by Vicky Stewart-Ferguson Despite showcasing 30 minutes of gorgeous, fully in‑engine gameplay, Playground Games has officially pushed Fable out of its 2026 window and into February 2027. The studio says the extra time is needed to hit the level of polish and world‑building ambition fans expect from a modern Fable revival. With the scale they’re aiming for — branching choices, reactive storytelling, and that signature Albion charm — the delay feels like a move to slow the prov

by L.W. Barker 1. Nintendo announced a hardware price increase, and original Switch sales in Japan fell 87% week over week as buyers adjusted. Europe will also receive a revised Switch 2 model with a user-replaceable battery to meet updated regional sustainability rules. 2. Valve reaffirmed its hardware plans, confirming that both the Steam Machine and Steam Frame remain on track to ship by the end of summer 2026. 3. New Xbox CEO Asha Sharma drew attention by dropping integra

by Ann Marie Barker Sony’s June 2, State of Play 2026 showcase set the tone for its upcoming lineup. Major reveals included God of War: Laufey, which stars Kratos’ wife Faye, and an extended gameplay showcase for Marvel’s Wolverine, which launches on September 15. The event also spotlighted Rayman Legends Retold, Until Dawn 2, Silent Hill: Townfall, and Control: Resonant. Geoff Keighley’s Summer Game Fest begins today, June 5, at 2 p.m. PT / 5 p.m. ET. Rumors suggest a Reside

by Misty White and Vicky Stewart-Ferguson Guardians… this is the moment we all knew would come, but not like this. Multiple reports now confirm that Bungie is ending active development on Destiny 2, delivering one last major update on June 9th before shifting the studio’s full power toward their extraction shooter Marathon. Yep! Destiny 2 — the game that carried an entire generation of looter shooter fans — is finally being put to rest. June 9th is shaping up to be the final

Image credit: Activision by L.W. and Ann Marie Barker Activision has confirmed that Call of Duty 2026 is Modern Warfare 4 (MW4). Set on the Korean Peninsula, the game is also planned for Nintendo Switch 2—marking the franchise’s first Nintendo release in more than a decade! The cover art features the familiar spec-ops squad, with the Korean character “사” — meaning four — woven into the logo. The campaign spans both South and North Korea. In the campaign, players switch betwee

by Misty White and Vicky Stewart-Ferguson A fresh spark just lit up the Canadian dev scene. A group of seasoned developers from Mass Effect, Dragon Age, and The Long Dark have banded together to form a brand-new indie outfit called Studio Reset — and the pedigree behind this team is serious. These aren’t just any ex BioWare devs. We’re talking about creators who helped shape the emotional storytelling and character depth of Mass Effect, the world building and narrative craft

by L.W. and Ann Marie Barker The GTA 6 news cycle just dropped another combo of clarity and chaos — so here’s our clean breakdown. Take Two CEO Strauss Zelnick confirmed that Grand Theft Auto VI is running roughly 18 months behind its original internal schedule. Despite that, Rockstar is still locked in on its current release window. Zelnick emphasized that the team is prioritizing creative quality over deadlines, and that the delay isn’t expected to push the launch further o

by Misty White and Vicky Stewart-Ferguson Well… that escalated fast. eBay has officially rejected GameStop’s massive $55.5B takeover offer, calling the proposal “neither credible nor attractive” according to the board’s letter to Ryan Cohen. The board pointed to uncertainty around funding, concerns about GameStop’s governance, and confidence in eBay’s own “standalone prospects” as reasons for shutting it down. Meanwhile, GameStop stock dipped in premarket trading after the ne

by L.W. and Ann Marie Barker Sega is moving away from large-scale, long-term live service “Super Game” plans and focusing instead on new, high-quality titles built around its classic franchises. The strategy favors complete game experiences that bring iconic characters to modern platforms rather than depending primarily on service-based models. The company is scaling back its “Super Game” ambitions, which were centered on creating massive, persistent online titles. Instead, S

by Vicky Stewart-Ferguson The Steam Controller sold out in under 30 minutes on launch day — and Valve has now officially committed to a full restock. Demand massively outpaced expectations, with units disappearing almost instantly across regions. Valve says more batches are already in production, with updated launch windows coming soon. So, for anyone who missed the first wave, the message is simple: More Steam Controllers are on the way. Stay ready!

by L.W. and Ann Marie Barker Xbox’s new leadership team has officially shut down the “Gaming Copilot” AI assistant that was in development for consoles and mobile. The project—once pitched as an Xbox‑specific gameplay helper—has been nixed entirely as the company redirects resources toward other internal initiatives. According to internal messaging, the decision aligns with Xbox’s broader pivot under CEO Asha Sharma, who has repeatedly emphasized a return to hardware‑first pr

by Misty White and Vicky Stewart-Ferguson The wildest corporate power play of 2026 just hit the grid... GameStop — yes, that GameStop, the meme stock legend, the phoenix of retail — has officially offered $55.5 billion to buy eBay outright. The goal? Forge a new super platform to take the fight directly to Amazon! GameStop wants to acquire 100% of eBay at $125 per share, split between cash and GME stock. This is a 20% premium over eBay’s last close and a 46% premium over its

by L.W. and Ann Marie Barker Following the official announcement of Halo: Campaign Evolved—a comprehensive remake of the original Combat Evolved scheduled for release in 2026—reputable industry sources indicate that full campaign remakes of Halo 2 and Halo 3 are also under active development. These initiatives are part of a broader strategy at Halo Studios (formerly known as 343 Industries) to modernize the original trilogy using Unreal Engine 5 while expanding the franchise’

by Misty White and Vicky Stewart-Ferguson Reports have emerged regarding a new 30-day online license verification requirement for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 digital games, following discoveries by preservationists and modders such as Lance McDonald. This requirement is reportedly limited to digital titles purchased after the March 2026 system update. Previously acquired games and physical disc-based titles are not affected. Newly purchased digital games now display a "Va

by L.W. and Ann Marie Barker In a major strategic pivot, on April 23, 2026, newly appointed Xbox CEO Asha Sharma announced that the "Microsoft Gaming" division is being rebranded to simply Xbox. This move is part of a broader "Return of Xbox" initiative aimed at restoring the brand's core gaming identity. The "This is an Xbox" campaign was discontinued because it focused on Xbox as a general platform rather than a dedicated gaming console. Sharma has explicitly ruled out "low

by Misty White and L.W. Barker Industry insiders report that Sony is shifting from its traditional single-console approach to a new three-tier hardware ecosystem for the next generation. Expected to launch in late 2027 or 2028, this lineup will likely feature three different devices aimed at various segments of the market. The strategy reportedly revolves around two chipsets: "Orion" for the high-end flagship model and "Canis" for the more budget-friendly and portable options

by L.W. and Ann Marie Barker Bloomberg is reporting that Epic Games is deep into development on a competitive extraction shooter starring Disney characters, targeting a November 2026 release — and the details are wild. Epic’s new project is described as being “along the lines of Arc Raiders” — think, Fight enemies, navigate large maps, reach an extraction point under pressure. But instead of gritty Tarkov style realism, this one features iconic Disney characters inside a shar

Image credit: Nintendo by Sophie J. Reynolds and Vicky Stewart-Ferguson Nintendo’s second quarter of 2026 is shaping up to be one of its busiest in years. Multiple insider reports — especially from NateTheHate and VGC — point to a coordinated push across Star Fox, Mario, Zelda, and even third party giants like Starfield. The strategy looks like a mix of nostalgia, cross media synergy, and platform expanding partnerships. The Star Fox rumors have gone from whispers to near-cer

by Misty White, and Vicky Stewart-Ferguson The embargo has lifted and the engines are screaming — new hands on previews for Forza Horizon 6 have dropped, and the verdict is unanimous: Playground Games is about to unleash one of the most visually jaw dropping open world racers of this generation. Set across the vibrant streets, mountain passes, and coastal highways of Japan, this entry isn’t just another Horizon festival — it’s a technical flex. And here’s the big twist: It’s

by L.W. and Ann Marie Barker The long‑stalled Metal Gear Solid movie is finally moving again — and this time, the momentum is real. After two decades of false starts, director changes, and abandoned scripts, Sony has officially handed the adaptation to Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein, the duo behind Final Destination: Bloodlines . Hideo Kojima has reportedly given his blessing, marking the strongest sign yet that this project may actually reach the finish line. Lipovsky and S