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UK software sales chart for the week ending March 14, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia slips as Monster Hunter Stories 3, Fatal Frame 2 Remake debut
The UK software sales chart for the week ending March 14, 2026, shows Resident Evil Requiem remaining in the top spot. Pokemon Pokopia dropped to fourth place, while new entries Monster Hunter Stories 3 and Fatal Frame 2 Remake debuted on the chart, potentially impacting sales figures.
Pokémon Pokopia Makes a Case for the Switch 2's Mouse M... | TAG
Pokémon Pokopia has surprisingly convinced a reviewer that the Nintendo Switch 2's mouse controls are a worthwhile feature, moving beyond initial skepticism. The article also touches on Zoo Fighter, a game with a social change mission, and a retrospective on the unsettling 90s thriller 'The Comfort of Strangers'.
How to unlock Silverwind Nargacuga early in Monster Hunter Stories 3 (Invasive Nerscylla guide)
This guide explains how to unlock the Silverwind Nargacuga mutation early in Monster Hunter Stories 3. It details the process of repelling the Invasive Nerscylla and obtaining a Nargacuga egg, followed by the requirements to achieve an S Ecosystem Rank for the Nargacuga in a suitable habitat to unlock the Silverwind variant.
How does Habitat Restoration work in Monster Hunter Stories 3
This guide explains how to restore habitats and raise the Ecosystem Rank in Monster Hunter Stories 3. Restoring habitats by releasing monsties increases the Ecosystem Rank, leading to better eggs, higher-level monsties, and unlocking special mutations. Players must first defeat the Invasive Yian Garuga to begin releasing monsters into regions.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – March 15, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia and Monster Hunter Stories 3 fight for first
The latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of March 15, 2026, show Pokemon Pokopia holding the top spot, narrowly beating out Monster Hunter Stories 3. The article highlights the ongoing competition between these two titles on the platform's digital storefront.
How to beat every Invasive Monster in Monster Hunter Stories 3
This guide details how to defeat various Invasive Monsters in Monster Hunter Stories 3, which are powered-up versions of standard monsters guarding rare creature dens. Each Invasive Monster requires specific tactics, such as breaking certain body parts, exploiting elemental weaknesses, or countering specific attacks, to drive them away and claim valuable eggs.
All endangered species locations in Monster Hunter Stories 3
Monster Hunter Stories 3 features nine endangered monster species that can be tamed by finding their eggs in specific locations. The guide details where to find each endangered monster, such as Rathian in Sunpetal Plains and Lagiacrus in Mirror Lake, and the invasive monsters that guard their dens.
[Let’s Talk] What are you playing? – March 2026
This article is a discussion prompt asking readers what games they have been playing in March 2026. It mentions several titles including Pokemon Pokopia, Monster Hunter Stories 3, Pokemon FireRed/LeafGreen, Resident Evil Requiem, and Blue Prince.
How to defeat Namielle in Monster Hunter Stories 3? Best team and weapons to use
This guide provides strategies for defeating the Elder Dragon Namielle in Monster Hunter Stories 3. It details Namielle's elemental weaknesses, recommending Fire, Ice, and Dragon attacks, with Fire being the most effective. The guide also suggests optimal monster companions like Ratha and Malzeno, and highlights Eleanor with a Great Sword as a strong ally, emphasizing the need for Water and Thunder resistances.
Famitsu review scores – March 14, 2026 – Monster Hunter Stories 3 and more
Famitsu has released its latest review scores for the week of March 14, 2026. Monster Hunter Stories 3 received a perfect score of 9/9/9/9, while Disciples: Domination, Baladins, Hunt the Night, and Fortuna Magus also received their scores from the publication's editors.
Monster Hunter Stories 3 Twisted Reflection Review: Gotta Hatch Em All | VGC
Capcom's Monster Hunter Stories 3 Twisted Reflection is a gorgeous turn-based RPG and potentially the best entry in the spin-off series. The game focuses on hatching and collecting monsters.
How to get the Deviljho early in Monster Hunter Stories 3 and farm its parts
This guide details how to find and defeat the Deviljho in Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, a powerful monstie that allows for crafting top-tier weapons and armor. It outlines the Deviljho's location in the Canalta Timberland region and provides strategies for countering its Power and Speed attacks in both Normal and Enraged states. The guide also lists recommended gear crafted from Deviljho parts, such as the Deviljho Hammer, Great Sword, and Armor set, highlighting their beneficial skills.
Complete Monster Hunter Stories 3 Invasive Monster guide: Locations, how to repel, and more
This guide details how to find and repel all nine Invasive Monsters in Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection. Defeating these special monsters rewards players with unique Endangered Eggs, which can be used to unlock new monsties.
Monster Hunter Stories 3 Drops Today – Capcom Delivers Third RPG Entry
Capcom has released Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection on PC today, March 13th, featuring a turn-based tactical RPG combat system where players partner with monsters. The launch includes two pieces of free DLC: the Gold Circlet accessory and Wind Wyvern's Friend layered armor. This release expands the Monster Hunter universe beyond traditional hunting, offering an accessible entry point for RPG fans.
Project Helix dev kits not going out until 2027 | TAG
Microsoft's next-gen console, Project Helix, will not have developer kits available until 2027, featuring a custom AMD chip with advanced ray tracing and upscaling. Separately, Pokémon Pokopia launched strongly on the Nintendo Switch 2, selling 2.2 million copies in three days, while Xbox is teasing "new ways to play" classic games for its 25th anniversary, emphasizing game preservation.
Every Video Game Showcase To Watch In 2026
This guide lists upcoming video game showcases and digital events scheduled for 2026, including major publisher presentations and indie-focused livestreams. It provides dates, times, and platforms for events like Summer Game Fest, The Game Awards, and various developer directs from companies such as Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo.
The PC game releases we're most excited about in March
March 2026 is set to be a busy month for PC game releases, featuring a variety of genres including the extraction shooter Marathon, the open-world action RPG Crimson Desert, and the horror remake Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake. Several other titles like Slay the Spire 2, Death Stranding 2, and SAND: Raiders of Sophie are also slated for release, alongside various game development events and Steam sales.
Ride Into Adventure With Capcom’s ‘Monster Hunter Stories’ Series in the Cloud
Capcom's role-playing games, Monster Hunter Stories and Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin, are now available on GeForce NOW. This brings the turn-based monster-battling adventures to multiple devices via cloud gaming.