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BeastLink Drops Battlefield-Scale Warfare Into a Pacific Rim Kaiju Sandbox
BeastLink, a third-person shooter combining Battlefield's scale with Pacific Rim's kaiju chaos, has launched in Early Access on Steam for $19.99, with an Xbox version planned. Developed by Grove Street Games, the game features fully destructible environments, 32-player matches, and the ability to control giant monsters. Despite some anticipated bugs and past controversies surrounding the developer, the game offers a unique experience for players seeking large-scale destruction and combat.
Evening Reading - August 25, 2026
This article reports on the passing of country music legend Dolly Parton, highlighting her philanthropic work, particularly her Imagination Library initiative that promotes childhood literacy. It also includes various gaming news announcements from Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026, such as new bundles for Nintendo Switch, the announcement of Rollercoaster Tycoon Wonderworks, and release dates for games like Mewgenics and Path of Exile 2.
"It's been a difficult time for console hardware," says Unity CEO, but costs will come down and console games will continue to thrive: "We'll see that with GTA"
Unity Technologies CEO Matthew Bromberg acknowledges current cost pressures on console hardware, citing RAM shortages and trade wars as temporary factors. He remains optimistic about the future of console gaming, predicting a resurgence of engaging titles and a eventual decrease in hardware costs, with Grand Theft Auto serving as an example of continued console entertainment success.
Xbox Will Let You Digitize Your Xbox One and Series X Discs, Goes Live on August 31st for Insiders
Xbox is launching a new feature for Insiders on August 31st that allows users to convert physical Xbox One and Xbox Series X game discs into digital copies. This initiative aims to support game preservation by enabling players to claim digital entitlements for thousands of titles, offering benefits like cloud gaming and Xbox Play Anywhere. While not all games will be immediately supported, Xbox plans to add more titles over time.
'We wanted to go out with a bang' — Geralt returns in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Songs of the Past's new trailer, promising a final action-packed journey ahead of The Witcher 4
CD Projekt Red has revealed the first trailer for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's final expansion, Songs of the Past, featuring Geralt's last adventure before passing the torch to Ciri in The Witcher 4. Co-developed with Fool's Theory, the expansion introduces a new region called Letten, new monsters, and a chain weapon first seen in The Witcher 1. The game is slated for a 2027 release, with The Witcher 4 targeting 2028.
When is Stage Tour coming out?
RedOctane's rhythm game Stage Tour, a spiritual successor to Guitar Hero, will be released on December 10, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox, and PC. The game will feature over 90 songs and include all necessary peripherals like a guitar, microphone, and drum kit.
Gears of War: E-Day Release Date Announced For October
Gears of War: E-Day, featuring Marcus and Dom, is set to launch on October 6, 2026. The game will be exclusive to Xbox and PC platforms, with no release planned for PlayStation.
Aliens Fireteam Elite 2 has officially launched to rough reviews under the Daybreak banner
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 has launched on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox consoles, but has received mixed to negative reviews on Steam shortly after release. Players are citing issues with the game's price, gameplay, animations, and character models. The developers, Cold Iron Studios under Daybreak, also faced backlash for shutting down the original game's Switch version, offering a discount for the sequel to affected players.
Xbox has a bunch of translucent green accessories for the console's 25th birthday
Xbox is releasing a collection of translucent green accessories to celebrate the console's 25th anniversary. The new accessories are designed to commemorate this milestone for the gaming platform.
How Xbox controllers have changed in the last 25 years
Over its 25-year history, Microsoft's Xbox controllers have maintained core design elements like the familiar ABXY buttons and offset thumbsticks. The article details the subtle but significant changes made to the controller's design throughout its evolution.
Razer just dropped a PC setup's worth of Xbox accessories that still cost less than the rumored price of the 25th…
Razer has launched a new line of officially licensed Xbox accessories featuring a transparent green retro design to celebrate the Xbox 25th Anniversary. The collection includes earbuds, a keyboard, and a gaming mouse, with prices ranging from $179.99 to $209.99. Other companies like 8BitDo and GameSir are also releasing anniversary-themed accessories.
PlayStation 5 Getting Collection of Games in Series Not Seen Since PS3
The Alien Breed franchise is returning with the Alien Breed 35th Anniversary Collection, featuring six classic titles from the 90s. This collection will be available for PlayStation 5, PC, and Xbox on September 24, 2026, with improved graphics, twin-stick and mouse/keyboard support, and new online modes like Horde and Rush.
The Asus ROG Xbox Ally X20 Costs $1,300, And The OLED Screen Better Be Worth It
Asus has opened preorders for the new ASUS ROG Ally X20 handheld gaming PC, priced at $1,300. This upgraded model features a 7.4-inch 1080p OLED 120Hz HDR display, an 80Wh battery, 1TB of storage, and 24GB of RAM. The price increase is attributed to global memory shortages affecting component costs.
The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape from Butcher Bay Remains One of the Most Underrated Games Ever
The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape from Butcher Bay is highlighted as an exceptionally underrated game that was a strong contender for Game of the Year upon its release on Xbox. It is noted for transcending the typical quality of licensed video games.
Ready to watch Gamescom Opening Night Live?Here’s everything you need to know – times, line-up and more
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026, hosted by Geoff Keighley and Eefje Depoortere, will kick off the gaming convention on August 25th. The two-hour show will feature trailers and announcements for games including The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, and Gears of War: E-Day, alongside new game reveals. The event will be streamed on YouTube and Twitch, with a pre-show starting 30 minutes prior.
Open-world Iron Man game footage leaks, showing an hour of Just Cause dev Avalanche's cancelled Marvel game
Gameplay footage from a cancelled open-world Iron Man game developed by Avalanche Studios for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 has leaked online. The project, which was in development around 2012, was reportedly cancelled due to Disney's decision to shorten its development schedule. The footage showcases flying, combat, and similarities to Avalanche's Just Cause series.
ROG Xbox Ally X20 pre-orders are now live, prices start from $1,299.99 with standalone handhelds available
Pre-orders for the ASUS ROG Ally X20, a refreshed gaming handheld, are now live with prices starting at $1,299.99. This new model features a 7.4-inch 1080P 120Hz OLED display but retains the same AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme APU, 24GB RAM, and 1TB storage as its predecessor. The standalone handheld and an AR Glasses bundle will be released on October 15.
Preorder the ROG XBOX Ally X20 Starting Today
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35 years on Commodore brings back Alien Breed to a brand new audience
Commodore is relaunching its publishing arm with the Alien Breed 35th Anniversary Collection, bringing all six original Amiga-era games to PC, PlayStation, and Xbox on September 24, 2026, with a Nintendo Switch version to follow. The collection features modern controls, online co-op, and a virtual museum with development materials. Commodore president and CEO Peri Fractic stated that the series was the ideal project to restart the company's publishing operations.
Lou’s Lagoon Review | TheXboxHub
Lou's Lagoon is a charming tropical crafting and exploration adventure developed by Tiny Roar. Players help Uncle Lou run an airborne delivery service on the Limbo Archipelago, uncovering a mystery while cleaning up islands, collecting materials, and crafting items for inhabitants. Despite some quest progression frustrations, the game offers a relaxing experience with distinct island designs and plenty to discover.
