Xbox surveys users on making Fallout, Elder Scrolls, and Minecraft console exclusives
The survey, which excludes Call of Duty, signals Microsoft may be reconsidering its multiplatform strategy for major franchises.
Polygon · +14 outlets
Ubisoft to close Trials studio RedLynx and lay off staff at Black Flag remake team in Singapore
The restructuring follows the success of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced and marks another round of cuts across Ubisoft's studios.
Eurogamer · +14 outlets
GTA 6 leaker says leaks are ending and cites a 'dead man's switch' against Take-Two
The Cyberleek leaks have dominated GTA 6 news for weeks and now appear to be concluding ahead of the game's November 19 release.
Pcgamer · +10 outlets
Bloomberg report details GTA 6's scope, delays, and NPC workload behind the years-long wait
Rockstar says the game could have shipped sooner but was expanded, and it pledges a shorter wait for its next title.
Gamespot · +3 outlets
Epic rebuilds Easy Anti-Cheat to bring Fortnite to Linux
The change could finally open multiplayer anti-cheat-protected games to Linux and Steam Deck users.
Pcgamer · +14 outlets
Epic launches 'vibe coded' new Epic Games Store launcher, says it is faster than Steam
The AI-built client preview lands amid wider scrutiny of Epic's aggressive AI-first development push.
Pcgamer · +14 outlets
Epic's AI-first development pivot draws criticism and delays a Marvel and Star Wars shooter
Tim Sweeney's stated shift toward AI-driven production has raised concerns about its impact on development and staff.
Pushsquare · +5 outlets
Kotaro Uchikoshi launches studio CRASH KEYS after his next game was canceled
The Zero Escape and AI: The Somnium Files creator moves forward with a new studio after an 18-month project cancellation.
Nintendolife · +12 outlets
Ex-Disco Elysium devs at Summer Eternal reveal RPG Red Rooster and player-owned studio structure
The worker co-operative studio is building a non-profit model it calls a voice for players and developers.
Rockpapershotgun · +5 outlets
Xbox announces smaller, cheaper Nano Controller for gaming on the go
The compact controller drops AA batteries and targets portable and budget-conscious players.
Polygon · +14 outlets
Ocarina of Time Switch 2 remake previews praise streamlined controls and modern improvements
Hands-on impressions ahead of the November 5 release highlight quality-of-life changes to the N64 classic.
Kotaku · +3 outlets
Funcom to lay off staff as it focuses solely on Conan Exiles and Dune: Awakening
The Norwegian developer is restructuring around live operations for its two surviving titles.
Gamesindustry · +5 outlets
Total War: Shogun 2 Complete Edition faces backlash over bugs and alleged AI-upscaled art
Steam reviews accuse Creative Assembly's remaster of running and looking worse than the original.
Polygon · +3 outlets
PlayStation Plus October 2026 lineup confirmed, includes Mafia: The Old Country and Dino Crisis 2
Sony's Extra and Premium catalog adds new and classic titles, with the PS1 Dino Crisis 2 arriving without Trophies.
Polygon · +14 outlets
Jeff Kaplan says his Overwatch departure was 'clinical' and he does not follow the game
The former Overwatch director, now an indie developer, reflects on leaving Blizzard after nearly 20 years.
Gamespot · +3 outlets
Uchikoshi's Zero Escape work: Rockstar co-founder Dan Houser blames himself for Max Payne 3
Houser said a large part of the game's disappointing reception was his own responsibility.
Eurogamer
Nvidia's DLSS 5 update in Hogwarts Legacy avoids altering character faces
The smaller-footprint DLSS 5 release responds to PC gamers' complaints about AI-generated character changes.
Pcgamer · +1 outlets
S&box to go free-to-play and adopt human curation, saying 'Netflix for games doesn't work'
Facepunch's Garry's Mod successor is shifting strategy under apologetic messaging to its community.
Gamesindustry · +2 outlets