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March 31, 2026

The March Windows 11 Insider Update adds 9 fresh features and improvements worth knowing

- Microsoft has introduced several enhancements for Windows 11 through its Windows Insider Program, including previews for versions 25H2, 26H1, 26H2, and anticipated version 27H2. - The Pointer Indicator feature, starting with build 26300.8085, helps users with low vision locate the mouse pointer by overlaying a crosshair effect and offers customizable color options. - A redesigned Feedback Hub app aligns with Windows 11 aesthetics and improves user experience for feedback submission, including Bluetooth LE Audio device connections and main volume controls in Quick Settings. - The File Explorer context menu now displays application icons alongside the "Open" option for certain file types, available in the Canary Channel with build 28020.1743. - The Administrator Protection feature, introduced in builds 26300.8142 and 26220.8138, prompts an authorization dialog for unsigned or untrusted applications seeking privilege elevation, enhancing security. - Windows 11 now allows customization of the right-click zone size on touchpads, available under Settings > Bluetooth & Devices > Touchpad, for touchpads with a pressable surface. - Task Manager updates include new columns for "NPU" and "NPU Engine" on various pages, as well as columns for "NPU Dedicated Memory" and "NPU Shared Memory" on the Details page. - A new icon in printer settings indicates which printers support Windows Protected Print mode, enhancing printing security. - The Windows Console is undergoing significant changes, merging improvements from Windows Terminal, including an optional Direct3D rendering path and enhanced Find dialog functionality.

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March 31, 2026

The Slay the Spire board game is getting an expansion based on one of the PC game’s most popular mods

Contention Games has launched a Kickstarter campaign for a new expansion of the Slay the Spire board game, titled Downfall, which is inspired by a popular user-created mod. The expansion allows players to play as villains like the Slime Boss, Hexaghost, and Guardian, each with unique player boards, cards, and miniatures. The Kickstarter offers various backing options, starting with the Downfall expansion at a base price, a collector's edition for , and a bundled option with the base game for . The campaign will run until April 8th, and the base game has been available in stores since its release.

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March 30, 2026

Tiny Empires codes March 2026

Players in Tiny Empires can use special codes to unlock free items that help grow their city. The current codes include: - SECRETSHOPCODE: grants three Super Farms - 1MILVISITS: provides two Super Farms - UPDATE2: offers two Super Farms - Update1: rewards one Super Farm - Release: includes one Super Farm and 5,000 gold To redeem codes, players need to launch the game, click on the store icon, enter the code in the code box, and hit enter. Codes are provided by the developer, Factory Limited, and can typically be found on the developer's Discord server. Some codes may not work if they are expired or invalid, but the listed codes are currently functional.

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March 30, 2026

Solasta 2 has an impossible act to follow, but I’m hooked on its D&D roadtrip vibes

Solasta 2 is an Early Access sequel developed by Tactical Adventures, designed to be faithful to the tabletop D&D experience. The game emphasizes mechanics over narrative, featuring a hex-grid map and a party of four adopted siblings. Players engage in exploration and combat, with a variety of environmental factors influencing decisions. The combat system allows for both ranged and melee attacks, and events often require ability checks or dice rolls. Character creation is limited to four ancestries and six classes, with some animation issues present. The early hours of the game feel somewhat linear, with limited choices, but a roadmap for future updates is in place. Estimated playtime for Act One is 10-15 hours, though players may exceed this as they explore.

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March 29, 2026

Star Wars Zero Company director has ‘an axe to grind’ with turn-based tactics, says fans don’t have to settle for no story, crummy graphics, and clunky controls: ‘Depth doesn’t cost you elegance’

Greg Foertsch, the creative director of Star Wars: Zero Company, believes that a compelling narrative is essential for tactics games, challenging the idea that they can succeed solely on strategic gameplay. He emphasizes that tactics games can successfully combine engaging narratives with strategic depth, as demonstrated in his previous work on Marvel's Midnight Suns. Foertsch aims to redefine expectations in the genre by delivering a game that excels in both storytelling and visual appeal.

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March 29, 2026

New Crimson Desert update makes everything feel better and adds five magnificent mounts

A significant update for Crimson Desert has been released, introducing five new mounts: the White Bear, Silver Fang, Snowwhite Deer, Rock Tusk Warthog, and Icicle Edge Alpine Ibex. The update includes enhancements to gameplay, such as improved movement controls, optimized stamina consumption, and adjustments to aerial abilities. Accessibility features have been added, including expanded interaction ranges, smoother object interactions, and a more intuitive inventory system. Quality of life improvements include changes to criminal actions affecting contribution scores, better pet behavior, efficiency upgrades to buildings and tools, and enhancements to fast travel and respawn loading times. The patch is available on Steam for PC and Mac, with plans for release on the Epic Games Store.

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March 29, 2026

Everwind (Early Access)

Everwind is currently available in Early Access and is still in development. The game features a unique world generation and begins with players on a tutorial tower that introduces game mechanics. Players are tasked with building an airship by gathering resources and crafting while facing minor threats like skeletons. Combat includes parrying mechanics and an RPG-style upgrade tree, although the enemy AI is lacking. The game includes whimsical inhabitants like capybaras, wild boars, and pheasants. Players can explore various islands, including sky islands, and must upgrade their airship to access them. The game allows item recovery after death, adding strategic elements. While it offers freedom in gameplay, the overarching narrative may feel lacking. Visually, Everwind has a blocky aesthetic similar to Minecraft but suffers from a dull color palette and character designs. It includes some graphical enhancements, though these may cause lag. Despite its limitations, Everwind shows potential for growth in the survival genre.

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March 28, 2026

Sintopia, the management sim that smashes together Dungeon Keeper and Black & White, will stand before Steam’s pearly gates for judgment in April

In recent years, the genre of god games has declined, while city-builders and management simulations have become more popular. Peter Molyneux has returned with a new game called Masters of Albion, but early impressions suggest it may not meet expectations. A new project, Sintopia, is set to launch in mid-April and aims to revive the spirit of classic games like Dungeon Keeper and Black & White. Sintopia is a hybrid of management simulation and god game, published by Team 17. Initial impressions indicate a wealth of possibilities, with players able to engage in activities such as assassinating kings, fending off rogue factions, and navigating apocalyptic scenarios. The release date is April 16, and there is growing anticipation for its potential success in the genre.

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March 28, 2026

Borderlands 4’s Mad Ellie expansion plummets into the red as players reject $30 price tag

Anticipation for the first story expansion of Borderlands 4 is high, particularly due to the enjoyable base game experience. The expansion features characters like Ellie and introduces a new playable character, C4SH, a robotic gambler. Players will join forces with Moxxi's daughter and Ellie to confront a cosmic threat in the new region, Whispering Glacier, while seeking an alien monolith and exploring the Vault of the Damned. C4SH has unique abilities that enhance gameplay, including building 'Fortune' stacks and using various action skills. However, the expansion has received 'mostly negative' reviews on Steam, with only 33% of reviewers rating it positively, largely due to its pricing. The expansion is priced at .99 / £26.99, which many players feel is too high for the content offered, especially when compared to other games that provide more substantial gameplay for similar prices. The bundling of the new character with the story content has also contributed to dissatisfaction, as not all players may be interested in both elements. The expansion is available on Steam and included in the Super Deluxe Edition bundle.

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March 28, 2026

5 Games To Play This Weekend: PC Stealth Game, Train Sim & More

The gaming community is buzzing with excitement due to a free PC port announcement for Animal Crossing and a deadline for Nintendo gamers to access a new feature on the Switch 2 before it becomes paid. Kate is playing Pokémon Pokopia, investing nearly 50 hours into the game, which she finds meditative. Olly is revisiting Thief: The Dark Project, a classic stealth game from 1998, expressing a desire for a remaster. Sam is enjoying Thomas and Friends: Wonders of Sodor, a nostalgic train simulation game. Rich's weekend gaming includes WWE 2K26 and EA Sports FC 26, with spontaneous choices for other games. Sara is looking forward to Life is Strange: Reunion, which concludes Max and Chloe's story.