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SEGA has released a new trailer for Super Monkey Ball: Banana Rumble dubbed the “Adventure” trailer, as well as new information and screenshots on the game’s assist features and worlds.

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Powerful Pro Baseball 2024-2025 will launch for PlayStation 4 and Switch on July 18 in Japan for 7,700 yen (8,470 yen with tax), Konami announced. Physical edition pre-orders are now available.

Dicefolk, a highly rated creature collector roguelike, is coming soon to the Nintendo Switch, where it's looking to find a new audience after quickly racking up great reviews on Steam. Games that market themselves as new approaches to the Pokemon formula are starting to sprout up more and more as they seemingly try to replicate the success of Palworld from earlier this year.

Fans of cozy games like Animal Crossing: New Horizons have a new game to keep an eye on as Amber Isle has been announced for Nintendo Switch and Steam. This in-development game with Animal Crossing vibes puts an intriguing and adorable spin on the genre by placing players on an island full of dinosaurs and other prehistoric life.

Electronic Arts has recently launched EA Sports FC 24 update #12, bringing some fixes and enhancements to the game while addressing various aspects to improve the overall gaming experience for players. This EA Sports FC 24 update was released across multiple platforms, including Nintendo Switch, PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

Overwatch 2 has revealed changes to 10 heroes that will be available in Season 10, including adjustments to the upcoming hero Venture. Overwatch 2 Season 10 is highly anticipated due to the number of changes announced by Blizzard. These tweaks promise to change Overwatch 2 significantly, shaking up the current state of the hero shooter.

Fortnite is hosting another Coachella event, and this year it's bigger than ever before. Fortnite launched nearly seven years ago, and over this time, the game has hosted all kinds of memorable crossover events.

Following the shutdown of Nintendo 3DS and Wii U online services on April 8, some Pokemon fans took to social media to find out what would happen if a Pokemon was deposited into the Global Trading System (GTS) before the shutdown. To their dismay, Pokemon fans reported that any Pokemon left on the GTS were lost forever.

Many users report that their Amazon pre-orders for physical copies of two anticipated Nintendo remakes, Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door and Luigi's Mansion 2 HD, have been unexpectedly canceled. Fortunately, Amazon users still have time to pre-order physical copies of the games through other retailers before they release later this year.

The long-awaited v29.20 patch brought tons of content to Fortnite, but many fans were taken aback when they found out that Epic Games had removed cosmetic items' rarity system. Before the Battle Royale game mode was released, Fortnite only consisted of Save the World. The tier system which was then implemented in Fortnite Battle Royale stemmed from the original rarities in Save the World.

Horror point-and-click adventure game Tales from Candleforth will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC via Steam and GOG on April 30, publisher Feardemic and developer Under the Bed Games announced.

Publisher Good Shepherd Entertainment and developers LEAP Game Studios and Tiny Ghoul will release a Switch version of Dicefolk, a tactical roguelite game that combines monster collection and dice mechanics, the companies announced.

Publisher Team17 and developer Ambertail Games have announced Amber Isle, a dinosaur-themed shop management game coming to Switch and PC via Steam. A release date was not announced.

Mortal Kombat 1 downloadable content character Ermac will launch on April 16 for Kombat Pack owners and April 23 for all users, publisher Warner Bros. Games and developer NetherRealm Studios announced.

Publisher Bandai Namco and developer Dimps have announced Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 downloadable content “Future Saga Chapter 1” playable characters Android 18 (DB Super) and Videl (DB Super).

Netherrealm Studios finally releases the recently teased Ermac trailer for Mortal Kombat 1, showcasing the upcoming DLC character alongside the new Kameo fighter Mavado, as well as when players can add them to the roster. Following its launch last year, Netherrealm Studios continues to tweak and evolve the core Mortal Kombat 1 experience for fans both through updates as well as new character releases.

Players will be able to enable proximity chat in Fortnite's Creative game mode soon. In the early days, Fortnite was exclusively a PvE game through Save the World, though things wouldn't really take off until the Battle Royale game mode arrived a few months later. As the game's popularity increased, Epic Games decided to explore more options with Fortnite. The Playground game mode was a hit, as it allowed fans to create their matches with a small group of friends and customize certain features, such as fall damage and friendly fire, in order to have fun on Athena island, the OG Fortnite map.

Botany Manor, a relaxing puzzle and adventure game developed by Balloon Studios, is now available as a day one launch title for Xbox Game Pass subscribers, and the highly rated interactive story Kona is also making a return to the service. Set in an expansive estate in 1890’s Somerset, England, Botany Manor is an immersive sim that puts players in the role of Arabella Greene, a retired botanist who continues to dabble in her passion and research. Many players will enjoy spending several relaxing hours completing Arabella’s botany research, growing rare plants, and filling out her botanical record.

A Minecraft player shares a video of the incredible progression of a world that they created in 2010. As Minecraft has been available for over a decade, some Seeds have evolved over the years, and this is a prime example.

Ready, Steady, Ship, a brand new couch co-op game, will be officially launching on multiple platforms on April 19. Developer JollyBits has finally announced the official release date for Ready, Steady, Ship, a game that challenges up to two players with various action-packed puzzles and hectic gameplay involving conveyor belts. Ready, Steady, Ship will join other co-op titles on the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch, as well as on PC via Steam, the Epic Games Store, and GOG.

Mortal Kombat 1 director Ed Boon recently teased a big reveal for later this week, namely a look at the upcoming DLC character Ermac. Mortal Kombat 1’s roster is already jam-packed with revamped versions of some of the franchise’s most noted fighters, and NetherRealm has been adding even more to its latest fighting title post-launch. So far, players have been able to step into the arena as returning Mortal Kombat 1 fighter Quan Chi alongside special guests like Peacemaker and Omni-Man from the hit Invincible animated series.

The developer of Balatro, LocalThunk, has launched the first major update for the game this week. Public testers can now access Balatro's 1.0.1 version, while the general public will have to wait about a week before the release, provided everything goes according to plan. The developer indicated the update may be delayed depending on the testers' feedback.

A cease and desist letter for Friday the 13th Resurrected has been served to its developer, ending the campaign to bring the fan-made game to Steam. With Friday the 13th: The Game no longer available to download either, fans will need to continue getting their Jason Voorhees fix elsewhere.

Couch cooperative action game Ready, Steady, Ship! will launch for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC via Steam and GOG on April 19, publisher Untold Tales and developer Jollybits Games announced.

Publisher City Connection and developer Happymeal have announced Final Formation, the second installment in its “Sci-Fi Multiverse Trilogy” following Final Exerion and a reboot of the Jaleco side-scrolling shoot ’em up game Formation Z. It will launch for Switch and PC via Steam in 2024.

An inventive Overwatch 2 fan has created a skin concept that turns Venture into an Inkling from Splatoon 3. In its near-two-year journey, Overwatch 2 has received exciting collaborations with famous names that have turned into content for Blizzard's shooter. Among this content is the skins released for the heroes of Overwatch 2, changing their appearance to characters equally beloved by fans of pop culture.

A developer from Team Reptile, the indie studio behind Bomb Rush Cyberfunk, commented on the franchise's future, hoping to work on more games set in the same universe. Bomb Rush Cyberfunk is an indie platformer game that first launched on Nintendo Switch and PC last August. Players control a new member of the Bomb Rush Crew, Red, where they use their inline skates and other extreme sports equipment to spray paint the city of New Amsterdam.

Stardew Valley update 1.6 has introduced a way to make Dinosaur Eggs more valuable than Dinosaur Mayonnaise. While doing so requires some legwork, Stardew Valley players may still want to hold off on making any more Dinosaur Mayo if they're looking to maximize the fruits of their labor, profit-wise.

One crafty Lego Fortnite player has built an aesthetically pleasing castle on an island. Lego Fortnite is a new mode within the popular battle royale, which blends survival and crafting elements in a brick-based world. As with many survival games, it requires players to gather resources, craft tools, and take on a formidable roster of enemies to make some progress.

The latest update, version 1.04, has arrived for MLB The Show 24, the most recent installment of the annual baseball simulation series from San Diego Studio, released on March 19. This latest update for MLB The Show 24 brings various improvements by fixing bugs and has added Philadelphia Phillies City Connect jerseys.

A Pokemon Scarlet and Violet player developed a team strategy to defeat the Seven-Star Tera Raid boss, Meganium the Unrivaled, in one hit. The Pokemon Scarlet and Violet player recorded footage of the Tera raid battle, and they explained the steps they took on social media for otherPokemon trainers to use against the Herb Pokemon.

Following the release of Update 1.6 for Stardew Valley, a number of new players have jumped into the indie title, including one unfortunate player who learned a hard lesson about their 137 casks needing to be placed in a cellar to be usable. While there are a number of helpful guides for Stardew Valley, fans often find themselves running into common issues spurred on by poor planning.

Stardew Valley creator Eric «ConcernedApe» Barone recently gave fans a brief update on the console and mobile versions of the 1.6 update. Stardew Valley was released a whopping eight years ago, but the game is still receiving significant new updates. Just recently, Stardew Valley released Update 1.6, one of the game's biggest post-launch updates ever, but it's so far only available to PC gamers.

A dedicated Super Mario Maker player has completed a level that was initially declared «impossible» by the community, completing the goal of beating every single level uploaded to the game before the Wii U's services shut down. Nintendo previously announced the Wii U and 3DS online services will shut down on April 8, 2024.

Publisher Phoenixx and developer Neotro have announced NeverAwake downloadable content “FLASH BACK.” It will launch this summer.

City Connection and G.rev will release Under Defeat for PlayStation 5, Xbox, Switch, and PC via Steam this winter, the companies announced.

City Connection and G.rev will release Mamorukun Curse! for PlayStation 5, Xbox, Switch, and PC via Steam in 2025, the companies announced.

A Minecraft player has shared what they call a «simple» Dirt tower that includes an impressive amount of crops. Dirt is one of the first resources that Minecraft players will receive, and this may be one of the most effective uses of the resource.

Gamers have a unique chance to receive a free Iron Hands, one of various Paradox in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, but they must act fast, as it'll only be available for a couple of days. Pokemon Scarlet and Violet introduced players to Paradox Pokemon, close relatives of contemporary Pokemon with different type combinations and a similar yet alternative appearance.

Dead by Daylight has released a new community survey in order to get player feedback on a variety of major titles, like Helldivers 2 and Five Nights at Freddy's. Player satisfaction surveys for Dead by Daylight have helped developers get direct feedback on ways to improve the game, and this new survey could give some insight into some potential new content.

Nintendo has revealed the topic and three contestants for the next Splatoon 3 Splatfest, which will begin on April 19. The upcoming Splatoon 3 Splatfest event will feature a spring theme, and all players who participate will receive an enticing reward once the competitive event ends.

Fortnite's newest balancing update nerfs the Reaper Sniper Rifle and Frenzy Auto Shotgun while buffing the Chains of Hades and Waterbending. The patch also makes a change to Hand Cannons, which were re-introduced to Fortnite with Chapter 5 Season 2.

AnApex Legends leaker has claimed that Season 21 will introduce a quads mode, akimbo weapons, and more. The major update for Apex Legends is expected to release on or around May 7.

A player has clipped the moment in which they discover a Skyrim Draugr moving erratically in midair. Since Skyrim was released, there have been many strange occurrences captured by the community, but this may be the weirdest one involving a Draugr.

Fortnite may be crossing over with Planet of the Apes in time for the new movie, at least according to a reliable industry insider. There have been plenty of guest characters from across the realms of film, television, and even other video games in Fortnite, with one of the most recent ones adding the titular heroine from The Legend of Korra as a playable character skin.

Total sales for the God Wars series have surpassed 400,000 units worldwide as March 31, developer Dragami Games announced.

Shin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeance has offered fans a glimpse at some of its new story tidbits, demons, and locations, among other novelties. The content was showcased as part of the newly debuted SMT5: Vengeance trailer.

Epic Games has made it clear that it will not allow scams and trickery in Fortnite, threatening to remove any islands and accounts that continue to engage in this type of behavior. Fortnite started off with Save the World and the classic Battle Royale game mode, but as time went on and as the game grew in terms of popularity, other game modes — Rocket Racing, LEGO Fortnite, and Fortnite Festival — were introduced. The game's Creative Mode, which eventually evolved and became UENF or Creative 2.0, has been incredibly well received.

Falcom will release The Legend of Heroes: Trails through Daybreak II for Switch on July 25 in Japan for 4,800 yen, the company announced.

ATLUS has released the second official trailer for Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengence, which features new demons, dungeons, a new form for protagonist Nahobino, and more.

Publisher Nintendo and developer ARIKA have released a new trailer for Endless Ocean Luminous dubbed “Sounds of the Sea.”

With the release of Update 1.6, Stardew Valley has once again seen an increase in the number of fan-made player guides, including an incredibly helpful fishing chart. Stardew Valley has broken player count records with the content additions and gameplay changes of Update 1.6, and many fans are taking the opportunity to help new and returning players with useful community tools.

Sonic Superstars players have the chance to unlock another costume, this time a retro outfit for Amy Rose. This latest costume being added to the game is part of a collaboration with IHOP and adds to the extensive list of cosmetics available for Sonic and his pals in Sonic Superstars.

A player clips a bizarre Skyrim moment that highlights Adrianne Avenicci plummeting to her death. Some persistent Skyrim bugs continue to result in strange moments many years after the game's release, but this one may be among the most bizarre.

As part of Overwatch 2's newest teaser for Season 10, Blizzard hinted at what seems to be a Mythic Mercy skin coming to the game soon. The potential Mythic skin would be the tenth of its kind added to Overwatch 2.

Toybox Inc., the developer of the Millennium Kitchen-produced summer adventure game known as Natsu-Mon! 20th Century Summer Vacation in Japan, filed a trademark for the English title “Natsu-Mon: 20th Century Summer Kid” on March 28 in Japan.

Square Enix has released new information and screenshots for SaGa Emerald Beyond introducing Diva No. 5, a songstress mech who has lost her singing voice and body, and one of the game’s six protagonists.

Brace Yourself Games, in cooperation with Crypton Future Media, have announced Hatsune Miku as a downloadable content character for Crypt of the NecroDancer. She will launch is available now for PC via Steam and GOG for $1.99, followed by PlayStation 4 and Switch at a later date.

A devoted fan gave several beloved characters from Pokemon Scarlet and Violet a 90s retro-style anime makeover. Pokemon has garnered no shortage of talented followers throughout the years, and this particular piece is a glimpse into how Pokemon Scarlet and Violet might have appeared when the franchise was still in its infancy.

Famitsu has published its estimated physical game software data for Japan for the week of March 25, 2024 to March 31, 2024.

Inti Creates has announced PuzzMix, a new puzzle game coming to Switch on April 5, PC via Steam on April 19, and PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 on April 26. It will be priced at $3.99.

Nippon Ichi Software has announced Disgaea 7: Koremade no Zenbu Iri Hajimemashita., a bundle edition of Disgaea 7: Vows of the Virtueless that includes all previously released downloadable content and bonus items, as well as an additional bonus story and new gameplay elements that will also be made available for the base game. It will launch for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Switch on July 25 in Japan for 5,980 yen (6,578 yen with tax). A western release has yet to be announced, but it would likely be titled Disgaea 7 Complete, given past Disgaea re-releases.

Cosmo Machia will release shoot ’em up game TriggerHeart EXELICA for PC via Steam on April 26 worldwide, followed by Switch on May 2, the developer announced.

The Switch version of TALESshop-developed romance visual novel Some Some Convenience Store will launch on July 25, publisher CFK announced.

Square Enix has released two news trailer for SaGa Emerald Beyond. The first introduces Diva No. 5, one of the game’s six protagonists, while the second acts as the game’s “Final” trailer.

Compile Heart has released the first information, opening movie, and screenshots for Neptunia VS Titan Dogoo, its newly announced “motorcycle action” game in the Neptunia series due out for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Switch on June 27 in Japan.

PlatinumGames has released a “Complete Set” for shoot ’em up game Sol Cresta, as well as announced new pricing for the base game and downloadable content. It is available for PlayStation 4, Switch, and PC via Steam.

Nintendo is teaming up with Japan-based clothing brand Uniqlo to release a new apparel lineup based on The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Like previous apparel released by Uniqlo, the new t-shirts featuring designs from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdomwill likely be released first in Japan.

Nintendo has filed a new patent that seeks to improve upon the Switch's original dock. The new patent was recently discovered and hints at the company's potential plans to redesign the Nintendo Switch's dock, something that the company calls «troublesome» in the new filings.

Nintendo is already making plans for developing more role-playing games, as suggested by one recently surfaced survey. Specifically, Nintendo currently appears to be brainstorming ideas for new RPGs based on the Super Mario franchise.

Cozy farming simulation game Kamaeru: A Frog Refuge will launch for Switch alongside its previously announced PC (Steam) version in mid 2024, publisher Armor Games Studios and developer Humble Reeds announced.

D3 Publisher has released the debut trailer for Run for Money: The Great Mission, its newly announced video game adaptation of the anime series of the same name.

Kibou Entertainment will release action platformer Timothy and the Tower of Mu for Switch, the developer announced. A release date was not announced.

Square Enix will release a demo for SaGa Emerald Beyond for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Switch, and PC via Steam on April 4, the company announced.

Publisher Atari and developer Headless Chicken have announced arcade racing game NeoSprint for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC (Steam), and Atari VCS. A release date was not announced. It will cost $24.99 and support up to eight players.

This week’s Famitsu review scores are in.

Compile Heart has announced “motorcycle action game” Neptunia VS Titan Dogoo (final English title to be confirmed) for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Switch, the latest issue of Weekly Famitsu reveals. It will launch on June 28 in Japan for 3,080 yen. 4,180 yen and 10,780 yen editions will also be available.

Nippon Columbia has announced training battle simulation game Dragon Saikyou Ou Zukan: Battle Colosseum for Switch. It will launch on July 4 in Japan for 6,380 yen.

A new shop was teased for Disney Dreamlight Valley as an April Fools' Day joke, but players are speculating what might be coming in the future as a result. Following an annual tradition that started last year, developers of Disney Dreamlight Valley have shared another joke to celebrate the holiday. A new shop called Olaf's Snow Sculpture Emporium was added as a joke, with developers subsequently teasing actual new additions.