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July 2
- Phanteks unveils compact and affordable XT M3 PC case➀ Phanteks has launched the XT M3, a compact and affordable micro-ATX case designed for gamers and PC builders; ➁ The case features toolless side panels, impressive internal capacity, and support for up to nine fans; ➂ It includes a front I/O panel with USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 and USB-A 3.0 ports, and is available in black and white finishes.
- July’s Humble Choice line-up includes Cat Quest 3; Warhammer 40k: Rogue Trader and more➀ The July Humble Choice lineup includes 8 titles such as Cat Quest 3, Death's Door, and Wizard with a Gun; ➁ The lineup features a variety of indie experiences; ➂ Humble recently increased the subscription price for its Choice service.
- Marvel Rivals Season 3 brings new heroes, customisation overhaul and much more➀ Marvel Rivals Season 3 is set to bring new heroes, customization overhaul, and more; ➁ The update includes cinematic teaser trailer and expanded details through a dev vlog; ➂ Season 3 will introduce 3 new characters, with the possibility of more to come.
- Phasmophobia hits new sales milestone with over 25 million copies sold➀ Phasmophobia has sold over 25 million copies; ➁ The game was released in Early Access in 2020 and has continued to improve; ➂ The console version launched in October 2022, selling over 1 million units in its first month.
- Red Dead Online gets surprise update after 3 years of silence➀ Red Dead Online receives its first update in 3 years with the surprise release of 'Strange Tales of the West'; ➁ The update introduces four new Telegram Missions themed around different genres; ➂ The update is listed as 'Volume 1', hinting at more to come; ➃ The surprise update is seen as a sign that a Red Dead Redemption 2 remaster might be in the works.
July 1
- Nvidia rolls out new Game Ready driver with support for RTX 5050 and new DLSS 4 titles➀ Nvidia has released a new Game Ready driver supporting RTX 5050 and new DLSS 4 titles; ➁ The driver supports updates for Mecha BREAK, Diablo 4, and Monster Hunter Wilds; ➂ It is the first driver to support the newly launched RTX 5050 GPU for desktops and laptops.
- Hellblade 2 Enhanced Edition brings higher graphics settings to PC➀ Ninja Theory has been working on improvements for Hellblade 2 since its launch a year ago; ➁ The Enhanced Edition includes updates like 60FPS performance mode and new 'Very High' graphics settings; ➂ The game will also be available on PS5 for the first time.
- EA Sports is finally returning to Basketball➀ EA Sports宣布回归篮球游戏市场；➁ 自从2009年以来，EA首次推出NCAA篮球游戏；➂ EA Sports将与美国Take Two合作开发大学篮球游戏。
- Windows 11 is getting a major feature update soon➀ Windows 11 version 25H2 is set to be the next major update, leveraging the same core platform as 24H2 for a streamlined transition. ➁ New features will be introduced progressively, initially in a disabled state, and activated via monthly updates. ➂ The update is expected to be released between September and October 2025, coinciding with the end of support for Windows 10.
- Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 confirmed to be getting second year of support➀ Saber has confirmed a second year of support for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, including free and DLC content; ➁ The team has announced a new yearly season pass with new PvE missions, enemies, and weapons; ➂ The previously planned PvP mode will be included in the big 10.0 patch, set to release in September.
- Halo Studios teases upcoming announcement planned for October➀ Since 343 Industries took over the Halo franchise, fans have been disappointed with the sequels, culminating in 2021's Halo Infinite; ➁ 343i announced rebranding to Halo Studios and switching to Unreal Engine 5; ➂ Halo Studios teased their first big announcement for October, involving the Halo World Championship and more details on their projects.
- Ace Combat celebrates 30th anniversary; teasing its next game➀ The Ace Combat series celebrates its 30th anniversary; ➁ The team is preparing for the next game; ➂ The director Kazutoki Kono teases new developments.
- Microsoft Game Studios founding member claims “Xbox has no desire” to ship hardware➀ Microsoft Game Studios founding member claims 'Xbox has no desire' to ship hardware; ➁ Laura Fryer, a founding member of Microsoft Games Studios, expresses her concerns about the future of Xbox; ➂ Fryer suggests that Xbox's focus is shifting towards Game Pass and away from hardware development.
June 30
- What new games will be shown at the Bandai Namco 2025 showcase?➀ Bandai Namco is hosting a showcase on July 2nd to showcase its upcoming games; ➁ The showcase will feature a gameplay deep dive for Digimon Story Time Stranger and updates for games like Bleach: Rebirth of Souls and TEKKEN 8; ➂ New trailers for Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree, Code Vein 2, and other titles like Little Nightmares 3 will be shown.
- Assassin’s Creed Black Flag voice actor teases upcoming remake➀ The voice actor for Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag hints at the upcoming remake; ➁ The game was first mentioned in 2023 and is now in early development stages; ➃ Despite starting later than other remakes, it may release before the Prince of Persia or Splinter Cell remakes.
- Nvidia DLSS transformer model uses 20% less VRAM with latest update➀ Nvidia has released a new DLSS SDK with significant VRAM improvements; ➁ The Transformer model in version 310.3.0 uses 20% less VRAM than the previous beta version; ➂ VRAM usage reduction is consistent across different resolutions, up to 8K.
- There are “currently no plans” for a Sonic Adventure Remake➀ The Sonic Adventure series is a celebrated title in the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise, but there are currently no plans for a remake. ➁ Takashi Iizuka, head of Sonic Team, explains that remaking the series would require as much time and energy as creating a new title. ➂ Despite past interest in remaking the series, Iizuka now suggests focusing on new titles instead.
- Don’t expect Borderlands 4 to be heavily discounted for years, claims Gearbox CEO➀ Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford warns fans not to expect significant discounts for Borderlands 4 in the near future; ➁ He points out that major sales for Borderlands 3 took over 5 years from its launch; ➂ Pitchford suggests that similar discounts for Borderlands 4 are unlikely to happen soon.
- Despite Steam policies, some games still aren’t disclosing their use of Generative AI➀ Generative AI has become a significant topic in the video game industry; ➁ Despite Steam's policy, some games like 'The Alters' have used GenAI without disclosure; ➂ The use of GenAI in 'The Alters' includes AI-generated text and Brazilian subtitles.
- Bandai Namco announces Summer games Showcase➀ Bandai Namco has announced their official Summer Showcase; ➁ The event will feature a new game reveal from MY HERO ACADEMIA, new trailers, and more; ➂ The showcase is scheduled for July 2 at 8PM UK Time; ➃ The event will also include titles like Code Vein II, The Blood of Dawnwalker, and more.
- KitGuru Games: Why Sony Buying Warner Bros. Would Make Perfect Sense➀ Warner Bros. has struggled with its gaming division in recent years, leading to speculation about Sony's interest in acquiring parts of WBD. ➁ Sony's acquisition could benefit the industry by leveraging WBD's IPs and studios. ➂ The potential deal includes WBD's streaming services, IPs, and gaming assets, which could align well with Sony's strategy.
- Sudokoo SK700V CPU Cooler Review➀ Sudokoo SK700V is a new single tower seven heat pipe cooler designed for AMD AM5 platforms; ➁ It features a quad segmented LCD screen and is compatible with RAM; ➂ The cooler has a maximum heat dissipating power of up to 220W and comes with a 5-year warranty.
June 29
- DayZ is getting a new expansion in 2026➀ Bohemia Interactive has announced the next major expansion for DayZ, titled 'Badlands', set to release in 2026; ➁ The expansion introduces a new desert map called Nasdara Province, with harsh desert conditions and new survival challenges; ➂ Players will face new and adapted variants of the infected, and the expansion is confirmed for release in 2026.
- Cooler Master introduces the NR200P V3 and MasterBox CM695➀ Cooler Master introduces two new PC cases, the NR200P V3 and Masterbox CM695; ➁ The NR200P V3 features a redesigned side panel for better GPU cooling and tool-free assembly; ➂ The Masterbox CM695 has a 'Classic Odd Design' with a 5.25-inch drive bay and modern cable management.
- An Elder Scrolls 6 trailer has reportedly been seen by Microsoft employees➀ A rumour suggests that an Elder Scrolls 6 trailer has been seen by Microsoft employees; ➁ The Xbox Games Showcase did not mention The Elder Scrolls 6, but Bethesda is making progress on the game; ➂ The trailer is likely an internal one for communication purposes, and no official announcement has been made yet.
- Battlefield 6 multiplayer gameplay leaks➀ The latest leak reveals new gameplay footage of Battlefield 6's multiplayer mode, specifically focusing on the fan-favorite Rush game mode. The footage is from a pre-alpha version and may not represent the final game. ➁ The leak originated from Bilibili and was later found on various subreddits. ➂ EA is expected to officially reveal Battlefield 6 before Gamescom in August, with no final release date yet set for before the end of the fiscal year.
- Helldivers 2 update brings ‘review bomb’ cape to all players➀ Helldivers 2 received a positive launch but faced a negative review bombing campaign; ➁ Sony's new policy required a PSN account for PC games, causing backlash; ➂ Arrowhead reversed the policy and commemorated the community's effort with a 'review bomb' cape.
- Nintendo adds Super Mario Strikers to Switch 2 GameCube library➀ Nintendo has added Super Mario Strikers to the GameCube library on Switch 2; ➁ The game was first released on GameCube in 2005 and features 5v5 football matches with Mario characters; ➂ Other GameCube classics are expected to be added to the Switch 2 library.
- Resident Evil 9 devs confirm cancelled multiplayer plans➀ Resident Evil Requiem is set to release in early 2026; ➁ Developers initially considered online multiplayer but decided against it due to fan preferences; ➂ The game will be a single-player experience on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
June 27
- Ark 2 may not get Early Access launch until 2027➀ Ark 2's release date has been delayed again, now targeting a 2027 debut; ➁ Studio Wildcard is focusing on Ark Survival Ascended, which has allowed them to gain a deeper understanding of Unreal Engine 5; ➂ The development of Ark 2 is currently on hold, with only a small portion of the team working on combat mechanics.