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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.
Ballgame Announced: Golf-Inspired Physics Platformer Coming to Steam in 2026
Human Computer has announced its debut title, Ballgame, a golf-inspired physics platformer scheduled for release on Steam for PC in 2026. Players control a sentient golf ball named Dolf, navigating chaotic tournaments and challenges that blend arcade spectacle with precision gameplay. The game will feature handcrafted levels, unlockable ball personalities, and an arcade-style hub called The Parlor.
Speedball Review | TheXboxHub
This review discusses the modern reboot of Speedball, a futuristic sports combat game. While it captures the fast-paced, brutal feel of the original Speedball 2 on Amiga, it doesn't quite replicate its magic. The game features engaging single-player leagues, team management, and varied arenas, but suffers from a sparsely populated online multiplayer. Despite its flaws, the core gameplay remains strong and respectful of the classic.
Quiz: How many FIFA boxarts can you remember? | Quiz
This quiz challenges players to recall FIFA boxarts from various years, focusing on the UK versions of the game covers. It serves as a nostalgic look back at the series' visual history, prompted by the divisive boxart for FIFA 21.
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.
WWE 2K26 vs MLB The Show 26: The Mid-March Sports Showdown
WWE 2K26 and MLB The Show 26 are set for a mid-March release, with both titles prioritizing current-generation hardware. WWE 2K26 drops last-gen support for a new physics engine on March 14, while MLB The Show 26 launches March 17 on current-gen consoles and Nintendo Switch, notably absent from Xbox Game Pass at launch.
Beat The Champions – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Beat The Champions is a fast-paced arcade football game featuring legendary players with special abilities. The game emphasizes skill-driven battles and competitive adrenaline over realism. A demo is available on Steam, with the full game promising local and online competitive modes, and an international Cup in 2026.
Review: Mario Tennis Fever (Nintendo Switch 2)
Mario Tennis Fever for the Nintendo Switch 2 offers a blend of traditional tennis gameplay with unique "Fever Rackets" that add special powers, catering to both purists and those seeking more chaotic fun. The game features a large roster of 38 characters, multiple game modes including an Adventure Mode and Tournament Tower, and impressive graphics that showcase the console's capabilities. Online multiplayer is highlighted as a strong point, making it a satisfying entry for fans of the series.
PlayStation Plus March 2026 Free Game Leaked Ahead of Official Reveal
A leak suggests that PGA Tour 2K25 will be the headline free game for PlayStation Plus subscribers in March 2026. Developed by HB Studios, the golf simulation launched in February 2025 for PlayStation 5 and will be available to all PlayStation Plus tiers from March 3 to April 7, 2026.
Speedball review – Couch Classic Comes Back to Console
The rebooted Speedball offers a high-octane arcade brawler experience, blending elements of handball, ice hockey, and brawling with a futuristic, dystopian aesthetic. Developed by Rebellion, the game captures the frantic essence of the original while featuring slick visuals and satisfying gameplay, though its online and single-player modes are noted as somewhat underdeveloped.
Whatever happened to boxing games? Fight Night Round 3 wore my thumbs out, and 20 years on I still love it for it
The article reflects on the decline of boxing video games, highlighting Fight Night Round 3 on Xbox 360 as a standout title with its innovative thumbstick controls and deep career mode. It contrasts this with the current dominance of UFC games, expressing a longing for the nostalgic appeal of boxing titles.
Call of Duty Tops US Gaming Sales Chart for January 2026
Circana's January 2026 US sales data shows Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 topping the all-format chart, driven by strong physical and digital sales. Sports titles NBA 2K26 and Madden NFL 26 followed, with Minecraft and Battlefield 6 rounding out the top five. Subscription services and hardware contributed to a modest 3% year-over-year increase in the gaming industry.
Clair Obscur wins Game of the Year at DICE Awards 2026
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 by Sandfall Interactive won Game of the Year at the 29th annual DICE Awards, alongside four other accolades including Role-Playing Game of the Year. Ghost of Yōtei received four awards, including Adventure Game of the Year. The event also saw Evan Wells inducted into the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame.
Mario Tennis Fever Review | Giant Bomb
Jeff Grubb's review of Mario Tennis Fever for the Nintendo Switch 2 gives the game 3 out of 5 stars, noting that while the core tennis mechanics are solid, the surrounding content feels lazy and uninspired, especially at a $70 price point. The adventure mode is criticized for its stilted presentation and lack of engaging content, though the online multiplayer and racket mechanics add some fun.
Mario Tennis Fever Review
Mario Tennis Fever offers solid core tennis mechanics but suffers from dated presentation and a lack of engaging content outside of gameplay. The adventure mode is described as a series of disconnected vignettes with minimal joy, and the overall experience feels lazy for its $70 price point. Despite these criticisms, the fundamental tennis gameplay remains fun, especially online, and the character roster and racket abilities add some variety.
Almost Every PSVR2 Game Reviewed (Part Fourteen / Letter N)
This article reviews several PlayStation VR2 games starting with the letter N, including No Man's Sky, No More Rainbows, Nock, and Not For Broadcast VR. It highlights improvements in No Man's Sky for PSVR2, the challenging gameplay of No More Rainbows, the fun VR adaptation of Nock, and the confusing nature of Not For Broadcast VR.
Best Switch 2 Ports - The Most Impressive Third-Party Games On Nintendo Switch 2
This article highlights the most impressive third-party games adapted for the Nintendo Switch 2, showcasing how the console handles demanding titles. It features a curated list of games that offer a full experience despite the hardware's limitations, with specific mentions of titles like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Apex Legends, and Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition.
Bouncemasters 2: Pengu Throw announced for Switch
Bouncemasters 2: Pengu Throw has been announced for the Nintendo Switch, with a reveal trailer showcasing its gameplay. The game features a campaign mode with quests and an arcade mode for score runs, set across ten distinct biomes. Monthly leaderboards will offer exclusive skins for top players.
Super Mario Strikers – Nintendo Switch 2 (Gameplay)
Super Mario Strikers is now available on Nintendo GameCube as a Nintendo Classic, featuring widescreen support and running in docked mode on the Nintendo Switch 2. The article also expresses a desire for the release of Strikers Charged.
PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for March delivers UFC MMA action for PS5
Sony has announced the March PlayStation Plus Game Catalog additions, featuring UFC 5, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, and Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions for PlayStation 5. Notably, UFC 5 is a PlayStation 5 exclusive, meaning PlayStation 4 owners will not have access to this month's headline title, continuing a trend of prioritizing next-gen content for the service.
