A major Twitch data breach makes up today’s top news story, while we also saw other updates on titles including New World, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, along with review round-ups for Far Cry 6 and Metroid Dread.
Here are the biggest gaming news stories for October 6, 2021.
Pokemon And Universal Studios Are Teaming Up
Universal Studios Japan will be getting some Pokemon-themed features next year according to a partnership with the Pokemon Company and Universal Studios. While no rides are reportedly planned at the moment, the deal does “open the door” for potential rides and other larger Pokemon-related attractions.
Kirby Doesn't Get Sora's Keyblade In Smash Ultimate Because He Isn't Worthy
Kirby may be able to take on some of Sora’s abilities in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, but he apparently isn’t worthy to wield the Keyblade.
Sylveon Is Playable Now In Pokemon Unite
Sylveon is now available in Pokemon Unite, beginning matches as Eevee before evolving into the Fairy-type Pokemon when it hits level four.
Hackers Have Reportedly Leaked Twitch's Source Code, User Details And More
PSA for Twitch users: change your password right now. The streaming platform has had a data breach with hackers reportedly gaining access to its source code, which includes payment and personal information. Twitch confirmed that it was, in fact, victim of the hack, and is currently seeking to understand just how much it and its users have/will be impacted.
GTA Remastered Trilogy's Achievement Icons Have Leaked
Rockstar should probably just confirm that a GTA Remastered Trilogy is in the works since data mining leaks just keep on coming suggesting its all but imminent release. This time, a data miner has uncovered the game’s achievement icons inside of the official Rockstar Launcher.
Unused Announcer Voice Lines In Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl Mention Jimmy Neutron, Squidward, Zuko, And More
On a similar note, data miners have uncovered cut announcer voice lines from Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl, including characters such as Rocko, Stimpy, and Barnacle Boy, leading the community to guess who might be coming to the game as future DLC.
Far Cry 6 Review Round-Up
Reviews for Far Cry 6 have been released, with a general consensus that the game doesn’t do much to push the franchise forward in any notable way.
Metroid Dread Review Round-Up
Conversely, Metroid Dread – the first Metroid title to be released in nearly 20 years – has critics raving. Samus is back, y’all.
Someone Actually Predicted The Smash DLC Fighters Two Years Ago
Talk about calling your shot! A Twitter user accurately predicted every Smash DLC Fighter two years ago.
The Animal Crossing: New Horizons Direct Airs October 15
A 20-minute Animal Crossing: New Horizons Direct will stream on Friday, October 15, detailing DLC plans for the upcoming season.
New World Has "More Than Double" The Number Of Servers It Had At Launch
Despite its bogged-down release, New World has expanded its game servers to “more than double” what was available at launch.