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• Sudden wave of Switch 2 online bans reportedly caused by a Nintendo server issue, and are now being fixed

  07-09-2026 18:45 via gamesradar.com
  
  A number of Nintendo Switch 2 owners apparently got a rude surprise this weekend when they discovered their consoles were restricted from using online services by Nintendo for no discernible reason. The home of Mario and Zelda has now reportedly responded, fixing the issue and saying it was a due to an internal server problem.Upon boot-up, the impacted owners would get an error code which "indicates that the Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch console you are using has been permanently banned f
  
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• $2 billion later, I'm not convinced GTA 6 will do more for me than a PS2 and San Andreas

  11-09-2026 16:48 via gamesradar.com
  
  It'd be silly of me to deny the hype for GTA 6, as like it or not, it'll likely be the game of the decade. The thing I'm struggling to process is the fact that, in the grand scheme of things, the sandbox formula hasn't really changed that much. In fact, Rockstar is gearing up to bring back some of its more realistic features, which has me wondering why I wouldn't just stick with my PS2 and the biggest GTA game from the 2000s.I'm naturally talking about Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, an open-worl
  
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• Nintendo doesn't like to name developers early, but Metroid Ravenous fans think the Dread studio has already given the game away

  11-09-2026 16:39 via gamesradar.com
  
  Metroid Dread developer MercurySteam has seemingly confirmed that it is the developer behind Metroid Ravenous.Nintendo has generally been a bit peculiar compared to most major publishers for as long as it has existed. But one of the strangest things the company has done as of late is its complete reluctance to announce who is actually developing its games. You'll typically have to wait until the game releases or, at the very least, reviews release to find out what studio is behind the title; for
  
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• Battlefield 6 codes (September 2026) for Playercard Titles, cosmetics, and more

  11-09-2026 16:36 via gamesradar.com
  
  Battlefield 6 codes have had an unlikely resurgence almost a year after the game launched, offering a fresh wave of cosmetic items to customize your game with. These include various exclusive Titles to display on your Playercard, with some tongue-in-cheek options such as "Skill Issue" and "Battledad", but the best news is that the rewards from these BF6 codes are also unlocked in the free-to-play Battlefield Redsec so anyone can use them. To get involved, here are all of the codes for Battlefiel
  
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• I got this mini PC running Cyberpunk at 85fps (technically), but it wants to do a whole lot more than that

  11-09-2026 16:32 via gamesradar.com
  
  Mini PCs are slowly taking up residence on the desks of more and more gamers, as the best gaming PC prices continue to soar. Geekom is one of the first brands you'll find in a casual Amazon hunt, and the brand's A9 Max model is its go-to for gamers. This silver cube packs the power of an AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 processor and Radeon 890M integrated graphics. That's not going to trifle RTX 50-series machines, and the Steam Machine's dedicated VRAM and higher GPU wattage isn't going to be too concern
  
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• 6 Exciting Indie Games That Should Be On Your Wishlist

  11-09-2026 16:24 via gamespot.com
  
  PAX West showcased a ton of awesome games this year. And while most were revealed ahead of the convention, with several major publishers making their presence known, the main draw for me was the indie scene. Whether it featured charming visuals, an engaging story, or some unique spin on old mechanics, nearly every indie game I played earned a slot on my ever-growing Steam wishlist.There were six games in particular that proved to be more exciting than the rest. Below, I go into detail about thos
  
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• Wardogs Twitch Drops: All Rewards And How To Get Them

  11-09-2026 16:14 via gamespot.com
  
  Wardogs launched into early access on September 10, and to celebrate, a Twitch Drops campaign is running with various rewards. By watching streams for a certain length of time, you can earn rewards to take to the battlefield with you. Here's all you need to know about how to earn Twitch Drops, and how to link your Wardogs account so you'll see them in-game.Beta and Launch rewardsWardogs Beta and Launch rewardsThe Wardogs beta and launch rewards campaign is running until September 30 at 10:59 AM
  
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• Try These Steps If Your Parachute Isn’t Working In Wardogs

  11-09-2026 16:09 via gamespot.com
  
  If you're struggling to deploy your parachute in Wardogs, there could be a few reasons. Firstly, you'll need to actually own one, and secondly, there has been a bug that unbinds the parachute control without having a reliable way to rebind it. We've got all you need to know on how to fix both of those issues, so fear not, you'll soon be sailing to a safe landing.Firstly, you'll need to buy a parachute. To do this, head to an equipment vendor. Head to the gear tab and buy a parachute. The basic o
  
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• Death Stranding Franchise Likely Barely Broke Even, Could Explain Sony Dropping Physint – Analyst

  11-09-2026 16:04 via gamespot.com
  
  With Sony no longer involved in the production of Hideo Kojima's Metal Gear Solid spiritual successor, Physint, people are wondering why the PlayStation company decided to part ways with the veteran game designer's upcoming game. Xbox has stepped in to rescue the project, resulting in a rare win for Sony's rival. At the same time, Sony is weathering a PR storm brought on by its decision to kill game discs, rising console prices, and more.
  Why would it take another loss in the court of public opi
  
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• The Blood of Dawnwalker's lack of stealth makes this Witcher 3-like feel incomplete

  11-09-2026 16:00 via gamesradar.com
  
  I'm not done with The Blood of Dawnwalker yet, but so far, I think it's a hell of an RPG that has its own voice while still feeling a little familiar. The limitations of Rebel Wolves' first dark fantasy action RPG are obvious, but easy to accept when The Witcher 3's pedigree permeates the whole thing. It's sorely missing a stealth system, though.The betst open-world games needn't allow players to sneak around just because, but having actual stealth mechanics might be useful when you're roleplayi
  
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• Have women's roles in games truly evolved since the days of damsels in distress?

  11-09-2026 16:00 via gamesradar.com
  
  Are women in games still reduced to roles like damsels in distress, femme fatales, or dead wives? That's the discussion for this week's episode of the G+RLS podcast. Serena, Emma-Jane, Ashley, and myself set to work debating whether women's roles have truly come a long way - but the TL;DR answer is yes. We touch on games like God of War Laufey and GTA 6 that are both on the way, but also the games that have done really well representing women over the years. And of course all the ways the games
  
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• New FPS Wardogs Is Dominating Steam Charts, And You Could Get It At A Discount Already

  11-09-2026 15:49 via gamespot.com
  
  I pride myself on spotting upcoming games I’ll enjoy. I’ve had plenty of family and friends ask me what titles they should potentially buy in the near future. However, as far as I know, I had zero knowledge of Wardogs before its early access release. With the FPS game suddenly blowing up on Steam and reaching the #4 spot on the Steam concurrent charts on launch day, you can guarantee I wasn’t just making a surprised Pikachu face; I was intrigued. Now, if you want to jump into t
  
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• How To Fly In Wardogs

  11-09-2026 15:38 via gamespot.com
  
  Flying a helicopter in Wardogs is a little trickier than you might expect. You'll have to balance altitude and realistic controls to avoid killing anyone in your helicopter in a blazing wreckage. However, there are ways you can practice before heading into a match, and we've got some tips on how best to control your aircraft.How to practice flying a helicopterYou can practice flying in Wardogs in the firing range. To access it, look at the bottom left area of your menu. When you've entered the f
  
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• With Persona 6 still a total unknown, Atlus announces Persona 30th anniversary stream for this month

  11-09-2026 15:17 via gamesradar.com
  
  Atlus has announced a broadcast celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Persona series, and speculation is already rampant about whether we'll see Persona 6.After almost 10 years since Persona 5 first released, we finally got our first look at Persona 6 earlier this year during the 2026 Summer Game Fest Xbox showcase, and we now know… pretty much as much as we did the moment Persona 5 released (I mean we all knew it would be green by process of elimination anyway). Well, that was until St
  
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• Hot Toys’ Marvel’s Wolverine Figure Gets The Details Right, Right Down To The Hairy Silicone Arms

  11-09-2026 14:30 via gamespot.com
  
  Logan is sporting a sharp look in Marvel's Wolverine, and if you're a fan of his latest video game incarnation's fashion sense, you can bring him home with this sixth-scale figure. Hot Toys has revealed its official Wolverine figure, which features Logan in his default black-and-yellow "Battle Reborn" battlesuit. As you'd expect, it's not going to be cheap, but you are getting plenty of extras with this figure.You'll have two options: either a $285 standard figure or a $375 deluxe edition.
  
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• Good Smile Company is re-releasing the Crash Bandicoot Nendoroid just in time for the iconic marsupial's 30th anniversary

  11-09-2026 13:45 via gamesradar.com
  
  Good Smile Company is getting in on the Crash Bandicoot 30th Anniversary festivities by re-releasing his cute and chibi Nendoroid figure, and my inner '90s kid is frothing at the mouth.
  The $53.99 (via Good Smile Company) toy features Crash in all his orange-colored, jeans-wearing glory, and like the rest of the Nendoroid line-up, it includes swappable parts so you can recreate your favorite scenes and poses. You've got extra arms, and even a spare eye and tongue to play around with, but most im
  
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• Dungeon Lootr codes (September 2026) for Coins, Chests, and more

  11-09-2026 13:35 via gamesradar.com
  
  Dungeon Lootr codes grant all sorts of useful rewards, including valuable chests and Reforge Stones for upgrading your gear. Since loot is what we're after in this dungeon crawling adventure, it makes sense that you'd want to get as much free gear without fighting through caverns as possible, and that's just what these codes do.The more you explore, the tougher the enemies get, of course, and to stand a chance against them in this Roblox RPG, you need the best gear, the best items, and the best
  
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• GTA 6 DualSense Controller Scalpers Are Already Cashing In

  11-09-2026 13:15 via gamespot.com
  
  It feels like it's the 2021 PS5/Xbox Series X|S shortage all over again, as scalpers have once again begun targeting preorders for limited-edition consoles and accessories. After the 25th-anniversary Xbox Series X sold out within a minute and stock of the new Legend of Zelda-themed Switch 2 console was scooped up in record time, it looks like the next hot commodities are the GTA 6 DualSense controllers. These were recently unveiled, and while they aren't sold out yet, that hasn't stopped scalper
  
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• Suprising no one, new report says years-long breaks between TV seasons leads to big viewership drops

  11-09-2026 13:01 via gamesradar.com
  
  In the prestige TV streaming era, it's not uncommon for new seasons of the biggest shows to take upwards of two years to hit screens. And a new report has confirmed what we all knew deep down: lengthy delays between new TV seasons leads to massive drops in viewership.The report comes from data analytics company Luminate (h/t DiscussingFilm), who crunched the numbers on several of the biggest streaming releases, including Stranger Things season 5 and Wednesday season 2. The report concludes that
  
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• Rockstar says people seeking GTA 6 updates have led to hackers blackmailing over leaks and drones being used to spy on devs

  11-09-2026 13:00 via gamesradar.com
  
  If you ever want to keep a secret, Rockstar Games is a good place to go for advice. The developer managed to keep a lid on GTA 6 for years, defending itself against some outlandish attempts to leak parts of the game.The company is currently facing an employment tribunal over the dismissal of 34 employees late last year under contentious circumstances. Rockstar argues it was for gross misconduct, whereas those impacted say it was part of a concerted effort to quell unionization and they weren't g
  
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• The Neo Geo AES+ now isn't arriving until September 2027 and, shock horror, it's thanks to "component supply constraints"

  11-09-2026 12:52 via gamesradar.com
  
  The Neo Geo AES+, a remake of the at-home arcade console by SNK, has been delayed by almost a year. While retro console maker PLAION hasn't quite provided an exact reason as to why the re-engineered system is now landing in September 2027, component shortages and prices are once again to blame.Cheaper Neo Geo goodnessIf you're itching to play some arcade classics but aren't fussed about hardware accuracy, I'd highly recommend grabbing a Neo Geo Mini. It's not perfect by any means, but the tiny a
  
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• Despite ruling out playing James Bond, Henry Cavill is set to play a spy for the fourth time

  11-09-2026 12:46 via gamesradar.com
  
  Henry Cavill has something of a history of playing spies. Despite not landing the James Bond role 20 years ago, the actor has gone on to appear as an agent in Mission: Impossible – Fallout, The Man From U.N.C.L.E. and Argylle. Now it looks like he's suiting up once again for a new comedy movie.Set pictures showing the former Superman star on a motorcycle have emerged from filming on the untitled project. Directed by Charlie's Angels helmer McG, the film reportedly stars Cavill and Hart as
  
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• Death Stranding games broke even "but not by much," analyst says, which may explain whySony axed Physint despite it being Hideo Kojima's Metal Gear successor

  11-09-2026 12:28 via gamesradar.com
  
  Following Sony dropping Hideo Kojima's next project, analysts report that the Death Stranding series just about broke even in sales.Despite making a massive deal out of its exclusivity when it was announced – it being the finale of a State of Play presentation – Sony reportedly wanted to cancel Kojima Productions' Metal Gear spiritual successor, Physint. Pretty soon after, Xbox announced it's now publishing both of the upcoming Hideo Kojima games, with OD still on the way, leaving ma
  
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• Hey, Listen! The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time remake is already $10 off at Amazon

  11-09-2026 12:18 via gamesradar.com
  
  The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time only received its pre-order status earlier in the week, but Amazon is already discounting limited-edition textured foil physical versions. Today, the $69.99 MSRP of the full cart and that gorgeous cover dropped to $59.88 when added to cart; that's impressive considering this is a blockbuster Nintendo first-party release. Those kinds of games barely see any discounts even after launch, so a saving this chunky this early is well worth celebrating. Remember, that
  
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• Turns out Avatar: Seven Havens won't be a 26-episode binge drop after all, as new trailer is unveiled

  11-09-2026 12:12 via gamesradar.com
  
  There's less than a month till the first animated Avatar series in almost 12 years drops on Paramount Plus. But despite initial concerns that all 26 episodes would release on the same day, Paramount Plus has clarified the show's release plans. And while it's not an absurd binge, it's not a weekly release either.After taking the slot that once belonged to animated movie Avatar Aang, Avatar: Seven Havens is set to release on October 9. That much we knew already from the Avatar: Seven Havens traile
  
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• A decade on from Civil War, Captain America star Chris Evans thinks he might be team Iron Man

  11-09-2026 12:03 via gamesradar.com
  
  It's been 10 years since the release of Captain America: Civil War, and it seems like Chris Evans might be having a change of heart. The closest The Avengers have ever come to splitting came in Captain America 3 when Tony Stark and Steve Rogers fell on two separate sides following the events of Age of Ultron.It all stems around the big question of whether superheroes should be controlled and supervised by the United Nations. On one side, you had Stark, wrecked with guilt with over his role in th
  
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• Final Fantasy 7 Revelation boss Naoki Hamaguchi is also "pushing" Kingdom Hearts 4 forward, and it sounds like he wants the JRPG to have a physical edition too

  11-09-2026 11:53 via gamesradar.com
  
  It looks like Final Fantasy 7 Revelation boss Naoki Hamaguchi has plenty on his plate at the moment – not only is he working to get Part 3 of the Final Fantasy 7 remake trilogy out the door, he's also "pushing" Kingdom Hearts 4 "forward."As part of the latest media rounds for FF7: Revelation, Hamaguchi has been speaking to the press once more – you can read our own Final Fantasy 7 Revelation hands-on and interview here. As part of all of that chatter, Hamaguchi delves into what next
  
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• Even HBO Max is having fun with Aaron Pierre's Lanterns accent slip-up

  11-09-2026 11:53 via gamesradar.com
  
  DCU show Lanterns returned to HBO this week with its fourth episode, bringing us back to Rushville, where the mystery of the Manhunter was brought to light. However, in the midst of the chaos, you may have missed Aaron Pierre's accent slip-up. During a tense interrogation scene, Pierre's John Stewart asks, "Who are you?" slamming his hand on the table, then, in the most prominent South London accent, he shouts, "Speak up!" The clip has since gone viral on Twitter. Pierre had so far been able to
  
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• Spider-Noir showrunner shares his original plans for season 2 before the Nicolas Cage show was cancelled

  11-09-2026 10:40 via gamesradar.com
  
  In the wake of Spider-Noir's cancelation, the showrunner has shared some insight into what a second season would have looked like. Oren Uziel says that while they hadn't started writing a follow-up for the Amazon MGM show, the ending of season 1 did give him some ideas. "If I had my druthers, it would be probably another location," he told Variety. "There are so many L.A. noirs we could have dove into. There are European noirs we could have dove into. There are other places to go. You're startin
  
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• How To Unlock All Season 6 Weapons In Black Ops 7 And Warzone

  11-09-2026 10:07 via gamespot.com
  
  The final season of Black Ops 7 arrives on September 17, and Activision has detailed the four new weapons you can earn. Season 6 adds the TR51 Para assault rifle, VMP submachine gun, a melee weapon, and a powerful new gun in the special weapon category. In this guide, we'll detail all of the new Season 6 weapons and how you can unlock them for free.As for new content, Season 6 of Black Ops 7 and Warzone is themed around Call of Duty's annual The Haunting event. There is a brand-new battle pass p
  
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