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Highguard Joins the Great Concord in the Sky, Now Officially Delisted on PS5
Highguard has been officially delisted from digital storefronts and is no longer playable as developer Wildlight Entertainment shuts down the game. The free-to-play online multiplayer shooter, from developers who worked on Apex Legends and Titanfall, failed to gain traction and is shutting down just 45 days after its launch. This marks a significant failure for Wildlight Entertainment, which also had to lay off a majority of its staff shortly after Highguard's release due to its lack of success.
BAFTA Games Awards 2026 Nominees Revealed with Clair Obscur Leading the Pack
BAFTA has revealed the nominees for the upcoming BAFTA Games Awards, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading the pack with numerous nominations across various categories including Artistic Achievement, Debut Game, and Best Game. Other nominated titles include Dispatch, Ghost of Yotei, and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. The winners will be announced on April 17th.
Tech Boss of Developer Sony Is Shutting Down Thinks PlayStation Has Pulled Back From PC in Response to Steam Machine - IGN
Sony appears to be scaling back its PC gaming efforts, potentially returning to a strategy of keeping major single-player titles exclusive to PlayStation 5. This shift may be a response to the potential competition from Valve's Steam Machine, which could offer a console-like experience with access to the full PC library. The closure of Bluepoint Games, a studio known for its PlayStation remakes, is also mentioned in the context of Sony's evolving strategy.
Bafta Games 2026 nominees announced and it’s another Clair Obscur sweep
The nominations for the Bafta Games Awards 2026 have been announced, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading the pack with 12 nominations, matching its record at The Game Awards. Dispatch and Arc Raiders also received multiple nominations, including for Best Game. The awards ceremony is scheduled for April 17.
50 Video Game Movies In The Works: How Many Of Them Will Actually Come Out?
Hollywood is actively developing over 50 film and television adaptations of video game properties, ranging from major franchises like Elden Ring and Call of Duty to indie titles such as The Mortuary Assistant. While some projects like Death Stranding and Mortal Kombat 2 are further along, many others are in early development or face potential delays, with varying degrees of success seen in past video game movies.
Dynamic Pricing Reported in PlayStation Store
Sony has been conducting A/B price tests in the PlayStation Store since November 2025, affecting over 100 games across more than seventy regions. This dynamic pricing experiment, which includes both discounts and potential price increases, has expanded to the US market and involves first-party titles like Marvel's Spider-Man 2 and God of War Ragnarök, as well as games from major publishers. The move has sparked concern among users regarding potential price inflation and unfair practices.
The Best PS5 Deals This Week: Save On RPGs, Preowned Games, And Accessories - March 11, 2026
This week's PlayStation 5 deals include significant discounts on RPGs like Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles and Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, as well as sales on preowned games from GameFly. Several accessories, including headsets and DualSense controllers, are also available at reduced prices, though console bundle stock is limited.
PS5's Helldivers 2 Goes Full WW1 in Upcoming Entrenched Division Warbond
The upcoming Entrenched Division Warbond for Helldivers 2, launching March 17, 2026, introduces World War 1-inspired gear. This includes new flamethrower weapons like the B/FLAM-80 Cremator and SMG/FLAM-34 Stoker, a gas mortar sentry, a powerful G-48 Giga Grenade, and WW1-themed armor cosmetics.
Helldivers 2 is Getting Trench Warfare-Focused Entrenched Division Premium Warbond on March 17th
Arrowhead Game Studios is releasing the "Entrenched Division" Premium Warbond for Helldivers 2 on March 17th, featuring trench warfare-themed weapons, armor, and cosmetics. The update includes new items like the B/FLAM-80 Cremator flamethrower and the A/GM-17 Gas Mortar Sentry. CEO Shams Jorjani also commented on the studio's past underinvestment in technology, including their use of the Autodesk Stingray engine.
Everything in the Helldivers 2 Entrenched Division Warbond
The Helldivers 2 Entrenched Division Warbond, releasing March 17, is themed around First World War trench warfare and includes new weapons like an SMG with an integrated flamethrower, a heavy flamethrower called the Cremator, and the Entrenchment Tool melee weapon. It also features new stratagems, armor sets, and cosmetic items, available for 1,000 Super Credits.
Helldivers 2 new Entrenched Division Warbond brings trench warfare on March 17th
Arrowhead Game Studios is releasing the Entrenched Division Premium Warbond for Helldivers 2 on March 17th, introducing trench warfare-themed weapons and equipment. The update includes new primary and secondary weapons, defensive stratagems like a gas mortar and flamethrower, and two new armor sets designed for close-quarters combat.
Helldivers 2 Entrenched Division Warbond Brings World War I to Space Next Week
Arrowhead Game Studios and Sony Interactive Entertainment announced the upcoming 'Entrenched Division' Warbond for Helldivers 2, set to release on March 17th. This new content introduces World War I-inspired cosmetic items, including new armor sets, capes, emotes, and several new weapons like a flamethrower and a gas mortar sentry. The Warbond follows the recent 'Machinery of Oppression' update and is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Sony is reportedly testing dynamic pricing on its PlayStation storefront that changes the price tag of over 190 games
Sony is reportedly testing dynamic pricing on the PlayStation Store, with prices changing for over 190 games across more than 70 regions since November 2025. The experiment, which includes first-party titles and some third-party games, offers personalized discounts that can be significantly deeper than standard sale prices, particularly in the US market.
Helldivers 2 Entrenched Division Premium Warbond out March 17
The Entrenched Division Premium Warbond for Helldivers 2 is set to release on March 17. This new warbond introduces new primary and secondary weapons, including a flamethrower and a gas mortar sentry, alongside new armor sets with passive abilities and various cosmetic items like patterns and emotes.
Helldivers 2 devs "underinvested" in the shooter's engine, Arrowhead CEO admits, who pledges "things can/will get better" despite recent improvements
Arrowhead Game Studios CEO Shams Jorjani admitted that the studio "underinvested" in the engine for Helldivers 2, leading to recurring technical issues and a large PC file size. While acknowledging improvements have been made, Jorjani pledged that the team is committed to further enhancing the game's stability and performance.
As the Marathon player count discourse reaches peak stupidity, Warframe and Overwatch devs speak up in solidarity: 'This is big unemployed, maidenless behavior'
Developers from Warframe and Overwatch have spoken out against the intense scrutiny of Marathon's player count on Steam, calling it "unemployed, maidenless behavior." Rebecca Ford of Warframe highlighted the increased competition in the market since the game's launch, while Dylan Snyder of Overwatch pointed out the limitations of using SteamDB for player count analysis. The discussion touches on the challenges faced by new live service games in a crowded market.
Helldivers 2’s Latest Warbond Turns Back The Clock To World War I
The latest Helldivers 2 Premium Warbond, 'Entrenched Division,' launches on March 17, featuring a World War I-inspired aesthetic. This update introduces new weapons like the B/FLAM-80 Cremator flamethrower and SMG/FLAM-34 Stoker, along with vintage-themed armor and capes. The Warbond costs 1,000 Super Credits, which can be earned in-game or purchased with real money.
Console Wars Help Fans Feel Like "Soldiers In Battle," Former Xbox Exec Says
Former Xbox executive Peter Moore believes he may have contributed to the intensity of console wars, drawing parallels to his experience in the competitive shoe industry. He argues that this intense competition, exemplified by the rivalry between Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo, drives innovation and leads to better gaming experiences for consumers.
Games Inbox: When will the next big Super Mario game be announced?
Readers express anticipation for a new Super Mario game announcement, speculating it might coincide with or follow the Super Mario Galaxy movie. Other topics include concerns about the rising cost of consoles and amiibo, the precarious nature of game development jobs, and the potential impact of dynamic pricing and AI on the industry.
Helldivers 2 Studio CEO Acknowledges it “Underinvested” in Technology by Using Stingray Engine
Arrowhead Game Studios CEO Shams Jorjani acknowledged that the studio "underinvested" in the technology powering Helldivers 2, which is built on the outdated Autodesk Stingray engine. Despite ongoing technical and performance issues, Jorjani stated that improvements are being made to the engine to ensure the game's longevity as a "forever game."
