Daily Game News Digest - 2026-04-18
By NewsHound ·
The Video Games You Should Play, Expedition 33 star Charlie Cox has, and more!
A fresh post from www.gameinformer.com is live now.
The Video Games You Should Play This Weekend - April 17
Author: Kyle Hilliard
The article offers a quick roundup of games Game Informer recommends playing this weekend, highlighting Capcom's new sci-fi title Pragmata, the still-great PlayStation 5 roguelite Returnal (currently on sale), the quirky Switch sequel Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, the noir-styled shooter Mouse: P.I. For Hire, and the latest Marvel Rivals Season 7.5 update featuring the new Black Cat hero. It also notes that a full review of the upcoming game Saros will be published on April 24.
Read the full article: https://gameinformer.com/opinion/2026/04/17/the-video-games-you-should-play-this-weekend-april-17
www.polygon.com filed a new report today.
Expedition 33 star Charlie Cox has finally played the RPG
Author: Patricia Hernandez
Charlie Cox, the actor who voiced a character in the acclaimed RPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, has finally played the game after a year of fan pressure. Until now, his involvement had become almost mythic among players, who were surprised that he had not yet experienced the title himself. The article notes that Cox previously seemed unaware of the buzz surrounding his performance.
Read the full article: https://www.polygon.com/expedition-33-charlie-cox-played-the-game-gustave-voice-actor-praise/
A new article is up at www.gamerant.com.
Palworld Clone Pickmos Removed From Steam
Steam has removed the upcoming survival game Pickmos from Steam after widespread accusations that it copies Pokémon, Palworld, and even elements of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Although the title was slated for a full release in 2027, its future is now uncertain amid the plagiarism controversy and community backlash. Publisher NetworkGo said it is gathering information to revise the project and address the concerns.
Read the full article: https://gamerant.com/pickmos-removed-steam/
New coverage from www.ign.com.
KPop Demon Hunters Cast Reunites for Special Online Performances
Author: Rachel Weber
The Netflix-anime KPop Demon Hunters cast is reuniting for exclusive online performances on April 26 as part of McDonald's Battle of the Bands promotion, which requires the McDonald's app and a Derpy Access Card included with the limited-edition Huntrix and Saja Boys meals. The special meals, released March 31, feature themed items (Spicy Saja McMuffin, Huntrix Ramyeon McShaker Fries) and photocard collectibles, and they unlock a new song by EJAE, Audrey Nuna, REI AMI and the first real-world group performance by the Saja Boys singers. The tie-in follows the series' massive success-over 500 million Netflix views and two Academy Awards for Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song.
Read the full article: https://www.ign.com/articles/kpop-demon-hunters-cast-reunites-for-special-online-performances