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- Nintendo Switch 2 is officially revealed and it’s packing serious power—10x the graphics performance of the original and running games like Cyberpunk and Elden Ring smoothly. The console features a larger 7.9" 1080p screen, 4K 60fps docked gameplay, and support for up to 120fps. However, the big controversy is around the pricing—many games now start at $70–$80, and some physical copies only include a download code, sparking frustration across the community.
- Ubisoft is undergoing a massive restructuring with Tencent investing €16 billion to take over the Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, and Rainbow Six franchises under a new internal studio. While this move could boost development quality and output for those IPs, many internal Ubisoft studios are left in limbo, facing uncertain futures. Studios like Ubisoft Quebec and Montreal will focus entirely on their big franchises, while others—like Bordeaux and Toronto—are notably absent from future roadmaps.
- New details dropped for Ghost of Yote, including our new protagonist Atsu, who’s on a revenge-fueled journey with a killer arsenal and deeper player choice mechanics. Expect stealth, action, and combat variety that evolves with your decisions. Meanwhile, rumors of Titanfall 3 returning in 2026 are gaining traction, Sony is prepping a big reveal for Bungie’s Marathon, and new releases like S of Midnight are hitting Game Pass with mixed reviews.
April 2025 Gaming News Roundup: Ubisoft, Switch 2, and Massive Leaks
April 2025 has been a wild month in the gaming world—and we’re not even halfway through! If you’ve been busy slaying Elden Ring bosses or trying to track down a GPU at a decent price, no worries—we’ve got you covered with the juiciest headlines, reveals, and rumors of the week. From Switch 2 drama and Ubisoft restructuring to new details on Ghost of Yote and a Titanfall 3 tease (yes, really), this week’s roundup is stacked.
So grab your favorite snack and let’s dive in.
🔥 Ghost of Yote: First Details Emerge
Let’s kick things off with a game that’s already rocketing to the top of everyone’s hype list: Ghost of Yote. While Sony is saving the gameplay for their big May/June showcase, we did get some new story tidbits—and they’re juicy.
The main character, Atsu, is out for revenge, tracking down the people responsible for her family’s death. Think Jin Sakai’s samurai-turned-shinobi journey, but with more vengeance and even more weapons. And yes, she’s got a whole arsenal: dual katanas, a brutal Odachi, and the chain-bladed Kusarigama that should make for some incredible combat flow.
What’s really intriguing is how the devs are doubling down on player choice—will you lean into stealth and trickery or go full tank mode with heavy weapons? Time will tell, but this one’s shaping up to be a banger.
🧨 Ubisoft Restructuring: Tencent, Zone 1, and the Future
Ubisoft’s internal shakeup is kind of a big deal—like, potentially industry-shifting.
Here’s the TL;DR:
- Tencent is creating a new subsidiary inside Ubisoft, scooping up Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, and Rainbow Six with a massive €16 billion investment.
- Tencent gets 25% of future profits for those IPs.
- Ubisoft Quebec (behind AC Shadows) will likely focus exclusively on Assassin’s Creed moving forward.
- Montreal, the powerhouse working on Hexe, Far Cry 7, and Siege, will be partially absorbed into the new structure.
But it’s not all sunshine. Some studios—like Toronto (Splinter Cell Remake) and Bordeaux (AC Mirage)—weren’t even mentioned in future plans. That’s...concerning. With Ubisoft still working out the kinks until late summer, there’s a cloud of uncertainty hanging over everything not in Tencent’s golden circle.
🚨 Nintendo Switch 2: Power Boost, Price Hikes & Preorder Drama
Yes, the Switch 2 is real, and yes—it’s powerful. Like, 10x GPU boost over the OG Switch level powerful. Reports say it runs Cyberpunk 2077 and Elden Ring like a champ, and a docked mode Zelda demo was shown off at 4K/60fps. Oh, and a new Mario Kart is on the way—24 racers per match, open-world tracks, and tons of new skins.
But it’s not all good news.
Nintendo’s new standard game price? $70.
Some titles are going as high as $80 in both dollars and euros, including physical editions that don’t even have a cartridge. Yep—just a download code in the box. Bold move, Nintendo.
Also, US preorders were delayed thanks to tariffs (a whopping 46% on Vietnam-made goods), and pricing may change again closer to launch. Still, this console’s performance is promising—but its pricing strategy might just change how the whole industry operates.
💣 Titanfall 3 Leak? Believe It (Maybe)
Two trusted Apex Legends leakers dropped a bombshell: Titanfall 3 might be happening—slated for a 2026 release.
Now, let’s not get too excited. Respawn’s head said in 2023 that Titanfall 3 wasn’t in development at the time, and they’ve been focused on Apex and now Battlefield. But a lot can change in two years, and if this turns out to be even half true, it could be a massive win for EA.
Titanfall 2’s campaign still holds a special place in gamers’ hearts, and a proper sequel could pull fans back in, even with Apex still going strong. For now, let’s rate this leak a cautious ⭐⭐ out of ⭐⭐⭐.
🧪 Other Highlights & Rumor Radar
Sony's Big Bet: Marathon
Expect a deep dive this week on Bungie’s upcoming extraction shooter, Marathon. With Sony’s $3.7 billion Bungie purchase hanging in the balance, they’re counting on this one to make waves. Not everyone’s sold on the genre, but it’s Bungie—never count them out.
S of Midnight Launches to Mixed Reviews
It dropped on April 8 with a Metacritic score of 78. Critics are loving the visuals and audio but feeling "meh" about the combat. It’s also on Game Pass, so worth checking out for subscribers.
Shadow Updates Incoming
Expect a new update for Assassin’s Creed Shadows very soon, including more info on the first major DLC. If Mirage was your jam, you’ll want to keep an eye on this.
April’s gaming headlines are a wild mix of corporate shakeups, next-gen console hype, and fan-fueled rumors. Nintendo’s pricing decisions might set a new industry standard (for better or worse), Ubisoft is literally splitting its identity in half, and Ghost of Yote might just become the next genre-defining RPG.
And while it’s still only rumor territory, the whispers of Titanfall 3 have already sent waves of excitement through the community.
Whatever happens next, one thing’s for sure—2025 is stacking up to be one hell of a year in gaming.
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