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April 17, 2026

Future Games Show returns this summer with more than 50 games: here’s how to watch

A trio of gaming showcases is scheduled for June 6 and June 7. The Future Games Show Summer Showcase will take place on June 6 at 12 PM Pacific, 3 PM Eastern, and 8 PM UK, featuring world premieres and exclusive trailers, followed by FGS Live from Los Angeles. The PC Gaming Show will occur on June 7 at the same times. Both events will be accessible through Futuregamesshow.com and PCgamingshow.com.

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April 17, 2026

The Future Games Show Summer Showcase, FGS Live, and the PC Gaming Show have been confirmed for June, with the Showcase to feature ‘world premieres, exclusive trailers, and stealth demo drops’

Future has announced the return of its summer gaming events, including the Future Games Show Summer Showcase and FGS Live from Los Angeles on June 6 at 12 PM PDT / 3 PM EDT / 8 PM BST. The PC Gaming Show will follow on June 7. Both events will be available on platforms like YouTube, Twitch, X/Twitter, and Steam. Last year's showcases had a combined viewership of 41.9 million. Anticipated titles include Fable, Phantom Blade 0, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, and Grave Seasons, with Fable set to launch in Fall 2026.

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April 15, 2026

Future Games Show returns this summer with more than 50 games: here’s how to watch

A trio of gaming showcases is scheduled for this summer, starting with the Future Games Show Summer Showcase on June 6 at 12 PM Pacific, 3 PM Eastern, and 8 PM UK, followed by FGS Live from Los Angeles. The PC Gaming Show will take place on June 7 at the same times. Tom's Guide encourages followers to add them on Google News, subscribe on YouTube, and follow on TikTok for updates.

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April 15, 2026

Future Games Show and PC Gaming Show Return on June 6th and 7th

June will feature several gaming showcases, including the Future Games Show on June 6th at midnight PDT, which will present world premieres and trailers. Following that, the PC Gaming Show will take place on June 7th at midnight PDT, showcasing over 50 PC titles. The Xbox Games Showcase is expected to reveal release dates for titles like Halo: Campaign Evolved in July and Fable in autumn, along with speculation about Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 and Gears of War: E-Day, the latter of which will have a dedicated Direct with a gameplay reveal and is anticipated for release in the latter half of the year.

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January 10, 2026

9 big things Steam needs to improve in 2026

72% of developers perceive Steam as having a functional monopoly in the PC gaming landscape. Competing platforms like the Epic Games Store and Xbox App have not matched Steam's user experience. Suggestions for improving Steam include adding a "currently playing" section in the library, separating achievements for base games and DLC, streamlining the DLC acquisition process, enhancing mod support in Steam Workshop, improving wishlist organization, and making SteamOS available for all PCs.

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January 3, 2026

The PC game releases we’re most excited about in January

January typically sees a quieter period for PC gaming, with many anticipated titles debuting later in the month. Notable releases include: - January 12: Quarantine Zone: The Last Check (Steam) - Players act as a checkpoint officer in a zombie apocalypse. - January 26: Highguard (Steam) - A free-to-play hero shooter facing skepticism. - January 29: Cairn (Steam) - A mountain climbing game praised by early players. Upcoming gaming events and sales include: - CES from January 6-9. - Steam Winter Sale (December 18 - January 5). - Detective Fest (January 12 - January 19). - Board Game Fest (January 26 - February 2). - Taipei Game Show (January 29 - February 1). Early access launches in January: - January 6: StarRupture (Steam) - A sci-fi base building and defense game. - January 22: Bladesong (Steam) - Players craft blades in a dark fantasy setting. - January TBA: Echoes of Elysium (Steam) - A co-op airship survival RPG delayed from December. Major updates and events: - January 20: World of Warcraft's Midnight Pre-Expansion Content Update. - January 12: Anthem concludes its service. - January 22: Cult of the Lamb: Woolhaven expansion introduces new content. Additional game releases in January include: - January 9: Pathologic 3 (Steam). - January 12: Big Hops (Steam). - January 15: Craftlings (Steam) and Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon (Steam). - January 16: BrokenLore: Unfollow (Steam). - January 20: Mio: Memories in Orbit (Steam). - January 21: Dynasty Warriors Origins: Visions of Four Heroes (Steam). - January 22: Nova Roma (Steam) and Arknights: Endfield (Epic). - January 28: The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin (Steam) and The Midnight Walkers (early access). - January 29: Don't Stop, Girlypop! (Steam).

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December 27, 2025

Slay the Spire gets the best Christmas present a deckbuilder could ask for: a new all-time concurrent player peak on Steam nearly 7 years after release

Slay the Spire recently achieved an all-time high for concurrent players on Steam, surpassing its previous peak of over 33,000 players from early access in 2018, with a current count of around 35,000 players. During the 2025 winter sale, the game was offered at a low price of .49, attracting many new players. Anticipation for Slay the Spire 2 and the popularity of the Slay the Spire board game, which has a user rating of 8.7/10 on BoardGameGeek, have also contributed to the game's resurgence.

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December 19, 2025

We’re hitting peak saturation for first person dungeon crawlers, but Queen’s Domain stands apart from the crowd

Queen's Domain is an indie first-person dungeon crawler that features a lo-fi visual style reminiscent of the early PlayStation era, with intentionally crunchy graphics and beautifully crafted art assets. The soundtrack combines euphoric melodies with primal percussion, creating a nostalgic yet fresh atmosphere. The gameplay includes a demo showcasing exceptional exploration and immersive atmosphere, with combat mechanics that offer depth and fluidity. Notable features include a unique throwing weapon system based on cooldowns, allowing for dynamic combat strategies, and a melee dash attack that enhances offense and mobility. The game aims to provide a rich experience of exploration, combat, and atmospheric storytelling.

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December 11, 2025

Cellar Door Games announces roguelike tactical RPG Neath, set to release for PC in 2026

Cellar Door Games has announced their new project, Neath, a roguelike tactical RPG set to launch in 2026 on PC via Steam. The game features a dynamic timeline system with a shifting turn order, allowing players to influence actions of allies and enemies. Co-founder Kenny Lee expressed excitement about the project, which draws inspiration from games like Into the Breach and tabletop games such as Mansions of Madness. The development team is exploring new concepts like "engagement locking" and the "attack resolve system." Players can join the developer’s Discord channel for information on closed beta tests, and an announcement trailer, descriptions, and screenshots are available on the official website.

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December 6, 2025

Round Up: Every Switch And Switch 2 Announcement From The PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted 2025

PC Gamer hosted its annual PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted, showcasing several upcoming titles for the Switch and Switch 2. - Blood: Refreshed Supply - Switch (Out Now) - Carmageddon: Rogue Shift - Switch 2 (Early 2026) - MIO: Memories In Orbit - Switch 2 & Switch (20th January 2026) - Grave Seasons - Switch (2026) - Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War! - Switch 2 (Early 2026) - Tamer Town - Switch 2 (2026) - Starsand Island - Switch 2 (2026) - Dungeons of Dusk - Switch 2 & Switch (2026)