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Here’s Your Chance To Get Lego Batman: Legacy Of the Dark Knight For Just $1
A deal is available for Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, allowing players to potentially acquire it for $1 through Fanatical's Mystery Vault Bundle. This bundle offers random Steam keys, with the chance to receive the Lego Batman title among other games. The article praises the game's humor and family-friendly approach, comparing it favorably to previous Lego titles.
Attack on Titan 3 announces Nintendo Switch 2 release date, new trailer and more
Koei Tecmo has announced that Attack on Titan 3 will be released on December 10, 2026, for Nintendo Switch 2 and other platforms. Pre-order bonuses include customization items, with additional bonuses for players with save data from Attack on Titan 2 / Final Battle. The game compiles the series' story, features new battles against the Nine Titans, and enhanced omni-directional mobility action.
Nintendo Direct just for Fire Emblem Fortune's Weave coming tomorrow with 20 minutes of strategy RPG news –…
Nintendo will host a 20-minute Nintendo Direct tomorrow focused on Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, airing on August 4, 2026. The presentation will delve into details about the strategy RPG, which is set to launch on September 17, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch. The game is expected to be Nintendo's biggest release of 2026 and will feature four distinct stories.
Rösta! Vilka spel ser du fram emot i augusti?
August is set to be a busy month for game releases, featuring titles like Beast of Reincarnation, Big Walk, and Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls. Notable releases also include Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, Super Mario Sunshine on Nintendo Switch, and the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 expansion Cost of Hope. The month concludes with Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, a new A Plague Tale installment, and Star Wars Zero Company.
This week in PC games: Beast of Reincarnation, Big Walk, and Marvel Tōkon, plus a round table RPG, some flammable robots, and a flock of lovestruck pigeons
This week's PC game releases include a variety of genres such as the RTS Flow of War, the post-apocalyptic action RPG Beast of Reincarnation, and the multiplayer puzzle game Big Walk. Other notable titles include the roguelite Anomaly President, the turn-based RPG Cielle is Not Happy, and the tag-team fighter MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls.
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 joins this week’s eShop roundup
Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Complete Edition is now available on the Nintendo Switch 2, featuring 4K resolution and 60fps. The Nintendo eShop also sees new releases like Big Walk and Parkasaurus, alongside pre-orders for EA SPORTS Madden NFL 27. Additionally, new music playlists and in-game events for Donkey Kong Bananza are highlighted.
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Switch 2 release date
FromSoftware has announced that Elden Ring Tarnished Edition will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 on August 28, 2026. This version includes the base game and the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, along with new gear available as DLC for other platforms. The release was delayed from an initial 2025 date due to performance concerns.
The Blood of Dawnwalker Could Make RPG Choices Matter Again
The Blood of Dawnwalker aims to revitalize choice and consequence in open-world action RPGs, a feature many recent titles have lacked. Developed by Rebel Wolves, featuring veterans from CD Projekt RED, the game emphasizes meaningful player decisions that impact the narrative, drawing comparisons to classics like Fallout and The Witcher 3. The game is set to launch on September 3rd and promises a 50-hour playthrough with a focus on replayability and player agency.
Beast of Reincarnation – 15 More Essential Details You Need to Know
Beast of Reincarnation will feature a 30-hour playtime with side quests and a unique bond mechanic between the protagonist Emma and her canine companion Koo. The game draws inspiration from Sekiro and Soulslikes, offering features like no consequences on death, persistent world progress, and distinct progression paths for Emma and Koo. It will be a day one release on Game Pass for $59.99, with a Deluxe Edition available for $79.99, and will support PlayStation 5 DualSense features and PC specifications.
Control Resonant's story will take around 30 hours, Remedy says, with completionists looking at 50-hour runs
Remedy Entertainment has revealed that Control Resonant's main story will take approximately 30 hours to complete, with full completion runs estimated at around 50 hours. Lead gameplay designer Sergey Mohov also discussed the game's evolution towards more aggressive, melee-focused combat, drawing inspiration from the original Control and titles like Devil May Cry. Control Resonant is set to release on September 24 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Waiting on Blade Runner 2099? These 5 Games Will Fill the Gap
With the Blade Runner 2099 miniseries on the horizon, this article recommends five games that capture the cyberpunk essence of the franchise. Titles like Cloudpunk, Shadowrun: Hong Kong, Deus Ex: Human Revolution, Ghostrunner, and Citizen Sleeper are highlighted for their atmospheric worlds, narrative depth, and thematic similarities to Blade Runner.
Against All Gods Released
Signy & Mino: Against All Gods, a tag-team action RPG from AN Productions and Armor Games Studios, has been released on PC via Steam. The game features combat and cartoony 2D-ish environments.
Grim Dawn offers an answer to its final expansion's most controversial addition
Crate Entertainment has released a major post-release update for Grim Dawn's latest expansion, Fangs of Asterkarn, addressing community feedback. The update introduces an optional toggle to disable the contentious 'Dread' enemy, rebalances early game bosses, and adds an alternative evade direction control. The developer also noted a new all-time concurrent player record for the game.
2023 PS5 Remake of Beloved PS1 RPG Half Price on PlayStation Store
Star Ocean: The Second Story R, a 2023 remake of a classic PlayStation 1 action RPG, is currently available for half price on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. This limited-time deal brings the game's price down to $24.99 until August 13, featuring new battle mechanics, full voice-overs, and updated music.
Echoes of Aincrad Review | TheXboxHub
Echoes of Aincrad is an action RPG set in the Sword Art Online universe, offering a promising start with stylish anime presentation and familiar combat mechanics. While the game only covers two floors of the 100-level tower, it provides a substantial experience with challenging endgame content. Despite some camera and map issues, the game is a solid entry that captures player interest.
Capcom’s best new IP of the current gen was released in 2024 - Reader’s Feature
A reader argues that Capcom's most imaginative new IP of the current generation is Kunitsu-Gami: Path Of The Goddess, released in 2024. The game blends tower defense strategy with real-time combat, tasking players with protecting a priestess. Despite minor flaws like a sometimes tenuous lock-on system, the reader praises its unique design and calls it a triumph.
Coming Out in gaming this week — August 3, 2026
This week's gaming releases include a variety of titles across multiple genres and platforms. Highlights include "Beast of Reincarnation," an action RPG with unique combat, and "Big Walk," a cooperative adventure from the creators of "Untitled Goose Game." Other notable releases are "Lies of P: Complete Edition" for the Switch 2, "Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls," and the roguelike FPS "Gunstoppable."
Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Hard Mode Confirmed: “A Satisfying Challenge for Seasoned Players”
Capcom has confirmed that a Hard Mode is in development for Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, aiming to provide a satisfying challenge for players approaching the level cap. While not available at launch on October 9th, developers Kento Kinoshita and Naoto Oyama stated that details regarding its release window will be shared later. The expansion will also include new dungeons, armor, weapons, and balance adjustments for all player progression levels.
Crimson Desert's latest patch is good news for all you moneygrubs, as it adds in a bounty of new trading posts and goods to pawn off
Crimson Desert has received a new update focused on enhancing the game's trading system. The patch introduces 133 new trading posts, adjusts the types and quantities of goods available, and increases profits at more remote locations. Additionally, 24 new high-value goods and four new regular goods have been added, with improvements to stacking and selling individual trade items.
Preorder Beast of Reincarnation At A Discount And Get Some DLC For Free
Beast of Reincarnation, an action RPG from Game Freak, is available for preorder on PC at a discount through Fanatical, offering 12% off the regular price. Preordering also includes bonus DLC, such as an Alternate Brown Shiba Skin for the companion Koo and 30,000 in-game currency. The game features a post-apocalyptic Japan setting with a focus on the bond between the protagonist Emma and her dog Koo, incorporating soulslike combat mechanics.