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Hell freezes over in Doom: The Dark Ages - Revelations, the shooter's first expansion coming this July
The first expansion for Doom: The Dark Ages, titled Revelations, is set to launch on July 7th across PC, Xbox Series X, and PlayStation 5. This snowy expansion introduces new levels, demons, puzzles, and the Chain Spear weapon. A free update, Ripatorium 3.0, will also be released on the same day, enhancing the game's customizable arena challenge mode.
Doom: The Dark Ages Revelations DLC Revealed With New Spear Weapon and July Release Date
Bethesda and id Software have announced Doom: The Dark Ages Revelations, a new campaign DLC for Doom: The Dark Ages. It will feature a new spear weapon and is scheduled for release on July 7, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The DLC promises additional content for the recently revealed title.
Fable's first expansion will be Order of the Hero, and it's included in the RPG's $100 Premium Edition
Playground Games and Xbox Game Studios revealed that Fable will launch on February 23, 2027, with its first DLC, Order of the Hero, included in the $99.99 Premium Edition. The standard edition will cost $69.99, and the price for purchasing the DLC separately has not yet been announced.
Doom: The Dark Ages – Revelations DLC revealed for July
The first DLC expansion for Doom: The Dark Ages, titled Revelations, is set to launch on July 7th. This expansion will feature new levels, puzzles, demons, and weapons, including the Chain Spear. It also introduces the Ripatorium 3.0 with new content and customization options.
Age of Empires IV expansion “Raiders of the North” announced
Xbox Game Studios, World's Edge, Relic Entertainment, and Forgotten Empires have announced the "Raiders of the North" expansion for Age of Empires IV. This expansion will introduce two new civilizations, the Vikings and the Scots, each with unique systems and playstyles, and is scheduled for release this fall. It also features an expanded Crucible mode with new missions and biomes.
DOOM: The Dark Ages' Campaign DLC Looks Sick, and It's Out Very Soon on PS5
DOOM: The Dark Ages - Revelations, the long-promised DLC for DOOM: The Dark Ages, has been fully revealed and will release for PlayStation 5 on July 7th. The expansion features new levels, puzzles, demons, and a new Chain Spear combat system.
Everything Announced at Xbox Showcase 2026
The Xbox Games Showcase 2026 featured numerous announcements, including Gears of War: E-Day, Fable, Halo: Campaign Evolved, and Persona 6. Several new games and DLCs were revealed, with many slated for 2026 and 2027 releases across PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. Microsoft also celebrated Xbox's 25th anniversary with a special edition console.
Surprise! Cult hit Vampire Survivors is getting a new name, Vampire Survivors - First Survivaton, plus a new free expansion pack
Cult hit Vampire Survivors is undergoing a name change to Vampire Survivors - First Survivaton to distinguish its core title from new 'Survivaton-like projects'. A new expansion, Legacy of the Bloodmoon, is set to launch this summer, adding new characters, weapons, music, and a new stage. The game is also receiving a Nintendo Switch 2 version and price adjustments for existing DLC.
The Alters: Last Variable DLC pack introduces 20 hours of new content, including an "entirely new progression loop"
The Alters: Last Variable, a new DLC for 11 Bit Studios' survival game The Alters, is set to release on July 13th for PC and consoles. This expansion will add approximately 20 hours of new content, featuring a new progression loop focused on exploration, scientific research, and terraforming, allowing players to build underground bases and transform barren regions. The DLC also introduces a specialized team of Jan Scientists to help unravel the mysteries of the Oasis.
Vampire Survivors has a free content expansion, plus a Legacy of the Bloodmoon DLC in Summer 2026
Developer poncle has released a free content update for Vampire Survivors, version 1.15, which includes major quality-of-life improvements, new content like stages and characters, and various tweaks. Additionally, the 'Legacy of the Bloodmoon' DLC was announced for Summer 2026, serving as an expansion to 'Legacy of the Moonspell'. poncle also revealed plans for a new studio in Japan headed by Sawaki Takeyasu and a lineup of 'Survivaton' games.
The Wandering Village is getting a new DLC of massive amphibian proportions
The Wandering Village, a city-building simulation game set on the back of a giant creature, is receiving its first DLC titled 'The Last Leviathan'. This expansion introduces a new massive amphibian creature with its own buildings, resources, and tech tree. A free update will also add temperature and mood mechanics, cosmetic items, and an Arctic Ocean biome.
VENTURE INTO THE DARKEST PART OF THE CARNEVALE IN NEW DLC, LITTLE NIGHTMARES III – THE BACKSTAGE
Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. has announced Little Nightmares III – The Backstage, a new DLC for Little Nightmares III. This content will introduce new puzzles, challenges, and characters set in the darkest part of the Carnevale. The DLC is scheduled for release on June 12 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
BLASPHEMOUS II: THE THIRD SIN DLC ANNOUNCED - AND IS AVAILABLE NOW
Team17 and The Game Kitchen have released Blasphemous II: The Third Sin, a free story expansion for Blasphemous II. Available now on PC, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, with PlayStation 4 to follow, the DLC introduces a large gothic castle, a new boss, new Familiars, and a blade-tipped whip weapon.
New PowerWash Simulator 2: Star Wars Pack Trailer Spotlights Classic Locations | IGN Live 2026
A new trailer for the PowerWash Simulator 2: Star Wars Pack DLC was revealed at IGN Live, showcasing classic Star Wars locations. The trailer highlights the series' signature lived-in aesthetic, even extending to iconic droids.
Vampire Survivors Announces Switch 2 Version, New DLC And Name Update
Poncle has announced a new chapter for Vampire Survivors, including a Nintendo Switch 2 version with improved performance and mouse support. The 'Legacy of the Bloodmoon' DLC will launch this summer with new characters, weapons, and a stage, while the base game will be renamed to 'Vampire Survivors - First Survivaton' as part of the new 'Survivaton' initiative. Additionally, a new Japanese subsidiary, Poncle Japan, has been established.
Little Nightmares III First DLC 'The Backstage' Arrives Next Week
Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced that the first DLC for Little Nightmares III, titled 'The Backstage', will be released on June 12, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch. This new content, part of the 'Secrets of The Spiral' Expansion Pass, introduces new puzzles, challenges, and a new character named Dime who must help Low navigate the dark depths of the Carnevale and escape the Puppeteer.
The Alters: Last Variable Expansion Launches on July 13th, Offers 20 Hours of New Content
11 bit studios announced that the story expansion for The Alters, titled Last Variable, will launch on July 13th, offering approximately 20 hours of new content. The expansion follows a different Alter of Jan investigating a phenomenon called the Oasis and introduces new roles, research, and environmental challenges. The Alters is available on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Cronos: Lazarus is New Story DLC for The New Dawn, Launches This Fall
Bloober Team announced Cronos: Lazarus, a new story DLC for Cronos: The New Dawn, launching this Fall for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch. The DLC will feature a new playable character, the Pathfinder, who uses aggressive tactics and stealth abilities to face harsher challenges and a pursuer from the Collective.
Monster Hunter Wilds confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2
Capcom has confirmed that Monster Hunter Wilds will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2, following earlier rumors. The game's expansion, Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance, is slated for 2027 and will feature new regions, classic elder dragons, and Master Rank quests. The expansion will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
PowerWash Simulator 2 DLC ‘Star Wars Pack’ launches July 16
The downloadable content 'Star Wars Pack' for PowerWash Simulator 2 will be released on July 16 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Switch 2, priced at $9.99. The DLC allows players to clean iconic locations, ships, and droids from the original Star Wars trilogy, either solo or in co-op with up to four players.
