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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Major Team Sponsor Is Disbanding Its Fighting Game Division After Nearly 10 Years
CAG Osaka, originally Cyclops Osaka, announced it will disband its fighting‑game division after nearly ten years and withdraw from Street Fighter League Pro‑JP 2026. The move will see top players Fenrich, Eita and Uryo leave the roster once their contracts end. While the fighting‑game arm ends, the organization will continue sponsoring Rainbow Six Siege competitors. The decision reflects a strategic shift in sponsorship focus within the Japanese esports landscape.
Next Month, Once Human Will Completely Overhaul the Tech System, Adjust Resources, Materials, and More
Once Human announced a major overhaul of its tech system slated for next month. The tech tree will be reorganized into four branches—Survival, Production, Combat, and Building—and unlocks will depend on exploration progress rather than season or character level. Specialization...
Female Players Are an Overlooked Opportunity for Growth in the Industry, Research Firm Says
Research firm Ampere Analysis reports that female gamers constitute 48% of the global gaming population, roughly 922 million players across 21 markets. Despite near parity, women are underrepresented on consoles and PC, favoring narrative‑driven, single‑player and mobile experiences. The study identifies...
Ghost of Yotei Star: 'Workers Need More Protections' In Game Development
At DICE 2026, Ghost of Yotei lead actor Erika Ishii accepted the Outstanding Achievement in Character award and used the platform to demand fair pay, better treatment, and stronger protections for game‑development workers. Ishii highlighted the industry’s “Wild West” labor environment, noting...
Turkish Mobile Developer Vento Games Secures $4m in Seed Round Funding
Google announced a major overhaul of its Play Store fee structure following its settlement with Epic Games. The standard in‑app purchase commission drops from 30% to 20%, with an extra 5% service charge applied in the EEA, UK and US....
FC 26 Title Update v1.5.0 Patch Notes: Tiki Taka Nerf and More
EA Sports released FC 26 Title Update v1.5.0, focusing on passing mechanics and shot dynamics. Ground passes now have higher accuracy and speed for players with strong passing stats, while lofted passes see reduced accuracy. The Tiki Taka playstyle suffers a...
Blue Prince's Somber Tone Was Inspired by Myst, Says Creator
Blue Prince, the award‑winning indie puzzle title, captured two 2026 DICE Awards for Outstanding Achievement in Game Design and Independent Game. Creator Tonda Ros revealed that the game’s somber, atmospheric tone was directly inspired by Cyan’s classic adventure Myst. The...
US Reopens Chinese Tech Data Security Scrutiny Amid Military Labels
This is a repeat of what happened in 2020 under the first Trump admin. Back when they first started exploring the TikTok ban as well. Was primarily around how Riot, Epic and others handled US user data. Ultimately...
93% OF AA & AAA STUDIOS SAY TODAY’S PRE-LAUNCH METRICS FAIL TO PREDICT SUCCESS
A FirstLook survey of over 250 senior AA and AAA studio leaders reveals that 93% cannot reliably forecast a game’s commercial success before launch, despite tracking extensive pre‑launch data such as wishlists and trailer views. The study shows a stark...
League of Legends Patch 26.5 Notes Released with Major Balance Changes
Riot Games released League of Legends Patch 26.5 on March 4, 2026, introducing a new Corrupted Petricite skin line for Maokai and Xerath and a Prestige Requiem Sona skin. The update’s primary focus is final balance tuning ahead of the First Stand international tournament, aiming to...
A New Mewgenics Update Solves One of My Biggest Frustrations
Developer Team17 released Mewgenics patch 1.0.20763, addressing key frustrations for players. The update lets players trigger hidden bear traps with attacks, removing the need to step on them. Flying cats now display distinct visual effects, correctly interact with fire tiles,...
"Gary Will No Longer Attack the Player From Beyond the Veil" Says The Outer Worlds 2's Latest Patch, Which Also...
Obsidian released patch 1.1.0.0 for The Outer Worlds 2, adding a waiting mechanic, toggle‑walk key, controller rebinding and new stealth‑kill animations. The update also squashes a series of quirky bugs, most notably preventing the Gary armor from attacking the player from “beyond...
Six Must‑Try Steam Next Fest Demos Still Available
The recent Steam Next Fest was great. So many wonderful demos for games I hadn't heard of. In the latest Game File, I highlighted 6 that still have PC demos up: - Froggy Hates Snow - Enter the Chronosphere - Wanderburg - Deg - Sokogram -...
Dan Reynolds Likens Coding to Songwriting Artistry
Here's our newest in-game interview with Imagine Dragons manager & Night Street Games founder, Mac Reynolds, along with his brother, Imagine Dragons lead singer Dan Reynolds and Night Street Games' chief creative officer. They did an interview while playing their...
Hands-Off Preview: Control Resonant Is As Heavy On The RPG As It Is On The Action
Remedy's upcoming sequel Control Resonant shifts the action from the Oldest House to a twisted, zone‑based version of New York City, where the Hiss have broken free. Players control Dylan, wielding the shape‑shifting melee weapon Aberrant, which can transform into...
2025 Game Industry Revenue Growth Flatlines Near Zero
A bleak report about the games industry made the rounds a couple of weeks ago. Then, last week, this dire chart was added to it What it shows: Game industry revenue growth in 2025, excluding China, Roblox, hardware and console services...
Prototype First: AI Saves Millions on Game Development
I skipped one step building my video game and burned $8 million. That step takes 72 hours with AI. Here's how to save yourself $8 million. The game is called Project Kyzen. Instead of building a cheap prototype to test if the...
Book Excerpt: The Game Narrative Kaleidoscope
Jon Ingold’s new anthology, The Game Narrative Kaleidoscope, compiles essays from over 150 game writers spanning indie to AAA studios. The project originated from a speculative call that attracted more than 300 responses in two days, resulting in a curated...
Google Revamps Play Store Fees and Sideloading Rules
Google is overhauling its policies on alternative app store sideloading and in-app billing, as well as its fee structure in Google Play. These changes will be rolled out starting in June. https://t.co/zaX2n1nIq0
Zero‑latency, Dual XLR/USB‑C: True GoXLR Replacement
a true GoXLR replacement, especially with the zero latency and dual XLR inputs / dual USB-C
Live Hard, Die Hard Brings a Unique Split Screen RTS Sim Experience, Now Globally Available on Mobile
Indie developer asobism has launched Live Hard, Die Hard, a real‑time strategy game that blends split‑screen combat with medical treatment. The title is now globally available on Android and iOS for $4.99. Players navigate a four‑week preparation cycle, juggling base...
Drop Assassin Mode; Focus on PvP Naval Battles
This is cool and all, but they should get rid of the Assassin stuff and just make a PvP naval battle game in the same style.
Ubisoft's Hexe Update Omits Clint Hocking Farewell
The first official update on Assassin's Creed Hexe from Ubisoft in years makes no mention of Clint Hocking leaving or thanking him for his long tenure at the company. https://t.co/twVkOQ1BG5
February’s Top Mobile Game Downloads
February’s mobile game download chart was topped by Block Blast, which stayed ahead of Free Fire by roughly four million installs despite a second consecutive month‑on‑month decline. Free Fire continued to generate over 20 million downloads, while Roblox slipped below the...
Marketing Director Defends No Console Reviews at Launch
Crimson Desert marketing director says there's nothing to hide as players worry about the lack of console version reviews at launch https://t.co/sPbsmiijgU
Resident Evil Requiem Hits 5M Sales, $350M Revenue
Resident Evil Requiem has sold 5 million copies in 5 days, approximately $350 Million USD in revenue. https://t.co/lYVLdRoS2U
Bloomberg: Sony Interactive Entertainment to No Longer Release Big PS5 Games on PC
Sony Interactive Entertainment announced it will cease porting its major single‑player PlayStation 5 titles to PC, keeping games like Ghost of Yotei and the upcoming Saros console‑exclusive. Online‑only titles such as Marathon will still be available on Windows, while externally published...
Sony Abandons PC Ports, Reversing 2025 Expansion Pledge
Sony is reportedly moving away from PlayStation PC ports. It’s a big change from a few years ago, when Sony said it wanted half of its games available on PC and mobile by 2025 https://t.co/4HlXG5b9Lz
Gamescom 2026: Registered Exhibitors up 15%, More than 40 Countries Taking Part
Gamescom 2026 has broken exhibitor registration records for the third consecutive year, with a 15% increase over 2025 and participants from more than 40 countries. The event will feature pavilions from 23 nations and introduces a new Gamescom Business Ticket...
(PR) Razer Introduces BlackShark V3 X HyperSpeed for Xbox and PlayStation - White Edition
Razer announced the White Edition of its BlackShark V3 X HyperSpeed headset for both Xbox and PlayStation consoles. The new colorway retains the lightweight, wireless design and esports‑grade audio performance of the original model. It targets next‑generation console users seeking...
If You Can Stomach Second-Hand Gaming Handhelds, I'd Look at Refurbed Asus ROG Ally and Lenovo Legion Go to Survive...
The article warns that rising RAM costs and discontinued models have made new gaming handhelds like the Asus ROG Ally and Lenovo Legion Go prohibitively expensive. Refurbished and second‑hand units now appear at roughly $430‑$480, offering performance comparable to older...
First-Person Puzzle Adventure The House of Tesla Is Getting a Definitive Edition Free Upgrade
Blue Brain Games announced The House of Tesla: Definitive Edition, a free upgrade arriving March 10 for all existing owners. The update overhauls the entire experience, including a rebuilt final Tower chapter with new puzzles and visuals. It adds upgraded textures,...
Bizarre Lineage Controls Guide
Bizarre Lineage, a Roblox anime‑style action game, features a dense set of default controls covering movement, combat combos, and Stand abilities. The guide lists each keybind—from WASD movement to specific Stand moves—and explains how players can fully remap them through...
TIGA Calls on the UK Government to Strengthen the Video Games Expenditure Credit in the Upcoming Autumn Budget
The UK games trade body TIGA is urging the government to boost the Video Games Expenditure Credit (VGEC) in the upcoming Autumn Budget, proposing a 53% credit rate for projects with budgets up to £23.5 million. It also recommends expanding qualifying...
Humble Choice for March 2026 Has Tempest Rising and Other Goodies
Humble Choice’s March 2026 bundle, priced at $14.99 (£11.49), spotlights the critically‑acclaimed RTS Tempest Rising alongside seven additional titles. Each game boasts strong Steam community approval, with ratings ranging from 78% to 98% positive, and most achieve Platinum status on ProtonDB...
4-Player Co-Op Switch 2 Console Exclusive Game Shadow Dropped
Developer Klei Entertainment announced that its four‑player co‑op roguelite Rotwood has left early access and launched on Nintendo Switch 2 and PC. The game is now a Switch 2 console exclusive, priced at $29.99, and includes major updates such as a narrative...
Fanatical's Capcom Favorites BudleFest 2026 Sale Offers up Street Fighter, Marvel Vs. Capcom, Resident Evil and More for Cheap
Fanatical’s BudleFest 2026 is offering a Capcom Favorites build‑your‑own bundle, letting shoppers combine at least two titles for $6.50 each, with deeper discounts for four or more games. The catalog includes major franchises such as Street Fighter 5 Champion Edition with...
High on Life 2 Fight Club Bets Guide
High on Life 2 introduces a hidden Fight Club accessed after unlocking Circuit Arcadia. Players can wager pesos on combatants, but success hinges on keeping chosen fighters alive using arena traps. Bets are optional; fights occur regardless, allowing practice before risking money....
Now Xbox Has Also Patented ‘Help Sessions’ that Play Your Game for You when You’re Stuck
Microsoft has been granted a set of patents describing AI‑driven “help sessions” that can take over a player’s controls when they become stuck. The system uses machine‑learning to detect difficulty, prompts the user, and then hands control to either a...
The Best Fan-Made Pombon Evolutions for Pokemon Winds and Waves
Fan artists have filled the gap left by Pokémon Winds and Waves by sketching full evolution lines for the starter Pombon, offering designs that range from legendary‑inspired to ultra‑fluffy concepts. The most popular submissions include Iker_320’s Barong‑like final form, pierreodactyl’s...
Limbus Company 2026 Roadmap Revealed
Project Moon unveiled Limbus Company’s 2026 roadmap during its 3rd‑anniversary livestream, outlining major content drops through August 2026. The plan includes a revamped Season 7 Mirror Dungeon, the 8th and 9th Walpurgisnacht events, a two‑part Chapter 9.5 story, and the flagship Canto 10...
How to Find and Catch Zapdos in Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen
Zapdos is a static legendary encounter in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen, found in the Power Plant accessed via HM03 Surf. Its catch rate of 3 (1.5 %) makes it one of the hardest Pokémon to capture, giving players only one chance per...
Logitech G325 Lightspeed Gaming Headset Review: Cheap Wireless Cans that Don’t Sound Too Shabby
Logitech’s G325 Lightspeed headset brings true‑wireless gaming audio to the budget segment at roughly £70. Constructed entirely from plastic and synthetic fabrics, it’s lightweight enough for marathon sessions and features a hidden beamforming microphone. Sound quality is adequate for games,...
Rick and Morty Return to Fortnite with Wave 3 – Including Pickle Rick
Epic Games announced the return of Rick and Morty to Fortnite in Chapter 7 Season 2 with Wave 3, headlined by the long‑awaited Pickle Rick skin and the Rick Prime outfit. The new skins were revealed via a teaser and are set to hit the...
Most Arrogant Skyrim NPCs
Skyrim continues to captivate players more than a decade after its 2011 launch, thanks to a robust modding ecosystem and memorable open‑world design. A recent feature highlights six NPCs—Njada Stonearm, Heimskr, Farengar Secret‑Fire, Endarie, Delphine, and Nazeem—who exhibit inflated self‑importance,...
Report: Trump Administration Reviews Tencent Gaming Investments over Security Concerns
The Trump administration is reviewing Tencent’s gaming investments for potential national‑security risks. Senior officials are assessing the Chinese conglomerate’s stakes in Riot Games, Epic Games, Supercell and other Western studios. The review comes amid heightened U.S.–China tensions and just before...
AMD Unveils Ryzen AI 400 Series CPUs with New AI PC Focus
AMD announced the Ryzen AI 400 series at Mobile World Congress 2026, introducing desktop processors with an integrated XDNA 2 neural processing unit delivering up to 50 TOPS of AI compute. The chips combine Zen 5 cores and RDNA 3.5 graphics and are the first AM5...
THE CUBE, SAVE US Launches in Early Access on March 18
THE CUBE, SAVE US, developed by XLGAMES, entered Early Access on Steam on March 18. The game blends extraction‑style survival with close‑combat focus, set in a post‑apocalyptic world where players navigate 27 modular cube fragments. Each cube gate reshapes the environment—downtown...
Steam Deck Restocks Resume After Valve Fixes RAM Supply
Valve announced that Steam Deck restocks have resumed after the company resolved a RAM component shortage that had throttled production of higher‑capacity models. The 1TB and 512 GB variants are now appearing at their original MSRP, marking the first significant supply...
Blizzard Announces Next Diablo 4 Developer Update Livestream
Blizzard announced a Diablo 4 developer update livestream scheduled for March 5 at 11 a.m. PST on Twitch and YouTube. The broadcast will focus on the newly revealed Warlock class, detailing its occult talents and lore origins. Developers will also preview upcoming seasonal content,...