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"This is your Dreamcast moment": Former PlayStation boss thinks Xbox needs to "pick a lane" with exclusive games to fix itself
Multi-platformNewsOct 2, 2026
ConsoleOther1 reads

"This is your Dreamcast moment": Former PlayStation boss thinks Xbox needs to "pick a lane" with exclusive games to fix itself

Former PlayStation head Shawn Layden shared perspectives regarding Team Xbox, stating the console manufacturer must select a specific direction regarding exclusive video games. Layden discussed the current generation during an appearance on The Expansion Pass podcast, addressing shifting strategies under Phil Spencer.

Eurogamer · Gaming media · United KingdomRead context
Unreleased AMD Ryzen 9 5900X3D Engineering Sample Appears With 128 MB L3 Cache
PCReleaseOct 2, 2026
PCOther6 reads

Unreleased AMD Ryzen 9 5900X3D Engineering Sample Appears With 128 MB L3 Cache

An unreleased AMD Ryzen 9 5900X3D engineering sample has been spotted on the Chinese forum Chiphell. The 12-core, 24-thread Zen 3 processor features the code 100-000000652 and includes 128 MB of L3 cache. This cache is divided unevenly, with 96 MB located on one CCD and 32 MB on the other, indicating that only a single six-core chiplet features the 64 MB 3D V-Cache stack.

TechPowerUp · Gaming media · United StatesRead context
Save 31% Off the Gamesir G7 Pro, One of the Best Wireless PC Gaming Controllers for (Way) Under $100
Multi-platformNewsOct 2, 2026
PCOther1 reads

Save 31% Off the Gamesir G7 Pro, One of the Best Wireless PC Gaming Controllers for (Way) Under $100

AliExpress offers a limited-time discount on the GameSir G7 Pro wireless gamepad in Mech White, reducing the price to $55.41 with free shipping when using coupon code "VUSHS09". IGN commerce manager Eric Song notes that Amazon charges $80 for the same device, which ships locally from a United States warehouse.

IGN Southeast Asia · Gaming media · SingaporeRead context
Aion 2 Tops Steam Sales Charts Ahead of Its Global Release Despite Being Free-to-Play
Multi-platformNewsOct 2, 2026
PCRPG1 reads

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
Multi-platformOther2 reads

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
Multi-platformOther2 reads

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
Multi-platformOther2 reads

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

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