01.07.2026
Sony to End Production of Physical Discs for New PlayStation Games in 2028

Sony has announced that it will completely discontinue the production of physical discs for all new PlayStation games starting in January 2028. The announcement was published on the official PlayStation Blog. According to Sony, the decision reflects the natural shift in consumer preferences and broader entertainment industry trends, where demand for digital media has significantly […]

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01.07.2026
Night School Studio Releases Interactive Horror Game Unhinged on Netflix

Night School Studio has released its interactive horror game Unhinged on Netflix, created with involvement from directors David Fincher and Zach Cregger. To play, users need to find the game on Netflix through a TV or computer and scan a QR code with their smartphone. The phone works as the controller, allowing players to use […]

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01.07.2026
Konami officially confirms multiple endings for Silent Hill: Townfall

Konami has officially confirmed that Silent Hill: Townfall will feature multiple endings. According to the developers, each conclusion will be shaped by the choices players make throughout the game, with those decisions leaving a lasting emotional impact even after the story ends. «In case you missed it, multiple endings are confirmed for SILENT HILL: Townfall. […]

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01.07.2026
Ukrainian SAND surpasses 200,000 players during its first week after release

Ukrainian extraction shooter SAND: Raiders of Sophie attracted more than 200,000 players in just one week after launching in early access. The project developed by Lviv based studio Hologryph and Kyiv based team TowerHaus also achieved a strong peak player count shortly after release. The developers shared the first results and future plans for the […]

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01.07.2026
T1 Win Play-In Stage and Complete MSI 2026 Main Event Lineup

The South Korean League of Legends team T1 has advanced to the main stage of the 2026 Mid-Season Invitational. During the Play-In stage, T1 convincingly defeated Karmine Corp and twice overcame Team Liquid, winning all of their matches with a clean 3:0 scoreline. In their first match of the main stage, T1 will face Bilibili […]

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01.07.2026
afro, Bymas, and AZUWU Signed with Luminosity Before the IEM Cologne Major 2026

Monte CS2 captain Jack "Gizmy" von Spreckelsen has commented on the departure of his teammates from the Ukrainian organization to Luminosity. According to the British in-game leader, Aurimas "Bymas" Pipiras, Aurélien "afro" Drapier, and Oscar "AZUWU" Bell signed contracts with the Canadian organization before the IEM Cologne Major 2026. He also stated that neither Monte's […]

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01.07.2026
Ukraine's eFootball Console National Team Wins Its Group at Nations League Week 3

Ukraine's eFootball Console national team finished first in Group E at Nations League Week 3. The team secured three victories and suffered one defeat during the group stage. Ukraine defeated Kazakhstan (2–0), Latvia (6–1), and Hungary (1–0). The only setback came in a 0–2 loss to Greece. Despite the defeat, the Blue and Yellow topped […]

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01.07.2026
How to Change Flare Color in Sand: Raiders of Sophie

The flare device in Sand: Raiders of Sophie is more than just a visual effect—it’s a practical way to communicate with other players. You can adjust its color to send different kinds of signals. The game doesn’t assign official meanings to the six available colors, but players often rely on common interpretations, such as green […]

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01.07.2026
OFFICIAL: Luminosity Return to Counter-Strike, Sign Monte Core and Appoint lux as Captain

Canadian esports organization Luminosity has officially confirmed its return to the professional Counter-Strike scene. The announcement was published on the club's official website. The new lineup features four former Monte players. Aurimas "Bymas" Pipiras, Aurélien "afro" Drapier, and Oscar "AZUWU" Bell joined as free agents after their contracts expired. Meanwhile, Luminosity purchased Aleksa "Rainwaker" Petrov […]

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01.07.2026
Valve Adds Falcons Championship Stickers Following IEM Cologne Major 2026 Victory

During the night of July 1, Valve released a small update for CS2. The main addition is the introduction of championship stickers celebrating Falcons' victory at the IEM Cologne Major 2026. Update Highlights As previously reported, Luminosity are set to return to Counter-Strike by signing the core of Monte.

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01.07.2026
Report: Luminosity Return to Counter-Strike, Set to Sign Monte Core

Luminosity is set to return to the Counter-Strike scene after a seven-year absence. According to Dust2.us, the organization is expected to make its debut with a new roster at XSE Pro League 2026. An official announcement is expected in the near future. The new Luminosity lineup will consist of four players acquired from the Ukrainian […]

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01.07.2026
Top Esports Matches on July 1: Ukrainian Clubs Make Their Debut at XSE Pro League Guangzhou 2026

We've gathered the top esports matches taking place on July 1. CS2 The XSE Pro League Guangzhou 2026 kicks off in China today, featuring Ukrainian organizations Monte and B8. Match Schedule Broadcast [EN] League of Legends The final and decisive Play-In stage match of the 2026 Mid-Season Invitational will take place today. Broadcast [EN] As […]

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01.07.2026
Messi Appears in Spider-Man Promo, Magisk Joins BC.Game — News Digest for June 30

We have prepared a digest of the top esports and gaming news for Players on June 30, 2026. ENCE Part Ways with sdy Canadian Company Edison Motors to Shut Down for Two Days Due to GTA VI Launch Lionel Messi Appears in Promotional Campaign for New Spider-Man Movie Magisk Joins s1mple’s Team as Captain

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