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What Time Is Summer Game Fest 2026 Livestream?
The Summer Game Fest 2026 livestream, hosted by Geoff Keighley, is scheduled for Friday, June 5th, 2026. The event will begin at 5 PM EDT in North America and 10 PM BST in the UK, with a runtime of approximately two hours. Confirmed games include Among Us, Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced, Blood Message, Clutch, Dead by Daylight, and Star Wars Zero Company.
One of horror's most iconic characters is finally coming to Dead by Daylight just in time for its tenth anniversary
Jason Voorhees from the Friday the 13th franchise is officially joining the asymmetrical survival horror game Dead by Daylight. This marks the first appearance of the iconic killer in the game, which celebrates its tenth anniversary. The article also touches on the history of Illfonic's Friday the 13th: The Game and its premature shutdown due to licensing issues.
Dead by Daylight officially welcomes Jason as their 10th anniversary killer
Dead by Daylight is officially adding Jason Voorhees from the Friday the 13th franchise as a killer on June 16, 2026, coinciding with the game's 10th anniversary. The addition was delayed due to legal issues surrounding the Friday the 13th IP and the existence of a similar game.
Friday the 13th's Game May Be Gone, But Jason Voorhees Is Back in Dead by Daylight
Jason Voorhees from Friday the 13th is being added as a DLC killer to Dead by Daylight on June 16th. This follows the shutdown of Friday the 13th: The Game in 2024 due to licensing issues. He joins other horror icons like Leatherface and Pinhead in the game.
Jason Vorhees is coming to Dead by Daylight
Jason Voorhees, a highly requested horror icon, will be added to Dead by Daylight in June 2026. This addition brings a significant character from the Friday the 13th franchise into the popular asymmetrical multiplayer horror game.
Dead by Daylight Players React After 'Traumatizing' Cabin Stream Confirms Jason Voorhees as New Killer
Behaviour Interactive has confirmed that Jason Voorhees will be the next killer added to Dead by Daylight, a character players have anticipated for 10 years. This announcement follows a lengthy livestream event.
Jason is the next Dead by Daylight killer
Behaviour Interactive announced that Jason Voorhees will be the next killer added to Dead by Daylight, with a release date of June 16. The addition of the Friday the 13th icon comes as Dead by Daylight celebrates its 10th anniversary, drawing comparisons to Friday the 13th: The Game which launched in 2017.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
This article highlights recent crossovers and collaborations in the gaming industry. It mentions a trailer for Jason in Dead by Daylight and a collaboration between Wuthering Waves and Moondrop U.C.T.S. for wireless headphones.
After a long 10 years, Jason Vorhees is finally coming to Dead by Daylight
Jason Voorhees is being added to the game Dead by Daylight after a 10-year wait. The article confirms his arrival in the popular asymmetrical multiplayer horror game.
Dead by Daylight finally confirms Jason Voorhees after an agonizing 13-hour livestream
Behaviour Interactive has officially confirmed that Jason Voorhees will be the new Killer in Dead by Daylight, marking the game's tenth anniversary. The announcement followed a lengthy and unconventional 13-hour livestream that left some fans feeling the hype had diminished. Jason Voorhees is set to join the game on Tuesday, June 16.
Dead by Daylight is finally adding Jason from Friday the 13th
Dead by Daylight is finally adding Jason Voorhees from the Friday the 13th franchise. This long-awaited addition brings a popular horror icon to the asymmetrical multiplayer game.
Dead By Daylight Finally Adds The Slasher Everyone’s Been Waiting For
Dead by Daylight is adding Jason Voorhees from the Friday the 13th franchise on June 16. This marks the addition of a highly anticipated slasher to the game's roster of horror villains. The article notes Jason's previous absence due to licensing issues and his recent appearances in other games.
Gayming Awards 2026 Reveals Hosts, Guests, And Early Award Winners
The Gayming Awards 2026 will celebrate queer geek culture on June 8, hosted by Erika Ishii and Dawn. Trixie Mattel will receive the LGBTQ+ Content Creator Superstar Award, and Darion Lowenstein will be honored with the Gayming Icon Award for his work in authentic LGBTQ+ representation in gaming. The event will feature various segments, including a D&D-style scene, a ranking of video game characters, a custom PC build giveaway, and a reunion of the 'Gaymer Guys'.
MMO Business Roundup: Forza Horizon 6 megabans, Epic’s AI tools, and Steam Machine rumors
This industry news roundup covers several topics including Microsoft and Playground Games issuing lengthy hardware bans for Forza Horizon 6 leakers, Epic Games assuring that its AI development tools are for efficiency and not human replacement, and a legal battle over ownership of the popular Roblox game Forsaken. Additionally, rumors about Valve's Steam Machine console suggest it will be sold in multiple hardware bundles, potentially including a Steam Controller or VR headset.
Legendary Japanese horror author Koji Suzuki dead at 68
Legendary Japanese horror author Koji Suzuki, best known for his "Ring" series of books, passed away at the age of 68. His work, including the antagonist Sadako, significantly influenced the global popularity of Japanese horror and was adapted into multiple films and even the video game "Dead by Daylight". Suzuki's short story "Floating Water" was also adapted into the film "Dark Water".
Dead by Daylight’s 10th anniversary is coming up: Which iconic killer should mark this special occasion?
As Dead by Daylight approaches its 10th anniversary, the article discusses which iconic horror killer should be featured to mark the occasion. While Jason Voorhees from Friday the 13th is a popular fan request, licensing issues make his inclusion unlikely. Predator and Pennywise from Stephen King's IT are presented as more feasible options, with Bioshock's Big Daddy and characters from Twin Peaks also suggested as potential collaborations.
This underloved Dead by Daylight rival is just $1, thanks to Fanatical's latest bundle
Fanatical is offering Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game for just over $1 as part of a bundle deal. The article highlights the game as a strong competitor in the asymmetrical horror genre, comparing it favorably to Dead by Daylight. The bundle includes five games for $5.75, with options to purchase more for under $1 each.
What's Coming To Xbox Game Pass In May 2026?
Xbox Game Pass will add several new titles in May 2026, including day-one releases like Forza Horizon 6 and a game preview for Subnautica 2. Other notable additions include Mixtape, Outbound, and Call of the Elder Gods. Various other games will also be available on cloud, console, and PC.
Game Pass Adds Forza Horizon 6, Subnautica 2, WUCHANG, And More
Microsoft has announced new games coming to Xbox Game Pass in early May, including Forza Horizon 6, Subnautica 2 (Early Access), WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers, and Mixtape, all available day one. Several other titles are also being added, while a selection of games will leave the service on May 15.
Xbox Game Pass lineup for early May 2026 announced
Microsoft has revealed the games coming to Xbox Game Pass in early May 2026, including several day-one releases. Titles like Forza Horizon 6, DOOM: The Dark Ages, and Subnautica 2 will be available on launch day. The announcement also details games leaving the service on May 15.
