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August 07, 2023

Welcome to the latest edition of Gamers Digest, the gaming and esports newsletter where we bring you the hottest news, updates, and insights from the world of video games and competitive gaming.

This week in gaming brings us a wide range of announcements, achievements, and reveals! Firstly, Magic: The Gathering's recent announcement unveils upcoming sets until 2026, promising exciting crossover collaborations, from video game franchises such as Fallout, Assassin’s Creed, and Final Fantasy, to remastered classics, that are set to captivate gamers' imaginations.

Renowned author, Andrzej Sapkowski, delights The Witcher fans with confirmation of an upcoming new book in the saga, sparking anticipation among gaming and fantasy enthusiasts alike, while Baldur’s Gate 3 achieves a monumental launch day with significant success on both Steam and Twitch, signalling a promising start for this highly anticipated gaming title.

Calling all Pokémon fans! Mark your calendars for August 8 as a new Pokémon Presents event is set to unveil exciting updates and announcements. Finally, gaming and pop culture once again collide as wrestler-turned-actor extraordinaire, John Cena, joins the Overwatch 2 “The Enigma” reveal, adding a unique twist to the highly anticipated event.

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MTG just revealed every upcoming set through 2026—and huge crossovers are in store

dotesports.com/mtg/news/mtg-just-revealed-every-upcoming-set-through-2026-and-huge-crossovers-are-in-store

Hear ye, 'Witcher' fans, hear ye! Andrzej Sapkowski confirms new book in the saga

wegotthiscovered.com/tv/hear-ye-witcher-fans-hear-ye-andrzej-sapkowski-confirms-new-book-in-the-saga

Baldur’s Gate 3 had a huge launch day on Steam and Twitch

www.destructoid.com/baldurs-gate-3-had-a-huge-launch-day-on-steam-and-twitch

New Pokémon Presents Revealed for August 8

www.escapistmagazine.com/new-pokemon-presents-revealed-for-august-8

John Cena Revealed as Overwatch 2's Second Invisible Hacker, "The Enigma"

attackofthefanboy.com/news/john-cena-overwatch-2-the-engima-invasion-reveal