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March 5, 2026

Two Borderlands Games Now Available for Free for Some

Two titles from the Borderlands franchise are available for free for PC gamers with an Epic Games Store account and an Amazon Prime subscription. The titles are: 1. Tiny Tina’s Assault on Dragon Keep: A Wonderlands One-shot Adventure - Available until June 3 2. Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands - Available until May 6 An Amazon Prime subscription is required to download the games, but it is not needed to maintain access once claimed. Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands was released in 2022 and has a Metacritic score of 77, offering 15 to 55 hours of gameplay. Tiny Tina’s Assault on Dragon Keep: A Wonderlands One-shot Adventure was originally launched in 2012, has a Metacritic score of 87, and offers 6 to 40 hours of gameplay.

AppWizard

March 5, 2026

The next Xbox is codenamed Project Helix, will run PC games

Asha Sharma, the newly appointed head of Xbox, announced that the upcoming console is codenamed Project Helix, which will prioritize performance for seamless gameplay across Xbox and PC platforms. The design may resemble a ROG Xbox Ally rather than a traditional gaming console. Sharma will engage with partners and studios at the upcoming Game Developers Conference (GDC). Details about the release date and pricing are not yet available, and industry-wide shortages of RAM and SSDs may complicate the timeline for the console.

AppWizard

March 5, 2026

Minecraft Experience | Asia debut at Mandai Singapore

Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue will debut in Asia at Green Canvas within the Mandai Wildlife Reserve from 24 April to 13 September 2026. This immersive experience has previously launched in Dallas, London, and Toronto and invites participants to save a village from a zombie siege through eight interactive rooms. The experience includes large-scale projections, theatrical sets, motion-tracking gameplay, and storytelling, with participants using a unique "Orb of Interaction." After completing the quest, players can visit the Trading Post for keepsakes and earn an in-game cape. Developed by Supply + Demand in collaboration with Microsoft and Mojang Studios, this event capitalizes on Minecraft's popularity, with over 300 million copies sold worldwide. Merlin Entertainments announced plans for additional location-based entertainment experiences inspired by Minecraft, expected to open between 2026 and 2027.

BetaBeacon

March 5, 2026

Excerion Sun LLC Launches Hi Stakes Market Game on iOS and Android

- Hi Stakes Market Game operates on a persistent online market with modeled market dynamics. - The platform supports a variety of simulated instruments and order types. - Price movements are driven by stochastic modeling and supply-and-demand mechanics. - AI-driven market events and sentiment shifts influence asset behavior. - Players can complete objectives for reputation and rewards. - In-game credits can be used for giveaways for physical prizes. - Multiplayer interaction allows players to observe, discuss, and contest strategies. - The game is available for free download on mobile platforms and major app stores.

AppWizard

March 5, 2026

Control Resonant is far more of an RPG than I expected, complete with talent trees, stats screens, and build-crafting that wouldn’t feel out of place in a Diablo game

Control Resonant features a new protagonist, a different environment, and shifts from gunplay to melee combat, incorporating RPG mechanics. Players can customize their experience in a hub called The Gap, where they refine combat builds. The combat system allows players to charge supernatural abilities through weapon attacks, creating a cycle of attack and power accumulation. Customization includes a shape-shifting weapon, Aberrant, which offers various forms for different playstyles. Players can equip abilities gained from defeating bosses and utilize extensive talent trees for enhancements. The game includes diverse monsters and aims to provide varied combat experiences, drawing inspiration from action titles like Devil May Cry.

BetaBeacon

March 5, 2026

Resident Evil Requiem runs at up to 100 FPS on an Android flagship via PC emulation

The Red Magic 11 Pro smartphone showed smooth performance in indoor areas of Resident Evil Requiem, reaching 60-70 FPS and even up to 100 FPS in enclosed spaces. However, outdoor sections with more action and detail dropped to 40-45 FPS. The device's 16 GB of RAM was crucial for running modern PC titles through emulation. The Red Magic 11 Pro is not a replacement for handheld PCs but highlights advancements in ARM-based devices and potential for future gaming platforms.

AppWizard

March 5, 2026

After planning 2 more paid acts, narrative scifi power-washer Ambrosia Sky is instead finishing its story in one free update to ‘maximize’ its focus on what players loved: ‘People got in on that sapphic yearning right away’

Ambrosia Sky: Act One was released in November 2025, featuring Dalia, a researcher in a decaying space station. Developer Soft Rains initially planned a trilogy but will now conclude Dalia's story in a free update, Ambrosia Sky: Act Two, set for release later this year. Act Two will resolve the mysteries from Act One and introduce new mission locations, exo-fungus to harvest, and an updated progression system. The decision to streamline the narrative was influenced by player feedback. Act One is available on Steam, and owners will receive Act Two for free. After Act Two's release, the game's price will increase for new players. A 15% discount on Act One is available until March 13.

AppWizard

March 5, 2026

The devs on Deus Ex: Invisible War knew its most-hated part was a ‘terrible idea,’ and they give the director ‘sh*t about it all the time’

The author bio on the website stated that Deus Ex: Invisible War was considered good, despite criticism, particularly regarding its universal ammo system. This system allowed all weapons to draw from a single pool of ammunition, which frustrated players. Lead designer Ricardo Bare criticized the decision, while director Harvey Smith explained that the intention was to address players' tendency to use only a few weapons. Smith acknowledged the backlash and expressed a sense of acceptance regarding the game's reception over time.

AppWizard

March 5, 2026

Pokemon Pokopia features a riff on Minecraft’s iconic Redstone system, and fans are already dreaming up the possibilities: “This is like super advanced”

Pokopia features innovative gameplay mechanics that allow for complex building tasks similar to Minecraft's Redstone system. The game's director, Takuto Edagawa, demonstrated a mechanism that activates lights, waterfalls, and neon LEDs through a motion-sensing system. This has led to comparisons with Minecraft among fans, who note the advanced level of customization in Pokopia. Additionally, a developer tour showcased a moving minecart that activated note blocks to create melodies, further emphasizing the game's Minecraft-inspired elements. Pokopia is highly anticipated, tying for the highest-rated title in the Pokémon series on Metacritic.

AppWizard

March 4, 2026

WWE NXT Champ Joe Hendry (and Steam Deck fan) tells us his favorite game — and the surreal experience of being included in WWE 2K26

WWE Superstar and NXT Champion Joe Hendry made a surprise appearance at Wrestlemania 41 as the TNA Champion, accepting an open challenge from Randy Orton. He is featured as the pre-order bonus character for WWE 2K26. The game introduces a MyRise campaign story mode and new match types, including the Inferno fire match. Hendry owns a Steam Deck, PC, Xbox, and PS5, and has a passion for city-building games and classic titles like Warcraft 3 and Final Fantasy 7. WWE 2K26 is set to launch on March 13, 2026, for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.