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Weekend PC Download Deals for Aug. 7: Steam Cyberpunk Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include a Steam Cyberpunk Fest featuring discounts on titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Deus Ex games. Several storefronts like Epic Games Store, GOG.com, and Humble Bundle are also offering significant sales on various games, with some titles available for free. Additionally, Ubisoft is celebrating 25 years of Ghost Recon with deep discounts and a free trial for Ghost Recon Wildlands.
EA CEO Andrew Wilson's 2026 pay may have been much larger than previously thought
Electronic Arts CEO Andrew Wilson's total compensation for fiscal year 2026 may have been significantly higher than initially reported. While the company reported approximately $39 million, an alternative 'compensation actually paid' metric, which uses year-end stock valuation, suggests a figure closer to $77 million. This discussion arises amidst layoffs and the company's transition to private ownership.
Iron Man to Ark 2: 15 announced games which have disappeared into the ether
This article highlights 15 announced video games that have seemingly disappeared into development hell, with no substantial news or release dates for years. Titles like Star Wars Eclipse, Little Devil Inside, and Beyond Good & Evil 2 are discussed as examples of games stuck in limbo, some technically not cancelled but facing significant development challenges or prolonged silence, raising concerns about their eventual release.
Battlefield 6’s Top Gun Update to Feature Two New Aircraft-Focused Game Modes
Battlefield 6 is releasing its "Top Gun" update on August 18th, introducing aerial combat-focused elements and two new game modes: Carrier Strike and Fighter Sweep. The update also features a collaboration with the Top Gun movie franchise, adding new vehicles and a sniper rifle. Enhancements include an optional ADS Dispersion Crosshair, Airplane Control Assist, and improvements to the Portal editor.
Assassin's Creed Valhalla director returns to Ubisoft to lead the franchise once again
Éric Baptizat, former director for Assassin's Creed Valhalla, has returned to Ubisoft to lead the Assassin's Creed brand. Baptizat previously worked on titles like Assassin's Creed Black Flag and Origins before leaving for Motive Studio. His return comes as Ubisoft navigates leadership changes and rumors surrounding the upcoming title Assassin's Creed Hexe.
Assassin's Creed Valhalla director comes back to Ubisoft to be game director for the entire brand
Eric Baptizat, known for his work as director on Assassin's Creed Valhalla and lead game designer on Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag, has returned to Ubisoft. He will now serve as the game director for the entire Assassin's Creed brand. Baptizat previously left Ubisoft in 2021 to join EA Motive, where he worked on the Dead Space remake and Battlefield 6.
EA has fixed a niche Battlefield 6 issue where some Nvidia GPUs were crashing while changing attachments or 'playing on maps with large bodies of water'
EA has released Battlefield 6 update 1.4.1.5 to address a specific crash issue affecting players with Nvidia GPUs. The problem caused the game to crash when changing attachments, using custom server search, or playing on maps with large bodies of water. This fix is particularly timely with the recent launch of the Tsuru Reef map, which features extensive water areas.
Assassin's Creed Valhalla director makes sudden return to Ubisoft, and will lead the series moving forward
Eric Baptizat, director of Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Black Flag, and Origins, has returned to Ubisoft to lead future development for the Assassin's Creed franchise. He previously worked at Ubisoft for 16 years before directing the Dead Space Remake at Motive Studio. Baptizat's return comes as Ubisoft splits into Ubisoft and Vantage Studios, and ahead of the upcoming game Assassin's Creed Hexe.
EA is now a private company, with stakeholders that include Saudi's PIF and Affinity Partners
Electronic Arts has officially become a private company following a $55 billion buyout, with stakeholders including Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund and Affinity Partners. This deal, the second largest in gaming history, has raised concerns regarding human rights and LGBTQ+ issues due to the nature of some investors. The future of EA's franchises and potential company restructuring remain uncertain.
EA to Cut Costs by $700 Million Annually, Potential Mass Layoffs Inbound – Rumor
Electronic Arts is reportedly planning to cut $700 million in annual costs following its acquisition by the Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners. This move is expected to lead to significant layoffs across the company, despite EA's current financial stability. New investors plan to leverage AI in game development, which could also impact staffing.
EA Has Officially Been Sold, And What Comes Next Could Be Painful
Electronic Arts has been acquired by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund in a $55 billion leveraged buyout, making it the largest LBO in history. The deal has raised concerns about potential layoffs, studio closures, and game cancellations due to the significant debt involved. EA CEO Andrew Wilson will remain in his position, but the company's future financial operations will be less transparent as it moves from public to private ownership.
Morning Patches
Several games have received new updates, including Aether & Iron with version 1.2.105, Battlefield 6 with update 1.4.1.5, The Legend of Khiimori with The Corruption Update, and Star Wars: The Old Republic with Game Update 7.9.1.
There's no single-player video games in the top 20 most played PS5 games in July
Live service and sports games continue to dominate the most played lists on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, with single-player titles absent from the top 20 in July. Fortnite remains the most popular game, with titles like Roblox, Minecraft, and annual sports sequels filling out the charts. Data from Circana analyst Mat Piscatella indicates a strong preference for ongoing multiplayer experiences over traditional offline games.
Live service revenue dominates in EA's last fiscal report ahead of Saudi merger
Electronic Arts reported a 19 percent increase in net revenue to $1.98 billion for its last fiscal quarter as a public company, largely driven by its live service games like EA Sports FC and Apex Legends. This financial report precedes EA's $55 billion merger with an investor consortium including the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund, expected to close on August 4, 2026. Despite strong financial performance, the company has continued to implement layoffs.
PlayStation and Xbox's most played games are, once again, exactly what you expect them to be
Analyst Mat Piscatella revealed that the most played games on PlayStation and Xbox remain dominated by long-running live service titles and annual sports games, with minimal changes year-over-year. Fortnite leads both platforms, followed by a familiar lineup including Roblox, Call of Duty, and Grand Theft Auto 5, with minor variations between the console ecosystems.
Battlefield 6’s Latest Update Fixes Crashes Affecting Nvidia RTX 50-Series GPU Users
EA has released update 1.4.1.5 for Battlefield 6, addressing a GPU driver crash issue that affected players using Nvidia's RTX 50-series graphics cards. The problem, which seemed to occur on maps with large bodies of water, has now been resolved. The update also includes general gameplay reliability improvements and fixes for various other aspects of the game.
Fortnite, Grand Theft Auto 5 Continue to Top PS5, Xbox Series X/S Most-Played Charts in the US
Fortnite and Grand Theft Auto 5 continue to dominate the most-played game charts on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S in the US, according to data from Circana's Mat Piscatella. The lists are largely comprised of long-running live-service titles and annual sports games, with only a few new releases like Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls and Shift at Midnight making brief appearances in the top 20.
Steam Week in Review: Once positioned as mainstream-friendly PC gaming solutions, can Valve's hardware survive the…
Valve's Steam Deck and Steam Machine hardware are facing challenges due to rising component costs, exacerbated by AI data center demand, leading to significant price increases. Despite these issues and a muted reception for the Steam Machine, the Steam Deck continues to appear on Steam's top sellers list, indicating ongoing consumer interest.
EA acquisition set to close on August 4 following approval from required regulatory bodies
Electronic Arts' $55 billion acquisition by a consortium of investors, led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, is set to close on August 4th after receiving approval from all necessary regulatory bodies. The deal, which will see the PIF own over 93.4% of EA, was cleared by the EU Commission with no competition concerns. The article also notes EA's recent financial performance, with net income soaring 81.5% to $461 million, partly attributed to the success of Battlefield 6.
EA aquisition set to close on August 4 following approval from required regulatory bodies
Electronic Arts' $55 billion acquisition by a consortium of investors led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund is set to close on August 4, pending the satisfaction of remaining closing conditions. The European Commission has already cleared the merger, citing limited competition concerns. Despite recent layoffs within the Battlefield division, EA reported significant financial growth, with net income soaring 81.5%.