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The new open-world RPG climbing Steam is the biggest surprise since Crimson Desert: huge, pretty, and only $30
DragonSword: Awakening, an open-world action RPG from developer Hound13, has launched on Steam to positive reviews, achieving 90% positive feedback after over 4,600 player reviews. Despite a complicated development history involving publisher disputes and a last-minute delay, the game is praised for its premium pricing model, avoiding gacha mechanics, and offering a vast amount of content for $30. It has seen strong concurrent player numbers on Steam, running on Unreal Engine 5.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – July 26, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves continue to lead
The latest Famitsu's most wanted games chart, based on reader votes from July 8-14, shows Pokemon Winds and Waves leading with nearly 600 votes. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake climbed to fourth place. Pokemon Winds and Waves are slated for a 2027 release.
Honkai: Nexus Anima is a fun creature collector with an incomprehensible story
Honkai: Nexus Anima offers a fun creature-collecting experience with Teamfight Tactics-style auto battles, but its story is incomprehensible and disconnected from the game's bright aesthetic. While the gameplay loop of collecting and battling is engaging, the lack of mechanical depth and a confusing narrative may hinder long-term investment for players.
After years of failed MMO efforts, I have finally found my place in the genre with Warframe as a newcomer in 2026
A newcomer to the MMO genre finds a satisfying experience in Digital Extremes' Warframe, despite initial reservations about the genre's endless nature. The author contrasts Warframe's power fantasy and engaging combat with other MMOs like World of Warcraft and Final Fantasy 14, and expresses excitement for the developer's upcoming title, Soulframe.
University of Silicon Valley is offering gaming scholarships
The University of Silicon Valley is introducing new gaming scholarships, offering up to $15,000 annually to prospective students. These scholarships, divided into 'Legendary' and 'Mastery' tiers, recognize transferable skills like discipline and problem-solving developed through gaming achievements in titles such as Runescape, Dark Souls, and Beat Saber. The program aims to acknowledge completionists and has a history of supporting esports.
Genshin Impact confirms next wave of free 5-star constellations: To Temper Thyself and Journey Far event restarts August…
Genshin Impact's 'To Temper Thyself and Journey Far' event, which allows players to earn free 5-star character constellations, will begin its fifth cycle on August 10. This event, lasting 12 weeks per cycle, allows players to obtain constellations for owned 5-star characters by completing in-game tasks. The upcoming cycle coincides with the potential release of update 7.0 and the Snezhnaya region, raising questions about potential additions or changes to the character rotation.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – July 12, 2026 – Final Fantasy Resonance makes first appearance, Zelda in the top 10
The latest Famitsu's most wanted games chart reveals new entries and rising popularity. Final Fantasy Resonance debuts on Nintendo Switch 2, while Zelda: Ocarina of Time climbs into the top ten. The rankings are based on reader votes cast between June 24 and June 30.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – July 5, 2026 – Xenoblade Genesis makes first appearance, Zelda moves up
Famitsu's latest most wanted games chart reveals Xenoblade Genesis making its debut, while The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time climbs the rankings. Pokemon Winds and Waves maintain their usual lead in reader votes. The chart reflects Japanese gamers' anticipation for upcoming titles, with new entries appearing following recent summer showcases.
MMO Week in Review: EverQuest rising
This week's MMO news roundup highlights the resurgence of the EverQuest franchise with EverQuest Legends entering paid beta and expansions teased for EverQuest and EverQuest II. Other major stories include the implosion of DreamWorld, potential layoffs at Blizzard and Bethesda, and Sony's shutdown of PS3 and PS Vita storefronts. The article also covers updates and news from various other MMOs like Elder Scrolls Online, Conan Exiles, and Valheim.
Epic Games CEO says "Steam charges such high fees" that companies like Genshin Impact maker MiHoYo "find it more profitable to go it alone," fans remind him MiHoYo has multiple games on Steam
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney stated that Steam's high fees make it more profitable for major companies like MiHoYo to distribute their games independently. This claim was met with a community note clarifying that MiHoYo has a growing presence on Steam, recently releasing Zenless Zone Zero and potentially planning a Steam launch for Genshin Impact.
Genshin Impact sends players to the moon and back with this week’s Luna VIII update
Genshin Impact's latest update, Sunny Summer Fontinalia, introduces a new event story featuring the return of Sandrone as a playable character. Players will embark on a journey to the moon, exploring a vast new region with unique sights and a space station.
Behold my range of handmade Steam Machine faceplates: tasteful fan-covering, on the cheap
This article provides a humorous guide on how to create custom, low-cost faceplates for the Steam Machine using common household items like paper plates, seaweed, tote bags, and popcorn bags. It contrasts these DIY solutions with more expensive third-party options and offers creative suggestions for alternative labels for a learner plate.
Ugreen's new Honkai: Star Rail collab is filled with cute accessories that are perfect for mobile gamers
Accessory maker Ugreen has launched a new collection of Honkai: Star Rail themed products, including power banks, chargers, and a location tracker, inspired by the character Yao Guang. These items are designed for mobile gamers and are available through Amazon and TikTok Shop, with a limited edition gift box also offered.
Genshin Impact Luna VIII update and Sandrone release countdown: Exact date and time
Genshin Impact players are anticipating the Luna VIII update and the release of Sandrone. The article serves as a countdown, indicating the exact date and time for these upcoming additions to the game.
Valve has "a nice thing going on on PC," Epic Games boss Tim Sweeney says, but "they're missing out on a lot of opportunity" without the likes of Fortnite and Genshin Impact
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney believes Valve's Steam platform is missing significant opportunities by not including popular games like Fortnite and Genshin Impact. He argues that Steam's closed ecosystem limits its reach compared to more open platforms like the Epic Games Store and Microsoft Store, suggesting Valve could benefit from a more collaborative approach to digital distribution on PC.
Star Fox voice actors & cast
This article details the English voice cast for the upcoming 2026 remake of Star Fox 64. It lists the actors responsible for voicing key characters such as Fox, Falco, Peppy, Slippy, ROB64, Wolf, Pigma, Leon, James, and Dr. Andross, alongside their other notable roles in various games.
Nintendo announces English voice cast for Star Fox on Switch 2
Nintendo has announced the English voice cast for the newly released Star Fox on Nintendo Switch 2. Hunter McCoy voices the titular character Fox McCloud, having previously worked on Genshin Impact and various anime. The game is receiving encouraging reviews following its launch.
From Arcade Tokens to Loot Boxes: How Casinos Wrote the Rules of Modern Gaming
This article analyzes how casino design principles, from arcade tokens to modern loot boxes, have influenced contemporary video game mechanics and user experience. It highlights the evolution of reward structures, visual presentation, and feedback systems, drawing parallels between casino games and titles like Red Dead Redemption 2, The Witcher 3, and Genshin Impact. The piece emphasizes the shared pursuit of engaging and accessible player experiences across both industries.
Genshin Impact creator miHoYo has released an AI companion on Steam, an eternal student cursed to never obtain her piano…
Genshin Impact developer miHoYo has launched an AI chatbot companion named BSide: Olivia Lin on Steam in China, marking an early application of its significant investment in AI technology. The company is also integrating AI into upcoming titles like Petit Planet and Genesis, and is reportedly hiring artists experienced with generative AI for Honkai: Nexus Anima.
Genshin Impact is taking players to the moon and inviting them to a ship-borne film festival on July 1
Genshin Impact's July 1 update will introduce a new moon exploration area featuring ancient ruins and a space station, alongside a side story involving a film festival aboard the ship Wingalet. The update also includes a new character, Sandrone, who utilizes cryo and electro reactions and can command a robot, as well as enhancements to the player-generated content platform, Miliastra Wonderland.