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Beast of Reincarnation – Why Are Players Divided?
Beast of Reincarnation, Game Freak's latest title, has received a divided reception from critics and players, reflected in its mixed Metascore and Steam ratings. While praised for its art direction and combat potential, criticisms include technical issues, janky cutscenes, camera problems, and a slow start with limited enemy variety. Despite these flaws, the game offers depth in its build customization and narrative progression, though many suggest waiting for patches or a price drop.
Weekend Console Download Deals for July 31: PlayStation Summer Sale Part 2
The PlayStation Summer Sale has entered its second phase, featuring discounts on games like Saros and Ghost of Yotei, alongside first-time deals on Saros and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. The Nintendo eShop also has sales on Bethesda, Capcom, and Annapurna Interactive titles. Xbox Game Pass deals are available for subscribers, and general sales are open to all Xbox users.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 24: Steam Train Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include the Steam Train Fest featuring train-themed games, alongside significant discounts on titles like Resident Evil Requiem, Hades 2, and Red Dead Redemption 2 across various digital storefronts. Several games are also available for free weekends or trials, including Killing Floor 3 and Metal Gear Solid.
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 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.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 26: Steam Summer Sale and friends
Multiple PC gaming storefronts, including Steam, GOG.com, and Epic Games Store, are hosting major summer sales with thousands of deals. Notable discounts are available on titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, DOOM: The Dark Ages, and Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition. Some platforms also offer free titles or additional discounts for subscribers.
Bryce Clark, game director of Poppy Playtime, has played 23,000 hours of Steam games: 'I'm a bit obsessed with…
Bryce Clark, game director for Poppy Playtime, revealed he has accumulated approximately 23,000 hours across his Steam account over 18 years, with Rocket League, Ark: Survival Evolved, and 7 Days to Die being among his most played titles. Clark, who has worked in game development for 20 years, discussed his current gaming habits, including playing multiple games simultaneously to understand market trends and genres, and highlighted The Hunter: Call of the Wild and Subnautica as his comfort games.
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.
EVERYTHING ANNOUNCED AT THE FUTURE GAMES SHOW SUMMER SHOWCASE AND FGS LIVE FROM LOS ANGELES ON JUNE 6, 2026
The Future Games Show Summer Showcase and FGS Live From Los Angeles presented over 40 games, including world premieres and extended gameplay reveals. Highlights included new trailers and announcements for EXODUS, Arizona Sunshine, WARDOGS, ACE COMBAT 8: SKIES UNKNOWN, and Little Nightmares III's 'The Backstage' DLC. Several games received release dates or confirmed upcoming platforms.
PS Store Codes for Free PS5, PS4 Days of Play 2026 Downloads
Sony has released free digital avatars for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 players as part of the Days of Play 2026 event. These avatars, inspired by indie titles like Baby Steps, Cairn, and Lumines Arise, are available via specific PlayStation Store codes for different regions. The Days of Play sale and other promotions are ongoing until June 10.
Cairn free DLC reveals new Free Roam mode
The Game Bakers announced that their indie climbing game Cairn will receive its first DLC, titled 'On the Trail,' in summer 2026. This DLC will be free and introduce a new 'Free Roam' mode for practice, along with new climbing spots and water soloing mechanics. Cairn is available on PC and PlayStation 5.
Demos and Freebies
Cairn is a new survival-climber game from the creators of Furi and Haven, available on Steam for Windows. Players must carefully plan their routes and manage climbing gear to reach an unprecedented summit.
PlayStation Offers Free PSN Avatars with This Download Code
Sony is offering free indie-themed PlayStation Network avatars for PS5 and PS4 users as part of the 2026 Days of Play promotion. Players can redeem these avatars for Baby Steps, Cairn, and Lumines Arise by entering specific regional download codes on the PlayStation Store. This promotion is one of several offers available during Days of Play, including sales and PlayStation Plus trials.
Summer Game Fest 2026 date and times - plus State of Play, Nintendo, and more
Summer Game Fest 2026 will kick off with Sony's State of Play on June 2nd, featuring Marvel's Wolverine, followed by the main Summer Game Fest showcase on June 5th. Microsoft's Xbox Games Showcase is scheduled for June 7th, with Nintendo's Direct expected mid-June. The event season also includes various other showcases like the Women-Led Games Showcase, Access-Ability Summer Showcase, and the PC Gaming Show.
Hit Indie Climbing Sim Cairn Gets Unique TShirts Based On Your Climb
The indie climbing game Cairn is now offering unique T-shirts that commemorate players' individual climbs up the mountain. After reaching the summit, players can generate data from their save file to create a shirt displaying their ascent path, climb time, falls, and deaths. These 100% organic shirts cost approximately $48 and are made by Teemill.
Cairn update lets you create custom shirts while waiting for upcoming DLC
Cairn has released an update allowing players to create custom shirts featuring their in-game climbing routes and statistics. This feature serves as a distraction while players await the upcoming free DLC, "On The Trail," which will expand the game to new seaside environments in Winter 2026. The custom shirts are an expensive merchandise option for dedicated fans.
Cairn revolutionizes bragging rights, lets you print a shirt showing your playthrough ascent from an in-game menu
The climbing game Cairn has introduced a new feature allowing players to print a t-shirt showcasing their completed in-game ascent. This feature is available in the 'Extra' section of the game menu after a player has successfully reached the summit of Mount Kami. Cairn, developed by The Game Bakers, was released in February and has sold 500,000 copies, with free DLC planned for summer.
The Earth Appreciation Festival Showcase returns April 17, featuring announcements and trailers from over 30 games!
The Earth Appreciation Festival, a Steam sale celebrating nature and eco-dystopian themes, returns from April 17th to April 24th. A showcase event on April 17th will feature announcements and trailers from over 30 participating games, hosted by content creator Simon Clark. This year's event also partners with Cool Earth to raise funds for rainforest protection.
Triple-i Initiative Showcase had some really incredible announcements - a roundup
The Triple-i Initiative Showcase featured numerous announcements for indie games, including new reveals, release dates, and DLC. Several titles like Alabaster Dawn, Alkahest, and Away Team were highlighted, with many set to enter Early Access or launch in the coming months. The showcase also included updates for existing games such as Barotrauma and Brotato.
Pragmata Is Being Hailed As An Early GOTY Contender
Reviews for Capcom's new IP, Pragmata, have been released, with many hailing it as a potential Game of the Year contender for 2026. The game blends third-person action with hacking elements and a heartfelt story, earning a "generally favorable" Metascore of 85. Pragmata is set to launch on April 17 for PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and Xbox Series X|S.
