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July 30, 2026

Xbox Project Helix could be dead on arrival thanks to PlayStation PC cull

Xbox's upcoming console, Project Helix, has undergone significant modifications due to changes in the gaming industry influenced by PlayStation's strategic decisions. PlayStation plans to phase out physical disc production by 2028 and is reportedly stepping back from PC ports due to disappointing sales figures. This shift affects Xbox's strategy, as PlayStation is reluctant to share its gaming library with Xbox users, disrupting Project Helix's original model. The anticipated cost of Project Helix is expected to exceed that of Valve's Steam Machine, raising concerns about its pricing amid a market where fewer gamers are willing to invest heavily in consoles. Exclusive titles have historically been a major draw for consoles, but Xbox is still recovering from past strategic missteps. The gaming community is awaiting further details on Project Helix's PC capabilities and an official unveiling.

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July 30, 2026

Silent Hill: Townfall’s director finds it ‘utterly terrifying to be the next one in the series’ but is still confident fans will enjoy the experience

Silent Hill: Townfall is set to debut a preview at Gamescom, with insights shared by director Jon McKellan and series producer Motoi Okamoto. McKellan expressed the team's mixed emotions about following previous titles, particularly Silent Hill 2 and Silent Hill f, describing it as both terrifying and an honor. The game is set in a small foggy town in Scotland named St. Amelia, during 1996, and will explore themes related to the anxieties of the internet's integration into daily life. McKellan mentioned that while they will lean into familiar expectations, they also aim to subvert them with new twists. Okamoto emphasized the importance of maintaining the franchise's core identity of strong psychological horror narratives while allowing for innovation in gameplay styles.

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July 30, 2026

PlayStation ditching physical games is “a bridge across the bad years” of high hardware costs, analyst says, but it means “casuals and youngsters will drift off to mobile, PC, and free-to-play even faster”

PlayStation announced its intention to cease physical game production by 2028. Analyst Rhys Elliott described this shift as a "stopgap" rather than a long-term strategy, suggesting it may be a temporary measure to address current economic challenges and high hardware manufacturing costs. He raised concerns that this decision could alienate younger and budget-conscious gamers who typically enter the console market through affordable pre-owned discs, potentially impacting their future engagement with the platform.

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July 30, 2026

Ubisoft is Currently Giving Away 13 PC Games Completely Free of Charge

Ubisoft has announced a partnership to give away 13 titles from its catalog, including popular series like Assassin's Creed and Rainbow Six. This initiative follows the launch of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced and aims to build goodwill in the gaming community amidst rising console prices and ongoing supply chain issues. Additionally, PlayStation plans to cease disc production by January 2028, indicating a shift towards a digital-only future.

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July 30, 2026

Soulslike game Wuchang is officially getting a sequel developed by its creator’s new studio after the original team reportedly disbanded

The 2025 soulslike title Wuchang: Fallen Feathers has attracted five million players, marking a significant success for developers Leenzee and publisher 505 Games. Xia Siyuan, the game's director and producer, was dismissed from Leenzee earlier this year, along with other staff members. In April, the Wuchang intellectual property was sold to Digital Bros for approximately million. Recently, 505 Games announced a partnership with Xia Siyuan, who now leads his own studio, Indolphinity, to develop a sequel to Wuchang: Fallen Feathers.

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July 30, 2026

Marvel Tōkon devs vow to fix performance issues for launch day next week: ‘To our PC players, message received’

Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls held a beta test for PC players, achieving a peak of 33,233 concurrent players on Steam, surpassing the previous record set by Street Fighter 6's beta. However, players experienced significant performance issues, including stuttering and low frame rates. The official launch is scheduled for August 6, and developer Arc System Works acknowledged the issues, promising community-tested fixes and improvements for day one, including measures to reduce high CPU usage. The game requires a PlayStation Network sign-in, limiting access in over 100 countries.

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July 29, 2026

Great New News! Good Old Games Galaxy Is Coming To Linux

GoG Galaxy is developing a native Linux version, moving away from reliance on translation layers like Bottles or Lutris. Michał Kiciński, the new owner of GoG, has emphasized a commitment to Linux users and criticized Windows. Although no timeline for the native installation has been provided, a job posting for a Senior Software Engineer indicates GoG's investment in this initiative. This development could lead to a better gaming experience on Linux systems, including Bazzite and custom-built Steam Machines running SteamOS.

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July 29, 2026

Blizzard’s former Battle.net lead is moving his expertise over to the Epic Games Store to ‘elevate player, creator, and developer experiences’

Epic Games has appointed Martin Keely as the new Vice President and General Manager of the Epic Games Store following Steve Allison's departure. Keely previously worked at Activision Blizzard for seven years, overseeing the Battle.net launcher. He expressed enthusiasm for his new role and aims to enhance player, creator, and developer experiences. The Epic Games Store faces challenges regarding user experience and competition, particularly as the company prepares for Unreal Engine 6 and seeks to improve cross-platform functionality.

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July 29, 2026

Fanatical’s massive new ‘Wholesome’ bundle is offering 18 Steam Deck-friendly games worth $260 for just $51

The Wholesome Collection bundle from Fanatical allows gamers to choose titles in a flexible, build-your-own format, with pricing structured into three tiers: three to four games at .33 each, five to six games at .00 each, and seven or more games at .85 each. The complete set of 18 Steam Deck-compatible games costs .30, an 80% discount from the original total of .72. The bundle includes various games, some of which have confirmed Steam Deck compatibility, such as "The Last Cat in the Universe," "Above Snakes," and "Lonesome Village," among others. As of July 10th, 2026, the prices are accurate. Additionally, Humble’s Twin Sails Interactive bundle offers 13 Steam Deck-friendly games and 14 DLCs for .

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July 28, 2026

Pragmata defies my expectations by selling 2.5 million copies in just 3 months as Capcom celebrates a very successful start to 2026

Capcom's Q1 2026 financial report shows strong performance, with Pragmata selling over 2.5 million copies since its launch. The Resident Evil franchise remains popular, with Resident Evil Requiem achieving over 8 million copies sold, up from 6 million in March. Capcom reports a 54.7% year-on-year increase in net sales and a 66.9% rise in operating profits. This contrasts with last year's poor performance of Monster Hunter Wilds, which sold fewer copies than other titles. Capcom is positioned to meet its full-year earnings forecast.