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June 4, 2026

Toy Story 2: Buzz Lightyear And More Classics Are Getting Remastered

Digital Eclipse is set to release a remastered collection titled Toy Story: Retro Roundup on October 15, featuring 11 games, including nine from the Toy Story series and two from A Bug’s Life, for consoles and PC. The collection includes titles such as Toy Story (1995), Toy Story 2: Buzz Lightyear to the Rescue! (1999), and A Bug’s Life (1998). Enhanced features will include improved rendering, gameplay rewind, and cheats, along with exclusive developer interviews and behind-the-scenes content. Additionally, Toy Story 3: Complete Edition will be released, offering updated visuals and new gameplay options. The collection will be available on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Switch, Switch 2, and PC, with a bundle option for most platforms. There will be no physical release for Xbox.

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June 4, 2026

New VR Games & Releases June 2026: Meta Quest, PC VR, PlayStation VR2, & More

- Fishing Party VR - June 1 (PC VR): A physics-based fishing simulation with twenty unique species across five locations. - Sky Legends: An Aeropostal Epic - June 3 (PC VR): An adventure game set in the early 1900s about an air mail transport company. - Outblast - June 4 (Quest, PC VR): A fast-paced arcade shooter against a rogue viral intelligence across five futuristic locations. - Sugar Madness - June 4 (Quest): An on-rails wave shooter where players defeat Dr. Sour and his sugary minions. - The Boys: Trigger Warning - June 9 (PS VR2): A stealth action game based on a comic and TV series. - Downtown Club (1.0 release) - June 11 (Quest): A competitive street racer launching its final version after two years in Early Access. - Spell Siege - June 18 (Quest): A gesture-based magic wave defense game where players earn 'Sou Essence' to unlock spells. - Starvault - June 18 (PC VR): A VR MOBA combining first-person shooter mechanics with hero-based combat, free to play on Meta Quest. - Project S - June 30 (Quest): A tabletop real-time strategy game inspired by classic RTS titles of the 1990s, with future DLC plans.

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May 16, 2026

PC Free Game Offer Will Save You $80, 2 Games Are Yours To Keep

The Epic Games Store is offering two free games for PC users: Sunderfolk - Standard Edition, valued at .99, and The Telltale Batman Shadows Edition, typically priced at .99. Sunderfolk is a tactical RPG developed by Secret Door and published by Dreamhaven, featuring online multiplayer and couch co-op gameplay. It has an all-time score of 94% on Steam. The Telltale Batman Shadows Edition follows a branching narrative in the Batman universe and has an all-time rating of 86% on Steam. Both games are available for free until 4 PM BST on May 21.

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May 15, 2026

A PvE-only mode is coming to Marathon as Bungie lays out plans for seasons 3, 4 and 5

Marathon director Joe Ziegler discussed Bungie's plans for upcoming seasons of Marathon, highlighting the introduction of a new map featuring "alien elements and mind-warping debuffs" and the next Runner shell, Sentinel, which will offer a defensive kit. Two new PvE-focused modes will debut in Season 2: one experimental mode at the beginning of the season that combines PvE with a light touch of PvP, and a second PvE-only mode focused on crew objectives. Ziegler emphasized that while PvE options are being introduced, PvP will remain a core aspect of the game. Further details on Season 2 changes, including faction progression enhancements and new runner stat boosts, will be revealed the week of May 25.

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May 14, 2026

After all that drama, Subnautica 2 is good

Subnautica 2 is a combat-free survival game set in an expansive oceanic world where players gather resources, craft gear, and uncover the fate of settlers. The game features an AI supervisor that encourages players to embrace death, allowing for instant respawning. Players can absorb alien DNA to adapt to new biomes, and the game promotes exploration and self-discovery, although some mechanics could benefit from clearer explanations. Co-op gameplay has been introduced, allowing for collaborative base-building. The game is currently in early access and will remain so for up to three years, during which additional content will be added. Despite being unfinished, it has achieved significant sales.

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May 9, 2026

The Aliens co-op shooter that ate up way too much of my time is going bigger for its sequel

Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 will expand from a three-player co-op format to a four-player setup, introducing new classes to enhance tactical gameplay. The sequel promises a variety of new Xenomorphs, multiple dedicated horde maps, and a customizable class called the Specialist. The game is set to be released in summer 2026 on Steam and the Epic Games Store. Players can wishlist the game for notifications upon its availability. Game Director Chris Cross expressed enthusiasm for creating a sequel that honors the Alien franchise.

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May 2, 2026

PC Gamers Can Grab 8 Games For Just $12, Includes Peak

Digiphile has launched a PC bundle called the Landfall x Aggro Crab Showcase, featuring eight acclaimed titles, to support the Make-A-Wish Foundation in celebration of World Wish Day. The bundle is available for purchase until May 12 at 6 PM PT or until keys sell out, with a total value of 0. The minimum purchase price is set at , and any amount exceeding this will go directly to Make-A-Wish. An optional add-on for game soundtracks and artwork also benefits the charity. The eight games included in the bundle are: 1. PEAK: A co-op climbing game where players team up to scale a mountain and escape an island. 2. Content Warning: A co-op horror game focused on exploring eerie locations while avoiding monsters. 3. Another Crab’s Treasure: A soulslike game where players, as a hermit crab, hunt for treasure to reclaim its shell. 4. HASTE: A running game that challenges players to navigate procedural worlds while racing against the universe's end. 5. Totally Accurate Battle Simulator: A humorous battle simulator featuring chaotic, physics-defying battles. 6. Going Under: A satirical dungeon crawler where players battle through a tech startup using office supplies. 7. Subway Midnight: A light horror game where players evade a pursuer on a train while solving puzzles. 8. Stick Fight: The Game: A physics-based fighting game featuring stickmen with both online and couch co-op gameplay.

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April 7, 2026

‘There wasn’t really a game or team’ when Undead Labs made the now-5-year-old State of Decay 3 reveal trailer: ‘The game was in a Word document’

Philip Holt of Undead Labs discussed the early development of State of Decay 3, revealing that the project was initially just a concept documented in a Word file when the trailer featuring a zombified deer was created. The announcement was not planned, as the studio was still determining the game's direction, influenced by Microsoft's strategy to promote the Xbox Series X/S. After six years of silence, Undead Labs has opened sign-ups for an alpha playtest. The game will feature four-player co-op gameplay, innovative base-building mechanics, enhanced resource management strategies, and intense combat scenarios.

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April 7, 2026

PC Users Can Claim Over $25 Of Free Games, No Subscription Required

PC gamers can access complimentary titles from the Epic Games Store every Thursday, with no fees or subscriptions required. This week's offerings include "Clone Drone in the Danger Zone," a beat 'em up game released in 2021, typically priced at .99, and "TOMAK: Save the Earth Regeneration," celebrating its 25th anniversary, usually priced at .99. "Clone Drone in the Danger Zone" features various modes, including Story Mode, Endless Mode, and multiplayer options, and has a 96% Overwhelmingly Positive rating on Steam. "TOMAK" involves nurturing a goddess to prevent Earth's destruction. The next batch of free games will be available on Thursday, April 9, at 11 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. BST.

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April 3, 2026

A State of Decay 3 playtest is finally happening, after almost two years of radio silence

Undead Labs has announced a technical alpha playtest for State of Decay 3, set to begin in May. This marks the first step toward the game's full release, following its initial unveiling in 2020. The playtest will feature four-player co-op gameplay, base-building mechanics, resource management, and combat scenarios. Players can sign up on the official website, but slots are limited, and participants must connect their email and Discord accounts and complete a questionnaire to qualify. The playtest will have multiple testing windows, allowing additional chances for players to join if not selected initially.