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Greetings, Operators. This weekend, we are putting our Battle Royale mechanics to the ultimate test. Starting March 6 at 12:00 UTC (7:00 AM EST / 4:00 AM PST) and running through March 9, Battle Royale Solos will be featured in the Battlefield Labs section of the live game. To participate, simply launch Battlefield 6 and...

February concluded with a commemorative Pokémon Presents broadcast, celebrating three decades of the global phenomenon. While the stream showcased the future of the franchise with the reveal of Pokémon Winds and Waves—featuring some particularly charming new starters—it also catered to nostalgia. For the first time, the Nintendo Switch and its successor received authentic ports of...

A fundamental pillar of the extraction shooter genre is the steady progression of one’s personal arsenal and the accumulation of high-value gear. Yet, Marathon is currently grappling with a design flaw that has long frustrated veterans of Escape From Tarkov and Arc Raiders: a chronically insufficient inventory capacity. Image: Bungie via Polygon In the world...

Image: Nintendo, Illumination Nintendo has scheduled a dedicated Nintendo Direct presentation for Monday, March 9—the eve of the annual Mario Day festivities. While the showcase is set to debut the final theatrical trailer for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, the legendary developer surprised fans early this Friday. In an unexpected reveal, Nintendo unveiled the film’s...

Servers for Highguard, which launched only this past January, are scheduled to go dark on March 14. Wildlight Entertainment has officially confirmed that Highguard will be permanently shuttered, with service termination set for March 14. This move adds the title to the growing list of short-lived live-service casualties, drawing parallels to Sony’s Concord, which was...

Certain elements from previous installments could undergo substantial enhancement in the next chapter of the series. A former Rockstar Games veteran, whose portfolio includes work on GTA IV, GTA V, and the Red Dead Redemption franchise, recently sat down for an interview with Kiwi Talkz. During the conversation, he shed light on the studio’s meticulous...

The development team has unexpectedly found themselves embroiled in a “surveillance” controversy. Embark Studios, the creators of Arc Raiders, have faced mounting scrutiny recently. The issue traces back to a promotional event in March, where players were required to link their Discord accounts with their Embark Studios profiles to claim an exclusive in-game reward. A...

Anticipation for the latest installment in the franchise has reached a fever pitch. Collectors looking to secure a physical console copy of Resident Evil Requiem have encountered a significant obstacle. An unprecedented surge in demand has caused physical stock to vanish from retail shelves almost instantly. This shortage has naturally attracted the attention of opportunistic...

Image: Samuel Goldwyn Apocalyptic stakes and high-octane thrills dominate the digital landscape this week. On Netflix, a routine U.S. Army Ranger exercise transforms into a fight for survival in War Machine, where Alan Ritchson faces off against a lethal, Metal Gear-inspired mechanical predator. Meanwhile, over on VOD, the horror-comedy Cold Storage pairs Liam Neeson with...

It is time to once again delve into the shadows of Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, as cosplayers Arshie Nero and Neuromantica step into the roles of the titular Rogue Trader and the lethal Death Cult Assassin, Kibellah. Photographer Elena Vesania invites fans of the craft to immerse themselves in the grim and unforgiving universe of...

The loyal sons of the Great Khan have reason to celebrate, as JoyToy has released a cinematic teaser showcasing their latest additions to the Warhammer: The Horus Heresy line. The new lineup features the formidable White Scars Contemptor Dreadnought alongside legendary figures Qin Sa and Hibou Khan. JoyToy continues to expand its tribute to the...

A concise roundup of the most significant developments in the global entertainment industry over the past 24 hours. Microsoft’s next-gen Xbox, reportedly codenamed “Project Helix,” is rumored to feature native support for PC games. Escape from Tarkov undergoes a technical overhaul, delivering faster raid transitions and menu navigation alongside the integration of DLSS 4.5. The...

Marathon launched yesterday across multiple platforms, including Steam. While Bungie’s new shooter enjoyed a respectable debut, it didn’t quite manage to become the day’s most-played new title. Unexpectedly, the top spot was claimed by Slay the Spire 2. Released in Early Access, the sequel immediately drew a massive crowd. Steam statistics show that Marathon peaked...