Death. Taxes. Thomas the Tank Engine quickly being modded into new games. Resident Evil Requiem‘s the latest one to gain the privilege of hosting some steam engine antics, buit this time around it’s not solely for goofs. Capcom are yet to add an arachnophobia mode, so a modder’s stepped in to swap out spiders for my friend and yours Thomas the Tank Engine.
Capcom has removed a controversial new form of DRM from Resident Evil 4 Remake, following complaints that its recent addition was impacting performance.
An update to the game’s Steam database listing shows that the Enigma DRM was removed earlier today, March 3, after an earlier listing showing its addition at the beginning of February.
Capcom has not commented publicly on the changes, though fans were quick to spot the publisher replacing the game’s previous Denuvo anti-piracy protection with Enigma, and the hit to performance that followed.
It’s a subject recently covered by Digital Foundry, whose tests showed a 40 percent deficit in performance within the game’s intro cutscenes, though more modest differences during gameplay. In a video published last month, DF’s Alex Battaglia noted that Denuvo was believed to operate as a subscription service, and that at some point publishers typically remove the software when its cost outweighs any perceived losses from piracy.
It’s at this point that fans believe Capcom switched to Enigma instead — a decision it has now seemingly U-turned on.
“Updating years old software with new DRM is just stupid,” Battaglia said. “Like, stop, don’t do that in the first place. Regardless of any possible performance degradations, what it’ll do to your game is just piss off your audience. It’ll make your modding scene really upset.”
Now, word that Enigma DRM is gone from Resident Evil 4 is being celebrated by fans on reddit, even as the decision to add it in the first place is being criticized.
“This was the most mid level executive that’s detached from gaming move I’ve seen,” wrote Resident Evil fan CoDog. “Like who would’ve thought it was a good idea to put in DRM on a two year old game that’s been regularly on sale that tanks low to mid level pc hardware’s performance? Seriously mind boggling move from Capcom.”
It sounds like a good time to revisit Resident Evil 4 Remake, though not before you’re done with the brilliant Resident Evil Requiem first. If you’re still exploring Leon S. Kennedy’s latest adventure then IGN’s Resident Evil: Requiem guide will help you every step of the way through RE9. Take note of these key tips and tricks before you get started, and focus on finding these important items early. Plus, our comprehensive walkthrough will make sure you don’t miss a single Bobblehead or file as you try to survive from the Rhodes Hill Chronic Care Center all the way to Raccoon City.
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Though millions of us are still busy with Resident Evil Requiem, it seems developer Capcom isn’t content to leave us playing as Raccoon City’s unluckiest cop for long — a presentation showing off what else the developer has in the works is set for Thursday, March 5.
Capcom Spotlight is a digital event that brings us up to date on the latest news from Capcom and the developer’s upcoming releases. Set for 2pm PT / 5pm ET / 10pm UK time), the half-hour show will be subtitled in 13 different languages.
The 30-minute digital event will update us on several upcoming Capcom games, and in particular Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, Pragmata, Street Fighter 6 Years 1-2 Fights Edition, Mega Man Starforce Legacy Collection, and Megaman Dual Override.
Megaman Dual Override is, of course, the brand-new entry in the classic action platforming series expected to release next year, while Mega Man Star Force: Legacy Collection is a compilation of Mega Man video games, including Mega Man Star Force: Pegasus, Mega Man Star Force: Leo, Mega Man Star Force: Dragon, Mega Man Star Force: Zerker x Ninja, Mega Man Star Force: Zerker x Saurian, Mega Man Star Force 3: Black Ace, and Mega Man Star Force 3: Red Joker. (Phew!)
Street Fighter 6: Years 1-2 Fighters Edition, currently expected in June, includes 26 characters released from Years 1 & 2, including their Outfit 1 Colors 3-10, and 20 stages (Alex is out later this month), while Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection tells the story of two nations on the path to ruin and the discovery of a mysterious egg gives cause for hope. It’s out next month.
Last but not least is Pragmata, an all-new sci-fi action adventure with its own unique hacking twist. Set in the near future, protagonists Hugh and his android companion Diana must work together as they make their way through the cold lunar research station.
Of course, that’s just what Capcom has confirmed will be shown — there’s usually a surprise or two, too, so make sure to tune in on Thursday.
On the subject of Capcom: we may now know the solution to Capcom’s devious Resident Evil Requiem Final Puzzle, but a whole new mystery is just beginning for fans — one centered on Leon S. Kennedy, and a huge secret that’s only hinted at in the game’s closing moments. Here’s what we know so far…
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Have you ever noticed your next company-wide meeting’s due and thought the following: ‘Oh, we should post an image prominently featuring a screen from a game rumoured to potentially be getting the remake or remaster treatment’? Well, that appears to have been the case for Iron Galaxy Studios, co-developers of Skyrim‘s Switch port and support studio on Fallout 76. It’s a screen from Fallout: New Vegas to boot.
Currently exclusive to the Pokémon Center in Japan.
Pokémon is celebrating its 30th anniversary in all sorts of ways, and one of the most in-demand products is the “Beginning Pikachu” plush, available at the Pokémon Center.
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Another generation winds down.
Following last week’s reveal of the next major Pokémon game Pokémon Winds & Waves, The Pokémon Company has officially announced it will be winding down Pokémon Scarlet & Violet‘s seasonal Ranked Battle content.
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Expect Mega Man and multiple other titles.
Nintendo has already got an Indie World showcase taking place this week, and now Capcom has announced it will be holding a special ‘Spotlight’ broadcast later this week on 5th March 2026.
This Spotlight will run for 30 minutes and wills include news Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, Pragmata, Mega Man Star Force: Legacy Collection and Street Fighter 6. According to Capcom’s website, one of the “featured titles” is Mega Man: Dual Override, due out in 2027.
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Five years ago, The Shore introduced PC players to a nightmare realm of cosmic horror and existential dread. Now, as the game celebrates its anniversary, that same haunting experience is coming to Xbox Series X|S in 2026 with The Shore: Enhanced Edition.
I still remember the first time I encountered one of The Shore‘s massive eldritch entities towering over the island’s abandoned ruins. That oppressive atmosphere, those twisted landscapes shaped by ancient gods – now console players will experience that same terror firsthand, reimagined and optimized for modern platforms.
Originally released on PC in February 2021, The Shore quickly gained recognition for its atmospheric Lovecraftian horror and deeply personal narrative. Dragonis Games’ debut title resonated with horror fans worldwide, establishing the studio’s reputation for creating immersive, story-driven experiences rooted in cosmic dread.
Now, through a publishing partnership with Iphigames, The Shore: Enhanced Edition brings this celebrated indie horror experience to a new generation of players on Xbox Series X|S. The Enhanced Edition has been fully adapted for modern console platforms, delivering refined visuals and an immersive experience that takes full advantage of the hardware.
You take on the role of Andrew, a father searching for his missing daughter on a remote island abandoned by humanity. As you explore decaying ruins and twisted landscapes, reality begins to fracture around you. The island hides secrets older than time itself, and every step forward pulls you deeper into a nightmare shaped by fear, loss and obsession.
Ancient gods lie hidden beneath the island, slowly changing the world above. Armed with strange artifacts and fragments of forbidden power, you must survive encounters with eldritch beings while uncovering the truth behind both the island and your daughter’s fate. Knowledge comes at a terrible cost.
The Shore blends exploration and environmental puzzles in a world shaped by forbidden knowledge. Dark visuals, huge creatures, and unsettling locations create a constant feeling of dread as you navigate villages, ruins and strange landscapes inspired by Lovecraftian horror.
You’ll solve environmental puzzles using logic, observation and strange objects found throughout your journey. The game’s immersive sound design uses whispers and silence to build tension and pull you deeper into this nightmarish world.
The five-year journey from PC launch to console debut represents an important milestone for Dragonis Games. Founded by Ares Dragonis, the independent studio has continued to focus on creating atmospheric, story-driven experiences inspired by cosmic and psychological horror, with previous titles including Eresys and Necrophosis.
The console version comes through a publishing partnership with Iphigames, a game development studio based in Athens, Greece, that supports distinctive and ambitious projects and helps developers bring their creative visions to console and global audiences.
The Shore: Enhanced Edition is scheduled to launch on Xbox Series X|S in 2026. As the game enters its sixth year, this console release marks a new chapter for the beloved horror adventure.
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Woot’s latest video game sale – titled the ‘Video Games For All!’ sale – is stacked with exciting offers at the moment. Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is one of the many great games on sale there that’s crossed our radar, with big discounts on its standard edition for PS5 and its Ultima Limited Edition for PS5 and Xbox Series X.
Just how big are these discounts at Woot? Well, the standard version of Space Marine 2 for PS5 is 50% off, down to $24.99. If you’re looking to splash out on the Ultima Limited Edition instead, the Xbox Series X version is also 50% off right now, down to $49.99, while the PS5 version is 45% off, down to $54.99. Check out these deals below.
The Ultima Limited Edition is quite the upgrade for Space Marine 2 fans, if that’s the one you have your eyes on. This version of the game comes in a white and gold steelbook, which you can see below, and includes Season Pass 1 and 2 – which sets you up with decals, colors, armor pieces, and champion skins – alongside the Macragge’s Chosen DLC.
Even if you don’t opt to buy the Ultima Limited Edition, you’re still in for a great time playing the game with the standard PS5 copy. Our review from IGN’s Chris Reed said it, “may not break the third-person shooter mold, but it looks amazing, makes good use of its Warhammer lore, and has brutal combat that just feels great.”
The ‘Video Games For All!’ sale only runs for a few more days, until March 5, but there’s plenty more to explore alongside these Space Marine 2 deals. Check out our breakdown of Woot’s latest sale to see some of our favorite picks worth grabbing before it comes to an end.
Hannah Hoolihan is a freelancer who writes with the guides and commerce teams here at IGN.
Pokémon TCG’s next Mega Evolution expansion, Perfect Order, is set to release on March 27. It’s been hard to come by at major retailers, at least at MSRP prices.
But a recent preorder surge at Target (which is now out of stock again) has seemingly added to the ongoing price crash for Perfect Order products, such as the Elite Trainer Box, at resale marketplaces at like TCGplayer.
For a limited time, Target had preorders available for the Perfect Order Elite Trainer Box at $59.99, which is the best price we’ve seen on an ETB in a long time. If you missed out, hard luck this time. But, not all hope is lost, as long as you’re okay with paying just a bit more.
Over the past month, the Perfect Order Elite Trainer Boxes have dropped from a high of $145.92 resale at trusted marketplace TCGplayer, to an all-time low of $94.48. Market price is currently sitting at $95.88, and has been on a steady decline, dropping -26.76% in just the past 30 days.
Target’s latest restock could potentially even sink the ETB market price further, and we’ll have to keep an eye on it over the next couple of weeks to see how things stablize.
By comparison, other Mega Evolution expansions like Ascended Heroes (which launched just a few weeks back), is sitting at around $110 market price. That’s a -32.11% drop in just the past month, falling from its all time high of $179.99. Still, it’s not just hit the resale lows of Perfect Order, a set that’s not even out yet.
To paint a clearer picture, we can even look at Phantasmal Flames ETBs, which currently sit a lot closer to Perfect Order with a market price of $93.63. However, interestingly, Phantasmal Flames is actually on the rise in popularity after hitting lows of $75 just a few weeks back at TCGplayer and Amazon.
That’s a +20.70% spike in just 30 days, and signals how Phantasmal Flames ETBs could even be in for something of a renaissance in price if it continues this trend. It’s still far from its $175 highs, but definitely still worth keeping an eye on.
Third party sellers have also recently started to sell Perfect Order at Amazon, with prices still above market price for the time being (at least for the most part). Note that Amazon is yet to officially list its own stock (i.e. sold and shipped by Amazon).
ETBs are listed for $115 via ‘Kings Games’ – which in all fairness has a very positive 5-star Amazon rating. Still, at that price, you’re currently better off ordering from TCGplayer.
The better deals can be found on 3 Pack Blisters (Chikorita), which are around $46.88 at TCGplayer, but $44.95 via Kings Games at Amazon with free delivery. The retailer has also got the Build & Battle Box for $59.99 with free delivery, also cheaper than TCGplayer right now at around $69.11 market price.
Robert Anderson is IGN’s Senior Commerce Editor and resident deals expert on games, collectibles, trading card games, and more. You can follow him @robertliam21 on Bluesky.
