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• Take-Two says NBA 2K VC will not carry over between annual games

  Take-Two (2K) reported in unsealed testimony that it does not want Virtual Currency (VC) to carry over from one annual NBA 2K release to the next. The testimony, as reported by Stephen Totilo of Game File and covered by Insider Gaming, also states 2K currently has no technical mechanism to transfer VC between yearly titles and does not want to build one. Michael O'Dwyer, 2K's vice president of product management, argued in that testimony that preventing VC carry-over helps each new release feel like a fresh start and allows every player to begin on equal footing. The reporting frames this as part of the company's legal explanations for why VC is not transferred.

• SportsBetExpert beats LAG 2-0 to reach ESEA Season 58 Finals

  SportsBetExpert beat LAG 2-0 to qualify for the ESEA Season 58 Finals, Dust2.us reports. Dust2.us also reports that Marsborne is among the teams that have qualified for the finals. The upper-bracket semifinal opened on SportsBetExpert's Mirage pick, which they won 13-8 after leading 8-4 at half; Dust2.us notes Matthew "Cryptic" Whitmore recorded 111.2 ADR for LAG. Dust2.us says the result served as revenge for SportsBetExpert after their earlier loss to LAG at FRAG Midwest: St. Louis.

• Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave lets players skip the War Arc (Act 2)

  Polygon reports Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave gives players the option to skip the War Arc (Act 2) after completing Act 1. The choice appears when interacting with the Strife Obelisk, which shows up after Act 1 if you are any of the Flame Lords. Polygon notes you can also skip by ignoring the obelisk and going to the door, but doing that means you will not bring any of your other units into the final campaign. The outlet characterizes skipping Act 2 as not necessarily the best choice but also not a terrible one, and says whether it’s right depends on a player’s progress and goals.

• Dishonored, Ultima Online and Her Story vets say industry crisis goes beyond games

  PC Gamer reports that an Edge magazine report gathers industry veterans — including creators of Dishonored, Ultima Online and Her Story — who say the videogame industry’s crisis extends beyond games and that, as one line put it, fixing it may require ‘fixing reality.’ The PC Gamer write-up says the Edge piece collects multiple veterans’ perspectives on the state of the industry and potential remedies. The article notes disagreement over the scale of the problem: Tim Cain is reported to have said it’s not as bad as the early 1980s crash, while Brenda Romero is reported to have said it is worse. PC Gamer published the article on 18 September 2026.

• Original plans for an EA Fight Night reboot cancelled

  Insider Gaming reports that the original plans for an EA Fight Night reboot have been cancelled. Sources told Insider Gaming the decision was made around a year ago and that work on the project had already been paused when the cancellation happened. The outlet says the Fight Night franchise has been dormant since 2011 and that there had previously been work and discussion aiming for a return after the launch of EA Sports UFC 6. Insider Gaming adds that, despite the cancellation of those original plans, a complete restart of the series could still happen given Saudi Arabia’s ownership stake in the company.

• Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave class tiers and unlock rules explained

  Polygon reports that Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave arranges character classes into multiple tiers, with some intermediate classes gated by specific unlock conditions, master-rank classes unlocked after completing certain Act 3 quests, and a final class tier left hidden. Polygon says the system works differently from Fire Emblem: Three Houses, though tiers are still present. The guide notes some intermediate classes only become available if players meet particular conditions. Polygon further reports master-rank classes are tied to Act 3 quest completion and that the game's final class tier is concealed in the current information.

• Team Liquid miss playoffs at Logitech G Play Connect with 2-3 record

  Dust2.us reported that Team Liquid failed to reach the playoffs at Logitech G Play Connect after finishing the group stage with a 2-3 record. The outlet reported Liquid entered the event with stand-ins after Mario “malbsMd” Samoya missed the event for personal reasons and head coach Viktor “flashie” Tamás Bea was absent; Serbian player Vladan “VLDN” Radević and analyst Jay “DeMars DeRover” Li replaced them. Dust2.us reported all of Liquid’s losses came against opponents ranked below the North Americans, and that VLDN averaged a 0.96 rating across five maps. The report also noted Liquid had come into the tournament following a victory in the PGL Masters Bucharest NA qualifier, where they beat NRG in the grand final.

• Alan Ritchson Rumored to Star in Helldivers Movie

  TheGamer reports actor Alan Ritchson is rumored to be a new lead in the Helldivers movie. TheGamer says Sony has been developing a film adaptation since 2025, following the success of Helldivers 2. TheGamer adds that casting and the film’s creative direction have remained unclear. TheGamer presents the report as a rumor and does not confirm official casting or production details.

• EA Sports FC 27 adds The Grounds as its main new mode

  VGC reports that EA Sports FC 27’s headline addition is The Grounds, a new mode presented as an attempt to replace the game’s Clubs mode. The review describes The Grounds as the first major new mode in years and says it has the potential to become a new pillar for the long-running series. VGC notes the game is EA Vancouver’s latest instalment and the fourth since EA ended its partnership with FIFA and rebranded the series. Reviewer Chris Scullion rated the game 4/5 and VGC credits senior game design director Matt Prior along with Paul Parsons and Sam Rivera in key roles.

• Halo confirmed for 2028 with a $1,599 official release

  GameRant reports a new official Halo release has been confirmed for 2028 and is listed with a $1,599 price. The story was published by Daniel Morris on September 18, 2026. GameRant describes the high $1,599 cost as a major caveat to the announcement. The report excerpt does not provide platform, edition, or package details for that price.

• Final Fantasy 7 Revelation estimated at ~200GB on PS5, director says

  Push Square reports director Naoki Hamaguchi estimated the upcoming Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will be around 200GB on PS5. The estimate was shared in an interview with VGC, according to Push Square, as Hamaguchi discussed the game's scale and file size. Push Square also notes an earlier confirmation that the physical edition will require a download on all platforms, a detail that has drawn criticism from some enthusiasts. Hamaguchi said “things are still getting worked out,” indicating the 200GB figure is approximate and may change.

• EA Sports FC 27 — Early review finds defending improved after 20 hours

  PCGamesN reports that after roughly 20 hours of play, EA Sports FC 27's defending feels improved, with manual tackles coming through more reliably. The outlet says EA shifted away from AI-focused defending to make manual defending more rewarding, and that EA had insisted pre-launch they achieved this. PCGamesN describes the piece as a review-in-progress, noting there are already clear positives and negatives. The site is not yet ready to assign a final score and warns that exploits and patches can change early impressions.

• GamesIndustry.biz: Tens of thousands of games jobs lost, HR left to manage morale

  GamesIndustry.biz reports tens of thousands of jobs have been lost across the games industry, leaving HR teams to handle redundancies and the morale of remaining staff. The publisher says the scale of those losses is difficult to quantify and that the situation has been demoralising for people still working in games. GamesIndustry.biz says HR experts were interviewed for a feature and that the GamesIndustry.biz HR Summit on October 1, 2026 will address how to care for staff and for HR professionals themselves. The article frames much of the burden for dealing with both redundancies and morale as falling to HR departments.

• Zach Cregger: Faithful Resident Evil Movie Would Probably Upset Fans

  TheGamer reported that Zach Cregger said a faithful Resident Evil movie would probably upset fans. The comment was published by James Lucas for TheGamer on September 18, 2026. According to the report, Cregger framed a faithful retelling as potentially controversial within the Resident Evil community. The article presents this as Cregger's view and does not establish that such an adaptation exists or that fans would definitively react that way.

• GamesIndustry.biz HR Summit to run facilitated sessions on AI, neurodiversity and resilience

  GamesIndustry.biz has confirmed that its upcoming HR Summit will include facilitated working sessions on managing AI impact, supporting neurodivergent teams, and building personal resilience. The publisher says sessions will be hosted by experts and designed to give practical steps for people professionals in games studios. GamesIndustry.biz reports each session will feature a subject matter expert plus a dedicated facilitator to drive effective discussion and practical insights. The event is described as part of a packed day focused on People and Workplaces and is sponsored by Amiqus.

• Resident Evil movie praised by critics but departs from game lore

  Polygon reports Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil film has been a hit with critics while largely separating itself from the established Resident Evil game lore. Critics have praised the movie’s playful tone, according to Polygon. The outlet says the film tells its own story in the Resident Evil universe rather than following established characters and lore, a choice Polygon suggests could be beneficial given how complicated the game saga is. Polygon also notes that the Resident Evil games still offer several entry points for people who want to explore the franchise after seeing the film.

• EA Sports FC 27: GameRant guide on which Ultimate Team starter pack to pick

  GameRant published a guide by Chris Jecks explaining which Ultimate Team starter pack to choose when beginning Ultimate Team in EA Sports FC 27. The piece walks new players through the choices presented during the mode's initial team setup. GameRant frames the article as a fact-based summary and includes navigational headings for starter-pack selection. The article's full recommendations are contained in the GameRant story itself.

• Monopoly Go: two new free dice links let players claim 50 free rolls

  PCGamesN reports two new Monopoly Go free dice links appeared on September 17, 2026, and can be used to claim a combined 50 free dice rolls. The article also reports additional current offers including roughly 60 more free dice rolls and a Daffy Duck shield. PCGamesN notes these free links provide a way to bypass the game's up-to-one-hour cooldown when players run out of dice. The piece lists other non-paid ways to earn rolls such as daily login bonuses, game progression, and inviting friends.

• Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Switch 2 physical edition echoes Three Houses interior

  Nintendo Life reports that the physical Switch 2 packaging for Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave uses an interior sleeve layout reminiscent of Fire Emblem: Three Houses. According to Nintendo Life, Three Houses placed protagonists on the right and party members on the left, and Fortune's Weave reproduces that approach with protagonist Eshmel on the right and headshots of Dagsion citizens on the left. Nintendo Life credits Jon Cartwright for drawing attention to the similarity, calling it a neat nod to the earlier game.

• Pokémon Scarlet and Violet — new 'powerhouse' Pokémon confirmed for September 2026

  GameRant reports a new "powerhouse" Pokémon will be released for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet in September 2026. The story was published on GameRant and credited to Andrea Trama on September 18, 2026. The supplied evidence does not identify which Pokémon will be released or describe how it will be distributed. No official confirmation from Nintendo or The Pokémon Company is included in the provided material.

• The Blood of Dawnwalker getting New Game Plus, dev confirms

  IGN reports The Blood of Dawnwalker director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz confirmed on a stream (via GamesRadar) that the game will receive a New Game Plus mode. IGN says Tomaszkiewicz did not provide a release date or details about what the mode will include. IGN notes the game’s structure gives players 30 in‑game days and that time advances when completing quests or upgrading skills, a system that currently limits how much players can upgrade. IGN also describes The Blood of Dawnwalker as one of the biggest games of September.

• Jujutsu Kaisen brand-new release delayed into 2027, GameRant reports

  GameRant reports that a brand-new Jujutsu Kaisen release has been officially delayed into 2027. The article was published on Sep 18, 2026 and notes the franchise has continued expanding beyond Gege Akutami's original manga. GameRant's coverage identifies the change in release timing but does not specify an exact 2027 date. Details such as platforms, reasons for the delay, and additional official statements were not confirmed in the cited report.

• EA Sports FC 27 brings back AFC Richmond, with Ted Lasso managing the women's team

  GameRant reports EA Sports FC 27 reintroduces AFC Richmond and depicts Ted Lasso as the manager of the club's women's side. The outlet says the Greyhounds last appeared in FIFA 23 and had been absent for four years before this return. GameRant highlights the change as notable for long-time FIFA and Ted Lasso followers. The article excerpt does not provide further details about rosters, modes, or platform availability.

• Polygon: Roadside Picnic’s closing line remains one of sci‑fi’s most enduring

  Polygon reported that Roadside Picnic ends with one of science fiction’s most enduring closing lines, highlighting Redrick Schuhart’s final words as a remarkably simple wish. The article argues that the strongest sci‑fi endings avoid tidy closure and often reframe what came before. Polygon places Roadside Picnic’s line among the most memorable book endings of the 1970s and compares it to other famous closing moments in the genre.

• NYT Connections puzzle #1195 hints and solutions for September 18, 2026

  Insider Gaming published hints and solutions for the New York Times' NYT Connections puzzle #1195 for September 18, 2026. The guide provides answers and step‑by‑step hints intended to help players complete the daily puzzle. Insider Gaming's piece also explains how NYT Connections is played: a daily 16‑word grid that must be sorted into four groups of four, with each puzzle having a single solution. The guide notes the game launched in June 2023 and is free to play worldwide on desktop or in a mobile app.

• PS5 September 16, 2026 update adds Welcome Hub widget showing regionally popular games

  The PS5 system software update released September 16, 2026 added a Welcome Hub widget that displays which PS5 titles are popular in a user's region, affecting PS5 users where the update is available. GameRant reports the update went live in the US and Canada and is rolling out gradually worldwide; the outlet also notes PlayStation issues firmware updates periodically.

• Valheim adds built-in sign text markup (colors, size, bold, emoji) — PC Gamer reports

  PC Gamer reports that Valheim supports markup codes that let players format sign text (colors, text size and style including bold, and emojis) without installing mods. The change is presented as a native, mod-free option intended to help players organize signs and color-code storage chests.

• RPG Round-Up: Blizzard’s BlizzCon Shake-Up — Diablo 5, StarCraft Returns

  BlizzCon dominated the week for RPG news as Blizzard officially pegged Diablo 5 for 2029 and StarCraft Returns for 2030 and laid out early design intentions for Diablo’s future. Around that hub, live-service troubles, platform moves (Battle.net and Switch 2), and a mix of design trends — from open-world pivots to deliberately linear narratives — shaped a busy week for RPG fans.

• Nintendo: Switch 2 gains VRR as launch-week releases, ports and controversies converge

  This week the most important development was Nintendo adding system-level VRR support to the Switch 2 in docked/TV mode through a system update, though reports differ on the firmware version and exact rollout details. That platform-level change arrives alongside a busy release week for Switch 2 exclusives (Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave), major third-party ports and delays (007 First Light pushed to March; Tropico 7 confirmed for Switch 2), accessory tie-ins for the Ocarina remake, and an industry dust-up as Level-5 scales back AI after backlash.

• Gaming roundup: studio shakeups, a surprise Resident Evil hit, and systems that change play

  This week’s biggest development was Heart Machine’s mass layoffs after a publisher pulled funding, leaving the studio’s future uncertain. Other major threads: Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil earned rare critical acclaim and massive box office forecasts, new gameplay systems in Monster Hunter and Fire Emblem signal shifting design priorities, and a fresh wave of free streaming and sales widened access to older shows and games.