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AppWizard

September 15, 2026

Arc Raiders Expeditions may not come back: ‘Maybe we’ll scrap the whole system’

Embark Studios has announced a "pause" on the Expeditions feature in Arc Raiders, with plans to revisit it until early 2027 due to persistent player feedback. Executive producer Aleksander Grøndal indicated that the feature may be overhauled or eliminated entirely. Expeditions serve as a prestige system where players reset their progress for unique benefits, but many have criticized the extensive grind for minimal rewards. The fifth Expedition, ending in September, will be the last until the feature is reworked or potentially scrapped. The studio aims to make significant changes based on community concerns regarding departure windows, reward structure, and accessibility. A major update, Frozen Trails, is set to launch in October.

AppWizard

August 16, 2026

Xbox Game Pass September 2026: Dune Awakening, Minecraft Dungeons II Confirmed

Subscribers who opted out of Dune: Awakening due to its multiplayer requirement can access a single-player mode starting September 22, 2026, coinciding with the Xbox console launch. This mode allows players to explore the narrative at their own pace, with adjustable difficulty settings and no multiplayer interaction required. Both Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers will have access to this feature from day one. Additionally, the confirmed Game Pass lineup for September includes: - Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault on September 2 for Xbox Series X|S, PS5, Switch 2, and PC. - SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed on September 3 for Xbox Series X|S, PS5, Switch, PC, and Cloud. - Dune: Awakening on September 22 for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Cloud. - Minecraft Dungeons II on September 29 for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Cloud. Minecraft Dungeons II will also launch on September 29 across multiple platforms, with Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers receiving day-one access.

AppWizard

August 7, 2026

Overwatch’s new mech hero is the sword-and-board sequel to D.Va, except her code isn’t ‘a plate of spaghetti’ under the hood

In 2018, Blizzard Entertainment's game director Aaron Keller described D.Va's programming as complex, leading to amusing bugs during her mech transitions. D.Mon is a new character in the MEKA Squad, designed for sturdiness and versatility, capable of dashing in any direction with limited fuel and equipped with a mounted machine gun. When she raises her shield, she resembles Reinhardt but has a speed advantage and a unique charge ability. D.Mon's ultimate ability, Limit Break, unleashes a whirlwind slash that increases enemy damage taken and grants her overhealth. A notable gameplay moment occurs when she is ejected from her mech, with an animation reminiscent of Voltron. D.Mon will debut in season 4 on August 11.

AppWizard

July 25, 2026

Final Fantasy 14 has finally added the class I’m always asking for: a viking with two shields, laser cannons, and Wolverine claws

A new character concept in fantasy role-playing games features a viking with triple-barreled laser guns and dual shields with metal claws. In the upcoming expansion of Final Fantasy XIV, titled Evercold, the first new job introduced is the bastion, a main tank that combines blocking, shooting, and stabbing using a new weapon called "skyltborg." This weapon draws inspiration from oversized gunshields used by characters like Rhitahtyn Arvina. The bastion will be available exclusively in the evolved mode of the game, with further details to be revealed at the Tokyo Fan Festival and a full launch scheduled for January 2027.

BetaBeacon

July 21, 2026

DCKO Free-to-Play DC Fighting Game Launches for iOS and Android in 2027

DCKO is a free-to-play mobile fighting game featuring DC Comics characters, set to launch in 2027 on iOS and Android platforms. The game focuses on real-time player-versus-player combat, with popular characters like Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, and Harley Quinn. New characters are added monthly to keep gameplay fresh, and players can customize their fighters with various Super Moves and upgrades. In addition to PvP modes, the game offers player-versus-environment challenges, emphasizing fluid combos, epic super attacks, and tactical features like throws and tag-team combos. Regular updates will introduce new content to provide a constantly evolving experience for DC fans and fighting game enthusiasts.

AppWizard

June 29, 2026

Mina the Hollower will make her fighting game debut in a crossover next year

Rivals of Aether 2 is a fighting game on Steam that has not yet introduced any guest characters, unlike its predecessor, which featured Shovel Knight. A new shark character has been added to the roster, and Mina the Hollower, from Yacht Club Games, will join the game in 2027. Mina's inclusion was teased at the EVO event, and she will be part of a cast that includes the shark character and various anthropomorphized animals. Additionally, a new character named Gouie, a whimsical platypus with a unique fighting style, will be introduced on August 4. Gouie can swallow opponents and launch parts of his body as projectiles, and his voice varies between cheerful and deep growl. Yacht Club Games has seen success with the launch of Mina the Hollower, which received a 90% rating from PC Gamer and has been praised for its combination of combat and visuals.

AppWizard

June 24, 2026

A Minecraft Movie director was ‘already talking’ about casting Kirsten Dunst before her comments

Director Jared Hess revealed that discussions about casting Kirsten Dunst for the sequel to the Minecraft movie began before she expressed interest. Dunst, known for her role in Spider-Man, officially joined the cast in March, celebrating on Instagram. She will portray the character Alex, who was hinted at in the first film's post-credits scene. The sequel is titled A Minecraft Movie Squared and will feature returning cast members including Jack Black, Jason Momoa, Danielle Brooks, and Jennifer Coolidge. Filming began in New Zealand in May, and the film is set to be released in July 2027.

AppWizard

June 13, 2026

Palworld 1.0 won’t wipe your data, ‘but you should’ says Pocketpair’s publishing boss

Palworld 1.0 is set to launch on July 10, with players able to retain their existing progress, although they may be encouraged to start anew. A significant new feature is the World Tree, located in the northwest corner of the map, which is tied to the game's narrative climax. The update will introduce more new Pals than any previous update, including a new character named Dupin.

AppWizard

June 7, 2026

I’m finally getting married in Fields of Mistria when its 1.0 update launches in August

The 1.0 update for Fields of Mistria will be released on August 5, introducing features such as marriage, children, and various enhancements. The update will include marriage ceremonies, the ability to name children, 10 heart friendship events with villagers, new vendors at the Saturday Market, and a quest line to elevate the town's renown level to 100. A giant, rideable chicken will also be added. The game is currently priced at , with no planned price increase upon full launch.

BetaBeacon

May 30, 2026

Developers of popular android repair game D1AL-ogue to crowdfund sequel with 8x larger story and over 20 characters

Cherry Picker has successfully set up a crowdfunding campaign for the sequel D1AL-ogue+. The core planning stage has been completed, including 20 characters and the main ending. New character animations have been completed for several characters, and progress has been made in art, writing, and programming. The sequel will have over 8x more story content than the original, be non-linear, and introduce new characters and puzzle mechanics.