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Slide Viking: Treasure’s Path Review | TheXboxHub
Slide Viking: Treasure's Path is a sokoban (crate-pushing) puzzle game from Afil Games, diverging from its predecessor's sliding puzzle mechanics. While the game offers clever layouts and polished gameplay, it lacks the innovation found in the original Slide Viking, disappointing fans of that specific genre.
Fortnite Save The World goes free-to-play, with pre-registrations now open
Epic Games is making Fortnite Save The World free-to-play starting April 17, with pre-registrations now open and offering in-game rewards. The original cooperative mode of Fortnite, which launched in 2017, will become accessible to a wider audience across multiple platforms including PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.
Meowgic Mix Review | TheXboxHub
Meowgic Mix is a solid, well-made sokoban puzzle game from Afil Games that offers thirty levels of increasing difficulty. While it doesn't introduce new mechanics or features beyond its core gameplay, the puzzle design is clever and the presentation is clear, featuring a cute wizard cat pushing potions into cauldrons. The game is available on PC, Xbox Series X, and Xbox One.
Lantern Push Review | TheXboxHub
Lantern Push is a polished sokoban puzzle game featuring an adorable red panda protagonist. Developed by Afil Games, it offers challenging grid-based puzzles but lacks new mechanics or significant improvements over previous titles. The game is available on Xbox Series X, Xbox One, and PC.
Dracamar launches March 26 for PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, and PC, in April for Switch
The 3D platformer Dracamar, inspired by late 90s and early 2000s classics, is set to launch on March 26 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. A Nintendo Switch version will follow in April.
Mega Man voice actor announces he won't be back for Dual Override due to lack of "protections of a union contract"
Voice actor Ben Diskin announced he will not return to voice Mega Man in Mega Man: Dual Override due to the project not being unionized. Diskin, who voiced the character in Mega Man 11, stated he cannot risk working without the protections of a union contract, despite Capcom's assurances regarding AI usage. Mega Man: Dual Override is slated for a 2027 release on PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One & Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Sokobear Cave Review | TheXboxHub
Sokobear Cave is a competent puzzle game that blends Sokoban mechanics with sliding puzzles, offering a novel experience on Xbox platforms. While the game introduces interesting mechanics like toppling stalagmites and multi-gem puzzles, its presentation is hampered by an overly dark visual filter that makes details difficult to discern.
Hidden Cats in Spooky Village Expands The Cozy Puzzle Series
Hidden Cats in Spooky Village, the latest installment in the Hidden Cats series, has been released by publisher Silesia Games and developer Nukearts Studio. Available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, the game offers a cozy hidden object puzzle experience set in a haunted village, featuring over 1200 hidden objects and collectibles.
Test Your Logic In Temari Trials: Dojo’s Test
Temari Trials: Dojo's Test, a puzzle game developed and published by Afil Games, has been released on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game features 30 levels with a Sokoban-style logic puzzle mechanic involving pushing temari balls to unlock chests.
Stretch Your Thinking With 1 CatLine
1 CatLine, a precision puzzle-platformer developed by Nerd Games and published by Eastasiasoft, is now available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game features a unique mechanic where players use a stretchy cat companion to solve single-screen challenges, with the ability to freeze time to reposition the cat.
Fortnite's Original Mode Is Finally Going Free-To-Play In April, Even On Switch 2
Epic Games announced that Fortnite's original PvE mode, Save the World, will become free-to-play for most players starting April 16. This change reverses a decision made nearly six years ago. The mode will be available on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and the Nintendo Switch 2, though not on mobile or the original Switch.
Daily Video Game Deals Mar 11 – Forspoken, Five Nights at Freddy’s: The Core Collection, Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance & More
Daily video game deals for March 11th include discounts on Forspoken, Five Nights at Freddy’s: The Core Collection, and Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance. These deals are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Microsoft Teases Project Helix Development Kits at GDC 2026 With New Images
Microsoft has teased development kits for its next-generation console, codenamed Project Helix, at GDC 2026. The images, shared via Xbox's social media, bear resemblance to past Xbox development hardware and hint at the "XDK" designation. New Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma confirmed Project Helix will lead in performance for both Xbox and PC games.
Mega Man: Dual Override Hit With “Do Not Work Order” by SAG-AFTRA
SAG-AFTRA has issued a "Do Not Work Order" for Capcom's upcoming game Mega Man: Dual Override, preventing union members from participating. Voice actor Ben Diskin, who voiced Mega Man in Mega Man 11, announced he will not return for the new title due to the lack of union protections and concerns over AI usage. The game is slated for a 2027 release on multiple platforms.
Palworld Updates Will Continue After 1.0, But Not Like No Man’s Sky, Says Publishing Head
Pocketpair's publishing head John Buckley stated that while Palworld will continue to receive updates after its 1.0 release, it will not follow the decade-long, massive update model of games like No Man's Sky. He cited engine limitations and the game's linear progression system as reasons why such extensive, long-term support is unlikely. Buckley also mentioned the possibility of a Palworld 2.0 in the future, but emphasized that the studio's current focus is on the 1.0 release.
Ripping Open Ultra-Rares In TCG Card Shop Simulator on Game Pass
TCG Card Shop Simulator, currently in Game Preview, offers a detailed simulation of running a trading card shop, including realistic customer interactions and the manual process of selling and stocking items. Despite some jank and unrealistic economic elements, the game captures the fantasy of owning a shop and the thrill of opening booster packs, making it appealing to fans of the genre and TCGs. It is available on PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and via Game Pass.
Tales of Berseria Remastered Review Great JRPG, Questionable Remaster | COGconnected
Tales of Berseria Remastered is a well-regarded JRPG, though its availability on modern consoles like PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One raises questions about the necessity of a remaster. The review highlights the game's strengths as a JRPG while questioning the value of the remaster itself.
Gundam x Apex Legends Collaboration Live
Respawn Entertainment and EA have launched a limited-time collaboration event in Apex Legends, featuring a Gundam-inspired battlefield with new weapons, map updates, and cosmetics. The event introduces items like the Buster Rifle and Bit Staves, and transforms the Broken Moon map. Three limited-edition Apex Legends Gunplas will also be available for sale.
Fortnite to raise V-Buck prices later this month "to help pay the bills" after Epic Games generated over $6 billion last year
Epic Games is increasing the price of V-Bucks in Fortnite starting March 19th, citing the need to "pay the bills" despite generating over $6 billion last year. This change will result in players receiving fewer V-Bucks for their money across various pack sizes. To mitigate disappointment, Epic is offering a 20 percent cashback on premium currency purchases made through the Epic Games Store.
Sanrio Character Ranking 2026 Popularity Poll Begins in April
Sanrio has announced that the 2026 character ranking popularity poll will begin on April 9, 2026, and run until May 24, 2026. The theme for this year's poll is "Smiling Ovation," with characters dressed as cheerleaders. The results will be revealed on June 28, 2026, and the winner will likely be featured on more merchandise and tie-in events.
