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Battlefield 6's newest and largest map is good, but I worry it will end up being nothing more than a curiosity
The upcoming Tsuru Reef map for Battlefield 6, arriving with Season 4, is the game's largest yet and aims to accommodate ground, air, and naval combat. While it offers a vast playground for vehicles and diverse combat scenarios, the article expresses concern that its immense size might lead to it being underutilized, becoming more of a curiosity than a frequently played map.
UK software sales chart for the week ending July 18, 2026 – Tomodachi Life and Pokemon Pokopia lead for Nintendo
The UK software sales chart for the week ending July 18, 2026, shows Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and Pokemon Pokopia holding strong in the top five. Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced leads the chart, followed by EA Sports FC 26 and 007 First Light. New releases are quiet, with Splatoon Raiders anticipated soon.
Battlefield 6 Season 4 Coming: All Details on New Season
Battlefield 6 Season 4, launching July 21, introduces naval combat, a new map called Tsuru Reef, and a Top Gun crossover event. The season will roll out in three phases throughout the summer, adding new weapons, vehicles, and game modes, including Carrier Strike and Gauntlet: Fighter Sweep. The update also includes various gameplay improvements and polish.
Something for the Weekend – 18/07/26
This week's gaming news includes confirmed remasters for Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas, an injury to Ryan Hurst impacting Kratos's portrayal, and an earlier release date for Hot Wheels Infinite Rush. id Software addressed recent layoffs with a positive outlook, while Star Trek: Voyager – Across the Unknown received an expansion pass. Players are experiencing matchmaking issues with Black Ops on PlayStation, and a network test for The Duskbloods is set for August. Several games received reviews, including KAZ (9/10), Beastro (8/10), and Necrophosis Full Consciousness (7/10). New trailers were released for Marvel's Wolverine, Battlefield 6 Season 4, and Zenless Zone Zero 3.1.
Evening Reading - July 17, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading recaps various gaming news items, including updates on Battlefield 6, Elden Ring mods, and The Elder Scrolls 6. Bethesda confirmed remasters for Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas, a new Fallout project with Obsidian, and that Fallout 5 is in pre-production. Konami has revived Metal Gear social accounts, and the Lies of P Complete Edition is heading to Nintendo Switch 2.
Battlefield 6 Drops Gameplay Deep Dive Into Naval Warfare Ahead of Season 4 Release
Battlefield 6 has released a gameplay deep dive focusing on its naval warfare mechanics ahead of Season 4. The new season will introduce two maps, Tsuru Reef and Wake Island, featuring dynamic weather systems that impact gameplay. New weapons and vehicles are also being added to enhance the multiplayer experience.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 17: Epic Games Summer Sale
The Epic Games Store is hosting its annual Summer Sale, featuring discounts on titles like Death Stranding 2: On The Beach and Resident Evil Requiem. Other storefronts like Steam, Humble Store, and Ubisoft are also offering various deals on PC games, including new releases and popular titles. Additionally, Amazon Luna is providing free games for subscribers.
Weekend Console Download Deals for July 17: PlayStation Summer Sale & Xbox Ultimate Game Sale
This weekend offers significant discounts on PlayStation and Xbox digital libraries, with sales like the PlayStation Summer Sale and Xbox Ultimate Game Sale. Notable deals include discounts on Elden Ring Nightreign, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and various first-party and third-party titles across both platforms. Nintendo also has a sale on the Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection.
Award-Winning 2025 PS5 Action Game Half Price on PlayStation Store
Battlefield 6, an award-winning first-person shooter developed by Battlefield Studios, is currently available for half price on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 5. The deal, which offers the game for $34.99, ends on July 30, 2026. The title was a critical and commercial success, selling over seven million units in three days and receiving numerous award nominations.
Battlefield 6 reveals Top Gun collaboration
Battlefield 6 is introducing a collaboration with the Top Gun franchise in its upcoming Season 4 update. This crossover will add F-18/Super Hornet and F-14 Tomcat fighter jets, along with characters voiced by their original actors, including Lt. Bradley “Rooster” Bradshaw and Lt. Robert “Bob” Floyd. The update will also feature two new Top Gun-inspired modes: Carrier Strike and Fighter Sweep, and is set to release on Tuesday, July 21.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
Battlefield 6 is collaborating with Top Gun for a major in-game season. Additionally, Street Fighter 6 is releasing fragrances inspired by character fighting styles.
Battlefield 6 Season 4 finally brings the wet stuff with a side of Top Gun
Battlefield 6's Season 4 update introduces significant new features, including naval warfare with boats and aircraft carriers, and a new map called Tsuru Reef. The update also includes a remake of the classic map Wake Island and a Top Gun collaboration featuring new fighter jets and cosmetics. Additionally, custom lobbies and spectator mode are being added to improve the player experience.
Battlefield 6 is resurrecting a 20-year-old mode for a Top Gun crossover
Battlefield 6 is reintroducing its "Carrier Assault" mode, originally from Battlefield 2142 and later adapted in Battlefield 4, as part of a Top Gun crossover event. This mode tasks players with sinking the enemy's aircraft carrier. The update also includes a new two-seater jet styled after the Top Gun films and a jets-only mission called "Top Gun: Fighter Sweep."
Battlefield 6 to Get Top Gun Crossover in August
Battlefield 6 will feature a crossover event with Top Gun, scheduled to launch in August. This collaboration will bring elements from the popular aviation franchise into the game.
Battlefield 6 is getting an evolved Carrier Assault mode in Season 4, and the Top Gun collab brings more than cosmetics
Battlefield 6's Season 4, launching July 21st on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, will introduce naval combat and a Top Gun collaboration featuring iconic aircraft. The season includes new maps like Tsuru Reef and a remake of Wake Island, along with the return of the Carrier Assault mode, now called Carrier Strike. The update also brings new weapons, quality-of-life features like custom lobbies, and the debut of Spectator mode.
Battlefield 6 Season 4 adds new boats, guns & custom lobbies
Battlefield 6 Season 4, launching next week, introduces new content including the Tsuru Reef map with new sea vehicles like the RGIB and CB90. The season also adds new firearms such as the EF88 assault rifle and the VSSM DMR, with Phase 2 on August 18 bringing the Wake Island map and the Desert Tech HTI sniper rifle. A collaboration with Top Gun will add new vehicles, characters, and modes like Carrier Strike and Fighter Sweep, alongside quality-of-life improvements including spectator mode and custom lobbies.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
Battlefield 6 is set to feature a crossover with Top Gun, a type of collaboration not seen in the series for 21 years. This announcement was made by GameSpot.
Battlefield 6 Is Getting A Feature Not Seen In 21 Years And A Top Gun Crossover
Battlefield 6's upcoming update, version 1.4.1.0, will introduce Season 4: Pacific Front on July 21, featuring a new naval warfare system and the return of two-seater jets not seen since Battlefield 2. The update also includes a new map, Tsuru Reef, the return of Wake Island, new vehicles and weapons, and extensive gameplay and UI adjustments. A Top Gun crossover is also teased in the Season 4 announcement trailer.
Midday Patches
Several games have received recent updates, including Battlefield 6 version 1.4.1.0 and Crimson Desert version 1.14.00, which also introduced cross-save support. Additionally, The Finals received a store update.
Quiz: Klassiker du borde ha spelat
This article presents a quiz challenging readers' knowledge of classic video games. It encourages a look back at influential titles that have shaped genres or were perhaps missed by many. The piece also touches upon various other gaming news and community discussions.
