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"Bleach: Brave Souls" 11th Anniversary Bankai Live Airs Monday, July 20 from 19:00 JST! Special Voice Actors Masakazu Morita, Noriaki Sugiyama, Yuki Matsuoka, Ryotaro Okiayu and Mitsuaki Madono are Scheduled to Make an Appearance
KLab Inc. announced that Bleach: Brave Souls will host its 11th Anniversary Bankai Live on Monday, July 20, 2026. The livestream will feature voice actors Masakazu Morita, Noriaki Sugiyama, Yuki Matsuoka, Ryotaro Okiayu, and Mitsuaki Madono, and will include gameplay, future update information, and news about the game. Various campaigns and contests will also be held during and after the broadcast.
This Isn’t The First Time PlayStation (And Others) Tried To Kill Used Games
This article discusses how Sony's move away from physical media by 2028 is a culmination of past industry trends, specifically the 'online pass' system implemented by publishers like EA, Ubisoft, and PlayStation in the late 2000s and early 2010s. This practice required single-use codes for online functionality, effectively hindering the used game market and leading to consumer backlash. Despite initial justifications related to online service costs, the practice was phased out, and Sony even championed used games for the PlayStation 4. The article suggests that current market trends, favoring digital sales, now allow platform holders to reintroduce similar restrictions.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for July 13 to 17
This week's Xbox releases from July 13 to 17 include a variety of genres across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass. Notable titles include the roguelike 'Ascend to ZERO', the tactical train-builder 'Fogpiercer', and the open-world extreme sports game 'MAVRIX by Matt Jones'.
Escape From Umbra Wants To Make You Fear The Dark
Escape From Umbra, an atmospheric puzzle adventure game developed and published by WildSphere, is now available on PC and multiple consoles including Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch. The game challenges players to escape a village haunted by a witch by using wits, a flashlight, and a book of clues, emphasizing stealth and puzzle-solving over combat.
Build Your Way Home In Damways
The puzzle game Damways, developed and published by Afil Games, has been released on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC. Priced at £4.19, the game challenges players to think like a beaver, using logs to build dams and alter routes across lakes to solve environmental puzzles.
‘Escape From Umbra’ Now Available: An Atmospheric Survival Horror Inspired by Witchcraft Legends
WildSphere has released its new survival horror and logic-puzzle game, Escape From Umbra, simultaneously on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Steam, and GOG. The game immerses players in an atmosphere of witchcraft and psychological horror, where they must escape a village ruled by a witch using a flashlight and a secret book of clues. A 10% launch discount is available for a limited time on Nintendo Switch, Steam, and GOG, with a playable demo also offered.
KEMCO RPG Selection Vol. 10 Bundles Four JRPG Adventures Into One Great-Value Xbox Collection
KEMCO has released KEMCO RPG Selection Vol. 10, a compilation of four JRPG titles for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The collection includes Infinite Links, Overrogue, Fairy Elements, and Dragon Prana, offering a variety of retro-inspired experiences for £33.49. This bundle provides a cost-effective way for players to enjoy dozens of hours of classic JRPG gameplay.
Palworld Nears 500,000 Concurrent Steam Players After Exiting Early Access
Palworld has officially launched its 1.0 version, exiting early access on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game has achieved over 485,000 concurrent players on Steam, with Pocketpair confirming over 40 million players total and maintaining the $29.99 price point. While future development is confirmed, a major update akin to No Man's Sky is unlikely due to engine limitations.
Palworld 1.0 Adds 72 New Pals, Reworks the Story, Expands the World Design, and Much More
Palworld 1.0 has been released, introducing a new region called Sunreach with floating islands, new Pals, and challenging Tower bosses. The update significantly reworks the story, expands world design with ancient ruins and settlements, and adds 72 new Pals, bringing the total to 287. The game is available on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, and PC, and has seen a surge in players on Steam.
Against The Storm enjoys free weekend on Steam
Against The Storm, the roguelite city builder from Eremite Games and published by Hooded Horse, is available for free on Steam until July 13. The game recently received an update with new content, balancing, and quality-of-life improvements. It is also available on PC via GOG, Epic Games Store, Microsoft Store, and Game Pass, as well as on PlayStation and Xbox consoles and Nintendo Switch.
Fallout's second season has been nominated for more Emmys, even if it's significantly fewer than last time
Amazon's live-action Fallout adaptation has received nine Emmy nominations for its second season, though this is fewer than the sixteen nominations it received for its first season. While it missed out on major categories like Outstanding Drama Series, the show secured nominations in various technical and genre-specific categories. Despite a perceived sophomore slump, Amazon declared Fallout's second season to be Prime Video's sixth biggest season of all time.
Shhh… Book It! Has A Library Full Of Puzzling Challenges
Book It!, a new puzzle game from Bad Minions and Little Giant, challenges players to organize books in a library setting. Developed by Tyne Forge Games, it is available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC. The game features 30 levels across two environments, focusing on careful planning and logic similar to classic box-pushing games.
“TROPICAL VACATION” PREMIUM DLC AND FREE UPDATE NOW AVAILABLE FOR HATSUNE MIKU LOGIC PAINT S+
KOMODO and Crypton Future Media have released the "Tropical Vacation" Premium DLC for Hatsune Miku Logic Paint S+ on Steam, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5. A free update also adds new puzzles and features for all players. The DLC includes new costumes, tropical-themed room items, and special puzzles that unlock a unique illustration.
Zaxoid Revives Golden Age Arcade Magic on XBOX
Zaxoid, a new twin-stick shooter inspired by classic arcade games, is now available on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. Developed by M80 Games Inc., the game aims to recapture the magic of golden-age arcades with modern production values and gameplay mechanics.
Palworld 1.0 Launch Trailer Highlights the Journey So Far and All the Upcoming New Content
Pocketpair's Palworld is launching its 1.0 version on July 10th, following a highly successful early access period that attracted over 40 million players. The update will introduce new Pals, a giant new landmass, offshore base-building, revised raid mechanics, and new equipment. The game will be available on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Palworld Will Remain $30 After Leaving Early Access: “A Small Way of Saying Thank You”
Pocketpair announced that Palworld will remain priced at $29.99 upon leaving early access with its 1.0 update on July 10th, contrary to previous plans to increase the price. The developer cited the game's massive success, surpassing 40 million players, as a reason to keep the price point as a thank you to the player base. The 1.0 update will launch for Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, and PC.
The 12 best pirate video games and how to play them right now
This article lists and discusses the 12 best pirate-themed video games available to play. It covers a range of titles from classic adventure games like The Secret of Monkey Island to modern titles such as Sea of Thieves and Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag, detailing their availability on various platforms and their unique pirate elements.
17 years later, Minecraft is finally adding somewhere to sit
Minecraft is introducing craftable cushions and new straw beds in its latest preview build, allowing players new ways to rest. These additions come as Mojang, an Xbox-owned studio, is impacted by significant layoffs affecting numerous gaming companies.
BUCKSHOT ROULETTE OUT NOW ON XBOX CONSOLES & XBOX GAME PASS
Buckshot Roulette is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Xbox Game Pass. The critically acclaimed Russian Roulette-style shooter developed by Mike Klubnika and published by CRITICAL REFLEX features both single-player and multiplayer modes. It is priced at $2.99.
DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2: FUTURE SAGA Chapter 4 Brings Fu’s Story To An Explosive Finale
DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2's FUTURE SAGA Chapter 4 DLC is now available, concluding Fu's storyline with new characters Goku (Ultra Supervillain Quelled) and Supreme Kai of Time (Ultra Supervillain). The expansion for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC introduces new missions, Ultra Time Patrol Battles, and over 1,000 illustrations.
