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Assassin's Creed Odyssey is now the highest-rated game in the series on Steam, and it's all thanks to…
Assassin's Creed Odyssey has become the highest-rated game in the series on Steam, achieving an 89% positive review score. This surge in popularity is attributed to renewed interest following the release of Christopher Nolan's film 'Oppenheimer', which shares source material with the game's narrative. The game's success on Steam is also noted alongside a similar trend for Marvel's Spider-Man 2, influenced by the film 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day'.
UK software sales chart for the week ending August 22, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia, Tomodachi Life, and Mario Kart in the top 5
The UK software sales chart for the week ending August 22, 2026, shows EA Sports FC 26 reclaiming the top spot. Nintendo titles remain strong, with Pokemon Pokopia and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream at #2 and #3, and Mario Kart World at #5. Mortal Shell II entered the top 5 at #4.
This week in PC games: Gamescom and GTA 6 fight for our attention, but don't forget Folk Emerging, MGS4 and the horror game about balancing a cake
This week's PC gaming news is dominated by Gamescom and a Grand Theft Auto 6 documentary, alongside a significant number of new game releases. Notable titles include the early access milsim Burned Horizons, horror visual novel Money for Girls: Amortized, and Patrice Désilets' long-troubled 1666: Amsterdam. Other releases span various genres, from bullet hell and platformers to 4X strategy and survival games.
Azuki TCG Sends Its Next Regional to Peoria, Registration Now Open for Oct. 24
Azuki TCG has announced its next Garden Arena Regional tournament will be held on October 24 at the Peoria Civic Center, with registration now open via RK9.gg. The event features a $10,000 cash prize pool, serialized prize cards, and 16 spots in the 2027 Azuki Invitational. This follows a successful, sold-out debut regional in Pasadena, California.
Gamescom 2026 is "proof that the game industry is working towards a better tomorrow"
Despite widespread layoffs and studio closures in the game industry during 2026, Gamescom Director Tim Endres and Stefan Heikhaus, Head of Gamescom at Game, express optimism. They believe the event's full capacity and focus on networking, fan engagement, and future technologies demonstrate the industry's resilience and drive towards a better tomorrow.
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.
Dishonored was a last-ditch effort by Arkane Studios after years of fruitless contract work, according to the game's co-creator: 'I think we had four months of money left'
Dishonored co-creator Harvey Smith revealed that the game was a last-ditch effort for Arkane Studios, which was facing financial collapse with only four months of funds remaining. The studio had been taking on various contract work, but ultimately decided to focus on their passion project, which became a critical and commercial success. This experience solidified Smith's belief in pursuing creative passion, a principle he is applying to his new studio, Black Pony Immersive.
Might & Magic Fates crowns its Colosseum Season 3 champion Aug. 22 as CerwonyHomar meets naiG in a best-of-seven
The Colosseum Season 3 grand finals for Ubisoft's Might & Magic Fates will take place on August 22nd, featuring a best-of-seven match between CerwonyHomar and naiG. This event highlights the growing competitive circuit for the Immutable-powered collectible card game, which launched globally in February. The final will be broadcast live on Twitch via GwentarTV, with CerwonyHomar also streaming his perspective.
The secret to making a good Star Wars game is to do less - Reader's Feature
This reader's feature argues that successful Star Wars games succeed by focusing on a single core fantasy rather than trying to include every possible element of the universe. Games like TIE Fighter, Republic Commando, and Jedi: Fallen Order are highlighted for their focused design, while others are criticized for becoming unfocused "catalogues" of features. The author suggests that future Star Wars games should prioritize a clear identity and developer confidence in saying 'no' to extraneous features.
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.
Here Are The Best (And Worst) Ways To Share Your Game Library With Friends And Family
This guide compares the game library sharing options across major platforms like PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X/S. It details how Steam offers the most robust family sharing, while Xbox's Home Xbox feature is ideal for two-person sharing. Other platforms like Epic Games Store, EA App, and Ubisoft Connect have limited or no formal game sharing features.
Best-selling games in the U.S. for July 2026 – Splatoon Raiders debuts in the top 10
Circana has released the top-selling video games in the U.S. for July 2026, with Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 leading the monthly charts. New releases Splatoon Raiders and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream also secured spots in the top ten. The article also provides a list of the overall best-selling games for 2026 so far, with Resident Evil Requiem at the top.
"Arkane was about to go under" before it committed to Dishonored, former lead says: "We had 4 months of…
Former Arkane Studios lead designer Harvey Smith revealed that the studio was close to closure before committing to the development of Dishonored. The studio was working on multiple projects with dwindling funds before refocusing on the immersive sim, which became a critical and commercial success. Smith has since co-founded a new studio, Black Pony Immersive, to continue making single-player immersive sim games.
GTA 6 leakers called out by Stop Killing Games after demanding game preservation solutions and physical discs from Rockstar: "Using illegal means to make a point is unacceptable"
Stop Killing Games has condemned the recent Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks, calling the use of illegal means to make a point unacceptable. While acknowledging the authenticity of the leaked footage, which Take-Two Interactive is actively pursuing with DMCA takedowns, the game preservation group urged against supporting the hackers, citing their crypto links and the potential harm to developers. They advocate for constructive action rather than destructive leaks, referencing past incidents where leakers faced severe legal consequences.
Games are the most optimistic way I have found of looking at the world
The author reflects on how the video game Grow Home helped them overcome anxieties related to parenting by simulating safety and encouraging exploration. The game's 'Magic Beach' feature, where lost items reappear, is highlighted as a metaphor for how games provide a safe space to experiment and learn, ultimately fostering optimism through gratitude for these digital sanctuaries.
Apparent GTA 6 leak smells of crypto scam, links to a manifesto demanding digital rights: "This is not a cash…
An apparent Grand Theft Auto 6 gameplay and map leak is being used by a group called Cyberleek to promote a cryptocurrency coin, despite claims it is not a cash grab. The group also published a manifesto demanding an end to digital pre-orders, baked-in DLC, and advocating for offline single-player content. Take-Two Interactive has begun issuing DMCA takedowns in response to the leak.
GTA 6 footage once again appears to leak online, this time because of a group that wants games like The Crew to have offline modes and the end of digital preorders
Footage and screenshots allegedly from Grand Theft Auto 6 have leaked online, reportedly by a group named Cyberleek. The group is demanding an end to digital preorders, the preservation of single-player games for offline play, and has targeted publishers like Take-Two Interactive. The leaked content includes brief gameplay clips and what appears to be the full in-game map of Leonida.
Immutable Adding Roughly 15 Studios Every Week as Ferguson Teases ‘Imminent’ Product Launch
Immutable is onboarding approximately 15 new game studios weekly and is set to announce a new product imminently, according to co-founder Robbie Ferguson. The company has seen significant growth in the last 90 days, helping one game achieve 150,000 wishlists in 10 days and increasing wishlist-to-sale conversions by 2.2 times. Immutable's growth platform, Immutable Audience, is being marketed to web2 studios to improve player acquisition and conversion rates.
Assassin's Creed 2 was supposed to cover Brotherhood's entire plot, but that was "way too ambitious to…
Ubisoft originally planned for the events of Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood to be included in Assassin's Creed 2, but developers deemed it too ambitious for a single game. This decision led to Ezio's story being expanded across Brotherhood and Assassin's Creed: Revelations. The article also touches on Ubisoft's evolving multi-studio development approach over the years.
After Ubisoft canceled its remake, Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time gets an enhanced version from GOG
GOG has released an enhanced version of the original Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time after Ubisoft canceled its remake. This version includes fixes for modern hardware, widescreen support, and FPS limiting. GOG stated they are dedicated to ensuring the classic action game is playable as intended.
