Latest Gaming News

📅May 2, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Major gaming news includes GTA 6's imminent console release, State of Play announcements featuring Nioh 3 and Final Fantasy Tactics, and the free Pokémon GO Fest 2026 Global event this weekend.
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Grand Theft Auto 6 Launches on Consoles May 26

Rockstar Games' highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to release on May 26 for consoles, marking what the company calls 'the largest game launch in history'Source 4. The game returns to Vice City, though a PC launch window remains unconfirmedSource 4. Industry observers expect other game releases to avoid the surrounding weeks due to GTA 6's expected dominanceSource 4.

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Nioh 3 Confirmed for 2026 with PS5 Demo Available

Team Ninja's Nioh 3 samurai action-RPG is officially coming in 2026, with a playable demo already available on PS5Source 3. The game will also launch on Steam as a PC versionSource 4, continuing the popular soulslike franchise.

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Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles Coming September 2026

Square Enix announced Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles will launch in September 2026Source 3. The game represents a new entry in the tactical RPG series beloved by fans worldwide.

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Pokémon GO Fest 2026 Global Goes Free for First Time

Niantic announced that Pokémon GO Fest 2026: Global is free for all trainers this year, marking the first time the event is offered without paid entrySource 5. The global event takes place this weekend, accessible to all players logged in during the event window.

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Dragon Ball Project Multi's Real Name Revealed

During a recent State of Play showcase, the Dragon Ball Project Multi's official name and a new network test date were announcedSource 3. The reveal generated significant excitement among Dragon Ball fans and fighting game enthusiasts.

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New Bloodstained Game Officially Announced

A new game in the Bloodstained franchise has been officially announced, marking the series' return following Ritual of the Night in 2019Source 3. Details about the title and release window are expected to emerge in coming months.

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Silent Hill f Release Date Accelerated

Bloober Team's Silent Hill f horror game is coming sooner than previously expectedSource 3. The psychological horror title will arrive well ahead of fan anticipation.

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Mortal Kombat Classics Coming to PS4 and PS5

The original four Mortal Kombat games will soon be playable on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5Source 3. This makes the classic fighting games accessible to a new generation of console players.

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May 2026 Game Release Calendar Features Major Titles

May 2026 features significant game releases including Forza Horizon 6, LEGO Batman, and the 007 game 'First Light,' available across PS5, Xbox, and PC platformsSource 1. The month is shaping up to be one of the year's biggest release periods.

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RAM Crisis Monitoring Continues in Gaming Industry

The gaming and technology sectors are tracking developments related to ongoing RAM supply concerns, affecting PC gaming setups and hardware availabilitySource 2. Industry observers monitor how the situation impacts component pricing and future hardware releases.