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Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road announces major “The Rising Bond DLC” update
Level-5 has announced a major update for Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road, titled "The Rising Bond DLC", set to release on March 31, 2026. This DLC will continue Orion's Chronicle and conclude the mode with a new 'Path of Trials' route.
Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road fourth free major update ‘The Rising Bond DLC’ launches March 31
LEVEL-5 will release the fourth free major update for Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road, titled 'The Rising Bond DLC,' on March 31. This update adds new content to the game.
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection free update to add powerful ‘Royal Monsters’ this summer
Capcom announced a free summer update for Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection. The update will introduce powerful new enemies called 'Royal Monsters' to the game.
SHINONOME ABYSS Dev Clarifies: It’s Not DLC, It’s a New Game
Developer KGL003 has clarified that SHINONOME ABYSS: The Maiden Exorcist is a standalone new game, not DLC for the original SHINONOME. The new title features a transformation mechanic, new enemies, items, and dungeons, offering a more action-oriented experience distinct from its predecessor.
Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection Out Now With Avatar DLC Bonuses
Capcom has released the Mega Man Star Force: Legacy Collection across PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The collection includes all three Mega Man Star Force titles with enhanced features like a rearranged soundtrack and restored online functionality. An optional DLC pack adds 3D character models of Sonia Strumm and Luna Platz for $2.99.
SILENT HILL f Free DLC Released for FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE!
KOEI TECMO America, Team NINJA, and KONAMI have released a free collaboration DLC for Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake, adding Silent Hill f's Shimizu Hinako's iconic uniform and mask. The remake of the 2003 psychological horror game features enhanced graphics and sound, and is available on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. A Steam bundle offering both games at a discount is also available.
Fatal Frame 2 Remake demo and Silent Hill F collaboration announced [update: DLC out now, trailer]
Koei Tecmo announced a demo for Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake, set to release on March 5, 2026, with save data transferring to the full game. A collaboration with Silent Hill F will also bring free collaboration costumes as DLC. The remake will feature new locations, expanded lore, and enhanced gameplay mechanics for the Camera Obscura, alongside a new Photo Mode. The free DLC is now available, including costumes from Silent Hill F.
Crimson Desert Studio CEO Also Wishes the Story Was Better, Discusses Lack of Multiplayer
Pearl Abyss CEO Heo Jin-young acknowledged that the story in Crimson Desert could have been better, attributing shortcomings to the development team's focus on gameplay. He also stated that DLC is difficult to confirm but will prioritize player desires and revenue. The implementation of multiplayer was attempted but deemed too demanding for current-generation hardware, requiring significant graphical sacrifices.
'Come Back for the Adventure' — After a Turbulent 6 Months, Borderlands 4 Gets Its First Big DLC, and Gearbox Hopes Lapsed Fans Return for It
Gearbox Software is releasing the first story DLC for Borderlands 4, titled Mad Ellie and the Vault of the Damned. The developer hopes this new content will bring back players who may have lapsed since the game's initial launch, aiming to reignite interest in the franchise.
PSA: Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Is Now Available Physically On Switch 2
The physical edition of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds for the Nintendo Switch 2 is now available. Unlike some recent releases, this edition contains the full base game on the cartridge. The game was originally released on September 25, 2025, for the Nintendo Switch and December 4, 2025, for the Nintendo Switch 2 eShop, but did not meet Sega's sales expectations despite receiving positive reviews.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate Launches Gold Edition
Super Evil Megacorp has released the Gold Edition of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate, celebrating the game's third anniversary and the TMNT franchise. This complete edition includes the base game and all three DLCs: Casey Jones & the Junkyard Jam, Metalhead, and Alopex. The Gold Edition is available on PC, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4/5, with a special "Gold Cowabunga Edition" for PC adding a digital art book and soundtrack. A free update with balancing adjustments and enhancements is also live.
Stalker 2 is getting its first DLC, Cost of Hope, this summer
Stalker 2 is set to receive its first DLC, titled Cost of Hope, this summer, adding two new regions and a story that runs parallel to the base game. The expansion will feature protagonist Skif navigating the conflict between the Duty and Freedom factions. A second expansion is planned to conclude the Stalker 2 story as a trilogy.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 Cost of Hope Expansion Set for Summer 2026 Release - GameHaunt
The first major expansion for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, titled Cost of Hope, is set to release in Summer 2026 for PC, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Cloud Gaming. Developed by GSC Game World, this expansion will serve as the opening chapter of a new trilogy, introducing new story content, deadly zones like the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant and Iron Forest, and a renewed conflict between the Duty and Freedom factions.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 Gets First Major Story Expansion
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl is receiving its first major story expansion, titled S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope, for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox Cloud Gaming, PC, and PlayStation 5. This non-linear expansion will add dozens of hours of gameplay, featuring two new regions, the Chornobyl Nuclear reactor and the Iron Forest, and will be released this summer.
Stalker 2 Cost of Hope expansion announced during Xbox Partner Preview, and it's taking you to the Chernobyl nuclear power plant
GSC Game World announced the new DLC for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2, titled Cost of Hope, during the Xbox Partner Preview. This expansion is set to release in Summer 2026 and will feature dozens of hours of gameplay, including two new regions, new weapons, quests, and the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant. The DLC will be accessible as the main storyline progresses, suggesting players may want to start a new save file.
TMNT: Splintered Fate Gold Edition Gets Totally Tubular On Switch Today
Super Evil Megacorp has released the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate Gold Edition for Nintendo Switch today, bundling the base game with its three expansions: Casey Jones & the Junkyard Jam, Metalhead Character DLC, and Aloplex Character DLC. A free update also launched today, featuring balance adjustments to the Astral and Ooze trees.
PS Plus Games Leaving April 2026 Include Dave the Diver and EA Sports PGA Tour
The upcoming DLC for Dave the Diver, titled 'In the Jungle,' is set to launch on June 18, 2026. This new content will be available on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X. The announcement was made by Jaeho Hwang, who expressed excitement for the long-awaited release.
Nintendo Download: Something Wonderful This Way Comes!
Nintendo has announced new digital releases for the Nintendo Switch, including Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Disney Dreamlight Valley, The Midnight Walk, and Kena: Bridge of Spirits. The update also details upcoming DLC events for Donkey Kong Bananza and highlights sales on the Nintendo eShop. Information on Nintendo Switch Online services and features is also provided.
Blue Mary Now Available in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves
South Town special agent Blue Mary, voiced by Allegra Clark, is now available in SNK's Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves as part of Season Pass 2. She joins the King of Fighters tournament and investigates a disappearance in the Episodes of South Town mode. The game is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Nintendo Download – March 26, 2026 (North America) – Super Mario Bros. Wonder re-release, Virtua Fighter 5, Kena, South of Midnight, Midnight Walk, more
The North American Nintendo Download for March 26, 2026, features new releases for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, including Super Mario Bros. Wonder – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, Virtua Fighter 5, Kena Bridge of Spirits, and South of Midnight. The update also highlights ongoing sales and the "Unyielding Strength" event for Donkey Kong Bananza DLC.
