06.07.2026
BBL Esports and NRG Advance to the Esports World Cup 2026 VALORANT Playoffs

The final Group A and Group B matches of the VALORANT tournament at the Esports World Cup 2026 were played on July 6, completing the lineup for the next stage of the competition. The final playoff spot from Group A was claimed by BBL Esports. In the decisive group-stage match, the Turkish squad defeated EDward […]

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06.07.2026
Nintendo to Update Switch 2 Consoles for the European Market to Meet New Battery Regulations

Nintendo has announced a series of hardware updates for the Nintendo Switch 2 and its accessories for customers in Europe. Beginning in the summer of 2026, the company will gradually replace current models with revised versions featuring user-replaceable batteries. The move comes in response to upcoming European battery regulations, which are set to take effect […]

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06.07.2026
Xbox to Cut 3,200 Jobs as Part of Major Restructuring

Microsoft's gaming division is preparing for a major restructuring that will see Xbox eliminate 3,200 positions—around 20% of its workforce—over the next year, while also parting ways with five game development studios. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma, who took over the role in February, reportedly told company leadership that the business is currently "not healthy," with […]

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06.07.2026
Bilibili Gaming and Hanwha Life Advance to the MSI 2026 Upper Bracket Final

Another day of the League of Legends Mid-Season Invitational 2026 playoffs has come to an end. Bilibili Gaming and Hanwha Life secured their places in the upper bracket final after dominant 3:0 victories over LYON and G2 Esports, respectively. Meanwhile, FURIA became the latest team to be eliminated from the tournament after suffering a 0:3 […]

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06.07.2026
Hideo Kojima criticizes Sony's decision to abandon physical game releases

Sony's decision to stop releasing physical editions of all PlayStation games starting January 1, 2028 has sparked widespread discussion both inside and outside the gaming industry. Gamers, analysts, developers, politicians and even representatives from unrelated industries have already shared their opinions. Now legendary game designer Hideo Kojima has also weighed in. Despite his long-standing partnership […]

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06.07.2026
DOOM The Dark Ages Revelations release time revealed

DOOM: The Dark Ages Revelations launches on July 7 at 3:00 PM UTC, which is 7:00 PM in Kyiv, with a simultaneous release across all platforms. According to SteamDB, the expansion unlocks at 8:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM ET, 3:00 PM UTC, 4:00 PM BST and 5:00 PM CEST. Players in Australia and New Zealand […]

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06.07.2026
Xbox May Drop Physical Disc Support With Project Helix

Microsoft may be preparing to move away from physical games with its next Xbox console, according to insider Jez Corden, who shared new information during the Xbox Two podcast. He believes Project Helix is unlikely to include a built in disc drive, and the company is reportedly considering ending support for physical games altogether. Corden […]

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06.07.2026
Jensen Huang's autographed jacket to be auctioned at Sotheby's

A Tom Ford leather jacket worn by NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has been listed for auction at Sotheby's. With an estimated sale price of $40,000 to $60,000. The jacket features Huang's autograph, while its authenticity has been verified by PSA along with photo matching confirming that he wore it during the Foxconn Tech Day event […]

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06.07.2026
Meccha Chameleon surpasses 15 million copies sold

Indie co-op hit Meccha Chameleon continues its incredible momentum, surpassing 15 million copies sold in less than 30 days after launch. To celebrate the milestone, the developers thanked fans on the game's Steam page with the message: "Thanks a million," and revealed that a new collaboration with a famous Japanese star will be announced next […]

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06.07.2026
Valve Co-Founder to Build Research Vessel Worth More Than $800 Million

Inkfish, the marine research organization owned by Valve co-founder Gabe Newell, has signed a contract with Norwegian shipbuilding company Vard to design and construct the innovative RV11000, a 531-foot deep-sea research vessel. The deal is valued at approximately $816 million. According to Vard, the project is the largest single order in the company's history and […]

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06.07.2026
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 to Become a Standalone Application, Leaving Call of Duty HQ

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, which was released in 2024, is transitioning to a standalone application. Starting on July 7, the game will no longer launch through the unified Call of Duty HQ app and will instead be available as a separate download. The announcement was made via the official Call of Duty Updates […]

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06.07.2026
Norwegian Fans Flood Neymar's Steam Profile After Their National Team Defeats Brazil at the 2026 World Cup

On the night of July 6, Brazil faced Norway in the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Scandinavian side secured a 2:1 victory. Brazil's only goal came from a Neymar penalty. The Brazilian star is well known for his passion for video games, especially Counter-Strike 2. Following the match, Norwegian fans […]

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06.07.2026
NAVI Crowned Champions of Marvel Rivals Ignite 2026 Stage 1 EMEA

NAVI claimed a dominant victory at the Marvel Rivals Ignite 2026 Stage 1 regional tournament in EMEA. In the tournament's grand final, Natus Vincere swept VP with a commanding 4:0 scoreline. The team delivered an outstanding performance throughout the entire event. During the group stage, NAVI won all five of their matches with an impressive […]

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