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Duck King heads for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves at the end of this August
SNK has announced that Duck King will be the second DLC character for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, releasing on August 24, 2026. Duck King, a long-requested fighter known for his hip-hop martial arts style, will be available on all platforms for the game. He is described as an unconventional brawler grappler with a unique twist on Capoeira-like moves.
Marvel Cosmic Invasion reeals Siege of Castle Doom DLC
Dotemu and Tribute Games have announced the Siege of Castle Doom DLC for Marvel Cosmic Invasion, set to release this fall. The DLC will introduce a new game mode centered around Doctor Doom, along with two new playable characters. Marvel Cosmic Invasion is a beat 'em up game where players team up as Earth and cosmic heroes to fight Annihilus and his allies across the galaxy.
Brand-New PS5 Action Game Collection Half Price on PlayStation Store
Mafia: The Omerta Collection, featuring Mafia: Definitive Edition, Mafia II: Definitive Edition, Mafia III: Definitive Edition, and Mafia: The Old Country with all DLC, is available for 50% off on the PlayStation Store until August 28. The collection includes a native PlayStation 5 version of Mafia: Definitive Edition with 60 FPS support. This discount is exclusive to PlayStation Plus subscribers.
Mafia: The Old Country – Man of Honor Review – A Worthwhile Return
Hangar 13's DLC, Man of Honor, adds two chapters to Mafia: The Old Country, focusing on Enzo Favara's time as a soldato and introducing Ennio Salieri. The expansion offers familiar gameplay with new set pieces and missions for Free Ride mode, costing $9.99. While it provides a satisfying, albeit straightforward, two-hour experience for fans, it doesn't significantly alter the base game's mechanics and includes a frustrating instant-fail stealth section.
Pokémon Pokopia v2.0 and Bubbly Basin DLC are the perfect reason to return
Pokémon Pokopia has received a free 2.0 update and its first paid DLC, Bubbly Basin, which introduces underwater exploration and building capabilities. The update includes significant quality-of-life improvements such as bulk item transfer and refined placement options. Bubbly Basin offers a large, new underwater area with new quests, collectibles, and building sets, though it is only available as part of the Expansion Pass.
Request for comment: Which way did you go when you reached the controversial ending of Mass Effect 3?
This article discusses the controversial ending of Mass Effect 3, comparing it to the ending of Deus Ex: Human Revolution. It reflects on how player choices throughout the trilogy were resolved by a single button press and the subsequent addition of an extended cut DLC with more options, including a refusal to choose.
Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves is Getting Duck King on August 27th
SNK Corporation announced that Duck King will be the next playable character added to Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves on August 27th. The trailer showcased his fighting style, which includes rhythm-based elements, and his friendly rivalry with Terry Bogard. Duck King is the second of six planned Season 3 DLC characters, with Kim Kaphwan and Laocorn Gaudeamus also confirmed for later releases.
Marvel Cosmic Invasion: The Siege of Castle Doom Lands This Fall, Adds New Characters and Game Mode
Tribute Games announced the second paid DLC for Marvel Cosmic Invasion, titled The Siege of Castle Doom, which will launch this Fall. The DLC will feature Doctor Doom and add two new playable characters and a new game mode. It will be available on PC and consoles including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and older generation consoles like PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope DLC – Everything You Need to Know
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope, an expansion for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, is set to release on August 20, 2026, for all major platforms. This expansion will add dozens of hours of new content, featuring new areas like the Iron Forest and the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant, and will run parallel to the main story, allowing players to make choices that impact the narrative and the conflict between the Duty and Freedom factions.
Crimson Desert Patch Adds Quests to Knowledge Tab, Finally Lets You Research With Camp Funds
Crimson Desert's latest patch, version 1.18.00, introduces a new 'Quests' category to the Knowledge tab, retroactively granting entries for completed quests. Research now requires Camp Funds instead of Silver, and an exploit allowing excessive stacking of trade goods has been fixed. The game's first paid DLC is slated for release in Q3 2026.
Invincible VS Studio Faces Layoffs, “Skeleton Crew” Reportedly Left to Work on DLC
Developer Quarter Up, known for its debut title Invincible VS, has reportedly undergone significant layoffs, with sources claiming around 75% of the staff were let go. The redundancies are believed to be due to the game not meeting sales expectations, leaving only a skeleton crew to work on upcoming DLC. Skybound Entertainment and Skybound Games have not commented on the situation.
Ark's most gorgeous expansion dates its final update, complete with a flaming wild hog
Studio Wildcard has announced that August 26 will bring the final update for the Ark: Survival Ascended DLC, Astraeos. This update will introduce the 'burning hog' creature, Boaratos, a fiery bruiser capable of charring trees and damaging enemies. Astraeos, originally a mod for Ark: Survival Evolved, was developed in collaboration with Studio Wildcard and will be available for $14.99.
Total War: Warhammer 3's Lord of the End Times has a feature other strategy games should adopt
The upcoming Total War: Warhammer 3 expansion, The Lord of the End Times, allows players to access the main campaign by purchasing the DLC without needing the base game. This innovative approach is highlighted as a potential model for other strategy games burdened by extensive DLC costs, offering a lower-risk entry point for new players.
Splatoon 3 will soon add Plastic-Bottle Shot Replica from Splatoon Raiders for those who have cleared game
Nintendo has announced that Splatoon 3 will receive a new weapon, the Plastic-Bottle Shot Replica, which is inspired by Splatoon Raiders. This replica weapon will be obtainable in Splatoon 3 after players have completed the main story of Splatoon Raiders, and can be acquired from a terminal in the game's lobby.
Pokémon Pokopia has a staggeringly large 21% attach rate on Nintendo Switch 2
Pokémon Pokopia has achieved over five million sales on the Nintendo Switch 2, representing a significant 21% attach rate for the console. The game's success, driven by word-of-mouth and critical acclaim, has led to the announcement of new DLC and strongly suggests a sequel is likely. Meanwhile, Nintendo has confirmed that Pokémon Bank servers will shut down on February 25, 2027, requiring users to transfer their Pokémon to Pokémon Home.
Come September, you won't need a single Total War: Warhammer game to play its colossal, trilogy-spanning Immortal…
Starting September 24th, players will no longer need to own any Total War: Warhammer games to access the massive Immortal Empires grand campaign. Purchasing any of the Lords of the End Times DLC for Total War: Warhammer 3 will grant permanent access, making it a more accessible entry point for new players.
Pokemon Pokopia becomes second best-seller on Switch 2 after its first DLC launch, as Nintendo confirms the cozy spin-off has hit over 5 million sales in 5 months
Pokemon Pokopia has surpassed five million sales on the Nintendo Switch 2 within five months of its release, making it the second best-selling game on the platform. This milestone was announced shortly after the launch of its first DLC, Bubbly Basin, which introduces new underwater areas and characters. The game's success was noted by Koei Tecmo's CEO, who had initially modest expectations for the spin-off.
Total War: Warhammer 3 is getting a big free vampiric update in September, alongside the epithet-stuffed Lords of the End Times DLC
Creative Assembly announced that the Total War: Warhammer 3 expansion Lords of the End Times and a free update will release on September 24th. The DLC introduces four new legendary lords, including Nagash and Thanquol, while the free update adds the Vampire Queen Neferata, a rework for the Vampire Counts, and new endgame scenarios.
Pokémon Pokopia Sells 5 Minion Copies Four Months After Release — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Pokémon Pokopia, a crafting and building simulator, has released its first DLC, Bubbly Basin, on August 5. This DLC adds underwater exploration and city building capabilities. Future DLCs are planned for late 2026 and 2027, introducing new accessories and an additional town.
Pokemon Pokopia soars past 5 million units sold
Pokemon Pokopia has surpassed 5 million global sales across physical and digital versions just four months after its release. Nintendo and The Pokemon Company announced the milestone, with the game continuing to sell well in its first fiscal year. An Expansion Pass with multiple DLC parts is also planned for release later this year and into 2027.
