Vampire Survivors Deck-Builder Spin-Off Vampire Crawlers Is Out Now
Vampire Crawlers, the deck‑builder spin‑off of the hit Vampire Survivors, is now available on Steam and runs on Linux via Proton/Wine. The game delivers rapid auto‑battle card combat with a simple dungeon‑crawling overlay, emphasizing constant action over exploration. Reviewers praise its flashy visuals and instant dopamine hits but criticize the shallow strategic depth and limited replayability. Despite these flaws, the title has earned an Overwhelmingly Positive rating on Steam.
Metro Saga Bundle on PC Now Also 90% Off on Xbox Store for Limited Time
Microsoft’s Xbox Store is now offering the Metro Saga Bundle for PC at a steep 90% discount, pricing the collection at $6 (≈$6.35 £, ≈$6.54 €) for a limited three‑day window. The bundle packs Metro 2033 Redux, Metro: Last Light Redux, Metro Exodus, the Enhanced Edition...
Govt Notifies Gaming Rules, Brings New Regime Into Force From May 1
The Indian government has notified the Online Gaming Rules, 2026, which will take effect on May 1. The rules create an Online Gaming Authority of India to classify games, handle complaints, and coordinate with banks and enforcement agencies. A new “determination”...
The Next Frostpunk Game Isn't a City Builder, 11 Bit Studios Reveal, Alongside a Modern "Reimagining" Of Survival Game This...
11 Bit Studios revealed a new Frostpunk entry that will leave the city‑building formula for a different genre, alongside a full reimagining of its 2014 survival title This War Of Mine. The studio’s latest earnings report highlighted healthy profits despite macroeconomic headwinds and...
Miyamoto Says He Wants Peach’s Origin Story in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie to Remain Canon in Future Games
Shigeru Miyamoto confirmed that Princess Peach’s newly revealed origin—being Rosalina’s sister—in *The Super Mario Galaxy* movie will be treated as official canon in future Nintendo games. The comment came during a group interview marking the film’s Japanese release on April...
Five Wins in a Row: 'Zeka' Feels the Team's Synergy Improving
Hanwha Life Esports defeated third‑place Nongshim RedForce 2‑1, extending its winning streak to five games in the LCK regular season. Mid‑lane star "Zeka" Kim Geon‑woo highlighted a marked improvement in team synergy compared with the early‑season LCK Cup exit. The...
K27 Sign Fame on Short-Term Loan
K27 has secured Russian CS:GO star Petr “fame” Bolyshev on a short‑term loan from Virtus.pro, running through the end of May with no purchase option. The move replaces Karim “relaxxie” Miftakhov, who departed the roster earlier this week. K27 aims to leverage...
Nongshim Head Coach Choi In-Kyu: "We Couldn't Execute the Compositions We Planned"
Nongshim RedForce saw its winning streak snap after a 1‑2 defeat to Hanwha Life Esports on April 22, 2026. The team recovered to tie the series after dropping the first set but fell short in the decisive third set. Head...
Ecco the Dolphin: Complete Announced
A&R Atelier announced Ecco the Dolphin: Complete, a remastered collection plus a brand‑new contemporary game. The package will bundle all original titles, including Ecco and Tides of Time, with added speedrunning support, achievements, and leaderboards. Development is led by the...
The Story Mob Announced as Sponsor of the Indie Studio of the Year Award at MCV/DEVELOP Awards 2026
The Story Mob has been announced as the sponsor of the Indie Studio of the Year award at the MCV/DEVELOP Awards 2026, a ceremony that celebrates the UK games industry’s achievements across development, recruitment, PR, retail and media. The partnership...
Unity And Index Exchange Unite Behind Gaming Data In Non-Gaming Channels
Unity and Index Exchange announced an integration that makes Unity’s in‑game audience data available for targeting on CTV, mobile web and other non‑gaming channels. The partnership pairs Unity’s behavioral insights with Index’s curated Marketplace deals, allowing advertisers to reach gamers...
The Year’s Weirdest Game Is Hard to Explain and Even Harder to Put Down
Titanium Court, an indie title from AP Thomson, launches on Steam April 23. The game fuses match‑3 tower defense, roguelite RPG, deck‑building, and visual‑novel storytelling into a single, self‑referential experience. Players toggle between High Tide match‑3 resource gathering and Low Tide...
WAMP: Collaborative Platformer Built with Phaser
WAMP (We All Make A Platformer) is a browser‑based, community‑driven platformer where players claim grid cells, build their own rooms, and publish them to a shared overworld. The built‑in editor lets creators define terrain, mood, and goal types such as...
Maingear Unveils MG-1, a Redesign of Its Most-Awarded Gaming PC
Maingear unveiled the next‑generation MG‑1, a total redesign of its most‑awarded gaming desktop. The new chassis builds on a legacy that includes Tom’s Hardware and TechRadar Editor’s Choice awards as well as a 2025 IDA Design Awards Gold win. The...
GamesIndustry.biz Will Once Again Head to Brazil to Report on Gamescom Latam
Two U.S. gamers have filed a class‑action lawsuit against Nintendo, accusing the company of seeking to profit twice from recent tariffs—once through higher retail prices and again via a refund claim against the U.S. government. Nintendo of America earlier sued...
The Hit Video Games Sneaking in Climate Storylines
Mainstream video games are increasingly weaving climate themes into their narratives, often without overt messaging. Titles such as Red Dead Redemption 2, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, and Pokémon Go have earned the Playing for the Planet seal, while...
Roundup: Here's What The Reviews Are Saying About Tides Of Tomorrow
Tides of Tomorrow, DigixArt’s new narrative adventure, launches on Xbox today with a price of $29.99. The game introduces an “Online Story‑Link” system that weaves previous players’ decisions into each new playthrough, creating a shared, evolving storyline. Early reviews are...
Online Gaming Act To Come Into Effect From May 1
India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has issued the operational rules for the Online Gaming Act, 2025, effective May 1. The framework creates the Online Gaming Authority of India (OGAI) to classify games, enforce compliance, and impose penalties of...
PUBG Nations Cup 2026 Heads Back to Seoul: Kazakhstan, Ukraine, Finland Join the Roster
KRAFTON announced the PUBG Nations Cup 2026 will take place in Seoul from June 23‑28, featuring 24 national teams. Defending champions Vietnam return to face a reshuffled roster that adds Finland, Ukraine and Kazakhstan while dropping Poland, Spain, Sweden and...
A Legend Gets Cheaper as the Logitech G502 Hero Gaming Mouse Cuts 22% Off From Amazon
Logitech’s flagship G502 Hero gaming mouse is now 22% cheaper on Amazon, priced at £27 (about $35), marking its lowest point since Black Friday 2025. The wired rodent retains its hallmark 11 programmable buttons, adjustable weights, and a dual‑mode scroll wheel,...
New ‘Market Disruption’ Track at SBC Summit Malta to Decode Global Regulatory Shifts
SBC Summit Malta is launching a new “Market Disruption” track to help gaming operators navigate sweeping regulatory changes worldwide. Italy’s licensing overhaul promises faster approvals but tighter technical standards, the UK is tightening gambling rules and increasing compliance burdens, and...
£520 for This Asus Prime RTX 5070 GPU and a Free Copy of Pragmata Feels Like a Solid Deal at...
The Asus Prime RTX 5070 is now available for about $660 (£520) from CCL, making it one of the most affordable current‑gen Nvidia cards on the market. Benchmarks show performance nearly identical to the RTX 4070 Super, with modest gains in titles like...
Ubisoft Reportedly Cancels Life-Simulator Project Alterra
Ubisoft has scrapped its in‑development life‑simulation title Alterra, a project that aimed to blend Animal Crossing‑style gameplay with voxel creation. The decision was communicated to staff on April 22, and while no layoffs were announced, team members are being shifted to...
Tower Defense Meets Roguelite Progression in Infamous Keepers From the Legend of Keepers Devs
Goblinz Studio announced Infamous Keepers, a new title set in the Legend of Keepers universe that mixes tower‑defense tactics with roguelite progression. Players build traps, manage monster staff, and wield spells to repel hero raids, with each run generating fresh...
Adding Naval Warfare in Time for Crusader Kings 3's Silk and Silver Expansion Would Have Blown Paradox's "Schedule Out of...
Paradox Interactive confirmed that naval warfare will not appear in Crusader Kings 3’s upcoming Merchant Republics (Silk and Silver) expansion, citing schedule risk and the need for balanced implementation. The developers explained that even a minimal sea‑battle system would blow their...
Vitality Announce Academy Team
Team Vitality announced its first esports academy, Vitality Academy, fielding the Project H roster for Counter‑Strike: Global Offensive. The squad is led by 16‑year‑old French AWPer Thiebault “Katkame” Ulysse, a prospect highlighted by ZywOo’s 2025 breakout prediction. Former data analyst Pablo “VdaK1NG” Escobar...
KAZ Is a Dopamine-Fuelled Action Roguelike That's a Full Workout for Your Fingers
KAZ is a fast‑paced, dopamine‑driven action roguelike that challenges players to tap directional inputs with razor‑sharp precision. The game’s demo runs flawlessly on Linux through Proton 10 and now includes a relaxed No Stress Mode that limits moves instead of time. With over...
'A Scope Document Is Not Your Plan:' Laying the Groundwork for Indie Success
Sophie Smart of Blossom Arcade warned indie developers that a scope document is merely a feature list, not a development plan. She urged teams to translate scopes into milestones with realistic timelines and budgets. Smart advocated Scrum sprints for iterative,...
Steam, Minecraft, Roblox and Fortnite Risk "Becoming Onramps to Abuse, Extremist Violence, Radicalisation or Lifelong Harm", Claim Australian Government
The Australian eSafety commissioner has served transparency notices to Valve, Epic Games, Microsoft and Roblox, demanding details on how they curb grooming, extremist propaganda and violent content on Steam, Fortnite, Minecraft and Roblox. The regulator warns the platforms could become...
KRX Head Coach Cho Jae-Eup: "Kt Rolster Knows How to Win Even when Behind; They Play with Such Composure"
DRX (Kwangdong Freecs) dropped a 0‑2 series to kt Rolster in Round 1 of the 2026 LCK regular season, slipping to a 2‑5 record. Despite an early advantage, DRX faltered in late‑game macro and coordination, allowing the opponent to rally. Head Coach...
Kt Rolster Defeats Kiwoom DRX, Secures First 7-Game Winning Streak Since Founding
kt Rolster achieved a 7‑game winning streak—the first in the franchise’s history—by defeating Kiwoom DRX 2‑0 at the LCK Round 1 match in Jongno. The team leveraged Sivir and Yuumi to secure Game 1 and dominated with Trundle in Game 2, building substantial...
Koei Tecmo Revises FY26 Results Following Success of Pokémon Pokopia and Nioh 3
Koei Tecmo lifted its FY26 outlook after a strong Q4, driven by the launch of Pokémon Pokopia and Nioh 3. Ordinary profit is now projected to rise 50% to ¥55.5 bn ($345 m), while operating profit should increase 16.1% to ¥36 bn ($226 m). Net sales...
Contest-Winning Skin Added, 'Sonic Rumble' Half-Anniversary Event Begins
SEGA Publishing Korea kicked off a half‑anniversary celebration for the multiplayer party title Sonic Rumble on April 22. The event introduces the contest‑winning “Cat Tackle Shadow” skin and a Wasteland‑themed mission series that runs through May 13, featuring five new skins and...
HLTV Confirmed: Karrigan to Falcons, MOUZ Future, and Vitality's Second Grand Slam
HLTV Confirmed revealed that veteran captain Finn “karrigan” Andersen has joined the FaZe‑Falcons, bolstering their Danish core. MOUZ unveiled a revamped roster, adding Hungarian rookie xelex and retaining key veterans amid recent benchings. Meanwhile, Brazilian legend Gabriel “FalleN” Toledo announced...
'Raven 2' Launches Battle World and Personal Trading Updates
Netmarble rolled out a global "Battle World" event for its MMORPG Raven 2, running until May 6, 2026, and offering a suite of rewards such as Ancient Vault items and premium summons. The update also introduces a Personal Trading system that lets...
Hugh and Diana's 'Complete Story', Pragmata ⭐9.0
Capcom’s Pragmata launched on April 17, 2026 for PS5, PC, Xbox Series X|S and Switch, earning a 9.0 critic score. The game centers on the interdependent duo of astronaut Hugh and android child Diana, whose linked abilities drive both story...
All Training Data Locations in Pragmata
The article provides a step‑by‑step guide to locating every piece of training data in Capcom’s sci‑fi title Pragmata. It details specific spots across Sectors 03, 04 and 06, from holographic deer displays to downed Cabins in mines and a cargo lift ambush. Collecting...
Silver Wolf LV 999 Best Build In Honkai Star Rail
Silver Wolf, the Lv 999 character in Honkai: Star Rail, reaches peak performance with the Welcome to the Cosmic City Light Cone, Ever‑Glorious Magical Girl and Punklorde Stage Zero relic sets, and high‑priority Eidolons such as E6. The guide recommends SPD, Crit...
The 10 Worst Pokemon that Champions Players Should Never Use
GameRant lists the ten Pokémon that consistently underperform in Pokémon Champions, separating the worst choices for Singles and Doubles. In Singles, Rotom, Castform, Paldean Tauros (Combat Breed), Watchog and Simisage fall short due to low base stats, poor typing or limited...
11 Bit Studios Plans to Reimagine This War of Mine
11 Bit Studios used its latest earnings call to announce a four‑project pipeline, including two undisclosed new IPs, a new Frostpunk entry (codenamed Frostpunk 1886), and Project P15—a ground‑up reimagining of the acclaimed survival game This War of Mine. The studio emphasized its solid financial footing...
Pokemon Fan Gives Their Switch 2 a Ditto-Themed Makeover
A Reddit user transformed their Nintendo Switch 2 with a purple case and Ditto‑themed sticker after receiving the console as a birthday gift for the new life‑simulation game Pokémon Pokopia. Pokopia, released on March 5, 2026, sold over 2.2 million copies in its first...
GTA 6 Fans Spot Subtle Upgrade in Trailer
Rockstar Games’ latest Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer reveals a subtle yet significant AI upgrade: NPC bikers now change lanes to overtake slower traffic, hinting at more dynamic road behavior. The game’s launch is slated for November 19 after several delays, and...
PUBG Mobile Pro League Malaysia (PMPL MY) 2026 Spring to Seed Top Three to the PMGO SEA Finals
The PUBG Mobile Pro League Malaysia (PMPL MY) Spring 2026 season features 20 teams competing for a $50,000 prize pool. The tournament runs from early April to early May, with a group stage followed by Grand Finals held May 1‑3....
Best Early Upgrades in Pragmata to Unlock First
Pragmata’s early‑game progression hinges on strategic upgrades from the Unit Printer and Firmware Updater. Investing Lunafilament and Pure Lunum into weapons like the Shockwave Gun, hacking tools such as Multi‑Hack, and mobility abilities like Fast Moves dramatically eases combat and...
GAMING: Australian Game Dev’s Complicated Relationship with Government Support
Australia’s game development sector is experiencing a revival, driven largely by federal and state government support. The Digital Games Tax Offset (DGTO) provides a 30% refundable tax credit for companies spending at least $500,000 AUD (≈$330,000 USD), while competitive grants fund...
Enshrouded's New 'Forging The Path' Update Brings Custom Map Sharing, Combat Changes And More On Path To 1.0
Enshrouded’s eighth major patch, “Forging The Path,” adds Adventure Sharing for custom map exchange, a focus‑bar system that grants weapons special abilities, and a heavy‑attack mechanic for melee. The update overhauls progression by introducing cheaper skill tiers and refunds all...
Ingrid Gameplay Trailer Releasing Tomorrow for Street Fighter 6
Capcom announced that the official gameplay trailer for Ingrid, the final Season 3 character in Street Fighter 6, will drop tomorrow, April 22, at 4 p.m. PT/7 p.m. ET. The teaser follows a recent leak hinting at a Season 4 DLC roster that may feature a...
Palia Celebrates 10 Million Players in New Event and Announces Royal Highlands Expansion (With Mounts!)
Palia, the life‑simulation MMO, announced it has surpassed 10 million players. To mark the milestone, the studio launched a limited‑time celebration event running through May 11, featuring daily quests, free premium outfits, and discounts on Founder’s and starter packs. The company also...
UK Gaming Icon Peter Molyneux on AI, His Final Creation and a Changing Industry
Veteran designer Peter Molyneux announced that Masters of Albion will be his last game, a modern take on the god‑game genre he pioneered with Populous. He praised the creative freedom of his projects but said AI, while promising, is not...
Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.2 Character Banners: Who Should You Pull
Honkai: Star Rail’s Version 4.2 introduces two character banners running from April 22 to June 2, 2026. Phase 1 spotlights Silver Wolf Lv 999, The Dahlia, Castorice and Firefly, while Phase 2 features Evanesca, Tribble, Sunday and Feixiao. The guide recommends Silver Wolf as the top DPS for Phase 1 and...