Microsoft's ninth-generation gaming consoles.
Rockstar Games has confirmed key details for Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) on preorder day, including a $79.99 base price, a $99.99 Ultimate Edition, and exclusive PS5 features leveraging the DualSense controller and near instant loading times. Preorders start June 25, with a Vintage Vice City Pack and a free month of GTA+ for digital preorders. The game is slated for release on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S.
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on August 28, 2026, complete with the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, new content, and performance adjustments. The Tarnished Pack DLC will also be available on other platforms, including PS4, PS5, Xbox, and PC via Steam. This release rounds out the game's platform lineup after selling 30 million copies worldwide.
Call of Duty: Warzone will cease operations on PS4 and Xbox One as Modern Warfare 4 shifts to current-gen consoles. Existing players can continue playing until Season 1 launches on October 23, after which Warzone will no longer be playable on last-gen consoles. This marks a significant milestone in the sunset of 13-year-old console generations.
Activision teases an imminent reveal of the next Call of Duty Modern Warfare game, hinting at a Korean setting through a live YouTube video. Infinity Ward confirms the development of the "definitive Modern Warfare" game, set to release exclusively on current-gen consoles (PS5, Xbox Series X/S). The reveal is anticipated around the Xbox Games Showcase on June 7, 2026.
GTA 6 is officially set to launch on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S, as confirmed by Take-Two's CEO, Strauss Zelnick, easing delay concerns. The game is anticipated to drive a "breakout year" for Take-Two, with expected revenue of $8-8.2 billion in the 2027 fiscal year. Pre-orders and a marketing campaign are slated to kick off this summer.
Subnautica 2 has achieved a remarkable launch, attracting 467,000 concurrent players on Steam within its first hour and selling 1 million copies in the same timeframe. Despite being in Early Access, the game's co-op, meaty narrative, and expansive sea exploration have already drawn in a massive audience. With its positive but cautious critical reception, Subnautica 2 sets a promising foundation for its ongoing development.
With Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) set to release on November 19, 2026, for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, Rockstar has announced an "exciting new update" for Grand Theft Auto Online (GTA Online) this summer, sparking speculation about the online mode's future. After 13 years and nearly 50 updates, fans wonder if this could be a farewell update or a new chapter. Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick hints at potential continued support for GTA Online, citing consumer engagement as a key factor.
Despite its challenging launch, Cyberpunk 2077 surpasses The Witcher 3 in sales, highlighting CD Projekt Red's commitment to continuous improvement.