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GTA 6 completely “re-engineered” Rockstar’s weather systems to “achieve a sense of scale we haven’t felt before,” adding hurricanes, rainbows and heavy rain

by Ralph on September 30, 2026 0

If you believed that Red Dead Redemption 2’s strong gusts and even more intense rainfall appeared remarkable, you may be pleased to discover that Rockstar Games revisited and “revamped our atmospheric system” for GTA 6. Hurricanes, rainbows, and “towering cumulonimbus clouds” are all included in the forthcoming open-world title…Read More

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“Xbox is not for sale”: CEO Asha Sharma says “we will do whatever it takes” to turn the console maker’s fortunes around

by Ralph on September 30, 2026 0

Despite significant job cuts at various first-party studios and substantial internal reorganizations, CEO Asha Sharma has dismissed rumors regarding a possible Xbox acquisition. Read more…Read More

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Former Halo lead suggests three ways Activision could revive the legendary series, and urges the company to hire laid off Bungie staff

by Ralph on September 30, 2026 0

Halo’s former franchise director, Frank O’Connor, has offered Activision some advice now that it’s responsible for developing the upcoming Halo title with a “dedicated team.” At the forefront, recruit several developers who were dismissed from Bungie and Halo Studios. Read more…Read More

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WoW: Forever Is Keeping More Than 12,500 Items Secret

by Ralph on September 30, 2026 0

World of Warcraft: Forever aims to maintain its mysteries, as more than 12,500 items within the game’s archives have been concealed from dataminers. The WoW: Forever beta is presently in full operation, and alongside fresh dungeons, skills, and even an entirely new playable race…Read More

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You Can Hate The Sonic Movies, But They Help The Games Get Made, Sega Says

by Ralph on September 30, 2026 0

Sonic has faced some challenges recently, especially with the numerous games that haven’t performed as they once did. Sega seems to recognize this and has confirmed that, despite the recent difficulties, the franchise as a whole is once again part of popular culture—and it’s primarily due to the live-action films…Read More

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Xbox CEO Insists It’s Not For Sale Amid Studio Closures, Layoffs

by Ralph on September 30, 2026 0

The “Xbox reset” has individuals speculating if Microsoft is gearing up to withdraw from the video game sector, yet Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has unequivocally rejected the notion that the gaming unit will be offered for acquisition. “Xbox is not on the market,” Sharma stated to The New York Times…Read More

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The Splinter Cell Remake Is Still Lurking In The Shadows

by Ralph on September 30, 2026 0

A reimagining of the initial Splinter Cell title was initially revealed almost five years prior, and since that time, we’ve observed precisely zero moments of the game being played, or even a teaser. Nevertheless, as we understand with Sam Fisher, quietness can be misleading, and it appears that Ubisoft is diligently seeking candidates for various positions on the project…Read More

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World of Warcraft Forever cracks down on real-money trading, takes $200 worth of gold from streamer

by Ralph on September 30, 2026 0

Blizzard did confiscate all my currency…Discover More

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Dune Awakening boss says Denis Villeneuve feared the name “could be a little too close to Star Wars”

by Ralph on September 30, 2026 0

It’s not just all Flavor and sand creatures…Discover More

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Resident Evil remakes are building to a “crossover” with the new games, producer says

by Ralph on September 30, 2026 0

Capcom has been developing the crossover since Resident Evil Village…Discover More

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MTG gets KPop Demon Hunters cards, and they’re drop-dead gorgeous

by Ralph on September 30, 2026 0

The Hidden Hideout release comes this October…Learn More

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“Xbox is not for sale,” says CEO despite rumors: “We will do whatever it takes”

by Ralph on September 30, 2026 0

Currently, it appears that whatever is necessary involves numerous layoffs…Read More

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Gears of War E-Day – Everything To Know

by Ralph on September 30, 2026 0

From its return to the franchise’s gritter roots to its overhaul of the series’ iconic systems, here’s everything to know about Gears of War: E-Day. (Presented by Gears of War E-Day…Read More

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Xbox CEO Asha Sharma Shares ‘First Look’ At Unlocking The Mythic In Gears Of War: E-Day

by Ralph on September 30, 2026 0

Here’s what will transpire when you achieve all 55 milestones. In case you overlooked the announcement, Xbox has formally unveiled the introduction of Mythic Achievements today (currently as part of the Insider program), acting as a means to honor the accomplishment of finishing every “original” Xbox achievement in one game.Read the complete article on purexbox.com…

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Five Key Things We Learned About GTA 6 From The Game Informer Cover Story

by Ralph on September 30, 2026 0

Just to elevate your excitement even more. As you might have seen in other places today, GTA 6 has just been featured in a substantial 14-page cover article over at Game Informer, and anyone who registers for the Game Informer app on Android and iOS is getting free access to it. We strongly suggest heading over to check out the entire piece for yourself…

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Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 PC Specs Revealed, Ray Tracing & New Collateral Mode

by Ralph on September 30, 2026 0

For the passion of cod.As we progress towards a fresh month, the October 23 launch of Infinity Ward’s anticipated Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 approaches nearer.Today, the crew has delivered an extensive comprehensive list of PC specifications for Minimum, Recommended, and Ray Tracing configurations…

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Xbox Disc To Digital Is Now Live For Everyone, But You May Need To Force It Through

by Ralph on September 30, 2026 0

The moment has arrived. Here we go, everyone! Xbox has revealed unexpectedly this evening that all Xbox console users are receiving access to the disc to digital capability today, after a short testing phase for Xbox Insiders in recent weeks. The information was shared by the official Xbox account on social media…

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Over 1,500 Games Are Now Supported With Xbox Disc To Digital

by Ralph on September 30, 2026 0

Fans are still occupied compiling lists of operational titles. As you might have noticed, the Xbox Disc to Digital initiative has been launched for all users today (after its short Xbox Insider testing phase), signifying that you can now acquire a digital license for your tangible Xbox One and Series X games. That being said…

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“Let’s Aim For Disney”

by Ralph on September 29, 2026 0

we haven’t completely arrived at that point yet”. Sonic the Hedgehog chief Takashi Iizuka has asserted that the intellectual property has seemingly only achieved fifty percent of its capabilities. This statement comes from a recent discussion with the Japanese publication Continue (appreciated, VGC) in which he clarifies that Sonic has not yet attained the levels the development team aspired to from the outset. Indeed…Read More

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TMNT: Splintered Fate Shreds Past Another Sales Milestone, Dev Reveals Most-Played Characters

by Ralph on September 29, 2026 0

Rockin’ roguelike. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate emanated some significant Hades vibes when it launched on Switch a few years back, but this sense of familiarity is evidently a positive aspect, as developer Super Evil Megacorp has today announced that the title has exceeded an impressive 1.5 million sales. This figure represents overall game sales across all platforms…Read More

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Castlevania Is Also Getting A 40th Anniversary Concert Tour Next Year

by Ralph on September 29, 2026 0

Budge aside, Zelda. If next year’s Zelda 40th Anniversary Concert tour wasn’t sufficient musical chaos for you, Konami has revealed that it’s also arranging one for the Castlevania franchise. Castlevania 40th Anniversary: An Orchestral Concert promises an “epic musical celebration honoring 40 years of vampire hunting, creature vanquishing…Read More

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More Nintendo LEGO Sets Are Being Retired This Year

by Ralph on September 29, 2026 0

Alongside other gaming collections. It’s an inherent aspect of LEGO’s existence, yet it’s always disheartening to witness; several Nintendo-themed LEGO collections are being phased out this year. Just as we’ve earlier observed with the fantastic Super Mario World Mario & Yoshi and Great Deku Tree collections…Read More

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Review: Mobapad C2 Lite Controller

by Ralph on September 29, 2026 0

SNESsential. If it’s not evident by now, Mobapad creates truly excellent controllers. The Chitu2 HD is an outstanding substitute for Nintendo’s own Pro Controller 2, providing the same ‘smooth-gliding’ analogue sticks that really ought to become the industry norm. Likewise, the M12 HD Joy-Con are filled with features in an ergonomic design…Read More

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Persona Sales Report Confirms North America as Series’ Biggest Market

by Ralph on September 29, 2026 0

Times have evolved. Thanks to a fresh sales overview from SEGA, we now possess updated understanding of how well the Persona series performs on an international level. As reported by Persona Central, the publisher has effectively detailed the percentage of sales — for all Persona titles — by region…Read More

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These 3 Classic Toy Story Games Have All Been Delisted on PS5, Removed from PS Plus

by Ralph on September 29, 2026 0

A well-known tale.Earlier today, Sony verified the seven titles that will be departing the PS Plus Extra library in September.However, I was taken aback to observe this assortment broaden to include two PS Plus Premium titles as well: the PS1’s Toy Story 2: Buzz Lightyear to the Rescue and the PSP’s Toy Story 3.Read the complete piece on pushsquare.com…Discover More

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‘We were constantly overshooting our capacity:’ Arc Raiders exec says success resulted in burnout

by Ralph on September 29, 2026 0

Aleksander Grøndal acknowledges that Embark has faced challenges in harmonizing the requirements of countless players with those of its staff…Read More

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The Witcher 3 Remastered PS5 Pays Homage to the Worst DLC in History

by Ralph on September 29, 2026 0

Get new equine armor for Roach. Inquire anyone for instances of the most dreadful DLC ever created, and it won’t be long before they mention equine armor. Bethesda marketed new equine armor in Oblivion for $2.50, and the package has endured in notoriety ever since. At that moment, it served as a lesson to other creators in how not to manage DLC…Read More

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‘You Guys Are Gonna Have Your Minds Blown’: Troy Baker Says We’re Not Ready for Intergalactic

by Ralph on September 29, 2026 0

Talks up Tati Gabrielle in principal role. We may not be receiving a lot of updates about Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet until next year, but that hasn’t prevented Troy Baker from promoting Naughty Dog’s upcoming game. Baker, a renowned actor likely most recognized for his portrayal of Joel in The Last of Us…Read More

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Fantastic Sandbox Cop Game The Precinct Gets a Huge Update on PS5

by Ralph on September 29, 2026 0

Truck yeah. The Precinct was somewhat of a distinctive game for me last year. For those not in the know, it’s a kind-of-top-down open-world title where you assume the role of a rookie officer. You navigate the imaginary Averno City, addressing dynamic offenses that arise throughout the map. Read the complete article on pushsquare.com…Read More

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What’s the intended difficulty for Gears of War: E-Day? “I can tell you right now, it’s Hardcore” says The Coalition creative director

by Ralph on September 29, 2026 0

Xbox and The Coalition are emphasizing the significance of Gears of War: E-Day’s story mode, in anticipation of its Xbox and PC release on 1st October. The game reverts to the past to explore the roots of the Locust menace, placing you in the large, heavy footwear of a younger and more ‘naive’ Marcus Fenix as he navigates the onset of the apocalypse alongside his former ally…Read More

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