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What are we all playing this weekend?
Several members of the RPS team shared their weekend gaming plans, with some playing early access titles like Hard Void and an unnamed embargoed game, while others are enjoying puzzlers like Big Walk or racing simulators such as Dirt Rally 2.0. Some staff are taking a break from games for BBQs and holidays.
Morning Gatherings and Events
The 2026 Space Beach Party in-game event for Deep Rock Galactic is now live. This seasonal event brings new activities and content for players to enjoy.
Evening Crowdfunding
Ghost Ship and Heroic Replicas LTD have launched a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter for Deep Rock Galactic merchandise, including a metal pickaxe replica and other delving gear. This initiative aims to bring items inspired by the game's world to fans.
PowerA LucidSound LS500/P review
The PowerA LucidSound LS500/P gaming headset offers great audio quality and comfort for its affordable price of under $70 USD. While its plastic construction feels somewhat cheap and the microphone is only adequate for basic chat, it excels in delivering a lightweight, long-lasting listening experience suitable for extended gaming sessions on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox.
Far Far West developer Q&A: "Like with pretty much everything we do, we just went with a vibe"
In an interview, Arnaud Petit from developer Evil Raptor discusses the creation of their co-op shooter Far Far West, highlighting the team's iterative process and focus on fun gameplay. The game evolved from tower defense and linear mission structures to its current replayable loop, incorporating player feedback. Petit also touches on the unique techno-banjo soundtrack and inspirations from other co-op titles.
XBOX and Meta: More Ways to Enjoy XBOX Game Pass
Xbox and Meta are expanding their partnership, integrating a starter edition of Xbox Game Pass into the Meta Horizon+ subscription. Eligible Meta Horizon+ subscribers will now receive access to over 50 games, 10 hours of cloud gaming monthly, and rewards. This builds upon existing access to Xbox and Game Pass on Meta Quest devices.
The Best Indie Of 2026 Blends Deep Rock Galactic And Red Dead Redemption For A Chaotic Co-Op Experience
Far Far West blends the co-op gameplay of Deep Rock Galactic with a supernatural Wild West theme, offering chaotic bounty-hunting expeditions. Players earn gold and souls to strengthen characters and unlock new weapons and abilities, with magic combos adding depth to the gunplay. The game captures the spirit of Deep Rock Galactic while offering a distinct action-focused experience, making it a standout indie title even in early access.
Safe Gaming Guide for Adults: Anti-Toxicity in 2026 | TAG
This guide offers strategies for adult gamers to combat online toxicity and improve their gaming experience. It introduces TAG's safety score for rating games based on community health and provides platform-specific tools for managing communication and blocking players. The article emphasizes the benefits of private lobbies, playing with trusted friends, and seeking out positive communities to mitigate the negative impacts of toxic online environments.
Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core Interview – Timer Mechanics, Roguelite Structure, Lore, And More
Ghost Ship Games marketing manager Aaron Hathaway discusses Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core's surprising player reception to its roguelite structure and timer mechanics. He explains that Rogue Core will receive smaller, interval-based updates rather than a seasonal model, and that the game is intended to be more challenging than Deep Rock Galactic. Hathaway also touches on the game's lore, potential console versions, and the ongoing optimization efforts for PC and Steam Deck.
Live Service Games for Busy Adults: The 2026 Ranking | TAG
This article ranks live service games based on their suitability for players with limited time, evaluating factors like return friendliness, session flexibility, FOMO pressure, and catch-up cost. Deep Rock Galactic and Helldivers 2 are highlighted as the most casual-friendly options, while games like Destiny 2 and ranked Apex Legends are deemed unsuitable for adult schedules due to their punishing nature for irregular play and aggressive battle pass systems.
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 Console Download Deals for July 3: Nintendo Summer Sale continues
Nintendo's Summer Sale continues for another week, featuring discounts on first-party titles like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity. Various digital deals are also available across PlayStation and Xbox platforms, including PlayStation Plus member exclusives and Xbox Game Pass discounts.
FLASK’s first playable demo lands on Steam, offering a new take on set bonuses, companions and deck building
The roguelike deckbuilder FLASK, developed by Chop Chop Games and published by Ghost Ship Publishing, has released its first playable demo on Steam for PC and Mac. The demo offers a substantial portion of the game, excluding meta-progression, and introduces new features like companions, PvP, and a refined flask system. This release follows the game's initial appearance at Gamescom 2025 and aims to gather community feedback.
Weekend Console Download Deals for June 19: Dispatch your wallets
This article highlights various digital game sales available on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch for the weekend of June 19. It features discounts on a wide range of titles, including notable games like Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition, Dave the Diver, and Grand Theft Auto 5, across different storefronts and subscription services.
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.
Goblin Company | One week to launch, pricing revealed and demo closing soon
Goblin Company, a co-op mining survival game from BitBorne Studio, is set to launch on June 12, 2026, for $9.99 with a 20% launch discount. The game's demo will close on launch day, and over 75,000 players have wishlisted the title. The game features destructible environments, rail network building, and survival elements, with a comparison drawn to Deep Rock Galactic.
Rome has fallen and the gods are missing. Lead the rebuilding effort in new survival game Romestead
The co-op survival crafting game Romestead has launched in Early Access on Steam, developed by Beartwigs and published by Three Friends. The game tasks players with rebuilding civilization after the fall of Ancient Rome, featuring resource management, combat against various enemies, and a mechanic to reconnect with the gods. The developers plan for an early access period of one to two years, with future updates including more biomes, bosses, and features.
Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core Early Access Review – No, No, Dig Up
Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core, a spin-off from Ghost Ship Games, attempts to blend the original's co-op mining shooter gameplay with roguelite elements. While it features familiar weapons and enemies, the developer insists on a different vibe, focusing on a squad of operatives sent to reclaim a darkened planet. The review highlights issues with the roguelite structure's implementation in co-op, particularly regarding upgrade distribution and the timed nature of runs, suggesting the game needs further refinement during its early access period.
Long-Distance Couples Gaming: 7 Voice-Call Picks | TAG
This guide recommends seven games suitable for long-distance couples who communicate via voice calls, focusing on titles that facilitate shared experiences despite geographical separation. The selections range from asynchronous games like Stardew Valley and Minecraft to more structured co-op experiences such as It Takes Two and Helldivers 2, all supporting cross-platform play and voice chat.
Rogue Core proves Deep Rock Galactic is the most malleable game of all time as it continues the dwarves' monopoly…
Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core has launched into early access, offering a roguelike twist on the popular cooperative horde shooter formula. Developer Ghost Ship Games has a proven track record of evolving its games, as seen with Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor, suggesting Rogue Core will also see significant expansion and iteration over time. The game is playable on PC and handhelds like the ASUS ROG Ally.