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New FIFA Game Announced, Lets You Play As Thor And Late Soccer Star
FIFA has announced FIFA Heroes, a new 5v5 arcade-style soccer game featuring real-world players, mascots, and mythological figures like Thor. Developed by Enver, the game aims for accessible gameplay with exaggerated skills and personality-driven characters. FIFA Heroes is available on mobile and will launch on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch with cross-progression support.
Xbox Partner Preview March 26: S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 and The Expanse Lead Sci-Fi Gaming Showcase
Xbox announced an upcoming Partner Preview event for March 26th, highlighting S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl and The Expanse: Osiris Reborn as key sci-fi titles. The showcase will also feature Stranger Than Heaven and new Xbox Game Pass announcements, aiming to deliver a significant sci-fi gaming experience.
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.
Marathon Sales Look Soft So Far – PC By Far The Favoured Platform
Marathon has sold approximately 1.2 million copies, generating around $48 million in revenue, with PC being the dominant platform for sales. Despite initial sales being softer than anticipated by Sony and Bungie, the game has received positive reviews. However, current player trends suggest a potential challenge for its long-term viability as a live service title.
US: Nintendo Switch 2 remains 2nd fastest selling hardware in tracked history
Mat Piscatella of Circana reports that the Nintendo Switch remains the second fastest-selling video game hardware in the United States, despite sales not meeting internal expectations during the Christmas season. The Game Boy Advance holds the record for the fastest-selling hardware in tracked US history.
PlayStation Shuts Down Dark Outlaw Games Amid Fresh Layoffs and Strategy Shift
PlayStation has shut down Dark Outlaw Games as part of a broader strategy shift that includes fresh layoffs. The article reminisces about past PlayStation and Xbox titles, including Rainbow Six: Black Arrow and SOCOM 2, expressing a desire for new installments in classic franchises.
Fortnite Developer Epic Games Lays Off 1,000 Employees, Blaming 'Downturn in Engagement'
Epic Games, the developer of Fortnite, has laid off approximately 1,000 employees, citing a 'downturn in engagement.' The article also briefly mentions older games and consoles like Rainbow Six: Black Arrow on Xbox and titles on PlayStation 1 and 2.
Star Trek MMO Documentary Explores Federation’s Origins | Console Creatures
To celebrate its 16th anniversary, Cryptic Studios' Star Trek Online has released a new trailer and an "Enterprise" bundle for PC, PlayStation, and Xbox players. The bundle honors Star Trek: Enterprise's 25th and Star Trek's 60th anniversaries, featuring exclusive ships and gear inspired by the franchise's history.
Laysara: Summit Kingdom Review | TheXboxHub
Laysara: Summit Kingdom is a city-building strategy game that offers a deep and engaging experience despite a rocky launch. Initially unplayable due to a critical bug, the game has since been patched and now presents a compelling challenge of managing resources, logistics, and population needs on a mountaintop. Available on PC and Xbox, it features campaign and sandbox modes, appealing to fans of complex simulation and management gameplay.
Maximum Football Kicks Off Pre-Season 6: Training Camp
Maximum Entertainment has launched Pre-Season 6: Training Camp for its free-to-play football simulation game, Maximum Football. This update introduces a free pre-season progression track with new rewards, gameplay optimizations, and stability fixes across all platforms. The pre-season content serves as a prelude to the upcoming Season Pass 6, which is expected in the Spring.
Star Trek Online’s 16th Anniversary “Enterprise” Starship Bundle Now Available on PC
Arc Games and Cryptic Studios have released the 16th Anniversary "Enterprise" Starship Bundle for Star Trek Online on PC, coinciding with the 25th anniversary of Star Trek: Enterprise and the 60th anniversary of Star Trek. The bundle includes several ships and exclusive items, with a separate release planned for PlayStation and Xbox on April 7. The developers also released a historical retrospective video celebrating the franchise.
Morning Consolidation
Nintendo is reportedly reducing Nintendo Switch production this quarter due to a decrease in US demand. Separately, Albion Online is announced to be coming to Xbox, and recruitment has begun for the closed beta test of Once Human on consoles.
Epic Games Cuts Over 1,000 Jobs Weeks After Raising Fortnite V-Bucks Prices
Epic Games has announced layoffs affecting over 1,000 employees and a $500 million cost-cutting initiative due to a downturn in Fortnite engagement starting in 2025. CEO Tim Sweeney cited industry-wide challenges and unique company issues for the decision, assuring affected employees of severance and benefits. This follows a recent increase in V-Bucks prices and similar layoffs in 2023.
New Cozy Adventure: Meow Moments: Myth & Machine
Mens Sana Interactive announced Meow Moments: Celebrating Myth & Machine, a new hidden object game featuring cats across different eras. The game will be released on Xbox platforms on March 25 and on Nintendo Switch on April 1. It includes over 600 hidden items across two distinct scenes: a medieval fantasy realm and a futuristic sci-fi city.
Epic Games lays off "over 1,000" people, CEO Tim Sweeney says "I'm sorry we're here again" and blames "the downturn in Fortnite engagement"
Epic Games is laying off over 1,000 employees, with CEO Tim Sweeney citing a downturn in Fortnite engagement and industry-wide challenges. The company is implementing cost-saving measures, including significant layoffs and reduced spending, to ensure financial stability. Affected employees will receive severance packages and extended healthcare coverage.
Exclusive: This iconic Call of Duty zombies perk has been reborn as a collectible controller add-on
KontrolFreek has released new officially licensed Call of Duty performance thumbsticks inspired by the Juggernog perk from the game's zombies mode. The collectible comes in a replica can and includes an exclusive in-game weapon charm for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone. These thumbsticks are designed to improve precision and controller feel for first-person shooter fans.
Switch 2 slump: Nintendo cuts back, what happened to th... | TAG
Nintendo is reportedly scaling back production of the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 due to flagging demand, a surprising move for a successor to a highly successful console. Meanwhile, High On Life 2's Switch 2 release has been delayed to July 1, 2026, with Squanch Games needing more time for polish. In other news, Baldur's Gate 3 is currently at its lowest price ever on Steam, GOG, and PlayStation 5, and Asus has released the ROG Falchion Ace 75 HE gaming keyboard with updated features.
Dying Light: The Beast Restored Land Update to Bring Persistent World and More
Techland announced the upcoming 'Restored Land' update for Dying Light: The Beast, launching March 26th. This update introduces a persistent world where enemies and loot do not respawn, alongside vehicular challenges and a hardcore permadeath mode. The update also serves as a new edition for those who haven't purchased the game.
Hyperkin Competitor review
The Hyperkin Competitor offers a budget-friendly symmetrical stick controller for PC and Xbox, featuring Hall effect sticks and programmable back buttons. While affordable in regions like the US, its price in Australia makes it less competitive. The controller has some drawbacks, including average D-pad and face buttons, and lacks advanced features found in more expensive options like the PlayStation DualSense.
Crimson Desert Duskwood Ruins puzzle solution
This guide provides a step-by-step solution for the Duskwood Ruins puzzle in Crimson Desert, which rewards players with an Abyss Artifact. The puzzle involves aligning pillars using a rotating column and can be reset by reloading a save or fast traveling. Instructions are provided for both PlayStation and Xbox controller inputs.
