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Aion 2 Crashing on PC: Fixes for the Fatal Error and Startup Crashes

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Aion 2 Crashing on PC: Fixes for the Fatal Error and Startup Crashes

Aion 2 opened for early access on PC on September 30, 2026, ahead of its free-to-play global launch on October 5. Since then, some players on Steam and NCSoft’s PURPLE launcher have reported the game crashing at startup, during character creation and mid-game. The fixes below are the ones players have reported working so far.

Why Aion 2 is crashing on PC

The most common crash message is:

“The UE-AION2 Game has crashed and will close”

This is a general Unreal Engine crash window, so it doesn’t point to one cause. Players on community tracker IsThisGameDown have reported it as early as 30 seconds into a session and as late as an hour in.

ErrorLikely cause
UE-AION2 Fatal ErrorOverlay conflict, missing runtime files or a graphics issue
Aion2.exe 0xE0000015A game or launcher process still running in the background
VCRUNTIME / MSVCP missingVisual C++ Redistributable is missing or damaged
DirectX 12 warningThe PC or GPU doesn’t support DirectX 12

Check the Aion 2 PC system requirements

Before you try anything else, check that your PC meets the minimum specs. Aion 2 needs DirectX 12 and runs on Windows only.

SpecMinimumRecommended
OSWindows 10/11 64-bitWindows 10/11 64-bit
CPURyzen 5 2600 / Core i5-10500Ryzen 7 3700X / Core i7-11700
RAM8 GB16 GB
GPUGTX 1050 Ti 4GBRTX 2070 8GB
DirectX1212
Storage100 GB (SSD recommended)100 GB (SSD recommended)

At 1080p, the official specs suggest the Very Low preset on minimum hardware and the Low preset on recommended hardware. macOS, Linux and Steam Deck aren’t officially supported.

Fix 1: Repair or reinstall Visual C++

This is one of the fixes players report working most often. Aion 2 needs the Microsoft Visual C++ runtime files, and if they’re missing or damaged, the game can crash.

  1. Download the latest Visual C++ Redistributable from Microsoft, in both the x64 and x86 versions.
  2. Run each installer and choose Repair, or Install if it’s not already on your PC.
  3. Restart your PC before you launch Aion 2.

Some players say this fixed the crash for them, but at least one said it made no difference.

Fix 2: Close RivaTuner, MSI Afterburner and other overlays

RivaTuner Statistics Server hooks into the game’s graphics even when its on-screen display is hidden. Players say fully closing RivaTuner and MSI Afterburner stopped their crashes.

You can also turn off the PURPLE overlay:

  1. Open PURPLE and click the gear icon to open Settings.
  2. Go to General.
  3. Turn off Enable Overlay while in-game.
  4. Restart PURPLE.

If you still crash, turn off other overlays such as Discord, Steam and the NVIDIA overlay.

Fix 3: End background processes

If you see error 0xE0000015, Aion 2 or its launcher is usually still running in the background.

  1. Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
  2. End any tasks for AION 2, Aion2.exe, PURPLE or Steam.
  3. Reopen the launcher and start the game.

Fix 4: Verify the game files

Damaged or missing files can cause crashes at launch.

LauncherSteps
SteamRight-click AION 2 > Properties > Installed Files > Verify integrity of game files
PURPLESelect AION 2 > menu next to Play > Game Settings > Initiate File Scan

Fix 5: Update your graphics driver

Old GPU drivers can cause crashes in new Unreal Engine games. Download the latest Game Ready Driver from the NVIDIA driver page or through the NVIDIA app. If you have an AMD card, use AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition. Restart your PC after the update.

Fix 6: Lower the graphics settings

If Aion 2 crashes in busy areas or during long sessions, lower these settings in the game:

  1. Open Settings > Graphics.
  2. Lower the resolution, render scale, shadows and effects.
  3. Apply the changes and restart the game.

Fix 7: Check that DirectX 12 is working

  1. Press Windows + R, type dxdiag, and press Enter.
  2. On the System tab, check that DirectX 12 is listed.
  3. If it isn’t, run Windows Update and update your GPU driver.

If Aion 2 still crashes

If none of these fixes work, the crash may be a bug that only NCSoft can fix. Before you report it through the game’s official support channels, note down exactly what you were doing and where you were in the game when it crashed. PC launch problems are common for new releases. Marvel Tokon had similar issues at its PC launch, and those were fixed later with patches.

If the game won’t connect at all, the servers may be the issue rather than your PC. It’s worth checking the server status first, the same way you would when Arc Raiders goes down. For other PC error guides, see our Valorant VAN 84 error code fix.

Sony Japan’s PS5 Pro lottery: the 60-hour playtime rule against scalpers

Satyam Kumar
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Sony Japan’s PS5 Pro lottery: the 60-hour playtime rule against scalpers

Sony Japan now runs PS5 Pro sales through a lottery, and only people with a history of playing on PlayStation can enter. To qualify, a buyer needs at least 60 hours of PS4 or PS5 playtime on a Japanese account. The aim is to stop scalpers who make new accounts, buy consoles in bulk and resell them at higher prices.

How the PS5 Pro lottery in Japan works

Sony sells the PS5 Pro through its official Sony Store in Japan. People who meet the requirements apply during the entry window. If more people apply than there are consoles, Sony draws winners at random.

According to Notebookcheck’s report on the new system, Sony’s goal is to stop scalpers using fresh accounts to buy stock.

PS5 Pro lottery requirements

RequirementDetails
AccountJapanese Sony account
PlaytimeAt least 60 hours on PS4, PS5, or both
Playtime windowSeptember 27, 2024 to September 27, 2026
Account linkThe same account must be used for PlayStation online services, My Sony ID and sign-in
ResidencyJapan only
Purchase limitOne PS5 Pro per Sony account

Only play recorded within the two-year window counts. Hours from before September 27, 2024, or on a different account, won’t help you qualify.

Key dates for the PS5 Pro lottery

StageDate
Applications openSeptember 28, 2026
Application deadlineOctober 7, 2026, 11:59 PM
Winner emails sentAround October 26, 2026
Purchase deadline for winnersNovember 2, 2026

Winners get an email at the address registered to their Sony account. They have to finish the purchase by November 2.

PS5 Pro price in Japan

The PS5 Pro costs ¥137,980 in the lottery, which is about $877. That includes the 2TB SSD model and its standard accessories.

That price follows Sony’s price increase in Japan on April 2, 2026. Sony also raised prices in other regions around the same time, as it announced in its PlayStation Blog pricing update.

ModelPrice in Japan after April 2026
PS5 Pro¥137,980
PS5 Disc Edition¥97,980
PS5 Digital Edition¥89,980
PS5 Digital Edition (Japanese-language only)¥55,000

The Japanese-language-only Digital Edition kept its old price. Push Square reported that in the week ending April 5, 2026, it sold 12,141 units while the PS5 Pro sold 840.

Why Sony is limiting PS5 Pro sales now

Reports point to two pressures on PS5 Pro stock. The first is the ongoing DRAM shortage, which has pushed up memory costs across the hardware industry. The second is demand ahead of GTA 6, which is set to come out on November 19, 2026. The lottery’s purchase deadline falls just over two weeks before that date.

Other console makers have also changed prices this year. Nintendo, for example, announced a Switch 2 price increase in the UK in September.

Will the playtime rule stop PS5 Pro scalpers?

The rule blocks the most common scalping method: making new accounts in bulk to buy stock. A new account can’t build up 60 hours of play in a two-year window without a lot of time spent on a real console.

Reports have also pointed out limits:

  • It can’t prove intent. An account with play history can still be used to buy a console for resale.
  • Some real players are left out. People who play on a different account, or who play less than 60 hours in two years, can’t enter.
  • Buyers outside Japan can’t enter. Tourists and international buyers are shut out, since a Japanese account and residency are required.

With a limit of one console per account, it’s also harder to buy many units at once.

Sony hasn’t said whether it will use the same system in other regions or for other products, such as the Marvel’s Wolverine limited edition PS5.

Madison Beer Fortnite skin price: how much it costs and when it came out

Satyam Kumar
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Madison Beer Fortnite skin price: how much it costs and when it came out

Madison Beer is the newest musician in Fortnite’s Icon Series. Her collection has two outfits, a back bling, emotes, a pickaxe, a microphone instrument and three Jam Tracks. Here’s the Madison Beer Fortnite price for each item, when the skins came out, and how long they’re expected to stay in the shop.

Madison Beer Fortnite skin price

Each Madison Beer outfit costs 1,500 V-Bucks. That’s the standard price for Icon Series skins. The full list below comes from Item Shop tracker Fortnite.GG:

ItemTypePrice (V-Bucks)
Madison Beer BundleBundle3,400
Make You Mine MadisonOutfit1,500
Satin Angel MadisonOutfit1,500
Madison’s Angel WingsBack Bling500
Mookie & Maple PlushiesBack Bling500
Madison’s OG PickaxePickaxe500
Madison’s Glam WrapWrap500
Madison’s MicInstrument800
Yes BabyEmote500
BittersweetEmote500
yes, baby / bittersweet / complexityJam Tracks500 each

If you bought all the cosmetics above one by one, not counting the Jam Tracks, you’d pay 6,800 V-Bucks. The 3,400 V-Bucks bundle costs less, but check the bundle card in the shop to see exactly which items it includes. Some sites listed different prices for the extras at launch, so the in-game shop is the final word.

How much does the Madison Beer skin cost in real money?

The price in real money depends on your region and how you buy V-Bucks. In the US, Fortnite’s flexible top-up sells 1,500 V-Bucks for $13.49. That’s enough for one outfit. The top-up only goes up to 2,750 V-Bucks, so for the 3,400 V-Bucks bundle you’d need to buy a standard V-Bucks pack.

PurchaseV-BucksApprox. US cost
One outfit1,500$13.49 (flexible top-up)
Madison Beer Bundle3,400Needs a standard V-Bucks pack

Madison Beer Fortnite release date

The Madison Beer skins went live on September 24, 2026, when the Item Shop reset. In regions ahead of US time, that was already September 25.

RegionRelease time
Pacific (PT)5:00 PM, September 24
Eastern (ET)8:00 PM, September 24
UTC12:00 AM, September 25
UK (BST)1:00 AM, September 25
Central Europe (CEST)2:00 AM, September 25
India (IST)5:30 AM, September 25

Reports say the items will stay in the shop until around October 4, 2026. Epic hasn’t confirmed an exit date. Icon Series items usually come back later, but there’s no fixed schedule for returns.

Madison Beer skin outfits and styles

There are two outfits in the collection:

  • Make You Mine Madison: based on her music video look, with a heart harness and a microphone holster on the leg.
  • Satin Angel Madison: recreates her outfit from the 2025 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, with a pink crystal corset. Parts of it react to music.

Madison’s Angel Wings back bling also pulses in time with music. The “Yes Baby” emote uses moves from her tour choreography.

In an interview with NME, Beer said the collab is “definitely up there with being nominated for a Grammy and playing Madison Square Garden.”

Could you get the Madison Beer skin for free?

Yes, but only during the Madison Beer Icon Cup, which ran on September 24. Top finishers in each region won the Satin Angel Madison outfit and Madison’s Angel Wings back bling. In NA Central, for example, players needed a Top 350 finish in the Reload and Zero Build events, or Top 150 in the mobile event. The cup is over, so the shop is now the only way to get these items.

Other Icon Series skins this season

Madison Beer joins other music stars who’ve come to Fortnite recently, including the Addison Rae Fortnite skin. Her collection arrived during Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4. Before you spend V-Bucks, take a look at the latest Fortnite codes for Season 4 to see if any free rewards are available.

How Much Will the FNAF Bundle Cost in Fortnite? Expected V-Bucks Prices, Skins and Release Time

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How Much Will the FNAF Bundle Cost in Fortnite? Expected V-Bucks Prices, Skins and Release Time

Five Nights at Freddy’s arrives in Fortnite on October 1 as part of Fortnitemares 2026. The question most players are asking is how much the FNAF bundle will cost in Fortnite. Epic Games has confirmed the four animatronic skins, but it has not published official prices. That will happen when the items appear in the Item Shop.

The figures below come from reported leaks and community estimates. They could change once the shop updates.

FNAF bundle Fortnite price: what we know so far

Epic confirmed the Five Nights at Freddy’s collaboration with four outfits: Freddy Fazbear, Chica the Chicken, Bonnie the Bunny and Foxy the Pirate Fox. Each skin has a Withered alternate style.

According to Vice’s breakdown of the FNAF Fortnite bundle, the reported prices are:

ItemQuantityReported price (V-Bucks)
Outfits (Freddy, Chica, Bonnie, Foxy)41,500 each
Back Blings4300 each
Pickaxes2500 each
Emotes2500 each
Freddy Fazbear Kicks11,000
Bass instrument1800
Microphone instrument1800
FNAF Wrap1500

At 1,500 V-Bucks, the outfits would match the usual price of licensed Icon Series and collaboration skins in Fortnite. Back Blings are often included with the outfit when you buy it, so they may not be sold separately.

How much will the full FNAF collection cost?

Buying every reported item one by one would add up to about 12,300 V-Bucks. Most players won’t pay that, because Fortnite usually sells collab items in discounted bundles.

The fan account FNAF Secret of the Marketing estimated the full set at around 4,500 V-Bucks, or about $40. That estimate is based on the Kingdom Hearts collab, which had a similar number of skins and Kicks. The same post says a rumored FNAF car could cost another $23 to $30 on top of that.

Purchase optionExpected cost
Single outfit1,500 V-Bucks (reported)
Everything bought separatelyAbout 12,300 V-Bucks
Full bundle (community estimate)About 4,500 V-Bucks (around $40)
Rumored FNAF car$23 to $30 extra (estimate)

Epic has not confirmed any of these figures. It’s also unclear whether the Withered styles are free or sold separately. Regional pricing will change the real-money amount too.

FNAF Fortnite release time

Vice reports the FNAF items should go live on October 1 at about 4 AM PT. Converted to other regions:

RegionExpected time (October 1)
Pacific (PT)4:00 AM
Eastern (ET)7:00 AM
UK (BST)12:00 PM
Central Europe (CEST)1:00 PM
India (IST)4:30 PM

Once they’re live, you can check the official prices in the in-game shop or on the Fortnite Item Shop page.

What else is in the Fortnite FNAF collab

The collab isn’t only cosmetics. Leaker HYPEX reports that Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza will be added to the map as a new point of interest, with security cameras and jump scares. Players will reportedly be able to take on the role of the animatronics and chase opponents. A Jam Track from the first Five Nights at Freddy’s game is also expected.

The drop is part of Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4, which has already had a string of licensed crossovers, including the DOOM collab trailer earlier this season.

How to get V-Bucks for the FNAF bundle

If you’re short, Fortnite’s flexible top-up lets you buy between 50 and 2,750 V-Bucks when you don’t have enough to finish a purchase. You can also earn V-Bucks through the Battle Pass. Before you spend anything, look through the active Fortnite codes for this season to see if any free rewards are available.

Xbox Is Not For Sale, Says CEO Asha Sharma Amid Major Microsoft Restructuring

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Xbox Is Not For Sale, Says CEO Asha Sharma Amid Major Microsoft Restructuring

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has moved to put an end to speculation that Microsoft could sell or spin off its gaming business, stating clearly that “Xbox is not for sale.” Her comments come at a time when Microsoft is undertaking one of the biggest restructurings in Xbox’s history.

Speaking in an interview with The New York Times, Sharma was asked about the future of Xbox following months of reports and speculation surrounding Microsoft’s gaming strategy. Her response was direct, although she also emphasized that the company remains willing to explore different partnerships and operating models.

“We will do whatever it takes to set the company up for success,” Sharma said. She added that Xbox would consider the right partnerships and operating model needed to achieve long-term success.

The statement arrives after reports earlier this year suggested that Microsoft executives had considered various options for the future structure of its gaming operations, including the possibility of spinning out Xbox. More recent reporting indicates that Microsoft leadership has instead backed Sharma’s restructuring strategy.

That restructuring has already resulted in significant changes. Microsoft announced in July that Xbox would reduce its workforce by approximately 3,200 employees during fiscal 2027, with around 1,600 positions eliminated immediately. Several studios were also moved out of Xbox’s direct management structure.

Sharma has described the overhaul as a major reset for the gaming division, with Xbox focusing more heavily on its biggest franchises, simplifying management and seeking a more sustainable business model. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has publicly supported the streamlining effort, saying he feels positive about Xbox’s remaining studios and intellectual property.

Despite the upheaval, Sharma’s strategy does not appear to involve abandoning Xbox hardware. Earlier this year, she said the company wanted to stabilize its current console generation while continuing to develop future hardware. Xbox is also pursuing broader approaches involving PC, cloud gaming, partnerships and different business models.

For now, Sharma’s message is straightforward. Microsoft is restructuring Xbox rather than preparing to sell it. Whether the company’s new strategy delivers the growth Microsoft wants will depend on how successfully it can balance hardware, software, subscriptions and its expanding publishing business over the coming years.

Steam Autumn Sale 2026 Start Date, Time, and Deals

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Steam Autumn Sale 2026 Start Date, Time, and Deals

The Steam Autumn Sale 2026 starts on October 1 and runs until October 8. Valve has scheduled it as a 7-day storewide event, which is shorter than the Summer and Winter Sales. The sale begins at 10 AM PT, which is 6 PM BST. Full discount lists usually appear only when a sale goes live.

This article covers the Steam Autumn Sale 2026 start date, the start time in different regions, the deals to expect based on last year, and the rest of the Steam sale schedule for 2026.

Steam Autumn Sale 2026 Start Date and Time

According to Valve’s schedule, the Steam Autumn Sale 2026 begins on October 1 and ends on October 8. That gives players 7 days to buy games at reduced prices.

Steam’s major sales start at 10 AM PT. The storefront refreshes at that time, and the new discounts appear. The sale ends at the same hour on October 8.

RegionStart time on October 1
Pacific Time (US)10:00 AM
Eastern Time (US)1:00 PM
UTC5:00 PM
UK (BST)6:00 PM
India (IST)10:30 PM

The Summer and Winter Sales each last 2 weeks. The fall event is shorter, so there is less time to compare prices.

Valve moved the Autumn Sale to early October in 2025. It ran from September 29 to October 6 that year. It was previously held in late November.

Steam Autumn Sale 2026 Deals to Expect

Valve has not revealed the full lineup of Steam Autumn Sale 2026 deals. The source article also notes that no trailer had been posted. The exact discounts will likely be known only once the sale starts.

Publishers and developers set their own prices. Valve does not decide the discount for each game. Games also generally need to be on the store for at least 30 days to join a seasonal sale.

Last year’s sale offers a guide. Discounts covered recent releases and older favorites. Some highlights from last year:

  • Baldur’s Gate 3 was 25% off
  • S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl was 30% off
  • DOOM: The Dark Ages was 33% off

The full list last year included more than 100,000 offers. Past discounts do not guarantee the same prices this year.

Steam Sale Schedule for the Rest of 2026

The Autumn Sale is not the last Steam event of the year. Here is the Steam sale schedule for the coming months:

EventDates
Party-Based RPG FestSeptember 14 to September 21
Steam Autumn Sale 2026October 1 to October 8
Cooking FestOctober 12 to October 19
Steam Next Fest: October 2026October 19 to October 26
Steam Scream V FestOctober 26 to November 2
Auto-Battler RPG FestNovember 16 to November 23
Steam Winter Sale 2026December 17 to January 4, 2027

The Steam Winter Sale 2026 is the next major seasonal sale after this one. It lasts 18 days. The Autumn Sale also coincides with nominations for The Steam Awards.

Players who miss a discount this week still have several chances before the end of the year. The Steam Autumn Sale 2026 starts tomorrow, so wishlists are worth checking today.

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EA Sports Reportedly Working on Unannounced AAA Free-to-Play Online Game

Satyam Kumar
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EA Sports Reportedly Working on Unannounced AAA Free-to-Play Online Game

Electronic Arts appears to be expanding its EA Sports portfolio with a new unannounced online project, according to a recently published job listing for the company’s Shanghai studio.

The listing, spotted by Insider Gaming, is for a Client Engineer position supporting an unnamed AAA project under the EA Sports brand. The job description specifically states that the successful candidate will help deliver features and ongoing live-service support for a “AAA free-to-play online title.”

The vacancy provides one of the clearest indications yet that EA Sports is developing a new free-to-play game designed around an online, live-service model. However, EA has not officially announced the project, and the listing does not reveal its name, sport, release date, or target platforms.

The Shanghai-based role will involve developing and maintaining game-client features using C++ and visual scripting, while also working with designers, producers, and other engineers. The position calls for significant development experience, including experience shipping commercial games and supporting live-service titles.

There is also a reference to mobile development experience in the listing, although it is described as an additional asset rather than a mandatory qualification. This has led to speculation that the project could be connected to EA’s mobile operations. However, the available information does not confirm that the game will be exclusive to smartphones or tablets.

EA’s Shanghai operations already have connections to several major properties. The company has previously highlighted teams working on EA Sports FC Mobile, as well as other EA technologies and franchises. EA China has also supported projects involving major series such as Apex Legends and Battlefield.

The project’s EA Sports branding opens several possibilities. It could potentially be related to an existing sports franchise receiving a new online or mobile-focused experience, or it could be an entirely new sports title. At present, there is not enough information to identify which direction EA has chosen.

For now, the job posting is best viewed as evidence of active development rather than a formal game announcement. As A 90s Kid notes, the listing establishes that EA Sports is recruiting for a AAA free-to-play online project requiring ongoing live-service development, but does not identify the game’s sport or platform.

EA has yet to reveal further details about the mysterious project. Until an official announcement arrives, its identity and release plans remain unknown.

Modern Warfare 4 PC Specs, Features and Preload Date Revealed

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Modern Warfare 4 PC Specs, Features and Preload Date Revealed

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 PC specs have been revealed ahead of the game’s October 23 launch, giving players a clear idea of the hardware needed to run the latest entry in the series. Activision has confirmed minimum, recommended, and ray-tracing requirements, with the game requiring 115 GB of SSD storage across all configurations. PC players will also need TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot enabled. Alongside the system requirements, Activision has detailed more than 800 customization options, PC-specific features, and the preload schedule.

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Here’s everything players need to know before Modern Warfare 4 launches.

Modern Warfare 4 PC Specs and System Requirements

Activision has confirmed 3 different hardware configurations for Modern Warfare 4 on PC: minimum, recommended, and ray tracing.

The minimum configuration targets players with older gaming PCs, while the recommended setup is designed for up to 90 FPS under the specified conditions. The ray-tracing configuration requires significantly more powerful hardware and 32 GB of RAM.

ComponentMinimumRecommendedRay Tracing
OSWindows 10 64-bitWindows 11 64-bitWindows 11 64-bit
CPURyzen 5 1400 / Core i5-6600Ryzen 5 3600 / Core i7-8700KRyzen 7 3700X / Core i7-10700K
RAM8 GB16 GB32 GB
GPURX 470 / GTX 970 or 1060 / Arc A580RX 6600 XT / RTX 3060 Ti / Arc B580RX 9070 XT / RTX 5070 Ti
VRAM3 GB8 GB16 GB
Storage115 GB SSD115 GB SSD115 GB SSD

The requirements also specify a broadband internet connection and a DirectX-compatible sound card. Intel Arc GPU users will need Resizable BAR enabled, while only Intel and AMD processors with AVX support are currently supported.

Modern Warfare 4 PC Features

The Modern Warfare 4 PC specs are only part of Activision’s PC announcement. The developers have also highlighted several features designed to give players greater control over their experience.

Modern Warfare 4 will offer more than 800 customization options covering graphics, gameplay, input devices, interface settings, and other areas. This allows players to adjust the game according to their hardware and preferences.

The PC version will also include an in-game benchmark tool, HDR10+ Gaming support, enhanced field-of-view technology, multiple upscaling options, and ray tracing across game modes.

Activision and Beenox are also focusing on reducing unnecessary interruptions. Shader preloading is supported, while changes to the update process are designed to reduce the number of restarts players encounter when launching the game.

Modern Warfare 4 PC Preload Date

PC players who digitally pre-purchase Modern Warfare 4 can begin preloading the game on October 15 at 9:00 AM PT.

Campaign Early Access will then begin on October 16 for eligible digital pre-purchase players. The full game launches on October 23, 2026, with Activision listing PC availability through Steam, Battle.net, and Xbox on PC.

Players should therefore have enough time to download the game before launch, although the installation requires 115 GB of SSD space based on the published PC requirements.

Modern Warfare 4 Launch Date

Modern Warfare 4 is scheduled to launch on October 23, 2026. Infinity Ward is leading development, with Beenox working on the PC version.

The game will be available on PC alongside PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2. Activision has also confirmed that PC players will need TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot enabled to play the game.

With the final Modern Warfare 4 PC specs now available, players can check their hardware ahead of the October launch and make any necessary upgrades or settings changes before preload begins.

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PlayStation Plus to Get 3 New Games in October

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PlayStation Plus to Get 3 New Games in October

PlayStation Plus October games have been revealed. Three games will be available to PlayStation Plus members from October 6 through November 2, 2026.

Here is everything players need to know about the October PlayStation Plus games, their platforms, availability dates, and additional benefits coming to subscribers.

PlayStation Plus October Games

Sony has confirmed 3 games for the PlayStation Plus October games lineup. The monthly titles will become available on Tuesday, October 6, and members can add them to their libraries until Monday, November 2.

GamePlatformAvailable From
F1 25PS5October 6
Hunt: Showdown 1896PS5October 6
Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2PS5, PS4October 6

The October selection covers racing, extraction shooting, and co-op action. Sony has also reminded players that the monthly lineup may differ by region, so members should check their local PlayStation Store when the games go live.

F1 25 Comes to PlayStation Plus

F1 25 is the official game of the 2025 FIA Formula One World Championship and is the first title in the October lineup.

The game includes single-player modes such as Career and My Team 2.0. My Team 2.0 allows players to take control of a Formula 1 team and build their own racing experience.

F1 25 also features multiplayer content through F1 World. Sony highlighted a new multiplayer mode where players can team up with friends and compete against AI drivers.

Hunt: Showdown 1896 Joins the Lineup

Hunt: Showdown 1896 brings an extraction-shooter experience to the PlayStation Plus October games lineup.

Players enter dangerous environments while hunting monsters and competing against other Hunters. The objective involves tracking down bosses, defeating them, collecting their bounty, and successfully extracting.

The game supports solo play as well as teams of up to 3 players, giving PlayStation Plus members different ways to approach each match.

Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2

Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2 is the third October title and is available on both PS5 and PS4.

Players can create a team of 4 characters from the soldiers they collect throughout the game. The roster includes characters from the mainline Earth Defense Force series and its spin-offs.

The game features redesigned voxel versions of familiar enemies alongside new enemies created specifically for this release. It also supports 4-player online co-op and 2-player local split-screen on PS5 and PS4.

September PlayStation Plus Games Leaving Soon

Players who have not yet claimed the September monthly games still have time to add them to their libraries.

Sony says Sniper Elite: Resistance, MLB The Show 26, Wobbly Life, and Chained Echoes will remain available to PlayStation Plus members until October 5.

Once the September window closes, players will no longer be able to add those monthly games through the current promotion.

PlayStation Plus October Extras

The October lineup also comes with additional PlayStation Plus benefits. Sony has announced limited-edition Spider-Man: Brand New Day avatars, which PlayStation Plus members can claim at no extra cost through Sony Pictures Core for a limited time.

PlayStation Plus members can also access several Halloween-themed HorrorFest packs. These include the Call of Duty: Warzone Horror Bundle, Hunt: Showdown 1896 Starter Pack, and Overwatch 2 Dragur Reinhardt + 5 Tier Skips Pack. Availability begins on different dates in October.

PlayStation Plus October Games Release Date

The PlayStation Plus October games will be available from October 6 to November 2, 2026.

Players should check the PlayStation Store in their region on October 6, as Sony notes that the monthly games lineup can vary by region.

For now, PlayStation Plus members can claim the September lineup before the October games replace it on October 6.

Vitality Sweep LOUD 2-0 in Valorant Champions 2026 Group B Winner’s Match

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Vitality Sweep LOUD 2-0 in Valorant Champions 2026 Group B Winner’s Match

After a short first game and an hour-and-a-half-long second game filled with six overtimes, Vitality has taken down LOUD 2-0 in the Group B Winner’s game at Valorant Champions 2026.

In case you missed the clash of the two titans, here’s everything you need to know about what went down during the series.

Map Veto

  • Vitality bans Sunset
  • LOUD bans Split
  • Vitality picks Ascent
  • LOUD picks Summit
  • Vitality bans Abyss
  • LOUD bans Haven
  • Lotus was left over

Map 1: Ascent (Pick: Vitality, Win: Vitality, Final Score: 13-7)

Vitality looked extremely comfortable in their map pick of Ascent, completely dominating LOUD for the majority of the first half to end their T-side on an 8-4 score. While a pistol-round win in the second half enabled LOUD to secure a couple of additional rounds, it only delayed the inevitable as Vitality’s superior teamwork enabled them to secure the first map 13-7.

Map 2: Summit (Pick: LOUD, Win: Vitality, Final Score: 19-17)

Unlike the first game, the clash between Vitality and LOUD on Summit was a nail-biter. Despite being LOUD’s map pick, Vitality were in complete control of the map throughout the first half on Summit’s CT-side, leaving little room for LOUD’s attack to exploit. The French org entered the second half with a strong 9-3 lead in its favor.

The second half is when it all started to fall apart for Vitality, starting with a pistol-round loss. They did manage to grab the first buy-round of the game, denying their opposition its bonus round, but LOUD’s defense looked impenetrable as they grabbed one round after another to force overtime.

The overtime on Summit was intense, as the two teams traded rounds back and forth till Vitality eventually managed to break through on the sixth OT, winning the game 19-17.

LOUD’s Lucca “lukxo” Travaioli put up an especially remarkable performance over the course of the two games, finishing the series with a whopping 54 kills while conceding only 39 deaths.

With this series win, Vitality qualifies directly to the Valorant Champions 2026 playoffs. LOUD will have to take on the winners of Global Esports vs EDward Gaming in a battle for survival on October 4th.

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