Bandai Namco has announced Gundam Rogue Orbit, a new action-packed sci-fi game set for a 2027 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game promises a cinematic story with fast-paced combat, appealing to both longtime fans and newcomers alike.

Fumito Ueda, famed for ICO and Shadow of the Colossus, unveils Gen Atlas, a game set on a surreal, abandoned planet. Epic Games will launch it first, with a Steam release following, though no date is set.

Thames Valley Police continue investigating Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor for misconduct linked to Jeffrey Epstein, urging witnesses to step forward. Recent events, including a bruise spotted on Andrew's face and ongoing security concerns, add to the scrutiny surrounding the former Duke of York.

Palworld exits Early Access with its Version 1.0 launch on July 10, 2026, for PS5, Xbox Series, Xbox One, and PC. The release introduces new Pals and story elements amid past legal scrutiny from Nintendo.

Shift Up announced Blood Rain, the sequel to Stellar Blade, at Summer Game Fest 2026, introducing a new protagonist, Evie. Set in a futuristic city, the game is in early development and aims for a high-end PC experience, with no release date yet confirmed.

The 2026 World Cup, co-hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, faces political and human rights scrutiny amid lingering tensions from the Trump era. Issues span diplomatic relations, labor practices, and FIFA's governance, challenging the tournament's execution and fan accessibility.

Veteran coach Paul Westhead has been awarded the 2025-2026 NBCA Chuck Daly Lifetime Achievement Award. Known for his high-scoring teams and NBA championship with the Lakers, Westhead's career spans NBA, WNBA, and international basketball.

An arson incident near the Museum of African American History in Beacon Hill has sparked a joint investigation by the National Park Service and Boston Police, focusing on potential bias motives. The attack involved burning Juneteenth-themed items, and museum leaders suspect it could be a hate crime aimed at the African Meeting House, with law enforcement seeking public help to identify the suspect.

Google introduces dedicated Search profiles for major creators and publishers in the U.S., spotlighting their content and potentially enhancing Knowledge Panels. The profiles, requiring substantial social media followings, aim to balance Google's AI features with traditional web content visibility.

Street Fighter 6's Year 4 lineup introduces Yasmine, Arjun, Bosch, and Tifa from Final Fantasy VII Remake, with releases from Summer 2026 to Spring 2027. The addition of Tifa marks a notable collaboration between Capcom and Square Enix, while new characters bring unique backstories and fighting styles to the game.