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Cloud gamingDEVELOPING

Xbox caps cloud gaming for Game Pass: Ultimate subscribers limited to 15 hours monthly

Xbox said it will limit monthly cloud gaming time for Game Pass subscribers starting in November. Ultimate plan holders will have 15 hours per month; Premium 10 hours and Essential 5 hours, after which users must purchase extra cloud playtime.

  • Xbox will limit Game Pass cloud gaming time from November for subscribers.
  • Ultimate gets 15 hours/month; Premium 10 hours; Essential 5 hours.
1 sources93% confidence
BBC Technology
GamingDEVELOPING

Take‑Two CEO Strauss Zelnick: GTA 6 launches on consoles first; PC is 'becoming more and more important'

At Take‑Two’s annual shareholders meeting Strauss Zelnick said Grand Theft Auto 6 will debut on consoles while the company aims to release for platforms with a "meaningful audience" over time. He described the PC platform as "becoming more and more important" to Take‑Two.

  • Strauss Zelnick said GTA 6 will debut on consoles, with a PC release coming over time.
  • Zelnick: PC platform is “becoming more and more important.”
1 sources82% confidence
PC Gamer
MMODEVELOPING

World of Warcraft: Forever devs say a direct sequel like Guild Wars 2 is unlikely

World of Warcraft: Forever is presented as a remake of classic-era WoW that leverages updated rendering, graphics and server efficiency. Principal designer Kris Zierhut said Blizzard’s existing engine and server infrastructure make a full reboot — a WoW 2-style sequel — unlikely.

  • World of Warcraft: Forever is presented as a remake of classic-era WoW with reworked class trees and new raids.
  • Principal designer Kris Zierhut said Blizzard has improved graphics, rendering and server infrastructure over 25 years.
1 sources82% confidence
PC Gamer
Simulation gamesDEVELOPING

Inzoi director announces Canvastown multiplayer mode — shared online space for about 50 players

Inzoi director Hyungjin "Kjun" Kim announced a new multiplayer roleplaying mode called Canvastown where players control a single character and enter an 'AR Company' shared space to interact with roughly 50 people; Kim says Canvastown is a side project and the build still has many shortcomings.

  • Hyungjin "Kjun" Kim announced Canvastown, a mode where players roleplay a single character in Inzoi.
  • Canvastown uses an 'AR Company' shared space where Kim says around 50 people can interact in one channel.
1 sources82% confidence
PC Gamer
GamingDEVELOPING

Ashly Burch says she has 270+ hours in Slay the Spire 2 and prefers distinct, non‑stoic characters

Actor and writer Ashly Burch says she logged 270 hours in early-access Slay the Spire 2. In a Steam Deck feature interview she named detective favourites, discussed cosy games and criticized the prevalence of stoic protagonists in games.

  • Ashly Burch reports 270 hours in Slay the Spire 2 on Steam.
  • She cites Return of the Obra Dinn and Chants of Sennaar as detective favourites.
1 sources82% confidence
PC Gamer
action RPGDEVELOPING

Diablo 5 at BlizzCon: procedural dungeons, more classes and Diablo 2-style loot

Blizzard revealed gameplay details for Diablo 5 at BlizzCon 2026: the sequel will use procedural dungeons, replace towns with an NPC caravan, and adopt inventory and item-requirement systems reminiscent of Diablo 2. The game targets a spring 2029 release window and remains work-in-progress.

  • Diablo 5 will feature procedurally-generated dungeons and revisitable open regions that change over time.
  • Traditional towns are replaced by an NPC caravan that issues all sidequests.
1 sources82% confidence
PC Gamer
GamingDEVELOPING

Blizzard pauses Diablo 4 expansions as team focuses on seasons and Diablo 5

Blizzard says no further expansions are currently planned for Diablo 4 as the team focuses on seasonal content and preparing for Diablo 5. Diablo 5 is set 100 years after Diablo 4; precise plans for how seasons will bridge the story are not fixed.

  • Blizzard says no further Diablo 4 expansions are planned now; focus is on seasons and Diablo 5.
  • Diablo 5 is set 100 years after Diablo 4, announced at BlizzCon.
1 sources82% confidence
PC Gamer
ReleasesDEVELOPING

Dragon Quest Heroes: Torneko‘s Mystery Dungeon — 1993 original arrives internationally in HD on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2

Nintendo of America announced the international release of Dragon Quest Heroes: Torneko‘s Mystery Dungeon - Classic HD for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The title is based on the 1993 original and includes upgraded HD graphics, a new opening movie and adjustable difficulty settings.

  • Dragon Quest Heroes: Torneko‘s Mystery Dungeon - Classic HD will be released internationally on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.
  • The title is based on the 1993 original and is set after DRAGON QUEST IV.
1 sources92% confidence
Nintendo of America
AnnouncementsCORROBORATED

Just Dance: Decades of Hits announced with hits from 1970s–2020s and new Adventure Mode — launches Oct 13, 2026

Xbox released the official reveal trailer for Just Dance: Decades of Hits. The publisher says the game features songs from the 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, 2010s and 2020s and an all-new Adventure Mode, with a launch date of October 13, 2026.

  • Xbox released the official reveal trailer for Just Dance: Decades of Hits.
  • The game will include songs from the 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, 2010s and 2020s.
2 sources92% confidence
Xbox
Announcements & releasesDEVELOPING

Romancing SaGa 3 remake coming to Xbox Series X|S — release set for February 16, 2027

Xbox announced a full remake of Romancing SaGa 3 featuring fully realized 3D graphics, refined gameplay systems, new musical arrangements and voice acting. The game is available for pre-order and will release on Xbox Series X|S on February 16, 2027 (UTC+0).

  • Xbox announced a full remake titled Romancing SaGa 3: Destinies United.
  • The remake features fully realized 3D graphics, refined gameplay systems, new musical arrangements and voice acting.
1 sources92% confidence
Xbox
GamingDEVELOPING

Faith at Toronto film festival: Erin Doherty and James McAvoy in a taut mystery drama

Faith screened at the Toronto film festival. The British mystery drama, directed by Paul Andrew Williams, stars Erin Doherty and James McAvoy and follows a single mother in a downbeat town who is courted by an enigmatic stranger.

  • Faith screened at the Toronto film festival.
  • Erin Doherty plays Mina, a single mother to nine-year-old Jamie who works on a candy factory production line.
1 sources91% confidence
The Guardian Film
GamingCORROBORATED

Nightdive confirms Thief: The Dark Project Remastered — new campaign 'The Tarnished Mirror' revealed Nov. 2

Nightdive Studios confirmed a new campaign titled 'The Tarnished Mirror' for Thief: The Dark Project Remastered. The studio posted a short teaser and said it will reveal more on Nov. 2 (organizer timezone), after Steam-achievements data leak exposed the expansion.

  • Nightdive confirmed a new campaign for Thief Remastered titled 'The Tarnished Mirror'.
  • The studio said it will reveal more on Nov. 2 (organizer timezone).
2 sources86% confidence
PC Gamer
GamingDEVELOPING

Miami Beach approves GTA 6 promotion: 4–3 vote authorises talks with Rockstar on reported $3 million

The City of Miami Beach approved a promotional campaign tied to Grand Theft Auto 6 after a 4–3 council vote, authorising the city manager to negotiate with Rockstar. The report cites a $3 million offer and includes council debate over the game's image and campaign placement.

  • Miami Beach authorised negotiations for a GTA 6 promotion after a 4–3 council vote.
  • Reports cite a $3 million Rockstar spend connected to the campaign.
1 sources82% confidence
PC Gamer
indie game reviewsDEVELOPING

Shroom and Gloom — indie deckbuilder with two decks: praised combat and hand-drawn visuals in early access

A reviewer played Shroom and Gloom and highlighted its combat, hand-drawn artwork and a two-deck system. The game pairs an exploration deck constrained by stamina with a separate combat deck; it is discussed in the context of early access.

  • Shroom and Gloom is a roguelike deckbuilder built around two separate decks: exploration and combat.
  • The exploration deck includes tools (shovels, lighters, door tools) and actions are limited by stamina.
1 sources82% confidence
PC Gamer
co-op gamesDEVELOPING

Dumb Ways to Build launches on Xbox Series X|S with cross-platform support

Xbox announced the launch of Dumb Ways to Build, a 1–4 player physics-based co-op construction game. The release is available on Xbox Series X|S and the official description states the title includes cross-platform support.

  • Dumb Ways to Build is available on Xbox Series X|S.
  • The title is a physics-based co-op game for 1–4 players focusing on dangerous construction jobs.
1 sources92% confidence
Xbox
release newsDEVELOPING

Together: Moon Escape — two-player co-op puzzle adventure on PS5 now available

PlayStation released Together: Moon Escape, a handcrafted two-player co-op puzzle adventure for PlayStation 5. The game supports local split-screen and online play, includes full Spanish and Catalan voice acting, and is enhanced for PS5 Pro.

  • PlayStation released Together: Moon Escape for PlayStation 5; the game has no single-player mode.
  • Supports local split-screen and online two-player co-op.
1 sources92% confidence
PlayStation
ShootersDEVELOPING

Wardogs: Tactical three-team FPS announced for Xbox — coming 2028

Xbox announced WARDOGS, a tactical all-out warfare FPS for 100 players split across three teams fighting over a control zone on a destructible battlefield. The game is set in derelict industrial mountains of Eastern Europe and is slated to release in 2028 on Xbox.

  • Xbox announced WARDOGS — a tactical FPS for 100 players split across three teams fighting over a control zone.
  • Set in the derelict industrial mountains of Eastern Europe on a destructible battlefield.
1 sources92% confidence
Xbox
ReviewsDEVELOPING

XGTV UA Review of Marvel's Wolverine: Combat, progression and price

XGTV UA released a PS5 review of Marvel's Wolverine covering story (spoiler-free), combat, stealth, side activities and price. The video includes timestamps for sections ranging from general impressions to a final buying recommendation.

  • XGTV UA published a PS5 review of Marvel's Wolverine with timestamps for key segments.
  • The video includes spoiler-free story (2:25), combat (12:08) and price/recommendation (22:05) sections.
1 sources78% confidence
XGTV UA
Releases & updatesDEVELOPING

Borderlands 4 — Story Pack 2 “FL4K and the Last Resort” and new Vault Hunter Loveless launch separately

Xbox says Story Pack 2: FL4K and the Last Resort and the Vault Hunter Loveless the Hacker are now available. The story pack adds missions, activities, loot and the Providence region; Loveless is described as a cybernetically enhanced Vault Hunter with a digistructing Wyrm form.

  • Xbox says Story Pack 2: FL4K and the Last Resort and Loveless the Hacker are available separately.
  • Story Pack 2 adds new missions, activities, and loot plus the Providence region.
1 sources92% confidence
Xbox
FightingCORROBORATED

Melty Blood: Twi‑Lumina launches April 22, 2027 — multi‑language support and Tokyo Game Show demo

Publisher Aniplex and developer French‑Bread set Melty Blood: Twi‑Lumina for release on Steam (PC), PS5, PS4, Xbox One, Switch and Switch 2 on April 22, 2027 (organizer timezone: JST, UTC+09:00). The title includes multiple language options and will be playable at Tokyo Game Show 2026 from September 17 to 21.

  • Aniplex and French‑Bread set Melty Blood: Twi‑Lumina for release on April 22, 2027 (JST, UTC+09:00) for Steam, PS5, PS4, Xbox One, Switch and Switch 2.
  • The game will support English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese.
3 sources86% confidence
Gematsu
Releases & announcementsDEVELOPING

September 2026 releases: new PC, PS5, Xbox Series and Switch 2 games listed

The XGTV UA YouTube channel listed games due in September 2026 for multiple platforms. The video names titles including Marvel's Wolverine, Valheim 1.0 and The Witcher 3 Remastered, and indicates platform availability for each entry.

  • XGTV UA uploaded a video listing September 2026 games and their platforms.
  • Marvel's Wolverine is listed for PS5 in the video.
1 sources78% confidence
XGTV UA
gamesDEVELOPING

PlayStation reveals Bluey's Happy Snaps — releases October 15 with co-op and Deluxe mode

PlayStation announced Bluey's Happy Snaps, set to release on 15 October (organiser timezone: unspecified). Two players can play as Bluey and Bingo in real locations from the show and take photos; preordering the Deluxe Edition includes the “Here Come the Grannies!” game mode at no extra cost.

  • Bluey's Happy Snaps will release on 15 October (organiser timezone: unspecified) for PS5 and PS4, PlayStation says.
  • Two players can play as Bluey and Bingo using “Dad's old camera” to capture moments across real locations from the show.
1 sources92% confidence
PlayStation
artificial intelligenceDEVELOPING

Unionised Blizzard staff ratify contract requiring bargaining on generative AI and 14-month recall rights

Unionised Blizzard employees ratified a contract that requires the company to bargain over use of generative AI tools and grants laid-off workers a 14-month recall window. The agreement also includes wage increases, grievance procedures and a three-day in-office hybrid workweek.

  • Unionised Blizzard staff ratified a contract requiring bargaining over generative AI use.
  • The agreement covers about 1,900 employees across major Blizzard teams including WoW and Overwatch.
1 sources84% confidence
Rock Paper Shotgun
Announcements & ReleasesDEVELOPING

Xbox announces The Last Caretaker on Game Pass Day One in Spring 2027 — 1.0 also on PC

Xbox said The Last Caretaker will arrive on XBOX with Game Pass Day One in Spring 2027 (organizer timezone) and that version 1.0 will also launch on PC. Xbox reported more than 400,000 copies sold, an average playtime of 50 hours, seven updates shipped and Update 6.0 coming to PC in early October.

  • Xbox said The Last Caretaker will arrive on XBOX with Game Pass Day One in Spring 2027 (organizer timezone; UTC+0).
  • More than 400,000 copies sold and about 50 hours average playtime.
1 sources92% confidence
Xbox
Releases & DLCCORROBORATED

Code Vein II: Mask of Idris DLC launches September 9, 2026 — post‑game Forsaken World with two companions

An official PlayStation.Blog announcement confirmed the first paid expansion for Code Vein II, Mask of Idris, will release on September 9, 2026. The standalone post‑game story adds the Forsaken World area, companions Liv Voda and an alternate Lou Magmell, new Formae and weapons, and launches alongside Free Update Version 2.0.

  • Mask of Idris will launch on September 9, 2026 as Code Vein II’s first paid expansion.
  • The DLC is a standalone post‑game story set in the Forsaken World centered on the Spindle of Pathos.
6 sources92% confidence
PlayStation.Blog
GamingCORROBORATED

HORSE CLUB Ride West launches October 9, 2026: open‑world Wild West horse adventure on PS5 and more

Wild River Games set the release date for HORSE CLUB Ride West — an open‑world Wild West horseback adventure — for October 9, 2026. Official listings confirm a PS5 version with DualSense trigger effect, ports to Switch, Xbox Series X|S and PC/Steam, six rideable horses, Western riding disciplines and a soundtrack by Grammy winner Winifred Phillips.

  • HORSE CLUB Ride West launches on October 9, 2026 for PS5, Switch, Xbox Series X|S and PC/Steam.
  • The game features 6 unique rideable horses with developable traits and Western riding disciplines (barrel racing, pole bending).
4 sources92% confidence
Wild River Games (official)
GamingCORROBORATED

Square Enix Sets FINAL FANTASY VII REVELATION Release Date: April 8, 2027

During PlayStation’s State of Play, Square Enix revealed a release date and new gameplay for FINAL FANTASY VII REVELATION, confirming launch on April 8, 2027. The title will release physically and digitally on PS5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S and PC (Steam, Epic, Microsoft Store), with Early Access noted.

  • Square Enix confirmed FINAL FANTASY VII REVELATION will launch on April 8, 2027.
  • The title will release on PS5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S and PC (Steam, Epic, Microsoft Store/Xbox on PC).
4 sources92% confidence
Square Enix / FINAL FANTASY Portal (NA)
GamingCORROBORATED

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 & Warzone launch Season 06 “The Haunting” on September 17 with new maps and modes

Season 06 “The Haunting” for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Call of Duty: Warzone launches September 17, 2026. The Halloween-themed update brings new and rethemed maps, Limited-Time Modes, Endgame changes, and a Battle Pass.

  • Season 06 “The Haunting” launches September 17, 2026 with a 9:00 AM PT rollout across platforms.
  • New and rethemed maps include Multiplayer Quantum, Bloodstead, and Warzone’s Haunted Hollow with a Ghost Train.
5 sources92% confidence
PlayStation Blog
remakesCORROBORATED

Ocarina of Time Remake Gameplay Shown at Nintendo Direct — Launching November 5 on Switch 2

Gameplay for the The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake premiered during the Zelda 40th anniversary Nintendo Direct. The game is scheduled for Nintendo Switch 2 on November 5; the demo highlighted a new engine, manual jumping, voiced cutscenes and other modern features.

  • Gameplay for the Ocarina of Time remake was shown at Nintendo Direct; release set for November 5 on Nintendo Switch 2.
  • The remake runs on a new engine and adds manual jumping, swimming/diving and a dash for faster movement.
3 sources86% confidence
Eurogamer
gaming — film adaptationsCORROBORATED

Live-action The Legend of Zelda titled simply 'The Legend of Zelda' — trailer and details from Nintendo Direct

At the 40th‑anniversary Nintendo Direct, Columbia Pictures and Nintendo released the first trailer for the live‑action The Legend of Zelda. Wes Ball directs; principal photography began in October 2025 and has wrapped in New Zealand, with a theatrical release set for April 30, 2027 and a later Netflix stream.

  • Columbia Pictures and Nintendo released the first trailer for the live‑action The Legend of Zelda.
  • Wes Ball directs; principal photography began in October 2025 and has wrapped in New Zealand.
2 sources86% confidence
Eurogamer
GamingCORROBORATED

Bus Simulator 27 launches on Xbox Series X|S — set in Felicia Bay with 20 districts

Xbox announced Bus Simulator 27 is available on Xbox Series X|S. The release description highlights the Felicia Bay setting with two cities, 20 unique districts, and that the game runs on Unreal Engine 5.

  • Bus Simulator 27 is now available on Xbox Series X|S, according to Xbox.
  • Set in Felicia Bay with the cities Alcaztelar and Mequina and 20 unique districts.
2 sources92% confidence
Xbox
controllersDEVELOPING

SteelSeries Aeon Pro — premium controller with dual dock for Xbox and PC and $260 price

SteelSeries' Aeon Pro is a controller that uses a dual dock to let users switch between Xbox and PC without re-pairing. It features Hall-effect thumbsticks, four back paddles, an OLED screen and is priced at $260/£230/€260.

  • The Aeon Pro’s dock includes two USB inputs so Xbox and PC can be connected simultaneously and switched without re-pairing.
  • The controller is priced at $260/£230/€260.
1 sources82% confidence
PC Gamer
HardwareDEVELOPING

Intel plans another ~10% CPU price rise from Oct. 5, sources say

Supply-chain sources say Intel may raise CPU prices by about 10% effective October 5 this year. The same sources report some lower-core lines nearing end-of-life, Intel fabs prioritising server CPUs amid AI demand, and potential layoffs of 5–10% of staff.

  • Sources say Intel may raise CPU prices by about 10% effective October 5.
  • Several lower-core product lines are reportedly nearing end-of-life, though unnamed.
1 sources82% confidence
PC Gamer
GamingCORROBORATED

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered launches September 29, 2026; new Songs of the Past expansion revealed

CD PROJEKT RED announced The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered will launch September 29, 2026 as a free upgrade for qualifying owners. A teaser for the paid expansion Songs of the Past, set to release in 2027, debuted at gamescom and introduces the new region Letten.

  • CD PROJEKT RED confirmed The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered will launch on September 29, 2026 as a free upgrade for qualifying owners.
  • Remastered will add upgraded visuals, ray-tracing/path-tracing, revamped animations, new finishers, reworked skill trees and transmogrification.
4 sources92% confidence
CD PROJEKT RED (official newsroom)
GamingCORROBORATED

White House removes 'Build the Wall' Tetris‑style game after Tetris Company objects

The White House removed the Tetris‑style game 'Build the Wall' from its website after Tetris Company said it was not involved and stressed it takes copyright infringement seriously. Other parody games such as Flappy Bill, Rio Run, Supply Line and Trump Savings Tycoon remain available on the site.

  • The White House removed the Tetris‑style 'Build the Wall' game; a 404 now appears in its place.
  • Tetris Company said it was not involved in making Build the Wall and that it takes copyright infringement very seriously.
4 sources86% confidence
Rock Paper Shotgun
reviews & releasesDEVELOPING

Persona series director says Persona 4 Revival localisation team was key to the script

At Gamescom, Persona series director Kazuhisa Wada said localisation teams were involved early in development of Persona 4 Revival and helped refine the script. Wada said core character content was not changed, but some lines were tweaked to better convey characters' intentions.

  • Kazuhisa Wada said the core of the characters in Persona 4 Revival was not changed, though some lines were tweaked to clarify intentions.
  • Wada noted Yosuke’s lines remain the same but a few parts were made "a little bit more gentle."
1 sources86% confidence
Eurogamer
Game developersDEVELOPING

Don't Nod warns it may run out of cash by 31 January 2027 — could cut up to 90 roles in France

Life is Strange developer Don't Nod says there is a material uncertainty over its ability to continue beyond 31 January 2027 after a sharp fall in operating revenue and higher development costs. The studio will refocus French operations onto a single production line and is considering a workforce reduction of up to 90 positions with union talks underway.

  • Don't Nod says there is a material uncertainty over its ability to continue beyond 31 January 2027.
  • Operating revenue fell 56% in H1 2026, equal to a €3.5m drop in sales.
1 sources82% confidence
PC Gamer
GamingDEVELOPING

Nintendo airs Zelda Direct for 40th anniversary: live at 3pm UK, ~30 minutes

Nintendo is holding the first of two Direct showcases focused on The Legend of Zelda today at 3pm UK time. Nintendo said the show will last roughly 30 minutes and include "a variety of The Legend of Zelda-related information" about the series' 40th anniversary.

  • Nintendo's Zelda Direct begins today at 3pm UK time and is expected to run about 30 minutes.
  • Nintendo said the showcase will include "a variety of The Legend of Zelda-related information" for the series' 40th anniversary.
1 sources86% confidence
Eurogamer
updates & eventsDEVELOPING

Arc Raiders' final live update before Frozen Trails adds Raider Project, Hornet Hunter set and Cred expiry warning

Embark has deployed update 1.45.0 for Arc Raiders, introducing a new Raider Project, the start of Expedition V and the Hornet Hunter set. The studio warned Cred will expire on October 8, so any remaining balance will become unusable after that date.

  • Update 1.45.0 introduces a new Raider Project, the start of Expedition V and the Hornet Hunter set.
  • The Raider Project tasks players with helping Apollo finish an experiment to track phantom arc signals beyond the mountain range.
1 sources82% confidence
PC Gamer
MMODEVELOPING

Guild Wars 3 shows action-style combat — works at small groups, not traditional raid scale

Arenanet revealed Guild Wars 3's action-oriented combat with free movement, momentum-based attacks and player combos. Developers say the design began in 2015 and aims for a visceral action feel; they also note the system doesn't function the same way at traditional large-scale raid sizes.

  • Arenanet showed Guild Wars 3 combat with free movement and falling-momentum attacks that increase damage.
  • Demo sequences included wall-running, gliding and player combos such as using a raised shield to launch an ally.
1 sources84% confidence
Rock Paper Shotgun
GamingDEVELOPING

Knightfall: low-budget gender-flipped spy thriller arrives on digital platforms

Knightfall, starring Jeanine Nerissa Sothcott as agent Ros Knight, is released on digital platforms 14 September. The microbudget spy thriller trades Bond-style glamour and Aston Martins for Minis, modest set pieces and a cast-heavy approach that includes Ian Ogilvy and Geoffrey Moore.

  • Knightfall, starring Jeanine Nerissa Sothcott, arrives on digital platforms 14 September.
  • The Jonathan Sothcott production is a microbudget spy film that swaps Bond-style glamour and Aston Martins for Minis.
1 sources91% confidence
The Guardian Film
Releases & UpdatesDEVELOPING

Once Human Launches on Xbox Series X|S: Free-to-Play Survival Shooter Arrives Day One on Game Pass

Once Human, a free-to-play New Weird survival shooter, is now available on Xbox Series X|S with cross-play, cross-progression and Xbox Play Anywhere. The game is also Day One on Xbox Game Pass and includes exclusive membership benefits for subscribers.

  • Once Human launched on Xbox Series X|S with cross-play, cross-progression and Xbox Play Anywhere.
  • The game is Day One on Xbox Game Pass and includes exclusive member benefits.
1 sources94% confidence
Xbox Wire
remakes and releasesCORROBORATED

Atlus will likely remake Persona 1 and 2, says producer Kazuhisa Wada

Series producer Kazuhisa Wada told Rock Paper Shotgun that Atlus will "probably eventually" remaster or remake Persona 1 and 2 for cultural preservation. The interview and commentary also highlighted remaining Atlus titles tied to older hardware, including PS2-era Shin Megami Tensei games and a Nintendo 3DS exclusive.

  • Kazuhisa Wada told Rock Paper Shotgun Atlus will "probably eventually" remaster or remake Persona 1 and 2.
  • Persona: Revelations released on PlayStation in 1996; it saw a 2009 PSP reissue and a 1999 PC port never released in the west.
2 sources86% confidence
PC Gamer
gamesDEVELOPING

Steam flooded with idler releases: 54 new 'idle' games in one week, many look similar

In the week ending September 6, 54 new games tagged “idler” launched on Steam. There are 4,314 idler-tagged titles on the platform overall; many recent releases include AI disclosures and share strikingly similar UIs and color choices.

  • In the week ending September 6, 54 new idler-tagged games launched on Steam.
  • There are 4,314 idler-tagged titles on Steam in total.
1 sources82% confidence
PC Gamer
GamingDEVELOPING

Fate/Extra Record launches January 28, 2027 on PS5 and PS4 with revamped combat

Sony announced Fate/Extra Record from Type‑Moon will release worldwide on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 on January 28, 2027. The full remake features expanded story content, renewed character visuals and a new deck‑based Command Card battle system.

  • Fate/Extra Record launches on PS4 and PS5 on January 28, 2027.
  • The remake rebuilds the July 2010 original with expanded story and renewed visuals.
1 sources94% confidence
PlayStation Blog
reviewsDEVELOPING

Onimusha: Way of the Sword PC review — XGTV UA's assessment and technical notes

XGTV UA released a PC review of Onimusha: Way of the Sword covering story, combat, enemies, bosses, side activities and technical performance. The video includes timestamps for specific segments and concludes with a verdict that mentions price and a score.

  • XGTV UA posted a PC review of Onimusha: Way of the Sword that includes chapter timestamps.
  • The video covers story (noted as “minimal spoilers”), direction, cutscenes, combat mechanics and progression.
1 sources78% confidence
XGTV UA
reviewDEVELOPING

The Blood of Dawnwalker review: XGTV UA on PC version — time mechanics and 30-day limit

XGTV UA published a PC review of The Blood of Dawnwalker noting the game's time mechanics and a 30-day completion limit. The video covers branching consequences, boss preparation, combat issues and optimization on Unreal Engine 5.

  • XGTV UA reviewed the PC version of The Blood of Dawnwalker and highlights a 30-day completion limit.
  • The video states that story choices have consequences and describes the narrative as “very adult.”
1 sources78% confidence
XGTV UA
Reviews & analysisDEVELOPING

First GTA 6 gameplay: XGTV UA breakdown shows missions, world scale and systems

XGTV UA published a detailed breakdown of the first shown GTA 6 gameplay. The video enumerates missions, the open-world scale, characters Jason and Lucia, robbery systems and police behaviour, and highlights graphics, physics and PS5 performance modes.

  • XGTV UA published a breakdown of the first shown GTA 6 gameplay listing missions and systems.
  • The video names four missions: "Perеполох на районі", "Зустріч з Босом", a robbery with Raul Batista, and "Private Security".
1 sources78% confidence
XGTV UA
Incident analysisDEVELOPING

GTA 6 gameplay leak: XGTV UA reviews timeline, alleged motives and Rockstar response

The Ukrainian channel XGTV UA examined the leaked GTA 6 gameplay videos, the alleged leak method, the hacker's stated demands and Rockstar Games' response. The video presents a timeline, describes footage from the leak and discusses who might be behind the breach.

  • XGTV UA divides the GTA 6 leak into: footage review, leak timeline, alleged hacker motives and Rockstar reaction.
  • The review of footage in the leaked clips begins around 2:38 in the video timeline.
1 sources78% confidence
XGTV UA
reviewDEVELOPING

XGTV UA plays Metro 2039 demo: early impressions on gameplay, stealth and graphics

Ukrainian channel XGTV UA published a playthrough and review of the Metro 2039 demo after completing it. The video covers story (no spoilers), combat, stealth, weapons and graphics, plus optimization and preorder considerations.

  • XGTV UA posted a playthrough and review of the Metro 2039 demo.
  • The video addresses story (no spoilers), combat, monsters and quests.
1 sources78% confidence
XGTV UA
Industry and roundupsDEVELOPING

GTA 6 leak and studio reactions: XGTV UA summarizes the leak, METRO 2039 and STALKER 2’s success

XGTV UA covered a major leak of GTA 6 materials and reported Take‑Two’s response and panic at Rockstar. The episode also reviewed new METRO 2039 trailers and editions, and noted a successful DLC launch for STALKER 2.

  • XGTV UA reported a major leak of GTA 6 materials and describes Take‑Two’s response and reported panic at Rockstar.
  • The episode presented a new METRO 2039 trailer and announced a collector’s edition.
1 sources78% confidence
XGTV UA
DLC reviewDEVELOPING

STALKER 2: Cost of Hope review and Patch 2.0 — Unreal Engine 5.5.4 graphics and gameplay changes

The Ukrainian channel XGTV UA published a review of the STALKER 2 DLC Cost of Hope and Patch 2.0. The video lists key changes including Unreal Engine 5.5.4, improved lighting, a fog mechanic, upgraded vegetation and an updated A-Life system.

  • XGTV UA reviewed the STALKER 2 DLC Cost of Hope and Patch 2.0 in a YouTube video.
  • Patch 2.0 moves the game to Unreal Engine 5.5.4 and adds improved lighting.
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XGTV UA
GamingDEVELOPING

Monopoly Go launches The Simpsons crossover event running June 3–July 29

Monopoly Go is rolling out an official crossover with The Simpsons from June 3 to July 29. The event features narrative-driven Episodes, limited-time sticker sets, over 50 Simpsons-themed Chance cards, themed shutdowns and heists, and an animated short created with the show's creative team.

  • Monopoly Go is running an official The Simpsons crossover from June 3 to July 29.
  • The event includes narrative Episodes, limited-time sticker sets, minigames and an animated short.
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VG247
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Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma — Gillian Anderson plays reclusive Final Girl in queer slasher remake plot

Jane Schoenbrun's Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma follows a young indie filmmaker who seeks the original Final Girl and finds fantasy and reality collapsing. Gillian Anderson stars as Billy Presley; the film screened at Cannes and opens in UK and Ireland on 21 August.

  • A young indie filmmaker seeks the original Final Girl to direct a Camp Miasma origin reboot.
  • Gillian Anderson stars as Billy Presley, living in the disused camp and repeatedly watching a 35mm print.
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The Guardian Film