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• Latest news FlashForge AD5X 3D printer drops to $210 on AliExpress

  IGN reports the FlashForge AD5X 3D printer is on sale at AliExpress for $210.08 after applying coupon code "23USAFF." The same model is listed at $349 on Amazon, IGN says. The printer is being sold from FlashForge's official AliExpress store and ships free from the United States, with IGN reporting delivery in one to two weeks. IGN also notes the offer is part of AliExpress' Fall Sale and is available for a limited time.

• Latest news Wordle (NYT) answer and hints for September 18, 2026

  TheGamer published hints and the answer for the New York Times Wordle puzzle for September 18, 2026 (Wordle #1,917), in a guide by Collin MacGregor. The article describes the day's puzzle as "a pretty easy one" and offers letter hints and clues to help players protect their streaks. TheGamer notes that all letters and full answers are hidden from view on the page to avoid accidental spoilers while still providing assistance. The guide also links readers to the previous day's (September 17, 2026) answer.

• Latest news Monster Hunter: World appears in GameRant 'Name That Game' quiz

  GameRant published a 'Name That Game' image quiz on Sep 17, 2026 that includes a question asking readers to identify Monster Hunter: World. The quiz presents multiple-choice options for that image including Wild Hearts, Toukiden 2, and Dauntless, and contains at least one other question showing an image with options naming Killzone 2, Resistance 2, Haze, and Homefront. The page identifies GameRant as a trusted video game news source since 2009 and frames the content as a short image-based quiz.

• Latest news Assassin's Creed Mirage: AlUla interactive experience released for free

  GameRant reports Ubisoft has released a new free interactive AlUla experience tied to Assassin's Creed Mirage and based on the Valley of Memory DLC. The outlet describes the release as a brand-new interactive experience derived from the Mirage DLC. GameRant says the experience is already available to play for free across multiple platforms. The article was published on Sep 17, 2026.

• Latest news Guild Wars 3 aims to let players take months-long breaks without falling behind

  Arenanet studio head Colin Johanson told Rock Paper Shotgun that Guild Wars 3 is being designed so players can take breaks for months at a time and not be 'left behind'. He showed off combat and movement for the next MMO during the preview. Johanson told Rock Paper Shotgun he believes the MMO genre is 'as big as it's ever been' and that games such as Fortnite, Path of Exile and Destiny have blurred the line with MMOs. He also said traditional MMOs have accumulated 'baggage' that makes people say they 'don't have time for that,' even as they may spend 40 hours in another game that week, Rock Paper Shotgun reported.

• Latest news Resident Evil (2026) becomes highest-rated video game movie on Rotten Tomatoes

  VGC reports Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil (2026) film has a 97% Rotten Tomatoes critic score, making it the highest-rated video game movie in Rotten Tomatoes history. The 97% rating is based on 91 critic reviews, and VGC notes it is the highest-rated film of Cregger’s career, above his earlier films Companion (93%), Weapons (93%) and Barbarian (92%). VGC says the score surpasses the previous top video game movie, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, which held an 86% critic rating (and a 94% audience rating). VGC also reports the film is due to be released on Friday.

• Latest news Hyper Light Drifter studio Heart Machine lays off 'nearly everyone' after publisher backs out

  Nintendo Life reports Heart Machine, developer of Hyper Light Drifter, has laid off "nearly everyone" after a publisher decided not to move forward with an unannounced title, founder Alx Preston wrote on LinkedIn. Preston described the situation as "devastating" and said the studio will provide support to affected staff, including assistance with placement. He also said he is unsure what comes next for Heart Machine but that the team will keep trying to find a path forward while the studio remains operational. Nintendo Life framed the announcement as another piece of bleak industry news.

• Latest news Marvel Rivals' Jeff's Superstar Search event runs Sept 17–Oct 9 with daily hidden stars

  Insider Gaming reports Marvel Rivals is running Jeff’s Superstar Search from September 17, 2026 (2 AM PT) through October 9, 2026, with a new hidden star appearing each day. The event lasts 22 days but only requires players to collect 10 stars to complete the Superstar and claim the event rewards. Insider Gaming says the hidden-star hunts take place across areas including Times Square and Hellfire Bay Beach, and that completing Match Star Hunting objectives is an alternative. The outlet also states it will provide daily updates showing each new star’s location.

• Latest news Aniimo: active gift codes grant Credits, Aniipods and Glimmer Twine

  VGC reports that Aniimo has active redeemable gift codes that grant in-game Credits, Aniipods and Glimmer Twine. The guide lists three working codes as of publication: Aniimo2026 (x20 Glimmer Twine), withaniimo (x10,000 Credits and 5 Aniipod) and aniimoopenworld (x10,000 Credits and 5 Aniipod). VGC says the codes are case-sensitive and that redeemed gifts are delivered to the game's in-game mailbox. The publisher also notes Aniimo is out now as a free-to-play monster-catching game and that you must make some progress in the game before codes can be redeemed.

• Latest news Zach Cregger's Resident Evil expected to top franchise opening-weekend box office

  IGN reports Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil is expected to open with a larger domestic weekend than any previous Resident Evil film, potentially surpassing Resident Evil: Afterlife’s $26.6 million opening. Variety is cited as targeting a $40–50 million opening weekend, and IGN says some estimates push that nearer $60 million. Deadline projects about $31 million overseas for a global opening near $80 million. IGN also notes Sony reportedly spent $75 million producing the film, not including marketing.

• Latest news Media Molecule's next game reportedly to be announced and released in 2027

  Push Square reports that MP1st claims Media Molecule's next game will be announced and released in 2027 and is a social simulation inspired by Animal Crossing and Harvest Moon. The report, as relayed by Push Square, says the title would be a new direction for the studio and is not intended as a game-as-a-service. Push Square also notes MP1st cautions the project could still be delayed given the uncertain nature of development. Push Square adds this comes after Media Molecule wound down active development on Dreams.

• Latest news Jump for Animals (Roblox) gets first redeem code giving a Discord egg

  PCGamesN reports that Roblox game Jump for Animals now has its first redeemable code — 'a' — which grants a Discord egg. The site describes Jump for Animals as an egg‑stealing game set in a barren, prehistoric‑tinged biome where players snatch eggs, avoid a slow-moving guard, and return them to their base. PCGamesN says placed eggs hatch into stationary creatures that generate income used for upgrades, and that players’ cash can hit very large numbers shortly after the tutorial. Until more codes appear, PCGamesN advises players should expect to progress toward hatches without additional code rewards.

• Latest news Magic: The Gathering's Displacer Kitten is coming back

  GameRant reports that Displacer Kitten is officially coming back to Magic: The Gathering. The report was published on Sep 17, 2026 and is attributed to GameRant editor Andrea Trama. The supplied evidence contains the announcement headline but does not include details such as which product, set, or release date. Further confirmation or specifics were not provided in the supplied GameRant excerpt.

• Latest news Hannibal is now free to stream on Pluto TV

  Polygon reports the TV series Hannibal is now available to stream for free on Pluto TV. The article says the series stars Mads Mikkelsen, premiered on NBC in 2013, and totals 39 episodes. Polygon described the show as a thriller masterpiece and highlighted its blending of horror and romance. The report says this availability comes 13 years after the series' 2013 premiere.

• Latest news Marvel's Wolverine: GameRant reports the game has 32 suits and how to unlock them

  GameRant reports Marvel's Wolverine contains 32 suits, many of which come with their own distinct sets of claws. The article says seven suits are unlocked during the main story (eight if the forced unlock in the "Homecoming" mission is counted). It also states that most of the remaining suits are acquired through crafting. GameRant further reports there are five additional suits available as deluxe-edition DLC.

• Latest news Polygon reports action film Wanted is free to watch on YouTube

  Polygon reports that the R-rated action film Wanted is currently available to stream for free on YouTube. The outlet describes the movie as an R-rated relic from a period when Hollywood allowed more outrageous action beats. Polygon compares its tone to John Wick crossed with Office Space and highlights a notable scene in which James McAvoy’s character bends a bullet. The article was published on Sep. 16, 2026 and frames the free availability as a chance to revisit the movie.

• Latest news GameRant publishes ranked list of 8 movies inspired by true events

  GameRant published a ranked list titled "8 Best Movies of All Time That Were Inspired by True Events, Ranked," written by Samantha Lord and posted on Sep 16, 2026. The article presents eight films it considers the best examples of movies inspired by real events. GameRant's piece notes that movies drawn from true events carry a built-in advantage over purely fictional stories. The article includes an author bio describing Samantha Lord as GameRant's Movies/TV Senior Editor with prior roles at CBR and Screen Rant.

• Latest news Monster Hunter Wilds Ascendance adds Boost Bracer and moves to Master Rank, PCGamesN reports

  PCGamesN reports Monster Hunter Wilds' Ascendance DLC introduces a Boost Bracer that changes combat and will carry the game into Master Rank with a new full-length campaign. In a demo played by PCGamesN's Ken Allsop, the Boost Bracer enabled high-risk, high-reward maneuvers such as a Boosted Offset Crushing Blow with the Lance. Allsop described the Boost Bracer as Capcom's "big gambit" for Ascendance and said the demo left him largely excited. The preview does not confirm final implementation details or release timing.

• Latest news Bleach: GameRant lists eight characters who could destroy every One Piece character

  GameRant published an article on Sep 16, 2026 by George Voutiritsas claiming eight Bleach characters could destroy every character in One Piece. The piece presents those eight Bleach figures as capable of defeating the entire One Piece cast, as reported by GameRant. The provided evidence does not include the article's full list or the detailed reasoning behind the claim. The claim is presented by GameRant and is not independently verified in the supplied material.

• Latest news Bungie denies Destiny and Marathon merger rumor

  Bungie's creative director Julia Nardin said a leak claiming Destiny and Marathon would merge is fake and that the two franchises will remain separate. Insider Gaming reports Nardin urged people not to believe everything online and described the series as 'siblings' that share Bungie DNA but are distinct. The denial followed the rollout of Destiny 2's final expansion and Bungie's announcement that it would be the game's final content update. Conflicting reports persist about whether a third Destiny is in development, and the merger claim originated as an online leak that Nardin refuted.

• Latest news Minecraft: GPT-6 Astra reportedly farms potatoes for hours after creeper destroys progress

  IGN reported that OpenAI’s GPT-6 Astra, tested live in Minecraft by independent evaluator Vals, reportedly became “depressed” and farmed potatoes for hours after a creeper destroyed its progress. According to IGN, Vals ran a 21-hour livestream in which Astra reached milestones Vals described as going "further than any AI system had ever gone," including building a semi-automatic blaze farm and collecting six blaze rods. IGN says Astra also killed more than six endermen, collected three ender pearls and placed them in a chest for safekeeping before the setback. After the destruction, IGN reported Astra showed prolonged potato-farming behavior and grew “paranoid of anything green.”

• Latest news Solo Leveling protagonist Sung Jinwoo makes official comeback

  GameRant reports that Solo Leveling protagonist Sung Jinwoo has made an official comeback. The piece was published by GameRant on Sep 16, 2026, and is credited to Rei Penber. GameRant's story includes an image credited to Rei Penber created using Solo Leveling assets. The excerpt supplied does not include further details about the form, scope, or source of the comeback.

• Latest news Batman 4K movie collection hits lowest 2026 prices in Amazon Prime sale

  Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale has reduced prices on multiple Batman 4K Blu-rays to their lowest levels of 2026, IGN reports. The discounts cover both live-action and animated Batman films, though not every set is at a year-low price. IGN identifies the Batman 4K Film Collection 1 as the best deal in the sale, showing a listed price sequence and a sale price of $31.99 at Amazon. The article also notes Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight Trilogy appears in the sale but is not at its 2026 lowest price.

• Latest news Portal movie rumors after Backrooms director Kane Parsons visits Valve offices

  IGN reported that Backrooms director Kane Parsons visited Valve’s offices and posted photos to his personal Instagram, a social post that has fueled rumors of a Portal movie. IGN noted that Parsons, 20, directed Backrooms, which the outlet says grossed roughly $393 million against a reported $10 million budget and was adapted by A24 from a 4Chan creepypasta. Fans were reported by IGN to have spotted a video in Parsons’ Instagram stories showing the Valve visit, prompting speculation online. IGN also reported that Backrooms drew praise from figures including Hideo Kojima, a detail readers have pointed to when connecting Parsons to high-profile adaptations.

• Latest news Hyper Light developer Heart Machine faces mass layoffs and possible closure

  TheGamer reports Heart Machine is experiencing mass layoffs that affect "nearly everyone at the studio" and that the studio faces potential closure. The article says founder Alx Preston posted on LinkedIn describing the studio as being in a state of crisis. TheGamer notes the team most recently released Hyper Light Breaker in 2025. The story is described as developing and TheGamer indicates more information may be added as it becomes available.

• Latest news Wardogs' success reignites debate over crunch culture, GameRant reports

  GameRant reported that Wardogs' success has put debate over video game crunch culture back in the spotlight. The outlet's headline described the issue as "one of gaming's most uncomfortable questions" and attributed the piece to freelance writer Nick Rodriguez. Rodriguez's GameRant author bio, included with the report, says he is committed to supporting creators and identifying and criticizing exploitation in the industry. The provided evidence does not confirm what measure of success (sales, reviews, etc.) is being referenced or whether any industry responses followed the article.

• Latest news Control Resonant: PC Gamer publishes extended interview showing otherworldly bosses

  PC Gamer published an extended PC Gaming Show interview with Remedy that showcases bosses and design details from Control Resonant. The article reports that Resonant is an upcoming ARPG sequel to 2019's Control and follows Dylan Faden, who wakes from a coma to find the Hiss have escaped the Oldest. PC Gamer says the team visited Remedy in Finland and has now released the full interview video after showing a shorter snippet in June. The piece also notes one boss fight theme uses Fibonacci numbers.

• Latest news South Park season 29 premiere reportedly becomes biggest streaming sitcom after one episode

  Polygon reported that South Park’s season 29 premiere, “South American Biker Gangs,” became the most-watched sitcom on streaming worldwide after a single episode. Polygon said the episode served as the show’s debut under a rebranding referenced as “South America,” which drew particular fan curiosity. The outlet noted season 29 continues the long-running series’ trend of timely cultural commentary and described the streaming milestone as an impressive feat.

• Latest news Madden NFL 27: Champs Sports offers $20 FLX Cash on official NFL jerseys

  IGN reports Champs Sports is offering a $20 FLX Cash bonus when customers purchase officially licensed NFL jerseys, with the promotion running through September 23. IGN frames the offer as timely for people spending time with Madden NFL 27 and NFL season viewing who want to represent their teams beyond the game. The article notes the piece is brought to readers by Champs Sports and that purchases via IGN links may earn an affiliate commission. IGN does not provide full redemption details for the FLX Cash in the report.

• Latest news Marvel Rivals: free Venom skin for Jeff's Dream Eater event

  TheGamer reports that Marvel Rivals will offer players a free Venom character skin as part of its Jeff's Dream Eater event. The outlet says this arrives after the game's 10th season, which added Gorr the God Butcher and included a major rework for Scarlet Witch. TheGamer characterizes the reception to season 10 as mostly positive and describes the free cosmetic as an additional player offering.