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Hero modder restores the coolest bit of Elden Ring cut content: The heartbreaking tragedy of the second guy you meet that actually kinda justifies the game's most evil ending
A modder named Transquility has restored a cut NPC questline for Merchant Kalé in Elden Ring, which originally tied into the Frenzied Flame ending. This restored content provides more context for the ending and features a performance by actor Nabil Elouahabi. Dataminer Sekiro Dubi had previously revealed the existence of this cut content.
DNA building blocks on asteroid Ryugu, bacteria that eat plastic waste, and more science news
Recent scientific findings include the discovery of DNA building blocks on asteroid Ryugu, suggesting these molecules were widespread in the early solar system and potentially transported to Earth. Additionally, a consortium of bacteria has been identified that can collectively digest plastic additives, offering a potential solution for plastic pollution. The Hubble Space Telescope also captured a rare, early view of a comet breaking apart.
Resident Evil Requiem Review - Gaming Respawn
This review discusses the sales performance of Resident Evil Requiem, highlighting that the PlayStation 5 has become the leading platform for the game, contrary to some expectations. The article also touches upon the graphical advantages of the PC version, particularly with path tracing, and compares it to console capabilities.
Resident Evil Requiem Tops February 2026 Sales as U.S. Game Spending Reaches $4.6 Billion
Resident Evil Requiem topped U.S. video game sales in February 2026, contributing to a total industry spending of $4.6 billion. Discussions highlight the platform sales distribution, with PlayStation 5 leading, followed by PC and then Xbox Series X, sparking debate about player base sizes and platform preferences.
Arc Raiders devs tortured each other during playtests, at one point juicing Arc into unstoppable Elden Ring bosses: "All of a sudden you're playing a Souls game"
Embark Studios production director Caio Braga revealed that internal playtesting for Arc Raiders involved developers intentionally making the game overly difficult, sometimes resembling a Souls-like experience. This practice stemmed from a desire for team autonomy and to challenge opposing design philosophies, leading to extreme balance shifts between weapon and AI teams.
PS Plus Members Have Early Access to Select PS5, PS4 Games in PS Store's Spring Sale
PlayStation Plus subscribers are getting early access to select deals in the upcoming PlayStation Store Spring Sale, which officially begins on March 25th. The sale includes discounts on various PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 titles such as Assassin's Creed Shadows, Dead Space, and Elden Ring Nightreign.
This is one of the most exciting new wargames right now, but you've probably never heard of it
Malediction, a wargame from Loot Studios, is receiving a relaunch in 2026 with new beginner boxes, emphasizing accessibility through cardboard standees instead of expensive miniatures. This approach allows players to start playing without painting or assembly, making it a more time- and cost-effective option compared to many other wargames. The game features an Elden Ring-style world and offers 3D printable miniatures for those who wish to engage further.
Investor Who Urged Nintendo To Monetise Mario's Jumps Acquires Shares In Kadokawa
Oasis Management Company has acquired an 8.86% stake in Kadokawa, a Japanese media company that owns stakes in game developers like FromSoftware. The investment firm previously urged Nintendo to explore microtransactions for its games, suggesting potential changes for Kadokawa's subsidiaries.
Despite some iffy reviews, Crimson Desert has sold over 2 million copies in its first day
Despite mixed reviews, Crimson Desert has achieved significant commercial success, selling over 2 million copies within its first day of release. Pearl Abyss acknowledged the feedback and plans to implement improvements based on community input. The game is described as an ambitious open-world experience with numerous gameplay systems and engaging boss fights.
10 games to grab during the Steam Spring Sale 2026
The Steam Spring Sale 2026 is currently active, offering discounts of up to 90% on a variety of games. This list highlights ten recommended titles available on the Valve store during the sale event.
Pearl Abyss Releases Crimson Desert Globally - GameHaunt
Pearl Abyss has announced that Crimson Desert will launch globally on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, Mac, Epic Games Store, and ROG Xbox Ally. The open-world action-adventure game features full voice acting in English, Korean, and Chinese, with subtitles in 14 languages. Players will step into the role of Kliff, a warrior tasked with reuniting his scattered people and reclaiming their home.
A gargantuan 16TB M.2 SSD has been discovered, and its price tag is bigger than my house deposit
Exascend has released a new enterprise-grade 16TB M.2 PCIe Gen4 SSD priced at $15,935.00. While its read and write speeds are not competitive with consumer drives, it offers exceptional endurance and a massive storage capacity in a single M.2 form factor. The article also briefly mentions the high cost of current SSDs due to market conditions and compares it to consumer gaming SSDs like the Samsung 990 Pro.
Move Over Sony? Activist Investor Who Urged Nintendo to Charge 99 Cents Just to Get Mario to Jump Higher Acquires Significant Stake in Parent Company of Elden Ring Dev FromSoftware - IGN
Activist investor Oasis Management Company has acquired an 8.86% stake in Kadokawa, the parent company of FromSoftware, which developed Elden Ring. Oasis has a history of influencing companies, including past suggestions to Nintendo regarding mobile game development. Sony also holds a significant stake and strategic partnership with Kadokawa.
Lies of P Hits 4 Million Sales: This Dark Pinocchio Game is Absolutely Crushing It
The dark Pinocchio-inspired souls-like game, Lies of P, has achieved 4 million copies sold, marking a significant success for the indie title. This milestone highlights the strong player appetite for challenging games with original concepts and creative reimaginings of familiar stories.
How to beat the Excavatron in Crimson Desert
This guide provides tips and strategies for defeating the Excavatron boss in Crimson Desert. It details the boss's attack patterns, weaknesses, and recommends using the Turning Slash attack and managing Spirit to overcome the challenging encounter. Preparation with items like Respawn Pills is also advised.
How to tame a horse and level it up in Crimson Desert
This guide explains how to tame and level up horses in Crimson Desert. It details methods for increasing horse trust through petting, feeding, and riding, as well as how to heal damaged mounts. The article also provides tips for the horse taming minigame and lists the skills unlocked at different levels.
This Week in Switch 2 - Elden Ring Tarnished Edition hands-on, Pokopia launch sales & Pikmin in NCU!
This article provides hands-on impressions of Elden Ring running in handheld mode, likely referring to a potential Nintendo Switch version. It also discusses DLSS technology and the launch sales figures for the game Pokopia.
I've spent over 100 hours in Crimson Desert—here are my top 20 quick tips to triumph in Pywel
This guide offers 20 essential tips for players starting Crimson Desert, covering everything from map unlocking and resource management to combat abilities and horse care. It highlights key mechanics like Force Palm, refining gear, and utilizing fast travel points to help players navigate the vast open world.
Dark Souls and Elden Ring owner gets massive investment with "important proposals" from a company that gave Nintendo some infamous advice: "Just think of paying 99 cents just to get Mario to jump a little higher"
Oasis Management Company, a Hong Kong-based hedge fund, has acquired an 8.86% stake in Kadokawa Games, the majority owner of FromSoftware. This investment comes with "important proposal activities" and follows a past infamous business proposal made to Nintendo regarding microtransactions.
HD-2D RPG The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales Launching June 18
Square Enix announced that the HD-2D action RPG The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales will launch on June 18 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game features a story spanning four ages and various gameplay mechanics including item and accessory equipping. The article also briefly mentions other upcoming game releases and updates.
