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The latest game event to fall afoul of US visa rules is a live concert for horse girl racer Umamusume: Pretty Derby
An upcoming concert for the popular game Umamusume: Pretty Derby, part of its "The Stage: World Tour", has been cancelled in Los Angeles due to difficulties in obtaining necessary US visas for the performers. Developers Cygames stated they had been working for over six months to secure visas but were unsuccessful. This follows a similar incident with a performer for Wuthering Waves and highlights broader issues with international event organizers facing US visa system challenges.
Free-to-play playtime is broadly flat as gacha RPGs drive PC growth, says Newzoo
A Newzoo report indicates that free-to-play (F2P) playtime remains stable, despite a slight decrease in its market share, driven by growth in gacha RPGs on PC. While overall F2P playtime is flat, PC F2P playtime has grown, with gacha games showing significant increases in engagement. RPG remains the only F2P genre gaining share on both PC and console.
Featuring a host of our favorite games from this year and 2 of our favorite gaming devices, you can now place your votes for the best in gaming in the Golden Joystick Awards 2026
The nominations for the 44th annual Golden Joystick Awards 2026 have been announced, with games like Resident Evil Requiem, Big Walk, and 007 First Light receiving multiple nods across 21 categories. Voting is open until October 23, and the winners will be revealed on November 11. This year's nominations are noted for their diversity, featuring both indie hits and AAA blockbusters.
CD Projekt Red Is Still Raking In The Cash As We Wait For The Witcher 4
CD Projekt Red reported strong financial results for the first half of 2026, with revenue up 23% year-over-year to 435 million PLN and net profit up 37% to 249 million PLN. These gains were driven by sales of The Witcher and Cyberpunk games, as well as increasing licensing revenue from deals involving Cyberpunk 2077 and the Cyberpunk TCG. The company anticipates further growth with upcoming releases like The Witcher 3 Remastered and The Witcher 4.
CD Projekt Red sees profit climb 37% in H1 2026
CD Projekt Red reported a 37% increase in net profit for the first half of 2026, reaching $66.7 million. The company detailed a three-year release plan including a remastered The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and a new expansion, alongside strong sales for both The Witcher and Cyberpunk franchises. Licensing is also becoming a more significant revenue stream.
All the key details about 'anime GTA' game Ananta
Ananta, formerly known as Project Mugen, is set to release on January 15, 2027, for PC, PlayStation 5, and mobile platforms. This free-to-play open-world RPG developed by NetEase features a unique urban setting with influences from Tokyo and Hangzhou, and promises a variety of gameplay mechanics including combat, exploration, and social activities, while notably not featuring character gacha mechanics.
Wuthering Waves brings more characters, new main quests, and new events with latest update
Wuthering Waves has released its Version 3.6 update, titled Lamplight in Mirage, Swords Resolve in Heart. This update introduces new main story quests, two new characters (Quingxiao and Jingran) with their associated weapons, new echoes, outfit accessories, and a tactical hologram. Several in-game events are also available, alongside refinements to echo equipment recommendations and an improved mail system.
Lineage Piece Artifacts [Buffs, Drop Chances, How to Unlock]
The Lineage Piece Artifacts system allows players to equip special items that boost character stats and provide set bonuses. Artifact pieces have varying drop chances based on trial difficulty, with specific sets like Azure Edge and Pure Lineage dropping from the Sovereign Trial. Players must reach level 1,000 and meet other requirements to unlock the system and use Trial Keys obtained from the Portal Key Seller.
Gacha Banner: New content drops for Wuthering Waves, Tower of Fantasy, and Neverness to Everness
Wuthering Waves, Tower of Fantasy, and Neverness to Everness are receiving new content updates. Tower of Fantasy's 'Dreamland Beyond the Void' update is live with a new character, story, and events. Neverness to Everness will launch its next update on August 19th, featuring a new story, vehicles, and minigames. Wuthering Waves' 'Lamplight in Mirage, Sword’s Resolve in Heart' patch on August 20th will add new characters, quests, and performance improvements.
Wuthering Waves confirms that an animated series for the gacha RPG is in the works
Kuro Games has confirmed that its gacha RPG Wuthering Waves will receive an animated series titled Wuthering Waves: Elysium. The series is being produced by Kuro Onroad, an animation brand under Kuro Games. While a teaser trailer offers a glimpse, further details regarding the story, characters, and release date are yet to be announced.
REDMAGIC Astra 2 Review – Top End Gaming Tablet?
The REDMAGIC Astra 2 is a gaming-focused tablet that offers a vibrant 9-inch OLED display with a 185Hz refresh rate and is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. It features a liquid cooling system, dual stereo speakers, and a secondary USB-C port for charging while connected to accessories, making it a strong contender for mobile gamers.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
Kuro Onroad has revealed an animated series titled Wuthering Waves: Elysium. Further details about the series were shared on the company's X account.
REDMAGIC Astra 2 Review – A Worthy Tablet Sequel?
The REDMAGIC Astra 2 is a gaming tablet that excels in its specialized niche, offering a compact design, a vibrant OLED display, and impressive audio. It features a powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset with advanced liquid cooling for sustained performance in demanding mobile games. While not ideal for productivity or photography, it stands out as a top-tier device for mobile gaming and media consumption.
Morning Patches
Circle Empires 2 has reached 24 leaders, while Wuthering Waves is receiving new content in version 3.5, titled 'Blade of Past Resounds, Lingering Dream Hymns'. The article also mentions unofficial game patches and mods.
Wuthering Waves Makes Its Long-Awaited Xbox Debut – Free With Game Pass
Wuthering Waves, the free-to-play open-world action RPG, has launched on Xbox Series X|S and PC, coinciding with its Version 3.5 update. The game is also available through various Game Pass tiers, offering players access to new regions, characters, and story content alongside quality-of-life improvements.
EXPLORE THE ART AND CREATIVITY BEHIND 40 GAME TITLES THROUGH “WORLDS OF PLAY” GLOBAL ART EXHIBITION IN COLOGNE, AUGUST 27 TO 29
Tencent announced "Worlds of Play: The Game Art Exhibition," a global art show featuring 40 game titles from over 20 studios. The exhibition will take place in Cologne, Germany, from August 27 to 29 during gamescom 2026. It will showcase artworks and installations across five themed zones, celebrating the artistry and cultural significance of game creation.
Cyberpunk Edgerunners' Lucy finds herself in yet another crossover, this time in an upcoming Apex Legends event
Apex Legends is launching a new event featuring characters and themes from Cyberpunk Edgerunners and Cyberpunk 2077. The event will include a revamped E-District map, new in-game items like the Sandevistan and Blackwall Breach, and character skins based on David Martinez, Lucy, Rebecca, Royce, Lizzy Wizzy, Panam, and male and female V. The crossover event begins on July 14th and concludes on August 4th.
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+ 2, The Planet Crafter, Palworld 1.0, and More
Xbox Game Pass is adding several new titles throughout July, including the full release of Palworld 1.0, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2, and Gears of War: Reloaded. The service will also feature updates for games like Wuthering Waves and League of Legends, while several titles are scheduled to leave the library on July 15.
"Tons of new chooms": Cyberpunk 2077 hits highest Steam player peak in 3 years and CD Projekt Red is thanking…
Cyberpunk 2077 has achieved its highest Steam player count in three years, surpassing 100,000 concurrent players. CD Projekt Red attributes this surge to the recent look at Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 and a collaboration event with Wuthering Waves. Several key figures from CD Projekt Red expressed their excitement and gratitude for the continued player engagement.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for July 6 to 10
This weekly feature highlights new games releasing on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between July 6 and July 10. Titles include Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, EA SPORTS College Football 27, Palworld 1.0, and Wuthering Waves, among many others across various genres.
