Right, so, Starcraft. A new shooter in the series is reportedly set to be revealed this year, possibly as the big headline act of Blizzcon in September.
The existence of such a secret shootery thing in the works at Blizzard was first reported by Jason Schreier last year, being one of the revelations to come out of his book on the publisher, titled Play Nice: The Rise, Fall, and Future of Blizzard Entertainment.
Evidence of an under-wraps third expansion for The Witcher 3 continues to mount, with one report now pointing to a possible ‘Dune-style’ location for the new adventure.
Word of a fresh DLC for the beloved 2015 blockbuster RPG began bubbling up in earnest last month, fuelled by a set of reports from insiders and apparent teases by developer CD Projekt that it had something secret in the works.
Now, a report by IGN Poland has said its local sources have been aware of potential plans for several years, and that — initially at least — its developers had expressed a keen interest in exploring Zerrikania, an exotic desert region to the far east of The Witcher 3’s current map.
While IGN Poland cautions that this information dates back several years, it also goes on to list a string of reasons why Zerrikania makes a lot of sense for the expansion, due to various hints at a Zerrikanian Manticore School in previous expansion Blood and Wine, and references to the region made by other characters. The same school is also a part of The Witcher’s tabletop RPG — as seen in the artwork above.
Separately, a Eurogamer report has given a more black-and-white reason why this expansion is likely real and expected to launch in 2026: because there’s currently a gap in CD Projekt’s employee incentive program target indicative of the company launching something expected to earn significant money.
As Eurogamer notes, CD Projekt doesn’t really have anything else expected to fit the bill, with The Witcher 4 not set for launch until 2027 at the earliest, and Cyberpunk 2 after that. Work on a new IP is also ongoing, but even further off.
There’s a possibility still that this could relate to some other, smaller Witcher spinoff, but with all the smoke around a Witcher 3 expansion now rising, everything looks to be pointing in the same direction.
As “full production” on The Witcher 4 continues, CD Projekt has cautioned fans not to expect its launch in 2026, as the company plans an ambitious six-year roadmap in which it will also launch The Witcher 5 and The Witcher 6. Before all of that, there’s a window this year for even more Witcher, and a fresh slice of content that could potentially help bridge the gap.
A new DLC feels like a smart idea to reawaken lapsed interest ahead of the series’ next chapter, via extra content sold to The Witcher 3’s existing audience of more than 60 million players. This content could be used as a reason to sell the game anew, to bring fresh fans to the decade-old role-player, and potentially set up plot points to be expanded upon in the franchise’s eventual sequels.
Tom Phillips is IGN’s News Editor. You can reach Tom at tom_phillips@ign.com or find him on Bluesky @tomphillipseg.bsky.social
A ratings board leak has detailed Life is Strange: Reunion, a new game in the narrative adventure series that focuses on the return of fan-favorite character Chloe.
Details of Life is Strange: Reunion have now been made public by the European ratings board PEGI, which published a now-deleted plot summary for the game online last night.
Reunion’s existance had long been rumored among Life is Strange fans clued into the franchise’s ongoing development at troubled studio Deck Nine Games. The expectation is that Reunion will be made official in the imminent future, and launch not long after.
Life is Strange: Reunion is particularly notable as it appears to revive (or return) the character of Chloe, the original game’s blue-haired best friend (or love interest) that you could sacrifice (or save) depending on your choices.
Deck Nine’s most recent Life is Strange game, Double Exposure, received a negative reaction from many core fans of the series for returning to the story of original main character Max Caulfield in a reality in which Chloe survived the events of the franchise’s first game but did not appear in person. Fans of the pair’s romantic relationship option were particularly upset, as Double Exposure explained that the two characters were now broken up, seemingly permanently.
Purported leaks from within Deck Nine Games amid this backlash painted a picture of a troubled development, but also mentioned a further game being in the works that did feature Chloe. Reunion certainly seems to be this project — and it will be interesting to see whether its final version feels like it has been shaped by feedback to Double Exposure.
“Chloe Price was Max Caulfield’s partner in time,” reads a description of the game published by PEGI. “Losing her is Max’s greatest regret. Now Chloe has come to Caledon University. Haunted by nightmares and impossible memories, Chloe needs Max’s help. But Max is already in crisis: in three days, a deadly inferno will destroy the campus.”
Other plot details include a character hallucinating on mushrooms, and a scene where a building is on fire with people trapped inside. The game will reportedly begin with a recap of previous Life is Strange entries, in which it sounds like we’ll see Chloe during the events of the first game.
A digital deluxe version of the game will also be offered, containing additional outfits.
Life is Strange: Reunion is yet to be officially announced by publisher Square Enix, but it likely won’t be long now. We’ve contacted the company for more.
Tom Phillips is IGN’s News Editor. You can reach Tom at tom_phillips@ign.com or find him on Bluesky @tomphillipseg.bsky.social
The world could certainly do with another game about slapping up Swastika-wearers right now. Thankfully, having finished off Indiana Jones And The Great Circle, Machine Games are reportedly working on the previously teased Wolfenstein 3.
Amazon has been dropping some very nice gaming deals recently to start off 2026. The latest offer to catch our eye is on Star Wars Outlaws for PS5 and Xbox Series X, which have both dropped to $19.99 for a limited time. This marks a return to the lowest price for both PS5 and Xbox Series X versions at Amazon, so this is a great opportunity to grab it. And why not spend these next few winter months journeying to a galaxy far, far away?
This Amazon Exclusive limited edition release of Star Wars Outlaws comes with some extras alongside the game. This version will set you up with The Rogue Infiltrator Character Pack, which features cosmetics for Kay and Nix that you can use in the game.
Still wondering if this is the game for you? Our review from IGN’s Tristan Ogilvie called it a “fun intergalactic heist adventure with great exploration,” though he noted at the time that it was “hindered by simple stealth, repetitive combat, and a few too many bugs at launch.” However, since launch, it’s received updates to give it a bit of a boost.
As mentioned before, this isn’t the only video game deal to cross our radar over at Amazon. The retailer has had quite a few surprises up its sleeve recently, including a very big discount on Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 and Astro Bot. Outside of Amazon, Walmart’s even offering a great deal at the moment on Battlefield 6, if you’ve been waiting for a good time to add that to your library. For even more discounts on games, have a look at our roundup of the best deals of the day.
Hannah Hoolihan is a freelancer who writes with the guides and commerce teams here at IGN.
Fallout 4 arrives on Switch 2 this year.
Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition is on its way to the Switch 2 this year, and it might not be the only Fallout game returning in the future. This information comes from the same Windows Central report about “what to expect” from Xbox “this year, and beyond”.
According to the site’s executive editor Jez Corden, Fallout fans can “eventually” expect to see a “Fallout 3 remake in the vein of Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered“, with Fallout New Vegas to also apparently receive the same treatment.
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Sales success has motivated the team.
Square Enix’s Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles recently surpassed one million sales worldwide, and thanks to this success, future updates for the title are now being considered.
This information comes from the game’s director Kazutoyo Maehiro in a press release (shared via Gematsu):
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It’s bringing Indiana Jones to Switch 2 this year.
The Wolfenstein series could be making a return in the future, according to a new report about “what to expect” from Xbox this year, and beyond”.
Windows Central Jez Corden says he’s heard Wolfenstein III is “on the cards” to coincide with Amazon’s new Wolfenstein television series. Although nothing else about this game is mentioned in the report, Kotaku has confirmed “it’s true”:
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Today, we’re sharing the first look at the Hyperpop Collection, featuring three new striking designs for DualSense wireless controllers and PS5 console covers. With glossy blacks shifting into vivid neons, each finish introduces an all-new aesthetic into your gaming setup.
With the vibrant Hyperpop Collection, players can choose their track between Techno, Remix, or Rhythm:
Turn up the beat with Techno Red.
Stand out with Remix Green.
Stay locked in with Rhythm Blue.
To share more about the Hyperpop Collection’s design and creative process, here’s Leo Cardoso and Sae Kobayashi from our Color, Material, and Finish design team:
We’re cranking the volume all the way up with a collection that doesn’t just stand out, it takes over the room. Inspired by the glow of the RGB lights of your impressive gaming setups, these new colors go LOUD in the best possible way.
– Leo Cardoso
A seamless gradient wraps around the front and back of the DualSense, finished in a high-gloss coat that makes the colors POP more than ever. The console covers are also getting the same glow-up, featuring a subtle hint of transparency.
– Sae Kobayashi
The Hyperpop DualSense wireless controllers will be available for a recommended retail price (RRP) of SGD 119 / MYR 419 / IDR 1,549,000 / THB 2,890 / PHP 4,890 / VND 2,399,000.* The matching PS5 console covers will be available in limited quantities in select markets for a RRP of SGD 107 / MYR 369 / IDR 1,359,000 / THB 2,590 / PHP 4,290 / VND 2,099,000.*
The Hyperpop Collection launches starting on March 12, 2026.
*Actual retailer prices and availability may vary.
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