April Fools' Day
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Pulsar actually sold its 500-gram April Fools' Day joke gaming mouse, and despite looking 'extremely sluggish', it's 'really not that bad'
Pulsar released a 500-gram gaming mouse, the CRAZYHEAVY, as an April Fools' Day joke, with only 20 units made available to the public. Despite its extreme weight and some initial issues like non-functional wireless mode, YouTuber Boardzy found the mouse to be surprisingly usable, though it could cause wrist strain with prolonged use.
MMO Week in Review: Queen Devona
This week's MMO news roundup covers updates for Guild Wars Reforged, layoffs at MechWarrior studio Piranha Games, and a potential acquisition of Epic Games by Disney. The article also touches on political discussions surrounding game shutdowns in Europe and new early access dates for Heroes of Might and Magic Olden Era.
Evening Reading - April 3, 2026
The article discusses the end of April Fools' Day events in the gaming industry, stating that the tradition is over and it's time to move on. It suggests focusing on other topics now that the holiday has passed.
NieR Cosmic Horror Countdown Website Confirmed Fake After April Fools Reveal, Not Connected to Squaer Enix
Square Enix has confirmed that a circulating countdown website, initially linked to a fake NieR: COSMIC HORROR project, is not affiliated with the company. The official NieR Twitter account issued a statement clarifying the site's inauthenticity and warning fans about potential security risks. This news follows the reveal of the NieR: Orchestra Concert 12026 [YoRHa] and strong sales figures for NieR: Automata and NieR Replicant.
I'm sick to death of the April Fool's dating sim trend. Thankfully, Discord is doing something different
The article expresses fatigue with the recurring trend of April Fool's Day jokes mimicking dating simulators. It highlights Discord's idle game Last Meadow Online as a refreshing and different approach to the annual event.
CyberStonka’s April Fool’s Server Hamster Has Gaming Twitter Giggling
CyberStonka gained positive attention on April Fool's Day with a simple announcement about 'server hamster maintenance.' Instead of a typical prank, the company posted a wholesome message about caring for their fictional hamster, which resonated well with players and highlighted a trend towards inclusive humor in gaming marketing.
Minecraft introduces Herdcraft, Mojang's latest annual joke update, and suddenly I'm a pseudo-summoner with a…
Mojang Studios has released its annual April Fool's joke update for Minecraft, dubbed 'Herdcraft.' This humorous patch humorously deletes the player's inventory, making in-game items appear in the world and requiring players to use leads to manage them, akin to herding animals.
Evening Reading - April 1, 2026
This article is an April Fools' Day edition of Evening Reading, published on April 1, 2026. No specific gaming news or topics are detailed beyond the date and theme.
Manosphere gets all pent up because little old Satisfactory poked a bit of fun at them
The developers of Satisfactory, Coffee Stain, sparked controversy with an April Fools' Day joke that playfully addressed the underrepresentation of male characters in the game, given the player character is female by default. This led to backlash from a segment of the player base, who accused the company of being 'woke' and engaging in culture wars, prompting a discussion about gender representation and player expectations in gaming.
Capcom Jokes About Mega Man In Pragmata With This Impressive Outfit
Capcom played an April Fools' joke by showing Pragmata's protagonist Hugh dressed as Mega Man, sparking fan debate about its potential inclusion. While officially an April Fools' gag, the detail suggests the costume might be a serious possibility, especially given Capcom's recent efforts to promote the Mega Man franchise with titles like Mega Man: Dual Override and collections.
Palia: The Game, A Motion Picture April Fool’s Joke Released
Singularity 6's Palia celebrated April Fools' Day with a humorous "Palia: The Game, A Motion Picture" joke, featuring Zeki in various roles within a mock adventure. The game also introduced a new equine-inspired Riffrocin' Mask and a temporary bobblehead potion effect. The article also briefly mentions upcoming releases and updates for Ground Zero, Table Flip Simulator, KartRider Rush+, Hello Kitty Island Adventure, Starship Troopers: Extermination, and Persona collectibles.
The best gaming April Fools’ Day jokes of 2026
Gaming companies participated in April Fools' Day 2026 with various humorous announcements and content. Notable jokes included a fictional hair-growing device for Hitman's Agent 47, a slightly lighter Sega logo, a dating simulator spin-off for PowerWash Simulator, a 10-hour livestream of a Pokémon running, a gender-swapped version of Satisfactory, and a mock series finale for Sonic the Hedgehog.
April Fools' 2026 Roundup II
This article rounds up April Fools' Day jokes from 2026, including a real announcement for the smallest Call of Duty map in history. It also humorously notes an online shooter that was announced, launched, and shut down within the time it took to write the headline.
Black Ops 7's April Fools' joke is very much real: the smallest Call of Duty map in history
Treyarch has released a new, extremely small map called GRWM for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, initially conceived as an April Fools' joke. The map, resembling a walk-in closet, supports an 8-player free-for-all and is noted for its fast-paced, violent gameplay and potential for rapid player progression.
Black Ops 7 celebrates April Fools with a map that’s a tiny bedroom—and it should stay
A new map called GRWM (Get Ready With Me) was introduced in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 for April Fools' Day, placing players in a tiny bedroom environment. The author argues that despite its chaotic and unbalanced nature, the map's unique design and quick gameplay make it a fun experience that should remain in the game permanently.
FuturLab Play Dirty For April Fool's And Announce 'Date The Dirt' | Console Creatures
FuturLab, the developer behind PowerWash Simulator, announced a fictional dating simulator called 'Date the Dirt' as an April Fools' joke. The game would feature various types of dirt from the PowerWash Simulator series as potential romantic partners.
April Fool's Day is upon us, and you know what that means: Bubsy feet pics
Gaming companies participated in April Fool's Day 2026 with various humorous announcements and gags. These included a fake trailer for The Witcher 3 featuring a horse controller, an AI-powered visual upgrade for Crusader Kings III, and a dating simulator spin-off for Palworld. Other jokes involved World of Warcraft adding new features, a console designed for CRPGs, and Satisfactory adding male representation.
More Petit Planet Characters Introduced in April Fools’ Day Video
HoYoVerse released an April Fools' Day video introducing new characters for their upcoming life simulation game, Petit Planet. The video showcased NPCs like Trixie, Mr. Aleo, and Rebella, and teased a potential announcement for an event or beta test called “Reunite in the Starsea: Savor the Good Life.” Petit Planet is currently in development for PC and mobile devices.
April Fools 2026: Our Favourite Jokes in Tech & Gaming
Gaming and tech companies celebrated April Fools' Day 2026 with humorous product announcements and in-game events. Notable jokes included CD Projekt Red's 'R.O.A.C.H.' controller, Elgato's Stream Deck + Lever, and a Mega Man-themed reveal for Pragmata. Sony Interactive Entertainment also teased a 'Playmo' controller for Gran Turismo 7, while Lords Of The Fallen introduced 'helmet vision'.
CD Projekt Red Puts Impressive Effort into Witcher 3 April Fools Joke
CD Projekt Red has released a humorous April Fools' joke detailing Project R.O.A.C.H., a fictional horse-based controller add-on for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Game director Sebastian Kalemba shared that the idea originated a decade ago, with the trailer showcasing a prototype with motion tracking to keep the in-game horse, Roach, on the road.
