From long-awaited sequels and MMO updates to brand-new action RPGs, this week’s gaming news offers something for almost every type of player. Here are five of the biggest titles generating the most buzz.
Crazy Taxi: World Tour Gets Multiplayer Network Test
SEGA has revealed more details about Crazy Taxi: World Tour, with a multiplayer closed network test scheduled for September. Players will get to experience two competitive modes—Pickup Race, where up to six players compete to earn the most fares, and Cops ‘N’ Cabbies, a frantic 3v3 mode that pits taxi drivers against pursuing police vehicles. The test will feature cross-play across PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, giving fans an early taste of the reboot before its planned 2027 release. The new entry also promises a full single-player campaign alongside its online modes, bringing the iconic arcade series into a modern multiplayer era.
Mistfall Hunter Launches Day One on Xbox Game Pass
Dark fantasy fans can jump straight into Mistfall Hunter, which officially launches today on PC and Xbox Series X|S while joining Xbox Game Pass on day one. Developed by Skystone Games, the title blends extraction gameplay with action RPG mechanics, challenging players to venture into dangerous dungeons, battle monstrous enemies, gather valuable loot and escape alive before other players claim the rewards. Its combination of Soulslike combat, cooperative play and high-risk exploration has attracted considerable attention among fans looking for the next multiplayer fantasy adventure.
Black Desert Online Introduces New ‘Agent’ Class
Black Desert Online continues expanding its roster with the introduction of the all-new Agent class. Described as a highly mobile secret operative, the Agent uses specially designed revolvers and magical ammunition to eliminate enemies with speed and precision. The new character was unveiled during Heidel Ball 2026 and is set to arrive as one of the MMORPG’s biggest class additions in recent years. Alongside the new class, Pearl Abyss also teased upcoming story content and future expansions, ensuring Black Desert’s long-running world continues to evolve for both new and veteran players.
RuneScape: Dragonwilds Receives Agility Update
Jagex has rolled out Update 0.12.1 for RuneScape: Dragonwilds, bringing meaningful improvements to the game’s Agility skill. The latest update makes traversal more flexible, allowing players to move through the world more smoothly while improving the usefulness of Agility during exploration. As Dragonwilds continues its development journey, Jagex is refining core gameplay systems based on community feedback, helping shape the survival adventure into a more polished experience ahead of future content updates.
Croc 2: Kingdom of the Gobbos Returns in Remastered Form
One of the most beloved platformers of the original PlayStation era is making a comeback. Croc 2: Kingdom of the Gobbos Remastered has been announced for Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, PlayStation, Xbox and PC, bringing updated visuals while preserving the colourful charm that made the original a fan favourite. Players once again guide the cheerful crocodile hero through whimsical worlds filled with puzzles, platforming challenges and the lovable Gobbos. The remaster continues Argonaut Games’ effort to introduce classic platforming adventures to a new generation of players while giving longtime fans another reason to revisit a nostalgic favourite.
