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Starfield on PS5 – 15 New Things You Need to Know
Bethesda has detailed the upcoming Free Lanes update and Terran Armada expansion for Starfield, launching April 7th, which will also include a PlayStation 5 version. The PS5 version will feature full DualSense controller support and graphics modes for the PS5 Pro. The expansion introduces the Terran Armada faction, new quests, weapons, perks, and ship customization options.
Crimson Desert Patch Propels It to New All-Time Concurrent Player Peak on Steam
Pearl Abyss's Crimson Desert has reached an all-time concurrent player peak of 276,261 on Steam, surpassing its launch numbers. Recent patches addressing issues, adding features like permanent mounts and quality-of-life improvements, and removing AI-generated assets have significantly boosted player reception and game ratings. The company is prioritizing base game sales and user satisfaction over immediate DLC plans, though future platform expansions are being considered.
Crimson Desert Hits New Steam Concurrent Player Peak as Latest Game-Changing Update Kicks In
Crimson Desert has achieved a new peak in concurrent players on Steam following its second weekend. This surge in players is attributed to a recent game-changing update that introduced numerous improvements to the open-world action-adventure game.
Deadlock isn't a death sentence for Dota 2 - it's "a gateway," according to caster and ESL product manager 'Avo+'
ESL product manager and Dota 2 caster Álvaro Sánchez Velasco discusses the impact of patch 7.41 and the potential threat of 'Deadlock' to the game's esports scene. He views the new update as a 'gateway' for Dota 2's continued growth.
Minecraft's switch to smaller game drops doesn't rule out "more transformative updates"
Minecraft product manager Anna Lundgren stated that the game's new model of smaller, more frequent "game drops" is more sustainable for the development team. However, she also indicated that Mojang Studios remains open to releasing larger, more transformative updates in the future.
New Crimson Desert update makes everything feel better and adds five magnificent mounts
Crimson Desert has received update 1.01.00, which includes improvements to movement controls, flight smoothness, and reduced stamina costs. The update also adds five new mounts to the game.
Major Crimson Desert Patch Out Now on PS5, Makes Countless Gameplay Improvements
A significant patch, version 1.01.00, has been released for Crimson Desert on PlayStation 5, introducing numerous gameplay improvements. The update addresses issues such as load times and performance, adds a new 4K graphical toggle, includes quality-of-life adjustments, and introduces new mounts. Developer Pearl Abyss has focused on post-launch support to refine the open-world adventure.
Crimson Desert 1.01.00 patch notes: All major changes
Crimson Desert has released patch 1.01.00 on PC, introducing five new Legendary animal mounts and significant changes to core mechanics. The update includes adjustments to crime detection, a new Refinement Coin item for gear enhancement, and a 'Make Now' function for crafting. Numerous fixes and improvements have also been implemented across controls, quests, UI, graphics, and stability.
Marathon’s Latest Update Feels Like a Cyberpunk Cleanup Crew Hit the Servers
Marathon's latest update, version 1.0.5.1, addresses numerous exploits and bugs, including a significant fix for the Thief's Pickpocket Drone cooldown. The patch also improves the Cryo Archive customization visibility, seals out-of-bounds spots on the Outpost map, and enhances duo queue matchmaking times. This update demonstrates the developers' commitment to maintaining the game's ecosystem and improving the player experience.
Mojang hired a "cow whisperer" and "real animal voice actors" to record new Minecraft animal noises: "The cows started to speak to him immediately"
Mojang has updated Minecraft's animal sounds with the Tiny Takeover update, employing real animal voice actors and a "cow whisperer" for authentic noises. The update includes new sounds for baby and adult mobs, though player reception to update 26.1 has been mixed, with some criticizing it as a low-effort marketplace add-on.
The original Hollow Knight just got an update to fix a glitch with a final boss
Team Cherry has released an update for the original Hollow Knight to fix a glitch affecting the final boss, The Radiance. The bug caused the boss's orb attack hitbox to linger longer than intended, leading to unnecessary player deaths. This update comes nine years after the game's initial release, with the developers also recently adding language options and working on DLC for the upcoming sequel, Hollow Knight: Silksong.
"Mojang can never win": Minecraft fans split after update 26.1 and underwhelming Chaos Cubed reveal, with some dubbing it "a low-effort marketplace add-on"
Minecraft players are divided following the release of update 26.1 and the reveal of the upcoming Chaos Cubed content. While some appreciate the smaller, more frequent updates and new features like sound variants and the Golden Dandelion, others feel the content, particularly Chaos Cubed, is underwhelming and resembles a low-effort marketplace add-on, especially for single-player experiences.
Crusader Kings 3 update 1.19, out now in beta, delivers the ledger and an accolade rework - it also stops dead people wearing straw cloaks
Paradox Interactive has released the 'Realm Maintenance' update 1.19 for Crusader Kings 3 in beta form. This update introduces a comprehensive ledger for tracking in-game information, overhauls the accolades system, and adds new age-related ailments for elderly rulers. The patch also includes various bug fixes and humorous corrections, such as preventing dead characters from wearing straw cloaks.
Morning Multiplex
This article highlights recent trailer releases and developer updates for several games. It features a dev diary for Aether & Iron discussing player choice, a launch trailer for Dying Light: The Beast's Restored Land Update, and mentions a demo for Grave Seasons at PAX East 2026.
Warframe of Mind: The Shadowgrapher’s Follie flub
The recent Warframe update introducing the Follie's Hunt game mode has been met with significant player dissatisfaction, with many finding it to be a "disaster." The mode fundamentally changes the player's role from predator to prey, but critics argue it fails to work effectively due to poor mission design, counterproductive mechanics, and a lack of enemy presence, making survival difficult and agency limited.
Titan Quest II: April Update Teaser Summons Fresh Powers (and a Few Old Friends)
THQ Nordic has released a teaser for the upcoming April update for Titan Quest II, which will introduce new "Summons" for each mastery, including Storm Wisps and Core Dwellers. The update also features reforged Epic items, a new Talisman item type, and various under-the-hood improvements. A full breakdown of the new Summons and item reworks will be detailed in a future dev blog.
Diablo 3 Season 38 Starts March 27, So Heres What to Finish Before Ethereal Memory Goes Live
Diablo 3 Season 38, titled Ethereal Memory, is scheduled to begin on March 27. Players are advised to complete any outstanding objectives and prepare for the new season's content before its launch.
Planetary Annihilation: TITANS gets revived as the devs ask for Linux help and feedback
A new community team is working on updates for Planetary Annihilation: TITANS and is seeking help from Linux users to resolve issues with the game's Linux version. The team has released an update with numerous changes but is experiencing problems with Linux support, asking players to submit logs and system specifications to aid in troubleshooting.
All Genshin Impact 6.5 livestream codes
miHoYo has released redemption codes for Genshin Impact's 6.5 livestream, also known as Luna 6. These codes can be redeemed for Primogems, which are used to acquire new characters and items. Players must reach Adventure Rank 10 to redeem codes either in-game or via the official website.
Resident Evil Requiem Update Available Now, Adds Photo Mode and More
Resident Evil Requiem has received a new update that introduces a photo mode to the game. The patch also includes other general improvements for players.