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Free Play Days – GTA Online, Crisol: Theater of Idols, Planet Zoo, Looney Tunes: Wacky World of Sports, and Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2
Xbox is offering Free Play Days for several games including Grand Theft Auto Online, Crisol: Theater of Idols, Planet Zoo: Console Edition, Looney Tunes: Wacky World of Sports, and Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2. Some titles are available for all Xbox members, while others require Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, or Essential membership.
PLANET ZOO 2 HIGHLIGHTS THE AFRICAN LEOPARD IN FIRST ANIMAL SPOTLIGHT VIDEO
Frontier Developments has released the first Animal Spotlight video for Planet Zoo 2, focusing on the African Leopard and its climbing abilities. The video showcases how players can create effective habitats for the animal in their zoos. Planet Zoo 2 is set to launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 wins Best Game at Develop:Star Awards 2026
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 by Sandfall Interactive and Kepler Interactive was awarded Best Game at the Develop:Star Awards 2026, alongside wins for Best Narrative and Best Audio. Other notable winners included Frontier Developments for Best Studio and Sony Interactive Entertainment for Publishing Star.
Jurassic World Evolution 2: Complete Edition announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Frontier Developments has announced that Jurassic World Evolution 2: Complete Edition will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 on July 30, 2026. This edition includes the main game and all downloadable content, allowing players to manage dinosaur parks outside the Muertes Islands with new narrative, Chaos Theory, and Sandbox modes. The game features returning characters like Claire Dearing and Dr. Ian Malcolm, voiced by Jeff Goldblum.
PLANET ZOO 2 SHOWCASES THE WEST AFRICAN LION, UNIQUE BEHAVIOURS AND WELFARE NEEDS IN FIRST FEATURE FOCUS
Frontier Developments has released the first 'Feature Focus' video for Planet Zoo 2, highlighting the West African Lion and its unique behaviors and welfare needs. The video also showcases the game's new emotion system, where animal moods are influenced by habitat quality and care. Planet Zoo 2 is set to launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Make My MMO: DreamWorld’s dream is over, SpiritVale’s Kickstarter is a success
The crowdfunded MMORPG DreamWorld has been pulled from Steam and its servers appear to be offline, marking another failed campaign for Dreamworld Realities. Meanwhile, SpiritVale and Tomo Endless Blue successfully funded on Kickstarter, while Elite Dangerous, Star Citizen, and Ashes of Creation faced various development and legal challenges.
Elite Dangerous’ latest patch sees the servers melt down and its dungeon-esque operations delayed
Frontier Developments' latest patch for Elite Dangerous, intended to introduce the ship-launched Nomad and multiplayer operations, has been plagued by significant technical issues. The operations portion of the update was delayed due to unspecified problems, and players have reported login issues and server problems, leading to further maintenance. The Nomad ship was made available despite the ongoing server instability.
Planet Coaster 2: Parades Pack Marches Out
Frontier Developments has released the Planet Coaster 2: Parades Pack, a new DLC for their theme park simulation game Planet Coaster 2. The pack adds celebratory parade features to the game and is available for PC.
Build the theme park of your dreams and battle cosmic nightmares in this week's Epic Games Store free games
The Epic Games Store is offering Roller Coaster Tycoon 3 Complete Edition and Voidwrought for free until July 2. Roller Coaster Tycoon 3 Complete Edition allows players to build and manage theme parks with extensive customization options, including waterpark and zoo elements. Voidwrought is a 2D action-platformer where players battle cosmic horrors to gather the blood of gods.
Planet Coaster 2 Parades Pack Brings A Proper Dose Of Theme Park Magic
Frontier Developments has released the Parades Pack DLC for Planet Coaster 2, available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. This pack introduces customizable parades, new rides, and over 250 scenery pieces, allowing players to create elaborate processions. A free update also adds new creative options for all players.
Planet Zoo 2 Gets 35-Minute Deep Dive Video
Frontier Developments released a 35-minute gameplay deep dive video for Planet Zoo 2, showcasing its management simulation aspects and visual upgrades. The video features developers discussing the new lighting system, guest simulation, and enhanced tools for both casual and veteran players. Planet Zoo 2 is set to release on October 13th for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, and will include aerial and aquatic creatures.
Planet Coaster 2: Parades Announced
Frontier Developments has announced Planet Coaster 2: Parades, the largest DLC pack to date for Planet Coaster 2. It is scheduled to launch on June 25th for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series.
Create Spectacular Moments with The Planet Coaster 2: Parades Feature Pack
Frontier Developments has announced Planet Coaster 2: Parades, the largest DLC pack for the game, launching on June 25, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. This pack introduces customizable parades with floats, entertainers, two new rollercoasters, two flat rides, and a new transport ride, alongside a new Small Town Americana theme with over 250 scenery pieces.
Planet Coaster 2: Parades DLC floats into the game next week
Frontier Developments announced that the Planet Coaster 2: Parades DLC will launch on June 25th. This expansion introduces customizable parades with over 250 scenery pieces, new entertainers, two rollercoasters, two flat rides, and a transport ride. A free update will also add illuminations, Vista Points, and new celebration scenery.
PC Gamer magazine's new issue is on sale now: Planet Zoo 2
The latest issue of PC Gamer magazine features world-exclusive access to Frontier Developments' upcoming management sim, Planet Zoo 2, with interviews and insights from seven key developers. The issue also includes features on the best PC first-person shooters, previews of Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve and Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era, and reviews of Forza Horizon 6 and other titles.
Jurassic World Evolution 3: Rebirth Released
The Rebirth expansion for Frontier Developments' Jurassic World Evolution 3 is now available on PC via Steam. This new content adds to the dinosaur theme park simulation game.
Enter A New Era – Building the Jurassic World Evolution 3: Rebirth Expansion
Jurassic World Evolution 3: Rebirth, the largest expansion to date, introduces a new campaign set before the events of the Jurassic World Rebirth film, featuring three secret locations on Île Saint-Hubert. Senior Game Writer Ian Bousher discusses the narrative design, inspirations from the film's lore, and the creation of new characters and environments. The expansion launches on Xbox Series X|S and PC on June 16.
Jurassic World Evolution 3 Rebirth Expansion Roars To Life – New Dinosaurs, Campaign And Features
The Jurassic World Evolution 3: Rebirth Expansion is now available for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. This major DLC introduces a new campaign set before the Jurassic World Rebirth film, four new dinosaur species including the Distortus rex, and hundreds of new decorative items. A free update also adds new features for all players, such as geothermal power generation and semi-aquatic T. rex behavior.
Jurassic World Evolution 3’s Rebirth Expansion is Out Now, New Patch Brings Fixes, Improvements
The Rebirth expansion for Jurassic World Evolution 3 is now available, introducing new creatures like the Distortus Rex and Mutadon, along with a campaign inspired by the film Jurassic World Rebirth. A significant update accompanies the expansion, bringing numerous fixes and improvements to gameplay mechanics, creature AI, and park management features across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Make My MMO: Camelot’s early access, Loftia’s beta, Solarpunk’s launch
Several crowdfunded MMOs have seen recent developments, including Camelot Unchained's early access launch, Loftia's upcoming beta, and Solarpunk's official launch. Other titles like AQ Worlds Infinity, Stars Reach, and My Time at Evershine have also provided updates on their development progress and release windows.