SEGA announces the Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Southeast Asia Cup, with online qualifiers in July and October leading to an offline finals in Manila this November. A $20,000 prize pool awaits top racers.
A new report claims Grand Theft Auto VI will receive a physical disc release in December 2026, one month after its digital‑only launch, sparking debate over the future of physical game media.
The Esports Nations Cup 2026 confirms 110 VALORANT rosters, with 16 elite teams receiving direct invites — including the Philippines, USA, Korea, and Canada — ahead of the November finals in Riyadh.
SEGA launches Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition digitally on Nintendo Switch 2, with enhanced visuals, free DLC, and updated budget‑friendly prices across platforms. Physical edition arrives September 17, 2026.
Blizzard launches Diablo IV: Season of Death Awakening on June 30, 2026, introducing Pandemonium Ruptures, Mythic Uniques 3.0, new bosses, and a free Warlock trial.
Rockstar confirms that physical copies of Grand Theft Auto VI will not contain a disc, only a digital download code, signaling a full move toward digital distribution when the game launches November 19, 2026.
Rockstar Games unveils the Grand Theft Auto VI: Ultimate Edition, Vintage Vice City Pack, and free GTA+ month for digital pre‑orders ahead of the November 19 launch on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
ASUS Republic of Gamers launches the 2026 Zephyrus Duo, G16, and G14 laptops in the Philippines, featuring dual‑screen innovation, Nebula HDR OLED displays, and next‑gen Intel Core Ultra processors.
Garena Free Fire marks its 9th anniversary with a massive celebration featuring a 3D Party Lobby, new gameplay systems, revamped Battle Royale mechanics, and exclusive rewards from June 24 to July 26.
The Esports Nations Cup 2026 League of Legends qualifiers are complete, with 15 teams advancing to Riyadh. The Philippines secured a slot, and Play‑Ins begin November 21.
Sega announces a shift toward influencer‑driven marketing after Sonic Racing and Shinobi underperform in sales, despite strong reviews. Two flagship IPs are planned by 2027.