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GTA 6 Leak Triggers Cyberleek Push Against Digital Pre-Orders
gaming7 days ago

GTA 6 Leak Triggers Cyberleek Push Against Digital Pre-Orders

A hacker group called Cyberleek claims responsibility for GTA 6 footage leaks as a protest against digital pre-orders and what it calls anti-consumer monetization practices. The group published a manifesto criticizing digital licenses, ‘fake’ single-player DLC, and the lack of offline fallbacks, demanding publishers end pre-release digital pre-orders and instead press discs for revenue. The leaks target Rockstar due to its high profile, and while the group vows further disruption until publishers issue public apologies, Rockstar has not publicly responded yet.

GTA 6 Preorders Could Foot Much of Its Budget, Analyst Says
gaming12 days ago

GTA 6 Preorders Could Foot Much of Its Budget, Analyst Says

Sensor Tower estimates GTA 6 could reach about 25 million preorders by launch, potentially generating around $2 billion in revenue and helping cover development costs and much of marketing. Take-Two hasn’t disclosed a budget, but the game’s $100 Ultimate Edition is packed with items to drive higher spend, with preorders expected to surge in the final weeks before release. GTA 6 hits PS5 and Xbox Series X|S on November 19, and industry watchers expect it to be 2026’s biggest title, possibly receiving another boost from a new evolution of GTA Online.

GTA 6 Preorders Lean Heavily to the $100 Ultimate Edition, Sensor Tower Finds
technology12 days ago

GTA 6 Preorders Lean Heavily to the $100 Ultimate Edition, Sensor Tower Finds

Sensor Tower reports that 89% of GTA6 preorders are for the $100 Ultimate Edition rather than the $80 standard edition, with about 90% of Xbox buyers and 88.5% of PlayStation buyers choosing the premium SKU. Analysts say this unusually high premium share is driven by the added content and perks, and while it may soften as more casual players buy in, it should stay well above the industry norm.

EB Games Walks Back Pokemon 30th Anniversary TCG Prices, Framing Plan as Scalper Deterrence
gaming1 month ago

EB Games Walks Back Pokemon 30th Anniversary TCG Prices, Framing Plan as Scalper Deterrence

EB Games Australia says its Pokemon TCG 30th Anniversary pricing was deliberate to deter scalpers and benefit fans. The retailer will review all preorders, cancel those not meeting purchasing policies, and run a final preorder release composed of cancellations. The final Pokemon 30th Celebration prices will match the Pitch Black pricing, and genuine preorders already placed will automatically move to this price when the final preorder goes live in a few weeks.

Steam Machine Reservations Rally on eBay as Scalpers Price Up to $2.9K
technology1 month ago

Steam Machine Reservations Rally on eBay as Scalpers Price Up to $2.9K

Scalpers are already listing Steam Machine reservations on eBay for $2,700–$2,899, roughly 2–2.5x Valve's official price, before the June 29, 2026 ship date. The 2 TB versions are being sold around $1,349–$1,400, and some buyers have paid these inflated sums. With limited supply, the resale market is thriving, though building a high-end PC (~$2,000) offers markedly better performance.

Xbox pushes back on GTA 6 preorder hype, saying affiliate data isn’t real preorder data
gaming1 month ago

Xbox pushes back on GTA 6 preorder hype, saying affiliate data isn’t real preorder data

Xbox disputed IGN’s claim that PS5 leads GTA 6 preorders 8-to-1, stressing that affiliate-click data does not reflect actual preorder numbers and urging reliance on official sales data once released. The piece notes the broader, volatile console market and cautions against drawing broad conclusions from affiliate metrics, while also providing context on upcoming Xbox price increases as a sales environment backdrop.

Commodore Cuts Price on Retro Callback 8020 Ahead of Preorders
technology2 months ago

Commodore Cuts Price on Retro Callback 8020 Ahead of Preorders

Commodore has reduced the starting price of its privacy-focused retro flip phone, the Callback 8020, from $500 to $399 for four color variants. The Founders Edition remains $640. To achieve the lower price, baseline models will exclude Hi-Def IEM earphones and will ship with a secondhand memory chip, though earphone and memory upgrades will be available, and all models retain a one-year warranty. Preorders begin June 30, 2026.

Steam Controller Deliveries Stretch to 2027 Amid Persistent Shortage
technology2 months ago

Steam Controller Deliveries Stretch to 2027 Amid Persistent Shortage

Valve says Steam Controller demand outpaced production, with new orders not expected to ship until 2027. Current estimates show existing orders might be fulfilled in September 2026 or December 2026, and new orders could arrive in 2027; customers should check Steam’s order page for updates. The controller is Steam-exclusive, as Valve also pushes other hardware like Steam Machine and Steam Frame this summer.

Kingdom Hearts I-III Collection Lands on PS5, Switch 2, and More with October Release
gaming2 months ago

Kingdom Hearts I-III Collection Lands on PS5, Switch 2, and More with October Release

Preorders are live for Kingdom Hearts Collection I-III, a definitive HD compilation of the entire saga releasing October 8 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC with all included games and DLC. The package adds platform-exclusive Keyblade skins (Switch 2: Long Night; PS5: Midnight Blue), and physical editions include a reversible inlay. Switch 2 marks the first native KH release on that console, with the Switch 2 physical edition as a Game-Key Card requiring a ~128GB download. No physical Xbox edition has been announced, and the Switch cloud versions have been replaced by the native Switch 2 release.

Control Resonant's 48-Hour PS5 Early Access Sparks Pre-Order Debate
gaming2 months ago

Control Resonant's 48-Hour PS5 Early Access Sparks Pre-Order Debate

At State of Play, Control Resonant was confirmed for a Sept. 24, 2026 launch. Buying the Digital Deluxe Edition grants 48 hours of early access from Sept. 22, but only on PS5, with no equivalent early access on PC or Xbox Series X|S. The PS5-exclusive head start has sparked debate about platform gatekeeping and the direction of preorder incentives, even though the price is the same across platforms and the two-day window may influence release-era scheduling.

Trump Mobile faces potential data exposure in preorder system
technology3 months ago

Trump Mobile faces potential data exposure in preorder system

Trump Mobile says a security flaw on its site may have exposed the personal details of about 27,000 customers who submitted preorder forms, including names, addresses and phone numbers, though there’s no evidence of payment data being compromised; the company is working with cybersecurity professionals, adding safeguards, and weighing notification obligations as investigators review the scope after the issue was flagged by an Australian programmer.

GTA 6 Preorder Rumors Fall Flat Again
gaming3 months ago

GTA 6 Preorder Rumors Fall Flat Again

Rumors that Grand Theft Auto 6 preorders would begin on May 18 circulated via Best Buy affiliate emails and fan chatter about a new trailer, but sources including an unofficial GTA forum and a European distributor say there are no preorders yet. Take-Two’s upcoming May 21 earnings and the planned summer marketing push may bring official details, but for now there’s no confirmed preorder window or trailer date."

Trump Mobile T1 Begins Shipping to Preorders This Week
technology3 months ago

Trump Mobile T1 Begins Shipping to Preorders This Week

Trump Mobile says the T1 smartphone will start shipping this week to customers who preordered after months of production delays, with updates going to accounts and a $499 promotional price (backed by a $100 deposit). The device has undergone multiple redesigns, final assembly reportedly in Florida, and the company has moved away from a strict 'made in the US' claim, framing it around American values in design amid ongoing manufacturing challenges.

GTA 6 Pre-Order Hype Reignites After Best Buy Email Clue
gaming3 months ago

GTA 6 Pre-Order Hype Reignites After Best Buy Email Clue

GTA fans have sparked a fresh pre-order conspiracy after Best Buy affiliates reported an email hinting at a GTA 6 pre-order campaign running May 18–21. The email’s authenticity is real, but it’s unclear if it reflects an official Rockstar plan or is automated promotional activity tied to an earnings window. No official pre-order or Trailer 3 has been announced, so fans remain speculative while waiting for confirmation on physical versus digital copies.

Black Flag Resynced Preorders Open With Collector’s Edition
gaming4 months ago

Black Flag Resynced Preorders Open With Collector’s Edition

Ubisoft opened preorders for Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced, a faithful remake releasing July 9 on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, with Standard ($60), Digital Deluxe ($70), and Collector's Edition ($200); all versions include Blackbeard's Crimson Pack, while the Deluxe adds extra DLC (Master Assassin Character and Naval Packs) and the Collector's Edition bundles physical items like a steelbook, Edward Kenway statue, world map, and logbook replica; Ubisoft+ will offer day-one access as well.