
Animation studio ufotable released a teaser trailer announcing a collaboration with Bandai Namco’s Tales of series to celebrate its 30th anniversary. The reveal is scheduled for April 3, 2026. Tales of first launched on December 15, 1995 and has since spawned multiple games and anime adaptations. ufotable, known for Zestiria the X and other Tales cutscenes, will likely deliver new animated content tied to the milestone.
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Microsoft Gaming announced that longtime CEO Phil Spencer will retire on February 23, and Xbox president Sarah Bond has resigned. Asha Sharma, formerly head of CoreAI and with experience at Instacart and Meta, will take over as CEO, while Matt Booty...

Square Enix announced that worldwide shipments and digital sales of *NieR: Automata* have topped 10 million units, a milestone reached after the game’s 2017 launch across PlayStation, PC, Xbox, and later Switch. The figure surpasses the nine‑million reported in December 2024, reflecting...

Arc System Works published an 11‑minute behind‑the‑scenes video titled “Braving the Unexplored: Making of” for its upcoming action title Damon and Baby. The footage walks viewers through concept art, motion‑capture sessions, and the game’s combat system design. Developers also discuss...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

Counterplay Games and publisher Fictions announced a limited‑time demo for their roguelite third‑person shooter Armatus, debuting on PC via Steam on February 23 as part of Steam Next Fest 2026. The demo runs through March 2, giving players a taste of the...

PC Building Simulator 2, originally released for PC in October 2022, will launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles on February 26, 2026. The announcement comes from Epic Games Publishing and developer Spiral House. The game brings its detailed PC‑building career and free‑build modes...

Shutaro Ida, the creative director of the upcoming Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement, died at age 52 after a 1.5‑year battle with cancer, ArtPlay announced. Ida previously directed Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night and contributed to major titles such as Castlevania...

Bloober Team unveiled Layers of Fear 3 during a 10th‑anniversary livestream, celebrating a decade since the original 2016 release. The teaser revealed no platform or launch date, emphasizing the title’s continuation rather than specifics. CEO Piotr Babieno highlighted the series’ focus...

NIS America announced the PC launch of The Liar Princess and the Blind Prince on March 11 via Steam. The adventure game originally debuted on PlayStation 4, Switch, and PS Vita in 2018 and later reached iOS and Android. The PC version...

CE‑Asia and SenseGames announced the AI LIMIT DLC “Eirene’s Furnace of War,” slated for release on March 27. The expansion continues Blader Arrisa’s story, introducing a new Temple of War area, a mysterious boss, and reworked classic bosses with tougher mechanics. It...

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...