Pokémon & Nintendo

Get ready for some stop-motion magic! Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch'd & Pichu is officially heading to a particularly "fitting" region next year, brought to life by the legendary Wallace and Gromit animation studio.

In leaked news, rumor has it that the Pokémon Winds and Waves starter trio—Browt, Pombon, and a sneaky sneak—might actually debut in Pokémon Go before the Gen 10 games launch in 2027. Speaking of spin-offs, Pokopia just dropped the "Wish Upon a Jirachi" event, giving players a chance to grab some adorable exclusive prizes!

Over on the Nintendo front, Capcom continues its legendary Switch 2 port streak with Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition, proving that stylish action works flawlessly on the go. Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition has been rated for Switch 2 again right ahead of Sonic's 35th birthday, and The Adventures of Elliot managed to claw its way into the top 10 of the UK retail charts this week.

Fortnite

DC is back in the Item Shop! Epic Games just dropped a surprisingly heartwarming video of Supergirl star Milly Alcock reacting to her brand-new Fortnite skin, which includes her iconic super-pup Krypto.

The island is also getting wild with Chapter 7, Season 3's "Gone Wild" event, introducing five brand-new Sprites to shake up your loot pool and traversal strategies. If you're exploring the updated map, keep your eyes peeled for a sneaky Olivia Rodrigo easter egg hidden in the fresh scenery, potentially teasing a massive musical crossover soon.

Call of Duty

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is going hard with its Season Four Reloaded update this week, delivering what promises to be an absolute treat for Easter Egg hunters. The penultimate Zombies map, Kowakujō, drops players into Takeo's homeland and hides a devastating secret new Wonder Weapon!

Indie Games

If you're looking for a budget-friendly challenge, the retro-styled Soulslike side-scroller Dark Scrolls is an absolute steal at just $9.99. On the mobile front, CatchCat launched as a Pokémon Go-like experience where you snap photos of real-world cats to convert them into pets—unfortunately, early impressions suggest it's a massive missed opportunity despite its viral potential.

Steam & PC

Valve has finally confirmed the pricing and reservation details for the highly anticipated Steam Machine, and it’s a serious investment. Starting at a hefty £879 / $1049 for the 512GB base model, Valve has candidly admitted that "some people are going to be priced out" of this premium living room SteamOS PC.

Early reviews note that while it's more expensive than desired, the hardware is simply too special not to love. If you're looking to upgrade your rig without breaking the bank, the RPS Anti-Prime Day 2026 deals guide is live, highlighting 100% Amazon-free hardware sales for PC enthusiasts.

Gaming Roundup

As part of its absolutely final content drop ever, Destiny 2 secretly added a new Exotic mission where players can hunt down the fusion rifle Cull's Shadow.

In industry news, Unreal Engine veteran Sjoerd De Jong has departed Epic Games, stating that "this era has come to a close" and that the industry is at a pivotal point. Meanwhile, following the massive breakout success of Marvel Rivals, Marvel's next big game has leaked all over the internet: a free-to-play mobile ARPG gacha currently known as Project Comet.