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PRAGMATA release date moved up to April 17
The release date for the game PRAGMATA has been moved up to April 17. The article includes comments from users discussing game mechanics and marketability, with some lamenting the lack of creativity in yearly releases like Call of Duty and FIFA.
Bungie’s Marathon launch is officially happening this afternoon – are you playing?
Bungie's new shooter Marathon officially launches today at 1 p.m. EST on Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The game is available in two editions, priced at $40 and $60, with a player-friendly business model. The developers have released an FAQ and warned players about potential login queues.
US: Nintendo Download for 5th March, 2026
Nintendo of America has announced the latest Nintendo Download for March 5, 2026, featuring new releases and pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. New titles include Pokémon Pokopia, Blue Prince, Minishoot' Adventures, and Rotwood. Pre-orders are open for Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection and WWE 2K26. The update also highlights Mario-themed content for MAR10 Day and new additions to Nintendo Music and eShop sales.
Highguard's beefy final update is live, with a "skeleton crew" having voluntarily "crunched" to get it out ahead of shutdown
Ahead of its March 12th shutdown, Highguard has received its final update, featuring new skill trees, a weapon called the Switchback, and a new warden named Koldo. This update was developed by a dedicated 'skeleton crew' at Wildlight who voluntarily worked overtime to complete it. Despite some compromises due to the rushed development, the additions are not expected to significantly impact the player experience.
Highguard stänger för gott
Wildlight Entertainment has confirmed that their free-to-play shooter Highguard will be shut down on March 12, less than two months after its January 26 release. Despite efforts and a player base of over two million, the game failed to build a sustainable community. Developers with experience from Apex Legends and Titanfall were involved in its creation.
Believe It or Not, Atomic Heart Is Still Getting DLC
Atomic Heart will receive its fourth and final DLC, titled Blood on Crystal, on April 16, 2026, concluding the game's story. An Ultimate Edition bundling the base game with all expansions and bonus content will also be available digitally on the same date and physically on March 24, 2026.
Marathon release countdown: Exact start time and date
Marathon is set to launch on Thursday, March 5, across PC and consoles, with servers going live at 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm UTC. The release follows a recent Server Slam open beta and marks the beginning of Season 1, introducing new zones, weapons, and Runner shells. Pre-orders are available, allowing players to pre-download the game files.
Marathon May Have Server Queues At Launch
Bungie has warned that players may experience server queues at launch for their upcoming shooter Marathon, scheduled for release on March 5. The developer also clarified how players can claim rewards from the recent Server Slam beta test, which will be available in-game mailboxes starting March 5. Marathon will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC for $40.
Highguard Closes Its Doors Just Weeks After Launch - GameHaunt
Wildlight Entertainment's free-to-play raid shooter Highguard will shut down its servers on March 12, 2026, just 45 days after its late January launch. Despite attracting nearly 100,000 peak concurrent players on Steam and over 2 million total players, the game failed to retain daily active users due to harsh feedback on its format and loot systems. Tencent reportedly pulled funding, leading to significant layoffs at Wildlight Entertainment.
How does the Realism mode in The Division 2 work
The Division 2's Realism mode offers a hyper-realistic experience with a fast time-to-kill, no HUD, and scarce ammunition, available until the end of March. This mode is part of the Anniversary season and is accessible for the Warlords of New York expansion, which is also free during this period.
Highguard Permanently Shuts Down on 12th March
Wildlight Entertainment has announced that its live service shooter Highguard will permanently shut down on March 12, 2026, just 46 days after its release. Despite initial player interest, the game failed to maintain a sustainable player base. A final update will add new characters, skill trees, and weapons before servers go offline.
Highguard to end service on March 12
Wildlight Entertainment announced that its free-to-play shooter Highguard will cease operations on March 12, just 45 days after its launch on January 26 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. Despite a significant player base at launch, the developer cited an inability to build a sustainable community. A final update adding new content is planned before the shutdown.
Crimson Capes Review | NoobFeed
Crimson Capes is a complex 2D action-adventure game for PC that blends Souls-like structure with shooter energy. Its semi-open world, multiple characters, and intricate combat systems offer a deep sandbox for players to master.
The PC game releases we're most excited about in March
March 2026 is set to be a busy month for PC game releases, featuring a variety of genres including the extraction shooter Marathon, the open-world action RPG Crimson Desert, and the horror remake Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake. Several other titles like Slay the Spire 2, Death Stranding 2, and SAND: Raiders of Sophie are also slated for release, alongside various game development events and Steam sales.
Shadowgate 64 Chaos Magic Edition Randomizer Released
Grayson Wendell has released an open-source item randomizer for the Nintendo 64 game Shadowgate 64, titled the Chaos Magic Edition. The randomizer includes various shuffling modes and ensures items are available before progression is blocked. The article also briefly mentions new demos and releases for other games like LUCID, MINOS, Armatus, Tales of Berseria Remastered, WWE 2K26, and Samson: A Tyndalston Story.
Warframe launches on Nintendo Switch 2 on 25th March
Digital Extremes announced that Warframe will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on March 25, coinciding with the release of the "The Shadowgrapher" update. The Switch 2 version will feature mouse controls, run at 60FPS and 1080p in both handheld and docked modes, with improved visuals and load times. Players logging in between March 25 and April 15 will receive the exclusive Ambimanus Pack.
Marathon might be the perfect 2026 shooter in that I feel like I'm stuck in a giant Nvidia graphics card
The Marathon reboot playtest offers a glimpse into a shooter that evokes feelings of overwhelm and exhaustion related to the current tech industry, particularly Nvidia's influence. Players take on the role of a cybernetic body controlled by a brain, boarding an interstellar ark to strip it for parts for various corporations, engaging in combat with robots and alien lifeforms. The art direction and gameplay mechanics, while familiar, create a compelling atmosphere that mirrors the chaotic state of modern high technology.
Burning Angels
Burning Angels is an action shooter for the Turbo Grafx-16 and PC Engine that features anime-inspired graphics and two distinct ship weapon sets. Despite a generous power-up system and a unique 'burning meter' for super attacks, the game suffers from generic gameplay, high difficulty, and a lack of standout features compared to other shooters on the platform.
The 5 Best Star Wars Games Ever: From 16-Bit to Modern Masterpieces
This guide ranks the top 5 Star Wars games, spanning from 16-bit classics to modern titles. The list includes Star Wars Battlefront II (2005), Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, Super Star Wars, and Star Wars Rogue Squadron II: Rogue Leader, highlighting their unique contributions to the franchise.
Following layoffs, Highguard devs Wildlight announce it's getting a new airship base and door-opening dart gun
Despite recent layoffs, developer Wildlight Games has announced new content for their shooter Highguard, including a new base called Cloudreach featuring a large airship and a dart gun called the Lockpick for opening doors. A patch dropping later this week will also introduce a new mount and potentially a new game mode focused on raids.
