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This year's Future Games Show Spring Showcase has a dense game-per-hour hit rate and airs everywhere: Here's…
The Future Games Show Spring Showcase will air on Thursday, March 12, featuring hosts Devora Wilde and Shai Matheson. The event will showcase over 250 co-streamers and will be broadcast globally on platforms including IGN and BIGO Live.
Pokémon Pokopia Players Are Sharing an Important PSA for Anyone Just Starting: No, You Don't Have to Manually Water All the Grass - IGN
Players of Pokémon Pokopia are sharing a public service announcement to inform new players that they do not need to manually water every patch of grass in the game. This task is eventually automated through a main storyline quest involving crafting a Rain Dance Site. The article also briefly mentions IGN's review of the game and other guides.
Fans Hunting Rare Charizard Cards Are Reigniting Interest in Pokémon TCG's Phantasmal Flames Expansion - IGN
Interest in the Pokémon TCG's Phantasmal Flames expansion is surging due to the high market value of the Mega Charizard X ex Special Illustration Rare card. This elusive card has seen a significant price spike, with graded versions fetching up to $2000 on eBay, driven by its artwork and Charizard's enduring popularity. Factors contributing to the current spike include the card nearing an 'out of print' status, anticipation for Pokémon Day 2026, and the upcoming Pokémon World Championships.
Pokémon Pokopia's First Event Starts Next Week, But You Can Access It Right Now - IGN
The limited-time event for Pokémon Pokopia, featuring Hoppip, Skiploom, and Jumpluff, begins March 9 and runs until March 24. Players can access the event early by adjusting their Nintendo Switch system clock. The event introduces a new "cotton spore" material used to craft picnic-themed furniture and attract the featured Pokémon.
Forza Horizon 6 Gets New Gameplay Video
A new nine-minute gameplay video for Forza Horizon 6 has been released, showcasing gameplay in a Tokyo setting. The game is confirmed to launch on May 19 for PC via Steam and the Microsoft Store, with a 2026 release planned for PlayStation 5. It will also be available on Xbox Game Pass.
Stock Up Your PC Library With Brand New Games From March’s Humble Choice Lineup - IGN
Humble Bundle's March Choice lineup is now available, featuring Tempest Rising, Chants of Sennaar, and Sworn as lead titles for PC. Subscribers can add these games to their Steam library for $14.99 and receive a free month of IGN Plus. The bundle also includes Etrian Odyssey III HD, Bread & Fred, Zero Hour, Smalland: Survive the Wilds, and Hard West 2, with a portion of the membership fee going to the Malala Fund.
Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection Preview: The Mega Man Bundle for Pokémon Fans - IGN
The Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection offers an enjoyable experience with engaging systems and a delightful gameplay loop, despite a simple narrative. The collection faithfully translates the original Nintendo DS titles, preserving their visual style and incorporating clever solutions for the dual-screen mechanics. Combat is a highlight, featuring a refined action-RPG system with strategic card combos and quick, forgiving battles.
Resident Evil: Requiem – PS5 vs PC Performance Analysis - IGN
This analysis compares the performance of Resident Evil: Requiem on PlayStation 5 and PC, focusing on display modes and graphical features like ray tracing. The base PS5 targets a stable 60 fps at an upscaled 4K resolution, while the PS5 Pro offers modes for higher frame rates (up to 120 fps) or enhanced ray tracing at 60 fps. The PC version with a high-end GPU provides the best visual fidelity and performance, with path tracing offering significant graphical improvements at a substantial performance cost.
'Half the Fans Would Want to Hang Me' — Leon's Resident Evil Requiem Voice Actor Won't Pick a Side Between Ada or Claire - IGN
Resident Evil Requiem voice actor Nick Apostolides stated that he would not pick a side between Leon S. Kennedy's love interests, Ada Wong or Claire Redfield, due to potential fan backlash. The discussion arose after the game hinted at Leon being married, sparking debate among fans about who his partner might be. Apostolides expressed a personal fondness for Ada Wong, acknowledging her role in saving Leon's life multiple times.
Alan Wake 2 Deluxe Edition for PS5 Has Hit a New Low Price at Amazon - IGN
The PlayStation 5 Deluxe Edition of Remedy Entertainment's horror game Alan Wake 2 is currently available at a new low price of $34.96 on Amazon. This edition includes the base game, two expansions (Night Springs and Lake House), cosmetic items for both protagonists, and a digital copy of Alan Wake Remastered.
'It F***ing Sucks, and in a Way Is a Compliment' — Resident Evil Requiem Is Proving Tough for Fans With Arachnophobia, Though the Inevitable Thomas the Tank Engine Mod Is Here to Help - IGN
Players with arachnophobia are struggling with the giant spider boss in Resident Evil Requiem, leading to discussions on Reddit about its terrifying appearance and how to cope. Some players are using unconventional tactics like playing without glasses or on smaller screens, while a Thomas the Tank Engine mod is available on PC to replace the spider.
Save up to 50% on Space Marine 2 in Woot’s Latest Video Game Sale - IGN
Woot is offering significant discounts on Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, with the standard PS5 edition at 50% off and the Ultima Limited Edition for PS5 and Xbox Series X also discounted. The sale runs until March 5.
Resident Evil Requiem Final Puzzle Solution Finally Laid Bare, Hours After Pokémon YouTuber Completed It by Accident - IGN
The complex Final Puzzle in Resident Evil Requiem has been solved, with a repeatable method now publicly available after datamining efforts. The solution involves a lengthy process including waiting at a meat processing plant, ensuring zombies die to a grinder, flushing a toilet eight times, and then using a specific doll in a new game save. Fans are still discussing the reasoning behind the puzzle's intricate requirements.
Valve in hot water, Discord begs forgiveness, and more game media layoffs - Patch Notes #42
This week's gaming news roundup covers significant industry events including Microsoft's Xbox leadership changes, Valve facing a lawsuit over gambling in Counter-Strike 2 and Dota 2, and layoffs at companies like Riot Games and Eurogamer. Additionally, Krafton appointed a chief AI officer, Embark Studios' CEO became Nexon's executive chairman, and Discord delayed its age verification rollout.
