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June 14, 2026

Unofficial PC Version for GoldenEye 007 Remaster Released

The PC version of the canceled remaster of GoldenEye 007 has been released, allowing players to experience the classic game on their PCs. The remaster was initially planned in 2008 but was canceled before launch. The new PC version features enhancements such as 60 FPS performance, online multiplayer capabilities, controller support, adjustable in-game settings, and visual post-FX filters. However, players need to obtain the X360 XBLA ROM file to access the game, as it does not include any in-game assets. Other unofficial PC ports of classic games are also available.

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June 10, 2026

18 embargoes from Summer Game Fest just lifted, so let’s rank everything I saw in LA

Morgan Park attended a recent gaming showcase featuring various titles with mixed reactions from attendees. Grave Seasons had a demo focused on introducing townsfolk and watering seeds, with a plot twist involving a murderer left unexplored. Resident Evil: Veronica was presented in a Capcom theater segment that included a Q&A with producer Yoshiaki Hirabayashi, but offered little new information. Join Us combined management sim and third-person shooter mechanics, allowing players to expand a cult's influence while fending off a gang. Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 aimed for a Left 4 Dead-style co-op experience, but early impressions noted a lack of excitement in shooting mechanics. Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game impressed with its faithful recreation of the Nickelodeon show's aesthetic and attention to detail in character movesets. Gears of War: E-Day showcased visual engagement but revealed little about gameplay evolution, confirming a shift to 4v4 PvP modes. Bad Magpie featured whimsical chaos-driven gameplay, allowing players to disrupt a soccer match among mice. The Wolf Among Us 2 demonstrated smoother animations and an immersive experience through Unreal 5 and motion capture. Spyro: A Realm Beyond hinted at new gameplay mechanics, including an innovative flight system. Blood Message offered a grounded action gameplay experience set in the late Tang dynasty, blending stealth and combat. Stupid Never Dies featured a zombie protagonist who absorbs enemy powers in a roguelite format. Fable highlighted an intricate social sandbox system with various activities, though some interactions felt mechanical. Onimusha: Way of the Sword showcased exceptional combat mechanics, while N+ Infinity Times Two provided an exciting multiplayer platforming experience, particularly in its Tag mode.

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May 31, 2026

Call of Duty yet again promises ‘no clowny skins’ for Modern Warfare 4, but we’ve been burned before

Infinity Ward has committed to a thematic and grounded approach to skins and cosmetics in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, assuring fans there will be no whimsical designs at launch or in future seasons. This commitment follows concerns about increasingly outlandish skins in the franchise, particularly after Activision introduced premium skins inspired by the Fallout TV series for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. Fan frustration is rising, and there are worries about declining skin sales due to a disconnect between developers and marketing teams. Recent entries in the franchise have faced critical struggles, despite strong sales, leading to discontent among fans. Additionally, Microsoft is under pressure to profit from its acquisition of Activision Blizzard while navigating backlash related to its ties with the Israel Defense Forces, which has complicated the launch of Modern Warfare 4.

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May 30, 2026

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 – First Details on the Next Epic Call of Duty Campaign

Activision is offering a 10% pre-order loyalty discount for previous owners of the Call of Duty® franchise on the Modern Warfare® 4 Vault Edition. Pre-ordering any digital edition grants early access to the Open Beta and the Hunter Killer Operator Skin for use in Call of Duty®: Black Ops 7 and Call of Duty®: Warzone™. The Vault Edition includes Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® 4, the Hostile Alliance Operator Pack, the Special Forces Operator Pack, a Signature Weapon Collection, a BlackCell (1 Season) with a Battle Pass and additional content, and a DMZ Deployment Bonus. The game is set during a full-scale invasion on the Korean Peninsula, featuring a narrative involving South Korean soldiers and Captain Price. Gameplay includes various combat scenarios, a multiplayer mode focused on grounded combat, and a DMZ mode where players make critical decisions. Modern Warfare® 4 will be available on Xbox Series X|S and PC, but not on Xbox One, and online multiplayer requires a Game Pass Essential subscription and specific PC security requirements.

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May 28, 2026

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is official – and this time there’s no Xbox Game Pass free option, but it will be on Nintendo Switch 2

Activision has announced the release of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on October 5, which will be available on Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. This game will not be included in the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate at launch, requiring players on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PC, and Switch 2 to purchase it outright. The game features a narrative with high-stakes scenarios and intense combat in locations like Korea, New York, Paris, and Mumbai, along with 12 core multiplayer maps at launch. The development is led by Infinity Ward and Beenox, with gameplay mechanics optimized for PC. Further details are expected during the Xbox Games Showcase on June 7.

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May 28, 2026

I played Modern Warfare 4 at Infinity Ward, let’s talk about it

Infinity Ward is set to release Modern Warfare 4, its first entry in the franchise in four years. The game will feature the return of the DMZ extraction mode and is set in South Korea. It introduces apex attachments that fundamentally alter a gun's identity, with unique attachments for each weapon unlocking at full level. Movement mechanics have been revamped for a more fluid experience, allowing rapid mantling and smoother transitions. The initial maps follow a classic three-lane structure but lack innovation. The Gunfight mode returns, now expanded to 10v10 with dynamic maps. Quality-of-life enhancements include improved FOV, depth of field adjustments, refined muzzle smoke/flash effects, and improved hipfire mechanics. Loadouts have been simplified to five attachments per weapon and a standard three-perk system, allowing for more personalized gaming experiences.

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May 28, 2026

The next Call of Duty is Modern Warfare 4, Infinity Ward’s first game in 4 years

Activision has confirmed that the latest installment in the Call of Duty franchise will be Modern Warfare 4, developed by Infinity Ward after a four-year hiatus. The game will feature settings in North and South Korea, following a squad of South Korean marines and an American embedded soldier during a North Korean invasion of Seoul. The narrative style aims to reflect current events, described as "ripped from the headlines." Captain Price will return, and the game will include a traditional, linear story mode with over a dozen campaign missions. Multiplayer will focus on classic gameplay without features like Ominimovement and wall-jumps, and will introduce a sequel to the DMZ extraction mode. Modern Warfare 4 is set to be released on October 23.

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May 24, 2026

The design lead of Half-Life’s biggest competitor says that its publisher was so ‘pissed off’ by the time the game launched that it didn’t bother testing it properly: ‘We got trashed in the press because of bugs’

In 1998, Ritual Entertainment launched the first-person shooter Sin, which was highly anticipated due to its backing by John Romero. However, just a month after its release, Valve's Half-Life debuted, overshadowing Sin with its innovative storytelling and design. Ritual faced internal struggles with its publisher, Activision, including a lack of support and a critical oversight where the gold master of Sin was not tested, resulting in a disabled first boss. This led to negative reviews and diminished success for Sin. Despite these challenges, a remaster titled Sin: Reloaded has been developed by Nightdive, although a release date is not yet confirmed.

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May 21, 2026

I’ve played 1000s of hours of Overwatch but it wasn’t until its new Anniversary game mode that I discovered I have no clue what the hell I’m doing

Overwatch is celebrating its 10-year anniversary with a new game mode called Mystery Showdown. In this mode, players select a role queue for balanced teams and swap heroes upon securing an elimination or achieving three assists as a support. A mercy feature is available for players struggling to find their footing. The mode introduces a structured approach while maintaining the chaotic fun of hero switching, leading to humorous and unexpected gameplay experiences.

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May 2, 2026

Rocket League has a new Easy Anti-Cheat addition, and it still works on the Steam Deck — it’s about time for other game Devs to follow suit

Psyonix has integrated Easy Anti-Cheat into Rocket League while supporting Linux platforms. Although Rocket League is no longer available on Steam, it can still be played on SteamOS through the Epic Games platform using Proton for compatibility. Other titles like Battlefield 6, Call of Duty, and EA Sports FC 26 are not accessible on SteamOS due to compatibility issues with anti-cheat systems. Psyonix's efforts may encourage other developers to improve Linux support. Emerging titles like Splitgate: Arena Reloaded and Rocket League are contributing to broader Linux compatibility, but challenges remain due to some publishers' reluctance to invest in these solutions.