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September 9
- Two former Xbox executives say Game Pass is hurting first party studios➀ Two former Xbox executives have expressed concerns about the impact of Game Pass on first-party studios; ➁ They argue that the service is not properly valuing and rewarding the content created for it; ➂ The imbalance between the needs of the service, its operators, and content creators is highlighted.
- Amazon Prime’s God of War series begins filming next year➀ Amazon announced a deal to produce a God of War TV series for Prime Video; ➁ Production is set to begin in March 2026 in Vancouver, Canada; ➂ The series will last for at least two seasons, with the second season already greenlit.
- Thermaltake brings wooden accents to the View 270 Plus PC case➀ Thermaltake introduces a new version of its View 270 Plus mid-tower case with wood accents; ➁ The 'WS' model features a wood panel in the lower section, available in white and black finishes; ➂ The case retains the same interior capabilities as the original, with room for high-end components and liquid cooling options.
- G.Skill Trident Z5 NEO RGB DDR5-6000MT/s CL28 96GB Review➀ G.Skill's Trident Z5 Neo RGB DDR5-6000 memory is designed for overclocking on AMD platforms with EXPO support; ➁ The kit features aluminium heat spreaders with customisable RGB lighting and comes in various sizes and latencies; ➂ The reviewed 96GB kit uses SK Hynix M-die ICs and is rated at 6000MT/s with timings of 28-36-36-96 at 1.35V.
- The PS6 will reportedly launch with a detachable disc drive➀ Sony is reportedly planning to launch the PS6 with a detachable disc drive; ➁ The base model will be digital-only, with an optional disc drive available for purchase; ➂ This strategy is driven by the success of the PS5's optional drive and the desire to offer a lower entry price for the next-generation console.
September 8
- Concept art for Star Wars KOTOR Remake leaks➀ The Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Remake has been in development for five years with no official updates; ➁ A concept artist has leaked a screenshot showing the game's initial landing area on Kashyyyk; ➂ The original game featured four main planets, including Kashyyyk, Tatooine, Koriban, and Manaan, and the remake is expected to be true to the original's art direction.
- Sharkoon SGK50 S3 Wood PBT Keyboard Review➀ The Sharkoon Skiller SGK50 S3 Wood PBT keyboard features a unique wooden design and Gateron G Pro 3.0 switches; ➁ It offers a satisfying typing experience and is suitable for modern and minimalist setups; ➂ The keyboard has some drawbacks, such as a slightly wobbly USB-C port and less than ideal cable quality.
- Kingdom Hearts 4 and Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3 progressing “really smoothly”➀ Square Enix's Final Fantasy 7 Remake project is progressing smoothly with the third and final title set to arrive before the launch of PlayStation 6; ➁ Kingdom Hearts 4 is also moving forward according to schedule; ➂ Tetsuya Nomura reassures fans of the steady development of both games.
September 7
- Metal Gear Solid Snake Eater remake sold one million copies on launch day➀ Konami's Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater remake sold over one million copies on launch day; ➁ Despite technical issues, the game remains a hit with gamers; ➂ Konami is investigating performance problems and working on a patch.
- Lenovo unveils trio of Legion Pro OLED gaming monitors➀ Lenovo unveils a new trio of Legion Pro OLED gaming monitors at IFA 2025; ➁ The lineup includes two 4K high-refresh-rate models and a QHD option; ➂ All monitors feature rapid response times, stunning image quality, and support for AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and VESA Adaptive Sync.
September 6
- Machine Games confirms Wolfenstein 3 was planned before pivot to Indiana Jones➀ Machine Games had planned a trilogy with Wolfenstein: The New Order; ➁ The third game in the trilogy may finally be in development; ➂ The studio has shifted focus to Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, which has now been completed.
- Helldivers 2 reached nearly 1 million players on Xbox in first week➀ Helldivers 2 reached nearly 1 million players on Xbox in its first week; ➁ The game's success is attributed to its later launch on Xbox, which allowed for more exposure and positive word of mouth; ➂ The game has evolved from an isometric twin-stick shooter to a full third-person action game.
- LC-Power’s new M27UFD monitor offers Dual Mode 4K and up to 320Hz for just £329➀ LC-Power introduces the M27UFD monitor with Dual Mode 4K and 320Hz refresh rate; ➁ The monitor features a fast IPS non-glare panel and dual-mode resolution capability; ➂ It offers high color accuracy, DisplayHDR 400, and various gaming modes.
September 5
- Noctua will release its long-awaited AIO liquid cooler in 2026➀ Noctua has updated its product roadmap, scheduling the release of its first AIO liquid cooler for Q2 2026; ➁ The cooler is based on the Asetek G8 V2 platform with custom enhancements; ➂ The roadmap also includes updates on other Noctua products, such as the NH-D15 G2 chromax.black and the Pulsar Feinman mouse.
- Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown officially exceeds 3 million players➀ Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown has surpassed 3 million players; ➁ The game was initially undervalued by Ubisoft; ➂ Sales did not meet expectations, but the player count has since surged.
- Netflix’s Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft concludes with Season 2 this December➀ The Lara Croft series has been relatively quiet since the release of Shadow of the Tomb Raider in 2018, with the animated Netflix show Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft being the primary release in recent years. ➁ The series was confirmed for a second season last year and will conclude with the end of Season 2 in December. ➂ The first season received solid critic reviews but a less favorable user score. The second season follows Lara Croft as she retrieves stolen African Orisha masks and delves into the secrets of Orisha history.
- Hollow Knight: Silksong launches to over half a million concurrent players on Steam alone➀ After five years of anticipation, Hollow Knight: Silksong has been officially released, with a massive launch. It has reached over half a million concurrent players on Steam within hours. ➁ The game broke Steam, Nintendo eShop, PSN, and Xbox Store records due to lack of pre-orders. ➂ The original Hollow Knight sold over 15 million copies since 2017, and Silksong's launch seems poised to hit 10 million copies in its first month.
September 4
- Marvel Rivals is officially coming to PS4; no Xbox One version in sight➀ Marvel Rivals has been officially announced for PS4 as part of its 4th Seasonal update; ➁ No Xbox One version has been announced; ➂ The decision not to release on Xbox is likely due to the lower user base of Xbox compared to PS4.
- AVM FRITZ!Box 5690 Pro WiFi 7 Router Review➀ The AVM FRITZ!Box 5690 Pro offers unique features and advanced networking capabilities, including tri-band WiFi and direct fiber connectivity. ➁ It supports both WiFi 7 and WiFi 6E, and offers a variety of ports for connectivity options. ➂ The router is designed for small businesses and homes, with features like DECT cordless telephony and smart home support.
- 007 First Light officially launches in March of next year➀ IO Interactive and PlayStation have announced the release date for 007 First Light, which is set to launch on March 27, 2026; ➁ The game is expected to be available on all current-gen systems, including the Nintendo Switch 2, and will follow in the footsteps of IOI's previous franchise HITMAN; ➂ The game will cost £60, with a Legacy Edition available for purchase that includes additional items; ➃ Pre-orders will receive the full suite of Deluxe Edition additions for free.
- Iiyama launches trio of super-sized gaming monitors starting at £250➀ Iiyama introduces three new gaming monitors ranging from 32″ to 43″; ➁ The top models offer 240Hz refresh rate and HDMI 2.1; ➂ The largest model features 4K resolution and 144Hz refresh rate.
- Marvel’s Wolverine will reportedly be shown off during September’s PlayStation State of Play➀ Insomniac Games has been working on a new Marvel game featuring Wolverine for PlayStation 5; ➁ The game's official unveiling is reportedly set to take place during September's PlayStation State of Play event; ➂ The event is expected to include the first proper look at the game, with its next trailer having been completed.
- Sophie Turner officially cast as Lara Croft in live-action Tomb Raider show➀ Sophie Turner has been officially cast as Lara Croft in Amazon's live-action Tomb Raider TV show; ➁ The series is created, written, and executive produced by Phoebe Waller-Bridge; ➂ This marks the third live-action adaptation of Tomb Raider, following Angelina Jolie and Alicia Vikander's portrayals in films.
September 3
- Marvel Rivals reportedly coming to last-gen consoles➀ Marvel Rivals, a current-gen exclusive Hero Shooter, is reportedly set to release on PS4; ➁ The move is surprising as many live-service titles are dropping last-gen support; ➂ The game's Unreal Engine 5 roots and destructible environments present a challenge for last-gen performance.
- September’s Humble Choice line-up officially announced➀ The September Humble Choice lineup has been officially announced, offering a selection of games for £11.49. Titles include WWE 2K25, Destiny 2: Legacy Collection, The Plucky Squire, and more. ➁ The Destiny 2: Legacy Collection includes a majority of the game's past content. ➂ Humble is also offering themed bundles like the WB Play The Legends Bundle and the Duo of Justice – Ace Attorney and Mega Man bundle.
September 2
- T-Minus Zero Entertainment shut down by NetEase before they could ship their first game➀ T-Minus Zero Entertainment, a new studio co-founded by Rich Vogel and alumni from Bethesda and Bioware, was shut down by NetEase before they could release their first game; ➁ The studio was working on a third-person online multiplayer action game based on a new sci-fi IP; ➂ Despite support from NetEase, market conditions prevented the studio from securing the necessary funding.
- Win one of FIVE peripheral bundles from MARVO!➀ This month, KitGuru is offering five MARVO peripheral bundles to its readers; ➁ Each bundle includes a MARVO Magma M40 keyboard with Hall Effect switches and a MARVO Niro 50 mouse with tri-mode connectivity; ➂ To enter, participants must answer a question about their first gaming mouse on Facebook or X.
- Insider offers additional details on upcoming Nintendo Direct➀ The article discusses the upcoming Nintendo Direct event; ➁ It mentions the rumored date and timing of the event; ➃ It speculates on the content of the event, including potential announcements and expectations from fans.
- Hollow Knight: Silksong launch price officially confirmed➀ After half a decade of anticipation, Hollow Knight: Silksong's launch price is confirmed at $19.99; ➁ The game will launch on September 4th at 4PM CEST; ➂ No pre-order available, must wait until launch to purchase.
- Hell is Us has become one of Nacon’s highest rated games ever➀ Nacon, known for publishing games like The Sinking City and The Lord of the Rings: Gollum, is stepping up its publishing game with Hell is Us; ➁ Hell is Us, a 3rd-person melee-focused action-adventure, was delayed but received positive reviews for its atmosphere, exploration, and puzzles; ➂ The game is currently one of Nacon's highest-rated titles, with only WRC 9, Roguebook, and Ravenswatch surpassing it in reception.