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July 22, 2026

Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Halo: Campaign Evolved, Beast of Reincarnation, and More

- Available Today: - The Planet Crafter (July 21) - Terraform a planet in solo or co-op mode. - Coming Soon: - Shift at Midnight (July 22) - Online co-op detective horror game. - Hell is Us (July 23) - Explore a nation in civil war with supernatural elements. - Halo: Campaign Evolved (July 28) - Reimagined Halo: Combat Evolved with HD visuals and new content. - Mistfall Hunter (July 30) - Dark fantasy ARPG with combat challenges. - Corsair Cove (July 31) - City-builder focused on pirate life. - Heretic + Hexen (August 4) - Re-release of classic spell-casting shooters. - Beast of Reincarnation (August 4) - Action RPG set in post-apocalyptic Japan. - In Case You Missed It: - Buckshot Roulette (July 8) - Tabletop horror game. - Denshattack! (July 15) - Fast-paced adventure in a Japanese dystopia. - In-Game Benefits: - Zenless Zone Zero (July 29) - New game featuring a first-gen Void Hunter. - Leaving July 31: - Titles departing from Game Pass include Back to the Dawn, Celeste, Crusader Kings 3, Mount & Blade 2: Bannerlord, My Friendly Neighborhood, Rain World, Sniper Elite Resistance, and Whiskerwood.

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July 22, 2026

Jimothy, a particularly round raccoon and the internet’s latest sensation, has now broken into games

A round raccoon named Jimothy has become a viral sensation in Seattle, attracting attention from various brand accounts. His unique appearance, possibly due to a spine condition, has led to collaborations with popular video games. World of Warcraft depicted Jimothy as a potential in-game pet, while RuneScape created a nostalgic illustration of him. Dead by Daylight featured a dramatic version with glowing eyes and tentacles, and Mouse: P.I. For Hire illustrated him in a vintage 1930s film noir style. The Sims presented a controversial version that confused some viewers, while Halo showcased Jimothy in Spartan armor and placed him in iconic game settings. Speculation exists about a potential Jimothy skin in Fortnite, humorously imagining him in a mech suit.

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July 20, 2026

Rehaunted, a First-Person Psychological Horror Detective Game, Announced for PC

Rehaunted is a first-person detective game where players assume the role of Connor Raines, investigating a mysterious house filled with misleading clues. Players will use tools like UV lights, cameras, and a magnifying glass to uncover evidence such as blood traces and hidden recordings. The game features real-time communication with another detective via radio and includes an evidence board for organizing clues. Rehaunted is currently in development for PC, and its first trailer has been released, generating interest in its psychological narrative and gameplay. Players can add it to their wishlist on Steam for updates.

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July 17, 2026

The follow-up to one of last year’s best detective games is off to an ‘overwhelmingly positive’ start on Steam after just 2 days

In early 2025, the puzzle game Blue Prince won PC Gamer's 'best design' Game of the Year award. Another notable title, The Roottrees are Dead, offered a narrative-driven mystery through a computer interface, inspiring similar projects. Developer Evil Trout released The Incident at Galley House, which received over 600 reviews on Steam with 97% approval. The game was developed by William Rous and Johnson, who enhanced the experience with design elements, coding, and game development. The team was inspired by the free mystery game Type Help, recognized for its captivating narrative. The Incident at Galley House features a visual novel-style presentation, 2D illustrations, a 3D interface for exploring memories, and voice acting. It is priced at £17.75 on Steam with a 10% launch discount until July 21.

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July 14, 2026

Survival is Optional, Death is Inevitable: Celestial Return Launches Today on PC

Metaphor Games and Shoreline Games have released a dice-based narrative RPG titled Celestial Return, now available on PC via Steam. The game features players as Detective Howard in the neon-lit Netherveil City, with plans to expand to PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo consoles by Q1 2027, including support for three new languages. Players use dice as a currency to navigate the game's narrative, which is influenced by their choices and character attributes. The game includes features like a gameplay loop focused on dice management, a branching narrative, and a unique visual style combining manga and American comics.

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July 13, 2026

Violent criminals keep escaping justice, but I sure am taking some nice photos of evidence in this crime scene simulator

Chris Livingston is exploring job simulations to find a new career and is currently engaged in a Forensics: Crime Scene Detective simulation. His understanding of crime scene investigations is influenced by media portrayals, particularly CSI: Miami. In his first case, he successfully solves a bullet-in-wall scenario, scoring 100% after several attempts. However, he struggles with a coin burglary case, ultimately scoring only 16 out of 100 due to missed evidence and failed analyses. He reflects on whether he would enjoy being a real-life crime scene detective, finding the documentation appealing but the reality of blood and violence unappealing. Livingston appreciates the game's approach to failure, which allows for learning from mistakes.

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July 13, 2026

This week in PC games: vert-ramping trains, a retold murder mystery, and Cthulhu’s new gig as an AI Director

Edwin is currently sidelined by an illness following TennoCon, and he is expected to submit stories on Soulframe and Warframe: Tau before fully resting. New PC games being released this week include: - Ascend to Zero: A sci-fi action-roguelike with temporal manipulation. - Forensics: Crime Scene Detective: A game focused on managing fingerprint and bullet comparisons. - Soulforge Lost Path: A Survivorslike/bullet heaven game with limited inventory management. - D-Topia: A puzzle adventure about maintaining an AI-managed society. - The Incident at Galley House: A visual novel remake of a murder mystery text adventure. - Happy's Humble Burger Cult: A cooking horror game for 1-4 players. - Moss: The Forgotten Relic: A 3D platformer available for non-VR PC players. - Storebound: A cooperative horror puzzler launching into version 1.0. - Wreck Runners: A multiplayer game set in a haunted Bermuda Triangle. - Fogpiercer: A tactical roguelike deckbuilder focused on defending a train. - Frozen Ship: A first-person survival game launching in early access on the 17th. Additionally, today marks RPS’s 19th birthday, and the team will be scattered in the coming days for various events and holidays.

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July 12, 2026

Weekend PC Game Deals: GTA, Borderlands, Kingdom Come, Stray and more

The Epic Games Store is offering two free titles this week: Nova Lands and Tattoo Tycoon, available until July 16, when Echo Generation and Luto will replace them. The July Humble Choice lineup includes eight games: Sea of Stars: Sunset Edition, TUNIC, Neon White, Police Simulator: Patrol Officers, Drop Duchy - Complete Edition, Sledders, Dicefolk, and Our Adventurer Guild, available for purchase until August 4. Additionally, Humble has released two game bundles: the Narrative Bundle, featuring 12 games, and the Squad Goals bundle, which includes cooperative titles. The GOG store has ended its DRM-free summer sale but continues with standard promotions. Availability and pricing may vary by region.

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July 6, 2026

Some days I fondly recall Warhammer 40k’s first Inquisitor was called ‘Obiwan Sherlock Clousseau’ and he’s still too powerful to be retconned.

In the Warhammer 40k universe, Inquisitors are agents of the Imperium known for their authority and eccentricity, tasked with eradicating threats from Chaos. One notable Inquisitor is Obiwan Sherlock Clousseau, introduced in the original Rogue Trader in 1987, illustrated by Martin McKenna. Clousseau is depicted in skintight powered armor under a cloak and is recognized for his detective-like approach to solving cases, using a legally distinct laser sword against xenos. His arsenal includes various energy field devices, a bolt pistol, a power sword, Jokaero digital weapons, multiple types of grenades, a communicator, bioscanner, and other gadgets. Despite not appearing since the 1980s, Clousseau's legacy endures in Warhammer lore, and fans hope for his return in future narratives.

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June 29, 2026

Steam Week in Review: Steam sales are the best time to hoard dozens of forgotten ’90s PC gaming oddities

In 2026, Valve's Steam Summer Sale features significant discounts on popular games, such as Red Dead Redemption 2 at a 75% discount for the 14th time since January 2025, and The Witcher 3 with its fifth 95% discount since July 2024. Cyberpunk 2077 has reached a 75% discount after eight previous markdowns of 65% since June 2025. The sale includes major publishers like Ubisoft and indie titles such as Terraria and Satisfactory. Notable retro games available include I Have No Mouth And I Must Scream, Operation Body Count, Interphase, Corpse Killer, and The Dame Was Loaded. Steam's weekly sales charts show top sellers, with Meccha Chameleon achieving 10 million sales, aided by the PUBG PNC 2026 tournament.