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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 18, 2026
Eternal Darkness Director Would Like to Work With Nintendo on Remaster or Remake
Eternal Darkness: Sanity’s Requiem, a 2002 GameCube horror classic, remains unreleased on modern platforms. Director Denis Dyack expressed interest in collaborating with Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto on a remaster or remake, noting the game’s cultural impact. Nintendo, however, has already turned down Nightdive Studios’ proposal to remaster the title. Dyack suggests a sequel or reimagined entry could better leverage today’s technology and social media integration.
By GamingBolt
News•Feb 18, 2026
How to Fix Iron Will Quest Not Working in NORSE Oath of Blood
The cooperative RPG *NORSE Oath of Blood* suffers a critical bug in the second phase of the Iron Will quest, where enemy units turn friendly and block mission completion. Players cannot advance without a workaround, prompting community‑driven fixes while awaiting...
By Destructoid
![[Industry News] PQube Appoints Games Industry Veteran Dominic Wheatley as Chairman](/cdn-cgi/image/width=3840,quality=75,format=auto,fit=cover/https://mcvuk.com/wp-content/uploads/Dominic-Wheatley-PQube-1.jpg)
News•Feb 18, 2026
[Industry News] PQube Appoints Games Industry Veteran Dominic Wheatley as Chairman
PQube, a leading UK games publisher, has appointed industry veteran Dominic Wheatley as Chairman. Wheatley co‑founded Eidos and launched iconic franchises such as Tomb Raider and Championship Manager. He previously steered the growth of Catalis, Kuju, Curve Games, Testronic and Blaze...
By MCV/Develop
News•Feb 18, 2026
Unity Says It Has a New Product That Cooks Up Entire Games Using AI
Unity announced a new AI-powered tool that can generate entire casual games from natural‑language prompts, aiming to eliminate traditional coding. The company will showcase a beta version at the Game Developers Conference in March. Unity frames the technology as a...
By Futurism AI
News•Feb 18, 2026
Everyone Has Echo Fighters in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Thanks to the Efforts of Modders
After the DLC era, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’s roster reached 86 fighters, including seven official Echo Fighters that share movesets with other characters. A group of modders has now produced Echo Fighter variants for every one of the 79 standard...
By EventHubs
News•Feb 18, 2026
You Can Now Play Avowed as Small Person With Big Magic Stick
Obsidian’s Avowed anniversary update introduces three new playable races—dwarves, orlans, and aumaua—expanding the game’s character diversity. It also adds a quarterstaff weapon designed for mage builds, featuring bludgeoning damage and wand‑style stun finishers. The update brings stat bonuses tailored to...
By Rock Paper Shotgun
News•Feb 18, 2026
‘Menacing’ Call of Duty TV Ad Gunned Down by Watchdog
The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has banned the TV spot for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, deeming its aggressive tone and imagery as trivialising sexual violence. The ad, featuring comedian Nikki Glaser and actor Peter Stormare as “Replacer” security officers, showed...
By DecisionMarketing
News•Feb 18, 2026
The Commentator Announced for Switch
Tebasaki Games has announced a new visual novel, The Commentator, for the Nintendo Switch, though a release window or localization details remain undisclosed. The game places players in the role of a prime‑time news anchor, forcing rapid editorial choices that...
By GoNintendo
News•Feb 18, 2026
Best Steam Exclusive Video Games
Steam remains the premier PC distribution platform, and its exclusive titles continue to define the ecosystem. The list highlights both Valve‑originated games—such as Garry’s Mod, Team Fortress 2, Counter‑Strike 2, and Half‑Life: Alyx—and standout indie or community projects like Project Zomboid and...
By Game Rant
News•Feb 18, 2026
I Am Airport Security Challenges You to Inspect Passengers and Keep Flights Safe, Now Live on Android
Estoty has released *I Am Airport Security*, an airport‑security management RPG, on Android. The title follows the studio’s successful *I Am Security* sim and adds quirky passengers, metal detectors, X‑ray scans, and even beard‑shaving mechanics. It joins a wave of...
By GamingonPhone
News•Feb 18, 2026
This New Overwatch Hero Has Become an Insta-Ban for Me
Overwatch’s Season 1 introduced five new heroes, reigniting player interest, but the newest addition, Domina, quickly became a point of contention. As a poke‑tank, she combines a half‑circle Barrier Array, a self‑repair Reconstruction passive, and a high‑damage Photon Magnum, making her...
By Game Rant
News•Feb 18, 2026
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Updated to Ver. 1.4.3
Nintendo released version 1.4.3 for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom on February 18, 2026. The patch resolves a bug that kept the Black Hinox in Hyrule Castle marked as undefeated, blocking the Hinox Monster Medal. Additional unspecified issues were also...
By GoNintendo
News•Feb 18, 2026
Zelda: Breath of the Wild Updated to Ver. 1.9.0
Nintendo released version 1.9.0 for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild on 18 February 2026. The update’s sole addition is Thai language support, extending the game’s localization portfolio. The patch demonstrates Nintendo’s continued commitment to post‑launch content for its flagship title....
By GoNintendo
News•Feb 18, 2026
How to Get Trade Tokens in Escape Tsunami for Brainrots
Roblox’s Escape Tsunami for Brainrots features Trade Tokens as a premium currency used to purchase high‑value items like Infinity Lucky Blocks and Divine Brainrots. The primary acquisition method is converting Arcade Tickets at a 1:1 rate, especially during Arcade Events,...
By Game Rant
News•Feb 18, 2026
Star Citizen Celebrates Red Festival Year of the Rat 2956 Event
Star Citizen’s Red Festival celebrates the Year of the Rat 2956 with a series of in‑game events and cosmetics. Players can hunt gilded rat‑themed envelopes across Stanton’s landing zones to earn credits, while a community contest offers a Mirai Pulse...
By MMORPG.com
![Doraemon Dorayaki Shop Story to Receive a Physical Edition in Japan [Update: Pre-Orders]](/cdn-cgi/image/width=3840,quality=75,format=auto,fit=cover/https://hixhlmpcokxhartfkpyi.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/images/thumbnails/c66def93dd34904c9992b1daf8c51cff.webp)
News•Feb 17, 2026
Doraemon Dorayaki Shop Story to Receive a Physical Edition in Japan [Update: Pre-Orders]
Japanese developer Kairosoft announced that its Doraemon Dorayaki Shop Story will receive a physical Nintendo Switch release in Japan on April 16, 2026. The game, originally launched digitally in 2024 after a Nintendo Direct spotlight, will now ship with an English-language guidebook...
By Nintendo Everything
News•Feb 17, 2026
AION Classic EU Update 4.5, 'Ignite' Announced, With Major Overhauls, New Phoenix Class, and New Progression Zone
AION Classic EU’s Ignite update (v4.5) introduces a sweeping redesign, removing the legacy base‑class system so players begin directly as an advanced class. The release adds the fire‑focused Phoenix class, a new open‑world progression zone called Teva, and a full...
By MMORPG.com
News•Feb 17, 2026
Vertiqal Studios Is Staffing up in a Bid to Bring More Brands Into the Gaming Ecosystem
Vertiqal Studios, the Toronto‑based content and agency firm, is expanding its workforce to accelerate the integration of consumer brands into the gaming ecosystem. The company, formerly Wondr Gaming, rebranded in 2023 and now manages more than 350 owned properties that...
By GamesBeat
News•Feb 17, 2026
Pritto Prisoner Updated to Ver. 1.1.1.0
Pritto Prisoner has rolled out version 1.1.1.0, delivering a suite of bug fixes, balance tweaks, and visual enhancements. The update resolves missing Stray entries, Dorm gate button glitches, and errant mouse animations, while also standardizing hit effects for the Robot’s Lasso....
By GoNintendo
News•Feb 17, 2026
Clash Royale: What Is the Ironheart Lucky Chest and How to Unlock It
Supercell has introduced the Ironheart Lucky Chest, a new seasonal chest in Clash Royale that rewards players with Goblin‑themed cards, P.E.K.K.A evolution items, and exclusive cosmetics. The chest’s contents scale with Trophy Road progress, unlocking the full reward pool once...
By GamingonPhone
News•Feb 17, 2026
LoL Patch 26.4 Notes: All Buffs, Nerfs, and More
League of Legends Patch 26.4 drops on Feb. 19, 2026, shifting the release day back to Thursday for one final cycle before returning to the regular schedule. The update targets crit‑based ADCs with a light Infinity Edge buff and price cut, while trimming...
By Dot Esports
News•Feb 17, 2026
TOBIZ: "Hopefully, Alkaren Will Return, but We Just Have to Get the Best Out of the Situation"
Heroic exited PGL Cluj‑Napoca with a 1‑3 record, only beating 3DMAX before losing to FaZe, B8 and G2. The team has been without its primary AWPer, Alimzhan “Alkaren” Bitimbay, who remains sidelined by visa complications. Coach Tobias “TOBIZ” Theo explained...
By HLTV.org (CS)
News•Feb 17, 2026
Elite Dangerous Teases New Co-Op Gameplay Mode, System Overhaul In Dev Video
The Elite Dangerous developer log reveals a major new co‑op gameplay mode called Operations, slated for an April release this year. Operations will let squads tackle missions on foot and in space with varying difficulty and tactical challenges. A broader...
By MMORPG.com
News•Feb 17, 2026
Extreme Weather Alert: ARC Raiders Shrouded Sky Update Release Date
Embark Studios announced that the Shrouded Sky update for ARC Raiders will go live on February 24, 2026. The patch adds a new weather‑driven map condition, an additional ARC threat, a player‑focused project, and a raider deck for cosmetics and...
By DualShockers
News•Feb 17, 2026
Pokémon Go's Battle League Quirks Are Getting Fixed in 2026
Niantic is overhauling Pokémon Go’s Go Battle League (GBL) core battle system to eliminate long‑standing PvP inconsistencies. The redesign moves damage resolution to the end of each turn, standardizes Pokémon swaps, and anchors actions to a fixed timeline, reducing the impact...
By Polygon (Gaming)
News•Feb 17, 2026
Meat Grinder, an Adventure Sim with Horror Elements, Coming to Nintendo Switch 2
Ultimate Games and Panic Panda announced that their dark adventure‑simulation title Meat Grinder will debut on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. The game mixes open‑world exploration with a hot‑dog shop management sim, set in the fog‑shrouded city of Grimshore. Players juggle daily...
By Nintendo Everything
News•Feb 17, 2026
Digital Extremes Delays Warframe's Global Android Release Due to Serious Login Bug
Digital Extremes has postponed the global Android launch of Warframe due to an infinite login loop affecting devices such as Google Pixel phones and certain tablets. The Canadian Android version remains live to help the team gather data and resolve...
By MMORPG.com
Blog•Feb 17, 2026
The Pokemon Pinball Machine Is Finally Real
Stern Pinball and The Pokémon Company have launched the first official Pokémon pinball machine, available in Pro ($6,999), Premium ($9,699) and Limited Edition ($12,999, 750 units). The game features four habitats, an animated Poké Ball, voice‑overs and an app‑linked collection system....
By The Gadgeteer
News•Feb 17, 2026
Today’s Android App Deals and Freebies: Undead Slayer, Alien Food Invasion, Muse Dash, More
9to5Toys released its February 17 2026 Android deals roundup, highlighting steep price cuts on popular games such as Undead Slayer, Alien Food Invasion, and Muse Dash, many now free or under $1. The list also bundles hardware discounts, including a pre‑order deal on...
By 9to5Google
News•Feb 17, 2026
Courtyard Launches Zodiac-Themed Pokémon Card Pack for Lunar New Year | Exclusive
Courtyard.io announced a Zodiac‑themed Pokémon card pack for Lunar New Year 2026, marking the game’s 30th anniversary. The limited set features twelve cards, each representing a Chinese zodiac animal, with prices starting at $99. Buyers receive a digital preview and...
By GamesBeat
News•Feb 17, 2026
I'm Not Convinced Open Earbuds Work for Gaming, Despite Asus' Best Efforts
Asus has launched the ROG Cetra Open earbuds, an open‑ear design that connects via a 2.4 GHz low‑latency link for gaming while retaining Bluetooth for everyday use. The reviewer finds the build solid and comfortable, but notes a bulky charging case...
By T3
News•Feb 17, 2026
Digimon Story: Time Stranger 3rd DLC - Anti-ParadoX Will Add X-Antibody Royal Knights in March 2026
Bandai Namco announced the third and final DLC for Digimon Story: Time Stranger, titled Anti‑ParadoX, slated for release in March 2026. The pack adds five X‑Antibody Mega Digivolutions—Omnimon/Omegamon, Gallantmon/Dukemon, UlforceVeedramon, Magnamon, and Jesmon—alongside a new story episode featuring Asuna Shiroki...
By RPG Site
Social•Feb 17, 2026
Night Raises $70M to Expand Gaming Business
News: Night, a leading talent representative for creators like @KaiCenat, has raised $70 million to expand its business in gaming (and other areas).
By Lucas Shaw
News•Feb 17, 2026
US Video Game Consumer Spending Predicted to Reach $62.8bn in 2026
U.S. video game consumer spending is projected to hit $62.8 billion in 2026, a 3% rise from the previous year, according to market‑research firm Circana. The growth is anchored by strong hardware demand for the Nintendo Switch 2 and the launch of...
By GamesIndustry.biz
Blog•Feb 17, 2026
Counter-Strike Player ZywOo Becomes L’Équipe Cover Star
French Counter‑Strike star Mathieu “ZywOo” Herbaut will appear on the February 18 cover of L’Équipe, marking the first CS2 player to headline the nation’s historic sports newspaper. The 25‑year‑old AWPer, a three‑Major winner with Team Vitality, has helped his squad...
By Esports Insider
News•Feb 17, 2026
The First True Mirror Match in Street Fighter History Was Due to a Bug and Could only Be Played Against...
The original 1987 Street Fighter was essentially a single‑player title where players could only choose Ryu or a functionally identical Ken, creating a de‑facto mirror match. Street Fighter II expanded the roster and shifted focus to competitive 1‑on‑1 play, deliberately blocking...
By EventHubs
News•Feb 17, 2026
Ahead of The Witcher Remake, the Witcher 1's Lead Story Designer Has Just Wrapped up a 26 Episode Dev Commentary
Lead story designer Artur Ganszyniec has finished a 26‑episode developer commentary that walks through CD Projekt’s 2007 Witcher 1 over the past six months. The YouTube series revisits key narrative moments, shares behind‑the‑scenes anecdotes, and notes that Geralt was not originally...
By Rock Paper Shotgun
News•Feb 17, 2026
Where To Cook Onsen Eggs In Heartopia
During Heartopia’s Winter Frost Event, players can collect cracked eggs and receive a recipe for the Onsen Egg, a unique dish that requires only a single egg purchased from the vendor Massimo. The egg must be cooked in the hot...
By TheGamer
Blog•Feb 17, 2026
Parivision and FaZe Clan Headline PGL Bucharest 2026 Invitations
PGL has released the invitation list for its Bucharest 2026 Counter‑Strike tournament, scheduled for April 4‑11. FaZe Clan and Parivision headline a 12‑team main event, while several top‑ten VRS teams declined to prioritize IEM Rio 2026. Their spots were filled...
By Esports Insider
Blog•Feb 17, 2026
Twisted Minds Wins OWCS Pre-Season Bootcamp
Saudi‑based Twisted Minds captured the Overwatch Champions Series 2026 Pre‑Season Bootcamp in Seoul, defeating Crazy Raccoon 4‑1 in the final and pocketing $15,000 of the $25,000 pool. The victory follows their Stage 3 EMEA win and the 2025 OWCS World Finals...
By Esports Insider
News•Feb 17, 2026
Game Manager Lutris v0.5.20 Released with Proton Upgrades, Store Updates and Much More
Lutris released version 0.5.20, overhauling its Proton‑GE handling by adopting the umu launcher as the default. The update adds native Wayland support, integrates the ZOOM Platform store, and refreshes EA App and Itch.io APIs. Numerous runners received upgrades, and new features like...
By GamingOnLinux
News•Feb 17, 2026
A Practical Guide to Indie Comms: How Studios Can Build Visibility without Burning Out
Rebecca Attard‑Phillips, co‑founder of Boost, offers indie studios a practical communications roadmap that replaces noisy, omnichannel marketing with a realistic focus on clarity, consistency, and connection. The guide introduces three messaging pillars—emotional fantasy, signature mechanic, and world tone—and shows how...
By GamesIndustry.biz
News•Feb 17, 2026
Rocket League Is Adding Easy Anti-Cheat, Psyonix Say Linux Will Still Be Supported with Proton
Rocket League will integrate Easy Anti‑Cheat (EAC) in April, giving players the choice to run the game with the anti‑cheat on or off. EAC must be enabled for online matchmaking, private matches and tournaments, while offline modes and training can...
By GamingOnLinux
Blog•Feb 17, 2026
3DMAX and paiN Gaming Eliminated From PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026
French squad 3DMAX and Brazilian organization paiN Gaming were the first teams knocked out of the PGL Cluj‑Napoca 2026 CS2 tournament after failing to earn three group‑stage victories. 3DMAX lost all three best‑of‑three matches, dropping 2‑0 to Team Falcons, 2‑0...
By Esports Insider
News•Feb 17, 2026
20 Most Anticipated Open-World Games of 2026
The article spotlights the 20 most anticipated open‑world games slated for 2026, with Rockstar’s Grand Theft Auto 6 leading the pack. GTA 6 promises a meticulously crafted Vice City, featuring dynamic NPC routines, reactive law enforcement, and unprecedented environmental detail. The game...
By GamingBolt
News•Feb 17, 2026
Crimson Desert Is Going To Make My Wait For GTA 6 Easier
South Korean studio Pearl Abyss’s upcoming action‑RPG Crimson Desert is set for a March 2026 launch, offering a sprawling open world called Pywell with five distinct regions and diverse traversal methods. The game’s design mirrors Rockstar’s formula—multiple playable protagonists, a...
By GamingBolt
News•Feb 17, 2026
BlazBlue Entropy Effect X Review – The Truth of the World
BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X is a free console update that bundles all prior DLC, introduces new characters and the Extreme Zone, and expands the rogue‑lite mechanics of the 2024 early‑access title. The expansion deepens tactical customization through Legacy Tactics, elemental...
By GamingBolt
News•Feb 17, 2026
Baldur's Gate 3's Latest Patch Is Causing Performance Issues
Larian Studios rolled out a surprise 200 MB patch for Baldur's Gate 3 aimed at reducing VRAM usage and improving performance on PC, Mac, and Steam Deck. Shortly after release, players across PC and consoles reported severe frame‑rate drops, with FPS falling...
By TheGamer
News•Feb 17, 2026
Sonic And Sonic 2 Are Free On Mobile Ahead Of Getting Delisted
Sega is set to delist the mobile ports of Sonic the Hedgehog and Sonic the Hedgehog 2 from Android and iOS stores, offering them for free until they disappear. The titles, part of the Sega Forever collection, will also lose ads...
By TheGamer
News•Feb 17, 2026
The Division 2 Y7S3 Mutiny Week 12 Manhunt HVT: Scout 12 Solutions
The Division 2 Y7S3 Mutiny Week 12 Manhunt is live, focusing on the Scout 12 objectives. Players must eliminate 25 True Sons, prevent a public execution, and hunt the high‑value target Lieutenant Colonel Kernel at the Museum of Native People. The...
By Destructoid