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Double Counter Breach Exposes Data Tied to Up to 28 Million Discord Accounts
Discord server-protection bot Double Counter says an October 4 attack exposed IDs and usernames tied to up to 28 million Discord accounts, plus IP and coarse location data for about 27 million and roughly 1 million email addresses. Discord says its own platform was not breached.
Xbox Forms XP Division to Grow Franchises Into Film and Events
Xbox has launched a new division named XP to expand its franchises into film, television, products, live events, and partnerships. The unit consolidates existing teams under President Kayleen Walters to support the company's stated aim of becoming the top entertainment company.
PS5 Crunchyroll Anime Hub Launches Spring 2027
PlayStation will launch a Crunchyroll anime hub on PS5 in spring 2027 that links anime discovery, games, and app access. The feature expands an existing Sony-Crunchyroll partnership that already includes memberships and an upcoming Ghost of Tsushima anime series.
Surface Laptop Ultra will launch October 16 starting at $2,599
Microsoft has set an October 16 launch date for the Surface Laptop Ultra with pricing from $2,599. The RTX Spark-powered laptop targets premium creative, gaming, and AI workloads.
Netflix Releases Conjuring Interactive Horror Game October 13
Netflix will release The Conjuring: Unspoken, an interactive horror game, exclusively on its service October 13. The title lets players investigate a haunted inn using their phones as paranormal tools and make choices that affect the outcome.
Rockstar: GTA 6 Players Can Rob Almost Any Location
Rockstar North development head Rob Nelson said GTA 6 players can rob stores, banks, payday loan offices, and other sites spontaneously. The system forms part of the core gameplay loop and works with or without a partner character.
IGN Releases Full Verbatim GTA 6 Interview Transcript
IGN has published the full verbatim transcript of its interview with Rockstar North's Rob Nelson. The release adds specific details on character switching, side missions, dynamic NPC reactions, and autonomous companion behavior in GTA 6.
Forza Horizon 6 Physical Edition Confirmed for PS5 in Early 2027
Forza Horizon 6 will launch on PS5 in early 2027 with a physical disc edition priced at €69.99 in Europe and £59.99 in the UK. Pre-orders are expected to open soon after an official announcement this week.
AION 2 Hits Nearly 400,000 Concurrent Players on Steam at Launch
AION 2 reached nearly 400,000 concurrent players on Steam at its global launch. The free-to-play MMORPG has drawn strong engagement through its content depth and modernized systems.
Supermassive Games Reportedly Lets Go of More Than 70 Staff
Supermassive Games is said to have dismissed over 70 employees after an August redundancy consultation that anticipated as many as 75 cuts. Insider Gaming reports the reductions hit developers, artists, producers and senior management.
DMZ Extraction Mode in Modern Warfare 4 Gets Hajin Focus in New Trailer
A trailer for Modern Warfare 4’s DMZ mode reveals the Hajin radioactive tripoint map and a new bounty system for PvP. The extraction mode is slated to release with the full game on October 23 across four platforms.
Jagex Sets RuneScape Reignited Launch for December 2
Jagex will launch RuneScape Reignited on December 2 after announcing the refresh at RuneFest 2026 Summit. The character-based update introduces a new economy and ten days of free members access to attract both lapsed and new players.
Capcom Details REX Project to Make RE Engine AI-Generation Ready
Capcom announced the REX Project at a tech conference to transform the RE Engine into an AI-generation platform through six sub-programs focused on development efficiency. The effort aims to reduce complexity for the thousands of developers using the engine while supporting AI tools without generating assets automatically.
Poppy Playtime Spin-Off Escape From Playtime Opens Beta Today
Escape From Playtime, the co-op survival horror spin-off of Poppy Playtime, launched its open beta on October 1. The title enters Early Access on October 21 with eight playable characters and a starter zone before further zones and enemies are added.
Former Tarkov Devs Unveil Concept Art for Rush is Real
Nomion Games released the first concept art for Rush is Real, a near-future shooter from former Escape from Tarkov staff, and named 3D artist Space Meerkat as art director.
Fortnitemares Trailer Adds Hollow Knight to Fortnite Collabs
Fortnitemares has launched with a Hollow Knight collaboration revealed in the event trailer. The four-week event runs through November 1 and features additional partnerships with Hazbin Hotel, Predator, and others.
KRAFTON Cancels PUBG: Black Budget Extraction Shooter
KRAFTON has canceled PUBG: Black Budget after an internal review found the extraction shooter would not deliver a long-term enjoyable experience. The project reached nearly 10,000 concurrent players in playtests before being pulled from the pipeline.
Xbox CEO Sharma Says Gaming Unit Is Not for Sale
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has denied reports that Microsoft is considering selling or spinning out its gaming business. The statement follows June restructuring plans that include up to 3,200 layoffs during the 2027 financial year.
EA Sports Hiring for Unannounced AAA Free-to-Play Live Service Game
EA Sports is developing a new AAA free-to-play live-service game, confirmed by a Client Engineer job listing at its Shanghai studio. The project adds to the publisher's existing sports portfolio but carries no confirmed release details.
Football Manager 27 Releases November 10, 2026
Football Manager 27 will release on November 10, 2026. The update adds dynamic crowds, time-of-day lighting, and improved player models to heighten match atmosphere.
Xbox Mythic Achievements roll out to Insiders, retroactive to Xbox 360
Microsoft has rolled out Mythic Achievements to Xbox Insiders, awarding them retroactively for completed games as far back as the Xbox 360. The new system includes a Gaming tab that organizes progress and lets users compare with friends.
Digital Bros Cancels Armed Fantasia After Kickstarter Funding
Digital Bros has canceled Armed Fantasia, the Kickstarter-funded RPG intended as a spiritual successor to Wild Arms, along with the Battle Island sequel. The publisher recorded an 18.7 million euro non-cash impairment in its FY2026 results after multiple gameplay reviews and market considerations.
Bungie Details Marathon Roadmap Through March 2027
Bungie has published a roadmap for Marathon covering updates from October 2026 to March 2027 that expand game modes and player options. The changes aim to support different playstyles while preserving the core PvEvP experience.
The Witcher 3 Remastered Update Launches September 29
The Witcher 3 Remastered update launches September 29, 2026, as a free next-gen upgrade with new features and improved visuals. The staggered rollout occurs on the same day.
Former Naughty Dog Artist Details Amy Hennig's Original Uncharted 4
Former Naughty Dog VFX artist Matt Radford described Amy Hennig's original Uncharted 4 vision, in which Sam functioned as the villain and a different actor held the role. The account comes from an exclusive interview on the Kiwi Talkz podcast and highlights early development differences before Hennig's 2014 departure.
Embark Studios Details ARC Raiders Frozen Trail Update
Embark Studios has detailed the Frozen Trail update for ARC Raiders, which arrives October 8 with a new map, enemies, weapons, and systems. The content drop represents the largest expansion yet for the extraction shooter.
Undead Labs Becomes Independent Studio Once Again
Undead Labs has completed its separation from Xbox to operate independently for the first time since 2018. State of Decay 3 development remains active in alpha, targeting closed beta by year-end and a 2027 multiplatform release that includes Game Pass.
Bungie Plans to Return Vaulted Content to Destiny 2
Bungie will restore vaulted campaigns, destinations, and raids to Destiny 2 as the first step toward preserving the franchise and building a stronger long-term future. The reversal follows widespread fan backlash after the game’s final major update with the Monuments of Triumph.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Demo Launches October 1
Konami will release a demo for Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse on October 1 that includes the opening chapter and allows save data to transfer to the full game on the same platform. The full title launches October 15 on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series, PS5 and PC, running at 60 FPS on all platforms except the Switch.
Fortnite Confirms Kingdom Hearts Skins for Sora, Riku, Kairi and Roxas in Override Season
Epic Games has officially confirmed a Kingdom Hearts collaboration for Fortnite, with a September 15 trailer showcasing skins for Sora, Riku, Kairi and Roxas during the Override season. The tie-in adds to a string of gaming crossovers while the season draws mixed reactions and a modest drop in player numbers.
Bloomberg Report Details Why PlayStation Dropped Physint Project
A Bloomberg report citing anonymous sources claims that disappointing commercial performance of Kojima’s prior Death Stranding titles, missed deadlines, ballooning costs, and limited exclusivity led PlayStation to cancel Physint. Xbox will now partner with the developer on the project.
Nintendo Issues 4.0 Patch for Long-Running Kart Racer
Nintendo released a 4.0 update for its long-running kart racer on September 1 that adds Nintendo Switch 2 support, 5-8 player local multiplayer, CameraPlay, faster loading, and increased race speed. The changes keep a 2017 title relevant on new hardware while the series' latest game awaits its first major post-launch content.
Warlock Reveals First Gameplay From Dungeons & Dragons Universe
Wizards of the Coast and Invoke have shown new Warlock gameplay from Gamescom Opening Night Live, featuring character Tasha and systems-driven magic that turns environments into tactical assets. The Dungeons & Dragons action-adventure is targeting a 2027 release on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
New York Court Authorizes Take-Two Subpoenas Aimed at Microsoft and Discord in GTA 6 Leak Probe
A New York judge approved Take-Two Interactive's requests for subpoenas directed at Microsoft and Discord to help identify users allegedly linked to the CYBERLEEK group responsible for the GTA 6 gameplay leaks. The publisher is seeking account details tied to Discord and GitHub posts as part of its copyright probe.
Deus Ex Creator Warren Spector Retires From Game Development
Deus Ex creator Warren Spector announced his retirement from game development after 44 years, citing industry changes and personal reasons in a LinkedIn post. The move highlights a shift for a veteran who influenced immersive sims while making space for newer developers.
Xbox Elite Series 3 prototype surfaces on Reddit
A Redditor purchased and photographed what appears to be an Xbox Elite Series 3 prototype before their account and parts of the thread vanished. The device matches a May leak and includes a built-in screen, cloud gaming features, and repairability elements, with sources confirming a release later this year.
EA Sale Expected to Close August 4
Electronic Arts disclosed in an SEC filing that it has obtained every regulatory approval required for its sale, with the company expecting the deal to close on August 4. The transaction will take the gaming company private under a consortium including the Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners.
Tomb Raider: Catalyst Delayed to 2028
Tomb Raider: Catalyst has been pushed from a 2027 target to 2028 according to Amazon Gaming chief Jeffrey Gattis, while Legacy of Atlantis stays on schedule for February 12, 2027. The shift comes amid four rounds of layoffs at developer Crystal Dynamics in the past 12 months, raising questions about studio capacity.
GameStop Acquires 9.8% Stake in eBay
GameStop now owns 9.8 percent of eBay as CEO Ryan Cohen pursues a hostile takeover, stating his plan is to cut costs, maximize shareholder value, and compete with Amazon. The move raises questions about execution and further erodes GameStop's identity as a gaming retailer.
Microsoft to cut 605 jobs in Redmond
Microsoft has filed notice to permanently lay off 605 workers at its Redmond headquarters effective September 4, 2026. Axios notes 493 Redmond + other WA sites for the 605 total. The cuts are part of a sweeping Xbox gaming division restructure inside a global plan targeting approximately 3,200 roles in FY2027.
Glen Schofield Retires After 35 Years in Games
Glen Schofield, creator of Dead Space and co-founder of Sledgehammer Games, has retired from day-to-day game development after 35 years. His emotional video reflects on industry talent, personal thanks to fans and colleagues, and an optimistic outlook despite recent setbacks at Striking Distance Studios.
Halo Studios Cancels Project Ekur Multiplayer Title
Halo Studios has canceled Project Ekur, its Unreal Engine 5 multiplayer prototype developed by Certain Affinity. The move comes amid ongoing Halo remake efforts and leaves fans without a new multiplayer title in the near term.
GTA Online Adds Kortz Center Art Heist on July 14
Rockstar Games will release the GTA Online art heist set at the Kortz Center on July 14, 2026. Players must first buy an Art Studio addition, then complete scoping and cleanup steps before stealing rotating targets, all while new bonuses, vehicles, and mansion rewards become available.
The Next Mainline Elder Scrolls Title Remains At Least Two to Three Years From Launch
Jason Schreier reports the next mainline Elder Scrolls entry is at least two to three years from release, potentially arriving in 2029 or 2031. That would mark nearly two decades since Skyrim launched in 2011, following an announcement that is already eight years old.
Sony Eyes Distinct Next-Gen PlayStation Beyond PC Rivalry
Sony executives outlined plans for the next PlayStation to provide brand-exclusive value instead of competing directly with PCs, while expanding play options beyond the living room through peripherals such as monitors and speakers. The statements respond to audience shifts toward PC gaming that occurred during the 2020 pandemic.
PlayStation Allows Re-Printing of Pre-2028 Physical Games
PlayStation has told partners that pre-2028 games can still have physical discs re-printed after January 2028, though the ordering process will change. The confirmation follows Sony's decision to stop producing new physical titles and leaves open how post-deadline retail releases and future console support will work.
Undead Labs Reportedly Facing Possible Shutdown
Overnight reports indicate Microsoft is seeking a buyer for Undead Labs, with its zombie survival title at risk of cancellation if none is found. The move is part of broader layoffs threatening hundreds of jobs across Xbox gaming studios including Double Fine, Compulsion, and Ninja Theory.
GameStop CEO Forgoes $35B Bonus to Pursue eBay Takeover
GameStop has withdrawn Ryan Cohen's potential $35 billion performance bonus so the CEO can concentrate on acquiring eBay. The decision follows eBay's swift rejection of a $55 billion bid in May and precedes the planned release of additional strategic materials this week.
GTA 6 Box Art Revealed as Pre-Orders Launch June 25
Rockstar Games has revealed GTA 6 box art and confirmed pre-orders begin June 25. The price remains unknown amid ongoing rumors of a potential $100 standard edition.
Ubisoft Co-Founder Claude Guillemot Dies in Small Plane Crash
Claude Guillemot, who helped establish Ubisoft with his brothers in 1986, died when a Cessna 421 crashed in La Baule, France on June 19. The accident also claimed the life of a flight instructor; intense fire at the site reportedly slowed official identification of the victims.
GTA 6 Box Art Revealed as Pre-Orders Open June 25
Rockstar Games has revealed GTA 6 box art and confirmed pre-orders open on June 25. The news gives fans their first official look at the packaging while building anticipation for the game's release.
Take-Two CEO Reiterates GTA 6 Release on November 19
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick confirmed GTA 6 is still scheduled for November 19, 2026, while explaining the lengthy development as the result of Rockstar's drive to create something unprecedented. The interview also included business advice on integrity, persistence, and aligning skills with interests, underscoring the high stakes for one of gaming's most anticipated releases.
Pokémon NAIC Moves to Chicago's McCormick Place From 2027
The Pokémon Company is relocating its North American International Championship to Chicago's McCormick Place starting in 2027 after three years in New Orleans. The shift addresses surging attendance that has grown over 150 percent and sold out every badge while improving global accessibility through superior flight connections.
DOJ Approves Paramount's $111B Warner Bros. Discovery Deal
The United States Department of Justice has officially approved Paramount's $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. The merger will combine Paramount+ and HBO Max while uniting gaming projects from both companies' IP libraries.
Microsoft Plans Major Xbox Layoffs Next Week
Microsoft is planning major layoffs in its Xbox gaming business as early as next week after its fiscal year ends on June 30. The cuts mark the fourth big round in 18 months as the division faces pressure to improve margins following the $69 billion Activision Blizzard acquisition.
Ubisoft Barcelona Lays Off 51 Staff to Focus on Rainbow Six
Ubisoft will lay off 51 employees at its Barcelona studio, which will now focus exclusively on Rainbow Six projects. The cuts are part of larger company-wide changes that include two studio closures and a 12% staff reduction on Rainbow Six Siege affecting 120 workers.
Stronghold 4 Revealed at PC Gaming Show
Stronghold 4 was revealed at the PC Gaming Show with voice stars Samantha Béart and Ben Starr appearing in the game. The tenth entry in the 25-year series aims to deliver the most ambitious castle simulator yet after mixed results from prior mainline releases.
Amazon and MGM to Lead Future James Bond Games
Amazon has confirmed that MGM and Amazon Game Studios will lead all future James Bond video games. The update follows the company's IP acquisition, which occurred after the deal for the recently released 007: First Light and aligns with its strategy to expand game properties into Prime Video series.
EA Sports College Football 27 Coming to PC
Insider Gaming confirmed EA Sports College Football 27 is coming to PC for the first time in the series. The PC release has been in development since the series began this decade with player security and licensing as central considerations ahead of the June 4 reveal.
Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis Sets February 2027 Release
Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis receives a February 12, 2027 release date and new trailer at PlayStation State of Play. The reimagining of the 1996 original, developed by Crystal Dynamics and Flying Wild Hog for Amazon Game Studios, arrives on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S.
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Riot's remaining 2XKO team built Sett in six months after the layoffs. The work wrapped before development on the fighter was shut down.
Sony filed a patent for a system letting viewers guide streamers' in-game decisions through real-time prompts and voting. The filing describes on-screen interfaces that would let audiences influence path choices or actions during broadcasts.
Up to 275 hours of battery life heads the specs on Razer’s Basilisk V4 Pro gaming mouse, which adds a tilt wheel. The company also released the V4 Hyperspeed and a charging dock.
Mafia 3 is receiving a current-gen update for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. The patch brings the 2016 title in line with newer console hardware.
EA and Respawn announced the Apex Legends Blood Pact event for Halloween, adding new Alter and Sparrow skins along with a Haunted Kings Canyon map.
Ubisoft is shutting down Rainbow Six Mobile. The decision follows the game's closed beta testing.
US video game sales declined in the latest period, though hardware and select categories showed gains.
2-0 victories from G2 and Vitality dropped 100 Thieves and Nongshim RedForce into the Valorant Champions 2026 Shanghai lower bracket.
Through 2028, Bdd and PerfecT have re-signed with KT Rolster. The mid and top laners stay with the LCK organization after the team missed Worlds 2026.
P.T. receives a native PC port. The release adds several improvements over prior fan versions.
PGL Bucharest 2027 announced its invited rosters, with all top teams accepting spots at the 16-team event. The lineup underscores ongoing attendance issues for competing organizers.
Eight teams reach ESL Pro League Season 24 playoffs at Spodek Arena, where Falcons and Spirit are set for a Major rematch.
Xbox CTO Scott Van Vliet reportedly outlined plans to simplify the publishing process and attract more developers.
Valve added a VRS rule exception for s1mple's BC.Game roster, restoring their eligibility path to the PGL Singapore Major.
Gravity Well, founded by former Titanfall developers, has reportedly conducted mass layoffs before shipping its first game.
Riot is pushing the League of Legends replay privacy change to Patch 26.21 after community pushback. Replays will stay public in the meantime.
Xbox CEO targets serving a billion Windows PCs. The goal frames the platform's next growth phase beyond consoles.
Google Playground lets users generate playable browser games from text prompts alone. The tool handles code, assets and logic without manual editing.
Marvel Rivals Season 10.5 roadmap outlines upcoming events and cosmetics. Details cover the next phase of seasonal content.
FlyQuest advanced from the elimination group in the Swiss Stage of the League of Legends Demacia Cup Global Invitational.
LOUD upset Paper Rex while NRG outclassed T1 in the first two Valorant Champions 2026 playoff matches in Shanghai.
Mafia 2 and 3 Definitive Editions are now rated for PS5 and Xbox Series consoles. The listings cover both titles without new release dates attached.
ARC Raiders PvE toggle test dates have been detailed, outlining when the mode enters its scheduled trial phase.
Xbox addressed reports on GTA 6 cloud gaming and PC access, labeling them misreporting.
A Valve Regional Standings rule change has likely removed s1mple from contention for the PGL Singapore Major.
Sony filed a patent proposing to train AI NPCs and bosses on player game data for more responsive behavior. The filing outlines using in-game actions and decisions to refine character responses over time.
A leak indicates GTA 6 will run a limited-time promotion tied to Discord. No further details on the offer have surfaced.
GTA VI on Xbox Cloud Gaming will require owning the game on Xbox plus separate streaming hours. Game Pass subscribers receive limited hours starting in November, with paid top-ups available for more.
Riot Games released the first details on LoL Worlds Pick'Ems 2026, including when picks open and the full deadline schedule.
Two unannounced PlayStation devices with model numbers CFI-Y2000 and CFI-Y2105 have cleared Wi-Fi Alliance certification as gaming peripherals. The filings point to possible PlayStation Portal revisions, including the OLED display rumored earlier this year.
Riot Games revealed new True Damage Know My Name skins for League of Legends ahead of the 2026 Worlds anthem release.
Escape from Tarkov now lets players buy in-game currency with real money through official channels.
Marvel Rivals will reportedly run a Path To Doomsday Infinity War event. Start date and launch times are now detailed.
TES is reportedly replacing top laner ZUIAN with 369 at LoL Worlds 2026 over unresolved US visa issues.
Three new maps arrive in Battlefield 6 Season 5. The gameplay trailer places them across Las Vegas and Area 51.
NetEase has added Avengers: Infinity War and Endgame game modes to Marvel Rivals in Season 10.5. The update also advances the next two stages of the Path to Doomsday event.
Several thousand players log into State of Decay daily, with the studio crediting Game Pass for the sustained numbers.
$10B Mediterranean gaming industry now counts Israel among its powerhouses, an industry report shows.
LCS Summer 2026 final between Team Liquid and LYON posted the league's highest viewership in four years.
LoL Worlds 2026 draws for Play-Ins, Swiss Stage, and Knockouts are scheduled at set times ahead of the tournament. The dates cover the full path to crowning this year's champions.
Forza Horizon co-creator has filed a trademark for a new open-world racing game positioned as a direct competitor to the Forza series. The filing lists no release window or publisher.
Crimson Desert's multiplayer mod is reportedly in testing. No details on scope or timeline have surfaced yet.
Ninja Theory has begun layoffs as its Hellblade studio reportedly faces closure.
Valorant Champions 2026 playoffs are now set after Americas and Pacific teams swept through the group stages. The other two regions contributed far fewer advancing squads.
Team Liquid defeated LYON 3-1 to claim the LCS Summer trophy. The series win came after a methodical grand finals performance that limited LYON's map control throughout.
Behaviour Interactive is reportedly developing an unannounced AAA sci-fi FPS that sets a high bar for realism. The project remains in early stages with no release window or platforms disclosed.
Ubisoft has elevated its Motherbrain generative AI to global entity status across the company. The system now coordinates AI tools and resources studio-wide.
Massive Entertainment reportedly now leads Splinter Cell, Ghost Recon, and The Division at Ubisoft. The studio takes over from other internal teams on the three live-service and reboot projects.
Jagex has revealed RuneScape 4 is in development in Unreal Engine. The project grew out of work on a canceled Dragonwilds DLC.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director reportedly fought to keep a physical edition in the plans. The effort came after Square Enix shifted focus toward digital distribution for the title.
Amazon Prime Day and the full Prime Big Deal Days schedule have been mapped out with exact upcoming dates. The breakdown covers timing for the next major sales events.
Fallout: New York appeared online briefly before ZeniMax took the site down. No further details on the project have surfaced.
Sony is reportedly in talks to acquire a Battlefield film from Christopher McQuarrie, with Michael B. Jordan producing and potentially starring.
Gray Zone Warfare's CEO addressed cheaters with a direct claim: "We Can Find These People.
Riot Games partnered with Insight Editions to release Headliners, a collector's book on League of Legends virtual music acts.