Gaming News Digest – Issue #27
Date: September 3, 2026
TL;DR
- Exterminauts: A co-op extraction shooter from Behaviour Interactive launching in 2027 with unique power-tool guns.
- FPS Games Show: Premiering today, featuring 16 shooters including Rainbow Six Siege and Tarkov, alongside Steam demos.
- Blood of Dawnwalker: Launched with mixed reviews (6 to 10 out of 10), holding an average of 84 on Metacritic.
- Nvidia’s 616.56 Driver: Fastest in months but issues with 8-bit monitors and RTX 50-series overclocking tools.
- Counter-Strike 2: Patch allows bomb blasts to penetrate smoke and molotov fire.
🎯 Extraction Shooters
Exterminauts Preview
The new co-op extraction shooter from Behaviour Interactive allows players to complete missions on the mining planet Tian using power-tool weapons. Scheduled for 2027 on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series.
Active Matter Updates
Active Matter, releasing on September 15, introduces a new crafting slot and improved drone mechanics.
🔫 FPS Updates
Counter-Strike 2 Patch
Recent updates allow bomb explosions to interact with smoke and fires. Players should adjust strategies accordingly.
🆕 Just Released
The Blood of Dawnwalker
This vampire action RPG has polarized critics, so potential players are advised to watch gameplay before purchasing.
Moonlighter 2
The sequel has improved combat and retains the original shop mechanic, giving players a fresh yet familiar experience.
🆓 Free to Try
Xbox Game Pass Additions
Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War arrives on Game Pass on September 8, among other titles.
🕹️ Console Specifics
PS Plus Game Removals
Sony is removing 10 titles, including Madden NFL 26. Subscribers should claim monthly games before October 5.
🖥️ Hardware
Nvidia Driver Issues
The latest driver offers performance boosts but has glitches for 8-bit monitors and crashes related to overclocking tools.
📦 Other News
FPS Games Show
A live show featuring major FPS titles streamed today, alongside a Steam event with demos and discounts.
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