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Happy birthday to the one and only Mario! 🍄
October 11 is the officially celebrated birthday of gaming’s most recognizable hero — from Donkey Kong to Super Mario Bros., he’s defined generations of play.
October 11 is the officially celebrated birthday of gaming’s most recognizable hero — from Donkey Kong to Super Mario Bros., he’s defined generations of play.
Save Point: This Day In Video Game History — Mario’s Birthday | PC Gaming Spot
Today in video game history, we celebrate Mario’s officially recognized birthday on October 11 — honoring the mustached hero who leapt from Donkey Kong to Super Mario Bros. and became the face of gami...
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October 10, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Happy birthday to the one and only Mario! 🍄
October 11 is the officially celebrated birthday of gaming’s most recognizable hero — from Donkey Kong to Super Mario Bros., he’s defined generations of play.
October 11 is the officially celebrated birthday of gaming’s most recognizable hero — from Donkey Kong to Super Mario Bros., he’s defined generations of play.
Battlefield 6 launched today and the servers didn’t stand a chance.
Over 740K players have flooded in, sending queue times through the roof.
Full report here:
Over 740K players have flooded in, sending queue times through the roof.
Full report here:
Battlefield 6 Launch Sees Massive Queues And Overloaded Servers | PC Gaming Spot
Battlefield 6’s launch is off to a chaotic start as DICE’s servers buckle under massive demand. Queues have reached over 439,000 players, with SteamDB showing more than 741,000 concurrent users.
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October 10, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Battlefield 6 launched today and the servers didn’t stand a chance.
Over 740K players have flooded in, sending queue times through the roof.
Full report here:
Over 740K players have flooded in, sending queue times through the roof.
Full report here:
World of Warcraft add-ons are being removed when Midnight drops.
It’s all about cleaner UI, better readability, and leveling the playing field — but not everyone’s happy about it.
It’s all about cleaner UI, better readability, and leveling the playing field — but not everyone’s happy about it.
Blizzard Explains World Of Warcraft Add Ons Removal In Midnight Expansion | PC Gaming Spot
Blizzard is overhauling World of Warcraft add ons ahead of the Midnight expansion, aiming to deliver a fairer, cleaner, and more accessible MMORPG experience for all players.
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October 9, 2025 at 9:07 PM
World of Warcraft add-ons are being removed when Midnight drops.
It’s all about cleaner UI, better readability, and leveling the playing field — but not everyone’s happy about it.
It’s all about cleaner UI, better readability, and leveling the playing field — but not everyone’s happy about it.
October 9, 1997 — Fallout hits PC and rewrites RPG history.
From Vault 13 to the wasteland, Interplay’s classic set the standard for freedom, moral choice, and post-apocalyptic storytelling. ☢️
From Vault 13 to the wasteland, Interplay’s classic set the standard for freedom, moral choice, and post-apocalyptic storytelling. ☢️
Save Point: This Day In Video Game History — Fallout (1997) | PC Gaming Spot
Today in video game history, Interplay’s Fallout launched for PC in 1997, redefining RPG storytelling with its post-apocalyptic world, moral choices, and the now-iconic S.P.E.C.I.A.L. system that shap...
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October 9, 2025 at 4:29 PM
October 9, 1997 — Fallout hits PC and rewrites RPG history.
From Vault 13 to the wasteland, Interplay’s classic set the standard for freedom, moral choice, and post-apocalyptic storytelling. ☢️
From Vault 13 to the wasteland, Interplay’s classic set the standard for freedom, moral choice, and post-apocalyptic storytelling. ☢️
Blizzard’s next Diablo 4 PTR update is all about fixing the forge.
Masterworking & Tempering are getting a major overhaul with fewer resets and smarter crafting.
Masterworking & Tempering are getting a major overhaul with fewer resets and smarter crafting.
Diablo 4 Masterworking And Tempering Overhaul Coming To PTR Soon | PC Gaming Spot
Blizzard confirms major Diablo 4 Masterworking and Tempering reworks are coming to the PTR in the coming weeks, refining crafting systems and endgame progression for the action RPG.
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October 9, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Blizzard’s next Diablo 4 PTR update is all about fixing the forge.
Masterworking & Tempering are getting a major overhaul with fewer resets and smarter crafting.
Masterworking & Tempering are getting a major overhaul with fewer resets and smarter crafting.
Eorzea just got wilder.
FFXIV Patch 7.35 brings the Pilgrim’s Traverse Deep Dungeon, new quests, and a full Monster Hunter Wilds crossover with exclusive gear and rewards.
FFXIV Patch 7.35 brings the Pilgrim’s Traverse Deep Dungeon, new quests, and a full Monster Hunter Wilds crossover with exclusive gear and rewards.
FFXIV Patch 7.35 Adds Pilgrim’s Traverse Deep Dungeon And Monster Hunter Collab | PC Gaming
FFXIV Patch 7.35 is live, introducing the Pilgrim’s Traverse Deep Dungeon, new Allied Society quests, the Hildibrand Adventures continuation, and the Monster Hunter Wilds crossover event.
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October 9, 2025 at 10:36 AM
Eorzea just got wilder.
FFXIV Patch 7.35 brings the Pilgrim’s Traverse Deep Dungeon, new quests, and a full Monster Hunter Wilds crossover with exclusive gear and rewards.
FFXIV Patch 7.35 brings the Pilgrim’s Traverse Deep Dungeon, new quests, and a full Monster Hunter Wilds crossover with exclusive gear and rewards.
Don’t miss out, Travelers! ✨
Genshin Impact’s Version 6.0 event offering a free 5-star constellation is nearing its halfway point.
Log in, complete your goals, and grab that Stella Fortuna while you still can.
Genshin Impact’s Version 6.0 event offering a free 5-star constellation is nearing its halfway point.
Log in, complete your goals, and grab that Stella Fortuna while you still can.
Reminder: Claim Your Genshin Impact Free 5 Star Constellations Now | PC Gaming Spot
Last chance to qualify for the Genshin Impact free 5 Star constellations event: Version 6.0’s “To Temper Thyself and Journey Far” is now in week 4 of 12.
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October 9, 2025 at 9:40 AM
Don’t miss out, Travelers! ✨
Genshin Impact’s Version 6.0 event offering a free 5-star constellation is nearing its halfway point.
Log in, complete your goals, and grab that Stella Fortuna while you still can.
Genshin Impact’s Version 6.0 event offering a free 5-star constellation is nearing its halfway point.
Log in, complete your goals, and grab that Stella Fortuna while you still can.
Battlefield 6 launches October 10.
Dev says the servers “should be ready” after a massive open beta that peaked at 520,000 players.
Dev says the servers “should be ready” after a massive open beta that peaked at 520,000 players.
Battlefield 6 Launch: Servers “Should Be Ready” As Fans Brace For Opening Weekend | PC Gaming Spot
Battlefield 6 launches October 10, and devs says its servers “should be ready” after a massive and widely successful open beta.
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October 8, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Battlefield 6 launches October 10.
Dev says the servers “should be ready” after a massive open beta that peaked at 520,000 players.
Dev says the servers “should be ready” after a massive open beta that peaked at 520,000 players.
On this day in 1992, Mortal Kombat brought blood, controversy, and style to arcades. Three decades later, it’s still a flawless victory.
Save Point: This Day In Video Game History - Mortal Kombat (1992) | PC Gaming Spot
Today in video game history, Midway's Mortal Kombat fighting game hit arcades on October 8, 1992, shocking players with its digitized fighters and industry-changing controversy brutal Fatalities.
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October 8, 2025 at 2:22 PM
On this day in 1992, Mortal Kombat brought blood, controversy, and style to arcades. Three decades later, it’s still a flawless victory.
AAA is now available in Arrakis.
The latest Dune: Awakening update brings vehicle recovery, base upgrades, and instanced loot.
The latest Dune: Awakening update brings vehicle recovery, base upgrades, and instanced loot.
Dune Awakening Adds Vehicle Recovery, Replace Mode, And Loot Fixes In Latest Update | PC Gaming Spot | PC Gaming Spot
Dune Awakening Patch 1.2.10.0 introduces Vehicle Recovery, a Replace mode for housing, and instanced PvP loot.
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October 8, 2025 at 10:07 AM
AAA is now available in Arrakis.
The latest Dune: Awakening update brings vehicle recovery, base upgrades, and instanced loot.
The latest Dune: Awakening update brings vehicle recovery, base upgrades, and instanced loot.
The Xbox Game Pass DLC discount is gone — replaced by a new rewards system that gives points instead of instant savings.
Comes just days after a major price hike.
Comes just days after a major price hike.
Xbox Game Pass DLC Discount Removed Following Price Hike | PC Gaming Spot
Microsoft has quietly removed the long-standing Xbox Game Pass DLC discount and replaced it with a new rewards points system amid a controversial price hike.
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October 8, 2025 at 9:31 AM
The Xbox Game Pass DLC discount is gone — replaced by a new rewards system that gives points instead of instant savings.
Comes just days after a major price hike.
Comes just days after a major price hike.
After years of “What sword?” jokes, fans are getting answers.
Blizzard confirms the Sword of Sargeras will finally be addressed before World of Warcraft’s Worldsoul Saga ends.
Blizzard confirms the Sword of Sargeras will finally be addressed before World of Warcraft’s Worldsoul Saga ends.
World Of Warcraft Sword Of Sargeras Will Finally Be Addressed Before The Worldsoul Saga Ends | PC Gaming Spot | PC Gaming Spot
Blizzard confirms that the infamous World of Warcraft Sword of Sargeras will finally be addressed before the Worldsoul Saga ends.
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October 8, 2025 at 8:40 AM
After years of “What sword?” jokes, fans are getting answers.
Blizzard confirms the Sword of Sargeras will finally be addressed before World of Warcraft’s Worldsoul Saga ends.
Blizzard confirms the Sword of Sargeras will finally be addressed before World of Warcraft’s Worldsoul Saga ends.
Assassin’s Creed Mirage: Valley of Memory announced as a free DLC, promising new quests, rewards, and a controversial new setting in Saudi Arabia’s AlUla region.
Assassin’s Creed Mirage Valley Of Memory Free DLC Announced | PC Gaming Spot
Assassin’s Creed Mirage Valley of Memory is a free DLC set in Saudi Arabia’s AlUla region, promising new missions, events, and upgrades, but not without controversy.
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October 7, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Assassin’s Creed Mirage: Valley of Memory announced as a free DLC, promising new quests, rewards, and a controversial new setting in Saudi Arabia’s AlUla region.
Today in video game history:
Thirty-two years ago, Ridge Racer hit Japanese arcades and redefined speed, style, and drift.
Thirty-two years ago, Ridge Racer hit Japanese arcades and redefined speed, style, and drift.
Save Point: This Day In Video Game History - Ridge Racer (1993) | PC Gaming Spot
Today in Video Game History, Namco’s Ridge Racer hit Japanese arcades, redefining racing with its smooth 3D graphics and signature drift mechanics.
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October 7, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Today in video game history:
Thirty-two years ago, Ridge Racer hit Japanese arcades and redefined speed, style, and drift.
Thirty-two years ago, Ridge Racer hit Japanese arcades and redefined speed, style, and drift.
The Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 open beta is live with full crossplay, six maps, and a classic no-SBMM playlist that’s pure unranked mayhem.
Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 Open Beta Now Live To All Players With Non-SBMM Playlist | PC Gaming Spot
The Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 open beta is live with crossplay, six maps, and a new non-SBMM playlist that brings back classic chaos ahead of the game’s November 14 release.
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October 7, 2025 at 8:01 AM
The Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 open beta is live with full crossplay, six maps, and a classic no-SBMM playlist that’s pure unranked mayhem.
Throne and Liberty celebrates its first year with Update 3.2.0, adding new events, bug fixes, and a push toward a true seasonal MMO experience.
Throne And Liberty Update 3.2.0 Marks First Anniversary With Events And Balance Changes | PC Gaming Spot
Throne and Liberty Update 3.2.0 marks the MMO’s first anniversary with new events, system updates, and combat balance changes as NCSoft refines its seasonal direction.
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October 7, 2025 at 3:55 AM
Throne and Liberty celebrates its first year with Update 3.2.0, adding new events, bug fixes, and a push toward a true seasonal MMO experience.
Darkness descends on Aeternum. 🩸
New World: Nighthaven drops this November, adding vampires, new systems, and a gothic zone unlike anything before.
New World: Nighthaven drops this November, adding vampires, new systems, and a gothic zone unlike anything before.
New World Nighthaven Expansion Launches October 13 | PC Gaming Spot
New World Nighthaven arrives October 13 with a new zone, level 70 cap, 3-player Catacombs, and 10-player Isle of Night raid. Here’s what’s changing.
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October 6, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Darkness descends on Aeternum. 🩸
New World: Nighthaven drops this November, adding vampires, new systems, and a gothic zone unlike anything before.
New World: Nighthaven drops this November, adding vampires, new systems, and a gothic zone unlike anything before.
Today in video game history, we look back at Tactics Ogre — the 1995 tactical RPG that set the standard for the genre and inspired everything from Final Fantasy Tactics to FFXIV.
Save Point: This Day In Video Game History | PC Gaming Spot
Today in video game history, we look back at Tactics Ogre, the 1995 tactical RPG that redefined strategy and storytelling for an entire genre.
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October 6, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Today in video game history, we look back at Tactics Ogre — the 1995 tactical RPG that set the standard for the genre and inspired everything from Final Fantasy Tactics to FFXIV.
Call of Duty Warzone expands Resurgence with Haven’s Hollow, a vibrant new map set in Liberty Falls. Verdansk stays, perks shift, and loadouts change alongside Call of Duty Black Ops 7 launch.
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Call Of Duty Warzone Adds New Resurgence Map, Keeps Verdansk At The Heart Of Warzone | PC Gaming Spot
Call of Duty Warzone adds the new Haven’s Hollow Resurgence map while keeping Verdansk front and center. See what’s changing with maps, perks, and loadouts.
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October 2, 2025 at 3:50 AM
Call of Duty Warzone expands Resurgence with Haven’s Hollow, a vibrant new map set in Liberty Falls. Verdansk stays, perks shift, and loadouts change alongside Call of Duty Black Ops 7 launch.
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Battlefield 6 Season 1 roadmap revealed:
Blackwell Fields, Eastwood, Ice Lock, new weapons, and more rolling out free from Oct 28 to Dec 9.
Blackwell Fields, Eastwood, Ice Lock, new weapons, and more rolling out free from Oct 28 to Dec 9.
Battlefield 6 Season 1 Roadmap Reveals Free Maps, Modes, And Weapons | PC Gaming Spot
Battlefield 6 Season 1 roadmap brings free maps, modes, weapons, and events starting October 28. Here’s everything confirmed ahead of the game’s October 10 launch.
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October 2, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Battlefield 6 Season 1 roadmap revealed:
Blackwell Fields, Eastwood, Ice Lock, new weapons, and more rolling out free from Oct 28 to Dec 9.
Blackwell Fields, Eastwood, Ice Lock, new weapons, and more rolling out free from Oct 28 to Dec 9.
KPop Demon Hunters are hitting the Fortnite island October 2.
Suit up as Rumi, Mira, and Zoey and take on demons in the new Demon Rush mode.
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Suit up as Rumi, Mira, and Zoey and take on demons in the new Demon Rush mode.
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Fortnite KPop Demon Hunters Crossover Brings Rumi, Mira, And Zoey With Demon Rush Mode | PC Gaming Spot
Fortnite KPop Demon Hunters crossover arrives October 2 with Rumi, Mira, and Zoey skins plus Demon Rush, a new limited-time version of Horde Rush mode.
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September 30, 2025 at 11:41 PM
KPop Demon Hunters are hitting the Fortnite island October 2.
Suit up as Rumi, Mira, and Zoey and take on demons in the new Demon Rush mode.
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Suit up as Rumi, Mira, and Zoey and take on demons in the new Demon Rush mode.
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Steam Autumn Sale 2025 is here earlier than usual.
Final Fantasy 7, Monster Hunter, Diablo 4, Hogwarts Legacy, and more are heavily discounted until October 6.
Final Fantasy 7, Monster Hunter, Diablo 4, Hogwarts Legacy, and more are heavily discounted until October 6.
Steam Autumn Sale 2025 Brings Huge Discounts On Final Fantasy 7, Diablo 4, And More | PC Gaming Spot
Steam Autumn Sale 2025 is live with big discounts on Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth, Diablo 4, Hogwarts Legacy, Baldur’s Gate 3, and more until October 6.
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September 30, 2025 at 5:36 AM
Steam Autumn Sale 2025 is here earlier than usual.
Final Fantasy 7, Monster Hunter, Diablo 4, Hogwarts Legacy, and more are heavily discounted until October 6.
Final Fantasy 7, Monster Hunter, Diablo 4, Hogwarts Legacy, and more are heavily discounted until October 6.
EA Acquisition confirmed.
A $55B buyout takes EA private—leaving big questions about the future of its games, studios, and monetization.
A $55B buyout takes EA private—leaving big questions about the future of its games, studios, and monetization.
EA Acquisition: $55 Billion Buyout Sparks Questions About Its Future | PC Gaming Spot
EA acquisition sees the video game publishing giant go private in a $55 billion buyout, raising uncertainty about its games, studios, and long-term direction.
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September 29, 2025 at 3:31 PM
EA Acquisition confirmed.
A $55B buyout takes EA private—leaving big questions about the future of its games, studios, and monetization.
A $55B buyout takes EA private—leaving big questions about the future of its games, studios, and monetization.
Borderlands 4’s first DLC Vault Hunter, C4SH, is coming in 2026.
Meanwhile, PC players are stuck with stuttering and performance issues after last week’s patch.
Meanwhile, PC players are stuck with stuttering and performance issues after last week’s patch.
Borderlands 4 DLC Reveal Teases New Vault Hunter C4SH Amid Performance Complaints | PC Gaming Spot
2K Games teases Borderlands 4 DLC Vault Hunter C4SH coming in 2026, as PC players struggle with more stuttering and performance problems after the latest patch.
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September 29, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Borderlands 4’s first DLC Vault Hunter, C4SH, is coming in 2026.
Meanwhile, PC players are stuck with stuttering and performance issues after last week’s patch.
Meanwhile, PC players are stuck with stuttering and performance issues after last week’s patch.
Battlefield 6 drops a live-action trailer that nukes Hollywood cameos and roasts Call of Duty, just weeks before its October 10 launch.
Battlefield 6 Live Action Trailer Blows Up Celebrities Ahead Of October 10 Launch | PC Gaming Spot
New Battlefield 6 live action trailer shows EA blowing up celebrities, taking aim at Call of Duty, ahead of its October 10 launch date.
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September 29, 2025 at 1:27 PM
Battlefield 6 drops a live-action trailer that nukes Hollywood cameos and roasts Call of Duty, just weeks before its October 10 launch.