Daily Game News Digest - 2026-03-18

This just in from www.ign.com.

Games Workshop Just Brought Back an Iconic Warhammer 40,000 Character With a Flashy New Trailer

Author: Wesley Yin-Poole

Games Workshop has released a new trailer reviving the iconic Warhammer 40,000 character Commissar Sebastian Yarrick, who returns to the war-torn planet Armageddon to confront the Ork threat and a panicking Imperial official. The promotion introduces an updated Yarrick miniature that retains his classic pose, stolen Ork power klaw, bionic eye and other signature details, signaling the character's comeback amid a broader trend of resurrecting major figures as the franchise approaches its 11th edition.

Read the full article: https://www.ign.com/articles/games-workshop-just-brought-back-an-iconic-warhammer-40000-character-with-a-flashy-new-trailer

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www.polygon.com takes a closer look at the latest development.

MTG Deadpool Secret Lair drop includes Sol Ring, Lightning Bolt, and more

Author: Corey Plante

Magic: The Gathering's Secret Lair is releasing a new Deadpool-themed set titled I Fixed It (You're Welcome), featuring six vandalized versions of staple cards such as Sol Ring and Lightning Bolt. The cards are presented with a sparkly confetti foil treatment and were first revealed by creator Talia Vess in an Instagram video. Non-Deadpool versions of the same cards remain inexpensive.

Read the full article: https://www.polygon.com/mtg-deadpool-secret-lair-i-fixed-it-youre-welcome-drop/

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A new article is up at www.gamerant.com.

ARC Raiders Studio Co-Founder Exits Following Sexual Misconduct Claims

Embark Studios announced that co-founder and chief creative officer Robert Runesson has mutually agreed to leave the company after an internal investigation into allegations that he pursued a sexual relationship with a popular The Finals streamer; the law firm hired could not substantiate the claims, but the situation was deemed unsustainable. The departure comes as Embark's flagship title ARC Raiders remains popular and the studio teases two new games, though the controversy has sparked fan criticism over transparency and may affect its reputation moving forward.

Read the full article: https://gamerant.com/arc-raiders-studio-co-founder-misconduct-claims/

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www.gameinformer.com posted a fresh update.

Switch 2 Update Allows Switch Games To Run In TV Mode While In Handheld Mode

Author: Kyle Hilliard

Nintendo released firmware version 22.0.0 for both the Switch and the new Switch 2, adding a Handheld Boost Mode that lets Switch 2 run native Switch games at 1080p while the console is held in handheld mode-though the touchscreen is disabled, Joy-Cons are treated as a Pro controller, and the feature must be enabled manually. The update also introduces friend-list notes (visible only to the user), minor UI animation tweaks, GameChat enhancements, rewind/fast-forward controls for eShop trailers, and expanded accessibility options.

Read the full article: https://gameinformer.com/2026/03/17/switch-2-update-allows-switch-games-to-run-in-tv-mode-while-in-handheld-mode