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Nintendo Switch eShop charts – June 20, 2026 – top 10 is looking very familiar
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of June 20, 2026, show a remarkably consistent top ten, with Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the number one spot. All positions within the top ten remained unchanged from the previous week, indicating strong sustained popularity for established titles.
Among Us celebrates eight years with cosmicubes, an in-game party hat, and a demo for its new single-player game
Among Us is celebrating its eight-year anniversary with in-game rewards and announcements from developer Innersloth. Players can receive a free party hat cosmetic by logging in before July 15th, inspired by the character from the new single-player game, Among Us Story: On Guard, which also has a free demo available. Additional cosmicubes themed around the animated series and outer space are also being offered, with more updates planned.
Study Measures Heart Rate Across 16 Games to Find the Most Stressful — Dark Souls Almost Wins, but Mario Kart
A study by BonusFinder US monitored the heart rates of 14 gamers across 16 titles to determine which games induce the most physiological stress. Mario Kart ranked highest for average heart rate increase over a 30-minute session, while Dark Souls III produced the most extreme peak heart rate spike during a boss fight. Conversely, games like Animal Crossing and The Sims were found to lower heart rates below resting levels.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – June 13, 2026 – Tomodachi Life continues dominant run
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of June 13, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream maintaining its top position. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Minecraft follow in second and third place, respectively, with the rest of the top ten featuring a mix of popular Nintendo titles and other notable games.
Unrailed 2: Back on Track launch trailer – couch co-op railroad builder follow-up on Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
Indoor Astronaut has released a launch trailer for Unrailed 2: Back on Track, the sequel to their popular couch co-op railroad builder. The game is now officially out of Early Access and available on Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The sequel expands on the original's formula with new biomes, modes, and features, including a new boss and crossover skins.
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.
Weekend Console Download Deals for June 12: PlayStation Mid-Year Deals
PlayStation is offering mid-year deals on titles like ARC Raiders and Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection, with additional free games for PlayStation Plus members. Xbox features Capcom publisher sales, including Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition, while the Nintendo eShop also has Capcom discounts. Various other publishers like Atari and RGG Studio also have sales across platforms.
FULL STEAM AHEAD! UNRAILED 2: BACK ON TRACK IS AVAILABLE today
Unrailed 2: Back on Track, the sequel to the popular couch co-op railroad builder, has launched today on Steam, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5. Developed by Indoor Astronaut, the game expands on the original's chaotic teamwork formula with new biomes, game modes, and cosmetic skins, including crossovers with Among Us, Cat Quest III, and Tchia.
Evening Reading - June 10, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers various gaming news, including updates on Among Us Story: On Guard, Alien: Isolation 2, Pokemon Pokopia, Halo: Campaign Evolved, and Saw: Genesis. It also mentions Steam discontinuing physical gift cards, Xbox CEO Asha Sharma's statement on restructuring, and new game announcements for Minecraft Dungeons 2 and Resident Evil Veronica. Additionally, it highlights Bradley the Badger being published by Focus Entertainment, Geoff Keighley and Hideo Kojima reuniting at Summer Game Fest, and Floyd Norman receiving an honorary Oscar.
18 amazing indie games you missed during Summer Game Fest week
Summer Game Fest week featured numerous upcoming indie games alongside major announcements from large publishers. Titles like Fights In Tight Spaces 2, the single-player Among Us Story: On Guard, and the horror game Carcass Clad were highlighted. Other notable indies include Cassette Beasts 2, El Paso, Elsewhere 2, and the retro-themed Hack '95.
Summer Game Fest 2026: Every Big Announcement Ranked and Explained
Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a wide array of upcoming video game titles, with notable announcements including the third Final Fantasy VII installment, a remake of Resident Evil Code: Veronica, and the long-awaited sequel to The Wolf Among Us. The event highlighted the increasing saturation of the game market and featured titles aiming for distinct identities to stand out.
Among Us cast and creator says you don't have to be a fan of the game to enjoy the show, but there are Easter eggs…
The creator of the new animated TV series based on Among Us, Owen Dennis, states that the show is designed to be enjoyable for those unfamiliar with the game, while still including Easter eggs for fans. Several voice actors, including Kimiko Glenn and Elijah Wood, have never played the game themselves but praise its smart and funny writing. The series aims to stand on its own merits, drawing inspiration from sci-fi classics like The Thing and Alien.
Paralives is unpacking a collab with Aussie game Unpacking
The life simulation game Paralives is collaborating with the Aussie-made game Unpacking in a free update. This update will add iconic items from Unpacking, such as stuffed toys and posters, as decorative objects for players' homes. This marks another collaboration for Paralives, which has previously partnered with games like Among Us and Boyfriend Dungeon.
Among Us Story: On Guard announced for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
Innersloth has announced Among Us Story: On Guard, a narrative-focused game expanding on the Among Us universe with more lore and a single-player focus. The game is confirmed for both Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Details reveal a security simulation where players act as a Guard tasked with identifying Impostors among the Crewmates.
Among Us Tiba-tiba Langsung Rilis 10 Episode Serial Animasi
The popular social deduction game Among Us has surprise-released all 10 episodes of its animated series on Paramount+. The series, created by Owen Dennis and produced by CBS Studios and Innersloth, follows a group of eccentric spaceship crew members tasked with transporting scrap across the galaxy while identifying a killer Impostor among them. The voice cast includes Yvette Nicole Brown, Liv Hewson, and Elijah Wood.
FOTO: Madonna Guncang Times Square Pakai Konser Dadakan
Pop icon Madonna held a surprise concert in Times Square to promote her new album, Confessions II. The event drew thousands of New York City residents. The article also briefly mentions the release of an animated series for the game Among Us.
At Summer Game Fest 2026, video games retreat to the safety of the past
The Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a strong trend of developers relying on established franchises, sequels, and remakes rather than introducing new intellectual properties. While notable exceptions exist, the overall emphasis on recognizable titles suggests a retreat to safer, familiar ground within the industry amidst financial pressures. This focus on nostalgia and past successes, though generating excitement, raises questions about the future of innovation in gaming.
Elijah Wood says upcoming Lord of the Rings movie The Hunt for Gollum feels like "a family reunion," although…
Elijah Wood described returning to play Frodo Baggins in the upcoming film The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum as a "family reunion" with original cast and crew. The film, set to release on December 17, 2027, will focus on Gollum's search for the One Ring after losing it. Wood will have a smaller role, but is excited to reunite with friends and spend time in New Zealand.
The Summer Game Fest showcase showed Japan’s top game-makers racing ever further ahead of the west | Opinion
The Summer Game Fest showcase highlighted a perceived gap between Japanese and Western game development, with Eastern studios generating more enthusiastic crowd reactions. While Chinese and Korean studios were also prominent, Western developers were notably less represented. The event's tone and content, including mature themes, suggested a shift from previous industry showcases.
Among Us Story: On Guard Announced
Innersloth has announced Among Us Story: On Guard, a new story-driven spinoff of the popular social deduction game Among Us. Players will take on the role of a Guard tasked with solving a murder mystery.