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Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (4th April)
Several Nintendo Life staff members share their weekend gaming plans, with titles like Pokopia, Super Mario Wonder, and The Last of Us Part II being played. The article also touches on recent gaming news including the Super Mario Galaxy Movie, April Fools' gags, and game delistings.
What should gamers look for in a VPN?
This guide outlines key factors for selecting a VPN for gaming, prioritizing low latency (ping) to ensure smooth gameplay and competitive performance. It also discusses the importance of VPN protocols like WireGuard, platform compatibility for PC and consoles, and privacy benefits such as protection against DDoS attacks.
What are we all playing this weekend?
Several individuals from the publication discuss their gaming plans for a UK bank holiday weekend. Topics include returning to Cyberpunk 2077 after its updates, trying out indie titles like Raccoin and Discopup, and revisiting games like Overwatch and Atomfall. Some mention upcoming DLC and new cars for racing simulators.
Avalanche Launches Retro9000 Round 2
The Avalanche Foundation has launched the second round of its Retro9000 grant program, introducing a new scoring system that prioritizes projects based on the amount of AVAX they burn. This iteration moves away from community voting towards a public leaderboard, with $40 million allocated for the top 40 projects. The program also includes enhanced incentives like multipliers for Build Games participants and a referral system to encourage innovation and utility within the Avalanche ecosystem.
Soundcore Nebula X1 Pro review: The king of party projectors
The Soundcore Nebula X1 Pro is a high-end, all-in-one home theater system integrating a bright triple-laser projector with a powerful 400-watt Dolby Atmos 7.1 speaker system. Despite its hefty $5,000 price tag and weight, its portability, ease of setup, and impressive image and sound quality make it a unique and compelling option for immersive entertainment.
April Fools 2026: Our Favourite Jokes in Tech & Gaming
Gaming and tech companies celebrated April Fools' Day 2026 with humorous product announcements and in-game events. Notable jokes included CD Projekt Red's 'R.O.A.C.H.' controller, Elgato's Stream Deck + Lever, and a Mega Man-themed reveal for Pragmata. Sony Interactive Entertainment also teased a 'Playmo' controller for Gran Turismo 7, while Lords Of The Fallen introduced 'helmet vision'.
Now Playing at SUPERJUMP: Issue 39
SUPERJUMP's Issue 39 features the team discussing their current gaming experiences. Titles highlighted include the addictive digging game DigDigDrill on Nintendo Switch, the expansive JRPG Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth – Hacker's Memory, and the classic platformer Rayman. Other games discussed are Shin Megami Tensei, Pokémon Legends: Arceus, the racing game BallisticNG with its new DLC, Red Dead Redemption via backwards compatibility, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, the survival game Cairn, Resident Evil 4 Remake, Dead Space Remake, and Borderlands 3.
As expected - Slay the Spire 2 leads the way for the most played Steam Deck games for March 2026
Slay the Spire 2 topped the list of most played games on Steam Deck in March 2026. The article provides a top 50 list of popular titles, with other notable games including Stardew Valley, Baldur's Gate 3, and Elden Ring. The author also mentions continued playtime in Overwatch and Death Stranding 2.
Inbjudan! Nördkväll med SweClockers på Elgigantens huvudkontor
SweClockers is hosting a "Nördkväll" (Geek Night) event in collaboration with Elgiganten at Elgiganten's headquarters in Stockholm on May 13th. The event, aimed at technology and gaming enthusiasts, will feature exhibitors like ASUS, Gigabyte, and MOZA Racing, and includes food and drinks.
The Cultural Meaning of Lucky Numbers Around the World
Numbers hold significant cultural and symbolic meanings beyond their practical use, with many cultures assigning luck or misfortune to specific digits. This phenomenon is rooted in psychological tendencies to find patterns and control in uncertainty, often reinforced by positive experiences and cultural influences. In modern contexts like gaming and online platforms, numbers are integral to progress and achievement, sometimes acquiring symbolic weight through repeated exposure and association with memorable events or trends.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (28th March)
Several gaming industry figures share their weekend gaming plans, with titles like Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Pokopia, and Deadzone: Rogue being frequently mentioned. Discussions also touch upon Nintendo's digital game pricing strategy for the Switch 2 and hardware considerations like new laptops and the AYN Thor.
What are we all playing this weekend?
Several gaming journalists share their weekend plans, which include playing games like Pokopia on Nintendo Switch, Elden Ring on Steam Deck, and Screamer. Other titles mentioned are Tokyo Extreme Racer, Atomfall, Legend of Khiimori, Sable, Animal Crossing, Good Pizza Great Pizza, Prince of Persia, and Minos. The article humorously contrasts the difficulty of small-town social interactions with challenging video games.
Exclusive deal: Get 77% off a 2-year NordVPN Plus plan, and enjoy 4 months free and an Amazon gift card on top
A special offer provides a 77% discount on a 2-year NordVPN Plus plan, including four free months and an Amazon gift card. The deal is available until March 28 and highlights NordVPN's benefits for gaming, such as enhanced security against toxic players and potential avoidance of ISP throttling. The service also offers features like anti-malware protection and a password manager.
"Game Grandpa" obliterates Resident Evil Requiem by making handwritten copies of its maps and puzzles in his notebook: "It's not about being fearless, but about moving forward"
90-year-old streamer Yang Binglin, known as "Game Grandpa," has completed Resident Evil Village by meticulously hand-copying its maps and puzzles into a notebook. Binglin, recognized by Guinness World Records as the oldest male streamer, shared his playthrough on Bilibili, documenting his traditional approach to conquering the game.
Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus review - the new sub-$200 gaming CPU go-to
The Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus is a new sub-$200 CPU that offers significant performance improvements over its predecessor, the 245K. It outperforms AMD's price competitors, making it a strong choice for budget gaming setups.
Oops, ASRock says motherboards will support 'newly launched' AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 CPU that has definitely not…
ASRock briefly announced support for the unreleased AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 CPU on its AM5 motherboards via a press release, which was later deleted. The chip has not officially surfaced, leading to speculation about its release and potential benefits, especially for gaming.
Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus review - a surprise new mid-range gaming CPU king
The Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is a new mid-range gaming CPU that features 24 cores and a significant inter-die clock speed boost. This processor is positioned to challenge existing offerings and re-establish Intel's presence in the gaming CPU market.
Cardano (ADA) Price Prediction 2026: Can a Research-Driven Blockchain Compete in a Utility-Focused Market?
This analysis compares Cardano's research-driven blockchain approach with utility-focused ecosystems like Playnance, powered by G Coin. While Cardano emphasizes long-term development and security, the market is increasingly valuing platforms with high daily user activity and immediate engagement. Price predictions for Cardano in 2026 vary, but its success hinges on translating technical roadmaps into real-world adoption amidst a shift towards activity-driven Web3 models.
Coming Out in gaming this week — March 23, 2026
Several new games are set to release in the week of March 23, 2026, across various platforms including PC, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. Notable titles include the city-builder Nova Roma, the action RPG Etrange Overlord, and the racing game Screamer. The week also features an expanded version of Super Mario Bros. Wonder and the return of Max and Chloe in Life is Strange: Reunion.
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Several individuals share their gaming plans for the weekend, with popular titles like Helldivers 2, Super Mario Wonder, and Baldur's Gate 3 being frequently mentioned. Nostalgic choices such as Banjo-Tooie and mini-NES are also present, alongside anticipation for potential play in Arc Raiders and Resident Evil Requiem.