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• The Last of Us director says modern AAA are 'boring' and not excited by God of War Laufey

  Bruce Straley, the game director behind The Last of Us, told Edge magazine that he finds modern AAA games "boring" and said he is "not excited" by God of War Laufey's gameplay, IGN reports. Straley told Edge that, while the visual and technical workmanship in God of War Laufey is impressive, the game's play did not excite him, according to IGN's coverage. He attributed his view to a broader lack of risk-taking and fresh ideas across triple‑A titles, per the same Edge interview as reported by IGN. IGN's article relays Straley's remarks but does not report any responses from the God of War team or other industry figures.

• AMD and Nvidia next‑gen GPUs reportedly delayed until 2028

  PCGamesN reports that leaker Kepler_L2 claimed most of AMD's RDNA 5 lineup and Nvidia's RTX 60 series may not arrive until 2028, with a single AMD RDNA 5 card codenamed 'AT2' possibly launching in 2027. The claim appeared on an AnandTech forum thread and is presented as a rumor. PCGamesN notes ongoing supply pressure and that GDDR7 memory is being prioritised for AI accelerators, which the report says could help explain a delayed consumer rollout. The article also highlights that there has been relative official silence from AMD and Nvidia and recommends treating the timeline cautiously.

• GameRant: The Witcher 3 Remastered and Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake labels seem swapped

  GameRant reports that the labels for The Witcher 3 Remastered and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake appear to be reversed. The piece was written by Josh Cotts and published on September 17, 2026 on GameRant. The article's headline frames the issue as the two releases 'seem[ing] to have their labels backward.' The supplied evidence does not include any official confirmation or developer response.

• Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Season 6 is final Ranked Play and adds The Haunting

  GameRant reports that Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Season 6 is the game's final update and it launches the final Ranked Play season. The report says the season kicks off The Haunting event and offers spooky content such as the arrival of Giant Infected. GameRant also notes rewards are available through the DOOM Event Pass and that the outlet lists the Ranked Play rewards players can earn in Black Ops 7 and Warzone Resurgence Season 6.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Professor Layton developer Level-5 will scale back AI use

  The developer Level-5 — known for the Professor Layton series — will officially scale back its use of artificial intelligence, TheGamer reports. TheGamer says the change follows backlash over the studio's AI practices. The report presents the move as an official company response but does not provide specifics about scope or timing. Further details about which projects or roles are affected were not confirmed in the article.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Helldivers 2 and Horizon Forbidden West delisted from Steam in the UK

  Rock Paper Shotgun reported that Helldivers 2 and Horizon Forbidden West were removed from the Steam store in the UK, with their store pages showing an 'item is currently unavailable in your region' error. RPS says the games remain playable from the Steam libraries of UK owners but that anyone who doesn't already own them cannot buy the games or unowned DLC. A Sony spokesperson told VGC, as cited by Rock Paper Shotgun, that Sony is working with Valve to address the issue. RPS described the removals as sudden and suggested publishers may have been surprised by the change.

• 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.

• Mario Kart Tour final Anniversary Tour ahead of 30 September 2026 shutdown

  Nintendo will mark the upcoming shutdown of its mobile game Mario Kart Tour, which Nintendo announced will end service on 30th September 2026, with a final Anniversary Tour. The publisher released an official trailer and said the Anniversary Tour follows the current Sundae Tour. Nintendo also plans a "final MKT report" with stats including the total number of drivers and a top 20 drivers list, where Bowser, Peach and Toad are reported as the top three. Nintendo Life reports Nintendo's FAQ states there are no plans for an offline version of Mario Kart Tour.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Tomodachi Life Switch Lite bundle appears headed to Europe

  Nintendo Life reports a new Switch Lite bundle pairing the handheld with Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream appears to be coming to Europe and is said to arrive at the end of October. The outlet says the bundle reportedly includes a game download of Tomodachi Life and 30 days of Nintendo Switch Online. Nintendo Life notes Tomodachi Life has sold over eight million units globally and that the original Switch family has sold more than 156 million units, per Nintendo's August sales update. The report also frames the bundle as evidence Nintendo is not entirely finished with the original Switch generation despite the Switch 2 being under way.

• Zelda: Ocarina of Time on Switch 2 listed with VRR output in docked mode

  Nintendo Life reports Nintendo's official Switch 2 store page lists VRR Output for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time when played on compatible televisions. The outlet also notes Nintendo released Switch 2 system update Version 23.0.0 last week, which added VRR output in TV Mode and updated the Welcome Tour so the 'VRR Slider' tech demo can be played in TV Mode. Nintendo Life says Nintendo has not otherwise officially acknowledged VRR output in the Zelda title beyond the store listing. The same report points out Nintendo's game page for Metroid Ravenous mentions 120Hz support.

• SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless blemished-box deal drops to $233.99

  IGN reports SteelSeries is selling blemished-box Arctis Nova Pro Wireless headsets for $233.99 after applying the 10% coupon code "NEWSLETTER10." The listing is for the Xbox model but IGN says it also works with PlayStation and PC and includes free shipping. IGN notes SteelSeries released a successor, the Nova Pro Omni, earlier this year and lists that model at $380, saying its improvements aren’t worth the roughly $150 premium. SteelSeries' blemished-box policy, quoted by IGN, says packaging may be slightly damaged while the product itself is untouched and covered by the standard warranty.

• Revelations: Persona reportedly transformed RPGs 30 years ago

  Polygon reported that Revelations: Persona, the first game in the Persona spinoff that launched for the original PlayStation in Japan, quietly transformed role-playing games about 30 years ago. Polygon's piece says that Revelations: Persona paved the way for later series success, including Persona 3, which originally debuted in Japan on July 13, 2006. The outlet also noted that the Persona franchise's growth secured a steady audience for subsequent entries and that many players are now awaiting Persona 6 roughly 20 years after Persona 3. The article is an opinion retrospective published by Jason Venter on September 16, 2026, and presents this evolution as a historical claim rather than newly reported primary evidence.

• 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.

• Sylvan leaves Team Secret in reported offseason exodus

  VLR.gg reported that Sylvan has left Team Secret, describing the move as the latest in an offseason exodus. The post presented the departure alongside other roster headlines in VLR.gg’s news feed. The report does not name a destination for Sylvan, provide reasons for the exit, or list a confirmed replacement for Team Secret. VLR.gg’s feed also included related items such as Team Secret allowing kellyS to explore options.