Microsoft announced Wednesday that it was bringing Xbox Cloud Gaming beta to Game Pass Core and Standard tiers. The cloud gaming feature will be available to Xbox Insiders and may be rolled out widely in the future. Xbox Insiders on the lower Game Pass tiers are also getting PC gaming support.
The Lenovo Legion Go 2 has fully leaked ahead of its official reveal. The new leak has detailed the handheld's hardware specifications, design, and features. The device will be powered by the AMD Ryzen Z2 series of chipsets and will come with a 1200p OLED screen.
Krafton is actively exploring acquisitions in India, according to a report. The developer behind games such as PUBG: Battlegrounds and its Indian equivalent, Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), reportedly aims to capitalise on the long-standing ban enforced by the Indian government on Chinese competitors in the country’s gaming market. It is said to have plans of expanding its horizons in India, amid a growth slump in China and the US.
Developer Team Cherry has announced the pricing and global release timings for Hollow Knight: Silksong. The Metroidvania platformer will be priced at $20 in the US. The game's price in India is not confirmed yet.
Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio has announced its annual RGG Summit. The showcase will take place on September 24, just ahead of Tokyo Game Show. The summit will feature announcements on upcoming games from RGG Studio.
Sony has been reported to be working on a gaming handheld that could run PlayStation games natively. A new leak, however, has claimed that the PlayStation parent plans to launch a PS6 handheld that can dock with a TV, just like the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. The PS6 handheld will reportedly launch alongside the traditional PS6 console.
Tomb Raider studio Crystal Dynamics has announced a new round of layoffs, the second this year at the company. The developer is laying off an unspecified number of employees. The announcement comes after Microsoft cancelled the Perfect Dark reboot, which was being co-developed by Crystal Dynamics.
In a court filing at the High Court of Karnataka in southwestern India, A23, which offers rummy and poker games, said the law "criminalises the legitimate business of playing online games of skill, which would result in the closure of various gaming companies overnight".
Sony has announced the PS Plus monthly games for September. Platforming adventure Psychonauts 2, farm life sim Stardew Valley, and puzzle title Viewfinder will join the service on September 2.
Sony has sought to increase oversight and control over its studios in the aftermath of the costly failure of its live service game, Concord. The company is reportedly balancing the creative freedom of its studios' with more rigorous practices that help limit the impact of misfiring releases.
A number of Indian game developers and publishers announced an independent industry body on Tuesday. The Indian Game Publishers and Developers Association, launched after the Online Gaming Bill was passed in the Parliament, is also seeking a partnership with the Government of Maharashtra.
Hideo Kojima has said that he has already written the concept for Death Stranding 3. In a recent interview, the game designed said that he wasn't planning to work on the game at the moment, but had the concept for a potential third Death Stranding game "in data".
Nintendo is reportedly planning to host a Direct presentation next month featuring upcoming Switch and Switch 2 games. The company hosted a Kirby Air Riders Direct on August 19 and an Indie World showcase earlier this month.
Forza Horizon 6 will reportedly be revealed next month at Tokyo Game Show. According to a recent report, Microsoft and Playground Games are planning to announce the racing game at the convention. Forza Horizon 6 could also be set in Japan, as per a recent leak.
Ubisoft announced The Division 2: Survivors was announced at Gamescom 2025. The mode will be an updated take on the extraction survival experience, the company said. Ubisoft did not share a release date but confirmed Survivors would launch in 2026.
Assassin's Creed Mirage will get a new expansion later this year, Ubisoft has announced. The free DLC will add a new story chapter, a new location, and gameplay improvements. Mirage was released on PC and consoles in 2023, followed by an iPhone and iPad port in 2024.
Winzo, an Indian gaming platform, launched a short video platform on Sunday, just days after shutting down its real-money games amid the Indian government’s blanket ban. The company also announced its foray into the US market and said that it will bring Indian gaming innovation to global audiences. Interestingly, Winzo plans to bring its entire catalogue of e-sports and social games to the US, given that the country does not ban real-money games.
Bungie CEO Pete Parsons announced Thursday that he was leaving the studio after over two decades. Parsons, who led the company since 2015, will be replaced by Bungie’s chief development officer Justin Truman.
Rockstar Games has announced the 'End of Summer' giveaway. Anyone who plays GTA Online between August 21 and September 17 will be eligible to receive an infusion of GTA$1 million. GTA+ subscribers can also claim an additional GTA$1 million as part of the benefits. Apart from this, there are also discounts on several in-game vehicles.
A new leak has pointed to the possible setting of the next Forza Horizon game. According to a now deleted post on social media, the Forza Horizon team was scanning Kei cars for the next entry in the franchise, which suggests Forza Horizon 6 could head to Japan.
The Online Gaming Bill, 2025 was recently passed by Parliament, and real money gaming platforms like Dream11 and MPL have reportedly begun to halt their RMG-related operations in the country. While users may still have access to games not requiring money deposits, thanks to the new law that prohibits online money gaming services but allowse-sports and other social games.
After years of wait, Hollow Knight: Silksong finally has a release date. The Metroidvania action platformer is launching across PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S/X, Nintendo Switch, and Switch 2 on September 4. It will also be available on Xbox Game Pass.
The Online Gaming bill, piloted by Minister of Electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw, was approved by the Upper House after rejecting amendments moved by Opposition members. The bill was passed by the Lok Sabha on Wednesday.
The Rogue Prince of Persia is now available on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series S/X, Ubisoft and partner developer Evil Empire announced at Xbox's Gamescom broadcast on Wednesay. The game's 1.0 version arrives after it spent over a year in early access on Steam.
Sony has announced a price hike for its PlayStation 5 consoles in the US for the first time since the Trump administration imposed widespread tariffs on imports in April. Prices of the PS5, PS5 digital edition, and the PS5 Pro are going up by $50.
Microsoft announced the release date for its Xbox-branded ROG Ally handhelds at Gamescom on Wednesday. The ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X will launch on October 16. Microsoft and Asus, however, said they would reveal the pricing at a later date.
Gamescom Opening Night Live brought a host of new game reveals, announcements, trailers, and more. From Lords of the Fallen 2 and a new game from Disco Elysium developer ZA/UM to a new Lego Batman game and Sekiro anime. Here are all the major announcements from the show.
Black Myth: Wukong developer Game Science announced Black Myth: Zhong Kui, a sequel to the popular action-RPG, at Gamescom Opening Night Live on Tuesday. The new Black Myth game is still in early development, with no confirmed release date yet.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 was fully revealed at Gamescom Opening Night Live on Tuesday. The shooter will launch across PC and consoles on November 14. Pre-orders for Black Ops 7 are now live.
Ayn Thor’s launch has been confirmed by the Chinese handheld maker. The firm revealed that the device could debut soon, along with a promotional video that reveals its design. Moreover, the company has also announced that it will unveil the Odin 3 soon after the debut of the AYN Thor. Currently, little is known about the two handhelds, apart from the screen size of Ayn Thor.
Gamescom Opening Night Live will take place later today at 11.30pm IST. The in-person event will be livestreamed across YouTube and Twitch. Here's how to watch the show digitally.
EA has rolled out a new update to Battlefield 2042, adding a fan-favourite map, new weapons and vehicles, and Battlefield 6 rewards. The update also adds a free Battlepass, alongside bringing bug fixes and gameplay changes.
Nintendo has announced a Direct presentation dedicated to upcoming Switch 2 racing title Kirby Air Riders. The livestream will take place on Tuesday, August 19. It will feature an "in-depth" look at the game with director Masahiro Sakurai.
Gamescom Opening Night Live showcase will be livestreamed on Tuesday. The show will feature new game announcements, updates and trailers, gameplay reveals, and more. Here's what to expect from the show.
Asus ROG Xbox Ally has been spotted on Amazon ahead of its launch. The launch date of the upcoming ROG Xbox Ally is expected to be announced during Gamescom 2025, which will begin in August. This comes after the price of the devices in Europe leaked. The company first unveiled the two handhelds, the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, on June 8.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 will release on November 14 across PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series S/X, according to a recent leak. The game will skip Nintendo Switch 2 at launch. Black Ops 7 is set to get a reveal at Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 19.
Sony has revealed the games joining PS Plus Game Catalog in August. This month's Game Catalog titles include Mortal Kombat 1, Marvel's Spider-Man, Sword of the Sea, and more. Game Catalog is available to PS Plus Deluxe/ Premium subscribers.
Crimson Desert, the upcoming open-world action-adventure title from South Korean developer Pearl Abyss, has been delayed. The game has been pushed back to Q1 2026 from its late 2025 release window, the studio confirmed at its Q2 FY 2025 earnings call on Thursday.
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 is a 27-inch QHD QD-OLED gaming monitor with a 500Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ Gaming, VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500, UL Glare Free coating, and OLED Safeguard+ burn-in protection. Meanwhile, the Samsung Odyssey G7 series includes a 37-inch 4K 165Hz model and a 40-inch 21:9 180Hz model, both with 1000R curvature and 3,000:1 contrast ratio. All models feature multiple gaming enhancements, HDR support, and adjustable stands, with the 40-inch G7 variant offering split-screen modes.
EA reportedly turned down BioWare's pitch to remaster Dragon Age: Origins, Dragon Age 2, and Dragon Age: Inquisition as a trilogy, according to a former producer. The studio wanted to remaster the first three games in the series, much like Mass Effect Legendary Edition.
Microsoft has confirmed it will continue to support Forza Motorsport and Forza Horizon 5. The Xbox parent, however, did not confirm future entries in the two racing franchises. Turn 10 Studios said it was adding new content to Forza Motorsport, a month after the studio was reportedly hit with layoffs.
Google is reportedly dropping support for the Steam for Chromebook Beta programme at the end of this year. As per the report, Chromebook users attempting to launch the beta app are now getting a pop-up message informing them about the upcoming discontinuation. The Mountain View-based tech giant has reportedly set January 1, 2026.
Microsoft has cancelled development on Contraband, a co-op title that was in the works at Just Cause maker Avalanche Studios. The news comes a month after Xbox was hit with widespread cuts, that saw several projects cancelled.
Players who are logging in to play the first Battlefield 6 open beta in early access are finding the game's servers full. The game reached over 3,30,000 concurrent players on Steam on Thursday. EA said it was working on increase server capacity.
A reliable tipster has confirmed the release date for ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X handhelds. The two Xbox-branded handhelds will reportedly launch in October. Pre-orders for the devices are expected to go live later this month at Gamescom.
Sony sees a tariff impact of JPY 70 billion, compared to jpy 100 billion forecast in May. It said the estimated impact is based on tariff rates as of August 1 and that the situation remained fluid.
While it's too early to say, EA seems to have a hit on its hands with Battlefield 6. The first open beta of the much-anticipated military shooter has attracted over 20,000 concurrent players on Steam ahead of Early Access starting on August 7. Battlefield 6 will launch across PC, PS5, and Xbox Series S/X on October 10.
Developer MiHoYo is discontinuing Genshin Impact on PS4, citing hardware limitations and platform application size. The PS4 version of the game will be delisted from the PlayStation Store in September, with all updates and in-game purchases stopping next year.
Nintendo has announced an Indie World Showcase for upcoming indie games on Switch and Switch 2. The showcase will take place on Thursday, August 7 at 6 am PT (6.30 pm IST). It will be roughly 15 minutes long and will be broadcast on Nintendo's YouTube channel.
Microsoft has announced the titles joining Xbox Game Pass in the first half of August. The lineup of games is led by Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Mirage. Other games joining the service include Rain World, Aliens: Fireteam Elite, 9 Kings and more.
