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Nintendo Expands Switch Online's Virtual Boy And GBA Library With Three More Titles
Nintendo is expanding its Switch Online + Expansion Pack service with three new classic titles available on Mario Day. The additions include two Virtual Boy games, Mario's Tennis and Mario Clash, and one Game Boy Advance title, Mario vs. Donkey Kong. Access to these games requires the Expansion Pack subscription tier.
Bekräftat – Cyberpunk 2077 kommer till Game Pass
Cyberpunk 2077 is confirmed to be coming to Xbox Game Pass on March 10th for Xbox Series X and S, requiring a Premium or Ultimate subscription. The game, released in late 2020, has not previously been available on the service.
Xbox Game Pass just dropped one of its hottest waves yet
Microsoft has announced a strong lineup of games for Xbox Game Pass in March, featuring Cyberpunk 2077 (including Phantom Liberty expansion for Cloud and Console), EA Sports F1 25, and the highly anticipated indie sequel Hollow Knight: Silksong. The update also includes Final Fantasy III and Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, showcasing a strategic focus on high-profile titles to drive subscriber engagement.
Audible's new plan is $9 a month and still includes an audiobook credit
Audible has launched a new budget-friendly Standard plan at $9 per month, which includes a monthly audiobook credit previously exclusive to the Premium Plus tier. This new plan also grants access to a curated library of Audible Originals and Wondery+ content without ads. While audiobooks downloaded on the Standard plan are not retained after subscription cancellation, the company anticipates this move will attract millions of new users.
Game Pass additions for March include Cyberpunk 2077 and F1 25
Microsoft has announced the first wave of games coming to Xbox Game Pass in March, headlined by Cyberpunk 2077 and F1 25. Hollow Knight: Silksong, Final Fantasy III, and Kingdom Come: Deliverance II are also among the new additions, available across various tiers and platforms including Xbox Series X/S and PC.
Subscriptions, Clouds, and Streams
Xbox Game Pass is adding Cyberpunk 2077 and Planet of Lana II to its service, alongside other titles. This announcement highlights the ongoing expansion of subscription services, cloud gaming, and game streaming options available to players.
Morning Audio Files
Audible has introduced a new, lower-priced subscription plan in the U.S. and other territories. This move aims to make the audiobook service more accessible to a wider range of consumers.
March on Xbox Game Pass is a whopper, boasting Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, Cyberpunk 2077, Planet of Lana 2 and more
Microsoft has announced a significant lineup of games coming to Xbox Game Pass in March, including major titles like Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, Cyberpunk 2077, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and Planet of Lana 2: Children of the Leaf. The article also touches on recent leadership changes at Xbox and mentions games that will be leaving the service.
Analyst claims new Xbox console is ‘already dead’ as Microsoft backs Game Pass
Wedbush Securities analyst Michael Pachter claims the next Xbox console is already doomed due to Microsoft's focus on Game Pass. He argues the subscription service's high cost undermines traditional hardware sales, suggesting a more flexible pricing model would be more sustainable for the ecosystem.
Cyberpunk 2077 Headlines Xbox Game Pass March 2026 Lineup - IGN
Microsoft has announced that Cyberpunk 2077 will headline the Xbox Game Pass March 2026 lineup. The subscription service will also add Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf as a day one release and Hollow Knight: Silksong. Several other titles are also being added throughout March, with some games departing the service on March 15.
Coming to Xbox Game Pass: Cyberpunk 2077, Planet of Lana II, and More
Xbox Game Pass is adding several new titles throughout March, including Cyberpunk 2077, Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf, and Hollow Knight: Silksong. New additions will be available on Cloud, Console, and PC, with some launching day one on the service. Several games are also scheduled to leave the Game Pass library on March 15.
A Year-By-Year Breakdown Of Phil Spencer's Mixed Legacy As Xbox Boss
This analysis breaks down Phil Spencer's tenure as Xbox boss from 2014 to 2026, highlighting both successes like backward compatibility and the launch of Xbox Game Pass, and failures such as studio closures, game cancellations, and price hikes. The article details major events year-by-year, concluding with Spencer's retirement and the challenges facing Xbox under new leadership.
PS Plus Essential March Monthly Free Games Rolling Out Now
PlayStation Plus Essential subscribers can now claim the monthly free games for March 2026, including Monster Hunter Rise, Slime Rancher 2, The Elder Scrolls Online Collection: Gold Road, and PGA Tour 2K25. Players in Japan and Asia received access first on March 3rd, with other regions following at noon local time. This month's lineup features titles for both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, with February's games no longer available.
Xbox Game Pass in 2026: every tier, price, and change explained
Microsoft significantly restructured Xbox Game Pass on October 1, 2025, introducing new tiers, bundling additional services, and increasing prices, with Ultimate jumping 50% to $29.99 per month. The service now offers Essential ($9.99), Premium ($14.99), PC Game Pass ($16.49), and Ultimate ($29.99), with day-one access to first-party titles like Call of Duty restricted to Ultimate and PC Game Pass. The changes reposition Game Pass as a premium entertainment bundle, omitting a family plan and annual subscription options.
Are Subscription Services Like Xbox's Game Pass Good for Developers? - The Game Fanatics
This article discusses the impact of subscription services like Xbox Game Pass on game developers, questioning whether the benefits for consumers outweigh potential negative effects on creators. It explores how these services influence game accessibility and developer revenue streams, inviting reader discussion on the topic.
The Price of Xbox Game Pass is Going Up - The Game Fanatics
Xbox Game Pass has officially confirmed a price increase for its subscription service, alongside the introduction of a new tier. The article discusses the value proposition of Game Pass for different types of gamers, particularly for those who play a few Xbox console titles annually.
Game Pass Loads Up With A Host Of New Must-Play Games
Xbox Game Pass is adding several new titles in March 2026, including Final Fantasy III, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, and Planet of Lana II. Final Fantasy III and Kingdom Come: Deliverance II will be available on March 3rd for PC Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate subscribers, while Planet of Lana II launches on March 5th as a day-one addition. The service continues to offer a diverse range of genres for its subscribers.
Missing PS Plus Game Quietly Returns to Catalog After 3 Months
A Hat in Time has returned to the PlayStation Plus Extra catalog after being mysteriously removed in December 2025. The game, along with Endless Dungeon, was previously inaccessible to new subscribers due to a suspected PlayStation Store glitch. Other titles like Totally Reliable Delivery Service, Spirit of the North: Enhanced Edition, and Carto remain missing or were removed from 'Last Chance to Play' sections.
Siliconera+ 2 Month Free Trial Added
Siliconera is offering a two-month free trial for its ad-free Siliconera+ subscription service when recurrent payment is enabled. Subscribers receive an ad-free experience, automatic monthly entries into PC game giveaways, and access to surveys for suggesting future content coverage.
PS Plus Premium March 2026 Game Revealed Early
Sony has confirmed that Tekken: Dark Resurrection will be added to the PlayStation Plus Premium classics lineup on March 17, 2026. While primarily announced for PlayStation 5, it is also expected to be available on PlayStation 4. Bandai Namco Entertainment titles typically do not include trophy support.
