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Famitsu Software Sales (2/16/26 – 2/22/26) – Top 30
NewsMar 2, 2026

Famitsu Software Sales (2/16/26 – 2/22/26) – Top 30

Nintendo’s new Switch 2 hardware dominated Japan’s weekly software chart for February 16‑22, 2026, with Mario Tennis Fever leading at 14,577 units. Legacy franchises such as Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined and Mario Kart World also posted strong numbers, while Switch 2‑specific editions of Animal...

By Nintendo Everything
Rumor: Starfield Coming to PS5 on April 7
NewsMar 2, 2026

Rumor: Starfield Coming to PS5 on April 7

A reliable leaker claims Bethesda will bring its flagship RPG Starfield to PlayStation 5 on April 7, 2026, with both standard and Premium editions offered in physical retail. Pre‑orders are slated to begin March 18. The game originally launched on Xbox Series X|S...

By Gematsu
Top Performing 2XKO Competitor Releases New Tier List
NewsMar 2, 2026

Top Performing 2XKO Competitor Releases New Tier List

Kayne, a top 2XKO competitor, released a comprehensive tier list ranking all twelve characters, including Caitlyn. He placed Ekko, Yasuo and Vi at the highest tier, while Warwick and Ahri sit near the top and Caitlyn, Jinx, Blitzcrank and Darius...

By EventHubs
Pokémon Fans Are Deciding the Ultimate Favourite Monster Ever
NewsMar 2, 2026

Pokémon Fans Are Deciding the Ultimate Favourite Monster Ever

Nintendo Life has distilled the National Dex’s 1,025 Pokémon into a shortlist of nine representatives, one per generation, for an online “Ultimate Favourite” poll. The voting process pits iconic legacy creatures like Pikachu and Charizard against newer designs such as...

By VideoGamer.com
PlayStation Gameplay Chart, Week Ending March 1st, 2026
NewsMar 2, 2026

PlayStation Gameplay Chart, Week Ending March 1st, 2026

The PlayStation Gameplay Chart for the week ending March 1 2026, based on data from over 2.9 million active accounts, shows Fortnite retaining the top spot, with Roblox and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II following closely. NBA 2K26, GTA V and Rocket League round out...

By TrueTrophies
Hot Five: Overwatch Rush Unveiled, Arknights: Endfield’s $46m Month, and "Bad News for Xbox"
NewsMar 2, 2026

Hot Five: Overwatch Rush Unveiled, Arknights: Endfield’s $46m Month, and "Bad News for Xbox"

Arknights: Endfield generated $46 million in its debut month, with iOS accounting for 61 % of revenue. Blizzard announced Overwatch Rush, a mobile‑first spinoff built by a team with deep mobile expertise. Turkey introduced a unified incentive framework to boost user‑acquisition funding for...

By PocketGamer.biz
Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha Vs. The Soulless Army Reaches Its 20th Anniversary
NewsMar 2, 2026

Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha Vs. The Soulless Army Reaches Its 20th Anniversary

Atlus commemorated the 20th anniversary of its 2006 PlayStation 2 title Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. The Soulless Army on March 2, 2026. The publisher released new artwork and an English‑language message from Kazuyuki Yamai, and announced several tie‑ins including a restaurant collaboration,...

By RPG Site
Dynasty Warriors: Origins + Visions of Four Heroes Original Soundtrack Releases March 9
NewsMar 2, 2026

Dynasty Warriors: Origins + Visions of Four Heroes Original Soundtrack Releases March 9

Koei Tecmo announced that the Dynasty Warriors: Origins + Visions of Four Heroes Original Soundtrack will launch on March 9 across streaming and digital music services. The compilation features 108 tracks – 97 from the base game, including bonus pieces, and 11 new...

By RPG Site
DREAMM Emulator for LucasArts, Lucasfilm, and Lucas Learning Games v4.0 Out Now
NewsMar 2, 2026

DREAMM Emulator for LucasArts, Lucasfilm, and Lucas Learning Games v4.0 Out Now

The DREAMM emulator has launched version 4.0, expanding its library to include all eight Lucas Learning titles, six late‑1990s Star Wars games, and licensed entries like Monopoly Star Wars and Willow. The update introduces Direct3D 11 rendering, high‑fidelity Roland SoundCanvas MIDI playback, experimental netplay, and...

By GamingOnLinux
Cities: Skylines Celebrates 11 Years with Lots of New Content on the Way
NewsMar 2, 2026

Cities: Skylines Celebrates 11 Years with Lots of New Content on the Way

Paradox is marking the 11th anniversary of Cities: Skylines with a free Steam weekend, series‑wide discounts, and a new Race Day expansion launching March 10. The original game also receives a free patch adding roadside fences and an Employment Info View, while...

By GamingOnLinux
41 Layoffs at Fruit Ninja and Jetpack Joyride Maker Halfbrick
NewsMar 2, 2026

41 Layoffs at Fruit Ninja and Jetpack Joyride Maker Halfbrick

Australian game developer Halfbrick, known for Fruit Ninja and Jetpack Joyride, announced it is cutting 41 jobs. The layoffs include redundancies in its Australian operations and the termination of several international engagements. The cuts come as the studio navigates a...

By Mobilegamer.biz
Grow A Garden Disappearing Pets – How Do You Avoid It?
NewsMar 2, 2026

Grow A Garden Disappearing Pets – How Do You Avoid It?

Players of the Roblox title Grow A Garden have reported pets vanishing after hatching, especially when inventory space is exhausted. The guide outlines that a full backpack can trap newly hatched pets, causing them to disappear from the player’s collection....

By DroidGamers
Grow A Garden Traveling Merchant Times – When Does The Traveling Merchant Come?
NewsMar 2, 2026

Grow A Garden Traveling Merchant Times – When Does The Traveling Merchant Come?

The Droid Gamers guide details the exact spawn times for the Traveling Merchant in Grow A Garden, a free‑to‑play Roblox title. It lists six daily appearances for every UTC offset from –12 to +14, using a consistent four‑hour interval pattern....

By DroidGamers
Lost Judgement Fuses Serial Killings and a Skateboarding Detective. You Should Play It.
NewsMar 2, 2026

Lost Judgement Fuses Serial Killings and a Skateboarding Detective. You Should Play It.

Lost Judgment blends a morally complex murder mystery with a sprawling suite of extracurricular activities, positioning the game as a narrative‑driven action title. Set in Isezaki Ijincho, the story follows detective Yagami as he hunts a serial killer targeting former...

By PCGamesN
MSI MAG 272URDF E16 Toggles 4K/160Hz and 1080p/320Hz Instantly
NewsMar 2, 2026

MSI MAG 272URDF E16 Toggles 4K/160Hz and 1080p/320Hz Instantly

MSI has launched the MAG 272URDF E16, a 27‑inch gaming monitor that can instantly toggle between 4K resolution at 160 Hz and Full HD at 320 Hz via an on‑screen joystick. The Rapid IPS panel delivers a 0.5 ms response time, 10‑bit color...

By Guru3D
You Can Get Atlas Fallen and Five Other Underloved Gems for Just $4 Each in This Humble Bundle
NewsMar 2, 2026

You Can Get Atlas Fallen and Five Other Underloved Gems for Just $4 Each in This Humble Bundle

Humble Bundle’s Focus Entertainment collection offers six under‑appreciated games for roughly $4 each, totaling about $25. The set includes Atlas Fallen, the A Plague Tale duology, Evil West, Curse of the Dead Gods, and Shady Part of Me. Retail values exceed $214,...

By PCGamesN
Heartopia Black Truffle Guide: How to Spawn 8 Black Truffles
NewsMar 2, 2026

Heartopia Black Truffle Guide: How to Spawn 8 Black Truffles

The guide reveals a repeatable method to double the usual Black Truffle spawn in Heartopia from four to eight per cycle. Players must travel to Forest Island, use a vehicle, and briefly switch towns before returning to the island. This...

By GamingonPhone
HUNTER×HUNTER NEN×SURVIVOR Memory Scene Tier List
NewsMar 2, 2026

HUNTER×HUNTER NEN×SURVIVOR Memory Scene Tier List

The article presents a tier list for Memory Scenes in the mobile game Hunter×Hunter Nen×Survivor, ranking them from Overpowered (SS) to Average (B). Memory Scenes act as collectible illustrations that grant passive stat boosts and conditional effects, directly influencing damage...

By GamingonPhone
VALORANT Masters Santiago Swiss Stage Round 2 Bracket Redone After Live Draw Error
NewsMar 2, 2026

VALORANT Masters Santiago Swiss Stage Round 2 Bracket Redone After Live Draw Error

Riot Games cancelled and rebuilt the live Swiss Stage Round 2 draw at VALORANT Masters Santiago after a misplacement of the second team rendered every subsequent matchup incorrect. Global Head of VALORANT Esports Leo Faria publicly admitted the error and oversaw...

By Dot Esports
The Most Important 3D Open-World Games Of All Time
NewsMar 2, 2026

The Most Important 3D Open-World Games Of All Time

The article ranks the seven most influential 3D open‑world games, from Grand Theft Auto 3 at the top to Red Dead Redemption 2 at the bottom. It highlights how each title pushed a specific frontier—GTA 3 introduced the modern 3D sandbox, Morrowind pioneered...

By Game Rant
These Are the Highest-Paying Sims 4 Careers As of March 2026
NewsMar 2, 2026

These Are the Highest-Paying Sims 4 Careers As of March 2026

A fan‑compiled chart ranks every Sims 4 career by weekly pay, highlighting a steep earnings hierarchy. The Noble track tops the list at 21,168 Simoleons per week, while entry‑level jobs like Fast Food Employee linger under 1,000. The data underscores the...

By Game Rant
10 Elden Ring Hidden Details You Might Have Missed
NewsMar 2, 2026

10 Elden Ring Hidden Details You Might Have Missed

An article from GameRant enumerates ten obscure details in Elden Ring that many players overlook, ranging from lore revelations like the Radagon statue’s hidden inscription to gameplay mechanics such as the overkill rune bonus. It highlights DLC-specific Remembrance duplication sites,...

By Game Rant
Forget Upgrading Your GPU — Your Existing Card Is Probably Overkill Already
NewsMar 2, 2026

Forget Upgrading Your GPU — Your Existing Card Is Probably Overkill Already

GPU prices have surged 30‑50%, making high‑end cards like the RTX 5090 nearly double MSRP. Yet most gamers play titles that don’t require the latest hardware, and cards such as the RTX 3070 or RX 6800 XT already deliver smooth performance. A two‑generation‑old GPU...

By XDA Developers
Work Graphs - Promising and Exciting but When???
NewsMar 1, 2026

Work Graphs - Promising and Exciting but When???

Microsoft’s Agility SDK 1.613 adds Shader Model 6.8 and native Work Graphs support, a GPU‑driver feature that restructures rendering pipelines into smaller, dynamically scheduled tasks. Early benchmarks on an RTX 4090 show roughly a 20 % lighting speedup, while AMD’s RDNA 3 demo reports up...

By AnandTech
Atlant Games Gives Dusty Elixir Stockpiles New Life in Reign of Guilds Patch
NewsMar 1, 2026

Atlant Games Gives Dusty Elixir Stockpiles New Life in Reign of Guilds Patch

Atlant Games released update 1.00.259 for Reign of Guilds, overhauling the elixir system, adjusting castle siege timing, and adding recipe rewards to crafting quests. The new NPC in Cadarn lets players convert low‑tier XP elixirs into tiered enhancement elixirs, while...

By MMORPG.com
Netflix Is Leaving PS3 After 16 Years
NewsMar 1, 2026

Netflix Is Leaving PS3 After 16 Years

Netflix will cease support for its app on the PlayStation 3 on March 2, 2026, ending a 16‑year relationship that kept the console relevant for streaming. The PS3 has been the last retro console still offering official Netflix access after Xbox 360, Wii and...

By TheGamer
How to Complete Cutthroat Competition in Marathon – Rarer or Enhanced Rod Salvage Locations
NewsMar 1, 2026

How to Complete Cutthroat Competition in Marathon – Rarer or Enhanced Rod Salvage Locations

Marathon’s Cutthroat Competition is a priority contract that tasks players with locating two enhanced or rarer Deimosite Rod salvage in the Maintenance area of Dire Marsh. The rods appear randomly in open corridors, requiring careful navigation amid UESC enemies and...

By Destructoid
Persist Online Is Getting Daily Quests, a Node Rework, and More as the Team Posts Q&A
NewsMar 1, 2026

Persist Online Is Getting Daily Quests, a Node Rework, and More as the Team Posts Q&A

CipSoft released a community Q&A outlining upcoming changes for Persist Online, its zombie‑survival MMORPG still in pre‑alpha. The roadmap includes quality‑of‑life tweaks such as visual cues for unusable items, email‑hide options for streamers, and toggleable confirmation pop‑ups, alongside larger system...

By MMORPG.com
Pokémon Fans Are Once Again Huffing Hopium About Sound-Types, and Here’s Why They Are Wrong This Time
NewsMar 1, 2026

Pokémon Fans Are Once Again Huffing Hopium About Sound-Types, and Here’s Why They Are Wrong This Time

Destructoid notes that the debut of DJ Rotom in the upcoming Pokopia trailer has reignited fan speculation about a new Sound-type Pokémon. While the idea appeals because many moves already use sound, the article argues the type lacks a coherent...

By Destructoid
Notable Japanese Players Jealous of Delay Mod Usage for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, some Are Considering Informing Nintendo
NewsMar 1, 2026

Notable Japanese Players Jealous of Delay Mod Usage for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, some Are Considering Informing Nintendo

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’s online netcode remains problematic despite Nintendo’s 2020 patch and Sakurai’s aborted rollback experiments. Independent modder BluJay’s “Latency Mod” now delivers near‑offline responsiveness, giving users a distinct competitive advantage. Japanese top players have expressed jealousy, noting the...

By EventHubs
Ethyrial: Echoes of Yore Breaks Down the Research Skill in New Developer Showcase
NewsMar 1, 2026

Ethyrial: Echoes of Yore Breaks Down the Research Skill in New Developer Showcase

Oath Games has added a Research skill to its sandbox MMORPG Ethyrial, allowing players to collect creature remains and study them at a Research Table. The system populates a codex, grants profession XP, and offers repeatable tasks with rewards such...

By MMORPG.com
The Zoomer Obsession With DVDs Is A Blueprint For Saving Gaming
NewsMar 1, 2026

The Zoomer Obsession With DVDs Is A Blueprint For Saving Gaming

The Los Angeles Times reports that DVD sales, once in freefall, have slowed their decline to 9% in 2025, with stores like Vidiots renting about 1,000 discs weekly. Gen Z’s renewed interest is driven by a desire for ad‑free, reliable ownership amid...

By Kotaku
I Unlocked a Hidden Windows 11 Power Plan, and It Improved My Favorite Game's Performance
NewsMar 1, 2026

I Unlocked a Hidden Windows 11 Power Plan, and It Improved My Favorite Game's Performance

A hidden "Ultimate Performance" power plan in Windows 11 can be unlocked with a simple powercfg command, disabling core parking and aggressive CPU idle states. The author benchmarked the plan against the default High Performance setting across several titles, noting only...

By XDA Developers
PS5, PS4 Releases for the Week of March 2 to March 8
NewsMar 1, 2026

PS5, PS4 Releases for the Week of March 2 to March 8

Sony’s PlayStation Store lineup for March 2‑8, 2026 features 13 new PS5 titles, highlighted by Scott Pilgrim EX and Bungie’s Marathon. Scott Pilgrim EX continues the franchise with an original story set after the animated series. Marathon launches as an extraction‑shooter live‑service,...

By DualShockers
Ordonite Processor Event Guide in Borderlands 4
NewsMar 1, 2026

Ordonite Processor Event Guide in Borderlands 4

Gearbox’s Borderlands 4 introduces the Ordonite Processing event with the Legend of the Stone Demon DLC. After completing the DLC’s cave mission, players can trigger Ordonite Up events in three map zones—Fadefields, Carcadia Burn, and Terminus Range—by paying a 200 Eridium fee....

By DualShockers
Nintendo eShop File Size Round-Up for March 1st, 2026 (Pokémon Pokopia, Scott Pilgrim EX, Planet of Lana II & More)
NewsMar 1, 2026

Nintendo eShop File Size Round-Up for March 1st, 2026 (Pokémon Pokopia, Scott Pilgrim EX, Planet of Lana II & More)

Nintendo’s eShop update for March 1 2026 lists file sizes for both the upcoming Switch 2 and the current Switch. Flagship titles like Planet of Lana 2 launch at 29.2 GB on Switch 2, while Pokémon Pokopia occupies 10 GB. Legacy releases on the original Switch stay...

By GoNintendo
Pokémon Scarlet/Violet's Final Ranked Battle Season Announced
NewsMar 1, 2026

Pokémon Scarlet/Violet's Final Ranked Battle Season Announced

Pokémon Co. announced that the Ranked Battles mode for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet will enter its final season on April 1, 2026, designated as Season 41. This season will be the last update, after which no new rankings, rewards, or content will be...

By GoNintendo
Here's some of the Most-Played Demos During Steam Next Fest - February 2026 Edition
NewsMar 1, 2026

Here's some of the Most-Played Demos During Steam Next Fest - February 2026 Edition

Valve released a mid‑event snapshot of the most‑played demos during Steam Next Fest February 2026, highlighting titles such as Marathon, Burglin' Gnomes, Windrose, and Wanderburg. The list shows strong player engagement across a mix of indie and established franchises, with Marathon...

By GamingOnLinux
New Balance Update Revealed for Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage, Virtua Fighter Open Championship 2026 Announced
NewsMar 1, 2026

New Balance Update Revealed for Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage, Virtua Fighter Open Championship 2026 Announced

Sega announced a new demo for Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage releasing March 26, 2026 across Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series. The same day a balance patch will adjust the battle system and character stats, marking continued support nearly two decades after...

By EventHubs
Best Players for FC 26 Go Long Evolution
NewsMar 1, 2026

Best Players for FC 26 Go Long Evolution

EA Sports' FIFA 26 introduces the free Go Long Evolution, allowing players to upgrade two goalkeeper items per evolution. The system imposes a max 86 overall rating, GK position, and excludes World Tour Silver Stars, while offering three upgrade tiers...

By Destructoid
Proton Experimental Gets Improvements for Vermintide 2 and More Controller Support for Launchers
NewsMar 1, 2026

Proton Experimental Gets Improvements for Vermintide 2 and More Controller Support for Launchers

Valve released a February 27 Proton Experimental update that adds native compatibility for Metal Gear Survive and Warhammer: Vermintide 2. The same build ships Xalia 0.4.8, extending gamepad support to launchers such as Red Faction: Armageddon, Final Fantasy X/X‑2 HD Remaster, Sonic 4 Episode II, Disney Bolt and...

By GamingOnLinux
How To Get Sea Lanterns In Heartopia
NewsMar 1, 2026

How To Get Sea Lanterns In Heartopia

The Sea Lantern Event in Heartopia runs from March 1 to March 9, 2026, transforming the coastline into a glowing display of player‑crafted lanterns. Participants must gather 15 Timber, 15 Quality Timber, and one Flawless Fluorite to craft a Blessing Sea Lantern...

By TheGamer
ConcernedApe Cut Stardew Valley’s Saddest Content 13 Years Ago, and I’m Forever Thankful
NewsMar 1, 2026

ConcernedApe Cut Stardew Valley’s Saddest Content 13 Years Ago, and I’m Forever Thankful

ConcernedApe’s 10‑year anniversary video revealed an early 2013 mine level that housed a goblin village. In that prototype, goblins lived in furnished rooms and dropped items, turning players into aggressors against sentient beings. The developer deliberately cut the content before...

By Game Rant
How to Get the Coin Case in Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen
NewsMar 1, 2026

How to Get the Coin Case in Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen

The guide explains how to obtain the Coin Case, a key item that stores up to 9,999 coins, in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen. Players must exit Celadon City’s Game Corner, enter the left‑most house, and speak to a solitary NPC who...

By Game Rant
For Project Zomboid Players, the Year-Long Wait for a Stable Build Is Nearly Over
NewsMar 1, 2026

For Project Zomboid Players, the Year-Long Wait for a Stable Build Is Nearly Over

Project Zomboid’s Build 42 has lingered in an unstable state since December 2024, despite multiplayer launch in late 2025. The Indie Stone studio appointed veteran designer Christian “Serellan” Allen as design director in late 2025 to steer the game toward a stable release. Allen...

By PCGamesN
R6 Siege Veteran Kudos on Rainbow Six Mobile's Potential: "Once It Grabs You, It's Hard to Let Go"
NewsMar 1, 2026

R6 Siege Veteran Kudos on Rainbow Six Mobile's Potential: "Once It Grabs You, It's Hard to Let Go"

Veteran R6 content creator Kudos praised Rainbow Six Mobile for translating the core Siege experience to smartphones, highlighting slick mechanics like aim‑down‑sights while reloading and under‑barrel gadgets. He noted strong community reception, with players embracing the mobile adaptation despite lingering...

By Pocket Tactics
Ruler’s Pentakill Propels Undefeated Gen.G to LCK Cup 2026 Glory
NewsMar 1, 2026

Ruler’s Pentakill Propels Undefeated Gen.G to LCK Cup 2026 Glory

Gen.G completed an unbeaten run to capture the LCK Cup 2026, sweeping BNK FEARX 3‑0 in the grand finals. The decisive moment came in Game three when veteran ADC Ruler secured a spectacular Pentakill, extinguishing any comeback hopes. Throughout the tournament the...

By Dot Esports
Gigabyte's Huge 55-Inch 4K 120Hz Gaming Monitor Is Now Half Price — Grab This Android-Powered Display with HDMI 2.1 for...
NewsMar 1, 2026

Gigabyte's Huge 55-Inch 4K 120Hz Gaming Monitor Is Now Half Price — Grab This Android-Powered Display with HDMI 2.1 for...

Gigabyte’s S55U is a 55‑inch 4K gaming monitor now on sale for $499, roughly half its original price. The VA panel delivers 120 Hz refresh, 2 ms response, and a full‑array local dimming system with 132 zones, supporting Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and...

By Tom's Hardware
The Best Open-World Games Set In London
NewsMar 1, 2026

The Best Open-World Games Set In London

The article ranks eight open‑world titles that let players roam London, from early top‑down experiments like Grand Theft Auto: London (1999) to modern recreations such as Assassin’s Creed: Syndicate (2015). It highlights each game’s release date, developer, and how faithfully...

By Game Rant