Players has prepared a digest of the main news for August 24, 2026, for its readers.
A full day in GTA VI may last 144 minutes of real time
New GTA VI gameplay leaks from the CyberLeek group continue to reveal details about Rockstar's upcoming blockbuster. We are not sharing the leaked footage out of respect for the developers, but some of the information spotted in the videos has already sparked discussion among fans.
Gran Turismo 7 Gets a Major Update That Significantly Changes Physics and Handling
Polyphony Digital has released a major August update for Gran Turismo 7. Alongside four new cars, additional events, and a new course layout, Update 1.71 makes substantial changes to the game's physics simulation, tire behavior, suspension, engine torque control, and force feedback systems.
Hideo Kojima Turns 63: How One Man Changed the World of Video Games
On August 24, Hideo Kojima celebrates his 63rd birthday — one of the most influential figures in the history of video games. Over nearly 40 years of his career, the Japanese game designer has evolved from a developer into a true auteur, whose name itself has become a brand.
Team Vitality's Mobile Legends: Bang Bang female squad continues to dominate the international scene. The team secured their second consecutive championship at the MLBB Women’s International tournament as part of the Esports World Cup 2025 and 2026. During the victory celebration, the community's attention was particularly drawn to the team's EXP Laner, Venny "Fumi" Lim, who proves by her own example that physical impairments are no barrier to professional success.
30 Years of Valve | How the Company Changed Gaming
Valve is celebrating its 30th anniversary today. Gabe Newell and Mike Harrington founded the company on August 24, 1996. Over the past three decades, Valve has become one of the most influential companies in the video game industry and has played a major role in shaping the modern PC gaming ecosystem.