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At the DREAMSCAPE#5 indie event held on October 24, 2026, developer DuctHive showcased ArcaBit, a challenging 2D wire action game. The title distinguishes itself by requiring players to navigate stages using two independent hooks controlled by the left and right hands.
Square Enix has announced two new music products to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Final Fantasy series. Both the vinyl and CD editions are scheduled for release on January 6, 2027.
Funktronic Labs announced that the early access phase for Scramble Knights Online will begin on October 27, 2026. The title will be available on PC and Xbox Series X|S, with the latter version included in the Game Pass service.
The negotiation period for the potential acquisition of Arkane Studios, a developer known for Dishonored, has been extended by one month. Originally set to conclude on November 13, 2026, the new deadline for finding a buyer is now December 13, 2026, following the studio's inclusion in an Xbox restructuring plan.
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney has renewed his criticism of Valve's platform policies regarding artificial intelligence. This latest dispute follows observations from social media user @mattworkman, who noted a significant presence of AI-labeled titles during the 2026 Steam Next Fest.
KADOKAWA has announced the upcoming release of "Lost Property Control Agency Board Game: Room After Room," scheduled for February 18, 2027. Priced at 4,510 yen, this tabletop experience is designed for one to four players.
Developer Teacup Worlds has officially announced its upcoming PC title, Terraglass. The game is currently listed on Steam, where players can add it to their wishlists ahead of its release, which is marked as coming soon.
As of October 26, 2026, Steam continues to serve as a primary hub for PC gaming, with platforms like SteamDB providing public data on trending titles and active player counts. While some popular games are long-standing releases or early access titles, current trends highlight a diverse range of experiences.
Behaviour Interactive and publisher Level Infinite have unveiled Exterminauts, a new third-person online cooperative shooter coming to PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game is set in a distant future where corporations compete for resources on the planet Tian, which is inhabited by dangerous aliens.
Helen Chiang, the inaugural Chief Operating Officer for Xbox, is departing Microsoft after serving in the role for only three months. Her exit was confirmed by Xbox leader Asha Sharma in an internal memo dated October 23.
The social RPG Blue Archive is transitioning its Japanese publishing operations from Yostar to Nexon in January 2027. This shift aims to integrate development, operations, and IP management under the NEXON Games and Nexon group structure.
Bandai Namco is celebrating the 10th anniversary of Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 with a series of updates scheduled for release on October 27 and October 30. These additions are available to players across PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.