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📅January 2, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Gaming in 2026 kicks off with GTA 6 hype, anticipated releases, hardware cost rises, AI shifts, and predictions for consoles, mobile, and cloud gaming.
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GTA 6 Tops Most Anticipated Games List for 2026

Grand Theft Auto 6 leads TechRadar's 14 most anticipated games of 2026, expected to push current console hardware limits, especially on PlayStation 5 Pro.Source 1 Rockstar's project is set for a late 2026 launch, potentially becoming the biggest in gaming history.Source 2 Excitement builds around graphical options and performance on PS5.Source 1

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GTA 6 Predicted to Drive Double-Digit Console Growth

GTA 6 will boost console sales with double-digit growth in North America and Europe, selling hardware and increasing software attach rates.Source 2 Launching late 2026, it provides a major lift to the ecosystem despite timing limitations.Source 2 Sony positioned to capture 75% of the windfall on current-gen consoles.Source 2

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Sony to Unveil PlayStation Handheld in 2026

Sony will announce a proper handheld device complementing PS5, maintaining dominance in North America and Europe amid GTA 6 exclusivity.Source 2 This move supports sustained hardware momentum through the year.Source 2 Handheld aims to capitalize on console trends.Source 2

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AI Bubble Expected to Pop, Resetting Gaming Industry

The AI bubble in gaming is predicted to burst in 2026, impacting the industry directly and indirectly without profound prior effects.Source 2 Shift from buzzwords to scalable AI products urged for sustainable value.Source 4 Microsoft may face divestment pressures, though unlikely in 2026.Source 2

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PC Gaming Hardware Prices Set to Rise in 2026

NVIDIA RTX 5090 rumored at $5,000, with GPUs, RAM, and SSDs facing AI-driven shortages and higher costs.Source 6 High-end PC gaming drifts to luxury status; mid-range prices follow top-end hikes.Source 6 Overall PC builds become more expensive due to components and cooling needs.Source 6

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Mobile Gaming Forecasts Meager 2-4% Growth in 2026

Mobile gaming anticipates slim 2-4% growth with no major Western releases, battling declining installs via monetization.Source 2 Calls for fewer bubbles, sustainable niches rejecting aggressive monetization.Source 4 Industry urged to prove AI value through profitable case studies.Source 4

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10 Great Switch 2 Games Launch in January 2026

January 2026 features strong lineup of Switch and Switch 2 games, starting the year with major releases.Source 5 Perfect kickoff to 12 months of anticipated titles.Source 5 Coverage highlights gaming news and Nintendo content.Source 5

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CES 2026 to Feature Cloud Gaming Announcements

CES 2026 coverage includes in-person Nvidia cloud gaming updates and industry interviews.Source 3 January game lists for platforms like GeForce Now highlighted.Source 3 Expectations build for service improvements.Source 3

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Dynasty Warriors 3 Remastered Arrives March 2026

Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered packages original content and Xtreme Legends expansion with modern hardware enhancements.Source 1 Battles promise hectic action matching recent entries.Source 1 Seen as a treat for series fans.Source 1

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MMORPG Industry Faces Budget Cuts and Talent Shortages in 2026

MMORPG hopes and fears for 2026 include shrinking studios, cut budgets, and production challenges.Source 10 Talent void expected amid industry shifts.Source 10 Harder for games to get made as pressures mount.Source 10

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Poker Trends Highlight AI, Mobile, and Crypto in 2026

Online poker booms with mobile gaming, AI personalization, and crypto adoption as key 2026 trends.Source 8 Industry growth driven by these innovations.Source 8 Personalization enhances player experience.Source 8

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Football Manager 26 Aids New Year's Resolutions

Epic Games promotes Football Manager 26 for 2026 resolutions, offering total control over soccer teams.Source 9 Popular simulation game for coaching to victory.Source 9 Ties into fitness and strategy goals.Source 9