More than a year after its release, Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl is getting its first expansion. Announced during the Xbox Partner Preview today, the Cost of Hope expansion from Ukrainian developer GSC Game World is set for release this summer on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

Cost of Hope is described as a "massive nonlinear expansion" featuring "dozens of hours" of new gameplay. It will introduce new stories and characters and the same level of dread that the base game has. As its name suggests, though, Cost of Hope gives players "a flicker of hope breaking through." Here's the trailer:

Like in the main game, Cost of Hope has players assuming the role of Skif as he explores two new regions, including the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant and the Iron Forest.

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The Twilight Saga Deluxe Hardcover Collection is currently available on Amazon at a 53% discount. The collection normally retails for $139, but is currently available for just $65.24 as a part of the Amazon Spring Sale.

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First released in September 2025 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Twilight's release, the Twilight Saga Deluxe Hardcover Collection includes hardback copies of the series' four main novels: Twilight, New Moon, Eclipse, and Breaking Dawn. But the set also includes a special treat for Twilight diehards, especially those on Team Edward: a hardcover copy of Midnight Sun, a retelling of Twilight told from Edward's POV rather than the perspective of series protagonist Bella. Midnight Sun initially debuted online in 2008 via a massive, 12-chapter leak that author Stephanie Meyer ultimately uploaded to her personal blog, stating that she'd pick up writing the story again "once everyone's forgotten about it." Eventually, she finished the novel, which was first released in 2020.

The Twilight Saga Deluxe Hardcover Collection set includes exclusive, wraparound floral box art, while each of the five tomes feature new jacket designs and sprayed edges that create a stunning black-and-white starry sky pattern.

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While not as ubiquitous as the Atari 2600, the Atari 7800 is still a retro console beloved by hardcore retro enthusiasts. If you've amassed a collection of classic Atari games but don't have the means to play them on original hardware, then the Atari 7800+ console from Plaion and Atari is worth picking up. While the Atari 7800+ Console & Wireless Controller bundle typically retails for $130, during Amazon's Big Spring Sale, you can pick it up for just $85 (was $130).

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The Atari 7800 is most famous as the console Atari made in its waning years to compete with the NES. It was the first gaming console to emphasize backward compatibility, though it also had exclusive games of its own. Following the success of its Atari 2600+ throwback console, Atari and Plaion released the Atari 7800+ console in 2026 to give retro collectors a new way to play their classic game library.

This isn't one of those plug-and-play consoles where games come pre-loaded. Instead, the Atari 7800+ is a new piece of HDMI-supporting hardware that allows players to load their own Atari 2600 and Atari 7800 cartridges and play them on more modern hardware. This bundle also includes a two-button controller and a game cartridge for Bentley Bear's Crystal Quest, a sequel to the Atari arcade game Crystal Castles.

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It appears Sony's dynamic pricing system is real, and the results are confounding as new reports suggest that some PlayStation 5 games could get wildly different prices on the PSN Store depending on several factors.

According to a March 25 Insider Gaming report, Sony's new dynamic pricing model is out in the wild. The site shared two screenshots of Stellar Blade, which is normally $69.99, being sold for $39.89 and $20.99 in Brazil. The reason is nebulous for now: Both Eurogamer and Insider Gaming suspect the pricing differences could be based on your gaming habits (like when you last logged in), location, PSN account details (like how old it is), and more.

Deal hunters Cheap Ass Gamer spotted dynamic pricing in North America, too. When sharing an Astro Bot discount on X on March 25, the social media account noted that some saw the game for $39.59 while they got a better price at $26.99. The game normally retails for $59.99.

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The next major franchise to come to Fortnite has seemingly been revealed. ShiinaBR, an Epic-partnered Fortnite account, has revealed that characters from Disney's 1997 animated movie Hercules are coming to the battle royale game this week.

Specifically, it's reported that Hercules, Megara, and Hades are heading to Fortnite as playable characters, with an official reveal coming up on March 27. The characters will reportedly be added to the game the next day. It's expected there will be other Hercules-themed items in the crossover, and all should become clear soon.

They would be just the latest Disney characters to come to Fortnite. The game previously added a variety of Star Wars and Marvel characters, along with a roster of characters from The Simpsons.

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Publisher Perfect World Games and developer Hotta Studio just announced a multiplatform release date for its upcoming supernatural open-world RPG, Neverness to Everness. Also known as NTE, the game will release on PC, Mac, PlayStation 5, iOS, and Android on April 29, 2026.

In NTE you'll take on the role of an "unlicensed" Anomaly Hunter. Across the urban world of Hethereau, you'll need to track down anomalies--supernatural threats--to uncover the city's secrets.

Ahead of the game's release, you can already begin earning rewards. The Hethereau Settlement Guide pre-launch event offers in-game items as well as real-life prizes, including PlayStation 5 consoles. By completing missions, inviting friends, and even just logging in to your account you can earn:

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Sailor Moon fans will want to check out Amazon's big Spring Sale event, where the Sailor Moon Manga Box Set Vol. 7-10 Naoko Takeuchi Collection is currently on sale at a seriously magical discount. The box set--which contains volumes 7, 8, 9, and 10 of the Sailor Moon manga--is now available at its lowest-ever price of $44.61, which 40% off the standard $78 sale price. This is the lowest price we've seen for the box set since it was first published in December 2025. Along with the discount, it's also part of Amazon's Buy 2 Get 1 Free promotion, which lets you pick three eligible items like books, Blu-rays, and more, and you'll pay only for the two highest-priced items in the trio. Amazon's Spring Sale discounts apply to the final price, so you stand to save quite a bit if you decide to pick up this Sailor Moon collection along with two other releases.

Sailor Moon Manga Box Set Vol. 7-10 Naoko Takeuchi Collection$44.61 (was $70)

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Dying Light: The Beast developer Techland has revealed a free update for its open-world zombie apocalypse game. Launching today, the Restored Land puts more emphasis on survival and how your choices will have a permanent effect on the world around you in this new solo experience.

Essentially, the focus is on clearing zombies from the map, once and for all. Infected enemies will no longer respawn once they have been dealt with, and people will start to filter back into zones once they start to become safer. The catch here is that supplies will be harder to come by, as items also no longer respawn, containers will provide fewer supplies, and shops will offer reduced stock at higher prices. On top of those challenges, players will also need to manage hunger and replace depleted flashlight batteries with their finite stock of resources.

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Housemarque's last game, 2021's Returnal, begins with protagonist Selene Vassos waking up alone on an alien planet. She takes her first steps into the unknown and finds her own corpse, a discovery accompanied by the startling realization that she's stuck in a cycle--on planet Atropos, the finality of death has been replaced with the inevitability of a new beginning.

Housemarque's newest game, 2026's Saros, begins with protagonist Arjun Devraj waking up alone on an alien planet. He takes his first steps into the unknown and is killed. A few seconds later, he comes to the startling realization that he's stuck in a cycle--on planet Carcosa, the finality of death has been replaced with the inevitability of a new beginning.

Saros is a game built atop of strong foundations set by Returnal. To that end, the similarities between the two games are numerous and immediately apparent. Saros' premise and the way that it is realized on-screen are strikingly familiar and it often sounds, looks, and plays just like its predecessor. But those similarities are just what's on the surface. Like Carcosa itself, once you dig a little deeper, Saros' feels very different and demands to be taken on its own terms.

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Following a stabbing incident that left two dead at a Pokemon store in downtown Tokyo on March 26, The Pokemon Company has commented on the situation, saying that the store would be temporarily closed and they are fully cooperating with local police.

According to the AP, a man had brandished a knife at the Pokemon Center Mega Tokyo & Pikachu Sweets in Sunshine City. The individual then suddenly turned the knife on a female employee of the store, stabbing her in the neck, before doing the same thing to himself. Video footage of the incident circulating on the internet shows other staff cautioning shoppers to flee. Tokyo police officers rushed onto the scene after receiving multiple distress calls of a rampaging man wielding a knife.

The attacker and the victim, both reportedly in their 20s, were taken to the hospital in critical condition but were later pronounced dead, police said. Police also said that while they're investigating the attack as a murder, there are no further details available.

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Capcom's Street Fighter 6 has an Alex problem, but not with the character himself or anything in-game. Instead, fans have largely decried Alex's ending, which catches up with him after he marries and impregnates Patricia, his step-sister and second cousin. Now, Capcom is answering that backlash with an upcoming patch that addresses some of the criticisms lobbed against it.

Street Fighter 6 Takayuki Nakayama announced the patch online and wrote that the team is sorry "for any confusion that recent topics regarding Alex's story may have caused." Nakayama went on to note that Alex and Patricia's backstories aren't being retconned, but Capcom does "plan to revise certain text passages that may have been misleading in the near future."

We apologize for any confusion that recent topics regarding Alex's story may have caused.
While we have not changed the characters’ backstories,after internal review by the development team, we plan to revise certain text passages that may have been misleading in the near future.…

— TAKA-nakayama (@takaNakayama) March 26, 2026

Nakayama also provided a link to a short story on Street Fighter 6's official site that reaffirms the connection between Alex and Patricia. They're still step-siblings and he still held her as a baby. The only real change it makes is that they didn't know each other well for most of her life until he came to her rescue as an adult. The story doesn't seem to definitively say whether they're still second cousins or not.

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A small group of people inside esteemed developer Valve are "looking at some AI stuff," according to Half-Life 2, Left 4 Dead, and Portal writer Erik Wolpaw.

He said in an interview with MinnMax that he's learned "a bunch of stuff" from experimenting with AI, but he has no worries that the implementation of the technology will take over the creative writing process. That's because, in its current form, AI is "pretty bad" at creative writing, as reported by GamesRadar.

"We've really been messing around with it. And like art, there's a lot of questions about that, but I don't think it's going to--anytime soon--be writing novels that are better than human," he said.

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The rumors are true--Fox McCloud, protagonist of Nintendo's Star Fox, will be in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. The film's official social media account confirmed his appearance by sharing a character poster for the anthropomorphic pilot.

It's unknown who will voice him or how prominent Fox's role will be, but the fact that he has his own poster seems to indicate that it'll be more than just a cameo. The poster also features his signature Arwing aircraft in the background. With Mario and friends being new to galaxy traversal, Fox makes a lot of sense as a cosmic guide and traveling companion.

Fox's appearance will come nearly 10 whole years after the release of the last new Star Fox game, the often-maligned Star Fox Zero for Wii U--unless you count the belated release of Star Fox 2 in 2017 for the SNES Classic microconsole. The character last showed up in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate in 2018. The first Super Mario Bros. movie made a nod to the Star Fox franchise by featuring an Arwing figure in Mario's apartment. Being in the new Mario movie will certainly energize the Star Fox fanbase, who have been craving a new game in the series.

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Former Call of Duty developer Jason Blundell's new studio with Sony, Dark Outlaw Games, was shuttered this week, and now more details about the team and its game have been revealed.

Blundell and the game's level designer JC Farmer discussed the project on a livestream. To begin with, Blundell said it "f**king sucks" that the 20-person studio got shut down, but he said he understands these things happen when you work for a big company like Sony.

He also stressed that it's common for games to be canceled earlier in development. He said Dark Outlaw may have gotten more attention in this regard because the studio was owned by Sony.

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By our rough count, we've had several dozen video game showcases this year already, and it's not even April! Next up on the block is Microsoft, as a new Xbox livestream is kicking off today. While January's Developer Direct was focused primarily on upcoming games from Microsoft's first-party studios, today's Xbox Partner Preview is giving several other studios a chance to shine. If you're keen to see what they've been cooking up, here's when and how you can watch. [Update: The show is now live, and you can follow along with our Xbox Partner Preview March 2026 announcements roundup.]

Xbox Partner Preview Start Time

The Xbox Partner Preview starts at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET / 5 PM BST on March 26.

• 10 AM PT
• 1 PM ET
• 5 PM BST
• 2 AM AEST (March 27)

How to watch the Xbox Partner Preview

You can catch the livestream through Microsoft's official Xbox YouTube and Twitch channels, or you can watch the presentation on this page, in the video embedded above.

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Minecraft's latest update, Tiny Takeover, has just been released, and with it comes a complete overhaul of the baby mobs in the game. From chicks to zombies, villagers to kittens, not a single mob has been skipped for this revamp. We caught up with Minecraft's product manager, Anna Lundgren, to talk about all things tiny, as well as what may, or may not, be on the cards in the future.

The Minecraft game-drop format started a little over two years ago, and saw the annual update split into four smaller drops spread throughout the year. Tiny Takeover came around, Anna says, because the mob artist hadn't been "super happy" with the game's babies for a while now. "We just wanted to make them cuter, more lovable, and have more unique personalities," she explains. "I think after having done Chase the Skies, Copper Age, and Mounts of Mayhem, they all leaned into very different aspects of the game than this drop does. It felt like it could be good timing to lean into the more adorable and cutesy side of Minecraft, even though some of them are still very hostile."

This, of course, brings up the question of player morality. If a tiny hostile mob is this much cuter, how are we supposed to face off against them? "I think you feel that way as a player stepping out into the night and seeing a baby zombie coming--it's really cute! But as soon as it gets close enough and attacks you, I think you'll be able to throw that moral doubt away," Anna laughs. Minecraft has always had dark and scary aspects to it, with the more dangerous mobs coming out at night, the deadly Warden that lurks beneath the surface, and Creepers that could blow your entire build to smithereens with barely a second's notice. It's also been a place for bright, fun, and even cute interactions. As Anna notes, it's easy to enjoy the game without making it too intimidating, which is why hostile mobs got the cute treatment, too. "It should have scares in there, but also you need the cuteness! It's so important, because it opens up avenues for so many different ways to experience Minecraft," she explains.

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The Ghost in the Shell Legacy Edition Manga Box Set

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Ghost in the Shell is one of the most important franchises in manga and anime. The series began as a manga created by Masamune Shirow, which has seen numerous sequels, film and anime adaptations, video games, and more. It's even set to receive another anime adaptation courtesy of one of the best contemporary anime studios, Science Saru, set to premiere in July 2026. If you're looking to experience the source material before this new anime series drops, you're in luck--the original manga and several of its sequel books were reprinted earlier this year with the gorgeous The Ghost in the Shell Legacy Edition box set, and thanks to Amazon's Spring Sale event, you can snag the three-book set for just $107, saving you nearly 25% compared to its $140. This is a temporary price cut that will only be available during Amazon's sale, which ends on March 31.

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The Ghost in the Shell Legacy Edition Manga Box Set includes three deluxe hardcover volumes housed in a slipcover case. The first is the original The Ghost in the Shell that restores the scenes and artwork from the original Japanese version of the manga that were removed for the western release. The set also includes both manga follow-ups, The Ghost in the Shell 1.5: Human Error Processor and The Ghost in the Shell 2.0: Man‑Machine Interface.

Along with the books, the collection also comes with a set of ten 10-ich posters based on the rare 1997 Cyberdelics releases. Each posted is printed on etched metallic vinyl stock with holographic spot gloss finish--in other words, these are high-quality prints. There's also a set of multi-colored Fuchikoma robot stickers and an additional poster with information about Shirow's creative process.

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Just about everything related to PC and console gaming seems to be increasing in price lately, but fortunately, these Amazon Spring Sale deals on Razer products are a welcome exception to that rule. Razer has established itself as one of the most popular brands around for its high-quality gaming accessories and peripherals, and the sale includes some deep discounts on Razer headsets, controllers, and gaming chairs.

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A good gaming chair goes a long way, and if you're looking to invest in a throne that won't break the bank, then check out these deals on the Razer Iskur V2 X. This particular model--available in both grey and black--improves on its predecessor with a wider seat and breathable fabric, as well as an integrated lumbar arch that's designed to encourage a better seating position. Normally $300, it's on sale for just $250.

• Razer Iskur V2 X (Grey) -- $250 ($300)
• Razer Iskur V2 X (Black) -- $250 ($300)

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With recent releases like Arc Raiders and Marathon encouraging players to team up and chat to their fellow gamers, having a headset for these occasions is always a good idea. Amazon is offering several of Razer's best headsets for up to 50% off, like the BlackShark V2 Pro for $100 (was $200). This wireless headset offers a strong battery life of up to 70 hours, premium materials, materials, and a HyperClear Super Wideband mic, making it a solid option for teamwork and esports games.

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The current Xbox wireless controller is one of the best gaming peripherals, and with the Amazon Spring Sale, you can save on this device. Normally $65 for the Carbon Black version, it's now $45, and several other colorways are also discounted by about 25%. If you want one, we've rounded up the best deals below for you to browse. The specials below include several eye-catching colorways, like Carbon Black, crisp Robot White, and energetic Electric Volt. Amazon is also offering more elaborate designs like the Heartbreaker and Icebreaker variants at a discount. These Xbox controller deals will be available during Amazon's Spring Sale, which runs March 25 through March 31, though they may sell out before the event ends--so be sure to check out the discounts while you can.

Amazon Spring Sale - Xbox Wireles Controller Deals

• Carbon Black -- $49 ($65)
• Carbon Black + USB-C cable -- $45 ($65)
• Deep Pink -- $51.44 ($70)
• Electric Volt -- $55 ($70)
• Heartbreaker -- $59.22 ($80)
• Ice Breaker -- $65 ($80)
• Pulse Red -- $55 ($70)
• Robot White -- $44.65 ($65)
• Shock Blue -- $52.30 ($70)

While it lacks some of the haptic feedback features of Sony's DualSense controller, the Xbox wireless controller excels in other areas. It is one of the most ergonomic controllers, with a shape that is comfortable to hold during long gaming sessions. Its face buttons are tactile, the capture button is well-positioned, and it can be powered in several ways. The rechargeable battery pack is sold separately, but you can use AA batteries or connect it to your Xbox console with a USB-C cable if needed.

Other selling points for the Xbox controller include a hybrid D-pad and textured grip on the triggers, bumpers, and back-case, making them comfortable to hold. They can be easily connected to Xbox consoles, PCs, and smartphones. If you want a premium option, you can pick up the Xbox Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller for $160 (was $200). This high-end model works on many platforms and is designed for users to customize it to their gaming style with interchangeable thumbstick and paddle shapes.

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Save $20 when you spend $100 on Lego Sets

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Amazon is offering some free cash, as the site's new Lego promotion gives you $20 in credit for every $100 purchase. The credit will be added to your account 30 days after your item ships, and the promotion applies only once per customer, per account. You won't have access to it in time for this week's Amazon Spring Sale, and you have until July 28 to spend it. Most sets aren't on sale or are only slightly discounted, but there are some specials worth noting.

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With the fine print out of the way, it's time to take a closer look at what's eligible for the promotion. Several licensed Lego sets are on sale, and if you're a Fortnite fan, there are lots to choose from. Sets like the Fortnite Battle Bus ($85), Peely & Sparkplug's Camp ($19), and the Supply Llama ($34) are popular options, thanks to their colorful designs and game-accurate presentation. If you have a young Fortnite fan at home, it might be worth picking up one of those kits, as Lego always makes for a great gift set.

On that topic, we'd also recommend grabbing a Super Mario set or two. With the Super Mario Galaxy Movie out soon, you can bet that demand for the Nintendo plumber will spike, and Amazon has three Lego Super Mario sets on offer as part of the free credit promotion. You can head to the races with the Wario & King Boo kart set ($41.49), chase after them with a combo of Baby Mario and Baby Luigi ($25.49), and the original Mario Kart set includes an interactive Mario figure ($46.74).

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