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•Rockstar's Grand Theft Auto 6 is poised for release in the coming months on PS5 and Xbox, introducing significant gameplay changes including a revamped carjacking system. In support of the launch, Sony and Rockstar are releasing two limited edition DualSense PS5 controllers themed around GTA 6, with pre-orders starting September 10, enhancing the promotional push for one of the year's most anticipated titles.[GameSpot][IGN][Polygon][Eurogamer][Dualshockers]
•Square Enix revealed that Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will launch globally on April 8, 2027, across all platforms including a Game-Key Card physical version for Switch 2. The publisher is offering the entire Final Fantasy 7 Remake Trilogy, including Remake, Rebirth, and Revelation, bundled for $85, and a $350 Collector's Edition featuring statues of Cloud, Sephiroth, and Zack. Additionally, multiple story DLC expansions starring Sephiroth and Vincent Valentine are planned to release between Winter 2027 and Spring 2028, with early access available for a $100 premium.[Eurogamer][Kotaku][Polygon][Nintendo Life][GamesRadar+][Kotaku][Nintendo Life][Pure Xbox]
•Metro 2039, an upcoming post-apocalyptic first-person shooter, will arrive on Xbox on February 4, 2027. The game was showcased during the State of Play and promises multiple performance modes designed to optimize the visual experience for players in a crowded release window early next year.[Pure Xbox]
•Microsoft implemented new time limits on Xbox Game Pass streaming services, impacting over 1 million subscribers with strict monthly hour caps and additional fees for extended streaming. This shift introduces a controversial model changing cloud gaming usage and reflects broader industry moves such as the revival of game rentals through purchasable cloud playtime increments of 5 to 15 hours per month.[Ars Technica Gaming][GamesRadar+][Kotaku][IGN]
•Valve's Steam platform generated approximately $15 billion in revenue so far in 2023, with the game Crimson Desert alone surpassing $203 million in sales according to market analysts. This highlights continued robust digital game sales and platform dominance within the PC gaming sector.[GamesRadar+]
•Rust released a major September 2026 force wipe update featuring substantial gameplay changes and new features aimed at refreshing the player experience. This update continues to evolve the survival game's complex mechanics amid its active player base.[Polygon]
•Pearl Abyss announced the first major DLC for Crimson Desert titled Charting the Unknown, scheduled to launch on October 15, 2026. The expansion transports players to a new crimson desert beyond the original game's setting, promising fresh content and exploration opportunities.[Rock Paper Shotgun]

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Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA6) – We NEED To Talk About Carjacking

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Rockstar's upcoming Grand Theft Auto 6 will release in a few months for PS5 and Xbox, featuring a redesigned carjacking mechanic, a core gameplay element of the series.

GameSpot · 9/3/2026, 9:00:00 PM

Final Fantasy 7 Revelation finally gets a 2027 release date, as Final Fantasy Resonance gets a surprise demo

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Square Enix announced Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will launch worldwide on April 8, 2027, on all platforms, with the reveal made during Sony's State of Play livestream, highlighting a key upcoming RPG release.

Eurogamer · 9/3/2026, 3:35:54 PM

METRO 2039 Is Coming To Xbox In February, But Could Get Lost In A Very Crowded Month

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Metro 2039, a visually rich FPS set in a post-apocalyptic world, will release on Xbox on February 4, 2027, featuring multiple performance modes as showcased at the State of Play event.

Pure Xbox · 9/3/2026, 1:55:00 PM

Xbox imposes harsh new time limits for Game Pass game streaming

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Xbox imposed new strict time limits on game streaming for over 1 million Xbox Game Pass subscribers, requiring additional payments for extended playtime, marking a significant change in Game Pass streaming policies.

Ars Technica Gaming · 9/3/2026, 9:10:59 PM

Steam earned Valve $15 billion in revenue so far this year, with Crimson Desert alone topping $203 million according to analyst

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Valve's Steam platform has generated roughly $15 billion in revenue in 2023 so far, with the single game Crimson Desert surpassing $203 million in sales according to analysts.

GamesRadar+ · 9/3/2026, 9:04:40 PM

Rust's New Force Wipe Update Includes Major Game Changes

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Rust's major September 2026 force wipe update is live, introducing significant game changes and new features that overhaul player experience in this popular survival game.

Polygon · 9/3/2026, 8:47:55 PM

Microsoft invents new level of 'own nothing and like it': 5 to 15 hours of playtime a month for Xbox cloud gaming, but you can "purchase additional cloud playtime"

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Microsoft launched a new Xbox cloud gaming service allowing 5 to 15 hours of free playtime per month, with options to purchase additional cloud playtime, effectively reintroducing game rentals.

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Square Enix Is Selling The Entire Final Fantasy 7 Remake Trilogy, Including Next Year’s Revelation, For Just $85

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Square Enix is selling the entire Final Fantasy 7 Remake Trilogy, which includes Remake, Rebirth, and the upcoming Revelation, as a bundle for $85, offering fans a comprehensive package of the franchise.

Kotaku · 9/3/2026, 6:00:16 PM

Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Story DLC Starring Two Fan-Favorite Characters Confirmed

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Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will feature two story DLCs starring fan-favorites Sephiroth and Vincent Valentine, expanding the game's narrative post-launch.

Polygon · 9/3/2026, 5:05:16 PM

The first big Crimson Desert DLC arrives in October, seems to be set in a crimson desert beyond Crimson Desert's existing crimson desert

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