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April 16, 2026

FF14 Fanfest will look more into the MMO’s future than you might expect, director Naoki Yoshida teases

The NA Fan Festival in Anaheim is scheduled for April 24-25 and will unveil the title and narrative of the FF14 8.0 expansion. Game director Naoki Yoshida suggests attendees may be surprised by the announcements during his keynote address. The FF14 patch 7.5 is set to release on April 28, shortly after the festival. Yoshida aims to provide insights into the future of FF14 and hints at early gameplay demonstrations during the festival. He describes the Beastmaster as a limited job for solo play and addresses the upcoming ultimate raid, indicating a desire for a grand presentation at Fanfest. The event will be streamed on the official FF14 YouTube and Twitch channels.

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April 8, 2026

Trippy, psychedelic alien shooter ChainStaff shows there are still new ways for games to be ‘retro’

Bumpy Grumpy features a vibrant palette with stark black outlines and flat colors reminiscent of early '80s games, incorporating elements like "SOUND!" and "SCROLLING!" with a modern twist. Shoot 1UP DX captures the essence of a '90s cult classic with colorful lasers and pixel art. ChainStaff, from Mommy's Best Games, transports players to a whimsical world with oversized laser-firing insects and crustaceans, featuring vibrant landscapes and surreal architecture reminiscent of the Commodore Amiga era. Players encounter bizarre creatures such as angry alien pigs with neon hairstyles and colossal butterfly-gun-dragons, creating a psychedelic experience filled with hyper-saturated colors and imaginative designs.

AppWizard

April 8, 2026

Xbox Game Pass additions for April include Hades 2 and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare

Xbox is adding several titles to its Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass offerings in April. Key dates and titles include: - April 7: Final Fantasy IV - April 8: DayZ, Endless Legend 2, FBC: Firebreak, Warhammer Vermintide 2 - April 9: Planet Coaster 2 - April 10: Tiny Bookshop - April 13: Football Manager 26, Football Manager 26 Console - April 14: Hades 2, Replaced, The Thaumaturge - April 16: The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, EA Sports NHL 26 - April 17: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare - April 21: Little Rocket Lab, Sopa: Tale of the Stolen Potato, Vampire Crawlers - April 23: Kiln On April 15, the following titles will be removed from Game Pass: Grand Theft Auto V, Ashen, Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes, My Little Pony: A Zephyr Heights Mystery, and Terra Invicta.

AppWizard

April 8, 2026

Another obscure Final Fantasy game could come to PC with Square Enix “exploring the possibility” of porting Dissidia Duellum

Square Enix is considering a PC release for Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy after its mobile launch. Producer Naoya Matsumoto explained that the game's vertical screen orientation and portrait mode were designed for casual competitive play and one-handed gameplay on smartphones. The mobile gaming sector has faced challenges, with several Final Fantasy mobile games, including World of Final Fantasy: Meli-Melo, Final Fantasy Explorers Force, and Final Fantasy 7 The First Soldier, being discontinued after about a year. Dissidia is currently receiving criticism from fans, raising concerns about its longevity. In a positive update, Final Fantasy 14 has lifted gifting restrictions, allowing players to share items with others.

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April 7, 2026

Final Fantasy Meets Minecraft In New PS5 RPG You Can Play Free Now

Crystal Project is a non-linear JRPG developed by Andrew Willman that combines storytelling from the Final Fantasy universe with gameplay in Minecraft. Players explore a vibrant world, encountering Crystals that unlock various classes and abilities. The game emphasizes player agency, allowing choices to shape the experience, and caters to different playstyles, including combat and crafting. It is currently available for free on PlayStation 5 for a limited time.

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April 3, 2026

The new PC games of April 2026: Pragmata, the next Diablo 4 expansion, and Final Fantasy 14’s big month

In April 2026, the pace of new game releases has slowed compared to March. Notable releases include: - Samson (April 8) - An open-world crime game with a focused narrative. - Mouse: P.I. For Hire (April 16) - A quirky boomer shooter with a 1930s cartoon aesthetic. - Pragmata (April 16) - A Capcom title set in a dystopian future featuring an AI doomsday scenario. - Vampire Crawlers (April 21) - A card game similar to Slay the Spire 2. - Outbound (April 23) - A mobile base-building game focused on exploration and cooperative gameplay. Upcoming events include: - The Triple-I Initiative indie showcase on April 9. - The London Games Festival starting April 13. - The BAFTA Game Awards on April 17. - The Final Fantasy 14 Fan Festival on April 24. Steam sales in April are: - March 30 – April 6: House & Home Fest - April 9 – April 13: Hidden Object Fest - April 20 – April 27: Medieval Fest Early access and full releases include: - Temtem: Swarm (April 2) - Transitions to 1.0 with new features. - Road to Vostok (April 7) - A survival FPS entering early access. - Spark in the Dark (April 7) - A hardcore dungeon crawler in early access. - Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era (April 30) - Launching in early access. Major updates include: - Starfield (April 7) - Free Lanes update and new story DLC. - The Expanse: Osiris Reborn (April 22) - First closed beta test. - Final Fantasy 14 (April 28) - Patch 7.5 launching. - Marathon - Updates expected throughout the month. Additional game releases: - April 1: Breath of Fire 4 (Steam) - April 1: Resident Evil (1996) (Steam) - April 2: Darwin's Paradox (Steam) - April 15: Cleaning Up! (Steam) - April 28: He-Man: Dragon Pearl of Destruction (Steam)

BetaBeacon

March 28, 2026

The Best 13 Android Games You Must Play in 2026

- Monster Hunter Outlanders completed its first round of closed beta testing in 2025 and is one of the most anticipated new mobile games of 2026. - Genshin Impact remains at the top of the free-to-play mobile scene with continuous updates to the story and events. - Honkai: Star Rail is a turn-based RPG with high-end action game polish and style, now available on Android phones and PC. - Destiny: Rising adapts the excellent shooting skills and MMO-style growth system of the console version to the mobile platform. - Goose Goose Duck, a mobile game released in 2026, attracted 5 million players in its first month and offers unique gameplay with a large number of characters. - Among Us is a global sensation in social deduction gaming where players must uncover the impostor among them. - Spaceteam is a local multiplayer game designed for 2 to 8 players to play together by shouting out technical terms to keep the spaceship running. - Chrono Trigger and Castlevania: Symphony of the Night are classic RPGs now available on Android devices. - Gwent: The Witcher Card Game and Hearthstone are deeply strategic card games with rich deck-building options. - Marvel Snap is a fast-paced competition game with Marvel heroes and a three-minute gameplay duration. - Nizhan Future is a sci-fi shooting game developed specifically for mobile platforms with a season-based design and data interoperability between PC and mobile platforms.

AppWizard

March 27, 2026

Steam Drops 4 New Free Games Just In Time For the Weekend

The text highlights four free games available on Steam that stand out for their unique gameplay and narratives. 1. Sylva’s Spirit: An isometric hack-and-slash game where players act as a forest protector, utilizing an elemental affinity system to cleanse a sanctuary. It features a deep progression system. 2. Deckbuilder Fantasy: A strategic game combining turn-based combat and cardplay, offering a full narrative experience without paywalls. Players can refine decks and face challenges in a replayable format. 3. Escape Gaia: Departure: A creature-creation game inspired by Starfox, allowing players to explore a universe with seven races and over 50 creatures. Players can create personalized creatures and command a spaceship to rebuild a damaged planet. 4. Find My Key: A first-person horror-maze game set in ancient Greece, where players must find keys to escape the Labyrinth while avoiding the Minotaur. The game offers multiple difficulty levels for varied enjoyment.

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March 25, 2026

Ranking the 13 Best PC Games Of All Time

Baldur’s Gate 3 is a popular CRPG known for deep character development and engaging narrative, best experienced on PC due to its intricate menus and modding potential. Planescape: Torment is a CRPG set in a unique Dungeons & Dragons universe, recognized for its gripping narrative and unconventional themes. Theme Hospital is a simulation game that humorously parodies the American healthcare system, combining humor with business management challenges. Unreal Tournament 2004 is regarded as the pinnacle of the series, featuring fluid gameplay and intricate maps, although it has become abandonware. Thief: The Dark Project is praised for its dark atmosphere and innovative level design, particularly the iconic Sword level. World of Warcraft captivated the MMO community in the mid-2000s with polished gameplay and continuous content updates, maintaining a robust player base. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is known for its expansive open world and RPG mechanics, with a wealth of mods available on PC to enhance gameplay. Deus Ex is a pioneer of the immersive sim genre, emphasizing player choice and strategic gameplay with intricate level design. The Sims 2 is considered the crowning achievement of The Sims franchise, introducing fully 3D environments and refined gameplay mechanics. Age of Empires II: The Age of Kings is a highly regarded real-time strategy game that has maintained its appeal for nearly three decades, revitalized by the 2019 Definitive Edition. Minecraft is a leading sandbox game known for its limitless creativity and exploration, with applications extending into education and various professional fields. Doom, released in 1993, revolutionized the first-person shooter genre and remains relevant due to its expertly designed levels and engaging gameplay. Half-Life 2 is celebrated for its innovative game design, including physics-based puzzles and a compelling narrative, offering a satisfying experience with additional episodes.

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March 23, 2026

I gave my favorite mini PC an instant upgrade with this eGPU dock

Khadas’ Mind Graphics 2 is a compact device that allows users to upgrade their mini PCs into powerful gaming setups without opening them. It features a proprietary 122-pin Mind Link connector for efficient connections and is equipped with an Nvidia RTX 5060 Ti GPU, enhancing gaming and creative tasks. The device has a CNC unibody aluminum shell that serves as a heat sink, maintaining quiet operation. Weighing six pounds, it is stable on a desk and easy to connect. The setup process involves placing a mini PC on top, engaging a magnetic connection. The Mind Graphics 2 supports high-end gaming, running titles like Skate Style and Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart smoothly. It is priced at ,349 and offers multiple video output ports and integrated speakers. Khadas also provides a standard Mind Dock for those not needing a GPU. Future expansions include the Mind x Play add-on, which will convert a mini PC into a laptop.