The Wolf Among Us Remastered delayed on Nintendo Switch
Telltale Games delays The Wolf Among Us Remastered on Nintendo Switch, while PlayStation, Xbox, and PC versions keep the October 29 release date.
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Modern Warfare 4 Sets Early Access and October 23 Launch Dates
Modern Warfare 4 launches October 23, with Campaign and DMZ early access starting October 16 and October 20 for preorders.
Jagex cancels RuneScape Reignited after severe player backlash
Jagex cancels RuneScape Reignited less than two weeks after announcement following heavy player backlash and community concerns.
Peak Console Edition launches on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Switch 2
Peak Console Edition is coming to PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Switch 2 on October 22, 2026, featuring cross-play and all content updates.
Activision CMO calls GTA 6 and Modern Warfare 4 the year's biggest games
Activision CMO Tyler Bahl claims GTA 6 and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 are the year's biggest games, sidelining Zelda Ocarina of Time Remake.
Epic Games launches AI-coded launcher preview as Valve updates Steam
Epic Games releases an AI-coded launcher preview claiming faster speeds than Steam, while Valve rolls out a Steam startup performance update.
PlayStation Plus adds Mafia: The Old Country and Dino Crisis 2 in October
Discover the PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium games for October 2026, including Mafia: The Old Country, Dino Crisis 2, and Horizon Forbidden West.
Microsoft announces Xbox Nano Controller for $49.99, releasing Nov 4
Microsoft announces the Xbox Nano Controller, a pocket-sized 3.5-ounce controller priced at $49.99, launching on November 4, 2026.
Epic Games releases new AI-built launcher preview for PC and Linux
Epic Games launches a new AI-coded preview launcher for Windows, Mac, and Linux, promising faster speeds and a redesigned library view.
Rockstar expects faster development cycles after GTA 6
Rockstar Games confirms that future development cycles after GTA 6 will be faster thanks to new foundational tools and engine technology.
How to complete An Unheard Farewell side quest in Valor Mortis
Learn how to start and complete the An Unheard Farewell side quest in Valor Mortis, including locations, elevator puzzles, and rewards.
Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School launches for PS5 on November 5
Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School arrives on PlayStation 5 on November 5, featuring an open-world campus and co-op play.
Sony reveals God of War Laufey collector box without the game
Sony announces the God of War Laufey collector's edition, featuring a statue and artbook, but confirms the game is not included in the $149.99 price.
Metaphor ReFantazio demo available now on Nintendo Switch 2
Metaphor: ReFantazio prologue demo is available now on Nintendo Switch 2, with save data transferable to the full game launching November 12, 2026.
Epic Games delays unannounced Marvel and Star Wars crossover shooter
Epic Games delays its unannounced Marvel and Star Wars crossover shooter amid a sudden pivot to generative AI development workflows.
Epic Games delays Disney shooter and shifts to AI-first development
Epic Games reportedly delays its unannounced Marvel and Star Wars Disney shooter, shifting to an AI-first development model using tools like Claude.
First-Person Soulslike Valor Mortis Launches October 13
One More Level's first-person Soulslike Valor Mortis launches on October 13, 2026, for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Marvel Tokon reveals full Year 1 DLC character roster and dates
Arc System Works reveals the full Year 1 DLC character roster and release dates for Marvel Tokon, featuring Thor, Venom, and Jubilee.
Gears of War: E-Day servers hit by DDoS attack causing outages
Gears of War: E-Day suffered server outages and login issues caused by a DDoS attack, according to developer The Coalition. Services are now restored.
Gears of War E-Day sells 230,000 copies as Game Pass drives reach
Alinea Analytics estimates Gears of War: E-Day sold 230,000 copies while drawing 1.7 million players on Xbox Game Pass.
Tekken's Reina joins Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves as DLC
Tekken character Reina is coming to Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves as DLC in December, alongside a Nintendo Switch 2 demo in late October.
Charlie Cox confirms involvement in unannounced Sega game
Actor Charlie Cox reveals at New York Comic-Con 2026 that he recorded over 40 hours of dialogue for an unannounced Sega game.
Phantom Blade Zero preview details combat and 30 planned weapons
Hands-on preview of Phantom Blade Zero reveals deep combat mechanics, 30 weapons, and intense boss fights ahead of its October release.
Astral Ascent gets free Expedition 33 update and Switch 2 version
Astral Ascent receives a free Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 update on Nintendo Switch alongside a new Switch 2 edition.