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Every PS5 Pro Enhanced Game (So Far)
Sony's PlayStation 5 Pro, launched in November 2024, offers enhanced graphics and frame rates for compatible games, identified by a 'PS5 Pro Enhanced' label. The console features an upgraded GPU and AI-driven upscaling through PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) to achieve higher fidelity visuals and smoother performance, often doubling the power of the base PS5.
UK software sales chart for the week ending April 11, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia rises
The UK software sales chart for the week ending April 11, 2026, shows Resident Evil Requiem as the overall top seller. Pokemon Pokopia saw a significant rise to second place, while Mario Kart World dropped to fifth. The chart lists the top 40 best-selling games for the period.
Crimson Desert Recaptures the PS3-Era Magic of Gaming
Crimson Desert evokes a nostalgic PS3-era gaming experience by encouraging player-driven discovery and community interaction, reminiscent of older titles like Skyrim and Elden Ring. The game's challenging puzzles and opaque clues necessitate external guides and community collaboration, fostering a sense of shared accomplishment and a return to a less hand-held approach to gameplay.
Phantom Blade Zero Enters Final Stages of Development, Devs Emphasize No AI Visual Tech
Developer S-Game announced that Phantom Blade Zero is in its final development stages and will not use AI visual technology, with all content crafted by human artists. The team emphasized their commitment to traditional artistry, using 3D scans, motion capture from martial artists, and hand-drawn maps. Phantom Blade Zero is an action RPG inspired by Chinese Wuxia culture and other media, set to release on PlayStation 5 and PC on September 9, 2026.
From the C: to the /Mnt/s, Linux is better than ever for PC gaming – and easier to switch to from Windows
Linux has become a viable and accessible alternative to Windows for PC gaming, largely due to improvements in compatibility layers like Proton and the popularity of devices like the Steam Deck. While challenges remain, particularly with anti-cheat software, various distributions and tools now make it easier for users to switch and enjoy a wide range of games.
Most Anticipated PS5 Pro Update for Hit RPG Finally Revealed
CD Projekt Red is releasing a free PlayStation 5 Pro patch for Cyberpunk 2077 this week, enhancing visuals with 4K resolution and advanced ray tracing powered by PlayStation's Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR). The update targets 40 FPS in visual mode and up to 90 FPS in performance mode on the PlayStation 5 Pro. Several other games are also listed as supporting the new PSSR 2.0 technology.
The Best PS5 Games In 2026
This article rounds up the best PlayStation 5 games available, covering a wide range of genres and styles from AAA blockbusters to indie darlings. It highlights recent favorites and modern classics, aiming to help players discover must-play titles for the console. The list includes critically acclaimed games like Astro Bot, Metaphor: ReFantazio, and Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, among many others.
Famitsu software sales (3/23/26 – 3/29/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its Japanese software sales data for the week of March 23-29, 2026. Pokemon Pokopia on Nintendo Switch 2 leads the charts, followed by Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection and Super Mario Bros. Wonder. The data includes sales figures for various platforms including Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PlayStation 5.
Famitsu sales (3/23/26 – 3/29/26) – first week sales for Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection, more
Famitsu has released its latest Japanese sales data for the week of March 23-29, detailing both hardware and software performance. The Nintendo Switch family of consoles continues to dominate hardware sales, while Pokemon Pokopia leads the software charts. Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection debuted at number two on the software chart.
Quiz – Spel och spelikoner som återuppstod
This quiz focuses on comebacks in the gaming world, highlighting games and characters that have made remarkable returns. It touches upon various titles and their resurrections, alongside discussions on recent gaming news and hardware.
Here's your chance to get Marathon for just $1 and score one of my favorite FPS games in recent years for a tiny price
Bungie's extraction shooter Marathon is available for a limited time for $1 as part of a Fanatical Mystery Egg Bundle promotion. The game is praised for its sci-fi atmosphere and intense gunplay, though it features a challenging learning curve where players lose all gear upon death. Other potential prizes in the bundle include indie titles and older AAA games.
News Archives
This article provides a weekly roundup of new video game releases throughout early 2026 and late 2025. It highlights popular titles such as Super Mario Bros. Wonder – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, Crimson Desert, Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, and Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree.
PS5 Pro PSSR 2 Update Confirmed for Fan Favorite Adventure Game
Ubisoft has confirmed that Assassin's Creed Shadows will receive PSSR 2.0 support on the PlayStation 5 Pro, enhancing its visuals and performance. This update adds the game to a growing list of titles benefiting from the new upscaling technology, which also includes Resident Evil Requiem and Cyberpunk 2077.
5 Best Games of 2026 So Far
This article ranks the top 5 games released in the first quarter of 2026. Titles include Nioh 3, Esoteric Ebb, Pokémon Pokopia, Resident Evil – Requiem, and the indie hit Cairn. Despite industry challenges, 2026 has already delivered high-quality gaming experiences across various genres.
UK software sales chart for the week ending March 28, 2026 – Mario Kart World still doing well
The UK software sales chart for the week ending March 28, 2026, shows Mario Kart World holding strong at number two. Super Mario Bros. Wonder re-entered the top ten, boosted by its Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. The chart features a wide range of titles from various publishers, including EA SPORTS FC 26, Resident Evil Requiem, and Assassin's Creed Shadows.
Crimson Desert Is Doing Something Very Uncommon For RPGs
Crimson Desert, a single-player action-adventure RPG, is experiencing an uncommon trend of increasing player counts post-launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. This contrasts with most single-player RPGs which typically see a decline in concurrent players over time. Pearl Abyss is actively addressing player feedback with updates to refine the game.
Something for the Weekend – 28/03/26
This week's gaming news includes Sony increasing prices for PlayStation 5 consoles and the PlayStation Portal, Epic Games confirming over 1,000 layoffs, and four Nacon-owned studios filing for insolvency. New game announcements include STALKER 2: Cost of Hope expansion, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, and Wyldheart.
Should Japanese game devs focus on a Japanese style? Nioh 3 leads say it's "one of our strengths," but blindly "sticking with that Japanese style isn't good" on its own
Nioh 3's lead creators, Kohei Shibata and Fumihiko Yasuda of Team Ninja, discussed the balance between uniquely Japanese game design and global appeal. They stated that while incorporating Japanese cultural strengths is important, blindly adhering to a single style is not beneficial, and incorporating enjoyable elements from Western games is also crucial for success.
2026 video game release date calendar
This article provides a comprehensive calendar of video game releases scheduled for 2026, including specific dates for titles like Grand Theft Auto 6 in November and early year releases such as Resident Evil Requiem. It details monthly releases across various platforms and lists notable titles with TBD release dates, promising to be updated as new information becomes available.
"If we focus too much on casual players, that would take away the bite": Nioh 3 may be an easier Soulslike, but Team Ninja considers "really good" players when testing
Team Ninja producers Kohei Shibata and Fumihiko Yasuda discuss the difficulty of Nioh 3, explaining that while they aim for a challenging experience, they also consider players who are not experts in action games. They reference Elden Ring as an example of a Soulslike that achieved broad appeal without compromising its core design, emphasizing that focusing too much on casual players could diminish the signature bite of Team Ninja's action titles.
