Video Game News Roundup – March 30, 2025
Welcome to our daily roundup of the latest video game news! Today’s highlights feature:
- A discussion on Darktide’s progression mechanics and their complexity compared to the miniatures game
- An updated 2025 Games Release Schedule
- An unexpected announcement by Nintendo of a 2027 release date for a live-action Zelda movie via their novel app, reportedly set to be a trilogy
A Closer Look at Darktide’s Intricate Progression Mechanics Compared to its Miniatures Game Counterpart
Source: PC Gamer – March 30, 2025
The progression mechanics in Darktide are more complex than might be anticipated, especially when compared to its miniatures game counterpart. For example, Ordo dockets and Ordo ingots, despite their similar names, serve different functions in the game. Ordo dockets are earned by completing missions and are used in conjunction with two crafting resources, plasteel and diamantine. These three resources are required to upgrade your gear at the Shrine of the Omnissiah, a service provided by the tech-priest, Hadron Omega-7-7. In addition, Ordo dockets are needed to purchase new basic gear from Peddler 138/143, who operates the Armory Exchange.
On the other hand, Ordo ingots can only be obtained by completing weekly challenges. These ingots are spent on special gear at Sire Melk’s Requisitorium. Sister Hestia Prine oversees another set of challenges known as penances. The penance points you earn from these challenges can be redeemed for cosmetic items at the Shrine Penitentax.
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2025 Gaming Release Schedule
Source: GameSpot – March 30, 2025
The year 2025 promises an exciting landscape for video games. The PlayStation and Xbox consoles are maturing in their respective lifecycle stages, while Nintendo is likely to unleash the successor to the Nintendo Switch. Moreover, the exclusives set to launch across PC and mobile platforms ensure there’s something in store for every gamer. However, keeping track of the release dates for all these anticipated games can be a daunting task. That’s why GameSpot has compiled a comprehensive list of all games slated for release in 2025. This includes those with confirmed dates as well as those projected for a 2025 release window—you’ll find the latter grouped together towards the end of the list.
Read the full GameSpot article here →
Nintendo Announces 2027 Release Date for Live-Action Zelda Movie Trilogy via New App
Source: PC Gamer – March 29, 2025
In the most recent Nintendo Direct, the company unveiled a new smartphone application, Nintendo Today. This app serves as a comprehensive calendar and news source for all things related to Nintendo franchises, including Mario, Zelda, Pikmin, and more. While it might seem less engaging if you’re not a dedicated Nintendo fan, the app was immediately utilized to announce the release date for the much-anticipated live-action Legend of Zelda movie: March 26, 2027. For fans who have been hearing rumors of a Zelda movie for years, the confirmation of a concrete release date is a thrilling development. As reported by VGC and according to Hollywood insider Daniel Richtman, accessible via Patreon subscription, the film’s cast is committed to a three-movie deal, promising a trilogy of Hyrule adventures.
Read the full article at PC Gamer →
Upcoming Total War: Warhammer 3 DLC Features a Slaanesh Faction Led by a Six-Armed Snake Lady
Source: PC Gamer – March 30, 2025
In the latest installment of Creative Assembly’s “dev chat series,” senior community manager Steve Coleman, game designer William Håkestad, senior game designer Vasil Nikolov, and principal technical designer Radoslav Borislov, discuss the 6.2 update, campaign AI enhancements, and the forthcoming DLC. The conversation provides a succinct glimpse into the future of the game. One legendary lord is confirmed for the next DLC: Dechala the Denied One, who leads the Slaanesh faction known as the Tormentors. Dechala, a corrupted elf with a massive tail ending in a poisoned stinger and six arms each holding a sword, is a notable adversary of Khorne due to a scar left by one of the Blood God’s champions.
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Rest Easy, Ultramarines: Space Marine 3’s Arrival Doesn’t Spell the End for Space Marine 2’s Support
Source: PC Gamer – March 29, 2025
The launch of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 3 has officially been confirmed. Given the success of Space Marine 2, which boasted sales exceeding the number of Tyranids on Kadaku, this announcement was hardly surprising. However, instead of sparking excitement among the fan base, the news has been met with concern. Many fans fear that the introduction of the new game will detract from Saber Interactive’s commitment to supporting Space Marine 2. This game, which features a Left4Dead-style cooperative Operations mode and a competitive multiplayer called Eternal War, has been regularly updated with new content since its release last October. Despite this, fans worry that the advent of Space Marine 3 may lead to a decline in such support.
Read the full article at PC Gamer →
Nintendo Introduces Virtual Game Cards for Sharing Digital Games
Source: GameSpot – March 30, 2025
Nintendo has unveiled a groundbreaking feature for its Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2: Virtual Game Cards. This innovative tool allows users to manage their digital games as if they were physical copies, including the ability to lend games to family members. The announcement, made during the most recent Nintendo Direct, states that purchasing digital games on Switch consoles will soon be equivalent to acquiring Virtual Game Cards. These can be digitally loaded, removed, and shared amongst other Switch consoles. For those owning multiple Nintendo Switch devices, they will have the flexibility to transfer Virtual Game Cards between accounts on up to two systems, mirroring the simplicity of physically moving a cartridge from one device to another.
Read the full article at GameSpot →
ArmA Reforger’s ‘Game-Changing’ Update Introduces Attack Helicopters, Mortars, and Destructible Buildings: ‘No Place on the Battlefield is Safe Anymore’
Source: PC Gamer – March 29, 2025
ArmA Reforger, a multiplayer-centric military roleplaying platform, has made considerable progress since its underwhelming launch in 2022. Initially perceived as a repackaged version of ArmA 3’s Zeus in Bohemia’s new engine and a testing ground for ArmA 4, it received a lukewarm reception upon release from Steam Early Access. The community even accused Bohemia of neglecting the game. However, Bohemia Interactive has proven these accusations wrong with the latest game-transforming update.
This significant 1.3 update expands the scope of Bohemia’s latest military simulator by incorporating several new features. Introducing attack helicopters, mortars, and destructible buildings has revolutionized the game and redefined safety zones within the battlefield.
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Nintendo Is Streamlining the Transition to Switch 2 for All Users
Source: IGN – March 30, 2025
Ever since Nintendo unveiled the Switch 2, anticipation has been building for the forthcoming April Direct. This event is expected to disclose the official release date, price, and confirmed games for the Switch 2. In a surprising twist, Nintendo unveiled another Direct just a week prior, featuring major titles such as Pokémon Legends Z-A and Metroid Prime 4. This development isn’t entirely unexpected given Nintendo’s commitment to backward compatibility. Before this week’s Direct, however, Nintendo was cautious to manage expectations by stating, “There will be no updates about Nintendo Switch 2 during the presentation.” While the Switch 2 wasn’t explicitly mentioned, apart from a brief note about the upcoming Direct and the introduction of a new Virtual Game Card sharing system, it’s reasonable to infer that all the showcased games will be playable on the Switch 2, even though they were officially announced for the original Switch.
Read the full article at IGN →
Unexpected Enjoyment: Playing the 21 Worst Thief Missions
Source: PC Gamer – March 29, 2025
Our journey into Quamtotius Purgamentum starts with the tried and true Thief mission trope. Our protagonist, Garrett, plummets down an enormous hole, his screams echoing as he descends. He lands within a colossal blue cube and is instantly confronted by half a dozen guards. Some of them whirl in the air like helicopter rotors, adding a surreal twist to the encounter. Garrett’s only salvation is to scramble through one of four square openings in the cube. These lead to a labyrinth of twisting corridors bathed in Thief’s signature magenta glow. One room hosts a zombie-slaying showdown, orchestrated by Garrett’s nefarious twin brother, Barratt. Another room features five bottles suspended in midair, accompanied by a cryptic text on the wall that simply states “art”.
To delve deeper, read the full article at PC Gamer →
‘Blades of Fire’ Gameplay: Could It Be Overly Inspired by God of War?
Source: PC Gamer – March 30, 2025
Earlier this month, the Spanish studio, MercurySteam, revealed its new action RPG, Blades of Fire. The studio has confirmed that this game is a spiritual successor to Severance: Blade of Darkness. After viewing the debut gameplay showcase for Blades of Fire, I started to wonder if the game might be leaning too heavily on its God of War inspiration. The showcase presents an unedited, five-minute clip of Blades of Fire gameplay, featuring the protagonist, Aran de Lira, exploring a floral woodland before engaging in combat with goblin-like creatures and shambling undead.
Read the full article at PC Gamer →
Dark Souls: Remastered to Receive Seamless Co-op Mod from Renowned Modder, Yui
Source: PC Gamer – March 30, 2025
The celebrated FromSoftware modder, Yui, is back in action. Having previously transformed the multiplayer experience for both Elden Ring and Dark Souls 3 with his seamless co-op mods, he now sets his sights on Dark Souls: Remastered. Earlier this week, Yui announced his latest project, a mod for Dark Souls: Remastered that removes multiplayer boundaries, allowing for uninterrupted, persistent connections even after death.
In the mod’s YouTube description, Yui explained, “This mod allows players to journey together from the tutorial to the game’s final moments, with synchronized progress and no resummoning or interruptions.” A demonstration of the mod can be seen in a video he posted on YouTube.
Read the full article on PC Gamer →
Engage in the Discussion
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