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June 30, 2026

Minecraft Marketplace Summer Sale cuts prices on 300 in-game items

The Minecraft Marketplace Summer Sale offers discounts of up to 33% on over 300 select items, including add-ons, skins, texture packs, and adventures for Minecraft Bedrock Edition. The sale features items like the Biomes O’ Plenty add-on, which adds over 50 unique biomes, and the RealismCraft add-on, which enhances visuals with new mobs and weather effects. The Naturalist 26.1 add-on introduces realistic animals, while the Eternal End add-on reimagines the End Dimension with new biomes and items. The sale is live in the UK from June 30, 2023, at 6 PM BST until July 28, 2026, at 6 PM BST.

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June 29, 2026

This week in PC games: a new King’s Field-like RPG, an American Revolutionary War sim, and a dreaming megacity full of cool architecture

This week in gaming features a mix of nostalgia and innovation. "The Message from Deep Space" is a narrative set in the 1970s about translating signals from an asteroid, inspired by the Voyager Interstellar Record project. The arcade classic "Ninja Masters" returns on Steam with nine-player lobbies and rollback netcode. "Feed the Pit" invites players to explore cursed forests for sacrifices, while "Forgotten Blood" offers a dark journey through a valley with peculiar creatures. "Telluricene" is a visual novel with romantic choices involving a janitor and a plant creature. "Oblivion Maiden" is a dreamy mystery game, and "Cartesian Battle" teaches math through bullet trajectory challenges. "Cat Squeeze" is a lighthearted maze puzzler, and "Mosaic Garden" focuses on cultivating flower patterns. "Mycofall" is an early access bullet heaven adventure, while "Hollow Ground" offers a 90s-style action experience. "Laballatory" allows players to create Newton's Cradle toys, and "American Revolutionary War" is a turn-based wargame featuring strategic battles against George Washington. The RPS team is preparing for various topics, including insights on the Steam Machine and Tennocon.

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June 28, 2026

Spyro speedrunner says a PC port of the original game is in the works, and it’s being made with ‘no AI’

Spyro the Dragon has been remastered in the Spyro Reignited Trilogy, available on Steam. Developer Toys for Bob is working on a new game, Spyro: A Realm Beyond, set to release in 2027. A fan group is developing a PC port of the original Spyro the Dragon, with 88% of the game's functions and 58% of its bytecode decompiled. The port features 60FPS gameplay, true widescreen support, perspective correct textures, and no polygon wobble. It is being developed without AI, runs at 320FPS, and is still in early stages with some visual artifacts. The release of the port may come sooner than expected.

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June 4, 2026

Toy Story 2: Buzz Lightyear And More Classics Are Getting Remastered

Digital Eclipse is set to release a remastered collection titled Toy Story: Retro Roundup on October 15, featuring 11 games, including nine from the Toy Story series and two from A Bug’s Life, for consoles and PC. The collection includes titles such as Toy Story (1995), Toy Story 2: Buzz Lightyear to the Rescue! (1999), and A Bug’s Life (1998). Enhanced features will include improved rendering, gameplay rewind, and cheats, along with exclusive developer interviews and behind-the-scenes content. Additionally, Toy Story 3: Complete Edition will be released, offering updated visuals and new gameplay options. The collection will be available on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Switch, Switch 2, and PC, with a bundle option for most platforms. There will be no physical release for Xbox.

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June 4, 2026

I played 3 hours of the Rayman Legends 3D remake—and while I miss the 2D artstyle, boy is it still pretty

Rayman Legends, originally released in 2013, has a score of 90 and is being remade into Rayman Legends Retold, which features a transition from 2D to 3D graphics and introduces new gameplay elements. Developed by Ubisoft Milan and Montpellier, the remake aims to create a cohesive narrative with voice acting, cutscenes, and interconnected overworld maps. It includes a new sixth world called The Land of the Livid Dead, with fresh platforming abilities and dragon riding segments. The health system involves the Teensies, where each hit results in a Teensie being lost, which may frustrate completionists. The game is scheduled for release on October 1.

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June 3, 2026

I played 3 hours of the Rayman Legends 3D remake—and while I miss the 2D artstyle, boy is it still pretty

Rayman Legends Retold is a complete remake of the original 2013 platformer Rayman Legends, transitioning from 2D graphics to 3D worlds and introducing new features. The development teams at Ubisoft Milan and Montpellier are creating a more cohesive narrative with voice acting, cutscenes, and overworld maps. The game will feature a new sixth world called The Land of the Livid Dead, a fresh platforming power, and reimagined musical levels. The health system involves the Teensies, where taking damage results in a Teensie being sent into the void. Rayman Legends Retold is set to launch on October 1.

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May 25, 2026

The new game from the makers of Botanicula and Chuchel is like 1984 meets the Keystone Kops, but in a way that actually works

Phonopolis, developed by Amanita Design, was released last week and has received positive early impressions. The game features straightforward puzzles that resemble interactive toys, with a notable sequence involving evasion during a parade. It is inspired by the works of Karel Čapek and George Orwell, showcasing themes of class division, surveillance, and punishment. The soundtrack by Tomáš Dvořák contrasts the game's harsh environment with a gentle, dreamy lullaby. The game is described as having overt thematic elements, making it feel heavier and less joyful than previous titles like Machinarium and Botanicula. Phonopolis is available for purchase on Steam, Epic, and GOG for .49/£18/€19.79, with a collector's edition and a demo also offered on Steam.

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May 21, 2026

EOFY gaming deals 2026: PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox and PC gaming deals are coming soon – here’s what you need to know

As the end of the financial year approaches in 2026, Australian retailers are preparing for sales events to provide relief to consumers facing rising prices and a shortage of components due to advancements in artificial intelligence. The gaming sector has become less accessible, with the PlayStation 5 disc model now priced at AU9 (up from AU9 at launch) and the Nintendo Switch 2 set to rise to AU9.95 from its launch price of AU9.95. Retailers participating in the EOFY sales include: - Amazon: Deals on consoles, games, toys, and more. - Kogan: Savings on games, consoles, peripherals, and gaming accessories. - eBay: Coupons for discounts on peripherals and games. - Fanatical: Offers on Steam keys and bundle game packages. - Green Man Gaming: Selection of games for PC, Mac, and consoles. - HP: Direct sales of peripherals and gaming laptops. - JB Hi-Fi: Range of Nintendo, Xbox, and PlayStation consoles and games. - JW Computers: PC parts, peripherals, and monitors. - Lego: Various sets, including the Pac-Man Arcade. - Lenovo: Monitors and peripherals for gaming. - Mighty Ape: Collectibles and games. - Mwave: Controllers, gaming laptops, and monitors. - PB Tech: PC parts and accessories. - Razer: Peripherals and laptops.

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May 21, 2026

Valve moves to dismiss gambling lawsuit against Counter-Strike 2 cases

Valve is facing a lawsuit from New York Attorney General Letitia James, filed in February 2026, which claims that the sale of Cases in Counter-Strike 2 constitutes unregulated gambling aimed at underage players. The lawsuit seeks to stop Valve's promotion of these features and impose financial penalties. Valve argues that opening a Case is similar to purchasing randomized items, a common practice in collectibles, and is urging the court to dismiss the case. The Attorney General is seeking damages amounting to three times Valve's profits from Case sales and a ban on selling these items in New York. Additionally, Valve is involved in a separate lawsuit in the UK regarding competition restrictions imposed on publishers.

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May 15, 2026

New Crimson Desert update helps Kliff and Damiane punch better, and there are more replayable bosses to dropkick

The Crimson Desert update version 1.0.7 introduces several new features and enhancements, including expanded unarmed combat capabilities for characters Kliff and Damiane, new unarmed skills for Damiane, and new techniques for Kliff such as the Blinding Flash Finisher. The update allows players to encounter a broader array of mount types and re-encounter several bosses, adding five new boss encounters: Muskan, Corrupted Caliburn, Goyen, Draven, and Clockwork White Horn. Additionally, new wolf and bear types have been added as permanent mounts, along with extra reins for rideable creatures. Various bug fixes and tweaks have also been implemented.