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Weekend PC Download Deals for Aug. 21: The Humble Store Summer Sale continues
This article rounds up various PC game deals available from multiple digital storefronts, including Humble Store, Battle.net, GamesPlanet, Ubisoft Store, Green Man Gaming, Epic Games Store, Amazon Luna, Fanatical, Gamebillet, GOG.com, and Steam. Notable sales include Humble Store's Summer Sale, Battle.net's August Game Deals, and Ubisoft's Gamescom sale, featuring discounts on a wide range of titles.
GTA 6 Could Do For Cars What Red Dead Redemption 2 Did For Horses
Recent leaks suggest Grand Theft Auto 6 may introduce deeper vehicle mechanics, similar to how Red Dead Redemption 2 focused on horse care. These potential features include fuel tanks, wear-and-tear physics, and storage, aiming to create a more immersive experience and an emotional bond between players and their cars. This focus on vehicle realism could also tie into smarter law enforcement AI, making carjacking a more significant liability.
OK, Vice City does look pretty damn impressive from the air
Recent leaked gameplay footage of Grand Theft Auto 6 showcases the city of Vice City from an aerial perspective, highlighting its immense scale and detailed environment. While the legitimacy of the clips is unconfirmed, they offer a glimpse into the game's open-world design and the level of detail expected from Rockstar Games. The article also touches upon the lack of a confirmed PC release date and mentions other games the author enjoys.
GTA 6 leakers have a copy of the game as they taunt Rockstar further
Hackers claiming to be 'Cyberleeks' have leaked more gameplay footage of Grand Theft Auto 6, suggesting they possess a playable copy of the game ahead of its November launch. Rockstar Games is actively removing the leaked clips from the internet. The group has also allegedly used a poll to decide what content to leak next, potentially linked to cryptocurrency donations.
GTA 6 cars need gas? OK, I'm finally on board
This opinion piece discusses the potential for Grand Theft Auto 6 to incorporate deeper simulation mechanics, inspired by Red Dead Redemption 2's life-like systems. The author expresses excitement over leaked gameplay showing a gas meter for vehicles, hoping for more immersive elements like managing hunger, working out, and dealing with debts to enhance the player's connection to the game world.
More GTA 6 leaks reveal new details: Cloning keys, combat changes, random bird deaths
New Grand Theft Auto 6 gameplay clips have leaked online, showcasing features such as cloning car keys, changes to combat aiming, and NPC interactions. The leaker, identified as 'Cyberleek,' has also posted DMCA takedown notices, indicating Rockstar's awareness. These leaks provide further details on mechanics like looting and a potential healing item called 'Zombix,' while also highlighting the presence of AI-generated fakes.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2's "excellent storytelling" praised by Red Dead Redemption 2 lead actor Roger Clark as he finally sits down to play Warhorse's RPG
Roger Clark, the lead actor from Red Dead Redemption 2, has begun playing Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 and praised its "excellent storytelling." Clark, who voices Arthur Morgan, shared his positive impressions on Twitter after recently adding the RPG to his PlayStation Plus Extra library. The sentiment was reciprocated by the game's voice actor for Henry and the official Kingdom Come account.
"That's unacceptable": Red Dead Redemption dev says crunch at Rockstar was to "put on the show"…
Former Rockstar Games developer Kris Roberts described the crunch during the development of Red Dead Redemption as the worst period of his career, arguing it was performative for executives rather than necessary for game improvement. Roberts detailed how expectations for working hours escalated significantly, leading to extreme sleep deprivation and a feeling of artificial pressure, especially when executives like Sam Houser and Leslie Benzies visited. This experience, coupled with the difficulty of communicating such demands to his team, was a major factor in his decision to leave the studio.
"Rockstar literally just spent over a billion dollars": Ori studio founder wants you to stop demanding 60 FPS on Xbox Series S just because GTA 6 can run on it
Moon Studios founder Thomas Mahler criticized players demanding 60 FPS on the Xbox Series S, using Grand Theft Auto 6 as a benchmark. He highlighted the vast difference in resources between Rockstar Games and smaller studios, emphasizing that GTA 6's performance is not a guaranteed standard for all games on the console. Mahler also pointed out the technical limitations of the Xbox Series S compared to PC hardware like the Steam Deck.
Witcher 3 designer says it wasn't easy to convince players its NPC simulation wasn't 'just fakery': 'People nowadays are interested in those kinds of details, and it really came to haunt us'
CD Projekt Red's Philipp Weber discussed the challenges of creating believable NPC behavior in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, noting that players' interest in intricate details could be a double-edged sword. He explained how the team programmed NPCs to react realistically to player actions, even if it led to humorous or unintended consequences like mothers dropping babies. The article also contrasts this with Cyberpunk 2077's approach to NPC simulation.
Red Dead Online’s Free August 2026 Update Is Out Now — Here’s Everything In It
Rockstar Games has released its free August update for Red Dead Online, featuring triple payouts on Telegram Missions, Collector Set Sales, and the Condor Egg hunt. Players can also earn pieces of the Frontiersman Outfit and enjoy triple rewards on the Trade Route Free Roam Event. These monthly updates serve as Rockstar's primary method for keeping the game active in the absence of a new Red Dead Redemption title.
Rebels No More: How Rockstar Sold Out on GTA 6
This opinion piece criticizes Rockstar Games' marketing strategy for Grand Theft Auto 6, particularly the decision to give Netflix exclusive rights to an extended look at the game. The author argues this move, along with past issues like the Definitive Edition trilogy and labor practices, shows Rockstar has become a 'sellout' prioritizing corporate gain over artistic integrity. The article also touches on the impact of this exclusive reveal on other upcoming game releases.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Aug. 7: Steam Cyberpunk Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include a Steam Cyberpunk Fest featuring discounts on titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Deus Ex games. Several storefronts like Epic Games Store, GOG.com, and Humble Bundle are also offering significant sales on various games, with some titles available for free. Additionally, Ubisoft is celebrating 25 years of Ghost Recon with deep discounts and a free trial for Ghost Recon Wildlands.
GTA V surpasses 230 million sales months before GTA VI touches down
Grand Theft Auto V has surpassed 230 million units sold, making it the best-selling title of the past decade. Publisher Take-Two Interactive anticipates Grand Theft Auto VI's upcoming release on November 19, 2026, will be a transformative event, projecting $8 billion to $8.2 billion in net bookings for fiscal year 2027. The company also highlighted strong performance from NBA 2K26 and the Grand Theft Auto franchise overall.
GTA 6 pre-orders are 'astonishing' says Take-Two as it cancels unannounced game
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick described Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders as 'unprecedented and astonishing,' noting they were open for only five days during the last fiscal quarter. The company also reported its Q1 FY2027 financial results, which were slightly above expectations, and revealed the cancellation of an unannounced game from a third-party developer. Grand Theft Auto 5 has now sold over 230 million units, and Red Dead Redemption 2 has surpassed 87 million copies.
Unsurprisingly, GTA 6 Has Take-Two Predicting A Massively Profitable Year Ahead
Take-Two Interactive is predicting a highly profitable financial year, running from April 2026 to March 2027, with revenue expected to reach $8.2 billion, largely driven by the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6. The publisher anticipates Rockstar Games will contribute 37% of this revenue, with Zynga and the 2K Games label making up the rest. The company also highlighted the continued success of its mobile games and annual sports titles, as well as microtransaction sales from established franchises like Grand Theft Auto 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2.
Grand Theft Auto 5 Crosses 230 Million Sales, Red Dead Redemption 2 Over 87 Million
Grand Theft Auto 5 has surpassed 230 million units sold, while Red Dead Redemption 2 has sold over 87 million units. Rockstar Games will release an extended trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6 on August 27th, with the game scheduled to launch on November 19th for Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5.
GTA 6’s Next Big Reveal is Coming to Netflix First, and That’s a Huge Deal
Rockstar Games has announced that the next major reveal for Grand Theft Auto 6 will debut on Netflix on August 27th at 3 PM ET, six hours before its release on YouTube and the official game website. This unconventional marketing strategy, involving a paid streaming service, is analyzed as a potential revenue-generating tactic for Take-Two Interactive, leveraging FOMO and the game's immense hype.
Replay's August theme is animals: send us your best creature clips for a chance to win a £/$250 Amazon…
GamesRadar+ is hosting its monthly Replay community video series with an animal theme for August. Players can submit clips featuring creatures from any game for a chance to win one of two £/$250 Amazon vouchers, with one prize specifically for the best animal-themed clip. This month's theme is inspired by recent releases like Palworld and Grounded, as well as established franchises known for their wildlife.
'What is it?' We snooped around in our favorite gaming characters' inventories: can you identify the…
This article presents a quiz challenging readers to identify obscure items found in the inventories of various video game characters, drawing inspiration from the subreddit r/whatisit. It humorously contrasts the potential for finding benign items with the paranoia of snooping, suggesting communication over suspicion.
