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All Current and Upcoming Banners in Arknights Endfield
NewsFeb 25, 2026

All Current and Upcoming Banners in Arknights Endfield

Arknights: Endfield’s current banner, Hues of Passion, features the Cryo operator Yvonne and runs from February 24 to March 11, while the Graffiti Issue weapon banner spans the next two character cycles. Pulling on character banners yields Arsenal Tickets, which are required...

By Dot Esports
The Sims 4 Developer Hasn't Forgotten About Its Quality of Life Commitment, and Is Back with an Update on What...
NewsFeb 25, 2026

The Sims 4 Developer Hasn't Forgotten About Its Quality of Life Commitment, and Is Back with an Update on What...

Maxis has unveiled a new quality‑of‑life roadmap for The Sims 4, outlining updates through 2026. The first phase, running March to August, will boost Sims’ autonomy, refine infant‑caregiver interactions, and address black‑photo, crash, and freeze bugs. The second phase, September to...

By VG247
Lutris v0.5.21 and v0.5.22 Arrive with Valve's Sniper Runtime Support and New Game Runners
NewsFeb 25, 2026

Lutris v0.5.21 and v0.5.22 Arrive with Valve's Sniper Runtime Support and New Game Runners

Lutris released versions 0.5.21 and 0.5.22, adding support for Valve’s Sniper runtime (Steam Linux Runtime 3.0) and new game runners such as ShadPS4, Xenia and an AppImage‑based Dolphin‑emu. The updates also bring UI tweaks like collapsible sidebars, improved GPU detection, expanded...

By GamingOnLinux
D7VK Version 1.4 Brings Further Enhancements for Older Direct3D via Vulkan
NewsFeb 25, 2026

D7VK Version 1.4 Brings Further Enhancements for Older Direct3D via Vulkan

D7VK version 1.4 has been released, extending its Direct3D 5‑7‑via‑Vulkan translation layer for Wine and Proton. The update introduces colour‑key transparency, fixing opaque artifacts in titles such as Arx Fatalis and Divine Divinity. It also consolidates legacy DDraw support, enabling games...

By GamingOnLinux
Ex Sanguis Is the Most Stylish XCOM-Style Roguelike I've Ever Played
NewsFeb 25, 2026

Ex Sanguis Is the Most Stylish XCOM-Style Roguelike I've Ever Played

Ex Sanguis is a turn‑based, XCOM‑style roguelike demo that dazzles with a stark white‑and‑red art direction reminiscent of Superhot. Players control Stillae units, spending action points to unleash stylized, blood‑splattering attacks on grid‑based maps. The demo highlights destructible environments, layered...

By PCGamesN
How to Practice Flying in Battlefield 6 Using Helicopters and Jets
NewsFeb 25, 2026

How to Practice Flying in Battlefield 6 Using Helicopters and Jets

Battlefield 6 pilots can accelerate skill growth by using private custom games or Portal servers, where they control the number of aircraft and eliminate enemy pressure. Adjusting aircraft sensitivity to 150‑200, lowering dead zones, and optionally enabling Helicopter Assist creates a...

By Dot Esports
Capcom's Resident Evil Requiem Ad Campaign Involves a Faux Lawsuit Against Nissin Foods (UPDATE)
NewsFeb 25, 2026

Capcom's Resident Evil Requiem Ad Campaign Involves a Faux Lawsuit Against Nissin Foods (UPDATE)

Capcom is promoting the upcoming Resident Evil Requiem (Feb. 27 2026) with a tongue‑in‑cheek partnership with Nissin Foods. The campaign pretends Umbrella Corporation is suing Nissin over its Cup Noodles, framing the stunt as an IP infringement claim. A commercial featuring the...

By GoNintendo
Death Stranding 2 Was My Game of the Year for 2025, and It's Coming to PC with a Major Discount,...
NewsFeb 25, 2026

Death Stranding 2 Was My Game of the Year for 2025, and It's Coming to PC with a Major Discount,...

Death Stranding 2, hailed as a personal Game of the Year on PS5, is set to arrive on PC next month. The title retains the franchise’s atmospheric storytelling while adding more combat‑focused gameplay, new vehicles, and upgrade systems. Fans can secure...

By PCGamesN
Pokemon Fan Designs Paradox Form of Ho-Oh
NewsFeb 25, 2026

Pokemon Fan Designs Paradox Form of Ho-Oh

Fans have created a Paradox form of Ho‑Oh, dubbed Ho‑Old, featuring a dinosaur‑like design and Dragon typing. The artwork, posted by Reddit user ABZ_Designs, draws inspiration from the prehistoric bird Gastornis and includes a new signature move, Prism Flame. The...

By Game Rant
Pepper Grinder Sails Onto Mobile with Vibrant Drilling Action-Adventure, Arriving Soon via Crunchyroll Games
NewsFeb 25, 2026

Pepper Grinder Sails Onto Mobile with Vibrant Drilling Action-Adventure, Arriving Soon via Crunchyroll Games

Pepper Grinder, the Devolver Digital‑published 2D pirate adventure, is slated for mobile launch on Android and iOS on February 26, 2026 via Crunchyroll Games. The title blends classic platforming with a distinctive drilling mechanic, letting players collect jewels, stickers and upgrade gear...

By GamingonPhone
Genshin Impact Tier List
NewsFeb 25, 2026

Genshin Impact Tier List

An updated Genshin Impact tier list released on February 24, 2026 ranks 4‑star and 5‑star characters by performance in the Spiral Abyss, Imaginarium Theater, and Stygian Onslaught. The list highlights Mavuika, Zibai, and a suite of Lunar‑reaction enablers such as Columbina and...

By Game Rant
The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin Gets an Animation Trailer Ahead of March Launch
NewsFeb 25, 2026

The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin Gets an Animation Trailer Ahead of March Launch

Netmarble unveiled an official animation trailer for its upcoming free‑to‑play action RPG *The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin*. The game, based on the globally‑sold manga, will launch on PlayStation 5 and Steam on March 16, with a mobile rollout a week later on...

By RPG Site
Undertale Piano Arrangement Album - Echoes Beneath Produced by Yoko Shimomura Is Now Available Digitally
NewsFeb 25, 2026

Undertale Piano Arrangement Album - Echoes Beneath Produced by Yoko Shimomura Is Now Available Digitally

Square Enix has launched the Undertale piano‑arrangement album *Echoes Beneath*, produced by veteran composer Yoko Shimomura, to mark the game’s 10th anniversary. The collection features 15 piano‑only tracks performed by Yui Morishita, Yuki Kishida and Ryota Kikuchi, and is available...

By RPG Site
Chronicled Wish Banner Guide In Genshin Impact
NewsFeb 25, 2026

Chronicled Wish Banner Guide In Genshin Impact

HoYoverse introduced the Chronicled Wish banner in Genshin Impact version 6.4, running from February 25 to March 17, 2026. The new system combines character‑limited and weapon banners, letting players select either a 5‑star character or weapon before pulling. A 50% match chance...

By Game Rant
Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition "Switch 2 Vs. PS5 Vs. PS4" Graphics and Framerate Comparison
NewsFeb 25, 2026

Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition "Switch 2 Vs. PS5 Vs. PS4" Graphics and Framerate Comparison

Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition arrived digitally on Nintendo Switch 2, delivering the complete base game, six official expansions, and over 150 Creation Club items. The launch coincides with a side‑by‑side video that pits the Switch 2 version against PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 in graphics...

By GoNintendo
Utawarerumono Zan 2 Is Now Available for PC Steam
NewsFeb 25, 2026

Utawarerumono Zan 2 Is Now Available for PC Steam

Japanese developers DMM Games, Shiravune, and Aquaplus have released Utawarerumono Zan 2 on PC via Steam, marking the title's first English‑localized launch. The game is priced at $39.99 with a launch discount running through March 10, and offers bundles that include discounts...

By RPG Site
2D Western Souls-Like Action RPG Tombwater Launches for PC on March 31
NewsFeb 25, 2026

2D Western Souls-Like Action RPG Tombwater Launches for PC on March 31

Tombwater, a 2D Western souls‑like action RPG from Moth Atlas and Midwest Games, is set to launch on March 31 for Windows PC via Steam. The release was pushed forward from an original November 2025 date to allow additional content...

By RPG Site
Devastating Sims 4 Glitch Makes Player Lose Photos They Saved for 7.5 Generations
NewsFeb 25, 2026

Devastating Sims 4 Glitch Makes Player Lose Photos They Saved for 7.5 Generations

A Reddit user lost photos documenting 7.5 generations of their Sims 4 family due to a persistent glitch that blanks out picture frames and paintings. The issue surfaced while the player was building an eighth generation, erasing weeks of in‑game storytelling....

By Game Rant
Honor of Kings India Launch Rumors Heat up Again as Fresh Hints Surface
NewsFeb 25, 2026

Honor of Kings India Launch Rumors Heat up Again as Fresh Hints Surface

Sources close to GamingonPhone indicate that Tencent’s mobile MOBA Honor of Kings is gearing up for an Indian launch after trademark filings were approved in late 2023 and early 2024. The title logged more than 50 million downloads and over $100 million...

By GamingonPhone
Azur Promilia Opens Second Closed Beta Test in China for PC and Mobile
NewsFeb 25, 2026

Azur Promilia Opens Second Closed Beta Test in China for PC and Mobile

Manjuu Games has launched recruitment for the second Closed Beta Test of its fantasy RPG Azur Promilia in mainland China, covering PC, Android and iOS platforms. The "Constant Sequence Test" runs as a non‑paid, data‑wipe trial and will accept applications...

By GamingonPhone
Loom Games Claims “Unicorn” Crown in Record Time for Turkish Startup
NewsFeb 25, 2026

Loom Games Claims “Unicorn” Crown in Record Time for Turkish Startup

Los Angeles‑based Scopely agreed to acquire a majority stake in Istanbul‑born mobile‑game studio Loom Games, valuing the company at over $1 billion through a performance‑based structure. Loom, founded in August 2025, launched its first title “Pixel Flow” in September, attracting more than 10 million...

By bne IntelliNews
Donkey Kong Bananza Updated to Ver. 3.2.0
NewsFeb 25, 2026

Donkey Kong Bananza Updated to Ver. 3.2.0

Donkey Kong Bananza, Nintendo’s mobile platformer, has been updated to version 3.2.0. The patch notes cite several issues addressed to improve the gameplay experience. Although the details are brief, the update likely targets stability, performance and minor bugs. It arrives as...

By GoNintendo
Kirby Air Riders Updated to Ver. 1.3.1
NewsFeb 25, 2026

Kirby Air Riders Updated to Ver. 1.3.1

Kirby Air Riders received its latest patch, version 1.3.1, rolling out to Nintendo Switch users. The update introduces amiibo compatibility for three figures—Meta Knight, King Dedede and Chef Kawasaki—each granting a unique Star power in‑game. Nintendo provided detailed patch notes outlining the new...

By GoNintendo
Kirby Air Riders 1.3.1 Update Out Now, Patch Notes
NewsFeb 25, 2026

Kirby Air Riders 1.3.1 Update Out Now, Patch Notes

Nintendo released Kirby Air Riders version 1.3.1, adding support for three new amiibo figures and a sweeping set of balance adjustments for riders, machines, and copy abilities. The patch also introduces extensive bug fixes, notably improving online communication stability and...

By Nintendo Everything
Crimson Desert Voice Cast Includes Cyberpunk 2077 and Stellar Blade Actors
NewsFeb 25, 2026

Crimson Desert Voice Cast Includes Cyberpunk 2077 and Stellar Blade Actors

Pearl Abyss has unveiled the complete English voice roster for its upcoming open‑world title Crimson Desert, confirming six key characters. The cast features Alec Newman, fresh from Cyberpunk 2077, as protagonist Kliff, and Rebecca Hanssen, known for Stellar Blade, as co‑protagonist Damiane....

By Dot Esports
Loot Box Crackdown? South Korea Eyes Revenue Penalties for Probability Disclosure Breaches
NewsFeb 25, 2026

Loot Box Crackdown? South Korea Eyes Revenue Penalties for Probability Disclosure Breaches

South Korea is set to amend the Game Industry Promotion Act, allowing regulators to impose an administrative surcharge of up to 3% of revenue or KRW 1 billion on games that fail to disclose or misrepresent loot‑box probabilities. The proposal follows a...

By Inven Global
Sandbox Survival Last Oasis To Run Stress Test Just Before Launching Its Next Big Content Update
NewsFeb 25, 2026

Sandbox Survival Last Oasis To Run Stress Test Just Before Launching Its Next Big Content Update

Last Oasis will wipe all servers for a stress test from February 27 through the weekend, then launch Season 6 Chapter 1 on March 6. The update pivots toward game‑wide events, new PvP balance tweaks, and broader functional improvements. A fresh ModPack is also...

By MMORPG.com
PUBG Mobile Pro Laga (PMPL) Indonesia 2026 Spring Returns the Series with a Path to Global Glory
NewsFeb 25, 2026

PUBG Mobile Pro Laga (PMPL) Indonesia 2026 Spring Returns the Series with a Path to Global Glory

The PUBG Mobile Pro Laga (PMPL) Indonesia 2026 Spring season kicks off in February, featuring 24 elite teams battling for regional supremacy. The competition runs from 27 February to 29 March, culminating in an offline Grand Final at Surabaya's Grand City Convention...

By GamingonPhone
From Our Conversations with Xbox Leadership: A Firm Stand Against AI‑generated Junk — "We're Committed to Art Made by People"
NewsFeb 24, 2026

From Our Conversations with Xbox Leadership: A Firm Stand Against AI‑generated Junk — "We're Committed to Art Made by People"

Microsoft announced that longtime Xbox leader Phil Spencer is stepping down, with Asha Sharma—formerly head of Microsoft CoreAI—taking the helm. Sharma publicly pledged that Xbox will not tolerate AI‑generated junk, emphasizing human‑crafted art as the core of its games. She...

By Windows Central
Discord Delays Age Verification Measures as It Admits What It Got 'Wrong'
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Discord Delays Age Verification Measures as It Admits What It Got 'Wrong'

Discord announced it will postpone the global rollout of its "teen‑by‑default" age verification system until the second half of 2026, after user backlash and privacy concerns. The company will still enforce verification in jurisdictions with legal mandates such as Australia,...

By Polygon (Gaming)
Twitch Reportedly Requires Persona ID Verification for Affiliates Payout
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Twitch Reportedly Requires Persona ID Verification for Affiliates Payout

Twitch announced that new affiliates must complete identity verification through Persona before receiving their first payout. Streamers are required to upload a government‑issued photo ID and a selfie, with no alternative verification option currently available. The move follows reports that...

By Dot Esports
Exclusive: Talking to New Xbox CEO Asha Sharma and CCO Matt Booty — "This Team Has Brought It Back Before,...
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Exclusive: Talking to New Xbox CEO Asha Sharma and CCO Matt Booty — "This Team Has Brought It Back Before,...

Microsoft announced Asha Sharma as Xbox's new CEO on February 23, 2026, alongside Chief Commercial Officer Matt Booty. Sharma pledged a "return to Xbox," emphasizing renewed focus on the console platform and the long‑standing fan community. She also signaled a...

By Windows Central
Terrinoth: Heroes of Descent Announced, Bringing Dungeon Crawler To PC and Consoles In Spring 2026
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Terrinoth: Heroes of Descent Announced, Bringing Dungeon Crawler To PC and Consoles In Spring 2026

Terrinoth: Heroes of Descent, a tactical RPG adaptation of the long‑running Descent tabletop series, was announced for a spring 2026 launch on PC, Mac, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles. The game combines real‑time combat, exploration and a wholly original storyline...

By MMORPG.com
ARC Raiders - Worth Your Salt Quest Bugged in New Shrouded Sky Update
NewsFeb 24, 2026

ARC Raiders - Worth Your Salt Quest Bugged in New Shrouded Sky Update

The new "Worth Your Salt" quest introduced in ARC Raiders' Shrouded Sky update is currently uncompletable for most players. The quest requires charging a battery and placing it in a vessel, but only the first of over 20 players can...

By DualShockers
Shiro Games Offers First-Ever Playable Demo of Sci-Fi Sim and Builder, SpaceCraft
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Shiro Games Offers First-Ever Playable Demo of Sci-Fi Sim and Builder, SpaceCraft

Shiro Games unveiled the first playable demo of its sci‑fi simulation builder SpaceCraft during Steam Next Fest. The demo lets players launch into the Solar Alpha system, gather resources, and experience seamless travel from orbit to planetary surfaces. It also...

By MMORPG.com
DraculaN Season 5 Reaches Playoffs
NewsFeb 24, 2026

DraculaN Season 5 Reaches Playoffs

The Digital Crusade DraculaN Season 5 group stage wrapped up, sending eight teams into a double‑elimination playoff bracket. North America’s 100 Thieves topped Group B and can jump from VRS #132 to #101 with a win over ENCE, while Nexus earned a quarter‑final...

By HLTV.org (CS)
Beyblade X Xone Brings Fourth Generation Beyblade Action to Mobile with a New Story, Coming Soon via Crunchyroll Games
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Beyblade X Xone Brings Fourth Generation Beyblade Action to Mobile with a New Story, Coming Soon via Crunchyroll Games

Crunchyroll announced Beyblade X Xone, a mobile adaptation of the fourth‑generation BEYBLADE X franchise developed by FURYU. The isometric action title introduces a brand‑new storyline, original characters, and the X‑celerator Rail tournament. Players can customize their Beyblades with over 100 million...

By GamingonPhone
Nafany's TDK Win ECL Season 51 Europe Cup 1
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Nafany's TDK Win ECL Season 51 Europe Cup 1

TDK captured the ESL Challenger League Season 51 Europe Cup 1 title, beating Alliance 2‑1 in the grand final and pocketing a $12,000 prize. The victory secures a spot at the Season 51 Europe Finals and adds 149 VRS points, propelling the squad...

By HLTV.org (CS)
Sega Deals: Sonic Racing CrossWorlds, Metaphor ReFantazio, and More for Cheap
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Sega Deals: Sonic Racing CrossWorlds, Metaphor ReFantazio, and More for Cheap

Sega’s Lunar New Year sale, running through March 1, slashes prices on hundreds of titles across Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and Switch 2. Discounts climb as high as 70 % off, spotlighting games like Metaphor: ReFantazio at $34.99 and Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds at...

By Polygon (Gaming)
WWE 2K26 Roster Revealed
NewsFeb 24, 2026

WWE 2K26 Roster Revealed

2K Games unveiled the full WWE 2K26 roster, featuring over 300 wrestlers spanning current superstars, all‑time legends, and a debut Lucha Libre AAA contingent. The list includes marquee names such as Roman Reigns, Becky Lynch, and The Rock, while also adding...

By Hardcore Gamer
Trash Pokémon Deserve Love, Too
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Trash Pokémon Deserve Love, Too

The article celebrates the “trash” Pokémon—Grimer, Muk, Trubbish, Garbodor, Koffing and Weezing—highlighting their origins as sludge‑based creatures born from human waste. It contrasts these inanimate‑object Pokémon with the series’ animal, plant and mineral categories, noting their unique Pokédex lore. The...

By Polygon (Gaming)
As Its New Owners Take Over, EVO Announces More In-Person FGC Tournaments, Including A Stop In Saudi Arabia
NewsFeb 24, 2026

As Its New Owners Take Over, EVO Announces More In-Person FGC Tournaments, Including A Stop In Saudi Arabia

Evolution Championship Series (Evo) has announced a major expansion under its new owners, Qiddiya Entertainment, adding tournaments in Saudi Arabia, China, Morocco, Brazil and Mexico while keeping legacy events in Vegas, Japan, France and Singapore unchanged. The rollout includes a...

By MMORPG.com
Soapy Tales Now Available on Switch
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Soapy Tales Now Available on Switch

Indie title Soapy Tales has launched on Nintendo Switch, debuting with a first‑person, pastel‑styled adventure that mixes relaxing chores and time‑space management. Players assume the role of an amnesiac ghost tasked with balancing good and bad deeds to earn redemption...

By GoNintendo
Overwatch "Picture of Success Story Time with Taj Atwal as Domina" Video
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Overwatch "Picture of Success Story Time with Taj Atwal as Domina" Video

Blizzard is rolling out ten new Overwatch heroes throughout 2024, with the first five debuting in Season 1. The latest lore video, “Picture of Success,” features voice actor Taj Atwal as Domina and deepens the Vishkar power struggle narrative. Each hero...

By GoNintendo
The Sims FreePlay Livin’ Large Town Expansion Update: New Levels, More Sims, and Landgraab Ventures Explained
NewsFeb 24, 2026

The Sims FreePlay Livin’ Large Town Expansion Update: New Levels, More Sims, and Landgraab Ventures Explained

The Sims FreePlay launches the Livin’ Large Town Expansion, raising the level cap from 65 to 75 and unlocking seven new Sim characters, bringing the total to 53. The update introduces Landgraab Ventures, a permanent store‑upgrade system offering 100 upgrade...

By GamingonPhone
Crunchyroll Opens Pre-Registration for Two New Titles Pepper Grinder and Beyblade X: Xone
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Crunchyroll Opens Pre-Registration for Two New Titles Pepper Grinder and Beyblade X: Xone

Crunchyroll has opened pre‑registration for two new mobile games, Pepper Grinder and Beyblade X: Xone. Pepper Grinder, a 2D action‑platformer developed by indie studio Ahr Ech, launches on February 26, 2026, while Beyblade X: Xone, an action‑fighting adaptation of the...

By DroidGamers
Preview Some of the Changes, New Content, Extra Boss Challenges, and More in The Backwoods, Fallout 76's Next Update
NewsFeb 24, 2026

Preview Some of the Changes, New Content, Extra Boss Challenges, and More in The Backwoods, Fallout 76's Next Update

Bethesda’s Fallout 76 “The Backwoods” update launches on March 3, kicking off Season 24. The patch reworks public events, adds post‑event challenges and new legendary bosses such as Bigfoot, Deathclaw and the Wendigo Colossus. Players can earn high‑tier loot like the four‑star Thrill...

By MMORPG.com
New Invincible Vs Character to Be Revealed Tomorrow During IGN Fan Fest, Mortal Kombat 2 Movie Trailer to Also Be...
NewsFeb 24, 2026

New Invincible Vs Character to Be Revealed Tomorrow During IGN Fan Fest, Mortal Kombat 2 Movie Trailer to Also Be...

The IGN Fan Fest will unveil a new character for the upcoming fighting game Invincible Vs, which is slated for an April 30, 2026 release. The game currently lists 13 fighters and promises an 18‑character base roster, with additional DLC planned. Speculation...

By EventHubs
NumTrail Is a New Number Maze Puzzle Game, Out on Android
NewsFeb 24, 2026

NumTrail Is a New Number Maze Puzzle Game, Out on Android

SUCCESS Corporation has launched NumTrail, a new number‑maze puzzle game for Android. The title blends Sudoku‑style number placement with path‑finding, requiring players to move exactly the amount shown on each tile to reach a goal. At launch the game offers...

By DroidGamers