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Subnautica 2 Update Adds Collector Leviathan Behavior and New Tadpole Abilities
The next Subnautica 2 update brings a roaming Collector Leviathan, new biomes and creatures, and fresh abilities for the Tadpole.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Built Reactive Dismemberment Into RE Engine
Capcom designed Way of the Sword’s sword cuts to react to combat, adding animated dismemberment to RE Engine while keeping player control focused on attacks.
Arkane Lyon’s Future Remains Open as Xbox Explores Options to Keep Studio Afloat
Jason Schreier says several options could keep Arkane Lyon open, with the cost of closing its French studio weighing on Xbox’s decisions.
Helen Chiang Leaves Xbox COO Role After Three Months
After 21 years at Microsoft, Helen Chiang has left her newly created Xbox COO role; other leaders are covering her immediate responsibilities.
Canceled Mass Effect Project Reportedly Set 600 Years After the Reaper War
A community council member says the canceled Mass Effect project featured a new N7 agent, rival galactic powers and Hitman-style mission freedom.
Wo Long 2 Feedback Report Details Combat and Performance Improvements
Team Ninja plans to refine deflects, aerial combat, loading times and visual effects in Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember after its alpha.
Ace Combat Zero Is Now Standalone on Steam for Ace Combat 8 Pre-Order Owners
Ace Combat Zero can now run independently on Steam for Ace Combat 8 pre-order owners, with save data and achievements carried over.
Phantom Blade Zero Reportedly Sells 500,000 Copies on Steam Before Launch
An analyst estimates Phantom Blade Zero has sold 500,000 Steam copies, while strong preorder signals and millions of wishlists point to wider demand.
Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.5 Adds Witcher Gear and a Halo 2 Photo Mode Pose
Update 2.5 hides Witcher-inspired gear across Night City and adds a dual-wield Photo Mode pose that echoes Halo 2’s cover.
Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis Is Expected to Take 14–16 Hours
Crystal Dynamics expects the remake to take 14–16 hours, with interconnected tombs designed to reward patient exploration.
Control Resonant Reaches One Million Sales in Three Weeks With a New Combat Focus
Remedy’s fastest-selling game pairs melee combat and shifting Manhattan exploration to broaden Control’s audience, reaching one million sales in three weeks.
Hush Codes for October 2026: Active Codes, Redemption Steps and Discord
No Hush codes are active as of October 22, 2026. Here’s where to redeem future codes and find updates from Blue Code Studios.
EA May Sell Dormant BioWare Franchises, but Mass Effect Could Be Licensed
Former BioWare producer Mark Darrah says EA may eventually sell dormant franchises, though cost cutting could come first and Mass Effect may be licensed.
PS5 Leads U.S. Console Sales as Xbox Sets a September Low
PS5 sales climbed in September, lifting hardware spending, while Xbox unit sales hit a new September low and Switch 2 sales declined.
EA Layoffs Reportedly Reach Maxis, Respawn, Motive and Ripple Effect
Reports and employee posts point to cuts across several EA studios as the company reshapes its game slate and cancels projects.
Marvel’s Wolverine Tops US Game Sales in September, Sets Sony Launch-Month Mark
Marvel’s Wolverine led US game sales in September and posted Sony’s strongest launch-month dollar sales since Helldivers 2.
PS6 and Xbox Project Helix Face Steep Price Questions Amid Memory Shortages
Reported costs put Xbox’s next console as high as $1,800, raising questions about whether PS6 and Helix can keep next-gen hardware within reach.
Mass Effect TV Series Reportedly Remains in Development at Amazon
Amazon MGM Studios is reportedly continuing work on its Mass Effect adaptation as BioWare’s next game project ends.
Resident Evil Remakes Launch on Nintendo Switch 2, Reviving Classic Horror
The remakes of Resident Evil 2, 3, and 4 are now available on Nintendo Switch 2, inviting fans and newcomers to experience iconic gameplay.
First Look at Stranger Than Heaven: A Journey Through 1915 Japan
Stranger Than Heaven offers a captivating glimpse into its 1915 setting, where a protagonist confronts racism and tradition on his way to Japan.