Image: Rockstar Games Rockstar Games may have tried to pull off one of the biggest music coups in gaming history. A fresh rumor claims the studio pitched Daft Punk a "final comeback" reunion to compose the original score for Grand Theft Auto 6 — backed by what the source calls "essentially an unlimited budget." Daft Punk reportedly turned it down, and Rockstar signed French duo Justice instead. One important note before anything else: this is an unconfirmed rumor . Neither Rockstar nor Daft Punk's representatives have commented on it. Key Takeaways A rumor from music-leak account @hasitleaked claims Rockstar pitched Daft Punk a "final comeback" to compose GTA 6's score, with "essentially an unlimited budget." Daft Punk reportedly declined; Rockstar then signed Justice, whom Rockstar confirmed on October 15 as the game's score composers. Daft Punk split in February 2021 and have not reunited since. One half of Daft Punk is st...

Microsoft senior business strategy manager Brandon Stirrup ignited an Xbox AI controversy on October 19, 2026, when he defended AI use across Xbox and Microsoft in a series of X posts and urged the industry to stop hiding AI adoption. His comments — including a claim he built a basic football game in three hours with AI-assisted coding — drew gamer backlash, days after the Xbox Labs announcement. Key Takeaways Microsoft strategist Brandon Stirrup said on X that AI is already used across Xbox and Microsoft, urging the industry to stop hiding it. He claimed hundreds of Xbox employees use AI and said he built a football game in three hours with AI-assisted coding. The comments sparked gamer backlash days after Xbox executive Asha Sharma announced Xbox Labs, whose announcement did not specifically mention AI. Stirrup called the views his personal position, not Microsoft policy; by October 19, 2026, his X posts were showing as unavailable. Image: Microsoft / Xbox What did the Micr...

A consumer-safety warning about fake GTA 6 early-access schemes has reached local television, as a CBS Miami segment over the weekend of October 18–19, 2026 flagged scams targeting Grand Theft Auto VI fans ahead of the game's November 19 launch. Power Up Gaming founder Chris Mawson appeared in the segment to explain how criminals are exploiting hype around the most anticipated game of the year. To be absolutely clear: no legitimate GTA 6 early access exists — any site, download, or "VIP access" offer claiming otherwise is a scam. Key Takeaways CBS Miami aired a warning about fake GTA 6 early-access scams over the weekend of October 18–19, 2026. Scammers use fake installers that plant malware or password stealers, phishing pages that mimic Rockstar login screens, and crypto-payment "VIP access" schemes. There is no official GTA 6 early access — Rockstar only offers official pre-orders through its own channels. GTA 6 launches November 19, 2026; patience is t...

Krafton has officially revealed its five-game lineup for G-Star 2026, headlined by battle royale flagship PUBG and the Eastern dark-fantasy action RPG TARAE: The Unbound. The South Korean publisher announced the slate on October 20, 2026, ahead of G-Star, the country's largest games exhibition, which takes place in November at BEXCO in Busan. Key Takeaways Krafton's G-Star 2026 lineup includes PUBG, TARAE: The Unbound, Age Twisters, Waltz & Jam, and Overgeared Hero. TARAE: The Unbound will showcase a world-premiere demo of its new "Tugwi" class on the show floor. Waltz & Jam, an action-adventure platformer, is confirmed for a global release on December 3, 2026. Krafton's booth carries the theme "Krafton Now," running through G-Star at BEXCO, Busan in November. Image: Krafton What is in Krafton's G-Star 2026 lineup? Krafton is bringing five playable or featured titles to G-Star 2026: PUBG, TARAE: The Unbound, Age Twisters, Waltz ...

Image: BeamNG GmbH BeamNG.drive, the soft-body physics driving simulator from BeamNG GmbH, launched on PS5 on October 19, 2026, in early access alongside the game's v0.40 update. The PS5 version includes local split-screen multiplayer, FSR 3 upscaling on the base PS5, PSSR upscaling on PS5 Pro, free-roam, scenarios, and Career Mode — but mod support and VR support are not available at launch. Key Takeaways BeamNG.drive launched on PS5 on October 19, 2026, in early access alongside the v0.40 update. The PS5 version supports local split-screen multiplayer, free-roam, scenarios, and Career Mode. It uses FSR 3 upscaling on the base PS5 and PSSR on PS5 Pro. There is no mod support or VR support in BeamNG.drive on PS5 at launch. What Is BeamNG.drive on PS5? BeamNG.drive on PS5 is the console version of BeamNG GmbH's soft-body physics driving simulator, launched October 19, 2026 in early access with the v0.40 update. It brings the PC game's real-time vehicle deformation...

Image: Housemarque Housemarque's free Saros Zenith update is available now on PS5. The version 2.0 update launched on October 19, 2026 as a 3.5GB download for all Saros players, adding a New Game+ mode called Eclipse Layers, a boss-rush gauntlet called Overlord Rush, 20 new Carcosan Modifiers, 12 new Visions collectibles, and expanded accessibility options. Key Takeaways The free Saros Zenith update (v2.0, 3.5GB) launched on PS5 on October 19, 2026. Overlord Rush pits players against all 8 Overlords back-to-back in Totality with global leaderboards. Eclipse Layers is Saros' New Game+ mode, adding 20 Carcosan Modifiers and 12 Visions collectibles. New accessibility options include slow game speed, auto-fire, and gyro aiming on PS5. What Is in the Saros Zenith Update? The Saros Zenith update is a free v2.0 content update for Housemarque's PS5 exclusive Saros, released October 19, 2026. It adds Overlord Rush, a boss gauntlet with global leaderboards, and Eclipse La...

The biggest update in Gray Zone Warfare 's history is almost here. MADFINGER Games' tactical shooter gets its 0.5 "Rogue Ops" update on October 22, 2026 , introducing hideouts, crafting, three new areas, and a bold new direction — the studio now calls the game a "merc-sim" rather than a "mil-sim." Supporter Edition owners get in early: the Supporter Preview starts today, October 19. Key Takeaways Gray Zone Warfare 0.5 "Rogue Ops" launches for everyone on October 22, 2026; the Supporter Preview begins October 19. The update adds a hideout with crafting, three new areas (Radio Observatory, Asylum, Military Research Site), and new weapons including the AUG, FAMAS, and G36. MADFINGER says Gray Zone Warfare is now a "merc-sim" — about being a mercenary, not just a soldier. Twitch Drops run October 22 to November 6; a progression wipe resets lockers and money but keeps rank and stats. What is new in Gray Zone Warfare 0.5 Rogue ...

Some of Rockstar Games' most beloved classics almost never existed. In a new interview with IGN, Rockstar co-founder and former lead writer Dan Houser revealed that both Red Dead Redemption and Bully "nearly didn't happen" — saved, he says, by strong teams and a few lucky breaks during turbulent development. Key Takeaways Rockstar co-founder Dan Houser told IGN that Red Dead Redemption and Bully both "nearly didn't happen" during development. Red Dead Redemption (2010) went through "lots of difficult periods" before its core team solved the open-world cowboy formula. Houser says brand-new games struggle far more than sequels to reach the finish line. The comments come one month before GTA 6 launches on November 19, 2026 — Rockstar's first new flagship since Houser's 2020 departure. What did Dan Houser say about Red Dead Redemption? Houser explained that all-new games have a much tougher time reaching the finish line than sequ...

One of the most unsettling card games ever made is coming to your phone. Daniel Mullins Games has announced that Inscryption is coming to mobile , revealing the port during an official Twitch stream celebrating the horror card game's fifth anniversary over the weekend of October 18–19, 2026. Creator Daniel Mullins appeared on the stream himself to share the news. Key Takeaways Daniel Mullins Games announced an official Inscryption mobile version during the game's fifth-anniversary Twitch stream. No release date has been confirmed — the studio says the mobile port is "still a little while" away. No new DLC or content updates are planned; the studio considers Inscryption a complete experience. The studio's main focus remains Pony Island 2, launching on Steam on April 27, 2027. What is Inscryption and why does it work on mobile? There is no confirmed release date for the Inscryption mobile version yet. The team said the adaptation is still in progress an...

Image: WB Games / TT Games Xbox Game Pass members have less than two weeks left to play eight games leaving the service. Microsoft has confirmed the late-October departures, and all eight titles — including LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga and Deep Rock Galactic — leave Xbox Game Pass on October 31, 2026 . Once they're gone, you'll need to buy them separately to keep playing. Key Takeaways Eight games leave Xbox Game Pass on October 31, 2026, including LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga and Deep Rock Galactic. The full departure list covers console, PC, and cloud: Day of the Tentacle Remastered, Dead Static Drive, Full Throttle Remastered, Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris, Wartales, and Wildgate. Game Pass members can buy departing games at a discount of at least 20% before October 31. The removals follow a mid-October wave, making October the second-busiest month of 2026 for Game Pass departures. What games are leaving Xbox Game Pass on October 31? The eight ...