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When will GTA 6 Trailer 3 come out? Latest predictions and theories
Fans are speculating about the release date of the third trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6, with predictions centering around Take-Two Interactive's upcoming earnings call. While past marketing for Grand Theft Auto 5 suggests a gameplay trailer could arrive in September, two months before the November 19, 2026 release date, the article notes that Rockstar Games' marketing strategies can be unpredictable.
Here's your next batch of Xbox Game Pass games for July
Xbox has announced new games coming to its Game Pass subscription service throughout July and into early August. Headlining the additions are Halo: Campaign Evolved and Hell Is Us, with other titles like The Planet Crafter and Beast of Reincarnation also joining the lineup. Several games will also be leaving the service on July 31st.
NHL 27: How to Play Early & Deluxe Edition Contents
NHL 27 is set to launch worldwide on September 11, 2026, with Macklin Celebrini as its youngest cover star. Players can access the game seven days early by purchasing the Deluxe Edition for $99/£99.99, which includes various in-game bonuses. Alternatively, an EA Play subscription offers a 10-hour trial starting during the early access period.
Darkest Dungeon DLC Adds The Runaway, The Duelist — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Red Hook Studios announced a new DLC for Darkest Dungeon, launching August 18, which adds two heroes from Darkest Dungeon II: The Runaway and The Duelist. The DLC will be available on PC, Mac, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch, with an Xbox release to follow. The article also briefly praises the original Darkest Dungeon as a top roguelike and recommends its sequel.
Halo’s PlayStation Debut Could Also Be Its Farewell
Microsoft's Xbox division is undergoing a significant strategic shift, moving away from broad multi-platform releases like Halo: Campaign Evolved towards a renewed focus on console exclusivity. This change, spearheaded by CEO Asha Sharma, involves scaling back the Xbox division and potentially canceling unannounced titles, though games already expected on other platforms will proceed. The article analyzes the implications of this shift for future Halo titles and the broader gaming landscape, considering factors like sales, player acquisition, and potential exclusive benefits for Xbox players.
Xbox Backwards Compatibility for PC is Now Live With BLiNX: The Time Sweeper and More
Xbox has launched backwards compatibility for several original Xbox titles on PC, including BLiNX: The Time Sweeper, Conker: Live and Reloaded, Crimson Skies: High Road to Revenge, and Fuzion Frenzy. These games are available for purchase and included with all Game Pass tiers, offering enhanced features like resolution upscaling and improved graphics. This initiative aims to preserve older Xbox games and bring them to PC, with plans for more titles and achievements to be added over time.
How To Get Halo: Campaign Evolved Early Access
Players can get early access to Halo: Campaign Evolved by pre-ordering the Premium Edition, which includes bonus armor and weapon skins, a digital artbook, and a short story. The Premium Edition costs $69.99, with an upgrade option for $20 for those who pre-ordered the standard version. Early access begins on July 23, with the standard release on July 28, available on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC.
Palworld 1.0 has already moved over 1.8 million copies for Pocketpair, analyst estimates, with 65% of players on Steam
Pocketpair's survival game Palworld has reportedly sold approximately 1.8 million copies since its 1.0 update on July 10, according to analyst estimates. The game has reached over 40 million players across platforms, with Steam accounting for 65% of its player base. The analyst also noted that Palworld has generated around $700 million in revenue.
This Horror Game Is Getting Mixed Reviews, But Its Best Parts Are Amazing
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu, a four-player co-op horror game inspired by Lethal Company, offers a unique "tripping balls" mechanic where players must discern reality from illusion. Despite lacking polish and receiving mixed Steam reviews due to clunky combat and distracting first-person view elements, its core concept is praised for its originality and immersive, paranoia-inducing gameplay. The game is available on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation 5, with a limited-time introductory discount on PC.
Albion Online recaps its last year of major updates and looks ahead to the arrival of dragons
Albion Online is celebrating its ninth anniversary with a look back at the past year's major updates, including the Royal Continent refresh, visual improvements, and its launch on Xbox. The developer, Sandbox Interactive, is also teasing upcoming dragon content that will serve as incentives for conflict and exploration. The article also mentions ongoing anniversary contests and recent patch updates.
The Best Casino-Inspired Xbox Games To Try
This article highlights several casino-inspired games available on Xbox, including The Four Kings Casino and Slots, Poker Club, Prominence Poker, and the Diamond Casino & Resort within Grand Theft Auto V Online. These titles offer various gambling experiences, from social hubs to competitive poker tournaments, all accessible from the comfort of home.
"The concept of [Xbox] Game Pass was good" despite its eventual faceplant now contributing to mass job losses, reckons Forza Horizon 5 director
Mike Brown, former creative director for Forza Horizon 5, believes the concept of Xbox Game Pass was fundamentally good, despite its current struggles leading to significant layoffs within Microsoft's gaming division. He suggests that while the service was a well-intentioned, player-focused idea, it failed to gain enough subscribers at the necessary price point to be financially viable. Brown also defended Phil Spencer and Sarah Bond, acknowledging their roles in the Game Pass push while noting the harsh criticism they face on social media.
Xbox admits its game exclusivity strategy isn't "obvious", but insists Gears of War and Clockwork Revolution won't be the only non-PlayStation games
Xbox executives Matthew Ball and Matt Booty discussed the company's evolving game exclusivity strategy, acknowledging it may not be obvious to players. While confirming that Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution will be exclusive, they indicated more titles are planned, and the distinction between single-player exclusives and multi-platform live-service games is not strictly defined.
A new retro and gaming exhibition arrives next month at Kingston University
Kingston University is hosting a free retro and gaming exhibition from August 5th to 11th, featuring over 60 playable machines from the 1970s to the present day. The exhibition, organized by the Archive of Retro Computing at Kingston University (ARC@KU), will showcase classic titles and consoles like Sonic the Hedgehog, Pac-Man, Tomb Raider, ZX Spectrum, Commodore 64, and Atari 2600. The event aims to celebrate and preserve video game history, making it accessible to the public.
Evening Consolidation
A trailer has been released for the game Nightmare Shift, which is being developed for Xbox platforms. The trailer provides a glimpse into the gameplay and atmosphere of the upcoming title.
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic – Remake Might be Revealed in Late 2026 – Rumor
A new report suggests that the remake of Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic is progressing well under Saber Interactive, with a potential reveal planned for late 2026, though this could be pushed to 2027. Development was initially handled by Aspyr before being transferred to Mad Head Games, working with Saber Interactive. The original 2003 RPG was developed by BioWare.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta Dates Confirmed
Activision and Infinity Ward have announced the confirmed dates for the upcoming beta tests for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. The beta will be available across PC, Nintendo, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms.
Former Valve writer says PlayStation killing physical discs is no conspiracy: "You, the consumer, have made your…
Former Valve writer Chet Faliszek argues that consumers are responsible for PlayStation's move away from physical discs, citing a strong preference for digital purchases. He points to low physical sales figures and the popularity of digital-only services like Game Pass as evidence that players have driven this industry shift.
Modern Warfare 4 beta dates set for August, and this year Game Pass subscribers get no special treatment
The multiplayer beta for Modern Warfare 4 will take place in August, with the first weekend (August 21-25) exclusively for pre-order customers on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox. A second, public beta weekend (August 28 to September 1) will be available on all platforms, including the Nintendo Switch 2. Notably, Game Pass subscribers will not receive early access to the beta this year.
Star Trek Online: Undiscovered comes to consoles next week with a ‘reimagined’ Klingon storyline
Star Trek Online: Undiscovered is launching on Xbox and PlayStation on the 28th, featuring a reimagined Klingon storyline and voice acting from Robert Picardo and Lisa LoCicero. This update, which previously released on PC in July, revisits the classic Klingon War era with updated graphics and cutscenes.
