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The 19 most exciting video game releases of September 2026
September 2026 is set to be a massive month for video game releases, with over a dozen highly anticipated titles launching across various platforms. The month features new entries in established franchises like Onimusha and Fire Emblem, alongside promising new IPs such as Crimson Moon and Orbitals. Notable releases include Marvel's Wolverine, Dune: Awakening, and the full console launch of Valheim.
Xbox Gamescom 2026 Day Two: 19 Games and Announcements You Need to Know About | Invision Game Community
Xbox's second Gamescom 2026 showcase highlighted a diverse range of upcoming games, emphasizing discovery over blockbuster reveals. The presentation featured new titles like Rogue Fortune, PUBG: DED.NET, Cassette Beasts 2002, and Militsioner, alongside updates for established franchises such as Dune: Awakening, Planet Zoo 2, and Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. Many of these titles will be available on Xbox Game Pass, showcasing the breadth of experiences coming to the Xbox ecosystem.
Dune: Awakening's new single-player mode fits perfectly in the MMO because of its strong story, lead says: "I think we have the best story in a survival game that exists"
Funcom's Chief Creative Officer Joel Bylos stated that Dune: Awakening's new single-player mode integrates well into the MMO structure due to its strong narrative foundation, which is an alternate timeline to Frank Herbert's original book series. He believes the game has the best story in any survival game and that the team has balanced the progression for solo players, making it a smoother experience.
Cozy co-op sandbox Aloft’s Discovery & Ancestry update is live with new biomes, farming, and more
The 'Discovery & Ancestry' update for the co-op sandbox game Aloft is now available, introducing new biomes, farming mechanics, and a wind spirit companion. This update also includes a significant game engine upgrade to Unity 6, alongside a revamped user interface and progression systems. Players will need to start a new world to experience all the new content, though character progression and home islands can be carried over.
Everything announced at FGS Live From Gamescom 2026
FGS Live From gamescom 2026 showcased numerous world premieres, trailers, and developer interviews. Highlights include Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 with a Mick Gordon collaboration, the action-adventure Blackwood, and the puzzle game Rivage. Several titles like Neon Abyss 2 and Haunted Paws are coming to PC and consoles, with some also slated for Nintendo Switch.
Gamescom 2026: Dune Awakening confirms crossplay, DLC collab with Villeneuve’s movies
Funcom has announced that Dune Awakening will feature crossplay post-launch and a new DLC, 'Filmic Archive,' releasing September 22nd for $9.99. This DLC includes outfits and a base building set inspired by Denis Villeneuve's Dune films, with more details expected during an Xbox broadcast. The PlayStation 5 version will be playable at Gamescom.
One Shots: Dogs and cats, mass hysteria!
This week's "One Shots" feature highlights community screenshots from various MMOs, including The Elder Scrolls Online, Guild Wars 2, and The Secret World. Players shared humorous and striking in-game moments, with one player noting the incorporation of "Dogs Playing Poker" into The Elder Scrolls Online's questline. The article encourages readers to share their own virtual vacation screenshots.
Inflexion deep-dives Conan Exiles’ Legacy of the Giant Kings, teases something for Nightingale after Gamescom
Inflexion Games provided an update on Conan Exiles' 'Legacy of the Giant Kings' arc, detailing the return of a legendary repair mechanic within a new dungeon. The studio also teased potential news for their upcoming game Nightingale following Gamescom, with director Aaryn Flynn suggesting announcements may come after the event.
Co-op survivalbox Aloft will deliver its last early access update, Discovery & Ancestry, on August 26
The co-op survival sandbox game Aloft will receive its final early access update, "Discovery & Ancestry," on August 26th. This update will introduce a new open world, survival challenges, character upgrades, and a new companion. Developer Astrolabe Interactive is also upgrading the game engine to Unity 6, which will improve performance and visuals as they continue development towards the 1.0 launch.
Perfect Ten: All of the MMORPG expansions from 2003
The year 2003 was a significant year for MMORPGs, with ten major expansions released across various titles. This article revisits these expansions, including Ultima Online: Age of Shadows, EverQuest: The Legacy of Ykesha, Final Fantasy XI: Rise of the Zilart, and EVE Online: Castor, detailing their key features and impact on the genre.
Uh oh, Conan Exiles added an ominous swirling tear in the sky in its most recent patch
A recent patch for Conan Exiles has introduced a mysterious swirling anomaly in the sky, noticed by YouTuber Eradicati0n. This visual change is theorized to be a rift connected to the game's main questline and the 'Legacy of the Giant-Kings' dungeon, potentially hinting at the next major story development.
Perfect Ten: MMORPGs whose fans I feel sorry for
This opinion piece discusses ten MMORPGs whose fans are felt to be underserved or unfairly treated due to various issues like poor publishing deals, legal troubles, corporate decisions, or a perceived lack of developer care. Games like Fractured Online, Ashes of Creation, The Elder Scrolls Online, and New World are highlighted for their fanbases facing significant challenges.
MMO Week in Review: FFXIV in Berlin, Black Desert in SoCal, and Jimothy saturation
This week's MMO news covers Final Fantasy XIV's Fan Festival in Berlin, Black Desert's Heidel Ball, and the early access launch of SEED. Updates were also provided for Dungeons & Dragons Online, Aion 2, and The Guild reunion movie. Several games saw controversy including World of Warcraft staff cheating, Elder Scrolls Online capacity issues, and Microsoft layoffs.
Can you increase inventory and carry capacity in Dune Awakening?
Dune Awakening currently offers no direct way to increase character inventory slots or carry weight capacity. Players can effectively transport more items by utilizing vehicles with expanded inventory modules, though these vehicles cannot be stored with items using the Vehicle Backup Tool. The limited inventory is an intentional design choice contributing to the game's survivalist theme.
How to get to Arrakeen in Dune Awakening
This guide explains how to reach Arrakeen in Dune Awakening, the game's capital and a hub for factions and trainers. Players can travel to Arrakeen using the Ornithopter Taxi service from any tradepost for 2,500 Solaris, or by flying their own unlocked Ornithopter for free once they reach the Hagga Basin map zone limit. Arrakeen serves as a combat-free zone with various NPCs offering quests and services.
Conan Exiles has launched the first chunk of Legacy of the Giant-Kings with new story and QOL
Funcom and Inflexion Games have released the first part of 'Legacy of the Giant-Kings,' a new four-part story arc for Conan Exiles. This update introduces a new dungeon beneath the Unnamed City, new challenges, and numerous quality-of-life improvements including rebinding options, clearer thrall status, more save slots, and FSR frame generation functionality. Future parts of the story arc are still planned.
MMO Week in Review: EverQuest rising
This week's MMO news roundup highlights the resurgence of the EverQuest franchise with EverQuest Legends entering paid beta and expansions teased for EverQuest and EverQuest II. Other major stories include the implosion of DreamWorld, potential layoffs at Blizzard and Bethesda, and Sony's shutdown of PS3 and PS Vita storefronts. The article also covers updates and news from various other MMOs like Elder Scrolls Online, Conan Exiles, and Valheim.
Enginefall developer Red Rover Interactive is making layoffs
Red Rover Interactive has announced layoffs across its UK and Norway offices as part of a restructuring process. The studio, which is developing the survival crafting shooter Enginefall, stated the cuts are intended to place the company on a more sustainable footing for the next phase of development. This news follows a $15 million investment led by Krafton in 2024.
Roadmaps and Plans
Funcom provided an update on Dune: Awakening, recapping the past year's development and outlining plans for a September preview. The update covers the game's roadmaps and future development.
Dune Awakening recaps its first year and fall plans and teases post-console plans in new video
Funcom provided an update on Dune Awakening, detailing plans for its September console launch and the year's development progress. The console release will feature a complete version of the game with solo offline play, expanded story content, and a new onboarding system, followed by the Polar Cap map. The developers also recapped changes made over the past year, including PvP adjustments and endgame revamps.