Valve unveils the Genesis Terminal in Counter-Strike 2, a new loot mechanic designed to comply with gambling laws by showing items before purchase. This system, featuring skins up to $1,600, stirs debate over its gambling-like nature and potential regulatory circumvention.

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, launched in 2025, is celebrated for its innovative CrossWorlds mechanic and extensive character roster, enhancing the kart racing genre. Despite praise for its gameplay and customization, the game faces criticism for lacking a story mode and relying on paid content, impacting long-term engagement.

Earthion, a new 16-bit-style shooter from Yuzo Koshiro's Ancient Corporation, expands from Steam to consoles, including PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch, offering a nostalgic retro experience. The game faithfully recreates the 80s and 90s arcade style, complete with pixel art and FM soundtracks, and has garnered positive reviews for its authentic design and engaging gameplay.

Nick Castle, the original Michael Myers, returns to his iconic role through motion capture in 'Halloween: The Game,' set for a 2026 release. Castle collaborates with TJ Storm to preserve the character's authenticity, enhancing this stealth horror experience developed by IllFonic for modern platforms.

Skate 4 finally launched in early access on September 16, 2025, marking the series' return after 15 years, with Full Circle offering it for free on multiple platforms. Despite bugs and limited content, its nostalgic gameplay has resonated with fans, although concerns about microtransactions and server issues persist.

Twilight Imperium is going digital, promising to reduce the cumbersome setup time and logistics of its physical version. Developed by Asmodee and Red Square Games, it offers tutorials, online multiplayer, and AI opponents, but no release date is set yet.

The gaming industry is booming with remakes and remasters, fueled by market demand and strategic gaps before major releases like Elder Scrolls VI. A recent survey shows 90% of gamers have played a remake or remaster in the past year, underscoring their popularity.

Sony is phasing out support for the PS4 as focus shifts to the PS5, with fewer cross-generation titles and reduced support for live-service games. Despite this, the PS4 received a surprise update enhancing messaging, reflecting its ongoing albeit diminishing relevance.

Toukana Interactive, creators of Dorfromantik, have released Star Birds, a space-themed resource strategy game, on Steam Early Access. The game features strategic puzzle elements and has already received positive acclaim.

Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio's website leak hints at the release of Yakuza Kiwami 3 and a PS5 remake of Yakuza 3, suggesting a major reveal is imminent. More details are expected at RGG's Summit on September 24.

PlayStation fans eagerly await a possible showcase next week, rumored to feature new titles like Ghost of Yotei and updates on games from Naughty Dog and Housemarque. Speculation of this event grows as leaker Nate the Hate's credible predictions suggest a PlayStation State of Play announcement before September ends.

A major update on September 17 introduces Assault: Rimeria, the Combat Analyzer, and the Honor System, plus new customization options and events. Players can earn rewards through various challenges, with new features enhancing both gameplay and team recognition.

Remakes and remasters are thriving in 2025, with 90% of gamers engaging with these nostalgic re-releases. Titles like Tomb Raider and Oblivion draw both newcomers and seasoned players, sparking debate on creativity versus nostalgia.

The Game Devs of Color Expo 2025 unveiled a trailer for 'Kejora,' a culturally rich puzzle game set to release on January 8, 2026, across major platforms. The game explores a young girl's quest to break a time loop curse in her village, adding depth to its narrative while being available on stores like Steam and Epic Games Store.

Push Gaming expands into Spain, partnering with Bally's Interactive to offer its game portfolio amid Spain's booming iGaming market. The move aims to tap into the €1.45 billion market, enhancing Bally's offerings with popular titles like Jammin’ Jars.

The new 'Hourglass of Dreams' update for Ravenswatch introduces a timer system enhancing strategic play in this popular ARPG. Released by NACON and Passtech Games, it also includes a cosmetic DLC and new quests.

Nick Castle returns as Michael Myers, lending his voice and motion capture skills to the new video game 'Halloween: The Game,' releasing in 2026. This stealth horror title, set in Haddonfield, will be available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, featuring multiplayer and single-player modes, with a focus on authentic character portrayal.

Full Circle's latest Skate game, released in early access in 2025, aims to modernize the franchise with new graphics and a multiplayer sandbox. Despite high anticipation, server issues and a controversial monetization strategy have disappointed fans, who miss features from previous titles.

WWE 2K25's latest DLC, the Attitude Era Superstars Pack, launched on September 17, 2025, adding classic wrestlers and over 50 new moves across major platforms. A separate Hall of Legends expansion offers extra content for $19.99, while the final DLC, Saturday Night’s Main Event Pack, is set for November 12, 2025.