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Cyberpunk Edgerunners' Lucy finds herself in yet another crossover, this time in an upcoming Apex Legends event
Apex Legends is launching a new event featuring characters and themes from Cyberpunk Edgerunners and Cyberpunk 2077. The event will include a revamped E-District map, new in-game items like the Sandevistan and Blackwall Breach, and character skins based on David Martinez, Lucy, Rebecca, Royce, Lizzy Wizzy, Panam, and male and female V. The crossover event begins on July 14th and concludes on August 4th.
Blood Strike × One Punch Man Collaboration Available Now
NetEase Games has launched a collaboration event between Blood Strike and the anime One Punch Man, running until July 31, 2026. Players can unlock exclusive One Punch Man-themed skins, weapons, and battle pass rewards, featuring characters like Saitama and Genos. The event also introduces a special "One Punch" gameplay mode and brings back the EVO mode with new superpowers.
Fortnite's American Dad bundle is missing one crucial thing, so save yourself 2,700 V-Bucks
The recent American Dad bundle in Fortnite is criticized for feeling like an afterthought compared to previous crossovers like The Simpsons. While it includes skins for Stan and Francine Smith, a pickaxe, and a backbling, the absence of Roger and Stan's SUV, along with a missing Jam Track, are noted as missed opportunities for the 2,700 V-Bucks price point.
Epic Games makes peace with ex-Fortnite insider as huge leak lawsuit comes to an end
Epic Games has settled its lawsuit against former contractor Hayden Cohen, who was accused of leaking unannounced Fortnite content. The agreement permanently bans Cohen from sharing Epic's confidential information. While Epic sought financial damages, the settlement does not include any public payment, though a judge's approval is still pending.
Games of the Future 2026 Confirms Global Lineup for Astana
The Games of the Future 2026 has confirmed its final lineup of over 800 athletes from more than 50 nations competing in Astana from July 29 to August 9. The event will feature popular titles like Dota 2, Counter-Strike 2, and PUBG: Battlegrounds, alongside unique phygital disciplines combining digital gameplay with live sports, with a total prize pool exceeding US$4 million.
Grand Outlaws Launches Globally in Late Summer 2026 — Open Beta Already Live on Android
Hardbit announced that its open-world action title, Grand Outlaws, will launch globally on Android and iOS in late summer 2026. The game, which features intense battles, battle royale arenas, and driving simulator mechanics, is currently in an open beta phase on Android. The beta allows players to help shape the game's balance and upcoming role-playing systems before the full release.
KRAFTON Concludes PUBG Nations Cup 2026 in Seoul with Record High Viewership
KRAFTON's PUBG Nations Cup 2026, held in Seoul, concluded with Brazil winning the championship and setting a new record for viewership with 13.2 million total views across PUBG Esports channels. The event also saw significant user participation through its official website, online events, and the first PUBG Fantasy League, alongside a strong in-person attendance at the venue.
Battlefield 6 Season 3 - High-Value Target - Wet Work Event, Tactical Obliteration, and Casual Battle Royale Added in Latest Update
Battlefield 6 and Battlefield REDSEC have launched their Season 3 update, introducing the 'Wet Work Event' with contract-based objectives, a new 8v8 'Tactical Obliteration' mode, and a more accessible 'Casual Battle Royale' mode featuring bots. The update also includes adjustments to gunplay, building on the 'Battlefield Combat series'.
Battlefield 6 High Value Target update brings Wet Work Event, Tactical Obliteration & Casual REDSEC
Battlefield Studios has released the High-Value Target update for Battlefield 6, introducing the Wet Work Event with new contracts, a Casual Battle Royale mode for learning with bots, and the 8v8 Tactical Obliteration mode. The update also includes general gunplay improvements.
Battlefield 6 Season 3 Update Adds Wet Work Event, Casual Battle Royale, and More | Invision Game Community
The latest Season 3 update for Battlefield 6 and Battlefield REDSEC introduces new modes and gameplay changes, including a contract-driven Wet Work Event, Tactical Obliteration, and a Casual Battle Royale mode. The update also features gunplay improvements and aims to provide more accessible combat experiences for both new and veteran players.
Battlefield 6 High-Value Target Patch Notes Detail Gunplay And Netcode Improvements
Battlefield Studios released patch notes for the High-Value Target update, detailing significant adjustments to Battlefield 6 and REDSEC. The update, launching June 30, includes gunplay enhancements, vehicle tuning, and netcode improvements aimed at reducing issues like dying behind cover and improving hit registration. New content includes a casual battle royale mode, a melee weapon, and the Wet Work event.
KRAFTON Kicks Off PUBG Nations Cup 2026
KRAFTON has announced the start of the Grand Finals for the PUBG Nations Cup (PNC) 2026 in Seoul, featuring 120 players from 24 countries competing in the national team tournament. The event, sponsored by the Seoul Metropolitan Government, expects 5,000 spectators and offers a USD 500,000 prize pool. PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS continues to show sustained growth, surpassing 1.3 million peak concurrent users.
Drop Dead Singer Olivia Rodrigo Joins Fortnite Today
Popstar Olivia Rodrigo has been added to the popular battle royale game Fortnite. This marks the latest instance of a celebrity joining the game developed by Epic Games.
Multiplayer Halo Project Ekur Was Going To Be An Extraction Shooter – Rumor
A rumored standalone Halo multiplayer title, codenamed Project Ekur, was initially planned as an extraction shooter by Certain Affinity. Reports suggest the project has since shifted to a large-scale multiplayer shooter, moving away from its earlier battle royale concept. This change occurred as development transitioned to Unreal Engine 5, with prototypes exploring extraction shooter elements before settling on a direction closer to Halo 5's Warzone mode.
Best Legends and weapons to use in Apex Legends Season 29 Split 2
This guide provides recommendations for the best Legends and weapons to utilize in Apex Legends during Season 29, Split 2. It aims to help players optimize their loadouts and team compositions for competitive play in the battle royale.
Black Ops 7 Season 04 Reloaded: Full Intel
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Season 04 Reloaded brings a mid-season update on June 25, featuring new multiplayer maps like Zenith and Launch, the Operation King Killer in Endgame, and the Kowakujō Round-Based Zombies map. The update also introduces the Champion's Quest in Core Battle Royale and a Summer of Action event led by Nick Cage. New weapons, attachments, and various in-game events and bundles are also part of the content drop.
Apex Legends Season 29 Split 2 release countdown: Exact date and time
Apex Legends is preparing for the release of Season 29 Split 2, with a countdown underway for its exact launch date and time. This marks a new phase for the current season, introducing fresh content for players.
Fortnite's Popular Pokémon-Like Sprites Are Fueling a Player Surge — and 5 More Species Get Added This Week
Fortnite's battle royale mode is experiencing a surge in players due to its popular Pokémon-like Sprites feature. Five new species have been added this week, further fueling player engagement with this creature collection aspect.
Fortnite is getting five new Sprites this week after Gummy Zero Point madness
Epic Games is adding five new Sprites to Fortnite on June 25 as part of the Fortnite's Gone Wild event. These new Sprites include variants based on Fishstick, a Boss, Football, a "Reaper" Sprite, and a John Wick-themed critter. This update follows a special event where 1.2 million players participated in "Gummy Power Hour" to obtain special Gummy variants of existing Sprites.
PUBG's new AI teammate is somehow more useless than my friends
The new Ally Duo game mode in PUBG features an AI teammate named Ella, designed to act and chat like a human. However, the AI companion proves to be ineffective, providing inconsistent information, failing to engage enemies, and lacking any conversational ability outside of the game. The article speculates on Krafton's investment in AI defense companies as a potential motive for this experimental feature.
