Game News Digest

🖥 PC & Steam 25 items

01 PCWindrose pirate game surpasses 1.5 million copies sold in just over two weeks with first content drop confirmed. 02 PCSubnautica 2 early access launches May 14 for PC and Xbox Series X|S at $30, marking Steam's most-wishlisted game's arrival amid publisher drama. 03 PCSubnautica 2 developers emphasize the game is an exploration-first experience expanding on the original's player-driven discovery mechanics. 04 PCSubnautica 2's new apex ocean predator will introduce fresh sources of fear to players, according to the lead designer. 05 PCSubnautica 2 developer Unknown Worlds confirms no generative AI has been used in development despite publisher Krafton's AI-first company ambitions. 06 PCCo-op multiplayer in Subnautica 2 required ground-up rethinking of survival mechanics, making gameplay significantly more difficult to balance. 07 PCRaspberry Pi-based homebrew dongle enables full wireless Sony DualSense controller functionality on PC including haptics with better latency than generic Bluetooth. 08 PCDeveloper allows players to keep classic RPG Wasteland after accidental free giveaway due to technical glitch. 09 PCDeadlock gameplay was successfully explained to Joe Rogan in a six-minute segment, providing clarity on Valve's competitive tactical game. 10 PCHeroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era delivers a brilliant strategy experience that plays as a classic rather than divisive reimagining. 11 PCArc Raiders weapon durability changes puzzle players, especially when gun repair is already considered one of the least enjoyable game aspects. 12 PCArc Raiders players can defeat new robot enemies and avoid combat mechanics to obtain required parts for projects. 13 PCGuide details how to locate Red Coral Jewelry in Arc Raiders as a tricky trinket item. 14 PCArc Raiders players need Moss for the Avian Alarm project available through farming resources. 15 PCArc Raiders players can use best Fertilizer farming methods to complete Avian Alarm projects quickly. 16 PCMicrosoft's new PowerToys tool enables monitor control within Windows, benefiting users with multiple displays. 17 PCSamsung DRAM prices increased 90% quarter-over-quarter as demand fulfillment reaches record lows amid supply constraints. 18 PCPC builders report no light at the tunnel end amid memory crisis hitting hardware costs severely. 19 PCMicrosoft predicts memory crisis will reduce OEM Windows spending, impacting company revenue as costs rise. 20 PCROG Equalizer GPU cable test shows results not as clear-cut as expected despite intended overkill design. 21 PCSamsung confirms no supply chain issues from Middle East conflict to date while adjusting logistics. 22 PCMicrosoft CEO commits to focusing on fundamentals to win back fans and strengthen Windows 11 engagement. 23 PCOpenAI's ChatGPT encountered strange goblin creatures infesting its outputs through unusual technical issues. 24 PCApple reportedly abandoned Vision Pro development, signaling concerning trends for VR industry momentum. 25 PCFinal Fantasy 7 Rebirth Switch 2 demo removes interior decor and background props creating minimalist aesthetic compared to PS5 version.

🎮 Console 25 items

26 ConsoleFinal Fantasy 14 director confirms Nintendo Switch 2 technical performance details and mouse-keyboard control support during FFXIV Fan Fest. 27 Console007: First Light delivers character-focused Bond adventure with charm and wit ahead of May release, positioning it as potential 2026 Game of the Year. 28 ConsoleInvincible VS fighting game provides fresh mechanics reminiscent of Killer Instinct's two-way interactive combo system. 29 ConsoleThe Witcher statue depicting Geralt and Ciri's fireside moment revealed by Dark Horse in exclusive preview. 30 ConsoleHasbro's Ultimate Grogu $599 animatronic features unprecedented detail making it unlike any Star Wars toy previously released. 31 Console007: First Light's PS5 DualSense controller design featuring unusual aesthetic choices explained as deliberate artistic decision by IOI art director. 32 Console007: First Light development with Amazon MGM surprisingly straightforward despite reported James Bond license difficulties in live-action projects. 33 ConsoleThree hours with 007: First Light reveals IO Interactive's design weaknesses in ways unseen since Hitman: Absolution. 34 Console007: First Light dev confirms no generative AI used in development, aligning with Bond thematics of caution toward utopia. 35 ConsoleIO Interactive's 007: First Light hands-on preview suggests it may successfully capture essence of James Bond in video game form. 36 ConsoleNintendo casually adds new story content to Super Mario Galaxy 2 over a decade after original release. 37 ConsoleXbox experiences 33% year-on-year hardware revenue drop; leadership vows recommitment to core fans amid continued financial decline. 38 ConsoleXbox CEO reacts to disappointing period with negative trends expected to continue as Microsoft forecasts further divisional declines. 39 ConsoleFortnite now hides D4vd emotes by default, though fans demand complete content removal from the game. 40 ConsoleFortnite offers special Mandalorian and Grogu Watch Party with 10 minutes of upcoming Star Wars movie screening on May 19. 41 ConsoleFortnite launches new Star Wars modes including Galactic Siege resembling Battlefront gameplay via Unreal Editor for Fortnite. 42 ConsoleLucasfilm exec reveals Fortnite represents the future of Star Wars storytelling through user-generated content potential. 43 ConsoleForza Horizon series features hidden narrative of car versus train rivalry continuing through upcoming Forza Horizon 6. 44 ConsoleApex Legends Season 29 teases cool battle racer mechanic solely for new hero reveal, leaving fans wanting dedicated racing game. 45 ConsoleCall of Duty Season 3 Reloaded launches April 30 with major weapon and scorestreak adjustments plus Zombies map fixes. 46 ConsoleDragon Quest 11 S receives Nintendo Switch 2 rating, potentially giving Square Enix fifth platform port of the RPG. 47 ConsoleSony confirms one-time DRM requirement for newly purchased PlayStation digital games to avoid losing access. 48 ConsoleNaughty Dog's Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet represents different creative direction from Last of Us and Uncharted franchises. 49 ConsoleKrafton's removal from Subnautica 2 Steam page clarified as overblown; developers confirm continued co-publishing partnership. 50 ConsoleXbox Game Pass adds four day-one games closing out April 2026 in rare quadruple-release day.

📱 Mobile 0 items

🎨 Indie 3 items

51 IndieAtomfall post-apocalyptic survival game receives TV adaptation from Two Brothers Pictures, winning Best British Game at 2026 BAFTA Game Awards. 52 IndieAtomfall known as British Fallout now confirmed for television adaptation with 3.7 million players. 53 IndieAtomfall action-survival game receiving TV show adaptation after commercial success and BAFTA recognition.

🏢 Industry 11 items

54 IndustryGaming CEO states industry has been too romantic about employee job security, revealing shift in company strategy. 55 IndustryOpenAI lashes out at Elon Musk claiming billionaire spent years harassing company through baseless lawsuits and public attacks. 56 IndustryFormer Elder Scrolls Online boss Matt Firor discusses death of unrealized MMO Project Blackbird, noting Microsoft's lack of interest. 57 IndustryMatt Firor was developing Fallout Online in 2007 before Interplay went silent, leading him to create Elder Scrolls Online instead. 58 IndustryFormer Elder Scrolls Online boss praises Crimson Desert but considers single-player MMO approach to be cheating. 59 IndustryTake-Two CEO confirms GTA 6 will not feature product placement while noting games aren't expensive as they could be. 60 IndustryTake-Two boss reveals company passed on legacy franchise sequel because developer lacked enthusiasm for the project. 61 IndustryTake-Two CEO wants GTA 6 price to feel reasonable while acknowledging games could cost more in current market. 62 IndustryThe Boys creator Eric Kripke denies involvement in Gen V spinoff cancellation amid fan backlash on social media. 63 IndustryAssassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced emphasizes updated combat doesn't transform game into RPG despite mechanical changes. 64 IndustryTales of Eternia remaster appears on PEGI rating website, revealing unannounced Tales Of project in development.

🏆 Esports 0 items

🎬 Movies & TV 9 items

65 IndustryResident Evil movie trailer from director Zach Cregger receives mixed fan reactions with complaints it doesn't resemble game series. 66 IndustryZach Cregger's Resident Evil film set visit reveals one-ton zombie puppets and video game Easter eggs in survival horror reboot. 67 IndustryResident Evil movie trailer reveals Zach Cregger's fresh vision featuring Austin Abrams in lead role with grotesque character design. 68 IndustryResident Evil trailer from Weapons director Zach Cregger presents bleak, lonely and horrifying vision of the franchise. 69 IndustryZach Cregger's Resident Evil movie trailer echoes Weapons and delivers horror but falls short on iconic lickers. 70 IndustryAndrew Garfield denies speculation he appears in Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer and rejects fan theory about hidden casting. 71 IndustryGina Carano admits she hasn't spoken to Pedro Pascal in over two years after teasing Star Wars return. 72 IndustryAnthony Mackie's $150 million Saudi-funded Desert Warrior action film appears headed toward becoming one of biggest box office flops ever. 73 IndustryStar Wars: Galactic Racer featuring landspeeders and podracers releases October 6 on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.