Raw might alone will not mend this fractured world, and the fleeting allegiances that remain in the Lands Between must be called upon. Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. has released a new Gameplay Showcase video for ELDEN RING™ Tarnished Edition, ahead of the game’s August 28 arrival on Nintendo Switch™2, showcasing how players can build their Tarnished, summon spirits to swing the course of a battle, and join others to take on unimaginable odds.
View the ELDEN RING Tarnished Edition Gameplay Showcase trailer here:
ELDEN RING Tarnished Edition, the open world action RPG from FromSoftware Inc. and Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc., is now available for preorder on Nintendo Switch 2. The game invites Nintendo players to enter the Lands Between and the Realm of Shadow, bringing the original game that received more than 400 “Game of the Year” nominations to the console.
ELDEN RING Tarnished Edition will include the acclaimed expansion Shadow of the Erdtree, featuring an epic new adventure expanding on the story of the original. The title also features brand new content including two new Starting Classes for players to choose along with new character armor and the ability to customize Torrent, their in-game mount. The new content will also be available to purchase for ELDEN RING on PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, XBOX One, XBOX Series X|S, and PC via Steam®. For more information and to preorder the game, visit https://en.bandainamcoent.eu/elden-ring/elden-ring-tarnished-edition.
Team GRIT, a game development and publishing studio established by industry veterans that previously created Planetary Annihilation, Monday Night Combat and more, today launched GRIT on Steam, a third-person Wild West Battle Royale where gunslingers must shoot it out against up to 99 other opponents to catch the last train out of town.
Players can now fully experience this western-themed showdown with plenty of new gameplay improvements and updates. Weapons, controls, maps, movement, riding your trusty stead, customization, and more have all been updated in this release for players to live out their western adventures.
GRIT features:
Your Inventory Is Your Hand
Four weapon slots. Every gun that goes into one carries a rank and suit. The higher the rank, the better the gun. Get two of the same suit and a perk turns on. Four of the same suit makes you something the rest of the lobby has to plan around.
Play the Hand You’re Dealt
Diamonds — The Tracker. Nobody gets to hide. Put a round in someone and he stays lit up for your whole posse; commit all the way and anyone who shoots at you gives himself away doing it.
Hearts — The Chaplain. Everything that keeps people alive happens quicker around you. Go all in and your remedies carry to whoever’s standing close, and the men you revive come back stronger.
Spades — The Merchant. Armor is a suggestion. Your lead goes through what other men are counting on, and a full hand cuts the whole posse in on the trade.
Clubs — The Cavalry. The horse isn’t how you get to the fight, it’s how you win it. Faster, tougher, and eventually something nobody can put down — while you haul teammates back up at a gallop and shoot straighter from the saddle than most men manage on foot.
Duel Your Way Back
Getting gunned down isn’t the end of your match. It’s a Second Chance — a 1v1 quick-draw showdown for the right to ride back in.
Ride Like You Stole It
Multiple speeds, shooting on the move, and saddlebags for everything you can’t carry yourself.
Every Bullet Has to Travel
Nothing here is hitscan. Lead your target, read the drop, respect the distance.
Ride the Rails
The Calamity is the storm that eats the map, and it closes whether you’re ready or not.The train keeps rolling through it. Board it for the loot, stay aboard to hold position inside the ring, and throw off everyone else who had the same idea.
No Two Matches Deal the Same Hand
Every match deals three Wildcards off a deck of twenty before a shot is fired. The Calamity might chase the train instead of closing on a circle. Second Chances might be off the table entirely. The Deathcart might be stocked with something it has no business selling.
Solo, Duos, and Posses
100 players a match, around 25 minutes a round. Suit perks spill onto your teammates, so a posse that coordinates its hands beats one that doesn’t. It’s still every posse for itself.
The CattlePass
A hundred levels of weapon skins, horse skins, parachutes, outfits, flare, and titles — and the first CattlePass comes with the game
Paradox Arc, the publishing label of Paradox Interactive, today announced a publishing partnership with Blue Isle Studios for their survival-crafting creature collector adventure game Guardians of the Wild Sky. Set to release in Steam Early Access next year, Guardians of the Wild Sky invites players to sail through the skies on their trusty airship and explore a massive world with unique floating biomes that teem with life, hidden treasures, and dangerous creatures.
Developed by Blue Isle Studios, creators of Slender: The Arrival, Valley, and Citadel: Forged with Fire, Guardians of the Wild Sky challenges players to survive, build, craft, explore and capture creatures in a vast magical world in the skies. Playable solo offline or cooperatively with up to four other adventurers, players capture and befriend elemental magical companions known as Guardians. Possessing unique abilities and traits, these extraordinary creatures help players navigate the skies, from supporting their base or airship crew to fighting alongside them in combat.
With a deep crafting system and mod support available from day one, players can design and build near-limitless creations, from cozy cottages and flying castles to the mightiest vessels of war. From there, they will set out into a living, breathing world filled with dynamic environments and climates, diverse wildlife, unique landmarks, and treacherous foes, where every adventure brings new discoveries and challenges.
“We’ve spent years building Guardians of the Wild Sky into the game we’ve always wanted it to be, and partnering with Paradox gives us the opportunity to take that vision even further,” said Alex Tintor, Co-Founder at Blue Isle Studios. “They understand how to work closely with the community, share our ambition for where it can go, and bring the experience and resources to help us deliver something truly exceptional. For a small team like ours, this partnership is a huge milestone, and we couldn’t be more excited about what comes next.”
“Guardians of the Wild Sky is shaping up to become something truly special, built by a fantastic team that shares our passion for creating lasting games with endless replayability,” said Denis Komatina, Business Developer at Paradox Arc. “The feedback from players has been strong so far, and we look forward to working with Blue Isle Studios to build on that momentum ahead of the game’s planned early access launch next year.”
Guardians of the Wild Sky is set to release on Steam Early Access next year. The game’s demo was one of the most played during Steam Next Fest in February 2026, helping it reach more than 450,000 wishlists to date.
During D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event 2026, SQUARE ENIX and Disney & Pixar Games announced that the highly anticipated action-RPG KINGDOM HEARTS IV will release in late 2027 with a new trailer debuting at the Disney Entertainment Showcase, revealing the new in-game world inspired by Disney and Pixar’s Coco. Alongside this announcement, it was announced that ‘Kingdom Hearts’ (working title), an original anime series for Disney Channel and Disney+, is in development in collaboration with Tetsuya Nomura and the creative team at SQUARE ENIX
A panel during D23 titled DEEP DIVE into KINGDOM HEARTS commemorated 25 years of the franchise, discussing how the saga united Disney, Pixar, and SQUARE ENIX, with insights from the creative minds, character voice talent and more. The panel was livestreamed to audiences around the world and unveiled an extended trailer of KINGDOM HEARTS IV for fans to enjoy.
KINGDOM HEARTS IV follows protagonist Sora and some familiar characters as they journey though the mysterious city of Quadratum, where dark creatures known as the Heartless are causing havoc. In the next chapter of the beloved series, Sora will once again journey to various worlds inspired by Disney and Pixar, where new figures cross his path and new powers awaken.
This new trailer revealed a plethora of new information about KINGDOM HEARTS IV, including the return of familiar faces like Sora’s friends Donald Duck and Goofy. Fans will be able to play as Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy as they seek to uncover information about Sora’s whereabouts.
KINGDOM HEARTS IV will be available for Nintendo Switch™ 2, PlayStation®5, XBOX Series X|S and PC in late 2027 and is available to wish list now. For more information, visit: https://www.kingdomhearts.com/
AMEO Prod and BAFTA-nominated composer Olivier Derivière (A Plague Tale : Innocence & Requiem, South of Midnight, Dying Light 2, Assassin’s Creed Black Flag – Freedom Cry) will release the original soundtrack for Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy via digital download and music streaming services, including Spotify, YouTube, Apple Music and Bandcamp, on August 17. Stream/download the album here.
An original story and prequel to the award-winning A Plague Tale games created by Asobo Studio, the story of Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy follows the young and fierce Sophia as she journeys to the Minotaur’s Island, outsmarts deadly foes, unravels ancient secrets, and confronts a mythical creature at the heart of a devastating curse. Renowned for his thrilling, distinctive and dynamic soundtracks recognized by Billboard, Classic FM, MTV and The New York Times, Derivière commissioned and recorded globally celebrated native musicians in Cyprus, Greece and other international A-list musical talent to bring to life his unique, emotional soundtrack enhancing the game’s deep narrative and mythological journey.
“I feel incredibly privileged to be working on games like Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, as they allow me to explore music and emotion in a truly unique way,” says composer Olivier Derivière. “The entire soundtrack is a musical journey, moving between an intimate human story and a mystical enigma. The structure of the OST mirrors the structure of the game and, I believe, can also be experienced as a complete journey on its own. While there is a narrative woven throughout, it is the music’s spiritual dimension that guided me the most throughout its creation.”
The world-class native ensembles of virtuoso musicians and vocalists Derivière assembled for Resonance features The Amalgamation Choir, a unique Cypriot-Greek choir comprising 20 female vocalists led by the renowned Vasiliki Anastasiou; famed Cypriot soloists Anastasiou and Giorgos Kalogirou as well as Yaylı tambur and rebab (bowed string instruments) performed by Evgenios Voulgaris, Carnyx performed by Samuel Meric, Bouzouki / guitar performed by Giani Caserotto, and cello by Deriviere’s long-time collaborator, Eric-Maria Couturier (A Plague Tale: Innocence and A Plague Tale: Requiem).
Derivière adds, “I couldn’t be more grateful to all the musicians involved, who brought so much of their own culture, artistry, and personality to the score. More than just a soundtrack, this album is an invitation to experience a unique interpretation of some of the oldest Greek myths.”
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, published by Focus Entertainment, launches August 27th, 2026 on PC, PS5, Xbox Game Pass, and Xbox Series X|S. The Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Original Soundtrack is available to stream and download here: https://push.fm/ps/9njwiivh.
Take command, Captain. Deck & Conn, the turn-based space tactics game inspired by classic computer games and Cold War naval warfare, will launch for PC via Steam on September 1, 2026.
Set in a future imagined through the technology of 1989, Deck & Conn places players aboard a nuclear-powered corvette fighting an endless war among the stars. Read coded orders, interpret incomplete sensor reports, allocate limited power, manage the ship and its crew, and make tactical decisions through an array of authentic retro terminals and instruments.
A new release date teaser offers a fresh look at the game’s distinctive low-tech vision of space warfare, where victory depends not on reflexes, but on information, preparation, and command.
KEY FEATURES
Command from the captain’s chair – Navigate sectors, identify unknown contacts, select targets, load weapons, and issue orders through detailed shipboard interfaces.
Keep the ship operational – Balance reactor output, batteries, fuel, sensors, communications, propulsion, weapons, and other essential systems with limited resources.
Fight through a dynamic campaign – Undertake war patrols, respond to distress calls, receive priority orders from HQ, and shape the continuing history of your ship.
Manage your vessel and crew – Promote crew members, improve the corvette, and prepare both for increasingly dangerous assignments.
Choose how to engage – Track hostile vessels, target critical systems, and decide whether enemy ships should be captured or destroyed.
Take on standalone scenarios – Test your command abilities in individual combat engagements outside the main campaign.
Experience a retro future – Explore a richly atmospheric world of pixel art, CRT displays, coded communications, military bureaucracy, and Cold War technology carried into space.
Deck & Conn launches for PC via Steam on September 1, 2026. Watch the new teaser and wishlist the game today.
Meridiem is pleased to announce that Observer System Redux – Limited Edition will arrive physically for Nintendo Switch 2 on November 13th, 2026. Developed by Bloober Team, Observer System Redux is a first-person cyberpunk horror detective story set in a decaying, neon-scarred future.
Meridiem is responsible for designing and manufacturing of Observer System Redux- Limited Edition for Nintendo Switch 2 and will include a copy of the game, a special case, a lenticular 3D postcard, in-game ads cards and digital content!
The year is 2084. The future has turned out much darker than anyone could imagine. First, there was the Nanophage. A digital plague that killed thousands upon thousands of those who chose to augment their minds and bodies. Then came the War, leaving both the West and the East decimated and shattered. With no one left to seize power, corporations took over and forged their own crooked empires.
You are an Observer – a tool of corporate oppression. Feared and despised, you hack into the darkest corners of your suspects’ minds. You creep into their dreams, expose their fears, and extract whatever your investigation may require.
In this sci-fi tale crafted by Bloober Team – the modern-day masters of horror, prepare to experience a dystopian future where not even your innermost thoughts are safe.
EA has revealed a brand-new trailer for Star Wars Zero Company, the single-player turn-based tactics game developed by Bit Reactor in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games.
Watch the action-packed launch trailer to witness what’s at stake for Zero Company in this gritty, cinematic tale set in the twilight of the Clone Wars.
Star Wars Zero Company will release August 27, 2026 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Pre-orders are available on all platforms. Pre-orders are available on all platforms. The Standard Edition is available for $49.99 SRP on PC and $59.99 SRP on PlayStation 5 and XBOX. The Deluxe Edition is available for $59.99 SRP on PC and $69.99 on consoles. The Collector’s Edition is available for $299.99 SRP and features a Star Wars Zero Company-themed Hasbro Black Series Thermal Detonator, Steelbook, Desk Mat and more.
Alongside the game’s launch, the soundtrack for Star Wars Zero Company, featuring an original score by GRAMMY® award-winning composer Gordy Haab, will be released August 27 via Walt Disney Records.
Ubisoft revealed Rainbow Six Siege Year 11 Season 3 content at the Esports World Cup in Paris, France. Continuing Year 11’s ambition of reaffirming the game’s competitive identity, Operation Split Fire is a high-stakes season focused on skill, mastery, and fair competition. Player feedback is once again at the center of this update, as Season 3 premieres the latest addition to the defender roster, balancing for Kali, Dokkaebi, and others, a new event and a 3v3 Arcade mode, both available for a limited time, a brand-new ranked playlist for those aiming for the highest heights, and more!
At the core of Operation Split Fire is Noor, hailing from Egypt, brings a new layer of counterplay to the fight, creating fresh challenges for shield Operators. Armed with the Horus Lance Launcher, Noor creates pressure through walls, floors, ceilings, and shields while unlocking new tactical possibilities for defenders. This new defender will be equipped with a primary weapon of either the Commando-9 or the Alda 5.56, and a TACOPS 1911 or Bailiff 410 as a secondary weapon. To help prepare for the oncoming assault, Noor is equipped with barbed wires or a deployable, allowing him to fortify positions and operate from relative safety. A formidable counter to shield Operators, Noor is a force to be reckoned with for shield players and obligates them to rethink their approach while giving defenders a powerful new tool for area denial, plant denial, and creative tactical plays.
In addition to these updates, Kali is receiving adjustments to her CSRX 300 aimed to make her a little more agile and responsive to play. Her CSRX 300 now has 2 brand-new magnification options: 3.5x and 8x, allowing her to remain precise at short range without being hindered by excessive zoom. The weapon’s pump time has also been reduced, its magazine capacity increased. Additionally, activating her LV Explosive Lance will no longer interrupt her ADS or leaning distance, allowing her to hold angles more proactively. Alongside Kali, Dokkaebi is receiving further adjustments to her Jegeo Payload and loadout to encourage more deliberate and coordinated gameplay. The Jegeo Payload will now require a continuous connection to complete the upload process, which can be interrupted, creating new opportunities for IQ, Mute and Solis. Her impact EMP grenades have been replaced by breach charges, helping us define her role more clearly going forward. Lion, Echo and Kapkan will also receive minor changes as part of the first major balancing update of the season. Lion’s Scan warning time has been reduced, Echo’s Sonic Burst now recharges more quickly, Kapkan’s trap damage has been increased from 60 to 62 HP, and Claymore’s damage increased from 150 to 155HP.
With Season 3, players will also get their first targeted map update, with Villa taking center stage. The underutilized Living Room/Library site has been moved to the basement, supported by permanent map layout changes designed to create viable alternative objectives and diversify defensive site selection. In addition to this Season 3 continues the Modernized Maps Initiative, bringing an improved look to more maps, such as Stadium Alpha, Stadium Bravo and House. The shooting range and Tutorials will also receive a visual update.
Finally, following the introduction and success of 1v1, Season 3 expands our Arcade offering with a new 3v3 mode. Built around smaller teams and faster-paced matches, it offers a fresh way to experience Siege while staying true to the tactical gameplay that defines the game. The mode offers a more accessible and flexible format while preserving the tactical gameplay that defines Siege. Following 3v3 Arcade, the Wasteland Circuit event will be premiered. This brand-new limited-time event transforms one of Siege’s most iconic gadgets into the star of the show, as players will race drones through custom-built tracks filled with obstacles, shortcuts, and high-speed challenges for a completely different Siege experience. Concluding the season’s Events, Doktor’s Curse will return for the Halloween season, with an extended roster of playable operators, as Mute, Grim and Hibana join their ranks.
The nightmare is far from over. Following a record-breaking debut, the HBO Original drama series IT: WELCOME TO DERRY has been officially renewed for a second season.
Produced by Warner Bros. Television and spearheaded by executive producers Andy and Barbara Muschietti, alongside showrunner Brad Caleb Kane, the eight-episode first season is currently streaming on HBO Max and ranks among the top four series premieres globally in the platform’s history.
A Critical Juggernaut
Expanding on the cinematic vision established in the blockbuster films IT and IT Chapter Two, the series has been a massive hit with critics. Variety hailed the first season as “a masterfully woven, intricate psychological horror,” while The New York Times praised Andy Muschietti’s direction for “serv[ing] up a perfect nightmare of mounting panic and terror.” Forbes and The Seattle Times similarly celebrated the show as “visually impressive” and “horrifically mesmerizing.”
“Continuing to explore and expand on the amazing world Stephen King created is an absolute privilege,” said Andy and Barbara Muschietti. “The support of our partners at HBO and Warner Bros. Television is priceless. Boy do we love our jobs!”
What to Expect in Season 2
While season one introduced viewers to a new era of Pennywise’s terror, the upcoming season will plunge audiences into the 1930s.
Set during the Great Depression in 1935, season two will center on the bloody massacre of the Bradley Gang—a group of bank robbers who make the fatal mistake of stopping in Derry to buy ammo, only to face unimaginable horror.
“We are excited to return to the chilling world of Derry and to further expand on Andy and Barbara Muschietti’s horrifically iconic adaptation,” said Sarah Aubrey, Head of HBO Max Original Programming. “Together with Brad Caleb Kane, they will break new ground in season two, deepening the terror, the mystery, and the unforgettable Pennywise lore that fans love to devour.”
Clancy Collins White, President of Creative Affairs at Warner Bros. Television, echoed the excitement: “We know IT: WELCOME TO DERRY will continue to captivate viewers with its spine-tingling new journey into the 1930s… We look forward to bringing fans back to the town of Derry to experience the next chapter and uncover even more of what lies beneath the surface.”
Season one of IT: WELCOME TO DERRY is currently available to stream on HBO Max.
