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An official trailer has been released for Arknights: Endfield's Core Chapter, titled 'At the Wake of Spring'. The trailer showcases new content for the game.
Arknights: Endfield version 1.2 update ‘At the Wake of Spring’ launches April 17
Publisher GRYPHLINE and developer Mountain Contour will release the version 1.2 update for Arknights: Endfield, titled 'At the Wake of Spring', on April 17. This update will be free-to-play.
Arknights Endfield “At the Wake of Spring” Update Launches April 17
GRYPHLINE announced that Arknights: Endfield will launch its "At the Wake of Spring" update on April 17, 2026, continuing the Wuling storyline and introducing the playable character Zhuang Fangyi. The update expands Wuling with new exploration content, a Test Area for restoration efforts, and puzzle-solving. It also enhances the game's industrial systems with new outposts, resources, and production options, alongside new events and quality-of-life improvements. Arknights: Endfield is available on PlayStation 5, PC, iOS, and Android.
Arknights: Endfield Deepens the Wuling Storyline in ‘At the Wake of Spring,’ Arriving April 17
GRYPHLINE announced that the free update 'At the Wake of Spring' for Arknights: Endfield will be available on April 17, 2026. This update introduces major story developments in the Wuling storyline, including the first direct battle against Nefarith and the playable debut of Zhuang Fangyi. It also expands exploration content and factory-building systems on PC, PlayStation 5, and mobile devices.
Players are apparently spending 'tens of hours' building factories in Arknights: Endfield as dev says the…
Developer Hypergryph reports that players are spending significant time, even tens of hours, building factories in Arknights: Endfield, exceeding expectations. This unique blend of factory management and action RPG combat, described as Factorio meets Genshin Impact, is credited for players spending more time in the game compared to similar titles.
Arknights Endfield Dev Says PS5 Players Want More Than a Genshin Impact Clone
The developers of Arknights Endfield are focused on differentiating their game from similar titles like Genshin Impact by incorporating automation and factory-building elements. Lead developer Ryan explained that this approach aims to provide a unique player experience, encouraging more character combinations and longer engagement times compared to other open-world RPG gacha games.
"When we are going to make an open-world RPG, it's better played on high-end PCs": Arknights Endfield lead says it's a good thing "the player base of high-end PC gaming is increasing"
Ryan, lead for Hypergryph's Arknights: Endfield, believes high-end PC gaming is crucial for the success of open-world RPGs, noting the increasing player base in regions like Japan and China. He suggests that while mobile game growth is slowing, PC platforms are becoming more vital for complex titles like Arknights: Endfield, especially in a market influenced by games like Genshin Impact.
(For Southeast Asia) PlayStation Store: March 2026’s top downloads
PlayStation has revealed the top downloaded games for March 2026 across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation VR2. MLB The Show 26 led in the US and Canada, while Crimson Desert topped the charts in Asia. The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin dominated the free-to-play category.
Arknights: Endfield dev says launching a new gacha RPG in a post-Genshin Impact world is tough when "some titles are so similar that players go into a game for 1 hour and they know what will happen in the next 20 hours"
Hypergryph lead developer Ryan acknowledges the difficulty of launching a new gacha RPG like Arknights: Endfield in a crowded market, especially with titles often feeling similar to Genshin Impact. He highlights the game's unique factory-building mechanics as a key differentiator that encourages longer player engagement and plans for future gameplay additions to keep the experience fresh.
NVIDIA reveal more GeForce NOW games for April including PRAGMATA
NVIDIA has announced a new wave of games coming to its GeForce NOW cloud gaming service in April, including PRAGMATA and Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard. The service also received an update for its Native Linux Beta app, with NVIDIA also previewing DRM Per-Plane Color Pipeline API support for its Linux drivers.
Arknights: Endfield lead says good gacha systems don't "impact the player's ability to enjoy the gameplay," and Endfield is "trying" to fix its confusing gacha
Ryan, lead developer for Arknights: Endfield, discussed the game's confusing gacha system and monetization methods in an interview. He stated that a good gacha system should not impede a player's ability to enjoy the gameplay, regardless of whether they are free-to-play or paying users. The team is working to refine the system based on player feedback and data.
20 New Games Headed To GeForce NOW In April, Many Day-One Releases
GeForce NOW is adding 20 new games in April, including several day-one releases. Notable additions include Arknights: Endfield, Pragmata, and Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection. The service will also see titles like Replaced and Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era become available.
Press Start on April: GeForce NOW Brings 10 Games to the Cloud
GeForce NOW is adding ten new games in April, including the launch of Capcom's Pragmata and Hypergryph's Arknights: Endfield. The cloud gaming service will also feature Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection and numerous other titles throughout the month. Players can experience these games with high settings and performance across various devices.
Wine 11.5 released with support for Syscall User Dispatch on Linux
Wine 11.5 has been released, bringing bug fixes and new features for running Windows applications on Linux. Key updates include C++ support in the build system, bundled ICU libraries, and importantly, support for Syscall User Dispatch on Linux, which aims to improve performance and accuracy for certain Windows titles. This release also addresses VBScript compatibility and includes fixes for several games and applications.
(For Southeast Asia) PlayStation Store: February 2026’s top downloads
PlayStation has revealed the top downloaded games for February 2026 across PS5, PS4, PS VR2, and free-to-play titles in various regions. Resident Evil 4 and its zombie-themed content dominated the charts in both US/Canada and Asia for PS5.
Arknights Endfield tier list - best characters in March 2026
This Arknights Endfield tier list for version 1.0 ranks the best characters available as of March 2026. The guide provides insights into the top-tier units within the gacha RPG.
35 million of you have already pre-registered for Arknights: Endfield
Arknights: Endfield has surpassed 35 million pre-registrations ahead of its January 22 launch. The free-to-play action RPG from developer Gryphline will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and mobile platforms (iOS, Android). The game will support 120fps on PC with features like Nvidia DLSS.
No more teasing, Arknights: Endfield finally has a January release date
Arknights: Endfield, a free-to-play 3D strategy game, will launch on January 22 for PC, PlayStation 5, iOS, and Android. Developer-publisher Gryphline announced the release date at The Game Awards 2025, also revealing over 30 million pre-registrations worldwide. The game is set in the universe of the popular mobile title Arknights.
2026 Upcoming Games Release Schedule
The year 2026 is shaping up to be a significant one for video game releases, with numerous titles slated for launch across various platforms. This includes highly anticipated games like Grand Theft Auto 6, alongside many sequels and new IPs. The article provides a month-by-month breakdown of confirmed release dates and general 2026 windows for games on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.