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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.
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, delivering clear dialogue and positional effects, though music and complex tracks feel a bit smeared. The main drawbacks are a murky mic and stiff competition from the slightly pricier SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3X, which offers sharper audio and a clearer microphone.
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...
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,...
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 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, 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...
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 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,...
PocketTactics’ Sailor Piece boss guide catalogs every world and mob boss, detailing HP, locations, spawn timers, and drop tables. It highlights rare loot rates for items such as boss tickets, rerolls, and exclusive gear. The guide also links to code...
Japanese indie studio Jimineko Games has released a Steam demo for the PC version of Labyrinth of Aetheria, announcing an Early Access launch. The title, originally a mobile dungeon crawler on iOS and Android since January 2024, now adds a...
Shapez 2, the shape‑cutting factory‑building simulation, will launch its full 1.0 version on April 23, 2026, bringing a suite of major upgrades. The update introduces Manufacture Mode, enabling large‑scale, permanent factories with resource chains and Trade Stations. Full Steam Workshop support and robust...
Electronic Arts announced it is hiring a senior engineer to port its Javelin kernel‑level anticheat to the Windows‑on‑Arm (WoA) platform. The move confirms that major publishers are preparing their security stacks for ARM‑based Windows 11 PCs. It coincides with NVIDIA's...
Roblox’s horror‑simulation title Scary Shawarma Kiosk introduces a new antagonist called The Inspector, triggered when players serve anomalous customers, refuse service, or encounter hazards. If The Inspector fully rises, players lose access to the perfect ending and face a punitive...
The Games Growth Summit returns for its sixth edition on 4 June at RSM Global in London, unveiling its first speakers. Omdia senior analysts George Jijiashvili and Liam Deane will explore AI, content saturation, and market dynamics in a data‑driven session....
Japanese publisher HAMSTER Co. announced that the classic 1987 Taito arcade game PLUMP POP will arrive on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 on March 5 2026 as part of its Arcade Archives digital series. The title features the original trampoline‑based gameplay where players...
MCV/DEVELOP has appointed Into Games as the official charity for its 2026 Awards, a ceremony that honors excellence across the UK games sector. The partnership was announced by CEO Declan Cassidy, who highlighted the need for greater social mobility amid...
Thymesia, an indie soulslike heavily inspired by Bloodborne, is now on sale for $7.62 after a 70% discount on Fanatical. The game blends fast‑paced Bloodborne combat with Sekiro‑style mechanics, letting players absorb plague to forge weapons and shift into a...
G2 Esports announced a four‑player roster for Riot Games' Teamfight Tactics, marking the organisation's entry into the autobattler scene. The lineup features French talent Muhammed “Canbizz” Canbaz, Emre “Double61” Demirtas, Enzo “Enzosx” Bordonzotti, and Laurent “Pas de Bol” Cidere, all...
TheGhostOfHope, a long‑standing source of Call of Duty leaks, announced he will stop publishing confidential information after receiving a legal demand from Activision. The leakster said he will remain active in the community, focusing on official updates and general discussion....
CD Projekt Red announced that Cyberpunk 2077 will join Xbox Game Pass on March 10, accessible to Premium and Ultimate subscribers on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. The title will arrive with all post‑launch updates, including the Edgerunners content, and supports...
Glory Ages: Vikings, an action title by Vladislav Vasilev, offers skill‑based combat and striking visuals but currently provides no redeemable codes. The article notes that developers have not released any codes yet, though future releases are likely tied to game...
ATLUS and SuperGroupies have launched a merchandise line for RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army, featuring a pocketwatch, overcoat, and cross‑body bag. The items will be available for pre‑order in summer 2026, with pricing to be announced later....
Pokémon Pokopia launched with a day‑one patch, bumping the title to version 1.0.1. The update primarily delivers a series of bug fixes aimed at stabilizing core gameplay. Nintendo requires the new version for any online functionality, while local multiplayer sessions...
Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue will debut in Singapore at Green Canvas, Mandai Wildlife Reserve from April 24 to September 13, 2026. The one‑hour, family‑friendly adventure features eight themed rooms, large‑scale projections, motion‑tracking gameplay and a handheld Orb of Interaction. Tickets...
Activision’s Raven Software is beta‑testing Iron Gauntlet, a duos‑only Warzone mode launching March 5 on Verdansk. The mode doubles base health to 300, slows time‑to‑kill and makes Mountaineer the default perk, emphasizing positioning over raw firepower. Free loadout drops are disabled...
Looking forward to speaking at another Japan Society event, this time during GDC Festival of games. David B. Hoppe, Managing Partner, Gamma Law, is moderating a session with me and Teppei Tsutsui, General Partner at GFR Fund, on gaming trends....
Korean stock market -12% today, the bloodbath affected the local game companies like so: Neowiz -13.7% Kakao Games -12.5% Netmarble -11% Com2Us -10.8% Krafton -10.6% Nexon Games -10.3% Devsisters -10.2% PearlAbyss -10% Shift Up -8.8%
Capcom has redirected many Street Fighter 6 artists to focus on the Monster Hunter franchise, limiting new costume development for SF6. Despite the shortfall, SF6 has sold over 6.36 million copies, indicating strong market performance. The company plans to introduce additional high‑resolution costumes...
Multiple video games including Valorant, Fortnite, Rocket League, and EA FC saw local servers temporarily taken down this week in Bahrain and the UAE. This comes after drone strikes hit 3 AWS facilities across the two countries. EU servers, but with...
The Gamer’s walkthrough details how to complete the Survival Directive contract in Marathon, a contract offered by the Nucal faction. Players must locate specific computers in the Station and Overflow zones to download geological survey data and a botany report....
indie studio releases inKONBINI: One Store, Many Stories, a PS5 simulation set in 1990s Japan. Players assume Makoto Hayakawa, assisting her aunt in a konbini, blending visual‑novel dialogue with light management minigames. The game showcases iconic Japanese convenience‑store foods, like...
DoubleDown Interactive reported Q4 2025 revenue of $95.8 million, a 17% year‑over‑year increase, driven by social casino growth and a 78% surge in iGaming revenue from SuperNation. Adjusted EBITDA rose 16% to $40.6 million, while net operating cash flow reached $42.6 million, bringing...
War Robots: Frontiers celebrates its first anniversary with a limited‑time event running through March 17, featuring an “Infinite Fuel” modifier, a new pilot Bruno Lantoni, and three exclusive cosmetics in the Anniversary Vault. The Infinite Fuel mechanic removes boost and dash...
Capcom released the official Street Fighter 6 character guide for Alex, detailing his move set and new mechanics. Alex is positioned as a power character with long‑range pokes and a forward‑pressure playstyle, featuring the Flash Axe and its Prowler Stance that...
Ubisoft’s The Division 2 introduces a limited‑time Realism mode during the Anniversary season, offering a hyper‑realistic experience that strips away HUD elements and dramatically lowers time‑to‑kill. Players must rely on precise aiming, with headshots becoming the most efficient kill method, while...
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Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered was announced for both Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2, promising updated HD graphics, a camera toggle, photo mode, alternate skins, and previously unreleased levels. The title originally targeted a March 3, 2026 launch, but a March 3...
HoYoverse, the creator of Genshin Impact and Honkai series, has posted job listings for a new 3D multiplayer online battle arena built on Unreal Engine 5. The undisclosed title is slated to feature PvP, PvE, and co‑op modes, indicating a full‑scale...
Bethesda has added Elder Scrolls Online (ESO) to the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games lineup, offering the Gold Road Collection free to all PS Plus subscribers. The bundle includes the June 2025 Gold Road expansion plus every prior DLC, effectively delivering the full ESO...
With everything going on in the world, I have to say they chose to drop Pokemon Fire Red at the PERFECT time for salvaging my mental/emotional health.
Elgato’s new Stream Deck Plus XL has 36 LCD buttons instead of 8, and 6 customizable dials. That’s a whole lot of Stream Deck https://t.co/Np8uk1IdCB
Wildlight Entertainment announced that its PvP raid shooter Highguard will permanently shut down on March 12, following a final content patch. The last update will introduce a new Warden character, a fresh weapon, expanded skill trees, and account‑level progression. The studio...
The Concord people wanted to make Concord. The Highguard people wanted to make Highguard. The Marathon people want to make Marathon. I get the draw of simple morality plays and shareholder capitalism is an easy villain but "stop trying to...
Normalize Open-Sourcing Servers for Multiplayer Games That Get Shut Down (Yes there are frictions and problems with this, but if you want your game to live on in history, plan for these problems in advance and minimize them) https://t.co/TZXrShYJEP
Ubisoft celebrates The Division 2’s ten‑year anniversary with a fresh set of Twitch Drops, offering free in‑game items to viewers. Players earn five distinct rewards—caches, a patch, a weapon skin, and a backpack trophy—by accumulating watch time on partnered streams. The...
Highguard is the next Concord. It’s shutting down this month, after originally launching in January. It’s yet another victim of publishers chasing the success of games like Fortnite https://t.co/aXm68HJQMj
Square Enix introduced a new Variant Dungeon in Final Fantasy 14’s Patch 7.45, but players quickly criticized its reward structure. The base version lost its signature mount, which was reassigned to the Advanced version, and now only offers an eye mask. Meanwhile,...
Funcom is using the next Public Test Client for Dune: Awakening to trial a server‑migration system that will combine closing worlds into new destinations. Servers marked “Closing” will give players 24 hours to gather resources before a forced transfer at 3 p.m. UTC...
Square Enix released the first character trailer for its upcoming mobile fighting game Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy, spotlighting Prompto from Final Fantasy XV. The preview highlights Prompto’s long‑range gunplay, showcasing abilities such as Alea Bazooka and Trigger‑Happy, and confirms Japanese...
Highuard made it 29 days longer than Concord. Players in the Discord are trying to decide who or what to blame as some ask for refunds. https://t.co/fdPWk7VsPl
Game industry layoffs reached 48 events, affecting 2,579 jobs in 2026, a slower pace than analysts predicted. Despite the overall deceleration, 17 of the last 20 layoff incidents occurred in North America, highlighting a regional concentration. Industry observers attribute the...
