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An individual known as Cyberleek has issued a new threat against Rockstar Games, claiming possession of a finished build of Grand Theft Auto 6. The leaker, who previously released footage of early builds, story missions, and character models, has resumed activity after a period of silence throughout September.
Ubisoft has officially announced the discontinuation of Rainbow Six Mobile, a tactical shooter spinoff designed for Android and iOS platforms. The publisher confirmed that the title will be sunset on January 15, 2027.
The Pokémon Company is preparing to launch its 30th Anniversary Trading Card Game Ultra Premium Collection on Nov. 6. This deluxe set is highly anticipated for its inclusion of 30 booster packs and various accessories, though concerns regarding its high cost and limited availability are already mounting among the community.
Nintendo's release of the Switch 2 console for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time has proven difficult for consumers to acquire. Despite frequent restocks, the Triforce-themed hardware consistently sells out online in seconds, creating a challenging environment for potential buyers.
Following the successful release of the strategy title Star Wars Zero Company, developer Bit Reactor has begun rehiring staff members who were previously furloughed. CEO Greg Foerstch confirmed the development on X, characterizing the move as a vital step toward providing ongoing support for the game.
Embark Studios has released the Frozen Trail update for Arc Raiders, marking the game's largest patch since its launch. Following a decline in player numbers after its initial 2025 popularity surge, the update arrived on Oct. 8 to revitalize the extraction shooter. The game is currently free-to-play until Oct. 12 at 4 a.m. ET.
Polygon offers a mixed assessment of Forever Ago, Third Shift’s narrative adventure published by Annapurna Interactive. Alfred, an elderly traveler, returns to places connected with Audrey while confronting grief. Flashbacks contrast their youthful outings with his solitary journey in an RV.
Netflix has teamed up with Supermassive Games, renowned for Until Dawn, to launch a brand new interactive horror experience titled The Conjuring: Unspoken, set within the popular movie franchise universe.
Amazon’s October Prime gaming offers combine games to redeem with titles available through Luna streaming. Polygon highlights Doom from 2016 and Five Nights at Freddy’s: Into the Pit among the claims already available. Doom uses a GOG code, while Into the Pit is redeemed through Epic Games Store.
Square Enix and Behaviour Interactive have launched a new crossover bringing three characters from Nier: Automata into the asymmetric multiplayer survival horror game Dead by Daylight. The collaboration was announced via a reveal trailer on social media and became available on Oct. 6. Creative director Dave Richard noted a strong thematic connection between the two universes regarding cycles of violence and suffering, offering a chance to celebrate Nier: Automata.
The Pokémon Company International has officially announced the return of the Pokémon Horizons anime series. Following the conclusion of season 3 for U.S. viewers in September, the fourth season has been officially titled Wonders Ahead.
Ubisoft is reportedly planning to release a director's cut of 2020's Watch Dogs Legion in the first half of 2027, according to reports from Insider Gaming and IGN. The updated version is described as a remake aimed at reinventing the dormant open-world franchise, which has been inactive following Legion's poor reception. Reworking the existing title is likely a cost-effective way for Ubisoft to test the waters for the series' future before committing to a brand new installment.
