Gaming News – March 27th

Overwatch 2

GOATS is returning with the latest iteration of Overwatch Classic.

Experience the sustain-based gameplay of the GOATS Meta, where teams form with three supports and three tanks to engage the enemy. Success depends on effective resource management and Ult economy.

Whether familiar with GOATS from its peak or experiencing it for the first time, players have the opportunity to engage in this team play strategy. Players can utilize Brigitte for armor and stuns, build Moira’s Coalescence swiftly, and execute Earthshatters with Reinhardt. This mode emphasizes strategic brawling over aim training.

The LE SSERAFIM x Overwatch collaboration introduces five new Legendary skins that feature street style elements. These skins include FEARLESS Mercy, Juno, D.Va, Ashe, and Illari. Additionally, the Blue Flame Bundle returns, featuring Blue Flame Kiriko, D.Va, Sombra, Tracer, and Brigitte. All ten skins are available in the LE SSERAFIM Ultra Bundle, or they can be purchased individually.

Additional cosmetics are obtainable through in-game challenges, including the Legendary Fawksey James Junkrat. This collaboration event ends on March 31.

From now until April 21, players can experience an updated open queue format with Perks and a two-tank maximum, adding new strategic layers to Competitive play.

The Dame Chance Mythic Weapon Skin for Widowmaker features a crystalline core, evolving customization, exclusive animations, and a dynamic HUD. This skin is designed to enhance the sniper experience with refined aesthetics and functionality.

F1 ‘25

Developer Codemasters and Electronic Arts have announced F1 25. A reveal trailer was released featuring Lewis Hamilton as the cover star. A full reveal of the game is scheduled for March 26. F1 24 is available now for PC and consoles. In EA SPORTS F1 25, players can experience a revised My Team mode, the third chapter of Braking Point, and step into the cockpit of APXGP by pre-ordering the Iconic Edition with up to 3 days early access.

As Formula 1 celebrates its 75th anniversary, F1 25 reflects significant changes in the driver lineup, including six rookie drivers and Lewis Hamilton's move from Mercedes to Ferrari. This edition includes specific in-game perks tied to the Iconic Edition of the game.

F1 25 allows players to recreate various moments through single-player and new collaborative options. The latest installment of the story mode, Braking Point, follows Konnersport competing against top teams. Returning characters include Callie Mayer, Aiden Jackson, and Devon Butler. The game features rebalanced difficulty options and choices that impact the storyline. Additionally, "F1 The Movie" introduces post-launch gameplay chapters inspired by Hollywood's summer action film.

Braking Point 3 includes alternative scenarios where players choose which driver to play, leading to different objectives and unique conclusions. It also features rebalanced difficulty, including a new Hard mode, and enhanced performance capture with NVIDIA Audio2Face. Players can extend their Konnersport experience across game modes, bringing the team into Driver Career or My Team modes.

The popular My Team mode receives significant updates, challenging players to manage an F1 team. On track, F1 25 utilizes LIDAR technology for increased circuit authenticity. Lee Mather, Senior Creative Director at Codemasters, stated that F1 25 offers more ways for players to experience Formula 1 and introduces new opportunities for connection, collaboration, and competition.

Developed by Codemasters, EA SPORTS F1 25 launches on May 30, 2025, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Players who own F1 23 or F1 24 can receive a 15% pre-order loyalty discount off the Iconic Edition.

Pre-ordering the F1 25 Iconic Edition provides up to 3-days early access and several perks related to Lewis Hamilton and "F1 The Movie," along with season liveries for use in F1 24 Time Trial mode. The Standard Edition features cover drivers Oscar Piastri, Carlos Sainz, and Oliver Bearman and includes the F1 75 Celebration Pack, F1 World "Starter Pack," and 5,000 PitCoin.

Guilty Gear – Strive

Arc System Works has announced that the Guilty Gear: Strive character Venom is now available. A new trailer and starter guide detailing the character’s moves have also been released. Guilty Gear: Strive is currently available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam. Venom is characterized by his honesty and preference for reason and empathy. During an encounter with Bedman, the leader of the Assassin's Guild, Venom appears to die. However, after Robo-Ky saves him, he takes on various jobs to fund his repairs until Zato grants him ownership of a store, which he transforms into a bakery. Through his new role as a baker, Venom becomes acquainted with local residents who fight for their pride rather than taking lives. He commits to protecting their endeavors as both a baker and as "Phantom" at night.

Hollow Knight: Silksong

Recent updates on the Steam page for Hollow Knight: Silksong suggest new assets, Cloud Gaming services, and Family Sharing support. Notably, the copyright date has changed from 2019 to 2025, hinting at an imminent update. Announced in 2019, the game still lacks a release date nearly six years later. An ESRB rating last year indicated fantasy violence and mild blood. Additionally, players can now wishlist the game on the official Xbox store, suggesting it may be nearing the final development stage.

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Wuchang: Fallen Feathers

Developer Leenzee Games and publisher 505 Games announced on the official X account that Wuchang: Fallen Feathers will launch sometime this summer. Additional details have yet to be revealed. WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers is set to be available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and Microsoft Store.

In WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers, players will take on the role of Wuchang, a pirate warrior with amnesia who must navigate her mysterious past while dealing with a feathering disease. The game is an action RPG set in Shu during the late Ming Dynasty, featuring warring factions and an illness that creates monstrous creatures.

Players will explore Shu, upgrade their arsenal, and master new skills acquired from enemies. The game allows players to evolve their fighting style by using Red Mercury and developing techniques throughout the journey. Weapons can be augmented with enchantments, providing a unique approach to combat and strategy.

The game includes battles against various creatures informed by ancient lore. Players will traverse temples, ruins, and dangerous paths as they recover Wuchang’s memories. The choices made during the game will lead to different endings, influenced by secrets discovered and alliances formed.

WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers offers a storyline, dynamic combat system, and visuals designed to provide an engaging adventure through a chaotic land. Players must determine whether to uncover the truth of Wuchang's curse and restore peace or succumb to the challenges faced. The outcome of the land depends on player decisions.

https://x.com/playWUCHANG/status/1904583412171891059

Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves

SNK has announced that Cristiano Ronaldo will be a playable character in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves. A trailer showcasing the football player, his character, and his moves has been released. Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves is set to launch on April 24 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store.

Cristiano Ronaldo (voiced by Juan Felipe Sierra in English, Masaaki Mizunaka in Japanese)

Fighting Style: Football + Martial Arts

Date of Birth: February 5

Blood Type: Unknown

Cherishes: Football, Family

Ronaldo is known for being one of the top football players globally. He uses his time off to visit South Town to practice new football techniques. The skills he developed while playing football make him a formidable opponent for experienced fighters.

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Split Fiction

Variety has reported from this year's Game Developers Conference that a bidding war is underway for the film adaptation of Split Fiction. Split Fiction is a split-screen multiplayer cooperative game developed by the Swedish indie studio Hazelight, known for their previous genre-defining game, It Takes Two. The publication notes that Story Kitchen, the media company responsible for assembling the It Takes Two film adaptation package subsequently acquired by Amazon, is actively seeking actors, writers, and a director for the new project.

While specific companies vying for the game's rights were not disclosed, Variety states that offers are coming from "multiple top Hollywood studios." Split Fiction was designed with a focus on split-screen gaming through both local and online play. Players can control one of two main characters, Zoe and Mio, as they traverse various worlds and overcome different obstacles. The game's narrative centers around the two authors who are invited by Rader Publishing to test a new simulation technology, enabling them to live out their fictional stories as reality.

Pokémon TCG

The new Pokémon TCG Pocket expansion, Shining Revelry, is here, moving on from Triumphant Light. This main set introduces Shiny Pokémon into the game, a staple in mainline games and Pokémon GO. Shining Revelry launches on March 27, giving players a short time to complete previous sets. Key cards include a Shiny Charizard ex and a Shiny Lucario ex, adding a new rarity tier. Additionally, this expansion may coincide with the debut of Ranked Battles, making it an exciting time for Pokémon TCG Pocket players. A teaser trailer has been released.

GTAO Enhanced

PC fixes as of March 19th

General fixes for stability and security in GTAV Enhanced.

Fixed an issue that resulted in players receiving an alert saying “Unavailable – Ineligible Prop” when attempting to save a created Race containing the police barrier Prop.

Fixed an issue that resulted in only leaders and not crew members being able to complete the Oscar Guzman Flies Again - Tier 1 Challenge.

Fixed an issue that resulted in some players being charged when claiming the Karin S95 Migration reward from an interior in GTAV Enhanced.

Monster Hunter Wilds

A Monster Hunter Wilds showcase will reveal the game's first free title update next week and a teaser trailer has been released. The showcase, hosted by producer Ryozo Tsujimoto, is scheduled for Tuesday, March 25 at 10am ET/7am PT. The update features the return of the Leviathan monster Mizutsune and additional new content, including a challenging monster stronger than Tempered levels. This marks just the beginning of multiple planned updates, with Capcom promising more news and improvements to enhance gameplay experience.

Neighbors: Suburban Warfare

The free Open Beta runs until Monday, March 24th at 10AM. To celebrate, live streams are happening on their Twitch channel.

The game went live after the Future Games Show Spring Showcase aired on Thursday.

To join the Open Beta, follow these simple steps to start the suburban mayhem:

1. Go to our Steam store page. Make sure you are logged in to Steam.

2. Find the "Request Access button" on the page.

3. Download the game.

4. WRECK YOUR NEIGHBORS!

If you encounter issues, join Invisible Walls’ Discord for assistance from the dev team and community.

Microsoft Xbox x Steam

Microsoft accidentally revealed an in-development Xbox UI update that integrates PC games from Steam, Epic Games Store, and more. This UI aims to blend Xbox and Windows for handhelds, showing a more console-like interface across devices. The leak appeared briefly in a blog post before being removed, indicating future plans to list games installed on users' PCs via various storefronts. Sources confirm Microsoft is developing this feature, although it remains in early stages. If implemented, this update will allow players to view all their PC games within the Xbox app, potentially bridging Xbox and PC platforms even further.

Look Outside

Publisher Devolver Digital and developer Francis Coulombe have released the survival horror game Look Outside on PC via Steam. The game features a mysterious event that turns anyone who looks out the window into monsters, resulting in global chaos. In Look Outside, set in a single apartment building, players scavenge for food, supplies, and weapons while encountering strange characters. A launch trailer is available.

Persona 4

A new domain, p4re.jp, registered on March 20, hints at a possible Persona 4 remake by Atlus. This mirrors the registration of p3re.jp for Persona 3 Reload, which launched in February. However, no official announcement has been made about a Persona 4 remake.

Persona 4 Golden, set in Inaba, Japan, follows a group of friends entangled in serial murders. The game explores themes of friendship, belonging, and self-discovery. It is highly acclaimed, with a Metacritic score of 93, and is praised for its storytelling and gameplay. Persona 4 Golden is best enjoyed with a game controller on Steam.

Atomfall

We are announcing that Atomfall will launch on March 27, 2025, and is now available for pre-order. Atomfall will be available on Game Pass from day one and will be offered both digitally and as a boxed physical edition, [published by Fireshine Games] on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Windows PC and PC via Steam, Rebellion Shop and Epic Games Store. Atomfall will also be released on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4.

View the new release date trailer for Atomfall here:

Pre-orders for Atomfall are now live. Gamers who pre-order Atomfall Standard Edition receive the Basic Supply Bundle DLC, which includes additional items and supplies, such as an exclusive melee weapon variant, additional loot caches, and an item recipe.

Atomfall’s Deluxe Edition will also be available and includes the Basic Supply Bundle DLC, the Enhanced Supply Bundle, which offers an exclusive pistol variant, metal detector skin, and character upgrades. Players will have access to 3 days early access to Atomfall and the planned Story Expansion DLC when released. The Quarantine Edition, exclusively available for PC players through the Rebellion Shop, includes all rewards within the Deluxe Edition and additional content.

Set in the aftermath of a nuclear disaster, Atomfall tasks players with solving the mystery of the events at the Windscale nuclear power station. To solve this, players must navigate military encampments, explore abandoned underground bunkers, and investigate Pagan ruins. The game features various characters and cryptic organizations within the quarantine zone. These individuals have been isolated from the outside world for years, displaying unusual behaviors. Not all characters are friendly, and players will need to utilize a range of ranged and melee weapons to survive.

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Sony Playstation

Sony Interactive has announced the lineup of games being added to the PlayStation Plus library for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers in March. All titles will be available from March 18th.

PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium

UFC 5 | PS5
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown | PS4, PS5
Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions | PS4
Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation Code Fairy | PS4, PS5
Arcade Paradise | PS4, PS5
Bang-On Balls: Chronicles | PS4, PS5
You Suck at Parking | PS4, PS5
Syberia – The World Before | PS4, PS5

PlayStation Plus Premium

Arcade Paradise VR | PS VR2
Armored Core | PS4, PS5
Armored Core: Project Phantasma | PS4, PS5
Armored Core: Master of Arena | PS4, PS5

Also, a recent report from The Verge reveals that Sony is testing AI-powered PlayStation characters. A leaked video shows Aloy from the Horizon games being used to demonstrate this technology, with Sony's software engineering director Sharwin Raghoebardajal interacting with an AI version of Aloy through voice prompts and AI-generated speech while playing Horizon Forbidden West. The demo uses OpenAI’s Whisper for speech-to-text and GPT-4 and Llama 3 for conversations, while Sony's Emotional Voice Synthesis (EVS) and Mockingbird technologies handle speech generation and facial animation. The video, taken down due to a copyright claim, suggests the project's legitimacy. Horizon Forbidden West is currently available for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC.

Skate

As noted in a recent report from Insider Gaming, Skate’s playtest will receive microtransactions in the next update. Despite not being fully out yet, players will be able to buy San Van Bucks with real money. This can then be used to buy cosmetic items in the game. Developer Full Circle states that the microtransactions were added to evaluate the function. Player progress will be reset when the full game launches and spent San Van Bucks will be refunded in the full game on the same EA account.

“To ensure we achieve these goals at Early Access we have enabled the option to purchase and use virtual currency (San Van Bucks) in our ongoing Closed Alpha playtest,” reads the official message. “Your feedback will be greatly appreciated in providing a great experience at Early Access we have enabled the option to purchase and use virtual currency (San Van Bucks) in our ongoing Closed Alpha playtest,” reads the official message. “Your feedback will be greatly appreciated in providing a great experience at Early Access launch.”

Palworld

Pocketpair has announced that the cross-play update for Palworld will launch in late March. The update will allow players playing on different platforms to play together. Palworld is available now in Early Access for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam and Microsoft Store, it is also available on Xbox Game Pass.

inZOI

Krafton has unveiled a new trailer for its forthcoming life simulation game, inZOI, providing insights into the experience of city life within the game.

The setting of inZOI is the fictional city of Dowon, described as capturing the essence of a Korean metropolis by combining modernity with natural beauty. The trailer opts not to use narration but instead showcases the atmosphere of Dowon through visual storytelling.

The player’s character is depicted exploring various parts of the city, highlighting the arrival of Spring marked by cherry blossom blooms and urban features such as subway entrances and parks for residents. Additionally, the trailer illustrates diverse activities available to players, including purchasing a lottery ticket and winning, witnessing a wedding ceremony, and encountering humorous scenarios such as an individual struggling with an uncooperative vending machine.

Project Delta

People Can Fly and Sony Interactive are collaborating on [codename] “Project Delta”, a game based on a Sony IP. People Can Fly will work for Sony in a work-for-hire model and production will be divided into stages. Other details were not revealed. People Can Fly notably is codeveloping the upcoming Gears of War game, Gears of War: E-Day.

Silent Hill f

Silent Hill f will launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and Microsoft Store; the release date is yet to be announced but a trailer was released. It shows the new Japanese setting in the 1960s and new protagonist Shimizu Hinako in a “secluded town of Ebisugaoka [which] is consumed by a sudden fog, transforming [Hinako’s] home into a haunting nightmare.” Be prepared for jump scares, disturbing visuals and audio.

Star Wars: Hunters

Zynga's Star Wars: Hunters will end on October 1st, with the final update on April 15th. Launched on June 4th, 2024, it is available on Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android, and PC via Steam in Early Access. Players engage in third-person combat across battlegrounds inspired by iconic Star Wars worlds.

God of War

God of War Ragnarök will get a free "Dark Odyssey" armor update on March 20th for its 20th anniversary. Originally launched on November 9 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC, this update will be available at no extra cost to all players on these platforms. The "Dark Odyssey" collection, inspired by God of War (2005) and a skin from God of War II, features a classic black and gold theme. You can access the collection from any Lost Items chest in the base game or automatically in Valhalla once the update goes live.

Also, Amazon’s God of War TV series is generating buzz with high expectations from fans. The show, now led by Ronald D. Moore, aims to bring Kratos's story to life and promises justice to the games. Originally progressing with Rafe Judkins, Hawk Ostby, and Mark Fergus, they exited the project last year. Moore, known for Battlestar Galactica, Outlander, and For All Mankind, has shared new details confirming Amazon’s commitment to the project.

Moon Studios

Moon Studios has now become independent after previously being under Take-Two Interactive’s Private Division. The studio has developed several notable games including No Rest for the Wicked and the Ori series. “After months of negotiations, we have successfully acquired the publishing rights for No Rest for the Wicked, enabling Moon Studios to achieve full independence,” stated Gennadiy Korol of Moon Studios. “This legal process required considerable time, and we were unable to disclose details during its progression.” No Rest for the Wicked is currently available for PC through Steam Early Access.

Split Fiction

EA's "Split Fiction" achieved significant commercial success, selling over two million units within its first week of release. The publisher reported that the game sold one million units on its first day alone. "Split Fiction" was launched on March 6th and is available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. In this game, players assume the roles of Mio and Zoe, two contrasting writers who find themselves ensnared in their own narratives after being connected to a machine intended to extract their creative ideas.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Kepler Interactive has released a character trailer for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, featuring the character Gustave. The trailer provides insights into Gustave's background and includes voice lines, gameplay footage, and cutscenes. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is scheduled for release on April 24th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. Pre-orders are currently available, and the game will also be accessible through Xbox Game Pass.

Grand Theft Auto V/Online

CFX.RE/FiveM, with Rockstar Games, is creating a tool to port GTAV Legacy assets to GTAV Enhanced. This conversion tool will help the modding community make compatible assets and support formats like .ydd, .ydr, .yft, and .ytd. Some file types such as .ycd and .ybn do not need conversion.

They are finalizing tasks required for release and will announce the date soon, along with full documentation.

GTAV Enhanced has also received patches to fix framerate issues, crashes, graphics options, and more, improving overall performance and stability.

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