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September 1, 2026

Crumbl Builds Minecraft in Cookie Form, One Square Block at a Time

Crumbl is collaborating with Minecraft for its first character licensing venture, offering a limited-time menu from August 31 to September 5 featuring six square-shaped treats inspired by the game. Pre-orders opened on August 30. The desserts include: 1. Grass Block Cake: Cinnamon vanilla cake with chocolate crumb streusel and brown cream cheese frosting. 2. Creeper Key Lime Sandwich: Lime cookies filled with lime icing and topped with a creeper figure. 3. Lemon Poppyseed Cookie: Lemon base with lemon curd and buttercream, topped with a bee. 4. Cookies & Cream Sandwich: Purple marshmallow mousse with brownie and cookies & cream crumbs, topped with an Enderman. 5. Cherry Blossom Cookie: Pink dough with maraschino cherries and cherry cream cheese frosting, topped with a pig. 6. Cookie Butter Cookie: Spiced marbled cookie-butter square with melted cookie butter and topped with a chicken figure. The packaging resembles earth blocks from the game. The first 200 customers on launch day will receive a Launch Day Exclusive spoon, while pre-orders will include an in-store Mystery Spoon. A 12-pack will feature two spoons with rotating designs. Pre-orders do not come with a spoon.

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August 29, 2026

Mojang Announced a Free Minecraft Dungeons II Hero Cape for Players

Players of Minecraft Dungeons II can claim a free hero cape by playing Minecraft Dungeons I and logging into Minecraft Dungeons II before December 31, 2026. The cape features a classic fantasy design and is available for both Java and Bedrock editions. Other capes can be obtained through paid pre-orders of the base game or Deluxe Edition.

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August 29, 2026

Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 31 to September 4

- The Blood of Dawnwalker: Developer: Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe S.A.S., Release Date: September 2, Price: .99, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / XBOX Play Anywhere. - Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game: Developer: PM-Studios, Inc., Release Date: September 3, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / XBOX Play Anywhere. - NBA 2K27: Developer: 2K, Release Date: September 3, Price: .99, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - Onimusha: Way of the Sword: Developer: CAPCOM CO., LTD., Release Date: September 3, Price: .99, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / XBOX Play Anywhere. - NHL® 27 Deluxe Edition: Developer: Electronic Arts, Release Date: September 4, Price: .99, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - Halloween – Digital Deluxe Edition: Developer: IllFonic Publishing, Co-Publisher: Gun Media, Release Date: September 4, Price: .99, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - Young Suns (Game Preview): Developer: KO_OP, Release Date: August 31, Price: .99, Platforms: Game Pass / Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / Smart Delivery. - Shelldiver: Developer: Gagonfe, Release Date: September 1, Platforms: Game Pass / Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault (Game Preview): Developer: 11 bit studios, Release Date: September 2, Platforms: Game Pass / Handheld Optimized. - Angeline Era: Developer: Analgesic Productions, Release Date: September 2, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - BioEden: Developer: Focus Entertainment, Release Date: September 3, Price: .79, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - Puzzledorf: Developer: Stuart's Pixel Games, Release Date: August 31, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - Salvation: Echoes of War: Developer: Infinite Entropy, Release Date: August 31, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - Sticker Picker (Xbox Series): Developer: Afil Games, Release Date: August 31, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - Crimson Moon: Developer: ProbablyMonsters, Release Date: September 1, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - Tintle's Great Colorful Adventure: Developer: Midnight Pounce Studios, Release Date: September 1, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - Eden Coil: Developer: Brainium Games, Release Date: September 2, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - Feed Your Cat: New Paths: Developer: Tribus Games Indie, Release Date: September 2, Platforms: XBOX Play Anywhere. - Marsupilami 2 – Salsa Palombia: Developer: Microids, Release Date: September 2, Price: .99, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / XBOX Play Anywhere. - Pharmacy Store Simulator: Developer: Art Games Studio S.A., Release Date: September 2, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - Radiation Caterpillar: Developer: Brainium Games, Release Date: September 2, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / Smart Delivery. - Super Woden Rally Edge: Developer: Eastasiasoft Limited, Release Date: September 2, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / Smart Delivery / XBOX Play Anywhere. - Asdivine Knot: Developer: KEMCO, Release Date: September 3, Price: .99, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / Smart Delivery / XBOX Play Anywhere. - Brainrot Kart: Developer: Skibidi Studios, Release Date: September 3, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / Smart Delivery / XBOX Play Anywhere. - Bus Simulator 27 – Year 1 Edition: Developer: astragon Entertainment, Release Date: September 3, Price: .99, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - Dexter Stardust: Adventures in Outer Space: Developer: Flynn's Arcade, Release Date: September 3, Price: .99, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - Dream Doctor: Developer: Bad Minions, Little Giant, Release Date: September 3, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - Fight School Simulator: Developer: Ultimate Games S.A., Release Date: September 3, Price: .99, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - Galactic Vault: Developer: Take IT Studio!, Release Date: September 3, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - Hearthstorm: Developer: NOSTRA GAMES LTD, Release Date: September 3, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - Komorebi: A Furry Visual Novel: Developer: Top Hat Studios, Inc., Release Date: September 3, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed: Developer: tinyBuild, Release Date: September 3, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - Shoe it All!: Developer: Bright Gambit, Release Date: September 3, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - Dream Cage: Developer: JanduSoft, Release Date: September 4, Price: .49, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / XBOX Play Anywhere. - Fear The Timeloop: Developer: PlayWay S.A., Release Date: September 4, Price: .99, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / XBOX Play. - Flute Of Gobelin: Developer: RainForest Game Studio, Release Date: September 4, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - Fortress Merge: Developer: QubicGames S.A., Release Date: September 4, Platforms: XBOX Play Anywhere. - Hockey Beasts: Developer: Revulo Games LLC, Release Date: September 4, Price: .99, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - I Am Angel: Developer: PortingGuru, Release Date: September 4, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / XBOX Play Anywhere. - Isle of Reveries: Developer: Electric Airship, Release Date: September 4, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S. - Moonbringer: Developer: 2dragontails, Release Date: September 4, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / Smart Delivery / XBOX Play Anywhere. - Order Automatica: Developer: better. publishing, Release Date: September 4, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / Smart Delivery. - Railbreak DX: Developer: Dead Drop Studios LLC, Release Date: September 4, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / XBOX Play Anywhere. - Tales of Formentera: Developer: Ratalaika Games S.L., Release Date: September 4, Platforms: Optimized for XBOX Series X|S / Smart Delivery / XBOX Play Anywhere.

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August 29, 2026

New 95-Rated PC Game Beats Modern Warfare 4 and Mortal Shell II to #1 Best-Selling Steam Game

A new game titled How to Fish, priced at .99, has become the best-selling game on Steam for the week of August 18 to August 25, surpassing titles like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, Mortal Shell II, and Star Wars: Zero Company. It has an "Overwhelmingly Positive" rating with a 95% approval from over 12,200 reviews. Developed by Dazed Games, How to Fish achieved this ranking within eight days of its release. Following it in the rankings are Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 at #2, Mortal Shell II at #3, Wardogs at #4, and Stalker 2 at #5. The previous week's best-selling game was Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, which has since dropped in sales. Several titles have fallen out of the top ten, including No Room in Hell 2 and Total War: Warhammer II. Star Wars: Zero Company is currently the #1 best-selling game, although its ranking may be affected by its shorter release window.

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August 28, 2026

Minecraft Dungeons II Capes Promos

Pre-ordering a physical copy of Dungeons II unlocks bonuses that can be redeemed using a unique code found in the game package. The redemption process varies by console: for XBOX, visit xbox.com/redeem; for Nintendo, go to ec.nintendo.com/redeem#; and for PlayStation, visit store.playstation.com, click on your profile, and select "Redeem Code." Internet access is required for gameplay, and Microsoft may remove digital items redeemed through this promotion at their discretion. Accounts suspected of fraudulent activity may be suspended. A copy of Minecraft: Bedrock Edition, a Microsoft Account sign-in, and internet access are necessary to fully enjoy Dungeons II, which may incur additional fees.

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August 23, 2026

Nintendo pre-order updates – August 23, 2026 – Minecraft for Switch 2, more

Nintendo has an impressive lineup of products available for pre-order during the week of August 23, 2026. Key upcoming game releases include: - Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 on August 27 - Brigandine Abyss on August 27 - Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition and Wanderstop on August 28 - Orbitals on September 3 - Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition on September 3 - Onimusha: Way of the Sword Steelbook Edition on September 4 - NBA 2K27 on September 4 - Hot Wheels: Infinite Rush on September 10 - Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave collection on September 17 - Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition on October 1 - Final Fantasy Resonance on October 22 - Hello Kitty Party Land on October 30 New amiibo figures include Kirby Air Riders – Chef Kawasaki on September 3 and Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Mineru’s Construct on September 17. Upcoming books include the Pokemon Deluxe Character Guide Limited Edition Box Set Collection on August 25 and The Art of Final Fantasy Tactics on November 10.

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August 21, 2026

2 Steam top sellers, 2 simultaneous betas, 2 very different shooters: It’s Wardogs & Modern Warfare weekend

Two highly-anticipated military first-person shooter titles, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 and Wardogs, are offering beta access to pre-order customers. Call of Duty is currently leading sales on Steam, while Wardogs has over one million wishlists and is gaining popularity. Wardogs features a short time-to-kill mechanic, expansive maps, and aims to balance realism with accessibility. The game is designed to attract fans of mainstream shooters and battle royales. The pre-order price is set, and players are encouraged to request refunds if the beta does not meet expectations. Over 87,000 participants are currently facing server issues due to high interest.

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August 21, 2026

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta dates: How to sign up for both MW4 beta weekends

Players can participate in beta tests for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 before its official release in October. - Early Access Beta starts on August 21 for pre-order customers. - Open Beta begins on August 28 for all players. - Pre-order customers may need a beta code, depending on their purchase method. - Codes will be available during the Call of Duty: Next Showcase on August 21 at 9 am PDT. - Most maps and modes will be available during both beta weekends, with some exclusives. - Pre-loading for the open beta starts on August 26 at 9 am PDT. Players who participated in the early access beta will not need to download the game again but may receive updates.

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August 20, 2026

Puzzle Game Woodo Launches September 16 for Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC

Daedalic Entertainment, along with developers Yullia Prohorova and Timur Bogotof, announced the release of the puzzle game Woodo, set to launch on September 16. It will be available on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam. The game will have two editions: a Standard Edition priced at .99 and a Deluxe Edition also priced at .99, which includes additional content such as an original soundtrack, 3D models, print templates, extra cursor colors, and a gratitude sticker. Woodo features a cozy diorama puzzle experience where players assemble wooden scenes that come to life with color and animations, following the adventures of characters Foxy and Ben. The game includes a friendly narrator and aims to evoke nostalgic feelings and joy through its gameplay and characters. Key features include a unique puzzle mechanic, adaptive gameplay, and a meaningful story.

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August 19, 2026

Mid-week Android app deals and freebies: Last Day, Siralim, Ninja Hero Cats, Lovecraft’s Untold Stories, more

Best Buy is celebrating its 60th Anniversary with various offers, particularly for Android users. Notable game and app deals include titles like Last Day Survivors Zombie TDS, Isurvivor Premium, Siralim Ultimate, Rotaeno, Ninja Hero Cats Premium, Wreckfest – Demolition Racing, and Lovecraft’s Untold Stories. Today is the last chance for pre-order deals on the Pixel 11 series, with deliveries starting tomorrow. Amazon has reduced the price of the Olive Google Pixel Buds Pro 2, and Best Buy is offering discounts on laptops, including up to 0 off the 2026 Copilot+ PC and gaming models, as well as a 0 reduction on LG's latest OLED TV. Chromebook deals start at 9.