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Best New Xbox And Game Pass Games For August 2026
August 2026 is set to be a strong month for Xbox and Game Pass, featuring a diverse lineup of new releases. Highlights include the action RPG Beast of Reincarnation and the story-driven Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, both launching day one on Game Pass. Other notable titles span genres like survival horror, strategy, and multiplayer warfare, offering something for every player.
200 million new Xbox players weren't enough to offset falling revenue in its latest fiscal year, CEO says: "We…
Despite attracting over 200 million new players to Xbox and its games in fiscal year 2026, Microsoft's gaming division experienced a decline in revenue. CEO Asha Sharma acknowledged the gap between audience growth and business performance, stating that investments in player value are expected to drive growth by the end of fiscal year 2027. The company also underwent significant restructuring, including layoffs and spinning out several first-party studios.
All maps & release dates - Battlefield 6
This guide provides a comprehensive list of all maps available in Battlefield 6, organized by their release date. It details maps from the game's launch and subsequent seasonal updates, noting that new maps are added each season. The article also mentions that more maps will be added over time and some may be reworked.
Games Inbox: Are user reviews for video games reliable?
Readers discuss the reliability of user reviews for video games, with many expressing skepticism due to fanboyism and review bombing, favoring curated professional reviews or Steam's larger user base. The letters also touch on game release schedules, the evolution of game development timelines, the importance of modern-day storytelling in the Assassin's Creed series, and the business practices of companies like EA.
"People want to play arcade racers again" – How the developer of Wreckreation went from a company-wide redundancy notice to working on a sequel
Fiona Sperry, formerly of Criterion and Three Fields Entertainment, has announced Wreckreation 2 through her new company, When Tides Turn. After facing potential redundancies and relying on Patreon support for Wreckreation 1, Sperry is taking a new approach with open development and a focus on the arcade racing genre, which she believes still has a significant audience.
Star Wars Zero Company is more XCOM than RPG, as dev confirms there's no branching story or romances: "This is still a turn-based tactics game at its heart"
Bit Reactor has confirmed that Star Wars Zero Company will not feature branching story paths or romance options, emphasizing its core identity as a turn-based tactics game. While there will be minor story moments influenced by squad composition, the overall narrative remains linear. The studio, comprised of former XCOM developers, is focusing on strategic gameplay over extensive RPG elements.
Resident Evil 4 is best-selling modern remake but the top 5 is surprising
Resident Evil 4 is the best-selling modern remake, selling approximately 16.8 million copies. The analysis, based on data from 2020 onwards, reveals a surprising top five including Ark: Survival Ascended and The Last of Us Part I, with Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and Silent Hill 2 also performing well. Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto defended the prevalence of remakes, viewing them as a way to introduce older titles to new audiences and pave the way for future developments.
Resident Evil 4 Has Sold More Than Twice As Much As Any Other Current-Gen Remake
The Resident Evil 4 remake has achieved 16.8 million lifetime sales, significantly outselling other current-generation remakes like Ark: Survival Ascended and The Last of Us Part I. Data from Alinea Analytics indicates that remakes are a vital and less risky revenue stream for publishers, providing a proven design and fanbase compared to new intellectual property.
Xbox is testing ads on streaming video games you already own
Xbox is testing advertisements within its cloud streaming service for owned games, offering hour-long sessions with ads before gameplay begins. This initiative aims to potentially lower access costs for players, though similar attempts by other companies like EA have faced significant backlash. Microsoft is also reportedly planning to increase the price of Xbox consoles.
Star Wars Zero Company’s Campaign Will Take “About 30-40 Hours” to Finish, Says Producer
Star Wars Zero Company's campaign is expected to take players around 30-40 hours to complete, according to lead producer Caydence Funk. The turn-based tactics game will feature a linear story with some narrative elements and character bonds potentially altering based on squad composition, but all players will experience largely the same ending. The game is set to release on August 27th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Best-selling games in the U.S. for June 2026 – Star Fox makes the top 5
Circana has released the top ten best-selling video games in the U.S. for June 2026. UFC 6 topped the list, followed by Meccha Chameleon and 007 First Light. Nintendo titles Star Fox and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream also performed well, ranking fourth and sixth respectively.
Wreckreation 2 Preview: The Closest We Might Ever Get to Burnout Paradise 2
Wreckreation 2 aims to be the spiritual successor to Burnout Paradise, offering a modern take on the arcade racing formula. While it may not have the same budget as its predecessor from EA, the game has the potential to capture the essence of Burnout Paradise if it successfully refines its mechanics and avoids the pitfalls of the first installment.
Developer of Burnout spiritual successor Wreckreation has formed a new studio working on a sequel
Three Fields Entertainment, the developer behind the arcade racer Wreckreation, has announced a sequel to the game and formed a new studio called When Tides Turn. Studio head Fiona Sperry stated that Wreckreation 2 is being developed with player feedback, focusing on handling, progression, and world design. The new studio will serve as the dedicated home for the Wreckreation franchise.
Building on Burnout and an underwhelming predecessor are Wreckreation 2’s missions, and so far it’s a promising patch of Paradise
Wreckreation 2, developed by Three Fields Entertainment under the new name When Tides Turn, aims to recapture the spirit of Burnout Paradise with a more focused and physical arcade racing experience. The sequel moves away from the open, bland environments of its predecessor to a city setting, featuring improved car collision physics and a more natural driving model. The team plans an open development process, utilizing public demos for player feedback before release, and is self-publishing the title.
In the age of AI and layoffs, playing old games in 2026 is about more than nostalgia
In 2026, the author finds solace in playing older video games as a coping mechanism against the backdrop of AI advancements and widespread layoffs in the industry. This retreat into retro titles like Pokemon Leaf Green and Diablo 2 offers a sense of comfort and nostalgia, providing a temporary escape from the anxieties surrounding the current state of game development and corporate practices. Despite the industry's challenges, the author finds a glimmer of optimism in the progress made regarding representation, workplace conditions, and unionization.
Games Inbox: What new Fallout game will be the best?
Readers discuss the future of the Fallout franchise, expressing excitement for potential remasters and a sequel to Fallout: New Vegas, while also lamenting the long wait for new entries. The conversation touches on Microsoft's influence, studio management, and the broader state of game development and preservation.
The Odyssey badly needs a big budget video game adaptation - Reader’s Feature
This reader's feature argues that video games, particularly in the West, are underutilizing public domain stories like The Odyssey for adaptations. While games like God of War touch on mythology, they often deviate significantly from original myths. The author suggests that classic epics offer rich material for game development, citing Dante's Inferno as a rare but flawed attempt at adapting a literary work.
Battlefield 6 is resurrecting a 20-year-old mode for a Top Gun crossover
Battlefield 6 is reintroducing its "Carrier Assault" mode, originally from Battlefield 2142 and later adapted in Battlefield 4, as part of a Top Gun crossover event. This mode tasks players with sinking the enemy's aircraft carrier. The update also includes a new two-seater jet styled after the Top Gun films and a jets-only mission called "Top Gun: Fighter Sweep."
Let's play a quick round of 'Which game has more DLC?' to test your knowledge of videogame add-ons
This article presents a quiz designed to test players' knowledge of which video games have the most downloadable content (DLC). It features a 'Higher or Lower' format, comparing the number of DLC packs for various titles such as Train Simulator Classic, Cities: Skylines, and Stellaris. The quiz aims to engage readers by challenging their understanding of games with extensive add-on content.
Battlefield 6 Is Getting A Feature Not Seen In 21 Years And A Top Gun Crossover
Battlefield 6's upcoming update, version 1.4.1.0, will introduce Season 4: Pacific Front on July 21, featuring a new naval warfare system and the return of two-seater jets not seen since Battlefield 2. The update also includes a new map, Tsuru Reef, the return of Wake Island, new vehicles and weapons, and extensive gameplay and UI adjustments. A Top Gun crossover is also teased in the Season 4 announcement trailer.