July 2026 is shaping up to be a more subdued month for major new PC game releases, with a notable emphasis on the co-op horror genre. While the typical blockbuster launches are less prevalent, this lull offers an opportunity for players to catch up on existing titles before the year-end release schedule intensifies. For those who enjoy terrorizing friends in digital spaces, July presents a curated selection of co-op horror games, alongside significant remakes and substantial updates to live-service titles.
PC Gamer staff have highlighted several co-op experiences for July, with a particular focus on titles that facilitate shared terror among friends. Among these are "Happy's Humble Burgatory," scheduled for July 16, where players manage a burger joint while evading a menacing mascot. Also on July 16 is "Storebound 1.0," a puzzle-driven co-op game that casts players in a desperate search within a demon-infested department store. "Carnival Hunt," arriving July 23, offers an asymmetrical chase experience where one player as a monstrous puppeteer hunts down others as bunny puppets. Rounding out the staff picks is "Shift at Midnight," a co-op title set to launch on an unspecified date in July, tasking players with managing a gas station while fending off body-snatched customers.
The month is not entirely devoid of larger-scale releases. "Assassin's Creed Black Flag: Resynced" is set to release on July 9, offering a revitalized version of the pirate-themed adventure with enhanced visuals and quality-of-life improvements. Similarly, "Halo: Campaign Evolved," also launching on July 28, provides a comprehensive remake of the original Master Chief's encounter with the Covenant and Flood, complete with additional missions. The sports simulation genre sees "College Football 27" arrive on July 9, featuring updated customization options and Dynasty mode enhancements. "Palworld 1.0" is slated for July 10, marking the full release of the creature-collecting survival crafter with new story content and mechanics.
Beyond new game launches, July 2026 will also see a variety of updates and downloadable content for existing titles. "Flight Simulator 2024" receives a U.S. National Parks update on July 4. "Doom: The Dark Ages" gets its Revelations expansion on July 7, including the Ripatorium 3.0 and new campaign content. "Granblue Fantasy: Relink" adds its Endless Ragnarok DLC on July 8, introducing new bosses and quests. "The Elder Scrolls Online" kicks off its new seasonal format with the Return of the Thieves Guild update on July 8. "The Alters" continues its narrative with the Last Variable DLC on July 13. "PowerWash Simulator 2" introduces a Star Wars Pack on July 16. "Marathon" begins its mid-season update on July 21, featuring new PVE modes and systems. "Phasmophobia" will receive a Willow Street rework on July 21, revamping one of its iconic haunted houses. Finally, "Final Fantasy 14" continues its updates with Patch 7.55 on July 25, bringing new raids and relic upgrades.
Community events and sales also punctuate July. Tennocon, celebrating Warframe, takes place online and in-person from July 10-11. Final Fantasy 14's Fan Fest tour continues in Germany on July 25-26. Steam hosts its annual Summer Sale from June 25 to July 9, followed by themed sales including Social Deduction Fest (July 13-16) and Train Fest (July 20-27).