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Here's the second wave of Xbox Game Pass games coming in September
The second wave of games for Xbox Game Pass in September includes major additions like Gears of War: E-Day, Dune: Awakening, and Minecraft Dungeons 2. Dune: Awakening will also be available on PlayStation 5. Several other titles are being added to Game Pass Premium and Ultimate, while some games will be leaving the service on September 30th.
Xbox Game Pass Removes 8 More Games Very Soon
Microsoft is removing eight more games from Xbox Game Pass on September 30, bringing the total for the month to 18. Titles like Atomfall, Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light, and Sifu are among those leaving the service. This comes as new additions like Minecraft Dungeons II and Gears of War: E-Day are being added.
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Gears of War: E-Day, Minecraft Dungeons II, Dune: Awakening, and More
Xbox Game Pass is adding a variety of new titles throughout September and October, including Gears of War: E-Day, Minecraft Dungeons II, Dune: Awakening, and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. Several games are also leaving the service on September 30th.
Minecraft Dungeons 2 Headlines Next Game Pass Wave, Followed by Gears of War: E-Day
Microsoft's Game Pass is adding several new titles throughout September and October, including Minecraft Dungeons 2 and Gears of War: E-Day. RuneScape: Dragonwilds is available now, with other games like Kernel Hearts and Well Dweller rolling out for different subscription tiers. Several games will also be leaving the service by the end of September.
Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever for Fantasy Life i, Venba, Worms Armageddon, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is featuring new sales, including the lowest prices ever for titles like Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time, Venba, and Worms Armageddon. The article lists numerous other discounted games available for purchase.
Hack And Bash: How 007 First Light Mixes High-Tech Gadgets With Old-School Brawling
007 First Light distinguishes itself by focusing on physical brawling combat over traditional shooting, reflecting Bond's origin story. Senior combat designer Tom Marcham explains how the team drew inspiration from Daniel Craig's movies and martial arts games like Sifu and Sleeping Dogs to create a grounded, improvisational fighting system. The game also balances stealth, shooting, and melee, with inspirations from titles like Batman: Arkham Asylum and Vanquish, aiming for broad accessibility.
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.
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy devs learned to make melee combat on the job
Asobo Studio, developers of Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, discussed the challenges of implementing melee combat for the first time. Lead level designer Valérian Robert explained that the team drew inspiration from games like Ghost of Tsushima, Sekiro, and Sifu to develop their combat mechanics. The game focuses on Sophia using speed and environmental interactions to defeat armored soldiers, aiming for a balance between challenging and accessible gameplay.
Stealth's been replaced with scrappy swordfighting in Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, but what I really miss are the rat swarms
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy shifts from stealth to melee combat, drawing inspiration from games like Sekiro and Sifu. The preview showcases Sophia's scrappy fighting style, utilizing environmental hazards and a grappling hook. While the game features environmental puzzles and hints at the return of the Macula plague, the absence of the signature rat swarms leaves the reviewer wanting more unique elements.
"There was that period in time, pre-Sonic, where it was, 'You're so lucky that Hollywood is even looking at you'"
Story Kitchen, a production company specializing in video game adaptations, discusses the booming Hollywood interest in gaming IPs. Co-founder Dmitri M. Johnson highlights the intense bidding wars for titles like Split Fiction and the evolving relationship between game companies and studios, noting that game developers now have more leverage due to the success of major game-based films and shows. The company mediates between the two industries, ensuring deals are made while respecting both creative visions.
Nintendo Switch eShop deals – lowest prices ever for Plucky Squire, Team Sonic Racing, TMNT: Splintered Fate, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is featuring new deals, including the lowest prices ever for games like Plucky Squire, Team Sonic Racing, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate. The article lists a comprehensive selection of discounted titles available for purchase.
Nintendo Switch eShop deals – lowest prices ever for Enter and Exit the Gungeon, Untitled Goose Game, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is featuring new deals, including the lowest prices ever for games like Enter the Gungeon, Exit the Gungeon, and Untitled Goose Game. The sale includes a wide variety of titles, with discounts on many popular and indie games.
Samson May Catch People off Guard
Samson, an upcoming game from Liquid Sword, has garnered significant attention with over 250,000 wishlists on Steam. The game emphasizes a gritty atmosphere, high-stakes narrative, and disciplined combat mechanics, drawing comparisons to Sifu. Driving mechanics and the car, Pacific Drive, are presented as integral tools for survival in the reactive city of Tyndalston.
Daily Video Game Deals Mar 28 – NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound, Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter, The Outer Worlds 2, Code Vein II, Bustafellows Season 2, Sifu, Call of Duty®: Black Ops 7 & More
Daily video game deals for March 28, 2026, feature discounts on a wide variety of titles including NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound, Trails in the Sky: First Chapter, The Outer Worlds 2, Code Vein II, Bustafellows Season 2, Sifu, and Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. These deals are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC platforms.
Rematch: Season 3 startet jetzt mit neuen Missionstypen, Battle Pass Belohnungen und mehr
Sloclap has launched Season 3 for its action-football game Rematch, introducing new daily, weekly, and repeatable challenges with associated rewards. The update also features a new Battle Pass with cosmetic items, a Team-Up feature for forming squads, and a limited-time return of 1v1 matchmaking. Enhancements to gameplay mechanics like volleys and dribbling have also been implemented.
Nekome: Nazi Hunter Aims to Be Like Inglorious Basterds Meets Sifu – IGN Preview - IGN
Nekome: Nazi Hunter is a personal revenge story that blends Arkham-like stealth and combat with a unique Romani perspective during World War II. Developed by Probably Monsters, the game features a brutal hand-to-hand combat system, a notoriety system that affects enemy behavior, and a skill tree that rewards both stealth and direct confrontation. The preview highlights the game's potential for gory catharsis and stylish action.
50 Video Game Movies In The Works: How Many Of Them Will Actually Come Out?
Hollywood is actively developing over 50 film and television adaptations of video game properties, ranging from major franchises like Elden Ring and Call of Duty to indie titles such as The Mortuary Assistant. While some projects like Death Stranding and Mortal Kombat 2 are further along, many others are in early development or face potential delays, with varying degrees of success seen in past video game movies.
'When You Watch the Movies, They're Kind of Like Video Games' — John Wick Game Dev Teases a Younger Keanu Reeves - IGN
Saber Interactive's upcoming John Wick game is set before the events of the first movie, featuring a younger Keanu Reeves. Chief Creative Officer Tim Willits described the game's structure as similar to the movies, with escalating enemy encounters and boss fights. The combat will be more instinctual and slightly more clumsy to reflect the protagonist's earlier development.
Daily Video Game Deals Feb 21 – Cronos, Life Is Strange: Double Exposure, ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Monster Hunter Wilds, Daemon X Machina Titanic Scion, DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINS & More
This article lists daily video game deals available on February 21, 2026, featuring discounts on a wide variety of titles across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Featured games include Cronos, Life Is Strange: Double Exposure, ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, and Monster Hunter Wilds, among many others.