1. (Gaming) The Big One: Grand Theft Auto VI Delayed to Late 2026

• Summary: Rockstar Games has officially announced that Grand Theft Auto VI is being delayed from its original 2026 release window. The highly anticipated title is now set to launch on Thursday, November 19, 2026. Rockstar stated the extra months will allow them “to finish the game with the level of polish you have come to expect and deserve.”
• Source: Rockstar Games Newswire
• Link: https://www.rockstargames.com/newswire/article/ak3ak31a49a221/grand-theft-auto-vi-is-now-set-to-launch-november-19-2026

2. (Gaming / Pop Culture) Fortnite Confirms ‘Stranger Things’ Crossover

• Summary: Get ready to return to the Upside Down. Epic Games has confirmed a new Fortnite x Stranger Things collaboration launching on November 24. Teasers show a new Upside Down-themed map for Blitz mode and hint at new skins, including an Eddie Munson-inspired Peely and potentially outfits for Vecna, Steve Harrington, and the main party.
• Source: Times of India
• Link: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/esports/fortnite/fortnite-updates-stranger-Things-collab-confirmed-new-map-game-modes-rumored-skins-and-more/articleshow/125162345.cms

3. (Pop Culture / Collectibles) LEGO Boldly Goes with New U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701-D

• Summary: “Make it so!” LEGO is warping into the Star Trek universe with a new set for the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701-D from The Next Generation. The set (10356) was just announced and is set to be a major holiday item for Trekkies and LEGO fans alike.
• Source: Geek Culture
• Link: https://geekculture.co/

4. (Retro / Tech) The Retro Revival is in Full Swing

• Summary: A report from Gamescom 2025 highlights the boom in retro-themed hardware. Highlights include a full-size, plug-and-play remake of the Commodore Amiga 1200 (and The A1200 NG), new flatscreen-friendly lightgun systems, and HD remasters for classic titles like the PS1’s R-Type Delta.
• Source: Shortlist
• Link: https://www.shortlist.com/tech/at-gamescom-2025-everything-old-is-new-again-as-a-retro-revival-wave-crashes-over-video-games

5. (Computer Hardware) Corsair Pre-Built PCs Allegedly Frying Intel CPUs

• Summary: A computer technician alleges that a $5,000 Corsair pre-built gaming PC has destroyed three separate Intel Core i9 CPUs. The issue is reportedly a lack of a critical BIOS update from Corsair to fix a known Intel instability issue, causing the high-end chips to fail.
• Source: Tom’s Hardware
• Link: https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/usd5-000-corsair-pre-built-keeps-on-frying-intel-cpus-due-to-lack-of-bios-update-tech-alleges-kills-three-intel-core-i9-chips-because-latest-version-still-doesnt-have-fix-for-intel-crashing-issues

6. (Pop Culture) ‘Gremlins 3’ Sequel Reportedly Coming in 2027

• Summary: Don’t get them wet! After decades of rumors, reports indicate that a Gremlins 3 sequel is in the works, with Steven Spielberg returning. The film is tentatively slated for a 2027 release, bringing the Mogwai back to the big screen.
• Source: Geek Culture
• Link: https://geekculture.co/