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Summer Games Done Quick 2026: Watch Day 5 here
Summer Games Done Quick 2026 is underway in Minneapolis, Minnesota, raising money for Doctors Without Borders. Day 5 features a packed schedule of speedruns, including notable runs for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom on Nintendo Switch, Elden Ring co-op, and Metroid Dread. The event has already raised over $670,000.
5 Live Service Games to Quit in 2026 | TAG
This article provides a framework for players to quit live service games they no longer enjoy, arguing that obligation and FOMO should not dictate continued play. It identifies five specific games—Destiny 2, Diablo 4 seasonal, Warframe, Lost Ark, and older MMOs—as candidates for quitting in 2026, and offers a step-by-step guide to breaking free from the cycle of retention-engineered gameplay.
Echoes of Aincrad release date and launch times
Bandai Namco's Sword Art Online: Echoes of Aincrad will launch on July 9th for PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. The PC version releases at 3 pm PDT globally, with console launch times also detailed across various timezones. The game is priced at $70 for the base edition, with a deluxe edition including future DLC available for an additional $20.
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3’s Combat Gameplay, Soul Assist System Showcased in New Trailer
Bandai Namco and Dimps released a new trailer for Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3, showcasing combat gameplay and the Soul Assist system. The trailer features player avatars, online hub activities, mission gameplay against Frieza Force soldiers, and boss battles against Broly. The game is set for release in 2027 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2: FUTURE SAGA Chapter 4 Brings Fu’s Story To An Explosive Finale
DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2's FUTURE SAGA Chapter 4 DLC is now available, concluding Fu's storyline with new characters Goku (Ultra Supervillain Quelled) and Supreme Kai of Time (Ultra Supervillain). The expansion for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC introduces new missions, Ultra Time Patrol Battles, and over 1,000 illustrations.
Digimon Story Time Stranger is a handheld RPG delight on Switch 2
Digimon Story: Time Stranger, originally released in 2025, has now arrived on the Nintendo Switch 2, offering a delightful handheld RPG experience. This port by Bandai Namco is an excellent rendition, featuring both Quality and Performance modes, with the latter targeting 60 fps. The game excels in its deep monster-collecting and evolution systems, making it a must-play for fans of the genre, especially on a true handheld device.
You can complete medieval vampire RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker even quicker than previously thought - before even the prologue ends
It is possible to complete the medieval vampire RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker even before the prologue concludes by defeating the main antagonist, Brencis. While extremely difficult and achieved by only a few developers internally at Rebel Wolves, this ending is confirmed by publisher Bandai Namco Entertainment. The game is set to release on September 3rd for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S/X.
Digimon Up Brings the Digivice Dream to Mobile on July 15
Digimon Up, a free-to-play monster-raising RPG, is launching on July 15 for iOS and Android devices. Developed by Bandai Namco Entertainment, the game aims to replicate the nostalgic Digivice experience by allowing players to raise, train, and bond with their Digimon on the go. The title will feature in-app purchases and loot boxes.
I played 4 hours of The Blood of Dawnwalker and it borrows a heck of a lot from The Witcher 3, for good and bad
The Blood of Dawnwalker, an open-world vampire RPG from Rebel Wolves, draws significant inspiration from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, particularly in its choice-based narrative and world-building. The preview highlights a dark, medieval Eastern European setting with a unique time system that impacts quest prioritization. While the combat, both human and vampire, is noted as a weaker aspect, the game's gothic atmosphere and narrative depth show promise for a 2026 release.
The Blood Of Dawnwalker hands-on and interview - 'for me it's a piece of art'
The Blood Of Dawnwalker, an open-world RPG from Rebel Wolves, co-founded by The Witcher 3's Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, is set to release on September 3, 2026. The game features a unique protagonist who is human by day and a vampire by night, with a narrative-driven approach to development. Director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz and environment artist Adam Payet discussed the game's design, its original IP, and the studio's philosophy on efficient development and artistic integrity.
The Blood of Dawnwalker Hands-on Preview – Into the Light
Rebel Wolves, a studio founded by former CD Projekt Red members, is developing The Blood of Dawnwalker, an action RPG set in 14th-century Vale Sangora. Players control Coen, a young man turned into a Dawnwalker who must fight against a vampire lord within a 30-day in-game time limit. The preview highlights unique mechanics like the time limit, which forces prioritization, and a day/night cycle affecting Coen's abilities, alongside directional combat.
Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters gets new trailer focused on game modes
Bandai Namco has released a new trailer for Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters, launching on Nintendo Switch on August 28. The trailer showcases the game's various modes, including "NEW STARS" Story Mode, "LEGENDARY/ADVANCED" Story Mode with original narratives, "RIVALS EPISODE" side stories, and customization options in "PLAYER EDIT" and "TEAM EDIT."
I played The Blood of Dawnwalker for 4 hours, and this vampire RPG already exceeds its Witcher 3 comparisons
The Blood of Dawnwalker, an ambitious vampire RPG from Rebel Wolves, is drawing comparisons to The Witcher 3, particularly due to its director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz. The game features a 14th-century setting in Eastern Europe, where players control a protagonist turned vampire who has 30 in-game days to save his family. Early gameplay highlights include a unique time mechanic that progresses with questing and leveling, and a combat system blending swordplay with vampiric abilities, available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X.
'The world is living and it's not waiting for you' — The Blood of Dawnwalker director says the RPG's 30-day timer gives the story a 'sense of urgency' and 'emotional impact'
The Blood of Dawnwalker game director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz explained that the game's 30-day timer is designed to create a sense of urgency and emotional impact for players. He stated that the world is dynamic and does not wait, meaning player choices and actions have consequences, contributing to the game's non-linearity. The RPG is set to release on September 3 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and PC.
The Blood of Dawnwalker packs a Witcher-sized story into a 30-day package
The Blood of Dawnwalker, developed by Rebel Wolves with former CD Projekt RED talent, offers a Witcher-sized narrative experience with a 30-day in-game time limit tied to player actions. Players control Coen, who becomes a vampire by night, navigating a world with branching quests and multiple endings. The game features a directional combat system and will be released on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on September 3.
Discover what awaits you in CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS with a new trailer
Bandai Namco Entertainment has released a new trailer for Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters, showcasing its "NEW STARS" Story Mode based on the "World Youth Arc" and featuring customizable characters. The game launches on August 28, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch, offering various story modes, editing features, and online play.
New Elden Ring Project Coming in 2027
An expansion for the Elden Ring tabletop board game, titled Elden Ring: Rot and Sorcery, is confirmed for a July 2027 release. This expansion will introduce two new standalone experiences, Machinations of the Witch and Dominion of Rot, featuring bosses like Radahn and Rennala. The game is designed for solo or co-op play for up to four players.
Legendary former Tekken boss says people don't 'properly evaluate' Hidetaka Miyazaki's…
Former Tekken producer Katsuhiro Harada believes Hidetaka Miyazaki's unique career path and FromSoftware's gradual growth are often overlooked in favor of sales figures. Harada highlighted Miyazaki's late entry into game development and the studio's consistent refinement of its craft through titles like Demon's Souls and Dark Souls, leading to the success of Elden Ring. He also noted that Miyazaki's humility about his own skills is a common trait among successful developers.
UK software sales chart for the week ending July 4, 2026 – Rhythm Heaven Groove debuts in the top 5, Star Fox still going strong
The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending July 4, 2026, shows Rhythm Heaven Groove debuting at number 5 and Star Fox holding strong at number 4. EA SPORTS FC 26 leads the chart, with a variety of other titles from Nintendo, Capcom, and Electronic Arts filling out the top 20.
Stop judging games by their sales figures, says Tekken's Katsuhiro Harada: “That’s exactly what you’d expect from someone who’s never actually developed games"
Katsuhiro Harada, former face of Tekken and current CEO of SNK VS Studio, argues against judging games solely by their sales figures. He highlights Hidetaka Miyazaki's career path, emphasizing how FromSoftware's earlier, less successful titles paved the way for the massive success of the Dark Souls series and Elden Ring. Harada criticizes those who cannot appreciate developer growth and suggests this narrow view is typical of individuals without game development experience.
