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Real-Time Tactical Card Game Hard Edge "War Zone" Launches July 23rd on PC
SUNSOFT announced that Hard Edge "War Zone", a real-time tactical card game set in the Hard Edge universe, will launch on PC via Steam on July 23rd. The game features 4v4 team-based tactical battles and a solo roguelike campaign, with a demo currently available on Steam.
Riders Ready! MAVRIX 1.0 Launches Today, With New Head-to-Head Multiplayer Mode
MAVRIX has launched its 1.0 version today, introducing a new head-to-head multiplayer mode where up to five players can compete directly on racetracks and slopestyle trails with commentary from Rob Warner. The game is available on Xbox Series X|S and day one with Xbox Game Pass, featuring a large open world with over 30 official trails.
Machine Party Launches July 30, Bringing Violent Party Games Where Failure Is Lethal
Machine Party, a collection of violent party games from creator Mike Klubnika and co-developer GDeavid, will launch on PC via Steam on July 30, 2026. Published by Oro Interactive, the game features 15 minigames where failure can be lethal for 2 to 4 players. A new trailer showcases the chaotic multiplayer and customizable elements.
Planted! – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Planted! is a chaotic combat party game for one to four players where players claim territory, sow seeds, and grow crops to use as weapons against opponents. The game features strategic planting decisions, fertilization timing, and combat involving launching produce for points across eight diverse biomes. It supports online, offline, split-screen, and cross-play modes, with a solo campaign and twelve unique gardening rivals.
GTA RP gets a massive upgrade next week, as FiveM Enhanced sets early access launch date
FiveM, now part of Rockstar Games, will launch its enhanced version of Grand Theft Auto 5 roleplaying into early access on July 21, 2026. This overhaul rebuilds core components for improved performance, stability, and higher player counts, featuring a new network synchronization engine and enhanced scripting support. The update aims to make GTA RP servers bigger, better, and smoother.
The Duskbloods network test has finally revealed a few new details about FromSoftware's upcoming Switch 2 game, including multiplayer matches with 'up to eight players'
FromSoftware has revealed new details for The Duskbloods, a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive, including plans for a closed network test from August 21 to August 24. The test will allow up to eight players to participate in multiplayer matches, aiming to assess server load and gameplay balance. While a release date remains unannounced, the network test is a significant step towards the game's launch.
Modern Warfare 4 offers first look at Kill Block ahead of multiplayer gameplay debut this week
Infinity Ward has revealed 'Kill Block,' a new procedurally generated multiplayer arena for Modern Warfare 4, ahead of its debut at Fanatics Fest NYC. This adaptive mode will support 3v3 and 10v10 Gunfight at launch, with more traditional modes coming later. Modern Warfare 4 is set to release on October 23rd for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
Brink Of Death – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Brink Of Death is an upcoming asymmetrical horror game where up to four players can either play as survivors trying to destroy scarecrows to weaken a killer doctor, or as the killer doctor themselves. Fallen teammates can return as spirits to aid the living. The game is currently open for beta sign-ups.
Update to Mario Tennis Fever adds Galaxy Court, GameShare, and More - NintendoFuse
Mario Tennis Fever has received a new free update, introducing the Galaxy Court with a Black Hole Racket, new color options for Luma, and GameShare support via GameChat. This feature allows players to team up with friends who do not own the game.
Angels Fall First is a large-scale sci-fi FPS that just launched after 10 years of early access
Angels Fall First, a large-scale sci-fi combined arms FPS, has officially launched after over 10 years in early access. The game supports up to 64 players in objective-based tactical combat, featuring futuristic weapons, vehicles, and ship piloting. Originally starting as a mod for Homeworld, it later became a standalone title developed by Strangely Interactive.
Your First Chance To Play The Duskbloods Early Is Next Month
FromSoftware will be holding a closed network test for its upcoming game, The Duskbloods, from August 21-23. Registration for a chance to participate opens July 22-28, and requires a Nintendo Switch 2 system and an active Nintendo Switch Online subscription. The test aims to evaluate server load, multiplayer functionality, and game balance before the game's planned 2026 launch.
Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains Review | TheXboxHub
Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains reimagines the classic board game with a team-based structure and faster matches, focusing on earning Influence Points and engaging in frequent battles. While purists may find the rule changes drastic, the game offers a fun party experience for Star Wars fans, featuring iconic characters and locations presented in a holographic style, though the music is noted as a weakness.
MW4 Multiplayer: Kill Block Intel
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will feature a dynamic multiplayer experience called Kill Block, an adaptive training facility where modular battlegrounds reconfigure before each match. Attendees at Fanatics Fest NYC can experience Kill Block firsthand, which includes expanded Gunfight modes like 3v3 and 10v10, with future support planned for more core multiplayer modes. The game is developed by Infinity Ward and will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC on October 23, 2026.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Multiplayer: Kill Block Intel
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's new Multiplayer experience, Kill Block, will be playable for the first time at Fanatics Fest in New York City from July 16-19. The Kill Block map features a dynamic environment that reconfigures between matches. It will support expanded Gunfight modes at launch on October 23, including 3v3 and 10v10, with more modes planned post-launch.
Everything to know about Modern Warfare 4’s ever-changing Kill Block Multiplayer mode
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, developed by Infinity Ward, will feature a dynamic Multiplayer mode called Kill Block, where maps reconfigure before each match, offering over 500 possible configurations. This adaptive combat space will support both 3v3 and 10v10 Gunfight modes and includes shifting weather patterns. The game launches October 23 and will leverage PlayStation 5 features like adaptive triggers and haptics.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 introduces new Kill Block multiplayer mode
Activision and Infinity Ward have revealed Kill Block, a new multiplayer mode for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, set to launch on October 23, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch 2. This mode features an adaptive map that reconfigures between matches and will initially support Gunfight experiences, including a new 10v10 mode, with more core multiplayer modes planned post-launch.
See CoD: Modern Warfare 4’s Constantly-Changing Kill Block Map In Action
Activision has revealed details about the dynamic Kill Block map in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, which reconfigures its environment between matches to create hundreds of unique combinations. This modular design incorporates elements from past Call of Duty titles and supports various multiplayer modes. The game is set to launch on October 23 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Register now to play Ratchet & Clank: Ranger Rumble
Registration is now open for Ratchet & Clank: Ranger Rumble, a new mobile arena shooter in the franchise. The free-to-play game features real-time multiplayer battles, PvE modes, and a battle royale-inspired mode. Players can pre-register on the App Store and Google Play to unlock bonuses, with the game expected to launch around October 5th, 2026.
The Duskbloods network test announced for August - here's how to sign up
FromSoftware has announced a network test for their upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive, The Duskbloods, directed by Hidetaka Miyazaki. The closed network test will run from August 21 to August 24, 2026, in Europe, with sign-ups opening on July 22. This test aims to evaluate the game's online systems and will allow up to eight players to participate.
The Duskbloods Switch 2 network test set for August, with applications opening next week
FromSoftware has announced that a network test for their upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive, The Duskbloods, will take place from August 21st to 24th. Applications for the test will open next week, running from July 22nd to July 28th, and participants will need a Nintendo Switch 2, a Nintendo Account, and an active Nintendo Switch Online membership. This PvPvE title focuses on online multiplayer and draws inspiration from vampiric myths and gothic Britain.
