28.04.2026
UK government establishes Esports Advisory Panel

The UK government has created the UK Esports Advisory Panel. According to official statements, the initiative is aimed at bridging the communication gap between the government and key stakeholders, including publishers, professional teams, and tournament organizers. The government wants the United Kingdom to remain a globally competitive hub for esports and digital innovation. The creation […]

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28.04.2026
Pragmata Guide | Unlocking Diana’s Dance Moves

Diana is one of the most memorable characters in Pragmata, charming players as she experiences human culture with a sense of curiosity and innocence. Throughout the game, you can interact with her in different ways, such as talking through events with Hugh or playing games like hide and seek inside the Shelter. There is also […]

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28.04.2026
A major Riven Tides update is launching in ARC Raiders

Embark Studios has released patch 1.26.0 for Arc Raiders alongside the Riven Tides update, bringing a new coastal region and significant gameplay adjustments. Scout reports from Riven Tides have finally reached Speranza, including observation logs, photos, and footage of the coast. Players can now explore the abandoned shoreline, travel through the Exodus port, and visit […]

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28.04.2026
Overwatch characters to get their own plush toys

The heroes Mercy and Genji from Overwatch will receive their own plush toys from Youtooz. The release is scheduled in a few days. “We all know the true essence of the game is romance, and Genji and Mercy are here to show us exactly how it’s done!” the product page says. The plush toys will […]

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28.04.2026
Top esports matches on April 28: Ukraine’s national team debuts at FIFAe Nations League 2026, NAVI begin EWC 2026 LoL qualifiers

We’ve gathered the main esports matches taking place on April 28. League of Legends Today marks the start of the closed European qualifier for the Esports World Cup 2026 — EMEA Qualifier. Twelve teams, including all LEC representatives and the top squads from EMEA Masters, will compete for two spots at the main event in […]

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28.04.2026
$1M CS2 tournament in Odesa, Ubisoft may be preparing a remake of the first Assassin’s Creed — news digest for April 27

We’ve prepared a digest of the main news for Players readers for April 27, 2026. CS2 tournament with ₴1,000,000 prize pool to be held in Odesa Esports Foundation officially terminates partnership with KeSPA nifee earned up to $8,000 betting on his own matches, receives ESIC ban Ubisoft may be preparing a remake of the first […]

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27.04.2026
Microsoft shifts Xbox strategy under Asha Sharma

Microsoft is rethinking Xbox following Asha Sharma’s appointment, focusing on openness and accessibility alongside Matt Booty. The company is considering allowing third party storefronts on future consoles. «We want the platform to be open for more people to create on the platform and more players to participate in customizing and extending that», «We’ll make those […]

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27.04.2026
Rumor has it that Sony and Universal are competing for the rights to a Metroid movie

Nintendo is said to be working on a feature film based on the Metroid franchise as the company continues expanding into the film industry. Following the massive success of the Mario movies, attention is now shifting toward a live-action adaptation of The Legend of Zelda, scheduled for May 2027. According to insider V SCOOPER, a […]

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27.04.2026
Gothic Remake keeps to the canon removing minimap and markers for immersion

Alkimia Interactive is wrapping up work on Gothic Remake while staying committed to preserving the feel of the original RPG. The team has deliberately removed the minimap to avoid breaking immersion, leaving players to navigate using maps and the in game journal. Game director and studio head Reinhard Pollice told PCGamer that the team is […]

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27.04.2026
Valve Corporation unveiled the Steam Controller

The sale by Valve Corporation dedicated to the Steam Controller highlights the company’s renewed attempt to rethink gamepads for PC gaming. The device is currently unavailable for purchase in certain regions. The main idea is to let users play any game from their library however they prefer — on a PC, laptop, or even portable […]

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