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How I smashed my target to complete one video game every month - Reader’s Feature
A reader details their goal of completing one video game per month in 2026, successfully finishing 11 games in the first half of the year. The feature highlights various titles across different genres and platforms, including "Dispatch," "Ghost of Tsushima," "Resident Evil Requiem," and "007 First Light," offering brief impressions of each.
Games Leaving PS Plus in August 2026 May Include Hit Day-1 Title
Sony is expected to announce the list of games leaving PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium in August 2026. Based on past patterns, titles added a year ago are likely to depart, with 'Sword of the Sea' being a predicted casualty. First-party titles like 'Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered' may also leave, though their contracts can differ.
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.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 26: Steam Summer Sale and friends
Multiple PC gaming storefronts, including Steam, GOG.com, and Epic Games Store, are hosting major summer sales with thousands of deals. Notable discounts are available on titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, DOOM: The Dark Ages, and Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition. Some platforms also offer free titles or additional discounts for subscribers.
Every PS5 Pro Enhanced Game (So Far)
Sony's PlayStation 5 Pro, launched in November 2024, offers enhanced graphics and frame rates for compatible games, identified by a 'PS5 Pro Enhanced' label. The console features an upgraded GPU and AI-driven upscaling through PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) to achieve higher fidelity visuals and smoother performance, often doubling the power of the base PS5.
I’ve finally played the five best games of 2025 - Reader's Feature
A reader shares their top five games from 2025, despite the year being over. While games like Assassin's Creed Shadows and Star Wars Outlaws were honorable mentions, Dispatch, Ghost of Yōtei, Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, and Sword of the Sea made the final list. The reader also discusses games they did not enjoy, such as Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Metroid Prime 4.
Death Stranding 2 To Add New Difficulty Mode, Live-Action Scenes, and More Alongside PC Release
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is set to receive a new difficulty mode and live-action scenes, with details emerging alongside its PC release. The game also received multiple nominations for the Golden Joystick Awards 2025, alongside other titles like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Hollow Knight: Silksong.
2026 Game Developers Choice Awards winners announced
The winners for the 2026 Game Developers Choice Awards have been announced. Several titles were recognized across various categories, including Best Audio, Best Debut, Best Design, Innovation Award, Best Narrative, Best Technology, Best Visual Art, Social Impact, and Audience Award. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Blue Prince were among the most nominated games.
Make Spirits Bright With Holiday Hits on GeForce NOW
NVIDIA's GeForce NOW cloud gaming service is adding 13 new games, including titles like Borderlands 4, Battlefield 6, and Hogwarts Legacy, making them accessible across various devices. The service highlights its ability to stream graphically demanding games with high frame rates and faster load times, especially for Ultimate members utilizing NVIDIA Blackwell RTX power.
