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Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Director Asks Fans to Please Play the Game When GTA Comes Out; Confirms Updates to Add New Game+ and New Features

Alex Co — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:38:22 +0000

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While Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced launched to glowing critical reviews and seems to be on track to be one of the best-selling games in the franchise, the developers aren’t done just yet.

While Black Flag Resynced is a single-player game, the developers plan to support it post-release. Fans shouldn’t expect live-service-type support, but the developers are looking to add new features and more in the coming months…that is, if players will still play it once Grand Theft Auto 6 releases.

Take-Two Interactive’s open-world crime-focused game is quite possibly the most anticipated game release of this console generation, or even the last decade, which means a lot of games will be ignored once it’s released.

This is something game director Richard Knight hopes doesn’t happen.

AC Black Flag Resynced Post- Release Support on the Way, Including New Game+

In a video interview, Knight was asked about plans to support Black Flag Resynced post-release. In his answer, Knight also pleaded with gamers to play the game even when GTA 6 is released.

Knight said, “I mean, I can’t say anything officially, but you know, it doesn’t feel like a crazy bet. I mean, we definitely need to support the game…We need to, you know, fix bugs. Sorry for anyone running into bugs. They hurt. They’re painful for us, too. And we do want to add some quality-of-life stuff. So, I mean, it’s a pretty reasonable guess. Also, please play us when GTA 6 comes out.”

It’s a funny, albeit honest, realization that a lot of games will be forgotten once GTA 6 is released.

In the same interview, Knight mentioned that New Game+ is something they are working on right now. Knight adds that Assassin’s Creed Shadows had it, so it’s a “low-risk feature” for the devs, though they can’t commit on a day and date yet on when it’ll be available.

Another thing Knight confirmed being worked on is the blowpipe and how it can be hidden from Edward’s back. Knight confirmed that one of the senior programmers is already working on this, though, again, there’s no timetable for when we’ll see it implemented in the game.

For those who played AC Shadows and liked how the catch ledge system worked when it was added by the devs, rejoice! That seems to be something the developers are also looking to add to Resynced in the future. Knight mentioned that they are testing this feature in Resynced, and it “should work.”

The catch ledge game mechanic is like a parkour safety net for those unfamiliar with it. Say a player miscalculates a jump or slips off a roof, players can hold a directional input toward a nearby wall or structure to automatically grab the ledge mid-fall.

The developers are also looking to add side objectives to missions like in Assassin’s Creed Mirage, though again, there’s no timetable for when we’ll see this come to fruition (if at all).

One thing players might not see in Black Flag Resynced is hidden blade combat. Knight has heard the community’s demand for it, but they can’t make any promises.

Well, there you go, there’s a lot more Black Flag Resynced content to chew on in the coming weeks and months. With how Ubisoft supported AC Shadows with not just DLC but also new features and free content post-release, fans should have a lot to look forward to for Black Flag Resynced — provided they don’t drop the game the moment GTA 6 is available.

If you haven’t played Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Reysnced, check out our review to know why it garnered an Editor’s Choice badge from us. Also, don’t forget to claim the free gift for players as a thank you from Ubisoft.

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The Blood of Dawnwalker Won’t Use Denuvo; “Secret Quests” Confirmed but Don’t Expect Mini Games

Alex Co — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:32:42 +0000

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While The Blood of Dawnwalker is being crafted by former CD Projekt RED developers, that doesn’t mean developer Rebel Wolves will take everything from the Witcher franchise to their new open-world RPG.

One thing the developers confirmed won’t be in Blood of Dawnwalker that the Witcher franchise is known for, are mini games.

This and other info were shared by the developers during a recent Instagram Q&A.

The Blood of Dawnwalker Secret Quests Will Feature Hidden Treasure, Monster Hunts and More

During the Instagram Q&A, fans asked whether The Blood of Dawnwalker would feature mini games, and the developers answered plainly that “no, there are no mini games,” putting that notion to rest. Sorry, Gwent fans, Dawnwalker will feature no such thing.

Another question asked was whether there would be hidden quests, secrets, and the like scattered around the open world for players to discover. Rebel Wolves responded that there are “hidden treasures, monster nests, ancient ruins, bandit camps…and more!”

Hopefully, this means there’ll be a lot of Easter eggs and secrets that will bump up the replayability factor a fair bit.

Finally, the devs also shared something that PC players will be happy to hear: and that there’s no Denuvo implementation at all. When asked if the game will use Denuvo, the developers replied with an emphatic “no.” Given how the anti-piracy tool is usually the culprit for eating up a lot of memory when games are running, this is good news.

So far, The Blood of Dawnwalker seems to be shaping up to tbe ideal action-RPG new IP. Let’s hope it manages to meet expectations.

In related news, Rebel Wolves confirmed the game will feature multiple epilogues, which will then carry over to the planned sequels. The devs have also planned several smaller, free DLCs for players post-release.

The Blood of Dawnwalker will be released on September 3 on the PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.

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Call of Duty Movie Will Be Set In Modern Warfare Universe

Dean James — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:35:51 +0000

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For as long as the Call of Duty franchise has been going, it has been surprising that it has taken this long to get a movie based on the series. First announced last September and more recently given a release date in April, the Call of Duty movie got some major news today at Fanatics Fest regarding its setting.

Call of Duty Movie Has Found Its Era

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 held its first hands-on opportunities at Fanatics Fest this week, and alongside that held a special panel on Saturday titled Call of Duty in Culture. This panel, hosted by Katie Nolan and featuring Kevin Durant, Inde Navarrette, Mark Grigsby, and Tyler Bahl, had a surprise at the very end with the introduction of Peter Berg, who is directing and co-writing the Call of Duty movie.

Alongside co-writer Taylor Sheridan, Berg said they are aiming to truly honor the military, specifically Navarrette’s father, who served, with this movie.

From there, he reconfirmed the release date as June 30, 2028. The big news he dropped, though, is that the movie will be set in the Modern Warfare universe. He mentioned seeing people like Captain Price, Ghost, and Makarov, so it sounds like they are going all in.

It will be interesting to see what they take from the original series and reboot series, or if they focus on one over the other.

No more details were given, but hopefully we’ll get casting news sooner rather than later, as we know some of the main roles that will be involved now.

The Call of Duty movie will hit theaters June 30, 2028. Also, don’t forget about the latest game in the series, Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4, which arrives on PS5, Xbox Series X (S), Switch 2, and PC on October 23.

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PlayStation Patent Reveals Sony Looking Into Modular Controller With Touchscren Interface

Alex Co — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:00:32 +0000

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When the DualSense Edge debuted in 2023, it marked a milestone for Sony, as this is the first pro controller that was officially released for any PlayStation console.

Now, a new finding seems to indicate Sony is working on another kind of controller, and this one is a lot more ambitious in design.

Based on what’s filed, this controller is dropping the PS5 DualSense’s touchpad for something much grander, and it’s a touchscreen.

PlayStation Modular Controller Patented by Sony

The patent filing, with document ID “20260199776 A1,” which was published on July 16, 2026, mentions a modular video game controller.

Sony has also included a sketch of the patent, and it’s available below.

Abstract Definition

A video game system includes a controller for a video game system that includes a controller body, a processor included in the controller body, and a user input device communicatively coupled with the processor and attached to one or more locations on the controller body. The user input device includes a graphical user interface configured to present selectable icons to control or navigate features of the video game system and a rotating member that rotates relative to an axis that intersects the controller body such that at least one or more of the selectable icons is selected or one or more of the features is controlled or navigated.

Summary of the Invention

Game controllers have been used to control a variety of computing devices from computers to game consoles. Portable computing devices typically have had limited options for joystick type game controller inputs. Joysticks generally include a stick that pivots on a base. A mechanism in the base reports an angle or direction to the device it is controlling. In some implementations, the mechanism also reports a magnitude. Thumbsticks represent another option for controller input. Similar to joysticks, they pivot on a base and report an angle or direction (and sometimes a magnitude) to the device being controlled. Unlike a joystick, the thumbstick includes a small protrusion that the user moves with their thumb instead of a stick that the user grasps. Various set of buttons and triggers are commonly implemented in video game controllers for additional navigation and interaction with gaming application. Users may have varying preferences for what type of components they would like to use and where they would like the components situated on their video game controller.

Some of the key features of this modular controller include: a detachable touchscreen, a rotating navigation dial, magnetic modular components, and a built-in support for notifications and quick console controls.

The touchscreen is mentioned as something that can show menus, settings, messages and notifications, while the rotating dial lets players scroll through those menus without taking your eyes off the game. Important to note, the patent mentions the dial and screen can be moved to different spots on the controller, and these attach magnetically.

The small touchscreen is said to display icons for console functions, it can be tapped like a smartphone touchscreen, and the screen itself may also be physically clickable.

As for the rotating dial, it’s located on the opposite side of the touchscreen, rotating it scrolls through menus and settings, and pressing it can confirm selection.

The patent also suggests the display can display phone calls, messages and other alerts, and if the player interacts with these notifications, the game could automatically pause while the player is in the process of dealing with it.

Like all patents, this does not confirm a product is being made. Companies frequently patent ideas they never release. It simply shows that the company is exploring a controller concept with.

Is this a future PS5 controller or perhaps something Sony is cooking up for the rumored portable PS6? More importantly, would you be interested in a controller like this? Leave a comment and let us know.

In other PlayStation news, the Summer Sale promotion is live on the PSN Store, and we have the entire list of discounted games sorted in alphabetical order.

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A Month After Launch, Valve Reportedly Sees Steam Machine as a Success

Taha — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:47:27 +0000

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When Valve revealed that the new Steam Machine would cost more than $1,000, many people were surprised. The 512 GB version with a controller was priced at $1,128, leading many to question whether players would be willing to pay that much.

However, just one month after launch, Valve believes the compact gaming PC has been a success.

According to Bloomberg journalist Jason Schreier, the company is pleased with the results after selling every available unit to customers on the waiting list.

After a Failed Start in 2012, Steam Machine Is Reportedly Now a Success

Schreier shared this information in a recent video on his YouTube channel, where he looked back at Valve’s long journey to bring Steam Machine to the market.

He explained that Valve measures success differently from companies like Sony and Microsoft. Instead of trying to match PlayStation or Xbox in console sales, Valve’s goal has always been to strengthen its PC gaming ecosystem and expand SteamOS to different types of hardware.

“I think this thing has proven to be a success for them,” he added. “And that is because Valve’s goal here is not necessarily to make this hardware that sells millions and millions of units and competes with the PlayStation and the Xbox.”

According to Schreier, all the factors that led to the high price did not stop customers from buying the device. Every Steam Machine offered to people on the waiting list has been sold, whether it included a Steam Controller or not.

Schreier said the project is the result of work that began back in 2012, when Valve became concerned about the future of Windows. At that time, the company started exploring a Linux-based alternative with projects such as SteamOS, although those early efforts did not become as popular as Valve had hoped.

Even though Valve later stepped back from earlier promises of 4K gaming at 60 frames per second, the company has still managed to sell enough units for Steam Machine to be considered a success.

It remains to be seen whether Steam Machine can build on its early success in the coming months, especially as hardware prices often increase over time.

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Black Ops and Black Ops 2 on PS4, PS5 Manage to Reach Over 7 Million Players in First Week

Alex Co — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 22:56:08 +0000

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Never underestimate the power of nostalgia! It seems Activision’s re-release of the original Call of Duty: Black Ops and Black Ops 2 has been a resounding success — perhaps way more than what the publisher thought was possible.

In its first week of availability, the re-release of Black Ops and Black Ops 2 have combined to hit over seven million players. Mind you, this is with a ton of competition on the market.

Curious about the breakdown? Thankfully, the better game won.

Black Ops and Black Ops 2 PS4, PS5 Player Counts Are Amazing to See

While Activision removed the player counter in Black Ops 2, which was available in the original version’s release, it seems people in the beta program have a weekly player widget (via ResetEra) that mentions how many players logged in for the week.

It states that for Black Ops 2, the PS4 and PS5 re-release managed to attract 5.25 million players this week, while the original Black Ops garnered 1.96 million. Regardless if this is a re-release, a new game or whatnot, these are amazing numbers.

Imagine if Activision actually did a proper remaster? This game would explode even harder, right? That said, the fact that a straight port managed to do this well might be something Activision prefers, given it used a lot less money to release again.

In related news, the first game update for Black Ops 2 and BO1 are out today, and this applies fixes. Don’t forget to check our comparison images on how the PS4 version has better image quality than the PS5 version when playing on the PS5 Pro.

Let’s hope that Activision sees this massive player number and decides to support both games long-term.

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Ubisoft Reminds Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Player Microtransactions Are “Entirely Optional” and “Never a Requirement” to Complete the Game

Alex Co — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 21:08:07 +0000

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While Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced isn’t just a visual enhancement of the original, as Ubisoft overhauls the combat, adds hours of new story content, and more.

Another thing Ubisoft added? Microtransactions. Black Flag Resynced offers a ton of microtransaction elements that range from your standard outfits to even a map-reveal pack.

It seems a single-player game with this many microtransactions didn’t sit well with players, and Ubisoft has posted a reminder.

Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Receives Negative Reviews Due to MTX

On Steam, one negative review lamenting about the microtransactions managed to get a response from Ubisoft. One developer that goes by the name Ubi-Lostinweb reminded gamers that the microtransactions are purely optional, and not needed to complete or enjoy the game.

“We’ve seen your feedback since launch, and we’re reading all of it. Thank you for caring this much about Black Flag Resynced. We want to be clear on one point: the standard edition is the full, complete experience. Every mission, every island, the full story and the complete world are all there, with nothing held back. The additional packs are entirely optional extras for players who want them, never a requirement to enjoy or complete the game,” the developer said in response.

Ubisoft does have a point. Everything sold in the game as microtransactions is purely cosmetic, or items that will benefit the player alone. Given there is no multiplayer component, it’s not like there’s a pay-to-win scenario here either.

Is it OK for you for publishers to add microtransactions in their single-player re-releases or is this something you wish won’t happen again? Sound off in the comments.

If you haven’t played the game yet, go check out our review where we handed a verdict on just the base game, and didn’t account for the microtransactions (since it didn’t really affect how the game played).

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Fallout 5 in Pre-Production, Fallout 3, New Vegas Remasters Confirmed in Development

Alex Co — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 20:16:07 +0000

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It’s been over a decade since Fallout 4 — the last mainline entry in the franchise — was released, but fans have something to look forward to, as Bethesda has confirmed that Fallout 5 is in development! Well, it’s in pre-production, but we’ll take that as a win.

This is something Bethesda shared today in an in-depth roadmap of the studio’s plans for the future and what they’re cooking up now.

Aside from Fallout 5, there are also other Fallout games in development, which should please franchise fans.

Fallout 5, Remasters of Classic Fallout Games on the Way

In a lengthy breakdown of the studio’s upcoming projects and general state of Bethesda, it was confirmed that Fallout 5 is in pre-production. While The Elder Scrolls 6 is the primary focus, it’s comforting to know that at the very least, we will be getting a new Fallout game in the next 4-7 years (maybe?).

Alongside that, it’s confirmed that Obsidian Entertainment is working on a new Fallout project, though details will have to wait. Not only that, but it’s confirmed that Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas are both getting remastered and are in development right now.

Given Fallout 3 was released in 2008, and Fallout: New Vegas in 2010, it’s high time we got a remaster of both titles. I assume a lot of players today have not played both, and it would be good to see it resurface with more modern gaming mechanics.

Other Fallout news shared by Bethesda is how a new expansion is confirmed for Fallout 76, titled “Raven Rock,” and is due for release next year. Oh, and it’s not just premium DLC, but it’s a prequel story to Fallout 3!

As for Fallout 4, the game received its second wind a few years ago, as Bethesda released a free PS5, Xbox Series upgrade to the RPG. Since then, the game has gotten title updates, with the most recent one released two months ago. Bethesda shared that to date, Fallout 4 has sold over 35 million copies across all platforms and continues to bring new audiences every year.

It seems the report that surfaced two weeks ago, which mentioned that Xbox CEO Asha Sharma was implementing an overhaul of Bethesda, with the studio focusing on key franchises such as Fallout, was somewhat true.

Hopefully, we’ll hear more about the future Fallout projects before the year is over.

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Black Ops 1 Update 1.04/1.004 Pushed Out for Fixes on PS4, PS5

Alex Co — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:17:16 +0000

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The re-release of the first Call of Duty: Black Ops for PS4 and PS5 just received a game update today, and this is to implement some much-needed bug fixes.

Players will see this as Black Ops 1 update 1.04/1.004, and this clocks in at a whopping 7.6 GB download!

Read on to see what Iron Galaxy fixed, as well as some of the persistent issues that we’re hoping gets resolved in the future.

Black Ops 1 Update 1.04/1.004 Live on July 17

Per Activision, today’s patch does the following:

A new update has been deployed following the recent XP progression fixes with additional improvements across both titles, including:

Public Multiplayer matches will now prioritize PS5 hosts and no longer fall back to PS4 hosts
Additional protections against host migration workarounds
Controller deadzone behavior updated to align with the original PS3 versions

Note that XP exploits and issues might not be fully resolved yet, but the studio has confirmed they will implement additional fixes in the future.

Some of the other issues that seem to have been fixed include:

Crashing issues when entering multiplayer and backing out of lobbies
Party-up works (unverified)
Domination and Demolition modes are back

Some of the issues that are confirmed and still not fixed are:

Sending invites, partying-up errors
Sniper issue (BO1)
Still no offline bots (not a bug, but players are still waiting for this to be added back in).
Matchmaking issues still persist

We’re hoping this isn’t the first and last patch Iron Galaxy releases, and once we get wind of anything, we’ll let our readers know.

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Black Ops 2 Update 1.04/1.004 Released for PlayStation on July 17

Alex Co — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:11:14 +0000

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Iron Galaxy, the studio behind the PS4 and PS5 port of Call of Duty: Black Ops 2, has released a client-side update to the game today, July 17.

Players will see this as Black Ops 2 update 1.04/1.004, and this clocks in at a hefty 4.7 GB download.

Needless to say, this doesn’t bring new content, but instead focuses on fixing the game’s bugs and sorting out some of the exploits.

Black Ops 2 PS4 & PS5 Versions Updated on July 17

Per Activision, today’s patch does the following:

A new update has been deployed following the recent XP progression fixes with additional improvements across both titles, including:

Public Multiplayer matches will now prioritize PS5 hosts and no longer fall back to PS4 hosts
Additional protections against host migration workarounds
Controller deadzone behavior updated to align with the original PS3 versions

Note that XP exploits and issues might not be fully resolved yet, but the studio has confirmed they will implement additional fixes in the future.

Some of the other issues that seem to have been fixed include:

Crashing issues when entering multiplayer and backing out of lobbies
Party-up works (unverified)
Domination and Demolition modes are back

Some of the issues that are confirmed and still not fixed are:

Sending invites, partying-up errors
Sniper issue (BO1)
Still no offline bots (not a bug, but players are still waiting for this to be added back in).
Matchmaking issues still persist

We’re hoping this isn’t the first and last patch Iron Galaxy releases, and once we get wind of anything, we’ll let our readers know.

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Diablo IV Version 3.1.1a Adjusts Drop Rates via Update 1.114

Alex Co — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:18:25 +0000

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Even if it’s a Friday, Blizzard’s live-service team for Diablo IV is working overtime, as the devs released a new patch today, July 16.

Diablo IV update 1.114 for version 3.1.1a brings some community-requested changes to the Season of Death Awakening.

For the complete info, read on for the patch notes and what the devs have to say about the feedback.

Diablo IV Updated on July 17 to Bring Mythic Unique Drops

Per Blizzard, “we’re increasing the drop rate for Mythics from the Corrupted Reaper boss fight and removing equip limits for Mythic Uniques. Additionally, in a patch coming next week, we’re adding Superior Lair Keys to the Glints of Hope repeatable cache and increasing the Mythic Tribute drop rates in the Undercity”

Updates

Removed the “one-crafted Mythic” equipment restriction on Mythic items.
- Developer’s Note: In S15’s Horadric Cube, we’re removing Mythic reroll crafting and adding a direct upgrade to Mythic that preserves the original Unique Item. We’ll evaluate bringing back this rule for that specific crafting path only.
Increased the drop rates of Mythic and Iconic Unique Items from the Corrupted Reaper.

Bug Fixes

Removed the ability to add the Mythic modifier to Unique Charms & Seals in the Cube.
- Developer’s Note: This was not an intended feature for S14 and was an unintended side effect of a different fix.

The developers add that seasons are where they experiment with new ideas and push Diablo 4 in new directions, and admit, “Not every idea lands exactly as intended, but we’ll continue listening to your feedback, addressing what’s not working, and applying those lessons to future seasonal updates.”

There was also a patch released earlier this week, which included fixes to the base game, expansion and more.

Once another patch is released, we’ll let our readers know.

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Diablo 4 Update 2.14 Released on July 16 Increases Mythic Unique Drop Rates

Alex Co — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:13:50 +0000

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Blizzard Entertainment has released a surprise patch for Diablo 4 on a Friday, and this one brings some community-requested changes to the Season of Death Awakening.

Console gamers will see this download as Diablo 4 update 2.14, and this brings changes to Mythic unique drop rates, equipment limits, and a lot more.

PC players should have seen this patch available yesterday. For the patch notes and what Blizzard has shared about the changes, read on.

Diablo 4 Season of Death Awakening Mythic Unique Drops Changed via Update 2.14

Updates

Removed the “one-crafted Mythic” equipment restriction on Mythic items.
- Developer’s Note: In S15’s Horadric Cube, we’re removing Mythic reroll crafting and adding a direct upgrade to Mythic that preserves the original Unique Item. We’ll evaluate bringing back this rule for that specific crafting path only.
Increased the drop rates of Mythic and Iconic Unique Items from the Corrupted Reaper.

Bug Fixes

Removed the ability to add the Mythic modifier to Unique Charms & Seals in the Cube.
- Developer’s Note: This was not an intended feature for S14 and was an unintended side effect of a different fix.

There was also a patch released earlier this week, which included fixes to the base game, expansion and more.

Once another patch is released, we’ll let our readers know.

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Battlefield 6 Season 4 Patch Notes Released Ahead of Download

Alex Co — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 21:35:18 +0000

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Battlefield 6 fans have a lot to look forward next week, as Season 4 launches bringing naval warfare to the game, alongside new weapons, attachments and more.

Before the new season kicks off, DICE has released the official Battlefield 6 Season 4 patch notes today.

Dive in to read up on the new content, gameplay changes, bug fixes and more, before the new season starts next week.

Battlefield 6 Season 4 Complete Patch Notes

Naval Combat & New Gameplay System

Naval Combat and New Dynamic Wave System: Naval combat has hit the harbour. Take the fight across land, sea, and air on new amphibious maps and modes, captain your crew in naval vehicles, and master the new dynamic wave system as rolling water changes movement, visibility, and engagement flow across the Pacific shoreline. Navigate hostile waters, use shifting waves to disrupt enemy sightlines, and turn the tide of war from sea to shore.

New Map

Tsuru Reef: Deploy into the biggest all-out battleground yet. Fight across a sprawling Pacific archipelago dense with luxury bungalows, tropical vegetation, jagged cliffs, and open water, with combat built around land, naval, and air warfare.

New Vehicles

RCB-90 Patrol Boat: Rule the waves in this four-seat armoured Patrol Boat built for power, pressure, and versatility. Command the coastline, push through enemy vehicles, or execute flanking manoeuvres from the water.

7.7m NSW RHIB: Joining Battlefield 6 from REDSEC, the 7.7m NSW RHIB is a fast and agile four-seat Light Transport Boat built for rapid coastal assaults. Equipped with a mounted machine gun, it gives squads a quick way to tear across the water and hit the coast.

New Weapons & Attachments

BROD 3: Aim and adapt with the BROD 3, an aggressive and versatile carbine shaped by frontline feedback. Built with a collapsible stock for maximum mobility, it’s a strong ally for squads pushing into close-range combat.

EF88: Precision meets efficiency with the EF88, a bullpup assault rifle designed for mid- to long-range combat.

VSSM: Low volume. High damage. The VSSM is a Designated Marksman Rifle with an integrated suppressor and subsonic ammunition, built for players who want to stay quiet while staying lethal. With full-auto capability, it can handle threats with both speed and stealth.

Attachments: Season 4 introduces the Extended Barrel and 1P86 LPVO sight. The Extended Barrel with a 4″ extension increases projectile velocity at the cost of mobility and aim-down-sights speed, and is available for the M87A1, M1014, 18.5KS-K, and DB-12. The 1P86 LPVO provides a clear sight picture with manually switchable 1.50x and 4.50x magnification levels across supported weapons.

New REDSEC Content

Ranked Battle Royale: A new season of Ranked Battle Royale arrives with a competitive leaderboard and new permanent rewards. Squad up, climb the ranks, and drop into the deep end as naval warfare reaches the Fort Lyndon marina.

Battlefield 6 Season 4 Gameplay Changes

Major Updates for 1.4.1.0

Water Gameplay Improvements: Water gameplay has received a broad Season 4 update, making swimming, resurfacing, Drag and Revive, underwater visibility, parachute deployment near water, and water interactions feel more consistent across combat and traversal.
Player Movement and Combat Polish: Player movement has been tightened with improvements to sliding, mounting, squad spawning, ziplines, and soldier presentation, reducing cases where movement or animations could behave unexpectedly during active gameplay.
Vehicle and Water Interaction Updates: Vehicles now interact more naturally with water and the surrounding environment, with improved visual feedback for boats, ground vehicles, and amphibious vehicles, alongside more realistic helicopter rotor wash effects on vegetation.
UI, HUD and Menu Clarity: Menus and in-game HUD elements have received a broad clarity pass, improving how Challenges, Rewards, Loadouts, Store purchases, Player Profile stats, Hit Feedback, Kill Indicators, and Underwater Spotting Information are displayed.
Portal Creator Updates: Portal creators receive new tools and fixes across the SDK, Rules Editor, Spatial Editor, custom modes, M-COM behaviour, Bomb actions, team settings, and publishing flow, helping custom experiences behave more predictably when building and testing.
Audio Improvements: Audio feedback has been improved across vehicles, stationary weapons, sea movement, underwater moments, Battle Royale insertion, and Obliteration, making key gameplay states and voice-over moments clearer during play.
REDSEC and Ranked Battle Royale Polish: REDSEC receives further polish to improve match flow, scoring, and navigation, while Ranked Battle Royale End of Round updates make RP changes clearer and easier to follow.

CHANGELOG

PLAYER:

Slide activation now requires a slightly higher movement speed, reducing cases where sliding could trigger without sprinting first or while crouch-sprinting.
Sliding no longer retriggers when the crouch hold input remains held after an initial slide.
Sliding no longer triggers when landing from a fall or jump if the crouch hold input was released before touching the ground.
Soldier visual effects while swimming and resurfacing have been updated
Spawning on a squad mate in crouch stance now deploys you in crouch stance as well.
The soldier no longer slowly blends into position after mounting an object in the world.
Weapon attachments are now less likely to appear floating when using soldier skins.
Zipline and flash effect animations now behave as intended while spectated in first-person.

Swimming has been revamped for Season 4, with reworked animations, updated physics, improved wave behaviour, and support for Drag and Revive in water.

Aim assist now fully supports enemy targets while they are swimming.
Fall damage is now slightly reduced when falling into shallow water.
Parachutes now deploy as expected when nearing the water surface.
Players can now drag and revive squad mates in water.
Players can now spawn on squad mates who are swimming in deep water.

VEHICLES:

Helicopter rotor wash now affects vegetation more realistically.
Tank driver aiming now behaves more consistently between third-person view and first-person scoped view when aiming upwards on steep slopes.
The visual effects of Boats, Amphibious-, and Ground vehicles interacting with water have been improved.
Vehicle zoom behaviour now correctly follows the player’s “Toggle Zoom” setting after spawning.

GADGETS:

Aiming with the Incendiary Airburst Launcher in third-person no longer causes the launcher’s optic to disappear.
Launchers that discard their tubes now continue to reload even if they are no longer the active weapon.
RPG detonations underwater no longer create dirt impact effects.
The EOD Bot Arm and the Sledgehammer can no longer be used while swimming.
The MAS 148 Glaive can no longer lock on to vehicles through rocks or cliffs.
The Sledgehammer can no longer be used for quick swings while swimming.

WEAPONS:

Muzzle visual effects now align correctly when using the Compensator attachment on the UMG-40, SCW-10, and PW5A3.
Projectile behaviour when interacting with water has been updated. Bullets now lose damage while travelling through water, and may deal no damage after travelling far enough underwater.
SS26 Incendiary Rounds no longer ignite the ocean floor when fired underwater.

MAPS & MODES:

Adjusted objects near Objectives B, C, and E on Railway to Golmud to prevent players from getting stuck.
Commander Tactical Advice has returned to Obliteration and Tactical Obliteration and now works alongside Player-Placed Tactical Advice. Commander attack markers now only appear on M-COMs while your team is carrying the bomb.
Operation Firestorm Team Death Match spawn points have been adjusted to prevent players from spawning inside objects.

UI & HUD:

Battle Pass points and path text no longer overlap on the End of Round screen.
Bomb Carriers in Obliteration no longer receive a “Bomb Dropped” notification instead of “Terminated” after being eliminated or when the bomb times out.
Category icons now appear correctly in the Challenges menu during gameplay.
Challenge reward icons now appear correctly when unlocked during gameplay.
Corrected a typo in the description for the “Mercy Stroke” weapon package.
Improved the readability of the Anti-cheat watermark.
Incoming hit radial blur has been reduced near the screen centre and now attenuates more towards the screen edges, making damage feedback less intrusive.
Increased the size of the bomb icon in the Obliteration game mode HUD.
Interior map details now appear correctly on the minimap.
Kill indicators now expand outwards and fade out faster, reducing how long they remain in view.
Magazine attachment indicator alignment has been improved when customising the M/60.
Magazine attachment indicator alignment has been improved when customising the SL9.
Main menu tiles now remain visible as intended when returning to the menu after a match.
Muzzle attachment indicator alignment has been improved when customising the DB-12 with no muzzle attachment equipped.
Muzzle attachment UI alignment has been improved when customising the Vz.61.
PP-19 weapon tags now appear correctly in the front end.
Resolved an occasional client-side crash that could occur when the tutorial system updated.
Responding to “Quick Message” notifications no longer also triggers in-game actions.
Reward icons for Season 2 Hardware Assignments now appear correctly during gameplay.
Reward icons for Season 3 Hardware Assignments now appear correctly across Challenges, the pause menu, and the End of Round screen.
Reward icons now appear correctly in in-game challenge completion notifications.
Selecting an empty statistics slot in the Player Profile now takes players to the intended location on the statistics page.
Sight attachment indicator alignment has been improved when customising the RPK-74M and M39 EMR with Iron Sights.
Spotting is now blocked while underwater: players can no longer spot enemies while deep underwater, and spotted players are cleared from the world and minimap when they dive into it.
The “Backwoods Battler” character skin now displays the correct icon artwork.
The “Chemical Agent” character skin now displays the correct icon artwork.
The Bomb Timeout timer on the Bomb Carrier HUD in Obliteration now updates correctly and displays the correct remaining time.
The Challenges button has been removed from the in-game attachment screen to prevent UI overlap.
The crosshair now displays correctly when aiming the Defibrillator at a revivable teammate.
The filter selection on the Season Stats page no longer resets when switching between seasons.
The LTLM II Portable Laser Designator crosshair now appears correctly after redeploying.
The pre-game lobby background video no longer gets stuck after opening and closing the pause menu from the class selection screen.
Tutorial prompts no longer remain on screen after redeploying or being eliminated.

SETTINGS:

Add support for NVIDIA DLSS Multi Frame Generation x5, x6.
Add support for NVIDIA DLSS Dynamic Multi Frame Generation.
Add support for Vsync with NVIDIA DLSS Frame Generation and Multi Frame Generation.
Corrected an issue where setting Primary Mouse Button to “Right” in Windows could cause the Right Mouse Button to fire and zoom at the same time in-game.
The “Game Settings” page no longer appears blank when accessed through the “Voice Chat” section.

PORTAL:

A “Default Combat Area” is no longer added automatically when a Spatial Editor experience already contains Sectors.
Added a warning that “Players Required to Start Lobby Timer” is linked to “Max Player Count” for Battle Royale experiences.
Added missing help text for Impulse blocks in the Rules Editor.
Added support for the “IsClosed” property on Waypoint Paths.
Added the “GetPlayer” and “GetVehicle” functions.
Additional Season 3 weapons, attachments, and gadget have been added to Portal.
Andy’s Custom Breakthrough Template has been added to the SDK.
Corrected errors that could occur when publishing the Moving Platform Example.
“Create Custom Mode” now generates the files needed for “Import from File”.
“GetPlayerVehicleSeat” and “GetVehicleFromPlayer” now both return undefined when the player is not in a vehicle.
HQ team colours now display correctly.
“IsCurrentMap” now works correctly for remotely hosted games.
Multiple mutators in the “Teams” tab now display their correct names, descriptions, and dropdown options.
“SetUIWidgetAnchor” and “GetUIWidgetAnchor” now use the correct enums.
The “ForceBombDrop” action can no longer be used when there is no bomb carrier.
The “mod.GetSpawner” function now accepts arguments correctly.
The M-COM “Requires Carriable to Arm” setting in the SDK now works correctly.
The Railway to Golmud train capture point now follows the train correctly on the map.

AUDIO:

Added Commander voice-over lines for arming and defusing M-COM bombs in Obliteration.
Added female soldier voice-over lines for drowning and surfacing.
Added new Commander voice lines for the Foxtrot, Golf, and Hotel M-COMs in Obliteration.
Added new Season 4 Battle Pass radio station music.
Added new soldier voice-over lines after breaching and resurfacing from underwater.
Commander voice-over now plays as intended during Overtime in Obliteration.
Corrected a phasing issue with stationary launcher audio while aiming down sights.
Improved audio responsiveness for sea vehicles moving through waves.
Improved audio responsiveness for stationary turret movement.
Third-person death efforts from underwater soldiers can no longer be heard by other players.
Vehicle audio now plays more reliably, resolving several causes of missing vehicle sounds.

AI:

With the arrival of naval warfare in Season 4, Bots have received a broader behaviour pass to better support combat and traversal around water. Bots can now swim to shore, use boats to reach objectives, respond to pick-up requests, leave beached boats behind, and cross shallow water more reliably with land vehicles.

Bots can now swim and will move towards shore after ending up in water.
Bots can now use boats to navigate to objectives.
Bots can now use land vehicles to cross rivers and very shallow water.
Bots no longer eliminate themselves after falling into certain pools on Eastwood.
Bots no longer immediately drive boats away at the start of a round, giving players time to join as passengers.
Bots no longer take all available boats at the start of new rounds, leaving boats available for players.
Bots now abandon boats that become beached.
Bots will now respond to “Request Pick-Up” requests while navigating boats.

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REDSEC

PLAYER:

Opening a tank container while parachuting in Gauntlet no longer prevents the tank from spawning.
“Squad Wipe” score events now trigger correctly after eliminating an enemy squad.

UI & HUD:

In-world icons no longer flicker on the Big Map when hovering over them in Battle Royale.
Neutral vehicle map icons now remain visible as intended when entering a vehicle underground in Battle Royale.
Selecting “Edit Favourite Weapons” in Battle Royale now opens the “Favourite Weapons” tab directly.
Squad colours now display correctly on the Gauntlet End of Round screen.
The Tactical Armory can now be pinged correctly in Battle Royale.

AUDIO:

The Handler briefing now plays as intended during the Battle Royale insertion cinematic.
The Handler no longer warns players who are underground about parachuting enemies nearby.

COMPETITIVE:

“End of Round” now combines RP earned from confirmed kills and confirmed assists with their respective cap reductions for improved clarity.
“End of Round” RP progress now displays correctly when a player’s RP value drops below zero.
Improved the clarity of player Ranks and Class during the Pre-Round sequence in Ranked Battle Royale.
Players now receive RP correctly when a downed enemy disconnects before the kill is confirmed.
Updated “End of Round” RP tally animations to improve scoring clarity.
Vehicle Keycards, Main Battle Tanks (MBTs), and Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs) are now removed in Ranked Battle Royale.

VEHICLES:

The Emergency Repair ability on APC vehicles has been replaced by the Smoke Generator ability in Battle Royale modes.

WEAPONS:

M320A1
Level 2 Grenadier Trait
- Removed the bonus M320A1 HE ammunition previously granted immediately upon reaching Level 2.
- Reduced the M320A1 HE maximum ammunition increase from 5 to 4.
Level 3 Cluster Munitions Trait
- Reduced the number of submunitions created from 6 to 3.
- Reduced submunition maximum blast damage from 30 to 20.
- Reduced submunition blast radius from 2m to 1.5m.
- Reduced maximum damage distance from 0.6m to 0.3m.
- Updated submunition dispersion so bomblets spread more effectively after impact, reducing the likelihood of multiple explosions occurring in the same location.
- Adjusted submunition bounce behaviour to further reduce clustering after impact.

Once the update is live, expect it here on MP1st. Don’t forget, Season 4 starts July 21, and expect the download file to be available a day before, with the install possible on the day when the season kicks off.

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GTA 6 May Have Already Generated Up to $260 Million in Pre-Orders, Could Surpass $5 Billion at Launch

Taha — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:02:09 +0000

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Grand Theft Auto 6 is expected to change the video game industry when it launches on November 19. Even though the physical editions will not include a game disc, Rockstar Games’ new title is already breaking sales records through pre-orders for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.

Since pre-orders opened on June 25, there have been reports claiming that the game has already earned $1 billion.

However, analysis firm Newzoo says those claims are unrealistic because not enough time has passed to reach that amount.

GTA 6 Could Make More Than $5 Billion During Launch Week

According to a report from Newzoo, GTA 6 has earned around $260 million from physical and digital pre-orders so far. This includes both the Standard Edition and the Ultimate Edition on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.

While the number is very high for only three weeks of sales, Newzoo says it is far more believable than the reports claiming the game has already made $1 billion.

The company also believes GTA 6 could earn more than $5 billion during its launch week in November, with total revenue possibly reaching $5.2 billion. With 21 weeks remaining before release, Newzoo considers this target possible for Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive.

“What the data actually shows is $180 million in digital spend across the US and the five largest European markets in the final week of June, translating to a global opening week of roughly $260 million, with most of the ramp still ahead,” said Ronan Patrick, analyst at Newzoo.

The report estimates that GTA 6 could make around $4 billion during its launch week alone. When combined with the money already earned from pre-orders, total revenue could reach $5 billion.

The reports adds, “Run that $260 million figure through the plausible band of pre-order curves, and GTA VI is on track to book between $3.25 billion and $5.2 billion in week-one launch revenue.”

For now, Rockstar’s marketing campaign has remained fairly quiet. The company has shared new screenshots on its website, but we have not yet seen a new trailer since the second one was released last year.

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The Outlast Trials Hotfix on July 16 Released via Update 1.60/1.000.058

Alex Co — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:15:46 +0000

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After the Project Boneyard update was released two days ago, Red Barrels has now released a hotfix, which is something we expected.

Players can download The Outlast Trials update 1.60/1.000.058, and this brings a short list of fixes to the horror game.

For the complete info, read on for the patch notes.

The Outlast Trials Project Boneyard Hotfix Released on July 16

Here are the changes made today:

Clarification: Console players can toggle cross-communication voice chat by holding the Start button. This is listed in the Controller Layout screen, but was not clearly communicated.
Reverted the controller input changes for minigames introduced in Season 7. This feature will return in the future as an optional setting.
Fixed an issue where interrupting a Backstab would incorrectly kill the Reagent instead of putting them into an incapacitated state.
Fixed an issue where corrupted names above AI Imposters would not appear.
Fixed an issue where a decal would not correctly appear in the Prison Farm Trial.
Fixed an issue where the Health Sickness Variator in Escalation Therapy would not permanently reduce the player’s maximum health, removing the intended need to use Health Sickness pills.
Fixed an issue where Imposters could not slash a Reagent affected by Neuroshock under certain circumstances.
Fixed an issue where Reagents could fall through the world if killed by a Slash while exiting a hiding spot.
Fixed an issue where the Backstab animation would not play correctly if triggered while a Reagent was attempting to escape a Steel Trap.
Reduced the maximum number of respawns granted by Revive Pills in Escalation Therapy from 5 to 2.

Don’t be surprised to see another patch or two drop in the coming weeks.

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Modern Warfare 4’s New Multiplayer Map Design Feels Like a Homage to Titanfall 2

James Lara — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:41:44 +0000

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Hey, you want to feel old? Well, get a load of this: this year marks the 10th anniversary of Titanfall 2. That’s right, it’s been a full decade since the game launched, and with no sign of a sequel happening, it might very well remain the final entry.

Despite the endless demand for a follow-up, Respawn has long since moved on to massive juggernauts like Apex Legends. That, and with the unfortunate passing of Respawn’s co-founder, Vince Zampella, recapturing that lightning in a bottle now would mean moving forward without the visionary who helped bring the game to life. Perhaps it’s for the best that we remember the franchise for the masterpiece it still is, but its impact on the gaming industry is undeniably massive.

Which brings us to Call of Duty. In what might be considered a “full circle” moment, Infinity Ward—a studio that was originally co-founded by Vince Zampella and Jason West—just pulled back the curtain on a new addition for Modern Warfare 4.

Announced yesterday, Kill Block is an upcoming multiplayer battleground set inside an adaptive military training facility. The twist? The entire map is built on three massive, mechanized concrete slabs that physically shift, swap, and rotate on the fly during a match. It creates an ever-evolving combat zone with over 500 configurations. It’s a pretty awesome idea, though it’s not entirely a “new” one, as anyone who played Titanfall 2 can probably already tell you that it’s a clear direct nod to one of the game’s best moments.

Even a decade later, the blueprint Zampella left behind continues to shape the biggest shooters on the planet.

Titanfall 2’s “Into the Abyss” Mission Looks to be the Inspiration Behind Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4’s Newest Map Design, Kill Block

As revealed at Fanatics Fest, Infinity Ward is shaking up one of the series’ most popular competitive modes, Gunfight, with a new map system called “Kill Block.” You can read up on the details of this new “modular map” design in our other story, but the short of it is that the Gunfight map will now evolve thanks to a slab system where parts of the map switch out with new configurations. With over 500 possibilities, the idea behind it is to keep players on their toes, as they adapt on the fly and come up with new strategies as the map shifts.

This sounds like a perfect way to make competitive even more interesting, introducing a new set of stakes that reward adaptability over map memorization. That’s not to say that memorization won’t come into play, but it does introduce variables meant to keep players guessing from one round to the next.

But watching the reveal of Kill Block, I couldn’t help but get a sense of familiarity. Have I seen something like that before? Well, that’s because I have, and as many Titanfall fans have already spotted, Kill Block seems to be inspired by Titanfall 2’s “Into the Abyss” mission.

For those who need reminding, this mission saw players separated from BT while inside a manufacturing plant. As you ventured deeper into the plant, you discovered that they are building modular platforms with structures on them. Eventually, it leads to the Simulation Dome, where players see an artificial town being built in real time. Mechanical arms lift, rotate, and snap massive, preconfigured concrete platforms, all for the sake of running various simulations. Essentially a training ground that could be swapped out with different structured platforms.

Of course, Modern Warfare 4, as its name clearly states, is a game set in the modern day. That means boots-on-the-ground combat, rather than being focused on wallrunning and grappling around the map. But that hasn’t stopped Infinity Ward from recognizing an amazing idea, as it’s clear that Kill Block draws heavily from that very mission.

It’s possible we’re reading too much into this, but given this is the studio that was founded by Titanfall’s creator, we’re sure it’s not just a coincidence. Say what you will about Call of Duty, but this does seem like a good idea for them to play around with. Let’s just hope it actually lands with players.

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Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Update 1.004.042 Released as Follow-Up to First Patch

Alex Co — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:41:55 +0000

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Mere moments after releasing the game’s first title update post-launch, Ubisoft has pushed out Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced update 1.004.042 — at least on PS5 consoles.

This is a follow-up patch, so don’t expect much from this outside of the title update released today.

For details, read on.

AC Black Flag Resynced Updated on July 16 for Bug Fixes

Given the version number of today’s update is officially known as 1.0.4, we’re assuming that this pathc is what actually brought in the noted changes.

General

Fixed multiple save/load issues.
Fixed various localization issues for Simplified Chinese, Italian and Arabic.
Fixed a dubbing issue that was affecting voiceover playback and cutscene visuals in localized versions.
Improved performance and stability.
Fixed an issue on PC where Cutscenes are locked at 30 FPS when graphics settings are set to ‘Custom’.
Fixed multiple lighting issues when players are indoors or in caverns.
During the battle with El Tiburon, it might be unclear for some players on how to break his defense. We have added hints for players on how to break it.
Fixed an issue where players can double jump when advanced parkour option is turned on.

Gameplay

Fixed issues where players can clip into the ship’s hull while swimming.
Fixed an issue where players are locked out when attempting to move immediately after exiting a mini game.
Fixed an issue where the ally would stop moving if players were to assassinate their kill.
Fixed an issue where players can get stuck harpooning if they start Boarding immediately after starting Harpooning.
Fixed an issue where Civilians are entering Brawl zones.
Fixed an issue where players are unable to dodge the fatal Humpback Whale’s Tail slap during Harpooning.
Fixed an issue where players do not go back into aiming if they are hit by an enemy while aiming with “Rope Dart” and “Smoke Bomb”.
Fixed an issue where upgrading the Jackdaw while docked can cause it to disappear, leaving players without their ship.
Fixed an issue where Edward’s hands have no movement while playing the mini game.

World

Fixed various Animus walls issues.
Fixed various Fast Travel issues.
Fixed various issues where players are able to reach locations they shouldn’t be able to access.
Fixed the issue where the weather never becomes foggy.
Fixed floating bushes by grounding them to the world.
Tweaked weather system balancing to increase the proportion of sun and clear skies.

UI/Menu

Fixed an issue where players can get stuck in Desynchronization screen when opening and closing the menu repeatedly.
Fixed an issue where Location activity icons on the Map disappear after rebooting the game.

Visuals & Graphics

Fixed various minor graphical issues.
Fixed a visual issue for some Hideout ship models.
Fixed various character clipping issues.
Fixed various clothes clipping issues.
Corrected texture issues on some side characters.

Audio

Fixed an issue where killing an enemy will cause a single body drop to sound like multiple bodies dropping.

Quests

“Rift: Wayward Desires”: Fixed an issue where players will miss the second zipline when falling from the first.
Fixed an issue where “Imagine my surprise” and “The Commander’s Ruse” cannot be completed at the same time.
“The Other Brother”: Fixed an issue where Upton can be assassinated early.
“The Observatory”: Fixed an issue where your allies do not arrive together with Roberts.
“A governor no longer”: Fixed an issue where players are unable to progress due to being stuck by the Animus wall.

In case you didn’t know, Ubisoft has rolled out a gift to players as a thank you for the game’s massive launch day sales numbers.

If you’ve yet to play it, check out our review where we state, “Even after all these years, Black Flag remains a treasure worth digging up, all the more so now with all the upgrades it has received.”

In other Assassin’s Creed news, a leak for Hexe has mentioned its release window, gameplay details and more.

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Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced First Update 1.0.4 Fixes a Boatload of Bugs via Patch 1.003.028

Alex Co — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:37:17 +0000

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After a successful launch, Ubisoft has today released the first title update for Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, and it tackles a lot of the known issues.

The developers have called this update version 1.0.4, and those on consoles will see the download appear as AC Black Flag Resynced update 1.003.028

For the full list of fixes, read on. Just a word of caution: the quest fixes do contain spoilers. When it comes to patch sizes, it’ll be a whopping 15.3 GB on Xbox Series X|S, 2.4 GB on PS5, 3.7 GB on Ubisoft’s launcher and 2.7 GB on Steam.

AC Black Flag Resynced First Update Applies Various Fixes on July 16

General

Fixed multiple save/load issues.
Fixed various localization issues for Simplified Chinese, Italian and Arabic.
Fixed a dubbing issue that was affecting voiceover playback and cutscene visuals in localized versions.
Improved performance and stability.
Fixed an issue on PC where Cutscenes are locked at 30 FPS when graphics settings are set to ‘Custom’.
Fixed multiple lighting issues when players are indoors or in caverns.
During the battle with El Tiburon, it might be unclear for some players on how to break his defense. We have added hints for players on how to break it.
Fixed an issue where players can double jump when advanced parkour option is turned on.

Gameplay

Fixed issues where players can clip into the ship’s hull while swimming.
Fixed an issue where players are locked out when attempting to move immediately after exiting a mini game.
Fixed an issue where the ally would stop moving if players were to assassinate their kill.
Fixed an issue where players can get stuck harpooning if they start Boarding immediately after starting Harpooning.
Fixed an issue where Civilians are entering Brawl zones.
Fixed an issue where players are unable to dodge the fatal Humpback Whale’s Tail slap during Harpooning.
Fixed an issue where players do not go back into aiming if they are hit by an enemy while aiming with “Rope Dart” and “Smoke Bomb”.
Fixed an issue where upgrading the Jackdaw while docked can cause it to disappear, leaving players without their ship.
Fixed an issue where Edward’s hands have no movement while playing the mini game.

World

Fixed various Animus walls issues.
Fixed various Fast Travel issues.
Fixed various issues where players are able to reach locations they shouldn’t be able to access.
Fixed the issue where the weather never becomes foggy.
Fixed floating bushes by grounding them to the world.
Tweaked weather system balancing to increase the proportion of sun and clear skies.

UI/Menu

Fixed an issue where players can get stuck in Desynchronization screen when opening and closing the menu repeatedly.
Fixed an issue where Location activity icons on the Map disappear after rebooting the game.

Visuals & Graphics

Fixed various minor graphical issues.
Fixed a visual issue for some Hideout ship models.
Fixed various character clipping issues.
Fixed various clothes clipping issues.
Corrected texture issues on some side characters.

Audio

Fixed an issue where killing an enemy will cause a single body drop to sound like multiple bodies dropping.

Quests

“Rift: Wayward Desires”: Fixed an issue where players will miss the second zipline when falling from the first.
Fixed an issue where “Imagine my surprise” and “The Commander’s Ruse” cannot be completed at the same time.
“The Other Brother”: Fixed an issue where Upton can be assassinated early.
“The Observatory”: Fixed an issue where your allies do not arrive together with Roberts.
“A governor no longer”: Fixed an issue where players are unable to progress due to being stuck by the Animus wall.

In case you didn’t know, Ubisoft has rolled out a gift to players as a thank you for the game’s massive launch day sales numbers.

In other Assassin’s Creed news, a leak for Hexe has mentioned its release window, gameplay details and more.

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Marvel Rivals Update on July 16 Brings New Content via Patch 1.61/1.000.097

Alex Co — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:01:52 +0000

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Following the Season 9 patch last week, NetEase has pushed out Marvel Rivals update 1.61/1.000.097 today on consoles and PC.

This brings new content that lets you see Jeff the Dinosaur! NetEase also brings the Season 3 Battle Pass back, a new event and more.

When it comes to fixes, visual optimization has been applied to Jubilee and a bunch of Team-Ups.

Marvel Rivals New Update Brings Jeff the Dinosaur, Fixes via Patch 1.61/1.000.097

Small shark, BIG roar — the ultimate prehistoric glow-up is here!

“I mean, Jumbo’s Devil Landshark is all right, but Van Dyne’s Jeff the Dinosaur outfit? Statistically speaking, it’s 100% cuter, AND Moon Girl approved!” First Appears in Marvel Rivals Season 9

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— Marvel Rivals (@MarvelRivals) July 15, 2026

POP & WIN

– Devil Dinosaur – Jeff the Dinosaur

Limited Time: July 17th, 2026, 02:00:00 to August 14th 2026, 02:00:00 (UTC)

New In Store

– Hawkeye – Bed-Stuy’s Best Bundle
– Devil Dinosaur – Jeff the Dinosaur Chroma Playful Pink and Vibrant Violet

Limited Time: July 17th, 2026, 02:00:00 to August 14th 2026, 02:00:00 (UTC)

– Invisible Woman – Baxter Building Beauty Chroma Pretty in Pink/Classic Contrast and Ultimate Ability VFX

Available From: July 16th, 2026, at 9:00:00 (UTC)

– Bed-Stuy’s Best – Emoji Bundle
– Hawkeye – Bed-Stuy’s Best Chroma Teal Trend and Dazzling Drip
– Gambit – Dead Man’s Hand Bundle
– Dead Man’s Hand – Emoji Bundle

Available From: July 17th, 2026, at 2:00:00 (UTC)

S3 Battle Pass Rerun

The Season 3 Battle Pass, Power of the Phoenix, will be returning for a limited time! It will be available for purchase at the Battle Pass Nexus – Reality Link Point.

Chrono-Rush

Temporal anomaly detected! The Chrono-Rush Event is rewinding and will reopen this weekend, lasting until the season officially runs out of time.

Rerun Duration: July 16th, 2026, 09:00:00 to July 30th, 2026, 09:00:00 (UTC)

New Event: Van Dyne Couture

Get ready to strut on the runway! The all-new Van Dyne Couture event has officially launched! Complete event missions to claim Magneto’s Magnetic Vintage costume and related bundle rewards for FREE! Unlock premium for Adam Warlock’s Tailored Perfection costume, Invisible Woman’s Baxter Building Beauty costume, and more.

Event Duration: July 16th, 2026, 09:00:00 to August 13th, 2026, 09:00:00 (UTC)

Chrono-Rush

Temporal anomaly detected! The Chrono-Rush Event is rewinding and will reopen this weekend, lasting until the season officially runs out of time.

Marvel Rivals Fixes and Optimizations for July 16

Heroes

– Rogue Range Protocol: Fixed an issue where turning off target movement in the Practice Range parameters and then starting a training session could still spawn moving bots. We’ve tightened up the subroutines, they’ll stay put now!

– Storm & Thor’s Targeting Turbulence: Fixed a visual glitch where the camera animation for the Gods of Thunder (Storm – Thor) base effect Team-Up Ability was unintentionally throwing off aim. The skies are clear and Storm’s striking true once again!

– Combat Clarity Upgrade: We’ve dialed in the visual effects for a lineup of heroes to cut down on battlefield chaos and keep your superhero clashes crisp and clear. These visual optimizations include:

Base Abilities:
All of Jubilee’s base abilities.

Team-Up Abilities:
Vanguard:
• Mr. & Mrs. X (Rogue – Gambit)
• Explosive Entanglement (Rogue – Magneto)
• Voltaic Union (Captain America – Thor)
• Two-in-One (The Thing – Human Torch)
• Gamma Maelstrom (Doctor Strange – Hulk)
• Surf & Turf (Devil Dinosaur – Jeff the Land Shark)
Strategist:
• Vibrant Vitality (Loki – Mantis)
• Planet X Pals (Rocket Raccoon – Groot)
• Mammalian Bond (Rocket Raccoon – Squirrel Girl)
• Oblivion Shroud (Cloak & Dagger – The Hood)
• Favorable Odds (Gambit – Magneto)
Duelist:
• Gods of Thunder (Storm – Thor)
• Storming Ignition (Human Torch – Storm)
• Moonlit Slash (Hawkeye – Cloak & Dagger)
• Squirrel Missile (Squirrel Girl – Iron Man)
• Light & Dark Darts (Psylocke – Cloak & Dagger)
• Devilish Affair (Daredevil – Black Widow)
• Hex Fireworks (Scarlet Witch – Jubilee)
• Prehistoric Trap (Elsa Bloodstone – Devil Dinosaur)

In addition to these, we’ve optimized the visual effects for lots of other Team-Up Abilities as well. The list is extensive, so we won’t detail every single one here; just know the battlefield is looking clean! We’ll keep the Scanner running and make ongoing optimizations. As always, we welcome and appreciate your feedback and suggestions!

System

– Dusted for prints and swept away a few minor bugs causing issues in the Death of Apocalypse mini-game. Unraveling the mysteries of En Sabah Nur’s demise will now proceed without a hitch.

Console

– Addressed a bug on Xbox where the trophy overview progress was desynced from actual completion after unlocking an achievement. Your gamerscore now displays flawlessly!

The mid-season patch should be with us in about a month, bringing a new hero and more.

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The Finals Update 11.1 Fires Out on July 16 as Patch 1.000.149

Alex Co — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:52:00 +0000

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Embark has pushed out The Finals update 11.1 on consoles and PC this July 16, and this brings new store items, crash fixes and more.

Console gamers will see this download as The Finals update 1.000.149, and the complete patch notes are available below, contestant!

The Finals Updated on July 16 for New Store Items and More

STORE | FUTURE FAMOUS

The future is here. You’re in it, you’ve molded it yourself. Inspire the Arena to transcend gravity, reach the stars, and perhaps become as bright as you are.

ESPORTS | THE HALFWAY REPORT

All three regions have now crowned their Cycle 2 champions, we are officially halfway down the road to The Grand Major 2026, and every leaderboard is telling a different story!

EMEA – Five Fears called it.

Before the Cycle 2 Top 8, Carnifex of Five Fears told us exactly what was on the line:

“If we manage to do good now, we’re going to have a very good lead going into Cycle 3 and 4, which is going to translate to getting the golden ticket to the Major”.

Then he went out and did it. Five Fears barely survived a late-tournament elimination during the last phase (“I was screaming on top of my lungs, that cashout was absolutely crazy!”) and now sit top of EMEA on 175 points.

AMERICAS – The close race.

ENVY, containing the 2025 Grand Major champions roster, took Cycle 1 in convincing fashion. Unphased, he answered back and took Cycle 2. Behind these teams sit a traffic jam: five teams sit within 75 points of the top spot, and one big swing could reshuffle the entire order.
With two cycles left, no one is safe, and everything is to play for.

APAC – The ice-cold vs the red-hot.

KZ have finished top two in both cycles, and still hold the overall lead on 175 points. However, HIBOO are fresh off ripping the Cycle 2 title away on the back of byusl and his trusty BFR, hunting them down on 130 points, followed by DRG with 125 points. This weekend hosts the T16 stage to determine who will have a shot at earning points for Cycle 3.

The math is simple: whoever holds the most points after Cycle 4 takes their region’s golden ticket, a direct invite to The Grand Major 2026. Everyone else has to survive the qualifiers the hard way.

Which brings us to you!

Cycle 3 sign-ups are open in AMERICAS and EMEA, and every daring Contestant starts in the same place: the Open Qualifiers, taking the same kind of shot anyone can take, including you. Build your team and claim your spot:

GAME UPDATE | BUG FIXES

Performance

Fixed some issues when starting up the game preventing it from launching
Fixed some crash issues

This is a pretty slim patch, but given the Season 11 patch was just released last week, it’s not surprising.

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