В ролике в том числе представили песни из опенинга и эндинга.

Их силы перенаправили на производство Halo Campaign Evolved.

У еды могло быть ещё более важное место в игре.

В сети опубликовали видео с храмом Марики — предположительно, со съёмочной площадки фильма по Elden Ring

В него войдут ранее не публиковавшиеся интервью с бывшими сотрудниками Infinity Ward.

«Супер Марио: Галактическое кино» собрал в США и Канаде 34 миллиона долларов в первый день проката и установил несколько рекордовЛента опередила по дебютным сборам первую часть.

Впечатляет.

Игру можно забрать до 6 апреля включительно.

С марта в Rust появится возможность не пускать на серверы игроков без включённого Secure Boot и TPM 2.0Пока это будет дополнительная опция, а не обязательная.

«Роглайт»-слэшер Morbid Metal выйдет в раннем доступе уже 8 апреля — трейлер и скриншоты

Выгодно пополнить Steam для покупки игр можно в магазине цифровых товаров на DTF.

Минимальная комиссия и быстрое зачисление денег на счёт.

На сайте игры уже можно подать заявку на участие.

Однако завершать работу над франшизой пока не собираются.

Изначально Lenovo продавала эту модель по 1349 долларов.

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Судя по всему, Джейсон Бланделл (Jason Blundell), известный по работе над Call of Duty Zombies, просто не умеет сдаваться.

Всего через неделю после закрытия Dark Outlaw Games он объявил о создании новой студии под названием MagicFractal.

В эфире своего коллеги Джей Си Фармера (JC Farmer) Бланделл поделился первыми подробностями, но конкретики о направлениях работы команды пока нет.

Когда его спросили, почему он снова открывает студию, он коротко ответил: «Третий раз — счастливый.

После закрытия Dark Outlaw Games Бланделл рассказал, что последний проект студии не был сервисной игрой и должен был сильно заинтересовать фанатов.

Поклонники Uncharted уже почти 10 лет сидят без новых игр во франшизе, поэтому с жадностью хватаются за любую крупицу информации, которая намекает на продолжение любимой серии. Недавно фанаты обнаружили пост гейм-директора Lost Legacy Шона Эскейга (Shaun Escayg). В нём любители поджарых и х… […]

Lenovo резко подняла цены на портативный ПК Legion Go 2 почти на 50 %.

При запуске в октябре 2025 года младшая модель с AMD Ryzen Z2 и 16 гигабайтами ОЗУ стоила $1,099, а старшая версия с Ryzen Z2 Extreme и 32 гигабайтами «оперативки» — $1,350.

Сейчас цены поднялись до $1,500 и $1,999 соответственно, что составляет рост на 36 % и 48 %.

Официально Lenovo резкое повышение не комментировала, а в магазинах обе модели всё ещё помечены как «нет в наличии».

Вполне может быть, что такой заметный рост цен на Legion Go 2 связан с кризисом оперативной памяти, который бушует в индустрии и рушит планы многих компаний.

Трейлер с анонсом даты запуска Morbid Metal в раннем доступе.

Издатель Ubisoft и студия SCREEN JUICE объявили, что динамичный экшен-рогалик Morbid Metal выйдет в раннем доступе 8 апреля.

Morbid Metal переносит игроков в антиутопическое будущее, где человечество оказалось на грани вымирания.

Morbid Metal начиналась как университетский проект, но со временем выросла в полноценную игру от SCREEN JUICE — первой студии автора оригинальной идеи.

Рубить вражеских роботов на киберсалат в Morbid Metal можно будет только на ПК в Steam.

Разработчики из Behaviour Interactive не собираются делать продолжение Dead by Daylight. Вместо этого команда намерена развивать существующую игру как можно дольше — выпускать обновления, добавлять кроссоверы и поддерживать сервисную модель.… […]

Ещё одна игра от Microsoft скоро доберётся до PlayStation 5 — новая версия Starfield выйдет уже 7 апреля.

На PS5 Pro будет доступно два режима работы — Visual и Performance.

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Заявлены следующие команды:Напомним, помимо PS5-версии 7 апреля Starfield получит крупный апдейт Free Lanes и платное сюжетное дополнение Terran Armada.

Автор оригинальной Alone in the Dark Фредерик Рейналь (Frédérick Raynal) начал кампанию на Kickstarter, чтобы выпустить новую игру для SEGA Mega Drive.

Скриншот ремейка оригинальной PopCorn для Mega Drive под названием PopCorn 2026.

Он хотел создать курс по языку C для Mega Drive с использованием набора инструментов SGDK , и старая игра хорошо подходила для этой цели.

И вот у меня оказалась версия PopCorn 1988 для Mega Drive, но я не знал, что с ней делать.

Я понял, что для нормального геймплея нужен спиннер, но выяснилось, что для этой консоли таких контроллеров не существует, а мыши для неё встречаются крайне редко.

Сотрудники Sony обнародовали традиционный чарт загрузок, демонстрирующий списки наиболее востребованных игр в PlayStation Store за прошедший месяц.

В этот раз одну из лидерских позиций заняла нашумевшая Crimson Desert, и это несмотря на неоднозначный приём со стороны аудитории.

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Сотрудники Undead Labs прервали молчание и поделились новостями касательно долгожданной State of Decay 3.

Производство триквела ещё не завершено, однако уже в следующем месяце разработчики запустят серию закрытых альфа-тестов, в которых смогут поучаствовать игроки.

С момента анонса триквела разработчики внимательно изучали отзывы к State of Decay 2 для улучшения игрового процесса.

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За почти что 3 года с запуска игра получила 7 глобальных обновлений и вышла наконец в полноценный релиз.

Xenonauts 2 представляет собой пошаговую тактику с ролевыми элементами, повествующую о борьбе человечества с инопланетными захватчиками в условиях альтернативной Холодной войны.

За время прохождения геймерам предстоит отстроить сеть баз, изучать технологии пришельцев и защитить не только поверхность Земли, но и воздушное пространство.

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Шутер Deadlock до сих пор официально не анонсировали, но в него уже наигрались все, кому не лень получить приглашение.

И это не Valve (duh).

Геймеры обратили внимание на моддера под ником GigWhat, который продаёт облик «Mystic North» для героя Warden.

Моддер предлагает «6 цветовых схем, полностью анимированный светящийся плащ, новые эффекты способностей и пользовательские иконки интерфейса».

Deadlock официально не поддерживает моды и не имеет публичных серверов (duh), поэтому новый скин персонажа увидит только покупатель.

Фанаты Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 хорошо знакомы с сюжетом и знают, после какого события к команде присоединяется Версо.

Версо играет звезда Final Fantasy 16 Бен Старр, и Sandfall Interactive очень повезло заполучить его в команду.

Главный сценарист и продюсер локализации Expedition 33 Дженнифер Сведберг-Йен назвала подход актёра «мастер-классом» по вызову сбалансированной реакции на героя.

Благодаря ей игроки испытывают и симпатию, и настороженность.

По словам Сведберг-Йен, Старр проделал «огромную работу, помогая преодолеть барьер принятия Версо».

Klei Entertainment представит свою новую игру 9 апреля, на презентации Triple-I Initiative.

Судя по тизер-сайту (куда привела продолжительная ARG-игра), нас ждёт расширение серии Donʼt Starve.

Don’t Starve — это мрачная фэнтезийная песочница на выживание с элементами рогалика.

Позднее Klei выпустила многопользовательскую версию Don’t Starve Together.

А ещё по Donʼt Starve делают настольную игру.

Слэшер с элементами рогалика Morbid Metal выйдет в ранний доступ на PC уже 8 апреля.

На него будет действовать временная цена 13,49 долларов, которая затем поднимется до 17,99.

Напомним, что издателем Morbid Metal выступает Ubisoft, а разработчиками — немецкая студия Screen Juice.

Поддержки русского языка на релизе не будет, но его могут добавить в будущем.

В Morbid Metal игроки попадут в далёкое антиутопическое будущее, где сразятся со смертоносными машинами и яростными боссами.

Популярный симулятор уборки и ремонта House Flipper отдают бесплатно в Steam, в том числе в России.

На отдельные дополнения и наборы также действуют большие скидки.

Кроме того, серия House Flipper принимает участие в Фестивале Дома и интерьера в Steam.

Оригинальная House Flipper вышла в 2018 году, став абсолютным хитом издательства PlayWay.

Её общие продажи превышают 8,5 млн копий, а аудитория на PC и консолях перевалила за 10 млн человек.

Приключенческий экшен Crimson Desert получил патч 1.02.00 на PC и PlayStation 5 (на Xbox Series релиз в процессе).

С ним в игре появилась опция «Отображение шлема», а вместительность склада теперь можно увеличить с 240 до 1000 ячеек — в зависимости от прогресса расширения лагеря.

Кроме того, патч добавляет параметр «Выбрать способ управления» с вариантами «Базовый» и «Классический», вносит различные улучшения в механику движения и исправляет ошибки.

Дополнительно отметим, что кошки получают новые уникальные броню и шлем.

Полный патчноут можно найти на официальном сайте.

По данным аналитиков Alinea Analytics, продажи карточного рогалика Slay the Spire 2 достигли 5,3 млн копий.

И это только Steam, где Slay the Spire 2 находится в раннем доступе с 6 марта.

Напомним, что официальные общие продажи игры превышают 4 млн копий;у Climber Animals Together , паркур-игры для 1-8 человек, 1,2 млн проданных копий.

Успех объясняют выходом на китайский рынок; у Resident Evil Requiem также ещё 1,2 млн копий.

Всё это — данные аналитиков, только Steam и только за март.

В Sucker Punch Productions сообщили, что рейд в Ghost of Yotei Legends будет запущен без матчмейкинга.

При этом в других режимах всё останется без изменений.

Рейд — это хардкорное испытание, для прохождения которого потребуется команда из 4-х человек.

Поэтому разработчики советуют присоединяться к официальным сообществам Ghost of Yotei, чтобы координировать действия.

Сам рейд стартует 10 апреля в 20:00 МСК.

Xbox Game Studios и Undead Labs готовят серию альфа-тестов State of Decay 3.

Регистрация уже открыта, а начало — в мае.

В рамках тестирований игроки смогут опробовать:кооперативный режим для четырёх человек;новые стратегии строительства базы и добычи ресурсов;множество сражений;классический геймплей серии — сбор припасов в разгар зомби-апокалипсиса.

Разработчики также пообещали сохранить имена пользователей, «которые не попадут в этот раунд теста», чтобы «предоставить им множество других возможностей в течение года».

Ждать продолжения Dead by Daylight не стоит, о чём рассказали высокопоставленные сотрудники Behaviour Interactive.

Креативный директор Дэйв Ричард считает, студия могла бы без лишних проблем исправить недостатки Dead by Daylight с помощью второй части.

А глава отдела партнёрских отношений Матье Кот добавил, что геймерам нравится именно та Dead by Daylight, что существует сейчас.

Могли бы разработчики поддерживать и оригинальную Dead by Daylight, и потенциальное продолжение?

В этом не видят смысла, ведь существующую игру можно обновить до современных стандартов, а не делать «символом ностальгии» по былым временам.

В сети заметили возможную дату выхода Lords of the Fallen 2. Создатели Kingdom Come: Deliverance могут работать над игрой во вселенной «Властелина колец». Xbox анонсировала летнюю презентацию Gears of War: E-Day. Новое масштабное обновление ARC Raiders сделало игру намного сложнее — всему виной новые летающие роботы. Руководство Disney задумалось о покупке Fortnite. Sony повысила цены на PlayStation 5 — вслед за ней это могут сделать Nintendo и Microsoft со своими консолями. Dispatch может получить второй сезон после выхода приключения по D&D в мире Critical Role. Darksiders ждёт переиздание для актуального поколения консолей. Создатели Deus Ex отменили новую амбициозную игру. Игра Avatar L…

Bethesda показала трейлер с «фишками» Starfield на PlayStation 5 — космическая RPG перестанет быть консольным эксклюзивом Xbox Series уже 7 апреля.

Разработчики считают, что на новой платформе игра 2023 года будет чувствовать себя «как дома», в том числе благодаря особенностям японских консолей.

Например, Starfield будет поддерживать все функции контроллера DualSense — адаптивные курки, динамическую световую панель, сенсорное управление для некоторых действий и вывод аудиозаписей и разговоров по внутренней связи корабля через динамик геймпада.

Они смогут выбрать режимы графики Pro Visual и Pro Performance.

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Sony рассказала о самых загружаемых играх на устройствах PlayStation за март 2026 года в США и Канаде, а также в Европе.

Главной новинкой месяца среди игроков на PS5 стал приключенческий экшен Crimson Desert — он стал лидером по загрузкам в Европе, но уступил MLB The Show 26 в США и Канаде.

Во всех перечисленных регионах третьего места удостоился хоррор Resident Evil Requiem, который вышел в конце февраля.

Если возвращаться к мартовским новинкам, то в США и Канаде оценили John Carpenterʼs Toxic Commando — кооперативный шутер занял 14-е место в списке, но не попал в европейский топ загрузок.

Зато в перечисленных регионах активно играли в WWE 2K26 и Marathon (2026).

Авторы The Long Dark обратились к сообществу после выхода финального пятого эпизода сюжета.

Разработчики похвастались тем, что игра достигла нового рекорда пикового онлайна в Steam — 1 апреля выживалку посетило свыше 14,8 тыс.

При этом на всех платформах в The Long Dark играли «сотни тысяч» геймеров, а за последний месяц выживалку купили более 500 тысяч раз.

Однако не у всех это знакомство прошло гладко — команда из 6-7 человек не могла обнаружить специфические проблемы, в том числе зависящие от «железа».

Поэтому 8 апреля The Long Dark должна получить патч с исправлением около 300 ошибок.

Обложка: Hobby WorldИздательство Hobby World напомнило игрокам о своих новинках и успехах в марте — компания рассказала как о настольных играх, так и о видеоиграх.

Новости ожидали и поклонников настолокИсточник: Hobby World«Королевская ставка» Компактная карточная игра с очаровательным дизайном из Японии и глубокими тактическими механиками.

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В Euro Truck Simulator 2 и ATS появится новая буксировка — первые скриншоты расширения механики из обновления 1.59Фанаты давно мечтали о расширении механики буксировки.

Никита Буянов показал «Ледокол», новую локацию, АК-50 и другие тизеры Escape from TarkovДля EFT и Escape from Tarkov: Arena готовят новый контент.

В GTA Online появились новые задания по охране порядка — Rockstar подарит полицейскую форму за выполнение испытанияRockstar Games приготовила новое событие.

В Steam вышла Farmer's Dynasty 2 — разработчики на русском языке обратились к игрокамУ разработчиков большие планы по выпуску нового контента для игры.

Тизер Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy — Owlcat показала оружие аколита ИнквизицииВ cRPG будут представлены разнообразные модели оружия.

Оригинальная версия Breathedge 2 многим нравилась, но «перегружала мозг» — разработчики переделывают геймплей комедийного выживанияРазработчики изучили отзывы и поняли, что многое придётся переделывать.

По аниме «Приговорённый быть героем» делают игру — первый тизер Yuusha-kei ni Shosu Game of the GODDESSУ франшизы Sentenced to Be a Hero будет игровая адаптация.

Баннеры персонажей Genshin Impact 6.5, раскрыты четырёх- и пятизвёздочные герои — инсайдСкоро в Genshin Impact пополнится список играбельных героев. Постепенно раскрываются детали обновления 6.5.

В Escape from Tarkov исправили передачу предметов и выдачу компромата у КерманаНекоторые технические проблемы удалось устранить.

В Arc Raiders раздают сезонный подарок и началась новая акция на TwitchРазработчики приготовили несколько сюрпризов для игроков.

Появилась надежда на Injustice 3: авторы Mortal Kombat готовятся тестировать новую игруПоклонники давно ждут новую часть франшизы Injustice.

Everything from their ban philosophy, design timelines, and their thoughts on the current competitive meta were discussed.

Daemons of the Shadow Realm premiere review: The anime adaptation offers an intriguing premiere with thrilling action and some big surprises.

From a new take on Stranger Things to the return of Homelander, Darth Maul, and a (new) Man on Fire, here are our picks for what to stream this month.

What’s going on with Prime Video's Mass Effect TV show? According to a new report, it’s on “the verge” of a series order, but the boss of Amazon TV has allegedly requested rewrites to make it “more appealing to non-gamers.”

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power is reportedly on-track to run for five seasons, with the $1 billion Prime Video show said to be still under the protection of Amazon boss Jeff Bezos’ “magical halo.”

The pace of game-changing updates for Crimson Desert shows no sign of slowing down, after Pearl Abyss patch 1.02.00 made a number of significant improvements players had asked for. Check out the patch notes.

Deborah Ann Woll’s back full time as Karen Page for Season 2 Daredevil: Born Again on Disney+, and her character isn’t messing around.

McDonald's has introduced a brand-new Pro Game Menu and an 'Archie' device that will keep you from going AFK while you're eating, but it's only available in Türkiye.

A RollerCoaster Tycoon 2 superfan has created what is believed to be the longest rollercoaster ever built in the game — and it’s so long that even a googol can’t be used to describe how many years it takes to ride it.

Fast and free delivery (ships from the US) and sold by the official manufacturer.

At the Game Developers Conference last month, I sat down with Behaviour's head of partnerships Mathieu Cote, and creative director Dave Richard, to talk to them about Dead by Daylight's tenth anniversary.

The WW1 series is arguably the most "realistic" approach to the first-person war-shooter genre in the market today, and WW1 Gallipoli, coming out sometime this summer, is the next entry in that long-running franchise. From my all-too-brief time with it on the show floor at PAX East, it might be the best WW1 game so far.

But once upon a time, games like House Flipper were all in there lonesome, a niche of a niche.

House Flipper is free for you to keep over the rest of this weekend.

There's actually a playtest happening for the remaster right now, running until April 6th as well - just head to the game's Steam page to sign up for access.

Developer Frozen Way also shared its pricing system for House Flipper Remastered Collection, which gets cheaper depending on how many DLC packs you own.

You can get House Flipper for free on Steam right here.

Garth DeAngelis remembers being in the room when Firaxis chose to ditch XCOM: Enemy Unknown's procedurally generated maps.

Image credit: 2K Games / Firaxis"I was chomping at the bit to crack the code for procedural maps," DeAngelis says, but it wasn't simply that the team at Firaxis wanted to challenge themselves, though.

"I was able to peel off a strike team with Greg, Jake, and others to start prototyping procedural maps for XCOM 2."

In both the original X-Com and the XCOM: Enemy Unknown reboot, the walls and floors of buildings and many cover objects are destructible.

He remembers looking at the level before him and thinking "Damn, this city centre procedural map… I'm a believer."

The human colony on Tau Ceti IV has been abandoned for half a century, as far as anyone can tell.

With their enormous, hot-pink bills and strange chatter - a rattling kind of chirrup, like a rolling knucklebone - they appear pretty alien.

Image credit: CrytekAs a fan of single-player stealth games, I fell in love with Hunt: Showdown half a decade ago.

You can think of your human rivals as the xenomorph in Alien: IsolationBut Hunt isn’t like that, and nor is Marathon.

But while you might think you’re safe, you can never really know.

It's a long weekend here in the UK thanks to the bank holidays around Easter.

EdwinThis weekend and the week after I will be playing whatever games I can fit into the laptop I'm going to be lugging through over 100, mostly vertical miles of Welsh countryside.

JulianHaving spent last weekend inundated with nieces and nephews, and largely in the kitchen making cakes and curry to feed 15, this weekend I will play some games.

CallumI’ve got a friend coming to visit for the bank holiday weekend, so I doubt I’ll be delving into much.

And you, reader dear, what are you playing this weekend...?

In the summer of last year, during Day of the Devs, immersive sim legend Warren Spector said that at his studio OtherSide Entertainment, "we don't play it safe.

No, instead, as detailed in this Steam blog post, it'll be a bit closer to a traditional immersive sim.

"When we first revealed Thick as Thieves we intended to focus on PvPvE gameplay.

"So, we’ve taken a decision we feel is right for the game: Thick as Thieves is now focused on two-player co-op and single player."

According to OtherSide, this has allowed them to "double down" on the thing that they believe makes the game special, its "dynamic stealth gameplay."

Earlier this week the team behind Oblivion remake mod Skyblivion put out a call for some "final" and "vital" veteran help to get their work over the line in 2026.

"The update video we shared last year holds true," Rebel told me in response to my reach out about the recruitment post.

"Just as the team and myself are very passionate about our work, so are members of the community," he concluded.

"However you voice that excitement, please take a step back and recognise the work and the people behind it.

Just ask the folks behind the equally ambitious Fallout: London, which got over the hump back in 2024.

"The year is 2009," opens the 1.0 launch trailer for Xenonauts 2, a sentence that tickles me greatly considering the game's alternate future vibes.

It presents a vision of the world that differed greatly from my actual experience of worrying about swine flu and whether or not Yu-Gi-Oh!

And yet that is the reality of the turn-based tactics game, which exits out of early access almost three years after its initial release.

You can expect mods to work now too!

"This update contains the last of the technical work required for making mods work, including the ability to edit texture files using code mods and in-game UI for managing mods and uploading / deleting mods to Steam Workshop," developer …

In a new interview with Mega Crit co-founder Casey Yano over at PC Gamer, however, it sounds like a trio of new modes are in the works at least.

Yano explained that he's keeping three types of people/things in mind throughout developing the game when it comes to these potential new modes.

"The second one is for people who want to have the Slay the Spire experience, but not have the time to do so.

Those, to me, are the three different types of ways to interact with Slay the Spire that don't exist right now."

"Maybe having those modes dilutes the core experience and might not make it at all," he said.

I've never really been able to wrap myself around raising sim games such as the Princess Maker series.

Originally released on PC back in 2001, and later on PS2, too, Tomak: Save the Earth is set in a world where the gods have decided to destroy earth because of how rubbish humans are.

Enter Evian, the goddess of love (not the water brand), who arrives on earth only to have her body taken away by the other gods.

Oh, and you've got three years to "nurture her, prove that true love still exists, and help Evian regain her goddess form to save the world!"

It's all very silly with a good dash of earnestness about it, two qualities that often win me over when meshed together.

I miss the thrill of the egg hunt.

So lucky me, all I have to do is play Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor later this month, as the Vampire Survivors-esque spin-off is getting such a mission type as part of its upcoming Heavy Duty expansion later this month.

It is quite literally an Egg Hunt mission type, a returning experience from the original game, but with a Survivor spin.

Developer Funday Games explains the core difference with the original game's Egg Hunt thusly: "Unlike the classic Egg Hunt in Deep Rock Galactic, which flows from point A → B → C, the DRG:S version introduces a star-shaped pattern.

Eggs are collected and delivered back to a central cargo pod, so you’ll constantly branch ou…

The latest Steam hardware survey cites Linux as accounting for over 5% of the install base.

Though, Linux's trajectory in these surveys isn't a line that's going straight up, with the January survey putting it at 3.38%.

Either way, Linux installs sit above Mac, but well below the ever-dominant Windows.

The latter's at 92.33% in this latest survey, split 66.85% to 25.36% between Windows 11 and Windows 10, with the overall number being down slightly from February's 96.61% and January's 94.62%.

So, this latest number could turn out to be a sign of Linux starting to make more substantial inroads into that dominance, but I'd say it's certainly not worth rushing to conclusions yet.

Take-Two Interactive, the parent company of GTA developer Rockstar Games, has reportedly laid off its AI team, including its head of AI.

Take-Two boss Strauss Zelnick has previously plainly stated that AI is incapable of creativity of its own, but this is his strongest message yet that Take-Two's approach to AI bucks an industry trend that has seen more and more studios pivot to AI tools, most recently at the cost of human translators and human-made in-game artwork.

Before leading Take-Two's AI efforts, Dicken ended his decade-long tenure at Zynga as senior director of applied AI.

He has now established LuDic AI, a consulting service "around the best-practice use of AI technologies for game…

Amazon has allegedly asked for the TV adaptation of Mass Effect to be rewritten to make it "more appealing to non-gamers".

Amazon's Mass Effect TV adaptation was officially announced in November 2024.

Last summer, it was revealed the Mass Effect series would be helmed by many of the team behind Amazon's Fallout show, the incredibly successful game-to-TV adaptation that notably takes inspiration from the games without following them directly.

Amazon has provided no details about the show's story, so it's unclear whether it will be based on BioWare's original Mass Effect trilogy or focus on entirely new characters in the same universe.

Fans have guessed this could be a male Commander Shepard,…

4th AprilHello and welcome back to our regular feature where we write a little about the games we've been playing.

Here's another question: do you remember what you were playing last week?

The What We've Been Playing archive has you covered.

Super Mario Galaxy, SwitchI realised over the weekend that my kids haven't played Super Mario Galaxy, so before they inevitably see the film version of Mario's planet-hopping escapade, I decided to introduce them to what I still believe to be one of the best platformers of all time, and I'm having a hoot.

I've also been playing more Slay the Spire 2 because of course I have.

I worried about Slay the Spire 2 before its early access release because everything I saw reminded me of the original.

Slay the Spire 2 early access review Developer: Mega CritMega Crit Publisher: Mega CritMega Crit Platform: Played on PCPlayed on PC Availability: Out now in early access on PC (Steam)The layers of newness I'd considered pastry-thin were thicker in reality.

They are not remarkable because Slay the Spire has added new characters before (RIP The Watcher, who doesn't return here).

It's this bold and slightly unhinged way of thinking about a card game that sets Slay the Spire 2 apart.

It would be remiss to continue without underlining that Slay the Spire 2 is in early access, th…

Former director of The Last of Us multiplayer game has claimed the cancelled online project was roughly "80 percent" finished when it was cancelled.

Speaking about the games industry during COVID, where online games saw a boost in players, Agarwal said Sony put a lot of money into Online games including The Last of Us multiplayer.

He claims the game was "doing really really well internally", and the team "developed it to 80 percent completion".

Agarwal describes this as a "devestating moment", as he had spent seven years working on the cancelled game.

Naughty Dog is now working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, which Druckmann has said is the studio's most expansive and expensive game.

So when other nautically minded sorts started seafoaming at the mouth over piratical PvE survival game Windrose's Steam demo a little while back, my metaphorical pegleg was pricked.

Quite a lot of the time, Windrose feels like an action game, and a slickly enjoyable one at that.

It's not just that Windrose feels incredibly polished for a game that isn't even out yet, but that there's clearly some proper thought behind it too.

You can even create your own fast-travel points, and it all makes for a survival game that feels respectful of your time.

But eventually, toward the end of the demo, you'll get your first proper ship.

PUBG is now the brand, Battlegrounds the game, and specifically it's the battle royale one we all played, often obsessively, in its early years.

PUBG: Battlegrounds Xeno Point Developer: PUBG StudiosPUBG Studios Publisher: KraftonKrafton Platform: Played on PCPlayed on PC Availability: Out 8th April on Steam and 16th April on PS5, Xbox Series X/SOnly now it's not!

Battlegrounds is getting a new PvE mode, entirely separate from battle royale, called Xeno Point.

It's probably best to think of Xeno Point as a kind of standalone game within PUBG Battlegrounds.

It's all the standard battle royale weapons, attachments, backpacks and the like, plus a special, slightly unspectacular anti-alien weap…

But that wasn't the only way AI tools were used in development of the game.

"During the development process, we may use procedural- and AI-based tools to assist with content creation," the Arc Raiders Steam page notes.

"Arc Raiders is the first real proof that Nexon can build something that lands with a global audience," he added.

As for what's next for Arc Raiders, Junghun Lee revealed that "there are multiple projects in development at Embark".

Arc Raiders provides us with a roadmap for success in Western markets, on consoles, and, with alternative pricing models."

Grand Theft Auto 5 is leaving Xbox Game Pass this month, across not only the Xbox Series X/S, but also PC Game Pass.

There's also Terra Invicta, which is leaving PC Games Pass on the same day.

In their place are of course a new selection of April 2026 Game Pass titles, which include Clair Obscur Expedition 33 on the 2nd April and Final Fantasy IV on the 7th April.

Grand Theft Auto 5 is obviously the biggest hitter of the games due to leave the service.

Right now all eyes are on its sequel Grand Theft Auto 6, which is set to launch later this year.

After plenty of teases, hype, and dedicated Nintendo Directs, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie finally made its debut yesterday.

Over on Metacritic, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie currently has a Metascore of 37, or Generally Unfavourable.

Image credit: Universal PicturesWe awarded The Super Mario Galaxy Movie two stars, with Christian Donlan calling it "quite bad, for quite interesting reasons".

"This isn't a Bowser movie, just as it isn't really a Mario movie or a Luigi movie or a Rosalina movie or any of that jazz.

There isn't enough space and time for anything truly memorable to develop," he wrote in Eurogamer's The Super Mario Galaxy Movie review.

Marathon's next few balance updates look to be massive overhauls for the extraction shooter's combat experience.

These include some "secret" changes which will aid solos and bring a more merciful option for those with some lingering Arc Raiders kindness in their heart.

These changes were inspired by Bungie's own observations, as well as feedback from Marathon players.

Now for the "secret" changes, which are real eyebrow raisers.

A new item to give a more merciful option between crews.

Resident Evil has been reaching new heights in popularity thanks to Resident Evil Requiem's massive success just in time for its 30th anniversary, but it all could end badly (again) if the next live-action movie effort is a disappointment.

With a masterful control over the horror-comedy balance, surely this up-and-coming filmmaker will finally crack the code, right?

The director was quick to point out fans will "crucify" him if his attempt (which arrives after 2022's awful Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City) also disappoints.

Will he find the sweet spot and deliver a unique rollercoaster ride without being Resident Evil in title only?

Resident Evil is currently set to infect theaters on…

Embracer-owned studios can't catch a break, and Eidos-Montréal has been hit over and over again by layoffs and project cancellations for several years now.

It's now unclear how the developer's future looks like, but we might have learned what happened behind the scenes.

Though Eidos-Montréal has been helping out with the development of Xbox-controlled titles like Grounded 2 and Fable, the studio was also working on the unannounced "AAAA" game that was put down recently.

The site has apparently seen in-game footage of the game as well (thanks to anonymous sources).

The most shocking reveal was that "the game was almost complete" and maybe even aiming to release later this year.

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Snail Games — китайская компания, известная за пределами Поднебесной прежде всего по играм серии ARK.

Как оказалось, дела у нее идут не очень хорошо, поэтому скоро ее акции могут исчезнуть с американской фондовой биржи NASDAQ.

Если он устроит биржу, то компании дадут полгода на то, чтобы привести дела в порядок.

По итогам 2025-го, франшиза сгенерировала 89,4% выручки издателя — если у ARK падает популярность, то Snail Games тут же сталкивается с последствиями.

Сейчас аффилированная со Snail Games студия Studio Wildcard работает над ARK 2 с Вином Дизелем (Vin Diesel), но до выхода игры еще далеко.

Она сократила часть команды, которая отвечала за работу над ИИ в компании.

Ранее генеральный директор Take-Two Штраус Зельник (Strauss Zelnick) неоднократно заявлял, что считает ИИ полезным инструментом для игровых компаний.

В частности, он убежден, что с помощью ИИ можно значительно ускорить и упростить производственную часть разработки игр.

В то же время Зельник признавал, что ИИ не под силам сгенерировать новую GTA, поскольку у нейросетей попросту нет таких возможностей, к тому же они неспособны придумать что-то действительно уникальное.

Известно, что по состоянию на февраль 2026-го в Take-Two испытывали «сотни» пилотных проектов, связанных с ИИ.

Власти Альберты сообщили, что iGaming-рынок и рынок онлайн-ставок на спорт станут регулироваться в провинции начиная с 13 июля 2026 года.

В результате Альберта станет второй провинцией в Канаде с регулируемым коммерческим сегментом онлайн-гемблинга после Онтарио, где подобные законы действуют с апреля 2022 года.

В январе, после утверждения поправок в законодательство, провинция открыла прием заявок от операторов и поставщиков услуг.

Для выхода на рынок компании должны зарегистрироваться в специальной комиссии (AGLC), а затем заключить соглашение с Alberta iGaming Corporation.

Для сравнения, в Онтарио за первый год регулирования объем ставок на спорт достиг 35,6 млрд канадских долларов, а iG…

Брайан Раффел (Brian Raffel) объявил о своем уходе из Raven Software.

Брайан РаффелРаффел вместе с братом Стивом (Steve Raffel) основал Raven Software в 1990 году.

Как отметила Raven Software в прощальном письме, всего под руководством Раффела она выпустила 42 игры, включая Black Crypt, Hexen, Wolfenstein, STAR WARS Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy, X-Men Legends и 18 частей Call of Duty.

В конечном счете, благодаря усилиям Раффела город Мадисон, в котором базируется студия, стал важным местом для игровой индустрии.

Теперь единственным главой Raven Software останется Дэвид Пеллас (David Pellas) — он делил этот пост с Раффелом в течение последних полутора лет.

Intergalactic: The Heretic ProphetCinemersive Labs — это молодая британская компания, которая занимается технологиями компьютерного зрения и машинного обучения, причем преимущественно в VR и AR-областях.

Sony убеждена, что возможности Cinemersive Labs пригодятся ей при работе над играми.

Она сообщила, что ИИ-компания войдет в команду Visual Computing Group и сосредоточится на совершенствовании игрового визуала.

В частности, Sony рассчитывает, что Cinemersive Labs поможет ей повысить качество графики, улучшить методы рендеринга и «достигнуть новых уровней визуальной детализации».

Будет ли Cinemersive Labs и дальше фокусироваться в основном на VR и AR, или она подключится к работе над графико…

Аналитики пришли к такому выводу, когда сравнили показатели игр за период с апреля по декабрь в 2024 и 2025 годах.

Как заметили в Ampere Analysis, с этого дня выручка игр от сторонних издателей начала стремительно расти.

В результате по итогам апреля-декабря 2025-го они заработали на консолях Nintendo в общей сложности 2,3 млрд долларов — это сразу на 76% больше, чем за тот же срок в 2024 году.

Любопытно, что при этом штучные продажи сторонних игр на консолях Nintendo упали на 2,5%.

Также аналитики раскрыли выручку 10 крупнейших сторонних издателей на консолях Nintendo уже после выхода Switch 2 — за период с июня по декабрь 2025-го:1.

1 апреля многие компании делают шуточные анонсы и в целом всячески разыгрывают аудиторию.

Аналитический сервис GameDiscoverCo тоже не остался в стороне и запустил инструмент Insights Lab , с помощью которого можно изучить разную нетипичную статистику в Steam.

Примечательно, что отслеживаемые данные Insights Lab вполне реальные.

Просто инструмент фокусируется на тех вещах, на которые обычно никто не обращает внимания при серьезной аналитике — вроде индекса гнева в отзывах, стоимости минуты развлечения, списка самых популярных слов в названиях игр и тому подобного.

Ниже — несколько любопытных наблюдений.

Издатель Hooded Horse и студия Overhype Studios поделились первыми данными о количестве проданных копий MENACE в новостном центре Steam.

MENACEСтоит отметить, что 250 тысяч копий — это именно продажи игры.

MENACE со дня выхода доступна в подписке Game Pass, поэтому ее общая аудитория должна быть еще больше, но сколько всего человек ознакомились с игрой — не сообщается.

В честь взятия планки авторы MENACE выпустили крупное обновление.

MENACE вышла в формате раннего доступа на ПК 5 февраля 2026-го.

Регулятор рынка азартных игр Бельгии опубликовал данные по легальной части сектора за 2024 год.

Он сообщил, что в 2024 году выручка снизилась впервые с 2020 года.

Основное давление пришлось на наземный игорный сегмент, чья выручка упала на 7,59% до 690,41 млн евро.

Тогда как выручка от слотов снизилась на 11,95% до 384,75 млн евро (в основном из-за резкого падения онлайн-слотов на 23,8%).

Выручка от ставок на спорт упала на 6,59% до 364,3 млн евро.

Он объявил о ее запуске спустя всего неделю после того, как Sony закрыла его предыдущую студию Dark Outlaw Games.

Джейсон Бланделл (Jason Blundell) сделал анонс 31 марта во время стрима на Twitch со своим коллегой из Dark Outlaw Games Джей Си Фармером (JC Farmer).

Разработчики признались, что за последние несколько дней получили много поддержки от геймеров, которых огорчило закрытие Dark Outlaw Games.

Напомним, Бланделл — ветеран игровой индустрии, больше десятилетия проработавший в Treyarch над различными частями серии Call of Duty.

В 2024 году он запустил Dark Outlaw Games, которая тоже долго не просуществовала.

Goat Simulator 3 MobileО закрытии Coffee Stain Malmö сообщил в LinkedIn руководитель студии Даниэль Перссон (Daniel Persson).

Он рассказал, что решение приняла материнская компания Coffee Stain Group, но вдаваться в подробности не стал.

Не исключено, что Coffee Stain Group двигало желание сократить расходы или оптимизировать структуру.

Как заметил портал MobileGamer, на момент закрытия в Coffee Stain Malmö работали 17 человек.

Были ли в итоге они все уволены или кого-то перевели в другие команды Coffee Stain Group — неясно.

Шведский регулятор Spelinspektionen представил правительству отчет с мерами, которые операторы без шведской лицензии могут применять для недопуска пользователей из Швеции.

Среди предложений — геоблокировка, стоп-сообщения, отказ в доступе при невозможности определить геолокацию, а также при попытках обойти технические ограничения.

По оценке регулятора, это ограничивает меры против нелицензированных операторов случаями, когда только удается доказать использование шведского языка или шведской кроны.

Spelinspektionen предлагает заменить этот подход: сделать так, чтобы гемблинг считался представленным в Швеции, если в нем могут участвовать находящиеся в стране пользователи.

Регулятор также пред…

Сколько всего человек добавили Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era в список желаемого к сегодняшнему дню — достоверно неизвестно.

Но если верить данным сервиса Gamalytic, то стратегия может похвастать уже 1,8 млн вишлистов в Steam.

Также отметим, что в свое время отличные результаты показала демоверсия Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era.

На фоне всего этого у демки сформировался «В основном положительный» (78%) рейтинг в Steam.

Сыграть в раннюю версию Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era можно будет в Steam и Microsoft Store.

В нашей традиционной рубрике — много данных и графиков о выручке, продажах и других метриках главных новинок, а также информация об интересных рекордах и самых ожидаемых играх апреля.

Для оценки продаж, выручки и других метрик мы традиционно опирались не только на официальные данные от разработчиков и издателей, но и на информацию из сторонних источников.

В прошлом месяце в Steam вышло 2227 новых тайтлов, что на 24,5% больше по сравнению с аналогичным периодом в 2026 году.

Интересно, что отметка в 2227 тайтлов — абсолютный рекорд по количеству релизов за отдельно взятый месяц в истории Steam.

Далее мы рассмотрим показатели главных новинок и разбавим эту информацию данными по консольному рын…

First, we learned that holiday sales of Switch 2 had disappointed, potentially leading to the company dropping its targets and slowing manufacturing of the console.

On a meta level, too, Pokopia is doing what Nintendo does best; rescuing itself from some rather dubious strategic decision-making by making really, really good games.

For all Nintendo's development excellence, Switch 2 has had an uncharacteristically weak software slate since it launched.

Instead, with Switch sales holding up well even very late in its lifecycle, the allocation of resources to the new system seems to have arrived late and reluctant.

"The sales pitch of Switch 2 for the past year has essentially been 'buy this t…

However, keeping Candy Crush as a forever game brings challenges, such as sustaining a massive player base and managing a game with over 21,000 levels.

Candy Crush Live has been around for 14 years, which means we have more than 21,000 levels, lots of events and features.

"When we launched Candy Crush, we could never have imagined it could be a forever game.

Ryott notes that longtime players have "certain expectations" of King, that Candy Crush is "bite-sized entertainment and that will always be the core."

We really need to think carefully when we do big innovations.

Independent game publisher Indie.io is launching a subscription service called Indie Pass, which will offer access to a revolving catalogue of indie games for $6.99 a month.

| Image credit: Indie.io"Candidly, one of the biggest challenges indie developers face right now is the sheer number of games out there.

Mitchell is also confident that Indie Pass will not damage games' sales performance, counter to concerns expressed over Microsoft's Game Pass service.

Mitchell says that the plan is for new games to be added "regularly" to Indie Pass.

Mitchell says that Indie Pass has received a lot of inbound interest in the back catalogue point.

Goat Simulator developer Coffee Stain has closed its mobile-focused Malmö studio.

It's unclear whether the team was laid off or reassigned within Coffee Stain Group.

Coffee Stain was spun out from Embracer Group last December.

In April 2024, Embracer announced it would be split into three entities: Asmodee Group, Coffee Stain and Friends, and Middle-Earth Enterprises.

Coffee Stain and Friends was subsequently rebranded as Coffee Stain Group, and Middle-Earth Enterprises became Fellowship Entertainment.

MechWarrior 5: Clans developer Piranha Games has reportedly conducted a round of layoffs.

GamesIndustry.biz has contacted Piranha Games for confirmation and the number of employees affected.

Last January, Swedish games firm Enad Global 7 (EG7) cut staff at Piranha Games and shut down Toadman Interactive.

The cuts affected 38 employees at Piranha Games following a "business operation plan" after MechWarrior 5: Clans launched.

Later that year, the company purchased Piranha Games for $24.1 million.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has rejected Nintendo's patent that involves an in-game character summoning a sub-character to aid it in battle.

Pocketpair acknowledged the lawsuit and said it would begin legal proceedings and investigate the patent infringement claims.

In September 2025, Pocketpair announced that Palworld would exit early access in 2026, despite ongoing litigation.

"We remain involved in prolonged legal proceedings regarding alleged patent infringement," Pocketpair said following the May patch.

In October 2025, the Japan Patent Office denied Nintendo's patent application for its capture-and-release mechanic.

The 2026 Limit Break mentorship program has opened applications to participants from the UK and Irish games industry.

Applications are open on the Limit Break website until midnight on April 20.

"Limit Break helps our members build long-lasting connections and grow, develop and be inspired as part of a dynamic and supportive community.

"Despite some pretty challenging circumstances, we were still able to deliver our CPD-accredited training, our diverse lineup of roundtables and events, and the core mentorship program.

It’s a common misconception that Limit Break is only to help people early in their careers, but it’s for people at all stages.

IGN Entertainment, the parent company of GamesIndustry.biz, has put tickets on sale for consumer event IGN Live, which returns to Los Angeles on 6-7 June.

The event includes two days of livestream showcases including exclusive game reveals, new trailers and celebrity interviews, and a showfloor featuring hundreds of playable games.

Audience figures for the 2025 event included 119 million video views, 258 million social impressions, and a reach of more than 204 million, alongside thousands of attendees to the live event.

IGN Live 2026 will be streamed live across IGN platforms including the IGN homepage, Twitch and YouTube.

The event itself takes place from June 6 to 7 at the Magic Box @ The…

Social VR gaming platform Rec Room has announced its closure on June 1, 2026.

In a blog post, developer Rec Room Inc. said that despite the platform's success, it "never quite figured out how to make Rec Room a sustainably profitable business."

From June 1, players will not be able to log in to or play Rec Room.

The website will go offline, and services related to Rec Room Studio will be unavailable.

The latest update means users can no longer create new accounts, add friends, sign up for Rec Room+, receive token rewards, or create new monetised UGC content.

Organisers of this year's Develop:Brighton conference have announced Ustwo Games as its first keynote speaker.

The studio's CEO Maria Sayans, CCO Daniel Gray, and CDO Peter Pashley will discuss the developer's 14-year history in a fireside chat titled 'Ustwo Games: A Positively Playful Business'.

Earlier this year, Ustwo announced it was shifting focus to PC to have a "more direct" relationship with its audience.

Develop:Brighton 2026 will take place from July 14 to 16 at the Hilton Brighton Metropole.

GamesIndustry.biz is a media partner for Develop:Brighton 2026.

South Korean developer Shift Up has acquired Unbound, a new studio founded by industry veteran Shinji Mikami.

Shift Up said the acquisition will "strengthen its global PC and console publishing capabilities with Unbound's upcoming titles."

In an announcement video, Mikami shared that Unbound is developing a "fairly large game" and aims to "create a masterpiece."

As part of the acquisition, Shift Up will publish Unbound's upcoming titles and support the studio in building "its own global service capabilities."

"I find it deeply meaningful to join forces with Unbound, which brings together a world-class development team led by Shinji Mikami," said Shift Up CEO Hyung-Tae Kim.

The Division team agrees with this analogy, but says that it is more like a bus.

Fredrik Brönjemark | Image credit: Ubisoft"You need to have people on board with you," says Fredrik Brönjemark, senior producer for The Division at Ubisoft Massive.

But the success of that DLC meant that Ubisoft wanted to keep The Division 2 going.

There aren't many games that have lasted as long as we have and aren't just still going, but are growing, too.

The Massive team says they have looked into going free-to-play, but it "never made sense."

Build a Rocket Boy CEO Mark Gerhard has addressed the end of the developer's publishing agreement with IOI Partners, stating that it "likes being able to control [its] own destiny as an independent studio."

Speaking to GamesBeat, Gerhard said that Build a Rocket Boy taking on sole publishing responsibilities for MindsEye will enable it to reprice the action-adventure game to make it more accessible to players.

"That will provide phenomenal value to our players – we're obviously continuing to invest in the game," said Gerhard.

Build a Rocket Boy ended its publishing agreement with IO Interactive's publishing division last month.

In a statement previously provided to GamesIndustry.biz, a Buil…

When ProbablyMonsters was founded by former Bungie chief Harold Ryan in 2016, the idea was to transform AAA development.

But Reid says ProbablyMonsters has "an aspiration to build a culture where great developers can do great things."

He's quick to reassure that there's no generative AI in ProbablyMonsters' games.

"Well, when you talk about the Xbox 360 era, you're going to tickle my fancy, because that was where I really worked with all of these guys in the beginning," he says.

And he's convinced that the future remains rosy for the kind of premium single-player titles ProbablyMonsters has committed to.

Seattle-based VR developer Polyarc Games has announced company-wide layoffs, though the number of affected workers was not disclosed.

Polyarc, known for the adventure-puzzle game Moss, stated it was unable to secure funding after the cancellation of a major project.

"We had to make the decision to significantly reduce the size of the company," Polyarc Games wrote on LinkedIn.

Polyarc Games was founded in 2015 by former Bungie developers Tam Armstrong, Danny Bulla, and Chris Alderson.

Earlier this year, Meta reduced its Reality Labs workforce by 10%, resulting in the closure of Twisted Pixel Games, Sanzaru Games, and Armature Studio.

Whether you’re running a Switch on the go, playing Xbox in another room, or extending your gaming laptop setup, a secondary display changes everything.

In other words, sharp images regardless if you’re gaming on the Switch, connecting a PS5 or extending your PC setup for extra workspace.

Plug it into your console and you’re good in an instant for big-screen console gaming in a hotel room.

You’re able to game in landscape orientation for hardcore gaming, switch it up into portrait orientation for livestream conversations, coding sessions, or reading files.

It’s the type of display that transitions from gaming into productivity and does so without losing anything.

EcoFlow’s best‑selling Delta 2 hits a record‑low $429 on Amazon as the brand clears stock after launching the Delta 3.

EcoFlow built its reputation on one device: the Delta 2.

It became the go‑to power station for campers and anyone who needed quick and reliable energy without the fumes or noise of a gas generator.

See at AmazonSimilar Performance Than Delta 3Although the Delta 3 has some improvements, the Delta 2 still meets the same sweet spot in terms of power, speed, and reliability all at a significantly lower price.

With a 1024Wh capacity and peak output of 1800W, the station can power most household devices, tools, or entertainment equipment.

Here’s my ranking of the toughest battles in Final Fantasy Tactics and some tips for how to beat them.

Fovoham WindflatsWhy it’s hard: Any fight against a character with Holy Knight abilities is bullshit, and the game throws this one at you super early.

What to do about it: This is the one battle I’ve never tried to beat without cheese.

Final Fantasy Tactics loves these little duels but they completely subvert the normal strategies the game usually incentivizes.

What to do about it: Not to sound like a broken record but you can try to break Wiegraf’s sword.

Well, a big ol’ Yakuza franchise sale, happening now on Steam, might help you finally check out this popular series.

And (almost) all of those games are currently on sale on Steam as part of a big Yakuza franchise sale that ends on October 23.

The other odd duck here is Yakuza 3 Remastered, which isn’t on sale despite being included in the sales event page.

Perhaps Sega made a mistake, and it will be marked down to $11 like most of the other Yakuza games in the sale.

Here are all the games currently on sale as part of the ongoing Yakuza/Like A Dragon sales event:

A major revelation for Pokémon fans is tucked in a corner of Lumiose CityI’m very early in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, but I just found something in Lumiose City I had to tell somebody about, or I might explode.

That’s what nearly happened to me, but luckily, I did stumble upon the Lumiose Museum in the northeast corner of the city.

If you’ve played Pokémon Legends: Arceus, you’re gonna want to stop by this place and check out one of this museum’s exhibits.

Arceus players will know that Hisui is the previous name of the Sinnoh region from Diamond and Pearl, and the historical setting of the last Legends game.

So one way or another, history has not forgotten them and what they accomplis…

And while many are excited to hop in and start catching pocket monsters, many fans aren’t happy with Z-A‘s small and boring map, which lacks the environmental variety found in past Pokémon games.

This location first appeared in 2013’s Pokémon X and Y. In those games, Lumiose City was just one of many locations included in the large open world.

However, in Z-A, Lumiose City is essentially the entire playspace, and that’s proving to be a disappointing fact for some players.

However, Z-A’s map isn’t just small, it also lacks visual variety.

At least if you buy the game on Switch, it mostly looks the same as the Switch 2 version.

Players have tested this on Pokémon they’ve found in the overworld, and it seems like, unless you defeat it in battle, Shiny Pokémon don’t despawn.ÂI found a Shiny Magikarp.

Enjoy pic.twitter.com/tA42rUM9iv — SBCoop (@SBCoop89) October 15, 2025LZA has special behavior to keep shiny Pokémon from despawning!

The game stashes up to 10 shiny Pokémon and keeps them from despawning if you leave the area.

Missing out on a Shiny can feel devastating, and fucking it up may lead to viral moments, but would you rather have a funny story or a Shiny Pokémon in your collection?

Now, if a Shiny Pokémon spawns nearby, you’ll hear a short jingle to signal to you that it’s somewhere in your vic…

Schofield’s last big game was 2022’s Dead Space-like The Callisto Protocol.

But the last time Schofield went to the publisher to talk Dead Space, it wasn’t interested.

“I went to [EA] recently and they’re like no, we’re not interested anymore,” Schofield told IGN.

“I said, ‘I can get back the leadership team.’ I need the models from [Dead Space remake developer] EA Motive, and I can save you 30 to 40 million dollars on the idea that I have.

'”But now that EA is set to be bought up by Saudi Arabia, assuming the United States government doesn’t get involved and block the deal, Schofield thinks there’s a chance for Dead Space 4 to happen, or at least for the franchise to be sold off and …

Treating yourself to a brand new pair of Beats earbuds costs less than $100 now.

One of our favorite in-ear options, the Beats Studio Buds, is back on sale.

See at AmazonTwo Listening Modes, Both Equally GreatThis pair gets you two listening modes: Active Noise Canceling mode and Transparency mode.

These also play nicely with both Apple and Android devices, so compatibility won’t be an issue, even though Beats is owned by Apple.

All things considered, the Beat Studio Buds can be a great investment for anyone looking for better sound, different listening modes, and a solid battery life.

The massively discounted bundle goes toward supporting charityThe Destiny 2 2025 Charity Bundle is almost too good to pass up.

At the same time, the bundle includes every paid piece of content for the game, including the upcoming Star Wars Renegades expansion, for half the price of a new game.

That’s infected the rest of the loot shooter with changes to the grind, gear, and progression that make the entire game a drag right now.

The Star Wars-themed expansion is teasing some interesting ideas and new modes.

So if nothing else, consider the charity bundle a super cheap ticket to witness the rebirth of Destiny 2.

Space Marine 2 will let you play multiplayer as much as you want for a limited timeWarhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is getting a free demo for anyone who hasn’t already played one of the best shooters of 2025.

The free demo will be available from October 16-20 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S and until October 23 on PC via Steam.

Space Marine 2 is a sequel to the cult-favorite Xbox 360-era third-person shooter that delivers an old-school emphasis on meat and potatoes gunplay but with the impressive visuals of a modern blockbuster.

If you choose to take the plunge, Space Marine 2 is currently half-off on console ($35) and 55 percent off on PC ($30).

But don’t forget, you’ll need a Game P…

Save 37% on two of the Govee pro gaming light bars over at Amazon for a limited time.

Specifically, these pro gaming light bars come in a two-pack and have been discounted by 37%.

Each pro gaming light bar has three sides of illumination to cast colored light all across your gaming desk and room.

See at AmazonControl your Govee pro gaming lights bars via the smart companion app on your phone.

These Govee pro gaming light bars can be just the decor your PC gaming desktop needs.

Not only is it still, allegedly, developing a Star Wars game, but the studio known for single-player story-focused games is now also working on a competitive multiplayer game called Spellcasters.

Quantic Dream has had quite the odd last few years, perhaps driving its desire for radical change.

Then, for one final surreal twist, Quantic Dream won part of this case but without ever disproving the allegations.

But what about Star Wars: Eclipse?

And that’s also, we are led to believe, still making Star Wars: Eclipse.

SanDisk’s SSD hits a record‑low price for ultra‑fast, durable storage on the go.

Speed, reliability, and toughness: that’s what really matters when you’re juggling files between your laptop or camera.

The SanDisk 2TB Extreme portable SSD checks all those boxes while hitting its lowest price ever on Amazon.

Right now, it’s down to $149 from $209 which is the cheapest it’s ever been for this storage powerhouse.

On top of the existing 29% discount, it’s probably the lowest price-to-performance ratio available from SanDisk in years.

Your laptop shouldn’t slow you down, whether you’re using it for work or studies.

Thankfully, grabbing a new machine right now doesn’t break the bank, as Amazon just dropped the 16-inch Dell touchscreen laptop to $1,000, a massive 62% off its original price.

And as if that wasn’t enough, you’re also getting a 4-in-1 accessory bundle worth almost $400 thrown in for absolutely free with your purchase.

Windows 11 Pro comes pre-installed as part of the accessory bundle, meaning you will have instant access to a bunch of productivity and security features right out of the box.

You’re saving a whopping 62%, plus getting a free accessory bundle of all the essentials that make it easier…

The 2026 XDS Insights Report examines how external development partnerships are evolving as they become a core part of modern production pipelines.

Download it here: XDS Insights ReportThe 2026 XDS Insights Report reveals an external development ecosystem that is no longer defined by whether it works, but by how it evolves.

Studios are relying on external development not just as overflow support, but as a core part of production pipelines.

AI Adoption Is Advancing Under GovernanceThe report also shows an industry taking a cautious, policy-driven approach to AI.

“External development partnerships have matured significantly,” said Carla Rylance, Advisory Committee Chair and Head of Programmin…

I can’t really describe it, but it’s like a video game version of bubble wrap.

“Feed the AI.

Unlock upgrades.

An active incremental where you feed an evolving AI with data and shape what it becomes.

Will it save the world… or take it over?”Anyway, you should go and play it (did I say that already?)

Share FacebookTwitterLinkedInMCV/DEVELOP has announced LightSpeed Studios as the sponsor of a new category at the MCV/DEVELOP Awards – the Player’s Choice award.

The Player’s Choice Award is now open for voting via Vote | MCV AwardsThe MCV/DEVELOP Awards have been around for over 20 years, and aim to recognise the successes of the UK games industry in every area that it excels, from innovations in game creation to accomplishments in recruitment, PR, retail and the media.

They’re a key industry event in the games calendar, and bring together its exceptionally talented people for a night of celebration and enjoyment.

Michael Pattison, VP Global PC/Console Publishing at LightSpeed Studios, sai…

[Industry news] Million-seller Co-Op Bullet Heaven The Spell Brigade Marches onto PlayStation 5 and 1.0 Release on Steam on April 29thShare FacebookTwitterLinkedInThis is a press release posted in addition to our usual editorial content.

Belgian indie studio Bolt Blaster Games has announced that the hit co-op bullet heaven roguelite The Spell Brigade will launch its full 1.0 release on Steam and will be spellblasting its way onto PlayStation 5 on April 29.

After selling over one million copies during Early Access and earning a “Very Positive” rating across 13,000+ Steam reviews, the 4-player co-op spellslinger roguelite is preparing its biggest update yet.

– A new Ascension system lets play…

BAFTA is pleased to announce a new partnership with Google Play, marking the charity’s ongoing commitment to celebrate excellence in the screen arts and games industry.

The year-long partnership will see Google Play become a headline partner for the 2026 BAFTA Games Awards, with a particular focus on strengthening connections within the games community.

The 22nd BAFTA Games Awards with Google Play marks one of the biggest events in the international games awards calendar, attended by industry professionals and reaching audiences worldwide through highly engaged content across @BAFTA socials.

Ben McOwen Wilson, managing director, Europe, Middle East and Africa for Google Play, said: “At Goog…

The Dave School of Digital Arts at Northbridge University has been named an Unreal Engine Academic Partner by Epic Games, recognising the program’s leadership in training students for careers in real-time 3D production across gaming, film and simulation industries.

The Unreal Engine Academic Partner Program recognises accredited colleges and universities that demonstrate excellence in teaching real-time 3D development using Epic Games’ Unreal Engine.

Through the Unreal Academic Partner program, eligible degree-granting institutions receive support designed to accelerate Unreal Engine-driven coursework.

Preparing students for modern production pipelinesBoth Unreal Engine technology and the D…

Limit Break, the leading mentorship scheme dedicated to championing diverse talent and creativity in the UK games industry, has announced the opening of applications for mentors and mentees for its 2026 program.

Since its foundation in 2019, Limit Break has welcomed over 5,000 individual professionals, representing more than 400 UK games companies.

The program’s impact has been recognised with numerous awards, most recently winning Diversity & Inclusion Champion at the 2026 Ukie Games Industry Awards.

Limit Break Director, Dan Thomas, added, “It is incredibly exciting to be able to bring Limit Break back for our eighth year.

Potential mentors and mentees can apply now through the Limit Brea…

Share FacebookTwitterLinkedInHi – Matt here.

I’m very excited to let you know that MCV/DEVELOP #1007 is now available: https://tinyurl.com/mcv1007As it’s my first issue on the magazine, I just wanted to leave a personal note thanking everyone who came up trumps content-wise for the issue, everyone who sent me nice welcome messages, and everyone on the team who made this first issue very smooth and panic-free.

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Share FacebookTwitterLinkedInDevelop:Brighton is delighted to reveal the first keynote for this year’s event: ustwo’s Maria Sayans (CEO), Daniel Gray (Chief Creative Officer) & Peter Pashley (Chief Development Officer) will be taking to the stage to present ustwo games: A Positively Playful Business.

ustwo games was born in 2012 inside ustwo studios, a digital design agency in East London.

In this fireside chat, Maria Sayans, Daniel Grey, and Peter Pashley will discuss the origins of the studio and how they’ve made games with a lasting impact.

They’ve spent years crafting interactive, memorable moments that not only entertain but also make a difference.

More speakers have been confirmed ove…

Share FacebookTwitterLinkedInThe MCV/DEVELOP Awards return on Thursday, June 18, 2026, heading back to the glorious Royal Lancaster Hotel, overlooking London’s Hyde Park.

The Player’s Choice Award is now open for voting via Vote | MCV AwardsABOUT Player’s Choice AwardNew for this year, the Player’s Choice Award puts the power directly into the hands of the gaming community.

Voted for by the public, this category celebrates the game that players themselves believe delivered the most outstanding experience.

From innovation and gameplay to emotional impact and community connection, this award recognises excellence as judged by the people who matter most — the players.

Criteria – mobile, PC or …

Share FacebookTwitterLinkedInEmma Smith and Jason Avent join an expanding lineup of industry leaders bringing real-world insight into scaling studios, navigating growth, and building lasting success.

With over 20 years in the industry, Jason has worked with companies including Electronic Arts, Warner Bros, Zynga, and Disney.

From founding Boss Alien (creators of CSR Racing) to leading successful exits and ventures, he offers a rare, firsthand perspective on building and selling game studios.

Emma, Founder and Director of Hestia Talent Partners, specialises in helping studios grow with confidence—cutting through complexity to deliver clear, practical HR strategies that unlock performance and…

Meridiem is pleased to announce that it will publish two Physical Editions of Super Meat Boy 3D for Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5 on June 30, 2026.

Developed by Sluggerfly and Team Meat and digitally published by Headup, Super Meat Boy 3D brings back the iconic and challenging platform game, but this time in 3D.

Meridiem is responsible for designing and manufacturing the physical Editions of Super Meat Boy 3D for Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5.

Super Meat Boy 3D – Standard Edition will include a sticker set and a reversible cover, and Super Meat Boy 3D – Special Edition, aside from the sticker set and the reversible cover, a special sleeve, a lenticular postcard, a cloth patch an…

Following a significant growth year in its PR & Comms division, Diva Agency today announces the launch of a new Creator and Community engagement team to lead fan engagement and influencer marketing strategy for its portfolio of entertainment clients.

The new division will service the agency’s global games and entertainment client base and will serve as a strategic bridge between its high-performing creative and communications teams.

Officially launching in March 2026, the team will be headed up by Creator and Community Director, Charlotte Willis.

“Launching this new division is the next step after a standout year of growth for our PR and Comms business” said Charlotte.

“Charlotte has been e…

Digital entertainment marketplace G2A.COM today announced the renewal of its long-term partnership with World of Warcraft professional guild Echo Esports.

This sponsorship supports Echo’s latest bid to become champions of the World of Warcraft: Midnight Race to World First (RWF).

The collaboration marks a decade of G2A.COM’s involvement in esports, with total investments exceeding €12 million globally.

Echo Esports Returns as a Top ContenderG2A.COM’s renewed partnership with Echo builds on over 10 years of investment in global esports.

As part of the ongoing collaboration, G2A.COM will again support Echo’s raid broadcasts with dedicated stream sponsorships, interactive activations, and a cu…

New regional event, delivered by Analog Events in partnership with Games Jobs Direct & Control Magazine, will celebrate the unsung heroes of games across Belgium, the Netherlands and LuxembourgRotterdam, Netherlands — March 2026: Game Dev Heroes, the awards initiative created to shine a spotlight on the often-overlooked individuals powering the games industry, is expanding internationally with the launch of Game Dev Heroes Benelux 2026.

Game Dev Heroes Benelux is being delivered in partnership with Control Magazine, the long-established developer publication serving the games industry in the Netherlands and Belgium.

Together, the partnership brings regional insight, industry credibility and…

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ASUS has released a new BETA BIOS for its X870 motherboards, which adds support for a future Ryzen CPU, could it be Ryzen AI 400 or 9950X3D2?

ASUS X870 Motherboards Receive Support For A Future AMD Ryzen CPU In Latest BIOSASUS has rolled out a new BETA BIOS for its X870E and X870 motherboards, which adds support for a future CPU.

This new BETA BIOS is based on the AGESA 1300a firmware.

Now coming to the part about the future CPU, well, this could point to two things: either the Ryzen AI 400 series or the Ryzen 9 9950X3D2.

The following is the full list of ASUS X870E/X870 motherboards that have received this BIOS:ROG CROSSHAIR X870E HERO BETA BIOS 2103 DownloadROG CROSSHAIR X870E HERO BTF BE…

Apple only stated that the MacBook Neo ships with either a 256GB or 512GB SSD, because if the company had mentioned how fast its NAND flash storage is, potential customers might be discouraged from picking it up.

What’s even disappointing is that in the list provided below, the 13-inch MacBook Air, which has the slowest speeds from the pack, is faster than the MacBook Neo.

Blackmagic Disk Speed Test (read)14-inch M5 MacBook Pro - 6752.1MB/s (M5 MacBook Pro is 324.3 percent faster)13-inch M5 MacBook Air - 6473.4MB/s (M5 MacBook Air is 306.8 percent faster)15-inch M4 MacBook Air - 2904 MB/s (M4 MacBook Air is 82.5 percent faster)13-inch M4 MacBook Air - 2833.3 MB/s (M4 MacBook Air is 78.1 per…

ASRock Says DeskMeet Series + Intel Arc A380 Will Deliver "Strong Performance" While Providing an "Outstanding Value"The sky-high prices of memory and SSDs have made it extremely difficult for gamers to build a budget gaming PC.

To combat this situation, ASRock is now recommending gamers to get its DeskMeet series desktop PCs and pair them with the previous-gen Intel Arc A380 GPU.

The Arc A380 belongs to the Alchemist family, featuring just 1,024 cores and 6 GB GDDR6 VRAM.

However, ASRock says that the Intel Arc A380 will deliver "strong performance."

With Intel's latest graphics driver optimized for XeSS 3 technology, the gaming performance of the Intel® Arc™ A380 has been significantly en…

At the Embedded World 2026 event in Germany, the hardware manufacturer ECS showcased its new embedded PC mockup called Liva P300, based on the Intel Nova Lake S. It's a mockup, so obviously, there is likely no Intel Nova Lake chip inside the system.

For comparison, the current Arrow Lake CPUs support 6400 MT/s, and the upcoming Arrow Lake Refresh is expected to bring 7200 MT/s speed support.

Image Credit: ComputerbaseUnfortunately, not much has been revealed about Nova Lake in this specsheet, especially the SKU and its specifications.

However, we do know a lot about Nova Lake from multiple leaks and reports we have been publishing on the website for months.

Nova Lake is the true successor t…

The launch of Apple's 'budget-oriented' MacBook Neo was a shocker for manufacturers like ASUS, but the firm now intends to compete in the same segment.

ASUS's co-CEO Claims Apple's MacBook Neo Is Limited To Content Consumption Due To Its SpecificationsApple's MacBook Neo is focused on bringing the intriguing elements seen in the traditional Mac and slapping a mobile SoC into a price segment that has made the Windows laptop industry rethink its strategy.

However, he also states that, given the device's specifications, Apple's MacBook Neo should be treated as a "content consumption" device, placing it in a category similar to modern tablets.

However, the MacBook Neo has ignited a race among m…

Crucially, clause 9.2.1 of the GDPA requires that all digitally delivered products be distributed only through PSN, explicitly prohibiting any alternative digital distribution channel.

Under this framing, there is no separate digital distribution market; it's all part of one competitive ecosystem.

Retail price control: Unlike the physical games market, where Sony has never set retail prices and competes with independent retailers, Sony has complete and sole control over digital retail prices.

Unlike the physical games market, where Sony has never set retail prices and competes with independent retailers, Sony has complete and sole control over digital retail prices.

We'll report again if th…

According to the report, while players won't be able to expect Dragon's Dogma II, we will get Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2, Metal Eden, Persona 5 Royal, and more.

The note about Dragon's Dogma II is regarding a rumor that gained some traction regarding the March 2026 batch of PS Plus Extra games, which highlighted Dragon's Dogma II and Final Fantasy XVI as the two headlining games.

Practically every month, a report from Billbil-kun at Dealabs accurately reveals which games will be included in the monthly PS Plus Essential and PS Plus Extra titles.

Their reports never include the full list, but they always include some of them, and they are always accurate.

On top of the titles revealed her…

NVIDIA has struggled to balance its consumer and enterprise opportunities, as Microsoft's CEO has reminded Jensen of his 'gaming beginnings'.

I joke with [NVIDIA CEO] Jensen Huang, if it wasn't for gaming [NVIDIA] wouldn't exist.

- Microsoft CEO via WindowsCentralOf course, Satya's statement is a 'mere' joke, but NVIDIA as a company needs to realize how the initial development towards GPUs began.

Eventually, as rendering demand evolved over the generations, we witnessed NVIDIA taking massive leaps in its consumer GPU lineups.

NVIDIA's CEO takes pride in his company's role in shaping the video game industry by providing the compute capabilities that drive it, but as of now, the industry is a…

Sucker Punch Productions has released Ghost of Yotei Legends as free DLC for all owners of Ghost of Yotei today on PS5.

It's a welcome return of the surprise multiplayer mode that players loved digging into in Ghost of Tsushima, but its arrival on PlayStation today, days after we learned more about Sony's evolving strategy with its PC ports, makes the strategy pivot sting even more.

We know that its Legends mode has been a success on both the console and PC version, and while the single-player campaign is arguably the bigger draw with both of Sucker Punch's Ghost games, its multiplayer Legends mode is really beloved by fans of both games.

⚔️🐺 Four classes🐺 Multiple difficulty modes🐺 Unique …

Google's Pixel 11 Pro Fold: A masterclass in ugly aestheticsOK #FutureSquad...

😏Once again, on behalf of my Friends over @Androidheadline 👉🏻 https://t.co/VdbjUHibpL pic.twitter.com/IjGVMnrG2B — Steve H.McFly (@OnLeaks) March 9, 2026Steve H. McFly has now revealed the CAD renders for the upcoming Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold.

To compensate for this rare bit of incremental aesthetic improvement, Google has of course chosen to equip the Pixel 11 Pro Fold with huge bezels that reek of an archaic, low-effort design.

All in all, the Pixel 11 Pro Fold fits perfectly with my imagined mold of how Google would design it: archaic, ugly, and nearly obsolete, with perhaps some salvation arriving from enhanc…

Monster Hunter Stories 3: Wicked Reflection focuses more on a darker narrative than its perhaps more lighthearted prequels.

Combat in Monster Hunter Stories 3 returns to the turn-based affair of its predecessors with a few new twists.

While there is a definite narrative throughline for Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, the game rewards and often expects the player to stop and instead focus on environmental conservation efforts.

[Editor’s Note: Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection was reviewed on the PlayStation 5 Pro.

8.6 WCCFTECH RATING Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection

"I have built my career on narrative-driven projects, and Nekome: Nazi Hunter is one of my favourite and most personal yet," said Barrera in a press release.

Nekome: Nazi Hunter tells a story of the Second World War through an intentionally narrow and human lens, grounded in character and consequence."

He's doing more than just punching them in the face, as his every move is a calculated act of revenge that transports players into his world."

Each mission in Nekome: Nazi Hunter begins with an infiltration, where you'll sneak around and take out specific targets and elements in each Nazi base you invade to ensure that you'll be able to survive the onslaught of enemies coming your way.

Hopefu…

The last general Nintendo Direct event took place in September 2025, and while we've had several Nintendo Direct events this year (like two Super Mario Galaxy Movie Direct events), we're still waiting for 2026 to get its first big Direct event.

Unfortunately, this year's iteration of Mario Day so far has not included a surprise Direct announcement, but we did get a release date for Yoshi and the Mysterious Book on the Nintendo Switch 2, the game that closed out September's Direct.

In the meantime, Nintendo Switch 2 owners can look forward to playing Yoshi and the Mysterious Book on May 21, 2026.

You can also experiment by giving creatures different foods to adjust what their abilities do, w…

Today, Pearl Abyss has revealed detailed PC, console, and macOS specifications for its highly anticipated upcoming open world action/adventure game Crimson Desert.

Owners of the most powerful console on the market, Sony's PlayStation 5 Pro, can look forward to the upgraded PSSR upscaler, which can reach 40 FPS when upscaling from 1440p resolution and 60 FPS (and more with VRR enabled) when upscaling from 1080p.

A Quality mode runs at native 4K with Ray Tracing Ultra, but it's stuck to 30 frames per second.

Conversely, owners of the least powerful console (Microsoft's Xbox Series S) will have to deal with 720p@40FPS or 1080p@30FPS, and ray tracing has been disabled, too.

Look forward to more…

X user and known insider Luke "100% Star Wars" claims to have seen the remake, and believes canceling Aspyr's version of the remake and starting from scratch was the right choice.

"If things continue smoothly, possible reveal this year…" the insider said.

With news of the Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic remake leaving the insider impressed, the community tried to pressure Luke "100% Star Wars" into sharing more information on what Saber is building.

The silence surrounding the troubled project almost deafening, it is good to hear something new about Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic Remake, even without any specifics.

Hopefully, the game's development has been proceeding as smooth…

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Arcadia Fallen II – April 9Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play AnywhereExplore a brand new adventure as a mage student of the Seven Winds Academy and experience a story that can be enjoyed by new and returning players of the series.

Choose from three different magical disciplines, and let your choices shape the personality of your character as you navigate school life during a time of great change.

As you uncover the story of Arcadia Fallen II, you will decide how you respond to the people around you and the events that unfold.

Tone labels help you avoid unexpected consequences, and choices with significant impact on the story are highlighted.

But no matter what you d…

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During this special instalment of Free Play Days –Assassin’s Creed Unity, Assassin’s Creed Syndicate, Assassin’s Creed Origins, Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, and the introduction of Assassin’s Creed Mirage will be available to play for free for all Xbox players between April 2 – April 6, no Game Pass membership needed.

Assassin’s Creed Syndicate – London, Victorian EraBest for: The gadget lover/dual playstyle playerAt the heart of Assassin’s Creed Syndicate are Jacob and Evie Frye, twin Assassins fighting to free 1868 London from the Templar’s grip during the Industrial Revolution.

Assassin’s Creed Valhalla – Viking Age EnglandBest for: The sandbox conquerorIf you lov…

Scott Pilgrim is back, with Scott Pilgrim EX (EX as in ex 😉) a new entry for the beloved franchise which has already conquered comics, a cult movie, anime, and video games.

The Vegans are aggressive about their dietary choices, the Robots are doing robot things, and the Demons are just classic demons being demons.

The pixel art is gorgeous, packed with hilarious background details you’ll miss because you’re too busy roundhouse kicking a vegan.

And my favorite part: you can finally play as a member of the former Evil Exes.

With seven playable characters, unique endings, and enough replayability to justify your life choices, Scott Pilgrim EX absolutely delivers.

Even better – they now are ALL in 4K 60 FPS on Xbox Series X.Assassins Creed Valhalla, Assassins Creed Unity, Assassins Creed Odyssey, Assassins Creed Origins and Assassins Creed Syndicate are available this weekend for all Xbox players to play from Thursday April 2 until Monday, April 6.

Assassins Creed Mirage is free for all Xbox members to try with a 2-hour limited timed trial during the Free Play Days period.

Assassin's Creed Syndicate Ubisoft ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 5919 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ $29.99 $23.99 Get it now Xbox Game Pass Assassin’s Creed SyndicateLondon, 1868.

Assassin's Creed® Mirage UBISOFT ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 2024 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Get it now Xbox Game Pass Assassins Creed MirageOptimized for Xbox Series X|S, Smart…

On Monday, we announced that Xbox FanFest will return alongside Xbox Games Showcase 2026, and that’s just the start.

In celebration of our 25th anniversary, Xbox FanFest will go on tour, so that we can share this very special year alongside you, the players who have helped shape our history every step of the way, and will continue to shape for the next 25 years.

Each FanFest event will be unique to the location in which it’s held, celebrating the local Xbox community and the ways they engage with gaming, and the people that make it special.

Make sure to keep an eye on the FanFest website for information on how to secure your place at your local event, and for details on what will be happeni…

Summary Bright Future (v2.1) arrives March 31 as a free update for Super Animal Royale on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.

Xbox Game Pass members can also claim new Game Pass benefits for Super Animal Royale to celebrate the launch.

What we didn’t entirely know until Super Animal World launched was just how differently players would respond to that mix.

After spending more than two years building out the cozy side of Super Animal World, we also wanted Bright Future to make battle royale itself feel fresh again.

After more than eight years of building on Super Animal Royale, Super Animal World gave us a much better foundation for seasonal follow-ups that respond to player feedback while also ma…

Summary Frog Sqwad is a slapstick puzzle-platformer where up to 8 players can become silly frogs with sticky tongues.

Frog Sqwad is heading to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC and Xbox Cloud in 2026, and will also be available with Xbox Game Pass.

We started work on Frog Sqwad almost immediately.

With this in mind, we set out to make Frog Sqwad highly saturated, bold, and memorable.

Frog Sqwad is coming to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and Xbox Cloud June 2026 and will be available with Xbox Game Pass.

Summary Five of Wargaming’s current and upcoming free-to-play titles on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Xbox on PC, will begin to offer in-game benefits to Xbox Game Pass subscribers this year.

World of Warships, World of Warships: Legends, World of Tanks Modern Armor, World of Tanks Blitz and World of Tanks: Heat will all offer benefits.

If you’re an Xbox Game Pass subscriber on any tier, Wargaming’s free-to play titles across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Xbox on PC will soon begin to offer you new benefits.

World of Warships: Legends (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox on PC)World of Warships: Legends is a free-to-play online naval shooter with fast-paced combat, easy-to-learn gameplay, and …

Ascend to Zero launches July 13, 2026, on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC and Xbox Cloud.

It will be an Xbox Play Anywhere title and available day one with Xbox Game Pass.

I’m thrilled to reveal the Xbox version of Ascend to Zero, a time-bending action roguelike from Flyway Games that was part of last week’s Xbox Partner Preview broadcast.

New ideas always start small — but that smallness can sharpen them into something more focused, more distinct, and more fun.

Ascend to Zero launches July 13, 2026, on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC and Xbox Cloud.

Summary To celebrate Xbox’s 25th anniversary, Xbox and Fanta have partnered to launch a delicious special-edition collection of Fanta bottles and cans inspired by iconic Xbox franchises.

This special-edition collection features characters from Halo, Call of Duty, World of Warcraft, Forza Horizon 6, and Diablo IV.

Starting in April, fans will be able to purchase a special-edition collection of Fanta cans and bottles, featuring packaging inspired by some of gaming’s most legendary franchises.

Alongside the collection, Fanta is introducing a brand-new special edition flavor, Fanta Crimson.

Turn Every Fanta into an Xbox AdventureStarting in April, fans can scan the QR codes on the special-editi…

It’s time for another look at the future of gaming – Xbox Games Showcase 2026 will air on Sunday, June 7, starting at 10am Pacific / 1pm Eastern / 6pm UK time.

It will be followed immediately by a deep-dive into the return of one of Xbox’s most legendary franchises in the form of Gears of War: E-Day Direct.

We’ll begin the day with our annual Xbox Games Showcase, including first gameplay looks and huge news on upcoming titles from our first-party studios across the Xbox family, as well as our third-party partners around the globe – from the biggest franchises to soon-to-be indie darlings.

Gears of War: E-Day Direct will take players into the start of Emergence Day, offering new details, gam…

Birthday Boy‘s central revelation that the protagonist’s childhood tormentor was his own father in clown disguise strikes at fears that transcend generations.

Classic horror enthusiasts will recognize the psychological depth reminiscent of films like “The Shining”, which also happens to be “almost” my all time favorite “psychological horror movie”.

Physics Powered CatharsisWhat sets Birthday Boy apart is how it transforms horror tropes into meaningful interaction.

Instead of feeling victimized by the horror, you’re working through it with the support of your in-game psychiatrist.

Birthday Boy launches on Xbox Series X/S Today.

Taking the stage as the newest DLC for the kaiju fighting game, the GigaBash – Final Ascension DLC introduces two original characters, two brand new maps, new music, and a whole new Story Mode chapter as the main event.

This newest DLC marks our third original piece of content after the Mighty Warriors DLC and the free MechaJuras DLC released last year.

And through the burning spirit of a true hero, Gaya Gigaman can empower his moves with his Flare ability.

The new Story Mode chapter is meant to be a celebration of the entire GigaBash original roster, so keep an eye out for all of our Titans.

Are you Gaya Gigaman, the hero of everyone’s hopes and dreams, your fire burning bright even after …

Summary Way of the Hunter 2 is coming to Xbox Series X|S.

New Laurentia is your vast, new hunting paradise, with over 30 species to explore and every hunter’s dream lodge.

The THQ Nordic & Nine Rocks teams are excited to announce that we’re bringing gaming’s most authentic hunting simulator – Way of the Hunter 2 – to Xbox Series X|S.

Over the past several years our teams have worked closely together with our active and dedicated community of simulation hunters to create the ultimate hunting game.

All of this and more is coming soon to Xbox Series X|S in Way of the Hunter 2.

Last week, we asked you to share gaming sidekicks using #PSshare #PSBlog.

_muhdfarezwan_ shares Cloud kicking it with the people he’s closest to in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.

Search #PSshare #PSBlog on Twitter or Instagram to see more entries to this week’s theme, or be inspired by other great games featuring Photo Mode.

Want to be featured in the next Share of the Week?

THEME: Resident Evil RequiemSUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on April 8, 2026Next week, share some great (spoiler free) moments from Requiem using #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured.

Like thisBaseball and vast open worlds led the charts in March.

It’s time to see which PS5, PS4, PS VR2, and free-to-play games topped last month’s download charts.

In March, MLB The Show 26 led the US charts, while Crimson Desert took the top spot in the EU and ranked among the top three in the US.

Meanwhile, The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin dominated the free-to-play charts.

Game upgrades or games bundled with hardware not includedFree to Play (PS5 + PS4)

Like thisSEGA and Lizardcube, the team behind the hit brawler Streets of Rage 4, have released the SEGA Villains Stage DLC for SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance!

■About SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance DLC “SEGA Villains Stage”Face off against legendary SEGA bosses Goro Majima (Like a Dragon & Yakuza series), DeathAdder (Golden Axe series) and Dr. Eggman (Sonic series) in a journey across dimensions!

Message from Takaharu Terada (SEGA Senior DirectorView and download imageDownload the image close CloseThank you all for playing SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance.

Digital Deluxe Edition and Digital Deluxe Upgrade AvailableJump into SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance with all its DLC by picking up the Digital Deluxe Edition!

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Like thisApril’s PlayStation Plus Monthly Games lineup features three games available to all PlayStation Plus members*.

Battle your way to a demonic god in Lords of the Fallen, relive (or discover) Lara Croft’s first adventures with Tomb Raider I-III Remastered, and battle foes solo or together in co-op action game Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream.

These titles will be available to all PlayStation Plus members from Tuesday April 7 until Monday May 4.

View and download imageDownload the image close CloseTomb Raider I-III RemasteredPlay the original three Tomb Raider adventures: for the first time ever, play the complete experience with all expansions and secret levels on modern platforms …

Like thisIt's time to vote for the best gaming experience that sprang up last month.

Some big new releases included Marathon, Crimson Desert, MLB The Show 26, and Scott Pilgrim EX.

At the end of every month, PlayStation Blog will open a poll where you can vote for the best new game released that month.

If you were only able to recommend one new release to a friend that month, which would it be?

The PlayStation Blog editorial team will gather a list of that month’s most noteworthy releases and use it to seed the poll.

Like thisOn April 7, we’re officially offering the new upgraded version of PSSR (PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution) to Assassin’s Creed Shadows PS5 Pro players, alongside Title Update 1.1.9.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows was supporting the original PSSR since its launch and now will be among the first titles to offer this new version, launching April 7 at 7:00am Pacific Time.

Here’s a deeper look at the optimization it brings to the image quality overall:Improved image quality across all modesWith the upgraded PSSR, image quality is consistently improved throughout the game.

“Integrating the upgraded PSSR into Assassin’s Creed Shadows was straightforward — the code changes were minimal, almo…

Play VideoHere at Gameplay Group International we are proud to announce our partnership with PM Studios to publish Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game.

Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game officially releases on July 2, and we are excited to bring this action-packed experience to players worldwide!

We’re also excited to share that Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game will launch at $29.99 for the Standard Edition.

In Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game, Azula dominates the skies with exceptional air mobility.

Fighters as different as Azula and Sokka highlight just how many ways there are to approach combat in Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game.

Like thisThis week the podcast crew discusses current gaming fixations and deep dive into the gameplay loop of Saros.

Sid, Brett, Kristen, and I are back this week to talk about our latest platinum trophy runs, hands-on with Saros, and more.

This week also features an interview with two Housemarque devs working on Saros — Creative Director Gregory Louden and Art Director Simone Silvestri.

Stuff We Talked AboutThe CastView and download image Download the image close Close Sid Shuman – Senior Director of Content Communications, SIE View and download image Download the image close Close Kristen Zitani – Senior Content Communications Specialist, SIE View and download image Download the image cl…

Last week, we asked you to celebrate 30 years of Resident Evil by sharing your scariest moments across the horror series using #PSshare #PSBlog.

Here are this week’s highlights:eugamerqualquer shares Leon ready to strike against the village in Resident Evil 4.lovers_nero shares the dog attack scene in Resident Evil.

juniaxe shares Jake facing off in Resident Evil 6.spider_zoo shares the creepy baby from Resident Evil Village.

call_me_xavii shares Leon being chased on the streets of Resident Evil 2.

THEME: SidekickSUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on April 1, 2026Next week, share sidekicks or companions that help the hero shine in the game of your choice.

Like thisFor Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines and Vietnam, the updated recommended retail prices and effective dates for PS5 consoles and PlayStation Portal remote player will be shared in this blog at a later date.

With continued pressures in the global economic landscape, we’ve made the decision to increase the prices of PS5, PS5 Pro, and PlayStation Portal remote player globally.

We know that price changes impact our community, and after careful evaluation, we found this was a necessary step to ensure we can continue delivering innovative, high-quality gaming experiences to players worldwide.

The updated recommended retail prices for PS5 consoles are effective st…

Like thisWith continued pressures in the global economic landscape, we’ve made the decision to increase the prices of PS5, PS5 Pro, and PlayStation Portal remote player globally.

The updated recommended retail prices for PS5 consoles are effective starting April 2, 2026 as follows.

For all other territories, please check with your local retailer or direct.playstation.com where it is available.

U.S.PS5 – $649.99PS5 Digital Edition – $599.99PS5 Pro – $899.99U.K.PS5 – £569.99PS5 Digital Edition – £519.99PS5 Pro – £789.99EuropePS5 – €649.99PS5 Digital Edition – €599.99PS5 Pro – €899.99JapanPS5 – ¥97,980PS5 Digital Edition – ¥89,980PS5 Pro – ¥137,980The updated recommended retail price for PlayS…

Like thisWhen Super Meat Boy first released, it quickly became a landmark for indie games.

So, when we began working on Super Meat Boy 3D, our biggest goal was simple: it had to feel like Meat Boy.

Very early on in development, we nailed down what really mattered for Super Meat Boy 3D: the core movement, the camera direction, and keeping the scope controlled.

Honoring an indie iconWorking on Super Meat Boy 3D alongside Tommy Refenes has been both an honor and an exciting challenge.

Super Meat Boy 3D launches on PlayStation 5 on March 31.

This Power Weapon, as it’s named, is activated with a full pull of L2, and with the right aim, its blast can take down one or more smaller foes.

And Housemarque’s beautiful bullet ballet is in full force in Saros, with hypnotic, deadly patterns firing your way with gusto.

And while undiscovered during our own hands-on, Housemarque alludes to tools also unique to an eclipse world-state that will aid your exploration.

It’s worth straying off the pathIn Saros, a level’s layout will alter every time you return to it.

“We have handcrafted levels, handcrafted art, handcrafted design, handcrafted combat encounters, and then we kind of connect them in a procedural matter,” says Silvestri.

Dynamic shadows reveal, and conceal, the threatShadows aren’t just visual dressing in Directive 8020.

Directive 8020 is built around split-second decisions that permanently shape your story.

Designed with PlayStation 5 in mindBeyond visual enhancements, Directive 8020 was designed to make full use of PlayStation 5 features, particularly the DualSense controller.

Step aboardWe’re incredibly proud of how Directive 8020 plays and feels on PlayStation 5 Pro.

If you’re ready to confront what’s waiting in the dark abyss of space, you can pre-order now on PlayStation 5 before Directive 8020 launches May 12.

Like thisPlayStation Store’s Spring Sale begins tomorrow, Wednesday, March 25.

You can preview a selection of titles right now with the below list.

Then, when the promotion is live, head to PlayStation Store to discover your regional discount pricing.

You can preview a selection of titles right now with the below list.

Then, when the promotion is live, head to PlayStation Store to discover your regional discount pricing.

Our first glimpse of Alex Garland's upcoming Elden Ring movie might be in a TikTok video shot by a lucky fan in the UK.

The cinderblocks bear the logo of Hedgehog Construction, a company known for providing "specialist scenery construction for film and television", according to its website.

Elden Ring movie set spotted #eldenring #fromsoftware #eldenringmovie #darksouls #soulsborne - YouTube Watch OnMore footage of the Elden Ring movie set #eldenring #eldenringmovie #fromsoftware #soulsborne - YouTube Watch OnNone of this confirms the set has anything to do with the movie, though.

Throxtv provided PC Gamer with a third video of the set that was taken earlier today by a friend.

Meanwhile, El…

The cut scene (cut cutscene?)

Miquella's character model appears to be the same as the one from his final scene in the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion.

A cut "Abundance and Decay Twinblade" was datamined years ago, shortly after Elden Ring's launch and long before Shadow of the Erdtree was announced.

Its item description directly connected it to Miquella's cut content.

Its model was later reworked into Euporia in Shadow of the Erdtree, further legitimizing the earlier datamined version.

Generative AI has wormed its way into all sorts of high-profile games, but plenty of developers have taken a hard stance against the tech.

Digital Extremes has just joined the chorus of anti-AI game developers, with community director Megan Everett telling GameSpot she's "very passionate about not having any of that shit."

"We are a very non-AI company and it is all humans making Warframe and Soulframe," she said.

I literally don't know if what I'm looking at is real, and I get so frustrated about it, it's so annoying … Nothing in our games will be AI-generated.

In the same conversation, Everett mentioned a recent community stream where someone submitted some AI-generated fan art of a Warfr…

In other words, the Mass Effect show was always gonna have an uphill battle—and a new report alleges a rewrite has been ordered already.

The report from The Ankler (via IGN) states that Amazon MGM Studios' head of global TV Peter Friedlander is reviewing various scripts for in-development shows, including Mass Effect, which is "on the verge" of a series order.

Friedlander has reportedly requested that the show be rewritten to be "more appealing to non-gamers."

Maybe this rewrite will help Mass Effect avoid that sort of pitfall?

You might remember that the Halo TV show had "absolutely no vibes," as former PC Gamer features producer Natalie Clayton put it.

Fallout: New Vegas Mod - Fallout New Vegas for the PS3 - YouTube Watch OnIn January, modder Zhang Yue Zhi brought things full circle, porting Fallout: New Vegas for the PS3 into Fallout: New Vegas for the PC⁠—it even has an added chance of insta-killing any character you hit with it, but only if you're rocking the beloved Wild Wasteland perk.

Ivan Perdona on YouTube has a nice video of the New Vegas version in action.

Article continues belowBefore reading up, I'd assumed this was a project to bring the overall experience closer to that of New Vegas' PS3 port: 20-30fps, 720p, probably even more crashes than the other versions somehow.

Like many cross-platform games of the seventh console gen…

With runaway pricing like the PS5's, it's hard not to wonder what the point of a console even is anymore.

For a long time, console gaming genuinely seemed like the most cost-effective way for me to play all the games I wanted at decent fidelity.

That relative affordability is one reason why I stuck with console gaming for so long, and resisted getting back into PC gaming until relatively recently.

Like many of the games I've played, finished, and enjoyed on PC lately, it's a focused experience—costing much less than $20 on Steam.

Despite having written for PlayStation publications for a huge chunk of my career, it's the Nintendo console I'm currently reaching for.

Terminally Online (Image credit: Future) This is Terminally Online: PC Gamer's very own MMO column.

Image 1 of 3 (Image credit: Square Enix) (Image credit: Square Enix) (Image credit: Square Enix)Baseline, the dungeon's bosses are all excellent, too.

Everyone involved at Square Enix who put The Merchant's Tale together: Its artists, its fight designers, and even its writers?

And sure, you can grab some furniture while you're in there—but The Merchant's Tale mostly just throws these annoying consumables at you.

Surely at some point in those nine months of playtime, Square Enix might be happy to go "right, the raiders have had their fun, let's let everyone else have-at"?

(Image credit: Build a Rocket Boy)Except a moment later, my boss—the one I'd taken on the speedbump tour—walked into the office.

But not so much fun that I didn't notice how bad MindsEye is.

(Image credit: Build a Rocket Boy)Elias Toufexis is in MindsEye and he plays Literally Evil Adam Jensen.

You can go a long way on that, it turns out.

MindsEye is a bad game, plain and simple, and I do not recommend it, unless you're into the whole "so bad it's good" thing and can find it for a tenner somewhere.

Halo: Combat Evolved may have finally ended PC gaming's reign as the de-facto FPS platform, but it was by no means the first shooter to try.

Nightdive's remaster also brought PO'ed PC to the first time, meaning we can finally see what our console brethren were up to in the early '90s.

As a shooter, PO'ed is iffy from the off, dropping you into a nondescript square room filled with enemies that immediately begin to attack you.

(Image credit: Nightdive Studios)Compounding this issue is a control scheme that feels rough even after it has passed through Nightdive's digestive system.

(Image credit: Nightdive Studios)There's no escaping it, PO'ed is terrible; a clunky, ugly, flatulent mess.

Indie Pass - The Subscription for Indie Games, coming April 13!

- YouTube Watch OnThere's a new subscription service on the block: Indie Pass, which promises access to "a curated catalog of games from indie developers" for $6.99/month.

Those who do bring their games to Indie Pass will earn revenue based on how much time subscribers spend playing their games.

Speaking to GamesIndustry.biz, Indie Pass director of growth Jess Mitchell emphasized discoverability as a reason for developers to join the service.

"Candidly, one of the biggest challenges indie developers face right now is the sheer number of games out there," Mitchell said.

These are the sorts of games that ScummVM, a tool that makes old games play nice on modern machines, excels at supporting.

Once primarily focused on adventure games, ScummVM has broadened its remit over the years to make all sorts of old PC games playable on all sorts of platforms, from modern Windows to Macs to the Nintendo Wii.

Then I give you Crime Patrol and Crime Patrol 2: Drug Wars.

Without bad adventure games, we'd never get great adventure game Let's Plays like Nextlander's Full Motion Vinny.

Use it to play an old Discworld adventure game, or Mad Dog 2: The Lost Gold.

Tesana is one of a few companies promising that we can all make games simply by typing prompts into a generative AI system.

It seems to me that generative AI offers ease in exchange for control over the details, which is no small thing if you believe that "art is all in the details."

It seems that where we differ is in how much we consider prompting generative AI systems to itself be an expression of creative vision.

And on how Tesana will compete with Roblox and other big companies slapping generative AI onto their products, he's holding onto a startup founder's necessary optimism that the small guy can beat the big guy.

For now, the first test games made by Tesana users have nothing to of…

"They're meant as little reminders to let you know what was unique about each adventure."

The previous beta balance patch sparked a massive backlash from players that resulted in nearly 9,800 negative reviews in one day.

This new Borrowed Time should go particularly well with high cost cards like Reap and Bury and help to flesh out other ways to play Necrobinder.

This new Borrowed Time should go particularly well with high cost cards like Reap and Bury and help to flesh out other ways to play Necrobinder.

This new version should make the entire fight high stakes and actually give the player a difficult problem to puzzle over turn to turn instead of making the fight about just living until t…

A Short Hike (Switch eShop) Publisher: Whippoorwill / Developer: Adam Robinson-Yu Release Date: 18th Aug 2020 ( USA ) / 18th Aug 2020 ( UK/EU )A Short Hike is a fat-free experience from top to bottom – or should we say bottom to top?

Ape Out (Switch eShop) Publisher: Devolver Digital / Developer: Gabe Cuzzillo Release Date: 28th Feb 2019 ( USA ) / 28th Feb 2019 ( UK/EU )The Nintendo eShop would be a considerably more exciting and interesting place if it were packed full of games like Ape Out.

Donut County (Switch eShop) Publisher: Annapurna Interactive / Developer: Ben Esposito Release Date: 18th Dec 2018 ( USA ) / 18th Dec 2018 ( UK/EU )Donut County is perfect if you're looking for a short…

First released on PS5 and PC in May 2025, The Midnight Walk can easily be compared to the work of Tim Burton.

A melting pot of Nordic folklore, religious ideology, and the original creations of its developers, A Midnight Walk puts you in the charred body of the Burnt One.

Captured on Nintendo Switch 2 (Handheld/Undocked)Early on you meet Potboy, the one (literal and metaphorical) source of light in your trek.

In The Midnight Walk, everything around you conveys menace.

A VR version of The Midnight Walk was developed in parallel and the directional audio carries over surprisingly well.

Subscribe to Nintendo Life on YouTube845kKate Gray, ContributorI've been playing an awful lot of Pokopia.

It's been somewhat of a Mario week since picking up Super Mario Wonder last week and watching the new movie!

Regardless I am spending most of the weekend inside playing Mine’s side story in Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties.

For now, at least, I’ll settle for the classics, so I’ll be playing a bit of Star Fox on SNES and Lylat Wars on N64 via the NSO apps.

Elsewhere, I’ve been playing a lot of Guilty Gear -Strive- on the PS5.

If you've been wanting to try out the System Shock Remake and happen to have access to a Switch 2, Nightdive Studios has now released a demo on the eShop.

This follows an update for the title on Switch 1 and 2 last month, which included some massive performance improvements on both platforms and should make the experience much more enjoyable than was at launch.

Performance has been stabilised, with Switch 1 now running at up to 900p when docked and 720p in handheld, both of which target 30fps.

Subscribe to Nintendo Life on YouTube845k"On the Switch 2, resolution is 1440p while docked and 1080p in handheld mode, with both now running at a consistent 60fps.

So, now is a great time to jump bac…

The team, which was also behind the music and rhythm series Patapon, shared the following update via the game's Kickstarter page.

It also wanted to make the "highest possible quality game", so the focus is on a smaller number of platforms.

While developing the game we again reviewed different options to release on these platforms and were able to add Switch 2 as an option.

In deciding the best way to use limited money to make a full online title, sometimes you have to prioritize different platforms.

As mentioned, for anyone who backed the game, the team will replace these legacy versions with any of the other versions of the game (including the Switch 2 release).

Nintendo is celebrating The Super Mario Galaxy Movie in all sorts of ways, and as part of this, a new event has now officially gone live in its free-to-download mobile runner, Super Mario Run.

This event will take place from now until 29th May 2026.

When you complete missions in the game during this event, you'll unlock statues of Mario and the other characters that appear in the new movie.

This Mario Run update follows on from a recent crossover event for Super Mario Bros. Wonder - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup In Bellabel Park.

If you want to find out more about Mario Run, check out our review here on Nintendo Life.

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie goes beyond the cinema with merchandise and much more.

It follows on from a Monopoly set for the original Super Mario Bros. Movie, which was released in 2023.

Here's a description along with the items included in this set:Travel through the Gateway Galaxy and into the world of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie!

In the Monopoly: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Edition game, players buy up locations from the film as they traverse the galaxy and collect Lumas along the way.

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Monopoly set is available now in stores and online on websites such as Amazon.

Movie Review The Super Mario Galaxy Movie - A Faithful But Overstuffed Sequel Good Easter Egg GalaxyStill here?

So, in no particular order, here are our picks for the best nods and winks in the Mario Galaxy Movie...#1 DK returns!

#3 Giant GoombasFor a movie named after Super Mario Galaxy, there are surprisingly few references to the iconic Wii title, with Illumination instead paying more attention to 2017's Super Mario Odyssey.

If you've played the original Super Mario Bros. [Surely a prerequisite for all Nintendo Life readers, no?

There are plenty more easter eggs in the Mario Galaxy Movie, but those are just a handful of our favourites.

This offers 64W charging (up from 45W on the Covert Dock 2) and can handle 14K/120 video (up from 4K/60).

"We've had a lot of questions about Nintendo releasing a future firmware update for NS2 that could interfere with Covert Dock 3 functionality," the company tells us.

"We don't anticipate this being an issue, but we designed Covert Dock 3 to be firmware updatable just in case.

Genki is twinning the Covert Dock 3 with an update of one of its other popular products, the ShadowCast 3 Pro ($89.99).

Both are priced quite reasonably, too – in fact, you can buy both for less than some of the leading video capture options on the market.

US retailer Best Buy has a Super Mario Bros. game card case offer live that's tied into the plumber's 40th anniversary year, and we're actually a little jealous of our pals across the pond.

As highlighted by the redoubtable Wario 64, you'll need to buy any two Mario games from their list of 38 (that's including physical and digital options) to qualify for the SteelBook-style case.

It's got all the usual 'while stocks last' disclaimer, although you'd hope there would be a substantial amount given that it's Super bloody Mario we're talking about here.

There's a mix of Switch 1 and 2 games in the offer including Karts, Partys, sports, and spin-offs.

Anyhow, some neat Mario-related stuff tied t…

However, Super Meat Boy never really got a proper sequel.

It’s not perfect, but Super Meat Boy 3D feels like a true sequel to the original 2D release, building upon many of its ideas while also pulling off the unenviable task of trying to make it all work in 3D space.

Meat Boy feels both responsive and floaty, perfectly matching his 2D counterpart and making it hard to blame any of your hundreds of deaths on loose controls.

Captured on Nintendo Switch 2 (Handheld/Undocked)Yet Meat Boy hasn’t made the leap to 3D totally unscathed.

Visually, Super Meat Boy 3D does a nice job of carrying over the colourful, gross, and violent aesthetic of the original game.

Back in the heady beforetimes of 2018, we reviewed a little indie game from Berzerk Studio that did exactly what it said on the tin.

If you haven't played it, you really should because it's excellent (ergo the 'Excellent - 9/10' on the end of our review).

If you've been waiting for an excuse to play it, here's one: Eight years on, it's finally getting a physical release.

Back in 2018, one *checks notes* Gavin Lane wrote, "the sheer verve of Just Shapes & Beats is infectious.

True to its name, the elements are simple, but Berzerk Studio explores and executes on its modest premise with an exceptional level of polish.

Update [ ]: Earlier in March as part of the annual Mario Day celebrations, Nintendo announced a Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 event for its Switch Online battle royale title, Tetris 99.

If you collect over 100 points, you'll unlock a special Galaxy theme, which you can see in the video above.

Nintendo is also offering a new batch of Switch user icons based on the Mario Galaxy series.

Their return leads into the Super Mario Galaxy Movie next month.

Earlier this week, Nintendo hosted a Direct for the upcoming movie, sharing a new trailer and some additional announcements.

With this in mind, Genius Sonority has today announced a Switch 2 version of its free-to-play role-playing title The New Denpa Men.

After arriving on the Switch eShop in 2024, the Switch 2 version of the free-to-play will roll out next week on 6th April 2026.

Paid items from in-game purchases will also be shared between the Switch and Switch 2 versions when using the same Nintendo account.

When The New Denpa Men launched on the Switch eShop, we gave it six out of ten stars calling it a goofy RPG with "the usual F2P irritations".

"The New Denpa Men is pretty firmly in the middle of the pack when it comes to Switch's freemium games.

If you plan to play the Switch release Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream on your Switch 2, there will be some slight improvements.

Additionally, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream runs at the "higher resolution" of 1080p in Switch 2's handheld mode.

Subscribe to Nintendo Life on YouTube845k"When playing Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream in handheld mode on the Nintendo Switch 2, you can play at a higher resolution (1080p) than using handheld mode on Nintendo Switch, regardless of whether Handheld Mode Boost is enabled or disabled.

Joy-Con 2 mouse controls are not supported when playing on Nintendo Switch 2."

For more information about the new Tomodachi Life, be sure to check out our previous "h…

What to expect from the top games like Coin MasterTake a look at our picks for the best adventure games for Android too!

Updated on April 4th, 2026 - reformatted and checked articleWith its engaging gameplay and endless fun, there's a reason why Coin Master is so popular with players worldwide.

And if you've gotten a taste for it, or simply need something to do while your Coin Master spins refill , then you've come to the right place.

Because we've ranked the best games like Coin Master you can play right now!The objective of Coin Master is simple.

Some of these entries do have more than a little similarity to Coin Master itself.

If you love a good challenge and aren't afraid to start over each time you lose, this list of the best roguelike games is for you.

If you love playing difficult games, where your actions and sometimes random encounters can have dire consequences, this list of the best roguelike games for iOS is specifically for you.

Needless to say, there are loads of roguelikes and roguelites on iOS.

Oh, and you should also check out our splendid list of the best RPGs for iOS while you're here!

Don't see your own personal favourite iOS roguelike or roguelite listed here?

An updated Infinity Kingdom tier listUpdated on April 4th, 2026 - Version 2.9.3Have you been wondering who the best immortals are in Infinity Kingdom?

Below, we're going to share our complete Infinity Kingdom tier list of immortals and give you everything you need to know about each one of them, so you can pick the best for your team.

Before we dive into the Infinity Kingdom tier list, though, let me give you a few tips about the immortals, so you'll know exactly why I've ranked them the way I did.

Of course, you can also take a shortcut and use some of these Infinity Kingdom codes for a quick boost!

Now that you're all caught up, let's check out our Infinity Kingdom tier list of the best i…

A little bit of bothRandgrid joins as an attack-type Celestial Guardian focused on defence breaksApril Fools’ hero Deo offers utility with silence immunity and event rewardsStory events, minigames, and login bonuses round out the updateSeven Knights Re:BIRTH has dropped a Celestial Guardian and a ranch-themed April Fools' hero in the same update.

An attack-type Celestial Guardian built around weakening enemy defences before landing a focused strike on the front row.

If you want to know where she lands in the current meta, our Seven Knights Re:BIRTH tier list is worth checking.

Introduced as the update's April Fools' hero, he comes with silence immunity and a set that focuses on utility, whi…

Updated on April 4th, 2026 - Version: 3.0.10If you're wondering who the best heroes are, our Gods & Demons tier list will surely come in handy.

About Gods & Demons tier listI have to mention that although I've also ranked the Epic and below heroes, most of them are all in the lowest tier.

I recommend upgrading the heroes at the top of this Gods & Demons tier list because those are the strongest at the moment.

Which are the best heroes in Gods & Demons?

Now it's time to dive into our Gods & Demons tier list!

So, we have ranked the historic leaders on this Heroes of History tier list that will help you make the best decision about choosing the right leader.

I have played Heroes of History quite a bit (and thoroughly enjoyed it), but when it came down to which heroes I should go for, things got a little tough.

Many heroes could be good for this or that, so picking just a handful of them is not easy.

Depending on what you currently have, you have to use heroes that are going to help your team's needs, even if they are not in the S tier.

That's why I have divided the Heroes of History tier list into attributes, so you can always decide what you need and assemble a team with good synergy.

Whether that's the Dragon Fruit or the Lemon Tree, our Garden Tower Defense tier list ranks all the plants you can summon!

With such difficult opponents, you'll soon wonder which units you should deploy to keep your defence intact - and that's where our Garden Tower Defense tier list comes into play.

Yes, we have a clear winner among these two (spoiler: it's the Lemon Tree).

You'll find out on the following pages - or better yet, why not claim the latest Garden Tower Defense codes too, so you can really get a proper head start?

Right then - let's take a look at the complete Garden TD tier list!

- Version: 1.34.101There is a significant imbalance between in-game characters in most modern video games.

This Eversoul tier list contains all classes, as well as a reroll guide that will allow you to get the most powerful characters at the very beginning.

Similar articles:EVERSOUL TIER LISTThis Eversoul tier list might differ from tier lists in other RPGs.

This guide includes 6 separate tier lists, each dedicated to a specific class.

This allows us to describe the most powerful characters in the game as clearly as possible.

As usual, we’re here to give you a boost and set you up for the journey with some handy redeem codes.

From coins to handy boosters, Hell’s Kitchen codes can help you fill your pantry with some valuable goods.

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That’s why you should bookmark our page and check back for new codes for Hell’s Kitchen every once in a while.

Disney Speedstorm has just announced its next update, Villainous Ever After, which is set to release in a few days.

And this time, instead of treating the villains as simple side attractions, this update builds an entire update around them.

Mother Gothel, Yokai, and Shan Yu headline the new racers, and they’re joining in the most villainous way possible.

Shan Yu, meanwhile, sends in his falcon to steal your power-ups before charging through on horseback with an avalanche behind him.

It’s a friendly reminder that Disney villains have always had more personality when they’re allowed to take centre stage.

At the very top of our Fruit Battlegrounds tier list, you'll find only Mythical fruits, which is not surprising considering how hard they are to obtainUpdated on April 4th, 2026 - Added: Ope V2P O P O has shaken up the Fruits Battlegrounds meta with the Magma + IceV2 update.

So, a new meta calls for an updated tier list.

This Fruit Battlegrounds tier list will rank all the fruits using six tiers: SS, S, A, B, C, and D. Tier SS is all about the OP ones - luckily, there are not too many of those.

On the contrary, Tier S and A are full of powerhouses that can give the OP ones a good run for their money.

And towards the end are tiers C and D. While the C tier isn't bad, it's not the best either.

One of our favourite strategy games on mobile got codes!

As such, we have meticulously collected every available Age of Empires Mobile code and explained how to redeem them in this guide.

If you are enjoying the game or need a helping hand, you probably should take a look at our Age of Empires Mobile tier list, as it will give you insights into the current state of the meta.

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In our Fortress Saga tier list, we ranked all the available heroes so you can have a clear idea of who should be out on the field and who you shouldn't bother with (at all).

There are a lot of heroes in Fortress Saga.

Even if that is the case, the heroes that are ranked at the top of this Fortress Saga tier list are the ones you should try obtaining and upgrading ASAP.

Can you reroll in Fortress Saga?

Did you know we have the latest Fortress Saga codes ?

A tier list and a reroll guide for this phenomenal visual novel, featuring a massive pool of characters and a gripping story to tell.

Check out our Atelier Resleriana tier list and reroll guide.

So, once again, we stepped up to the task and pulled together this tier list that ranks each Seraph Style's performance.

As the game's selling point is its quirky characters, don't let the Heaven Burns Red tier list discourage you from rolling for your favourite.

Hence, our tier list is geared toward how a Seraph can make your playthrough a breeze.

Get X-Particles, Mithril Mirrorshards, Coins and other useful gifts by redeeming active Ash Echoes codes listed here.

Here you will find all the current Ash Echoes codes that have been released for the game globally.

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Beat Saber was once again the most downloaded PlayStation VR2 game in March, despite stopping updates and ending multiplayer.

Beat Saber has been a top ten title on PS VR2 since its arrival, seemingly unaffected by the loss of multiplayer support and content updates.

Despite that, Beat Saber continues to thrive on the platform.

It was number one in overall PS VR2 downloads in 2025 and its lowest position in 2026 thus far was seventh place in the EU in February.

One title we know we won't see is another long-awaited release, the PS VR2 support for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.

WhatsApp SummariesMeta's displayless glasses can read out WhatsApp messages, if you want, and you can send a WhatsApp message by asking Meta AI.

Display RecordingA major issue I faced when reviewing Meta Ray-Ban Display was the inability to show you, our readers, what I was seeing.

0:00 / 0:10 1× The only current screen recording footage of Meta Ray-Ban Display comes from Meta itself, which seems to have an internal screen recording capability.

Neural Handwriting Wide RolloutIn January, Meta started rolling out Neural Handwriting to the Early Access program for Meta Ray-Ban Display owners in the US.

This will bring the total number of countries where the Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta glasses…

The latest addition to the Golf+ catalog of over forty courses is available now for $11.99.

This new DLC accompanies a new 2026 Azalea Collection with new clubs, headcovers, golf ball, golf bag, and putter grip.

"Towering high above the clouds, Dynasty weaves through ancient terraces, stone temples, and dramatic cliffs.

Serene, otherworldly, and rich with history, it blends calm beauty with bold elevation and unforgettable views."

0:00 / 0:31 1× Golf+ Dynasty Course TrailerGolf+ DLCs can range in price, depending on each course's length and complexity, going as low as $4.99 and as high as $14.99.

Developer Vertigo Games has announced the closure of its long-running VR real-time strategy card battler.

In a short developer post, Vertigo stated that the servers for RTS arena battler Skyworld: Kingdom Brawl will be switched off on July 11, rendering the game unplayable.

0:00 / 1:34 1× Skyworld: Kingdom Brawl TrailerKingdom Brawl first released in March 2019 on Viveport before a Steam release the following month and an Oculus Quest 1 port that September.

The game remains on sale for $9.99 though this may be a simple matter of platforms processing the delisting request.

The original Skyworld, which also lost multiplayer with the UNET shutdown in 2025, is also still available for $14.99 on…

Players who own The 7th Guest VR on Steam or PlayStation VR2 will get the upcoming flat screen Remake for free at launch.

Vertigo Games, makers of the upcoming The 7th Guest Remake for Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox and PC, have announced that players who have already purchased The 7th Guest VR on SteamVR or PlayStation VR2 will instantly gain access to the flat screen Remake when it launches later this year.

In addition, people who buy the flat screen remake when it releases will also gain access to the SteamVR or PlayStation VR2 version.

0:00 / 1:22 1×The 7th Guest VR is a VR remake of one of the most chilling and atmospheric PC puzzle games from the early 1990s.

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For April 2026, Meta is bringing three games to its Games Catalog, as well as two Monthly Games for Horizon+ subscribers.

Vacation Simulator0:00 / 1:26 1×By the makers of Job Simulator, Vacation Simulator is a wacky approximation of what humans call "relaxation."

Horizon+ Monthly GamesIn addition, April's Horizon+ Monthly Games are the action shooter Vendetta Forever and puzzler The House of Da Vinci VR.

The House of Da Vinci VR0:00 / 1:33 1×The House of Da Vinci VR is a captivating puzzle adventure that immerses you in the world and time of famed inventor Leonardo Da Vinci.

Horizon+ Games Catalog GamesHorizon+ continues offering a Games Catalog of Quest titles that any subscriber can acces…

The developer of Zero Caliber and Gambit confirms it is working on two new VR titles, including a Far Cry inspired shooter.

XReal Games, the team behind the Zero Caliber series, announced it is developing two new titles with both expected to release sometime in 2026.

The first is Zero Caliber: Frostbite, a solo and co-op adventure inspired by Ubisoft's Far Cry series.

XReal Games says the Far Cry inspired game will include "open-ended missions, full freedom of approach, and a dynamic world filled with enemy soldiers, zombies, and unexpected encounters".

XReal Games is planning regular playtests for Zero Caliber: Frostbite.

Now, VRChat co-founders say there’s no need to worry about the social VR platform’s future.

“In case you were wondering, VRChat is not going anywhere,” studio co-founders Graham Gaylor and Jesse Joudrey say in a recent blog post.

“Last New Year’s Eve, nearly 150,000 people were in VRChat at the same time—celebrating a worldwide event for yet another year.

Gaylor and Joudrey say however one of the biggest reasons VRChat is still kicking in a time of market headwinds is its communities.

More recently, social VR platform Rec Room, once valued at $3.5 billion, announced it will be shutting down in June.

Le Dino Labo, a mixed-reality dinosaur building experience, gets its first expansion today with Jurassic Giants DLC.

Realcast Inc., developers of Le Dino Labo, has announced that the first expansion for their dinosaur-building mixed-reality experience is available now on Meta Quest.

Le Dino Labo uses full hand tracking interaction, allowing fragments of iconic dinosaurs to be examined, rotated, and assembled into complete creatures all within the player's real-world environment.

A previously published Le Dino Labo roadmap for future updates included new themed packs, deeper skeletal manipulation, enhanced environmental integration, and more.

Le Dino Labo's Jurassic Giants DLC is available n…

Fast Travel Games permanently cut the price of the 2024 VR shooter Action Hero in half.

Action Hero, best described as a blockbuster summer film series come to life in VR, released in December 2024 for $19.99.

Action Hero Review: Lights, Camera, Action!

Action Hero delivers a satisfyingly hilarious VR FPS that pays tribute to Superhot and the silver screen, and it’s out now on Quest.

UploadVR Henry Stockdale UploadVR's full review of Action Hero on Meta QuestFast Travel Games recently announced its latest title, Payday: Aces High, at the Spring 2026 VR Games Showcase earlier this month.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles now has a release date, and we played the game once again at GDC in a private session.

After multiple informative developer diaries and a tantalizing Steam Next Fest demo in February, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City releases on April 30 for PC VR, Pico, and Meta Quest 3 headsets for $24.99.

0:00 / 0:57 1× Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City footage provided by Beyond FramesWith the Foot ninjas out of the way, we dropped into an alley to fight Rocksteady.

They're just plain fun and that's what Empire City has been each time I played it.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City releases on April 30 for Meta Quest 3 headsets, Steam, and Pico.

The stylish, fast-paced shooter Flag Games is coming to Meta Quest headsets on April 9.

Normal VR, makers of the incredibly inventive games Half & Half and Nock, have revealed a new trailer and release date for their upcoming solo / 3-player co-op campaign shooter Flag Games.

0:00 / 0:52 1×In Flag Games, you and up to two of your pals will work your way through a campaign in which your goal is simple: infiltrate hostile facilities, capture the flag, and get out.

Flag Games uses both joystick movement, and the award-winning movement system from Normal's earlier game Nock.

Flag Games is currently available at a 25% discount pre-order price of $14.99 on the Meta Horizon store.

The original stealth thrillers Budget Cuts and Budget Cuts 2: Mission Insolvency are both $14.99, half of their original $29.99 price point.

2023's Budget Cuts Ultimate, a combination of both games with updated mechanics, was lowered from $29.99 to $19.99.

0:00 / 1:35 1× Budget Cuts 1 TrailerIt should be noted these price changes currently only apply on the Steam and Meta platforms, including the Rift Store versions for Budget Cuts 1 and 2.

Budget Cuts 1 is available on the original PlayStation VR and Budget Cuts Ultimate has a PS VR2 port.

Doug North Cook from Creature, who works with Neat Corp on marketing, confirmed that the PlayStation VR prices will also be lowered soon.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City is officially coming to Quest, PC VR headsets, and Pico headsets on April 30th.

Ace St. Germain, Beyond Frames Entertainment CEO and Creative Director of Empire City at Cortopia Studios, calls Karai’s approach to leadership “very different” from Shedder’s though.

If you didn’t get a chance to play the public PC VR demo during Steam Next Fest last month, check out our hands-on with TMNT: Empire City.

Ahead of its April 30th launch, fans can pre-order Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City on the Horizon Store for Quest 3 with a 20% discount off its regular $25 price, bringing it to $20.

You can also wishlist the game on Steam for PC VR headset and…

Social VR platform Rec Room, once valued at $3.5 billion, announced earlier this week that it will be shutting down in June.

The studio says it never quite figured out how to turn a profit, though top avatar creator blueasis maintains the story is a bit more complicated.

In short, it wasn’t a bad creator economy or lack of returning users; the company just sort of … bungled things.

“I joined Rec Room 1.5 years ago to participate in their avatar cosmetics program,” blueasis recounts.

This leaves creators with the bulk of the revenue, meaning Rec Room retained far less from top-selling items.