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Skyrim Lead Says Bethesda Is "Going to Feel It" When Todd Howard Leaves because He's Always Touched Everything During the...
NewsApr 12, 2026

Skyrim Lead Says Bethesda Is "Going to Feel It" When Todd Howard Leaves because He's Always Touched Everything During the...

The lead artist on Bethesda’s flagship title *Skyrim* warned that the studio will feel the impact when longtime executive producer Todd Howard eventually departs, citing his hands‑on involvement in every aspect of development. Howard’s pervasive presence has created a culture...

By GamesRadar+
'WUCHANG' Developer Leenzee Shuts Down Studio
NewsApr 12, 2026

'WUCHANG' Developer Leenzee Shuts Down Studio

Leenzee, the Chinese studio behind *WUCHANG*, has officially dissolved after the game’s launch in July 2025 failed to gain traction. Despite multiple patches that lifted the title to version 1.7, persistent performance flaws and a controversial story rewrite eroded player sentiment....

By Inven Global
KT 'Perfect' "A Perfect Game? It's a Shame I Missed the CS"
NewsApr 12, 2026

KT 'Perfect' "A Perfect Game? It's a Shame I Missed the CS"

KT Rolster posted a 2‑0 sweep in the opening round of the 2026 LCK regular season, extending its winning streak to four games and securing sole possession of first place. Mid‑laner Lee Seung‑min, known as “Perfect,” praised the team’s composure...

By Inven Global
Support Player Fans Come Here Ft. Mezii
NewsApr 12, 2026

Support Player Fans Come Here Ft. Mezii

Veteran CS:GO player William “mezii” Merriman appeared on the Come Here podcast to dissect the evolving support role in modern Counter‑Strike. As the 2025 Anchor of the Year and current flexible rifler for Team Vitality, he explained how traditional grenadier...

By HLTV.org (CS)
RedMagic 11 Air Unboxing: What's in the Box for the $499 Gaming Phone Video
NewsApr 12, 2026

RedMagic 11 Air Unboxing: What's in the Box for the $499 Gaming Phone Video

RedMagic unveiled its 11 Air gaming phone at $499, positioning it as a budget-friendly alternative to premium gaming devices. The handset retains flagship features such as an 80W wired fast‑charging system, a built‑in active cooling fan, and a massive 7,000 mAh...

By CNET – Gaming
Slay the Spire 2 Is Best as a Co-Op Game
NewsApr 12, 2026

Slay the Spire 2 Is Best as a Co-Op Game

Mega Crit’s Slay the Spire 2, a month into early access, has found its strongest appeal in the newly added co‑op mode. The multiplayer lets up to four players coordinate decks, share relics and potions, and use exclusive cards like Believe...

By Polygon (Gaming)
Farmbotic: Automation Meets Agriculture in Unique Farming Game
NewsApr 12, 2026

Farmbotic: Automation Meets Agriculture in Unique Farming Game

Farmbotic, a first‑person automation farming game, debuted a 30‑minute demo at PAX East 2026. Players experienced a day‑night cycle, built a central robot‑powered building, and managed basic crops before fatigue set in. The showcase hinted at deeper systems, including livestock, town...

By Hardcore Gamer
Rumour: Microsoft Might Not Launch Call Of Duty 2026 On Xbox Game Pass
NewsApr 12, 2026

Rumour: Microsoft Might Not Launch Call Of Duty 2026 On Xbox Game Pass

Microsoft has been offering Call of Duty titles day‑one on Xbox Game Pass, starting with Black Ops 6 in 2024 and continuing with Black Ops 7 last year. A recent Xbox Two podcast episode introduced a rumor that the upcoming Call of...

By Pure Xbox
REPLACED Release Countdown: Exact Date and Time
NewsApr 12, 2026

REPLACED Release Countdown: Exact Date and Time

Sad Cat Studios’ upcoming indie title REPLACED will launch worldwide on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. The game drops simultaneously on PC and as an Xbox exclusive at 6 am PT, 9 am ET, and 2 pm UTC, according to SteamDB. REPLACED is a...

By Destructoid
Head Coach Kim Sang-Soo= "We Were Defeated Helplessly Before We Could Even Utilize Our Strengths"
NewsApr 12, 2026

Head Coach Kim Sang-Soo= "We Were Defeated Helplessly Before We Could Even Utilize Our Strengths"

Hanwha Life Esports (HLE) suffered a 0‑2 sweep by KT Rolster in the first round of the 2026 LCK regular season. The Korean team failed to secure a single kill in the opening set and managed only one kill in...

By Inven Global
Perfect Game: Kt Rolster Defeats BRO, Extends Winning Streak to 4
NewsApr 12, 2026

Perfect Game: Kt Rolster Defeats BRO, Extends Winning Streak to 4

kt Rolster extended its LCK winning streak to four games by defeating Hanwha Life Esports (BRO) in a decisive 24‑minute match. The team built a 4,000‑gold lead by the 14‑minute mark and dominated objectives, securing multiple dragons and the Baron....

By Inven Global
In a Surprise Move, Capcom Now Lets You Buy the Original Resident Evil Games
NewsApr 12, 2026

In a Surprise Move, Capcom Now Lets You Buy the Original Resident Evil Games

Capcom surprised gamers by releasing the original Resident Evil 1‑3 on Steam for $4.99 each, using the PC ports originally prepared by GOG. The move brings the classic survival‑horror titles to Valve’s far larger marketplace, exposing them to a broader audience...

By The A.V. Club
The 3 Best Racing Games to Play Before Forza Horizon 6
NewsApr 12, 2026

The 3 Best Racing Games to Play Before Forza Horizon 6

Forza Horizon 6 launches on May 19, 2026, raising anticipation for the next big open‑world racer. In the meantime, three 2026 releases offer fresh experiences: Milestone’s *Ride 6* expands motorbike racing with licensed bikes and a Riding School mode; Original Fire Games’ *iRacing Arcade*...

By Polygon (Gaming)
EFootball 2026: Epic, Big Time, and Show Time Player Tier List
NewsApr 12, 2026

EFootball 2026: Epic, Big Time, and Show Time Player Tier List

Konami’s eFootball 2026 continues to flood the market with Epic, Big Time and Show Time player cards, prompting a new tier‑list guide to help users prioritize. The guide, updated April 9 2026, ranks forwards, midfielders, defenders and goalkeepers across SSS to C...

By GamingonPhone
BNK FEARX Hints at Rotation Between 'VicLa' And 'Daystar'
NewsApr 12, 2026

BNK FEARX Hints at Rotation Between 'VicLa' And 'Daystar'

BNK FEARX earned its first victory of the 2026 LCK season, defeating DN Supers 2‑0 in Round 1. Coach Park Jun‑seok highlighted a stronger pick‑ban phase and tighter in‑game communication as key factors. The team rotated mid‑lane players, starting defensive‑oriented ‘Daystar’...

By Inven Global
All Enlistments (Units) in Skull Horde and How to Unlock Them
NewsApr 12, 2026

All Enlistments (Units) in Skull Horde and How to Unlock Them

Destructoid’s guide outlines every Enlistment unit in the roguelike Skull Horde and details the specific in‑game actions needed to unlock each one. Unlocks range from simple feats—such as killing an enemy with a critical hit for the Sharpshooter—to demanding challenges like...

By Destructoid
BNK FEARX Secures First Win After Three-Game Losing Streak
NewsApr 12, 2026

BNK FEARX Secures First Win After Three-Game Losing Streak

BNK FEARX broke a three‑game losing streak by defeating DN Supers 2‑0 in the LCK Round 1 match on April 12, 2026. The win featured a standout debut from rookie mid laner “Daystar” Yu Ji‑myeong, who helped the team secure early dragon control...

By Inven Global
Marvel Rivals Creative Director Says It's Going to Become 'a Comprehensive Marvel "Moving Anime" Experience' And No, I Don't Know...
NewsApr 12, 2026

Marvel Rivals Creative Director Says It's Going to Become 'a Comprehensive Marvel "Moving Anime" Experience' And No, I Don't Know...

Marvel Rivals, NetEase's free‑to‑play Marvel fighting game, announced its next evolution as a "comprehensive Marvel moving anime experience" during the Season 6 reveal. The update introduces Elsa Bloodstone as a new playable hero and promises anime‑style visuals, cinematic storytelling, and tighter...

By PC Gamer
Famitsu Review Scores for April 12th, 2026
NewsApr 12, 2026

Famitsu Review Scores for April 12th, 2026

Japan’s leading gaming magazine Famitsu released its weekly review issue on April 12, 2026, assigning scores to five new titles. The scoring system aggregates four critics’ individual ratings on a 1‑10 scale, yielding a maximum of 40. Ereban: Shadow Legacy...

By GoNintendo
Infinity Nikki: Courage in Full Bloom Quest Guide
NewsApr 12, 2026

Infinity Nikki: Courage in Full Bloom Quest Guide

Infinity Nikki’s mid‑season 2.4 update “The Forest Need Not Listen” introduces the Courage in Full Bloom questline, a four‑step permanent series that unlocks the Heroic Legend outfit. Players must complete the quests in Spira and Elderwood Forest, earn a sketch...

By DualShockers
Rockstar Games Says Data Breach Was with a Third Party that and Has No Impact on Company or Players
NewsApr 12, 2026

Rockstar Games Says Data Breach Was with a Third Party that and Has No Impact on Company or Players

Rockstar Games refuted circulating rumors that it had been hacked and faced a ransom demand tied to the upcoming Grand Theft Auto VI release. The company clarified that a breach occurred only at a third‑party vendor and did not affect its...

By GamesBeat
1000xResist Developer Added a Video Sequence 'Out of Desperation' But Now They're Bringing FMV Back for Their Next Game
NewsApr 12, 2026

1000xResist Developer Added a Video Sequence 'Out of Desperation' But Now They're Bringing FMV Back for Their Next Game

Sunset Visitor, the indie studio behind 1000xResist, inserted a full‑motion video (FMV) sequence into the game using archival documentary footage, a move the creative director described as “out of desperation.” The experience convinced the team to make FMV a core...

By PC Gamer
Where To Find The Seed Box Key In Arc Raiders
NewsApr 12, 2026

Where To Find The Seed Box Key In Arc Raiders

The "Last Entry" quest in Arc Raiders becomes available after finishing the "Furtive Meetings" chain and takes players to the newly uncovered Stella Montis research facility. Players must locate a red‑lit console to access a researcher’s log, then search jumpsuits near...

By TheGamer
Pokémon Go Tinkatink Community Day Event Guide
NewsApr 12, 2026

Pokémon Go Tinkatink Community Day Event Guide

Niantic’s Pokémon Go hosts a Tinkatink Community Day on Saturday, April 11, 2026 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. local time, featuring a boosted shiny‑rate of roughly 1 in 24 and a suite of bonuses such as triple Stardust and double candy. Players who evolve...

By Polygon (Movies)
FUT Defeat Astralis to Win First LAN at PGL Bucharest 2026
NewsApr 12, 2026

FUT Defeat Astralis to Win First LAN at PGL Bucharest 2026

FUT Esports captured the PGL Bucharest 2026 trophy by defeating Astralis 4‑0 in a best‑of‑five final. Astralis managed only 13 rounds across three maps, while FUT dominated on Ancient, Mirage, and Dust2, highlighted by dem0n’s 25‑6 KD on Dust2. The...

By Dot Esports
TurtleWow Issued Cease And Desist After Losing Court Case
NewsApr 12, 2026

TurtleWow Issued Cease And Desist After Losing Court Case

Blizzard sued private World of Warcraft server Turtle WoW and won all seven copyright claims. The U.S. district court issued a sweeping cease‑and‑desist order prohibiting any further development, distribution, or promotion of the server. Turtle WoW, operated by Hong Kong‑based...

By TheGamer
How to Find Oil Samples and Unlock School Room in Road to Vostok
NewsApr 11, 2026

How to Find Oil Samples and Unlock School Room in Road to Vostok

The School Room shelter in Road to Vostok unlocks only after collecting three Oil Samples hidden on the Terminal map, a location inside the game’s permadeath zone. Players must travel from the Outpost through the Minefield and Apartments, navigating mines...

By Destructoid
Freddie Gibbs Rumoured to Feature in GTA VI Mission
NewsApr 11, 2026

Freddie Gibbs Rumoured to Feature in GTA VI Mission

Freddie Gibbs is rumored to appear as a character in Rockstar's upcoming Grand Theft Auto VI, based on an exclusive tip from presenter HipHopGamer to PC Gamer. The speculation follows Gibbs' past contribution of the track “Still Livin’” to GTA V’s Radio...

By Mixmag
Crimson Desert's Archery Challenge Can Be Cheesed With Floating Power Cores
NewsApr 11, 2026

Crimson Desert's Archery Challenge Can Be Cheesed With Floating Power Cores

Crimson Desert’s early‑game archery contest can be bypassed by using the Kuku Pot to store floating power cores. Once the Kuku Pot is unlocked in chapter four, players collect eight cores and place them above the targets, letting the cores...

By TheGamer
Black Desert Online To Hold 'Heidel Ball' In California To Celebrate 10th Anniversary Of Western Release
NewsApr 11, 2026

Black Desert Online To Hold 'Heidel Ball' In California To Celebrate 10th Anniversary Of Western Release

Pearl Abyss will host the first North American Heidel Ball in Southern California on July 25, 2026, marking the 10th anniversary of Black Desert Online’s western launch. The free, invitation‑based event includes announcements, an NA vs EU PvP showdown, cosplay contest, exclusive...

By MMORPG.com
Starfield PS5 Players Are Reporting Repeated Crashes
NewsApr 11, 2026

Starfield PS5 Players Are Reporting Repeated Crashes

Starfield launched on PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro to praise for its stunning visuals and PSSR‑enhanced performance, but players are encountering frequent crashes. Digital Foundry’s Oliver Mackenzie reported the game becoming unresponsive across multiple modes, a problem not observed on Xbox Series...

By TheGamer
Pokemon Pokopia Is Teaching Japanese Players English Slang
NewsApr 11, 2026

Pokemon Pokopia Is Teaching Japanese Players English Slang

Nintendo and The Pokemon Company’s new life‑simulation title Pokemon Pokopia, launched on March 5, 2026, is becoming an unexpected language‑learning tool for Japanese players. The game’s dialogue is peppered with everyday English idioms such as “Score,” “Classic,” and “Make a dent,” which many...

By TheGamer
The Pines Asks What Would Alan Wake Look Like if It Was About Therapy, and I Kind of Want to...
NewsApr 11, 2026

The Pines Asks What Would Alan Wake Look Like if It Was About Therapy, and I Kind of Want to...

The Pines is an upcoming open‑world psychological‑horror RPG that frames its story around a secluded retreat offering therapy. Protagonist Edward Walker arrives on a therapist’s recommendation, only to uncover a sinister undercurrent reminiscent of Alan Wake and Twin Peaks. The...

By Rock Paper Shotgun
Skyrim’s Full-RP Server Mod Hits New CCU
NewsApr 11, 2026

Skyrim’s Full-RP Server Mod Hits New CCU

Keizaal Online, a community‑run Skyrim mod, has reached a new concurrent user (CCU) peak of 645 players, meaning every in‑game character is now player‑controlled. The server eliminates all NPCs, replacing vendors and quest givers with real participants who drive the...

By TheGamer
Input Lag Tests for the Invincible Vs Open Beta Reveals Which Console Outperforms the Other
NewsApr 11, 2026

Input Lag Tests for the Invincible Vs Open Beta Reveals Which Console Outperforms the Other

Skybound Games extended the Invincible Vs Open Beta to April 11, allowing PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series players to test ten of the game’s eighteen launch characters. Input‑lag testing by Nigel Woodall showed the Xbox Series X averaging 47.97 ms and the Series S 48.45 ms,...

By EventHubs
Elder Scrolls Online Team Clarifies And Adjusts Tamriel Tomes System, Offers Refunds And Exchanges After Community Confusion
NewsApr 11, 2026

Elder Scrolls Online Team Clarifies And Adjusts Tamriel Tomes System, Offers Refunds And Exchanges After Community Confusion

The Elder Scrolls Online team has revised its newly launched Tamriel Tomes rewards track after player confusion. The update adds a proportional gold reward when more than 2,000 tomes remain and clarifies the controversial auto‑claimer that applied tomes before rollover....

By MMORPG.com
Feature: Going Platinum: I Missed a Bunch of Trophies in The Messenger, But Playing It Again Was a Pleasure
NewsApr 11, 2026

Feature: Going Platinum: I Missed a Bunch of Trophies in The Messenger, But Playing It Again Was a Pleasure

Game journalist Stephen Tailby earned the Platinum trophy for The Messenger on October 19, 2020, after replaying the indie platformer a second time to collect missed trophies. He notes that revisiting a game has become rare for him amid today’s...

By Push Square
Playing The Last of Us with Friends Made My Favorite PlayStation Game Feel Brand New Again
NewsApr 11, 2026

Playing The Last of Us with Friends Made My Favorite PlayStation Game Feel Brand New Again

TechRadar’s Jamie revisits Naughty Dog’s The Last of Us Part 1 on PS5, noting that the remastered visuals, ray‑traced reflections, and smooth performance make the 2013 title feel brand new. He and a friend tackled the single‑player campaign together, discovering that...

By TechRadar Pro
10 Holy Grail Remakes We're Still Waiting For
NewsApr 11, 2026

10 Holy Grail Remakes We're Still Waiting For

The article lists ten video‑game titles that fans consider "holy grail" remakes, from The Simpsons: Hit & Run to Bloodborne. It highlights how the current remake boom—spurred by successes like Resident Evil 2 and Final Fantasy VII—has left many beloved classics untouched. Each entry...

By DualShockers
Super Mario Galaxy's Scrapped Starting Planet Explored in New Video
NewsApr 11, 2026

Super Mario Galaxy's Scrapped Starting Planet Explored in New Video

A previously cut opening planet from Nintendo’s 2007 hit Super Mario Galaxy has resurfaced through an original E3 demo and recent datamining. The missing area, larger than the Good Egg Galaxy start, featured collectible music notes and decorative giant eggs....

By GoNintendo
How to Get the Aeserion Longsword in Crimson Desert
NewsApr 11, 2026

How to Get the Aeserion Longsword in Crimson Desert

The guide walks players through acquiring the Aeserion Gear Blueprint at Serpent Shrine and crafting the game‑changing Aeserion weapons in Crimson Desert. It details the prerequisite Focused Force Palm skill, the exact material list—including Aeserion’s Scale, Platinum, and Bismuth Ore—and...

By Game Rant
Stardew Valley's Future Updates Leave Gamers Worried
NewsApr 11, 2026

Stardew Valley's Future Updates Leave Gamers Worried

Stardew Valley is set to receive a major Update 1.7 in 2026, marking the game’s tenth anniversary with two new marriage candidates, a fresh farm layout, and expanded roles for player children. The announcement surprised fans who thought creator Eric “ConcernedApe”...

By Game Rant
EFootball 2026 Epic J League (Iniesta, Torres) Pack Review: Two Super-Sub Legends
NewsApr 11, 2026

EFootball 2026 Epic J League (Iniesta, Torres) Pack Review: Two Super-Sub Legends

Konami’s eFootball 2026 has released the Epic J League pack featuring legends Andrés Iniesta and Fernando Torres. Both cards carry two Show‑Time skills—Iniesta with Phenomenal Pass and Visionary Pass, Torres with Phenomenal Finishing and Bullet Header. The review notes solid base stats and suggests...

By GamingonPhone
Imminent Removal of CoD From Game Pass Will Show ‘Cracks’ in Microsoft’s Gaming Strategy, Leaker Suggests
NewsApr 11, 2026

Imminent Removal of CoD From Game Pass Will Show ‘Cracks’ in Microsoft’s Gaming Strategy, Leaker Suggests

Leaker Jez Corden warned that Activision’s flagship Call of Duty franchise may be pulled from Xbox Game Pass’ Day One program, ending its release‑day availability for subscribers. The potential removal could expose strategic gaps in Microsoft’s subscription model, especially as...

By Destructoid
GTA 6 Dev Rockstar Have Seemingly Been Hacked Again, but They Don't Seem All that Worried
NewsApr 11, 2026

GTA 6 Dev Rockstar Have Seemingly Been Hacked Again, but They Don't Seem All that Worried

Rockstar Games disclosed a limited data breach stemming from a third‑party compromise of Anodot, a cloud‑cost monitoring tool linked to its Snowflake data warehouse. Hacker group ShinyHunters posted a ransom demand, threatening to leak information by April 14, 2026. Rockstar...

By Rock Paper Shotgun
The Dragon Age: Inquisition Servers Are Finally Going Offline Over A Decade Later
NewsApr 11, 2026

The Dragon Age: Inquisition Servers Are Finally Going Offline Over A Decade Later

Electronic Arts announced that the PlayStation 3 servers for Dragon Age: Inquisition will be shut down on April 28, 2026, ending multiplayer support after twelve years. The 2014 title was Bioware’s first foray into co‑op gameplay and has outlasted the studio’s later live‑service...

By Kotaku
Borderlands 4 Physical Switch 2 Copies Found in the Wild
NewsApr 11, 2026

Borderlands 4 Physical Switch 2 Copies Found in the Wild

Physical copies of the unreleased Borderlands 4 for Nintendo Switch 2 have surfaced online, but they are game‑key cards that contain no playable data. The cards were discovered by a Reddit user who noted the redemption codes were already used. Take‑Two Interactive...

By GoNintendo
I Own All 8 Nintendo Consoles, and Here Is My Official Ranking
NewsApr 11, 2026

I Own All 8 Nintendo Consoles, and Here Is My Official Ranking

A Nintendo enthusiast ranked all eight home consoles by today’s game library value rather than historic hype. The Switch 2 tops the list, followed by the original Switch, while the Wii U is deemed the most obsolete due to ported exclusives and...

By Game Rant
JRPGs Coming in 2026 That Already Deserve Your Attention
NewsApr 11, 2026

JRPGs Coming in 2026 That Already Deserve Your Attention

The article outlines a curated list of JRPGs slated for release in 2026, ranging from major first‑party titles like Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave to indie projects such as SacriFire and Alabaster Dawn. It highlights notable shifts, including Another Eden’s move...

By DualShockers