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March 3, 2026

Two Major Upcoming PC Games Confirmed as Steam Deck Verified

Two upcoming PC titles, Slay the Spire 2 and Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, have received Steam Deck Verified status. Slay the Spire 2 will launch on March 5 via Steam Early Access, and developer MegaCrit aims for it to maintain this status at launch, although it is already functional on the Steam Deck. The original Slay the Spire sold millions of copies and has an 89 Metacritic score and a 97% approval rating on Steam. Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is set to release on March 12 and has confirmed its Steam Deck Verified status. The first Monster Hunter Stories has a Metacritic score of 79, while its sequel scored 82.

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March 2, 2026

This week in PC games: Marathon, Slay The Spire 2, a promising Disco-like RPG and a monastic garden mystery

This week features a variety of new PC game releases, including: - The Abbess' Garden: A life simulation game set in the 17th century where players restore a botanical sanctuary. - Sad God: A game where players navigate a shaft filled with threats to reach the surface before lava engulfs them. - The Legend of Khiimori: An open-world courier game set in 13th-century Mongolia, now in early access. - Esoteric Ebb: A single-player CRPG where players investigate an explosion at a teashop during an election. - Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered: A remaster of the classic title focusing on narrative and choice. - Humanica: A city-building game where players can edit the landscape of their prehistoric city. - Luxman Moonlit Market: A night market simulation game with a unique art style. - Scott Pilgrim EX: A side-scrolling brawler based on the Canadian comic book series. - Slay the Spire 2: The sequel to the roguelite deckbuilder, now in early access. - Card Cultivation: A game combining elements of Cultist Simulator with Chinese mythology. - Planet of Lana II: A puzzle-platformer where players save a cyborg world alongside a kid and their pet. - Age of Barbarians Chronicles: An action game with a sword-and-sorcery theme. - Here Comes The Swarm: An early access survival RTS where players fend off gigabeetles. - Marathon: Bungie's reboot of the classic FPS set in a rich lore universe. - Ratcheter DX: An adventure game challenging players to escape a sunken ice base. - Mr. Peregrino: A game set in the 19th century where players manage food supplies while escorting pilgrims. - Over The Top: WW1: A game where players experience the frontlines of World War I. - Aethus: A game where players investigate a lost science expedition on a desert world. - Post-Apocalyptic Technician: Players repair Stroggs as an underground technician. - Frog Abundance: An exploration game centered around frogs in various time periods. Team members at RPS express interest in different titles, with Ollie favoring Marathon, James interested in Planet of Lana, Mark leaning towards automotive adventures, and Julian considering writing about Slay the Spire 2.

AppWizard

March 2, 2026

Sony Will Reportedly Lessen the Number of Games It Brings to PC Moving Forward

Sony's strategy for porting PlayStation exclusives to PC is shifting, with a potential move towards keeping single-player titles exclusive to consoles for longer periods. The focus may now be on live service games rather than traditional single-player experiences. While Sony continues to port select titles to PC, player engagement data shows mixed results; games like Horizon Zero Dawn, Spider-Man Remastered, and Ghost of Tsushima achieved high peak concurrent players, while others like Horizon Forbidden West and Last of Us Part II had lower peaks. HellDivers 2 has outperformed other titles in Sony's PC offerings. Sony's relationship with the PC gaming community has been strained due to initial registration requirements for the PlayStation Network, which were later reversed. Upcoming console exclusives, such as Marvel’s Wolverine, suggest Sony may prioritize hardware sales over PC releases.

AppWizard

March 1, 2026

You’ve never heard of it, but a Russian studio made a fantasy take on original Fallout way back in 2001, and it honestly kind of rules

GoldenLand is a PC game set in a fantasy world inspired by Russian folklore, featuring characters like Belobog and Drah-Shu, and a protagonist named Gromoboy, a bogatyr from Russian legend. The game draws inspiration from classics such as Baldur's Gate and Fallout, allowing character creation with familiar classes and a strategic combat system based on action points. Players experience a leveling system with perks, though the game has some rough mechanics and animations. Despite budget limitations, the developers infused the game with passion and authenticity, highlighting the potential for more culturally diverse CRPGs in the gaming landscape.

BetaBeacon

March 1, 2026

Android Steam Deck : Lenovo Legion Y9 Turns into Android PC Gaming Handheld

The Lenovo Legion Y9 (2025 model) combines high-end hardware, including the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and 16GB of RAM, with the Lenovo G9 controller to deliver a versatile Android-based handheld gaming experience.

AppWizard

February 26, 2026

After getting Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora on PC Game Pass, unlocking its ‘Unobtanium’ max graphics mode, and then upgrading those stunning visuals even more with mods, I’m convinced this is the ‘But can it run Crysis?’ FPS PC gamers should install today

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora is available for PC Game Pass subscribers and is considered Ubisoft's best open-world game in years. It features impressive graphics, enhanced by Ubisoft's Snowdrop engine, and includes a mode called 'Unobtanium' that challenges current hardware capabilities. To achieve 4K at 60fps with this mode, a powerful system is necessary. The game has undergone improvements and now includes a third-person mode, along with expansions like From the Ashes, which adds new characters and gameplay refinements. Despite initial technical issues, it is regarded as a solid first-person shooter and a benchmark for PC gaming setups.

BetaBeacon

February 25, 2026

Ball x Pit will land on iOS and Android on March 12

Ball x Pit, a roguelite game, is coming to mobile devices on March 12 with a free trial and in-app purchase to unlock the full game. The game involves finding synergies between characters, abilities, and balls to defeat enemies. Players collect blueprints and resources to reconstruct a town, unlocking new characters and abilities. The game is available on multiple platforms and has touch controls for mobile devices.

AppWizard

February 25, 2026

Microsoft Is Allegedly Considering Adding WoW/Minecraft Realms/Fallout 1st/ESO Plus to Game Pass Ultimate

Discussions are ongoing about enhancing the value of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, especially following a price adjustment effective October 1, 2025. Many gamers are concerned about the service's worth despite including offerings like Fortnite Crew and Ubisoft+ Classics. Microsoft is considering adding first-party services such as World of Warcraft, Minecraft Realms, Fallout 1st, and Elder Scrolls Online Plus to the Game Pass Ultimate package. Current subscription offerings include: - Xbox Game Pass Ultimate: .99/month, includes Xbox + PC Game Pass library, online multiplayer, EA Play, cloud gaming, Fortnite Crew, Ubisoft+ Classics. - World of Warcraft: .99/month, access to all WoW retail + Classic content (latest expansion excluded). - Minecraft Realms Plus: .99/month, private server for up to 10 players, 150+ rotating Marketplace content packs. - Fallout 1st: .99/month, private world for up to 8 players, Scrapbox, Survival Tent, 1,650 Atoms/month, exclusive cosmetics. - ESO Plus: .99/month, includes all previously released DLC game packs and dungeons, Craft Bag, 1,650 Crowns/month, double bank space, premium tokens, increased transmute crystal cap, housing furnishing limit increases. Microsoft will need to conduct an economic analysis to determine the feasibility of these potential additions.

AppWizard

February 24, 2026

New $17 PC Game Bundle Contains 7 Top Tier Boomer Shooters

A new digital charity bundle features a collection of retro-inspired first-person shooters, known as "boomer shooters," including titles like Selaco, Cultic, and Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun. The bundle is priced at a remarkable value and will be available until March 10. The complete lineup includes: - Selaco - I Am Your Beast - Mullet Madjack - Beyond Citadel - Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun - Incision - Cultic The bundle supports marine conservation efforts focused on the protection of whales and dolphins.

AppWizard

February 24, 2026

The impact of the Fallout series on Fallout PC game sales from 2024-2026

On February 24, 2026, G2A.com released an analysis on the Fallout franchise's television series and its impact on PC game sales. Key findings include: - Sales stabilized at a higher baseline in 2025 following an initial surge from Season 1 in April 2024. - Sales volume increased by 78% in the month before Season 2 premiered, demonstrating the 'Halo Effect.' - Interest in the franchise remained significantly higher than early 2024 levels even between seasons. - 'Complete' variants of games accounted for over 60% of total franchise orders on G2A. - Fallout: New Vegas Ultimate Edition saw a 12.5% increase in market share during Season 2 compared to Season 1. - Interest in classic titles like the Fallout Classic Collection and Fallout 2 remained consistent. The analysis included sales data for various Fallout titles and their editions.