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Bubsy 4D April Fools Campaign Includes OnlyPaws Parody and Charity Drive
Atari and Fabraz launched an April Fools' Day campaign for Bubsy 4D, featuring a parody OnlyFans website called OnlyPaws and a charity drive for Wildcat Sanctuary. The 3D platformer is set to release on May 22, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, Xbox, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Buy This Amazing Borderlands 4 Art Print To Support A Veterans Charity
Gearbox Software has partnered with artist Erik Thor Sandberg and GameStop to release a Borderlands 4-themed art print, with 100% of profits benefiting the Stack Up charity, which supports veterans' mental health through gaming. The 18 x 24 prints are available for $50, with sales contributing to care packages and event travel for military personnel. Despite softer-than-expected initial sales for Borderlands 4, Take-Two Interactive believes the game will be a long-term success.
World of Warcraft's First Official Pride Event Seemingly Arrives in June
The first official World of Warcraft Pride event, the Darkspear Dash, is reportedly set to occur in June, transforming a long-standing community charity event into an official in-game celebration. The event is expected to support The Trevor Project and will feature a rainbow-themed toy and trading post activities. While not officially confirmed by Blizzard, datamining suggests it will run from June 27th to 29th.
AviaGames Named Finalist in 2026 Digiday and Shorty Awards
AviaGames has been recognized as a finalist in both the Digiday TV and Film Awards and The Shorty Awards for its Wonderland Wishes campaign, which successfully raised $130,000 for the Foster Love non-profit. The campaign's success highlights AviaGames' commitment to using mobile games for real-world positive impact. The article also briefly mentions upcoming releases and anniversaries for Farmer's Dynasty 2, Genshin Impact, GGMods, The First Berserker: Khazan, Reptilian Rising, and RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic.
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The Metroidvania Mayhem Bundle is available on a pay-what-you-want basis, with a portion of the proceeds going to charity. This bundle offers a collection of Metroidvania-style games.
XSOLLA AND STEVENAGE FC LAUNCH CHARITY CAMPAIGN WITH SPECIALEFFECT TO MAKE GAMING ACCESSIBLE FOR ALL
Xsolla and Stevenage FC have launched a charity campaign with SpecialEffect in the UK to make gaming accessible for all. Xsolla is donating 50 accessible gaming setups and a percentage of jersey sales to SpecialEffect, aiming to support disabled gamers and foster inclusion within the gaming community.
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Humble is offering the ESA All-Star Alliance Bundle as a pay-what-you-want deal, with proceeds going to charity. Blue's News may earn a commission from sales of this bundle.
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Humble is offering a 'Build and Ship 2026' bundle where customers can pay what they want, with proceeds going to charity. Blue's News may receive a commission from sales.
How Prominent Philanthropists Are Shaping Global Change
This article highlights 15 influential celebrity philanthropists who are making a significant global impact through their charitable work. It details their diverse contributions, ranging from mental health advocacy and supporting veterans to global health initiatives and environmental protection, showcasing how fame can be leveraged for positive change.
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Humble is offering Metro Mania: Planes, Trains, and Automobiles! on a pay-what-you-want basis, with proceeds going to charity. Blue's News may earn a commission on sales.
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Humble Bundle has launched two new "pay what you want" software bundles, Humble Heroines: Echoes, Voids, and Visions and Humble Software Bundle: Decibel Domination. A portion of the proceeds from these bundles will be donated to charity.
WoW Adds A Cute Little Dog You Can Buy To Help Support People In Need
Blizzard Entertainment has launched a new charity campaign for World of Warcraft, allowing players to purchase a virtual dog pet named Roofus for $20. All proceeds from the sale, minus fees and taxes, will be donated to Habitat for Humanity to support their home-building efforts. The Roofus Pack includes the pet and player-housing items, and will be available until May 12.
Speedrunning Marathon Frost Fatales 2026 Raises $147,532 for National Women’s Law Center
The Frost Fatales 2026 speedrunning marathon, organized by Frame Fatales and Games Done Quick, successfully raised $147,532 for the National Women's Law Center. The week-long online event featured runs of games like Resident Evil Village and Red Dead Redemption 2, highlighting women, femme, and nonbinary gamers while supporting gender justice initiatives.
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Several PC games are currently on sale on Steam, including Atomfall and Autopsy Simulator with discounts up to 66%. Additionally, the 'Multiplayer Madness 2026' event allows players to pay what they want for games, with proceeds going to charity.
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Humble Bundle is offering a "RPG Masters" bundle featuring games from Beamdog and Owlcat Games, including Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous and Baldur's Gate 3. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to charity.
Humble's latest Boomer Shooter Bundle Delivers On Brutal, Fast-Paced FPS Action
Humble's 'Best of Boomer Shooters Penta Boom 5' bundle offers up to seven PC games for $20, featuring titles like Sulfur, Metal Eden, and Killing Time Resurrected. A portion of the proceeds from the bundle, which has a retail value of $158, goes to the ocean conservation charity Oceana. The deal is available until March 25.
Helldivers 2 players took a charity challenge and turned it into a toxic drama bomb
A proposed charity challenge for Helldivers 2 players to donate to Arrowhead Game Studios' chosen charity devolved into toxic drama and harassment. Miscommunication led to accusations of holding a donation hostage, resulting in the original poster being doxxed and receiving threats. Arrowhead Game Studios denounced the community's behavior, urging players to practice kindness and respect.
Tim Sweeney muzzled, Highguard crumbles, and the slow demise of Bluepoint - Patch Notes #43
This week's gaming news includes Devolver Digital's charity partnership, the potential acquisition of Warner Bros. Games by Paramount, and the permanent shutdown of Highguard. Unity is delisting publishers from the Greater China region, while Sony's Bluepoint Games reportedly pitched a Bloodborne remake before its closure and is reconsidering its PC strategy. Epic Games' Tim Sweeney is now restricted from criticizing Google until 2032 as part of a settlement.
Get Power Rangers And 7 More Retro-Inspired Games With Humble's New Charity Bundle
Humble Bundle has launched a new 'Cartridge Chaos' charity bundle featuring eight retro-inspired indie PC games, available for $22 or more, with proceeds going to NPower. The bundle includes titles like Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind and Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider, all redeemable on Steam. A smaller selection of four games is also available for $10.35.
The Boomer Shooter Blueprint bundle is an epic deal with Selaco, CULTIC and more
Digiphile, a new indie bundle site, has launched the Boomer Shooter Blueprint bundle for $17, featuring games like Selaco, CULTIC, and Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun. Additional tiers include DLC and other titles, with a portion of proceeds going to the Whale and Dolphin Conservation charity.
