Top deals & subscription value
- Xbox Game Pass is getting several additions for June, with Persona 5 Royal highlighted alongside some noteworthy indie projects — a clear value boost for active subscribers. (Source: Engadget)
What to watch this week
- Apple begins requiring age verification for App Store use in Texas as the state law takes effect tomorrow; this may add friction to app downloads, purchases, or subscription sign-ups for affected users. (Source: Engadget)
- VR exercise platform Supernatural is getting a second chance as an independent company, with a new Supernatural VR workout app arriving this fall — worth watching if you track VR subscription services and fitness offerings. (Source: Engadget)
- Pokémon Champions will hit iOS and Android on June 17, a release to watch if you follow mobile game launches and their in-app economy or subscription tie-ins. (Source: Engadget)
Key takeaways
- Persona 5 Royal and indie additions increase Xbox Game Pass value for June subscribers.
- Supernatural’s independent relaunch could restore a VR fitness subscription option later this year.
- Texans should be prepared for App Store age verification procedures to take effect tomorrow, which could affect app access and subscription flows.
Sources
- Apple begins requiring age verification for App Store use in Texas (2026-06-03): https://www.engadget.com/2187080/apple-begins-requiring-age-verification-for-app-store-use-in-texas/
- Persona 5 Royal is one of many additions to Xbox Game Pass for June (2026-06-03): https://www.engadget.com/2187006/persona-5-royal-is-one-of-many-additions-to-xbox-game-pass-for-june/
- VR exercise platform Supernatural is getting a second chance as an independent company (2026-06-03): https://www.engadget.com/2186789/vr-exercise-platform-supernatural-is-getting-a-second-chance-as-an-independent-company/
- Pokémon Champions hits iOS and Android on June 17 (2026-06-03): https://www.engadget.com/2186514/pokemon-champions-hits-ios-and-android-on-june-17
Not financial/professional advice