29.06.2026
Naughty Dog Considered an Uncharted Remake but Ultimately Chose an Updated Version of The Last of Us

Studio Naughty Dog and Sony had originally planned to develop a remake of the first entry in the Uncharted franchise, Uncharted: Drake's Fortune. However, the project was eventually shelved in favor of an updated version of The Last of Us. Details about the canceled project were revealed by dataminer Thekempy during an appearance on the […]

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29.06.2026
First Teaser for Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 Revealed — Release Set for This Fall

Japanese animation studio TRIGGER and streaming service Netflix have unveiled the debut teaser trailer for the upcoming anime series Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2. The official video offers the first look at the new cast of characters in action, including Vic Kingsley, Dee, Roman Karax, and Talia Young. The action sequences are accompanied by the original track […]

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29.06.2026
Tonya Predko Spotted Vacationing Alongside Staff Members of Russian Organizations

Antonina "Tonya" Predko, who is currently working for the Ukrainian organization Inner Circle and previously served as a host for NAVI, was spotted vacationing alongside staff members from Russian esports organizations Spirit, Aurora, BetBoom, as well as several Russian content creators. The matter was brought to attention by the Telegram channel CS2 UA. Among those […]

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29.06.2026
Schedule for All Tournaments at Esports World Cup 2026

The first tournament of the Esports World Cup 2026 will begin on July 2. It will be the group stage of the VALORANT championship, while the festival itself will officially kick off on July 6. A total of 25 tournaments across 24 disciplines will be held as part of Esports World Cup 2026. Here is […]

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29.06.2026
Xbox Disputes Claims That PS5 Is Dominating GTA VI Preorders

Microsoft has responded to reports claiming that PlayStation 5 is massively outperforming Xbox Series X|S in GTA VI preorders. Earlier reports suggested that preorder numbers for Rockstar’s upcoming game were supposedly split at an 8 to 1 ratio in favor of Sony’s console. Xbox representatives stated that these numbers do not reflect actual preorder performance […]

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29.06.2026
The Presence of AI Negatively Affects a Game's Commercial Success

A new report from analytics platform Game Oracle suggests that integrating AI into the game development process leads to an average 53% decline in the number of positive reviews a game receives. In addition, the presence of AI technology negatively impacts the number of times projects are added to Steam wishlists. Researchers identified a clear […]

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29.06.2026
New Trailer for Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls Released and Open Beta Test Dates Announced

During the esports tournament EVO 2026, developers of the fighting game Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls presented a new trailer. The video showcased the fifth and final team of characters, introduced a new location, and announced the dates for the upcoming open beta test. The final team is called Samurai Outriders, featuring Blade, Loki, and Deadpool. […]

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29.06.2026
Al-Ahli Signs CS2 Roster

Saudi football club Al-Ahli has announced that its esports division has opened a Counter-Strike 2 roster. The announcement was made on the club’s social media channels. The roster was assembled ahead of the Esports World Cup 2026. The team consists of three players from North Africa, as well as one Romanian and one Polish player. […]

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29.06.2026
Groups and Format Details Revealed for PUBG Mobile Macao International 2026

The developers of PUBG Mobile have revealed the details for the 2026 PUBG Mobile Macao International. The tournament will take place from June 29 to July 5 and will feature a total prize pool of $440,000. The competition will begin with the group stage, which will run from June 29 to July 1. The 24 […]

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29.06.2026
Ukraine's VALORANT National Team Coach on Missing Out on ENC 2026: "The motivation was there, but fatigue resulted in simple mistakes and lost winning situations"

Ukraine's VALORANT national team coach, Ivan "Johnta" Shevtsov, shared his thoughts after the conclusion of the Esports Nations Cup 2026 qualifiers, where his team failed to secure a spot at the tournament. Shevtsov noted that the team lacked experience and composure in the match against Hungary. He also pointed to physical and emotional exhaustion during […]

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29.06.2026
Monster Hunter World Surpasses 30 Million Copies Sold and Becomes Capcom’s Best Selling Game Ever

Monster Hunter World has officially surpassed 30 million copies sold since its launch in 2018. Capcom confirmed the new milestone, combining sales of the base game and the Monster Hunter World: Iceborne Master Edition, which includes the expansion. «Monster Hunter: World has reached a combined 30 million units sold! A massive thank you to all […]

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29.06.2026
SAND: Raiders of Sophie Reveals Roadmap With New Features and Major Future Updates

The Ukrainian extraction shooter SAND: Raiders of Sophie continues to evolve after entering early access, as the developers have revealed a detailed roadmap covering the game’s future updates. Released on June 22, the title has already attracted attention thanks to its unusual approach to the genre, distinctive visual style, and unique gameplay loop. Despite its […]

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29.06.2026
Cyberpunk Edgerunners 2 Gets Official Release Date, Launch Set for Fall 2026

Netflix has officially confirmed that Cyberpunk Edgerunners Season 2 will arrive in Fall 2026. The exact release date has not been revealed, but this window usually means a period from the middle of September to early December. The first season, released on September 13, 2022, followed the story of David Martinez, a street kid who […]

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