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July 17, 2026

PC RTS Game Game of Thrones: War for Westeros Slips to 2027 as PlaySide chases a Higher Quality Bar

PlaySide Studios has announced a delay in the release of Game of Thrones: War for Westeros, moving it from 2026 to early 2027 to maintain quality standards. Players will choose from four factions: House Stark, House Lannister, House Targaryen, or the Night King's Army. Each faction will feature iconic heroes with unique abilities that influence combat. The game will focus on enhanced physical feedback and unit behavior, allowing players to command squads that react dynamically to orders. Skirmishes will take place across various locations in Westeros, including a new map called Ashemark, designed for competitive 1v1 battles. Players can add the game to their wishlist on Steam.

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July 13, 2026

This week in PC games: vert-ramping trains, a retold murder mystery, and Cthulhu’s new gig as an AI Director

Edwin is currently sidelined by an illness following TennoCon, and he is expected to submit stories on Soulframe and Warframe: Tau before fully resting. New PC games being released this week include: - Ascend to Zero: A sci-fi action-roguelike with temporal manipulation. - Forensics: Crime Scene Detective: A game focused on managing fingerprint and bullet comparisons. - Soulforge Lost Path: A Survivorslike/bullet heaven game with limited inventory management. - D-Topia: A puzzle adventure about maintaining an AI-managed society. - The Incident at Galley House: A visual novel remake of a murder mystery text adventure. - Happy's Humble Burger Cult: A cooking horror game for 1-4 players. - Moss: The Forgotten Relic: A 3D platformer available for non-VR PC players. - Storebound: A cooperative horror puzzler launching into version 1.0. - Wreck Runners: A multiplayer game set in a haunted Bermuda Triangle. - Fogpiercer: A tactical roguelike deckbuilder focused on defending a train. - Frozen Ship: A first-person survival game launching in early access on the 17th. Additionally, today marks RPS’s 19th birthday, and the team will be scattered in the coming days for various events and holidays.

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July 8, 2026

Minecraft finally adds seats after 17 years, but the potential for builders is even bigger

Mojang has released a significant update for Minecraft, introducing the ability to craft a Cushion using three Wool Slabs of any color. This new item allows players to sit and can be placed on supporting blocks, transforming Wood Stairs into stylish chairs without collision issues. The update also includes the Dappled Forest biome, new materials like the Poplar Wood set, Wool Stairs and Slabs, and bouncy Shelf Mushrooms. Additionally, players can craft Straw Beds from three Hay Bales, which stack up to 16 and allow for a quick sleep without establishing a spawn point. The Minecraft Java 26.3 Snapshot 3 and Bedrock Preview 26.40.30 are now available for players to test these new features.

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July 6, 2026

Steam Users Hooked On New Free Slice Of 9/10 Titanfall-Inspired Shooter

Titanfall 3 is not currently in production, but a new game called Code RAPID, developed by HitBreak, has released a free demo on Steam that has received positive feedback. Set in a post-apocalyptic world called Ondarea, players control customizable mechs in dynamic combat that emphasizes agility and strategy. The demo allows players to experience the first three missions, showcasing mech customization and core gameplay mechanics. The full version is expected to launch in 2026, and the game currently holds a 90% rating on Steam. Early players have expressed excitement and satisfaction with the demo's controls and gameplay.

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June 10, 2026

Halo: Campaign Evolved Hands-On Demo – It’s The Halo You Love, But Even Better

The remake of the level "Assault on the Control Room" from Halo: Combat Evolved is featured in the upcoming release of Halo: Campaign Evolved. This level, known as the fifth and longest in the original campaign, has been redesigned to enhance gameplay while preserving its original essence. Creative Director Max Szlagor emphasized the level's importance and its core sandbox experience, highlighting improvements in pacing, navigation, and visual detail. The remake includes enhanced AI for Covenant forces, vehicle hijacking, and a cooperative play option for up to four players. The game is set to launch globally on July 28, 2026, with early access for Premium Edition owners starting July 23, and will be available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation 5.

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June 10, 2026

Where Winds Meet is Out Today, With Exclusive XBOX Game Pass Benefits and a New Expansion on the Way

Where Winds Meet, a free-to-play Wuxia open-world ARPG, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and cloud platforms. Since its launch last November, the game has attracted over 80 million players and has had two expansions. The game is set in 10th Century China and features six distinct regions for exploration. Players can customize their combat style with various weapons and martial arts skills, and take on roles such as a doctor or assassin. A new expansion, Hidden Mountain, was announced, introducing a mountainous region with new gameplay mechanics. The game supports Smart Delivery and is optimized for Xbox, featuring HDR support and upscaling for better visuals. Xbox Game Pass members can access the game and receive a starter pack of resources from June 7 to July 23.

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May 29, 2026

I tried different Android Auto weather apps – these 3 are best for storm nerds like me

The selection of weather applications for Android Auto is limited, with MyRadar and Weather & Radar being the primary options. MyRadar is a comprehensive weather app that provides live radar tracking, various mapping options, and a premium feature called RouteCast for forecasting weather along a route. Weather & Radar offers hourly and daily forecasts, interactive maps, and severe weather alerts but lacks advanced route projection features. There is also a basic Weather widget for Android Auto that provides limited information.

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May 14, 2026

2025 PC Game Now 100% Free to Keep on Steam

The horror game "Terrors to Unveil – Day Off" is now available for free on Steam until May 19, allowing users to download and keep it indefinitely. The game is categorized as "Unknown" for compatibility with the Steam Deck, and players must test its performance themselves. It has a 72% approval rating from nearly 100 user reviews, with praise for its atmospheric setting and tension, though about 30% of reviews express dissatisfaction with pacing and writing quality. The estimated playtime is between one to two hours.

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May 3, 2026

Everything new in Minecraft Bedrock 26.30.25/26 beta and preview

Mojang has released the Minecraft 26.30.25/26 Beta and preview build, introducing new features such as Geysers that launch players skyward and Sulfur Cubes that can absorb TNT blocks with varying fuse times based on activation methods. The update includes bug fixes, such as correct generation of iron doors and stone buttons in strongholds, crafting adjustments for Sulfur Spikes, and improvements to video settings and user interface. Technical updates feature the transition of four entity components to the 1.26.30 format, the addition of voxel shapes for 46 vanilla blocks, and a new SoundInstance API class for sound playback control.

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May 2, 2026

5 of the best new Android apps you need to try this May

Key Launcher is a free Android launcher developed by Lousify Tech that features a T9 keypad layout for intuitive app navigation, a vault for secure storage, quick-dial shortcuts, and a focus mode. Gradient Weather, developed by subtle signals, is a visually appealing weather app that adapts its color scheme based on weather conditions, offers customizable alerts, and includes a map view. Alpine Lines, created by Tiny Haltere, is a free management game where players design ski gondola routes, featuring minimalist design and soothing gameplay. LibrePods, developed by kavish, allows Android users to use Apple’s AirPods with features like conversational awareness and gesture controls, now available on the Play Store. Sea of Stars, a port of a 2023 RPG by Playdigious, allows players to control characters Valere or Zale in a turn-based combat game, featuring detailed visuals and controller compatibility, priced at .99.