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CoD: Black Ops 7 And Warzone Season 3 Adds New Maps, More Guns, And New Verdansk POI
Activision has detailed the content for Season 3 of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Call of Duty: Warzone, launching April 2. The update includes new weapons, a battle pass, additional multiplayer maps, a new Zombies map, and a new point-of-interest in Verdansk. The campaign mode Endgame will also be free-to-play for a limited time.
Sony is reportedly shutting down Dark Outlaw Games, run by former Call of Duty director
Sony is reportedly shutting down Dark Outlaw Games, a studio led by former Call of Duty director Jason Blundell. This closure is part of broader staff cuts at PlayStation focused on mobile development, signaling a retreat from live-service multiplayer games. Several other studios and projects have also been affected or canceled recently.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Spin Master’s Hatchin’ Yoshi Toy Available at Walmart
Ahead of The Super Mario Bros. Movie's release, Spin Master's Hatchin' Yoshi toy is available at Walmart for $59.99, featuring interactive sounds and a display stand. The article also briefly mentions other gaming news including DLC for Hello Kitty Island Adventure, a new character for Invincible VS, a demo for Escape the Baby Alarm, an expansion for Dimensional Double Shift, and a promotional event for Call of Duty: Warzone with Dollar Shave Club.
Dan Kitchen Fire & Ice RGX 2026 Guest of Honor
Original Activision game designer Dan Kitchen will be a Guest of Honor at Fire & Ice RGX 2026, a video game event taking place on June 20-21. Kitchen is known for numerous Atari 2600 classics and co-founded Audacity Games. The article also briefly mentions other game releases and collaborations, including DLC for Hello Kitty Island Adventure and Dimensional Double Shift, and a collaboration between Call of Duty: Warzone and Dollar Shave Club.
The 10 best GTA clones to play while you wait for GTA 6
This article lists ten "GTA clone" games that players can enjoy while waiting for the release of Grand Theft Auto 6. It highlights various titles from different eras and platforms, discussing their similarities and differences to the Grand Theft Auto series.
After a 90% discount, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare has more players than the past few CoD games combined on Steam
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019) has seen a significant surge in players on Steam, reaching over 57,000 concurrent players during the Spring Sale due to a 90% discount. This player count surpasses that of newer Call of Duty titles housed in the Call of Duty HQ app and has also overtaken Battlefield 6's concurrent player numbers. The deep discount suggests Activision may be trying to re-engage players with the earlier Modern Warfare continuity before future releases.
One of Call of Duty’s most polarizing games is seeing a massive Steam resurgence, and there’s a couple reasons for it
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019) is experiencing a significant player resurgence on Steam, reaching an all-time peak concurrent player count. This surge is largely attributed to a 90% discount on Steam as part of Activision's Spring Sale, making it the cheapest entry point into the Modern Warfare series.
Women and LGBTQ+ Gamers Get the Worst of Online Toxicity. The Data Proves It.
Data indicates that women, LGBTQ+ individuals, Black gamers, and Jewish gamers experience disproportionately high rates of identity-based harassment in online gaming environments. While AI moderation tools are improving, they struggle to address coordinated, multi-platform harassment campaigns, leading to players avoiding games and the industry losing diverse talent. Games like Final Fantasy XIV and Deep Rock Galactic are highlighted for fostering more inclusive communities through design and active community management.
Top 12 Most Expensive Video Game Buyouts Of All Time
This article lists the top 12 most expensive video game buyouts, with Microsoft's $75.4 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard topping the list. Other major deals include EA's $55 billion sale to an investor consortium and Take-Two's $12.7 billion purchase of Zynga. The analysis highlights trends of industry consolidation and significant investment from entities like Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund.
CoD: Black Ops 7 And Warzone Season 3 Release Date And Details
Season 3 for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Call of Duty: Warzone is set to launch on April 2, bringing a new battle pass, multiplayer content, and map updates to Warzone's Avalon map. The season will also include new Zombies content, with future maps arriving in midseason updates, and legacy weapons from Black Ops 6. Warzone's Ranked Play Resurgence will feature map rotation between Haven's Hollow and Rebirth Island.
Modern Warfare is currently the most played Call of Duty game on Steam thanks to an incredible price cut
Activision has significantly reduced the price of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare on Steam to $5.99 as part of the Spring Sale, marking a new record low. This substantial discount has led to a surge in player counts, with the game reaching an all-time peak of over 61,000 concurrent players on Steam, making it one of the most played first-person shooters on the platform.
An unprecedented sale just skyrocketed Call of Duty Modern Warfare above Black Ops 7. Is it a clue to what's next?
The 2019 title Call of Duty: Modern Warfare has seen a surge in player count on PC, surpassing Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, due to a 90% discount during the Steam Spring Sale. This event may hint at future developments for the franchise.
Introducing the TAG Community Safety Score: Rating Games on What Actually Matters
The TAG Community Safety Score has been introduced to evaluate multiplayer games based on their community safety infrastructure, including moderation, transparency, and player controls, rather than just traditional game quality metrics. The article details the scoring methodology across eight dimensions and provides initial scores for eight major titles, highlighting strengths and weaknesses in their approaches to online safety and player well-being.
Call of Duty Hits Historic 90% Discount on Steam, Fans Stunned
Activision has implemented an unprecedented 90% discount on Call of Duty titles on Steam, stunning long-time fans and the gaming community. This significant price drop, far deeper than any previous sale for the franchise, raises questions about Activision's strategy, with speculation ranging from declining player counts to a deliberate move to attract new players before future announcements.
Crimson Desert Players Think They've Found AI-Generated Art In-Game - IGN
Players of the newly released Crimson Desert have raised concerns about potential AI-generated art assets within the game, pointing to several in-game paintings with unusual details. Developer Pearl Abyss has not yet commented on the accusations, which could violate Steam's AI Content policy if true. This follows similar controversies involving other major game titles and the use of generative AI in development.
Feb 2026 USA Sales: PS5 Outsells Nintendo's New Switch 2 for a Second Consecutive Month
In February 2026, the PlayStation 5 outsold the Nintendo Switch for the second consecutive month in the USA, despite a year-over-year decline in PlayStation sales. Resident Evil Requiem was the best-selling game of the year so far, with its launch week sales significantly exceeding Resident Evil Village. Overall industry spending saw a slight increase year-over-year, partly due to the Switch's performance.
The Steam Spring Sale is here with discounts on Arc Raiders, Hades 2 and much more
The Steam Spring Sale is now live, featuring discounts on a wide range of games until March 26. Notable deals include Arc Raiders for $32, Hades 2 for under $23, and Ghost of Tsushima on PC for $36. Several titles are available at 90 percent off, such as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate and Fallout New Vegas.
Sound System Rhythm Game by Guitar Hero and Rock Band Veterans Launches October 16 on PC
Echo Foundry Interactive announced that its rhythm game Sound System will launch on PC via Steam on October 16, 2026, for $24.99. The game features guitar, bass, and vocal gameplay with various peripherals and multiplayer modes. It will launch with over 50 songs and plans for ongoing DLC content.
How to Report Toxic Players in Every Major Game
This guide details how to effectively report toxic players across major multiplayer games like Call of Duty, Valorant, Apex Legends, and others. It emphasizes providing specific details, timestamps, and clips to ensure reports are actionable by moderation systems, whether AI or human-reviewed. The article also covers platform-level reporting and when to escalate issues beyond in-game tools.
DEMO LIVE NOW: AAA Artist’s Debut Indie Horror 'FEAR OF SLEEP'
The demo for FEAR OF SLEEP, the debut sci-fi survival horror game from Signal Decay Games, is now available on Steam. Led by AAA artist Konrad Honey, known for his work on Call of Duty and Aliens, the game emphasizes a no-hand-holding experience with physics manipulation and player-investigated narrative.