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Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection Releases This Month
NewsMar 3, 2026

Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection Releases This Month

Capcom announced the Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection will launch on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 on March 27. The anthology bundles all seven version variations of the three DS titles, adapting dual‑screen gameplay for a single screen. Preservation upgrades include a high‑resolution smoothing...

By VideoGamer.com
Supercell and King Alumni Antihero Raise $4.5m to Launch Extraction Shooter Misfitz
NewsMar 3, 2026

Supercell and King Alumni Antihero Raise $4.5m to Launch Extraction Shooter Misfitz

Antihero Studios, founded by former Supercell and King veterans, secured $4.5 million in pre‑seed funding from a16z, Laton and Sisu. The studio’s first title, Misfitz, is an extraction‑shooter that mixes Brawl Stars‑style gameplay with collaborative‑versus‑betrayal mechanics. Over 70,000 players have already...

By Mobilegamer.biz
Not A Shark Company Aims to Deliver Low-Overhead Marketing and Comms for Game Companies
NewsMar 3, 2026

Not A Shark Company Aims to Deliver Low-Overhead Marketing and Comms for Game Companies

Not A Shark Company (NASC), a Paris‑based fractional agency for video‑game studios, announced a strategic expansion to meet rising demand for low‑overhead, high‑impact marketing and communications. The firm’s model connects studios with veteran triple‑A consultants, offering full publishing capabilities while...

By GamesBeat
Rare 1999 Pokemon Card Sells for over $40,000
NewsMar 3, 2026

Rare 1999 Pokemon Card Sells for over $40,000

A first‑edition Shadowless Base Set Charizard from 1999 sold for $40,180 at auction, achieving a 9‑out‑of‑10 mint grade. The card’s lack of drop‑shadow text marks it as a “holy grail” among collectors, distinguishing it from later Unlimited versions. The auction...

By VideoGamer.com
Capcom Yank Resident Evil 4 Remake's Enigma DRM, Which Had Reportedly Impacted the Horror Flick's Performance
NewsMar 3, 2026

Capcom Yank Resident Evil 4 Remake's Enigma DRM, Which Had Reportedly Impacted the Horror Flick's Performance

Capcom has quietly removed the Enigma DRM from the Resident Evil 4 Remake, ending a month‑long experiment that began on February 3 after the game originally launched with Denuvo protection. Independent testing by Digital Foundry showed the Enigma layer could sap up...

By Rock Paper Shotgun
Bizarre Lineage Personality Tier List
NewsMar 3, 2026

Bizarre Lineage Personality Tier List

Roblox’s Bizarre Lineage introduces a tiered system for Stand personalities, which significantly affect player builds. The guide ranks personalities from S‑tier (Transcendent, Elegant) offering universal buffs, down to D‑tier (Cowardly) with limited value. Acquiring top‑tier personalities demands large amounts of...

By DroidGamers
FISSURE Cancels Three Events
NewsMar 3, 2026

FISSURE Cancels Three Events

FISSURE announced the cancellation of three upcoming tournaments – an April event in Shenzhen, China, and two July events slated for 2026 and 2027. The Chinese tournament conflicted with the IEM Rio kickoff, while the July dates fell during the...

By HLTV.org (CS)
Excellent Helicopter Combat Game Cleared Hot Is Getting a "Native Steam Deck Build"
NewsMar 3, 2026

Excellent Helicopter Combat Game Cleared Hot Is Getting a "Native Steam Deck Build"

Cleared Hot, the retro‑style helicopter combat title, is rolling out its Chapter 1B update on March 17, featuring a native Steam Deck build that unlocks the platform’s 90 fps potential. The patch brings a suite of performance upgrades—including Unity 6.3, ECS‑based navigation, depth‑priming, and expanded...

By GamingOnLinux
Star Citizen Game Dev Discloses Breach Affecting User Data
NewsMar 3, 2026

Star Citizen Game Dev Discloses Breach Affecting User Data

Cloud Imperium Games disclosed a security breach on January 21, 2026 that exposed basic account information of an undisclosed number of Star Citizen users. The compromised data included usernames, email addresses, dates of birth and names, but no passwords, financial...

By BleepingComputer
Building a Retro Linux Gaming Computer Part 51: It’s Not Easy Being Green
NewsMar 3, 2026

Building a Retro Linux Gaming Computer Part 51: It’s Not Easy Being Green

The author retrofits a 1999‑era Linux gaming PC with an old GeForce2 MX 400 and Nvidia’s 1.0‑4191 proprietary driver from 2002. Using the RPM‑packaged driver instead of newer installers restores stable OpenGL support and eliminates crashes in titles such as Quake 2 and...

By GamingOnLinux
Short News: Week 9
NewsMar 3, 2026

Short News: Week 9

The Urban Riga Open #3, a Counter‑Strike: Global Offensive LAN, will launch on March 23 with a $10,000 prize pool and has confirmed three of its participating squads: M80, 3DMAX, and FOKUS. The event showcases a diverse roster of European...

By HLTV.org (CS)
Short Creepy Stories Nightmare Next Door Walkthrough
NewsMar 3, 2026

Short Creepy Stories Nightmare Next Door Walkthrough

Droid Gamers published a detailed walkthrough for the Roblox horror title Short Creepy Stories – Nightmare Next Door, outlining step‑by‑step actions from the afternoon study session to the evening chase. The guide explains how to interact with the noisy neighbor Punk, the...

By DroidGamers
Short Creepy Stories Ominous Steamboat Walkthrough
NewsMar 3, 2026

Short Creepy Stories Ominous Steamboat Walkthrough

The article provides a step‑by‑step walkthrough for the Roblox horror game Short Creepy Stories, focusing on the Ominous Steamboat level. It outlines daily tasks such as speaking to the Captain, mopping decks, peeling potatoes, shoveling coal, and eventually escaping a...

By DroidGamers
How to Get a Tesserae Tree in Fields of Mistria
NewsMar 3, 2026

How to Get a Tesserae Tree in Fields of Mistria

Fields of Mistria’s Fourth Major Update (0.15.0) introduces the Tesserae Tree, a magical indoor plant that generates 100 Tesserae every three days. To obtain it, players must complete every set in the Flora Wing of the Museum, totaling 18 distinct...

By DualShockers
MSI and Blizzard Launch Limited Edition RTX 5070 Cards for WoW Darkest Night
NewsMar 3, 2026

MSI and Blizzard Launch Limited Edition RTX 5070 Cards for WoW Darkest Night

MSI has unveiled a World of Warcraft‑themed GeForce RTX 5070 “Midnight Void Edition,” priced at $767 and marketed as a limited‑edition collector’s card. The GPU features a 338 mm triple‑fan “Storm 7” cooler, Wave Curved Fin 4.0 heat‑pipe design, and a metal backplate, targeting...

By Guru3D
Roblox: Japanese Supermarket Simulator Codes
NewsMar 3, 2026

Roblox: Japanese Supermarket Simulator Codes

Roblox’s Japanese Supermarket Simulator has released fresh promotional codes, including ATSUI for an Ebby Fry item and EXTRAXP for an experience boost. The guide lists both active and expired codes, detailing the rewards such as coin boosters and themed gift...

By Game Rant
TenZ’s Pro VALORANT Comeback with Sentinels Could Be a Possibility After Scrim Sighting
NewsMar 3, 2026

TenZ’s Pro VALORANT Comeback with Sentinels Could Be a Possibility After Scrim Sighting

TenZ was seen scrimming with Sentinels on the eve of the new VALORANT Champions Tour season, sparking speculation about a professional return. The sighting followed his public breakup with Kyedae, which he clarified was unrelated to his retirement. Sentinels CEO...

By Dot Esports
ASUS Announces the Launch of the ROG Harpe II Ace Lava Red
NewsMar 3, 2026

ASUS Announces the Launch of the ROG Harpe II Ace Lava Red

ASUS unveiled the ROG Harpe II Ace gaming mouse in a new Lava Red finish, targeting esports professionals and high‑performance gamers. The mouse features the ROG AimPoint Pro sensor with up to 42,000 dpi, track‑on‑glass technology, and an 8,000 Hz polling rate in both wired...

By Guru3D
How to Play WWE 2K26 Early (Which Versions Have Early Access?)
NewsMar 3, 2026

How to Play WWE 2K26 Early (Which Versions Have Early Access?)

WWE 2K26 launches on March 13, 2026, with a seven‑day early‑access window for three premium digital editions. Four editions—Standard, King of Kings, Attitude Era, and Monday Night Raw—vary in price from $69.99 to $149.99 and bundle increasing numbers of DLC superstars, virtual...

By Game Rant
The Best Xbox Game Pass RPGs
NewsMar 3, 2026

The Best Xbox Game Pass RPGs

The article curates a list of the top role‑playing games currently available on Xbox Game Pass across its Premium, PC, Ultimate and Console tiers, highlighting recent additions such as Avowed, Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden, and Metaphor: ReFantazio. It also...

By RPG Site
Hitmonlee vs Hitmonchan in Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen
NewsMar 3, 2026

Hitmonlee vs Hitmonchan in Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen

After beating the Fighting Dojo leader in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen, players must pick either Hitmonlee or Hitmonchan as their sole Fighting‑type. Hitmonlee boasts a 120 Attack, early access to Brick Break, Jump Kick and Hi Jump Kick, and strong physical coverage. Hitmonchan offers...

By Game Rant
Move Deleter Location in Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen
NewsMar 3, 2026

Move Deleter Location in Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen

Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen require HM moves for navigation, but they clutter battle slots. The game provides a Move Deleter in Fuchsia City—specifically the house left of the Pokémon Center—to permanently delete unwanted HMs. Players can also use the Day...

By Game Rant
Tomb Raider Redeem Codes and How to Use Them (March 2026)
NewsMar 3, 2026

Tomb Raider Redeem Codes and How to Use Them (March 2026)

Feral Interactive released the premium mobile action game Tomb Raider in March 2026, revisiting Lara Croft’s origin on the island of Yamatai. As of the latest check on March 3, 2026, no active redeem codes are available, and the game lacks an in‑game redemption...

By GamingonPhone
Capcom Spotlight Announced for March 5th, 2026
NewsMar 3, 2026

Capcom Spotlight Announced for March 5th, 2026

Capcom announced its next digital Spotlight event for March 5, 2026 at 5 PM ET. The 35‑minute broadcast will showcase updates on five upcoming titles, including Monster Hunter Stories 3, PRAGMATA, Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection, Mega Man: Dual Override, and Street Fighter 6. Subtitles will be provided...

By GoNintendo
March 2026 Animal Crossing Icons Now Available for Switch Online Users
NewsMar 3, 2026

March 2026 Animal Crossing Icons Now Available for Switch Online Users

Nintendo announced that March 2026 Animal Crossing icons are now available for Switch Online members. Each character icon costs 10 Platinum Points, while borders and backgrounds are priced at 5 points each. The icons are a limited‑time offering, disappearing after the...

By GoNintendo
Super Mario Bros. 2, Super Mario Advance Icons Available for Switch Online Members
NewsMar 3, 2026

Super Mario Bros. 2, Super Mario Advance Icons Available for Switch Online Members

Nintendo Switch Online has rolled out a new set of user icons inspired by the classic titles Super Mario Bros. 2 and Super Mario Advance. The icons are exclusive to paid members, with the character images priced at 10 Platinum Points...

By GoNintendo
Final Fantasy XIV Fan-Run Site Shuts Down After Square Enix Took Action Following Harassment & Attacks on Staff
NewsMar 2, 2026

Final Fantasy XIV Fan-Run Site Shuts Down After Square Enix Took Action Following Harassment & Attacks on Staff

Square Enix forced the shutdown of the fan‑run Final Fantasy XIV news site Netoge Sokuho after alleging it published harassing material toward company staff. The site’s administrator reached a settlement that required an public apology, the site’s closure, and an...

By MMORPG.com
Xsolla Expands to Vietnam and Launches New Suite of Products | Exclusive
NewsMar 2, 2026

Xsolla Expands to Vietnam and Launches New Suite of Products | Exclusive

Xsolla, the global game commerce platform, announced its entry into Vietnam while unveiling a new suite of developer‑focused products. The expansion adds a regional office and localized payment options to tap the fast‑growing Southeast Asian market. New tools include an...

By GamesBeat
MLB The Show 26 "New Legends From Every Era" Video Feature
NewsMar 2, 2026

MLB The Show 26 "New Legends From Every Era" Video Feature

MLB The Show 26 will launch on Nintendo Switch on March 17, 2026, featuring a new Legends roster of over 220 iconic players from every era. The game expands its career pathways with Road to Cooperstown, adding NCAA World Series play and...

By GoNintendo
Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen Details Ability Loadouts, Their Goals, and How They'll Work
NewsMar 2, 2026

Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen Details Ability Loadouts, Their Goals, and How They'll Work

Visionary Realms announced Ability Loadouts for Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen, granting each character four customizable hotbars. Loadouts can be renamed, hotkeys reassigned, and must be swapped outside combat, with abilities entering a short cooldown on activation. The feature follows...

By MMORPG.com
Pokémon Starter Trio Keychain Series Launching in Japan
NewsMar 2, 2026

Pokémon Starter Trio Keychain Series Launching in Japan

Bandai Namco is launching a Pokémon starter‑trio keychain series in Japan, available through gashapon capsule machines beginning March 8, 2026. Each capsule costs $2 and contains an acrylic swing keychain featuring the three starter Pokémon from one of nine game generations, from Kanto...

By GoNintendo
Impressions: Avowed, 2025's Most Overlooked RPG, Gets New Life on PlayStation 5
NewsMar 2, 2026

Impressions: Avowed, 2025's Most Overlooked RPG, Gets New Life on PlayStation 5

Obsidian Entertainment’s 2025 RPG *Avowed* arrives on PlayStation 5 a year after its Xbox debut, bringing a suite of post‑launch upgrades. The new build introduces additional playable races, a quarterstaff weapon, New Game+, photo mode, and extensive quality‑of‑life tweaks such as DLSS 4.5...

By MMORPG.com
Changing These 3 Settings Will Instantly Make Your Switch 2 Perform Better
NewsMar 2, 2026

Changing These 3 Settings Will Instantly Make Your Switch 2 Perform Better

Nintendo’s Switch 2, launched in 2025, boasts roughly ten‑times the graphics power of its 2017 predecessor, thanks to Nvidia’s DLSS‑based AI upscaling and a new active‑cooling design. Out‑of‑the‑box performance is strong, but users can unlock smoother frame rates, faster online play,...

By SlashGear
Pokémon Winds and Waves Might Have a Totally New Monster Type
NewsMar 2, 2026

Pokémon Winds and Waves Might Have a Totally New Monster Type

Pokémon Winds and Waves may finally introduce type combinations that have never appeared in the franchise, closing a gap of ten unused elemental pairings. Leaks highlight five plausible new combos—Ice/Poison, Ground/Fairy, Bug/Dragon, Rock/Ghost, and Fire/Fairy—while the fire starter Pombon is...

By Polygon (Gaming)
After Removing Its Worst Feature, Runescape Just Upended Its Entire Combat System After only Three Months of Player Testing
NewsMar 2, 2026

After Removing Its Worst Feature, Runescape Just Upended Its Entire Combat System After only Three Months of Player Testing

Jagex has rolled out the “combat style modernization” update for Runescape, concluding a three‑month beta phase. The patch raises the level cap for Attack, Strength, Ranged and Magic to 120, aligning them with the newer Necromancy skill, and introduces new...

By PCGamesN
Persona 5 Fan-Made Fighting Game Project Receives Updated Gameplay Footage That's Cool Enough to Look Like the Real Deal
NewsMar 2, 2026

Persona 5 Fan-Made Fighting Game Project Receives Updated Gameplay Footage That's Cool Enough to Look Like the Real Deal

A solo developer known as Blur has posted fresh gameplay footage of his fan‑made Persona 5 fighting game, adding an SP gauge, bullet‑counter display, and a mysterious new meter that appears linked to a burst/limit‑break system. Joker remains the only playable...

By EventHubs
Magic: The Gathering Sent Olympic Gold Medalist Amber Glenn a $300 Super-Rare Card Bundle
NewsMar 2, 2026

Magic: The Gathering Sent Olympic Gold Medalist Amber Glenn a $300 Super-Rare Card Bundle

Olympic gold‑medalist figure skater Amber Glenn received a high‑value Magic: The Gathering package from Wizards of the Coast, highlighted by a Phyrexia: All Will Be One Compleat Bundle valued at over $300. The haul also featured multiple commander decks, themed booster boxes, and limited‑edition...

By Polygon (Gaming)
Kabam Unveils International Women’s Day Content for Marvel Contest of Champions
NewsMar 2, 2026

Kabam Unveils International Women’s Day Content for Marvel Contest of Champions

Kabam announced a March update for Marvel Contest of Champions featuring International Women’s Day content, including two new champions—Pixie (available March 12) and Madelyne Pryor (available March 26). The update adds a Women of Power New Player Bundle that delivers ten champions and...

By Inven Global
Albion Online Brings Back the Grizzly Bear Mount As Part of Monthly Reward Tracks
NewsMar 2, 2026

Albion Online Brings Back the Grizzly Bear Mount As Part of Monthly Reward Tracks

Albion Online has re‑introduced the Grizzly Bear mount as part of its monthly Keeper Challenge reward track. Players earn Challenge Points by completing open‑world activities such as combat, gathering, fishing, and farming, unlocking a tiered set of rewards. Premium subscribers...

By MMORPG.com
Moon Studios' CEO Thinks No Rest for the Wicked Could Be a "Forever Game" With the Foundations of One that...
NewsMar 2, 2026

Moon Studios' CEO Thinks No Rest for the Wicked Could Be a "Forever Game" With the Foundations of One that...

Moon Studios’ ARPG No Rest for the Wicked saw a dramatic resurgence after its co‑op "Together" update, pushing sales from one million to 1.5 million within weeks. Player peaks doubled and monthly revenue now covers the studio’s operating costs for an...

By PCGamesN
Warner Bros. Discovery Is "Rebuilding Its Video Game Pipeline" After a "Significant" 2025
NewsMar 2, 2026

Warner Bros. Discovery Is "Rebuilding Its Video Game Pipeline" After a "Significant" 2025

Capcom’s new Resident Evil Requiem is being released in Japan with black‑box censorship that obscures graphic gore, a move that many players say shatters immersion. The censorship stems from the CERO Z rating, which applies to console versions even though...

By GamesIndustry.biz
Let Stardew Valley’s Creator Take as Long as He Needs to Finish Haunted Chocolatier
NewsMar 2, 2026

Let Stardew Valley’s Creator Take as Long as He Needs to Finish Haunted Chocolatier

Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone announced that his upcoming title Haunted Chocolatier is still in development and has no firm release date, acknowledging that announcing it early was a mistake. He expressed fatigue from constant fan pressure and emphasized that...

By Polygon (Gaming)
Crimson Desert Somehow Still Looks Too Good to Be True, Even in Preview Event Breakdowns
NewsMar 2, 2026

Crimson Desert Somehow Still Looks Too Good to Be True, Even in Preview Event Breakdowns

Pearl Abyss showcased its upcoming action‑adventure title Crimson Desert using a mid‑range PC build, achieving native 4K resolution, ray tracing, and a steady 60 fps at Ultra settings. The footage, provided to Digital Foundry, was captured on a Ryzen 9 7900X3D, 32 GB RAM,...

By Kotaku
Jeff Minter Documentary Heart of Neon Will Debut During GDC Week
NewsMar 2, 2026

Jeff Minter Documentary Heart of Neon Will Debut During GDC Week

Paul Docherty’s documentary Heart of Neon, chronicling legendary game designer Jeff Minter, will debut at the Game Developers Conference (GDC) Festival of Gaming on March 11. The screening takes place at San Francisco’s Victoria Theatre, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Pacific time. The...

By GamesBeat
Star Wars: The Old Republic in March Includes Spring Abundance and More Returning Events
NewsMar 2, 2026

Star Wars: The Old Republic in March Includes Spring Abundance and More Returning Events

Star Wars: The Old Republic (SWTOR) will launch the 7.8.1 patch in early March 2024, adding new Date Night missions, a story chapter called Master’s Enigma, and the tenth Galactic Seasons cycle. The March event calendar revives the Dantooine Spring...

By MMORPG.com
Which Pokemon Should You Use The Master Ball On In Pokemon FireRed & LeafGreen
NewsMar 2, 2026

Which Pokemon Should You Use The Master Ball On In Pokemon FireRed & LeafGreen

The guide explains how to obtain the Master Ball in Pokémon FireRed & LeafGreen by infiltrating Silph Co., defeating Team Rocket, and beating Giovanni. It details the floor‑by‑floor navigation, key items, and the final boss battle that unlocks the Master Ball. After securing the...

By TheGamer
The Legend of Khiimori Release Countdown: Exact Date and Time
NewsMar 2, 2026

The Legend of Khiimori Release Countdown: Exact Date and Time

Indie studio releases The Legend of Khiimori in early access on March 3, 2026. The launch will go live at 7 a.m. PT (10 a.m. ET, 3 p.m. UTC). Set in 13th‑century Mongolia, the game tasks players with riding, breeding, and training horses...

By Destructoid
The Next Cities Skylines 2 Creator Pack Is Bad News for Work From Home Citizens, but Good News for Architecture...
NewsMar 2, 2026

The Next Cities Skylines 2 Creator Pack Is Bad News for Work From Home Citizens, but Good News for Architecture...

Paradox Interactive’s Cities Skylines 2 will receive the Office Evolution creator pack on March 18, introducing a five‑stage upgrade path that blends 19th‑century brick facades with sleek glass towers. The pack adds signature structures such as the Base J98 Plaza, Frankfort Court and the brutalist...

By PCGamesN
Snappi as NIP Go 0-2 at EPL: "We Are 2 Different Teams in Practice and Official"
NewsMar 2, 2026

Snappi as NIP Go 0-2 at EPL: "We Are 2 Different Teams in Practice and Official"

Snappi’s Ninjas in Pyjamas (NIP) opened ESL Pro League Season 23 with two straight losses, falling 0‑2 to Legacy and M80. The team’s recent roster change—replacing Michel “ewjerkz” Pinto with Artem “cairne” Mushynskyi—has not halted a slide to 34th in the...

By HLTV.org (CS)