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 players in 13th‑century Mongolia, where realistic horse behavior and open‑world exploration are central. The video showcases how the score supports the game’s harsh terrain, equine focus, and narrative depth.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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