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• Katkame on joining Vitality and aiming for the main roster

  We interviewed Katkame about his recent move to Team Vitality. He explained how he developed into an AWPer and his role within Vitality. He said his current goal is to progress into the organisation's main team.

• Xbox ends publishing deal for IO Interactive’s Project Fantasy

  IO Interactive announced Project Fantasy, an online fantasy RPG, in 2023. The studio had planned to work with a third-party publisher rather than self-publish. Xbox was that third-party partner but has now pulled out of the deal. The game's future funding and publishing arrangements are not detailed.

• Microsoft pulls funding for IO Interactive’s Project Fantasy as Xbox refocuses spending

  Microsoft says it withdrew funding for IO Interactive’s fantasy project as it “focuses on our highest priorities.” The company maintains overall game investment this year should be roughly equal to last year, but is shifting where it invests and which projects it backs. IO Interactive says Project Fantasy will still be completed, while announcing staff layoffs. A wider Xbox reset under CEO Asha Sharma could include layoffs, studio closures or divestitures, and cancellations, with reported cuts beginning July 6.

• Reports: Microsoft may close Arkane Studios, cancel Blade amid Xbox layoffs

  Reports say Microsoft is considering shutting down Arkane Studios and canceling its upcoming Blade game. Arkane is known for Dishonored, Deathloop and Prey (2017). Microsoft is reportedly planning a large round of Xbox studio layoffs to be announced next week.

• Six Switch 2 games arriving in July 2026, Nintendo leads with four releases

  Six new Switch 2 games are scheduled for July 2026. Nintendo is responsible for four notable releases: two brand-new games plus Switch 2 Editions of a major role-playing game and a sports fitness title. The wider industry is quieter in July following June showcase activity.

• Guns of Eschaton revealed, art by late Viktor Antonov

  Eschatology Entertainment announced Guns of Eschaton, a Soulslike first-person shooter set in a supernatural Wild West. A reveal trailer highlights the game's gothic cowboy aesthetic. The game's visuals were designed by Viktor Antonov, the Half-Life 2 and Dishonored art director; he died in 2025.

• Microsoft ends funding for IO Interactive's Project Fantasy

  IO Interactive announced an external partner has pulled funding for Project Fantasy, the online fantasy RPG it revealed in 2023. The partner was confirmed as Microsoft, which says it is refocusing investment priorities amid broader Xbox restructuring. IOI said the loss of funding will lead to immediate staffing decisions and it will support affected employees. The announcement follows IOI's recent commercial success with 007 First Light.

• IO Interactive begins layoffs after Xbox ends funding for Project Fantasy

  IO Interactive has started layoffs after an external partner ended its relationship, affecting development of the unlaunched Project Fantasy. Xbox confirmed it was the partner and says it has pulled funding as it reallocates investments. IO calls the cuts short-term, pledges support for affected staff, and says Project Fantasy remains in development; the studio's 007 First Light recently sold 3 million copies.

• BC.Game signs Magisk as in-game leader

  BC.Game has signed Danish player Magisk as the team's in-game leader. He will take over the squad's captaincy. The move assigns him responsibility for leading the team's tactical decisions in matches.

• Helldivers 2 launches 'Celestial Fence' campaign to block Terminids

  Helldivers 2's new campaign tasks players with building and defending a "Celestial Fence" intended to quarantine the Terminid threat by securing construction sites and gathering resources. Players who complete the campaign earn the R-4 Hyena Marksman rifle. The update continues Arrowhead Studios' satirical portrayal of Super Earth's authoritarian government and has prompted comparisons to real‑world border‑wall rhetoric.

• Godot will ban AI-authored code and AI-submitted pull requests

  The Godot Foundation announced it will update contributor guidelines to forbid AI-authored code, AI agents submitting pull requests, and AI-generated text in human-to-human communication. The change follows months of maintainers flagging low-quality "AI slop" PRs that have increased review workload and reduced mentorship opportunities. Policy updates aim to require human accountability, add barriers to low-effort contributions, and encourage reviewer-led mentorship to grow future maintainers.

• Report: Microsoft may cancel Marvel's Blade and consider closing Arkane

  The Verge reports Microsoft is considering cancelling Marvel's Blade and closing at least five studios, including Arkane Studios in Lyon. Blade was reportedly delayed from 2026 to late 2027 and is over budget; no gameplay has been released since its 2023 announcement. Microsoft is said to be exploring sales for some studios to avoid closures. Layoffs tied to an Xbox restructuring are expected to begin July 6 and could affect hundreds to around 1,000 employees.

• Johnny Speeds departs Swedish outfit Sapec

  Johnny Speeds has decided not to renew his contract with Swedish outfit Sapec. The 23-year-old will leave the team; no further details about his next move have been announced.

• Guns of Eschaton: Viktor Antonov's final Wild West soulslike FPS

  Eschatology Entertainment revealed Guns of Eschaton, a fantasy Wild West soulslike FPS and the last project shaped by art director Viktor Antonov. The game is set in a dark 19th-century America and combines gunplay with soulslike mechanics such as parries, dashes and limited special ammunition. It includes deep character customization, occult powers, and full co-op multiplayer. Antonov died in 2025 before the game's release.

• Valve investigating Arm-based Steam machines and expanding FEX support

  Valve engineers say the company is considering Arm-based hardware for future Steam Machines. An Arm-specific SteamOS is planned alongside the Snapdragon-based Steam Frame VR headset later this year. Valve is also developing FEX, a translation layer to run x86 games on Arm, and cites price-performance and user choice as drivers for support.

• Oblivion Remastered gets physical Switch 2 cartridge; release date announced

  The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered will be released on Nintendo Switch 2. The physical edition includes the full game on a cartridge. The Switch 2 port now has an announced release date. The remaster was a surprise hit after its 2025 shadow drop.

• IBM unveils claimed 0.7 nm 'sub‑1 nm' chip tech with 3D 'nanostack' transistors

  IBM has announced a claimed sub-1 nm chip technology at a 0.7 nm (7 Å) node using a new three-dimensional 'nanostack' transistor architecture. The company says the design can pack nearly 100 billion transistors onto a fingernail-sized chip. Industry observers note node names are not directly comparable between vendors and questions remain about manufacturability, costs and timelines.

• SteamOS 3.8.20 beta improves performance for GPUs with limited VRAM

  SteamOS 3.8.20 beta includes a RADV driver change that alters how Linux allocates VRAM and the GTT. The update reduces costly evictions from VRAM, improving performance on discrete GPUs with limited dedicated memory. Systems using integrated GPUs are unlikely to see significant gains.

• GTA 6 Tops PlayStation Store Charts Worldwide After Pre-orders

  Grand Theft Auto 6 has reached number one on PlayStation Store charts across nearly every regional store since pre-orders opened on 25 June. The game shot to the top of multiple country-specific PS Stores immediately after pre-orders went live. Eurogamer reports the trend is visible across most regions worldwide.

• Modern Warfare 4 ads clarify the game won’t be on Xbox Game Pass

  Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is due on 23 October. Xbox and Activision have been running Facebook ads to make clear the game will not be included on Xbox Game Pass. The messaging appears aimed at preventing confusion after issues around Black Ops 7.

• Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced: Full remake launches July 9, 2026

  Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced is a full remake of Assassin’s Creed IV rebuilt on Ubisoft’s latest Anvil engine. It launches July 9, 2026 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Ubisoft Store, Steam, Epic). The remake preserves Edward Kenway’s original pirate story while adding new story content, modern visuals, and multiple gameplay overhauls. Changes include reworked combat, improved stealth and parkour, expanded naval systems, and various quality‑of‑life updates.

• Rockstar staff push for official union recognition after 2025 sackings

  Rockstar Games' Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to release on 19 November and pre-orders are open. After employee firings in 2025 that staff called union-busting, studio workers are pursuing official union recognition. The union says it has grown stronger and is moving to formalize recognition.

• Baldur's Gate 2 co-lead declined Hasbro's request to make Baldur's Gate 4

  After Larian declined to develop Baldur's Gate 4, Hasbro/Wizards of the Coast sought other studios. A former Baldur's Gate 2 co-lead says they turned down Hasbro's request, arguing they would not succeed. Hasbro already partners with a company that employs some original BG2 leads.

• Koei Tecmo developing new original IP revealed by Japanese government

  Koei Tecmo is reportedly working on a new original IP, according to a disclosure from the Japanese government. The company publishes and develops series including Nioh, Dynasty Warriors, Ninja Gaiden and Dead or Alive. No further details about the project have been released.

• Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced targets 60 FPS on PS5; PS5 Pro gets extra features

  Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is due in summer 2026, with an expected early July release window. Ubisoft has outlined PS5 performance targets, aiming for 60 FPS across PS5 versions and offering additional enhancements for PS5 Pro owners.

• Sony says it will stop selling PlayStation hardware at significant loss

  Sony has stated it will not take significant hits to profits to cover rising PlayStation manufacturing costs. The company says it won’t absorb ballooning hardware expenses going forward. That stance sets expectations for higher-priced future consoles, including a potential PS6.

• VALORANT weapon skin bundles: contents and buying benefits

  Since VALORANT’s 2020 global release, the in-game store periodically offers themed weapon skin bundles. Bundles include multiple weapon skins plus player cards, gun buddies, and sprays. Skins are purely cosmetic and don’t affect gameplay; bundles often provide discounts and free items compared to buying skins individually.

• Executioner’s Duet camo challenges for Black Ops 7 and Warzone

  Executioner’s Duet is a new melee weapon added in Black Ops 7 and Warzone Season 4. The camo grind is described as straightforward. The article lists every challenge you must complete to unlock all camos across both games.

• VALORANT knife skins: list, types, and how to get them

  Dot Esports provides a complete list of VALORANT melee skins and explains how to obtain them. As of Season V26, Act Three (Patch 13.00) there are over 150 melee skins. Designs range from simple knives to animated, sound‑effect variants, and many are available via in‑game bundles or purchases.

• Full list of AN-94 camo challenges in Black Ops 7 and Warzone

  The AN-94 is a new assault rifle in Black Ops 7 and Warzone Season 4. Unlocking its camos requires completing a long list of challenges across all modes. This brief compiles every camo challenge so players can plan their grind.