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Full List Of 2026 BAFTA Game Awards Nominees
The 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 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.
Phil Spencer Was Good for Xbox, but His Legacy Is Complicated - IGN
Phil 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 month
South 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 31
South 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 month
Compulsion 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 31
South 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 Announced
Xbox 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 Trailer
A 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 – 07/03/26
Nintendo 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 PS5
Compulsion 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 Month
Xbox 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 31st
Compulsion 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 Month
The 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.
South of Midnight reveals Nintendo Switch 2 release date, new trailer
South of Midnight, an action-adventure game from Compulsion Games and Xbox, is set to release on March 31, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game features Hazel, a Weaver who explores a Southern Gothic world inspired by folklore to mend broken bonds and confront mythical creatures.
PS5 Players Can Finally Explore This Award-Winning Xbox Gem
The action-adventure game South of Midnight, developed by Compulsion Games, is coming to PlayStation 5 on March 31st. Previously an Xbox exclusive, the game features a Southern Gothic aesthetic and won the Games for Impact award. It was praised for its storybook visuals and engaging narrative, though its combat mechanics were noted as lacking.
South of Midnight for PS5, Switch 2 launches March 31
The third-person action-adventure game South of Midnight is set to launch on March 31 for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. The article confirms the release date for these platforms.
Another Xbox Game Jumps To PS5 And Switch 2 Very Soon
South of Midnight, developed by Microsoft-owned Compulsion Games, will be released on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch on March 31, 2026, expanding its availability beyond PC and Xbox Series X|S. Microsoft is bringing its games to rival platforms to reach a wider audience and increase revenue, with Halo: Campaign Evolved also slated for a multiplatform release later this year.
The complete guide to game subscription services in 2026
This guide details the current state of gaming subscription services as of February 2026, analyzing pricing, library sizes, and platform support across major offerings like Xbox Game Pass, PlayStation Plus, and Nintendo Switch Online. It highlights recent price hikes, tier restructurings, and the evolving landscape of cloud gaming and bundled services, offering insights for consumers to determine the best value.
The Game Awards 2025 - List of Nominees - NintendoFuse
Geoff Keighley announced the nominees for The Game Awards 2025, highlighting Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Ghost of Yotei with multiple nominations across various categories including Game of the Year. The full list of nominees for categories like Best Performance, Best Ongoing Game, and Best Mobile Game has been revealed, with the Player's Voice award nominees to be announced later. The article also mentions Steve as the Senior Editor of NintendoFuse.
