EA
EA business and news from across the web.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 19: GOG.com Summer SaleThis weekend's PC gaming deals include GOG.com's Summer Sale featuring discounts on titles like Hollow Knight Silksong and Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition. Steam and Epic Games Store also have various sales, with free games available on Epic Games Store and Amazon Luna. Humble Bundle offers several game bundles for different price tiers.
Varför indiespel är det viktigaste vi harIndie games are crucial for innovation in the gaming industry because they allow for risk-taking that is too expensive for AAA developers. While large studios focus on safe, predictable titles, indie developers can experiment with unique ideas, leading to the creation of new genres and trends. This is reflected in Steam's revenue, where indie games constitute a significant portion of sales, demonstrating player preference for creative and novel experiences over blockbuster sequels.- Soccer Game Rematch Adds A Nearly Naked Man For World Cup And Tobias Funke FansThe soccer game Rematch has received a new cosmetic skin called 'The Naturist,' which allows players to dress their characters in minimal clothing, inspired by streakers at sporting events. This update coincides with the game's 'Nations Cup 2067' event, a stand-in for the World Cup due to branding restrictions. The skin is available for purchase using in-game currency or real money.
- Madden NFL 27 Dynamic Weather: Everything You Need to KnowMadden NFL 27 will feature a new Dynamic Weather system that impacts gameplay with accumulating snow, intensifying rain, and visible uniform degradation. EA has confirmed the feature, which they are calling "The Second Adversary," will be a significant addition to the game releasing on August 13, 2026.
Star Wars Zero Company looks so good it has me wishing Metal Gear would make tactics games againThe upcoming Star Wars Zero Company tactics RPG has reignited interest in the genre, prompting a discussion about the potential for a new Metal Gear Acid game. The author praises Star Wars Zero Company's XCOM-like gameplay and its potential to revitalize a dormant franchise, while also advocating for a revival of the Metal Gear Acid series, highlighting its unique blend of stealth, deckbuilding, and tactical combat.
Why Virtual Reality Games Development Is Growing in the Global Gaming Industry - Walkthrough, Tips, ReviewThe virtual reality gaming market is experiencing significant growth, projected to reach nearly $89 billion by 2031, driven by more accessible hardware and increasing player demand for immersive experiences. Companies like Kevuru Games are highlighted as leading full-cycle VR development studios, offering expertise in platforms such as Meta Quest, HTC Vive, and PlayStation VR, and contributing to major titles and ecosystems.- New TIGA Board reinforces commitment to championing the UK games industryTIGA, the UK video games industry's trade association, has appointed new members to its Board of Directors, including Gemma Brown, Ben Gunstone, Dan Hett, Greg Howson, Marco A. Minoli, Stuart Muckley, Tim Repa-Davies, Sitara Shefta, and John Tearle. These appointments aim to strengthen TIGA's advocacy for games businesses across the country, focusing on growth, skills development, and policy initiatives. The new board members bring diverse expertise from various studios and specialisms within the UK games sector.
Game Pass adds EA Sports FC 26, RV There Yet?, Winds of Arcana: Ruination, and more in late June to early JulyMicrosoft has announced new titles coming to Game Pass between late June and early July, including EA Sports FC 26, RV There Yet?, and Winds of Arcana: Ruination. Several other games like Junkster, Call of Duty: Vanguard, and Abyssus are also being added. Additionally, the article lists games that will be leaving the Game Pass library on June 30.
What the heck are you playing at, games industry?The article criticizes the recent surge in video game studio closures and layoffs, highlighting numerous studios shut down by major publishers like Ubisoft, EA, Embracer, Sony, and Microsoft. It questions the business strategies of these publishers, particularly Microsoft's handling of Ninja Theory and the high development cost of Xbox exclusives like Gears of War E-Day, while also pointing to the industry's pursuit of live services and infinite growth over sustainable development.- Beetle Adventure Racing reviewBeetle Adventure Racing is lauded as one of the best racing games ever made, particularly for its exquisite track design featuring numerous discoverable shortcuts. The game's modern sensibility, robust physics, and satisfying progression system where players unlock faster cars contribute to its enduring appeal. Despite a limited car variety, the game's thrilling races and memorable environments on the Nintendo 64 make it a standout classic.
Star Wars Zero Company pre-orders include some in-game droid cosmetics you were hopefully looking forStar Wars Zero Company, a turn-based tactics game, will be released on August 27, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. Pre-orders for both standard and digital Deluxe Editions include the Crystalline Astromech Cosmetic Pack for in-game droids. The PC version is priced lower than console editions.
FC Mobile The World's Game Surprise Gifts DropFC Mobile The World's Game is offering surprise gifts, including Gems and Draft Vouchers, during every match of the 2026 World Cup. These rewards are available for the first 45 minutes of each game, starting June 11, 2026. EA recently addressed gameplay issues and introduced fixes alongside these new in-game event bonuses.
Stranger Than Heaven's regional price creep on Steam is one more reason I'm feeling waryThe article discusses the increasing regional price creep of games on Steam, using Stranger Than Heaven and Persona 4 Revival as examples of titles with higher UK prices compared to their US counterparts. It highlights Geoff Keighley's comments on the success of affordable indie games and contrasts these with the rising costs of new releases, also touching on the controversial inclusion of Tupac Shakur in Stranger Than Heaven.
Video game that predicted the last four World Cup winners reveals its 2026 pickEA Sports FC 26 has predicted Spain to win the upcoming World Cup, continuing a tradition of accurate tournament simulations. The game's "The World's Game" update includes a new tournament mode, designed to incorporate the World Cup experience after EA lost the FIFA license. Meanwhile, FIFA is releasing its own mobile and arcade-style games related to the event.
The 6 biggest surprises at Summer Game Fest 2026, from a new Resident Evil game to Final Fantasy 7 RevelationSummer Game Fest 2026 featured numerous major announcements, including the remake of Resident Evil Veronica for 2027 and Final Fantasy 7 Revelation launching simultaneously on all platforms in spring 2027. Other reveals included Alien Isolation 2, Star Wars Zero Company set for August 2026, The Wolf Among Us 2 in 2027, and Guild Wars 3, a prequel launching on PS5 and PC with a closed beta this year.
Star Wars Zero Company will launch on August 27thEA and Bit Reactor have announced that Star Wars Zero Company will launch on August 27th for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. This turn-based tactics game is set during the Clone Wars and follows a mercenary group called Zero Company, featuring customizable characters with unique skills. The developers at Bit Reactor have experience working on the XCOM series, suggesting a similar gameplay influence.
Everything announced at Summer Game Fest 2026 — from Final Fantasy 7 Revelation to Resident Evil Code Veronica…Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a multitude of game announcements and trailers, including the reveal of Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, a remake of Resident Evil Code Veronica, and new titles like Stellar Blade Bloodrain and Alien Isolation 2. Several existing games also received updates or new content, such as Palworld 1.0 and a new season for Fortnite. The event also featured announcements for upcoming titles across various genres, with many slated for release in 2026 and 2027 on platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Summer Game Fest 2026 everything announced for pc so far – and a few rumours thrown in for good measureSummer Game Fest 2026 is set to feature numerous game announcements, with a focus on PC titles. Confirmed reveals include gameplay for Star Wars: Zero Company, a new trailer for Maverick Games' Clutch, and an update for Among Us. Rumors suggest potential announcements for Guild Wars 3, an expansion for The Witcher 3, and Persona 6.
Battlefield 6 2026 roadmap brings back Wake Island and naval warfareEA has revealed the 2026 roadmap for Battlefield 6, focusing on player-requested features like larger maps, returning classics such as Wake Island, and the reintroduction of naval warfare. The year will include content updates across Seasons 3, 4, and 5, alongside improvements to the free-to-play battle royale mode, REDSEC.
First new FIFA game in four years coming to Netflix next week for World Cup 2026FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition, developed by Delphi Interactive, will be released on June 11 exclusively for Netflix subscribers. This football simulation game features all 48 teams and 16 stadiums from the 2026 World Cup. The game is free for Netflix subscribers and is played using a mobile phone as a controller.