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David Ware

Managing Editor
David Ware is the Founder and Managing Editor of iGame Magazine. Since 2024 he has built igamemag.com into a trusted online destination for gamers and tech enthusiasts, covering the latest gaming news, in-depth game reviews, hardware and tech breakdowns, and practical guides. David leads the direction of everything published on the site, with a focus on honest, unbiased content that helps readers make informed decisions whether that's their next game purchase or their next piece of kit.

Hell Let Loose Vietnam Release Date Confirmed for June 2026

By David Ware / 29 May 2026 /

The Hell Let Loose Vietnam release date has officially been confirmed, and tactical shooter fans do not have long to wait. Publisher Team17 and developer Expression Games have announced that Hell Let Loose: Vietnam launches on June 18, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The standalone Vietnam War experience expands the Hell…

Romestead Early Access Release Brings Roman Survival Adventure to Steam

By David Ware / 29 May 2026 /

The Romestead Early Access release has officially arrived, giving survival fans a brand-new world to explore. Developed by Beartwigs and published by Three Friends, Romestead combines farming, town building, exploration, combat, and Roman mythology into a unique co-op survival experience. Now available on Steam Early Access, players can venture into a world where the Roman…

DayZ Update 1.29 — The Complete Guide: Patch Notes, New Content & What’s Next for 2026

By David Ware / 11 April 2026 /

What Is DayZ Update 1.29? DayZ Update 1.29 is the biggest patch Bohemia Interactive has released in years – and after a long experimental cycle that began in August 2025, it is finally live on all platforms as of April 8, 2026. Originally planned as a smaller release, the update grew significantly in scope during…

Soulmask 1.0 & Shifting Sands DLC

By David Ware / 10 April 2026 /

After nearly two years in Early Access and over 1,800 content updates, Soulmask has officially left Early Access today – and it’s doing so in style. Developer CampFire Studio and publisher Qooland Games have launched Soulmask Version 1.0 alongside the game’s very first major DLC, Shifting Sands, on April 10, 2026. Together, they represent the…

Over The Top: WWI — The Ultimate Guide to 2026’s Biggest WW1 Game

By David Ware / 12 March 2026 /

What Is Over The Top: WWI? Over The Top: WWI is a large-scale multiplayer third-person shooter developed by Flying Squirrel Entertainment and published by GG Publishing ApS. Released on Steam for PC on March 6, 2026, the game thrusts up to 200 players simultaneously into the chaotic trenches of the Western Front during World War…

Rust Naval Update 2026 – Is Rust Still Worth Playing This Year?

By David Ware / 23 February 2026 /

After months of anticipation, the Rust Naval Update 2026 has finally arrived, and it may be one of the most transformative patches in the game’s history. Released on February 5, 2026, the update introduces modular boat building, an entirely new Deep Sea biome, redesigned naval AI, and major physics improvements. It’s not just new content,…

The Witcher 3 ‘Witcher Online’ Mod: Multiplayer Guide (2026)

By David Ware / 27 January 2026 /

After nearly a decade as one of gaming’s premier single-player experiences, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has finally gone multiplayer. Thanks to the groundbreaking “Witcher Online” mod released in January 2026, players can now explore the Continent with up to five friends, transforming Geralt’s solitary journey into a shared adventure. Created by modder ‘rejuvenate’, this…

TERRARIA 1.4.5 ‘BIGGER AND BOULDER’ UPDATE

By David Ware / 26 January 2026 /

After more than three years of development, Re-Logic has finally set a release date for Terraria’s monumental 1.4.5 update. Titled “Bigger and Boulder,” this massive free expansion launches tomorrow, January 27, 2026, bringing with it game-changing features, exciting crossovers with Dead Cells and Palworld, revolutionary quality-of-life improvements, and nearly 900 bug fixes. What began as…

Hytale Release Date January 13, 2026 — What You Need to Know

By David Ware / 12 January 2026 /

The Hytale release date January 13 2026 is finally official, bringing an end to one of the longest and most closely followed development journeys in modern sandbox gaming. After years of silence, major technical reworks, shifting leadership, and widespread doubt about its future, Hytale is preparing to enter Early Access with a clearer vision and…

StarRupture Launches Early Access

By David Ware / 7 January 2026 /

StarRupture Launches in Early Access on Steam StarRupture early access is live now, bringing large-scale sci-fi survival to PC players.The new release combines base building, automation, and co-op combat on a hostile alien world. Developed by Green Hell Studios, StarRupture aims to blend factory-building depth with intense survival gameplay.Players can jump in today via Steam…