We’ve prepared a digest of the main news for Players readers for March 31, 2026.
Next-gen Xbox and PlayStation prices could reach nearly $1000
- According to analysts’ forecasts, the next generation of Xbox and PlayStation gaming consoles may become significantly more expensive than their predecessors, with some models potentially priced as high as $999.
EWC announces partners for 2026 – NAVI remain, Karmine Corp and FaZe not included
- The Esports World Cup Foundation has revealed a list of 40 clubs selected for its 2026 partnership program. The information was published on the Esports World Cup website. This is the third stage of the initiative, with a $20 million budget offering direct financial support of up to $1 million per club.
Worlds 2017 champion under LCK investigation for tax evasion
- Park “Ruler” Jae-hyuk, currently playing for Gen.G in League of Legends, has found himself at the center of a serious legal scandal. According to Inven, the LCK has launched an investigation into the player after South Korean tax authorities found him guilty of tax evasion.
Warhorse may be working on a Lord of the Rings game after the success of Kingdom Come II
- Following the success of Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, Czech studio Warhorse Studios has confirmed the start of a new project. Very little is known about it, except that studio founder Daniel Vávra is not involved, as he has decided to focus on creating a feature film adaptation of Kingdom Come.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. and ATB announce a large-scale collaboration
- The developers of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. have announced the launch of an exclusive collaboration for Ukrainian fans. A chain of ATB stores will begin selling unique collectible items created with the support of Loyalty Games and in partnership with MOYO and Boosteroid.