Valve reveals Steam Frame VR headset priced at $1,059 for base model
Valve announces the Steam Frame VR headset priced at $1,059 for 256GB and $1,299 for 1TB, featuring SteamOS 3 and inside-out tracking.
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Rayman Legends Retold delayed to December 3, 2026
Ubisoft delays Rayman Legends Retold to December 3, 2026. The game has gone gold and a new trailer is coming September 22.
007 First Light delayed to March 2027 on Nintendo Switch 2
IO Interactive delays the Nintendo Switch 2 version of 007 First Light to March 2027 for further performance optimization.
Valve launches Steam Frame wireless VR headset starting at $1,059
Valve releases the Steam Frame wireless VR headset starting at $1,059, featuring eye-tracking and standalone Half-Life: Alyx support.
Sony blocks release of The Last of Us Part 2 multiplayer mod
Sony halts the release of The Last of Us Part 2 multiplayer mod following a request from the publisher to its creator, Speclizer.
Zach Cregger's Resident Evil film and Coyote vs. ACME release in theaters
Zach Cregger's Resident Evil and Coyote vs. ACME arrive in theaters on September 18, 2026, alongside other major film and TV releases.
GTA VI adopts chapter structure and faces online transition challenges
Rockstar confirms a chapter structure for GTA VI's campaign, while industry experts discuss the future online transition challenges.
Blizzard announces Diablo Netflix series and Starcraft shooter at BlizzCon
Blizzard announces a Diablo Netflix animated series, a 2030 Starcraft open-world shooter, and World of Warcraft Forever at BlizzCon 2026.
Blizzard announces Diablo 5 for 2029 and Warcraft 3 campaign
Blizzard announces Diablo 5 for spring 2029, ends Diablo 4 expansions, and shadow-drops a new Warcraft 3 campaign at BlizzCon 2026.
PlayStation cancels Physint partnership as subscription costs rise
Sony cancels Physint publishing deal with Kojima as rising subscription costs drive record service cancellations across the gaming industry.
Nintendo Switch 2 physical games to support new 32GB cartridges
Nintendo Switch 2 physical game releases will now support 32GB cartridges, offering a cheaper alternative to 64GB cards and reducing download requirements.
Rockstar details GTA 6 security and online features in union tribunal
Rockstar Games reveals GTA 6 32-player details and extreme office security measures during its ongoing employment tribunal battle with the IWGB union.
PlayStation backs away from Kojima's Physint and Sony sales data
PlayStation parts ways with Kojima's Physint as Xbox steps in, while new data details physical game sales and recent Sony title performance.
Star Wars: Eclipse confirmed alive, and Zero Company update 1.1 released
Lucasfilm confirms Star Wars Eclipse and KOTOR remake are alive, and Bit Reactor releases update 1.1 for Star Wars Zero Company.
Microsoft: Windows 11 preview features and new Xbox gaming releases
Microsoft rolls out Windows 11 preview updates with Emoji 17.0 and key remapping alongside new Xbox gaming launches.
PlayStation 5 Exclusive Wolverine Launches Amid Sony Industry Turmoil
Insomniac's Wolverine launches on PS5 to mixed reviews as Sony faces studio shifts, Physint moving to Xbox, and 2028 physical disc phase-out.
Switch 2 adds Metroid Ravenous, Pikmin 4, and Monster Hunter Wilds
Nintendo details the Switch 2 lineup with Metroid Ravenous, Pikmin 4 Switch 2 Edition, and Monster Hunter Wilds amid strong console sales.
Kojima Productions moves Physinting to Xbox after PlayStation cancellation
Hideo Kojima's Physint moves to Xbox after PlayStation attempted to cancel the tactical espionage game. Development continues.
Steam Deck beta update adds Big Art mode and custom screensavers
Valve releases a new Steam client beta update adding Big Art view, screensavers, and direct Desktop Mode booting for Steam Deck.
Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour update 1.1.0 adds TV mode VRR demo
Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour update 1.1.0 is available, bringing TV mode support for the VRR Slider Demo and system improvements.
Sony reveals PS Plus Extra and Premium games for September 2026
Sony announces the PS Plus Extra and Premium games for September 2026, including RuneScape: Dragonwilds, WWE 2K26, and classic titles.
Gears of War: E-Day pre-orders open with Open Beta details
Gears of War: E-Day pre-orders are live with Open Beta dates for August 2026, UE5 engine details, and campaign info.
Nintendo announces new Switch 2 releases: Hyrule Warriors and Mega Man
Nintendo announces Hyrule Warriors Definitive Edition and Mega Man Dual Override for Switch 2 with new release dates and features.
Monster Hunter Wilds launches on Nintendo Switch 2 this December
Capcom confirms Monster Hunter Wilds arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 on December 4, 2026, featuring all updates, local play, and future expansion support.