
<p>Gamescom is probably one of the biggest yearly gaming events, and we are only a few days away now! To start the festivities and build up the hype even more, Geoff Keighley has now revealed the first few games confirmed to appear during Gamescom Opening Night Live. To make it clear, we are talking about the games that will have a section during ONL, and not only those who will be present across the convention.</p>



<p>Opening Night Live will take place on <strong>Tuesday, August 25 at 11:00 am PT / 02:00 pm ET / 19:00 BST / 20:00 CEST</strong>, so one day before Gamescom officially opens its doors to the public.</p>



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<p>So far, eight games have been confirmed for the show:</p>



<ul>
<li>The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past</li>



<li>Final Fantasy VII Revelation</li>



<li>Gears of War: E-Day</li>



<li>Ananta</li>



<li>Tides of Annihilation</li>



<li>Metro 2039</li>



<li>Game of Thrones: War for Westeros</li>



<li>Warlock: Dungeons &amp; Dragons</li>
</ul>



<p>Most of these are already some of the biggest games expected to appear during Gamescom, with Final Fantasy VII Revelation, The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past and Gears of War: E-Day standing out in particular.</p>



<p>Square Enix has already confirmed that Final Fantasy VII Revelation will reveal a lot of information during the showcase, with game director Naoki Hamaguchi, who will be present as well, so we will most likely get a ton of details around the game. Meanwhile, The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past is the newly announced expansion for CD Projekt Red’s RPG, and Gears of War: E-Day is one of Microsoft’s biggest upcoming releases.</p>



<p>It is also worth pointing out that this is not the complete Gamescom Opening Night Live lineup. These are simply the games Keighley has confirmed so far, and the showcase is expected to feature additional announcements, surprises, and reveals. As always, Geoff Keighley is hosting the show. The main presentation is expected to run for around two hours, so you pretty much expect a TON of content on top of the 8 confirmed games so far!</p>



<p>If you are planning to watch ONL this year, you can expect a lot of amazing surprises, and we will be here to cover it all alongside you as well, so stay tuned!</p>



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Geoff Keighley has revealed the games confirmed for Gamescom Opening Night Live, including The Witcher 3, Final Fantasy VII and more!


Geoff Keighley Reveals Games Confirmed for Gamescom ONL


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Gamescom is probably one of the biggest yearly gaming events, and we are only a few days away now! To start the festivities and build up the hype even more, Geoff Keighley has now revealed the first few games confirmed to appear during Gamescom Opening Night Live. To make it clear, we are talking about the games that will have a section during ONL, and not only those who will be present across the convention.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Opening Night Live will take place on <strong>Tuesday, August 25 at 11:00 am PT / 02:00 pm ET / 19:00 BST / 20:00 CEST</strong>, so one day before Gamescom officially opens its doors to the public.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So far, eight games have been confirmed for the show:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past</li>



<li>Final Fantasy VII Revelation</li>



<li>Gears of War: E-Day</li>



<li>Ananta</li>



<li>Tides of Annihilation</li>



<li>Metro 2039</li>



<li>Game of Thrones: War for Westeros</li>



<li>Warlock: Dungeons &amp; Dragons</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Most of these are already some of the biggest games expected to appear during Gamescom, with Final Fantasy VII Revelation, The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past and Gears of War: E-Day standing out in particular.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Square Enix has already confirmed that Final Fantasy VII Revelation will reveal a lot of information during the showcase, with game director Naoki Hamaguchi, who will be present as well, so we will most likely get a ton of details around the game. Meanwhile, The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past is the newly announced expansion for CD Projekt Red&#8217;s RPG, and Gears of War: E-Day is one of Microsoft&#8217;s biggest upcoming releases.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">It is also worth pointing out that this is not the complete Gamescom Opening Night Live lineup. These are simply the games Keighley has confirmed so far, and the showcase is expected to feature additional announcements, surprises, and reveals. As always, Geoff Keighley is hosting the show. The main presentation is expected to run for around two hours, so you pretty much expect a TON of content on top of the 8 confirmed games so far!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you are planning to watch ONL this year, you can expect a lot of amazing surprises, and we will be here to cover it all alongside you as well, so stay tuned!</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you have been following Star Wars Zero Company, you have probably seen The Den mentioned quite a bit. But what exactly is The Den, and what can you really do there?</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Den is basically Zero Company&#8217;s base of operations. It is located inside a large hangar on the Ring of Kafrene. This is where you will prepare your squad between missions, recruit new Operators, manage their equipment, deal with injuries, and build relationships between members of the team. The Den also serves as the main management hub for the campaign, with a few different Facilities dedicated to different parts of Zero Company&#8217;s progression.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Unlike the game&#8217;s turn-based battles that use an isometric perspective, The Den is explored from a third-person perspective.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And you will want to spend quite a bit of time here, because a lot of the decisions you make between missions can directly affect how your next operation plays out.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Can You Do in The Den?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">There are different Facilities inside The Den, each with its own purpose. Here is what you can expect to manage there.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">HoloTable</h3>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The HoloTable is essentially your starting point whenever you are deciding what to do next. From here, you can launch Tactical Missions, begin Operations, and check Zero Company&#8217;s Influence across different regions.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Operations are shorter assignments that do not involve the game&#8217;s tactical combat. Instead, they can provide things like Credits, Weapon Mods, Utilities and Intel, and some Operations also present choices that can affect your relationships with other Operators or even influence how the enemy develops.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Tactical Missions are the game&#8217;s main combat encounters, where you will take your squad to different planets and fight through turn-based battles. Completing Tactical Missions also gives you Intel, and that is then used to undertake Operations.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">There is an important detail to remember, though: both Operations and Tactical Missions are linked to the campaign&#8217;s Cycle system. Some activities will disappear if you do not complete them in time, and certain Tactical Missions are required to advance the main story.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So you will not necessarily be able to sit around in The Den forever before deciding what to do next.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Zone Influence</h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Your activities also contribute to Zone Influence in the region where you are operating.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Earn enough Influence, and you will unlock Zone Rewards. These can include upgrades, powerful Utilities, and Contacts.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Contacts can then be used to gain even more Influence, giving you another reason to pay attention to the strategic layer instead of simply rushing from one story mission to another.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Recruitment</h2>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">As your campaign progresses, you will need more Operators to keep Zero Company running. That is where the Recruitment Facility comes in.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">New Custom Operators can be recruited here using Credits. Each Cycle provides a selection of recruits, with each character coming with their own name, Talent, Primary Specialization, weapon type, and backstory. You can then adjust many of those characteristics after recruiting them.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Don&#8217;t like the current selection? You can refresh the available recruits.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">You can also create your own pool of Custom Operators for the Recruitment Facility, giving you more control over the kind of characters that can show up. There is one limitation, though. The Den has a Roster Capacity, meaning you cannot simply recruit an unlimited number of Operators. You will need to increase your capacity through upgrades as the campaign progresses.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Personnel</h2>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Personnel Facility is where you will manage the development of your Operators. You can check their combat statistics, manage their Focus Tree, and keep track of their relationships with other members of Zero Company.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Focus Tree lets you spend Focus Points to improve an Operator&#8217;s Talents, Abilities, and Passives.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">You can also change most Operators&#8217; Specializations from here, meaning you are not permanently stuck with the role you initially gave someone. That is particularly useful considering the game&#8217;s class system allows Operators to eventually combine different classes. Keep in mind that some operators are exceptions, though. They will have a set base class, and you cannot change that. A good example is the Jedi. You can only have one, and it will be that character and no one else.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Bonds</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">One of the more interesting systems managed through Personnel is the Bond system. Every pair of Operators has a relationship with each other that can initially be neutral or even negative. As your squad members fight together and complete Operations, Tactical Missions, and other activities, those relationships can improve.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Increasing a Bond can unlock Cross Training, giving both Operators permanent combat bonuses. Reach the maximum Bond level, and they will unlock an even stronger Cross Training benefit through a Passive Ability.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Your decisions can also affect these relationships. At certain points in the story, Hawks will face Dilemmas, with members of Zero Company giving their opinions on what you should do. Choosing one option over another can change your Bond with specific Operators.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So the Den is not simply where you upgrade numbers. It is also where you evolve the relationships within your squad.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Armory</h2>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Need better equipment? The Armory is where you will handle Zero Company&#8217;s weapons and Utilities. Every Operator starts with a default weapon, but you can change their equipment here. There are four weapon types:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Longarm</li>



<li>Repeater</li>



<li>Rifle</li>



<li>Pistol</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Weapons can also be modified using Weapon Modifications, and those alter their stats and can give them additional effects. Weapons have a limited number of Modification Slots, and you will be able to increase those slots as you progress through the campaign. You can also customize the appearance of your weapons with different blaster models and colors.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Utilities</h3>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Armory also handles Utilities. These give Operators additional abilities to use during combat, such as Impact Bombs and Concussion Grenades. The number of Utilities an Operator can carry depends on their Specialization, so you will need to think about how you want to distribute your equipment across the squad.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">You can also purchase Weapon Modifications and Utilities from the Black Market using Credits.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Upgrades</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Upgrade Facility is where you improve The Den itself and unlock additional capabilities for Zero Company. Upgrades can improve the infrastructure of your base or provide benefits to your entire roster. For example, you can build a Droid Bay that allows you to recruit Astromech Custom Operators. Other upgrades can provide various improvements to your Operators.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">However, these upgrades are not instant. Building one takes at least one Cycle and requires an available Build Slot. You will unlock Build Slots as you progress, so you can work on multiple upgrades simultaneously. But once again, deciding what to build and when becomes part of the campaign&#8217;s strategic layer.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Medbay</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Missions are dangerous, and not everyone is going to walk away without injuries. The Medbay is where you will send injured Operators to recover. </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Standard beds take one Cycle to heal an Operator, and the Bacta Tank can provide an instant recovery. Neither option is completely free, and healing an injured Operator costs Credits. That means you will need to decide when it is worth spending your money to get someone back into the fight, and you might want to keep some savings on the side, just in case you need an emergency express recovery.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Customization</h2>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Customization Facility is where you can change how your Operators look. You can modify their outfits and other cosmetic options, but there is more to it than simply changing armor colors. Hawks and Custom Operators can also change species. The following options are available:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Hawks:
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Devaronian</li>



<li>Human</li>



<li>Mirialan</li>



<li>Togruta</li>



<li>Twi&#8217;lek</li>



<li>Zabrak</li>
</ul>
</li>



<li>Custom Operators:
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Devaronian</li>



<li>Human</li>



<li>Mirialan</li>



<li>Neimoidian</li>



<li>Ovissian</li>



<li>Rodian</li>



<li>Togruta</li>



<li>Twi&#8217;lek</li>



<li>Weequay</li>



<li>Zabrak</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Custom Operators have a bit more choice than Hawks, but at least, even though Hawks is your main character, you are not locked into a single appearance throughout the campaign.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Memorial</h2>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Unfortunately, some members of Zero Company may not make it to the end. The Memorial is dedicated to Operators who die during the campaign. You can visit it to look back at their service and see the statistics and accomplishments they recorded before their death. It is a small feature, but it fits particularly well with the game. Your choices have consequences, and sometimes, these are bad consequences, and someone will die. But at least, you can always remember them, and make sure you do not make the same mistake twice.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you are playing with permadeath enabled, losing a character you have spent hours developing and building Bonds with should make the Memorial a little more meaningful as well.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Den Is Basically Your Home</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The easiest way to think about The Den is as the home of Star Wars Zero Company. When you are not fighting, this is where you will be making most of your important decisions. You can:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Recruit and manage Operators</li>



<li>Upgrade your squad</li>



<li>Change Specializations</li>



<li>Improve abilities through the Focus Tree</li>



<li>Build Bonds between Operators</li>



<li>Equip weapons and Utilities</li>



<li>Modify weapons</li>



<li>Heal injured Operators</li>



<li>Upgrade The Den</li>



<li>Manage Credits and Intel</li>



<li>Complete Operations</li>



<li>Track Zone Influence</li>



<li>Customize your characters</li>



<li>Create Astromech Operators</li>



<li>Review fallen Operators at the Memorial</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And because many of these systems interact with each other, it is not just a collection of unrelated menus. You might recruit a new Operator, change their Specialization, give them different equipment, pair them with another character to build a Bond, and then take both into a Tactical Mission. What happens in that mission can then affect their Injuries, Bonds, progression, and the resources you will have available when you return to The Den.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">That is ultimately what makes The Den important. It is the home you return to after an important mission, and also where you prepare Zero Company for the next battle. </p>



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The Den is Star Wars Zero Company’s base of operations, where you can recruit Operators, upgrade gear, manage Bonds and treat injuries!


Star Wars Zero Company: The Den Explained


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you want to play Star Wars Zero Company but have not watched The Clone Wars, you might be wondering if you should watch the series first.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The good news is that you do not need to. Zero Company tells its own story and introduces a new group of characters, so you will not be completely lost if you have not seen the animated series.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The game follows Zero Company, a group led by Hawks, a former Republic officer. The story takes place during the final years of the Clone Wars, though, so knowing a little about that period of Star Wars will help put some of the characters and events into context.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Is Star Wars Zero Company Connected to The Clone Wars?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Yes. Zero Company is not adapting a story from The Clone Wars, but the two are still connected. The game is set around 20 BBY, near the end of the Clone Wars and between Star Wars: Episode II &#8211; Attack of the Clones and Episode III &#8211; Revenge of the Sith. You will play as Hawks and the rest of Zero Company as they investigate a new threat, and on the other side, the Galactic Republic and Separatist Alliance are still at war.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So even if Hawks and the rest of Zero Company are new characters, the game will also feature some familiar faces. Anakin Skywalker and Captain Rex are both connected to the story, and Zero Company also draws from events seen in The Clone Wars, including the well-known Umbara arc.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So even if you do not need to know the entire history of the Clone Wars to understand what is happening, fans of the show will probably recognize quite a few things.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Will You Be Lost if You Have Not Watched the Clone Wars?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Probably not. Zero Company has been designed as its own story, with Hawks and the rest of the squad introducing players to the game&#8217;s characters, conflicts, and setting. In theory, the game should give you enough context needed around the story, so you do not feel lost. However, there might be some easter eggs or hints here and there to things that you will only notice if you watched Clone Wars.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">You will definitely not need to remember hundreds of episodes of The Clone Wars just to understand why you are fighting a particular battle in the game.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The bigger advantage of watching the show is simply context. Knowing what the Clone Wars are, understanding the relationship between the Republic and the Separatists, and being familiar with characters such as Anakin and Rex will make everything feel more familiar. It can also make some returning characters and references more interesting when they appear.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Should You Watch Before Zero Company?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you do not know much about Star Wars at all, I would recommend watching Attack of the Clones first. That is where the Clone Wars begin, and it gives you the basic context you need for the conflict that Zero Company takes place in. From there, you could watch The Clone Wars if you want a much better understanding of the era. But you do not have to watch all seven seasons just to play Zero Company. The show contains a huge number of different stories and characters, and plenty of episodes are not particularly relevant to the game&#8217;s story.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you are specifically trying to prepare for Zero Company, the most useful material is the stuff covering the Clone Wars, its big factions, and some of the characters connected to the game.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And if you end up enjoying the show, then obviously there is nothing stopping you from watching the whole thing. For example, here is a <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/ZeroCompany/comments/1u4gln6/comment/orcys00/?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=web3x&amp;utm_name=web3xcss&amp;utm_term=1&amp;utm_content=share_button" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">recommended list of episodes</a> that are related to specific squad members:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>S2 E12-14 (Cly Kullervo)</li>



<li>S4 E7-10 (Luco Bronc)</li>



<li>S5 E14-16 (Cly Kullervo)</li>



<li>S6 E1-4 (Trick)</li>



<li>Optional: S7 E9-12</li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What About Revenge of the Sith?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Revenge of the Sith is also worth watching if you are interested in the setting. Zero Company takes place near the end of the Clone Wars, shortly before the events of Episode III. That means the game is taking place during one of the most important periods in the Star Wars timeline.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">But you do not need to have seen Revenge of the Sith to understand Zero Company. It is just that knowing where the Clone Wars ultimately lead gives the game&#8217;s setting some additional context. There is also a certain appeal to playing a game set during this period while knowing that the galaxy is getting closer and closer to the events of Episode III.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What About Andor?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Andor is also worth mentioning, although for a completely different reason. It is not set during the Clone Wars and therefore will not give you much useful information about the game&#8217;s specific timeline. However, the developers have discussed Andor as an inspiration for the tone they are aiming for with Zero Company.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And that makes sense when you look at the game&#8217;s premise.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Zero Company is not about playing as a traditional Jedi hero. You are commanding a group of unconventional characters, including mercenaries, former soldiers, droids, and other specialists operating in the shadows of a much larger war. So if you are interested in seeing the kind of more grounded, espionage-focused Star Wars tone that Zero Company is going for, Andor is a much better comparison than a prerequisite.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">So, Should You Watch The Clone Wars Before Zero Company?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Even if you have never watched The Clone Wars, you can safely start Zero Company without it. The game has its own characters and story, and you should not need an encyclopedic knowledge of Star Wars to follow the campaign.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">However, if you are interested in getting more context and you want to be able to notice little easter eggs or things like that, then watching Attack of the Clones, followed by some of The Clone Wars, is a good way to get familiar with everything.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So the recommendation is pretty simple:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Need to watch The Clone Wars? No.</li>



<li>Will watching it give you more context? Absolutely.</li>



<li>Do you need to watch all seven seasons before playing? Definitely not.</li>
</ul>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For more information about Star Wars Zero Company, check out <a href="https://all.gg/games/star-wars-zero-company/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">our latest news</a>!</p>


If you are wondering if you need to watch The Clone Wars before playing Star Wars Zero Company, here is what you should know.


Do You Need to Watch The Clone Wars Before Star Wars Zero Company?


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The day has finally arrived. After being announced almost three years ago, the <a href="https://all.gg/news/fallen-aces-episode-2-is-out-now-with-25-off-on-steam/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/fallen-aces-episode-2-is-out-now-with-25-off-on-steam/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">highly anticipated FPS immersive sim</a>, Twisted Tower, is finally here! If you&#8217;re a fan of the classic BioShock games, you&#8217;re in for a wonderfully fun and horror-filled experience.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Twisted Tower Calls</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Explore an abandoned 1950s resort that blends the eerie atmosphere of BioShock with the colorful wonder of Disney World. The tower is crawling with twisted fairy-tale mascots, challenging puzzles, deadly traps, and <a href="https://all.gg/news/dungeon-lurker-hits-50k-steam-wishlists/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/dungeon-lurker-hits-50k-steam-wishlists/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">plenty of dark secrets</a> waiting to be uncovered. As you climb toward the top, you&#8217;ll also uncover the mysteries of your past while fighting to win back the love of your life.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And when we say Twisted Tower captures the spirit of BioShock, we mean it. The environments, set pieces, story beats, combat, looting, and upgrade systems all carry that familiar immersive-sim feel, but with a fresh, bloody carnival twist.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The tower also offers plenty of reasons to return. Multiple paths and hidden routes give you different ways to explore its twisted halls, creating new opportunities for follow-up playthroughs and keeping the world fresh. Plus, it&#8217;s certainly hit the mark with an Overwhelmingly Positive rating on Steam.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So, what are you waiting for? The Park is <a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/1575990/Twisted_Tower/" data-type="link" data-id="https://store.steampowered.com/app/1575990/Twisted_Tower/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">officially open</a>. Are you tough enough to reach the top of the tower and save the love of your life? Or will you fall to the horrific shambling mascots below?</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"></p>


Twisted Tower is finally here! Explore a twisted 1950s resort filled with deadly traps, terrifying mascots, dark secrets, and BioShock-inspired

Twisted Tower Opens Its Doors to a Bloody 1950s Nightmare


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The day is finally here. After months of anticipation, Entropy, the latest game from the developers at Lovely Hellplace, has finally arrived. Assemble your party of mercenaries and forge your own path into hell.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Recruit. Fight. Die.</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Entropy is <a href="https://all.gg/news/entropy-preview-mercenary-party-rpg-with-bleak-jrpg-inspired-combat/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/entropy-preview-mercenary-party-rpg-with-bleak-jrpg-inspired-combat/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">a turn-based RPG inspired by classic JRPGs</a>, blending open-world exploration, unique locations, and character-driven dialogue with old-school mechanics and strategic combat.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Your journey begins in the town of Draenog, where a performance you&#8217;re putting on is suddenly interrupted by fighting at the town&#8217;s gates. Demons have arrived in force. Alongside your fellow townspeople, you grab your wooden sword, gather your troupe, and prepare to defend your home.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">While you may win the battle, the war is only just beginning. Demons have begun infesting the surrounding lands, and now it&#8217;s up to you to assemble the right group of mercenaries and put an end to the invasion.</p>



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Entropy has arrived! Build your party of mercenaries, explore a demon-infested world, and fight back against the forces of hell.


Entropy Is Finally Here: Enter a Dark JRPG Adventure


<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><a href="https://youtu.be/FODWkUYMuQc" data-type="link" data-id="https://youtu.be/FODWkUYMuQc" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Is the wait for <em>The Elder Scrolls 6</em> getting you down? </a>Are you searching for a new open-world RPG inspired by <em>Morrowind</em>? If so, <em>The Lantern of the Laughless Saint</em> might be exactly what you&#8217;re looking for.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Dream. A Lantern. A Saint.</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><em>The Lantern of the Laughless Saint</em> puts exploration front and center, <a href="https://all.gg/news/no-rest-for-the-wicked-is-more-than-a-souls-like-rpg/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/no-rest-for-the-wicked-is-more-than-a-souls-like-rpg/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">drawing inspiration from classic RPGs</a> like <em>Morrowind</em>. You and your friends share the same mysterious dream, which draws you to an isolated island. Now, you must explore the island, follow leads, uncover shortcuts, and find your own way into the mysterious Tower.</p>



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</div></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">As you explore, you&#8217;ll discover new characters, locations, and quests around every corner. The game embraces an open-ended design, giving many quests multiple resolutions and outcomes. <a href="https://all.gg/news/tainted-grail-the-fall-of-avalon-celebrates-1-year/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/tainted-grail-the-fall-of-avalon-celebrates-1-year/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Your choices also shape the world around you</a>. You can treat your fellow stranded travelers with kindness, use violence, or rely on deception to get what you want.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The game also features full co-op, multiple combat styles, and a wide variety of weapons. These options give you plenty of ways to approach combat and exploration, making each playthrough feel a little different and giving you plenty of reasons to jump back in.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The developers also designed <em>The Lantern of the Laughless Saint</em> as a prologue to their upcoming title, <em>The Holy Fool</em>. The next game will expand on the combat, lore, and world introduced here, giving fans even more to look forward to.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">You can grab <em>The Lantern of the Laughless Saint</em> <a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/3849000/The_Lantern_of_the_Laughless_Saint/" data-type="link" data-id="https://store.steampowered.com/app/3849000/The_Lantern_of_the_Laughless_Saint/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">on Steam</a> for just $20. If you want a new open-world RPG with <em>Morrowind</em>-inspired exploration, player choice, and co-op, this one is well worth checking out.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"></p>


The Lantern of the Laughless Saint is an open-world RPG inspired by Morrowind, featuring co-op, branching quests, exploration, and meaningful

The Lantern of the Laughless Saint Is a Morrowind-Like RPG


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Game Science is back with another look at its next big project, and this time, there&#8217;s plenty for fans to see. The developers recently released a full 15-minute gameplay trailer for Black Myth: Zhong Kui, showcasing new cutscenes, character and enemy designs, combat, and plenty more.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">New<strong> Zhong Kui</strong> Gameplay</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Zhong Kui has been in development for roughly a year since Game Science <a href="https://all.gg/news/black-myth-zhong-kui-is-just-the-beginning-of-a-mythic-universe/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/black-myth-zhong-kui-is-just-the-beginning-of-a-mythic-universe/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">officially revealed it in August 2025</a>. Since then, fans haven&#8217;t had much information to go off of, with the developers keeping details about the upcoming action RPG relatively quiet.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Thankfully, that wait is finally over. Just one year after its announcement, Game Science has given fans an extended look at Black Myth: Zhong Kui with a new 15-minute gameplay trailer. The footage offers a much better idea of what players can expect from the next entry in the Black Myth series, including its combat, world, characters, and enemies.</p>



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</div></figure>


Game Science has finally given fans an extended look at Black Myth: Zhong Kui with a new 15-minute gameplay trailer packed with combat, characters

Black Myth: Zhong Kui Finally Reveals New Gameplay


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Rebel Wolves has released a new video showing The Blood of Dawnwalker running on PS5 Pro. The footage lasts a little over five minutes and includes a mix of exploration, quests, and combat, so we finally have a better idea of what the game will look like and run like on console.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">They also confirmed two graphics modes for the PS5 Pro. Both modes use dynamic 4K resolution, but neither one targets 60 FPS at launch.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Both options come with some visual enhancements on the PS5 Pro, with the main difference being either a better image quality or a higher frame rate.</p>



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</div></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Blood of Dawnwalker PS5 Pro Graphics Modes</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So, to make it clearer, here is how the two modes break down:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Quality</strong>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Dynamic 4K</li>



<li>30 FPS</li>
</ul>
</li>



<li><strong>Balanced</strong>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Dynamic 4K</li>



<li>40 FPS</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Basically, if you want the best possible image quality, Quality Mode is the way to go. If you would rather have a slightly smoother experience, Balanced Mode raises the target to 40 FPS.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The PS5 Pro also provides additional visual improvements regardless of the mode you choose.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What About 60 FPS?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">As you probably expected, the announcement has already made a lot of players angry, particularly around the fact that The Blood of Dawnwalker does not offer a 60 FPS mode on PS5 Pro. Some players have already pointed out that a game launching in 2026 should be aiming for 60 FPS on consoles, particularly on the more powerful PS5 Pro. That is a fair criticism if 60 FPS is important to you, but frame rate alone does not tell us how well a game is really running.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">A well-paced 30 FPS can feel much better than a 60 FPS mode that constantly dips or has inconsistent frame delivery. Getting a game to run at 60 FPS also is not simply a case of flipping a switch. The developers may have to reduce resolution, graphical detail, effects, CPU-heavy simulation, or other parts of the game&#8217;s presentation to reach that target.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And The Blood of Dawnwalker is a large, open-world action RPG with a lot happening in its environments, characters, and systems. For a single-player game like this, some players may prefer a higher-quality 30 FPS over a 60 FPS mode that requires more noticeable visual compromises. That does not mean 30 FPS is automatically the better choice either. If you prefer a smoother image, the 40 FPS Balanced Mode is at least a decent middle ground for PS5 Pro owners. And from what we can see in the video, it seems the game still runs really well on the PS5 Pro, so for those who will play on console, you should have no problem enjoying the game at a stable 30 or 40 FPS.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Ultimately, there are two sides to the PS5 Pro discussion.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you want 60 FPS at all costs, the lack of a 60 FPS option is obviously going to be disappointing, but then again, if you want constant 60 FPS, the best option remains to move from console to a high-end PC. But if your priority is a visually ambitious single-player RPG with consistent performance, 30 FPS Quality Mode or 40 FPS Balanced Mode may be perfectly reasonable choices, particularly if the game maintains good frame pacing.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The important thing will be seeing how those modes perform once the game is in players&#8217; hands. No one can really judge unless you play through the entire thing yourself.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For more information about The Blood of Dawnwalker, check out <a href="https://all.gg/games/the-blood-of-dawnwalker/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">our latest news</a>!</p>


Rebel Wolves has shown new console gameplay for The Blood of Dawnwalker, revealing 30 FPS Quality and 40 FPS Balanced modes on PS5 Pro.


The Blood of Dawnwalker Console Players Are Unhappy About Target FPS


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">You have probably seen all the <a href="https://all.gg/news/gta-6-is-leaking-again-with-details-about-map-and-gameplay/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">recent GTA 6 leaks</a> showing an older build with quite a lot of gameplay and other in-game elements. Well, it turns out these really caused plenty of frustration inside Rockstar Games. And understandably so. But it seems like this is not making Rockstar change their current plans. According to <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2026-08-21/rockstar-rattled-as-grand-theft-auto-vi-leaks-again" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bloomberg&#8217;s Jason Schreier</a>, Rockstar currently has no plans to delay the August 27 gameplay premiere of GTA 6, despite the leaker apparently still being active.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So basically, the planned GTA 6 Extended Look will therefore continue as scheduled, with the presentation set to <a href="https://all.gg/news/rockstar-confirms-gta-6-extended-look-coming-during-gamescom-week/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">premiere on Netflix on August 27</a>. And for those who do not have a Netflix subscription, you also do not have to worry because the exact same content will go live on YouTube only a few hours later. It is not a week-long exclusivity or anything like that, so do not feel pressured into having to pay a subscription for this.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Rockstar Is Still Trying to Find the Leaker</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">One of the biggest problems for Rockstar right now is that the source of the leak apparently has not been identified. According to Schreier&#8217;s report, Rockstar&#8217;s management is focused on figuring out where the breach came from while the person responsible remains active. The situation is particularly frustrating for the studio because this is the second main GTA 6 leak. The first happened back in 2022, when a huge amount of unfinished footage from the game was stolen and released online.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This time around, the leaked material apparently comes from a working build of GTA 6, so it is not just a collection of pre-recorded videos.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">That makes the situation considerably more serious for Rockstar, especially with the official gameplay reveal only days away.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/07/gta6-cal-hampton-1024x576.webp" alt="GTA 6 Cal" class="wp-image-15922" srcset="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/07/gta6-cal-hampton-1024x576.webp 1024w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/07/gta6-cal-hampton-300x169.webp 300w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/07/gta6-cal-hampton-768x432.webp 768w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/07/gta6-cal-hampton-1536x864.webp 1536w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/07/gta6-cal-hampton.webp 1920w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">GTA 6&#8217;s Big Reveal Was Supposed to Be On Netflix</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The timing could not be much worse for Rockstar. The August 27 presentation was supposed to be the first time the public would see GTA 6 gameplay, with Rockstar choosing Netflix for what was intended to be a massive showcase for the game.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The leaked footage obviously undercuts that plan. Even if it is from an older build, and many details may have changed by now, it still ends up showing people a lot of things that we were not supposed to see just yet. Instead of waiting for Rockstar&#8217;s polished presentation, players have already been able to see unofficial footage circulating online, including gameplay of Jason, driving, combat, and other parts of the game. That does not mean the August 27 presentation is suddenly pointless, though. As mentioned, the leaked material is from an older development build, meaning it should not necessarily be treated as representative of the version Rockstar is preparing to show. And Rockstar still appears determined to present the game on its own terms, so they most likely have much more planned for the Netflix reveal. </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">It is also good to remind everyone to be very careful around this leaker, as he does seems to use the hype around the GTA leaks to sell things such as &#8220;<a href="https://x.com/LegacyKillaHD/status/2090910949003722895?s=20" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">custom-made gameplay footage</a>&#8220;, so we recommend to not interact with it much, and to not buy anything from them, as you do not know what you will get, and it could potentially put you in danger.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Rockstar Employees Are Furious</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Perhaps the most frustrating part of the situation is what Rockstar employees had to go through after the 2022 leak. According to Schreier, following that incident, Rockstar significantly tightened security around GTA 6. The company ended remote work for the team and required developers to return to the office five days a week, with the changes specifically intended to prevent another major leak.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And yet, another one has now happened.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Schreier says that developers are understandably angry and frustrated by the situation, particularly after spending years working under those much stricter conditions. It is easy to understand why that would be demoralizing. Developers were asked to give up remote work in the name of protecting the game, only for another leak to happen anyway.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Ultimately, let&#8217;s not forget that leaks like this not only ruin the fun for a lot of players, but also the work devs have put into their games for years. One of Rockstar&#8217;s senior executives has apparently sent an email to employees condemning the leak and also telling them that the incident should not overshadow the work they have done on GTA 6.  </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">GTA 6 Is Still on Track</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Despite all of this, there does not appear to be any immediate change to Rockstar&#8217;s plans. The studio is continuing to work on GTA 6, and the company is not planning to change its current marketing strategy because of the leak. That means the August 27 Extended Look is still expected to go ahead as planned.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The game&#8217;s release date also remains November 19, 2026, with no indication that the recent leak has caused another delay.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So, for now, Rockstar is basically trying to move forward as if this never happened, and simultaneously figuring out how someone managed to get access to the game in the first place. The leaked footage may have stolen some of the surprise from the August 27 presentation, but Rockstar still has the opportunity to show players the actual, polished version of GTA 6, with a ton of other surprises no one will have expected at all!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And considering how long fans have been waiting for proper gameplay, August 27 is definitely going to be a pretty big day for GTA 6, no matter what.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For more information about GTA 6, check out <a href="https://all.gg/games/gta-vi/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">our latest news</a>!</p>


Rockstar reportedly has no plans to delay GTA 6’s Netflix reveal despite the latest leaks, but the studio is trying to identify the source.


Rockstar Is Furious Over GTA 6 Leaks, but They Will Not Delay the Netflix Reveal


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For those who were wondering if you can play as a Jedi in STAR WARS Zero Company, the answer is yes, but there is a pretty big condition.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">You cannot create your own Jedi or turn one of your custom Operators into one. The Jedi Padawan class is exclusive to Tel-Rea Vokoss, one of Zero Company&#8217;s authored characters. So yes, you can indeed take a Jedi into battle alongside your custom squad, but it has to be Tel-Rea, and you will not get an entire squad of lightsaber-wielding Jedi running around.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How Does the Jedi Work in Star Wars Zero Company?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Tel-Rea Vokoss is the game&#8217;s Jedi Padawan Operator and one of the game&#8217;s four exotic classes.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Her combat style combines dual lightsabers with Force abilities, including Force Push. That ability can even be used to knock an enemy out of cover and into the Overwatch zone of another squad member, creating some pretty nasty combinations. The important part is that Tel-Rea is the only Operator who can use the Jedi Padawan class. You cannot recruit a generic Jedi, and you cannot give the Jedi class to Hawks or one of your custom Operators.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">In other words, if you want a lightsaber-wielding Jedi in your squad, Tel-Rea is your only option. So yes, you can have a Jedi, but it can not be just anyone in your squad. Story-wise, it probably makes sense, but for those who were hoping to get a really cool squad filled with lightsabers&#8230; it is sadly not possible.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Are Classes in Star Wars Zero Company?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This is where things can get a little confusing, because not everything you can recruit in Zero Company is technically a class. Every Operator is built using several different layers:</p>



<ol start="1" class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Unique Talent</strong> &#8211; a special ability tied to the individual character.</li>



<li><strong>Weapon Specialization</strong> &#8211; determines the weapons they can use.</li>



<li><strong>Primary Class</strong> &#8211; their main combat role.</li>



<li><strong>Secondary Class</strong> &#8211; unlocked later in the campaign and lets the Operator combine two classes.</li>
</ol>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">There are 12 classes in total, split between eight standard classes and four exotic classes. The eight standard classes can be used by any recruit, but exotic classes have specific restrictions. Jedi is one of those exotic classes.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Eight Standard Classes</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The standard classes are essentially the game&#8217;s normal combat roles, and you can experiment with them much more freely.</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Assault</strong>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>The Assault class focuses on getting close to enemies and forcing them out of cover.</li>



<li>It is the aggressive frontline option, designed to close the distance and disrupt enemy positions.</li>
</ul>
</li>



<li><strong>Heavy</strong>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Heavy is the more defensive frontline class.</li>



<li>Rather than rushing around the battlefield, Heavy is about surviving, holding ground and taking punishment. Its Ultimate ability uses a rocket launcher for some serious damage.</li>
</ul>
</li>



<li><strong>Soldier</strong>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Soldier is the game&#8217;s generalist.</li>



<li>It has access to melee attacks, grenades, a heavy blaster, and a rocket launcher, making it a good option if you want an Operator who can handle a bit of everything.</li>



<li>The story character Trick uses the Soldier class.</li>
</ul>
</li>



<li><strong>Sharpshooter</strong>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Sharpshooter is all about eliminating a specific high-priority target.</li>



<li>Where other ranged classes focus on spreading damage around, Sharpshooter is designed to isolate one enemy and take them out with precision.</li>
</ul>
</li>



<li><strong>Gunslinger</strong>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Gunslinger takes almost the opposite approach.</li>



<li>It does not focus on one target, but it can make multiple attacks during a turn and spread its damage across multiple enemies.</li>



<li>So the basic difference is pretty simple:
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Sharpshooter = one target.</li>



<li>Gunslinger = multiple targets.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
</li>



<li><strong>Medic</strong>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Medic keeps the rest of the squad alive.</li>



<li>The class focuses on healing and preventing Injuries, which is particularly important because three Injuries can permanently remove an Operator.</li>



<li>But Medics are not completely passive either. Their support abilities can also be used to make offensive Operators considerably more effective.</li>
</ul>
</li>



<li><strong>Scout</strong>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Scout is focused on reconnaissance, positioning, and improving the effectiveness of the rest of the team.</li>



<li>The class creates advantages that other Operators can take advantage of.</li>
</ul>
</li>



<li><strong>Scoundrel</strong>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Scoundrel is the more flexible one.</li>



<li>The class is designed around reacting to what is happening on the battlefield and creating opportunities for other Operators, making it particularly interesting when combined with another class later in the game.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">So Where Do Clone Troopers Fit In?</h2>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This is where the terminology can get confusing. Clone Trooper is not a class. Instead, Clone Troopers are Operators that can be unlocked and customized. Their class is a separate part of their build. That means you can have a Clone Trooper who is an Assault, Heavy, Medic, Sharpshooter, or one of the other standard classes.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And yes, that means you can eventually create a full squad of Clone Troopers.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The same basic idea applies to your custom characters. The character&#8217;s appearance, species, and identity are not necessarily what determines their combat role. So if your dream is to assemble your own little squad of Clone Troopers, you can absolutely do that.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">But Jedi Are Different</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Jedi Padawan class is one of the game&#8217;s exotic classes, and these work differently from the standard ones. There are currently four exotic classes:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Jedi Padawan</strong> &#8211; exclusive to Tel-Rea Vokoss</li>



<li><strong>Mandalorian Warrior</strong> &#8211; exclusive to Cly Kullervo</li>



<li><strong>Astromech</strong> &#8211; available to custom droids. You can have a full Astromech squad</li>



<li><strong>One unrevealed exotic class</strong></li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Unlike the standard classes, you cannot simply take any recruit and assign an exotic class to them. That is why you cannot have a full Jedi squad.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Operators Can Eventually Have Two Classes</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The class system gets even more interesting later in the campaign. Every Operator eventually unlocks a secondary class, allowing them to combine two of the eight standard classes. For example, you could combine Medic and Gunslinger. The Medic&#8217;s Combat Stim can increase an ally&#8217;s damage and health, and Gunslinger can make multiple attacks in a turn. Putting those two things together creates a much stronger offensive setup than simply using the two abilities independently. Another example is Scoundrel + Sharpshooter. Scoundrel can use Identify Weakness to mark an enemy for a critical hit, and Sharpshooter is already designed to eliminate a single priority target.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So the class system is not really about picking one permanent role and sticking with it. It is much more about building combinations that complement each other. Standard class specializations can also be changed through the Personnel room at The Den, so you are encouraged to experiment before permanently locking a character into one role.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So to recap, Tel-Rea Vokoss is the only Jedi Padawan Operator, so she is the only way to have a lightsaber-wielding Jedi in Star Wars Zero Company. But if you are after a full squad of Clone Troopers, that is absolutely possible. So yes, you can play as a Jedi. Just do not expect to build an entire Jedi Council in The Den.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For more information about Star Wars Zero Company, check out <a href="https://all.gg/games/star-wars-zero-company/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">our latest news</a>!</p>


You can play as a Jedi in Star Wars Zero Company, but it comes with specific conditions, so how does this exotic class compare to the others?


Can You Play as a Jedi in Star Wars Zero Company?


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you are wondering if STAR WARS Zero Company has multiplayer, the answer is pretty simple: no, it does not.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Despite the game putting a big focus on building and commanding a squad of different Operators, Star Wars Zero Company is strictly a single-player experience. There are no online multiplayer modes, co-op missions, or any competitive PvP. So if you were hoping to team up with a friend and take your squad into the Clone Wars together, unfortunately, that is not possible.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">No Co-Op and No PvP?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So as mentioned, no, Star Wars Zero Company does not have co-op either. The entire game is designed around a single player controlling Zero Company. You will decide the Operators you want to bring into battle, where they move, the abilities they use, and how you want to approach each encounter. The fact that you are commanding a squad does not mean each character is controlled by a different player. You are in charge of the entire team. This is also true for the game&#8217;s story missions because there is no option to have another player join you and take control of some of your Operators.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And on top of that, there is also no competitive multiplayer or PvP in Star Wars Zero Company. The game&#8217;s combat is entirely built around a single-player tactical experience, with you taking on the game&#8217;s various enemy factions during the Clone Wars. That means you will not find any type of multiplayer modes such as team deathmatch, ranked battles, or competitive squad-based combat.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Bit Reactor has designed Zero Company as a single-player tactical RPG experience, rather than a game built around multiplayer. That is important because the game&#8217;s systems are designed around giving one player control over the entire squad. You are supposed to think about the composition of your team, their abilities, their Bonds, and how they work together. So even if multiplayer would certainly be fun, there is currently no multiplayer component to Star Wars Zero Company because the game was simply not made for that.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Can You Do in Star Wars Zero Company?</h2>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Even if there is no multiplayer, you still have quite a bit to manage as a solo player! The game revolves around building your own version of Zero Company, with different characters and customizable Operators. You will spend your time across three main parts of the game.</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Solo Campaign</strong></li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The main campaign follows Hawks, a former Republic officer who leads Zero Company during the final stages of the Clone Wars. You will take the squad through a 30 to 40h long story-driven campaign where you have to make decisions about the Operators you want to bring into different missions.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And yes, you read that right, the campaign is expected to take around 30 to 40 hours for the average player, depending on difficulty and experience with strategy games.</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Turn-Based Tactical Combat</strong></li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The actual missions are built around traditional turn-based tactics. You will position your Operators, use cover, take advantage of situations, and combine abilities to deal with the various threats on the battlefield. The game also gives you plenty of freedom when building your squad. You can customize Operators, experiment with different weapons and abilities, and develop Bonds between characters to unlock additional combat synergies.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And yes, you can eventually create some pretty unusual squads. You can unlock Clone Troopers and build a full Clone Trooper team, and Astromechs can also fill your squad once they are unlocked.</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>The Den</strong></li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Between missions, you will return to The Den, your base of operations.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This is where you will manage your Operators, upgrade equipment, recruit new characters, and develop relationships within the squad. You will also make strategic decisions through the Galaxy Map, with Operations offering additional rewards, story events, and other opportunities before heading into your next Tactical Mission.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Will Multiplayer Be Added Later?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">There is no announced plan for multiplayer or co-op for the time being, and I would not necessarily expect any. Bit Reactor has also said they currently have nothing to announce regarding DLC or post-launch content, so there is no indication that multiplayer is being planned for a future update. For now, it is best to treat Star Wars Zero Company as what it was designed to be: a single-player, turn-based Star Wars tactics game.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you are looking for a Star Wars game you can play with friends, this unfortunately is not it. But if you are happy taking control of an entire squad yourself, Zero Company is built specifically around that experience!</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For more information about Star Wars Zero Company, check out <a href="https://all.gg/games/star-wars-zero-company/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">our latest news</a>!</p>


Wondering if Star Wars Zero Company has multiplayer or co-op? Here is everything you need to know about its different modes.


Does Star Wars Zero Company Have Multiplayer or Co-Op?


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">There are plenty of brand-new upcoming titles catching attention during the <a href="https://all.gg/news/steam-ukrainian-games-festival-brings-big-discounts/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/steam-ukrainian-games-festival-brings-big-discounts/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Steam Ukrainian Games Festival</a>, but one game has certainly caught our eye. I Hear the Forest is a thematically bizarre slow-burn psychological horror game where you play as a forest ranger exploring an eerie, seemingly living forest in search of a cure for a mysterious curse.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What is I Hear the Forest?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">I Hear the Forest is a game that just popped onto our radar, and it is already pulling us in with its stylized visuals, <a href="https://all.gg/news/dreadwoods-gatekeeper-is-a-medieval-horror-game-worth-watching/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/dreadwoods-gatekeeper-is-a-medieval-horror-game-worth-watching/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">retro-inspired vibe</a>, and, most importantly, its promise of being a true slow burn.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We always love indie games that invite you into a strange new world and give you the time to get lost in it. Exploring its environments, soaking in the atmosphere, and slowly becoming immersed in its world is always a treat, especially when a game is willing to take its time and really let its themes settle in. I Hear the Forest definitely looks like it could be one of those games.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">You play as a cursed forest ranger who must explore a mysterious forest and search for a cure before its hidden horrors consume you. Your goal is to explore the depths of the forest while picking mushrooms, gathering medicinal herbs, brewing potions, fishing, and cooking in hopes of finding a cure.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Of course,<a href="https://all.gg/news/dandelion-void-brings-survival-horror-to-space/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/dandelion-void-brings-survival-horror-to-space/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> this is no ordinary forest</a>. Along the way, you can speak with animals and trees while slowly uncovering the hidden horrors lurking throughout this mystical wilderness.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">I Hear the Forest also promises multiple endings based on the choices you make, with each playthrough taking you on a several-hour journey through a thick and lingering atmosphere of fear.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If this sounds like your type of vibe, we definitely recommend wishlisting I Hear the Forest <a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/5038420/I_Hear_the_Forest/" data-type="link" data-id="https://store.steampowered.com/app/5038420/I_Hear_the_Forest/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">on Steam</a> and following the developer to keep up with future updates.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"></p>


I Hear the Forest is a bizarre slow-burn psychological horror game where a cursed forest ranger explores an eerie, living wilderness in search of a

I Hear the Forest Is a Bizarre Slow-Burn Horror Game


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Chorus of Sin for Dead by Daylight is dropping very soon. Along with <a href="https://all.gg/news/dead-by-daylight-drops-chorus-of-sin-story-trailer/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/dead-by-daylight-drops-chorus-of-sin-story-trailer/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">today&#8217;s story trailer</a>, the devs have also showcased some upcoming Twitch Drops for the chapter&#8217;s release on August 25th.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Chorus of Sin Twitch Drops</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">From August 25th to September 8th, you can earn fragments of the Judgment&#8217;s favor by watching any channel streaming Dead by Daylight on Twitch.</p>



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">You can&#39;t escape judgment. 👁️<br>Earn three new drops by watching any channel streaming Dead by Daylight on Twitch starting August 25th at 11AM ET. 🔗 <a href="https://t.co/FGK2VRo0T3">https://t.co/FGK2VRo0T3</a> <a href="https://t.co/rQRJr629uB">pic.twitter.com/rQRJr629uB</a></p>&mdash; Dead by Daylight 🔜 GAMESCOM (@DeadbyDaylight) <a href="https://x.com/DeadbyDaylight/status/2090816357877137849?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 21, 2026</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How to Claim the Rewards</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">To obtain any drops, all you have to do is make sure your <a href="https://account.bhvr.com/twitch/dbd" data-type="link" data-id="https://account.bhvr.com/twitch/dbd" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Dead by Daylight account and Twitch are connected</a>. Afterward, watch any Drops-enabled Dead by Daylight streams in the <a href="https://www.twitch.tv/directory/category/dead-by-daylight" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.twitch.tv/directory/category/dead-by-daylight" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Dead by Daylight section</a>. You’ll see your progress tracked in the Twitch Drops Inventory as you watch. After you’ve reached the required watch time, go to your Twitch Drops Inventory and manually claim the reward.</p>



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Dead by Daylight’s Chorus of Sin chapter is bringing new Twitch Drops from August 25 through September 8. Here is how to earn and claim them.


Dead by Daylight Chorus of Sin Twitch Drops Start August 25


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The time has come to face judgment for your choices. Dead by Daylight just dropped its upcoming Chorus of Sin story trailer, giving yet another showcase of the community-crafted Killer and Survivor.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Chorus Draws Near</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The highly anticipated Dead by Daylight Chorus of Sin chapter is nearly here, and fans have been waiting a very long time for this one. In case you weren&#8217;t aware, the Chorus of Sin is the first community-made and voted DBD chapter, so the community is very aware of the designs, themes, concepts, and behind-the-scenes art for the entire chapter.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So in short, the fan base wasn&#8217;t in the dark for this one, especially since<a href="https://all.gg/news/dead-by-daylight-ptb-full-chorus-of-sin-patch-notes/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/dead-by-daylight-ptb-full-chorus-of-sin-patch-notes/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> it&#8217;s been on the PTB for nearly a month</a>. But the wait is almost over, as the Chorus of Sin chapter is coming out in just a few days on August 25. Plus, to keep the fans hyped, there&#8217;s a beautiful story trailer that just came out, showcasing one of the most powerful Killers in DBD lore so far.</p>



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Dead by Daylight has dropped a new Chorus of Sin story trailer, giving fans another look at the highly anticipated community-made chapter before its

Dead by Daylight Drops Chorus of Sin Story Trailer


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This year&#8217;s annual <a href="https://store.steampowered.com/sale/ukrainiangamesfestival2026?tab=7" data-type="link" data-id="https://store.steampowered.com/sale/ukrainiangamesfestival2026?tab=7" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Steam Ukrainian Games Festival</a> is officially underway! If you&#8217;re looking for something new to play, now is a great time to celebrate the talented developers of Ukraine, save some money, and maybe even discover your next favorite game.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Ukrainian Games Festival</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Steam Ukrainian Games Festival is a week-long celebration of games developed in Ukraine, giving players the perfect excuse to dive into hundreds of new, classic, and upcoming titles. Whether you&#8217;re looking for a massive adventure, a creepy horror experience, or something a little more unusual, there are plenty of games worth checking out.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">A bunch of titles are currently on sale, including some pretty steep discounts:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Sherlock Holmes: The Devil&#8217;s Daughter</strong> &#8211; 90% off</li>



<li><strong>GUTTED: Infested Crypts</strong> &#8211; 10% off</li>



<li><strong>Dice Legends</strong> &#8211; 50% off</li>



<li><strong>FEAR OF FAITH</strong> &#8211; 20% off</li>



<li><strong>Metro Exodus Saga</strong> &#8211; 87% off</li>



<li><strong>No one lives under the lighthouse Director&#8217;s cut</strong> &#8211; 75% off</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you&#8217;re more interested in checking out something brand-new, there are also several interesting games that either recently launched or were announced this month. These include:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>PROFITS 2167: Planetary Resource Optimization &amp; Freight Infrastructure Technician Simulator</strong></li>



<li><strong>I Hear the Forest</strong></li>



<li><strong>NEVERFED</strong></li>



<li><strong>Saturn 94</strong></li>



<li><strong>Steel Core</strong></li>



<li><strong>POLYSTRIKE</strong></li>



<li><strong>METRO 2039</strong></li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So, whether you&#8217;re looking to grab a heavily discounted game or discover something completely new, the Steam Ukrainian Games Festival has plenty to explore. Just don&#8217;t wait too long; <strong>the event will only be around for roughly a week</strong>, so now is the time to start browsing if you want to take advantage of the deals and see what these developers have been cooking up.</p>



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The Steam Ukrainian Games Festival is now live! Check out huge discounts, new releases, upcoming games, and more from talented Ukrainian developers.


Steam Ukrainian Games Festival Brings Big Discounts


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">A few months ago, after releasing the <a href="https://youtu.be/WxLUZ1omFA8?si=Jg7ain9g3n8r3IIs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Star Wars Zero Company Gameplay trailer</a> on June 5, Bit Reactor answered a bunch of questions from the community about what we can expect from the upcoming turn-based tactics game. The developer hosted a Q&amp;A through the official EA Star Wars Discord, answering questions about everything from the campaign length and squad customization to permadeath, Clone Troopers, Jedi, New Game+, and even the ability to recruit Separatist droids.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">There are quite a few interesting details in there, so we made a quick recap of some of the biggest ones, in case you missed it. And we also recommend you take a look at the last trailer that came out a few days ago!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Star Wars Zero Company Has a 30-40 Hour Campaign</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">According to lead producer Caydence Funk, the average player should expect the main story campaign to take around 30 to 40 hours, although your difficulty level and experience with strategy games will obviously have an impact. That is a pretty substantial campaign for a turn-based tactics game, especially considering the different ways you can build and customize your squad.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">As always, this of course depends on how long you take to complete things. You might be slightly faster, but you can also take your time with things.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Yes, You Can Build a Full Clone Trooper Squad</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">One of the more interesting answers concerns Clone Troopers. Operators will have access to Clone Trooper armor cosmetics, including customizable armor from the beginning. Clone Trooper helmets will even add voice modulation to characters. You can also eventually unlock actual Clone Troopers as Operators, meaning you can put together a full squad of Clone Troopers if that is how you want to play.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The customization apparently goes pretty deep too, with different paint jobs, patterns, helmets, and armor options available.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">You Can Also Make a Full Astromech Team</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If Clone Troopers are not your thing, there is another wonderful option. You will be happy to know that Astromechs are unlocked relatively early, and once you can recruit them, you can fill your squad entirely with astromechs.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Hawks is required for story missions, but the remaining slots can be filled with astromechs, so yes, you can apparently make an entire team of little droids. Unfortunately, the same is not true for Separatist battle droids. Bit Reactor confirmed that Separatist droids cannot be recruited as Operators.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Only One Jedi Padawan Can Join Zero Company</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">There is also a little bad news for anyone hoping to build a Jedi-only squad.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Tel-Rea is the only Jedi Padawan class Operator in the game.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So if you are wondering if you will be able to recruit multiple Jedi Padawans, the answer is no. And considering the developer&#8217;s warning to &#8220;be careful that nothing unfortunate happens to her,&#8221; it sounds like keeping Tel-Rea alive might be worth prioritizing.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Hawks Has to Survive</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Speaking of staying alive, Hawks is treated differently from the rest of your squad. Because Hawks is the main playable character, his death automatically causes a mission failure, meaning you will have to restart the mission. So no fooling around and killing Hawks during one of your main missions, or you will have to start it over! </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Hawks is also required for every story mission, but you have much more freedom during skirmish missions, where you can bring whichever Operators you want.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Permadeath Is Available</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For players who want the full XCOM-style experience, permadeath is enabled by default, but you can turn it off in the settings. This means that losing Operators can have permanent consequences during a campaign, making squad management and tactical decisions even more important.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Bit Reactor says the system is intended to reinforce one of the themes of Star Wars Zero Company: dealing with loss and pushing forward despite it. So we would recommend you keep it on, but it is understandable that not everyone wants to lose their squad members.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">No New Game+ at Launch</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Unfortunately, there will not be a New Game+ mode at launch.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">There is still a reason to replay the campaign, though. You can unlock certain customization options during subsequent playthroughs, giving you another reason to return after finishing the story. The game&#8217;s different squad combinations, difficulty settings, and character Bonds should also make different playthroughs play out somewhat differently.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So even if there is no New Game+, so to speak, you can still redo your campaign and make different choices.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">You Can Have Up to 20 Operators</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Your headquarters, known as The Den, will eventually support up to 20 Operators. You will not have access to all of those slots immediately. Players start with a maximum of seven Operators, with the limit increasing through upgrades at The Den, story progression, and new Authored Operators joining the squad.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Your standard tactical squad can contain up to four Operators, and certain missions will allow you to control additional characters as well.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">No Mod Support Is Planned</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Unfortunately for PC players, official mod support is not planned for Star Wars Zero Company. Bit Reactor says it has a lot of respect for the modding community, but there are currently no plans to officially support mods. So if you were planning mods for the game, you can sadly trash these ideas.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">They did not specify if they plan on adding any in the future, so for now, I would not count on it. But if the game does well and a big part of the community asks for it, you never know what could happen. But for now, no mods.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">No Romance, But Squad Composition Can Affect the Story</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you are hoping for a more RPG-like relationship system, there is some good and bad news.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">There are no romance systems or huge branching story paths in Star Wars Zero Company. The overall story is linear from beginning to end, and you cannot romance Hawks with other characters. However, who you bring into your squad can affect certain story moments. You do have a Bond system that allows Operators to develop relationships and unlock additional abilities.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So your choices will not completely change the ending, but they can still affect parts of the journey.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">No DLC or Microtransactions Announced</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Bit Reactor also addressed post-launch content. For now, the team says it is focused on making the best possible game for launch and has nothing to announce regarding DLC or post-launch content. There are also no plans for additional monetization or microtransactions at this time.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">That does not necessarily tell us that DLC will ever happen, but for now, there is nothing officially announced.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">There Are Over 150 Planets on the Galaxy Map</h2>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">One of the bigger numbers revealed in the Q&amp;A is the game&#8217;s Galaxy Map. There are more than 150 planets where strategic Operations can potentially take place throughout the campaign. However, do not expect 150 fully explorable worlds. Many of these locations are used for the strategic side and &#8220;choose-your-own-adventure-style&#8221; decisions.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For the actual Tactical Missions, Bit Reactor says there are more than a dozen unique planets featuring detailed environments.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Weather Will Not Affect Combat</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you were wondering how the weather would have an impact on your tactical decisions, unfortunately (or fortunately, depending on how you like that or not), it will not.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Weather effects during combat are purely cosmetic and will not change visibility or squad efficiency.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">It is a small detail, but it does mean you do not suddenly need to rethink your entire strategy because a sandstorm rolled in.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">So, What Else Did We Learn?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">There is a <a href="https://www.ea.com/games/starwars/zero-company/news/answering-biggest-questions" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">lot more in the full Q&amp;A</a>, including details about the game&#8217;s four weapon classes, the Advantage system, Operations and Tactical Missions, enemy factions, and different tactical strategies. We also learned that there will not be specialized battlefield call-ins, outfits are purely cosmetic, species and factions do not have different weapon proficiencies, and there are no alternate endings based on your choices.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We also got a few of the devs&#8217; favorite standout abilities and strategies:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Force pulling or pushing an enemy into a squad member&#8217;s overwatch zone.</li>



<li>Bull-rushing an enemy into the void for an instant kill (think turbo lift shafts, water, cliffs, etc.)</li>



<li>Creating multiple overwatch zones in reinforcement areas.</li>



<li>Creating an extended turn with a Gunslinger who gains action points on a kill.</li>



<li>Calling for backup and gaining multiple bonded units to fire on a single target in one action move.</li>



<li>Clearing enemy cover with a rocket launcher or explosive.</li>



<li>Turning an astromech into a weapon-packed with firebombs, thermal detonators, and droid poppers.</li>



<li>Drawing enemies near explosive cover and using the sabotage ability to send them flying.</li>



<li>Scanning map with a droid to reveal a cloaked target.</li>



<li>Having the high ground!</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And finally, if you were wondering if the game will be available on Switch or Steam Deck, the answer is sadly no for now. But if they have any news on this front to share in the future, they will!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">As a reminder, Star Wars Zero Company launches August 27, 2026, on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S!</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For more information about Star Wars Zero Company, check out <a href="https://all.gg/games/star-wars-zero-company/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">our latest news</a>!</p>


Bit Reactor has answered fan questions about Star Wars Zero Company, revealing campaign length, Clone Trooper squads, and more!


Star Wars Zero Company Devs Answer the Biggest Questions From the Community


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Star Wars: Zero Company is launching next week, and EA has decided to share an early look at the game&#8217;s default controls for both PC and consoles. You can basically take a look at the control layouts ahead of launch, learn what the commands are, how it works, and what you can do with your squad using keyboard and mouse or a controller.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">EA says the team wanted Zero Company to feel good regardless of how you choose to play, and this is why they put a lot of effort into the default setup for each platform ahead of release.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Star Wars Zero Company PC Controls</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For PC players, the game uses the usual combination of keyboard and mouse controls, with movement, camera controls and tactical commands mapped across the keyboard and mouse. Keep in mind that if you do not have an English keyboard, the keys might change. For example, for French keyboards, WASD and QE are not in the exact same spot.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Star Wars Zero Company Controller Controls</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you are planning to play Star Wars Zero Company on PS5 or Xbox Series X|S, EA has also revealed the default controller layout.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The controls should be particularly important in Zero Company since you will spend most of your time carefully managing your squad and deciding how to approach each encounter. It is a single-player, turn-based tactics game, so having quick access to your abilities and commands will be important when planning your next move.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">EA refers to these as the &#8220;default control setups,&#8221; but they did not provide more details about the game&#8217;s controls, so we do not know how much you can customize these. If you are hoping to completely remap every key or button, you will have to wait until the game launches to find out exactly what is available, but it should be possible to remap a few things, at least for Keyboard users.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For more information about Star Wars Zero Company, check out <a href="https://all.gg/games/star-wars-zero-company/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">our latest news</a>!</p>


EA has revealed the default keyboard, mouse and controller controls for Star Wars Zero Company ahead of its launch.


Star Wars Zero Company Reveals PC and Controller Controls Ahead of Launch


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">When a game releases on Xbox and it comes from EA, the first question is usually: will it be available on Game Pass or EA Play? Star Wars Zero Company is launching on August 27, so you might be wondering if EA&#8217;s new turn-based tactics game will be available through Xbox Game Pass or EA Play.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Unfortunately, if you are hoping to play it through a subscription at launch, there is no good news just yet.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Is Star Wars Zero Company on Xbox Game Pass?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">No, Star Wars Zero Company has not been announced for Xbox Game Pass at launch.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">EA currently lists the game as a full release for Xbox Series X|S alongside its PC and PS5 versions, with pre-orders available through the respective storefronts. There has been no announcement from EA or Xbox confirming that the game will join Game Pass on day one.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">That does not necessarily mean it will never come to the service, though.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Game Pass availability can be announced separately from a game&#8217;s original release plans, so there is still a possibility that Zero Company could be added at a later date. For now, however, you will need to purchase the game if you want to play it on Xbox at launch.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Is Star Wars Zero Company on EA Play?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The situation is basically the same with EA Play. Despite being published by Electronic Arts, Star Wars Zero Company has not been confirmed as part of EA Play at launch. EA&#8217;s official announcement only confirms the game&#8217;s August 27 release and pre-orders across PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, without mentioning an EA Play inclusion. And this is worth pointing out because being an EA game does not automatically mean that a new release is available through EA Play on day one.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">EA Play has historically been used both for access to a library of games and for benefits around new releases, but a full game being added to the subscription is not something that should be assumed simply because EA publishes it.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Could Star Wars Zero Company Come to Game Pass or EA Play Later?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Absolutely, but keep in mind that nothing has been confirmed yet.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">There is a big difference between saying &#8220;Zero Company is not coming to Game Pass or EA Play&#8221; and saying &#8220;Zero Company is not coming to Game Pass or EA Play at launch.&#8221; Right now, we only have enough information to make the second statement. It is also not particularly unusual for games to be added to subscription services months after release. Publishers can use these deals to give a game another push after its initial launch window, potentially bringing in a new audience that was not willing to pay full price.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For a single-player game like Zero Company, that could make sense eventually. EA would get another opportunity to put the game in front of players, and Game Pass or EA Play subscribers would have an easy way to discover it.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">But that is speculation for now. EA has not announced any plans to bring Star Wars Zero Company to either service.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What About EA Play Pro?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">PC players should also be aware that EA Play Pro is a separate, higher-tier subscription from standard EA Play. However, EA has not announced Zero Company as an EA Play Pro launch title either. So, at launch, the situation is pretty simple. Star Wars Zero Company is a paid release on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, with no confirmed day-one Game Pass, EA Play or EA Play Pro inclusion.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">That could change later, but for now, if you are waiting for a subscription release before playing it, there is no date to wait for yet.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Zero Company launches August 27, 2026, putting you in command of an unconventional squad during the final days of the Clone Wars.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For more information about STAR WARS Zero Company, check out <a href="https://all.gg/games/star-wars-zero-company/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">our latest news</a>!</p>


Wondering if Star Wars Zero Company will be on Xbox Game Pass or EA Play? Here is what EA has confirmed about the subscription availability.


Is Star Wars Zero Company on Game Pass or EA Play?


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Star Wars fans will be happy to know that we just received some more launch intel for STAR WARS Zero Company! This single-player turn-based tactics game is launching on August 27 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, and we now know exactly at what time you will be able to play.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">As always, depending on where you live, you can start playing at a different time. Here is when Star Wars Zero Company will unlock in the different time zones.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Star Wars Zero Company Release Times</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-regular" style="overflow-x:auto;"><table style="table-layout:auto;width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;"><thead><tr><th style="text-align:left;padding:10px 24px 10px 0;border-bottom:2px solid currentColor;font-weight:700;">Country / Region</th><th style="text-align:left;padding:10px 24px 10px 0;border-bottom:2px solid currentColor;font-weight:700;white-space:nowrap;">Date</th><th style="text-align:left;padding:10px 0;border-bottom:2px solid currentColor;font-weight:700;white-space:nowrap;">Release Time</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 24px 10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);">United States — Pacific</td><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 24px 10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);white-space:nowrap;">August 27</td><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);white-space:nowrap;font-variant-numeric:tabular-nums;">8:00 AM PDT</td></tr><tr><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 24px 10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);">United States — Mountain</td><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 24px 10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);white-space:nowrap;">August 27</td><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);white-space:nowrap;font-variant-numeric:tabular-nums;">9:00 AM MDT</td></tr><tr><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 24px 10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);">United States — Eastern</td><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 24px 10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);white-space:nowrap;">August 27</td><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);white-space:nowrap;font-variant-numeric:tabular-nums;">11:00 AM EDT</td></tr><tr><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 24px 10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);">Brazil</td><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 24px 10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);white-space:nowrap;">August 27</td><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);white-space:nowrap;font-variant-numeric:tabular-nums;">12:00 PM BRT</td></tr><tr><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 24px 10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);">United Kingdom</td><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 24px 10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);white-space:nowrap;">August 27</td><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);white-space:nowrap;font-variant-numeric:tabular-nums;">4:00 PM BST</td></tr><tr><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 24px 10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);">France / Central Europe</td><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 24px 10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);white-space:nowrap;">August 27</td><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);white-space:nowrap;font-variant-numeric:tabular-nums;">5:00 PM CEST</td></tr><tr><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 24px 10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);">Türkiye</td><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 24px 10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);white-space:nowrap;">August 27</td><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);white-space:nowrap;font-variant-numeric:tabular-nums;">6:00 PM TRT</td></tr><tr><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 24px 10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);">Japan</td><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 24px 10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);white-space:nowrap;">August 28</td><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);white-space:nowrap;font-variant-numeric:tabular-nums;">12:00 AM JST</td></tr><tr><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 24px 10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);">Australia</td><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 24px 10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);white-space:nowrap;">August 28</td><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);white-space:nowrap;font-variant-numeric:tabular-nums;">1:00 AM AEST</td></tr><tr><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 24px 10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);">New Zealand</td><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 24px 10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);white-space:nowrap;">August 28</td><td style="text-align:left;padding:10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.25);white-space:nowrap;font-variant-numeric:tabular-nums;">3:00 AM NZST</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/swzrocompany-launch-times-1024x576.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-17150" srcset="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/swzrocompany-launch-times-1024x576.webp 1024w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/swzrocompany-launch-times-300x169.webp 300w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/swzrocompany-launch-times-768x432.webp 768w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/swzrocompany-launch-times-1536x864.webp 1536w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/swzrocompany-launch-times-2048x1152.webp 2048w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So, if you are in the US, you can start early in the morning, for example, and for most of Europe you can jump into Star Wars Zero Company in the afternoon on August 27. For players in Japan, Australia, and New Zealand, the game will technically release on August 28, thanks to the time difference, and you will have to get up pretty early if you want to play directly when the game releases!</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Is Star Wars Zero Company?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you are not familiar with the game yet, Star Wars Zero Company is a single-player, turn-based tactics game set during the twilight of the Clone Wars. You will play as Hawks, a former Republic officer who leads an elite squad known as Zero Company. The team is recruited for a dangerous operation involving an emerging threat that could eventually consume the entire galaxy.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The game is pretty much based on tactical decision-making, and you will have to adapt your squad and approach depending on the situation. You will take part in tactical missions and investigations as you work through an original Star Wars story. Your squad can include an unusual mix of characters, too. You can recruit different types of operatives ranging from scoundrels and astromechs to even a Jedi, with each character bringing their own abilities to the group. You can also develop relationships between your squad members, with characters learning to work together and unlocking new combat synergies as they gain experience. That means building the right team is not just about having the strongest ones, but also about figuring out the combinations that work best together.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Hawks can be customized as well, including the combat specialization and appearance. You will also be able to customize the other members of Zero Company, changing their appearances, loadouts, and abilities. And since your decisions can affect how the story and missions play out, the idea is that not every playthrough will be the same.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So if you are planning to jump in as soon as it releases, make sure to check the table above for your local time!</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For more information about STAR WARS Zero Company, check out <a href="https://all.gg/games/star-wars-zero-company/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">our latest news</a>!</p>


Star Wars Zero Company launches August 27 on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Here are the release times for every main time zone.


Star Wars Zero Company Launch Times Revealed


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Riot Games just put out an <a href="https://www.riotgames.com/en/news/2xko-active-development-ends-december-2026" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.riotgames.com/en/news/2xko-active-development-ends-december-2026" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">official announcement</a> today about the future of 2XKO, the free 2v2 fighting game. The announcement states that 2XKO will end active development by December 2026 and enter maintenance mode. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The End of 2XKO </h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">After launching back in January of this year, 2XKO is now officially shutting down its active development at the end of this year. However, before that occurs, there will be one final content patch that goes live in October. In addition, all in-game purchases made before August 20 will be refunded. Avatar and player profile items will be unlockable for Credits.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">But there is some good news despite all of this. Servers will remain on beyond 2026, and 2XKO will continue to be playable on all platforms. Plus, two new champions (Lux and Samira) will be coming to the game with the final few patches. Speaking of champions, all champs will be fully unlocked, and most cosmetic items will be getting thrown into bundles.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Also, Ranked will be removed, along with Battle Passes, KO Points, Champion Tokens, seasons, and events.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">But why is 2XKO&#8217;s development shutting down all of a sudden? Riot had this to say:</p>



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow">
<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We evaluated the game’s overall performance—not just revenue, but retention, new players, and engagement—through 2026. We saw positive player reactions through the releases of Akali, Senna, Thresh, The Climb (PVE), and some amazing competitive events throughout the year. Even in these highlight moments, however, we saw no meaningful, sustained change in 2XKO’s trajectory; only a&nbsp;<em>fraction</em>&nbsp;of what it would take to trend toward sustainability. Over time it became clear it would be impossible for us to continue actively developing the game as we are today.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">In recent months, the team has continued to take bold swings while fully aware of 2XKO&#8217;s challenges—but to attempt another year hoping for a way forward would have been an irresponsible choice for players and the dev team. To be super clear: we would have continued active development if we saw any viable future, but 2XKO costs us substantially more to operate than it brings in, and engagement has stayed relatively flat despite our larger updates.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So when we looked at all the options available (e.g., reducing team size, adjusting our patch schedules, changing our business model), we concluded that finishing the rest of our work-in-progress content and sunsetting active development was the best route forward for players and Rioters.&nbsp;</p>
</blockquote>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"></p>


Riot Games has announced that active development on 2XKO will end in December 2026. The game will remain playable, with final updates, refunds, and

Riot Games Is Ending Active Development on 2XKO


<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><em>Star Wars: Zero Company</em> is <a href="https://all.gg/news/star-wars-zero-company-standard-vs-deluxe-vs-collectors/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/star-wars-zero-company-standard-vs-deluxe-vs-collectors/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">dropping in just a few days</a>, and if you&#8217;re still wondering whether your PC is ready to handle the upcoming strategy game, you&#8217;re in the right place. The official PC requirements have now been revealed, giving players a better idea of what kind of hardware they&#8217;ll need to jump in at launch.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Whether you&#8217;re aiming for a smooth 1440p experience on High settings or just want to make sure your rig can get the game running at 1080p, here are the full recommended and minimum PC system requirements for <em>Star Wars: Zero Company.</em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Recommended PC System Requirements</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you want to play <em>Star Wars: Zero Company</em> at 2560&#215;1440 resolution with roughly 60 FPS and the graphics settings set to High, you&#8217;ll need some fairly capable hardware.</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>OS:</strong> 64-bit Windows 10/11 (Windows 11 Recommended)</li>



<li><strong>Processor (AMD):</strong> Ryzen 7 3700X</li>



<li><strong>Processor (Intel):</strong> Intel Core i7-10700K</li>



<li><strong>Memory:</strong> 32 GB RAM</li>



<li><strong>Graphics Card (AMD):</strong> Radeon RX 7800 XT</li>



<li><strong>Graphics Card (Nvidia):</strong> Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080</li>



<li><strong>DirectX:</strong> Version 12</li>



<li><strong>Online Connection Requirements:</strong> N/A</li>



<li><strong>Hard Drive Space:</strong> 50 GB</li>



<li><strong>Additional Notes:</strong> Resolution: 2560&#215;1440 | FPS: 60 | Graphics Settings Preset: High</li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Minimum PC System Requirements</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For those with older hardware, the minimum requirements are a little more forgiving. However, you&#8217;ll be targeting 1080p at 30 FPS with the graphics settings on Low.</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>OS:</strong> 64-bit Windows 10/11 (Windows 11 Recommended)</li>



<li><strong>Processor (AMD):</strong> Ryzen 5 2600X</li>



<li><strong>Processor (Intel):</strong> Intel Core i5-8400</li>



<li><strong>Memory:</strong> 16 GB RAM</li>



<li><strong>Graphics Card (AMD):</strong> Radeon RX 5600 XT, or Intel ARC B580</li>



<li><strong>Graphics Card (Nvidia):</strong> Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080</li>



<li><strong>DirectX:</strong> Version 12</li>



<li><strong>Online Connection Requirements:</strong> N/A</li>



<li><strong>Hard Drive Space:</strong> 50 GB</li>



<li><strong>Additional Notes:</strong> Resolution: 1920&#215;1080 | FPS: 30 | Graphics Settings Preset: Low</li>
</ul>


Star Wars: Zero Company is almost here, so make sure your PC is ready. Here are the full minimum and recommended system requirements.


Star Wars: Zero Company Minimum & Recommended PC Specs


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">With <em>Star Wars: Zero Company</em> dropping in just a few days, plenty of fans are probably wondering what exactly separates the Standard, Deluxe, and Collector&#8217;s Editions. From preorder bonuses and extra cosmetics to a massive box packed with physical collectibles, here&#8217;s a quick breakdown of every edition to help you decide which one is worth picking up.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Star Wars: Zero Company Standard Edition</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Let&#8217;s start with the basics. The <strong>Standard Edition</strong> will run you <strong>$49.99</strong> and includes the base game. However, if you preorder before release, you can also snag the <strong>Crystalline Astromech Cosmetic Pack</strong> at no additional cost.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So, if you&#8217;re just looking to jump into <em>Star Wars: Zero Company</em> without spending extra on cosmetics or collectibles, the Standard Edition is the straightforward option.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="780" height="934" src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Preorder.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-17136" srcset="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Preorder.webp 780w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Preorder-251x300.webp 251w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Preorder-768x920.webp 768w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Star Wars: Zero Company Deluxe Edition</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you want to deck out your squad with some extra customization options, the <strong>Deluxe Edition</strong> costs <strong>$59.99</strong> and includes a collection of cosmetic packs, tattoos, and weapon themes.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="1024" src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Deluxe-Edition-1024x1024.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-17137" srcset="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Deluxe-Edition-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Deluxe-Edition-300x300.webp 300w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Deluxe-Edition-150x150.webp 150w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Deluxe-Edition-768x768.webp 768w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Deluxe-Edition.webp 1440w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Deluxe Edition includes:</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The “Grand Army of the Republic” Cosmetic Pack</h3>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>“Republic Officer” Uniform</li>



<li>“100th Clone Company” Armor Set</li>



<li>“ARC Trooper” Armor Set</li>
</ul>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The “Shadow Collective” Cosmetic Pack</h3>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>“Pyke” Helmet Cosmetic</li>



<li>Five cosmetic tattoos:
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>“Pyke Syndicate”</li>



<li>“Hutt Cartel”</li>



<li>“Death Watch”</li>



<li>“Black Sun Syndicate”</li>



<li>“Crimson Dawn”</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Five Weapon Set Themes</h3>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>“100th Clone Company”</li>



<li>“Kafrene Informant”</li>



<li>“Black Sun Syndicate Enforcer”</li>



<li>“Bespin Security”</li>



<li>“Separatist Warrior”</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For an extra $10, you&#8217;re getting a solid pile of cosmetic options, especially if you want more ways to customize your squad and weapons.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Star Wars: Zero Company Collector&#8217;s Edition</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Then there&#8217;s the <strong><a href="https://all.gg/news/whats-inside-the-299-star-wars-zero-company-collectors-edition/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/whats-inside-the-299-star-wars-zero-company-collectors-edition/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Collector&#8217;s Edition</a></strong>, which goes all-in on physical goodies. This is the edition for the collectors out there, packing a whole mountain of <em>Star Wars</em> memorabilia alongside the game itself.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="1024" src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Collectors-Edition-Page-1-1024x1024.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-17132" srcset="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Collectors-Edition-Page-1-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Collectors-Edition-Page-1-300x300.webp 300w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Collectors-Edition-Page-1-150x150.webp 150w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Collectors-Edition-Page-1-768x768.webp 768w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Collectors-Edition-Page-1.webp 1080w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Collector&#8217;s Edition includes:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><em>Star Wars: Zero Company</em></li>



<li>A Premium Foil-Stamped Collector&#8217;s Box</li>



<li>A SteelBook</li>



<li>A Retro Jewel Case</li>



<li>A Variant <em>Star Wars: The Black Series</em> Electronic Thermal Detonator</li>



<li>A 31&#8243; x 12&#8243; Desk Mat</li>



<li>A Trick Pin</li>



<li>A Logo Pin</li>



<li>Character Cards</li>



<li>Patches</li>



<li>A Certificate of Authenticity</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">It&#8217;s definitely a hefty package, but there&#8217;s one catch: <strong>the Collector&#8217;s Edition is only available to preorder for a few more days</strong>. So, if that Thermal Detonator and the rest of the physical collectibles have caught your eye, you might want to grab one before preorders close.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Whether you&#8217;re looking for the cheapest way to jump in, some extra cosmetic customization, or a giant box full of <em>Star Wars</em> collectibles, there&#8217;s a version of <em>Star Wars: Zero Company</em> for just about every type of fan.</p>


Star Wars: Zero Company is almost here, but which edition should you buy? Here’s everything included with the Standard, Deluxe, and Collector’s

Star Wars: Zero Company Standard vs Deluxe vs Collector’s


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you&#8217;re already preparing to jump into <em>Star Wars: Zero Company</em>, Limited Run Games is offering a <a href="https://limitedrungames.com/products/star-wars-zero-company-collectors-edition-ps5-xbox-pc?srsltid=AfmBOop1nbX-SioDeH17-eHYQV95-I2BicepxkyNpk5k7ZpcYbbAEZKB" data-type="link" data-id="https://limitedrungames.com/products/star-wars-zero-company-collectors-edition-ps5-xbox-pc?srsltid=AfmBOop1nbX-SioDeH17-eHYQV95-I2BicepxkyNpk5k7ZpcYbbAEZKB" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Collector&#8217;s Edition</a> that goes far beyond just a fancy SteelBook and a few extra goodies. Priced at a hefty <strong>$299.99</strong>, this massive package is packed with physical collectibles, including an electronic thermal detonator, desk mat, pins, patches, and more.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Let&#8217;s break down exactly what you&#8217;re getting for that $299 price tag.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What&#8217;s Inside the Star Wars: Zero Company Collector&#8217;s Edition?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The biggest piece of the Collector&#8217;s Edition is, of course, <em>Star Wars: Zero Company</em> itself. The upcoming single-player turn-based tactics game puts players in command of an elite squad during the twilight of the Clone Wars.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="1024" src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Collectors-Edition-Page-1-1024x1024.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-17132" srcset="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Collectors-Edition-Page-1-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Collectors-Edition-Page-1-300x300.webp 300w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Collectors-Edition-Page-1-150x150.webp 150w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Collectors-Edition-Page-1-768x768.webp 768w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Collectors-Edition-Page-1.webp 1080w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">However, depending on which platform you choose, you&#8217;ll get your copy a little differently. PS5 and Xbox players will receive a physical copy of the game, while PC players will receive a Steam code. Limited Run Games also notes that console copies will ship ahead of the rest of the Collector&#8217;s Edition, while PC codes and Deluxe Edition Upgrade codes will be delivered by email on the game&#8217;s official release date.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Beyond the game itself, the Collector&#8217;s Edition includes:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><em>Star Wars: Zero Company</em></li>



<li>A Premium Foil Stamped Collector&#8217;s Box</li>



<li>A SteelBook</li>



<li>A Retro Jewel Case</li>



<li>A Variant <em>Star Wars: The Black Series</em> Electronic Thermal Detonator</li>



<li>A 31&#8243; x 12&#8243; Desk Mat</li>



<li>A Trick Pin</li>



<li>A Logo Pin</li>



<li>Character Cards</li>



<li>Patches</li>



<li>A Certificate of Authenticity</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Easily, the biggest takeaway is the Electronic Thermal Detonator. The game-inspired replica comes with two light-up modes: a standard mode and a &#8220;droid popper&#8221; mode. You can also arm the detonator and trigger its explosion sound effects by pressing the button or by tossing it.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="1024" src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Collectors-Edition-Page-2-1024x1024.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-17131" srcset="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Collectors-Edition-Page-2-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Collectors-Edition-Page-2-300x300.webp 300w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Collectors-Edition-Page-2-150x150.webp 150w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Collectors-Edition-Page-2-768x768.webp 768w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Star-Wars-Zero-Company-Collectors-Edition-Page-2.webp 1080w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Basically, if you&#8217;ve ever wanted a fancy Star Wars grenade sitting on your shelf, Limited Run Games has you covered. If you&#8217;re willing to drop $299 on <em>Star Wars: Zero Company</em>, at least you&#8217;re getting more than just the game. Whether the electronic thermal detonator is enough to justify that price tag, however, is something every Star Wars fan will have to decide for themselves.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">But don&#8217;t wait too long! Pre-Orders Close Aug 23rd, so grab a copy while you can!</p>


Star Wars: Zero Company is getting a massive $299 Collector’s Edition packed with collectibles, including a light-up electronic thermal detonator.


What’s Inside the $299 Star Wars: Zero Company Collector’s Edition?


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">It looks like Horizon Hunters Gathering is going through tough times. Some pretty important changes are happening right now. According to a <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-08-19/playstation-reboots-horizon-hunters-gathering-as-live-service-strategy-struggles?utm_source=website&amp;utm_medium=share&amp;utm_campaign=copy" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">new report from Bloomberg</a>, Guerrilla Games is rebooting the upcoming Horizon multiplayer game following negative feedback from players who took part in its private playtests. The biggest change is that the live-service elements are apparently being removed entirely. Instead, Guerrilla is now working toward a much smaller, more traditional co-op experience with a story mode. That is a pretty significant change from what was originally planned.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For those who do not know, this was the live-service game that was based around the Horizon Zero Dawn games.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/horizon-zero-dawn-1024x576.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-17127" srcset="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/horizon-zero-dawn-1024x576.webp 1024w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/horizon-zero-dawn-300x169.webp 300w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/horizon-zero-dawn-768x432.webp 768w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/horizon-zero-dawn-1536x864.webp 1536w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/horizon-zero-dawn.webp 1920w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">When Horizon Hunters Gathering was announced, Guerrilla described it as a three-player cooperative action game built around challenging and replayable hunts. Players would choose different Hunters, customize their builds, upgrade their gear, and take on modes. The game was also planned to have a small story campaign and a social hub between missions.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Now, however, the project has reportedly been rebooted since June, following a few rounds of private playtesting. According to the report, the feedback was not good enough for Sony to continue with the original live-service vision, leading Guerrilla to rethink what the game should be.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Horizon Hunters Gathering Is Not Cancelled&#8230; Yet</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Despite the reboot, Horizon Hunters Gathering has not been cancelled. That said, its future apparently is not completely secure either. Guerrilla has been given until December to show Sony executives enough progress on the new version of the game and convince them that the project is worth continuing. So there is still a chance that Hunters Gathering could eventually see the light of day, but it may end up looking very different from the game Guerrilla originally announced.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Honestly, moving away from the live-service model is probably a good thing for the project. The Horizon universe already has a strong foundation for co-op, and a focused game that you can simply play through with friends is a much different proposition from another game designed around keeping players coming back for years with a ton of microtransactions.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Of course, we will have to wait and see if Guerrilla can make the new version work.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What About Horizon 3?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Unfortunately for fans waiting for the next main Horizon game, there is also some less exciting news. The same report claims that the next single-player Horizon game is still &#8220;far, far away,&#8221; with only a small team currently working on it. A lot of Guerrilla&#8217;s resources have been used for Hunters Gathering, so the reboot could have even more consequences for the studio&#8217;s plans going forward.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">A lot of players compare this to the other recent live-service games that were canceled, such as The Last of Us one, and people start to wonder if companies should maybe stop trying to turn good games into live-services that will not work out either way. Players think that they should just focus more of their time and money on the next main game. The fact that they allocate so many resources to these live-service versions that never see the daylight is also a big reason why these same companies take so many years to release the next big game.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">As for this one, we will have to see if removing the live-service can turn the game around or not, but at least the studio appears to be listening to the feedback, so this is already a good thing.</p>



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Horizon Hunters Gathering is being rebooted after negative feedback, with its live-service elements removed in favor of a smaller co-op game.


Horizon Hunters Gathering Is Dropping Its Live-Service Plans


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">September cannot come fast enough for the release of The Blood of Dawnwalker. But, in the meantime, if you are wondering how long it will take to finish this amazing game, we finally have a pretty good idea. According to <a href="https://x.com/KindredBlade/status/2090090050650505268?s=20" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">developer Rebel Wolves</a>, the upcoming action RPG currently takes around 50 hours to complete on average. Obviously, that number can change quite a bit depending on how you play. </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And if you are the type of player who wants to see and do pretty much everything, you could be looking at 80 to 100+ hours.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Dawnwalker-coen-field-1024x576.webp" alt="The Blood of Dawnwalker Coen" class="wp-image-16606" srcset="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Dawnwalker-coen-field-1024x576.webp 1024w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Dawnwalker-coen-field-300x169.webp 300w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Dawnwalker-coen-field-768x432.webp 768w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Dawnwalker-coen-field-1536x864.webp 1536w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Dawnwalker-coen-field-2048x1152.webp 2048w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Not What They Had Planned</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Interestingly enough, that was not always the plan for the game. The developers originally wanted the game to be much shorter.</p>



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow">
<p class="wp-block-paragraph">&#8220;It&#8217;s funny, because when we started working, we planned it for 40 hours.&#8221;</p>
</blockquote>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The game has since grown considerably during development, with the current average sitting at around 50 hours.</p>



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow">
<p class="wp-block-paragraph">&#8220;Right now, the average is around 50 hours, but that depends on what difficulty level you&#8217;re playing, how picky you are, how much you explore, how much you upgrade your gear, and so on.&#8221;</p>
</blockquote>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So, realistically, 50 hours is probably a good base for a normal playthrough, and players who take their time exploring the world, upgrading their equipment, and completing more of the game&#8217;s content should expect considerably more. And that is without even taking into account the game&#8217;s multiple choices and endings. The Blood of Dawnwalker is built around player choice, with quests and story that can play out differently depending on how you spend your limited time. Rebel Wolves has previously explained that players will not be able to experience every story and quest in a single playthrough, meaning there is plenty of reason to come back for another run. This is particularly the case if you want to <a href="https://all.gg/news/the-blood-of-dawnwalker-reveals-all-46-achievements-available-at-launch/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">complete all the achievements</a>.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So basically, for completionists it is a different story entirely. If you want to explore as much as possible, upgrade your gear, and squeeze everything you can out of Vale Sangora, The Blood of Dawnwalker could end up being over 100 hours. Plenty of content for you to explore and discover!</p>



<hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/>



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Rebel Wolves revealed the average playthrough time and how long it could potentially take completionists to beat The Blood of Dawnwalker!


The Blood of Dawnwalker: How Long Does It Take to Beat?


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Xbox is bringing a pretty huge lineup of games to Cologne this year! During Gamescom 2026, they will have a ton of games that will be playable at the booth, but Xbox has now also revealed what we can expect from two different livestreams taking place during the event.</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Wednesday, August 26</li>



<li>Thursday, August 27</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Both livestreams will start at <strong>4 PM CEST</strong> / <strong>10 AM EDT / 7 AM PDT</strong>, and will feature gameplay, trailers, interviews, and more from the Xbox team. So basically, you can expect a lot of content planned across the two days! The two events will be streamed through Xbox&#8217;s <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@XBOX" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">official YouTube</a> and <a href="https://www.twitch.tv/xbox" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Twitch channels</a>. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1000" height="563" src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/xbox-broadcast.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-17119" srcset="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/xbox-broadcast.webp 1000w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/xbox-broadcast-300x169.webp 300w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/xbox-broadcast-768x432.webp 768w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">As you can see, they already planned some of the biggest upcoming titles, such as Fable, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, Crazy Taxi: World Tour, or even Minecraft Dungeons 2. The second day will be more about Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 and Tides of Annihilation, among many other huge games! Of course, keep in mind that this list is not final since Xbox is keeping some information secret. You can also expect a few new announcements, trailers, Game Pass changes, and more!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Xbox is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, so it looks like the company is going all-in for Gamescom 2026! There are already plenty of big games confirmed for the event, and these two livestreams should give us a good idea of what Xbox and its partners have planned next! And for those who are attending the convention, know that Xbox will also have their own booth, and you can test demos of most of the games previously mentioned!</p>



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Xbox has revealed the games planned for its two Gamescom 2026 broadcasts, including a lot of upcoming games and ton of surprises!


Xbox Reveals Huge Gamescom 2026 Lineup for Two Live Broadcasts


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">It looks like Overwatch is not done with anime collaborations just yet. In a <a href="https://www.journaldugeek.com/2026/08/19/overwatch-aaron-keller-tease-lavenir-du-jeu-et-les-prochaines-collaborations-avant-la-blizzcon-exclu/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">recent interview with a French outlet</a>, Overwatch director Aaron Keller revealed that anime collaborations are currently one of the most discussed ideas within the team, with the developers even debating which anime characters would make the best matches for individual Overwatch heroes.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And honestly, that is probably exactly what you would expect from the Overwatch team at this point. It also looks like some players received a survey listing specific Animated series for future collabs!</p>



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<blockquote class="reddit-embed-bq" style="height:500px" ><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/Overwatch/comments/1vcerdt/a_new_overwatch_collab_survey_just_came_out/">A new Overwatch collab survey just came out.</a><br> by<a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/Double-Maybe-6220/">u/Double-Maybe-6220</a> in<a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/Overwatch/">Overwatch</a></blockquote><script async src="https://embed.reddit.com/widgets.js" charset="UTF-8"></script>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Team Has an Entire Channel for Collaboration Ideas</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Keller explained that the Overwatch team has an internal channel dedicated to discussing potential collaborations. Apparently, there are a lot of anime suggestions being thrown around in there, along with discussions about the characters from those franchises and who could fit particular Overwatch heroes. So yes, somewhere inside Blizzard, there are probably developers having the same arguments that Overwatch fans have on social media.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Keller also says that figuring out these character combinations is part of what makes collaborations fun for the developers too. That does not mean every idea in that channel is being seriously considered for production, of course. There can be plenty of fan-favorite suggestions internally that never go anywhere. But it does confirm that anime crossovers are very much on the team&#8217;s radar.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Overwatch Takes Collaborations Pretty Seriously</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Keller also explained how they approach potential collaborations. The biggest thing is apparently authenticity. The developers need to understand and appreciate the franchise they are working with. They do not want to just pick a popular IP because it would sell some skins. Keller pointed to One-Punch Man, Overwatch&#8217;s first big anime collaboration, as a good example of this approach. The crossover was not just about putting anime characters into the game. It included direct references to the source material, and they tried to make the characters feel appropriate for Overwatch.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Basically, they generally look at three things when deciding if a collaboration makes sense:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>First, internal enthusiasm.</strong> The developers themselves need to enjoy the franchise</li>



<li><strong>Second, player interest.</strong> Blizzard uses surveys to see what franchise Overwatch players would want to see</li>



<li><strong>And third, thematic fit.</strong> There needs to be a convincing connection between the external character and the Overwatch hero they are being paired with</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">That last part is probably why the character-matching discussions are so important. It is not enough for Blizzard to simply pick two popular characters. They need to make the pairing feel like it really makes sense.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">So What Anime Could Be Next?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">That is where things get interesting, but also where we need to be careful. Keller did not reveal the next collaboration. The fact that he specifically talked about anime collaborations being heavily discussed does not mean the next crossover is definitely anime, either. There have been plenty of player surveys covering different anime, games, and movies, and those surveys can give us an idea of what players are interested in. But being included in a survey is not confirmation that a collaboration is happening.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">What we do know is that there are apparently plenty of anime ideas floating around internally at Blizzard.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Something Bigger Is Also Coming</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Keller also teased something potentially much bigger for Overwatch. He described Season 1 right now as a real expansion for the game and said he would like the team to deliver something of that size every year. Despite adding more and more regular content to the game, Blizzard is also working on another big feature or innovation. Keller did not reveal what it is, but said he is particularly excited about it.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">That immediately makes BlizzCon 2026 an interesting event to watch. As a reminder, BlizzCon takes place on September 12-13 in Anaheim, and Overwatch&#8217;s 10th anniversary will be one of the big topics of the event. Blizzard has already teased anniversary activities, surprises, and Overwatch announcements, so you might not want to miss out on that one.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">There could be quite a bit for Overwatch fans to look forward to over the next few months!</p>



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Aaron Keller says anime collaborations are being discussed within the Overwatch team, including which anime characters best fit its heroes.


Overwatch Developers Are Already Brainstorming More Anime Crossovers


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Terraria just shadow-dropped <a href="https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/105600/view/692018222142062720?l=english" data-type="link" data-id="https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/105600/view/692018222142062720?l=english" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">a major patch onto PC</a>. The latest update, Terraria 1.4.5.7, is the final hotfix for the Bigger and Boulder update. This patch primarily focuses on balance, including stat changes to existing items and even adding some brand-new ones.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Terraria Patch 1.4.5.7</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="600" height="250" src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Terraria-Patch-1.4.5.7-New-Items.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-17111" srcset="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Terraria-Patch-1.4.5.7-New-Items.webp 600w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Terraria-Patch-1.4.5.7-New-Items-300x125.webp 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">First off, before we begin, this list is long. Extremely long. So much so that we cannot cover everything, but we will give you some of the bigger highlights.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Firstly, let&#8217;s talk about all the new items:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Daybloom Staff.</li>



<li>Glacier Fang.</li>



<li>Mystic Bloom.</li>



<li>Lightning Strike.</li>



<li>Clay Bud Staff.</li>



<li>Ruinous Staff.</li>



<li>Arc Surge.</li>



<li>Silver Bracer.</li>



<li>Snake Band.</li>



<li>Mobius Strip.</li>



<li>Wicked Armlet.</li>



<li>Poison Barb.</li>



<li>Harpy Charm.</li>



<li>Snapping Stone.</li>



<li>Chaos Cylinder.</li>



<li>Heavy Sling.</li>



<li>Ouroboros Ring.</li>



<li>Twilight Grasp.</li>



<li>Scout&#8217;s Sling.</li>



<li>Templar&#8217;s Sling.</li>



<li>Royal Guard&#8217;s Harness.</li>



<li>Pyroclastic Stone.</li>



<li>Armlet of Ruin.</li>



<li>Seraph Necklace.</li>



<li>Phoenix Quiver.</li>



<li>Wicked Claws.</li>



<li>Silver Shield.</li>



<li>Sweet Barb.</li>



<li>Catalyst Band.</li>



<li>Druidic Serpent Cloak.</li>



<li>Crossed Heart Necklace.</li>



<li>Restoration Shield.</li>



<li>Mystic Arts Sash.</li>



<li>Kinship Peach.</li>



<li>Little Kinship Peach.</li>



<li>Giant Tiki.</li>



<li>Guide to Old-Style Parkour</li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Major Change Highlights</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1000" height="300" src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Terraria-Patch-1.4.5.7.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-17109" srcset="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Terraria-Patch-1.4.5.7.webp 1000w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Terraria-Patch-1.4.5.7-300x90.webp 300w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Terraria-Patch-1.4.5.7-768x230.webp 768w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">As for other big additions, let&#8217;s continue with some of the highlights:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Added loadout equipment sharing! Favorite any equipment to make it shareable between loadouts!</strong></li>



<li><strong>Dead players can now skip the respawn timer when there&#8217;s no great danger around them.</strong></li>



<li><strong>All Boomerangs</strong><br>&#8211; Now fly back faster to the player depending on melee attack speed; roughly every 1% = 1.5% faster comeback.</li>



<li><strong>Mana has been reworked!<br>&#8211; Mana regeneration delay completely removed.</strong><br>&#8211; Mana now regenerates even when attacking, at 5% of its normal rate.<br>&#8211; Standing still now doubles the full mana regeneration rate, including regeneration from accessories. (roughly 20% better than it was in 1.4.5)<br>&#8211; Increased mana regeneration rate when having low mana.<br>&#8211; Mana-consuming weapons can now be used without enough mana, at 40% attack speed. The players squint their eyes when using magic weapons without enough mana.<br>&#8211; Mana regeneration rate reduced by 13%<br>&#8211; Mana regeneration potion (still) gives maximum mana regeneration rate at all times (As if standing, and as if you had full mana bar), but is now significantly better because it applies while attacking.</li>



<li><strong>All Whips<br>&#8211; Can now Whip Stack when the proper accessories are equipped!</strong><br>&#8211; All whip tag effects are now calculated independently of their application order.</li>



<li>Moon Lord<br>&#8211; Added warning to several attacks</li>



<li>Many NPCs will no longer fire at players when off-screen.</li>



<li>Some enemy bullet shots now have a much shorter projectile lifetime.</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">There are a mountain of other smaller changes that affect every aspect of Terraria. From items, enemies, bosses, multiplayer interactions, and even the world. There&#8217;s also a landslide of bug fixes that are dropping with this patch.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"></p>


Terraria has shadow-dropped its massive 1.4.5.7 patch, adding new items, reworking mana, improving whips, and fixing a mountain of issues.


Terraria 1.4.5.7 Shadow Drops With Major Balance Changes


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Konami just dropped a new SILENT HILL: Townfall video, featuring nearly 19 minutes of brand-new gameplay footage. This video gives fans a taste of the game&#8217;s early stages, including the opening, early exploration, and even the first encounter.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>SILENT HILL: Townfall |Gameplay</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Fans have been itching for more information, gameplay, and details about SILENT HILL: Townfall <a href="https://all.gg/news/silent-hill-townfall-becomes-the-series-first-fully-first-person-game/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/silent-hill-townfall-becomes-the-series-first-fully-first-person-game/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">since last June</a>. Well, the wait is over as Konami just hot-dropped nearly 19 minutes of pure gameplay. Sadly, the gameplay doesn&#8217;t appear seamless; instead, it highlights specific moments from the game&#8217;s opening hour. </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">These highlights include the opening cutscene, exploring the town of St. Amelia and Zoe&#8217;s house, and the first encounter before it throws us into St. Amelia&#8217;s Otherworld.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We also finally see <a href="https://all.gg/news/silent-hill-townfall-previews-detail-first-person-horror-5-endings-and-more/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/silent-hill-townfall-previews-detail-first-person-horror-5-endings-and-more/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the portable CRTV in action</a>, which is important because it will be a key tool for figuring out what&#8217;s coming in St. Amelia. In the gameplay trailer, we see Simon Ordell use it to find clues around town, and we even see the horrific threats lurking nearby.</p>



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Konami has finally revealed nearly 19 minutes of new SILENT HILL: Townfall gameplay, giving fans their best look yet at the game’s opening, St.

SILENT HILL: Townfall Gets 19 Minutes of New Gameplay


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The developers of Enshrouded just dropped their first Dev blog showcasing some of the fixes and major changes coming to 1.0. This is a multipart series, so this coverage covers only part one and what we know so far.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Enshrouded 1.0 Improvements</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This first video entry in the series highlights a handful of <a href="https://all.gg/news/enshrouded-1-0-launches-this-october-with-console-release/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/enshrouded-1-0-launches-this-october-with-console-release/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">changes that are coming to 1.0</a>. But before we start, we will mention that one of these major changes does happen to a critical event in the late game, so if you haven&#8217;t progressed that far, or haven&#8217;t gotten the chance to play, be warned for spoilers.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Moving forward, the first major change is actually going to be for the Fell Dragon Youngling boss. Most changes affect how quickly stun builds on the dragon. Increasing its stun window and introducing a grounded phase for melee players.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Another major change is that enemies will no longer instantly regenerate their health upon exiting combat. So if you are in the middle of a boss fight and you die, if you return quickly enough, the boss won&#8217;t fully heal, giving you a chance to pick up around where you left off.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The devs are also letting players choose between the new and old Updraft changes in the settings menu. Plus, they are giving players an option to make their Flameborne have more realistic or keep their old-school appearances. This is because many fans have been saying for a while that the current player character proportions look more like hobbits than humans.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The last of the major changes include:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Reworks to Fishing, its mini-game, and the biomes.</li>



<li>NPCs getting stuck.</li>



<li>More fixes will be coming later.</li>
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Enshrouded’s first 1.0 dev blog is here, revealing major boss fight changes, enemy health fixes, fishing improvements, and more.


Enshrouded 1.0 Dev Blog Reveals Major Changes


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Just before its <a href="https://all.gg/news/runescape-dragonwilds-final-update-before-1-0-arrives/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/runescape-dragonwilds-final-update-before-1-0-arrives/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">official 1.0 release</a>, RuneScape: Dragonwilds just announced that it will be available on day one with Xbox Game Pass!</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Dragonwilds Arrives on Game Pass</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">That&#8217;s right, Jagex just put out a post today stating that RuneScape: Dragonwilds will be available on day one on the Xbox Game Pass. But do not fret; you can still grab a copy on Steam, PlayStation 5, and even the Nintendo Switch 2. Speaking of, unless you plan to play it through Xbox Game Pass, you might want to grab a copy before September 15th rolls around.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">There is a slight possibility, like with most <a href="https://all.gg/news/runescape-dragonwilds-reveals-massive-2026-roadmap-update/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/runescape-dragonwilds-reveals-massive-2026-roadmap-update/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">games that come out of early access</a>, that the price will spike or even double. So if you want to play Dragonwilds in the future and don&#8217;t want to risk a price spike (if you&#8217;re not using Game Pass), you might want to grab a copy soon.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Also, it is worth mentioning that Dragonwilds does have crossplay, so no matter what platform you choose to embark on Ashenfall with, you and your friends will be able to play together.</p>



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Jagex has confirmed that RuneScape: Dragonwilds will be available on Xbox Game Pass from day one, giving players even more ways to explore

RuneScape: Dragonwilds Hits Xbox Game Pass Day One


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">CD Projekt RED is going all-in on Gamescom this year! The studio has announced that they will host five full days of REDstreams during Gamescom 2026, giving those who cannot make it to Cologne a way to follow along from home. The streams will begin on <strong>Wednesday, August 26</strong>, and run every day through August 30, with broadcasts scheduled from <strong>10 AM to 7 PM CEST each day</strong>. They will be available to watch through CD Projekt RED&#8217;s <a href="https://www.twitch.tv/cdprojektred" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">official Twitch</a> and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@CDPROJEKTRED" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">YouTube channels</a>.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And the studio is not just planning to sit in front of a camera for five days. CDPR says the REDstreams will include game previews, special guests, interviews, behind-the-scenes stories, and more. The detailed schedule for each day will not be revealed until the first day of the event, so we do not yet know exactly what it is all about, but either way, very exciting news!</p>



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">5 years of REDstreams. 5 days of REDstreams at gamescom!<br><br>Can&#39;t make it to Cologne? Worry not, we&#39;ve got you covered. Starting Wednesday, August 26, join us LIVE every day from 10 AM to 7 PM CEST for game previews, special guests, interviews, behind-the-scenes stories, and much… <a href="https://t.co/NOdukdaSUg">pic.twitter.com/NOdukdaSUg</a></p>&mdash; The Witcher (@thewitcher) <a href="https://x.com/thewitcher/status/2089366818108457462?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 17, 2026</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Witcher Is Already Confirmed for Opening Night Live</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Of course, there is already one pretty big CD Projekt RED appearance we know about. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt &#8211; Songs of the Past will be shown during Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 25, the day before the REDstreams begin. That means CDPR is getting a head start before its own five-day stream marathon even begins. With Songs of the Past getting a trailer at Opening Night Live and the REDstreams running throughout the main Gamescom event, there is clearly going to be a lot of Witcher-related attention around the studio this week.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Exactly how much of that will be focused on the upcoming expansion, The Witcher 4, or CD Projekt RED&#8217;s other projects remains to be seen. And that is probably intentional.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The timing is also pretty fitting, as REDstreams are celebrating their fifth anniversary this year. So instead of doing one big presentation and calling it a day, CDPR is essentially turning its Gamescom presence into a week-long broadcast. We will get previews, interviews, developer stories, and whatever other surprises the studio has planned!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So if you are a Witcher or Cyberpunk fan, it is probably worth keeping an eye on CD Projekt RED&#8217;s channels throughout the week.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Because apparently, one day of Gamescom was not enough for them!</p>



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CD Projekt RED will host five days of Streams during Gamescom 2026, with previews, interviews, special guests and behind-the-scenes content!


CD Projekt RED Is Taking Over Gamescom


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Blood of Dawnwalker is getting closer to its September 3 release, and Rebel Wolves has now published the game&#8217;s final PC system requirements. We already had a preview of those a couple of months ago, but the final requirements were not known yet. Now we can get a good look at the real requirements, and you can make sure your rig is ready for September!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And thankfully, they are not quite as terrifying as the earlier requirements made them look.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The final specifications cover everything from 1080p at 30 FPS on Low settings all the way up to 4K at 60 FPS on Ultra. The big difference is that these targets assume players have DLSS, FSR, or XeSS enabled, using the recommended upscaling settings.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Blood of Dawnwalker PC Requirements</h2>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Much Less Demanding Than the Previous Requirements</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">What is particularly interesting here is how much the requirements have changed compared to the specifications Rebel Wolves previously published. Earlier requirements for native resolution were considerably more demanding, with the RTX 5090 listed for 4K/60 FPS on Ultra. Those figures did not take advantage of upscaling technologies, however. The final requirements are instead built around using DLSS, FSR or XeSS, and that explains why the hardware requirements are significantly lower.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So no, you do not suddenly need an RTX 5090 just to play The Blood of Dawnwalker at 4K. An RTX 4070 Ti or RX 9070 is the official target for 4K/60 Ultra under the final configuration.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">That is still demanding, especially when you consider that we are talking about upscaling rather than native 4K, but it is a much more reasonable target than what we saw earlier.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Game Is Almost Here</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><a href="https://all.gg/news/the-blood-of-dawnwalker-details-its-30-day-system-and-gameplay/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Blood of Dawnwalker</a> is now only a couple of weeks away, with the game scheduled to launch on September 3, 2026 for PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The game is Rebel Wolves&#8217; first title, with the studio founded by former CD Projekt Red developers who worked on games including The Witcher 3. It follows Coen, a young man who becomes a half-vampire as he tries to save his family, and you only have 30 days to save them. </p>



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The Blood of Dawnwalker has revealed its final PC system requirements, including targets for 1080p, 1440p and 4K at 60 FPS!


The Blood of Dawnwalker Reveals Final PC System Requirements


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">It is finally happening! ANANTA is coming back, and the developers are preparing something big this time! After being relatively silent for way too long, the open-world RPG has officially been confirmed for <a href="https://all.gg/news/these-are-the-games-confirmed-for-gamescom-2026-so-far/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026</a> on August 25. The announcement comes directly from the game&#8217;s official account, with the team telling fans to stay tuned for more updates.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">When to Watch ANANTA at Gamescom</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Gamescom Opening Night Live takes place on August 25, at the following times:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>11:00 AM PT</li>



<li>2:00 PM ET</li>



<li>6:00 PM UTC</li>



<li>8:00 PM CEST</li>
</ul>



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">ANANTA is coming to gamescom 2026 Opening Night Live (ONL)!<br><br>█ Livestream Time:<br>August 25 | 11:00 AM PT | 2:00 PM ET | 6:00 PM UTC<br><br>█ Where to Watch:<br>Official gamescom livestream channels<br><br>Stay tuned to <a href="https://x.com/Ananta_EN?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Ananta_EN</a> for more updates!<br><br>—————∞∞∞∞—————<br>For more game info, please… <a href="https://t.co/GK9AXRnCuQ">pic.twitter.com/GK9AXRnCuQ</a></p>&mdash; Ananta (@Ananta_EN) <a href="https://x.com/Ananta_EN/status/2089699476726309068?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 18, 2026</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The show will be livestreamed through the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@gamescom.global" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">official Gamescom channels</a>, with ANANTA appearing during the presentation. So this means that the game will not necessarily be at the exact start time. We just know that it will have a presentation at some point during the show.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And this does not look like it is going to be just another teaser. This is not confirmed, but you can probably expect things like:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>New trailer</li>



<li>Gameplay presentation</li>



<li>Release Date</li>



<li>Monetization details</li>



<li>And more</li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Lot of Hype Around Ananta</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">ANANTA, previously known as Project Mugen, has been surprisingly silent considering how much hype and attention it received when it was first revealed. The last main gameplay presentation came over 10 months ago, showing off the game&#8217;s huge urban open world and its mix of driving, parkour, swinging between buildings, combat, and other ways to explore the city. New gameplay footage <a href="https://all.gg/news/ananta-gets-new-footage-showing-its-huge-city-and-waterfront-exploration/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">surfaced on Bilibili</a> a couple of weeks ago as well, showing off a surprisingly detailed section of the game’s open-world city and even exploration near the water, giving us a much better idea of what the city and everything will really look like. The video remains rather short, so there is not that much to see overall, but still really nice to see.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The game takes place in Nova City, where you take on the role of an A.C.D. agent. The open world is designed around giving players plenty of freedom in how they move around and interact with the city. And considering how ambitious ANANTA looked the last time we saw it, I am very curious to see what the team has been doing with the game since then.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Gamescom presentation could be our first proper look at how much the project has evolved. After such a long period without big updates, I am definitely curious to see what ANANTA has in store.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Hopefully, this &#8220;fresh look&#8221; means a lot of new gameplay, and most importantly, a release date! Because I definitely want to play this one!</p>



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ANANTA is officially coming to Gamescom Opening Night Live with a new look at the ambitious open-world game!


ANANTA Confirmed for Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Well, that did not take long. A series of <a href="https://x.com/GTAVI_Countdown/status/2089769762783936951?s=20" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">alleged GTA 6 development footage leaks</a> started circulating online overnight, giving us what could be our first look at some gameplay systems that Rockstar has not officially shown yet. The footage has since been rapidly taken down, with Rockstar apparently issuing copyright claims against clips as they appeared. That does not automatically prove the footage is real, of course, but the combination of the takedowns and details that appear consistent with previously shown GTA 6 material has made the leaks particularly interesting.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">That said, <strong>none of this has been confirmed by Rockstar</strong>, and the person behind the leaks is hardly the most trustworthy source. The account has also been using the attention around the GTA 6 footage to promote unrelated products and has made some fairly questionable claims. So we would advise you to be careful <a href="https://x.com/cyberleek_ar_io/status/2089817883765358974?s=20" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">about this &#8220;leaker&#8221;</a>. And of course, as always with leaks, take all of this with a grain of salt. </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Still, there are some interesting details worth going through, so we made a small recap of all the information that circulated online during the last few hours.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">GTA 6 Apparently Has a 6-Star Wanted Level</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/07/gta6-lucia-caminos-1024x576.webp" alt="GTA 6 Lucia Caminos" class="wp-image-16178" srcset="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/07/gta6-lucia-caminos-1024x576.webp 1024w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/07/gta6-lucia-caminos-300x169.webp 300w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/07/gta6-lucia-caminos-768x432.webp 768w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/07/gta6-lucia-caminos-1536x864.webp 1536w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/07/gta6-lucia-caminos.webp 1920w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">One of the leaked clips showed a <a href="https://x.com/GTAVI_Countdown/status/2089786906196222418?s=20" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">six-star wanted level</a>, suggesting Rockstar could be bringing back the wanted system from older GTA games. That is something fans have been asking about for years, although it is worth noting that we do not know how the system really works yet. The footage also shows three red indicators underneath the wanted level when police become involved. The icons seem to represent Jason&#8217;s clothing, location, and vehicle, potentially suggesting that police can identify and track him based on those characteristics.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If that is how the system works, it could make escaping the police considerably more complicated than simply driving around the nearest corner and waiting for the wanted level to disappear.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Cars May Need Fuel</h2>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Another potentially huge detail involves the vehicles.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">In one clip, Jason enters a car and gas and oil icons appear on the interface. Both have incomplete circular meters around them, and this could suggest that vehicles will have fuel and oil levels that need to be maintained.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Again, it is unclear exactly how this would work, though.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Could Jason really need to stop at gas stations? Would cars eventually break down? Would different vehicles have different fuel consumption? For now, we simply do not know. But if these really are vehicle meters, Rockstar could be adding another layer of realism to GTA 6&#8217;s cars. And it could potentially make things way harder if you have to keep your oil and engines in check.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">You Can Store Weapons in the Trunk</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/gta-wepaons-1024x576.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-17087" srcset="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/gta-wepaons-1024x576.webp 1024w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/gta-wepaons-300x169.webp 300w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/gta-wepaons-768x432.webp 768w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/gta-wepaons-1536x864.webp 1536w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/gta-wepaons.webp 1920w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The leaked footage also showed Jason interacting with a vehicle&#8217;s trunk and storing weapons inside it. This would fit with what Rockstar has already shown about GTA 6&#8217;s more grounded approach to weapons and inventory management. So instead of carrying an absurd arsenal of guns everywhere you go, you could potentially keep certain weapons in your vehicles and choose what you want to take with you.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Again, this is based on alleged development footage, so things could change before release.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Jason&#8217;s Fighting Style</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="573" src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/05/gta-vi-trailer-bar-character-1024x573.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-2741" srcset="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/05/gta-vi-trailer-bar-character-1024x573.jpg 1024w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/05/gta-vi-trailer-bar-character-300x168.jpg 300w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/05/gta-vi-trailer-bar-character-768x430.jpg 768w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/05/gta-vi-trailer-bar-character.jpg 1047w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">There was also some footage of Jason getting into a fight with an NPC after apparently hitting their delivery van. The NPC gets out carrying a wrench and starts attacking Jason, leading to a physical fight. The animations look particularly impressive, with Rockstar carrying over some of the more detailed physical reactions we have seen in Red Dead Redemption 2.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">After Jason wins the fight, a small devil icon appears on the right side of the screen. That immediately led to comparisons with the honor system in Red Dead Redemption 2, although there is nowhere near enough information to say that is what this is. It could represent some kind of morality, reputation, aggression, or even an entirely different system.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">An ambulance also apparently arrives at the scene shortly after the fight, and that would fit with Rockstar&#8217;s attempts to make the world react more dynamically to what players do.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">More HUD Details</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The leaked footage also showed a stamina bar alongside Jason&#8217;s health bar, and the minimap looks fairly similar to GTA V&#8217;s design.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Another small detail is the game&#8217;s number formatting. The HUD apparently displays money as something like &#8220;$1,643,&#8221; finally using a comma to make larger numbers easier to read. Not exactly the most exciting GTA 6 leak in the world, but hey, it is the little things. </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">There is also apparently a basketball minigame featuring Jason, with a tutorial explaining that you need to aim and hold a button until two rings overlap before releasing to shoot. So it seems basketball could be a pretty cool in-game activity.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/06/gta-kayak-1024x576.webp" alt="GTA 6" class="wp-image-15073" srcset="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/06/gta-kayak-1024x576.webp 1024w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/06/gta-kayak-300x169.webp 300w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/06/gta-kayak-768x432.webp 768w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/06/gta-kayak-1536x864.webp 1536w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/06/gta-kayak.webp 1920w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Alleged Map Is Huge</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The leaks also contain a number of claims about the <a href="https://x.com/GTAVI_Countdown/status/2089815420744217017?s=20" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">GTA 6 map</a>. According to the information we could find, the map could be around twice the size of GTA V&#8217;s, but keep in mind that the exact measurement is impossible to verify from the leaked material. The map seems to contain five counties:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Lummox</li>



<li>Leonard</li>



<li>Kelly</li>



<li>Vice City</li>



<li>Mariana</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">It also looked like there were 10 cities and towns, with Mount Kalaga located in the northern Lummox county. The Vice City Airport is also said to be significantly larger than Los Santos International Airport, with Rockstar apparently trying to make the scale of its planes more comparable to their real-world counterparts. There are also several additional islands mentioned in the leak, including Dalton Island, Gloriana Key, and Catalan Key. And water could be a much bigger part of exploration this time around, with numerous small islands scattered around the map.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">One important thing to remember is that the leaked map may not show everything. Some details could simply be hidden when zoomed out, so it is probably too early to start treating this as the definitive GTA 6 map.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">More Footage Could Still Appear</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="571" src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/gta6-new-look-1024x571.webp" alt="GTA 6 Artwork" class="wp-image-16599" srcset="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/gta6-new-look-1024x571.webp 1024w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/gta6-new-look-300x167.webp 300w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/gta6-new-look-768x428.webp 768w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/gta6-new-look.webp 1435w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The person behind the leaks has apparently claimed that <a href="https://x.com/GTAVI_Countdown/status/2089829774705201323?s=20" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">they are not finished yet</a>. Their stated demands are focused around Rockstar&#8217;s plans for the game, including stopping digital-only pre-orders, making physical discs available, adding single-player content, and allowing the single-player game to remain playable without requiring an internet connection. The account has also made threats to leak footage related to other PlayStation projects.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For now, however, the GTA 6 leak situation appears to have calmed down, with the circulating clips being taken down and the account itself still active. It remains to be seen if more will be shared or if the person is going to be in real trouble soon.  And again, <strong>none of the details above have been confirmed by Rockstar</strong>. Even if the footage is legitimate, this is supposedly early development material, meaning features, UI elements, map details, and gameplay systems can still change before GTA 6 releases.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The first real extended look will release on Netflix on August 27, so until then, I would not take any leak as 100% legit.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For more GTA 6 information, check out <a href="https://all.gg/games/gta-vi/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">our latest news</a>!</p>


GTA 6 development footage has leaked online, revealing possible details about police tracking, car fuel, weapon storage, the map and more.


GTA 6 Is Leaking Again With Details About Map and Gameplay


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Gears of War: E-Day <a href="https://all.gg/news/gears-of-war-e-day-beta-rewards-revealed/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/gears-of-war-e-day-beta-rewards-revealed/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Multiplayer Beta</a> is officially over. After two weekends of back-to-back grub killing, has the Coalition successfully found its roots again, or are the differences too much for some? Ultimately, Gears of War: E-Day is shaping up to be a massive success.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Return of Gears of War</h2>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Just for a quick recap. The Gears of War: E-Day Multiplayer Beta rolled out over two weekends: one for pre-order customers and one open beta, on Xbox and Steam. Overall, on Steam, peak player count reached 22,084, with glowing reviews so far.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Despite some hardcore fans being skeptical of some changes, such as the Boltok Pistol being absent from the game or the changes to the cover system, targeting the popular tactic, &#8220;wall bouncing,&#8221; fans are very happy. </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Firstly, the updates and <a href="https://all.gg/news/gears-of-war-e-day-brings-back-horde-mode-and-classic-pvp/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/gears-of-war-e-day-brings-back-horde-mode-and-classic-pvp/">renovations to the </a><a href="https://all.gg/news/gears-of-war-e-day-brings-back-horde-mode-and-classic-pvp/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/gears-of-war-e-day-brings-back-horde-mode-and-classic-pvp/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">H</a><a href="https://all.gg/news/gears-of-war-e-day-brings-back-horde-mode-and-classic-pvp/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/gears-of-war-e-day-brings-back-horde-mode-and-classic-pvp/">orde mode</a> are a smash hit. Incorporating multiple squads to fan out across a multiplayer city, all covering different objectives, makes the world feel very alive. Furthermore, those moments where other squads run into one another feel better than any NPC reinforcements could give.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The class system offers different, but not game-breaking, ways to play with different perks, abilities, and weapon upgrades; you really can lean into your class strengths or become a jack of all trades.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Grub Killer Returns, Baby</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/07/Gears-of-War-E-Day-Boomer-1024x576.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-16300" srcset="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/07/Gears-of-War-E-Day-Boomer-1024x576.webp 1024w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/07/Gears-of-War-E-Day-Boomer-300x169.webp 300w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/07/Gears-of-War-E-Day-Boomer-768x432.webp 768w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/07/Gears-of-War-E-Day-Boomer-1536x864.webp 1536w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/07/Gears-of-War-E-Day-Boomer.webp 1920w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Plus, since the <a href="https://all.gg/news/gears-of-war-e-day-beta-now-includes-pvp-versus-mode/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/gears-of-war-e-day-beta-now-includes-pvp-versus-mode/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Versus Mode got put into beta</a>, fans also got to test that out as well. Again, despite the slight nerfs to the &#8220;wall bouncing&#8221; movement, Versus feels like it&#8217;s straight from the original trilogy. Maps are fun and diverse, the guns feel great, and the new objectives offer brand-new ways to play.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Aside from the previous small criticisms, the only other one that stands out is that your shots come from the center of your screen, rather than from where your weapon is. This has thrown a lot of old-school Gears of War players off so far, but we have no idea whether it will be in the final release.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Overall, Gears of War: E-Day is shaping up extremely well. Plus, with <a href="https://all.gg/news/gears-of-war-e-day-brings-back-old-school-progression/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/gears-of-war-e-day-brings-back-old-school-progression/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the promise of old-school progression</a>, fans couldn&#8217;t be happier. Now all we have to do is wait for emergence day and see <a href="https://all.gg/news/gears-of-war-e-day-will-feature-the-longest-campaign-yet/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/gears-of-war-e-day-will-feature-the-longest-campaign-yet/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">how the campaign plays out.</a></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"></p>


The Gears of War: E-Day multiplayer beta is officially over, and despite a few changes, fans are loving the return to classic Horde and Versus

Gears of War: E-Day Beta Has Fans Ready for More


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Popular YouTuber and Halo insider <a href="https://x.com/Mr_Rebs_/status/2088623032902283708" data-type="link" data-id="https://x.com/Mr_Rebs_/status/2088623032902283708" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Rebs Gaming</a> is back with another look at what is supposedly happening behind the scenes at Halo Studios, and how those decisions may have shaped the development of Halo: Campaign Evolved and Project Ekur. According to Rebs, evidence found in Campaign Evolved&#8217;s credits suggests Microsoft may be increasingly looking toward outside studios to help develop future Halo titles.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Outsourcing Halo</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">According to Rebs&#8217; latest video, Microsoft is reportedly exploring the possibility of having Activision assist with future Halo projects. While that may sound surprising at first, a closer look at Halo: Campaign Evolved&#8217;s credits paints a much bigger picture.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The new Halo CE project reportedly includes contributions from a large number of outside studios. In total, 15 different studios are credited for their work on the game, highlighting just how much external support is now involved in developing a recent Halo title.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This also ties back into previous discussions surrounding <a href="https://all.gg/news/new-halo-leak-reveals-major-project-cancellations/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/new-halo-leak-reveals-major-project-cancellations/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Project Ekur and its reportedly complicated development</a>. According to Rebs, Ekur was outsourced to more studios than any previous Halo game, with signs pointing toward potential short-term, or possibly long-term, involvement from Activision as well.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Naturally, the news has already sparked plenty of discussion within the Halo community. Some fans are completely on board with the idea. If bringing in more experienced studios means Halo can receive more resources, talent, and development support, then they are happy to see Microsoft take that approach.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Others, however, are far more skeptical.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Changing Hands</h2>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Rather than seeing Halo Studios bring in more outside developers to help push projects forward, some fans would prefer the studio simply take more time with each game. For them, Halo needs stronger planning, longer development cycles, and a clearer creative direction instead of constantly moving from one project to the next in an attempt to release new titles.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Right now, the future of Halo remains largely unclear. Fans are already speculating that <a href="https://all.gg/news/halo-2-3-rumored-for-full-remakes/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/halo-2-3-rumored-for-full-remakes/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Halo 2, and eventually Halo 3, could receive remakes or remasters</a> similar to Campaign Evolved. Beyond that, however, almost everything is still up in the air.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Previous rumors and reports have pointed toward everything from <a href="https://all.gg/news/halo-mmofps-rumored-as-new-leaks-surface/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/halo-mmofps-rumored-as-new-leaks-surface/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">battle royale projects and MMO concepts</a> to multiplayer-focused Halo games and potentially even more experimental ideas.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The bigger concern for some longtime fans is that each new Halo project appears to involve a different collection of developers, studios, and creative teams. With so many hands potentially changing between every game, there is growing concern that Halo is slowly losing the consistent identity that helped define the series in the first place.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Ultimately, outsourcing itself is not necessarily the problem. Plenty of major games rely on multiple studios and external teams. The real question is whether Halo Studios and Microsoft can maintain a clear vision for the franchise while bringing more developers into the fold, or whether constantly shifting teams will only further fuel the feeling that Halo is losing touch with what makes Halo feel like Halo.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><a href="https://x.com/Mr_Rebs_"></a></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><a href="https://x.com/Mr_Rebs_"></a></p>


Microsoft may be changing how future Halo games are developed, with reports suggesting more outside studios, and potentially Activision, could become

Halo’s Future Could Be in Activision’s Hands


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Steam&#8217;s newest event, the <a href="https://all.gg/news/steam-pins-pegs-fest-is-here-with-huge-game-deals/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/steam-pins-pegs-fest-is-here-with-huge-game-deals/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pins &amp; Pegs Fest</a>, is here, bringing plenty of discounts on popular indie games while also shining a spotlight on some exciting upcoming titles. If you&#8217;re a fan of pachinko-style games and score-chasing roguelites, we may have found the perfect game for you: HYPERDROP.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">HYPERDROP: A Pachinko Roguelite</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">As its straightforward title suggests, HYPERDROP is an upcoming pachinko roguelite that combines mind-melting visuals with increasingly ridiculous high scores, <a href="https://all.gg/news/ball-x-pit-surpasses-2-million-copies-sold/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/ball-x-pit-surpasses-2-million-copies-sold/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">game-breaking combos, and explosive chain reactions</a>. Every run is backed by a dynamic electronic soundtrack that makes the on-screen chaos feel even more intense.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Your goal is to transform a simple and empty pegboard into an absolutely ludicrous scoring machine. As you progress, you&#8217;ll upgrade your pegs with new perks, abilities, and powerful effects. Multiply your balls, trigger massive explosions that tear through the board, create devastating chain reactions, and discover even more ways to send your score skyrocketing.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And it&#8217;s not just the board that you can upgrade. You&#8217;ll also be able to modify your electronic balls with different effects, making them sticky, increasing their size, multiplying their point value, and more. The further you progress, the more difficult things become, with increasingly challenging stages, unique modifiers, alternate board layouts, and boss battles all standing between you and the next massive score.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Overall, HYPERDROP&#8217;s vibrant visuals and over-the-top effects make every upgrade, build, and decision feel incredibly satisfying. Watching a carefully crafted setup suddenly trigger a screen-filling chain reaction is exactly the kind of chaos that makes the roguelite formula so addictive.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If that sounds like your kind of game, you can jump in and try the <a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/4976710/HYPERDROP_A_Pachinko_Roguelite_Demo/" data-type="link" data-id="https://store.steampowered.com/app/4976710/HYPERDROP_A_Pachinko_Roguelite_Demo/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">HYPERDROP demo</a> right now on Steam.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"></p>


HYPERDROP is an upcoming pachinko roguelite packed with explosive chain reactions, powerful upgrades, and chaotic high-score runs. The demo is

HYPERDROP Brings Pachinko Chaos to Steam


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The next annual themed <a href="https://store.steampowered.com/category/pins_pegs?flavor=contenthub_all&amp;offset=48" data-type="link" data-id="https://store.steampowered.com/category/pins_pegs?flavor=contenthub_all&amp;offset=48" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Steam Fest </a>is here, and this time, it’s all about Pins &amp; Pegs. Whether you’re into bowling, pinball, pachinko, Plinko, or anything else involving bouncing, smashing, and launching balls into a pile of obstacles, there’s plenty to check out.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Steam Pins &amp; Pegs Fest</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Now is your chance to master pinball, or at least dive into some pinball-adjacent chaos. Break bricks, battle with pegs, chase high scores, and jump into everything from deckbuilders and roguelikes to fast-paced arcade experiences. From now until August 20, dozens of games are on sale, giving you the perfect excuse to add a few more titles to your library.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">There are plenty of games worth checking out, from the indie hit <a href="https://all.gg/news/ball-x-pit-surpasses-2-million-copies-sold/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/ball-x-pit-surpasses-2-million-copies-sold/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ball X Pit</a> to modern classics like Peglin. Whether you&#8217;re looking for something familiar or want to try a completely different spin on the genre, here are a few titles you should check out before the event comes to an end:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Fortune Mill</li>



<li>XENOTILT: HOSTILE PINBALL ACTION</li>



<li>DEMON&#8217;S TILT</li>



<li>ploink</li>



<li>Nubby&#8217;s Number Factory</li>



<li>Furyball: Rogue Revenge</li>



<li>Pinball FX</li>



<li>Void Pachinko</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So don&#8217;t wait around too long. The Steam Pins &amp; Pegs Fest only has two more days left at the time of writing, so if any of these games catch your eye, now is the time to jump in and grab them before the deals disappear.</p>



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Steam’s latest themed sale is here, featuring discounts on pinball, pachinko, roguelikes, deckbuilders, and plenty more.


Steam Pins & Pegs Fest Is Here With Huge Game Deals


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">It looks like Kingdom Hearts 4 is finally going to bring one of the ideas that Square Enix originally wanted to make for Kingdom Hearts 3. During the recent <a href="https://x.com/Genki_JPN/status/2088989496574619796?s=20" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">D23 Kingdom Hearts panel</a>, director Tetsuya Nomura was asked about creating unique worlds that are not necessarily based directly on an existing Disney movie, such as Disney Town. And according to Nomura, this type of world gives the team a lot more freedom when designing the gameplay, mechanics, and story around it.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And apparently, they have been sitting on one particularly ambitious idea for quite a bit.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A World Originally Planned for Kingdom Hearts 3</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/kh4-sora-quadratum-1024x576.webp" alt="Kingdom Hearts 4 Sora" class="wp-image-17026" srcset="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/kh4-sora-quadratum-1024x576.webp 1024w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/kh4-sora-quadratum-300x169.webp 300w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/kh4-sora-quadratum-768x432.webp 768w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/kh4-sora-quadratum.webp 1423w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Nomura explained that there was a concept the team had already been working on during Kingdom Hearts 3 that they ultimately could not realize.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">&#8220;There was a concept that we had since Kingdom Hearts 3, and we&#8217;ve been working on the plan, but it was quite difficult to realize.&#8221;</p>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">But it seems like they did not abandon the idea completely. Nomura said that they continued working on it and eventually evolved the concept for Kingdom Hearts 4!</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">&#8220;So, it&#8217;s been evolved and will appear in Kingdom Hearts 4, so please look forward to seeing what kind of world it will be in.&#8221;</p>
</blockquote>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And then Nomura gave us exactly the kind of tease you would expect from him. He described the world as &#8220;pretty amazing&#8221;, at least from the development team&#8217;s perspective. So&#8230; now we have absolutely no idea what it is. Thanks, Nomura. But this is what makes it even more exciting! Now we know that we have something really unique to look forward to, and that is all the magic of Kingdom Hearts. You never know what world you will be stepping into, and what will await you there.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Original Worlds Give the Team More Freedom</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Nomura also explained why creating these kinds of original worlds can be a very good option for the Kingdom Hearts team. When you are recreating a world that already exists in a Disney movie, there are naturally expectations around how that world should look and function. You have to make sure it feels authentic to the source material. With an original world, the developers have much more freedom. Nomura explained that creating something based purely around a particular concept can be fun because there is not the same expectation to replicate an existing world exactly. That freedom also opens up possibilities for new gameplay mechanics and different kinds of narratives.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">In other words, the world itself can be designed around the gameplay idea, instead of having to adapt the gameplay around an already-established movie setting. And that gives the approach quite a few advantages.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">&#8220;Imagining something new based on solely a certain type of concept is something that is very fun and enjoyable. And it&#8217;s also in some ways less daunting because there is no expectation of having to replicate something exactly how it is…&#8221;</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">So What Could This World Be?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Obviously, Nomura did not reveal what the world is. We do not even know what the original Kingdom Hearts 3 concept looked like before it was reworked for Kingdom Hearts 4. But it is interesting. This is not simply a world that was cut from Kingdom Hearts 3 and thrown into Kingdom Hearts 4 unchanged. Nomura says the concept has evolved, meaning the team has apparently spent years developing it into something that fits the new game.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And considering everything else we have seen from Kingdom Hearts 4, I am very curious about what that really means.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The game already appears to be taking the series in a very different direction with Quadratum, and it is still bringing in traditional Disney worlds such as Coco. Adding a completely original world built around a specific gameplay or narrative concept could make the game even more experimental. Some players also think that Final Fantasy worlds could be added this time as well. Although this would not really be an &#8220;original&#8221; world then either. But being able to visit a Final Fantasy world instead of a Disney-themed one would already be a pretty good evolution as well, especially after the lack of FF characters in KH3.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For now, though, that is more speculation than anything else.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Nomura has given us an original world, a concept that dates back to Kingdom Hearts 3, and the promise that it is &#8220;pretty amazing.&#8221; Knowing Kingdom Hearts, that is probably all the information we are going to get until the game releases.</p>



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Tetsuya Nomura says Kingdom Hearts 4 will feature a unique world concept originally planned for Kingdom Hearts 3!


Kingdom Hearts 4 Will Feature a World Originally Planned for KH3


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Epic Games has officially gone completely crazy with the next Fortnite season.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Called Fortnite: Override, the new season launches on August 20 and is being presented as a huge celebration of video game history, bringing together characters and franchises that honestly have no business being in the same game. </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And, of course, it is exactly why it works.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you thought all the Anime, movies, and other characters that appeared in Fortnite so far were insane, then you are not ready for what is to come! The basic idea behind Override is pretty simple: &#8220;<strong>Break the rules, change the game</strong>.&#8221; Jonesy is transported into a digital world, and from there, Fortnite basically becomes one giant crossover between different eras and games. And there are a lot of familiar faces.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Sonic, Mega Man, Persona 5 and More</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">As you can see, the trailer is full of cameos and collaborations, including some franchises that Fortnite fans have been asking about for years. Sonic the Hedgehog is one of the biggest faces of the season, with Tails also appearing in his rather adorable blocky form. Dr. Eggman is here too, because obviously you cannot have Sonic without Eggman causing problems. Then there is Joker from Persona 5, Mega Man, Crash Bandicoot, Spyro the Dragon, and some characters from Mortal Kombat, including Scorpion, Raiden, and Kitana. The trailer also features the deer from 99 Nights in the Forest, bringing a Roblox game into this already ridiculous collection of gaming crossovers.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And somehow, that is still not everything. Other confirmed franchises are:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Tetris</li>



<li>Pac Man</li>



<li>Jazz Jackrabbit</li>



<li>Mega Man</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">It is honestly the kind of trailer where you probably need to pause every few seconds just to figure out what you just saw.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And it is still not everything. The cover art for the Season shows way more characters from other games than those you see in the trailer. The biggest surprise is probably Sora! Yes, Sora from <a href="https://all.gg/news/how-to-catch-up-on-the-entire-kingdom-hearts-series/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kingdom Hearts</a> is visible on the official Override season artwork. That is pretty damn interesting considering how much speculation there has been around a possible Kingdom Hearts collaboration. However, Sora was not shown in the official trailer, and Epic has not officially confirmed exactly what his appearance on the artwork means or when he could arrive. So for now, I am keeping this firmly in the &#8220;very interesting&#8221; category, and I am not calling Sora a confirmed Fortnite skin.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">There are also plenty of other characters appearing on that artwork, including:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Halo</li>



<li>Street Fighter</li>



<li>Tomb Raider</li>



<li>The Witcher</li>



<li>Beyond Good &amp; Evil</li>



<li>Blade from Honkai Star Rail</li>



<li>PEAK</li>



<li>And more!</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">It is unknown if these will just appear as skins, or if we get specific zones, events, or worlds around them, but one thing is sure: Epic Games went really&#8230; well&#8230; Epic with that one!</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">It Is Not Just About Skins</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">What is particularly interesting about Override is that Epic does not seem to be treating all of these collaborations as simple cosmetics. A few of the trailer&#8217;s sequences show that different franchises will influence the gameplay. There is a high-speed sequence that very clearly evokes Sonic, and Mega Man&#8217;s Mega Buster can be seen being used as a weapon. Tails also appears to have a role as a means of transportation, and a 1UP coin makes an appearance. Epic has not explained exactly what the coin does yet, though, so we will have to wait until the season launches to find out.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">That is potentially the coolest part of Override.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Fortnite has obviously done an enormous number of collaborations at this point, but there is a difference between dropping a character into the Item Shop and incorporating elements from their games into the island. If Epic follows through on that idea, Override could feel more like a playable celebration of video games, and not just another collection of crossover skins.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Battle Pass Is Getting In on It Too</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Override Battle Pass launches alongside the season on August 20 and continues the video game theme. A trailer for the Pass has also been released already, and it seems themed around 64Bits!</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Sonic and a few others are among the collaborations associated with the Battle Pass, alongside original Fortnite characters designed with a 64Bits style. The whole point of the season seems to be taking recognizable elements from gaming history and asking, &#8220;What if we put that in Fortnite?&#8221;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Of course, the Battle Pass is not where the collaborations end either. A lot of the characters will probably appear in the Item Shop as skins. Exact release dates for all of these collaborations have not been announced yet, so we will have to wait and see when each character arrives.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Fortnite Is Basically Becoming a Gaming Museum</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">That is probably what makes Override so interesting. Fortnite has already established itself as the ultimate crossover game, but this season feels like Epic is leaning into that idea even harder. You have got Sonic and Tetris, two completely different pieces of gaming history. You have got Persona 5, Mega Man, Crash, Spyro and Pac-Man sitting alongside Fortnite characters.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And then there are all the other games from the cover artwork thrown into the mix.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">It is completely ridiculous. But it is also kind of fitting for Fortnite.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The game has always been about adding a ton of different collaborations to the game. We have had things like Marvel heroes, Anime characters, movie or other game characters, and it is what always made the beauty of the game. Gathering so many communities together inside one single little game. So having an entire season around basically gathering the entire history of gaming together, it is definitely interesting!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Fortnite Override launches August 20, and if the trailer is anything to go by, the Island is about to become one of the strangest video game crossover events we have ever seen.</p>



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Fortnite Override launches with Sonic, Mega Man, Persona 5, Crash Bandicoot, Mortal Kombat and more in a huge celebration of gaming.


Fortnite Override Is a Huge Celebration of Video Game Legends


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">It looks like the long-awaited Sleeping Dogs movie might finally be getting somewhere!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">After years of uncertainty surrounding the adaptation, Simu Liu has given fans a surprisingly positive update, saying the project is &#8220;moving along really well&#8221; and now has a director, a production company, and a &#8220;REAL path forward.&#8221;</p>



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">okay, here it is. we’re moving along really well, we have a director, and a production company, and a REAL path forward.<br><br>we’re just in the dealmaking process with the game studio rn (which is a total fan moment for me bc i love SquareEnix). your support is fuelling us all! <a href="https://t.co/1ufLYZab0E">https://t.co/1ufLYZab0E</a></p>&mdash; Simu Liu (@SimuLiu) <a href="https://x.com/SimuLiu/status/2088976317765062978?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 16, 2026</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The update came after a fan asked Liu where things currently stand with the movie. Liu responded directly, explaining that the team is currently working through the dealmaking process with Square Enix, since they own the Sleeping Dogs IP. Liu wrote that they already have a director and a production company, and that the only big step currently being worked out is the deal with the game studio. He also admitted that negotiating with Square Enix is a bit of a fan moment for him, saying he loves the company.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And honestly, this is probably the most encouraging update we have had in a while.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Finally Moving Forward</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Sleeping Dogs movie has had a pretty messy history. The original adaptation was announced years ago with Donnie Yen attached, but that version eventually fell apart. Liu later picked up the project and confirmed in 2025 that a script draft had been completed. Timo Tjahjanto, known for action movies including The Night Comes for Us and Nobody 2, was also confirmed as the new director toward the end of 2025.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So the movie now has a script, a director, a production company, and Simu Liu. The big thing still missing is the final agreement with Square Enix.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">That means we should not call the movie officially greenlit just yet. But compared to where the project has been for most of its history, this is definitely a much more promising situation. And considering how many fans are still asking for a Sleeping Dogs 2, getting the movie made could potentially give the franchise a second life.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For now, though, we will have to wait and see if Liu and the team can get that deal with Square Enix over the line.</p>



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Simu Liu says the Sleeping Dogs movie is moving along well, with a director and production company in place and negotiations underway!


The Sleeping Dogs Movie Is Finally Making Real Progress


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you missed out on it last time, The Legend of California is heading back into testing next month, as Kintsugiyama has announced that Alpha 4 will begin on September 17. The next Alpha will run from <strong>Thursday, September 17 at 10 AM PT until Monday, September 21 at 10 AM PT</strong>, making this the longest Alpha so far. The previous test was shorter, so you will have an extra day this time around.</p>



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Alpha 4 arrives September 17<br><br>The Alpha playtest comes back online in September, and this time it runs an extra day.<br><br>START: Thursday, September 17, 2026 10:00 AM PT<br>END: Monday, September 21, 2026 10:00 AM PT<br><br>Everyone who played in the previous Alpha is automatically welcomed… <a href="https://t.co/MteoDMUZKF">pic.twitter.com/MteoDMUZKF</a></p>&mdash; The Legend Of California (@TheLegendOfCali) <a href="https://x.com/TheLegendOfCali/status/2088687414739103788?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And if you have already participated in a previous Alpha test, you will not need to sign up again. Anyone who participated in the previous Alpha will automatically be welcomed back when the servers go live, but more players will be invited from the game&#8217;s Steam signup list this time as well!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This means that if you did not get access last time, go to the <a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/2550530/The_Legend_of_California/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">game&#8217;s Steam page</a> and sign up for the test there. Technically, you will see an option to sign up when you visit the page.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you are chosen to participate, you will receive an Email once we are closer to the next test date!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And for the occasion, a new trailer has also been released!</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The developers have also been working on quite a bit since the previous test, so there will be a ton of new things to discover. More information will probably be shared once we get closer to September 17. It is also good to note that Alpha 4 is not going to be the last test of the year.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">2 More Alphas and One Beta Before Early Access</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Answering to a <a href="https://x.com/TheLegendOfCali/status/2088741928179548272?s=20" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">comment on Twitter/X</a>, the developers have also confirmed that two more Alpha tests are planned for 2026, and the game&#8217;s Beta and Early Access plans have now been pushed to 2027. So there is still quite a bit of testing to go before The Legend of California is ready to properly launch, but at least you know that this is not your last chance to test the game before it officially releases.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">As mentioned, for anyone who has not played yet, the Steam sign-up list is the current way to get a chance at joining the upcoming tests, and anyone can try their luck! This is not unique to content creators or anything like that.</p>



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The Legend of California Alpha 4 begins soon and will run extra days, with two more Alpha tests planned before Beta and Early Access in 2027.


The Legend of California’s Next Alpha Begins Soon


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The developers behind Slay the Spire 2 have just dropped their monthly Neowsletter, giving players another look at what&#8217;s happening behind the scenes. This month&#8217;s update includes progress on the previously discussed roadmap, a few exciting teasers for future updates, and plenty of hints about what&#8217;s coming next.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Neowsletter August 2026</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">As always, we highly recommend checking out <a href="https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2868840/view/685261553769906927?l=english" data-type="link" data-id="https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2868840/view/685261553769906927?l=english" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the full Neowsletter</a> for yourself, especially if you want to see all of the fantastic community creations, highlights, and other details shared by the developers. But if you&#8217;re just looking for the biggest takeaways, we&#8217;ve got you covered.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Several features from the <a href="https://all.gg/news/slay-the-spire-2-update-2-rng-rework-steam-workshop/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/slay-the-spire-2-update-2-rng-rework-steam-workshop/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">previously discussed roadmap</a> are finally moving forward. Some of the additions currently in development include:</p>



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<li>Steam Workshop support</li>



<li>Initial scaffolding for The Bestiary</li>



<li>The Badge and Score system</li>



<li>Traditional Chinese and Indonesian localization</li>



<li>Plenty of new cards and relics</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">However, the most exciting part of the update is what the team plans to focus on next.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">New Content</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="800" height="450" src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Slay-the-Spire-2-Neowsletter-August-2026.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-17046" srcset="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Slay-the-Spire-2-Neowsletter-August-2026.webp 800w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Slay-the-Spire-2-Neowsletter-August-2026-300x169.webp 300w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/Slay-the-Spire-2-Neowsletter-August-2026-768x432.webp 768w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The developers are currently shifting their attention toward several major additions, including:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Experimental game modes</li>



<li>An alternate Act 2</li>



<li>A brand-new character</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">According to the Neowsletter, development is beginning to ramp up in these new areas, and the alternate Act 2 and new character are easily the biggest reveals. An entirely new version of one of the game&#8217;s core acts could bring some major changes to how runs play out, while a new character means even more ways to build decks and experiment with different strategies.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The only downside is that, as development shifts toward these larger additions, updates may become a little quieter for a while.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The most recent major updates from the beta branch introduced a new boss, balance changes, and a selection of new cards and relics. Still, we definitely weren&#8217;t expecting Mega Crit to start teasing an alternate Act 2 this soon, let alone an entirely new character.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For now, that&#8217;s all we know. We&#8217;ll likely have to wait until the next update makes its way out of the beta branch, but Slay the Spire 2 is clearly shaping up to have some major additions on the horizon.</p>


Slay the Spire 2’s latest Neowsletter teases some massive additions, including an alternate Act 2, experimental game modes, and a brand-new

Slay the Spire 2 Teases Alternate Act 2 and New Character


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Creative Assembly recently dropped another Cinematic trailer, featuring more upcoming DLC for the Lords of the End Times for Total War: Warhammer 3. This update will be one of the biggest DLCs coming to Warhammer 3.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The End Times Draw Near</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Lords of the End Times bundle for Total War: Warhammer 3 is introducing four new Legendary Lords from the apocalyptic End Times, alongside brand new units and gameplay features. </p>



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<iframe loading="lazy" title="Total War: WARHAMMER III - Lords of The End Times - Cinematic trailer" width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/YH9VdFvHiO8?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe>
</div></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Drain life from the world and ascend to godhood as Nagash. Seed Gardens of Corruption and spread vile pestilence as the Glottkin. Orchestrate diabolical events through cunning Masterplans as Thanquol. Or rekindle the Flame of Ulric in defense of the Empire as Boris Todbringer.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">In total, this new bundle comes with:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>4 Legendary Lords</li>



<li>8 Legendary Heroes</li>



<li>5 Lords &amp; Heroes</li>



<li>23 Battle Units</li>



<li>12 Regiments of Renown</li>



<li>And all new Gameplay Mechanics, Features, and Objectives</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">You can pre-purchase this bundle for around $30 on Steam, or pick up only one or two Legendary Lords for under $10. Speaking of, now is also the best time to grab any other missing DLC&#8217;s while the <a href="https://all.gg/news/total-war-warhammer-steam-sale-offers-up-to-78-off/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/total-war-warhammer-steam-sale-offers-up-to-78-off/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Total War: Warhammer publisher sale</a> lasts.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"></p>


Creative Assembly has revealed another look at the massive Lords of the End Times DLC for Total War: Warhammer 3, featuring four Legendary Lords, new

The End Times Are Coming to Total War: Warhammer 3


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Alongside the massive <a href="https://all.gg/news/sega-steam-sale-offers-up-to-85-off/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/sega-steam-sale-offers-up-to-85-off/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sega Steam publisher sale</a> going on, there&#8217;s also a massive Total War: Warhammer franchise Steam sale going on as well. Now is the perfect time to get into the Total War: Warhammer series, especially since the <a href="https://all.gg/news/the-end-times-are-coming-to-total-war-warhammer-3/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/the-end-times-are-coming-to-total-war-warhammer-3/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lords of the End Times DLCs</a> are coming out soon.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Total War: Warhammer Sale</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Total War: Warhammer games have been around for a very long time. Spanning three titles, over a hundred DLCs, and dozens of factions, it&#8217;s a project in the making for 10 years. Now we may be seeing the sun set on the Warhammer Fantasy setting as <a href="https://all.gg/news/total-war-enters-warhammer-40k-and-it-looks-massive/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/total-war-enters-warhammer-40k-and-it-looks-massive/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Total War: WARHAMMER 40,000</a> is drawing ever closer. Especially since we are getting characters and events from the End Times. </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">With 10 years of development, thousands of hours of content, and nearly endless replayability, now is a wonderful time to get into the franchise while it&#8217;s on sale.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">But a quick disclaimer for those who haven&#8217;t played any of the Total War: Warhammer games. The first, second, and third games, plus all of their respective DLCs, carry over to the third game. <strong>For example, if you purchase a DLC in the first game, those units will be available in the second and third installments.</strong> But if you don&#8217;t own those DLCs, you can still fight against them in Immortal Empires.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Here are some of the biggest discounts we found:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Total War: WARHAMMER TRILOGY &#8211; 78%</li>



<li>Total War: WARHAMMER Collection &#8211; 60%</li>



<li>Total War: WARHAMMER 2 Collection &#8211; 60%</li>



<li>Total War: WARHAMMER 3 Collection &#8211; 58%</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">As for the majority of individual DLCs, they are, on average, 50% off, whereas newer ones for Warhammer 3 are 50% to 20% off. Also, a small tip: if you want some extra blood and carnage, you only need to purchase the Blood for the Blood God pack once, not three times for each game.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"></p>


A massive Total War: Warhammer Steam sale is now live, with discounts of up to 78% on the trilogy, collections, and dozens of DLCs. With the Lords of

Total War: Warhammer Steam Sale Offers Up to 78% Off


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Sega has launched a massive publisher sale on Steam, giving fans the chance to save up to 85% on select titles across some of the company&#8217;s biggest franchises. Whether you&#8217;ve been waiting to grab a game from your wishlist at a steep discount or are looking for the perfect excuse to dive into an entirely new series, there are plenty of deals worth checking out.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Sega Publisher Sale</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Fans have until August 24 to take advantage of discounts on a wide range of Sega titles. From newer and classic Sonic adventures to the sprawling Yakuza and Like a Dragon series, this sale is packed with opportunities to finally jump into some of Sega&#8217;s most popular franchises.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">It&#8217;s also a great time to catch up on Atlus&#8217; RPG catalog. With <em><a href="https://all.gg/news/mappa-is-animating-persona-4-revival/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/mappa-is-animating-persona-4-revival/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Persona 4 Revival</a></em> and<a href="https://all.gg/news/persona-4-revival-revealed-persona-6-teased-in-surprise-atlus-drop/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/persona-4-revival-revealed-persona-6-teased-in-surprise-atlus-drop/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> <em>Persona 6</em></a> both on the horizon, players who have yet to experience the modern Persona games can grab <em>Persona 5 Royal</em> and <em>Persona 3 Reload</em> for significantly less.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Strategy fans aren&#8217;t being left out either, with <em>Total War: Warhammer 3</em> receiving one of <a href="https://all.gg/news/total-war-warhammer-steam-sale-offers-up-to-78-off/" data-type="link" data-id="https://all.gg/news/total-war-warhammer-steam-sale-offers-up-to-78-off/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the biggest discounts in the entire sale.</a></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Overall, here are some of the best deals we found:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Persona 5 Royal &#8211; 70%</li>



<li>Persona 3 Reload &#8211; 65%</li>



<li>Metaphor: ReFantazio &#8211; 60%</li>



<li>Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance &#8211; 70%</li>



<li>Yakuza: Like a Dragon &#8211; 60%</li>



<li>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth &#8211; 75%</li>



<li>Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii &#8211; 75%</li>



<li>Yakuza 0 Director&#8217;s Cut &#8211; 45%</li>



<li>Total War: Warhammer 3 &#8211; 85%</li>



<li>The Judgment Collection &#8211; 73%</li>



<li>Sonic Racing CrossWorlds &#8211; 60%</li>



<li>Sonic Frontiers &#8211; 65%</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">With discounts reaching as high as 85%, there&#8217;s never been a better time to expand your Steam library or finally see what all the hype is about.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"></p>


Sega’s massive Steam Publisher Sale is live, offering discounts of up to 85% on Persona, Like a Dragon, Sonic, Total War, and more.


Sega Steam Sale Offers Up to 85% Off


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We are getting a much better idea of what Tides of Annihilation is going to play like, and honestly, the combat system sounds pretty damn interesting. The upcoming action game from Eclipse Glow Games has <a href="https://x.com/KindredBlade/status/2088616568301498661?s=20" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">revealed a bunch of new details</a>, including how Gwendolyn can fight alongside summoned Knights of the Round Table, some of the game&#8217;s bosses, its progression systems, and even some of the ways those Knight abilities can be used outside combat.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">There is still no release date for Tides of Annihilation, but the game will be playable at <a href="https://all.gg/news/these-are-the-games-confirmed-for-gamescom-2026-so-far/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Gamescom 2026</a>! So we will get more details after that as well!</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">You Can Fight Alongside Two Knights at Once</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/06/tides-combat-1024x576.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-13120" srcset="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/06/tides-combat-1024x576.webp 1024w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/06/tides-combat-300x169.webp 300w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/06/tides-combat-768x432.webp 768w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/06/tides-combat-1536x864.webp 1536w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/06/tides-combat.webp 1920w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">One of the most interesting parts of Tides of Annihilation is its Knight system. Gwendolyn can equip two sets of Knights and swap between them during combos. Each set contains a Main Knight and a Sub-Knight, with the two serving very different purposes. </p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>The Main Knight determines Gwendolyn&#8217;s primary weapon and attack style</li>



<li>The Sub-Knight provides utility and support attacks</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">A few of the Main Knights have already been shown:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Bedivere</strong>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Uses a scythe</li>



<li>Builds up a gauge during combat</li>



<li>Can unleash powerful burst attacks</li>
</ul>
</li>



<li><strong>Gareth</strong>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Fast character focused on wind-based attacks</li>



<li>His attacks leave feathers behind that automatically hit enemies</li>
</ul>
</li>



<li><strong>Palamedes</strong>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Hits much harder than the other two</li>



<li>His attacks rely on charging up before unleashing huge amounts of damage</li>



<li>Can stagger enemies quicker to create openings</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Two Sub Knights were also shown in the latest demo: <strong>Gawain </strong>and <strong>Kay</strong>. Gawain can teleport directly toward enemies and deal mid-range damage, helping extend combos, and Kay has the ability to freeze time.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">That combination of Main and Sub Knights could make the combat system super flexible. Instead of simply switching weapons, you are combining different characters and abilities.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Knight abilities are also useful outside of combat. Certain Knight abilities can be used to solve puzzles, meaning that the characters you have equipped can affect how you interact with the world outside of battles. You can also travel between different dimensions to open up new paths, so there is exploration on top of combat.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">On top of the Knights, you also equip weapons and Talismans.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Weapons come with passive perks, and Talismans cost points to equip and provide powerful modifiers that can significantly change how Gwendolyn fights. One example shown gives basic attacks the ability to summon falling meteors, so there is clearly a lot of fun things to mess around with! It sounds like there will be quite a bit of room to build different builds.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Bosses And Mythology</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Tides of Annihilation also seems to be going all-in on its mix of mythologies. The game apparently has characters and creatures inspired by Arthurian, British, Egyptian, Japanese, and Chinese mythology, and the latest demo showed off a few of them.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">One of the bosses is Anubis, who can be found in the Egyptian wing. He uses sand whirlpools and walls to trap Gwendolyn, can summon priests to help him, and can even alter the battlefield during the encounter. Mordred is fought in a library and is another humanoid boss capable of summoning Knights. The second phase of the fight takes things up a notch, with Mordred bringing out a giant dragon. Then there is a Japanese Yokai that becomes even more dangerous during its second phase when it transforms into a dragon-like creature.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Tides of Annihilation is clearly not limiting itself to Arthurian mythology.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Still No Release Date</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">There is still one pretty important piece of information missing since Tides of Annihilation does not have a release date yet. We do know that the game will be at Gamescom 2026, however, so we should hopefully get another good look at it soon. Given they had to change the VA of Gwendolyn recently, this might be one of the reasons we do not have a release date yet. But the more we hear about the game, the more ambitious it sounds. </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Now we just need ot know when we can play it!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">It is also worth mentioning that since the VA recently changed, the model for Gwendolyn has also received some modifications. So if you feel like she does not quite look the same anymore, well, you are not crazy.</p>



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Tides of Annihilation reveals new details on its Knight combat system, bosses, exploration, Talismans, mythology, and more!


Tides of Annihilation Reveals New Combat, Bosses, and Systems


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So, <a href="https://all.gg/news/kingdom-hearts-4-extended-trailer-brings-riku-to-quadratum/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kingdom Hearts 4</a> is finally coming in late 2027.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you have only played Kingdom Hearts 1, 2, and 3, you might think you are already ready for the next game. And technically, yes, you can absolutely play the numbered trilogy and enjoy the main story. But if you want to understand what is happening in Kingdom Hearts 4, there is a little more homework involved. A lot of new players understandably assume that Kingdom Hearts is basically a trilogy. In reality, the series has spent years building a much larger story across main games, spin-offs, mobile games, browser games, and some extremely complicated lore.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And with Kingdom Hearts 4 bringing a lot of those threads together, now is probably the best time to catch up. Someone on Twitter/X has shared one of the best ways to experience it, so we thought we would go over it all with you!</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="572" src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/kh4-mickey-1024x572.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-16979" srcset="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/kh4-mickey-1024x572.webp 1024w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/kh4-mickey-300x167.webp 300w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/kh4-mickey-768x429.webp 768w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/kh4-mickey.webp 1331w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Kingdom Hearts 4 Catch-Up Order</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you want to experience the story in a recommended sort-of release order, this is clearly the best recommended route. It was originally posted by <a href="https://x.com/MoreLimitless/status/2088623187483357510?s=20" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">MoreLimitless on Twitter/X</a>:</p>



<ol start="1" class="wp-block-list">
<li>Kingdom Hearts Final Mix</li>



<li>Kingdom Hearts Re: Chain of Memories</li>



<li>Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix</li>



<li>Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days</li>



<li>Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep Final Mix</li>



<li>Kingdom Hearts Re: Coded</li>



<li>Kingdom Hearts Dream Drop Distance</li>



<li>Kingdom Hearts χ [chi]</li>



<li>Kingdom Hearts χ Back Cover</li>



<li>Kingdom Hearts Union χ [Cross]</li>



<li>Kingdom Hearts 0.2 </li>



<li>Kingdom Hearts III</li>



<li>Kingdom Hearts III Re Mind DLC</li>



<li>Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory</li>



<li>Kingdom Hearts Dark Road</li>
</ol>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="891" height="1024" src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/kh-watch-order-891x1024.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-17030" style="aspect-ratio:0.8701281885277742;width:559px;height:auto" srcset="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/kh-watch-order-891x1024.webp 891w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/kh-watch-order-261x300.webp 261w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/kh-watch-order-768x883.webp 768w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/kh-watch-order-1336x1536.webp 1336w, https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/static.bigbrain.gg/allgg/2026/08/kh-watch-order.webp 1781w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 891px) 100vw, 891px" /></figure>
</div>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And yes, I know that list looks absolutely ridiculous when you see it written out. That is kind of the point. But do not worry, not all of them are &#8220;playable&#8221;.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Do You Actually Have to Play All of Them?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The answer to that question is straightforward: no. If you just want to experience the main adventure, Kingdom Hearts 1, 2, and 3 will still give you the most important information about Sora&#8217;s story. The problem is that you will be missing a lot of context. Characters introduced in what were once considered side games have become extremely important to the overall story. The events of the χ games, in particular, have gone from feeling like completely separate ancient history to being a huge part of the series&#8217; current storyline.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">And based on everything we have seen from Kingdom Hearts 4 so far, that is not going away.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We have already seen characters such as Strelitzia, references to the Dandelions, and plenty of other connections to the lore. So if you are jumping straight from Kingdom Hearts III into Kingdom Hearts IV without knowing what happened in those games, you are probably going to have a lot of &#8220;wait, who is that?&#8221; moments.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">You Do NOT Have to Play Every Game</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">There is also a very important distinction here. You do not necessarily need to play every single one of these games yourself. Some of them are incredibly difficult to access today. The older games were released on hardware that most people no longer own, and the mobile games are pretty much gone. Some of the older games are also included inside the compilations of the main games in a &#8220;movie&#8221; format with just the cutscenes. You cannot simply download the original versions of everything and start playing. And honestly, you do not need to.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For a lot of these games, watching a good compilation of the story and cutscenes on YouTube is perfectly fine as well. You are mainly trying to understand the characters, events, and lore that feed into the modern games. The goal is not to actively have to play through all of them. So even if the list is long, over half of it is just you having to pretty much watch a couple of movies. You could spend hundreds of hours trying to experience everything yourself, or you can watch the relevant cutscenes and story summaries and save yourself a massive amount of time.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Personally, if your goal is simply to be ready for Kingdom Hearts 4, I would absolutely recommend doing a mixture of both.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Play the games that are available and that you really want to experience, then use cutscene movies or story summaries for the older or inaccessible stuff.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Use the Current Steam Sales</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The good news is that most of the important games are much easier to access now thanks to the modern PC releases. The Kingdom Hearts collections are <a href="https://store.steampowered.com/sale/kingdomheartsfranchise" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">currently available on Steam</a>, and they are all reduced. Even better, you can find a <a href="https://store.steampowered.com/sub/1000794/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kingdom Hearts Integrum Masterpiece</a> that is currently discounted to around €30, and it includes pretty much all the games in one go.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The current offer ends on August 20, so you have only a few days left if you want to grab it at that price. If you are interested in playing through the series yourself, this is probably one of the better times to start. It includes everything from the First game to the 3rd.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">So Where Should You Start?</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you have never touched Kingdom Hearts before, do not look at that giant list and immediately give up. Start with Kingdom Hearts Final Mix, then go through the games in the order above. When you reach something difficult or impossible to access, or that has gameplay you are not interested in, watch the story instead. You do not need to understand every single piece of Kingdom Hearts lore before playing Kingdom Hearts 4. Frankly, I am not sure anyone understands every piece of Kingdom Hearts lore.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">But if you want to go into Kingdom Hearts 4 knowing who the Dandelions are, why Strelitzia matters, what happened to the various Keyblade wielders, why Quadratum is so important, and how we ended up with Sora stuck in this strange new reality, then the numbered trilogy alone is not going to be enough.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We have more than a year to go before Kingdom Hearts 4 arrives in late 2027. That is plenty of time to get through the madness.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">After the latest <a href="https://all.gg/news/kingdom-hearts-4-gets-a-release-window-and-reveals-first-world/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kingdom Hearts 4 trailers</a> finally gave us a release window for late 2027, some fans were already wondering if the game could be delayed into 2028. Well, you will be happy to hear that, according to director Tetsuya Nomura, you do not need to worry about that!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Nomura addressed the speculation directly, saying he had seen comments online suggesting that Kingdom Hearts 4 would be delayed beyond 2027. He wanted to set the record straight and make it clear that <strong>this will not happen</strong>.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">In fact, Nomura says development is progressing faster than he expected. He explained that he is heading back to Tokyo tomorrow (well, today at the time of writing this now), and that the game&#8217;s mastered version is currently progressing much faster than he had imagined. Because of that, he says Kingdom Hearts 4 will not be delayed and asks fans to look forward to it.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">So there you have it. <strong>Kingdom Hearts 4 is going to release in late 2027, and Nomura does not expect that window to change.</strong></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Of course, plans can always change in game development, especially this far ahead of release. But it is certainly reassuring to hear this directly from Nomura, particularly after fans immediately started speculating about a 2028 release following yesterday&#8217;s announcement. For now, it sounds like Kingdom Hearts 4 is moving along better than Nomura expected. And <a href="https://all.gg/news/kingdom-hearts-4-extended-trailer-brings-riku-to-quadratum/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">after the amount of new footage</a> we have received over the last couple of days, it definitely feels like Square Enix is finally ready to start showing us what the game has been working toward!</p>



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