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CM Punk headlines WWE 2K26 Showcase: Punked

Relive, rewrite, and reimagine CM Punk’s career in WWE 2K26.

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WWE 2K26 puts CM Punk front and center.

Following the debut of the Showcase trailer, 2K dropped a new Ringside Report. It dives deeper into 2K Showcase: Punked. CM Punk narrates the mode himself. The report also outlines major gameplay upgrades coming to this year’s title.

2K Showcase: Punked lets players step into Punk’s boots. It traces his rise across WWE. It blends real milestones with alternate timelines and fantasy matchups.

Relive the highlights

The Showcase opens at WrestleMania 41. Players control Punk in a triple-threat match against Seth “Freakin’” Rollins and Roman Reigns. Paul Heyman stands in Punk’s corner.

From there, the mode jumps across Punk’s career. Players can recreate iconic bouts. That includes Randy Orton at WrestleMania 27. It features The Undertaker at WrestleMania 29. It also includes Drew McIntyre at Bad Blood 2024.

Punk provides candid commentary throughout. He shares behind-the-scenes insight. Players face WWE Legends and World Champions such as The Rock, Rey Mysterio, JBL, John Cena, and more.

Rewrite history

2K Showcase: Punked does more than revisit the past. It asks bold questions.

What if CM Punk never left WWE in 2014? What if key rivalries ended differently?

Players can change pivotal outcomes. They can reshape Punk’s legacy. One alternate-history match features CM Punk and AJ Lee versus The Miz and Maryse. More “what if” scenarios will follow.

Enter Fantasy Warfare

The mode also introduces Fantasy Warfare.

Players can book dream matches. Punk steps into the ring with Superstars he never faced in WWE. That includes “Stone Cold” Steve Austin and Eddie Guerrero. More names will be revealed soon.

These battles take place in a new arena called the CM Punkvillion. It serves as the backdrop for these crossover showdowns.

Survive The Gauntlet

WWE 2K26 adds a new optional challenge called The Gauntlet.

Players can choose CM Punk or AJ Lee. They must defeat all 20 Showcase opponents in consecutive matches. There are no shortcuts.

Clear The Gauntlet and you complete the Showcase instantly. You also unlock every reward in the mode. That includes playable Legends, alternate attires, managers, championships, and arenas.

Gameplay upgrades detailed

Last week’s Ringside Report focused on core gameplay improvements.

WWE 2K26 adds new match types. The game introduces interactive environments and objects. It expands surprise attacks and start-of-match actions. It also upgrades A.I. sequences and rivalries.

The game features a new commentary team and interactive entrances. 2K plans more deep dives ahead of launch.

WWE 2K26 releases March 6, 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam.

Four editions are now available for pre-order. The King of Kings Edition, Attitude Era Edition, and Monday Night War Edition launch March 6, 2026. The Standard Edition follows on March 13, 2026.

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Marvel Wolverine Limited Edition PS5 bundle SEA pricing

Available in Battle Yellow and Adamantium Limited Editions

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The first look for the Marvel Wolverine Limited Edition PlayStation 5 Console bundle and accessories have just released.

The console inspired by the raw power of Wolverine and Insomniac’s Battle Reborn suit (Battle Yellow) and claws (Adamantium).

Along with its preview, here are the suggested retail price (SRP) details for markets in Southeast Asia:

PlayStation 5 Digital Edition – Marvel’s Wolverine Battle Yellow Limited Edition Bundle

  • SG$ 849
  • MYR 2,799
  • IDR 11,399,000
  • THB 20,990

DualSense Wireless Controller – Marvel’s Wolverine Battle Yellow Limited Edition and Adamantium Limited Edition

  • SG$ 115
  • MYR 419
  • IDR 1,549,000
  • THB 2,890
  • PhP 5,411
  • VND 2,399,000

PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro Console Covers – Battle Yellow Limited Edition and Adamantium Limited Edition

  • SG$ 101
  • MYR 369
  • IDR 1,359,000
  • THB 2,590
  • PhP 4,767 (Battle Yellow only)
  • VND 2,099,000 (Battle Yellow only)

The bundle and accessories will be available beginning September 15 in limited quantities. Pre-order will start from August 19 in local retailers, save for the PS5 and PS5 Pro console covers.

In Singapore, DualSense Wireless Controller – Marvel’s Wolverine Adamantium Limited Edition will be available exclusively through select retailer channels in limited quantity.

Marvel’s Wolverine releases on September 15 for PlayStation 5 consoles.

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Ghost Recon 25th anniversary: Free major Wildlands update, Predator returns, more

Wildlands: Last Rites introduces new mission; Predator update gets 4K/60 FPS support

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Ubisoft is celebrating the 25th anniversary of Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon franchise with a free title update to Ghost Recon Wildlands, as well as a return of the fan-favorite Predator event and more.

The major free update, Ghost Recon Wildlands: Last Rites, is now available for free on the following platforms:

  • Ubisoft+
  • PlayStation 5
  • PlayStation 4
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Xbox One
  • Windows PC (Ubisoft, Epic Games, Steam)

Last Rites features a brand-new standalone mission set in a darker, more oppressive Bolivia. The Ghosts enter a region controlled by Los Penitentes, a fanatical cult united by faith, sacrifice, and violent justice.

Players must hunt down La Llorona, the cult leader, by navigating dangerous swamps and dense forests where visibility is low and danger is lurking.

In addition, the Predator Mission update modernizes the Wildlands experience by adding 60 FPS gameplay and visual upgrades to current-gen consoles and PC.

Players can enjoy smoother combat, improved distance rendering, enhanced lighting and shadows, and a sharper image targeting 4K resolution.

Moreover, players can deeply customize and define their own Ghost Recon experience using extensive gameplay, difficulty, environment, and UI parameters.

They can also adjust enemy behavior, damage values, weapon restrictions, friendly fire, weather, and HUD elements to tailor realism, challenge, and immersion.

Lastly, they can relive the iconic Predator event and take on a deadly extraterrestrial threat, now back once again.

Play Ghost Recon’s iconic titles for free for a limited time

To celebrate the anniversary, players can also jump into three of the franchise’s most iconic titles at no cost.

From August 6 to 10, players can try Ghost Recon Wildlands and Ghost Recon Breakpoint for them to experience the ultimate tactical military shooter.

Meanwhile, Ghost Recon: Future Soldier will be free to redeem on PC via Ubisoft Connect until August 13.

This lets players step into the role of Kozak and Team Hunter in a vision of the future of war.

In September, the Ghost Recon Breakpoint 25th Anniversary Bundle will also be available. This shall include free items such as the M4A1 Tactical Brown, Wolf Enhanced Helmet, and Opheis Mk.II Hunter.

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Tides of Annihilation opens first public demo at Gamescom 2026

First hands-on

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Tides of Annihilation will make its public playable debut at Gamescom 2026.

Developer Eclipse Glow Games announced that attendees can try an extended demo of the upcoming action-adventure game during the event in Cologne, Germany. Players can find the demo at Hall 6, Booth B-050 inside Koelnmesse.

The studio will also reveal a new trailer during Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 25, before the show floor opens.

Demo offers more exploration and combat

The Gamescom demo gives players a longer look at Tides of Annihilation. It features branching paths that lead to different exploration routes and combat encounters. Players can also explore key locations and experience several of the game’s biggest set pieces.

“Gamescom will be an incredibly important moment for our team since this will be our first global playtest and we’re excited to see how first-time players experience our game,” said Ary Chen, Game Director and Co-CEO of Eclipse Glow Games.

“The team has poured heart, soul, and maybe even a few tears into developing the game over the last few years, and it’s finally our opportunity to share it with players. We’re looking forward to seeing their reaction.”

Members of the press and content creators can also schedule private hands-on sessions with the development team during the event.

Arthurian-inspired adventure

Tides of Annihilation blends fast-paced action with a Neo-Medieval vision of modern London. The story follows Gwendolyn after an Outworld invasion leaves the city in ruins.

Driven by a mission to save her sister, she travels between a shattered London and the mythical realm of Avalon. Along the way, she uncovers the mystery behind her newfound powers. She must also decide the fate of reality itself.

Eclipse Glow Games is developing Tides of Annihilation for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.

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