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Monster Hunter Stories 3 Comparison Shows Switch 2 Performance Between PS5 and Xbox Series S
A new comparison shows that Monster Hunter Stories 3 on the Nintendo Switch 2 achieves performance levels between the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S. The analysis highlights the game's performance across different platforms.
WARHAMMER BLOOD BOWL VIDEO GAME ADAPTATION LAUNCHES SPRING 2026
NACON and Cyanide Studio announced Warhammer Blood Bowl, a new video game adaptation of the tabletop game, set to launch in Spring 2026 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. Players who own Blood Bowl 3 will receive the new game for free. A demo featuring the new 'Rumble' game mode will be available on Steam from March 18 to March 25, 2026.
Classic Old-School Roleplaying – Choice and Adventure in GreedFall: The Dying World
GreedFall: The Dying World, a narrative-driven RPG inspired by classic tabletop games, emphasizes player choice and expression with significant consequences for relationships and the world state. It launches March 12 on Xbox Series X|S, with early access available now via the Deluxe Edition. Players can customize their character and approach challenges through diplomacy, combat, or stealth, influencing companions and the game's ending.
The best games of 2026, so far
This ranked list highlights the best games released so far in 2026, focusing on titles that received a 4-star rating or above. The selection includes a mix of sequels, remakes, and surprising new IPs across various genres, with Resident Evil Requiem topping the list.
Monster Hunter Stories 3 Comparison Shows Switch 2 Performance Between PS5 and Xbox Series S
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is an evolution of the series, featuring a satisfying loop of hunting, hatching, and upgrading. This review compares the game's performance on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S.
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault Receives First Big Early Access Update
Digital Sun and 11 bit studios have released a significant update for Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault, currently in Steam Early Access on PC. The 'Greed & Glory' update introduces a new combat path called HEX, the Blo-Blitz dual guns, twenty new combat rooms, expanded perk sets, and a wave-based challenge mode called the Greed Colosseum. The full 1.0 release is planned for later in 2026 on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Abyssus Confirmed For Xbox And PlayStation – Underwater FPS To Finally Surface On Console
The underwater roguelike FPS Abyssus is confirmed for Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, launching this summer with a major free 1.3 update. This update includes new areas, enemies, blessings, and full crossplay support across all platforms. A physical PlayStation 5 edition with all cosmetic DLC will also be available.
DRACAMAR - The 3D platformer inspired by Mediterranean culture and PS2 classics, arrives on PC, PS4/5, Xbox One / Series on March 26 and Switch in April
Petoons Studio announced that its 3D platformer, Dracamar, inspired by Mediterranean culture and PS2 classics, will launch on March 26 for PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. The Nintendo Switch version will be released in April. Players will embark on an adventure to save their world from the evil dragon King Crad.
Zoo Clues Review | TheXboxHub
Zoo Clues is a spot-the-difference game that suffers from numerous issues, making it barely playable. Problems include misaligned images, intrusive borders, and inconsistent differences that swing between being too obvious and too tiny. The game is not recommended, even at its low price point, with a physical book being a better alternative.
"I think people undervalue their own work" – ID@Xbox head Chris Charla on the tricky problem of indie game pricing
ID@Xbox head Chris Charla discussed the challenges of indie game pricing, encouraging developers to value their work and avoid imposter syndrome. He also touched on discoverability issues on the Xbox store and the success of Game Pass for developers.
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.
Brazilian Tactical Naval Game About Enslaved Rebels Becoming Pirates Launches Steam Page on March 11
Mandinga Games announced that the Steam page for its upcoming naval tactical strategy game, Black Sailors: A Santos Bay Tale, will launch on March 11, 2026. The game, set in 17th-century Brazil, features enslaved rebels becoming pirates and is supported by ID@Xbox. A demo is available on itch.io, with a full release planned for late 2026 on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation.
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.
DISCOVER THE HEART OF HELLRAISER IN NEW DEVELOPER DIARY VIDEO FOR CLIVE BARKER’S HELLRAISER: REVIVAL
Saber Interactive and Boss Team Games released a developer diary for Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival, showcasing how the team is capturing the essence of the iconic horror franchise. The survival-horror action game is set to launch later this year on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam, featuring Doug Bradley as Pinhead.
Doug Bradley-led Hellraiser: Revival developer diary explores "strong and powerful" story and Cenobite powers
Saber Interactive and Boss Team Games have released a new developer diary for Hellraiser: Revival, featuring actor Doug Bradley reprising his role as Pinhead. The diary explores the game's strong narrative, drawing inspiration from Clive Barker's original novella and the first two films, and hints at the powerful Cenobite abilities players will wield. The horror game is set to launch later this year on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
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.
Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse Review — Minimal magic
Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse is an action roguelike metroidvania featuring a witch and her sentient hat that aids in exploration. While the game boasts a beautiful aesthetic and fun mechanics like enemy possession, it suffers from repetitive gameplay, a lack of narrative depth, and poorly tutorialized base-building elements, making it a mixed experience.
Crimson Desert PC specs don't keep resolution and framerate targets a secret, and they don't use upscaling for everything either
Pearl Abyss has revealed the official PC specifications for Crimson Desert, detailing resolution and framerate targets for various graphics presets, with most not relying on upscaling. The specifications also include details for console versions on PlayStation and Xbox, and handhelds like the ASUS ROG Ally.
