Games

games 4 sources · Jul 27

Minecraft Java Edition Raises Minimum Memory to 8GB After 17 Years

The memory requirement jump from 2GB to 8GB minimum signals that Minecraft Java Edition's decade-old technical baseline is no longer sustainable for the game's current scope and planned Vulkan-based graphical upgrades.

Automaton, Denfaminicogamer, ASCII.jp, and 1 more
games 1 sources · Jul 27

Japan's Video Game Rankings: July 13-19

The chart shows a strong week for new releases, with two major debuts and a continued lead for a Nintendo title.

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gamesannouncement 6 sources · Jul 27

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 First Major DLC Cost of Hope Arrives August 20

The DLC expands the base game's world into previously inaccessible areas and advances the faction conflict narrative, while the accompanying free engine upgrade signals continued long-term support for the title.

GAME Watch, 4Gamer.net, Automaton, and 3 more
gamesannouncement 2 sources · Jul 27

Zombie Disaster Prevention Training Steam Version Announced

The announcement extends a zombie-themed disaster prevention game from a console-only release to PC, potentially reaching a wider audience interested in non-violent survival training.

4Gamer.net, Game Spark
games 1 sources · Jul 27

QT DIG∞ Wins VCJ 2026 Split 2, Secures VCT Pacific Play-Ins Spot

QT DIG∞'s win marks a rare case of a Tier 2 Japanese team defeating a dominant Tier 1 opponent in a domestic final, setting up a Play-ins run where they aim to challenge the international perception of Japan's VALORANT strength.

ASCII.jp
games 1 sources · Jul 27

This Week in Games: Final Fantasy X Turns 25

The anniversary marks a quarter-century for a title that was a major release in the Final Fantasy series and introduced a more Japanese-inspired aesthetic to the franchise.

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