19.05.2026
Subnautica 2 Starter Guide | Essential Early Game Tips

Getting started in Subnautica 2 can feel intimidating. Oxygen drains quickly, food options are limited, and many mechanics are not immediately explained. Still, with the right approach, the opening hours become far more manageable and enjoyable. Players should focus on upgrading oxygen capacity early, use Water Slugs to stay hydrated, unlock Digestion before relying on […]

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19.05.2026
Forza Horizon 6 Is Now Available on PC and Xbox Series X/S

Fans of arcade racing games can finally jump into Forza Horizon 6, as the new title from Playground Games is now available on PC and Xbox Series X/S. The game is also included with Game Pass Ultimate. Players who purchased the Premium Edition were able to start racing across Japan several days early, and the […]

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19.05.2026
Sony Brings Back PlayStation Exclusivity for Single Player Games

PlayStation Studios head Hermen Hulst reportedly informed employees during a Monday morning town hall that the company is changing its release strategy. According to him, narrative focused single-player titles from PlayStation studios will once again remain exclusive to PlayStation consoles instead of launching on PC. This move effectively supports earlier reports from Bloomberg, which claimed […]

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19.05.2026
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Earns Strong Early Reviews

The first reviews for LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight have now appeared online, and critics are responding positively to the game. Reviewers praise its combat system, humor, and engaging story, with some already calling it one of the best LEGO titles ever released. At the moment, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight […]

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19.05.2026
Istanbul to Host PUBG Global Championship 2026: New Format and $1.5 Million Prize Pool

KRAFTON has revealed details for the upcoming PUBG Global Championship 2026. The tournament will take place in Istanbul from December 1 to 13. The championship’s base prize pool will be $1.5 million, which will traditionally be expanded through community crowdfunding. However, organizers introduced an important change this year: only teams that finish in the top […]

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19.05.2026
Sony Raises the Price of PlayStation Plus Subscription

Sony has announced another price increase for the PlayStation Plus service, which will take effect on May 20. The company cited “current market conditions” as the reason for the changes. The increase will affect new users in regions where payments are made in U.S. dollars, euros, and British pounds. This move continues a series of […]

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19.05.2026
BLAST and Ubisoft Announce Rainbow Six Major in Osaka

BLAST and Ubisoft have officially announced that the next major international Rainbow Six Siege tournament will take place in Osaka. The BLAST R6 Major Osaka 2026 is scheduled for November 6–15, 2026. The tournament will feature 20 of the best teams from around the world competing for a total prize pool of $600,000. The event […]

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19.05.2026
Top Esports Matches on May 19: DreamLeague Season 29 Playoffs Begin

We have gathered the top esports matches taking place on May 19. Dota 2 The group stage of DreamLeague Season 29 has officially concluded, and the playoff stage is now set to begin. Match Schedule Broadcast [EN] As a reminder, the first details of the Football Manager 2026 update dedicated to the 2026 FIFA World […]

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19.05.2026
DreamLeague Season 29 Playoff Bracket Confirmed, Take-Two Reaffirms GTA 6 Release Date — News Digest for May 18

We have prepared a digest of the main news stories for Players readers for May 18, 2026. Take-Two Reaffirms GTA 6 Release Date Boars Gaming Finished Second in the EWC 2026 Qualifier Group Stage Splitgate Developers at 1047 Games Are Working on a Titanfall-Inspired Successor Called Empulse DreamLeague Season 29 Playoff Bracket Has Been Finalized

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19.05.2026
Counter-Strike 2 received an update (May 19)

Valve released a new update for Counter-Strike 2, fixing several spectator-related bugs, improving grenade jump throws, and making changes to Cache. [ SPECTATING ] [ MISC ] [ MAPS ] Cache [ MAP SCRIPTING ] Also, the triple boost mechanic has been significantly changed. A new parameter, weapon_accuracy_stack_boost_limit, has been added and is set to […]

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18.05.2026
First Details Revealed for the Football Manager 2026 FIFA World Cup Update

Sports Interactive has shared the first details about a major update for Football Manager 2026 that will introduce the officially licensed FIFA World Cup 2026. Thanks to the first licensing agreement in the series’ history between the developers and FIFA, players will be able to manage national teams ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, […]

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18.05.2026
GTA Online Is Giving Away the Exclusive Rockstar Racing Outfit

While players continue waiting for GTA 6, Rockstar has launched a limited-time reward in GTA Online that lets users unlock the special Rockstar Racing Outfit for free. The set includes two cosmetic items — a racing helmet and a racing suit — each unlocked through different activities. The promotion will only be available until May […]

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18.05.2026
DreamLeague Season 29 Playoff Bracket Confirmed

DreamLeague Season 29 Playoff Bracket Confirmed The tiebreaker matches in Group B for a spot in the upper bracket of DreamLeague Season 29 have concluded. Tundra Esports secured a place in the upper bracket. Meanwhile, PlayTime and Xtreme Gaming will begin their playoff runs in the lower bracket with no room for error. The lower […]

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