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Sony ditches PC & Stardew Valley News | TAG
Sony is reportedly shifting focus back to console exclusivity for its single-player PlayStation games, potentially limiting future PC releases. Meanwhile, Stardew Valley's upcoming 1.7 update will add new marriage candidates, and Nvidia has recalled a problematic GPU driver.
Games Inbox: Is Resident Evil Requiem worth getting?
Readers discuss the merits of Resident Evil Requiem, with some hoping it recaptures the spirit of earlier titles like Resident Evil 4. Other topics include speculation about a new Pokémon announcement, Sony's strategy regarding PC exclusives, and the financial implications of Paramount's potential acquisition of Warner Bros. gaming assets.
The free PlayStation Plus games for March have been revealed and they include Monster Hunter Rise and a seriously cute…
Sony has revealed the PlayStation Plus games for March 2026, available from March 3 to April 6. The lineup includes Monster Hunter Rise, PGA Tour 2K25, The Elder Scrolls Online Collection: Gold Road, and Slime Rancher 2 for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4.
Here are our PS Plus monthly games for March
Sony has announced the PlayStation Plus monthly games for March, which include PGA Tour 2K25, Monster Hunter Rise, Slime Rancher 2, and The Elder Scrolls Online Collection: Gold Road. These titles will be available for PlayStation Plus members on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 from March 3rd until April 6th.
PlayStation Plus March 2026 Monthly Games Revealed — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Sony has revealed the PlayStation Plus monthly games for March 2026, which include PGA Tour 2K25, Monster Hunter Rise, Slime Rancher 2, and The Elder Scrolls Online Collection: Gold Road. These titles will be available to subscribers starting March 3. The article also clarifies the difference between Monthly Games and the Game Catalog offerings.
Here Are Your Free PlayStation Plus Essential Monthly Games For March, 2026
Sony has announced the free monthly games for PlayStation Plus Essential subscribers for March 2026, including PGA Tour 2K25, Monster Hunter Rise, Slime Rancher 2, and The Elder Scrolls Online: Gold Road Edition. The offerings continue to include PlayStation 4 titles, contrary to previous statements about phasing them out.
Sony Snubs GTA VI on PlayStation’s Official 2026 Games Page
Sony's official PlayStation Store page for 2026 games notably omits Grand Theft Auto VI, sparking discussion among gamers and speculation about platform politics. Despite Grand Theft Auto V's immense success and Grand Theft Auto VI's highly anticipated release, its absence from Sony's promotional material suggests potential friction between Sony and Rockstar Games regarding exclusivity deals or marketing support.
Last Chance to Get These 40+ PS5, PS4 Games in PS Store's Dealmania Sale
Sony's Dealmania sale on the PlayStation Store, featuring over 40 discounted PS5 and PS4 games, is ending soon on March 11th. The article highlights recommended titles that have received high scores and are at their lowest prices, including games like Absolum, AI: The Somnium Files, and Blasphemous II.
Death Stranding 2 PC requirements are surprisingly pleasant
Kojima Productions has revealed the PC system requirements for Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, launching March 19. The requirements are surprisingly accessible, with entry-level specs targeting 1080p at 30fps using hardware like a GTX 1660. The game also features a dedicated 'Portable' preset for handheld PCs like the Steam Deck and ROG Ally, with support for modern upscaling technologies.
Don't fancy trying Marathon this weekend? Lucky you, as there's now the chance to have a go at Horizon Hunters Gathering
Guerrilla Games' live service spin-off, Horizon Hunters Gathering, will hold a playtest from February 27th to March 1st. Players can sign up via PlayStation's beta program, though participation is not guaranteed. The playtest will be available on PC via Steam and PlayStation 5 during specific time slots.
Death Stranding 2 PC Specs Need a Pretty Beefy Rig for 4K and 60fps
Sony and Nixxes have revealed the PC system requirements for Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, ahead of its March PC release. The specifications detail hardware needed for various presets, including a Very High setting for 4K resolution at 60fps, which requires an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 or AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT and an Intel Core i7-11700 or AMD Ryzen 7 5700X. The game is already available on PlayStation 5.
"Anyone found to be cheating will be permabanned" - Bungie outlines Marathon's robust networking and security features
Bungie has detailed the robust networking and security features for its upcoming extraction shooter, Marathon, emphasizing dedicated servers, client-side prediction, and a Fog of War system to combat cheating. The developer confirmed that any player found cheating will receive a permanent ban. Additionally, Xbox Series X/S players will receive exclusive gun charms upon release.
PlayStation Plus March 2026 Free Game Leaked Ahead of Official Reveal
A leak suggests that PGA Tour 2K25 will be the headline free game for PlayStation Plus subscribers in March 2026. Developed by HB Studios, the golf simulation launched in February 2025 for PlayStation 5 and will be available to all PlayStation Plus tiers from March 3 to April 7, 2026.
Fate of console pricing uncertain after Supreme Court strikes down Trump tariffs
The US Supreme Court has ruled against tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, potentially impacting video game hardware pricing. Companies like Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo had previously raised prices due to these tariffs, with manufacturing largely based in China. However, ongoing shortages of RAM and hard drives driven by AI data center demand, exacerbated by a deal between OpenAI and Samsung, continue to pose challenges to hardware availability and pricing.
A decade of gaming hardware stagnation? That might not be a bad thing | Opinion
Component shortages driven by AI data center demand are impacting gaming hardware, potentially leading to stagnation in console and PC upgrades for years. While frustrating, this pause might be welcome for consumers experiencing diminishing returns on hardware advancements and facing price hikes. The industry faces a future with potentially unchanged mainstream gaming hardware specifications by the end of the decade, with consumers likely less bothered by a lack of upgrades than by increased prices.
Remake specialist Bluepoint Games, co-developer of God of War Ragnarok, shut down by Sony
Sony is shutting down Bluepoint Games, the studio known for remakes of Demon's Souls and Shadow of the Colossus, with 70 employees losing their jobs. PlayStation Studios head Hermen Hulst cited an increasingly challenging industry environment with rising development costs and slowed growth as reasons for the closure. Bluepoint Games had recently co-developed God of War Ragnarok and was working on a cancelled live service title.
Sony shutters Bluepoint Games
Sony is shutting down Bluepoint Games, a studio known for remakes of Demon's Souls and Shadow of the Colossus, along with co-development on God of War Ragnarok. The closure will result in approximately 70 layoffs. A Sony spokesperson confirmed the decision, citing a recent business review, and thanked the team for their contributions.
Why Do Game Console Prices Keep Going Up?
The ongoing global chip shortage, exacerbated by the massive demand for AI data centers, is driving up prices for gaming consoles and PC components. This situation is leading to longer console generations, potential consolidation in the PC building market, and a shift towards cloud gaming as a more accessible option for consumers. While the shortage presents challenges, it could also lead to developers focusing more on optimizing games for existing hardware, potentially resulting in better-designed and more accessible gaming experiences in the long run.
Sony’s PlayStation 6 might be further away than expected
Reports suggest Sony's PlayStation 6 launch could be delayed to 2028 or 2029, deviating from the traditional seven-year console cycle. This potential delay is attributed to the high demand for DRAM components driven by the artificial intelligence industry, which is creating scarcity and driving up costs for consumer electronics. The extended lifecycle for the PlayStation 5 may allow developers more time to create games for the current generation.
7 Funny Card Games That Will Actually Make You Cry Laughing (2026 Guide)
This guide explores modern funny card games that rely on situational comedy and player interaction rather than shock value. Games like Poetry for Neanderthals and Herd Mentality create humor through player-driven scenarios and social friction, offering high replayability. The article highlights "adrenaline" games like Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza and "creative" games like Monikers, emphasizing the shift towards tactile components and games that act as conversation starters.
