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Weekend Console Download Deals for Aug. 21: Catching up with Black Myth: Wukong
This weekend's console deals include significant discounts on Black Myth: Wukong for PlayStation and Xbox. Nintendo Switch owners can find deals on Sega titles, Dispatch, and BALL x PIT. Numerous other games across various genres are also on sale for PlayStation and Xbox platforms.
Game Subscriptions You Might Secretly Already Have
This article explores how consumers might already have access to game subscriptions through services they already use, beyond typical gaming platforms like Xbox Game Pass or PlayStation Plus. It highlights offerings from Netflix, The New York Times, Rockstar's GTA+, Amazon Luna, and Epic Games Store's free weekly titles, detailing the types of games available through each.
Evening Reading - August 14, 2026
This week's gaming news roundup includes updates on Total War: Warhammer 3, a review of Madden NFL 27, and the opening of 2K's Small Axe Studios. Compulsion Games has removed Xbox as the publisher for South of Midnight on Steam, while Kingdom Hearts 4 is slated for a late 2027 release with an animated series coming to Disney+. The article also highlights new features for The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered on Nintendo Switch and mentions upcoming content for Modern Warfare 4.
Striking Open-World PS4 Game Is 75% Off on PlayStation Store With Cheap DLC
Batman: Arkham Knight is currently available for 75% off on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. The game's Season Pass, which includes various DLC packs with additional story missions and characters, is also heavily discounted. The critically acclaimed action-adventure game, developed by Rocksteady Studios, features an expanded open-world Gotham City and the introduction of the driveable Batmobile.
Batman: Arkham Asylum Marked the End of the ‘Sh*tty Licensed Game’ Era
Batman: Arkham Asylum is highlighted as a pivotal game that redefined the era of licensed video games and developer Rocksteady Studios. The article reflects on how the game's success marked an end to the prevalence of poorly received licensed titles.
Marvel’s Wolverine Is Doing the Smart Thing by Avoiding Open World
This article argues that Insomniac Games' decision to make Marvel's Wolverine a linear experience rather than an open world is a smart choice that plays to the character's strengths. The author believes a more focused design will allow for more intimate storytelling, better combat encounters, and more authentic traversal, avoiding the pitfalls of repetitive open-world design.
Embrace the great Tech Pause
The article advocates for a 'Tech Pause,' encouraging gamers to appreciate existing hardware rather than constantly chasing the latest expensive technology. It highlights the stagnation in GPU improvements and the rising costs of PCs and consoles, suggesting that older hardware is still capable of playing a vast library of games, including many new releases. The piece also celebrates the advancements in emulation and PC handhelds as more accessible and rewarding avenues for gaming.
UK software sales chart for the week ending August 1, 2026 – Splatoon Raiders holds on strong, physical Xenoblade 1 for Nintendo Switch 2 debuts
The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending August 1, 2026, shows Splatoon Raiders holding strong at number two. The physical release of Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition debuted at number sixteen.
Nexus Mods Wants To Replace Modding Frustration With One-Click Simplicity
Nexus Mods, led by Victor Folmann, plans to overhaul its platform to simplify the modding process for PC games. The site aims to move away from treating mods as simple files and instead manage them as complex systems, making installation and maintenance easier for users. This initiative seeks to reduce user frustration and improve the overall modding experience, drawing inspiration from services like Spotify for ease of use and GitHub for powerful toolsets.
UK software sales chart for the week ending July 25, 2026 – Splatoon Raiders immediately hits #1
Splatoon Raiders debuted at number one on the UK software sales chart for the week ending July 25, 2026. Several other Nintendo titles, including Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and Pokemon Pokopia, also charted well. The list features a wide range of games from various publishers.
Videogame villains who sing at you are the best
This article discusses the trend of villains singing in video games, highlighting examples from various titles like Middle-earth: Shadow of War, Hades II, and Baldur's Gate 3. It argues that unexpected musical numbers from antagonists can be more engaging than traditional monologues, making them memorable and impactful.
Clayface star Tom Rhys Harries was inspired by the Arkham games' "effective and psychologically jarring"…
Tom Rhys Harries, who plays Matt Hagen in the upcoming DCU film Clayface, revealed that the Batman Arkham games, particularly Arkham Asylum's depiction of the character, served as inspiration for his portrayal. Harries noted the games' effective and psychologically jarring take on the villain, despite Clayface having a more prominent role in Arkham City. The film is described as a body horror and psychological thriller, aiming to expand the tonal range of the DC Universe.
Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever for Fantasy Life i, Venba, Worms Armageddon, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is featuring new sales, including the lowest prices ever for titles like Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time, Venba, and Worms Armageddon. The article lists numerous other discounted games available for purchase.
Hack And Bash: How 007 First Light Mixes High-Tech Gadgets With Old-School Brawling
007 First Light distinguishes itself by focusing on physical brawling combat over traditional shooting, reflecting Bond's origin story. Senior combat designer Tom Marcham explains how the team drew inspiration from Daniel Craig's movies and martial arts games like Sifu and Sleeping Dogs to create a grounded, improvisational fighting system. The game also balances stealth, shooting, and melee, with inspirations from titles like Batman: Arkham Asylum and Vanquish, aiming for broad accessibility.
17 years later, Batman: Arkham Asylum is still the best game for Batman fans
Seventeen years after its release, Batman: Arkham Asylum remains a standout title for Batman fans due to its deep lore integration and numerous references to obscure characters and comic book history. Developed by Rocksteady Studios, the game successfully immersed players in Gotham City, offering a comprehensive experience that celebrated the Batman universe beyond just the main hero.
"Half the game is in the player's imagination": Batman Arkham Knight fan-favorite detail is actually a 12-year-old bug, Rocksteady veteran reveals
A former Rocksteady Studios programmer, Aadit Doshi, revealed that a long-standing fan observation in Batman: Arkham Knight, where Robin mimics Batman's crouch but Batman doesn't reciprocate for Robin, is actually a bug and not an intentional design choice. Doshi shared this information, which was confirmed by a manager who worked on the system, suggesting that the perceived intentionality of the interaction added to the game's charm.
The two best years in video game history were both in the 2010s - Reader's Feature
A reader argues that 2011 and 2013 were the best years in video game history, citing a high volume of quality releases and industry-shifting console launches. The article details numerous significant titles from both years, including The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword, Skyrim, The Last of Us, and Grand Theft Auto 5, alongside the debut of the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 638
Several IGN staff members share their weekend gaming plans, with titles like Batman: Arkham Knight, Immortals of Aveum, Assassin's Creed: Black Flag, and Castlevania: Symphony of the Night being played. The article also touches on the 11-year anniversary of Sony's 2015 E3 press conference.
These top-rated Lego sets are the ones that you should prioritize this Prime Day
This article highlights top-rated Lego sets that are expected to be discounted during Prime Day. It mentions specific sets like Minas Tirith and Arkham Asylum, and advises readers to keep an eye out for deals on these highly-rated kits.
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight features the hero's iconic actor from 1992, confirms dev: "I'm glad someone finally discovered the use of Kevin Conroy's voice"
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight features a voice cameo from the late Kevin Conroy, the iconic voice actor for Batman. The archival audio of Conroy is used for PA announcements within the Arkham Asylum level, serving as a tribute to his extensive work as the character. The game also includes nods to Adam West and other Batman media.
