Street Fighter 6 DLC character Ingrid will launch on May 28, as announced by Capcom. Ingrid, who first appeared in Capcom Fighting Evolution in 2004, brings new abilities including Sun Crests, Sun Shot, and various Super Arts.
Pearl Abyss has released a significant update (1.04.00) for Crimson Desert, introducing adjustable difficulty settings in response to player feedback. The new options include Easy, Normal, and Hard modes, each altering gameplay mechanics such as damage taken, enemy behavior, and combat timing.
Shigeru Miyamoto expressed surprise at the negative critical reception of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, noting it was harsher than the first film. He acknowledged some valid criticisms of the original but expected better for the sequel.
007 First Light has released a new trailer showcasing gameplay features centered around the ‘Rules of Spycraft’. Players will engage in stealth tactics, utilize gadgets like the Q-Lens and Dart Phone, and improvise using the environment.
Troy Baker, the voice of Joel in The Last of Us, believes the character will return in future projects despite his story seeming complete. He praises the HBO adaptation for reaching new audiences and commends Pedro Pascal's portrayal.
Poncle, the developer of Vampire Survivors, is working on over 15 games, including spin-offs, original IPs, and collaborations with established franchises like Warhammer 40k.
Shigeru Miyamoto stated that Princess Peach's backstory revealed in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, where she and Rosalina are sisters, may become official canon in future games.
Publisher Bandai Namco and developer Rebel Wolves will host The Blood of Dawnwalker “Road to Launch” event on April 28 at 9:00 a.m. PT / 12:00 p.m. ET, available on YouTube and Twitch.
The beta for *The Expanse: Osiris Reborn* reveals a game that struggles to capture the essence of its source material. Set alongside the TV show's first season, it features a linear exploration of a spacebase with combat reminiscent of *Mass Effect*.
A&R Atelier has announced Ecco the Dolphin: Complete, a remaster collection featuring all versions of Ecco the Dolphin and Ecco: The Tides of Time, along with a new game that modernizes the franchise. The remaster is developed by original team members, including creator Ed Annunziata.
Two customers are suing Nintendo in a proposed class action to obtain tariff refunds, claiming the company should pass on money it may receive from the U.S. government. The lawsuit follows a Supreme Court ruling deeming certain tariffs unconstitutional.
Ubisoft has officially canceled its in-development game Alterra, a social-sim inspired by Animal Crossing, after nearly three years of development at Ubisoft Montreal.
Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred concludes the Age of Hatred saga with a gripping narrative and introduces new classes, Warlock and Paladin, alongside the Skovos region.
Microsoft has reduced the price of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate from $29.99 to $22.99 per month and PC Game Pass from $16.49 to $13.99. UK prices have also dropped accordingly.
Helldivers 2's latest Warbond, titled The Exo Experts, launches on April 28. It introduces new Exosuits, including the EXO-51 Lumberer with an anti-tank cannon and flamethrower, and the EXO-55 Breakthrough featuring a flak cannon.
Starfield has become the best-selling video game in the US for the first time in nearly three years, according to an analyst report. This achievement comes despite criticisms regarding Bethesda's problematic PS5 port of the RPG.
Unionized employees at Build A Rocket Boy (BARB) have filed legal action over alleged data privacy violations linked to the installation of surveillance software, Teramind, on work devices.
Splatoon Raiders will launch on Switch 2 on July 23, 2026, priced at £41.99 / $49.99 digitally. Players will assume the role of the Mechanic, exploring the Spirhalite Islands with the Deep Cut Trio from Splatoon 3, battling familiar creatures and crafting weapons.
Sanrio Games has announced Sanrio Party Land, a party game for Switch 2 and Switch, set to release this fall worldwide. Players can create avatars and engage in mini-games and board games featuring various Sanrio characters. Additional details will be revealed later.
Fallout: New Vegas designer expresses skepticism about the possibility of an Oblivion-style remaster, stating that Bethesda may lack the necessary engineering expertise.
Ball x Pit's second free content update, titled The Shadow Update, will be released on April 27 for PS5. This update introduces two new characters, eleven new balls with unique abilities, four new passive skills, and a new building called the Guildhall for re-rolling character upgrades.
Toei Company has launched Toei Games, an in-house game publishing brand, aiming to release new intellectual properties starting in 2026, primarily on PC via Steam, with future plans for consoles like PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch. The first title will be announced on April 24.
PS5 players in the UK and Ireland will soon need to verify their age to access communication features like messaging and voice chat, as part of compliance with new regulations. Notifications have been sent out, indicating that verification will be required later this year.
BAFTA pulled the trailer for Silver Script Games' upcoming title, The Quiet Things, due to concerns over sensitive content related to childhood trauma. Despite revisions made to address previous feedback, BAFTA stated they could not adequately warn guests about potential triggers.
Nintendo has opened a new pop-up store, the 'Nintendo Experience Zone,' within the Argos store on Tottenham Court Road in London. This store will operate for several months and features consoles, games, and exclusive merchandise previously available only online or at a now-closed pop-up.
Xbox has announced a limited edition Forza Horizon 6 wireless controller and headset, set for release on May 19, coinciding with the game's launch on Xbox Series X/S and PC.
IGN and ID@Xbox will host a showcase on April 23, 2026, featuring indie games for Xbox and PC, including Mistfall Hunter, There Are No Ghosts at the Grand, Aphelion, and Solo Leveling Arise Overdrive. The event starts at 10am PT / 1pm ET / 5pm GMT, and will include exclusive trailers and gameplay.
Principal photography for The Legend of Zelda movie has concluded, with a release date set for May 7, 2027. Director of Photography Gyula Pados shared a now-deleted Instagram post featuring a clipboard that showcased an image of Link next to the Triforce.
A free update for Nioh 3 will be released on April 27, adding multiple high-difficulty Battle Scrolls, new skills as rewards, and the Stone of Penance, which enhances accessory values at higher difficulties.
Charlie Cox, who voices Gustave in the JRPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, recently admitted he has only played a portion of the game, specifically the introductory area. He noted the game's storytelling differs significantly from the titles he grew up with, like Goldeneye and Mario Kart.