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- Stephen King's The Dead Zone TV series is free to watch on YouTube
Polygon reports that the TV adaptation of Stephen King's The Dead Zone is streaming for free on YouTube. Polygon describes the show as a long-running, 'forgotten' sci-fi procedural that excels at a case-of-the-week format. The article says the TV series feels tonally different from much of King's work and notes that the original novel introduced Castle Rock in 1979. Polygon also reminds readers that David Cronenberg adapted the book into a 1983 film.
- Tropico 7 confirmed for Switch 2, releases 28 January 2027
Nintendo Life reports Tropico 7 is confirmed for Switch 2 and will release on 28 January 2027. The Switch 2 edition is being developed by Engine Software and is described as specifically optimised for the console. Nintendo Life says the release will include Joy‑Con 2 mouse controls and GameChat support for voice chat and screen sharing. The article notes the Switch 2 release will arrive alongside other platform versions.
- Gundam: GameRant highlights glow-in-the-dark shirts
GameRant reports that Gundam-themed glow-in-the-dark shirts are being recommended to fans. The piece was written by Carley Garcia and published on September 17, 2026 on GameRant. The article's headline frames the shirts as must-have merchandise for Gundam enthusiasts. The supplied evidence does not include product specifics such as designs, retailers, prices, or release details.
- ABC's The Outer Limits is now free to stream on Tubi
Polygon reported on Sep 17, 2026 that ABC's 49-episode sci-fi anthology The Outer Limits is free to stream on Tubi. The article noted the series briefly beat The Twilight Zone in popularity during its run. Polygon's report says the show's episodes are available to watch at no cost on Tubi. The piece did not specify additional platforms, regional availability, or any restoration details.
- WarioWare: Move It! soundtrack added to Nintendo Music
Nintendo Music has added the WarioWare: Move It! soundtrack to its service, Nintendo Life reports. The album—composed by Jo Kondo, Haruno Ito and Shoma Murata—contains 576 tracks and runs for 3 hours and 26 minutes. The addition joins the existing WarioWare, Inc.: Mega Microgames! album on the same service, and Nintendo has added a note saying "next week there will be no new tracks," Nintendo Life reports. Nintendo Life also notes the game was released on Switch in 2023 and that the site previously scored it eight out of ten.
- GameRant publishes guide on how to evolve Aniimo
GameRant published a guide titled "Aniimo Evolution Guide" on September 17, 2026, reporting steps for evolving Aniimo. The piece, by Hamza Haq, is described on the page as a fact-based summary and includes sections labeled Evolution Criteria, Evolution Materials, Branching Evolutions, and Regional Forms. The author is identified as a GameRant guides-and-lists writer and the page includes his biographical details. The excerpt provided does not include the specific in-game evolution steps or any platform or regional rollout details.
- Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 (Override) adds Exotic items with fixed locations
GameRant reports that Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4's second major update, called Override, introduced unique Exotic items that can only be found in specific locations. The update also brought new Sprites and continues to include crossover items like the Kingdom Key, GameRant says. GameRant published a guide explaining how to get every Exotic item in Fortnite Override. This brief does not reproduce the guide's weapon-by-weapon locations; consult GameRant for the full list.
- Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave — Merge Causality merges different versions of a unit
TheGamer reports that Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave features a Merge Causality mechanic that allows players to merge different versions of the same unit to create stronger builds. TheGamer's guide explains how to unlock Merge Causality, how to perform merges, and what elements carry over when versions are combined. The article also covers recommended ways to use the system and weighs whether recruiting the same unit on multiple story paths is beneficial. TheGamer published the walkthrough and analysis on Sep 17, 2026.
- Game of Thrones: best running gag was improvised, GameRant reports
GameRant reported that the best running gag in Game of Thrones was totally improvised. The article, by Sean Pagnotti and published Sep 17, 2026, frames the recurring joke as an unscripted moment. The piece includes an image credited to HBO showing Jon Snow with Tormund Giantsbane. The provided evidence does not specify which gag, who improvised it, or offer production sourcing beyond the article itself.
- Magic: The Gathering — Marvel 'Doom Prevails' Commander Deck discounted on Amazon
IGN reports the Magic: The Gathering Commander deck Doom Prevails has been discounted on Amazon from its $75 price to $64.95. IGN says the deck had previously sold for above $80. The outlet recommends buying the Avengers Assemble precon instead, arguing Doom Prevails isn’t the most cohesive and leans into the Connive mechanic to drain life and trigger discard effects. IGN also reports that discounts on the Marvel Super Heroes set have become more frequent after Magic’s return to Middle-earth with The Hobbit.
- Valheim: sign text supports color, size, bold and emoji without mods
PC Gamer reports Valheim supports markup codes that let players change sign text color, size, style (including bold), and add emojis without installing any mods. The article presents the feature as a built-in, mod-free way to color-code storage chests and organize signs. PC Gamer's guide shows the changes are applied through markup codes and includes examples for colors, size, and Unicode signs. The piece is presented as a PSA to remind or teach players this organizing option.
- CS2: Wolffe announces search for a new team to practice and play regularly
Dust2.us reports Kyle "Wolffe" Greenfield has announced he is looking for a new team that will practice and play CS2 on a regular basis. The outlet says Wolffe spent the previous two ESEA seasons playing with a casual, "for fun" stack featuring retired players such as Eric "adreN" Hoag and Peter "ptr" Gurney. Dust2.us reports his career over the past two to three years has included repeated ups and downs, multiple instances of considering retirement (most recently citing work reasons), and recurring disputes or disagreements with teammates. The site also notes prior short-term moves, including parting ways with Carpe Diem after 10 days and a benching by BLUEJAYS.
- For Honor free on PC during Ubisoft's 40th Anniversary sale
IGN reports Ubisoft is holding a 40th Anniversary PC sale that discounts games up to 90% and makes For Honor free on PC until September 28. IGN says PC purchases through Ubisoft Connect can get an extra 20% off with the coupon code UBI40, which stacks with the listed instant discounts. The sale covers Ubisoft franchises such as Assassin's Creed, Tom Clancy, Far Cry, and Anno, per IGN. IGN describes For Honor as a 2017 melee brawler featuring knights, samurai, and vikings.
- LAG join NSTLGA Texas CS2 Open field
LAG signed up for the NSTLGA Texas CS2 Open, claiming a spot in the three-day San Antonio LAN that currently carries a $3,750 prizepool. Dust2.us reports their entry brings the event roster to eight teams and joins notable entrants NuTorious, regain and Zomblers. According to Dust2.us, the San Antonio LAN is currently the only LAN on LAG's calendar for the rest of the year and comes a little less than two months after LAG won FRAG Midwest: St. Louis 2026. Signups remain open through October 20, and Dust2.us says four additional teams are needed to raise the prizepool to $7,500.
- GTA 6 map reportedly still hides a Disney World parody theme park
GameRant reported on Sep 17, 2026 that GTA 6's in-game map still contains a Disney World parody theme park. The piece, written by LB Beistad for GameRant, described the location as one of the game's most obvious Florida parodies. GameRant's article includes an image credited to Rockstar alongside that observation. The evidence provided does not include any Rockstar comment or independent confirmation.
- Star Trek: Strange New Worlds — S4 E9 revisits Season 1 concept and continues concept-episode trend
IGN's Scott Collura reports that Season 4, Episode 9 of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, titled "Once La'An a Time," revisits the storybook-style concept from Season 1's "The Elysian Kingdom." The review notes the episode brings back characters such as Queen Neve and leans on costume- and role-swapping for the cast. Collura wrote that the cast may enjoy the change of wardrobe and roles, but he finds the repeated use of high-concept episodes in Season 4 less enjoyable. The piece frames this installment as both a sequel to an earlier concept episode and part of a continuing series trend.
- Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave — guide details stone and ore locations
TheGamer published a guide listing where to find stones and ores across Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave's world map. The guide groups collectible resources into common, uncommon, and rare stone locations and highlights gathering spots such as coastal areas. It also includes a section on where to obtain Warrior's Soulstones in Part 3. The article was published by Ryan Thompson-Bamsey on Sep 17, 2026.
- Aniimo: TheGamer publishes complete list of every Aniimo and their type
TheGamer published a complete list of every Aniimo and their type for the creature-collecting game Aniimo, in a guide by Allyson Cochran on September 17, 2026. The guide compiles the game's many creatures and their types to help players manage a large roster that the article describes as potentially chaotic to track. The piece characterises Aniimo as a colorful creature-collecting adventure and notes that some Aniimo are easy to find. It is not confirmed in the source whether the guide will be updated or expanded in the future.
- Luminosity reach Logitech G Play Connect playoffs in Counter-Strike 2
Luminosity clinched a playoffs spot at the Logitech G Play Connect Polish LAN after posting a 3-2 record in the Bo1 group stage, Dust2.us reports. Their day included wins over Metizport, M80 and Ninjas in Pyjamas, with a 13-11 victory over NIP on Ancient effectively securing the berth. Dust2.us frames the result as part of an upswing in form for Luminosity following a poor start to the organisation's time in Counter-Strike 2 and notes it follows a second-place finish at Roman Imperium Cup VIII. Had they not beaten NIP, Dust2.us says a three-way tie would have handed the remaining playoff spot to NIP.
- Far Cry TV series adds Jennifer Jason Leigh, Brendan Gleeson and three others to cast
IGN reports FX's Far Cry anthology series has added five actors — Jennifer Jason Leigh, Brendan Gleeson, Hamish Linklater, Sam Spruell and Jamie Demetriou — to its cast. IGN says the show is being led by showrunners Noah Hawley and Rob Mac, and earlier casting announcements included Rob Mac, Lizzy Caplan and Steve Buscemi. The project is described by IGN as a live-action, anthology adaptation of Ubisoft's Far Cry franchise that will air on FX and Hulu. IGN also reports the series is headed toward production but does not yet have a release date.
- Magic: The Gathering's Reality Fracture pits planeswalkers against mirror doppelgangers
PC Gamer reports that Magic: The Gathering's upcoming set Reality Fracture introduces mirror versions of established planeswalkers who confront their doppelgangers. The article says this crossover continues a three‑year core‑set storyline that began with Wilds of Eldraine and builds toward a climactic multiverse event. PC Gamer describes the arc as triggered by planeswalker Jace Beleren attempting to create a new multiverse that would eliminate past threats but could overwrite the existing one. The report gives an example of the mirrors concept with Chandra facing a cryomantic counterpart.
- Steam makes four games 100% free through September 21
GameRant reports Steam made four PC games 100% free through September 21. The article says the offer is part of Steam's Free Weekend promotion and highlights co-op and multiplayer titles. GameRant published the notice on September 17, 2026. The piece frames the selection as a temporary opportunity for players to try those games until the stated end date.
- Tekken veteran Katsuhiro Harada says SNK's VS Studio can revive Japan's golden game era
Katsuhiro Harada, the longtime face of Tekken, said SNK's Tokyo-based VS Studio can help revive Japan's "golden game era," Insider Gaming reported. Insider Gaming reported Harada told VGC he plans to lead VS Studio with game-focused leadership and new IP to pursue that revival. The outlet said Harada contrasted SNK's internal culture—where staff love and play their games—with other Japanese studios whose management, he said, rarely plays their own titles. Insider Gaming also reported Harada left Bandai Namco at the end of last year and is now heading VS Studio in Tokyo.
- TheGamer: 8 officially announced games you might have missed
TheGamer reported that eight games were officially announced that readers may have overlooked. The article was published Sep 17, 2026 and is by Allyson Cochran, an editor at TheGamer. It frames the issue around major showcases swallowing smaller announcements and includes a fact-based summary of the story's contents. Cochran's author bio in the piece describes her background in games journalism and focus areas.
- Paramount+ releases Golden Axe comedy starring Matthew Rhys as Gilius Thunderhead
Paramount+ has released a new comedy series based on Sega's Golden Axe games, and PC Gamer reports it is out now. PC Gamer says Matthew Rhys plays dwarf warrior Gilius Thunderhead in the adaptation. The article notes the source material is an '80s Sega game. PC Gamer also highlights Rhys's recent record‑breaking Emmy wins in its coverage.
- Solo Leveling: GameRant reports Jinwoo becomes a god in new release
GameRant reports Solo Leveling is officially making Jinwoo a god in a new release. The article was published on Sep 17, 2026 and is credited to GameRant deputy lead editor Rei Penber. The piece included an image created by the author using official assets. The supplied evidence does not confirm what form the "new release" takes or provide further details about the change.
- Silent Hill: Townfall - The Dock House is out now
GameRant reports that Silent Hill: Townfall - The Dock House is out now. The article names the release as a new Silent Hill title. GameRant's piece was published on Sep 17, 2026 and is attributed to Sarah Fields. The provided excerpt does not include confirmed details about platforms, pricing, or regional availability.
- Resident Evil ending sets up a Zach Cregger sequel, Polygon reports
Polygon reports Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil film concludes with an ending that sets up a possible sequel. The outlet says the finale taps into what it calls one of the best video game movie endings while delivering abundant zombies, grotesque mutations, and copious blood. Polygon describes Cregger’s film as a solid entry in the Resident Evil universe that introduces surprising mysteries. The article says those mysteries could be unpacked in either a new game or another movie, though it does not present a confirmed follow-up.
- Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave — where to find common, uncommon and rare fish
TheGamer published a guide listing all fish locations in Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, covering common, uncommon and rare species. The piece was written by Ryan Thompson-Bamsey and published on Sep 17, 2026. TheGamer reports fish appear at lakes, rivers, reefs and coastal fishing grounds across the game's world map. TheGamer also reports that which species are available depends on location.
- 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.