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Kotaro Uchikoshi's New Studio Crash Keys and Its First Game Reportedly Canceled

Kotaro Uchikoshi, the acclaimed director behind the Zero Escape series and co-creator of The Hundred Line, has revealed the existence of a brand-new studio called Crash Keys, though the announcement came under troubling circumstances. Uchikoshi disclosed that the studio's first game had been canceled before he even had the chance to formally announce either the studio or the project, warning that Crash Keys "might literally crash into a million pieces" as a result of the setback. The news broke across social media and quickly caught the attention of fans and press alike, given Uchikoshi's devoted following in the visual novel and adventure game community.

Oct 15, 2026

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The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Previewed with Streamlined Controls

Nintendo's upcoming Switch 2 remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time has received a wave of hands-on previews, and early impressions are overwhelmingly positive. Critics from outlets including Kotaku, Eurogamer, and CGMagazine praised Nintendo for modernizing one of the most influential games ever made, with streamlined controls and a suite of quality-of-life improvements breathing new life into the 1998 classic. A new gameplay trailer also dropped alongside the previews, highlighting updated mechanics and newly revealed features such as the Hall of Fallen Foes, a dedicated arena where players can rematch previously defeated bosses.

Oct 15, 2026

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PlayStation Plus October 2026 Lineup Announced with Mafia: The Old Country

Sony has confirmed the PlayStation Plus game catalog additions for October 2026, and by most accounts it is one of the strongest monthly lineups the service has seen in quite some time. Headlining the Extra and Premium catalog is Mafia: The Old Country, the newest entry in 2K's beloved crime saga, joined by co-op fungal shooter Mycopunk, Tales of Arise, and the return of Horizon Forbidden West, which is coming back to the service after a previous stint. Rounding out the spooky-season additions is Poppy Playtime, making October's slate feel like a well-curated Halloween treat for subscribers across both tiers.

Oct 15, 2026

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Xbox Announces the Nano Controller: A Smaller, Cheaper, Portable Gamepad

Microsoft has officially unveiled the Xbox Nano Controller, a compact, pocket-friendly gamepad designed for gaming on the go. Smaller and lighter than the standard Xbox controller, the Nano is built for portability without sacrificing the core Xbox experience, making it easy to toss in a bag or even a pocket before heading out. The announcement landed on October 14, 2026, and signals Microsoft's continued push to make Xbox gaming more flexible and accessible across different play styles and settings.

Oct 15, 2026

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Epic Games Rebuilds Easy Anti-Cheat to Bring Fortnite to Linux

Epic Games has announced a major overhaul of its Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC) software, with the explicit goal of bringing its flagship battle royale Fortnite to Linux. The move marks a significant shift for the studio, which has long relied on EAC's kernel-level protections in ways that made Linux compatibility essentially impossible. With the rebuilt software, Fortnite will finally run natively on Linux configurations, opening the door to a platform that has grown increasingly attractive thanks to devices like the Steam Deck and Steam Machine, as well as ongoing frustrations with Windows among PC gamers.

Oct 15, 2026

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Rockstar Promises Next Games After GTA 6 Will Develop Faster

Rockstar Games has assured fans that whatever comes after Grand Theft Auto 6 will not take another eight years to produce. Studio leadership stated they are "confident" that the engine, tools, and dramatically expanded team built during GTA 6's lengthy development cycle will allow future projects to move at a significantly faster pace. In describing how that growth will benefit upcoming work, one executive noted the next project should "go more sideways than upwards," suggesting the foundational investment has already been made and future titles can build horizontally on top of it rather than constructing everything from the ground up again.

Oct 15, 2026

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GTA 6 Leaker Cyberleek Releases Final Footage, Threatens Take-Two with Dead Man's Switch

Cyberleek, the prolific leaker who has been drip-feeding footage from Grand Theft Auto 6 for weeks, has released what they claim is their 20th and final video. The latest clip allegedly shows scenes from the game's final mission, giving fans an unsolicited look at content Rockstar has worked hard to keep under wraps. Cyberleek announced they are done sharing leaks, but only on the condition that they are never caught or pursued by Take-Two Interactive.

Oct 15, 2026

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GTA 5 Being Pulled from PlayStation Plus Just Before GTA 6 Launches

Grand Theft Auto V is set to leave PlayStation Plus with just over a month to spare before Grand Theft Auto VI hits shelves, leaving subscribers with a narrow window to dive into Los Santos before it disappears from the service. The timing is striking, given that Rockstar's next entry in the franchise is right around the corner, making GTA 5's removal feel particularly pointed for anyone who had been putting off a replay or a first-time run through the game.

Oct 15, 2026

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GTA 6 Was Originally Planned to Develop Alongside Red Dead Redemption 2

Rockstar Games has officially confirmed that Grand Theft Auto 6 was originally intended to enter full development alongside Red Dead Redemption 2, a revelation that sheds new light on just how long fans have been waiting for the next entry in the iconic open-world series. Had that plan come to fruition, GTA 6 would likely have arrived years earlier than its current projected window. Instead, the enormous scope and ambition that Rockstar poured into RDR2 effectively pushed GTA 6's development back significantly.

Oct 15, 2026

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Epic Games Launches 'Vibe-Coded' AI Launcher, Boasts Speed Over Steam

Epic Games has unveiled a new version of its Epic Games Launcher that the company openly admits was "vibe coded" using AI, quipping that "programming is hard." Announced via a blog post, the launcher has entered a preview phase and is being touted by Epic as faster than Valve's Steam, with the company explicitly framing the project as a bid to outpace its chief competitor. The new launcher is described as "light on features" but does include at least one long-requested addition: a shopping cart. Notably, the announcement arrives just days after reports surfaced that Epic had imposed an "AI-first" production model on developers working on a new Disney shooter, underscoring the company's aggressive push toward generative AI across its operations.

Oct 15, 2026

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Ubisoft Closes RedLynx Studio and Cuts Over 120 Jobs Across Two Studios

Ubisoft has announced plans to shut down Finnish studio RedLynx, the 26-year-old developer behind the beloved Trials franchise, while simultaneously laying off approximately 70 staff at Ubisoft Singapore, the studio leading development on the Assassin's Creed: Black Flag remake. The moves are part of Ubisoft's ongoing restructuring efforts and will affect more than 120 jobs in total between the two studios. RedLynx's proposed closure is subject to a consultation process, with Ubisoft confirming it will impact "up to 52 positions" at the Helsinki-based team. The studio is understood to have had no active project in development, with Ubisoft deeming its continued operation unsustainable.

Oct 15, 2026

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Xbox Surveys Players About Making Fallout, Elder Scrolls, and Minecraft Exclusive

Microsoft is polling a subset of Xbox Insiders about a potentially major shift in its games strategy, asking players how they would feel about making high-profile franchises like Fallout, The Elder Scrolls, and Minecraft exclusive to Xbox platforms. The survey signals that the company may be reconsidering its multi-platform publishing approach, which has seen many of its biggest titles land on PlayStation and other platforms in recent years. Notably, Call of Duty is absent from the list of titles being floated as potential exclusives, likely due to commitments Microsoft made to regulators during its acquisition of Activision Blizzard.

Oct 15, 2026

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Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Expansion Pass DLC Announced with Three Waves

Nintendo has announced an Expansion Pass for Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, arriving less than a month after the base game's release. Revealed through a Nintendo Today trailer, the pass details three separate waves of downloadable content, each introducing new characters to the already sprawling Fortune's Weave story.

Oct 15, 2026

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Garry's Mod Successor s&box Pivots to Free-to-Play After Poor Reception

Facepunch Studios founder Garry Newman has issued a candid and sobering update on s&box, the spiritual successor to the beloved sandbox game Garry's Mod, admitting that the game "hasn't been going well" and that the team "got it wrong." Newman acknowledged that s&box is "not well liked," pointing to negative reviews and a reception that fell well short of expectations. In response, Facepunch is planning sweeping changes to the platform, with the most significant being a shift to free-to-play, expected to roll out toward the end of the year.

Oct 15, 2026