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Evening Patches
An official patch, update 1.3.2, patch 2, was released for Sid Meier's Civilization VII on April 16, 2026. This update addresses various issues and improvements for the game.
Tekken 8 Update 3.00.02 patch notes make emergency adjustments to Season 3
Tekken 8's latest update, version 3.00.02, introduces emergency adjustments to Season 3's Heat system. The changes aim to balance Heat moves, their resource cost, and damage output to encourage more strategic gameplay during the Heat State.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder updated to Version 1.2.1 (patch notes)
Nintendo has released update Version 1.2.1 for Super Mario Bros. Wonder, specifically for the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. The patch notes indicate general adjustments and fixes to improve the gameplay experience, though details are vague. No changes were made to the original Nintendo Switch version.
My favorite cosmic horror RPG is still being updated, and thanks to this latest patch 'The rat child's Copy Dad ability no longer copies gun skills for free'
A recent patch for the cosmic horror RPG 'The Rat King's Copy Dad' has been released, addressing an issue where the 'Copy Dad' ability would incorrectly grant free gun skills. The update aims to fix this bug and improve the game's balance.
Hades 2 update 2 out now, patch notes – bonus content and more
Hades 2 has received its second major update on Nintendo Switch, introducing bonus content, quality-of-life improvements, and numerous bug fixes. The update includes new narrated conclusion scenes for prophecies, expanded gifting options for characters, new dialogue events, and additional surprises like alternate forms for animal familiars.
Morning Patches
Several games have received official updates. ARC Raiders has been updated to version 1.24.0. American Truck Simulator is now in its 1.59 Open Beta, as detailed on SCS Software's blog. Bungie has released update 1.0.6 for Marathon.
Marvel Rivals season 7.5 early patch notes – Black Cat, new PvE modes, and more
Marvel Rivals is receiving a substantial mid-season update with version 7.5, introducing the new Duelist Black Cat, a story-based PvE mode called Blood Hunt, and new Hellfire Gala skins. The update also includes hero balancing changes, a new team-up ability, and the Path to Doomsday event, with Black Cat arriving on April 17 and other content rolling out later in April.
Marathon’s season 1 midseason patch notes are massive and full of all sorts of big changes
Bungie has released a substantial mid-season update for Marathon's first season, introducing numerous changes and new features. The update includes buffs and tweaks to Runner Shells, five new Implant perks, weapon balancing, and quality-of-life improvements such as the addition of Depleted Self-Revive Kits and Mercy Kits. New content also features the C.A.R.R.I. Initiative, rewarding players for completing contracts and exfiltrating together.
Indie Dev’s ‘Massive’ Pinfall Update Has One Fix—And It’s Peak Gaming Humor
Indie developer PIXELNASU released version 1.01 for their game Pinfall, humorously noting a single fix for a save file parsing issue. The article praises this playful and honest communication style as a refreshing contrast to corporate patch notes, highlighting the value of human connection in the gaming industry.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons Has Been Updated To Version 3.0.2, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Nintendo has released version 3.0.2 for Animal Crossing: New Horizons on the Nintendo Switch, adding a commemorative "Leaf Object" item via the in-game mailbox to celebrate the series' 25th anniversary. The update also includes numerous bug fixes for both the base game and the Happy Home Paradise DLC, addressing issues with furniture placement, crafting, item display, and villager behavior.
Overwatch Season 2 Reign of Talon patch notes
Overwatch Season 2, titled Reign of Talon, introduces a new DPS character named Sierra, along with new game modes, cosmetics, and a refresh of existing perks. The season also features the Grand Mesa event, a return of post-match accolades, and a rework of the Antarctica map. Specific details on Mythic skins for Soldier: 76 and Genji, as well as perk changes for Ramattra, Pharah, Reaper, Soldier: 76, and Mercy, are outlined.
Sunday Patches
Crimson Desert has received a hotfix patch, version 1.03.01, which is now available for all platforms. The patch notes indicate it is an official update addressing issues with the game.
Saturday Patches
Crimson Desert has released patch notes for version 1.03.00, with revisions made on April 11, 2026. The update details changes and fixes implemented in the game.
Crimson Desert Update 1.03 Out Now on PS5, Get the Patch Notes Here
Pearl Abyss has released update 1.03 for Crimson Desert on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. This patch enhances the Greymane and Pailune camps, adds a weapon display option, and includes various graphical and gameplay improvements. The update also addresses numerous bugs and introduces new features like fast-forwarding dialogue and improved Abyss Nexus discovery.
Crimson Desert update 1.03.00 patch notes
Pearl Abyss has released update version 1.03.00 for Crimson Desert on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. This update focuses on numerous improvements and bug fixes, enhancing usability across various camps and gameplay mechanics. New features like Intel XeSS support and enhanced raytracing options are also included for PC and console players respectively.
Slay the Spire 2 players surprised by patch that actually makes the game easier with big Ironclad buffs and nerfs to…
Slay the Spire 2 has received a beta patch introducing significant balance changes, including buffs to the Ironclad character and nerfs to enemies like Living Fog and the Doormaker boss. Developer Mega Crit also updated the leaderboard system to show only friends' scores and adjusted the daily run scoring.
New Slay the Spire 2 patch notes help you survive the early game, and rein in Acrobatics
New patch notes for Slay the Spire 2's beta branch introduce changes aimed at improving early game survivability and rebalancing certain cards and enemies. Key updates include new Neow relics, adjustments to Ironclad's survivability with a new card and relic changes, and nerfs to problematic enemies like Living Fog. The game's developer, Mega Crit, is also shifting some difficulty from Act One to Act Three and has altered leaderboard calculations.
Mario Kart World updated to Version 1.6.1 (patch notes)
Nintendo has released version 1.6.1 for Mario Kart World on Nintendo Switch. This update does not add new content but addresses several bugs, including issues with speed boosts after rail rides and game crashes when switching play modes in multiplayer.
Mario Kart World Has Been Updated To Version 1.6.1, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Nintendo has released version 1.6.1 for Mario Kart World, a launch title for the Nintendo Switch 2. This minor update addresses an issue where players sometimes wouldn't receive a speed boost after certain actions and resolves a bug that could cause the game to end when switching between TV and handheld modes with three or more players.
New DBD patch notes finally take aim at its troublesome stacking modifiers
Behaviour Interactive has implemented a new Diminishing Returns system in Dead by Daylight to address the issue of stacking in-game modifiers. This change aims to normalize how modifiers interact, preventing overly powerful combinations and preserving game integrity. The system is currently live on the PTB and also includes other updates like aura color customization.
