GamersHeroes Tuesday, March 31, 2026 11:09 AM A new project by Ryan Colt Levy, his first solo alternative rock single "Sometimes I Dream Backwards" under RCL is now available across all major music platforms. The post Ryan Colt Levy's Solo Alternative Rock Single "Sometimes I Dream Backwards" Live appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Tuesday, March 31, 2026 9:28 AM Shinier than its many golden eggs, Go! Go! Mister Chickums provides a pixel-perfect arcade challenge that had us gunning for yet another shot at its hallowed leaderboards. The post Go! Go! Mister Chickums Review appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
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Kotaku Tuesday, March 31, 2026 10:38 AM  MeTV has slopped up everyone's favorite platforming duo and the end results are ugly |
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Kotaku Tuesday, March 31, 2026 9:58 AM  Leave Ellie alone, Naughty Dog |
Kotaku Tuesday, March 31, 2026 9:47 AM  Also: will Disney eventually buy Epic Games? |
Kotaku Tuesday, March 31, 2026 9:16 AM  The Switch 2 kart racer is nerfing one of its most annoying items |
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PCGamesN Tuesday, March 31, 2026 12:38 PM Unknown World's latest and final video, titled Mayday, concludes the Voices from Beyond series, providing an in-depth look at Subnautica 2's story. |
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PCGamesN Tuesday, March 31, 2026 7:59 AM With the Arc Raiders Flashpoint update imminent, I'm struck with a fear of AI enemies - something I haven't felt for a long, long time. |
PCGamesN Tuesday, March 31, 2026 4:00 AM Bethesda, Microsoft, Epic, Ubisoft, and several other iconic publishers/developers are all in on the latest Humble Bundle, with eight games for just $18. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, March 31, 2026 11:56 AM  A major French consumers group is taking Ubisoft to court over the publisher's ending of online support for The Crew in March 2024, rendering the notionally singleplayer-friendly open world racer unplayable. They're acting with the backing of the Stop Killing Games movement, who want publishers at large to stop yanking servers and taking games offline. |
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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, March 31, 2026 11:00 AM  There is a tiny wild sun trapped inside my crystal tower. I hear its garbled voice and catch the yellow of its fire through the blinding white blocks of the summit. The tower itself is so bright on the outside you can barely identify objects placed on it, but I have smashed the crust and dug a network of passages, and it's shadier within. A realm of shining fog, slick as tooth enamel, with fissured, fugitive reflections that call to mind the beautiful quartz spacecraft in Noctis. The relative gloom inside the tower implies that the structure's external radiance is also a reflection. It appears to be caught in the glare of some celestial body, but if such a body exists, it emits radiation invisible to the naked eye, discernable only from its impact on other bodies. The skies of Lucid Blocks are dark and cloudy even by day, inasmuch as 'day' means anything in the game. There is one major astral feature, a hazy torus that neither rises nor sets, luminous enough to orient by when exploring the game's procedurally generated landscapes, but not enough to actually light your steps after dark. The only real sun here is the one below. The one I crafted. It slurs and shouts, nosing the walls of its prison. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, March 31, 2026 10:38 AM  Letters have been sent by the US Federal Trade Commission to the CEOs of Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, and Stripe, reminding them that there could be hell to pay if they deny customers access to their services because of said customers' political or religious views. Potential discrimination against those with Trumpy views are the body's main concern, but their push could also impact the buying of NSFW games. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, March 31, 2026 9:04 AM  A capacious and speedy power bank is a tech essential in my book for keeping all your stuff charged, be it a phone, headphones or a handheld games console such as a Steam Deck. This Anker Zolo option provides up to 30W of power for speedy charging, and has a hefty 20,000mAh capacity in a compact size. At the moment, this power bank is at the lower part of its price cycle on Amazon judging by price tracking graphs, working out to £25 on Amazon UK and $34 on Amazon USA. The latter deal is part of the final day of the US Amazon Spring Sale, too. That's an excellent price on such a powerful unit, giving you a compact and powerful option that's a surefire hit for when you're taking on your travels. |
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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, March 31, 2026 5:32 AM  With the first few months of its latest target release year drawing to a close, the modders behind Skyblivion are looking to make some "final" and "vital" veteran additions to their team in order to get the ambitious remake of Oblivion in Skyrim's engine over the line. This comes after a delay late last year, which saw Skyblivion's arrival pushed to 2026, following some accusations from a former dev that it was being rushed out of the door. |
Siliconera Tuesday, March 31, 2026 11:00 AM
Kotobukiya announced four Mega Man series figures will appear throughout 2026, with the hero appearing first and being followed by Roll, Dr Light, and Dr Wily. Pre-orders are live for all four of them via the US storefront. However, note that the two doctors are only available as a pair and aren't sold separately. Previously, the company released a number of model kits of characters from the series.
Mega Man will be the first in this Oshi Works figure series to appear. He'll show up in October 2026 worldwide. That will cost $59.99. The pose used makes it look like he's about to fire his Mega Buster. Pre-orders for that one close on April 24, 2026. He's the shortest figure in the line at just over seven inches tall (180mm), since he's crouching a bit as he prepares to fire.
Roll will appear after him, as her figure launches in November 2026. She will also cost $59.99. That figure features a neutral pose, with the heroine's arms at her side. As such, she stands at about seven and a half inches tall (190mm). Pre-orders for that one closes on May 12, 2026.
As for the Dr Light and Dr Wily figures, both of them are over eight and a half inches tall (220mm), though Wily does seem a bit taller. Each is wearing their lab coats. Light's hands are at his sides, while Wily's are in his pockets. Those will appear in a bundle together for $79.99 in December 2026. However, while packaged together, they are not attached at the base and can be displayed separately. That pre-order ends on June 9, 2026.
Here's how all of those figures look:
The Mega Man series Oshi Works figures will appear between October 2026 and December 2026. Mega Man will show up first in October 2026. Roll will follow in November 2026. The two doctors will be paired together and sold in December 2026.
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Siliconera Tuesday, March 31, 2026 10:00 AM
Nintendo shared a free update for Mario Kart World and, after downloading the patch, we can find Bob-omb Blast as an option in multiplayer Battle mode. The Bullet Bill item ended up buffed as well, while the Boomerang Flower is nerfed. It is immediately available, and a Japanese trailer shows what to expect from the mode.
This marks the third Mario Kart game in which Bob-omb Blast appeared as a Battle mode, as it appeared in Double Dash on the GameCube and 8 Deluxe on the Switch before showing up in World. Everyone gets the Bob-omb items from Item Boxes and must toss them at others in an attempt to pop the six balloons attached to their vehicles. You can hold up to 10 at a time. Nintendo also noted in the patch notes that holding the trigger affects the distance they are thrown. As the video shows, getting caught in the blast radius and losing your balloons knocks you out.
Here's the official trailer:
In the case of the two item adjustments, there are a handful of alterations to the Boomerang Flower and Bullet Bill in Mario Kart World. The range is reduced on the boomerang. It also seems like it no longer is available for a period of time. The patch notes mention a limitation on "the number of consecutive throws," which means it might work more like it did in Mario Kart 8 and Deluxe. With Bullet Bill, it will be faster on Bowser's Castle, Rainbow Road, and Starview Peak and all courses' shortcuts will be easier to trigger with it.
Mario Kart World is available for the Switch 2.
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Siliconera Tuesday, March 31, 2026 9:00 AM
Fishbowl is an unusual experience that, on the surface, looks like a life sim, but is more of a brief visual novel where your day-to-day choices for Alo determines what happens next for her. And boy, does she need it. She's not just dealing with one major life change and type of potential trauma, but three. It's an examination of a life and how someone moves forward when dealing with different types of stress, as well as an examination of how small actions and interactions can change your life. Aside from a little tedium, it can feel cathartic helping someone move forward and heal.
Alo is going through a lot. She's only 21, so she's just become an adult. She's gotten her first major job, which entailed a move to a new city. She doesn't know anyone there, beyond meeting the landlady. COVID started, resulting in remote work and social distancing. Oh, and her grandmother died, and she wasn't able to see her right before it happened. And as a result of that and the current cultural situation, her family's tea shop looks like it might close. She's uncertain about her position, wants to be home, can't write like she used to, and experiences nightmares every night. After a shipment from her mom of some of the things her Jaja left her arrives and a small goldfish toy she named Paplet and used to love is in it, it comes to life. Over the next month, her interactions with the toy, her job, the people she can connect to virtually, and items in her home can help shape the course of her life.
There is so much happening to Alo at once in Fishbowl that it almost seems unbelievable, and it's absolutely overwhelming. If it had just been a tale about dealing with grief while far from home, that would have been traumatic enough, but we're also watching a young woman who doesn't have much faith in herself get accustomed to an incredible job (that she clearly does deserve), adjusting to life on her own, and handling the measures you need to stay safe during a pandemic. Her grief over her family's loss does feel like the focal point, with imissmyfriends.studio sort of prioritizing that element of the story, but the 30 virtual days do spend a lot of time dealing with all of these combined elements and the way they can weigh on an individual in a way that makes sense.
Each day, there will be both scripted and unscripted events for Alo to encounter. Some of them involve Paplet and seeing past members with Jaja and other people important to Alo. Going through the editing minigame, which involves sorting items constantly moving into the right spots and deleting errors, is another and provides a means of seeing her interact with new coworkers. A friend or family member will usually call. There will be packages from Jaja's home to sort as you go through the things she left behind. Optional activities are also possible, like eating meals, cleaning up, binge watching shows, doom scrolling social media, trying to write, and bathing. All of these can influence Alo's mental state, which is also represented by bars and visual cues. Some are more neutral, but there are also ones with clouds overhead to suggest depression and a growing plant to signal optimism.
A thing that struck me is, as I started Fishbowl and learned how each kind of action influenced Alo's current mood, I often felt afraid to do anything. Since her responses to people are tied to that, you can be locked out of selections if she's too upset. Since you have no idea how different things in her apartment will affect her until you do interact with them, I found myself going out of my way to engage in repetitive (positive) activities to keep her spirits up. Likewise, if you're hoping for more negative reactions, those can be walled off by her being in too good of a mood. (Though frankly, it seemed easier to bring her down.) It is something you become aware of very early on, since as the game begins Alo isn't in a good place. However, since many of the positive actions are repetitive ones that can also be tied to quick-time event style interactions, that also can drag things out a bit.
While for the most part Fishbowl is a exploration game and visual novel that prioritizes choosing what Alo does and how she responds to people, there are some minigames. The video editing and unpacking ones are both quite pleasant sorting activities that aren't too tedious. In the former, you move the current item up or down so it is in the correct line, then press a button to quickly drop it into the correct position (or delete it). At most, it lasts a few minutes, and there's positive reinforcement interactions with pleasant coworkers when it's done. Unpacking means picking up and shifting things around in boxes to clear a path to a specific item in a method that feels inspired a bit by sliding tile puzzle games. With smaller actions like making food, washing dishes, doing laundry, or even using the toilet, you see a series of a few small images with directions below them. There's no explanation as to what to do or press, though it's fairly obvious except for one occasion in which I didn't catch on that I needed to hold a trigger rather than press or hold a button. (The options do offer an accessibility option tied to those two minigames, but there's none to eliminate the quicker interactions.) I felt like it helped reinforce a routine for the heroine. Now, that might feel a bit tedious to maintain over the in-game month, but it is there and there are benefits.
But what really is striking about Fishbowl is the artistic direction. For a game set in such a small space, it feels quite detailed. The spritework for Alo's apartment and the things she finds when unpacking Jaja's items are delicate and intricate. The character designs for her and her friends are gorgeous and filled with little details that cover their personality and culture. I love that when we see the video calls between her and other people, we also get to see a small video of her in the corner that shows her reactions. It's quite pretty, and the setpieces and layouts feel meaningful.
Fishbowl is a heartfelt story about dealing with many different life changes and traumas at once, all while finding a way forward. How we do so depends on choices we make. Not just responses to people around Alo, but how she chooses to live her life and push forward. While some of that routine might feel a little boring, that too feels like a commentary on life and how difficult it might feel to keep moving forward when seeing tangible results takes time. It's one of those games where you start to really see how important actions are once you're a few hours into it.
Fishbowl is available on the PS5 and PC. A demo is available.
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Destructoid Tuesday, March 31, 2026 10:46 AM
Every so often, the Pokopia devs release limited-time events to keep people playing. The first was the "More Spores for Hoppip," which added Hoppip, Skiploom, and Jumpluff to the game. For the next event, the game is teaming up with IKEA for a new Cloud Island and real-life furniture sales. And hopefully for fans of the life-sim, we get even more events in the future.
All of these events can be time-traveled to by changing your Nintendo Switch 2's clock. But if you're wanting to play the game as intended, we've put together a list of all the events in Pokopia and their dates so you can stay up to date.
Here's every event that's either already been released in Pokopia or is planned, including their dates and a brief description about what they offered.
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All events in Pokopia
Current event in Pokopia
There currently is no live event in Pokopia.
Next Pokopia event
The next Pokopia event will be the IKEA crossover, which will run from April 1 to May 10. Players will be able to visit Cloud Islands designed by IKEA in the game. If you're looking for new furniture for your actual home, you can head to participating IKEA stores to pick up Pikachu and Snorlax-themed items. There will also be special food items and stickers available for purchase in stores. Check out the IKEA Japan website for more information on in-store participation.
While the IKEA event is live, players will be able to compete in Bulbasaur's Jump Rope Contest from April 19 to April 27. Practice your skills now to get ready for the event when the fun begins!
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Destructoid Tuesday, March 31, 2026 10:26 AM
A new Marathon update is live, and while it's mainly full of bug fixes and minor tweaks, one of the game's classes just got a big nerf to its movement tech.
Sorry, Thief players, but the fix is in. Marathon gamers quickly found out over the game's first couple of weeks that there was a movement exploit to "slide cancel" with the Thief Runner Shell's Grapple Device ability. It's now gone.
"One of our core philosophies for Marathon is that rapid repositioning and aggression must always have a meaningful cost," Bungie said in the patch notes. "That cost can be an ability charge, heat buildup, or increased risk but it must exist and be understandable to an observer. Unbounded movement, while expressive and clip-worthy, is ultimately unhealthy for the pace of play we want to maintain for Marathon. To set expectations early, we will be looking at any future movement exploits through the same lens."
If you give any competitive gamer the opportunity to game the system a bit, they'll usually take it. This is especially true for Destiny players, many of whom have migrated to Marathon, as they have been figuring out ways to cheese their in-game movement for over a decade.
For the rest of the changes in today's update, check out the patch notes below.
Marathon patch notes - March 31: Update 1.0.5.2
Combat
Runner Shells
Contracts
Zones
Dire Marsh
Outpost
Cryo Archive
Armory
Codex
UI & UX
Keybinds
Text Chat
Localization
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Destructoid Tuesday, March 31, 2026 10:19 AM
Furtive Meetings is a new quest in ARC Raiders, introduced as part of the Flashpoint update. It will take you on an adventure on Stella Montis. All tasks of this contract have to be completed in a single run, which makes it potentially tough.
Let's look at how to complete all the tasks in this quest.
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ARC Raiders Furtive Meetings quest walkthrough
The Furtive Meetings quest can be broken down into the following tasks.
Search for the secret meeting spot under a staircase in the Medical Research
The first location is at the southern end of the Medical Research POI. This is a high-tier loot area, so you need to be careful about enemies. I have marked the location you need to reach.
Once you reach the spot, you'll find a set of stairs. Don't take the stairs, and instead go underneath. You'll find a logo on the wall along with the prompt to photograph the meeting spot.
Find the secret meeting spot near the ventilation shaft between Robotic Sanbox B and Seed Vault
The second spot is between the Seed Vault and the Robotic Sandbox B location. I have marked the spot to make it easy for you to find. Once there, you'll find the same symbol (that you photographed in the first task).
Interact with the symbol to click its photo and complete the second task.
Find the secret meeting spot at the bottom of the staircase connecting the Cultural Archives and Seed Vault
From the second secret spot, continue straight along the corridor through the ventilation shaft, and take the first left. Head straight once again, and you'll reach the final secret meeting spot. I have marked the exact spot above.
Once you take a photograph, search the spot, and you'll find a cardboard box. This box contains Secret Meeting Info that you'll need to bring back safely and return it to Shani.
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Destructoid Tuesday, March 31, 2026 10:13 AM
Binding Vows are a secondary or tertiary factor of your build but can be a nice little damage or defense boost if you pick the best ones. That said, the most viable ones depend drastically on whether you're focusing on PVP or PVE. That's why I made two KAIZEN Binding Vow tier lists for both modes.
Best Binding Vows in KAIZEN for PVE/PVP
Here's what you need to know about the best Vows in KAIZEN for PVP and PVE:
That's it for my KAIZEN Binding Vows tier list for PVP and PVE. Check out my KAIZEN Locations guide for a quick overview of where everything is on the map.
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Destructoid Tuesday, March 31, 2026 9:36 AM
The Flashpoint update has brought a host of different quests in ARC Raiders, and this includes the Fragmented Logs. You'll need to head to the Stella Montis map after receiving the quest from Shani.
Let's look at how you can complete all the tasks in this quest.
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ARC Raiders Fragmented Logs quest walkthrough
To complete the quest, you'll need to finish the following tasks.
I advise bringing one Electrical Component to complete the first task and the quest easily.
Repair the out-of-service terminal with an Electrical Component in either of the Sandbox control rooms
The first job is to reach the Sandbox POI. The Control Room POI is located right between the two Sandboxes. To be more precise, you'll need to reach the Control Room in the southern portion of the map. Go inside, and you'll find a terminal on the southern wall.
Use the Electrical Component to repair the terminal by replacing its broken parts.
Enable the power in any of the conduit backrooms near the Robotic Sandboxes
Once the repair is complete, head to the Robotic Sandbox A POI and move towards the east side, which takes you all the way to Control Room A3. There's a terminal switch on the wall on the right. Interact with it to turn on the main power switch.
Boot the mainframe data terminal in the Cultural Archives service backrooms
Finally, travel to the Cultural Archives POI. There's a chamber in the southeastern part of the area that has the main data terminal. Interact with the terminal to bring it online.
Doing so completes the final task and the Fragmented Logs quest as a whole. You'll be rewarded with the following items.
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Destructoid Tuesday, March 31, 2026 9:01 AM
The Test Case is a new quest in ARC Raiders that's available as part of the Flashpoint update. On the surface, this is a relatively easy quest, as there is no hidden information to crack. However, you'll need to face some of the harder enemies and take them down to complete the tasks.
ARC Raiders Test Case quest walkthrough
The Test Case quest can be broken down into four parts.
Incidentally, I already had Hornet Drivers and Fireball Burners in my inventory. You can simply donate them directly from your inventory to Apollo. You can find Hornets and Fireballs pretty easily.
For the Firefly, you'll need to adopt the same strategy as the Hornet. You'll want to take the rotors at the back down, which will make it unable to aim at you. Using weapons like the Renegade will allow you to land those precise shots that are crucial to take down the Firefly.
Alternatively, you can also use explosives or weapons like the Hullcracker. A few shots from the Hullcracker should be enough to destroy the Firefly completely. You can then salvage its remains to find the Burner and bring it back safely to Apollo.
If you already have a Firefly Burner in your inventory, you can also donate it to Apollo for the quest. However, you'll still have to destroy at least one Firefly to complete the quest.
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Destructoid Tuesday, March 31, 2026 9:00 AM
Blizzard Entertainment is teaming up with WEBTOON for a new webcomic series about Overwatch, aiming to bring more storytelling than ever to fans of the hero shooter.
The new webcomic, called Overwatch: Undivided, is just one more part of Blizzard's efforts to continue telling stories within the Overwatch universe, including expanding on the overarching narrative introduced with the game's large-scale update earlier this year.
"In the aftermath of Talon's strike on Watchpoint: Gibraltar, the heroes of Overwatch take in their devastating defeat," the synopsis reads. "But Vendetta is far from finished, launching attacks around the world on research facilities, military bases, and major cities. As Sojourn rallies the weary heroes to face Talon wherever they strike, she receives crushing news that calls everything she's stood for into question: When the world says it doesn't need heroes, can Overwatch still stand, undivided?"
Blizzard has made it a point to re-focus on the worldbuilding of Overwatch this year, adding in-game lore tabs where players can follow along with the ongoing plot that took a wild turn in an animated short when Vendetta slayed Doomfist and wrested control of Talon to start a global conflict. This new partnership with WEBTOON furthers that commitment, giving fans more of their favorite characters as the plot moves forward.
I don't have much experience with WEBTOON myself, other than my limited knowledge from watching a Korean drama on Netflix earlier this year. But the English-language platform has support for all sorts of stories and comic-like episodic releases for readers to come back to weekly or otherwise.
Earlier in the week, Blizzard also announced that Nexon would be handling publishing and live service operations for Overwatch in Korea, so it appears that the region is an important one for the franchise moving into the future.
The first episode of Overwatch: Undivided is available on WEBTOON tonight at 7pm CT, and the first three will be free to view. Episodes four through eight will require a Fast Pass subscription.
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Destructoid Tuesday, March 31, 2026 8:39 AM
Waking the Grid is a new quest introduced in ARC Raiders as part of the Flashpoint update, and it begins after receiving the task from Shani. It's advisable to bring five Batteries with you to make your life easier.
Let's look at how to complete the quest and unlock all the available rewards.
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ARC Raiders Waking the Grid quest walkthrough
The Waking the Grid quest can be broken down into the following tasks. All the tasks for this quest can be completed on the Spaceport map.
Activate the Security Sensors in one of the Guard Towers
For the first task, you'll need to head to one of the Guard Towers that perimeter the inner area of Spaceport. I have marked its location on the image above. You'll need to reach the top floor of the building. There are several entrances on the ground.
Take the zipline to reach the top, and you'll come across a terminal in the Guard Towers. Interact with it to activate the security sensors and proceed to the next task.
Start the Security Control Center in the Departure Building
For this part, you'll need to head to the Departure Building. I entered from the side where 'B1' is marked on the wall. If you're heading from the same entrance, take the first doorway on your left and follow the corridor to the right.
Go straight and take the first room on the left to find a terminal that will bring the Security Control Center online and power it up.
Search for any traces of a security breach in the Arrival Building Data Office
The final task requires you to travel to the Data Office inside the Arrival Building. The Data Office is on the ground floor itself, and it has a breachable door. It's extremely easy to locate the room. Once you're inside, go to the extreme left corner (marked spot on the image above) to find a set of wires that you'll need to cut.
Once the wires are cut, the Waking the Grid quest will be complete.
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Destructoid Tuesday, March 31, 2026 8:26 AM
The High-Gain Antenna project is now live in ARC Raiders following the start of the Flashpoint update, and you can complete it to gain some valuable rewards. Like previous projects, there are different stages to complete, with each having its own set of requirements.
This guide will help you figure out all the requirements and the rewards that are on offer.
Disclaimer: Work in progress.
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How to complete the High-Gain Antenna project in ARC Raiders
So far, all the projects we got have had five levels. The High-Gain Antenna project, in contrast, has three different stages. Each stage has four tasks to complete. To complete the tasks, you'll need to submit specific materials that can be found in raids. When you donate these items, they will be removed from your inventory. However, you'll be rewarded with bonus items. Once you complete all four tasks of a stage, you'll proceed to the next one.
Stage 1: Sturdy Base
Once we figure out the requirements of the two remaining stages, we will upload them to our guide.
When will the High-Gain Antenna project expire from ARC Raiders
As of writing, there's no end date for the project. However, it's safe to assume that the project will be available until the next major update, which should happen sometime in April if Embark continues with the same system.
If you're willing to complete the project, my advise is to finish it as quickly as possible. While it will take some time for you to collect all the materials, here's a bunch of new quests you can complete in the meantime.
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Destructoid Tuesday, March 31, 2026 7:46 AM
There are many different tasks you need to get done in Phasmophobia's Cursed Hollow event. One of the most important ones asks you to contribute event points as a daily and weekly quest.
You're not given much information about how to tackle this endeavor, which means it might have you stumped. Finishing this task is crucial if you're hoping to earn all unique rewards, so here's how to contribute event points in the Phasmophobia Cursed Hollow event.
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How to get event points in Phasmophobia Easter Cursed Hollow event
To contribute event points for Cursed Hollow, you must tackle the three main event goals, including correctly identifying ghosts, finishing optional objectives, and revealing Forest Minions. Points are awarded for making overall progress in the event, so tackling these three tasks is key.
This event can be a bit overwhelming and confusing if you're unfamiliar with how seasonal events work. If you're struggling with this task, here's a breakdown of how to do it.
For the daily contribute event points task, you need 75 points to earn $250. The weekly version of this quest tasks you with earning 300 points for $2,000. You'll also steadily progress in the event by finishing these tasks, so you'll be much closer to claiming the exclusive event rewards, including the Cursed Hollow cosmetics.
What are Cursed Hollow event points for in Phasmophobia?
Event points contribute towards the community and individual goals in Cursed Hollow to help you unlock the event rewards. They're rewarded as you tackle event quests and added to the overall point pool to help the community unlock prizes.
How to check Cursed Hollow event points and progress in Phasmophobia
You can only see the specific event points you earned at the end of each contract you complete in Phasmophobia. These points are listed as "Easter event team points," so if you play with friends, you'll see the entire group's total earned points here rather than just your own. After the round, these points are added to the community pool and converted to a percentage that's added to the overall goals on the event board.
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Destructoid Tuesday, March 31, 2026 7:42 AM
The Dust on the Wires in ARC Raiders is a Flashpoint-themed quest that involves dealing with everyone's favorite Field Depots. For this quest, you'll need to visit the Spaceport map and complete all the tasks in a single run.
This guide will provide you with all you need to know to complete the tasks.
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ARC Raiders Dust on the Wires quest walkthrough
The Dust on the Wires quest can be broken down into the following parts.
Visit any Field Depot on the eastern side of the Spaceport
I have marked the location of the Field Depot that I visited on the eastern side of the Spaceport map. This specific Field Depot is located right next to the Rocket Assembly building. Go inside and interact with the terminal to send the log and complete the first and the second task at the same time (pending you interact with the terminal and send the log).
Interact with the terminal in the old Raider Tower north of the Maintenance Hangar
For this part of the task, head to the marked location on the image above. You'll find a terminal in the old Raider Tower that you'll need to interact with. Take the stairs and go all the way to the top to find the terminal. Interact with it to resend the log and complete the third task.
Find traces of the scout patrol near the Maintenance Hangar
The traces can be found on the ground right next to the Maintenance Hangar. I have marked the spot, and you'll find a prompt to transmit its location.
Search the remains left by the scouts
Just take a few steps forward from the location that you just transmitted, and you'll be able to find the remains left by the scouts. You'll recover a note; bring it back safely to Shani in a Safe Pocket, and you'll complete the quest.
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Destructoid Tuesday, March 31, 2026 7:40 AM
There's a special ghost ready to terrify you for the seasonal Cursed Hollow event in Phasmophobia. Finding the special Forest Spirit isn't easy, though, so you might be having some trouble tracking it down.
Seasonal ghosts are always uniquely horrifying beings with special details to complement the holiday event. They're only around for the special events, so catching a glimpse of them while you can is a must. Here's how to find the Forest Spirit ghost in Phasmophobia Cursed Hollow Easter event.
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How to find the Forest Spirit in Phasmophobia
The Forest Spirit ghost can only be found around the featured daily maps in the event. These are the maps marked with a Forest Minion nest icon on the map board. The maps that are part of the event change on a daily basis, so the exact locations you can visit to find this special ghost rotate.
There are 10 event maps in total, but only a couple are active each day. The maps that can be part of the event but aren't for the day will have a regular ghost wandering around them instead. All of the maps featured in the Cursed Hollow event are as follows.
You can spot this ghost as a fully visible model during ghost events and hunts. If the Forest Spirit is a ghost with DOTS Projector as evidence, you can also see the general outline of this special spirit in the DOTS.
There's only one model for the Forest Spirit, so as long as you're on one of the active daily maps, you can see them. You may want to try some Cursed Possessions, especially the Summoning Circle, if you're eager to see the ghost but having trouble getting them to appear.
What does the Forest Spirit look like on Phasmophobia?
This special ghost is a modified version of the young female ghost with a spiral of teeth covering her face. For the Cursed Hollow event, she wears a special jackalope-shaped mask with tall pointy antlers, gloves, boots, and a dark dress.
She's the smallest ghost model in Phasmophobia and can oftentimes be tricky to spot because of this. She also sometimes crawls instead of walking or running, and is one of only two ghost models with this special ability.
What does the Forest Spirit do in Phasmophobia?
The Forest Spirit doesn't do anything special and instead generally acts like a regular ghost. It's sometimes altered by bothering Forest Minions. When you reveal these creatures, the Forest Spirit can be more likely to appear, cause ghost interactions, or initiate ghost events. These behaviors aren't unique to the Cursed Hollow event, though, so the Forest Spirit is only truly unique in appearance.
How long will the Forest Spirit be in Phasmophobia?
The Forest Spirit will be in Phasmophobia from March 31 to April 21. The event is slated to run for three full weeks, offering plenty of time to encounter this special ghost before she leaves. The Forest Spirit is also a seasonal character, so if you miss her this time around, you'll have another shot at encountering her when the event returns in 2027.
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Destructoid Tuesday, March 31, 2026 7:28 AM
Interacting with Forest Minions is one of the most essential gameplay components in Phasmophobia's Cursed Hollow event. Disturbing these creatures comes with some consequences, though, in the form of unique gameplay effects.
It's important to know what messing with Forest Minions does so you can be prepared before you reveal them. They have some surprisingly potent abilities capable of altering the course of the entire round. If you're wondering what they can do, here are all of the Cursed Hollow Forest Minion effects in Phasmophobia.
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Forest Minion Totem gameplay effects in Phasmophobia Cursed Hollow event
All Forest Minions grant you some kind of blessing or curse when you reveal them in Phasmophobia. This primarily includes a direct increase or decrease to your sanity, but there's a bit more to it depending on the exact behaviors the Forest Minion exhibits.
You can essentially think of them as Tarot Cards since they work in a similar way. Each Forest Minion's effects are completely random, so you could get several blessings or several curses in a row. Here are all of the behaviors you may see a Forest Minion exhibit and what each one does.
Forest Minion jumping and screeching effect in Phasmophobia
If a Forest Minion jumps directly at you and lets out a loud screeching sound, it's unlucky, and curses you, causing the ghost's speed to increase by 10 percent. This effect can stack, so you need to be very careful if you run into multiple Forest Spirits performing this behavior in a row, as it can lead to an incredibly fast and dangerous foe.
The Forest Spirit curse changed in the 2026 version of the event. In 2025, the curse instead drained 10 percent of your sanity. Now, though, it only affects the ghost's speed, making it a bit easier to deal with.
Forest Minion running off effect in Phasmophobia
A Forest Minion that runs off to the side is a lucky one that grants you a blessing by decreasing the ghost's speed by 10 percent. This effect is also stackable, which means the ghost may end up really slow if you manage to spot a lot of lucky rabbits.
This effect was also changed for the 2026 run of the event. Previously, it would instead restore five percent sanity. Now, though, it only has the potential of altering the ghost's speed to help you have an easier time getting away.
Golden Forest Minion effect in Phasmophobia
A ghost hunt is immediately triggered if you come across a golden Forest Minion that sort of sparkles and explodes. This Forest Minion effect is quite rare, but it really comes down to luck, which means there's always a chance you could get unlucky and see this one a lot more often than most other players.
Ghost events and interactions Forest Minion effect in Phasmophobia
In addition to the previously mentioned effects, most or all Forest Minion encounters also seem to cause a ghost event or interaction to occur right after. It's a bit tough to tell for sure if it happens every time, since this effect could be occurring somewhere on the map far away from your location. But based on my testing, it seems like all Forest Minion encounters are typically followed by some kind of ghost activity right after.
I've noticed two specific incidents where the Forest Minion jumped off to the side, and a ghost event/interaction occurred immediately after. During the first encounter, the Forest Minion jumped off to the side, and a light sitting on the end table right where it jumped turned on as it passed through. The second encounter was a full-on ghost event where the Forest Spirit ghost materialized in front of me.
Since some Forest Minion effects are more common than others, it's possible there are additional ones we haven't discovered yet. If we come across any additional effects for them as the event progresses, they'll be added here.
Revealing as many Forest Minions as possible is important for contributing event points in the Cursed Hollow event. You can't avoid them if you want to earn the limited rewards, but you can approach them with caution and watch out for these effects to ensure you don't end up the victim of an untimely ghost hunt.
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Destructoid Tuesday, March 31, 2026 7:12 AM
Phasmophobia's annual Easter festivities are back for 2026 with the Cursed Hollow event. Like all events, this one tasks you with tracking down some special objectives during your ghost-hunting endeavors, which are Forest Minions.
Finding and interacting with these strange creatures is the most important task in the entire event. They're notoriously tricky to locate, so here's how to find Forest Minions in the Phasmophobia Cursed Hollow Easter event.
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Where to find Forest Minion Totems in Phasmophobia Cursed Hollow event
Forest Minions can be found on 10 different maps for the duration of the Cursed Hollow event. The maps rotate daily, so the exact locations you can visit to find Forest Minions change each day. All of the maps featured in this event are as follows.
At all of these locations, Forest Minions can be found sitting in small circular nests. The nests are made of sticks and have lots of colorful broken eggs inside them. You can't see Forest Minions right away, so to reveal them, you have to put in a bit of extra work.
How to reveal Forest Minions in Phasmophobia
You can reveal Forest Minions by placing a Tier I, Tier II, or Tier III DOTS Projector near a nest. Not all nests have a hidden Forest Minion sitting in them, but the only way to discover whether one is present is by using a DOTS Projector to uncover it.
You can sometimes hear whether or not a Forest Minion is present by standing close to a nest to listen for a subtle chittering and whispering sound. It's super low and usually takes longer to listen for it than it does to place DOTS, so I recommend just using your equipment to ensure you don't miss one.
If there is a Forest Minion in the nest, you'll see a small creature moving under the DOTS. It will look around for a few seconds, then hop away. They can hop off to the side or jump right at your face, so be ready for a possible jump scare. Points are granted as soon as the Forest Minion hops off, so you don't need to take a picture of them.
There generally seem to be at least three Forest Minions present on each map. This number seems to vary a bit, though, as I've also seen up to seven in certain rounds, so be sure to check all Forest Minion nests around each map to make sure you don't miss any of them.
What are Forest Minions in Phasmophobia?
Forest Minions are invisible creatures that serve the Cursed Hollow seasonal ghost, the Forest Spirit. They can be revealed by a DOTS Projector across nine maps to help you score some event points.
What do Forest Minions look like in Phasmophobia?
Forest Minions look like Jackalopes in Phasmophobia. They're decently tough to see since you can only see their general outline under the DOTS Projector, but they do take on a small bunny shape with antlers on their head.
What do Forest Minions do in Phasmophobia?
Forest Minions grant you event points to help complete both community and individual goals in the Easter Cursed Hollow event. Each one you reveal seems to generally grant two event points, which helps you quickly make progress.
Disturbing the Forest Minions can also alter the Forest Spirit's behavior in the event. Your sanity might be drained, ghost activity may increase, you might see a ghost event, and other such effects may occur when these creatures are revealed. There are quite a few possible Forest Spirit effects, so be careful how many you reveal.
Best way to reveal Forest Minions in Phasmophobia
Although any type of DOTS Projector can be used to reveal Forest Minion Spirits, the overall most effective way to catch them is the Tier I version. The fancier versions of this item just aren't as useful here, as the Tier I variation is by far the easiest to point directly at any nest.
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Destructoid Tuesday, March 31, 2026 7:08 AM
Cursed Hollow is back for another run in 2026, ushering in some spooky spring haunts in Phasmophobia. Among the many prizes you can earn through these festivities are the first-ever player cosmetics.
Since this type of reward has never been available before, the process for claiming and using these items may be a bit tricky. If you're unsure how this system works, here's how to get Cursed Hollow cosmetics in Phasmophobia.
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How to earn Cursed Hollow cosmetics in Phasmophobia
All Cursed Hollow cosmetics can be claimed by completing the first personal goal bar in the event. This prize is tied to your own progress, not the communities, so you need to work on completing key Cursed Hollow event goals to claim it. Specifically, you should focus on earning event points by identifying ghosts correctly, completing optional objectives, and revealing Forest Minions.
The cosmetics are the first individual event reward, making them easier to unlock than the upgradable event trophy. There's no way to know how long it'll take you to earn it, though, as it completely depends on how each contract goes for you and what you manage to get done in each one.
What are Cursed Hollow cosmetics in Phasmophobia?
The Cursed Hollow cosmetics are items your player avatar can wear. You can't equip them just yet, but once you can, you'll be able to use these assets to personalize the ghost hunter you play as.
All Cursed Hollow cosmetics in Phasmophobia
There are three cosmetic items you can earn by checking off the personal event goal in the Cursed Hollow event. These items include a brown rope necklace with a glowing firefly bottle pendant, a Forest Spirit mask headwear item, and a Cursed Hollow logo t-shirt. This is our first real look into how the cosmetic system will work, so it looks like we'll have plenty of customization options, including both main clothes and smaller accessories to go with them.
When will Cursed Hollow cosmetics be unlocked in Phasmophobia?
All earned Cursed Hollow cosmetics will become available when the player character update launches for Phasmophobia. There's no exact release date planned for this update so far, but according to the 2026 Phasmophobia roadmap, it is slated for release sometime early in 2026.
This update was originally expected in the first quarter of the year, but it seems to have been delayed slightly, so it's unclear when exactly it will arrive. Whenever it does, though, the cosmetics that are featured in the Cursed Hollow event will be available to use.
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Destructoid Tuesday, March 31, 2026 7:08 AM
The annual installment of Phasmophobia's Easter event has arrived with Cursed Hollow, a festive occasion with plenty of special modifiers for your ghost hunting adventures. It's a big event with many unique features, so you may need some help navigating through it.
Here's everything you need to know to complete the Cursed Hollow event in Phasmophobia.
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How to complete the Cursed Hollow event in Phasmophobia
The Cursed Hollow event features three specific objectives you can complete to contribute points for the community reward pool and your own individual prize collection. The three key goals you need to focus on to help in the event are as follows.
This event is a mix of gameplay and reward systems present in the past seasonal events, so it can be tricky to figure out if you're already familiar with other annual festivities. The easiest way to navigate it is by focusing on the three key targets.
Cursed Hollow event maps in Phasmophobia
The Cursed Hollow event has 10 maps you can visit and explore to make progress. These maps rotate daily, so you can only visit a few different ones each time you log on.
You can only tackle Cursed Hollow event tasks while playing on the featured daily maps. All active event maps for the day are marked with a Forest Minion nest icon on the map board.
How to identify ghosts correctly for Cursed Hollow event in Phasmophobia
The first goal in this event is to correctly identify ghosts. This is the staple gameplay feature in Phasmophobia, so you likely already have a solid understanding of how to tackle this endeavor.
The main way you can identify ghosts correctly is by catching all three types of evidence. This can be done by testing for all types of evidence using your trusty ghost-hunting equipment. Use a Thermometer to check for Freezing Temps, use a UV Light to look for fingerprints, handprints, and footprints, and so on, with all other equipment until you've found three kinds of evidence.
Once you have three pieces of evidence circled in your journal, the correct ghost is highlighted. All ghosts have a specific combination of three evidence types, so gathering three gets you the correct answer.
If you're having trouble gathering official evidence, there are also lots of unofficial behaviors and evidence features you can watch out for. Examples of this are that Wraiths never walk in Salt, The Mimic always presents fake Ghost Orbs as evidence, and Banshees perform singing events more frequently.
Between official and unofficial evidence, do your absolute best to get the ghost right in every contract. The more you nail, the more you'll help make progress in the event.
How to complete optional objectives for Cursed Hollow event in Phasmophobia
The second key event task is to complete optional objectives. You can tackle three bonus tasks for extra rewards in each contract. They're listed on the corkboard next to the screens in the truck.
Optional objectives are randomized in every contract you tackle. Some are fairly easy, like cleansing the area using Incense, while others are fairly difficult, like capturing a photo of the ghost. Do your best to finish as many of these goals as frequently as you can to contribute more progress to the event.
How to find and reveal any Forest Minions for Cursed Hollow event in Phasmophobia
The third and final event task is to find and reveal any Forest Minions. These small creatures can be found hiding in Forest Minion nests around event maps. You can reveal them by shining or placing a DOTS Projector nearby.
Forest Minion nests are made up of twigs and have several colorful broken eggs inside them. There are many nests on each map, and you need to check all of them with a DOTS Projector to reveal all Forest Minions. Messing with them can cause some adverse effects, like agitating the Forest Spirit ghost.
All Cursed Hollow event rewards in Phasmophobia
There are four rewards in the Cursed Hollow event, although some of them are upgrades to each other. You can earn two rewards for tackling community goals and two prizes for finishing personal goals. The Cursed Hollow cosmetics are unlockable in this event, but won't actually be available until the player character update is released later on down the Phasmophobia roadmap.
How to claim Cursed Hollow event rewards in Phasmophobia
Cursed Hollow event rewards are automatically awarded to players upon logging in after meeting an event goal. In most other previous events, you had to manually claim your rewards by a certain time. This is not the case with Cursed Hollow, so your rewards will be granted as long as you log in after quests have been completed while the event is still active.
Most rewards will be available right away, with the exception of the Cursed Hollow cosmetics. These items won't be obtainable until the player character update is released, as there's currently no way to customize your avatar. This update is expected to arrive sometime in the first half of 2026, so hopefully we won't have to wait too long for it.
How long is the Cursed Hollow event in Phasmophobia?
The Cursed Hollow event is available to complete from March 31 until April 21. This gives all players precisely three full weeks to complete all event tasks and claim all available rewards. Cursed Hollow is an annual event, so it will be back again in 2027, but some of the available prizes change each year, so earning the ones you like this time around is crucial.
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Destructoid Tuesday, March 31, 2026 6:47 AM
The Clamoring for Attention quest in ARC Raiders has been added as part of the Flashpoint update. The quest has three separate tasks that take place across the Blue Gate map. It will be easier for you to complete them all once you know what needs to be done.
Let's look at how to complete the quest.
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ARC Raiders Clamoring for Attention quest walkthrough
The Clamoring for Attention quest can be broken down into three separate parts.
Use 3 Wires to repair and sound the emergency siren at the Warehouse Complex
The Warehouse Complex is located near the Checkpoint POI towards the northern part of the map. The emergency siren is actually outside the main complex. I have marked the exact spot of the siren on the map. To complete the step, you'll need to either bring three wires with you or collect them on the raid. The first method is safer since there's no guarantee of finding wires on the topside.
Once you find the siren, donate the wires, and play the Klaxon to complete the task.
Use a Battery to start the boom box in the Village
The boom box is located right in the middle of the Village POI on Blue Gate. Reach the marked location on the image above, and you'll find the boom box on a bench. You'll need to replace the battery so that the boom box can be used. Once done, you can proceed to complete the final task.
Just like the previous task, it's best to bring your own battery.
Sound any bus horn by the Checkpoint
The last task can be done at the Checkpoint POI. There are several buses on the eastern edge of the POI that have broken down. Once you find a bus, head inside, and play a bus horn. I believe this task can be completed in any vehicle as long as you get the prompt to play the Horn.
Completing the quest will get you the following rewards.
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Destructoid Tuesday, March 31, 2026 6:39 AM
KAIZEN's cursed technique system is all about progression and farming across Grade 4, 3, 2, 1 and Special. It's not worth it to grind each Grade and CT so instead let's talk about the best CTs in early, mid and late game. Here's my KAIZEN cursed technique tier list and guide.
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Cursed Technique Tier List in KAIZEN
The best cursed techniques in KAIZEN like Clans and Vows depend on if you're going for a PVP or PVE build. You cannot go wrong with something like Mythical Beast Amber or Ten Shadows. That said, not all Special Grades are good for everything like Limitless being weak in PVE while being great for PVP. Let's talk about each CT individually below and why I've ranked it the way I did.
All Cursed Techniques Ranked
KAIZEN Cursed Technique FAQ
How to get stat resets in KAIZEN? You can reset stats via Stat Purity Tokens which you can get from Chests, Bosses, World Bosses, AFK World or buy it with Robux. How to farm a specific cursed technique in Kaizen? Besides the usual core materials which you get from regular enemies and bosses, the last material in a row for advanced CTs is from that technique's raid. For example, for Blood Manipulation you need to farm Death Painting/Choso raid or for Idle Transfiguration you need to farm Mahito/Train raid. What stat boosts Cursed Technique damage in KAIZEN? CTs are boosted by the Cursed Energy stat even though it doesn't state that it boosts damage. What is the best Cursed Technique progression? Go for Construction then Straw Doll then Finger Bearer as optional before Idle Transfiguration if you don't want to farm Domain Shards since IT is great even without the Domain. If you are farming Domain Shards then go for S-Tiers with domain as the best options in the game.
That's it for my KAIZEN Cursed Technique tier list and guide. Check out our KAIZEN locations guide on how to find most things in the game.
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Destructoid Tuesday, March 31, 2026 6:03 AM
The Outstanding Balance is one of the several new quests that have been added to ARC Raiders as part of the Flashpoint update. You can begin the quest after activating it from Tian Wen, and it will send you on an adventure across the Blue Gate map to look for hidden items.
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ARC Raiders Outstanding Balance quest walkthrough
The Outstanding Balance quest can be broken down into three separate parts. Both parts can be completed on the Blue Gate map, but at different POIs. You have to complete all the tasks in the same run, so keep that in mind.
Search for Dodger's Stash inside the Traffic Tunnel
The first location is in one of the corners of the Traffic Tunnel, which can be accessed from the Headhouse. Take the stairs to access the zipline and then head all the way down. The cache is located in the marked spot in the image above; try to avoid the enemies at this location.
Once you reach the spot, you need to scan the stash to get the next task.
How to search Dodger's deal spot by the Pilgrim's Peak antenna
The next task requires you to head to the Pilgrim's Peak area. You have to move up the main antenna (refer to the image above). Take the zipline and jump onto the top floor, right below the roof. You'll find the Dodger's deal spot at this location.
Scan and get Dodger's note to deliver it to Tian Wen. Bring a loadout with Safe Pocket since you'll need to bring back the note safely to Speranza.
If you die or lose the note, you'll need to restart from the first step once you're back. Return the note to Tian Wen, and you'll unlock the following rewards.
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Destructoid Tuesday, March 31, 2026 5:59 AM
If you think you've mastered the art of ghost hunting in Phasmophobia, you may be ready to put your skills to the test. Weekly challenge modes are a great way to find out just how good you are.
These special trials modify how the game works, usually with rules that make the experience a lot harder. Successfully finishing the challenge gets you plenty of XP and cash, so it's well worth the effort. Here's the weekly challenge in Phasmophobia and everything you need to know to beat it.
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Phasmophobia weekly challenge mode (March 29-April 5)
From March 29 to April 5, the weekly challenge is Primitive in Phasmophobia. In this challenge, all your electronic equipment is broken, leaving you with very little to work with. You have limited ways to test for evidence, and not much to help you get through this trial, making it a rather tough one to complete.
How to complete the weekly challenge in Phasmophobia
To finish the weekly challenge mode in Phasmophobia, you need to correctly identify the ghost present on the featured map three times. The specific changes in each trial mode vary, but your goal is always the same.
All Primitive weekly challenge modifiers in Phasmophobia
This challenge mode has several specific rules that modify the way the contract functions. Here are all the key details you need to know.
Phasmophobia Primitive weekly challenge mode tips
This is one of the trickier challenges you can attempt in Phasmophobia, so here are some of the best tips you can employ to help you get it done.
When does the challenge mode change in Phasmophobia?
The challenge mode changes every Monday at 12am UTC, which translates to 6pm CT every Sunday. You have a full week to tackle each challenge mode when it's available. All challenge modes return regularly since they're on a rotating schedule, so if you don't get to finish one, you can always try it again in the future.
Next weekly challenge mode in Phasmophobia
The next weekly challenge mode, which will run for a full week from April 5 to 12, will be Vulnerable. This challenge mode will begin as soon as this week's featured one ends.
All weekly challenge modes in Phasmophobia
There are 26 challenge modes in Phasmophobia. A different one is available to complete each week, and the challenge order stays identical, so it's easy to know which one is coming next. Here are all of the challenges you may face in Phasmophobia.
Special challenge modes in Phasmophobia
In addition to the regular challenge modes that rotate in and out on a consistent basis, there are also sometimes special challenge modes that have only ever appeared once and left the rotation afterward. These trials are generally designed for testing out features that are new at the time, like fresh equipment and maps.
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Destructoid Tuesday, March 31, 2026 5:16 AM
The Flashpoint update is live in ARC Raiders, and it's by far the biggest content drop we have seen in recent times. The update features plenty of major content for you to enjoy, along with plenty of gameplay and optimization tweaks.
Let's quickly go through the patch notes to find out all the changes.
ARC Raiders Flashpoint update 1.22.0 patch notes
Before we deep dive into the full patch notes, here are the key highlights to look out for.
Here's a set of important changes that have been made to the general gameplay and balance.
Here's a list of changes that have been made to animation and audio.
Here's a list of all the changes made across the existing maps.
Dam Battlegrounds
Buried City
Blue Gate
Spaceport
Stella Montis
There are plenty of other changes that have been made as part of the patch. You can find all the details on the official patch notes from Embark.
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The best clans in Kaizen depend on whether you're making a build for PVP or PVE. That's why I made two tier lists below and you can use the S-Tier options as your best bets and A-Tiers as alternatives. Here's my Kaizen Clan tier list and guide for both PVP and PVE.
Kaizen Clan Tier List - PVP & PVE
The best clan in Kaizen depends on if you're going for a PVP or PVE build. In general, almost any clan is good for PVE except the Epics and Rares, some just have a higher power ceiling. On the other hand for PVP, the active modes of each clan have a wind-up animation meaning you can get punished when using it. This means that this tier list will rank how worth that mode is to pop in PVP and its power potential. That's also why Uraume and Itadori are quite decent in PVP (not strongest) since they have competitive dueling passives that don't require an animation to activate. Let's dive into each clan below and analyze its stat bonuses, abilities and why they're ranked the way they are.
All Clan Rankings
D-Tier Clans
This Tier is for Rares and Commons which you should always reroll. That's it for my Kaizen Clan tier list and guide. Check out our KAIZEN locations & map guide to find all chests, world bosses, late-game weapons and more.
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