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Weekend PC Download Deals for July 10: Palworld exits Steam Early Access
Palworld has officially launched version 1.0 out of Early Access on Steam, accompanied by a launch discount. This article highlights various PC game deals available this weekend across multiple digital storefronts, including Steam, Epic Games Store, Amazon Luna, Fanatical, Gamebillet, GamesPlanet, GOG.com, Green Man Gaming, Humble Bundle, and 2K Publisher Sale.
Save Up To 80% Off Digital Games In Fanatical’s Red Hot Sale
Fanatical's Red Hot Sale is offering discounts of up to 80% on over 10,000 digital games, with a free game or coupon for purchases over $15. The sale includes titles from the Resident Evil franchise, Stellar Blade, Silent Hill f, Pragmata, Metaphor: ReFantazio, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Dave the Diver. Codes are redeemable via Steam and the sale runs until July 10.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continues
The 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.
6 Vacation Week Games to Finish Before Flying Home | TAG
This guide recommends six games that can be completed within a 5-10 hour playtime, ideal for finishing during a week-long vacation. It emphasizes narrative-driven and handheld-compatible titles like Inside, Stray, A Short Hike, What Remains of Edith Finch, and Firewatch, with Outer Wilds suggested for longer vacations. The article also provides advice on session structure, device choice, and avoiding common vacation gaming pitfalls.
Gaming Seasonal Calendar 2026 | TAG
This guide outlines a seasonal gaming calendar for adults in 2026, emphasizing how life events, work cycles, and weather impact gaming habits. It suggests matching game choices to available time and mood, recommending specific games for different periods like winter backlog season, summer vacation handheld play, and fall routine resets.
Nintendo 2 Switch eShop charts – June 21, 2026 – Star Fox and The Adventures of Elliot compete for the top spot
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of June 21, 2026, show Star Fox leading in pre-loads, followed by The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales. The charts detail the top-selling games, including various editions and expansions for popular titles like Zelda and Pokemon.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 19: GOG.com Summer Sale
This 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.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – June 14, 2026 – Xenoblade makes a run at Pokemon Pokopia
The latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of June 14, 2026, show Xenoblade Chronicles making a strong showing, with its upgrade pack at second place and the full game at sixth. Pokemon Pokopia remains at the top spot. New entries in the top ten include The Adventures of Elliot and Rise of the Tomb Raider.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – June 7, 2026 – Yoshi reclaims the top spot
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of June 7, 2026, show "Yoshi and the Mysterious Book" reclaiming the top spot. "Mina the Hollower" dropped to fourth place, while "eFootball Kick-Off" debuted at eighth. The charts list the top-selling games and download-only titles on the platform.
Review: Stray Ends Up Being a Solid Switch 2 Game
The cat adventure game Stray has received a significant performance and visual upgrade on the Nintendo Switch 2, making it a much better experience than its original Switch release. While not as graphically impressive as PC or PlayStation 5 versions, the Switch 2 iteration offers a stable 30fps frame rate and improved visuals. The game retains its action-adventure gameplay with puzzle elements, though the new mouse control mode is considered underwhelming compared to the solid controller support.
Nintendo Download: 4th June (North America)
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America brings a variety of new games to the Nintendo Switch eShop. Highlights include Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and eFootball Kick-Off!, with numerous other titles across different genres also launching this week. The update also features enhanced editions of existing games and various bundles.
Nintendo Download – June 4, 2026 (North America) – Solarpunk, River City Saga: Journey to the West, more
The latest Nintendo Download report for North America highlights new releases on the Nintendo eShop for the week of June 4, 2026, including Solarpunk and River City Saga: Journey to the West. The report also details upcoming DLC events for Donkey Kong Bananza and ongoing eShop sales on indie titles for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.
US: Nintendo Download for 4th June, 2026
Nintendo has released its latest download update for the Nintendo Switch 2, featuring new titles like Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and eFootball Kick-Off!. Classic games such as Donkey Kong 64 are now available for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members. Additionally, Nintendo Music has expanded its device support and added tracks from Mario Kart World and Pikmin.
Stray for Nintendo Switch now gets free upgrade to Switch 2 version digitally
Annapurna Interactive is offering a free digital upgrade for Stray from the Nintendo Switch to the Nintendo Switch 2 version. This upgrade applies only to digital purchases of the game.
Pawbay Review | TheXboxHub
Pawbay is a cat simulator for Xbox that offers a unique open-world sandbox experience with full couch co-op support. While it allows players to cause feline chaos freely, the game is criticized for its stiff controls, limited set pieces, and repetitive tasks, making its £17.99 price point feel steep for its short three-hour completion time.
The Sunday Papers
This article rounds up various gaming-related articles and discussions. It includes pieces on the humor in Titanfall, the unique presentation of Angelique Special 2, and the complexities of trans segregation laws in the UK. Additionally, it touches upon political funding related to cryptocurrency and a lighthearted debate comparing dogs and cats in gaming contexts, specifically Half-Life 2's Dog versus Stray's Cat.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – May 31, 2026 – Mina the Hollower takes down Yoshi
The latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of May 31, 2026, show Mina the Hollower debuting at number one, unseating Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. New entries Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen and Stray also made their debut on the charts.
Stray Nintendo Switch 2 launch trailer – adventure game appears with upgraded with visuals, frame rate, 4K, and mouse controls
Stray has been released on the Nintendo Switch 2 with a new launch trailer showcasing upgraded visuals, 4K resolution, improved frame rate, and mouse controls. Developed by BlueTwelve Studio, the game is a third-person cat adventure where players explore a cybercity and solve mysteries with a drone companion named B-12.
Stray free upgrade to Nintendo Switch 2 not being applied due to an error
Annapurna Interactive has announced an issue with the free upgrade for Stray on Nintendo Switch, where the intended 100% owner's discount is not being applied due to a storefront error. The company is working with Nintendo to resolve the problem within the next few days and apologizes for the inconvenience.
"We're Working With Nintendo To Get This Fixed" - Stray's Free Switch 2 Upgrade Is Missing
Annapurna Interactive has apologized for the lack of a free upgrade path for Stray on Nintendo Switch 2 for existing digital owners of the Switch 1 version. The publisher is working with Nintendo to resolve the storefront backend error over the next few days. The physical version upgrade path remains unconfirmed.
