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March 31
- Satisfactory is finally getting controller support and much more in next update➀ Satisfactory is receiving a 1.1 update with new features; ➁ Controller support is a highlight; ➂ The update includes additions like photo mode, new conveyor belts, and more.
- PowerColor AM10 Wireless Mouse Review➀ The PowerColor AM10 Wireless gaming mouse is reviewed, highlighting its features such as the Pixart PAW 3395 sensor, Omron mechanical switches, and ergonomic design. It supports high polling rates and has a good battery life. The review mentions its pros and cons, including comfortable design, high polling rates, and some issues with the software and side buttons. ➁ The AM10 is considered a decent mouse from PowerColor, especially for its price point under £100. ➂ The review concludes with a rating of 7.5.
- Sony shares new details on Sucker Punch Productions’ Ghost of Yotei➀ Sony has provided new details on Sucker Punch Productions' upcoming Ghost of Yotei; ➁ The game is set to release in 2025 and is being developed for PlayStation 5 with enhanced performance and visuals; ➂ New mechanics, gameplay improvements, and weapons are being introduced for the protagonist Atsu.
- The Legend of Zelda film will in fact be an entire trilogy, claims insider➀ An insider claims that the upcoming Legend of Zelda film will be part of a trilogy; ➁ The films are reportedly set to release within 6 years; ➂ This could mean Nintendo's plans for the Zelda film are more expansive than initially thought.
- Leakers offer a ton of updates on Xbox games coming to PS5➀ Leakers provide updates on Xbox games coming to PS5; ➁ Microsoft confirms Forza Horizon 5 and Indiana Jones and The Great Circle for PS5; ➂ Starfield was planned for PS5 release last year; ➃ Halo's addition to PlayStation still seems to be going ahead.
- Naughty Dog has a second mystery game in development right now➀ Naughty Dog has been relatively quiet since the release of The Last of Us Part II in 2020; ➁ it is reported that they are working on a second secret project, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and another mystery game; ➂ the mystery game has been in development for three years and is being headed by Shaun Escayg.
March 30
- Nvidia is requiring manufacturers to share TDP of laptops powered by RTX 50 GPUs➀ Nvidia is requiring manufacturers to disclose detailed graphics power specifications for laptops with GeForce RTX 50 series GPUs; ➁ This move aims to eliminate ambiguity surrounding hidden performance limitations; ➂ Clear TGP and TDP figures empower consumers to make informed purchasing decisions.
- ‘high-end’ Intel Battlemage GPU was reportedly cancelled in late 2024➀ The high-end 'Battlemage' GPU from Intel was reportedly cancelled in late 2024; ➁ The cancellation of the higher-end 'Battlemage' GPU may lead to speculation about the upcoming 'Celestial' discrete GPUs; ➂ No new information about the 'Celestial' project is available at this time.
- European retailer selling RTX 50 GPUs with missing ROPs as B-stock➀ Several RTX 50 series GPUs have been found with missing ROPs, leading to lower performance. ➁ A European retailer, Alternate, has listed these defective GPUs as 'B stock' at the same price as their fully functional counterparts. ➂ Consumers cannot return these cards for a full ROPs version, but standard EU consumer protection laws still apply.
- KitGuru Games: The Genius Casting of Kaitlyn Dever in HBO’s The Last of Us➀ The article discusses the casting of Kaitlyn Dever as Abby in HBO's The Last of Us Season 2; ➁ It reflects on the original fan-casting for the film adaptation and the anticipation surrounding it; ➂ The author analyzes the significance of Dever's casting as Abby, a polarizing character, and its potential impact on viewers' interpretations of the story's themes.
March 28
- Nintendo teases upgraded ‘Switch 2 Edition’ games➀ Nintendo announced a new digital game handling system with the Switch Virtual Card system; ➁ The system allows players to share digital games with friends and family under certain limitations; ➂ The FAQ page hints at the transition from Switch 1 to Switch 2, indicating that some major Switch titles will be updated for the new hardware.
- Ubisoft spins off Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry and Rainbow Six to new subsidiary company➀ Ubisoft is spinning off its most valuable IPs, Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Rainbow Six, into a new subsidiary; ➁ Tencent will acquire a 25% stake in the new company; ➂ The move aims to boost the franchises' global status and accelerate internal changes.
- Simplified Chinese becomes the most-used language on Steam➀ Black Myth Wukong's success in China has led to Simplified Chinese becoming the most-used language on Steam; ➁ The new user stats from Steam show that Simplified Chinese accounts for 33.7% of active accounts, with English at 33.5%; ➂ The popularity of PC gaming in China is attributed to the government's control over home consoles.
- inZOI has removed Denuvo DRM ahead of launch➀ inZOI has removed Denuvo DRM ahead of its launch; ➁ The decision was made due to growing concerns about the impact of Denuvo on game stability and performance; ➂ The team at inZOI Studio has been transparent about the reasons for the change.
- MSI MAG B850 Tomahawk Max WiFi Review➀ The MSI MAG B850 Tomahawk Max WiFi motherboard is reviewed, highlighting its similarities with the more expensive MAG X870 Tomahawk WiFi and its compelling features at a low price. ➁ Key features include a flagship VRM design, EZ PCIe release, and fast storage options. ➂ Performance testing includes CPU and gaming benchmarks, showcasing the board's capabilities.
- Black Ops 6 Season 3 brings 5 maps, new perks, guns and much more➀ Season 3 of Call of Duty Black Ops 6 is announced with a release date on April 2nd; ➁ Treyarch reveals a roadmap with new maps, perks, weapons, and game modes; ➂ Notable features include 6 new maps, 2 new perks, 6 new weapons, and 3 new game modes.
- Assassin’s Creed Shadows surpasses 3 million players in under a week➀ Assassin's Creed Shadows has surpassed 3 million players in less than a week since its launch; ➁ The game achieved the second-highest day-one sales revenue in the Assassin's Creed franchise history; ➂ It marked the biggest Ubisoft day-one sales on the PlayStation Digital Store.
March 27
- ATLUS has a surprise RPG dropping for PC, Switch, Xbox and PlayStation in June➀ ATLUS在2024年发布了多款游戏，包括《Persona 3 Reload》、《Shin Megami Tensei V: Definitive Edition》和《Metaphor: ReFantazio》；➁ 新游戏《Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army》是Shin Megami Tensei / Persona的衍生作品，玩家扮演侦探Raidou Kuzunoha，与恶魔伙伴一起保护首都居民；➂ 游戏提供超过120种恶魔供玩家捕捉和召唤，以协助战斗，并将在6月19日发布于PC、Nintendo Switch、PlayStation和Xbox。
- Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake gets new trailer and 2025 release date➀ Square Enix announced a 2025 release date for the Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake during a Nintendo Direct stream; ➁ The new trailer showcases the games in full HD-2D with enhanced visuals; ➂ The remake will be available for Nintendo Switch, PC, Xbox, and PS5, with new content introduced.
- Nightdive Studios gives update on System Shock 3➀ Nightdive Studios had ambitious plans for the System Shock franchise, including remakes of the first two games and a sequel. However, System Shock 3 was canceled in 2020. ➁ Now, with the System Shock 2 25th Anniversary Remaster on the horizon, Nightdive is providing updates on the sequel. ➂ The rights situation for System Shock 3 is complicated, but Nightdive is hopeful for clarification within a year.
- Microsoft brings new ‘benefits’ to Game Pass subscribers➀ Microsoft is adding new in-game benefits for Game Pass subscribers; ➁ These benefits include cosmetics, characters, and in-game currency for select free-to-play games; ➂ The list of supported titles includes Heroes of the Storm, Naraka: Bladepoint, Smite 2, and more.
- No Man’s Sky Relics Update brings hundreds of fossils, skeletal displays and more➀ Hello Games has released a major update for No Man's Sky called 'Relics Update'; ➁ The update includes hundreds of new fossils and skeletons, the ability to assemble complete skeletons, and new reanimated Guardians; ➂ It also features a new expedition, fossil trading, and improvements to the 'Abandoned Mode'.
- Gran Turismo 7 update brings new vehicles, events and SophyAI 2.1➀ Polyphony Digital has released a new update for Gran Turismo 7, Patch 1.57, adding new cars, tracks, and events.➁ The update includes the Aston Martin Vintage '18, Mazda CX-30 X Smart Edition '21, and Renault Kangoo 1.4 '01.➃ Three new World Circuit events and a new 'The Faroe Islands' Scape have been added.➄ The update also introduces a new version of the SophyAI driver, version 2.1, which offers more realistic racing experiences and expanded functionality for custom races.
- Rocksteady Batman game reportedly in development as cross-gen title➀ Rocksteady is reportedly developing a new Batman game; ➁ The game is rumored to be a cross-gen title; ➂ The team plans to use Unreal Engine 5 for the new project.
March 26
- Acer slashes prices for laptops, Chromebooks, monitors and more➀ Acer has announced price cuts on a variety of Chromebooks, Windows laptops, and desktop PCs, including gaming devices. An entry-level Acer Nito V 15 with an Intel Core i5-13420H processor and an RTX 3050 GPU is available for £599.99. The Acer Nitro V 16 ANV16-41 Gaming Laptop with an AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS, 16GB of RAM, and an RTX 4050 GPU is priced at £835.99. A gaming monitor with QHD resolution and a 180Hz refresh rate is available for £154. ➁ Acer Chromebook 314 CB314-3H with a 14-inch FHD display is priced at £149.99. The Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514, a convertible laptop/tablet, is down to £349. ➂ The Acer Swift 3 with a Ryzen 7 5700U, 16GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD is priced at £521.55, while the Acer Aspire 16 with an Intel Core i5, 16GB of RAM, a 1TB SSD, and an RTX 2050 GPU is priced at £679.
- Upcoming Street Fighter film removed from Sony’s release calendar➀ Sony's upcoming Street Fighter film has had its previously-announced release date removed from calendars. ➁ The release date was set for March 20, 2026, but has been removed due to the end of Sony's global distribution deal with Legendary. ➂ There is currently no replacement date for the release.
- Corsair Platform:4 Desk Review➀ Corsair's Platform:4 desk is a compact and modular unit with sit/stand functionality; ➁ Offers great build quality and premium finish; ➂ Includes some drawbacks like expensive price and limited cable management options.
- Multiple major publishers reportedly delaying games due to GTA VI➀ Multiple major publishers are reportedly delaying their games to avoid competing with GTA VI; ➁ Rockstar's games are known to consume significant market share and time; ➂ The industry insider Christopher Dring claims that at least three publishers are planning to delay their titles.
- Switch 2 is set to have a 3-phase launch plan according to insiders➀ The Nintendo Switch 2 is expected to have a three-phase launch plan; ➁ The first phase will focus on first-party titles around the launch time; ➂ The second phase will feature third-party titles in October/November; ➃ The third phase is planned for the holiday period.
- Almost 2/3rds of all Cyberpunk 2077 players are on PC➀ Cyberpunk 2077 has sold over 30 million copies, with 63% of sales coming from the PC platform; ➁ The Witcher 3 saw a more even distribution of sales across systems, with PC at 40.3%; ➂ The popularity of Cyberpunk 2077 on PC is attributed to its advanced technology and graphics, as well as a poor console launch.