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Gaming hardware product releases

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated about 14 hours ago

Latest: ASUS ROG announces Raikiri II Pro gaming controller

New gaming hardware releases have been identified, including the ASUS Raikiri II wireless controller and the Revosim RS Lite racing bundle. The ASUS Raikiri II is designed for PC and Xbox, featuring TMR joysticks to prev

Xbox restructuring and Gears of War: E-Day rollout

68 clusters · 299 sources · last updated about 22 hours ago

Latest: Gears of War: E-Day achievement list revealed

Microsoft’s Xbox restructuring and exclusive‑title strategy continued to unfold in August 2026. The Coalition announced that *Gears of War: E‑Day* will launch on 6 October 2026 for PC and Xbox Series X|S. The multiplayer

Epic Games Store July-August free-game rotation

16 clusters · 81 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Epic Games offers Astral Ascent and Luftrausers for free

The Epic Games Store continued its weekly “Free Thursday” promotion throughout July and August 2026. Following earlier July giveaways such as River City Girls 2, I Have No Mouth, I Must Scream, Nova Lands, Tattoo Tycoon,

Xbox Free Play Days game promotions

4 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Xbox announces Free Play Days and new Game Pass titles

Microsoft has implemented several iterations of its Xbox Free Play Days program. In late August 2026, the promotion initially featured a rotation of three games valued at over $100, including the survival RPG ‘Icarus: Co

CD Projekt Red: Witcher 4, Witcher 3 Remaster & DLC updates

40 clusters · 409 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered to launch September 2026

Since May 2026, CD Projekt Red has focused on a long-term roadmap to rebuild player trust, centered on the development of Witcher 4 (codenamed Polaris) using Unreal Engine 5. Co-CEO Michał Nowakowski has stated the studi

Final Fantasy VII Revelation: Release and gameplay news

58 clusters · 245 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Square Enix announces Final Fantasy VII Revelation release date and features

Square Enix’s Final Fantasy VII remake trilogy is approaching its conclusion with Final Fantasy VII Revelation, officially scheduled for release on April 8, 2027. The title will launch on PC (via Steam, Epic Games Store,

Microsoft Xbox cloud gaming and subscription changes

7 clusters · 117 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Microsoft rolls out Xbox subscription discounts and console updates

Microsoft is implementing significant changes to its Xbox cloud gaming service. Starting in November 2026, the company will end unlimited streaming for Game Pass subscribers by introducing monthly usage caps based on sub

NVIDIA DLSS 4.5 technology rollout

4 clusters · 43 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: NVIDIA expands DLSS 4.5 support to multiple PC games

NVIDIA’s DLSS 4.5 technology is being integrated into several major video game titles. Early implementations include support for Gears of War: E-Day, Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, and pre-order availability for Phantom Blade

Fable video game development and gameplay updates

9 clusters · 107 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Playground Games details new Fable gameplay and combat mechanics

Following technical showcases of the ForzaTech engine, Playground Games provided extensive gameplay demonstrations during Gamescom 2026. A featured 18-minute sequence, ‘Mud and Death,’ showcased the capital city of Bower

Funcom Dune: Awakening console launch and DLC

4 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Dune: Awakening survival MMO set for September 2026 release

Funcom has provided extensive updates for the open-world survival game Dune: Awakening during Gamescom 2026. Following the PC version's launch in June 2025, the studio confirmed the game is scheduled to launch on PlaySta

ASUS ROG 2026 launches and 20th anniversary expansions

27 clusters · 132 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: ASUS, GIGABYTE, and Microsoft announce new gaming hardware and events

In late August 2026, ASUS expanded its 20th-anniversary offerings with the announcement of the ROG Xbox Ally X20 handheld. This limited-edition device features a translucent black chassis with gold accents, an AMD Ryzen

Xbox Game Pass updates and Disc-to-Digital expansion

45 clusters · 270 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Xbox expands Disc-to-Digital program with Ubisoft support

Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass continued its catalog rotation through August 2026. Early in the month, the service added Heretic + Hexen and Beast of Reincarnation, followed by Bounty Star, Date Everything!, and several game

Grand Theft Auto VI development and legal disputes

4 clusters · 85 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Rockstar Games faces employment tribunal over GTA 6 staff dismissals

Rockstar North continues to share development details for Grand Theft Auto VI, focusing on player agency and realism in the fictional state of Leonida. Co-studio head Rob Nelson has clarified that the 2023 trailer served

Sony PlayStation disc phase-out, Plus pricing & legal push

67 clusters · 448 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Sony faces backlash over plan to phase out physical PlayStation discs

Sony’s plan to cease new PlayStation disc production by 31 January 2028 continues to face scrutiny as the company navigates a global memory crisis. CEO Hiroki Totoki suggested the crisis is “fortunate” timing, as the Pla

BlizzCon 2026 event announcements

5 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: BlizzCon 2026 expected to feature Warcraft III and World of Warcraft updates

Blizzard Entertainment has released preliminary details for BlizzCon 2026, scheduled for September 12–13 at the Anaheim Convention Center. This event marks the convention’s return after a three-year hiatus and is the fir

Release of SPRAWL zero video game

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: SNK announces Metal Slug Ultimate Collection for 2027

The first-person shooter SPRAWL zero, developed by Maeth and published by Kwalee, was initially announced with a scheduled release date of September 8, 2026. The game is set in a collapsing cyberpunk city and features a

Amazon Luna expands free games and Prime Video integration

13 clusters · 66 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Amazon and Microsoft diverge on cloud gaming subscription models

In late June 2026, Luna expanded its Prime Gaming free-game catalog to 15 titles, adding four new games such as Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered and Mafia III: Definitive Edition. On 23 July 2026, Amazon announced that Luna

Amazon gaming discounts rollout

6 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: PlayStation 5 games and GTA VI feature in 9.9 sales

In early July 2026, Amazon announced a promotion offering discounts on a selection of Xbox and PlayStation 5 titles. By late July, the sale expanded to include games such as Halo Infinite, Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, B

Forza Horizon 6 release and reception

9 clusters · 53 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Forza Horizon 6 PS5 release confirmed for 2026

Metacritic’s mid‑year ranking released on 14 July 2026 placed Forza Horizon 6 at the top of the new‑game list, giving it a Metascore of 90 and praising its open‑world setting in Japan, over 550 cars, and refined progress

Call of Duty MW4 beta: gameplay, campaign, and player data

23 clusters · 209 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta sees high Steam player engagement

Activision and Infinity Ward are conducting beta testing for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 ahead of its October 23, 2026, release. The open beta, available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2, h

Psychological horror game console releases

4 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Dream Cage psychological horror game released for PS5 and Xbox

In August 2026, several psychological horror and thriller video games announced or executed expansions to console platforms. Nightmare Shift, developed by Binary Lunar and published by Ultimate Games S.A., was scheduled

StarCraft franchise development rumors

2 clusters · 33 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: StarCraft franchise rumors intensify ahead of BlizzCon 2026

Speculation regarding the StarCraft franchise has intensified following intentional visual glitches and cryptic messages on official websites. These digital disturbances, which include flickering text and military corres

Take-Two Interactive digital strategy and GTA VI outlook

9 clusters · 119 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Grand Theft Auto VI highlights video game industry cost crisis

Take-Two Interactive continues to navigate the aftermath of leaks by ‘Cyberleek’ while preparing for the November 19, 2026, launch of Grand Theft Auto VI. Following an extended preview on Netflix, Take-Two shares rose ap

Mewgenics console release rollout

3 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Mewgenics announces console release and multi-language support

The tactical strategy RPG Mewgenics, developed by Edmund McMillen and Tyler Glaiel, is expanding from PC to home consoles. Following its initial appearance on the Xbox digital store, the game’s console launch was officia

Double Fine studio independence and Keeper release

2 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Double Fine releases Keeper on PlayStation 5

Following a separation from Microsoft due to restructuring at Xbox, the game development studio Double Fine regained independence and retained its intellectual property. This transition resulted in the layoff of approxim

Microsoft age verification implementation

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Microsoft introduces Windows 11 age verification API for privacy

Microsoft has begun implementing age verification systems across its platforms to comply with digital safety and child protection regulations. In Australia, the company introduced requirements for the Microsoft and Xbox

Gamescom 2026: Record attendance and security concerns

17 clusters · 433 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Gamescom 2026 showcases indie game innovation and global expansion

Gamescom 2026 in Cologne, Germany, concluded with record-breaking figures, attracting 368,000 visitors from 131 countries and 1,743 exhibiting companies. This represented an 11% increase in exhibitors compared to 2025. I

Microsoft Xbox restructuring and studio fallout

124 clusters · 909 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Double Fine regains independence after separating from Xbox

In June 2026, Microsoft’s Xbox division disclosed a severe component shortage for Series S and Series X consoles, driven by AI-related demand for memory and storage chips. This scarcity led to price increases of $100–$15

Xbox Game Pass content and promotions

4 clusters · 48 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Xbox platform to receive new game releases in September

Microsoft is expanding the Xbox Game Pass library through the summer and early autumn of 2026. In late July and mid-August, the service added various titles including The Planet Crafter, the Halo: Campaign Evolved remake

PlayStation 5 thermal management and hardware issues

3 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: PlayStation 5 hardware faces overheating due to cooling system corrosion

Reports from hardware technicians indicate that older PlayStation 5 consoles are experiencing severe overheating issues due to failures in the liquid metal cooling system. A technician noted that gallium diffusion allows