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Here's how to watch the Future Games Show at Gamescom 2026
The Future Games Show at Gamescom 2026 will air on August 26, featuring over 40 games with 13 world premieres. The showcase will include behind-the-scenes looks at Tides of Annihilation and Onimusha: Way of the Sword, a new trailer for Trees Hate You, and a developer diary for Maverick Games' Clutch. It will be streamed internationally on platforms like Twitch, YouTube, and Steam, with additional coverage on GamesRadar+ and other social media.
Supercity celebrates 15 years with over $100M in revenue and 40M installs.
Playkot's city-building and life-simulation game SuperCity is celebrating its 15th anniversary, having surpassed $100 million in revenue and 40 million installs worldwide. The anniversary includes in-game gifts, a new Martian expedition, and quality-of-life updates. SuperCity is available for free on Browser and Facebook.
Steam Development Update
Kixeye has announced a delay for War Commander's early access launch on Steam to July 9, 2026, to improve the new user experience and ensure a stable foundation. The game will also remain playable on Kixeye.com, with Facebook Web Gaming shutting down on September 30, 2026, further emphasizing the move to Steam for better performance and stability.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Dealer's Choice
Shacknews CEO Asif Khan will be streaming The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom on the company's Twitch, YouTube, Facebook, and X channels. The stream will also feature discussions about the Ocarina of Time Remake announcement and is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. PT/8:00 p.m. ET.
Here's how to watch the Future Games Show Summer Showcase
The Future Games Show Summer Showcase will feature over 40 upcoming games and will be hosted by voice actors Troy Baker and Alix Wilton Regan. The event is scheduled for Saturday, June 6, and will be broadcast on various platforms including Twitch, YouTube, Steam, and Facebook. Following the main show, there will be a "FGS Live from Los Angeles" segment and an extended gameplay reveal for the sci-fi RPG Exodus.
HOW TO WATCH FUTURE GAMES SHOW SUMMER SHOWCASE AND FGS LIVE FROM LOS ANGELES
The Future Games Show Summer Showcase will air on June 6, 2026, featuring over 40 games with world premieres, demos, and trailers. Hosted by Alix Wilton Regan and Troy Baker, the event will be followed by FGS Live from Los Angeles, offering more exclusive content and interviews. The showcase will be streamed internationally on platforms like Twitch, YouTube, and Steam, with dedicated streams for China and Korea.
Game Con Canada Is Just Over Two Weeks Away & We're Holding A Contest For Tickets!
Game Con Canada 2026, Western Canada's largest gaming convention, is scheduled for June 19-21 at the Edmonton EXPO Centre. The event will feature contests for tickets, including a chance to win VIP experiences, alongside tournaments for Valorant and Street Fighter 6, special guests, cosplay competitions, and guided TTRPG adventures. The New North American Games Industry Summit (NAGIS) will precede the convention.
Meta is facing another lawsuit over scam ads on Facebook and Instagram
Meta is facing a new lawsuit alleging that the company is not adequately protecting senior citizens and other vulnerable groups from scam advertisements on its platforms, Facebook and Instagram. The lawsuit claims Meta's current measures are insufficient to prevent fraudulent ads.
Meta has misled users about scam ads on Facebook and Instagram, lawsuit says
Meta is facing a proposed class-action lawsuit filed by the Consumer Federation of America, alleging the company misled users about scam advertisements on Facebook and Instagram. The lawsuit claims Meta prioritized profits over user safety by allowing high-risk advertisers and charging them more, rather than removing them. Meta denies these allegations, stating they aggressively combat scams and removed over 159 million scam ads last year.
Galaxies Spring Showcase: how to watch and what to expect
The Galaxies Spring Showcase 2026 will take place on April 16, 2026, featuring over 50 games and seven world premieres. Hosted by Jane Douglas, the 60-minute event will include updates and trailers for titles like Sword Art Online JRPG Echoes of Aincrad, Atomic Heart's DLC Yerba Buena, and MOUSE: P.I. For Hire. Chris Thomas, Galaxies Founder, stated the event aims to give gamers a reason to be excited by showcasing a diverse range of titles.
Xbox games showcase 2026 set for June 7 with Gears of War: E-Day direct
Xbox has announced its Xbox Games Showcase 2026 will take place on Sunday, June 7, starting at 10:00 am Pacific. Immediately following the main showcase, a dedicated Gears of War: E-Day Direct will offer new details and gameplay from The Coalition Studio. The event will also celebrate Xbox's 25th anniversary with the return of FanFest.
Meta ordered to pay $375 million after losing child exploitation lawsuit
Meta has been ordered to pay $375 million after a New Mexico court ruled that the company failed to adequately protect children from predators on its platforms, Instagram and Facebook. The lawsuit focused on the company's alleged negligence in preventing child exploitation.
Meta is letting creators fill their Reels with shopping links
Meta is enabling creators on Instagram and Facebook to add clickable shopping links directly within their Reels, allowing them to tag up to 30 products. This feature aims to simplify brand partnerships and affiliate marketing for creators, bringing Meta's platforms in line with competitors like TikTok and YouTube Shorts. While Meta is not currently taking a cut of sales, the data gathered could inform its advertising business.
Indonesia announces a social media ban for anyone under 16
Indonesia's communication and digital affairs minister, Meutya Hafid, announced a new government regulation that will require high-risk social media platforms to delete accounts belonging to users under 16 starting March 28. The phased implementation will begin with platforms like YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, X, Roblox, and Bigo Live. This move follows similar social media bans for minors in countries such as Australia, Spain, and Malaysia.