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FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH AVAILABLE NOW ON NINTENDO SWITCH 2 AND XBOX SERIES X|S
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is now available on Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox on PC, in addition to its existing PlayStation 5 and PC releases. This marks the second game in the Final Fantasy VII remake project, with the first two installments now accessible on all modern platforms. A new "Streamlined Progression" feature is available to help players focus on the narrative, and a free demo is offered on Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox.
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions, Beastro, Undisputed, and More
Xbox Game Pass is adding several new titles in June, including Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions, Beastro, Undisputed, and Solarpunk, with many available day one. The service will also see games like Jurassic World Evolution 2 and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge leaving the library on June 15.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Update Adds Streamlined Progression and Head Start Mode Alongside Switch 2 and
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth has received an update adding Streamlined Progression and a New Game - Head Start mode for its PC and PlayStation 5 versions. The PC version also gained support for AMD FSR upscaling. The game is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Hand-Drawn RPG Artis Impact Coming to Switch This September
The hand-drawn RPG Artis Impact, developed solo by Malaysian artist Mas, will be released for Nintendo Switch on September 17, 2026. The game focuses on human connection and community, featuring turn-based combat and character progression. Artis Impact is also currently available on PC with a free demo.
Games Leaving PS Plus in July 2026 May Include Beloved RPG
Sony is expected to announce the list of games leaving PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium in July 2026. Based on past patterns, titles like Cyberpunk 2077, Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden, and Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous - Enhanced Edition are predicted to depart the service.
PlayStation State of Play 2026 June : God of War Laufey, Marvel's Wolverine and Major Surprises |
Sony's June 2026 State of Play showcased a variety of upcoming PlayStation titles, including God of War Laufey, Marvel's Wolverine, Until Dawn 2, and Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis. The presentation also featured new looks at Rayman Legends Retold, Kemuri, and several games slated for a busy September 2026, such as Control Resonant, Silent Hill: Townfall, Dune: Awakening, and Phantom Blade Zero.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Cheats Live Now in New PS5 Patch
Square Enix has released a patch for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth on PlayStation 5, adding "streamlined progression features" similar to those found in the Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch versions of Final Fantasy 7 Remake. These features include options like constant max HP, ATB gauge, and damage, as well as a "New Game — Head Start" option that begins the RPG at level 65. The patch also includes additional minor bug fixes.
Silent Hill: Townfall will release in September alongside a handful of other blockbuster games hellbent on avoiding GTA…
Silent Hill: Townfall is set to release on September 24, a date that places it amidst a crowded September release window for several other major games. The trailer showcased first-person, stealth-focused gameplay with puzzle elements designed to reveal the protagonist's situation. This release date positions it to avoid the November launch of Grand Theft Auto 6.
New games in June 2026: It's a big month for Bungie and showcase reveals, but we're missing a key part of the…
June 2026 is shaping up to be a slow month for major new game releases, with a focus on updates for existing live service titles like Destiny 2 and Final Fantasy 14, alongside the start of Season 2 for Marathon. The month will also feature numerous industry events and showcases, including Summer Game Fest, the Xbox Games Showcase, and the PC Gaming Show, alongside various Steam sales and themed events.
Where Winds Meet: The Imperial Palace Expansion Trailer Highlights Chapter 2, Out on June 8
A new trailer for Where Winds Meet's The Imperial Palace expansion has been released, detailing its second chapter which launches on June 8. The trailer showcases political intrigue, new characters, epic battles, and the quest for a scroll called the Yanyun, hinting at a blend of drama and action within the expansion.
Round Up: What Was Announced in Sony's State of Play Livestream for June 2026?
Sony's June 2026 State of Play livestream showcased over an hour of new PlayStation 5 titles. Key announcements included God of War Laufey, Until Dawn 2, Marvel's Wolverine, and a new Tomb Raider game. Several classic titles and remasters were also revealed, alongside updates for PS Plus Extra and Premium.
Everything Shown At PlayStation State Of Play, June 2026
Sony's June 2026 State of Play showcased numerous upcoming games, including Marvel's Wolverine, God of War: Laufey, and Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve. Several titles received release dates, such as Marvel's Wolverine on September 15, 2026, and Dune: Awakening on September 22, 2026. The event also featured updates on PlayStation Plus additions and the return of the Stuntman franchise.
Cooking Simulation RPG Bancho the Chef Announced as Dave the Diver Prequel
Mintrocket has announced Bancho the Chef, a cooking simulation RPG prequel to Dave the Diver. Set years before Dave the Diver, the game follows chef Bancho's journey across Asia to study regional cuisines, featuring gameplay that combines story missions, cooking minigames, exploration, and restaurant management.
Bancho the Chef revealed for PS5, from the culinary masters behind Dave the Diver
Mintrocket has revealed Bancho the Chef, a new standalone prequel game for PlayStation 5, starring the popular character from Dave the Diver. Directed by Jaeho Hwang, the game is a mix of cooking simulation, RPG, and adventure, set in 2004 as Bancho travels across Asia learning cuisine. The game will leverage PlayStation 5's DualSense controller features for an immersive cooking experience.
Retro RPG that promised "the largest single-player RPG world since Daggerfall" quietly crosses 3 million…
The sandbox RPG Kenshi has surpassed 3 million players and sold over 3 million copies, according to developer Lo-Fi Studio. The game, which launched in 2018, is praised for its open-ended gameplay and expansive world. Lo-Fi Studio also provided an update on its sequel, Kenshi 2, stating it is deep in production.
How to complete Canvas the Castle in Oblivion Remastered and uncover the guilty art thief
This guide details how to complete the 'Canvas the Castle' quest in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, which involves investigating an art theft in Chorrol. Players must question suspects, find hidden clues like a paint-stained carpet and unusual painting, and confront the thief, Chanel, to receive rewards based on the accuracy of their accusation.
Tomo: Endless Blue Kickstarter over $100,000 in under 60 hours
The Kickstarter campaign for the open-world voxel RPG Tomo: Endless Blue, developed by indie studio Onibi in partnership with Mujina, has surpassed its $100,000 funding goal in under 60 hours. To celebrate, a Director's Cut trailer featuring a new song by Cécile Corbel has been released.
Here's how the Oblivion Remastered attributes list is different from the original
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered features a revised attribute system compared to the original game, offering a more streamlined progression. While most attributes retain their core functions, some have been reallocated to affect different stats, and the leveling system now grants a flat 12 points per level, removing the need for tedious skill management.
RPGs like Dragon Quest 11 and Nier: Automata are heavily outsourced, Square Enix producer says, with surprisingly few…
Square Enix producer Yosuke Saito revealed that popular RPG series like Dragon Quest and Nier heavily rely on outsourced developers, with neither being made entirely in-house. For example, Dragon Quest 11 saw between a third and a half of its development handled internally, while Nier: Automata was developed by PlatinumGames. This trend is expected to continue with future titles like Dragon Quest 12.
Free-to-Play Online Bullet Hell RPG Runeward Online Announced!
Developer FatHatCat has announced Runeward Online, a free-to-play online bullet hell RPG for PC launching June 2nd, 2026. The game features cooperative play, deep character customization with runes and pets, and a persistent multiplayer world for players to explore dungeons and trade loot.