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2XKO Creative Director on roster growth, fighter development & appearing at EVO 2026
2XKO Creative Director Mike Henry discussed the game's appearance at EVO 2026, the addition of Thresh and Senna to the roster, and the development process for new fighters. Henry highlighted the importance of community support and explained how character design decisions are influenced by internal capabilities and fan demand. Future character additions will depend on the team's ability to create new character rigs.
ShackStream: Indie-licious Episode 207 - Cosmodrill
Shacknews' Indie-licious livestream series features Cosmodrill, an indie space mining game developed by Morse Morse Games. Players deploy from a station to explore astral bodies, mine for materials, and avoid hazards like lava and alien worms. The stream will showcase gameplay and discuss the game's features.
Endless Legend 2 dev roadmap reworked on top of biggest early access update
Amplitude Studios has released a significant early access update for Endless Legend 2, reworking major quests and the quest UI to enhance immersion. The developer also updated the game's roadmap, shifting some features like Faction World Quests and minor faction improvements to a July/August 2026 window, with a new playable faction planned for later that year.
Evening Reading - July 30, 2026
This article rounds up various gaming news items from July 30, 2026. Highlights include a live-action Persona adaptation for Netflix, a fall 2026 release window for Cyberpunk Edgerunners 2, and SECI Interactive warning of staffing decisions after Microsoft pulled out of publishing Project Fantasy. It also touches on esports events like EVO 2026 for 2XKO and mentions updates for games like Battlefield 6 and Turok: Origin.
Watch Shacknews E4 2026 here
Shacknews will host its E4 2026 Showcase on June 30, 2026, featuring exclusive summer coverage from its editorial and video teams. The event will be streamed on Shacknews' Twitch, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube channels. The company emphasizes its commitment to original content and prohibits the use of its material for AI training.
BlazBlue: Central Fiction character DLC teased for reveal at EVO 2026
Arc System Works has announced new downloadable content for BlazBlue: Central Fiction, which will be revealed at EVO 2026. This marks the first new content for the fighting game since August 2017. The announcement was made during the Arc System Works Showcase 2026, with full details promised at the EVO 2026 main stage.
EVO 2026: Schedule, brackets, prize pool, games & where to watch
EVO 2026, the premier fighting game tournament, will take place from June 26-28, 2026, featuring a lineup of 12 games including Street Fighter 6, Tekken 8, and Guilty Gear Strive. The event will be broadcast on EVO's Twitch and YouTube channels, with detailed schedules for finals and prize pools for each game announced.
Evening Reading - June 23, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers various gaming industry happenings, including Tencent's reported exits from Japanese studios, EA layoffs, and new game announcements like Montabi and Tanuki: Pon's Summer. It also touches on the upcoming EVO 2026 fighting game tournament and reflections on Sonic's 35th birthday and the legacy of 3D graphics in gaming.
Invincible VS roadmap reveals next three seasons & new features
Quarter Up has revealed the 2026 roadmap for their fighting game, Invincible VS. The roadmap details a new season every three months, starting with Season One at the end of June, followed by mid-season patches in August and October. New fighters Universa and The Immortal, along with Endless Arcade Mode and new cosmetics, will be introduced with Season One.
ShackStream: Indie-licious Episode 206 - Montabi Steam Next Fest Demo
The ShackStream Indie-licious livestream will feature a demo of Montabi, a creature collector deckbuilder roguelike developed by Monkibo and published by Akupara Games. The game is participating in the Summer 2026 Steam Next Fest and is slated for an August release. Players collect creatures to build a fighting force and save their city.
How to preorder Steam Machine
Valve has announced details for preordering the Steam Machine, requiring users to sign up for an email list by June 25, 2026, to receive invitations. Those who sign up will need to select their desired Steam Machine version and confirm their email to be entered into a random selection for preorder invites.
Evening Reading - June 16, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers various internet happenings, including a review of UFC 6 and mentions of indie games like Tanuki: Pon's Summer and Mina the Hollower. It also touches on AI developments such as the Pokemon TCG AI Battle Challenge and SpaceX's acquisition of Cursor AI.
ShackStream: Indie-licious Episode 205 - Tanuki: Pon's Summer Steam Next Fest Demo
This article previews the demo for Tanuki: Pon's Summer, an indie game available during Steam Next Fest. Players control Pon, a tanuki who takes a job as a postal worker to fund the restoration of his shrine. The demo allows players to experience BMXing around town and the countryside to help NPCs.
