28.03.2026
Leak hints at limited Xbox Game Pass library in cheaper plan

New rumors are circulating about a potential expansion of Microsoft’s subscription service Xbox Game Pass. The proposed lower priced tier may reportedly include only games from Xbox’s internal studios. According to reports, Asha Sharma, the new head of Microsoft Gaming, is actively pushing this idea to attract more users. There are also claims that she […]

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28.03.2026
How to Unlock and Capture Haldin in Crimson Desert

Haldin is one of nine criminals with bounties in Hernand, the first major region of Crimson Desert. He offers the highest reward—30 silver coins. However, unlike other contracts, capturing Haldin is a bit more complicated, since certain conditions must be met before his wanted poster even appears. 1. Liberate Vilkom Outpost Haldin’s wanted poster will […]

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28.03.2026
Valve Updates Regional Pricing Tools in Steamworks

Valve has introduced an update to its developer toolkit in Steamworks, aimed at simplifying how prices are set and converted across different regions. The new features are designed to help publishers respond more quickly to economic changes and currency fluctuations. Developers can now choose from three conversion methods offered by Steam: These approaches are intended […]

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28.03.2026
Scandal at Brawl Stars Championship 2026: WWL Esports Disqualified

Team WWL Esports has been officially removed from the current season of the Brawl Stars Championship 2026. The reason was violations related to player eligibility and identity verification requirements. In simple terms, the team attempted to bypass registration rules or conceal the true identities of its players. According to the official statement, WWL Esports loses […]

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28.03.2026
Dota 2 Receives Balance Patch 7.41a

During the night of March 28, Valve released a new update for Dota 2. Patch 7.41a introduces a series of balance changes. The developers adjusted one item and made changes to more than 30 heroes. Among those updated are Techies, Meepo, Morphling, Invoker, and others. The full list of changes is available via the official […]

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28.03.2026
Top Esports Matches for March 28: LEC Spring Split Begins, ESL One Birmingham Upper Final, NAVI in BLAST Open Semifinal

We’ve rounded up the key esports matches taking place on March 28. League of Legends The European league LEC returns with the start of the Spring Split 2026. On the opening day, top regional teams will face off in Best-of-1 matches. Broadcast [EN] Dota 2 At ESL One Birmingham 2026, the upper bracket final will […]

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28.03.2026
Sony Raises PS5 Prices, SAND Delayed, Lifetime Ban in LoL — News Digest for March 27

We’ve prepared a digest of the main gaming news for March 27, 2026. Sony significantly increases prices for PS5 and PlayStation Portal Study: 3 out of 4 women play games, but spend less than men Top Esports player naiyou receives lifetime ban in LoL for match-fixing Ukrainian game SAND: Raiders of Sophie delayed again due […]

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27.03.2026
Falcons are eliminated from the tournament, while PARIVISION will face Natus Vincere at BLAST Open Rotterdam 2026

The stage in the Netherlands has finally begun, and now the tournament’s name truly lives up to its meaning. Today we witnessed the quarterfinals, after which Falcons once again fall short of the semifinals and head home. They are joined by The MongolZ, who showed a very unconvincing performance, playing this event on stage without […]

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27.03.2026
DraculaN Season 6 — A Romanian LAN featuring a lot of Ukrainian players

From March 29 to April 2, Bucharest will once again become the center of European CS. This time, $15,000 is on the line, but the main highlight is the number of Ukrainian players 🔥 Ukrainians in Bucharest: 🌎 Who else is attending? 💰 Prize pool & format: 📺 Where to watch? On CastHouse! We’ll be […]

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27.03.2026
Japan’s Deputy Environment Minister Previously Appeared in Video Game Commercials

A former model who once appeared in a commercial for Metroid: Zero Mission is now a member of the Japanese government. 44-year-old Chisato Morishita currently serves as Parliamentary Vice-Minister of the Environment and is a member of the House of Representatives in Japan. Back in 2004, long before her political career, she starred in an […]

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