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Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy Rinoa, Cloud, and Terra Trailers Shared
Square Enix has released new trailers for Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy, showcasing characters Rinoa Heartilly from Final Fantasy VIII, Cloud Strife from Final Fantasy VII, and Terra Branford from Final Fantasy VI. The trailers feature voice actor performances, in-game combat, and character designs. The game is set to launch in March 2026 for Android and iOS devices.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’s 8th Anniversary Sparks Nintendo Nostalgia
The eighth anniversary of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's announcement has sparked nostalgia within the gaming community. The article reflects on the game's reveal in a 2018 Nintendo Direct, highlighting the inclusion of Inklings from Splatoon and Link from The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. It emphasizes the game's success as the best-selling fighting game and its role in bringing people together across generations.
8 Years Later: How Smash Ultimate’s Reveal Changed Everything for Nintendo Switch
Eight years ago, Nintendo announced Super Smash Bros. Ultimate for the Nintendo Switch, a reveal that significantly boosted the console's trajectory. The game's success, selling over 30 million copies, solidified the Switch as Nintendo's main platform and revitalized the competitive Smash Bros. scene, becoming a global phenomenon.
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Hinokami Chronicles 2 Welcomes Giyu Tomioka (Infinity Castle) Character Pack from the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Character Pass on March 12 with New Screenshots Released! - GameHaunt
The Giyu Tomioka Infinity Castle Character Pack for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Hinokami Chronicles 2 will be released on March 12, 2025, for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. This paid DLC adds Giyu Tomioka, voiced by Takahiro Sakurai, to the game's roster and can be purchased standalone or as part of the full Infinity Castle Character Pass.
Sweet Fightin' +2 - Street Fighter 2 looks incredible on the ZX Spectrum!
A new unofficial fan game, Sweet Fightin' +2, has been released for the ZX Spectrum, offering an impressive rendition of Street Fighter 2. This homebrew title celebrates the 35th anniversary of the genre-defining fighting game and features 12 playable characters.
Mortal Kombat ‘FATALITY’ Tease Sparks Fortnite Crossover Hype
A cryptic post featuring the iconic Mortal Kombat phrase "Finish them — FATALITY" has ignited speculation within the Fortnite community about an upcoming crossover. Players are theorizing about character inclusions like Scorpion and Sub-Zero, potential gameplay mechanics, and how the mature tone of Mortal Kombat would blend with Fortnite's family-friendly environment. While Epic Games and NetherRealm Studios have not officially commented, the possibility of such a collaboration is generating significant hype.
2XKO is no longer in PlayStation 6 top downloads charts and nobody is remotely shocked
Riot Games' 2XKO has fallen off PlayStation's download charts, indicating lower-than-expected popularity for the 2v2 fighting game. Despite attempts to market it as a mainstream title and introduce expensive cosmetic skins, the game struggles to gain traction beyond the dedicated fighting game community, leading to layoffs and questions about its long-term viability.
Guilty Gear Strive 2.0 Trailer and New Character Drop March 22nd at Arc World Tour Finals
Arc System Works announced that a trailer for Guilty Gear Strive 2.0 and the next playable character will be revealed on March 22nd, following the Top 8 finals of the Arc World Tour. This news has generated significant excitement within the fighting game community, though some players express concerns about potential game balance changes and the cost of new content.
Capcom Spotlight March 2026 recap: Pragmata launches April 17, Alex joins Street Fighter 6, and more
Capcom's latest Spotlight presentation revealed new details for several upcoming titles. Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection launches March 13, Pragmata is set for an April 17 release on PlayStation 5, and Alex joins Street Fighter 6 on March 17. The event also provided updates on Mega Man Dual Override and the Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection.
Third Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy Trailer Shows Lightning
The third character trailer for Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy showcases Lightning from the Final Fantasy XIII trilogy. The trailer highlights changes in her appearance from her original games to this spin-off and demonstrates her combat abilities. Maaya Sakamoto reprises her role as Lightning, who will be featured in the game alongside other Final Fantasy heroes. Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy is set to debut in March 2026 on Android and iOS mobile devices.
Guilty Gear Strive 2.00 Will Get Its Big Reveal Later This Month
Arc System Works will reveal details for Guilty Gear Strive 2.00 on March 22nd, coinciding with the conclusion of the Arc World Tour 2025-2026. The significant update is expected to influence the game's balance, and the event will also showcase at least one new DLC character, with Robo-Ky and Jam being strong possibilities.
Dupli-Kate Joining Invincible VS’ Roster
Skybound Entertainment's studio Quarter Up has confirmed Dupli-Kate will join the roster of the fighting game Invincible VS. The character specializes in high-risk, high-reward combat using duplicate forms. Invincible VS is set to release on April 30 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Street Fighter 6 reveals first Alex gameplay in new Fighting Pass trailer
Capcom has released a new trailer showcasing Alex in the "Alex Arrives!" Fighting Pass for Street Fighter 6. The trailer reveals Alex's updated design and a new stance-based gameplay style. The Fighting Pass also includes new cosmetics and the classic arcade game Black Tiger.
Google Stadia Launch Games and Lineup of Games Coming to Stadia
Google Stadia launched on November 19, 2019, with a lineup of 12 games including Assassin's Creed Odyssey, Destiny 2: The Collection, and Mortal Kombat 11. The platform requires purchasing each game individually and does not support syncing libraries from other services like Steam or PlayStation. Additional titles like Borderlands 3 and Final Fantasy XV are slated for later release.
MY HERO ACADEMIA: All’s Justice Review | TheXboxHub
My Hero Academia: All's Justice offers a faithful presentation of the anime series with fast-paced fighting action and a story mode that replays the final battle from multiple perspectives. While the online multiplayer population is sparse, the game provides an accessible and satisfying experience for both fans of the source material and newcomers, featuring intuitive controls and a variety of single-player modes.
A Never-Ending Nightmare Haunts South Town in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves
Nightmare Geese is the latest character announced for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, featuring a design inspired by his classic appearances and updated move animations. The game also continues its crossover with Street Fighter, adding new costumes, EOST mode missions, and crossover skills. A limited-time discount is available for the Legend Edition, which includes the base game and Season Passes 1 and 2.
Dissidia Duellum launches in March
Square Enix and developer Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy announced that the new entry in their Final Fantasy fighting game series will launch globally for iOS and Android in March. The game features 3-versus-3 battles with legendary Final Fantasy characters in modern-day Tokyo.
Clair Obscur wins Game of the Year at DICE Awards 2026
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 by Sandfall Interactive won Game of the Year at the 29th annual DICE Awards, alongside four other accolades including Role-Playing Game of the Year. Ghost of Yōtei received four awards, including Adventure Game of the Year. The event also saw Evan Wells inducted into the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame.
Riot Games downsizes 2XKO team, about 80 employees affected
Riot Games has downsized the development team for its free-to-play fighting game 2XKO, affecting approximately 80 employees. Executive producer Tom Cannon stated the decision was made because the game has not reached a level of player engagement to support the current team size long-term. The company is providing affected workers with support and severance packages.
Every Upcoming Superhero Game To Look Out For In 2026 And Beyond
This article provides a comprehensive look at upcoming superhero games scheduled for release in 2026 and beyond, covering titles from Marvel, DC, and other comic publishers. It details games like Marvel's Blade, Marvel's Iron Man, Marvel's Wolverine, Marvel 1943: Rise Of Hydra, Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, and The Wolf Among Us 2, noting their developers, platforms, and any known development status or release windows.