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Cakehoarder Fire & Ice RGX 2026 Guest of Honor
Content creator Cakehoarder has been announced as a Guest of Honor at Fire & Ice RGX 2026, a retro gaming event. Cakehoarder is known for his extensive Nintendo GameCube collection and YouTube channel. The article also briefly mentions updates for Grand Theft Auto Online, SEED, Summoners War, Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth, Crimson Desert, and MONGIL: STAR DIVE.
The Community Series Showcase Live in GTA Online
Rockstar Games is celebrating the GTA Online Creator community with a three-week event featuring Triple GTA$ and RP on The Community Series. Players can earn in-game currency through various weekly challenges and bonuses, with special vehicles and clothing items available. The article also briefly mentions new trailers and releases for SEED, Summoners War, Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth, Crimson Desert, MONGIL: STAR DIVE, and 007 First Light.
Summoners War Introducing New Inferath Dimension
Com2us has introduced the new Dimension Inferath to Summoners War, featuring unique entry conditions that restrict the use of default 4-star monsters, encouraging new strategic deck-building. This update also adds Hellhound and Inferno as new Secondary Awakening Monsters. The article also briefly mentions updates for Digimon Story Time Stranger, Crimson Desert, MONGIL: STAR DIVE, 007 First Light, NAKWON: LAST PARADISE, and Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2.
Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes Announced | Console Creatures
Bandai Namco Entertainment America announced Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes, a new VR experience developed by Iconik. Players will step into the shoes of Dark Six to uncover secrets and confront childhood fears. The game launches on April 24, 2026, for PlayStation VR2, PC via SteamVR, Meta Quest 2, and Meta Quest 3.
Everything Announced at the Future Games Show Spring Showcase and FGS Live From GDC on March 12, 2026
The Future Games Show Spring Showcase and FGS Live From GDC presented over 40 upcoming games. Highlights included world premieres for Cordura, The 7th Guest Remake, Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns, and ReVamp. New trailers and gameplay were shown for titles like Dave The Diver: In the Jungle, Stupid Never Dies, Project Shadowglass, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, and Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes, among many others across various genres and platforms.
Everything announced at the Future Games Show Spring Showcase 2026
The Future Games Show Spring Showcase revealed numerous upcoming video games, including Cordura, Stupid Never Dies, Dave The Diver: In The Jungle DLC, and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. Several titles like Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes and WILL: Follow The Light received specific release dates in 2026, while others are slated for later this year or have demos available. The showcase featured world premieres, gameplay deep dives, and developer interviews across various genres and platforms.
3 Kinds of One Piece Live-Action Chopper Figures on the Way
Bandai Namco and Hot Toys are releasing three new figures of Tony Tony Chopper from the live-action One Piece series and its spin-off comic. The figures vary in size and price, with releases scheduled worldwide in late 2026. The One Piece live-action adaptation is available on Netflix, with a third season confirmed.
Ape Escape Charms and Figures Appear in US Gashapon
Bandai Namco Entertainment has confirmed that two types of Ape Escape merchandise, the personal marker charm and Still Waiting for You figures, will be available in US and Canadian Gashapon capsule machines starting March 2026. These items are based on the original Ape Escape game and feature various Pipo Monkey designs. The article also notes a brief appearance of Ape Escape characters in Metal Gear Solid Delta.
Bafta Games 2026 nominees announced and it’s another Clair Obscur sweep
The nominations for the Bafta Games Awards 2026 have been announced, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading the pack with 12 nominations, matching its record at The Game Awards. Dispatch and Arc Raiders also received multiple nominations, including for Best Game. The awards ceremony is scheduled for April 17.
Digimon Story Time Stranger Anti-ParadoX Now Available
The turn-based RPG Digimon Story: Time Stranger has received its third episode pack, "Anti-Paradox," available now for PC and consoles. This DLC introduces new story content focusing on Asuna Shiroki and Monica Simmons, along with new Digivolution routes for five Mega Digimon. The article also briefly mentions other upcoming game releases and news.
50 Video Game Movies In The Works: How Many Of Them Will Actually Come Out?
Hollywood is actively developing over 50 film and television adaptations of video game properties, ranging from major franchises like Elden Ring and Call of Duty to indie titles such as The Mortuary Assistant. While some projects like Death Stranding and Mortal Kombat 2 are further along, many others are in early development or face potential delays, with varying degrees of success seen in past video game movies.
Elden Ring On Switch 2 Shows Big Improvements After Months Of "Performance Adjustment"
Elden Ring's Nintendo Switch 2 version has shown significant improvements after months of performance adjustments, addressing initial technical issues seen in a Gamescom 2025 demo. The game now appears better optimized, with footage showing frame rates around 30-40 FPS in handheld mode, and looks promising for the platform's AAA capabilities.
Tom Holland Swings Back in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Kicking Off the Next MCU Phase
Marvel and Sony have officially announced "Spider-Man: Brand New Day," the fourth installment in the Tom Holland-led series, set to release on July 31, 2026. Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, the film marks a tonal shift, focusing on Peter Parker rebuilding his life after the events of "No Way Home" and operating as a street-level hero without advanced technology or Avengers protection. The movie will feature returning characters MJ and Ned, with Zendaya and Jacob Batalon reprising their roles, and introduce Sadie Sink in an undisclosed role, while rumors suggest appearances from The Punisher and Scorpion.
Tales of Berseria Remastered Review – I Am Vengeance - Pixelbytegaming
This review discusses the remastered version of Tales of Berseria, noting that Bandai Namco has been re-releasing older Tales titles with improvements. The article questions whether the remaster, which is already available on PlayStation 4 and is the second newest game in the series, is worth purchasing for new or returning fans.
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, Metal Eden, and More Coming to PS Plus Extra/Premium on March 17th
Sony announced new titles for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers arriving on March 17th, including Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, Metal Eden, and Persona 5 Royal. The update also features Astroneer, The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria, EA Sports Madden NFL 26, and Tekken: Dark Resurrection for Premium members.
Sigma Star Saga DX Release Date Revealed | Console Creatures
WayForward and Bandai Namco Entertainment America have announced the release date for Sigma Star Saga DX, an enhanced edition of the 2005 Game Boy Advance title. The game will launch digitally on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Steam on April 7, 2026. This version, modernized with Limited Run Games' Carbon Engine, includes numerous refinements such as an improved map, decreased random encounters, and a rewind function, alongside new extras like a concept art gallery.
Thanks for injecting me with 500 Cursed Black Knight Ultra Greatswords
This article recounts a personal experience of having a Dark Souls 2 save file corrupted by a hacker who injected 500 cursed Black Knight Ultra Greatswords, causing the game to crash. The author explores the game's complex reputation, the technical reasons behind the crashes, community-developed anti-cheat mods like Blue Acolyte, and ultimately tracks down the hacker to understand the motivations behind such actions.
Tales of Berseria Remastered Review | NoobFeed
This review discusses the remastered version of Tales of Berseria, noting Bandai Namco's recent trend of re-releasing older Tales titles. While previous remasters like Tales of Graces and Tales of Xillia received improvements, the release of a Tales of Berseria remaster, the second newest game in the series and already available on PlayStation 4, raises questions about its value for both new and returning players.
Brazil-based dev Gameplan joins Remote Control Productions
Brazilian developer Gameplan has joined the independent games production house Remote Control Productions (RCP). Gameplan, founded in 2014, specializes in co-development, engineering, and outstaffing, and has worked with clients like Xbox and Bandai Namco. This partnership aims to expand Gameplan's services to full SKU development and porting, while also providing technical support to other studios within the RCP network.
No Kirito, No Problem: Everything We Know About Echoes of Aincrad
Echoes of Aincrad: Sword Art Online is set to launch on PlayStation 5, PC, and Xbox Series X this summer. Based on a recent Bandai Namco press event, the game will feature a darker, open-world take on the franchise.
