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Fortnite's Next Season, Runners, Will Be Revealed At SGF 2026 By Ben Starr
Epic Games announced that Ben Starr, the voice of Fortnite's The Visitor, will host the gameplay reveal for the upcoming season, Chapter 7 Season 3, subtitled 'Runners'. The full reveal will take place during the Summer Game Fest Live on Friday, June 5, at 5:00 p.m. EST.
PlayStation Store: May 2026’s top downloads
The PlayStation Store has revealed the top downloaded games for May 2026 across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation VR2. "007 First Light" led the charts in both US/Canada and EU for PS5, while "I Am Cat" dominated the PS VR2 charts. The lists also feature popular titles like "Grand Theft Auto V," "Minecraft," and various free-to-play games such as "Fortnite" and "Roblox."
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3 start date
Fortnite's next season, titled Runners, is set to begin soon. The article provides information on the start date for Chapter 7 Season 3.
Kids might not be able to talk on Fortnite or Roblox anymore, as UK government moves to stop chatting in games
The UK government is considering banning children from using voice chat in online games like Fortnite and Roblox to prevent them from talking to strangers. This potential measure is part of the broader Online Safety Act, aimed at protecting young people online. Online Safety Minister Kanishka Narayan and Children's Commissioner Rachel de Souza have expressed support for such restrictions, citing concerns about children's safety on gaming platforms.
The Simpsons Boss Says Monopoly Go Crossover Wasn’t Meant To Be A “Butt-Kissy” Brand Deal
The Simpsons executive producer Matt Selman discussed the recent crossover event with the mobile game Monopoly Go, emphasizing that the collaboration was designed to be subversive and "Simpsons-y" rather than a simple brand deal. He noted that developer Scopely took the feedback to heart, creating a narrative-driven experience that feels authentic to the show's spirit. Selman also expressed hope for a potential remaster of the cult-classic game The Simpsons: Hit & Run.
Issues and Activism
Fortnite players are divided over the inclusion of a controversial streamer, leading to a significant toxic backlash within the community. This situation highlights ongoing issues with online behavior and community management in popular games.
UK May Place Heavy Social Restrictions On Games Targeted Towards Kids
The United Kingdom is considering significant social restrictions on games popular with children, such as Roblox, Fortnite, and Minecraft, as part of a potential online safety bill. Online safety minister Kanishka Narayan suggested a ban on children interacting with strangers in online games could be implemented. The government is reportedly examining Australia's child social media ban as a model, though no formal decision has been made.
Fortnite’s Next Battle Pass Comes With Game’s Horniest Skin Ever
Fortnite's upcoming Chapter 7 Season 3 battle pass will feature a new female skin with a more revealing design than previously seen in the game. This follows a trend of Epic Games loosening its standards for character appearances, notably with the release of Kim Kardashian skins. The article speculates this new skin will be highly visible due to the game's audience.
Fortnite Fans Are at War Over a Controversial Streamer's Inclusion, and the Toxic Backlash It's Created
Fortnite players are engaged in a conflict over the inclusion of a controversial streamer in the game's upcoming season. This decision has sparked a toxic backlash within the battle royale community.
AMD Wants You To Keep Using Your Old Hardware For A Lot Longer
AMD is focusing on extending the lifespan of existing PC hardware as a business strategy due to rising costs. The company is re-releasing the popular AM4 CPU, the 5800X3D, and introducing the new AM5 CPU, the 7700X3D, while committing to support the AM5 platform until 2029.
UK social media ban could impact video game platforms
UK online safety minister Kanishka Narayan is considering extending a potential social media ban for children to video game platforms, citing concerns about online interactions between minors and adults. This discussion comes as the UK government explores policies to protect young people online, with specific worries raised about features in games like Roblox and Fortnite that allow user-to-user communication. Officials are weighing the effectiveness and potential harms of such restrictions, drawing parallels to Australia's social media ban.
This Open-World Monster-Taming RPG Wants To Be Your Next Endless Adventure
The open-world monster-taming RPG Tomo: Endless Blue has released a new "director's cut" trailer showcasing more gameplay and music. Developed by Onibi, a studio with veterans from games like Fallguys and Fortnite, the game features procedurally generated voxel worlds, monster-taming, sandbox creativity, and multiplayer exploration. The project has surpassed its Kickstarter goal, with stretch goals including cosmetic hats for player companions.
Bloober Team's Cronos: Lazarus Leaks Ahead of This Week's Showcases
Bloober Team's upcoming content, potentially titled Cronos: Lazarus, has leaked ahead of official announcements. The title appeared in an IGN article, suggesting it could be a new game or DLC for Cronos: The New Dawn. Further details are expected during Summer Game Fest showcases this week.
UK considering banning kids from speaking to strangers in Fortnite and Roblox
The UK government is considering new regulations that could ban children from speaking with strangers on gaming platforms like Fortnite and Roblox as part of a broader social media safety initiative. Online safety minister Kanishka Narayan stated that 'stranger pairing' on gaming platforms is a significant concern. While specific measures are unclear, the proposals aim to protect young people from potential online harms.
Nvidia's working with all the anti-cheat vendors to make competive games work on RTX Spark and WoA… just…
Nvidia is collaborating with anti-cheat vendors to ensure competitive games function on its new RTX Spark chips for Windows on Arm. This initiative aims to address a key barrier for Linux gaming by improving compatibility with major anti-cheat software like Easy Anti-Cheat, BattlEye, and Denuvo. Nvidia expects to announce further game support in the coming months.
Not just for AI agents: Nvidia's RTX Spark means Arm-powered laptops for gamers, too, promising 100 fps at 1440p in…
Nvidia has officially unveiled its RTX Spark System on a Chip (SoC), codenamed N1X, which integrates MediaTek Arm CPU cores with Nvidia GPU cores for laptops and mini PCs. The RTX Spark lineup aims to offer configurations ranging from 16GB to 128GB of memory, promising high performance with efficient power consumption. Nvidia is working with developers to ensure compatibility with Windows on Arm and support for anti-cheat software for popular games like Fortnite and VALORANT.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream was April 2026's best-selling game in the US
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream was the best-selling game in the US in April 2026, generating over $41 million. Pragmata and Crimson Desert followed in second and third place, respectively. The report also noted growth in console and subscription spending, with Fortnite leading in monthly players.
Cozy pixel city builder Papaya Plaza announced
Weekend Games and Biscuit Factory Games have announced Papaya Plaza, a cozy pixel art city builder for Windows PC. While no release date has been set, a demo is available. The game features laidback city-building gameplay with hundreds of customization options and aims for a 5-Star town rank.
A toast to the wild west weirdos of the MMO goldrush—from the game that unleashed pandora's lootbox, to a deeply strange mess based off a 1996 science fiction novel
This article reflects on the unique and often strange MMOs from the genre's goldrush era between 2005-2015, highlighting games like Zhengtu Online, which pioneered lootboxes, and The Matrix Online, an ambitious early example of live service elements. It contrasts these experimental titles with the more risk-averse nature of modern game development, suggesting that such creative and peculiar games are unlikely to emerge today.
How to damage Dark Voyager in Fortnite
This guide details how to damage the Dark Voyager boss in Fortnite to complete a weekly quest. It outlines potential spawn locations for the Dark Voyager, which can be found at the Dark Dominion POI or other marked areas, and advises players to use headshots and maintain movement to deal the required 500 damage.
