Title: Disney Removes A Bunch More Games From Steam With No Warning Date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:30:41 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/disney-delists-15-more-games-from-steam-with-no-warning-star-wars-pc-2000687543 The company has now removed over 25 games from Valve's storefront, including some Star Wars titles

Title: PC Gaming Tinkerer Throws Down The Gauntlet With $950 DIY Steam Machine Date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:02:02 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/pc-gaming-tinkerer-throws-down-the-gauntlet-with-950-diy-steam-machine-2000687537 Also: did Subnautica 2 just lose its publisher?

Title: Nvidia Says Pragmata Looks ‘Improved’ With Path Tracing, And It Most Certainly Doesn’t Date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:37:28 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/pragmata-nvidia-rtx-path-tracing-on-comparison-reflections-2000687556 Capcom’s sci-fi shooter was probably made to be that dark for a reason

Title: Rockstar Hackers Releasing GTA Online Financials Actually Made Take-Two’s Stock Go Up Date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:32:35 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/rockstar-hackers-releasing-gta-online-financials-actually-made-take-twos-stock-go-up-2000687535 Rockstar's parent company is trading higher than it has in months following the ShinyHunters breach

Title: Capcom’s Killing It Right Now Date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:52:13 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/capcom-2026-games-pragmata-resident-evil-requiem-onimusha-2000687533 Pragmata and Resident Evil Requiem are the latest in a line of Capcom bangers

Title: Animal Crossing: New Horizons gets a new item to celebrate 25 years of the series Date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:15:30 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/animal-crossing-new-horizons-new-update-series-anniversary Animal Crossing: New Horizons has received a surprise patch today to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the life sim series. The update, version 3.0.2, is available across the Switch and Switch 2 versions of the game. Read more

Title: Honkai: Star Rail players are eating good, with Version 4.2 and third anniversary celebrations kicking off later this month Date: Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:26:50 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/honkai-star-rail-version-4-2-anniversary-celebration HoYoverse just wrapped up a stacked Honkai: Star Rail Special Program, delivering the one-two punch of revealing the game’s next major update, and detailing what you can expect from its third anniversary celebrations. Read more

Title: Heartopia celebrates 30 million downloads with new outfits, permanent price cuts Date: Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:41:05 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/heartopia-30-million-downloads-whimsical-tea-party Heartopia has kicked off a new event to celebrate passing 30 million downloads. Just a couple of weeks after delivering the vintage Hollywood-themed Dreamlight Cinematics event, developer XD Games has revealed The Whimsical Tea Party, a limited-time Gilded Acorn Exhibition. Read more

Title: The Petit Planet beta is coming back with new updates, but you still need to hope for an invite Date: Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:32:03 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/petit-planet-stardrift-test-details It’s been quite a while since we’ve heard anything about Petit Planet, the upcoming game from Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail developer HoYoverse. By most accounts, Petit Planet is the studio’s take on Animal Crossing, though with a few interesting ideas of its own. Read more

Title: Resident Evil fans have adopted a Love & Deepspace character as the son of Leon S. Kennedy and one of his potential spouses Date: Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:47:36 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/resident-evil-fans-have-adopted-a-love-and-deepspace-character-as-the-son-of-leon-s-kennedy-and-one-of-his-potential-spouses In an intersection of my particular interests that I most certainly didn't have on my 2026 bingo card, fans of the Resident Evil franchise – and in particular its recently-released ninth main entry, Resident Evil Requiem – have suddenly become obsessed with a very different favourite of mine: sci-fi otome gacha mobile game Love and Deepspace. Read more

Title: Elden Ring Movie's Popcorn Bucket Should Be Iron Fist Alexander, Fans Declare Date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:07:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/elden-ring-movies-popcorn-bucket-should-be-iron-fist-alexander-fans-declare/1100-6539397/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f An Elden Ring movie from A24 and acclaimed filmmaker Alex Garland is on the way, and if the movie keeps up with the popular popcorn bucket trend, fans believe they've worked out the perfect idea for it.A post by FromSoftCentral (via GamesRadar) offers up the suggestion that Iron Fist Alexander should be the official popcorn bucket for the Elden Ring movie. Indeed, it's not difficult to imagine the jar being filled with buttery popcorn that moviegoers inevitably devour before the film even starts.Iron Fist Alexander being the popcorn bucket would also be kinda weird because he is a living jar with ambition to become a mighty warrior, so eating popcorn out of his body means he is probably dead.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: Lego Batman: Legacy Of The Dark Knight Will Let You Don Batman's Wild Samurai Armor Date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/lego-batman-legacy-of-the-dark-knight-will-let-you-don-batmans-wild-samurai-armor/1100-6539394/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f One of the hallmarks of any Lego Batman game is the Caped Crusader's wardrobe. GameSpot can exclusively reveal that in Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, the hero will be suiting up in the shinobi threads that he donned for the 2018 anime movie Batman Ninja.While Batman started his adventure in feudal Japan equipped with his modern-day crimefighting outfit, it wasn't long before the battles took a toll on his equipment and he decided to embrace his new role as the Bat Clan's prophesied hero. It's a weird film, but one that did give us a Batman dressed for war in a suit of custom-made samurai armor and a Kabuto cowl shaped like his signature cowl. The suit itself would change once more, taking on a ninja-inspired look for Batman's climactic battle against the Joker.According to the Wayne-Tech stats, the Batman Ninja outfit is average when it comes to nostalgia--the anime film isn't even 10 years old yet--but in the fields of aura-farming and intimidation? It scores really high.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: Another Wildly Popular Roblox Game Is Becoming A Movie Date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:52:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/another-wildly-popular-roblox-game-is-becoming-a-movie/1100-6539396/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f Disney's 20th Century Studios has announced a deal to develop a movie based on 99 Nights in the Forest, one of the most popular games hosted on Roblox.According to The Hollywood Reporter, 20th Century won the rights in a "competitive" dealmaking process, though no other potential bidders were divulged, nor was the fee that 20th Century paid disclosed.99 Nights in the Forest is developed by Grandma's Favourite Games and hosted on Roblox, and it ranks as one of the most popular games on the platform. The game was only just released in March 2025, and in that time, it's had more than 25.9 billion visits, according to the game's public stats. It had more than 174,000 concurrent players today, April 14, and peaked at 14.2 million players to rank No. 3 overall for peak concurrents.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: How To Heal In Windrose: All Healing Items Explained Date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:21:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/how-to-heal-in-windrose-all-healing-items-explained/1100-6539395/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f On the surface, Windrose might not look like an overly challenging survival game. You're a pirate who crash-lands on an unknown island, and all you have to deal with for the first several hours are dodo birds, boars, and some drowned zombie-type enemies. However, as you'll quickly learn, combat in Windrose can be extremely difficult, as enemies can deal massive amounts of damage to you in just a couple of hits.To avoid seeing the death screen and having to run miles to retrieve your lost items, you want to ensure you're stocked up with as many healing items as possible. You can see a full breakdown of every way to heal in Windrose in the guide below.Best ways to heal in WindroseUnfortunately, at the start of Windrose, your options for healing items are pretty limited. In fact, the game doesn't give you any way to heal yourself for free off the bat, as you need to craft and loot ways to restore your HP for the most part.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: The Biggest New Game Releases Of April 2026 Date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:50:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/gallery/the-biggest-new-game-releases-of-april-2026/2900-7623/ Goodbye, first quarter of the 2026 gaming year, hello to the second quarter! We're officially starting the fourth month of the year with a bang, as the month ahead is packed with several highly anticipated releases, interesting indies, and a few retro-inspired games to keep things interesting. Between the release of Starfield and Saros on PS5, the return of Him-Guy, and a brand-new fighting game featuring the cast of Invincible, there's a lot to look forward to in the weeks ahead. We've gathered up our top picks for April, and for a wider look at what's still to come this year, you can also check out GameSpot's 2026 upcoming game release calendar. Darwin's ParadoxRelease date: April 2Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2Step aside, Solid Snake, because Konami has a new game featuring a master of stealth, and it's out this month. If you've been hungry for some tactical octopus action, Darwin's Paradox should satiate your appetite for a cunning cephalopod caper. As Darwin, you'll need to harness the abilities of this stranded sea creature to overcome the dangers and traps lurking in a mysterious industrial complex. See on Steam FishbowlRelease date: April 2Platforms: PCAnother wholesome game to add to your list this month is Fishbowl, a narrative game about dreams, grief, and hope. A journey of self-discovery that unfolds over the course of a month, Fishbowl explores the moments where you become an adult and see your childhood in a new light. Ultimately, the game aims to explore ways to create a fulfilling life, even when you're living in isolation. See on Steam StarfieldRelease date: April 7Platforms: PS5At long last, Starfield is dropping out of hyperspace and onto PS5 in early April. Bethesda says this new edition of Starfield will take full advantage of the PS5 hardware, including support for the DualSense controller's adaptive triggers, touchpad, and lightbar. PS5 Pro players can also choose from a Performance Mode to prioritize higher frame rates or Pro Visual Mode to focus on graphical quality, and major updates in the future will transform Starfield into the "most complete version" of the game, Bethesda said. Starfield Standard Edition (PS5) $50 | Releases April 7 Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Best Buy Preorder at GameStop Starfield Premium Edition (PS5) $70 | Releases April 7 Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Best Buy Preorder at GameStop People of NoteRelease date: April 7Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2One part musical, one part turn-based RPG, People of Note leans heavily into its melodic themes as every battle plays out like a grand performance. Featuring evolving combat conditions and real-time rhythm-based attacks, it's up to players to assemble their own band and bring order to the world's musical energies before it's too late. See on Steam Pokemon ChampionsRelease date: April 8Platforms: Switch 2, SwitchIt might be heresy to some, but a Pokemon game that focuses purely on battling and doesn't feature any tedious grinding or exploration sounds like a fun time. That's the role that Pokemon Champions will fill, as it's a battle-focused game that features "familiar mechanics" from the series and is aimed at newcomers and experienced players alike. It'll be launching first for Switch consoles in April before coming to mobile devices later in the year. MinosRelease date: April 9Platforms: PCPlenty of video games have pitted players against the Minotaur of Greek legend, but what if the roles were reversed? That's the idea behind Minos, a maze-building roguelite where you step into the hooves of the fabled Minotaur and work to protect your sanctum from adventurers. No two nights are ever the same, as you'll encounter new enemies and build deadly traps to turn the bravery of would-be heroes against them. If you'd like to test out Minos before committing to it, a demo is available on Steam. See on Steam A Planet Full of CatsRelease date: April 9Platforms: PCA hidden-object game centered around the theme of "where the hell is my cat," A Planet Full of Cats will let you explore richly illustrated environments on a planet in the Federated Feline System. Billed as a hidden-object adventure with metroidvania-style exploration, discovering secrets will, in turn, unlock new areas and powerful gear that can be used to find wayward kitties. See on Steam Tiny BookshopRelease date: April 10Platforms: PS5, Switch 2We're at that stage of reality where leaving the rat race behind and opening up a quaint bookstore sounds pretty tempting, and you can do just that without needing to secure a significant amount of capital when Tiny Bookshop hits Switch 2 and PS5 this month. The game launched late last year for PC--and earned some pretty great reviews--and console owners can expect a delightful cozycore simulator that has a surprising amount of depth and heart beneath its pixelated surface. See on the PlayStation Store ReplacedRelease date: April 14Platforms: PC, Xbox Series X|SCyberpunk platformer and beat-'em-up Replaced has spent quite a few years in development, but at long last, one of the precious few Xbox Series X|S console exclusives will be out soon--don't worry, PC players, you're also getting the game. Set in a good-looking dystopian hellscape--if such things do exist--Replaced mixes puzzles, platforming, and Arkham-inspired action into a journey of self-discovery for an AI that finds itself trapped in the fleshy body. See on Steam Tomodachi: Life Living the DreamRelease date: April 16Platforms: Switch 2, SwitchIt has taken more than a decade to materialize, but at long last, a brand-new Tomodachi Life game is out this month. Just like its predecessors, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is a social simulation game where you get to interact with custom, adorable (or not) Miis as they go about their lives. Where the game differs from the likes of The Sims and InZoi is that it's downright weird and chaotic, as the best-laid plans to govern your Mii citizens can often fall apart. Don't worry, the stakes are low, the gameplay isn't demanding, and the consequences are mild, so this looks like a fun way to play god and engage in some hijinks of the wacky variety. See on Amazon Cthulhu: The Cosmic AbyssRelease date: April 16Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|SWe've gone roughly--let me just check my watch here--17 minutes without playing a Lovecraftian thriller, so it's time to rectify that with Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss. An atmospheric adventure where you have to match your wits and sanity against cosmic forces in this futuristic reinterpretation of Lovecraft's mythos, only your faithful AI can keep the creeping madness caused by Cthulhu's influence at bay--but not for very long. See on Amazon Mouse: P.I. For HireRelease date: April 16Platforms: PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, SwitchWhat happens when you toss a boomer shooter into a blender with BioShock influences and an old-school cartoon? You get Mouse: P.I. For Hire, a cute--but violent!--first-person shooter that puts you in the gumshoes of a private detective looking to solve mysteries and punch faces. The game features hand-drawn 2D animation made to look like "rubber hose" cartoons, giving it a distinctively goofy and charming look in action. See on Steam PragmataRelease date: April 17Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2Capcom has been on a roll this year with the release of Resident Evil Requiem, a new Mega Man compilation, and more content for Street Fighter 6, but Pragmata could be its sleeper hit for 2026. You've got gameplay that shifts between hacking minigames and use-it-or-lose-it action with a disposable arsenal of guns. Pragmata is shaping up to be the Binary Domain spiritual successor we've been waiting years for, and with its delightful co-leads of Hugh and Diana, we're also bracing for some emotionally impactful storytelling. Pragmata $60 | Releases April 24, 2026 Preorder at Amazon Pragmata (PC) Save 17% on the PC version Pragmata Standard Edition Pragmata Digital Deluxe Edition Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard from Vampire SurvivorsRelease date: April 21Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, SwitchVampire Survivors consumed our every waking hour after it was first released, and we're guessing that history will repeat itself when Vampire Crawlers emerges from the shadows. Developer Poncle calls it a casual, turn‑based deckbuilder with roguelite elements, but we're calling it a valid excuse for skipping work because we're just one run away from building a perfectly busted deck of cards for our next dungeon dive. See on Steam Masters of AlbionRelease date: April 22Platforms: PC via Early AccessIs the world ready for English game designer Peter Molyneux's redemption arc? The veteran has one more title up his sleeve, and he's headed back to god game territory for Masters of Albion. Originally revealed during the 2024 edition of Gamescom Opening Night Live, Masters of Albion sees players build up a town by day and then defend their settlement at night from all manner of nasty creatures, like ghouls and zombies. As the ultimate power, players will control their village and its citizens in this fusion of strategy, town management, and tower defence. See on Amazon Titanium CourtRelease date: April 23Platforms: PCCourt is in session--the Titanium Court that is! After picking up some positive buzz with its demo earlier this year, Titanium Court will launch on April 23 on Steam. While it's a strategy game at its core, there's a blend of other genres, weird ideas, and themes that make Titanium Court a surreal game for clowns and criminals. Moomin Troll: Winter's WarmthRelease date: April 27Platforms: PC, Switch 2, SwitchFinland's greatest global export, a new video game based on Tove Jansson’s iconic Moomin stories, will see players embark on a journey of connection and curiosity as the cuddly Moomintroll--sort of like Death Stranding, but without nightmare fuel hand-monsters or celebrity cameos. After Moomintroll wakes up early from hibernation and finds the familiar valley that he calls home covered in snow, he embarks on a quest to meet new friends and find warmth in the biting cold of winter in this cozy adventure. See on Steam AphelionRelease date: April 28Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|SWhat happens when Life is Strange developer Don't Nod decides to add some sci-fi terror and Jusant-like rock-climbing to its signature formula for cinematic video games? You get Aphelion, a game in which an astronaut finds herself stranded on a remote planet at the edge of our solar system. Imagine Uncharted meets Alien: Isolation, and you'll have a pretty good idea of what to expect from this sci-fi adventure. See on Amazon Diablo IV: Lord of HatredRelease date: April 28Platforms: PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox OneYou just can't keep a primeval force of evil down for long in the Diablo universe, as Mephisto is up to his old tricks in the Lord of Hatred Expansion. While the end goal of tracking down the demonic lord of hell and giving him a good old-fashioned bop on the head with some cold steel is the big draw, players can also expect to master two new classes--the Paladin and the Warlock--explore the legendary region of Skovos, take part in overhauled endgame activities, and craft some new gear with the reimagined Horadric Cube. See on Steam He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of DestructionUpdate:The new He-Man game has been delayed and will now launch in the summer.Release date: Was April 28, delayed to Summer 2025Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, SwitchAll together now: By the power of Grayskull, I HAVE THE POWER! He-Man and the Masters of the Universe are back for an old-school beat-'em-up. Taking on the form of an action game that would look right at home on the SNES and Sega Genesis, He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction plays out like a typical Saturday-morning episode of the classic animated series. The game features He-Man, Teela, and Man-At-Arms as playable characters, and for the first time, fans can wield the Sword of Protection and play as She-Ra. See on Steam MotoGP 26Release date: April 29Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, SwitchFormula 1 hogs all the attention when it comes to motorsports, but for connoisseurs of riding irresponsibly fast on just two wheels, there's a new MotoGP game to look forward to in April. MotoGP 26 introduces a brand-new physics system designed to give riders more control over their bikes, a revised career mode, and a new rankings system to show the strengths and weaknesses of each rider. See on Steam Invincible VSRelease date: April 30Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|SLook what we need to mimic a fraction of Invincible's power! Admittedly, a fighting game featuring the toughest brawlers of the Invincible universe in 3v3 combat sounds great, especially when you don't have to worry about a fight ending with Omni-Man turning your skull into modern art. Featuring fan-favorite characters, bone-breaking combos, and a variety of game modes, this is the first game from Quarter Up, a studio that includes several Killer Instinct veterans. Invincible VS standard edition (multiple versions) $50 | Releases April 30, 2026 Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Best Buy Preorder at GameStop Invincible VS Collector's Edition (PS5) $100 | Releases April 30, 2026 Preorder at Best Buy Preorder at GameStop Invincible VS Deluxe Edition (Amazon-exclusive) (PS5) $100 | Releases April 30, 2026 Preorder at Amazon inKONBINI: One Store. Many StoriesRelease date: April 30Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, SwitchWould you prefer a cozy reminder of working in the service industry? Then you might want to check out Inkonbini, a cozy slice-of-life game about running a small-town convenience store. Inspired by the Japanese supermarkets of the '90s, this simulator is all about human connection and everyday moments, as you restock shelves, order goods, and get to know your customers better in the process. See on Steam SarosRelease date: April 30Platforms: PS5Housemarque's next game once again throws you into bullet hell, but the difference here is that Saros wants you to be aggressive and gung-ho as you pursue answers in the shape-shifting world of Carcosa. Each run gives you a second chance to escape death, there's a high-tech arsenal of weaponry to collect, and permanent upgrades will allow you to come back stronger from each death. You'll still need to stay on your toes in each fight, however, as the Eclipse affecting Carcosa and its inhabitants has transformed the planet into one of the deadliest places in the cosmos. Saros standard edition $70 | Releases April 30, 2026 Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Walmart Preorder at Best Buy Preorder at GameStop

Title: Legend of Zelda line named #1 video game quote of all time Date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:26:03 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/legend-of-zelda-greatest-video-game-quote-of-all-time/ Let’s be honest: movies and TV have long had a monopoly on the grand, self-important list. From AFI’s “Top 100” to Rolling Stone’s exhaustive episode rankings, every frame worth ranking has been ranked and then re-ranked. Video games have their best-of genre lists, but it's not quite the same as swinging for the fences and cementing history. Which is why Polygon decided it was time — overdue! — to build something of our own.

Title: Disney Lorcana just revealed 32 new cards from Toy Story, The Incredibles, Brave, and more Date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:00:18 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/disney-lorcana-wilds-unknown-card-reveals-spoilers/ In Disney Lorcana’s last set, Winterspell, Elsa tried to stop the invasive magical vine introduced in Whispers in the Well by freezing it solid — and failed. That creeping vine has continued to spread, pushing further out beyond the Great Illuminary into the uncharted territory of The Great Empty Sea presented in Wilds Unknown, the game’s next set scheduled for wide release on May 15. With it comes the game’s very first Pixar cards.

Title: Star Wars actor reveals how Darth Maul's voice has evolved over time Date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:00:18 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/maul-voice-maul-shadow-lord-sam-witwer/ It’s a good time to be a Darth Maul fan. Star Wars — Maul Shadow Lord thrusts the ex-Sith lord into the spotlight, following him a year after the events of Revenge of the Sith. Most know Maul from being cut in half during The Phantom Menace, as well as his subsequent return in the animated series The Clone Wars. But throughout all of these shows, there’s something that remains fascinating about Maul: his deep, gravelly voice.

Title: Godzilla Minus One sequel takes Godzilla to New York City Date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:37:14 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/godzilla-minus-zero-trailer-news-setting-new-york/ Godzilla Minus Zero has finally crested the waters and entered the spotlight two years following the release of director Takashi Yamazaki’s original smash hit. The highly anticipated sequel to Godzilla Minus One, which stars Japan’s favorite kaiju, made its debut at CinemaCon 2026 on Tuesday, where even Godzilla’s roar can’t be tamed.

Title: Overwatch season 2 patch notes make big changes to Roadhog and Soldier 76 Date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:00:19 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/overwatch-season-2-patch-notes-roadhog/ Overwatchseason 2's patch notes are full of tweaks for old heroes and almost all of the recently added characters. Soldier 76 learns a new trick after 10 years. Lifeweaver's rework is off to a promising, if modest, start. And Mercy's primary healing gets knocked down a bit to compensate for the permanent addition of Flash Heal.

Title: Strength and Destiny Collide: ‘Samson: A Tyndalston Story’ Arrives in the Cloud Date: Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:00:57 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-samson-a-tyndalston-story/ A timeless story of grit, faith and rebellion takes center stage as Samson: A Tyndalston Story joins the GeForce NOW library today.  The highly anticipated release from Liquid Swords can now be streamed on nearly any device with GeForce NOW bringing cinematic intensity and mythic storytelling to the cloud. Catch it as part of four new games in the cloud this week. Stream the Power A new legend rises. Tyndalston is a city built on debt, muscle and memory. Samson: A Tyndalston Story from Liquid Swords follows Samson, a former enforcer pulled back to the streets that made him. Violence is currency as every fight is personal, every hit carries history and every escape feels earned in a city that never forgives. Gameplay blends cinematic melee action with choice-driven narrative progression. Every confrontation — from shadowed alley brawls to large-scale set pieces — feels purposeful, reflecting Samson’s internal struggle between vengeance and redemption. Brawls hit fast and close. Cars aren’t set pieces — they’re weapons. Momentum and terrain decide if the player walks away or falls harder. Every job, debt and decision cuts toward freedom or collapse. The game takes full advantage of ray-traced global illumination, reflections and shadows, creating a city that feels cinematic and alive. NVIDIA DLSS 3.5 boosts performance, while NVIDIA Reflex technology cuts down latency to keep controls razor-sharp during split-second fights. With GeForce NOW, the experience streams instantly at maximum fidelity, even without the latest hardware. No waiting around for downloads or worrying about system specs, just dive straight into the grit and glow of Tyndalston. Celebrate New Games No arms, no problem. Celebrate three decades of Rayman with the definitive edition of the platforming classic in Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition, featuring five versions from iconic consoles, over 120 additional levels and an exclusive documentary that explores the creation of the limbless hero. Stream it on GeForce NOW without having to wait around for downloads or updates.  In addition, members can look for the following: Samson (New release on Steam, April 8, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Morbid Metal (New release on Steam, April 8, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) DayZ (New release on Xbox, available on Game Pass, April 9)  Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition (Steam and Ubisoft) GeForce RTX 5080-ready game this week, in addition to Samson and Morbid Metal: Starfield (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass) What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below. Who's the most iconic animal from a video game? Drop a pic or gif! (this post isn't just to farm cute animal pics, no idea what you're talking about). — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) April 7, 2026

Title: Press Start on April: GeForce NOW Brings 10 Games to the Cloud Date: Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:00:09 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-april-2026-games-list/ No joke — GFN Thursday is skipping the tricks and heading straight into the games. April kicks off with ten new titles, bringing fresh adventures to GeForce NOW, including the launch of Capcom’s highly anticipated PRAGMATA. A dozen new games are available to stream this week, including Arknights: Endfield, which expands the acclaimed series into a full 3D real‑time strategy adventure. On GeForce NOW, every battle flows with precision and every mission looks sharper than ever. So gear up, grab a controller or gaming device of choice, and get ready to stream — another month of great gaming is now underway. Command the Frontier Reclaim the frontier using cloud technology. Arknights: Endfield from Hypergryph expands the acclaimed Arknights universe into a full, 3D, real‑time strategy role-playing game. Blending tactical planning with sleek sci‑fi aesthetics, the title invites players into a world featuring terraformed settlements, advanced technology and looming threats beneath the planet’s surface. Set on the perilous planet Talos‑II, Endfield follows a group of pioneers uncovering lost secrets and battling hostile factions. The game seamlessly merges base‑building, exploration and combat — with squads of operators coordinating in real time to overcome environmental hazards and powerful enemies. Every decision impacts survival, progress and the unfolding mystery of the world. On GeForce NOW, Arknights: Endfield can be played at the highest settings from virtually any device, enabling crisp visuals and high performance without compromise. GeForce RTX rendering brings the game’s metallic skylines and glowing wastelands to life, while ultralow-latency streaming ensures every tactical command lands with precision.  Spring Into April He’s back. Capcom’s Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection includes seven games and additional features, including a gallery of illustrations and music. Eleven‑year‑old Geo Stelar is a grieving boy who isolates himself after the mysterious disappearance of his astronaut father. His life changes when he encounters an extraterrestrial being named Omega‑Xis, granting him the power to become Mega Man. The collection streams instantly with GeForce NOW, turning any device into a Star Force terminal ready to save the world once more. Check out what else is available this week: Hozy (New release on Steam, March 30) Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together (New release on Steam, March 31) Legacy of Kain: Ascendance (New release on Steam, March 31) Subliminal (New release on Steam, March 31) Super Meat Boy 3D (New release on Steam, March 31) I Am Jesus Christ (New release on Steam, April 2) ALL WILL FALL (New release on Steam, April 3, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Arknights: Endfield (Official Site) Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection (Steam) Nova Roma (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass) RuneScape: Dragonwilds (Steam) Way of the Hunter 2 (Steam, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) And look forward to the games coming throughout the month: Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard from Vampire Survivors (New release on Steam, April 21) Samson (New release on Steam, April 8) Replaced (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass, April 14) Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss (New release on Steam, April 16) PRAGMATA (New release on Steam, April 17) Outbound (New release on Steam, April 23) Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era (New release on Steam, April 30) Bus Bound (New release on Steam, April 30) More of March In addition to the 15 games announced last month, a dozen more joined the GeForce NOW library: 1348 Ex Voto (Steam, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) BATTLETECH (Xbox, available on Game Pass) Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together (Steam) Despot’s Game (Xbox, available on Microsoft) Diablo II: Resurrected (Steam) Hozy (Steam) King’s Quest (Ubisoft) Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection (Steam, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Super Meat Boy 3D (Steam) Warcraft I: Remastered (Ubisoft) Warcraft II: Remastered (Ubisoft) Way of the Hunter 2 (Steam) What are you planning to play this weekend? Check out Crimson Desert on GeForce NOW in Anytime Anywhere Gaming’s YouTube review.  

Title: Game On: Five New Titles Now Streaming on GeForce NOW Date: Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:00:47 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-screamer/ That gaming backlog won’t clear itself — GeForce NOW is here to help. Stream the latest titles straight from the cloud across a variety of devices. This week, five new titles are ready to play instantly in the cloud gaming platform’s library. Screamer drifts onto the scene with retro‑racing attitude and pixel‑perfect speed. Plus, Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.1, “Unraveled for Daybreak,” touches down. Hit the Gas The ‘90s called — it wants the cloud. Screamer from Milestone roars back onto the track as a blistering arcade racer that thrives on speed, precision and pure retro attitude. Tight corners and neon‑soaked straights define a style built for thrill seekers who crave the rush of classic ‘90s racing action. The mix of sharp visuals, snappy handling and roaring engines creates an experience that’s equal parts vintage energy and modern muscle. Running on GeForce NOW, Screamer puts pedal to the metal with ultralow latency and buttery‑smooth streaming. In the cloud, every race launches instantly, every drift hits with full force and every victory feels just a little louder. Let’s Play Today All aboard the Astral Express. Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.1, “Unraveled for Daybreak,” is available now, bringing new adventures aboard the Astral Express. The crew touches down at Star Rail FEST, a grand interstellar celebration packed with new zones, characters and challenges. Detective Ashveil joins as a new five-star Lightning hunter, chasing conspiracies hidden behind the glitz of the Phantasmoon Games. Dive into the new Wispae War Saga, enjoy free Warps and explore fresh Divergent Universe content filled with rewards and events. Play the latest Honkai: Star Rail update instantly on GeForce NOW — no installs, just starlight and action. Members can also look for the following: Screamer (New release on Steam, March 26, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) King’s Quest (New release on Ubisoft, March 25) BATTLETECH (Xbox, available on Game Pass) Despot’s Game (Xbox, available on Microsoft) Diablo II: Resurrected (Steam) What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below. You get a magic wand that can save any character from their death in a video game. But you can only choose one. Who do you save? Beware spoilers in the replies and choose wisely. — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) March 25, 2026

Title: Smooth Moves: 90 Frames-Per-Second Virtual Reality Arrives on GeForce NOW Date: Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:00:09 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-virtual-reality-update/ It’s a double feature on GFN Thursday. This week, GeForce NOW offers smoother sights in virtual reality (VR) and a sprawling new land to conquer. Streaming at 90 frames per second (fps) comes to supported VR headsets. And Crimson Desert, which recently surpassed 3 million wishlist additions on Steam, debuts in the cloud with GeForce RTX 5080‑class power. Catch it as part of four new games on GeForce NOW VR, but Make It 90 FPS Power levels rising … to 90 fps. VR in the cloud is getting a smoothness upgrade. GeForce NOW is boosting support for Apple Vision Pro, Meta Quest devices and Pico devices to stream at up to 90 fps for Ultimate members, bringing crisper motion and more responsive gameplay straight from the cloud. The app update is starting to roll out to members starting today. Members can transform the space around them into a personal gaming theater with GeForce NOW, playing favorite PC titles on a massive virtual screen. With support for up to 90 fps for Ultimate members, gameplay feels smoother, movement more natural and action more comfortable. All premium members can continue to enhance their experiences with NVIDIA RTX and DLSS technologies in supported titles. Just fire up GeForce NOW on supported VR platforms, step into a virtual big screen and let the cloud handle the heavy lifting. From chill sessions in a virtual theater to high‑octane firefights, 90 fps helps keep every moment looking sharp and feeling responsive. A Storm Brews Into the cloud with “Crimson Desert.” Pearl Abyss’ Crimson Desert, a stunning, open‑world action adventure set in a war‑torn fantasy land, pairs large‑scale exploration with cinematic storytelling and hard‑hitting, combo‑focused combat. One moment is a quiet ride across windswept plains, the next is a chaotic clash against towering foes with mystical power effects lighting up the battlefield. Follow Kliff, a mercenary whose close‑knit group is destroyed in a sudden ambush. The journey centers on exploring a massive, detailed world, taking on story missions, riding mounts, finding supplies and facing dangerous enemies as Kliff works to bring his scattered companions back together. GeForce NOW brings 5080-class power to the game across supported devices, delivering high settings, smooth action and lush visuals without the need to worry about system specs. Members can jump into its cinematic battles and sweeping landscapes on the device of their choice, from low‑spec laptops to compatible TVs and mobile devices. Joining the Family It’s time to make an offer no tank can refuse. World of Tanks is rolling out the red carpet for Battle Pass Special: Mafia from March 19-29, welcoming the respectable family from the fine city of Lost Heaven and bringing their signature mix of loyalty, ambition and firepower to the battlefield. Recruit iconic characters from 2K’s original Mafia game, unlock stylish 2D looks like Little Italy and Lost Heaven Noir, and command the Italian Predatore tank to make sure every deal ends with a bang. Respect is earned — and it’s best earned playing on GeForce NOW, where the action hits fast and smooth — powered by the cloud. In addition, members can look for the following: Everwind (New release on Steam, March 17, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Retro Rewind – Video Store Simulator (New release on Steam, March 17) Crimson Desert (New release on Steam, March 19, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Fallout 3 (Steam) Cyberpunk 2077, Forza Motor Sport, Icarus and Ark Survival Ascended — currently available to all GeForce NOW members — will no longer be available on the free tier starting Wednesday, April 1, as the basic rig type does not meet the game’s updated minimum system requirements. Premium members can continue to play these games uninterrupted. For some icing on the cake, the GeForce NOW Reddit community is running a giveaway for a VR headset. Find details on how to enter. Plus, check out GeForce NOW creator Airie Summer’s gaming giveaway on X much love to nvidia for the community giveaways ♡@logitechg pro grade performance gears https://t.co/lRpSTKhQHJ @nvidiagfn entries open @ channel during the following times xoxomarch 12, 19, & 26 from 09:30 a.m. to 05:30 p.m. ethttps://t.co/q67SOJNpbO #nvidiapartner pic.twitter.com/uQ6L1rcVcj — airie (@airiesummer) March 12, 2026 . 

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: An upgraded version of Roblox launches on PS5 today Date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:00:03 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/04/14/an-upgraded-version-of-roblox-launches-on-ps5-today/ Roblox is getting a serious upgrade today with the launch of our native app for PlayStation 5. Built specifically for PS5, this version of Roblox is smoother and more responsive, with up to 30% faster load times. To celebrate the release, we sat down with the creators behind some of the most popular games on Roblox to learn about everything they’ve done to give you the best possible experience on PS5.  Designed for console Even though Roblox makes it easy to publish across different platforms, every creator we spoke to wanted to make sure their games felt as fun to play on a controller as they do anywhere else. That meant tweaking things like menu navigation to button layouts, and in some cases, it even inspired the creation of entirely new systems. Just ask Wingboy0, creator of the competitive 3D melee fighter Dueling Grounds. In a game where a perfectly-timed parry can mean the difference between victory and defeat, getting the controls right was top priority. “When Dueling Grounds was early in development, I spent a lot of time playtesting other console games on Roblox to better understand what players want from a high-quality action game,” said Wingboy0. “That led me to build the camera lock system so you never have to constantly readjust where you’re facing. You can focus purely on fighting your opponent.” Just as important as the controls is also figuring out clever ways for cross-platform players to communicate with each other. Take for example BlushCrunch Studio’s hit roguelike, mascot-horror game Dandy’s World. When a Twisted is closing in on a fellow Toon, the last thing you want is to be scrambling for a way to warn them. That’s where stickers come in handy. “Typing quickly on a console isn’t easy, so we created a way for players to chat and emote using stickers,” said Dandy’s World lead engineer KingMobMedia. JoeyStix, president of BlushCrunch, continued, “[The sticker system] was a huge win for us, since it meant console players could now communicate with mobile and PC players just as easily as they could on a keyboard.” Those are just a couple of ways Wingboy0, KingMobMedia, and JoeyStix have been approaching console development. And that’s just the start—now that Roblox is available natively on PS5, they have even more opportunities to add an extra layer to your immersion thanks to the DualSense controller’s cutting-edge haptics. We can’t wait to see what they come up with. A new level of detail The DualSense is just one part of what makes PS5 an exciting platform for studios, indie teams, and solo creators alike on Roblox. Visually speaking, PS5 is also a chance to show off their games in a new light. Case in point: NFL Universe Football. If you haven’t played, it’s the only officially licensed arcade football game on Roblox where you can join your friends and hit the gridiron together as any of your favorite NFL teams. We asked Voldex, the studio behind the game, to tell us what they’re looking forward to most now that Roblox offers native PS5 support. “NFL Universe Football already feels incredible on console, so being able to scale it up with the added power and performance of PS5 is really exciting,” said clxr, lead engineer at Voldex. itsjtech, Senior Product Manager at Voldex, agreed, noting they can add more content to the game without worrying about major performance hits: “The door is wide open for us to test the boundaries on what’s possible. I’m excited to see how we can push our visuals even further.” If you’re looking for something on the spookier side, Scary Shawarma Kiosk’s got you covered. It’s a cult-favorite horror game where you work a night shift serving increasingly strange and disturbing customers, all while keeping a lookout for any creepy anomalies. That eerie atmosphere feels even more palpable on PS5, creators kharbor_ykt and Graizorko tell us. “We finally have a platform that lets players experience the game as we envisioned it,” they said. “The atmosphere comes through much more clearly on more powerful hardware.” ​​ Something for everyone For many players on PS5, this will be their first real look at how much Roblox has evolved over the years. And all the creators we spoke to are ready to make a lasting impression. “Dandy’s World is really accessible for casual players, but there’s a lot of depth for hardcore players too,” said JoeyStix. “We have over 40 original characters to collect and master, each with their own unique abilities. And with procedurally generated floors and other gameplay elements, each run is different from the last.” “I think everybody who hasn’t tried Roblox yet will be very surprised by what’s been built on the platform,” said itsjtech. “The characters in NFL Universe Football may look blocky, but the quality of the gameplay speaks for itself. People are shocked when they realize this is on Roblox.” “We expect to reach players who enjoy atmospheric horror and console gaming but who didn’t previously think of Roblox as a platform for them,” the creators of Scary Shawarma Kiosk told us. Dueling Grounds creator Wingboy0 said, “The animations, the effort that went into every detail… I think PlayStation players are going to be genuinely impressed by what they find.” There’s never been a better time to find out for yourself. Download the Roblox app from the PlayStation Store today and start playing these great games, and more, on PS5 for free.

Title: Pragmata: All the ways the Shelter expands gameplay and story Date: Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:00:18 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/04/13/pragmata-all-the-ways-the-shelter-expands-gameplay-and-story/ The Cradle, a massive lunar base that serves as the setting for third-person hacking shooter Pragmata, is a dangerous place to be. It’s crawling with killer robots, often popping up with little warning as you explore its many facilities and passageways. Luckily, there’s the Shelter, a tucked-away location that provides a place where you can build your arsenal, restock, heal up, and take a break. The Shelter is more than just a place to prepare, though — it’s also where you can build the relationship that develops between protagonist Hugh and Diana, an android in the form of a young girl he discovers in the Cradle. Their bond is Pragmata’s heart, both in its hacking-and-shooting gameplay and in its narrative. Expanding the Shelter, powering up its facilities, and making it a little homier is a big part of Pragmata’s gameplay. Here’s everything you’ll want to know about your home on the moon. Upgrade Hugh and Diana at the Firmware Updater At the center of the Shelter are its two main stations: the Firmware Updater and the Unit Printer. The Firmware Updater is where you can enhance Hugh’s suit and primary weapon, increasing his HP and the damage of his gun. You can also enhance Diana’s hacking abilities so that enemy armor stays open longer on a successful hack. The Firmware Updater makes you stronger overall, so visit it early and often. Expand and enhance your arsenal at the Unit Printer The Shelter’s other main station is the Unit Printer, where you can spend all the blue Lunafilament you find as you explore the Cradle. Each time you find a new weapon unit or hacking node, you can then spend Lunafilament to unlock it permanently in the Shelter, which allows you to add it to your loadout whenever you visit. Unlocking weapons and hacking nodes early means if you run up against a tough challenge or boss, you can double back to the Shelter and change your loadout to better fit what you’re facing. Travel around the Cradle fast You’ll find and open entrances to the tramway that lead back to the Shelter all over the Cradle. These locations serve as checkpoints where you can heal up and rearm, as well as a means of fast travel — when you open a new entrance, you can use the Tram in the Shelter to return to that spot, or any other that you’ve unlocked. As you gain new abilities that can open up new portions of areas you previously explored, the Tram system becomes invaluable. Meet Cabin, get bingos Once you get far enough exploring the Cradle, you’ll gain licenses that expand the Shelter’s capabilities and summon Cabin, a robotic assistant who controls some of those systems. The friendly bot introduces you to the Cabin Stamp Club, where you can trade in Cabin Coins you find around the Cradle to stamp Cabin’s bingo cards. As you fill in the cards and rack up bingos, you’ll unlock new features in the Shelter, upgrades and outfits for Hugh and Diana, and more. Beat Simulations to earn Cabin Coins One of the first things you’ll unlock with Cabin is the Simulation Pod, where you can play through simulated challenge levels to earn more Cabin Coins. Each simulation has three challenges, so it’s possible to earn three coins in each one. The Stamp Club hides some significant upgrades, as well as hacking nodes and weapons, so you’ll want to fight through those levels and unlock some big boosts. You can also unlock rare upgrade resources by completed challenges, so don’t miss out. Unlock more story in the Data Library Among the rewards you’ll earn from the Stamp Club are secret data files that fill out the hidden side of the Cradle’s story. You can start reading them at the Data Library kiosk that Cabin unlocks after you’ve earned your first file. Learn about your adversaries in the Bot Database If you’re looking for more information on the bot enemies you’re facing in the Cradle, you’ll want to check out the Bot Database. You can unlock files on each bot type through the Stamp Club. Flex your fashion sense at Outfit Storage The more bingos you rack up on a Stamp Club sheet, the better the rewards. Stamp enough squares on a single sheet and you can unlock new cosmetic outfits for Diana and spacesuits for Hugh. You can change up their looks at the Outfit Storage kiosk. Spruce up the place with Mini-Cabin collectibles Hidden throughout the Cradle are miniature statues of Cabin, each with a different, fun look and pose. Shoot them when you find them and you’ll collect them for display in the Shelter. Listen for the Mini-Cabin to call out when you’re near it, and look for them in hard-to-reach, hidden spots. Build Hugh and Diana’s relationship While upgrading your gear is important, maybe the most engaging thing you can do in the Shelter is interact with Diana. You can talk to her any time, and she and Hugh will usually chat about recent events they’ve experienced or what their next move is. As you find collectible Read Earth Memories, or REMs, across the Cradle, you can install them in the Shelter to give Diana different toys to play with and to create whole new rooms and scenes for her. Diana will also sometimes have a question mark or exclamation mark icon over her head, which means she has something new to talk about, and after a while, you can even play hide-and-seek with her. If you engage with Diana enough and on different topics, you’ll make her happy, enhancing her bond with Hugh. As Diana and Hugh’s relationship deepens through their conversations, she’ll even make drawings for Hugh about their different adventures. Spending a little time in the Shelter with Diana does a lot to expand on and deepen the emotional core of Pragmata, and it’s always worth the investment. Pragmata launches on PS5 April 17.

Title: Official PlayStation Podcast Episode 538: Marshes and Mollusks Date: Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:01:32 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/04/10/official-playstation-podcast-episode-538-marshes-and-mollusks/ 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: Hades II  | PS5 Mouse: P.I. For Hire | PS5 Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss | PS5 Pragmata | PS5 Wrath: Aeon of Ruin PS VR2 features  — Get ready for the Brutal Edition dropping April 9, which amps up the carnage as you take down otherworldly foes with might and magic in this retro-style FPS inspired by Quake. Introducing The Playerbase —  A unique opportunity for PlayStation’s biggest fans to step into some of the biggest game worlds by having their likeness scanned and appear within a PlayStation game. Cyberpunk 2077 PSSR update — The new PS5 Pro update is now live and brings 4K upscaling, powered-up performance, advanced ray tracing, and a host of other features that make Night City shine. 007 First Light DualSense — Check out the golden 007 First Light Limited Edition DualSense controller coming May 27 alongside the new game. Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve dev diary — This latest title in the aerial combat series comes to PS5 later this year. Before you take to the skies, learn how the devs aim to push the boundaries of photorealism and introduce first-person story sequences. 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: Resident Evil 9 Date: Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:00:24 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/04/10/share-of-the-week-resident-evil-9/ Last week, we asked to share haunting (but spoiler-free) moments from Resident Evil Requiem using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here’s are this week’s highlights: Faerk7 shares Leon grimacing in the rain KevinFerna43259 shares Grace framed by broken glass AlagoaJon shares Leon readying his leg to attack PattyGnand shares Grace aiming at The Girl before she attacks ThomasCao13 shares Grace sneaking down a hallway Gemstarsjar shares the little girl Emily in her containment room 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? THEME: Resident Evil Requiem – LeonSUBMIT BY: 11:59 PM PT on April 15, 2026  Next week, Leon S. Kennedy takes the spotlight. Share spoiler-free portraits of Leon in Resident Evil Requiem using #PSshare #PSBlog for a chance to be featured.

Title: Supernatural handyman simulator The Lift launches on PS5 in 2027 Date: Thu, 09 Apr 2026 17:13:38 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/04/09/supernatural-handyman-simulator-the-lift-launches-on-ps5-in-2027/ In our upcoming genre-bending simulator, The Lift, players step into the shoes of a handyman and attempt to renovate an abandoned research facility riddled with the supernatural. We at Fantastic Signals have been working on this game for four years, and we’re excited to finally bring it to the PlayStation community. I’m Ivan Slovtsov, studio director at Fantastic Signals, and I’m excited to tell you more about The Lift, where we’re blending an intriguing sci-fi story with addictive handyman sim gameplay. In addition to our brand new trailer, I’ll share some insights into what makes our supernatural handyman simulator tick and what you’ll experience when it launches on PS5 in 2027. Play Video In The Lift, you play as a Keeper: a resourceful handyman tasked with restoring the Institute, a massive research facility that was abandoned after a mysterious catastrophic incident. In the process, you will uncover a mind-boggling conspiracy that left the Institute in ruins, and bring the facility back to its former glory with your trusty toolbox. With The Lift, we want to combine the satisfying gameplay of first-person “repairman” games (think House Flipper or PowerWash Simulator) with the deep storytelling and interconnected systems of immersive sims like Prey. Our team has previously worked on titles such as Pathologic 2 and Ori and the Will of the Wisps, and we’re bringing this narrative and worldbuilding prowess to create a truly memorable story-driven adventure. The Lift draws heavy influence from the works of the Strugatsky brothers, who were prolific Soviet science fiction authors. Their iconic novel, Roadside Picnic, inspired the “New Weird” literary movement and many fantastic games like S.T.A.L.K.E.R., Pacific Drive, Death Stranding, Disco Elysium, and Control. While we absolutely adore Roadside Picnic, The Lift instead turns to another book by the Strugatskys – Monday Starts on Saturday, a witty satire of the bureaucratic autocracy that explores the resourcefulness and grit of the human mind. In The Lift, we’re telling a story of brilliant people who achieve the impossible together, set in a retrofuturistic world where the most unimaginable, fantastical things have become the norm—studied and ‘solved’ by the scientific community. Your goal is to get the Institute back online by restoring its five major areas: the Post Office, the Communication Center, the Archive, the Library, and the Reactor. The titular lift is your elevator-turned-HQ used to travel across the facility, craft items, and unlock new gear to enter previously inaccessible areas. You can also customize it with countless decoration items found in the Institute to make it your own cozy base of operations. As you revive the Institute, you will face a myriad of restoration tasks that only a master engineer can tackle. From fixing furniture, vacuuming cosmic goo, and rewiring electromechanical grids to awakening a sentient reactor, triangulating an interdimensional signal with a satellite dish, and operating a massive computing mainframe. There’s a lot of work to do! As you progress, you’ll unlock new tools and meet a cast of quirky characters who will help unveil the mystery behind the Institute’s demise. We can’t wait for the PlayStation community to experience The Lift. Our passionate team has been pouring everything into this world, and we hope players will enjoy utilizing the unique and strange tools available to them as they unravel the many curiosities. At launch, The Lift will support a variety of features across PlayStation 5 consoles, including DualSense controller haptics, adaptive triggers, and enhanced graphics on PS5 Pro, when it releases on PlayStation 5 in 2027. Stay tuned, as there’s a lot more of the Institute left to uncover.

Title: Hades 2's second post-launch patch adds in more prophecy conclusions and flirtier friends Date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:00:03 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/hades-2s-second-post-launch-patch-adds-in-more-prophecy-conclusions-and-flirtier-friends The work of an early access game, even when it's hit 1.0, is never truly done. That is certainly the case for Hades 2, which has received its second post-launch patch today. Nothing mind blowing has been added in with this one, but there does seem to be a few more narrative threads tied up, and a number of quality of life changes. Read more

Title: I hope you're hungry, because Dosa Divas storms out of the kitchen today Date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:15:12 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/i-hope-youre-hungry-because-dosa-divas-storms-out-of-the-kitchen-today I expect that writing this up is about to make me quite hungry. Dosa Divas! It's the latest small-scale RPG from Outerloop Games, the same devs behind 2023's Thirsty Suitors. Where their previous game was all about battling off unsuitable suitors, food takes centre stage in Dosa Divas, pitting you as a pair of sisters and their trusty ancient spirit-mech who are "on a mission to defeat a rotten fast food empire and reconnect communities with their traditions." And it's out right now! Read more

Title: "I wanted you to feel bad": former Battlefield audio designer recalls punching himself to record more realistic gunshot screams Date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/i-wanted-you-to-feel-bad-former-battlefield-audio-designer-recalls-punching-himself-to-record-more-realistic-gunshot-screams Arc Raiders audio director Bence Pajor has spoken on the Game Makers Notebook podcast about his earlier career at DICE, working on sound effects for the Battlefield FPS series. The discussion includes some insights about how Pajor – a former Swedish military sniper – created effects for soldiers getting struck by bullets. Amongst other things, he experimented with punching himself hard enough to elicit cries of pain. It's not clear whether the resulting recordings made their way into any Battlefield game - one of Pajor's designer colleagues found them so unpleasant that they asked for them to be removed. Read more

Title: Disney yank a bunch of games from Steam, including bonafide classics Star Wars: Dark Forces, Outlaws and High School Musical 3: Senior Year Dance Date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:32:03 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/disney-yank-a-bunch-of-games-from-steam-including-bonafide-classics-star-wars-dark-forces-outlaws-and-high-school-musical-3-senior-year-dance A bunch of older games linked to or published by Disney have just been delisted from Steam in one fell swoop, with the original 90s versions of Star Wars: Dark Forces and Outlaws among their number. These 15 make up the second round of Disney-related games to be yanked from the storefront this year, with 14 having gotten the hook back in January. Read more

Title: Marathon's next experimental mode goes all in on sponsored kits, which sounds great for scaredy-cats like me Date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:05:20 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/marathons-next-experimental-mode-goes-all-in-on-sponsored-kits-which-sounds-great-for-scaredy-cats-like-me There's another experiment on the way to Marathon. Last month, Bungie started testing a duos mode in the extraction shooter. According to an update from Joe Ziegler, that mode will be making its way into the game as a full feature in season two, with Bungie "diligently working on delivering that to all of you who are eagerly awaiting its return." But with this update comes the next test: a new mode that forces you into using sponsored kits. Read more