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April 20, 2026

The Diana Android from Pragmata Will Receive an Unofficial Statue with LED Lighting from 3109 Studio

3109 Studio has announced an unofficial 27-centimeter statue of the android Diana from the game Pragmata. The statue is available for preorder for 203.14 euros and is scheduled for release in the third to fourth quarter of 2026.

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April 17, 2026

Torchlight Infinite’s new season is the high-speed ARPG’s most popular yet

A new season of Torchlight Infinite, titled 'Lunaria,' has launched, achieving its most successful debut on Steam with a peak of 26,618 players. The update introduces new features such as an endgame farming system, a character focused on potion mechanics, and temporary alliances with bosses. Key gameplay mechanics include awakening statues in the Netherrealm to spawn monsters and collect rewards, alongside random events that enhance loot opportunities. The update also adds Rhapsodies for variability in farming, a Creation Engine for converting Creation Crystals into loot, and a new character, the Scent Weaver Sage, who uses elixirs in combat. Quality-of-life improvements include visual upgrades for characters and monsters, enhanced user interface, and a re-arranged main theme for the game's third anniversary. The 'Lunaria' season is available for free on Steam, along with a 'Midas Touch' event for additional rewards.

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March 17, 2026

Where censored words find a safe haven: Inside Minecraft

The Uncensored Library is a digital space within Minecraft that promotes press freedom and houses over 300 pieces of censored work from around the world. The newly opened U.S. wing features a central Statue of Liberty, surrounded by lecterns displaying contentious texts, including a controversial Stephen Colbert interview and a report on sea-level rise that faced censorship. The library, launched in 2020, allows users from repressive regimes to access vital information without fear of reprisal, and even players in countries with restrictions can connect using virtual private networks. The library's creators, including Tobias Natterer and Reporters Without Borders, designed it as a Grecian temple, symbolizing free expression. The Press Freedom Index indicates a decline in the U.S. ranking due to covert tactics against media freedom. The library serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance in safeguarding press freedoms.

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January 17, 2026

New York City is being recreated at 1:1 scale inside Minecraft — project is 5 years in and contains over 50,000 buildings so far

YouTuber MineFact has showcased the progress of the Build The Earth project, where his team has recreated a significant portion of Lower Manhattan in Minecraft at a 1:1 scale. This project involves 50 to 80 players and covers nearly 700 square kilometers (approximately 270 square miles). Completed neighborhoods include Liberty Island, NoHo, SoHo, Nolita, Bowery, Little Italy, Chinatown, and Two Bridges, with all areas south of Canal Street recreated except for the Financial District. PippenFTS is another key figure in the project, which aims to replicate the entire planet in Minecraft, involving 45 teams and over 3,719 members in the BTE New York City team. The project is expected to take multiple decades, with ongoing work in other parts of Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn, while The Bronx and Staten Island remain untouched. The team is seeking volunteers to join the project, offering guidance and templates for newcomers.

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January 9, 2026

Religious statue is mocked for ‘looking like something from Minecraft’

A 100-foot statue of Jude the Apostle has been unveiled in Esperanza, Puebla State, Mexico, but has faced mockery for its design, which some compare to video game aesthetics. The statue features the saint's traditional green and white attire, with plans to add a wooden staff. Construction began in 2024 but was delayed due to weather and ecological concerns, and it was inaugurated last week. Local authorities hope it will attract pilgrims during Saint Jude Thaddeus's feast day celebrations. The backlash parallels a previous controversy in Seville regarding the restoration of a Virgin Mary statue, which led to protests and adjustments after criticism of its altered appearance.

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December 29, 2025

I’ve played the Warhammer 40k Dark Heresy alpha and it’s basically grimdark Disco Elysium

Owlcat Games is releasing downloadable content for Warhammer 40k Rogue Trader and has announced a new RPG inspired by The Expanse novels. They have launched a publishing division producing titles like Rue Valley, with contributions from Disco Elysium writer Robert Kurvitz. The alpha test for Warhammer 40k Dark Heresy is available to players who pre-ordered specific editions, lasting approximately eight hours and allowing exploration of different narrative outcomes. The game features a detective system and an Inquisitorial Journal for gathering clues. Dark Heresy emphasizes investigation over combat, which is currently seen as the weakest aspect of the demo. The game includes a character named Ra'ahkti, who may have a role similar to Kim Kitsuragi from Disco Elysium, and there are hints of potential romantic interactions.

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December 16, 2025

Dead by Daylight’s tenth anniversary celebrations include a $250 collector’s set and a huge in-person party

Behavior Interactive is hosting an in-person event to celebrate the tenth anniversary of Dead by Daylight on June 14, 2026, in Montreal's Old Port. The event will include developer panels, exclusive reveals, meet-and-greets, hands-on gaming stations, and a mini-expo. A Year 10 Anniversary Broadcast will provide insights into the game's future. A limited edition DBD Collector's Set is available for pre-order, featuring a statue, a lifesize flashlight replica, collectible pins, art cards, and a crafted artbook, priced at 9.99 / £185.99.

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December 13, 2025

The Game Awards live coverage: Every reveal and announcement as it happens

Geoff Keighley is engaging audiences on social media ahead of The Game Awards, teasing announcements and appearances. Confirmed highlights include potential developments for Tomb Raider, a new look at Resident Evil Requiem, the sci-fi RPG Exodus, and a new project from Neon Giant. The preshow starts at 4:30 PM PT, with live updates from staff writer Morgan Park. Keighley shared coordinates to a mysterious statue in the California desert, leading to speculation about its connection to games, particularly a new project from Larian Studios related to "Divinity." Rumored titles generating buzz include Death Stranding 2: On The Beach, Control: Resonant, a Diablo 4 expansion, an Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag remake, and a Max Payne Remake. Game of the Year nominees include Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Death Stranding 2: On The Beach, Donkey Kong Bananza, Hades 2, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has already won Best Independent Game and Best Family Game for Donkey Kong Bananza, as well as Innovation in Accessibility for Doom: The Dark Ages. A demo for Pragmata was announced, set for release in April 2026. Clair Obscur faced its first loss in the Players Voice category but secured the title of Game of the Year, bringing its total awards to ten.

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December 12, 2025

Everything announced at The Game Awards 2025 — Xbox, gaming handhelds, PC, and more

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 won the Game of the Year award at The Game Awards 2025. Decrepit, an indie title from Frame Interactive, is set to launch on PS5 and Steam in 2027. Audiomech, a bullet hell shooter by Dylan Fitterer, will have a free demo available on Steam starting December 12. PRAGMATA, an action-packed sci-fi adventure from CAPCOM, is scheduled for release on April 24, 2026, with preorders open and a demo available on Steam. Solasta 2 will enter Early Access on Steam on March 12, 2026. TankRat, a vehicular action game, is set for a Spring 2026 release on Steam. Bradley the Badger, an action platformer, is available for wishlisting on Steam. Stupid Never Dies, a zombie-themed game, is planned for release in 2026 on Steam and PS5. Casey Hudson is developing a new Star Wars RPG set in the Old Republic era. Larian Studios announced Divinity, a project larger than Baldur's Gate 3. 4:LOOP, a co-op game from Bad Robot, will release on PC and PS5. Ontos, a spiritual successor to SOMA, is slated for a 2026 release on Steam and PS5. South of Midnight, winner of the Games for Impact award, will be available on PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2 in Spring 2026. Order of the Sinking Star, a puzzle adventure game, is set to launch on Steam in 2026. Exodus, an RPG from Wizards of the Coast, is expected in Early 2027. WARLOCK, a dark fantasy action-adventure game, will launch on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PS5. Control Resonant, a sequel to Control, will be available in 2026. Gang of Dragon is an upcoming action game from the developers of Yakuza. LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight will release on May 29, 2026. Tomb Raider: Catalyst is expected in 2027, while a reimagining titled Legacy of Atlantis will launch in 2026. Forest 3 is in development with limited details. Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred expansion will launch on April 28, 2026. Hogwarts Legacy is available for free on the Epic Games Store until December 18. No Law, an open-world shooter, is set for release on Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and PS5. Total War: Warhammer 40,000 is available for wishlist on Steam. ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE will launch in 2026. Star Wars: Galactic Racer is scheduled for release in 2026. The Wind Awakening is set for release on December 23 for multiple platforms. Phantom Blade Zero will launch on PC and PS5 on September 9, 2026. Mega Man: Dual Override is set to release in 2027. Highguard, a free-to-play multiplayer FPS, will launch on January 26, 2026.

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December 12, 2025

Larian reveals its Divinity, its ‘biggest game ever,’ that will be ‘even larger than Baldur’s Gate 3’

Larian Studios has officially announced a new entry in its fantasy series titled "Divinity" at The Game Awards, following the success of Baldur's Gate 3. The game is described as Larian's "biggest game ever" by industry veteran Geoff Keighley and features a darker narrative, as shown in a pre-rendered trailer. The title "Divinity" suggests a fresh start, but it is not intended to alienate fans of Baldur's Gate 3. The game is designed to be accessible to newcomers while rewarding players familiar with previous titles. This is the first game in the series simply named "Divinity," and there are currently no plans for a new Divinity: Original Sin 3. The release date is not yet announced, and it is unclear if an early access model will be adopted.