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August 1, 2026

Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 3 to 7

Next week, several games are set to launch for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC: - Beast of Reincarnation: Releases on August 3, available on Game Pass and optimized for Xbox Series X|S. Players explore a post-apocalyptic Japan as Emma and her dog Koo, with customization options and exclusive pre-order rewards. - Kynseed: Releases on August 4, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. A life simulation sandbox RPG from the creators of Fable, focusing on farming, family, and community interactions. - Detective Holmes: Hidden Objects: Releases on August 3, optimized for Xbox Series X|S, featuring Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson in a hidden object game with various gameplay modes. - Space Tail: Definitive Edition: Releases on August 3, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. Players follow Bea, a dog in space, engaging in observation-based gameplay. - Fading Clouds: Releases on August 4, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. A puzzle adventure game with 30 levels set in the skies, focusing on creative problem-solving. - Five Hearts Under One Roof: Releases on August 5, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. An interactive FMV romance game centered on complex relationships. - Mate’Morphosis: Releases on August 5, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. A chess-inspired puzzle game where players become the pieces they capture. - Aery – Surreal World: Releases on August 6, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. A flight exploration game through dreamlike landscapes. - Herd Dispatch: Releases on August 6, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. A puzzle game where players guide sheep home through strategic planning. - Montabi: Releases on August 6, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. A creature-collector roguelike deckbuilding game. - Sokogem: Releases on August 6, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. A minimalist puzzle game focused on logical movement. - Vengeance of Mr. Peppermint: Releases on August 6, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. A side-scrolling beat-’em-up game featuring a detective seeking vengeance. - Yellowcreek Stories – The Cabin Watcher: Releases on August 6, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. A first-person stealth slasher game. - INK ENIGMA 2: Hidden Object Challenges: Releases on August 7, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. A hidden object game with upgraded gameplay. - John Fox: Releases on August 7, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. An action-adventure game featuring an elite warrior. - Limbot: Releases on August 7, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. A multiplayer game with a cardboard robot navigating a destructible city. - The Relic: First Guardian: Releases on August 7, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. An action RPG set in a devastated world with fast-paced combat. - Tailbreak: Releases on August 7, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. An arcade shooter featuring dinosaurs and a voiced story mode.

AppWizard

July 31, 2026

The Relic: First Guardian launches across PlayStation 5 and PC today with promised, continued future support

On July 31, 2026, Perp Games and Project Cloud Games launched their action role-playing game, The Relic: First Guardian, for PlayStation 5 and PC. The game features the player as The First Guardian, who must restore the realm of Arsilthus by sealing the Void. A day-one patch has been implemented, and ongoing support is planned. Players will face 80 unique bosses inspired by Korean folklore, engage in fast-paced combat, and explore a semi-open world with three regions. The game is priced at £44.99, with a digital DLC available for £8.99, and a physical boxed version will be released on September 4th for the same price. The game is also set to launch on Xbox Series and Nintendo Switch 2 later in the summer.

AppWizard

July 31, 2026

Blizzard is keeping secrets about Diablo 4’s next season until BlizzCon, but you can still try some of it out next week

Blizzard will reveal detailed patch notes for Diablo 4's upcoming season 15 at BlizzCon in September, marking a departure from their usual practice of providing advance details. The season will introduce new seasonal items, returning favorites, and adjustments to the Mythic Unique item system. New features include "Challenge Dungeons," which are boss encounters with customizable difficulty in the open world, and "Overland Ambushes," where players must react quickly to being hunted by a demon. Players can expect new items called "Soul Splinters" that enhance jewelry with damage buffs, and revamped Unique items from previous games, such as Leoric's Crown. The season will also see the return of the "Rebirth" system from Diablo 3 and changes to the Mythic Uniques, including the introduction of weaker, Unique versions of Iconic Mythics. A public test realm (PTR) for these features will be available from August 4 to August 11.

AppWizard

July 31, 2026

Line Games to Globally Publish PC Game ‘A.S.S.’… Targeting Early Access This Year

Line Games has partnered with indie studio TWOMENGAMES to publish the upcoming PC game Amazing Slot Survivor (A.S.S.). This marks the debut title for TWOMENGAMES, co-founded by Hwang Gyu-min and Lee Geon-soo, both with over 20 years of gaming industry experience. Amazing Slot Survivor is a roguelike survival game where players battle waves of monsters called 'Spawners' while upgrading weapons. It features a unique growth path, weapon crafting, support antennas, and a 'strategic reversal system' that allows character enhancements and revivals. The game will be available on Steam, the Epic Games Store, and STOVE, with an Early Access release planned for this year.

AppWizard

July 30, 2026

Video: Here’s 19 minutes of Gears of War: E-Day Horde Siege mode gameplay running on the ‘Ludicrous’ PC preset

Gears of War: E-Day features a new multiplayer mode called Horde Siege, where 12 players are divided into three squads with unique objectives on the same map. The gameplay includes large-scale events like Boss Invasions that encourage cooperation among squads. A preview session showcased the 'Blitz' variation on the Golden Quarter map, using high-end PC specifications. Players who pre-order the game will access an open beta from August 6-10, which will include one Horde Siege map and a level cap of 10. The beta will also feature two Versus modes and two maps, while the full game will launch on October 6 with additional content. The Premium Edition offers five days of early access starting October 1.

BetaBeacon

July 30, 2026

Android May Get an Auto Screen Recording Feature for Best Gaming Moments

Google Play Games is working on a new Android auto screen recording feature that will capture gaming achievements without the need to manually hit the record button. The feature will trigger a screen recording when tough bosses are beaten or 100 percent runs are completed. The tool is designed to make it easier for gamers to share their biggest wins online.

AppWizard

July 30, 2026

Mistfall Hunter Arrives On Game Pass, Xbox, PC, PS5 – Enter The Gyldenmist At Your Own Risk

Mistfall Hunter has launched on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, and is available on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. Developed by Bellring Games and published by Skystone Games, the game is priced at £22.49 for the Standard Edition and £35.75 for the Deluxe Edition. It combines extraction gameplay with dark fantasy action RPG mechanics, set in a world called Gyldenmist, where players recover Gyldenblood with the help of a character named Dew. The game features third-person combat, six distinct classes, and a free-aim system. Players can embark on solo hunts or form squads of up to three hunters. Future updates will introduce new content, and the game will not include paid stat boosts or pay-to-win mechanics. The Deluxe Edition offers exclusive content, including outfits, backgrounds, earrings, poses, emotes, an avatar, an avatar frame, and Fate Coins.

AppWizard

July 28, 2026

Mistfall Hunter Interview – Game Balance, Beta Feedback, PvE Mode, PC Features, And More

Bellring Games is set to release Mistfall Hunter on PC and consoles, incorporating player feedback from beta tests to enhance the game. Players expressed a desire for high-stakes tension without early unfairness, leading to adjustments in early game progression, combat systems, and the introduction of a no-shrinking-zone mode. The game emphasizes PvE as a core element, enhancing exploration and decision-making, with plans for future updates to deepen this experience. Mistfall Hunter distinguishes itself in the extraction genre through genuine third-person action combat, focusing on mechanics like attack direction and stamina management rather than traditional shooter elements. The integration of PvE, PvP, and extraction creates a seamless gameplay experience. Developers are considering a PvE-only mode for players who prefer to avoid PvP, while balancing gameplay for solo players and three-player squads. Each playstyle is designed to thrive independently, with continuous monitoring to maintain class strengths and weaknesses. Player engagement is prioritized, ensuring that death incurs a cost but does not negate progress. The game will feature separate Quality and Performance modes on consoles, support full cross-play, and offer extensive graphics options for PC players, alongside anti-cheat measures.

AppWizard

July 17, 2026

Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse is like playing classic ‘Vania on fast forward, with a whip to die for

Belmont's Curse is the latest installment in the Castlevania franchise, developed by Evil Empire, and features Rose Belmont, the daughter of Trevor Belmont, battling monsters in a dark Paris. The game is reminiscent of the Symphony of the Night era and includes familiar foes like Medusa and unique bosses such as Joan of Arc. It has been described as a commendable entry in the metroidvania genre, with engaging gameplay and potential for innovative weapons. The game marks the first new Castlevania title in over a decade.

AppWizard

July 15, 2026

Aether Legends is here

The Aether Legends DLC introduces a new realm in Minecraft, known as the Aether dimension, which cannot be integrated into existing worlds and spans 5,000 x 5,000 blocks. Players can access the Aether by constructing a portal using glowstone, a resource from the Nether. The Aether features challenges and threats, including three epic bosses: the Slider, the Valkyrie Queen, and Karthul.