Ratata Arts has confirmed a physical release for their rhythm roguelike, Ratatan, on the Switch 2, scheduled for July. Despite the cancellation of the original Switch version, the game will be available on a cartridge, priced at $39.99 / £39.99. Digital versions will also be offered, with a deluxe edition including an exclusive weapon for pre-orders.

Poncle's new title, Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard from Vampire Survivors, has arrived on Nintendo Switch 1 & 2. This game transforms the classic 'Survivors' thrill into a turn-based, card-driven roguelite, challenging players to construct powerful decks, explore familiar realms, and execute devastating combinations. It offers a fresh, strategic perspective on the beloved universe, blending card mechanics with roguelite depth.

The renowned cult horror film “Event Horizon,” originally released in 1997, is extending its narrative through a new comic series. Following the success of the prequel “Event Horizon: Dark Descent,” writer Christian Ward collaborates with artist Rob Carey on “Inferno,” a fresh story set two centuries in the future. This new installment explores themes of wealth disparity and technological advancements, promising a distinct yet engaging continuation of the film's lore. With Ward's established vision for the franchise, fans can anticipate a rich expansion of the “Event Horizon” universe.

Owlcat, the studio behind popular CRPGs like Rogue Trader and Pathfinder, has shared insights into the unique challenges they face when developing romance options for their games. Initially, they found themselves with multiple female romanceable characters who were all cannibals, leading to interesting narrative adjustments. The studio also explored polyamory but found its complexity too demanding to implement widely.

Framework CEO Nirav Patel champions the personal computer's future, emphasizing ownership and upgradability against a backdrop of increasing cloud dominance and AI integration in tech. He highlights Framework's commitment to creating modular laptops that minimize waste and maximize user freedom, offering a refreshing counter-narrative to industry trends.

Microsoft has announced price reductions for PC and Xbox Game Pass subscriptions in Australia, effective April 2026. While still higher than pre-October 2025 rates, these changes offer some relief to gamers. A notable change is that new Call of Duty titles will no longer be available on release day but will arrive approximately a year later during the holiday season.

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is reportedly implementing new surveillance measures on its US-based employees' work PCs. This includes tracking mouse movements, clicks, keystrokes, and taking screenshots, all for the purpose of AI training. This move has sparked significant privacy concerns and further fueled an already tense work environment within the company, especially as Meta plans substantial layoffs.

After two years of relative quiet since its early access launch in October 2022, the extraction shooter "Marauders" is making a surprising return. Despite earlier indications that development had ceased, the developers have revealed a comprehensive overhaul of core game systems, promising a major update rather than minor patches. This unexpected revival has generated a mixed but largely positive response from its community, highlighting continued interest in the game's unique dieselpunk aesthetic and accessible gameplay.