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Weekend PC Download Deals for July 31: Bethesda celebrates 40 years
Bethesda Softworks is celebrating its 40th anniversary with significant sales across its game catalog, including popular franchises like Doom, Fallout, The Elder Scrolls, and Quake. Numerous PC storefronts like Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG.com are participating, offering discounts on individual titles and bundles. Additionally, several free games are available for a limited time on platforms such as Amazon Luna.
On Sale
Several games are currently on sale, including My Friend Pedro with an 80% discount and Schedule I with a 30% discount on Steam. Additionally, a Humble Handhelds Bundle is available on a pay-what-you-want basis, with proceeds going to charity.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Series Sales Are “Several Times Better” Than Expected Since Revelation Reveal
Director Naoki Hamaguchi revealed that sales for Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth have significantly exceeded expectations, especially following the recent reveal of Final Fantasy 7 Revelation. The PC platform, particularly in English-speaking and Simplified Chinese markets, has shown strong performance for the trilogy. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is slated for release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
Capcom: En Pragmata-uppföljare är "väldigt trolig"
Capcom has indicated that a sequel to their new title Pragmata is highly likely, following strong initial sales of 2.5 million units. The company hopes to establish Pragmata as one of its core, long-term revenue-generating series.
Steam Machine reservation queue should be caught up by the end of 2026, Valve says
Valve has provided an update on Steam Machine sales, stating that they are fulfilling orders daily and expect the current reservation queue to be cleared by the end of 2026. The company explained that reservation queues are product and region-specific, leading to varying speeds in order fulfillment. Customers in the reservation queue will receive an email invitation to purchase within three days, with waitlist individuals only being contacted if the reservation queue is exhausted.
Krafton pledges to turn Subnautica into "franchise IP" after Subnautica 2 surpasses 5m sales in just 22 days
Krafton has announced its intention to develop the Subnautica series into a franchise IP following the success of Subnautica 2, which sold over 5 million units in its first 22 days of early access on Xbox Series X/S and PC. The company also addressed past legal disputes with Unknown Worlds developers, confirming a settlement that includes bonuses for staff.
Valve expects all Steam Machine reservations to be fulfilled "by the end of the year"
Valve has announced that all remaining Steam Machine reservations are expected to be fulfilled by the end of the year. While the device received mixed reviews and faced criticism for its price, it has remained sold out on Valve's storefront. The company is sending out purchase invitations in the order of the reservation list, with some regions already moving to waitlists.
Danganronpa creator reflects on first game’s slow sales start, originally no plans for sequel, and how things turned around with Danganronpa 2
Danganronpa series creator Kazutaka Kodaka reflected on the franchise's challenging start, noting that the first game had slow initial sales and no immediate plans for a sequel. Sales eventually picked up through word-of-mouth, and a sequel, Danganronpa 2, was developed with a different tone and improved mystery elements. The full mainline series is available on Nintendo Switch.
On Sale
Several games are currently on sale on Steam, with significant discounts available. Psychonauts is 90% off, Forever Skies is 60% off, Stoneshard is 35% off, and Drug Dealer Simulator 2 is 51% off.
Engagement Ring
An indie developer explained how their eight-year-old Steam game unexpectedly gained popularity due to an Undertale mod. Separately, Resident Evil 5 has been surpassed as the best-selling game in its series.
Capcom can't stop winning, pointing to Pragmata's 2.5 million copies sold as it records a huge increase in…
Capcom reported an 83% increase in year-on-year profits, largely attributed to the strong sales of its new intellectual property, Pragmata, which has sold over 2.5 million copies. The company also saw significant sales from Resident Evil Requiem and the broader Resident Evil series, contributing to its overall financial success.
On Sale
Several games are currently on sale on Steam, including Forever Skies with a 60% discount, Caribbean Legend: Age of Pirates with 33% off, and Wireworks with 30% off. Squad Goals is available on a pay-what-you-want basis.
AC Black Flag Resynced har redan sålt bättre än årsprognosen
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has exceeded Ubisoft's first-year sales projections, selling 3.5 million copies within its first two weeks. The game has also received positive reviews, with an average score of 84/100 on Opencritic.
On Sale
Several games are currently on sale on Steam, including SimFest, Evil West with an 80% discount, and Maneater with an 85% discount. These promotions offer significant savings for PC gamers.
Ubisoft says the Black Flag remake has exceeded 'annual expectations' in just two weeks, shortly after it laid…
Ubisoft's remake of Assassin's Creed Black Flag, titled Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, has exceeded annual sales expectations within two weeks of its July launch, selling 2 million copies on its first day. CEO Yves Guillemot praised the strong performance, despite recent layoffs affecting Ubisoft Barcelona, a studio that contributed to the remake's development. The game's success is attributed to the original's strong reputation, though it faces criticism for day-one DLC, simplified combat, and an in-game shop.
Koei Tecmo Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale live with Fatal Frame 2 Remake, Wild Hearts S, and more at new low prices
Koei Tecmo has launched a new sale on the Nintendo eShop featuring discounts on numerous Nintendo Switch titles, including Fatal Frame 2 Remake and Wild Hearts S, with some games reaching new low prices. The sale is available on both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2 console and will run until August 11, 2026.
On Sale
Several games are currently on sale on Steam, including Steep with an 85% discount and Cowboy Life Simulator with a 30% discount. Additionally, the Workers and Resources: Soviet Republic is featured during SimFest on Steam, and the Animal Style Bundle is available on Humble Bundle with a pay-what-you-want option that supports charity.
Evening Reading - July 24, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers various gaming news items, including the announcement of Forza Horizon 6 and updates for games like 007 First Light, Marvel Rivals, and Disney Dreamlight Valley. It also highlights ongoing sales for PlayStation and Xbox, PC download deals, and a Hades 2 cover song. The article also mentions Shacknews's collection of video game maps and a segment on former President Obama playing WNBA games.
On Sale
Several PC games are currently on sale, with significant discounts available. Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection is featured, alongside deals on Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Steep, and Ultimate Theater Simulator, all available on Steam.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 24: Steam Train Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include the Steam Train Fest featuring train-themed games, alongside significant discounts on titles like Resident Evil Requiem, Hades 2, and Red Dead Redemption 2 across various digital storefronts. Several games are also available for free weekends or trials, including Killing Floor 3 and Metal Gear Solid.
