Video Game News Roundup – March 26, 2025
Welcome to our daily roundup of the most compelling video game news! Here are today’s top stories:
- In the wake of 24 hours of backlash related to Denuvo, Inzoi has made a surprising decision to remove it completely. The company has expressed its regret, stating, “We sincerely apologise for not aligning more closely with player expectations”.
- In an unexpected twist, the former music-pirating platform Napster is set to be transformed into a metaverse for musicians to connect with their fans, following a remarkable $207 million deal.
- We explore all the romantic options available for characters Naoe and Yasuke in Assassin’s Creed Shadows.
In Response to Denuvo-Related Backlash, Inzoi Announces Removal: ‘We Sincerely Apologise for Not Aligning More Closely with Player Expectations’
Source: PC Gamer – March 26, 2025
Yesterday, the Inzoi subreddit was abuzz with posts claiming that the game’s full release would include the anti-tamper software, Denuvo. This sparked a wave of unrest amongst the community. Claims ranged from suggestions that these were merely rumors instigated by Sims psyops, to players declaring that Denuvo’s inclusion was a deal-breaker. One common sentiment was frustration over Krafton’s lack of transparency about the software’s presence. Amidst the online turmoil, director Hyungjun ‘Kjun’ Kim confirmed that Denuvo was indeed included, but will be removed in response to the backlash.
Read the full article at PC Gamer →
Napster, Formerly Known for Music Piracy, to Transform into a Metaverse for Musicians After $207 Million Deal
Source: PC Gamer – March 26, 2025
Contrary to popular belief that the infamous Napster music sharing platform was a thing of the past, a recent $207 million deal indicates a different story. The once notorious brand is set to make an unexpected comeback as a metaverse-based platform where musicians can directly connect with their fans. This could be viewed as a remarkable turnaround for a brand notoriously tied to mass music piracy. Adding to the surprises, Napster has quietly operated as a legitimate music streaming platform since 2016.
Read the full article at PC Gamer →
Explore All Romance Options in Assassin’s Creed Shadows for Naoe and Yasuke
Source: PC Gamer – March 26, 2025
Assassin’s Creed Shadows introduces significant alterations to the franchise, including the dual protagonists and the toned-down RPG elements. A noteworthy enhancement is the amplified focus on romance options in AC Shadows, which will delight the passionate player base. While previous Assassin’s Creed titles offered romantic angles, the relationships in Shadows are more in-depth and, in certain instances, seamlessly woven into the narrative. Both Naoe and Yasuke have numerous romantic interests they can explore, leading to fleeting dalliances or enduring alliances. This section offers a comprehensive guide on all available romance options, how to unlock them, and an overview of the functioning of the romance system in Shadows.
Read the full article at PC Gamer →
Switching from the Graphically Intensive Monster Hunter Wilds to the Reliable Frame Rates of Windows XP
Source: PC Gamer – March 25, 2025
We often take a nostalgic dive into the early years of Japanese PC gaming in our regular feature, Pasokon Retro. It covers a spectrum from the niche ’80s computers to the beloved era of Windows XP. Developer: French-Bread, Release Year: 2004, Supported PCs: Windows 2000 and onwards. (Image credit: French-Bread)
Monster Hunter Wilds has captivated gamers everywhere, sparking excitement to swing swords at colossal bugs, fill strange oversized beasts with arrows, and execute stylish weapon combinations in shadowy caves and vibrant forests. It’s an exceptional gaming experience — when it operates smoothly. Imagine enjoying all these thrilling aspects without the vexing crashes and inconsistent performance.
Read the full article at PC Gamer →
Embracing Ghoul Life in Fallout 76: West Virginia’s Ultimate Experience
Source: PC Gamer – March 25, 2025
There’s a running joke among my friends that I find a post-apocalyptic world, specifically the Fallout universe, appealing. I’m not talking about surviving ground zero, but rather the idea of sleeping for 100 years in a cryovat, then waking up to explore a new, untamed world. I fantasize about embarking on exciting quests, hunting for trinkets and scrap, and setting up a base that’s clunky but functional – perhaps my only shot at homeownership. But since a cryovat is unlikely to be part of my future, immersing myself in the world of Fallout games, particularly Fallout 76, is the next best thing.
Read the full article at PC Gamer →
Final Fantasy 14’s Patch 7.2 May Signal a Return to Its Acclaimed Roots
Source: PC Gamer – March 26, 2025
Long-time readers will be familiar with my previous grievances regarding Final Fantasy 14. The game, once revered, has fallen into a rut, unable to keep up with competitors and suffering from a monotonous formula. One particular sticking point was the storyline of Dawntrail. While conceptually intriguing, the actual narrative, the core of the experience, was lacking, nearly spoiling the game entirely. Patch 7.1, despite introducing the return of Koana to his home, fell flat for me. The sudden appearance of a tertiary character who conveniently resolved all of Koana’s tribal issues felt contrived.
Read the full article at PC Gamer →
Developers of Pacific Drive Reconsider: Game to Receive Mid-Run Saves a Year After Initial Rejection
Source: PC Gamer – March 25, 2025
As an ardent fan of Pacific Drive, having logged 87 hours on Steam so far, I’ve always been bothered by one shortcoming: the absence of a mid-run save feature. Many players share this irritation, as evident from various discussions on Reddit and the Steam forums. However, the good news is that a much-needed “suspend and quit” feature will soon be rolled out. Currently, Pacific Drive only auto-saves when you transition between junctions, which are the actual sites you traverse within the game.
Read the full article on PC Gamer →
Multiplayer Sequel to the 5th Highest-Rated Game on Steam in 2022
Source: PC Gamer – March 25, 2025
If you recall the top games of 2022, you’ll likely remember titles such as Elden Ring, Vampire Survivors, Persona 5 Royal, Marvel’s Midnight Suns, Teardown, Card Shark, and Monster Hunter Rise, among others. However, one title you might have overlooked is Placid Plastic Duck Simulator. This uniquely themed game was one of the five best-reviewed games on Steam in 2022 and continues to hold a 95.36% rating. Its premise was simple but intriguing: observing plastic ducks as they float. That’s right; your only task was to watch, and in 2022, that was more than enough.
Read the full article at PC Gamer →
“Steel Hunters”: A Tactical Titanfall With an Extraction Shooter Twist Undermined by Uninspiring Loot
Source: PC Gamer – March 25, 2025
With less than a minute left on Steel Hunters’ countdown clock, the final pair of surviving Hunters lumber into view. They appear over a hill, heading towards the extraction point where my own team is waiting. Even across a half-mile of desolate wasteland dotted with dilapidated buildings, it’s clear that one is Weaver, a mechanical spider equipped with a chaingun. The other is Razorside, who would fit perfectly into Call of Duty: Warzone, if not for his eight-meter stature. Meanwhile, my own Hunter, Prophet, a hovering purple humanoid mech, is armed with a powerful railgun that inflicts substantial damage when fully charged.
Read the full article at PC Gamer →
An Early Access Game About Managing a Drug Empire Tops Steam’s Global Sales
Source: PC Gamer – March 25, 2025
The past few months have seen the release of some huge games. Monster Hunter Wilds, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Split Fiction, and Fragpunk have all gained significant popularity among players. Not to mention, REPO, a surprise indie hit. However, the question remains: which game has made it to the top of Steam’s global sellers list this week? Surprisingly, none of these titles hold the top spot. They’ve all been surpassed by a unique game that tasks players with building and managing their own drug empire.
Read the full article at PC Gamer →
Will Neil Druckmann Continue ‘The Last of Us’ TV Series Beyond the Games?
Source: IGN – March 26, 2025
As speculation swirls around the future of ‘The Last of Us’ video game series, fans are intrigued about the potential narrative trajectory after the HBO series covers the events of the second video game through Seasons 2 and 3. Earlier this month, series creator Neil Druckmann cast a shadow of doubt on the likelihood of ‘The Last of Us 3’, stating, “I guess the only thing I would say is don’t bet on there being more of ‘Last of Us.’ This could be it.”
Given this, fans are naturally curious: if ‘The Last of Us 3’ doesn’t materialize, will Naughty Dog and Druckmann continue the TV series beyond the storyline of the games?
Read the full article at IGN →
No Man’s Sky’s New ‘Relics’ Update Allows Players to Embrace Their Inner Space Palaeontologist
Source: IGN – March 26, 2025
Game developer Hello Games has released exciting details about its latest update for No Man’s Sky, dubbed ‘Relics.’ This innovative update turns players into space paleontologists, giving them the opportunity to unearth and collect the skeletal remains of alien creatures. Available now on PC, console, and VR platforms, the update is free for all users.
Upon discovering new bones, players can assemble them in any design they prefer. This creative freedom extends to the creation of player-owned museums, where they can display their unique collections. Players are also given the option to share their assembled relics with the broader gaming community.
Hello Games further elaborated, “Relics offers a wide assortment of procedurally generated prehistoric bones in various shapes and sizes for players to excavate and collect. The method of reassembling them is entirely up to the player, paving the way for endless fun in constructing increasingly outrageous skeletons. Players can exhibit these in their base-turned-museums or share them with fellow Travellers.”
For more details, you can read the full article on IGN →
Amazon’s Big Spring Sale Offers Unprecedented Deals for Gamers
Source: IGN – March 26, 2025
Don’t miss out on Amazon’s Big Spring Sale, running from March 25 to 31. This event is quickly becoming a high-profile shopping extravaganza on par with Black Friday and Prime Day. The sale boasts some of the year’s most aggressive discounts on popular gaming items like Apple AirPods, Kindles, Fire TV Sticks, and more. If you’ve been holding out for the right moment to save big, this could be it. Amazon’s dedicated Spring Sale hub is your go-to place for these discounts. However, to save you time and effort, we have handpicked the cream of the crop deals for you.
Read the full article at IGN →
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What latest gaming news struck a chord with you today? Is it the Denuvo-based games that have sparked your interest, or are you more intrigued by Steel Hunters? We invite you to share your thoughts and opinions in the comments section below!
