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• Marvel's Wolverine nerfs scent trails and audio sense indicators

  IGN reports Insomniac released an update for Marvel’s Wolverine that nerfs the game's scent trails and reduces audio 'sense' indicators and may add an option to turn the scent trail off completely. IGN says the change follows online backlash after The Washington Post journalist Gene Park described the scent trail as "fart gas." The outlet also reports there was confusion about whether accessibility options already let players disable the effect, noting Insomniac’s accessibility list includes a "Chase Assist" entry. Details on exactly how the toggle or nerf works have not been confirmed in the report.

• Calvin and Hobbes final comic strip still a 'perfect sendoff,' Polygon reports

  Polygon reports the final Calvin and Hobbes comic strip remains a "perfect sendoff" 31 years after it ended. The piece recounts the strip’s origins and creator, saying Calvin and Hobbes was written and drawn by Bill Watterson after years of struggling to break into syndication. Polygon notes the very first Calvin and Hobbes strip ran on November 18, 1985 and debuted in 35 newspapers. In that first strip, Calvin talks about a tiger trap baited with a tuna sandwich and Hobbes appears in the final panel eating the sandwich, Polygon reports.

• Super Mario logo appears updated to 3D on Nintendo's official page

  Nintendo Life reports the Super Mario logo on Nintendo's official 'Super Mario' webpage appears to have been updated with a 3D makeover. The report says new, more detailed renders of Mario have also been shared on Nintendo's site and on social media. Nintendo Life places the change after the recent conclusion of Super Mario's 40th anniversary and notes Nintendo posted a thank-you message on its Japanese website. The update was highlighted by Nintendo Life using images spotted and shared on social media.

• Slayers 2 on Roblox is already matching Project Slayers' popularity, GameRant reports

  GameRant reports that Slayers 2, the sequel to the Roblox hit Project Slayers, is already proving to be at least as popular as its predecessor. The outlet notes Project Slayers accumulated more than half a billion visits on Roblox. GameRant's piece — published Sep 18, 2026 and written by Tom Bowen — includes Slayers 2 redeemable codes and a link to the game's Discord server. The article also offers instructions for redeeming codes for Slayers 2.

• LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight reportedly sets up Spider-Man better

  GameRant reported that LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight "set up Spider-Man even better." The article was written by Josh Cotts and marked as updated on September 18, 2026. GameRant's page presents a fact-based summary of the story and reader options such as "Explain it like I’m 5." The supplied excerpt does not detail which in-game elements create that setup.

• Polygon lists 5 time-travel movies where the science makes sense

  Polygon published a listicle in which writer Brian VanHooker identifies five time-travel movies he says 'make sense' scientifically. The article argues that most time-travel films ignore theoretical rules and instead pick the time-travel concepts that best serve their stories. As an example, Polygon highlights Back to the Future Part II and notes that Marty and Jennifer meeting their future children would conflict with the timeline because they would have been absent for decades. The piece is presented as the author's analysis and selection rather than as a scientific study.

• GameRant lists seven Buffyverse villains it says were beaten far too easily

  GameRant published a list claiming seven villains from the Buffyverse were defeated "far too easily." The piece was published by GameRant on Sep 18, 2026 and credited to Christian Bone. GameRant frames the claim against Buffy the Vampire Slayer and its spinoff Angel, which the article notes together span seven seasons and 254 episodes and feature numerous dangerous demons and vampires. The article presents this as a ranking/critique of how those antagonists were handled, per GameRant.

• Dragon's Dogma 2 on Switch 2 uses frame generation to deliver 60fps-equivalent visuals

  Nintendo Life reports Capcom's Dragon's Dogma 2 on Switch 2 targets 30 FPS but includes a frame-generation option that interpolates frames to provide visuals equivalent to 60 FPS. Producer Naoto Oyama told Famitsu (translation via Nintendo Everything) that the base frame rate is aimed at 30 FPS in both handheld and TV modes and that enabling frame generation activates interpolation. Nintendo Life notes the feature can be toggled on or off at any time and that Oyama said it "isn't perfect." The Switch 2 version is due in October, according to Nintendo Life.

• Resident Evil reboot: director Zach Cregger says fans 'will feel seen' after the movie

  IGN reports director Zach Cregger says fans "will feel seen" after the Resident Evil movie reboot. IGN gave the film an 8 out of 10 and reports it sits in the 90s on both Rotten Tomatoes critics and audience scores. IGN also reports Cregger and star Austin Abrams discussed the film's attempt to evoke a "video game feel," a divided fan response prior to release, and a production incident in which Abrams was nearly injured by a 150-pound bag of blood. IGN says the movie has arrived and is on track to be a winner at the box office.

• One Piece: Oda reportedly confirms new power levels for Zoro and Sanji

  GameRant reports that One Piece creator Oda officially confirmed new power levels for characters Zoro and Sanji. The story was published by GameRant on Sep 18, 2026 and authored by Rei Penber of GameRant's anime and manga team. The evidence provided here does not include the specific new power values or the form of Oda's announcement. No additional publishers or corroborating sources are present in the supplied evidence.

• Last of Us co-director Bruce Straley apologizes to God of War: Laufey team

  Bruce Straley, co-director of The Last of Us, apologized after criticizing God of War: Laufey in an interview, Insider Gaming reports. In an Edge Magazine interview he described the current state of AAA development as "boring" and singled out God of War: Laufey as visually attractive but, in his view, offering little innovation. Straley also told Edge he has an AAA game idea he "will probably never make." He later posted an apology on Twitter saying his quote had been used out of context and explained his broader concern about the industry's pursuit of games-as-a-service and attempts to recreate Fortnite's success, Insider Gaming reports.

• EA Sports FC 27 adds The Grounds hub and new Tactics system, IGN finds mixed results

  IGN reports EA Sports FC 27 introduces an open-world hub called The Grounds and a new Tactics system, but core player behavior and pathing issues persist. IGN says the Tactics system adds worthwhile, realistic and intuitive strategic elements. The Grounds is described by IGN as an open-world move that often feels like solving a problem that didn't exist. IGN also reports promised improvements to computer-controlled player behavior and pathing still ring hollow and that many of the same issues from the series' past remain.

• THE FINALS begins a new chapter on October 20

  Insider Gaming reports Embark Studios will begin a new chapter for THE FINALS on October 20. The studio told players in a blog post by executive producer Christian Aarsrud that it spent a year-focused development cycle instead of the usual seasonal cadence to deepen existing systems and invest in larger, more complex systems. Insider Gaming also reports the blog post promises updates to arenas and sponsors. The game’s website provided the update details, per Insider Gaming.

• GameRant ranks 7 best Ufotable anime besides Demon Slayer

  GameRant published a ranked list of seven Ufotable-produced anime excluding Demon Slayer in a Sep. 18, 2026 article by contributor Cathlyn Melo. The piece presents those titles as the studio’s notable works beyond Demon Slayer and characterizes Ufotable as one of Japan’s more prominent animation studios. The author is identified as an anime writer who previously worked in Epicstream’s anime department and who covers listicles and features. The excerpted article is an editorial ranking and does not, in the provided text, report studio announcements or release news.

• Fate/Extra Record preview: extended gameplay shows promising PS5 remake

  Push Square reports that an extended preview of Fate/Extra Record—Aniplex's PS5 remake of the 2010 PSP title—found the game looking promising after more than an hour of uncut gameplay. The preview, written by Robert Ramsey for Push Square, highlighted crisp visuals, notable animations, and said the project appears to have emerged from earlier development troubles in good shape. Ramsey walked through an early dungeon where the player and their Servant battled low-level foes, with Push Square describing a turn-based system built around customizable mechanics. Push Square also noted a release date had been confirmed a few weeks earlier, while the preview itself focused on early-game content.

• ARC Raiders: Frozen Trail first-look trailer set for Sept 23 ahead of Oct 8 update

  Embark Studios will premiere a first-look trailer for ARC Raiders' Frozen Trail update on September 23 ahead of the update's October 8 launch, Insider Gaming reports. A short teaser released September 18 said more news would follow, and Insider Gaming says the full trailer will premiere on YouTube Sept 23 at 10 a.m. PDT (1 p.m. EDT, 7 p.m. CEST). Insider Gaming reports Frozen Trail is the first major update since Embark moved from monthly updates to a plan for at least two major updates per year. The update is reported to include a new map and teases a massive new ARC enemy, according to Insider Gaming.

• Diablo 5 reportedly begins with series’ long-avoided 'worst-case scenario'

  GameRant reports that Diablo 5 opens with the series’ long-avoided “worst-case scenario.” The claim appears in a GameRant article by LB Beistad published September 18, 2026. The supplied evidence includes only the article headline and author metadata and does not provide specifics about what that scenario is or how it affects the game's story or systems. No official confirmation or additional reporting is included in the provided evidence.

• Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and other Switch games discounted at Walmart with $10 coupon

  IGN reports Walmart has price-matched Nintendo’s Customer Appreciation Sale discounts on multiple Nintendo Switch games and that shoppers can apply coupon code 'SAVE3X' to take an extra $10 off qualifying orders. IGN lists discounted first-party titles including Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Super Mario Odyssey, and notes some prices drop as low as $31.97. The article says the SAVE3X coupon is officially valid on a new customer's first three online pickup or delivery orders with a $35 minimum, and adds that the code appears to work for many returning customers as well. IGN cautions the coupon may not work for everyone and that results can vary by user.

• SteelSeries Aeon Pro launches for PC and Xbox with 'infinite battery life'

  SteelSeries has launched the Aeon Pro wireless controller for PC and Xbox, and IGN reports it is available now from SteelSeries' online store for $259.99 with free shipping. IGN describes the Aeon Pro as SteelSeries' first high-end, pro-grade controller and says it may be "one of the best PC and Xbox controllers ever." IGN's coverage also notes the controller is claimed to have "infinite battery life." IGN writer Bo Moore has posted an initial review-impression of the device.

• Chicken Coop parts with IGL mds; WolfY to stand in for iBUYPOWER Masters FML 2026

  Chicken Coop have parted ways with John "mds" Marin, and will field Adam "WolfY" Andersson as a stand-in for iBUYPOWER Masters FML 2026. The organization said it will announce a permanent fifth player at a later date. Dust2.us reported mds stepped down reportedly by mutual agreement after a stint that began in April 2026, and that mds did not respond to a request for comment. During mds's time as IGL the squad climbed from #45 to #33 in the Americas VRS and entered the Top Ten in North America, and won the ESEA Season 57 North American Finals in June, according to Dust2.us.

• CROSSFIRE Season 6: Without a Roof, Iowa Stormboar advance in Upper Bracket Ro16

  Dust2.us reports that Without a Roof defeated NuTorious 2-0 and Iowa Stormboar beat FarmVille during the CROSSFIRE Season 6 upper-bracket round of 16. The round featured eight best-of-three series played over three days, with several favored teams—including Without a Roof and Marsborne—recording 2-0 wins while others, such as Iowa Stormboar and regain, required three maps. Dust2.us highlighted a standout performance from Jake "Stewie2K" Yip, who posted a 22-9 K/D and a 2.05 rating on Ancient in the Without a Roof win. There are 24 teams still alive in the bracket and, according to Dust2.us, 30 series remaining as teams compete for the majority of a $10,000 prize pool.

• Nintendo issues statement about Zelda: Ocarina of Time and the Switch 2

  Nintendo issued a new official statement about The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and the Switch 2, GameRant reports. GameRant says Nintendo has spent much of 2026 celebrating major milestones, including Pokemon's 30th and The Legend of Zelda's 40th anniversaries. The new statement was reported against that backdrop of anniversary activity. GameRant's article excerpt does not present confirmed release dates or additional concrete details about Ocarina of Time or the Switch 2.

• Push Square staff plan to play RuneScape Dragonwilds in WAYP issue 650

  Push Square reported in its "What Are You Playing This Weekend? — Issue 650" that staffer Aaron Bayne plans to check out RuneScape Dragonwilds with friends. The same issue says Jamie O'Neill is playing Cool Boarders on PS Vita and describes it as a snapshot of 1997 extreme sports games before Neversoft changed the genre, while Liam Croft intends to start The Blood of Dawnwalker. Another staff member noted they have an unannounced review game they cannot discuss yet. Push Square invited readers to share their own weekend picks in the article's comments.

• Aniimo: GameRant explains how to unlock and equip Held Items

  GameRant reports a how-to guide that explains how Aniimo players can unlock and equip Held Items, which can enhance an Aniimo's power, defense, and abilities. The article says Held Items are important equipment in Aniimo and that much of this content is gated behind prerequisites. GameRant's guide, written by Lucas Simons, outlines how to unlock Held Items, obtain more of them, and equip them on an Aniimo. The report is presented as a player-focused walkthrough rather than a developer announcement.

• Call of Duty Team RICOCHET says it's 'dismantling' an $8.5 billion cheating industry

  Insider Gaming reports Call of Duty anti-cheat Team RICOCHET said in a blog post it is working to dismantle an $8.5 billion cheating industry. The team described cheating markets as organized, with cheat developers at the top of a 'pyramid' and some developers operating as multi‑million‑dollar organizations backed by investors, Insider Gaming reports. The outlet said cheating has long plagued multiplayer games and that Call of Duty faces a particularly active black market that clashes with anti‑cheat efforts. Insider Gaming adds Team RICOCHET’s post shared facts, figures, and the processes the team uses to fight cheats.

• The Last of Us director apologizes for criticism of God of War Laufey

  PC Gamer reports The Last of Us game director Bruce Straley apologized to the God of War Laufey team after singling them out in earlier criticism. The apology follows remarks Straley made in an Edge magazine feature in which he praised the game's visuals but said he was not excited by what it does, according to PC Gamer. The same report says Straley has also pointed to industry leaders when discussing stagnation in triple‑A games. PC Gamer quotes Straley saying he wanted to apologise for dragging the Laufey team into negative attention.

• Zach Cregger's Resident Evil film will run parallel to Resident Evil 2

  PC Gamer reports that Zach Cregger's upcoming Resident Evil film will run parallel to the events of the game Resident Evil 2 rather than closely reproducing its scenes. The article says trailers look promising, but some fans have complained the film exists outside the games and takes liberal interpretive departures. PC Gamer notes these departures are a source of fan backlash rather than a shot-for-shot adaptation. The piece frames the tension as between the film's creative choices and sections of the fanbase who expected stricter lore fidelity.

• Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave physical copies sell out at several retailers, TheGamer reports

  TheGamer reports that several official retailers have begun selling out of physical copies of Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave. The outlet says early reviews have praised the game's large amount of content. TheGamer also reports that Nintendo appeared to have underestimated the title's success, which it links to the current sellouts.

• Rocket League Season 24 adds Honor Duel 1v1s and Black Market Trade-In

  Insider Gaming reports Rocket League’s Season 24 will introduce an Honor Duel 1v1 mechanic and implement the long-requested Black Market Trade-In, with the season set to begin on September 23. The outlet says the update overhauls how players compete, customize, and flex abilities, and leans into a speed-and-style focus. Insider Gaming describes Honor Duel as a post-match system that lets players call out opponents for immediate 1v1 showdowns while the rest of the lobby watches. The report also frames the season’s roadmap as ambitious but does not detail platform rollout or other specific mechanics.

• Final Fantasy 7 Revelation reportedly a 200GB install, director says

  PC Gamer reports that in a VGC interview Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi said the game is "looking at" a roughly 200GB install size. PC Gamer notes that size would be larger than almost any game and an outlier among singleplayer RPGs. The article says it was previously disclosed that the game's physical edition will include two Blu-ray discs but still require additional downloads. Hamaguchi was responding to questions about the retail/physical version and said the team must "overcome the hardware to a certain extent," as reported by VGC and relayed by PC Gamer.