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The Blood of Dawnwalker Tops 1 Million Sales Within Days of Launch
Rebel Wolves' vampire RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker has surpassed one million copies sold shortly after release, drawing praise for its time-limited quest design and reaching strong concurrent player numbers on Steam.
3 outletsGamesNintendo Set to Host Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct, Expectations Run High
Nintendo will air a 30-minute Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct on Tuesday, Sept. 8, with speculation pointing to an Ocarina of Time remake showcase, a first look at the Zelda movie, and possibly more.
2 outletsGamesDouble Fine Unveils Thank You Bus Driver, First Game Since Splitting From Xbox
Double Fine has announced Thank You Bus Driver, a comedic transit sim where players must keep passengers in line by slapping rule-breakers, marking the studio's first release since regaining independence from Xbox Game Studios.
2 outletsGamesGTA 6: Release Date, Platforms, Price and the Growing PC Speculation
Rockstar's Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to launch November 19, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S|X, with pricing, setting and gameplay details now confirmed following an Extended Look trailer — while speculation grows that a PC version could arrive sooner than the series' usual one-year wait.
1 outletGamesValve Deliberately Leaked Left 4 Dead 2's Cinematic Trailer to Get Around ESRB Restrictions, Former Writer Reveals
Former Valve writer Chet Faliszek says the studio intentionally leaked Left 4 Dead 2's cinematic trailer online after the ESRB refused to allow its official release, part of a broader clash with ratings boards over the game's violence and profanity.
3 outletsGamesFable Reboot Ditched NPC Randomizer Tool to Keep Albion's 1,000 Characters Believable
Playground Games scrapped an early tool that would have randomized traits for Fable's 1,000 NPCs after finding the results—like vegan butchers or pacifist weaponsmiths—didn't make sense, opting instead to hand-craft every character.
1 outletGamesBioWare Vet Says Studio Doesn't Need Outside Help on Next Mass Effect—But Executives Are the Wildcard
Armando Troisi, a cinematic designer on the original Mass Effect trilogy, says BioWare's remaining veteran staff already have what they need to make the next Mass Effect game. Coverage of his comments also raises concerns about EA's ownership and management, including a new $55 billion buyout involving Saudi Arabian and Jared Kushner investment.
2 outletsGamesThe Blood of Dawnwalker: A Vampire RPG Draws Comparisons, Mods, and Deep Dives Across Gaming Outlets
Rebel Wolves' new vampire RPG, from developers who previously worked on The Witcher 3, has prompted a wave of coverage—from satirical takes and modding trends to detailed ending guides, romance walkthroughs, and a running community readthrough.
4 outletsGamesDLSS 5 Debuts With NBA 2K27 — and Already Finds Its Way to AMD GPUs
Nvidia's controversial DLSS 5 image tech has launched officially with NBA 2K27, appearing under the more low-key name 'DLSS Neural Rendering.' Reviewers report striking visual gains but heavy performance costs, and modders have already gotten a version running — barely — on AMD Radeon cards.
3 outletsGamesKamiya Talks Scalebound Revival, Then Threatens to Sue Fans Over Funding Rumors
Hideki Kamiya says he'd love to bring back the canceled Xbox project Scalebound, but he's also been sparring online with users who accuse him of diverting its budget to fund Bayonetta 2.
3 outletsGamesRockstar Censors GTA 6 Extended Trailer on China's Bilibili Platform
Rockstar Games uploaded a blurred version of its GTA 6 extended gameplay trailer to the Chinese platform Bilibili, covering scenes of dancing, smoking, blood and underwear, even though an uncensored version remains available elsewhere, including on Rockstar's own website in China.
2 outletsGamesGTA 6 Preview Details Refueling, Sleep Tracking, and Driving Physics
New details from a Rockstar-overseen preview reveal how Grand Theft Auto 6 handles vehicle refueling, character health simulation, and driving physics, according to YouTuber TGG and comments from co-studio head Rob Nelson.
2 outletsGamesPolygon Guides Detail Onimusha: Way of the Sword's Sword Skins, Puzzles, and Hidden Treasures
A set of Polygon guides lays out how to unlock cosmetic sword skins, solve a mask puzzle in Nijo-jo Castle, hunt flying Kubi Akari enemies, and find hidden treasure chests in Onimusha: Way of the Sword.
2 outletsGamesDLSS 5 Launches in NBA 2K27 as Modders Rush to Unlock It on Older Nvidia Cards and Even AMD GPUs
Nvidia's DLSS 5 neural rendering tech has officially launched in NBA 2K27, exclusive to RTX 50-series GPUs for now. But modders have already ported it to RTX 40, 30, and 20-series cards — and even AMD's RDNA 4 GPUs — pressuring Nvidia to promise RTX 40-series support, while separate mods are unlocking Multi-Frame Generation on older Nvidia hardware too.
4 outletsGamesCDPR Says The Witcher 4 Won't Look Like a 'Generic' UE5 Game, While Witcher 1 Remake Waits on Its Tech
CD Projekt Red co-CEO Michał Nowakowski addresses concerns that The Witcher 4's switch to Unreal Engine 5 could make it blend in with other UE5 titles, while the studio confirms The Witcher 1 Remake has been sidelined as development resources focus on The Witcher 4 and a new Witcher 3 expansion.
1 outletGamesNintendo Sets Two Back-to-Back Directs, Including a Zelda 40th Anniversary Showcase
Nintendo has confirmed a dedicated Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct on September 8, followed by a general Nintendo Direct on September 9 focused on winter Switch 2 titles, with a Nintendo Treehouse: Live stream to follow.
5 outletsGamesPreviews Paint Mixed but Intrigued Picture of Mass Effect Successor Exodus
Four outlets got early hands-on time with Archetype Entertainment's sci-fi RPG Exodus, from veterans of the Mass Effect trilogy. Reactions ranged from cautious excitement to skepticism about writing, with zero-gravity combat and a time-dilation-based choice system standing out as talking points.
5 outletsGamesOpenAI Launches GPT-6 Astra, Touting 'AGI Era' Capabilities Amid Safety Concerns Over Hidden Reasoning
OpenAI's newest model, GPT-6 Astra, posts sweeping benchmark gains and can operate computers like a human, prompting president Greg Brockman to declare the start of the 'AGI era.' But AI safety researchers are raising alarms over a new reasoning technique that makes the model's thought process harder to monitor.
3 outletsGamesFinal Fantasy 7 Revelation Gets April 2027 Release Date, Simultaneous Launch Across All Platforms
Square Enix used Sony's State of Play to confirm that Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, the closing chapter of the FF7 Remake trilogy, will launch April 8, 2027, on PS5, Switch 2, Xbox Series X/S and PC at once, alongside new gameplay details, a physical edition with a caveat, and a surprise demo for Final Fantasy Resonance.
4 outletsGamesFinal Fantasy 7 Revelation Set for April 8, 2027, With Sephiroth and Vincent Story DLC to Follow
Square Enix confirmed during a PlayStation State of Play that Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will launch April 8, 2027, and revealed a two-part Story Expansion Pass focused on Sephiroth and Vincent Valentine, extending the remake trilogy's story beyond the base game.
4 outletsGamesFinal Fantasy 7 Revelation: Editions, Pricing, and Physical Release Details Explained
Square Enix has revealed a wide range of purchasing options for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, from a discounted trilogy bundle to a $350 Collector's Edition with a Cloud, Zack, and Sephiroth statue — along with a notable change to how the physical release works.
4 outletsGamesMiyazaki Addresses Long-Running 'Foot Fetish' Rumor in New Interview
FromSoftware president Hidetaka Miyazaki discussed recurring hand and foot imagery in his games during an interview with The Guardian, saying he's not sure where the online rumor about his supposed preoccupation with feet originated.
3 outletsGamesStarCraft Teasers Mount Ahead of BlizzCon as Fans Speculate on New Game
A glitching official site, a mysterious gap in the BlizzCon schedule, and reports of a Nexon deal have fueled speculation that Blizzard is preparing a major StarCraft announcement — though it's unclear whether it will be StarCraft 3 or a shooter spinoff.
3 outletsGamesThe Blood of Dawnwalker: What Players Need to Know About Romance, Weapons, Perks and Time Mechanics
A roundup of guidance on The Blood of Dawnwalker covers its three romanceable characters, the game's standout legendary sword, its three perk trees, and the day-night time system that governs the 30-day main quest.
1 outletGamesBlood of Dawnwalker: A Guide Roundup on Early Choices, Quests and Systems
PC Gamer has published a series of guides covering Rebel Wolves' Blood of Dawnwalker, detailing early moral choices, faction quests, combat systems and item locations, including how to sell silver contraband, whether to force-feed Coen's mother, and how to join the Manumits.
1 outletGamesBlood of Dawnwalker: Guides Break Down Key Choices, Romances and Quest Walkthroughs
PC Gamer has published a series of guides covering pivotal decisions, romance paths, ability locations and quest walkthroughs in Rebel Wolves' vampire RPG Blood of Dawnwalker.
1 outletGamesThe Blood of Dawnwalker: A Guide Roundup on Quests, Systems, and Early Strategy
Polygon has published a series of guides covering The Blood of Dawnwalker's early game, including major quest walkthroughs, the game's time and corruption systems, the court/infamy mechanic, and general beginner tips for navigating Vale Sangora.
1 outletGamesGuides Detail Time-Limited Prologue Choices and Key Quest Consequences in The Blood of Dawnwalker
Two Polygon guides outline how The Blood of Dawnwalker's prologue forces players to choose among 13 time-limited quests before mass, and how a later quest, "Stronger Than Achilles," presents a pivotal decision involving Anca, Coen, and the Font of Life.
1 outletGamesGuides Break Down Early Choices and Structure in The Blood of Dawnwalker
A series of guides from GamesRadar+ maps out how The Blood of Dawnwalker's opening hours, branching quests and time-based systems shape the early game, from the village of Laslea to the 30-day countdown that follows.
1 outletGamesResident Evil 2 Director Hideki Kamiya Says Capcom's Recent Games Are Too Scary, Wants a Non-Horror Mode
Hideki Kamiya, director of the original Resident Evil 2, says he wishes Capcom would tone down the horror in its recent games, including Resident Evil Requiem, and has proposed a non-scary mode for players like himself who can't handle fright.
3 outletsGamesMario Kart 8 Deluxe Gets Surprise Switch 2 Update With 8-Player Split-Screen
Nintendo has released a free Switch 2 update for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, adding eight-player split-screen, sharper visuals, faster load times, and other tweaks — while Mario Kart World remains comparatively quiet.
4 outletsGamesRockstar Unveils Invite-Only Nopixel V Beta as Next Step for GTA Online Roleplay Community
Rockstar Games has announced a closed beta for Nopixel V (also referred to as nopixel 5), a new version of the popular GTA Online roleplaying server developed in partnership with Nopixel Studios. The beta launches September 8 but will only be accessible to invited streamers, with most fans limited to watching via livestream.
3 outletsGamesThe Blood of Dawnwalker Reviews Arrive With 83 Metacritic Score, Creative Director Calls Response 'A Great Relief'
Review embargo lifts for Rebel Wolves' vampire RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker, landing at an 83 Metacritic score. Creative director Mateusz Tomaszkiewicz says the largely positive reception is a relief, as former CD Projekt colleagues offer congratulations.
2 outletsGamesStar Wars: Zero Company Blends XCOM-Style Tactics With a Grounded, Economic Take on the Galaxy
Bit Reactor and EA's new tactics game, reportedly once pitched as part of the Titanfall universe, is drawing praise for its mercenary-focused storytelling and permadeath system, even as some players take issue with its alien character designs.
4 outletsGamesGTA 6's Netflix Exclusive Reveal Became the Streamer's Most-Watched Title for the Week
Rockstar's decision to give Netflix a brief exclusivity window for its extended GTA 6 look paid off, with the platform reporting 31.1 million views and a No. 1 spot on its weekly Top 10 chart.
3 outletsGamesStar Wars Zero Company: How Bit Reactor's 'ZCOM' Blends XCOM-Style Tactics With Star Wars Storytelling
Coverage from PC Gamer, Polygon, and GamesRadar+ digs into Star Wars Zero Company, the new turn-based tactics game from Bit Reactor that pairs XCOM-inspired combat with a Clone Wars-era story, customizable menus, and a memorable guest appearance from Anakin Skywalker.
3 outletsGamesThe Long Dark Sequel Blackfrost Delayed as Hinterland Refocuses on Survival Mode
Hinterland says Blackfrost hasn't been cancelled, but the studio is shifting some developers back to The Long Dark's survival mode with new DLC, citing an uncertain games industry. No layoffs have occurred, but the sequel's early access launch has reportedly been pushed to next year.
2 outletsGamesMetro 2039: 4A Games Confirms Return of Karma System and Ammo-as-Currency, But With a Darker Moral Framework
4A Games executive producer Jon Bloch details changes coming to Metro 2039, including a reworked hidden karma system and the return of military-grade ammunition as in-game currency, as the series returns to the Metro under the rule of a new fascist faction.
1 outletGamesGTA 6: 80-Hour Playthroughs, 30 FPS on Consoles, and a Leaker's Quiet Cash-Out
As Grand Theft Auto VI approaches its November 19 launch, new details are emerging about the game's scale and technical performance, while the saga of a mysterious leaker who profited from a memecoin tied to unauthorized gameplay clips has come to an apparent close.
2 outletsGamesGTA 6's Netflix Extended Look Breaks Streaming Records as Rockstar Confirms November Release and New Details
Rockstar Games and Netflix's extended gameplay reveal for Grand Theft Auto 6 drew record viewership, prompted developer reassurances about the November launch, and revealed new details on the game's two-protagonist structure, soundtrack, and satire approach — while the future of GTA Online remains unclear.
6 outletsGamesSquadron 42 Delayed to 2027, Studio Cites Fear of Being Overshadowed by GTA 6
Cloud Imperium Games has pushed the release of its long-awaited single-player title Squadron 42 to Q2 2027, with studio head Chris Roberts saying he didn't want the game competing for attention against GTA 6's launch buzz.
2 outletsGamesPersona 4 Revival: New Voice Cast Confirmed, No Yosuke Romance Option
Atlus producer Kazuhisa Wada explains why Persona 4 Revival is recasting its entire English voice cast and why a long-requested Yosuke romance option won't be making the cut, despite the team discussing it internally.
3 outletsGamesEA Confirms Leaked Iron Man Footage Is Real, Says 'That Didn't Go As Planned'
After roughly two and a half minutes of work-in-progress Iron Man gameplay surfaced online, EA broke its silence, confirming the footage is genuine and promising more news 'when we're ready.'
3 outletsGamesRockstar's GTA 6 Gameplay Reveal Shows Series' Evolution and First Confirmed Returning Character
Rockstar Games unveiled a nearly 30-minute gameplay trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6 on Thursday, prompting comparisons to past GTA titles and confirming the game's first character carried over from GTA Online.
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1 outletGamesLeaked Footage of EA Motive's Iron Man Game Confirmed as Real
A roughly two-and-a-half-minute clip claiming to show an early build of EA Motive's long-quiet Iron Man game spread online this week, and EA has since confirmed the footage is genuine, though the game remains far from finished and without a release date.
6 outletsGamesGTA 6 Confirmed to Run at 30 FPS on PS5, With Map Far Larger Than GTA 5
Following Rockstar's Netflix gameplay reveal, developers reportedly confirmed to content creators that Grand Theft Auto 6 runs at 30 FPS on a base PS5, with an uncertain future for a 60 FPS mode. Separately, Rockstar disclosed the game's map will dwarf GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2 in scale.
2 outletsGamesGTA 6's Netflix Gameplay Reveal Breaks Streaming Charts and Ignites Fan Scrutiny
Rockstar's 26-minute 'Extended Look' at Grand Theft Auto 6, which debuted on Netflix, quickly became the platform's top movie and drove a reported viewership spike, while fans and outlets combed the PS5 footage for hidden details ahead of the game's November 19 release.
3 outletsGamesGTA 6's Extended Look Ignites Hype, PS5 Pro Shortage, and Fan Debates
Rockstar's 26-minute Grand Theft Auto 6 Extended Look, released via a timed Netflix exclusive, drew mostly positive reactions but also sparked debates over the UI, protagonist Jason, and a sudden PS5 Pro stock shortage.
4 outletsGamesGTA 6 Extended Look Reveals Major Car-Theft Overhaul and Other Gameplay Changes
A newly released Netflix extended look and accompanying hands-off previews of Grand Theft Auto 6 detail sweeping changes to car theft, the Wanted system, combat, side activities and more, alongside new soundtrack details and questions about the game's frame rate.
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