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Collected: 30
Highlights: 29
Window: past 3 days
🖥 PC & Steam 2 items
01 PCValve celebrates April Fool's Day with a functional Steam storefront refresh that improves the storefront's appearance and usability rather than making a joke. 02 PCValve implements a Steam storefront design refresh with hover video playback and improved game discovery directly from the top page.
🎮 Console 9 items
03 ConsoleIGN asks readers about their must-play PlayStation game recommendations. 04 ConsoleDarkplates 2.0 matte black cover replacement for PlayStation 5 Slim is available at 50% off, giving the console a refreshed appearance. 05 ConsoleThe Super Mario Galaxy Movie has achieved the best opening day of 2026 in the US, reaching $34 million and surpassing Project Hail Mary. 06 ConsoleArticle explains the ending and post-credits scenes of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and discusses what's next for Mario on the big screen. 07 ConsolePlayStation Plus will provide Lords of the Fallen and other games including Sword Art Online multi-player action games as April free-play content. 08 ConsoleNintendo is encouraging Switch 2 users to utilize the GameChat voice and video chat features through a new 'Missions & Rewards' event with NSO rewards. 09 ConsoleFormer Nintendo sales executive predicts the Switch 2 will experience a price increase and discusses potential mitigation strategies. 10 ConsoleCall of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Modern Warfare Season 3 launches April 3rd with 5 new multiplayer maps, returning Demolition mode, and free access to the PvE 'Ultimate Battle' mode. 11 ConsoleMinecraft Java Edition receives an April Fool's snapshot that removes the inventory system and places all items directly on the ground.
📱 Mobile 2 items
12 MobileHoYoverse announces a new beta test recruitment for Petit Planet, its first life simulation game, across PC, iOS, and Android platforms. 13 MobileTOMAK: Save the Earth Regeneration, a head-raising dating sim, launches with a limited-time free distribution period on the Epic Games Store.
🎨 Indie 2 items
14 IndieThe Hundred Line receives patch 1.2.0 allowing players to skip directly to 'HUNDRED LINE 2', while adding enemy move animation skip options for improved quality of life. 15 IndieHUNDRED LINE -Final Defense Academy- receives patch 1.2.0 with new gameplay features and comfort improvements for extended play sessions.
🏢 Industry 5 items
16 IndustryBlizzard is hiring for an open-world shooter using Unreal Engine, providing evidence that a new Starcraft game may be in development. 17 IndustryGame developers from 1989 reflect on the 'golden days of computer games' already being over, discussing how the industry's hiring practices and salaries have changed. 18 IndustryNintendo and Pokémon's sub-character summoning battle system patent has been rejected in re-examination by the US Patent Office, which cited lack of patentability in its preliminary decision. 19 IndustryMonster Hunter Outlanders, authorized by CAPCOM and developed by TiMi Studio Group, opens recruitment for its second closed beta test from April 2-22. 20 IndustryWorld of Warcraft: Midnight patch 12.0.5 adds new weapon sheathe transmog customization options to the revamped transmog system.
🏆 Esports & Entertainment 9 items
21 EsportsIGN highlights 11 movies and 1 miniseries about moon missions in response to NASA's Artemis II launch, exploring Hollywood's portrayal of space exploration. 22 EsportsArticle ranks Stephen King's 10 best film and television adaptations among his over 100 total adaptations. 23 EsportsArticle explains the various lightsaber colors in Star Wars and their meanings within the franchise. 24 EsportsOne Piece article ranks 6 characters who surpassed Rocks D. Xebec, a powerful pirate from the anime series. 25 EsportsArticle discusses 6 open-world games with cities that have realistic design and lore integration. 26 EsportsCrimson Desert guide provides step-by-step solutions for all Witchwoods mysterious energy puzzles and Abyss Artifact locations. 27 EsportsOne Piece is introducing a new Devil Fruit user to the Elbaph arc as the endgame villain enters the war. 28 EsportsPokémon Champions makes a contextual change to super-effective attacks that some players find interesting ahead of the game's launch. 29 EsportsDandadan Season 2 Blu-ray collector's edition preorders are now available, releasing June 30 for $65.
📝 Daily Summary
The week's gaming news spans multiple platforms with notable console releases including The Super Mario Galaxy Movie breaking box office records and Call of Duty Season 3 updates. PC gaming highlights Steam's functional April Fool's refresh and continued industry activity around Blizzard's potential new Starcraft project. Mobile and indie segments feature new game announcements and quality-of-life updates, while industry news covers patent rejections, hiring initiatives, and developer retrospectives. Entertainment content roundup includes adaptations of Stephen King properties, Star Wars lore, and anime merchandise preorders.
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