Absolum, a beat 'em up roguelite game, is set to debut on Android and iOS on November 5, 2026, with optimized touch controls, online co-op, controller support, cloud saves, and achievements.
Arm's DLSS for Android is set to be released soon, starting with the Xiaomi 18 Fold in China. The new Arm Mali G2-Ultra NX graphics processor inside the custom Xring O3 chip promises to enhance mobile gaming by providing PC-like technologies to improve game performance without using more power. This technology includes AI gaming graphics accelerators that can eliminate jagged edges in games and offer features similar to Nvidia's DLSS, such as AI upscaling, frame generation, and ray reconstruction. The new graphics tech is expected to be available in various devices beyond Chinese phones, including tablets and Chromebooks. The technology is aimed at improving gaming experiences while maintaining battery life and will be integrated into games like Where Winds Meet, Infinity Nikki, and Arena Breakout: Infinite.
On September 3, 2026, Microsoft announced that Xbox Game Pass subscribers will see a shift in cloud gaming access. Starting November 2026, unlimited cloud streaming will be replaced by a tiered hour bank system: 15 hours for Ultimate, 10 for Premium, and 5 for Essential subscribers. Once a subscriber exhausts their allotted hours, they must wait for the next billing cycle or purchase additional time. This change is the most significant since the beta launch of Xbox Cloud Gaming in 2019. The announcement was made on Xbox Wire, and the new structure is reflected on Xbox’s product pages.
The new tiered system introduces a scarcity model, with every paid tier now having its own cloud gaming quota. Essential subscribers, who previously had no cloud access, will now receive 5 hours per month. The pricing for the Game Pass tiers is as follows: Ultimate at .99 for 15 hours, Premium at .99 for 10 hours, and Essential at .99 for 5 hours. The free ad-supported tier remains unchanged at 5 hours per month.
Microsoft's rationale for the change is based on usage data indicating that most subscribers do not heavily utilize cloud streaming, coupled with the rising costs of operating cloud gaming services. The company has stated that additional hours can be purchased once a subscriber's monthly allotment is used up, although pricing details for these add-ons have not yet been disclosed.
The new hour caps will take effect in November 2026, following a shorter notice period compared to NVIDIA's GeForce NOW service, which implemented a 100-hour monthly cap earlier in 2026. The response from gaming communities has been largely negative, with concerns about the limits falling short of typical usage patterns and conflicting with the marketing of Game Pass as offering unlimited access.
The introduction of hour caps could impact Game Pass's subscriber base, particularly among those who rely on cloud gaming as their primary access point. Microsoft's internal usage data will determine the extent of this impact, as the company aims to control costs without raising subscription prices.
Entropy is an early access role-playing game featuring experimental, JRPG-style combat in a bizarre, fallen world. It is developed by Lovely Hellplace, the team behind the acclaimed Dread Delusion. Dread Delusion was praised for its first-person gameplay and engaging side quests, including themes of ethical dilemmas and memory. The writer Harry Tuffs contributed significantly to the game's narrative, while Io Brindle returns to help with Entropy. Initially intended to have a shorter narrative, the game's writing expanded due to rich character development. Entropy features a diverse party system with permadeath for all characters and is available on Steam for £8.99, along with a demo.
The launch of the new Fable game has been postponed to 2027, with the decision influenced significantly by the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6. Fable's director, Ralph Fulton, acknowledged the chaotic release window and expressed satisfaction with the delay, despite initial disappointment. He noted that the decision was made to avoid competition with Grand Theft Auto 6, while also recognizing the presence of other major titles releasing soon. Fulton emphasized that while they are confident in their own game, they preferred to avoid direct competition with Grand Theft Auto 6.
- The unreleased Steam game Wardogs, a 100-player FPS, is trending at #1 with a peak of 105,000 concurrent users during its playtest.
- Sally Face 2 is at #2, Dear Passengers at #3, Phantom Blade Zero at #4, Rerouted at #5, Tulpa The Unseen Lover at #7, and Heatwarped at #10.
- Steam is testing personalized recommendations for its Midweek Deals for logged-in users.
- Silent Hill: Townfall will be a PS5 exclusive for at least six months post-release.
- Valve was founded 30 years ago.
- There is a decline in physical retail for games, particularly with fewer Xbox consoles in big box stores.
- Indie developer Kernel Hearts announced 50,000 pre-orders on the Epic Games Store, influenced by a promotional Fortnite skin.
- Steam updated its documentation for pre-orders, advising developers to enable encrypted preloads for anticipated games.
- Roblox has blocked certain bots, leading to decreased concurrent users, while the game Steal an Egg set a record for reaching 500,000 concurrent users quickly.
- Entity raised .8 million to develop console-quality games for web browsers.
- The issue of 'keyword squatting' on consoles continues, with the release of Lethal Corporation drawing attention for its misleading title.
- The PC game market has shifted from survival games, city builders, and action RPGs in 2021 to a rise in Roguelite and Roguelike genres by 2025.
- Roguelite gained 39 spots, Roguelike gained 37 spots, and Life Sim games climbed 31 spots to #6.
- The Idler genre rose 46 spots to #15, while Survival Horror dropped to #26.
- The 2025 list of top games includes three titles priced below , compared to only one in 2021.
PC Guide operates on a reader-supported model, earning affiliate commissions from purchases made through links on their platform. The Decky-Nexus plugin, developed by RedRanger14, allows Steam Deck users to browse, download, install, and manage Nexus Mods for supported games directly from Gaming Mode. Currently, it supports nine titles: Cyberpunk 2077, Elden Ring, Fallout 4, Fallout: New Vegas, Resident Evil 4, Skyrim Special Edition, Slay the Spire 2, Stardew Valley, and The Witcher 3. Future updates aim to add Fallout 3, Hollow Knight: Silksong, Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord, and Palworld.
Decky-Nexus manages mod installations, including mod folders, Proton prefixes, and mod loader profiles, and allows users to install mod collections and navigate FOMOD installers. It includes a Health section for reviewing game logs and monitoring installed mods and downloads. Users need Decky Loader and a Nexus Mods Premium account, and the supported game must be installed via Steam. Installation of Decky-Nexus requires switching to Desktop Mode, as automatic installation is not yet available. The plugin is labeled as an unofficial beta and has been tested on real hardware, though users are advised to back up save files due to potential issues. Future features will include manual load-order editing and compatibility with additional mod tools.
S-Game revealed eight distinct maps for Phantom Blade Zero that connect into a single world, emphasizing a rich environment for players. The game features optional areas and formidable bosses that serve as diversions from the main narrative. Phantom Blade Zero is described as neither an open-world game nor a strictly linear adventure, incorporating a light metroidvania-style progression system that allows players to revisit areas. Donnie Yen has been involved in the game's development since 2023.
In May 2026, Sony announced that future single-player titles will remain exclusive to the PlayStation 5, although some games currently in development will launch across platforms. Upcoming PS5 games include:
- Spider-Man franchise: A new narrative featuring a character from the Marvel universe, expected to carry an M-rating.
- Phantom Blade Zero: Set to launch on October 29, 2026, as a timed PS5 and PC exclusive, with a later release on Xbox and Switch 2 in Fall 2027.
- God of War Laufey: Scheduled for release on February 16, 2027, as a PS5 exclusive, featuring Faye on a journey through the Everywhen.
- Until Dawn 2: A sequel with a new cast, set for release in 2027 as a PS5 exclusive, focusing on amateur ghost hunters.
- Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet: An upcoming PS5 exclusive from Naughty Dog, featuring a rogue bounty hunter in a retro-futuristic world.
- Fairgame$: A multiplayer heist shooter for PS5 and PC, facing development challenges but still anticipated.
- GTA 6: A timed console exclusive launching on November 19, 2026, not exclusive to PS5 but available solely on consoles for a limited time.
On August 6, 2026, the Rennes-based studio WILD WITS, in collaboration with publisher Curve Games, released Sovereign Tower, a medieval fantasy round-table RPG available on PC starting at 5 PM BST. Players assume the role of the Sovereign, navigating a court filled with eccentric knights while managing the demands of a kingdom. The game involves recruiting Knights with unique strengths, assigning them to quests, and balancing relationships with the populace and nobles. Players can consult a Demon to rewind time and rectify mistakes. A supporter bundle is available on Steam, including the full game and soundtrack featuring songs from Hildegard Von Blingin’. Wild Wits, founded in 2021, specializes in narrative-driven experiences, while Curve Games is known for a diverse catalog of over 50 titles. G4F Records produces original soundtracks for video games and visual media.
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