South of Midnight
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Resident Evil 7: biohazard, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, and Absolum Coming to Game Pass in MarchMicrosoft has announced the latest wave of games coming to Game Pass in March, including Resident Evil 7: biohazard and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth. Several titles will be available on day one, such as South of Midnight and The Alters, with Absolum also launching on Xbox Series X/S via Game Pass on March 25th. The service will also see the addition of Disco Elysium: The Final Cut and The Long Dark, with Final Fantasy 4 scheduled for April.
Clair Obscur and Dispatch lead BAFTA Game Awards 2026 nominationsClair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch lead the BAFTA Game Awards 2026 nominations with 12 and nine nods respectively. A total of 42 titles received nominations across various categories, with Ghost of Yotei, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Arc Raiders also securing multiple nominations. The awards ceremony is scheduled for April 17, 2026, in London.
Have Gamers Become Too Comfortable With Sequels and Remakes?The article discusses the increasing prevalence of sequels and remakes in the gaming industry, questioning if gamers have become too comfortable with familiar titles. While acknowledging that some sequels and remakes push innovation, the author notes a decline in the number of new intellectual properties being developed and risks taken by major publishers due to rising development costs and the desire for guaranteed audiences.
BAFTA Game Awards 2026 nominations revealed, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leads in nine categoriesThe nominations for the 2026 BAFTA Game Awards have been revealed, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading with 12 nominations, including Best Game. Other notable nominees for Best Game include Dispatch and Ghost of Yōtei. The awards ceremony will take place on April 17, 2026, in London.
Expedition 33 Wins Yet Another GOTY--See All The Winners From The 2026 Game Dev AwardsClair Obscur: Expedition 33 was the big winner at the 2026 Game Developers Choice Awards, taking home Game of the Year, Best Visual Art, Best Narrative, Best Audio, and Best Debut. Blue Prince also received multiple awards, including Best Design and Innovation. Don Daglow was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award, and Rebecca Ann Heineman received the Ambassador Award posthumously.
2026 Game Developers Choice Awards winners announcedThe winners for the 2026 Game Developers Choice Awards have been announced. Several titles were recognized across various categories, including Best Audio, Best Debut, Best Design, Innovation Award, Best Narrative, Best Technology, Best Visual Art, Social Impact, and Audience Award. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Blue Prince were among the most nominated games.
Full List Of 2026 BAFTA Game Awards NomineesThe nominations for the 2026 BAFTA Game Awards have been announced, recognizing 42 games across various categories. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leads with 12 nominations, followed by Dispatch with nine and Ghost of Yōtei with eight. The awards ceremony will be streamed on the BAFTA YouTube channel on April 17th, 2026.
BAFTA Games Awards 2026 Nominees Revealed with Clair Obscur Leading the PackBAFTA 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.
Phil Spencer Was Good for Xbox, but His Legacy Is Complicated - IGNPhil Spencer is retiring after 38 years with Microsoft, concluding a 12-year tenure as Head of Xbox. His legacy is viewed as complicated, with shareholders seeing massive stock growth while some hardcore gamers point to increased subscription prices, fewer exclusives, and studio closures. Despite these criticisms, the article argues Spencer was a net positive, crediting him with saving Xbox during the Xbox One era, championing features like backwards compatibility and cross-play, and building a strong portfolio of studios and games.
South of Midnight comes to Nintendo Switch 2 later this monthSouth of Midnight, previously an Xbox exclusive, is set to launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 on March 31st. This third-person action-adventure game features a Southern Gothic aesthetic and a narrative centered around a hurricane that pulls the protagonist into a world of memory and myth.
South of Midnight for PS5 launches March 31South of Midnight is set to launch on March 31 for PlayStation 5. Players are discussing the game's unique stop-motion animation style, with some appreciating it and others preferring a traditional animation option. The game is noted for its presentation and gameplay, drawing comparisons to Kena: Bridge of Spirits.
South of Midnight debuts on PS5 and Switch 2 later this monthCompulsion Games' action-adventure title, South of Midnight, will be released on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2 on March 31st. The game, featuring a stop-motion inspired art style and set in the American Deep South, was previously an Xbox console exclusive. The Weaver's Edition includes the base game, artbook, original soundtrack, comic book, and a documentary.
South of Midnight for PS5, Switch 2 launches March 31South of Midnight is slated for release on March 31 for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. The game features a unique stop-motion animation style for its main character, which some players have opted to disable for a smoother experience. The presentation is noted as slick, with gameplay described as serviceable and drawing comparisons to Kena: Bridge of Spirits.
South of Midnight PS5 and Switch 2 Release Date AnnouncedXbox Game Studios and Compulsion Games have announced that South of Midnight will be released on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2 on March 31. New trailers showcasing the game on these platforms have also been released. The game was previously launched on April 8, 2025, for Xbox Series and PC.
South of Midnight Shows Off Critical Praise in New PS5 TrailerA new trailer for South of Midnight highlights critical praise for the upcoming PlayStation 5 title, suggesting strong review scores. This 'Critical Acclaim' trailer indicates the developers are confident in the game's quality and may be aiming to build momentum for its release or sales.- Something for the Weekend – 07/03/26Nintendo held an Indie World showcase, revealing new titles and updates. Among the announcements were Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, South of Midnight for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2, and Echoes of Aincrad, an RPG set in the Sword Art Online universe. The article also reviews several games including Planet of Lana 2 and Pokémon Pokopia, and features previews for Tides of Tomorrow and Rogue Point.
South of Midnight Launches on March 31st for PS5Compulsion Games has announced that South of Midnight will launch on March 31st for PlayStation 5. The game, already available on Xbox Series X/S and PC, follows Hazel's journey through a Southern Gothic fantasy world. The developer has not yet confirmed a release date for the Nintendo Switch version.
Xbox Is Bringing Another Game To Switch 2 Later This MonthXbox has announced that Compulsion Games' action-adventure title, South of Midnight, will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 on March 31, 2026. The game was originally released for Xbox Series X|S in April 2025 and was also announced for PlayStation 5. Bethesda also recently released Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition on the Nintendo Switch 2.- South of Midnight heads to PS5 and Switch 2 March 31stCompulsion Games announced that its action-adventure title, South of Midnight, will be released on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch on March 31st. The game, which features a Southern Gothic aesthetic and a protagonist with unique abilities, is also available on PC and Xbox Series X|S.
PS5 Gets Award-Winning Xbox Action Game This MonthThe award-winning action-adventure game South of Midnight, developed by Compulsion Games, is now available on PlayStation 5 after its initial release on Xbox Series X|S and PC. The game features a unique stop-motion animation style and incorporates Deep South mythology, earning it awards for Games for Impact and Outstanding Achievement in Animation. It joins other former Xbox exclusives making their way to PlayStation 5.