Gaming Buzz

RuneScape: Dragonwilds: A new survival and crafting game in the RuneScape universe, launching in early access on Steam.

WWE x Clash of Clans: WWE superstars like Cody Rhodes and Rhea Ripley are coming to Clash of Clans in a special WrestleMania 41 collaboration.

GSC Game World Expands: STALKER 2’s success led to the hiring of 50 new employees despite ongoing challenges in Ukraine.

Palworld Dating Sim Confirmed: Pocketpair announced Palworld! More Than Just Pals, a real dating sim set in the Palworld universe, not an April Fools’ joke, with a Steam hub and trailer.

April Fools’ Day Gaming Jokes: GameSpot covered gaming industry April Fools’ pranks, including Palworld’s contest for a Lovander body pillow, alongside other silly gags from developers.

Garena Free Fire Max Redeem Codes: New redeem codes for Garena Free Fire Max were released, offering players free in-game loot like character skins and items. Codes are available via the official website for Indian server users, emphasizing the game’s skill-based gameplay on Android.

Post Trauma Release: Post Trauma, a new game, launched on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, blending resource management and horror elements for a tense survival experience.

Vagrus: The Riven Realms Launch: Vagrus: The Riven Realms released on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch, offering a deep RPG experience with strategic turn-based combat.

Inayah: Life After Gods Highlight: Inayah: Life After Gods, a colorful hand-drawn Metroidvania, was featured as a recent Steam release, noted for its action-oriented gameplay following its March 28 launch.

New Steam Games Spotlight: PC Gamer highlighted new Steam releases, including a resource management card game and a simulation adventure, both launched on March 31 for PC players

Cyan Worlds Announces Layoffs: Cyan Worlds, the studio renowned for creating Myst, has laid off approximately half of its staff due to challenging industry conditions. The company is focusing on securing funding for future projects to ensure long-term sustainability.

MARVEL Cosmic Invasion: An arcade-style beat ’em up game announced for multiple platforms, including PS5 and Xbox Series.

21st British Academy Games Awards: The British Academy of Film and Television Arts will host the 21st British Academy Video Game Awards on April 8, 2025, at the Queen Elizabeth Hall in London. Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II leads with eleven nominations.

Rift of the NecroDancer: The rhythm-based game, a spin-off from Crypt of the NecroDancer, was released for Nintendo Switch.

“The Last of Us” Season 2 Premieres April 13: HBO’s The Last of Us Season 2 is set to premiere on April 13. The new season, featuring Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey, introduces new characters and explores storylines that both align with and diverge from the original game.

Warner Bros. Cancels ‘Hogwarts Legacy’ Expansion: Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. has canceled a planned expansion for the popular game Hogwarts Legacy. This decision is part of an ongoing restructuring within the company’s video game division.

Helldivers 2 Blocks Players with Older CPUs – Fix Incoming: Arrowhead Game Studios and Sony have enforced AVX2 CPU support for Helldivers 2, leaving players with older processors locked out. Many are frustrated, as they were previously able to play without issues. The developers have acknowledged the backlash and are working on a fix.

Square Enix Sues HK Ten Tree Over Metal Storm’s Game Assets: Square Enix has filed a lawsuit against HK Ten Tree, claiming the studio used assets from the Front Mission franchise in its game Metal Storm without permission. HK Ten Tree has apologized to fans and started removing the disputed content. Square Enix is demanding $150,000 per infringement and an injunction to stop the game’s release.

NBA 2K25 Gets a Huge Price Cut: If you’ve been waiting for a deal, now’s your chance! NBA 2K25 is currently available for £22.99 (down from £69.99) at Very. This major discount comes just in time for the NBA playoffs and ahead of the expected NBA 2K26 release in September.

Nintendo Switch 2 Details Leak Before Official Reveal: More details about the Nintendo Switch 2 have surfaced ahead of its April 2 Nintendo Direct reveal. The upcoming console will keep the hybrid handheld design with detachable controllers, support enhanced versions of Switch games, and offer some level of backward compatibility. Expect more info on its release date, price, and launch titles soon!

Nintendo Launches “Nintendo Today!” App: On March 28, Nintendo released its new mobile app, “Nintendo Today!”, announced during the latest Nintendo Direct. It offers daily updates on news, videos, and comics for Nintendo games and characters, available on Apple’s App Store and Google Play Store.

Epic Games Store Free Games Update: The Epic Games Store updated its free games section on March 27, offering Cat Quest and Hot Wheels Unleashed for free until March 28, providing players with new titles to claim and enjoy.

Nintendo Direct March 2025 Highlights: The Nintendo Direct on March 27 revealed several games for the Switch, including Metroid Prime 4: Beyond with new psychic abilities for Samus, set for 2025, and Tamagotchi Plaza, a shop simulator launching June 27, 2025. Other announcements included Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar (August 27, 2025), Patapon 1+2 Replay (July 11, 2025), and Gradius Origins (August 7, 2025), also coming to Xbox and PC.

Devil Summoner Remaster Announced: Atlus revealed a remaster of the cult-classic RPG Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. the Soulless Army, set to release on Nintendo Switch on June 19, 2025.

AI: The Somnium Files New Game: Spike Chunsoft announced No Sleep For Kaname Date, the third game in the AI: The Somnium Files series, coming to Nintendo Switch on July 25, 2025, where players join Kaname Date to find a missing J-Pop idol.

Monument Valley Series on Switch: Monument Valley and its sequel will launch on Nintendo Switch on April 15, 2025, with Monument Valley 3 following in summer 2025, bringing the chill puzzle series to the console.

The Eternal Life of Goldman Reveal: A new hand-drawn 2D platformer, The Eternal Life of Goldman, focusing on twisted fairy tales, was announced for Nintendo Switch, launching during the 2025 holiday season.

Everybody’s Golf on Switch: A new entry in the Everybody’s Golf series, previously a PlayStation staple, was announced for Nintendo Switch, set to release in 2025.

Shadow Labyrinth – A New Pac-Man Game: Shadow Labyrinth, a fresh take on the Pac-Man formula, was showcased during the Nintendo Direct, coming to Nintendo Switch in 2025.

Pokémon Legends: Z-A Battle Royale Mode: The Nintendo Direct revealed a new battle royale mode for Pokémon Legends: Z-A, explaining the game’s title, with a release planned for 2025 on Nintendo Switch.

Virtual Game Card System for Switch: Nintendo introduced a virtual game card system to easily transfer digital games between Switch consoles, including the upcoming Switch 2, announced during the March 27 Direct.

Game of Thrones RPG Releases on Steam: A new Game of Thrones RPG launched on Steam, featuring familiar characters, though its visual style makes it hard to distinguish as a GoT game.

Wildgate Announcement: Wildgate, a crew-based PvPvE shooter by Moonshot Games, was announced for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with a release planned for May 27, 2025, for “Iconic Edition” buyers.

Xbox March Update Enhances Free-to-Play Benefits: Microsoft’s Xbox March update introduces new in-game benefits for free-to-play titles and cloud gaming enhancements. The update aims to provide more ways for players to access and enjoy games, including additional rewards for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass members.

No Man’s Sky Introduces ‘Relics’ Expansion: On March 26, Hello Games released the “Relics” expansion for No Man’s Sky, introducing paleontology and archaeology elements. Players can now excavate alien bones, reassemble unique skeletons, and create in-game museums to showcase their discoveries. The update also features encounters with golem-like creatures and a giant worm that guard these relics. A new specialist at the Space Station facilitates trading of rare fossils. This expansion is available for free.

Nintendo Direct Scheduled for March 27: Nintendo has scheduled a Nintendo Direct presentation for March 27 at 7:00 AM Pacific Time (10:00 AM Eastern Time). The 30-minute event will focus on upcoming titles for the original Nintendo Switch, with no updates on the anticipated Switch 2. Fans can watch the live stream on Nintendo’s official YouTube channel.