Title: Ex-Nintendo Sales Lead Explains The Three Factors Making A Switch 2 Price Hike ‘Inevitable’ Date: Fri, 03 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/switch-2-price-ram-iran-oil-trump-tariffs-2000684755 Trump's war on Iran could force the company's hand

Title: Princess Peach Was The Best Character In Super Mario Bros. 2 Date: Fri, 03 Apr 2026 21:30:01 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/princess-peach-was-the-best-character-in-super-mario-br-1837423671 It didn't take long for Nintendo's damsel in distress to steal the show

Title: Is GTA 6‘s Long Development The Result Of A Complete Engine Rebuild? It’s Probably More Complicated Than That Date: Fri, 03 Apr 2026 21:02:51 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/is-gta-6s-long-development-the-result-of-a-complete-engine-rebuild-its-probably-more-complicated-than-that-2000684709 Also: GTA V leaving Game Pass, a cool Manhunt mod, and the wildest GTA 6 rumor ever

Title: The Most Expensive PC Gaming Handheld Just Got A $650 Price Increase Date: Fri, 03 Apr 2026 21:01:08 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/lenovo-legion-go-2-price-ram-pc-gaming-handheld-2000684733 The Legion Go 2 has a great screen and an unaffordable new price point

Title: Trading Card Games Are Taking Over And It’s Not Just Pokémon And Magic: The Gathering Date: Fri, 03 Apr 2026 20:27:04 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/cyberpunk-tcg-riftbound-magic-the-gathering-mtg-2000684732 New TCGs based on Cyberpunk 2077 and League of Legends are generating tons of hype

Title: The Petit Planet beta is coming back with new updates, but you still need to hope for an invite Date: Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:32:03 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/petit-planet-stardrift-test-details It’s been quite a while since we’ve heard anything about Petit Planet, the upcoming game from Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail developer HoYoverse. By most accounts, Petit Planet is the studio’s take on Animal Crossing, though with a few interesting ideas of its own. Read more

Title: Resident Evil fans have adopted a Love & Deepspace character as the son of Leon S. Kennedy and one of his potential spouses Date: Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:47:36 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/resident-evil-fans-have-adopted-a-love-and-deepspace-character-as-the-son-of-leon-s-kennedy-and-one-of-his-potential-spouses In an intersection of my particular interests that I most certainly didn't have on my 2026 bingo card, fans of the Resident Evil franchise – and in particular its recently-released ninth main entry, Resident Evil Requiem – have suddenly become obsessed with a very different favourite of mine: sci-fi otome gacha mobile game Love and Deepspace. Read more

Title: Caleb's third Myth has finally arrived in Love and Deepspace, and it's good news for all the husbandbro fans out there Date: Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:46:11 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/love-and-deepspace-caleb-third-myth Love and Deepspace’s latest update is here, adding a new Memory Pair for Caleb. The event is dubbed Ghosts' Final March, and it’s available now as part of a new Limited Wish Pool, as it has always worked. Read more

Title: Never one to lag behind HSR and ZZZ, Genshin Impact will introduce its own new pink-haired animal-themed girl in Version Luna 6 Date: Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:25:30 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/genshin-impact-luna-6-new-mondstadt-area Today’s Genshin Impact Special Program has wrapped up, and it’s brought us some big news about the next major update. Luna 6 is the next phase in the action RPG’s story, titled Song of the Welkin Moon: Rondo - Augured Homecoming. Read more

Title: Stalker 2’s first expansion officially revealed, and it's taking us to the power plant where it all began Date: Thu, 26 Mar 2026 17:30:00 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/stalker-2-cost-of-hope-expansion-reveal One of the biggest reveals out of today’s Xbox Partner Preview showcase has been the new Stalker 2 expansion. The developer did tease some sort of announcement ahead of the event, but I don’t think an expansion was on many of our bingo cards. Read more

Title: Nintendo Wants You To Bring Your Phone To The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Date: Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:37:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/nintendo-wants-you-to-bring-your-phone-to-the-super-mario-galaxy-movie/1100-6539220/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f If you're planning to see The Super Mario Galaxy Movie in theaters, make sure you bring a phone with the Nintendo Today app installed. At participating theaters, you'll have the chance to grab some extra digital goodies, and all you need is your camera.With the Nintendo Today! smart device app, you can enjoy exclusive content if you check in at theaters when you go to watch The Super Mario Galaxy Movie! Find out more: https://t.co/CTycRdp5RN pic.twitter.com/4baj1CeSBF — Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) April 3, 2026 Here's how it works: Once you've arrived at a theater showing The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, look for the official movie poster on the wall. Allow location services and camera access to the Nintendo Today app, then scan the poster using your phone's camera. You'll be rewarded with an exclusive photo frame, which wraps your favorite picture with the movie's logo and Lumas. You'll also be awarded a wallpaper for your phone, so you can let everyone know it's your favorite movie ever.Reviews for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie have been divisive. Some have called the film "tortuous," though gaming-centric outlets have appreciated it more. One particular four-year-old was very high on the movie, praising its Super Mario Odyssey elements and the inclusion of Bowser Jr.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: The Price of Gaming Is Becoming A Big Problem | Spot On Date: Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/videos/the-price-of-gaming-is-becoming-a-big-problem-spot-on/2300-6466804/ Dynamic pricing, RAM shortages, and console cost hikes are just some of the things impacting the industry recently and as a result, buying and playing games is becoming way more complicated... and expensive.

Title: Multiple Kindle Models Are Steeply Discounted At Woot Today Date: Fri, 03 Apr 2026 12:43:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/woot-kindle-kindle-scribe-deals/1100-6539219/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f Amazon Kindle Scribe 10.2-inch with Premium Pen Starts at $150 (was $200) See 16GB model at Woot See 64GB model at Woot Amazon Kindle 16GB (2022 Release, 11th Gen) Refurbished $45 with discount code (normally $110) See at Woot If you're looking to spend Spring catching up on your reading list, Woot is offering steep discounts on a multiple Kindle models for a limited time, and you can take an extra 25% off that price by entering code 25OFF at checkout. This is a great opportunity to pick up one of two fan-fave Kindles (and one of my personal favorites), the 11th-Gen Kindle 16GB, as well as 16GB and 64GB models of the Kindle Scribe 10.2-inch. The sale runs until April 11, but the extra 25% off code is only valid today. Stock is also limited across all available models and could sell out before the sale ends, so if you want one, be sure to grab it before the deals disappear.Note that Woot normally charges for shipping, but since it is an Amazon-owned company, Prime members can get free standard shipping on all orders. Paid Two-day and One-day shipping options are also available. Shipping is only available within the continental US (sorry, Hawai'i and Alaska). Amazon Kindle Scribe 10.2-inch with Premium Pen Starts at $150 (was $200) This is probably my favorite Kindle, if I'm being honest. At 10.2 inches, it's got a luxuriously large display, but it's still super lightweight, lighter than any full-size tablet. The note-taking feature is the real star of the show. With the included stylus, you can write notes in a separate notes app, or annotate your books as you read them, and the experience of using the stylus feels remarkably like writing on paper with a pencil. It's quick, responsive, and such a joy to use.Woot's sale has the 16GB ($150 with discount code) and 64GB models available ($187.50). See 16GB model at Woot See 64GB model at Woot Amazon Kindle 16GB (2022 Release, 11th Gen) Refurbished $45 with discount code (normally $110) It's a crowd favorite for a reason. The 2022 Kindle is currently Amazon's most affordable e-reader, featuring adjustable front lighting, ridiculous battery life, and a nice, lightweight feel in the hand. It's a great pick if you're just looking for a basic e-reader to toss in your bag or take on the road. No bells, no whistles, just reliable performance. Note that this is a refurbished model, meaning it's been used before. Woot lists it as "Scratch & Dent" quality, meaning you may notice some minor wear on the surface (which is why it's so much cheaper than a new full-price model), but otherwise it's in full working condition. See at Woot Sign up for GameSpot's Weekly Deals Newsletter:Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: A Ton Of Pokemon Nanoblock Figures Are On Sale At Best Buy For a Limited Time Date: Fri, 03 Apr 2026 12:21:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/pokemon-nanoblock-deals/1100-6539168/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f For a limited time, you can save on Bandai's line of collectible Pokemon Nanoblock figures at Best Buy. The miniaturized, block versions of our favorite pocket monsters are adorable recreations of their digital counterparts. Almost all of the 'Mons on offer are discounted between $2 and $8 per figure. For example, you can grab the Bulbasaur and Squirtle Nanoblocks for $6 each (were $14). Both are 120-piece kits, so putting them together won't steal too much time away from your Pokemon Pokopia obsession. Note that some discounted figures are already sold out, including the Charmander and Pikachu Nanoblocks. That said, restocks are possible, so it's a good idea to refresh the page every now and then, especially since the sold-out figures are still discounted.There's a Pokemon Nanoblock figure for almost everyone. Not every type is represented, and some of the more iconic Pokemon are missing from this catalog, but the ones available are still pretty good. For example, the 160-piece Lucario is available for $6 (was $14). It stands almost three inches tall and is the perfect little fighting-type desk companion. For something a little larger, the Mega Charizard Y Nanoblock set is on sale for $6 (was $14). This kit is larger than most of the other discounted Nanoblocks, with 200 pieces and an impressive wingspan. Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: Expedition 33 Actor Bet Someone 33 Baguettes That The Game Would Be A Huge Hit Date: Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:40:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/expedition-33-dev-bet-someone-33-baguettes-that-the-game-would-be-a-huge-hit/1100-6539216/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f One Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 performer felt confident enough that the RPG would be a success that they bet someone at the game's publisher 33 baguettes that it would sell 1 million copies in a week. That ended up happening, and now the voice actor, Aliona Baranova, wants her bread.At Emerald City Comic Con 2026, Baranova said she "knew" that Expedition 33 would be a hit. She raised the stakes, too, with a bread bet."I made a bet with someone called Jack who's on the Kepler [Interactive] publishing team that it would sell a million copies in the first week. I made a bet and the bet was to win 33 baguettes. Jack, where are my baguettes?" she said, as reported by GamesRadar.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: Every Peanuts strip ever is now available for $25 Date: Fri, 03 Apr 2026 22:40:16 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/peanuts-charles-schulz-humble-bundle-collection/ As part of Fantagraphics’ ongoing 50th-anniversary celebration, the comics publisher is teaming up with Humble Bundle to provide Charlie Brown fans with access to every Peanuts comic book and strip published between 1953 and 2000. Given that there are 43 books in this bundle (though eight-book and four-book bundles are also available), that’s an astonishingly extensive catalog.

Title: Crimson Desert interactive maps Date: Fri, 03 Apr 2026 20:21:57 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/map/crimson-desert-interactive-pywel-hernand-demeniss-pailune-delesyia/ Crimson Desert's continent of Pywel is a big ol' place, and it's easy to miss a lot of the best things the game has to offer if you don't know where to look. One of Crimson Desert's favorite things is to not tell you anything about how the game works, like how to find fast travel points and where to look for special abyss artifacts. Some of it is fine to find out on your own, but if you start lagging behind on abyss artifacts and weapon upgrades, you'll feel the effects sooner rather than later.

Title: Best Xbox Game Pass games to play this weekend (April 3-5 2026) Date: Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:56:54 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/best-game-pass-games-april-3-2026/ While neither Good Friday nor Easter are observed as Federal Holidays, a fair number of workers in the U,S. still get today or Monday off in observance of the holidays. If you're one of the lucky ones, you know what a three-day weekend means: more time for gaming. (What else am I to do? Go outside? In spring?)

Title: 2001: A Space Odyssey originally had a 20-foot-tall green alien and a 'crap' script Date: Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:46:17 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/2001-space-odyssey-first-draft-alien-leopard-zebra-story/ For context, it’s helpful to know that Trumbull was a groundbreaking effects artist whose striking short film, To the Moon and Beyond, shown at the 1964 World’s Fair, caught Kubrick’s attention and led to Trumbull spearheading the effects sequences for 2001. He went on to handle effects for Steven Spielberg’s Close Encounters of the Third Kind and Ridley Scott’s Blade Runner, in addition to directing his own science fiction movies, Silent Running and Brainstorm.

Title: Rogue One's most ruthless rebel gets his own Star Wars comic Date: Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:30:24 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/star-wars-rogue-one-saw-gerrera-marvel-comics/ In celebration of the 10th anniversary of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, Marvel Comics is rolling out a promising slate of one-shots. Hitting the stands from May through September, these single issues will zoom in on some of the era’s most compelling characters: Cassian Andor, Jyn Erso, Chirrut and Baze, Darth Vader, and Saw Gerrera in his first-ever leading role in a comic.

Title: Press Start on April: GeForce NOW Brings 10 Games to the Cloud Date: Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:00:09 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-april-2026-games-list/ No joke — GFN Thursday is skipping the tricks and heading straight into the games. April kicks off with ten new titles, bringing fresh adventures to GeForce NOW, including the launch of Capcom’s highly anticipated PRAGMATA. A dozen new games are available to stream this week, including Arknights: Endfield, which expands the acclaimed series into a full 3D real‑time strategy adventure. On GeForce NOW, every battle flows with precision and every mission looks sharper than ever. So gear up, grab a controller or gaming device of choice, and get ready to stream — another month of great gaming is now underway. Command the Frontier Reclaim the frontier using cloud technology. Arknights: Endfield from Hypergryph expands the acclaimed Arknights universe into a full, 3D, real‑time strategy role-playing game. Blending tactical planning with sleek sci‑fi aesthetics, the title invites players into a world featuring terraformed settlements, advanced technology and looming threats beneath the planet’s surface. Set on the perilous planet Talos‑II, Endfield follows a group of pioneers uncovering lost secrets and battling hostile factions. The game seamlessly merges base‑building, exploration and combat — with squads of operators coordinating in real time to overcome environmental hazards and powerful enemies. Every decision impacts survival, progress and the unfolding mystery of the world. On GeForce NOW, Arknights: Endfield can be played at the highest settings from virtually any device, enabling crisp visuals and high performance without compromise. GeForce RTX rendering brings the game’s metallic skylines and glowing wastelands to life, while ultralow-latency streaming ensures every tactical command lands with precision.  Spring Into April He’s back. Capcom’s Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection includes seven games and additional features, including a gallery of illustrations and music. Eleven‑year‑old Geo Stelar is a grieving boy who isolates himself after the mysterious disappearance of his astronaut father. His life changes when he encounters an extraterrestrial being named Omega‑Xis, granting him the power to become Mega Man. The collection streams instantly with GeForce NOW, turning any device into a Star Force terminal ready to save the world once more. Check out what else is available this week: Hozy (New release on Steam, March 30) Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together (New release on Steam, March 31) Legacy of Kain: Ascendance (New release on Steam, March 31) Subliminal (New release on Steam, March 31) Super Meat Boy 3D (New release on Steam, March 31) I Am Jesus Christ (New release on Steam, April 2) ALL WILL FALL (New release on Steam, April 3, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Arknights: Endfield (Official Site) Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection (Steam) Nova Roma (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass) RuneScape: Dragonwilds (Steam) Way of the Hunter 2 (Steam, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) And look forward to the games coming throughout the month: Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard from Vampire Survivors (New release on Steam, April 21) Samson (New release on Steam, April 8) Replaced (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass, April 14) Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss (New release on Steam, April 16) PRAGMATA (New release on Steam, April 17) Outbound (New release on Steam, April 23) Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era (New release on Steam, April 30) Bus Bound (New release on Steam, April 30) More of March In addition to the 15 games announced last month, a dozen more joined the GeForce NOW library: 1348 Ex Voto (Steam, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) BATTLETECH (Xbox, available on Game Pass) Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together (Steam) Despot’s Game (Xbox, available on Microsoft) Diablo II: Resurrected (Steam) Hozy (Steam) King’s Quest (Ubisoft) Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection (Steam, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Super Meat Boy 3D (Steam) Warcraft I: Remastered (Ubisoft) Warcraft II: Remastered (Ubisoft) Way of the Hunter 2 (Steam) What are you planning to play this weekend? Check out Crimson Desert on GeForce NOW in Anytime Anywhere Gaming’s YouTube review.  

Title: Game On: Five New Titles Now Streaming on GeForce NOW Date: Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:00:47 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-screamer/ That gaming backlog won’t clear itself — GeForce NOW is here to help. Stream the latest titles straight from the cloud across a variety of devices. This week, five new titles are ready to play instantly in the cloud gaming platform’s library. Screamer drifts onto the scene with retro‑racing attitude and pixel‑perfect speed. Plus, Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.1, “Unraveled for Daybreak,” touches down. Hit the Gas The ‘90s called — it wants the cloud. Screamer from Milestone roars back onto the track as a blistering arcade racer that thrives on speed, precision and pure retro attitude. Tight corners and neon‑soaked straights define a style built for thrill seekers who crave the rush of classic ‘90s racing action. The mix of sharp visuals, snappy handling and roaring engines creates an experience that’s equal parts vintage energy and modern muscle. Running on GeForce NOW, Screamer puts pedal to the metal with ultralow latency and buttery‑smooth streaming. In the cloud, every race launches instantly, every drift hits with full force and every victory feels just a little louder. Let’s Play Today All aboard the Astral Express. Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.1, “Unraveled for Daybreak,” is available now, bringing new adventures aboard the Astral Express. The crew touches down at Star Rail FEST, a grand interstellar celebration packed with new zones, characters and challenges. Detective Ashveil joins as a new five-star Lightning hunter, chasing conspiracies hidden behind the glitz of the Phantasmoon Games. Dive into the new Wispae War Saga, enjoy free Warps and explore fresh Divergent Universe content filled with rewards and events. Play the latest Honkai: Star Rail update instantly on GeForce NOW — no installs, just starlight and action. Members can also look for the following: Screamer (New release on Steam, March 26, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) King’s Quest (New release on Ubisoft, March 25) BATTLETECH (Xbox, available on Game Pass) Despot’s Game (Xbox, available on Microsoft) Diablo II: Resurrected (Steam) What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below. You get a magic wand that can save any character from their death in a video game. But you can only choose one. Who do you save? Beware spoilers in the replies and choose wisely. — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) March 25, 2026

Title: Smooth Moves: 90 Frames-Per-Second Virtual Reality Arrives on GeForce NOW Date: Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:00:09 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-virtual-reality-update/ It’s a double feature on GFN Thursday. This week, GeForce NOW offers smoother sights in virtual reality (VR) and a sprawling new land to conquer. Streaming at 90 frames per second (fps) comes to supported VR headsets. And Crimson Desert, which recently surpassed 3 million wishlist additions on Steam, debuts in the cloud with GeForce RTX 5080‑class power. Catch it as part of four new games on GeForce NOW VR, but Make It 90 FPS Power levels rising … to 90 fps. VR in the cloud is getting a smoothness upgrade. GeForce NOW is boosting support for Apple Vision Pro, Meta Quest devices and Pico devices to stream at up to 90 fps for Ultimate members, bringing crisper motion and more responsive gameplay straight from the cloud. The app update is starting to roll out to members starting today. Members can transform the space around them into a personal gaming theater with GeForce NOW, playing favorite PC titles on a massive virtual screen. With support for up to 90 fps for Ultimate members, gameplay feels smoother, movement more natural and action more comfortable. All premium members can continue to enhance their experiences with NVIDIA RTX and DLSS technologies in supported titles. Just fire up GeForce NOW on supported VR platforms, step into a virtual big screen and let the cloud handle the heavy lifting. From chill sessions in a virtual theater to high‑octane firefights, 90 fps helps keep every moment looking sharp and feeling responsive. A Storm Brews Into the cloud with “Crimson Desert.” Pearl Abyss’ Crimson Desert, a stunning, open‑world action adventure set in a war‑torn fantasy land, pairs large‑scale exploration with cinematic storytelling and hard‑hitting, combo‑focused combat. One moment is a quiet ride across windswept plains, the next is a chaotic clash against towering foes with mystical power effects lighting up the battlefield. Follow Kliff, a mercenary whose close‑knit group is destroyed in a sudden ambush. The journey centers on exploring a massive, detailed world, taking on story missions, riding mounts, finding supplies and facing dangerous enemies as Kliff works to bring his scattered companions back together. GeForce NOW brings 5080-class power to the game across supported devices, delivering high settings, smooth action and lush visuals without the need to worry about system specs. Members can jump into its cinematic battles and sweeping landscapes on the device of their choice, from low‑spec laptops to compatible TVs and mobile devices. Joining the Family It’s time to make an offer no tank can refuse. World of Tanks is rolling out the red carpet for Battle Pass Special: Mafia from March 19-29, welcoming the respectable family from the fine city of Lost Heaven and bringing their signature mix of loyalty, ambition and firepower to the battlefield. Recruit iconic characters from 2K’s original Mafia game, unlock stylish 2D looks like Little Italy and Lost Heaven Noir, and command the Italian Predatore tank to make sure every deal ends with a bang. Respect is earned — and it’s best earned playing on GeForce NOW, where the action hits fast and smooth — powered by the cloud. In addition, members can look for the following: Everwind (New release on Steam, March 17, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Retro Rewind – Video Store Simulator (New release on Steam, March 17) Crimson Desert (New release on Steam, March 19, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Fallout 3 (Steam) Cyberpunk 2077, Forza Motor Sport, Icarus and Ark Survival Ascended — currently available to all GeForce NOW members — will no longer be available on the free tier starting Wednesday, April 1, as the basic rig type does not meet the game’s updated minimum system requirements. Premium members can continue to play these games uninterrupted. For some icing on the cake, the GeForce NOW Reddit community is running a giveaway for a VR headset. Find details on how to enter. Plus, check out GeForce NOW creator Airie Summer’s gaming giveaway on X much love to nvidia for the community giveaways ♡@logitechg pro grade performance gears https://t.co/lRpSTKhQHJ @nvidiagfn entries open @ channel during the following times xoxomarch 12, 19, & 26 from 09:30 a.m. to 05:30 p.m. ethttps://t.co/q67SOJNpbO #nvidiapartner pic.twitter.com/uQ6L1rcVcj — airie (@airiesummer) March 12, 2026 . 

Title: GeForce NOW Raises the Game at the Game Developers Conference Date: Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:00:53 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-gdc-2026/ GeForce NOW is bringing the game to the Game Developers Conference (GDC), running this week in San Francisco. While developers build the future of gaming, GeForce NOW is delivering it to gamers. The latest updates bring smoother performance, easier game discovery and a fresh lineup of blockbuster titles to the cloud. Game discoverability gets a boost with new in‑app labels for connected accounts for Xbox Game Pass and Ubisoft+. It’ll be easier than ever to see titles already available through linked subscriptions, so members can seamlessly jump into games they already own. Virtual reality gets a smooth upgrade — supported devices now stream at 90 frames per second (fps), up from 60 fps, delivering more responsive and immersive virtual reality (VR) experiences. Account linking is also leveling up. Following Gaijin single sign-on announced at CES in January, GOG account linking and game library syncing are coming soon. The GeForce NOW library continues to grow with new releases joining the cloud at launch: CONTROL Resonant and Samson: A Tyndalston Story. Plus, select Xbox titles will join the Install-to-Play library. In addition, there’s a lineup of five new games to catch this week, including Capcom’s Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, on top of the latest update for Fortnite. Gaming Is Buzzing GeForce NOW is rolling into GDC with an easier way to keep track of titles, as well as performance upgrades and a growing lineup of major titles ready to stream at launch. Keeping track of which game lives on which service can be tricky. In‑App labels — coming soon to GeForce NOW for connected subscriptions — will help make it simple for members to know exactly what games they can play on GeForce NOW. Once a member connects their Xbox Game Pass Account or Ubisoft+ account, clear labels will appear directly on the game art inside the GeForce NOW app — eliminating guesswork and making it easy to see exactly what’s available to play from their game subscription services. Set it and forget it. Account linking is expanding too. On top of Gaijin single sign-on, GeForce NOW is adding GOG account linking and game library syncing in the coming months.               Smooth moves. Virtual reality is also getting an upgrade. Starting Thursday, March 19, VR devices that GeForce NOW supports, including Apple Vision Pro, Meta Quest and Pico devices, will stream at 90 fps for Ultimate members, an increase from 60 fps. The higher frame rate enhances smoothness, responsiveness and realism across every session — whether gamers are chasing enemies through neon-lit streets or exploring far‑flung alien worlds. GeForce NOW’s Install‑to‑Play library is also expanding with select Xbox titles, including Brutal Legend from Double Fine Productions and Contrast from Compulsion Games. These additions bring more flexibility for members to download and install their owned games alongside streaming favorites. That’s just the start. Highly anticipated games are headed to the cloud at launch: Bending reality. CONTROL Resonant — Remedy’s upcoming action‑adventure role-playing game (RPG) that blends supernatural powers with a warped Manhattan facing a reality-bending cosmic threat. Unravel a family story steeped in myths. Samson: A Tyndalston Story — the game from Liquid Swords is a gritty action brawler, set in the city of Tyndalston, launching on PC. Free to Save the World Chaos in the cloud. Fortnite’s original adventure is back in the spotlight — and soon, it’ll free to play. Fortnite first launched in 2017 as a story-driven co‑op experience, and on Thursday, April 16, the “Save the World” update will officially be free to play for all players. Pre-registration begins on Thursday, March 12. Join forces against hordes of husks, solo or with the squad, in a player vs. environment action-packed story, complete with gathering, crafting and collecting. Pick a favored playstyle with four distinct classes to choose from, over 150 heroes and weapons to upgrade, and loadout customization options to hone builds even further. With hundreds of updates since its original launch and over 100 hours of content, squads can build, grind gear and engineer elaborate homebase defenses to keep the Storm King at bay. “Save the World” isn’t available on mobile devices, including tablets. On GeForce NOW, Fortnite “Save the World” streams straight from the cloud — no waiting around for updates or patches. Low‑latency streaming keeps building, shooting and trap placement feeling snappy across supported devices. Stay in the action with GeForce NOW. Gear Up for Glory The cloud makes it easy to suit up in style. From chaotic infantry clashes to roaring jet dogfights, every match is an unpredictable explosion of strategy and mayhem in EA’s Battlefield 6.  This week, GeForce NOW Ultimate members can drop into the action with serious style — a new reward, the Advancing Gloom Soldier Skin, gives soldiers a sleek, battle-hardened look fit for the frontlines. Members can claim it in their GeForce NOW account portals, redeem it at EA.com/redeem, then show up ready in true Ultimate fashion. It’s available through Sunday, April 12, or while supplies last. Being a GeForce NOW member pays off. Whether streaming on the go or maxing out graphics in the cloud, members get exclusive rewards to keep and flaunt. Start the Games Twin monsters, one cloud. Twin Rathalos, born in a twist of fate, set the stage for the third entry in the Monster Hunter Stories RPG series, launching on GeForce NOW. Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is an RPG series set in the Monster Hunter world, where players can become a Rider, and raise and bond with their favorite monsters. Play it instantly on GeForce NOW and take the adventure anywhere, on any device. In addition, members can look for the following: Warcraft I: Remastered (New release on Ubisoft, March 11) Warcraft II: Remastered (New release on Ubisoft, March 11) 1348 Ex Voto (New release on Steam, March 12, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando (New release on Steam, March 12, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection (New release on Steam, March 12, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) This week’s additional GeForce RTX 5080-ready game, on top of the addition of John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando, 1348 Ex Voto and Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection: Greedfall: The Dying World 1.0 (Steam, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below.

Title: NVIDIA Virtualizes Game Development With RTX PRO Server Date: Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:30:07 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/gdc-2026-virtual-game-development/ Game development teams are working across larger worlds, more complex pipelines and more distributed teams than ever. At the same time, many studios still rely on fixed, desk-bound GPU hardware for critical production work. At the Game Developers Conference (GDC) this week in San Francisco, NVIDIA is showcasing a new approach to bring together disparate workflows using virtualized game development on NVIDIA RTX PRO Servers, powered by NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition GPUs and NVIDIA vGPU software. With the RTX PRO Server, studios can centralize and virtualize core workflows across creative, engineering, AI research and quality assurance (QA) — all on shared GPU infrastructure in the data center.  This enables teams to maintain the responsiveness and visual fidelity they expect from workstation-class systems while improving infrastructure utilization, scalability, data security and operational consistency across teams and locations. Simplifying Complex Workflows As game development studios scale, hardware can often sit underutilized in one location while other teams wait to access it for production work. QA capacity is hard to expand quickly. Over time, workstation hardware, drivers and tools diverge, making bugs harder to reproduce. AI workloads are often isolated on separate infrastructure, creating more operational overhead.  The NVIDIA RTX PRO Server helps studios move from workstation-by-workstation scaling to centralized GPU infrastructure. Studios can pool resources, allocate performance by workload and support parallel development, testing and AI workflows without expanding physical workstation sprawl. Centralized GPU infrastructure enables studios to run AI training, simulation and game automation workloads overnight, then dynamically reallocate the same resources to interactive development during the day, improving overall utilization and reducing idle capacity. The NVIDIA RTX PRO Server supports virtualized workflows for 3D graphics and AI across the game development lifecycle for: Artists: Providing virtual RTX workstations for traditional 3D and generative AI content-creation workflows. Developers: Powering consistent, high-performance engineering environments for coding and 3D development. AI researchers: Offering large-memory GPU profiles for fine-tuning, inference and AI agents. QA teams: Enabling scalable game validation and performance testing using the same NVIDIA Blackwell architecture used by GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs. This allows studios to support multiple teams — including across sites and contractors — on one common GPU platform, improving collaboration and reducing debugging issues that can arise from disparate hardware. Supporting AI and Engineering on Shared Infrastructure AI is becoming a core part of everyday game development, spanning coding, content creation, testing and live operations. As these workflows expand, studios need infrastructure that can support AI alongside traditional graphics workloads without introducing separate, siloed systems. With the RTX PRO Server, studios can support coding agents, internal model experimentation and AI-assisted production workflows without spinning up a separate AI stack for every team. The NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition GPU features a massive 96GB memory buffer, enabling developers to run multiple demanding applications simultaneously while supporting AI inference on larger models directly alongside real-time graphics workflows. NVIDIA Multi-Instance GPU (MIG) technology partitions a single GPU into isolated instances with dedicated memory, compute and cache resources. Combined with NVIDIA vGPU software, MIG can help studios securely allocate GPU capacity across users and workloads. In combined MIG and vGPU configurations, a single RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition GPU can support up to 48 concurrent users, maximizing utilization while maintaining performance isolation. Enterprise-Ready Deployment for Game Studios NVIDIA RTX PRO Servers are designed for enterprise-grade data-center operations. Studios can deploy virtual workstations on RTX PRO Servers via NVIDIA vGPU on supported hypervisor and remote workstation platforms. That means RTX PRO Servers can fit into studios’ existing infrastructure and IT practices, rather than requiring one-off deployments. Major game publishers already use NVIDIA vGPU technology to scale centralized development infrastructure and improve efficiency at studio scale. ​Learn more about the NVIDIA RTX PRO Server. See these workflows live by joining NVIDIA’s booth 1426 at GDC or attending NVIDIA GTC, running March 16-19 in San Jose, California.  See notice regarding software product information.

Title: Share of the Week: Sidekick Date: Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:00:13 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/04/03/share-of-the-week-sidekick/ Last week, we asked you to share gaming sidekicks using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here are this week’s highlights: RhodWulfLeon shares Freya looking fierce in God of War Ragnarök  ​​ Themarkplumb shares Kliff with his bear bud in Crimson Desert baranselyekta shares Venom Snake with his trusted partner D-Dog in Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain. Elizado_ shares a somber moment with Lev in The Last of Us Part II. _muhdfarezwan_ shares Cloud kicking it with the people he’s closest to in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. KintsugiRonin shares the majesty of the wolf in Ghost of Yōtei. 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, 2026  Next week, share some great (spoiler free) moments from Requiem using #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured.

Title: PlayStation Store: March 2026’s top downloads Date: Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:00:08 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/04/03/playstation-store-march-2026s-top-downloads/ 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. Check out the full listings below. What titles are you playing this month? PS5 Games US/CanadaEUMLB The Show 26Crimson DesertCrimson DesertEA SPORTS FC 26Resident Evil RequiemResident Evil RequiemWWE 2K26Grand Theft Auto VNBA 2K26MinecraftMarathonWWE 2K26ARC RaidersUFC 5Grand Theft Auto VResident Evil 4Call of Duty: Black Ops 7Call of Duty: Black Ops 7EA SPORTS FC 26ARC RaidersMinecraftMarathonEA SPORTS Madden NFL 26NBA 2K26Resident Evil 4It Takes TwoJohn Carpenter’s Toxic CommandoPoppy Playtime: Chapter 2UFC 5Forza Horizon 5Ghost of YōteiF1 25REANIMALAmong UsEA SPORTS College Football 26Ghost of YōteiReady or NotMonster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted ReflectionMonster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted ReflectionPoppy Playtime: Chapter 3 *Naming of products may differ between regions*Upgrades not included PS4 Games US/CanadaEURed Dead Redemption 2Red Dead Redemption 2RESIDENT EVIL 5A Way OutGang BeastsEA SPORTS FC 26Resident Evil 6Assassin’s Creed UnityCall of Duty: Black Ops IIIGang BeastsDying LightDying LightMortal Kombat XThe ForestBatman: Arkham KnightRESIDENT EVIL 5A Way OutBatman: Arkham KnightThe ForestResident Evil 6Resident EvilHouse FlipperMinecraftMinecraftTom Clancy’s The Division 2Need for Speed HeatGrand Theft Auto VGrand Theft Auto VNeed for Speed HeatUnravel TwoGod of War III RemasteredUncharted: The Nathan Drake CollectionCall of Duty: Modern WarfareThe Last of Us RemasteredCupheadMortal Kombat XSTAR WARS Battlefront IIResident EvilResident Evil 0Assassin’s Creed Origins *Naming of products may differ between regions  PS VR2 Games* US/CanadaEUBeat SaberBeat SaberJob SimulatorJob SimulatorAmong Us 3D: VRAlien: Rogue Incursion VRThe Walking Dead: Saints & SinnersAmong Us 3D: VRAlien: Rogue Incursion VRMetro AwakeningSynapseCreed: Rise to Glory – Championship EditionCreed: Rise to Glory – Championship EditionPavlovArizona Sunshine 2The Walking Dead: Saints & SinnersCooking Simulator VRArizona Sunshine 2Drunkn Bar Fight 2 VRHubris *PlayStation Store purchases only. Game upgrades or games bundled with hardware not included Free to Play (PS5 + PS4) US/CanadaEUThe Seven Deadly Sins: OriginThe Seven Deadly Sins: OriginFortniteFortniteRobloxRocket LeagueRocket LeagueRobloxCall of Duty: WarzoneCall of Duty: WarzoneTom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege – Free AccessTom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege – Free AccessApex LegendseFootballMarvel RivalsWar ThunderFall GuysAsphalt LegendseBaseball: PRO SPIRITFall Guys

Title: (From Global) SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance DLC “SEGA Villains Stage” Launches Today! Date: Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:41:00 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/04/02/20260403-shinobi/ 　SEGA and Lizardcube, the team behind the hit brawler Streets of Rage 4, have released the SEGA Villains Stage DLC for SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance! In this blog, we’d like to share some highlights from the DLC and the free update that went live today, as well as some words from the developers. ■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! View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Contents 5 crossover stages 3 bosses (Goro Majima, DeathAdder, Dr. Eggman,) 2 Boss Rush modes featuring the DLC bosses 3 additional Ninpo 3 new outfits 6 new music tracks *This DLC is included in the SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance Digital Deluxe Edition and the Digital Deluxe Upgrade. *To use this product, you must own the SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance base game. *You can access this stage after completing the fourth zone of the base game, which includes The Desert, Mad Train, and ENE Corp Laboratory. *Some depictions in this DLC may be reminiscent of tsunamis and other natural disasters, which can potentially cause stress or anxiety. Player discretion is advised. SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance Free Update A brand-new free update is now available for all players! Update Overview  Hardcore Mode A high-difficulty mode featuring changes in enemy placement and stronger boss attacks.  – Additional Combat Settings New options let you adjust recovery frames, the flash effect when taking damage, and camera shake during combat. – Various other quality-of-life improvements. Special Message From the SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance Development Team Takaharu Terada, SEGA’s Senior Director, and Ben Fiquet, Lizardcube’s Art Director and CEO, share insights into the new DLC along with a message for players. Message from Takaharu Terada (SEGA Senior Director View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Thank you all for playing SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance. The game has been nominated for numerous awards and received widespread acclaim for its action gameplay. Its success is a testament to Lizardcube’s uncompromising commitment to quality. We can’t thank you enough! When we first began work on the SEGA Villains Stage DLC, the plan was simply to create a few stages focused on boss battles, but since Lizardcube’s so dedicated to quality, we ended up filling the DLC with tons of features, including Hardcore Mode, new Ninpo inspired by the bosses, and customizable combat settings. Incorporating player feedback, we’ve packed the game with challenging content inspired by many of your requests. Whether you’re just starting out or have already spent countless hours playing, we hope you enjoy this exciting new wave of content. Message from Ben Fiquet (Lizardcube’s Art Director and CEO) View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Since the launch of SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance, the community’s energy has been electric. We are incredibly grateful for the passion you’ve shown for Joe Musashi’s return. From the amazing combo reels to the fans of the franchise embracing this new adventure and aesthetics, we are very proud to be part of SHINOBI’s legacy. I believe this is one of 2025’s best action games for sure (but I may be biased :) ) Reimagining SHINOBI was a unique bridge between cultures. Our production process combined SEGA’s legendary history with Lizardcube’s own craft and sensibility. This collaboration was a dream come true, SEGA’s expertise and Lizardcube’s strengths proved to be a glorious match. As we expand the universe, this DLC is also a love letter to SEGA. You’ll be facing DeathAdder, the ultimate boss from Golden Axe, Goro Majima from Yakuza and of course Dr. Eggman, who embodies one of the coolest villains ever. Each victory will grant you a new ninpo, like the infamous Golden Axe or the clone ability from Majima that you’ll be able to use at will in the DLC and the main game. This will bring some new and amazing combos from the community. Thank you for walking the path of the ninja.  We can’t wait for you to face these new threats! Digital Deluxe Edition and Digital Deluxe Upgrade Available Jump into SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance with all its DLC by picking up the Digital Deluxe Edition! If you already own the standard edition, grab the Digital Deluxe Upgrade to get all of the bonus content. 【Digital Deluxe Edition Contents】 – Starter Pack（Ghost Outfit, Medic Lite Amulet, and 2,000 Gold） *Gold is collected during gameplay and cannot be purchased separately.  – SEGA Villains Stage DLC  – the Digital Art Book and Soundtrack 【Digital Deluxe Upgrade】 Grants owners of the SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance base game access to the contents of the Digital Deluxe Edition. SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance Product Information Release Date: August 29, 2025 (Fri) Platforms: PlayStation 5 /PlayStation 4 *No physical version available for PlayStation®4 Languages：Japanese, English, Korean, Chinese (Traditional, Simplified) SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance – DLC “SEGA Villains Stage” Product Information Release Date：April 3,2026 (Fri) Platforms：PlayStation 5 /PlayStation 4 Languages：Japanese, English, Korean, Chinese (Traditional, Simplified) Product Website

Title: PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for April: Lords of the Fallen, Tomb Raider I-III Remastered, Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream Date: Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:30:02 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/04/01/playstation-plus-monthly-games-for-april-lords-of-the-fallen-tomb-raider-i-iii-remastered-sword-art-online-fractured-daydream/ April’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 image Download the image close Close Download this image Lords of the Fallen Overthrow a resurrected demon god in this all-new adventure set in an interconnected world five times larger than the original game. In Lords of the Fallen, you play as one of the fabled Dark Crusaders, who must journey through the realms of the living and the dead to disrupt the reign of Adyr, a cruel tyrant who has ushered in a new age of devastation for humanity. Along the way, you’ll endure colossal boss battles and get to grips with a fast and challenging combat system. With nine character classes and hundreds of weapons to choose from, you’ll customize your hero and develop your own play style as you set out to defy the gods. View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Play the original three Tomb Raider adventures: for the first time ever, play the complete experience with all expansions and secret levels on modern platforms in this definitive collection. Experience the classics boasting upgraded graphics, with the option to switch to the original polygon look at any time. The collection includes a new Challenge Mode: replay levels with customized modifiers and complete achievements to unlock 10 New Outfits that enhance Lara’s abilities. View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream Galaxia, a new system allowing players to relive the past, has been added to ALfheim Online; however, Galaxia spins out of control causing players from all over time and space to be displaced! To set the timeline back on track, Kirito must work with fallen friends…and foes. True to the Sword Art Online series, join a raid party and prepare for a fight with high difficulty bosses together! How you prepare for the fight is the key to victory. Each with their own specific role on the battlefield, 21 SAO characters from various arcs are gathered to fight. Team up with a total of 20 players from around the world in one of five parties comprised of 4 players each for multiplayer co-op action! View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Last chance to add March’s PlayStation Plus Monthly Games to your library  PlayStation Plus members have until Monday April 6 to add PGA Tour 2K25, Monster Hunter Rise, Slime Rancher 2, The Elder Scrolls Online Collection: Gold Road to their game library.  *PlayStation Plus Monthly Games lineup may differ by region. Please check PlayStation Store on release day for more information. 

Title: Players’ Choice: Vote for March 2026’s best new game Date: Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:00:06 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/04/01/players-choice-vote-for-march-2026s-best-new-game/ Last month was filled with vast open worlds, extractions, and rivals! Some big new releases included Marathon, Crimson Desert, MLB The Show 26, and Scott Pilgrim EX. Which game was your favorite? How does it work? At the end of every month, PlayStation Blog will open a poll where you can vote for the best new game released that month. After the polls close we will tally your votes, and announce the winner on our social channels and PlayStation.Blog. What is the voting criteria? That’s up to you! If you were only able to recommend one new release to a friend that month, which would it be? Note: re-released games don’t qualify, but remakes do. We define remakes as ambitious, larger-scale rebuilds such as Resident Evil 4 (2023) and Final Fantasy VII Remake. How are nominees decided? The PlayStation Blog editorial team will gather a list of that month’s most noteworthy releases and use it to seed the poll. View Poll

Title: Marathon isn't deathmatch gone wide, it's multiplayer Alien: Isolation and every other player is a xenomorph Date: Fri, 03 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/marathon-isnt-deathmatch-gone-wide-its-multiplayer-alien-isolation-and-every-other-player-is-a-xenomorph The human colony on Tau Ceti IV has been abandoned for half a century, as far as anyone can tell. The only exports leaving the planet are those nabbed by Runners in mechanical bodies, like fruit pickers at the end of the universe. But there are imports, too, of a sort: elements pulled in from other extraction shooters, which reveal the kind of experience Bungie wanted to make. Namely, a stealth game. Read more

Title: What are we all playing this weekend? Date: Fri, 03 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/what-are-we-all-playing-this-weekend-376 Surprise, Friday WAP attack! No, I've (hopefully) not mucked up the time the WAPs are posted, as I did last time this particular RPSponsibility was trusted to me. It's a long weekend here in the UK thanks to the bank holidays around Easter. More time for playing games, in theory. Assuming you don't get trapped in a giant chocolate egg or something equally terrifying. Read more

Title: Warren Spector's Thick as Thieves gets a bit less interesting as it ditches PvPvE for solo and co-op play Date: Thu, 02 Apr 2026 21:56:35 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/warren-spectors-thick-as-thieves-gets-a-bit-less-interesting-as-it-ditches-pvpve-for-solo-and-co-op-play 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. We take chances." He was talking about his upcoming game Thick as Thieves, a multiplayer immersive sim that's basically Thief, except other people are trying to pull off the same heist as you on the same map, with all of you racing to get the loot first. Except it's not going to be that game anymore. Read more

Title: Skyblivion isn't "dead in the water", the Oblivion remake mod's lead says, a recent call for extra hands is about maintaining "good momentum" Date: Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:47:48 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/skyblivion-isnt-dead-in-the-water-the-oblivion-remake-mods-lead-says-a-recent-call-for-extra-hands-is-about-maintaining-good-momentum 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. Given the mod's delay late last year and the fairly lengthy list of roles the post on Nexus Mods cited the Skyblivion crew as looking to fill, you'd be forgiven for wondering what this recruiting push might mean in terms of how work on the mod's going. However, Skyblivion's project lead Kyle 'Rebelzize' Rebel says it's not a sign that the project's "dead in the water", but instead a team who have been "stretched thin" for a long time trying to take advantage of "good momentum" they currently have as they work to tie up remaining loose ends. Read more

Title: Xenonauts 2 hits 1.0 after almost three years of early access and paves the way for mods galore Date: Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:32:37 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/xenonauts-2-hits-10-after-almost-three-years-of-early-access-and-paves-the-way-for-mods-galore "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! was cool any more. 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. Read more