Marvel’s Wolverine leads September 2026 PS5 downloads in North America
EA Sports FC 27 was the most-downloaded PS5 title in Europe during the same period.
22 October 2026 · 1 min read
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Necromancer: Undead Legion RPG — testers change how you command the dead
Ancoach Studio explains how feedback changed the controls and abilities of its Android and iOS action RPG. With 36 undead types, each corpse offers a choice: raise it or detonate it.
22 October 2026 · 3 min read
SteamOS 3.9.4 Beta released for Steam Deck
The Beta update adds bug fixes and experimental features.
22 October 2026 · 1 min read
Xbox lets Insiders test paid Cloud Playtime
From 21 October 2026, Insiders can buy cloud time without Game Pass at introductory prices.
22 October 2026 · 1 min read
Xbox announces Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis for 12 February 2027
The reimagining of the 1996 original is available for pre-order on Xbox Store.
21 October 2026 · 1 min read
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade reaches Xbox Game Pass on 29 October 2026
The RPG will be available on Xbox Series X|S, PC and cloud for Ultimate, Premium and PC Game Pass members.
20 October 2026 · 1 min read
Fountains adds Gauntlet mode on Xbox
The Gauntlet update, challenging players to face every boss in sequence, is now available.
20 October 2026 · 1 min read
Magenta Down comes to Xbox Series X|S and PC in 2027
The science-fiction title follows a journey across a hostile exoplanet where choices affect survival.
20 October 2026 · 1 min read
Rumour: Rockstar artists have worked on GTA VI for eleven years, Reddit post says
The new title’s art team reportedly grew to around sixty-five people.
19 October 2026 · 1 min read
Rumour: Bloober Team CEO defends physical games
Broken Mirror Games’ executive director also stresses the importance of tangible collections.
19 October 2026 · 1 min read
Rumour: Xbox may strengthen physical game distribution
Microsoft posted a job opening for an Xbox Games Supply Strategist.
19 October 2026 · 1 min read
Saros: Zenith adds free accessibility options
The update brings Slow Game Speed, Auto-fire, new Carcosan Modifiers, Eclipse Layers and Overlord Rush.
19 October 2026 · 1 min read
Rumour: Kepler_L2 estimates PS6 RAM and SSD cost above $680
The user also cites a nearly $1,000 bill of materials and says Sony does not intend to sell at a loss.
18 October 2026 · 1 min read
God of War Laufey Collector Box opens for pre-orders
Pre-orders are open for the Collector Box due on 16 February 2027, containing a light-up Faye statue, a 51-card Oracle Deck and a mini artbook.
17 October 2026 · 1 min read
PlayStation Blog showcases Marvel’s Wolverine suits in Share of the Week
Ultimate Red Suit, Old Man Logan and other costumes feature; the next theme invites 007 First Light submissions by 21 October 2026.
17 October 2026 · 1 min read
Rumour: Marek Tyminski says Lords of the Fallen 2 team nears 150
CI Games’ leader describes a quality leap and promises more details soon.
17 October 2026 · 1 min read
Rumour: Smyths Toys UK lists two Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 variants with different batteries
Listings give different dates, with only the later version specifying a replaceable battery.
17 October 2026 · 1 min read
Rumour: Sony patents machine-learning frame extrapolation
An autoencoder would use previous frames, motion vectors and input to generate the next frame before rendering.
17 October 2026 · 1 min read
SteamOS 3.9.3 Beta released to Beta and Preview channels
The update fixes game performance, improves hardware support and updates Arch Linux and Plasma.
17 October 2026 · 1 min read
Tenebris Somnia launches on 16 October 2026 with live-action cutscenes
New Blood Interactive’s retro survival horror reaches Xbox Series X|S and PC, integrating filmed scenes into gameplay.
17 October 2026 · 1 min read
The Witch’s Bakery featured on Nintendo eShop on 15 October 2026
The action RPG set in present-day Paris is available for Nintendo Switch.
17 October 2026 · 1 min read
Valve releases Steam client beta optimisations and fixes
The 16 October update adds a second startup performance pass and fixes service-dialog and Vulkan issues.
17 October 2026 · 1 min read
Xbox Game Camp arrives in Mexico City on 17 October
Alongside Xbox FanFest, the event celebrates Mexican developers during Xbox’s twenty-fifth anniversary.
17 October 2026 · 1 min read
Rumour: HideWorksGames updates Liminal Point requirements and accessibility options
The post includes aiming settings, HDR and photo mode, but options may change before release.
16 October 2026 · 1 min read
Steam updates achievements with a new editor and sets
The tools add CSV import/export and archiving for achievements no longer obtainable.
16 October 2026 · 1 min read
Steam Beta Client adds Achievement Sets
The 15 October update groups base-game and DLC achievements, with archiving and completion preservation.
16 October 2026 · 1 min read
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse launches on Xbox and PC on 15 October
Konami’s new title comes to Xbox Series X|S and PC with Xbox Play Anywhere, developed with Evil Empire and Motion Twin.
15 October 2026 · 1 min read
Free Quarantine Zone: Miami Zero expansion arrives on Xbox Series X|S and PC
The DLC moves to Miami with more than thirty new survivors, inspection mechanics and dynamic weather.
15 October 2026 · 1 min read
Rumour: main-menu UI preview shown in a tweet
The post lists global chat, squad codes, loadouts and other interface improvements.
15 October 2026 · 1 min read
Rumour: GTA 6 reviews will arrive before 19 November
Insider Gaming says reviews will precede release and review codes could go out by late October.
15 October 2026 · 1 min read
Colorbound brings an Aymara-inspired story to Xbox Series X|S
Panpipe Studio’s puzzle platformer, out now on Xbox Series X|S, combines platform painting with an Andean story, zampoña music and pastel colours.
14 October 2026 · 1 min read
PlayStation Podcast episode 550 interviews the Star Wars: Galactic Racer team
“Now This is Podcasting” features O’Dell and Kristen speaking with Fuse Games about the recent release.
14 October 2026 · 1 min read
Rumour: Battlefield announces a 12 October matchmaking update
A longer countdown is intended to limit bots in lobbies and keep player groups together.
14 October 2026 · 1 min read
Rumour: Epic delays Disney shooter with Star Wars and Marvel, pushes AI-first development
Jason Schreier reports the project planned for March has slipped and teams are being asked to use AI tools throughout production.
14 October 2026 · 1 min read
Rumour: Metro 2039 pre-order dates and European physical editions
The tweet lists prices, Collector Edition contents and a February 2027 release date.
14 October 2026 · 1 min read
Rumour: NVIDIA may discontinue RTX 5090 and reserve GB202 for RTX PRO
VideoCardz cites MEGAsizeGPU claiming future GB202 chips will go exclusively to professional cards, including ending Chinese RTX 5090 variants.
14 October 2026 · 1 min read
Rumour: Phantom Blade Zero mechanics and release date outlined on X
RinoTheBouncer claims difficulty tiers, a 66 Days mode and no physical edition for a reported 29 October 2026 release.
14 October 2026 · 1 min read
Rumour: Xbox CEO Asha Sharma urges new IP rather than franchise dependence
The town hall reportedly also discussed studio restructuring and moving franchises such as Halo towards Activision.
14 October 2026 · 1 min read
Valor Mortis launches on 13 October 2026 for Xbox Series X|S, PC and Game Pass
The soulslike in an alternate nineteenth-century Europe struck by the Crimson Plague is available across Xbox platforms.
14 October 2026 · 1 min read
Battlefield 6 joins Xbox Game Pass on 13 October 2026
Xbox Wire lists the addition for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass on cloud, Xbox Series X|S and PC.
13 October 2026 · 1 min read
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection comes to Windows PC with Xbox Play Anywhere on 18 November 2026
Already available on Xbox Series X|S, the title expands to Windows 11 with shared access at no extra charge.
13 October 2026 · 1 min read
Rumour: Ape Escape could return from the Sonic Mania team
Video Games Chronicle backs Jeff Gerstmann’s rumour and reports further Sony franchise plans.
13 October 2026 · 1 min read
Rumour: leaked Famitsu review gives Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse 8/10
An unverified review circulated on Reddit describes traditional exploration, demanding movement and detailed environments.
13 October 2026 · 1 min read
Rumour: Skydance considers combining Paramount Games Studio with WB Games
A leaked internal email obtained by Variety and shared on Reddit also lists new leadership roles.
13 October 2026 · 1 min read
Xbox launches XP division led by Kayleen Walters
XP will expand franchises through films, products, live events and partnerships.
13 October 2026 · 1 min read
Xbox appoints Kayleen Walters to XP and Maria Angelidou-Smith as Mojang CEO
XP covers films, licensing, partnerships and destinations; Mojang’s new CEO brings large-community platform experience.
13 October 2026 · 1 min read
Rumour: NVIDIA prepares a 24GB RTX 5080 for Q1 2027
Reddit and Taiwan’s BenchLife say it would replace the 16GB card; partners reportedly still lack development documents.
12 October 2026 · 1 min read
Rumour: Reddit post says Xbox plans no Halo Studios transfers to Activision
A small team reportedly remains on community support and a December content update.
12 October 2026 · 1 min read
Factorio reduces asteroid damage to stationary platforms
Wube explains version 2.1.21: a medium asteroid deals 100 damage in orbit and 2,000 during travel.
10 October 2026 · 1 min read
Modern Warfare 4: DMZ focuses on persistent operators and crafting
Xbox Wire details progression, equipment and operator recovery. Digital pre-orders grant early DMZ access from 20 October.
10 October 2026 · 1 min read