Niantic Spatial Is Closing Its Virtual Pet Game Peridot
Niantic Spatial announced the shutdown of its virtual‑pet game Peridot. In‑app purchases were removed today, the app will disappear from stores on May 14 and its servers will go offline on August 31. Since its 2023 launch, Peridot generated roughly $2.9 million in IAP revenue and attracted 1.9 million downloads, with the United States providing the bulk of users. The closure also ends the franchise’s mixed‑reality spin‑offs on Meta Quest, Vision Pro and Snap Spectacles, while Niantic assures its flagship title Ingress remains unaffected.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Officially Announced with Steam Deck Support
Ubisoft officially announced Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, slated for release on July 9, 2026. The title is rebuilt on the latest Anvil engine with ray‑traced lighting, upgraded water physics, and a suite of new naval, combat, and stealth mechanics. Original cast members,...
Crimson Desert OST Volume 1 Official Album Released
Pearl Abyss has launched the first official soundtrack for its open‑world title Crimson Desert, offering the Crimson Desert Original Soundtrack Volume 1 as a free downloadable content (DLC) on Steam. The collection features 75 high‑fidelity tracks in MP3 and FLAC formats,...
Crimson Desert Camera Settings Sort Of Allow Top-Down Mode
Players discovered a camera tweak in Crimson Desert that creates an isometric top‑down view by setting the field of view to 0 and raising camera distance to 100. The hack showcases the game’s detailed environments from a new angle, but...
This K-Pop Idol Tycoon Game Might Be Our Dream PS5 Sim
Indonesian studio Wisageni is developing "K‑Pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut," a PS5‑only tycoon game that lets players recruit, train, and manage a K‑pop girl group. The title promises an original soundtrack but no licensed artists, and it already has...
KRAFTON Chairman Chang Byung-Gyu Returns to MMORPGs: Hiring Begins for 'TERA 2'
KRAFTON announced public recruitment for senior development positions on its upcoming MMORPG “TERA 2,” signaling a move beyond planning into full‑scale production. The hiring drive covers seven key roles, including senior programmers, action designers, and lead artists, all tasked with building...
Saros Review Round-Up: Best Game Of The Year So Far
Saros entered OpenCritic with a 92 average, instantly becoming the highest‑rated game of 2026 and surpassing early leaders like Resident Evil Requiem and Pokemon Pokopia. The PlayStation 5 exclusive, developed by Housemarque, builds on Returnal’s mechanics while delivering a smoother, more...
'SEGA Universe': Reviving Classic Games
SEGA announced "SEGA Universe," a multi‑platform initiative to redevelop its classic game IPs. The project, unveiled with a dedicated website, concept video and an official X account, will celebrate milestone anniversaries in 2026, including OutRun’s 40th and Streets of Rage’s...
Saros Review: Housemarque’s PS5 Shooter Is Chaotic Joy
Housemarque’s new PS5 title Saros revisits the bullet‑hell, roguelike formula that made Returnal a hit, adding a shield‑parry system and richer world design. The game runs flawlessly on PlayStation 5 Pro, delivering vibrant visuals and a dynamic planet called Carcosa that...
Saros Review: Returnal but Make It Yellow
Housemarque’s *Saros* builds on the bullet‑hell roguelike foundation of 2021’s *Returnal*, delivering smoother combat and a more modular progression system on PlayStation 5. The game introduces Autohit weapons, a permanent Armor Matrix skill tree, and flexible biome skipping, which together lower...
Saros Is an Exhilarating Sci-Fi Shooter Set in a Haunting, Cryptic World
Finnish studio Housemarque is releasing *Saros*, a sci‑fi shooter that mixes roguelike loops with 3D bullet‑hell action, dubbed "bullet ballet." The game drops players on the alien world Carcosa as enforcer Arjun, where each death triggers a procedurally reshuffled run...
Lost City: Zero Holds Family Month Event
Infovine is launching a Family Month celebration in the mobile MMORPG Lost City: Zero, beginning April 29, 2025. The event distributes Z‑Equipment Restoration Tickets that repair Rare‑grade gear and offers Z‑Coupon recovery tickets, special attendance and carnation events. From May 1 to May 10,...
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Dev Says There Will Be Blood In The Final Game
Ubisoft unveiled the Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced trailer, confirming a July 9, 2026 launch and a $59.99 price tag. While the showcase omitted blood, producer Justin Ng assured fans that the final game will include full blood effects and that they...
Invincible VS' PS5 Story Trailer Has Fans Joking It Looks Better Than the Show
A story trailer for the upcoming PS5 fighting game Invincible VS has gone viral, with fans claiming the animation outshines the Amazon Prime series. The trailer showcases cinematic, Spider‑Verse‑style visuals and confirms that the game’s narrative is being written by the...
Turtle Beach Introduces Command Series Mice With 30K Sensor and 8kHz Polling
Turtle Beach launched three new Command Series gaming mice—MC7, MC5 and MC3—each built around the Owl‑Eye 30K optical sensor and Titan microswitches. The flagship MC7 adds a 2.25‑inch touchscreen, tri‑mode connectivity and an 8 kHz polling rate, priced at $159.99. The...
Bloodlines 2 Dev Will at Least Try and Make the Vampire RPG Worth Playing
Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2, widely panned after its 2023 launch, is receiving its first expansion, "Loose Cannon," on 27 April 2026. The DLC puts players in the role of Seattle lawman Benny Muldoon, introducing first‑person gunplay and melee weapons. A simultaneous...
Where To Find Every Relic In Vampire Crawlers
The Gamer published a complete relic guide for Vampire Crawlers, detailing the 15 relics and their in‑game locations. Relics are scattered across areas such as Mad Forest, Furious Forest, Library West Wing, Teeny Bridge, Dairy Plant, and the final Cappella...
Southeast Asia’s Gaming Boom Is Bigger than You Think — and Brands Are Still Getting It Wrong
Southeast Asia’s gaming ecosystem now tops 290 million players and is projected to hit 330 million by 2028, generating roughly US$6.6 billion in 2025. Mobile titles account for about 70% of revenue, but discovery is driven by creators, with over half of gamers...
Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter Bundles First Game Remaster in Japan, But Not the West
Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter will launch globally on September 17, but Japanese pre‑orders receive a free download code for a remastered version of the original Trails in the Sky FC. Western buyers will not get the same bonus,...
Every Ocean Event And What You Should Do In It In Tides Of Tomorrow
Tides of Tomorrow’s ocean events let players explore islands without losing HP, turning each encounter into a resource‑gathering opportunity. Boat fights require boarding sinking vessels, collecting scrap and the premium currency ozen before the timer expires. Joining the factions of...
Best Players for FC 26 Attacker Round Out Evolution
EA Sports’ FC 26 introduces the Attacker Round Out Evolution as part of the Season 7 premium pass. The evolution can be applied up to 20 times to eligible attackers (overall ≤ 89, not a centre‑back) and progresses through five upgrade tiers that...
Ingrid's Full Theme Song Revealed for Street Fighter 6 Featuring Vocals From Japanese Idol
Capcom has unveiled Ingrid’s full battle theme for Street Fighter 6, titled “Cosmic Scale Pretty,” featuring vocals by Japanese idol Suzuki Mob. The track accompanies the character’s return as the final Season 3 addition, slated for release on May 28, 2026. Ingrid’s theme joins a...
All Stats in Vampire Crawlers and How They Work
Vampire Crawlers introduces a comprehensive stat system that mirrors the mechanics of its predecessor, Vampire Survivors, while adding card‑deck nuances. Each stat—such as Max Health, Hand size, Luck, and Greed—scales per rank, directly influencing survivability, damage output, and resource acquisition....
Former PlayStation Head Isn't Sure How Sony Can Recoup Those Big Budgets without First-Party Games Coming to PC
Former PlayStation Worldwide Studios chief Shuhei Yoshida told a podcast that Sony has not officially altered its long‑standing policy of keeping first‑party triple‑A titles off PC. He noted that the soaring development budgets—exemplified by the reported $300 million cost of Marvel’s...
Learn Bond’s Rules of Spycraft with the Latest Trailer for 007 First Light
IO Interactive unveiled the "Rules of Spycraft" trailer for its upcoming James Bond title 007 First Light, highlighting eavesdropping, bluffing, stealth, and a new Focus mechanic that slows time for precision combat. The trailer also showcases a robust Q‑Branch gadget...
Shapez 2 Leaves the Factory Floor Today as It Launches Into 1.0
Shapez 2 has officially left early access, debuting its 1.0 version after nearly two years of development. The full release adds a new Manufacture Mode that lets players rebuild Vortex Platforms through shape trading, addressing a major community request. Additional updates...
Free Steam Horror Game Is Perfect for Paranormal Activity Fans
Indie horror hidden‑object game 8AM is available for free on Steam until April 27, 2026. The 2024 title, normally $3.99, has earned a “very positive” rating from over 100 user reviews. Players monitor a family’s midnight activities through security cameras, blending...
Will GTA 6 Have GTA Online? Here's Everything We Know so Far
Grand Theft Auto 6 is slated for a November 19, 2026 release, but Rockstar has not confirmed whether it will include a new online component. A recent leak shows GTA Online still pulling about $1.3 million per day, underscoring its profitability. Analysts see two likely...
How to Get Special Abilities of Weapons in Windrose
Windrose players can unlock weapon special abilities by ascending Rare or Epic‑tier gear. Ascension requires an upgraded Weaponsmith, which is unlocked by crafting an Anvil and Bellows, and the consumption of Tumbaga Ingots for each weapon. Epic weapons may offer...
Overwatch Is Making Good On A Decade-Old Promise
Blizzard’s Overwatch reboot is now in its second season, finally delivering a continuous narrative that moves the franchise forward. The storyline pivots around Vendetta’s takeover of the Talon organization, marking the first major plot development in a decade. Lore is...
‘We Are Xbox’: New Leadership Further Pledges to Bring Brand Back to Its Previous Glory
Xbox announced a full rebrand, reverting from Microsoft Gaming to the original Xbox name under CEO Asha Sharma and Chief Content Officer Matt Booty. The leadership unveiled a ten‑point manifesto that stresses affordability, openness, and creator empowerment while positioning daily...
HLTV Prospects: April 2026
HLTV released its April 2026 Prospects ranking, promoting Lithuanian rookie Džiugas “dziugss” Steponavičius to the top spot after a standout showing at PGL Bucharest, while veteran Nikita “cmtry” Samolotov entered the top ten and Swedish talent Liam “MaiL09” Tügel posted a...
Xbox Confirms It’s ‘Reevaluating’ Exclusivity as It Shares Future Mission Statement
Microsoft’s newly appointed gaming chief, Asha Sharma, unveiled an Xbox mission that pivots around daily active players as the primary growth metric. The company will rebrand the Microsoft Gaming division back to Xbox and focus on four pillars: hardware, content,...
New Xbox CEO Is ‘Reevaluating’ Exclusive Games
Xbox’s newly appointed chief executive, Asha Sharma, told staff she and CCO Matt Booty are reevaluating the company’s exclusivity policy and AI initiatives. The memo follows a two‑year period in which flagship titles such as Sea of Thieves, Forza Horizon...
All Reveals and Xbox Game Pass Announcements From the ID@Xbox April 2026 Showcase
Microsoft’s ID@Xbox April 2026 Showcase unveiled 22 indie titles, many slated for Xbox Game Pass launch later this year. Highlights include the PvPvE extraction RPG Mistfall Hunter (July), narrative sci‑fi adventure Aphelion (April 28), and the deck‑building sequel Echo Generation 2 (May 27). Several...
Samson Is Coming to PS5 and Xbox Series X/S in September After “So-So” PC Launch
Liquid Swords founder Christofer Sundberg announced that the open‑world action game Samson will launch on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S in September, two months ahead of GTA 6. The PC version suffered a buggy debut, but weekly patches are improving stability...
Well-Reviewed Steam PC Game Nocturnal Is Free Right Now
Steam is offering the indie action side‑scroller Nocturnal completely free to PC users until April 26, 2026. The game, originally priced at $16.99, has earned a Metacritic score of 81 and a very positive Steam rating from over 420 reviewers. Developed...
How to Heal and Restore Health in Vampire Crawlers
Vampire Crawlers challenges players with permanent HP loss on each misstep, making timely healing essential for progression. The Guiding Light relic, unlocked at the Inlaid Library, reveals all light source locations, allowing players to target floor chickens that restore 10...
Xbox Game Pass Will Get the Funky Screenbound Where You Play Two Games at Once
Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass is set to add "Screenbound," a title that lets players control a 3D avatar and a retro‑style 2D counterpart at the same time. The game’s premise centers on a reality‑splitting adventure where actions mirror across both...
Yoshi And The Mysterious Book Lets You Rename Classic Mario Critters, But Nintendo Is Adamant It’s Not Canon
Nintendo unveiled Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, a Switch 2 title launching May 21, 2026. The game pivots from traditional Yoshi platforming to a leisurely creature‑cataloguing adventure where Yoshi records whimsical critters without death penalties. A standout feature lets players rename familiar...
MotoGP 26 Deep Dive Trailer Reveals Crazy New Additions
Milestone and MotoGP Sports Entertainment unveiled MotoGP 26, slated for April 29 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. The deep‑dive trailer highlights Dynamic Rider Ratings that update with real‑world results and a rider‑based handling system that simulates body weight...
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Pre-Orders - the Best Deals and Bonuses
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book launches on May 21 as a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive, with pre‑order options ranging from $59.99 for the digital edition to $69.99 for the physical copy in the United States. In the United Kingdom, the game costs...
Canada Federal Government Concerned About Children's Safety in Roblox
The Canadian Public Safety Canada (PSC) brief obtained by The Logic warns that Roblox’s social‑media‑like environment is being exploited by violent extremists, white‑nationalist groups, and child‑predators to recruit minors. The report cites the platform’s user‑generated content and lax moderation as...
Yomitori Is a Mind-Reading Battle Game, Now Out on Mobile
Japanese indie studio maropiyo has released Yomitori, a free mobile puzzle‑battle game on Google Play. The title pits two birds on a 5×5 grid where players simultaneously choose moves and optional skills to out‑collect three acorns. With three special actions—Reverse,...
Invincible VS Story Trailer Released Showcasing the Game's Original Plot
Skybound Games and Quarter Up unveiled the story trailer for Invincible VS, a 3v3 fighting game that introduces an original narrative distinct from the comic and TV series. The plot unfolds amid the Viltrumite invasion of Earth, before Omni‑Man’s redemption,...
Duke Nukem 3D Gets Path Tracing and DLSS Through a New Fan-Made Mod
Brian Schulman's open‑source Duke‑RT mod injects real‑time path tracing, ray tracing and Nvidia DLSS into the classic Duke Nukem 3D. The renderer is built on the Raze fork of the Build engine and supports Direct3D 12 and Vulkan, delivering HDR, denoising and...
Shellder | Pokémon Guide
Shellder, the franchise’s first mollusk Pokémon, appears as a small oyster that evolves into the spiky Cloyster when a Water Stone is applied. The guide lists its National Pokédex number (090), Water typing, abilities (Shell Armor, Skill Link, hidden Overcoat),...
The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin Nears $10m in One Month on Mobile
Netmarble’s manga‑based RPG *The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin* generated $9.3 million in mobile revenue during its first month after launching on March 23, 2026. Japan drove the bulk of that income, contributing $5.5 million (59% of total), while the United States and South...
See Rikku From FFX in Her Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy Trailer
Square Enix released a new trailer confirming that Rikku from Final Fantasy X will join the mobile fighting game Dissociation Duellum Final Fantasy on April 28, 2026. The preview showcases her classic costume, a modern Earth outfit, and four signature...
Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2's Gun Toting, Bird Flipping, Violent Sheriff Featuring DLC Gets a Release Date
Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2’s first DLC, Loose Cannon, is set for release on April 27. The expansion follows Benny Muldoon, a previously minor character, as the new playable protagonist, swapping Phyre’s telekinesis for gun‑centric combat. Alongside the DLC, a free...