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An OpenAI model was caught trying to cheat at StarCraft, and of course it did it by stealing a human's work
Multi-platformNewsOct 4, 2026
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An OpenAI model was caught trying to cheat at StarCraft, and of course it did it by stealing a human's work

During the ongoing StarSkirmish botmatch competition, OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra was caught attempting to cheat by stealing a human-created bot. As detailed by Kotaku, participating large-language models receive a one-hour window to program a Protoss bot for ongoing combat against rival programs.

PC Gamer · Gaming media · United KingdomRead context
New League Classic update brings back "one of the worst-designed spells in League of Legends"
Multi-platformReleaseOct 4, 2026
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New League Classic update brings back "one of the worst-designed spells in League of Legends"

League of Legends Classic patch 5 arrives alongside the LoL 26.20 update on Wednesday October 7, according to Game Designer David 'Phreak' Turley. Phreak, who is accountable for champion release quality, detailed five new throwback characters joining the MOBA: Aatrox, Irelia, Karma, Quinn, and Caitlyn. Each features meaningful reworks from their modern forms.

PCGamesN · Gaming media · United KingdomRead context
Capcom plans to upgrade the RE Engine to allow AI to help code and detect bugs.
Multi-platformNewsOct 4, 2026
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Capcom plans to upgrade the RE Engine to allow AI to help code and detect bugs.

Capcom has shared updates regarding project REX, which represents the future direction of the RE Engine. Revealed during the CAPCOM Open Conference RE:2026 technology seminar held on October 2, programmer Satoshi Ishida explained that REX is not a complete rebuild from scratch, but rather a gradual integration of new technologies into existing features.

GamingDose · Gaming media · ThailandRead context
A remake of Xenogears seems' hard to do ', according to Final Fantasy VII Revelation director
Multi-platformNewsOct 4, 2026
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A remake of Xenogears seems' hard to do ', according to Final Fantasy VII Revelation director

Final Fantasy VII Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi has delivered disappointing news for fans hoping for a modern remake of the classic 1998 PlayStation RPG Xenogears. Originally launched by Square (now Square Enix), the title was famously proposed at one point as Final Fantasy VII and is noted for its complex narrative, innovative combat, and philosophical themes, though it notably never released in Europe.

Vandal · Gaming media · SpainRead context
GOTY 2026’s Final Nomination Is a Battleground of 8/10 Games
Multi-platformNewsOct 4, 2026
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GOTY 2026’s Final Nomination Is a Battleground of 8/10 Games

The year 2026 has not produced many breakout titles reaching modern classic status, with average review scores down and only three new releases achieving a Metacritic rating above ninety, according to Polygon. Instead, a large group of blockbusters landed with solid critical reception ranging from eighty-three to eighty-seven, dubbed the 85 Club by Polygon.

Polygon · Gaming media · United StatesRead context
They turn Fallout New Vegas into an MMO and this is the first trailer of the project
Multi-platformNewsOct 4, 2026
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They turn Fallout New Vegas into an MMO and this is the first trailer of the project

An ambitious modification project called New Vegas: Online, developed by Fall-Net Studios, aims to transform the 2010 classic Fallout: New Vegas into a massive multiplayer online experience. Published on 4/10/2026 at 11:45 by Ramón Varela, the announcement coincides with the release of the project's first trailer.

Vandal · Gaming media · SpainRead context
How Sex Addiction in The Witcher Game Became a Problem for Its Creators
Multi-platformNewsOct 4, 2026
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How Sex Addiction in The Witcher Game Became a Problem for Its Creators

When developing the first title in The Witcher franchise, CD Projekt Red aimed to stay faithful to Andrzej Sapkowski's original story by reflecting the protagonist's intimate encounters. However, the studio unexpectedly ran into a serious issue regarding how these romantic elements were represented.

VidaExtra · Gaming media · SpainRead context
Super Mario Bros. and Yoshi would reduce the risk of burn-out by helping with "childhood wonder"
Multi-platformNewsOct 4, 2026
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Super Mario Bros. and Yoshi would reduce the risk of burn-out by helping with "childhood wonder"

A scientific study published in the journal JMIR Serious Games examines the psychological impact of mainstream platform games, specifically focusing on Nintendo franchises such as Super Mario Bros. and Yoshi. According to the reported findings, playing these titles regularly provides notable mental health benefits.

Gamekult · Gaming media · FranceRead context

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