Game News & Updates
Stay updated with the latest gaming industry news, patches, and releases.
Bungie Admits Marathon Was Too Hard, Reveals Big Changes
Bungie says Marathon flopped at launch because it was too difficult for most players. The studio is now making big changes, including PvE modes and a team deathmatch mode.
Blizzard Bans Offensive WoW Forever Beta Names, Warns Against 'Testing' the System
Blizzard is banning players with offensive character names in the World of Warcraft: Forever beta, and warns that real humans are reviewing every name—so don't test the system.
GTA: San Andreas – The Legacy Review
A look back at GTA: San Andreas, the bestselling game of 2004, and how it pushed open-world design to the limits of the PS2 era.
Insomniac's Marvel Villain Problem: Why Wolverine's Mr. Sinister Falls Flat
Insomniac's Marvel's Wolverine has a shaky launch, scoring 6/10 on IGN. The game repeats a tired trope: hero's friend becomes villain, this time with Mr. Sinister.
Pokémon TCG First Partner Series 3 Back at Amazon for $39.99
Amazon has restocked the Pokémon TCG First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3 for $39.99 ahead of Prime Big Deal Days on October 6. The set completes the 27-Pokémon starter lineup.
Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Knock Out Collection Back at Amazon
The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Knock Out Collection is available at Amazon for $48.42, featuring a foil Eevee promo, a coin, and two booster packs. Restocks are in short waves, so act fast.
How a 60-Second Crash Bandicoot Level Changed Gaming Forever
Crash Bandicoot's Boulders level solved a simple problem—showing the hero's face—and accidentally created the cinematic chase sequence that still powers games today.
Magic: The Gathering The Hobbit Booster Box Gets Big Discount Ahead of Prime Day
Amazon has cut the price of The Hobbit booster boxes to $169.99 ahead of Prime Big Deal Day, saving you $40. Plus, we reveal the most valuable card so far.
Blizzard Dev: WoW Forever Is for Classic Players, Not Retail
A Blizzard world builder says he's making WoW Forever for Classic fans and lapsed players, sparking debate over the game's identity as beta rolls on.
Resident Evil Requiem Hits $500M, But Xbox Sales Are Shockingly Low
Resident Evil Requiem has grossed over $500 million, but new analysis shows only 8.6% of its 8.5 million sales were on Xbox, with PS5 and Steam dominating.
Pokemon Community Rages as Scalpers Exploit Late Fan's Card
Scalpers are inflating prices of a Jirachi card linked to Avery the Poké Kid, a 12-year-old Pokémon fan who died after battling cancer. His family has spoken out, asking sellers to stop.
PlayStation Opens Huge Public Survey, and Physical Disc Fans Are Speaking Up
Sony has launched a public PlayStation survey covering everything from exclusives to hardware, and players are using its open text boxes to protest the 2028 end of physical disc production.
PS Physical Discs Might Survive After All, Says Nippon Ichi CEO
Nippon Ichi Software is in active talks with Sony over its plan to end physical PS game discs by 2028, and the policy could reportedly be adjusted.
Sony's Astro Bot Gets an Adorable LEGO Set, But There's a Catch
A 276-piece Astro Bot LEGO figure is coming as a free gift with the LEGO PS1 set, and fans are already begging for a standalone release.
Tides of Annihilation Lands Golden Joystick Nomination, Faces God of War Showdown
Eclipse Glow Games' knightly action-adventure Tides of Annihilation has been nominated for Most Wanted Game at the 2026 Golden Joystick Awards, and the studio is rallying fans to vote before October 23.
Witcher 3 Remastered File Sizes Revealed: Switch 2 Version Is Biggest
CDPR's community director has shared the download sizes for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered across all platforms, with the Switch 2 version weighing in at around 50GB.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Platinum Trophy Will Be Easier Than Rebirth's
Director Naoki Hamaguchi says the Platinum trophy for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will be easier to earn, with about 20% of players expected to get it, compared to Rebirth's 2.6%.
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Free Trial Hits Switch Online
Nintendo Switch Online members can play Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown for free from September 24-30, 2026, and grab it at 70% off. IGN's checklists are also free during that window.
GTA 6 Fans 3D Print $400 Collector's Edition Items
GTA 6 fans are 3D printing items from the $400 collector's edition, which doesn't include the game. The move sparks debate over rarity and value.
EA Sports FC 27 Review: Great Tactics, Frustrating Grounds
FC 27's expanded Tactics system is a genuine win, but The Grounds open world, stiff cutscenes, and server issues drag the experience down.
Silent Hill Games in Order: Your Guide to the Fog
Wondering how to play Silent Hill games in order? We break down the release and timeline order, plus where to start, from the 1999 original to Silent Hill f.
Castlevania Turns 40: Free NES Classic and Big Retro Sale
Konami marks Castlevania's 40th anniversary with the original NES game free on mobile for a month, plus retro discounts on PlayStation and Steam.
Fire Emblem Fortune's Weave: How to Recruit Goliath
Need Goliath on your team in Fire Emblem Fortune's Weave? Here's where to find the Giants' Meat you need to recruit him.
Fire Emblem Fortune's Weave: Missing Master Quest Guide
Stuck on the Missing Master quest in Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave? Here's how to find the Master's location and claim your rewards.