On May 28, 2026, the gaming industry again delights players with high-profile announcements, leaks and updates. Activision presented the long-awaited Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, CD Projekt revealed the first details of the DLC for The Witcher 3, and Frontier Developments officially announced Planet Zoo 2. We collected the main gaming news of the day in one material.
Activision has finally presentedCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 4is a new part of the cult shooter series.
The developers promise:
an updated graphics engine;
improved weapon physics;
reworked ballistics;
more tactical multiplayer;
expanded Warzone mode;
cinematic story campaign.
According to the studio, Modern Warfare 4 will be the largest part of the sub-series.
🔥 The first trailer for the game received more than 10 million views in just the first 24 hours after publication.
Fans are already actively discussing the return of familiar characters and the possible development of the story after the events of the previous part.
⚔️ The “Ballads of the Past” DLC for The Witcher 3 is being compared to “Blood and Wine”
CD Projekt has revealed the first details of the “Ballads of the Past” DLC for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.
According to preliminary information:
DLC will add a new region;
more than 30 hours of content will await players;
new monsters will appear;
the crafting system will be expanded;
unique sets of armor and weapons will be available.
Many insiders are already comparing the scale of the add-on with the legendary DLC "Blood and Wine".
🟢 The developers are relying on the dark legends of the Continent and deep plot elections.
The release is expected in the first quarter of 2027.
🦒 Planet Zoo 2 received the first announcement
Frontier Developments has officially announced Planet Zoo 2 - a continuation of one of the most popular zoo simulators of recent years.
The sequel will offer:
improved graphics;
realistic animation of animals;
extended construction tools;
new biomes;
rare species conservation system;
more complex economics of the parks.
Particular attention is paid to environmental issues and the protection of endangered animals.
🔵 The new game will feature a special mode for the rehabilitation of animals and international species conservation programs.
🚗 Forza Horizon 6 shows impressive statistics
The developers have shared the latest data onForza Horizon 6.
Players have already:
created nearly 7 million unique garages;
drove over 20 billion miles;
downloaded millions of custom vinyls and customizations.
This confirms that the series continues to hold a huge audience and remains one of the most popular racing franchises.
🧩 Other important gaming news
Rayman Legends ReMake leaked online
The first details of Rayman Legends ReMake: Retold have appeared on the Internet.
According to leaks:
the release will take place on October 1, 2026;
the game will receive completely updated graphics;
animations and lighting will be redesigned;
a new cooperative mode will be added.
Steam has updated the design of the workshop
Valve has presented an updated interface for the Steam Workshop.
Now it is easier for users to:
search for modifications;
install builds;
sort popular content;
manage subscriptions to mods.
The update is already available to all users of the platform.
Tides of Annihilation promises beautiful graphics and optimization
The developers of the action RPG Tides of Annihilation spoke about the technical side project.
The studio promises:
stable performance;
large-scale locations;
ray tracing;
minimal downloads;
high detail of the world.
The game is created in a gloomy Arthurian setting.
Steam Deck OLED continues to rise in price
Valve previously officially increased prices for Steam Deck OLED:
the junior version has risen in price by about $240;
the top configuration has increased by almost $300.
The reason was the increase in the cost of components and changes in logistics.
007 First Light launched with excellent reviews
New spy action 007 First Lightreceived very positive reviews on Steam.
Players especially praise:
the atmosphere of the Bond films;
stealth missions;
cinematic plot;
variability of passage.
Dragon Quest XII is back in active development
Square Enix has officially confirmed the restart of production of Dragon Quest XII after a long pause.
Rumored:
the project will be open world;
an updated combat system;
a more mature plot.
Former Forza Horizon authors are working on a new race
Forza Horizon series ex-developers tease a new arcade race with:
photorealistic graphics;
open world;
dynamic weather;
emphasis on speed and entertainment.
A full announcement is expected later this year.
Papaya Plaza has entered early access
The tourist town simulator Papaya Plaza has appeared in Early Access.
Players will:
build a resort;
attract tourists;
develop infrastructure;
take care of mascot cats.
The project is already being called one of the coziest indie games of spring 2026.
❓ Frequently asked questions questions
When will Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 be released?
The exact date has not yet been announced, but the release is expected at the end of 2026.
DLC “Ballads of the Past” will be free?
There is no official information about the distribution model. Details will appear closer to the release.
Do I need to buy the first Planet Zoo for the sequel?
No, Planet Zoo 2 is a standalone game.
📌 Results of the day
May 28, 2026 turned out to be extremely busy for the gaming industry. Major publishers continue to rely on continuations of cult series, and developers are increasingly introducing large-scale updates, improved graphics and deep game mechanics.
Main topics of the day:
return of major franchises;
development of RPGs and simulators;
growth of service games;
increasing attention to the technical quality of projects.
2026 confidently continues to be one of the most interesting periods for gamers over the last decade.
