Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 982, Pandulf II, Lombard prince passed away. In 1249, Coronation of Alexander III as King of Scots. In 1878, Treaty of Berlin: The European powers redraw the map of the Balkans. Serbia, Montenegro and Romania become completely independent of the Ottoman Empire. In 1951, Vuoristorata, one of the oldest still-operating wooden roller coasters in Europe, is opened at the Linnanmäki amusement park in Helsinki, Finland. In 1956, The Dartmouth workshop is the first conference on artificial intelligence. In 1961, Tim Watson, Australian footballer, coach, and journalist was born. In 1977, New York City: Amidst a period of financial and social turmoil experiences an electrical blackout lasting nearly 24 hours that leads to widespread fires and looting. In 1978, Ryan Ludwick, American baseball player was born. In 1997, Josh Hines-Allen, American football player was born. In 2016, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom David Cameron resigns, and is succeeded by Theresa May. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Games Inbox: Is Nintendo Switch 2 and PC the perfect combination?

Metro

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July 6, 2026

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The Monday letters page is still coming to terms with PlayStation’s all-digital announcement, as a reader reveals the only video game to be released on vinyl.

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IGN

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· Jul 4, 2026

The Best Deals Today: Cyberpunk 2077, Criterion Collection Sale, Nintendo Switch 2 Camera, and More

The Best Deals Today: Cyberpunk 2077, Criterion Collection Sale, Nintendo Switch 2 Camera, and More

Polygon

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· Jun 25, 2026

Two of the best RPGs in recent memory are now on Switch 2

Citizen Sleeper is Disco Elysium meets Mass Effect

ComicBook.com

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· Jul 3, 2026

Nintendo Switch Online Members Have New Limited-Time Freebies to Claim

Image courtesy of Nintendo Nintendo Switch Online memberships come with quite a few perks. There’s a library of retro games, GameChat on Switch 2, and more. But NSO members also get access to plenty of fun digital and physical freebies based on iconic Nintendo games. When a new game arrives, Nintendo likes to celebrate in style by releasing a []

Gamesradar

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· Jun 24, 2026

Star Fox review: "Soars on the Nintendo Switch 2"

Star Fox review: "Soars on the Nintendo Switch 2"

Metro

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· Jun 27, 2026

Nintendo Switch Online is what Game Pass wanted to be – Reader’s Feature

As Xbox struggles with an uncertain future, a reader argues that Nintendo Switch Online is a far more successful subscription service than Game Pass.

QuintDaily

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· Jun 30, 2026

Slot Volatility vs. RTP: What’s the Difference?

Ever wonder why playing two rtp slot games with the same 96 return can give you totally different experiences? One game leaves you broke in 5-10 minutes, while the other could keep you spinning all day. This is because, while games with 96 or greater are all high RTP slots, there is another factor to [] The post Slot Volatility vs. RTP: What’s the Difference? appeared first on QuintDaily.

TheGamer

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· Jul 9, 2026

Should You Buy A Steam Deck Instead Of A Switch 2?

Compare the Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch 2, including their games, hardware, features, and overall value.

DualShockers

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· Jun 30, 2026

10 Best Co-Op Games of the 2020s (So Far)

From indie hits to award-winning tabletop-style RPG campaigns, here's the ranking of the top co-op gaming experiences available today.

Wired

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· Jul 8, 2026

We-Vibe Discount Codes and Deals: Up to 60% Off

Save on We-Vibe, including app-controlled bestsellers and popular gift sets designed for couples, connection, and shared pleasure.

Gizmodo

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· Jun 24, 2026

Netflix Believes the Future of Cloud Gaming Looks Like the… Nintendo Wii?

Netflix's new game, 'Unhinged,' thinks your phone is the next generation of the Wii Remote.

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· Jul 8, 2026

Crimson Desert on Switch 2 "is not just a simple port," Pearl Abyss CEO says, but devs want the open-world game on "as many platforms as possible"

Crimson Desert on Switch 2 "is not just a simple port," Pearl Abyss CEO says, but devs want the open-world game on "as many platforms as possible"

Salon

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· Jun 21, 2026

“Toy Story 5” can’t conquer tech

The Disney-Pixar sequel contends with the iPad kid, but refuses to disparage devices in a critical moment

MobileSyrup

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· Jun 26, 2026

Star Fox on Nintendo Switch 2 is honestly kind of refreshing

Of the various remasters and remakes that Nintendo has done in the past several years, Star Fox on the Nintendo Switch 2 is arguably the least needed. After all, it’s a remake of Star Fox 64, which was itself based on the original Star Fox SNES game that has also been remade on 3DS and reimagined for the Wii []

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· Jun 26, 2026

5 of last year's best Nintendo Switch 2 games are on sale now, but you'll have to grab them today

5 of last year's best Nintendo Switch 2 games are on sale now, but you'll have to grab them today

Mashable

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· Jun 26, 2026

The best Nintendo Switch deals on Prime Day: Last day discounts on the Switch 2 and eShop credit

Shop the best Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals at Amazon, as vetted by our deals experts.

NVIDIA Blog

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· Apr 23, 2026

Tag, You’re It: GeForce NOW Levels Up Game Discovery With Xbox Game Pass and Ubisoft+ Labels

GeForce NOW is doubling down on what matters most: gamers. This week’s upgrades bring smarter libraries, making it easier than ever for gamers to turn a PC collection into a cloud-powered flex. It starts with giving existing libraries time to shine. Gamers can bring the games they love to the cloud, stream them with high []

Quartz

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· Jul 1, 2026

PlayStation will stop making physical game discs for new titles in January 2028

Sony's gaming unit said the shift reflects consumer preference for digital media, making it the first major console maker to abandon physical game discs

ZDNet

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· Jun 22, 2026

Best Buy gaming deals might be better than Amazon's early Prime Day sale

Skip Amazon's weak sales. Best Buy's rival Prime Day 2026 gaming deals are live now with massive savings on Alienware, Nintendo Switch, and Lenovo tech.

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· Jun 29, 2026

How to watch the Splatoon Raiders Nintendo Direct and Treehouse: Live to see more of the next big Switch 2 game

How to watch the Splatoon Raiders Nintendo Direct and Treehouse: Live to see more of the next big Switch 2 game

Kotaku

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· Jul 3, 2026

Man, I Miss Big Bargain Bins Of Used Video Games

Is that a used copy of Nintendogs?!

SVG

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· Jul 6, 2026

5 Essential Xbox Series X/S Features That You Have To Enable Yourself

Rather than stick with the default settings, it's worth taking the time to adjust these Xbox Series X|S features for the best gaming experience possible.

The News Letter

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· Jul 11, 2026

Aosu T2 Pro Dual-vision 3K review: Smart dual-camera security with no subscription

A dual-camera design, AI-powered tracking and subscription-free local storage make the Aosu T2 Pro an intriguing home security option, but the full review reveals whether it truly lives up to the promise.

The Japan Times

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· Jul 2, 2026

Sony to end video game disc production in January 2028

The gaming giant says the move toward digital-only games aligns the company with consumer trends toward online marketplaces.

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