Topic: release timing
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Elder Scrolls 6 Devs Taking Time, Praise GTA 6 Delay
Bethesda is prioritizing quality over speed for *The Elder Scrolls 6*, with no release date in sight, and developers have openly praised Rockstar's similar patient approach with *GTA VI*. Studio leadership is excited about the game's technological potential, citing modern tools that enable a sign...
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Game Publishers Hurt by 'Fixation on Holiday Window,' Says Newzoo
The summer months (April-August) experience a gaming drought with fewer major releases, while the most anticipated games cluster in February and October, leading to avoidable market competition. Newzoo's analysis shows that games released from August to November perform 25-34% worse on average th...
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Todd Howard: The Elder Scrolls 6 Still "A Long Way Off"
Bethesda's Todd Howard confirmed that The Elder Scrolls 6 is still far from release, urging fans to be patient despite ongoing development. The long gap since Skyrim is due to Bethesda focusing on other projects like Fallout 4 and Starfield, which served as a creative reset for the team. Howard p...
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Apple Readies iOS 26.0.1 Update Packed With Bug Fixes
Apple is releasing iOS 26.0.1 to fix various bugs and performance issues, enhancing system stability and security. The update was detected in server logs and tested internally, with a revised build number suggesting a broader scope of fixes than initially expected. iOS 26.1, currently in beta, wi...
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Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Switch 2 Delay Explained by Takashi Iizuka
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is available on Nintendo Switch but has performance issues, leading to anticipation for a Switch 2 release. The game's delayed launch on Switch 2, rumored for June 2025, is to allow time for optimization and to fully utilize the new hardware. The development team priorit...
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Animal Crossing: New Horizons' 3.0 Update Is Out Now
The **Animal Crossing: New Horizons 3.0 update** has launched early as a free download, introducing major new content like a Resort Hotel and a Reset Service. Key quality-of-life improvements include **bulk crafting** to save time, alongside other fresh activities and enhancements for players to ...
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Apple's November Surprises: A Look Back at Past Launches
Apple typically reserves September and October for major product announcements, with November and December used for shipping previously revealed items, making a late-year launch unusual. Despite the pattern, Apple has broken from tradition before, such as with the 2019 16-inch MacBook Pro and 202...
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Fallout 76's New Vegas-Style Update Adds Walton Goggins' The Ghoul
Fallout 76's Burning Springs expansion, launching in December, introduces a new post-apocalyptic Ohio setting and features The Ghoul, a character voiced by Walton Goggins, tied to the Amazon series. The update adds a bounty hunting system, new weapons, gear, and factions, along with public events...
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Ghost of Yotei PS5: Global Release Times Revealed
*Ghost of Yotei*, the sequel to *Ghost of Tsushima*, launches globally on October 2 at midnight local time, with North American release times varying by time zone. The game is exclusively available on PlayStation 5, continuing Sony's strategy of single-platform releases without PC or cross-platfo...
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Why Games Like Silksong Delay Launch: The Battle for Visibility
The surprise announcement of Silksong's release date on September 4 has prompted several competing games to delay their launches to avoid being overshadowed. Developers face significant risks when launching near a major title, as competition for visibility extends to press coverage, streamers, an...
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Highguard's Final Trailer at The Game Awards Stuns Viewers
**Highguard**, a new free-to-play sci-fantasy raid shooter from Respawn Entertainment veterans, was surprisingly revealed as the final announcement at The Game Awards, sparking a divided reaction. Despite showcasing fluid movement and a blend of gunplay with magic, the game faces criticism for it...
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Apple's M6 Chip May Launch Sooner Than Expected
Apple's M6 chip is rumored to arrive sooner than expected, potentially accelerating the release timeline for future Mac and iPad models. The speculation follows a pattern of rapid chip updates, like the M4's quick debut, and suggests another strategic shift in Apple's launch cadence. A key myster...
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Hollow Knight: Silksong Development Confirmed, Details Remain Secret
Team Cherry has confirmed that additional content for Hollow Knight: Silksong is in production, though details on its nature and release schedule are not yet disclosed. The developers are exploring both planned content and their own ideas for expansions, emphasizing the need for polish and creati...
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Steam Machine Launches in Australia Simultaneously With Global Release
Valve's new Steam Frame, Steam Machine, and Steam Controller will launch in Australia simultaneously with their global release, marking a major shift from previous delayed availability. The products are scheduled for an early 2026 launch and will ship to regions currently served by Steam Deck, in...
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Google Pixel Drop Leaks Early: November Features Revealed
Google's next Pixel Drop software update is expected to launch on November 4, earlier than anticipated, introducing new features for Pixel smartphones. The update will include the first official Pixel theme pack, starting with "Wicked," and enhanced animation tools in Pixel Studio for creating vi...
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Pre-Order the Astro Bot Joyful DualSense Controller Now
The Astro Bot Joyful DualSense controller is now available for pre-order, featuring a vibrant design with crescent-shaped eyes on the touchpad for a cheerful expression. Pre-orders are live in the UK and US at major retailers like PlayStation Direct, Smyths Toys, Best Buy, and Walmart, with price...
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Amazon's $899 Ember Artline TV: A New Art-Style Display
Amazon has launched the Ember Artline TV, a television designed to resemble framed art, positioning itself in the gallery-style TV market popularized by competitors like Samsung. The TV will be available in 55-inch and 65-inch models, featuring 4K Ultra HD resolution and support for HDR formats l...
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Total War: Medieval 3 Announced as 'Rebirth of Historical Total War'
**Total War: Medieval 3** has been announced as a major reinvention of the franchise, promising a deep historical sandbox with unprecedented player freedom, though it remains in early development. The game will be powered by the new **Warcore engine**, designed to enable more immersive gameplay a...
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Top Google Pixel 10 Deals: Amazon Prime Day 2025
The author strongly recommends Google Pixel phones as a capable iPhone alternative, praising their smooth operating system and standout camera system with AI enhancements that produce vibrant photos. The latest Google Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro models are currently discounted on Amazon, offering s...
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Chrono Trigger's Spiritual Successor Reveals New Gameplay Trailer
A new gameplay trailer for "Threads of Time," a retro-style RPG inspired by Chrono Trigger, reveals its time-spanning story and vibrant combat system, developed by Riyo Games in Canada and showcased at the PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct. The game features a striking HD-2D visual style, transporting ...
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Apple's Future Beyond the iPhone 17: What's Next?
Apple plans to release at least ten new products by mid-2026, expanding its ecosystem beyond the iPhone. Key upcoming products include the M5 iPad Pro with a new chip, a budget iPhone 17e, and a smart home hub in 2026. Incremental updates are expected for devices like the Apple TV, HomePod mini, ...
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Latest Google Play Update Causing Pixel Glitches
A recent Google Play system update intended to enhance security is causing temporary glitches like screen freezes and interface failures for some Pixel smartphone owners during installation. The specific issues vary by model, ranging from a black screen on the Pixel 10 Pro to a failed launcher on...
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Stardew Valley 1.7 Update Adds New Farm Type and Social Features
The Stardew Valley 1.7 update will introduce a new specialized farm type and expand social interactions, such as character events or dialogue, though specific details remain unannounced. The update's release timeline is uncertain, as developer Eric Barone has suggested it may follow his next proj...
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Inferno: Let It Die Sequel Embraces Generative AI
*Let it Die: Inferno*, launching December 4th, uses generative AI for in-game voices, music, and graphics, with content edited by the development team. The game is developed by Supertrick Games and introduces a PvEvP format, shifting the core gameplay to include real-time multiplayer combat. The ...
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge Design Rivals iPhone 17 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge is rumored to undergo a major design overhaul, featuring a slim profile and a new horizontal camera bar, positioning it as a direct competitor to the iPhone 17 Pro. Speculation suggests it may replace the S26 Plus in Samsung's lineup and could include Qi2 wireless char...
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Quest 3 Becomes Most-Used VR Headset on Steam
The Meta Quest 3 has surpassed the Quest 2 as the most-used VR headset on Steam, with a 26.68% share, indicating a significant generational shift in the VR market. This transition to the Quest 3, which emphasizes advanced mixed reality features, encourages developers to prioritize creating conten...
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Satisfactory Console Release: Coming to PS5 and Xbox This November
Satisfactory is launching on PlayStation and Xbox consoles on November 4, expanding the factory-building game to a broader audience beyond PC. The game involves constructing complex industrial networks on an alien planet, with cross-play support enabling up to four players to collaborate across a...
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Next-Gen M5 Macs: New Models Reportedly Arriving Soon
Apple plans to expand its M5 Mac lineup throughout 2026, introducing at least four new models with enhanced performance across various product categories. The rollout will be phased, starting with the M5 MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models early in the year, followed by updates to the Mac mini and...
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Nintendo's New Fire Emblem Mobile Game is a Social Deduction Spin-Off
Nintendo has unexpectedly released a new free mobile game, Fire Emblem Shadows, for iOS and Android, combining tactical RPG elements with social deduction gameplay. This marks Nintendo's first new mobile title in years, following the financial success of Fire Emblem Heroes, which earned over $650...
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Lenovo Legion Go 2: The Next SteamOS Handheld Revealed
Lenovo is launching a dedicated SteamOS version of its Legion Go 2 handheld in June, priced from $1,199, offering an alternative to the Windows model with the same hardware. The device is distinguished by its premium hardware, including a unique variable-refresh-rate OLED screen and versatile, de...
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Xbox's Phil Spencer Highlights Major Steam Presence Amid Valve Hardware Launch
Valve announced new hardware including the Steam Machine, aiming to bring PC gaming to living rooms and marking a strategic expansion in the industry. Microsoft's Phil Spencer publicly supported the launch, emphasizing openness and player choice, while observers noted a reserved tone possibly ref...
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Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection Update Reduces Input Lag, Improves Online
A recent hotfix for Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection has significantly reduced input lag, especially on PlayStation versions, which had 108 ms latency compared to 22 ms on PC, and is now available on PS4, PS5, and PC with Xbox and Nintendo updates coming soon. The update includes audio buffer adj...
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Must-See Gadgets You Need to Know About
McIntosh has created a one-of-a-kind orange amplifier in tribute to Virgil Abloh, symbolizing his creative energy and not available for public sale. Google's next-generation smart home speaker, launching in spring 2026, features a redesigned form, enhanced audio, and advanced Gemini integration f...
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Xiaomi 15T & 15T Pro: Impressive Phones Facing a Short Lifespan
Xiaomi's 15T and 15T Pro offer high-end features like powerful MediaTek Dimensity chipsets, large OLED displays, and robust camera systems at competitive prices, though their launch timing just before new flagships is unusual. Both models feature durable IP68 ratings, substantial 5,500mAh batteri...
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iOS 26.3 Beta 1 Released for iPhone and iPad Developers
Apple has released developer beta versions of iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 shortly after the public launch of the stable 26.2 versions. The initial focus of this update appears to be on improving system stability and reliability, likely addressing bugs rather than adding major new features. Access is...
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Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Remake Sets Sail by April
A remake of *Assassin's Creed: Black Flag* is strongly rumored to be launching by March 31, 2026, based on Ubisoft's financial report listing an unannounced title for that period. Evidence for the remake includes hints from the original voice actor and reports of structural changes, such as the r...
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