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July 31, 2026

Bulletstorm is the stupidest game ever made, and also one of the cleverest shooters ever

Bulletstorm is often referred to as the "stupidest game ever made," featuring a narrative centered on Hunt, a flawed leader dealing with the loss of squadmates and a friend's transformation into a RoboCop-like existence. The game includes self-aware dialogue, with characters like Trishka openly criticizing Hunt. It incorporates modern mechanics such as regenerating health and aiming-down-the-sights, but lacks a jump function, limiting player movement. The environmental design is visually impressive, though the level design is primarily linear. Despite its crude humor, Bulletstorm is recognized for its inventive gameplay and complex characters.

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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 31, 2026

GOG Is Permanently Removing 6 PC Games on July 31

GOG is removing six titles from its catalog on July 31. The titles being delisted are: 1. A Long Journey to an Uncertain End - A sci-fi adventure RPG released in 2023, with a 75% approval rating on Steam and a score of 2.3/5 on GOG, priced at .99. 2. Outerverse - A crafting automation adventure game released in 2022, with a 51% approval rating on Steam and a score of 2.3/5 on GOG, priced at .99. 3. PLAGUN – The Plague Goes On - A roguelike scroller shooter released in 2025, with an 81% rating on Steam and a score of 3.3/5 on GOG, priced at .99. 4. Clouzy - An adventure simulation game released in 2022, with a 53% approval rating on Steam and a score of 3.6/5 on GOG, priced at .99. 5. Tavernacle - A co-op tower defense game released in 2023, with a 60% rating on Steam and no user reviews on GOG, priced at .99. 6. Airborne Kingdom - A sky city builder released in 2022, with a 76 rating on Metacritic, an 87% rating on Steam, and a 4.3/5 rating on GOG, priced at .99.

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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.

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July 28, 2026

Mistfall Hunter Interview – Game Balance, Beta Feedback, PvE Mode, PC Features, And More

Bellring Games is set to release Mistfall Hunter on PC and consoles, incorporating player feedback from beta tests to enhance the game. Players expressed a desire for high-stakes tension without early unfairness, leading to adjustments in early game progression, combat systems, and the introduction of a no-shrinking-zone mode. The game emphasizes PvE as a core element, enhancing exploration and decision-making, with plans for future updates to deepen this experience. Mistfall Hunter distinguishes itself in the extraction genre through genuine third-person action combat, focusing on mechanics like attack direction and stamina management rather than traditional shooter elements. The integration of PvE, PvP, and extraction creates a seamless gameplay experience. Developers are considering a PvE-only mode for players who prefer to avoid PvP, while balancing gameplay for solo players and three-player squads. Each playstyle is designed to thrive independently, with continuous monitoring to maintain class strengths and weaknesses. Player engagement is prioritized, ensuring that death incurs a cost but does not negate progress. The game will feature separate Quality and Performance modes on consoles, support full cross-play, and offer extensive graphics options for PC players, alongside anti-cheat measures.

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July 27, 2026

This week in PC games: a battle royale detective game, a broken Y2K metaverse, a laptop tycoon sim, and a new Company of Heroes RTS

- Endacopia: A point-and-click horror game inspired by 90s edutainment software. - Broken Reality 2000: A first-person puzzle-platforming adventure set in a Y2K-themed metaverse. - Plum Road Tea Dream: A semi-autobiographical journey of a queer POC developer through seven distinct graphical worlds. - Moon Crashers: A game where players gather resources to build an escape rocket after crash-landing on the moon. - Forsaken Realms: Vahrin's Call: A third-person fantasy adventure set in a beleaguered city. - Kinny and the Cosmic Cauldron: A roguelike deckbuilder where players create soups for eldritch clientele. - Dissolution of the Silent Union: A narrative with gloomy anime aesthetics and themes of decay. - Orbital Hell: A hallucinatory score-attacker game battling geometric boglins. - Désorienté: A narrative-driven experience set in a violent world with intestines as currency. - CipherMind: A battle royale detective game for eight players in a concrete labyrinth. - Lunarium: An action-RPG featuring a knight and a floating sorceress. - Company of Heroes 3: Final Stand: A strategic spin-off involving tactical gameplay against waves of enemies. - Joy Malignant: A dice-based RPG set in a city filled with despair. - Truck-kun is Supporting Me from Another World?!: A humorous isekai game featuring a truck driver. - Outfield: An exploration of agricultural growth and its implications. - Olga: A cozy adventure game without combat. - Legacy of Sail: A nostalgic real-time naval tactics game. - Culdcept The First: A modern adaptation of a board/card game fusion. - Mistfall Hunter: A PvPvE extraction RPG. - Turnip Mountain: A 2D climbing simulator in a whimsical world. - Signy & Mino: Against All Gods: A side-scrolling RPG featuring a girl and her dog. - Devil's Hand: A card game where players form poker hands on a grid. - Parkside: Decayed Soul Manipulation: A sim shooter set in a dystopian California. - Cloud Sculptor: A 3D puzzle-platformer where players create sculptures for ghosts.

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July 27, 2026

Yet Another Zombie Defense HD, which is its real name, is free on Steam for a limited time

The zombie genre has gained popularity in gaming, with a notable title being Yet Another Zombie Defense HD, which is currently available for free until July 30. This twin-stick shooter features gameplay that involves shooting zombies at night and building defenses during the day. It offers local and online multiplayer options, various weapons and traps, and integrates with Steam Workshop for character customization. The game is a promotional gesture for the upcoming release of Yet Another Zombie Survivors, set to launch on August 20, which will include new enemies and maintain a similar aesthetic.

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July 27, 2026

One of the best shooters around just got a barely recognizable second episode, and it’s only $12

New Blood has released the second episode, Shadow of Death, for their game Fallen Aces, which is currently on sale until August 8. The game features a blend of stealth, slapstick combat, and a pulpy narrative, and introduces the Mateba Model 6 Unica firearm. New Blood has a history of gradually expanding their games and launching them at lower prices, with Fallen Aces now available at a reduced rate.

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July 26, 2026

Helldivers 2 is giving players a free car in October, except for those who already earned it in June

Helldivers 2 introduces new tools and equipment, some locked behind Warbonds, causing player frustration. However, players can unlock the M-103 Supply FRV using requisition slips starting in October. The Supply FRV is one of three offroad truck variants, featuring an automated turret and a supply rack for eight restocks of ammunition and equipment. Initially, it was a reward for participating in the "Census Thunder" campaign in June, but Arrowhead Game Studios is now extending access to all players. This rollout is part of a new galactic campaign system aimed at enhancing player engagement. Additionally, a Warhammer 40,000 themed Warbond will be revealed on July 30.

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July 26, 2026

Xbox releases four original console games on PC thanks to Backwards Compatibility, but they chose the wrong ones

Microsoft is reintroducing first-generation Xbox titles to PC through its Backwards Compatibility initiative, allowing access via Game Pass. The initial lineup includes four titles: Fuzion Frenzy, BLiNX: The Time Sweeper, Crimson Skies: High Road to Revenge, and Conker: Live & Reloaded. The selection has received mixed reactions, with concerns about the lack of appeal and the absence of achievements at launch. Players have suggested that other titles, such as Genma Onimusha, The Simpsons: Hit and Run, Unreal Championship, OutRun 2, Jade Empire, and the Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic series, could have been more attractive options. Additionally, the upcoming release of Halo: Campaign Evolved could have benefited from the simultaneous launch of Halo: Combat Evolved to boost subscriptions.