'Titanfall 2' release date news update: Leak suggests October launch, grappling hooks and larger maps

First-person shooter video game "Titanfall 2" is one of the many games that many are looking forward to playing. Developed by Respawn Entertainment and published by Electronic Arts, the sequel to the original 2014 game is speculated to hit store shelves this year.

There is no official word regarding the specific release date yet but according to a report by Eurogamer, leaks claim that the game could be released sometime in October. The rumor started from a Reddit user who posted the details on the forum site. However, the post has been deleted since. If the rumored release date turns out to be true, there's a possibility that it would clash with EA's other game, "Battlefield 1," which will also launch in October.

And though the post has been deleted already, fans were quick to note that the leak also mentioned an addition of a grappling hook in the game. As detailed in Wired UK, the grappling hooks will be added into the player's arsenals. They will be designed with several functions including getting into the Titan and assisting in free-running. It can also help in tactical plays like pulling enemies while they are in midair.

Gamers can also expect to see bigger maps in the upcoming game. IGN reported that the leak revealed multiplayer maps that are larger compared to the first one. Not a lot of details about it have been released though so gamers will just have to stay tuned for it. Additionally, there is also going to be a pre-order bonus which is a handgun known as the Violator.

The Reddit user's post is still questionable but sources cited that it may have a hint of credibility into it because the alleged poster released what seems to be in par the blurred image found on the game's official website.

More specifics will be released soon as it is said to receive a worldwide announcement on June 12.