Capcom Adds All 3 OG Resident Evil Games to Steam, But There's a Catch
https://www.ign.com/articles/capcom-adds-all-3-og-resident-evil-games-to-steam-but-theres-a-catch
Surprise! The first three instalments of Capcom's storied Resident Evil franchise — 1996's Resident Evil 1, 1998's Resident Evil 2, and 1999's Resident Evil 3: Nemesis — are now available to play on Steam.
https://www.ign.com/articles/capcom-adds-all-3-og-resident-evil-games-to-steam-but-theres-a-catch
Surprise! The first three instalments of Capcom's storied Resident Evil franchise — 1996's Resident Evil 1, 1998's Resident Evil 2, and 1999's Resident Evil 3: Nemesis — are now available to play on Steam.
GTA 5 Among a Handful of Games Leaving Xbox Game Pass This Month
https://www.ign.com/articles/gta-5-among-a-handful-of-games-leaving-xbox-game-pass-this-month
Microsoft has confirmed the batch of games leaving Xbox Game Pass this month, and among them is Grand Theft Auto 5.
https://www.ign.com/articles/gta-5-among-a-handful-of-games-leaving-xbox-game-pass-this-month
Microsoft has confirmed the batch of games leaving Xbox Game Pass this month, and among them is Grand Theft Auto 5.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Opens Huge, But Not Expected To Beat The 2023 Movie
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/the-super-mario-galaxy-movie-opens-huge-but-not-expected-to-beat-the-2023-movie/1100-6539174/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie hit theaters on April 1, and it's putting up huge numbers right out of the gate. The animated film brought in $34 million in the US for its opening day, which is good for the biggest opening day so far in 2026, outpacing Project Hail Mary ($33.1 million).It's also the highest opening for a movie that opened on a Wednesday in April in US history, beating a record set by April 2023's The Super Mario Bros. Movie ($31.7 million), according to Deadline (https://deadline.com/2026/04/box-office-super-mario-galaxy-movie-1236771415/).The Super Mario Bros. Movie went on to make $146.3 million over its first three days on Easter weekend in 2023 and $204.6 million over the five-day period from Wednesday-Sunday. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, meanwhile, is projected to make $128.2 million over its first three days and $186 million for its first five.Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/the-super-mario-galaxy-movie-opens-huge-but-not-expected-to-beat-the-2023-movie/1100-6539174/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/the-super-mario-galaxy-movie-opens-huge-but-not-expected-to-beat-the-2023-movie/1100-6539174/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie hit theaters on April 1, and it's putting up huge numbers right out of the gate. The animated film brought in $34 million in the US for its opening day, which is good for the biggest opening day so far in 2026, outpacing Project Hail Mary ($33.1 million).It's also the highest opening for a movie that opened on a Wednesday in April in US history, beating a record set by April 2023's The Super Mario Bros. Movie ($31.7 million), according to Deadline (https://deadline.com/2026/04/box-office-super-mario-galaxy-movie-1236771415/).The Super Mario Bros. Movie went on to make $146.3 million over its first three days on Easter weekend in 2023 and $204.6 million over the five-day period from Wednesday-Sunday. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, meanwhile, is projected to make $128.2 million over its first three days and $186 million for its first five.Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/the-super-mario-galaxy-movie-opens-huge-but-not-expected-to-beat-the-2023-movie/1100-6539174/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
Crimson Desert Continues To Reach New Sales Heights
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/crimson-desert-continues-to-reach-new-sales-heights/1100-6539176/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f
The RPG Crimson Desert (https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/crimson-desert-review-highest-fantasy/1900-6418474/) from developer Pearl Abyss continues to put up strong sales numbers. The Korean studio has now confirmed that Crimson Desert has passed 4 million in sales.That's up from 2 million sales in the game's first 24 hours and 3 million in sales after less than a week. (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/crimson-desert-reaches-another-sales-milestone/1100-6538970/) "Thank you to all the Greymanes who have been a part of this journey with us and for all of your incredible love and support," Pearl Abyss said (https://x.com/CrimsonDesert_/status/2039160829539701103) of the new sales milestone.Crimson Desert released on March 19, and Pearl Abyss has released numerous updates since then to address issues and fan feedback. One of the biggest updates replaced AI-generated art that fans noticed (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/crimson-desert-update-seemingly-replaces-ai-artwork/1100-6539094/). Pearl Abyss hasn't fixed or addressed everything, though, as fans are still irked by the game's inventory management. (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/crimson-deserts-inventory-management-is-still-irking-players/1100-6539160/) On the more positive side, fans have discovered all kinds of cool stuff in the game, including the best drip (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/crimson-desert-players-are-finding-the-best-drip-around/1100-6539165/) and how NPCs will do work for you. (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/crimson-desert-players-love-watching-npcs-work-in-real-time/1100-6539161/)Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/crimson-desert-continues-to-reach-new-sales-heights/1100-6539176/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/crimson-desert-continues-to-reach-new-sales-heights/1100-6539176/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f
The RPG Crimson Desert (https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/crimson-desert-review-highest-fantasy/1900-6418474/) from developer Pearl Abyss continues to put up strong sales numbers. The Korean studio has now confirmed that Crimson Desert has passed 4 million in sales.That's up from 2 million sales in the game's first 24 hours and 3 million in sales after less than a week. (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/crimson-desert-reaches-another-sales-milestone/1100-6538970/) "Thank you to all the Greymanes who have been a part of this journey with us and for all of your incredible love and support," Pearl Abyss said (https://x.com/CrimsonDesert_/status/2039160829539701103) of the new sales milestone.Crimson Desert released on March 19, and Pearl Abyss has released numerous updates since then to address issues and fan feedback. One of the biggest updates replaced AI-generated art that fans noticed (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/crimson-desert-update-seemingly-replaces-ai-artwork/1100-6539094/). Pearl Abyss hasn't fixed or addressed everything, though, as fans are still irked by the game's inventory management. (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/crimson-deserts-inventory-management-is-still-irking-players/1100-6539160/) On the more positive side, fans have discovered all kinds of cool stuff in the game, including the best drip (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/crimson-desert-players-are-finding-the-best-drip-around/1100-6539165/) and how NPCs will do work for you. (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/crimson-desert-players-love-watching-npcs-work-in-real-time/1100-6539161/)Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/crimson-desert-continues-to-reach-new-sales-heights/1100-6539176/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
Resident Evil Creator's New Studio Sold To Stellar Blade Owner
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/resident-evil-creators-new-studio-sold-to-stellar-blade-owner/1100-6539178/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f
Resident Evil creator Shinji Mikami has sold his new studio, Unbound, to Stellar Blade owner Shift Up.Unbound is currently working on "original" PC and console based games that Shift Up said are being designed to appeal to the "global market." You can watch the announcement video for the partnership below.Fans have theorized that some of the eerie-looking art mixed in with the developer quotes might be for whatever Unbound is working on, but that remains to be confirmed. Mikami is known for his work on spooky games, and the art in the video surely seems to be in line with that.Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/resident-evil-creators-new-studio-sold-to-stellar-blade-owner/1100-6539178/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/resident-evil-creators-new-studio-sold-to-stellar-blade-owner/1100-6539178/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f
Resident Evil creator Shinji Mikami has sold his new studio, Unbound, to Stellar Blade owner Shift Up.Unbound is currently working on "original" PC and console based games that Shift Up said are being designed to appeal to the "global market." You can watch the announcement video for the partnership below.Fans have theorized that some of the eerie-looking art mixed in with the developer quotes might be for whatever Unbound is working on, but that remains to be confirmed. Mikami is known for his work on spooky games, and the art in the video surely seems to be in line with that.Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/resident-evil-creators-new-studio-sold-to-stellar-blade-owner/1100-6539178/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
Xbox FanFest Goes On Tour For 25th Anniversary, Making Stops In 7 Countries
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/xbox-fanfest-goes-on-tour-for-25th-anniversary-making-stops-in-7-countries/1100-6539175/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f
Microsoft is bringing back the Xbox FanFest event this year, and it's going on tour to help celebrate Xbox's 25th anniversary. Microsoft announced today that in addition to the Xbox FanFest that was already announced for Los Angeles, the show will hit the road and make seven stops globally.These will include:Cologne, GermanyLondon, UKMexico City, MexicoSeattle, USASydney, AustraliaTokyo, JapanToronto, CanadaMicrosoft said each FanFest will be "unique to the location in which it's held." Fans can expect "in-person experiences that bring the worlds of Xbox to life with opportunities for players to connect with one another," Microsoft said.Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/xbox-fanfest-goes-on-tour-for-25th-anniversary-making-stops-in-7-countries/1100-6539175/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/xbox-fanfest-goes-on-tour-for-25th-anniversary-making-stops-in-7-countries/1100-6539175/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f
Microsoft is bringing back the Xbox FanFest event this year, and it's going on tour to help celebrate Xbox's 25th anniversary. Microsoft announced today that in addition to the Xbox FanFest that was already announced for Los Angeles, the show will hit the road and make seven stops globally.These will include:Cologne, GermanyLondon, UKMexico City, MexicoSeattle, USASydney, AustraliaTokyo, JapanToronto, CanadaMicrosoft said each FanFest will be "unique to the location in which it's held." Fans can expect "in-person experiences that bring the worlds of Xbox to life with opportunities for players to connect with one another," Microsoft said.Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/xbox-fanfest-goes-on-tour-for-25th-anniversary-making-stops-in-7-countries/1100-6539175/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
PUBG Has Its Sights Set on Fortnite as It Aims to Become 'A Global Cultural Icon'
https://www.ign.com/articles/pubg-has-its-sights-set-on-fortnite-as-it-aims-to-become-a-global-cultural-icon
PUBG has its sights set on Fortnite as it aims to become “A global cultural icon”. Here's how the original battle royale is tackling the future, starting with sci-fi roguelite mode, Xeno Point.
https://www.ign.com/articles/pubg-has-its-sights-set-on-fortnite-as-it-aims-to-become-a-global-cultural-icon
PUBG has its sights set on Fortnite as it aims to become “A global cultural icon”. Here's how the original battle royale is tackling the future, starting with sci-fi roguelite mode, Xeno Point.
Songs of Glimmerwick Is a Stylish, Stardew Valley-ish RPG Set in a Harry Potter-esque World | IGN Preview
https://www.ign.com/articles/songs-of-glimmerwick-is-a-stylish-stardew-valley-ish-rpg-set-in-a-harry-potter-esque-world-ign-preview
I poured a full weekend into Songs of Glimmerwick's demo content and came away wanting more in a way that honestly reminded me of discovering Stardew Valley for the first time as a young adult, or (further back) of being a kid stumbling into Harvest Moon for the first time and realizing I could just live in this little world that I’m contributing to. Except, Songs of Glimmerwick pleasantly surprised me with somehow more layers of whimsy and fairytale wonder than either of those, and it makes me feel like I've only turned the first page of something sprawling.
https://www.ign.com/articles/songs-of-glimmerwick-is-a-stylish-stardew-valley-ish-rpg-set-in-a-harry-potter-esque-world-ign-preview
I poured a full weekend into Songs of Glimmerwick's demo content and came away wanting more in a way that honestly reminded me of discovering Stardew Valley for the first time as a young adult, or (further back) of being a kid stumbling into Harvest Moon for the first time and realizing I could just live in this little world that I’m contributing to. Except, Songs of Glimmerwick pleasantly surprised me with somehow more layers of whimsy and fairytale wonder than either of those, and it makes me feel like I've only turned the first page of something sprawling.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Was Never Framed As A Sequel
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/the-super-mario-galaxy-movie-was-never-framed-as-a-sequel/1100-6539183/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is now in theaters, but don't call it a sequel to 2023's The Super Mario Bros. Movie. It was never designed to be a sequel to that film or a re-telling of Super Mario Galaxy the game.In an interview with Polygon (https://www.polygon.com/super-mario-galaxy-movie-smash-bros-shigeru-miyamoto-interview/), Illumination boss Chris Meledandri said the team kicked around ideas for a follow-up to The Super Mario Bros. Movie, and some of the possibilities included a Super Mario World or Super Mario Odyssey movie. However, the qualities of Super Mario Galaxy--including the cinematic and dramatic opportunities--were "immediately exciting," he said."Just the whole feeling of the drama that's associated with Rosalina as a character and how that's reflected in the music of Galaxy. That feeling was something we thought could really inform a new story," Meledandri said.Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/the-super-mario-galaxy-movie-was-never-framed-as-a-sequel/1100-6539183/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/the-super-mario-galaxy-movie-was-never-framed-as-a-sequel/1100-6539183/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is now in theaters, but don't call it a sequel to 2023's The Super Mario Bros. Movie. It was never designed to be a sequel to that film or a re-telling of Super Mario Galaxy the game.In an interview with Polygon (https://www.polygon.com/super-mario-galaxy-movie-smash-bros-shigeru-miyamoto-interview/), Illumination boss Chris Meledandri said the team kicked around ideas for a follow-up to The Super Mario Bros. Movie, and some of the possibilities included a Super Mario World or Super Mario Odyssey movie. However, the qualities of Super Mario Galaxy--including the cinematic and dramatic opportunities--were "immediately exciting," he said."Just the whole feeling of the drama that's associated with Rosalina as a character and how that's reflected in the music of Galaxy. That feeling was something we thought could really inform a new story," Meledandri said.Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/the-super-mario-galaxy-movie-was-never-framed-as-a-sequel/1100-6539183/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
More Games Need To Be Honest About Not Being Finished Yet
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/more-games-need-to-be-honest-about-not-being-finished-yet/1100-6539179/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f
We are shy of two weeks out from the launch of Crimson Desert (https://www.gamespot.com/games/crimson-desert/), and while I personally have been enjoying my time with the game, I feel it has been one of the more egregious examples of a modern trend in gaming: titles releasing as 1.0 when they should be releasing as Early Access.Since the launch of Crimson Desert, the game has added a storage chest at the main hub for players to offload items they don’t want to carry, but also don’t want to lose. It’s added a bunch of fast travel points all over the map, including one at that main hub; before this, it took hours of gameplay to unlock a fast travel point, even if you were kind of close to that location. It’s also added new items known as Refinement Tokens, which allow players to quickly upgrade any low-level gear they come across to something more usable, without having to waste a bunch of resources in doing so. These aren’t little tweaks and fixes; these changes completely transform the experience of playing the game.Before digital releases and internet connectivity, patches were nearly impossible, especially on consoles. Once a game was out in the wild, that was pretty much it. No changes could be made; any issues with the game or exploits players could leverage were forever etched into that experience. Now, developers are able to make alterations weeks, months, or even years after a game’s release. I do lament the idea of things like Pokémon Red and Blue’s Missing No., or the backward long jump in Super Mario 64, being removed in update patches if those games were to have been released today.Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/more-games-need-to-be-honest-about-not-being-finished-yet/1100-6539179/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/more-games-need-to-be-honest-about-not-being-finished-yet/1100-6539179/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f
We are shy of two weeks out from the launch of Crimson Desert (https://www.gamespot.com/games/crimson-desert/), and while I personally have been enjoying my time with the game, I feel it has been one of the more egregious examples of a modern trend in gaming: titles releasing as 1.0 when they should be releasing as Early Access.Since the launch of Crimson Desert, the game has added a storage chest at the main hub for players to offload items they don’t want to carry, but also don’t want to lose. It’s added a bunch of fast travel points all over the map, including one at that main hub; before this, it took hours of gameplay to unlock a fast travel point, even if you were kind of close to that location. It’s also added new items known as Refinement Tokens, which allow players to quickly upgrade any low-level gear they come across to something more usable, without having to waste a bunch of resources in doing so. These aren’t little tweaks and fixes; these changes completely transform the experience of playing the game.Before digital releases and internet connectivity, patches were nearly impossible, especially on consoles. Once a game was out in the wild, that was pretty much it. No changes could be made; any issues with the game or exploits players could leverage were forever etched into that experience. Now, developers are able to make alterations weeks, months, or even years after a game’s release. I do lament the idea of things like Pokémon Red and Blue’s Missing No., or the backward long jump in Super Mario 64, being removed in update patches if those games were to have been released today.Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/more-games-need-to-be-honest-about-not-being-finished-yet/1100-6539179/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
The Rumored New Star Fox Game Needs This One Big Change If It's Going To Succeed
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/the-rumored-new-star-fox-game-needs-this-one-big-change-if-its-going-to-succeed/1100-6539191/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f
Fox McCloud is probably better known as a Super Smash Bros. fighter than the protagonist of the Star Fox franchise these days, but last week saw two unexpected developments for the anthropomorphic hero: 1) Glen Powell announced he voices Fox in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/the-super-mario-galaxy-movie-recruited-a-top-gun-to-voice-fox-mccloud/1100-6539068/), and 2) There's a reported Star Fox game coming out soon for Switch 2 (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/the-legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-remake-new-star-fox-game-in-development-for-switch-2-report/1100-6539069/) . According to the Star Fox leak, the upcoming game will supposedly feature "classic-style" action. In other words, it will play like Star Fox 64 and be an on-rails shooter. That's fine and dandy, but I'd argue Nintendo needs to take a different flight path with this new Star Fox.Rather than retread old territory, this rumored Switch 2 game should look to Hades 2 (https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/hades-2-review-witching-hours/1900-6418231/) for inspiration, as the critically acclaimed roguelite best exemplifies how to mix story with replayability--two things Fox and his flight crew's upcoming adventure to take out Andross will need. Though this might seem like a departure from the original Star Fox, Star Fox 64 already incorporated roguelite aspects, as saving Slippy in a level could lead to alternate pathways through the Lylat System (https://starfox.fandom.com/wiki/Lylat_System). Plus, the arcade nature of the 1997 title leads to a very short playtime to complete, something that arguably would be deemed unacceptable today--especially if Nintendo charges a premium price of $70.So let's get started with our roguelike recommendations for this new, but unofficial, Star Fox game. The Great Fox (https://starfox.fandom.com/wiki/Great_Fox) can act as a main hub, where Fox can chat with General Pepper about his overall mission before heading out in the Arwing. Obviously, this flagship will serve as an important location that Fox returns to whenever he gets shot down on his adventure. It'd be nice to maybe see Falco Lombardi, Peppy Hare, and Slippy Toad hanging out here, too. Maybe Fox can only choose one wingmate at a time, with each companion offering different power-ups or abilities on a run. For example, bringing along Falco ups your Arwing's firepower, while picking Peppy leads to more tactical debuffs on enemies.Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/the-rumored-new-star-fox-game-needs-this-one-big-change-if-its-going-to-succeed/1100-6539191/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/the-rumored-new-star-fox-game-needs-this-one-big-change-if-its-going-to-succeed/1100-6539191/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f
Fox McCloud is probably better known as a Super Smash Bros. fighter than the protagonist of the Star Fox franchise these days, but last week saw two unexpected developments for the anthropomorphic hero: 1) Glen Powell announced he voices Fox in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/the-super-mario-galaxy-movie-recruited-a-top-gun-to-voice-fox-mccloud/1100-6539068/), and 2) There's a reported Star Fox game coming out soon for Switch 2 (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/the-legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-remake-new-star-fox-game-in-development-for-switch-2-report/1100-6539069/) . According to the Star Fox leak, the upcoming game will supposedly feature "classic-style" action. In other words, it will play like Star Fox 64 and be an on-rails shooter. That's fine and dandy, but I'd argue Nintendo needs to take a different flight path with this new Star Fox.Rather than retread old territory, this rumored Switch 2 game should look to Hades 2 (https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/hades-2-review-witching-hours/1900-6418231/) for inspiration, as the critically acclaimed roguelite best exemplifies how to mix story with replayability--two things Fox and his flight crew's upcoming adventure to take out Andross will need. Though this might seem like a departure from the original Star Fox, Star Fox 64 already incorporated roguelite aspects, as saving Slippy in a level could lead to alternate pathways through the Lylat System (https://starfox.fandom.com/wiki/Lylat_System). Plus, the arcade nature of the 1997 title leads to a very short playtime to complete, something that arguably would be deemed unacceptable today--especially if Nintendo charges a premium price of $70.So let's get started with our roguelike recommendations for this new, but unofficial, Star Fox game. The Great Fox (https://starfox.fandom.com/wiki/Great_Fox) can act as a main hub, where Fox can chat with General Pepper about his overall mission before heading out in the Arwing. Obviously, this flagship will serve as an important location that Fox returns to whenever he gets shot down on his adventure. It'd be nice to maybe see Falco Lombardi, Peppy Hare, and Slippy Toad hanging out here, too. Maybe Fox can only choose one wingmate at a time, with each companion offering different power-ups or abilities on a run. For example, bringing along Falco ups your Arwing's firepower, while picking Peppy leads to more tactical debuffs on enemies.Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/the-rumored-new-star-fox-game-needs-this-one-big-change-if-its-going-to-succeed/1100-6539191/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
Call Of Duty Gets Anti-Cheat Upgrades And New 2FA Requirements For Season 3
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/call-of-duty-gets-anti-cheat-upgrades-and-new-2fa-requirements-for-season-3/1100-6539193/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f
Season 3 of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 (https://www.gamespot.com/games/call-of-duty-black-ops-7/) and Warzone (https://www.gamespot.com/games/call-of-duty-warzone/) is loaded with new content across all modes, and the big update also comes bundled with additional anti-cheat protections. Activision's latest Ricochet anti-cheat blog (https://www.callofduty.com/blog/2026/04/call-of-duty-black-ops-7-ricochet-anti-cheat-season-03) reveals an additional crackdown on unapproved third-party hardware and new verification requirements for new accounts on PC.Last season, Call of Duty's Ricochet anti-cheat detections received upgrades (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/call-of-duty-gets-anti-cheat-upgrades-for-season-2-and-ranked-play/1100-6537835/) designed to target unapproved third-party hardware, such as the Cronus Zen and XIM Matrix devices that could be used to alter player inputs and offer an unfair advantage. Season 3's update continues the fight against those third-party detections with an evolved detection system."Our detections focus on how inputs behave during gameplay, not just which device is plugged in. This allows us to identify patterns that fall outside expected human play, even as device setups change," the publisher explained. "With Season 3, we are expanding our detection systems that target these tools."Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/call-of-duty-gets-anti-cheat-upgrades-and-new-2fa-requirements-for-season-3/1100-6539193/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/call-of-duty-gets-anti-cheat-upgrades-and-new-2fa-requirements-for-season-3/1100-6539193/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f
Season 3 of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 (https://www.gamespot.com/games/call-of-duty-black-ops-7/) and Warzone (https://www.gamespot.com/games/call-of-duty-warzone/) is loaded with new content across all modes, and the big update also comes bundled with additional anti-cheat protections. Activision's latest Ricochet anti-cheat blog (https://www.callofduty.com/blog/2026/04/call-of-duty-black-ops-7-ricochet-anti-cheat-season-03) reveals an additional crackdown on unapproved third-party hardware and new verification requirements for new accounts on PC.Last season, Call of Duty's Ricochet anti-cheat detections received upgrades (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/call-of-duty-gets-anti-cheat-upgrades-for-season-2-and-ranked-play/1100-6537835/) designed to target unapproved third-party hardware, such as the Cronus Zen and XIM Matrix devices that could be used to alter player inputs and offer an unfair advantage. Season 3's update continues the fight against those third-party detections with an evolved detection system."Our detections focus on how inputs behave during gameplay, not just which device is plugged in. This allows us to identify patterns that fall outside expected human play, even as device setups change," the publisher explained. "With Season 3, we are expanding our detection systems that target these tools."Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/call-of-duty-gets-anti-cheat-upgrades-and-new-2fa-requirements-for-season-3/1100-6539193/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
"Nothing In Our Games Will Be AI-generated. Ever," Says Warframe Community Director
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/nothing-in-our-games-will-be-ai-generated-ever-says-warframe-director/1100-6539194/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f
On March 25, 2013, Digital Extremes launched a free-to-play sci-fi action title called Warframe, putting players in the roles of the Tenno, fighting against interstellar evils across the galaxy. What started with humble beginnings has now grown into one of the most successful live-service games on the market, and after celebrating Warframe's 13th birthday, and with its new sibling, Soulframe, Digital Extremes wants to prove it still has plenty to offer its fans.GameSpot sat down with Warframe community director Megan Everett at PAX East 2026, just after she completed a Warframe- and Soulframe-focused panel on the main stage. We spoke about the new Shadowgrapher update, Warframe's jump to Nintendo Switch 2, the studio's stance on generative AI, and more.Enter the ShadowgrapherThe latest Warframe update adds a new playable character to the mix in Follie, an imposing figure who uses inks and paints as weapons in battle. The limited-time game mode introduced with her, Follie's Hunt, forces players into a 4v1 showdown with Follie that invokes similar feelings to horror title Dead by Daylight or other similar asymmetric multiplayer games.Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/nothing-in-our-games-will-be-ai-generated-ever-says-warframe-director/1100-6539194/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
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On March 25, 2013, Digital Extremes launched a free-to-play sci-fi action title called Warframe, putting players in the roles of the Tenno, fighting against interstellar evils across the galaxy. What started with humble beginnings has now grown into one of the most successful live-service games on the market, and after celebrating Warframe's 13th birthday, and with its new sibling, Soulframe, Digital Extremes wants to prove it still has plenty to offer its fans.GameSpot sat down with Warframe community director Megan Everett at PAX East 2026, just after she completed a Warframe- and Soulframe-focused panel on the main stage. We spoke about the new Shadowgrapher update, Warframe's jump to Nintendo Switch 2, the studio's stance on generative AI, and more.Enter the ShadowgrapherThe latest Warframe update adds a new playable character to the mix in Follie, an imposing figure who uses inks and paints as weapons in battle. The limited-time game mode introduced with her, Follie's Hunt, forces players into a 4v1 showdown with Follie that invokes similar feelings to horror title Dead by Daylight or other similar asymmetric multiplayer games.Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/nothing-in-our-games-will-be-ai-generated-ever-says-warframe-director/1100-6539194/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
Amazon Prime Members Can Get These 20 Games For Free In April
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The month has just begun, and if you're looking to grab a few free games, then you can check out everything that Amazon Luna has to offer in April. Amazon Prime members can claim these 12 PC games and eight more via the cloud for a total of 20 freebies. One of the best games being offered this month, XCOM: Enemy Unkown Complete Pack, is available right now, and it's perfect for anyone looking to engage in some high-stakes turn-based tactical action.As a reminder, all of the free games that you claim through Amazon Luna are yours to keep forever, even if your subscription expires. If you aren't a member, you can sign up for Amazon Luna (https://www.amazon.com/gp/prime/pipeline/signup?tag=gamespot-promos-20&tag=gamespot-buybutton-20) for as little as $15 for one month to take advantage of the subscription and its freebies. Sign up for Amazon Prime (https://www.amazon.com/gp/prime/pipeline/signup?tag=gamespot-promos-20) Amazon Luna Free Games For April 2026April 2XCOM: Enemy Unknown Complete Pack (GOG)Total War: Pharaoh Dynasties (Epic Games Store)April 9A Rat's Quest: The Way Back Home (Epic Games Store)King of Retail (GOG)April 16Snake Core (GOG)Monster Harvest (Epic Games Store)Detective Agency: Gray Tie Collector's Edition (Legacy games code)April 23Neo Cab (GOG)The Pale Beyond (GOG)April 30KinnikuNeko: Super Muscle Cat (Epic Game Store)Fantasy General (GOG)Pinball Spire (GOG)Prime subscribers will also be able to play the following new games in March via the Luna channel:Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/amazon-prime-members-can-get-these-20-games-for-free-in-april/1100-6539190/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
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The month has just begun, and if you're looking to grab a few free games, then you can check out everything that Amazon Luna has to offer in April. Amazon Prime members can claim these 12 PC games and eight more via the cloud for a total of 20 freebies. One of the best games being offered this month, XCOM: Enemy Unkown Complete Pack, is available right now, and it's perfect for anyone looking to engage in some high-stakes turn-based tactical action.As a reminder, all of the free games that you claim through Amazon Luna are yours to keep forever, even if your subscription expires. If you aren't a member, you can sign up for Amazon Luna (https://www.amazon.com/gp/prime/pipeline/signup?tag=gamespot-promos-20&tag=gamespot-buybutton-20) for as little as $15 for one month to take advantage of the subscription and its freebies. Sign up for Amazon Prime (https://www.amazon.com/gp/prime/pipeline/signup?tag=gamespot-promos-20) Amazon Luna Free Games For April 2026April 2XCOM: Enemy Unknown Complete Pack (GOG)Total War: Pharaoh Dynasties (Epic Games Store)April 9A Rat's Quest: The Way Back Home (Epic Games Store)King of Retail (GOG)April 16Snake Core (GOG)Monster Harvest (Epic Games Store)Detective Agency: Gray Tie Collector's Edition (Legacy games code)April 23Neo Cab (GOG)The Pale Beyond (GOG)April 30KinnikuNeko: Super Muscle Cat (Epic Game Store)Fantasy General (GOG)Pinball Spire (GOG)Prime subscribers will also be able to play the following new games in March via the Luna channel:Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/amazon-prime-members-can-get-these-20-games-for-free-in-april/1100-6539190/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 Free Trial Goes Live With 30+ Maps And Double XP
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If you're looking for something to play this weekend, Activision's Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is currently having a free trial weekend, and it arrives just in time for the new Season 3 launch.Now through April 6, everyone can play all 30+ multiplayer and Zombies maps, along with 8+ multiplayer modes and 5+ Zombies modes. You can check out some of the free content in the video below. The free trial arrives on the same day as Black Ops 7 and Warzone's big Season 3 update (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/cod-black-ops-7-and-warzone-season-3-release-date-and-details/1100-6538953/). Additionally, new playlists are now available (https://x.com/Treyarch/status/2039774511114133902) in Black Ops 7, including Demolition and Season 3 Moshpit. What's more, double XP is turned on through April 6, so everyone jumping in with the free trial or the full game will be doubly rewarded for a period of time.Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/call-of-duty-black-ops-7-free-trial-goes-live-with-30-maps-and-double-xp/1100-6539196/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
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If you're looking for something to play this weekend, Activision's Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is currently having a free trial weekend, and it arrives just in time for the new Season 3 launch.Now through April 6, everyone can play all 30+ multiplayer and Zombies maps, along with 8+ multiplayer modes and 5+ Zombies modes. You can check out some of the free content in the video below. The free trial arrives on the same day as Black Ops 7 and Warzone's big Season 3 update (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/cod-black-ops-7-and-warzone-season-3-release-date-and-details/1100-6538953/). Additionally, new playlists are now available (https://x.com/Treyarch/status/2039774511114133902) in Black Ops 7, including Demolition and Season 3 Moshpit. What's more, double XP is turned on through April 6, so everyone jumping in with the free trial or the full game will be doubly rewarded for a period of time.Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/call-of-duty-black-ops-7-free-trial-goes-live-with-30-maps-and-double-xp/1100-6539196/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
Super Battle Golf Update Gives You A Rocket Driver To Ramp Up The Chaos
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/super-battle-golf-update-gives-you-a-rocket-driver-to-ramp-up-the-chaos/1100-6539192/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f
Super Battle Golf, the chaotic arcade-style golf game where everyone plays at the same time, is getting a new update on April 9 that adds new holes, a new game mechanic, and more items to dial up the mayhem even further.The Frozen Fairway update adds the snow biome, featuring nine new holes set in chilly locations. The holes are themed around winter, so players can expect icy terrain and slippery conditions to make hitting the golf ball more challenging. Additionally, nine more holes are being added to existing maps.In terms of new mechanics, the Frozen Fairway update introduces wind to the mix. Like in real life, players will need to change their strategies based on wind speed and direction. There are two new items in the update that players can use to save themselves or sabotage others, including the Rocket Driver and the Freeze Bomb.Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/super-battle-golf-update-gives-you-a-rocket-driver-to-ramp-up-the-chaos/1100-6539192/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/super-battle-golf-update-gives-you-a-rocket-driver-to-ramp-up-the-chaos/1100-6539192/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f
Super Battle Golf, the chaotic arcade-style golf game where everyone plays at the same time, is getting a new update on April 9 that adds new holes, a new game mechanic, and more items to dial up the mayhem even further.The Frozen Fairway update adds the snow biome, featuring nine new holes set in chilly locations. The holes are themed around winter, so players can expect icy terrain and slippery conditions to make hitting the golf ball more challenging. Additionally, nine more holes are being added to existing maps.In terms of new mechanics, the Frozen Fairway update introduces wind to the mix. Like in real life, players will need to change their strategies based on wind speed and direction. There are two new items in the update that players can use to save themselves or sabotage others, including the Rocket Driver and the Freeze Bomb.Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/super-battle-golf-update-gives-you-a-rocket-driver-to-ramp-up-the-chaos/1100-6539192/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
After Peak's Success, Its Devs Face Burnout and Big Decisions
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/after-peaks-success-its-devs-face-burnout-and-big-decisions/1100-6539195/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f
Change often leaves indie developers balancing their own creative plans with what players expect after a hit. Success, especially sudden success, can reshape a studio's future overnight.Players now expect ongoing updates, long-term support, and clear roadmaps. But even at the highest level, that model is difficult to sustain. Recent layoffs at Epic Games (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/fortnite-dev-lays-off-staff-shutting-down-games/1100-6538980/), the company behind Fortnite, highlighted how demanding live support has become. The tension between long-term vision and player demand is becoming harder to manage. Indie teams face similar pressure without the same resources.Aggro Crab, the studio behind Peak, is one such team. However, the studio's legacy didn't start with a live-service title; instead it began with a comedic-yet-brutal soul like: Another Crab's Treasure. The title was a commercial and critical success, elevating the studio to new heights. But after finishing Another Crab's Treasure back in 2024, Aggro Crab's small team was exhausted. The three-year project left everyone drained.Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/after-peaks-success-its-devs-face-burnout-and-big-decisions/1100-6539195/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/after-peaks-success-its-devs-face-burnout-and-big-decisions/1100-6539195/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f
Change often leaves indie developers balancing their own creative plans with what players expect after a hit. Success, especially sudden success, can reshape a studio's future overnight.Players now expect ongoing updates, long-term support, and clear roadmaps. But even at the highest level, that model is difficult to sustain. Recent layoffs at Epic Games (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/fortnite-dev-lays-off-staff-shutting-down-games/1100-6538980/), the company behind Fortnite, highlighted how demanding live support has become. The tension between long-term vision and player demand is becoming harder to manage. Indie teams face similar pressure without the same resources.Aggro Crab, the studio behind Peak, is one such team. However, the studio's legacy didn't start with a live-service title; instead it began with a comedic-yet-brutal soul like: Another Crab's Treasure. The title was a commercial and critical success, elevating the studio to new heights. But after finishing Another Crab's Treasure back in 2024, Aggro Crab's small team was exhausted. The three-year project left everyone drained.Continue Reading at GameSpot (https://www.gamespot.com/articles/after-peaks-success-its-devs-face-burnout-and-big-decisions/1100-6539195/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/)
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Will Get A Premium Art Book This Fall
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The Art of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Collector's Edition (Hardcover) (https://store.udonentertainment.com/products/the-art-of-clair-obscur-expedition-33-collectors-edition) $100 | Releases November 2026 (https://store.udonentertainment.com/products/the-art-of-clair-obscur-expedition-33-collectors-edition) Preorder at Udon (https://store.udonentertainment.com/products/the-art-of-clair-obscur-expedition-33-collectors-edition) Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (https://www.gamespot.com/) was one of 2025's biggest hits, a gorgeous turn-based RPG that came out of nowhere and became an instant classic on launch day. One striking feature of the game is its art direction, and if you want to explore how Sandfall Interactive combined classic art influences with modern inspiration, you can do so with this new art book. Ahead of its November 24 release, The Art of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (https://www.amazon.com/dp/1772944211?tag=gamespot-preorders-20)is on sale for $57 (was $60) on Amazon, and publisher Udon Entertainment is also offering an exclusive Collector's Edition (https://store.udonentertainment.com/products/the-art-of-clair-obscur-expedition-33-collectors-edition)for $100. The Art of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (Hardcover) (https://www.amazon.com/dp/1772944211?tag=gamespot-preorders-20) $57 (was $60) | Releases November 24 (https://www.amazon.com/dp/1772944211?tag=gamespot-preorders-20)