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Updated 1h agoWhat's happening: Yakuza Kiwami 3 launches with upgraded graphics and new gameplay systems
Yakuza Kiwami 3 released on February 11 2026, modernizing the original with upgraded graphics and fresh mechanics. The remake adds a customizable Lalala Phone, a biker‑gang management feature called Bad Boy Dragons, optional Reaper boss encounters, and expands Morning Glory orphanage activities to include sewing, cooking, and family‑time.
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By the numbers: Saudi PIF transfers $3bn Take‑Two stake to Savvy Games Group
News•Feb 20, 2026
New Gameplay Video Shared for Call of the Elder Gods
A new gameplay video for Call of the Elder Gods showcases the opening 14 minutes, introducing protagonists Harry Everhart and Evangeline Drayton as they confront Lovecraftian mysteries at Miskatonic University. The trailer highlights the game’s blend of object‑based puzzles and narrative depth, with players swapping between characters to solve multi‑stage challenges. Environments range from a New England mansion to an Australian outback, rendered in Unreal Engine 5 and accompanied by a score from Eduardo De La Iglesia. Voice talent includes Yuri Lowenthal and Cissy Jones, adding cinematic weight to the story.
By GoNintendo
News•Feb 20, 2026
Age of Empires 2 Added Voice Chat, but Forgot to Ask Permission
Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition has silently enabled a voice‑chat and speech‑to‑text feature in multiplayer matches, recording and transcribing player conversations without prior consent. The change was announced on the official site, which also provides instructions for disabling the feature....
By DualShockers
Social•Feb 20, 2026
Sony Shuts Down Talented Bluepoint Despite Stellar PlayStation Work
"Bluepoint is an incredibly talented team and their technical expertise has delivered exceptional experiences for the PlayStation community" Which is why Sony's closing the whole thing down. https://t.co/UV5eOuC38P
By Ethan Gach
News•Feb 20, 2026
"The Legend of Khiimori, Making of Soundtrack" Video Released
Aesir Interactive has published a new video detailing the making of the soundtrack for Windstorm: The Legend of Khiimori. The developer emphasized that music was the project’s top priority from day one, shaping the game’s immersive experience. The title immerses...
By GoNintendo
News•Feb 19, 2026
Citizen Sleeper 2 Embraces Crisis, Chaos, and the Fight to Recover
Developer Gareth Damian Martin explains that Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector was crafted to feel distinct from its predecessor, embracing instability and unpredictability. The game introduces a new stress system that creates crisis moments, making failure expected and encouraging players to...
By GoNintendo
News•Feb 19, 2026
Take the Fight to Xal'atath in Voidstorm, in World of Warcraft's Latest Midnight Zone Preview
Blizzard’s upcoming Midnight expansion adds Voidstorm, a hostile, void‑infused zone ruled by the ancient weapon Xal’atath. Players will ally with the ren’dorei Void elves to combat the zone’s predatory creatures and confront Xal’atath’s followers, including the powerful domanaar. The update...
By MMORPG.com
News•Feb 19, 2026
World War I Human Drama The Caribou Trail Announced for PS5, PC
Unreliable Narrators announced The Caribou Trail, a first‑person adventure set during World I’s Gallipoli campaign, for PlayStation 5 and PC in 2026. The game emphasizes the human side of war, focusing on friendship, folklore, and psychological horror rather than combat scores. Players...
By Gematsu
News•Feb 19, 2026
Season 2 Is Live in Fellowship, the MODA Adds New Heroes, New Mode, Seasonal Fresh Start, and Improvements
Fellowship’s MODA enters Season 2, delivering the first seasonal reset for Early Access. The update introduces two new heroes—Aeona, a time‑manipulating healer, and Xavian, a hybrid paladin‑tank—along with a low‑pressure practice area called Woodland Glade. Leaderboards are refreshed, the league system...
By MMORPG.com
News•Feb 19, 2026
Midsummer Studios to Shut Down
Midsummer Studios, founded in May 2024 by veterans of Civilization, XCOM and The Sims, announced it will shut down in February 2026. Co‑founder Jake Solomon expressed pride in building the studio and delivering a single title, Burbank. The game, described as a...
By Gematsu
News•Feb 19, 2026
Our All-Time Favorite Xbox Gaming Headset with "Immaculate Sound and a Cavernous Soundscape" Is on a 25% Discount — and...
The Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 3 gaming headset, praised for its 60 mm Eclipse drivers and 80‑plus hour battery, is now discounted 25 % to $149.99 on Amazon and other retailers. It offers multi‑platform wireless connectivity, dual‑USB switching, Bluetooth 5.2, and a memory‑foam cushion for comfort....
By Windows Central
News•Feb 19, 2026
Aphelion Preview: An Emotionally Intense Space Mystery
DON'T NOD expands into sci‑fi stealth with Apollion, a story‑driven game set on the icy planet Persephone. Players alternate between astronaut Ariane and later Thomas, each offering distinct gameplay mechanics and a focus on environmental interaction. The title showcases a minimalist...
By DualShockers
News•Feb 19, 2026
I Wasn't Expecting Alien Vibes From the Life Is Strange Dev's New Sci-Fi Adventure: "We Intend the Nemesis to Be...
Don’t Nod Studios’ upcoming third‑person action‑adventure *Aphelion* arrives in spring 2026, blending sci‑fi narrative with climate‑driven stakes. Set in 2062, the game follows ESA astronauts Ariane and Thomas on the ice world Persephone, a collaboration that grounds the story in realistic space...
By GamesRadar+
News•Feb 19, 2026
FFXIV Gives Full-Print Idol Tees, Cheering Emotes For This Year's Little Ladies' Day
Final Fantasy 14’s Little Ladies’ Day returns, reviving the Japanese Himamatsuri tradition with an idol‑focused twist. Players can now purchase full‑body print T‑shirts featuring the Songbirds NPCs and last year’s male idol Pico, alongside new decorative assets like the Weeping Cherry...
By MMORPG.com
News•Feb 19, 2026
Gecko Gods Launches April 16
Gecko Gods, a puzzle‑platformer from indie studio Inresin, is set to launch on April 16 for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam, under the Super Rare Originals label. The game follows an adorable gecko navigating sun‑lit ruins, lush caves,...
By Gematsu
News•Feb 19, 2026
Pokémon Go Adding Super Mega Raids, New Link Charge Currency
Niantic is rolling out Super Mega Raids in Pokémon Go, a new raid tier that requires at least eight trainers to defeat enraged Mega‑Evolved Pokémon. The update introduces Super Max level Pokémon, including Mega Victreebel and Mega Malamar, and raises the...
By Polygon (Gaming)
News•Feb 19, 2026
EFootball 2026: List of Show Time Skills, Their Ranking, and How They Work
eFootball 2026 expands its Show Time skill set, adding new abilities to Epic, Big Time and themed players. The article details each skill’s recommended positions, effects and exemplar cards, then ranks them in a tier list based on personal testing....
By GamingonPhone
News•Feb 19, 2026
AI-Powered MMO Dreamworld Announces March 10 Early Access Launch
Dreamworld Realities announced that its AI‑powered sandbox MMO, Dreamworld, will enter early access on March 10 after a Steam Next Fest demo on February 23. The game runs on Unreal Engine 5 and offers an infinite shared world where procedural...
By GamesBeat
News•Feb 19, 2026
Elder Scrolls Online Previews Update 49's New Feature: Mounts for Gold, Including One Brand New One
Update 49 for The Elder Scrolls Online introduces 17 mounts that can be purchased with gold, including a brand‑new exclusive horse. New stables and stable masters will appear in multiple regions such as Stonefells, Shadowfen, Murkmire, Wrothgar, and the Reach, allowing...
By MMORPG.com
News•Feb 19, 2026
Meta’s VR Metaverse Is Ditching VR
Meta announced Horizon Worlds will become “almost exclusively mobile,” ending its dual‑VR‑and‑mobile strategy. The shift follows a 10% cut to Reality Labs staff, closure of three VR studios, and the halt of new content for the Supernatural fitness app. By...
By The Verge — Education tag
News•Feb 19, 2026
Everything You Need to Craft Carbon Line in Starsand Island
Starsand Island requires players to craft a Spinning Wheel before they can produce Carbon Line, a material essential for the Plume Bow and late‑stage bag upgrades. The Spinning Wheel blueprint is bought from Zerine’s General Store and needs five Softwood...
By Hardcore Gamer
News•Feb 19, 2026
Emberville – Convergence Games Showcase ’26 Trailer
Cygnus Cross released a new trailer for Emberville, showcasing fresh gameplay and announcing a high‑profile addition to its voice cast. Actor Abubakar Salim, known for Assassin’s Creed Origins, joins the roster, while Alex Jordan returns as both core cast member...
By Gematsu
News•Feb 19, 2026
Tag-Team Fighting-Infused RPG A Fighter’s Nova: Mindara Announced for PC
Montreal studio BadRez Games announced A Fighter’s Nova: Mindara, a PC‑only JRPG that merges narrative‑driven storytelling with tag‑team fighting mechanics. Players control teenage martial artist Maya and wolf‑man Mindara, switching between them in real‑time combat that rewards bond‑based combo upgrades. The...
By Gematsu
News•Feb 19, 2026
EFootball 2026 Starter Set Gabriel Batistuta Pack Review
Konami’s eFootball 2026 releases a Gabriel Batistuta Epic Starter Set, priced at 500 coins in‑game or cheaper via the webstore, and includes the player’s Fox In The Box card plus 50 free coins and EXP tokens. The card emphasizes static...
By GamingonPhone
News•Feb 19, 2026
Meet the Cast of Resident Evil Requiem
Resident Evil Requiem, the ninth main‑line entry in Capcom’s long‑running franchise, launches in less than a week. The game is set thirty years after Raccoon City’s destruction and follows new FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft alongside series veteran Leon Kennedy. Voice...
By DualShockers
News•Feb 19, 2026
Razer Unveils$500 Flagship Gaming Keyboard — Huntsman Signature Edition Built From CNC-Machined Aluminum, Featuring 8,000 Hz Polling and Snap Tap
Razer has introduced the Huntsman Signature Edition, a $499.99 flagship keyboard built with a CNC‑machined aluminum chassis and a PVD‑finished back plate. It retains the Huntsman V3 Pro internals, featuring Razer’s Gen 2 optical switches that deliver an 8,000 Hz polling rate. The...
By Tom's Hardware
Blog•Feb 19, 2026
League of Legends Patch 26.4 Sets the Stage for First Stand
Patch 26.4 is Riot Games’ final balance update before the First Stand international event, aiming to smooth the competitive meta. The patch tones down burst and late‑game scaling on dominant picks such as Aphelios, Gwen, and Syndra while giving modest...
By Esports Insider
Blog•Feb 19, 2026
France Authorises Three-Year Trial Decree for Games with Monetisable Digital Objects
France has enacted a three‑year experimental decree authorising games with monetisable digital objects (JONUM) under the oversight of the Autorité Nationale des Jeux. The framework mandates full identity verification, weekly spending and playtime caps, and mandatory self‑exclusion tools. It also...
By Esports Insider
Blog•Feb 19, 2026
Australian Esports League Joins Forces with Australian Grand Prix for Esports Tournament
The Australian Esports League has teamed up with the Australian Grand Prix Corporation to launch the Victorian Virtual Grand Prix, a student‑focused esports tournament. Primary school pupils will race in‑person on February 28 at Kingsville Primary, while secondary students compete online...
By Esports Insider
Blog•Feb 19, 2026
MOUZ vs The MongolZ Headline Opening BLAST Open Rotterdam Matches
BLAST has released the opening schedule for BLAST Open Rotterdam, kicking off on March 18 and running through March 29. The first eight matches feature MOUZ versus The MongolZ on March 19, alongside matchups such as Team Falcons vs NRG...
By Esports Insider
Blog•Feb 19, 2026
Fnatic Issues Statement Following Recent Online Player Abuse
Fnatic issued a public statement reaffirming its zero‑tolerance stance toward online abuse targeting its players, after a spike in personal attacks and death threats. The organization unveiled an action plan that includes reporting threats to authorities and imposing bans on...
By Esports Insider
Blog•Feb 19, 2026
League of Legends Americas Cup 2026 Format and Schedule Revealed
Riot Games unveiled the inaugural League of Legends Americas Cup, slated for March 4‑8 in São Paulo. The tournament pits the second‑ and third‑place teams from the LCS Lock‑In and CBLOL Cup in a double‑elimination bracket, with opening best‑of‑three matches followed by...
By Esports Insider
Social•Feb 19, 2026
Vote with Emojis for Cluj's Most Exciting Final
Can't do a poll. Use the corresponding emoticon to represent your opinion on which potential final would offer the most entertment at Cluj ✊ 🥕 Vitality vs Falcons 🥔 Vitality vs MOUZ 🥜 Furia vs MOUZ 🥦 Furia vs Falcons
By Chad “SPUNJ” Burchill
Social•Feb 19, 2026
Tencent's Tiny Wildlight Stake Dwarfed by Massive Cash Flow
Tencent's free cash flow last quarter was US$13B, so the amount they invested in Wildlight is (probably) minuscule for them. They and competitor Netease are in plenty of other deals that are not made public, both in the West...
By Serkan Toto
News•Feb 18, 2026
Tekken 8 Director Explains How to Submit Feedback that They're Checking for on a Daily Basis
Tekken 8 director Kohei Ikeda announced that the development team now tracks community requests posted with #鉄拳8 or #TEKKEN8 hashtags on a daily basis. The game’s Season 3 Pass will introduce Kunimitsu, Bob, Roger Jr. and an unnamed challenger, while a major balance...
By EventHubs
Social•Feb 18, 2026
Game Scripts Are Living Maps, AI Powers Unlimited Modding
A few years ago, a gaming executive explained to me that while the writer’s rooms in Hollywood and gaming look similar during ideation, they diverge sharply during production. A TV script is a closed loop—a linear journey from point A...
By Andrew Rosen
Social•Feb 18, 2026
Embracing Brutal Difficulty in Modern Horror Platformers
For @RemapRadio, I spoke with Love Eternal designer Toby Alden about making a game with an alienating level of challenge in an era where games are often trying to appeal to wider audiences. Plus, it's a horror platformer. Of course...
By Patrick Klepek
News•Feb 18, 2026
How to Complete A Royal Request in Monster Hunter Wilds
Capcom added a new side quest called A Royal Request to Monster Hunter Wilds in the February 18 patch, celebrating the upcoming Monster Hunter Stories 3 release. Players must be Hunter Rank 9 or higher and head to the Scarlet Forest base camp...
By Destructoid
Social•Feb 18, 2026
Todd Howard Confirms Elder Scrolls VI Still Years Away
Todd Howard says it's "going to be a while yet" until the release of The Elder Scrolls VI. (Source: Kinda Funny Games Interview) https://t.co/qSeOEFnwNW
By Geoff Keighley
Social•Feb 18, 2026
Esports Leagues only Revamp Broadcasts After Talent Complaints
Funny how esports leagues suddenly find the need to take their broadcasts "in a new direction" when talent speaks out about issues.
By Erik “DoA” Lonnquist
News•Feb 18, 2026
Doom: The Dark Ages Switch 2 Port Possibly Hinted At In Nintendo Sale
A Bethesda Publisher Sale on Nintendo’s eShop displayed a Doomslayer render from the upcoming prequel *The Dark Ages*, a game not yet listed for the current Switch. The artwork has been interpreted as an accidental confirmation of a Switch 2 port,...
By TheGamer
Social•Feb 18, 2026
Marathon Maps Feel Static Despite Promised Dynamic Events
One of my big questions for Marathon is how dynamic and alive each map will feel. In-game events described like this doesn't spur the imagination much https://t.co/nUrm93blOg https://t.co/cqpSGkhwiV
By Ethan Gach
Social•Feb 18, 2026
Todd Howard: Leaks Never Damage a Game’s Success
Todd Howard says he doesn't think a leak has ever hurt the success of a game https://t.co/4NImrpYtkl
By Ethan Gach
News•Feb 18, 2026
Battlefield 6 Season 2 Is the Foundation for Future Content, Says Producer
Battlefield 6’s Season 2 launched after a deliberate delay, allowing the team to polish new content and address pacing issues caused by the extended Season 1. Producer Phil Girette and associate producer Kit Eklof say the update introduces larger maps, the return...
By GamingBolt
News•Feb 18, 2026
Jacksepticeye Apologizes For Criticizing Life Is Strange 2’s Political Message: ‘I’ve Learned A Great Deal In The Last 8 Years’
Jacksepticeye, the popular YouTuber, apologized in February 2026 for his 2019 criticism of the political themes in Don’t Nod’s episodic game Life Is Strange 2. In his original Let’s Play, he claimed the narrative pushed a specific agenda and lacked depth, prompting backlash from...
By Kotaku
News•Feb 18, 2026
Xbox RPG Avowed Snubs PS5 Pro Support
Xbox‑published RPG Avowed launched on PS5 and runs solidly, offering three visual modes—Quality (1440p/30 fps), Performance (1080p upscaled/60 fps), and Balanced (40 fps with 120 Hz support). The port mirrors the Xbox Series X experience but provides no PS5 Pro‑specific enhancements such as dedicated PSSR upscaling....
By Push Square
News•Feb 18, 2026
Former Capcom Developer Has Spent Over $500K On Microtransactions In His Own Gacha Game
Yoshiki Okamoto, the former Capcom producer behind Street Fighter II, disclosed on Japanese television that he has spent over ¥80 million (about $520 000) on microtransactions in his own gacha title, Monster Strike. The mobile RPG, which he launched after founding Game Republic, is...
By TheGamer
News•Feb 18, 2026
If You Can't Beat AI, Become One in Hooded Horse Strategy RPG Heart of the Machine, Which Hits 1.0 Release...
Arcen Games and Hooded Horse are set to launch the 1.0 version of Heart of the Machine in March 2026. The sci‑fi strategy RPG lets players assume the role of a super‑advanced AI tasked with reshaping a crumbling civilization, promising...
By Rock Paper Shotgun
News•Feb 18, 2026
Minecraft Java Is Switching From OpenGL to Vulkan for the Vibrant Visuals Update
Mojang announced that Minecraft Java Edition will transition its rendering pipeline from OpenGL to Vulkan as part of the upcoming Vibrant Visuals update. The switch aims to unlock modern graphics features, boost frame rates, and extend visual fidelity across Windows,...
By GamingOnLinux
News•Feb 18, 2026
Announcing A New 3D Mario Early Would Be “Dangerous” For Nintendo
Nintendo has not released a new 3D Super Mario game in over 3,000 days, the longest gap since Super Mario Odyssey. The studio’s 3D Mario team is currently occupied with Donkey Kong Bananza, leaving little progress on a potential Switch 2 Mario title....
By TheGamer
News•Feb 18, 2026
These 4 Major PS5, PS4 Games Will Be Delisted in February and March
Sony will remove four high‑profile titles from the PlayStation Store between February and March, with Genshin Impact slated for delisting on February 25 and its online services ending April 8. The Finals, WBSC eBaseball: Power Pros, and WWE 2K24 will have online features...
By Push Square