Today's Gaming Pulse
Resident Evil Requiem launches free demo after 7 million copies sold
Capcom’s Resident Evil Requiem, which has sold over 7 million copies since its release three months ago, is now offering a free demo on Steam, Epic, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and Switch 2. The demo lets players experience early chapters with protagonist Grace Ashcroft, though progress cannot be transferred to the full game.
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Alone in the Dark’s Creator Is Crowdfunding a New Mega Drive / Genesis Game with a Unique Controller
Survival‑horror pioneer Frédérick Raynal is crowdfunding a remake of his 1988 brick‑breaker PopCorn for the Sega Mega Drive, now titled PopCorn: Duel. The Kickstarter aims to fund both the game and a bespoke “PopCorn Spinner” controller, a first for the console. The project originated as a tribute to his late friend David Mekersa, who had planned a Mega Drive programming course using the title. Currently the campaign sits around the halfway mark of its funding goal.
WorldBuilder Summit Debuts as First Dedicated Event for UGC Creators Across Roblox, Fortnite, and Beyond
The WorldBuilder Summit will launch its inaugural conference on April 23, 2026, at The London West Hollywood in California, positioning itself as the first in‑person event dedicated to user‑generated‑content (UGC) creators across platforms such as Roblox, Fortnite, Rec Room and others....
GameStop Thought Buying Games Online Was A ‘Passing Phase,’ Says Former Business Developer
Former Stardock business developer Larry Kuperman revealed that GameStop viewed digital game distribution as a temporary trend, leading the retailer to acquire the Impulse platform in 2011 but treat it as a low priority. Impulse was shuttered by April 2014,...
8BitDo 64 Bluetooth Controller Review - the Best Way to Play Nintendo 64 Games on Your Switch
The 8BitDo 64 Bluetooth controller offers a nostalgic Nintendo 64 experience for Switch 2 users at roughly $45, half the price of the official Pro Controller. Its Hall‑effect analog stick delivers authentic feel without drift, and the battery can stretch to 30 hours...
Rec Room Runs Out of Road and Fire Emblem Shadows' Paltry Earnings | Week in Views
Social‑gaming platform Rec Room announced its shutdown after failing to turn its 150 million‑user base into profit, citing soaring costs and a shifting VR market. Meta’s recent $80 billion loss in Reality Labs and the layoff of 1,500 VR staff underscore the...
Fans Reckon PS Studios Website Adjustments Hint at Sony's Move Away From PC
PlayStation’s corporate PS Studios webpage has been subtly edited, removing references to PC development for partners like Valkyrie Entertainment and emphasizing exclusivity for XDEV. The changes arrive amid earlier reports that Sony may be scaling back its PC port strategy...
Xbox Relists Multiple Backwards Compatible Games, And Then Quickly Delists Them
Xbox has been briefly relisting several previously delisted backward‑compatible titles—Armed and Dangerous, Aegis Wing, and Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time—only to remove them again within days, while Mars: War Logs was quietly delisted. The pattern was highlighted by...
Pixel Art Horror Adventure Two Realms: Whispers From the Rift Gets a Demo
Two Realms: Whispers from the Rift, a pixel‑art horror adventure, has released a 30‑minute demo showcasing its hand‑animated visuals and narrative-driven gameplay. The demo features full voice acting, an original soundtrack, native Linux support, and controller compatibility. Localisation is available...
Disney Dreamlight Valley Whispers of the Wind Update Countdown: Exact Start Time and Date
Disney Dreamlight Valley’s major "Whispers of the Wind" update drops on April 8, with a launch window of 8 am Central Time (9 am ET). The update introduces Pocahontas as the newest playable character, alongside new companions Meeko and Percy. Players also...
Slay the Spire 2 Nerfs Card Removal, Buffs Shivs, and Adds a New Reward System
Mega Crit released Slay the Spire 2 patch 0.102.0, adding a Badges system that records unique run achievements and introducing an Inflation modifier that raises card‑removal costs at merchants. Card removal now starts at 100 gold and climbs by 50 per use,...
Uncharted Fans Think Naughty Dog Director Is Hinting At New Game
Nearly a decade has passed since Naughty Dog released *Uncharted: The Lost Legacy*, and the series has been largely silent aside from a 2022 collection and rumors of a *Drake’s Fortune* remake. Co‑director Shaun Escayg recently posted a cannon photo...
Personalized Nutrition Boosts Esports Cognitive Performance and Wellbeing
Personalised nutrition for health and performance in esports athletes 🎮 This new review summarised data from 52 studies to establish the best nutrition, lifestyle and supplementation strategies to support… 🧠 Cognitive performance 🫀 Wellbeing …in esports athletes. Here are the key recommendations ⬇️
All Achievements in Crusader Quest: Hero Town and How to Complete Them
The Destructoid guide enumerates all 52 achievements in Crusader Quest: Hero Town, providing step‑by‑step instructions for each milestone—from defeating monsters and collecting heroes to amassing in‑game gold and arena battles. Most tasks are straightforward, requiring regular play rather than hidden...
Wall Run and Slice up Massive Machines in the Upcoming MotorSlice Arrives in May
MotorSlice, an indie action‑adventure, is slated for a May 2026 launch on Steam. The game blends high‑speed parkour with chainsaw‑based combat as players scale and slice massive machines. It draws aesthetic and mechanical inspiration from titles like Prince of Persia,...
Chill with You: Lo-Fi Story Coming to Smartphones
Japanese developer Nestopi announced that its relaxing anime‑girl game Chill with You: Lo‑Fi Story will launch on iOS and Android on April 8, 2026. The title, originally released for Windows PC via Steam in November 2025, offers a work‑focused sound novel experience with...
Raven Software Co-Founder Brian Raffel Retires After 36 Years
Brian Raffel, who co‑founded Raven Software in 1990, announced his retirement after 36 years at the studio. David Pellas will succeed him as studio head, while the studio looks to sustain its role in the Call of Duty franchise and...
Chiaki-Ng the Open-Source PlayStation Remote Play App Gets Better Streaming Quality and Stability
Chiaki‑ng v1.10.0, the open‑source PlayStation Remote Play client, has been released, delivering higher streaming quality and greater stability across Linux, macOS, and handheld devices. The update introduces an OpenGL renderer, libplacebo fixes, VSync support, spatial upscaler presets, and improved network...
Indie Pass Launches $6.99 Monthly SaaS for Indie Game Discovery
Indie.io announced Indie Pass, a $6.99‑per‑month subscription service that will launch on PC on April 13 with more than 70 indie games. The platform promises a curated catalog, a recommendation engine, and a revenue model that pays developers based on...
Scored 8 in Globle with a 10.2 Average Guess Count
🌎 Apr 3, 2026 🌍 🔥 5 | Avg. Guesses: 10.2 🟧🟥🟥🟧🟨🟧🟥🟩 = 8 https://t.co/2fxbqb5gWc Enjoying this game #globle
Quantic Lab Exits Embracer Group to Operate as an Independent Company Under Founder Ownership
Quantic Lab has exited the Embracer Group and is now an independent studio owned by its founder and CEO, Stefan Seicarescu, effective April 1 2026. The spin‑out gives the outsourcing specialist greater operational flexibility and the ability to respond more quickly to...
Ufotable and Production I.G. to Celebrate Tales Of 30th Anniversary with a New Concert and Anime Illustrations
Ufotable announced a two‑part celebration for the Tales Of series’ 30th anniversary, featuring a massive illustration project and a live concert in Tokushima. The illustration effort will produce 188 new anime‑style images—including regular and chibi versions—starting with Tales of Phantasia and Tales of Xillia, with...
OpenGOAL Project Adds the Naughty Dog Classic Jak 3
The OpenGOAL project has released a native x86‑64 port of Jak 3, completing its PC and Linux support for the entire Jak & Daxter trilogy. Unlike emulators, the games run directly on modern hardware, offering better performance and compatibility. Users must provide their...
Steam Beta Adds Remote Downloads Management
Valve's Steam Beta introduced Remote Downloads Management, enabling users to oversee game downloads and updates across multiple devices, including desktops and Steam Decks, from a single downloads page. The feature also integrates with the Steam Deck's screen‑off download mode, ensuring continuity...
PlayDucky Rolls Out Volcano and Lava Pool Maps in New Melon Sandbox Update
PlayDucky has released two new lava‑themed maps—a volcano and a lava‑pool—for its mobile‑first sandbox game Melon Sandbox. The update adds lava tiles to the in‑game editor, letting creators design hazardous environments and sell them on the storefront using the virtual...
Playable Ads Trends in Mobile Games & Apps - February 2026
The February 2026 playable‑ads roundup highlights a surge in high‑budget campaigns, with the royalty‑themed Kingdom‑Match3 titles dominating the market. Increased investment from major networks like Applovin has amplified spend on SDK‑driven playables across multiple genres. Creators are leaning heavily into...
Discover Barcelona's Thriving Games Ecosystem on June 15th to 16th
Pocket Gamer Connects Barcelona 2026 will take place on June 15‑16, gathering over 1,200 games professionals for two days of networking, deals and insight. The event builds on a successful 2025 debut and features a multitrack agenda with speakers from...
My Thoughts on Notch's DLSS Post
In this episode the host breaks down Notch's controversial tweet that "DLSS fundamentally makes no sense," exploring the technical and economic arguments behind the claim. He explains how DLSS uses GPU silicon for both rendering and neural‑network‑based upscaling or frame...
New Release Roundup: The Division Resurgence, Dredge+, Toy Command, and More
A wave of new mobile titles hit the market this week, highlighted by Ubisoft’s free‑to‑play *The Division Resurgence* launching globally on iOS and Android. Apple Arcade adds *Dredge+*, bundling all DLC for its fishing‑horror sequel, while indie releases like *Mochi‑O*,...
Switch 2 Mod Enables SSD Support but Requires microSD Express Trick
A Japanese modder demonstrated that the Nintendo Switch 2 can technically run an NVMe SSD, but the console’s firmware only accepts devices that pass a microSD Express authentication handshake. By using a custom hybrid adapter that houses both a microSD Express card and...
Marathon Interactive Maps
Polygon’s latest guide introduces interactive maps for Bungie’s Marathon, covering the four launch zones—Perimeter, Dire Marsh, Outpost, and Cryo Archive. Each map highlights key hotspots, loot routes, and difficulty tiers, from beginner‑friendly tunnels in Perimeter to the swamp‑laden Algae Ponds...
Kids' Awe at Mario Galaxy Post‑credits Scene Priceless
I would do anything to have recorded the pop my six-year-old daughter gave during the second post credits scene in Mario Galaxy. The gasp of a thousand suns. I was dying.
Post‑game Life: Gifting Friends, Farming, Crafting Gears
crimson desert postgame is lovely. after saving the world from evil, i’m now spending my days looking for gifts for my own friends so they can like me more and we can raise cows and pigs together. i’m also building...
The New Denpa Men Coming to Switch 2 on April 6
Genius Sonority announced that its free‑to‑play RPG *The New Denpa Men* will debut on Nintendo Switch 2 on April 6, 2024. The title originally launched on Switch in July 2024 and later on iOS and Android in March 2025, and the new...
Mastering Vaporizer Battles in Arc Raiders' Flashpoint Update
Embark's Flashpoint update added heavily armored Vaporizer drones to Arc Raiders, turning Close Scrutiny matches into high‑risk encounters. This guide breaks down their weak spots, the best load‑outs, and how to secure the valuable Vaporizer Regulators needed for end‑game projects.
Sol Badguy's New Special for Guilty Gear Strive 2.00 Detailed, and You're Not Going to Like Getting Hit by It...
Arc System Works announced the Guilty Gear Strive Version 2.00 update, the most extensive patch in five years, slated for April 9, 2026. The rollout introduces new special attacks for six characters, highlighted by Sol Badguy’s Sidewinder Ignited—a high‑damage follow‑up to Volcanic Viper that forces...
2XKO Is Not Going to Last in the FGC, and It’s Riot Games’ Fault
Riot Games launched 2XKO with a high‑budget esports vision, but costly skins, aggressive marketing and a top‑down structure clashed with the fighting‑game community’s authenticity‑first culture. Early layoffs of most of the development team signaled waning corporate commitment, while community‑run events...
The Best Third-Party Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controllers on Sale Right Noow
Nintendo’s Switch 2 continues the tradition of a premium Pro Controller, but third‑party alternatives now offer comparable performance at lower price points. Reviewers highlight three standout options: the budget‑friendly 8BitDo Ultimate 2C at $29.99, the mid‑range 8BitDo Ultimate 2 for $56.99 with a...
How to Get Prototype Gear in The Division 2
Ubisoft released Prototype gear for *The Division 2* at the launch of Year 8 Season 1, positioning it above High‑End, Named, and set items. The gear is obtainable by completing weekly Escalation missions, with higher‑tier challenges offering better drop odds. Players can...
Satirical Pitch for New Game I Am Jesus Christ
Do you have a moment to talk about our lord, savior, and new video game 'I Am Jesus Christ?' #kindafunny #videogames #jesus
The Division 2 Escalation Mode Explained: Modifiers, Rewards, and More
The Division 2’s Year 8 Season 1 introduces Escalation mode, a high‑difficulty challenge designed for level‑40 veterans. The mode rotates five main missions weekly, each offering ten tiers where tier 1 is free and higher tiers require tokens. Mutators such as Harvester, Suppressor...
Valve Is Reportedly Working on Steam Deck 2 and Plans to Launch It by 2028, with One Big Change From...
Valve is reportedly developing a Steam Deck 2, aiming for a 2028 market debut if supply‑chain constraints ease. Unlike the original, the new handheld will forgo a semi‑custom AMD APU in favor of off‑the‑shelf AMD silicon. This shift is intended...
TikTok Gamifies DMs With Emojis, Pixelated Alligators
TikTok has introduced a retro‑style mini‑game that lives inside its direct‑message interface, letting users send a single emoji to launch a pixelated alligator‑crossing challenge. The game mirrors recent chat‑based titles such as Threads' basketball and Instagram’s hidden emoji game, and...
Creative Game Concepts for #vibejam: Vehicles, Retro LAN, Boat Racing
Other ideas just from the top of my head you can make for the #vibejam: - a multiplayer web based combat sim where everyone can be a different vehicle, like plane, tank, jeep with guns, drone, or even a satellite with...
FPV Drone Racing Meets Real‑World 3D Scenery in Web Game
First person view (FPV) drone racing with IRL 3d scenery like VibeSail had would also be sick as a web based game for #vibejam https://t.co/grSsVFkd10
Shizuku Revealed as Third DLC Character for Hunter X Hunter: Nen Impact to Clean up the Competition with Her Toothy...
Bushiroad Games and Arc System Works announced Shizuku Murasaki as the third DLC fighter for Hunter x Hunter: Nen Impact. The character, wielding a toothy vacuum called Blinky, will launch on April 16, 2026. Shizuku joins existing season‑pass fighters Neferpitou...
Game Creators Find Hope Amid Industry Gloom
It's hard to feel optimistic about video games—at least as an "industry"—these days. So I spent PAX East talking to game creators about what they love about what they're making, and how they're looking for hope in the dark.
Crunchyroll Adds Puzzle-Exploration Adventure Pikuniku to Its Android Vault
Crunchyroll has expanded its Android gaming catalog by adding the indie puzzle‑adventure Pikuniku. Developed by Sectordub, the title first launched on PC and Nintendo Switch in January 2019 and earned the 2020 Best International Indie Game award at the Pégases...
Only Cowards Complain About The Knife Being OP In Marathon
Marathon’s free knife, boosted by melee upgrades, can kill in two hits, sparking claims it’s overpowered. Game director Joseph Ziegler announced upcoming patch tweaks within the next two weeks to address weapon scaling. The community is divided, with some defending...
A Contributor to GameStop's Long-Forgotten Steam Competitor Explains Why He Thinks Valve Came Out on Top: 'What Steam Did Better...
Valve’s Steam platform outlasted early rivals like Impulse, GamersGate and console‑centric services by turning a simple matchmaking client into a full‑featured digital storefront. Larry Kuperman, former Impulse lead, credits Steam’s community tools—friends lists, messaging, play‑time stats—and its unrestricted redownload policy...
Xbox Game Pass Is Adding Tiny Bookshop as a Surprise Day-One Launch Title Soon
Xbox Game Pass will add the indie hit Tiny Bookshop as a surprise day‑one launch title on April 10, 2026, covering Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC. The game will be accessible to Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers,...