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Kinetic Games business and news from across the web.- Phasmophobia Cursed Hollow Easter 2026 event update countdown: Exact start time and datePhasmophobia's Cursed Hollow seasonal event returns for 2026, beginning on March 31 and running until April 21. This year's event features new rewards, including a Pathfinder ID Card & Badge and an upgradable trophy, for players who complete objectives and interact with the Forest Spirit and its Minions.
- Phasmophobia’s Cursed Hollow Easter event returns with new community goals, even featuring on new mapsKinetic Games announced the return of Phasmophobia's limited-time Easter event, Cursed Hollow, running from March 31 to April 21. The event introduces new 'Forest Minions,' themed maps including the new Nell's Diner, and community-wide objectives with unlockable rewards. CEO and Game Director Dan Knight expressed excitement for the community's engagement with the refreshed content and upcoming 1.0 release.
- Everything That Happened in Gaming While You Were Busy... | TAGPhasmophobia 1.0 is on track for release this year with improved graphics and new content, despite developer Kinetic Games exploring other projects. Elden Ring is reportedly receiving a good port for the Nintendo Switch 2, maintaining stable performance and visuals. Nintendo detailed the satisfying destruction mechanics in Donkey Kong Bananza, while Natsume announced Harvest Moon: Echoes of Teradea, featuring survival elements like wild animals that can cause item loss.
- Phasmophobia Studio Wants Its New Publishing Label To Explore More Than ScaresPhasmophobia developer Kinetic Games has launched a new publishing label, Kinetic Publishing, to support other game studios. CEO Daniel Knight and Director of Marketing Asim Tanvir revealed the label will offer funding, marketing, and development support across all genres, not just horror. Kinetic Publishing aims to sign a maximum of five titles per year, while Kinetic Games continues development on Phasmophobia's 1.0 release and a Nintendo Switch port.
- Phasmophobia 1.0 Won't Be Delayed As Its Dev Gets Into Something Totally DifferentKinetic Games confirmed that the 1.0 release of its multiplayer horror game Phasmophobia is on track for later this year, with no delays expected despite the studio's expansion into publishing. Studio CEO Daniel Knight stated he remains exclusively focused on Phasmophobia development, with new hires managing publishing duties. The 1.0 update will include overhauled character models, new maps, and additional ghost events, with a Nintendo Switch port also planned.
- Phasmophobia’s Tanglewood Drive rework overhaul detailed in new updateKinetic Games has released update 1.000.029 for Phasmophobia, introducing a comprehensive visual overhaul for the Tanglewood Drive map. The update features new assets, props, a surprise in the basement, and the removal of the kitchen looping spot, aiming to modernize the environment's fidelity while adding a new Tanglewood Terror challenge. The rework is now live on PC.
- New Tanglewood Drive Rework in Phasmophobia has more closets and loop spotsPhasmophobia has received a rework of its Tanglewood Drive map, introducing new looping spots in the garage and basement, along with additional closets and hiding places. Kinetic Games aimed to give the map a more distinct and lived-in atmosphere, differentiating it from generic Unity assets.
- 29 Best Horror Games To Play In The Dark In 2026This guide highlights 29 of the best horror games available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch, suitable for playing in the dark. The list includes a variety of experiences, from solo adventures and co-op scares to big-budget sequels and indie hits, with updates provided throughout the year.
- The Best Co-Op Games To Play Right NowThis guide highlights the best co-op games available now, featuring a wide range of genres and platforms. It emphasizes the unique social enjoyment and replayability that cooperative gameplay offers, distinguishing itself from single-player experiences by focusing on current, widely accessible titles rather than an all-time ranking.
- 30 Best PS5 Multiplayer Games To Play In 2026This guide lists 30 of the best multiplayer games available on the PlayStation 5, covering a variety of genres and playstyles. The selection includes both competitive PvP and cooperative PvE experiences, with options for solo players and groups of friends. The article highlights games like Fortnite, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Helldivers 2, and Baldur's Gate 3, among many others, offering brief descriptions of their gameplay and multiplayer features.