KPop Demon Hunters Fortnite Game Launches (Gaming Information Roundup)

Netflix’s “KPop Demon Hunters” is launching a collaboration with Epic Games’ “Fortnite” that can embrace characters from the smash-hit streaming movie and the power for followers to create their very own video games primarily based on the IP.

Per Epic, “Fans can team up with HUNTR/X to protect the Honmoon from the endless waves of faceless demons, in the new Demon Rush Mode – live between October 2 to November 1. All while channeling their inner Rumi, Mira, and Zoey with outfits and accessories (spicy ramyeon included, of course).”

Additionally, starting Oct. 2, “Fortnite” creators will be capable to construct and publish their very own video games utilizing official “KPop Demon Hunters”-inspired property licensed from Netflix.

Watch the trailer for the “KPop Demon Hunters” collaboration in “Fortnite” under.

See extra gaming information from this week within the roundup under.

RELEASES

“Cairn,” the survival climbing recreation from indie builders The Game Bakers, has been delayed to Q1, 2026. The much-anticipated recreation was initially meant to launch earlier than the top of the 12 months.

Though the sport is content material full, the extra time shall be spent focusing optimization, debug, and polish for distinctive gameplay.

The Game Bakers’ artistic director Emeric Thoa explains, “We have been running a lot of playtests, and the feedback from players is that we have something truly special with ‘Cairn.’ We also see all the improvements we can still do to make the experience unforgettable. After 5 years of work, it makes no sense to rush it, we want to be proud of the game we launch.”

The recreation will launch on PS5 and PC early subsequent 12 months. An actual launch date has not but been introduced.

NEWLY RELEASED GAMES

MG Studio, the Lego Group, and Fictions have launched “Lego Party!,” a multiplayer celebration recreation from the world of Lego. The recreation is obtainable on Steam for PC, Xbox Series XS, Xbox One, PS5, PS4 and Nintendo Switch.

Up to 4 individuals can play “Lego Party!” directly, competing alongside and in opposition to one another in over sixty minigames and problem zones to gather probably the most golden bricks and change into the champion. The recreation options iconic units from Lego Pirates, Lego Space, Lego Ninjago and extra.

Players can customise their very own minifigures and those that preordered the Retail Edition, accessible at taking part Switch, PS5 and Xbox XS retailers, will obtain 5 distinctive minifigures.

NEWLY ANNOUNCED GAMES

Nex has unveiled the launch of “NHL Puck Rush,” the first-ever sports activities league title for Nex Playground. To make the console extra accessible, Nex Playground shall be increasing retail availability into Canada later this month.

In “NHL Puck Rush,” gamers can have the chance to attach with their favourite NHL groups by means of a dynamic, interactive recreation that syncs immediately with every NHL season. Players can tackle the problem of scoring as many objectives as attainable in a restricted timeframe. 

NHL Puck Rush will launch with the under options, with common programming to be launched over time, together with for tentpole NHL occasions, permitting for followers to just about help and compete on behalf of their favourite NHL groups, alternatives to unlock their favourite workforce’s jerseys, sticks, pucks, mascots, whereas permitting gamers to trace wins.

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Wolf Haus Games will launch their debut recreation, “Join Us,” a co-op survival recreation, in 2026 on PC.

In “Join Us,” gamers will be capable to set up their doomsday cult in America by recruiting followers and designing weird perception programs in a totally authored narrative that adapts to participant decisions, constructing a compound and defending the devoted from hostile outsiders, stockpiling sources and lay solo or co-op with as much as 4 buddies whereas conquering the sport’s open-world atmosphere. 

The recreation could be skilled with as much as four-player co-op as you conquer the sport’s dynamic open-world atmosphere. 

NEW VENTURES

On Wednesday, Ubisoft’s new subsidiary opened for enterprise and revealed its title, Vantage Studios. Led by co-CEOs Christophe Derennes and Charlie Guillemot, Vantage consists of greater than 2,300 staff working throughout a few of Ubisoft’s widespread “Assassin’s Creed,” “Far Cry” and “Rainbow Six” franchises into a brand new unit that can “have full autonomy on the creative direction and business plans for the three franchises, while remaining a part of the Ubisoft group.” The subsidiary is partially owned by Ubisoft stakeholder Tencent.

EVENTS

European-based distribution firm Piece of Magic Entertainment (POM) has introduced plans for reside theatrical broadcasts of two upcoming Riot Games esports tournaments: VALORANT Champions and LEAGUE OF LEGENDS World Championship 2025.

On Oct. 5, the VALORANT Champions 2025 Grand Final takes place in Paris and shall be broadcast reside in choose cinema screenings throughout 9 territories by POM. On Nov. 9, the League of Legends World Championship Finals shall be broadcast from Chengdu, China and POM is bringing the expertise to cinemas throughout in additional than 30 European international locations.

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Papaya will host the primary ever Solitare World Championships in February 2026 at Miami’s Temple House in South Beach.

The historic solo card recreation, which Papaya rendered a communal and aggressive expertise by means of on-line and reside tournaments, will lastly have its world champion as 400 finalists collect in Miami to compete for the crown. The winner will take dwelling $150,000, with complete prizes of $300,000 accessible.

The championship occasion shall be produced by Estars Studios and government produced by David Lee.

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“Call of Duty: Next” supplied a sneak peek of what to anticipate within the upcoming launch of “Call of Duty: Black Ops 7,” launching on Nov. 14.

The annual reside stream occasion allowed attendees to stream the “Black Ops 7” multiplayer and zombies, in addition to new “Call of Duty: Warzone” content material. Additionally, audiences acquired a primary take a look at the forthcoming “Call of Duty: Warzone” Haven’s Hollow Resurgence map alongside the all-new Signal Station and remastered Factory POIs showing in Verdansk, each launching with Season 1. 

Following the primary look, friends acquired intel in regards to the sixth anniversary celebration of “Call of Duty: Mobile” in addition to the primary take a look at the brand new DMZ: Recon mode coming to cell.

The “Call of Duty: Black Ops 7” multiplayer beta kicks off on Oct. 2 throughout all platforms for individuals who pre-ordered the sport, adopted by an open beta on Oct. 5. Players will study techniques for each map and recreation mode included within the Beta, discover how in-game development works and uncover which rewards will carry over to the total launch.

IN-GAME EVENTS

The World of Tanks workforce will crossover with MachineGames’ Wolfenstein online game collection beginning Oct. 2.

Game gamers will step into the world of William J. Blazkowicz and his resistance allies within the upcoming “Battle Pass Special Wolfenstein.” The occasion runs till Oct. 13 and can give tank commanders the prospect to obtain unique Wolfenstein-themed rewards, together with genuine franchise characters as crew members, 2D tank kinds, a wide range of customization components and the primary German Tier VIII double-barreled heavy tank.

Additionally, in-game bundles grant entry to resistance heroines Anya Oliwa and Caroline Becker, in addition to Frau Engel. Each comes with three perks and distinctive voiceovers. Upon finishing all 40 phases of the Base Rewards Track, commanders will earn an arsenal of Wolfenstein-themed objects, together with unique decals, inscriptions, a 2D type and Blazkowicz as a tank commander. 

Wilhelm “Deathshead” Strasse can be accessible by means of the Base Progression. Through Chapter Progression, gamers can recruit Blazkowicz alongside his nemesis, scientist Strasse, each accessible with zero perks.

Players on the lookout for the total Wolfenstein expertise can seize themed bundles and tackle particular fight missions, unlocking much more rewards that replicate the collection’ darkish but unyielding spirit.

DATA/SALES STATS

“Silent Hill f” has offered a million items worldwide since its launch on Sept. 25. 

The quantity of items offered displays digital and bodily gross sales on PlayStation®5, XBOX Series X|S, Steam®, Epic Games and Microsoft Windows as of Sep. 26. The newest installment within the “Silent Hill” franchise blends Japanese horror conventions with stunning landscapes to create an intense and gripping ambiance. 

The official recreation description states, “Shimizu Hinako, a high school student struggling under society’s pressure of expectations, wanders through her hometown Ebisugaoka until a mysterious fog develops and covers the town. On her journey, Hinako must face horrific creatures, uncover mysteries and confront traumatic decisions that will influence her fate.”

GAME UPDATES/DLC

Players can now play as Metalhead, the latest DLC character for “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate.”

As the sixth hero on the roster, Metalhead introduces an all-new long-range playstyle, set to be geared up with a laser cannon, contact-triggered landmines and tactical talents designed to do main injury from a distance. 

Fans can benefit from the upgrades coming to “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate’s” largest free replace, which incorporates arcade mode, three new biomes, and over 100 audio, visible and efficiency enhancements throughout the sport.