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Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game Pre-Order Details
PM Studios and Gameplay Group have announced pre-order details for Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game, set to release on July 23, 2026. Pre-orders, open from July 2-5, grant access to a closed beta and exclusive in-game content. The game will be available for $29.99, with a Deluxe version priced at $49.99, and will launch on Xbox, PC, and PlayStation.
Sony Is Removing 550+ Movies & TV Shows From Your PlayStation Video Library
Sony is removing over 550 StudioCanal movies and TV shows from its PlayStation video library due to expired licenses. This action affects content that users had previously purchased, raising concerns about digital ownership and access rights.
PlayStation is pulling "previously purchased" digital movies from users' libraries
Sony is removing hundreds of previously purchased digital movies from users' PlayStation libraries starting September 1, 2026, due to content licensing arrangements. This includes Studio Canal titles like 'Terminator 2' and 'Total Recall', which will no longer be accessible. The move highlights the risks associated with digital purchases, as terms and conditions often allow for content removal.
CyberBlocker Complete Edition Review | TheXboxHub
CyberBlocker Complete Edition is a genre mash-up that combines brick-breaker mechanics with shoot 'em up elements, featuring weaponized paddles and bullet-hell gameplay. While initially overwhelming, the game rewards persistence, with its power-up system and fast-paced action becoming enjoyable once understood. The presentation boasts a vibrant, Japanese shoot 'em up aesthetic that contrasts with its core brick-breaking gameplay.
Virtua Fighter Crossroads isn't just a fighting game revival, it's a "sandbox RPG" that channels Watchmen and Detroit: Become Human
Virtua Fighter Crossroads, developed by RGG Studio, is a narrative-driven sandbox RPG that moves away from traditional fighting game mechanics. Producer Riichiro Yamada stated that the game is inspired by Watchmen and Detroit: Become Human, emphasizing player choice and a grounded, believable world. While it incorporates Virtua Fighter's combat, the focus is on a robust story mode and side content, aiming for a different experience than the Yakuza series.
The 10 best games I played during Steam Next Fest: June 2026 edition
This article highlights ten notable games showcased during the June 2026 Steam Next Fest, featuring a diverse range of indie titles. Despite the overwhelming number of demos, the author found several promising games, including Moss: The Forgotten Relic, FISH, and GEPPY-X, maintaining optimism for the future of gaming.
PlayStation CEO says Sony will be 'leveraging technologies that can be used in various forms and locations' for future consoles, potentially suggesting a PS6 handheld is in the cards
Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO Hideaki Nishino stated that "pick up and play" is crucial for future consoles, suggesting Sony is exploring new hardware formats beyond traditional TV-based gaming. He indicated a desire to leverage technologies for use in "various forms and locations," potentially signaling a return to the handheld market with devices like the PlayStation Portal and possibly a future PS6 handheld.
Share of the Week: Saros – Arjun Devraj
This week's "Share of the Week" highlights player-submitted screenshots of the character Arjun Devraj captured using Saros' new Photo Mode. Submissions featuring sparks, fireworks, and twinkling lights are encouraged for the next theme, with a deadline of July 1, 2026.
Morning Previews
This article provides previews for two upcoming games. The first is a "remaster I didn’t know I wanted" for Godzilla: Destroy All Monsters Melee. The second is a hands-on report for Star Wars: Galactic Racer on PlayStation.
Wildgate ‘hasn’t found a large enough audience to sustain ongoing development,’ but it’s staying online
Moonshot Games, led by Dustin Browder, has announced that heavy development on their multiplayer extraction RPG Wildgate is winding down due to a lack of a large enough audience. While the game will remain online and receive occasional bug fixes and balance updates, major content patches will cease. The game is available on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation platforms.
PlayStation Removing Purchased Content From Your Library Again
Sony Interactive Entertainment is again removing purchased content from PlayStation libraries, this time affecting Studio Canal titles for UK users on September 1, 2026, due to licensing agreements. This follows previous removals of Discovery content and earlier instances in 2022 for some European countries. PlayStation discontinued movie and TV purchases in August 2021 but allows purchases via Sony Pictures Core.
The Steam Machine knock-offs begin as Stim Machine attempts to offer a more powerful machine at the same price and shape
French retailer LDLC has launched the 'Stim Machine,' a PC designed to compete with Valve's Steam Machine. Priced identically to the base Steam Machine, the Stim Machine features more powerful components, including an AMD Ryzen 5 8400F CPU and an AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT GPU, offering a significant performance advantage. However, it lacks the Steam Machine's console-like TV integration features, such as CEC support.
Star Trek Online reveals next big content update, Undiscovered, starring Lisa Locicero and Robert Picardo
Star Trek Online's next major content update, Undiscovered, will feature Robert Picardo as The Doctor and Lisa Locicero as Lieutenant Miral Paris. The update, launching July 7th, includes a new event, an overhaul of Deep Space Encounters, and new ships, with console players receiving the Damocles Class and a double experience event for both PC and console players.
Can Axel Quest Scratch Your Classic Metroidvania Itch?
Axel Quest, a new retro-inspired Metroidvania from PowerSlash Studios and published by Ratalaika Games, has launched for PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. The game features pixel-art visuals, sword combat, exploration, and secrets, with Xbox Play Anywhere support for cross-platform play between Xbox and PC. It is available for £5.99.
Insomniac assures fans that Marvel's Wolverine will have a disc
Insomniac Games has confirmed that Marvel's Wolverine will include a physical disc in its retail version, addressing fan concerns sparked by Rockstar Games' decision to release Grand Theft Auto 6 with only a download code. This move aims to combat the second-hand market and provide consumers with more control over their purchases, contrasting with the trend of digital-only distribution.
Murder on the Disorient Express Pulls Into Console – A Whodunit You Can Shape?
Murder on the Disorient Express, an interactive detective adventure game, has been released on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch for £2.49. Developed and published by Infinite Zone, the game challenges players to solve a murder on a train before its destination, with player choices significantly impacting the unfolding story and leading to over a dozen possible endings.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced – 15 Key Details You Should Know Before Launch
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced will feature reworked 'playas' for new rewards, new voice lines from Matt Ryan as Edward Kenway, and a reimagined track by Woodkid. The campaign is playable offline after a one-time connection, achievements are completionist-friendly, and the PC version utilizes Denuvo Anti-tamper.
007 First Light Tops US Sales Charts For May 2026, Hits Fourth Place for Overall 2026 Sales
In May 2026, 007 First Light topped the US video game sales charts, followed by Forza Horizon 6 and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. Resident Evil Requiem remains the best-selling game of 2026 year-to-date, with 007 First Light in fourth place. Total video game spending in the US for May 2026 reached $4.2 billion, a 3% increase over the previous year, with consoles showing a significant 25% rise in spending, despite a decline in hardware unit sales for both PlayStation and Xbox.
1 year after launch, spaceship shooter Wildgate will end development after its next update
Moonshot Games is ending development on its PvPvE spaceship shooter Wildgate after one year due to a lack of players. While the game will continue to receive occasional bug fixes and balance updates, no further major content patches are planned. The studio will transition a core team to new projects, with no layoffs expected.
Sony’s “Stricter Guidelines” On Shovelware PlayStation Games Are Reportedly Targeting More Developers
Sony is reportedly enforcing stricter guidelines on shovelware games for the PlayStation Store, leading to the termination of partnerships with developers like Afil Games. This move aims to clean up the platform, with Afil Games confirming all its titles will be removed from the PlayStation Store but will continue to be available on Xbox and Nintendo platforms.
