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Aion 2 Tops Steam Sales Charts Ahead of Its Global Release Despite Being Free-to-Play
Multi-platformNewsOct 2, 2026
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Aion 2 Tops Steam Sales Charts Ahead of Its Global Release Despite Being Free-to-Play

The upcoming MMORPG Aion 2 is experiencing massive popularity ahead of its global release, climbing to become the top-selling game on Steam. While the game will ultimately be free-to-play, players are eagerly purchasing various founder's packs to secure early access ahead of the October 5 launch, following the title's prior release in Korea and Taiwan roughly a year ago.

VidaExtra · Gaming media · SpainRead context
Stop Killing Games movement sounds alarm on EU Kids Act: ‘This is a bomb that could implode the whole video games industry’
Multi-platformNewsOct 2, 2026
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Stop Killing Games movement sounds alarm on EU Kids Act: ‘This is a bomb that could implode the whole video games industry’

The Stop Killing Games initiative has raised serious concerns regarding the newly proposed EU Kids Act, describing the legislation as a potential catastrophe for the video game sector. Organizers argue that well-intended policy measures can result in detrimental outcomes.

MassivelyOP · Gaming media · United StatesRead context
Final Fantasy VII Revelation Director Predicts Future of Physical Games Without Discs
Multi-platformNewsOct 2, 2026
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Final Fantasy VII Revelation Director Predicts Future of Physical Games Without Discs

Published on October 2, 2026, Naoki Hamaguchi, director of Final Fantasy VII Revelation, discussed the future of physical media in an interview with RadioTimesGaming. Hamaguchi stated that the physical format will likely continue to exist for a long time, though potentially in a different form consisting of boxes containing only a download code.

GameVicio · Gaming media · BrazilRead context
ARC Raiders Free Weekend Announced Alongside Massive Frozen Trail Update
Multi-platformNewsOct 2, 2026
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ARC Raiders Free Weekend Announced Alongside Massive Frozen Trail Update

ARC Raiders will be free to play for an entire weekend, allowing players to download and experience the full version of the game. The free access period runs from October 8 to October 12 across PC via Steam, Xbox, and PlayStation. Players who decide to purchase the game after the trial will carry over all of their progress and collected items.

Eurogamer Portugal · Gaming media · PortugalRead context
Circuit Breaker Labs hopes to make AI safer for your kids (and you)
Multi-platformNewsOct 2, 2026
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Circuit Breaker Labs hopes to make AI safer for your kids (and you)

Circuit Breaker Labs aims to make artificial intelligence safer across various languages and cultures, operating as a finalist in TechCrunch’s 2026 Startup Battlefield 200. The enterprise was founded by siblings Shirali and Arul Nigam, who serves as CTO, and was motivated by tragedies involving young users developing unhealthy attachments to bots.

TechCrunch · Gaming media · United StatesRead context
GOG Preservation Program Gets Octopath Traveler Games
Multi-platformNewsOct 2, 2026
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GOG Preservation Program Gets Octopath Traveler Games

Square Enix is bringing Octopath Traveler and Octopath Traveler 2 to the GOG Preservation Program, with product pages currently live for both titles. Although the listings currently state they are coming soon rather than providing an exact release date, launch discounts are planned with the first game receiving a 70% off discount and the second offering a 60% off sale.

Siliconera · Gaming media · United StatesRead context
Vincent D’Onofrio Defends God of War Star Deborah Ann Woll Against Online Complaints Over Armor Design
Multi-platformNewsOct 2, 2026
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Vincent D’Onofrio Defends God of War Star Deborah Ann Woll Against Online Complaints Over Armor Design

Actor Vincent D’Onofrio recently entered a social media discussion to defend his former Daredevil co-star, Deborah Ann Woll, who portrays Laufey in the upcoming God of War franchise title. The online controversy began when a user on X/Twitter complained that the special armor sets in the upcoming game cover too much skin and lack female sensuality.

IGN Brazil · Gaming media · BrazilRead context
Nacon unveils the Revolution 5 Unlimited controller with built-in screen and TMR sensors
Multi-platformNewsOct 2, 2026
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Nacon unveils the Revolution 5 Unlimited controller with built-in screen and TMR sensors

Nacon has officially unveiled the Revolution 5 Unlimited (R5U), a new asymmetric pro controller licensed for PlayStation 5 consoles, PC, and Android Smart TVs. Engineered using feedback from the esports community, the premium peripheral is currently available for pre-order on Nacon's official website priced at $229.99, £179.99, or €199.99.

GamingTrend · Gaming media · United StatesRead context

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