Today, publisher PLAION and developer Voxler announced that Let’s Sing 2026 is bringing the karaoke party back again to living rooms and will be coming soon to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Celebrating 15 years of unforgettable karaoke moments, the Let’s Sing series returns with a fresh mix of chart-topping hits, brand-new features, and a more immersive singing experience. Whether you’re taking the spotlight solo or performing with friends, Let’s Sing 2026 offers an electrifying way to belt out your favorite tracks.
Grab your microphone, warm up your vocal cords, and get ready for the ultimate karaoke party in Let’s Sing 2026.
Today, Ubisoft announced The Crew™ Motorfest Season 7, a tribute to the rich heritage of European luxury and performance, headlined by Ferrari. Available on all platforms, this new season introduces an immersive Ferrari experience, new vehicles, and a deep dive into automotive history.
This season, the legendary Enzo Ferrari Museum makes its debut on the island of Maui, offering players a chance to explore Ferrari’s legacy firsthand. The museum becomes the centerpiece of the “Ferrari Supercars” Playlist, inspired by the current exhibition in Maranello, Italy. During the playlist players will have the chance to get behind the wheel of the latest creation of Ferrari: the F80, before having the chance to add it to their collection. Throughout the Playlist, players will be guided by Michele Pignatti Morano, Director of the Ferrari Museums, who will share exclusive insights on Ferrari’s history, design, and cultural influence. Completing the Playlist unlocks the Ferrari 288 GTO (Street Tier 2) as a special reward.
After a month dedicated to Ferrari, Season 7 of The Crew Motorfest will continue its tribute to European automotive heritage with the “Luxury Chronicles: Europe” Playlist, available starting August 6. In this new chapter, the Playlist chapters and weekly Main Stage events will be thematically aligned, each month highlighting a distinctive automotive style from French elegance to German precision and British heritage. From August to October, a new Playlist event will be released each week, for a total of 13 unique challenges, with up to 1 million bucks to be earned by completing them all.
17 new vehicles will be added to The Crew Motorfest during Season 7, bringing the total to 784 vehicles. Year 2 Pass holders will get early access to:
Ferrari F50 (Street Tier 2) July 2nd
Genty Automobile Akylone (Hypercar) August 6th
Audi R8 LMS GT2 (Racing) September 3rd
Triumph Rocket 3 R (Street Tier 2) October 1st
Ubisoft Ivory Tower also continues to enhance The Crew™ Motorfest based on community feedback, introducing new Quality of Life and Quality of Service updates in Season 7. The Fast Fav system has been completely redesigned for full customization, now including customizable slots for smoother vehicle switching. Players seeking a more immersive experience can activate the brand-new “Immersion Mode”, instantly removing HUD elements for seamless gameplay. Competitive racers will also benefit from enhanced Grand Race mode, featuring new gameplay modifiers, dynamic event formats, and the introduction of Spectator Mode with split-time tracking, offering a deeper level of strategy and competition.
With Ferrari leading the charge, Season 7 is a true celebration of European speed, style, and precision engineering. Players are invited to race, explore, and experience the legacy of the world’s most prestigious automotive brands in this thrilling new Motorfest chapter.
Dan Stevens has joined the upcoming sequel series “LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy – Pieces of the Past” as Solitus, a fallen Jedi who sought out access to Forcehold – a secret realm full of discarded pieces of the past.
The all-new LEGO Star Wars™ building set tied to the upcoming special “LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy – Pieces of the Past” will be available in retail stores starting August 1, 2025. The action will really heat up with the LEGO Star Wars: The Force Burner Snowspeeder building set (http://lego.com/the-force-burner-snowspeeder-75414), which features a new flame-decorated vehicle model with double cockpit, minifigures of the characters Sig Greebling, Darth Dev, and newcomer Solitus, detachable speeder bike model, rear stud shooter, and Lightsaber accessories for each included minifigure.
In the “LEGO Star Wars” animated sequel series, which is a continuation of the story that began in 2024 with “Rebuild the Galaxy,” a new threat rises in the galaxy, and Sig Greebling and Darth Dev must combine their powers of Force Building and Sith Breaking to stop it. Alongside Jedi Bob, Yesi Scala, and Servo, they will journey into the deepest corners of LEGO Star Wars lore, uncovering pieces of all the galaxies that have come before. Returning voice cast includes Gaten Matarazzo as Sig Greebling, Tony Revolori as Darth Dev, Bobby Moynihan as Jedi Bob, Marsai Martin as Yesi Scala, Michael Cusack as Servo, Ahmed Best as Darth Jar Jar, and a special guest appearance by Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker. The four-piece sequel series welcomes Dan Stevens as Solitus, Ashley Eckstein as LEGO BrickHeadz™ Ahsoka Tano, and Ben Schwartz as Jaxxon.
“LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy – Pieces of the Past” is written and executive produced by Dan Hernandez and Benji Samit, and the director is Chris Buckley. James Waugh, Jacqui Lopez, Josh Rimes, Jill Wilfert, Jason Cosler, and Keith Malone are executive producers. The producers are Daniel Cavey & Dan Langlois. Produced in collaboration with Atomic Cartoons.
Lucasfilm and the LEGO Group’s “LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy – Pieces of the Past” debuts on Disney+ on September 19, 2025.
The developers of the highly anticipated Vindictus: Defying Fate are thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of the game’s alpha test phase. Held from June 8 to June 16(PDT) during Steam Next Fest, the test gathered invaluable feedback and suggestions from players – insights that are now helping shape the future of Vindictus: Defying Fate as it moves toward launch.
The alpha drew over 400,000 players, securing the game a spot on Steam’s official “Next Fest: The 50 Most-Played Demos of the June 2025 Event” list. It also generated valuable feedback that will help refine future gameplay, balance and overall game experience. The Vindictus: Defying Fate team extends their sincere gratitude to the community for their time, enthusiasm, and insights. To connect with fans and share the gameplay experience, the team hosted a special two-hour Vindictus: Defying Fate gameplay preview stream during Steam Next Fest, featuring live commentary and in-depth gameplay straight from the game’s combat and monster designer.
Following the conclusion of the Alpha, the team has some exciting stats to share with the public that were gathered during the alpha test, including:
Total Players: 426,176
Blood Lord Defeated: 154,426 times
White Tyrant Defeated: 351,674 times
Countries Represented: 189
Total Playtime: 1,151,621 hours (equivalent to 131.46 years)
Total Monsters Defeated: 42,626,277
Total Player Defeats: 7,240,480
Defeats by Rolling Logs: 37,987
Deadliest Boss: Gnoll Chieftain Crimsongale
Delia was the most played character
Fiona was the most chosen follower
So what’s next? With the alpha phase complete, the team will focus on implementing player-driven improvements before the next test. In a recent development letter, the team has responded about some main points of feedback, including:
Performance Optimization: “While the goal of the alpha test was to identify performance bugs, we received feedback that performance was below standard, resulting in many players experiencing disruptions due to low frame rates and input delays. This feedback has become a top priority for the team, and we will work diligently to ensure a significant improvement optimization in the future.”
Combat Direction: “The team received a lot of feedback regarding the current state of combat, with many players stating that it felt restrictive and repetitive. In response, the team is working to shift the combat experience towards a more fluid and dynamic experience compared to what players experienced in the alpha build. This includes speeding up attack animations, improving the transition timing between actions and allowing players to chain attacks or react more intuitively even mid-interruption depending on the character’s mechanics. The aim is to encourage reactive, expressive combat that rewards player intuition and skill.
Hit Feedback: “We’re now working on improving camera shakes, effects, recoil feedback, and technical elements to enhance the feel of every hit, both when attacking and when getting hit.”
“In addition to these core issues, we’re also reviewing and adjusting various other features based on your feedback. Once again, thank you for participating in the alpha test and sharing your honest feedback. We always believe there’s room to improve, and that mindset drives us forward. We will continue to strive toward making a better game.”
You can read the full developer note with more details here.
Co-show organizers ReedPop and Penny Arcade reveal tabletop news for 2025’s PAX events, revealing the first list of tabletop exhibitors coming to PAX West 2025 from Friday, Aug. 29, to Monday, Sept. 1, in Seattle. As well, badges for PAX Unplugged 2025 go on sale Thursday, July 10, for the event taking place in Philadelphia from Friday, Nov. 21, through Sunday, Nov. 23.
Bandai brings its heavyweight franchises to the Seattle Convention Center at PAX West 2025, such as Dragon Ball and Digimon, alongside other companies known for adapting beloved video games into board games. Check out upcoming projects from the likes of award-winning Chip Theory Games (The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era), Hachette Boardgames (Dead Cells), and Contention Games (Slay the Spire), to name a few.
Notable tabletop legend Cephalofair Games (Gloomhaven) joins the tabletop exhibitors alongside a swath of indie developers coming to PAX West 2025. See what’s next for 9th Level Games (Kobolds Ate My Baby), Archon Games (Eschaton), Fib Games (Fib® A Game for Liars and Thieves), Ghostfire Gaming (Grim Hollow), Dice Throne, and many others pushing the boundaries of innovation with a physical format.
PAX Unplugged 2025, the East Coast’s most-attended tabletop gaming event, returns to the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia from Friday, Nov. 21, through Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025. Discover new favorite games and upcoming titles in an expansive expo hall that featured more than 350 exhibitors at the sold-out 2024 event.
“It’s been a rough year for the tabletop industry, but the PAX audience always shows up for them,” said Jerry Holkins, co-founder of PAX, Penny Arcade, and Child’s Play. “I can’t wait to see what they’ve got on tap.”
PAX West badges are currently available for $255 for a 4-day badge, $70 for a single-day Saturday badge, $68.50 for single-day badges for Friday or Sunday, and $66 for a single-day Monday badge. BYOC (Bring Your Own Computer) badges are $50.
PAX Unplugged badges go on sale Thursday, July 10, 2025, for $94 for a 3-day badge, $44 for single-day Friday or Sunday badges, $45 for a single-day Saturday badge, and $15 for kids badges (available on Sunday only for children up to 12 years old). For information on media and content creator applications, panel and content applications, and other ways to take part, visit the PAX Unplugged Get Involved page.
The ACE COMBAT Series began 30 years ago today with the PlayStation launch of Air Combat. Debuting on the original PlayStation console, the game laid the groundwork for a sprawling series that brings hyper-realistic aerial combat and intense military-drama storytelling to players around the globe, having recently surpassed the 20 million cumulative sales milestone. To mark the occasion, Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc., will begin celebrations with a series commemorative trailer:
ACE COMBAT series brand director Kazutoki Kono also has a direct message to convey to series fans in honor of the 30th anniversary:
Since the release of the first title in 1995, thanks to your unwavering support, the ACE COMBAT Series has reached a remarkable milestone, its 30th anniversary in 2025.
First and foremost, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to all our fans and everyone involved who has supported the series throughout the years. Thank you, sincerely, from the bottom of my heart. This moment is our chance to return thirty years’ worth of appreciation to you.
I believe that sustaining a legacy over three decades means far more than simply the passage of time. I’ve always shared this message with everyone involved in the series:
“To deliver emotionally resonant, high-quality experiences that exceed expectations, to spark excitement for what comes next—and then to meet that anticipation with even greater ambition. By continuing this cycle, we build a bond of trust with our players, and that bond is the truest expression of our gratitude.”
Over the past thirty years, times have changed. Values have shifted, technologies have evolved, and certain cultures have faded. Our company and our team have continually transformed to navigate these tides. In a word, we’ve embraced change.
There were times we may not have fully met your expectations. But I also believe there were moments when we exceeded them—when we soared higher than anyone imagined.
Namco’s founder, Masaya Nakamura, once said, “Only those who can adapt to change will survive.”
I joined Namco in 1994. Back then, I understood those words intellectually—but not yet from experience.
Now, I truly do.
After three incredible decades of adapting to change, we’ve built an enduring bond of trust with all of you. That connection is the very force that has sustained the ACE COMBAT Series and propelled it into the future. I can now feel this truth in every fiber of my being. And I’m proud—proud that our ongoing commitment to delivering value and earning your trust has led us to this 30th anniversary.
And now, we’re ready. Everything is in place. It’s time to take flight once again—toward even greater heights.
June 30, 2025 Brand director of ACE COMBAT Series Kazutoki Kono
Also on deck for the series anniversary celebration is the relaunch of the ACES WEB website (https://www.acecombat.jp/) with English language support. With the help of Bandai Namco Game Music, the “ACE COMBAT Original Soundtrack” is now available on major streaming services and for digital downloads, curating 19 tracks from the series’ history. More is planned, including refreshed social channels.
In a near-future society, The Running Man is the top-rated show on television—a deadly competition where contestants, known as Runners, must survive 30 days while being hunted by professional assassins, with every move broadcast to a bloodthirsty public and each day bringing a greater cash reward. Desperate to save his sick daughter, working-class Ben Richards (Glen Powell) is convinced by the show’s charming but ruthless producer, Dan Killian (Josh Brolin), to enter the game as a last resort. But Ben’s defiance, instincts, and grit turn him into an unexpected fan favorite—and a threat to the entire system. As ratings skyrocket, so does the danger, and Ben must outwit not just the Hunters, but a nation addicted to watching him fall.
EXECUTIVE PRODUCED BY
George Linder, James Biddle, Rachael Prior, Audrey Chon, Pete Chiappetta, Anthony Tittanegro, Andrew Lary
PRODUCED BY
Simon Kinberg, Nira Park, Edgar Wright
BASED ON THE NOVEL BY
Stephen King
SCREENPLAY BY
Michael Bacall and Edgar Wright
DIRECTED BY
Edgar Wright
STARRING
Glen Powell, William H. Macy, Lee Pace, Emilia Jones, Michael Cera, Daniel Ezra, Jayme Lawson with Colman Domingo and Josh Brolin
Today, 2K announced July 23, 2025, as the official release date for the Nintendo Switch™ 2 version of WWE 2K25. Pre-order is available today for the Nintendo Switch 2 version, which will support the full set of WWE 2K25 game modes and match types, while also offering the ability to play offline modes on-the-go, and online modes with internet connection.* The Bloodline Edition features Roman Reigns and the members of the dominant Bloodline faction on the cover, the Deadman Edition features the iconic Undertaker, and The Standard Edition, features cover star Roman Reigns and his former “Wise Man” Paul Heyman.
WWE 2K25 includes an array of new features, and improvements on existing fan-favorites, including:
2K Showcase: The Bloodline’s Dynasty: The all-new 2K Showcase, hosted by the “Wise Man” Paul Heyman, celebrates one of the most iconic wrestling family dynasties – The Bloodline, and the Anoa’i, Fatu and Maivia families. Players are invited to relive, change, and create the history of The Bloodline through iconic historical moments. Relive key victories including Yokozuna vs. Hulk Hogan at King of the Ring ‘93, and Rocky Maivia vs. Hunter Hearst Helmsley at RAW in ‘97. Change history and bring more glory to The Bloodline by avenging key losses such as Rikishi vs. “Stone Cold” Steve Austin at No Mercy 2000, and the fateful Roman Reigns vs. Seth Rollins title match at Royal Rumble 2022. Create history with fantasy match-ups, including the Wild Samoans vs the Dudley Boyz. Wrestling Junkie, USA TODAY Sports called 2K Showcase: The Bloodline’s Dynasty “a fantastic trip down memory lane.” Check out the trailer here;
The Island: An interactive world made up of four districts built around different WWE themes, Screen Rant noted, “The Island seems like a fresh and inventive new take.” Available only on Nintendo Switch 2, PS5® and Xbox Series X|S, The Island offers players the opportunity to explore and challenge other players while vying to earn a WWE contract by impressing “The Original Tribal Chief” Roman Reigns. By completing quests, taking on challenges, competing in live events, earning unlockables, and upgrading and customizing MySUPERSTARS through multiple storyline chapters, The Island allows players to step outside the ropes and “Rule Beyond the Ring.” Check out the trailer here;
A Roster for the Ages: WWE 2K25 brings an unparalleled lineup of current Superstars from RAW, SmackDown, and NXT, plus Legends and WWE Hall of Famers. The roster IGN called “absolutely stacked” features over 300 playable characters including Cody Rhodes, Liv Morgan, Rey Mysterio, Bret “Hit Man” Hart, Jacob Fatu, Rob Van Dam, Naomi, Ethan Page, Lita, LA Knight, Chyna, Batista, Tiffany Stratton, Becky Lynch, and more. Check out the full roster here;
New Match Types and Improvements on Gameplay: Intergender wrestling has arrived in WWE 2K25! WWE Superstars from the men’s and women’s divisions can now compete against each other to set up countless new matchups across most game modes. Additional features include the return of Chain Wrestling, the new Bloodline Rules Match and Underground Match, and new barricade diving! Check out the Gameplay Trailer here;
MyGM with Online Multiplayer: In an experience Game Rant described as “more fun than ever,” intrepid GMs can take their show on the road and challenge general managers worldwide in the enhanced MyGM for WWE 2K25, now with online multiplayer for up to four players. Players draft WWE Superstars and Legends to their weekly show’s roster and lead their brand through multiple-week seasons with a bigger selection of General Managers, cross-brand Premium Live Events, and more;
MyFACTION: The collectible card-battle mode is back with updated features, new content, and more ways to play. Faction Wars now features new node types and 50 new stages. World Tour replaces Proving Grounds, enabling players to travel to different locations and play in the order of their choosing, while additional match-type support for live events and online matches, and new community events offer enhanced replayability. New themed card packs, Persona Cards which unlock unique versions of Superstars usable in all game modes, and new challenges will continue to roll out regularly throughout the year with seasonal content refreshes*;
MyRISE: Players guide their custom Superstar from the women’s or men’s division in a singular, multi-gender MyRISE storyline where Bayley, Kevin Owens, and other Superstars infiltrate NXT in an attempt to take control of the entire WWE. Featuring new personality choices that lead to specific storylines, as well as brawl environments, unlockable arenas, characters, useable objects, and more, plus new ally storylines involving Jey Uso, Bianca Belair, Seth Rollins, and other WWE Superstars. Check out the MyRISE Ringside Report here;
Universe: WWE 2K’s sandbox mode receives new upgrades to give players greater control over their Universe experience, including the long-awaited return of Promos! The new system includes multiple promo types and outcomes with new cutscenes and branching choices;
Creation Suite: The hallmark of the WWE 2K franchise, the best-in-class, most detailed and robust creation suite remains one of the driving forces behind players’ self-expression as they design their own Custom Superstars, GMs, referees, arenas, entrances, move sets, championships, crowd signs, and more;
DLC Season Pass: Available individually and via Season Pass, Ringside Pass, and in both The Bloodline Edition and Deadman Edition, five star-studded DLC character packs are planned, with two currently available and three more scheduled to roll out in the months ahead. Featuring a slew of surprise celebrity guests including basketball icon Shaquille O’Neal, fan-favorite WWE Superstars including Penta, The Motor City Machine Guns, Giulia, Stephanie Vaquer, and Jordynne Grace, plus WWE Legends, including Mark Henry, the New Age Outlaws, Jesse Ventura, New Jack, Junkyard Dog and Tito Santana, the WWE 2K25 DLC roadmap offers something for everyone.
WWE 2K25 Editions
WWE 2K25Standard Edition:
Available for $69.99;
Pre-Order Bonus Offers: Players who pre-order the WWE 2K25Standard Edition will receive the Wyatt Sicks Pack**, a bonus pack of content including five playable Superstars – Uncle Howdy, Dexter Lumis, Nikki Cross, Joe Gacy, and Erick Rowan – plus Uncle Howdy and Nikki Cross mask cosmetic items for The Island;
WWE 2K25Deadman Edition:
Available for $99.99;
The Deadman Edition includes the Standard Edition and Wyatt Sicks Pack, plus the Deadman Edition Bonus Pack which includes Mattel Elite “Greatest Hits” Undertaker and Original Undertaker (‘90) Persona Cards and playable Superstars, a useable Urn object, Undertaker ‘95 Mask cosmetic item for The Island, and Brother Love Manager;
Season Pass to all five post-launch DLC character packs and 15,000 VC;
WWE 2K25The Bloodline Edition:
Available for $129.99;
In addition to the Standard Edition and all bonus content included in the Deadman Edition, The Bloodline Edition includes the Ringside Pass (Season Pass plus Superstar Mega-Boost), The Rock Nation of Domination Pack, which features a Rock Nation of Domination Persona card and playable Superstar, and will only be available as part of The Bloodline Edition;
The Bloodline Edition Bonus Pack, which features Mattel Elite Series 114 Jey Uso and Mattel Elite “Greatest Hits” Roman Reigns Persona cards and playable Superstars. This pack includes a Family Above All Hoodie, OTC Shirt, Yeet Tank Top and Yeet Sunglasses cosmetic items for The Island, while for Steam only, it includes an additional 32,500 VC;
Also included is the WrestleMania 41 Pack, which features the currently available WrestleMania 41 Arena, plus two WrestleMania 41 Superstar Persona cards and playable Superstars, and a new playable Superstar, which will all be available at a later date.***
For more information on WWE 2K25, the highest rated game in franchise history on Xbox****, visit the game’s official website, become a fan on Facebook, follow the game on TikTok, X, Instagram, and subscribe on Twitch and YouTube. Official campaign hashtags #WWE2K25 and #RuleBeyondTheRing.
Kinetic Games, the indie studio behind the hit ghost-hunting game Phasmophobia, is thrilled to reveal that the genre-defining horror game has now surpassed over 25 million sales across all platforms.
Originally released in Early Access on Steam in September 2020 to terrifying success, Phasmophobia has since expanded its ghostly experience to PlayStation and Xbox players in October 2024.
The game has a wealth of content to enjoy across all platforms, including its highly anticipated Chronicle Update, recently released on all platforms. This spine-tingling update features a host of gameplay and quality of life changes, alongside a complete overhaul of how media is gathered and rewarded. It doesn’t stop there though, Kinetic Games have recently unveiled a new look at the Grafton Farmhouse Rework, so ghost-hunters have plenty to look forward to!
Film buffs should also keep their eyes peeled, as renowned horror film production company Blumhouse will be bringing Phasmophobia to the big screen, with the film adaptation currently in development.
Phasmophobia is currently available to purchase on PlayStation 5, PS VR2, and Xbox Series X|S consoles, as well as PC via Steam.
11 bit studios statement on AI use in The Alters: We’ve seen a wide range of accusations regarding the use of AI-generated content in The Alters, and we feel it’s important to clarify our approach and give you more context. AI-generated assets were used strictly as temporary WIPs during the development process and in a very limited manner. Our team has always prioritized meaningful, handcrafted storytelling as one of the foundations of our game.
During production, an AI-generated text for a graphic asset, which was meant as a piece of background texture, was used by one of our graphical designers as a placeholder. This was never intended to be part of the final release. Unfortunately, due to an internal oversight, this single placeholder text was mistakenly left in the game. We have since conducted a thorough review and confirmed that this was an isolated case, and the asset in question is being updated. For transparency, we’ve included a screenshot to show how and where it appears in the game. While we do not want to downplay the situation, we also want to clearly show its limited impact on your gaming experience.
In addition to that, a few licensed movies that the alters can watch in the social area of the base were added at the final stage of development. While those were externally produced, our team was not involved in the creative process, and these required additional last-minute translations. Due to extreme time constraints, we chose not to involve our translation partners and had these videos localized using AI to have them ready on launch. It was always our intention to involve our trusted translation agencies after release as part of our localization hotfix, to ensure those texts would be handled with the same care and quality as the rest of the game. That process is now underway, and updated translations are being implemented.
To give you a better understanding of what a small part of the overall scope of the game’s narrative layer they are, those few external movies are approximately 10k words out of 3.4 million across all languages in the game, or just 0.3% of the overall text. The alternative was to release those specific dialogues in English only, which we believed would be a worse experience for non-English speakers. In hindsight, we acknowledge this was the wrong call. Even more so, no matter what we decided, we should have simply let you know.
As AI tools evolve, they present new challenges and opportunities in game development. We’re actively adapting our internal processes to meet this reality. But above all, we remain committed to transparency in how we make our games. We appreciate your understanding and continued support as we work towards that goal.
