Vishal Kamal has been covering video games for 7 years, writing about everything from hardware deals and new releases to esports and the business
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Gears of War: E-Day's release window may have been inadvertently revealed through a WWE Triplemania 34 advert, suggesting a potential September 2026 release. This timing would position the game before GTA 6's November release. Fans are eagerly awaiting a return to the series' original vibes.
Nintendo's share price has dropped 7% despite announcing a $50 price hike for the Switch 2, as investors worry about production costs and a barren 2026 game release list. The console has sold 20 million units and 50 million games, but the lack of upcoming big titles, including the next mainline Pokémon game not arriving until 2027, spooks backers. This contrasts with Sony's 10% share price leap, highlighting Nintendo's vulnerability.
Forza Horizon 6, set to launch on May 19, has suffered a significant leak due to unencrypted preload files on Steam, exposing 155 GB of content, including thousands of assets. This breach jeopardizes the launch of Xbox's upcoming racing game, despite promising new features like Horizon Rush and enhanced audio. The leak may impact the game's profitability, echoing the precedent set by the 007: First Light leak.
Embark on a challenging adventure through the Springtime Floating Festival Escape Maze in Disney Dreamlight Valley. This guide navigates you through avoiding the Queen of Hearts' card guards to claim the exclusive Wonderland Bird Umbrella reward. Master the maze with our step-by-step walkthrough.
Arjan Brussee, former Epic Games technical director, announces The Immense Engine, positioned as a European alternative to Unreal and Unity, integrating generative AI. This move aligns with European efforts to reduce dependency on US tech. The engine aims to serve beyond gaming, including defence simulation.
Forza Horizon 6 has suffered a significant leak, with the game appearing online nine days before its official May 15 release. The leak, affecting PC, undermines the $100 Premium Edition's promise of four-day early access. Despite this, the game is rumored to have already sold over 500,000 copies on Steam.
Forza Horizon 6's PC version has leaked online ahead of its May 19th release, attributed to an unencrypted Steam build upload mishap. The leak has drawn negative reactions from Premium Edition buyers who paid for early access. The game's legitimacy is confirmed by leaked videos and images circulating on social media and YouTube.
Forza Horizon 6's unencrypted game files were briefly available on Steam, leading to early downloads and cracked versions. Pirates, including a content creator who shared gameplay, face severe penalties, including a 69,895,509-hour ban until December 31, 9999. Microsoft's history of banning pirates, such as the 2009 console modification crackdown and permanent bans for Gears of War Remake leakers, suggests a zero-tolerance policy.
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight's early access on Xbox via Walmart codes has led to playable leaks ahead of its May 22 launch, prompting fanbase-wide spoiler alerts. Deluxe edition owners officially gain access on May 19. The unexpected early playability has drawn comparisons to a similar preload error affecting Forza Horizon 6.
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight has encountered pre-launch issues, with Walmart pre-order codes for Xbox Series X/S unlocking early, and the PC version incorporating Denuvo DRM, raising performance concerns. Despite this, the game promises to be a fun, family-friendly Arkham-esque experience filled with deep-cut references. Early access on Xbox was short-lived, with an update deactivating the game soon after.
