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July 28, 2026

Minecraft Java Edition gets a PC system requirement update 17 years after launch

Mojang Studios has updated the system requirements for Minecraft: Java Edition, necessitating more memory, faster processors, and enhanced graphics capabilities. The new minimum requirements are: - Target: 1080p @ 30 FPS, Fast preset - OS: Windows 10 64-bit, Windows on ARM, macOS 12+, or Linux 64-bit - Architecture: x64, ARM64 - Memory: 8 GB (with discrete GPU) or 12 GB (with integrated GPU) - Processor: Intel Core i3-10100, AMD Ryzen 3 3100, Qualcomm Snapdragon X, or Apple M1 (minimum of 4 physical cores) - Graphics: Vulkan 1.3-capable GPU with at least 2 GB VRAM (e.g., NVIDIA GTX 950 or newer, AMD Radeon RX 460 or newer) The recommended requirements are: - Target: 1080p @ 60 FPS, Fancy preset - OS: Windows 11 64-bit, macOS 14+, or Linux 64-bit - Architecture: x64, ARM64 - Memory: 16 GB - Processor: Intel Core i5-12400, AMD Ryzen 5 5600, or Apple M2 Pro - Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060, AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT, Intel Arc A580, or Apple M2 Pro with 6 GB VRAM If a computer does not meet the minimum requirements, it may still run Minecraft but with potential issues such as lower frame rates and visual glitches. Mojang has indicated that support for older hardware may be phased out in the future.

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July 28, 2026

Xbox Announces Fable, Gears of War: E-Day, Metro 2039, Minecraft Dungeons 2 and More for Gamescom

Xbox will return to Gamescom from August 26th to 30th, featuring 25 playable titles including Stranger Than Heaven, Alien: Isolation 2, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, Minecraft Dungeons 2, and Metro 2039. Players can engage with the multiplayer mode of Modern Warfare 4, and Playground Games will present a live demonstration of Fable's combat mechanics. Attendees will experience the campaign of Gears of War: E-Day before its launch. Other titles include Alien Deathstorm, The Blood of Dawnwalker, Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse, Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, Turok Origins, and Valor Mortis. Halo: Campaign Evolved and the Drift Attack mode in Forza Horizon 6 will also be available. Live broadcasts are scheduled for 7 AM PST on August 26th and 27th, featuring interviews and gameplay reveals. Gamescom Opening Night Live will occur on August 25th, showcasing titles like The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past and Silent Hill: Townfall.

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July 28, 2026

Inviting beaches and delightful physics await you in literal sandbox game, Sandcastle

Sandcastle is a physics-driven sandbox game focused on building sandcastles. Players start with a small patch of sand and tools to create structures, progressing to new beach locales. The game features collectible starfishes and shells for customization and includes a realistic physics engine that simulates sand behavior with moisture. A demo is scheduled for release on August 6th, and players can add the game to their wishlist on Steam.

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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.

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July 28, 2026

That GOG gloss-up of Thief is an excellent way to play the game until we get the Nightdive remaster

GOG is preparing a pseudo-remaster of the game Thief: The Dark Project and its enhanced version, Thief Gold, ahead of an official remaster by Nightdive. The pseudo-remaster includes Peter Wright's Gamepad Mod for Xbox One controller support, intuitive radial menus, and the integration of NewDark, a fan patch that allows the game to run at modern widescreen resolutions. This approach simplifies the player experience by incorporating essential fan patches into the default installation, making the game more accessible to new players.

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July 28, 2026

Marvel Tōkon’s developer has apologised to PC players for the beta’s performance issues, with only a week until launch

The beta for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls lasted three days and faced significant challenges, including PlayStation Network outages on launch day and performance issues for PC players, such as severe stuttering and poor optimization. Some players reported a seamless experience, while others criticized the PC port as one of the worst in recent times. Arc System Works acknowledged the issues and is investigating solutions, promising updates and providing troubleshooting options. Speculation about the causes of performance problems included background processes from anti-cheat and PlayStation services. Despite these issues, the beta reached a peak of 33,233 concurrent players on Steam, surpassing previous records set by Street Fighter 6 and Tekken 8. The official release is scheduled for August 6, leaving developers with just over a week to address the feedback and performance issues.

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July 27, 2026

Ubisoft Just Gave Away 13 PC Games for “Free” to Xbox Users, But It Comes With a Huge Downside

Ubisoft is offering a giveaway of 13 games for Xbox users who have previously purchased digital versions on Xbox consoles, allowing them to play these titles on PC at no additional cost. The games included are: - Assassin’s Creed Mirage - Assassin’s Creed Valhalla - Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora - Far Cry 6 - Immortals Fenyx Rising - Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown - Riders Republic - Skull and Bones - The Crew 2 - The Crew Motorfest - Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Extraction - Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege - Watch Dogs Legion Players must download these games via Ubisoft Connect, as they are not accessible through the Xbox App for PC. Additionally, owning a game on PC does not grant access to the Xbox console version. Critics have expressed disappointment that the games are not compatible with the Xbox Play Anywhere initiative, which would have allowed for cross-buy functionality.

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July 27, 2026

Fit For a Spartan: Win a 1:18 Replica of a Special Halo-Inspired Ride

Halo and Automobili Lamborghini have launched the Lamborghini Urus SE Master Chief 117 Edition to commemorate the global launch of Halo: Campaign Evolved on July 28, 2026. The vehicle features gold-tinted windows, visor-inspired headlights, a signature armor-green exterior, and the iconic “117” number on both sides. The Master Chief 117 Edition will be available in Forza Horizon 6 starting July 30, 2026, for download through the in-game Message Center. Limited 1:18-scale collectible replicas will be produced, and fans can enter a sweepstakes to win one by following Xbox on X and using the hashtag #MasterChief117Sweepstakes. Halo: Campaign Evolved launches globally on July 28, 2026, with early access from July 23 for Premium Edition owners, and will be available on multiple platforms, including Xbox Series X|S and PC, with cross-play and cross-progression support. Pre-purchasers will receive the Foundry Armory Pack, which includes classic armor and weapon skins. The game features a complete campaign with high-definition visuals, new cinematics, expanded combat options, and online co-op gameplay for up to four players.

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July 27, 2026

The best PS2 emulator on Android just gained LAN play support

ARMSX2 v2.6.5.1, the premier PS2 emulator for Android, has introduced multiplayer functionality through system link gameplay, allowing players to connect multiple consoles on the same internet network or via a mobile hotspot. This version also supports playing system link games over the internet with a VPN. Notable PS2 titles that support this feature include Gran Turismo 4, SOCOM series, Call of Duty 2: Big Red One, Star Wars: Battlefront games, and Tony Hawk titles. Additionally, ARMSX2 v2.6.5.3 includes a backup and restore option, enabling users to create a zip file of their app data, which is useful for fresh installations or custom folder management.

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July 27, 2026

This week in PC games: a battle royale detective game, a broken Y2K metaverse, a laptop tycoon sim, and a new Company of Heroes RTS

- Endacopia: A point-and-click horror game inspired by 90s edutainment software. - Broken Reality 2000: A first-person puzzle-platforming adventure set in a Y2K-themed metaverse. - Plum Road Tea Dream: A semi-autobiographical journey of a queer POC developer through seven distinct graphical worlds. - Moon Crashers: A game where players gather resources to build an escape rocket after crash-landing on the moon. - Forsaken Realms: Vahrin's Call: A third-person fantasy adventure set in a beleaguered city. - Kinny and the Cosmic Cauldron: A roguelike deckbuilder where players create soups for eldritch clientele. - Dissolution of the Silent Union: A narrative with gloomy anime aesthetics and themes of decay. - Orbital Hell: A hallucinatory score-attacker game battling geometric boglins. - Désorienté: A narrative-driven experience set in a violent world with intestines as currency. - CipherMind: A battle royale detective game for eight players in a concrete labyrinth. - Lunarium: An action-RPG featuring a knight and a floating sorceress. - Company of Heroes 3: Final Stand: A strategic spin-off involving tactical gameplay against waves of enemies. - Joy Malignant: A dice-based RPG set in a city filled with despair. - Truck-kun is Supporting Me from Another World?!: A humorous isekai game featuring a truck driver. - Outfield: An exploration of agricultural growth and its implications. - Olga: A cozy adventure game without combat. - Legacy of Sail: A nostalgic real-time naval tactics game. - Culdcept The First: A modern adaptation of a board/card game fusion. - Mistfall Hunter: A PvPvE extraction RPG. - Turnip Mountain: A 2D climbing simulator in a whimsical world. - Signy & Mino: Against All Gods: A side-scrolling RPG featuring a girl and her dog. - Devil's Hand: A card game where players form poker hands on a grid. - Parkside: Decayed Soul Manipulation: A sim shooter set in a dystopian California. - Cloud Sculptor: A 3D puzzle-platformer where players create sculptures for ghosts.