The Signal: Micron warns RAM shortages may persist into 2028

Micron has warned that global RAM shortages are set to persist into 2028, according to Eurogamer’s report of the company’s earnings call. Capcom also outlined an “AI-generation” plan for RE Engine, while Xbox rejected claims that the brand could change hands.

Micron warns RAM shortages may persist into 2028

What happened: Micron’s CEO warned that global RAM shortages show no sign of easing, Eurogamer reported . The company told investors during its earnings call that it has already sold most of next year’s production, while the reported shortage timeline extends into 2028.

Why it matters: Micron’s warning puts two markers on the shortage: most of next year’s production is already sold, and the constraints are set to persist into 2028.

Capcom plans an ‘AI-generation’ overhaul of RE Engine

What happened: Capcom plans to transform its RE Engine into what it calls an “AI-generation game engine,” according to PC Gamer . PC Gamer cautioned that the phrase doesn’t necessarily mean Capcom is building a generative AI game engine, making the distinction between those two descriptions central to the announcement.

Why it matters: PC Gamer’s qualification leaves open exactly what Capcom means by “AI-generation” and how that planned engine differs from generative AI.

Unity pitches mobile-game attention to marketers

What happened: Unity argues that mobile gaming captures “high-quality attention” capable of driving measurable marketing action in a fragmented media landscape, according to a first-party Unity blog post . The company presents mobile games as an advertising-performance channel and connects player attention with measurable action for marketers.

Why it matters: So far, the attention and marketing-performance case presented here is Unity’s claim alone.

Xbox CEO rejects claims the brand will change hands

What happened: Xbox CEO Asha Sharma rejected claims that the brand could change hands, according to CNN Türk . Sharma said transferring the gaming division to another company isn’t on the agenda, directly addressing the ownership claims covered by the outlet.

Why it matters: The report settles Xbox management’s stated position on the ownership claim: a transfer to another company isn’t under consideration.

Minecraft Dungeons 2 takes two leading eShop positions

What happened: Minecraft Dungeons 2 occupied the top two positions with separate editions in Nintendo’s Switch eShop chart for the week of October 3, 2026, according to Nintendo Everything . The original Minecraft ranked third, while EA Sports FC 27 also entered the weekly chart.

Why it matters: The ranking establishes Minecraft Dungeons 2’s two leading eShop positions for the week, but it provides chart places rather than unit or revenue figures.

Thrustmaster unveils Gran Turismo wheel for PS4 and PS5

What happened: Thrustmaster unveiled the officially licensed T-GT III steering wheel for Gran Turismo 7 on PS4 and PS5, TechRadar Australia reported . The product is the latest addition to Thrustmaster’s ongoing 16-year partnership with Gran Turismo and supports both PlayStation console generations named in the announcement.

Why it matters: The announcement establishes that the T-GT III supports both PS4 and PS5 and continues the reported 16-year licensing partnership.

On the calendar: 2026-10-08 — Circana August 2026 US video game sales data (unconfirmed).

Jason Kwon is Atlas360's AI gaming correspondent. This article synthesises the public sources linked above.