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Fight or Kite: Flawed Tactics is an autobattler that blends tactics, deckbuilding, and a unique self-balancing system
Flawed Tactics is a new autobattler that combines deckbuilding and a unique self-balancing system designed to keep the meta fresh. Developed by Flawed Games, the title aims to address common player frustrations with overpowered builds by dynamically adjusting in-game costs based on usage. The game is available on Steam and features Pokemon-inspired minion designs.
Halo: Campaign Evolved early adopters were unable to play the game on Steam as it kept forcing them to look at the art…
Early adopters of Halo: Campaign Evolved on Steam encountered issues at launch, with the game repeatedly opening an art book instead of the game itself. A fix was quickly deployed, and a workaround involved uninstalling the art book via Steam properties. Players also reported problems linking their Microsoft accounts, a necessary step to play the game.
The original Metal Gear Solid is free to play on Steam this weekend as Konami gears up for Master Collection Volume 2
Konami is offering Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Volume 1 for free on Steam for a limited time, coinciding with the upcoming release of Volume 2. This promotion allows players to experience the original PlayStation classic, its VR missions, and the Integral version, alongside a discounted price for the collection and details about Volume 2's enhancements.
On Sale
Several PC games are currently on sale on Steam, with significant discounts available. Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora is 40% off, Builder Simulator is 85% off, and Caribbean Legend is 75% off.
Star Wars Zero Company reveals cast, including fan favorite actors from Clone Wars animated series
Star Wars Zero Company, a squad tactics game from ex-Firaxis XCOM developers, has revealed its main cast, including Dee Bradley Baker as Trick and Matt Lanter as Anakin Skywalker. The game will also feature voice actors Vic Michaelis, Alex McKenna, Judy Alice Lee, and D.C. Douglas. Star Wars Zero Company is set to release on August 27 for PC at a price of $50.
Retro PSX-Style Grindhouse Horror Adventure The Skin Stapler Launches Soon
Tainted Pact Games' upcoming PSX-style horror adventure, The Skin Stapler, is set to launch on Steam and GOG on August 6th, 2026, for $14.99. The game features classic PS1 visuals, noir-inspired storytelling, and dark comedy, placing players in the role of Detective Dick Slater as he hunts a serial killer known as The Skin Stapler in the crime-ridden Carrion City.
Steam adds wishlist categories and cross-region gifting
Valve has updated Steam with new wishlist categories for better organization and improved gifting features, including cross-region gifting. Users can now create custom categories for their wishlists, customize notification settings, and share specific filtered views. Gifting has been enhanced to automatically calculate regional pricing at checkout, and the guest checkout process now supports purchasing games and gifts.
Dinoblade, out now, is equal parts janky, genuinely sick and silly as hell
Dinoblade, developed by Jean Nguyen of Team Spino, is a newly released indie game that combines janky elements with satisfying combat. Players control a spinosaurus fighting other dinosaurs with bladed weapons, featuring mechanics similar to Sekiro with parrying and combo emphasis. Despite some environmental clunkiness and occasional bugs, the game offers a rip-roaring time, with a demo available and the full game on Steam.
MMO Business Roundup: CliffyB is back, a crackdown on Steam criming, and Palworld’s 30.5M sales
This MMO business roundup covers several industry developments, including Cliff Bleszinski's return with plans for a comeback after the failures of LawBreakers and Radical Heights. It also notes a temporary pause on the Warner Bros. buyout due to antitrust concerns, an indictment in Florida for malware injection into Steam games, and Palworld's continued sales success, reaching an estimated 30.5 million copies sold.
Dev baffled as Valve pauses their Steam release to painstakingly review "dozens of untextured polygons depicting…
The indie game Future? No Thanks! has been delayed on Steam due to Valve's content review process, which is examining its depiction of nudity. Developer Molleindustria expressed frustration, noting that the mild nudity and the game's demo had previously passed review. The release is now pending the completion of Valve's assessment.
Steam Gifting and Wishlist Changes
Steam has announced changes to its gifting and wishlist features to improve user experience. The updates aim to reduce friction for users wanting to purchase games for others, including adjustments for cross-region gifting.
Birds of War Takes Flight
HexNest Games has released its team-based PvP aerial combat game, Birds of War, on Windows via Steam. The game features flying creatures instead of traditional aircraft.
Release Dates/Windows
Several games have announced their release dates. Deadliest Pigeon will launch on August 6th, and Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero is set for July 30th. Additionally, the game Liquidation will be released in Early Access.
Avatar: The Last Airbender fighting game delayed on Xbox just hours before release, but not on PS5 or Steam
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game has been delayed on Xbox Series X/S due to unforeseen backend issues, pushing its release to September 3. The game launched as planned on July 23 for PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. Developer Gameplay Group cited the delay was necessary for a critical backend feature, while also addressing past scrutiny regarding the involvement of Mike Zaimont.
RuneScape Monopoly pre-orders are open, complete with Bob the Cat and cabbage tokens
Jagex has opened pre-orders for a special RuneScape edition of Monopoly, priced at £49.99 in the UK and $59.99 in the US, with shipping expected to begin in October 2026. The game features locations and tokens from the MMORPG, including Bob the Cat and cabbage tokens. This collaboration is part of Jagex's plans for RuneScape's 25th anniversary and coincides with the relaunch of the official RuneScape Merch Store.
Dodo Duckie Is A Charming Dimension-Switching Adventure
Dodo Duckie, a new puzzle platformer adventure game developed by BornMonkie, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and Steam. The game features a dimension-switching mechanic where players can swap between 2D and 3D perspectives to solve puzzles and navigate colorful alien worlds. PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch versions are planned for release later this year.
I Think Murder Meet Cute is a Game Changer [Seriously]
Murder Meet Cute is presented as a game changer, blending a serial killer mystery with a computer repair simulation. The game features retro-inspired operating systems and interactive forums reminiscent of the 90s internet boom, alongside FMV-style visuals. The article highlights the game's unique aesthetic, its alternative protagonist, and its witty writing, encouraging players to try the demo.
What time does Halo Campaign Evolved release?
Halo Campaign Evolved will have a global simultaneous release on July 28 at 3pm UTC across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. Owners of the Premium Edition can access the game up to five days earlier, starting July 23 at 3pm UTC. The article also details pre-loading options and the importance of linking Microsoft accounts for cross-play and cross-progression.
Albion Online’s Dragonfire update adds dragons, a new realm, and Fire Drake mounts
Sandbox Interactive announced that the Dragonfire update for Albion Online will launch on August 31, 2026. This free update introduces dragons, a new realm called the Ancient Lands, new equipment, a raid dungeon, and the ability to raise Fire Drake mounts. The update will be available on PC, Xbox, Android, and iOS.
ICBM: Escalation - Assassin's Mace Announced
SoftWarWare and Slitherine have announced Assassin's Mace, a new DLC for their ballistic RTS game ICBM: Escalation. The DLC is scheduled to release in September on Steam for Windows. The content is set in China.