The week leading up to 24 April 2026 has been unusually busy for game leaks. From datamined files on subscription services to early access codes and movie set footage, the past few days have offered plenty of gossip for players. Below is a comprehensive look at the most credible rumours, organised by topic. Each section includes sources and internal cross‑references for further reading. You can jump back to this list at any time by clicking on the internal links.
1. Xbox Game Pass Starter Edition Leak
A ResetEra datamine discovered text strings hinting at Game Pass Starter Edition, an entry‑level tier that could be bundled with Discord Nitro. According to the Video Games Chronicle report, the code suggests that the Starter Edition will offer more than 50 games (examples cited include Stardew Valley, Fallout 4 and Grounded) and 10 hours of cloud gaming per month. The datamine did not mention online multiplayer, implying that the tier might lack this feature. Xbox boss Asha Sharma acknowledged the partnership on X, teasing that Xbox and Discord are “teaming up again” to make Game Pass more flexible. The Starter Edition leak emerged the same week Microsoft announced Game Pass price cuts and removed day‑one Call of Duty launches from the service.
Why this matters: A low‑cost Game Pass tier could make the ecosystem more accessible. Bundling Discord Nitro may attract the chat service’s huge audience, while the limited library encourages upselling to higher tiers. For more on Xbox hardware rumours, see the section on Project Helix.
2. Ben 10 x Fortnite Collaboration Leak
On 24 April 2026 Epic Games released a trailer confirming an upcoming collaboration with Ben 10, and dataminers like ShiinaBR had already uncovered the details. According to a VICE report, the collab will launch on Friday 24 April at 9 p.m. Pacific time (midnight Eastern, 5 a.m. BST). The leaked bundle includes a Ben Tennyson skin priced around 1,500 V‑Bucks, an Azmuth back bling, a Petrosapien pickaxe (Omnitrix staff), a Holosphere glider, and an Omnitrix wrap. A Ben 10 Gear Bundle and Ben 10 Mega Bundle were also datamined, though prices remain speculative. The collab will coincide with an in‑game mini‑event featuring crossover challenges.
Why this matters: Fortnite crossovers drive player engagement and spending. The Ben 10 leak stands out because it offers specific release timing and item descriptions, and because the trailer shortly after validated many details. For more on content leaks, check the Street Fighter 6 section.
3. PlayStation Plus Extra & Premium April 2026 Leak
Reliable leaker billbil‑kun exposed Sony’s April PS Plus Extra and Premium lineup days before its announcement. Reports from PlayStation LifeStyle and Gameblog indicate that the Extra tier will add Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, The Crew Motorfest, and Football Manager 26 Console. Leaked details suggest Sony may have delayed the official reveal due to an impending State of Play and that several titles will leave the catalogue, including Dave the Diver. The leak proved accurate when Sony formally announced the lineup on 21 April.
Why this matters: PS Plus library leaks allow players to plan downloads and gauge value. This leak underscores billbil‑kun’s track record, adding weight to other PlayStation rumours (see PS6 Handheld below).
4. Assassin’s Creed Black Flag: Resynced Leak
Ubisoft’s long‑rumoured remake of Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag resurfaced when Insider Gaming and VICE reported on a leaked 30‑minute media presentation. According to the leak, Black Flag: Resynced will release on 9 July 2026. The remake reportedly stays true to the original action‑stealth formula, focusing on improved naval battles, deeper parkour and stealth mechanics, and leaving out heavy RPG systems. The standard edition is expected to cost $59.99/€59.99/£49.99, while the Collector’s Edition (priced around $199.99) will include an Edward Kenway figurine, a lore‑themed notebook, a brooch, and a map. IndiaTV further reports that actor Matt Ryan will reprise his role as Edward Kenway.
Why this matters: Black Flag remains one of the most beloved entries in the series. A faithful remake that enhances naval gameplay while avoiding RPG bloat could rejuvenate interest. The leak also hints at Ubisoft’s broader strategy: see the Alterra cancellation section for context on recent project cuts.
5. Halo: Campaign Evolved Release Date Leak
Windows Central reported that a Korean retailer accidentally leaked the launch window for Halo: Campaign Evolved, a ground‑up remake of Halo: Combat Evolved. According to the report, the retailer’s survey listed a 28 July 2026 release date, with early access beginning 23 July. Further evidence came from the game’s rating by the Korea Game Rating and Administration Committee, which often precedes release by only a few months. Halo dataminer grunt.api also posted a coded message hinting at these dates.
Why this matters: A full remake of the original Halo could both celebrate the franchise’s legacy and help attract players ahead of the next‑gen console cycle. The leak lines up with other Halo rumours (see Project Tatanka / Ekur below).
6. Xbox Project Helix Leak (Next‑Gen Console)
Hardware insider KeplerL2 claimed that the next‑generation Xbox, codenamed Project Helix, will abandon custom AMD GPUs in favour of a standard RDNA 5 GPU and integrate new AI hardware. VICE reports that the leak suggests around 3,000 TOPS of AI performance for features like FSR 5 neural rendering, plus a separate 100 TOPS neural processing unit for tasks such as Copilot. The console may also include FSR Diamond upscaling and improved storage features. Dropping custom hardware could make cross‑platform development easier, aligning the Xbox closer to PC standards.
Why this matters: If true, Project Helix signals Microsoft’s plan to lean into AI and maintain cost efficiency by using off‑the‑shelf GPUs. It also dovetails with reports of a PS6 Handheld (below), hinting that next‑gen consoles may prioritise AI and versatility over pure horsepower.
7. PS6 Handheld Rumour
Gaming pundit Spawn Wave reported that Sony recently briefed PlayStation Studios developers on a PS6 Handheld device. According to VICE, earlier leaks describe a system capable of running games at PS5‑quality with a 16 compute‑unit RDNA iGPU, achieving clock speeds of 1.20 GHz in handheld mode and 1.65 GHz when docked. The handheld is said to support backwards compatibility with PS4 and PS5 games, include a low‑power 60 FPS mode, and may begin manufacturing in early 2027, releasing by 2027 or 2028. As always, Sony has not confirmed the device’s existence.
Why this matters: A portable console that can match PS5 performance would compete directly with the Switch 2 and Xbox handheld rumours. The speculation aligns with Sony’s increased focus on cross‑platform integration and could open new markets for high‑end portable gaming.
8. Halo Battle Royale Cancellation and Project Ekur
Rebs Gaming’s sources told VICE that Project Tatanka, the long‑rumoured Halo battle royale, has been cancelled and evolved into Project Ekur, a PvE extraction shooter built using Unreal Engine 5. The shift reportedly reflects market saturation in battle royale games and Microsoft’s pivot towards cooperative experiences. Ekur is expected to feature PvE extraction gameplay (similar to Helldivers 2), with players looting and fighting AI enemies before extracting. Rebs Gaming speculates the game could be showcased at Halo Fest or Summer Game Fest.
Why this matters: Halo’s experiment with battle royale was divisive; pivoting to a cooperative extraction shooter may better align with current industry trends. The leak also indicates that 343’s move to Unreal Engine 5 is redefining the franchise.
9. Saros — PS5 Exclusive Trophy List Leak
Sandfall Interactive’s PS5 exclusive Saros had its trophy list leaked, revealing that the game will feature eight biomes and eight bosses, compared to the five biomes and six bosses in Returnal. Based on this information, VICE estimates that completing the campaign could take around 30 hours. The leak also uncovered the pre‑load and release schedule: the Deluxe Edition pre‑load begins 27 April 2026 with early access on 29 April, while the Standard Edition pre‑load starts 29 April with release on 30 April. The game’s file size is listed at 83.44 GB, and the Deluxe Edition is priced at US$79.
Why this matters: With Returnal’s success, a new roguelike shooter with more content and a shorter release window will excite PS5 owners. The leak also gives players time to manage storage and choose between editions.
10. Ubisoft’s Alterra Cancellation
On the same week as the above leaks, Ubisoft quietly cancelled Alterra, a social‑sim game with voxel art and Animal Crossing‑like mechanics. Insider Gaming revealed that Alterra had been in development for nearly three years under creative director Patrick Redding and producer Fabien Lhéraud. The game featured Matterlings (Funko‑Pop‑style creatures), multiple biomes with unique resources, and building mechanics. Ubisoft confirmed to GameDeveloper that projects not meeting strategic priorities may be discontinued, though it insisted the cancellation would not result in layoffs. Employees have been reassigned to other projects.
Why this matters: While not a leak but an internal decision, Alterra’s cancellation underlines Ubisoft’s shifting priorities. It also suggests the publisher is consolidating resources for more assured hits like the Black Flag remake.
11. Street Fighter 6 Season 4 Leak
After Capcom unveiled Ingrid as the final Year 3 DLC character, new rumours surfaced about Season 4 of Street Fighter 6. A report from WPFG notes that dataminer RnK_Clan claims the roster will include Vega, Hagger, Gouken, and Final Fantasy VII’s Tifa. These names echo earlier January rumours of Makoto, Q, Vega, and Menat, with Vega appearing in multiple leaks. Capcom has not commented on the rumour.
Why this matters: Street Fighter’s DLC characters often leak months ahead of official reveals. The potential inclusion of third‑party characters like Tifa would signal a crossover strategy similar to Fortnite collaborations.
12. Metro 4 Announcement Leak & Canceled Build Footage
Leaker AlexandreNGamR, who correctly predicted the April 16 State of Play, claimed that Metro 4 would be announced between 13–17 April. He cited a 2025 leak that the new game will feature large side quests, a seasonal system (starting in spring), player transport, dynamic day/night and weather, a mix of mysticism and hard sci‑fi, and will bring back trading, crafting, diaries, and postcards. Around the same time, DSOGaming reported that a 22‑minute video of a cancelled 2022 version (Metro 2039) surfaced online; the footage showed typical Metro gameplay but used placeholder graphics, leading to speculation that it might be fake. The actual Metro 4 announcement has not yet materialised.
Why this matters: The Metro series’ atmospheric storytelling makes any news exciting. The conflicting leaks—announcement window vs. cancelled footage—highlight the uncertainty around the project.
13. Elden Ring Movie Set Leak
An on‑set leak from the upcoming Elden Ring movie offered a humorous but intriguing glimpse at the adaptation. Games.gg reports that footage shows the Loathsome Dung Eater being pelted with vegetables—specifically, a head of lettuce—during his gallows scene. Directed by Alex Garland and produced by A24, the film is reportedly the studio’s biggest project with a budget exceeding US$100 million. The cast includes Jonathan Pryce, Nick Offerman, and Peter Serafinowicz, and production is expected to run 100 days. The leak suggests the film understands the game’s mix of gravitas and absurdity, and may explore events before the Shattering.
Why this matters: Video‑game film adaptations often struggle to capture the source material’s tone. This leak reassures fans that the Elden Ring movie will embrace both the grim and the quirky aspects of FromSoftware’s world.
14. Capcom’s Final 2026 Game Speculation
With Resident Evil Requiem, Monster Hunter Stories 3, and Pragmata already released, Capcom teased one final major 2026 title. VICE notes that an official image showed Onimusha: Way of the Sword under the label “up next,” implying it will be Capcom’s final release of the year. The article speculates a late‑August or September launch and dismisses rumours of a Resident Evil Code Veronica remake as unlikely.
Why this matters: Onimusha is a dormant Capcom franchise. Its return would diversify the publisher’s 2026 lineup beyond Resident Evil and Monster Hunter.
15. Starfield PS5 Release Date Leak (Older Rumour)
Though not from this week, a February leak is still making the rounds. VICE reported that PSN dataminers led by Zuby Tech found entries for a Starfield PS5 port dated 7 April 2026. The leak referenced both Standard and Premium editions on PSN. Bethesda has neither confirmed the port nor announced a Switch 2 version; some insiders even suggest the Switch port might be delayed or cancelled.
Why this matters: Bethesda’s shift to multiplatform releases under Microsoft has fueled speculation about Starfield reaching other platforms. The datamine hints that Sony may secure timed exclusivity or that Bethesda is preparing to broaden the game’s reach.
Final Thoughts
The week of 24 April 2026 has delivered a diverse array of leaks—from subscription changes and hardware rumours to remakes and film adaptations. While some of these leaks (like the Game Pass Starter Edition and Ben 10 Fortnite collab) have been partially validated, others (Metro 4, Starfield PS5) remain unconfirmed whispers. As always, treat leaks cautiously until official announcements arrive. Use the internal links above to jump back to specific sections and stay tuned for confirmations during upcoming events like State of Play and Summer Game Fest.
