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How Pantaloon is curating an "evolving library of bold and bizarre games" with its new subscription service
Pantaloon has launched the Playbill, a new subscription service offering an evolving library of bold and bizarre indie games, inspired by the Criterion Collection. Co-founder Jamin Smith aims to foster a curated community, differentiating it from larger services like Xbox Game Pass and Apple Arcade by maintaining a leaner selection. The service includes 14 launch titles, exclusive demos, and prototypes, with partner games rotating based on subscriber numbers.
Triple-I Initiative October 2026: Everything Announced At The Showcase
The Triple-I Initiative showcase featured a variety of new game announcements and updates, including Aftergods, Waltz and Jam, Among Us Story: On Guard, and Brotato: Primal Dread. Many of these titles are slated for release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with some also heading to Nintendo Switch and mobile platforms. Several games also have demos available on Steam.
Free Play Days – ARC Raiders, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, Little Nightmares III, Screamer, and More
Xbox is offering several games for free play this weekend, including Screamer, Family Man, ARC Raiders, High On Life 2, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, Little Nightmares III, and Rogue Waters. Some titles require Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, or Essential membership, while others are available to all Xbox members. Discounts are also available for purchasing the games after the free trial period.
Warhammer Survivors Is Launching Mere Days Before GTA 6, And I Respect The Audacity
Warhammer Survivors is set to launch on November 10 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and mobile devices, with a demo available now on Steam. The game adopts the 'Survivors-like' formula, featuring intense combat against Tyranid enemies, weapon evolution, and a large roster of characters and weapons. Its release date is notably close to Grand Theft Auto 6, a bold move that the article respects.
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Gears of War: E-Day, Minecraft Dungeons II, Dune: Awakening, and More
Xbox Game Pass is adding a variety of new titles throughout September and October, including Gears of War: E-Day, Minecraft Dungeons II, Dune: Awakening, and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. Several games are also leaving the service on September 30th.
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.
The PlayStation physical games debacle is taking over everything Sony does — it’s the biggest tech PR disaster since Sonos’ app update, so will Sony learn the lessons that turned Sonos around?
Sony's move towards digital-only game sales is causing significant backlash from PlayStation owners concerned about cost, resale value, and true ownership, drawing parallels to Sonos' past app update disaster. The article suggests Sony could learn from Sonos' approach to rebuilding customer trust through humility and improved execution, but questions whether the company will prioritize this over its business interests, given its large customer base.
Free Play Days – MLB The Show 26, The Alters, and Stuffed
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential members can play MLB The Show 26, The Alters, and Stuffed for free from July 9 to July 12. Players can continue their progress and keep achievements if they purchase the games at a discounted price during the event.
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.
Free Play Days – House Flipper 2, Blades of Fire and Assetto Corsa Competizione
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential members can play House Flipper 2, Blades of Fire, and Assetto Corsa Competizione for free from June 25 to June 28. Players can download the games via the Xbox Store and continue playing with limited-time discounts after the event.
Free Play Days – House Flipper 2, Blades of Fire and Assetto Corsa Competizione
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential members can play House Flipper 2, Blades of Fire, and Assetto Corsa Competizione for free from June 25 to June 28. Players can download the games via the Xbox Store and continue playing with limited-time discounts after the event.
Age of Empires Mobile: PC Edition Available Now! - Age of Empires - World's Edge Studio
Age of Empires Mobile: PC Edition is now available on Steam and the Microsoft Store, following its initial launch on mobile platforms in October 2024. The PC version features optimized controls, a refined UI, enhanced visuals, and seamless crossplay with mobile devices. Players can continue their progress on PC by linking their accounts, and new players can receive bonus rewards by playing with an active Xbox Game Pass subscription.
Free Play Days – PGA Tour 2K25, Two Point Museum, Assetto Corsa and Dead by Daylight
Xbox is offering Free Play Days for several games including PGA Tour 2K25, Two Point Museum, and Assetto Corsa for Game Pass members from June 18 to June 21. Additionally, Dead by Daylight is available for all Xbox members to try until June 22. Players can continue their progress and unlock achievements during these trial periods, with discounts available on the full games and select DLCs.
Three New Games Hit Game Pass This Week – Including Two Huge Names
Xbox Game Pass is adding three new games this week: Junkster on June 16th, Call of Duty: Vanguard on June 17th, and EA Sports FC 26 on June 18th. Junkster is a Day One indie title, while Vanguard expands the Call of Duty presence on the service, and EA Sports FC 26 brings the latest EA football simulation. Additional titles like Abyssus, RV There Yet?, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4, and Winds of Arcana: Ruination are also slated for release on Game Pass in the coming weeks.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 12: Steam Bullet Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include a Steam Bullet Fest celebrating bullet hell and shooter games, alongside sales from various publishers and developers like Capcom, Klei, and Ubisoft. Notable titles on sale include Vampire Survivors, Returnal, and Destiny 2, with free games and bundles also available across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, and Amazon Luna.
Persona 4 Revival Preorders Are Now Open, Including A Massive Collector’s Edition
Preorders are now open for Persona 4 Revival, a ground-up remake launching February 18, 2027, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The game will also be available on Xbox Game Pass at launch. Various editions are available, including a massive Collector's Edition featuring a statue of Izanagi and the protagonist, a steelbook, artbook, keycaps, and more.
Game Pass Continues Its June Hot Streak With Six New Additions
Xbox Game Pass is adding six new games throughout June, including Day One releases like Solarpunk and Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions. The lineup features a diverse range of genres, from survival crafting and boxing simulation to JRPGs and cooperative space exploration, available on PC and Xbox consoles.
Game Pass Adds Two Very Different Adventures Today
Xbox Game Pass has added two distinct titles: Herdling, an emotional narrative adventure from the creators of the FAR series, and Total Chaos, a survival horror game set on a mysterious island. Both games are available on cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, showcasing the service's diverse offerings.
Game Pass Adds More Day One Indies As Big RPGs Prepare To Leave
Xbox Game Pass is adding several new indie titles this week, including Echo Generation 2, Crashout Crew, and Kabuto Park, all launching day one on the service. The Outer Worlds: Spacer's Choice Edition is also joining, while games like Against the Storm and Persona 4 Golden are set to leave on May 31st. The additions span various genres across cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Ubisoft Renews Xbox Game Pass Partnership for Rainbow Six Siege Esports | Invision Game Community
Ubisoft has renewed its partnership with Xbox Game Pass as the official partner for Rainbow Six Siege esports through the 2026 and 2027 competitive seasons. This two-year renewal includes expanded community activations, in-game benefits for Game Pass subscribers starting in June, and global esports experiences. The partnership officially kicks off with the BLAST R6 Salt Lake City Major in May, reinstating the two-major-per-year format.
