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FN Herstal has officially unveiled the FN ARKA ahead of Eurosatory 2026 in Paris. Built around the proven short-stroke gas piston system of the SCAR and the familiar ergonomics of the AR-15, the new rifle aims to combine the strengths of two of the most influential firearm platforms ever developed. Here’s our first look at the FN ARKA and what it could mean for military, law enforcement, and civilian shooters.
PlayStation’s State of Play returns tomorrow with more than an hour of game announcements, trailers, and gameplay reveals. Headlining the showcase is Insomniac Games’ highly anticipated Marvel’s Wolverine, which will receive a deeper look at its story, characters, gameplay mechanics, and more.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 looks to return the franchise to its darker roots with a campaign centered around a North Korean invasion of South Korea, a rogue Captain Price, and a world on the brink of global conflict. Here’s our complete breakdown of the story, characters, setting, and what it could mean for the future of the Modern Warfare series.
CD Projekt Red has officially announced The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past, the first major expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt since Blood and Wine in 2016. Co-developed with Fool’s Theory, the expansion will bring Geralt of Rivia back for a new adventure when it launches in 2027 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
On Thursday, FN Browning Group announced the acquisition of Accuracy International, the renowned precision rifle manufacturer based in Portsmouth, England, through an official press release. FN...
Daniel Defense has reintroduced the legendary GL/SSC rifle as part of its 25th Anniversary celebration. Featuring a 12.5-inch cold hammer forged barrel, RIS II rail, and M203-compatible free-float hanger system, the iconic GWOT-era rifle is now available to civilian shooters as an SBR, pistol, or upper receiver.
Valve has officially increased pricing for the Steam Deck OLED lineup, with the 512GB model jumping from $549 to $789 and the 1TB version climbing to $949. Valve cites rising component costs and ongoing global supply chain issues as the primary reason behind the massive price hike.
Craddock Precision has introduced the MK12 Reaper Upper chambered in 6mm ARC. Featuring an 18-inch RTR barrel, KAC FF RAS rail, Allen Engineering collar kit, and complete BCG and charging handle, the MK12 Reaper blends classic MK12 aesthetics with modern long-range AR-15 performance.
Atibal Optics has announced the new ARES MAX enclosed red dot optic. Featuring a 29x22mm viewing window, enclosed emitter design, SUPER LED technology, solar-assisted power, shake awake functionality, and over 50,000 hours of runtime, the ARES MAX is designed for modern AR-platform rifles.
Canik has introduced the new METE MC9 PRIME NC, a non-compensated version of its upgraded MC9 PRIME micro-compact pistol. Featuring enhanced ergonomics, Night Fision tritium sights, an optics-ready slide, and Canik’s signature flat-faced trigger, the PRIME NC delivers modern concealed carry performance in a traditional configuration.
