Nintendo has confirmed two upcoming presentations scheduled for September 2026. A 30-minute event dedicated to the Zelda franchise will take place on September 8, followed by a general Nintendo Direct on September 9.
Gaming NewsDevelopingSep 4, 2026, 11:03 PM UTC
NoPixel 5 Update for GTA 5 Launches September 8
The NoPixel 5 roleplay service for Grand Theft Auto 5 is scheduled to launch on September 8. This update introduces significant technical overhauls, including reworked textures, new lighting and shader systems, and expanded character customization.
NintendoDevelopingSep 4, 2026, 10:48 PM UTC
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Version 4.0.0 Update Introduces Cross-Platform Discrepancies
The version 4.0.0 update for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe has introduced visual and environmental differences between the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Players on the newer hardware encounter additional trackside hazards like gas canisters and black tires that are absent on the original console.
Gaming NewsDevelopingSep 4, 2026, 9:08 PM UTC
Physics-Based Simulation Game Worming From Home Released on Steam
Worming From Home is now available on Steam for $6. In this physics-based simulation, players control a worm attempting to secure a promotion to senior financial analyst by completing office tasks while maintaining a worm-life balance.
PlayStationDevelopingSep 4, 2026, 9:07 PM UTC
Fate/Extra Record Release Date Announced
Fate/Extra Record will launch on January 28, 2027, for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, and PC. This enhanced remake of the 2010 PSP title features strategic command-based combat where players build custom decks to compete in the Holy Grail War.
IndustryDevelopingSep 4, 2026, 8:17 PM UTC
YouTube Updates Monetization Guidelines for Graphic Gaming Violence
YouTube has updated its advertiser-friendly guidelines to allow monetization for videos featuring graphic gaming violence, provided the content appears after the first seven seconds of the upload. This change clarifies that graphic scenes shown between eight and 15 seconds are now ad-eligible.
Fortell Games has released Warshift 2: Machines of Madness, a new strategy title developed by Cyril Megem, offering a unique blend of real-time strategy and third-person action. The game supports XBOX Play Anywhere and targets 4K60 FPS on XBOX Series X.
WFS and Studio Prisma have released a playable demo for their time-traveling, turn-based RPG, Another Eden Begins, on Switch 2, Switch, and PC via Steam. Players can transfer their demo progress to the full game, which is set for a worldwide digital release on September 17.
Mobile Gaming / News Brief / Sep 2, 2026, 2:58 PM UTC
The isometric brawler "Bloodless" is now available on Android via Google Play, presenting a unique take on the samurai revenge narrative where players disarm foes rather than defeat them lethally.
Capcom has unveiled a new trailer for the upcoming Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen expansion, showcasing the Relic Expedition system designed to boost player power with new gear and skills.
JSAUX has announced new gaming hardware, including the compact VOIDJOY SkyLark S1 Pro Portable Controller, designed for versatile play across multiple platforms, and two innovative Steam Machine frontplates: an E-Ink panel and a Pixel Matrix panel, offering customizable visual experiences.
PlayStation / News Brief / Sep 2, 2026, 2:07 PM UTC
Sony is preparing to announce the full list of games leaving PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium in October 2026. Based on typical service patterns, several titles added one or two years ago are now potential candidates for removal, prompting subscribers to review their backlogs.
Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition, set to release on Nintendo Switch 2 tomorrow, will include distinct graphics settings. Players can choose between “Prioritize FPS” and “Prioritize Resolution” modes, though these options are exclusively available when the console is docked.
Japanese publisher Square Enix has issued a statement refuting claims that it is exploring the possibility of going private, following a report in a Japanese business magazine that caused its stock price to rise significantly.
Jagex confirms RuneScape: Dragonwilds will debut on Xbox Series X|S on September 15, 2026, marking the franchise's first appearance on the platform in 25 years. This survival RPG adventure invites players to explore the magical continent of Ashenfall, master skills, and confront the Dragon Queen.
PlayStation / News Brief / Sep 2, 2026, 1:36 PM UTC
Players on PlayStation 4 are reportedly unable to re-download previously purchased add-on content for the 2018 title Surviving Mars following its delisting and subsequent relaunch. Publisher Paradox Interactive has acknowledged the problem, but a resolution remains outstanding.
Remedy's upcoming sequel, Control Resonant, introduces Dylan as the protagonist, shifting focus to close-quarters melee combat, deeper RPG systems, and open-ended exploration within a uniquely transformed Manhattan. The game aims to culminate the studio's long-standing design philosophies.
Xbox Game Pass subscribers can look forward to a new wave of titles in September, highlighted by the console debut of RuneScape: Dragonwilds, a new co-op survival crafting game.