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Evening Reading - October 28, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers several gaming and tech updates, including release date announcements for Witchbrook and City of None, the Forsaken Update for No Man's Sky, and new Dead by Daylight characters. It also touches on financial results for Microsoft and Google, and the 19th anniversary of Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock.
As No Man's Sky arrives on mobile, Hello Games celebrates with a spooky update for all that includes delivery missions and "seamless" interstellar travel
No Man's Sky has launched on iOS devices, making it available on iPhone and iPad. Alongside this mobile release, developer Hello Games has deployed the 'Forsaken' update for all platforms, introducing Halloween-themed content, new delivery missions, and a 'seamless warping' feature for interstellar travel.
Half-Life: Alyx patch adds foveated rendering support a mere 6 years after the game's release
Valve has released a new patch for Half-Life: Alyx on PC, adding support for foveated rendering. This feature, which renders the center of the image at higher quality and the periphery at lower quality, can improve rendering performance, especially when combined with eye-tracking hardware. The update also includes support for the Steam Deck's Snapdragon processor.
The 13 scariest, spookiest video games you should play this Halloween
This article presents a curated list of 13 horror video games suitable for playing during Halloween, covering a range of platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and VR. The selection includes titles like Resident Evil Requiem, Silent Hill: Townfall, and Iron Lung, offering a mix of survival horror, psychological scares, and unique gameplay experiences.
Delisted PS5 Sequel to Beloved PS2 Game Makes Surprise Return
Fantavision 202X, the PlayStation 5 sequel to the PS2 puzzle game Fantavision, has returned to the PlayStation Store and Steam after a period of being delisted. Sony Interactive Entertainment extended its licensing agreement with developer Cosmo Machia, allowing the game to be sold again for $9.99. The game supports 4K resolution and PlayStation VR2.
The first Wi-Fi 8 router is here, and it's banging
Asus has released the first Wi-Fi 8 router, the ROG Rapture GT-BN98 Pro, ahead of the standard's official ratification. While its close-range speeds do not yet surpass premium Wi-Fi 7 devices, it offers improved reliability and performance over greater distances, particularly for gamers and in crowded network environments. The router is priced at approximately $999 and includes a comprehensive suite of features.
VR MMO Zenith confirms its shutdown date of December 18 after over two years of maintenance mode
Ramen VR has announced that the virtual reality MMORPG Zenith will officially shut down on December 18th, after over two years in maintenance mode. Sales of the game and its premium currency have already ceased, though existing in-game currency can still be used. The developers cited financial unsustainability as the reason for the closure, stating they could no longer run the servers at a loss.
Next gen Xbox console out in 2028 and more expensive than PS6 claims report
A report suggests Microsoft's next Xbox console, codenamed Project Helix, will launch by Christmas 2028 and may cost between $1,200 and $1,800, significantly more than the anticipated PlayStation 6. This comes amid ongoing component shortages and a reported failure of the current Xbox Series X/S. The report also indicates a new next-generation handheld device will be released by Christmas 2027.
PlayStation Store Update Worldwide October 20, 2026
Sony's PlayStation Store has received its weekly update for October 20, 2026, bringing new content, add-ons, and games for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation VR owners. The North American update includes titles like Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2, F1 25, and Hunt Showdown: 1886 for PlayStation Plus Essential subscribers, alongside a variety of other PS4 and PS5 games.
I'm not sure if the Steam Frame hits any corners in this bouncing screensaver, but maybe if I watch long enough the…
A Reddit user has created a free, open-source Windows screensaver featuring artwork of Valve's Steam VR headset and controllers. This project offers a low-cost way for users to engage with the hardware's aesthetic, even if they cannot afford the headset itself. Valve has also released CAD files for the Steam VR hardware under a Creative Commons license, encouraging community projects.
Steam Frame review: Untethered reality
Valve's Steam Frame headset offers a compelling, albeit expensive, virtual reality experience with a sleek design and comfortable fit. While the hardware boasts impressive specifications and a user-friendly SteamOS interface, its high cost and limited exclusive software library, relying heavily on older titles like Half-Life: Alyx, make it a difficult recommendation compared to the more affordable Meta Quest 3.
PlayStation Plus Adds Award-Winning 2025 PS5 Adventure Game
The horror adventure game The Midnight Walk is now available to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers on PS5 and PSVR2. Developed by MoonHood, the title features players guiding a character named The Burnt One through a dark world using a flame to fend off monsters.
This Chance To Get A Steam Frame For $1 Is One You Can’t Miss
A promotion is offering a chance to win a 1TB Steam Frame VR headset for just $1 through Fanatical's Mystery Chest Bundle. While the Meta Quest 3 is a budget option, the Steam Frame offers advantages like better weight distribution, more RAM, and eye tracking, along with access to PC VR titles like Half-Life: Alyx and Vertigo 2.
Gran Turismo 7 Celebrates Spec IV Update by Unveiling Limited Edition DualSense Controller
Polyphony Digital has released the first part of the Gran Turismo 7 Spec IV update, coinciding with the announcement of a limited-edition DualSense controller celebrating the franchise. The controller, priced at $84.99, will be available for pre-order on October 22nd and launches December 10th. The update introduces new cars and features, with a second part planned for December, and CEO Kazunori Yamauchi expressed gratitude for the game's growing player base and continued support.
Hello Games visar upp No Man's Sky på iOS
Hello Games has announced that No Man's Sky is coming to iOS on October 28th, with a free trial available at launch. The mobile version includes all 40+ updates and runs on iPhone 11 or higher, though iPhone 15 Pro or newer is required for planet settlements and multiplayer is not supported. The game has been optimized to be under 4 GB.
Phasmophobia’s 30 Million Sales Started With a 1,000-Unit Goal
Phasmophobia has surpassed 30 million sales across PC and consoles since its 2020 Early Access launch. Kinetic Games, led by director Daniel Knight, originally aimed to sell only 1,000 units in the first year. The studio also confirmed the return of the Crimson Eye Halloween event and plans for a 1.0 release in the second half of 2027.
Phasmophobia confirms 30 million sales as its Crimson Eye Halloween event returns
Phasmophobia has surpassed 30 million sales across PC and consoles since its 2020 Early Access launch. Developer Kinetic Games announced the milestone alongside the return of its annual Crimson Eye Halloween event, which features increased ghost speed and sanity drain for greater rewards. The game's director, Daniel Knight, expressed gratitude for the community's support, with the full 1.0 release now slated for the second half of 2027.
Sony agrees to transfer over 400 global VR patents to Meta following December 2025 agreement
Sony has agreed to transfer 419 global virtual reality patents to Meta, including 180 filed in the US, as part of an agreement signed in December 2025. This move follows Sony's sale of over 40 VR-related patents to Meta between June and September. The decision comes as Sony appears to be scaling back its VR efforts, while Meta continues to invest in VR technology despite significant financial losses in its Reality Labs division.
After months of PSVR 2 stock shortages, PlayStation sells hundreds of VR patents to Meta, signaling the brand's…
Meta has acquired 43 US XR patents from Sony, previously used for PlayStation VR and PlayStation VR2. This follows months of PlayStation VR2 stock shortages and a lack of software support, suggesting a potential winding down of Sony's VR efforts. Meta's acquisition comes despite its own recent cutbacks in the VR market.
PlayStation VR is Probably Done, as Sony Transfers 43 VR Patents to Meta
Sony has transferred 43 virtual, augmented, and mixed reality patents to Meta, signaling a potential end to its PlayStation VR efforts. This move, coupled with a lack of first-party support for the PlayStation VR2, suggests Sony may not pursue a third-generation VR headset. Meanwhile, Meta is advancing its VR technology with new lightweight glasses set to launch in Spring 2027.
