Title: Dancing Robot Refuses To Stop Causing Chaos At Family Restaurant Date: Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:24:33 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/dancing-robot-causes-chaos-viral-video-staff-struggle-to-stop-it-2000680033 A robot waiter in a California hot pot eatery had to be restrained by three staff members because it wouldn't stop shaking that thing

Title: Digital Foundry Addresses DLSS 5 Blowback: ‘We Should Have Taken More Time’ Date: Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:11:29 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/digital-foundry-dlss5-nvidia-genai-response-video-2000680002 The tech analysis team called out people who sent death threats over their recent Nvidia video

Title: Val Kilmer Is Dead, But AI Is Bringing Him Back To Star In A New Movie Date: Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:02:27 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/val-kilmer-ai-generated-actor-tech-new-movie-first-look-2000680001 A digital version of the late Batman actor will play a priest in the upcoming film As Deep as the Grave

Title: Free Yourself From The Pressure Of Playing Pokémon Pokopia Wrong Date: Wed, 18 Mar 2026 16:54:28 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/pokemon-pokopia-best-creations-building-builds-towns-2000680008 Yes, people are building amazing towns, but yours has its charms

Title: Everything You Need To Know About Crimson Desert Date: Wed, 18 Mar 2026 16:05:13 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/crimson-desert-how-long-to-beat-what-kind-of-game-story-2000679990 We'll answer your biggest questions about the gorgeous, massively hyped open-world game

Title: Heartopia goes to the movies with its next event Date: Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:53:56 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/heartopia-dreamlight-cinematics-festival-details Heartopia’s next in-game event has been announced, and it’s one you may not have seen coming. Developer XD Games revealed Dreamlight Cinematics Festival, an upcoming limited-time event that celebrates cinema and movie-making. Read more

Title: Zenless Zone Zero Version 2.7 brings Angels of Delusion to the battlefield with playable Nangong Yu Date: Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:39:19 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/zenless-zone-zero-update-2-7-nangong-yu-hollow-champion-competition HoYoverse has delivered another Special Program for the second day running, this time for Zenless Zone Zero. The developer revealed the full details of Version 2.7, subtitled Champions Never Fall to the Past. Read more

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: Fortnite Season 2 Launch Trailer Shows Off Wacky New Mobility Items Date: Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:47:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/fortnite-season-2-launch-trailer-shows-off-wacky-new-mobility-items/1100-6538872/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 2 starts tomorrow, and Epic Games has unleashed a final pair of teasers to try to kickstart the hype cycle. We've got the Season 2 launch trailer, which shows off some of the weapons and wacky new gameplay items we'll be playing with, and even better is the live-action teaser, a comedy short which features SNL writer/Please Don't Destroy member Martin Herlily as the manager of spawn island, where players briefly hang out before a match begins.Let's start with the launch trailer. There's a lot of emphasis on the Fortnite story in this one, highlighting the Foundation's imminent faceoff against the Ice King. But more important is the gameplay changes we can see here. The highlight is the skyzip device, which will seemingly allow you to move around by launching a balloon with a zipline attached to it for quick getaways. And we can see several new weapons in action as well, including the Foundation's Rift Rifle.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: Switch 2 Just Got One Of The Most Nostalgic Pokemon Spin-Offs Date: Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:40:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/switch-2-just-got-one-of-the-most-nostalgic-pokemon-spin-offs/1100-6538871/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f Another GameCube classic, Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness, is finally playable on the Switch 2. Nintendo has been slowly unlocking games for members of its Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscription service, and it announced during the February 2026 Pokemon Presents livestream that the spiritual successor to the classic Pokemon Stadium and Colosseum games would be out in March.Considered a fan-favorite, the 2005 game is notable for its storyline, and it was the closest thing to a 3D Pokemon adventure at the time. While the mainline series would graduate to the Nintendo DS consoles a year later with Pokemon Diamond and Pearl, N64 and GameCube spin-offs had primarily focused on one aspect of the franchise or took it in an entirely different direction. While Gale of Darkness had mixed reviews upon release, it's still fondly remembered by the Pokemon fandom for its narrative and the hunt to catch all 83 Shadow Pokemon, including the cover star Shadow Lugia.This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Pokemon franchise, and while there are plans to celebrate this milestone, don't expect the next mainline entry in the series to be included. Pokemon Winds and Waves was officially revealed last month, but Nintendo and The Pokemon Company are allowing the developer more time to cook, as it's currently scheduled to be released in 2027 for Switch 2.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: WoW Adds A Cute Little Dog You Can Buy To Help Support People In Need Date: Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:28:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/wow-adds-a-cute-little-dog-you-can-buy-to-help-support-people-in-need/1100-6538870/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f Blizzard has announced a new charity campaign for World of Warcraft, through which players can purchase an adorable little dog named Roofus, and all proceeds will go to Habitat for Humanity.Players can purchase The Roofus Pack for $20 to get Roofus the dog as a pet in modern WoW and WoW Classic. The DLC pack also comes with items that players can use in their home from the newly released player-housing update. These items include four different dog houses, as well as blankets and a water bowl for the little pooch. Check out the video below to see the new content.Players need World of Warcraft: Midnight to access these items, because they are related to housing.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: Exclusive: Mondo’s New TMNT Leonardo Figure Steps Out Of The Shadows Date: Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/gallery/exclusive-mondo-new-tmnt-leonardo-figure-buying-guide/2900-7602/ The last couple of years have seen Mondo expand from limited-edition movie posters and into action figure collectibles, with the studio focusing on '80s and '90s IP specifically. For its next collectible, the company is expanding on its sixth-scale Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles line, and GameSpot can exclusively reveal the Mondoverse take on Leonardo, the stalwart leader of the shelltastic quartet. Preorders open on March 24, and Mondo will also offer a version of the figure that comes with exclusive accessories. This will be a timed edition, only available from March 24 through April 7.Like the Donatello figure that kicked off the TMNT line last year, Mondo has put its own spin on Leonardo. While the character is instantly recognizable, Mondo has honed in on his ninja training to create a figure that prioritizes stealth and subterfuge. There's still a noble side to the design with a few samurai elements--like a piece of ancient Hamato Yoshi clan leg armor that he wears--while other accessories reflect how the Turtles are forced to make do with whatever parts they can scavenge. If you're not a fan of that look, you can remove the parts and strip Leonardo down so that he has a more traditional '90s-inspired look about him.In case you missed it when preorders first opened up, the first wave of Donatello figures is currently sold out. The Mondoverse spin on the character highlights how Donny has always been the brains of the group, and the figure comes with old-school ninja weapons, alternate heads, swap-out hands, tech gadgets, repurposed mouser droids, and even a fanny pack.The rest of the Mondoverse sixth-scale line has grown considerably over the years, and if you're looking to add something to your shelf, preorders are open for Superman, Batman, X-Men, and Spider-Man figures, all based on their iconic '90s animated series. "What if Leo went down a much more serious path?""This line is a brand-new take on these characters that merges the styling of the 90’s Turtles movies with the fun of the original animated TV show wackiness. We asked ourselves what what would a mouser look like in a '90s live-action TMNT movie or what would have Donatello’s character evolved to if he had gone full science Donny? We explored all that and more with the Donatello release," Hector Ace, Mondo's senior director of creative and product development, said to GameSpot."Now that we're at Leonardo, we put that same storytelling effort into every inch of his design. Again, sticking to that classic 90's TMNT vibe, but what if Leo went down a much more serious path? What if he were the only one of the four to take his ninjitsu training seriously and further? What would that look like? If he’s a ninja, he would need to be hidden in the shadows, scaling buildings and hunting for what remains of the foot, or whatever new threats may be coming their way."We came up with some design elements that would push that very idea: We chose a very shinobi-looking cloak for him, something to give him some aura and mystique. There is still plenty of TMNT Personality worked into these designs. Leo is wearing samurai leg armor that’s been passed down to him from the Hamato Yoshi clan. But he only had one, so he improvised by tying a license plate to his other leg, just to keep the armor motif going. We had some fun with the idea of "why don’t the ninja turtles ever actually dress as ninjas?" If anyone was going to put on a ninja mask, it would be Leo, so we also gave him a swappable ninja mask head." Leo's new scarf adds some extra dramatic posing flair If you'd prefer a more traditional Ninja Turtle, you can remove some accessories The figure can easily hit a dynamic pose Leo's arsenal features a few ninja weapons Donatello has also upgraded Leo's signature swords Leo, admiring Donnie's handiwork As if a giant mutant turtle wasn't scary enough, this mask makes Leo look demonic One of Leo's alternate heads goes full ninja That mouser bot never stood a chance Kunai! Never leave the sewers without a few He's the best there is at what he does, bub We can't wait to see what the rest of the TMNT line looks like A closer look at everything included in this TMNT release

Title: The Best Marathon Upgrades To Unlock First Date: Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:54:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/gallery/best-marathon-upgrades/2900-7603/ One of the most important aspects of Marathon is its faction upgrades. Sure, its gameplay loop centers on battling UESC soldiers and rival players while securing as much loot as possible. But in order to shift the odds in your favor -- aside from using sound tactics and having better gear -- you’ll need to invest in each faction’s upgrade tree.Marathon has six different factions for you to choose from. That said, most of your early runs will be spent working for CyberAcme; not only are they the first faction you’re introduced to, they also offer a few solid initial upgrades. Your available options will increase once you start unlocking other factions though. If you want to make the most of your time/resources early on (in terms of choosing the best upgrades), then check out our guide below. CyberAcme Upgrades:CyberAcme (CyAc) is the first faction you meet when booting up Marathon. They specialize in basic upgrades that help mitigate some of the early challenges you’ll face on a given run. This includes the ability to buy backpacks, more vault storage space, faster looting speed and more. Our list focuses on helping you get loot/credits quickly while improving your storage limit.Here are the CyAc upgrades you should unlock first:Scavenger.EXE – CyAc Rank 1Loot Speed increases how quickly items are revealed when looting containers.Requirement: 2,500 creditsInformant.EXE – CyAc Rank 2Increases date card credit rewards by 50%. this bonus additively stacks with other informant upgrades.Requirement: 1,500 creditsHeat_Sink.EXE – CyAc Rank 1Heat Capacity increases the number of movement actions (sprinting, sliding) you can perform before overheating.Requirement: 2,500 credits, 12 Unstable BiomassExpansion – CyAc Rank 3Gain additional rows of vault capacity for the rest of the current season. + 8 rowsRequirement: 2,500 credits, 12 Unstable DiodesLocksmith - CyAc Rank 4Unlocks Lockbox Key for purchase in ArmoryRequirements: 2,500 creditsScavenger.EXE 2 - CyAc Rank 4Loot Speed increases how quickly items are revealed when looting containers.Requirement: 2,500 creditsCarrier – CyAc rank 5Unlocks Enhanced backpacks for purchase in the Armory. + 8 slots. (500 credits)Requirement: 1,500 creditsExpansion – CyAc Rank 7Gain additional rows of vault capacity for the rest of the current season.Requirement: 4,000 credits, 22 Unstable Diode, 12 Unstable Gunmetal NuCaloric Upgrades:The second Marathon faction is called NuCaloric (NuCal). This group specializes in equipping your Runner with better shields, patch kits, and hardware-based consumables. Here, we focused on the upgrades that synergize with our CyAc recommendations; free items to put in your improved vault, the ability to buy better shields, and hardware improvements that mitigate long lasting debuffs.Here are the CyAc upgrades you should unlock first:Safeguard – NuCal Rank 1Unlocks daily free Shield Chargers in the ArmoryRequirement: 750 credits, 16 Unstable BiomassRestore – NuCal Rank 3Unlocks daily free Patch Kits in the Armory.Requirement: 1,500 credits, 23 Unstable BiomassAdvance Shields – NuCal Rank 6Unlocks Advance Shield Chargers for purchase in the Armory.Requirement: 1,500 credits, 8 Reclaimed Biostripping, 10 Unstable BiomassReinforce.EXE – NuCal Rank 6Hardware reduces the duration of negative status effects that debilitate your Runner’s physical chassis.Requirement: 1,500 credits, 8 Reclaimed Biostripping, 9 Unstable Biomass MIDA and Sekiguchi Upgrades:The last few factions to worry about are MIDA and Sekiguchi (Sekgen). That’s not to say that Traxus and Arachne don’t have good upgrades. They just aren’t necessarily the best options early on. The other two offer “permanent” hardware boosts and lifesaving consumables.Here are the MIDA and Sekiguchi upgrades you should unlock first:MidaFlex_MATRIX.EXE – MIDA Rank 3Agility increases your movement speed and jump heightRequirement: 750 credits, 16 Unstable LeadAnti-Virus Packs – MIDA Rank 5Unlocks anti-virus packs for purchase in armory.Requirement: 1,500 Credits, 23 Unstable LeadSpare Rounds – MIDA Rank 8Unlocks Ammo Crates for Purchase in the Armory.Requirement: 1,500 Credits, 19 Dynamic Compounds, 9 Surveillance LensSekgenTAC_Amp.EXE – Sekgen Rank 2Tactical Recovery reduces the cooldown of your tactical and trait abilities.Requirement: 750 credits, 16 Unstable DiodeFast tracking to these upgrades will certainly benefit new Marathon players. That said, considering how the factions are unlocked and what they offer, it’s possible that some will opt for different options. There’s no real wrong answer…at least, besides improving your vault. No matter what you do, make sure you get Expansion(s) as soon as possible. It won’t take long for you to run out of space and/or be forced to sell items just to be allowed to go back out on runs.

Title: Nvidia CEO says disgusted gamers are wrong about its controversial AI tech Date: Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:28:17 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/nvidia-dlss-5-game-graphics-jensen-huang-ceo-response-backlash-memes/ The internet has spent the last couple of days completely blasting DLSS 5, Nvidia's fancy new graphics technology that inadvertently yassifies video games. The AI company wanted DLSS 5 to be seen as the next frontier in video game visuals. Instead, it's become a meme that keeps getting compared to "AI slop." A negative public reaction like this would cause a PR campaign overhaul at most companies. But rather than admitting DLSS 5 has missed the mark, Nvidia is doubling down on its current message.

Title: Star Wars just introduced your favorite new Glup Shittos in Maul: Shadow Lord Date: Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:13:30 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/star-wars-maul-shadow-lord-icarus-scorn/ Sam Witwer returns as ex-Sith Lord Darth Maul inStar Wars: Maul — Shadow Lord on Disney Plus this April 4. The latest trailer shows the ferocious Zabrak staying one step ahead of police detective Captain Brander Lawson and his droid partner Two Boots, and also battling villainous Sith Inquisitors like Marrok and the Eleventh Brother.

Title: Game World Guesser is GeoGuesser, but for video game maps Date: Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:53:44 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/game-world-guesser-geoguesser-relaunch/ How well do you know the world of Baldur's Gate 3? You can put your expertise to the test with Game World Guesser, a free browser game that takes the idea of GeoGuesser and applies it to video game maps.

Title: The Triple-i Initiative stream returns in April, featuring Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Date: Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:00:17 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/triple-i-iniative-2026-announcement-interview/ The Triple-i Initiative, a video game showcase organized by Castlevania: Belmont’s Cursedeveloper Evil Empire, will return for its third year on April 9. This year’s 45-minute stream will feature eight “world premieres,” and include trailers for games like Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse, Windrose, Dead as Disco, and more.

Title: Internet cries as Steam dev realizes game he spent years on made money Date: Wed, 18 Mar 2026 16:43:41 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/steam-tower-defense-tangy-td-twitch-youtube-cakez-developer/ Game launches are always nail-biting affairs for developers. Maybe fans find critical bugs that make the overall experience unplayable. Maybe the game doesn't review well, or starts making headlines for the wrong reasons. But perhaps the worst possible scenario is finding out that nobody cares about your game at all.

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: Starfield is coming to PlayStation 5 on April 7 Date: Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:15:07 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/03/17/starfield-is-coming-to-playstation-5-on-april-7/ On April 7, Starfield is coming to PlayStation 5, inviting a whole new community of explorers into the Settled Systems. At the same time, Starfield’s biggest free update yet, Free Lanes, and the all-new Terran Armada story DLC will go live across all platforms. For those of you stepping onto the Frontier for the first time, this version of Starfield is the result of years of love from Bethesda Game Studios and the Starfield community. Bigger, deeper and packed with even more ways to play. Play Video PlayStation 5 features Every firefight and dogfight in Starfield hits harder with the PlayStation 5 DualSense controller. Adaptive triggers change from weapon to weapon (including your starship loadout), the light bar keeps tabs on your health and ship integrity, and the touchpad lets you jump between first- and third-person POV or instantly access your map and hand scanner.  On top of that, in-game audio logs and non-local ship intercoms will pour through the DualSense controller speaker, immersing you deeper in the action. Starfield has also been visually enhanced for the PlayStation 5 Pro, with a Visual mode that runs 4K resolution at 30 fps and a Performance mode that features improved visuals at 60 fps. Free Lanes update (free for all players) The Free Lanes update is built around Starfield’s core values: rewarding exploration; allowing deep, meaningful customization; and making the experience smoother than ever so you can get lost among the stars, following your curiosity and crafting your story. Free Lanes touches nearly every major element of the game: Expanded space travel options that allow you to freely fly between planets within a star system New space encounters have been added and encounter frequency has been increased A new resource has been added to give you even more control over your gear and ship customization New options for upgrading your Starborn abilities and bringing your favorite gear with you into New Game+ And so much more With Free Lanes, the Settled Systems are more alive than ever. All you need to do is pick a direction and see what you find. Terran Armada (new story DLC) The Terran Armada has risen and they’re bringing “unity” to the Settled Systems in the form of an army of highly advanced robots and enough firepower to put the galaxy in a chokehold. In Starfield’s new story DLC, you’ll fight back through the Incursion system, uncover powerful new tech, explore with a new Companion, and earn rewards that will definitely be worth the risks. You can pick up Terran Armada on its own, or get it bundled with the Premium Edition—or included with the Premium Edition Upgrade. Trackers alliance (creation bundle) Starting at launch, you’ll be able to jump into the Trackers Alliance bounty arc, available for purchase through the Creations menu. The bounty series is complete with seven unique, high-value targets to track down and deal with however you see fit. Each entry is a self-contained story, full of tough choices, memorable marks, and pursuits that will take you all across the Settled Systems. Mark your calendars for April 7, and we’ll see you in the Settled Systems.

Title: Pragmata hands-on report: hack-and-blast through a futuristic city Date: Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:00:31 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/03/17/pragmata-hands-on-report-hack-and-blast-through-a-futuristic-city/ With just a month to go until Pragmata launches on PlayStation 5 on April 17, I had the chance to spend a few hours trying out the game at a recent press event. Diana’s hacking abilities and Hugh’s arsenal This hands-on preview was set in the New York-like cityscape shown during February’s State of Play, allowing players to explore, fight, and upgrade as they pushed toward a boss waiting at the end. Hugh can equip a variety of guns to blast away at enemy “bots,” but their tough armor means regular shots don’t do much on their own. That’s where Diana’s hacking skills come in. When Hugh locks onto a target, Diana pulls up a grid-style Hacking Panel. Drawing a single continuous line through the blue squares triggers a successful hack, dealing damage and temporarily compromising the enemy’s armor. The more squares you connect, the greater the damage and the longer the armor stays disabled. Once their weak points are exposed, you can unleash Hugh’s firepower for some serious damage. That said, enemies won’t just wait around while you’re hacking. You must stay sharp, deciding whether to push your luck and connect more blue squares or cut it short to dodge incoming attacks. Break through shields and dodge missiles that disrupt hacking Some enemy bots are protected by red, shield-like barriers that make them immune to Diana’s hacking. These shields can be destroyed with Hugh’s gun or other attacks, opening the enemy up to hacking once they’re taken down. You’ll be forced to prioritize either hacking or gunfire based on each encounter. Some enemies fire homing missiles at Hugh, but those can be hacked as well. A successful hack allows you to take control and redirect the missile straight back to its sender. Master four weapon types Hugh has access to four types of guns. Aside from the Primary Unit, each weapon breaks once its ammo runs out, so you’ll need to be strategic about when to use them. Landing well-timed combos, like pinning enemies down with the Tactical Unit, hacking them mid-fight, and then finishing them off at close range with the high-powered Attack Unit, feels incredibly rewarding. The Defense Unit, which can lure enemies away, also comes in handy in all kinds of situations. Amplify your hacking abilities with the Hacking Node If you’re carrying a Hacking Node, yellow tiles will appear on Diana’s Hacking Panel. Connecting these and completing a hack will trigger special effects. These range from Decode, which lowers enemy defense, to Multi-Hack, which spreads the effect to nearby targets. Each use consumes one Hacking Node, and once you run out, these perks can no longer be activated. In the full release, various upgrades and customization options will let you carry multiple Hacking Nodes, which will significantly increase tactical versatility. Gear upgrades and gameplay loop The Shelter is a safe haven where you can heal your health and use materials you’ve gathered, such as Lunafilament, to unlock new abilities or enhance your weapons and Hacking Nodes. Once you unlock the Critical Down Node, you’ll be able to knock down weakened enemies and follow up with a strong melee attack, making combat more fluid and intense. Be sure to upgrade and customize your loadout regularly to stay prepared as you venture deeper into the Sectors. Epic battles against colossal enemy bots After plenty of upgrades and customizations along the way, I found myself facing off against an enormous bot at the end of the demo. While the core gameplay of hacking and shooting remained the same, this encounter definitely raised the stakes with various area-of-effect attacks and multiple shields that blocked hacking attempts. Hacking under heavy fire proved challenging, but progress wasn’t lost even when I pulled back to evade, giving me room to calmly finish the hack bit by bit. Having to choose when to break the red shields and shift into offense mode added another layer of tactical depth. Just when I thought the fight was finally over and I was savoring my victory, a sudden hacking prompt triggered mid-cutscene; a final reminder that this game doesn’t let up until the very end. Pragmata delivers a unique gameplay experience that fuses shooting action with puzzle mechanics. I’m excited to see how the full release expands on the game’s tactical depth. Pragmata launches on PS5 on April 17.

Title: Death Stranding 2 new PC & PS5 features detailed, live March 19 Date: Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:30:10 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/03/17/death-stranding-2-new-pc-ps5-features-detailed-live-march-19/ Hello Porters. Jay Boor from Kojima Productions here and we’re 48 hours away from Death Stranding 2 being delivered to PC. To celebrate the moment, we have a new launch trailer debuting today that confirms new features for both the PC and PS5 editions of Death Stranding 2, edited by Hideo Kojima.  Play Video For PC players just learning about Death Stranding 2, the game is a standalone sequel to Death Stranding, in which you step into the boots of Sam as he sets out on a brand-new adventure to connect both Mexico and Australia to the Chiral network and ultimately save humanity from extinction once again.  A Hideo Kojima game, Death Stranding 2 stars Norman Reedus, Léa Seydoux, Elle Fanning, Shioli Kutsuna, Troy Baker, Luca Marinelli, George Miller, Fatih Akin, Nicolas Winding Refn, Guillermo del Toro, Tommie Earl Jenkins, and Alissa Jung. And now, onto to the newly announced features. Get Wilder with new “to the wilder” mode and more A brand-new challenge is coming to the PC version of Death Stranding 2. For those seeking the ultimate gameplay challenge to accompany the story, “to the wilder” mode tests your porter skills to the extreme in merciless environments filled with deadly enemies, and completing orders will require every ounce of ingenuity you can muster. Although there is no turning back once you embark upon this punishing journey, your reward will be a sense of satisfaction that is truly priceless, and you can expect genuine gratitude from the other porters you help. Sam can also access new fieldware including new bandanas which can be unlocked through the newly added “Trapped in a Strange Realm”; a VR training area where you can relive Sam’s epic confrontations with Neil. Porters can also expect to see visits from the Chiral Feline in the private room aboard the DHV Magellan, new additions – including the Chiral Feline – to Photo Mode.  We’re happy to confirm that all these content additions will be coming to the PlayStation 5 version of the game at the same time.  Thanks to our friends at Nixxes Software, features exclusive to the PC version include full integration with Nvidia’s DLSS, AMD’s FSR and Intel’s XeSS and upscaling and frame generation technologies as well as uncapped frame rates in gameplay and customised graphical settings1, super-ultrawide (32:9) support for gameplay, with standard ultrawide (21:9) support for in-game cut scenes2, full mouse and keyboard support with custom keybind mapping, full DualSense controller integration, with haptic feedback, adaptive trigger functionality3, and Spatial Sound Support4. Standard ultrawide (21:9) support will also be made available for the PS5 version. Additionally, players on PC with high-end PC hardware will have the additional option to enable Ray Tracing on Reflections and Ambient Occlusion via additional settings. When enabled, ray-traced reflections are applied on surfaces such as water and tar, while ray-traced ambient occlusion applies ambient lighting affects to scenes, resulting in more realistic shadows in crevices, corners, and between objects. These additional PC options are aimed at players with powerful hardware that want to push visual fidelity beyond the “Very High” graphics settings the game already offers. Though would like to note that Ray Tracing is not part of the minimum or recommended specifications for the core experience and is not required to enjoy the game as intended. And let’s not forget, Porters who connect their account also get unique in-game design patches for backpack customization and an exclusive suit inspired by the PlayStation logo. PS5 players will also receive PlayStation Connection Bonuses on PC launch day as a game update as well. Death Stranding 2 is available in Standard and Digital Deluxe Editions. Digital Deluxe Edition includes: Machine Gun [MP] (Lv.1) early unlock Patch 70: Quokka Patch 71: Chiral Cat Patch 72: Why Me? Battle Skeleton: Gold (Lv1, Lv2, Lv3) Boost Skeleton: Gold (Lv1, Lv2, Lv3) Bokka Skeleton: Gold (Lv1, Lv2, Lv3) Digital Deluxe Edition And if you pre-purchase the Death Stranding 2 PC version in the next 48 hours you can get the pre-order bonuses below: Custom Hologram: Quokka early unlock Battle Skeleton: Silver (Lv1, Lv2, Lv3) Boost Skeleton: Silver (Lv1, Lv2, Lv3) Bokka Skeleton: Silver (Lv1, Lv2, Lv3) We are all excited for you to experience this latest version of the critically acclaimed Death Stranding 2.  From all of us here at Kojima Productions we would like to extend our thanks to our friends at PlayStation and Nixxes, who helped bring our vision to a brand-new audience, and to the many Porters out there for their continued support. For more information on Death Stranding 2 on PS5 and PC, including pre-purchase details, please be sure to visit the game’s official page. Click here for more details on the full PC specifications. We’ll see you on the beach. 1 Compatible PC and graphics card required. 2 Compatible PC and display device required. 3 DualSense controller and wired connection required to experience the full range of in-game controller features. 4 Supports 3D Audio via Dolby Access, DTS Sound Unbound, or Windows Sonic for Headphones.

Title: New PlayStation Portal software update adds 1080p High Quality mode and UX refinements  Date: Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:00:06 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/03/17/new-playstation-portal-software-update-adds-1080p-high-quality-mode-and-ux-refinements/ PlayStation Portal remote player continues to evolve, with ongoing improvements designed to enhance the way players experience Remote Play and Cloud Streaming. Since our last update in November, we’ve seen strong momentum on PS Portal. Cloud Streaming monthly users grew by 162% year-over-year in January, and over 50% of PS Portal users are now PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers – reflecting growing engagement with the cloud experience.  As more players discover new ways to play on PS Portal, we remain committed to continuously refining performance and usability. Today, we’re pleased to share some new features and refinements for our PS Portal users. Starting today, (March 17 PDT / March 18 CET and JST), a new system software update for PS Portal will roll out globally, introducing improvements designed to deliver higher visual fidelity, smoother interactions, and a more seamless overall experience. Here are some details of the new features. 1080p High Quality mode Players can now select a 1080p High Quality mode during Remote Play and Cloud Streaming. This new mode enables players to enjoy games at a higher bitrate compared to the default 1080p Standard mode, providing a smooth and high-fidelity experience.** To enable the mode, go to [Quick Menu] > [Max Resolution] and select [1080p High Quality] during Remote Play or Cloud Streaming. You can apply the change by restarting the Remote Play / Cloud Streaming session. View and download image "1080p High Quality mode setting screen" Download “1080p High Quality mode setting screen” close Close Download this image Refined Cloud Streaming experience We’ve introduced several enhancements to improve usability and reduce friction during Cloud Streaming*** sessions. Improved Product Detail Page: When you select “Stream” on the product detail pages of game bundles, a new UI will show up, allowing you to select a specific game to play from that bundle. Game Invite: If you’re actively streaming a supported title and receive game invites, you’ll now see a clear on-screen notification on PS Portal, ensuring you never miss an invitation while playing. Enhanced Trophy notifications: Trophy notifications now clearly display the trophy name and associated image when unlocked. Platinum trophies will also feature their special animation, bringing greater visibility and celebration to your achievements. Improved Search screen: The search interface has been refined for a smoother experience, such as the On Screen Keyboard display being available immediately when going into search. View and download image "Select the specific game you want to play from the bundle" Download “Select the specific game you want to play from the bundle” close Close Download this image *Sample game for illustrative purposes only Smoother onboarding experience If you don’t have an account for PlayStation yet, getting started is now easier than ever. With an improved UI and onboarding flow, you can now quickly create an account and sign in to your PS Portal by scanning the QR code using your mobile device. View and download image "Scan the QR code to create an account" Download “Scan the QR code to create an account” close Close Download this image We’re excited to deliver these updates and hope you continue enjoying Cloud Streaming on PS Portal alongside Remote Play. Share your comments below! * Data as of December 2025 to January 2026. **PlayStation Portal Remote Player requires broadband internet Wi-Fi with at least 5Mbps for use. For a better play experience, a high-speed connection of at least 15Mbps is recommended. The quality and connectivity of your play experience may vary depending on your network environment. An account for PlayStation is required. ***Requires PlayStation Plus Premium subscription. PlayStation Plus is an ongoing subscription subject to a recurring subscription fee taken automatically (at the then-current PS Store price) at the frequency you choose at purchase until cancellation. Terms apply: play.st/psplus-usageterms

Title: Borderlands 4: new Vault Hunter C4sh the Rogue rolls in March 26 Date: Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:00:23 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/03/16/borderlands-4-new-vault-hunter-c4sh-the-rogue-rolls-in-march-26/ Feeling lucky? Hi everyone, I’m Tommy Westerman, Senior Character Designer on Borderlands 4. Today, I’m thrilled to share insights into the making of C4sh the Rogue, the new playable Vault Hunter coming to Borderlands 4 as part of Story Pack 1: Mad Ellie and the Vault of the Damned* on March 26! Play Video I’ve been a character designer at Gearbox since Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel, where together with the team I designed Claptrap as the playable Fragtrap class, as well as Jack the Doppelganger (aka Timothy) and Aurelia the Baroness. In Borderlands 3, the team and I designed Amara the Siren and Zane the Operative, followed by the Clawbringer and Spellshot classes for Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands. That finally brings us to Borderlands 4, where the team and I designed Rafa the Exo-Soldier, Harlowe the Gravitar, and now C4sh the Rogue. When designing C4sh’s unique Action Skills, Augments, and Passives, the team and I really got to lean into the power fantasy of going for broke as a devil-may-care gambler, bending luck in your favor to overcome any odds. Ever since we designed Claptrap the Fragtrap over a decade ago, I’ve had ideas in my head of things I wanted to fix, change, or tweak. With C4sh the Rogue, I was excited for the opportunity to work with the team on another character class that has some purposely unpredictable playstyles. C4sh’s skills range from not-very-random to absolutely random, but what’s key is that you’re always able to influence that randomness, preserving the thrill of relying on luck while ensuring it’s on the player’s side. Beating the odds When it comes to C4sh’s backstory, he’s a former CasinoBot with a new lease on life. After a long streak of gaming the solar system’s casinos and battlefields with statistical insights, he developed a taste for the unpredictable after winning the magical Deck of Kanansi in a high-stakes game. Now that he’s seeking out more lucrative, dangerous risks, a career in Vault hunting is the perfect way to bet on himself in the biggest way possible. View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image We know that fans love robot Vault Hunters like Pre-Sequel’s Claptrap and BL3’s FL4K the Beastmaster, so we were eager to bring C4sh to Borderlands 4. When thinking up a Vault Hunter’s origins, our first pillar is to simply make an interesting character, whether they’re flesh and blood or circuits and bolts. We started with the idea of a CasinoBot who’s obsessed with numbers and probability, but the exciting hook for us was C4sh’s desire to seek out eldritch trinkets that completely upend mathematical chances. As for what C4sh adds thematically to Borderlands 4’s ensemble, most people picture classic rogues as sneak-attacking thieves, but there’s also the gambler who relies on luck and wit. We want C4sh to feel like that latter, rarer archetype: someone who doesn’t pick pockets, but steals your money anyway because he knows how to manipulate the odds. Heart of the cards (and dice and guns) C4sh’s penchant for unpredictability is epitomized by his Action Skills and skill trees. Giving C4sh dice (Cleromancy Action Skill / Roll the Bones skill tree) and a deck of cards (Sleight of Hand Action Skill / Luck of the Draw skill tree) seemed perfect for players who love randomness, while his dual revolvers (Cross-Fire / Chaos Walking skill tree) felt right for the promise of a Wild West-style gambler. No matter the outcome, C4sh’s Action Skills are always powerful, but with luck you can trigger some super powerful effects. His skill trees are unique in that they don’t feature any Capstones, but all three of his trees offer a skill that grants an additional Augment slot. By building across all three skill trees, you can give C4sh’s up to four Augments total. Managing how many Augments you equip gives you more control over the degree of randomness for his Action Skills. One fun thing we always try to do with Borderlands’ DLC characters is break some rules. BL2’s Gaige introduced stacks and Krieg turned the entire idea of FPS combat on its head; Pre-Sequel’s Aurelia begged to be played in co-op. After Claptrap, even though some of us really liked him, we all kind of looked at each other and said, “Well, let’s never do that again.” C4sh broke that rule, and I love him for it. You’ll be able to play as C4sh the Rogue across all of Borderlands 4’s story and zones by owning Story Pack 1, which is included in Borderlands 4 Super Deluxe Edition. We can’t wait to see how you come up with builds that make the most of his chance-based abilities, and remember: there’s no telling what the next card draw or dice roll will bring. *Mad Ellie and the Vault of the Damned is the first of two post-launch DLC Story Packs coming to Borderlands 4. This content is included with Borderlands 4 Super Deluxe Edition and the Borderlands 4 Vault Hunter Pack, and is also available for separate purchase. Base game required.

Title: Mass Effect-like space RPG Exodus drops another in-game trailer, much to the misfortune of Biggs "The Bolt" Keil Date: Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:22:51 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/mass-effect-like-space-rpg-exodus-drops-another-in-game-trailer-much-to-the-misfortune-of-biggs-the-bolt-keil Exodus was announced as a fulsome narrative experiment with time dilation, aided and abetted by extremely non-AI-generated Matthew McConaughey – a story told over millennia-long time jumps, featuring super-evolved versions of human beings. But let's face it, some of you are just here for the Mass Effect parallels raised by the presence of former BioWare devs on the ticket. The new sci-fi RPG's latest footage, below, certainly leans into them. Read more

Title: Ahead of Hollow Knight: Silksong's Sea of Sorrow expansion, Team Cherry have gotten their Traditional Chinese and German translation ducks in a row Date: Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:21:00 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/ahead-of-hollow-knight-silksongs-sea-of-sorrow-expansion-team-cherry-have-gotten-their-traditional-chinese-and-german-translation-ducks-in-a-row Hollow Knight: Silksong devs Team Cherry have put out what they're aiming to be the "last significant update" prior to the Metroidvania's first major expansion, Sea of Sorrow, arriving at some point this year. As with a fair few of Skong's post-launch patches, it's largely focused on translations. Read more

Title: I made s'mores from cats and dogs in Lucid Blocks, a version of Minecraft held together by dream logic Date: Wed, 18 Mar 2026 16:04:26 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/i-made-smores-from-cats-and-dogs-in-lucid-blocks-a-version-of-minecraft-held-together-by-dream-logic I was five minutes into the excavation of my very first, procedurally generated Lucid Blocks map when I struck Dogblock, Catblock and S'more, in that order. I didn't excavate them, actually. I conjured them by feeding gobbets of occult, dreamlike material into the "Apotheosis" magic circle that is possibly this sort-of-survival game's crafting screen, and possibly a gateway to some astral sphere. Read more

Title: FBC: Firebreak's last major update has arrived, bringing new Control maps, a price drop and a free-for-friends version to help keep servers populated Date: Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:06:50 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/fbc-firebreaks-last-major-update-has-arrived-bringing-new-control-maps-a-price-drop-and-a-free-for-friends-version-to-help-keep-servers-populated Alan Wake makers (Wakers?) Remedy have delivered FBC: Firebreak's final major update, having previously elected to wind down development of the struggling Control-themed shooter. This swansong for the game delivers some new maps inspired by the original Control, and a Friend’s Pass that lets you invite a mate to play with you via a free version of Firebreak. Handy for keeping sessions decently stocked, since Remedy have made sure the shooter'll remain "playable for years to come". Read more

Title: "The sheer scale is daunting": These Baldur's Gate 3 modders are remaking the entirety of Baldur's Gate 1 as a custom campaign, with a first demo already out Date: Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:37:42 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/baldurs-gate-3-mod-baldurs-gate-1-custom-campaign-deathbringers-reign Last August, I wrote about a Baldur's Gate 3 modder who had recreated Candlekeep, the library-fortress which serves as the starting point of the original Baldur's Gate. Well, modder 786r786 is back with a full team and they're remaking the entirety of Baldur's Gate 1 as a custom BG3 campaign. Read more