The Witcher 4 aims to avoid past performance issues, while GTA 6 merch remains elusive and Pokémon expands its universe.
CD Projekt Red seems determined to avoid repeating the mistakes of its past with its upcoming major release, The Witcher 4. As reported by Eurogamer, the developer has confirmed that The Witcher 4 is already running on all target platforms—PC, PS5, and Xbox—highlighting their focus on performance optimisation from the outset. This approach follows the troubled launch of Cyberpunk 2077, which was marred by significant performance issues and bugs, leading to considerable backlash and a prolonged series of updates to rectify the problems. The lessons learned seem to be steering the development of The Witcher 4 upfront toward stability and polish from its inception.
In other significant news, Rockstar Games has started to distribute official Grand Theft Auto 6 merchandise, but as GameRant reports, the catch is that this merch is not yet commercially available. Selected few, including a YouTuber, have received these items, sparking interest without offering general availability. This follows the recent unveiling of an extensive gameplay preview, continuing to build anticipation for the game.
Pokémon fans have a lot to look forward to. Pokemon GO announced a new event for September 2026 focusing on Gen 6 Pokémon, like Phantump, as highlighted by GameRant. Additionally, a new Pokémon movie has been announced, marking the first theatrical release in seven years. According to Polygon, “Pokémon: Wild Card” will explore the Pokémon Trading Card Game in a world where Pokémon are real, further expanding the franchise’s imaginative scope.
Meanwhile, Polygon reports that “Halloween: The Game” continues to face international challenges as it has been denied a rating in Japan after a similar issue in Australia. The denial from CERO means it won’t be available on the PlayStation Store in Japan, keeping it out of another significant market.
Lastly, for those intrigued by unique gaming setups, a report from GamesHub details an Australian gamer’s acquisition of a complete Boeing 747 flight deck to enhance his flight simulator experience. While not much else is known, this certainly stands out as a remarkable display of dedication to immersive gaming experiences.
