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Video Game News 8/1/2024

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Based on the provided news context, here are the summaries of recent video game news articles: **Nvidia's Wild Ride** The article reports that Nvidia Corp.'s market value has added a record $329 billion in value, obliterating its previous single-day records. The surge is attributed to company- and sector-specific events, such as AMD's results and Microsoft's pledge to spend billions on AI infrastructure. **Brothers: A Tale Of Two Sons is Free** This article announces that Brothers: A Tale Of Two Sons, a game developed by Aarons Games Studio, is currently free to play. The news seems unrelated to the other articles provided, so I'll move on. Since there are no specific video game industry events or new releases mentioned in the remaining articles (which seem to be off-topic), I'll summarize only these two gaming-related news stories: Today's video game news highlights Nvidia's market value surge and the availability of Brothers: A Tale Of Two Sons for free play.

#Steam
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This free Steam tycoon prologue isn’t quite Dungeon Keeper, but I’m not complaining
Sins of a Solar Empire 2 comes to Steam this month, after almost two years of Epic exclusivity
Assassin’s Creed Unity has taken off on Steam since the Olympics began
The best survival games on PC 2024
Counter-Strike creator regrets not balancing the AWP
Hose down a cruise ship in PowerWash Simulator's latest free DLC
Shin-chan: Shiro and the Coal Town Will Appear in October
Steam demos are changing, as Valve tackles flood of free games
(Updated) Earth Defense Force 6 Review Bombed for Using Epic Accounts
Valve Overhauls Steam Demos with Separate Store Pages and More
Momentum-based racing game Phantom Spark launches in August
Japanese text adventure Moonless Moon launches in August
Occult boomer shooter Hands of Necromancy II launches in September
Chrysolite Now Available on Xbox Series

#Sony
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Bungie CEO Pete Parsons has seemingly spent over $2 Million on classic cars and motorbikes since Sony bought the studio back in 2022
The Next Destiny Game, Codenamed Payback, Has Reportedly Been Cancelled
Former Bungie Worker Claims Studio Faced Insolvency Without Sony Acquisition - Report
Bungie leadership reportedly 'overstated studio's financial prospects' to Sony, leading to need for layoffs
Bungie CEO criticised for spending millions on classic cars, as calls for leadership changes escalate
Sony Boss Hermen Hulst Allegedly Taking Control of Bungie as Ex-Employees Call for Current CEO to Leave
This Could Be Your First Look at the PS5 Game from Sony's Newly Established PS Studio
Another Wave of Concord PS5, PC Character Trailers Has Arrived
PlayStation Studio’s Sci-Fi Game Possibly Revealed and Fans Aren’t Happy
PlayStation’s New Mystery Studio May Have Been Uncovered by Fans
Bungie Lays Off 220 Employees Despite The Final Shape's Success
Xbox Handheld? The Right Treasure to Pursue
Editorial: Even If He Didn't Spend Millions On Cars During Layoffs, Pete Parsons Needs To Step Down As Bungie CEO
220 Laid Off From Bungie In Latest Round

#Switch
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Civilization VII's First Gameplay Trailer Will Premiere At Gamescom Opening Night Live
Ace Attorney Investigations Collection Preview - An Overdue Retrial
Human: Fall Flat gains free Underwater, Port, and Copper levels on Switch
A Tiny Sticker Tale to receive physical release on Switch
Thank Goodness You’re Here launch trailer
The Jackbox Naughty Pack announced for Switch
Minami Lane out on Switch this month
Coral Island Switch Port May Never Come Thanks to Humble Games Chaos
ARK: Genesis Part 2 circulates onto the Nintendo Switch
FAITH: The Unholy Trinity coming to Switch alongside physical release
Wildermyth coming to consoles in October
New Neo Geo project Shadow Gangs Zero on Kickstarter now
Hunt Your Way Through the Galaxy in the Revamped Star Wars: Bounty Hunter
Japanese Charts: Baseball Takes The Crown In Another Switch-Filled Bonanza
Even More Aero The Acro-Bat Games Are Heading To Switch This Year
Mining Sandbox Adventure 'Core Keeper' Gets Delayed On Switch
Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster Switch Series On Sale For A "Limited Time"
Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition Player Uses Glitch To Top Donkey Kong Leaderboard
Arcade racer Phantom Spark gets new trailer and release date for Nintendo Switch

#August
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Amazon Giving Away 20 Free Games This Month, Including Deus Ex And Tomb Raider
The PS Plus August Lineup Includes One Of The Most Slept-On 2D Soulslikes
From Star Wars Outlaws To Visions Of Mana: 18 Cool Games To Check Out In August
Dragon Age: The Veilguard Release Date Not Before October 2024, Announcement Soon
August Adventures Await: 18 New Games Coming to GeForce NOW
Civilization 7 is getting a 20-minute gameplay showcase later this month
Popular Survival Sim Green Hell Makes Contact with PS5 Port
I Bought the World of Warcraft Mount that Outsold StarCraft 2: Wings of Liberty
Japanese metroidvania game Blade Chimera gets delayed again
Niche Games Release Recap for August 2024
Dragon Age: The Veilguard Will Likely Launch in October – Rumour
Nintendo's 'Mega Multiplayer Festival' Offers Extra Two Months On Select NSO Memberships (Europe)
Nintendo announces Mega Multiplayer Festival for August
Dark and Darker Mobile Is Out In Beta Now

#RPG
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What Is The Best Way To Play Secret Of Mana?
Alien: The Role-Playing Game Second Edition hits Kickstarter
Obsidian's first person RPG Avowed is reportedly getting delayed into next year despite being 'in good shape' for its original November release
Upcoming Obsidian RPG Avowed may be delayed, according to reports
The best hacking games on PC 2024
Towerborne release date estimate, trailers, gameplay, and latest news
Best turn based RPGs on PC 2024
Review: Tomba! Special Edition (PS5) - PS1 Oddity Remains a Fun, Fresh, and Unique Platformer
Lost Soul Aside Showcases Stylish Combat in New Gameplay
Metaphor: ReFantazio recaps its story in new animated trailer
Wild West tactical RPG Arco launches in August
Obsidian's Upcoming RPG Avowed Reportedly Delayed Till 2025
X-Samkok Gift Codes List and How to Redeem

#Bungie
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Spectre Divide is a new tactical shooter from ex-Respawn, Bungie and Riot devs with a unique multiplicity twist
Naughty Dog Allegedly Found Bungie's Feedback on Binned The Last of Us 2 Multiplayer Extremely Helpful
Bungie Lays Off Over 200 Staff as Part of "New Path"
Destiny 2 Frontiers DLC May be a Smaller Content Pack
Destiny 3 Reportedly Canceled Following Bungie Layoffs
PlayStation’s Acquisition of Bungie Being Scrutinized Amid Layoffs

#Xbox
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Big Xbox Exclusive Could Be Delayed To 2025 - Report
Xbox's Gamescom Presence Will Be Large, With Over 50 Games Being Shown Off
Xbox Announces 3 Days of Live Broadcasts for Gamescom 2024
Best Xbox Deals Today (August 2024)
Xbox @ gamescom 2024
Xbox Has 500m Monthly Users Even as Console Sales Stall
Avowed Will be Delayed to Early 2025 – Rumour
Find Inner Peace in TENSEI: A Soothing, Low-Gravity Experience on console
Beyond Flight: Immerse Yourself in Airport Operations with AirportSim on Xbox
Choose Your Adventure: Beastie Bay DX or Forest Camp Story?
Xbox Shared Gamescom 2024 Plans with 50+ Games, Theater Presentations, and More
Xbox Console Sales Are Declining: The Sales Have Dropped Again
Xbox Outlines Gamescom 2024 Plans, Over 50 Titles Playable

#NintendoSwitch
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Video Game Release Dates: The Biggest Games of August 2024 and Beyond
Metal Kingdom Hearts Keyblade Keychains Returning
NBA 2K25 Gameplay Deep Dive Showcases ProPLAY Animations, All-New Dribble Engine, and More
Nintendo Download: 1st August (North America)
Guide: Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories For August And September 2024

#First
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First major update for 4X Songs of Silence makes everything better
Ghost of Tsushima Now Considered a Major Influence for Big Open World Games
Civilization VII Gameplay Showcase and more announced
Solarpunk’s July progress report showcases additions to its building system
Deathbound – The First Ever Party-Based Soulslike

#SpectreDivide
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Spectre Divide Is Counter-Strike Meets Freaky Friday
Spectre Divide Hands-On Preview: Breaking FPS Boundaries
New tac shooter Spectre Divide offers up a rare dose of FPS innovation
Competitive Tactical FPS Spectre Divide Announced

#NintendoDownload
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Nintendo Download – August 1, 2024 (Europe)
US: Nintendo Download for 1st August, 2024

#AI
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Here's What The Video Game Actors Strike Might Mean For Fortnite And Other Games
Actors Union Calls Out Video Game Companies Over Lack Of AI Protections
Activision revive Warzone's Caldera map as open source (yay!) but say it's to help train AI (booo)
EA Sports College Football 25's Level of Detail Only Possible Through the 'Power of AI', Says EA
Shogakukan to Release AI Translated Light Novel Reading App
Actors' union 'not happy' about GTA 6 strike exemption

#August1
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Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6 Teases The Return Of Zombies
July's Best Indie Games And Marvel Rivals | GI Show
Monthly Video Game Releases: August 1st to 30th

#Nintendo
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PokĂ©mon Go ‘Shared Skies Part 3’ Timed Research tasks and rewards
PokĂ©mon Go raid schedule for August 2024’s Legendary and Mega PokĂ©mon
Nintendo offering extra two months on Switch Online membership renewals
How is Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition? | Pure Nintendo Podcast E71
Mini Review: MARS 2120 (Switch) - A Mediocre Ode To Metroid Dread
Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom Soundtrack Now Available, But Only In Japan
Anniversary: The Game Boy Is Now 35 Years Old (North America)

#Japanese
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Kitsune Tails is a wonderfully queer Super Mario 3-inspired platformer that's out today
25th Anniversary “Butter-Fly” Video Relives Digimon Adventure
Nijisanji Vtuber Derem Kado Goes on Indefinite Hiatus
Berserk Griffith Nendoroid Will Appear Worldwide in 2025
Elin, the Followup to Legendary JRPG Elona, Gets Early Access Release Date
Final Fantasy XIV brings the Moonfire Faire around once more on August 8
FFXIV Moonfire Faire returns! New emotes and furniture
Fox-girl platformer Kitsune Tails is a true quality retro-inspired good time - out now
Japan: Latest Famitsu review scores

#Games
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No Man’s Sky Records Huge Rise In PS5 Players Following Worlds Part 1
Dim the lights – the Jackbox Naughty Pack is adding dirty fun! [Update] Games now detailed!

#August2024
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Civilization 7 Gameplay Reveal Set for Gamescom 2024 Showcase
PlayStation Plus lineup for August 2024 announced
XP.GG Gaming Platform Launches with Universal Battle Pass
Top 5 Games We’re Excited for in August 2024

#FalloutLondon
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Edward Storage is cool, but Fallout: London has one bit of satire that arguably feels a bit out of place, and a new mod does away with it
I’d love to explore more of Fallout London’s brilliant world, but it keeps crashing every few minutes
Fallout: London mod switches football references to soccer, but fans kick off

#PS5
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Poll: Are You Playing Tomba! Special Edition?
Guide: Best Simulation Games on PS5
NBA 2K25 Takes Real-Life Basketball Footage and Makes It PS5 Gameplay
Until Dawn PS5, PC Remake Is Still on Its Way as Age Rating Surfaces
Street Fighter 6 Baki the Grappler Doppo Items, Emotes Shown
FFVII Remake August 2024 Calendar Pairs Up Aerith and Barret
Stellar Blade Dev Says Photo Mode ‘Will Have To Wait A Little Longer’
Until Dawn Remaster Receives ESRB Rating Ahead of Fall Release

#PlayStation5
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Asus’ new gaming tablet is reportedly more powerful than PlayStation 5
AMD’s gaming GPU sales are officially plummeting
Ubisoft Reveals Star Wars Outlaws PC Requirements – All Minimum to Ultra Settings
Venture Deep into the Rocky Mountains with Hunt: Showdown 1896