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Evening Reading - October 2, 2026
This Friday reading covers a variety of gaming news including updates on The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Fortnite, Minecraft, and Monster Hunter Wilds. It also touches on the cancellation of PUBG's Black Budget, Deadlock's Rat King, and Team Fortress 2's Scream Fortress event. Additionally, there are mentions of game deals, a review of Star Wars: Galactic Racer, and updates for World of Warcraft and Marvel Snap.
Black Budget Joins PUBG’s Second Spin-Off Canceled Before Launch
Krafton has canceled its extraction-shooter spin-off, PUBG: Black Budget, before its launch following an internal review. The publisher cited that the game's current direction would not support a long-term player experience. This marks the second PUBG spin-off to be canceled, following PUBG: Blindspot.
Krafton shuts down PUBG spin-off Black Budget nine months after closed alpha test
Krafton has ceased development on its PUBG spin-off, Black Budget, just nine months after its closed alpha test. The company cited that the game's current direction would not allow for a long-term enjoyable player experience. This marks the second PUBG spin-off cancellation this year, following Blindspot in March.
Battlefield 6 and REDSEC Get Major Gameplay Changes | Invision Game Community
Battlefield Studios has announced significant gameplay updates for Battlefield 6 and Battlefield REDSEC, coinciding with the start of Year 2 and Season 5. The changes focus on core systems including vehicle combat, gunplay, and Battle Royale features like matchmaking and reconnect functionality. These updates aim to enhance player experience and dynamic matches, with continued development planned through 2027.
Krafton pulls the plug on another PUBG game, Black Budget, less than a year after it was announced
Krafton has announced the cancellation of its extraction shooter spin-off, PUBG: Black Budget, less than a year after its announcement. The company cited that the game's current direction would not allow for a long-term enjoyable player experience. This marks the second PUBG spin-off to be cancelled, following PUBG: Blindspot.
Making our favorite FPS modes 1v1 to decide the greatest of them all
This article discusses the diverse and enduring appeal of various first-person shooter game modes. It introduces a reader-voted tournament to determine the greatest FPS mode, pitting popular formats like Team Deathmatch, Battle Royale, and Capture the Flag against each other.
Snart kan man stänga av tokiga skins i Call of Duty: Warzone
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, launching October 23, will introduce a new toggle for Call of Duty: Warzone. This option allows players to disable all "crazy skins" and see only characters from Modern Warfare 4, enhancing immersion by removing outlandish cosmetic items.
I've already had a ton of fun with Wardogs - in a tough year for competitive shooters, it's a jolt of electricity that's brought a genre gasping back to life
Wardogs, an early access competitive shooter from Bulkhead and Team17, offers a refreshing take on the genre by integrating a unique cash mechanic that incentivizes various player actions beyond direct combat. While this system creates a fascinating critique of late capitalism and can lead to players prioritizing profit over victory, the game successfully blends elements from Battlefield, ArmA, and Counter-Strike, providing engaging gameplay with responsive controls and atmospheric maps. Despite a potential flaw where avoiding combat is the most rewarding strategy, the game is already a jolt of electricity for the genre.
Update Besar PUBG Mobile & Free Fire: Map Baru, Fitur Revive Diperbarui, dan Rincian Tier Rewards Season 2026
PUBG Mobile and Free Fire have released major updates for their 2026 competitive season, introducing new maps, updated revive mechanics, and exclusive tier rewards. The updates aim to enhance gameplay and maintain the intensity of the mobile battle royale genre.
Here’s Why Fortnite Sucks This Season
This season of Fortnite's core Battle Royale mode is criticized for an overabundance of random gimmicks like Sprites and Overrides, leading to a disorienting and inconsistent player experience. The article argues that this excessive randomness, particularly with mechanics like the Speed Shooter Override, negatively impacts player numbers and makes the game less engaging and more frustrating, contrasting it unfavorably with the more consistent Reload mode.
This 78-year-old grandmother has an insatiable lust for violence (in Fortnite)
Scottish grandmother Cath Bowie, also known as grumpygran1948, has been recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's oldest female Fortnite streamer. Bowie, who began playing in 2017, has amassed over 24,000 followers and enjoys eliminating opponents in the battle royale game, encouraging others that age is no barrier to gaming.
Call Of Duty’s Carry Forward Will Continue In Warzone For MW4, But There’s A Catch
Activision is changing how legacy weapons and operator skins will function in Call of Duty: Warzone with the integration of Modern Warfare 4. While older weapons will remain usable, their Gunsmith customization options will be limited, with only pre-set five-attachment versions or owned blueprints available. This change aims to focus the weapon meta on Modern Warfare 4 but may alienate players who prefer customizing their favorite legacy guns.
GTA 6 will have ‘league wide’ impact on all sports warns athlete
NBA player Steven Adams humorously warned that Grand Theft Auto 6's November release will cause a 'league wide' drop in sports performance as fans will be too preoccupied playing the game. He suggested that professional sports leagues, including the NFL, might see a decline in performance for the month of November. This prediction comes as Grand Theft Auto 5 is the best-selling video game of all time, and Grand Theft Auto 6 is anticipated to be a major cultural event.
PUBG Drops Another Free Survivor Pack For Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Members
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can claim the free PUBG – 2026 Xbox Game Pass Exclusive Survivor Pack #3, which includes Hunter's Chests, Keys, and Contraband Coupons. This limited-time offer is available once per account on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.
'All roads lead back to Arma'
The Arma series, developed by Bohemia Interactive, has profoundly influenced the PC gaming landscape, serving as the foundation for numerous popular genres and games. Its open-platform approach has fostered innovation, leading to the creation of mods that evolved into standalone titles like DayZ, the entire battle royale genre pioneered by PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds, and even influencing Grand Theft Auto 5 roleplaying communities.
Best Loadouts In Call Of Duty: Warzone For BO7 Season 6
This guide provides recommended weapon loadouts for Call of Duty: Warzone's Season 6, the final season for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. It details attachments and weapon build codes for various assault rifles, submachine guns, and a sniper rifle to optimize performance in battle royale and Resurgence modes.
With "11 kills, 12 kills at a time," battle royale hybrid Project Zeta is not your daddy's MOBA (or your…
Nirvanana's Project Zeta aims to blend MOBA, battle royale, and hero shooter elements into a new hybrid experience. Executive producer Namseok Kim highlighted the game's focus on player satisfaction through frequent, high-kill skirmishes, differentiating it from traditional MOBAs. The developer is actively incorporating player feedback from public tests to refine the game's design and map.
Roguelike FPS Dednet exists to spread "the gospel of PUBG," says creative director, which means it has "infinite" gameplay opportunities
PUBG: Dednet is a new roguelike FPS from the creators of PUBG, aiming to spread the "gospel of PUBG" with "infinite" gameplay opportunities. Creative director Dave Curd explains that unlike its predecessor, Dednet embraces imbalance through roguelike mechanics, encouraging aggressive play and frequent runs. The game features a '90s Pacific Northwest-inspired setting and aims to provide a chaotic, high-risk, high-reward experience for players tired of overly safe game design.
Jujutsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton Delayed to 2027 | Invision Game Community
Shueisha Games has announced that Jujutsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton, an upcoming survivors royale game, has been delayed from its planned 2026 release to 2027 to allow for further improvements. A new trailer has been released, and players can experience the game for the first time at Tokyo Game Show 2026.
Apex Legends vs Street Fighter Collaboration Details
Apex Legends is launching a "Vs Street Fighter" collaboration event on September 22, 2026, featuring unlockable skins for characters like Ryu, Chun-Li, Akuma, and Cammy. The event will also introduce themed weapon skins, new emotes, and a revamped Olympus map with a "Fighter Form" mechanic that grants temporary enhanced abilities. This crossover aims to keep Apex Legends competitive in the battle royale market.
