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20 New Games Headed To GeForce NOW In April, Many Day-One Releases
GeForce NOW is adding 20 new games in April, including several day-one releases. Notable additions include Arknights: Endfield, Pragmata, and Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection. The service will also see titles like Replaced and Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era become available.
Press Start on April: GeForce NOW Brings 10 Games to the Cloud
GeForce NOW is adding ten new games in April, including the launch of Capcom's Pragmata and Hypergryph's Arknights: Endfield. The cloud gaming service will also feature Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection and numerous other titles throughout the month. Players can experience these games with high settings and performance across various devices.
Blacknut and ESDigital Games Partner to Bring a Diverse Portfolio of Premium Titles to Cloud Gaming Audiences Worldwide
Blacknut, a leading cloud gaming service, has partnered with ESDigital Games to bring a diverse portfolio of premium titles to its platform. This collaboration will make ESDigital Games' catalog, including titles like AWAKEN – Astral Blade and Darkestville Castle, accessible to players worldwide through Blacknut's service without requiring dedicated gaming hardware.
'The Solution Is to Get Rid of Consoles': Analyst Predicts $1,000 PS6 and a Transition to Game Streaming
Wedbush Securities analyst Michael Pachter predicts that the PlayStation 6 could cost as much as $1,000, suggesting a future where consoles are phased out in favor of game streaming. While Sony offers streaming solutions, Pachter believes the industry will eventually transition away from dedicated hardware due to rising costs.
GeForce NOW 2.0.83 brings improved display scaling for Linux
NVIDIA's latest GeForce NOW update, version 2.0.83, introduces significant improvements including enhanced UI scaling for the Linux beta, 90 FPS streaming for supported VR headsets like Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest, and greater user control over network adaptation settings. The update also adds customizable in-game overlay shortcuts, expanded HOTAS support, and improved H.265 streaming for browser clients.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite cloud version delisted from eShop, servers to shut down in August
The cloud version of Aliens: Fireteam Elite has been delisted from the Nintendo Switch eShop and will be unplayable after August 5, 2026. The cooperative survival shooter, released in 2023, suffered from latency issues due to its cloud-based nature. This marks one of the first cloud version delistings on the Switch, with more expected in the future.
PS5 price hike hits us hard—is Sony making the right mo... | TAG
Sony has implemented a price increase for the PlayStation 5, a move discussed as inevitable due to rising component costs and market pressures. Analysts suggest this could push consumers towards alternative platforms like PC, mobile, or cloud gaming. The article also touches on new features in Borderlands 4 and a special deal for NordVPN.
Fortnite Fans Brace for Potential Price Surges Across C... | TAG
Sony has announced another price increase for the PlayStation 5, with the digital edition now costing $600, a $200 jump since launch. This move has sparked concerns about gamers shifting to cheaper alternatives like mobile or streaming, while the Xbox Series S remains a more affordable option. Separately, Borderlands 4's new $30 expansion pack is facing fan backlash for its perceived lack of innovation.
Xbox Partner Preview: March 2026 – All the Announcements from Our Amazing Partners
The Xbox Partner Preview showcased 19 upcoming games from third-party developers, including world premieres of Hunter: The Reckoning – Deathwish, Alien Deathstorm, and Artificial Detective. Many titles, such as Stranger Than Heaven and Hades II, will be available day one with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. The event also provided updates on DLC for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl and revealed release windows for numerous other games across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and Xbox Cloud.
Subscriptions, Clouds, and Streams
NVIDIA announced five new games are now available on its GeForce NOW cloud gaming service. The update highlights the growing trend of subscription-based gaming and the expansion of cloud streaming platforms.
Game On: Five New Titles Now Streaming on GeForce NOW
NVIDIA's cloud gaming platform GeForce NOW has added five new titles to its library, including the retro-racer Screamer and the latest update for Honkai: Star Rail. Players can also access King's Quest, BATTLETECH, Despot's Game, and Diablo II: Resurrected through the service. This expansion offers instant streaming of these games across various devices without requiring installations.
GeForce NOW Adds Screamer, King’s Quest, and More to Streaming Library
Nvidia's GeForce NOW cloud gaming service has added five new titles to its library, including the racing game Screamer and the classic RPG King's Quest. The update also features the latest version of Honkai: Star Rail, along with BATTLETECH, Despot's Game, and Diablo II: Resurrected, with many of the additions being retro titles.
Netflix Is Getting More Expensive, And That Impacts Games, Too
Netflix has increased the prices for all three of its subscription tiers, impacting both its streaming services and its growing library of mobile games. The Standard With Ads plan is now $9, Standard is $20, and Premium is $27 per month. This follows similar price hikes from other subscription services, including Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
Nintendo At The Crossroads - Is Cloud Gaming The Home Run?
Nintendo faces a critical juncture as its Switch 2 hardware sales slow due to a lack of new content, prompting an examination of cloud gaming as a potential solution. While past attempts with cloud gaming on the original Switch were unsuccessful, the article argues that embracing cloud services is essential for Nintendo to remain competitive and reach a wider audience in an evolving gaming landscape.
The Evolution of Digital Gaming Platforms and User Experience in Modern Entertainment | Invision Game
The digital gaming industry has evolved significantly, with modern platforms prioritizing user experience, accessibility across devices, and intuitive design. Trends like international gameplay influences, particularly from Thailand, and the integration of cloud technologies are shaping innovation. Platforms that combine functionality, visual clarity, security, and performance are poised to lead the future of interactive entertainment.
Xbox Game Pass Getting Cheaper Tier & Netflix Bundle, Report Says
Microsoft's Xbox is reportedly exploring the introduction of a cheaper Xbox Game Pass subscription tier and a potential bundle deal with Netflix. This move aims to increase accessibility and address subscription fatigue by offering more flexible options for consumers.
March Xbox Update: New Console Updates Available to Insiders, Xbox at GDC, and More
Xbox is rolling out new console features for Insiders, including customizable Home groups, custom colors, and Quick Resume settings. Updates from GDC include Project Helix, a next-generation console concept, and the expansion of Xbox mode to all Windows 11 devices. New dynamic backgrounds for Sea of Thieves and Towerborne are also available.
Xbox and Netflix 'kicking around' ideas for subscription bundles
Xbox and Netflix have discussed potential subscription bundles that could combine Xbox Game Pass with Netflix's streaming service. While no concrete plans are in place, both companies are exploring possibilities for future collaboration. Netflix's gaming division is also focusing on cloud-based titles for television screens in 2026.
Xbox Portfolio GM Says Studios Targeting Project Helix Should Start Working on Xbox and PC Today
Microsoft's Xbox Portfolio GM Chris Charla advises developers targeting the upcoming 'Project Helix' console to begin developing for both Xbox and PC simultaneously. He emphasized that a single build should ideally run across Project Helix, PC, and cloud streaming services. Charla also briefly mentioned new Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma's leadership principles.
Xbox indie program lead says Project Helix will be 'easier' for developers and that Microsoft is 'working hard so developers can make one Xbox build in the future' that will run on everything
Microsoft's Project Helix is designed to simplify game development by allowing developers to create a single build that runs across consoles, PC, and cloud surfaces. Chris Charla, Xbox portfolio GM, advises studios to prioritize developing for current Xbox Series X and PC to ensure readiness for the next-generation platform, expected to begin developer testing in 2027.
