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May 24, 2026

Kusan: City of Wolves Launches For PC and Consoles on July 30

CIRCLEfromDOT, in collaboration with PQube, has announced that Kusan: City of Wolves will be released on July 30, 2026. The game features 54 stages with skill-based challenges, dynamic boss encounters, and extensive weapon customization. Players will control Jin, an ex-soldier, in a neo-noir pixel-art metropolis. The soundtrack is by hip-hop artist Loptimist, and the narrative is presented through comic-panel cutscenes. The game emphasizes fast-paced action and a gripping story.

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May 21, 2026

Space Marine 2 is shadowdropping a free campaign mission and giving Siege Mode progression some much-needed love

Space Marine 2 has launched a significant update called the Purgation Update, which includes a new free PvE Operation, an expanded Siege Mode, and new weapon and armor cosmetics. A free weekend trial is available from May 21 to May 25, allowing players to explore the game. The update features a new PvE mission in the Kadaku swamps, new enemies like the Hive Tyrant and Mutalith Vortex Beast, and introduces the Bolt Carbine Sidearm. A practice area aboard the Battle-Barge is available for players to test the new weapon. The update coincides with the Warhammer Skulls event and includes access to initial campaign missions and all PvP modes during the trial. A patch with balance changes for PvP gameplay is also set to go live on May 21.

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May 21, 2026

Embark finally pulls back the curtain on Arc Raiders’ matchmaking systems

Arc Raiders is clarifying its matchmaking system, emphasizing that it is not limited to a binary division between PvP and PvE, but operates on a spectrum that embraces unpredictability. Players are not confined to specific lobbies, allowing for a more authentic gaming experience. The matchmaking system adapts to individual playstyles, aiming to pair players with compatible approaches to reduce friction and enhance enjoyment. Isolated acts of aggression do not significantly impact a player's reputation, and loadouts do not influence matchmaking. Upcoming changes will allow players to defend themselves without being penalized for engaging in combat, promoting a richer social interaction experience.

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May 21, 2026

Mortal Sin is my favorite roguelite you haven’t played, and it’s a steal in this Steam key bundle

Mortal Sin is an indie roguelite game that combines elements from titles like Dark Messiah, Warhammer: Vermintide, Roboquest, and Hades. It features a visceral landscape filled with gore and a variety of melee weapons, encouraging aggressive gameplay. Players can execute limb-severing combos and must manage weapon durability to survive. The game is currently available for .50 as part of the Prestige Collection XL Bundle from Fanatical, requiring the purchase of two games totaling .99.

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May 17, 2026

We Pick Minecraft’s 5 Best Updates Ever on Its 17th Anniversary

Minecraft has maintained its prominence for over 17 years due to a steady stream of updates that enhance gameplay and mechanics. Key updates include: - Minecraft 1.5 Redstone Update: Introduced components like hoppers, droppers, and redstone comparators, enabling automated systems for resource collection and item sorting, and introduced quartz blocks for architectural designs. - Minecraft 1.21 Tricky Trials: Released in 2024, this update focused on combat and replayability with Trial Chambers, introduced the Breeze enemy and the Minecraft Mace weapon, and added the Wind Burst enchantment for advanced Parkour maps. - Minecraft 1.14 Village and Pillage: Revitalized villages with unique architectural styles and specialized villager professions, introduced new workstation blocks, and added Pillagers and raid mechanics. - Minecraft 1.0 – Full Release: Marked the end of the beta phase, introduced brewing potions, enchanting, strongholds, and the End dimension, enhancing survival progression and gameplay experience. - Minecraft 1.16 Nether Update: Transformed the Nether dimension with new biomes like Crimson and Warped Forests, introduced Piglins for bartering, and shifted player focus towards acquiring Netherite gear. The Minecraft 1.16 Nether update is widely regarded as one of the best updates for its comprehensive transformation of the Nether dimension. The Elytra was introduced in Minecraft 1.9 Combat update, alongside End Cities and Shulkers.

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May 16, 2026

MercurySteam announces ‘difficult and painful’ job cuts as its God of War-inspired hack ‘n’ slash arrives on Steam

MercurySteam has announced a workforce adjustment following the launch of its game, Blades of Fire, on Steam. The game has faced commercial challenges, with its sales performance described as "underperformed," leading to an anticipated write-off of €8 million by its parent company, Digital Bros. Blades of Fire initially launched as an Epic Store exclusive but struggled against major titles and received mixed reviews, scoring 74. The recent Steam release includes a significant 2.0 update with new features such as a New Game Plus mode, a new difficulty level called Titanium, an arena system for boss battles, expanded death animations, and full Steam Deck support.

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May 16, 2026

Borderlands 4’s new tag-team superboss borrows a killer trick from Dark Souls’ Ornstein and Smough

Borderlands 4 will release update 1.7 on May 28, featuring a new raid boss encounter with two bosses named Subjugator and Thol the Invincible. Players will face these bosses in a tag-team combat style, with dynamic attacks as the battle progresses. Defeating one boss leads to a final confrontation with the survivor gaining a power boost. New rewards include the Pearlescent Ripper SMG, Jail-Broken Gatling, and four legendary items: Lockjaw assault rifle, Shammy Kablammy pistol, Flak Cannon heavy weapon, and Collector energy shield. Each Vault Hunter will receive a unique class mod. The update will also introduce a toggle for shared character progression. A 40% discount on the game is currently available on Steam. Version 1.8 is planned for late June, introducing a Takedown challenge and Bounty Pack 3 DLC.

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May 15, 2026

I was worried EverQuest Legends making me too OP would ruin the magic of the classic MMO, but crushing hordes of frogloks is incredibly satisfying

EverQuest Legends allows players to equip characters with three distinct classes. Players can enhance duplicate items through an item merging system, increasing their power and stats. The game features a difficulty adjustment for zones, which strengthens monsters and improves item drops. Players can swap loadouts in towns, with character levels defaulting to the lowest equipped class while retaining alternate advancement points and gear. The item merge system enables customization by allowing players to extract abilities from one item to another. The game is designed to be accessible for new players while still appealing to veterans, with classic zones and modern quality-of-life features. The beta phase is ongoing, with major systems like raid instancing being developed. The official launch is scheduled for July.

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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.

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May 12, 2026

PUBG is removing several weapons from the game, and you could be due compensation

Players who owned QBU skins between 2020 and 2026 may be eligible for compensation as PUBG is set to remove several weapons, including the QBU and Mosin Nagant, from the game. The compensation will include in-game currencies such as BP, Credits, and G-Coins based on the skins possessed. For instance, the Seabeast Mosin Nagant skin will yield 200 G-Coins, while the Firestarter QBU skin will reward 1,490 G-Coins. The update also introduces a new Payday game mode and aims to streamline weapon offerings by removing underutilized guns.