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Xbox Game Pass Loses This Perfect Organism And Three More Games In August
Xbox Game Pass will remove four games on August 15: Menace (PC Game Preview), Atlas Fallen, Aliens: Fireteam Elite, and Firewatch. Subscribers can purchase these titles at a 20% discount before they are delisted. This follows a larger removal of 20 games in July.
Final Fantasy XIV officially arrives to the Nintendo Switch 2 console today – here’s what to know
Final Fantasy XIV has officially launched on the Nintendo Switch 2, allowing new players to experience the MMORPG. A separate subscription to the game is required, though initial fees may be waived for approximately one month. Players will need to purchase FFXIV Coins for in-game transactions on the platform.
Xbox Game Pass Reveals First Wave Of August 2026 Games
Xbox Game Pass has revealed the first wave of games coming in August 2026, including Heretic + Hexen, Beast of Reincarnation, and the Gears of War: E-Day beta. Later in the month, players can look forward to Bounty Star, Date Everything, Grounded 2, Ball X Pit, Cricket 26, Mio: Memories in Orbit, and Sandustry. Four games, including Aliens: Fireteam Elite and Firewatch, will be leaving the service on August 15.
PlayStation Plus Drops 93/100 PS5 Action Game for Free
PlayStation Plus is offering the highly-rated PlayStation 5 adventure game Big Walk for free to all subscribers on its launch day. Developed by House House, the co-op multiplayer game focuses on teamwork and communication, and currently holds a Metacritic score of 93/100. Players can add Big Walk to their library through the PS Plus Essential tier.
Super Mario Sunshine is finally coming to Nintendo Switch Online, seemingly letting Switch 2 owners play a worse version…
Nintendo has confirmed that Super Mario Sunshine will be added to Nintendo Switch Online's Expansion Pack on August 13. The announcement, made via a trailer presented in 4:3 aspect ratio, suggests that the version available through the subscription service may not include the visual improvements found in the Super Mario 3D All-Stars collection.
Mario Sunshine and two unreleased Virtual Boy games join Nintendo Switch Online in August
Nintendo is adding Super Mario Sunshine and two previously unreleased Virtual Boy games, D-Hopper and Zero Racers, to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack service in August. These additions expand the Virtual Boy library and bring another anticipated GameCube title to the service.
GameCube Classic Super Mario Sunshine Joins Nintendo Switch Online Catalog Next Month
The GameCube classic Super Mario Sunshine will be added to the Nintendo Switch Online catalog next month. This addition brings a beloved title to Nintendo's subscription service for players to enjoy on the Nintendo Switch.
Super Mario Sunshine coming to Nintendo Classics in August
Nintendo has announced that Super Mario Sunshine will be added to the Nintendo Classics library for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscribers in August. The game was previously teased over a year ago for the service.
Nintendo Switch Online release date announced for Super Mario Sunshine
Nintendo announced that Super Mario Sunshine will be added to the Nintendo Switch Online service on August 13, 2026. The classic game will be available through the Nintendo GameCube - Nintendo Classics library for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members.
The PS Plus August 2026 Essential games have been revealed
Sony has revealed the PlayStation Plus Essential games for August, featuring Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Reloaded Edition (PS5, PS4), Big Walk (PS5), and Signalis (PS4). Big Walk is a day-one release developed by House House, the team behind Untitled Goose Game. Additionally, a MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls PlayStation Plus Pack will be available, offering character avatars and in-game poses.
PlayStation Plus August Monthly Free Games Include a Big Surprise
Sony Interactive Entertainment has revealed the PlayStation Plus Essential free games for August 2026. Subscribers will receive Dying Light 2: Stay Human: Reloaded Edition for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, along with Big Walk for PlayStation 5 and Signalis for PlayStation 4. Additionally, a limited-time Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls Pack will be available for all PlayStation Plus players starting August 6.
Here are our PS Plus monthly games for August, with a bonus pack for Marvel fans
Sony has announced the PlayStation Plus monthly games for August, including Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Reloaded Edition for PS5 and PS4, Big Walk for PS5, and Signalis for PS4. Subscribers also receive a bonus pack for Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, featuring avatars and in-game poses.
PlayStation Plus Free Games For August 2026 Revealed
PlayStation Plus subscribers will receive three free games in August 2026: Big Walk, Dying Light 2, and Signalis, starting August 4. Members are reminded to claim July's free games before the offer expires.
Apple Upgrade is a subscription program for the company's devices
Apple has introduced a new subscription program that allows customers to lease devices such as the iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Mac. This program offers an alternative to outright purchasing the company's hardware.
Final Fantasy 14 is Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on August 4th
Final Fantasy XIV is launching on Nintendo Switch 2 on August 4th, with preorders now available. The MMORPG requires a separate subscription, though the first month is free. The game will be one of the largest releases on the platform, requiring 117.2 GB of storage space. The upcoming Dawntrail expansion is also mentioned as a reason to start playing.
PlayStation Plus August 2026 Free Game Revealed Early
Sony has revealed that Big Walk, the next game from the creator of Untitled Goose Game, will be a free monthly title for PlayStation Plus subscribers in August 2026. The cooperative multiplayer adventure will be available on PlayStation 5 starting August 4, 2026, and is a day-one release for the service.
PlayStation Plus Subscribers Have 9 Games To Finish Before August Ends
Nine games will be removed from the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog on August 18, including Dead Island 2 and Harold Halibut. Subscribers have until this date to play these titles. Additionally, new games are being added to the catalog throughout July and August, with classic titles also becoming available for Premium-tier members.
The History of Game Pass: How the Service Became Xbox’s Greatest Weapon
Introduced in 2017, Xbox Game Pass has evolved from a niche subscription service into a cornerstone of Microsoft's gaming strategy. By offering a vast library of games for a monthly fee, including all first-party titles at launch, it significantly lowered the barrier to entry and encouraged game discovery. Acquisitions of major studios like Bethesda and Activision Blizzard further bolstered its content, while cloud gaming expanded accessibility across devices. Despite challenges like licensing and profitability, Game Pass remains a key competitive advantage for Xbox, shaping the future of game distribution and player engagement.
Here's your next batch of Xbox Game Pass games for July
Xbox has announced new games coming to its Game Pass subscription service throughout July and into early August. Headlining the additions are Halo: Campaign Evolved and Hell Is Us, with other titles like The Planet Crafter and Beast of Reincarnation also joining the lineup. Several games will also be leaving the service on July 31st.
Xbox brings starter edition of Game Pass to Meta Horizon+
Xbox is now offering the starter edition of its Game Pass subscription service to Meta Horizon+ subscribers in supported regions. This partnership allows Meta Horizon+ users access to over 50 Game Pass titles and 10 hours of cloud gaming. The Meta Quest Touch controllers will also gain Xbox gamepad emulation capabilities in the coming weeks.
