Pins matching posted:2026-09-13

A VGC podcast report suggests Rockstar could bring Grand Theft Auto 6 to PC less than six months after its console launch, faster than the studio's usual porting cadence, though the claim remains unconfirmed.

Industry insider NateTheHate says Insomniac Games' rumored Venom spin-off remains in development despite the death of voice actor Tony Todd, though Insomniac has not confirmed the project exists.

Square Enix surprise-released Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion on Nintendo Switch 2, bringing the remastered FFVII prequel's enhanced graphics, remastered soundtrack, and updated combat to the new console.

Xbox has taken over publishing duties for Physint, Kojima Productions' stealth-action project previously tied to Sony, deepening the studio's relationship with Xbox following their earlier collaboration on OD.

Bloober Team subsidiary Broken Mirror Games unveiled Onyx: The Dark Grip, a Switch 2 exclusive playable only in handheld mode, using touchscreen, motion, and microphone input as a spiritual successor to DS- and 3DS-era horror and puzzle games.

Blizzard surprise-released Forsaken Kingdom, a two-part standalone prologue campaign for the 24-year-old Warcraft 3, as part of Reforged's free 3.0 update following the BlizzCon 2026 opening ceremony.

As Marvel's Wolverine reviews went live, players pushed Insomniac to add an option to disable Logan's tracking scent trail entirely, but community director James Stevenson clarified it only appears during specific tracking moments, not constantly.

iOS 27 (and iPadOS 27) launches publicly September 14 for compatible devices. Two announced features are delayed because they needed more testing time: AI-powered one-tap Suggestions in Messages conversations, and automatic fixing of compromised passwords via Apple Intelligence in the Passwords app. Both were present in the beta and may arrive in an iOS 27.1 update before the October 23 iPhone Duo launch.

Apple launches the iPhone 18 Pro ($1,199, 256GB) and iPhone 18 Pro Max ($1,299), after pre-orders opened September 12. Highlights: A20 Pro chip, variable-aperture Main camera, improved vapor chamber cooling, upgraded 5G modems, longer battery life, faster charging, a smaller Dynamic Island, and storage up to 2TB. Colors: silver, black, glacier, and burgundy.

Apple Watch Ultra 4 launches at $799, after pre-orders opened September 9. Apple claims up to two days of battery life, or up to 18 hours of workout tracking with full GPS and heart rate monitoring (45 hours in extended workout mode). Also new: the S11 chip, a redesigned health sensing system, a Readiness feature, Sound Recognition and Live Rewind, and a Siri Recap feature launching in beta later in 2026. Available in Black and Natural titanium with new band colors.

Apple Watch Series 12 launches at $399, after pre-orders opened September 9. Highlights: S11 chip, a redesigned health sensing system for more accurate heart rate tracking, a new Readiness feature, Sound Recognition and Live Rewind audio intelligence, Ceramic Shield on aluminum models, and an updated Health app with Health Age and a Longevity tab. Available in aluminum, titanium, and ceramic finishes.

AirPods 5 launch at $129 ($149 for the Premium model), after pre-orders opened September 9. ANC removes up to 50% more external noise than AirPods 4, thanks to a redesigned acoustic architecture and updated Adaptive EQ. Also new: improved Transparency mode, Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, and Live Translation support on compatible iPhones. The $149 Premium model adds swipe volume controls, up to 5 hours of ANC listening time (22 with the case), and a wireless charging case with Apple Watch and Qi support.

Apple launches the foldable iPhone Duo at $1,999 for 256GB (up to 2TB available), after pre-orders opened October 16. It has a 7.6-inch inner display and 5.4-inch outer display, a custom hinge with over 100 precision components, nano-texture and micro-lens finishes to minimize the fold crease, dual 48MP Fusion and ultra-wide cameras plus an under-display FaceTime camera, the A20 Pro chip with a C2 modem, dual batteries rated for up to 24 hours of mixed-screen use, IP68 water resistance, a titanium frame, and Ceramic Shield.

Cloud Imperium Games has reportedly invited content creators to an NDA-bound October preview event for Squadron 42, the long-in-development Star Citizen campaign now targeting a Q2 2027 release after repeated delays.

Nintendo confirmed its Switch 2 remake of Ocarina of Time launches November 5, 2026, with upgraded visuals and new Zelda Notes integration, positioning it as the console's marquee holiday release.

Capcom's Monster Hunter Wilds is porting to Nintendo Switch 2 with local wireless four-player multiplayer and cross-play, with the "Ascendance" expansion and Master Rank content to follow in 2027.

Playground Games confirmed Forza Horizon 6 is still launching on PlayStation 5 within 2026, refuting a report that the open-world racer had slipped to 2027 and putting it on a collision course with GTA 6's release window.

Nintendo revealed Metroid Ravenous, a new 2D entry where Samus fights for survival on a hostile moon after being attacked, alongside a special edition and three amiibo, set for a January 28, 2027 Switch 2 launch.

Blizzard slipped a first look at Overwatch's unnamed Hero 55, an Omnic support character, into a roster photo at BlizzCon 2026, following the reveal of new Support hero Doctrine, who launches with Season 5 on October 6.

Blizzard confirmed its next StarCraft game abandons the RTS format for an open-world shooter, with development leads calling 2030 a "solid" release target meant to keep the team honest and focused.