Perplexity trusts GPT-6 Astra with end-to-end systems
Perplexity integrates OpenAI’s GPT-6 Astra to enhance code generation, testing, and system monitoring, improving search accuracy and operational efficiency.
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September 2026 archive · page 41
Source-linked briefings published in September 2026. Page 41 of 57: briefings 1201-1230, published Sep 12, 2026 to Sep 14, 2026.
Mission Efficiency
Volkswagen unveiled the Mission Efficiency prototype, setting three world records for efficiency using near-production electric vehicle technology and standard components.
Millions of people to benefit from simpler, more secure way to sign in to government services
The UK government is rolling out passkeys for GOV.UK One Login, enabling faster and more secure access to public services without passwords.
UK and US fusion strike partnership to accelerate clean energy
The UK and US will sign agreements at the Global Fusion Summit to collaborate on fusion energy regulation, AI, computing, and commercial development, aiming to accelerate clean energy progress and job creation.
Warcraft 3: Reforged adds always-online requirement, removes LAN mode
Warcraft 3: Reforged’s latest update mandates an always-online connection for singleplayer and removes LAN mode, despite legacy client support remaining.
World of Warcraft Forever hype dampened by $30 elves: New Skyborne race locked behind expansion-tier purchase
World of Warcraft: Forever includes most new content in the base subscription but locks the Skyborne Elf race behind a $30 separate purchase, sparking debate over its value.
The Greatest Video Game Franchises of the 20th Century, Ranked
A ranking of the 20th century’s most influential video game franchises highlights their cultural and industry impact across platforms and genres.
StarCraft is a narrative-driven shooter with 'a definitive ending' and 'not a seasonal game'
Blizzard’s StarCraft reboot is a narrative-driven open-world shooter with a definitive ending, not a seasonal multiplayer game, GM Dan Hay confirmed after its BlizzCon reveal.
Fallout dev Tim Cain says the games industry's volatility is 'always gonna be around': 'What's happening now isn't novel, it isn't new'
Fallout co-creator Tim Cain argues the games industry’s volatility is cyclical, not unprecedented, amid layoffs and consolidation driven by post-COVID corrections and AI-driven costs.
YouTuber runs onto the stage at Roblox Developers Conference shouting 'We deserve better,' gets tackled and ejected from show
A YouTuber interrupted Roblox’s 2026 Developers Conference in San Jose, shouting about child safety before being tackled and removed from the event.
Moss developer Polyarc share that they're shutting down just two months after releasing a VR-less port of the beloved mousey adventure games
Polyarc, the studio behind the Moss series, announced its closure just two months after releasing a VR-free port of its mouse adventure games.
My favourite soundtrack of 2026 so far is tucked in one of this year's biggest sleeper hits
The soundtrack of 2026’s *Big Walk* by Australian duo aksfx has captivated players with its ethereal, sporadic compositions, enhancing the game’s co-op experience through immersive radio stations and portable audio.
After more than 400 hours of Valheim in early access, I love the journey from naked adventurer to godly Viking now more than ever
The Viking survival game Valheim has released its 1.0 update, introducing the Deep North biome and improvements that streamline progression and building.
I've got a soft spot for cozy games with flying in them and these are my 4 favorites
A writer highlights four cozy games featuring true flight mechanics, praising their freedom and exploration over gliding.
Inzoi's director says he is 'very much focused on our core goals' as he announces a multiplayer roleplaying mode designed to be like Ready Player One
Inzoi’s director announced a new multiplayer roleplaying mode, Canvastown, inspired by Ready Player One, allowing players to create and roleplay as a single character in an online shared space.
Peacock’s Friday the 13th Prequel Is Already Looking Like a Must-Watch
Peacock’s Friday the 13th prequel series, premiering October 15, offers a new origin story for Jason Voorhees, blending classic horror gore with psychological tension in eight episodes.
Ashly Burch, voice of Horizon's Aloy and star of Mythic Quest, is currently obsessed with Slay the Spire 2 and thinks videogames have too many stoic characters:
Actor Ashly Burch discusses her gaming habits, preferences for detective and cozy games, and critiques the lack of diversity in video game character writing.
Upcoming vampire RPG Nighthawks has been removed from Steam search and delisted in certain countries as Valve classifies it Adults Only: 'It's very bad news for
Valve’s Adults Only label has removed vampire RPG Nighthawks from Steam search and delisted it in countries like Germany, despite developer claims of mild content.
As an OG Crazy Taxi lover, its new remake might just not be crazy enough
A reviewer finds Sega’s *Crazy Taxi: World Tour* remake lacks the charm and handling of the original, despite new side quests and real-world locations.
Guterres: Old global order must change as power shifts to emerging economies
UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged emerging economies to reform global institutions, including the UN Security Council, to reflect current geopolitical realities and ensure inclusive growth.
Married at 13, pregnant and starving: Child brides of Yemen
Child marriage and malnutrition in Yemen are driving severe health risks for pregnant girls and women, with UN agencies warning of rising maternal mortality and infant vulnerability.
This remarkable mod transforms the most frightening horror game of the decade into Mirror's Edge
A modder transformed the horror game Amnesia: The Bunker into a Mirror's Edge-style free-running experience, blending stark visual contrasts and parkour mechanics while retaining the original monster chase.
Prime Video's Reacher Is Officially Returning Next Month After a Stellar Season 4
Prime Video’s Reacher will return for season 5 while fans can dive into a new novel, Chain Reaction, arriving October 20, 2026, bridging the gap between the show and the books.
Beneath a Steel Sky review (1994)
PC Gamer revisits the 1994 point-and-click adventure *Beneath a Steel Sky*, a dystopian sci-fi title co-developed with artist Dave Gibbons, praised for its narrative and art despite tonal inconsistencies.
GTA 6 Is About to Totally Reinvent One of the Best Experiences in Video Games
Rockstar’s GTA 6 introduces a layered car theft system with tools, security tiers, and selling options, departing from GTA 5’s simplified approach.
Why is Blizzard still announcing games years ahead of release? 'We want to convey confidence in some of our biggest bets coming forward'
Blizzard defends announcing games years ahead to signal confidence in major titles, despite industry skepticism about delays and hype cycles.
Playing RTS with a controller? Total War: Warhammer 40,000 dev says it 'really does work' in their game: 'I think we've landed in a really solid spot'
Total War: Warhammer 40,000’s developer argues controller play for RTS games is viable, citing their ongoing refinement of the approach ahead of the console release.
Hyundai Motor Group Accelerates Autonomous Driving Innovation with AI-Powered Data Flywheel
Hyundai Motor Group activated its Data Flywheel to accelerate autonomous driving development by linking real-world data, AI training, and vehicle deployment in a continuous improvement cycle.
Diablo 5 gameplay details from BlizzCon: More classes than ever before, procedurally-generated dungeons, and Diablo 2-style loot
Blizzard revealed Diablo 5 details at BlizzCon 2026, promising more classes, procedurally-generated dungeons, and Diablo 2-style loot for a 2029 release.
Funding secured for excavation to unlock secrets of Bronze Age Flag Fen site
A £700,000 grant will fund a new excavation at Flag Fen, a Bronze Age site near Peterborough, to preserve its 3,500-year-old timber causeway and platform threatened by groundwater changes.