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DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 3 Announced
Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3, an action-adventure title set to release next year for PC and consoles. This project was previously teased as "AGE 1000" and marks a new entry in the Dragon Ball Xenoverse series.
2026’s Best PS5 Console Exclusive RPG Getting a Free Update
Team Ninja's PlayStation 5 exclusive action RPG, Nioh 3, is receiving a free update on April 27, 2026, which will introduce new challenges, items, and gameplay adjustments. The update includes high-difficulty Battle Scrolls and the Stone of Penance for increased accessory rarity. Paid DLC expansions are also planned for September 2026 and February 2027.
A24’s Live-Action Elden Ring Film Releasing May 3, 2028
A24 and Bandai Namco have announced that Alex Garland's live-action film adaptation of FromSoftware's Elden Ring will be released on May 3, 2028, and will be filmed for IMAX. The film, written and directed by Garland, will feature a cast including Kit Connor, Ben Whishaw, and Cailee Spaeny. The original Elden Ring video game was released in 2022 and is based on a story by George R. R. Martin.
A24’s Live-Action Elden Ring Film Releasing March 3, 2028
A24 and Bandai Namco have announced that Alex Garland's live-action film adaptation of FromSoftware's Elden Ring will be released on March 3, 2028, filmed for IMAX. The film, written and directed by Garland, will begin production this spring and features a cast including Kit Connor, Ben Whishaw, and Cailee Spaeny. The original Elden Ring video game was released in 2022 and is based on a story by George R. R. Martin.
Spiritborn Could Be Diablo IV’s Most Fascinating Class Addition Yet
Blizzard Entertainment is introducing the Spiritborn class in the upcoming Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred expansion. This new class draws power from the lore of Nahantu and offers a unique playstyle centered around four animal spirits: Jaguar, Eagle, Gorilla, and Centipede, allowing for deep customization and hybrid builds.
New ID@Xbox showcase in collaboration with IGN set for 23rd April
IGN is collaborating with ID@Xbox for a new showcase on April 23rd, featuring reveals and updates for indie and mid-sized games on Xbox and PC. The event will include titles like Mistfall Hunter, There Are No Ghosts at the Grand, Aphelion, and Solo Leveling Arise Overdrive. This showcase follows a similar event in October 2025 which highlighted games such as Vampire Survivors.
Beast of Reincarnation pre-orders now available
Pre-orders for the action RPG Beast of Reincarnation are now available both physically and digitally. The game is described as a "one-person, one-dog action RPG."
Elden Ring movie sets 2028 release date, full cast, and confirms it will be filmed for IMAX
A live-action movie adaptation of Elden Ring is set to be released on March 3, 2028, and will be filmed for IMAX. Directed by Alex Garland, who also wrote the script, the film has secured its full cast and received the blessing of FromSoftware and the game's creators.
Mouse P.I. For Hire Review
Mouse P.I. For Hire is a debut indie title from Fumi Games that blends 1930s cartoon humor with a gritty noir atmosphere. Players take on the role of Jack Pepper, a private detective in the crime-ridden Mouseburg, engaging in fast-paced first-person shooter combat inspired by retro FPS titles. The game features a unique black-and-white rubber hose animation style and a jazz-infused soundtrack, earning a score of 9/10 despite minor bugs.
Elden Ring Live-Action Film Release Date And Full Cast Announced
The live-action film adaptation of Elden Ring is set to release on March 3, 2028, in IMAX, with production beginning this spring. The cast includes Jefferson Hall, Emma Laird, Peter Serafinowicz, and Nick Offerman, among others. Alex Garland is attached as writer and director for the film, which is based on the popular action RPG developed by FromSoftware and written by George R. R. Martin.
The Elden Ring movie reveals full cast and 2028 date for full IMAX release
The Elden Ring video game is being adapted into a film by A24 Productions, directed by Alex Garland, with a planned IMAX release on March 3, 2028. The movie's cast has been revealed, featuring actors such as Kit Connor, Ben Whishaw, and Jonathan Pryce. The adaptation will draw from the game's lore, co-created with George R.R. Martin.
Nioh 3 to get free update with high-difficulty side missions, rarer accessories, and new skills
Team Ninja and Koei Tecmo announced a free update for Nioh 3, scheduled for April 27th. This update will introduce high-difficulty Battle Scrolls, a Stone of Penance item to increase accessory rarity, and new skills. The developer also confirmed that the paid season pass DLCs are on track for September 2026 and February 2027.
Elden Ring live-action film premieres March 3, 2028; full cast announced
A live-action film adaptation of FromSoftware's fantasy action RPG Elden Ring is set to premiere on March 3, 2028, and will be filmed for IMAX. The full cast for the movie has also been announced.
Vampire Crawlers review - the not quite a sequel to Vampire Survivors
Vampire Crawlers is a follow-up to the indie hit Vampire Survivors, shifting to a deck-building dungeon crawler genre while retaining similar low-tech graphics and addictive gameplay. Developed by poncle and published by Nosebleed Interactive, it offers a deceptively deep experience with a fast pace and charming presentation, available on multiple platforms including Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Action-Adventure Bylina Out Now on Steam
Bylina, an isometric action-adventure game inspired by Slavic mythology, has been released on Steam by developer Far Far Games and publisher Digital Vortex Entertainment. The game, which features skill-based combat and a semi-open world, will also launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S later in 2026. Players who purchase the game within the first 30 days will receive exclusive Shroomie Power Armor.
Soulframe brings a swashbuckling quest and a rapier weapon to its Preludes 14 release
Soulframe's Preludes 14 update introduces a new rapier weapon and a swashbuckling quest line involving shipwrecks and duels. This update also adds new weapons, armor sets, the ability to upgrade Orlick's sanctuary, and a new siege event, alongside various other system updates.
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 Announced | Console Creatures
Bandai Namco and Dimps have officially announced Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3, the successor to Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2. The new title will feature players creating their own hero and exploring an uncharted part of the Dragon Ball timeline. Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 is slated for a 2027 release on Xbox Series, PlayStation 5, and PC.
NTE: Neverness to Everness out April 29, new gameplay details revealed
NTE: Neverness to Everness, an open-world supernatural urban game, is set to launch on PlayStation 5 on April 29. The game will feature collaborations with Persona 5 for music and Porsche for vehicles, alongside new gameplay mechanics like a first-person perspective, co-living systems, and a City Tycoon mode. Enhanced features for PlayStation 5 Pro are also detailed, including support for PSSR technology for improved resolution and effects.
Coming to Xbox Game Pass: Kiln, Aphelion, Final Fantasy V, and More
Xbox Game Pass is adding several new titles in late April and early May, including Little Rocket Lab, Vampire Crawlers, Kiln, Aphelion, Trepang2, Heroes of Might & Magic: Olden Era, Sledding Game, TerraTech Legion, and Final Fantasy V. Several games are also leaving the service on April 30.
Nioh 3 Free Update Adds New Missions and Systems on April 27
Koei Tecmo and Team Ninja announced that Nioh 3 will receive a free update on April 27, 2026, adding new missions, systems like the Stone of Penance, and balance adjustments. The samurai action RPG, available on PlayStation 5 and PC, will also receive two DLC releases later this year. The update aims to enhance gameplay with new challenges and rewards.