Today's Gaming Pulse
Kingdom Hearts IV drops new trailer, reveals Keyblade‑chain mechanic
Square Enix released a fresh Kingdom Hearts IV trailer that showcases a new Keyblade‑chain mechanic and a fire‑based Keyblade. The teaser places the game in Quadratum, a digital recreation of Tokyo’s Shibuya district, and hints at ties to the abandoned Final Fantasy Versus XIII concepts. The announcement confirms the title’s continued development for Nintendo’s upcoming Switch 2 platform.
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Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma Is Now Available on PS5 and Xbox Series
Marvelous USA released Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on Feb 13, 2026. The launch adds digital Standard, Digital Deluxe, and Super Digital Deluxe editions priced $59.99‑$79.99, with a 10% discount for PlayStation Plus and Xbox Store shoppers through March 13. A physical PS5 version is sold exclusively via Amazon, and the console releases include all previous updates, DLC, and the “Story of Seasons” and “Sakuna” bundles. The title previously sold 500,000 units on Switch, Switch 2, and PC.
Krafton Reveals Project Windless for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox
Krafton unveiled Project Windless, a premium open‑world action RPG set in the pre‑quel era of the Korean fantasy series *The Bird That Drinks Tears*. Developed by Krafton Montréal with support from its Pangyo studio, the game targets PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S...
Best SG-12 Loadout in Warzone
Overwatch Season 1 launches in 2026 with five brand‑new heroes and the introduction of subrole passives that affect every class. The patch overhauls tank health pools, adjusts key DPS perks for mobility and burst, and adds healing and utility tweaks to...
Ember Lab Announces Kena: Scars of Kosmora for PS5, PC, Launches This Year
Ember Lab announced Kena: Scars of Kosmora, a sequel to its 2021 hit Kena: Bridge of Spirits, slated for release later in 2026 on PlayStation 5 and PC. The new title expands the adventure with a larger, region‑focused map and introduces...
Max Payne 1 & 2 Remake: Why Remedy Won't Be Sharing Updates Anytime Soon
Remedy Entertainment confirmed that the long‑awaited Max Payne 1 and Max Payne 2 remakes have entered full production, but all public communication is controlled by publisher Rockstar Games. Rockstar’s marketing resources remain fully dedicated to the upcoming Grand Theft Auto VI launch, leaving...
Dino Crisis and Dino Crisis 2 Now Available via Steam
Capcom has added the classic survival‑horror titles Dino Crisis and Dino Crisis 2 to its Steam catalog, offering both games at a launch‑only price of $4.99. The 50 percent discount runs until February 26, 2026, mirroring a similar release on GOG earlier this year. The...
State of Play Reveals John Wick, Castlevania and God of War Games
Sony’s latest State of Play, possibly its longest yet, showcased a slate of new PlayStation 5 titles including John Wick and Castlevania. The event culminated with a surprise God of War announcement: a remake of the original trilogy is in early...
Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake Preview: A Mix of Future and Past
Team Ninja is set to launch a modern remake of Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly, arriving in a month. The overhaul replaces fixed camera angles with an over‑shoulder view, rebuilds visuals and 3D audio, and adds quality‑of‑life features like quick‑use items...
Capcom Cup 12 Pay-per-View Pricing and Details Finally Revealed, Free Version of Stream Technically Available
Capcom has unveiled the final pay‑per‑view pricing for Capcom Cup 12, cutting the cost from the originally announced $26 to $6 for a one‑day ticket and $10 for a two‑day pass. The same pricing applies to the Street Fighter League: World...
From Peanut Stunts to Mega Budgets: Gaming Marketing Evolves
The meta has changed a lot since Bungie launched Destiny. Activision's marketing machine spent tens of millions hyping that game up. For Marathon, the director is livestream with a guy who pretends to be a peanut to get people to pre-order...
Legacy of Kain Is Getting a Defiance Remaster, and a New 2D Action Game
Crystal Dynamics announced Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered for March 3, 2026, featuring upgraded visuals, camera improvements, photo mode, and optional original graphics. The Deluxe Edition will also deliver lost levels, concept art, lore articles, and a playable demo of the...
Crimson Moon Announced At State of Play, Shows Off Brutal Combat And Terrifying Enemies
Crimson Moon was unveiled during PlayStation’s State of Play, introducing a new action‑adventure IP from indie studio Probably Monsters. The trailer follows a Nephilim—half human, half angel—cutting through hordes of nightmarish monsters with methodical, sword‑and‑shield combat reminiscent of Souls‑like titles....
How Russia Turns Gamers Into Fighters
Russia is actively weaponising video games to recruit foreign fighters and conduct cognitive warfare. Recent Bloomberg reporting details how Russian recruiters used milsim games like Arma 3 and Discord to lure two South African men, who later fought and died in...
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Announced at State of Play, Trailer Showcases Smooth Combat and Stunning Visuals
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse was unveiled during PlayStation’s State of Play, marking a joint effort between Evil Empire, Motion Twin, and Konami to celebrate the series’ 40th anniversary. The new title is a 2D exploration‑action game set in 1499 Paris, following...
Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition Includes a Documentary and Unreleased SNES Prototype
Ubisoft is releasing Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition tomorrow on PC, consoles, and Ubisoft+. The compilation bundles the original 1995 platformer alongside several later versions, a brand‑new documentary, and an unreleased SNES prototype. New content is designed to preserve the franchise’s...
New Konami JRPG Is Rev.Noir
Konami announced its new original JRPG, *Rev.Noir*, during Sony’s February 2026 State of Play, releasing only a teaser trailer. The footage introduces a world plagued by a phenomenon called lightfall and a protagonist, Asch, who appears to rewind time to...
New Dead or Alive Project and Dead or Alive 6: Last Round Announced
Koei Tecmo surprised fans at the State of Play event by unveiling Dead or Alive 6: Last Round and confirming a new Dead or Alive title for the series’ 30th anniversary. Last Round is an enhanced PS5 version of the 2019...
The State of Xbox Hardware in 2026, and What the Future Might Hold
Microsoft’s FY2026 Q2 earnings reveal a 9% YoY drop in total gaming revenue, with Xbox hardware sales plunging 32% due to lower console volumes. The filing attributes the broader gaming slowdown to a strong 2024 first‑party content year that inflated...
State of Play Extended Live Stream, Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls Reveals Highly Likely
PlayStation’s State of Play event on February 2 kicks off at 2 p.m. PT and will run for over an hour, longer than typical streams. The broadcast is expected to reveal new details for the upcoming Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, a...
Death Stranding 2 PC Port Confirmed
Kojima Productions announced during the February 2026 State of Play that Death Stranding 2 will receive a PC port, slated for release on March 19, 2026. The port arrives after the game’s PS5 launch and will include DualSense controller support, frame generation, and...
Flexible Licensing Now Available
Phaser Editor introduces one‑time, fixed‑duration licences alongside its existing subscription plans. Developers can now purchase licences for one, three, or six months in either the Developer or Professional tier, eliminating auto‑renewal. The new system also adds licence transfer and gifting...
Sakura Miku Cinnamoroll Plush Appear
Sanrio and Crypton’s Hatsune Miku are releasing a new Sakura‑themed plush line featuring Cinnamoroll. Two four‑piece sets of 10 cm figures—one with the characters lying down, another standing—debut as Sega arcade prizes in Japan on March 13, 2026. The toys showcase Sakura Miku...
Ghost Gaming Announces Build Together Game Jam
Ghost Gaming announced the three‑day "Build Together: Gaming, Storytelling & Belonging" event for Feb. 20‑22 in Atlanta, spanning Georgia State University and Spelman College. The initiative, backed by Ghost Launchpad, Shine A Light Gaming, Georgia Humanities and other partners, aims...
Nvidia’s GeForce NOW Cloud Gaming Arrives on Fire TV Devices
Nvidia has rolled out a dedicated GeForce NOW app for select Amazon Fire TV devices, including the 2nd‑gen Fire TV Stick 4K and its Plus/Max variants. The service offers a free, ad‑supported tier with over 2,000 games limited to 1080p @ 60 FPS and...
The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin Finally Debuts in March
The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin is set to launch on PS5 and PC on March 16, 2026, with a mobile release a week later on March 23, 2026. The game follows Tristan Liones, the son of series protagonists Meliodas and...
Apex Legends The Road Ahead 2026 Roadmap: New Legends, Loot Overhaul, and More
Respawn Entertainment unveiled the Road Ahead 2026 roadmap for Apex Legends, outlining content through Season 32. Season 28 launches now with Hardlight, Fuse rework, and updates to Bloodhound and Catalyst. Future seasons introduce new legends, a Skirmisher, Recon overhaul, Akimbo...
Reverse 1999 Drops Phase II of Its Mystery Box Carnival, Transporting You to 1936 Paris
Bluepoch Games has launched Phase II of the 2026 Mystery Box Carnival in Reverse 1999, transporting the game’s timeline from 1999 to a stylised 1936 Paris. The update introduces two new 6‑star Arcanists—Brume, a Parisian taxi driver, and Beryl, a legendary diviner—alongside...
We All Knew ARC Raiders Struck Gold. But the Actual Sales Put Most AAA Blockbusters to Shame
ARC Raiders sold over 14 million copies in just three months, delivering roughly $560 million in revenue and accounting for a significant share of Nexon's $3.1 billion earnings. The title outperformed many recent AAA blockbusters despite launching alongside heavyweight franchises like Battlefield 6 and...
How to Play Roadside Research with Your Friends
Roadside Research has launched into early access with a strong emphasis on cooperative play, supporting up to four players per session. The game works on both Xbox Game Pass and Steam, allowing hosts to create dedicated co‑op saves and invite...
Angels of Delusion Nangong Yu Playable in Zenless Zone Zero 2.7
HoYoVerse confirmed that Nangong Yu, the third member of the in‑game idol group Angels of Delusion, will become a playable character in Zenless Zone Zero version 2.7. The update, slated for March 24, 2026, introduces her as an Ether‑damage Agent...
The "Video Game Company Layoff Roulette" Ball Lands on Ubisoft… Again
Ubisoft announced a 200‑person voluntary departure plan, the largest single layoff since 2020, affecting roughly 1 % of its 17,000‑employee workforce. The cuts target corporate headquarters as part of a broader restructuring that also eliminates remote‑work flexibility, sparking discontent among staff....
Oddin.gg Secures Maryland Betting License
Oddin.gg announced it has secured a sports betting vendor license in Maryland, marking its seventh North American jurisdiction. The state’s betting market generated over $6.6 billion in wagers in 2025, adding significant volume to Oddin.gg’s portfolio. The company already operates in...
The Division 2 Bloody Valentine Event Guide
Ubisoft has relaunched the Bloody Valentine event in The Division 2, reintroducing the coveted Bloody Houndsman mask, gloves and backpack. Players must hunt down randomly spawning Mini Warhounds to earn a bounty that reveals the Houndsman's location and unlocks the outfit...
Meet Boston Named Official Destination Partner for RLCS Major 2026
Meet Boston has signed a partnership to become the official destination partner for the Rocket League Championship Series (RLCS) 2026 Boston Major. The four‑day event will run Feb. 19‑22 at Boston University’s Agganis Arena, featuring 16 elite teams competing for a...
Best Players for FC 26 That Ball Is Mine Evolution
FC 26 Ultimate Team has introduced the free That Ball is Mine Evolution, usable twice per player and offering both stat and overall boosts along with new playstyles. The evolution caps overall ratings at 86 and playstyle at 10, targeting...
ARC Raiders Shatters Records, Validates Nexon's Global Strategy
Junghun Lee, CEO of Nexon, said in an earnings release, “ARC Raiders, the biggest new game launch in Nexon’s history, is still growing and sustaining engagement 15 weeks after the October launch. The game has exceeded our most optimistic projections,...
Influencer-Driven Outrage Shapes Game Developers' Strategies
Enjoyed reading this former Highguard dev's thoughts on social media rewarding criticism. Game companies are increasingly focused on influencers to get the word out these days -- less so games press. But in a climate that rewards outrage, how does...
Pop Star The Weeknd Visits Street Fighter 6 Developers and Is Apparently a Big Fan of One Character in Particular
Pop star The Weeknd stopped by Capcom's Osaka headquarters, meeting the Street Fighter 6 development team and playing a few rounds, notably with his favorite character Chun‑Li. The visit was documented on Capcom’s social channels, showing the singer in a Capcom...
International Coalition Essential to Curb Digital Monopolies
A true fighter for the rights of American consumers and fair competition in the American economy. The battle against monopolistic dominion over our digital rights will continue on, and the role of the EU, Japan, Korea, UK, and other nations will...
Devsisters’ Next-in-Line CookieRun: OvenSmash Opens Pre-Registration on Android
South Korean developer Devsisters has opened pre‑registration on Android for CookieRun: OvenSmash, the franchise’s first real‑time PvP battle action game. The title pits teams of customizable Cookies against each other in three‑minute, 3D‑controlled matches set in the urban fantasy Platter...
Fallout Fan Makes Hacking Terminals Into A Mobile Game
A Reddit user has recreated Fallout’s iconic terminal hacking minigame as a standalone mobile and browser game, preserving the original’s letter‑matching mechanics across progressively harder levels. The fan‑made version mirrors the 1:1 feel of Bethesda’s design but suffers from mobile...
Free Play Days Features Four Free Xbox Games This Weekend
Xbox’s Free Play Days returns this weekend, offering four titles—Lynked: Banner of the Spark, Age of Wonders 4, NHL 26, and Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream—at no cost to Game Pass subscribers. The promotion runs from February 12 to February 15 with no playtime restrictions, allowing...
All FC 26 Knockout Royalty Team 1 Players and Release Countdown
EA Sports has confirmed the Knockout Royalty promotion for FIFA 26 Ultimate Team, releasing a leaked roster of 26 active stars and legends alongside four still‑secret Heroes. The promo will drop on Friday, Feb 13, 2026, immediately after the Future Stars campaign...
Peter Molyneux Loved The New Fable Trailer, But Says The World Looks Too Clean
Playground Games is developing the first mainline Fable entry since Lionhead’s 2016 closure, using Unreal Engine 4 and Forza Tech. The new trailer earned praise from series co‑founder Peter Molyneux, who said he will be among the first to play the game...
Sky: Children of the Light Kicks Off 2026’s Days of Fortune: Year of the Horse
Sky: Children of the Light launches its 2026 Days of Fortune: Year of the Horse event from February 13 to February 26. Players start by helping Spirits clear debris, earning Event Tickets that unlock a carousel on February 16, which...
Blumhouse Games Tells Crisol Reviewer To Play The Game More
Blumhouse Games, the publishing arm of horror studio Blumhouse Productions, pushed back against a negative YouTube review of its new survival‑horror title Crisol: Theater of Idols. The reviewer, DSPGaming, based his criticism on just three and a half hours of gameplay,...
What Parts To Upgrade First In Ride 6
Ride 6’s garage lets players fine‑tune their bikes for quick‑mode races and multiplayer. The guide recommends upgrading the exhaust first, followed by tires, brake kits, camshaft, piston, and carburetor, while rims are a low‑priority add‑on. An exhaust from Yoshimura or SC...
Live Service Games Stuck in Inescapable Death Spiral
The live service game death spiral is a bleak one. It's difficult to avoid and all but impossible to escape. Here's what the heads of Specter Divide (remember that) said about the dead game stench back in 2024. https://t.co/keUaQlgBVX https://t.co/xepsE2x5QW
FOKUS Enter CS with International Lineup Coached by Kuben
German esports organization FOKUS announced its entry into Counter‑Strike by fielding a brand‑new international roster assembled by former Virtus.pro and ENCE coach Jakub “kuben” Gurczyński. The five‑player line‑up features Swedish IGL Erik “ztr” Gustafsson, Romanian “volt”, Bulgarian AWPer Georgi “Jorko”...
Voice Actor Kenichi Suzumura on a Break for Health Reasons
Veteran voice actor Kenichi Suzumura, famed for roles such as Zack Fair and Shinn Asuka, announced on February 12, 2026 that he will pause his work due to an adjustment disorder diagnosis. His agency Intention said the break is indefinite...