Today's Gaming Pulse
Capcom rolls out free demo for blockbuster Resident Evil Requiem
Resident Evil Requiem, which has sold over 7 million copies, now offers a free demo across major platforms. Players can try early chapters on Steam, Epic, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and Switch 2, though progress cannot be transferred to the full game.
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Dark Fantasy Open-World RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker Gets a Reveal Stream, With Launch Date, Next Week
Rebel Wolves will host a "Road to Launch" livestream on April 28 at 9:00 a.m. PT, unveiling fresh gameplay, a new story trailer, system specs and a launch window for its open‑world vampire RPG *The Blood of Dawnwalker*. The event promises to reveal the exact release date later this year. Set in 14th‑century Europe, the game follows Coen, a half‑human, half‑vampire Dawnwalker whose choices shape the narrative. The studio is led by Witcher 3 director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, adding veteran credibility.
Ecco the Dolphin: Complete Will Combine Remasters and a Sequel Into One Package
Ecco the Dolphin: Complete will merge remastered versions of the original two titles with a brand‑new sequel, creating a single definitive package. Announced by creator Ed Annunziata’s studio A&R Atelier, the collection adds graphical upgrades, built‑in speedrun support, achievements, leaderboards,...
New Magic: The Gathering Feature Delves Into Final Fantasy XIV Cards' Design Choices
Wizards of the Coast published a new feature that pulls back the curtain on the design of Magic: The Gathering cards inspired by Final Fantasy XIV. Designer Cameron Williams, an admitted FFXIV enthusiast, explains how narrative depth guided mechanics, citing the...
Frosthaven's Final Early Access Content Update, Into the Abyss, Is Live
Frosthaven’s third and final Early Access update, "Into the Abyss," is now live on Steam and Epic. The patch introduces the Lurker storyline, taking players to the Burning Sea, and adds two new heroes—Coral and Kelp—plus the elusive Brummix pet....
Happy Chaos Can Lock Opponents Down with a Near Inescapable, Full-Screen Loop in Guilty Gear Strive as Evo Japan 2026...
Arc System Works confirmed that Happy Chaos in Guilty Gear Strive can force opponents into a near‑inescapable full‑screen block string, a mechanic that remains legal for competitive play. The issue was highlighted in the recent 2.00 patch, and a follow‑up update promises...
Final Fantasy XIV Manga Chapters Free During 2026 US Fan Fest
Square Enix is offering free access to select chapters of two Final Fantasy XIV manga series on Manga Up during the 2026 US Fan Festival. The alternate‑universe slice‑of‑life title *Eorzea Academy* (chapters 1.1‑4.1) and the realistic mahjong‑club story *Saki &...
Brazil Outlines Its Big Ambitions for Gamescom Latam Event
Brazil’s leading game industry bodies – Abragames, Brazil Games and ApexBrasil – announced ambitious goals for Gamescom Latam 2026, scheduled for April 29 to May 3. The event will showcase Brazil’s emergence as a fast‑growing global hub for game development, drawing regional studios,...
GameStop Shares Rise as Power Packs Digital Card Platform Launches
GameStop Corp. shares edged up to $25.21, a 1.16% gain, after the company rolled out Power Packs, a digital trading‑card platform that unlocks real PSA‑graded cards. The modest rally reflects investor interest in the retailer’s diversification beyond video games into...
Marvel Rivals' Free Emma Frost Skin Comes Under Fire
Marvel Rivals announced a free Emma Frost Hellfire Gala skin, but players find it disappointingly similar to previous releases. The new outfit drops the thigh‑high boots but retains the signature leotard, bob haircut, and a flat, lifeless cape that diverges...
Oh No, World Of Warcraft’s Latest Patch Is Full Of Wacky Bugs And Somehow Ruins Prop Hunt, Too
World of Warcraft’s Patch 12.0.5 introduced new Void‑themed zones, bonus loot rolls, a deep‑sea fishing event, and the Decor Duels prop‑hunt mode, but the update quickly unraveled. Players reported a broken bonus‑roll system, a critical housing outage on NA servers,...
Feature: Xbox Game Pass vs PS Plus: Was Sony Right All Along?
Microsoft slashed Xbox Game Pass Ultimate to $22.99 after a brief hike to $29.99, acknowledging the service’s rising cost. Internal leaks reveal the company lost roughly $300 million by bundling Call of Duty’s Black Ops 6, prompting a reevaluation of its loss‑leader strategy....
8.8 Honkai Impact 3rd Update Adds Bailu Youyun AstralOp
HoYoVerse announced the 8.8 Honkai Impact 3rd update arriving on April 30, 2026, which introduces Bailu Youyun as the sixth AstralOp character. The new unit is presented as a Data Research Institute director and professor, with teasers highlighting her custom uniform, antler accessory, and...
The Successes - and Failures - Of Final Fantasy XIV Dawntrail
Final Fantasy XIV’s Dawntrail expansion delivered the largest amount of new content in the game’s history, but its reception has been sharply divided. Light‑Heavyweight raids earned praise for fresh mechanics, while high‑difficulty encounters like Chaotic Cloud of Darkness proved overly punishing....
Fragmentary Order Won't Be an Extraction Shooter, Says Escape From Tarkov Founder
Escape from Tarkov’s creator Nikita Buyanov is developing a new sci‑fi FPS called Fragmentary Order under Rant Gaming Studios. While built on Unreal Engine, the game will feature extraction mechanics but aims to transcend the traditional extraction‑shooter formula. Buyanov describes it...
Gameplay Breakdown of Wolfgang Krauser in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves
Wolfgang Krauser will be added to SNK’s upcoming fighting title *Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves* on April 24, 2026. SNK released a detailed gameplay breakdown highlighting Krauser’s versatile toolkit, which includes anti‑air options, a chargeable projectile, and an armored command grab....
Everything We Know About Alex Garland’s Elden Ring Movie, Including The Latest Leaks From Its Set
A24, Bandai Namco, and DNA Films have officially announced Alex Garland’s live‑action *Elden Ring* movie, slated for a March 3, 2028 theatrical release. The film’s cast includes Kit Connor, Cailee Spaeny, Ben Whishaw and eight additional actors, with production set designs leaking from London locations that mimic...
Switch 2 Is The Second-Fastest Selling Console In US History
Nintendo’s Switch 2 has become the second‑fastest selling console in U.S. history, moving an estimated 568,000 units in March 2026 alone. The surge pushes its U.S. lifetime sales to roughly 5.4 million, a 12 percent edge over the original Switch’s launch‑aligned performance. The breakout...
Temtem: Pioneers Gets Exclusive Fossil Tems, Crema Previews Solo and Co-Op Play & The Variety of Biomes
The Kickstarter for Temtem: Pioneers has hit its €250,000 ($275,000) stretch goal, unlocking six fossil‑based Tems and a new dungeon. An improved mount system was also unlocked at €300,000 ($330,000). The developers detailed solo and up‑to‑five‑player co‑op options, including offline...
FFXIV 2026 Fan Fest Keynote: Start Time and Where to Watch
Square Enix’s 2026 Final Fantasy XIV Fan Fest kicks off with a keynote at 10 a.m. PDT on Friday, April 24, streamed on the game’s YouTube and Twitch channels. Producer Naoki Yoshida will lead the two‑hour presentation, which is expected to reveal details...
007 First Light Trailer Shows Off a Fan-Favorite Feature From an Old James Bond Game and a New Mission Type
IO Interactive unveiled the "Rules of Spycraft" trailer for 007 First Light, the first James Bond game in over a decade, slated for release on May 27 2026. The preview highlighted a new Tac Sim mission mode that pits agents against global leaderboards and...
Leak Suggests Solid Pricing for Steam Machine, but Even that Might Be Too High to Save It
According to a recent leak, Valve’s upcoming Steam Machine is expected to launch in the $650‑$750 range, a reduction from earlier $800‑$900 estimates driven by a recent RAM shortage linked to AI demand. The price places the device on par...
How to Enchant and Make the Enchanting Table in Windrose
Windrose players can craft an Enchanting Table once they unlock its blueprint by exploring the Cursed Swamps. The workstation requires three Mire Metal Ingots, ten Hewn Stone, ten Plant Fiber and two Essence Arborum, and must be placed under a...
Koei Tecmo Is Absolutely Killing It Right Now as Hits Like Nioh 3 Smash Sales Expectations
Koei Tecmo has upgraded its earnings outlook after a surge in quarterly sales, driven by strong performance of titles such as Nioh 3, Fatal Frame 2 remake, and Pokémon Pokopia. The publisher posted a 16.1% rise in operating profit, overturning an expected...
Ecco the Dolphin: Complete Revealed, a Mixture of Remaster and Brand New Game Spanning Every Ecco Game From the 8...
Sega and original creator Ed Annunziata announced Ecco the Dolphin: Complete, a collection that remasters the classic 1992 titles Ecco the Dolphin and Ecco: The Tides of Time and adds a brand‑new game. The set spans every 8‑bit to 16‑bit...
Xbox Isn't Ditching Mobile Games, Says New CEO
Microsoft appointed Asha Sharma as Xbox CEO, promptly retiring the "This is an Xbox" campaign. Sharma clarified that the previously hinted Xbox mobile games store is still in development, underscoring a more open, cross‑platform vision. The move follows a recent...
Kitty Stroll Is a Japanese Idle Game Where You Watch Your Cat Go for a Walk
Team Moko App has launched Kitty Stroll, a free‑to‑play idle cat game for Android. Set in a pixel‑art world, players watch a cat wander, eat, sleep and discover treasures, with minimal taps to affect mood or direction. Stars earned from...
The Delta Force Season Echo Update Has Reworked Its Most Iconic Map, with the Perfect Counter to Campers
Team Jade’s Season Echo update revamps the flagship Zero Dam map in Delta Force, adding a second elevator entrance, wider attack angles, and stripped‑down defender cover to encourage movement. New reed marshes populated by birds expose players who camp, while the...
Best Players for FC 26 Columbus Creator Evolution
EA Sports' FIFA 26 introduces the free Columbus Creator Evolution, allowing players to upgrade a CDM card that meets specific caps—overall 88, defending 98, playstyle 10, and not a World Tour Silver Star. The evolution unfolds over five levels, each...
Where Winds Meet’s Hexi Expansion Launches Its Final Chapter, Qinchuan, on April 29th
The free Hexi Expansion for the MMORPG *Where Winds Meet* reaches its climax with the final chapter, Qinchuan, launching on April 29 (Pacific Time). The update adds nearly 20 new sub‑regions, fresh bosses, and the counter‑oriented Heng Blade weapon introduced...
Dinkum – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Now Available; ‘The Great Bite’ Update Now Available for PC
KRAFTON and indie creator James Bendon have launched a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of the farming‑sim game Dinkum, offering a free upgrade for existing Switch owners and bundling the “Animal Tracks” update for both Switch platforms. Simultaneously, the PC version on...
Elden Ring Movie Set Photos Inspire Hope with Physical Scenery and some Loathsome Dung Eating
Filming for the Elden Ring movie is underway in London, and recent set photos reveal that A24 is building physical locations rather than relying solely on CGI. The images showcase Raya Lucaria Academy cages, Erdtree banners, and a gallows that...
One Year Strong: GamesBeat Thrives Thanks to Community
Today is the one-year anniversary of when we spun GamesBeat out of VB as an independent company. We're in better shape with a strong team. I'm grateful for the work our team has done. It's exciting to see how far...
Microsoft Still Eyes Full Multiplatform Xbox Store on Android
Microsoft’s new head of gaming, Asha Sharma, says Microsoft is still pursuing the idea of evolving the Xbox App for Android into a full-fledged multiplatform game store.
GT7 Is Getting the Renault Twingo and Some Other Cars People Probably Care About
Gran Turismo 7’s April 1.69 patch adds three new cars—a classic Renault Twingo, a rare Porsche 964 Leichtbau, and the electric hyper‑car Yangwang U9—plus a Muscle Car Extra Menu and Power Pack Challenges. The Twingo marks the first appearance of...
Last Flag Deserves Love for Its Delightful Experience
I see Last Flag isn't getting much love. That's sad, as I know Mac and Dan Reynolds put a lot of work into this dream game. But it really can be a delightful experience. https://t.co/ysWscW2a26
Xbox Is Reportedly Taking a ‘Pick Your Own Plan’ Approach to Game Pass
Microsoft is reportedly redesigning Xbox Game Pass with a “pick your own plan” model that lets subscribers customize which features they pay for. The change follows a recent price cut that removed Call of Duty from the service, lowering the...
How To Defeat The Stone Giant In Crimson Desert
The Stone Giant quest in Crimson Desert tasks players with defeating Cubewalker Lithus at the Southern Quarry to complete Count Felix’s House Felix mission. Lithus attacks with slams, stone barrages, and a whirlwind form, but its red‑glowing head becomes vulnerable...
Meet The People Making A New GTA Game Inside The World Of Manhunt
A fan‑driven team has released a demo of GTA: Carcer City, a GTA: San Andreas mod that fully reimagines the game inside Manhunt’s Carcer City. The mod blends original Manhunt levels with 85% newly created assets inspired by Detroit‑style industrial decay. Developers say...
I Was Eyeing up the New Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 5, but the Android Tablet's Price Is Wrong
Lenovo has launched the Legion Tab Gen 5 in the UK, pricing it at £699.99 (about $946). The Android gaming tablet boasts a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor and an 8.8‑inch PureSight display, but its cost exceeds many rivals. Competitors such...
World of Warcraft's Latest Midnight Update, 12.0.5, Is Live, Bringing More Void Advances, and New Challenges
Blizzard released World of Warcraft patch 12.0.5, the "Midnight" update, adding a suite of new end‑game activities. Players can now tackle rotating Void Assaults in Eversong Woods and Zul’Aman, disrupt Ritual Sites for greater rewards, and use the Voidforge to...
Microsoft Hints at Discord‑Xbox Game Pass Bundle
Microsoft has started teasing a mysterious Discord and Xbox Game Pass partnership 🤔 could we see a Game Pass sub bundled with Nitro? Details here 👇 https://t.co/4ZIZ9CoHf0
Grab a Free The Traveller Skin in Fortnite when You Buy Cronos The New Dawn
Fortnite is offering a Cronos: The New Dawn outfit for 1,500 V‑Bucks (about $15) and a free version for players who buy the game on the Epic Games Store after April 21. The skin replicates the Traveler’s helmet, armor, and Sword MK‑1615,...
A New Hearts of Iron 4 DLC Just Gave a Pivotal WW2 Nation the Chance to Change History
Paradox Interactive released the "Peace For Our Time" DLC for Hearts of Iron 4, adding a deep focus tree that lets players rewrite Czechoslovakia's fate from 1936 onward. The expansion offers five political branches—democratic, monarchist, communist, fascist and military dictatorship—each with...
How To Get And Use Ozen In Tides Of Tomorrow
In Tides of Tomorrow, Ozen is a scarce resource that mitigates the plastemia disease affecting the player. Health is displayed as HP bars, and each story segment reduces two HP bars while a single Ozen bottle restores one. Players can...
Dynasty of the Sword Is a Digital Gamebook Born From an Old Tabletop RPG
Dynasty of the Sword, an interactive gamebook from French indie studio Lhad, has launched exclusively on Android. The title blends classic choose‑your‑own‑adventure storytelling with lightweight RPG mechanics, offering 1,750 paragraphs, five possible endings, and a reputation system that shapes guild...
Xbox Mobile Store Plans Still Alive After Two-Year Delay
remember the Xbox mobile store that was supposed to launch 2 years ago? Microsoft says the "idea" of an Xbox mobile store "is not dead" yet. Details 👇 https://t.co/UiY8cKExsK
Shooter Delayed Indefinitely for Game Pass Resurfaces After Years of Silence
Small Impact Games broke its silence with a fresh update on the sci‑fi shooter Marauders, which was indefinitely delayed for a PC Game Pass launch in 2022. The studio says it is undertaking a full overhaul of core systems rather...
Full Stake Ranked Circuit Revealed
Stake and StarLadder unveiled the full 2026 Stake Ranked circuit, adding five LAN events to the schedule after G2 clinched the inaugural title on April 4. Episode 2, slated for May 27‑30, will host a $100,000 prize pool and feature six pre‑invited elite...
Roblox Pays $23 Million to Settle Child‑Safety Lawsuits in Alabama and West Virginia
Roblox has agreed to pay more than $23 million to settle state investigations in Alabama and West Virginia over alleged child‑safety failures. The deals require sweeping platform changes, expanded parental controls, and set a template for future state actions against gaming...
Project Helix’s AMD GPU Features Zero Customization by Microsoft – Rumor
Industry insider KeplerL2 claims Microsoft’s upcoming Project Helix console will ship with an off‑the‑shelf AMD GPU that receives zero custom modifications. The GPU, based on AMD’s RDNA 5 architecture, will support Neural Arrays and deliver roughly 3,000 TOPS of AI throughput dedicated...