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Xbox Wire has announced that Microsoft is restructuring its Xbox Cloud Gaming service starting this November. The platform will transition from unlimited streaming to a tiered monthly hour system for Game Pass subscribers, while simultaneously introducing a new pay-as-you-go option that allows non-subscribers to purchase cloud playtime for games they already own.
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Read at IGNDungeons & Dragons fans will soon be exploring the dangerous lands of Azeroth, as World of Warcraft is coming to the tabletop game . Wizards of the Coast (WotC) and Blizzard have gone all-out with this crossover, as not only does it feature multiple World of Warcraft classes and six additional subclasses, but also various specializations, spells, items, and enemies. That sounds like a dream pairing between two titans of the fantasy genre, but could we see Dungeons & Dragons make an appearance in World of Warcraft's...
Read at GameSpotWe got new details on the new Star Trek movie in development, and it's inspired by an unlikely pair of Denzel Washington films.
Read at PolygonRevealed during today’s State of Play presentation , Pearl Abyss has confirmed that Crimson Desert ’s first major expansion will be launching in October. It not only adds a new region and plenty of new narrative surprises, but also gameplay features that pull from the most unlikely of places. If the reveal trailer is any indication, Crimson Desert could soon be a life sim that gives The Sims a run for its money. In Chartering the Unknown, players can expect underwater combat in which you pilot submarines, ride...
Read at GameSpotGearbox shares new details on Borderlands 4's newest Vault Hunter, Loveless the Hacker, a throwback to one of Borderlands 2's best characters.
Read at PolygonAfter years of poking fun at Green Lantern, Ryan Reynolds admitted he owes his career and personal life to the infamous 2011 DC superhero movie.
Read at IGNOrganizers of the Best Places To Work Awards have extended the submission deadline for their Special Awards categories until September 7. These accolades, which recognize UK gaming-related businesses for achievements in areas like diversity, sustainability, and education, will be presented alongside the main awards on October 1, following the GamesIndustry.biz HR Summit.
Read on HavenI'm pretty sure that by this point, Square Enix have shown up to every major gaming showcase this summer with something Final Fantasy 7 Revelation related (even if that German Geoff Night one was mostly a waste of everyone's time). However! The latest trailer offered the one thing that I know is on everyone's mind: will Cloud drive a motorbike again. Oh, and a release date.
Read at Rock Paper ShotgunHere you find all the "Horizon Mascot Party" Series 4 challenges and rewards in Forza Horizon 6, as well as the prizes for each season.
Read at PolygonSeptember's PS5 State of Play showcase was full of angry fans asking for new disc policies or demanding the development of Destiny 3
Read at PolygonTakashi Iizuka, a key figure in Sega’s Sonic Franchise, told IGN’s Jeffrey Vega about the unique difficulty the company faced in giving the Blue Blur a playable skin in Fortnite.
Read at IGNA former Rockstar Games developer has revealed that the team thought GTA Online was going to fail before it launched.
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Read at IGNThe studio behind Planet Coaster, Planet Zoo and Jurassic World Evolution is making a new Disney game as theme park sims prepare for a comeback.
Read at PolygonA genre built for a post-capitalist world BioEden is set in a post-apocalyptic future shaped by solarpunk ideals, a speculative movement imagining a hopeful world powered by renewable energy and ecological balance. Humanity has expanded into space, and colonization is now overseen by the Collective, a political assembly made up of rival space-faring guilds. Earth […] The post From 4X to 4R: BioEden Trades Domination for Restoration appeared first on XBOX Wire .
Read at Xbox WireThe Crunchyroll Game Vault is expanding, as the anime brand has announced several new additions to its collection of mobile games. Available as a membership perk for Mega and Ultimate Fan subscribers, the Game Vault will now offer more than 100 games free of ads and in-app purchases, with new arrivals like Baki Hanma: Blood Arena and ReStory: Chill Electronics Repairs being added to the service. For fans of cozy experiences, ReStory is a delightful game where you run an electronics workshop and spend the day...
Read at GameSpotWe already knew that Final Fantasy 7 Revelation was going to launch sometime in 'spring 2027 ', but today director Naoki Hamaguchi took to Sony's State of Play livestream to inform us all that the game has a locked-in release date: 8th April, 2027. It'll launch worldwide, and on all platforms - that's PS5, Nintendo Switch 2 , Xbox Series X/S, and PC - at the same time (the first game in the series to do so).
Read at EurogamerCD Projekt joint-CEO Michał Nowakowski has commented on how the studio thinks about artificial intelligence when it comes to developing games. Speaking during CD Projekt's latest earnings briefing, the executive said AI is "definitely becoming a thing in games development." However, he stressed that the Polish developer is still "predominantly using people" to make games. "AI, if anything, is a tool like many others that's helping in places that can maybe become more helpful in the future but we're not planning to...
Read at GameSpotCrimson Desert 's first proper expansion, not be confused with any of the ten million things Pearl Abyss have added to their vast expanse of stuff to do via free updates , is set to release next month. It's called Charting the Unknown, is out on October 15th, and looks to be set into a new realm filled with more game mechanics you've seen elsewhere shoved together to fill a vast open world.
Read at Rock Paper ShotgunA Lego replica of the original Playstation was just revealed at the Sony State of Play, and it'll be available to order starting next month.
Read at EurogamerAfter its liberation from Microsoft's ownership , the newly independent Double Fine Productions has been quite busy. At the September 2026 State of Play , PlayStation revealed that Double Fine's surreal adventure Keeper is shadow-dropping on PS5, and the studio added that the acclaimed game is getting some intriguing updates. Along with the surprise PS5 release, Keeper is also getting a "Psychedelic Mode," which is probably exactly what it sounds like. Considering how much bizarre imagery is already in the game, an...
Read at GameSpotThe most exciting part of a video game showcase is when developers shadow-drop something immediately after announcing it. Today's State of Play had a few such announcements. Demos for a new Final Fantasy game and anime-inspired action titles, as well as a port of a Double Fine game that was previously Xbox exclusive, are out now. Final Fantasy Resonance Demo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IZvZYwQdXN8&pp=0gcJCRoMAYcqIYzv Final Fantasy Resonance is an HD-2D game based on the narrative of Brave Exvius, a game...
Read at GameSpotSony's latest State of Play and State of Play Japan broadcasts showcased over 30 games, delivering a massive wave of announcements, release dates, and gameplay reveals. Key highlights include the debut of a new Resident Evil film, a release date for Grand Theft Auto VI alongside custom controllers, a major expansion for Ghost of YŃtei, and the highly anticipated launch date for Final Fantasy VII Revelation.
Read on HavenSpace! The final frontier. These are the voyages of the USS Rock Paper Enterprise. Or they will be, once I've worked through my launch checklist. OK, says here I start by activating the APU. There's no "APU" on the bridge display, but I'm guessing they mean "auxiliary power unit". Done! Now I have to wait a few turns, then switch on the actual reactor, and spend another couple of turns waiting for it to fill the battery. Now I just activate my helm and sensors, and boom, we're away. Where was I? Ah yes... its...
Read at Rock Paper ShotgunNew stories, new challenges, no price tag with Free Play Days! The Survivalists is available this weekend for XBOX Game Pass Ultimate, Premium and Essential members to play from Thursday, September 3 until Sunday, September 6, 2026. EA Sports College Football 27 is free for all XBOX members to try from September 3 until September 6 […] The post Free Play Days – EA Sports College Football 27, The Survivalists, The Lonesome Guild, and Under The Waves appeared first on XBOX Wire .
Read at Xbox WireApple is facing a £2 billion class action lawsuit over the implementation of its App Tracking Transparency (ATT) framework.
Read at GamesIndustry.bizSony has unveiled two limited-edition Grand Theft Auto VI DualSense controllers for the PlayStation 5 during its State of Play broadcast. Available in black and white, the accessories feature custom palm tree designs and color-shifting finishes. Pre-orders are scheduled to begin on September 10, 2026, through PlayStation Direct, with pricing set at $84.99 USD ahead of the highly anticipated game's release.
Read on HavenFollowing Nintendo , both Sony and Microsoft have now argued in court that they are not obligated to provide refunds to consumers who paid more for a price-hiked PlayStation or Xbox console related to US President Donald Trump's controversial tariff plan. The tariffs were...
Read at GameSpotKonami Digital Entertainment has announced Rhapsody in Scarlet, a new action game for the PlayStation 5. Revealed during Sony's State of Play broadcasts, the title is set in 1920s New York and features a unique blend of magic-based combat, beast-commanding mechanics, and a jazz-infused historical fantasy narrative. Players can now add the upcoming game to their PlayStation Store wishlists.
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