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Something for the Weekend – 28/03/26
This week's gaming news includes Sony increasing prices for PlayStation 5 consoles and the PlayStation Portal, Epic Games confirming over 1,000 layoffs, and four Nacon-owned studios filing for insolvency. New game announcements include STALKER 2: Cost of Hope expansion, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, and Wyldheart.
New Free FIFA Game Pits Greek God Zeus Against Argentinian Icon Diego Maradona, Will Come to PS5
FIFA has released a new free-to-play arcade football game called FIFA Heroes, featuring a mix of football legends like Diego Maradona and mythological figures such as Zeus and Thor. The game will launch on mobile on April 28th, with a PlayStation 5 version planned to follow. It offers fast-paced 5-a-side matches with loose rules and "superpowers."
“Gaming gave me my life back”: why accessible video games are transforming disabled players’ lives
Dr. Mick Donegan, founder of SpecialEffect, discusses how accessible gaming technology is transforming the lives of disabled individuals by fostering social connection and independence. Companies like Xbox and PlayStation are increasingly adopting inclusive design, with SpecialEffect leading efforts in mobile accessibility and eye-tracking games.
Why Randomness Makes Your Game So Hard to Put Down
Randomness in games, often referred to as RNG, creates excitement and replay value by introducing unpredictable elements like random item drops, surprise events, and unexpected outcomes. This uncertainty keeps players engaged as they chase rare rewards and adapt to changing game conditions, making each play session potentially memorable and unique.
Game Pass for Busy Adults: Is It Worth It? (A Time-Value Analysis)
This analysis examines the value proposition of Microsoft's Game Pass for busy adults, considering its tiered pricing and the time constraints of players. It suggests a 'rotation strategy' of subscribing only during months with stacked releases and canceling during slower periods, rather than maintaining a year-round subscription. The article also highlights the ownership problem, where games can leave the service, and advises users to honestly assess their gaming habits and budget before committing.
The complete guide to game subscription services in 2026
This guide details the current state of gaming subscription services as of February 2026, analyzing pricing, library sizes, and platform support across major offerings like Xbox Game Pass, PlayStation Plus, and Nintendo Switch Online. It highlights recent price hikes, tier restructurings, and the evolving landscape of cloud gaming and bundled services, offering insights for consumers to determine the best value.
Meet Delphi Interactive, the publisher/developer behind the new FIFA game
Delphi Interactive, a new LA-based firm founded in 2020, aims to disrupt the traditional game publishing model by focusing on licensing and financing games based on iconic intellectual properties. The company is working on a new FIFA game for Netflix set to release in 2026 and was involved in IO Interactive's James Bond project. Delphi Interactive, led by CEO Casper Daugaard, plans to build AAA games outside the legacy system with a lean core team and co-development partners.
Sports Gaming Community
This article serves as a discussion thread for sports gaming enthusiasts, focusing on popular titles like FIFA, NBA 2K, and eFootball. Players share their preferences for career modes and team building, while also touching upon other sports games like NHL and MLB. One user expresses a preference for golf games due to their physics-based gameplay.
Student blows his university savings on video game
This article discusses the negative impact of microtransactions and loot boxes in video games like FIFA and NHL, where players spend significant amounts of money on virtual items with low chances of obtaining valuable rewards. The author criticizes game developers for prioritizing monetization over innovation and compares these practices to gambling, suggesting potential addiction risks and advising caution.