Reports from a notable insider suggest that a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and a brand new Star Fox game are heading to the Switch 2 in 2026. Conversely, the next major 3D Mario title is allegedly delayed until 2027.
Washington Attorney General Nick Brown has filed a lawsuit against Kalshi, alleging the prediction market platform operates as an illegal sports book. The lawsuit argues that despite federal regulation, the company violates state gambling laws by allowing wagers on sports and other events.
A new Mac application named SlapMac has gone viral, earning its developer $5,000 within three days by playing sound effects when a laptop is hit. The software uses motion sensors to trigger various audio packs, ranging from moaning noises to punch sound effects.
Following the successful release of Crimson Desert, Pearl Abyss has moved the game's core development team to work on DokeV. The studio estimates the new project will require another two to three years to complete.
An Iranian-aligned hacking group known as Handala Hack has claimed responsibility for breaching the email account of Kash Patel. The group stated the cyberattack was retaliation against the FBI for seizing their domains and offering a reward for their members.
Sony Interactive Entertainment has confirmed price increases for the PlayStation 5, PS5 Pro, and PlayStation Portal remote player, effective April 2, 2026. Citing global economic pressures and rising component costs, the move brings the entry price for a PS5 to $600 in the US.
Pearl Abyss CEO Heo Jin-young announced that Crimson Desert has sold over 3 million copies in four days, topping Steam revenue charts. Despite strong sales, the company acknowledged criticism regarding the game's narrative and pledged to improve gameplay through future updates.
The US Supreme Court has unanimously overturned a $1 billion judgment against Cox Communications, ruling that internet providers are not liable for user copyright infringement merely for providing connectivity. The decision establishes that liability requires proof the provider intended to promote or tailor its service for illegal use.
Stunlock Studios confirms that V Rising will not receive a 1.2 update, officially wrapping up major content development for the survival title. Instead, the developer is shifting focus to a new, more ambitious game set within the same gothic universe.
A federal judge in Dallas has dismissed X Corp's lawsuit alleging an illegal boycott by major advertisers. The court ruled that the social media platform failed to demonstrate an antitrust injury, ending its attempt to reclaim lost ad revenue through competition law.
Netflix has announced a price hike for all its subscription tiers in the United States, marking the second increase in just over a year. The adjustment affects the ad-supported, standard, and premium plans, with costs rising between $1 and $2 per month to fund content investments.
A secondary school in Greater Manchester utilized an AI tool to identify nearly 200 books for removal, deeming them "inappropriate" for students. The decision led to a safeguarding investigation against the librarian who resisted the purge, resulting in her resignation and professional censure.
Hytale's latest early access patch introduces proximity voice chat and a massive expansion of over 500 building blocks. The update also revamps the social layer with an emote wheel and new creative tools.
Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez have unveiled legislation proposing a moratorium on new AI datacenter construction. The bill aims to pause development until federal safeguards are established to protect the environment, consumers, and workers from the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence infrastructure.
Nintendo has clarified that physical game pricing is not increasing for the Switch 2, but rather digital versions will be priced lower. Starting with Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, players can expect a $10 difference favoring digital purchases over physical cartridges.
