October 2026 Poised to Be One of the Busiest Game Release Months Ever
An unusually crowded release schedule is anticipated for October 2026, with a significant number of major titles aiming to launch before November's arrival of Grand Theft Auto 6.
Crumbl Cookies Unveils Minecraft-Themed Treats for Limited Time
The bakery chain is offering six square desserts inspired by the popular sandbox game.
Massive Valve Data Leak Reportedly Includes Portal 2 Beta and Half-Life 2: Episode 3 Assets
A trove of internal Valve files, spanning a decade, has allegedly surfaced online, offering glimpses into unreleased content and older builds.
Gamescom Booths Hit by Overnight Thefts, Disrupting Indie Developers
Multiple exhibitors report stolen laptops and equipment, with one solo developer calling the incident 'heartbreaking'.
Rockstar Confirms No Microtransactions or Generative AI at GTA 6 Launch
The developer clarifies its stance on monetization and AI integration ahead of the game's November release.
Activision Films and Releases Cease and Desist Delivery to Call of Duty Cheat Maker
Publisher aims to deter cheaters by publicly confronting and documenting the legal action taken against a prominent cheat developer.
4 Penny Coffins Blends 'Among Us' With Jack the Ripper in Upcoming Social Investigation Game
Other Ocean Interactive's new title pits players against each other in a stylized 1888 London, featuring both multiplayer deduction and a solo mystery mode.
The Sunday Papers: Laptop Thefts at Gamescom, GTA 6's Couple Dynamics, and Tim Curry's C&C: Red Alert 3 Performance
This week's roundup features the ongoing issue of dev laptop thefts at Gamescom, an analysis of the central relationship in Grand Theft Auto VI, and a look back at Tim Curry's iconic role in Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3.
Gamescom 2026: A Roundup of Notable Games Previewed
Game Informer editors share their impressions of Control Resonant, The Witcher 3's new expansion, and a wide array of other titles from the convention.