Big Walk game release date set; GTA 6 absent from Summer Game Fest

By PulseAugur Editorial · [2 sources] · 2026-06-09 16:30

Big Walk, a new game from the creators of Untitled Goose Game, is set to release on August 4th. It is described as a blend of Peak and Escape Academy. Separately, Grand Theft Auto 6 was absent from the Summer Game Fest 2026, prompting speculation about its release timeline. AI

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