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Nintendo has added a free Triforce Tee and Korok Umbrella to Animal Crossing: New Horizons for The Legend of Zelda’s 40th anniversary. Players can download both through Ninten Island (DA-6382-1459-4417) or the Custom Designs Portal, while one Zelda amiibo still unlocks the 28-item crossover range from January’s free 3.0 update.

Walmart is reportedly offering $519 gift cards to some customers affected by its last-minute cancellations of Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Switch 2 preorders. Other customers have been given a limited opportunity to reclaim their reservations, although it remains unclear whether everyone affected will receive both forms of compensation.

The Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake foil cover has now sold out for good at Amazon. Future copies of the Nintendo Switch 2 game will arrive with standard packaging. The pre-order bonus has boosted already tremendous demand ahead of the November 5th release date.

The Zelda: Ocarina of Time review embargo won’t give undecided buyers much time to consider the Switch 2 game. Metacritic expects scores to appear just before the November 5th release date. The remake faces the tall order of replicating the N64 version’s record-high 99 rating.

A new open-source project lets Nintendo Switch games run natively on Apple Silicon chips without emulation. Reports indicate that Monster Hunter Rise can reach as much as an impressive 60 FPS on an M1 chip.

RPCS3 Sony PlayStation 3 emulator has just gotten a lot better on macOS devices thanks to a huge new graphics update. The update brings new Vulkan drivers, which reportedly resolve many issues.

The Bazzite-deck has been ported to PlayStation 5. It runs from external storage, making it easier for users to run Steam games, and the project has a nifty trick that can unlock the full 40 CU GPU stack of the base PS5.

The Moscow underground has never looked quite this sharp. Metro 2033 Redux and Metro: Last Light Redux have received a free next-generation upgrade, bringing 4K visuals, smoother performance and modern console features. However, returning Xbox players should check what happens to their saved progress before heading back into the tunnels.

Black Friday 2026 is just around the corner, and Nintendo is apparently planning attractive bundle deals for both the Nintendo Switch and the Switch 2. A reliable source has now revealed the price of another bundle, which is expected to be offered for just €179.

GTA 6 has the highest purchase intent Circana has recorded for any video game, with 29% of US console and PC gamers planning to buy it. The $79.99 title launches on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S on November 19, 2026, as preorder estimates pass $630 million and Take-Two guides to record net bookings of up to $8.2 billion.

Grinding Gear Games' latest Path of Exile 2 teaser strongly suggests that the Shadow class could return alongside the already-confirmed Duelist. If the speculation proves accurate, the game's full release would introduce two new playable classes simultaneously, marking a significant departure from its Early Access update schedule.

While October 29th was a letdown, the Ocarina of Time release date seems more promising. Best Buy anticipates 30-100 Zelda Edition Switch 2 consoles for its midnight launch event. After canceling pre-orders, Walmart has informed employees of a supply chain delay.

Nintendo EPD may have helmed the Ocarina of Time remake, contradicting leaks about the Switch 2 game. A Japan Today article refers to a team led by veteran producer Eiji Aonuma. Still, new developers and support studios could help avoid delays in the next 3D Zelda experience.

GTA 6 reviews will go live on November 18, a day before the game’s release. Media outlets and influencers have received codes, and Rockstar is being extra cautious about the possibility of leaks.

FromSoftware has decided it needs more time to perfect The Duskbloods before it can be released exclusively for the Switch 2. They did not share a date for the release, so it is unclear if the game will come out early or late in 2027.

There is less than a month to go until this year's Black Friday. A reliable source has already revealed an initial bundle deal that, while limited to certain regions, suggests that Nintendo is planning particularly attractive offers for the Nintendo Switch 2.

South Park has referenced Rockstar’s upcoming title in various gags. The latest episode includes a GTA 6 gameplay clip featuring Jason and Lucia on a beach. A dog poop fight unfolds on a teeming beachfront that hilariously demonstrates advanced graphics.

Fans expected the GTA 6 map size to dwarf any previous Rockstar open world. Even so, a new Edge Magazine interview with the studio reveals how much bigger its landmass is. Players will also be able to visit most of Leonida on the release date, including more building interiors.

Sony has announced a new lineup of games that PS Plus members will be able to claim and download starting next week. The lineup includes Dead Island 2, Monster Train 2, and more.

Walmart has bungled the debut of a Nintendo handheld again. The store canceled online pre-orders for the Zelda 40th Anniversary console a day ahead of its release date. However, the company reportedly will have units available at physical locations.

November 19 marks the release of GTA 6 on PS5 and Xbox Series consoles. It is going to be one of the biggest games ever, if not the biggest, not just in terms of budget, but also in terms of gameplay.

We’ve seen multiple reports of GTA 6 coming to PC earlier than GTA V did. While the timeline has been confirmed by Rockstar, an analyst seems quite confident in his prediction.

GTA 6 performance concerns gamers who expected visuals above 30 fps. Still, leaks from earlier builds contain evidence of fidelity and performance modes. Gamers may not see 40-60 fps on the release date, but the PS5 Pro remains the best hope for these frame rates.

GameSir has announced two new variants of its G7 Pro controller for Xbox consoles. While not stated, the inspiration behind the design of the controllers, as well as the launch date, is clearly tied to GTA VI.

Mimic is in early access on Steam and Epic. Testing explored every role on an RTX 5060 laptop, plus the Icarus map, affixes, and Android and DLSS performance at 1080p.

The Intel Arc G3 Extreme-powered Acer Predator Atlas 8 handheld gaming console has been tested. This is the first Acer handheld console in the US. The console proves to be much faster than the similarly priced Asus ROG Xbox Ally X20.

The software jailbreak for the Nintendo Switch 2 is making further progress. Developer pepsipu has reportedly managed to port the exploit to WebKit, meaning SmileBASIC 4, which Nintendo has since removed from the eShop, is no longer required.

Modder NotRexed has published SkyboundTOTK, an unofficial recompiled port that runs The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom as a native Windows application. The source-only release adds FSR 1 upscaling, experimental frame interpolation and ultrawide modes, and support for keyboard and mouse.

Without Nintendo blocking the Switch 2 jailbreak, new games are vulnerable. The Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake preload has started, allowing pre-release date downloads. However, many files are likely encrypted, which may prevent the ns2jb exploit from uncovering secrets.

Sony has confirmed that a total of 12 games will be removed from PlayStation Plus in November 2026. The lineup includes Red Dead Redemption 2, GTA V, and more.

Any GTA 6 reviewer who breaks their embargo NDA risks becoming Rockstar’s enemy. A content creator alleges Xbox and PS5 versions ship with watermarks that identify the player. Damaging leaks would include story spoilers or details about the game’s performance on consoles. Update (October 29th 7:22 PM CET): Two reliable insiders have cast doubt on GTA 6 review copies being watermarked.

The cheapest Steam Deck already costs $789 due to the DRAM crisis, and at $599, the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition is now 50 percent more expensive than it was six years ago – gaming is increasingly becoming a luxury. Yet Nintendo has the opportunity to position the Switch 2 as a beacon in these dark times.

It’s no surprise that GTA 6 is going to be massive and demand a lot of storage space. We now know exactly how much, and a lot of PS5 players are going to have to do some reorganizing.

With launch events planned, Nintendo may give Zelda fans another reason to visit stores. A photo of a Switch 2 kiosk featuring the Ocarina of Time remake has emerged. The gaming giant previously offered playable in-store demos of console exclusives at retailers.

Playden allows Steam games to run directly on the PlayStation 5. However, the software currently only works on jailbroken consoles and still comes with several limitations.

The RPCS3 PS3 emulator can now play another Sony PlayStation 3 game from start to finish with no issues and good performance, its full name being Miyazato San Kyoudai Naizou Sega Golf Club. This has resulted in the RPCS3 PS3 emulator now playing 80.07% of the entire PS3 library.

Once a Switch 2 game launches on a Game-Key Card, it may never see a cartridge release. A retailer leaked a Nintendo policy that restricts publishers from making the change. Physical media supporters lobby companies to avoid download-dependent formats on the console.

Metroid Dread has received an unofficial PC port through an AI-assisted recompilation project, adding higher frame rates, widescreen support, and expanded graphics options. Available free on GitHub, the work-in-progress port requires players’ own game files updated to version 2.1.0, with the developer warning of potential crashes and glitches.

GTA 6 reviews are expected to arrive on November 18, just one day before the official release. A known leaker has now reiterated the embargo date and shared that reviews could already be underway.

GSC Game World has released a new free update for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, improving how far players can see stalkers and mutants roaming the Zone. Update 2.1 also introduces fast travel with squad leaders and combat adjustments, although making the world more believable could come at a performance cost.

Shoppers in the U.S. may find the Zelda-edition Switch 2 console on store racks. Some Walmart locations have the Nintendo handheld on display, even though it won't launch until October 29th. Meanwhile, a European buyer brought a pre-ordered unit home and posted unboxing photos.

Amazon Games released a 30th anniversary trailer for Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, which launches February 12, 2027 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam and Switch 2.

This Halloween, Blackview PlayPop 8 AI Motion Gaming Console is bringing more excitement to the season with a dedicated Halloween-themed game hub, headlined by three brand-new games.

The RPCS3 team has fixed an issue that kept Madagascar Escape 2 Africa, an Activision action-adventure game, from saving correctly on PCs. The game is currently without any issues and is fully playable using RPCS3.

A new update to the Android PS3 emulator ARMSX3 allows players to access Batman: Arkham Origins multiplayer through community-run servers. Version 1.4 also adds virtual toy portals for several toys-to-life games, nearly a decade after the Batman game's official online services were discontinued.

God of War 3 can now be played on PCs thanks to a fan-made PC port. However, you could already play the game on your gaming systems with the RPCS3 PS3 emulator. As it turns out, the two methods aren't equal in terms of performance.

NIS America launches Village in the Shade on PS5, Switch, Switch 2, and PC. See how the rules and Sunshine mode work, plus the launch update and PC specs.

Genshin Impact 7.2 Hour of Ruin arrives November 4 with a new Snezhnaya region, a new Archon Quest, and the playable debut of Electro characters Mitya and Valeriy.

Steins;Gate Re:Boot arrives October 29 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, and Switch 2. See platforms, physical editions, new story content, and how the console ports run.