RuneScape 4 Revealed, Gears E-Day Sets October 6 Launch

Oct 4, 2026

Jagex has announced RuneScape 4, a fourth MMO in the franchise powered by Unreal Engine, while Gears of War: E-Day’s full release arrives October 6 after premium early access began October 1 EurogamerVGCPure Xbox. Capcom is also outlining an AI-focused evolution of its RE Engine, as PlatinumGames president Atsushi Inaba signals interest in expanding Bayonetta’s world Nintendo LifeEurogamer.

Jagex Reveals RuneScape 4 and Sets More Franchise Plans

Fourth RuneScape officially revealedRuneScape Reignited launches 2 DecemberEurogamerEurogamer

Jagex confirms RuneScape 4 as the series’ fourth MMO and says it will be powered by Unreal Engine EurogamerVGC. The announcement arrives alongside other plans for the franchise: RuneScape Reignited is scheduled to launch on December 2 as a clean slate for long-time, lapsed and new players Eurogamer.

Jagex also outlines a multi-year roadmap for RuneScape: Dragonwilds, with monthly and quarterly updates planned throughout 2027 Nintendo Life.

Gears of War: E-Day Full Release Arrives October 6

Interview: Gears Of War: E-Day - The Coalition Talks Locust, Development Pressures, And Building 'The Best F***ing Gears Game'Pure Xbox

The Coalition’s Gears of War: E-Day reaches full release on October 6 through Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, following premium early access on October 1 Pure Xbox. In a new interview, studio leaders Matt Searcy and Pax Lyle discuss the Locust, development pressures and the team’s ambition for the game Pure Xbox.

PlatinumGames Signals Interest in Expanding Bayonetta

PlatinumGames boss hints he wants to expand Bayonetta as Stellar Blade director calls the series "indispensable"PlatinumGames Comments On The Future Of BayonettaEurogamerNintendo Life

PlatinumGames president Atsushi Inaba says he wants to further develop Bayonetta as a character and expand her world, but his comments do not announce a new game EurogamerNintendo LifeVGC. Inaba made the remarks alongside Shift Up’s Kim Hyung Tae, whose studio recently collaborated with PlatinumGames on a Bayonetta costume for Stellar Blade Nintendo Life.

Capcom Plans an AI-Focused Evolution of RE Engine

Capcom Is Looking To Evolve Its RE Engine Into An 'AI-Era Game Engine'Nintendo Life

At Capcom Open Conference RE: 2026, programmer Satoshi Ishida describes the company’s REX initiative to evolve RE Engine and address development challenges involving tools, quality assurance and efficiency Nintendo Life. Capcom’s stated goal includes creating games together with AI Nintendo Life.

Sony Is Reportedly Taking Pitches for PlayStation Franchise Games

Rumour: Sony 'Accepting Game Pitches' on Fan Fave Franchises, First Wave Due Around PS6 LaunchPush Square

A recognized leaker says Sony is accepting pitches for multiple games based on fan-favorite franchises, with a first wave reportedly targeted for around the PS6 launch Push Square. The report also mentions a purported Killzone project at People Can Fly under Guerrilla’s supervision Push Square.