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June 2026

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June 30
- How to use DLSS in 007 First Light to give your rig a license to kill any frame rate you desire
- After 2 hours, Splatoon Raiders is better played with friends than going solo
- 5 things to remember before X-Men '97 season 2
- Guild Wars 3 may have cracked the MMO code for tired millennials
- How the Galaxy S26 Ultra is optimised for competitive mobile gaming
June 29
- Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is both "faithful" to the original and "like a new product", says Ubisoft tech director
- How Final Fantasy 14's best Dawntrail raids are serving as "a firm guideline for our future battle content development" as the MMO heads to Evercold
- Metro 2039 returns to Moscow's subway and the post-apocalyptic shooter's creepy roots
- House of the Dragon season 3 episode 2 recap and Easter eggs: is Rhaenyra queen now? Who dies?
June 28
- As Bungie closes the book on Destiny, we weigh the legacy of the best, worst, and most brilliantly boring FPS of its era
- The best thing about Avatar: The Last Airbender season 2 is the one thing fans were worried about most
June 27
- Aquaman was always an odd fit: Lobo is the comic book character Jason Momoa was born to play
- Returning to Enslaved: Odyssey to the West, the Uncharted rival that put Ninja Theory on the map
June 26
- Virtua Fighter Crossroads isn't just a fighting game revival, it's a "sandbox RPG" that channels Watchmen and Detroit: Become Human
- The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past proves that older games are just as relevant as new ones
- GTA 6 deserves more than Vice City, and I hope Rockstar takes cues from Red Dead Redemption 2
- Milly Alcock's Supergirl is flawed, funny, and extremely cool – and she's the superhero I wish I'd had as a teenager
June 25
- One new model every faction needs in Warhammer 40K 11th edition
- GTA 6 is powered by Sony's Tempest 3D audio tech, and these are the PS5 headsets that'll give you the best sound this November
- Forget about Ezio, it's the original Assassin's Creed that needs a remake the most
- Zelda Breath of the Wild's most important lesson lives on in 007 First Light
- Supergirl Easter eggs and cameos: all the DC references you might have missed
- Supergirl movie vs. graphic novel differences: all the main changes from the Woman of Tomorrow comic
- Does Supergirl set up Man of Tomorrow? Here's how the new DCU movie leads to the Superman sequel
- Supergirl ending explained: What happens to Kara Zor-El and does it set up Man of Tomorrow?
- Supergirl post-credits scene: how many are there and what do they mean for the future of the DCU?
- Avatar: The Last Airbender season 3 release date speculation, story, cast, and everything else we know so far
- Avatar: The Last Airbender season 2 ending explained: Does Aang die, what is the Day of Black Sun, and how does it set up season 3?
June 24
- I should hate GTA 6's pre-order bonuses and Ultimate Edition add-ons, but I'm glad Rockstar seems to be avoiding the big problem with game-breaking DLC
- Story-driven action game Blood Message is a cinematic showstopper, and after 20 minutes hands-on, it plays great too
- GTA 6 isn't $100, but its real price proves games are only going to get more expensive
- New GTA 6 activities, customization, and gameplay details revealed alongside 63 gorgeous screenshots
June 23
- I've had my Nintendo Switch 2 since day one, and these are my go-to accessories for $20 or less
- "There are only so many buttons on a controller": How Pragmata overcame huge design challenges to deliver a "memorable and satisfying" action game
- To celebrate Sonic the Hedgehog's 35th anniversary, I've gathered some of the best merch based on the beloved blue blur - from Lego sets to Loungefly bags
- Star Wars: Galactic Racer proves that roguelikes and racing are "a match made in heaven," and it's bringing white knuckle consequences back to the genre
- Upgrade what matters this Prime Day with ASUS deals and discounts
- 7 years ago, the first Elden Ring trailer changed my life
June 22
- SSD discounts are almost nonexistent, but these are the drives to watch if you're desperate for extra storage this week
- Star Fox is preparing for liftoff, so I've pulled together my favorite t-shirts, plushies, and collectibles worthy of the team
- 007 First Light's naughty schoolboy antics feel like a spiritual successor to Bully and I'm having the time of my life pretending Bond is Jimmy
- IT: Welcome to Derry artist calls his new Resident Evil-like horror "a cinematic experience" – and it's not a zombie game
- God of War Laufey proves women are still gaining ground in gaming, and I'm thrilled Kratos is sitting this one out
- It's easy to find a great gamepad that's cheaper than the Steam Controller - here are my top picks under $100 based on hands-on testing with each one
- House of the Dragon season 3 episode 1 recap and Easter eggs: Who dies during the Battle of the Gullet?
- House of the Dragon season 3 makes huge changes to the Battle of the Gullet, but I love that it makes the death of one of my favorite characters even bleaker
- House of the Dragon season 3, episode 1's blue dragon explained: how it links to a missing Targaryen
- House of the Dragon season 3, episode 1 confirms a book character isn't being adapted
- The Battle of the Gullet in House of the Dragon season 3 features some key changes from George R. R. Martin's book
June 21
- "Launching on PS5 effectively makes this our second launch": Obsidian legend Chris Parker talks Grounded 2 and its massive Into the Abyss update
June 20
- Bethesda doesn't know if Fallout 76 will ever move beyond America, but does give "a special shout-out" to Fallout London for making the dream a reality
- What to watch before Supergirl: The DC movies and shows to catch up with in preparation
June 19
- These top-rated Lego sets are the ones that you should prioritize this Prime Day
- I'm glad Resident Evil Veronica will have a "reimagined story" – remakes need reinvention to survive
- What time is Avatar: The Last Airbender season 2 releasing on Netflix?
- You deserve to get in some gaming time this summer, and these travel-friendly gadgets will help with that
- I've been curating desk tech gadgets for ten years, these are the accessories that made it into my final setup
- Who is Spider-Man: Brand New Day's mystery villain? Our 5 biggest theories, from Mister Negative to Jean Grey
- "Going independent meant taking a massive, massive risk": How Toys for Bob split off from Activision and Xbox to help guide Spyro to A Realm Beyond
- House of the Dragon season 3 showrunner Ryan Condal on what keeps him up at night making the Game of Thrones prequel, and the spin-off he wants to see next: "I think there's a really fascinating story to be told"
June 18
- Does Toy Story 5 have a post-credits scene?
- 12 years later, Alien Isolation 2 leads want better tech and more space to sear the horror sequel into your memory: "Genuinely unforgettable"
- Yes, it's okay to get very excited about a small new look at GTA 6's stunning Vice City
- From Hori to Hello Kitty - these are some of my favorite Switch 2 cases available for your Nintendo handheld today
- Spider-Man: Brand New Day has learned from Marvel's mistakes by hiding its villain – and I hope Avengers: Doomsday does the same thing
- Marathon Season 2 is testing my map knowledge in the most terrifying way: by turning the lights off
- After playing Modern Warfare 4 I'm pretty certain that Call of Duty multiplayer is firing on all cylinders once again
- Spyro: A Realm Beyond can capture the spirit of the Insomniac classics, and push the series forward with "the freedom of true dragon flight"
June 17
- We've sorted the best World Cup 2026 merch from the crap, all so you can get back into the game
- The biggest Gears of War: E-Day gameplay changes should have a transformative impact on the series' tired multiplayer
- I asked AI to recommend three sub-$500 gaming chairs you should shop for this Prime Day, and it failed miserably
- Why so many game developers don't want to use generative AI
- Star Wars Zero Company looks so good it has me wishing Metal Gear would make tactics games again
- The Wolf Among Us 2 has Fabletown's "darkest story" yet, but "always wants the player to feel invited in" with its noir gameplay
- House of the Dragon recap: 5 things to remember before season 3
- Widow's Bay is an early contender for show of the year, and the devastating finale sets up more horrors for season 2
June 16
- Onimusha: Way of the Sword brings God of War's blockbuster action to horror-tinged feudal Japan
- I was burned alive in Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival, and I've never been so glad to suffer in a shooter
- Persona 6 looks like a horror game, and I couldn't be happier
- Halo: Campaign Evolved reignites Halo's longest-running argument
June 15
- With so much uncertainty swelling around Xbox, Senua is the action-adventure shot in the arm that the Hellblade series deserves
- Minecraft Dungeons 2 is a breath of fresh air after the horrors of Diablo 4
- "We didn't make E-Day as a reaction to Gears 5": How The Coalition ripped up the Gears of War playbook to create a shooter worthy of leading the Xbox exclusivity charge
June 14
- Final Fantasy Resonance is almost my dream FF game, but its link to Square Enix's mobile games leaves me cold
- My Adventures with Superman is what James Gunn's DCU should be
June 13
- Pokemon card resellers are ruining the hobby, but making my own Pokedex got me back in the game
June 12
- Stuntman: Hollywood was the best 15 minutes of my Summer Game Fest
- My kids won't stop asking to play this new version of The Game of Life
- Silent Hill: Townfall would be a better horror game if it had nothing to do with Silent Hill
- I've been reviewing gaming controllers for years; these are my top-tested ones to look out for this Prime Day
- As The Blood of Dawnwalker reveals a modern-day twist, devs confirm our choices in the vampire RPG will carry into a "saga" of sequels
June 11
- Total War: Warhammer 40K is getting a closed beta, and its latest gameplay has convinced me its battles will be incredible
- Clutch preview: A stylish open-world racing game that is trying to do too much too quickly
- Saw: Genesis is a bloody blend of Dead by Daylight, The Outlast Trials, and nu-metal music video death scenes, and I need to play it immediately
- Stranger Than Heaven preview: Immaculate vibes collide with a static combat system
- From budget-friendly pairs to premium-sounding powerhouses: these are my top-rated gaming headset picks for 2026
- Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis is a gorgeous revival of the original's puzzle-driven spirit, but I'm glad it's been delayed
- I've found the best Father's Day gifts for gamers in 2026, so don't panic if you can't think of any
June 10
- The Boys season 5 finale left star Jack Quaid in tears over Hughie's fate: "It was so surreal for me"
- With Steam Frame arriving this summer, Meta is running out of time to entice gamers - will Prime Day do anything to improve the $599 price of the Quest 3?
- I had a blast playing Halo: Campaign Evolved, but it's not the remake Halo deserves
- Final Fantasy 7 Revelation: Everything you need to know about the conclusion to the FF7 Remake series
- I went hands-on with Lego Pokemon Smart Play, and my inner 10 year-old was losing it
- Disclosure Day ending explained: What does the alien whisper in Daniel Kellner's ear, and does it set up a sequel?
- 15 years after the first game made horror history, Alien Isolation 2 unleashes a smarter, meaner Xenomorph
- Doctor Who's Christmas cancelation is the best thing that could happen to the show
- As an RPG fan, these are the 9 new trailers that have made me run to my wishlist this June
June 9
- How excellent companions turn good RPGs into great ones, straight from the Exodus devs: "That's really what I think a lot of players love"
- With Fable and Exodus coming in 2027, all my RPG hopes for 2026 are now pinned on Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave
- The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake – Everything we know about the confirmed remake
- Horrified: Dungeons & Dragons - Ravenloft is now my most anticipated board game of the summer
- With a huge game library and top-notch benefits, XBOX Game Pass has something for every player
- Chivalware reimagines Mega Man Battle Network's action RPG combat as a hectic roguelike I'm struggling to put down
- Final Fantasy 7 Revelation's combat "reached its perfected state" by embracing the series' "iconic" job system, says director
June 8
- Exodus: The Big Preview – Hands-on gameplay and developer access to the upcoming space sci-fi RPG
- Persona 4 Revival's best change is hidden in plain sight
- Plague Tale's prequel makes serious moves for the Uncharted and Tomb Raider crown – after one chapter of Resonance I'm eager for more adventuring
- This Lego World Cup 2026 merch is the perfect half-time activity
- "We don't want to simplify it and make it easy, that's not where we're at": Planet Zoo 2 developer on approachability, animal improvements, and all new habitats
- Exodus: Everything you need to know about the sci-fi RPG from former Mass Effect devs
June 7
- Exodus narrative director dives into its inspirations from Interstellar to Star Wars to, yes, Mass Effect
- 5 Xbox Games Showcase 2026 announcements I'll be talking about all week
- Persona 6: Everything we know about the new JRPG
June 6
- Exodus hands-on: "Carries the Mass Effect baton well into deep space with ambitious RPG mechanics that let me get tactical"
- ILL is the most violent horror game I've ever seen, it makes Resident Evil and Dying Light look kinda cute
- The 6 biggest surprises at Summer Game Fest 2026, from a new Resident Evil game to Final Fantasy 7 Revelation
June 5
- Control Resonant has what it takes to stand out in an exceptionally crowded September release window
- Alien Isolation 2: Everything we know about the new horror game
- One year on, these are the Switch 2 accessories that keep me coming back to Nintendo's newest handheld
- 5 of the best soccer anime shows to help kick off the World Cup in style
- Asus ROG celebrated its 20th birthday in style at Computex with two of the most crowded booths at the entire show, and these products are the reason why
- How the original Gothic set the stage for epic choice-based RPGs, and why you need to play the Remake
June 4
- Summer Game Fest 2026 predictions: 5 games I'm convinced we'll see
- I'm glad PS5's Wolverine is a comic-accurate deadly predator, and not just a mindless hack and slasher
- Why Gothic 1 Remake could be the RPG that surprises you in 2026
- Ace Combat 8 channels Top Gun Maverick's jet-powered thrills, and after flying a few missions I can't wait to get back in the cockpit
June 3
- Until Dawn 2 has sold me with its campy teen slasher vibes, and it proves there's nothing like old-school scares
- God of War Laufey is exactly how I want the series' combat to evolve, from the return of aerial combos to hitting dudes so hard their souls fly out
- I may not like mixing MTG Marvel Super Heroes with classic Magic, but from what I've seen it deserves a chance
June 2
- 5 State of Play announcements that stole the stream
- God of War Laufey: Everything we know about the new adventure game
- GamesRadar+ Summer Preview: The biggest games of Summer Game Fest 2026
- Rayman Legends Retold has me struggling to justify its place as a remake, but with platforming this good I can't complain
- Will GTA 6 be at Summer Game Fest 2026? I wouldn't be surprised
- The more I hear about Far Cry 7, the more I worry about it
- The best gaming tech we've reviewed in May 2026
June 1
- Guillermo del Toro calls Apple TV Plus horror sensation Widow's Bay "one of the best streaming series in a long time"
- Was Fable really delayed because of GTA 6, or is the RPG just not finished yet?
- Inside Crunchyroll's 10th Anime Awards – and why it's only the beginning
- I've been hands on with Warhammer 40K Armageddon, and it's Christmas come early for fans