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Space Engineers’ free Prosperity update adds a dangerous new faction and Prototech rewards
Keen Software House has released the free Prosperity update for Space Engineers, introducing a new enemy faction called the Factorum and valuable Prototech rewards. The update also brings economy improvements, new blocks, and quality-of-life enhancements to the space sandbox game. An optional decorative DLC pack, the Prosperity Pack, is also available.
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The expansion Stalker 2: Cost of Hope and the 2.0 update for Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl will be released on August 20. The expansion introduces two new areas, Iron Forest and the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant, focusing on the conflict between the Duty and Freedom factions. The 2.0 update will upgrade the game to a new version of Unreal Engine 5, promising improved performance.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope Arrives on August 20th With Update 2.0’s Free Unreal Engine 5 Upgrade
GSC Game World announced that S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope, the first paid expansion for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, will be released on August 20th. Alongside the expansion, a free Update 2.0 will launch for base game owners, featuring an Unreal Engine 5 upgrade, new content, and other improvements. The expansion will be available on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
MapleStory invites you to Ride the Lightning… again
MapleStory has released its Ride the Lightning 2nd Update, introducing a new high-level boss named Jupiter and the Geardock zone. The update also brings higher gear upgrades for Astra and Destiny weapons, a retooled Kinetic event, and continues the Operation: Dive storyline with new episodes and rewards.
Path of Exile 1’s Curse of the Allflame arrives today with a new challenge league and Scion Ascendancy class
Path of Exile's latest content update, Curse of the Allflame, is now live, introducing a new challenge league, improvements to Abyss and Legion, and a new Ascendancy Class for the Scion. The update also features an all-new endgame system and is available on PC and consoles.
Palia Sunkissed Summer: Beauty & the Beach Update Patch 0.205 Releases July 28
Palia's Sunkissed Summer: Beauty & the Beach update, patch 0.205, is scheduled for release on July 28. This update introduces a new community event called the Great Shimmerfly Migration, the return of Insect-A-Palooza, a new Flutterfox Ranching Animal, and the Lunar Path: Path of the Briar Battle Pass system. Players can also expect new Bulletin Board bundles, a duo dance emote, and a new Phoenixfire Riffroc variant.
Where Winds Meet’s Hidden Mountain Expansion is Now Live
The Hidden Mountain expansion for the open-world RPG Where Winds Meet is now live, featuring a new zone called Unseen Approach accessible at level 32. Developer Everstone Studio has released a trailer and details on new quests, world bosses like Ci & Cuo and the Ironheart Centipede, and a new weapon type, Gauntlets. Further content updates are planned for August 6th.
Lord of the Rings Online drops its PvP-centric Update 49 with the new Angmarim Sorceress class
Standing Stone Games has released Update 49: In Good Company for Lord of the Rings Online, introducing the new Angmarim Sorceress class primarily for its Player versus Player content. The update also enhances the PvP infamy and glory system, reopens the Delving of Frór, and adds new siege warfare options. Additionally, the item level cap for legendary items has been raised to 565 for all players.
Mabinogi’s latest update, Martial Hearts, drops two new Arcana talents for players to explore
Mabinogi's latest update, 'Martial Hearts,' introduces two new Arcana talents: Melodic Puppeteer, which combines Bard and Puppetry for mid-to-long range musical damage, and Blazing Brawler, merging Martial Arts and Close Combat for fiery melee attacks. The update also expands the Arcana Association with new cap levels, vignettes, and stat caps, with further content promised for August.
Darkest Dungeon announces “Fire’s Edge” update, first new DLC since 2020
Red Hook Studios has announced the "Fire's Edge" update for Darkest Dungeon, set to release on August 18, 2026. This marks the first major content update in six years, introducing two new heroes from Darkest Dungeon 2, The Duelist and The Runaway, along with new districts, trinkets, and the 'Burn' combat mechanic. The update also adds new writing and events to the game.
Throne and Liberty kicks off its new battlegrounds season and adds a seal battle PvP match type
Throne and Liberty has launched a new update introducing 'seal battle,' a 12v12 PvP mode where teams transport relics to an altar. The update also kicks off the second battlegrounds season with daily rotating modes, adds new guild raids, and includes various balance adjustments and quality-of-life improvements.
Where Winds Meet promises an ‘Eastern steampunk’ aesthetic with July 23’s Hidden Mountain update
The game Where Winds Meet will receive its Hidden Mountain update on July 23rd, introducing an "Eastern steampunk" aesthetic. This update adds a new storyline, mechanical vehicles, a gauntlet weapon, and new mechanized bosses that require environmental puzzle-solving.
Everything New in Hell Clock 2.0 and the Cursed War DLC
This article serves as a guide to the 2.0 update for Hell Clock and its Cursed War DLC. It provides explanations for new features and links to helpful resources and planners for players.
Mario Tennis Fever update 1.1.0 brings Mario Galaxy and online GameShare
Mario Tennis Fever has received update 1.1.0, introducing a new Galaxy Court themed after Super Mario Galaxy with altered ball physics, a Black Hole Racket, and a new Galaxy Court Match mode. The update also enables online GameShare functionality via GameChat, allowing up to four players to play with a single game copy, provided they have a Nintendo Switch Online membership.
Blue Protocol: Star Resonance Season 3 Begins! The new class “Twin Striker” has arrived!
HaoPlay has announced that Blue Protocol: Star Resonance will launch its "Echoes of Ember" Season 3 update on July 16, 2026. This update introduces the new "Twin Striker" class, new dungeons, raid battles, and a "Musician" system for playing music. The season aims to provide a smooth experience for both new and returning players with level boosts and equipment rewards.
Mario Tennis Fever major 1.1.0 update out now, patch notes – Galaxy Court, Black Hole Racket, balance adjustments, more
A major update, version 1.1.0, for Mario Tennis Fever is now available on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. This update introduces new content like the Galaxy Court and Black Hole Racket, along with numerous balance adjustments and character changes. It also adds features like 'GameShare' and 'Play via GameChat' for playing with friends.
Arknights: Endfield on PS5 Pro: Upgraded PSSR launches with Version 1.4
Arknights: Endfield's Version 1.4 update, launching July 16, will introduce upgraded PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) support for the PlayStation 5 Pro, enhancing visual clarity and performance. This update also brings a major story expansion with Chapter 3, new regions, operators like Arcane and Liino, and new gameplay modes including Echoes of War and The Rooted Realm.
HEADS WILL ROLL: REFORGED — REVENGE OF THE BLACK PRINCE DLC LAUNCHES SEPTEMBER 11
1917 Studios and Valkyrie Initiative announced that the 'Revenge of the Black Prince' DLC for Heads Will Roll: Reforged will launch on Steam for PC on September 11, 2026. This expansion introduces six new storylines, an expanded Cambrai region, and new characters. It will be released alongside a major free Patch 3.0 update, which includes new equipment, reworked combat talent trees, and various gameplay improvements.
NosTale’s Epic Story Continues! Act 10 Part 2: Guardians of Dimensions Is Now Live!
Gameforge has released Act 10 Part 2: Guardians of Dimensions for its anime-action MMORPG, NosTale. This update introduces new quests, characters like Achilles, Thor, Merlin, and Admiral Yi, a new raid, and quality-of-life improvements. The seasonal Captain Pete O’Peng Raid also returns for a limited time.
RuneScape revamps its housing customisation with a snazzy looking build mode and the option to make your own neighbourhood with your pals
RuneScape has released a significant update focused on player-owned housing, introducing a revamped build mode that allows for extensive customization and the creation of unique spaces. The update also includes the new Homestead system, enabling players to build neighborhoods with friends and share facilities.
