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Capcom rolls out free demo for blockbuster Resident Evil Requiem
Resident Evil Requiem, which has sold over 7 million copies, now offers a free demo across major platforms. Players can try early chapters on Steam, Epic, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and Switch 2, though progress cannot be transferred to the full game.
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LIVE | Supreme Court Upholds 28% GST Levy On Online Gaming Activities | Online Gaming | Newscentre
The Supreme Court has affirmed the constitutionality of a 28% Goods and Services Tax on the full face value of bets placed in online gaming, directing GST authorities to proceed with show‑cause notices already issued to 71 operators. The notices, aggregating roughly ₹1.12 lakh crore, could swell to over ₹2.3 lakh crore once interest and potential penalties are added, with major firms such as Gamescraft, Dream Sports and Delta Corp facing demands of ₹21‑30 crore each. Experts on the NewsCenter panel highlighted that the tax is applied retrospectively to transactions before the August 2023 amendment, meaning companies must now account for GST on the entire stake, not just platform fees. The court also ruled that the distinction between skill‑based and chance‑based games is irrelevant for tax purposes, reinforcing a broad‑brush approach. Senior tax adviser Prateek Bansal warned that recovery will be difficult, likely targeting directors’ assets and any remaining corporate holdings, while Darshan Bora noted that interest could outpace the principal tax liability. The panel stressed that the litigation is far from over, with companies still able to contest the quantification and appeal orders, albeit at a cost of 10% pre‑deposit of the disputed amount. The decision threatens to destabilise India’s nascent online‑gaming sector, potentially driving operators out of business or forcing them to restructure. It also sets a precedent for retrospective tax enforcement, signaling heightened regulatory scrutiny and financial risk for digital‑service providers across the economy.
81-Year-Old Game Dev Finally Releases Sequel to Beloved 1987 Game After 37 Years
After abandoning work decades ago, 81‑year‑old programmer Colin Porch has finally released Blacktooth: A Head Over Heels Adventure, the long‑awaited sequel to the 1987 cult classic. Development stalled for 37 years due to uncertainty over character IP rights, but Porch’s...
Resident Evil Requiem Has a Demo Now, Despite the Fact It Came Out 3 Months Ago and Sold over 7...
Resident Evil Requiem, released three months ago, has sold over 7 million copies and now offers a free demo on Steam, Epic, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Switch 2. The demo lets players experience early chapters with protagonist Grace Ashcroft and a brief...
SimRacing Expo’s First U.S. Show Draws Thousands, Signaling Mainstream Shift
The SimRacing Expo held its first U.S. event in Charlotte, North Carolina, pulling in thousands of enthusiasts and featuring marquee vendors such as Fanatec, Thrustmaster, iRacing, NASCAR and Red Bull. Organizers say the turnout proves the hobby has moved from...
Destiny 2 Players Want to Break the Game’s Servers to Show Sony Demand for Destiny 3
Destiny 2 players are organizing a “server slam party” for the June 9 release of the final update, Monument of Triumph, hoping to demonstrate demand for a sequel. A fan‑driven petition urging Sony to greenlight Destiny 3 has already amassed hundreds of thousands...
KRAFTON India Teams with Film "Toxic" For BGMI 4.4 Update Featuring Yash Voice Packs
KRAFTON India has rolled out the BGMI 4.4 update, integrating actor Yash’s voice and Toxic‑themed collectibles. The two‑phase launch starts May 28, 2026, and targets the game’s 260 million users, blending cinema and mobile battle‑royale gameplay.
ESL FACEIT Group Debuts First Ever Esports Vertical Stream Co-Developed With TikTok
ESL FACEIT Group announced a partnership with TikTok to deliver broadcast‑native vertical livestreams for its esports tournaments, debuting at Intel Extreme Masters Atlanta. The new format features mobile‑first graphics and overlays designed specifically for smartphone screens. TikTok will supply promotional...
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Devs Want To Ensure Edward Remains A "Bad Assassin"
Ubisoft announced Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced will launch on July 9, 2026 for PlayStation, Xbox and PC, featuring a hybrid combat system that mixes classic counter‑attacks with RPG‑style mechanics and revised tail‑mission detection. While quality‑of‑life tweaks are welcomed, the hidden blades...
Netmarble Updates 'RF Online Next' With New 'Demolition' Class
Netmarble rolled out a major update for its MMORPG RF Online Next, introducing the Demolition class—a ranged, heavy‑weapon biosuit focused on mid‑to‑long‑range physical damage. The patch also adds Chapter 11.5, a narrative bridge to the upcoming Lavaron storyline, and a seasonal Challenge...
Highbrow Launches 'Dragon Village 3,' First Sequel in 12 Years, on the 27th
Highbrow announced the global launch of Dragon Village 3 on May 27, 2026, marking the franchise’s first numbered sequel after a 12‑year hiatus. The mobile title retains the series’ dragon‑collection core while adding village‑management simulation, an Underground Citadel dungeon, World Boss raids, and...
NC Updates Aion 2 with 'Grail of Muspel,' Its Most Difficult Dungeon Yet
NC announced a major Aion 2 update introducing the Grail of Muspel, the game’s toughest PvE dungeon. The 4,500‑item‑level sanctuary challenges players with the boss Caldrix and rewards exclusive gear such as the Lava Heart weapon and a Red Dragon pet....
EA Sports FC’s eChampions League Stars in Budapest for Finals Tonight
The eChampions League 2026 Finals took place in Budapest, where the top eight European EA Sports FC players competed for a $281,000 prize pool. The event, co‑hosted by UEFA and EA Sports, featured unique team‑building constraints that required players to manage a 15‑million‑coin...
Street Fighter 6 Server Maintenance Time Revealed for Ingrid and the Game's Largest Content Update to Date
Capcom announced that Street Fighter 6 will undergo server maintenance on May 27 from 7 p.m. to midnight PDT to deploy its biggest post‑launch update. The patch introduces Ingrid, a new technical zoner, along with Avatar Arcade and Random Avatar Matches, new Outfit 3...
ESports Platform Lucra Sports Secures $20 Million Series B Led by ARK Invest
Lucra Sports announced a $20 million Series B round headed by ARK Invest’s venture fund, with participation from other VCs. Founder Dylan Robbins says an AI‑centric pitch and a chance encounter at a New York darts bar convinced the fund to...
Russian Censors Target Yuri VN Titles on Steam
Russian regulator Roskomnadzor has removed three yuri visual‑novel titles by indie developer ebi‑hime from the Russian version of Steam. The games—Her Love, Like Poison; The Demon Queen’s Dire Dilemma; and Rituals in the Dark—feature same‑sex romantic storylines that violate Russia’s...
Marathon Goes Full Survival Horror Mode In New Nightfall Trailer And I Can’t Believe I’m About To Get Sucked In...
Bungie unveiled the Nightfall map in a new cinematic trailer, marking the centerpiece of Marathon season 2 set to launch on June 2, 2026. The Dire Marsh‑based map plunges players into pitch‑black environments where flashlights and sound cues become essential for survival. The trailer...