*Due to time constraints, this article was published Tuesday morning when it should have been published on Sunday. We apologize for the delay and want to be clear: this information covers March 17-23.
This week has been packed with news in the gaming industry, from new Minecraft updates, the AI controversy in ARK: Aquatica, the return of Fortnite OG, to the sad closure of a studio. Here we go! 🎮
Minecraft Updates
During Minecraft Live, Mojang revealed upcoming updates for the game. Among the most notable is Vibrant Visual, a long-awaited graphical improvement that introduces a new shading and lighting system, elevating Minecraft’s visuals to the next level.
They’ve also introduced a new mob: the Ghastling, whose addition has left fans speechless, as its presence changes the game’s lore in unexpected ways.
ARK: Aquatica and its AI at GDC 2025
If you’re a fan of dinosaurs and survival, ARK: Aquatica showed off a new trailer featuring advanced AI at GDC 2025. However, the community hasn’t received this update well, criticizing the studio’s lack of effort in presenting this new expansion. Many players were hoping for a more polished trailer with significant improvements. At the time of upload, the trailer had nearly 60,000 dislikes on YouTube.
ARK: Aquatica Official Trailer GDC 2025
Fortnite OG: Chapter 1 Season 3 now available
The Fortnite of the old days is back with OG: Chapter 1 Season 3. Players can relive the game's best days with classic gameplay and nostalgic skins. The launch is scheduled for this March 25th!
Spectre Divide and the closure of its studio
Bad news for Spectre Divide fans, as the studio has announced its closure. Spectre Divide is a 3v3 competitive tactical shooter where players can control two teams in real time, allowing them to defend two locations simultaneously, strategically take cover, or swap positions in the middle of the action. While few details have been revealed about the reason for the closure, it is speculated that poor sales were a key factor in the decision.
If you get the chance, try the game, leave your reviews, and share it on social media. Sometimes, the community can make all the difference and give projects like this a second chance. Don't underestimate the power of players! 🎮🔥
Little Puppy: A heartwarming story about a puppy
But it’s not all bad news. Coming soon is My Little Puppy, a game that tells the story of a puppy on his final journey to heaven to reunite with his owner. Without a doubt, it’s a title that promises to strike a chord with players, similar to the story of Hachiko.
Sonic Unleashed arrives on PC thanks to a fan🎉
Surprise for Sonic fans! Thanks to the community’s efforts, a fan has created Sonic Recompiled, an application that converts the Xbox 360 version of Sonic Unleashed into a completely free PC port. If you own your original copy of the game, you can now enjoy this classic without limitations and with improved performance.Unleashed Recompiled – Release Trailer
Cairn: The Mountain Survival Game
Finally, an indie game worth watching: Cairn, a survival game where you have to climb a mountain, planning your route and managing your resources. If you enjoy challenges and exploration, this game could be an interesting entry in the survival genre.
And that was the biggest news of the week. Which of these games are you most excited for? Will you be trying Sonic Unleashed on PC, or are you excited for Minecraft’s graphical improvements? Let us know your thoughts in the comments and don’t forget to follow us for more gaming content. See you in the next article, and keep enjoying your video games!
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Minecraft LIVE – March 2025: The Deep Dig (After-show) – YouTube
The Event That Started It All – Fortnite OG Season 3 Launches March 25
