Stores and publishing

70% of open-world action RPGs earn over $50,000. These and other insights are included in our detailed report on the state of the subgenre, coinciding with the successful launch of The Blood of Dawnwalker. Featuring charts, tables, and interesting observations

Despite the crisis in the industry, the number of publishers is increasing.

This is 15% more than the same period (January — August) of the previous year

In the UK, sales of PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S consoles saw an uptick after last week's announcement of Grand Theft Auto 6 on Netflix

Starting in November 2026, Xbox plans to implement monthly cloud gaming restrictions for Game Pass members.

Aggro Crab, the studio behind Peak and Another Crab's Treasure, has announced the creation of a publishing label aimed at promoting "intense, stylised games with an attitude."

While the console market is on hold, awaiting the annual sports lineup and the avalanche of fall releases, several dozen commercially successful titles were released on PC in August. More details can be found in our traditional segment packed with data and graphs

Most of them turned out to be unwanted by anyone

Aggro Crab Studio, which has previously served as a publisher (they launched Peak), intends to make this activity a regular part of their operations.

In a record-setting week, over 700 games debuted on Steam for the first time. However, 74% of these titles garnered fewer than 10 reviews.

For titles released in the year 2026, the revenue stands at $1,728. This is more than ten times less than in 2016.

Titles released in 2026 cost $1,728. This is more than ten times less than in 2016.

The reasons for this were the memory market crisis and Google's overall desire to improve the quality of projects available in its mobile store

Following the main presentations at Gamescom 2026, we have prepared a comprehensive report on the winners in various categories. Inside, you'll find many charts and data on views, the number of new wishlists, and other metrics for the games showcased at the German exhibition. Let's see who had the most effective week.

New material in the "Investor/Publisher Wanted" section. Today we're talking about the colorful metroidvania SpiritFusion, which follows the adventures of a spirit knight.

On the evening of August 27, the tactical action game Star Wars Zero Company was released. Shortly after its launch, the new title reached second place on the list of the most popular Star Wars franchise games in terms of peak online players on Steam

Microsoft’s gaming division has officially announced a new option for owners of XBOX One and XBOX Series X consoles. In just a few days, they will have the ability to digitize their game discs.

On August 26, pre-orders for the graveyard management simulator Graveyard Keeper 2 launched on PC and consoles. According to Alex Nichiporchik, head of the publisher tinyBuild, the game immediately demonstrated a solid level of pre-sales.

In response to increasing hardware expenses and advancements in artificial intelligence, Xbox is focusing on "efficiency and affordability alongside performance" for its upcoming console generation

Microsoft's gaming division has officially announced a new option for owners of XBOX One and XBOX Series X consoles. In just a few days, they will have the ability to digitize their game discs

Starting on August 31, Xbox Insiders will have the opportunity to test a new disc-to-digital feature. This feature will allow owners of compatible physical games to convert them into digital versions of the same title.

The successful release of the Mortal Shell sequel is a great opportunity to discuss the state of the Soulslike game niche. In the new report, we will analyze not only the metrics of Cold Symmetry's latest game but also present a detailed benchmark with data on the highest-grossing projects and median values for the entire category

On the evening of August 25, under the leadership of one of the key creators of Assassin's Creed, Patrice Désilets, the studio Panache Digital Games released the mystic action-adventure 1666: Amsterdam in early access. On Steam, the long-anticipated project was met without enthusiasm

The studio thatgamecompany, known for its atmospheric games Journey and Sky: Children of the Light, has decided to venture into the publishing field. It announced the launch of a publishing division aimed at supporting indie developers

Double Fine Productions has reclaimed its intellectual property and publishing rights following its departure from Xbox.

Compulsion Games has become independent from Xbox following a management buyout that includes the studio and its employees

With just two weeks left until the release of the samurai action game Onimusha: Way of the Sword, many gamers have already added it to their wish lists. As Capcom announced, the game has been added to wish lists over 2 million times in total.

The studio behind South of Midnight has officially separated from Microsoft's gaming division and gained independence. The completion of this separation was shared by Compulsion Games' head, Guillaume Provost, in an interview with GamesBeat.

New content in the "Investor/Publisher Wanted" section. Today, we are discussing the game THE ENTERTAINERS, which is being developed by just one person

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 has a better chance of having a strong launch compared to last year's Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, according to Alinea Analytics. Analysts have observed that the shooter is enjoying quite good demand during the pre-order phase on Steam

The Apple Corporation has once again updated the policy of the European version of its app store, prompted by proceedings with the European Commission regarding its “gatekeeper” status in the EU.

Apple Corporation has once again updated the policy of its European version of the App Store. It did this amidst proceedings with the European Commission regarding its "gatekeeper" status in the EU

Antitrust proceedings in several countries and the subsequent changes to App Store rules have led to a decrease in Apple's revenue from store commissions, according to Financial Times, citing analyst data.

It's called Inner Pocket.

Saber Interactive has updated the Steam page for Rideshare Simulator with a disclaimer regarding AI use. This move comes after a controversy arose from allegations that the company replaced a writer contributing to the game with AI-generated content.

Saber Interactive has updated the Steam page for Rideshare Simulator, including a disclaimer about the use of AI. This move comes after the company faced controversy over claims that it had replaced a writer on the project with AI-generated content.

Another twist in the legal battle between Apple and Epic Games. Recently, Apple filed a statement in court, requesting to overturn one of the prohibitions imposed on it. This pertains to the commission for in-app purchases on iOS in the United States.

In early August, Strauss Zelnick, the CEO of Take-Two Interactive, stated that the majority of pre-orders for the upcoming GTA VI are for the Ultimate Edition. Now his words have been confirmed by analysts at VG Insights, a subsidiary of Sensor Tower

The ranks of game publishers have expanded. The Russian-speaking team Solarsuit Games, known for the Static Dread franchise, has decided to venture into publishing

Google, as part of its dispute with Epic Games, also appeared in court again — despite the fact that the parties had previously reached a settlement.

Another twist in the dispute between Apple and Epic Games. Recently, Apple submitted a statement to the court requesting the annulment of one of the imposed restrictions. This restriction pertains to the commission on in-app purchases on iOS in the United States

In February 2025, the Dutch consumer rights organization Stichting Massaschade & Consument filed a class action lawsuit against Sony’s gaming division. A year and a half later, the authors of Stop Killing Games — an initiative for the preservation of games — agreed to join the case.

In February 2025, the Dutch consumer rights protection organization Stichting Massaschade & Consument filed a class-action lawsuit against Sony's gaming division. A year and a half later, the authors of Stop Killing Games—a campaign for game preservation—agreed to join the case

How much more often is not disclosed

Remedy Entertainment's report for the first half of 2026 is now available. In the document, the Finnish company not only disclosed financial figures but also shared the successes of individual games.

Square Enix announced significant growth in the first quarter, with profits surging 175.5% to ¥13.2 billion ($82.9 million)

Valve has started informing its European customers who purchased Steam hardware that a cyberattack on CEVA Logistics, which manages the delivery of Steam hardware in the area, may have compromised their personal information.

Internal emails obtained and verified by Windows Central reveal that Blizzard concluded Microsoft's 2026 fiscal year as the top-performing studio within Xbox Game Studios

Later this month, Xbox plans to implement age verification for users in Australia.

Kyrill Oreshkin, the CEO of Polden Publishing, announced the milestone on his Telegram channel