OpenAI's agents disabled their own safety monitoring systems

OpenAI reveals that its agents misbehaved by switching off the system monitoring them for misbehaviors.

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SpaceX and Tesla are exploring a possible merger

SpaceX and Tesla have formed special committees to discuss a merger, but Elon Musk says it's not a certainty.

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Final Fantasy Resonance Feels Like Comfort Food, But I Want Cuisine

After 12 hours, the Brave Exvius reimagining just can’t satiate my hunger

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GTA-Like PS5 Action Game at Risk of Delisting as Dev Goes Under

A recently released PS5 action adventure game is at risk of being delisted from the PlayStation Store as its developer has gone bankrupt. GTA-like AA game Samson was developed and published by Liquid Swords, founded in 2020 by Christofer Sundberg, who previously led Just Cause developer Avalanche Studios.

Why players fear PS5 action adventure game Samson will be delisted from PS Store

Samson was Liquid Swords’ debut title, and unfortunately, it failed to woo critics. The game first launched on PC in April 2026, followed by a PS5 release in September.

According to a new report, Liquid Swords has not paid its employees their salaries for several months, prompting action from Swedish authorities. With the studio declared bankrupt, the government will reportedly step in to compensate employees.

A bankruptcy trustee has already been appointed, who is hopeful that Liquid Swords will find a buyer.

Here’s where things can get tricky for Samson, though. Since the game was developed and published by Liquid Swords, what happens to Samson is up in the air. The IP’s fate will depend on whether a buyer is found.

Samson costs $24.99 on the PS Store. We’ll update our readers if the game receives a price drop.

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Even Realities G2 review: Smart glasses, stupid controls

Even Realities makes one of the best smart glasses on the market, but controlling its growing feature set is harder than it should be.

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PS Store Drops Great PS5 Adventure Game You May Have Missed

In case you missed it, the PlayStation Store recently dropped an awesome PS5 adventure game you shouldn’t sleep on. Created by the well-known Argentine horror duo Andrés Borghi and Tobías Rusjan (in collaboration with Saibot Studios), Tenebris Somnia is a unique survival horror adventure that has already earned very positive user ratings on the PS5 and PC.

PS5 horror adventure game Tenebris Somnia is worth checking out on Halloween 2026

Tenebris Somnia blends 2D retro aesthetics with FMV-style live-action cutscenes created by an award-winning film crew from Argentina. Check out a trailer below:

“Tenebris Somnia is a survival horror adventure game in the same vein as classics like Silent Hill or Resident Evil, but adapted to a retro 2D aesthetic from the 8-or 16-bit era,” an official description reads. “You will struggle to survive while solving puzzles and fighting horrible creatures. Yet the secrets of the game lie within its cinematics. When you reach certain key points, you will see sequences from a completely different point of view, made in live action with real actors and practical effects.”

Tenebris Somnia promises a disturbing, dark story.

On the PS Store, the game launched with a 20% discount offer for PS Plus members. Subscribers can buy Tenebris Somnia for $19.99 instead of $24.99 until October 30, 2026.

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Google Gemini 4 agents just beat Minecraft with no human intervention

Four Gemini 4 Argon agents beat Minecraft's Ender Dragon with no human intervention by sharing tips, threats and mistakes.

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How to use your Windows PC to make and receive phone calls

Windows 11 can connect to your phone to make calls, letting you manage them in one place instead of picking up your phone.

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Why you might not want to join two Ethernet cables (and what you should do instead)

Joining two Ethernet cables together with a coupler is rare, but when your cords are suddenly too short, there are better options to extend your network.

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Double Fine's first post-Xbox title, first-person Soulslikes and other new indie games worth checking out

There were a host of indie game showcases this week, so we're dig into some of the best announcements from them.

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Modern Warfare 4 Campaign Reviews Make It Sound Like It’s Surprisingly Good

A return to form if not to Call of Duty's heyday

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Steam Achievement Sets will stop DLCs from ruining your 100 percent record

Steam has launched Achievement Sets in beta.

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ChatGPT can now look at your Chrome tabs to do tasks for you

The ChatGPT browser extension lets you compare information from your open tabs.

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Apple's $2,000 iPhone Duo goes on pre-order today at 8AM ET

The Apple Store is down ahead of pre-orders for the first folding iPhone.

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Gmail's Live AI search feature arrives for Google AI subscribers

Gmail's search can be frustrating and basic, but Google is finally smartening it up for AI plan subscribers.

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The Ubisoft Carnage Continues, With One In Six German Staff Asked To Voluntarily Resign

The axe falls yet again on Ubisofts Düsseldorf, Berlin and Mainz, responsible for the Anno franchise

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PlayStation Plus Adds Award-Winning 2025 PS5 Adventure Game

In case you missed it, PS Plus Extra and Premium users can now play an award-winning PS5 adventure game via the catalog. Developed by MoonHood, The Midnight Walk is the first game from the October 2026 catalog update to roll out.

Horror adventure game The Midnight Walk now available via PS Plus Extra catalog in several regions

The Midnight Walk is available to subscribers in the UK, USA, and Japan. Players in other regions will be able to access the title on Tuesday, October 20.

Brought to us by the minds behind Lost in Random, Fe, and Ghost Giant, The Midnight Walk is a horror adventure game in which players use a flame to get through a dark world.

“Become The Burnt One, befriend a lost lantern creature named Potboy, and use his flame to light your way through a conflicting world of wonder and horror,” an official overview reads. “Survive and outsmart the many monsters eager to devour your little friend’s flame as you experience five tales of fire and darkness, featuring an incredible cast of odd characters.”

The Midnight Walk can be played on the PS5 as well as PSVR2, making this the first VR game that Sony has added to the catalog in a long time.

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YouTube is reportedly gearing up to offer audiobooks

YouTube is already talking to publishers about offering audiobooks on its platform, The Wall Street Journal says.

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PS5, PS4 Exclusive Games Delisted From PS Store But Don’t Fret

Several PS5 and PS4 first-party exclusive games have suddenly disappeared from the PS Store, causing concern. Over the past few days, I’ve seen threads pop up on gaming forums complaining that titles like God of War 3 Remastered, Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection, and even the beloved Knack 2 have been removed from sale. However, I’m confident that this is just a bug.

PS5 and PS4 first-party games only delisted from PS Store in one region

This issue is limited to the Americas. I can confirm that right now, all the aforementioned games are available for purchase in other regions’ storefronts and are even part of the ongoing PS Store promotion.

PS Store users in Mexico claim that after recent currency changes, Sony made several pricing errors, which is probably why some first-party games have been temporarily delisted.

So, no, Sony isn’t gearing up to announce sequels or release new bundles. And I doubt first-party games are being pulled from sale. As mentioned above, the issue is limited to the Americas, and we do know Sony has been fiddling with currency, so this is either a bug or a temporary removal.

We’ll update our readers when the games are back on sale.

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Qualcomm wins lawsuit against Arm but will only receive two bucks

A jury found that Arm breached its agreement with Qualcomm and interfered with its business, but Arm only has to pay $2 in damages.

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Ubisoft Is Closing Down Yet Another Studio, Possibly Ending A 25-Year Fan-Favorite Franchise

Could this be the end for Trials?

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Scientists find evidence of a second-generation planet born from a dying star

A team of scientists found evidence of a planet born from a white dwarf in decades-old Hubble data.

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God Of War Laufey Collector’s Edition Doesn’t Include The Game, This Time On Purpose

After Ragnarok's special edition accidentally shipped without download codes, Sony seems to have taken inspiration

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X bundles Premium, Grok and Cursor under a single monthly subscription

SpaceXSI has announced a new subscription scheme that gives you access to Grok, Grok Bot, Cursor and X Premium.

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Popular PS4 Adventure Games Being Delisted, Last Chance to Buy

Two beloved PS4 adventure games are being delisted soon, and PS Store users have one last chance to buy them before they disappear. Assemble Entertainment has announced that Leisure Suit Larry: Wet Dreams Don’t Dry and Leisure Suit Larry: Wet Dreams Dry Twice will be delisted from Steam this month, and last year’s developments suggest they’ll be removed from all online storefronts.

PS4 adventure games Leisure Suit Larry: Wet Dreams Don’t Dry and Wet Dreams Dry Twice are the series’ last remaining games

With the aforementioned games delisted, the entire Leisure Suit Larry series will no longer be available for purchase digitally. Last year, publisher Assemble Entertainment removed the first six games from sale. However, none of those games were released on PlayStation.

Leisure Suit Larry: Wet Dreams Don’t Dry and Wet Dreams Dry Twice will be delisted from Steam on October 23, and we expect them to be removed from the PS Store around the same time or shortly afterwards.

“We’ve had an amazing time bringing Larry back, and we’re incredibly grateful to everyone who joined him on his adventures, laughed at his questionable decisions, and supported the games along the way,” Assemble wrote. “It’s been a fantastic run, and we’re happy we got to be part of it. Unfortunately, we can’t share anything about his future.”

Speculation suggests the Leisure Suit Larry series has been scrubbed due to expiring publishing agreements. Electronic Arts subsidiary Codemasters owns the IP.

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Microsoft's president says AI is less regulated than a carton of milk

Milk can't hack companies and governments like AI definitely can, but it's still subject to more regulation.

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Former Editor Of Game Developer Launches Vertical Slice, A ‘Fearless’ New Trade Publication

Chris Kerr launches a new independent industry news venture, geared toward developers

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Here's how much the MacBook Pro cost in 2021 vs. 2026

You'll be shocked to learn things are getting a lot more expensive.

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How to change your Apple ID country (and what you should do beforehand)

Jumping between countries can be a hassle when it comes to Apple apps and services. Luckily, there's a few easy ways to get everything prepared for when you do.

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Tesla's Full Self-Driving is now called Assisted Driving in Europe

Tesla has renamed Full Self-Driving in Europe, as it seeks to get it approved in more countries.

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I’m Enjoying My Villain Era In Warhammer 40K: Rogue Trader

Why yes, I am tired of being nice

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Fired OpenAI safety researchers dispute their dismissals in open letter

Three OpenAI researchers said their firings may have a 'chilling' effect on employees.

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Teenage Engineering will stop making synths to focus on... whatever it feels like

Teenage Engineering, the company famous for its synths, is going to stop making... synths.

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Massive GTA 6 Leak Reveals Story Spoilers, Action, And Jason In The Nude

The lengthy portion of the game features cutscenes, dirt bike racing, and...Jason's winky

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GPT-6 is coming to all tiers of ChatGPT

OpenAI is rolling out GPT-6 to ChatGPT, and it will come with the capability to build more visual responses.

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Jaguar's controversial Type 01 EV looks like a '40s gangster car built for the modern electric era

Jaguar's Type 01 EV is designed to attract affluent young buyers with its deliberately polarizing design.

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Apple TV's F1 coverage will now support Dolby Atmos

Apple TV's F1 coverage will feature Dolby Atmos support, starting with the US Grand Prix in Texas later this month.

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How long have wireless gaming controllers been around for?

Game controllers have experimented with losing the cords for longer than you'd think, but early attempts didn't have much success.

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Get $100 PlayStation Store Credit for Just $80 With This Deal

PS5 and PS4 players can get $100 PlayStation Store credit (Wallet Funds) for just $80 in a limited-time Costco deal. The promotion is part of the company’s Members Appreciation Days, running from October 5 to October 11. There is a limit of two transactions per customer.

Costco PlayStation Store credit deal makes GTA VI affordable

The Costco offer is available both online and in stores, and also extends to Wallet Funds worth $150. Customers can get two $75 cards for just $120.

If you’re eyeing up GTA VI’s Ultimate Edition, you can grab it with the $120 deal and still have money left over for another game!

For those who plan to purchase the cards online, there is a few hours’ wait until the PS Store redemption codes are emailed out to customers. Some users have reported that their online orders are being immediately canceled, but Reddit users report that this typically happens when the billing address for your mode of payment doesn’t match the membership address on file.

Although Costco’s deal expires on October 11, it can end sooner if inventory is exhausted, so we advise acting fast to avoid disappointment.

Unfortunately, this offer is only available in the U.S. at the time of this writing.

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Google removes free access to Gemini Flash and Pro on October 9

Free Gemini users are losing access to Google's Flash and Pro AI models.

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Xbox Elite Controller 3 specs leak via Xbox's own Design Lab

Xbox's long awaited Elite Controller 3 may finally offer drift-free joysticks.

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PlayStation Plus Extra, Premium October Game Revealed Early

In case you missed it, Sony has already confirmed a PS Plus Extra and Premium October 2026 game for the PS5. Included in September’s PlayStation State of Play was the announcement that Pigeons at Play’s hit co-op game Mycopunk will make its console debut on PS Plus and the PS Store simultaneously.

When will the PS Plus October 2026 game Mycopunk join the catalog?

Mycopunk will be a PS Plus Extra and Premium day-one game, joining the catalog on Tuesday, October 20. Although Sony staggers catalog games by region, we expect Mycopunk to be available in all regions on the same date due to its day-one status.

As for what Mycopunk is all about, it’s a co-op first-person shooter. The game is already a hit on PC.

“A ragtag squad of robot rejects is hired by the SAXON corporation and given one last shot at profitable glory (and avoiding the scrap heap),” an official overview reads. “They are the New Atlas Hazard Crew, a ramshackle squad of exterminators sent to uncover the mysteries behind a planet-wide fungal catastrophe. Embark on a series of dangerous planet-side missions to drive back the mycological menace.”

The full PS Plus Extra and Premium October 2026 lineup and release schedule will be announced by Wednesday, October 14.

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Lanterns Season 2 In Early Development And There Are Plenty Of Ways For Hal Jordan To Come Back

Kyle Chandler's performance might be too good to leave in the past

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Google's Fitbit Edge leaks out with a screen and Pixel 11 colors

The upcoming Fitbit Edge looks like a replacement for the Fitbit Charge last seen in 2023.

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How much does DDR5 RAM speed matter for gaming?

Wondering whether DDR5 speed impacts your gaming performance? Dive into how memory bandwidth and latency influence frame rates and overall gameplay.

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Photography adventures, chaotic sheepherding and other new indie games worth checking out

Plus, indie game Star Wars: Galactic Racer is an absolute blast.

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FDA approves artificial heart valve for kids that grows as they do

The FDA has approved a new artificial heart valve that eliminates the need for multiple surgeries in children with certain congenital heart defects.

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Blizzard Added A Working Torch To WoW: Forever And I Hiked All The Way Across Azeroth To Try To Get It

Here's, uh, here's what *not* to do

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New Mexico wants Meta to pay $40 billion in penalties for Cambridge Analytica scandal

New Mexico's attorney argued that the penalties Meta has to pay need to be significant enough to make an impact on the company.

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Report: Gears Of War: E-Day Developers Fear For Their Jobs And Bonuses

With the game due out next week, many at The Coalition appear to fear Microsoft's axe will fall on them next

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Google's first Gemini 4 model is 'Argon'

Google trained Gemini 4 Argon to be highly capable in knowledge work, cybersecurity defense and creative writing.

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California's new law bans companies from relying on AI to fire workers

California enacts new laws aimed at companies using AI to initiate job cuts or monitor employees.

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