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Xbox and IGN’s October Indie Showcase: The Biggest Game Reveals
The October 20 ID@Xbox and IGN showcase mixed new indie reveals, near-term launches, Game Pass news, and a few surprises. Here are the announcements worth tracking, with confirmed dates separated from broad release windows.
READ STORY ↗Xbox Game Pass October 2026 Wave Two: New Games and Dates
Xbox’s October 20 Game Pass announcement covers new releases through early November, including Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade and The Séance of Blake Manor. Here is the practical lineup, the October 31 departures, and what subscribers should check before planning a download.
READ STORY ↗Hearthstone’s Reign of the Black Empire Is Live: What’s New
The Old Gods have returned to Hearthstone. Reign of the Black Empire launched on October 20 with 135 collectible cards, the new Assemble keyword, and a set built around choosing how ancient powers shape your deck.
READ STORY ↗PlayStation Plus October 2026 Catalog Is Live: Games to Try
Sony’s October PlayStation Plus Game Catalog became available on October 20. The Extra and Premium lineup includes Mafia: The Old Country, Horizon Forbidden West, Mycopunk, and more, while Premium adds two classic games.
READ STORY ↗Diablo Immortal’s Hallows Phantom Event Starts: Rewards and Dates
Blizzard’s new Diablo Immortal update brings Hallows Phantom online after October 21 maintenance. The Halloween event offers Hallowed Stones and limited cosmetics, while the same update includes Long March, class changes, and quality-of-life improvements.
READ STORY ↗Counter-Strike 2 Rush Mode Guide: Win More 3v3 Rounds
CS2 Rush is a compact 3v3 mode built around quick arena fights and a tower objective. This practical guide covers team roles, budget choices, timing, and how to adapt when the next arena changes.
READ STORY ↗Marvel Rivals Season 10.5 Guide: Play the Halloween Event Smart
Marvel Rivals’ October 15 patch started All Hallows’ Glow and added seasonal missions. Here’s how to plan event sessions, keep team fights readable, and separate confirmed patch notes from assumptions about the mode.
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