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Rockstar Games sets GTA 6 release for November 19 with $79.99 price, digital-only discs
Rockstar Games announced GTA 6 will launch on November 19, 2026, with pre-orders open since June 25 and physical copies as download codes.
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Nintendo releases Switch and Switch 2 system update 22.5.0 with new languages and eShop features
Nintendo released system update 22.5.0 for Switch and Switch 2 on June 15-16, 2026, adding language support and eShop improvements.
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Microsoft CEO Nadella says Xbox gaming not profitable after 25 years of investment
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella acknowledged Xbox has faced profitability challenges despite 25 years of investment and more monetization occurring on YouTube than Microsoft itself.
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Sony ends PC ports of PlayStation singleplayer exclusives, cutting ties with Chinese PC market
Sony has stopped porting singleplayer PlayStation exclusives to PC, shifting focus to PS5 exclusives and new content.
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Russia lifts Roblox ban after protests and platform’s child protection measures
Russia lifted its ban on the Roblox gaming platform following public complaints and new safety measures, officials said June 10-11, 2026.
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Final Fantasy VII Remake Trilogy Final Chapter 'Revelation' Set for Spring 2027 Release
Square Enix announced Final Fantasy VII: Revelation, the final remake trilogy chapter, will launch worldwide in spring 2027 on all platforms.
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The Elder Scrolls 6 progressing well; official reveal delayed for timing
Xbox's Matt Booty praised The Elder Scrolls 6 development but said the official reveal will wait for the right moment.
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Microsoft Xbox plans major layoffs and budget cuts in July amid profit decline
Microsoft’s Xbox division plans major layoffs and budget cuts in July 2026 after fiscal year ends June 30.
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Nintendo unveils blue and light yellow Joy-Con 2 controllers for July 23 release
Nintendo announced new blue and light yellow Joy-Con 2 controllers for Switch 2, launching July 23, 2026, priced at $99.99 in the US.
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Ubisoft to release final update for Assassin's Creed Shadows on June 16, 2026
Ubisoft will issue the last major update for Assassin's Creed Shadows on June 16, ending active content support for the game.
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Monster Hunter: World sales top 30 million units worldwide
Capcom's Monster Hunter: World has sold over 30 million copies globally, becoming the company's best-selling single title.
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Sega announces Crazy Taxi: World Tour for 2027 release on multiple platforms
Sega revealed Crazy Taxi: World Tour, a sequel to Crazy Taxi 3, coming in 2027 for PC, PS5, Switch 2, and Xbox Series X/S.
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Metro 2039 announced for February 2027 with new story and leaked early content
Metro 2039 will launch in February 2027 on XSX|S, PC, and PS5 with a story set 25 years after nuclear war featuring a new protagonist.
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Capcom Confirms Monster Hunter Wilds for Nintendo Switch 2 and New 2027 Expansion
Capcom confirmed Monster Hunter Wilds is in development for Nintendo Switch 2 and announced the Ascendance expansion set for 2027 release.
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Bandai Namco unveils Gundam Rogue Orbit game launching in 2027
Bandai Namco announced Gundam Rogue Orbit, a new action game releasing in 2027, at Summer Game Fest 2026.
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Valve updates Steam Store homepage with personalized game calendar and UI improvements
Valve rolled out a major update to the Steam Store homepage featuring a personalized game release calendar and refreshed user interface today.
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Xbox CEO Asha Sharma outlines selective exclusives approach to platform growth
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma said Xbox will balance exclusive content with broad game availability to grow its platform.
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Epic Games Store offers free Rogue Waters and Songs of Conquest from June 4 to 11, 2026
Epic Games Store is giving away Rogue Waters and Songs of Conquest free from June 4 through June 11, 2026.
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Valve founder Gabe Newell denies Steam monopoly amid antitrust lawsuit
Valve founder Gabe Newell testified denying Steam holds a monopoly and restricts third-party pricing amid an ongoing lawsuit.
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AMD launches Radeon RX 9070 GRE globally at $549 targeting 1440p gaming
AMD released the Radeon RX 9070 GRE worldwide in May 2026, priced at $549 for 1440p gamers.
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Sony hosts June 2026 PlayStation State of Play with Marvel's Wolverine gameplay reveal
Sony held its June 2 PlayStation State of Play livestream featuring new games including Marvel's Wolverine, reaching over 3 million viewers.
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Valve Steam Machine expected to launch by mid-2026 with ~$1000 price
Valve plans to release the Steam Machine by June 2026 with an estimated price of $1000, though no official date or pricing is confirmed.
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Epic CEO Tim Sweeney Criticizes Steam Deck Price Hike, Cites Valve Founder’s Yacht
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney criticized Valve’s Steam Deck price increase, blaming component costs and Valve founder Gabe Newell’s $500 million yacht.
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Ubisoft to release Rayman Legends Remake 'Retold' on October 1, 2026
Ubisoft is developing Rayman Legends Retold, a remake set to launch worldwide on October 1, 2026, featuring new 3D sections and online co-op.