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PS Plus Essential July 2026 Monthly Free Games Rolling Out Now
Sony has begun rolling out the PlayStation Plus Essential free games for July 2026, including Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, For the King II, and CrossCode for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. This announcement comes amidst backlash over Sony's decision to end disc production for PlayStation 5 games and speculation about upcoming price increases for the PlayStation Plus subscription service.
The Gaming Industry Is Eating Itself Alive
Xbox is undergoing a massive restructuring, including 3,200 layoffs, impacting numerous studios and divisions like Activision, Bethesda, and Blizzard. While some studios regain independence and first-party projects remain safe for now, the article criticizes Xbox's overall strategy, citing Game Pass's performance and declining hardware revenue. The piece also touches on PlayStation's similar issues with digital ownership and preservation, painting a bleak picture for the future of gaming costs and ownership.
Far Cry 7 To Have 72-Hour Time Limit, Weapon Durability, Extraction Shooter Loop – Rumor
A rumor suggests Far Cry 7 will feature a 72-hour time limit, weapon durability, and an extraction shooter loop where players scavenge loot and survive against AI and other players. The game reportedly involves rescuing six family members from a cult called the Sons of Truth, with a setting in Alaska. Development is rumored to be troubled, though Ubisoft has confirmed multiple promising Far Cry projects in the works.
Diablo 4’s Massive Mythic Item Changes Aren’t Finding Many Fans
Diablo 4's recent overhaul of Mythic items in Season 14 has been met with significant player dissatisfaction. The changes, intended to expand endgame build options, have instead introduced excessive randomness, making powerful items harder to acquire and less reliable. Community feedback, including from Reddit and content creators, indicates frustration with the new system's RNG-heavy nature and misleading crafting mechanics.
Shard Squad launches on consoles on July 30!
Shard Squad, a Brazilian bullet heaven game published by Nuntius Games, will launch on consoles on July 30, 2026, following its PC debut. The game will be available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. It features a squad-based combat system with elemental creatures, strategic combinations, and over 20 hours of story content.
Sony’s “Dreams”: Seeing One Small Piece of a Larger Puzzle
The article discusses the game creation tool "Dreams" released by Sony for the PlayStation 4. It highlights how the game provides an opportunity for aspiring developers to engage in game creation, framing it as a significant piece of a larger puzzle in the industry.
Fun 2021 PS5, PS4 Game That Never Left Beta Is Shutting Down
The free-to-play multiplayer action game Mega Zombie, which launched in beta for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 in 2021, will shut down its online services in September 2026. The developer cited the difficulty of maintaining stable service and server costs as reasons for the closure.
WildSphere Announces ‘Escape From Umbra’, an Atmospheric Survival Horror Inspired by Witchcraft Legends
WildSphere has announced that their new psychological survival horror game, Escape From Umbra, will launch on July 10, 2026, for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC, and GOG. Inspired by witchcraft legends and featuring escape room mechanics, the game utilizes Unreal Engine 5 to create a labyrinthine town environment. A playable demo will be available on Steam on July 3rd.
New Playable Demo of ‘Escape From Umbra’ Now Available on GOG and Steam
WildSphere has released a free playable demo for their upcoming psychological horror and puzzle game, Escape From Umbra, on Steam and GOG. The demo offers a 10-15 minute preview of the game's mechanics and story. The full game is set to launch on July 10, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch, with pre-orders available on Xbox consoles.
(For Southeast Asia) PlayStation Store: June 2026’s top downloads
The PlayStation Store has revealed the top downloaded games for June 2026 across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation VR2. In Asia, sports titles like NBA 2K26 and EA SPORTS FC 26, along with DAVE THE DIVER, led the charts. Meanwhile, Escape the Backrooms dominated downloads in the US and Canada.
Grand Vegas Casino (PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, X/S, PC)
Grand Vegas Casino offers a collection of classic casino games including Roulette, Blackjack, Poker, and three types of Slots. The game is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X, and PC. This review focuses on the PlayStation 4 version.
Coming Out in gaming this week — July 6, 2026
This week's gaming releases include DOOM: The Dark Ages – Revelations, Moonlight Peaks, Assassin’s Creed Black Flag: Resynced, and Palworld's 1.0 launch. Several other titles like EA SPORTS College Football 27 and Backyard Baseball are also launching on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
The first wave of Steam Machines are dropping. Here's what people think.
The initial reception for Valve's Steam Machine has been mixed, with early adopters noting its high price point compared to traditional consoles due to recent hardware inflation. While some users praise its ability to run PC games and quiet operation, others, including Shuhei Yoshida, have expressed concerns about long game boot times and overall performance. Reports of hardware failures, such as GPU issues leading to bricked units, have also surfaced, drawing parallels to the Xbox 360's 'Red-Ring of Death'.
Top 20 Minecraft 1.19 Seeds
This guide highlights top Minecraft 1.19 seeds, featuring unique world generation elements like ancient cities, rare villages, and challenging biomes. It details specific coordinates for various seeds, including those with double blacksmith villages, ring mountains, and structures like jungle temples and ocean monuments.
Top 20 Minecraft 1.18 Seeds
This guide presents a list of top Minecraft 1.18 seeds, highlighting unique terrain generation, biomes, and structures such as villages, ruined portals, and caves. The article details specific seeds with coordinates and notable features, emphasizing the enhanced world generation introduced in the Caves and Cliffs update.
Blasphemous: Martyrs’ Edition – Premium Physical Edition Available for Pre-Order Soon
Team17 and astragon Entertainment have announced Blasphemous: Martyrs’ Edition, a premium physical release for the action-platformer Blasphemous. Developed by The Game Kitchen, this edition will be available for PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch and includes the base game with all content, a visual compendium, poster, developer letter, digital soundtrack, and game manual. Pre-orders for the special edition, priced at $49.99, will begin soon in Europe and North America.
Get ready to set sail with these 6 games to play before Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced
This article recommends six games to play before the release of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced on July 9. The list includes titles like Windrose, Final Fantasy 12: The Zodiac Age, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, Sea of Thieves, Assassin's Creed Odyssey, and Assassin's Creed 3 Remastered, all of which feature pirate themes, naval combat, or connections to the Assassin's Creed universe.
DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 FUTURE SAGA Chapter 4 Brings the Saga's Epic Finale on July 8
Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. announced that the final chapter of the DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 FUTURE SAGA, Chapter 4, will be released on July 8, 2026. This update will bring the saga to its epic conclusion, allowing players to face Fu's ultimate plan in a final battle to restore history and save the future. The game is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
PlayStation Store: June 2026’s top downloads
The PlayStation Store has revealed the top downloaded games for June 2026 across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation VR2. Escape the Backrooms dominated the charts in both US/Canada and EU regions for PS5, while other backroom-themed titles also performed well on PS VR2. The free-to-play charts featured popular titles like Fortnite, Roblox, and Call of Duty: Warzone.
Stealth Pro II wireless gaming headset review: "Turtle Beach's premium pair has the chops to put SteelSeries in the corner"
The Turtle Beach Stealth Pro II wireless gaming headset offers impressive sound and microphone quality, along with a versatile Crossplay 2.0 system for multi-platform connectivity. While its premium features and charging dock are notable, the high price point and the need to purchase additional dongles for full functionality make it a purchase best suited for those with split-room gaming setups, and a discount is recommended.
