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DualShockers will be attending Summer Game Fest, joining the gaming industry for one of the biggest showcase events of the year! Our presence at SGF reflects our continued commitment to being closer to the studios, developers, publishers, and moments shaping the future of gaming. Live events remain an important part of how we build stronger industry relationships, support our editorial growth, and continue delivering informed, passionate coverage to our readers. See you there! https://lnkd.in/eu7HP--w

Marathon is hands down the best extraction shooter on the market. Our full review: https://lnkd.in/gXHXHxWK

Is MLB The Show 26 still the king of the diamond? While Road to the Show and Diamond Dynasty remain top-tier, repetitive commentary and technical issues are starting to show the game's age. It’s a solid entry that struggles to deliver under the postseason spotlight. Full review here: https://lnkd.in/gt3pKn_8

After over 100 hours of gameplay, it's clear that the world of Pywell is a triumph of density and discovery, ditching traditional experience points for a progression system built entirely on exploration and solving complex "Abyss Cresset" puzzles. Read our full review here: https://lnkd.in/gwd8mgdj

Resident Evil Requiem is the best kind of Nostalgia bait. Leon Kennedy’s return to Raccoon City is a masterclass in honoring the past. From reopening the RPD gates to facing the terrifying return of Mr. X and the Lickers, these 8 moments prove that sometimes looking back is the best way to move forward. Read full story here: https://lnkd.in/gB-sHY_9

Check out our preview of Stupid Never Dies, the upcoming action RPG where you devour monster cores to transform and save humanity. With 11 unique fighting styles and a killer punk aesthetic, this is one to watch in 2026. Read full story here: https://lnkd.in/gEAh-4-3

Slay the Spire 2 is in Early Access, and it might already be Game of the Year material. Mega Crit took a near-perfect game and somehow made it better. New characters, fresh mechanics, hilarious writing, and co-op multiplayer for up to 4 players. It's familiar yet completely fresh. Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/gAndPpWQ

WWE 2K26 is here, and it's a mixed bag worth talking about. The good? The Island mode is vastly improved, CM Punk's Showcase is a delight, and the new stamina-based reversal system adds real strategy to matches. The bad? Bugs, awkward character models, and some gameplay tweaks that don't fully land. Still a solid entry, but it could've been so much more. Read our full review here: https://lnkd.in/gTE8SSEh

The beloved Kanto classics return as tailored ports with crisp visuals, perfect emulation, and wireless trading & battling support. Plus, Aurora & Mystic Tickets are now included, no real-life events required. Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/grytbpym

Esoteric Ebb is a super weird, new CRPG that looks to really shake up the scene with some fresh ideas. There's no denying how odd this game is, though, but despite that, it's still a very solid experience. Read our full review here: https://lnkd.in/g2F2Tm9A