RuneScape 3 players have spoken, and they want microtransactions gone. Over 120,000 votes forced Jagex to remove the controversial Treasure Hunter system. The change marks a major shift for one of gaming’s longest-running MMOs.
Aion 2 launches globally in the second half of 2026 with a promise of less aggressive monetization than Throne and Liberty. The Unreal Engine 5 MMORPG features a massive 1,200 square kilometer world and launches in Korea and Taiwan next week.
Nintendo has launched a dedicated backwards compatibility checker for Switch 2 owners. The site helps determine which of the original Switch’s 15,000+ games work properly on the new console. Some titles still show compatibility issues months after launch.
Five years after the Xbox Series X launched at $500, Microsoft’s console strategy has fundamentally changed. With hardware sales down 22% and major exclusives going multiplatform, Xbox faces an existential question about its future in gaming.
Ubisoft detailed its unusual approach to handling the culture war backlash against Assassin’s Creed Shadows. The company positioned the game’s delay as a bold move and claimed victory over online critics. But the reality behind their narrative remains unclear.
Nintendo is officially moving its main development resources to the Switch 2 platform. The company revealed that 84% of early Switch 2 owners previously owned the original Switch, showing a smooth transition between generations.
Nintendo has launched its official store app on both iOS and Android. The app lets users shop Nintendo products, track play history across multiple consoles, and get notifications about sales. It’s a significant move for a company that’s been slow to embrace mobile.
Epic Games faces backlash over its new Sidekick pets in Fortnite. Players are angry about the $18 price tag and inability to change customizations without buying entirely new pets. The community is calling for a boycott.
Xbox Game Pass is getting a major November refresh with Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 leading the charge. The day-one release comes just months after Microsoft raised the price of Game Pass Ultimate to $30 per month. Subscribers will need that top tier to access new games immediately.
The Stop Killing Games movement reached the UK Parliament floor with over a million EU signatures. While several MPs passionately defended consumer rights, the government rejected any policy changes. The debate itself marks a significant step forward for digital ownership advocacy.
