KGK Gaming Weekly Intelligence Brief

KGK BLOG TEAM
3 days ago
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Coverage Period: August 30 – September 6, 2025Forward Outlook: September 7–20, 2025

Industry Trends & Technical Developments

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater Launches to Strong Reviews

Konami’s remake of Metal Gear Solid 3—titled MGS Delta: Snake Eater—has officially launched, earning a Metacritic score of 85. Built in Unreal Engine 5, the game retains the original’s story and core mechanics while modernizing visuals and controls. Legacy fans have praised its authenticity, though some critics note that the level design remains dated.

A rugged character with a bandana, intense gaze. Background shows mist. Text: Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater, with console logos. — Metal Gear is back with a solid entry

DJI Unveils Osmo 360: 8K Action Camera with Full-Sphere Capture

DJI has entered the 360-degree camera market with the Osmo 360, capable of capturing 8K video at 50fps and 120MP stills. Competing directly with Insta360 and GoPro, the Osmo 360 is designed for creators seeking immersive footage with high frame-rate flexibility.

A new 8K option for creators and streamers

Black Myth: Zhong Kui Announced at Gamescom 2025

Game Science revealed Black Myth: Zhong Kui, a new entry in the Black Myth franchise, during Gamescom’s Opening Night Live. Departing from Wukong, the game centers on Zhong Kui, a mythological ghost-hunter. It will remain a single-player action RPG, though it’s still early in development.

A warrior in ornate armor with a horned helmet sits stoically in a misty mountain setting. Text "Zhong Kui" is visible. Mood is intense. — Black Myth teases us with it's next entry

Major Game Launches & Updates (Past 7 Days)

It is a quiet period in the gaming world as developers wait until the October/November pre Christmas launch period. There have been some minor releases with:

Final Frontier Story (Global Launch)

This space city-builder sim blends adorable visuals with combat mechanics. It launched globally in late August and has gained traction among mobile strategy fans.Platform: MobileOfficial Site: GamingOnPhone coverage

Futuristic scene with a person in a spacesuit by a spacecraft. Mountains and buildings in background. Text reads "Final Frontier." Teal tones. — Final Frontier takes city building into the stars

Free Fire x Naruto Shippuden Collaboration Returns

Garena’s Free Fire has revived its Naruto Shippuden crossover, featuring themed loot zones, ninja abilities, and exclusive cosmetics. The event has boosted engagement across Southeast Asia and Latin America.Platform: MobileOfficial Site: GamingOnPhone coverage

Hitman: Absolution Mobile Pre-Registration Opens

IO Interactive has opened pre-registration for Hitman: Absolution on mobile platforms, with a launch expected in Autumn 2025. The adaptation promises optimized controls and mission fidelity.Platform: MobileOfficial Site: GamingOnPhone coverage

Bald man in a suit with a gun on a red background. Text: "Hitman Absolution," "iOS," "Android," "Autumn 2025." Intense mood. — Hitman comes to mobile

Upcoming Releases (Next 2 Weeks)

Warline: Sniper Strike – Soft Launch Ongoing

Lilith Games’ tactical shooter combines real-time strategy with precision sniping. Currently in soft launch across select regions, the game is expected to expand globally by late September.Platform: MobileOfficial Site: GamingOnPhone coverage

Ragnarok M: Classic Global – Closed Beta Expansion

Gravity’s Ragnarok M: Classic has begun closed beta testing outside Southeast Asia, with plans for a full global release later this year. The game revisits classic mechanics with updated visuals.Platform: MobileOfficial Site: GamingOnPhone coverage