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‘The Simpsons’ Is Officially Bringing Back Its Best Release in a New Way

• Matt Groening teased a possible return of Hit & Run
• Showrunner Matt Selman cautioned it could still fall through
• Comes amid buzz over The Simpsons Movie sequel in 2027

Matt Groening has hinted that "The Simpsons: Hit & Run," the beloved 2003 driving-and-action game, could be revived, giving fans hope for a follow-up to one of the franchise's most celebrated releases. The tease came during a Q&A at the D23 Expo's "The Simpsons: Stories from Springfield" panel,…

Cyberleek publishes complete GTA 6 map as Rockstar fights content removal

• Cyberleek leaked full GTA 6 map and gameplay footage online
• Rockstar issued DMCA takedowns to try to remove leaks
• Footage revealed basketball minigame, water physics, police and driving systems

A group calling itself Cyberleek leaked extensive Grand Theft Auto 6 material, including full gameplay footage and the complete map of Leonida, Rockstar's reimagined take on Vice City, giving fans an unusually detailed early look at the game ahead of its official release. Rockstar responded by issuing Digital…

Marvel’s Wolverine Is At the Center of the Most Complex Online War In Years

• Marvel's Wolverine faces fierce online backlash ahead of its 15 September release
• Criticism follows hands-on previews showing a linear, cinematic action-adventure style
• Backlash tied to Insomniac's history of controversies and 2024 "Sweet Baby Inc." culture war

Marvel's Wolverine, Insomniac's upcoming PS5-exclusive superhero game, has become the focus of intense online hostility following the release of hands-on previews ahead of its 15 September launch date. The backlash centres on the game being a more linear, cinematic action-adventure experience rather than the open-world format of Insomniac's…

15 details from the new GTA 6 leaks, including a possible morality system and stamina meter

• New GTA 6 leak footage analysed for 15 possible gameplay details.
• Leaks suggest a morality system may be included.
• A stamina meter is also reportedly hinted at in footage.

PC Gamer has published an analysis of newly leaked Grand Theft Auto 6 footage, identifying 15 details that reportedly hint at gameplay mechanics not yet confirmed by Rockstar Games. Among the most notable findings are suggestions of a morality system that could influence how the story or player…

Former PlayStation boss Shuhei Yoshida told Clair Obscur devs to not call it a ‘turn-based RPG’ so people wouldn’t ‘overlook’ it

• Yoshida told Clair Obscur devs to avoid the "turn-based RPG" label
• He feared the term would cause players to overlook the game
• Highlights industry caution around marketing turn-based combat games

Former PlayStation boss Shuhei Yoshida has revealed that he advised the developers of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 against describing the game as a "turn-based RPG" in its marketing, warning that the label risked putting off potential players who might otherwise "overlook" it. The comment highlights long-standing industry nervousness…

New Dune 3 trailer announces special surprise ticket sale for previously sold-out IMAX screenings, and fans are stressed out

• Dune 3 trailer reveals extra IMAX tickets for sold-out screenings.
• Move gives fans a second chance to see it in IMAX.
• Announcement has left some fans feeling stressed over securing seats.

A new trailer for Dune: Part Three has revealed that additional tickets will go on sale for IMAX screenings of the film that had previously sold out, giving fans another chance to secure seats for the format. The announcement has generated a stressed reaction among fans, many of…

SteelSeries’ comfy wireless gaming headset is nearly half off

• SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3P headset is 45% off at $59.99 via Woot
• Lightweight (260g) with 200+ game-specific EQ profiles
• Multi-platform compatibility, Bluetooth/USB-C, up to 40-hour battery

SteelSeries' Arctis Nova 3P wireless gaming headset is currently discounted to $59.99 at Woot, a 45% reduction from its usual $109.99 price. Marketed as a lightweight alternative to bulkier feature-heavy headsets, it weighs just 260 grams and uses a stretchy headband strap to reduce strain during long gaming…

Game Subscriptions You Might Secretly Already Have

Gaming has never been more expensive. We're here to investigate why, and help you play more while spending less. Welcome to GameSpot Cheap Week. As part of GameSpot's Cheap Week, we're running through why games and consoles are so expensive these days (hint: it's a lot of AI…

‘GTA 6’ Map Leak Reveals Size of Rockstar’s New Vice City

• Hackers leaked a map claiming to show GTA 6's Leonida setting
• Leaked footage and map match prior GTA Online teasers and fan maps
• Take-Two's takedown attempts suggest the leak may be genuine

A hacking group known as Cyberleek has leaked a purported map of Leonida, the fictional Florida-based setting of Grand Theft Auto 6, alongside gameplay footage showing features such as basketball, water physics and an updated wanted system. Fans have long tried to piece together the scale of Rockstar…

5 Games With the Longest Development Time That Still Haven’t Been Released

• Beyond Good & Evil 2 has been in development for 19 years since 2007; Ubisoft confirmed it remains active in January 2026 despite cancelling other projects.
• Squadron 42, announced in 2012 for 2014 release, was declared feature-complete in December 2025 with a 2026 target; the delays exemplify extended "development hell" cycles.

Video game development can stretch on for years, and this article, drawing on GameRant-hosted picks, highlights titles that have spent more than a decade in the works without a public release, illustrating how even well-resourced studios can struggle to finish ambitious projects. The phenomenon, known in the industry…