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Xbox Game Pass Removes Cyberpunk 2077 And 9 Other Games Very Soon
Cyberpunk 2077 and nine other games, including Dead Cells, Frostpunk 2, and Spiritfarer, will be removed from Xbox Game Pass on September 15. Cyberpunk 2077 was added to the service in March and is now departing after a six-month period.
How to cancel your Whoop membership (and why you may want to)
This guide explains the process for canceling a Whoop membership and discusses potential reasons why a user might choose to do so. It covers the steps involved in terminating the subscription service.
Sony CEO says selling more PS5s isn't as important as monetizing the 125 million monthly PS Plus users now the…
Sony CEO Hiroki Totoki stated that aggressively selling PlayStation 5 consoles is no longer the priority, shifting focus to monetizing the existing user base of over 95 million consoles sold and 125 million monthly PlayStation Plus users. This strategic pivot aims to increase recurring revenue, a move the article contrasts with past Sony decisions and notes Microsoft is not currently positioned to capitalize on.
PlayStation Plus September Monthly Free Games Rolling Out Now
The PlayStation Plus Essential monthly free games for September 2026 are now available globally. Subscribers can claim MLB: The Show 26, Sniper Elite: Resistance, Chained Echoes, and Wobbly Life. This announcement also serves as a final reminder for players to claim August's free titles.
Why would you pay $359 for the most expensive Whoop membership?
The article discusses the Whoop Life membership tier, which is the most expensive option for the Whoop platform. It notes that this tier provides more data compared to lower-priced memberships.
Price increases suddenly hit Apple TV and Apple One
Apple has increased the prices for its Apple TV streaming device and Apple One subscription bundle. This price hike means users will pay more for services like Apple TV+ and access to bundled content.
PlayStation Plus Extra, Premium September Game Revealed Early
Sony has revealed that RuneScape: Dragonwilds will be the first game added to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium in September 2026, marking the MMORPG's console debut. The game will launch day one into the catalog on September 15, with the full lineup to be announced by September 9. RuneScape: Dragonwilds is described as a cooperative survival adventure set on the continent of Ashenfall.
PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for September 2026 Leak, Headlined by Sniper Elite: Resistance
A leak has revealed the PlayStation Plus monthly games lineup for September 2026, reportedly featuring Sniper Elite: Resistance as a headline title. The official announcement from Sony is expected soon.
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Bundle Announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo has announced a new bundle for the Nintendo Switch 2 that includes the console, a copy of Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, and a 3-month Nintendo Switch Online subscription. This bundle will be available from October 22nd for $549.99, the same price as the existing Mario Kart World bundle which also received a price increase. Nintendo Switch Sports Resort will feature 12 motion-controlled sports and new 'Sports Mii' avatars.
ESPN is raising prices on most of its streaming subscriptions, even bundles with Disney+
ESPN is increasing the monthly price of its Unlimited streaming subscription tier to $32 starting September 17. This price hike affects most of ESPN's streaming offerings, including bundles that include Disney+.
Free Play Days – Train Sim World 6, Icarus: Console Edition, and Lynked: Banner of the Spark
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential members can play Train Sim World 6, Icarus: Console Edition, and Lynked: Banner of the Spark for free from August 20 to August 23. Players can download the games directly from the Xbox Store and continue their progress with limited-time discounts on purchases.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Exits Xbox Game Pass August 31 — And The Timing Is Odd
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Complete Edition will be removed from Xbox Game Pass on August 31, 2026, after a six-month tenure on the service. This departure is considered unusual, especially with new DLC planned for the game. CD Projekt Red may be encouraging direct purchases ahead of the upcoming expansion, though players can utilize cross-save functionality to continue their progress on other platforms.
Five Games Exit Xbox Game Pass On August 31 — Including The Witcher 3 Remastered
Five games, including The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered Edition, will be removed from Xbox Game Pass on August 31. Microsoft confirmed the departures, which are typical for subscription services as contracts expire and new titles are added. NBA 2K26 will also leave on September 6.
What’s Leaving PlayStation Plus in September 2026: Madden, Toy Story and More
Sony's PlayStation Plus service will see several games removed in September 2026, including Madden NFL 26, Persona 5 Tactica, and two Toy Story titles. The Shadowrun trilogy is also listed as a "last chance to play." The article notes that while August was a strong month for the service, September's departures are confirmed while new additions remain unannounced.
PlayStation Plus Is Removing 10 Games Soon, So Finish Them While You Can
Sony is removing 10 games from the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for Extra and Premium subscribers soon, though an exact date has not been specified. Titles like EA Sports Madden NFL 26, Persona 5 Tactica, and several Shadowrun and Toy Story games will no longer be available. This follows the recent addition of new games to the service.
Peacock is raising subscription prices for the fourth time in as many years
Peacock is increasing its subscription prices for the fourth time in four years. The streaming service has not yet announced the specific new pricing details.
Here's your next batch of Xbox and PC Game Pass games for August
Microsoft has announced new games coming to Xbox and PC Game Pass in August, including the day-one addition of Resonance: A Plague Tale and Blood Dungeon. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Remastered Edition will be leaving Game Pass at the end of the month.
PS Plus Users Warned Not to Download New RPG Right Away
PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers are warned about a potential issue when downloading games that are also offered as monthly Essential freebies. Downloading Dying Light 2: Stay Human from the Extra catalog after claiming it via Essential could result in losing the license permanently if the game leaves the subscription service. Players are advised to check their libraries before downloading to avoid this issue, though Sony support may offer a fix.
Xbox Game Pass Reveals Its Next Wave Of August 2026 Games
Xbox Game Pass has revealed its second wave of games for August, including several day-one releases available on PC and Xbox Series X. Notable additions include Egging On, BlazBlue Entropy Effect X, and Starsand Island. The service will also lose The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt on August 31.
Xbox Game Pass Is Losing The Witcher 3 And Several More Games In August
Xbox Game Pass will lose five games on August 31, including the critically acclaimed The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Complete Edition. Other titles departing the service are Another Crab's Treasure, I Am Your Beast, Neon Abyss, and One Lonely Outpost. Subscribers can purchase these games at a 20% discount before they are removed.