“With the advent of streaming – which we really do believe is around the corner in terms of having something that’s low latency, and really works well for consumers – machines that weren’t game machines before will become game machines. So, without regard to what happens in the console business, which is of consequence to us, of course, we see the overall install base as a practical matter growing materially,” he told investors in a recent call (transcript via Yahoo! Finance).

“And if you believe in streaming, to be clear, we really do, and I’m happy to put a timeline on it. I think we’ll be in commercial streaming mode in three years, and by commercial I mean low latency. That can 10x the effective install base.”

Of course, in keeping with his philosophy of not celebrating victory before it’s attained, Zelnick included a caveat. “That doesn’t mean we’re going to 10x our revenue, and we wouldn’t project that we would, because obviously your avid consumers already have access to video game machines. But I do think it creates great opportunity for titles that are broadly desirable even outside of core markets, and we do have titles like that, obviously.”

While Grand Theft Auto 6 will end up a massive success even without streaming availability, it could lead to a resurgence for other IPs. Take-Two may not see much demand for a new XCOM title, but it could find a new audience if it’s more widely accessible.

Physical discs may go extinct at a much faster rate. However, Zelnick doesn’t really believe they make much sense for consumers currently (citing the majority of game sales being digital), so it’s probably a moot point. If nothing else, it explains why Grand Theft Auto 6 won’t have a disc with its physical version, whether at launch or anywhere down the line.

Never say never, though, so stay tuned for updates. Grand Theft Auto 6 launches on November 19th for Xbox Series X/S and PS5. Rockstar is set to debut an Extended Look on, of all things, Netflix on August 27th. It will become available on YouTube several hours later, but suffice to say that the strategy is intriguing. Head here for our thoughts on it.

The company is doubtlessly counting on the open-world title having a long tail, which could be affected if memory costs continue to rise over the next two years. There’s also the impact that they could have on next-gen consoles, reportedly set to debut in Holiday 2027.

In an investor’s call (transcript by Yahoo! Finance), Zelnick said, “Look, the rising cost of hardware is not a good thing, and we wouldn’t argue that it is.

“I don’t think it will slow us down any because, you know… we believe we’re delivering experiences that people want. However, a lower price point for hardware would be a good thing because there’d be more hardware in people’s hands. So I cannot argue this is a positive, but equally we don’t see it as a headwind either.”

There’s also good news for PC gamers, as Zelnick considers it a factor in the world moving towards more “open systems.” “20 years ago, when we showed up here at Take-Two for a console release that was available on PC at launch, PC would represent one to two percent of the overall sales. Today, that can be 40 or 50 percent in a similar situation.”

That doesn’t exactly tell us when Grand Theft Auto 6 could launch on PC, but it’s a reaffirmation that the platform remains important for Take-Two (in case you had any doubts).

For now, however, it’s completely focused on its launch for Xbox Series X/S and PS5 on November 19th, with an Extended Look premiering on August 27th via Netflix. While it’s safe to expect a significant amount of gameplay, you should probably temper any expectations about a potential reveal of the next Grand Theft Auto Online.

“I see a great deal of that discussion. I’ve seen a lot of people discussing and speculating off the back of interviews with myself and with Kitase-san, ‘Is the ending of this going to connect to Advent Children?’” he told Ashif’s Release Notes on YouTube.

“But it’s not a question. I don’t want to sit here and say it connects to this, it connects to that. But obviously, there are a lot of other titles within the 7 universe. So, we’re talking about Advent Children, we’re talking about Dirge of Cerberus, Crisis Core. And we want to bring all of those in and make sure we’re not leaving those out.

“And then on top of that, once we have all of those in place, we’re looking towards the ending. And then the question is, what kind of ending are we going to head for in Revelation that still has those ties? And I think that’s something that I really hope players will look forward to finding out.”

Obviously, this only raises more questions, but this isn’t the first time that Hamaguchi spoke about bringing in Compilation of Final Fantasy 7 content. We’ve already seen the likes of Weiss (Dirge of Cerberus) and Elena (Before Crisis, Advent Children), and given how events ultimately turned out in Rebirth, the incorporation of Crisis Core seems a given.

But factoring in the events of all those titles, especially when the movie and Dirge of Cerberus take place after the original game’s conclusion? The Remake trilogy has already incorporated changing events and timelines into its narrative, so time will tell, but the real question seems to be how far-fetched it could end up. As always, never underestimate creative director Tetsuya Nomura.

Final Fantasy 7 Revelation launches next Spring for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2. A new look is confirmed for Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 25th, so stay tuned for updates.

Potentially at Disney’s D23, which will feature a series Deep Dive panel on August 15th. Odds initially seemed low, but as noted by Kingdom Hearts Insider, the D23 app lists the profiles of three key individuals: Square Enix’s Tai Yasue and actors Haley Joel Osment and David Gallagher.

The latter two are known for playing Sora/Vanitas and Riku throughout the series, so it makes sense that they may attend. Yasue is the standout because he’s a co-director on Kingdom Hearts 4. Even if there isn’t a new trailer showcased, there could be insights into Quadratum, the newest location.

Anything is possible, especially as store listings reportedly pointed to a launch in 2027 shortly after the last trailer dropped. Square Enix may let anticipation fester before truly kicking marketing into overdrive next year. But as it stands, Kingdom Hearts 4 is making steady progress after all these years. Stay tuned for updates in the meantime.

In a recent video, narrative director Kwon Byungsoo said, “Back then, attending an awards ceremony or standing on that stage felt like something that happened to other people. I used to think, ‘I wish I could stand there someday.’ Now I find myself thinking, ‘We have to do even better next time. How much better do we need to be?'”

Indications of a sequel emerged in 2024 when a job listing pointed towards the use of Unreal Engine 5. Fast forward to 2026, with NEOWIZ confirming the team is “fully focused” on its development. We still don’t know the premise, or even if Pinocchio returns.

However, the NOUGH Studio isn’t looking to start from scratch. “When we first started, we were building from a completely blank slate. We kept asking ourselves just how far we could go. Now Lies of P is our starting point. The question now is how much more we can build from here,” said Byungsoo.

Art lead Cha Byungjun added that, “There’s definitely pressure, but for now we’re trying to set that aside and return to the mindset we had while making Lies of P. We’re trying to hold onto it.”

That mindset seemingly involved plenty of excitement and anticipation, at least for director Choi Juwon. But things are a bit different for the sequel. “When I look at the team now working on our next project, everyone is seriously thinking about how we can do even better. They seem to be grappling with the same questions I am. So now, our drive to push ourselves further has only grown stronger.”

It’s a rough business, especially when fans have their own expectations about what they want to see. Nevertheless, even without a release window, the march to Lies of P 2 – or whatever it ends up called – continues. In the meantime, Nintendo Switch 2 players can experience Lies of P: Complete Edition now.

Starting with the fan-favorite F-22A Raptor, the video covers all kinds of aircraft, including the Gripen E, the MiG-21bis Fishbed, the Rafale M, the Typhoon, the Mirage2000-5, and much more. It’s interesting to see the contrasts in their cockpits, whether it’s the Fishbed’s antiquated looks or the sleeker Su-35S Flanker-E (which makes sense since they’re three decades apart in age).

Of course, you can’t discount the environments that they fly in either. Though the game is developed on Unreal Engine 5, the team used a custom in-house engine to create layered clouds. Not only does it look more realistic, but it results in a more varied sky, which serves as yet another contrast against the ground.

Whether those contrasts will come into play as the Federation of Central Usea fights back against the Republic of Sotoa remains to be seen. For now, Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve continues to look amazing en route to its October 2nd launch on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC. Stay tuned for more details and (hopefully) more aircraft showcases in the coming weeks.

However, you probably shouldn’t expect to see much, if anything, around the next iteration of Grand Theft Auto Online. Bloomberg’s Jason “One Take” Schreier reported in his latest video that Take-Two Interactive is currently “only talking about GTA 6 in terms of the single-player portion, which will not presumably have recurring revenue.”

He doesn’t believe the single-player component will have microtransactions, but he then added that Take-Two “are not planning to talk anytime soon about what the new GTA Online will look like and what that recurring spend will look like.”

While he didn’t delve into the reasons, a few potential ones come to mind. Leaked data indicated that the current iteration of the online mode brings in over $1 million daily for Rockstar. Announcing a follow-up could cause the player base – and more importantly, spending – to drop, even if it doesn’t launch on the same day as GTA 6.

It’s also possible that the next GTA Online isn’t anywhere near ready for launch. As a result, Rockstar and Take-Two could be looking to focus on the single-player game, which is performing way above the publisher’s expectations in pre-orders.

Grand Theft Auto 6 launches on November 19th for Xbox Series X/S and PS5. The Extended Look is slated for August 27th at 3 PM ET on Netflix with a six-hour delay before it drops on YouTube.

Yes, you read that right. Producer Masakazu Hirayama also told Automaton China (translation via WCCF Tech) that the previous system, where you needed to plan flags to raise morale, is being changed. “This time, with the open world setting, the morale system will indeed be adjusted to reflect this change. Specific details cannot be revealed at this time; we can only say that the morale system still exists, but it will be different from before.”

Of course, the exploration is also seeing revamps. This time, your actions on the battlefield will actually have an impact. “Regarding the monotony of open-world exploration, this time it basically depicts an entire battlefield. Changes on the battlefield will affect the outcome of the battle, causing changes in other parts of the scene as well. I think this will alleviate the monotony to some extent.”

It’s worth noting that this “open world” structure could take more than a few cues from Nioh 3. The latter’s developer avoided the moniker – instead opting for “open field” – as you essentially explored regions with various quests, points of interest, shrines and whatnot, slowly growing in power before venturing into the Crucible.

Whether Wo Long 2 will take the same approach or embrace a true open world like Rise of the Ronin remains to be seen. Either way, it’s an exciting proposition, even if it doesn’t do much to alleviate performance concerns.

Out in Q1 2027, Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember will be available for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2. It’s also launching on day one for Game Pass.

While it’s yet to receive a release date, it seems there’s already trouble brewing at the studio. Layoffs seemingly occurred last Thursday, as reported by Insider Gaming, and 14 employees have allegedly been affected, according to a source.

The studio has yet to officially announce the same, and whether this will affect current development remains unknown. Regardless, with so many other companies facing layoffs, whether it’s Xbox’s first-party studios, Destiny 2 and Marathon developer Bungie, IO Interactive and so on, it’s rarely a good sign.

Crossfire is coming to Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC, and follows a mercenary, Layla, who must work alongside the antagonistic Cross to survive. Besides armed human operators, which is where the cover system shines, they also need to deal with an “existential threat.”

The reveal trailer showcases zombies, but they may just be one part of the puzzle. As always, stay tuned for further details and updates on the same.

And while it will take a significant amount of time, especially for those starting (though every weapon and Strategem is available at level 25), veterans can ameliorate the grind. Those who hit level 150 will find that their XP will count towards the new cap.

“The moment the new limit goes live, the game recalculates your total XP against the new level table and instantly bumps you up to wherever you should be. No re-grinding, no starting over,” said Arrowhead Game Studios. It’s the same system that was in place when the level cap was first raised, which is pretty great.

Of course, you might wonder what the point is, and thankfully, the development team is providing some new incentives, including additional titles and ranks. Whether there’s more in store remains to be seen, especially since the update doesn’t have a release date, so stay tuned for more details.

Helldivers 2 is available for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC, and is set to receive its next Legendary Warbond, a collaboration with Warhammer 40K, on August 12th. It adds two new armor sets based on the Cadian Kasrkin regiments and iconic weapons like the Bolt Pistol and Meltagun. Head here for more details.