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New Game Releases & Announcements
The highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 launched on June 5, 2025, with a stellar lineup of games, including Mario Kart World, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, and Deltarune: Chapters 3 and 4.
Priced at $449.99, the console features enhanced graphics, backward compatibility, and new game modes. However, a controversial $9.99 upgrade fee for older titles has sparked debate among fans.
The launch coincided with the Summer Game Fest, where Nintendo showcased its upcoming titles. Gamespot
DLCs & Expansions
The Atomfall: Wicked Isle DLC, launching June 3 for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC, introduces a new location (Midsummer Isle), weapons, and enemies tied to the Windscale disaster.
Meanwhile, Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition for the Switch 2 includes the Phantom Liberty expansion, releasing June 5. shacknews.
Patches & Updates
Clash Royale’s June 2025 update introduces nerfs to the Boss Bandit and Evolved Witch, while buffing Cannon Cart and Little Prince.
Guild Wars 2’s patch focuses on elementalist hammer skills and condition cleanse options. Additionally, PUBG: Battlegrounds announced ranked mode changes, including a new tier between Platinum and Diamond. riotgames.
Read more: Best Games of 2025: Take a Look at the Biggest Releases
Esports Highlights
The Esports World Cup, scheduled for July-August 2025 in Riyadh, boasts a $70 million prize pool across 25 tournaments, including League of Legends, VALORANT, and Chess.
Closer to June, the BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 for Counter-Strike 2 kicks off on June 3 with a $1.25 million prize pool. esportsinsider.
Industry/Studio News
Apple has made its first game studio acquisition, purchasing RAC7 (Sneaky Sasquatch). Scopely acquired Niantic’s gaming division, including Pokémon Go, for $3.5 billion.
Warner Bros. reported a 48% drop in Q1 2025 game revenue, attributed to Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League. gamesindustry.
In-Game Events
Steam’s Zombies vs. Vampires Fest ended June 2, featuring themed games and discounts. Upcoming events include Steam Next Fest: June Edition (June 9-16) and Summer Game Fest (June 7). steampowered.
