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Everything New In Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.5
CD Projekt Red announced Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.5, which will include new items and features inspired by the second season of the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners anime. The update is scheduled for release on October 22 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with a later release for Switch 2. A new quest serving as a prequel to Edgerunners Season 2 will also be added, featuring voice actors from the anime.
Xbox follows in PlayStation's footsteps, introducing AMD FSR 4.1, targeting better graphics and performance on Series X/S
Microsoft announced that AMD's FSR 4.1 image upscaling technology will be coming to Xbox Series X and Series S consoles, as well as handhelds like the ASUS ROG Ally. This AI-driven technology renders games at a lower resolution and upscales them for improved visuals and performance, potentially extending the life of current-generation hardware. The move follows Sony's recent introduction of its own upscaling technology, QSSR, for the PlayStation 5.
I'm not surprised by how much Yakuza DNA is in Stranger Than Heaven, but I am shocked by how much I love it
Stranger Than Heaven, the latest project from Yakuza developer Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio, blends familiar themes of found family with ambitious storytelling structures. The game explores identity and belonging through the life of protagonist Makoto Daito across multiple eras, featuring a combat system that feels akin to a fighting game and detailed minigames like music composition and show business management.
Get Cracking! Arctic Eggs Brings Weird Cooking To Xbox
Arctic Eggs is a peculiar physics-driven cooking adventure available on Xbox Series X|S. Players take on the role of a disgraced Poultry Peddler tasked with feeding strange inhabitants by mastering the art of flipping eggs and other ingredients with realistic physics. The game blends quirky sci-fi storytelling and deadpan humor with challenging cooking mechanics.
Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown – DLC Features Overview Trailer
Pearl Abyss has released a new trailer for Crimson Desert's upcoming DLC, "Charting the Unknown," detailing new stories and exploration features. The DLC, launching October 29 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, and Epic Games Store, will also include pre-order bonuses.
COD: Modern Warfare 4 DMZ players are spawning in the middle of a road and being flattened before they can do anything
Players of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's DMZ mode are experiencing an issue where they spawn directly on a road and are immediately run over by enemy AI before they can react. This frustrating bug, which has been noted by multiple players and documented on Reddit, can end a match instantly and lead to the loss of all in-game gear. Infinity Ward has since released a patch to address this specific spawning problem.
Microsoft is encouraging Xbox owners to sell their consoles in bizarre promotion
Microsoft is reportedly emailing lapsed Xbox owners, encouraging them to trade in their consoles to Best Buy for up to $375. This promotion, aimed at boosting active player numbers and Game Pass subscriptions, has been met with criticism for its optics and the current low sales of Xbox consoles in the US.
Here's our second wave of Xbox Game Pass games for October 2026
Microsoft has announced the second wave of games coming to Xbox Game Pass in October 2026. The additions include the console debuts of The Séance of Blake Manor and Mouthwashing, alongside Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade. Several games are also departing the service.
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.
Träsktrollet är tillbaka – Shrek 2 Remastered har utannonserats
Aspyr has announced Shrek 2 Remastered, a revamped version of the 2004 game, set to release on November 11 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The remaster will feature improved graphics, expanded multiplayer options including local and online play for up to four players, a new photo mode, and the ability to switch between characters and utilize cheats.
Xbox's next-gen console to reportedly cost up to $1,800, with a Helix handheld coming in 2027 and a full release in holiday 2028
A report from Fortune Magazine indicates that Xbox's next-generation console, codenamed Project Helix, may launch with prices ranging from $1,200 to $1,800. The console family is expected to include a traditional home console planned for holiday 2028 and a handheld device targeting holiday 2027. This potential price increase is attributed to ongoing global hardware shortages, which have already led to price hikes for current-generation consoles.
Marvel Rivals Is Getting a 50-Player PvE Mode Where Everyone Teams Up Against Thanos Like in Avengers: Endgame
Marvel Rivals is introducing a new 50-player PvE mode called Path to Doomsday, where players will team up to fight Thanos and his army, inspired by the final battle in Avengers: Endgame. This cooperative mode is scheduled to launch on October 22, 2026, as part of Season 10.5. Marvel Rivals is a free-to-play title available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Games Inbox: What is the best Nintendo game of 2026?
Readers discuss the best Nintendo games of 2026, with Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave emerging as a strong contender. Concerns are raised about the high cost of current-generation consoles like the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5, and their potential impact on the industry's future. The discussion also touches on the evolution of graphics, digital versus physical media, and the ongoing debate about console generations.
Cyberpunk 2077 Update Adds Edgerunners 2 Prequel Quest, New Radio Station, Mod Support, and More
CD Projekt RED has released a significant update for Cyberpunk 2077, introducing new content such as a prequel quest related to the Edgerunners anime, a new radio station featuring music from the show, and cross-platform mod support. The update also brings a field-of-view slider for consoles, DLSS 4.5 support for PC, a new lore-focused quest, and the highly anticipated dual-wielding mechanic for pistols and revolvers.
AMD FSR 4.1 is Coming to Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Ally in October
AMD has announced that its FSR 4.1 update will be released in October 2026 for the Xbox Series X|S and ASUS ROG Ally. This update aims to enhance gaming performance and visual fidelity through advanced upscaling technology. The company also mentioned FSR Diamond support in Project Helix for future consoles.
Next Xbox Console Planned for Holiday 2028, “Next-Generation Handheld” Coming in 2027
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has revealed that the next Xbox console is planned for a Holiday 2028 release, with a "next-generation handheld device" set to launch in Holiday 2027. The next-gen console is projected to cost between $1,200 and $1,800. Plans for a revamped Game Pass subscription service with tiered features are also in development.
Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown Trailer Details Boss Rush, Strongholds, Naval Combat, and More
Pearl Abyss has released a new trailer for Crimson Desert's upcoming Charting the Unknown DLC, detailing new features such as customizable ships for naval combat, the ability to build and manage strongholds as businesses, and the introduction of a boss rush mode. The DLC is set to launch on October 29th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Resident Evil – Code: Veronica Had a “Direct, Negative” Impact on the Series – Former Capcom Exec
Former Capcom manager Miguel Conti stated that Resident Evil – Code: Veronica had a direct, negative impact on the franchise, leading to the more action-oriented Resident Evil 5 and 6. While some developers consider Code: Veronica the best pre-RE4 title, Conti argues Resident Evil 2 is superior and that Code: Veronica's shift towards action alienated the horror roots of the series. Capcom is planning a remake of Code: Veronica for a 2027 release.
Football Manager 27 is Getting a Free Launch Preview From October 29th to November 3rd
Sports Interactive will offer a free preview of Football Manager 27 from October 29th to November 3rd across multiple platforms, allowing players to experience the full game before its November 10th release. This preview replaces the traditional beta access, and save data will transfer to the full game. The announcement comes after Football Manager 26 received mixed reviews due to technical issues and a criticized interface, though the upcoming title promises significant enhancements to the match engine, management systems, and UI.
PS6 Chip’s Bill of Materials is $200 Lower Than Project Helix – Rumor
A rumor from leaker KeplerL2 suggests the PlayStation 6's bill of materials is approximately $200 lower than Microsoft's Project Helix chip, despite the latter having more raw compute power. The report indicates that console design is a long process and neither Sony nor Microsoft intended for next-gen consoles to exceed $1,000, with current hardware market conditions for memory and storage being a significant factor. Despite potential delays being discussed, production pipelines for both consoles are reportedly too far along to change.
