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Iconic Doom and Quake developer id Software was among the most heavily impacted Microsoft-owned studios during Xbox CEO Asha Sharma's devastating business \"reset\" earlier this year, with around 136 employees reportedly losing their jobs.
"},{"title":"Soulframe to launch into free open beta this week, as Warframe devs go head-to-head with WoW: Forever","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/soulframe-open-prelude-date-verse-of-the-veillands","date":"Mon, 02 Nov 2026 11:17:46 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/Soulframe_Screenshot_10.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Soulframe's Preludes (its own version of a beta) is finally opening its doors to the whole world ahead of the Verse of the Veilands update. Starting this week, anyone who wants to can simply download the game and hop in, no invite required.
"},{"title":"Phantom Blade Zero is Steam's biggest launch of the year so far, selling over 4 million copies in three days","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/phantom-blade-zero-4-million-copies-steam-biggest-launch","date":"Mon, 02 Nov 2026 09:24:45 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/Phantom-Blade-Zero-review-2.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Phantom Blade Zero studio S-Game has announced that its debut title has sold more than 4m copies in its first 72 hours on sale. The game's official X account broke the news alongside a celebratory message, though without providing a per-platform breakdown of copies sold.
"},{"title":"At Dead of Night sequel The Great Hugo is coming \"(very) soon\"","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/at-dead-of-night-2-the-great-hugo-sequel-announced","date":"Sun, 01 Nov 2026 18:16:20 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/Screenshot-2026-11-01-at-18.12.02.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Baggy Cat Games, the team behind viral FMV horror game At Dead Of Night, has confirmed that a sequel is \"coming (very) soon\".
"},{"title":"Modern Warfare 4 on Switch 2 has much worse input lag than PS5","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/modern-warfare-4-switch-2-input-lag-digital-foundry","date":"Sun, 01 Nov 2026 17:27:29 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/cod-modern-warfare-4-captain-price.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on Switch 2 has noticeably worse input lag than on PS5, which could put Nintendo players at a disadvantage in multiplayer.
"},{"title":"Footage of a Persona 1 remake has seemingly leaked online","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/persona-1-remake-be-your-true-mind-leak","date":"Sun, 01 Nov 2026 16:35:17 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/Screenshot-2026-11-01-at-16.28.57.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Almost two minutes of footage from what appears to be a remake of the original Persona has leaked online.
"},{"title":"Dune: Awakening's free Blood and Ice expansion swaps sand for snow on 1st December","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/dune-awakening-blood-and-ice-free-expansion","date":"Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:44:34 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/dune-awakening_eBRRA9O.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Funcom's survival MMO Dune: Awakening is heading north with a free expansion that trades the deserts of Arrakis for a frozen new map.
"},{"title":"Pikmin 4 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition launches 12th November and a demo is out tomorrow","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/pikmin-4-switch-2-edition-release-date-demo","date":"Sun, 01 Nov 2026 10:04:13 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/Screenshot-2026-10-31-at-21.28.07.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Pikmin 4 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition will launch on 12th November, bundled with a new mode called Dandori Academy.
"},{"title":"PUBG live-action series in the works at Netflix, with Donald Glover set to direct and star","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/pubg-live-action-netflix-series-donald-glover","date":"Sat, 31 Oct 2026 17:35:36 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/Screenshot-2026-10-31-at-17.27.33.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
PUBG is being turned into a live-action series for Netflix, with Donald Glover set to direct, write, executive produce, and star.
"},{"title":"Activision to remove Itaewon crowd crush footage from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 and apologises to victims' families","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/modern-warfare-4-itaewon-footage-removed-activision-apology","date":"Sat, 31 Oct 2026 15:59:46 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/MW4_MP_004_BRANDED.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Activision has apologised to the bereaved families of the Itaewon crowd crush victims and confirmed it will remove real footage of the tragedy from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4.
"},{"title":"The Mortuary Assistant dev on laying his cancelled Paranormal Activity game to rest, resurrecting it as a Halloween freebie, and a potential return to his biggest game","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/playable-archive-paranormal-activity-threshold-the-mortuary-assistant-interview","date":"Sat, 31 Oct 2026 15:25:38 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/playable-archive-header.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Halloween feels like an especially appropriate time for Playable Archive's arrival. It's a genuinely spooky found-footage affair for one - a cleverly orchestrated 30-or-so minutes of scares from the developer of horror hit The Mortuary Assistant, released this week as a Halloween freebie. But more than that, the unusual tale of its creation is also one of death and resurrection. As its slightly cheeky title implies, Playable Archive (a riff on the legendary Playable Teaser created for Hideo Kojima's cancelled Silent Hill game) is a small slice of developer Brian Clarke's much larger cancelled Paranormal Activity game, making it a fascinating window into 'what could have been'. When I heard the news of its release, my curiosity was piqued, so I spoke with Clarke about this unexpected turn of events, of laying his project to rest, and how its legacy might live on - perhaps even as a new Mortuary Assistant game.
"},{"title":"Final Fantasy 14 reveals Evercold’s second new job and February release date, with pre-orders opening next week","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/final-fantasy-14-evercold-zephyr-job-release-date","date":"Sat, 31 Oct 2026 14:39:25 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/Screenshot-2026-10-31-at-14.21.52.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Final Fantasy 14's next expansion, Evercold, will launch on 23rd February 2027, and its second new job is zephyr, a physical ranged DPS that fights with a crossbow and a bird.
"},{"title":"Silent Hill: Townfall adds new Hard difficulty in latest update","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/silent-hill-townfall-hard-mode-update","date":"Sat, 31 Oct 2026 13:53:19 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/Silent-Hill-Townfall-Door-Dial-Date-Puzzle---Header.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Silent Hill: Townfall has added a new Hard difficulty mode and rebalanced every existing setting to make room for it.
"},{"title":"A former volunteer is threatening legal action against fan-made game project Skyblivion","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/skyblivion-former-volunteer-legal-threats","date":"Sat, 31 Oct 2026 13:21:03 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/cover_-_--scaled.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
A former volunteer is threatening legal action against Skyblivion, the long-running fan remake of Oblivion built in Skyrim's engine, over code they contributed to the project.
"},{"title":"Silver Pines is a great survival horror throwback with an unexpected Metroidvania twist, but it makes me glad the genre's moved on","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/silver-pines-now-playing","date":"Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/silver-pines-header_pnoviPY.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
It's those bloody typewriters all over again. Developer Wych Elm Games' Silver Pines is fantastic in a whole bunch of ways, from its woozy small-town ambience to its mix of taut survival horror and exploratory Metroidvania. But from the very first moment I saw its save system, its please-insert-coin phone box demands, I knew our relationship was going to be a fractious one.
"},{"title":"What we've been playing - \"I've been intrigued by horrible images of live-action sequences for weeks\"","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/what-weve-been-playing-tenebris-somnia-moonlight-peaks-amnesia","date":"Sat, 31 Oct 2026 08:00:00 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/tenebris-somnia-(1).jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Happy Halloween! Are you scared? I am: I'm in a theatre play that opens next week and we're not ready yet. I'm also off to a ghost stories evening at the theatre tonight; I've had a few people there tell me, with faces as straight as a ruler, of their eerie encounters. Actually, one encounter involved me.
"},{"title":"GOTY hopeful Mina the Hollower bought the studio financial stability \"for now,\" while the Shovel Knight devs work on a new 3D game","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/shovel-knight-3d-mina-financial-stability","date":"Fri, 30 Oct 2026 19:55:21 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/mina-treated.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Yacht Club Games has confirmed that most of its developers are now working on a brand new 3D game (potentially Shovel Knight 3D), after the critically-acclaimed Mina the Hollower did well enough for the team to continue.
"},{"title":"Blizzard hints at console ports for World of Warcraft: Forever - \"Play it wherever you want and, at some point, on whatever you want\"","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/blizzard-console-port-hints-world-of-warcraft-forever","date":"Fri, 30 Oct 2026 19:06:18 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/wow-forever.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
After more than two decades dominating the PC MMO battlefield, it sounds like Blizzard Entertainment's taking the idea of a World of Warcraft console port more seriously than ever.
"},{"title":"Dark Souls 2 and Dark Souls 3's online servers are temporarily going dark, FromSoftware announces","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/dark-souls-servers-temporarily-shutting-down-fromsoftware","date":"Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:45:23 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/dark-souls-3-header_L2YTf0e.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Things might get even darker over in the world of Lordran without those silly, only sometimes helpful notes left by other players. Developer FromSoftware has announced that it's temporarily closing Dark Souls 2 and Dark Souls 3 servers because of an unspecified issue.
"},{"title":"8-bit horror Tenebris Somnia mixes weird live-action horror with a retro 2D adventure to impressive and unsettling effect","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/tenebris-somnia-horror-game-fmv-live-action-faith","date":"Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:15:54 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/tenebris-somnia-2_rwR6NVJ.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
I've been captivated by the idea of wrong-footing an audience ever since playing Faith: The Unholy Trinity. That game presents like an 8-bit horror, then proceeds to bend the rules of what an 8-bit game can do - or perhaps what you remember they could do - in order to surprise and scare you. Tenebris Somnia is very similar. Indeed, it's executive produced by the developer of Faith, Airdorf Games, so the connection runs even deeper. Tenebris Somnia utilises the same retro aesthetic with its grinding chiptune music, its pixelated graphics, and old-school presentation. But the difference is it takes the rule-bending a step further, essentially welding two very different experiences together: a retro-styled 2D adventure and a full-on live-action film. And it's horrific, in all the right ways.
"},{"title":"Crimson Desert Enhanced Edition gets a surprise demo on PlayStation and Xbox, lets you play for 5 hours and carry over your save data","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/crimson-desert-free-demo-xbox-playstation","date":"Fri, 30 Oct 2026 14:58:30 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/crimson-desert-trial.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Crimson Desert is one of 2026's most successful releases. The game managed to sell over 6 million copies in just three months, and ended up being so profitable that its publisher ended up giving each employee at development studio Pearl Abyss a $3,400 bonus. Since launch, the dev has been committed to improving the game and correcting some of the more egregious issues that were present at launch.
"},{"title":"EA reportedly closed BioWare because it was forced to choose between Mass Effect 5 and Star Wars Battlefront 3","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/ea-closed-bioware-because-star-wars-battlefront-3","date":"Fri, 30 Oct 2026 14:54:16 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/liara-mass-effect-5-universe.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
A new report has revealed that EA closed BioWare because it was forced to choose between investing in one of two sci-fi projects: a new Mass Effect game or a new Star Wars Battlefront game. And it chose the latter.
"},{"title":"Forza director, who'd been with Turn 10 for 27 years leaves Microsoft, following studios merger with Playground Games","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/director-leaves-forza-playground-games-merge-microsoft","date":"Fri, 30 Oct 2026 14:16:41 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/forza-motorsport-2023-cars-on-track.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Dan Greenawalt, director, founder, and vice president at Turn 10 Games, has departed from the studio after spending 27 years as part of the company. This comes as Turn 10 is merged with Playground Games as part of Xbox's mass restructuring initiative that made headlines as it resulted in 3200 layoffs and four studio closures earlier this year.
"},{"title":"Sony has snapped up the film rights for Mouthwashing","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/mouthwashing-movie-rights-sony-director","date":"Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:00:41 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/screenshot-mouthwashing00001.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Sony has snatched up the movie rights for Mouthwashing, the hit independent horror video game released in 2024.
"},{"title":"Games industry honours beloved actor Sir Patrick Stewart, as the legendary Star Trek and X-Men actor passes away","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/patrick-stewart-dies-oblivion-uriel-septim-castlevania","date":"Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:35:58 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/uriel-septim.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
As I'm sure you're all now already aware, legendary British actor Sir Patrick Stewart has died, aged 86. His Instagram account announced the news yesterday, saying he died at home in Los Angeles surrounded by friends and family, following \"a brief and poignant journey with Alzheimer's Disease and Lewy Body Dementia\".
"},{"title":"There are currently \"no other Assassin's Creed remakes actively in development\", says Ubisoft","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/no-new-assassins-creed-games-in-development-ubisoft","date":"Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:35:06 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/ac-future-header.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Yesterday, Ubisoft issued a statement about the future of the Assassin's Creed series, and the publisher's comments included quite a big surprise: there are currently no new remakes of the series' past games in the works.
"},{"title":"Bethesda reportedly revealing The Elder Scrolls 6 next month, and we may know what its subtitle is going to be","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/elder-scrolls-6-reportedly-revealed-november","date":"Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:52:39 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/elder-scrolls-6-guide-possible-location-everything-we-know-5600-1529070927461.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Bethesda's hugely anticipated and long-awaited fantasy role-playing game The Elder Scrolls 6 could be revealed \"as soon as next month\", a new report has claimed - right in the midst of Microsoft's ongoing restructuring efforts.
"},{"title":"Celeste and TowerFall dev explains why both games were suddenly delisted from Xbox","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/towerfall-celeste-xbox-boycott-delisted","date":"Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:15:24 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/celeste-header.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Celeste and TowerFall have both been delisted from Xbox suddenly earlier this week. Per a post on Bluesky, developer Maddy Thorson says this was an intentional move, with the games being removed from sale on Xbox in support of the BDS (Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions) movement, which is aimed at protesting various companies linked to, or supporting, Israel's government during the genocide in Palestine.
"},{"title":"Dataminer uncovers that Spiny - a character seemingly with no way to operate a car - was meant to be playable in Mario Kart World","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/mario-kart-world-dataminer-spiny","date":"Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:16:28 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/spiny-mario-kart-world-custom-header.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
A dataminer has uncovered something peculiar in the code of Mario Kart World. Spiny, a tiny little turtle-looking fella with a spiky shell, was meant to be a driver in the game.
"},{"title":"EA's sale to Saudi-led consortium was \"final nail in the coffin\" for BioWare, says studio co-founder","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/bioware-co-founder-greg-zeschuk-closure-interview","date":"Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:08:17 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/greg-ray-bioware.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
One of BioWare's famous doctor-founders, Greg Zeschuk, has finally spoken about the studio's closure last week, saying it's \"kind of sad\" and that EA's leveraged buyout by a Saudi-involved consortium \"was the final nail in the coffin\".
"},{"title":"FromSoft's Switch 2 exclusive, The Duskbloods, has been delayed into 2027","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/fromsofts-switch-2-exclusive-the-duskbloods-has-been-delayed-into-2027","date":"Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:14:25 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/duskbloods-calendar.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
FromSoftware's The Duskbloods - a game that is best described as Bloodborne meets Sekiro meets Dark Souls, with jetpacks and dinos thrown in - has been delayed from its 2026 launch window into an unspecified time in 2027.
"},{"title":"\"A cold dead place that's slowly decaying\" - EA employees reveal a culture of secrecy and terrible morale following layoffs","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/inside-ea-layoffs-report-bioware-morale-secrecy","date":"Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:08:30 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/dragon-age-veilguard-review-conversation.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Last week, EA announced it's laying off 400 workers across multiple studios, cancelling projects and refocusing on its biggest money-makers. As part of that, EA closed down the iconic BioWare studio, letting go of most of its remaining staff of around 50 people.
"},{"title":"Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 review","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-4-review","date":"Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:01:33 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/CoD-MW4_i33XbuE.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
It's easy to dislike Call of Duty. Aside from the annual cycle of development, marketing, and controversy that has defined the series identity for the past 22 years, the series has become an integral part of how video games prop up the military-industrial complex. Whilst some of the stories - especially 2025's Black Ops 7 - have deteriorated into the realms of science-fiction absurdity, many of the narratives you'll find in the Modern Warfare splinter of the series are more grounded in reality. When you're playing as semi-fictional UK and US troopers, taking part in illegal operations in foreign territory, wantonly executing people over differences in ideology, Call of Duty can feel gross: paper-thin propaganda designed to glorify war and reinforce lines between 'them' and 'us'.
"},{"title":"Mouthwashing is finally on consoles and Xbox Game Pass, and it's a Halloween must for horror fans","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/mouthwashing-game-pass-ps5-ps4-switch-xbox-now-playing","date":"Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:40:45 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/mouthwashing-2.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
A mutilated man stares at you, his single piercing eye following as you move around the room. His filthy bandages hide a ruined face, raw lips circling disturbingly perfect teeth, and his moans echo through the halls. But that eye: it knows something you don't. At least not yet.
"},{"title":"With a cracking new tactical feature and dedicated UI \"strike team\", Football Manager 27 is a huge step back towards FM's best form","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/football-manager-27-preview-interview-tactical-effectiveness-ui-strike-team","date":"Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:20:59 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/fm27-preview-header.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Welcome back, Football Manager. I've only played half a day or so of it, whistling through my inductions, board meetings and opening transfer window, but already the positive signs are there. Football Manager 27 is a big, much-appreciated step in the right direction. In a way it's a step back - this is essentially the game I wish FM26 had been - but sometimes that's necessary. One back, two forward. At least it's genuine progress. This is a Football Manager game again.
"},{"title":"World of Warcraft players angry after Blizzard seems to contradict housing cosmetics policy with Halloween additions","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/world-of-warcraft-halloween-housing-cosmetics-controversy-kul-tiran","date":"Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:59:54 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/world-of-warcraft-grimtide-housejpeg.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
The World of Warcraft team has found itself at the centre of controversy after recently-added housing cosmetics appeared to go against previous pledges not to sell decorations tied to the visual identity of the game's races and factions.
"},{"title":"COD Modern Warfare 4's controversial Possum ability nerfed to stop it being used \"as a combat mechanic instead of a survival mechanic\"","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-4-dmz-possum-nerf","date":"Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:33:05 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/modern-warfare-4-dmz-season-1-shot-crop-1.jpeg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Since the launch of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's DMZ mode, players have been mainly arguing about two topics: whether there's a need for a PvE-only mode, and whether Possum - an in-game trait - has a place in an extraction experience.
"},{"title":"Xbox leader Asha Sharma says there's \"more demand than consoles available\" as Xbox hardware sales dip by 14%","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/xbox-financials-sales-asha-sharma-microsoft","date":"Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:21:44 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/asha-sharma-xbox-showcase-2026.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Xbox leader Asha Sharma has claimed there's \"more demand than consoles available\" when it comes to Xbox, and that console sales \"remain constrained by supply\".
"},{"title":"Modern Warfare 4 faces backlash after real footage of South Korean crowd crush tragedy was discovered in game's opening moments","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/modern-warfare-4-south-korean-crowd-crush-footage","date":"Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:11:01 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/modern-warfare-4-beta-shot-crop-3.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Activision has come under fire due to the inclusion of real-world footage of the tragic Itaewon Disaster in Modern Warfare 4. The bereaved families association and the Citizens Countermeasure Meeting are asking for the footage to be removed.
"},{"title":"Dog poo, anti-social behaviour, and Jason: Our latest look at GTA 6 gameplay comes from an episode of South Park","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/dog-poo-anti-social-behaviour-and-jason-our-latest-look-at-gta-6-gameplay-comes-from-the-latest-episode-of-south-park","date":"Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:55:54 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/new-GTA-footage.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
So we know that GTA 6 has a marketing deal with Sony and the PlayStation 5, and that Rockstar has been engaging with real-world locations to get the word about its latest sandbox game out into the world ahead of its 19th November launch. But it seems the reach of Rockstar's marketing arm has no limit, as brand new gameplay footage cropped up in a quite unexpected place last night: the latest episode of South Park.
"},{"title":"More Chinese success as Phantom Blade Zero enjoys a big launch and becomes one of Steam's most played games","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/phantom-blade-zero-steam-launch-1-million-sales","date":"Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:26:46 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/phantom-blade-zero-hammer-attack-screen-crop-1.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Phantom Blade Zero has been officially released, and just as everyone expected, it's popular. The wuxia action game from S-Game debuted to a massive 431,541 concurrent players on Steam (via SteamDB) at its peak just hours ago.
"},{"title":"Epic Games further doubles down on gen-AI tools for Fortnite, Unreal Engine 6 and more: \"Our engineers are no longer writing the bulk of the code\"","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/epic-genai-fortnite-unreal-engine-6-no-longer-writing-code","date":"Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:08:50 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/fortnite-save-the-world.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
To no one's surprise, Epic Games has now confirmed that it's tripling down on its gen-AI push and will use the controversial tech on everything from Fortnite to the next iteration of its widely-used game development engine, Unreal Engine 6.
"},{"title":"Alien: Isolation 2 devs commit to a physical edition: \"Staying true to the analogue nature of Alien is one of our pillars\"","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/alien-isolation-2-commit-physical-edition","date":"Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:16:08 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/boo.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
The developers behind Alien: Isolation 2 are committing to a full physical edition, and have shared even more details about the highly-anticipated survival horror sequel.
"},{"title":"Cyberpunk 2 might include multiplayer after CD Projekt Red scrapped the feature in Cyberpunk 2077","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/cyberpunk-2077-multiplayer-quests-cd-projekt-red","date":"Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:56:45 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/Johnny-Silverhand-and-female-V-sitting-in-a-car-looking-at-each-other-in-Cyberpunk-2077.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Cyberpunk 2 might try to revive Cyberpunk 2077's online ambitions, as a new CD Projekt Red job listing is looking for someone familiar with \"multiplayer network architecture.\"
"},{"title":"\"This company has been driven into a wall for years\" - Life is Strange studio Don't Nod faces unrest while teetering on insolvency","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/dont-nod-insolvency-life-is-strange-aphelion","date":"Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:10:24 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/lost-records-bloom-and-rage-a.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
There's deep unrest at French studio Don't Nod - creator of Life is Strange, Remember Me, Vampyr, Banishers: New Eden, and most recently Aphelion - as it scrambles to restructure itself and guard against insolvency.
"},{"title":"Here are our PS Plus monthly games for November 2026","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/playstation-plus-monthly-games-november-2026","date":"Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:27:41 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/dead-island-2-expansion-pass.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Sony has announced the monthly games coming to PlayStation Plus Premium and Extra next month, bringing a mix of triple-A bangers and remastered classics to the service on the 3rd November. All are, of course, coming at the start of what is almost certainly going to be the biggest month of the year releases-wise.
"},{"title":"Capcom's golden streak continues as Onimusha and Pragmata sell well, but Monster Hunter Wilds conspicuously absent from financial report","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/capcom-financial-report-onimusha-sales-pragmata-monster-hunter-wilds","date":"Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:32:33 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/IMG_6379.JPG?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Capcom has revealed updated sales figures for its new and successful games, including Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Pragmata, and Resident Evil Requiem. But for some reason, Monster Hunter Wilds is absent from the report.
"},{"title":"Valve addresses Steam's AI game cloning problem - by suggesting developers make their games less copyable","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/steam-ai-clone-game-problem-valve-response","date":"Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:43:53 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/needle-in-a-haystack-(1).jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Valve has responded to the worrying trend of games being cloned using generative-AI and sold on Steam, but instead of admonishing those games or promising to do something about them, it appears to have put the onus on developers to make their games less copyable.
"},{"title":"Mass Effect composer wants to rescore leaked internal ME Universe trailer to \"properly represent my musical vision\"","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/mass-effect-universe-trailer-rescore-composer-n7-day","date":"Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:40:48 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/bioware-breaks-down-mass-effect-legendary-editions-extensive-changes-1617748136618.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Mass Effect trilogy composer Sam Hulick has expressed his intent to rescore the tantalising trailer for BioWare's cancelled Mass Effect Universe for N7 day.
"},{"title":"Palworld studio still hopes to release the game on Switch 2 one day, despite being in a legal battle with Nintendo","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/palworld-switch-2-port-legal-battle-nintendo","date":"Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:03:01 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/palworld-grizzbolt-wielding-machine-gun-minigun.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Palworld, the survival crafting game featuring adorable animals seemingly inspired by Pokémon, has been embroiled in a legal battle with Nintendo over what the company alleges is patent infringement. But although the lawsuit is ongoing, Palworld developer Pocketpair still says it's keen to bring the game to Switch 2.
"},{"title":"As No Man's Sky arrives on mobile, Hello Games celebrates with a spooky update for all that includes delivery missions and \"seamless\" interstellar travel","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/no-mans-sky-forsaken-update-release-ipad-iphone","date":"Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/no-mans-sky-forsaken-header.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Today's the day iPhone and iPad owners finally get to boldly go into No Man's Sky's procedurally generated universe, adding two more devices to the game's already long list of compatible platforms. But developer Hello Games isn't stopping there. It's also launching a new update, Forsaken, for all players, bringing a bit of seasonal spookiness to the exploratory space sim.
"},{"title":"Dawn of War 4 may be the most generous RTS I've played","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/dawn-of-war-4-preview-most-generous-rts","date":"Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:53:43 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/dow-4-preview-header.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Maybe the best way to understand the kind of game Dawn of War 4 wants to be is through a single button. If you're playing a campaign mission in DoW 4 and you're not really feeling it, or you made a silly mistake right at the end and got summarily wiped by the AI, or maybe you're in a hurry and just really curious about what happens next in the story, you have a quietly revolutionary option to hand: you can just hit the 'skip mission' button, and move on.
"},{"title":"As Skydance merges with Warner Bros. and Paramount, the company offers voluntary redundancy and mandates return to the office","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/skydance-return-to-office-voluntary-buyouts","date":"Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:22:47 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/batman-arkham-spin-offs-gotham-knights.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Skydance - the newly formed corporate megazord combining Warner Bros and Paramount - has issued a full five-day return-to-office mandate to employees, and offered voluntary buyouts as the merging of the companies begins.
"},{"title":"\"We need to understand what the need is here\" - Arc Raiders studio still undecided about the future of PvE despite a seemingly successful test","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/arc-raiders-pve-mode-embark-undecided","date":"Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:58:27 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/Arc-Raiders_Riven-Tides-skins.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Arc Raiders recently ended its first-ever test for a dedicated PvE mode, following months of player requests. While feedback has generally been favourable, developer Embark has gone quiet about whether the mode will return as a permanent addition.
"},{"title":"Inside Buckshot Roulette developer Mike Klubnika's terrifically nasty horror universe of post-Soviet malaise","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/mike-klubnika-buckshot-roulette-machine-party-interview","date":"Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:45:33 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/machine-party-header.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
In Mike Klubnika's growing oeuvre of brilliantly deplorable games, the same elements tend to recur. First, smoking: deep, long drags to make the lungs burn and eyes water. Second, club music: hard and fast, accented with just a faint sense of melancholy. Third, guns: big and loud, usually aimed at you from point-blank range, ready to blow your brains out.
"},{"title":"Rockstar Games employees have locked in a union vote next month, and it'll take place over Grand Theft Auto 6's release window","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/rockstar-union-vote-november","date":"Wed, 28 Oct 2026 09:49:39 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/grand-theft-auto-6-sharing-beer-on-boat.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
A date has been locked in for Rockstar Games employees to vote on whether to recognise their developer union. If successful, it will become the largest recognised union across the entirety of the UK video games industry.
"},{"title":"GTA 6 is a massive 210GB download on PlayStation 5","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/gta-6-ps5-download-size","date":"Wed, 28 Oct 2026 09:14:37 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/PS5-ssd-slot-gta.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
There wasn't really any chance Grand Theft Auto 6 wasn't going to be a big download. Thanks to some new information, though, we now have a hard number.
"},{"title":"\"This is a serious incident\" - Kingdom Come: Deliverance developer Warhorse suffers cyberattack","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/warhorse-cyberattack-kingdom-come-deliverance","date":"Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:53:16 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/KCDII_Standard_KA_Unbranded.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Kingdom Come: Deliverance developer Warhorse Studios has confirmed it's suffered a \"serious\" cyberattack, saying it is currently working to determine the \"full extent\" of its impact.
"},{"title":"Revisiting Ecstatica - the pioneering survival horror that used its fancy ellipsoid graphics tech to fill its world with dongs","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/ecstatica-now-playing","date":"Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:36:35 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/ecstatica-5.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
There's a well-known phenomena in video games development known as time-to-penis. It's a somewhat tongue-in-cheek measurement of the time players, when given an exciting suite of new customisation tools, will take to create the first inevitable in-game dong. Ecstatica sort of implies it works the other way round too. That developers - when giddy with a new tech toy - can't always help themselves either. But maybe I'm getting a little ahead of myself.
"},{"title":"Roblox users have made a playable version of Counter-Strike and full, working PlayStation games that you can play right now","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/roblox-counter-strike-playstation-homepage-super-hot-simpsons-hit-and-run","date":"Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:01:29 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/roblox-logo.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\"){kind=logo}
Multiple remakes of beloved games including Counter Strike, The Simpsons: Hit and Run, and Super Hot, are available to play on Roblox right now. These have not been uploaded by the original game's creators.
"},{"title":"Nintendo is hosting a new Indie World showcase tomorrow, featuring games for Switch and Switch 2, and it'll be 15 minutes long","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/nintendo-new-indie-world-showcase-october-28","date":"Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:06:39 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/Nintendo-Indie-World-logo.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\"){kind=logo}
It's been a bumper year for Nintendo, with the likes of and Pokémon Pokopia kicking off 2026 in a very strong way for the company, and more recently with games like Fire Emblem and Nintendo Switch Sports Resort picking up strong scores for the platform holder.
"},{"title":"Phantom Blade Zero is asking players to free up 300GB of space for pre-loading, double its actual 145GB file size","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/phantom-blade-zero-300gb-pre-load-space","date":"Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:06:03 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/Phantom-Blade-Zero-review-header-1.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Pre-loads are live for Phantom Blade Zero, the debut action game from Chinese developer S-Game. Alongside news of the pre-load, the studio revealed the final set of PC requirements, including how much space the game is going to take up on your drive.
"},{"title":"Fan favourite map Shipment arrives today in Modern Warfare 4, just four days after launch - a new record for Call of Duty","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-4-shipment-map-date","date":"Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:42:58 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/modern-warfare-4-shipment-image-crop-1.jpeg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is getting a small update today that includes the latest iteration of Infinity Ward's iconic Shipment map. The map arrives just four days after Modern Warfare 4's launch last Friday, 23rd October, which is unusually quickly.
"},{"title":"Pokémon Unite closing down for good, but you'll still be able to use it afterwards, sort of","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/pokemon-unite-closing-date","date":"Tue, 27 Oct 2026 10:56:34 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/pokemon-unite-tier-header.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
That's it for Pokémon Unite. Tencent's once-popular MOBA is being switched off in March 2027. The Pokémon Company announced the news today, saying: \"We regret to inform you that service for Pokémon Unite will end on Tuesday, March 23, 2027, at 00:00 UTC.\"
"},{"title":"Composer shares 20 minutes of music created for Mass Effect 5 following tragic closure of BioWare","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/mass-effect-5-pitched-music-composer","date":"Tue, 27 Oct 2026 10:02:28 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/edi-mass-effect.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Austin Wintory has shared twenty minutes of music they pitched to BioWare and EA in hopes of joining the Mass Effect 5 development team, following the tragic closure of BioWare last week.
"},{"title":"AI fan wikis riddled with errors are muddying the waters of an already contested part of games culture","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/ai-fan-wikis-errors-complicating-games-culture","date":"Tue, 27 Oct 2026 10:00:41 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/gamedb-wiki-header.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Recently, I was writing a piece about Nighthawks and wanted to remind myself of some basic information about the companion characters. As I have a thousand times before, I put the question into Google and clicked the first result: the Nighthawks Wiki.
"},{"title":"Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced's final major update adds long-awaited New Game Plus, new Nightmare difficulty and much more","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/assassins-creed-black-flag-resynced-new-game-plus-final-update","date":"Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:18:45 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/black-flag-review.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
After a period of quiet and a few small updates, Ubisoft has unveiled a massive update coming today to Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced. This is the game's last major patch and it includes some long-requested features.
"},{"title":"Mass Effect fans ramp up efforts to save BioWare's RPG series with a Times Square billboard and plans for more ads outside The Game Awards","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/mass-effect-fans-save-rpg-times-square","date":"Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:07:29 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/Untitled-2_81p0NEm.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Fans continue to rally around the 'Save Mass Effect' movement, this time with a billboard at Times Square and more initiatives planned throughout the rest of the year.
"},{"title":"Amid sweeping layoffs at Xbox and massive AI investments, Microsoft introduces a \"Voluntary Exit Offer\" to 60,000 workers","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/xbox-ai-microsoft-voluntary-exit-offer-60000","date":"Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:44:22 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/xbox-logo_OJRhRlL.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\"){kind=logo}
Xbox isn't the only Microsoft division looking to massively reduce worker headcounts. In fact, Microsoft has just announced a \"Voluntary Exit Offer\" that will essentially pay staff to move in front of any potential layoffs and voluntarily leave their jobs.
"},{"title":"Ghost of Yotei studio Sucker Punch reportedly lays off 26 developers \"after carefully observing the challenges in the market\"","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/ghost-of-yotei-sucker-punch-lays-off-developers","date":"Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:48:33 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/ghost-of-yotei-review-header-(1).png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Layoffs have reportedly hit Sucker Punch, the PlayStation-owned studio behind the Sly Cooper series, Infamous and last year's Ghost of Yotei.
"},{"title":"The 13 scariest, spookiest video games you should play this Halloween","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/13-scariest-spookiest-video-games-this-halloween","date":"Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:29:45 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/spooky-header.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
The nights are drawing in, which can only mean one thing: more bed. But also the impending frights and sights of All Hallow's Eve. Yes, the season of good fear is upon us again, summoning visions of cardboard box robot costumes and other, more devilish things.
"},{"title":"Control loreheads shouldn't put too much stock into what The Board says in Control Resonant - the devs say it's \"basically gibberish\"","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/control-resonant-the-board-dialogue-crafted-gibberish","date":"Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:10:30 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/control-the-board-grab-1.jpeg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
One of Control and Control Resonant's most memorable stylistic choices is how The Board - an alien entity whose true nature is a mystery, and whose morals and motivations are never made clear - communicates with the player.
"},{"title":"As beloved Dishonored studio faces closure, Xbox agrees union request to extend negotiations deadline in hope of saving 217 jobs","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/arkane-lyon-consultation-period-extended-december","date":"Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:47:30 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/marvels-blade-header.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Xbox has extended Arkane Lyon's consultation period by around a month, as the search for a new owner continues. If one isn't found, the studio will likely be shut down.
"},{"title":"After a year of testing, one of Steam's best features is finally out of beta, making it easier to find games you might actually like","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/steam-personal-calendar-full-release","date":"Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:06:37 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/steam-personal-calendar-final-release-crop-1.jpeg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Steam's Personal Calendar, a feature Valve has been testing for nearly a year, has finally left beta and is now available for everyone.
"},{"title":"Despite initial player concerns, Capcom feels good about Onimusha: Way of the Sword's difficulty, and says it has the data to prove it got it right","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/onimusha-way-of-the-sword-enemy-difficulty-capcom","date":"Mon, 26 Oct 2026 12:32:53 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/onimusha-way-of-the-sword-gameplay-screen-3.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Even before Onimusha: Way of the Sword came out, the topic of enemy and encounter difficulty was a contentious one. The pre-launch demo had players divided; Dom found the combat exciting and challenging, likening it to the Nioh series, whereas I thought it was a little too easy, almost like the game played itself.
"},{"title":"Shenmue 3: Enhanced Edition has been delayed to \"get everything right\"","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/shenmue-3-enhanced-edition-delayed","date":"Mon, 26 Oct 2026 12:05:37 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/shenmue-3_DWM0Moa.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Grab your nearest forklift operator and make sure they're sitting down. Shenmue 3: Enhanced Edition has been delayed to 2027 in order to, as publisher Inin Games puts it, \"get everything right\".
"},{"title":"Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 players are calling for a PvE-only version of its DMZ mode - just like every extraction shooter before it","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-4-dmz-pve-petition","date":"Mon, 26 Oct 2026 09:56:30 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/modern-warfare-4-dmz-helicopter-1.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is officially out for all players, and its extraction shooter mode DMZ is looking to be particularly popular. And unsurprisingly, the mode's popularity has brought a longstanding player request back in the spotlight: many DMZ players have been asking developer Infinity Ward to provide a PvE-only variant of the extraction mode.
"},{"title":"Canadian political party leader blames BioWare's closure on private equity, says government should help former employees buy it back","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/canadian-politician-bioware-employees-buy-studio-federal-support","date":"Mon, 26 Oct 2026 09:53:04 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/mass-effect-legendary-edition-husks.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
In the wake of EA's tragic shuttering of BioWare last week, a leader of one of Canada's New Democratic Party has spoken out about the perils of private equity, and said BioWare employees should be able to buy the studio with \"federal support\".
"},{"title":"Phantom Blade Zero review","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/phantom-blade-zero-review-1","date":"Mon, 26 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/Phantom-Blade-Zero-review-review-header-2.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
I wasn't around to witness the golden age of Martial Arts cinema, but there are moments in Phantom Blade Zero that make me feel as though I've tumbled through a crack in time onto the set of a kung fu film. There's one particular encounter that sticks in my mind. Approaching a group of enemies in a shaded valley, I slowly raise my sword, and the first enemy rushes at me. Fool. I perfectly parry the blow, performing a slow-motion somersault to land behind him and plant my sword firmly in his back. The next guy comes running in, and I kick him in the face while simultaneously stabbing the previous enemy in the throat. A third joins the fray - this one on horseback - so I boot him off his horse, and use his steed to trample his helpless friend into the dust. Then, at last, there is silence.
"},{"title":"187K+ fans call for EA to \"Save Mass Effect\"","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/save-mass-effect-petition","date":"Sun, 25 Oct 2026 18:50:44 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/mass_effect_brighter.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
A petition created to save BioWare's well-loved sci-fi RPG, Mass Effect, has topped 187,000 signatures.
"},{"title":"Call of Duty movie will explore the \"cost of war\", says director","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/call-of-duty-movie-cost-of-war","date":"Sun, 25 Oct 2026 18:12:35 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/MW4_CAM_009_BRANDED.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
The Call of Duty movie will explore \"the cost of war\" and probably won't be as graphically violent as director Peter Berg's upcoming Netflix film, The Mosquito Bowl.
"},{"title":"Elden Ring movie has a budget of nearly $200 million","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/elden-ring-movie-a24-budget-200-million","date":"Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:37:14 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/elden-ring-world-tree.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
A24's live-action Elden Ring movie is reportedly set to cost almost $200 million, making it the most expensive film the studio has ever made.
"},{"title":"An officially licensed Knightmare game, based on the British TV show, is coming next year","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/knightmare-game-free-pc-original-cast","date":"Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:32:00 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/Screenshot-2026-10-25-at-14.26.43.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
A free point-and-click adventure based on Knightmare, the cult ITV children's show, is in development.
"},{"title":"Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2 is more than a retread of Netflix's beloved first season - it's a story that truly understands what it means to exist in Night City","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/cyberpunk-edgerunners-season-2-major-theme","date":"Sun, 25 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/ER2_D_1.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Last night, I sat down with a greasy pizza and a few bottles of beer and braced myself for 10 episodes of heartbreak. Cyberpunk: Edgerunners' second season is out, and it follows in the footsteps of Studio Trigger's beloved, and tragic, debut. My expectations were way off.
"},{"title":"Stalker 2's next update has already leaked","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/stalker-2-update-2-1-zone-lookout-playstation-asia-leak","date":"Sat, 24 Oct 2026 18:08:22 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/S.T.A.L.K.E.R.-2_-Heart-of-Chornobyl-%E2%80%94-Launch-Trailer-1-18-screenshot.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
PlayStation Asia has reportedly leaked details of an unannounced update coming to Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl, 2.1, next week.
"},{"title":"FBI investigating theft of more than 6000 PSA-graded trading cards, including almost 3000 Pokémon cards","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/fbi-investigates-psa-graded-card-theft-pokemon","date":"Sat, 24 Oct 2026 17:17:53 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/detective-pikachu-short.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
The FBI and Santa Ana police are investigating the theft of 6451 PSA-graded cards, including nearly 3000 Pokémon cards, from a FedEx truck in California.
"},{"title":"Mass Effect Universe \"looked incredible\" says creator who claims he advised BioWare","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/mass-effect-universe-details-dantics-claims","date":"Sat, 24 Oct 2026 14:26:27 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/mass-effect-shepard-sad.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
A content creator who claims to have served on a BioWare community council has shared alleged details about the cancelled next Mass Effect game, titled Mass Effect Universe.
"},{"title":"Prime Video's Fallout reality competition Fallout Shelter: The Experiment premieres in January","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/fallout-shelter-the-experiment-prime-video-release-date","date":"Sat, 24 Oct 2026 13:30:30 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/Screenshot-2026-10-24-at-14.23.03.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Prime Video's Fallout reality competition, Fallout Shelter: The Experiment, will premiere on 13th January 2027.
"},{"title":"Xbox's first chief operating officer Helen Chiang leaves Microsoft just three months into the job","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/xbox-coo-helen-chiang-leaves-microsoft","date":"Sat, 24 Oct 2026 12:57:17 +0000","desc":" UPDATE 6.00pm (UK): In a formal statement, Xbox told Eurogamer: \"We don't discuss individual personnel matters. We're grateful for Helen's years of service and wish her well\".
"},{"title":"What we've been playing - \"Shoving Moon Flesh into an alien grandma's mouth\"","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/what-weve-been-playing-warframe-over-the-hill-switch-sports-resort","date":"Sat, 24 Oct 2026 07:00:00 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/warframe-moon-header.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Hello, it is me, your regular weekend host Mertie and I am here once again to guide you gently into Saturday with our usual feature What We've Been Playing, where we write a little about the games we've been, yes, playing. This week, Bertie - before fleeing for a well-deserved break and leaving me with the keys to the place - runs a one-on-one D&D game; Connor plays with his Moon Flesh in Warframe, and I've been serenely gallivanting over yonder hills.
"},{"title":"Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto says even if gen-AI \"were to eventually handle everything, there will always be a role left\" for human designers","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/nintendo-shigeru-miyamoto-gen-ai","date":"Fri, 23 Oct 2026 20:12:34 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/miyamoto-pikmin_WgJYOUw.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Legendary Nintendo developer Shigeru Miyamoto - who led development on classic games such as Super Mario 64 and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time - has argued that the rise of generative AI tools won't necessarily replace human talent.
"},{"title":"With Minecraft and Diablo shows already on the way, Netflix reportedly offered Xbox $500m for a bigger film and TV deal","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/netflix-500m-xbox-film-tv-rights","date":"Fri, 23 Oct 2026 18:38:57 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/halo-series-2-trailer_AH4XfUB.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
A deal between Netflix and Xbox has supposedly fallen through because of one minor quibble: Netflix wanted to adapt the console maker's games for $500m, not $800m.
"},{"title":"As devastating Xbox \"reset\" continues, Dishonored studio Arkane Lyon reportedly only has until November to find a new buyer before it's closed","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/xbox-layoffs-marvels-blade-arkane-lyon-closure","date":"Fri, 23 Oct 2026 18:09:03 +0000","desc":" After getting caught up in Xbox CEO Asha Sharma's devastating layoffs and cuts earlier this year, Arkane Lyon - the beloved immersive sim studio behind the likes of Dishonored and Deathloop - reportedly only has until November to find a buyer. If the search fails, it will be shut down.
"},{"title":"Mass Effect crossover items have seemingly been removed from Battlefield 6 following EA's sudden closure of BioWare","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/mass-effect-battlefield-6-crossover-bioware-closure","date":"Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:19:50 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/maxresdefault_wbxErkr.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
After EA's sudden shutdown of developer BioWare, upcoming crossover items themed around Mass Effect appear to have been removed from Battlefield 6.
"},{"title":"\"Why the f**k would they add a perk like that?\" - Modern Warfare 4 DMZ players are up in arms over the ability to self-revive","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/modern-warfare-4-dmz-playing-possum-perk-broke","date":"Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:55:40 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/modern-warfare-dmz-rose-edit.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Modern Warfare 4's DMZ extraction shooter mode has only been out for two days - and only for those who pre-ordered the game - but already players are up in arms over a particular trait that allows competitors to revive themselves after being killed.
"},{"title":"Half-Life 3 is back in the news again as Valve developer accidentally sort-of references it in public, reigniting hope once more","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/half-life-3-developer-references-codename-public","date":"Fri, 23 Oct 2026 12:43:22 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/half-life-2-art-crop.jpg?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
It's been 19 years since the release of Half-Life 2: Episode 2, and yet the ceaseless clamour for a Valve game with a number '3' in its title continues. And following a swell of reports suggesting Half-Life 3 isn't just real, its development is well underway, a Valve developer has gone and sent the internet a-chatter all over again by publicly, albeit accidentally, referencing its codename during a livestream.
"},{"title":"Phantom Blade Zero isn't even out yet, but it could be 'one of the year's breakout hits' as it shifts half a million copies on Steam alone","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/phantom-blade-zero-hit-not-out","date":"Fri, 23 Oct 2026 12:33:45 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/Phantom-Blade-Zero---Release-Date-Announcement-Trailer-_-PS5-Games-0-48-screenshot.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Chinese action game Phantom Blade Zero already appears to be outperforming massive games like Gears of War: E-Day and Control Resonant on Steam, despite still being days from release.
"},{"title":"Flashy internal trailer for now-cancelled Mass Effect Universe appears online, following EA's closure of BioWare","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/mass-effect-universe-trailer-leak-real","date":"Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:11:49 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/The-Next-Mass-Effect---Official-Teaser-Trailer-1-20-screenshot.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
An internal trailer for the cancelled Mass Effect game that was in-development at BioWare prior to its closure this week has appeared online. It's confirmed to be real, too, amid some initial suspicions it may have been an AI generated fake.
"},{"title":"Smash Bros. director Masahiro Sakurai thinks gen-AI will cause a surge of unoriginal games, but says human creativity can't be replicated","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/smash-bros-masahiro-sakurai-generative-ai-unoriginal-games","date":"Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:00:49 +0000","desc":"![](\"https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/Kirby-Air-Riders-Direct-8.19.2025-27-3-screenshot.png?width=690&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp\")
Masahiro Sakurai has spoken about the pitfalls of generative AI use in game development, saying that while he believes the technology will result in a surge of unoriginal video games, human creativity - such as that shown by designers like Ico's Fumito Ueda - can't be replicated.
"},{"title":"Farewell BioWare, you inspired so many of us, and you deserved so much better than this","link":"https://www.eurogamer.net/farewell-bioware-closed-ea","date":"Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:45:25 +0000","desc":" Oof. I expected this day to come but the news has left me winded nonetheless; BioWare, the creator of so many beloved role-playing series and games - Mass Effect, Dragon Age, Baldur's Gate, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic - has been closed. EA decided it had no place for it under its new Saudi and private investment ownership. So Mass Effect 5 has been canned, and a studio that helped shape an industry and popularise role-playing games over the course of 31 years is no more.
"}],"gamespot":[{"title":"EA Just Shelved A Mysterious Sims Project—That Could Be Good News For Players","link":"https://www.gamespot.com/articles/ea-just-shelved-a-mysterious-sims-project-that-could-be-good-news-for-players/","date":"Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:46:06 +0000","desc":"\nIt's been another rough year for video games, with countless studio closures, staff layoffs, and projects that barely managed to even get off the ground before they were unceremoniously cut short. But things are feeling especially grim after EA trotted out two beloved franchises--Mass Effect and Dragon Age--for what amounted to a public execution via the announcement that BioWare has been shuttered.
\n\n\n\nThis was especially painful for Mass Effect players, who were looking forward to the upcoming Mass Effect 5, which we now know was tentatively titled Mass Effect: Universe. But it's not just BioWare fans who are upset at the moment. Fans of EA's other properties are growing increasingly concerned about the future of those franchises, if any future is planned for them at all. My colleague Levi Winslow recently wrote about their concerns for the Skate franchise in the wake of layoffs at its development studio. Meanwhile, I'm quite worried about the fate of The Sims.
\n\n\n\nIn the same breath it announced the end of BioWare, EA also reaffirmed its commitment to Apex Legends, Skate, and The Sims franchises. But everyone knows that when it comes to profits, EA's sports titles outrun its other IPs by a country mile. If EA is willing to pull the plug on legacy franchises like Mass Effect and Dragon Age, where does that leave its other franchises, like The Sims 4?
\n\n\n\nAccording to EA, Sims fans need not worry, as the company is committed to \"focusing on the long-term potential of The Sims.\" Apparently, focusing on that long-term potential involves shelving a project The Sims team has been working on for years: Project Rene, AKA Project Lotus, AKA the nebulous next entry in The Sims franchise, which appears to be some kind of weird Sims MMO mobile game thing. Instead, EA will be focusing on Project Evergreen, which is rumored to be a sort of remaster of The Sims 4, with all (or most) DLC packs included, and recurring bugs squashed.
\n\n\n\n\"We're supporting this franchise by pausing work on one of the next titles in this franchise\" doesn't exactly inspire confidence, especially after the nonchalance with which EA just killed two other beloved game franchises. But I think this actually might be the right move.
\n\n\n\nIt's been a bumpy couple of years for The Sims, and many players aren't particularly enthused about Project Rene/Lotus, as it seems to be once again trying to recreate The Sims Online, something EA has tried to rebuild over and over. In fact, much of the reason The Sims 4 launched in such awful shape was due to the fact that it was initially meant to be an MMO-style game that could run on mobile devices. Less than a year before launch, EA pivoted to a more traditional Sims game--but by then, so much of the game had been built with online play and mobile devices in mind that it was too late to turn back. Despite releasing over 100 DLC packs and embarking on a concentrated campaign to squash the game's many, many, many bugs, longtime Sims players are still frustrated with the state of The Sims 4, often pointing out the numerous ways it pales in comparison to its predecessor, The Sims 3.
\n\n\n\nThe Sims 4 is officially \"done\" in that there are no plans to release any more expansion packs for the game. When it comes to the future of the franchise, most players don't want the next Sims title to be yet another attempt at shoehorning online and/or mobile gameplay into a game that is, at its core, all about building and playing with digital dolls in their digital dollhouses. So EA's decision to hit pause on Project Rene/Lotus's development isn't something I find especially heartbreaking. In fact, I think it's the first truly wise decision EA's made regarding the franchise in a long time, provided EA actually plans to support Project Evergreen long-term (which the name Evergreen would suggest).
\n\n\n\nSims 4 players don't want Project Rene, but they do want either The Sims 5 or a complete, playable version of The Sims 4--ideally one that doesn't require the purchase of $1,600 in DLC packs to feel \"finished.\" Hitting pause on its weird, experimental Sims projects in favor of attempting to preserve The Sims 4 in a stable, playable, \"evergreen\" state is arguably the best decision EA could make, given the current state of both EA and The Sims franchise. Pouring resources into a concept that has failed before (online MMO-style Sims gameplay) rather than a tried-and-true formula (a digital dollhouse) would only harm the franchise at this point.
\n\n\n\n![\"Promo](\"https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Rene.png?w=636\")
Of course, there's no telling what kind of shape Project Evergreen will launch in, assuming it does successfully make it to launch. It sounds like the Evergreen devs have a deadline to hit--hence the reshuffling of resources away from Rene/Lotus--but even with the increase in development resources, there's no guarantee Evergreen will be a massive hit with players.
\n\n\n\nProvided the rest of development does go smoothly and Evergreen is indeed well-received by players, it may still fall short of EA's goals when it comes to profits. EA has spent the last decade doing everything possible to monetize the living hell out of The Sims 4, a game that--unlike EA's lucrative sports catalog--is largely intended to be a solitary gaming experience that doesn't require online play. Back in the olden days of The Sims 1, 2, and 3, players would purchase the base game, a few expansion packs, and maybe a couple of \"stuff packs\" for extra decor options, but that was all one really needed to enjoy the game.
\n\n\n\nThe Sims 4, however, introduced an era of seemingly endless DLC: expansion packs, game packs, stuff packs, kits--there are over 100 of them, ranging in cost from $40 to $5, and totaling around $1,600 if purchased individually outside of sales and bundles. In addition to the constant stream of DLC releases, EA has in recent years implemented daily login rewards, various events and challenges, and even a paid mod store nobody asked for--all in the hopes of getting players to spend more time and money on The Sims 4. For a while there, I half-expected EA to implement a Sims 4 battle pass.
\n\n\n\n![\"A](\"https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Gardening.png?w=636\")
There's no telling what sort of irritating monetization tactics we'll see in Project Evergreen, but at the very least, Evergreen sounds like an attempt to try and maintain the series' roots, rather than continue chasing the mobile MMO Roblox-like direction Project Lotus seemed to be taking. Even better, Evergreen may turn out to be the game Sims players have been aching for since The Sims 4 launched to middling reviews back in 2014: a game that isn't fundamentally broken and lacking in content.
\n\n\n\nThe real question is if Evergreen will be successful enough to keep The Sims franchise alive. Given that EA's new owners were happy to kill off what was shaping up to be a potentially great Mass Effect game, it's not hard to imagine a world where the Grim Reaper inevitably comes for The Sims, regardless of whether players love or hate Project Evergreen. After all, feelings don't generate dollar signs, and EA's new owners have made one thing abundantly clear: killing off an iconic franchise is \"worth it\" if it saves EA a few Simoleons.
\n","media":"https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/GrimReaper.png?w=300"},{"title":"CoD: Modern Warfare To Cut Real-Life Korean Tragedy Segment After Backlash","link":"https://www.gamespot.com/articles/cod-modern-warfare-to-cut-real-life-korean-tragedy-segment-after-backlash/","date":"Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:42:23 +0000","desc":"\nPublisher Activision has responded to criticism over using a devastating tragedy in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, saying that the incident will be removed from the military shooter in a November 12 update.
\n\n\n\nThe Seoul Halloween crowd crush occurred in October 2022 in Itaewon. Approximately 100,000 people gathered in a narrow alleyway in Seoul, resulting in 160 casualties as people were suffocated. This year marks the fourth anniversary of the tragedy, with bereaved families and community organizers gathering to remember the lives that were lost.
\n\n\n\nModern Warfare 4 hit consoles and PC on October 23, and not long after its release, the game drew criticism from bereaved Korean families. In the opening cutscene to the game's campaign--which focuses on a fictional war between North and South Korea--Modern Warfare 4 depicts a chaotic scene where one person performs CPR on a downed individual, while bodies are either laid out on the streets or carried away on stretchers. Given the game's setting and the events on screen, the 10.29 Itaewon Disaster Bereaved Families Association and the Citizens' Countermeasures Meeting--two organizations formed after the 2022 tragedy in Seoul--were \"appalled\" at the calamity's inclusion and demanded that Activision remove it from the game.
\n\n\n\n\"Using such an incident as material for a game intended for entertainment purposes is itself highly inappropriate and a senseless act,\" the groups said, according to the BBC. \"The Itaewon tragedy was a tragic disaster that produced hundreds of casualties, and citizens who participated in the rescue efforts or witnessed the event at the time continue to suffer from trauma. If the game developer has even a minimum level of courtesy and empathy toward the victims, they should promptly take corrective measures.\"
\n\n\n\nActivision has heard the call and plans to remove the depiction from Modern Warfare 4 when an update arrives on November 12. In responding to the criticism, Activision said it never intended to trivialize the disaster or make light of human suffering.
\n\n\n\n\"In developing Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, we approached the subject matter with care and respect. The game’s opening cinematic utilises some real-world news coverage to establish the game’s fictional narrative,\" Activision said. \"It is not intended to reference or trivialise the Itaewon disaster or any other real-world tragedy in any way, shape or form.\"
\n","media":"https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/codmw4-image.jpg?w=300"},{"title":"Phantom Blade Zero’s Lead Voice Actor Was Seemingly Replaced At The Last Minute","link":"https://www.gamespot.com/articles/phantom-blade-zero-lead-voice-actor-was-seemingly-replaced-at-the-last-minute/","date":"Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:21:48 +0000","desc":"\nThere's a new voice behind the protagonist of Soul in Phantom Blade Zero, and it's none other than Sonic the Hedgehog--or his longtime voice actor, Roger Craig Smith, to be precise.
\n\n\n\nAs spotted by Game Informer, Smith has stepped in to replace Jay Maksenuk (V in Once Human). You can still hear the latter in the various trailers for Phantom Blade Zero, and developer S-Game hasn't revealed why they brought Smith on as a last-minute replacement. Both actors have several video game credits, and as Game Informer noted, it sounds like Masenuk was replaced shortly after the game's review period began. Essentially, you won't be hearing Masenuk's voice, as the game launched earlier this week with Craig voicing the main character.
\n\n\n\nYou're probably familiar with Craig's voice; in addition to Sonic and Batman, he's also voiced Ezio Auditore in several Assassin's Creed games, Daigo Dojima in Yakuza Kiwami 3, and Alden Dorne in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. As a friendly reminder, set a hard limit on how much coffee Smith consumes if you're thinking of interviewing him.
\n\n\n\nPhantom Blade Zero has had a strong launch week so far, reaching over 730,000 concurrent players on Steam at the time of writing. If you're planning to play this weekend, check out our Phantom Blade Zero guides hub for dozens of walkthroughs, and if you're still on the fence, read our Phantom Blade Zero review to see if it's for you. You can also learn how it fixes one of the biggest problems of soulslike-inspired boss fights.
\n\n\n\n\n","media":"https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Roger-has-had-too-much-coffee.jpg?w=300"},{"title":"New Assassin’s Creed Game Is Out Now, If You Don’t Mind Being Board","link":"https://www.gamespot.com/articles/new-assassins-creed-game-is-out-now-if-you-dont-mind-being-board/","date":"Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:54:30 +0000","desc":"\nIf you thought there wasn't going to be a new Assassin's Creed game this year, think again. It's not a video game, but Assassin's Creed: Animus is out today, turning the series into an adventure-style board game for 1-4 players.
\n\n\n\nA competitive game that pits players against each other as they explore distinct eras from the video games, Assassin's Creed: Animus features four protagonists to choose from in its standard edition: Eivor, Ezio, Altair, and Connor. The Collector's Edition, meanwhile, expands to 10 eras and features 16 protagonists, adding game characters like Edward Kenway, Jacob and Evie Frye, and Kassandra.
\n\n\n\nYou and up to three of your friends (or you alone) work to complete objectives across these eras, taking down assassination targets in the way you see fit via \"memory blocks.\" Whether you go in with your sword drawn or engage in a sneakier approach is up to you.
\n\n\n\nThe standard version of Assassin's Creed: Animus is available to order now for $65, while the limited Collector's Edition costs $229. Alongside the extra characters and eras, this version comes with a storage box, acrylic tokens, a metal Piece of Eden, a cloth token bag, \"special event cards,\" and an Animus Card Holder.
\n\n\n\n\n","media":"https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/AC-Animus.jpg?w=300"},{"title":"EA Reportedly Chose An Unannounced Star Wars Game Over BioWare’s Next Mass Effect","link":"https://www.gamespot.com/articles/ea-reportedly-chose-an-unannounced-star-wars-game-over-biowares-next-mass-effect/","date":"Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:29:30 +0000","desc":"\nEA recently announced it was shutting down BioWare, ending a studio responsible for multiple hit games over 30 years. According to a new report, EA's decision was driven by economics, as it had to choose between funding a new Mass Effect and backing the safer bet, Star Wars: Battlefront 3.
\n\n\n\nBloomberg's Jason Schreier reported that EA had to choose between two costly projects, and with the added pressure of paying off $18 billion in leveraged debt after its sale to a business consortium and Saudi Arabia's investment fund, Battlefront 3 made more financial sense. To add insult to injury, Battlefront 3 isn't even in development yet, and it hasn't been officially announced.
\n\n\n\n\"They chose to invest in Star Wars and shut down BioWare as a result, said the people familiar, speaking anonymously because they were not authorized to talk to the press,\" Schreier wrote. \"Star Wars: Battlefront 3 has not even begun development yet, but EA executives saw it as a less risky, more predictable bet than a new Mass Effect--and the publisher behind Battlefield has always been more comfortable with shooters than RPGs.\"
\n\n\n\nSchreier added that \"corporate politics\" may have also influenced the decision, as one of the studio's key advocates, senior EA exec Laura Miele, was reportedly sidelined when EA Sports veterans David Tinson and Cam Weber were promoted. BioWare also experienced several flops over the last decade, with Mass Effect: Andromeda, Anthem, and Dragon Age: The Veilguard failing to meet sales expectations, which further influenced EA's decision to shut down the studio.
\n\n\n\nAfter BioWare's closure, more details on its Mass Effect project have emerged. A trailer for Mass Effect: Universe was posted online last week; the game's details made it sound like a sci-fi version of John Wick, and video game composer Austin Wintory shared an experimental score as part of his Mass Effect audition tape.
\n","media":"https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/BioWare-shut-down.jpg?w=300"},{"title":"GTA 6’s Attention To Detail Is Getting A Little Ridiculous","link":"https://www.gamespot.com/articles/gta-6-attention-to-detail-is-getting-a-little-ridiculous/","date":"Fri, 30 Oct 2026 14:18:36 +0000","desc":"\nOnly a few more weeks remain before Grand Theft Auto 6 launches on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, and while Rockstar Games recently lifted the lid on its big open-world sequel, that's still not enough. There's definitely value in approaching a game with as little knowledge as possible so that you can enjoy any potential surprises, but we're not those people.
\n\n\n\nInstead, senior video producer Jake Dekker decided to grab a folder of high-resolution GTA 6 screenshots--a whole 99 of them, not including the promotional images for GTA 6's Ultimate Edition--and analyzed dozens of them for hidden details. Here's what he found in the first part of his JPEG investigations.
\n\n\n\nUnsurprisingly, GTA 6 is loaded with small details, callbacks to previous games in the series, and some technical wizardry. There are frazzled beards, the subtle effects of gravity, realistic scars, and even NPCs showing what the ravages of time and a tropical climate can do to flesh, proving GTA 6's location of Leonida is packed to the gills with small touches. One of the best hidden details in these screenshots is the hard currency: Every dollar bill is printed right in the United States of Paranoia. Hey, it's legal tender in a video game!
\n\n\n\nFor more GTA 6 investigations, you can check out several more videos from the team. They've analyzed how immersive the game will be, from its introduction of a fuel economy to a closer look at how actions have consequences. In other GTA 6 news, you can read about how the cops will release the hounds to catch you, how you can be a crappy person to NPCs, and how big the game's map will be (spoiler: pretty big).
\n\n\n\nLegendary rocker Cliff Richard also recently learned that some of his music is in GTA 6, and while he's not entirely clued up on the game franchise, he's still happy that his 1976 song \"Devil Woman\" is reaching a new audience.
\n","media":"https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/gta-6-dude-chilling.jpg?w=300"},{"title":"Don’t Expect Destiny 3 At The Game Awards, Bungie Says","link":"https://www.gamespot.com/articles/dont-expect-destiny-3-at-the-game-awards-bungie-says/","date":"Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:33:59 +0000","desc":"\nDestiny's future lies in its past, as Bungie is working to bring content from the infamous Destiny vault back to the game. Big plans are in place to rework fan-favorite campaigns like the Red War and Forsaken back into Destiny 2, and while that content won't be out for quite a while, Bungie has also detailed what you should not expect from the studio as the year winds down. Long story short: Don't expect to see Destiny 3 teased at The Game Awards.
\n\n\n\n\"Knowing we are early in incubating our future and actively working on projects to bridge us to that new home, don't expect us to make a Destiny announcement at the TGAs this year, or to randomly drop a logo that sets the world on fire right away,\" head of product Josh Deane wrote.
\n\n\n\nBungie says it secured an \"initial greenlight to begin scoping the work\" back in June, and a yet-to-be-revealed studio will help with its Destiny legacy content revival. To keep fans up to date, the studio has unveiled a progress bar, with which will signal when major milestones have been reached:
\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Destiny-2-progress-bar.jpg?w=636\")
\"Right now, we are in our pre-production, proof-of-work stage where we will ensure the process is working and hitting our quality bar as we port the legacy content. We expect this part of the process to last until roughly January/February. From that point we expect full production will be about 12 months. to fully complete the porting process. It’s a lot of content,\" Deane added.
\n\n\n\nWhat else is on the Destiny horizon? Deane said that players can look forward to \"anchor\" events, like a new celebration in Destiny 2 similar to Moments of Triumph, and Destiny Legacy, which Deane described as being \"the whole experience\" that needs to be served to where players are today. While the wording was vague, it sounds as if Destiny 1 content might come to Destiny 2. Deane said more information will be revealed next year, and both announcements will feature a new progress bar in February. Bungie also teased a mystery third project.
\n\n\n\nOverall, Bungie says it's on track with plans to unvault Destiny 2 content, has plans to celebrate the franchise, and is \"building a new future\" for Destiny. At the same time, Bungie is also continuing to make big changes to its extraction shooter Marathon, which launched earlier this year. March 2027 could be make or break for the game, as it continues to build out connected PvE, PvP, and PvEvP experiences, as well as options for solo players and crews.
\n","media":"https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Destiny-2-TFS.jpg?w=300"},{"title":"Patrick Stewart Dies At 86","link":"https://www.gamespot.com/articles/patrick-stewart-dies-at-86/","date":"Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:55:01 +0000","desc":"\nBeloved actor Patrick Stewart has died at the age of 86. The veteran of stage and screen was best known for his many years as Star Trek's Jean-Luc Picard and X-Men's Charles Xavier, though he also had notable roles in video games, including The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion and Castlevania: Lords of Shadow.
\n\n\n\n\"We announce with grew sorrow the passing of Sir Patrick Stewart yesterday at his home in Los Angeles, in the loving care of his beloved wife Sunny, following a brief and poignant journey with Alzheimer's Disease and Lewy Body Dimentia\" a statement on his official Instagram reads. \"He has been held in the warm embrace of family and friends, surrounded by live music, prayer, tears, laughter, and the kind of profound emotion that only he could inspire after a lifetime of devotion to us all. We will forever cherish the peaceful ease and reflection on his face, an enduring reminder of his invincible grace.\"
\n\n\n\nStewart's role as Picard made him a household name, and following the conclusion of Star Trek: The Next Generation, he reprised the role in several Star Trek films as well as the series Star Trek: Picard.
\n\n\n\nThough best known for his live-action roles like Picard and Xavier, Stewart was also known for his iconic voice. Alongside the aforementioned games like Oblivion and Castlevania: Lords of Shadow (and its sequel), Stewart had voice roles in everything from American Dad to The Prince of Egypt. He also narrated the Ted movies, with his friend Ian McKellen taking over the role for the recent Ted series on Peacock.
\n\n\n\n\n","media":"https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/pat-stew.webp?w=300"},{"title":"WoW: Forever Won’t Have Dead Servers","link":"https://www.gamespot.com/articles/wow-forever-wont-have-dead-servers/","date":"Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:53:15 +0000","desc":"\nWorld of Warcraft: Forever will avoid repeating WoW Classic's mistakes and will have tools to prevent \"dead\" or \"unsustainable\" server rulesets, Blizzard said.
\n\n\n\nIn the past, various WoW Classic servers became \"dead\" over time, as players either stopped playing or transferred to other servers. Those massive drops in population had major ramifications for players left on the server being unable to find groups for raids or dungeons, as well as for the server's economy and auction house. In some extreme cases, Blizzard gave away free character transfers so players could leave their \"dead\" servers behind.
\n\n\n\nWhile Forever is going a different route with what are essentially mega servers tailored around specific rulesets, some players might still have anxiety when it comes to picking a ruleset that will be a healthy place to play long-term.
\n\n\n\nIn the latest episode of the WoW: Forever podcast, Blizzard said it has tools it can use if a ruleset's population becomes \"unsustainable.\" Senior game designer Josh Greenfield gave the example of Forever's separate RP and (newly added) RP-PvP server rulesets. He said there were initially concerns about splitting up the RP community, fearing that one or both of the rulesets wouldn't be able to stand the test of time. He said Blizzard now believes \"it will be fine,\" but does have options should the worst happen.
\n\n\n\n\"If someday down the line, if something happens and one or both of those populations can't quite sustain themselves, we have options if we do need to say link up their auction houses or allow them to group for instanced content,\" Greenfield said.
\n\n\n\nGreenfield said it's not something Blizzard will jump to unless absolutely necessary and that it's committed to its current separate-ruleset path. Blizzard debated the idea of rulesets during Forever's development and discussed letting players from different rulesets group together for instanced content or combining auction houses.
\n\n\n\nHowever, it landed on wanting to maintain distinct communities, in part because of the differences in server economies when it comes to PvE and PvP rulesets, with Greenfield using an example of how it's easier to farm for gold and items on a PvE server. That in turn opened up debates on whether these cross-ruleset players would be able to trade items with one another and the need for other restrictions.
\n\n\n\n\"Ultimately, these are different mindsets, these are different rulesets,\" Greenfield said the team decided. \"Let's keep them separate for now. That is a part of original WoW that we don't want to just throw out completely. But I think the tech is set up in such a way that if we ever did really feel like we needed to make a change, we could do so.\"
\n\n\n\nHe said those options are merely \"levers we can pull if we need to\" and that it's important for Blizzard to \"stay flexible.\" That's good news, and will likely give players worried about choosing the wrong ruleset some relief.
\n\n\n\nBlizzard is keeping busy in the handful of days left before Forever's launch. It previously detailed how it's making improvements to Forever's divisive layering system in time for release, and announced major changes to racial abilities.
\n\n\n\nIn a first for WoW, Forever will be fully playable on a controller. WoW executive producer and vice president Holly Longdale recently said Forever's controller support is a step towards WoW being playable \"wherever you want\" and \"on whatever you want.\"
\n\n\n\nWoW: Forever arrives November 4. If you want to be ready for launch day, you can technically make up to three WoW: Forever characters right now.
\n","media":"https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WoW-Forever-Wont-Have-Dead-Servers.jpg?w=300"},{"title":"Artist With Music In GTA 6 Had No Idea About Any Of That","link":"https://www.gamespot.com/articles/artist-with-music-in-gta-6-had-no-idea-about-any-of-that/","date":"Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:50:25 +0000","desc":"\nCliff Richard is among the numerous famous artists who are lending their music to Rockstar's GTA 6, with Richard's classic tune \"Devil Woman\" appearing in the Netflix Extended Look. Richard, 86, didn't know about any of that, however, or that GTA 6 is a game and not a TV show.
\n\n\n\nSpeaking to The Times (via Dexerto), Richard said of the partnership with Rockstar for GTA 6: \"I was told this happened!\" He said his nephew's sons told him about it. \"They didn't realize I could sing like that,\" he said.
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Richard was eventually made aware of GTA 6, but the singer doesn't know what that is. “The show is a game show, isn’t it, really? One of the biggest on TV?” he asked.
\n\n\n\n\"Devil Woman\" was originally released in 1976, so it's now 50 years old. Richard said he's pretty jazzed about the fact that young people will hear his music.
\n\n\n\n“People will no longer just say, ‘Oh, Cliff Richard is from the past,’” he said. “Because I am, but that past is what makes everything what it is today.\"
\n\n\n\nIt was reported that Spotify streams of \"Devil Woman\" surged massively following the Netflix Extended Look in August.
\n\n\n\nFor more on the music of GTA 6, be sure to check out GameSpot's rundown of all the songs in the game. The game's official score by Justice is releasing on December 11, and it will be available to stream and buy on physical media. The same cannot be said for the game itself, which is a digital exclusive. The game will be sold at retailers, but there is no disc: just a code in a box.
\n\n\n\nGTA 6 launches on November 19 for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, and the game's file size is gargantuan.
\n","media":"https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Lucia_Caminos_08.jpg?w=300"},{"title":"A PUBG TV Show Is Coming To Netflix, Starring Donald Glover","link":"https://www.gamespot.com/articles/a-pubg-tv-show-is-coming-to-netflix-starring-donald-glover/","date":"Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:49:28 +0000","desc":"\n\n\n\n\nKrafton and Netflix today announced a live-action TV show based on PUBG, and it will star Emmy-winner Donald Glover. In fact, Glover will not only star, but also direct, write, and executive produce the show, along with his brother, Stephen Glover, as writer and executive producer.
\n\n\n\nThat's all Krafton had to say in its announcement, so it sounds like early days for the PUBG series. A PUBG animated series is on the way, too, from Castlevania's Adi Shankar.
\n\n\n\nDonald Glover is no stranger to video games, as he voiced Yoshi in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie this year. He also partnered with Ubisoft for a Far Cry 4 trailer.
\n\n\n\nKrafton has maintained that it sees PUBG not just as a game, but a connected universe, so it's only fitting that the company would get into TV.
\n\n\n\nPUBG is a battle royale game where players duke it out to be the last person or team standing. The game remains immensely popular, boasting more than 785,000 peak concurrent users on Steam alone today.
\n","media":"https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/glover.png?w=300"},{"title":"Ubisoft Is Pumping The Brakes On Assassin’s Creed Remakes For Now","link":"https://www.gamespot.com/articles/ubisoft-is-pumping-the-brakes-on-assassins-creed-remakes-for-now/","date":"Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:00:48 +0000","desc":"\nWhat's next for the Assassin's Creed franchise? Following the successful launch of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced earlier this--which sold very well--you'd imagine that Ubisoft would be looking to fast-track another remake while it continues work on future titles. That's not the case, as Ubisoft dropped a new update on all things Assassin's Creed, including confirmation that it's not currently working on any remakes.
\n\n\n\n\"One thing we want to be transparent about today is that we currently have no other Assassin's Creed remake actively in development,\" Ubisoft wrote. \"Our teams are already focused on the next chapter of Assassin's Creed titles, including projects you haven't heard about yet, featuring new settings and stories.\"
\n\n\n\nWhile you shouldn't expect another Assassin's Creed remake anytime soon, Ubisoft added that it will still keep \"exploring opportunities\" to bring older titles back. As for future projects, Ubisoft said that it's making \"good progress\" on its darker Assassin's Creed experience, Codename Hexe. An update on it will arrive in 2027, and Ubisoft added that the team remains focused on delivering a \"unique vision\" at the heart of this project. The other in-development title, Codename Invictus, is also taking shape behind the scenes. This will be a multiplayer Assassin's Creed game, and Ubisoft says hundreds of players recently got to go hands-on with an early prototype.
\n\n\n\n\"One piece of feedback came through clearly though: Players saw great potential in the foundations but wanted more of the pillars that define Assassin's Creed. The team spent the past months acting on it, and Invictus is now evolving in an exciting direction that better reflects those pillars while staying true to its multiplayer ambitions,\" Ubisoft wrote.
\n\n\n\nFor current games, Black Flag Resynced players can download one final major update. This adds New Game Plus, Nightmare Mode, new rewards, finishers, trinkets, and additional customization options to the Black Flag remake. Assassin's Creed Valhalla players aren't being left out in the cold either, as New Game Plus is being added to the Viking saga on November 5. A heavily requested feature for this particular Assassin's Creed game, the update will also add an optional progression mode where Gear, Runes, and Masteries all contribute to Eivor's overall power ranking. Players can also earn new gear and a Master Assassin outfit inspired by Naoe's look in Assassin's Creed Shadows; a new Mithril resource is being added, and you can upgrade your gear to a new \"Divine\" level.
\n\n\n\nWhile the news is good for Assassin's Creed fans, it comes amid restructuring at Ubisoft that has led to several canceled games, shut-down studios, and layoffs. Trials developer RedLynx is on the chopping block, while 72 people from Ubisoft Singapore--the studio behind Skull & Bones--were recently laid off.
\n","media":"https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Black-Flag-Resynced.jpg?w=300"},{"title":"WoW: Forever Controller Support Is A First Step To Playing The MMO On “Whatever You Want”","link":"https://www.gamespot.com/articles/wow-forever-controller-support-is-a-first-step-to-playing-the-mmo-on-whatever-you-want/","date":"Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:50:56 +0000","desc":"\nWorld of Warcraft: Forever will launch with full controller support, a first for the various versions of Blizzard's longrunning PC-exclusive MMORPG. According to Blizzard, the option to play on controller is the \"first leg of a journey\" to make WoW playable \"on whatever you want.\"
\n\n\n\nSpeaking to GamesRadar, WoW executive producer and vice president Holly Longdale said Blizzard's goal is to eventually have WoW playable \"wherever you want, and, at some point, on whatever you want.\"
\n\n\n\nThe first step on that road, however, is ensuring controller support works really well. Blizzard is using the launch of Forever on November 4, the latest version of its MMO that reimagines the game's classic world and gameplay with new content and features, as a starting point.
\n\n\n\n\"Looking at where things are going when we hear about Project Helix [the codename for Xbox's next console], et cetera, I think platforms will be a bit more ubiquitous,\" Longdale said.
\n\n\n\nShe continued: \"I think just doing some of the work we're doing on gamepad [support] is going to give players a lot of flexibility that I think goes beyond consoles.\"
\n\n\n\nHaving gone hands-on with Forever's controller support during BlizzCon 2026, I can say it works surprisingly well for a game that has been played almost exclusively with mouse and keyboard for 22 years. While modern WoW has added some barebones controller options in recent years, Forever's implementation is far superior, working seamlessly without the need for player-made addons like ConsolePort to make it usable.
\n\n\n\nYou have a surprisingly number of keybinds available at your fingertips (28, to be exact), making combat and interacting with quest NPCs a breeze. Inventory management and navigating menus is a little more cumbersome, but it does feel like a decent tradeoff for being able to play on a controller or a handheld, like the Xbox ROG Ally X.
\n\n\n\nWhen WoW might be playable on something other than a PC remains to be seen, though Blizzard has made clear that if it were making a console version, it wouldn't exactly be a secret.
\n\n\n\nBut that doesn't mean WoW on consoles is still years away. Xbox's next console, Project Helix, is rumored to be a hybrid device capable of playing console and PC games, meaning WoW would likely be playable on it. According to a recent report, Project Helix is aiming for a 2028 release, may include a handheld component, and could possibly cost between $1,200 and $1,800 if Microsoft doesn't subsidize it.
\n\n\n\nIn the meantime, Blizzard is plenty busy getting ready for Forever's launch, including reworking racial abilities and making improvements to the game's divisive layering system. If you bought the MMO's new optional playable race, the Skyborne, you can technically make your WoW: Forever character right now ahead of launch day. WoW: Forever launches November 4.
\n","media":"https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WoW-Forever-Playable-Anywhere-You-Want.jpg?w=300"},{"title":"You All Guessed Elder Scrolls 6’s Name, And Now Here’s The Game’s Setup – Report","link":"https://www.gamespot.com/articles/you-all-guessed-elder-scrolls-6s-name-and-now-heres-the-games-setup-report/","date":"Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:09:54 +0000","desc":"\nAfter eight years, Xbox is reportedly preparing to reintroduce The Elder Scrolls VI to the world. And this time, the game will apparently get an official subtitle: Sentinel. According to The Verge, Bethesda could reveal the full name next month in celebration of Skyrim's 15th anniversary. That's not all, though.
\n\n\n\nThe report states that Hammerfell will serve as the setting for Sentinel. It's a massive region that's southwest of Skyrim and probably best known for being playable in The Elder Scrolls Online. As for the narrative, the RPG \"will be the first game about the history of the Elder Scrolls,\" per The Verge. That means discovering \"the secrets of these mysterious ancient artifacts\" in Sentinel.
\n\n\n\t\n\t\t\n\n\nIt's unknown how much Bethesda will showcase, if the re-reveal does in fact happen in November. However, the report states that gameplay demonstrations are taking place, following up Xbox CEO Asha Sharma saying she saw the game in August. At that time, Sharma teased The Elder Scrolls VI's subtitle, and fans correctly figured out it's Sentinel--at least reportedly right now. She also noted that the game's \"scale and grandeur are incredible.\"
\n\n\n\nEarlier this year, Skyrim director Todd Howard expressed that he knows his team at Bethesda needs \"to get it right\" with The Elder Scrolls VI. The majority of people at Bethesda Game Studios are working on the RPG currently.
\n\n\n\nAs for whether The Elder Scrolls 6 could be an Xbox console exclusive, Sharma is playing coy about that possibility. What we do know is that Bethesda has a new logo.
\n","media":"https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/original/1578/15789366/3838845-03-04-2019-the-elder-scrolls-6-release-date-trailer-setting.jpg?w=300"},{"title":"Xbox Wants To Be More Profitable Than PlayStation And Nintendo By 2030","link":"https://www.gamespot.com/articles/xbox-wants-to-be-more-profitable-than-playstation-and-nintendo-by-2030/","date":"Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:39:13 +0000","desc":"\nXbox CEO Asha Sharma has an ambitious goal: not only to make Xbox more lucrative, but to surpass the profit margins of its biggest gaming rivals, Sony and Nintendo.
\n\n\n\nSpeaking to CNBC, Sharma said Microsoft was working to achieve this goal by mid-2030 and had a variety of plans in place, from focusing on more exclusive titles to gaining more ground in the casual games market. \"We will build long-term plans for our biggest franchises across film, television, consumer products, sponsorship, live experiences, and form new partnerships globally, including China,\" Sharma wrote in an Xbox memo, adding that the company will invest heavily in Minecraft and that revenue growth is expected to speed up in the 2028 and 2029 fiscal years.
\n\n\n\n\"By Financial Year 2030, our ambition is to be halfway to our long-term daily-player goal with sustained double-digit growth in players and engagement and industry-leading margins,\" she wrote.
\n\n\n\nWhile Sharma aims to increase Xbox's player and revenue growth in the fiscal year ending June 2027, things don't look too good for the division right now. According to Circana tracking data, US Xbox Series hardware sales fell 27% year-over-year in September 2026--reaching a new all-time September low--and Sharma recently posted online that revenue had declined in the most recent financial quarter. Sharma added that \"console sales remain constrained by supply,\" but she was vague on the specifics. At the same time, Xbox console prices rose again in August, making it more expensive than ever to buy one compared with its original launch price in November 2020.
\n\n\n\nXbox has also gone through a brutal \"reset\" phase ever since Sharma took over, with over 1,600 jobs eliminated and several studios cut from the Xbox portfolio. If Microsoft wants to make Xbox more profitable than Sony and Nintendo, it could face an uphill battle, as Xbox recorded a 10% quarterly revenue decline. By comparison, CNBC reported that Sony reached a 9.9% operating margin from game and network services alone in its latest financial year, while Nintendo was close to 16% in its fiscal year.
\n\n\n\nXbox's current strategy seems focused on more than just gaming, as the new XP division was unveiled earlier this month. Dedicated to movies, TV, and live events, it follows several recent multimedia project announcements, including the third season of the Fallout TV series, a Call of Duty movie, a Diablo animated series, and a Minecraft theme park opening in 2027.
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Niftski, the speedrunning world record holder for Super Mario Bros., beat his own record on a Halloween livestream while dressed as Mario. Speaking in character, he said: “Hopefully I don’t get this today because that would be very stupid.” Guess what?
This Halloween run, which you can watch on Niftski's YouTube channel, shaved 0.33 seconds off the previous world record, also held by Niftski — two frames away from a perfect run.
4:54.299 SMB1 ANY% WORLD RECORD ON HALLOWEEN WHILE LARPING AS MARIO! It doesn't even feel real that I actually achieved this, but here we are. Only 2 frames (33 milliseconds) stand between this run and absolute perfection / TAS tie. 4:54.265 next! https://t.co/S1ZpmEMG4c
— Niftski (@Niftski) November 1, 2026
According to Niftski, those two frames were lost early in the run and kept him away from a “perfect run,” theorized to be the absolute pinnacle of Super Mario Bros. “any percent” attempts. He messed up fast accelerations in the first and second rooms by a small amount which cost one frame each.
If it is accurate and there are no more strats to bring the time down significantly, that just leaves the run and those two frames. That means there’s only two milliseconds left, which means there are only two more world records possible in the category.
“Will this be like the first ever game perfected? Like what's gonna happen once someone matches the TAS? It's just over?” asked one fan.
Niftski breaks the SMB1 world record while doing the worst Mario impression ever. Frame-perfect hands, not-so-perfect voice 🍄 https://t.co/B21YnDkrwH
— imngrok • Stream Clips (@imngrok) November 1, 2026
Niftski sits alone at the top of the speedrunning records, and it seems the only person who can beat him is himself, dressed as Mario. He holds the records for warpless, glitchless, and the “any percent” category, which is a race to the end by any means necessary, skipping whatever you can using exploits and glitches.
It’s that last category he beat this Halloween, taking his previous record of 4:54:332 down to 4:54:229 — that’s minutes, seconds, and milliseconds. About halfway through the run, he committed fully to Mario and let Nintendo fill his heart.
According to the speedrunner, being a doofus and pretending to be Mario helped. “It made me not nervous at all,” said Niftski, “it doesn’t even feel real. It felt so casual.”
“I can't believe I witnessed a russian mario do the 67 and get any% wr in the same video,” said one X / Twitter user who watched the stream.
Image credit: Niftski / YouTube.
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Phantom Blade Zero is officially the next big thing. Developer S-Game has announced that its wuxia-themed action game has surpassed a significant milestone in just a few days.
Within 72 hours of going on sale, Phantom Blade Zero has sold 4 million copies. The official X / Twitter account posted the news with a message: “Thank you everyone from the bottom of our hearts for all the love and support!”
Even on its first day, it was clear this was going to be a beast. Phantom Blade Zero was ahead of Steam’s biggest games, from PUBG to Dota 2, topping the Steam charts as soon as it launched. It was also the best-selling game on Steam by revenue, ahead of Modern Warfare 4, Aion 2, and Probably Stolen, a Cyberpunk shopkeeper sim that's going viral. Steam concurrents peaked on Sunday with a whopping 833,921 players.
The early success shouldn't come as a huge surprise. Last week, it was estimated that Phantom Blade Zero had sold over 1 million copies before launch across launch platforms Steam and PS5, and Tencent’s WeGame (an online PC storefront in China). Nearly two thirds of total prelaunch sales were from China, Taiwan, or Hong Kong.
IGN's Phantom Blade Zero review returned a 9/10. We said: "Phantom Blade Zero is an unbelievably smooth action game filled with memorable boss fights, compelling combat, and limitless swagger."
Phantom Blade Zero is a monster hit, but it's not quite on par with Black Myth: Wukong, which managed 10 million sales in the first three days.
Roger Craig Smith — best known as Sonic the Hedgehog, Ezio Auditore, Batman, and Chris Redfield — plays the lead character. The actor is joined by Mu Xiaokui actor Maggie Robertson, who played Lady Dimitrescu in Resident Evil 7. Elsewhere in the cast, Donnie Yen served as a key creative consultant and stars as the character Mó Yuan (Soul's father) through full facial, voice, and motion capture.
Before you step into the Phantom World, we’ve put together a helpful list of Things Phantom Blade Zero Doesn’t Tell You. We’ve also got a step-by-step Phantom Blade Zero Walkthrough in progress, plus guides for the game’s Weapons, Accessories, and Phantom Edges.
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Behaviour Interactive has responded after what appeared to be a Dead by Daylight collaboration with controversial streamer TheBurntPeanut caused backlash in its community.
Halloween weekend may have been more eventful for the team behind the hit multiplayer horror game than they may have expected. What started as a relatively contained negative reaction has since exploded into a full-blown breaking point for players, with some reporting that they've uninstalled Dead by Daylight after seeing its developers work with TheBurntPeanut.
The Canadian studio was first put on the hook by the more vocal members in its community when they discovered the streamer, who gained popularity over the last year for playing extraction shooters like Arc Raiders, was dipping his toes into the horror multiplayer game for the first time. The Halloween season was bound to result in a small uptick in attention for Dead by Daylight, but for those who have stuck by it through its 10 years of service, the jump scare arrived when the streamer revealed he had been gifted access to its entire rogues' gallery of Survivors and Killers.
Some people on Twitter were not happy about TheBurntPeanut getting streamer privileges in Dead by Daylight https://t.co/wk5DsrRFeg
— yeet (@Awk20000) October 31, 2026
"Wow! Wow!" TheBurntPeanut said while scrolling through dozens of instant unlocks during his Halloween stream. "Guys! I just got all the guys!"
Dead by Daylight initially starts players with a small selection of playable characters, with anyone interested in unlocking others required to use in-game currency to purchase them. Costs can range from a somewhat small amount of earnable currency (Iridescent Shards) for original Survivors and Killers, to around $5 of premium currency (Auric Cells) for licensed characters, such as The Walking Dead's Rick Grimes or Alien's Xenomorph. Prices vary further for those looking to purchase cosmetics.
No one seemed to bat an eye at TheBurntPeanut's interest in Dead by Daylight, but receiving official support from the developers raised a series of new questions from fans. The nature of this collaboration stream was not previously detailed or promoted in any capacity, leaving many to criticize what the streamer also mocked as "streamer privilege." The real issue for many, though, is with what it means to see Behaviour back this specific creator.
TheBurntPeanut has been the subject of much controversy in his small amount of time in the spotlight for on-stream behavior many consider to be offensive. While others have defended him as simply "edgy," Dead by Daylight's vibrant group of progressive users have said they feel Behaviour has betrayed those who have otherwise felt safe in the community.
"This is why I'm continuing to step further away from Dead by Daylight," one popular post on X/Twitter said. "This is embarrassing, especially since there are still AMAZING creators who you haven't been approved into your program yet who have devoted their careers to DbD."
"For anyone not in the know," one popular Reddit thread posted in the aftermath of yesterday's stream said, "DBD has added a bigoted creator to their creator platform."
I cannot word how disappointing and disgusted I am.
— PotatoLegion (@PotatoLegionYT) November 1, 2026
I know full well this is just 1 BHVR employee, ive met some amazing people in the space and they would never let this happen.
@DeadbyDaylight you need to make a response and I'm hoping you don't double down here.
There were dozens upon dozens of posts like this across social media, but the storm really picked up when supposed screenshots of Twitch chat messages from Behaviour began to circulate. Responding to the online outrage, the studio reportedly sent support TheBurntPeanut's way, with the most infamous message saying, "WE CAN TAKE THE HEAT! THEY ARE YOURS TO KEEP!"
This is where reports of players uninstalling Dead by Daylight really took off.
"This is the crowd @DeadByDaylight is catering to and welcoming into the community," another player said while sharing screenshots of posts from X users attacking the Dead by Daylight community, with some using a series of slurs. "Yes, this is the exact fanbase of this streamer. Not just a few 'bad apples.' It’s bewildering how this exact same conversation already happened with Fortnite a couple months ago and [Behaviour's official community account] @DbDPulse still felt proud to back it."
The mention of Fortnite is a reference to this summer's drama around TheBurntPeanut's inclusion in the battle royale and the subsequent toxic backlash it created.
So Dead by Daylight fucked up...
— kibbles.live (@KibblesGG) November 1, 2026
and I uninstalled.
@DeadbyDaylight @Behaviour https://t.co/5U1IihMygR
In 13.3K hours I never removed Dead by Daylight from my PC.
— Ultrix (Nurse Harrow Era) 🏳️⚧️ (@ViragoUltrix) November 1, 2026
Time ago I was really vocal about the dangers I saw incoming: I chose the wrong methods to fight and fell victim of the negativity caused by what I wish I was stronger at facing, but in that mess I was still right.
1/X https://t.co/9C2b4oNdJY
It's been a whirlwind 24 hours that has now come to a head with an official response from Behaviour. On its @DbDPulse X account, the developer admitted that one of its team members had awarded a streamer in-game content "without receiving appropriate approvals." Its statement also acknowledged that "the team member's subsequent comments and conduct do not align with Dead by Daylight’s core values."
"When concerns about this decision became apparent during the stream, we should have responded by looking into these concerns, not dismissing them," the note continued. "Unfortunately, we’ve now seen the fallout of this decision unfolding in many conversations across the DbD community. We appreciate and stand with our community’s willingness to ensure our shared values are being upheld, at all times, regardless of popularity, and we’re heartbroken at the inflammatory language now being directed towards our community."
As the outrage surrounding TheBurntPeanut's time in Dead by Daylight took hold of the community, some moved to uncover the identity of the Behaviour team member responsible for giving him access and issuing responses. The studio alleged that some players threatened its employees, saying that such conduct "will never be acceptable." It also asked followers to "stop engaging with these posts."
This weekend, a Dead by Daylight team member awarded in-game content and currency to a creator streaming our game. Although it is not unusual to unlock content to give creators discovering DbD a chance to have a sneak peek at available content, this decision was made without receiving appropriate approvals. Furthermore, the team member's subsequent comments and conduct do not align with Dead by Daylight’s core values.
— DbD Pulse (@DbDPulse) November 1, 2026
When concerns about this decision became apparent during the stream, we should have responded by looking into these concerns, not dismissing them.
Unfortunately, we’ve now seen the fallout of this decision unfolding in many conversations across the DbD community. We appreciate and stand with our community’s willingness to ensure our shared values are being upheld, at all times, regardless of popularity, and we’re heartbroken at the inflammatory language now being directed towards our community.
At the same time, threatening employees will never be acceptable, and we’re asking everyone to stop engaging with these posts.
We apologize to our community for letting you down. We have already begun reviewing our internal processes to prevent an incident like this from happening again.
"We apologize to our community for letting you down," it continued. "We have already begun reviewing our internal processes to prevent an incident like this from happening again."
This response, too, has been met with backlash, with most Dead by Daylight players still upset that the situation was allowed to progress to this stage. Popular posts from the community call the team's message a "nothing-burger," with others accusing the developers of attempting to skirt criticism by sharing the response on its DbD Pulse account (21.1K followers) instead of the official Dead by Daylight account (1.3 million followers) or Behaviour Interactive account (110.5K followers).
"DBD won’t feel safe to stream any time soon, unfortunately," one player said in response to the message. "This just isn’t good enough.
he doesn’t even like the game 😭 https://t.co/72ds3UIHSR
— mina 💓 (@orelarosetoy) November 1, 2026
"You know what’s funny?" another response said. "This wasn’t even a good business decision lmao. You spent 10 years building a progressive community. Who do you think is buying all those Feng & Sable cosmetics? Your progressive community. The streamer that you guys spent an entire afternoon defending played DbD for 2 hours & is now done with the game. So now you’re left with no new players or financial gain from his community & your actual community is now aware that you don’t actually stand by the values you claim to have."
That's where the situation rests for now. It's unclear if Behaviour will publicly share any additional updates regarding how the stream and content rewards for TheBurntPeanut came to be, or what action may be taken.
The year 2026 marks the 10th anniversary of Dead by Daylight. Although it has come with major reveals, including Friday the 13th's Jason and Terrifier's Art the Clown as playable characters, it's not been without its sour moments, too. Another speed bump arrived last week when the studio announced Child's Play Killer, Chucky, would soon no longer be available to purchase. The team clarified the reasoning for his removal – and his chances of coming back – in a statement sent to IGN.
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Yakuza series creator Toshiro Nagoshi’s studio has officially shut down before it had the chance to release a game.
Gematsu reported that the Tokyo-based Nagoshi Studio closed its doors via a shareholders’ resolution on October 31. The announcement was made in today’s Japanese government gazette Kanpo.
The Yakuza-like Gang of Dragon was meant to be the debut game from Nagoshi Studio, which Nagoshi formed in 2022 with investment from Chinese megacorp NetEase after he departed Ryu Ga Gotoku a year earlier. But doubt was cast on its future in March when NetEase signalled its intention to cut off funding as part of a broader retreat from international video game investment.
According to Bloomberg, NetEase made the decision to cut Nagoshi’s funding after it learned Gang of Dragon needed at least another ¥7 billion (approx. $44.4 million) to be completed. Nagoshi was apparently trying to find new investors to help buy the studio out, without much luck.
The studio closes nearly a year after Gang of Dragon enjoyed a flashy reveal at The Game Awards in December. Now, it looks like it may never see the light of day.
Photo by Daniel Pearce/Edge Magazine/Future via Getty Images.
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Sony has released yet another PS5 firmware update as it battles to keep a lid on the homebrew community’s ongoing effort to jailbreak the console ahead of the release of GTA 6.
PS5 firmware update 26.07-14.22.00, which weighs in at 1.267 GB, released today, November 2, and we have confirmation via the patch notes that it’s security related:
Today’s update follows just 11 days after the release of 14.20, which came on October 21 and whose patch notes did not mention security, but was widely seen as a response to recent events.
The PlayStation homebrew scene has made headlines in the last month for releasing PS5 jailbreaks for prior firmwares. For example, late September, a jailbreak that supported all PS5 consoles running firmware 7.00-13.60 sent shockwaves through the homebrew community because, at the time, it meant that all PS5s, including the PS5 Pro, that hadn't been updated within the previous week were compatible with the jailbreak. This was of huge significance for Sony and the security of the PS5, as people with a jailbroken PS5 can modify their console, potentially opening the door to video game piracy.
However, it was found that some PS5 games subsequently required the more recent 14.00 firmware in order to download updates, sparking a renewed effort to release a new jailbreak for the updated system software.
So, there is a game of Whac-A-Mole at play where the homebrew scene is working to release a new jailbreak for the latest PS5 firmware, then do it all over again when Sony releases a new firmware update designed to beef up security.
This in turn has sparked concern that if a PS5 jailbreak is made available for the firmware that is required by GTA 6, which comes out in less than a month, then it may be possible for Rockstar’s game to be pirated on PS5 and maybe even made available on PC.
One prominent member of the PlayStation homebrew community recently showed evidence of a jailbreak for the 14.10 firmware, but follow up comments suggested that dumping game executables wasn’t possible.
Some believe GTA 6 will require at least 14.20 to run — or, now, potentially 14.22. And Sony may release further security updates before November 19.
The question for Sony is whether it can do enough to eventually win this game of Whac-A-Mole with the homebrew scene. This is something of an existential crisis for Sony, which publishers and developers rely upon for the security of their PlayStation releases. But with the emergence of powerful AI models, the stakes have risen significantly.
IGN reported on a hacker who had sparked an uproar within the PS5 homebrew scene for privately reporting an exploit to Sony and cashing in on a $50,000 reward, rather than keeping it confidential for the community.
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A new weekend has arrived, and today, you can save big on Gears of War: E-Day, Apple Watch Ultra 4, Xenoblade Chronicles 2, Persona 3 Reload, Pikmin 4, Star Wars Zero Company, and more. Check out our top picks for Sunday, November 1, below.
Gears of War: E-Day is one of the best games of the year, and today, you can save a few dollars on a physical Xbox copy at Amazon. We gave the game a 9/10 in our review, writing, "Gears of War: E-Day’s stellar story campaign is complemented by an excellent multiplayer suite, particularly its evolved Horde Siege PvE mode."
Amazon has the Apple Watch Ultra 4 smartwatch on sale for $799.99 this weekend. This saves you $100 off MSRP. You'll get the Black Titanium Case and the Black Titanium Milanese Loop with this watch, which can easily complement any outfit. If you've been on the hunt for a new smartwatch, the Ultra 4 is one of the best you can buy.
Similar to previous Nintendo Switch 2 physical releases, Amazon has The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time available for $59.99 right now. This deal will end on release date, meaning this is the last weekend you have to score this deal. If you've yet to experience this masterpiece or are diving back into Hyrule, the Ocarina of Time remake is sure to be one of the most talked-about games of 2026.
Walmart has digital copies of Pikmin 4 for Nintendo Switch on sale for $39.88 today. This is just in time before next week's release of Pikmin 4 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Dandori Academy. If you grab a copy today, you'll be able to score the Switch 2 upgrade pack for $9.99. That beats paying $70 for a copy any day.
Physical PS5 copies of Dune: Awakening are on sale for $39.99 right now at Amazon. This is the perfect time to jump in, especially with Dune: Part Three just a few months away. In our 8/10 review, we wrote, "Dune: Awakening is an excellent survival MMO that captures Frank Herbet’s sci-fi world incredibly well, mostly to its advantage and occasionally to its detriment. The survival climb from dehydrated peasant to powerful warlord of Arrakis is a joy almost every step of the way, and the story and worldbuilding filled this nerd with absolute joy."
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is one of my favorite games of all time. The expansive world, gripping narrative, incredible cast, and spectacular soundtrack are just a few of the things you can look forward to in this adventure. Walmart has a digital bundle of both the base game and the Expansion Pass (which includes Torna: The Golden Country) on sale for $39.94. If you have a Switch 2, you can then upgrade your copy to the Switch 2 Edition for $10, which adds 4K and 60 FPS support. I cannot recommend this one enough, especially if you're a fan of JRPGs.
Persona 3 Reload Switch 2 copies are available at Amazon for $24.99 this weekend. This is a pretty great price for an expansive RPG that you can easily sink 100 hours into. The Switch 2 version had a rocky launch with frame pacing issues, but those have been resolved. Atlus also did add support for 60 FPS in docked mode.
Amazon has the Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail - The Art of Succession -Relics of Heritage- art book on sale for $19.18 today. This book includes over 300 pages of art from Dawntrail, and you can even score a exclusive code for a Wind-up Erenville minion in-game!
Maybe I'm just a fan of classic JRPGs, but Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake is still one of my favorite RPGs released in the last few years. Square Enix beautifully remade this classic with the HD-2D art style that breathes new life into the adventure of Erdrick. Numerous quality-of-life features make this a game that's much more digestible than ever for genre newcomers, and the orchestrated soundtrack is a treat, too. Pick up a PS5 copy today for just $19.99.
Star Wars Zero Company is one of the biggest sleeper hits of the year, and you can save $12 off a physical copy today at Amazon. In our 9/10 review, we wrote, "Star Wars Zero Company is an excellent tactical game that does a fantastic job of slathering on the same cinematic look and feel we saw in Respawn's Star Wars Jedi games, incorporating strong characters and a storyline that's refreshingly centered on non-Force users and a non-traditional villain."
Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter is the first entry in the beloved Trails series, and last year's remake brought new life to the original game. With 2nd Chapter out now, today is a great time to dive into this wonderful RPG series.
It's been 21 years since the original release of Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children. This 4K Remaster of the Complete edition packs in multiple bonus features, in addition to the revised cuts and over 25 minutes of added content throughout the movie. Advent Children is a critical piece in the Final Fantasy VII Remake project, and there's never been a better time to check it out.
Amazon has Mouse: P.I. For Hire copies on sale for $24.99 this weekend. This was one of the most anticipated games of the year, with its 1930s cartoon-aesthetic very eye-catching. In our review, we wrote, "Mouse: P.I. for Hire nails the aesthetics of both the 1930s cartoons and the detective stories that inspired it, and it’s also an amusing boomer shooter that largely feels good as you’re playing it."
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Rejoice, Nintendo Switch 2 owners with a taste for the cozy, because Hoyoverse, the studio behind Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail, is bringing its new intergalactic life sim Petit Planet to Nintendo Switch 2 in 2027. The free-to-play game is already releasing on PC, iOS, and Android on December 4, 2026, but it never hurts to have more cute and cozy content on your Switch.
The news came as part of a special update on the game from Hoyoverse, which also gave us a deep dive into some of the Petit Planet neighbors you can encounter, the home decor features, and some of the mini-games available as you live your life in Starsea. You start out taking care of your own planet, but can then explore the little islands in the skies around Starsea or visit the hub-style Galactic Bazaar for things like in-game auctions and community features.
Petit Planet was announced back in September 2025, and IGN got to play it a few months later, with our writer describing it as Animal Crossing meets The Little Prince.
"In my short time of about five hours with a preview of the closed beta, Petit Planet offered a charming, "The Little Prince"-themed take on Animal Crossing: New Horizons with an emphasis on clear progression and multiplayer. While these are two things some seemed to crave and were left empty in ACNH, the Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail studio may offer an answer – with potential caveats."
The special update also revealed a bunch of chances for players to score pre-registration prizes as well as a "Launch a Planet" event on the game's official website that starts today.
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If you’re playing Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on Nintendo Switch 2, beware: you’re at a disadvantage in competitive Multiplayer due to crushing input lag that is much worse than the other platforms.
Digital Foundry’s analysis of the performance of the Switch 2 version of Modern Warfare 4 — the first Call of Duty released on a Nintendo console since 2013’s Ghosts — found that the input lag on Switch 2 can be two times longer than on PS5 at 60fps.
In competitive Multiplayer, Switch 2 aims for 60fps and, according to DF, hits that target most of the time (although some things do cause the frame rate to drop, including looking through the transparent visor of a riot shield).
Call of Duty Multiplayer prides itself on rock solid 60fps gameplay, which provides a smooth, responsive experience for those who fuss over their K/D ratio in, for example, 6v6. It’s crucial that all platforms the game is available on offer at least 60fps to provide a level playing field for Multiplayer fans — although the debate about the advantage PC players have over console has dogged Call of Duty since the dawn of crossplay.
DF reports that Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) support “helps smooth out” framerate drops on supported displays, although you’ll have a harder time of it in terms of performance playing through portable mode.
And then we come to responsiveness. DF’s tests show 81ms in docked mode and 100ms in portable mode, the latter of which is double the PS5’s 49.1. In fact, DF found that Multiplayer in portable mode ranged from 83ms at best to 125ms at worst. DF called this "actually deleterious to performance.”
DF seems generally happy with the Switch 2 version, which was handled by port specialist Digital Legends with support from Infinity Ward. But if you’re into Multiplayer, the inescapable fact is you are at a disadvantage. No matter how fast your trigger finger, the Switch 2 will take longer to respond.
Outside of Multiplayer it’s a different story. The Campaign runs at 30fps, which was good enough for IGN’s Simon Cardy when he played the Switch 2 version of Modern Warfare 4.
“Granted, the textures are nowhere near as detailed, with flat surfaces and faces smoothed over to give the impression of plasticine versions of the campaign’s characters,” he said. “It's by no means a looker, but considering the reduced horsepower Nintendo’s latest console is working with, the gameplay itself was smooth, running at 30fps at 4K while docked.”
“Yes, it's quite a visual downgrade when compared to the likes of PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X, but that comes with the territory,” he continued. “And if you’re solely a Nintendo owner who’s been locked out of Call of Duty for over a decade, you’re getting a version of Modern Warfare 4 that feels every bit as snappy as the series usually is, even if it’s a bit muddier than Nintendo’s own crisp visuals.”
Why is Call of Duty releasing on a Nintendo console now, 14 years after the last time? It has to do with Microsoft’s $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Back when Microsoft was facing regulatory hurdles, one announcement designed to help convince the powers that be to green light the buyout was a 10-year commitment to bring Call of Duty to Nintendo following the merger.
“Microsoft is committed to helping bring more games to more people — however they choose to play,” then Xbox boss Phil Spencer said in December 2022. Four years later, and with the Activision Blizzard buyout done and dusted, Call of Duty is on Switch 2.
We’ve got an in-progress Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Walkthrough to help you through the campaign missions, plus All Collectible Note Locations, and all the Code Solutions you’ll need to open every keypad and container. For multiplayer, check out How to Level Up Fast in MW4 and our Essential Multiplayer Tips and Tricks alongside the Best MW4 Settings we recommend you use. DMZ is back, so we’ve got a handy DMZ Beginner’s Guide, too.
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An EA office building in Madrid was vandalized with the words "Save Mass Effect" just days after the company announced it had shuttered series developer BioWare.
It's the latest update to an ongoing story that started when the beloved sci-fi RPG series was put on an indefinite hold earlier this month. With the studio's Mass Effect: Universe project canceled and the franchise without a future, fans have now seemingly taken their push to see the series continue with spray paint.
EA's Madrid office in Spain was seemingly the target of one disgruntled fan hoping to make a change. Reddit user Ok_Link9625 shared pictures of the graffiti in question, which show at least two separate instances of Save Mass Effect being tagged around the location.
"I stumbled upon the EA offices in Madrid as I was leaving a movie theater and saw this on the floor to the entrance and on the wall in front of the offices #SaveMassEffect," the post said.
#SaveMassEffect is an idea that emerged in the moments after EA put the franchise on hold and laid off BioWare staff, but it didn't take long for it to become more than a social media hashtag. The days following the move saw fans erect a Save Mass Effect petition, which exploded and now stands at 290,000 signatures at the time of this piece's publication.
As some fans called to boycott EA products over its decision, others, like the folks at We Are Mass Effect, took their love for the series to the streets of New York. It resulted in perhaps the most famous play for #SaveMassEffect thus far, as citizens in Times Square were treated to a billboard for the movement throughout October 26. The group said it plans to fund more billboards in the near future, including one set to go up outside this year's The Game Awards.
I WENT OFFLINE FOR FEW HOURS AND SOMEONE PAINTED A WHOLE GRAFFITI IN FRONT OF EA OFFICE?
— #SaveMassEffect #MassEffectIsAlive (@heleuscluster) October 31, 2026
Graffiti, however, is a new tactic, and it has received pushback in the community. While some want to keep the pressure up not only to breathe life into the franchise but also to support the people who have made it, others have said they aren't sure how tagging office buildings will move the needle.
"Hell yeah," one top commenter said.
"I'll admit, I'm not sure this is the way to make them think the IP is worth saving," another top reply argued.
Mass Effect series composer, meanwhile, simply took the opportunity to recognize how quickly the campaign has evolved in just a few days: "The fans are serious as a heart attack!"
We absolutely did not ask people to do this and obviously vandalism is bad, but it's insane to me that #SaveMassEffect is so big that someone in Madrid is this angry. I get it.
— Kala Elizabeth #SaveMassEffect (@kalaelizabeth) October 31, 2026
@heleuscluster Oh shi**, man, we have banksy on our side :D https://t.co/HNHAwdFAtL
— Roma Cherry (@Pugbeer) October 31, 2026
At the moment, it doesn't look like billboards or graffiti have done much to convince EA to support any angle the movement hopes to achieve. The most recent information about the fallout came from Bloomberg, which reported that the publisher canned its plans to release Mass Effect 5 in favor of prioritizing Star Wars Battlefront 3. Alleged details about the canceled game promised that BioWare was creating a story that would have accounted for all choices players made in previous installments.
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Anthropic has issued an update for Claude that puts a stop to the AI-generated game clones that have filled platforms like Steam.
The term 'AI slop' is something we've heard a lot in the past few years, but it became especially prevalent in the gaming community after Valve launched Steam Next Fest earlier this month. PC users quickly launched complaints that their feeds had been filled with low-effort clones not only of pre-existing games but even some titles that had only just released their own demos.
As players trudged through the slop, developers faced a reality that threw months or even years of hard work into jeopardy. Some, including Drunken Goddess Reflux developer Alliance Arts and Who You, even took action by canceling their Steam demo plans in favor of private playtests. It's a situation that rapidly spun out of control, prompting a response from Valve itself as it said it would be "thinking about how to solve this problem."
ANTHROPIC IS CRACKING DOWN ON VIDEO GAME REWRITES 🚨
— chasm (@chasmmmmmmmmmmm) October 30, 2026
Claude Code picked up a new rule around Oct 27, sent from Anthropic’s servers under a flag called "tengu_heron_brook". There’s no setting to turn it off.
The full rule: “Do build original games, games in a genre, and games from the user’s own designs and assets. Don’t build a recreation of a specific existing game, even if it is renamed or called original.”
Is this the end of game rewrites, modding and everything in between?
As reported by Game Developer, X/Twitter user Chasm was one of the first to share evidence of tech company Anthropic taking action against video game copycats. Based on their findings, Claude, the company's AI assistant, recently received an update featuring a new rule. The full rule can be read below:
"Do build original games, games in a genre, and games from the user’s own designs and assets. Don’t build a recreation of a specific existing game, even if it is renamed or called original."
When reached for comment by Game Developer, Anthropic pointed to a post shared by Addy Osmani, a member of its technical staff. Osmani's explanation can be read below:
"We added two sentences to Claude Code's prompt on Opus 5.5 to steer it away from recreating someone else's specific game because using Claude to infringe IP is against our usage policy. Original games, genre games, and games built from your own designs and assets are meant to keep working. We'll continue to iterate to ensure we're striking the right balance. In the meantime, if Claude turns down something that's yours, send it my way."
Whether there was a specific event or reason that prompted Anthropic to make these changes is unclear.
Game developers and game enjoyers will no doubt find comfort in Anthropic's changes, though it's worth noting that how impactful any of this will be remains to be seen. At the very least, those who use Claude to rip ideas directly from those who used their minds and time to bring them to life should have a tougher time trying to profit off of the work of others.
The industry is struggling to come to grips with artificial intelligence. Some, such as Epic Games' Tim Sweeney, have insisted that Valve should stray from asking developers to disclose games utilizing generative AI materials. Others, including Super Smash Bros. mastermind Masahiro Sakurai, have compared AI-generated games to "low-quality goods." The developers behind VRChat, meanwhile, recently came under fire for how they are handling AI content.
Getty Images credit: Kenneth Cheung.
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What appears to be gameplay footage from an unannounced Persona 1 remake has leaked online.
A little less than two minutes of video depicting what looks like a modern version of Sega and Atlus' original Persona game was first shared by a YouTube channel using the name P1REMAKE and was eventually picked up across social media platforms like Reddit. The YouTube account it's tied to was created in March 2010 and has seemingly posted just two other videos, with its previous upload published more than 14 years ago.
The developers behind the RPG franchise have broached the topic of remakes for early installments in the past but never confirmed work was underway, meaning this could be our first look at the series' next remake. In the age of AI-generated fakes, you can never be too skeptical about things like this, but fans generally seem to be under the impression that the footage is authentic. While we won't share it here, you don't have to look too hard to see what everyone's talking about.
Yea that Persona 1 remake leaked footage gotta be 100% real. I refuse to believe someone would do that much work to make a fake leak.
— Johnny 🔥 (@JohnnyLockson) October 31, 2026
There are a few reasons players suspect this to be our first glimpse at a not-so-secret Persona 1 remake from Atlus. Aside from the music, effects, and art, which all fall right in line with much of the studio's recent work, the video on display is much longer and more detailed than any fake leak would typically be. The smoking gun for many, though, is the character animations.
It's specifically Eriko that people are calling out, as she seems to share a summoning animation with Persona 4 Revival's version of Yukiko. Atlus' Persona 4 remake, of course, won't be out until February 18, 2027. There's also the issue of the appearance of Persona 2 protagonist Tatsuya, who seems to be standing in for what may be an unfinished character model.
So, what can we make of all of this? Well, unfortunately, without confirmation from Sega or Atlus, not much. There is always the chance this could be an elaborate fake, with some of these odd details serving as evidence for that argument. On the other hand, it's possible placeholder assets and familiar animations are here specifically because the alleged Persona 1 remake is still very much in development.
Persona 1 leak looks credible, not sure why people are reporting Tatsuya is replacing Masao, that's just complete bogus.
— MeovvCAT (@osu_MeovvCAT) October 31, 2026
This is most likely an internal investor pitch for remakes of Persona 1 and 2, and not actually Persona 1.
There are Persona 4 Revival animations in the gameplay footage, which definitely helps the case of it being real.
That sure is a persona 1 remake trailer. Why is tatsuya there
— julie (@droolvana) October 31, 2026
We don't know when this footage would have been captured, even if it does turn out to be real. That means this could be from yesterday or years ago, with some speculating that the video we've seen today is little more than a proof-of-concept or pitch video.
IGN has reached out to Sega for comment.
If the Persona: Be Your True Mind remake footage is authentic, it wouldn't be the biggest surprise to see it announced. Sega released its Persona 3 remake, Persona 3 Reload, in 2024, and will release Persona 4 Revival in just a few months. Atlus' P-Studio producer, Kazuhisa Wada, stopped short of confirming development for Persona 1 and 2 remakes in August of this year but still admitted that, as far as he's concerned, it's something "we have to do."
Meanwhile, Atlus has absolutely suffered leaks before. The Persona 3 remake had in-development footage questioned by fans when it showed up online back in 2023. The upcoming Persona 6, which, officially, we've seen little of so far, had images leak in June. A massive Steam leak in September then seemingly revealed a list of trophies – including story spoilers – for the upcoming installment.
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A new weekend has arrived, and today, you can save big on Apple Watch Ultra 4, Xenoblade Chronicles 2, Persona 3 Reload, Pikmin 4, The Adventures of Elliot, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Star Wars Zero Company, and more. Check out our top picks for Saturday, October 31, below.
Amazon has the Apple Watch Ultra 4 smartwatch on sale for $799.99 this weekend. This saves you $100 off MSRP. You'll get the Black Titanium Case and the Black Titanium Milanese Loop with this watch, which can easily complement any outfit. If you've been on the hunt for a new smartwatch, the Ultra 4 is one of the best you can buy.
Similar to previous Nintendo Switch 2 physical releases, Amazon has The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time available for $59.99 right now. This deal will end on release date, meaning this is the last weekend you have to score this deal. If you've yet to experience this masterpiece or are diving back into Hyrule, the Ocarina of Time remake is sure to be one of the most talked-about games of 2026.
Walmart has digital copies of Pikmin 4 for Nintendo Switch on sale for $39.88 today. This is just in time before next week's release of Pikmin 4 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Dandori Academy. If you grab a copy today, you'll be able to score the Switch 2 upgrade pack for $9.99. That beats paying $70 for a copy any day.
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is one of my favorite games of all time. The expansive world, gripping narrative, incredible cast, and spectacular soundtrack are just a few of the things you can look forward to in this adventure. Walmart has a digital bundle of both the base game and the Expansion Pass (which includes Torna: The Golden Country) on sale for $39.94. If you have a Switch 2, you can then upgrade your copy to the Switch 2 Edition for $10, which adds 4K and 60 FPS support. I cannot recommend this one enough, especially if you're a fan of JRPGs.
Persona 3 Reload Switch 2 copies are available at Amazon for $24.99 this weekend. This is a pretty great price for an expansive RPG that you can easily sink 100 hours into. The Switch 2 version had a rocky launch with frame pacing issues, but those have been resolved. Atlus also did add support for 60 FPS in docked mode.
Amazon has the Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail - The Art of Succession -Relics of Heritage- art book on sale for $19.18 today. This book includes over 300 pages of art from Dawntrail, and you can even score a exclusive code for a Wind-up Erenville minion in-game!
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales was released this June, and for the first time, you can pick up a copy of the game on sale! Amazon has copies for all platforms discounted to $44.99 today, which is a great price for this action-based HD-2D game. In our 8/10 review, we wrote, "The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales isn’t without blemishes, but it’s still a great action-adventure game that continues to prove why the HD-2D art style is among the best around."
Maybe I'm just a fan of classic JRPGs, but Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake is still one of my favorite RPGs released in the last few years. Square Enix beautifully remade this classic with the HD-2D art style that breathes new life into the adventure of Erdrick. Numerous quality-of-life features make this a game that's much more digestible than ever for genre newcomers, and the orchestrated soundtrack is a treat, too. Pick up a PS5 copy today for just $19.99.
Star Wars Zero Company is one of the biggest sleeper hits of the year, and you can save $12 off a physical copy today at Amazon. In our 9/10 review, we wrote, "Star Wars Zero Company is an excellent tactical game that does a fantastic job of slathering on the same cinematic look and feel we saw in Respawn's Star Wars Jedi games, incorporating strong characters and a storyline that's refreshingly centered on non-Force users and a non-traditional villain."
The Clayface Limited Edition 4K Steelbook is now up for pre-order at Walmart. We gave the latest DC Studios film a 7/10 in our review, writing, "The film largely employs old school practical makeup effects to cleverly and gruesomely depict Matt Hagen’s transformations, with Tom Rhys Harries’ desperate, driven performance further selling the illusion of a man becoming a monster."
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth for Nintendo Switch 2 is on sale today for $34.99 at Walmart. This physical version of the game includes an exclusive Zack Fair Magic: The Gathering - Final Fantasy card, which is perfect for fans and collectors alike. If you've yet to experience this massive RPG, take a chance and pick up a copy this weekend at a discount. It's pretty great exploring beyond Midgar on the Switch 2, just saying.
If you've been looking for a fantastic new 4K Blu-ray to add to your collection, look no further than 007 The Daniel Craig Collection. You're getting Casino Royale, Quantum of Solace, Skyfall, and Spectre all for $30.81. The unrated and extended version of Casino Royale is even included.
Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter is the first entry in the beloved Trails series, and last year's remake brought new life to the original game. With 2nd Chapter out now, today is a great time to dive into this wonderful RPG series.
It's been 21 years since the original release of Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children. This 4K Remaster of the Complete edition packs in multiple bonus features, in addition to the revised cuts and over 25 minutes of added content throughout the movie. Advent Children is a critical piece in the Final Fantasy VII Remake project, and there's never been a better time to check it out.
Amazon has Mouse: P.I. For Hire copies on sale for $24.99 this weekend. This was one of the most anticipated games of the year, with its 1930s cartoon-aesthetic very eye-catching. In our review, we wrote, "Mouse: P.I. for Hire nails the aesthetics of both the 1930s cartoons and the detective stories that inspired it, and it’s also an amusing boomer shooter that largely feels good as you’re playing it."
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Joe Manganiello, one of the most famous Dungeons & Dragons players in Hollywood, said he still wants his Dragonlance TV series to come to fruition despite its cancellation several years ago.
The Justice League and One Piece actor was hired as showrunner and screenwriter on the show years ago, promising a live-action adaptation of one of the stories that helped introduce him to tabletop role-playing. After a series of snags, though, Manganiello eventually went on to confirm that his live-action Dragonlance would no longer come to be.
IGN asked Manganiello about his ill-fated D&D project during a conversation at Lucca Comics and Games 2026. He walked us through how, after five years of work, things fell apart, while also teasing that the door for a Dragonlance TV show – and even his documentary – will never close.
"When both of those got put on the shelf due to a change of leadership – due to shuffling going on within [Entertainment One] – those projects became nobody's child," he explained. "I mean, I was hired by Michael Lombardo, who was my old boss at HBO. He hired me to create a television show, to create the next Game of Thrones for him, but then he was gone.
"He's my guy. He's the guy who understood my pitch. He's the one who believed in me. He's the one who saw what it could be, and he's gone. And then, my other producing partner, he was gone, too. So, the two people that I was there with are gone, and the people there had different ideas. All of a sudden, those things become the priority as I'm turning in my script. Now, my people aren't there. Same with the documentary."
Manganiello went on to say that, as his hands-on time in the D&D universe began to fall apart, he had "nobody helping to fight with" him to bring then-in-development projects to life. With Dragonlance officially confirmed to be canned in 2024, it was around this time the actor thought "OK, I'm out," but as he told us, "there is new hope."
"[President of Wizards of the Coast & Hasbro Digital Games] Dan Ayoub is a fantastic leader. He gets it, and we work really well together," he continued. "I think there are talented people within the building now that are doing some amazing things, and we're going to do some amazing things together.
"The dream was always, always to be off running a Dragonlance series, and I will never give up hope on that. And I think there's a lot of people that share that vision. I think the documentary with Danny Ayoub is actually going to be closer to getting out as well."
That's two big updates on two D&D projects that many fans believed were destined to never see the light of day. Still, as the pieces move into place on the board behind the scenes, it's best not to get hopes up too high until Manganiello and the rest of his team have more to announce. For example, Ayoub took up his position as president just four days ago after previously serving as senior vice president of Dungeons & Dragons. It's unclear how this title change may have affected any plans Manganiello mentioned during our interview.
The world of Dungeons & Dragons is trying to come to the live-action world in more ways than one. After a movie adaptation, Honor Among Thieves, launched to critical success and lackluster commercial response in 2023, we've still yet to see a sequel. There is allegedly a second script floating around somewhere, but whether it will leap off the page remains to be seen. For more on Manganiello, you can read about what he had to share from his time working as Deathstroke on Ben Affleck's canceled Batman movie.
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Nintendo has revealed a surprise Nintendo Direct for Pikmin Day because it has apparently decided that's a thing now.
Instead of spooky game announcements or horror movie memes, video game fans woke up to on Halloween 2026 was Mario creator Shigeru Miyamoto's face. That's because Nintendo has declared November 1 as Pikmin Day, and it's got a brand-new Direct to celebrate the occasion.
Yes, really. None of this is a joke. There's a little more than nine minutes of announcements to go over. Although there's no Pikmin 5 reveal or anything else too groundbreaking here, Miyamoto did take the time to share new information about Pikmin 4 and promised that, "going forward, I want people to know more about Pikmin."
Tomorrow is Pikmin Day!
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) October 31, 2026
Join in on the fun by playing Pikmin games on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. https://t.co/iYxZldya7p
So, to start, why is the first of November Pikmin Day? Nintendo's miniaturized franchise launched in Japan in October 2001 before coming to North America in December, so there's no tie to a release date like you might have guessed. Instead, Miyamoto explained that November 1 is Pikmin Day because there were originally only three Pikmin, which, when standing next to each other, kinda looks like "11.1."
Ready to test your skills at Dandori Academy?
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) October 31, 2026
A free demo of #Pikmin4 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Dandori Academy will be available on Nov 2. https://t.co/rNHNq35RMT
You gotta give 'em credit for creativity, as Pikmin Day is probably one of the last things anyone expected to see today. Still, it served as a nice opportunity to offer an update on Pikmin 4 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Dandori Academy ahead of its release November 12, 2026. Players will be able to use the new consoles built-in microphone to Oatchi, controlling them by using commands like 'rush' and 'go to work.'
The Dandori Academy mode, meanwhile, comes with new challenges, including exams that take place on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, that give players timed tasks and an opportunity to earn medals. A demo for the Switch 2 version of Pikimin 4 will be available starting November 2, with save data available to transfer to the full launch. It offers access to the Sun-Speckled Terrace opening area, as well as two Dandori Academy stages.
Secret Caves are coming this winter!
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) October 31, 2026
Get ready to explore Secret Caves, face off against familiar creatures, and uncover hidden treasures along the way in @PikminBloom on your smartphone. https://t.co/Nx6Lzba6v4
Nintendo first brought its augmented-reality game, Pikmin Bloom, to smartphone devices in 2021, but five years on, and it's still got more to give. As shown in a teaser video featuring a group of the colorful plant-like creatures battling a Bulborb, an update scheduled to arrive this winter will add a new mechanic called Secret Caves. These battle-focused exploration events allow players to take their crew into caves to battle creatures and earn rewards.
Before a cave is explored, players must collect a cave map, which feature information about a cave and can be found on things like Postcards. Then, Pikmin are sent into the cave to search for treasures, with some of the items highlighted during the Direct including a rubber duck, a sword, a cookie, and a chef hat. Should a battle ensue, you'll command your army by sending them in to attack when the moment is right, or retreat if things get too hairy. Pikmin 4's Dandori Academy challenges also give players an opportunity to collect maps by taking exams.
If you couldn't tell from the video games, shorts, and Easter Eggs Nintendo has highlighted through the franchise's 25-year history, it's got a soft spot for Pikmin. Miyamoto has spearheaded this charge, and because he wants people to know more about the company's adorable little mascots, he's enlisted some help.
Joining him during the Nintendo Direct broadcast was Japanese actress and crafty Pikmin fan Fuka Koshiba. Known for her work on TV projects like Siren and films like Lady Kaga, Miyamoto brought her in to help him "build more excitement around Pikmin going forward" after she shared hand-made Pikmin-themed hats on Instagram.
"Originally, I had heard on social media that you could get hats of the Red Pikmin, Blue Pikmin, and Yellow Pikmin from those claw machines," Koshiba said, holding one of her hats. "I'm not good at the claw machines, but I really wanted the hats, so I thought, 'Well, let's just knit them.'"
"I see," Miyamoto replied. "I'm also bad at the claw machines."
That was a close one!
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) October 31, 2026
Watch Hello! Pikmin short movies and enjoy new Pikmin adventures. https://t.co/8OPB48hDZr
The Pikmin Day Direct also featured a brand-new Pikmin Original Short Movie. Following last year's Close to You short, this video sees a Red Pikmin do its best to grab a baseball from a frog. It's as cute as you could ever expect.
As part of Nintendo's initiative to lean harder into the series, new shorts will be released monthly via the Nintendo Today! app, as well as other channels. However, there will also be a new episode released tomorrow, with another set to follow sometime in November. Miyamoto said he's collaborating with Nintendo Pictures staff to make the shorts.
That's all for the Pikmin Day Direct. While there was no hint at anything like Pikmin 5, planting November 1 as an official holiday is probably a sign that Nintendo has no intention of putting a cap on Pikmin content anytime soon. While we wait for any bigger updates on the franchise, you can check out IGN's 9/10 Pikmin 4 review.
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Stranger Than Heaven will apparently be the most technically accomplished game that developer RGG Studio has ever produced, and that’s largely due to the fact that it's being created solely for current generation hardware. The game’s producer, Hiroyuki Sakamoto, confirmed as much to IGN during an interview conducted at Gamescom Asia x Thailand Game Show 2026 this week.
“We set out to make Stranger Than Heaven as a completely brand-new game, with the goal of creating something entirely fresh while putting forth the absolute best quality we can produce right now,” explained Sakamoto. “[So] we decided to drop previous-gen platforms like the PS4 and focus on creating an experience best enjoyed natively on current-gen consoles like the PS5.”
Since the launch of the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S systems back in 2020, all of RGG Studio’s games have still kept one foot stuck in the previous console generation. 2024’s Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth was developed to run across two eras of PlayStation and Xbox, and while Xbox One was finally dropped for Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties earlier this year, support for PlayStation 4 remained.
However, by developing Stranger Than Heaven purely for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, the team hasn’t had to make any hardware-based compromises to its vision for the new game’s multiple decade-spanning journey through early 20th century Japan.
“In the past, hardware constraints meant limiting the number of characters we could display on screen at once, among other things we had to give up on,” continued Sakamoto. “With Stranger Than Heaven, by fully leveraging the PS5's capabilities we were able to showcase more characters on screen simultaneously than ever before and raise character quality to the next level.”
Despite some lingering reservations regarding its digital resurrection of the late rapper Tupac Shakur, IGN's Michael Higham found a lot to like about Stranger Than Heaven in his recent hands-on preview. With just over two months to go before its scheduled release in January, Sakamato seems supremely confident in where the game is at, going on to state, “I think we succeeded in achieving our goal of creating a richer visual experience with a stronger artistic identity than anything we've done prior.”
During the same chat, Sakamoto also confirmed the inclusion of in-game “cheats” in Stranger Than Heaven that you can read about here.
Stranger Than Heaven is set for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC on January 15, 2027.
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Final Fantasy XIV Evercold was set to launch sometime in January 2027, which was announced as part of its initial reveal back in April this year during the North American FFXIV Fan Fest. However, this next expansion for the critically acclaimed MMORPG has been delayed – FFXIV Evercold's release date is now February 23, 2027 (and February 19, 2027 for early access). This was announced alongside the new, full trailer / intro cinematic for Evercold at FFXIV Fan Fest in Japan, and was said to only be a four-week delay.
In typical FFXIV fashion, the third and final teaser trailer is the full opening cinematic for an expansion, and it kicked off the Japan Fan Fest keynote where director and producer Naoki Yoshida presented more details on new features, where the ongoing story is headed, and fundemental gameplay changes as FFXIV goes into version 8.0 alongside Evercold's launch.
Pre-orders for Evercold open on November 4, 2026 and will come with a Wind-up Kottr minion to summon and follow you around in the world and Halone's Earring which will boost the EXP you gain for Jobs under level 100 when equipped. The collector's edition comes with the Valhallar Odin mount, the Entreat Crystal emote, and the Crystal Skyltborg which looks like glam for the new Bastion Job's weapons. The physical collector's bundle has the Evercold art book, the Tapestry of the Fourth decoration, a Kottr plush, a keychain of the Ethos Metal, and the Warrior of Light Reaper figure.
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Additionally, we got a glimpse of the second new Job coming to his new expansion. It's a ranged DPS called Zephyr, which rocks a crossbow as their primary weapon and commands an avian companion to provide support.
There's a lot coming to FFXIV Evercold in addition to a new world and main story including a Neon Genesis Evangelion crossover raid series (which got a new teaser trailer), a Final Fantasy VII crossover raid series, a new Tank Job with Bastion, and much more. Be sure to check out my Dawntrail review as well to look back at the last expansion before heading into this new era for FFXIV.
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Stranger Than Heaven, the upcoming street-brawler from the makers of Yakuza and Like a Dragon, will feature optional in-game assists to make its challenging new combat system more approachable, developer RGG Studio has confirmed to IGN in an interview conducted at Gamescom Asia x Thailand Game Show 2026 this week.
In IGN’s most recent hands-on with the game, my colleague Michael Higham described Stranger Than Heaven’s parry-based combat system as “demanding”, adding that “you really have to pay attention to attack animations not just for timing, but to make the correct call on the direction it's coming from.” This initially seemed like it could prove to be divisive among fans of the comparatively carefree button-mashing combo systems found in RRG Studios’ previous adventures like Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii and Lost Judgment, but it turns out that Stranger Than Heaven’s more complex combat system will only be as difficult as players want it to be.
“We knew mechanics like parrying would be challenging, but based on feedback from players who tried the hands-on demos at various game shows, like [Gamescom Asia], we’ve fine-tuned details like difficulty balance and control responsiveness,” said Hiroyuki Sakamoto, producer of Stranger Than Heaven. "We've also included difficulty settings and provided plenty of support features, such as cheat items that increase health regeneration. We believe that if we offer enough support for action-game beginners, it will give them the chance to play through to the very end.”
Sakamoto insisted that with some perseverance from players and the inclusion of a lengthy tutorial phase in the early stages of the game to help them, he hoped that most players will eventually start to enjoy the new mechanics. He also stated that the highest difficulty setting is "extremely challenging," so the more battle-hardened gamers will still be able to face a more unforgiving combat experience should they so choose. However, for players who perhaps want to purely focus on enjoying the multiple decade-spanning story and the showbiz-based side activities without mastering the rhythm of the combat, the addition of the cheat items should mean that all fans of RGG Studio’s games will be able to enjoy Stranger Than Heaven.
“Equipping those cheat items makes you much harder to defeat by automatically restoring health and providing other perks,” explained Sakamoto. “For beginners who still struggle with blocking, we’re prepared assistance items that let you clear encounters using basic left and right punches alone.”
There is one small catch to using these assist items, however, but it’s a fairly humorous one in typically cheeky RGG Studio style.
“You can obtain [the cheat items] right from the start of the game,” said Sakamoto. “But because they function as ‘handicap’ items and you wear it as a cloth/garment, anyone watching your gameplay screen will immediately notice you’re wearing them.”
So no activating cheats and pretending to be an absolute parry-beast on a livestream, then.
Stranger Than Heaven is set for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC on January 15, 2027.
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Few games have changed the trajectory of their respective series quite like Monster Hunter World, one of the biggest smash hits Capcom has ever created. World was a vibrant, expansive, and ambitious leap that paid off in spades. It makes sense, then, that eight years later the series would still be chasing that high. Even with the time that's passed, I find myself amazed that Monster Hunter Outlanders, essentially, manages to cram the experience of World into a mobile game. This mobile spinoff certainly isn't attempting to reinvent the wheel, but after six hours with the game, it's proving to be a surprisingly competent package, although I have some bubbling hesitations about the grind and encroaching gacha systems.
Anytime there's a mobile spinoff of a major series, the first question that comes to mind is how that game will be compromised, or truncated, from that full console or PC experience. And so often, those mobile games are simplifications of a larger idea, like Fire Emblem Heroes or Diablo Immortal. What I've found fascinating about Monster Hunter Outlanders so far is that it doesn't really simplify the overall gameplay loop and structure. Rather, it's sort of a reconfigured Monster Hunter that strings out progression to support the typical framework of a mobile game, one filled with nearly a half-dozen different currencies to keep track of at any given time. But it also very much feels like Outlanders wants players to engage with it like a full-fledged Monster Hunter, and even includes all the story exposition you'd expect to go along with it.
Like most Monster Hunter games, Outlanders begins with a big cinematic opening where a group of adventurers from the Adventurer's Guild are striking out to an uncharted part of the world – in this case, an island called Aesoland. This island is filled with Radiant species of monsters, beasts whose abilities have been enhanced by a mineral called Radiantite. This is, ostensibly, also the game's reasoning for creating new designs of classic series monsters and tweaking their abilities to match this game specifically, like the Pukei-Pukei focusing more on head or tail attacks, which are easier to target with Outlander's more streamlined lock-on system.
But I cannot stress enough how much Outlanders banks on the same formula as World; it's almost as if the same game was transposed onto different locations and story elements. Even the first area of the game, like World, is a heavily forested area with a lot of verticality for climbing or setting ambushes; intentionally designed to show you the ropes. If you've played any Monster Hunter game, you know that core gameplay loop of what to expect – you take missions or hunts, track down monsters in an instanced map, beat them, harvest materials, and then use said materials to craft more powerful equipment.
Complementing this, you have a moderately-sized open world that you can roam around and explore to take down smaller monsters, find crafting materials, and more. Outlanders also brings back many of the elements that have become mainstays since World: scoutfly trails to guide you to objectives, buildable objects on the map like towers and ziplines, and monsters that interact and fight each other like natural predators. All these elements click together just as well as they did in World, creating a compelling loop that feels like you're constantly doing something meaningful to that overall progress. Outlanders is also impressive in terms of presentation with environments that genuinely look stunning; playing on an iPhone 14 Plus, I had a consistent framerate with very few dips.
However, the differences start to surface as you dig deeper into the minutiae of how the game actually plays and what options are available in combat scenarios. Certain aspects of the combat have been streamlined to fit the mobile experience and accommodate a touchscreen control scheme instead of a controller (although there is controller support if you want it). Movement and actions aren't as intricate, although the game sports two different control methods: Adventure Mode and Classic Mode. The former is intended for new players and streamlines things down to three buttons, Attack, React, and Burst. From there, the game contextually handles a lot of what you're doing, like the React button allowing you to dodge when a monster attacks, or block if the time is right. Classic Mode, on the other hand, gives you full manual control, including traditional button-stringed combos.
What I've found so far, though, is that Classic Mode proves to be unfit for just touch controls, as it's too cumbersome to use all of these different options without a controller. Adventure Mode does, generally, feel good to use, but takes some of the vibrant friction out of the experience by streamlining so much. That means the ideal way to play this, if you can, is on Classic Mode with a controller – which then ultimately raises the question of why you wouldn't just play a console Monster Hunter. There are answers to that question, of course, like if you don't own anything else to play a Monster Hunter game on.
The other two major elements where Outlanders shifts that classic experience is with your ability to build a party of adventurers and how progression works. To try and fit the typical idea of a gacha game, Outlanders creates a group of distinct characters that take part in the story who you can then recruit and use as NPC companions. Recruiting means partaking in those traditional gacha pulls using currency called Rutacoins.
Each Adventurer has their own distinct moveset that builds on one specific weapon type, meaning playing as that Adventurer is different from just slapping any other weapon on your player-created character. This does create some incentive to try and get these various characters. Of course, the real key to this system is how easy or difficult it might be to pull Adventurers and upgrade them to be useful in combat. I was able to build a full four-person party fairly easily with the currency I earned from starting the game. Overall, I like the idea of being able to build a party with these distinct characters and play solo. The option is still there to group up with other players and friends, but the Adventurers make it easy to tackle quests and Contracts on your own. But I can already see hints of it being frustrating to pull repeat characters, let alone anyone new you might want down the line.
This leads to the area I'm not as hot on: the progression system. While almost all of the currency in the game is earnable from playing, as well as spending real money, I'm finding that the classic Monster Hunter progression loop feels a bit slower here. You need Zenny to pay for items, upgrades, and services. Rutacoins are for pulling characters and sidekicks (Palicos and the like). Research Points needed for the upgradable skill tree to unlock more buildable structures, for example. And as you might expect, there are additional materials necessary for upgrading a character or sidekick's level, unlocking their level cap, upgrading weapons, crafting items, and more.
Monster Hunter has always had a lot of elements to juggle in terms of progression, which is arguably the biggest barrier to entry for some people. In many ways, the series has been about busy work, sifting through menus, and meticulously crafting sets of armor and weapons. Those are elements of Monster Hunter I've always enjoyed, but even after a half-dozen hours, I'm feeling quite fatigued by the sheer amount of stuff in Outlanders. There's a lot of currency and whatnot to earn, and equally as much to figure out in terms of how to get things done, as well as hours of tutorials.
This has, ultimately, made the opening hours a bit more of a slog than something like Monster Hunter World or Rise. And even though I'm genuinely having a good time so far, my primary concern at the moment is how all that might affect the experience as a whole, especially as you get to the more difficult and complex hunts. I've played enough gacha games in my life to know that the fun can be brought to a grinding halt pretty quickly when resources become a wall you have to overcome.
Of course, it'll take time to make a final judgement, but my overarching sentiment on Outlanders right now is surprise: for how it still leans into that essential component of timing in combat, and for how uncompromised the visuals and world design are. Those insidious mobile elements that too many games fall into are still nipping at the edges, but I'm hoping the core experience is able to stave it off in the long-run. I'll be pouring more time into Monster Hunter Outlanders in the coming days for the full review coming soon.
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Chronicles: Medieval developer Raw Power Games posted a chilling warning on its social media pages, warning that the studio might close before it can launch the Early Access version of its medieval open-world action/strategy sandbox because funding for the team is "no longer in place."
In a message on X (with a hat tip to Insider Gaming), Raw Power laid out its unfortunate predicament: "Due to circumstances outside our control, the necessary funding behind Raw Power Games is no longer in place. Without it we can't keep building Chronicles: Medieval, and right now the studio is at real risk of closing. We're not going to sugarcoat. You deserve to hear it plainly, and directly from us.
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"What makes it hurt is how close we are," the message continued. "Early Access is within reach. The world we've been building for years is finally starting to feel alive, and we have so much we've been thrilled to show you. Every day in the studio – in Copenhagen and remote – we've seen people put everything they have into this game, often far beyond what anyone asked of them. They are the ones carrying the heaviest weight right now, and we couldn't be prouder of them. We don't know yet how this ends. But in the spirit of our game we're not going down without a fight!"
Chronicles: Medieval's Tom Hardy-narrated announcement trailer drew a lot of interest, netting more than 2 million views on IGN's YouTube channel. It was revealed at Summer Game Fest 2025, and we have since previewed it not once but twice. In our most recent hands-on, we noted that it still felt pretty early at the time, but also said, "The scale and detail of the battles simultaneously is very impressive," and, "Being able to jump into a commander at ground level for more of a third-person action mode is really cool."
Raw Power Games told fans, "If you want to stand with us, keep Chronicles: Medieval on your wishlist and keep talking about it. It matters more right now than you might think. Thank you for believing in us. Thank you for believing in this game. We really hope you'll get to play the world we've been creating."
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Bethesda and Xbox development studio id Software, maker of the Doom franchise, has deepened its partnership with fellow Bethesda and Xbox studio MachineGames, makers of the most recent Wolfenstein games as well as 2024's Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.
At a press event earlier this week for id Software's Doom: The Dark Ages - Revelations DLC, which was released this summer, studio co-director Marty Stratton was asked how the studio is doing in the wake of the layoffs that affected id as part of Xbox CEO Asha Sharma's ongoing Xbox "reset." He answered, "We're doing great. Not to handwave the [layoffs] away...everybody knows we had about half of our studio exit as part of that. But there was a very deliberate effort to make sure that we were incredibly viable coming out of that across everything we do, across game development and technology department.
"We're working more closely with MachineGames than ever. We've always had a very close partnership with them, but I think we're at a point with technology development that both teams are incredibly talented and have incredibly talented engineers and we're really on an amazing path that had started pre-[layoffs]. We'd kicked this off earlier this year. We're really excited about that. We're both really really bullish on what we have ahead."
This is purely speculative on my part, but might the two decorated first-person shooter studios be co-developing MachineGames's next project, which is heavily rumored to be Wolfenstein 3 – with studio head Jerk Gustafsson saying, "We're not done with Wolfenstein yet"? Not only has MachineGames used id Software's idTech engine for every one of its games, but Sharma has publicly stated that she wants Xbox's development teams to double down on their biggest franchises – a sentiment echoed by Bethesda boss Jill Braff. And with id now seemingly done with Doom: The Dark Ages following the oustanding Revelations DLC, a team-up with MachineGames might help get the rumored third Wolfenstein game out the door faster, and getting games out more quickly is one of Sharma's goals.
In addition, while Doom should certainly be considered in that "biggest franchises" group, Wolfenstein most likely is as well. Plus, Amazon has a Wolfenstein TV series in development, which might further incentivize Xbox and Bethesda to pair up id and MachineGames to make sure the latter team's next game is as awesome – and out as quickly – as possible. Bu whatever either team does next, the project(s) will be highly anticipated, at least by me, as both teams have incredible track records, both historically and recently.
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As Meek Mill scribed, “I used to pray for times like this.” After what feels like an eternity, and to be fair, it has changed significantly since the last game in the series, Grand Theft Auto 6 is almost here. Arguably the biggest game, and perhaps entertainment release, of all time, it stands to make Rockstar more money than God while ushering in an era for video games. Of course, it isn’t all about GTA. Ocarina of Time and World of […]
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Riftbound: Radiance is the fifth set for Riot Games’ League of Legends Trading Card Game, and it’s bringing a whole lot of star power to the battlefield. This time around, we’re moving away from the rivalries and conflicts of Vendetta and stepping into the spotlight, with a set focused on music, performance and showing off some seriously impressive plays. With nine new Legends joining the lineup, including Seraphine, Evelynn, Ekko and Ziggs, there’s plenty for Riftbounders to get excited about. […]
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JB Hi-Fi has an incredible deal if you’re in the market for a new Android phone and a Nintendo Switch 2 (what perfect timing with Zelda this week). Until November 9th, you’ll get a free Nintendo Switch 2 and a bonus $100 JB Hi-FI gift card when purchasing any Google Pixel 11 Pro or 11 Pro XL Phone. At the time of writing, the cheapest Pixel 11 Pro is $1,849 and with the free Switch 2 and gift card this […]
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It’s hard to believe that Grand Theft Auto 6 is just over two weeks away, but if you’re in Melbourne, you can make it feel like even more of a reality by popping into the city. As of yesterday, a hand painted Grand Theft Auto 6 mural just popped up on the corner of Collins and Elizabeth street taking over the full height of the building. THE CHEAPEST GTA 6 PRICE: $125 WITH FREE SHIPPING (A WEEK EARLY) Just popped […]
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EA has shut down BioWare and cancelled the next Mass Effect, and we’re asking how the studio behind Dragon Age and Mass Effect ended up here after EA’s Saudi buyout. Plus, The Elder Scrolls 6 is reportedly called Sentinel and set in Hammerfell, GTA 6 gameplay surprisingly appears in South Park. THIS WEEK’S TOPICS 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:31 Final Fantasy Resonance Best RPG of the Year? 00:09:30 AI Vibe Coded Games Takeover 00:22:04 Grand Theft Auto 6 Launch Trailer and PC […]
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Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders are available with an RRP of $130, but Amazon has dropped a slightly better pre-order deal at $125 with free shipping. These will ship a week earlier on November 12th to allow for pre-load. Grand Theft Auto 6 (PS5) – $125 with free shipping Grand Theft Auto 6 (XSX) – $125 with free shipping Obviously, Amazon offer a pre-order price guarantee as well, so if it does drop even further between when you pre-order and […]
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UPDATE: Retroid has dropped the price of two its handhelds by an extra $42 by using code $30OFF Retroid Pocket Classic – $98 AUD (55% off) Retroid Pocket 5 – $210 AUD (27% off) ORIGINAL STORY: Retroid has announced that some of its most popular handhelds are being discontinued and are hugely discounted in their final ever sale. RETROID RUNOUT SALE Retroid Pocket Classic – $139 AUD (34% off) Retroid Pocket 5 – $251 AUD (14% off) Retroid Pocket Flip 2 D1100 – $209 AUD […]
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UPDATE 2: The PlayStation Pulse Wireless Headset is now up for pre-order on Amazon. As a reminder it releases on November 19th for $159.95 AUD. PlayStation Pulse Wireless Headset – Midnight Black – $159.95 with free shipping PlayStation Pulse Wireless Headset – White – $159.95 with free shipping UPDATE: PlayStation has revealed that the PlayStation Pulse Wireless headset will release on November 19th with pre-orders starting on October 29th at 10:00am AEDT. The headset will be available in white and […]
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PlayStation has revealed November’s Free PlayStation Plus games and it includes Dead Island 2, Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered and Monster Train 2. NOVEMBER 2026 PLAYSTATION PLUS GAMES Dead Island 2 (PS4/PS5) Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered (PS4/PS5) Monster Train 2 (PS5) Dead Island 2 is definitely a fun time for those that haven’t played and similarly Tomb Raider 4-6 has a few classic games that are worth checking out too. You’ve got until November 2nd to get October’s games which includes […]
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UPDATE 3: Nintendo has dropped another allocation of the Zelda Switch 2 console on its website HERE. UPDATE 2: Nintendo has dropped the second batch of the Zelda Pro Controller with Stand on the Nintendo Online shop. Sadly it isn’t shipping until February but you can grab it HERE. UPDATE: All items are live on JB Hi-Fi: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time (Nintendo Switch 2) – $109 at JB Hi-Fi 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Console – $799 at […]
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PlayStation has announced the Prism Collection which includes transparent DualSense controllers and PS5 console covers. There are three colours including Flare Orange, Emerald Green and Graphite Grey. The luminous Flare Orange brings a bold and vibrant aesthetic The elegant Emerald Green features a silky green exterior. The classy Graphite Gray presents a refined gray design. Each design incorporates super glossy textures with a see-through design that allows a look into the DualSense controllers and PS5 console covers. The PlayStation Prism […]
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Originally announced earlier this year, PlayStation: The first 30 Years has dropped online exclusively at Read-Only Memory and it’ll ship in November. The book is 400 pages covering PlayStation hardware from the PS1 to the PS5 detailing never before seen prototypes, sketches and development models with rare looks at abandoned console and controller designs and insights from iconoc PlayStation designed and exclusive photography. You can pre-order it HERE for about $230 including shipping There was also a deluxe edition which […]
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Grand Theft Auto 6 is just weeks away, and we now know how much storage to clear out of our PS5 consoles with the game coming in at 210GB. This was revealed by PlayStation File Size, a Twitter account dedicated to revealing game sizes. A file size has not yet been revealed for Xbox Series X yet but it’d presumably be quite similar. ? Grand Theft Auto VI – ???????? ???? : 210 GB – ???????? ($79.99)Pre-Load : November 12Release […]
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The cheapest Australian copy of Grand Theft Auto 6, starting with local retailers and finishing off with digital-only prices. We will update with new & special prices if they emerge post-launch. Lock the doors, turn off your phone, Grand Theft Auto 6 codes hit shelves for PS5 & Xbox Series X on Thursday, November 12th so that you can pre-load before the November 19th release date. Pre-order DLC and editions below. GRAND THEFT AUTO 6 CHEAPEST AUSTRALIAN COPY AMAZON has […]
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Apple has announced that long-rumoured new iPad Mini which is totally re-designed from the inside out. The new iPad Mini has a 8.5-inch OLED display (up from 8.3-inches), the A20 Pro Chip which is great for AI performance, a thinner and lighter design, full water and dust resistance, a new 12 MP landscape centre stage camera and faster charging. The new OLED display is available in a nano-texture model for $200 more (on 256GB/512GB models) and it’s a 60hz display […]
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\n"},{"title":"Everything Announced At Fallout Day 2026","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/top-news/2026/10/27/everything-announced-at-fallout-day-2026/","date":"Tue, 27 Oct 2026 04:54:32 +0000","desc":"![\"Fallout](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Fallout-DAy-600x337.jpg\")
Bethesda has wrapped up its Fallout Day 2026 celebrations and whilst there was sadly nothing on the Fallout 3/New Vegas remasters or next game from Obsidian, there was a bunch of announcements across Fallout 76, Fallout 4, Fallout Shelter and beyond, including new updates, in-game rewards, collaborations and a tease of what’s coming in 2027 (which sounds like it’ll be more fruitful). Here’s everything that was announced as part of Fallout Day 2026. Fallout 76 Is Getting Pets In December […]
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UPDATE 2: Nintendo has dropped the second batch of the Zelda Pro Controller with Stand on the Nintendo Online shop. Sadly it isn’t shipping until February but you can grab it HERE. UPDATE: All items are live on JB Hi-Fi: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time (Nintendo Switch 2) – $109 at JB Hi-Fi 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Console – $799 at JB Hi-Fi 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Pro Controller – $134 Young Link Amiibo – $29.95 at JB […]
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I’ve spent enough of my life rolling around on the floor to know when a game just wants me dead ASAP, borderline unfairly. Phantom Blade Zero ain’t one of them. Not quite a Soulslike. S-GAME’s Kungfupunk action RPG definitely has it in for you and me, but would also rather watch the cleverer among us use the tools they’ve steadily earned to turn many poor bastards and their bosses into human kebabs, preferably while looking spectacularly cool. This isn’t Dark […]
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The cheapest Australian copy of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, starting with local retailers and finishing off with digital-only prices. We will update with new & special prices if they emerge post-launch. Dust off that old flute, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time hits shelves for Nintendo Switch 2 on Thursday, November 5th! Trade deal and details below. OCARINA OF TIME CHEAPEST AUSTRALIAN COPY TARGET has the cheapest launch price at $95 with free shipping HERE. Physical: […]
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The cheapest Australian copy of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, starting with local retailers and finishing off with digital-only prices. We will update with new & special prices if they emerge post-launch. COD4MW? No! Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 hits shelves for Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series & PC on Friday, October 23rd! Trade deal and details below. COD MW4 CHEAPEST AUSTRALIAN COPY Amazon has the cheapest launch price for $85 with free shipping Physical: Target – $85 […]
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Magic: The Gathering is boldly going where no Magic set has gone before with its latest Universes Beyond collaboration, Star Trek, bringing 60 years of iconic characters, starships and intergalactic adventures to the tabletop. From Captain Kirk and Spock to Picard, Janeway and plenty of familiar faces from across the franchise, there’s certainly no shortage of adventures waiting for players when the set launches this November. Like previous Universes Beyond collaborations, Star Trek is bringing with it a whole slew […]
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Every year when duty calls, I pick up the phone, accept the charges, and cross my trigger fingers. Mostly to hope that the next chapter of COD will just be better than the last one. And with Modern Warfare III’s campaign, that wouldn’t exactly be a tough ask now, would it? The bar it set was low. You need to dolphin dive to get under that bastard. Secondly, I also always pray to the heavens above to grant mine ears […]
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MSI has announced limited edition 2-in-1 versions of its 14 Flip AI+ which are inspired by Vincent Van Gogh paintings. One laptop is inspired by The Starry Night and the other is inspired by Starry Night Over The Rhone. The laptop has Intel Core Ultra X9 processors, a 14-inch OLED touchscreen, an 81WH battery, 32GB of memory and a 1TB SSD. The Prestige 14 Flip AI+ has a convertible 2-in-1 design which alows for the below modes: Laptop mode: Traditional […]
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MSI has announced that its very special MSI Crosshair A16 HX MLG Edition laptop is up for pre-order in Australia and New Zealand now. The laptop has a 16-inch QHD+ IPS 1600p 240hz display, and it has an AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX processor with an RTX 5070 GPU. It has advanced cooling with two dedicated cooling fans, five copper heat pipes which is meant to give it 51.1% more airflow than the previous generation. What’s special about this laptop though […]
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It’s been years and years of back and forth between Apple and Epic, especially here in Australia, and it seems as though Epic has finally won out with Fortnite set to returning to iPhones tomorrow and a host of changes set to come to the App Store in Australia next year. A year after it won its case against Apple, the Australian Federal Court has today told Apple that from March 2027 it must comply with the below: iOS will […]
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\n"},{"title":"Aussie Pre-Orders For The Limited Edition Gran Turismo DualSense Controller Are Live","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2026/10/22/aussie-pre-orders-for-the-limited-edition-gran-turismo-dualsense-controller-are-live/","date":"Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:37:37 +0000","desc":"![\"Gran](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Gran-Turismo-DualSense-controller-600x337.jpg\")
UPDATE: The Gran Turismo Limited Edition DualSense controller is now up for pre-order on Amazon for $134.95 with free shipping. You can grab it HERE. Gran Turismo DualSense – $134.95 AUD ORIGINAL STORY: PlayStation has announced a Gran Turismo Limited Edition DualSense controller to celebrate 30 years of the iconic franchise. The controller is inspired by the engineering side of Gran Turismo with racing stripes down the centre of the controller and racing stickers all over the controller. There’s a […]
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UPDATE: PlayStation has revealed that the PlayStation Pulse Wireless headset will release on November 19th with pre-orders starting on October 29th at 10:00am AEDT. The headset will be available in white and midnight black and will cost $159.95 AUD. The Pulse Wireless Headset improves on the one at launch with a brand new design, a built-in microphone with AI noise rejection, Planar magnetic drivers, a USB-C PlayStation Link dongle ORIGINAL STORY: PlayStation has announced two new headsets in what will […]
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EA has today announced a bunch of changes including 400 job losses, and the closure of Bioware resulting in the next Mass Effect game being cancelled. “As we focus on these larger opportunities, we’ve had a small team at BioWare working on early-development for Mass Effect. We’ve made the decision not to move forward with this development, which means we’re closing the studio and our Edmonton workspace. BioWare is a legendary studio that helped define the role-playing genre, and we […]
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On the scale of Warhammer 40K obsession, I’m a respectable eight Henry Cavills out of a maximum ten Henry Cavills. I only dabble in mini painting, but I have been gaming in this universe since Space Hulk: Vengeance of the Blood Angels, and just about every 40K game since that has eventually wandered into my killzone. I’ve therefore been hanging out for Dawn of War IV, and after spending weeks with its preview build, I’m delighted to report that it’s […]
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A new article by Fortune has claimed to have details about an upcoming Xbox handheld as well as Xbox’s next console. It’s said that the next Xbox handheld will release in 2027 with it being unclear if this will be another ROG handheld or Xbox’s own handheld. More interestingly, the next Xbox console will release in 2028 and internally at present it’s set to cost between $1,200-$1,800 USD (~$2,500 AUD). Obviously this is due to the increase in ram and […]
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\n"},{"title":"Amazon Prime Just Got A Price Increase In Australia","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/2026/10/21/amazon-prime-just-got-a-price-increase-in-australia/","date":"Wed, 21 Oct 2026 01:01:55 +0000","desc":"![\"Amazon](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Amazon-Box-770x513-1-600x400.jpg\")
Three years after the last (and only) price increase in Australia, Amazon has announced that Prime is going up in price starting today. The monthly fee is going up to $12.99 per month (up from $9.99 a month) and the yearly fee is going up to $99 per year (up from $79.99 per year). It’s a tough one to swallow but it’s still providing great value compared to other subscriptions. NEW AMAZON PRIME PRICES IN AUSTRALIA $12.99 AUD a month […]
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\n"},{"title":"Everything Announced At The October 2026 ID@XBOX Showcase","link":"https://press-start.com.au/features/2026/10/21/everything-announced-at-the-october-2026-idxbox-showcase/","date":"Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:09:32 +0000","desc":"![\"\"](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/idxbox-600x337.jpg\")
Although there’s a wealth of cool stuff here that’s been announced as either coming to XBOX Game Pass or XBOX itself, there’s no hiding from the fact that this ID@XBOX showcase, and the discussion around it, will be dominated by Shrek. DreamWorks’ Shrek 2 was a genuine cult classic, and for it to be getting a remaster feels like a fairy tale come true – kind of. At the end of the day, it might be the only game layered […]
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Final Fantasy Resonance brings Final Fantasy to HD-2D, and we give our verdict on Square Enix’s turn-based JRPG. Plus, AI-powered game ports, mashups and jailbreaks have exploded online and Xbox has responded with Xbox Labs, while GTA 6’s launch trailer drops ahead of its 19 November release, with a PC version reportedly coming in early 2027. THIS WEEK’S TOPICS 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:31 Final Fantasy Resonance Best RPG of the Year? 00:09:30 AI Vibe Coded Games Takeover 00:22:04 Grand Theft Auto […]
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This morning, XBOX and AMD have revealed plans to bring AMD’s FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution) 4.1 to XBOX’s pair of home consoles, as well as its run of ROG handhelds. For those not dialled in, FSR is AMD’s proprietary upscaling technology which renders games at a lower resolution before improving performance and fidelity through machine-learning-powered tech. In the above video, AMD GM Jack Huynh invited XBOX’s Chief Technology Officer, Scott Van Vliet, to share the news regarding the upcoming optimisations […]
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Every year when duty calls, I pick up the phone, accept the charges, and cross my trigger fingers. Mostly to hope that the next chapter of COD will just be better than the last one. And with Modern Warfare III’s campaign, that wouldn’t exactly be a tough ask now, would it? The bar it set was low. You need to dolphin dive to get under that bastard. Secondly, I also always pray to the heavens above to grant mine ears […]
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When you think about moments in time, Wii Sports does seem like lightning in a bottle. It kickstarted the eventually ill-fated motion control fad, while capturing the hearts and minds of the families it entertained for what felt like months—especially in a time when the industry itself moved a little slower. Though not a viable means of pursuing physical fitness, it at least cultivated an “active mindset” in what is otherwise an often sedentary hobby. Despite a few attempts to […]
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As a franchise that’s been constantly reinventing itself, it’s hard not to reminisce about the turn-based battle systems from the Final Fantasy games of old. Why Square Enix has avoided returning to this format in the many years since Final Fantasy X is mind-bogglingly unknown – even titles outside of the mainline progression have shied away from Final Fantasy’s legacy. If Final Fantasy Resonance makes one thing clear, it’s that Square never should’ve abandoned this kind of Final Fantasy game […]
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\n"},{"title":"The SAROS: Zenith Update Has Surprised Launched Today","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2026/10/20/the-saros-zenith-update-has-surprised-launched-today/","date":"Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:31:13 +0000","desc":"![\"Saros](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/saroszenith-600x337.jpg\")
To everyone’s surprise, Housemarque has surprise launched their Zenith update for SAROS this morning. Only recently, during PAX week, I asked Gregory Louden, SAROS’s Creative Director, whether the update was on track for this year, and he confirmed it was. Little did I know how soon. SAROS: Zenith update out now! Check out the release trailer! https://t.co/Gp5muG7sZa — Housemarque (@Housemarque) October 19, 2026 The free update includes several requested features, including a NG+ mode, a boss rush mode called Overlord […]
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\n"},{"title":"25 Games From The October 2026 Steam Next Fest That You Should Check Out","link":"https://press-start.com.au/features/2026/10/20/25-games-from-the-october-2026-steam-next-fest-that-you-should-check-out/","date":"Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:00:40 +0000","desc":"![\"\"](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/steam-next-fest-oct-600x337.jpg\")
We might have just survived the most hectic couple of months in video game history, but my fever dreams have begun taking shape with me having my shoe caught in a train track sleeper while the Grand Theft Auto 6 train bears down on me, only for Wil Wheaton to rescue me at the last second a la Stand by Me, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t a Steam Next Fest to get stuck into. A constant source of tremendous, […]
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\n"},{"title":"We Spoke With Gregory Louden About SAROS: Zenith And The Aussie Games Industry","link":"https://press-start.com.au/features/2026/10/19/we-spoke-with-gregory-louden-about-saros-zenith-and-the-aussie-games-industry/","date":"Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:44 +0000","desc":"![\"\"](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/saros-zenith-600x337.jpg\")
Last week, during his visit to Melbourne for Melbourne International Games Week and PAX 2026, we got a chance to sit down once again with Aussie’s own Gregory Louden to talk about SAROS. More specifically, the game’s Zenith expansion, which is launching free for players this year. During the chat, we got to speak about the update and what it’s delivering to SAROS fans, his journey from film to video games, and the state of the Australian games industry. So, […]
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Powerful cloud gaming is here in Australia. Level up the way you play by streaming your favourite games from world-class NVIDIA GPUs in the cloud. Game anywhere, on any device, without any downloads. Choose a plan or sign up to a free Ultimate Trial for 3 hours of RTX 4080-powered playtime right HERE. Cloud gaming is simple: you log on to a server, choose a game, and start playing without having to install it locally. That last bit is one […]
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Powerful cloud gaming is here in Australia. Level up the way you play by streaming your favourite games from world-class NVIDIA GPUs in the cloud. Game anywhere, on any device, without any downloads. Choose a plan or sign up to a free Ultimate Trial for 3 hours of RTX 4080-powered playtime right HERE. 2026 has been a banger year, thanks to Resident Evil Requiem, 007 First Light, Crimson Desert, CONTROL Resonant, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, and Gears of […]
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Powerful cloud gaming is here in Australia. Level up the way you play by streaming your favourite games from world-class NVIDIA GPUs in the cloud. Game anywhere, on any device, without any downloads. Choose a plan or sign up to a free Ultimate Trial for 3 hours of RTX 4080-powered playtime right HERE. In August 2026, GeForce NOW Powered by CloudGG hit an impressive milestone in Australia: over 1 billion minutes of playtime and over 800,000 registered members. Right now, […]
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A year ago, when I reviewed the ROG XBOX Ally X, I commented on how it was a very exciting handheld with a few little XBOX-related quirks that needed ironing out and that I wished it had an OLED display. ASUS has now dropped the ROG XBOX Ally X20, the software has come a long way in 12 months, and we finally have that OLED display. The ROG XBOX Ally X20 has a translucent shell just like other items in […]
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I don’t think there’s a kid-inhabited household in Australia, albeit the world, that hasn’t fallen in love with the adorable little blue Heeler that is Bluey. Her rise in fame from a little Brisbane cartoon on the ABC to a worldwide sensation is something I feel us Australians, especially those of us in Brisbane, are super duper proud of. Bluey’s Happy Snaps continues the legacy of what makes Bluey great in the all new gaming adventure developed by Gameloft Brisbane. […]
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\n"},{"title":"A Limited Edition Gran Turismo DualSense Controller Has Been Revealed","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2026/10/15/a-limited-edition-gran-turismo-dualsense-controller-has-been-revealed/","date":"Wed, 14 Oct 2026 22:21:06 +0000","desc":"PlayStation has announced a Gran Turismo Limited Edition DualSense controller to celebrate 30 years of the iconic franchise. The controller is inspired by the engineering side of Gran Turismo with racing stripes down the centre of the controller and racing stickers all over the controller. There’s a textured, carbon-fibre style front plate as well. The Gran Turismo DualSense controller will be available on December 10th with pre-orders starting on October 22nd at 10:00am AEDT. We’ll keep you posted on availability […]
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Xbox has unveiled the long-rumoured XBOX Nano Controller which will work with XBOX consoles and anything that supports Bluetooth with controller input. The great thing about the controller is that even though it’s smaller, it has all of the regular XBOX inputs complete with an action button that can be customised. Clearly this is designed for those that wnat a more portable controller to take with them, or it’s great for younger gamers that find the regular Xbox controller too […]
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We went hands-on with The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake for Nintendo Switch 2 ahead of its November 5 launch. Plus, Harry reviews Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse, we dig into Marvel’s Wolverine’s surprising PS5 disc sales, Xbox’s new XP film and TV division and Paramount’s Cyberpunk 2077 movie, and debate whether we’re taking time off for GTA 6. THIS WEEK’S TOPICS 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:42 The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Preview 00:19:39 Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Review 00:28:14 […]
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Improving upon near perfection isn’t a task I’d envy, but it’s one Nintendo has gamely taken on when adding a modern spin to arguably the greatest video game ever made, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. Outside of playing Kokiri Forest, likely up to the point of the Great Deku Tree, around a dozen separate times, fishing a bit, and jamming on the titular mouthpiece, I don’t have the nostalgia many would have for this particular adventure, and while […]
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UPDATE: Anyone can now buy this from JB Hi-Fi following the ballot draw at this link HERE. Rockstar isn’t done announcing things for Grand Theft Auto 6, with the Grand Theft Auto 6: The Goodtime State Vice City Collection revealed. It includes a bunch of goodies from the game’s TV show featuring Macca the Gator. The Collector’s Edition will cost $400 USD (~$570 AUD) and Rockstar says that Australian pre-order information is coming shortly, with it likely to be EB […]
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UPDATE: It’s now been confirmed that this one isn’t coming to Australia and will only be coming to the below markets and sold directly through PlayStation: “Players in the US, U.K., France, Germany, Austria, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg will be able to purchase in limited quantities, while supplies last.” ORIGINAL STORY: PlayStation has today revealed the God Of War Laufey Collector’s Edition which will release alongside the game on February, 16th 2027. It doesn’t include a copy […]
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Apple has announced a heap of new home products with the hero being the long-rumoured HomeView smart pad, and the HomePod Mini 2, Apple TV 4K (4th Gen) and a bunch of smart home products all rounding out the line-up. APPLE HOMEVIEW It has a 7-inch liquid retina display, the A18 Chip which is capable of both Apple Intelligence and Siri AI and it can recognise faces for up to six people with personalised home screens for each. person. That […]
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Microsoft this morning announced the formation of Xbox Labs, “a small group of game makers, engineers, and scientists” tasked with exploring the possibilities of AI modding and porting. The move seems to be in response to the recent boom we’ve seen within the space, as “creators” have harnessed the technology to build several off-the-wall mash-ups, like Super Mario within the context of Elden Ring’s world, and ports, which have seen games like Call of Duty and Mario Kart 8 running […]
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According to a report from GamesBeat, the yet-to-be-announced but extremely likely PC version of Grand Theft Auto 6 is being planned by Rockstar for release in early 2027. The report claims the PC port is to be expected in the “first quarter” of the year, meaning it’ll be in PC gamers’ hands by the end of March. The report cites four separate sources, all of which are said to be familiar with Rockstar’s plans but have opted for anonymity to […]
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UPDATE: It’s now been confirmed that this one isn’t coming to Australia and will only be coming to the below markets and sold directly through PlayStation: “Players in the US, U.K., France, Germany, Austria, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg will be able to purchase in limited quantities, while supplies last.” PlayStation has today revealed the God Of War Laufey Collector’s Edition which will release alongside the game on February, 16th 2027.It doesn’t include a copy of the game, […]
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\n"},{"title":"Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Review – A Reverent Return","link":"https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2026/10/13/castlevania-belmonts-curse-review/","date":"Tue, 13 Oct 2026 07:00:53 +0000","desc":"![\"Castlevania](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/BelmontsCurse_Header-600x337.jpg\")
Much like Konami’s other formative IP, Castlevania feels like it’s been on the back burner when it comes to actual game releases. The focus has instead been relegated to crossovers and finding new fans through the excellent Netflix series of the same name and its follow-up, Castlevania: Nocturne. It’s in this climate that Evil Empire, with advice from Motion Twin, has graced us with Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse, the first 2D entry in 18 years. Despite not being headed up by […]
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It’s been a staple for every single Grand Theft Auto release since the original on PlayStation to come with physical map, but there were doubts that Grand Theft Auto 6 would come with one given it’s not getting a disc, but it looks as though it will. Gamestop stores in the US have started communicating to customers both verbally and on signage that in addition to pre-order bonuses, the physical edition will come with a physical map of Leonida. THE […]
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PlayStation Japan has announced a Midnight Black PS5 Slim Digital console bundle that will come with an all-black PS5 as well as a Midnight Black DualSense controller as well. PlayStation has also revealed a Midnight Black disc drive too that will obviously come in a black colourway that matches the new console. At the time of writing, this bundle has only been announced for Japan and will release on November 19th with pre-orders starting on October 10th. PlayStation has also […]
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I got the chance to see the special gold foil edition of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time at PAX over the weekend and if this isn’t an argument for physical games existing then I don’t know what is. Paying homage to the gold cart of the original version, when the light hits the cover, not only does the golden logo shimmer in golden goodness, the entire cover has this textured quality about it that matches the new woven […]
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Another year of PAX Aus can only mean one thing—there are indies to wishlist. I’ll preach it until I’m blue in the face, but it’s so important to signal boost and show love to the games that stand out to you, and something as easy as a wishlist can help these games get the exposure they need to be the next big indie success story. As a team, our tastes vary, and the PAX Rising show floor caters to nearly […]
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Valor Mortis has been a fascinating prospect to me for a number of reasons. Firstly, it’s from the team that put out Ghostrunner, one of my favourite titles of the last decade. Let’s ignore the fact that its sequel did not hit for me, but there’s enough of a pedigree there to get me on board. And second, it’s a so-called first-person soulslike—giving us a whole new perspective on a genre I’ve regularly butt heads with. Having previously gone hands-on […]
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In a comical post on its official Instagram page, Australia’s Fair Work Ombudsman has used the platform to clarify the laws on unpaid leave ahead of the launch of Grand Theft Auto 6 next month. The post, clearly aimed at people who’ve burned through their other entitlements, lays out a range of scenarios, explaining when unpaid leave is and isn’t a worker’s right. Spoiler alert: it’s pretty common-sense stuff, and taking time off to play a video game isn’t an open-and-shut case. That […]
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Xbox has confirmed that the PlayStation 5 port for their critically acclaimed open-world racer Forza Horizon 6 is going to release on January 26 next year, after the game was initially confirmed for 2026. Those who pre-order the game’s premium edition will gain access to the game five days early, meaning they’ll be able to play on January 21. Forza Horizon 6 is one of the highest-rated games of the year so far, sitting at a 91 on OpenCritic. We […]
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\n"},{"title":"Here’s Our Exclusive Riftbound – Radiance Card Reveal","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/2026/10/10/heres-our-exclusive-riftbound-radiance-card-reveal/","date":"Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000","desc":"![\"\"](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Radiance-header-600x328.jpg\")
Riftbound’s fifth set, Radiance, is ready to take centre stage later this month, bringing with it new Legends, mechanics and plenty of ways for players to show off their brilliance on the battlefield. Radiance is all about performance and creativity, rewarding players for making big plays when the lights are shining brightest. That includes three new keywords in Deploy, Show Off and Disarm, nine new Legends, Equipment Units, Bomb tokens and even Riftbound’s first neutral domain Champion Unit in Neeko. […]
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\n"},{"title":"Xbox Admits It Was in “Free Fall”… Can Helix Save It? | The Press Start Podcast","link":"https://press-start.com.au/podcast-2/2026/10/09/press-start-podcast-uncharted-5-xbox-free-fall-gta-6-ps5-pro/","date":"Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:06:30 +0000","desc":"![\"\"](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Uncharted-5-rumours-600x328.jpg\")
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma says Xbox was in free fall before this year’s restructure, and the team debates whether Project Helix, a console-first “family of devices”, and a refocused Game Pass can win players back. Plus GameStop’s $1,400 used PS5 Pro price ahead of GTA 6, a mixed verdict on Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival, and the latest Uncharted 5 rumours, including Nolan North saying he’d return as Nathan Drake. youtu.be/dnyCpudMB9A THIS WEEK’S TOPICS 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:33 Xbox’s Restructuring and Future […]
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\n"},{"title":"Phantom Blade Zero Hands-On Preview – This Feels As Good As It Looks","link":"https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2026/10/09/phantom-blade-zero-hands-on-preview-this-feels-as-good-as-it-looks/","date":"Thu, 08 Oct 2026 23:59:01 +0000","desc":"![\"Phantom](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/PB-PREVIEWWW-600x337.jpg\")
At the no-strings-attached invitation of developer S-Game, I flew to China and witnessed some amazing things. The greatest wall I’ve seen. The best Forbidden City I’ve visited this side of Detroit. And Phantom Blade Zero, a self-described Kung Fu Punk odyssey that blends hyperactive blade, foot and fisticuffs with addictive self-improvement and studious exploration through skin-crawling semi-open worlds clearly inspired by the sickest Souls games I’ve ever clocked. Which would be all of them. More importantly, after six hours with […]
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\n"},{"title":"Hellraiser: Revival Review – Bloody And In Chains","link":"https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2026/10/08/hellraiser-revival-review-bloody-and-in-chains/","date":"Thu, 08 Oct 2026 11:59:08 +0000","desc":"![\"Hellraiser](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Hellraiser-Revival-Review-Header-NoSocials-600x337.jpg\")
We are living in an era where horror is thriving, and many classic franchises have seen a revival through video games or film in the past few years. Whether it’s the controversial Halloween or the fun but short-lived Evil Dead, these classic horror franchises are good but don’t seem to have the longevity to really stand out. Enter Hellraiser Revival. From the team who brought us Evil Dead, Hellraiser Revival takes things in a completely different direction – it’s a […]
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\n"},{"title":"The MSI Prestige N16 Flip AI+ With NVIDIA RTX Spark Just Got Aussie Pricing And A Pre-Order Offer","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/tech-news/2026/10/08/the-msi-prestige-n16-flip-ai-with-nvidia-rtx-spark-just-got-aussie-pricing-and-a-pre-order-offer/","date":"Thu, 08 Oct 2026 06:20:42 +0000","desc":"![\"\"](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/MSI-Spark-600x337.jpg\")
MSI has confirmed that its first RTX Spark laptop in the MSI Prestige N16 Flip AI+ has been properly revealed alongside Australia pricing and a pre-order offer. The laptop features the new NVIDIA RTX Spark N1X processor with 20 cores and up to 4.1ghz of processing power with NVIDIA Blackwell RTX GPU graphics and 800 TOPS of Ai performance. It comes with 32 GB of LPDDR5x memory and 1TB of storage and the laptop itself has a 16-inch 2.8K OLED. […]
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Thanks to Bandai Namco Entertainment and ASUS, we’ve got an epic one-of-a-kind Ace Combat 8 PC worth around $10,000. Not only does it feature some iconic custom Ace Combat 8 components including Rex’s fighter pilot helmet on the side of the case as well as the Endurance aircraft carrier on top complete with LED lighting, it also includes top of the line ROG components including the ROG Astral RTX 5080 GPU, the ROG RYUO IV 360 Liquid Cooler and an […]
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On paper, Forever Ago is a video game that appeals directly to my sensibilities. Like Pixar’s Up on steroids, it’s billed as a redemptive road trip along America’s Pacific coast as he copes with the recent loss of his wife of forty years. While it effectively delivers on that simple premise, it’s also a commentary on the homogenisation and corporatisation of society across the span of several decades and how that can alienate those who haven’t progressed in step with […]
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Beethoven & Dinosaur’s Mixtape has won Game Of The Year at the Australian Game Develop Awards also taking out Excellence in Art alongside Excellence in Sound Design. “Mixtape was the outcome of an amazingly talented team,” said Beethoven & Dinosaur director, Johnny Galvatron. “To go from wanting to make a game around DEVO to creating something that resonates with so many people is mind blowing. We’re lucky to be part of such a talented community, and I’m so proud of […]
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\n"},{"title":"Wi-Fi 8 Delivers Ultra Reliable Connections And Here’s Why It’ll Improve Your Online Gaming","link":"https://press-start.com.au/features/2026/10/07/wi-fi-8-delivers-ultra-reliable-connections-and-heres-why-itll-improve-your-online-gaming/","date":"Tue, 06 Oct 2026 23:56:42 +0000","desc":"![\"Wi-Fi](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Wi-Fi-8-600x337.jpg\")
The new ASUS ROG Rapture GT-BN98 is the first Wi-Fi 8 router delivering faster speeds and lower latency than ever before. It’s available in Australia NOW and you can grab it here. ASUS’s new ROG Rapture GT-BN98 is not only the company’s latest flagship router for gaming, streaming, and managing a household full of always-on devices, but also the world’s first WiFi 8 router, making its global debut here in Australia. Now, if you’ve seen or used a range of […]
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The cheapest Australian copy of Star Wars: Galactic Racer, starting with local retailers and finishing off with digital-only prices. We will update with new & special prices if they emerge post-launch. Fire up the pod as Star Wars: Galactic Racer hits shelves for PS5, Xbox Series X|S & PC on Wednesday, October 7th! EB have a trade deal, editions and DLC shown below. STAR WARS GALACTIC RACER CHEAPEST AUSTRALIAN COPY TARGET & BIG W will have the cheapest launch price […]
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The cheapest Australian copy of Gears of War: E-Day, starting with local retailers and finishing off with digital-only prices. We will update with new & special prices if they emerge post-launch. Dust off the ole chainsaw as Gears of War: E-Day hits shelves for Xbox Series X|S & PC on Wednesday, October 7th! EB have a trade deal and the digital only Premium Edition comes with 5 days early access and some DLC. Standard Edition will be included on GamePass […]
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\n"},{"title":"Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve – The Cheapest Australian Day One Bargains","link":"https://press-start.com.au/bargain-guides/2026/10/06/ace-combat-8-wings-of-theve-the-cheapest-australian-day-one-bargains/","date":"Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:32:37 +0000","desc":"![\"Ace](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/ace-combat-8-bg-red-600x337.jpg\")
The cheapest Australian copy of Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, starting with local retailers and finishing off with digital-only prices. We will update with new & special prices if they emerge post-launch. Soar through the clear skies as Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve hits shelves for PS5, Xbox Series X|S & PC on Friday, October 2nd! EB have a trade deal and the Digital Deluxe Edition comes with 3 days early access and some DLC. ACE COMBAT 8 […]
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The cheapest Australian copy of CONTROL Resonant, starting with local retailers and finishing off with digital-only prices. We will update with new & special prices if they emerge post-launch. CONTROL Resonant hits shelves for PS5, Xbox Series X|S & PC on Thursday, October 15th! The digital version has already been released, editions shown below. CONTROL RESONANT CHEAPEST AUSTRALIAN COPY TARGET will have the cheapest launch price for $85 with free metro shipping Physical: Target – $85, $125 Steelbook Edition with […]
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\n"},{"title":"The Winner Of Our The Blood Of Dawnwalker Competition","link":"https://press-start.com.au/win/2026/10/06/win-the-blood-of-dawnwalker-ps5-copies-custom-bosslogic-poster/","date":"Tue, 06 Oct 2026 02:20:34 +0000","desc":"![\"The](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/BLOODWALKER-WINNNN-600x337.jpg\")
The winners have been drawn and a big congrats to our major winner Michael Dulihanty and our minor winners Jeffrey Tyrrell and Jack Dent. Thanks to Bandai Namco AU, we have some epic The Blood Of Dawnwalker prizes to give away. One person will walk away with a custom A1 Bosslogic poster and a PS5 copy of the game and two other winners will walk away with a PS5 copy of the game. WIN: The Blood Of Dawnwalker CLICK HERE […]
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The winner of this competition is Chris Watson. Thanks to all who entered and a big congrats to Chris who walks away with this incredible PC. Thanks to Ubisoft, we have a one of a kind Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced PC built by Aftershock to give away. The PC is worth $6,000 and is built in a treasure chest featuring Edward’s hidden blade, and incredible components such as the Asus RTX 5070 Prime OC and AMD Ryzen 7 7700 […]
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\n"},{"title":"Prime Big Deal Days Ends Tonight And Here’s The Best Gaming/Tech Deals","link":"https://press-start.com.au/bargains/2026/10/05/prime-big-deal-days-ends-tonight-and-heres-the-best-gaming-tech-deals/","date":"Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:25:02 +0000","desc":"Amazon Prime Big Deal Days ends tonight at midnight, but there’s still a bunch of great deals in stock. As always, you can find our deal list on Amazon directly HERE or the entire Prime Big Deal Days sale HERE or we’ve rounded up our favourites below: If I were to drop my best picks, the Arctis Nova 5X is a great pick at the price, the Astro A50X is nearly half price and a great HDMI 2.1 switcher, Metroid […]
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Perhaps I’m overstepping, but plenty of gamers have fond memories of podracing. Whether it be in the much revered Episode 1 Racer on Nintendo 64 or Racer Revenge on the PS2, there is a need for speed within the Star Wars fandom, and rightly so. But surprisingly, no game in over two decades has even attempted to capture the vibes those games did until now. Developer Fuse Games, comprised of a whole bunch of ex-Burnout devs, has stepped up to […]
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Uniqlo has unveiled its full Pokemon 30th anniversary range which will go live online and in-store on Monday, October 5th in Australia and it’s filled with nostalgic goodness featuring some of your favourite gen 1 Pokemon. When it comes to adult tees, they cost $24.90 AUD and there’s one featuring Charizard, Pikachu, Snorlax, Gengar on their own and another featuring Bulbasaur, Charmander and Squirtle and on the kids size, Bulbasaur, Charmander and Squirtle once again get a joint tee and […]
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There’s a very specific moment in Minecraft Dungeons II when a straightforward dungeon crawl starts looking like somebody has tipped an entire toy box down the stairs. Four players begin bludgeoning enemies, friendly-fire TNT wreaths valuable chunks of screen real estate in fire, damage numbers ping off everywhere and then a series of Help, Respawn Me icons sprout. Basically, Minecraft Dungeons II delivers glorious chaos and a sharper designed sequel all at once. It takes the stripped-back Diablo-style dungeon crawling […]
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\n"},{"title":"Aussie Pre-Orders For The Super Limited Edition Lisa DualSense Controller Are Live","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2026/10/02/aussie-pre-orders-for-the-super-limited-edition-lisa-dualsense-controller-are-live/","date":"Fri, 02 Oct 2026 00:09:38 +0000","desc":"![\"Lisa](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Lisa-DualSEnse-Controller-600x337.jpg\")
UPDATE: Pre-orders have gone live for the Lisa DualSense controller. So far we can see it live on EB Games where it’s an EB World Plus exclusive and you can find it HERE for $134.95 AUD. We’ll keep you posted if it drops anywhere else. ORIGINAL STORY: PlayStation has today revealed that Lisa from Blackpink is getting her own DualSense controller as well as a merchandise collection. The controller is a Chroma Pearl controller (Lisa’s favourite apparently), as well as […]
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I never thought I’d see the day, but after 15 years of being dormant, one of PlayStation’s most iconic franchises is apparently set to make a comeback. NateTheHate2 (one of the most prominent insiders) has corroborated rumours from two different places that Ape Escape is set to make a comeback. The game was recently used in Astro Bot as a special level where you turned into Spike to capture apes, but he has gone on to confirm that Asobi (the […]
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PlayStation today dropped the news that the base PS5 is getting its own form of AI upscaling called QSSR. Similar to the PS5 Pro’s PSSR technology, this has been developed in collaboration with AMD to improve both image detail and image stability on PS5. So far, there’s two games that use this including Marvel’s Wolverine and Ghost of Yotei which have both received free patches, and this will now be rolled out to all developers that can implement it into […]
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Though largely iterative, I had a great time with Ghost of Yotei when it dropped last year. It might not quite reach the heights of its predecessor, Ghost of Tsushima, but it still delivers on the samurai fantasy. It feels right, then, that Ghost of Yotei is getting its own definitive repackaging in Ghost of Yotei: Complete Edition. You can pick it up as an entire package, or simply purchase an upgrade that grants you access to two new content […]
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As we see Microsoft’s so-called return to Xbox, under new leadership and coinciding with the brand’s quarter-centennial birthday celebrations, it’s fitting that Gears of War is back, being that it’s perhaps the only non-Halo IP that’s quintessentially Xbox, right down to the marrow. Like many franchises that have endured the turbulent and plentiful guard changes at Xbox, Gears has struggled at times to cement itself as a true fixture in the zeitgeist, despite it generally being the one to push […]
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\n"},{"title":"The LEGO PlayStation With Free LEGO Astro Bot Set Is Now Up For Order","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2026/10/01/the-lego-playstation-with-free-lego-astro-bot-set-is-now-up-for-order/","date":"Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:13:48 +0000","desc":"![\"LEGO](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/LEGO-Astro-Bot-PlaySTation-600x337.jpg\")
UPDATE 2: The LEGO PlayStation 1 is now live for LEGO insiders (free to join) or will go live on October 4th for everyone. LEGO PlayStation with free LEGO Astro Bot – $279.99 LEGO Astro Bot – Free Gift With Purchase There’s also a free 276 piece LEGO Astro Bot set that comes complete with display stand and Astro Bot logo for purchases of over $245 and will be available until October 7th. Generally these are never available to purchase […]
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\n"},{"title":"Games Coming Out In October 2026 That You Should Be Excited For","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/2026/09/30/games-coming-out-in-october-2026-that-you-should-be-excited-for/","date":"Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:19:19 +0000","desc":"![\"\"](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/oct26games-600x337.jpg\")
With Grand Theft Auto 6 little more than six weeks away, the crunch and rush to get out the door before it has well and truly begun. Not only was September stacked to the gills, but October looks equally congested, bookended by tentpole releases, with a smattering of Nintendo Switch 2 ports filling out the middle weeks. Surprisingly, for spooky season, there isn’t as much horror as I’d have expected at the month’s pointy end, but here’s a rundown of […]
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A bunch of new Grand Theft Auto 6 info has dropped through the Game Informer cover story which you can read right HERE. Shinobi as he so often does has rounded up the biggest new details, but the biggest ones are that the map is twice the size of Grand Theft Auto 6, and that here’s an advanced dynamic weather system that sees tropical storms and hurricanes take place across the map with you physically able to see them in […]
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UPDATE 3: JB Hi-Fi Perks emails have now gone out so if you’re wanting the chance to grab the Grand Theft Auto 6: The Goodtime State Vice City Collection this will be your last chance to do so. The link to enter the ballot is HERE and you’ll need to join JB Hi-FI Perks (for free) to enter before 1pm on Thursday. The ballot will be drawn on Friday, October 2nd at 10am AEST and you’ll have until October 9th […]
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\n"},{"title":"Xbox Discs To Digital Is Now Live For All Xbox Owners So Get Converting Your Discs","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/xbox/2026/09/30/xbox-discs-to-digital-is-now-live-for-all-xbox-owners-so-get-converting-your-discs/","date":"Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:35:58 +0000","desc":"![\"Xbox](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Xbox-Disc-T-o-Digital-600x337.jpg\")
UPDATE 2: Xbox has confirmed that Disc to Digital is now available to all Xbox owners meaning that you can now turn your discs into digital licenses that unlock Xbox Play Anywhere and other features. Your discs just got a digital upgrade today! ? Now, all players can experience the benefits of digital with most XBOX Series X and XBOX One physical discs: https://t.co/TuUdSr7Or8 pic.twitter.com/IVgrV2NY4v — — (@XBOX) September 29, 2026 UPDATE: Xbox Disc To Digital is now live and […]
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\n"},{"title":"We Got An Early Look At All The New Logitech G PRO Series Gear","link":"https://press-start.com.au/features/2026/09/30/we-got-an-early-look-at-all-the-new-logitech-g-pro-series-gear/","date":"Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:19:15 +0000","desc":"![\"Logitech](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Logitech-GGGG-600x337.jpg\")
Last week, Logitech held their massive Logitech G Play event at various locations around the world, and we were fortunate enough to head to the Tokyo event to check out the latest Logitech G PRO gaming gear, as well as a range of other new additions to the Logitech G lineup. From brand-new PRO Series products and new colourways to updates across some of Logitech’s most popular gaming and racing gear, there was plenty to see and get hands-on with […]
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\n"},{"title":"More The Last Of Us Games Are On The Way And Intergalactic News Is Coming Next Year","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2026/09/29/more-the-last-of-us-games-are-on-the-way-and-intergalactic-news-is-coming-next-year/","date":"Tue, 29 Sep 2026 02:37:21 +0000","desc":"![\"The](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Intergalacti-The-Lat-oF-us-600x337.jpg\")
The Last Of Us day has been for another year, and studio head Neil Druckmann posted a blog post on the Naughty Dog website detailing the future of the studio. He said that the team is in the early stages of a couple of new The Last Of Us projects that will expand on the canon of The Last Of Us beyond Part 1 and Part II, which is interesting to say the least. He also confirmed that Intergalactic is […]
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\n"},{"title":"God Of War Laufey Pre-Orders Just Went Live And There’s Epic New Gameplay Footage Too","link":"https://press-start.com.au/bargains/2026/09/29/god-of-war-laufey-pre-orders-just-went-live-and-theres-epic-new-gameplay-footage-too/","date":"Tue, 29 Sep 2026 01:13:54 +0000","desc":"![\"\"](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/god-of-war-lafuey-600x337.jpg\")
PlayStation stealth revealed last night that God Of War Laufey pre-orders were dropping this morning at 10:00am an they’ve done exactly that. It’s live on Amazon and you can grab it HERE. God Of War Laufey (PS5) – JB Hi-Fi God OF War Laufey (PS5) – Amazon Pre-ordering gets you the below bonuses: Last Wish Armor Set Phranque Golden Leaves Appearance* (cosmetic) In-game resource pack There’s also a Digital Deluxe Edition with the below bonuses: Dark Alchemy Armor Set Dark […]
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Amazon Prime Big Deal Days is back for a second year starting tonight at midnight and running until Monday, October 5th at 11:59pm AEST. As always, you need to have a Prime account and you can register for a free trial HERE lasting 30 days which will take you through to the end of Prime Day if you’re wanting to see what it’s all about. We will be tracking all the best deals on our Amazon storefront which you can […]
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While CD Projekt Red has been busy with Cyberpunk 2077 and the world of Night City, they’ve now turned their attention back to the game that put them on the map in a big way. Ahead of The Witcher IV’s nearing launch, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is receiving its third major expansion, Songs of the Past, which is the first major content update for Wild Hunt since we were graced with the excellent Blood and Wine in 2016. Before […]
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\n"},{"title":"The $700 Grand Theft Auto 6 Collector’s Edition Sold Out Instantly In Australia","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2026/09/28/the-700-grand-theft-auto-6-collectors-edition-sold-out-instantly-in-australia/","date":"Mon, 28 Sep 2026 01:13:53 +0000","desc":"![\"EB](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/GTA-EB-SOLD-OUT-1-600x337.jpg\")
UPDATE 2: EB Games listed the Grand Theft Auto 6: The Goodtime State Vice City Collection at 11:00am this morning for $699.95 AUD and it sold out almost instantly. JB Hi-Fi has announced that it will be available as a ballot for Perks members as well suggesting stock is limited. You can enter to become a JB Hi-Fi Perks member HERE to go into the running to get one. UPDATE: EB Games has confirmed that it will have the Grand […]
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Hyperia City is Disney Lorcana’s 14th set to release for the beloved trading card game and it’s nearly here (October 16th to be exact). As always there’s new franchises joining the mix, new mechanics as well as an all new token-like system in the way of Ink Drops. Hyperia City is all about the groove and melodious magic, where Illumineers would find glimmers of Powerline, Gazelle, 4*Town and more entertaining the masses with epic concerts and headlining acts. It’s the […]
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\n"},{"title":"Aussie Grand Theft Auto 6 Collector’s Edition Pre-Orders Will Go Live Today","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2026/09/28/aussie-grand-theft-auto-6-collectors-edition-pre-orders-will-go-live-today/","date":"Sun, 27 Sep 2026 23:39:06 +0000","desc":"UPDATE: EB Games has confirmed that it will have the Grand Theft Auto 6: The Goodtime State Vice City Collection for pre-order at 11:00am AEST today. The Aussie price hasn’t yet been revealed, nor has it been said whether it’s EB Games exclusive or will be locked behind EB World Plus. ORIGINAL STORY: Rockstar isn’t done announcing things for Grand Theft Auto 6, with the Grand Theft Auto 6: The Goodtime State Vice City Collection revealed. It includes a bunch […]
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\n"},{"title":"EA Sports FC 27 Review – Lacking Finesse","link":"https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2026/09/26/ea-sports-fc-27-review-lacking-finesse/","date":"Sat, 26 Sep 2026 01:55:18 +0000","desc":"![\"FC27](\"https://press-start.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/FC27-REVIEW-600x337.jpg\")
I always love the initial weeks of an EA Sports FC release. Whether it’s figuring out the new gameplay intricacies, uncovering the additions to Career Mode and Ultimate Team or enveloping myself in a lower league road to glory save, there’s always something to really enjoy in those first few weeks. This year has been a bit different, though. EA Sports FC 27 presents an excellent, revitalised gameplay loop that’s unfortunately engulfed by poorly designed menus, technical issues and a […]
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Ahead of its release on 17 November 2026, Wizards of the Coast is celebrating the launch of Dungeons & Dragons: World of Warcraft by getting the Dungeon Masters together for an official new series, playing through the upcoming Azeroth inspired campaign. You can watch the trailer right here: Dungeon Masters is the official Dungeons & Dragons ‘actual play’ series where an all-star cast comes together for epic fantasy adventures, with the fate of their characters ultimately left in the hands […]
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Ever since PlayStations were grey, an unhealthy obsession with Top Gun made me auto-target every Ace Combat. I was hopelessly enamoured with fighter jets, and getting older, upside-down and feeling the actual Gs in an L-39 Albatros joyflight only made me worse. I’m a thrill-seeking missile with a permanent case of the zoomies. The perfect target audience for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve. For weeks I’ve been feeding that addiction, and the TL;DR on how AC8 (barrel) rolls is […]
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Magic: The Gathering is about to break the Multiverse wide open, with its latest set, Reality Fracture – bringing an epic three-year story arc to an end and giving Jace the opportunity to reshape reality exactly how he sees fit. Which, as you can probably imagine, has created a few problems. Jace’s alternate reality, known as the Echoverse, is crashing into the Multiverse and bringing with it twisted versions of familiar characters, creatures and spells from across Magic’s 30+ year […]
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\n"},{"title":"The Grand Theft Auto 6 Vice City Collector’s Edition Has Been Revealed","link":"https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2026/09/25/the-grand-theft-auto-6-vice-city-collectors-edition-australia/","date":"Thu, 24 Sep 2026 22:52:18 +0000","desc":"Rockstar isn’t done announcing things for Grand Theft Auto 6, with the Grand Theft Auto 6: The Goodtime State Vice City Collection revealed. It includes a bunch of goodies from the game’s TV show featuring Macca the Gator. The Collector’s Edition will cost $400 USD (~$570 AUD) and Rockstar says that Australian pre-order information is coming shortly, with it likely to be EB Games or JB Hi-Fi that will stock it locally. JOIN THE PRESS START DISCORD TO GET NOTIFIED […]
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iSTREAM is a brand new convention coming in January next year to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and tickets going on sale on Tuesday July 29th and you can find out more about tickets HERE. The convention will bring you the chance to meet creators including one off experiences, panels as well as meet and greets in addition to live podcast studio recordings, performances and more. The first wave of creators announced includes the likes of Pokimane, Lachlan, Lazarbeam […]
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EB Games is currently offering increased trade values for PS5 Pro and Xbox Series X consoles from today until Saturday, September 26th. For EB World Plus members, you’ll be able to trade your PS5 Pro in for $900 or an Xbox Series X for $750. It’s no secret at this point that the PS5 Pro is severely out of stock (and wont be back in stock until end of October) and given what we know of Xbox Series X stock, […]
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The cheapest Australian copy of Minecraft Dungeons II, starting with local retailers and finishing off with digital-only prices. We will update with new & special prices if they emerge post-launch. Sharpen that pickaxe as Minecraft Dungeons II hits shelves for Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S & PC on Tuesday, September 29th! A Switch 1 retail copy will be out a few weeks later. All retail copies are the Deluxe Edition which comes with some digital goodies. Available with GamePass […]
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