Game Releases

Kingdom Come: Deliverance director Daniel Vavra says DLSS 5’s neural rendering restores the sequel’s intended lighting, shadows, and facial detail without altering its underlying geometry. Critics argue the technology can overpolish visuals, while unofficial tests rely on a leaked build because the game isn't officially supported yet.

Sekiro: No Defeat director Kenichi Kutsuna criticized producer ARCH for releasing a trailer that reveals Wolf’s pivotal fight with Genichiro without his approval. The anime is receiving a limited three-week theatrical run in Japan before its global Crunchyroll debut, which has yet to be dated.

SPRAWL zero launched on September 8 and is off to a pretty strong start on Steam. The fast-paced retro shooter currently holds 94% positive reviews and has climbed to No. 4 among popular new releases. It is also 20% off at launch.

THQ Nordic Mobile launches Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed for iOS and Android on September 16, 2026, with touch controls, Wasteland exploration, and a $15.99 price.

Smilegate confirms NPIXEL's MMOLite MMORPG Eclipse: The Awakening officially launches in South Korea on September 10, 2026, with global release details unannounced.

Koei Tecmo announces Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories for Feb 25, 2027. Discover Karia's style changes, synthesis, and Switch 2 features.

Nintendo and Columbia Pictures unveiled the title card for the live-action The Legend of Zelda movie, confirming an original story inspired by the franchise’s 40-year history and an April 30, 2027 release date. The teaser’s lack of footage disappointed fans expecting a full trailer, with Nintendo directing audiences to its Nintendo Today app for future updates.

An Iowa federal judge dismissed Kyle Owens’s $341,000 antitrust lawsuit against Nintendo and The Pokémon Company, ruling that background checks for Pokémon Professor volunteers were reasonable and did not restrain competition. The court also dismissed Owens’s three other pro se cases and warned that further frivolous filings could lead to sanctions.

Onimusha: The way of the Sword, the latest title in Capcom's swordplay action game, is reported to have sold over 1 million units on launch day. The game, which is the first new title in the series in over 20 years, has also increased the total sales of the franchise to over 10 million units.

With 92% positive reviews, Veterum is off to a strong start on Steam. The tactical fantasy RPG is winning players over primarily with its deep combat system, where even weather and lighting conditions play a role.

Wright Flyer Studios and Studio Prisma detail Another Eden Begins, a gacha-free remake of the mobile RPG launching September 17, 2026, on Switch 2, Switch, and PC.

Square Enix confirmed Final Fantasy VII: Revelation launches April 8, 2027, with a pilotable Highwind, FITS job-based combat system, and playable Cid and Vincent.

Edmund McMillen's Mewgenics launches on PS5, Xbox Series X, and Switch 2. Discover the tactical grid combat, cat genetics simulation, and Nicalis console features.

Iron Gate releases Valheim Version 1.0 on September 9, 2026. Discover the Deep North biome, tame rideable Moose, craft Bloodgold gear, and play on PS5 & Switch 2.

The unlock times for when gamers can begin the saga of Lucia and Jason are coming into focus. According to the PlayStation Store, most players should anticipate a midnight launch on the GTA 6 release date. As a result, Xbox pre-order buyers could potentially use a region-switch trick to play first.

HoYoverse confirms the Genshin Impact Version 7.1 livestream for Sept 12, 2026. Discover the 6th anniversary rewards, 5-star selector, and new Snezhnaya banners.

Three monkeys, one ticking bomb and nearly impossible communication: BOMBANANA! is emerging as a new co-op hit on Steam with 96% positive reviews.

Version 4.8 of Persona 5: The Phantom X adds Phantom Idol Kumi "Blitz" Katayama, the Tour de Force Sports Fest event, and a mailbox mark/favorite feature on iOS, Android, and PC.

HoYoverse releases Zenless Zone Zero Version 3.2 on September 9, 2026. Discover the new Armorer class, Claret banner, Vyrium story, and all the main update details.

Former Rockstar North technical director Obbe Vermeij says developers spent the final two weeks before GTA III through GTA IV went gold playing each game from start to finish to identify lingering bugs. It remains unclear whether Rockstar still follows the tradition as Grand Theft Auto VI approaches its November 19, 2026 release.

Cubic Games releases Pixel Gun 2 on iOS and Android on September 7, 2026. Discover all destructible voxel arenas, loadout perks, and cross-platform PC progression.

GTA VI's Netflix-paywalled trailer, EA's $55B go-private buyout, Marvel's Wolverine backlash, Elden Ring hitting Switch 2, free Witcher 3 expansions, a leaked DLSS 5, Valve's Steam Frame, and a wild month for fighting games. August 2026 had it all, and we're breaking it down in one massive recap.

Nvidia has confirmed that DLSS 5 will eventually support RTX 40-series GPUs, though it hasn't announced a release date, as optimization remains focused on the RTX 50 series. The compute-intensive neural rendering technology enhances lighting, shadows, and facial detail, delivering improved visual fidelity at a significant performance cost.

The nearly 20-year-old Half-Life 2 parody Kayf-Life is making its Steam debut as an extensive Complete Edition – and has landed straight at No. 1 in the “Trending Free” category with 94% positive reviews.

Naughty Dog's studio head, Neil Druckmann, has revealed that there's more planned for The Last of Us. While no specifics were revealed, there are multiple projects, which means it might not be just be a new game.

The newly released Rogue Blight combines Soulslike combat with a card-based structure inspired by Slay the Spire – and has launched to 96% positive Steam reviews.

Sucker Punch reveals Ghost of Yōtei: Echoes of Sekigahara gameplay. Discover the dual-katana combat, Mount Yōtei setting, and October 1, 2026 release date.

Capcom's Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance expansion adds the Skybound Eyrie, new Elder Dragon Gundoraja, and the Boost Bracer. Launches 2027 on PS5, Xbox, and PC.

Tripwire Interactive announces Maneater 2 on Unreal Engine 5. Discover the 2027 release window, Neptune's Kingdom theme park setting, and launch platform details.

GTA VI reportedly introduces a five-tier criminal profile system that tracks Jason and Lucia separately, with the lowest honor state becoming permanent once reached. Rockstar says the mechanic expands player choice without restricting the series’ signature freedom, though its impact on the story remains unclear.

Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris arrives on iOS and Android on September 8, 2026. Here are the try-before-you-buy pricing, 4-player co-op, and device details.

Kingdom Rush 6: Genesis TD launches September 24 on iOS, Android, and Steam. This prequel sends players back to stop a young Vez'nan, with 15 towers, 12 heroes, 9 spells, and 18 campaign stages.

Transformers: Eternal War launches September 15, 2026 on iOS and Android, with an original Simon Furman story pitting Autobots and Decepticons against the Chaos Legion.

IllFonic and Gun Interactive reveal Halloween: The Game's September 8 release schedule, Digital Deluxe early access, pricing, and 1v4 asymmetrical multiplayer mechanics.

Capcom has scheduled a 40-minute Capcom Spotlight broadcast for September 16, 2026, at Tokyo Game Show 2026, expected to feature Resident Evil Veronica plus more.

The man who spent five years building Saudi Arabia's gaming empire is stepping aside right as its biggest purchase yet closes. The move is interesting considering its timing and broader context, as Turqi Alnowaiser, deputy governor of Saudi Arabia's PIF, takes over.

Cozy co-op puzzle game The Missing Tail is officially announced for Steam. Here are the dual-cat gameplay details, Remote Play support, and playtest info.

Six months after the "AI slop" jokes, it turns out the demo that sparked all the outrage was Nvidia showing off the setting cranked to eleven, even as performance concerns persist for DLSS5.

Gameforge and Nordic Trolls open a worldwide Steam playtest for survival-adventure Under a Rock during the PVE Survival Crafting Fest. Here is how to request access.

GTA V actor Ned Luke praised GTA VI’s improved graphics and lifelike pedestrian animations, rejecting comparisons to Rockstar’s previous games. Although Luke’s comments draw on his extensive performance-capture experience, neither Rockstar nor the actor has confirmed a cameo or production role in the sequel.

PlayStation reveals Marvel's Wolverine will require 79.36 GB on PS5. Here are the latest pre-load details, day-one patch numbers, and performance targets.

The Blood of Dawnwalker launches on September 3 and is already one of the most talked-about RPGs of the year ahead of release. The game currently holds a Metascore of 84, but behind this fairly strong average lies an interesting picture: While some reviewers consider the vampire RPG one of the best genre entries in recent years, others have been considerably more critical.

Take-Two says its investigation into the GTA 6 leaker known as “CyberLeek” is “evolving rapidly” as it seeks a second, sealed subpoena for Discord. The publisher has withdrawn its YouTube subpoena request, suggesting its search has narrowed as new evidence emerges.

Playground Games says the Fable reboot will offer 30–40 hours of quests and open-world content, while its life-simulation systems could extend playtime indefinitely. The RPG launches February 23, 2027, for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation 5, with Premium Edition early access beginning February 18.

Sony will air two State of Play presentations on September 3, featuring updates from PlayStation Studios, third-party partners, and developers across Japan and Asia. The broadcasts will include an extended look at Final Fantasy VII Revelation, while appearances by Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet and Marvel’s Wolverine remain speculative.

Cheat makers, beware: Activision now has a camera crew in tow to disrupt operations. The company also claims it has disrupted as many as 375 reseller operations to date.

Pawprint Studio has confirmed Aniimo's September 16, 2026 launch on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with the free-to-play creature-catching RPG arriving on mobile a week later, on September 23.

Capcom releases an expanded Onimusha: Way of the Sword demo featuring the Sasaki Ganryu boss duel and save carryover unlocks ahead of its September 4 launch.

HoYoverse revealed Zenless Zone Zero Version 3.2 "Their Secret Histories," debuting S-Rank Agents Claret and Roxy alongside free outfits and new story quests.

CD Projekt Red joint CEO Michal Nowakowski has confirmed that The Witcher 4 will ship in a physical box with collectible extras, even if Sony’s decision to end disc production for new PlayStation games in January 2028 leaves the package without a disc. The studio is targeting a 2028 launch, and the game is already running on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X and S.