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April 29, 2026

Steam Controller is incompatible with all your Game Pass games, but a community fix could save the day

Valve has announced the release of the Steam Controller, set to launch on May 4, 2026. The controller is designed to work with anything running Steam but does not support other gaming platforms or launchers. It requires the Steam client to be running for full functionality, including the use of both analog sticks. The controller can operate without the Steam client for basic trackpad and keyboard operations, but features like the Steam on-screen keyboard are only accessible when the client is open. Non-Steam games must be launched through Steam to be played with the controller. The Steam Controller does not natively support console devices such as Xbox, PlayStation, or Nintendo Switch. While there are tools to add non-Steam games to a Steam library, they do not provide Steam Input support. Community initiatives may emerge to extend support for the new controller.

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April 28, 2026

‘Wow, that was quick’: Resident Evil Requiem devs thought it would take 2 weeks to crack the Final Puzzle, but players did it in 4 days

Players of Resident Evil Requiem faced challenges with The Final Puzzle, which involved deciphering a series of numbers linked to celestial symbols. The gaming community solved the puzzle in four days through datamining, surprising even the developers at Capcom. Producer Masato Kumazawa initially doubted the puzzle's solvability. A complex segment included a conveyor belt and grinder sequence requiring a 15-minute wait while avoiding zombies. Players theorized that the goal was to flood the grinder system to bring a doll to the surface. Afterward, players had to return to a hospital bathroom to flush a toilet eight times, linked to a clue involving a dead body with the number eight written in blood. This task was part of the process to flood the system, retrieve the doll, and complete the symbol puzzle for in-game currency rewards.

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April 28, 2026

Valve’s new Steam Controller has a major problem for PC games not on Steam

The new Steam Controller lacks native Windows drivers, making it dependent on the Steam application for functionality. This means it cannot be used effectively with games from other platforms like the Epic Games Store or Xbox Game Pass, as it cannot interface with locked files on Windows 11. Gamers wanting to play titles like Forza Horizon 6 via Game Pass must purchase them directly from Steam to use the controller. While Valve could release standard Windows drivers to address this issue, there is skepticism about their willingness to do so. The gaming community previously developed a tool called GlosSI to enable the original Steam Controller to work with non-Steam applications, and a similar solution may emerge for the new model.

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April 28, 2026

As if Final Fantasy 14’s free trial wasn’t already generous enough, it now includes the best expansion in the entire game

The Final Fantasy 14 free trial now includes the Shadowbringers expansion, allowing players to explore the game up to level 60 and access all races, including bunny boys and hrothgals. This update was announced during the North American Fan Festival and also enables free trial participants to engage in Nier-themed alliance raids.

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April 28, 2026

Nintendo GameCube Gets Surprise Minecraft Alternative In 2026

The Nintendo GameCube is experiencing a resurgence, particularly with the availability of GameCube classics for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers, including Pokémon XD: Gales of Darkness. A creative individual has introduced a legally distinct game from Minecraft for the GameCube, referred to as "Cube game on GameCube," which requires a modded GameCube and the Swiss homebrew tool to play. This game offers a block-based sandbox experience similar to Minecraft, which predates the original Minecraft release by a decade. Players can modify the game to resemble Minecraft, but must provide their own assets. Additionally, the port is compatible with the Dolphin emulator on PC, which has seen enhancements, and can also run on the Nintendo Switch. The gaming community has recently seen an increase in the availability of GameCube titles on PC and Switch, including a port of The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess.

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April 28, 2026

A new Minecraft mob might have leaked thanks to a holiday decoration, and I already love it based on its name alone

Hallmark is set to release a holiday ornament featuring a new character named Blub for Minecraft, available starting October 10. A listing for the "Minecraft Blub Ornament" has appeared on Hallmark's website, generating excitement among fans. Speculation exists that Blub may be linked to the upcoming Minecraft Dungeons 2 or a future update to the main Minecraft game. Fans are sharing creative interpretations of Blub's appearance, with one concept depicting a blue bunny. The gaming community is eager for more information about Blub and its potential role in the Minecraft universe.

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April 27, 2026

Suspected Trump shooter’s game pulled from sale on Steam after flood of meme reviews

Bohrdom, a chemistry and physics simulation game by Cole Allen Thomas, has been removed from sale on Steam following a spike in purchases and reviews linked to Thomas' alleged attempt to assassinate former President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. The game's sudden visibility and the nature of the reviews have raised concerns about compliance with Valve's moderation policies, which have recently shifted towards stricter enforcement. Many reviews show minimal playtime, suggesting potential exploitation of Steam's refund policy.

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April 27, 2026

Ex-Escape From Tarkov devs say their new shooter “won’t be another clone lost in a gray zone,” but don’t want it labeled as an “‘X’ killer”

Rush is Real is an upcoming shooter game developed by Dmitri Ogorodnikov and German Terekhov under Nomion Games, who previously worked on Escape From Tarkov. The game is currently in the prototyping phase and aims to differentiate itself from generic multiplayer experiences by being fast-paced and structured, avoiding slow gameplay typical of extraction shooters or battle royales. It will feature clear objectives and promote player skill, with a design philosophy focused on simplicity and clarity. Rush is Real intends to merge elements from games like Call of Duty and Escape From Tarkov while appealing to a broad audience, balancing casual and hardcore gaming. The development team emphasizes the importance of human creativity in the game's final design, despite the potential use of artificial intelligence in the process.

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April 27, 2026

Cancelled The Last of Us Online director says it was ‘the best multiplayer game’ the team had ever played

The Last of Us Online was canceled, disappointing many fans who anticipated it as a significant addition to the franchise. Former game director Vinit Agarwal called it "the best multiplayer game [the team] ever played," a sentiment shared by many ex-colleagues. Initially intended as a mode for the single-player campaign, the project evolved into a standalone multiplayer spin-off. The cancellation decision arose from a choice between continuing TLOU Online or prioritizing the next game directed by Neil Druckmann. Agarwal learned of the cancellation just 24 hours before the public announcement, describing it as "soul-crushing." He expressed a commitment to ensuring future projects do not go unnoticed. The gaming community is now looking forward to Druckmann's next title, speculated to be Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, with hopes that elements of TLOU's multiplayer experience may eventually return.

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April 27, 2026

Xbox’s 50 Free Games For PC Owners Offer Comes With A Massive Catch

Asha Sharma, the new Head of Gaming at Microsoft, is leading a transformation of the Xbox Game Pass, which includes a 23 percent reduction in subscription price. However, the popular game Call of Duty will no longer be available as a 'day one' title on the service. The restructuring aims to address perceptions that the Ultimate Tier is too expensive and will introduce additional subscription tiers, including a 'Starter Edition' for PC players. This new tier is expected to offer ten hours of cloud gaming monthly and access to over 50 games, but it will not include online multiplayer capabilities, disappointing many players. The changes may reflect a shift in the approach to online multiplayer as cloud gaming becomes more prevalent.