Leamington Spa, UK – July 22, 2026: Online co-op detective horror game Shift at Midnight is out now on PC and Xbox Series X|S. The night shift officially begins today, with the game also available via Game Pass across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and Xbox Cloud Gaming. Players can clock in for $9.99 / £9.99 / €9.99.

Developed by Australian solo developer Bun Muen, Shift at Midnight is an online co-op detective horror game for up to three players. Players work together across randomly generated shifts to investigate their customers, some of whom are only pretending to be human. Make one mistake, and you’ll be forced to board up, set traps, and hide.

Shift at Midnight has also partnered with Escape the Backrooms, Phasmophobia, and YAPYAP for a series of spooky Steam bundles, offering players discounts on the ultimate co-op horror experience.

About Shift at Midnight 

Managing a gas station is tough work, keep your stock shelves full and sell enough products to meet your quota each night, take deliveries and keep your store nice and clean.

Oh, and make sure to interrogate each customer as you serve – as some are not human and are in fact doppelgangers – miss one and they will return later that shift to try and kill you and your friends… Execute on site if you think they are not human – just be sure to clean up after.

If you mess up, be prepared to set traps, barricade the doors and hide as the doppelgangers return as horrible monsters.

Manage your gas station

Stock the shelves, take deliveries, keep your store clean & serve customers. Each shift is randomly generated… meaning no 2 shifts are the same.

Not all customers are human…

Managing a gas station these days also means you have to be a detective… You may ask each customer 5 questions, examine their ID, cross-check their details in the computer, and observe their behaviour. Make sure they are human before you let them leave, or they will come back…

Board Up, Lay Traps and Hide

If a creature manages to leave the store, all hell breaks loose. Barricade the doors, place traps, and find a place to hide. Survival is no longer guaranteed.

Better with friends!

Multiplayer is where the game thrives, work together or at least be together… proximity chat enhances the experience.

Features:

• Multiplayer
• Proximity chat
• Interrogate customers
• Randomly Generated Shifts
• Gas Station Management
• Character customisation

About Kwalee

Kwalee is a multi-award-winning games publisher and developer based in Leamington Spa, UK. The company has built a growing catalogue of PC and console titles, including Wildmender, ROBOBEAT, Voidwrought, In Sink, Hordes of Hunger, The Precinct, Town to City, Don’t Stop Girlypop!, Grime II, Modulus: Factory Automation and Shift at Midnight alongside upcoming releases such as Hark the Ghoul, Call of the Elder Gods, Ground Zero, Retro Space, Lost Hellden, BPM Bitcrushed, Welcome to Elderfield, Lily’s World XD, Rune Dice, Steam to Electric, Vampire: The Masquerade — ETERNAL WHISPERS and more. 

Founded by games industry icon and Codemasters co-founder David Darling CBE, Kwalee is supported by a global team of games experts, with studios in the UK, India, and remote locations worldwide. The company is actively seeking high-quality games to publish across all platforms and welcomes developers to get in touch.

Officially recognised as ‘Best Publisher’ at the TIGA Awards 2022, Kwalee is also a committed industry advocate—serving as an ambassador for the non-profit organisation Women in Games and regularly supporting charities such as Safe In Our World, GamesAid, and SpecialEffect.

Team up with friends, recruit zombies, and grow a chaotic criminal empire in this four-player co-op sandbox

[July 22, 2026] – The apocalypse is open for business. Developer Gamecraft Studios has released the latest playable demo for Zombuds, giving players an early look at its chaotic four-player co-op sandbox where you won’t just survive the apocalypse – you’ll own it. Team up with friends, build a bizarre drug empire, recruit survivors, and brainwash zombies to become the baddest apocalypse tycoon. 

In Zombuds, players explore a zombie-infested open world, scavenging valuable resources, expanding production, and automating logistics as they grow an unconventional criminal enterprise. Whether playing solo or alongside up to three friends, every decision shapes how your business evolves throughout the apocalypse.

Key Features:

• Build a Co-op Drug Empire: Team up with up to three friends to produce, distribute, and expand your operation across an open world.
• Recruit Survivors and Brainwash Zombies: Grow your workforce with both human survivors and obedient undead as you automate production and logistics.
• Explore, Loot, and Expand: Scavenge dangerous locations, unlock new opportunities, and shape your underworld enterprise however you choose.
• Play the Demo Today: Experience the latest version of Zombuds and help shape development through player feedback.

The latest Zombuds demo is available now on Steam. Download the demo, wishlist the game, and follow Gamecraft Studios for future updates as development continues.

About Gamecraft Studios Founded in 2014 by the Zaidan Brothers, Gamecraft Studios is a passionate game development company based in Brazil. The studio debuted with Eliosi’s Hunt and since then have brought to the world other titles like Vampire Hunters, BIT.TRIP RERUNNER, Rogue Summoner and For Sparta. The team is driven to craft games that people will love to play. To learn more about Gamecraft Studios, please visit: htps://gamecraftstudios.com.

EA SPORTS FC has correctly predicted the world champions for the fifth consecutive tournament, following Spain’s victory last night.

The run now stands at:

• 2010 – Spain
• 2014 – Germany 
• 2018 – France
• 2022 – Argentina 
• 2026 – Spain

This year’s prediction was informed by more than 100 simulations conducted using EA SPORTS FC 26’s The World’s Game Tournament Mode.

To mark the result, we are providing exclusive community data revealing how players engaged with this summer’s competition in-game.

The dataset includes insight into the nations fans backed most heavily, the players who delivered the strongest performances, and where the community’s version of the tournament aligned with, or diverged from, the action on the pitch.

It also shows how players used EA SPORTS FC 26 to recreate, reshape and write their own version of the competition.

Devolver Digital and Ojiro Fumoto are delighted to announce that beloved platformer Poinpy is now available on all mobile platforms, completely free of charge!

Previously a Netflix Games exclusive, Poinpy is a colourful climbing game about crushing fruits and making juice to keep a hungry creature fed. Bounce your way up a fruit-filled cave while the greedy beast pursues you from below. Rebound through randomly generated levels collecting all the tasty fruits it craves, then pound the ground to juice ‘em up!

Developed by the creator of Downwell, Poinpy features intuitive one-hand controls designed specifically for mobile, can be played in short sessions, and features gameplay that can be picked up instantly but take hours to truly master.

It’s basically the perfect mobile game.

App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/poinpy/id1529163722 
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.devolverdigital.poinpy

Poinpy is available now for Apple and Android devices. You can grab it from the App Store or Google Play, and it’s free, as in really free, not stuffed with microtransactions – although you can tip Ojiro in-game if you really love it and want to show your support.

Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe announces an action-packed, entirely playable line-up for this year’s edition of Gamescom. ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE will soar for the first time in the hands of visitors, along with DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 3 playable for the first time in Europe. Finally, fans of dark fantasy will be treated with the world’s first open playable sessions of The Blood of Dawnwalker. We look forward to welcoming you to the Bandai Namco booth which will be located in Hall 6.1, booth A20/B021.

ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE features a deep engaging campaign, promising to deliver the most cinematic experience yet in the series. The story puts players in the role of an ace pilot fighting for the survival of their homeland. Developed by Bandai Namco Aces Inc., ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE promises to elevate the flight shooting franchise to new heights and will launch on 2 October 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

Building on the legacy of the series, DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 3 delivers an entirely new DRAGON BALL experience where players are invited to create and embody the hero they aspire to be in an unexplored world envisioned by the original creator, Akira Toriyama. Blending an epic, story-driven RPG with high-octane action, the game promises an unforgettable journey through a vibrant new universe and its diverse cast of characters. DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 3will launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC in 2027. 

The Blood of Dawnwalker is the upcoming open world Action RPG developed by Rebel Wolves, set in a 14th century dark fantasy where you will play as Coen, a young man turned into a Dawnwalker, forever treading the line between the world of day and the realm of night. Your actions and inactions will impact Coen’s journey to save his family from Brencis, the ruthless vampire lord ruling over his homeland, Vale Sangora. Will you embrace the darkness or fight for his humanity? The Blood of Dawnwalker will release on 3 September 2026 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.

For more information about titles from Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe please visit: https://www.bandainamcoent.eu.

About Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe S.A.S.   

Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe is a leading global publisher, developer, and distributor of entertainment content for platforms including, but not limited to, all major video game consoles and PC. 

Producing intellectual property for a global audience, Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe is building its reputation with franchises such as LITTLE NIGHTMARES™, and production capabilities of Reflector Entertainment. 

Based in Lyon, France, Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe is known for bringing many of the entertainment industry’s top franchises such as PAC-MAN™, GUNDAM™, TEKKEN™, ACE COMBAT™, DARK SOULS™, and ELDEN RING™ to EMEA and ANZ markets. 

For more information, please visit www.bandainamcoent.eu  

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Kylian Mbappé makes his franchise return to EA SPORTS FC™ as cover star for EA SPORTS FC™ 27

Today, Electronic Arts have announced global superstar Kylian Mbappé as the cover athlete for EA SPORTS FC™ 27 Ultimate Edition. The French phenom returns to the franchise cover for the first time in four years to make his debut as an EA SPORTS FC™ cover star. Mbappé will also be featured as the new cover athlete for EA SPORTS FC™ Mobile.

“To be featured on the cover of an EA SPORTS FC title for the first time is a very special moment for me,” said Kylian Mbappé. “It’s an honor to continue my long-term relationship with the franchise in its latest chapter, alongside the players who have shaped its history. I can’t wait for everyone to experience FC 27.”
 
“We’re thrilled to welcome Kylian back to the franchise as the cover star of EA SPORTS FC 27,” said Jeff Sharma, Vice President, Franchise Strategy and Marketing at EA SPORTS FC. “Kylian’s achievements for both club and country have established him as one of the defining players of his generation. He embodies the ambition, creativity and global appeal that defines EA SPORTS FC today, and we’re proud to continue our partnership with him as he returns to lead EA SPORTS FC 27.”
 
Since his move to Real Madrid in 2024, Mbappé has excelled, delivering at football’s highest level. He has finished as LALIGA EA SPORTS’ top scorer in each of his two seasons in Spain, and claimed the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League Golden Boot after scoring 15 goals in the competition.
 
He has sustained that momentum at the international level with a series of standout performances for his country over the summer, further cementing his place among the world’s elite and earning his place on the cover of EA SPORTS FC 27.

This cover star reveal of Kylian Mbappé kicks off a week of announcements for EA SPORTS FC 27, including the gameplay trailer reveal on YouTube which will go live at 02:00 AEST (Friday July 24) / 09:00 PDT / 17:00 BST / 18:00 CEST on Thursday, July 23.

Fans can stay tuned for more EA SPORTS FC 27 news in the coming days across our global social channels.

Build a totalitarian colony and capture hostile aliens in epic, full-scale battles

LOS ANGELES – 21 July 2026 – Pax Autocratica, the satirical totalitarian colony sim with FPS roguelite battles from developer Multiverse, marches onto PC via Steam Early Access on Monday, 10 August 2026 for $29.99 with a 17% launch discount.

Praise the State! Serve the Father! Obey the rules! Or face the consequences…

THE GREATEST REGIME in the universe calls upon YOU to restore rightful order across the Tyris System. Engage in epic-scale FPS warfare alongside a battalion of devoted troops, engineer unstoppable combat loadouts with four swappable skills for custom playstyles, and scout for Core Fragments that grant both you and your soldiers a unique set of powerful abilities on each expedition.

BUILD A TOTALITARIAN UNITED COLONY AND RULE WITH AN IRON FIST THE SUPPORT OF THE PEOPLE! Raze behemoth structures and keep the population pleased through a combination of necessary sustenance and peace-keeping policies. Introduce benevolent laws to win over the masses and prevent unrest from escalating into rebellion.

These ignorant citizens don’t know what’s good for them… guide them through daily life and across enemy frontlines, properly shaping their future so they may better serve the State. 

Capture prisoners of war and INDOCTRINATE persuade them to join the righteous cause. Exile stubborn soldiers who refuse the regime’s blessed wisdom, execute enemies of the State on the spot, recycle them into valuable resources, or sacrifice their lives to rank up loyal soldiers.

“Our team has put an abundance of time and love into developing and refining Pax Autocratica, and it has evolved into something we could never have anticipated,” said Freeman Fan, Founder and CEO, Multiverse. “The Early Access launch is only the start, and we’re looking forward to delivering a fun, balanced, and thought-provoking experience to powerful rulers worldwide on 10 August.”

Pax Autocratica will be available on Monday, 10 August 2026, for $29.99 with a 17% launch discount for two weeks on PC via Steam Early Access, including language support for English, German, French, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese.

About Multiverse, Inc.

Multiverse is an award-winning independent game studio based in Los Angeles, California. The studio’s debut title was Reveries: Dream Flight, which sold 300,000+ units and was used to help hospitalized children through their treatments. Multiverse seeks to make a positive impact on its players and society through fun, unique and provocative gameplay and themes.

Run your own shop, talk to customers, repair nostalgic devices, and immerse yourself in mid-2000s Tokyo

SEATTLE – July 23, 2026 – Indie game publisher tinyBuild and developer Mandragora are excited to announce that ReStory, the chill electronics repair simulator based in Y2K-era Japan with over 600,000 wishlists, will launch on August 6 for PC via Steam. Check out the new release date trailer to see what the bustling streets of mid-2000s Tokyo have in store for your quaint gadget repair shop.

From the developers of I Am Future, ReStory is a relaxing, narrative-driven shop management sim that’s all about caring for and preserving classic gear and tech. When you’re not managing your finances, getting to know your clientele, or surfing the web for spare parts, use your trusty toolset to take apart, clean and fix handhelds, phones, cameras, music players, home appliances and other nostalgic devices inspired by iconic game consoles, including officially licensed Atari systems.

Your interactions with each customer can change their lives forever. Whether you help a lovestruck student confess to his crush or uncover hidden secrets on a former gangster’s phone, your choices impact each customer’s branching storyline.

Key Features

• A wide range of nostalgic electronic devices to repair
• In-depth device cleaning and restoration system with multiple tools for device repairs
• Y2K-era web browser to hunt for spare parts
• A variety of in-person and online orders to fulfill with unique customers and dialogues
• Replayable branching storyline with choices that will impact the ending
• A distinct, chill vibe of urban life in Japan

Itching to open up shop? Play ReStory’s demo, featured in Steam Next Fest’s 50 Most-Played Demos, before it leaves on August 6 and wishlist today! Stay up to date with the latest game news by following along on Twitter and TikTok.

About Mandragora

Mandragora is a small but passionate indie studio with a remote-first team distributed all across the world. The team has been exploring and experimenting with different genres, gameplay mechanics and creative ideas since 2014 – with a goal to create engaging and meaningful games. Previous titles from Mandragora include I Am Future and Skyhill.

About tinyBuild

tinyBuild started as an indie game developer and morphed into a developer-publisher you can’t miss. The company’s dedication to creating long-term partnerships and elevating recognizable franchises has resulted in many successful collaborations with talented developers from all over the world. The company has released dozens of games, including the Hello Neighbor series, Graveyard Keeper, SpeedRunners, DUCKSIDE, The King is Watching and more. Although headquartered in the Seattle area, USA, the company has established a strong global presence with studios across the US, Netherlands, and Eastern Europe. https://www.tinybuild.com

Debut action-RPG from Rustic Panda Games now available

Phoenix, Arizona – July 21st – Indie developer Rustic Panda Games and publisher Level Up Gaming are excited to announce that Colossus – Eternal Blight is now available in Early Access on Steam. The game is priced at $12.79, featuring a 20% launch discount for the first 14 days (regular price $15.99)

Inspired by classic JRPGs like Chrono Trigger and the action-RPG Hyper Light Drifter, Colossus – Eternal Blight follows Lucian, a brother determined to save someone he loves as the world descends into nightmare and the blight spreads across the land of Eireos.

Key Features:

• A story about brotherhood, sacrifice, and letting go
• Fast-paced action combat with parries, counters, skills, and more
• Three planned classes to choose from, each offering different builds and skill trees
• Four distinct regions featuring classic Zelda-inspired puzzles and regional dungeons
• Purification quests: save NPCs (non-player characters) from their Blights before they’re lost forever
• Hand-crafted pixel art aesthetic
• Side quests and minigames

About Rustic Panda Games

Rustic Panda Games is a six-person indie development studio headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, with team members spanning the US, UK, France, Malaysia, and Colombia. Founded by Nick Camacho and co-owned by Adeel Jafree, the studio is dedicated to crafting deep, unforgettable RPG experiences that blend the nostalgia of classic beloved titles with a modern twist. Colossus – Eternal Blight marks the studio’s debut title, born from Nick Camacho’s passion for action RPGs and JRPGs, particularly his love for Hyper Light Drifter. The game represents the studio’s vision to fuse these two genres into a single experience that honors the golden era of gaming.

For dedicated fans of the award-winning action-adventure series, this new Collector Box features a stunning figurine, SteelBook, replica ring and exclusive art prints!

PARIS – July 21, 2026 –Focus Entertainment, Asobo Studio and their partner Neamedia Icons have unveiled the exclusive Collector Box for Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, the prequel to the beloved A Plague Tale series. Fans of the saga across the U.S. can pre-order it now via the IGN Store for delivery later in 2026.

In Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, players step into the shoes of Sophia, a young plunderer searching for her origins and answers about her past on the mysterious island of the Minotaur. In this enigmatic place, players will get the chance to play as Theseus, a mysterious Minoan warrior fighting the evil plaguing the land – an evil to which they both seem deeply connected. The exclusive Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Collector Box beautifully showcases the unique bond between Sophia and Theseus, both bound by an ancient curse.

Available to pre-order now for $169.00, the Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Collector Box includes:

• An exclusive Sophia and Theseus figurine, individually numbered (23 cm)
• A premium SteelBook
• 3 exclusive art prints (A5 format, 14.8 × 21 cm)
• A special replica metal ring

Note: The Collector Box does not include the game.

Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy launches on August 27 and is now available for pre-order on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. The game will be available day one with Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Play Anywhere compatible.