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August 7, 2026

Ubisoft Game From 2012 Now Completely Free to Download and Keep Forever

Ubisoft is offering Ghost Recon: Future Soldier for free to PC users until August 13th, allowing players to download and keep the game indefinitely in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Ghost Recon franchise. The game was originally launched in May 2012 and received a mixed reception with a Metacritic score of 79/100. This giveaway is exclusive to Ubisoft Connect, the publisher's PC launcher. Ghost Recon: Future Soldier is also available for purchase on Steam and the Xbox digital store.

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July 31, 2026

Hotline Miami-esque twin-stick roguelite OTXO is free on the Epic Games Store

The Epic Games Store is offering the rogue-lite shooter OTXO for free until August 6th. OTXO features a top-down perspective and twin-stick mechanics, with a visual style of black, white, and red. The game employs a one-hit-kill approach and requires precision and strategy. It includes eight distinct areas with randomly generated layouts based on over 150 hand-crafted room designs. After August 6th, the store will introduce two new titles: Beacon Pines and We Were Here Together.

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July 30, 2026

Epic Games Store PC Weekly Free Games 30/07/2026

From 4 PM BST on July 30, 2026, until 4 PM BST on August 6, 2026, players can download the games OTXO and Sol Cesto for free from the Epic Games Store. OTXO is a fast-paced roguelite developed by Lateralis Heavy Industries, where players navigate an abstract mansion to rescue a loved one, featuring precise gunplay and slow-motion mechanics. Sol Cesto, developed by Tambouille, Géraud Zucchini, and Chariospirale, is a tactical roguelite that emphasizes luck, where players choose heroes, upgrade them, and explore a labyrinthine dungeon that changes with each playthrough.

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July 25, 2026

Discussion time: Have you ever said goodbye to an MMO you’ve played for 1,000s of hours?

Sean Martin reflects on the emotional experience of saying goodbye to a beloved MMO, specifically Destiny 2, in which he dedicated over 3,000 hours. The game reached an abrupt conclusion, halting midway through a narrative arc, leaving a bittersweet sense of finality. He acknowledges the deep connections players form within MMOs, including friendships and romantic partnerships. Martin plans to take a break before exploring Guild Wars 3, expressing both excitement and relief at the end of Destiny 2, as it allows for new adventures.

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June 7, 2026

Empulse’s frantic movement and giant mechs are giving me serious Xbox 360-era FPS nostalgia

Empulse is a first-person shooter game developed by 1047 Games, set to launch on Steam's Early Access on June 24. The game will be available for free during Steam Next Fest, starting June 15. The gameplay features wall-running and intense gunplay, aiming to evoke nostalgia for classic Xbox 360 shooters. The trailer includes a moment where a character uses a sledgehammer against a mech, highlighting the game's playful elements.

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May 30, 2026

A conversation with Infinity Ward about Call of Duty

Morgan Park visited Infinity Ward to discuss the upcoming Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, gaining insights from multiplayer creative director Joe Cecot and design lead Jacky Reynolds. They highlighted the friendly rivalry among studios like Treyarch and Sledgehammer and discussed skill-based matchmaking complexities. A key feature is the introduction of apex attachments for weapon customization, aimed at enhancing player experience without disrupting balance. The campaign narrative will continue its “ripped from the headlines” approach, balancing realism with escapism. Map design will focus on gunplay, with a specific map called Coal featuring verticality. Details about the Warzone mode remain undisclosed. Reynolds noted the evolution of player expectations for weapon customization, and Cecot addressed the community's concern regarding the “update requires restart” prompt, stating efforts are being made to resolve it.

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May 28, 2026

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is official – and this time there’s no Xbox Game Pass free option, but it will be on Nintendo Switch 2

Activision has announced the release of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on October 5, which will be available on Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. This game will not be included in the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate at launch, requiring players on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PC, and Switch 2 to purchase it outright. The game features a narrative with high-stakes scenarios and intense combat in locations like Korea, New York, Paris, and Mumbai, along with 12 core multiplayer maps at launch. The development is led by Infinity Ward and Beenox, with gameplay mechanics optimized for PC. Further details are expected during the Xbox Games Showcase on June 7.

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May 26, 2026

007 First Light review roundup: ‘The best James Bond game since GoldenEye’

IO Interactive's 007 First Light officially launches today. ShackNews awarded the game a score of 90/100, describing it as a major departure for IO Interactive and a crowning achievement for the studio. WccfTech rated it 8.5/10, praising its original story. PCGamesN gave it an 8/10, noting its compelling narrative. Eurogamer scored it 4/5, highlighting its cinematic qualities despite some flaws. Polygon's review acknowledged bugs but called it possibly the best Bond game to date. The Guardian rated it 5/5, emphasizing its immersive experience. Newsweek awarded it 10/10, appreciating the character evolution. VGC praised it for combining elements from top-tier studios. Vice noted its polished narrative and world-building. Windows Central also rated it 5/5, calling it essential for fans. User reviews on Steam reflect a "very positive" rating.

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May 22, 2026

Destiny 2 hasn’t been the game I’d loved in years, but it still sucks to know it’s ending

Bungie announced that the live service development for Destiny 2 will conclude on June 9, 2026, after nearly nine years, ten expansions, three episodic narratives, and 30 seasons. The game initially gained popularity for its shooting mechanics and immersive worlds but began to shift in essence around 2022, with changes like power level disadvantages and a focus on challenge introduced by former game director Joe Blackburn in February 2023. Players experienced frustrations with microtransactions and item economies, and beloved worlds were vaulted, leading to alienation among long-time fans. The final expansion, Final Shape, aims to conclude the decade of storytelling amidst internal turmoil at Bungie.

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May 8, 2026

Far Far West is my favorite indie in recent years, and Fanatical already has a discount for it

Far Far West is an indie game that combines elements of storytelling from Red Dead Redemption 2, cooperative gameplay from Deep Rock Galactic, and Easter eggs reminiscent of Call of Duty Zombies. Players take on the role of a robot cowboy bounty hunter, collecting gold and souls for upgrades while facing increasingly challenging missions. The game features engaging gunplay, magical spells, and boss encounters, with a strong emphasis on multiplayer gameplay for up to four players. Since its early access launch, it has received an 'Overwhelmingly Positive' rating on Steam and is available for .99 / £12.79 at Fanatical, reflecting a 20% discount from its regular price.