Daily Game News Digest - 2026-03-19

From www.ign.com comes a fresh report.

Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse 'On Schedule,' Producers Hype Up 'Amazing New Things' for Spot

Author: Wesley Yin-Poole

Producers Phil Lord and Chris Miller confirmed to Variety that Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse remains on schedule for its June 18, 2027 release and will be the most emotional installment of the trilogy, featuring new, extra amazing animation for the villain Spot. The film's delays stem from the team's decision to split and then recombine the story to create a coherent sequel, as they push to outdo the acclaimed first two movies. Returning cast includes Daniel Kaluuya as Spider-Punk and Marvin Jones III as Tombstone.

Read the full article: https://www.ign.com/articles/spider-man-beyond-the-spider-verse-on-schedule-producers-hype-up-amazing-new-things-for-spot

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

New Day One Xbox Game Pass Game Confirmed for April 23

Double Fine's new multiplayer brawler **Kiln** is set to launch on April 23, 2026 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, and will be available on Xbox Game Pass the same day. An open beta runs from April 9-11 (likely Steam-only) following earlier closed playtests, and the game lets players craft custom pottery vessels that determine in-game stats for four-player PvP matches. Kiln continues Double Fine's trend of releasing titles on Game Pass after Microsoft's 2019 acquisition of the studio.

Read the full article: https://gamerant.com/xbox-game-pass-day-one-games-april-2026-kiln-release-date/

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This just in from www.polygon.com.

Netflix wants to send KPop Demon Hunters on tour

Author: Aimee Hart

In 2026, the animated film *K-Pop Demon Hunters* earned two Oscars-for Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song-and a sequel has been officially confirmed. The movie's fictional K-pop group, Huntr/x, has become so popular that Netflix is reportedly exploring a worldwide tour for the band.

Read the full article: https://www.polygon.com/kpop-demon-hunters-world-tour-netflix/

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A fresh post from www.gameinformer.com is live now.

Starfield Blasts Off On PlayStation 5 Next Month

Author: Marcus Stewart

Bethesda's open-world sci-fi RPG Starfield will launch on PlayStation 5 on April 7, arriving with all post-launch patches and the Free Lanes update. The PS5 version leverages DualSense features such as adaptive triggers, a health-indicating light bar and touch-pad shortcuts. It is offered in a $49.99 Standard Edition and a $69.99 Premium Edition, with a $24.99 upgrade that adds the Teran Armada DLC, Shattered Space expansion, extra creation credits, a skin pack, digital artbook and soundtrack.

Read the full article: https://gameinformer.com/2026/03/17/starfield-blasts-off-on-playstation-5-next-month