In the realm of gaming, July may appear to be a quieter month, but it provides an excellent opportunity for players to catch up on their backlog. As the gaming landscape gears up for a busy end of the year, this lull is not without its highlights. Notably, two significant remakes, Assassin’s Creed Black Flag: Resynced and Halo: Campaign Evolved, are set to grace the digital shelves, alongside an array of co-op indie horror games that promise to thrill and chill.
July 2026 games: PC Gamer staff picks
This month is particularly exciting for fans of co-op horror, as several titles invite players to band together in the face of terror. Here are some standout selections:
- Cursed Cooking Mama – Happy’s Burgatory (July 16, Steam | 4-player co-op): A frantic burger-making experience where players must fulfill orders while evading a menacing mascot.
- After Hours Puzzler – Storebound 1.0 (July 16, Steam | 3-player co-op): Navigate a puzzle-filled store while avoiding a lurking demon, reminiscent of childhood escapades in department stores.
- Asymmetric Rabbit Hunt – Carnival Hunt (July 23, Steam | 5 players): A game of chase where one player takes on the role of a monstrous puppeteer, while others play as innocent bunny puppets.
- Killer Customer Service – Shift at Midnight (Release date TBD, Steam | 3-player co-op): Experience the chaos of running a gas station while dealing with body-snatched customers.
July 2026 big game highlights
In addition to the indie gems, July brings some major titles that gamers have been eagerly anticipating:
- Assassin’s Creed Black Flag: Resynced (July 9, Steam | Singleplayer): A faithful remake of the beloved pirate adventure, complete with enhanced visuals and quality-of-life improvements.
- College Football 27 (July 9, Steam | 4-player co-op): The latest installment in the annual football franchise, featuring new customization options and revamped gameplay mechanics.
- Palworld 1.0 (July 10, Steam | 4-player co-op): This survival crafting game enters its full release with a plethora of new features and updates.
- Halo: Campaign Evolved (July 28, Steam | 4-player co-op): A complete remake of the iconic first clash with the Covenant, now featuring additional missions for players to conquer.
July 2026 gaming events and sales
As the month unfolds, several gaming events and sales will keep the excitement alive:
- Tennocon (July 10 – 11): A celebration of the Warframe community, both online and in-person.
- Final Fantasy 14 Fan Fest (July 25 – 26): Continuing the Evercold expansion tour in Germany.
- Steam Sales: Enjoy various themed sales throughout the month, including the Social Deduction Fest and Train Fest.
July 2026 game updates and DLC
Several existing titles will also receive updates and expansions this month:
- Flight Simulator 2024 (July 4): Celebrating the U.S. National Parks with a world update.
- Doom: The Dark Ages (July 7): Introducing the Ripatorium 3.0 update and a new campaign.
- Granblue Fantasy: Relink (July 8): Adding new bosses and co-op quests with its Endless Ragnarok DLC.
- Phasmophobia (July 21): A rework of the iconic Willow Street haunted house.
The July 2026 games calendar
For those looking to keep track of all the happenings this month, here’s a comprehensive calendar:
| Date | Game | Status |
|---|---|---|
| July 4 | Flight Simulator 2024 – National parks update | 💫 UPDATE |
| July 7 | Doom: The Dark Ages – Revelations expansion | 💫 UPDATE |
| July 9 | Assassin’s Creed Black Flag: Resynced | ⭐ HIGHLIGHT |
| July 10 | Palworld 1.0 | ⭐ HIGHLIGHT |
| July 28 | Halo: Campaign Evolved | ⭐ HIGHLIGHT |
