Title: Clips Of The New Avatar Movie Leak All Over The Internet Six Months Before It’s Out Date: Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:36:30 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/avatar-aang-last-airbender-paramount-leak-clip-trailer-2000687163 Avatar: Aang, The Last Airbender takes place after the original Nickelodeon series

Title: Dosa Divas: The Kotaku Review Date: Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:00:49 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/dosa-divas-review-turn-based-cooking-rpg-2000687148 Outerloop's latest bite-sized RPG comes in a bit undercooked

Title: Xbox Tries To Shut Down Rumors Of A GTA 6-Fueled Fable Delay Date: Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:23:36 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/xbox-tries-to-shut-down-rumors-of-a-gta-6-fueled-fable-delay-2000687103 Also: Hideo Kojima's Physint is reportedly recruiting a Mads Mikkelsen-like

Title: Pragmata: The Kotaku Review Date: Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:00:24 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/pragmata-review-capcom-diana-hugh-puzzles-hacking-2000686768 Capcom’s subversive take on the dad game trope is clever and cleansing after years of complicated love

Title: Ex-Naughty Dog Dev Says The Last Of Us Studio Believed Crunch Was Necessary For Games At Its ‘Level’ Date: Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:39:45 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/naughty-dog-last-of-us-intergalactic-crunch-interview-2000687138 The team is reportedly crunching again for Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet

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: Caleb's third Myth has finally arrived in Love and Deepspace, and it's good news for all the husbandbro fans out there Date: Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:46:11 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/love-and-deepspace-caleb-third-myth Love and Deepspace’s latest update is here, adding a new Memory Pair for Caleb. The event is dubbed Ghosts' Final March, and it’s available now as part of a new Limited Wish Pool, as it has always worked. Read more

Title: Pickmon, Not To Be Confused With Pokemon, Changes Its Name But Still Looks A Lot Like Pokemon Date: Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:32:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/pickmon-not-to-be-confused-with-pokemon-changes-its-name-but-still-looks-a-lot-like-pokemon/1100-6539364/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f Pickmon developer PocketGame has announced that it'll be changing the name of the game by swapping one consonant out for another. Now titled "Pickmos," the studio claims this was done to "better align" with its brand identity, and not because the project bears a striking resemblance to Pokemon and Palworld."Since the beginning of development, we have been dedicated to building a unique and profound ecological world. To better align with our brand identity and lore, our title is officially changing--Pickmon to Pickmos," PocketGame wrote in a social media post. "What does 'mos' represent? A complete ecosystem. A grand cosmos! This name carries a more powerful presence, acting as a better vessel for the fantasy adventure we are building for you."Curiously, creatures in Pickmos are still referred to as Pickmon, which might still land the game in Nintendo's legal crosshairs. While the idea of collecting creatures and sending them out to battle isn't the sole intellectual property of Nintendo and The Pokemon Company, there's no getting around just how blatant some of the Pickmon look when compared to Pokemon. A quick glance at the menagerie reveals creatures that look similar to well-known Pokemon like the series mascot Pikachu and other critters like Charizard, Lucario, and Xerneas. Pickmos has also been accused of using stolen Pokemon fanart by multiple "fakemon" fan artists.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: Ex-Bethesda Exec Pete Hines Explains Why He Left, And He Didn't Mince Words Date: Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:23:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/ex-bethesda-exec-pete-hines-explains-why-he-left-and-he-didnt-mince-words/1100-6539361/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f Bethesda veteran Pete Hines left the Elder Scrolls and Fallout studio in 2023 after more than 24 years with the company. He's now retired, and in a recent interview, Hines talked about leaving Bethesda and had some harsh words for what the company has become today. To be sure, Hines did not say Microsoft one time in the interview, and did not single out any specific person or event in his comments.Speaking to Kirk McKeand for his Firezide Chat series, Hines said one of the reasons he decided to retire in 2023 was because he came to realize he "could not spend the rest of my life doing something that wasn't for me.""I was staying there because this place still needs me. I just hit a point of, 'Yes, it needs me, and I am powerless to do what I think needs to be done to run this place properly, to protect these people, to maintain what we worked so hard to create, which is an incredibly efficient, well-run video game developer and publisher,'" he said.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: The Best Games Of 2026 (So Far) Date: Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:57:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/gallery/the-best-games-of-2026/2900-7436/ The year has gotten off to a flying start, and looking ahead, there are many highly anticipated games coming in 2026. How well will they score when they arrive? That remains to be seen, but, as in previous years, we'll keep track of all the games that hit a review score of at least 8 and list them below. That doesn't mean that games that fall below that threshold aren't worth your time, as they can still entertain you for hours on end if you can overlook some of their flaws.We'll also be keeping track of those titles below, but for now, the focus here is on must-play games. 2025's best games included Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Silent Hill F, alongside entries from smaller studios like The Seance of Blake Manor, Dispatch, and Blue Prince.As a reminder, GameSpot does standard game reviews, reviews in progress, and we'll sometimes publish updated reviews of ongoing games if there have been major changes to them. Most of our reviews are also adapted for video, so if you'd like to hear the soothing voices of our producers tell you exactly why a game is worth your time, you can hit up our YouTube page.To keep things simple, we'll be listing the games below alphabetically, based on their scores. Cairn -- 9Cairn represents a new peak for mountain-climbing games, as it fuses a vivid sense of wonder with a feeling of true peril. It's you against the world as you guide the protagonist Aava up steep cliffs and search for that one handhold that won't spell certain doom when you shift your weight. With equilibrium being a key component of the experience, Cairn also knows exactly when to let players breathe, offering moments of quiet reflection as a counterbalance to when you hit a metaphorical--and literal--wall on your ascent.Read our Cairn review, and watch the video review here. Available for PC and PS5. See on Steam Esoteric Ebb -- 9What happens when you combine a tabletop Dungeons & Dragons session with Disco Elysium? You get Esoteric Ebb, a charming fantasy game where sweat-inducing die rolls govern your fate. Set in an original fantasy world that's brimming with personality, Esoteric Ebb is charming and surprisingly hilarious, as you don the chainmail of an idiot with a talent for magic: all that and a killer soundtrack.Read our Esoteric Ebb review. Available for PC. See on Steam Marathon -- 9Marathon is admittedly a lot to take in the first time you boot it up, but stick with it, and you'll find an extraction shooter that captures the highs and lows of the genre. Its art direction is a visual feast, the gunplay packs a punch, and there's a surprising amount of depth in each 20-minute excursion to Tau Ceti IV. How Marathon will shape up over the long term remains to be seen, but Bungie has delivered an exciting game with strong fundamentals, rich lore, and tactical gameplay that could get even better in time with post-launch DLC drops.Read our Marathon review. Available for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. Marathon Standard Edition $35.49 (was $40) | Releases March 5 Preorder at Fanatical Preorder on the PlayStation Store Preorder on the Xbox Store Marathon Deluxe Edition $51.59 (was $60) | Releases March 5 Preorder at Fanatical Preorder on the PlayStation Store Preorder on the Xbox Store Mewgenics -- 9All the joy of breeding an army of cats with none of the real-life responsibility of spending a fortune on food and kitty litter, Mewgenics is a challenging experience with unparalleled depth. The Binding of Isaac and The End is Nigh developers Edmund McMillen and Tyler Glaiel have delivered a complex game, balancing the joy of managing an ever-growing collection of cats with the nail-biting "just one more run" energy you'd expect from the best roguelites.Read our Mewgenics review. Available for PC. See on Steam Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection -- 9Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection proves just how good a spin-off from a mainline series of games can be, as this charming threequel checks multiple boxes for a great gaming experience. A compelling story, a colorful cast of characters, and a flashy combat system all add up to build an all-time classic Monster Hunter game, successfully standing tall next to several of the best games in the main Monster Hunter franchise.Read our Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection review. Available for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2. Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection $70 | Releases March 13, 2026 Preorder at Amazon Preorder at GameStop Nioh 3 -- 9Team Ninja's souls-like Nioh games have established themselves as fast-paced and punishing adventures. Nioh 3 doesn't stray from that established formula, but it does add compelling new additions and refinements that sharpen the experience. With the introduction of "open-field" design that adds more exploration and discovery to the mix, quality-of-life enhancements, and rock-solid combat, Nioh 3 is the best game in the series to date and Team Ninja at its best.Read our Nioh 3 review. Available for PC and PS5. Nioh 3 Steelbook Launch Edition $70 | Releases February 6, 2026 Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Best Buy Nioh 3 standard edition $70 | Releases February 6, 2026 Preorder at Best Buy Pokemon Pokopia -- 9The idea of a Pokemon-themed cozy life sim sounds like an interesting idea for a spin-off, and it's one that has been expertly realized in Pokemon Pokopia. A well-executed combination of the design sensibilities of Animal Crossing and Dragon Quest Builders--with some Viva Piñata inspiration for good measure--Pokemon Pokopia is an elegant celebration of the Pokemon franchise's 30th anniversary.Read our Pokemon Pokopia review. Available for Switch 2. Pokemon Pokopia (Game Key-Card) $70 See at Amazon See at Walmart See at Best Buy See at Nintendo Store See at GameStop Pragmata -- 9One of 2026's contenders for game of the year, Pragmata is a refreshingly original IP in an ocean of sequels and remakes. It's no one-trick pony, as the constantly evolving hacking minigames, challenging gameplay that only escalates the more you play, and the heartfelt story make for a standout experience on PC and console.Read our Pragmata review. Available for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2. Pragmata $60 | Releases April 24, 2026 Preorder at Amazon Pragmata (PC) Save 17% on the PC version Pragmata Standard Edition Pragmata Digital Deluxe Edition Big Hops -- 8What happens when Super Mario meets The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild? You get Big Hops, one of the first great games of 2026. A 3D platformer with plenty of charm and heart, Big Hops keeps things simple and polished as it confidently hops into vibrant worlds. That makes it an approachable game for all ages, and with its well-executed gameplay, it's a constantly satisfying adventure.Read our Big Hops review. Available for PC, PS5, and Switch. See on Steam Mario Tennis Fever -- 8Mario has developed into quite the sportsman over the years, and Mario Tennis Fever might just be his best athletic adventure yet. While the core mechanics of Mario Tennis remain largely unchanged, it's the fun and flexible Fever Rackets that serve up some great content and add a layer of unpredictability to every match. Alongside the enjoyable Adventure Mode, challenges, and special game types, Mario Tennis Fever is a grand slam winner for Switch 2 owners.Read our Mario Tennis Fever review. Available for Switch 2. Mario Tennis Fever for Nintendo Switch 2 $69 | Releases February 12 Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Walmart Preorder at Target Preorder at Best Buy Preorder at GameStop Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf -- 8Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf sticks to the winning formula of the first game, giving players a beautiful world to explore and savor, thanks to its strong art direction and fantastic soundtrack. While it takes a while for the story to truly get going, the second half of this adventure is a bold and stunning collection of fascinating puzzles and platforming, all built around a central mystery that keeps you hooked to your screen.Read our Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf review. Available for PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch 2, and Switch. See on Steam Reanimal -- 8Critics of the Little Nightmares co-op horror game series say that the terror of the original game has been somewhat muted in its sequels, and if you feel the same way, then you'll want to check out Reanimal. It more than lives up to the legacy of Little Nightmares, as this spiritual successor surpasses it with a game design that makes exploring a haunting and unsettling world quite enjoyable, especially with a co-op partner in tow. While its puzzles aren't too challenging, it's the unsettling imagery that leaves a lasting impression as you guide siblings through a nightmarish world and toward freedom.Read our Reanimal review. Available for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2. Reanimal Standard Edition $40 | Release Date TBA Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Best Buy Preorder at GameStop Reanimal Deluxe Edition $60 | Release Date TBA Preorder at Amazon Reanimal Collector's Edition $200 | Release Date TBA Preorder at Amazon Resident Evil Requiem -- 8Imagine Resident Evil's greatest hits bundled into one delightfully macabre package, and you've got Resident Evil Requiem. A highlight reel of the heart-pounding horror and action that has defined the series for 30 years, Requiem refines the formula behind the games and polishes it with small but thoughtful gameplay additions to create a gorgeously gruesome experience.Read our Resident Evil Requiem review. Available for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2. Resident Evil Requiem $70 Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Best Buy Preorder at Walmart Preorder at GameStop Resident Evil Requiem Deluxe Steelbook Edition $90 Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Best Buy Preorder at Walmart Preorder at GameStop Amazon-Exclusive Switch 2 Edition (Game Key-Card) $70 Preorder at Amazon Resident Evil Generation Pack for Switch 2 $90 Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Best Buy Preorder at Walmart Preorder at GameStop Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller - Resident Evil Requiem $100 Preorder at Best Buy Preorder at GameStop Preorder at Nintendo World of Warcraft: MidnightMidnight is the 11th expansion for World of Warcraft, and it continues to make major foundational changes to Blizzard's legendary MMO. With enough content to cater to both veteran players and newcomers, Midnight builds on that momentum with challenging endgame activities, welcome overhauls to the user interface, and a robust housing system that gives you the opportunity to turn a slice of Zeroth into a dream home.Read our World of Warcraft: Midnight review. Available for PC. See on Amazon WWE 2K26 -- 8WWE 2K26 doesn't offer many changes to the bread-and-butter gameplay of previous releases, but this year's entry in the sports entertainment series does address a long list of issues. The focus on quality-of-life improvements makes each match feel more fun than ever before, thanks to the added layers of polish, while new match types, a story mode focused on CM Punk, and an overhauled Island mode put WWE 2K26 in the main event spotlight.Read our WWE 2K26 review. Available for PC, PS5, and Switch 2. See at Amazon Every other GameSpot review in 2026Not every game released this year is a winner, but that doesn't mean that they're not worth playing. If you can overlook some of their issues, you might find yourself pleasantly surprised, and we'll be running a list of the games that didn't make the cut above. These will be arranged in alphabetical order so that you can quickly find what you're looking for.Code Vein 2 -- 6Crimson Desert -- 7Crisol: Theater of Idols -- 6Darwin's Paradox -- 7Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined -- 7God of War: Sons of Sparta -- 5High on Life 2 -- 7Highguard -- 6Hytale (Early Access) -- 6Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered -- 7People of Note -- 7Pokemon Champions -- 7Romeo is a Dead Man -- 5Scott Pilgrim EX -- 7Super Mario Bros. Wonder + Meetup In Bellabel Park -- 7Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties -- 6

Title: Pragmata Is Being Hailed As An Early GOTY Contender Date: Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:41:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/pragmata-is-being-hailed-as-an-early-goty-contender/1100-6539363/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f Reviews have gone live for Pragmata, and so far, it looks like it might just be a strong contender for game of the year. Something of a rarity from a big publisher in 2026, Pragmata is a completely original IP from Capcom that mixes third-person action with hacking minigames and an endearing story to create a memorable experience. The end result is a game that's both thrilling and engaging, whether you're dodging lethal robots or playing a game of hide-and-seek with Pragmata's adorable co-protagonist, Diana."Pragmata is an excellent shooter with a hacking twist that introduces strategic depth and variety, all in service of a heartfelt story," Steve Watts wrote in GameSpot's Pragmata review. "This combination of sharp combat mechanics, rich strategic depth, and lovely storytelling doesn't come along often. Pragmata shouldn't be missed."On GameSpot's sister site Metacritic, Pragmata currently holds a "generally favorable" metascore of 85 from 54 reviews at the time of writing, putting it in the same company as Pokemon Pokopia (89), Mewgenics (88), and Cairn (85). For Capcom, it's the third major win for the company this year, as Resident Evil Requiem and Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection have also been critically acclaimed games since their respective launches earlier this year.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: Pragmata Video Review Date: Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0700 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/videos/pragmata-video-review/2300-6466814/ Pragmata is an excellent shooter with a hacking twist that introduces strategic depth and variety, all in service of a heartfelt story.

Title: Fable release date won't be delayed for GTA 6, Playground Games devs say Date: Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:56:01 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/fable-release-date-delay-gta-6-debunked/ We're just four months into 2026, but the launch of Grand Theft Auto 6on Nov. 19 is already casting a long shadow over the video game release calendar in the latter months of the year. Understandably, few developers are eager to release their projects anywhere near GTA 6, which is one of the most anticipated games of all time. In an X post on April 13, the team at Playground Games seemingly swatted aside recent rumors that the game had been delayed.

Title: The Boroughs trailer teases Netflix's new Stranger Things replacement Date: Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:50:41 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/netflix-the-boroughs-stranger-things/ Fresh off the success of Stranger Things, the Duffer Brothers are set to return as executive producers of a brand-new show: The Boroughs. The series (created by Jeffrey Addis and Will Matthews) follows a group of elderly retirees who, after joining a picturesque retirement community, must come together to confront a sinister threat from another world.

Title: CW's Arrow and more arrive on Pluto TV next month for free Date: Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:44:58 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/arrow-where-to-watch-cw-pluto-tv/ One of the best superhero TV shows ever made is about to be available to stream for free. Pluto TV announced Monday that it will be adding The CW's Arrow to its slate of channels and on-demand series, starting May 1.

Title: Dungeons & Dragons may return to third-party creators to help reshape 5e Date: Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:30:18 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/dnd-dungeons-dragons-third-party-content-outsourcing/ If you played Dungeons & Dragons during the early years of fifth edition and ever took the time to look at the credits section for the adventure books, you may have noticed a weird detail. Some of these products were designed by publishers and studios outside of Wizards of the Coast, including 5e's first campaign supplement, Hoard of the Dragon Queen, designed by Kobold Press. Princes of the Apocalypse was designed by Sasquatch Game Studio. Both Out of the Abyss and the Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide were designed by Green Ronin Publishing. This outsourcing practice was abandoned starting in 2016 when Wizards began designing all D&D products in-house, but it seems this may no longer be the case.

Title: Super Mario has become the face of TikTok Shop AI slop Date: Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:20:22 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/super-mario-has-become-the-face-of-tiktok-shop-ai-slop/ Few things sell a product as well as a good sob story, and unfortunately, AI-savvy TikTok merchants are taking advantage of that. The platform is rife with users who shill products from TikTok's built-in shop, and now that anyone can feed a script to an AI, the video platform has become inundated with fake people selling real products. One such item that has spawned an entire AI cottage industry is a Super Mario lamp.

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: 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: Warhammer Survivors is coming to PS5 this year with new content Date: Thu, 09 Apr 2026 17:12:37 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/04/09/warhammer-survivors-is-coming-to-ps5-this-year-with-new-content/ Hello Survivors, we’re excited to share that Warhammer Survivors is coming to PlayStation 5! For those of you who haven’t been tuning into your hololithic projectors, Warhammer Survivors is a fast-paced roguelite survivors’ game. Choosing from a roster of iconic Warhammer characters, you’ll lead champions against endless tides of enemies from the Warhammer 40,000 and Warhammer Age of Sigmar universes.   Today, in addition to announcing that the game will launch on PlayStation 5 later this year, we’re also revealing new playable characters, an arsenal of devastating weapons and a mighty menace in the form of the brutal and belligerent Orks.  Play Video The universes of Warhammer 40,000 and Warhammer Age of Sigmar are rich with iconic characters, legends and lore, and it is no easy feat when it comes to choosing which champions we add to the game. We think Warhammer fans are really going to like who we’ve revealed today: we’ve introduced several war veterans (in the form of Commissar Yarrick and The Legend of Catachan), the indomitable Chapter Master of the Ultramarines (Marneus Calgar) and even a Leman Russ tank.  Yep, that’s right. When Warhammer Survivors launches later this year, you’ll be able to command a Leman Russ Tank as Knight-Commander Pask. He is the largest Warhammer Survivors character we’ve revealed so far, and given the size of his indomitable battle tank, smaller enemies will easily be churned up under his tank treads. It’s a lot of fun to mow down fodder enemies while a voidship vaporises distant groups of enemies from above.  Speaking of heavy-duty weaponry, let me tell you about some of my favourites from those we’ve announced today. The Warhammer 40,000 universe is beset by a whole manner of xenos threats, so it’s only appropriate that these champions come equipped with a devastating array of new weapons.  The legendary Gauntlets of Ultramar call Marneus Calgar to your side. Not only does this evolved weapon crush enemies in an arc, but it also unleashes a torrent of bolter rounds that explode near and distant enemies. It really puts the bullet in bullet heaven.  My favourite is the D6 Dice. This is a cross-universe weapon, usable in both Warhammer 40,000 and Warhammer Age of Sigmar universes. The D6 Dice weapon rains several red dice (the number of which can be increased with passive abilities) from the screen, bouncing onto enemies and exploding – inflicting damage dependent on the number on the dice face that was rolled. There’s nothing greater than seeing a bucket of dice rain from the screen. As a long-time tabletop fan (I play Orks), I love this weapon.  The Orks are the second enemy faction we’ve revealed for the Warhammer 40,000 universe. This mob of boisterous bullies hurls a variety of enemy types at the player, from exploding Bomb Squigs to a giant conjured foot, which does not discriminate when it comes to crushing the player character or enemies alike. How many different Orks have you seen in our trailer?  Leading the charge is the biggest and meanest Ork of all – Ghazghkull Thraka. The prophet of the Waaagh! is no average Ork and to bring him down requires more than might.   You might be thinking: you’ve levelled up, upgraded your weapons, mercilessly slain hordes of enemies – you’ve won? Nope. At the end of every stage, you’ll be beset with an Extremis Boss (powerful enemy faction leaders), each with their own deadly attack patterns and mechanics. Ghazghkull, for example, slashes his Power Klaw in a telegraphed attack, shoots a hailstorm of dakka and calls tides of Orks to fight beside him in a great and raucous Waaagh.    I don’t want to spoil too much… but to defeat them, you’ll need more than a combination of upgraded and evolved weapons; there are plenty of secrets to be uncovered in Warhammer Survivors.  We’ve revealed new characters, weapons, and enemies. What’s next? Well, let’s just say we have a LOT more to show. Make sure you wishlist and follow our social channels to stay tuned for all the updates and reveals.  Warhammer Survivors launches on PlayStation 5 this year, so wishlist now – you don’t have long to wait. See you next time.

Title: "This is the most reasonable and wise thing to do": survival shooter Road to Vostok's dev plans to recharge a bit before tackling fixes and larger updates Date: Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:10:29 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/this-is-the-most-reasonable-and-wise-thing-to-do-survival-shooter-road-to-vostoks-dev-plans-to-recharge-a-bit-before-tackling-fixes-and-larger-updates Finnish survivashooter Road to Vostok has fared very well since wandering out of the early access gates last week, and its solo developer Antti Leinonen's now turning his thoughts towards how he'll build on that going forwards. However, he's keen not to rush into any fixes or work on overhauls/additions, instead taking some time to get back to 100% following what sounds like an intense push to this initial build. Read more

Title: No, Fable's release window chicken hasn't been kicked down the road, Playground Games say following report of potential GTA 6-related delay Date: Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:34:06 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/no-fables-release-window-chicken-hasnt-been-kicked-down-the-road-playground-games-say-following-report-of-potential-gta-6-related-delay Playground Games have taken to the socials to reiterate that their Fable reboot is still currently set to arrive in autumn 2026, while a report claming that it could slip beyond that point buzzes around. Read more

Title: "I couldn't protect it" Pete Hines says he left Microsoft-owned Bethesda because he didn't want to watch it be "damaged and broken apart and frankly mistreated, abused" Date: Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:30:00 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/i-couldnt-protect-it-pete-hines-says-he-left-microsoft-owned-bethesda-because-he-didnt-want-to-watch-it-be-damaged-and-broken-apart-and-frankly-mistreated-abused Following the release of Starfield back in 2023, one of the long-time faces of the publisher announced he was wandering off into the great retirement beyond. Pete Hines, who was head of publishing at the Fallout and Elder Scrolls maker, said at the time that walking away was "not a decision I came to easily or quickly", but that "the time is right". He's now expanded on what went into his exit, painting a pitcure that reflects far less rosily on Bethesda's current corporate overlords Microsoft, though the megacorp aren't explictly namedropped. Read more

Title: This week in PC games: sci-fi shooter Pragmata, 2.5D platformer Replaced, and the most wishlisted game on Steam compete with illuminated manuscripts Date: Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:52:30 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/this-week-in-pc-games-sci-fi-shooter-pragmata-25d-platformer-replaced-and-the-most-wishlisted-game-on-steam-compete-with-illuminated-manuscripts As you may well know, Edwin has been devoured by The Maw more than once in his time as news editor. Though you cant say he's not learned from the experience of being a digestee. Knowing that The Maw becomes particularly agitated in weeks stuffed with new releases, I suspect he saw the bloated Steam Upcoming chart and hastily booked his holiday, leaving us to wrangle the beast. Read more

Title: Stop Killing Games throw weight behind California bill that would force companies to either keep games working independently after server shutdowns or issue refunds Date: Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:01:24 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/stop-killing-games-throw-weight-behind-california-bill-that-would-force-companies-to-either-keep-games-working-independently-after-server-shutdowns-or-issue-refunds Stop Killing Games, the campaign group seeking to prevent online games being rendered unplayable when publishers shut down their servers, have moved to support a Californian bill that in its current form would require studios to either update games with impending server shutterings to they keep working independently aftwards or provide full refunds. The movement also claim their UK efforts are "far from dead in the water", noting they were called in to advise the Department for Culture, Media & Sport last week. Read more