Xbox Cloud Gaming Updates: New Purchase Tiers and Subscription Caps
Xbox Insiders can now purchase cloud gaming hours, while Game Pass subscribers face new monthly usage limits starting November 1, 2026.
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Fountains Adds Gauntlet Mode and New Xbox Discounts
Fountains has officially added a new Gauntlet mode on Xbox, challenging players to survive ten consecutive boss fights while offering new discounts on the Extended Edition.
RocketWerkz Launches Brutal Framework as RimWorld Shifts to Waylith Engine
RocketWerkz has released the open-source Brutal framework, while Ludeon Studios has transitioned RimWorld to the new Waylith Engine to boost performance.
AION 2 Transition: Commercial Launch and Known Issues Status
AION 2 concludes its Advanced Access period with scheduled maintenance on October 4-5, 2026, transitioning to commercial launch while developers continue to track specific UI and progression bugs.
Gundam Rogue Orbit and the Bau Bahlam Model Kit Reveal
Bandai Namco has confirmed the release date for Gundam Rogue Orbit, while simultaneously unveiling a unique model kit featuring a brutal chainsaw macuahuitl weapon.
Apex Legends October 2026 Update: Balance Changes and Anti-Cheat Resolution
The latest Apex Legends update addresses character balance for Axle and the Fighter class, while the Anti-Cheat team confirms a permanent ban and patch for the Ballistic Sling server-crashing exploit.
Blizzard Confirms Hellfire Torch Bug Will Remain Unfixed for Diablo 4 Season 15
Blizzard has officially announced that the Hellfire Torch bug in Diablo 4 Season 15 will not be patched, while also confirming a shift in focus toward Diablo 5.
Apex Legends PC Anticheat Transition: Status and Matchmaking Troubleshooting
Respawn Entertainment has confirmed the live status of EA Javelin Anticheat on PC, while acknowledging ongoing matchmaking errors and recommending Steam as a temporary workaround.
Quake Champions Ends Free-to-Play Era with Final Content Update
Bethesda has released the final update for Quake Champions, transitioning the title to a paid model on Steam while removing all microtransactions and unlocking all previous seasonal content.
Quake Champions Shifts to Paid Model as id Software Releases Final Update
Id Software has transitioned Quake Champions to a paid model, removing all microtransactions and battle passes while releasing the final 1.31 content update for PC players.
Microsoft Overhauls Xbox Game Studios: A Structural Breakdown
Microsoft has finalized a massive internal reorganization, consolidating its development teams under Activision Blizzard and ZeniMax while retiring the Xbox Game Studios brand identity.
Reality Break: Ship Types DLC Review - Is the Grind Worth It?
Evaluates the Reality Break: Ship Types DLC, highlighting new content additions while noting the repetitive nature of the resource grind required for progression.
Roblox Developer Earnings Report Highlights Massive Income Disparity Among Creators
A new report reveals that while top Roblox creators generate millions in revenue, the median annual earnings for developers on the platform remain at approximately $1,500.
Cozy Horror Simulator The Hambagu Shop Announced for Nintendo Switch
Serafini Productions and Mike Ten have revealed <em>The Hambagu Shop</em>, a new cozy horror simulator heading to Nintendo Switch. Players will manage a Japanese hamburg steak shop, cooking and serving customers, while uncovering an unsettling story filled with haunting visions and jumpscares.
Serious Sam: Shatterverse Blends Classic Action with Roguelike Elements
Behaviour Interactive and Devolver Digital announce Serious Sam: Shatterverse, a new FPS roguelike that aims to honor the franchise's legacy while introducing a fresh, accessible experience for both veteran fans and newcomers.
While GTA III successfully combined driving, action, story, and exploration within a dynamic 3D world before any proper blueprint existed, certain elements have aged poorly.
Ratchet & Clank: Ranger Rumble Mobile Review Round-Up: Solid Action Missing Insomniac's Spark
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MapleStory Revenue Surges 63% as Nexon Returns $2B to Shareholders
Nexon reports record Q2 2026 financial results driven by MapleStory growth, announcing a $2 billion special dividend while detailing upcoming releases.
Gears of War: E-Day Previews Highlight Horde Siege and Control Shifts
Early previews for Gears of War: E-Day praise the revamped Horde Siege mode while noting major control adjustments and weapon feedback ahead of launch.
Xbox Outage Details Revealed as Physical Media Debate Grows
Xbox CTO Scott Van Vliet details the cause of a major server outage, while industry figures weigh in on the ongoing debate over digital-only games.
DragonSword: Awakening D3D12 Crash Fix and Steam Launch Options
DragonSword: Awakening PC players experiencing GPU crashes can use a direct Steam launch option workaround while developers prepare an official patch.
Grand Theft Auto 6: Rockstar's Plans for Online 2.0 Remain Unclear
While Grand Theft Auto 6 is confirmed for 2026, details on the next iteration of GTA Online are still missing. Here is what we know about Rockstar's direction.
Sega Backs Physical Media While Sony Drops PlayStation Discs
Sega president Shuji Utsumi defends physical media culture while prioritizing digital shift, as industry backlash mounts against Sony's disc phaseout.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls Open Beta Is Open and Phoenix Cyclops Confirmed as DLC
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls open beta runs through July 27, 2026, on PC and PS5, while Arc System Works reveals Phoenix Cyclops as a year-one DLC fighter.
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Learn how to access the Dead by Daylight Public Test Build (PTB) on Steam and understand why your account progress may appear different while testing new features.
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Keep your Roblox account secure with these actionable steps for managing privacy, avoiding scams, and using VPN protection while playing in 2026.
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Gears of War: E-Day Previews Highlight Horde Siege and Control Shifts
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Zelda Games to Play While Awaiting the Ocarina of Time Remake
With the Ocarina of Time remake months away, here are the top Zelda titles to play on Nintendo Switch in preparation for the upcoming release.