We have prepared a digest of the main news stories for Players readers for May 18, 2026.
Take-Two Reaffirms GTA 6 Release Date
- The head of Take-Two Interactive, Strauss Zelnick, once again confirmed the release date of Grand Theft Auto VI. Although this is far from the first confirmation, the game continues to generate enormous hype, as GTA 6 is considered one of the most anticipated releases of this generation.
Boars Gaming Finished Second in the EWC 2026 Qualifier Group Stage
- The Ukrainian team Boars Gaming finished second in their group at the MLBB European Championship Season 2, which serves as a qualifier for the MLBB Mid Season Cup 2026 that will take place as part of the Esports World Cup 2026.
Splitgate Developers at 1047 Games Are Working on a Titanfall-Inspired Successor Called Empulse
- Tom Henderson obtained exclusive pre-alpha gameplay footage under a non-disclosure agreement. The video showcases intense Team Deathmatch battles where players actively use grappling hooks, wall-running, and boost platforms to move rapidly around the map.
DreamLeague Season 29 Playoff Bracket Has Been Finalized
- Replay matches in Group B for a spot in the upper bracket of DreamLeague Season 29 have concluded. Tundra Esports secured a place in the upper bracket, while PlayTime and Xtreme Gaming will begin their playoff run in the lower bracket with no room for error.