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War Thunder to put 128-player boots-on-the-ground battles in action in Infantry's "largest map" yet
Gaijin Entertainment is preparing the Infantry update for War Thunder, which will introduce controllable FPS characters and 128-player battles on its largest map yet. A closed beta test for the update is scheduled for July, featuring new troop transport vehicles and significant changes to soldier classes and equipment.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced: How to Find Blackbeard’s Treasure
This guide details how to find Blackbeard's Treasure in Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, a side quest that begins after completing the "Do Not Go Gently" mission. Players will need to locate Anotto Bay, find an underground entrance, navigate underwater caves, and use explosive barrels to access the treasure chamber.
Outlaws + Handful of Missions: Remaster reveals Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
Outlaws + Handful of Missions: Remaster is set to receive a Nintendo Switch 2 version on July 16, 2026, as indicated by an eShop listing. This updated version will support up to 120 FPS and 4K resolution, along with new Joy-Con 2 controller compatibility. The game originally launched on Nintendo Switch and features updated visuals and cross-play multiplayer.
Half-Life-inspired Invariant re-announced following Steam delisting, but was "never meant to be" a clone
Invariant, a survival horror game heavily inspired by Half-Life and developed by Faros Game Studio's Josip Makjanić, has been re-announced and is available for wishlisting on Steam after a previous delisting. Makjanić stated the game was "never meant to be" a clone and was rebuilt from scratch with a clear direction after initial development issues. The game is being rebuilt in the Godot engine for Windows and Linux.
Dementium: The Ward gains Nintendo Switch physical release, pre-orders open
A physical release for Dementium: The Ward on Nintendo Switch is scheduled for July 23, 2026, with pre-orders now open for shipping to the U.S. Originally released on Nintendo 3DS, the survival horror first-person shooter was ported to Nintendo Switch in 2023 by developer Atooi. The physical version is currently slated for a European release, but the Nintendo Switch's region-free nature allows for play worldwide.
Travel Knight Adventure – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Travel Knight Adventure is a fast-paced first-person shooter RPG featuring a blend of medieval weapons, guns, and magic. The game allows players to explore islands, castles, and dungeons, utilizing a diverse arsenal and ship navigation. A beta demo is available for download on Steam.
Angels Fall First Released
Angels Fall First has officially launched out of Early Access for Windows PC on Steam. This first-person combined-arms sci-fi wargame is now fully available.
2026's best RPG might look like Disco Elysium, but it was heavily inspired by Deus Ex, and its creator wants 'to do a first-person game at some point'
Developer Christoffer Bodegård discusses his journey into PC gaming, highlighting influential titles like Dragon Age: Origins and Deus Ex. His recently released CRPG, Esoteric Ebb, was inspired by tabletop RPGs and aims to replicate their unpredictability. Bodegård is exploring ideas for his next project, potentially a first-person game, and shares his current gaming habits, including extensive play of Paradox Interactive's grand strategy titles like Victoria 3 and Europa Universalis IV.
Finally complete after 11 years, Angels Fall First delivers massive FPS space battles with old-school Battlefront vibes, at a must-have price
After more than a decade in development, Strangely Interactive has released Angels Fall First 1.0, an ambitious FPS that blends large-scale space battles with ground combat. The game, which was in early access since 2015, offers 64-player matches featuring infantry, vehicles, and capital ships with fully explorable interiors. It is available at a discounted introductory price.
Valve has rewired Counter-Strike 2's bomb to make it more spectacular, but potentially less deadly
Valve has updated Counter-Strike 2's bomb detonation mechanic, introducing a shockwave that dissipates around corners, offering players a better chance of survival if they position themselves strategically. The update also includes new weapon and sticker collections, the Cache map replacing Overpass in the active-duty pool, and five community maps. Separately, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive has seen a resurgence in player count after being de-absorbed from CS2.
Disney Dreamlight Valley: How to Get Acorn Snail
This guide explains how to obtain the Acorn Snail, a new fish exclusive to the Honeyglow Woods expansion in Disney Dreamlight Valley. Players can catch Acorn Snails by fishing in White Ripples within any of the four biomes of the Honeyglow Woods. The Acorn Snail is used for cooking, completing quests, and can be sold for 75 Star Coins or consumed for 300 Energy.
Chapter 4: A Tail Tale Quest Guide in Disney Dreamlight Valley
This guide details the Chapter 4: A Tail Tale quest in Disney Dreamlight Valley, focusing on the Honeyglow Woods expansion and the character Eeyore. Players must find Eeyore's missing tail by gathering materials to craft a hedgehog home, feeding a hedgehog, and retrieving various tail pieces from the Gloommeadow biome. The quest concludes after a game of Pooh Sticks and returning Eeyore's original tail.
Interlude: The Misplaced Honey Quest Guide in Disney Dreamlight Valley
This guide details how to complete the "Interlude: The Misplaced Honey" quest in Disney Dreamlight Valley's Honeyglow Woods expansion. The quest involves interacting with Winnie the Pooh, exploring the Everoak Tree, cooking a Tummy Tonic, and gathering materials to clear a corrupted honey wall leading to the Gloommeadow biome.
Doom dev Id is now "about the same size we were when making Doom 2016" after layoffs
Id Software has addressed recent layoffs, stating that the studio remains adequately staffed to continue developing games and technology. Despite significant job cuts impacting over half the team, the developer confirmed its current size is comparable to when it was developing Doom 2016. The studio emphasized its commitment to its core philosophy and supporting affected employees, while looking forward to future projects and QuakeCon.
Twisted Tower – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Twisted Tower is a first-person shooter set in a 1950s theme park where players battle corrupted mascots and overcome twisted puzzles. The game features five distinct levels, a variety of unique toy-themed weapons, and procedurally generated paths for replayability. Beta sign-ups are currently open for players to experience the game's combat and story.
id Software Issues Statement Following Xbox Layoffs, Says It's Back to the Size It Was When It Made 2016's Doom
id Software has released a statement addressing recent layoffs at Xbox, confirming that the studio has returned to its approximate size during the development of the 2016 game Doom. The statement follows news of significant staff reductions at the first-person shooter developer.
Reverse: 1999 x Atomic Heart Collab launching July 23 with 110+ free pulls and new characters
Bluepoch announced that the strategic RPG Reverse: 1999 will launch its first global collaboration with the first-person shooter Atomic Heart on July 23. The update will introduce two new playable characters, The Twins and Nora, and a new crossover story set in Atomic Heart's world. Players can expect over 110 free pulls, a free monthly pass, and other rewards.
Id Software founder John Carmack mourns layoffs: "Games need to succeed, not just be beloved"
Id Software co-founder John Carmack expressed sadness over recent layoffs affecting over half of the studio's workforce, attributing the cuts to increasing business pressures rather than executive malice. He reflected on the need for games to be commercially successful, not just critically acclaimed, to ensure long-term production, and pondered potential design or marketing changes that could have improved Id's financial standing.
How do you put a price tag on a legacy like id Software's?
The article discusses the recent layoffs at id Software and contrasts Microsoft's handling of the studio's legacy with Costco's long-standing commitment to its $1.50 hot dog price. It questions Microsoft's stewardship of id Software's influential franchises like Doom and its proprietary id Tech engine, suggesting a lack of appreciation for their historical and creative value compared to their financial performance.
BioShock-Like Horror FPS Twisted Tower Is Coming to PC Next Month
The horror FPS Twisted Tower, developed by Atmos Games and published by 3D Realms, will launch on PC via Steam on August 18th, 2026. Created by Thomas Brush, known for Pinstripe and Neversong, the game is set in an abandoned 1950s amusement park where fairy-tale mascots have become deadly. Players will explore five distinct locations and utilize toy-inspired weapons to fight enemies and uncover dark secrets.
