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Acclaimed PlayStation 5 Sci-Fi Game Gets Complete Edition With DLC on Disc
The acclaimed PlayStation 5 science fiction survival game, The Alters, is receiving a Complete Edition on November 20, 2026, which includes the Last Variable DLC. Developed by 11 Bit Studios, the game initially launched on June 13, 2025, and received positive reviews despite criticism regarding its use of AI in development.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Sept. 11: Blizzcon 2026
This weekend's PC gaming deals include sales on World of Warcraft and Diablo 4, free titles like Astral Ascent and Luftrausers, and discounts on various new releases across multiple storefronts. The Steam Programming Fest is also ongoing, featuring computer-themed titles.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Sept. 4: Steam PvE Survival Crafting Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include a Steam PvE Survival Crafting Fest, the Epic Games Store's End of Summer Sale with discounts on various titles, and bundles from Humble Bundle. Notable deals include free games on Amazon Luna and significant discounts on popular titles across multiple storefronts.
The Humble Choice September 2026 Lineup Is Live With Frostpunk 2, Sonic X Shadow Generations, and 6 More Games
The Humble Choice subscription service has revealed its September 2026 lineup, featuring eight games including Frostpunk 2 and Sonic X Shadow Generations. Subscribers can access these titles for $15 for the month.
Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O World Stage, and More Coming to Game Pass
Microsoft is adding several new titles to Game Pass throughout September, including Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage, and RuneScape: Dragonwilds. However, a significant number of games are also leaving the service by September 15th, such as Cyberpunk 2077 and Dead Cells.
Xbox Game Pass Removes Cyberpunk 2077 And 9 Other Games Very Soon
Cyberpunk 2077 and nine other games, including Dead Cells, Frostpunk 2, and Spiritfarer, will be removed from Xbox Game Pass on September 15. Cyberpunk 2077 was added to the service in March and is now departing after a six-month period.
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: RuneScape: Dragonwilds, SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed, The Royal Writ, and More
Xbox Game Pass is adding several new titles throughout September, including RuneScape: Dragonwilds, SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed, and Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War. Several games are also leaving the service on September 15th, such as Cyberpunk 2077 and Dead Cells.
7 developers that will save the video games industry - Reader’s Feature
This reader's feature highlights seven smaller developers, including 11 bit studios, AdHoc Studios, Daniel Mullins Games, Hazelight Studios, Larian Studios, Sandfall Interactive, and Supergiant Games, who are seen as vital to the future of the video game industry. The article praises their innovative approaches to game design and storytelling, contrasting them with the perceived missteps of larger publishers.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Aug. 21: The Humble Store Summer Sale continues
This article rounds up various PC game deals available from multiple digital storefronts, including Humble Store, Battle.net, GamesPlanet, Ubisoft Store, Green Man Gaming, Epic Games Store, Amazon Luna, Fanatical, Gamebillet, GOG.com, and Steam. Notable sales include Humble Store's Summer Sale, Battle.net's August Game Deals, and Ubisoft's Gamescom sale, featuring discounts on a wide range of titles.
The toughest choices in PC games
This article explores some of the most challenging moral and narrative choices presented to players in PC games, spanning titles from Ultima 4 to Frostpunk. It highlights how games like Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, The Walking Dead, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt force players into difficult decisions with significant consequences.
Frostpunk 2: Breach of Trust Review | TheXboxHub
Frostpunk 2: Breach of Trust introduces new mechanics like city-threatening tremors and scarce food resources, forcing players to make difficult decisions regarding trade or conflict with the nearby city of Aurora. The DLC campaign offers a challenging experience, and the article notes significant improvements in game stability compared to the base game's launch.
The Alters and Frostpunk developer 11 Bit Studios is laying off 20 employees
11 Bit Studios, the developer behind The Alters and Frostpunk, has laid off 20 employees to align team structures with current project phases. The company stated that most affected employees were offered internal transfers, and those leaving will receive support. This follows previous layoffs in 2024 and late 2023, despite the Frostpunk franchise surpassing 11 million players and Frostpunk 2 nearing 600,000 sales.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continues
The Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 26: Steam Summer Sale and friends
Multiple PC gaming storefronts, including Steam, GOG.com, and Epic Games Store, are hosting major summer sales with thousands of deals. Notable discounts are available on titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, DOOM: The Dark Ages, and Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition. Some platforms also offer free titles or additional discounts for subscribers.
Frostpunk 2: Breach of Trust Released
11 bit studios has released Breach of Trust, a new DLC for Frostpunk 2, on Steam for Windows and macOS. The DLC adds new content to the post-apocalyptic survival game set on a frozen Earth.
Frostpunk 2: Breach of Trust Adds A New City To Save – Or Lose
The Breach of Trust expansion for Frostpunk 2 is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. This new scenario introduces the city of New Edinburgh, facing political instability and a looming volcanic disaster. The DLC adds new mechanics, laws, buildings, and a Vote of Trust system to challenge players' leadership.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 19: GOG.com Summer Sale
This 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.
Nintendo Switch System Update Brings Improvements to eShop Experience
Nintendo has released a firmware update for the Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite, and OLED Model, redesigning the eShop with a matching color theme, user-verification PINs, and improved video playback controls. The eShop is now a native app, enhancing performance. The article also touches on upcoming games like Rhythm Heaven Groove and Frostpunk, and provides sales figures for the Nintendo Switch and its successor, along with a lowered sales forecast for the latter.
Copa City Launches Today
Copa City, a football tycoon and city management game developed by Triple Espresso, has launched today on Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Players manage the city and surrounding infrastructure for match days, rather than controlling players on the field. The game features real-world cities and licensed clubs, offering a unique blend of logistics and atmosphere management.
Frostpunk 2 Breach of Trust Expansion Launches June 23 Across PC and Consoles | Invision Game Community
11 bit studios announced that Frostpunk 2: Breach of Trust, the game's second major expansion, will launch on June 23 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The DLC introduces a new scenario set in New Edinburgh, focusing on political and social crises, trust, and survival with new mechanics like Votes of Trust and environmental threats.
