This Week's Big Video Game Releases (March 16-22)

As March 2026 progresses, several highly anticipated games are launching soon, so players should ensure they have adequate storage. Leading this week's releases is Crimson Desert, Pearl Abyss's open-world action RPG for consoles and PC, promising impressive graphics, a visceral combat experience, and a detailed world. Also arriving on PC is Hideo Kojima's Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, inviting a new audience to experience Sam Porter Bridges' unique journey. For players seeking distinctive art direction, Mouse: P.I. for Hire, a detective shooter with a 1930s cartoon style reminiscent of Cuphead, offers a novel experience. Crimson Desert Launch Times: Crimson Desert launches on March 19, with specific release times varying by region: March 19, 3 PM PST: Los Angeles March 19, 6 PM CST: Mexico City, Chicago March 19, 6 PM EST: New York, Toronto March 19, 7 PM BRT: Sao Paulo March 19, 11 PM GMT/CET: London, Berlin, Paris March 20, 6 AM SGT: Singapore March 20, 7 AM KST/JST: Seoul, Tokyo Crimson Desert Preload Details:

Crimson Desert Preload Begins this Week - March 17 on Multiple Platforms

Preloading for Crimson Desert begins March 17 at 10:00 PM GMT / 3:00 PM PT on the PlayStation Store, Xbox Store, Microsoft Store, and Steam. The preload period is 48 hours, and Steam users will require 150GB of free storage space. March 17, 3 PM PST: Pacific Time March 17, 10 PM GMT: Greenwich Mean Time March 18, 7 AM KST: Korean Standard Time On PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, Crimson Desert aims for 60 FPS in performance mode. The Xbox Series S targets up to 40 FPS. Similarly, the ROG Ally targets 40 FPS, while the ROG Ally X aims for 60 FPS in performance mode. This Week's Key Releases (March 16-22): March 16: Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War (PS5, Xbox Series, PC, Switch) March 17: MLB The Show 26 (PS5, Xbox Series, Switch) March 19: Crimson Desert (PS5, Xbox Series, PC) Death Stranding 2: On the Beach (PC) Mouse: P.I. for Hire (PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series, PC, Switch) Gamers can look forward to a packed release schedule in the coming weeks.

In Case You Missed It

In other thrilling news, before you dive into the breathtaking landscapes of Crimson Desert, make sure to check out Carlos Mendoza's insightful post from March 14th, 'Crimson Desert Requires Initial Update to Play'. It reveals an unexpected necessity for a hefty internet connection when starting up with the physical console version. Discover what this means for offline play and the game's accessibility in his detailed analysis – you won't want to miss it! Crimson Desert Requires Initial Update to Play Meanwhile, Sophie Laurent's recent piece "Crimson Desert Unveils Breathtaking Launch Trailer" published March 14th, showcases the latest trailer for Pearl Abyss's upcoming open-world action-adventure. With over three million wishlist entries, anticipation is high, and this trailer does not disappoint, highlighting epic boss battles, diverse combat styles, and awe-inspiring dragon-mounted fights. Dive in now to get a glimpse of the vast world of Pywel before "Crimson Desert" releases globally on March 19th. Crimson Desert Unveils Breathtaking Launch Trailer In case you missed it, gaming legend Carlos Mendoza has just dropped a chilling update on GeForce NOW's sixth anniversary celebrations. In his latest post, "Resident Evil Requiem Arrives on GeForce NOW, Unleashing Cloud-Based Horror" published March 14th, he unveils the thrilling news that Capcom's iconic survival horror game is now available for cloud streaming in up to 5K resolution. With realistic lighting, full path tracing, and ray tracing reflections, Mendoza dives deep into the immersive chapter of Resident Evil Requiem, following agents Grace Ashcroft and Leon S. Kennedy as they combat bioterrorism in a devastated Raccoon City. Don't miss out on this spine-tingling gaming experience – check it out here! Resident Evil Requiem Arrives on GeForce NOW, Unleashing Cloud-Based Horror