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• Where to find Insulation Roll in Arc Raiders

  12-10-2026 19:14 via gamesradar.com
  
  Insulation Roll in Arc Raiders is a new crafting resource material added as part of the Frozen Trail update, and while it has no use on its own terms, it's used for high level crafting recipes and materials. However, as an Epic-level item with no clear location to search in its description, finding Insulation Roll isn't easy to do. Fortunately having located it myself, I'll lay out where to look in Arc Raiders to find it.Arc Raiders Insulation Roll locations(Image credit: Embark)I found an Insul
  
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• Ex-Fortnite dev says AI controversy "is mostly for show" as Epic faces backlash for going "AI first"

  13-10-2026 16:10 via gamesradar.com
  
  Following Fortnite developer and publisher Epic Games' public announcement that it would be undergoing a "huge pivot" for "maximum AI acceleration," one former producer shares his take on the controversial technology and its role in the development process.Aakash Gupta, who worked at Epic as a producer on Fortnite, explains that Tim Sweeney's push for a new "AI first" approach to game dev and how quickly it's moved – just see the now-delayed Disney extraction shooter – isn't surprisi
  
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• Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival learned the wrong lesson from Resident Evil 7

  13-10-2026 16:00 via gamesradar.com
  
  Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival is exactly what the witch doctor ordered this spooky season. It's gory to an extreme, the scent of blood and latex almost palpable as I guide protagonist Aiden Lynch through a kinky pansexual death cult's hideout, into a pulse-pounding BDSM club, before evading The Chatterer in The Labyrinth's chambers of torment. Peppered with nods to survival horror titans and off-kilter Xbox 360 games like Condemned alike, I think our Hellraiser Revival review score is fair:
  
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• Street Fighter director says Capcom "loves" the movie and game lead describes it as "his version come to life"

  13-10-2026 15:38 via gamesradar.com
  
  Street Fighter movie director Kitao Sakurai has revealed Capcom's reaction to the movie."They love the movie," Sakurai says in an interview with GamesRadar+."[Street Fighter 5 and Street Fighter 6 director] Takayuki Nakayama is just such a great cheerleader and a lover of the movie. What he says to me is that this is his version of Street Fighter in his head come to life. It's a great honor that they feel that way and that they love the movie so much."Capcom itself has come off its most prolific
  
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• Are Gears of War E-Day servers down?

  13-10-2026 15:22 via gamesradar.com
  
  If you're having trouble with Gears of War E-Day servers being down or you're seeing an error code when trying to log into the online multiplayer game, then you're probably pretty frustrated. Unfortunately, I can't fix the problem, but I can tell you a bit more about why it's happening, what you can do in the meantime, and what your error code might mean.What to do if the Gears of War E-Day servers are down?(Image credit: The Coalition)Since launch, the Gears of War E-Day servers have had some p
  
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• GTA 6 Fans Are Excited For Another Date In November, And It’s Not Release Day

  13-10-2026 15:18 via gamespot.com
  
  Take-Two has announced the details for its next earnings briefing, and as you might expect, GTA 6 fans are circling the date on their calendars.The next Take-Two quarterly earnings report will be released on Monday, November 9, with management holding a call at 1:30 PM PT / 4:30 PM ET that day to discuss the results and answer questions. Anyone can listen to the call online.The report is being released 10 days before GTA 6 launches on November 19, so it's expected that analysts and investors wil
  
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• Before Skyrim, Todd Howard said a "brute force" Fallout 3 system shaped the RPG's iconic open world

  13-10-2026 15:15 via gamesradar.com
  
  The radiant quest system that made Skyrim's open-world so responsive to its protagonist only came about because of Bethesda's "brute force" approach to the idea in Fallout 3.In an interview with OPM first published in 2011, Todd Howard explained the origins of Bethesda's novel approach to an open-world RPG. "In Fallout 3 there are these random encounters," he explains. "A guy being hunted by a Deathclaw, [or] this group of people fighting over a refrigerator. And we wrote this giant script for F
  
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• God Of War’s Laufey Collector’s Edition Leaves One Important Thing Out: The Game

  13-10-2026 14:47 via gamespot.com
  
  The God of War Laufey Collector's Edition has been revealed, but unlike the standard and digital deluxe editions that went up for preorder last month, this is purely a box of merch. Spotted on the UK PlayStation Direct store, the main attraction of this collector's edition is a light-up statue of the game's protagonist, Faye, locked in combat while Phranque the Cube watches on.The set also includes a deck of 51 oracle cards and a small art book, all housed in collector's edition-packag
  
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• He-Man and the Masters of the Universe Dragon Pearl of Destruction's lunchbox is a perfect '80s throwback

  13-10-2026 14:35 via gamesradar.com
  
  He-Man and the Masters of the Universe Dragon Pearl of Destruction is a Bitmap Bureau-developed (in collaboration with Mattel) game that brings the iconic 80s cartoon to life as a Streets of Rage-style brawler. With its collector's edition being handled by Limited Run Games, there was no denying that the game would be bundled with a feast of physical merch, but I wasn't expecting a throwback quite like a lunchbox.The $99.99 (via Limited Run Games) Collector's Edition, no matter if it's the Switc
  
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• The ESA asks US government to add retro handhelds loaded with ROMs to Notorious Markets naughty list

  13-10-2026 14:19 via gamesradar.com
  
  The Entertainment Software Association, the US video games trade group, has reportedly asked the US government to add “plug and play” emulation handhelds to the Notorious Markets List. That's a collection of marketplaces, sites, and sellers accused of selling counterfeit goods or engaging in piracy, and while there are plenty of bad egg gadgets out there, the ESA could open an accusatory can of worms.In a document highlighted by VGC, the ESA specifically mentions retro handhelds that
  
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• The Adoring Fan Is Calling You As Oblivion Remastered Hits Lowest Price On PC

  13-10-2026 14:00 via gamespot.com
  
  At the risk of feeling like an elderly Rose at the end of Titanic, it's been a long time since Skyrim came out. The wait for The Elder Scrolls VI has been even longer. I was just 11 years old when I saw a copy of the game on PS3 and was enamored enough with the cover art to give it a try. Now, 15 years later, I'm 26 and still waiting. However, as someone who never got to play the original, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is at least giving me my Bethesda fix for the time being. And you
  
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• Ben Affleck says "all I did was stay home for 3 years and play StarCraft" after finding fame

  13-10-2026 14:00 via gamesradar.com
  
  Batman and Good Will Hunting actor Ben Affleck says that his early years of fame were defined by staying at home and playing an unfathomable amount of Starcraft.Speaking to Josh Horowitz on Happy Sad Confused, Affleck is asked what his favorite video game of all time is, more specifically "what sucked the most life out of you." And while Affleck dubs it a hard question, he responds: "There was a game called Starcraft that probably took the most life out of me for a period of time." He recalls, "
  
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• Where to find Thermal Shakers in Arc Raiders

  13-10-2026 13:55 via gamesradar.com
  
  Thermal Shakers in Arc Raiders are used for high level upgrades for the Research Station, and themselves can be deconstructed into high level crafting items if you can get them back to Speranza. However, these are Epic-rarity items that aren't easily pinned down, but fortunately I've found them myself and can show you where to look for these Thermal Shakers.Arc Raiders Thermal Shaker locations(Image credit: Embark)Thermal Shakers in Arc Raiders are found in Technological and Electrical locations
  
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• All Pixel Lineage codes (October 2026) and how to redeem them for lives and potions

  13-10-2026 13:50 via gamesradar.com
  
  With these Pixel Lineage codes, you can unlock heaps of free rewards, including Gold, Knowledge, Lives, and Potions. This cute game is a challenging, side-scrolling, RPG adventure, and as you cross paths with increasingly tough enemies, you're going to need all the help you can get, which is where these promos come in handy.While some items, like potions, can help you in the heat of battle, you can also use some of these Pixel Lineage codes to obtain more Race and Talent rerolls, so as to better
  
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• The Walking Dead's Carl star has made his own Resident Evil film, but would love to work with Zach Cregger on the sequel

  13-10-2026 13:45 via gamesradar.com
  
  Just one month after Zach Cregger's Resident Evil movie landed in theaters and smashed box office expectations, The Walking Dead's Carl Grimes star Chandler Riggs is releasing his own Resident Evil film. Chandler's upcoming short film titled 'Biohazard' is based on one of the best Resident Evil games, you guessed it, Resident Evil 7: Biohazard. The short follows Riggs as Ethan Winters as his search for his missing wife leads him to the violent and infected Baker family. The movie is 19 minutes l
  
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• Rosalina's game actor says Brie Larson's Super Mario Galaxy Movie version needed "more screen time"

  13-10-2026 13:43 via gamesradar.com
  
  Rosalina video game actor Mercedes Rose has shared her thoughts on Brie Larson's take on the character in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Rose is the original Rosalina voice actor and played the character from 2007 to 2010."Brie was a great Rosalina although I think we can all agree she needed much more screen time," Rose wrote on Twitter. "And I DO wish it was ME! :)"Brie was a great Rosalina although I think we can all agree she needed much more screen time. And I DO wish it was ME! :)October 12
  
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• Where to find Differential Microphones in Arc Raiders

  13-10-2026 13:33 via gamesradar.com
  
  Differential Microphones in Arc Raiders are crafting items used primarily to unlock the third stage of the Research Station, but the game doesn't give you a huge amount of information on where to look. Fortunately, I've gone ahead and found multiple Differential Microphones to confirm where you need to check for them, and will lay out what you need to know here.Arc Raiders Differential Microphone locations(Image credit: Embark)To get the Differential Microphone in Arc Raiders you need to search
  
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• Sony announces cheaper Midnight Black PS5 to launch alongside GTA 6, it's just a shame we won't be able to buy it

  13-10-2026 13:25 via gamesradar.com
  
  Sony has announced a new PS5 colorway today, but the Midnight Black digital edition will only be available in Japan. Launching alongside GTA 6 on November 19, the all-black design will be locked to use within the region, "it can only be used with a PlayStation account that has the system language set to 'Japanese' and the 'Country/Region' set to 'Japan'" explains the Sony Japan blog post unveiling the new console. The console drops for the 55,000 yen (about $350) that other Japan-only consoles o
  
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• The God of War Laufey Collector's Edition is the latest to release without the game itself

  13-10-2026 13:21 via gamesradar.com
  
  God of War Laufey is getting a pricey collector's edition with some fancy goodies – but it's bad news if you actually wanted to play the game itself. The year is 2026, and you expected to get a copy of a game included with the expensive special edition you're buying? Preposterous! But no, seriously, this trend of collector's editions being sold without the games they're for – not even including a download code – is a baffling one, and after GTA 6 did the same thing earlier this
  
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• Skate Tree codes (October 2026) and how to redeem them for free Points

  13-10-2026 13:06 via gamesradar.com
  
  Skate Tree codes will give you a head start in this skateboarding game, which may look similar to an EA classic but is entirely unrelated. Playing with a controller is highly recommended, as you'll need to flick the controls in different directions to pull off various tricks and moves to start racking up the points.There is currently one launch promo to get players started, which unlocks a chunk of Points to take to the Shop and spend on cosmetics to change your appearance in this sporty Roblox
  
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• Charlie Cox was prepared for Daredevil: Born Again to be canceled after season 3

  13-10-2026 13:00 via gamesradar.com
  
  Charlie Cox knew Daredevil: Born Again was going to be canceled ahead of time."[There was] a little bit more planning and emotional support. We knew about it [this time]," Cox tells GamesRadar+ at New York Comic Con. "We had a good sense [it was going to be canceled]."Even so, the news blindsided fans: last month, reports dropped that revealed Daredevil: Born Again would be canceled after its third season. There has been further speculation that the finale has been tweaked to be more definitive
  
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• First reactions to Street Fighter are mixed, with some critics calling it a "good time," but others say it "falls flat"

  13-10-2026 12:50 via gamesradar.com
  
  As the new Street Fighter movie prepares for round one in theaters this weekend, the all-fighting video game adaptation had its world premiere in Los Angeles last night on October 12. However, critics who got to see the movie early are divided. Some early viewers are hyping up Kitao Sakurai's new flick. Brandon Davis writes, "It’s a 90s throwback with visual nostalgia but also in its humor and selling of a hot cast," calling the movie "a silly, fun, and fearless good time." ComicBook's Chr
  
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• Xbox CEO: We Must Rely On The Past, But We Cannot Rely On The Past

  13-10-2026 12:48 via gamespot.com
  
  Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has once again discussed the new direction for Microsoft's gaming division and how it'll continue to focus heavily on its biggest franchises, while also calling on its studios to create new IP. According to Sharma, relying solely on established franchises can only take Xbox so far, and without an injection of fresh IP blood, Xbox will not survive."We're backing our strongest franchises. I want our great games to become great global billion-dollar franchises," Sharma sai
  
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• RimWorld devs are "working on something new" after 13 years of the space construction sim

  13-10-2026 12:43 via gamesradar.com
  
  The devs behind intergalactic construction sim RimWorld have been busy. Not only did they just migrate the entire game over to another engine, but they've confirmed there's another release coming that's using the same tech, though we won't be seeing any of it for some time yet.Ludeon Studios revealed the changeover in a big post on Steam, outlining mod support and other aspects of the transition. It's fairly standard stuff for this kind of move, but right at the end, there's a nice little curveb
  
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• Taki Udon teases a FPGA GBA SP that could shake up the handheld scene

  13-10-2026 12:38 via gamesradar.com
  
  Classic clamshell retro handheld revivals are all the rage right now, but an FPGA GBA SP by SuperStation One creator Taki Udon could change everything. Yes, there are portables out there like the Analogue Pocket that already have you covered for running real Game Boy Advance cartridges, and the latter is a tried-and-tested powerhouse. However, the Retro Remake founder is seemingly aiming to make an alternative for under $100, and that could make even the cheaper emulation-based alternatives swea
  
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• Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Metacritic score is only behind 5 of the series' most beloved entries

  13-10-2026 12:37 via gamesradar.com
  
  Castlevania: Belmont's Curse reviews are in, and its Metacritic score is one of the highest in the Konami series' 40-year history, even if it doesn't quite hit the praise garnered by the most beloved games in the franchise. After a hiatus that has lasted just over a decade, Castlevania is getting its first brand new game in years this week, with Castlevania: Belmont's Curse having a lot riding on it for a lot of fans. Thankfully, it looks like things have gone down well, as the Castlevania: Belm
  
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• Xbox boss Asha Sharma says "we will not survive" if devs don't create "enduring new IP"

  13-10-2026 12:34 via gamesradar.com
  
  As Xbox continues to struggle, CEO Asha Sharma has reportedly stated her desire to keep making "enduring new IP" rather than solely relying on the past, as the company "will not survive" if it does. Xbox is still in the midst of ongoing restructuring, with it announced in early July that 3,200 people were set to be laid off by the end of the financial year, and multiple Xbox-owned studios have been impacted in other ways. Compulsion Games, Undead Labs, and Double Fine have gone independent, whil
  
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• Avengers: Doomsday art leak may have spoiled one of the movie's biggest twists

  13-10-2026 11:52 via gamesradar.com
  
  Avengers: Doomsday concept art for a new Magic: The Gathering card may have spoiled a major twist that had previously been hinted at in a previous leak.Potential spoilers for Avengers: Doomsday follow.In the artwork from illustrator Jorge Molina on Instagram, Doctor Doom is shown flanked by a trio of masked Latverian witches for the limited-edition card, which will be available at Regal Cinemas after Doomsday screenings.However, Molina also posted a prior iteration of the scene – which inc
  
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• Epic Games undergoes "huge pivot" for "maximum AI acceleration" amid reports of Disney shooter delay

  13-10-2026 11:47 via gamesradar.com
  
  Fortnite developer and publisher Epic Games has reportedly delayed the release of a Disney extraction shooter that it had been working on so as to incorporate more artificial intelligence technology into its development.The news comes from Bloomberg, which reports that the game's developers were instructed to engage with an "AI first" production process, using generative AI models like Anthropic's Claude – a tool that's recently been in the limelight for its role in fan-created PlayStation
  
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• Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul share tributes to Breaking Bad co-star RJ Mitte: "I'm in deep despair"

  13-10-2026 10:38 via gamesradar.com
  
  Bryan Cranston has shared a tribute to his on-screen son RJ Mitte following the actor's death aged 34. The Breaking Bad star played Cranston's son, Walter White Jr., on the beloved show. "I'm in deep despair as I write this tonight. RJ Mitte, my sweet son on Breaking Bad has died," Cranston wrote on Instagram. "I met him when he was only 14 years old when he was cast as Walter White Jr., a part he played with such joy and enthusiasm."In a lengthy tribute to the late actor, Cranston went on to pr
  
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