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Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continuesThe 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.
"We are profoundly disappointed by Sony's decision" – Game companies express dismay at the end of PlayStation disc productionSony plans to cease production of new PlayStation game discs by January 2028, shifting to an all-digital model and closing older digital storefronts. This decision has drawn criticism from various game companies and preservationists who view physical media as crucial for ownership, preservation, and consumer choice.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 19: GOG.com Summer SaleThis weekend's PC gaming deals include GOG.com's Summer Sale featuring discounts on titles like Hollow Knight Silksong and Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition. Steam and Epic Games Store also have various sales, with free games available on Epic Games Store and Amazon Luna. Humble Bundle offers several game bundles for different price tiers.
Why so many game developers don't want to use generative AIMany game developers express strong reservations about using generative AI, citing ethical concerns, environmental impact, copyright issues, and job security risks. Despite some executives championing AI as a tool for efficiency, a significant portion of the industry views it as unproven, potentially harmful to creativity, and undesirable by players.
Dave the Diver becomes a real boy in this new live-action trailer for the upcoming In the Jungle DLCA new live-action trailer has been released for Dave the Diver's upcoming 'In the Jungle' DLC, launching on June 18. The trailer showcases new gameplay elements including photography, rhythm games, and combat against jungle creatures, alongside land-based activities and relationship building reminiscent of Stardew Valley. The DLC will introduce the new Utara Lake area with mangrove trees and sunken ruins.- Daily Video Game Deals May 19 – Starship Troopers: Extermination, SOUTH PARK – SNOW DAY!, The Rogue Prince of Persia, ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN & MoreDaily video game deals for May 19th include discounts on Starship Troopers: Extermination, South Park: Snow Day!, The Rogue Prince of Persia, and Elden Ring: Nightreign. These deals are available across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Video codecs are a nightmare for game developers, but there's no solution in sightVideo codecs present a significant and persistent challenge for game developers, with no easy solutions in sight. Developers like Sam Barlow and Remy Siu highlight the complexities of compressing and decompressing video for games, especially for multi-platform releases and full-motion video content. Issues range from cutscenes not appearing on certain platforms to the sheer volume of work required to optimize video for different hardware, leading to painful development cycles and limitations on creative possibilities.- Daily Video Game Deals May 7 – Red Dead Redemption, Monster Hunter Wilds, Harvest Moon: Mad Dash, Yakuza 0: Director’s Cut & MoreDaily video game deals for May 7th include discounts on Red Dead Redemption, Monster Hunter Wilds, Harvest Moon: Mad Dash, and Yakuza 0: Director's Cut. These deals are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC platforms.
12 Games You Can Actually Finish Under 30 Hours (2026) | TAGThis article highlights 12 games that can be completed in under 30 hours, with many falling under 10 hours, emphasizing that their short length is by design rather than due to cut content. The list includes titles like A Short Hike, Firewatch, Stray, and Outer Wilds, categorized by playtime and offering a solution for players struggling with large backlogs.- Daily Video Game Deals Apr 17 – Lil Gator Game: Gator of the Year, Wars: The Skywalker Saga – Currently Under $20 at the Time of This Posting via Amazon, MindsEye, IMMORTALITY, Let’s Sing 2026 + 2 Mics, Loop8: Summer of Gods & MoreDaily video game deals for April 17, 2026, include significant discounts on titles such as Lil Gator Game: Gator of the Year, LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, and IMMORTALITY across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Several other games are also available at reduced prices via Amazon and other retailers.
- 150+ game devs promote “Fake OS” Steam tag for InterfaceX26 Steam Sale & ShowcaseOver 150 game developers and publishers are collaborating on InterfaceX26, a week-long Steam sale and livestream event from April 27 to May 4. The initiative aims to establish "Fake OS" as an official Steam tag for games that simulate operating systems or digital interfaces. Players can support the campaign by tagging relevant games on Steam.