GTA VI was so realistic it became boring, Russians complain about Steam accessibility - the most interesting news for August 31

A brief digest of everything that happened in the entertainment industry worldwide over the past day.

• Even realism has its limits: Rockstar abandoned one mechanic in GTA VI, considering it too boring. The team is constantly looking for a balance between plausibility and convenience.
• Russians are massively complaining that they can no longer launch purchased games on Steam. Something was blocked again, causing Valve's service to fail.
• RTX-remaster of GTA IV received update 1.5.1 — graphics improved and NVIDIA DLSS 5 support added. The developer published several screenshots of the RTX-remaster of GTA IV.
• The PlayStation boycott is over — now fans are urged not to turn on their PS5. Sony has not yet reacted to the users' protest.
• VeryCool unveiled a Blue Mary figure from The King of Fighters XIV — the joint crusher returns. The set includes a head with movable eyes, a platinum silicone body, a red top, blue track pants with a large white star image on the leg, and white sneakers.
• DLSS 5 made Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 look exactly as Warhorse envisioned the game in their fantasies. It's not entirely clear whether Daniel Vavra is praising AI or criticizing his own artists.
• Good ideas, but monotonous design: critics delivered their verdict on The Blood of Dawnwalker. The new action RPG from the creators of The Witcher 3 will be released by the end of this week.
• "Looks like only vampires suck here": The Witcher 4 screenwriter reacted to the high ratings of The Blood of Dawnwalker. Many critics praised the new game, and soon ordinary players will be able to express their opinions.
• Most PC gamers on Steam play in 1080p. Valve presented the average PC in July 2026. Not all gamers are interested in 4K resolution.
• Rockstar completely redesigned cars in GTA VI — new details have appeared online. The driving model was practically created from scratch.