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PlayStation Store: April 2026’s top downloads
The PlayStation Store has revealed its top download charts for April 2026 across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation VR2. Notable entries include Pragmata and Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes, while NTE: Neverness to Everness appeared on the free-to-play charts.
PS5's NTE Makes Back One-Third of Its Budget in Just One Day
The free-to-play gacha game NTE has reportedly recouped one-third of its estimated $44 million development budget within its first day of release. Publisher Perfect World stated that the game generated $14.6 million across all platforms, with 75% of its global revenue coming from PlayStation 5 and PC. The company also noted that players are engaging more with the game's life simulation elements than its combat, and plans to reduce grind and explore direct purchases for virtual goods.
'You Ruined One of My Favourite Games': eFootball's Bizarre Naruto Crossover Attracts a Strong Response
eFootball has launched a new crossover event featuring the anime series Naruto, which includes special stadium decorations and collaboration player cards with unique animations. While some fans have criticized the move, calling it a "ruin" of their favorite game and preferring the return of single-player modes like Master League, others defend Konami's decision, noting the series' history of quirky unlockables. The event aims to attract new players to the free-to-play title.
Free-to-play mobile game The Division Resurgence is launching on PC in August as Ubisoft shares new roadmap details, but…
The free-to-play mobile game The Division Resurgence is set to launch on PC in August with cross-progression support, and an early access build is currently available for technical testing. Ubisoft has also shared the game's roadmap, detailing that new seasons will release every four months, with each season featuring new phases every six weeks that introduce additional content and limited-time events.
The Division Resurgence is now playable on PC – season roadmap revealed
Ubisoft has released The Division: Resurgence on PC in early access, offering cross-progression and cross-platform support with mobile versions. The game's seasonal roadmap was also revealed, with each season lasting four months and featuring three-week phases that refresh content and introduce new battle passes. A significant story expansion is planned for Season 3 in December.
Epic Games Store Drops Hogwarts Legacy Price to Free This Week | HappyGamer
Epic Games Store is offering Hogwarts Legacy for free for a limited time, a significant move for the AAA title. This promotion is part of Epic's strategy to build its user base through aggressive giveaways, funded by Fortnite revenue. While some players appreciate the free games, others express frustration with launcher fatigue and Epic's competition with Steam.
Here Are the Neverness to Everness Codes You Should Redeem Right Now
Neverness to Everness, a free-to-play open-world game developed by Hotta Studio, has released several redeemable codes for players on PlayStation 5, PC, iOS, and Android. These codes offer in-game currency, level-up materials, and other bonuses to aid player progression. Players can redeem these codes after completing the game's combat tutorial.
You Can Get A Free Marvel Rivals Skin Just In Time For The New Avengers Mode
Marvel Rivals is offering a free Loki skin to players who link their Disney Plus account, available until July 30. This promotion coincides with the launch of a new limited-time asymmetrical PvP mode where one player controls Loki and six others attempt to defeat him. This mode is the first in the 'Path to Doomsday' roadmap, which will feature new limited-time modes based on MCU Avengers movies every two months.
Sony's MLB The Show Goes Free-to-Play on Mobile, and It's Gonna Be Huge
Sony's San Diego Studio is releasing MLB The Show Mobile as a free-to-play title, featuring the Diamond Dynasty card collecting mode. Pre-registration is now open on the App Store and Google Play Store, with a potential June release following MLB The Show 26's success. Despite Sony scaling back other mobile projects, this title is expected to be significant.
PS Store Just Dropped Free PS5 Exclusive RPG, Players Loving It
The free-to-play open-world action RPG NTE: Neverness to Everness, developed by Hotta Studio and published by Perfect World Games, has been released on PlayStation 5 and PC. The game has received a positive player response, boasting high ratings on the PlayStation Store. It features cross-platform support and allows players to explore urban mysteries as an Anomaly Hunter.
Domino Dreams Free Coins – April 2026
Domino Dreams is a free-to-play mobile game where players solve domino puzzles to earn coins for kingdom upgrades. This guide provides methods for obtaining free coins, including completing levels, inviting friends, spinning a reward wheel, and collecting hourly bonuses. Coins are essential for progressing through the game's levels.
The Division Resurgence PC Early Access
Ubisoft has released details about the roadmap for The Division Resurgence, a free-to-play mobile game set in the Tom Clancy universe. The PC version of the game is now available in Early Access.
The Dead Are Rising: Ares Interactive and AMC Unveil The Walking Dead: Aftermath, a New Roguelite Game
Ares Interactive and AMC Global Media have announced The Walking Dead: Aftermath, a new free-to-play roguelite game set in The Walking Dead Universe. Developed by Swift Games, it will launch on iOS and Android this summer, featuring iconic characters like Rick Grimes and Daryl Dixon battling walkers and hostile enemies. The game combines roguelite action with base-building meta-progression and will include familiar locations from the television series.
Sweepstakes Are Worth a Look If You Know What You Are Looking For - Walkthrough, Tips, Review
Sweepstakes platforms, which share design elements with free-to-play mobile games, are becoming a significant part of the US gaming market, rivaling regulated real-money iGaming. These platforms are accessible in most US states, unlike real-money online casinos which are restricted to seven states. Quality sweepstakes sites offer a decent game library beyond slots, a genuine no-purchase welcome offer, and a well-designed mobile experience, often indicated by the presence of seasonal events and progression systems.
‘Guild Wars Reforged’ Launches on iOS and Android Devices This Summer
ArenaNet announced that Guild Wars Reforged, the acclaimed MMORPG, will launch on iOS and Android devices this summer with an optimized UI and controls. The game will be free-to-play with an ad-supported client for the original Prophecies campaign, with expansions available for purchase. Players can sync their characters and progress across mobile and PC platforms, playing together on the same servers.
Guild Wars Reforged Will Be Free On Mobile, With A Catch
ArenaNet is releasing Guild Wars Reforged, a quasi-remaster of the 2005 MMORPG, for free on iOS and Android devices this summer. The initial Prophecies campaign will include ads, with players needing to purchase additional campaigns on PC to go ad-free. Those who already own the PC version can link their accounts for complete, ad-free access and synchronized progress across platforms.
Free-to-play Unreal Engine 5-powered cinematic love adventure game Silent Whispers announced for PC, iOS, and Android
Archosaur Games and its subsidiary VVANNA STUDIO have announced Silent Whispers, a free-to-play cinematic love adventure game powered by Unreal Engine 5. The game is set to be released on PC, iOS, and Android platforms.
Last Flag, the multiplayer shooter from the Imagine Dragons guy, is free to play for every weekend until its first…
Last Flag, a multiplayer shooter from Night Street Games founded by Dan Reynolds, is offering free play every weekend until its first summer update. Despite a muted reception on Steam, the developer is promoting the game through free weekends to encourage player adoption and address issues like a lack of regional servers.
Steam Players Can Grab 8AM for Free Right Now With 100% Off Deal
The game 8AM is currently available for free on Steam through a 100% off deal, allowing players to add it to their library permanently. These promotions are used by developers to increase visibility for smaller titles amidst the constant influx of new releases on the platform. The deal is live now but is expected to last only a few days to a week.
Three Steam Games Drop to Free in Latest Limited-Time Promotion
Steam is currently offering three games for free as part of a limited-time promotion, a strategy designed to engage players and expose smaller developers to new audiences. These flash deals create urgency and leverage the power of 'free' to drive engagement, boost daily active users, and strengthen Steam's position as a leading PC gaming platform.
