Gaming

The Epic Games Store has launched its final free game giveaways of February 2026. Available to claim for a short time, this week's giveaway includes a title for macOS gamers, too. Epic Games will be offering Boxes: Lost Fragments and My Night Job simultaneously.

Hypixel Studios has released Hytale’s third major early-access update, adding requested quality-of-life improvements such as better sleep notifications, smoother UI navigation, and refinements to inventory and building.

Keebmon’s $679 Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 folding keyboard PC is facing scrutiny in Kickstarter comments, with backers demanding clearer proof-of-hardware, questioning eGPU add-ons, and raising refund and pledge-manager concerns.

Stop Killing Games founder Ross Scott says the campaign to prevent publishers from making purchased games unplayable is gaining momentum, after the EU Citizens’ Initiative “Stop Destroying Videogames” cleared 1.3 million valid signatures and is now headed for a European Commission response by 27 July.

Sea of Remnants is picking up momentum on Steam’s "Trending Upcoming" list ahead of its 2026 launch. The free-to-play pirate RPG will launch with turn-based combat, naval battles, and a reactive open world set across a vast archipelago.

The curator behind the early Boomer Shooter bundles on Humble Bundle has returned. Co-curated with Kirk Collects, this new $17 lineup on Digiphile has seven Steam Deck-playable games that have a retail value of over $126.

You now have the opportunity to enjoy Anno 117: Pax Romana for free. This special offer lets you spend an entire weekend stepping into the role of a Roman city planner and warlord – though not in historical Italy.

The latest retro-themed games collection from Humble Bundle has eight indie games inspired by the classics. It has Steam Deck-playable platformers, action titles, and kart racers with a combined retail value of $141. They can all be scored for just $19.

Valve may be in legal hot water, with New York filing a lawsuit against the gaming giant. The state’s Attorney General contends that loot boxes in Steam games like Counter-Strike 2 legitimize gambling. Players, desperate to acquire rare skins and other cosmetics, spend money irresponsibly.

Microsoft’s February update for the Xbox ecosystem has something in store for every Xbox console—even last-gen ones. Additionally, the ROG Xbox Ally duo also gets some quality-of-life features.

The Xbox app has run amok, plastering smartphone screens with identical messages. Like Microsoft, the platform responsible for the communication has invested heavily in AI. Even so, a developer may have unintentionally distributed the spam without the help of machine learning.

With challenging gameplay, The End Is Nigh is a platformer that plunges you into a chaotic world. Every move must be precise, and you'll have to help your character find his own way while avoiding mutant creatures.

Saints Row design director Chris Stockman says he believes the franchise is effectively “dead,” claiming Embracer Group and its label PLAION asked him for a reboot pitch and then “ghosted” him, leaving the IP dormant after Volition’s 2023 closure.

Asha Sharma’s Xbox gamertag raised some eyebrows due to some achievements and milestones that didn’t seem to match with the account. She has now clarified the same, and also shared overarching plans for the following years at Xbox.

Sony has announced the PlayStation Plus lineup for March 2026. A total of four games will get added to the service soon, including PGA Tour 2K25.

PlayStation’s best-selling racing game motored its way onto an unexpected console. A reliable insider reported that developers experimented with Gran Turismo 7 on the Switch 2. A port for the Nintendo system seems unlikely, but Sony may be hoping to optimize the title for its own PS6 handheld.

The second season of Battlefield 6 launched on February 17 – significantly later than originally planned. The release had initially been scheduled for January but was postponed at short notice. Early impressions of the new content are cautiously optimistic. However, a look at player numbers and community reactions indicates that the shooter’s fundamental problems remain unresolved.

Sudden Strike 4 is the latest installment in the long-running real-time strategy series set during World War II. The title is currently available on Steam at 85% off, marking its lowest price to date.

Netmarble’s The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin is gaining visibility on Steam’s "Trending Upcoming" list ahead of its March 16 debut. The free-to-play title brings open-world exploration, team-based action combat, and an original Tristan-led storyline.

Designed around AMD’s X870 chipset to support Ryzen 7000, 8000, and 9000 series AM5 processors, the Sapphire Pure X870A WiFi 7 is an ATX motherboard with a striking white aesthetic, Wi-Fi 7 connectivity, 5GbE LAN, and 16+2+1 Phase power delivery for high-performance desktop builds.

Secret of Mana: Reborn version 2.5 resurrects two long-cut locations from the 1993 SNES classic, letting players traverse the original Water Palace-to-Neko route and an early Moogle Village reconstructed from pre-release magazine screenshots.

To mark its 30th anniversary, Pokémon is releasing a unique logo for each of its 1,025 pocket monsters, and fans can claim one on X. The campaign serves as a lead-up to Pokémon Day on February 28, when the 10th generation is widely expected to be unveiled alongside additional announcements.

Bethesda has released Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition for the Nintendo Switch 2, its second video game for the console following The Elder Scrolls V. Now available digitally on the eShop, a code-in-box version will arrive in a couple of months.

Crystalfall is currently trending on Steam’s Upcoming charts ahead of its March 2026 early access launch. The free-to-play ARPG has seen rising followers and demo engagement over the past few days, with the number crossing 6K wishlists.

The Legion Y700 Gen 5 is set to launch soon, and so far, the brand has shared some of the core details of the gaming tablet. Now, through new teasers, Lenovo has revealed two gaming-focused AI features that will be available on the device.

Ultrakill is an Early Access, Single-Player First Person Shooter that previously peaked at a mere 28 thousand players on Steam. The addition of the Fraud layer adds four more levels to the game, leaving just two more before it's considered "complete".

A purported revival of the long-dormant Atari Jaguar 3D adventure “Project Owl” has sparked confusion after a forum user shared footage claiming to have restored a “legal copy” found on a collector’s console.

Previously, the PS Store did not disclose how the price of a PS5 game had changed over time. In some regions, the marketplace now lists the launch price of a title. Regardless, critics believe that Sony has a monopoly on digital sales, which may prevent more attractive deals.

Insomniac Games's upcoming Wolverine video game now has a release date. However, there's still a lot we don't know about the new single player Marvel game, such as its price.

With impressive visuals and a vast open world, Sony recognized enormous potential in Crimson Desert. Even so, Pearl Abyss decided against becoming a PS5 exclusive game to secure more revenue. As a result, the March 19th Crimson Desert release date will also include the Xbox and PC.

Nixxes Software has shared the full system requirements for Death Stranding 2: On The Beach. The PC port will also offer a Portable present, designed for gaming handhelds.

Iron Harvest is a real-time strategy game in which you are immersed in Europe after World War I. You must complete various missions with your troops and mechs while using the right strategy to defeat your enemies.

In a patent filed by Sony Interactive, the gaming company shows its intent to allow soft-pause game modes, which will allow gamers to continue their gameplay even when distracted. Of course, this will be possible with the help of AI-assisted tools, and softened difficulty.

Xbox is giving 10 fans an opportunity to visit Tokyo ahead of Forza Horizon 6’s release. For the promotion, the studio has partnered with Sung Kang and the winners will get to take one guest with them.

AMD, Asus, and Lenovo may stop supporting Ryzen Z1 Extreme powered gaming handhelds as far as driver updates are concerned. These devices are not very old so its unfortunate that support is being dropped so early in the life cycle.

After massive backlash from the community, Discord has decided to delay its global age verification rollout to the second half of 2026. The company also plans to add more verification options instead of relying only on government IDs or facial scans.

Some fans expected GTA 6 to acknowledge how many criminals embrace cryptocurrency. Even so, an insider now refutes an earlier report that the game will support these digital payments. Meme Bitcoins inspired by the franchise have surfaced, but Rockstar has kept GTA Online servers crypto-free.

Capcom is releasing Resident Evil Requiem, the ninth instalment in the franchise, to all platforms on February 27. While the ongoing discussion has been mostly leaks, the studio head has shared some great news for Switch 2 owners.

Blizzard is working on bringing Overwatch to mobile. The studio has shared a blog post and a gameplay video showing a ‘Control’ match and showcasing the control mechanics, graphics, and more.

Six Days in Fallujah stands out for its uncompromising realism, tense atmosphere, and documentary-style portrayal of the Iraq War. The co-op shooter is currently 35% off on Steam until March 6, returning to its previous low of around $26.

LG has finally opened preorders for its UltraGear evo 52G930B in the US. Featuring a massive 52-inch screen, the monitor targets both productivity users and gamers with a 5K2K resolution and a fast 240Hz refresh rate but needs a capable GPU to take full advantage of its specs.

Steam Next Fest is facing harsh criticism from players who say the event is crowded with AI-generated and low-effort demos. While Valve does require AI disclosures, users are saying that discoverability and quality control are huge concerns regarding the world's biggest gaming platform.

A recent viral leak sparked excitement among fans, suggesting that a long-awaited standalone Zombies title might finally be released alongside a new main installment of Call of Duty. Activision has since officially denied the rumors, although the clarification may still hint at something promising.

Devolver Digital has announced that its hit video game, Ball x Pit, is coming to iOS and Android devices. The game will be available to try for free, but have a one-time purchase to fully unlock it.

Sorath has announced Devil Daggers II exactly ten years after the original’s 18 February 2016 Steam release, reviving the cult arena shooter renowned for its punishing difficulty.

The PlayStation TV was a short-lived console released in 2013 and discontinued a couple of years later. Now, it is rumored that Sony might be reviving it alongside its upcoming handheld.

A designer of the first Xbox console predicts that Microsoft Gaming will become reliant solely on AI. Seamus Blackley doubts that its new CEO, Asha Sharma, will return the brand to its core principles. Xbox may fade, as it becomes one of many AI-powered endeavors led by Satya Nadella.

Ahead of the official announcement of the March PlayStation Plus free games, a well-known leaker has revealed the lineup’s headliner — a 2025 sports game published by 2K.

After the unexpected leadership shake-up at Xbox, an alleged insider leak is adding to the uncertainty. While new chief Asha Sharma has promised a renewed focus on creativity and hardware following the departures of Phil Spencer and Sarah Bond, the source warns of large-scale layoffs and a bleak future for the Xbox console.