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11 Million Souls Have Breached the Frost as 11 bit studios Celebrates One of Its Flagship IPs
11 bit studios announced that the Frostpunk franchise has reached 11 million players across its titles. The studio revealed the upcoming DLC for Frostpunk 2, titled "Breach of Trust," set to release on June 23rd. Additionally, a definitive version of the original Frostpunk, "Frostpunk 1886," is in development, and the original game is coming to Nintendo Switch.
These Nintendo games didn’t get DLC, but could have
This article discusses several major Nintendo games that have not received substantial downloadable content, exploring potential additions that could have enhanced them. Titles like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Super Mario Odyssey are highlighted as examples of complete experiences, while others like Mario Party Superstars are noted for their lack of post-launch expansions.
Joe Musashi Takes on Majima, Death Adder & Dr. Eggman - SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance SEGA Villains DLC & Free Update Patch Available Now!
The SEGA Villains Stage DLC for SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance is now available on PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox One and Series X|S, Steam, and Nintendo Switch. This DLC allows players to face off against Death Adder from Golden Axe, Goro Majima from Like a Dragon/Yakuza, and Dr. Eggman from Sonic the Hedgehog. A free update patch also adds a new 'Hardcore Mode' and various gameplay adjustments.
Street Fighter 6's Next DLC Character Joins The Battle Next Month
Capcom has announced that Ingrid, the final DLC character for Street Fighter 6's Year 3 season pass, will be released on May 28, 2026. A gameplay trailer showcasing Ingrid's abilities was also released. Ingrid previously appeared in Capcom Fighting Evolution and Street Fighter Alpha 3 UPPER.
Street Fighter 6 DLC character Ingrid teaser trailer
Capcom has released a teaser trailer for Ingrid, the next downloadable content character to be added to Street Fighter 6. Further details about her release are expected soon.
Shizuku officially announced for Hunter x Hunter: Nen Impact, release date and trailer
Bushiroad and Eighting have officially announced Shizuku as a downloadable content character for Hunter x Hunter: Nen Impact, set to release on April 16, 2026. The fighting game, available on Nintendo Switch, has previously released Neferpitou and Phinks as DLC characters, with Zeno Zoldyck also teased.
Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact DLC character Shizuku launches April 16
The downloadable content character Shizuku for Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact is set to launch on April 16. This release adds a new playable character to the game.
"That is an $11,000 gold texture": Steam researcher says "supporter packs" make a lot of free money because PC gamers love to spend on their favorite games
Steam researcher Chris Zukowski argues that PC game developers should offer supporter packs and digital soundtracks as day-one DLC, even for free-to-play titles. He highlights examples where these offerings generated significant revenue with minimal development effort, suggesting PC gamers are willing to spend extra on games they enjoy through these non-gameplay affecting DLCs.
Project Motor Racing Introduces the Japanese GT500 Pack
GIANTS Software and Straight4 Studios have released the Japanese GT500 Pack DLC for Project Motor Racing. This downloadable content introduces nine iconic machines from SUPER GT and JGTC, spanning two generations of the racing series, along with a fully scanned Japanese circuit. The pack is available for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Borderlands 4 Players Slam $30 DLC for Just 2 Hours of Content
Players are criticizing Borderlands 4's first DLC, 'Mad Ellie and the Vault of the Damned,' for its $30 price tag and approximately two-hour playtime. The controversy is amplified as even owners of the $130 Super Deluxe Edition must purchase the DLC separately. This pricing model is compared unfavorably to Cyberpunk 2077's Phantom Liberty expansion, which offered significantly more content for the same price.
You're Already Dead! Fist of the North Star's Kenshiro Fights Back in Fatal Fury PS5, PS4 DLC
SNK has officially confirmed Kenshiro from Fist of the North Star as the next DLC character for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves. Kenshiro is the final character for Season 2, with another mystery character to be revealed in May and Wolfgang arriving in April. The fighting game is available on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4.
You're Already Dead! Kenshiro Fights Back in Fatal Fury PS5, PS4 DLC
SNK has officially confirmed Kenshiro from Fist of the North Star as the next DLC character for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves. Kenshiro is the final character for Season 2, with Wolfgang joining in April. The game is available on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4.
Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves DLC character Kenshiro from Fist of the North Star launches in June
Kenshiro, a character from Fist of the North Star, will be released as downloadable content for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves in June. This marks the addition of a new fighter to the game's Season 2 content.
FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE x Silent Hill f collaboration costume DLC now available
Downloadable content featuring a collaboration costume between Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly and Silent Hill f is now available. This DLC allows players to equip characters with outfits inspired by the Silent Hill franchise.
Next Desktop Mate DLC Character Is the Gumi Megpoid Vocaloid
Infiniteloop and Internet Co announced that the Gumi Megpoid Vocaloid character will be the newest DLC for Desktop Mate, launching on April 2, 2026, for PC. This Gumi DLC is based on her VOCALOID6 appearance and costs $14.99. While many other Vocaloid characters have been released as DLC, Gumi is the first character from Internet Co.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl expansion ‘Cost of Hope’ announced
GSC Game World has announced a new downloadable content expansion for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl titled 'Cost of Hope'. Further details about the expansion were not immediately available.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds – „Mega Man™“-Pack offiziell erhältlich
SEGA has officially released the "Mega Man™" Pack for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, adding Mega Man and Proto Man as playable characters, the "Rush Roadstar" vehicle, and the "Wily Castle" track. The pack is available for purchase separately or as part of the Season Pass for those who own the Digital Deluxe Edition. The game is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
Hearts of Iron Gets Major UI Overhaul to Solve DLC Space Crunch
Paradox Interactive is implementing a significant user interface overhaul for Hearts of Iron to address a "DLC space crunch" on the country selection screen. The update will introduce a new filter system allowing players to sort countries by region, playstyle, or alliance, and will also highlight countries with updated content. This change aims to improve usability and support future DLC additions without UI limitations, with potential benefits for the modding community as well.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Mega Man Pack DLC Now Available
Sega has released the Mega Man Pack DLC for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, featuring playable characters Mega Man and Proto Man, the Rush Roadstar vehicle, and the Wily Castle course. The DLC is available for purchase separately or included with the Digital Deluxe Edition and Season Pass. The game is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds DLC ‘Mega Man Pack’ now available
SEGA has announced that the "Mega Man Pack" downloadable content for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is now available for purchase. This DLC adds Mega Man-themed content to the racing game for $5.99.