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Total War: Warhammer 40K is planned to be a single, growing game instead of a series
Creative Assembly plans to release Total War: Warhammer 40,000 as a single, continuously updated game rather than a trilogy of base titles. This approach, similar to later content for Total War: Warhammer 3, will focus on adding DLC and updates over years to build a unified sandbox experience. The game is currently targeting a 2027 release.
The Long Dark ska få nya DLC:n – skiftar folk från uppföljaren
Hinterland Studios has announced that development resources for the upcoming sequel, The Long Dark 2, will be partially reallocated to support the original The Long Dark. This shift includes the creation of new DLC for the first game and a focus on improving its Survival Mode, as the studio navigates an uncertain game industry landscape. The Long Dark 2 is still planned for an early access release in 2027, but with a reduced team.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight unveils Mayhem Collection DLC
Warner Bros. Games and TT Games have revealed the Mayhem Collection DLC for LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, featuring a new story mission, Mayhem Mode, and the Sinister Pack. The DLC includes new playable characters, suits, a Batmobile, and Batcave customization items. The content will be available on September 18, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch.
Borderlands 4's next big DLC is a John Wick-inspired rescue mission to save a Borderlands 3 hero's dog
Gearbox has announced details for the next major Borderlands 4 DLC, 'FL4K and the Last Resort,' which features a rescue mission inspired by John Wick and Mad Max. The expansion introduces the returning character FL4K, a new jungle map called Providence, new enemies, and the new playable character Loveless. A smaller DLC, 'Amara and the Vile Shadows,' and a system update increasing the max level cap are also releasing soon.
The Sims 4 Drops Mean Girls and Clueless Kits on Aug. 27
Electronic Arts is releasing two new kits for The Sims 4 on August 27: one inspired by the movie Mean Girls and another by Clueless. Each kit will cost $3.99 and will include Create-a-Sim items and some build mode objects. The release comes amidst player backlash against EA's recent buyout by Saudi Arabia and ongoing concerns about game bugs.
Dusk Golem & Screenfire Germany: Resident Evil Veronica and Requiem DLC won’t be at Gamescom
Sources Dusk Golem and Screenfire Germany report that Resident Evil Veronica and the Resident Evil Requiem downloadable content will not be showcased at Gamescom. Resident Evil Veronica is reportedly in a deep crunch phase of development.
Total War: Warhammer 3 avtäcker DLC:t Lords of the End Times
Creative Assembly has announced Lords of the End Times, the largest DLC to date for Total War: Warhammer 3, set to release on September 24. The DLC introduces four new legendary lords: Nagash, Thanquol, Boris Todbringer, and The Glottkin, each with unique campaign mechanics and units. A free update accompanying the DLC will also add Neferata and make significant changes to Vampire Counts and Archaon the Everchosen.
Nintendo announces Pokémon Pokopia has sold over 5m copies, meaning that roughly one in four Switch 2 users now owns the game
Nintendo and The Pokémon Company announced that Pokémon Pokopia has sold over five million units globally on the Nintendo Switch 2 in just over four months. This makes it one of the most important games on the system, with one in four users owning a copy. Sales have been boosted by the recent release of the first part of the "Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass."
Total War: Warhammer 3 - Lords of the End Times brings its largest DLC yet in late September
Sega and Creative Assembly have announced that the largest DLC expansion for Total War: Warhammer 3, titled Lords of the End Times, will launch on September 24, 2026. This expansion introduces four new Legendary Lords, including Boris Todbringer for humans and Nagash for the Undead, along with new units and mechanics. Notably, players will be able to access the Immortal Empires campaign by owning any single paid faction DLC, a first for the series.
Total War: Warhammer 3 Just Confirmed the Release Date for Its Biggest Piece of DLC in the Series 10-Year History
Creative Assembly has announced that the biggest downloadable content for Total War: Warhammer 3, titled Lords of the End Times, will be released on September 24. This DLC is described as the largest in the series' 10-year history.
Dataminers Uncover Five Possible DLC Characters for Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls
Dataminers have discovered references to five potential downloadable content characters within the game files of Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls. The findings suggest future character additions to the recently released fighting game.
Shack Chat: What character DLC do you want to see in Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls?
Shacknews staff members discuss their desired downloadable content characters for the recently released 4v4 tag fighter, Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls. Suggestions range from mystic characters like Doctor Strange and Scarlet Witch to street-level heroes like Luke Cage and Daredevil, with popular picks including Miles Morales, The Punisher, Gambit, The Thing, and even cosmic entities like Galactus.
Reanimal reveals “The Prisoner” DLC, out now on Nintendo Switch 2
THQ Nordic and Tarsier Studios have released "The Prisoner" DLC for the co-op horror game Reanimal on Nintendo Switch 2. The DLC introduces two new characters, The Soldier and The Prisoner, who must navigate a war-torn world. "The Prisoner" is the first of three planned DLCs for the game and is available for $9.99 or as part of the season pass.
Quake: Dawn of the Machine Released
id Software has released Quake: Dawn of the Machine, a new downloadable content for Quake, developed by MachineGames. This surprise release coincides with the 30th anniversary of the original Quake and was shadow-dropped during QuakeCon.
Quake: Dawn of the Machine – Available Today
The new Quake downloadable content, Dawn of the Machine, is available today. The content adds new features and experiences to the classic Quake game.
Jurassic World Evolution 3 Crocodilia Coast DLC dropping next week — MP3s & NPCs
The Crocodilia Coast DLC for Jurassic World Evolution 3 will be released on August 11, introducing the franchise's first crocodile, Deinosuchus, along with Postosuchus, Desmatosuchus, Styxosaurus, and Shonisaurus. The DLC also includes new waterside scenery pieces and blueprints. A free update will add a Hawaii Sandbox map and other features.
Jurassic World Evolution 3 - Crocodilia Coast Next Week
Frontier Developments has announced that the Crocodilia Coast downloadable content for Jurassic World Evolution 3 will be released on August 11th. This new content will introduce a new family of dinosaurs to the game's theme park simulation.
Pokemon Pokopia's Bubbly Basin DLC is only 3.15 MB, but this mega-cheap SD card deal can still come in handy
The Bubbly Basin DLC for Pokemon Pokopia is a very small download at only 3.15 MB. Despite its minimal file size, the article suggests that purchasing an SD card deal could still be beneficial for overall storage needs.
Age of Empires is doubling down on Vikings with a pair of new Norse expansions
World's Edge is releasing new Viking-themed DLC for Age of Empires 4 and Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition by the end of 2026. Age of Empires 4 will introduce the Scots and Vikings with its 'Raiders of the North' expansion, while Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition's 'The Viking Sagas' will focus on Harald Hardrada and include the Danes, Varangians, and Saxons. Additionally, Age of Empires 3: Definitive Edition will receive 'The Baltic Powers' DLC featuring the Danes and Poles, and a new bundle will include the base game with several previously released DLCs.
Pokemon Pokopia’s DLC seemingly launches 5th August
The first downloadable content for Pokemon Pokopia, titled Bubbly Basin, is slated for release on August 5th. This information was revealed through a now-private advertisement, and it marks the initial wave of DLC for the game, with more planned for the future.