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Brand-New LEGO Christmas Sets Officially Revealed
Christmas comes early for LEGO fans as new sets are ready for launch in October ranging in price while also featuring some iconic characters.
from GameRant (Written by Derek Nichols) | September 2, 2026
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Transformers Officially Returns September 3 In Beyond Reality
Transformers is finally back in a big way.
from Screen Rant | September 2, 2026
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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe 4.0 Update is a Game-Changer
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe just got a massive update for Switch 2 that is a complete game-changer and breaks a new record for the series.
from GameRant (Written by Drew Swanson) | September 2, 2026
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A Single Moment In GTA 6's Extended Look Is Finally Winning People Over On Jason
He’s just awkward, you guys.
from TheGamer (Written by George Foster) | September 2, 2026
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Sony May Owe You Money, Says Court
Following a settlement with a California court, Sony will be dolling out partial refunds to players who made game purchases in a set timeframe.
from DualShockers (Written by Daniel Trock) | September 2, 2026
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New Open-World Wilds Era Legend of Zelda Game Leaked
A brand-new open-world Legend of Zelda game, either set in the Wilds Era or inspired by it, leaks online.
from GameRant (Written by Joshua Duckworth) | September 2, 2026
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Star Wars Zero Company Players Are Leaving Negative Reviews To Protest The Devs Being Furloughed
After it was reported that 80% of Star Wars Zero Company's dev team was put on unpaid leave before launch, players started leaving negative reviews.
from TheGamer (Written by Rhiannon Bevan) | September 2, 2026
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Calm Down On The Murder Sprees, GTA 6 Has A Point Of No Return
GTA 6's honor system has a tier so villainous, there's no washing away the reputation.
from TheGamer (Written by James Lucas) | September 2, 2026
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Hogwarts Legacy Officially Returns With Free DLC This Month
Some free DLC ahead of the sequel.
from Screen Rant | September 2, 2026
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Pokemon Winds and Waves Release Date Leaks Online
Known leakers in the Pokemon community share when the upcoming games, Pokemon Winds and Pokemon Waves, will release.
from GameRant (Written by Joshua Duckworth) | September 2, 2026
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