Panzer Knights: Commander’s Edition Announced for PS5, Xbox Series
Panzer Knights: Commander’s Edition, an anime‑styled World War II tank simulation, was announced for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series with a slated 2026 launch. The definitive console version bundles the original game with three bonus content packs, adding iconic tanks such as the M4‑748 Sherman and Panzer VIII Maus. A physical edition will be available for PS5. The title originally entered Early Access on PC in October 2020 and saw a full release in May 2021.
Koei Tecmo to Transfer Part of Team NINJA to Gust
Koei Tecmo announced a suite of organizational changes effective April 1, moving Team NINJA’s Division 1 to its sister studio Gust and renaming it Gust Division 2. The remaining Team NINJA Division 2 will be reorganized into two distinct divisions, while the IP Business and Marketing...
Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Delayed to Unannounced Date
Dragami Games announced that Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, originally slated for March 26, 2026, has been delayed to an unspecified date. The postponement stems from significant updates required for both the new Switch 2 build and the...
DYPING: ESCAPE Launches March 13
DYPING: ESCAPE, the horror‑typing sequel from Heaviside Creations, will debut on PC via Steam on March 13 at $9.99, published by PLAYISM. The title builds on a free Unityroom hit that amassed over 500,000 plays, adding a deeper narrative and...
MOUSE: P.I. for Hire Delayed to April 16
PlaySide Publishing and indie studio Fumi Games have pushed the launch of their noir‑style first‑person shooter MOUSE: P.I. for Hire from March 19 to April 16, 2026. The title will ship on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC via Steam. The companies cite the need for extra...
Ubisoft Appoints New Assassin’s Creed Brand Leadership Team
Ubisoft’s Vantage Studios has installed a new three‑person leadership team to steer the Assassin’s Creed franchise. Martin Schelling will oversee overall brand strategy, Jean Guesdo will direct creative content, and Francois de Billy will champion production excellence. All three bring...
Ufotable Teases Tales of Series 30th Anniversary Collaboration Reveal on April 3
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...
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Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer Retires, Xbox President Sarah Bond Resigns [Update]
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...
NieR: Automata Shipments and Digital Sales Top 10 Million; “NieR: Automata to Be Continued…”
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...
DAMON and BABY ‘Braving the Unexplored: Making of’ Video
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
Armatus Limited-Time Demo for PC Launches February 23
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 Coming to PS5, Xbox Series on February 26
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...
Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement Creative Director Shutaro Ida Dies at Age 52
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...
Layers of Fear 3 Announced
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...
The Liar Princess and the Blind Prince for PC Launches March 11
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...
AI LIMIT DLC ‘Eirene’s Furnace of War’ Announced
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...
Dino Crisis and Dino Crisis 2 Now Available via Steam
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...