Oct 11–17, 2026

Top stories

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   Epic Games releases vibe coded launcher preview with Linux support

   Epic Games launched a preview of a new launcher built without handwritten code. It adds native Linux support and claims faster startup times than Steam.

   Games · 9 sources · Oct 15, 2026
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   Microsoft announces pocket sized Xbox Nano controller

   The Xbox Nano is a $49.99 portable gamepad featuring a rechargeable battery. It launches November 4.

   Console · 7 sources · Oct 15, 2026
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   Ubisoft proposes closing RedLynx and cutting staff at Ubisoft Singapore

   Ubisoft plans to shut down the Trials developer RedLynx and lay off approximately 70 people at Ubisoft Singapore.

   Games · 7 sources · Oct 15, 2026
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   GTA 6 reportedly coming to PC in Q1 2027

   Industry insiders tell GamesBeat that the PC version of GTA 6 will launch in the first quarter of 2027.

   Games · 6 sources · Oct 15, 2026
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   Sony announces Gran Turismo limited edition DualSense controller

   A Gran Turismo themed PS5 controller launches December 10 for $84.99.

   Console · 5 sources · Oct 15, 2026

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Valve discontinues Index VR headsetHardware · Oct 15, 2026 · 1 min read

HP EliteBoard G2a keyboard PC launches starting at $3,028Hardware · Oct 15, 2026 · 1 min read

TCL plans 32 and 34 inch 700 Hz OLED panels for 2028Hardware · Oct 15, 2026 · 1 min read

Valve Linux code reveals Steam Frame OLED codenamed PlanoHardware · Oct 15, 2026 · 1 min read

AMD recommends vBIOS updates for Radeon RX 7000 seriesHardware · Oct 15, 2026 · 1 min read

Razer may launch carbon fiber Viper and DeathAdder miceHardware · Oct 15, 2026 · 1 min read

Gigabyte adds future Intel CPU support to all LGA 1700 boardsHardware · Oct 15, 2026 · 1 min read

Microsoft fixes Windows 11 mouse stutter bug in October updateHardware · Oct 15, 2026 · 1 min read

ATK launches Blazing Sky Phantom 44g carbon-fiber mouseHardware · Oct 15, 2026 · 1 min read

Plus 20 more hardware stories this week.

Also in games

Epic is rebuilding Easy Anti-Cheat to bring Fortnite to LinuxGames · Oct 15, 2026 · 1 min read

Sony announces October PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium gamesConsole · Oct 15, 2026 · 1 min read

Rockstar says next project will not take eight years to developGames · Oct 15, 2026 · 1 min read

Sony reveals God of War Laufey Collector Box without the gameConsole · Oct 15, 2026 · 1 min read

Castlevania Belmont's Curse arrives with mixed technical reviewsGames · Oct 15, 2026 · 1 min read

Glen Schofield blames Krafton for The Callisto Protocol failureGames · Oct 15, 2026 · 1 min read

Epic Games delays Disney shooter to pivot to AI developmentGames · Oct 15, 2026 · 1 min read

Nintendo confirms no plans to drop physical Switch 2 gamesConsole · Oct 15, 2026 · 1 min read

Blizzard focuses on core design for World of Warcraft Forever releaseGames · Oct 15, 2026 · 1 min read

DroidDeck runs Steam games locally on AndroidGames · Oct 15, 2026 · 1 min read

Plus 74 more games stories this week.