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Genshin Impact preps two new characters and a world-spanning fight against annihilation November 4
Genshin Impact's Version 7.2: Hour of Ruin update, launching November 4th, will continue the main story with a world-spanning conflict against annihilation, drawing all nations of Teyvat together. The update also introduces two new characters, Mitya and Valeriy, a new event with rewards, and a masquerade-themed UGC platform with new assets.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – October 25, 2026 – Persona 4 Revival and Persona 6 for Nintendo Switch 2 on the top 10
The latest Famitsu's most wanted games chart for October 25, 2026, reveals The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time leading the rankings. Persona 4 Revival and Persona 6 have entered the top ten for Nintendo Switch 2, alongside the debut of Attack on Titan 3.
Genshin Impact livestream 7.2 codes for Primogems, Hero’s Wit, Mystic Enhancement Ore, and Mora
Genshin Impact has released new promotional codes from its 7.2 livestream, offering players Primogems, Hero's Wit, Mystic Enhancement Ore, and Mora. The codes, including HourofRuin, ExpertMitya, and PhotoTime, are active until October 25/26 and can be redeemed through the in-game settings or the official website.
All Genshin Impact 7.2 livestream codes
HoYoverse has released livestream codes for Genshin Impact version 7.2, offering players bonus currency and enhancement ore. Players must reach Adventure Rank 10 to redeem these codes, which can be done either in-game or via the official redemption website. The codes are time-limited and typically expire within a day.
Multiple Games With Loot Boxes Become PEGI 16
PEGI has updated its age rating system, classifying games with paid random rewards, commonly known as loot boxes, as PEGI 16. This change affects popular titles like Pokemon GO, EA Sports FC, and Mario Kart Tour, which will now carry a 'Paid Random Items' warning label. The new policy, which began applying to newly submitted games in June 2026, is now retroactively impacting existing digital-only games across Europe and the UK.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – October 18, 2026 – Metroid Ravenous makes first appearance
Metroid Ravenous has debuted at #30 on Famitsu's most wanted games chart for the week of October 11, 2026, based on reader votes. The chart also features new entries like Danganronpa 2x2 and highlights strong interest in upcoming titles for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5.
After 24 years working on Pokemon, Scarlet and Violet lead is making a "completely original game": an RPG where you have to wash your outfits and let them dry in real time
Shigeru Ohmori, a lead developer on Pokemon, is working on a new, original free-to-play mobile RPG called Ame Nochi Hare Onna. The game features magical girls who clean up a city by fighting trash-like yokai spirits, with a unique mechanic where the effectiveness of their outfits depends on them being clean and dry, influenced by real-world weather.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – October 11, 2026 – Zelda: Ocarina of Time overthrows Pokemon Winds and Waves, multiple new games appear
Famitsu's most wanted games chart for October 11, 2026, reveals The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time has overtaken Pokemon Winds and Waves in reader votes. Several new titles, including Nintendo Switch 2 versions of Persona 4 Revival and Persona 6, Kingdom Hearts 4, Romancing SaGa 3: Destinies Untied, and Monster Hunter Wilds, have also appeared on the list.
Free-to-play playtime is broadly flat as gacha RPGs drive PC growth, says Newzoo
A Newzoo report indicates that free-to-play (F2P) playtime remains stable, despite a slight decrease in its market share, driven by growth in gacha RPGs on PC. While overall F2P playtime is flat, PC F2P playtime has grown, with gacha games showing significant increases in engagement. RPG remains the only F2P genre gaining share on both PC and console.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – October 4, 2026 – Kirby and the World Beyond makes first appearance
Famitsu's most wanted games chart for October 4, 2026, based on reader votes, shows "Pokemon Winds / Waves" at the top. Kirby and the World Beyond makes its debut at #26, with "Pokemon Winds / Waves" and "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time" leading the list.
A surprisingly in-depth dressmaking simulator has the cosy gamers in a chokehold
The dressmaking simulator 'Dressmaker' has become a popular cosy game, praised for its in-depth garment creation mechanics. Players are sharing impressive designs inspired by various media, including Genshin Impact and Final Fantasy 14, showcasing the game's creative potential.
Featuring a host of our favorite games from this year and 2 of our favorite gaming devices, you can now place your votes for the best in gaming in the Golden Joystick Awards 2026
The nominations for the 44th annual Golden Joystick Awards 2026 have been announced, with games like Resident Evil Requiem, Big Walk, and 007 First Light receiving multiple nods across 21 categories. Voting is open until October 23, and the winners will be revealed on November 11. This year's nominations are noted for their diversity, featuring both indie hits and AAA blockbusters.
Bedah Patch Baru Genshin Impact & Honkai: Star Rail: Karakter Bintang 5 Baru, Ekspansi Wilayah, & Fitur QoL 2026
HoYoverse has released a major update for Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail, introducing new 5-star characters, expanded exploration areas, and significant Quality of Life improvements. The update, slated for 2026, also includes adjustments to game mechanics and endgame content, aiming to enhance player experience and streamline resource management.
Bungie’s Payback Was Going to be a Sandbox Game – Rumor
A report indicates that Bungie was developing a Destiny spin-off called Payback, intended as a hero-centric sandbox game with open-world exploration and puzzle-solving elements. Led by Luke Smith and Mark Noseworthy, the project was reportedly canceled in Summer 2024 due to concerns about Destiny 2's aging player base and poor onboarding. Despite the cancellation, Bungie has recently announced plans to bring back vaulted Destiny 2 content and is continuing development on its extraction shooter, Marathon.
Nodusfall Team Doesn’t Want Difficulty to Be an Obstacle For New Players
HoYoverse's upcoming mythology-themed action game, Nodusfall, is designed to be accessible to new players, with the studio aiming to avoid difficulty being a barrier. While featuring challenging boss fights and co-op gameplay, the game will also offer story elements blending various mythologies and social activities. Nodusfall is currently targeting a PC release and will not feature a gacha system for character unlocks.
Genshin Impact's new character Vesna is one of the best 5-stars I've seen in 6 years of playing this game
The new 5-star character Vesna in Genshin Impact update 7.1 is a standout addition, offering exceptional movement utility and high damage output. Her ability to fly freely in the open world transforms exploration, making her a must-have for players seeking a powerful and fun character.
Nodusfall looks like Elden Ring but was "designed to be accessible," says HoYoverse: "We don't want…
HoYoverse's upcoming action game Nodusfall aims for an Elden Ring-like aesthetic but is designed to be accessible to players new to the genre. The studio emphasizes that difficulty will not be a barrier, while still offering depth for challenge-seekers. The game will feature mythology themes and multiplayer co-op, with a focus on taking down large beasts.
Genshin Impact studio's new Pokemon-like, Honkai: Nexus Anima, has some of the best creature designs I've ever seen, but its battle format has me concerned
Honkai: Nexus Anima, the upcoming creature-collecting game from Genshin Impact developer HoYoverse, features some of the most impressive creature designs seen in the genre. However, the article expresses significant concern over its real-time autobattling combat system, which the author found to be too hands-off and lacking strategic depth, potentially detracting from the appeal of its otherwise excellent monster designs.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – September 20, 2026 – Metaphor: ReFantazio for Nintendo Switch 2 makes first appearance
Famitsu's latest most wanted games chart, based on reader votes from September 2-8, shows Metaphor: ReFantazio for Nintendo Switch 2 making its debut. Pokemon Winds and Waves leads the list, followed by Persona 6 and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Yet another Pokémon-inspired game is popping off on Steam, with over 160,000 concurrent players for Aniimo
Aniimo, a Pokémon-inspired open-world RPG, has surpassed 160,000 concurrent players on Steam, making it the second most-played game of its kind behind Palworld. While praised for its creature-collecting elements, the game faces criticism for its monetization tactics, similar to Genshin Impact.
