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NewsThe old joke about downloading more RAM has found an unexpected sequel. Valve released the SteamOS 0.4.3 Beta update for Steam Frame, and it can increase the headset's battery life by up to 12% without changing the battery.
NewsBuying a gaming PC with an RTX 5090 at some Micro Center locations has started to feel a little like crossing a border. Customers are reportedly being asked to sign a declaration stating that they do not plan to export the graphics card, while also providing identification.
NewsA major Valorant Champions tournament in Shanghai ran into a problem the organizers probably never expected to include in their technical checklist. Custom metal desks began interfering with wireless gaming mice.
NewsSteam Frame has a feature that Valve never exactly hid, but certainly did not make the centerpiece of its marketing. The headset uses four monochrome cameras and infrared illuminators for tracking and passthrough in dark environments.
NewsUbisoft is seriously expanding its use of generative AI and apparently decided to give the initiative the most ominous name possible. According to Insider Gaming, Motherbrain is now treated internally as a global entity designed to bring GenAI into as many of the publisher's games as possible.
NewsActivision is reportedly rethinking its plans for Halo. Instead of pursuing two parallel projects, with separate multiplayer and campaign games, the company is said to be considering a full franchise reboot. According to insider reports, this would go beyond a soft reset and could include a new version of Master Chief's origin story.
NewsSony has brought AI upscaling to the standard PS5. Quick Spectral Super Resolution, or QSSR, has arrived through patches for Marvel's Wolverine and Ghost of Yōtei. It is a significant upgrade for owners of the base console, giving them access to image-quality improvements that had previously been associated with PS5 Pro.
NewsValve has launched the massive City Never Sleeps update for Deadlock, and Rat King is the first new hero to arrive. Players chose him through a community vote, and he is already available in matches.
NewsGears of War: E-Day has impressed critics with an 88 Metacritic score, making it The Coalition's highest-rated entry in the series in 15 years. Behind those strong reviews, however, the atmosphere at the studio is tense. Developers fear layoffs, while their bonuses depend on whether they are still employed when payouts are made at the end of October.
NewsEuropean ratings board PEGI briefly published a detailed breakdown of GTA VI's adult content before removing the page from its website. The leak revealed mechanics Rockstar has never shown in its trailers.
NewsOctober is the perfect time for cooler weather and creepy stories. Last night, 28 Games Later: A Horror Game Showcase - October 2026 went live.
NewsSony has revealed the PlayStation Plus Essential games for October. The lineup includes F1 25, Hunt: Showdown 1896, and Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2. The first two are available only on PS5, while the latter can also be claimed on PS4.
NewsDressmaker has become an unexpected Steam hit. It's a surprisingly serious dressmaking simulator where you choose fabric, create patterns, cut the material, and sew garments together. The game launched on September 21 and has already earned an Overwhelmingly Positive rating, with around 97–98% of users happy with their purchase.
NewsPearl Abyss has delayed the release of Crimson Desert's major Charting the Unknown expansion. The DLC was originally scheduled for October 15, but players will now return to Pywel on October 29.
NewsMicrosoft has opened up Disc-to-Digital licensing to all Xbox users after testing the feature with Insiders. All you need to do is insert a supported Xbox One or Xbox Series X disc into a console with an optical drive, and the game receives a digital license and appears in your library. Where supported, you can also play it through Xbox Cloud Gaming and Xbox Play Anywhere.
NewsEuropean consumer protection authorities have launched coordinated investigations into nine video game companies. The list includes Mojang, Riot Games, Ubisoft, Supercell, Crytek, King, and others, while the games affected include Minecraft, Valorant, Clash of Clans, Candy Crush Saga, Hunt: Showdown 1896, and For Honor.
NewsThe creators of Silent Hill: Townfall have heard the complaints about The Weight, a huge pursuer that appears during stealth sections and instantly kills the protagonist if it catches him. Since launch, these sequences have become one of the most common complaints from players, with The Weight criticized for its frustrating AI, drawn-out hiding sections, and harsh punishment for a single mistake.
NewsCoffee Stain Studios has announced Core Values, the first major paid expansion for Satisfactory, revealed on September 29 during the digital showcase The Big Break.
NewsToday, October 1, Epic Games is launching its annual Halloween event, and this year's edition is shaping up to be the biggest in the mode's history. Seven confirmed crossovers, a new location with animatronic bosses, and a record-breaking lineup of characters are all part of the event.
NewsCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is getting Collateral, a Search and Destroy-style mode with an economy inspired by Counter-Strike.
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