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Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Confirmed as Steam Deck Verified

Ahead of its July 9th release date, Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has already earned Steam Deck and Steam Machine verification, giving handheld PC players a confident green light before the game even launches. The nautical action-adventure remake from Ubisoft is shaping up to be a smooth sailing experience for those looking to plunder the high seas from the comfort of a portable device.

Jul 4, 2026

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Slay the Spire 2 Gets 15 Powerful New Multiplayer Cards in Latest Patch

Slay the Spire 2 has received a significant update adding 15 brand-new cards designed exclusively for its co-operative multiplayer mode. The new additions span all five of the game's classes, bringing a wave of potent options for players looking to team up and tackle the Spire together. The patch arrived somewhat out of nowhere, surprising the community with a hefty injection of co-op content during the game's Early Access period.

Jul 4, 2026

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Call of Duty: Black Ops PS5 Ports Are Coming This Month — But When Exactly?

PlayStation fans eager to revisit the classic Call of Duty: Black Ops era on modern hardware are in for a treat — but they may need to exercise a little more patience. The PS5 ports of the original Call of Duty: Black Ops and its sequel are confirmed to launch sometime in July 2026, though an exact release date has yet to be announced. The news has sparked excitement in the community, with players eager to experience the beloved titles with the performance and visual upgrades that come with a native PS5 release.

Jul 4, 2026

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Miyamoto Wants to Bring "New Characters to the World" Beyond Mario & Zelda

Nintendo legend Shigeru Miyamoto has revealed ambitious plans to expand the company's intellectual property far beyond the walls of video gaming — and beyond its most iconic franchises. In a recent statement, Miyamoto expressed his desire to bring "new characters to the world" outside of Nintendo games, explicitly noting that the push wouldn't be limited to heavyweights like Super Mario and The Legend of Zelda. The comments signal a broader, more aggressive strategy for Nintendo to establish a multimedia presence with characters that may not yet have mainstream recognition outside of gaming circles.

Jul 4, 2026

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Final Fantasy 14 Modding Continues Despite Stalking Concerns

Another mod for Final Fantasy 14 has been pulled from circulation amid growing concerns over stalking within the popular MMO, reigniting a heated debate about the role of third-party plugins and Square Enix's response to the issue. The mod's removal follows a pattern of similar takedowns, as the community grapples with how certain plugins can be leveraged to track and harass players in-game — raising serious safety questions for the MMO's millions of users.

Jul 4, 2026

Final Fantasy 14Mobile GamingSquare Enix

Final Fantasy 14 Mobile Seemingly Abandoned by Square Enix

Final Fantasy 14 Mobile appears to have been quietly shelved by Square Enix, with mounting evidence suggesting the project has been abandoned. The game's official website has been down for weeks with no explanation from the publisher, and a prolonged silence on updates has left fans wondering whether the mobile spin-off will ever see the light of day.

Jul 4, 2026

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Mega Man's 40th Anniversary Brings a Brand-New Mainline Game, Capcom Eyes Wider Audience

Capcom is gearing up to celebrate one of gaming's most iconic blue heroes in a big way — Mega Man's 40th anniversary in 2027 will be marked with a brand-new mainline entry in the beloved franchise. The announcement signals Capcom's renewed commitment to the long-running series, which has seen relatively few major releases in recent years despite a passionate and enduring fanbase.

Jul 4, 2026

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Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 Final DLC Dated & Series Future Revealed

Bandai Namco used the Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour 2026 event to make two major announcements for the long-running Xenoverse series. Most immediately, the studio confirmed a July 2026 release date for Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2's Future Saga Chapter 4 DLC — the concluding chapter of the Future Saga storyline and, by all indications, the game's final piece of downloadable content. A trailer for the DLC has also been released, giving fans a last look at what to expect before the nearly decade-old title rides off into the sunset. Beyond the send-off for Xenoverse 2, Bandai Namco took the occasion to officially reveal what comes next for the Xenoverse franchise as a whole. While full details remain under wraps, the dual announcements signal that the publisher is ready to both close the book on Xenoverse 2 and chart a new course for the beloved Dragon Ball RPG series — leaving fans eager to see what the next chapter holds.

Jul 4, 2026

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FF7 Revelation's "Story Expansion Pass" Leaks: The Remake Trilogy May Not Truly End

Final Fantasy 7 Revelation was supposed to be the definitive conclusion to Square Enix's ambitious remake trilogy — the epic finish to a journey that began back in 2020 with Final Fantasy 7 Remake. But leaked store listings have thrown a fascinating wrinkle into that narrative, suggesting the ending may be far more of a new beginning than fans anticipated. The listings point to a "Story Expansion Pass" alongside a heap of additional DLC content, implying Square Enix has plans to extend Revelation's story well beyond its base game release.

Jul 4, 2026

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Cyberpunk 2077 Hits 40 Million Sales, Cracks Top 20 Best-Selling Games of All Time

CD Projekt Red's Cyberpunk 2077 has officially surpassed 40 million copies sold, cementing its place among the best-selling video games in history. The milestone, announced on July 3, 2026, places the open-world RPG firmly within the top 20 best-selling games of all time — a stunning turnaround for a title that launched in December 2020 to widespread technical chaos and a barrage of criticism. CD Projekt hailed the achievement as a reflection of "the incredible, lasting strength" of the game, with industry observers echoing the sentiment, calling it "a testament to what CD Projekt does best."

Jul 4, 2026

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Anime Expo 2026: Every Major Game & Anime Announcement Roundup

Anime Expo 2026 delivered one of the most packed holiday weekends in recent memory for fans of anime and Japanese gaming, with a flood of announcements dropping across July 3–4, 2026. On the anime front, highlights included the world premiere of the first 20 minutes of the long-awaited Kagurabachi adaptation — Shonen Jump's hotly anticipated next big shonen series — alongside a confirmed streaming release date for Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, finally landing on Crunchyroll in July 2026. JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run also made waves with Netflix revealing an official release date for the anime's second stage, with Siliconera further reporting the series is set to resume in September 2026. Meanwhile, legendary Final Fantasy artist Yoshitaka Amano turned heads with a 100%-hand-drawn proof-of-concept preview of his new anime ZAN, adapting Deva Zan. Solo Leveling fans were treated to a surprise theatrical announcement, with Crunchyroll confirming a new movie will hit cinemas ahead of Season 3, and Gachiakuta Season 2 offered its first trailer teasing new realms of the Pit and protagonist Rudo's evolving powers.

Jul 4, 2026

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Sony Kills Physical Game Production: Industry Backlash, Stock Surge & What Comes Next

Sony's bombshell announcement that it will cease manufacturing physical PlayStation games by 2028 has sent shockwaves across the gaming world, triggering a fierce backlash from fans, industry veterans, and even politicians — while simultaneously delighting shareholders. Sony's stock soared in the aftermath of the reveal, a stark contrast to the furious consumer response that forced the company off social media for days. The PlayStation maker has already begun repurposing its lone disc factory, signaling that despite public outcry, the decision appears irreversible. A small glimmer of hope emerged when Push Square reported Sony may retain some capacity to manufacture discs beyond the 2028 cutoff for re-orders of existing games, though many observers are calling this cold comfort.

Jul 4, 2026