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Know What's Happening in Gaming
GTA 5 set to leave Xbox Game Pass on April 15, 2026
Grand Theft Auto 5 will be removed from Xbox Game Pass on April 15, 2026, ending its longest run on the service since April 2025. The title has been added and removed multiple times since 2020, underscoring the volatility of third‑party games on subscription platforms.
NEXUS and Playwith Korea will globally launch Seal M on CROSS, a mobile MMORPG built on the CROSS on‑chain gaming platform, on March 19, 2026. The title reimagines the classic Seal Online with cartoon‑style graphics, combo combat and new blockchain‑linked features. A "Journey’s and Invitation" event will let existing players migrate progress and earn on‑chain items. Pre‑registrations have already topped 1.5 million, underscoring strong player interest ahead of the launch.
Arrowhead Game Studios quietly removed the iconic Tiananmen Square "Tank Man" recreation from Helldivers 2’s Discord after it was spammed by players following the War Horse trailer launch. The ban also extended to the phrase "Tiananmen Square" via the server’s automod, prompting...
Square Enix unveiled a detailed character trailer for Gaia, the FFXIV Oracle of Darkness, as part of the launch roster for the upcoming mobile fighting game Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy. The video showcases Gaia’s updated design, confirms voice actress Yuna...
IO Interactive’s upcoming title *007 First Light* released a Beyond the Light developer diary revealing key cast members, including Alastair Mackenzie as a younger, mentor‑type Q. The diary also introduces Priyanga Burford as M, Kiera Lester as Miss Moneypenny, and newcomer Greenway, who...
Rob Pardo, former Blizzard chief creative officer and co‑founder of Bonfire Studios, will deliver the keynote at the GDC Festival of Gaming on March 12. His talk, “An Odyssey in Building Games That Last,” will draw on his three‑decade career...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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, 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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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 -...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Sad to see the layoffs happen again, but there's more to this story. Build A Rocket Boy's CEO alleges criminal actions and espionage against the company are being litigated. https://t.co/oF7JqdMa2c
New: Supercell is cooperating with a US government review of Tencent's investment in US game companies https://t.co/8zCijY6p4C
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...
"If you need the yellow paint to know where to climb this game isn’t for you."
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
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...
a true GoXLR replacement, especially with the zero latency and dual XLR inputs / dual USB-C
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.
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...
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
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
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...
Resident Evil Requiem has sold 5 million copies in 5 days, approximately $350 Million USD in revenue. https://t.co/lYVLdRoS2U
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
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...
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...
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, 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...
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’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...
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 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 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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
