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Fran Ruiz

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Jul 29, 2026
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  1. Article · Jul 29, 2026 · Fran Ruiz

    Valve has released the CAD design files for the Steam Machine's exterior, leaving us asking: how long before someone makes a GabeCube skin? (opens the original)

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    The Steam Machine has been among us for a few weeks now - albeit with a hefty price tag and limited availability - and knockoffs are already emerging. Meanwhile, Valve is letting users who are especially creative tinker with its exterior... if they can follow the instructions. As explained by our friends at Digital Foundry, Valve has quietly released the CAD files for the Steam Machine's exterior under a "Creative Commons 'Attribution-NonCommercial-Sharealike 4.0 International' license, which al

  2. Article · Jul 29, 2026 · Fran Ruiz

    After dissolution of the original team, a Wuchang: Fallen Feathers sequel has been confirmed with the original creative director at the helm (opens the original)

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    Despite having over five million players since its launch last year and an okay enough reception, soulslike game Wuchang: Fallen Feathers quickly faced behind-the-scenes drama after its lead producer and director Xia Siyuan departed developer Leenzee, which crumbled later. It seems players will get a sequel after all, though. Back in April, it was reported Digital Bros - the company that owns subsidiary 505 Games - had fully acquired the Wuchang IP for roughly €4m. Now, the publisher has confirm

  3. Article · Jul 29, 2026 · Fran Ruiz

    Pokémon Pokopia's Bubbly Basin DLC and underwater-themed free update is coming as soon as next week according to a new big trailer (opens the original)

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    Update 2:19pm: Nintendo has just released a seven-minute trailer confirming the 5th August release date and giving players an overview of the content and new mechanics included in Bubbly Basin. A second DLC with accessories is coming in late 2026, with another new town following in 2027. They're all included in the previously announced expansion pass. Pokémon Pokopia has been an amazing performer for Nintendo, The Pokémon Company, and Koei Tecmo - on top of a great Switch 2 exclusive for fans an

  4. Article · Jul 29, 2026 · Fran Ruiz

    Koei Tecmo wants to avoid "dependence on major titles" in the near future, though expectations for Wo Long 2 and Attack on Titan 3 are high (opens the original)

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    Koei Tecmo has been on a roll recently, with heavy hitters like Nioh 3 and Dynasty Warriors: Origins elevating established IPs while surprising collaborations like Pokémon Pokopia have become viral sensations. According to the latest financial report from the company, however, fans should expect variety over a deluge of large-scale games. Japanese website GameBiz shared a rundown of the first-quarter earnings briefing for the fiscal year that ends in March 2027. "Backed by an expanded developmen

  5. Article · Jul 29, 2026 · Fran Ruiz

    Double Fine hit with layoffs after exiting Xbox - "Only the survival of our studio would ever make us consider such a painful action" (opens the original)

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    Nearly a month after it was announced Xbox was cutting 3200 jobs across the division and parting ways with four studios, Psychonauts 2 studio Double Fine Productions is laying off staffers to ensure its short-term survival. On 28th July, studio head - and LucasArts veteran - Tim Schafer shared a brief announcement on social media revealing that 23 employees were being laid off. "Only the survival of our studio would ever make us consider such a painful action. Our transition to becoming an indep

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