Weekly roundup · in progress
Nov 1–7, 2026
8 stories from 15 outlets so far this week. This page fills in until Sunday. Here's what mattered most.
Top stories
- 1Switch 2 exclusives boot on PC, iPhone, and original Switch hardware
Programmers have successfully booted newer console exclusives on personal computers, smartphones, and previous-generation hardware.
- 2Intel shifts 18A capacity from Panther Lake to Xeon chips
Intel is redirecting 18A manufacturing capacity from Panther Lake consumer chips to data center wafers to meet high Xeon demand, according to CFO David Zinsner.
- 3Estella Steam demo adds 3 songs and visual updates
Imanity and Shochiku Games released an updated Steam demo for the 3D rhythm game Estella, which includes three new songs and improved visuals. The game is planned for an Early Access launch on PC this winter.
- 4Crimson Desert update 2.04.04 fixes equipment duplication and disappearing livestock
Pearl Abyss is rolling out Crimson Desert update 2.04.04, which addresses equipment duplication and livestock disappearing from the farm.
- 5Zelda 40th Anniversary Pro Controller released for Nintendo Switch 2
A special anniversary controller for the newer Nintendo console showcases a gold and green aesthetic alongside a themed display base.
Also in games
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Gennady is available now on PC, PS4, PS5, and XSX|S, with a Nintendo Switch version arriving November 12, according to Feed 64 and Vsoo Games.
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Nintendo says new Pikmin-themed icons are available on My Nintendo for 5 to 10 Platinum Points until November 28, 2026.
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Crystal Dynamics released a one-minute teaser trailer and a Lo-Fi music collection for Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, which launches February 12, 2027.
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