Gaming News and Headlines
Gaming News and Headlines
Deadswitch Combat, a free‑to‑play 2D multiplayer shooter from Wilkin Games, entered Steam Early Access in September 2025 and quickly earned a Very Positive rating. Built on Phaser 3, the title offers fast‑paced combat across multiple modes, including ranked matches, clans, and a co‑op survival mode. Players can unlock and customize over 200 weapons and vehicles while earning XP for objectives and challenges. An in‑game editor and Steam Workshop let the community create and share maps, extending replayability beyond the base content.
Indie studio Laps Games announced that its medieval sandbox RPG Valorborn will enter Steam Early Access on April 15. The initial build delivers a microcosm of the planned open world, featuring autonomous NPCs, factions, and fully explorable towns. Laps intends...
ConcernedApe will unveil two new marriage candidates for Stardew Valley in the 1.7 update during the game’s 10‑year anniversary video tomorrow. The reveal will raise the total number of eligible partners to 14, adding fresh romance content for long‑time players....
ESL announced the opening matchups for Pro League Season 23 Stage 1, a five‑day online event running March 1‑5 using a Swiss format. Top seed Parivision will face bottom‑ranked SemperFi, while headline games include Ninjas in Pyjamas vs Legacy, Liquid vs Passion UA, and...
SoaR Gaming, founded in 2011 as a Call of Duty trick‑shot collective, grew into a multi‑title esports organization before being acquired in 2019. After the purchase, the new ownership divested all competitive rosters, exiting esports entirely. The company redirected resources...
Supervoid’s upcoming post‑apocalyptic action MMORPG Project DNA unveiled its first gameplay trailer, showcasing fast‑paced combat, massive bosses, and a bleak 2046 Earth setting. Built on Unreal Engine 5, the game emphasizes precision dodging and strategic skill use. The narrative centers on...
2026 marks a turning point as a wave of regulations—DMCCA, the EU Digital Services Act, the upcoming Digital Fairness Act, the AI Act and others—target core game mechanics. Dark‑pattern practices, UI prompts, loot‑box disclosures, virtual‑currency pricing and player‑generated communication are...
Bungie is using a Server Slam weekend to preview its upcoming extraction shooter Marathon, scheduled for full launch on March 5, 2026. From February 26 to March 2, viewers who watch Marathon streams on Twitch can earn a tiered set...
Stormhaven Studios rolled out a dynamic weather system for Embers Adrift, adding rain and snow that react to each biome's temperature, humidity, and precipitation probability. The server‑client calculation triggers precipitation, while new footstep audio layers realism for wet and snowy...
Pocket Tactics’ Jigglypuff guide details the pink Normal/Fairy Pokémon’s evolution, base stats, type match‑ups, and comprehensive move lists across every main series game. It outlines where to catch Jigglypuff from Generation 1 through Generation 9, noting its unique Moon Stone evolution into...
Helika and Avalanche are co‑hosting a joint Accelerator Demo Day at Pocket Gamer Connects in San Francisco on March 9, 2026, concluding a 12‑week program that equips game studios with funding, mentorship, and Helika’s data‑driven publishing support. The event will debut Helika’s AI‑powered...
Garden Horizons, a Roblox farming title, features six distinct gear items that boost planting and harvesting efficiency. The gear spans Common to Legendary tiers, priced between $5,000 and $100,000 in-game currency. Players obtain gear exclusively from Molly's Gear Shop, which...
Ponchorado, an indie title from Seal Games, is now available on Android. The game blends satirical Wild West survival‑action with roguelite mechanics, all rendered in a 1930s cartoon style. Players control Poncho, a forgotten stuntman stranded on an unfinished western...
Embark Studios' extraction shooter ARC Raiders is now officially Steam Deck verified, allowing handheld play alongside its PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC releases. Early builds strained portable hardware, but recent Server Slam optimizations have lifted performance to a playable...
The CinematicFX mod for STALKER 2 injects dramatic dust, smoke, and debris whenever bullets strike surfaces, turning previously muted impacts into visually striking events. Developed by Cazanu and available on Nexus Mods, the mod tailors particle effects to the material hit,...
Beamdog has released patch 2.7 for the Enhanced Editions of Baldur’s Gate 1, Baldur’s Gate 2, Icewind Dale and Siege of Dragonspear, currently available in the Steam beta and slated for GOG later. The update, the first since 2021, adds native Apple...
Bungie’s upcoming extraction shooter Marathon, owned by PlayStation, launches on March 5, 2026 for all platforms. Xbox Series X|S owners will automatically receive two exclusive Emerald‑themed weapon charms at launch. A free Server Slam demo runs from February 26 to...
Microsoft’s February 2026 Xbox update rolls out 1440p, high‑bitrate cloud streaming for Game Pass Ultimate members on Series X|S, One X and One S consoles, expanding the service beyond PC and TV devices. The Xbox PC app receives subtle navigation sounds that enhance controller‑based...
Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker will add Kimimaro as its 47th DLC character, launching on February 27, 2026. The new hero brings bone‑themed Ninjutsu—Larch Dance, Clematis Dance, and the AOE Bracken Dance—along with a dedicated Bone: Dance tool. Kimimaro’s arrival...
Dungeons & Dragons Online (DDO) marks its 20th anniversary, having evolved from a problematic 2006 launch into a resilient free‑to‑play MMO. The game shifted to a free‑to‑play model, briefly becoming the second‑most played Western MMO behind World of Warcraft, and...
The new K’aresh zone revitalizes *The War Within* by swapping cramped tunnels for vertical, floating islands that demand true aerial navigation. While the Phase Diving mechanic initially hampers movement, the Reshii Wraps artifact later eases traversal. Narrative-wise, the zone finally...
Sensor Tower’s State of Gaming 2026 report shows mobile game revenue barely budged, rising just 1% to $82 billion while downloads slipped. In contrast, PC and console revenue jumped 13%, driven by a surge in AA and AAA releases and a record‑breaking...
Japanese RPG Sky Dragon: Guild Battles has launched globally via ALPSE on Google Play. The mobile title features 10v10 guild battles and 10‑player raids, emphasizing monster recruitment and avatar customization. New players receive up to 430 free summons and various...
Geekay Esports, the Saudi Arabian powerhouse, has been added to Ubisoft’s Rainbow Six Siege partner program for both Europe and MENA leagues. The partnership grants the team revenue‑sharing rights, branded in‑game items, and a formal seat at Ubisoft’s strategic table....
Video game journalist Jeff Grubb revealed on the Game Mess Decides podcast that Sony’s PlayStation Studios managed to get Gran Turismo 7 running on a Nintendo Switch 2 prototype. The demonstration shows the flagship racing title can boot on the upcoming...
U.S. courts have struck down President Donald Trump’s 2025 tariff authority, prompting a revised global tariff of 10%. The ruling has forced Japanese hobby retailers AmiAmi, Aitai Kuji, and Hobby‑Genki to hold or delay shipments to the United States. Both...
Knights Peak announced a new patch for Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree that introduces infinite replayability on Nintendo Switch. The update also brings quality‑of‑life tweaks, UI refinements, and graphical enhancements. The game is available worldwide in Standard and Deluxe...
Ubisoft announced Operation Silent Hunt for Rainbow Six Siege, debuting a Solid Snake attacker skin priced at 25 K Renown or 600 R6 Credits and voiced by David Hayter. The expansion, revealed at Six Invitational, celebrates Metal Gear Solid with additional skins...
Ultrakill's long‑awaited Fraud update introduces the eighth layer of Hell, a non‑Euclidean environment filled with deceptive portals and illusionary design. The patch, delayed months due to the technical difficulty of rendering portal physics and enemy behavior, finally arrived with a...
Arc Raiders has re‑engineered the Rocketeer enemy, turning its wreckage into the coveted "Rocketeer Driver" needed for high‑tier gear. The new Wolfpack munition system ties these drivers to aerial drops, creating a tightly coupled resource loop. Early player feedback indicates...
Ubisoft’s long‑awaited pirate game *Skull and Bones* finally launched in February 2024 after a 14‑year development saga that began as a *Assassin’s Creed* Black Flag expansion. Former *Assassin’s Creed 3* creative director Alex Hutchinson said the protracted timeline stemmed from...
Cartwheel, a New York‑based AI animation platform, claims its technology can accelerate 3D animation workflows by up to 100 times. The startup was founded by former OpenAI researcher Andrew Carr and ex‑Google Creative Lab leader Jonathan Jarvis. Its tools are aimed at game...
Brotato, the fast‑paced indie shooter, is now available DRM‑free on GOG, bundled with the Abyssal Terrors DLC and its soundtrack. The release includes a 20% discount through March 4 and supports native Linux and up to four‑player local co‑op. Development has...
Sony has launched a limited‑time Lunar New Year promotion that slashes the 12‑month PlayStation Plus Premium subscription by 37%, dropping the price to $99.99 (or £77.99 in the UK). The deal, available until February 26, grants access to the full Game...
Laced Records has opened pre‑orders for a limited‑edition vinyl soundtrack of *The Outer Worlds 2*, priced at $62. The set spans three 12‑inch LPs, offering 44 tracks that align with the game’s three major factions. Two versions are available: a colour‑marble...
The Dubai Esports & Games Festival is set to return on May 8 2026, reinforcing the emirate’s ambition to become a global gaming hub. Organized under Dubai’s digital‑economy strategy, the event will host competitive tournaments, influencer appearances, and interactive fan zones that...
Nerial’s new title *Reigns: The Witcher* reimagines the franchise as a narrative card RPG where players, as Dandelion, swipe binary choices to shape Geralt’s fate. The game leans on a fan‑fiction‑style improv framework, sprinkling iconic Witcher moments with modern allusions....
Ed Boon recently launched a social‑media poll asking fans how Killer Instinct should return, weighing a free‑to‑play model against a $70 premium price and debating Xbox exclusivity versus multi‑platform release. The franchise has seen no new content since the 2023 Anniversary...
Veteran modder Ashtonlp101 released "For A Few Brahmin More," a Fallout: New Vegas quest mod that pits NCR‑backed Brahmin barons against a grassroots Cowboy Coalition. The mod features two branching main questlines, six side quests, two player homes, and over...
PUBG Mobile has been confirmed as the 16th title for the inaugural Esports Nations Cup 2026, scheduled in Riyadh from November 2‑29. The mobile title’s competition runs November 3‑8, featuring 32 national teams in a four‑group round‑robin stage that narrows to a...
Roblox has become the fastest‑growing commerce channel for Gen Z, posting a 54% year‑on‑year rise in order volume, far outpacing TikTok’s 10% increase. Gen Z shoppers placed an average of 20 purchases on Roblox in the past year, while TikTok...
Pieced Together is an indie narrative game that uses an interactive scrapbook to recount the 1990s friendship between Connie and Beth. Players place photos, notes, and stickers to shape the story, creating a personal collage of memories. Developed by a...
Amazon Games has terminated its publishing agreement with Maverick Games, the UK studio founded by former Forza Horizon developers, leaving the open‑world driving title without a backer. Maverick will now seek a new publisher to bring its narrative‑driven driving experience...
HoYoverse announced that Genshin Impact will cease PS4 support on April 8, 2026, with Version Luna 5 serving as the final update before the platform is fully disabled. The update revisits Mondstadt and introduces the playable character Varka, giving PS4 players a symbolic...
Games Meets Music returns for its second edition after a breakthrough inaugural event that generated tangible partnership and licensing deals. The 2026 conference expands its programme to target developers, publishers, and commercial leaders, featuring senior representatives from Ubisoft, Supercell, King,...
Nacon, the French publisher behind titles such as Styx: Blades of Greed and RoboCop: Rogue City, has filed for judicial reorganisation insolvency after its majority shareholder, Bigben Interactive, failed to make a partial bond loan repayment. The filing aims to...
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...
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...
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...
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...
