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Fable Anticipated for 2027, Scalebound Revival and GTA 6 Boost Console Sales – September 2026 Game News

Video GamesFriday, September 4, 2026

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  • Riot Games' Riftbound trading card featuring esports legend Faker is valued up to $50,000, with bundles reselling for $7,000 on eBay, showcasing staggering market interest and crossover appeal beyond traditional esports tournaments.[Polygon]
  • Mod Jed, a former Old School RuneScape developer, pled guilty to hacking players and stealing more than £364,829 in cash, highlighting critical issues of trust and security within online game communities.[GamesRadar+]
  • A current Steam sale offers five top-tier games rated 90+ for under $25, including popular titles like Tomb Raider and Guardians of the Galaxy, attracting gamers seeking high-quality but affordable PC gaming experiences.[Kotaku]
  • Valve's Counter-Strike 2 slur-tracking leaderboard, intended to monitor offensive behavior, has been exploited as a competition among players, which exacerbates in-game toxicity and raises concerns about moderation effectiveness.[Kotaku]
  • Hideki Kamiya confirmed he is fully committed to reviving Scalebound, the canceled Xbox game from nearly a decade ago, promising potential renewed interest and possibly resurrecting a once-promising franchise.[Eurogamer]
  • Following a hands-on demo at Gamescom 2026, Fable is the most anticipated game of 2027, impressing players and industry insiders with innovative gameplay mechanics and rich story details.[Dualshockers]
  • Enthusiasm for GTA 6 has driven a 30% increase in PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S console sales in the UK, underscoring the franchise's substantial market influence and player eagerness ahead of its release.[Eurogamer]
  • Bungie is relocating from its Bellevue headquarters due to recent layoffs, indicating significant studio restructuring that may impact Destiny 2 development and future projects.[Dualshockers]
  • At Tokyo Game Show 2026, Square Enix unveiled plans for major franchise showcases, including new content for Final Fantasy VII, Kingdom Hearts 4, and Dragon Quest, signaling strong lineup for the coming year.[Siliconera]
  • Nintendo announced a rare double Nintendo Direct event next week: one presenting The Legend of Zelda 40th anniversary and a separate stream focused on revealing details about Switch 2, heightening anticipation for Nintendo’s flagship franchises and hardware.[Destructoid]
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