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How To Get More Summons in Hololive Dreams – F2P Red Diamonds Methods!
This guide details methods for free-to-play players to acquire Red Diamonds, the summon currency in Hololive Dreams. It covers various in-game activities such as daily check-ins, leveling up, finding treasure chests, completing main and side quests, and performing well in the Song Area. The article also discusses the game's gacha rates and the challenges F2P players face due to frontloaded rewards and the absence of Diamonds in daily quests and the free battlepass.
FC 27 Free Trial Guide: EA Play 10-Hour Trial & FC 27 Lite Details
EA Sports FC 27 will offer a 10-hour trial starting September 18, 2026, accessible through EA Play or Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, with progress carrying over. Additionally, a free-to-download version called FC 27 Lite will be available at the full game's launch on September 25, 2026, featuring limited modes like Kick-Off.
Fly for Free in the Star Citizen Foundation Festival
The Star Citizen Foundation Festival 2026 is currently running, offering players a chance to fly several spacecraft for free in the crowdfunded space game. This event provides an opportunity to experience different ships within the game's universe.
The Division Resurgence Comes to Steam Next Week
Ubisoft has announced that The Division Resurgence will be released on Steam on August 5th. This free-to-play looter shooter is launching on the platform after its initial Early Access period for PC.
Steam quietly dropped six free games — here they are, from creepiest to strangest
Steam has added six new free-to-play games to its library, including the horror title SSTWL – Sector Breach, the visual novels Tyrania Enforcers and Cosdarica’s Journey at the End of the World, the idle RPG Lost Vessel, the simulator Road Diner Simulator: Prologue, and the co-op FPS Codename CURE II. These titles represent a diverse range of genres from various small developers.
Get OTXO and Sol Cesto for Free
The Epic Games Store is offering OTXO and Sol Cesto for free to PC players. These Windows games are available as part of the store's weekly free game giveaways.
Rules of Engagement: The Grey State Showcases Co-Op PvE Gameplay in New Trailer
Grey State Studio has released a new trailer showcasing the co-op PvE gameplay for their upcoming horror shooter, Rules of Engagement: The Grey State. The trailer highlights diverse environments and a variety of monstrous enemies inspired by H.P. Lovecraft and H.R. Giger. The game is slated for a 2026 launch on PC as a free-to-play title, with its core mode being PvPvE.
Ubisoft Pulls the Plug on Champions Tactics as Servers Go Dark October 30
Ubisoft is shutting down Champions Tactics: Grimoria Chronicles on October 30, with in-app purchases already disabled. The game, which launched in October 2024 as Ubisoft's first Web3 title, failed to gain a significant audience despite a transition to a free-to-play model and attempts to rework its blockchain features. This closure is part of a broader restructuring and cost-cutting effort at Ubisoft.
Warden codes (July 2026)
This guide provides information on obtaining and redeeming codes for the Roblox game Warden. While no active codes are currently available, the article explains the redemption process and how to find future codes. Codes can unlock in-game rewards such as skins and emotes.
The original Metal Gear Solid is free to play on Steam this weekend as Konami gears up for Master Collection Volume 2
Konami is offering Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Volume 1 for free on Steam for a limited time, coinciding with the upcoming release of Volume 2. This promotion allows players to experience the original PlayStation classic, its VR missions, and the Integral version, alongside a discounted price for the collection and details about Volume 2's enhancements.
METAL GEAR SOLID, Wild Assault, and ICARUS Free Weekends
PC gamers can enjoy free weekends for Metal Gear Solid, Wild Assault, and Icarus until midday Monday. This promotion allows players to experience the full versions of these titles.
The Division 2’s new Dust Storm event makes its Warlords of New York expansion free for a limited time
The Division 2 is offering its Warlords of New York expansion for free for a limited time through the new Dust Storm event. This event introduces environmental hazards like dust storms that reduce visibility and spawn new enemies, including Dust Devils and potential Scoured Hunter bosses. Players can earn rewards like unique cosmetics and gear by participating in community goals and collecting storm keys.
30 minuter från Soulframe – fantasy-spelet från Warframe-skaparna
Digital Extremes, the creators of Warframe, have released a new video showcasing the current state of their upcoming free-to-play multiplayer game, Soulframe. The footage is from a demo of the upcoming 'Warsongs' update, which will add a significant part of the game's main story to the alpha version this fall. The game is currently in alpha with invited players testing a 'Prelude' version.
Once you see it, you can't unsee it: Hilarity ensues as new DC Comics fighting game is named DCKO
Indie developer Dropfake has announced DCKO, an officially licensed free-to-play 2v2 fighting game for mobile devices, set to launch next year. The game's name has drawn comparisons to Riot Games' 2XKO and has sparked humorous reactions online, though some fighting game fans expressed disappointment it is not a PC or console title like Injustice 3. Despite this, there is excitement from some notable fighting game personalities, and the mobile market's growth suggests potential for broad reach.
DCKO is a New Fighting Game Coming to Android and iOS in 2027
Developer Drop Fake has announced DCKO, a new free-to-play 2-on-2 fighting game featuring DC characters, set to launch on Android and iOS in 2027. The game will include PvE missions and real-time PvP multiplayer with leaderboards, aiming for an accessible "pick up and play" experience with a "Neo-Comic" art style. Creative director Gene Campbell stated the game aims to be a significant leap for mobile fighting games.
Electronic Arts wants a world where in-game advertisements are standardized across the industry
Electronic Arts is advocating for standardized in-game advertising practices across the entire gaming industry. VP of advertising Alexander Dao stated that ads should be integrated from the start of development, especially for free-to-play titles, and that EA is working with third parties to establish industry-wide standards for ad placement and tracking.
Premium Budget Entertainment at Modern Entertainment Platforms in New Zealand
Modern players evaluate games beyond their upfront price, considering factors like time investment, updates, social value, and ongoing costs. Free-to-play titles like Valorant and established franchises like Grand Theft Auto VI demonstrate how pricing models and player expectations for value have evolved. Players now scrutinize incentives, terms, and the perceived fairness of digital offers before committing.
"The market is becoming much more diverse" – Will the proliferation of football video games last?
The football video game market is experiencing increased diversity following the split between FIFA and Electronic Arts, with new titles like UFL and Netflix's FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition emerging. While established players like EA Sports FC and eFootball remain dominant, industry figures believe the market can support a range of experiences catering to different player preferences, from full simulations to mobile and social games. Challenges include high development costs, complex licensing, and meeting player expectations for authenticity and continuous updates in a competitive landscape.
From Game Pass to Free Sweeps Slots: The Free Gaming Models Xbox Players Should Try
Xbox offers various gaming models to fit modern lifestyles, including subscription services like Xbox Game Pass for discovering new titles and cloud gaming for cross-device play. Free-to-play games such as Fortnite and Rocket League foster community, while casual browser games provide quick entertainment between longer sessions. These flexible options allow players to seamlessly integrate gaming into their daily routines.
MMORPGs Equinox Homecoming and Pax Dei have both just kicked off free-play demos
Two indie MMORPGs, Equinox Homecoming and Pax Dei, have launched free-play demos. Equinox Homecoming's demo is available until July 21st, while Pax Dei offers a permanent 7-day trial for new players, featuring most of the game's content including building, crafting, and exploration.