# 321 - Indie Game Subscription Faces Backlash, Aragorn Won’t Return in Hunt for Gollum, PS Plus April 2026 Games | 04.04.26

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Podcast: [The Evening Buzz](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-evening-buzz-6299356)
Published: 2026-04-17T00:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

A new subscription service focused on indie games is already drawing criticism from developers and players. The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum will move forward without Viggo Mortensen returning as Aragorn. And Sony confirms the PlayStation Plus Essential lineup for April 2026. The Evening Buzz is an entertainment talk-show that focuses on local & international pop culture; movie and video game reviews, new weekly releases (on Netflix, Apple TV, and more). It keeps you updated with the latest in entertainment and gaming news. It's all you need to know in the internet culture trends. Presented by Mikail Atiyeh Friday till Monday from 8 - 9 PM GST in the UAE on 95.00 FM, online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com and www.sba.net.ae/en or via our App: Maraya App.

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