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Marvel’s Wolverine Studio Confirms Physical Release Will Include a Disc
NewsJun 25, 2026

Marvel’s Wolverine Studio Confirms Physical Release Will Include a Disc

Insomniac Games confirmed that the physical version of Marvel’s Wolverine, launching on PS5 on September 15, will include a disc, contrasting with Grand Theft Auto 6’s code‑in‑box release. The decision addresses collector concerns about long‑term preservation and mirrors ongoing debates over...

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Grand Theft Auto 6 Is the Latest Blow to the Physical Games and Resell Market
NewsJun 25, 2026

Grand Theft Auto 6 Is the Latest Blow to the Physical Games and Resell Market

Rockstar Games announced that the upcoming Grand Theft Auto 6 will ship in a physical box containing only a download code, eliminating a disc. The decision aligns with a broader industry shift toward digital downloads, as PlayStation reported 85% of its...

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#DRIVE Rally PS5 Review – Racing To Forget
NewsJun 22, 2026

#DRIVE Rally PS5 Review – Racing To Forget

#DRIVE Rally on PS5 delivers an arcade‑style rally experience built around a single‑handbrake mechanic and minimalist, cel‑shaded visuals. The game foregoes complex physics, detailed HUDs, and a learning curve, aiming for instant pick‑up‑and‑play fun. While the core loop is engaging...

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Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Could Be the Comeback Fans Have Been Waiting For
NewsJun 22, 2026

Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Could Be the Comeback Fans Have Been Waiting For

Ubisoft is set to launch Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced on July 9, a remake that restores the 2013 title’s swashbuckling pirate focus while shedding the heavy RPG layers added in recent entries. Pre‑order data shows strong consumer enthusiasm, positioning the...

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ILL Won’t Make You Feel Like “An Unstoppable Action Hero,” But It Won’t Overtly Punish Either
NewsJun 22, 2026

ILL Won’t Make You Feel Like “An Unstoppable Action Hero,” But It Won’t Overtly Punish Either

Team Clout's upcoming survival‑horror title ILL, slated for a 2027 launch on PS5 and PC, showcases a new trailer that highlights its blend of action and horror. The developers emphasize a balanced difficulty: resources are scarce and makeshift weapons degrade,...

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Marvel’s Wolverine’s Sabretooth Actor Is Also Playing a Role in Grand Theft Auto 6 – Rumor
NewsJun 22, 2026

Marvel’s Wolverine’s Sabretooth Actor Is Also Playing a Role in Grand Theft Auto 6 – Rumor

Actor Brett Gipson disclosed on his résumé that he will portray Sabretooth in Insomniac Games' PS5‑exclusive *Marvel’s Wolverine* and a supporting character named Ellis in Rockstar Games' upcoming *Grand Theft Auto 6*. The GTA 6 role is listed as a supporting part,...

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Scopely Is Making a New Marvel Co-Op Gacha Action Game for Android, iOS – Rumor
NewsJun 22, 2026

Scopely Is Making a New Marvel Co-Op Gacha Action Game for Android, iOS – Rumor

Scopely is developing a new Marvel‑licensed mobile game, tentatively called Project Comet, featuring co‑op action and gacha mechanics. Industry leaker Miller Ross says a closed test was planned for June, and recent leaks show a Juggernaut prototype with on‑screen controls. Visual assets...

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Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 Director Promises “Infinite Ways” To Coordinate With Teammates
NewsJun 21, 2026

Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 Director Promises “Infinite Ways” To Coordinate With Teammates

Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, the sequel to the 2021 co‑op shooter, is set for a summer launch on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5 and PC. Director Chris Cross highlighted an "infinite" amount of customization, including a new Specialist class that...

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Where Winds Meet: Hidden Mountain to “Expand” Vertical Exploration for a “Multi-Layered Experience”
NewsJun 21, 2026

Where Winds Meet: Hidden Mountain to “Expand” Vertical Exploration for a “Multi-Layered Experience”

Everstone Studio announced the Hidden Mountain expansion for its free‑to‑play open‑world RPG Where Winds Meet, launching in July on Xbox Series X/S and other platforms. The expansion adds a new Hand Guard Discipline, vertical mountain exploration, and a campaign centered...

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PlayStation’s Inconsistency of PC Releases and Lack of Revenue Led to Recent Exclusivity Shift – Rumor
NewsJun 19, 2026

PlayStation’s Inconsistency of PC Releases and Lack of Revenue Led to Recent Exclusivity Shift – Rumor

Sony Interactive Entertainment’s CEO Hideaki Nishino confirmed that PlayStation will keep its single‑player narrative games exclusive to the console, ending the practice of occasional PC ports. The decision stems from inconsistent PC releases and disappointing revenue, with Herman Hulst emphasizing...

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Crimson Desert Update Lets Damiane and Oongka Pilot Blackstar, Adds 58 New House Items
NewsJun 19, 2026

Crimson Desert Update Lets Damiane and Oongka Pilot Blackstar, Adds 58 New House Items

Pearl Abyss released the 1.12.00 weekly update for Crimson Desert, adding Blackstar as a mount for Damiane and Oongka and enabling Visione equipment with new memory locations. The patch expands housing with 58 new items and lets players decorate the...

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Xbox Is Punishing Its Studios For Following Previous Orders – Report
NewsJun 18, 2026

Xbox Is Punishing Its Studios For Following Previous Orders – Report

Bloomberg reporter Jason Schreier says Xbox is penalizing studios that followed earlier corporate directives as Microsoft prepares a wave of layoffs and closures slated for July. The backlash stems from a series of missteps, beginning with the Xbox One launch...

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No Law Creative Director Discusses How Unreal Engine 5 Was Used to Create Port Desire
NewsJun 18, 2026

No Law Creative Director Discusses How Unreal Engine 5 Was Used to Create Port Desire

Neon Giant showcased its upcoming open‑world shooter No Law at Epic Games' State of Unreal, emphasizing how a small team used Unreal Engine 5 to build the dense city of Port Desire. The studio highlighted UE5 features like Nanite, Lumen,...

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Samson: A Tyndalston Story Has Had Tons of Patches, But Is It Actually Fixed?
NewsJun 17, 2026

Samson: A Tyndalston Story Has Had Tons of Patches, But Is It Actually Fixed?

Samson: A Tyndalston Story launched with severe performance hiccups, animation glitches, and erratic AI, prompting an immediate post‑launch patch. Subsequent updates over several months overhauled the camera system, refined combat readability, and expanded vehicle physics, customization, and map content. While...

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