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UK software sales chart for the week ending June 13, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia back in the top five
EA Sports FC 26 has reclaimed the top spot in the UK software sales chart for the week ending June 13, 2026, driven by World Cup interest. Nintendo's Pokemon Pokopia also re-entered the top five, leading other Nintendo exclusives like Mario Kart World and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream.
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.
GOALS Has Launched With KSI As One Of The Playable Athletes
GOALS, a new free-to-play and cross-platform football game, has launched with influencer KSI as its first playable real-world "Original" athlete. The game aims to provide a pure football experience with unique player generation and advanced netcode technology called SENTEC for lag-free gameplay. GOALS is available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, and PC, with a companion app on iOS and Android.
Football Manager 26: Everything About the New FIFA World Cup 2026 Mode
Football Manager 26 has received a free update introducing a fully licensed FIFA World Cup 2026 game mode. This mode allows players to manage national teams directly, featuring official graphics, reworked scouting, and improved player conditioning. The update integrates seamlessly with existing saves, allowing for continued play after the tournament.
Chase FIFA World Cup 2026™ Glory: International Management arrives in FM26
Sports Interactive has released a major update for Football Manager 26 across all platforms, introducing the 'International Management' feature ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026™. This update includes enhanced squad-building, match preparation training, and for the first time, management of women's national teams. The game also features authentic FIFA World Cup 2026™ broadcast graphics and branding through a new licensing agreement with FIFA.
FM 26 Scouting Guide - Create The Ideal Scouting Network
This guide provides a comprehensive scouting strategy for Football Manager 26, focusing on building both immediate veteran squads and long-term wonderkid networks. It emphasizes using targeted recruitment focuses across global regions and performance-based analytics over attribute ratings alone.
Football Manager 26: International Management & FIFA World Cup Mode Revealed
Sports Interactive has announced that Football Manager 26 will receive a free update on May 26th, introducing a fully licensed FIFA World Cup 2026 mode and an overhauled international management system. This update will be seamlessly integrated into both current and new saves, allowing players to manage national teams and participate in the World Cup with new features like provisional squad selection and improved player discovery.
Football Manager 26 gets international management ahead of FIFA World Cup
Sports Interactive has announced that international management will be added to Football Manager 26 via an update on May 26th, in time for the FIFA World Cup 26. The update will allow players to manage 47 of the 48 qualified international teams, with new features like Provisional Squad selection and improved match preparation. Players will also be able to import saves from Football Manager 23 and Football Manager 24 for international teams.
Sega reports $31.6m net loss during FY26, cancels 'Super Game' project amid strategic pivot
Sega Sammy reported a net loss of $31.6 million for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, impacted by significant impairment losses from its acquisitions of Rovio and Stakelogic. The company is pivoting its strategy, reducing the priority of free-to-play games and reassigning over 100 developers to full game development. The ambitious 'Super Game' project has also been cancelled.
April 2026 PS Plus Extra, Premium Games Available to Download Now
Sony Interactive Entertainment has made eight new games available for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers in April 2026. The lineup includes titles like Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, The Crew Motorfest, and the PS2 classic Wild Arms 4. These games will remain on the service for at least a year, with a separate list of six titles having recently departed.
These 15+ New PS5, PS4, and PS Plus Games Are Coming Out This Week (20th-26th April)
This week sees a variety of new game releases for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, including Vampire Crawlers, Tides of Tomorrow, and Saint Slayer: Spear of Sacrilege. Additionally, several titles are being added to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium tiers, such as Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered and Wild Arms 4.
These 15+ New PS5, PS4, and PS Plus Games Are Coming Out Next Week (20th-26th April)
Over 15 new games are launching for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 between April 20th and 26th, including Vampire Crawlers, Tides of Tomorrow, and Jay and Silent Bob: Chronic Blunt Punch. Additionally, several titles will be available on PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium tiers, such as Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered and The Crew Motorfest.
8 PS Plus Extra, Premium Games for April 2026 Announced
Sony has announced the lineup of games coming to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium in April 2026, available starting April 21st. The selection includes titles like Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, The Crew Motorfest, and Football Manager 26 Console for Extra, alongside classic PS2 title Wild Arms 4 for Premium.
Game Pass Goes Huge – Oblivion, Hades II And COD Arrive While GTA V Leaves
Xbox Game Pass is adding several major titles including Hades II, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. Grand Theft Auto V will be removed from the service. New additions span various genres and platforms, including PC, Xbox Series X|S, and cloud.
The Xbox Game Pass titles for April include Oblivion Remastered, Final Fantasy 4, and one of the best games of 2025
Microsoft has announced the lineup of games coming to Xbox Game Pass in April, featuring 18 titles across various platforms. Highlights include the highly anticipated Hades 2 and The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, alongside Final Fantasy 4 and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. The service will also see the departure of several games, including Grand Theft Auto 5, on April 15.
Xbox Game Pass Adds Hades II, DayZ, Replaced, and More
Microsoft has announced new games coming to Xbox Game Pass in early April, including Hades II, DayZ, Replaced, and Final Fantasy IV. The service will also see the addition of several other titles across various genres, with some games leaving the library on April 15. Specific platforms for each game include PC, Xbox Series X|S, Cloud, Console, and Handheld.
Xbox Game Pass additions for April include Hades 2 and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare
Xbox has announced its Game Pass additions for April, including the highly anticipated Hades 2 and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. Several titles are launching day-one on the service, such as The Thaumaturge and Replaced, while others like Grand Theft Auto V will be removed on April 15.
The Xbox Game Pass list for April is big and includes Hades 2, FBC: Firebreak, Replaced, and more
Microsoft has announced a significant lineup of games coming to Xbox Game Pass in April, including the highly anticipated Hades II, FBC: Firebreak, and Replaced. The list features a mix of new releases and catalog additions across cloud, console, and PC platforms. Several titles are also departing the service on April 15th, including Grand Theft Auto V.
Coming to Xbox Game Pass: Kiln, Hades II, Vampire Crawlers, and More
Xbox Game Pass is adding a variety of games throughout April, including Hades II, Replaced, and Kiln available day one. Other notable additions include Final Fantasy IV, DayZ, Planet Coaster 2, and The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered. Several titles are also scheduled to leave the service on April 15.
New Game Pass Games For April 2026: Hades 2, Kiln, And Vampire Crawlers Headline A Busy Month
Microsoft has announced the lineup of games coming to Xbox Game Pass in April 2026, featuring several day-one releases. Highlights include Hades II, Kiln, Replaced, and Vampire Crawlers. The service will also see the addition of titles like Final Fantasy IV, DayZ, and The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, while some games will depart on April 15.
