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Here's how to catch the Future Games Show's 40 games and 10 world premieres this June 6
The Future Games Show Summer Showcase will feature over 40 upcoming games, including 10 world premieres, on June 6. The event will be hosted by Alex Wilton Regan and Troy Baker and will be streamed on Twitch, YouTube, and TikTok. Several pre-revealed titles include Halloween: The Game, Wardogs, and Exodus, an upcoming sci-fi RPG from former Mass Effect developers.
How to Watch the PC Gaming Show on Sunday, June 7
The PC Gaming Show will take place on Sunday, June 7, celebrating PC games with over 50 titles from various publishers and developers. Hosted by Frankie Ward, Mica Burton, and Sean "Day[9]" Plott, the event will feature gameplay reveals, trailers, and interviews, including new looks at Serious Sam: Shatterverse and Total War: Warhammer 40,000. The show will be streamed on multiple platforms including Twitch, YouTube, and Steam.
How to watch the PC Gaming Show 2026, including Exodus extended gameplay reveal highlights
The PC Gaming Show 2026 will air on June 7, featuring over 50 games, including extended gameplay highlights from Exodus. Hosted by Sean "Day[9]" Plott and Mica Burton, with a pre-show hosted by Frankie Ward, the event will showcase world premieres from numerous developers and publishers. The broadcast will be available on multiple platforms including Twitch, YouTube, and Steam.
HOW TO WATCH FUTURE GAMES SHOW SUMMER SHOWCASE AND FGS LIVE FROM LOS ANGELES
The Future Games Show Summer Showcase will air on June 6, 2026, featuring over 40 games with world premieres, demos, and trailers. Hosted by Alix Wilton Regan and Troy Baker, the event will be followed by FGS Live from Los Angeles, offering more exclusive content and interviews. The showcase will be streamed internationally on platforms like Twitch, YouTube, and Steam, with dedicated streams for China and Korea.
Patient gamers unite, as 25% of you only buy your games during Steam sales
A PC Gamer poll reveals that 25% of players never buy games at full price, exclusively waiting for Steam sales. Over half of respondents (51%) do purchase some games at full price if they are highly anticipated, while 18% are willing to pay full price for cheaper indie titles but not full-priced AAA games.
Here's how to catch all the goodies from GamesRadar's dispatch from BitSummit Punch 2026
GamesRadar+ will present a 60-minute "BitSummit Punch Mixtape" on May 26, showcasing trailers and world premieres from Japan's longest-running indie festival. The broadcast will be available on GamesRadar's website, YouTube channel, and Twitch. Content featured in the show will also be accessible on the BitSummit Punch Steam page.
The problem with bodycam shooters
This article discusses the trend of bodycam shooters, exemplified by games like Better Than Dead and Unrecord, questioning their appeal beyond shock value and realism. While acknowledging the immersive effect of the bodycam perspective and realistic gunplay, the author argues that design choices intended for realism often lead to frustrating gameplay. The piece concludes that the real-world horror these games emulate makes the fantasy unfulfilling.
ALIX WILTON REGAN AND TROY BAKER TO HOST THE FUTURE GAMES SHOW SUMMER SHOWCASE
Actors Alix Wilton Regan and Troy Baker have been announced as the hosts for the Future Games Show Summer Showcase on June 6. The event will feature world premieres, new trailers, and deep dives into over 40 games, including Halloween: The Game, WARDOGS, and EXODUS.
'It’s all shaping up to be a wonderfully daring adventure, with plenty of surprises in store' — The 2026 Future Games Show Summer Showcase has found its hosts in The Last of Us actor Troy Baker and Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis' Alix Wilton Regan
Actors Troy Baker and Alix Wilton Regan have been announced as the hosts for the Future Games Show Summer Showcase on June 6. The event will feature world premieres, new trailers, and deep dives into over 40 games, including reveals for Halloween: The Game, WARDOGS, and EXODUS.
PC Gaming Show Reveals Hosts and Partners
The PC Gaming Show has announced that Frankie Ward, Mica Burton, Sean "Day[9]" Plott, and Elz will host its upcoming showcase on Sunday, June 7. The event will feature over 50 PC games with world premieres, exclusive announcements, and developer interviews, airing on Twitch, YouTube, X, and Steam.
I never understood the appeal of a jumbo novelty d20 until I saw one inspired by one of my favorite new RPGs
Die Hard Dice has released a new line of d20 dice inspired by the RPG Esoteric Ebb, featuring designs based on the game's characters. The collection includes standard-sized dice and a large novelty metal d20 celebrating 'The Cleric'. The article also touches on the game's developer, Christoffer Bodegård, and his approach to save scumming.
Modder upgrades their supposedly 'vintage' 2008 ThinkPad with an RTX 4070 Super and I can feel myself…
A modder has upgraded a 2008 Lenovo ThinkPad with an MSI RTX 4070 Super graphics card, utilizing an external GPU setup. The project combines vintage laptop hardware with modern components, powered by a Corsair PSU, to enhance graphical capabilities.
This vibe-coded tool helps you find missing Lego pieces for your old sets, and now I think the AI revolution might not…
A new AI-powered web tool called Brickbacklog.com helps Lego enthusiasts identify and source missing pieces for their old sets. Developed by a web programmer using ChatGPT Codex, the tool allows users to input set numbers and check off required parts. This innovation is particularly useful for those rebuilding old or mixed Lego collections.
15 years ago, anyone could send PC Gamer magazine text messages. We got some weird ones
This article looks back at the early 2010s when PC Gamer magazine allowed readers to send text messages for a fee. It highlights humorous and unusual messages received, contrasting them with modern communication methods. The piece also includes reader reviews submitted via text.
Apparently the name of one of the most famous RPG series of all time was a last-minute band-aid: 'I don't think he knew what it meant any more than we did'
An archived interview with Daggerfall lead Ted Peterson reveals that the original name for The Elder Scrolls: Arena was a last-minute decision. The game's subtitle 'The Elder Scrolls' was added to explain the lack of arena combat, as the game had evolved significantly from its initial concept. This naming convention ultimately became the foundation for the long-running series.
The Future Games Show Summer Showcase, FGS Live, and the PC Gaming Show have been confirmed for June, with the Showcase to feature 'world premieres, exclusive trailers, and stealth demo drops'
Future has announced its summer gaming events, including the Future Games Show Summer Showcase and FGS Live on June 6, followed by the PC Gaming Show on June 7. These broadcasts will feature world premieres, exclusive trailers, and announcements for over 50 PC games, with potential appearances from titles like Fable and Phantom Blade 0.
The PC Gaming Show and Future Games Show return in June to brighten up your summer with world premieres, interviews, and…
The PC Gaming Show and Future Games Show will return in June, featuring world premieres and interviews. The Future Games Show Summer Showcase airs on June 6, followed by the PC Gaming Show on June 7. Both events will be streamed on major platforms like Twitch, X, and YouTube.
Of course 1440p is your favorite gaming res, but I'm kinda stunned there are as many 4K gamers as 1080p ones in PC…
A poll conducted by PC Gamer reveals that 1440p is the most popular gaming resolution among PC players, with 36% of respondents favoring it. Surprisingly, 4K and 1080p tied at 22% each, with the article suggesting that upscaling technologies like DLSS and FSR contribute to the prevalence of 4K gaming. Ultrawide resolutions also garnered significant interest.
Where does your PC live? There is obviously one correct answer, can you pick it out?
This article discusses the various preferred locations for a gaming PC setup, with multiple PC Gamer writers sharing their personal choices and reasoning. Options range from placing the PC on the desk for easy access and visual appeal to keeping it on the floor for cable management and noise reduction, with custom stands also being a popular solution for space-saving.
These 14+ New PS5, PS4, and PS Plus Games Are Coming Out Next Week (6th-12th April)
Next week will see a significant number of new game releases across PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, including Starfield's PS5 debut, People of Note, and Tiny Bookshop. Additionally, several titles will be available through PlayStation Plus Essential, such as Lords of the Fallen and Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered.
