LIVE Last updated 13:29 UTC. The day’s biggest video game news as it happens on October 15, 2026: releases, trailers, updates, deals and industry news, with links to the original sources and our full stories. Newest updates first.
Table of Contents
Key stories so far
- GTA 6 Launch Trailer: What It Shows, Release Date and PC Status
- Monster Hunter Wilds Switch 2 Demo: Date, Content, Pre-Orders
- Big Walk Won't Come to Xbox, House House Cites BDS Boycott
- 12 Best Cozy Games on Switch 2 (October 2026)
- Break and Steal an Egg Guide: Zones, Speed and Free Rewards
- Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Beginner Tips and Weapon Guide
Live updates
GTA 6 Launch Trailer: What It Shows, Release Date and PC Status
Rockstar's GTA 6 launch trailer is out ahead of the November 19 release on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. What it shows, editions, pre-order bonuses and PC status.
Monster Hunter Wilds Switch 2 Demo: Date, Content, Pre-Orders
The free Monster Hunter Wilds Prologue Demo hits Switch 2 on October 19, with save transfer, local play and $29.99 digital pre-orders ahead of December 4.
Big Walk Won't Come to Xbox, House House Cites BDS Boycott
House House says Big Walk will not be released on Xbox, citing the BDS movement's boycott of Microsoft. The game stays on PC, Mac, PS5 and Switch 2.
12 Best Cozy Games on Switch 2 (October 2026)
The best cozy games on Switch 2, from Pokémon Pokopia to Stardew Valley and Cozy Grove, with verified eShop prices, upgrade costs and who each is for.
Break and Steal an Egg Guide: Zones, Speed and Free Rewards
Break and Steal an Egg beginner guide: free +10K Speed and Sabertooth Egg, every zone's Speed target, best Trails and pickaxes, and the Oct 18 Halloween update.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Beginner Tips and Weapon Guide
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse beginner tips: how mirrors, potions, mana and Arcana work, all seven weapon types compared, relics and custom difficulty.
10 Best Games Like BitLife for iOS and Android (2026)
The best games like BitLife on iPhone and Android: Everlife 2, DogLife, Reigns and more, with prices, ads, ratings and who each life sim suits best.
Modern Warfare 4 Early Access and Preload: Times and Editions
MW4 PC preload opens Oct 15 at 9am PT and Campaign Early Access starts Oct 16. Full schedule, DMZ early access, editions, prices and what Activision confirmed.
Fortnite Sprites List: All 27 in Chapter 7 Season 4 + Checklist
Every Fortnite Sprite in Chapter 7 Season 4 with rarity, powers and the full 162-entry checklist, plus the new Oct 15 Honey and One Wish Willow Sprites.
AION 2 Classes Guide: Every Class Explained and Which to Pick
All 8 AION 2 classes explained: roles, weapons, strengths and weaknesses, plus the best class for beginners, solo play, groups and PvP based on community data.
Epic Free Games This Week: Bad Cheese and Agent A (Oct 15-22)
Bad Cheese and Agent A are free on the Epic Games Store from Oct 15 at 15:00 UTC to Oct 22. Exact times, how to claim, and other free games this week.
Kingshot Beginner Guide: Heroes, Build Order and Tips (2026)
Kingshot beginner guide: first-day steps, building order, best free heroes by generation, troop setup, gem spending and how to redeem gift codes.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Release Time, Price and Reviews
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse is out now for $29.99 on PS5, Xbox, PC and Switch. Release times, editions, Switch 2 notes and what critics are saying.
Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2: Price, Bundle and Pre-Orders
The Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 launches Oct 29 at $519.99 with no game. What's in the box, the matching accessories and where to pre-order.
Steal an Egg Roblox Beginner Guide: Speed, Eggs and Biomes
New to Steal an Egg on Roblox? Claim 10,000 free Speed, farm the right eggs, buy the best early trails and treadmills, and unlock every biome faster.
How to Become a Lawyer and Judge in BitLife (2026 Guide)
Become a lawyer and judge in BitLife: law school majors, every law firm and court job, salaries, the 30-year Magistrate rule and achievements.
Xbox Nano Controller: Price, Release Date and Specs
The Xbox Nano Controller costs $49.99, ships November 4 in the US and adds a rechargeable battery and Bluetooth. Here's what it does and what it leaves out.
Ocarina of Time Switch 2 Overview Trailer: What's New
Nintendo's Ocarina of Time Switch 2 overview trailer reveals the Hall of Fallen Heroes, humming ocarina controls and new amiibo ahead of the Nov 5 launch.
