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Asdivine Knot for PC & Consoles: Wishlisting begins on XBOX, Steam and PlayStation!
KEMCO announced that the JRPG Asdivine Knot is coming to PC, Xbox consoles (including Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows), Steam, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation 4. Store pages are now available for wishlisting, with the game set to launch on July 8, 2026. The title features turn-based combat, extensive customization options, and a story about faith and betrayal.
Global gaming gift card and voucher demand rises 64% as players embrace more flexible digital spending
Global demand for gaming gift cards and vouchers surged by 64% year-on-year in the first half of 2026, with the UK market showing a remarkable 92% increase. Platforms like Razer Gold, PlayStation Network, and Steam were among the most popular choices, indicating a growing trend towards flexible digital spending and budgeting by players for games, DLC, and subscriptions.
Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis Shutting Down Oct 2026 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Square Enix will shut down the free-to-play RPG Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis on October 7, 2026. Players can no longer purchase premium currency, and the game will remain playable until the shutdown date. Refunds for unused premium currency are being offered to players in Taiwan, but not the Philippines. The game launched on iOS and Android in September 2023 and on PC via Steam in December 2023, but failed to maintain a significant player base despite featuring the story of a young Sephiroth.
Engagement Ring
An analyst claims that pre-orders for Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag on Steam have already surpassed the lifetime sales of Skull and Bones. Separately, the 2014 game The Binding of Isaac is reportedly setting new sales records on Steam.
Survey finds only 31% of Steam users have a problem with AI in games, with 43% totally fine with it
A survey of 3,800 Steam players by The GameDiscoverCo newsletter indicates that a significant portion of gamers are accepting of AI in game development, with 43% expressing no problem or being fine with it. While many players are neutral or slightly hesitant, nearly 90% of respondents stated they check AI disclaimers before purchasing a game, suggesting a demand for transparency from developers and publishers.
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma points the finger at Phil Spencer's strategy for yesterday's sweeping layoffs: 'We…
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has attributed recent sweeping layoffs and studio spinoffs to the previous strategy under Phil Spencer, stating that "we spread ourselves too thin" by making too many bets and not focusing on the core business. Sharma believes a return to a more conventional, console-focused approach is necessary for Xbox's health, despite rising hardware costs and potential customer debt from new financing models.
DOOM: The Dark Ages | Revelations
DOOM: The Dark Ages | Revelations, an all-new campaign expansion for DOOM: The Dark Ages, is now available. This expansion introduces six new levels, new demons, puzzles, and the Chain Spear weapon. It also includes new maps and demons for the Ripatorium 3.0 custom arena mode. The expansion is available standalone for $19.99 or as part of the Premium Edition for $34.99, and is playable on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation 5.
Steam-Powered Gal Climbing Game "Above the Sun" Launches on Steam
The steam-powered gal climbing game "Above the Sun" by indie studio 100nenmae games is set to launch on Steam for PC on July 8, 2026. Players control Yugemaru, a mechanic who must climb the Acid Tower using steam-powered legs while escaping rising acid, with randomly generated platforms and post-attempt selfies adding to the experience.
Explore the Terrifying Dreamscape Realm in Running With Scissors’ New Flesh & Wire Trailer
Running With Scissors has released a new trailer for Flesh & Wire, a dark and violent spinoff in the POSTAL franchise. The trailer introduces Angel, the new protagonist, and her feline companion Solomon, as they navigate a nightmarish world filled with conspiracy and retribution. Flesh & Wire is set to launch on PC via Steam and GOG, and PlayStation 5 in 2027.
Online Fantasy ARPG Farever’s Nightling Invasion Content Update Launches July 15
Shiro Games is launching the first major update for its online fantasy action RPG Farever, titled 'The Nightling Invasion,' on July 15 for PC via Steam Early Access. This update introduces new mechanics like demonic Rifts, a new region called Ramburg, world events for up to 15 players, and raises the level cap to 25. Game Director Quentin Lapeyre stated that the team plans to continue expanding the game's world with more updates throughout 2026.
Anime Girls Malware Affects Steam Users, Steals Cryptocurrency
Kaspersky has identified widespread malware distributed through Steam Workshop downloads disguised as Wallpaper Engine content, featuring anime characters. This malware targets Steam credentials and installs information stealers like Lumma and Vidar, which are designed to steal sensitive data, including cryptocurrency wallet credentials. The attacks have affected users globally, with a notable increase in malware targeting gamers and cryptocurrency users.
From Game Boy Cartridge to Steam - ORPHEUS: TO HELL AND BACK Launches July 13th
Studio Loading, Kibou Entertainment, and Alunite Inc. announced that ORPHEUS: TO HELL AND BACK, originally a Game Boy cartridge game, will launch on Steam on July 13th, 2026. The action-puzzle adventure game, funded on Kickstarter, features an 80s chibi-anime aesthetic and uses music-based mechanics to solve puzzles and combat enemies in a stylized ancient Greece and underworld setting.
Unusual Findings’ “Vinny’s Diary” Update Launches July 10 on All Platforms — Review Codes Available
The "Vinny's Diary" update for the 2D pixel-art action-adventure game Unusual Findings will launch on July 10 across PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. This free update includes new content, improved controls, expanded hint options, and performance enhancements. Review codes are available for media and content creators.
EVE Vanguard’s First Alpha Playtest, Operation Avalon, Deploys Today on Steam and the EVE Launcher
Fenris Creations has launched Operation Avalon, the first Alpha playtest for EVE Vanguard, an extraction-adventure FPS connected to EVE Online. Available for free on Steam and the EVE Launcher until July 20, this playtest introduces a new map, overhauled gunplay, expanded enemies, and a deeper risk-reward system. The playtest aims to refine the core experience and move towards a persistent 24/7 Alpha later this year.
Nophenia Achievements Guide - How to 100% on Steam
This guide details how to achieve 100% completion in the game Nophenia on Steam. It outlines specific tasks and achievements, including collecting meat, taking photos, interacting with ghosts, and performing repetitive actions like meowing, howling, jumping, and sleeping for extended periods.
Yellowcreek Stories: The Cabin Watcher arrives this summer to bring back the terror of '80s VHS slashers
JanduSoft and solo developer Carlos Azuaga announced that Yellowcreek Stories: The Cabin Watcher will launch on August 6 for Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series. This new horror game is inspired by 1980s VHS slasher films, featuring a writer trapped in a remote cabin with a masked killer.
Pearl Abyss Brings Crimson Desert to Gamescom 2026 with Samsung Electronics, Showcases Development Insights at Gamescom Dev
Pearl Abyss will showcase Crimson Desert at Gamescom 2026 in partnership with Samsung Electronics, featuring hands-on gameplay and developer presentations on its technology. The company will also host technical sessions at Gamescom dev, detailing world-building and the proprietary BlackSpace Engine. Crimson Desert has already sold over 6 million copies since its March release.
Meccha Chameleon Hits an Astonishing 15 Million Sales, Teases Collaboration With Famous Japanese Star — and Fans Have Theories for Who It Might Be
The indie multiplayer game Meccha Chameleon has achieved over 15 million sales on Steam less than a month after its launch. The developers have announced an upcoming collaboration with a famous Japanese star, sparking fan speculation about the identity of the collaborator.
Save Up To 80% Off Digital Games In Fanatical’s Red Hot Sale
Fanatical's Red Hot Sale is offering discounts of up to 80% on over 10,000 digital games, with a free game or coupon for purchases over $15. The sale includes titles from the Resident Evil franchise, Stellar Blade, Silent Hill f, Pragmata, Metaphor: ReFantazio, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Dave the Diver. Codes are redeemable via Steam and the sale runs until July 10.
Dev tells Valve to fix Steam's exploitable 2-hour refund policy as "over 55,000" players refund his short game and even brag about it in reviews
An indie developer has called out Valve's Steam refund policy, stating that over 55,000 players have refunded their short game, Paddle Paddle Paddle, despite overwhelmingly positive reviews. The developer highlights that the game's completion time is under the two-hour threshold for refunds, allowing players to finish the game and then request their money back, which they argue is exploitative.
