The Buzz

What’s happening across gaming, each story synthesized from every outlet covering it — ranked by how widely it’s reported. We credit and link the reporting; we never replace it.

120 stories, most widely reported first

Lead story
19 sourcesAug 19
Horizon Hunters Gathering rebooted as traditional co-op game after negative playtest feedback
Guerrilla Games is reportedly overhauling Horizon Hunters Gathering, removing live-service elements and shifting to a traditional co-op format following negative player feedback during playtests.
13 sourcesAug 19
Harvey Smith Launches New Immersive Sim Studio Black Pony Immersive
2 sourcesAug 19
Valve's Steam Frame VR headset setup videos leak online
2 sourcesAug 19
Inde Navarrette Reportedly Chose X-Men Role Over Heat 2
2 sourcesAug 19
Call of Duty Team Gifts Beta Code to Player Who Criticized MW4 Trailer
2 sourcesAug 19
Naughty Dog's The Last of Us Online was primary project before cancellation
2 sourcesAug 19
Pokémon Center releases 2026 Halloween merchandise collection
4 sourcesAug 20
RuneScape: Dragonwilds to launch on Xbox Game Pass September 15
16 sourcesAug 19
GTA 6 Gameplay Footage and Map Leak Online Amid Hacker Group's Demands
7 sourcesAug 19
Stop Killing Games Condemns GTA 6 Leakers Over Illegal Methods
3 sourcesAug 20
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Multiplayer Trailer Released Ahead of Beta
2 sourcesAug 19
SiN: Reloaded Remaster for PlayStation 5 Set for September 24 Release
2 sourcesAug 19
Mattel Announces 1:1 Scale Original Xbox Brick Replica
3 sourcesAug 19
Xbox 25th anniversary controller release date and price details leak
2 sourcesAug 19
EA employees express concerns following Saudi-led acquisition
4 sourcesAug 19
The Binding of Isaac: Repentance+ Online to launch same day as GTA 6
4 sourcesAug 19
GTA 6 Leaks Continue as Cyberleek Shares New Gameplay Footage
2 sourcesAug 19
Activision Reveals PC System Requirements for Modern Warfare 4 Beta
3 sourcesAug 19
James Pond Legacy collection announced for Nintendo Switch 2
3 sourcesAug 19
Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.71 Adds New Cars and Circuits
17 sourcesAug 19
Warren Spector Announces Retirement After 44 Years in Game Development
2 sourcesAug 19
Metal Gear Solid Mod Adds Co-Op Multiplayer After 28 Years
2 sourcesAug 19
Pokémon 30th Anniversary set rumored to include ultra-rare Mew card
3 sourcesAug 19
Hellraiser: Revival Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2, Launching October 2026
2 sourcesAug 19
Pokemon and Polaroid collaborate on limited-edition themed cameras and accessories
3 sourcesAug 19
Marvel's Wolverine-Themed PS5 Hardware Announced for September 2026 Release
2 sourcesAug 19
Christian Metal Band Demon Hunter Sues Netflix Over KPop Demon Hunters
8 sourcesAug 19
Subnautica 2 Early Access Update Adds Co-op Features and Charity Donation
2 sourcesAug 19
Disney Dreamlight Valley adds Punk Cut hairstyle for Pop City Star Path event
2 sourcesAug 19
Tides of Annihilation Previewed, Showcases Spectacle Action Gameplay
2 sourcesAug 19
Pokemon Center Suffers Data Breach, Cancels Orders in Europe
9 sourcesAug 19
Fired Rockstar Developers Urge Against GTA 6 Boycott, Seek Support for Legal Battle
1 sourceAug 19
Call of Duty: NEXT and Modern Warfare 4: Early Intel, PC Specs, Pre-loading, and More
1 sourceAug 19
Gears of War: E-Day and Gibson Unite for a Custom Guitar Collection
7 sourcesAug 19
Control Resonant goes gold, physical release delayed to October
2 sourcesAug 19
Marvel's Wolverine director addresses gameplay footage backlash
2 sourcesAug 19
Jason Kelce stars in Liquid Death and Garage Beer campaign asking for urine donations
1 sourceAug 19
Available for XBOX Insiders: Home Improvements, Local Save Game Management, and Profile Badges
2 sourcesAug 19
Rhapsody II: Ballad of the Little Princess Releases on Console Archives Platforms
2 sourcesAug 19
Namco's Arcade Racer Cyber Cycles to Receive First Home Port
2 sourcesAug 19
Former Human: Fall Flat Devs Launch New UK Studio Pretty Cool Games
2 sourcesAug 19
Doctor Who's future uncertain as writer speculates show may end quietly
2 sourcesAug 19
Silver Palace RPG Surpasses 10 Million Pre-Registrations
2 sourcesAug 19
Pokemon Center and Valve Steam Hardware Hit by Same Data Breach
2 sourcesAug 19
Alighieri Circle: Dante’s Bloodline announced for multiple platforms including Switch 2
4 sourcesAug 19
Xbox and Ikea announce gaming-themed furniture collaboration
2 sourcesAug 20
Splatoon 3 version 11.3.0 update released with new weapon and fixes
6 sourcesAug 19
Tekken 8 director Kohei Ikeda joins Katsuhiro Harada's VS Studio
10 sourcesAug 17
Marvel Cosmic Invasion announces Doctor Doom-themed DLC 'The Siege of Castle Doom'
1 sourceAug 19
Inside the brutal puzzles of Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival
1 sourceAug 19
Disney Dreamlight Valley adds Parks Floating Festival event with new puzzles
1 sourceAug 19
NTE Character Zankou Poses Challenges for F2P Players
2 sourcesAug 19
Ninja Baseball League-Man: Bases Loaded revival announced for multiple platforms
4 sourcesAug 18
Xbox Game Pass announces second wave of August 2026 additions
4 sourcesAug 18
Order of the Sinking Star Release Date Announced for Multiple Platforms
11 sourcesAug 18
Hayden Panettiere, voice of Kingdom Hearts' Kairi, dies at 36
4 sourcesAug 19
Former PlayStation executive comments on Sony's 2028 physical disc phase-out
3 sourcesAug 19
Bethesda Developers Rally Against Microsoft Layoffs Across North America
7 sourcesAug 19
US Army Unit Offers Soldiers Time Off to Play GTA 6 for Reenlistment
8 sourcesAug 19
Konami to shut down Castlevania: Grimoire of Souls in September
4 sourcesAug 18
Phantom Blade Zero State of Play Livestream Flooded With 'No Disc No Buy' Comments
3 sourcesAug 19
Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time receives modernized version on GOG
3 sourcesAug 19
Metal Gear Solid 4's PS3 references reportedly altered in Switch Master Collection Vol. 2
4 sourcesAug 19
Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis Remake Introduces RPG Mechanics and Focus Meter
8 sourcesAug 19
Angela Sant'Albano Reportedly Replaces Jennifer English in Tides of Annihilation
3 sourcesAug 18
Mortal Shell 2 Features Eight Unique Shells with Varied Playstyles
6 sourcesAug 18
Sony CEO Confirms No PS6 Launch Date Amid Component Shortages
3 sourcesAug 19
Sony Announces Pulse Elevate Wireless Speakers for PS5, Launching November 2026
3 sourcesAug 18
Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition Gameplay Trailer Released Ahead of Switch 2 Launch
3 sourcesAug 18
TMNT: Splintered Fate adds Slash DLC and King's Gambit story update
3 sourcesAug 19
The Witcher 3 Cut NPC Fear Mechanic Led to Unintended Baby-Dropping Behavior
1 sourceAug 18
Diablo 4 reveals Warlock class in Lord of Hatred expansion during anniversary livestream
2 sourcesAug 19
Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days announced for multiple platforms, launching March 2027
3 sourcesAug 19
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 'Override' launches August 20 with gaming legends theme
2 sourcesAug 19
Breaking Bad's 'Face Off' Episode to Screen in Theaters for Anniversary
5 sourcesAug 18
Former PlayStation executive advised Clair Obscur devs against calling it a turn-based RPG
1 sourceAug 19
GTA 6 Leaks Linked to Criticism of Rockstar's Decisions
2 sourcesAug 19
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta offers campaign, multiplayer, and Warzone preview with unlockable rewards
17 sourcesAug 18
Kingdom Hearts 4 release window set for late 2027, Coco world revealed at D23
6 sourcesAug 18
Mortal Shell 2 releases to positive reviews as a refined soulslike sequel
3 sourcesAug 18
Xbox Teases Surprise Game Announcement at Gamescom 2026
2 sourcesAug 18
GTA 6 gameplay footage and map details leak online, prompting Rockstar takedowns
4 sourcesAug 19
Bethesda Announces Updates for Skyrim and Fallout 4, Warns of Potential Mod Issues
2 sourcesAug 18
Peacock Streaming Service Announces Fourth Consecutive Price Increase
2 sourcesAug 19
GameStop customer trades hundreds of broken consoles for over $10,000 in store credit
1 sourceAug 18
Honkai: Star Rail announces multiple version updates and anniversary plans
1 sourceAug 19
Dune: Part Three Early Screenings Face High Demand and Scalping Issues
2 sourcesAug 18
NBA 2K27 Preseason Breakdown Reveals New Features and Updates
2 sourcesAug 18
GTA 6 map reportedly leaks online showing Vice City and Leonida state
4 sourcesAug 18
1000xResist to Release on Nintendo Switch 2 on August 20
2 sourcesAug 19
Mortal Shell 2 features diverse weapons and shells impacting playstyles
5 sourcesAug 18
The Sinking City 2 releases as a Lovecraftian survival horror sequel
2 sourcesAug 19
Mortal Shell 2 Introduces Detailed Status Effects and Ailments
2 sourcesAug 18
Dune: Part Three trailer released, ticket sales cause app crashes
2 sourcesAug 19
Framework Laptop 12 updated with Intel Wildcat Lake processors for improved battery life
2 sourcesAug 19
Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo announced for Nintendo Switch 2
2 sourcesAug 19
Pirated Marvel Tōkon build reportedly outperforms official PC version due to DRM issues
2 sourcesAug 19
Crunchyroll Removes Majority of Physical Products from Subscription-Locked Store
2 sourcesAug 18
Sebastian Stan Confirms Role as Harvey Dent in The Batman: Part 2
14 sourcesAug 17
Matt Groening Teases Potential Return of The Simpsons: Hit & Run
6 sourcesAug 17
Gameplay footage of canceled Star Wars RPG Magellan surfaces online
2 sourcesAug 18
ARC Raiders update introduces dynamic map conditions based on peak hours
2 sourcesAug 18
The Duskbloods Network Test codes distributed ahead of weekend beta
2 sourcesAug 19
Sebastian Stan says he hasn't read full Avengers: Doomsday script
3 sourcesAug 18
Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter receives version 1.07 Legacy Patch update
2 sourcesAug 18
Hexplorando, a Cozy Puzzle-Building Game, Announced for Nintendo Switch and PC
2 sourcesAug 18
Lego Announces New Batman Returns Batmobile Set
2 sourcesAug 18
Star Wars: Galactic Racer Multiplayer Tour Mode Previewed
2 sourcesAug 19
Xbox Game Pass adds multiple new titles including Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy
2 sourcesAug 18
The Duskbloods Character Classes Leaked Ahead of Closed Network Test
2 sourcesAug 19
Drakong Releases Attack on Titan-Themed Blind Box Collectible Controllers
2 sourcesAug 18
Battlefield 6 Free Trial Coincides with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta
1 sourceAug 18
Nioh 3 Achieves Record Sales and Player Counts on Launch
1 sourceAug 18
Heartopia launches on Steam after mobile release, achieves global popularity
4 sourcesAug 17
Diablo 4 Switch 2 port rumored for September release with expansions
1 sourceAug 19
Fan-made Breath of the Wild demake for 3DS surfaces online
2 sourcesAug 18
Uncharted's Difficulty Designed to Extend Game Length, Says Former Developer
3 sourcesAug 18
Phantom Blade Zero showcased in PlayStation State of Play with new gameplay details
2 sourcesAug 18
Five Games Including The Witcher 3 to Leave Xbox Game Pass in August 2026
2 sourcesAug 18
Marvel's Kevin Feige Teases Extensive Future for X-Men Films

The Buzz

Horizon Hunters Gathering rebooted as traditional co-op game after negative playtest feedback

Harvey Smith Launches New Immersive Sim Studio Black Pony Immersive

Valve's Steam Frame VR headset setup videos leak online

Inde Navarrette Reportedly Chose X-Men Role Over Heat 2

Call of Duty Team Gifts Beta Code to Player Who Criticized MW4 Trailer

Naughty Dog's The Last of Us Online was primary project before cancellation

Pokémon Center releases 2026 Halloween merchandise collection

RuneScape: Dragonwilds to launch on Xbox Game Pass September 15

GTA 6 Gameplay Footage and Map Leak Online Amid Hacker Group's Demands

Stop Killing Games Condemns GTA 6 Leakers Over Illegal Methods

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Multiplayer Trailer Released Ahead of Beta

SiN: Reloaded Remaster for PlayStation 5 Set for September 24 Release

Mattel Announces 1:1 Scale Original Xbox Brick Replica

Xbox 25th anniversary controller release date and price details leak

EA employees express concerns following Saudi-led acquisition

The Binding of Isaac: Repentance+ Online to launch same day as GTA 6

GTA 6 Leaks Continue as Cyberleek Shares New Gameplay Footage

Activision Reveals PC System Requirements for Modern Warfare 4 Beta

James Pond Legacy collection announced for Nintendo Switch 2

Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.71 Adds New Cars and Circuits

Warren Spector Announces Retirement After 44 Years in Game Development

Metal Gear Solid Mod Adds Co-Op Multiplayer After 28 Years

Pokémon 30th Anniversary set rumored to include ultra-rare Mew card

Hellraiser: Revival Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2, Launching October 2026

Pokemon and Polaroid collaborate on limited-edition themed cameras and accessories

Marvel's Wolverine-Themed PS5 Hardware Announced for September 2026 Release

Christian Metal Band Demon Hunter Sues Netflix Over KPop Demon Hunters

Subnautica 2 Early Access Update Adds Co-op Features and Charity Donation

Disney Dreamlight Valley adds Punk Cut hairstyle for Pop City Star Path event

Tides of Annihilation Previewed, Showcases Spectacle Action Gameplay

Pokemon Center Suffers Data Breach, Cancels Orders in Europe

Fired Rockstar Developers Urge Against GTA 6 Boycott, Seek Support for Legal Battle

Call of Duty: NEXT and Modern Warfare 4: Early Intel, PC Specs, Pre-loading, and More

Gears of War: E-Day and Gibson Unite for a Custom Guitar Collection

Control Resonant goes gold, physical release delayed to October

Marvel's Wolverine director addresses gameplay footage backlash

Jason Kelce stars in Liquid Death and Garage Beer campaign asking for urine donations

Available for XBOX Insiders: Home Improvements, Local Save Game Management, and Profile Badges

Rhapsody II: Ballad of the Little Princess Releases on Console Archives Platforms

Namco's Arcade Racer Cyber Cycles to Receive First Home Port

Former Human: Fall Flat Devs Launch New UK Studio Pretty Cool Games

Doctor Who's future uncertain as writer speculates show may end quietly

Silver Palace RPG Surpasses 10 Million Pre-Registrations

Pokemon Center and Valve Steam Hardware Hit by Same Data Breach

Alighieri Circle: Dante’s Bloodline announced for multiple platforms including Switch 2

Xbox and Ikea announce gaming-themed furniture collaboration

Splatoon 3 version 11.3.0 update released with new weapon and fixes

Tekken 8 director Kohei Ikeda joins Katsuhiro Harada's VS Studio

Marvel Cosmic Invasion announces Doctor Doom-themed DLC 'The Siege of Castle Doom'

Inside the brutal puzzles of Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival

Disney Dreamlight Valley adds Parks Floating Festival event with new puzzles

NTE Character Zankou Poses Challenges for F2P Players

Ninja Baseball League-Man: Bases Loaded revival announced for multiple platforms

Xbox Game Pass announces second wave of August 2026 additions

Order of the Sinking Star Release Date Announced for Multiple Platforms

Hayden Panettiere, voice of Kingdom Hearts' Kairi, dies at 36

Former PlayStation executive comments on Sony's 2028 physical disc phase-out

Bethesda Developers Rally Against Microsoft Layoffs Across North America

US Army Unit Offers Soldiers Time Off to Play GTA 6 for Reenlistment

Konami to shut down Castlevania: Grimoire of Souls in September

Phantom Blade Zero State of Play Livestream Flooded With 'No Disc No Buy' Comments

Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time receives modernized version on GOG

Metal Gear Solid 4's PS3 references reportedly altered in Switch Master Collection Vol. 2

Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis Remake Introduces RPG Mechanics and Focus Meter

Angela Sant'Albano Reportedly Replaces Jennifer English in Tides of Annihilation

Mortal Shell 2 Features Eight Unique Shells with Varied Playstyles

Sony CEO Confirms No PS6 Launch Date Amid Component Shortages

Sony Announces Pulse Elevate Wireless Speakers for PS5, Launching November 2026

Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition Gameplay Trailer Released Ahead of Switch 2 Launch

TMNT: Splintered Fate adds Slash DLC and King's Gambit story update

The Witcher 3 Cut NPC Fear Mechanic Led to Unintended Baby-Dropping Behavior

Diablo 4 reveals Warlock class in Lord of Hatred expansion during anniversary livestream

Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days announced for multiple platforms, launching March 2027

Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 'Override' launches August 20 with gaming legends theme

Breaking Bad's 'Face Off' Episode to Screen in Theaters for Anniversary

Former PlayStation executive advised Clair Obscur devs against calling it a turn-based RPG

GTA 6 Leaks Linked to Criticism of Rockstar's Decisions

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta offers campaign, multiplayer, and Warzone preview with unlockable rewards

Kingdom Hearts 4 release window set for late 2027, Coco world revealed at D23