The Locust are back, and it’s time to gear up—Microsoft and The Coalition have officially announced Gears of War: E-Day, the next major chapter in the iconic Gears franchise, set for release in 2026.

Capping off a very busy week in the world of gaming is Microsoft with its annual Xbox Games Showcase. There aren’t a lot of details or rumors of what to expect at this point, but Microsoft says that the event will feature “a look at brand-new games and updates from across our first-party studios and our incredible partners across the globe.” It’ll also be followed by a second stream focused entirely on the sci-fi RPG The Outer Worlds 2.

Summer Game Fest 2025 is almost here—and you won’t want to miss a single announcement, reveal, or surprise! Join us at NoFallDamage.net as we live-blog, react, and break down every jaw-dropping moment from gaming’s biggest summer event.

Today’s PlayStation State of Play broadcast delivered a hefty dose of gaming excitement, with brand new reveals, returning favorites, and deep dives that have players buzzing for what’s next on PS5 and beyond.

In a surprise move that’s sent shockwaves through its community, Ubisoft has permanently taken XDefiant offline, shutting down the game’s servers just over a year after its launch.

In a fiery rant that’s resonating with Call of Duty fans everywhere, Matthew “Nadeshot” Haag—former competitive star and co-founder of 100 Thieves—has declared that the current cheating problem in Call of Duty is “the worst it’s ever been.”

The long-simmering controversy surrounding Ubisoft is now in the spotlight as a major sexual harassment trial has officially begun in France. This landmark case sees several former Ubisoft employees testifying against current and former executives, alleging a culture of harassment, discrimination, and retaliation at one of the gaming industry’s biggest publishers.

In a strong showing ahead of its PC release, the PC demo for Stellar Blade has dropped—and it’s already impressing both players and critics alike. Originally a PS5 exclusive, this sleek action-RPG from Shift Up has made a stellar debut on PC, delivering silky performance and visually stunning combat that’s drawing praise across the board.

In a move that’s igniting debate across the gaming community, Activision has started inserting advertisements directly into the loadout screen of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. The update, which rolled out quietly as part of the latest patch, has already drawn sharp criticism from players who say it disrupts the competitive flow and immersion of the game.

The hype train for Summer Game Fest 2025 just picked up major steam. Geoff Keighley and team have officially unveiled the full lineup of partners set to participate in this year’s showcase—and it's a powerhouse roster spanning major publishers, indie darlings, and hardware giants.

In a shocking move that’s left Marvel fans and game devs stunned, Electronic Arts has officially cancelled its in-development Black Panther game—and with it, has shut down Cliffhanger Studios, the Seattle-based developer behind the project.

In an industry increasingly shaped by services and subscription models, one of gaming’s most respected voices has raised a red flag. Shuhei Yoshida, the head of Sony’s Independent Developer Initiative and former president of PlayStation Studios, has publicly criticized the growing reliance on subscription-based game models—calling some approaches “dangerous” and unsustainable for the future of gaming.

Summer might be heating up, and so is the PlayStation rumor mill. According to multiple reputable insiders, Sony is planning to hold a new State of Play broadcast in June, potentially lining up with the industry’s digital showcase season. If true, this would mark Sony’s first major broadcast since early 2025—and fans are eager to see what’s next.

Wrestling icon and current WWE Champion Cody Rhodes has made headlines outside the ring this week—by calling out what many already know deep in their hearts: Mario Party is pure chaos, and it ruins friendships.

Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced the discontinuation of its PlayStation Stars loyalty program, which has been active since 2022. The program allowed players to earn points and digital collectibles by completing specific activities. Effective immediately, new memberships are no longer accepted, and existing members can continue to earn rewards until July 23, 2025. The program will be fully terminated on November 2, 2026 .

In a bold new update that no one really asked for, Twitch has unveiled a sweeping platform change designed to help streamers “give back” to their communities… by spending their own hard-earned income on other creators.

Activision has announced that Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile will be permanently delisted from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store on Sunday, May 18, 2025. This decision comes just over a year after the game’s global launch on March 21, 2024, and is attributed to the title not meeting expectation

In a move that feels more like a plot twist from one of its own prestige dramas, Warner Bros. Discovery has announced that its streaming platform Max will officially revert back to its former name, HBO Max, later this year.

Square Enix has announced a partnership with Tokyo Broadcasting System Television (TBS) to develop a new original intellectual property (IP) game. The collaboration aims to combine Square Enix’s expertise in game development with TBS’s experience in television production to create a unique gaming experience for both domestic and international audiences

Known for his viral stunts and interactions with big name celebrities, Kai Cenat is one of the biggest names in streaming at the moment. Preparing to share his knowledge with the next generation, he has opened up his own Streamer University. The program launched alongside a playful Hogwarts-style trailer. Enrolment is now available on the University’s website for any prospective students and teachers. Only about 150 applicants will be chosen.