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    Pragmata Preview. New Gameplay, Boss Fight, And Why It Works

    17/03/2026 | 8 mins.
    I got extended hands-on time with Pragmata, and after going beyond the demo, it’s clear this game has more going on than Capcom has shown so far.In this preview, I explore the main hub area, take on a massive boss fight, and break down the relationship between the main character and the mysterious girl. I also encountered new enemy types and got a better understanding of how combat and puzzle mechanics work together.Pragmata is starting to take shape in a meaningful way, and some of its most interesting ideas don’t fully come through in the demo alone.This is not a review, but if you’re curious about Pragmata or wondering whether it stands out, this should give you a clearer picture of what Capcom is building.
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    NVIDIA’s DLSS 5 Is Getting Cooked by Gamers

    17/03/2026 | 12 mins.
    NVIDIA just revealed DLSS 5 and pitched it as a major leap for graphics, using AI-powered neural rendering to add more photoreal lighting and materials to games. But instead of excitement, the reveal sparked a wave of backlash from players, artists, and tech watchers who think it looks less like an upgrade and more like AI slop. Let’s talk about why DLSS 5 is already so divisive.
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    Xbox Says Indie Developers Are Driving Gaming’s Biggest Ideas

    16/03/2026 | 18 mins.
    How do independent developers actually get their games on Xbox?In this interview, I sit down with ID@Xbox leader Guy Richards to talk about how Microsoft is helping small teams publish games on console, PC, handheld, and cloud.We discuss how the publishing process works today, why Xbox wants to remove hurdles for indie developers, and how small studios can pitch their games directly to the platform.Richards also explains how Xbox is helping developers reach players across multiple devices, why innovation often comes from smaller teams, and what indie developers should do if they want their game to stand out.If you’ve ever wondered how indie games actually make it onto Xbox, this conversation breaks down the process.
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    Xbox Is Already Making Big Changes (And You May Hate One of Them)

    15/03/2026 | 12 mins.
    Xbox is already making big changes to its ecosystem in 2026, and one of them may not go over well with fans. Microsoft appears to be quietly moving away from its controversial “This Is an Xbox” marketing push while introducing new initiatives like Gaming Copilot and continuing to expand Xbox beyond traditional consoles.
    ⚔️Join Heroes of History now using my link https://innogames.sng.link/Abqbt/rrb2/o7ku&label=Destin and enter code DESTIN to get a head start against Anubis⚡Available only for new players! #HeroesofHistoryPartnerIn this video I break down what these shifts could mean for the future of Xbox. From changes in messaging and platform strategy to new AI tools and ecosystem updates, Microsoft’s long-term vision for Xbox may already be evolving faster than people realize.Is Xbox redefining what the platform actually is? And could some of these changes upset longtime fans? Let’s talk about it.
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    Marvel Rivals Dev Says Hero Shooters Are Just Getting Started

    14/03/2026 | 15 mins.
    Marvel Rivals Executive Producer Danny Koo says the hero shooter genre is just getting started. In this interview we talk about why Marvel Rivals has taken off, how the team plans content nearly a year in advance, and why community feedback is critical for making a live service game work.We also discuss the philosophy behind designing Marvel Rivals characters, how abilities and hero identities are translated from Marvel lore into gameplay, and how the team created original characters like Luna Snow. Koo explains how playtest data, surveys, and community feedback help the developers refine the game before and after launch.We also talk about the challenges of launching live service games today, the state of the games industry, and why the team believes there’s still room for more hero shooters in the market.

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Save State Plus is a weekly show dedicated to having conversations about the state of the video game industry. Join us as we have people from all over the industry join to discuss the industry, coverage about the industry, and what the future holds at this specific Save Point in time.
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