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Wolfenstein (2009) Might Get Remaster Announcement at QuakeCon 2026 – Rumor
A rumor suggests that Microsoft and Bethesda Softworks may announce a remaster of the 2009 game Wolfenstein at QuakeCon 2026. Recent updates to the game's SteamDB page, including mentions of Steam Deck compatibility and controller glyphs, hint at a potential re-release. The original title, developed by Raven Software, was previously delisted from Steam.
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla Director Returns to Ubisoft to Direct More Games in the Franchise
Eric Baptizat, director of Assassin's Creed Valhalla, has returned to Ubisoft to serve as the Game Director for the entire Assassin's Creed brand. Baptizat previously worked on titles like Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag and Assassin's Creed Origins before leading the Dead Space remake at EA Motive. His return is seen as a positive development for the future of the franchise, with new titles like Codename Hexe and Codename Jade in development for PC and consoles.
Xbox's free 25th anniversary gifts include a dynamic theme and avatars
Xbox is offering free 25th anniversary gifts to players, including a dynamic theme and avatars. These digital items celebrate a significant milestone for the gaming platform.
Beholder: Conductor Review | TheXboxHub
Beholder: Conductor adapts the series' surveillance and moral dilemma gameplay to a train setting, where players act as a conductor enforcing a totalitarian regime's rules. While the game offers tense situations, unexpected consequences, and dark humor, it is hampered by uneven pacing, awkward console controls, and potentially brutal difficulty spikes on higher settings. Despite its grim atmosphere and replayability through multiple endings, Beholder: Conductor falls short of being an essential experience.
Marvel Rivals Season 9.5 will decrease the game's file size on PC and consoles
NetEase Games is releasing Season 9.5 for Marvel Rivals, which will introduce The Hood and significantly reduce the game's file size on PC and consoles. PC players will see a decrease of approximately 40GB, while PlayStation and Xbox users will experience a 15GB reduction. Despite the smaller install size, no visual fidelity compromises have been made.
I Want to Play the Villain! Will Let You Rewrite The Cast
I Want to Play the Villain! is a new logic puzzler from Triomatica Games, the developers behind Boxville. Players will direct actors in theatre productions, matching personalities to roles and ensuring successful performances. The game is set to release on Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, PC, iOS, and Android, with a free Steam demo available on August 17th.
Game Guidance
This guide provides early-game tips for managing the miasma in Beast of Reincarnation. It offers advice for players on Xbox to help them navigate the challenges of the game.
Gears of War: E-Day Open Beta Leads Xbox Game Pass August 2026 Lineup
The Xbox Game Pass lineup for August 2026 will include the open beta for Gears of War: E-Day, available to Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers. Several other games are also set to join the service during the first half of the month.
Microsoft’s Xbox 360 Library Is PC-Bound — But Not Until 2027-2028
Microsoft plans to gradually bring its Xbox 360 game library to PC between 2027 and 2028, according to a leaked developer document. These games will be playable on future 'Project Helix' consoles, 'Xbox PCs,' and handheld devices, with developers holding the key to which titles are included and if they appear on Game Pass. The article also details a disc-to-digital program for Xbox One and Series X/S games, where inserting a physical disc grants a digital license tied to the account, but this license is lost if the disc is sold.
Xbox Could Be Planning To Make Xbox 360 Games Playable On PC
A new report suggests Microsoft is planning to make Xbox 360 games playable on PC and future Xbox consoles, potentially between 2027 and 2028. This initiative would allow developers to set their own prices for these titles and decide on Xbox Game Pass availability, expanding on Microsoft's recent move to bring original Xbox games to PC.
Kynseed Review | TheXboxHub
Kynseed is a life simulation game that rewards patience and persistence, blending a fantastical adventure with sinister elements like Fae contracts and dark monsters. The game features deep business management mechanics, including running shops and hiring staff, alongside farming, relationships, and combat. While the game's core loop involves significant grinding, it offers a vast amount of content for players willing to invest the time.
Handheld prices are still soaring, but at least the Lenovo Legion Go S is now cheaper than Steam Deck
Gaming handheld prices have significantly increased in 2026, with the Steam Deck OLED now priced at $789. However, the Lenovo Legion Go S has seen a substantial discount, dropping to $635.54, making it a more affordable option compared to the Steam Deck OLED and the Xbox ROG Ally.
Beast of Reincarnation launches to mixed reviews on Steam and Metacritic as players disagree over whether the Pokemon devs' action RPG has "slick" or "uninspired" combat
Game Freak's new action RPG, Beast of Reincarnation, has launched to mixed reviews on Steam and Metacritic, with players divided on its combat system. While some praise its "slick" and "innovative" mechanics, others find it "uninspired" and "repetitive."
Microsoft will let devs bring more Xbox 360 games to PC in the coming years via backwards compatibility, leaked document suggests
A leaked document suggests Microsoft plans to allow developers to bring their Xbox 360 games to PC in the coming years as part of an expanded backwards compatibility initiative. Developers will reportedly be able to set prices and decide if these games will be available on Xbox Game Pass, with a gradual rollout expected between 2027 and 2028. The company also appears to be working on a disc-to-digital program for Xbox One and Xbox Series X games.
Microsoft is working on making Xbox 360 games playable on PC, leaked document reveals
A leaked document suggests Microsoft is planning to make Xbox 360 games playable on PC through the Xbox app, potentially including handhelds like the ASUS ROG Ally. Developers will reportedly have control over pricing and Game Pass inclusion for their backward-compatible titles. This initiative is part of a broader plan for next-generation devices, with original Xbox games also targeting a PC release in 2026.
PlayStation and Xbox's most played games are, once again, exactly what you expect them to be
Analyst Mat Piscatella revealed that the most played games on PlayStation and Xbox remain dominated by long-running live service titles and annual sports games, with minimal changes year-over-year. Fortnite leads both platforms, followed by a familiar lineup including Roblox, Call of Duty, and Grand Theft Auto 5, with minor variations between the console ecosystems.
Uppgift: Microsoft vill släppa Xbox 360-spel på pc och Project Helix
Microsoft is reportedly offering rights holders the opportunity to release their Xbox 360 games on PC, potentially through a program called Xbox Backward Compatibility on PC. These titles would also be compatible with future hardware like the next-generation Xbox console, codenamed Project Helix, and handheld devices such as the Xbox Ally X. The rollout is expected between 2027 and 2028, with publishers deciding on pricing and Game Pass inclusion.
Hidden Gems of Game Design Vol 50
This 50th volume of the 'Hidden Gems' feature highlights overlooked games from the past. It discusses Addams Family Values, Wipeout 3: Special Edition, DoDonPachi, Carmageddon, and Disney's Chicken Little, exploring their unique design elements, commercial struggles, and lasting impact.
Rumor Mill
A rumor suggests that Microsoft is planning to bring Xbox 360 games to PC. This potential move would expand the library of backward-compatible titles available on the PC platform.
Games Inbox: Will the Xbox reset work for Microsoft?
Readers express concern over recent price increases for Xbox consoles and PC GPUs, questioning Microsoft's strategy and the future of console gaming. Discussions also touch on Nintendo's Direct presentation approach and the ongoing debate about digital versus physical game sales, with a focus on potential EU intervention regarding Sony's digital store practices.
