In a recent discussion, new insights regarding the forthcoming FPS title emerged. Battlefield 6 technical lead Christian Buhl addresses the development of crossplay and the enhancements made for Xbox Series S. The game’s combat designer Matthew Nickerson also participated in the IGN discussion, detailing the functioning of their crossplay mechanics, which will be exclusively available for consoles. Both speakers highlighted two concerns that players had regarding the upcoming release.

Combat designer Nickerson confirmed that crossplay will strictly be a console feature. He noted that crossplay is simply a toggle accessible within the game. Additionally, for matchmaking preferences, if a console player is seeking a game, the lobby will prioritize other console players “within a set time frame” before filling the remaining slots with PC players, if necessary.

Nickerson mentioned that Battlefield 6 has crossplay enabled by default, requiring players to turn it off manually. When disabled, console-only crossplay is activated, which permits PlayStation and Xbox players to connect; however, PC players will not join the lobby. Thus, when playing with crossplay enabled for consoles, priority will be given to console players. If it is turned off, then only PlayStation and Xbox participants will be included in the lobby.

After fine-tuning Battlefield 6 to meet the specs of Xbox Series S, the technical director asserted that the game is now “super solid” and “performant” on that console, running at a “smooth 60 frames per second.” “I would say that the most significant challenge we faced was [managing the console’s limited] memory,” Buhl remarked. “Xbox Series S indeed has less memory than even our mid-tier PC. There was a moment…Oh, I want to say, like, 6 to 12 months back when we came to realize that many of our levels were crashing on Xbox Series S.”

According to the technical director, Battlefield 6 is now “super solid” and “performant” on Xbox Series S, maintaining a “smooth 60 frames per second.” EA recently shared information about the maps and modes in Battlefield 6, in addition to challenges that players can accomplish to earn rewards once the full game launches on October 10. Our preview by Kurston Timothy highlighted that “from quality-of-life enhancements to the class system to the new and exhilarating maps, Battlefield 6 is shaping up to be one of the top FPS launches of the year.”

Nintendo is celebrating the 40th anniversary of Super Mario with great enthusiasm, as disclosed in the Nintendo Direct. The occasion not only revealed the sequel to the Super Mario Bros. Movie but also introduced several new games.

The sequel to the Mario film will be inspired by Super Mario Galaxy. To accompany this, both Super Mario Galaxy titles will be accessible on Nintendo Switch and the forthcoming Switch 2. These games are scheduled for release soon, on October 2, 2025, as a dual pack in physical form and individually on the Nintendo eShop.

Moreover, two new amiibo figures featuring Mario and Rosalina will be launched, but fans will need to wait until April 2, 2026, to acquire these items.

In addition to these announcements, Nintendo unveiled three more games centered around Mario. First up is Mario Tennis Fever, a fresh installment in Mario’s sports franchise. This game features a roster of over 30 characters, the largest ever in the series, and introduces a story mode where the characters are transformed into babies on a mysterious island. Mario Tennis Fever is set to debut on February 12, 2026, for Nintendo Switch 2.

Following that, a Nintendo Switch 2 version of Super Mario Bros. Wonder was revealed, featuring a new co-op expansion dubbed Meetup in Bellabel. This edition promises enhanced graphics and performance, and will be available in Spring 2026. Additionally, a physical Talking Flower product will be introduced, capable of randomly reciting lines while on display.

The final announcement was a new game featuring Yoshi, titled Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. This game showcases a delightful storybook art style, allowing players to uncover the secrets of Yoshi’s world through a mysterious book. It follows the traditional 2D platformer format reminiscent of Yoshi’s earlier games and will launch in Spring 2026 on Nintendo Switch 2.

With these thrilling announcements, Nintendo appears to have a wealth of content lined up for Mario’s 40th anniversary, making sure that fans of the beloved plumber have much to anticipate.

The September Nintendo Direct wrapped up with a significant revelation that has fans filled with enthusiasm: a new Fire Emblem title named “Fortune’s Weave” is scheduled to launch exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. This newest chapter in the cherished franchise showcases a novel visual style that closely mirrors the aesthetics of “Fire Emblem: Three Houses,” suggesting a potential link between the two titles.

The teaser for “Fortune’s Weave” focuses on a colosseum, where a king or leader presents a sequence of battles, implying that the plot may center around this environment. This represents an intriguing evolution for the series, as colosseums have historically been utilized for unit training. The main character, identified as Cai, is depicted participating in battles within the colosseum and is shown riding an unusual giant chicken, contributing a distinctive twist to the gameplay.

The most captivating moment occurs at the trailer’s conclusion, where a voice inquires, “Have you forgotten me so soon?” followed by the emergence of an adult Sothis from “Three Houses.” This evokes speculation about the storyline, indicating it might be a sequel set in Fodlan’s distant future or that Sothis could be a multidimensional character appearing across various Fire Emblem games.

While the development team for “Fortune’s Weave” has yet to be officially revealed, it is assumed that Intelligent Systems, the studio responsible for the franchise, will be involved, potentially in collaboration with Koei Tecmo, due to the visual parallels to their earlier partnership.

As fans eagerly anticipate additional information, “Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave” aims to present an exhilarating new chapter in the series, merging familiar aspects with innovative features.