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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.
How to use new controllers with retro consoles
This guide explains how to use modern controllers with retro consoles using adapters and dongles. It covers Bluetooth and 2.4GHz wireless options, detailing compatibility with various controllers like DualSense and Xbox Wireless, and discusses latency differences and charging solutions. The article also touches on ergonomic considerations for different retro systems.
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.
Wall World 2 Digs Even Deeper As The Mining Roguelite Returns To Xbox
Wall World 2, the sequel to the 2023 mining roguelite, has launched on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC with Xbox Play Anywhere support. The game expands on the original's concept of piloting a robospider up a colossal wall, featuring larger mines, tougher enemies, new biomes, and expanded combat mechanics. Priced at £11.74, it offers a deeper progression system and more mysteries within its procedurally generated world.
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.
Palworld 1.0 Includes Offshore Base Building, Revamped Raid Mechanics, and Much More
Palworld 1.0 is set to launch on July 10th, exiting early access with significant updates including offshore base building, revamped raid mechanics, and new story missions. The update will also feature improved existing areas, new Pals, firearms, equipment, and reworked tower bosses. The game will be available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is "sort of the successor" to Final Fantasy creator's overlooked JRPG Lost Odyssey, lead says: "Truly one of the most powerful, emotional experiences of my life"
Guillaume Broche, director of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, has praised Hironobu Sakaguchi's JRPG Lost Odyssey, calling it a successor to his own work and one of the most powerful emotional experiences he's had as a gamer. Broche highlighted Lost Odyssey's linear structure, random battles, and ambitious story, noting its rarity as a turn-based game with realistic graphics. He also mentioned that Lost Odyssey is available digitally on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.
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.
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.
Zaxoid Mixes Retro With Roguelite
Zaxoid, a new twin-stick shooter with roguelite elements and retro inspiration, has been released on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. Developed and published by M80 Games Inc., the game features frantic action, ship upgrades, and the ability to switch between aerial combat and ground assaults.
Bone Marrow 2 Resurrects A Familiar Puzzle Formula
Bone Marrow 2, the sequel to the 2048-inspired puzzle game, is now available for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC. The game introduces new heroes, a day-and-night cycle, and expanded tactical decision-making to its core merging mechanics, which now involve equipment and survival resources instead of just numbers.
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.
Love Finds A Second Chance – In Fair Spirits
In Fair Spirits, a visual novel developed by ebi-hime and published by Ratalaika Games, is now available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. The game tells an emotional, character-driven story spanning centuries, blending romance, reincarnation, and personal healing for £8.79.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for July 6 to 10
This weekly feature highlights new games releasing on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between July 6 and July 10. Titles include Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, EA SPORTS College Football 27, Palworld 1.0, and Wuthering Waves, among many others across various genres.
Scholar Adventure: Mystery of Silence Invites Players Into A Quiet Conspiracy
Scholar Adventure: Mystery of Silence, a point-and-click mystery game developed and published by DevilishGames, is now available on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S for £7.49. The game challenges players to unravel a conspiracy within a secluded abbey where a vow of silence is strictly enforced, blending classic puzzle-solving with atmospheric pixel art.
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.
Free To Play? The Legend of Fireball Blasts Onto Xbox With Explosive Upgrades
The Legend of Fireball has launched on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S as a free-to-play title. Players can download the base game at no cost, with optional Hot and Deluxe Editions available for purchase, bundling DLC, boosters, and in-game currency to accelerate progress.
