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Here are our PS Plus monthly games for April
Sony has revealed the PlayStation Plus monthly games for April, which include Lords of the Fallen, Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered, and Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream. These titles will be available to all PlayStation Plus subscribers from April 7th to May 4th.
PlayStation Plus April Monthly Games Include Lords of the Fallen, Tomb Raider I–III Remastered, and Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream
Sony has announced the April lineup for PlayStation Plus, featuring Lords of the Fallen, Tomb Raider I–III Remastered, and Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream. These titles will be available to subscribers on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 from April 7 to May 4. The selection includes a dark fantasy action RPG, a classic adventure remaster collection, and an anime-based multiplayer game.
PlayStation Plus Free Games For April 2026 Revealed
PlayStation has announced the free games for PlayStation Plus subscribers for April 2026. Members can claim Lords of the Fallen, Tomb Raider I-III Remastered, and Sword Art Online: Fractured Daydream starting April 7. Subscribers are reminded to claim March's free games before the deadline.
The April 2026 PlayStation Plus Essential games are confirmed [Updated]
Sony has confirmed the April 2026 PlayStation Plus Essential lineup, featuring Lords of the Fallen, Sword Art Online: Fractured Daydream, and Tomb Raider I-III Remastered. The article also mentions March's remaining PlayStation Plus titles, including Monster Hunter Rise, which received high praise.
Nintendo Switch Online section gets a Super Mario Galaxy-themed makeover
Nintendo has updated the Nintendo Switch Online portal with a Super Mario Galaxy theme to coincide with the release of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Additionally, Nintendo Switch Online subscribers can now access re-released profile icons featuring characters and elements from Super Mario Galaxy 1 and 2, with new waves rolling out over the coming weeks.
Donkey Kong Bananza has a big-brained approach to asset recycling
Rumors suggest Microsoft is considering a new tier for Xbox Game Pass that would focus on a catalog of first-party games. The article also briefly mentions Donkey Kong Bananza's approach to asset recycling.
Evening Metaverse
Meta is reportedly testing a new subscription service called Instagram Plus, which would offer exclusive features to paying users. The details of the subscription tiers and specific benefits are still under wraps.
The April 2026 PlayStation Plus Essential games have leaked
Leaked information suggests that Lords of the Fallen and Sword Art Online: Fractured Daydream will be the PlayStation Plus Essential games for April 2026. The article also mentions that March's offerings include PGA Tour 2K25, Monster Hunter Rise, The Elder Scrolls Online, and Slime Rancher 2, with Monster Hunter Rise receiving particular praise.
Meta is testing an Instagram Plus subscription service with exclusive features
Meta is testing a new subscription service called 'Instagram Plus' in the Philippines and Mexico, offering exclusive features such as longer Stories, audience segmentation, and viewing analytics. The service, priced around $1-2 USD per month with a free trial, appears to be modeled after Snapchat+'s success in generating non-advertising revenue.
New Game Pass Subscription Tier Seemingly Spotted Online
A new, lower-priced Game Pass tier codenamed 'Triton' has been spotted in data files, reportedly intended for first-party Xbox Game Studios titles. This potential tier would include games like DOOM Eternal, Gears 5, and Halo 5. Microsoft is also reportedly exploring combining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, with potential price increases across tiers.
Yet another PlayStation Plus Essential game for April leaks
Two games have reportedly leaked for April's PlayStation Plus Essential lineup: Lords of the Fallen and Sword Art Online: Fractured Daydream. This follows a previous leak for Lords of the Fallen, with Sword Art Online: Fractured Daydream being a 10th-anniversary title featuring multiple characters and modes. Sony is expected to officially announce the games soon, replacing March's offerings.
All PS Plus Essential April Monthly Free Games Leaked Thus Far
Leaked information suggests that Lords of the Fallen and Sword Art Online: Fractured Daydream will be among the PlayStation Plus Essential free games for April 2026, with both titles being PS5-exclusive. A potential third game, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, was briefly seen on the PlayStation Store but is considered unlikely to be offered for free.
Xbox Game Pass May Receive A New Tier Focused On Offering A Catalog Of First-Party Games
Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass subscription service is reportedly planning to introduce a new tier. This potential tier would focus on offering a catalog of first-party games to subscribers.
The Best Xbox Game Pass Games In 2026
This guide highlights the best games available on Xbox Game Pass in 2026, covering a wide range of genres from roguelites to open-world adventures. It details different subscription tiers and provides brief descriptions of each recommended title, including recent additions and critically acclaimed games from previous years.
Game Pass Might Get New Subscription Tier With Only Xbox Game Studios Titles – Rumor
A rumor suggests Microsoft is planning a new, lower-priced Game Pass tier codenamed 'Triton' that would exclusively feature titles from Xbox Game Studios. This potential tier aims to attract a broader customer base by focusing solely on first-party content. The article also touches on past criticisms of Game Pass price increases and potential partnerships with services like Netflix.
Dataminers think they've found evidence of an unannounced Game Pass tier showing only older first-party games
Dataminers have discovered evidence of a potential new Xbox Game Pass tier codenamed 'Trion' that may exclusively feature older first-party titles from Xbox Studios. The rumored tier's listed games include titles like Doom Eternal, Dishonored 2, and Halo 5, notably excluding newer releases. This potential change comes as Asha Sharma settles into her role as Xbox's new CEO.
This Week’s Game Pass Update Is Seriously Stacked
Microsoft's Game Pass service is adding several new games in late March and early April, including "The Long Dark," "Resident Evil 7: Biohazard," "Barbie Horse Trails," and the highly anticipated RPG "Clair Obscur: Expedition 33." The article highlights the variety of genres available on the subscription service, from survival and horror to casual exploration and a standout RPG experience.
Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown Season 6 is Now Available
The PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for February will feature several new titles including Marvel's Spider-Man 2, Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown, and Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin, all available starting February 17. Additionally, Disney•Pixar Wall-E will be added to the Classics Catalogue.
X moves the ashes of Tweetdeck behind its $40 Premium+ subscription
X has moved its TweetDeck feature, now known as X Pro, exclusively to its Premium+ subscription tier, which costs $40 per month. Previously available at the lower Premium tier, the change was not widely communicated to users, leading to confusion. X's AI chatbot, Grok, confirmed the change, stating that X Pro access is now limited to Premium+ subscribers.
Nintendo Download: Something Wonderful This Way Comes!
Nintendo has announced new digital releases for the Nintendo Switch, including Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Disney Dreamlight Valley, The Midnight Walk, and Kena: Bridge of Spirits. The update also details upcoming DLC events for Donkey Kong Bananza and highlights sales on the Nintendo eShop. Information on Nintendo Switch Online services and features is also provided.
