The closed beta for Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage begins on September 10, 2025, and it's already shaping up to be a milestone for the long-running series. Players across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC will get to test crossplay functionality for the first time in the franchise. Although the Nintendo Switch 2 version is in development, this beta phase focuses on ensuring stability across the main consoles and PC. The test runs until September 16, 2025, with access varying depending on regional time zones.
Fans of SEGA's legendary fighting series have waited years for a step toward true global matchmaking, and this new feature could breathe fresh life into competitive play. As outlined in VGC's coverage, the beta will serve as a proving ground for the netcode and cross-platform performance. For a taste of what's coming, SEGA has released a cinematic launch trailer that highlights the new stage visuals, refined combat animations, and polished character models.
The next major milestone for Bungie's ever-evolving looter-shooter arrives on September 9, 2025, with the launch of the Ash and Iron update. This content drop introduces new narrative threads, weapon crafting adjustments, and seasonal events designed to carry the community forward. Bungie has already teased sweeping balance changes, promising a fresh shake-up for long-time fans and new players alike.
The same day will also feature a livestream preview of the upcoming Renegades expansion, giving Guardians an early look at the challenges that lie ahead. Bungie's official Ash and Iron update trailer sets the stage with a darker tone, while the studio's social channels have been buzzing with updates, including highlights from DestinyTheGame on X and reminders about the preview schedule through official tweets. With these pieces coming together, the update feels less like a simple patch and more like a bridge to a pivotal moment in the Destiny 2 timeline.
When Hollow Knight: Silksong finally launched, it didn't just meet expectations—it overwhelmed them. Released across Steam, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo platforms, the sequel drew such a surge of demand that digital storefronts struggled to stay online. Within just 30 minutes of release, Silksong hit over 100,000 concurrent players on Steam, eventually peaking at more than half a million within 24 hours according to SteamDB's charts.
Coverage from VGC confirmed that the influx of players briefly crashed login servers for multiple platforms, a testament to how anticipated this indie follow-up has been. Adding to the excitement, IGN revealed that ConcernedApe, the creator of Stardew Valley, contributed voice acting for a minor character—an unexpected crossover that further fueled fan enthusiasm.
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