Friday/Vendredi June/Juin 12, 2026
Friday Gaming Edition
What's up, everybody! It's Friday — Vendredi, le 12 juin 2026 — TGIF! Today we celebrate videogames. I'll be hosting a special "Coffee Talk: Tokyo" livestream session, so come hang out.
This weekend is huge: the 24 Hours of Le Mans is happening, so I'll be doing my best to livestream Gran Turismo 7's Power Pack DLC. The FIFA World Cup has also kicked off, and I cannot wait for France's match to start. ALLEZ LES BLEUS! 🇫🇷
Surprise, surprise — I found SSD space to install The Crew: Motorfest, since unfortunately Forza Horizon 6 still isn't available on PlayStation 5. Now, let's get into today's gaming news.
Razer's premium Huntsman Signature Edition keyboard is back for another limited drop. As a Razer Creator, I'm excited to see this iconic board return — perfect timing if you're upgrading your setup before a weekend of World Cup and Le Mans gaming.
As "AI PC" becomes a major marketing category, this piece digs into how inconsistent benchmarking standards make it hard for consumers to actually compare performance claims across brands.
A security researcher discovered a critical flaw in AMD's auto-updater that took 124 days to patch — and then didn't receive the promised bounty. A frustrating look at the state of corporate bug bounty programs.
A fresh preview of Gundam Rogue Orbit, aiming squarely at the action game crowd. As a Gundam fan, I'll be keeping a close eye on this one as more footage drops.
Apple showcased Cyberpunk 2077 running on Mac as part of WWDC26, a strong signal of just how far Apple Silicon gaming performance has come.
Maverick Games is reportedly bringing together elements of Need for Speed and Forza for a 2027 release. Big news for racing fans heading into next year.
A hands-on look at Stranger Than Heaven reveals it's carving its own identity rather than simply following the Yakuza formula — worth watching for fans of narrative-driven action.
A look at how GameStop's remaining consumer-friendly perks may be shrinking even further, continuing the retailer's long decline.
Microsoft is reportedly exploring ways to accelerate development timelines for its biggest franchises — welcome news for fans who've waited years between major entries.
A stacked PS Plus lineup this month, headlined by Final Fantasy XVI, Sonic X Shadow Generations, and Kingdom Come: Deliverance — plenty to dig into this weekend.
Call of Duty confirms early access to the Modern Warfare 4 campaign starting October 16 — mark your calendars.
IGN's latest review takes a deep dive into "The Furious" — check it out if you're considering picking it up.
GameSpot rounds up all the biggest announcements and interviews from Summer Games Week — a great catch-up if you missed the live shows.
Polygon's hands-on picks for the standout titles at Summer Game Fest 2026 — a solid list for your future wishlist.
Rumors are swirling about a "classic" version of League of Legends. Nostalgia is powerful, but is it the right move? PCGamesN weighs in.
Freshworks is making a major pivot toward AI-driven employee experience tools at its 2026 Refresh event — a notable move in the enterprise software space.
🔴 Catch Me Live This Weekend
Join my special "Coffee Talk: Tokyo" livestream session today! And this weekend, I'll be doing my best to livestream Gran Turismo 7's Power Pack DLC while the 24 Hours of Le Mans races on. With the World Cup underway too, it's going to be a packed weekend of racing, football, and gaming — don't miss it!
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