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Fortnite Leaker Actually Worked for Epic Games, According to New Lawsuit
NewsMar 5, 2026

Fortnite Leaker Actually Worked for Epic Games, According to New Lawsuit

Epic Games filed a lawsuit in North Carolina against former contractor Hayden Cohen, known as “AdiraFNInfo,” accusing him of leaking unreleased Fortnite content. Cohen allegedly breached a September 2025 NDA by posting confidential details about upcoming collaborations with brands such...

By Game Developer (formerly Gamasutra)
Crimson Desert's 'Cutscene Fast-Forward' Feature Shouldn't Be as Controversial as It Is
NewsMar 5, 2026

Crimson Desert's 'Cutscene Fast-Forward' Feature Shouldn't Be as Controversial as It Is

Pearl Abyss’s upcoming open‑world title Crimson Desert introduces a fast‑forward dialog feature, allowing players to accelerate cutscenes at 1.5‑2× speed while retaining comprehension. The tool sparked debate: some view it as a concession that the story may be weak, others...

By PCGamesN
What To Do With Mysterious Slates in Pokopia (Mysterious Mural)
NewsMar 5, 2026

What To Do With Mysterious Slates in Pokopia (Mysterious Mural)

GameRant explains how to locate and use the 27 randomly placed Mysterious Slates in Pokémon Pokopia. Players must equip the Dowsing Machine and a Search‑specialty Pokémon, such as Pidgey, to detect the yellow sparkles that mark each slate. Correct placement requires...

By Game Rant
RUINER 2 Announced for PC
NewsMar 5, 2026

RUINER 2 Announced for PC

Reikon Games unveiled RUINER 2, a cooperative action‑RPG sequel to its 2017 title, targeting PC gamers on Steam and the Epic Games Store. The game expands the original’s top‑down shooter with a novel Shell system, allowing players to control up to...

By Gematsu
How to Get Aerodactyl in Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen
NewsMar 5, 2026

How to Get Aerodactyl in Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen

Players can obtain Aerodactyl in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen by first acquiring the Old Amber fossil from a scientist in Pewter City, which requires the HM01 Cut ability. After securing the fossil, the player must travel to Cinnabar Island and...

By Game Rant
Leaker Claims BioShock 4 Will Be an 'Immersive Sim' With a 'Semi-Open World'
NewsMar 5, 2026

Leaker Claims BioShock 4 Will Be an 'Immersive Sim' With a 'Semi-Open World'

A leaker identified as V Scooper claims BioShock 4 will be a choice‑driven, semi‑open world immersive sim, featuring a dense, interconnected city and realistic physics. The leak adds that player decisions could genuinely shape the narrative, a departure from the series'...

By Game Rant
Highguard's Big Final Update Adds Progression and Skill Trees, New Weapon, and New Support Warden
NewsMar 5, 2026

Highguard's Big Final Update Adds Progression and Skill Trees, New Weapon, and New Support Warden

Highguard’s final patch, released ahead of its March 12 shutdown, adds account progression, a four‑branch skill‑tree system, a new support Warden named Koldo, and the versatile Switchback shotgun. XP gains are dramatically increased, allowing players to reach level 40 and fully allocate...

By MMORPG.com
All About Bizarre Lineage Anubis
NewsMar 5, 2026

All About Bizarre Lineage Anubis

The Bizarre Lineage Anubis Stand is a purple‑glowing katana that stands out among the game’s other Stands. Players obtain it by using a Stand Arrow, which drops frequently in chests, missions and raid shops. Despite a recent nerf, its AOE...

By DroidGamers
How to Free Pokopia's Onix
NewsMar 5, 2026

How to Free Pokopia's Onix

In Pokopia, Onix is trapped in a cave north of the Withered Wasteland’s western beach. Players must raise the island’s humidity by assisting Slowpoke, whose yawn creates rain that softens the surrounding rocks. Once the rocks are softened, the Rock...

By Pocket Tactics
What's Free on the Epic Games Store Today? (March 5)
NewsMar 5, 2026

What's Free on the Epic Games Store Today? (March 5)

Epic Games Store is giving away two titles for free this week. The idle D&D title Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms receives the Raistlin’s Renown Pack, a DLC bundle valued at over $100, available until March 12. The comedic...

By Polygon (Gaming)
First Pokemon Pokopia Event Stars Hoppip, Skiploom, and Jumpluff
NewsMar 5, 2026

First Pokemon Pokopia Event Stars Hoppip, Skiploom, and Jumpluff

Nintendo announced the first limited‑time Pokemon Pokopia event, "More Spores for Hoppip," running March 9‑24 2026 on Switch. Players must create a habitat, befriend Hoppip, then locate Skiploom and Jumpluff to collect cotton spore materials for exclusive furniture. All event rewards persist if...

By Siliconera
Forget GTA 6's Life of Crime, a Bizarre and Brilliant Indie Heist Game Is Yours for Free on the Epic...
NewsMar 5, 2026

Forget GTA 6's Life of Crime, a Bizarre and Brilliant Indie Heist Game Is Yours for Free on the Epic...

Epic Games Store is offering the indie heist title Turnip Boy Robs a Bank for free from March 5‑12, 2026. The sequel expands the original’s quirky charm into an action‑focused roguelike, drawing gameplay cues from Enter the Gungeon while retaining its...

By PCGamesN
Moto Rush Reborn Gets Nintendo Switch Release Date
NewsMar 5, 2026

Moto Rush Reborn Gets Nintendo Switch Release Date

Baltoro Games announced that Moto Rush Reborn will launch on Nintendo Switch on March 20, 2026. The title is an indirect sequel to the 2019 hit Moto Rush GT, which moved over one million units worldwide. It features 45 neon‑lit, handcrafted tracks set in a futuristic...

By Nintendo Everything
How to Get Pokopia Lumber
NewsMar 5, 2026

How to Get Pokopia Lumber

Pokopia lumber is a refined material essential for early‑game crafting and building in Pokémon Pokopia. Players obtain it primarily by giving small logs to Chop‑specialty Pokémon such as Scyther or Pinsir, which convert each log into five lumber over real‑time. Alternative...

By Pocket Tactics
What Marathon’s Creepy Moth Loading Screen Means, According to Bungie
NewsMar 5, 2026

What Marathon’s Creepy Moth Loading Screen Means, According to Bungie

Bungie confirmed that Marathon’s eerie moth loading screen draws on the historic 1947 Harvard Mark II computer bug, using the insect as a visual metaphor for debugging. Creative director Julia Nardin explained the clip functions as a “sense‑mem,” an abstract dream‑like...

By Polygon (Gaming)
Human Fall Flat Drops a Dave the Diver Crossover with a New Level
NewsMar 5, 2026

Human Fall Flat Drops a Dave the Diver Crossover with a New Level

Human Fall Flat has launched a free Viking‑themed crossover level featuring Dave the Diver, adding two themed outfits and a frozen mountain environment. The update is live on Steam for PC, with mobile and console versions slated for later release....

By DroidGamers
Forza Horizon 6: 9 Minutes of Exclusive Gameplay | IGN First
NewsMar 5, 2026

Forza Horizon 6: 9 Minutes of Exclusive Gameplay | IGN First

IGN released nine minutes of exclusive Forza Horizon 6 gameplay, showcasing the series’ first open‑world map set in Japan. The footage follows a Saleen S7 through rural countryside, Tokyo streets, and mountain foothills, highlighting new cars, a refreshed progression system, and deeper...

By Xbox Wire
NDreams Proposes Restructuring with 78 Roles at Risk and Two Studios Set to Close
NewsMar 5, 2026

NDreams Proposes Restructuring with 78 Roles at Risk and Two Studios Set to Close

VR developer nDreams announced a sweeping restructuring that could eliminate 78 positions and shut two internal studios, Near Light and Compass. The Elevation studio, housing roughly 120 staff, will become the nucleus of the leaner organization, while a smaller XR...

By PocketGamer.biz
Marathon PS5 Controller Is Pretty Cool for a Limited-Edition DualSense
NewsMar 5, 2026

Marathon PS5 Controller Is Pretty Cool for a Limited-Edition DualSense

Marathon’s limited‑edition DualSense controller launched on March 5, 2026 for PS5, PC and Xbox Series X. The controller mirrors the standard DualSense in feel and functionality, featuring Marathon‑themed lime‑green and black decals baked into the plastic. Reviewers note the design is tasteful, though...

By Polygon (Gaming)
Ofcom Invites Small Games Studios to Workshop on Navigating Regulation
NewsMar 5, 2026

Ofcom Invites Small Games Studios to Workshop on Navigating Regulation

UK communications regulator Ofcom has announced a virtual focus group for small video‑game studios to discuss regulatory challenges. The workshop aims to collect real‑world feedback on current guidance and identify ways the regulator can better support early‑stage developers. Interested companies...

By PocketGamer.biz
Pokémon TCG Pocket Hits Six-Month High as Franchise Turns 30 Years Old
NewsMar 5, 2026

Pokémon TCG Pocket Hits Six-Month High as Franchise Turns 30 Years Old

Pokémon TCG Pocket logged its highest daily spend in six months on Pokémon Day, generating $4.7 million—up 57% from the previous day and 486% week‑over‑week. The surge coincided with the franchise’s 30th anniversary and the launch of the Paldean Wonders card...

By PocketGamer.biz
Former PlayStation and Xbox Hiring Lead Launches Rocket Game Talent
NewsMar 5, 2026

Former PlayStation and Xbox Hiring Lead Launches Rocket Game Talent

Former Sony PlayStation and Xbox Game Studios talent leader Fiona Cherbak has founded Rocket Game Talent, a boutique fractional talent firm. The company targets indie developers, startups, and growing studios that lack the hiring infrastructure of major publishers. It will...

By PocketGamer.biz
Mobile Games Host Three Times More Malicious Ads than Other Apps Says AppHarbr
NewsMar 5, 2026

Mobile Games Host Three Times More Malicious Ads than Other Apps Says AppHarbr

AppHarbr’s in‑app network quality index reveals that mobile games display malicious ads at a rate of 58 per 165 ads, nearly three times the frequency seen in non‑gaming apps. The report links weaker ad‑quality controls and formats such as rewarded...

By PocketGamer.biz
US: Nintendo Download for 5th March, 2026
NewsMar 5, 2026

US: Nintendo Download for 5th March, 2026

Nintendo’s weekly download roundup highlights the rollout of several Switch 2 exclusives, including Pokémon Pokopia and the upcoming Monster Hunter Stories 3 and WWE 2K26. An Indie World Showcase adds titles like Blue Prince, Minishoot’ Adventures, and Rotwood, while the Digital Spotlight celebrates...

By My Nintendo News
New Collaboration, MapleStory X One-Punch Man, Is Coming This Month
NewsMar 5, 2026

New Collaboration, MapleStory X One-Punch Man, Is Coming This Month

Nexon’s classic MMORPG MapleStory will launch a One‑Punch Man collaboration on March 18. The event adds themed quests, skills, limited‑time storylines, and collectible cosmetics tied to the anime’s hero Saitama. Nexon plans a series of reveals and a dedicated minisite...

By MMORPG.com
The Relic: First Guardian Coming to Switch 2 in 2026
NewsMar 5, 2026

The Relic: First Guardian Coming to Switch 2 in 2026

The Relic: First Guardian, a dark‑fantasy action RPG from Project Cloud Games and Perp Games, will debut on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026 after its initial launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on May 26. The announcement highlights the title...

By Gematsu
Are There Shiny Pokémon in Pokopia?
NewsMar 5, 2026

Are There Shiny Pokémon in Pokopia?

Pokémon Pokopia currently does not feature any shiny Pokémon, as each creature can only be encountered once per save file, making the traditional shiny‑hunt mechanics impossible. The game does offer alternate visual variants for several species, such as Snorlax, Pikachu,...

By Pocket Tactics
Free-to-Play Online Steampunk Action RPG Crystalfall Will Be Available on March 20 via Steam Early Access
NewsMar 5, 2026

Free-to-Play Online Steampunk Action RPG Crystalfall Will Be Available on March 20 via Steam Early Access

CRG Studio announced that its free‑to‑play online steampunk action RPG Crystalfall will enter Steam Early Access on March 20, 2026. The title, which previously secured a spot among the Top 50 most‑played demos at Steam Next Fest, will launch with three playable classes,...

By RPG Site
Fairy Twins, by the Devs of Rememento-White Shadow Held an Android Beta in Select Regions with Dynamic Tag-Team RPG Combat
NewsMar 5, 2026

Fairy Twins, by the Devs of Rememento-White Shadow Held an Android Beta in Select Regions with Dynamic Tag-Team RPG Combat

Blackstorm unveiled Fairy Twins, a tag‑team action RPG developed by the creators of Rememento‑White Shadow. The game lets two characters switch instantly mid‑battle, leveraging a bond system that creates exclusive skill synergies. An Android beta ran recently in the United...

By GamingonPhone
Southwest Schools Showcase 2026: Over 100 Students Compete in Inclusive Esports Tournament at Teignmouth Community School
NewsMar 5, 2026

Southwest Schools Showcase 2026: Over 100 Students Compete in Inclusive Esports Tournament at Teignmouth Community School

More than 100 students from ten West Country schools competed in the second Southwest Schools Showcase esports tournament at Teignmouth Community School on February 26, 2026. The event expanded from six schools and a single title last year to four games—Rocket League,...

By Esports News UK
Devil Jam Shares Nintendo Switch Release Date, New Trailer
NewsMar 5, 2026

Devil Jam Shares Nintendo Switch Release Date, New Trailer

Rogueside announced that its metal‑themed roguelike Devil Jam will launch on Nintendo Switch on March 26, 2026. The upcoming version adds a brand‑new story, four extra challenges, and two fresh battlegrounds—The Overgrowth and Thorns of Crimson Death. Composer Deon van Heerden returns...

By Nintendo Everything
Space Warlord Baby Trading Simulator for Xbox Series Launches March 26
NewsMar 5, 2026

Space Warlord Baby Trading Simulator for Xbox Series Launches March 26

The Xbox Series version of Space Warlord Baby Trading Simulator is set for a March 26 launch, bringing the full PC experience—including five extra campaigns, eight scenarios, and daily challenges—to console players. Publisher Frosty Pop and developer Strange Scaffold announced the release alongside...

By Gematsu
Gaming Marketing Consultancy Open World Acquires Influencer Platform Drope.me to Scale Creator Campaigns
NewsMar 5, 2026

Gaming Marketing Consultancy Open World Acquires Influencer Platform Drope.me to Scale Creator Campaigns

Open World, the marketing consultancy division of Loaded Holdings, has acquired influencer platform Drope.me to add automation and performance‑tracking tools to its gaming creator campaigns. The acquisition enables Open World to scale activations from dozens to thousands of creators simultaneously....

By Net Influencer
How to Jump in Pokopia
NewsMar 5, 2026

How to Jump in Pokopia

Pokopia players can unlock a dedicated jump ability by completing a quest for Magikarp in the Withered Wastelands. The quest requires the Rock Smash skill, obtained from Hitmonchan, to break a rock wall and access a hidden beach. Players must...

By Pocket Tactics
Transport Fever 3 Tycoon Mechanics Trailer Revealed
NewsMar 5, 2026

Transport Fever 3 Tycoon Mechanics Trailer Revealed

Urban Games released a new trailer that finally showcases the core tycoon mechanics of Transport Fever 3, highlighting its growth‑centric gameplay and 125‑year historical span. The video confirms a day‑one launch across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, as well as Mac and...

By Hardcore Gamer
New VR Publisher Launched to Help Devs Innovate and Survive Until VR's "True Breakout Moment" Arrives
NewsMar 5, 2026

New VR Publisher Launched to Help Devs Innovate and Survive Until VR's "True Breakout Moment" Arrives

Kevin Joyce, veteran XR marketer, launched Evolution Publishing to back indie VR studios amid a market downturn. The publisher uses a revenue‑share model without taking equity, aiming to nurture innovative titles until VR reaches a mainstream breakout. Joyce cites Meta’s...

By GamesIndustry.biz
How ReadyM Brings Community-Driven Multiplayer to Single-Player Games | Exclusive
NewsMar 5, 2026

How ReadyM Brings Community-Driven Multiplayer to Single-Player Games | Exclusive

ReadyCode, a gametech startup, unveiled ReadyM, a sandbox platform that converts existing single-player titles into community‑driven multiplayer worlds. The service draws inspiration from grassroots ecosystems that propelled Minecraft, Roblox, and GTA V’s FiveM to cultural prominence. By overlaying a multiplayer layer,...

By GamesBeat
Kena: Bridge of Spirits Is Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 This Spring
NewsMar 5, 2026

Kena: Bridge of Spirits Is Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 This Spring

Ember Lab announced that its award‑winning action‑adventure Kena: Bridge of Spirits will debut on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 in spring. The Switch 2 version will be feature‑complete, bundling the Anniversary DLC and the newly added New Game+ mode. This...

By GamesBeat
Cheer Raises $4.5M for Next-Generation Mobile Puzzle Studio
NewsMar 5, 2026

Cheer Raises $4.5M for Next-Generation Mobile Puzzle Studio

Cheer Games, a mobile puzzle studio with Turkish roots operating out of Barcelona, secured a $4.5 million funding round to develop next‑generation puzzle titles. The raise follows a $4 million round by fellow Turkish‑based Vento Games, highlighting regional investor enthusiasm. Cheer plans...

By GamesBeat
Call of Duty Co-Founder Alleges Activision Pressured Infinity Ward to Make Game About Iran Invading Israel
NewsMar 5, 2026

Call of Duty Co-Founder Alleges Activision Pressured Infinity Ward to Make Game About Iran Invading Israel

Co‑founder Chance Glasco claims Activision pressured Infinity Ward to craft a Call of Duty campaign depicting Iran invading Israel, a proposal the development team rejected. The allegation resurfaced after the White House shared a parody video overlaying real‑time Iran strike footage...

By Video Games Chronicle
MetaHuman Creator Web Application Is Being Discontinued
NewsMar 5, 2026

MetaHuman Creator Web Application Is Being Discontinued

Epic announced that the MetaHuman Creator web application will be fully retired on November 5, 2026, after a staged removal of version selections earlier in the year. The transition follows the integration of MetaHuman creation directly into Unreal Engine, first introduced in...

By Unreal Engine Blog
Pokémon Pokopia Review – Collectible Creatures Create Their Own Perfect World
NewsMar 5, 2026

Pokémon Pokopia Review – Collectible Creatures Create Their Own Perfect World

Pokémon Pokopia, a new Switch spin‑off from Game Freak and Omega Force, casts players as Ditto, a shapeshifting blob tasked with rebuilding a deserted town alongside Pokémon. The game replaces traditional battling with environmental restoration, letting players learn abilities like...

By The Guardian
Free Play Days Has Four Free Xbox Games to Play This Weekend
NewsMar 5, 2026

Free Play Days Has Four Free Xbox Games to Play This Weekend

Microsoft’s Xbox Free Play Days this weekend feature four titles: Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds and Black Desert are free for Game Pass Ultimate, Premium and Essential members until March 8, while FBC: Firebreak and Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 are free for...

By TrueAchievements
[Industry News] Kasedo Games Appoints Timea Edvi as Publishing Director
NewsMar 5, 2026

[Industry News] Kasedo Games Appoints Timea Edvi as Publishing Director

Kasedo Games, the publishing arm of Kalypso Media, announced the appointment of Timea Edvi as its new Publishing Director. Edvi arrives from Square Enix, where she headed the Square Enix Collective and helped launch titles such as PowerWash Simulator. In...

By MCV/Develop
We Partnered with Streamers to Talk Rage Bait, Toxicity and Media Literacy. You Can, Too.
NewsMar 5, 2026

We Partnered with Streamers to Talk Rage Bait, Toxicity and Media Literacy. You Can, Too.

MediaWise launched the G.A.M.E. program in 2025, partnering with gaming creators like Danny Peña, Riana Manuel‑Peña, streamer airie, and voice actor Greg Chun to embed media‑literacy lessons into live streams on Fortnite and other games. The initiative reached more than 150,000 viewers, using...

By Poynter
I Gained 10% More FPS by Turning Off This Windows Security Feature
NewsMar 5, 2026

I Gained 10% More FPS by Turning Off This Windows Security Feature

Memory Integrity, a component of Windows’ Virtualization‑Based Security, isolates core processes to block malicious drivers. Disabling the feature in Windows Security raised frame rates by roughly 10%, with the author’s benchmark jumping from 125 FPS to 140 FPS. While the setting adds...

By MakeUseOf
Roblox Creators’ Favorite New Tools and Features in 2026
NewsMar 5, 2026

Roblox Creators’ Favorite New Tools and Features in 2026

Roblox has released eight new patches in the past month, each aimed at streamlining creator workflows and boosting platform performance. The updates introduce advanced terrain sculpting, faster texture streaming, AI‑driven asset generation, and a real‑time analytics dashboard. By delivering these...

By GamesBeat
HEAVENHELLS Delivers Real-Time Tactical Combat with Stunning Anime Visuals, Now Globally Available on Mobile
NewsMar 5, 2026

HEAVENHELLS Delivers Real-Time Tactical Combat with Stunning Anime Visuals, Now Globally Available on Mobile

CloverGames announced the worldwide release of its anime‑style tactical RPG HEAVENHELLS on Android and iOS. The title, which opened global pre‑registration in December 2025 and debuted in South Korea on February 4, 2026, features real‑time combat and a four‑Witch squad system. Players control...

By GamingonPhone
Pokémon Pokopia Guides: Important Request Walkthroughs, Complete PokeDex and More
NewsMar 5, 2026

Pokémon Pokopia Guides: Important Request Walkthroughs, Complete PokeDex and More

Pokémon Pokopia, billed as the biggest Pokémon game yet, launched with an expansive open‑world and numerous quests. Videogameschronicle has compiled a comprehensive hub that links walkthroughs for Important Requests, rare‑item locations, Ditto transformations, and full Pokedex information. The guide is...

By Video Games Chronicle