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Rare Mario Games Announced for Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pass on Mario Day
Nintendo has confirmed that three classic Mario titles will be added to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack service on Mario Day (MAR10 Day). The additions include games from both the Virtual Boy – Nintendo Classics and Game Boy Advance – Nintendo Classics...
Nintendo Files Lawsuit Against U.S. Government Seeking Refund on Trump Tariffs, Plus Interest
Nintendo has taken legal action against the U.S. government, filing a lawsuit over tariffs introduced by the Trump administration. That means Nintendo has become one of many companies now trying to recover import duties they say were collected illegally. The case,...
Nintendo Announces Mario Galaxy Nintendo Direct Live Event Featuring Final Trailer for Upcoming Film
Nintendo has announced a special Super Mario Galaxy Movie Nintendo Direct scheduled for Monday, March 9th at 2 p.m. PT that will debut the final trailer for the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy movie. In a post on X, Nintendo confirmed that the presentation will focus...
Highguard Shutting Down Just Weeks After Launch — Servers to Go Dark March 12
The live-service shooter Highguard is shutting down weeks after launch, marking one of the fastest collapses in recent memory for a major multiplayer title. Developer Wildlight Entertainment confirmed the decision in a public statement posted on March 3, announcing...
Discord Pushing Back Age Verification to Late 2026 After Mass Backlash
In response to intense user criticism, Discord is pushing back age verification until the second half of 2026. The announcement came in an open letter posted on the company blog from CTO and co-founder Stanislav Vishnevskiy.
Discord Drops ID Check Partner, Appears to Still Be Moving Forward With Age Verification Rollout
Despite speculation online, Discord has not announced any pause or cancellation of global age verification beginning early in March 2026. If the changes go into effect as planned, all users will receive teen-by-default settings, and those seeking access to age-restricted spaces may be prompted to verify their age. The confusion likely stems from reports that the messaging service has ended its partnership with Persona, a third-party identity verification company.
New Microsoft Gaming CEO Faces Early Online Scrutiny From Xbox Fans
The Xbox gaming community was surprised Friday evening by a shakeup in the company’s corporate structure. Both Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer and Xbox President Sarah Bond confirmed they were stepping down from their respective positions—a move that raised questions about the future of Microsoft’s gaming division. Now, days before stepping into her new role as the CEO of Microsoft Gaming, the online profile of Asha Sharma is causing industry watchers some concern.
LA County Files Lawsuit Against Roblox Alleging Platform Fails to Protect Children and Enables Predators
Los Angeles County filed a lawsuit against Roblox, putting the massively popular gaming platform under renewed scrutiny. Officials allege the company has failed to adequately protect minors despite publicly positioning itself as a safe online environment. According to...
Xbox Leadership Rocked As Phil Spencer Retires And Sarah Bond “Resigns” In Major Gaming Shakeup
The Xbox leadership structure is undergoing its most dramatic upheaval in more than a decade after Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer announced his retirement and Xbox President Sarah Bond confirmed she is leaving the company — two moves landing simultaneously and...
Report Reveals Highguard Was Bankrolled By Chinese Company Tencent as Player Count Crashes, Developers Are Gone, And Website Is Down
A new report is raising fresh questions about the troubled launch and uncertain future of Highguard, the free-to-play PvP “raid shooter” that went from splashy awards-show reveal to industry punchline in a matter of months. According to reporting highlighted by IGN,...
Highguard Dev Hit With Layoffs Just Two Weeks After Launch As Player Counts Collapse For Wildlight’s Live-Service Shooter
The fallout surrounding Highguard has escalated at a staggering pace, with developer Wildlight Entertainment confirming staff cuts and mass layoffs just two weeks after the game’s launch — a timeline that demonstrates just how volatile the modern live-service market...
RUMOR: Another Nintendo Direct May Happen This Month & Include New 3D Mario Title Announcement
Reports circulating in gaming media suggest that Nintendo may present another Nintendo Direct-style broadcast during the third week of February 2026. Nintendo has not confirmed any such event. Coverage from outlets including GamingBible and MyNintendoNews highlights...