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• Latest news All current maps in Marvel Rivals, including Klyntar and Wakanda

  Marvel Rivals features multiple playable maps set in iconic Marvel locations, such as the Symbiote world Klyntar and the high-tech nation Wakanda. The game’s map roster may expand over time; the source article compiles the currently available locations.

• Latest news Morrowind playable in web browsers via modder-made port

  A modder has created a browser-based version of The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind. The project allows the game to run using only a web browser. Polygon reported the development.

• Latest news Star Wars: Unlimited creators outline plans through 2028, say 'no end in sight'

  Developers of Star Wars: Unlimited say they have a content and release roadmap through 2028 and do not foresee ending the game. The statement responds to recurring questions about the longevity of trading card games. Observers note similar concerns have been raised about Magic: The Gathering and other TCGs.

• Latest news Twisted Wonderland season 2 to stream exclusively on Disney+ Japan in December

  Twisted Wonderland — the gacha game adaptation that reimagines Disney villains as anime characters — will return for a second season. Disney Japan announced the new season will stream exclusively on Disney+ this December. Further details on episode count or international availability have not been provided.

• Latest news STALKER 2 expansion 'Cost of Hope' and free 2.0 update arrive Aug. 20

  GSC Game World announced that STALKER 2’s first major expansion, Cost of Hope, will release on Aug. 20. The base game will receive a large, free 2.0 update on the same date. Both releases are planned to go live simultaneously.

• Latest news Framework 13 Pro: upgradeable 13-inch with Core Ultra performance

  The Framework 13 Pro pairs a Panther Lake-based Core Ultra Series 3 mainboard with the company’s modular, repairable chassis. It’s fully backward compatible with past Framework 13 parts and offers Marketplace-upgrade options. The laptop delivers near-silent operation, long battery life and strong gaming performance, but lacks a premium display option and is more expensive due to LPCAMM2 memory.

• Latest news Pokémon Company to test facial-recognition in stores to deter TCG resellers

  The Pokémon Company says it will introduce facial-recognition technology in stores as part of efforts to curb reseller activity around Pokémon Trading Card Game releases. The move responds to long lines, high secondary-market prices and recurring thefts tied to new product launches. The company frames the measure as one of several stricter steps to protect customers and its family-friendly image.

• Latest news Vatican's Click To Pray app exposed 700,000+ user emails via insecure API

  Pope Francis promoted the Click To Pray app in 2019. A flaw in its API let anyone retrieve user records by incrementing numeric IDs, exposing names, emails and other personal details. White-hat researcher BobDaHacker publicly disclosed the issue on July 24 after earlier inquiries went unanswered. The vulnerability has since been fixed.

• Latest news Micron, Meta test LPDDR5X SOCAMM2 modules that use ~1/3 the power of DDR5

  Micron and Meta trialled SOCAMM2, a modular LPDDR5X server memory module, using Meta’s DCPerf benchmark. Tests found it uses about one-third the power of DDR5 and accounts for under 7% of total system power. LPDDR5X’s lower voltage and advanced signalling deliver better bandwidth-per-watt. Wider adoption may be constrained by existing memory supply issues and potential diversion of DDR5 production.

• Latest news Player-collected data names surprise favourite from Marvel Tokon open beta

  Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls held a weekend open beta featuring Magik-al. A community member compiled character pick-rate data from the event. That dataset identified a surprising most-popular character among participants. The results reflect early player preferences from the beta test.

• Latest news Malware found in user-made Meccha Chameleon Workshop maps; Discord hacked

  Some user-created Steam Workshop maps for indie hit Meccha Chameleon were reported to contain malware. The game's developer has responded to the report. The official Discord server was also hacked around the same time. Affected maps were available for download to any owner via the Steam Workshop.

• Latest news Stalker 2 gets Cost of Hope DLC and 2.0 UE5.5 update on August 20

  Stalker 2's first story expansion, Cost of Hope, arrives August 20. It's the first of two planned story DLCs and focuses on the Duty and Freedom factions. The launch coincides with update 2.0, which upgrades the game from Unreal Engine 5.1 to 5.5.4 and adds free features and content for all owners.

• Latest news Unlock Lord icon by maxing Hero Proficiency in Marvel Rivals

  Each character in Marvel Rivals has unique rewards unlocked by increasing Hero Proficiency. Champion is currently the highest Proficiency rank available. The Lord icon is a classic, sought-after reward shown during hero select.

• Latest news Christopher Nolan's early underrated film shaped the storytelling of The Odyssey

  Polygon says an early, often-overlooked Christopher Nolan film introduced storytelling techniques he later refined. Those techniques developed over decades and were fully realized in The Odyssey.

• Latest news Silent Hill f producer urged writers to read 100-200 books a year

  In a Konami lecture, Silent Hill f producer Motoi Okamoto said extensive reading was vital for the game's narrative. He emphasized reading a writer's full works as a matter of respect and to assess their strengths. Okamoto said the team pressured scenario writers to read at least 100–200 books per year and cited hiring Ryukishi07 for his familiarity with the series.

• Latest news EA Sports FC 27 launches September 2026; early access for select editions

  EA Sports FC 27 will launch globally in September 2026. Select editions will grant early access ahead of the release. The game is confirmed for PC and major consoles. PC players can check official minimum and recommended system requirements before launch.

• Latest news Flint Sugar's donghua False Memory to stream free on YouTube next month

  Flint Sugar's new donghua False Memory will stream for free on YouTube next month. Created by indie 2D animators Shuyu Li and Wenyu Liu, it’s an introspective coming-of-age story wrapped in surreal science fiction about a boy who finds a time-altering device. A longtime anime fan has noted similarities with a series from more than two decades ago.

• Latest news Helldivers 2 opens M-103 Supply FRV unlock to all players in October

  Arrowhead will make the M-103 Supply FRV unlockable for all Helldivers in October via requisition slips. The vehicle was originally exclusive to players who earned it during June's Census Thunder campaign, and those players already retain it. The Supply FRV includes an automated turret and a rear supply rack that provides eight full restocks. It is the first stratagem reward tied to Arrowhead's new galactic campaign system.

• Latest news Peggy Hill's voice actor says she didn't know viewers disliked the character

  Peggy Hill’s voice actor said she was unaware that some viewers disliked the King of the Hill character. The remark came during discussion of how mothers are often written as less funny in adult animated series. King of the Hill is noted as an exception to that typical portrayal.

• Latest news Nolan’s Odyssey adaptation emphasizes monster horror and practical effects

  Homer’s Odyssey is framed as a voyage filled with monsters, witches and a hostile sea. Polygon reports Nolan leans into those horror elements, depicting creatures such as the Cyclops with detail compared to Guillermo del Toro’s designs. A Circe sequence starring Samantha Morton uses practical effects and animatronics to create pronounced body-horror reminiscent of David Cronenberg.

• Latest news Best FG42 loadout in Warzone emphasizes recoil control, fire rate and range

  The recommended FG42 build focuses on recoil control, increased fire rate, damage range, and bullet velocity to make the rifle effective at longer distances. Using the MFS Ambilateral Stock Prestige Attachment improves accuracy and handling, helping achieve a faster time-to-kill. The setup is presented as a versatile class for both Warzone Battle Royale and Resurgence.

• Latest news Marvel returns to Hall H as Avengers: Doomsday headlines SDCC panel

  Marvel Studios returned to Hall H at San Diego Comic-Con to preview its upcoming projects. Avengers: Doomsday was the main focus of the panel. The studio also screened trailers and made additional surprise reveals.

• Latest news Marvel confirms Black Panther 3 will feature T'Challa’s son as new Black Panther

  Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige and writer-director Ryan Coogler announced at San Diego Comic-Con that a third Black Panther film is in development. The new film will feature T'Challa’s son taking on the Black Panther mantle.

• Latest news Train Sim World DLC Great Western Express recreates Reading–Paddington on Steam

  Dovetail Games' Great Western Express expansion for Train Sim World is on Steam as part of Train Fest, recreating the Reading to London Paddington route. The add-on features detailed stations and the ability to ride as a passenger as well as drive trains. A PC Gamer review praised the accuracy of the environments but noted it feels cleaner and less crowded than real UK rail travel.

• Latest news Tormentum 2 launches as a standalone Giger-inspired point-and-click sequel

  Tormentum 2, a standalone follow-up to Tormentum: Dark Sorrow, has launched after eight years in development. The point-and-click adventure uses H.R. Giger and Zdzisław Beksiński-inspired hand-painted art and biomechanical horror. Players solve puzzles across island environments inside a malfunctioning simulated world and can reach multiple endings. A Steam demo is available; the new game is 15% off and the original is on sale.

• Latest news Ryan Gosling cast as Marvel's Ghost Rider, Kevin Feige confirms

  Marvel Studios boss Kevin Feige announced at San Diego Comic-Con that Ghost Rider will return to the big screen. Ryan Gosling has been officially cast in the role. Gosling's past films include Blade Runner 2049 and Project Hail Mary.

• Latest news Unexpected singing villains are a noticeable trend in videogames

  Developers have started giving some villains surprise musical numbers to stand out from routine monologues. These songs—often during boss encounters—tend to draw more player attention than extended speeches. The trend excludes fully musical games and non‑PC examples; a cited example is the Singer nemesis in Middle‑earth: Shadow of War.

• Latest news Silent Hill f writers read 100-200 books a year to study Ryukishi07's style

  Producer Motoi Okamoto said Silent Hill f's scriptwriters pressured each other to read 100–200 books annually during production. They specifically read works by Ryukishi07 to understand his writing style and quirks. The practice aimed to ensure a thorough grasp of the writer's voice for the game's script.

• Latest news Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 set for 25 August 2026 release

  Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 will launch on 25 August 2026. The release date was reported by Eurogamer. No further details were provided in the brief.

• Latest news God of War Laufey set to release 16 February 2027

  God of War Laufey will release on 16 February 2027. The date was reported by Eurogamer. The short report did not include additional details about platforms or gameplay.