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PlayStation Plus Extra, Premium August 2026 Games Rolling Out Now
Sony's PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium services are rolling out their August 2026 game additions, with staggered releases by region. Titles like Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, Vampire Survivors, and Dying Light 2 are available, with some games releasing on August 18th and others on August 25th in specific regions. Premium subscribers also gain access to classic titles such as Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams and Disney’s Atlantis: The Lost Empire.
The Best Games Under $10
This article highlights excellent games available for $10 or less, including several free-to-play options. It features titles like To The Moon, Portal 2, Vampire Survivors, and Half-Life 2, available on various platforms including PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.
Helldivers 2 Now Available for PS Plus Extra and Deluxe Subscribers — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Helldivers 2 is now available for PlayStation Plus Extra and Deluxe subscribers as part of the August 2026 Game Catalog lineup. This addition coincides with the Devoid of Liberty update, which introduces new missions, SEAF platoons, an increased level cap, and new enemy types. Several other titles are also being added to the Game Catalog and Classic Catalog for subscribers.
Helldivers 2 is Out Now on PS Plus Extra/Premium, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Coming Next Week
Helldivers 2 is now available for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers, featuring new Illuminate enemies and a level cap increase. Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 will be released on August 18th, alongside Vampire Survivors. Later in August, Hell is Us and Umamusume Pretty Derby – Party Dash will join the service, followed by Two Point Museum, Metro Exodus, and Dying Light 2 Stay Human on August 25th. Premium subscribers also gain access to classic titles Onimusha: Dawn of the Dreams and Disney's Atlantis: The Lost Empire.
PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for August 2026 Confirmed
Sony has confirmed the lineup for the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog in August 2026. The featured titles include Helldivers 2, Kingdom Come Deliverance 2, and Vampire Survivors, offering subscribers a selection of popular games.
PlayStation Plus Extra, Premium August Games Include Fan-Favorites
Sony has announced the games coming to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium tiers in August 2026. The lineup includes Helldivers 2, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, Vampire Survivors, and several other titles, with classics like Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams and Disney’s Atlantis: The Lost Empire available for Premium subscribers.
Spaceship bullet heaven Seven Suns of Orion has what Vampire Survivors lacks: semi-Newtonian physics and railguns
Seven Suns of Orion is a spaceship bullet heaven game that distinguishes itself from Vampire Survivors with semi-Newtonian physics and railguns. Players must survive seven minutes against an invading drone army, culminating in a boss battle. The game features distinct ship handling and control schemes, encouraging strategic movement and use of environmental gravity wells.
How Vampire Survivors became Vampire Crawlers: Six lessons from building a game based on another developer's IP
Andreas Firnigl of Nosebleed Interactive shares six lessons learned from developing Vampire Crawlers, a spin-off of Poncle's Vampire Survivors. The article emphasizes understanding and respecting the original IP, embracing external feedback, and fostering a unified vision within the development team to create a successful game based on another studio's intellectual property.
Indie Selects for August 2026: Adventure is Calling This Summer
Microsoft's ID@Xbox team has highlighted six indie games available in August, including "Deer & Boy," "Hell Clock," "D-topia," "Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit," "Backrooms: Escape Together," and "Moss: The Forgotten Relic." These titles span various genres from narrative adventures and roguelites to puzzle games and co-op horror, offering diverse experiences for players on Xbox platforms.
The NES is 45 years old – here’s why there’s no nostalgia for it in the UK
The Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), despite its global importance and iconic franchises, had a minimal cultural impact and generated little nostalgia in the UK. This is attributed to its late release in 1987, high price point compared to dominant home computers like the ZX Spectrum and Commodore 64, and a perception of being for children, unlike Sega's offerings. While foundational for many genres and franchises in North America and Japan, the NES's legacy in the UK is largely overshadowed by these market factors.
You Can Earn A $15,000 A Year For Mastering Your Favorite Game
The University of Silicon Valley has launched the Max Achievement Scholarship program, offering up to $15,000 annually to students who demonstrate exceptional mastery in video games. Applicants must complete specific, often rare, in-game achievements across over 50 listed titles or meet platform-specific criteria to qualify for Legendary or Mastery tiers.
Summer Vacation Handheld Loadout 2026 | TAG
This guide provides recommendations for pre-installing 4-6 games on handheld devices for vacation gaming, emphasizing variety and offline playability. It covers device-specific considerations for Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch 2, and iPad, along with strategies for battery management, cloud saves, and storage. The article also suggests backup activities and packing checklists for a seamless gaming experience during travel.
Weekend Console Download Deals for July 3: Nintendo Summer Sale continues
Nintendo's Summer Sale continues for another week, featuring discounts on first-party titles like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity. Various digital deals are also available across PlayStation and Xbox platforms, including PlayStation Plus member exclusives and Xbox Game Pass discounts.
Sodaman Fizzes Onto Xbox Series X|S
Sodaman, a roguelike game inspired by Vampire Survivors, Death Must Die, and Balatro, has launched on Xbox Series X|S for £6.69. Developed by Tape Corps and published by GameDev.ist, the game features a unique premise where players control a hero powered by fizzy drinks to fight aliens and save the universe from a soda-less catastrophe. It offers deep progression with customizable weapons, cybernetic augmentations, and collectible cards.
Sunday Patches
Vampire Survivors has received a Quality of Life improvements update, referred to as the 'Turbo Wildcard'. The article also mentions an unofficial mod inspired by the game '28 Years Later'.
Shape Survivors — A Bullet Heaven Where the Arena Shrinks Around You – Expert Game Reviews
Shape Survivors is a solo-developed roguelite that introduces a shrinking arena mechanic to the crowded bullet-heaven genre. This twist forces players to constantly reposition and prioritize weapon choices, making every run a high-stakes firefight. The game also features score-attack leaderboards and permanent meta-progression, with a free demo available on Steam and the full game planned for 2026.
I've been trying to get my Steam Link to work for ten years, but I've fixed it just in time to save me spending £1000 on a Steam Machine
After a decade of troubleshooting, the author finally got Valve's Steam Link to work reliably by disabling the Fraps benchmarking tool. This success allows for PC gaming on a big screen without the expense of a Steam Machine, offering a viable alternative for users with existing desktop PCs.
Vampire Crawlers 1.5 update announced, patch notes – Endless Mode, Nintendo Switch 2 resolution boost, more
Poncle has announced update 1.5 for Vampire Survivors, introducing an "Endless Mode" accessible after completing the game. The update also includes a resolution boost for the Nintendo Switch 2 to 4K docked and 1080p handheld, alongside various UI, gameplay, and bug fixes.
Varför indiespel är det viktigaste vi har
Indie games are crucial for innovation in the gaming industry because they allow for risk-taking that is too expensive for AAA developers. While large studios focus on safe, predictable titles, indie developers can experiment with unique ideas, leading to the creation of new genres and trends. This is reflected in Steam's revenue, where indie games constitute a significant portion of sales, demonstrating player preference for creative and novel experiences over blockbuster sequels.
Epic Games doubles down on Unreal Engine AI integration, as Fortnite tools jeopardize Vampire Survivors collab
Epic Games is significantly integrating Artificial Intelligence into Unreal Engine, aiming to streamline content creation and boost iteration for developers. This push towards generative AI and LLMs has led to concerns, notably from Vampire Survivors developer Poncle, who is reviewing their collaboration with Fortnite due to Epic's extensive use of AI in asset creation.
