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• Esports World Cup set for Paris with $2 million prize pool

  The Esports World Cup will be held in Paris and will award a total prize pool of $2 million. Multiple professional teams will compete for the title. The seven-figure purse and Paris venue make the event a high-stakes stop on the global esports calendar.

• Marvel Tokon launches with Deadpool's move list packed with easter eggs

  Marvel Tokon is now released and players are testing the game's full playable roster. Arc System Works built an unusually high number of playful references into Deadpool's move list. That abundance makes Deadpool stand out from the other fighters and has drawn player attention during early post-launch play.

• ArenaNet hints extra playable species for Guild Wars 3 beyond four launch races

  ArenaNet published a developer blog outlining the four playable species that will be available at Guild Wars 3 launch and offering background on their distinct features. The post also signaled that the studio plans to introduce additional playable species after launch, indicating continued post-release development of character options.

• Larian publishes Baldur's Gate 3 third‑anniversary stats showing surprising player kills

  Developer Larian released a data dive to mark Baldur's Gate 3's three‑year anniversary. The statistics show players who did not choose the Dark Urge origin account for more NPC kills than Dark Urge players, and the studio published lists of the individual NPCs killed most often and the weapons used most frequently. The breakdown highlights unexpected player behavior patterns across the game's three‑year lifespan.

• Sony rolls out PS5 firmware beta to enrolled testers; emails sent

  Sony has released a new PlayStation 5 firmware beta to members of its official beta programme. The company emailed everyone who signed up to notify them the update is available to download and test. The beta is intended to benefit PS5 Pro owners by letting them trial Pro-specific firmware changes before a public release.

• Capcom rolls out demo, expansion and price steps to lift Monster Hunter Wilds sales

  Capcom is pushing a generous demo, a large expansion and pricing measures to drive sales of Monster Hunter Wilds and aim to surpass Monster Hunter World. Wilds launched slower than expected because of ongoing performance issues and a delayed endgame, and it has not matched past franchise hits. Monster Hunter Rise had already outsold Wilds by the end of last year, so boosting Wilds matters for Capcom’s franchise revenue and market positioning.

• Sony to end PlayStation disc production; PS5 consoles warn players

  PlayStation 5 consoles are warning players that Sony will end production of physical game discs for PlayStation. Sony decided to terminate disc production after digital editions overtook physical sales and physical game sales became a small portion of its profits. The change removes the future availability of new physical PlayStation discs, directly affecting players who buy new physical copies and the used-game market.

• Corsair buys Trak Racer assets, adds cockpits and motion systems to Fanatec lineup

  Corsair acquired all assets of Melbourne-based simulator cockpit maker Trak Racer. The purchase brings motion systems, physical rigs, flight-simulation hardware, aluminum-profile cockpits and haptic platforms into Corsair’s existing Fanatec portfolio. The combined product set lets Corsair offer complete end-to-end simulation setups — from pedals and wheelbases to full cockpits and motion platforms — enabling customers to source steering wheels and racing seats from a single company.

• Pokémon Pokopia DLC confirms post-human setting and ties to series continuity

  The game's new DLC identifies which Pokémon universe Pokopia occupies. Pokopia is set after all humans have disappeared, leaving Pokémon to survive on their own. In-game collectibles like newspapers and electronic devices provide backstory about when humans and Pokémon co-existed, linking the title to wider series lore.

• Ill debuts at Summer Game Fest 2025 with hyperreal gore and destructible humanoids

  Ill premiered at Summer Game Fest 2025 with trailers that showcase highly detailed, visceral violence and anatomically graphic enemy damage. The game presents a fleshy world of bloated humanoid monsters that players can shoot ragged chunks out of, with wounds that geyser blood and skin that hangs loose. Visual fidelity and gore effects match the polish seen in top-tier AAA productions and horror-focused titles like Scorn, highlighting a strong technical emphasis on realistic grotesque detail.

• Halo Studios lays off staff one week after Halo: Campaign Evolved launch

  Halo Studios laid off staff one week after releasing Halo: Campaign Evolved. The cuts affect employees at the developer and come during the immediate post-launch window when teams typically issue patches and updates. The timing matters because it could disrupt ongoing support for the new game and signal instability at the studio.

• Warner Bros.-blocked hybrid live-action/animation film opens in theaters in 3 weeks

  A film that blends live-action with animation, animatronics and puppetry will officially hit theaters in three weeks after Warner Bros tried to kill the project. The movie uses practical effects and animated elements in the same tradition as Who Framed Roger Rabbit and The Muppet Christmas Carol. Its theatrical release preserves a hybrid filmmaking approach despite prior studio opposition.

• Halo Studios lays off team members despite acclaimed Campaign Evolved remake

  Halo Studios has laid off members of the development team behind Halo: Campaign Evolved. The remake is considered one of the best remakes of all time. The staff reductions come despite the game's strong critical reception.

• Diablo 4 set for Nintendo Switch 2 next month as code-in-box physical release

  Diablo 4 is scheduled to arrive on Nintendo Switch 2 next month as a physical 'code-in-the-box' edition that provides a download code rather than game data on the cartridge. The leak comes from Dealabs' billbil-kun, a leaker with a track record of accurate industry information, boosting the claim's credibility. A code-only physical release means players must download the full game to their Switch 2 storage before playing, affecting preparation and required free space. The release would expand Diablo 4 to Nintendo's next-generation hybrid console, broadening the game's platform availability.

• Marvel Rivals adds The Hood — gunner Vanguard with ranged and close options

  The Hood joins Marvel Rivals as a gunner-class Vanguard who can either poke from range with teammate cover or engage in close-quarters combat. His kit includes active abilities, an Ultimate, passive effects, and Team-Up synergies. He changes frontline dynamics by adding a darker, more versatile playstyle option to the roster.

• Gears of War: E‑Day open beta runs before Oct. 6, 2026; pre-orders get early access

  Gears of War returns after a seven-year hiatus with Gears of War: E‑Day launching on October 6, 2026. The Coalition will run a two-week open beta ahead of launch, and players who pre-order any edition can start playing in the first week of that beta, effectively getting up to five days of early access. Physical retailers in some regions will issue beta codes at the time of purchase.

• Moonlighter free on Steam until Aug 9 ahead of Moonlighter 2's 1.0 launch

  The original Moonlighter is available to add to Steam libraries for free until August 9. Developers Digital Sun and publisher 11 Bit Studios made the game free to coincide with Moonlighter 2's early access and its planned 1.0 release on September 2. This gives players a chance to experience the first game's shopkeeping-plus-roguelite mix before Moonlighter 2 shifts to isometric, Hades-like combat and node-based progression. A demo for Moonlighter 2 is also available on its Steam page.

• Big Walk is co-op-only with no matchmaking; use friends or session codes

  Big Walk is a co-op-only open-world adventure from the creators of Untitled Goose Game that requires multiple players to solve its puzzles, making solo play limited to sightseeing. The game has no automatic matchmaking: players must host or join sessions via host-shared session codes on PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2, or join via the in-game friends list tied to Steam on PC. Players without friends who own the game need to recruit partners through community hubs like the Big Walk subreddit or PC Gamer forums to progress.

• Ex-Bethesda lead artist welcomes Fallout 3 remaster, calls original 'very, very constrained'

  Nate Purkeypile, an artist on Fallout 3, Skyrim, Fallout 4 and Starfield and lead artist on Fallout 76, says the released Fallout 3 was heavily limited by technical constraints and did not match the team's original intentions. Bethesda has officially confirmed a Fallout 3 remaster, and Purkeypile expects a modern rework could restore intended visuals by addressing limits like lighting and draw distance. Now independent and developing The Axis Unseen, he supports remasters that go deeper into remake territory and cites recent Resident Evil remakes as successful examples.

• Black Ops 7 Esports World Cup 2026 — Paris event with $1.8M prize; FaZe favored

  The Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Esports World Cup 2026 will be held in August in Paris as the final major event of the game's competitive season. Teams from the Call of Duty League, Challengers, and a Last Chance Qualifier will compete for the last BO7-era world title and shares of a $1.8 million prize pool. FaZe Clan enters as favorites after winning the 2026 CDL Championship, while defending champions OpTic Gaming (OpTic Texas) seek redemption after being denied a three-peat at CoD Champs.

• LoL Patch 26.16 targets mage bot meta; ADCs strengthened, Azir and Gwen buffed

  Riot Games released Patch 26.16 to address a wave of mages dominating the bot lane and to restore marksman viability. Pro players had been favoring mages because they clear waves while supports roam and can bully low magic-resist marksmen. The patch boosts ADC power and also applies buffs to non-meta champions Azir and Gwen to diversify pick options.

• GTA 6 could be the last big-budget blockbuster as Western AAA comes under strain

  Western blockbuster game development is under pressure from mass layoffs, studio closures, a component shortage that has raised PC and console prices, and a widespread shift toward live-service models. Major Western releases in 2025 and 2026 have failed to recapture the cultural impact of viral or non-Western hits, while Korea-made Crimson Desert and Subnautica 2 attracted outsized attention. GTA 6 is positioned as a massive, attention-grabbing exception that will refocus industry debate on graphical fidelity and whether lavish tentpole releases can still dominate the market.

• Christopher Nolan casts Matt Damon and Anne Hathaway in The Odyssey

  Christopher Nolan has chosen Matt Damon to play Odysseus and Anne Hathaway to play Penelope in his adaptation of The Odyssey. Nolan worked with longtime casting director John Papsidera on the selections. The ensemble pairs Nolan regulars with new additions to realize the filmmaker’s distinct interpretation of the epic poem.

• Writer says Halo 4 is the best Halo as Combat Evolved remake returns

  A modern remake, Halo: Campaign Evolved, has launched and brings 2001’s Halo: Combat Evolved back into the spotlight. The remake highlights the original’s moody atmosphere, strong level design, and continued playability. The piece argues that, despite renewed nostalgia for the original, Halo 4 remains the strongest entry in the franchise — a view that reframes fan debate about Halo’s high point.

• Farming Pals in Palworld 1.0 increase item drops at the Ranch

  Pals in Palworld 1.0 can learn a Farming work skill that lets them find or drop additional items while assigned to the Ranch at your base. Having Pals perform Farming reduces the player’s need to manually grind for certain resources, making the skill a key part of efficient base management.

• VR mod for Big Walk in development with crossplay support, no release date

  Independent developer CircuitLord is building a VR mod for House House’s co-op puzzle game Big Walk and has shared demo videos showing players can pick up and interact with objects. The mod is planned to support crossplay with non-VR players as long as everyone has the mod installed, but no release timetable is set. House House is separately working on a microphone fix to address quiet player audio. Big Walk launched to strong critical praise (Metacritic score 94) and is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Switch 2, and Mac.

• Luke Dale (Hans Capon) is opening Nobleman, a medieval-inspired tavern in Prague

  Luke Dale, best known as Hans Capon from Kingdom Come: Deliverance, bought a tavern in Prague and is renovating it into Nobleman. He frames the venue as a medieval-inspired local pub serving Czech beer and food rather than a themed tourist spot. Dale has no prior pub-running experience and moved toward streaming after the game's success did not produce new acting roles; he has 180,000 YouTube subscribers and 73,000 Twitch followers.

• EA names Cam Weber president and chief studios officer amid Saudi takeover

  EA CEO Andrew Wilson promoted former EA Sports president Cam Weber to president and chief studios officer and elevated David Tinson to president and chief operating officer. The moves follow Electronic Arts' acquisition by Saudi owners and come as new ownership plans heavy investment in AI for game development. The company also faces billions in acquisition-related debt and is expected to carry out significant layoffs to manage that debt, putting Weber and Tinson in charge during a major strategic shift.

• Get the portal pod (universal storage) in Pokémon Pokopia

  The portal pod serves as Pokémon Pokopia’s universal storage. Players can unlock the portal pod recipe without buying the Bubbly Basin DLC by completing substantial tasks in Palette Town. Players who own the Bubbly Basin DLC find two portal pods already placed in a house at the edge of town and can replicate them using the 3D printer. Universal storage centralizes items and is therefore a useful quality-of-life upgrade for inventory management.

• Minecraft launching natively on Nintendo Switch 2 this fall with major graphics overhaul

  Mojang will release a native version of Minecraft for the Nintendo Switch 2 this fall. The build is optimized to take advantage of Nintendo's new hardware and brings a massive graphics overhaul for the console. Players can expect improved visuals and better performance on the Switch 2 compared with the prior Switch experience.