Title: FBI Investigating Malware On Steam After A Bunch Of Indie Games Were Revealed To Be Hiding Malicious Files Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:19:55 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/steam-malware-fbi-indie-valve-2000678719 The games were removed from Valve's storefront earlier this year but concerns remain

Title: Overwatch Fans Are Apologizing To The Kiriko And Mercy Mains They’ve Bullied Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:27:36 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/overwatch-fans-are-apologizing-to-the-kiriko-and-mercy-mains-theyve-bullied-2000678711 Ex-director Jeff Kaplan’s story about the pressures the team faced has put some things into perspective

Title: Amazon Prime Removing 4K Streaming Access, Locking Behind It New Extra Paywall Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:41:52 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/amazon-prime-removing-4k-streaming-access-locking-behind-it-new-extra-paywall-2000678690 Want to watch The Boys in 4K? You'll need to pay Amazon an extra $5 a month on top of your Prime subscription

Title: Forza Horizon 6′s Tokyo Is So Big It Has Its Own Development Team Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:33:15 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/forza-horizon-6-tokyo-big-doom-deep-rock-spin-off-crimson-desert-physical-offline-2000678670 Also: Someone from the Doom movie reminds us it sucked, Crimson Desert has pre-launch issues, and a new roguelike shooter looks good

Title: Street Fighter Pro Detained By ICE Is Coming Home Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:23:29 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/ludovic-mbock-street-fighter-fgc-ice-detained-release-2000678686 Ludovic Mbock will have a follow-up hearing in May

Title: Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.1 livestream reveals a pared-back, four-week update as HoYo plays catch-up Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:13:44 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/honkai-star-rail-version-4-1-star-rail-fest-ashveil A new Honkai: Star Rail Special Program has concluded, which means some fresh news about the game’s upcoming major update. Version 4.1, unveiled today as Unraveled for Daybreak, is the action RPG’s next moment, kicking off on March 25. Read more

Title: Stupid Never Dies, a blazing fast action game from devs behind Devil May Cry and Resident Evil, is funky, spunky and even “slightly spooky” Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 13:58:19 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/stupid-never-dies-trailer-preview Stupid Never Dies, a new “Blazing Fast” action game from long-time Capcom programmer and producer, Hiroyuki Kobayashi, has dropped its first full trailer, showing off high-octane combo-busting combat and introducing prospective players to its storyline. Read more

Title: Battlefield 6 is getting a free trial next week with a decent selection of maps and modes Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:23:20 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/battlefield-6-free-trial-march-2026-maps-modes-dates Battlefield Studios has announced that Battlefield 6 is going free to play for one week next week. Well, a portion of the game is, anyway, as part of a free trial that will include some of the game’s most popular modes and maps. Read more

Title: Crimson Desert PC specs don't keep resolution and framerate targets a secret, and they don't use upscaling for everything either Date: Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:47:41 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/crimson-desert-pc-mac-console-specs-settings-presets Crimson Desert is a little over one week away from release, and developer Pearl Abyss has delivered the official, final list of specs for the game. The twist is that the specs not only include useful information for PC players, they also cover similarly relevant details for console players, who traditionally don’t get mentioned in those reveals. Read more

Title: The Sims 4 patch makes it so your public lot gatherings won't be interrupted by rogue Sims Date: Wed, 11 Mar 2026 09:47:34 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/the-sims-4-march-2026-patch-sims-flirting-conversations The Sims 4 will soon get a new update to resolve a number of issues, some of which have long caused headaches for players. The latest update will arrive March 17 on PC and Mac, followed by PlayStation and Xbox at an unspecified time later. Read more

Title: FBI Launches Investigation Into Games Removed From Steam Over Malware Concerns Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:36:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/fbi-launches-investigation-into-games-removed-from-steam-over-malware-concerns/1100-6538786/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f Although only a small percentage of games on Steam appear to have been designed to spread malware, it's enough that the Federal Bureau of Investigation is now looking into it. The FBI's Seattle Division has announced that it's attempting to identify players who were victimized by fake games on Steam that secretly infected their computers.According to the bulletin on the FBI's official site (via Polygon), the following games have been identified for spreading malware on Steam: BlockBlasters, Chemia, Dashverse / DashFPS, Lampy, Lunara, PirateFi, and Tokenova. The FBI describes the target of its investigation as a "threat actor," which may imply that these infected games came from the same suspect or suspects.Players who downloaded any of these games between May 2024 and January 2026 have been asked to fill out a form on the FBI's site. The message also promises that information provided by potential victims will be kept confidential.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: Fortnite's Next Gaming Crossover Is Super Meat Boy Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:03:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/fortnites-next-gaming-crossover-is-super-meat-boy/1100-6538784/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f It looks like Super Meat Boy is coming to Fortnite soon, though we don't yet really know what that means, exactly. The announcement came via the Epic Games Store Twitter account, which posted three uncooked meat emojis alongside a picture of the Super Meat Boy 3D key art with the Fortnite logo added.🥩🥩🥩 pic.twitter.com/Quz82cz89O — Epic Games Store (@EpicGames) March 13, 2026 Since the announcement came from the EGS Twitter rather than Fortnite's own, that likely means this collaboration is part of Epic's new initiative to encourage sales on its storefront by bundling Fortnite cosmetics with purchases. In this case, the collab is with the upcoming Super Meat Boy 3D, which is scheduled for release in 2026 but doesn't have a release date yet.The question here, then, is about what kind of Fortnite cosmetics this collab might include--since Super Meat Boy is a cube of meat, some adjustments would be required to make him a skin. It would be easier to make him a sidekick, like SpongeBob, or a back bling, like Isaac from The Binding of Isaac.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: Fighting Game Pro Detained By ICE Has Been Released On Bond Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 09:51:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/fighting-game-pro-detained-by-ice-has-been-released-on-bond/1100-6538785/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f Weeks after his detainment by the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency (ICE), fighting game community member Ludovic Mbock is going home after being granted a low bond at a hearing.According to Mbock's friends and family in a GoFundMe update post, around 20 people were in the courtroom at the hearing, with over 20 other people showing support online. "The judge was clearly moved," the post read. "Everything he said was in favor of Ludovic." Per Aftermath, Mbock was moved to facilities in Louisiana and then Georgia during his detention.Friends and peers quickly took to social media to celebrate, with one post from fighting game community member Fem!Shep noting that Mbock's team is "optimistic" about a forthcoming hearing set for May.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: The Best Way To Watch Fallout On Prime Is Getting More Expensive Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 09:33:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/the-best-way-to-watch-fallout-on-prime-is-getting-more-expensive/1100-6538781/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f Prime Video has announced a price increase for the subscription service, and it means the best way to watch Fallout--or anything else on the service--will soon be more expensive.What we're talking about here is the ad-free version of Prime Video. Currently, it costs $3/month extra to watch content without ads. Starting April 10, however, the fee is going up to $5/month extra, and the tier is being re-branded as "Prime Video Ultra" (via The Hollywood Reporter).Prime Video Ultra includes access to 4K/UHD streaming--and paying the $5/month extra is the only way to get this. Additionally, Prime Video Ultra supports up to five concurrent streams, which is up from three. Subscribers can also download up to 100 titles at once, up from 25.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: New K-Pop Demon Hunters, Marvel, DC, And Star Wars Hot Toys Figures Are Up For Preorder Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 09:24:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/gallery/sideshow-collectibles-figure-preorders/2900-7544/ We're living in a golden age of collectible figures right now, thanks to the rise of high-end sixth-scale figures that look incredibly realistic. Whether you're looking to build your very own Marvel Cinematic Universe or you want to celebrate a pop-culture icon, there's likely a figure out there just waiting to be added to your shelf. Sideshow Collectibles has become one of the go-to online stores for assembling sixth-scale figures--and many other types of collectibles--with Hot Toys being one of the more popular brands featured.The Hong Kong-based toy manufacturer regularly releases new sixth-scale figures, and it holds licenses for Marvel, DC, and a slew of other IP, including breakout hits like K-Pop Demon Hunters. If you're looking to get one of these collectibles, we've rounded up several of the best figures currently available to preorder. One thing to note here is that Hot Toys has a long lead time for new releases, typically from 1-2 years, but the silver lining is that it makes buying one of these admittedly pricy collectibles easier on your budget.Sideshow Collectibles offers a pretty great payment plan, so you can pay off most of your purchase over several months, and you'll earn rewards points once the figure is in your hands. Some of our top recommendations here include the Iron Man figures, as these combine attention-grabbing mechanical details and light-up features with realistic headsculpts of actor Robert Downey Jr. Prefer the DC Universe? Then you'll want to check out upcoming preorders like the beastly Absolute Batman or the trimmer vigilante seen in 2013's Batman: Arkham Origins.Movie fans are also well-catered, as Hot Toys is bringing out figures based on the terrifying 'Big Chap" Xenomorph from the first Alien movie, a Revenge of the Sith-era Darth Vader who is fresh off the operating table, and John Wick is thinking he's back--as a sixth-scale figure. Check out the list below for even more of our favorite figure preorders available at Sideshow Collectibles. K-Pop Demon Hunters$260 - $280 | Releases January - June 2027All three members of Huntrix are getting reimagined as highly detailed figures, and these K-Pop Demon Hunters come armed with everything they need to take on the forces of darkness and put on a successful concert. See at Sideshow The Matrix Reloaded: Neo$270 | January - June 2027Hot Toys has previously released Neo figures based on his first and recent appearances in The Matrix franchise, but at long last, we get to see The One at the height of his power. This new version of Neo is pulled directly from the Chateau fight scene from The Matrix Reloaded, and if you remember that battle against the Merovingian’s henchmen, then you'll recall that Neo flexed his weapon skills against the deadly programs. Appropriately, this figure comes with an arsenal of medieval weapons, a chateau backdrop, and even a pole weapon in case you want to 3D print several hundred Agent Smith figures for an ambitious Matrix diorama. See at Sideshow The Silver Surfer$255 | January - July 2025A figure that you'll definitely want to handle with care--and a pair of gloves--the Silver Surfer looks like he just flew straight out of the classic comic books that first introduced him to the world. The figure features a newly developed head sculpt and a newly developed body finished in a glossy silver-colored electroplated design, and to keep him on his cosmic surfboard, magnets in the accessory and the Surfer's feet will help him stay firmly planted. You can also create a dynamic scene with a pair of translucent purple effect hands and Thor's hammer, Mjolnir. See at Sideshow The Dark Knight Returns: Battle-Damaged Batman$285 | January - June 2027This isn't the first Dark Knight Returns Batman that Hot Toys has produced, but this version features something that the original didn't: a detailed headsculpt of an older and more determined Bruce Wayne. The costume has also been updated to the lighter blue outfit seen in later issues, and it's full of rips, tears, and blood from what must have been a brutal battle. See at Sideshow The Dark Knight Returns Superman$275 | January - June 2027You can also turn your TDKR Batman display into an impromptu pairing of the World's Finest with this Superman figure. The spitting image of the Last Son of Krypton as he appeared in the mini-series, Superman sports an impossibly muscular body, comes with several alternate headsculpts, and accessories that can be used to recreate scenes from the comics. See at Sideshow Pelegostos Chief Jack Sparrow$300 | July - December 2026Based on his appearance In Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest, Captain Jack Sparrow has been recreated as the living god of a local tribe. The figure builds on previous Jack Sparrow figures with an uncanny likeness of actor Johnny Depp, and it comes with interchangeable hands to recreate Jack’s expressive gestures, along with a finely tailored costume that reflects his time with the tribe. See at Sideshow Knightfall Batman (Batman: Arkham Origins)$280 | July - December 2026Like the Batman games before it, Batman: Arkham Origins put a cool spin on several iconic outfits that the Caped Crusader has worn over the decades. One of the coolest was this fresh take on the battle-suit donned by Batman's replacement during the Knightfall saga, and this figure captures the menacing intensity of it perfectly. There's a masked headsculpt with LED light-up function on the eyes, armor painted in bold gold and blue tones, LED-lighted gauntlets, and a wire-embedded cape to complete the look. Mr. Freeze (Batman & Robin)$385 | March - June 2026And now for a figure that looks very ice, you can pick up this Mister Freeze collectible soon. Based on his appearance in Batman & Robin, Mr. Freeze is decked out in his flashy armor, and the metallic sections have been enhanced with translucent and iridescent color parts, LED lights, and the unmistakable face of actor Arnold Schwarzenegger. The Deluxe Version also includes an exclusive set of glider wings with a metallic finish and a frozen environment-themed diorama figure base. See at Sideshow One Piece: Chopper$270 | June - December 2026There's no denying that Chopper is the adorable mascot of One Piece, and you can add the plucky doctor to your collection with this hyper-realistic replica. Standing 48.5cm, the figure features a newly developed head and a specialized soft body covered in brown plush fabric. Magnetically interchangeable mouths, six pieces of interchangeable cloven hoof hands covered in flocked fabric, and an internal armature complete this impressive replica. See at Sideshow Daredevil: Born Again$280 | Releases April - September 2026With the second season of Daredevil: Born Again out soon, now is a great time to pick up this new version of the man without fear in his updated costume. See at Sideshow Predator: Badlands - Njohrr$370 | Releases January - June 2027While he won't be winning any father of the year contests, Dek's dad Njohrr is still an intimidating Predator to have on your shelf. See at Sideshow Predator: Badlands - Dek and Thia$405 | Releases January - June 2027Speaking of Predator Badlands, you can also add Dek and Thia to the collection. Unfortunately, Thia's legs are nowhere to be found. See at Sideshow Indiana Jones: Temple of Doom version$360 | Releases January - June 2027Kali-Ma! This version of Indy is based on the whip-wielding archeologist seen in the creepiest film in the series, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom. See at Sideshow Terminator 2: Judgment Day Battle-Damaged Endoskeleton$400 | Releases July - December 2026Very shiny and very chrome, this T-800 Endoskeleton looks ready to crush the human resistance once and for all. See at Sideshow Iron Man Mark XLIII$450 | Releases January - June 2027This isn't the first time that Hot Toys has developed a Mark 43 Iron Man, but this 2.0 edition features several major upgrades when compared to the original. See at Sideshow Batman: Arkham Origins$300 | Releases January - June 2027After dipping its toes into the Arkham Origins universe with an XE Suit Batman a few years ago, Hot Toys is finally ready to unleash a Dark Knight dressed in his signature batsuit from his early days as a Gotham vigilante. See at Sideshow Alien: Big Chap Xenomorph$315 | Releases July - December 2026With the Alien franchise turning 50 soon, what better way to celebrate than by grabbing the Big Chap himself? This figure is also a 2.0 update, and it's bigger, creepier, and more detailed than the original. See at Sideshow Suicide Squad: Harley Quinn$315 | Releases July - December 2026Yet another 2.0 release, Hot Toys is addressing one of the biggest criticisms of the original Harley Quinn from Suicide Squad by giving her a completely redesigned headsculpt and an even more accurate wardrobe. See at Sideshow RoboCop$300 | Releases July - December 2026Following the release of the RoboCop 3 figure a few years back, Hot Toys is going back to RoboCop 2 for this new figure. It sports an iridescent metallic finish, a new headsculpt, and even some neat battle damage parts. See at Sideshow Darth Vader$495 | Releases April - September 2026While Hot Toys has released many Darth Vader figures over the years, this Revenge of the Sith-era collectible will likely be popular as it's based on a version of the Sith Lord who has just endured a painful lesson in always having the high ground. See at Sideshow Absolute Batman$385 | Releases October 2026 - March 2027In a universe where superheroes are always the underdogs, Absolute Batman imagines the Caped Crusader as a blue-collar engineer who doesn't have access to limitless funds and technologies. Instead, you've got a beefy Batman who uses every tool at his disposal to fight crime. See at Sideshow Predator 2.0$300 | Releases April - September 2026Another Predator for the collection, this 2.0 release is larger than the original, and it comes with new accessories. Best keep it away from any Arnold Schwarzenegger figures in your collection. See at Sideshow Iron Man Mark III Suit-Up version$465 | Releases July - December 2026This new version of the Mark 3 Iron Man suit gives you a closer look at the internals of Tony Stark's greatest invention, as the armor can be expanded to create a "suit-up" scene straight from the original 2008 film. See at Sideshow John Wick$285 | Releases July - December 2026Based on his first movie appearance, John Wick comes equipped with swap-out hands, an arsenal of weapons, and two dapper fashion choices. See at Sideshow The Last of Us: Joel Miller$285 | Releases July - December 2026Inspired by Pedro Pascal's incarnation of the character, this Joel Miller replica features distressed clothing and a backpack of accessories to keep him safe in a post-apocalyptic world. See at Sideshow Red Hulk$390 | Releases February - June 2026You're going to need a lot of space on your shelf, because this Red Hulk figure will dwarf everything in your collection. See at Sideshow Jar Jar Binks$285| Releases April - September 2026Sure, he's a goofball, but with an incredibly screen-accurate figure, this Hot Toys take on Jar Jar Binks is sure to make you smile whenever you see that silly face. See at Sideshow Thunderbolts: Yelena Bolova$270 | Releases April - September 2026We are the Thunderbolts! While it looks like only Yelena is getting a sixth-scale figure for now, there's no harm in adding her to your collection in case Hot Toys decides to work on getting the rest of the team together. See at Sideshow

Title: FFXIV 7.5 release date, reveals Beastmaster job Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:55:36 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/ffxiv-7-5-release-date-live-letter-beastmaster-dye-armoire-updates/ The FFXIV 7.5 Live Letter showcased all the usual things that come with a new patch, like dungeons, more Hildebrand, and a new scenario quest. But there were some pretty big announcements buried in the stream's latter half, including a first look at the upcoming Beastmaster limited class and some long-needed overhauls to inventory systems.

Title: Arc Raiders dev Embark Studios re-recorded lines after AI voice controversy Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:48:31 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/arc-raiders-fewer-ai-voices-now/ When Arc Raiders launched last fall, it received plenty of praise. It was also dragged somewhat for its use of gen-AI voices, much like in The Finals, the previous game from developer Embark Studios. In a new interview with GameIndustry.biz, studio head Patrick Söderlund disclosed that Arc Raiders has fewer AI voice lines now while also describing AI as a "production tool" in development.

Title: How I turned D&D’s Death House into a Doctor Who-style time loop Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:00:17 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/dnd-curse-of-strahd-10th-anniversary-death-house-doctor-who-heaven-sent/ A few months after my Dungeons & Dragons players wrapped up Waterdeep: Dragon Heist, I set them on a new homebrew adventure outside the city limits for an arc I casually dubbed Uncharted. Far to the east, a massive column of green light burst into the sky, plunging the continent of Uta into an endless night full of deep fog. The “Anomaly” of light transformed Uta into a Domain of Dread from Ravenloft — but don’t tell my players that. Many of the maps, mechanics, etc. they’ve encountered in this arc were adapted from Curse of Strahd and Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft.

Title: Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Chaos Rising release date set Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:28:24 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/pokemon-tcg-mega-evolution-chaos-rising-mega-greninja-ex/ The Pokémon Trading Card Game’s Mega Evolution era continues this spring with a new expansion called Chaos Rising. On Thursday, The Pokémon Company confirmed its worldwide release for May 22, with prerelease tournaments scheduled for May 9 through May 17. The set will also launch in Pokémon TCG Live on May 21.

Title: What it’s like to play your first competitive Magic: The Gathering tournament Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:00:16 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/magic-the-gathering-mtg-competitive-tournament-matters/ Limited (which includes Draft and Sealed) is my favorite Magic format. In it, you open a specified number of packs from a set and then construct a deck based on the cards you pull. I enjoy the variety, since every new set brings a completely different meta and pool of cards. It's also less financially burdensome compared to Modern since you don't have to spend time and money building a deck ahead of time. Every Limited match feels unique, and it’s a challenging format that requires a varied set of skills. Luckily, I’m part of a thriving Limited community in my city, so together with a few of my friends, we decided to try and qualify for the 2027 Limited Championship by attending the dedicated Limited Championship Qualifier events this year. Our first stop was the Regional Championship in Turin on March 8, part of the Ultimate Guard European Magic Series.

Title: GeForce NOW Raises the Game at the Game Developers Conference Date: Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:00:53 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-gdc-2026/ GeForce NOW is bringing the game to the Game Developers Conference (GDC), running this week in San Francisco. While developers build the future of gaming, GeForce NOW is delivering it to gamers. The latest updates bring smoother performance, easier game discovery and a fresh lineup of blockbuster titles to the cloud. Game discoverability gets a boost with new in‑app labels for connected accounts for Xbox Game Pass and Ubisoft+. It’ll be easier than ever to see titles already available through linked subscriptions, so members can seamlessly jump into games they already own. Virtual reality gets a smooth upgrade — supported devices now stream at 90 frames per second (fps), up from 60 fps, delivering more responsive and immersive virtual reality (VR) experiences. Account linking is also leveling up. Following Gaijin single sign-on announced at CES in January, GOG account linking and game library syncing are coming soon. The GeForce NOW library continues to grow with new releases joining the cloud at launch: CONTROL Resonant and Samson: A Tyndalston Story. Plus, select Xbox titles will join the Install-to-Play library. In addition, there’s a lineup of five new games to catch this week, including Capcom’s Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, on top of the latest update for Fortnite. Gaming Is Buzzing GeForce NOW is rolling into GDC with an easier way to keep track of titles, as well as performance upgrades and a growing lineup of major titles ready to stream at launch. Keeping track of which game lives on which service can be tricky. In‑App labels — coming soon to GeForce NOW for connected subscriptions — will help make it simple for members to know exactly what games they can play on GeForce NOW. Once a member connects their Xbox Game Pass Account or Ubisoft+ account, clear labels will appear directly on the game art inside the GeForce NOW app — eliminating guesswork and making it easy to see exactly what’s available to play from their game subscription services. Set it and forget it. Account linking is expanding too. On top of Gaijin single sign-on, GeForce NOW is adding GOG account linking and game library syncing in the coming months.               Smooth moves. Virtual reality is also getting an upgrade. Starting Thursday, March 19, VR devices that GeForce NOW supports, including Apple Vision Pro, Meta Quest and Pico devices, will stream at 90 fps for Ultimate members, an increase from 60 fps. The higher frame rate enhances smoothness, responsiveness and realism across every session — whether gamers are chasing enemies through neon-lit streets or exploring far‑flung alien worlds. GeForce NOW’s Install‑to‑Play library is also expanding with select Xbox titles, including Brutal Legend from Double Fine Productions and Contrast from Compulsion Games. These additions bring more flexibility for members to download and install their owned games alongside streaming favorites. That’s just the start. Highly anticipated games are headed to the cloud at launch: Bending reality. CONTROL Resonant — Remedy’s upcoming action‑adventure role-playing game (RPG) that blends supernatural powers with a warped Manhattan facing a reality-bending cosmic threat. Unravel a family story steeped in myths. Samson: A Tyndalston Story — the game from Liquid Swords is a gritty action brawler, set in the city of Tyndalston, launching on PC. Free to Save the World Chaos in the cloud. Fortnite’s original adventure is back in the spotlight — and soon, it’ll free to play. Fortnite first launched in 2017 as a story-driven co‑op experience, and on Thursday, April 16, the “Save the World” update will officially be free to play for all players. Pre-registration begins on Thursday, March 12. Join forces against hordes of husks, solo or with the squad, in a player vs. environment action-packed story, complete with gathering, crafting and collecting. Pick a favored playstyle with four distinct classes to choose from, over 150 heroes and weapons to upgrade, and loadout customization options to hone builds even further. With hundreds of updates since its original launch and over 100 hours of content, squads can build, grind gear and engineer elaborate homebase defenses to keep the Storm King at bay. “Save the World” isn’t available on mobile devices, including tablets. On GeForce NOW, Fortnite “Save the World” streams straight from the cloud — no waiting around for updates or patches. Low‑latency streaming keeps building, shooting and trap placement feeling snappy across supported devices. Stay in the action with GeForce NOW. Gear Up for Glory The cloud makes it easy to suit up in style. From chaotic infantry clashes to roaring jet dogfights, every match is an unpredictable explosion of strategy and mayhem in EA’s Battlefield 6.  This week, GeForce NOW Ultimate members can drop into the action with serious style — a new reward, the Advancing Gloom Soldier Skin, gives soldiers a sleek, battle-hardened look fit for the frontlines. Members can claim it in their GeForce NOW account portals, redeem it at EA.com/redeem, then show up ready in true Ultimate fashion. It’s available through Sunday, April 12, or while supplies last. Being a GeForce NOW member pays off. Whether streaming on the go or maxing out graphics in the cloud, members get exclusive rewards to keep and flaunt. Start the Games Twin monsters, one cloud. Twin Rathalos, born in a twist of fate, set the stage for the third entry in the Monster Hunter Stories RPG series, launching on GeForce NOW. Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is an RPG series set in the Monster Hunter world, where players can become a Rider, and raise and bond with their favorite monsters. Play it instantly on GeForce NOW and take the adventure anywhere, on any device. In addition, members can look for the following: Warcraft I: Remastered (New release on Ubisoft, March 11) Warcraft II: Remastered (New release on Ubisoft, March 11) 1348 Ex Voto (New release on Steam, March 12, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando (New release on Steam, March 12, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection (New release on Steam, March 12, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) This week’s additional GeForce RTX 5080-ready game, on top of the addition of John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando, 1348 Ex Voto and Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection: Greedfall: The Dying World 1.0 (Steam, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below.

Title: NVIDIA Virtualizes Game Development With RTX PRO Server Date: Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:30:07 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/gdc-2026-virtual-game-development/ Game development teams are working across larger worlds, more complex pipelines and more distributed teams than ever. At the same time, many studios still rely on fixed, desk-bound GPU hardware for critical production work. At the Game Developers Conference (GDC) this week in San Francisco, NVIDIA is showcasing a new approach to bring together disparate workflows using virtualized game development on NVIDIA RTX PRO Servers, powered by NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition GPUs and NVIDIA vGPU software. With the RTX PRO Server, studios can centralize and virtualize core workflows across creative, engineering, AI research and quality assurance (QA) — all on shared GPU infrastructure in the data center.  This enables teams to maintain the responsiveness and visual fidelity they expect from workstation-class systems while improving infrastructure utilization, scalability, data security and operational consistency across teams and locations. Simplifying Complex Workflows As game development studios scale, hardware can often sit underutilized in one location while other teams wait to access it for production work. QA capacity is hard to expand quickly. Over time, workstation hardware, drivers and tools diverge, making bugs harder to reproduce. AI workloads are often isolated on separate infrastructure, creating more operational overhead.  The NVIDIA RTX PRO Server helps studios move from workstation-by-workstation scaling to centralized GPU infrastructure. Studios can pool resources, allocate performance by workload and support parallel development, testing and AI workflows without expanding physical workstation sprawl. Centralized GPU infrastructure enables studios to run AI training, simulation and game automation workloads overnight, then dynamically reallocate the same resources to interactive development during the day, improving overall utilization and reducing idle capacity. The NVIDIA RTX PRO Server supports virtualized workflows for 3D graphics and AI across the game development lifecycle for: Artists: Providing virtual RTX workstations for traditional 3D and generative AI content-creation workflows. Developers: Powering consistent, high-performance engineering environments for coding and 3D development. AI researchers: Offering large-memory GPU profiles for fine-tuning, inference and AI agents. QA teams: Enabling scalable game validation and performance testing using the same NVIDIA Blackwell architecture used by GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs. This allows studios to support multiple teams — including across sites and contractors — on one common GPU platform, improving collaboration and reducing debugging issues that can arise from disparate hardware. Supporting AI and Engineering on Shared Infrastructure AI is becoming a core part of everyday game development, spanning coding, content creation, testing and live operations. As these workflows expand, studios need infrastructure that can support AI alongside traditional graphics workloads without introducing separate, siloed systems. With the RTX PRO Server, studios can support coding agents, internal model experimentation and AI-assisted production workflows without spinning up a separate AI stack for every team. The NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition GPU features a massive 96GB memory buffer, enabling developers to run multiple demanding applications simultaneously while supporting AI inference on larger models directly alongside real-time graphics workflows. NVIDIA Multi-Instance GPU (MIG) technology partitions a single GPU into isolated instances with dedicated memory, compute and cache resources. Combined with NVIDIA vGPU software, MIG can help studios securely allocate GPU capacity across users and workloads. In combined MIG and vGPU configurations, a single RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition GPU can support up to 48 concurrent users, maximizing utilization while maintaining performance isolation. Enterprise-Ready Deployment for Game Studios NVIDIA RTX PRO Servers are designed for enterprise-grade data-center operations. Studios can deploy virtual workstations on RTX PRO Servers via NVIDIA vGPU on supported hypervisor and remote workstation platforms. That means RTX PRO Servers can fit into studios’ existing infrastructure and IT practices, rather than requiring one-off deployments. Major game publishers already use NVIDIA vGPU technology to scale centralized development infrastructure and improve efficiency at studio scale. ​Learn more about the NVIDIA RTX PRO Server. See these workflows live by joining NVIDIA’s booth 1426 at GDC or attending NVIDIA GTC, running March 16-19 in San Jose, California.  See notice regarding software product information.

Title: March Into the Cloud With 15 New Games Coming to GeForce NOW Date: Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:00:30 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-march-2026-games-list/ March is in full bloom, and that means a fresh wave of games heading to the cloud. 15 new titles are joining the GeForce NOW library this month. Leading the March lineup is Pearl Abyss’ Crimson Desert, an open‑world action‑adventure set in a war‑torn fantasy land, alongside plenty of other games to explore. Whether looking to shake off the winter blues or jump into some bracket‑worthy gaming action, there’s something for everyone in the cloud. March into the cloud and see what’s new — and keep an eye on GFN Thursdays all month for more updates. This week kicks off the month with eight new games. March Gaming Madness In LORT we trust. LORT dials chaos up to 11 and snaps the knob clean off. Big Distraction’s off‑the‑rails adventure hurls players into a world where every corner hides a bad idea waiting to become a great story, powered by wild weapons, weirder characters and “Did that just happen?” moments. Catch every glorious disaster in full fidelity and play it on GeForce NOW, available this week. Here’s are this week’s eight new additions: Kingdom Come: Deliverance II (New release on Xbox, available on Game Pass, March 3, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered (New release on Steam, available March 3) Esoteric Ebb (New release on Steam, available March 3) The Legend of Khiimori (New release on Steam, available March 3, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Slay the Spire 2 (New release on Steam, available March 5) Docked (New release on Steam, available March 5) Death Stranding Director’s Cut (Steam, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) LORT (Steam) And look forward to the games coming throughout the rest of the month: John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando (New release on Steam, March 12, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Everwind (New release on Steam, March 17) Crimson Desert (New release on Steam, March 19) Screamer (New release on Steam, March 23) Nova Roma (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass, March 26) Legacy of Kain: Ascendance (New release on Steam, March 31) Subliminal (New release on Steam, March 31) February in the Books In addition to the 24 games announced last month, 18 more joined the GeForce NOW library: Anno: Mutationem (Xbox, available on Game Pass) Blizzard Arcade Collection (Ubisoft Connect) Capcom Beat ‘Em Up Bundle (Steam) Capcom Fighting Collection (Steam) Diablo (Ubisoft Connect) Diablo + Hellfire Expansion  (Ubisoft Connect) Diablo II: Resurrected (Ubisoft Connect) Galactic Civilizations 3 (Xbox, available on the Microsoft Store) KILLER INN (Steam) Mega Man 11 (Steam) MotoGP22 (Xbox, available on the Microsoft Store) Spellcasters Chronicles (Steam, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) STALCRAFT: X (Epic Games Store) Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection (Steam) Torment: Tides of Numenera (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass) TCG Card Shop Simulator (Xbox, available on Game Pass) Trine Enchanted Edition (Epic Games Store) Trine 2: Complete Story (Epic Games Store) What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below, then see what Blue Thunder Gaming thinks of GeForce NOW.  

Title: The Nightmare Returns in the Cloud: GeForce NOW Unleashes Capcom’s ‘Resident Evil Requiem’ Date: Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:00:48 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-resident-evil-requiem/ GeForce NOW’s anniversary celebration reaches a chilling crescendo as Capcom’s Resident Evil Requiem creeps into the cloud — and the horrors look better than ever on a GeForce NOW Ultimate membership. To mark the occasion, a special launch bundle rises from the shadows, pairing the game with a yearlong Ultimate membership for a limited time. It’s not a celebration party without treats. GeForce NOW is also offering members a new reward to use in Delta Force. Suit up and grab it alongside 11 new games joining the cloud this week. The Nightmare Returns in the Cloud A new era of survival horror arrives with Resident Evil Requiem, the latest and most immersive entry yet in the iconic Resident Evil series. Experience terrifying survival horror with FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft and dive into pulse-pounding action with legendary agent Leon S. Kennedy. Their journeys and unique gameplay styles intertwine into a heart-stopping, emotional experience that will chill gamers to their core. Requiem for the dead. Nightmare for the living. With GeForce RTX 5080-class power in the cloud, experience Requiem with lifelike lighting, full path tracing, ray‑traced reflections and cinematic realism at up to 5K resolution with high dynamic range, plus NVIDIA DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation for maximum performance. The Ultimate membership keeps every encounter smooth and immersive when streaming from powerful GPUs in the cloud. To celebrate GeForce NOW’s sixth anniversary, a special launch offer emerges from the fog: For a limited time, Resident Evil Requiem is included with the purchase of a 12‑month Ultimate membership. It’s the perfect way to return to the city of disaster and despair, now more haunting and beautiful than ever. Priority Package GeForce NOW marks six epic years in the cloud, and the party lands on the Delta Force frontline with a new reward drop. What a drop. Being a GeForce NOW member is rewarding. All members can get an edge in the Delta Force extraction and warfare game modes with a reward bundle packed with standard gear tickets, premium weapon XP tokens and armament vouchers to fine-tune loadouts and push every op further. Performance and Ultimate members gain even more battlefield muscle with an early unlock of the PP‑19 Bizon, a weapon that brings close-quarters stopping power to every mission. This special sixth-anniversary reward is available through Thursday, March 26, while supplies last. Redeem now and deploy. Ready, Set, Stream This week, members can look for the following: TCG Card Shop Simulator (New release on Xbox, available on Game Pass, Feb. 24) Blizzard Arcade Collection (New release on Ubisoft Connect, Feb. 25) Diablo II: Resurrected (New release on Ubisoft Connect, Feb. 25) Spellcasters Chronicles (New release on Steam, Feb. 26, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Resident Evil Requiem (New release on Steam, Feb. 27, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Anno: Mutationem (Xbox, available on Game Pass) ARC Raiders (Xbox, available on the Microsoft Store, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) DEVOUR (Steam) Galactic Civilizations 3 (Xbox, available on the Microsoft Store) MotoGP22 (Xbox, available on the Microsoft Store) Torque Drift 2 (Steam) What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below. What's your bragging rights? Share the latest achievement you got in a game. — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) February 23, 2026

Title: All About the Games: Play Over 4,500 Titles With GeForce NOW Date: Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:00:35 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-battlefield-season-2/ The GeForce NOW anniversary celebration keeps on rolling, and this week is all about the games that make it possible. With more than 4,500 titles supported in the cloud — plus 12 new games this week — there’s always something new to stream, share and discover. The #6YearsofGFN fun continues with a community giveaway hosted on the GeForce NOW Reddit. Share in-game screenshots and memes to celebrate the anniversary for a chance to win prizes such as an Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K, a Thrustmaster HOTAS ONE flight stick and more  — through Friday, Feb. 20. Gamers can also join the GeForce NOW community Discord to join in on more celebrations and events. A Library Built for Every PC Gamer GeForce NOW features an ever-growing library of over 4,500 titles that are ready to stream in seconds. From cozy indies and competitive shooters to sprawling role-playing games and strategy epics, the collection has something for everyone. The GeForce NOW library spans popular stores like Steam, Xbox — including supported PC Game Pass titles — Epic Games Store, Ubisoft Connect and GOG.com, bringing together free-to-play hits and paid blockbusters in one place. Install-to-Play further expands access by letting members install Steam games opted in for cloud gaming, doubling the number of titles that can be launched through the service. The GeForce NOW app has curated rows that highlight new releases, RTX-enhanced titles or popular free-to-play picks, while tags make deals and downloadable content easier to spot. Smart library syncing connects supported games directly into the cloud catalog, enabling instant access without downloads or hardware worries. Ultimate members get priority entry with powerful servers to jump into the action even faster. Fight the Fog of War Every move matters. Battlefield 6 erupts into its second season, “Extreme Measures,” taking the fight to contaminated terrain and distorted frontlines. A massive new map, fresh arsenal and agile air support redefine large-scale warfare — pushing squads to adapt and survive across shifting contamination zones and fog-laced choke points. Drop into “Contaminated,” a sprawling German mountainside airbase where the psychoactive VL‑7 smoke twists visibility, strategy and players’ senses. Mask up and press through as helicopters sweep low over objectives for high-risk insertions and surgical strikes. Dynamic cover and ever‑evolving hazards keep combat unpredictable, turning every push into a brutal test of precision and squad grit. On GeForce NOW, the battle starts instantly — no waiting for patches or worrying about download space. Jump straight into the latest content, fully loaded and always in sync, for nonstop action anywhere. Game On! Heist now, sneak later. Styx: Blades of Greed from publisher Nacon lands with a sharp tongue and an even sharper blade. Styx is back to doing what he does best: slipping through shadows, looting anything that isn’t nailed down and talking trash the whole way through. Tight stealth, devious tools and a world powered by precious Quartz make every heist feel like a risky, rewarding score — perfect for anyone who prefers a dagger in the dark over a sword in the spotlight. In addition, members can look for the following: Norse: Oath of Blood (New release on Steam, Feb. 17) Diablo (New release on Ubisoft Connect, Feb. 18) Diablo + Hellfire Expansion  (New release on Ubisoft Connect, Feb. 18) Star Trek: Voyager – Across the Unknown (New release on Steam, Feb. 18, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) STALCRAFT: X (New release on Epic Games Store, Free Feb. 19) Styx: Blades of Greed (New release on Steam, Feb. 19, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Ys X: Proud Nordics (New release on Steam, Feb. 20) KILLER INN (Steam) Trine Enchanted Edition (Epic Games Store) Trine 2: Complete Story (Epic Games Store) Trine 3: The Artifacts of Power (Steam and Epic Games Store) Trine 4: The Nightmare Prince (Epic Games Store) What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below. Happy 6th Anniversary to @NVIDIAGFN As an official NVIDIA GeForce NOW Ambassador, I’m hosting the @DeadbyDaylight block during their Anniversary Game Night + Giveaway. February 19 Event starts @ 10AM PST Dead by Daylight hosted by me at @ 1PM PST Massive prizes.… pic.twitter.com/TFtHvFWAZk — EloraBliss (@EloraBliss) February 18, 2026

Title: Official PlayStation Podcast Episode 536: Legendary Cooperation Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:54:37 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/03/13/official-playstation-podcast-episode-536-legendary-cooperation/ Email us at PSPodcast@sony.com! Subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or download here Hey, everybody! Tim and I are back this week to talk about the games they are playing, a busy news week, and some big contenders that are releasing soon. This week also features an interview with Darren Bridges, Lead Designer, Sucker Punch, for Ghost of Yōtei Legends. Stuff We Talked About Next week’s release highlights: The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin | PS5 MLB The Show 26 | PS5  Crimson Desert | PS5  Death Stranding 2 | PC Big Walk hands-on report blog — Explore a puzzle-filled open world in this upcoming multiplayer game, where any moment with friends becomes an adventure. Experience the chaos and cooperation as you journey together. Helldivers 2 new Warbond —  Suit up for the Entrenched Division Premium Warbond, arriving March 17 and featuring new weapons, armors, emotes, and rewards to enhance your missions. Tomb Raider I-III Remastered New Challenge Mode — Dive into a free update today introducing Challenge Mode, a variety of new outfits, and a collection of fresh Trophies to earn as you explore iconic adventures anew. Little Nightmares: Altered Echoes coming to PS VR2 — Step into a new dimension in the Little Nightmares universe on April 24. Connect the story between Little Nightmares 1 and 2 as you uncover secrets in a haunting VR adventure. Seven Deadly Sins deep dive — Discover how haptic feedback and PS5 features elevate the anime-inspired world of Britannia when you enter on March 16, bringing the vibrant story and action to life. MLB The Show 26 Early Access — Digital Deluxe Edition players can take the mound early, ahead of the March 17 launch. Enjoy the World Baseball Classic and new Diamond Dynasty updates before the rest. The Cast View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Tim Turi – Content Communications Manager, SIE View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image O’Dell Harmon Jr. – Content Communications Specialist, SIE Thanks to Dormilón for our rad theme song and show music. [Editor’s note: PSN game release dates are subject to change without notice. Game details are gathered from press releases from their individual publishers and/or ESRB rating descriptions.]

Title: Share of the Week: Prize Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:00:13 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/03/13/share-of-the-week-prize/ Last week, we asked you to share some hard-earned loot or gaming prizes using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here are this week’s highlights: BBSnakeCorn shares Snake receiving the Patriot in Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater. SheikhSadi80 shares Sam finding a collection of drinks in Death Stranding. RhodWulfLeon shares Kratos opening a chest in God of War Ragnarök. Georgie_1986_ shares Snake recovering a silly monkey in Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater. SeeJoshsPhotos shares Aloy and the spoils of her hunt in Horizon Zero Dawn. Call_me_xavii shares François special rock from Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Search #PSshare #PSBlog on Twitter or Instagram to see more entries to this week’s theme, or be inspired by other great games featuring Photo Mode. Want to be featured in the next Share of the Week? View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image THEME: Ghost of Yōtei LegendsSUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on March 18, 2026 Next week, share some good team work and action using #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured.

Title: The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin PS5 features detailed, launches March 16 Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:30:24 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/03/13/the-seven-deadly-sins-origin-ps5-features-detailed-launches-march-16/ The anime-inspired open-world RPG The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin launches March 16 on PlayStation 5. Ahead of release, we’ve unveiled a brand-new Immersion Trailer that highlights how the game leverages PS5 features to deliver a deeply tactile and responsive experience. Play Video This latest trailer goes beyond simply showcasing the world. By actively utilizing the unique capabilities of PlayStation 5, the game is designed so players don’t just see Britannia. They feel it, react to it, and move within it. Freely explore the vast, faithfully recreated world of Britannia, and experience a heightened sense of realism through nuanced haptic feedback and precise control that makes you feel as though you’ve stepped directly into the anime itself. Every action comes alive at your fingertips The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin features finely tuned haptic feedback through the DualSense wireless controller, physically conveying the tension of battle and the weight of every strike. Dynamic combat responses Distinct vibration patterns are applied to key combat actions, including character switching, combination jump attacks, and powerful ultimate abilities. The impact of strikes, explosive skill effects, and the urgency of taking damage are each expressed through unique rhythms that bring the battlefield’s momentum to life in your hands. Weapon-specific tactile differentiation Vibration intensity and patterns vary according to weapon concepts and skill visuals. Beyond visual differences, players can physically sense shifts in combat style, adding a new layer of immersion to every encounter. Controls you can truly feel The DualSense adaptive triggers enhance both exploration and combat with intuitive, situational resistance. Pressing a button becomes part of the experience itself. Fishing activities When a fish bites, trigger resistance changes instantly. The increasing tension heightens excitement and clearly distinguishes success from failure through tactile feedback. Charged attack skills Certain adventure skills build power based on trigger pressure. Gradually increasing resistance creates the sensation of energy gathering before release, amplifying the satisfaction of unleashing powerful abilities. Mounted weapon operation When controlling cannons or ballistae, players feel heavy trigger resistance that conveys the force of large-scale weaponry. The moment of release delivers a strong, satisfying recoil that reinforces the impact of each shot.   Step into the anime world  The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin is more than an adaptation. It is designed to let players step directly into the anime universe. Built in Unreal Engine 5, the seamless open world stretches uninterrupted from the royal capital of Liones to sweeping plains and ancient ruins. Lighting shifts, dynamic weather, environmental depth, and dense combat effects are all elevated by the power of PS5 hardware. Players are no longer just watching the anime unfold — they are moving within it, making choices, and forging their own path through Britannia. Strategic depth that elevates combat Players assemble a team of four heroes and can switch between them in real time during battle to adapt to changing situations. Skills and combination abilities evolve based on hero and weapon pairings Three weapon selection paths shape distinct combat styles A tactical structure that rewards sharp decision-making Combined with the DualSense feedback system, combat goes beyond action alone — delivering a tactical experience where sensation and strategy operate simultaneously. Deep solo play, even more intense together The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin naturally bridges immersive single-player progression with strategic cooperative play. Seamless co-op storytelling Main and side quests can be completed in a party. Players can join based on the party leader’s progression, enabling cooperative adventures without friction. Co-op focused dungeon challenges Multiplayer dungeons feature elemental mechanics that require coordination between players with different abilities. Smart role distribution and strategic responses determine success or failure. Explore the world at your own pace — and when greater challenges arise, join forces with allies to overcome them together. The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin launches March 16 on PS5 Wishlist now on PlayStation Store and prepare to journey across Britannia. The legend begins not just on your screen — but at your fingertips.

Title: MLB The Show 26 welcomes new legends and brings the World Baseball Classic to the game Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:00:23 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/03/13/mlb-the-show-26-welcomes-new-legends-and-brings-the-world-baseball-classic-to-the-game/ MLB The Show 26 Early Access starts today, March 13, and it’s your chance to get a leg up on this year’s competition. Jump start your journey to greatness with all-new challenges at the World Baseball Classic in Diamond Dynasty*, plus experience new Programs, Events, Packs, and Player Items to get you ready to take the field. Pre-order now to receive four-day Early Access to MLB The Show 26 and a Gold Choice Pack. With MLB The Show 26 Digital Deluxe Edition, you’ll also get to enjoy all this: Early access to MLB The Show 26¹ 20 The Show Packs 2 WBC Choice Packs 1 Legend Choice Pack 1 WBC Uniform Pack 1 Equipment Pack Double Daily Login Rewards 1 Cover Athlete Bat Skin Pack 20,000 Stubs Don’t miss out on our pre-order loyalty discount. You will receive 10% off your Digital Deluxe Edition pre-order² if you have purchased any digital version of MLB The Show that’s been released since MLB The Show 21³. The pre-order loyalty discount expires when the game launches on March 17. Early Access gives you so much content and an advanced look at all the action you’ll be playing in MLB The Show 26. Let’s break it down. What’s on deck for Early Access Step up on the world stage Play Video Experience the thrill of international competition at the World Baseball Classic in Diamond Dynasty*. Build your legendary lineup, test your skills, and see if you can turn your club into world champs. Make your mark at all four tournament ballparks, including the electric atmospheres of the Tokyo Dome and Hiram Bithorn Stadium. Earn World Baseball Classic cards to level up your squad and compete in new World Baseball Classic online events. Are you up for the challenge? Leadoff with live content ​​ Step onto the world stage and experience the excitement of the World Baseball Classic as it unfolds in real-time. Early Access gives you the chance to compete at the international tournament in Diamond Dynasty* before anyone else. Earn 130+ player cards, take on four themed Pool Programs highlighting all 20 teams, and watch how the World Baseball Classic shapes the game as the Final’s MVP is added to the Collection. Discover what else is coming to MLB The Show 26: Programs XP Path: Give your team a boost. All earned XP funnels to reward players with packs and Stubs. Occurs every 4 weeks with 1 Boss Choice Pack at the end. Team Affinity: Your go-to place to earn rewards unique to each of the 30 teams. Rep your favorite teams to unlock better rewards to show off your fandom. Single-player Modes  Offline Players rejoice. There’s more options than ever to play and grow your DD Prowess: Mini Seasons: Customize how you play by adjusting innings and games across varying themes & bracket styles, including the World Baseball Classic bracket. More mini-season themes will be added throughout the year to always give you fresh content to play with your evolving squads. Diamond Quest: Coach is Back. Put your strategies to the test and come out on top in this rogue-like mode featuring Moments, Mini Boss challenges, & three-inning games. The more you win, the higher your reward drop rates. Multiplayer modes** Multiplayer Programs: If playing against human opponents is more your speed, all your games and progress will be applied to the multiplayer programs. Take on new competition and complete challenges in any multiplayer mode to earn some of the best in-game rewards. Grow your collections Live Series: Build out active MLB team rosters to earn massive rewards including Albert Pujols, Félix Hernández, and Troy Tulowitzki along with team specific legend rewards.  Combine your favorite current stars with legends from the past to make your DD squad entirely yours. Become a legend Play Video Choose from more than 220 new and returning Legends* spanning every era of baseball to build your legendary lineup. Take the field with game-changing players like Albert Pujols, Félix Hernández, Ken Griffey Jr, Mickey Mantle, and more. Celebrate Baseball’s rich history in Storylines: The Negro Leagues Season 4 Play Video The next chapter of baseball’s celebrated history is here with Storylines*: The Negro Leagues – Season 4. Experience a symphony of greatness and discover the inspiring trailblazers of the Negro Leagues like John Henry ‘Pop’ Lloyd, George “Mule” Suttles, Mamie “Peanut” Johnson, and Roy Campanella. Homage x MLB The Show apparel drops today Our Homage X MLB The Show apparel collection is also available today on the Homage store. Check out two new shirts and find the perfect fit to celebrate your fandom off the field. MLB The Show 26 Standard Edition is coming soon Early Access is just the beginning. The full launch for MLB The Show Standard Edition is available March 16 at 9 pm PT / March 17 at 12 am ET. Get ready to crush more challenges, earn new rewards, and take your journey further than ever. Ready to make your mark? Stay locked in Be sure to follow @MLBTheShow on social, so you don’t miss a moment of the action this year. Plus, sign up for The Scouting Report, and get rewarded all season long with exclusive monthly Scouting Report Packs and other perks. We’ll see you in The Show! *Internet connection required. **Internet connection and console-specific online multiplayer subscription required. ¹Play from 9 pm PT on March 12, 2026. The game launches for Standard Edition on March 16 at 9 pm PT. 2Discount reflected in cart. Must be signed into your account. Only applies to same platform purchases. ³For Nintendo Switch, since MLB The Show 22

Title: Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes launches on PS VR2 April 24  Date: Thu, 12 Mar 2026 20:38:26 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/03/12/little-nightmares-vr-altered-echoes-launches-on-ps-vr2-april-24/ The newest game in the Little Nightmares franchise, Altered Echoes, has just been announced. Soon, you’ll be able to enter the Nowhere in first person and touch the Transmission with your own two hands. Play Video Deep within this errant signal, you’ll play as Dark Six as you search for a way to reunite with Six and become whole once more. Let’s explore how this dangerous journey connects with both Little Nightmares 1 and 2 and catch up with some familiar faces. The Transmission  A dimension of sight and sound where even the strange rules of the Nowhere are twisted and warped. Gravity is optional and the rules of reality are melting into an endless loop of identical staircases and doors. But somewhere a familiar song is beckoning, leading you through these recursive passages and puzzles as you dodge dangerous traps and even more dangerous Residents. It should come as no surprise that the Thin Man stalks these unending halls, at one with the static and the noise. If he catches you, not even a remnant will remain. The Music Box At the heart of Dark Six’s experience of the Transmission is the inescapable Music Box. It guides Dark Six and pushes away the writhing shadows that hunt her. Even so, under the malignant influence of the Transmission, its simple melody seems to exert an uncanny power over Six that you must try to untangle. Here within the signal, the music box’s song is both the path and the unknown destination. Follow its song. To do otherwise is to lose yourself to the noise. The School The music leads you through your past, through the School where Six was captured by Bullies. Here in the Transmission, the Bullies are gone, and only the Teacher remains. In this childless classroom, the Teacher seems to have somewhat lost the plot and is building endless pillars of books, acting as both the inventor and the minotaur of a maddening labyrinth you must navigate to stay on course. Is this the genuine fate of the Teacher or merely a malicious fantasy given form within the Transmission by the imagination of a resentful Six? The lesson plan is unclear. Survive the maze and maybe you’ll find out. The Train Station Next, the song guides you through the present where dozens and dozens of Guests are traveling towards their final destination. Throughout the cars they slumber, saturated by dreams of future feasts and skittering morsels waiting to be snatched. Their keeper, the terrifying Conductor, prowls the aisles, ready to permanently eject anyone without the proper papers. This is the first time the Guests have been seen outside of the Maw and the questions their presence raises are unavoidable. Where are they going? Are there other eating establishments awaiting their business or is this another misleading distortion from the Transmission? You’ll have to survive if you ever want a chance to work it out for yourself. The Connections  The Transmission distorts everything it touches, and yet, an echo of the truth seems to remain. As you struggle to return to Six and find whatever piece of yourself remains intact, the connections you discover between the past, present and possible future may guide or mislead you. Only you can discover what still rings true. Little Nightmares: Altered Echoes will be available on April 24, 2026 for PS VR2.

Title: Latest Slay The Spire 2 update stops you having over a billion HP, while tweaking the deckbuilder's mod support Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/latest-slay-the-spire-2-update-stops-you-having-over-a-billion-hp-while-tweaking-the-deckbuilders-mod-support Roguelike deckbuilder Slay The Spire 2 continues its journey through early access with an update that fixes various crash bugs, adds new card art, changes how the game files mods, and implements some balancing changes. Item #1 on the balance change list: "Players, enemies, and pets can no longer have their HP increased above 999,999,999." Yep, that sure sounds like a balancing problem. Thanks, Mega Crit. Read more

Title: Starfield is a game people were "just not ready" for and it'll still come good at some point, reckons Fallout 4 composer Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:40:37 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/starfield-is-a-game-people-were-just-not-ready-for-and-itll-still-come-good-at-some-point-reckons-fallout-4-composer Starfield, despite having fallen short of lodging itself as firmly in the bit of humanity's collective psyche labelled 'the good shit' in comparison to its Bethesda-made siblings, will still achieve something akin to that at some point. Eventually, the man who composed the space RPG's soundtrack reckons, it'll "become something that will be legendary". Why? Because Todd Howard's big visionary brain cannot be stopped. Read more

Title: Xbox Full Screen Experience shows a potential glimpse of how Project Helix will work – though right now, it’s a flawed PC platform Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:48:53 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/xbox-full-screen-experience-shows-a-potential-glimpse-of-how-project-helix-will-work-though-right-now-its-a-flawed-pc-platform I regret to announce that I have a theory. It involves handheld PCs, Project Helix – Microsoft’s next, PC game-running Xbox console – and least likely of all, an apparently sincere attempt at making Windows 11 less of a bulging, AI-infested colostomy bag. That attempt is better known as Xbox Full Screen Experience, and now that it’s finding its way onto portables outside the MS-branded Asus ROG Xbox Ally series (plus big-lad PCs as well), I’m convinced that it was introduced at least in part to test the waters of how a Windows PC/console hybrid could operate. Read more

Title: There's no secret Cyberpunk 2077 DLC coming, CD Projekt say, immediately setting themselves up for more nagging about secret Witcher 3 DLC Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 15:55:27 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/theres-no-secret-cyberpunk-2077-dlc-coming-cd-projekt-say-immediately-setting-themselves-up-for-more-nagging-about-secret-witcher-3-dlc No. I, your dad, haven't bought you any Christmas presents. No, that isn't the wry smile of deceit you see nestled on my face. Yes, technically I could tell you that I haven't bought you any Christmas presents without that being a lie if, in fact, I knew that your mum was buying all of your Christmas presents, while I'm paying for some other bill we need to settle. No, I'm not going to go and get her so that you can specifically ask her whether she's bought you any Christmas presents. Why? Sorry, my lips are sealed. Perhaps, though, you should consider that I may simply not fancy expending the effort. That, in an overly wordy nutshell, is how a social media interaction CD Projekt had the other day played out. The Cyberpunk 2077 developers decided it was necessary to tell a fan that the futuristic RPG doesn't have any secret extra add-ons coming. Naturally, questions about the secret extra DLC rumoured to be coming for The Witcher 3 suddenly began bubbling up everywhere once again. Read more

Title: QPAD Mark Model 3 gaming mouse review: cute screen, but a middling mouse Date: Fri, 13 Mar 2026 15:51:29 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/qpad-mark-model-3-gaming-mouse-review Now that we’re about, ooh, six decades into the existence of PC mice, it’s become apparent that they don’t need a dedicated little screen to feed us stats about them, at all times. Nevertheless, I’m quite fond of the baby display that comes with the QPAD Mark Model 3. Just because it won’t actively help me click on xenobugs in Deep Rock Galactic doesn’t mean I’d rather stay ignorant of how much battery I’ve got left, or that mashing the DPI button and eyeballing cursor speed is somehow preferable to just having that sensitivity setting on a readout. Given the closest thing that most mice have to an interface is a single flashing LED, the Model 3’s screen – which also acts as its wireless dongle – is bordering on futuristic. Almost. Read more