Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (29th August)
Following Gamescom 2026, gaming journalists and outlets are sharing their weekend gaming plans. The event brought major announcements, including The Witcher III: Wild Hunt - Remastered coming to Nintendo Switch 2, with a free upgrade available for current Switch owners of the original game.
Across gaming platforms, there’s plenty to keep players busy. On Xbox, the Modern Warfare 4 Beta enters its final weekend, while multiple games are available through Free Play Days and significant Gamescom discounts. PlayStation showcased GTA 6 gameplay footage at the event, and journalists are diving into titles like Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart.
The gaming press is taking the opportunity to unwind from a busy week of announcements and reveals by enjoying a mix of titles spanning current-generation platforms. The focus reflects the post-Gamescom gaming calendar, with remasters, ongoing multiplayer betas, and established franchises dominating weekend gaming recommendations.