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Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls Is Getting A New "Less Serious" Multiplayer Mode
Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls will feature a new, unannounced multiplayer mode designed for a less serious environment, according to the game's developers. This mode aims to provide a more accessible online experience for new players.
Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls Is Getting A New ″Less Serious″ Multiplayer Mode
Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls will feature a new, less serious multiplayer mode designed for new players, according to the game's developers. This unannounced mode aims to provide a more accessible online experience.
Fortnite is Shutting Down Three Popular Game Modes After Recent Layoffs
Epic Games is shutting down three popular game modes in Fortnite: Rocket Racing, a Battle Royale mode, and the Festival Battle Stage. This decision follows recent layoffs at the company aimed at streamlining cost economics. While Rocket Racing will be removed in October 2026, the other modes will cease operations sooner, with the Festival Battle Stage shutting down on April 16.
Epic Games Lays Off 1,000 Employees as Fortnite Engagement Declines — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Epic Games has laid off over 1,000 employees, primarily from its Fortnite division, due to a significant downturn in player engagement and declining revenue. CEO Tim Sweeney announced the cuts, citing industry-wide challenges and internal issues with consistently delivering fresh Fortnite content. Additionally, several Fortnite game modes, including Rocket Racing, Ballistic, and Festival Battle Stage, are being shut down due to low player retention.
War Thunder Infantry gets a new trailer and test event
War Thunder Infantry is nearing release with a new trailer and a closed testing period featuring Domination modes for 64 vs 64 and 20 vs 20 battles. This update introduces solo players to forming squads and adds native Linux support, with a public release date yet to be announced. The expansion is expected to be a major addition to the base game, incorporating elements similar to the Battlefield series.
MLB The Show 26 Best Pitches Guide - Meta Pitch Lineup
This guide for MLB The Show 26 details the best pitches for various game modes, including Road To The Show and challenging opponents. It highlights the Sweeper, 4 Seam Fastball, Cutter, Sinker, and Changeup as meta-relevant options for players on PlayStation 5.
BF6 gets a new for fun mode called Shell Shocked, that wasn’t on the roadmap either
EA has surprise-released a new 32-player mode for Battlefield 6 called Shell Shocked, which was not previously on the game's roadmap. The mode features 4 defenders preparing for a minute before facing 28 attackers armed with defibrillators for melee kills, with defenders using sidearms. This new mode aims to add more content for players and leverage user-generated content possibilities within the live service framework.
Marathon's Ranked Mode Is Coming Soon - Here's How It Works
Bungie is launching a new Ranked mode for its game Marathon later this week, requiring players to reach level 25 to access it. The mode will be available on weekends and features six ranks with three tiers each, offering in-game rewards based on the highest rank achieved per season. Players will earn or lose Ranked Points (RP) based on meeting score targets and successfully extracting, with a new gear item called Holotags influencing match parameters.
My favorite Warhammer 40k game just got a Helldivers 2-style game mode, and to celebrate, it's at its lowest price
Warhammer 40,000: Darktide has introduced a new game mode inspired by Helldivers 2, shifting from its usual linear, Left 4 Dead-style levels to a more open experience. This update is being celebrated with a significant price reduction for the game.
Marathon is Bringing Duos to Perimeter As Part Of An Interesting Experiment
Marathon is testing a dedicated Duos queue for its Perimeter mode for a limited time, starting March 17th. This experimental feature aims to address player feedback regarding the lack of duo options. Players will need to form pre-made groups and will only be matched against other duos during the test period.
Venture ‘Beyond the Hive’ in an Unforgiving New Game Mode for Warhammer 40,000: Darktide!
Fatshark has released the 'Beyond the Hive' update for Warhammer 40,000: Darktide, introducing a new game mode called Expeditions. This update adds new enemies, items, environmental threats, and cosmetics, allowing players to venture outside the fortified Hive Tertium into the ruins of Atoma Prime. The update also includes a limited-time 'Deadside Patrol' live event and a 75% off sale on Steam.
An experimental Marathon duos mode is set to rock up for just two weeks, with Bungie warning "some things will be a bit jank"
Bungie is introducing an experimental duos mode to its extraction shooter Marathon for a limited two-week period. Game director Joe Ziegler announced the mode will be available starting March 18th on the Perimeter map, emphasizing that it is an experimental feature and may have some jank. The studio aims to gather player feedback to determine if a full duos queue should be developed in the future.
VALORANT Masters Santiago Finals Reveals New Agent: Miks
Riot Games revealed the new VALORANT Controller Agent, Miks, and the Knockout game mode during the VALORANT Masters Santiago finals. Miks features abilities focused on sound and kinetic energy, including an ultimate that can knock back, deafen, and slow opponents. The Knockout mode is a round-based elimination mode with respawns, and new cosmetic bundles and a Battlepass are also set to launch on March 18, 2026.
Expedition Game Mode Coming to Warhammer 40,000: Darktide March 17
Fatshark is releasing a free Expedition Game Mode for Warhammer 40,000: Darktide on March 17, adding new enemies, items, and environmental threats to the uncharted wilderness of Atoma Prime. This update, titled 'Beyond the Hive,' is described as the largest content injection since the game's launch and will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, and Windows Store.
Warhammer 40k: Darktide Gets An Entirely New Rogue-Like Game Mode
Warhammer 40,000: Darktide is receiving a new roguelike game mode called Expeditions, which will take players outside the Hive City of Tertium. This update, described as the largest content injection since launch by Design Director Victor Magnuson, features timed missions where players search for tech-remnants amidst environmental hazards and increasingly difficult enemies. Expeditions is designed for characters halfway through their progression and includes new challenges like twisters, lightning storms, and a modified grenade weapon.
MLB The Show 26 welcomes new legends and brings the World Baseball Classic to the game
MLB The Show 26 is offering early access starting March 13, allowing players to experience new challenges in Diamond Dynasty's World Baseball Classic mode. Pre-orders for the Digital Deluxe Edition include four-day early access and bonus in-game items, with a loyalty discount available for previous purchasers. The full game launches on March 17.
Sonic Rumble Announces Limited-Time Smurfs Collaboration Event and New Game Mode
SEGA announced that Sonic Rumble will host a limited-time Smurfs Crossover Event starting March 16, 2026. The update also introduces a new Party Rumble game mode, a Toy Capsules system for earning skins, and rebrands the game to Sonic Rumble Party. Exclusive Smurfs skins and collaboration stages will be available during the event.
Battlefield 6 is getting a free trial next week with a decent selection of maps and modes
Battlefield Studios and Electronic Arts announced a one-week free trial for Battlefield 6, starting March 17 and running until March 24. The trial will be accessible through the free-to-play portion, Battlefield Redsec, and includes popular modes like Conquest, Breakthrough, and the new Nightfall mode on specific maps. Progression will carry over between the trial, Redsec, and the full game.
Black Ops Royale is more of a Treyarch-flavored Warzone than it is Blackout 2, but it’s still pretty fun Call of Duty
The new Black Ops Royale mode for Call of Duty: Warzone is now available, offering a faster-paced experience than the original Blackout mode. Developed by Treyarch in collaboration with Raven Software, the mode introduces new movement mechanics like wall-jumping and a wingsuit, alongside a revamped looting system that replaces traditional loadouts with upgradeable ground loot. While initially launching in Quads only, the mode aims to revitalize Warzone's gameplay loop.
How to play Black Ops Royale: Do you need Warzone or Black Ops 7?
Black Ops Royale is a new permanent mode within Call of Duty: Warzone, often referred to as Blackout 2.0. Players do not need to own a separate Call of Duty title to access this mode, as it is integrated directly into Warzone. This update aims to revitalize the battle royale experience within the Call of Duty franchise.
