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Meccha Chameleon ranks second behind Fortnite in PC revenue for June
AppWizard
July 24, 2026

Meccha Chameleon ranks second behind Fortnite in PC revenue for June

Meccha Chameleon achieved the second-highest revenue for PC titles in June, selling over 15 million copies since its launch on June 10. It debuted at No. 6 on Newzoo's PC engagement charts. Other notable sales figures include Lethal Company with over 10 million units in its first six months and Fall Guys reaching seven million in one month. In life simulation games, Paralives ranked No. 7, while Dead by Daylight climbed to No. 10. Grand Theft Auto 6 became the highest-grossing console title based on pre-orders, generating an estimated 0 million globally. The engagement rankings showed minimal fluctuations, with established titles like Fortnite and Counter-Strike 2 maintaining larger player bases than recent releases. Grounded climbed over 250 places to No. 16 on the console engagement charts after its PlayStation Plus release. The Top 20 PC games by revenue in June included Fortnite, Meccha Chameleon, and Counter-Strike 2 & Go, while the Top 20 console games featured Fortnite, EA Sports FC 26, and NBA 2K26.
Roughly 192 Subnautica 2 players have drowned every minute since launch
AppWizard
July 12, 2026

Roughly 192 Subnautica 2 players have drowned every minute since launch

Players of Subnautica 2 have collectively logged over 58 million hours of gameplay in under two months since its early access launch. During this time, players have recorded a staggering number of drownings, exceeding the average annual unintentional drowning deaths in the United States (4,083) by a factor of 3,829. Many players are equipped with oxygen tanks and exploring areas with breathable oxygen bubbles.
Steam has raked in an estimated $11.1 billion gross revenue so far this year, says market analyst—its 'biggest-ever six months'
AppWizard
July 11, 2026

Steam has raked in an estimated $11.1 billion gross revenue so far this year, says market analyst—its ‘biggest-ever six months’

Steam generated .1 billion in gross revenue in the first half of 2026, a 14.5% increase from the same period in 2025. Since 2017, Steam's annual earnings have risen from .5 billion to an estimated billion in 2025. In 2026, only 21% of Steam's revenue came from games released that year, down from 29% in 2024. The top five new games generating the most income in 2026 are Forza Horizon 6, Resident Evil Requiem, Crimson Desert, Slay the Spire 2, and Subnautica 2.
Subnautica 2 celebrates 5 million copies sold ahead of Adaptive Measures, its first early access update
AppWizard
July 9, 2026

Subnautica 2 celebrates 5 million copies sold ahead of Adaptive Measures, its first early access update

Subnautica 2 has sold over 5 million copies, following its initial sales of 2 million within 12 hours and 4 million shortly after release. The game recently launched its first major update, version 1.1, which allows players to engage in lighthearted interactions with sea creatures, though they still cannot kill them. The update also improved base building mechanics, including better placement for the fabricator and the introduction of a dedicated storage structure.
Cracked version of Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced leaked days prior to official release despite Denuvo DRM protection — Denuvo unable to stop crackers, with some finding ways to completely remove it from other titles
AppWizard
July 8, 2026

Cracked version of Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced leaked days prior to official release despite Denuvo DRM protection — Denuvo unable to stop crackers, with some finding ways to completely remove it from other titles

The Denuvo anti-tamper technology has been bypassed in pre-release versions of Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, allowing unauthorized copies to circulate since June 7, 2026, ahead of its official launch on July 9, 2026. This incident follows similar leaks of major titles earlier in the year, including Forza Horizon 6, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, and Subnautica 2. Critics argue that Denuvo causes performance issues and intrusive online checks, raising doubts about its effectiveness and necessity in protecting single-player titles.
You still can't kill fish in Subnautica 2, but starting tomorrow you'll at least be able to 'stun' them
AppWizard
July 7, 2026

You still can’t kill fish in Subnautica 2, but starting tomorrow you’ll at least be able to ‘stun’ them

Subnautica 2 has sold over one million copies within its first hour and surpassed four million in a week. The game features aggressive alien creatures and implements a no-killing policy, removing the knife from gameplay. Modders have created a combat mod, but an official update (version 1.1) will introduce a stun system that allows players to deter aggressive fish using a sonic resonator. This update will include "stun states" for various creatures, enhancing gameplay while maintaining the game's focus on exploration and survival without violence.
Forza Horizon 6 Dethroned as #1 Selling Steam Game
AppWizard
June 20, 2026

Forza Horizon 6 Dethroned as #1 Selling Steam Game

Forza Horizon 6 has lost its position as the top-selling game on Steam to Meccha Chameleon, a hide-and-seek game released on June 9, which has sold five million copies in ten days. Meccha Chameleon is priced affordably and has an 85% approval rating from over 6,000 user reviews. The top five best-selling games between June 9 and June 16 are Meccha Chameleon, Forza Horizon 6, Path of Exile 2, EA Sports FC 26, and Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade. The rankings for positions six through ten include 007 First Light, Gothic Remake, Burglin’ Gnomes, Rust, and Voidling Bound. Titles in spots ten through twenty are Dead by Daylight, Resident Evil 4, Road to Empress II, Subnautica 2, Hearts of Iron IV, Paralives, Monster Hunter Wilds, Witchspire, Gamble With Your Friends, and Resident Evil Requiem.
Subnautica 2 promises to add 'one of the most requested' features, but sorry, it's not a knife you can stab fish with
AppWizard
June 4, 2026

Subnautica 2 promises to add ‘one of the most requested’ features, but sorry, it’s not a knife you can stab fish with

Subnautica 2 was launched last month and has received positive feedback from players and critics. The game is currently in its early access phase, with design lead Anthony Gallegos indicating that numerous updates and enhancements are planned. A beloved feature from the original Subnautica will return, while the ability to confront aggressive sea creatures is currently not included. Players can explore mods for alternative combat options with ocean inhabitants. The game is expected to evolve with new content and features.
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