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War for Westeros Targets Game of Thrones Fans With 'Set and Forget' RTS Design

PlaySide Studios is building War for Westeros with a 'set and forget' worker system and robust tutorials to welcome Game of Thrones fans who have never played a real-time strategy game. The PC title launches next year with HBO-approved character likenesses and commander heroes that buff nearby units. Weekly internal playtests and heat map data are shaping faction balance ahead of release.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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Street Fighter 6 Reveals Arjun Gameplay Trailer Ahead of October 13 Launch

Capcom has unveiled a new gameplay trailer for Arjun, the Indian brawler joining Street Fighter 6 on October 13 as part of the fourth seasonal character pass. The trailer showcases his wind and earth elemental powers alongside a Bollywood-inspired level three super art that references classic choreography.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Leaked Store Listing Points to $60 Price on Switch 2

A leaked Australian Nintendo Store listing suggests The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake will launch digitally at $59.99 USD on Switch 2 in 2026. The price matches Yoshi and the Mysterious Book and sits $10 above the recent Star Fox remake, signaling a graphical upgrade rather than a full gameplay overhaul.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct: Start Time, How to Watch, and What to Expect

Nintendo is preparing to celebrate four decades of The Legend of Zelda with a dedicated Direct presentation. The showcase will air globally and promises new details on the franchise's past, present, and future. Fans should tune in for potential game announcements, merchandise reveals, and a look back at the series' history.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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LG UltraGear 5K Monitors Launch: AI Upscaling and Dual Mode Arrive on GM9 and GX9

LG has launched two new UltraGear evo monitors for 2026, the 27-inch GM9 with Hyper Mini LED and the 39-inch GX9 ultrawide OLED. Both displays feature industry-first on-device AI upscaling to 5K resolution and a Dual Mode that switches between 5K at 165Hz and 1440p at 330Hz. The monitors also include DisplayPort 2.1 UHBR20 support, promising bandwidth for high refresh rates at maximum resolution without compressing the signal.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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Forza Horizon 6 PS5 Release Still Targeting 2026 Despite Crowded Holiday Schedule

Playground Games has confirmed that Forza Horizon 6 remains on track for a PlayStation 5 launch later this year, even as the 2026 holiday window fills with heavy hitters like GTA 6 and Call of Duty. The studio urged players to wishlist the title on the PlayStation Store for availability notifications.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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Once Human Launches Free on Xbox Series X|S With Game Pass and New First-Person Mode

Once Human, the free-to-play survival shooter from NetEase Interactive Entertainment, is now available on Xbox Series X|S with full Game Pass integration. The launch brings cross-play, cross-progression, and a new first-person perspective toggle alongside exclusive subscriber perks.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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GTA 6 Launches at Midnight Local Time Worldwide, Giving New Zealand a 20-Hour Head Start

Rockstar will launch Grand Theft Auto 6 at midnight local time on November 19 across most countries, creating a staggered global rollout that starts in New Zealand roughly 20 hours before the Americas. Xbox Series X/S owners can change their console region to access the game early, while PlayStation 5 players would need a separate New Zealand account and gift card. Pre-loading begins November 12, the same day boxed copies with digital codes ship.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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Pokémon TCG First Partner Collection Series 3 Restocks at Amazon for $33.99

Amazon has restocked the Pokémon TCG First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3 at $33.99, matching current market prices on TCGplayer. This final set in the trilogy completes the full 27-card starter Pokémon collection spanning all nine generations.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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Steam Hits $15bn Revenue in 2026 as Forza Horizon 6 Leads New Releases

Valve's Steam platform has generated $15 billion in revenue so far in 2026, with Forza Horizon 6 emerging as the highest-grossing new release at $210.5 million. The top six new games combined account for just 6.6 percent of Steam's total revenue, highlighting the platform's reliance on its vast back catalog.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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Nintendo Direct Rumors Heat Up as Leaker Malo932 Scrubs YouTube History

Two Nintendo Directs are scheduled for September 8 and 9, 2026, and a wave of new leaks from Malo932 and NecroFelipe claims a new Super Smash Bros., Nintendogs revival, Mario Kart World DLC with Fox, and Luigi's Mansion 4 are all in development. Malo932 has since deleted their YouTube comments and changed their display name to "stop," fueling speculation about the source's credibility.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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Sony Reportedly Reviving Killzone After 13-Year Dormancy

Sony is reportedly planning to bring the Killzone franchise back after 13 years of dormancy, with Guerrilla Games potentially collaborating with an external studio on a remaster, remake, or reboot. The last mainline entry, Killzone: Shadow Fall, launched as a PS4 title in 2013, and the original trilogy remains inaccessible on PS5.

Vishal Kamal·1 min read

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Nintendo Developing New Smash Bros, Nintendogs, and Mario Kart DLC With Star Fox, Leaker Claims

Notable leaker Malo932 claims Nintendo is working on an all-new Super Smash Bros and a fresh Nintendogs entry, alongside Mario Kart DLC featuring Fox McCloud. The source accurately predicted this week's dual Nintendo Direct presentations and previously nailed announcements for a Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake and new Switch Sports. Fellow leaker NatetheHate has since corroborated several of these claims.