Gaming News — 2026-06-27#

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In a stark reminder that digital ownership is mostly an illusion, Sony announced it will be deleting over 550 previously purchased Studio Canal movies from PlayStation users’ accounts this September without offering refunds. The move is already sparking major backlash and reigniting fierce debates over consumer rights and what it actually means to “own” a digital product in the modern era.

News & Reviews#

GTA 6 Disc Debunked & Scalper Madness · IGN Despite viral rumors, Rockstar is strictly sticking to a digital-only launch for GTA 6, meaning the physical edition will just be a code in a box with no plans for discs. Hilariously, that hasn’t stopped eBay scalpers from successfully flipping pre-orders for inflated prices, preying on uninformed gamers who don’t realize there’s absolutely no shortage of digital codes.

Street Fighter 6 Devs Talk 10-Year Plan and Tifa · IGN At Evo 2026, Street Fighter 6 developers clarified they hope to support the game for a full 10 years, though they shot down competitive hopes for immediate changes to the controversial Drive system mechanics. They also teased that upcoming DLC character Tifa will utilize a unique Final Fantasy VII Materia mechanic, while hyping up the franchise’s first Filipino fighter, Yasmine.

Steam Machine Resurgence Meets Immediate Scalping · IGN Valve recently opened up reservations for its pricey new $1,049 Steam Machine, utilizing a randomized queue intended to be a fair alternative to traditional pre-orders. Unfortunately, the system failed to stop resellers, as eBay is currently flooded with confirmed reservations flipping the console hybrid for up to $2,899.

Invincible VS Devs Want Scorpion Crossover · IGN The team behind the fighting game Invincible VS confirmed at Evo that they are extremely interested in bringing in guest characters from the Mortal Kombat franchise. With Omni-Man already appearing in MK1, a crossover feels well within the realm of possibility, and the developers are explicitly naming Scorpion as a guest they would jump to include.

FNaF 3 Movie Taps Horror Veteran Scribe · IGN Blumhouse is apparently looking to inject some fresh blood into the notoriously poorly reviewed Five Nights at Freddy’s cinematic universe by enlisting It and Annabelle writer Gary Dauberman for the third installment’s script. While the first two films raked in massive box office hauls despite terrible critic scores, hopefully, Dauberman can finally elevate the horror elements for older audiences.

Free Games & Deals#

Right now is the perfect time to scoop up some heavily discounted gaming gems, with Amazon cutting the price of the critically acclaimed Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake down to $38.99 and dropping the excellent Nioh 3 for PS5 to $49.99. If you’re a horror fan, Silent Hill f is also seeing a steep cut to just $29.83 this weekend. Finally, if you need a screen upgrade for your gaming setup, Prime Day TV deals are slashing prices on fantastic displays like the 144Hz TCL QM6K and the 120Hz Samsung S90F OLED, both hitting record lows under $1,000.

Also Worth Knowing#

• The Huge $650 Pokémon LEGO Set Is Up for Preorder (IGN): Hardcore collectors can finally secure the intricate, fully posable Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise LEGO display piece over on Amazon.
• Warhammer: Age of Sigmar Spearhead City of Ash Review (IGN): This stripped-down tabletop starter set is great for newbies and features gorgeous miniatures, though it currently suffers from some early faction balancing issues.
• Supergirl Director Credits James Gunn for Slow-Motion Fight Scene Song (IGN): James Gunn actually helped pick the polarizing Jimmy Eat World “The Middle” cover that backed the live-action film’s climax, much to the confusion of online fans.
• Supergirl and the Debate at the Heart of the New Movie (IGN): The latest DCU movie is sparking intense debate around the core superhero “no-kill” rule after Kara unexpectedly and violently executes the main villain in the final act.
• Atlantis: The Lost Empire Has Become One of Disney’s Most Important Movies (IGN): 25 years later, the 2001 animated flop has cemented a cult legacy, standing as a fascinating hybrid that inadvertently marked the end of an era for Disney’s 2D theatrical features.