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July 12, 2026

Helldivers 2 dev cracks down on ‘suspicious super credit activity’, though it would help if earning premium currency wasn’t so boring to begin with

A segment of players in Helldivers 2 has found ways to exploit super credits, prompting developer Arrowhead to address the issue. Arrowhead acknowledged player frustrations regarding cheating and announced plans to implement changes to tackle the problem. The current method of earning super credits is seen as tedious, as they can only be obtained from a limited number of points on the map, and the most efficient way to accumulate them is by playing on easier difficulty levels. Arrowhead has sold over 20 million copies of the game and is considering introducing new side objectives or combat challenges to enhance the super credit earning process. The studio has been responsive to player feedback, leading to a shift in Steam reviews from mostly negative to predominantly positive in a couple of months.
Console-exclusive Silent Hill game finally gets PC release 14 years later
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July 12, 2026

Console-exclusive Silent Hill game finally gets PC release 14 years later

Aleksey Shevchenko, a Russian developer, has announced an unofficial PC port of Silent Hill Downpour, originally released in 2012 for Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. This port will feature enhanced graphics with resolutions up to 1440p and support for 60 frames per second, along with improved lighting and shadow effects. It will include both controller and keyboard/mouse support, quick-save and quick-load options, and the ability to skip cutscenes. The port will also restore previously cut content, including deleted cutscenes, dialogues, notes, quests, 3D models, weapons, and a teased deleted boss fight. A specific release date has not been provided, but it is expected to launch in autumn. Players will need to own the original game to access the port. The original Silent Hill Downpour received mixed reviews, with criticism of its combat mechanics and technical issues but praise for its character depth and storytelling.
Tempest Rising's elusive third faction will get its own singleplayer campaign as a paid expansion, and you can play the demo right now
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July 12, 2026

Tempest Rising’s elusive third faction will get its own singleplayer campaign as a paid expansion, and you can play the demo right now

Tempest Rising, a successor to the Command & Conquer series, features three factions: the Global Defense Force (GDF), the Tempest Dynasty, and the Veti. The Veti faction, previously AI-controlled, will receive its own campaign in a paid expansion titled The Veti's Wrath, which includes 11 new campaign missions. The Veti are inspired by Ancient Egyptian aesthetics and have unique gameplay mechanics focused on conversion and sacrifice, allowing players to resurrect fallen enemy soldiers as "enlightened" units. A demo is currently available, featuring the first two missions of the Veti campaign. The Veti will be a free multiplayer faction, while single-player gameplay will require a purchase. Tempest Rising is currently available at a 30% discount, retailing for £21, with the promotion ending tomorrow.
Two PC freebies are the perfect weekend night spooks to complete in one night
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July 12, 2026

Two PC freebies are the perfect weekend night spooks to complete in one night

Indie developer Crux Game Studios is offering two free games, Within and Decrypt, available for download on Itch.io until July 13. Within is a 30-minute game where players control Maya, who confronts nightmarish foes to rescue her brother, Nikil. Decrypt is a sci-fi survival-horror game that takes about an hour to complete, where players investigate a missing cargo ship and uncover a sinister reality.
Microsoft filing shows total ZeniMax layoffs at 379, with over half coming from Elder Scrolls Online studio that's lost at least 60% of its staff in the past year
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July 12, 2026

Microsoft filing shows total ZeniMax layoffs at 379, with over half coming from Elder Scrolls Online studio that’s lost at least 60% of its staff in the past year

ZeniMax Online Studios and ZeniMax Media have undergone significant restructuring, resulting in the layoff of 379 employees—213 from ZeniMax Online and 166 from ZeniMax Media. There is no separate notice for Bethesda Game Studios, suggesting that some layoffs may include Bethesda personnel. The ZeniMax Online Union's membership has declined from 461 to approximately 186 employees, indicating a reduction of about 40% in workforce over a year and a half. Despite The Elder Scrolls Online generating substantial monthly revenue for over a decade, the decision to reduce the workforce raises questions about the strategic direction of ZeniMax Online.
Roughly 192 Subnautica 2 players have drowned every minute since launch
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July 12, 2026

Roughly 192 Subnautica 2 players have drowned every minute since launch

Players of Subnautica 2 have collectively logged over 58 million hours of gameplay in under two months since its early access launch. During this time, players have recorded a staggering number of drownings, exceeding the average annual unintentional drowning deaths in the United States (4,083) by a factor of 3,829. Many players are equipped with oxygen tanks and exploring areas with breathable oxygen bubbles.
"Compliance-in-advance is never enough to appease a zealous censor": Robert Yang on the current challenge of bringing experimental gay games to Steam
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July 11, 2026

“Compliance-in-advance is never enough to appease a zealous censor”: Robert Yang on the current challenge of bringing experimental gay games to Steam

Radiator Forever, a collection of short and experimental gay games by developer Robert Yang, has launched on Steam alongside its presence on Itch.io. Yang discussed the challenges faced by adult game creators, particularly due to payment processor issues and online regulations in the UK, which affect the viability of such games on major platforms. Users must log in to view the collection on Steam, and UK users need a valid credit card for age verification. The Steam listing is difficult to find without a direct link and is subject to geoblocking in certain regions. Yang explained that the anti-sexuality censorship campaign led by Collective Shout and payment processors prompted Itch to obscure many NSFW games. He noted that Valve has classified Radiator Forever as containing "frequent nudity and sexual content," which limits its visibility on Steam. Despite efforts to comply with content guidelines, Yang faced challenges due to perceived biases against indie developers compared to major publishers. The re-remastered collection includes enhancements like a completion percentage tracker and a tagging system for new content.
The Elder Scrolls Online's developer deserved better than to get sucker-punched by Microsoft twice in two years
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July 11, 2026

The Elder Scrolls Online’s developer deserved better than to get sucker-punched by Microsoft twice in two years

PC Gamer's column discusses the state of MMOs, highlighting that they are not facing extinction despite recent challenges. Zenimax Online Studios (ZOS), known for The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO), has experienced significant layoffs, with reports indicating that approximately 60% of the studio faced job cuts between 2025 and 2026, including 213 layoffs in one week. The cancellation of Project Blackbird, an ambitious new venture after over five years of development, has left the community disheartened. ESO has generated over a billion in revenue since its inception, averaging 6 million annually, yet the decision to cut jobs has raised concerns about corporate priorities, especially given the game's recent positive player feedback and the timing of the layoffs coinciding with ESO's first season launch.
I've found my perfect summer game: A stomach-churning horror story about Czech train conductors built over a bafflingly deep simulation of a fictional subway
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July 11, 2026

I’ve found my perfect summer game: A stomach-churning horror story about Czech train conductors built over a bafflingly deep simulation of a fictional subway

Brno Transit is a lo-fi indie game developed by Spytihněv, set in an underground world filled with bizarre characters and unsettling scenarios. Players navigate a subterranean environment with a peculiar boss and neurotic coworkers while experiencing a sense of existential dread. The game features a free ride mode that unlocks after completing the story, allowing for further exploration of unexpected locations, such as a skull-filled catacomb. Brno Transit is noted for its unique model train world and compelling narrative, blending surreal elements with mundane experiences.
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