Sony is reportedly working not only on the PlayStation 6, the successor to the PS5, but also on a handheld model.
Fans Think Blizzard’s New Shooter Could Be a StarCraft Game
According to a recent job listing, the World of Warcraft developer is hiring for a new project in both a game engine and a genre that Blizzard has not used in any of its previous releases.
The studio is looking for a Lead Innovation Designer to help lead development on an unnamed “AAA open-world shooter.”
As PC Gamer pointed out, nearly every Blizzard game has been built using the company’s own internal engine, with Hearthstone being the only major exception as it was created with Unity. This is why the job posting is especially interesting, as Blizzard is asking for experience with Epic Games’ Unreal Engine for prototype development.
It may be hard to believe, but we are now in the launch year of Grand Theft Auto 6.
The position also asks for “15 years of professional experience in game design or a related discipline,” suggesting that Blizzard is looking for someone with deep experience in large-scale projects.
Blizzard designer Jeff Hamilton mentioned on bluesky that his “fairly unique design role” will be part of the team, although he did not reveal any further details about the project.
Naturally, speculation has already begun. Some believe this could be the rumored StarCraft shooter led by Dan Hay, the former Far Cry creative director who left Ubisoft in 2021.
Reports from 2024 had already pointed to Blizzard working on an unannounced open-world shooter, which has now led some fans to connect the new project to StarCraft: Ghost, the canceled StarCraft spin-off shooter that never made it to release. However, with Blizzard also canceling its separate survival game in 2024 after years of development, some remain cautious about whether this new title will actually launch.
With the last main StarCraft release now 11 years behind us, 2026 could finally be the year the franchise returns in some form.
Sony is reportedly working not only on the PlayStation 6, the successor to the PS5, but also on a handheld model.
For the complete patch notes, read on, true believer!
Marvel Rivals First April Update Adds Lower Manhattan Map
New Map: Lower Manhattan
Timeline Incursion! The Alchemax Headquarters from the year 2099 has suddenly crashed into Lower Manhattan. Advanced technology and mass-produced soldiers are spreading like a plague, systematically transforming the surrounding blocks into the futuristic Nueva York. Faced with this unprecedented crisis, heroes from across the multiverse are infiltrating a battlefield corrupted by the future. There are eight million people in New York, and eight million stories, but your destiny will be forged on these very streets.
Times Square Premiere: Wonder Man Season 1 Screening
Lights, camera, ionic action! Hollywood’s favorite super hero is hitting the Big Apple! Marvel Television’s Wonder Man Season 1 is taking over the big screen in Times Square! Grab your popcorn, assemble your squad, and enjoy the show.
Limited-Time Screening Period: April 2nd, 2026, 19:00:00 to April 16th, 2026, 03:00:00 (UTC)
– Show 1: Daily at 19:00:00 (UTC)
– Show 2: Daily at 03:00:00 (UTC)
Limited-Time Screening: Wonder Man Season 1 Episodes 1 & 2 back-to-back!
Timezone Check: This corresponds to PDT from April 2 to April 15, daily at 12 PM and 8 PM
Heads up, The Disco and Clobberin’ Club live broadcasts aren’t going anywhere. Their live streams will simply shift over to the screen above the COMICS store so the broadcast can keep on rolling.
New In Store
– Invisible Woman – Riann Landau: The Debater Bundle
– Mister Fantastic – Danum Ket: The Professor Bundle
Limited Time: April 3rd, 2026, 02:00:00 to May 1st 2026, 02:00:00 (UTC)
– ESU College – Emoji Bundle
– Invisible Woman – Riann Landau: The Debater Costume Chroma: Pine Opposition & Royal Blue Rebuttal
Available From: April 3rd, 2026, at 2:00:00 (UTC)
While Disney+ continues to grow its content library, the company is reportedly considering the purchase of Epic Games and Fortnite.
Marvel Rivals Update 1.42/1.000.079 Fixes
Heroes
– Clint’s Kumiho Catch: Fixed an issue where Hawkeye’s Ultimate Ability might not deal damage to the afterimages created by White Fox’s Ultimate Ability form. Clint never misses his mark, especially against giant nine-tailed foxes.
– Angela’s Angelic Ascent: Addressed a rare issue where if Angela’s Assassin’s Charge was interrupted the moment it was cast, the dash effect might not disappear. The heavens have aligned, and her flight path is clear once more!
All Platforms
– Chronal Catch-Up: Fixed an issue where players still in battle during maintenance might temporarily be unable to enter battles normally after logging back in. The TVA has stabilized the timestream, so no more getting stuck in the Void between matches!
– Deadpool’s Director’s Cut: Fixed a visual bug in Match Highlights where Deadpool’s Role could be displayed incorrectly. Wade tried to hack the UI to mess with everyone, but we caught him red-handed!
– Voice Changer Optimization: Upgraded the in-game voice changer algorithms to provide a much more natural, fluid, and immersive experience.
Once another patch is out, expect it here on MP1st.
Four weeks ago, Ubisoft unveiled plans for Year 8 of The Division 2, and today, those plans come to fruition, as Year 8 Season 1 “Rise Up” is live for the looter shooter!
Players will see the Y8S1 download appear as The Division 2 update 2.24, and this should be a heftier file install than normal.
Sony is reportedly working not only on the PlayStation 6, the successor to the PS5, but also on a handheld model.
For the complete details on what’s new for Year 8, read on for the complete patch notes and info.
The Division 2 Year 8 “Rise Up” Adds a New Mode and More
ESCALATION
Escalation introduces a new way to replay missions, with increasing difficulty and rewards. Designed as an endgame challenge, it’s aimed at agents who have completed the main campaign, reached Level 40, and are looking for something tougher.
At launch, Escalation focuses on main missions and strongholds, but it’s designed to expand over time to cover more activities across the game. The rotation refreshes weekly on Tuesdays, bringing a new set of five each time.
HOW IT WORKS
You can access available Escalation missions from a dedicated menu in the Base of Operations, located near the Countdown vendor. From there, you can fast travel directly to the mission.
To begin a run, head to the Escalation panel at the mission entrance. There, you can select a Tier, see the Escalation Token cost, preview rewards, and check which Mutators and Modifiers are active.
Each mission has 10 Tiers, and the higher you go, the tougher things get. You can always attempt the lowest Tier for free, while higher Tiers require Escalation Tokens, with the cost scaling based on the selected Tier.
Completing a mission rewards additional tokens while failing a run means the tokens spent on that attempt are lost.
Each Escalation run is a single attempt. There are no checkpoints, and the mission has to be completed in one go. If your group is wiped or the mission timer runs out, the run fails and you’ll need to spend tokens to try again.
The highest Tiers are meant to challenge even the most optimized builds.
Mutators add an extra layer to Escalation by changing how missions play. They are tied to the selected Tier, with each Tier having its own a consistent set of effects.
This is the current set of Mutators:
Harvester – When dealing damage, this enemy regenerates Armor and Health by a percentage of your maximum Armor. Can overheal.
Suppressor – When damaged, this enemy charges an EMP blast and releases it once fully charged, disrupting everything nearby.
Aid Specialist – Repairs the armor of nearby allies when they are heavily damaged.
Anchor – Gains damage resistance and uses incendiary ammo while allies are still alive.
Hot Foot – Staying in one spot builds up a charge. Once full, you are shocked and take damage.
Unyielding – Enemies become immune to crowd control effects while heavily damaged.
Each season, Mutators will be adjusted, with some added, replaced, or rearranged to keep Escalation feeling fresh.
SOLO, GROUP PLAY, AND MATCHMAKING
Escalation can be played solo or in a group, depending on how you want to approach each Tier.
In a group, the party leader selects the Tier, spends the Escalation Tokens, and launches the mission. If the run is successful, the leader receives the main token reward, while everyone else earns standard mission rewards and a smaller share of Escalation Tokens.
Matchmaking is available and based on the Tier you select, rather than a specific mission, making it easier to find others going for the same level of challenge.
While Disney+ continues to grow its content library, the company is reportedly considering the purchase of Epic Games and Fortnite.
REWARDS AND PROGRESSION
Escalation is currently the main source of Prototype Gear, with higher Tiers offering better chances and stronger rolls. If you’re chasing those pieces, this is where you’ll want to be.
Higher Tiers also mean better rewards overall. You’ll earn more Escalation Tokens, increased XP and Season XP, along with rare Expertise materials, but you’ll definitely have to work for it.
At the start of each season, Escalation Tokens reset, so everyone starts fresh as the rotation updates and new challenges come in.
PROTOTYPE GEAR
Prototype Gear is a new item quality that sits above High-End, Named, and Gear Set items. Your existing builds will still hold up, this is more about pushing them further if you want to.
These items offer stronger attribute values and come with Augments, giving you more to experiment with. The previous maximum attribute value becomes the new minimum, while the new maximum can reach up to 1.5x higher.
Skill Tier core attributes currently remain unchanged, though additional bonuses for Prototype Gear featuring Skill Tier cores are planned for a future update.
You can obtain Prototype Gear in two main ways, through Escalation runs, where Prototype items have a chance to drop, or by upgrading eligible High-End, Named, or Gear Set items.
UPGRADING TO PROTOTYPE
Most gear items starting from High-End quality can be converted into Prototype Gear. Exotics are currently excluded but may be supported in future seasons.
To upgrade an item, it will cost 1 Prototype Core and needs to meet a few requirements:
The item must be Level 40
At maximum Expertise level
Reaching Expertise Level 30 is now less demanding, as the upgrade cost has been reduced. Fully optimizing an item is not required before converting it to Prototype, as the upgraded version scales as if the item had been fully optimized.
One attribute is guaranteed to roll at the new maximum, while the others remain at their previous maximum values, with a chance for additional attributes to also reach the new maximum. The chance for additional max rolls has also been increased.
Because of this, you might find yourself upgrading multiple copies of the same item if you’re chasing the best possible rolls.
Once an item becomes Prototype Gear, it can no longer be optimized or recalibrated, so make sure you’re happy with the base item before upgrading. Options to allow recalibration are being explored for future updates.
It may be hard to believe, but we are now in the launch year of Grand Theft Auto 6.
AUGMENTS
All Prototype Gear comes with a special effect called an Augment. They function similarly to talents but are drawn from a shared pool rather than being tied to specific gear types, allowing any Prototype item to roll with any Augment.
Augments can also be improved over time as you use the item, so they grow alongside your build. You can reroll them to try for a different effect and choose whether to keep the new result or stick with the original.
Both rerolling and upgrading Augments require a new resource, Prototype Cores, which are mainly obtained by dismantling Prototype Gear. They can also be found in the Prototype Core Cache available in Raids and the Incursion. It’s a rare resource, so you’ll want to spend it carefully.
Currently available Augments:
Quantum – Provides a small chance to become temporarily immune to damage.
Echo – Each bullet fired has a chance to deal its damage a second time.
Atomize – Increases grenade radius and damage.
Amalgam – Each bullet hit has a chance to apply a random status effect.
Trapper – Increases the duration of status effects you apply.
Entropy – Increases your Health based on a percentage of your total Armor.
Anomaly – Skills restore a portion of the damage they deal as healing.
Paradox – Provides a chance to refill part of your magazine while firing.
Synesthesia – Bullet hits have a chance to slightly reduce skill cooldowns.
Overall, Prototype Gear is all about giving you more room to push your builds further.
PROTOTYPE GEAR IN RAIDS, INCURSION, AND PVP
Prototype Gear is handled differently in certain modes, including Raids, Incursion, and PvP (Dark Zone and Conflict).
In these cases, Prototype items are normalized, with stats set to lower end of the Prototype range, and Augments disabled.
RETALIATION
Retaliation is getting a few updates this season, with a new focus on the Black Tusk, something many of you have been asking for.
The Black Tusk Agitation Meter works similarly to other factions, filling up as you eliminate enemies and complete related activities. It can also progress during other factions’ Retaliations, though at a slower rate. BT Retaliations can take place in Washington, D.C. and Warlords of New York.
For the first time, Black Tusk can now take over Control Points in the open world. This only happens if a Retaliation is lost, and unlike other factions, they won’t expand further through convoys or territory control.
Enemies defeated during these events can drop a new material, DIAMOND Transceivers, used for blueprints tied to Retaliation.
You may also encounter a special Black Tusk Maneuver objective, which rewards additional time when completed.
KILL SQUADS
Black Tusk Kill Squads don’t just show up, they come prepared, and they hit hard.
Taking them out is worth the risk, though. Defeating Kill Squads gives you a chance to earn blueprints for several rare Exotics, including Climax exclusives, as well as Capacitor and Vindicator. Completing a full Retaliation also gives you a chance to earn blueprints for certain Raid and Dark Zone exclusive Exotics.
There are two types of Black Tusk Kill Squads, Regular and Elite. The Elite squad, known as BTSU Team 9, is rarer, more coordinated, and significantly more dangerous. They can also show up during other factions’ Retaliations, so you might run into them when you least expect it, watch your back.
Crimson Desert has had a mixed reception since its release, even though it managed to sell more than 3 million copies in just a few days.
QOL UPDATES
A few quality of life improvements have also been made to Retaliation.
Agitation Overclock
This season introduces a change to how the Agitation Meter behaves.
Previously, once the meter was filled, you could trigger a single Retaliation before it reset. With Agitation Overclock, the meter now has multiple levels, allowing you to trigger up to three Retaliations back-to-back.
Updated Timer
Retaliation events are no longer tied to real-world time. The timer now progresses based on in-game playtime and pauses while you are participating in another Retaliation.
The time available to collect loot after completing a Retaliation has also been increased from 30 seconds to 90 seconds.
Matchmaking
You can now use matchmaking to find other agents participating in Retaliation events. You’ll be matched with players using the same global difficulty.
MODIFIERS
This season introduces a new modular system built around Recombinant, the core Global Modifier. It’s experimental Black Tusk tech that lets you shape how your bonuses and abilities behave.
GLOBAL MODIFIER
Recombinant is built around three modules, Offense, Defense, and Utility.
At the start of the season, they’re evenly balanced, each one providing the same baseline value. As you progress, you can change that balance by increasing or redistributing stacks across the three modules through Active and Passive Modifiers.
There is no doubt that Crimson Desert has been one of the most successful games of 2026 so far.
ACTIVE MODIFIERS
Active Modifiers are abilities tied to Black Tusk tech, each linked to one of the three modules, and they play a big role in how your setup comes together.
You upgrade them by using them and defeating enemies while they’re equipped. As they level up, they unlock additional effects and become more powerful.
This season, three Active Modifiers are available:
Blackout Pulse – Releases an EMP pulse that disrupts enemy electronics and applies shock to enemies within range. Each level up raises your base stacks across all modules, and at the highest level the EMP will also pulse enemies hit by the blast.
Cloud Armor – Instantly restores armor to allies within range. Each level up raises your base stacks across all modules, and at the highest level the cloud also blinds enemies caught in the effect.
Optimize / Overload – Enhances skill performance by reducing cooldowns. Each level up raises your base stacks across all modules, and at the highest level it also Overcharges your skills for a short duration.
PASSIVE MODIFIERS
Passive Modifiers don’t give you an ability, instead they change how your Offense, Defense, and Utility stacks behave.
This season introduces 34 different Passives, and you can equip multiple at once. The order matters, as each modifier influences the ones that follow and affects the final outcome.
You can get Passive Modifiers through the Seasonal Journey, or pick them up from a vendor at the White House using BTSU Firmware, which you’ll earn through the Seasonal Journey and Scouts.
HOSTILE COUNTERMEASURES
Not every fight will play fair, some enemies bring modifiers that can mess with your setup.
System Drain – Each hit temporarily reduces your module stacks.
Inversion Field – Enemies create a polarity field that reverses the effects of your strongest module while you remain inside it. Taking them out grants temporary protection from these fields.
Obstructor Virus – Defeating affected enemies temporarily disables one of your Passive Modifiers, unless you eliminate them with a headshot.
Enemies using these countermeasures will display modifier icons above their heads, so you can spot them and react in time.
GEAR, WEAPONS, TALENTS
This season’s gear and weapons are built around weapon swapping and adapting mid-fight.
Instead of locking into one approach, you’re encouraged to switch, adjust, and keep your build moving. The more you adapt, the more you’ll get out of it.
Named Chest Piece “Robin” – Talent Perfect Gunslinger.
Weapon swapping increases total weapon damage by 28% for 5s. This buff is lost for 5s if you weapon swap while it is active.
Named Holster “Bulldog” – Perfect Composure.
While in cover, increases total weapon damage by 20%.
NEW NAMED WEAPONS & TALENTS
Interchange
Enhanced AUG A3P
Talent Perfect Back and Forth
Swapping to this weapon grants +13% Rate of Fire and +12% Weapon Damage for 10s.
Swapping from this weapon grants +5% Rate of Fire and +4.5% Weapon Damage for 10s.
Receiving one of the bonuses will remove the previous one if it’s still active.
Two instances of this Talent will not function at the same time.
Trader
ACR SS
Talent Perfect Back and Forth
Swapping to this weapon grants +13% Rate of Fire and +12% Weapon Damage for 10s.
Swapping from this weapon grants +5% Rate of Fire and +4.5% Weapon Damage for 10s.
Receiving one of the bonuses will remove the previous one if it’s still active.
Two instances of this Talent will not function at the same time.
Talent Back and Forth
Swapping to this weapon grants +10% Rate of Fire and +9% Weapon Damage for 10s.
Swapping from this weapon grants +5% Rate of Fire and +4.5% Weapon Damage for 10s.
Receiving one of the bonuses will remove the previous one if it’s still active.
Two instances of this Talent will not function at the same time.
MASTER CLIMAX MISSION
Successfully completing the Climax mission on any difficulty for the first time will guarantee the Whiplash Exotic Pistol as a special reward.
After that, Whiplash can still drop from the mission, but it’s no longer guaranteed. The higher the difficulty, the better your chances of getting it again.
Whiplash
Exotic Pistol
Talent Faster Than Reloading
Having this weapon holstered for 5s reloads and primes it. While primed, swapping to this weapon reloads you Primary and Secondary weapons and grants +20% Rate of Fire and +50% Weapon Damage until its magazine is emptied.
Reloading or swapping from this weapon before its magazine is emptied will remove its stat bonuses.
Two new Classified Assignments will be available this season. Library of Congress Retrieval launches with the season, followed by The Capitol Globe Anomaly later in the season.
They offer a more contained experience, with a stronger focus on exploration and storytelling. If you like digging into locations and uncovering what happened there, these are worth checking out. It’s a chance to look around and pick up on the details you might normally miss, with collectibles, including echoes and audio logs, and a few extras like themed backpack trophies and named item drops.
Classified Assignments will appear on the map once they become available, with access unlocking at Level 30. They can then be purchased and played from there.
For details on the new Season Pass and a new one-time offer for those bug mask pack, check out Ubisoft’s blog.
At today's The Division dev stream that marked the franchise's 10th Anniversary, not only did Massive Entertainment release a massive title update for The Division 2 today, but the developers also shared what's on the way for the looter shooter in Year 8.
The latest title update for John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando is now out on consoles and PC, and this brings a few nifty quality-of-life changes aside from bug fixes.
Called the version 1.5 patch, console gamers will see this as Toxic Commando update 1.005 (complete version 1.005.000), and this should be a small download across all platforms.
While Saber hasn’t mentioned when the next patch will drop, we do have an outline of the new content and features incoming per the roadmap, which we’ve included below.
Last week, Techland rolled out the biggest game update for Dying Light: The Beast with the Restored Land content drop. As is the case with these things, a bug or two managed to escape the developer’s grasp.
Today, a handful of issues are being tackled by Dying Light: The Beast update 1.006.001, which is also referred to as hotfix 1.6.1.
Expect collision bugs, issues with enemies not being responsive and more to be sorted out, and this also addresses issues with the hunger mechanic for players who found it a bit too much.
Dying Light: The Beast Update 1.006.001/1.6.1 Improves Player Hunger
Reduced hunger drain when sleeping
Slower overall hunger depletion
“Very Hungry” and “Famished” states now trigger later
Vendors now offer improvised food bars
Weapon Blueprints from DLC bundles can now be upgraded to Legendary rarity
When receiving a new weapon during a cutscene with a full inventory, the lowest-quality weapon is automatically moved to the stash
If both inventory and stash are full, the lowest-quality weapon is dropped on the ground
“Better Be Safe” and “Peace Bringer” achievements no longer auto-complete
Night chases rebalanced – Level 1 chases are now slightly easier to escape
Increased chances to loot rags and bandages from Biters and Virals
Fixed the crossplay connection between Steam and Epic
Fixed the issue with amount of ammo that the Player can loot from ranged human enemies being capped
Fixed the issue with Player dropping equipped weapon after entering Slasher arena
Fixed the issue with hunger meter missing throughout the fight with The Beast
Fixed the issue with Alpha Volatile sometimes not spawning during Chase sequences on Restored Land
Fixed the issue with “Days Survived” being counted after starting a race
Fixed the issue with Leaderboards sometimes missing
Fixed the issue with message about Restored Area always appearing after loading a save
Fixed the issue with some encounters being unresponsive
Fixed the issue with Items Found values in the Leaderboard section
Fixed the broken Night Cycle after quitting to the main menu during challenge
Fixed a few collisions in new Roadkill Rallies
Fixed the issue with item stacks being incorrectly subtracted while moved to the Stash
Fixed the issue with Player receiving the achievement “Apex Predator” without killing a Volatile after a cutscene in “One flew over the Volatiles’ nest” mission
Fixed the issue with SFX missing after failing to load a broken save file
Fixed the issue with infinite death loop happening after Player gets out of map/playable area during Roadkill Rally
Fixed various unresponsive NPC’s while playing in Coop
Fixed the issue with lack of additional damage and information about it for Bleeding Mines, Shock Mines and Molotov’s even as Molotov is the Icon for the Throwable Legend Skill
Fixed the issue with Mod tutorial not showing if Player has weapon inventory full when receiving the weapon
Fixed the issue with Volatile Hive icon showing activity as not completed during night even if it was cleared previously
Fixed the issue with cars from previous attempts sometimes remain on the track after retrying
While we’re not expecting a major content drop anytime soon, don’t be surprised if more issues are spotted and resolved in future updates.
Developer Everstone has released the latest major update for Where Winds Meet and it’s called the Hexi Expansion Chapter 2!
The developers officially call this the “Liangzhou” update, with developer version 1.5. Console gamers will see this as Where Winds Meet update 1.023 (complete version 1.023.000).
Sony is reportedly working not only on the PlayStation 6, the successor to the PS5, but also on a handheld model.
There’s a lot to take in as this update adds the Heng Blade weapon, new bosses, new gameplay mechanics, and a lot more.
We’ve included a quick highlight list, as well as the complete patch notes for those who want to dig deeper into what’s new from today’s update.
Where Winds Meet Hexi Chapter 2 “Liangzhou” Highlights
Focus Feature: The Legendary Heng Blade Arrives
A major highlight of today’s launch is the debut of the highly anticipated new weapon, the Heng Blade. Regarded as a pinnacle of Tang Dynasty cold weapon craftsmanship, the Heng Blade introduces a new mechanism that fundamentally shifts the game’s combat dynamics.
The Spirit of a Glorious Era: Forged with hundreds of folds, the Heng Blade features a straight-angled tip and a reverse edge. It embodies a rigid and upright demeanor, distinct from the sinuous curves of scimitars, reflecting the unparalleled confidence of the prosperous Tang Dynasty.
Masterful Action Choreography: To authentically capture its lethal elegance, the combat animations were designed by Stephen Tung Wai, a seven-time winner of the Hong Kong Film Award for Best Action Choreography.
Game-Changing “Deflect-and-Counter” Mechanism: The Heng Blade introduces a revolutionary “deflect-and-counter” combat mechanism. Moving away from passively dodging and waiting for openings, players can now actively parry incoming strikes, immediately execute powerful counter-attacks, and proactively interrupt a boss’s momentum to create their own windows of opportunity.
Liangzhou Update Highlights:
Frontier Aesthetics & Dual Narratives: The new region’s artistic design draws from the ancient eastern poetic imagery of “grape wine in a night-glowing cup,” blending romantic aesthetics with the harsh reality of a fortified city. Players will unravel two distinct journeys- “Liangzhou Melody” and “Paper Moon”- revealing how conflicts alter the destinies of individuals amidst chaotic times.
An Iron-Willed Sect: Players can now join “Raging Tides,” a new sect born from military service that emphasizes an iron-willed resolve on the battlefield, where comrades share life and death.
Epic Boss Encounters: Adventurers will confront unique new bosses like the gracefully tragic Moongazing Maiden, the fiercely auspicious Everdeer, and the colossal guardian beast “Town Gate Roar” amidst the oppressive siege warfare of Dasan Pass.
Where Winds Meet Version 1.5 “As Snow Falls” Complete Info and Patch Notes
Region Introduction – Liangzhou
Participation Requirements
Complete Hexi Campaign – Whitecrown Fortress
Region Introduction
First sight of Liangzhou, a refreshing frontier landscape. Beneath the rustling snow, a city shaped like a jade cup seems to stand in midair; crystalline wine bright as moonlight plunges down to form a jade pool of wine springs.
As the wind drifts to and fro, a rich, almost tangible aroma of wine floats in the air. Though it is still a realm where romance and reality intertwine, the atmosphere here is entirely different from Jade Gate Pass.
Beloved Liangzhou Poem captures the grandeur, bold spirit, and hidden perils of the frontier, exactly the backdrop of the new chapter.
Players who have completed Hexi Campaign – Whitecrown Fortress can accept Lost Chapter: Ten Through the Pass to unlock Liangzhou.
After collecting a certain number of Liangzhou poems, you can also claim rewards from Gilt-Fin Collection, including:
VFX – Moonstream Brocade
Recipe – Diagram: Winter Courtyard
Recipe – Snowfield Stone Lion
Recipe – Snowfield Stone Horse
Recipe – Snowy Stone Lantern
Echo Jade
and more
Poetry and scenery complement each other, offering a glimpse into this new chapter. Amid its myriad landscapes, you may also encounter unexpected weather effects.
May this moment’s scenery accompany you as you embark on your next journey. Subsequent chapters and regions of Hexi will be gradually unlocked in a serialized format!
Reach Lv. 14 and complete Hexi Main Chapter: The Burlap Sack
About the Quest
After the version update, Hexi Main Chapter – A Lonely Moon Over Chang’an proceeds to Chapter 2: Liangzhou Melody.
A young musician sets out on a poignant journey home, burdened with heavy thoughts. Yet the place he returns to, Chang’an, is a land he’s never truly walked before.
What will this unfamiliar “home” mean to him? Torn between the pull of homeland and the stranger’s land, caught between the yearning to return and the fear of loss, what truths will he uncover in the end?
Complete the quest to obtain:
Accessory – Five-String Pipa
Hair Ornament – Plumage Bloom
Lingering Melody
Echo Jade
and more
Hexi Main Quest (Paper Moon Arc)
Participation Requirements
Reach Lv. 14 and complete Hexi Main Chapter: Liangzhou Melody
About the Quest
After the version update, Hexi Main Chapter – A Lonely Moon Over Chang’an unlocks Chapter 3: Paper Moon.
In the vortex of troubled times, both face predetermined worldly fates to fight against. Only their shared longing for Chang’an’s bright moon guides the wayfarers and imparts strength.
Complete the quest to obtain:
Accessory – Paper Moon
Inscription – Observe Freedom
Lingering Melody
Echo Jade
and more
As more regions of Hexi unfold, further chapters of “A Lonely Moon Over Chang’an” shall awaken.
While Disney+ continues to grow its content library, the company is reportedly considering the purchase of Epic Games and Fortnite.
Questline – Jianghu Legacy
Participation Requirements
View Jianghu Legacy details in Hexi Wulin Journal.
About the Quest
Volume IV: The Homeward Vow
After the Guiyi Army seized the city tower, a man quietly slipped beneath the eaves to steal a glimpse inside. With just one look, his eyes rolled back, and his spirit seemed to vanish into thin air.
The next day, he awoke hissing like a serpent, crawling on all fours, and bolted out the door, never to be seen again.
Complete to obtain:
Decoration – Unquestioning Loyalty
Inner Way Tome – Light and Shadow Alike
Medicinal Tales
Echo Jade
and more
Death of the Governor
Start Time
After the version update on April 2, 2026
Intro
An old mansion shrouded in wind and snow, a conspiracy buried in mist.
Some chisel monuments to inscribe the truth about the death of an old friend, some sacrifice themselves to the scheme, seeking the truth alone in the depths.
Enemy assassins, traitorous relatives and friends, imperial suspicion—who finally lit the fire? And who wanted to kill him?
The monk said that troubled times have finally begun, the general trend is fixed, and one should preserve oneself and turn back.
Is the person standing before the storm, refusing to retreat, really just a mayfly trying to shake a tree?
In the old city of Hehuang, someone is waiting for you to pass the final judgment on him.
Re-challenge Campaign – Death of the Governor to get:
Accessory – Minister’s Tablet
Accessory – Vindication or exchange for them in the Season Shop.
Dasan Pass
Start Time
After the version update on April 2, 2026
Intro
With old friends gone and home out of reach, do you dare gaze at the moon and face the perils?
An insurmountable natural barrier, a homeward path only heroes dare tread. Then came the upheaval in Liangzhou. Snow and wind now ravage the cliffs, turning peril to slaughter.
The road ends. Chang’an is but a dream. Under the lonely moon lies only the ache of no return, the sorrow of exile.
Would you, mortal and bold, dare to charge into the storm and demand an answer from that ancient light?
Re-challenge Campaign – Dasan Pass to get:
Face Ornament – Moonlit Roar or exchange for it in the Season Shop.
Where Winds Meet New Bosses Added via Update 1.5/1.023
Everdeer
Boss Intro
Long ago in Liangzhou, a dying man in his delirium saw a deer looking down at him. When he awoke, he was healed. After much inquiry, he learned the legend of a celestial deer that would descend from the skies and save the suffering, granting them longevity. Thus, he revered the deer as an auspicious creature, calling it Everdeer.
The sprightly, elusive deer, now hidden in mist, now inviting the worthy to roam at its side.
But mind the artemisia sword: if she leaps in delight, wreathed in azure light, she channels immortality itself, the Deer’s Blessing.
As recorded in Wulin Journal, its first defeat grants:
Back Accessory – Nature’s Bond
Inner Way Note: Custom Chest ×5
Medicinal Tales ×3
Echo Jade ×20
and more
You can also start Sword Forge Challenges in the Trial interface to get:
It may be hard to believe, but we are now in the launch year of Grand Theft Auto 6.
Moongazing Maiden
Boss Intro
Born into a loyal family, she carries with her a promise of peace for Liangzhou.
Through storms and thunder, she raises her sword unwavering. Though fate has cast its cruel games, and the homeland remains a distant hope, her heart burns with undying courage.
And at last, she has found the opportunity and allies she needs to shatter the chains of destiny that bind her.
As recorded in Wulin Journal, its first defeat grants:
Helm – Swaying Jade Osmanthus
Accessory – Verdant Sonata
Inner Way Note: Custom Chest ×5
Medicinal Tales ×3
Echo Jade ×20
and more
You can also start Sword Forge Challenges in the Trial interface to get:
Avatar – Moongazing Maiden
Badge – Trial: Longing Gaze
Echo Jade
and more
Pocketrupt Circus
Boss Intro
The Pocketrupt Circus was once famous throughout Liangzhou. Each member possessed unique skills in illusory arts.
But beneath their optimism, sorrow lingers; the troupe’s name itself foreshadows the lack in their lives. Still, they refuse to be bound by grief.
How could those who defy reality and bring joy to others dwell in sorrow? Don’t underestimate them. Though weak, their greatest talent is painting color into life.
If you encounter them, stop and admire their extraordinary tricks.
As recorded in Wulin Journal, its first defeat grants:
Earrings – Whispering Crescent
Inner Way Note: Custom Chest ×5
Medicinal Tales ×3
Echo Jade ×20
and more
You can also start Sword Forge Challenges in the Trial interface to get:
Avatar – Pocketrupt Circus
Badge – Trial: An Endless Show
Echo Jade
and more
Liangzhou Hero’s Realm
Bloodstained Sands
Hero’s Realm – 10-player Campaign (Lv. 86) Yellow sand buries many a righteous hero, green blood endures, and successors arise.
✦ Participation Requirements
Reach Lv. 86, open Wandering Paths, and select Smart Teaming or Friend Teaming to challenge.
✦ Intro
First-time rewards from Hero’s Realms and Guild Dungeons are exclusive rewards and do not count toward periodic limits.
Ranking rewards for Hero’s Realm Leaderboard – Bloodstained Sands will be available on: April 3, 2026, 5:00:00 (UTC+8)
Please note that the leaderboard runs for one round only, and will not count toward hero title rewards in the Hero’s Realm Leaderboard, though badge rewards for making the list remain yours to claim.
Crimson Desert has had a mixed reception since its release, even though it managed to sell more than 3 million copies in just a few days.
Raging Tides
How to Join
Reach Lv. 10 and meet any of the following requirements to join Raging Tides:
Perform the ritual honoring past heroes in Northern Vow Ruins
Complete Liangzhou Encounter – Gourd of Remembrance
Drink 100 jars of wine
How to Get Promoted
Sect Status: Battle meets the brew here. Raging Tides disciples can rise from soldier to Lord of the Frontier Division General.
Players becoming the Division General can obtain the Berserker’s Vat for one week and summon all Raging Tides disciples to drink deep.
Disciple Test
Each day, wayward disciples face the Bound Feet Restriction, a trial of military order.
Sect Offers
The Sect Shop refreshes with exclusive goods:
Appearance Set – Infinite Tides
Avatar – Infinite Tides
Exclusive Nameplate: Sect – Raging Tides
Emote – Flag Stomp
Emote – Bottoms Up
Decoration – Wine Jar
Inscription: Sect – Raging Tides
All can be exchanged with Jianghu Reputation.
New Path: Stonesplit – Strength
New Path Stonesplit – Strength unveiled, along with corresponding Heng Blade Martial Art – Snowparting Blade and Mo Blade Martial Art – Phalanxbane Blade!
Snowparting Blade: One slash, snow falls silent. A second, blizzard unleashed. Steel-strong in defense, razor-sharp in offense. A one-on-one killer, its chill edge strikes true.
Phalanxbane Blade: Forged from the unyielding spirit of the Anxi Army. Unbreakable defense, thunderous offense, and the power to summon heroic spirits to shatter formations.
Both excel against solo bosses and in the Arena. Mix and match with other Martial Arts and Mystic Skills to unlock their full potential.
New Mystic Skill – Goosy Slide
Acquisition Methods
Unlocked automatically after the version update
Intro
When Mystic Skill – Goosy Slide is used, the secret method rises like a rainbow through the sun, falls like snow on ancient pines. Before combat, masters kneel with the force of dragons, shattering courage and earth alike with their audacious gesture.
In certain Campaign Boss fights, using Goosy Slide may grant a chance to clear the campaign instantly.
There is no doubt that Crimson Desert has been one of the most successful games of 2026 so far.
Landlords (Wandering Paths Mode)
Participation Requirements
Reach Lv. 32 and complete Kaifeng Main Chapter: New Arrival in Kaifeng – Begin the Journey
Intro
Landlords, a new Wandering Paths mode, is a three-player card game.
The tycoon and other players face off in two camps, using card strategies and coordination with allies to compete. The side that runs out of cards first wins.
Switch to Online Mode and go to Kaifeng – Fairgrounds to exchange for chips and play cards.
Guild War – New Functions
Battlegroup Switch
Battlegroup Switch is available after the version update. After the settlement of each Guild War League round and before group display, the Guild Leader and Deputy Leaders can change the Battlegroup.
Doing so resets Ranked Match and League points, placing the guild in the Stealth Jester Group.
The first switch each season is free; subsequent ones cost 50,000 Guild Fund.
Season-End Dash
Event Time
April 22–30, 2026
Introduction
The Rewind season nears its end! Seize the final hours via Season-End Dash!
Complete weekly quests to earn:
Bonus Talisman
Echo Jade
Inner Way Note: Chest
and more
Weekly quests reset every Monday at 5:00:00 (UTC+8).
New Item – Wandering Signpost
Acquisition Methods
Craft through Bag -> Craft -> Manual or buy it from the Season Shop.
Feature Description
New Item – Wandering Signpost features varied looks and functions, and even more to share.
Leave a Clear Reflection: Record 30-second clips and post them via the signpost.
Share Outfits: Style outfits in the Wardrobe and share them; others can try them on.
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With a patch this significant, don’t be surprised to see a follow-up hotfix be released soon after.
Team Ninja has released Nioh 3 update 1.040.030, which the studio calls the version 1.04.03 patch. Aside from your usual bug fixes, this also includes feature enhancements to gameplay.
Players can also expect a significant amount of weapon-related bugs to be fixed, and even platform-specific fixes, too.
Fixed an issue preventing elemental effects from being applied to the weapon for the Martial Art Swift Step Heavy.
Samurai weapon: dual swords
Fixed an issue where Dodging and then transitioning from a Quick Attack or Dash Attack to a Strong Attack would trigger the wrong attack.
Samurai weapon: spear
Fixed an issue allowing enemies to block the Martial Art Spear Flourish even after the player successfully performed a Max Ki Pulse.
Samurai weapon: axe
Fixed an issue allowing the player to perform the Martial Art Darting Blade consecutively if they had an axe equipped for melee weapon 1 and 2.
Fixed an issue where the directionality of the Martial Art Soul Devourer was sometimes incorrect.
Fixed an issue causing an unintended Martial Art to be triggered when holding down the input for a Strong Attack after successfully performing the Martial Art Spinning Slide.
Fixed an issue where the Ninjutsu Gauge, Arts Gauge, and Spirit Force Gauge would not fill after hitting an enemy with the Martial Art Retreating Axe.
Samurai weapon: cestuses
Fixed an issue causing the input for the Martial Art Opportunist to be incorrect if the player had already blocked an enemy’s attack with that Martial Art.
Fixed an issue that prevented the Martial Art Dancing Kick from being triggered at certain times.
Ninja weapon: talons
Fixed an issue causing the input for the Martial Art Opportunist to be incorrect if the player had already blocked an enemy’s attack with that Martial Art.
Ninja weapon: kusarigama
Fixed an issue that sometimes prevented the Martial Art Leaping Strike Fire from hitting enemies.
Ninja weapon: dual ninja swords
Fixed an issue that sometimes prevented the Martial Art Cloudsplitter Fire from hitting enemies.
Fixed an issue where the Ninjutsu Gauge, Arts Gauge, and Spirit Force Gauge would not fill after hitting an enemy with the Martial Art Cloudsplitter Fire.
Ninja weapon: hatchets
Fixed an issue preventing mid-air Martial Arts from being triggered following a mid-air Dodge.
Fixed an issue that sometimes prevented the wave from the Martial Art Death from Above Water from hitting enemies.
Fixed an issue allowing the player to perform the Martial Art Dragonfly consecutively if they held down the input while their Ki was depleted.
Ninja weapon: tonfa
Fixed an issue preventing Combination Input Martial Art 2 from being triggered if the Combination Input Martial Art 1 under Arts Customization was removed.
Fixed an issue preventing Combination Input Martial Art 2 from being triggered after moving in mid-air following the Martial Art Sacred Fire.
While Disney+ continues to grow its content library, the company is reportedly considering the purchase of Epic Games and Fortnite.
Other
Fixed an issue where pressing the inputs for Aim Ranged Weapon and Restore Stance at the same time while equipped with the Samurai weapons dual swords or spear or the Ninja weapons dual ninja sword or tonfa would result in a Style Shift being triggered instead.
Fixed an issue that sometimes prevented Strong Attacks from being triggered following a Dodge while equipped with the Ninja weapons dual ninja swords or tonfa.
Fixed an issue preventing the Martial Arts Iai Quickdraw and Tiger Sprint for the Samurai weapon the sword, along with the Martial Arts Sign of the Cross and Sign of the Cross Pierce for the Samurai weapon the dual swords, from being performed consecutively during Arts Proficiency.
Bug Fixes
Fixed an issue where if the player used a Summoning Seal while using an item and moving at the same time while the Skill The More the Merrier was active, the number of Summoning Seals would decrease instead of the item.
Fixed an issue that made it take longer to use items other than Summoning Seals while the Skill The More the Merrier was active.
Fixed an issue preventing an increase in the count of certain Ninjutsu while the Ninja Skill Ninjutsu Link was active.
Fixed an issue that sometimes triggered Grapple instead of Martial Arts when using Combination Input Martial Art 2 if Toggle Grapple and Martial Arts was enabled under Controls in the System Menu.
Fixed an issue that sometimes made it impossible to defeat enemies in boss battles or Lesser Crucibles.
Made changes so that if the player is unable to open the door before the boss battle and advance the story during The Spirit Tree Village in “247 CE – Antiquity” in Shogun’s Journey, the issue will be resolved when they next load their save data.
Fixed an issue that sometimes made it impossible to destroy Lesser Crucible spikes and therefore progress the story under certain conditions in the mission A Sinister End.
Fixed an issue that would return chests in Matsuo-taisha Shrine and the palace to their locked state under certain conditions in the Myth Memories in the Blade.
Fixed an issue that sometimes enabled the player to repeatedly obtain Daidara Bocchi’s Soul Core without having completed the Myth Disaster at Lake Hamana.
Fixed an issue where interacting with Hattori Hanzo at certain points would not progress the story as it should have in the Myth Searching for a Spy.
Fixed an issue causing the player to become stuck in the environment around Futamata Castle in “1572 CE – Warring States,” making it impossible to progress.
Fixed an issue that prevented the merchant in Funaokayama in “1190 CE – Heian” from appearing unless the player had completed the mission The Demon of the Haunting Caves.
Fixed an issue that occasionally caused surrounding characters to take damage if the player activated lanterns with Sacred Arrows at Kiyomizu Temple in “1864 CE – Bakumatsu.”
Fixed an issue where the special effect Ki Damage (Deflect) for the set bonus General of Ruin would have no effect on Ryomen Sukuna’s attacks.
Fixed an issue that caused incorrect spirit Force consumption for some Ninjutsu through the effect Spirit Force Ignition for the set bonus Matchless Resentment while item effects that bestow weapons with elemental attributes were active.
Fixed an issue where giving the blacksmith the smithing texts for Wooden Sword, Tokagemaru, Dual Wooden Swords, Dual Bloodstained Cleavers, Crucible Saws, and Yamanba’s Knives would only unlock forging for one Style.
Fixed an issue where the Warring States version of Hattori Hanzo appeared in some parts of the cutscenes Takechiyo’s Answer and Kunimatsu’s Wish.
Fixed an issue causing explanations in View Illustrations that were unlocked in different difficulty levels to return to their locked state.
Fixed an issue causing discrepancies in the number of acquired titles and the number of titles with 100% completion.
Fixed an issue where if the Demon of Pride, the Demon of Envy, or the Demon of Obsession were defeated following certain steps in online gameplay, and then the guest returned to their own world and defeated that demon again, it would become impossible to progress the story.
Fixed an issue that prevented recovery from Life Corrosion when the player returned to the Eternal Rift from a mission in Mission Mode Expeditions.
Fixed an issue causing unlocked clans to return to their locked state in the Hidden Teahouse in the second playthrough.
Fixed an issue where the calculations for the amount of Amrita acquired while playing Expeditions would be doubled under the Amrita Obtained section of the Gameplay Record.
Fixed an issue causing the individual ranking within clans under Clan Battles in the Hidden Teahouse to only show 100 places.
Fixed an issue where placing outside the ranking limits on the individual ranking page for each clan under Clan Battles in the Hidden Teahouse would cause the player’s points to be displayed as 0.
Fixed an issue preventing the Your Position button from working properly on the individual ranking page for all clans under Clan Battles in the Hidden Teahouse.
Made other minor fixes.
PlayStation®5
Bug Fixes
Fixed an issue causing the game to crash when the player selected the photo mode filter Ukiyo-e on the PlayStation®5 Pro.
Steam®
Adjustments/Feature Enhancements
Adjusted the timing of FPS changes to reduce lag when FPS Dynamic Adjustment is enabled.
Bug Fixes
Fixed an issue causing screen lag at certain times when using a joystick controller.
Fixed an issue where reverting the Dynamic Resolution to default settings in Resolution Advanced Settings under Visuals in the System Menu would cause the frame rate to exceed the frame rate cap.
Fixed an issue that prevented players from entering Arabic characters on text input screens.
This is one of the game’s biggest patches to date, and once Team Ninja releases another one, expect it here on MP1st.
Team Cherry has released the latest game update for Hollow Knight: Silksong and this applies more than just bug fixes, as it also adds a bench in one area, as well as improve the overall game experience by adjusting a few things.
Console gamers will see this download as the Hollow Knight: Silksong update 1.10/1.000.010, and it should be another small-file install.
It may be hard to believe, but we are now in the launch year of Grand Theft Auto 6.
For the complete list of changes made, read on for the patch notes.
Hollow Knight: Silksong Update on April 1 Improves Game Experience via Version 1.10/1.000.010
Here are the confirmed list of changes and fixes for today’s update:
Added new Traditional Chinese localisation.
Refined German translation to improve clarity and consistency with English version.
Allowed Silk Soar through top scene exits.
Fixed various instances of specific enemies being able to get stuck out of bounds.
Fixed various instances of Hornet being able to be pulled out of bounds by enemies.
Fixed Last Judge’s death explosion doing 3 damage (now 2), and not being reduced by Magma Bell.
Magma Bell now protects against all fire-type explosions.
Fixed another instance of Shrine Guardian Seth being able to push Hornet through a wall.
Fixed an instance of Lace (Cradle) getting out of bounds. Also various small fixes to prevent some rare, odd behaviours during the fight.
Fixed certain tools unintentionally being down-bounceable in specific instances.
Fixed Border Caves bounce-pods giving Silk & Health for certain Crests.
Fixed Snitch Pick not doing its 3rd hit of damage when in a memory.
Fixed issues with Wood Wasp colliders sometimes lingering longer than intended or not reactivating on respawn.
Fixed Choruses in Underworks not playing their full Needolin text.
Fixed an instance of Thread Rakers being able to get stuck out of bounds.
Savage Beastfly’s summoned minions now die when the boss is killed.
Far Fields Savage Beastfly is now stunned when hit by the hanging bomb rock.
Fixed an instance of tool quantity not updating correctly when unequipping Shell Satchel.
Fixed a rare instance of Lavalugs getting frozen in place.
Fixed fast travel unintentionally clearing Hunter focus.
Added a bench beside Pale Lake, before the Flea Caravan’s arrival.
Various minor fixes and tweaks.
While we don’t get regular updates for the game, it doesn’t need it. But if Team Cherry does release one, expect it here on MP1st.
Team Cherry has announced Sea of Sorrow as a free DLC set to drop sometime this year for the game. Expect that to come with not only new content, but a slew of improvements too.
Blizzard has released a minor update for Diablo 2: Resurrected on all platforms on April 1, and this delivers bug fixes related to various technical issues and more.
Console gamers will saee this patch as Diablo 2: Resurrected update 1.37/1.037 (complete version 1.037.000), with the game version showing 3.1.2 on the start screen once the patch has been applied.
For the complete list of changes, read on for the official patch notes.
Diablo 2: Resurrected April 1 Update Applies Various Fixes
Bug Fixes
General
Fixed various crash and disconnect issues.
Fixed various resolution and UI panel sizing issues.
Fixed various graphics rendering issues across multiple areas.
Fixed an issue where your Battle.net tag could be shown in game chat instead of their character name.
Fixed an issue where players could retain Blood Oath even if they lost all skill points.
Fixed an issue where Warlock pets could die when using Blood Boil multiple times in a short duration.
Updated Warlock Death Hex status VFX to have lower volume.
Updated the number of daggers that can be found on vendors.
That’s about it. Given the game’s age, don’t expect any new content for it, though we did get the Warlock class DLC a few months ago, so anything’s possible.
Sony is reportedly working not only on the PlayStation 6, the successor to the PS5, but also on a handheld model.
For the complete details on what got changed, read on for the official patch notes.
Apex Legends Update on April 1 Delivers Legend Changes
Here’s what’s new per Respawn.
FIXED
Various audio stability improvements that should result in fewer instances where audio does not play, across all game modes
Gibraltar’s arm shield no longer blocks view while crouched
Gibraltar shield is now appropriately hidden during the Dual Katana inspect animation
Using a Shield Cell while sliding and having the Epyon Heat Rod equipped will no longer slow your slide
Back Fire’s skydive trail now has all intended sound effects
Removed account badges awarded as a result of damage stats inflated by a recent Buster Rifle bug
Various server and client crash fixes / stability improvements
ADJUSTED
OCTANE
Removed Fast Reloads from Daredevil
Increased max time extension for Stim Surge to 6s for Daredevil
Reduced Thick Skin to -5 HP instead of -10
Bear in mind, this patch doesn’t resolve all the issues tied to the game, and speaking of which, here are the confirmed items Respawn is checking currently via the official Apex Legends Trello board.
Investigating
Caustic’s traps are triggering his other traps
Ongoing Audio Issues
Some players are unable to join Valkyrie’s Ult
In Progress
Some Nessies are missing from the firing range
Once another patch is pushed out, expect it here on MP1st.
Following the release of the Flashpoint Update for ARC Raiders yesterday, Embark Studios has pushed out a hotfix across all platforms today, April 1.
Console gamers will see this download appear as ARC Raiders update 1.000.034, and this is a minor patch that should be small when it comes to file sizes.
Sony is reportedly working not only on the PlayStation 6, the successor to the PS5, but also on a handheld model.
Given the amount of new content pushed out yesterday, don’t expect much from today’s patch outside of fixes.
ARC Raiders New Hotfix Released on April 1 to Resolve Stability Issues
Per Embark, here’s what’s new in today’s hotfix, “We’ve just deployed a hotfix that addresses a crash affecting some players,” and this should be live on Xbox as well.
Outside of today’s hotfix resolving crashing issues, there are still a handful of bugs that are affecting gamers.
ARC Raiders Known Issues as of April 1, 2026
The Firefly may sometimes disappear after going idle and drop an incendiary grenade.
The persistent sound of a destroyed Comet can be heard occasionally.
Shredders float to the ceiling in some rooms of the Hidden Bunker
ARC may spawn inside the geometry on The Dam.
There is an invisible collision under the Turret at a few locations on Buried City and Spaceport.
Flying ARC may sometimes appear stuck in idle.
Helmet visors become transparent after the first extraction.
‘Purchase Raider Tokens’ page may appear in front of the inbox and profile page when switching between them.
Player animations may appear broken when interrupting a search of the Baron Husk.
Pressing fire with an empty mag triggers a reload, and once the reload is complete, the weapon automatically fires a shot without an additional trigger press.
When equipping quick-use items, clicking too rapidly may prevent them from activating – you need to release and press again for the input to register.
The top stairs in Grandioso apartments are not visible even though the collision is there.
If you haven’t logged in since yesterday, here’s a quick summary of some of the new content that’ll greet you in the Flashpoint Update.
What’s New?
Map Condition Close Scrutiny – ARC Operation
ARC – Vaporizer
Legendary Energy shotgun – Dolabra
Rare Medium Ammo SMG – Canto
Rare Deployable – Surge Coil
High-Gain Antenna Player Project
Shredders added to all maps
Scrappy Feeding Boost
Wasp Hunter Set
The Brigade Set
Given the known issues that still persists, don’t be surprised if we receive another update soon. IF Embark pushes one out, we’ll have it up on the site.
For those who want their game to jump into the ARC Raiders train, the extraction shooter is discounted significantly as part of the PlayStation Store Spring Sale.
We're here to be the bearer of bad news, as the recent slate of PlayStation devices are the latest products that will see a price increase starting next week.
PS6 Handheld Said to Outperform Xbox Series S
According to AMD leaker KeplerL2 on NeoGAF, the PS6 handheld’s GPU is said to be “a bit ahead” of the Xbox Series S in rasterization and “massively ahead” in areas such as ray tracing and path tracing.
It is worth noting that this handheld is expected to be compatible with the PS6 catalog. Although games will likely be scalable in terms of resolution and frame rate — something Sony is already said to be preparing for — it will still need more advanced lighting effects than those available on the current generation of consoles.
The insider also highlighted the system’s upscaling capabilities, noting that the Nintendo Switch 2 uses DLSS 2 (CNN), with some titles also supporting DLSS Lite, while the upcoming FSR5/PSSR3 is expected to offer better image quality than the current DLSS 4.5.
Some of the leaked specifications from August for the handheld, reportedly codenamed PS6 Canis Handheld, are as follows:
4 x Zen 6c Cores
2 x Zen 6 LP Cores
16 x RDNA 5 CUs
192-bit LPDDR5X (24GB)
135mm² TSMC 3nm
Nothing has been mentioned yet about a possible price or release date. However, the standard PlayStation 6 is now likely to be delayed until 2028 or 2029 as Sony reviews its plans, while Nintendo may also raise the Switch 2 price later this year.
Epic Games is celebrating April Fools Day in a big way, as the developers have pushed out Fortnite update 5.06 on all platforms, bringing the April Fools content for a limited time, as well as the OG Season 8 items.
There’s also a handful of fixes aimed at bugs and the mobile version too.
Officially, Epic Games calls this patch v40.10, which is what gamers will see in the game’s main menu screen.
Fortnite April Fools Day Version 5.06 Now Live
The April Fools update is active for 24 hours only from April 1st 5:30 AM ET to April 2nd 5:30 AM ET.
Big Heads – Players have enlarged heads. How does that work on Peely? We had to get a bit creative.
Finger Guns – Special finger guns go pew pew.
Shoulder Riding – Players can ride on teammates’ shoulders with multi-stacking capability (infinite, if your balance is good enough?).
Llama Riding – Rideable Llamas have appeared around the Island. Yeehaw!
Fall Damage Immunity – Instead of taking fall damage, players make a splat sound when landing.
All April Fools fun is included in Unranked Battle Royale and Blitz. Everything except for Big Heads is included in
Crimson Desert has had a mixed reception since its release, even though it managed to sell more than 3 million copies in just a few days.
General Fixes and Improvements
We’ve made some balance improvements:
Chaos Reloader Shotgun
Body shot damage has been slightly reduced
Reload speed is now consistent across all rarities
Mythic damage now matches Legendary rarity
Twin Mag SMG
You’ll now see less spread while firing, jumping, sprinting and sliding
Spread has been slightly increased while crouching
Added Text-To-Speech and Speech-To-Text options in English. Enable these options in the ‘Communication’ Settings tab to have messages read aloud and use your mic to dictate text chats.
Fixed an issue where Slapperoni Pizza could grant the Slap effect without consuming a slice.
You’ll no longer get stuck under the terrain when using the Particle Accelerator with the Overdrive Grenade effect.
Using a Zipline near Latte Landing will no longer send you flying without fall damage immunity.
The Season X Umbrella no longer causes gray placeholder textures while gliding.
Equipped Pickaxes will no longer appear with missing textures after a player is revived or rebooted.
Fixed a visual issue where Axo’s “Midnight” Style could display unintended Outfit elements.
Hades’ facial expressions now animate correctly when using the Underworld Anger Emote.
The Overlay Contrail is again available in players’ Lockers.
[Reload] Morphite weapons no longer display incorrect ammo count on the Quick Bar.
Fixed an issue where some Gliders could display incorrect Styles or replace equipped Back Blings.
Fortnite Mobile v40.10 Improvements
More HUD Layout Slots
We’ve heard your feedback on wanting more flexibility around HUD layouts – you can now save up to 12 custom HUD layouts in the HUD Layout Tool, allowing you to try out different setups without needing to overwrite the existing ones.
Rivalry Ranks Easier to Read
The Rivalry rank display is now larger and easier to read across devices.
There is no doubt that Crimson Desert has been one of the most successful games of 2026 so far.
Bug Fixes
Text chat is now available again in Fortnite OG matches.
Tap the Text Chat icon in the upper-right and join the conversation!
Vehicle Radio buttons can now be re-added after being removed from the HUD Layout Tool.
Fixed an issue where Aim Assist could trigger without active input when Auto Fire is enabled.
Storm Surge Damage Threshold indicator now correctly appears during Competitive matches.
The Dash icon no longer incorrectly appears on the Glider button after entering a Rift.
While in a party, the Chat and Microphone buttons no longer appear duplicated on the Showdown tab.
Fixed an issue where chat message and group invite push notifications were unintentionally turned off for players who had opted in to receive push notifications.
You can change your preferences anytime in Settings > Account and Privacy > Social Push Notifications.
[Blitz] The Lawless Slap Jug can now be used directly from the Quick Bar.
[Blitz] Accolade, Quest, and XP notifications now appear on the left side of the screen, no longer overlapping with level-up and reward widgets.
Fortnite OG Season 8 Update Available Today
NEW OG PASS
A throwback to the classic Season 8 Battle Pass characters, look the part for a treasure hunt with three new Outfits. The first Outfit, Synthesis, is unlocked right away when you purchase the OG Pass or get it with Fortnite Crew.
LOOK OUT FOR LOOT
Get the dub with long lost plunder new to Fortnite OG:
Treasure Map – Will lead you to a buried treasure chest complete with a Chug Jug and Legendary weapon.
Pirate Cannon – Launch yourself or a teammate like a cannonball, great for breaking builds. Ready, aim, fire!
Flint-Knock Pistol – One of the true OGs is back! The force of your shot will send you and your target flying back like ships in the night.
Aye, look out for more items like The Baller unlocking later in the Season.
Check out the lineup of what’s unvaulted and carrying over at the start of the season:
Impulse Grenades
Boogie Bomb
Rift-to-Go
Hunting Rifle
Bandages
Med Kits
Apples
Mushrooms
Small Shield Potions
Shield Potions
Slurp Juice
Chug Jugs
Assault Rifles
Suppressed Assault Rifles
Heavy Assault Rifles
Scoped Assault Rifles
Thermal Scoped Assault Rifles
Pistols
Suppressed Pistols
Hand Cannons
Dual Pistols
Scoped Revolvers
Suppressed Submachine Guns
Compact SMGs
Pump Shotguns
Tactical Shotguns
Heavy Sniper Rifles
Suppressed Sniper Rifles
Grenade Launchers
Rocket Launchers
Miniguns
Clingers
Balloons
Bushes
Cozy Campfires
Dynamite
Itemized Glider Redeploy
Stink Bombs
Supply Llamas
Mounted Turrets
Port-A-Bunker (Zero Build-only)
There’s a lot to enjoy in today’s update, and if Epic pushes a hotfix for anything, we’ll let our readers know.
Epic Games has released the Fortnite April Fools update today, April 1, and this is for version 40.10! This is a limited-time update that ends tomorrow, though there is also other stuff included in it too.
Console gamers will see this download as Fortnite update 1.000.217, and this also brings OG Season 8 into the fold, and this one won’t expire after a day.
Crimson Desert has had a mixed reception since its release, even though it managed to sell more than 3 million copies in just a few days.
General Fixes and Improvements
We’ve made some balance improvements:
Chaos Reloader Shotgun
Body shot damage has been slightly reduced
Reload speed is now consistent across all rarities
Mythic damage now matches Legendary rarity
Twin Mag SMG
You’ll now see less spread while firing, jumping, sprinting and sliding
Spread has been slightly increased while crouching
Added Text-To-Speech and Speech-To-Text options in English. Enable these options in the ‘Communication’ Settings tab to have messages read aloud and use your mic to dictate text chats.
Fixed an issue where Slapperoni Pizza could grant the Slap effect without consuming a slice.
You’ll no longer get stuck under the terrain when using the Particle Accelerator with the Overdrive Grenade effect.
Using a Zipline near Latte Landing will no longer send you flying without fall damage immunity.
The Season X Umbrella no longer causes gray placeholder textures while gliding.
Equipped Pickaxes will no longer appear with missing textures after a player is revived or rebooted.
Fixed a visual issue where Axo’s “Midnight” Style could display unintended Outfit elements.
Hades’ facial expressions now animate correctly when using the Underworld Anger Emote.
The Overlay Contrail is again available in players’ Lockers.
[Reload] Morphite weapons no longer display incorrect ammo count on the Quick Bar.
Fixed an issue where some Gliders could display incorrect Styles or replace equipped Back Blings.
Fortnite Mobile v40.10 Improvements
More HUD Layout Slots
We’ve heard your feedback on wanting more flexibility around HUD layouts – you can now save up to 12 custom HUD layouts in the HUD Layout Tool, allowing you to try out different setups without needing to overwrite the existing ones.
Rivalry Ranks Easier to Read
The Rivalry rank display is now larger and easier to read across devices.
There is no doubt that Crimson Desert has been one of the most successful games of 2026 so far.
Bug Fixes
Text chat is now available again in Fortnite OG matches.
Tap the Text Chat icon in the upper-right and join the conversation!
Vehicle Radio buttons can now be re-added after being removed from the HUD Layout Tool.
Fixed an issue where Aim Assist could trigger without active input when Auto Fire is enabled.
Storm Surge Damage Threshold indicator now correctly appears during Competitive matches.
The Dash icon no longer incorrectly appears on the Glider button after entering a Rift.
While in a party, the Chat and Microphone buttons no longer appear duplicated on the Showdown tab.
Fixed an issue where chat message and group invite push notifications were unintentionally turned off for players who had opted in to receive push notifications.
You can change your preferences anytime in Settings > Account and Privacy > Social Push Notifications.
[Blitz] The Lawless Slap Jug can now be used directly from the Quick Bar.
[Blitz] Accolade, Quest, and XP notifications now appear on the left side of the screen, no longer overlapping with level-up and reward widgets.
Fortnite OG Season 8 Update Available Today
NEW OG PASS
A throwback to the classic Season 8 Battle Pass characters, look the part for a treasure hunt with three new Outfits. The first Outfit, Synthesis, is unlocked right away when you purchase the OG Pass or get it with Fortnite Crew.
LOOK OUT FOR LOOT
Get the dub with long lost plunder new to Fortnite OG:
Treasure Map – Will lead you to a buried treasure chest complete with a Chug Jug and Legendary weapon.
Pirate Cannon – Launch yourself or a teammate like a cannonball, great for breaking builds. Ready, aim, fire!
Flint-Knock Pistol – One of the true OGs is back! The force of your shot will send you and your target flying back like ships in the night.
Aye, look out for more items like The Baller unlocking later in the Season.
Check out the lineup of what’s unvaulted and carrying over at the start of the season:
Impulse Grenades
Boogie Bomb
Rift-to-Go
Hunting Rifle
Bandages
Med Kits
Apples
Mushrooms
Small Shield Potions
Shield Potions
Slurp Juice
Chug Jugs
Assault Rifles
Suppressed Assault Rifles
Heavy Assault Rifles
Scoped Assault Rifles
Thermal Scoped Assault Rifles
Pistols
Suppressed Pistols
Hand Cannons
Dual Pistols
Scoped Revolvers
Suppressed Submachine Guns
Compact SMGs
Pump Shotguns
Tactical Shotguns
Heavy Sniper Rifles
Suppressed Sniper Rifles
Grenade Launchers
Rocket Launchers
Miniguns
Clingers
Balloons
Bushes
Cozy Campfires
Dynamite
Itemized Glider Redeploy
Stink Bombs
Supply Llamas
Mounted Turrets
Port-A-Bunker (Zero Build-only)
There’s a lot to enjoy in today’s update, and if Epic pushes a hotfix for anything, we’ll let our readers know.
As part of the game’s first anniversary, Neople has released The First Berserker: Khazan update 1.021.007 (Xbox: 1.1.21.7, Steam: 565386), and this also includes bug fixes too.
The First Berserker: Khazan Anniversary Update Dishes Out Free Items
[1st Anniversary Gift]
With heartfelt gratitude, we are distributing the ‘1st Anniversary Gift’ to all Berserkers who have carried that inextinguishable fury with us through this past year. Please refer to the details below.
Eligible Users: All users who own the main game (Giveaway)
Reward Item: 1st Anniversary Gift
Package Contents: Immortal Fury Set – 1 Type of Armor Set (M/F), 1 Type each for all Weapons (Shared)
How to Get : 1st Anniversary Gift will be delivered to your in-game Mailbox, which is accessible from the Crevice after clearing Mission 2
If you have reached your maximum carrying limit for gear, please try again after making room in your inventory.
Weapons are shared and can be equipped by both Khazan (M) and Khazan (F).
Gift Details
Armor
Immortal Fury set armor consists of five parts: Helm, Gauntlets, Cuirass, Leggings, and Combat Boots, and supports Augment Gear, Change Attributes, and Change Appearance.
Immortal Fury Set Armor (M, F)
Weapon
Immortal Fury set weapon consists of 1 Dual Wield, 1 Greatsword, and 1 Spear, and supports Augment Gear, Change Attributes, and Change Appearance, and Convert Scaling.
Greatsword of Chronicles
Dual Wield of Immortal Adamantine
Sanguine Vanguard Spear
[Bug Fixes]
The following is a bug fix from this update that directly impacts gameplay
(PS5 Pro) Fixed an issue where shadows and ambient occlusion were not applied in certain areas.
Once another patch is released, we’ll let our readers know. That said, outside of bug fixes, we don’t expect the game to receive regular updates.
Blizzard Entertainment has released a new title update for Overwatch 2 on all platforms on March 31, and this is a minor patch that addresses a few bugs.
Console gamers will see this as Overwatch 2 update 4.23/1.000.087, and this is one of the shortest changelogs we’ve seen for the game thus far.
As part of today’s maintenance, Bungie has released a new game update for Destiny 2 as version 9.5.6.1. Console gamers will see this download as Destiny 2 update 3.94/1.189, and this brings fixes to the Guardian Games and more.
This is a small patch in comparison to what we’ve usually gotten from Bungie.
As expected, Mojang has released a follow-up patch to the Tiny Takeover content drop for Minecraft. Called Bedrock verseion 26.12, this hotfix shows up on consoles as Minecraft update 3.35/1.045 (complete version 1.045.000).
This is a minor update and doesn’t include a long list of changes, but it’s still one that should be appreciated by players nonetheless.
Back in 2025, Steam and itch.io began removing games with explicit content on a large scale. It was later reported that the pressure came from payment operators and card companies, which believed those projects violated their rules. As a result, hundreds of games were removed from digital stores like Steam.
This caused concern among developers, since many of the removed games belonged to legal businesses. It also led to questions about how much control payment companies should have over what legal content stays online.
Steam is often at the center of news in the gaming industry, from new hardware announcements to discussions about how well a game performs on the platform.
FTC Sends Warning to Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, and Stripe
Now, in a new development, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has sent warnings to major payment systems, including Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, and Stripe.
The letters, sent by FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson, remind these companies that U.S. law does not allow financial services to restrict access because of political or religious views, or because of their lawful business activity.
The FTC said that law-abiding individuals and businesses need to be able to use the financial system freely in order to fully take part in commerce and public life. Because of this, the restrictions imposed by payment services could be seen as going against the principles of free trade.
Although the regulator’s action is not directly aimed at protecting developers of NSFW games, it could still indirectly influence the policies of payment companies. If those restrictions are reviewed, it may create a path for previously removed games to return to Steam and other platforms.
With the PS5 DualSense controller, Sony already improved on the older DualShock design by adding new features like haptic feedback.
For the complete info, read on for the official patch notes.
Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered New Update Released on March 31 for Gameplay Fixes
GRAPHICS
Fixed Low Resolution on New Outfits: Low resolution textures and clipping issues on the 10 new outfits has been resolved.
Fixed Broken Braid Physics: Lara’s braid physics no longer clip into her body in Photo Mode.
Texture Mismatch Issues: should be resolved now, please report any further issues at support.aspyr.com.
GAMEPLAY
Fixed Incorrect Ammo Values: Ammo count displays correct values now. Ammo items are no longer duplicated when the user comes from the pause menu.
Fixed Incorrect Modifier CR: All modifiers show the correct CR value now.
Fixed Speed Demon Not Unlockable: Speed Demon Gold/Advanced now unlocks after reaching unlock condition.
Fixed Laser Beams: Red laser beams now deal damage to Lara in the High Security Compound and Area 51 levels.
AUDIO-RELATED
Fixed Music Overlap: Main music now stops when a level begins.
Fixed Sound Effect Stacking: Picking up an item in Tomb Raider II no longer causes the “healing,” “pickup,” and “negation” sound effects to play at the same time.
