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A Call of Duty Update on X announces that the Microsoft Store edition of Call of Duty: WWII is currently offline while Activision “investigates reports of an issue.” There’s an update from X’s Grok AI saying: “The PC Microsoft Store version of Call of Duty: WWII is offline due to Remote Code Execution (RCE) exploits, allowing hackers to remotely control players’ PCs and install malware. Activision’s official statement cites “an issue” under investigation, but community reports and news outlets confirm the security vulnerability. Avoid playing until patched.” IGN has more details on the situation via Cloudflare:

This isn’t about PC players cheating in-game via wall hacks and aim bots. Rather this is about unsuspecting Game Pass players losing control of their PCs through a security exploit.

According to Cloudflare, a remote code execution (RCE) attack is where an attacker runs malicious code on an organization’s computers or network: “The ability to execute attacker-controlled code can be used for various purposes, including deploying additional malware or stealing sensitive data.”

Rebellion, one of the world’s most successful independent video game developers and publishers, has today launched the Mud and Thunder Pack for Sniper Elite: Resistance, the latest entry in the smash hit Sniper Elite franchise. The Mud and Thunder Mission, Weapons and Skin Pack extends the game’s story by adding a new mission, as well as additional weapons and a weapon skin.

All Sniper Elite: Resistance players can also download the additional Wrath of the Resistance Weapon & Skins Pack for free from today.

A new trailer showcasing the new content is available HERE.

Mud and Thunder Mission, Weapons and Skin Pack $15.99/€15.79/£13.49

A new mission awaits you in this Mud and Thunder pack. A Resistance contact has gone missing following reports that Axis forces have invaded the region. It is now down to you to locate and save the contact to uncover their valuable intel.

Also included in this pack are the MAS 36, a reliable bolt action rifle which was designed to replace the French Berthier and Lebel rifles, and the Auto-5 shotgun, which was the first mass-produced semi-automatic shotgun on the market. The Auto-5’s mechanism provides a faster rate of fire compared to manually operated shotguns.

Finally, you will also receive the Golden Hex Weapon Skin, which will give your firearms an opulent golden finish.

The Mud and Thunder Pack includes:

The Wrath of the Resistance Weapon and Skins Pack (Free)

The Wrath of the Resistance Weapon and Skins Pack is free to all players. It includes the fully automatic Mod.712 pistol which has an incredible rate of fire, but also makes it hard to control. Also included are the Marie Chevalier character skin and the Lady of Liberty Skin for Marie. A respected and accomplished member of the Resistance, Marie is tactically skilled in the art of stealth and willing to do whatever it takes to liberate her country from tyranny.

Finally, players will also receive the Brushstroke Camo Skin for their weapons. One of the earliest camouflage designs formulated by the British Ministry of Defence as an effective camouflage for British Army Paratroopers, the design is created with wide swathes of colour applied with a large brush.

The pack includes:

The latest Sniper Elite: Resistance update will also add three additional maps to the multiplayer roster: Siege (Survival), Trident Beachhead (No Cross) and Alpine (Survival).

The Windows edition is available on the Epic Games Store and Steam. For the latest news and updates, please visit sniper.com.

Call of Duty®: Black Ops 7 has been confirmed.

In Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Treyarch and Raven Software are bringing players the most mind-bending Black Ops ever. Developed as the next evolution of Black Ops, this is the first-ever consecutive release within the series, set more than 40 years after the events of Black Ops 6. The year is 2035 and the world is on the brink of chaos, ravaged by violent conflict and psychological warfare following the events of Black Ops 2 and Black Ops 6. Wielding cutting-edge technology, David Mason and his team must fight back against a manipulative enemy who weaponizes fear above all else.

Prepare to squad up with friends or play solo in a thrilling and innovative Co-op Campaign, harness near-future weaponry in a signature Multiplayer experience packed with brand-new maps and descend into the next twisted chapter of Round-Based Zombies in the heart of the Dark Aether.

Watch the Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Official Teaser Trailer HERE.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is scheduled for release on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation® 5, PlayStation® 4, and on PC via Xbox PC, Battle.net and Steam. Also, play on day one on Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass.

For more information, please visit www.callofduty.com.

New Striking Range Mission Plus Commando Weapon and Skin Pack adds new free content for all players

Rebellion, one of the world’s most successful independent video game developers and publishers, has today launched additional content for Sniper Elite: Resistance, the latest entry in the smash hit Sniper Elite franchise. The Striking Range Mission, Weapons and Skins pack adds new story content for the main campaign, as well as two new weapons, two character skins and a weapon skin. You can purchase the Striking Range Mission Plus Commando Weapon and Skin Pack on Steam for $15.99.

Prevent a devastating V1 rocket barrage from decimating the Allied invasion fleet ahead of D-Day while also attempting a covert rescue of the captured Resistance operative, Carillon. Extract the asset and employ whatever means necessary to sabotage the launch site and put it beyond use, permanently.

To assist you on your mission, the SVT-40 and Mars Automatic Pistol have been added to your armory. Also known as the Tokarev self-loading rifle, the SVT-40 is a Soviet semi-automatic battle rifle that features a refined, light design with a folding magazine release. Whereas the Mars Automatic Pistol was billed as the most powerful handgun in the world at the time.

The Striking Range Mission, Weapons & Skins Pack includes:

Watch the Sniper Elite: Resistance – Striking Range Mission, Weapons and Skins Pack DLC Trailer HERE.

Commando Weapon and Skin Pack (Free)

The Commando Weapon and Skin Pack adds the deadly D.L. Carbine Rifle and the Covert Rifle Wrap to your arsenal. The D.L. Carbine is a suppressed rifle that is extremely quiet, making it a staple weapon among Allied Commandos. The D.L. Carbine also pairs perfectly with the Covert Rifle Wrap, which enhances the stealth capabilities of elite operatives on even the most dangerous of covert missions.

The Commando Weapon & Skin Pack includes:

Focus Entertainment and New World Interactive are thrilled to announce the launch of a new major content update for Insurgency: Sandstorm with Update 1.18, Operation: Overrun.

Available on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam, Microsoft Store, and Epic Games Store, this Operation brings a new Forest map to the game, as well as new weapons, the “First Blood” limited-time game mode, and additional patches. Newly added premium cosmetic DLC sets are also available in the Ultimate Edition, the Year 3 Pass, or for individual purchase.

Watch the launch trailer now to discover the latest content in Insurgency: Sandstorm.

FREE CONTENT INCLUDED IN OPERATION: OVERRUN

The new Forest Map is now available to all players in Insurgency: Sandstorm! Engage in firefights on an overgrown military base, equipped with a deserted airport, research station, and decaying equipment. Whether you’re fighting by day or night, use nature to your advantage to get the upper hand on your enemies!

With Operation: Overrun, two new light machine guns are coming to the game: the state-of-the-art M250 for Security and the multipurpose H21 for Insurgents.

To coincide with the release of these new weapons, First Blood has been added to the pool of limited-time game modes. Unleash hell and dodge hails of bullets in frenetic matches where only light machine guns are allowed as primary weapons.

PREMIUM CONTENT INCLUDED IN OPERATION: OVERRUN

Visit the official Insurgency: Sandstorm website for more game information, or check out the games Steam page.

Check out the latest Sniper Elite: Resistance trailer to see gameplay from the Vercors Vendetta DLC. The Vercors Vendetta mission and weapons pack features the Vercors Vendetta campaign mission, M1941 rifle, and the Armaguerra OG-44 submachine gun. Sniper Elite: Resistance is available now on PS5 (PlayStation 5), PS4 (PlayStation 4), Game Pass, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store.

Watch the trailer HERE.

Despite destroying the primary Nazi stockpile of the deadly nerve agent Kleine Blume, one final cache survived! This stash has now been loaded into artillery shells ready for an imminent launch against multiple targets throughout France. With millions of civilian lives at stake, Harry Hawker launches a daring attempt to neutralise the remaining Wunderwaffe before they can be deployed.

For the latest news and updates, please visit sniper.com.

Unleash New Firepower and Destruction

Bohemia Interactive is excited to announce the release of Arma Reforger 1.3: Fire Support update. This latest update offers an arsenal of new vehicles, weapons, and gameplay enhancements that significantly reshape the combat experience. With devastating mortar barrages, gunship helicopters, and destructible buildings and trees, no position is truly safe and players must adapt to survive!

You can find the trailer for the update HERE.

New Combat Vehicles & Helicopter Gunships

Two formidable infantry fighting vehicles have arrived on the battlefield. The LAV-25, equipped with a 25mm M242 autocannon and 7.62mm M240 coaxial machine gun, grants US forces a powerful new frontline asset with a 7x optical sight for long-range engagements. Furthermore, the BRDM-2, a lighter reconnaissance vehicle, strengthens Soviet and FIA forces with its 14.5mm KPVT machine gun and 7.62mm PKT.

The UH-1H and Mi-8MT helicopters are no longer just transports, as they now feature gunship variants with detachable rocket pods and advanced collimator sights for precision targeting. With multiple ammunition options and enhanced firepower, pilots can dominate the battlefield from above.

Mortars & Destruction Mechanics

Arma Reforger introduces realistic and immersive mortar systems that allow players to suppress enemy advances, disrupt supply lines, and rain destruction from kilometers away. The Soviet 2B14 82mm mortar and US M252 81mm mortar require coordination with spotters for maximum impact.

A truly dynamic battlefield is now a reality, as buildings collapse and trees fall. Mortar strikes, helicopter rocket barrages, and vehicle combat reshape the environment!

New Singleplayer Scenario: Elimination

A brand new singleplayer mission places players in the boots of a US Special Forces operative tasked with eliminating a high-ranking Soviet officer in Régina. Whether sniping from a distance, setting an explosive ambush, or infiltrating up close with a suppressed weapon, the mission offers multiple approaches to success.

Additional Enhancements & Overhauled Game Systems

Arma Reforger 1.3: Fire Support update brings a unique level of battlefield intensity and realism. Bohemia Interactive invites players to test their tactical skills, master new arsenals, and experience the chaos of full-scale warfare. The battlefield is evolving!

You can learn more about Arma Reforger and purchase the game on Steam.

Rebellion, one of the world’s most successful independent video game developers and publishers, has today launched new content for Sniper Elite: Resistance, the latest entry in the smash hit Sniper Elite franchise. The new Vercors Vendetta Mission and Weapons Pack offers a brand new mission that continues the Sniper Elite: Resistance story, along with new weapons for your arsenal.

Rebellion has also launched an additional free content pack for all Sniper Elite: Resistance players, Fairburne’s Armoury Weapons and Skins Pack and two free new multiplayer maps.

A trailer showcasing the new DLC content is available HERE.

Vercors Vendetta Mission and Weapons Pack (Steam: $11.99, £9.99, €15.99, Consoles: $15.99, £13.99, €15.99).

Despite destroying the primary Nazi stockpile of the deadly nerve agent Kleine Blume, one final cache survived! This stash has now been loaded into artillery shells ready for an imminent launch against multiple targets throughout France. With millions of civilian lives at stake, Harry Hawker launches a daring attempt to neutralise the remaining Wunderwaffe before they can be deployed.

To help you complete your mission, the M1941 Rifle and Armaguerra OG-44 will be added to your arsenal. Used by the U.S Marine Corps, the M1941 is a powerful rifle with a 10-round high-capacity rotary magazine, requiring fewer reloads. Whereas the Italian Armaguerra OG-44 is a submachine gun that has a recoil mechanism housed above the barrel, resulting in extremely low vertical recoil.

The Vercors Vendetta Mission and Weapons Pack contains:

Fairburne’s Armoury Weapons and Skins Pack (Free)

The Fairburne’s Armoury Weapons and Skins Pack is free to all players and contains two character skins, along with the M.1903 Rifle and the M1A1 Gov. submachine gun. The M.1903 Rifle was the sniper rifle of choice for troops during the Allied Invasion of Europe. Sporting incredible range and muzzle velocity, this is a deadly addition to any sniper’s arsenal. The iconic M1A1 Gov. submachine gun delivers lethal .45ACP rounds. But you will need to get up close and personal as the SMG’s lethality is balanced by its heavy weight and limited iron sight visibility.

The Fairburne’s Armoury Weapons and Skins Pack contains:

The latest Sniper Elite: Resistance update will also include two additions to the multiplayer map roster. The Sniper Elite: Resistance exclusive St. Raymonds adversarial map, and the Sniper Elite 5 fan favourite Flooded Village No Cross map.

For the latest news and updates, please visit sniper.com.

Rebellion, one of the world’s most successful independent video game developers and publishers, has today launched Sniper Elite: Resistance, the latest instalment in the genre defining franchise. Sniper Elite: Resistance is available to play now on Game Pass, and available for purchase, both digitally and physically (with the boxed edition published by Fireshine Games) on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5 Pro, PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, Windows PC and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store.

A new launch trailer for Sniper Elite: Resistance has just been launched and is available to watch HERE.

As well as the Standard Edition, Sniper Elite: Resistance is also available in a Deluxe Edition, which will include additional Season Pass content. The game has been enhanced for the PlayStation Pro 5, offering players the chance to experience the game in full 4K resolution.

In Sniper Elite: Resistance, Harry Hawker, agent of the Special Operations Executive (SOE), takes the lead role for the first time in the series as he discovers an insidious new Wunderwaffe – something so powerful, it guarantees the Nazis would win the war. This new standalone story runs in parallel to the events of Sniper Elite 5 and turns the attention towards the hidden war, far from the front lines, deep within the heart of occupied France.

As has become a series staple, Sniper Elite: Resistance offers unparalleled sniping mechanics, stealth and tactical third-person combat. These gameplay elements come together to offer huge agency on how you approach your mission with optional Kill List targets, multiple infiltration and extractions points, and side missions. Sniper Elite: Resistance also introduces Propaganda Missions, a brand-new style of challenge to the series. Locate a unique Resistance poster in each of the main campaign’s levels to unlock a Propaganda Mission where you become a Resistance Fighter.

Game features:

For the latest news and updates, please visit sniper.com.

Create the next generation of Arma mods on the Enfusion engine

In 2014, Bohemia Interactive hosted a modding competition called Make Arma Not War, which gave rise to what would become some of the most legendary mods in Arma 3′s history. Today, Bohemia Interactive is proudly announcing the next installment in their latest title, Arma Reforger.

Watch the trailer HERE.

This competition seeks to celebrate and give back to the modding community that does so much for the Arma Platform, while kickstarting the next generation of mods on the all-new Enfusion engine. With over $100,000 in cash and other prizes, the competition invites creators to develop incredible mods for Arma Reforger in multiple categories. In addition, winning entries will receive promotion through company channels to showcase their creativity and abilities to our global community.

To support participants, Bohemia Interactive is hosting Modding Boot Camps, a series of topic-focused workshops designed to help both new and veteran modders. Presented by the developers themselves, these workshops cover both fundamental and advanced techniques for working with the Enfusion engine, and will be accompanied with documentation and developer Q&As.

Additionally, in collaboration with the nonprofit organization Stack Up and leading researchers, Bohemia Interactive is using this competition as a platform to raise awareness about the positive effects of video games on mental health, for both veterans suffering from physical and emotional trauma and the wider global gaming community. As part of this initiative, a special cash prize will be awarded to a mod that fosters positive communication and helps reduce in-game toxicity.

With Make Arma Not War 2025, Bohemia Interactive recognizes the long-time support of the modding community as part of the Arma series’ success. This competition not only highlights the creativity within the community but is a commitment to provide tools, resources, and a platform for innovation that modders can continue shaping the future of Bohemia Interactive’s games for years to come.

For complete details about the competition, including rules, submission guidelines, and categories, visit the official website at www.makearmanotwar.com.

You can learn more about Arma Reforger and purchase the game on Steam.