(2/18/2026, 4:26 PM) - BleepingComputer
Microsoft says an Exchange Online issue that mistakenly quarantined legitimate emails last week was triggered by faulty heuristic detection rules designed to block credential phishing campaigns. [...]
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Microsoft: Anti-phishing rules mistakenly blocked emails, Teams messages
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Spotify debuts SeatGeek integration for concert ticket sales
(2/18/2026, 4:22 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsTicketing marketplace SeatGeek has announced a partnership with Spotify that will direct an artist's fans to its platform from the Spotify app. The integration is currently limited to a few participating venues for which SeatGeek is the primary ticket seller. While SeatGeek is one of the largest onl...
Infinix Note Edge debuts in India with a 6,500mAh battery
(2/18/2026, 4:21 PM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesThe Infinix Note Edge 5G, which was unveiled in global markets early last month, has now arrived in India. It is claimed to be the first handset in the country to be powered by the Dimensity 7100 chipset. It claims to have an AnTuTu score of over 7,50,000 and can be configured with up to 8GB of LPD...- Audible’s new ‘Read & Listen’ feature syncs your Kindle ebooks with audiobooks
(2/18/2026, 4:20 PM) - TechCrunchThe feature will require customers to buy both versions of the title, but at a discounted price. 
Gorgeous Pixel Art Cyberpunk Game Replaced Delayed At The Last Minute After Steam Demo Feedback
(2/18/2026, 4:19 PM) - KotakuIt won't be out next month as the indie team polishes the final version- X continues to bet on vertical video with its latest update
(2/18/2026, 4:15 PM) - TechCrunchX's new immersive video player is designed to offer a more mobile-friendly experience, optimized especially for portrait-oriented videos. 
Nintendo Comes After Pokemon Store That Got Robbed
(2/18/2026, 4:09 PM) - GameSpot - Game NewsA New York Pokemon Card store called The Poke Court made headlines earlier this year when it was robbed at gunpoint by thieves who stole over $100,000 in Pokemon cards and merch. Now, The Poke Court has lost its name as well after Nintendo's lawyers contacted the store.On Instagram, the store former...
Music to your ears, literally: Gemini now writes and produces songs
(2/18/2026, 4:00 PM) - Android AuthorityWhile even writing lyrics.- Snapchat+ tops 25M subscribers, driving company’s direct revenue ARR to $1B
(2/18/2026, 4:00 PM) - TechCrunchThe revenue milestone comes as Snap has added additional paid offerings outside of its core Snapchat+ subscription over the past year to diversify its revenue streams. - Google adds music-generation capabilities to the Gemini app
(2/18/2026, 4:00 PM) - TechCrunchUsers will be able to use text, images, and videos as a reference to generate music. 
Poll: What's Your Favourite Gen 5 Pokémon?
(2/18/2026, 4:00 PM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesUnova one.Pokémon turns 30 on 27th February, and in honour of this momentous anniversary, we're running a series of polls leading up to the big day, asking you to vote for your favourite Pokémon from each generation. The nine winners will then go head-to-head in a final poll at the end of the month....
"We weren't really paying attention" The Witcher's lead story designer reveals why the first game's final CG cutscene didn't involve the story team
(2/18/2026, 3:58 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedThe long-awaited remake of the first Witcher game is seemingly on the back-burner as CD Projekt Red has reportedly added support studio Fool's Theory to the massive development effort of The Witcher 4. Moreover, there have been recurring rumours of an all-new Witcher 3 DLC made by the same studio. M...- Leak Hints at Google Testing Face ID-Style Unlock for Pixel 11
(2/18/2026, 3:53 PM) - TechRepublicAndroid Authority leak says Google is testing Project Toscana, an advanced face unlock for Pixel and Chromebooks that works in low light and rivals Face ID. The post Leak Hints at Google Testing Face ID-Style Unlock for Pixel 11 appeared first on TechRepublic. 
Love Samsung leaks? They might be a lot less common with the Galaxy S27
(2/18/2026, 3:52 PM) - Android AuthorityA new Samsung leak has revealed that the manufacturer is trying to.... stop leaks.
The Feds Reportedly Want Discord, Reddit, And Others To Doxx Users Who Criticize ICE
(2/18/2026, 3:50 PM) - KotakuCompanies are being subpoenaed for personal info- Eternal Darkness: Sanity’s Requiem Creator Is Up For Working With Nintendo On A Possible Remaster/Remake
(2/18/2026, 3:47 PM) - News – PlayStation UniverseThe director behind Eternal Darkness: Sanity's Requiem has revealed he would be up for working with Nintendo on a possible remake or remaster of the cult classic horror title. The post Eternal Darkness: Sanity’s Requiem Creator Is Up For Working With Nintendo On A Possible Remaster/Remake appeared f... 
Local Dog Crashes Olympics, Chases Camera, Is Best Boy
(2/18/2026, 3:40 PM) - KotakuNazgul just wanted to hang out with people, and he found some during a cross-country skiing event
Mewgenics is a clear hit reaching over a million sales
(2/18/2026, 3:34 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesA little bit of good news - Mewgenics from Edmund McMillen and Tyler Glaiel is a clear hit, with it recently hitting a big sales milestone.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Cyberpunk platformer Replaced catches another delay for "final tweaks" based on demo feedback
(2/18/2026, 3:30 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedReplaced, the long-in-development dystopian platformer from Sad Cat Studios, has had its release pushed back a little further. The studio have taken on feedback from the demo they recently released on Steam - that's the one which kept surnaming me - and reckon a few more weeks of acting on it are in...
Jacksepticeye Apologizes For Criticizing Life Is Strange 2’s Political Message: ‘I’ve Learned A Great Deal In The Last 8 Years’
(2/18/2026, 3:30 PM) - KotakuDon’t Nod’s adventure game tackles everything from racism to homophobia
Game Delays Should Be Normalized, DayZ Creator Says
(2/18/2026, 3:27 PM) - GameSpot - Game NewsDayZ creator Dean Hall has commented on video game delays, saying they should be normalized and that consumers hold the power to show platform-holders that it's OK to delay a game. Writing on Reddit, Hall said he believes developers have "target fixation" regarding launch timing for their games, and...- Time-Hopping Turn-Based Reptilian Rising Demo Now Available
(2/18/2026, 3:20 PM) - GamersHeroesThe invasion begins today with the new Steam demo for Gregarious Games, Robot Circus, and Numskull Games' retro turn-based roguelite Reptilian Rising. The post Time-Hopping Turn-Based Reptilian Rising Demo Now Available appeared first on GamersHeroes. - Apple Plans AI Pendant, Smart AirPods in Major Wearables Expansion
(2/18/2026, 3:16 PM) - TechRepublicApple is reportedly accelerating AI wearables, including smart glasses, a pin-like pendant, and upgraded AirPods centered on a revamped Siri. The post Apple Plans AI Pendant, Smart AirPods in Major Wearables Expansion appeared first on TechRepublic. 
Hamster's Next 'Console Archives' Game Is Coming Later This Week
(2/18/2026, 3:15 PM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesDezaemon breaks free from the Famicom.Hamster has revealed the next game in its Console Archives line-up, and it's coming out tomorrow, 19th February 2026 (thanks Gematsu!).The next game coming to the Switch 2's eShop is Dezaemon, Athena's 1991 Famicom shmup that allows you to create your very own l...
Prepare For Even Higher SSD Prices As Most 2026 Stock Has Already Been Sold
(2/18/2026, 3:10 PM) - GameSpot - Game NewsIf price increases for SSDs were already becoming difficult to stomach, things are potentially set to become a lot worse throughout the year.Reported by German outlet Heise (and shared by RockPaperShotgun), two out of the three big hard drive manufacturers globally have revealed that all 2026 stock ...- Kana emerges from stealth with $15M to build flexible AI agents for marketers
(2/18/2026, 3:08 PM) - TechCrunchKana, a new AI marketing startup from the founders of Rapt and Krux, has raised $15 million to build customizable, agent-based marketing tools. 
If you can't beat AI, become one in Hooded Horse strategy RPG Heart of the Machine, which hits 1.0 release in March
(2/18/2026, 3:08 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedWhy is everything rolling sideways on my desk all of a sudden? What’s this mysterious force, dragging my chair towards the wall? Why are all the cars in the vicinity tumbling and rolling in the direction of *checks press release* ...North Carolina, USA? It can only be gravitational disturbance cause...
Minecraft Java is switching from OpenGL to Vulkan for the Vibrant Visuals update
(2/18/2026, 3:03 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesWork continues for the Vibrant Visuals update to come to Minecraft Java, and as part of that they're switching the rendering from OpenGL to Vulkan.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.- 11 indie gems to look forward to in 2026
(2/18/2026, 3:01 PM) - PlayStation.BlogThis year is promising some great PlayStation 5 games – our Most Wanted Games of Early 2026 is easy proof of that. But we’re only just getting started. There’s so much more on the way, and with PS5 not only home to the biggest releases but also an exciting hotbed of super cool indie titles, […] 
The Pixel 10a is here, but I’m not upgrading
(2/18/2026, 3:00 PM) - Android AuthorityThere aren't enough upgrades to convince me to ditch my Pixel 9a.
The Pixel 10a brings a welcome connectivity upgrade over Pixel 9a
(2/18/2026, 3:00 PM) - Android AuthorityThe Pixel 10a shares a lot in common with the Pixel 9a, but the new phone brings a major cellular hardware upgrade.
You can get the Pixel 10a for free at Verizon, but here’s the catch
(2/18/2026, 3:00 PM) - Android AuthorityVerizon’s Pixel 10a deal comes with a three-year price guarantee.
Pixel 10a vs Pixel 10: Google made this decision easy for me
(2/18/2026, 3:00 PM) - Android AuthorityFlat back aside, the Pixel 10a skips the features that actually matter.
These new Pixel Buds 2a colors are a perfect match for the Pixel 10a’s new shades
(2/18/2026, 3:00 PM) - Android AuthorityPairing well with Pixel 10a's "Fog" and "Berry" colorways.
5 reasons I’d get the the Pixel 10a over the Galaxy S25 FE
(2/18/2026, 3:00 PM) - Android AuthorityIt might be an encore, but Google’s new mid-ranger still makes more sense than Samsung’s Fan Edition.
I checked out the Pixel 10a, and Google played it ‘Berry’ safe
(2/18/2026, 3:00 PM) - Android AuthorityThe Pixel 10a doesn't reinvent the wheel, but carefully refines Google's proven mid-range formula.
Download the Google Pixel 10a wallpapers here
(2/18/2026, 3:00 PM) - Android AuthorityThere are 5 of them to choose from.
Like it or not, Google will throttle your Pixel 10a battery and charging speed over time
(2/18/2026, 3:00 PM) - Android AuthorityGoogle's Battery Health Assistance feature is once again mandatory on a new Pixel phone.
Pixel 10a is the first A series Pixel to inherit Google’s most rebellious Android trick
(2/18/2026, 3:00 PM) - Android AuthorityThe $499 Pixel 10a is now the first mid-ranger to support Quick Share-AirDrop file transfers.- The Google Pixel 10a is here: Everything to know before you get your pre-order in
(2/18/2026, 3:00 PM) - Android AuthorityCamera bump? Where we're going, we don't *need* camera bumps. 
Google Pixel 10a arrives with old Tensor G4, faster charging and the same price
(2/18/2026, 3:00 PM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesThe Google Pixel 10a uses more recycled material than any previous Pixel a phone. Alas, this also extends to the specs since it’s mostly the same device as the Pixel 9a. We’ll get to that in a second, first let’s look at 10a’s green credentials. It’s the first in the a-series to use recycled cobalt,...- This former Microsoft PM thinks she can unseat CyberArk in 18 months
(2/18/2026, 3:00 PM) - TechCrunchThough crowded, the identity management market seems eager for new solutions, and Venice is finding traction. 
The Crew Motorfest's New Hot Wheels-Style Island Is Free On Xbox & Game Pass Next Month
(2/18/2026, 3:00 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsUbisoft's open-world racer gets another free map expansion.The Crew Motorfest Season 09 arrives next month, and this latest update to the Ubisoft open-world racer adds a new island to the mix that's channelling some serious Forza Horizon Hot Wheels energy here.Ironically named 'Playground Island', t...
Google Pixel 10a vs. Pixel 9a: What's changed and which one should you buy?
(2/18/2026, 3:00 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsNow that pre-orders are open for the Google Pixel 10a, it’s time to see how it stacks up against last year’s Pixel 9a. At first glance, the two phones look very similar, and that’s not a bad thing. Google hasn’t tried to reinvent its budget-friendly formula this year, sticking to the same compact de...
Google's $500 Pixel 10a smartphone arrives on March 5
(2/18/2026, 3:00 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsGoogle debuted the Pixel 10a phone today. Pre-orders are open now and the smartphone will be available starting March 5. Although it's the new 2026 addition to the A series lineup, the Pixel 10a invites many comparisons with last year's Pixel 9a. For starters, the price is identical at $499. Design-...
Pixel 10a hands-on: Google locks down the midrange phone game
(2/18/2026, 3:00 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsGoogle's A-series phones have offered some of the best value among midrange handsets for years, and after checking out the new Pixel 10a, I don't see that trend stopping anytime soon.Let's start with the specs. Starting at just $499, you get a vivid 6.3-inch OLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate and...
M5 iPad Pro Hits New Record Low Prices on Amazon, Starting at $799.99
(2/18/2026, 2:56 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageApple's 11-inch M5 iPad Pro has hit new all-time low prices today on Amazon, starting at $799.99 for the 256GB Wi-Fi 11-inch iPad Pro, down from $999.00. As of writing, we're only tracking low prices on the 11-inch model of the M5 iPad Pro. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. Whe...
Highguard Devs ‘Focused On Delivering Updates’ Amid Radio Silence
(2/18/2026, 2:51 PM) - KotakuThe game's website being down is 'low priority'
The Most Competitive Swim Of Your Life Is Now A Video Game
(2/18/2026, 2:49 PM) - GameSpot - Game NewsAt some point in your life, you'll realize that you won the ultimate race, with the grand prize being your very existence. Wouldn't that make for an interesting video game? It's a concept that indie developer Valentin Wirth has run wild with, as they recently unveiled a first look at Become, a 3D pl...
Survey confirms nobody’s using Spotify for the audiobooks
(2/18/2026, 2:48 PM) - Android AuthorityOnly about 8 percent of our readers say they listen to books through Spotify.- Microsoft says Office bug exposed customers’ confidential emails to Copilot AI
(2/18/2026, 2:44 PM) - TechCrunchMicrosoft said the bug meant that its Copilot AI chatbot was reading and summarizing paying customers' confidential emails, bypassing data protection policies. 
Dead by Daylight horror film adaptation in the works with Blumhouse and Atomic Monster
(2/18/2026, 2:41 PM) - VideoGamerThe Dead by Daylight film adaptation is officially back from the grave, with horror titans Blumhouse and Atomic Monster finally securing a writing team to helm the project. It’s the latest move in a massive industrial shift seeing franchises like John Wick and The Last of Us jump between gaming and ...
Unity CEO says an upcoming Beta will allow people to "prompt full casual games into existence"
(2/18/2026, 2:40 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesThe generative AI expansion continues, with the Unity game engine being turned into a slop-making machine with an upcoming update.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Polestar unveils a station wagon version of the 4
(2/18/2026, 2:40 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsPolestar is gearing up to launch three new models in the next two years, including a station wagon (estate or shooting brake) version of the Polestar 4 that harkens back to the company's Volvo roots. The Geely-owned Swedish company sold a record 61,000 EVs in 2025, but hopes that the new models will...- Replaced Release Date Delayed Again, Less Than a Month From Launch
(2/18/2026, 2:36 PM) - IGN AllReplaced developer Sad Cat Studios has announced a delay to its 2.5D cyberpunk game, just three weeks shy of its planned launch. 
Snake Eyes Game Remains In Development, But Its Developer Just Closed
(2/18/2026, 2:36 PM) - GameSpot - Game NewsDeveloper Atomic Arcade's new G.I. Joe game focused on Snake Eyes remains in development following upheaval at the studio that included the closure of the entire studio.Hasbro, which owns the IP and the studio, said in a statement to Wccftech that the game is "not canceled." However, changes are und...- Amazon Officially Drops Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Booster Boxes to Just $125.99 to Preorder, Just Weeks Before Release
(2/18/2026, 2:35 PM) - IGN AllLooking to pick up Magic's new TMNT set? Amazon has finally set the price of the Play Booster Box, and it's lower than we expected. - OpenAI pushes into higher education as India seeks to scale AI skills
(2/18/2026, 2:32 PM) - TechCrunchOpenAI says its India education partnerships aim to reach more than 100,000 students, faculty and staff over the next year. 
Almost A Decade Later, The Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild Is Still Getting Updated
(2/18/2026, 2:30 PM) - GameSpot - Game NewsNintendo has rolled out a new update for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild on Switch and Switch 2. The patch brings the open-world title up to version 1.9 on both platforms, with the focus on improving "the gameplay experience." Keep in mind that the nearly nine-year-old game won't be updated ...
Call of Duty ad banned in the UK for trivializing sexual violence
(2/18/2026, 2:18 PM) - gamedeveloperThe live action advert was first broadcast in November 2025 on YouTube and on-demand services.
How would a Resident Evil 5 remake even work?
(2/18/2026, 2:16 PM) - VideoGamerIf Capcom did remake Resident Evil 5, what would it even look like? As they can’t just make the same game that was released in 2009.
Replaced, The Long-In-Development Cyberpunk Action Game, Has Been Delayed Again
(2/18/2026, 2:14 PM) - GameSpot - Game NewsDespite getting a release date last year after years in development, Replaced is being pushed back once again just a few weeks before its launch.Thankfully, this latest delay for the cyberpunk thriller is just a few short weeks, with a new date of April 14. The team at Sad Cat Studios says it is add...- Pearl Abyss Confirms Crimson Desert Features Voice Acting By Actual Humans Across Multiple Languages
(2/18/2026, 2:13 PM) - News – PlayStation UniverseCrimson Desert features voice acting by humans without any application of AI, Pearl Abyss has confirmed. What's more, it features support for multiple languages. The post Pearl Abyss Confirms Crimson Desert Features Voice Acting By Actual Humans Across Multiple Languages appeared first on PlayStati... 
Three of the biggest password managers are vulnerable to 'a cornucopia of practical attacks' say security researchers
(2/18/2026, 2:12 PM) - Latest from PC GamerBut post-its aren't the way either.
NordVPN deal: Get two years of the Complete plan for 70 percent off
(2/18/2026, 2:05 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsNordVPN is offering a significant discount on its two-year plans, with 70 percent off its Complete tier and up to 74 percent off overall. For the Complete tier, the deal brings the total cost down to $130 for 24 months. NordVPN regularly appears on Engadget’s list of the best VPN services thanks to ...- Data breach at fintech firm Figure affects nearly 1 million accounts
(2/18/2026, 2:01 PM) - BleepingComputerHackers have stolen the personal and contact information of nearly 1 million accounts after breaching the systems of Figure Technology Solutions, a self-described blockchain-native financial technology company. [...] - Canva gets to $4B in revenue as LLM referral traffic rises
(2/18/2026, 2:00 PM) - TechCrunchThe creative company's monthly active users increased 20%, growth that was partially propelled by adoption of its AI tools. - World Labs lands $200M from Autodesk to bring world models into 3D workflows
(2/18/2026, 2:00 PM) - TechCrunchThe partnership will see the two companies exploring how World Labs’ models can work alongside Autodesk’s tools, and vice versa, starting with a focus on entertainment use cases. 
"We need just a few more weeks" - highly-anticipated cyberpunk platformer Replaced gets delayed into April
(2/18/2026, 2:00 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedReplaced, the highly-anticipated cyberpunk platformer from Sad Cat Studios, has been delayed. Read more
Kirby Creator’s Joke Is So Dark Even Kirby Might Spit It Out
(2/18/2026, 2:00 PM) - GameSpot - Game NewsKirby creator Masahiro Sakurai recently posted some snaps of his meal at one of Japan's Kirby Cafes, and it wasn't long before he pulled a knife on his favorite child. Things started innocently enough, with a few pictures of what looks like a delicious meal themed around the adorable pink blob:カービィカ...
Google I/O 2026 scheduled for May 19-20
(2/18/2026, 1:54 PM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesGoogle’s annual developer conference is taking place on May 19-20. As usual, the event will be held at the Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View, California and is scheduled to kick off on May 19 at 10AM PT (5PM UTC). Google confirmed that it will be livestreaming all keynotes, demos and developer...
Battlefield 6 Season 2 is finally out now, and while the new map is being praised, players are having trouble with gas masks
(2/18/2026, 1:49 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedDespite what confused Call of Duty players who changed teams would have you believe, Battlefield 6 is a notable modern military FPS that's doing fine a few months in, usual bumps in the road included. Now, Season 2 has finally arrived following a delay, and it's kickstarted new positive and negative...- Turn Your Expertise Into Published Books Using Advanced AI Technology
(2/18/2026, 1:47 PM) - TechRepublicAivolut uses GPT-5 and Claude to help professionals create full-length, KDP-ready manuscripts in minutes. The post Turn Your Expertise Into Published Books Using Advanced AI Technology appeared first on TechRepublic. 
Low-Cost MacBook Expected on March 4 in These Colors
(2/18/2026, 1:42 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageApple will announce its rumored low-cost MacBook at its event on March 4, with the device coming in a selection of bold color options, according to a known leaker. Earlier this week, Apple announced a "special Apple Experience" for the media in New York, London, and Shanghai, taking place on Ma...- This Tool Lets You Send Voice Emails Directly From Gmail and Outlook
(2/18/2026, 1:41 PM) - TechRepublicChorde embeds playable voice notes directly into emails, no downloads needed, now $59.99 for a lifetime sub. The post This Tool Lets You Send Voice Emails Directly From Gmail and Outlook appeared first on TechRepublic. 
Marathon Open Beta Has Special Rewards For Xbox And PC Users, Too
(2/18/2026, 1:41 PM) - GameSpot - Game NewsDuring the recent State of Play, Bungie announced that its upcoming shooter Marathon will offer PlayStation users special weapon charms for taking part in the open beta. There will also be weapon charms for Xbox and PC players, Bungie has clarified."We'll have weapons charms for Steam and Xbox playe...
NZXT's latest mini-ITX PC case looks seriously nifty, I'm just not sure how I'm going to afford the RAM for the build...
(2/18/2026, 1:40 PM) - Latest from PC GamerIf you want a desktop PC that actually fits on your desktop...- Kojima Productions CTO Explains Why It Picked The Decima Engine For Death Stranding & Its Sequel
(2/18/2026, 1:35 PM) - News – PlayStation UniverseGuerrilla Games' Decima Engine was used for Kojima Productions' Death Stranding and its sequel, and the company's tech boss has explained why it decided to go with this engine in particular. The post Kojima Productions CTO Explains Why It Picked The Decima Engine For Death Stranding & Its Sequel app... 
Former Diablo devs release demo for their Diablo 2-style action-RPG Darkhaven, but warn of "rough edges"
(2/18/2026, 1:28 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedMoon Beast have released a pre-alpha demo for their action-RPG Darkhaven. You know, the one from the former Blizzard North devs, which harkens back to Diablo 2 while stirring in a dynamic world and terrain destruction reminiscent of Minecraft. I did a big interview feature about it. Now, you can pla...
New users can get one year of access to Monarch Money for 50 percent off
(2/18/2026, 1:25 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsA good budgeting app can make it much easier to see where your money is actually going, and one of our top picks is 50 percent off right now. Monarch Money is running a deal for new users that cuts the price of its annual plan in half. With the code MONARCHVIP, you’ll pay $50 for one year of access ...
Arc Raiders Dev Explains Why It Takes So Long To Ban Cheaters
(2/18/2026, 1:16 PM) - GameSpot - Game NewsEarlier this month, a duplication glitch in Arc Raiders left the door open for cheaters to run wild and duplicate almost any item in the game. Now that the glitch has been patched out, developer Embark Studios has explained why it didn't immediately act and what the consequences will be for the play...
10 Reasons to Wait for Apple's iPhone 18 Pro
(2/18/2026, 1:12 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageApple's iPhone development roadmap runs several years into the future and the company is continually working with suppliers on several successive iPhone models at the same time, which is why we often get rumored features months ahead of launch. The iPhone 18 series is no different, and we already ha...
Yes, Chinese DRAM is fine for gaming but don't think for one moment that any of it is a bargain
(2/18/2026, 1:10 PM) - Latest from PC GamerBut if you can find something that's reasonably priced, by all means grab it while you can.- Pokémon Card Store That Made Headlines After Customers Held at Gunpoint Now Hit by Nintendo Request to Rebrand
(2/18/2026, 1:09 PM) - IGN AllA New York Pokémon card store is being forced to rebrand by Nintendo, after suffering a frightening armed robbery that gained it media attention. 
Everyone should get into birdwatching, and as a birdwatching devotee, here are the 4 upcoming birding games on Steam I'm keeping tabs on
(2/18/2026, 1:07 PM) - Latest from PC GamerFly from biome to biome and see what you can find.
Nothing Phone 4a leak reveals how much more expensive the new phones will be
(2/18/2026, 1:02 PM) - Android AuthorityThe new Nothing phones will be more expensive than last year's models, but what are you getting in return?- India’s Sarvam wants to bring its AI models to feature phones, cars and smart glasses
(2/18/2026, 1:01 PM) - TechCrunchThe company is using edge models that take up only megabytes of space, can run on most phones with existing processors, and can work offline. 
Mario Tennis Fever Is The Definition Of A Meh Video Game
(2/18/2026, 1:00 PM) - KotakuA barebones and boring Mario sports game for only the biggest fans of arcade-y tennis- Heron Power raises $140M to ramp production of grid-altering tech
(2/18/2026, 1:00 PM) - TechCrunchTesla alumni Drew Baglino raises a large round to build a giga-scale factory, this time at his own startup. 
Highguard Website Goes Offline Following Mass Layoffs At The Game's Studio
(2/18/2026, 1:00 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsIs this the beginning of the end?Last week, we found out that a "core group" of developers are left working on Highguard following mass layoffs at Wildlight Entertainment - and it's now been discovered that the game's official website has gone offline, sparking further fears for the game's future.In...
Review: BlazBlue Entropy Effect X (Switch) - A Remarkably Over-Ambitious Roguelike That Goes Deep
(2/18/2026, 1:00 PM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesHe fights for the Users.Entropy, a scientific concept defined by randomness and disorder, is a fitting name for a roguelike.Since BlazBlue began as a fighting game series it’s seen a multitude of spin-offs, now finding itself in the realm of 2D platform action and roguelike principles. Its whopping ...
I'm surprised how far 1440p IPS monitors have dropped in price: Here's one for just $130 and it's got a 180 Hz refresh rate
(2/18/2026, 12:57 PM) - Latest from PC GamerThat's a pretty snappy screen.
vivo V70 FE design and specs leaked, said to offer 200MP rear camera
(2/18/2026, 12:56 PM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesvivo is all set to unveil the V70 Elite and V70 in India tomorrow. However, the lineup is also expected to include a V70 FE model, which could see a launch at a later date. New details about the FE variant, including its design, have now surfaced online. The vivo V70 FE appears to feature a pill-sh...- Indian AI lab Sarvam’s new models are a major bet on the viability of open-source AI
(2/18/2026, 12:55 PM) - TechCrunchThe new lineup includes 30-billion and 105-billion parameter models; a text-to-speech model; a speech-to-text model; and a vision model to parse documents. 
Hytale gets a huge Patch 3 update with Animal Taming, Map Markers and lots of new content
(2/18/2026, 12:45 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesHypixel Studios continue building up Hytale during Early Access with Patch 3 out now that adds in a ridiculous amount of additions to the game.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Federal court rules that OpenAI must stop using the term 'Cameo'
(2/18/2026, 12:45 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsCameo, the platform where celebrities sell short, personalized videos, has scored a preliminary win in a trademark lawsuit against OpenAI. A California judge has ruled that the AI company's video generation tool Sora cannot use the term 'cameo' or any variation likely to cause confusion. A temporary...- People Are Arguing Over Whether Crimson Desert Is an RPG and It's Not Even Out Yet
(2/18/2026, 12:45 PM) - IGN AllIs Crimson Desert an RPG? Does it even matter? What is an RPG anyway? Those are questions sparked by the hotly anticipated “open-world action-adventure” game as it nears release, and it’s fair to say there is a variety of opinion. - Bethesda Deploys Patch to Address The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim Nintendo Switch 2 Performance Woes
(2/18/2026, 12:44 PM) - IGN AllBethesda has issued a new patch to address issues plaguing The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim's Nintendo Switch 2 port. - Silent Hill Townfall Will Launch As A PS5 Console Exclusive, Confirms Official Website
(2/18/2026, 12:42 PM) - News – PlayStation UniverseThe official website for Silent Hill Townfall has confirmed the game is releasing as a PS5 console exclusive. The post Silent Hill Townfall Will Launch As A PS5 Console Exclusive, Confirms Official Website appeared first on PlayStation Universe. 
The demo of Sucker for Love: Crush Landing is the gentle reminder I needed that dating an eldritch god wouldn't be straightforward, actually
(2/18/2026, 12:37 PM) - Latest from PC GamerSometimes you've got to be willing to put in the work.- The Big Bang Theory Star Kunal Nayyar Reveals He Likes to Visit GoFundMe at Night and 'Just Pay Random Families' Medical Bills'
(2/18/2026, 12:35 PM) - IGN AllKunal Nayyar has said he's spending some of millions he made playing Raj Koothrappali in The Big Bang Theory to anonymously pay random people's medical bills. - DG Matrix raises $60M to make data center power smarter
(2/18/2026, 12:30 PM) - TechCrunchThe startup is making solid-state transformers capable of intelligently aggregating power from a number of different sources before sending it to data center racks. 
Battlefield 6 sets out to rally flagging player numbers with a big dose of hallucinatory gas
(2/18/2026, 12:28 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedBattlefield 6’s Season 2 thunders onto PC today, a three-month festival of Battlefoolery that begins with a new map, Contaminated, new modes for the Redsec battle royale component, a dinky yet deadly helicopter, and some new guns and gadgets. The EA shooter’s Steam playerbase has slumped following i...
You can now play Avowed as Small Person With Big Magic Stick
(2/18/2026, 12:20 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedAvowed now has a bunch more possibilities when it comes to one of the most important fantasy RPG build archetypes, thanks to the deployment of its anniversary update. Three new character races are on offer alongside the established humans and elves, and you can arm them with a quarterstaff which cat...
Want to play a 20-minute visual novel starring idols who also happen to be cleaning products? Yes? Then Souji Souai LOVE is for you
(2/18/2026, 12:17 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedToday, in News I Didn't Expect To Ever Write, I bring to you Souji Souai LOVE, a free game by chemical and cosmetics giant Kao Corporation that stars idols, only the idols are cleaning products. As in... their heads are bottles of detergent and other products. Japan once again proves its marketing g...
Prepare for HDD availability trouble as they're getting sold out too
(2/18/2026, 12:14 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesComponent shortages are increasing thanks to the AI boom, and if you were thinking you could fall back on traditional HDDs - you would be wrong.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.- Weapons Director Zach Cregger Given 'Carte Blanche to Do Whatever' With Resident Evil, Creating a Movie Not Expected to Feature Any Familiar Story or Characters
(2/18/2026, 12:12 PM) - IGN AllZach Cregger, director of Weapons and Barbarian, was given complete "carte blanche to do whatever he wanted" with the Resident Evil franchise. 
Deadlock's snazziest rich boy, Apollo, gets struck down by a bunch of nerfs after terrorising matches: 'Yoshi took him out back'
(2/18/2026, 12:12 PM) - Latest from PC GamerNerfed in Flawless Advance.- 'Nobody Is Safe' — The Boys Star Karl Urban Teases Big Character Deaths Right From the Start of Season 5
(2/18/2026, 12:08 PM) - IGN AllThe Boys Season 5 is set to bring the hugely popular Prime Video series to an end and fans are wondering which characters will die and which will survive. According to Karl Urban, who plays Billy Butcher, character deaths will come thick and fast — and "nobody is safe." 
Windows 11 is getting a handy internet speed test built right into the taskbar
(2/18/2026, 12:03 PM) - Latest from PC GamerPlus a load of other quite welcome tweaks, fixes and enhancements.- Microsoft says bug causes Copilot to summarize confidential emails
(2/18/2026, 12:03 PM) - BleepingComputerMicrosoft says a Microsoft 365 Copilot bug has been causing the AI assistant to summarize confidential emails since late January, bypassing data loss prevention (DLP) policies that organizations rely on to protect sensitive information. [...] 
Marathon Open Beta Dates Revealed as Bungie Prepares March 5 Release
(2/18/2026, 11:58 AM) - VideoGamerBungie has officially dated the open beta for Marathon, confirming that curious players can dive into the revived sci-fi universe for completely free starting February 26. This “Server Slam,” as the studio insists on calling it, marks the first time the general public gets hands-on access across PS5...
Marathon isn't just favouring PlayStation players with exclusive cosmetics; Xbox and Steam players promised bonus loot, too
(2/18/2026, 11:58 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedAfter showing off a selection of PlayStation-exclusive charms for in-game weapons, the Marathon social media account has indicated that similar charms will be coming to other platforms like PC and Xbox. Read more
Samsung teases AI image editing features ahead of S26 series launch
(2/18/2026, 11:57 AM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesGalaxy Unpacked is exactly one week away and Samsung is going all in on the teasers. The latest ones are all about Galaxy AI and the new image editing features that are coming to the native Galaxy camera app. Samsung is going all in on AI imaging by incorporating more creative tools inside the nati...
Experimental code ready for testing to enable HDMI 2.1 FRL with AMDGPU on Linux
(2/18/2026, 11:55 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesUnfortunately, the HDMI Forum refused to allow HDMI 2.1+ features in the open source driver, but that hasn't stopped one developer.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
The Internet Isn’t Safe For Resident Evil Requiem Fans Right Now
(2/18/2026, 11:50 AM) - GameSpot - Game NewsResident Evil Requiem looks set to end the month on a high note, and if you're looking to dig into the new mainline chapter's gory lore, now might be a good time to log off. Reports are coming in that physical editions of the new survival-horror game have made their way into the hands of players ahe...- 'I'd Like to Not Be Weird Spectral Phantoms in These Children's Lives' — Daniel Radcliffe Says Don't Ask the New Harry Potter TV Show Kids About Him
(2/18/2026, 11:47 AM) - IGN AllHarry Potter movie star Daniel Radcliffe has said that the franchise's new TV actors should be allowed to "get on with it" — without people asking about himself, Rupert Grint or Emma Watson. - Amazon Shelves Blue Jay Warehouse Robot Months After Its Debut
(2/18/2026, 11:46 AM) - TechRepublicAmazon just killed its newest robot. Here’s what went wrong. The post Amazon Shelves Blue Jay Warehouse Robot Months After Its Debut appeared first on TechRepublic. 
Minecraft has revealed its final batch of baby mobs ahead of the spring update, and they might be the cutest ones yet
(2/18/2026, 11:43 AM) - Latest from PC GamerMy heart can't take any more.- Tencent Was Reportedly The ‘Lead Financial Backer’ For Highguard Dev Wildlight Entertainment
(2/18/2026, 11:42 AM) - News – PlayStation UniverseTencent has been named in a new report as the 'lead financial backer' of Highguard developer Wildlight Entertainment. The post Tencent Was Reportedly The ‘Lead Financial Backer’ For Highguard Dev Wildlight Entertainment appeared first on PlayStation Universe. 
Perplexity Abandons AI Advertising Strategy Over Trust Worries
(2/18/2026, 11:40 AM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageAI company Perplexity is stepping away from advertising over concerns that it will erode user trust, despite moves by rivals to introduce ads as an alternative money-making strategy. Perplexity was one of the first AI services to embrace ads in 2024, after it ran tests where sponsored answers a...- Konami Quietly Removes Original Versions of Metal Gear Solid 4 and Peace Walker From Sale After Collection Vol. 2 Announcement
(2/18/2026, 11:39 AM) - IGN AllKonami has removed two Metal Gear games, Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker, from digital storefronts, following the Collection Vol. 2 announcement. 
Google will soon address NotebookLM’s clutter problem
(2/18/2026, 11:38 AM) - Android AuthorityLetting your organize your notebooks for better visibility.
Godot Engine suffering from lots of "AI slop" code submissions
(2/18/2026, 11:36 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesThe Godot Engine team recently posted about more issues with "AI slop", including various pull requests that have become a big drain on resources.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Project Windless Is A Sword-Wielding Chicken RPG From PUBG's Parent Company - Everything We Know
(2/18/2026, 11:33 AM) - GameSpot - Game NewsDuring Sony's recent State of Play, the company made a series of big announcements, including the reveal of the next game from PUBG owner Krafton. Project Windless, as it's known for now, is an open-world action RPG in the works for PC and PS5 (and possibly other console platforms) that is inspired ...
Highguard Studio Was Backed By Tencent, Reports Say
(2/18/2026, 11:32 AM) - GameSpot - Game NewsSince the tumultuous reveal of Highguard during 2025's The Game Awards, there's been a question as to where the funding for the game's studio, Wildlight Entertainment, came from. Multiple new reports point to Tencent being among the backers.According to The Game Business and Game File, Chinese inter...
Hytale Adds Animal Taming And More In Another Ambitious Update
(2/18/2026, 11:31 AM) - GameSpot - Game NewsDespite releasing in early access just last month, Hytale is already on its third major update, bringing new content and features including animal taming, a new fire spread system, and more.The biggest new feature arriving in Hytale is animal taming, a new system that will allow players to tame some...
Resident Evil Requiem pre-order bonuses and Deluxe Edition content revealed
(2/18/2026, 11:27 AM) - VideoGamerResident Evil Requiem pre-order bonuses and Deluxe Edition contents have been confirmed, offering early buyers a glimpse at the cosmetic treats awaiting them when the game drops in late February. According to a report from VICE, Capcom is sticking to a streamlined approach for early purchases while ...
Pokémon Pokopia's secret weapon? Dragon Quest Builders 2 creatives who decided they could "contribute" to Game Freak's original idea
(2/18/2026, 11:26 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedPokémon Pokopia is almost here, and we're confident it might be a hit, especially after learning Minecraft-like persistent servers are part of the game. Now we're just hoping it delivers on all its promise when it launches on 5th March. Wanna get more hyped tho? Read more
SSD prices in yet more trouble as two of the biggest hard drive makers have already sold out their 2026 stock
(2/18/2026, 11:25 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedAmid soaring SSD prices, slower-but-cheaper mechanical hard drives may have offered an attractive reprieve for anyone wanting to embiggen their PC storage on a – and I know it’s increasingly difficult to use this word without breaking down into desperate laugh-crying – budget. Unfortunately, that pr...
Tesla stops using 'Autopilot' to promote its EVs in California
(2/18/2026, 11:25 AM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsTesla has stopped using the term “Autopilot” to sell its cars in California, thereby avoiding a 30-day sales and manufacturing ban in the state. If you’ll recall, a California administrative law judge ruled in December that the automaker misled consumers by using the terms “Autopilot” and “Full Self...
NVIDIA recommended driver 580.126.18 released for Linux
(2/18/2026, 11:08 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesNVIDIA released their latest recommended driver for Linux with version 580.126.18 out now.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Avowed was overlooked - it's a double-A blast of gaming sunshine
(2/18/2026, 11:02 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedI feel for Avowed. It's a bit like an athlete that goes to an Olympics and makes it to a final but doesn't place. It's a great achievement, a success by many people's standards, but history doesn't care. Read more
Samsung and Apple’s “wide” Folds prove that the Pixel Fold was visionary
(2/18/2026, 11:00 AM) - Android AuthorityThe original Google Pixel Fold was released a few years too early, but the market is finally ready for it.
Survey shows most of you had no clue about this useful Samsung audio feature
(2/18/2026, 11:00 AM) - Android AuthoritySamsung has offered this feature since 2019, but most polled readers had no idea it existed.
Meta will run AI in WhatsApp through NVIDIA's 'confidential computing'
(2/18/2026, 11:00 AM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsMeta just announced a deal to buy "millions" of NVIDIA Blackwell and Rubin GPUs in a new long-term partnership. As part of that, the social media giant will deploy NVIDIA's Confidential Computing for WhatsApp, "enabling AI-powered capabilities across the messaging platform while ensuring user data c...
Avowed Xbox Anniversary Update Now Live, Here's Everything Included In Patch 2.0
(2/18/2026, 11:00 AM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsPlayable with Game Pass Premium and Ultimate!Avowed is now a year old on Xbox Series X|S and PC, and to celebrate the game's one-year anniversary, the team at Obsidian Entertainment has dropped its big 2.0 patch - featuring New Game+, new playable species', custom difficulty options and more.So, we'...
Nothing Phone (4a) series specs, colors, and pricing leaked
(2/18/2026, 10:58 AM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesNothing recently announced the launch date for its upcoming Phone (4a) series. The company is expected to unveil the Phone (4a) and Phone (4a) Pro at the event. Ahead of the launch, a leak has revealed the phones’ pricing, specifications, and color options. According to the leak, the Nothing Phone ...- Monster Hunter Wilds Update 1.041.00 Adds Arch-Tempered Arkveld, New Equipment & Love For A Hero Side Mission; Full Patch Notes Listed
(2/18/2026, 10:57 AM) - News – PlayStation UniverseRead the Monster Hunter Wilds update 1.041.00 patch notes from Capcom for the latest additions to the game. The post Monster Hunter Wilds Update 1.041.00 Adds Arch-Tempered Arkveld, New Equipment & Love For A Hero Side Mission; Full Patch Notes Listed appeared first on PlayStation Universe. 
In an increasingly AI-filled world, it's refreshing to learn Crimson Desert is fully voiced by actual, human people
(2/18/2026, 10:54 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedCrimson Desert will be fully voiced by humans, Pearl Abyss's marketing director has assured in a recent interview. Read more- Glendale man gets 5 years in prison for role in darknet drug ring
(2/18/2026, 10:50 AM) - BleepingComputerA Glendale man was sentenced to nearly five years in federal prison for his role in a darknet drug trafficking operation that sold cocaine, methamphetamine, MDMA, and ketamine to customers across the United States. [...] 
Samsung is finally resuming Play System updates on recent Galaxy phones
(2/18/2026, 10:46 AM) - Android AuthorityNot seeing a new Play System update on your recent Galaxy phone? You might have to check again in a few days.
Skyrim's Nintendo Switch 2 port gets proper Performance and Quality modes, finally fixing the mess it was at launch
(2/18/2026, 10:43 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedThe Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim getting a native Nintendo Switch 2 version was one of those no-brainers we expected to see as soon as the console launched, yet it took more than a few months to arrive, and when it finally did, it was a mess. What happened there? It's a game from 2011, for Talos' sake. R...- 'We've Got Some Ideas' — Chris Hemsworth Confirms Thor Future Following Avengers: Doomsday
(2/18/2026, 10:42 AM) - IGN AllMarvel star Chris Hemsworth has confirmed there are plans for him to still play Thor "a couple of times" after this year's Avengers: Doomsday. 
Monster Hunter Wilds just got its final update (until the DLC, at least) and it's pretty significant: here are the full patch notes
(2/18/2026, 10:35 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedRight, hope you're ready to sit down and focus on one version of the game for a while, because Monster Hunter Wilds just received patch 1.041 - the last patch until the DLC - and it's a pretty hefty one. Buckle up. Read more
Star Trek: Voyager - Across the Unknown's survival RPG retelling inspires many emotions, but mostly makes me feel old
(2/18/2026, 10:20 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedBack when Star Trek: Voyager – Across the Unknown was announced, we knocked it for offering zappy muzak in place of the TV show’s official theme. Gamexcite and Daedalic have added the theme, now, and I sort of wish they hadn’t. “Help!” I screeched to my bedroom walls, as the rousingly sorrowful open...
"Step into the shoes of NPC man" with this Fallout New Vegas mod that lets you get faction cronies to do your dirty work
(2/18/2026, 10:17 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedRubbing shoulders with factions is a big part of the Fallout: New Vegas charm, even if it often devolves into you doing a bunch of favours if you don't want to risk ending up on the vilified naughty list for one too many accidental grenade pickpocktings. You do get some nice perks for keeping the li...- God Of War 2018 & God Of War Ragnarok Have Pulled In A Combined $1.4 Billion In Revenue
(2/18/2026, 10:08 AM) - News – PlayStation UniverseA Sony Santa Monica Studios employee LinkedIn profile has revealed that God of War (2018) and God of War Ragnarok have pulled in a combined $1.4 billion in revenue. The post God Of War 2018 & God Of War Ragnarok Have Pulled In A Combined $1.4 Billion In Revenue appeared first on PlayStation Univers... - Here's What's New in Monster Hunter Wilds Patch 1.041
(2/18/2026, 10:08 AM) - IGN AllMonster Hunter Wilds update 1.041 is out now. Check out the patch notes. 
The best wireless workout headphones for 2026
(2/18/2026, 10:01 AM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsWhether you’re lifting, running or squeezing in a quick session between errands, the last thing you want is a cable getting in the way or earbuds that won’t stay put. The best wireless headphones make it easier to focus on your workout, but not every pair is built to handle sweat, motion and long se...
I stopped fighting YouTube ads and paid for YouTube Premium — and I’m never going back
(2/18/2026, 10:00 AM) - Android AuthorityYouTube Premium >>>> ad blockers.
Highguard developer Wildlight Entertainment reportedly funded by Tencent, though the scale of this funding remains a mystery
(2/18/2026, 9:59 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedA new report has revealed that Wildlight Entertainment, the studio behind ill-fated first person shooter Highguard, was funded by Tencent studio group TiMi. The full scope of this funding, its connection if any to recent layoffs, and the reason for its secrecy remains unclear. Read more
Apple Music Connect Launches as Promotional Resource for Labels and Distributors
(2/18/2026, 9:59 AM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageApple has launched Apple Music Connect, a new resource for labels, distributors, and partners to manage promotional assets, upload press photos, and help coordinate how artists' music and marketing materials are presented across the streaming service. The new online hub includes a range of too...
Apple's upcoming smart glasses, AI pendant, and AirPods with cameras detailed in new report
(2/18/2026, 9:59 AM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesApple is working on three new wearable devices, according to a new report from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The company is allegedly developing smart glasses, AirPods with cameras and "expanded AI capabilities", and "a pendant that can be pinned to a shirt or worn as a necklace". All three of these are...
Galaxy S26 will make custom stickers effortless with new Galaxy AI tool
(2/18/2026, 9:49 AM) - Android AuthorityGalaxy S26 teaser reveals automatic AI stickers are coming to your next Samsung phone.
Mewgenics has sold 1 million copies worldwide
(2/18/2026, 9:45 AM) - gamedeveloperThe cat that got the cream.- Global 5G standalone dynamic shifts from coverage to capability
(2/18/2026, 9:45 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comAnnual study of 5G SA market reveals coverage gap between major economic blocs narrowing by the end of 2025, but with growing signs of more consequential signs of divergent spectrum strategies, investment depth and network optimisation - Highguard Website Is Currently Unavailable Following Wildlight Entertainment Layoffs & Dwindling Player Numbers
(2/18/2026, 9:24 AM) - News – PlayStation UniverseThings aren't looking too positive for Highguard, as it's website is now offline and there's no indication of when it will return. The post Highguard Website Is Currently Unavailable Following Wildlight Entertainment Layoffs & Dwindling Player Numbers appeared first on PlayStation Universe. 
Google brings AirDrop support in Quick Share to the Pixel 9 series
(2/18/2026, 9:01 AM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesGoogle introduced AirDrop support in Quick Share on the Pixel 10 series last year, making it easier to share files with iPhone users. Now, the company is expanding this feature to more devices. In an official X post, Google confirmed that the Pixel 9 series is receiving AirDrop support in Quick Sha...- A Mac Mini M4 That Travels Light, Thanks to a Clever Power Bank Hack
(2/18/2026, 8:41 AM) - TechEBlogModder Tommy Doan shows how to transform a Mac Mini M4 into a portable battery-powered machine that can function without being hooked into a wall outlet. People who stick with desktop computers are typically tempted to its sheer power and familiarity, but they miss out on the opportunity to work fro... - EU-South Korea research consortium gets to work on lowering AI chip energy use
(2/18/2026, 8:36 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comEU-South Korea research group is pioneering the use of photon-based hardware chips to help reduce the energy consumption of artificial intelligence datacentres 
Infinix Note 60 Pro unboxing and hands-on
(2/18/2026, 8:02 AM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesThis is the freshly announced Infinix Note 60 Pro, and it looks a lot like an iPhone 17 Pro Max - see it on video. With that out of the way, let's do an unboxing. The phone ships with a generous helping of accessories - USB cable, 90W charger, USB earbuds, and a MagSafe-enabled case. Let's talk ...
The best drone for 2026
(2/18/2026, 8:01 AM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsDrones are no longer just niche toys for enthusiasts. Today’s models are compact, increasingly affordable and capable of capturing sharp aerial photos and video with minimal effort. Whether you’re curious about flying for the first time or looking to upgrade to a more advanced camera drone, the opti...- Castlevania Port Lets You Whip-Crack Through Dracula’s Castle on the SEGA Master System
(2/18/2026, 7:39 AM) - TechEBlogSEGA Master System owners can finally get their hands on a playable Castlevania. Developer xfixium stunned everyone by releasing sample version 0.1 on the SMS Power forums on February 14, 2026, right in the midst of Valentine’s Day. This homebrew project ports the 1986 NES classic to the 8-bit SEGA ... 
Google just gave us a ‘Glimmer’ of hope for Android XR’s UI
(2/18/2026, 7:39 AM) - Android AuthorityGoogle is stepping away from vibrant visuals in Android for phones.
Google is finally fixing the most annoying thing about NotebookLM slide decks
(2/18/2026, 7:29 AM) - Android AuthorityNotebookLM's slide functionality just got a lot less frustrating.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica Edition is headed to global markets with a different name
(2/18/2026, 7:00 AM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesIf you've been wondering whether the Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica Edition (or Xiaomi 17 Ultra by Leica) is headed to international markets, we have some good news for you. The answer is yes, and this was recently confirmed by its certification in Thailand by NBTC. That has revealed that it's going to be of...- U.S. court bars OpenAI from using ‘Cameo’
(2/18/2026, 6:40 AM) - TechCrunchOpenAI has renamed its feature in Sora from "Cameo" to "Characters." - Open-Source Deskbuddy Brings a Tiny, Hackable Companion to Your Workspace
(2/18/2026, 6:06 AM) - TechEBlogA small robot sits on your desk, its screen flickering with a cheery expression as it silently pulls in the most recent weather data. Deskbuddy does not go out of its way to get your attention with loud obnoxious noises or overly elaborate motions; instead, it just hangs out and keeps you company by... 
Google Pixel 10a video ad leaks mere hours before the official unveiling
(2/18/2026, 6:00 AM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesGoogle is finally making the oft-leaked Pixel 10a fully official in a matter of hours, on February 18. Ahead of that, an ad that Google will run for the device in France has now been outed, you can take a look below. French Pixel 10a ad.[image or embed]— Roland Quandt (@rquandt.bsky.social) Februar...
Hold It! Among Us And Capcom Have Teamed Up For Another Ace Attorney Crossover
(2/18/2026, 5:55 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesGet a free Phoenix Wright outfit.Remember last September when Among Us teamed up with Capcom to promote the Ace Attorney Investigations Collection?Read the full article on nintendolife.com
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Magic set includes a deck inspired by the videogames
(2/18/2026, 5:34 AM) - Latest from PC GamerMutant, ninja, and turtle were all existing keywords in Magic: The Gathering. It was only a matter of time.
Infinix Note 60 and Note 60 Pro unveiled with vapor chambers, 6,000+ mAh batteries
(2/18/2026, 5:00 AM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesInfinix is launching a new Note series with a vanilla and a Pro model. The Pro is the first Infinix phone to use a Snapdragon chip since 2019 and it features a vapor chamber to keep it cool. The Infinix Note 60 Pro (our hands-on video is here) is powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, a 4nm chip from ...- One Fan’s Solo Assault on God of War 2 in Unreal Engine 5 Showcases Kratos Conquering Again
(2/18/2026, 4:41 AM) - TechEBlogEnzoElRich spent three months building the intro to God of War 2 from the ground up with Unreal Engine 5.6. He effectively transformed Kratos’ spectacular entrance in Rhodes into a playable demo, complete with menus and visual settings. Kratos charges in first, bursting through city gates with Blade... 
Google Home’s latest update brings long-requested automation tweaks and more
(2/18/2026, 4:16 AM) - Android AuthorityGoogle's bringing in pre-defined voice assistant actions, ability to delete pre-made routines, and more.
vivo X300 FE color options, RAM, and storage variants tipped
(2/18/2026, 4:09 AM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesvivo is expected to launch the X300 FE soon. The phone has recently received certifications in multiple regions and was also spotted on Geekbench. Now, a tipster has revealed its color options, along with RAM and storage variants. According to a tipster, the upcoming vivo X300 FE will be offered in...- Tesla dodges 30-day suspension in California after removing ‘Autopilot’
(2/18/2026, 4:07 AM) - TechCrunchThe decision comes a month after Tesla discontinued Autopilot, its basic driver-assistance system. 
PSA: Subnautica And Subnautica: Below Zero Switch 2 Upgrades Now Available
(2/18/2026, 4:05 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesDive in today.:Unknown Worlds Entertainment is bringing both critically-acclaimed underwater horror games Subnautica and Subnautica: Below Zero to Switch 2 next week, according to Nintendo Everything and Nintenduo.Read the full article on nintendolife.com- DJI Neo Motion Fly More Combo Will Get You Immersed in 4K FPV Drones Without Breaking the Bank
(2/18/2026, 3:59 AM) - TechEBlogThe DJI Neo Motion Fly More Combo, priced at $399 (was $529), makes it simple to get into FPV flying without requiring much experience or a large budget. Weighing only 135 grams, the Neo easily fits in your pocket or backpack. Propeller guards all around protect your fingers and surroundings during ... 
YouTube was down for thousands of users in the US
(2/18/2026, 3:27 AM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsYouTube is experiencing an outage across the United States, with users in other countries like Canada, India, the Philippines, Australia and Russia also having problems with accessing the website. The issue seems to have started at around 8 PM Eastern time and reached 338,000 reports on Downdetector...
YouTube outage breaks homepage, apps, and YouTube TV (Updated: Fixed)
(2/18/2026, 3:15 AM) - Android AuthorityYouTube says the problem with its recommendations system has been resolved and everything should be back up now.
Ori Dev Shows 'No Rest For The Wicked' Running On Switch 2
(2/18/2026, 2:55 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesUpdate: A first look following reports of a Switch 2 release.Nintendo formally announced the Switch 2 last week and while some developers appear to have already locked in their support, other studios are still gauging whether or not to release certain titles on the Switch's successor.One of these de...
Rumor: Apple to Announce Multiple New Products in First Week of March
(2/18/2026, 2:35 AM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageApple on Monday invited selected journalists and content creators to a "special Apple Experience" on Wednesday, March 4 in New York, London, and Shanghai. And now, rumors are surfacing about Apple's broader plans for that week. Daring Fireball's John Gruber today guessed that Apple will announc...
Infinix Smart 20 retailer listing confirms more specs and pricing
(2/18/2026, 2:11 AM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesLast month, the Infinix Smart 20 was spotted in the Google Play Console, and that revealed some of its specs. Now, the phone has been listed as up for sale by Lazada in the Philippines, complete with pricing. It's unclear if this represents the phone's actual launch or if it's a premature listing -...
YouTube was partially busted for a while, but it's fixed now
(2/18/2026, 1:58 AM) - Latest from PC GamerYouTube wasn't fully down, but hundreds of thousands of users reported issues.
Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom And Breath Of The Wild Updates Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
(2/18/2026, 1:55 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesGeneral fixes, additional language support and more.Nintendo is celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Zelda series in 2026, and this week it has released new updates for Tears of the Kingdom and Breath of the Wild for Switch and Switch 2.These updates aren't major ones, but they do include some ge...
Nintendo Tells Pokémon Store That Got Robbed To Change Its Name
(2/18/2026, 1:50 AM) - KotakuThe Poké Court will now be known as the Trainer Court
3D Platformer Become Asks, What If Finding Nemo But The Fish Was A Sperm?
(2/18/2026, 1:45 AM) - KotakuIn indie developer Valentin Wirth's upcoming 3D platformer/adventure game, you play as a sperm racing to fertilize an egg
Pixel 9 officially joins Pixel 10 with Quick Share-AirDrop support
(2/18/2026, 1:26 AM) - Android AuthorityGoogle says the feature will roll out to all the Pixel 9 flagships over the coming weeks.
Bethesda Releases Skyrim Update 1.2 For Switch 2, Includes "60Hz Mode" And Much More
(2/18/2026, 12:55 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesNow might be a good time to revisit Skyrim.The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Anniversary Edition didn't exactly launch in the best state when it arrived on the Switch 2 at the end of last year, but Bethesda is now rolling out patches for the title to improve the overalle experience.This week sees the arri...
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Magic: The Gathering Cards Are Winning Me Over With Their Big-Time Video Game Vibes
(2/18/2026, 12:22 AM) - KotakuThe latest Nickelodeon Universes Beyond expansion has some neat tricks
Original Witcher story lead says the surprise twist at the end 'was a mistake,' because instead of focusing on Geralt the sequel was forced into 'a story about witchers who are killing kings for some reason'
(2/18/2026, 12:09 AM) - Latest from PC GamerArtur Ganszyniec says The Witcher's flashy ending cutscene was created largely without input from the story team.
Steam Next Fest hasn't even started, and its first must-play demo is already here
(2/18/2026, 12:04 AM) - Latest from PC GamerYou can play Titanium Court now, and you should be doing that instead of whatever else you're doing.- Inventor Builds Auto-Deploying Umbrella for the Rain
(2/18/2026, 12:03 AM) - TechEBlogA backpack that automatically opens an umbrella may seem like a trivial convenience, but inventor Current Concept took the idea and turned it into a practical reality that’s actually rather astounding. That’s correct, he created a backpack that automatically opens an umbrella when it starts raining,... - Intellexa’s Predator spyware used to hack iPhone of journalist in Angola, research says
(2/18/2026, 12:01 AM) - TechCrunchAmnesty International says it found evidence that a government customer of Intellexa, a sanctioned surveillance vendor, used its Predator spyware against a prominent journalist in Angola. 
iOS 26.4 Beta Tidbits: Hidden Features You May Have Missed
(2/18/2026, 12:00 AM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageThere is a long list of new features in the iOS 26.4 beta, many of which we highlighted yesterday, but we've since discovered several other smaller changes that Apple made in the software. Health App iOS 26.4 includes a new Average Bedtime metric for the sleep section of the Health app, prov...- Jack Altman joins Benchmark as GP
(2/17/2026, 11:54 PM) - TechCrunchJack Altman and Benchmark announced today that he would be joining the firm as a general partner. 
Claude Sonnet 4.6 Brings Improved Coding, Computer Use, and Office Tasks
(2/17/2026, 11:44 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageAnthropic today updated its Sonnet model to version 4.6, and the company says it is the most capable Sonnet model to date with upgrades across coding, computer use, long-context reasoning, agent planning, knowledge work, and design. Claude Sonnet 4.6 is the default for users who have Free and P...- Ford turns to F1 and bounties to build a $30,000 electric truck
(2/17/2026, 11:43 PM) - TechCrunchA combination of 3D-printed Lego-like parts, Formula 1 thinking, and a bounty program will help the company hit that target. The team, led by Tesla veteran Alan Clarke, is obsessed with efficiency. 
Samsung hypes up the Galaxy S26 with new camera experience teaser
(2/17/2026, 11:30 PM) - Android AuthorityThe tool will get a full reveal at Galaxy Unpacked.
Samsung teases mobile AI photography tools ahead of Unpacked
(2/17/2026, 11:30 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsAnyone who's been paying even a little bit of attention to tech news lately could have made a reasonable guess that AI will be a big topic at Samsung's Unpacked next week. Ahead of the event, Samsung teased some of what's to come for AI in terms of the Galaxy S26 smartphone lineup's photography tool...
Wolfenstein 3 Can’t Pull Its Punches Like Youngblood
(2/17/2026, 11:27 PM) - GameSpot - Game NewsWolfenstein: Youngblood was one sour batch of sauerkraut. Marinated in a noxious and ill-fitting live-service-adjacent brine, this troubled spin-off (and the mediocre virtual reality title it launched alongside) left a bad taste that has lingered for almost seven years. Developer MachineGames’ adven...
The Samsung Galaxy S26 series isn’t out yet, but dbrand’s cases and skins are
(2/17/2026, 11:23 PM) - Android AuthorityThe Samsung Galaxy S26 lineup may or may not include Qi2 magnets, but these dbrand cases certainly do.- Spain orders NordVPN, ProtonVPN to block LaLiga piracy sites
(2/17/2026, 11:15 PM) - BleepingComputerA Spanish court has granted precautionary measures against NordVPN and ProtonVPN, ordering the two popular VPN providers to block 16 websites that facilitate piracy of football matches. [...] 
Google is developing face unlocking tech on par with iPhone Face ID for the Pixel 11 family
(2/17/2026, 11:11 PM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesGoogle is rumored to be developing better face unlocking tech for both the Pixel 11 family and upcoming Chromebooks. This endeavor is internally codenamed Project Toscana. According to someone who allegedly tested it, it will work without any additional visible sensors on the Pixel phones. It's uncl...
Valheim's creative director is still 'dedicated on Valheim every day' in addition to his new co-op dungeon crawler: 'We love making games so much that we want to make more games'
(2/17/2026, 11:09 PM) - Latest from PC GamerWork on the second game doesn't "compete in any way" with the work being done on Valheim, says Robin Eyre.
Huge new Avowed update adds New Game Plus, playable dwarves and Orlans, and quarterstaffs
(2/17/2026, 11:07 PM) - Latest from PC GamerIt's also now on PlayStation 5.- This TMNT Magic Card Is a Dream for Artifact Creature Decks - Like Warhammer 40K's Necron Dynasties
(2/17/2026, 11:00 PM) - IGN AllKrang, Utrom Warlord might be the last thing your playgroup sees - here's why it could be particularly good with the Necron Dynasties deck. 
As Highguard's website goes dark, a report emerges that the not-so-indie shooter was funded by Tencent
(2/17/2026, 10:58 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedHighguard is in a bit of a Schrödinger's cat situation. That's because at the time of writing, the official site only shows the shooter's logo, and text that reads "This site is currently unavailable. Please contact support@codethirtytwo.com for assistance," alongside links to its official Discord s...
Skyrim On Switch 2 Less Of A Mess After New Update Adds 60FPS Option And Fixes
(2/17/2026, 10:58 PM) - KotakuThe aging Elder Scrolls RPG looks and plays better after the 1.2 update- Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano Sets May Date for Live Netflix MMA Event
(2/17/2026, 10:57 PM) - IGN AllNetflix has announced its first live MMA event will see Ronda Rousey enter the ring against Gina Carano. 
GameHub will give Mac owners another imperfect way to play Windows games
(2/17/2026, 10:45 PM) - Gaming - Ars TechnicaGameHub's existing Windows emulator on Android has its fair share of issues.
Thanks to Diablo 2, Blizzard might've found a way to fix Diablo 4's loot fatigue in its next expansion
(2/17/2026, 10:44 PM) - Latest from PC GamerThe Horadric Cube might be a bigger change than the two new classes.- World of Warcraft Now Has a Zillow for Player Housing
(2/17/2026, 10:39 PM) - IGN AllBlizzard has partnered with real estate website Zillow to create Zillow for Warcraft, a goofy Zillow-like website intended to promote the game's new player housing feature with humor, information, and a free in-game item. 
US Department of Homeland Security has reportedly demanded personal information about ICE's critics from Discord, Reddit, Google, and Meta—and at least 3 of those platforms have complied
(2/17/2026, 10:37 PM) - Latest from PC GamerDHS has issued hundreds of subpoenas to major online platforms to obtain the names, email addresses, and phone numbers of accountholders who criticize ICE.- LEGO Maersk Dual-Fuel Container Vessel Boasts 1,516 Pieces, Measures Nearly 2-Feet Long
(2/17/2026, 10:08 PM) - TechEBlogThe LEGO Maersk Dual-Fuel Container Vessel returns after a decade-long hiatus with new sets for the LEGO-Maersk alliance. With set 40955, admirers of large ship models can now experience modern shipping at a scale that will fit on your shelf. When you open the box, you’ll discover 1516 pieces just w... 
Unity boss who once called out the 'idiocy' of the metaverse now says his company's new AI tech 'will enable developers to prompt full casual games into existence with natural language only'
(2/17/2026, 10:04 PM) - Latest from PC GamerMatthew Bromberg says the new Unity AI will be showcased at GDC in March.- The Full Cut of Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair Is Now Available to Watch at Home
(2/17/2026, 9:56 PM) - IGN AllYou can now buy Kill Bill in its original form on digital. 
Mewgenics sells 1 million copies in just 1 week, far more than its creators expected: 'We both got a bit blindsided by this'
(2/17/2026, 9:55 PM) - Latest from PC GamerThe first patch is in the works, but co-creator Tyler Glaiel says we shouldn't expect any major changes.
Check your email: Google’s sending out discount codes for the Pixel 10a
(2/17/2026, 9:48 PM) - Android AuthorityPre-orders open tomorrow.- Tencent Was Quietly Backing Highguard Studio, According to Report
(2/17/2026, 9:42 PM) - IGN AllHighguard, the free-to-play PvP "raid shooter" announced at The Game Awards last year and released to preemptive criticism and mockery only for most of its developers to be laid off just weeks after launch, was apparently financially backed by Tencent, according to a report. 
Titanium Court is a play, a match three and strategy game, a dream and a nightmare, and deeply compelling
(2/17/2026, 9:40 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News Feed"Huh." This, as admiringly as I can make this sound, was the first thought I thunked when I put down the demo for Titanium Court. Here is a game that is many things. The first thing it is is a play, in perhaps a literal sense, perhaps as a tool to immediately allow one to suspend their sense of disb...
A New Batch Of Game Pass Games Announced, Adding Kingdom Come : Deliverance 2
(2/17/2026, 9:40 PM) - WGBGame Pass is adding several titles this month, including Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora and Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, while notable games like Injustice 2 and Shadow of War will be leaving the service.
Rumor: iPad Pro series won't get a major update anytime soon
(2/17/2026, 9:39 PM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesAccording to a new rumor from China, Apple’s iPad Pro lineup may be left without a major update for years to come. Leaker Instant Digital believes the current M5 generation iPad Pro 13 and iPad Pro 11 are not going to get significant updates anytime soon. This rumor makes sense as Apple tends to wai...
This ultra-affordable Game Boy-style handheld just got an upgraded successor
(2/17/2026, 9:38 PM) - Android AuthorityThe R36 Max 2 builds on Game Console’s cheap vertical handheld with a bigger 4:3 display and a new layout.- Flaws in popular VSCode extensions expose developers to attacks
(2/17/2026, 9:27 PM) - BleepingComputerVulnerabilities with high to critical severity ratings affecting popular Visual Studio Code (VSCode) extensions collectively downloaded more than 128 million times could be exploited to steal local files and execute code remotely. [...] 
Open-source game engine Godot is drowning in 'AI slop' code contributions: 'I don't know how long we can keep it up'
(2/17/2026, 9:25 PM) - Latest from PC GamerProjects like Godot are being swamped by contributors who may not even understand the code they're submitting.
iOS 26.4 Beta Launches Without Apple Intelligence Siri Features
(2/17/2026, 9:19 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageThe first beta of iOS 26.4 is available to developers and public beta testers, and the software includes no new Siri features. There were expectations of at least some new Apple Intelligence Siri capabilities because of how long the delays have been and persistent rumors suggesting Apple was targe...- Scott Pilgrim EX Steam Demo Live
(2/17/2026, 9:18 PM) - GamersHeroesLooking to try before you buy? Ahead of Steam Next Fest, a new demo of Tribute Games and Universal Products & Experiences’ Scott Pilgrim EX is now available for the PC. The post Scott Pilgrim EX Steam Demo Live appeared first on GamersHeroes. - Is Absolute Batman About to Meet Absolute Robin?
(2/17/2026, 9:16 PM) - IGN AllDC has released a redacted version of the cover to Absolute Batman #20, hinting that the Absolute Universe version of Robin is about to make his explosive debut. - Magic: The Gathering's TMNT Commander Deck Is a Video Game Homage Packed With Classic Characters
(2/17/2026, 9:00 PM) - IGN AllMagic's new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Commander Deck has a ton of personality - here's why we're optimistic. - WordPress AI Assistant Just Gave Every Publisher a Tireless Co-Editor
(2/17/2026, 8:55 PM) - TechEBlogPublishers spend hours struggling with layouts that just won’t play nice, attempting to get the text to land perfectly and the photos to appear even remotely like they should. Automattic realized this and launched the WordPress AI Assistant, a tool right on WordPress.com that does all of that tediou... - Two Point Museum: Zooseum DLC for Nintendo Switch 2 Now Available
(2/17/2026, 8:48 PM) - GamersHeroesSEGA and Two Point Studios’ “mane” attraction has made its way to the Nintendo Switch 2 with today’s release of Two Point Museum’s Zooseum DLC for the platform. The post Two Point Museum: Zooseum DLC for Nintendo Switch 2 Now Available appeared first on GamersHeroes. - Meta’s own research found parental supervision doesn’t really help curb teens’ compulsive social media use
(2/17/2026, 8:45 PM) - TechCrunchAn internal research study at Meta found that parental supervision may not help teens regulate their social media, and teens with trauma are more inclined to overuse social media. 
Android-to-iPhone AirDrop Transfers Now Supported on Pixel 9
(2/17/2026, 8:44 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageGoogle is expanding its cross-platform file sharing feature to additional Android devices, allowing them to transfer files to an iPhone using the AirDrop protocol. AirDrop support for Quick Share is coming to the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the next few days. ...
The Source Of Highguard‘s Mysterious Funding Was Reportedly Chinese Tech Giant Tencent
(2/17/2026, 8:43 PM) - KotakuThe struggling hero shooter recently suffered mass layoffs
Obituary: Sega Console designer Hideki Sato has passed away
(2/17/2026, 8:38 PM) - gamedeveloperSato had a major role in shaping nearly all of Sega's consoles, including the Dreamcast and Saturn.
Mark your calendars: Google confirms dates for I/O 2026
(2/17/2026, 8:35 PM) - Android AuthorityGoogle officially sets the date for I/O 2026.
Toyota Rolling Out Apple Wallet Car Keys on iPhone
(2/17/2026, 8:34 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageIn 2020, Apple added a digital car key feature to its Wallet app, allowing users to lock, unlock, and start a compatible vehicle with an iPhone or Apple Watch. The feature is currently offered by select automakers, such as Audi, BMW, Hyundai, Kia, Genesis, Mercedes-Benz, and Volvo, and Toyota is now...
The best parts of my favorite World of Warcraft classes are being turned into new heroes for Fellowship's pre-season 2 update this week
(2/17/2026, 8:32 PM) - Latest from PC GamerThe new healer and tank heroes shake-up the flow of combat in this co-op RPG.
Texas AG sues TP-Link over purported connection to China
(2/17/2026, 8:29 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsTexas is suing Wi-Fi router maker TP-Link for deceptively marketing the security of its products and allowing Chinese hacking groups to access Americans' devices, Attorney General Ken Paxton has announced. Paxton originally started looking into TP-Link in October 2025. Texas Governor Greg Abbott lat...
Stardew Valley Player Sleeps For 1,000 Years And Wakes Up To Something Completely Unexpected
(2/17/2026, 8:15 PM) - KotakuHonk shoo mimimi- Chinese hackers exploiting Dell zero-day flaw since mid-2024
(2/17/2026, 8:15 PM) - BleepingComputerA suspected Chinese state-backed hacking group has been quietly exploiting a critical Dell security flaw in zero-day attacks that started in mid-2024. [...] 
Samsung advertises the Galaxy S26 Ultra's low-light camera performance with an AI video
(2/17/2026, 8:09 PM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesSamsung recently teased the upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra's low-light photography chops, and today the company's arm in the US has released a short video teasing the phone's low-light video recording capabilities. That's nothing out of the ordinary, but here's the thing - the teaser video itself was "g...
Google I/O 2026 is set for May 19 and 20
(2/17/2026, 8:08 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsWe’ll soon get a closer look at a bunch of features and updates Google has planned for Android and its other services. The company has confirmed that Google I/O 2026 will take place on May 19 and 20. As always, Google will stream some of the keynotes and sessions for free, including the opening keyn...- Anthropic Launches Claude Sonnet 4.6 as Default Model for Free and Paid Users
(2/17/2026, 7:55 PM) - TechRepublicAnthropic rolls out Claude Sonnet 4.6 as its new default model, bringing stronger reasoning and coding power to free and paid users alike. The post Anthropic Launches Claude Sonnet 4.6 as Default Model for Free and Paid Users appeared first on TechRepublic. 
'We’re going to make some horrendous mistakes,' Peter Molyneux says about his upcoming swan song Masters of Albion: 'Horrendous, horrendous mistakes'
(2/17/2026, 7:54 PM) - Latest from PC GamerThe Masters of Albion team knows about making games, but things like marketing, PR, and community management? Not so much.
Removing God Of War’s Sex Minigames In The Remakes Would Be A Big Mistake
(2/17/2026, 7:52 PM) - KotakuSony is bringing the first three God of War games to PS5, but what happens if they remove one of the series’ more controversial elements?
Mewgenics Hits 1 Million Copies Sold
(2/17/2026, 7:52 PM) - Game Informer NewsMewgenics is off to a roaring start. The cat-breeding strategy game launched on February 10 after spending over a decade in on-and-off development to positive reviews. Mere hours after its release, Mewgenics recouped its development cost. One week later, and it’s now officially a million seller.The ...
Google Photos on the web forgets how to sync with mobile app
(2/17/2026, 7:46 PM) - Android AuthorityIs Google Photos missing some of your pictures? You're not alone.
iOS 26.4 Adds Average Bedtime Metric and Restores Blood Oxygen to Health App Vitals Graph
(2/17/2026, 7:45 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageIn iOS 26.4, Apple added an Average Bedtime metric to the Sleep section of the Health app, letting users better monitor how bedtime impacts sleep quality. Under a new Sleep Highlight, Apple lists the time that you went to bed and the time that you usually go to bed based on averages over a two-...
How often do we see game sequels totally shift genres?
(2/17/2026, 7:43 PM) - Latest from PC GamerThe upcoming Control: Resonant moves from shooter to melee action. You sure don't see that very often.
Multiple brands of Android tablets shipped with built-in malware (Updated: Google statement)
(2/17/2026, 7:35 PM) - Android AuthorityResearchers say Android tablets from some brands left the factory with a hidden firmware backdoor already installed.
Google Pixel 10a pricing, specs, and everything else gets spoiled by early retailer listings
(2/17/2026, 7:26 PM) - Android AuthorityPricing and specs for the Google Pixel 10a leak early as Vanden Borre and Tracfone publish listings ahead of time.
Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones hit new record-low price, but you don’t have much time!
(2/17/2026, 7:23 PM) - Android AuthorityAct quickly, because this hot deal will be gone tonight!
Hyper Scape lives! Or at least it might, if one group of folks seeking to revive the game can get it working
(2/17/2026, 7:06 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedRemember Hyper Scape? I acknowledge that this might come across as a tad mean, but in this ridiculously fast-paced world we find in, it can genuinely be hard to remember one failed live service game from the next. For a refresher, this was Ubisoft's attempt at a battle royale game back in 2020, thou...
Apple Removes iTunes Movies and TV Shows Apps in tvOS 26.4
(2/17/2026, 7:01 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageWith tvOS 26.4, Apple has removed the dedicated iTunes Movies and iTunes TV Shows apps that listed content available for purchase. Buying movies and TV shows can be done through the Apple TV app instead. Apple started phasing out the iTunes Movies and iTunes TV Shows apps back in 2023, redirect...
Poll: What Review Score Would You Give Mario Tennis Fever?
(2/17/2026, 7:00 PM) - Nintendo Life | Latest Updates15, LOVE.It has felt like a long old wait since Mario's last sports outing, but last week, Mario Tennis Fever finally arrived on the Switch 2 court.It's tennis, again, but with a Fever Racket gimmick that gives the whole thing a fun party twist. With a 38-character roster — the biggest in series his...
The Big Magic The Gathering x TMNT Preview: A Video Game-Themed Commander Deck, Pizza Lands, A New Multiplayer Format, And More
(2/17/2026, 7:00 PM) - Game Informer NewsLove it or hate it, Wizards of the Coast has leaned hard into its Universes Beyond subset of Magic: The Gathering cards as a way to collaborate with all manner of brands and IP, including Final Fantasy, Avatar: The Last Airbender, Marvel's Spider-Man, and soon, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. This...- The Mandalorian and Grogu Full Trailer Arrives, Hits Theaters on May 22
(2/17/2026, 6:52 PM) - TechEBlogThe full trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu has arrived, and it appears that this entire production will finally transition from small to big screen. The picture, directed by Jon Favreau, is set to enter theaters on May 22nd, 2026, with scenes shot in IMAX for added scale. Din Djarin (Pedro Pasca... 
The White House is a radioactive crater in Fallout 3 because there were no quests there, so why build it? 'It is our version of [Indiana Jones] shooting the guy rather than pulling out his whip and going into a fight'
(2/17/2026, 6:49 PM) - Latest from PC Gamer"There was no gameplay around the White House."
Dreame shows off gilded Aurora phone with three designs that are steeped in symbolism
(2/17/2026, 6:48 PM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesAfter smart rings and action cameras Dreame, a brand that got famous for its robotic vacuums, is expanding into the smartphone business. A couple of weeks ago at a launch event in Poland, the company showed off the Dreame RS1, Air1 and E1. Now the company’s Weibo account is posting images of a luxur...
Amazon's Latest AirPods Deals Include AirPods 4 at $99 and AirPods Max at $449
(2/17/2026, 6:41 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageAmazon this week has a pair of discounts on a few AirPods models, including the AirPods 4 and AirPods Max. You can get the AirPods 4 for $99.00, down from $129.00. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small...
Report: Escapist And Other Gaming Sites Slash Staff As Gambling Firm ‘Pivots To AI’
(2/17/2026, 6:39 PM) - KotakuThe peculiarly shy company has been buying up gaming sites and turning them into gambling sites for years
Donkey Kong Bananza's Next DLC In-Game Event Starts Today
(2/17/2026, 6:30 PM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesHead in the sand.With January firmly in the rear-view mirror, Nintendo is full-steam ahead on its next batch of in-game events for Donkey Kong Bananza's Emerald Rush DLC.The new 'Ostrich Riches' (try saying that quickly) event begins today (17th February) and will be sticking around in the roguelike...- Notepad++ boosts update security with ‘double-lock’ mechanism
(2/17/2026, 6:29 PM) - BleepingComputerNotepad++ has adopted a "double-lock" design for its update mechanism to address recently exploited security gaps that resulted in a supply-chain compromise. [...] 
Google shares how Android 17 is making everything run smoother
(2/17/2026, 6:27 PM) - Android AuthorityAndroid 17's got a new tool for reducing missed frames.
Apple Working on Three AI Wearables: Smart Glasses, AI Pin, and AirPods With Cameras
(2/17/2026, 6:26 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageApple is speeding up its work on three AI wearable devices, reports Bloomberg. Apple is developing AI smart glasses, a wearable AI pin or pendant, and AI AirPods, all of which will connect to the iPhone and will interface with the smarter version of Siri that's in the works. Cameras will be int...
Apple Releases First macOS Tahoe 26.4 Public Beta
(2/17/2026, 6:19 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageApple today provided public beta testers with the first release of an upcoming macOS Tahoe 26.4 update for testing purposes. The public beta comes a day after Apple provided the beta to developers. After signing up for beta testing on Apple's beta site, public beta testers can download the upda...- iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 Public Beta Now Available
(2/17/2026, 6:19 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageApple today provided public beta testers with the first releases of upcoming iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4, and watchOS 26.4 updates for testing purposes. The public betas come a day after Apple provided the betas to developers. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. Anyo... 
Indie Game Engine Manager Says Getting Bombarded With AI Slop Is ‘Increasingly Draining And Demoralizing’
(2/17/2026, 6:08 PM) - KotakuGodot is a competitor to Unity that's open source
Despite its live service predecessor, you won't have to worry about microtransactions in the impending Crimson Desert
(2/17/2026, 6:05 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedI think that with a game like Crimson Desert, you'd be well within your right to have an eyebrow pre-raised considering its online, sort of free-to-play (depending on where you live) predecessor Black Desert Online regarding the like of microtransactions. I know I certainly have! At a glance Crimson...
Netflix is adapting the board game Ticket to Ride
(2/17/2026, 6:05 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsNetflix has been in the game adaptation business for a while now, but until recently most of its attention had been on adapting video games. That’s still very much happening, but the streaming giant is also now buying up rights for board game IP too, with the latest being Asmodee’s Ticket to Ride. N...
Save up to 81 percent on ExpressVPN two-year plans right now
(2/17/2026, 6:00 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsExpressVPN is back on sale again, and its two-year plans are up to 81 percent off right now. You can get the Advanced tier for $88 for 28 months. This is marked down from the $392 that this time frame normally costs. On a per-month basis, it works out to roughly $3.14 for the promo period. We’ve co...
Xbox Showcases Five Unique Biomes With 'Breathtaking Landscapes' In Forza Horizon 6
(2/17/2026, 6:00 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsPlayable on Xbox Game Pass this May!Forza Horizon 6 is roughly three months away at this stage, and as the teams at Xbox and Playground Games build towards the game's upcoming launch, they've shown off a bunch of Horizon Japan's biomes and locations in all of their current-gen glory.Indeed, Horizon ...
Guide: 'Can You Use Labo VR Goggles For Virtual Boy Games On Switch?' & Other Nintendo Classics VB Questions Answered
(2/17/2026, 6:00 PM) - Nintendo Life | Latest Updates(Yes, you can, with a Switch 1).Virtual Boy has finally arrived on Nintendo Switch Online, if you're a subscriber to the Expansion Pack tier - and if you've got the $100 accessory from My Nintendo Store or the still-pretty-pricey cardboard alternative.If $25 for the cardboard viewer required to see ...
RAM shortage hits Valve's four-year-old Steam Deck, now available "intermittently"
(2/17/2026, 5:56 PM) - Gaming - Ars TechnicaForget launching new stuff—Valve is even having problems with existing hardware.
New Star Wars: The Mandalorian And Grogu Trailer Features Clone Wars Bounty Hunter, Creepy Aliens, And…Martin Scorsese
(2/17/2026, 5:52 PM) - KotakuThe first Star Wars movie in while looks goofy in a good way and is arriving in theaters in May
WordPress adds an AI assistant
(2/17/2026, 5:47 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsWeb designers of the world: The Automattic-owned WordPress.com is further embracing AI on its platform. On Tuesday, it expanded its one-off AI site builder into a persistent AI assistant for editing and media creation.In the site editor, the AI assistant can help with site-wide structure and design ...
John Wick game release – Everything to know about the famed action franchise’s debut game
(2/17/2026, 5:43 PM) - VideoGamerVideoGamer walks you through everything you need to know about the untitled John Wick game from Saber Interactive
I've found a nifty gaming mouse comparison tool that's the next best thing for communicating hand-feel, beyond sticking my mitts straight through the monitor
(2/17/2026, 5:37 PM) - Latest from PC GamerFlick of the wrist.
Hytale is finally adding animal taming for its farming sim fans after its surprising absence at launch
(2/17/2026, 5:35 PM) - Latest from PC GamerUpdate 3 also adds sickles, overhauls climbing, improves combat, and more.
Corsair Galleon 100 SD review
(2/17/2026, 5:34 PM) - Latest from PC GamerThocky keys meet a built-in Stream Deck.
Newly announced action game Become lets you play as a sentient sperm trying to reach the egg, and yes I am just writing about it because of the name
(2/17/2026, 5:32 PM) - Latest from PC Gamer"Learn, adapt, and grow stronger as you explore the fascinating but dangerous microcosm of the human reproductive system."
Classic shooter Unreal Tournament 2004 is now free as fans revive and release it with Epic's blessing
(2/17/2026, 5:31 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedClassic arena shooter Unreal Tournament 2004 has risen from the grave and is now available to download for free, all thanks to a dedicated group of fans working with developer Epic Games' blessing. And the upshot of all this is the much-loved arena FPS has received its first patch "in over 20 years"...
Nintendo Targets More Switch Emulators with DMCAs
(2/17/2026, 5:27 PM) - VideoGamerNintendo has launched another legal salvo against the emulation scene, issuing DMCA takedowns targeting GitHub repositories for at least 13 different Switch emulators. While many projects have already vanished from the centralized code host, at least one developer is publicly refusing to go quietly ...
Patience is the real key to overcoming Nioh 3’s Hamamatsu Hill enemy base
(2/17/2026, 5:21 PM) - VideoGamerIf you’re looking to get into the Nioh 3 Hamamatsu Hill enemy base, you’re not the only one, but it takes a little patience.
'As DRAM prices continue to rise, protecting product authenticity has become increasingly important': Corsair changes Vengeance DDR5 packaging in bid to deter scams
(2/17/2026, 5:16 PM) - Latest from PC GamerCorsair memory is getting even safer to buy—assuming you can actually afford it.
EVE Online rolls out 'AI-powered assistance feature' for new players, promises it 'does not produce game content, create art, or replace creative work'
(2/17/2026, 5:16 PM) - Latest from PC GamerAura Guidance sounds like it might be an effective implementation of AI—but CCP knows how people feel about AI.
In a desperate attempt to undo the damage of accidentally wiping their fiancée's Red Dead Redemption 2 save, someone paid $159 to enlist Arthur Morgan's voice actor to apologise for them
(2/17/2026, 5:12 PM) - Latest from PC GamerThat's one way to do it.
Assassin's Creed Shadows' new update will let you literally spring into action and check for pointless granular stats
(2/17/2026, 5:11 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedVideo game updates are an incredibly funny thing, mostly because I come from a time where they weren't a thing at all, apart from the odd second printing that patched some things here and there. Which is why my humerus has been particularly tickled by the news that a new Assassin's Creed Shadows has...
Samsung announces European Galaxy Book6 series prices and release dates
(2/17/2026, 5:11 PM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesEarlier this year, during CES, Samsung announced its Galaxy Book6 laptop series powered by Intel's Core Ultra Series 3 processors, but it didn't disclose prices and launch dates for the European market. So today, the company is finally revealing the prices of all configurations and their availabilit...
Apple Intelligence Rollout Nears Completion With Upcoming iPad 12
(2/17/2026, 5:06 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageApple's next entry-level iPad is expected to gain the A18 chip, a change that appears modest on paper but would enable Apple Intelligence on the company's most affordable tablet for the first time. Apple last refreshed the entry-level iPad in March 2025, adding the A16 chip. Apple Intelligen...- Star Trek Online: Corruption Now Available
(2/17/2026, 5:06 PM) - GamersHeroesFeaturing the return of Nicole de Boer as Star Trek: Deep Space Nine’s Ezri Dax, Arc Games and Cryptic Studios’ Star Trek Online: Corruption is now available. The post Star Trek Online: Corruption Now Available appeared first on GamersHeroes. 
Easy Anti-Cheat is coming to Rocket League, but Psyonix promises not to get all Fortnite with it and hose your Steam Deck and Linux installs
(2/17/2026, 5:00 PM) - Latest from PC GamerSmall victories.
Microsoft Rewards Quietly Increases Its Prices For Xbox Gift Cards
(2/17/2026, 5:00 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsSeemingly in multiple regions.Microsoft Rewards has changed quite a bit in recent months, with nerfs to points earn rates and cost increases for reward redemptions - and it looks as though another MS Rewards price bump has happened again this week.We first came across this revelation on Reddit, wher...
Review: Super Bomberman Collection - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - A Real Blast From The Past With Friends
(2/17/2026, 5:00 PM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesThe bomb.One of the most pleasant surprises of this month’s Partner Direct was the reveal and shadow drop of the Super Bomberman Collection, a compilation of some of the eponymous hero’s earliest games with some extra goodies thrown in. Though it’s ultimately little more than the sum of its parts, S...
Netflix is streaming its first MMA fight on May 16
(2/17/2026, 4:57 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsNetflix is streaming its very first live MMA fight on May 16. The combatants are one-time phenom Ronda Rousey and one-time actor Gina Carano. Both women have retired from the sport. Rousey left in 2016 and Carano left all the way back in 2009. In any event, they are both back for one night only. The...
Google starts teasing I/O 2026 with its latest puzzle
(2/17/2026, 4:54 PM) - Android AuthorityCan you crack it? Google I/O's 2026 puzzle is here.- Constantin Film Boss Says Resident Evil Movie Director Was Given ‘Carte Blanche To Do Whatever He Wanted’ With The IP
(2/17/2026, 4:53 PM) - News – PlayStation UniverseZach Cregger was offered 'carte blanche' to do whatever he wanted with the Resident Evil IP for its upcoming movie based on Capcom's franchise. The post Constantin Film Boss Says Resident Evil Movie Director Was Given ‘Carte Blanche To Do Whatever He Wanted’ With The IP appeared first on PlayStation... 
Soulframe overhauls player progression in latest alpha test, adds "intuitive" level up system
(2/17/2026, 4:53 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedSoulframe, the upcoming fantasy action RPG by Digital Extremes, has totally overhauled its progression system as part of the latest Preludes alpha update. Whereas before player progress involved a more traditional skilling system, a more intuitive alternative has been integrated. Read more
The Highguard Website Is Down As Players Brace For The Worst
(2/17/2026, 4:52 PM) - KotakuThe free-to-play raid shooter found itself at the center of endless online discourse the moment it was announced less than 70 days ago
This Is The Ultimate Trick Shot Of Pokémon Shiny Hunting
(2/17/2026, 4:44 PM) - KotakuShiny hunting is usually a long process, then you see people pull off something like this
CyberConnect2 reveals new Anime RPG that finally revives franchise after nearly a decade
(2/17/2026, 4:42 PM) - VideoGamerWhen you’ve explored the ideas of VR, escapism, and the consequences of relying on technology, what comes after? After lying dormant since 2017’s .Hack//G.U. Last Recode, the dystopian action RPG series .Hack is finally back to answer that question. Developer CyberConnect2 unveiled .Hack//Z.E.R.O, t...
The first full trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu is here
(2/17/2026, 4:42 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsFans of The Mandalorian and his tiny green apprentice Grogu are getting their best look yet at the duo's upcoming theatrical adventure, set for release this spring. It’s hard to believe that it's been just over six years since the last Star Wars movie was released in theaters, followed by wall-to-wa...
BioWare Continues Mass Effect 5 Development With New Senior Hire
(2/17/2026, 4:42 PM) - VideoGamerBioWare has broken its radio silence on the next Mass Effect, listing a new senior role that suggests the project is finally shifting gears. While the studio has been largely quiet since the release of Dragon Age: The Veilguard, this latest recruitment drive confirms the next chapter of the sci-fi o...
"We have not stopped supporting Pride," Runescape developers say. However, they don't plan to create new Pride quest content in 2026
(2/17/2026, 4:42 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedLast June, Jagex - the developers of medieval MMO Runescape - found themselves at odds with players after deciding not to create any new content for Pride Month. Disputed internally at the studio before the discussion then leaked online, the decision appeared to be a retreat in the face of a world t...
My next love after D&D, Pathfinder 2e, has a Fanatical bundle selling over $450's worth of books for around $15
(2/17/2026, 4:40 PM) - Latest from PC GamerDealfinder.
The director of the new Resident Evil movie was allowed to do "whatever he wanted" with the IP following Weapons' success
(2/17/2026, 4:40 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedThe Resident Evil franchise is the bad kind of nightmare when it comes to adaptations. The movie series kickstarted by Paul W.S. Anderson back in 2002 found tonnes of success, but it's hard to suggest it was quality blockbuster filmmaking. Then came an even worse (despite all the reverence for the s...
Relief that the worst is over or just the calm before the hurricane continues? Some reports suggest that DRAM prices have plateaued or even fallen
(2/17/2026, 4:39 PM) - Latest from PC GamerIt's not over until it's actually over.- Digimon Story Time Stranger Anti-ParadoX Releasing in March
(2/17/2026, 4:36 PM) - GamersHeroesThe world of Media Vision and Bandai Namco’s turn-based RPG Digimon Story Time Stranger is getting that much bigger with the release of Episode Pack 3 - dubbed Anti-ParadoX - in March. The post Digimon Story Time Stranger Anti-ParadoX Releasing in March appeared first on GamersHeroes. 
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 and The Witcher 3 are coming to Game Pass
(2/17/2026, 4:36 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsXbox has revealed the second batch of Game Pass additions for February. There are quite a few heavyweights in the mix this time, including Kingdom Come: Deliverance II and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Let’s start with what’s available today, though. Xbox previously said Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora (Ga...
Mewgenics Console Release Is In The Works, And Switch 2 Is "The Frontrunner"
(2/17/2026, 4:30 PM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesBinding of Isaac co-creator's long-awaited game is a hit on Steam.14 years after it was first revealed (yes, 14 years), The Binding of Isaac and Super Meat Boy co-creator Edmund McMillen finally launched Mewgenics last week. This turn-based tactical roguelike where you breed cats has been a huge hit...
Duck dupe criminals nabbed: Embark is dishing out warnings and even ban hammers for miscreants abusing recent duplication glitches in Arc Raiders
(2/17/2026, 4:29 PM) - Latest from PC GamerLet's hope you're not among them.
How one guy accidentally hacked all a company’s robot vacuums
(2/17/2026, 4:24 PM) - Android AuthorityHacking a robot vacuum for PS5 control uncovered a major security hole.
Valve confirms what everyone feared about the Steam Deck shortage
(2/17/2026, 4:22 PM) - Android AuthorityValve speaks up on why you can't find a Steam Deck right now.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows Update Finally Adds a Jump Mechanic
(2/17/2026, 4:21 PM) - VideoGamerUbisoft is finally letting us defy gravity on our own terms. Title update 1.1.8 for Assassin’s Creed Shadows arrives tomorrow, reintroducing a manual jump button almost a year after the game’s release according to Insider Gaming. It is a small change mechanically, but one that feels suspiciously lik...
A radio host is suing Google for an AI-generated voice he claims sounds suspiciously like him: 'It’s this eerie moment where you feel like you’re listening to yourself'
(2/17/2026, 4:17 PM) - Latest from PC GamerGoogle calls the allegations baseless.
Elden Ring Nightreign's soundtrack is now complete as The Forsaken Hollows' music hits streaming platforms
(2/17/2026, 4:15 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedElden Ring Nightreign is a pretty sweet co-op game full of surprises. It also has one of the best original soundtracks of 2025, and that includes its Forsaken Hollows DLC. Sadly, we were barred from putting together the ultimate FromSoftware-made Soulslike playlist until the expansion's music was ma...
Micro-OLED is the VR upgrade I've been waiting for
(2/17/2026, 4:11 PM) - Latest from PC GamerThis is something worth shouting about for high-end tethered headsets.- 90s-Era 2D Action-Adventure Under the Island Now Available
(2/17/2026, 4:09 PM) - GamersHeroesNow released into the wild, an epic 2D action-adventure RPG steeped in '90s charm awaits with today’s release of Slime King Games, Top Hat Studios, and Doyoyo Games’ Under the Island for PC and consoles. The post 90s-Era 2D Action-Adventure Under the Island Now Available appeared first on GamersHero... - Apple Event on March 4: Here's What to Expect
(2/17/2026, 4:08 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageApple on Monday invited selected journalists and content creators to a "special Apple Experience" on Wednesday, March 4 in New York, London, and Shanghai. At an Apple Experience, attendees are typically given the opportunity to try out Apple's latest hardware or software. Following the launch o... 
Embark Studios is cracking down on players who abused Arc Raiders' recent duplication exploit and other glitches
(2/17/2026, 4:07 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedArc Raiders continues to enjoy tons of success, nearing almost 1m concurrent players on PC alone and pushing onwards with events and regular updates planned out until April. Its actual health hasn't been great in 2026 so far though. Read more- Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3 In A ‘Playable State’ Hopefully It ‘Won’t Be Too Long Before We’re Able To Share Some Kind Of Update’
(2/17/2026, 4:03 PM) - News – PlayStation UniverseNaoki Hamaguchi has revealed that Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 is in a playable state, and that the team hopes to share some form of update to fans soon. The post Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3 In A ‘Playable State’ Hopefully It ‘Won’t Be Too Long Before We’re Able To Share Some Kind Of Update’ ap... 
T-Mobile Apple glitch is changing customers to the wrong plans
(2/17/2026, 4:01 PM) - Android AuthorityOnline reports suggest upgrading via the Apple Store app can cause the unwanted surprise, but there's a fix.
Exclusive: Google’s secret ‘Project Toscana’ fixes the Pixel’s biggest face unlock flaw
(2/17/2026, 4:00 PM) - Android AuthorityIs this the Face ID for Android we've been waiting for?
Poll: What's Your Favourite Gen 4 Pokémon?
(2/17/2026, 4:00 PM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesSinnohs.Pokémon turns 30 on 27th February, and in honour of this momentous anniversary, we're running a series of polls leading up to the big day, asking you to vote for your favourite Pokémon from each generation. The nine winners will then go head-to-head in a final poll at the end of the month.We...
Motorola is allegedly working on a fourth FIFA World Cup 26 Edition phone
(2/17/2026, 3:58 PM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesMotorola already launched the Razr 60 FIFA World Cup 26 Edition, and we recently heard that the company would also make FIFA World Cup 26 themed versions of both the Signature and the Razr Fold. Today the same source is back with another bombshell: Motorola is apparently working on a fourth World C...
UK Case Claiming Qualcomm Inflated iPhone Prices to Be Withdrawn
(2/17/2026, 3:56 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageA major UK consumer lawsuit alleging that Qualcomm inflated iPhone prices through its patent licensing practices will be withdrawn with no payment (via Reuters). The lawsuit raised on behalf of 29 million UK smartphone buyers will be withdrawn following an agreement with the British consumer as...
Activision is shutting down Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile
(2/17/2026, 3:54 PM) - gamedeveloperThe Microsoft-owned studio previously ended support for the title in May 2025
Crusader Kings 3 devs Paradox are working with a mystery modder on spreadsheeting up the inbred monarch grind
(2/17/2026, 3:51 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedI wake up at 3AM. Do 50 pull-ups on a halberd wedged in the door frame. Do 50 push-ups on the cold stone floor. A servant hands me my protein mead and a wine frappamachiato. I violently double fist the two beverages. I don't eat breakfast, because food that isn't flavourless cup gruel is the enemy o...
Slots of the Week: High-Volatility Heroes Built for Big Jackpot Chasers
(2/17/2026, 3:49 PM) - VideoGamerHow do you like your slots? For some, it’s all about slow-and-steady spins and laid-back vibes. For others, it’s the adrenaline rush of chasing that one massive win that could flip the session on its head. There’s no right or wrong way to play—but if you’re firmly in the “go big or go home” camp, […...
In its brave quest to never learn a single thing from science fiction, Meta has patented a literally ghoulish AI that keeps you posting long after you're dead and gone
(2/17/2026, 3:46 PM) - Latest from PC GamerDon't worry, though, it's got "no plans to move forward with this example".
Kingdom Come Deliverance II And The Witcher 3 Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass
(2/17/2026, 3:44 PM) - KotakuIt's a busy month, with High on Life 2 and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora as well
Resident Evil 5 remake rumors shot down by industry insider
(2/17/2026, 3:42 PM) - VideoGamerAfter a new ESRB rating for Resident Evil 5 appeared last week, the rumor mill has been working overtime. The prevailing theory was that a Resident Evil 5 remake was coming after this month’s Resident Evil Requiem, however, now a trusted industry insider has poured cold water on the rumors. Posting ...
Rockstar celebrates official GTA mod support by nuking non-official mod platform
(2/17/2026, 3:40 PM) - Latest from PC GamerCan't we all just get along?
One UI 8.5 packs a big audio upgrade for content creators
(2/17/2026, 3:39 PM) - Android AuthoritySamsung phones could get better at vlogging, recording postcasts, and other audio-related endeavors.- Microsoft Teams outage affects users in United States, Europe
(2/17/2026, 3:37 PM) - BleepingComputerMicrosoft is working to resolve an ongoing outage affecting Microsoft Teams users, causing delays and preventing some from accessing the service. [...] - Latest WWE 2K26 Ringside Report Covers Universe Mode and Community Creations
(2/17/2026, 3:36 PM) - GamersHeroesLetting players control the show and make new champions, the latest Ringside Report segment for Visual Concepts and 2K Games’ WWE 2K26 covers both Universe mode and Community Creations. The post Latest WWE 2K26 Ringside Report Covers Universe Mode and Community Creations appeared first on GamersHero... 
Rufus developers have been blocked from downloading Windows ISOs, and believe there to be 'active intentional involvement from Microsoft'
(2/17/2026, 3:36 PM) - Latest from PC GamerMicrosoft has yet to comment on the issue.
A top overclocker has managed to destroy a $5,000 MSI RTX 5090 Lightning Z with the fury of a thousand suns. Well, the default voltage of a 2,500 W extreme overclocking BIOS
(2/17/2026, 3:31 PM) - Latest from PC GamerUnless you're using liquid nitrogen, 1.2 volts is instant death for a big GPU.
Surprise! Konami Just Quietly Delisted Old Metal Gear Solid Games Ahead Of The Newest Remasters
(2/17/2026, 3:30 PM) - KotakuAlso: Project Windless's publisher confirms its genAI-friendly development cycle
Konami Delists Backwards Compatible MGS Title Ahead Of Master Collection Vol. 2 On Xbox
(2/17/2026, 3:30 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsNo longer available to buy without warning.With the announcement of Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 last week and its upcoming release this August, Konami has decided to pull the digital listings for multiple old MGS games, including one that's backwards compatible on Xbox.That backwards ...
QPAD Obsidian Glass mouse pad review
(2/17/2026, 3:28 PM) - Latest from PC GamerSmooth and 'spensive.
Earth vs Mars the Advance Wars-like from Relic Entertainment gets Steam Deck Verified
(2/17/2026, 3:22 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesRelic Entertainment produced their own Advance Wars-like strategy game with Earth vs Mars from a smaller team, and now it is updated to be Steam Deck Verified.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Snapchat is rolling out creator subscriptions
(2/17/2026, 3:21 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsSnapchat is taking a page out of Meta's handbook. The social media platform has announced it will launch creator subscriptions for users. Meta-owned Instagram and Facebook currently offer a similar feature. On Snapchat, creator subscriptions will give users access to exclusive content across Snaps ...- The Super Mario Galaxy Movie JAKKS Pacific Toys Now Available for Pre-Order
(2/17/2026, 3:21 PM) - GamersHeroesAhead of its April 1 theatrical release, JAKKS Pacific, Inc. is partnering with Universal Products & Experiences, Illumination, and Nintendo on a new collection of figures, playsets, and plushes around the upcoming The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. The post The Super Mario Galaxy Movie JAKKS Pacific Toy... - Huawei’s Smartwatch Adds Needle-Free Diabetes Risk Monitoring
(2/17/2026, 3:12 PM) - TechRepublicHuawei introduces a diabetes risk assessment feature on the Watch GT 6 Pro, offering needle-free early detection of risk through advanced wearable sensors. The post Huawei’s Smartwatch Adds Needle-Free Diabetes Risk Monitoring appeared first on TechRepublic. - Save On Secure Cloud Storage Built For Business Teams
(2/17/2026, 3:10 PM) - TechRepublicLifetime cloud storage with enterprise security, global servers, and team collaboration starts at $59.99. The post Save On Secure Cloud Storage Built For Business Teams appeared first on TechRepublic. 
Our best RPG of 2024 is half off in the Lunar New Year sale, as are the adventures of Charlie Tunoku and countless other Sega series
(2/17/2026, 3:08 PM) - Latest from PC GamerEnding racism has never been cheaper.
Nintendo's Virtual Boy app is now available to download
(2/17/2026, 3:07 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsNintendo’s Virtual Boy app is now available to download on Switch and Switch 2 as part of its Nintendo Classics offering. You’ll need to have a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership to access the launch titles, and unlike Nintendo’s other retro emulators, this one also requires a dedica...- Get Secure Cloud Storage on a 2TB Lifetime Plan with Internxt for $90
(2/17/2026, 3:00 PM) - TechRepublicThis secure storage platform uses open source code, zero-knowledge file systems, and end-to-end encryption to keep your online data truly private. The post Get Secure Cloud Storage on a 2TB Lifetime Plan with Internxt for $90 appeared first on TechRepublic. 
Amazon's Fire TV redesign is rolling out today
(2/17/2026, 3:00 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsDuring the flurry of CES 2026 news at the start of the year, it might have been easy to overlook Amazon's announcement that the Fire TV user interface is getting a revamp. But that redesign is rolling out starting today for US viewers. It will be available to users as a free update. The main visual ...
Here's the next batch of Xbox Game Pass games for February
(2/17/2026, 2:55 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedMicrosoft has revealed the next batch of games coming to its Xbox Game Pass subscription service this February, and into next month. Read more
SCOPECREEP is a curious mix of tower defense and active incremental where you collect souls
(2/17/2026, 2:50 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesGo through exorcisms to collect souls and repeatedly click through a vast network of additional upgrades and abilities in SCOPECREEP.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Arc Raiders developer warns of incoming “enforcements” against players who abused exploits
(2/17/2026, 2:48 PM) - VideoGamerArc Raiders developer has warned of incoming “enforcements” against players who abused recent exploits to affect the game’s economy.
Apple's iPhone Air MagSafe battery pack drops to an all-time-low price
(2/17/2026, 2:45 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsDespite its supremely sleek design, the iPhone Air actually has a pretty respectable battery life, lasting for somewhere in the region of 27 hours if you’re continuously streaming video. But you’re still going to be wary of it dying on you if you’re on a trip or just having a particularly screen-hea...
Bethesda originally thought Fallout 3's metro system should go all over the map, then realised running through miles of tunnels was dull as hell: 'Being realistic sometimes isn't fun'
(2/17/2026, 2:44 PM) - Latest from PC GamerWell, not with that attitude.
WWE 2K26 Dev Interview Breaks Down Universe and Creation Changes
(2/17/2026, 2:42 PM) - VideoGamerWith the release of WWE 2K26 looming just weeks away, developers have pulled back the curtain on the franchise’s most enduring time-sinks: Universe Mode and the Creation Suite. In a recent interview with Metro, the team at Visual Concepts outlined an overhaul driven by the decision to finally abando...- Apple’s March 4 Surprise: A $599 MacBook, iPhone 17e Reportedly Lead the Lineup
(2/17/2026, 2:42 PM) - TechRepublicApple confirms its March 4 launch event, with rumors of a $599 MacBook, iPhone 17e, refreshed iPads, and a possible touchscreen MacBook Pro. The post Apple’s March 4 Surprise: A $599 MacBook, iPhone 17e Reportedly Lead the Lineup appeared first on TechRepublic. - What 5 Million Apps Revealed About Secrets in JavaScript
(2/17/2026, 2:40 PM) - BleepingComputerLeaked API keys are nothing new, but the scale of the problem in front-end code has been largely a mystery - until now. Intruder's research team built a new secrets detection method and scanned 5 million applications specifically looking for secrets hidden in JavaScript bundles. Here's what we learn... 
I'm sorry to break it to you, but don't expect to be able to play an evil pest in Crimson Desert: 'Would I recommend a full playthrough in that playstyle? Eh, I don't know'
(2/17/2026, 2:38 PM) - Latest from PC GamerYou won't find evil Shepherd here.
If you've always wanted Forever Young in Umamusame: Pretty Derby, you won't have to wait furlong
(2/17/2026, 2:34 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedOne of the best racing horses in the modern era of the sport will be coming to Umamusume: Pretty Derby, according to a statement from the horse's owner. Read more
Unity boss claims engine's next generative AI update will let users prompt "full casual games" into existence, just by using natural language
(2/17/2026, 2:33 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedUnity CEO Matthew Bromberg has touted generative AI advancements in its game engine that'll soon enable users to "prompt full casual games into existence" just by using natural language. Read more
Unreal Tournament 2004 is now grabbable for free and optimised for modern PCs, thanks to dedicated fans
(2/17/2026, 2:31 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedWell, this is cool. You can now download Unreal Tournament 2004 for free and with a patch that ensures it'll run smoothly on modern hardware. This is all thanks to a fan community called OldUnreal, who've made it their mission to keep Epic's classic shooters alive, even going as far as getting the F...
The Asus ROG Xbox Ally X is the latest piece of gaming hardware to get a price increase (at least in Japan)
(2/17/2026, 2:28 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedThings aren't looking great when it comes to the ongoing RAM and storage shortages, and the Asus ROG Xbox Ally X is being hit with a price increase in Japan that may or may not extend to other territories. Read more
These Eight Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass (February 19 - March 3)
(2/17/2026, 2:20 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsMicrosoft reveals the next batch of XGP titles.Microsoft has today revealed the next official roundup of Xbox Game Pass titles for February and March 2026, with eight games joining the service from February 19 - March 3 - including the absolutely massive addition of Kingdom Come Deliverance 2.Don't ...
Check out the full second episode of Games For Everyone
(2/17/2026, 2:08 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesGames For Everyone has returned for Episode 2, going over our thoughts on various Linux gaming related subjects.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Google’s design guide for AI glasses reveals how Android XR will work
(2/17/2026, 2:06 PM) - Android AuthorityAndroid XR design documents highlight physical controls, UI elements, and power-saving tips for developers.
The new Anker 45W Nano charger with smart display is $10 off right now
(2/17/2026, 2:05 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsAnker introduced a nifty little charger at CES 2026, which is a refresh of the pre-existing Nano Charger. It's already on sale for $30 for Prime members, or $10 off its regular price. The 45W charger includes a smart display that shows real-time data like power flow, temperature and charging status...- New Keenadu backdoor found in Android firmware, Google Play apps
(2/17/2026, 2:05 PM) - BleepingComputerA newly discovered and sophisticated Android malware called Keenadu has been found embedded in firmware from multiple device brands, enabling it to compromise all installed applications and gain unrestricted control over infected devices. [...] - Apple Podcasts Gets Major Video Overhaul to Take on YouTube, Spotify
(2/17/2026, 1:56 PM) - TechRepublicApple Podcasts is adding native video support and dynamic ad tools, letting creators deliver audio and video in one feed as competition intensifies. The post Apple Podcasts Gets Major Video Overhaul to Take on YouTube, Spotify appeared first on TechRepublic. 
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 enters “final push phase,” giving us hope for a 2027 anniversary release
(2/17/2026, 1:54 PM) - VideoGamerFinal Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 has entered the “final push phase” of development, giving us hope for a 2027 anniversary release.
'We don't have the capacity to support more than 2 colors right now' is the bizarre excuse X is using to explain why its dimmed theme was just thrown in the bin
(2/17/2026, 1:53 PM) - Latest from PC GamerI don't have the mental capacity to understand any of this nonsense.
Elevation Lab's AirTag 10-year extended battery case is only $16 right now
(2/17/2026, 1:50 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsAirTags are basically an essential accessory for iPhone users who want to keep track of things like their keys, wallet and backpack. While it's easy enough to replace the battery in both versions of the AirTag, you may not want to have to rush to do so at the end of the battery's roughly two-year li...
Astro Protocol is a tactical space 4x game designed for people with little time
(2/17/2026, 1:38 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesI sure do love 4x strategy games, but they really can take forever - which is where Astro Protocol is different with its tactical approach.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Apple adds the Steam Frame's most anticipated feature, foveated streaming, to the Vision Pro
(2/17/2026, 1:36 PM) - Latest from PC GamerThat's a good idea, that.
The 512GB Samsung P9 microSD Express card is 33 percent off
(2/17/2026, 1:30 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsIf you're looking to expand the storage on your Switch 2, the 512GB Samsung P9 microSD Express card is on sale right now for 33 percent off, marked down to $80 from $120. With component prices skyrocketing these days, it's getting increasingly rare to see good storage on sale, and 512GB for $80 is a...
Brotato gets a major update with Paws & Claws adding pets
(2/17/2026, 1:20 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesWith Evil Empire now in control of updates to Brotato as the original dev has moved on, a major Paws & Claws free upgrade has rolled out adding in pets.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro M5 is up to $300 off
(2/17/2026, 1:17 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsApple released its new 14-inch MacBook Pro M5 in October with little fanfare. But, despite the underselling, we found the device to be a great upgrade to its predecessor and the best MacBook for creatives. Now, you can find out for yourself with less of a strain on your wallet, thanks to a big sale....
Pick up a bundle of four first-gen AirTags for only $64
(2/17/2026, 1:15 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsAt this point, you can find discounts on AirTags fairly often but if you want to spend as little as possible, it's worth waiting for a discount like this. A four-pack of the first-gen Bluetooth trackers is on sale for $64, which is just about a record-low price (only $1 more). That's a 35 percent di...
'This is probably what Task Manager would look like (and sound like) if I were still around,' says ex-Microsoft dev Dave Plummer about his synthwave-pounding AI dashboard
(2/17/2026, 1:04 PM) - Latest from PC GamerIn fairness, Plummer admits "it's a good thing I knew to stay in my lane, design-wise."
Resident Evil Requiem DLC is already well underway – what should we expect?
(2/17/2026, 1:02 PM) - VideoGamerAestheticGamer, aka Dusk Golem, has discussed Resident Evil Requiem’s (RE9) potential future DLC, suggesting it could arrive sooner than people expected and is likely to be fresh story content. On their X (formerly Twitter) account, the insider posted, “Not confirmed officially, no, but I’ve heard ...
KDE Plasma 6.6 released with improved accessibility, new on-screen keyboard and lots more
(2/17/2026, 12:55 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesThe KDE team have released KDE Plasma 6.6, the latest new feature update to the popular Linux desktop environment with lots of goodies.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Europe probes Shein's addictive app design and illegal product sales
(2/17/2026, 12:53 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsThe European Commission (EC) has opened an investigation into low-cost fast fashion retailer Shein. EC officials are concerned about the sale of illegal products, including child sexual abuse material, as well as the potentially addictive design of its shopping experience. The Commission found fello...
G.I. Joe Snake Eyes game not cancelled following reported Atomic Arcade studio closure, but its ultimate fate remains unclear
(2/17/2026, 12:51 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedHasbro and Wizards of the Coast-owned studio Atomic Arcade has reportedly been shut down. Read more- Lumen targets AI bottlenecks with cloud gateway and metro expansion
(2/17/2026, 12:48 PM) - ComputerWeekly.comAI network provider introduces enterprise capabilities designed to accelerate data movement across distributed artificial intelligence environments while aiming to lower complexity and cost - Silverstone takes mobile connectivity to full throttle
(2/17/2026, 12:43 PM) - ComputerWeekly.comPermanent 5G connectivity for fans, race teams and broadcasters comes to the home of British motorsport in major network upgrade from neutral host and private network provider 
TeamSpeak claims an 'incredible surge of new users' has maxed out its hosting capacity in multiple regions as many would-be voice chatters seek a Discord alternative
(2/17/2026, 12:40 PM) - Latest from PC GamerJumping ship.
Crimson Desert could beat GTA 6 for Game of the Year, says former Red Dead Redemption 2 developer
(2/17/2026, 12:37 PM) - VideoGamerFormer Red Dead Redemption 2 believes Crimson Desert has the potential to win Game of the Year, if GTA 6 “drops the ball.”
Godot veteran says 'AI slop' pull requests have become overwhelming
(2/17/2026, 12:36 PM) - gamedeveloper'I don't know how long we can keep it up.'
The Rogue Prince Of Persia Spring Roadmap Reveals Two Upcoming Free Major Updates
(2/17/2026, 12:30 PM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesAnd they're right around the corner.With the Dead Cells team on development duties, we knew it was only a matter of time before The Rogue Prince of Persia landed even more content, and what do you know, there are two major updates right around the corner.Evil Empire recently shared a blog post on th...
Apple will copy a signature YouTube Music feature with this upcoming iOS 26 update
(2/17/2026, 12:22 PM) - Android AuthorityApple Podcasts is taking a page out of YouTube Music's book.
MMO Ashes of Creation spirals into a legal dumpster fire, as investor claims creative director Steven Sharif siphoned millions away from the company while it was drowning in debt
(2/17/2026, 12:21 PM) - Latest from PC Gamer"They are BOTH insane pathological narcissists," claims the investor.
Ahead of The Witcher remake, the Witcher 1's lead story designer has just wrapped up a 26 episode dev commentary
(2/17/2026, 12:13 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedWhile a lot of the Witchery chatter so far this year has been about an extra Witcher 3 DLC rumoured to be in the works, one of the projects we know for sure CD Projekt have on the go is a remake of the first Witcher game. Ahead of the remake's arrival, a key dev on the 2007 RPG has just finished a d...
Metal Gear Solid 4 and Peace Walker delisted from PS3 store following Master Collection Vol. 2 reveal
(2/17/2026, 12:08 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedMetal Gear Solid 4: Sons of the Patriots and Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker have seemingly been removed from the PS3 digital store, shortly after the reveal of the Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol.2. Read more
I haven't been this excited about Overwatch in 10 years
(2/17/2026, 12:08 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedThis is much more like the Overwatch 2 I wanted when it launched. We're having a redo moment. Blizzard isn't calling this a relaunch but to me, it feels like it is. This is a reintroduction of a game that floundered back in 2023 at launch, but three years later, it's solid and it's stacked. Overwatc...
ROG Xbox Ally X Gets Its First Price Increase, Limited To One Region For Now
(2/17/2026, 12:00 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsUh oh...Right at the turn of the year, ASUS sparked fear of potential ROG Xbox Ally price increases due to the ongoing RAM crisis, and it now looks like that's starting to play out over in Japan.Read the full article on purexbox.com- Western cyber alliances risk fragmenting in new world order
(2/17/2026, 11:54 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comThe conduct of powerful nations is causing knock-on effects in the cyber world as long-standing security frameworks appear increasingly precarious 
Valve blames dwindling Steam Deck supplies on RAM and storage shortages as AI-driven demand further threatens games industry
(2/17/2026, 11:53 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedAs the tech giants' escalating AI arms race continues to impact RAM supplies, Valve has confirmed Steam Deck is the latest machine to face availability issues as a result of memory and storage shortages. Read more
Game manager Lutris v0.5.20 released with Proton upgrades, store updates and much more
(2/17/2026, 11:48 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesLutris is an all-in-one open source game manager for launching games from various stores on Linux, with version 0.5.20 out now.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Ren & Stimpy Are Getting A 7-Game Retro Collection, Courtesy Of Limited Run
(2/17/2026, 11:45 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesUpdate: Digital launches this week.If the news of the Nickelodeon Splat Pack release date earlier this week wasn't enough cartoon nostalgia for you, Limited Run Games has revealed that it has even more in the pipeline for Switch, in the shape of the Ren & Stimpy Happy, Happy, Joy, Joy Collection.Thi...
Rocket League is adding Easy Anti-Cheat, Psyonix say Linux will still be supported with Proton
(2/17/2026, 11:37 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesRocket League is set to get Easy Anti-Cheat in April, as the Epic Games owned studio Psyonix just recently announced.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Apple is finally testing RCS encryption, but there’s a catch for Android users
(2/17/2026, 11:37 AM) - Android AuthorityYou still can't have a truly private chat with your Android friends.
EU launches second investigation into Grok's nonconsensual image generation
(2/17/2026, 11:32 AM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsX is facing yet another investigation into Grok's reported creation of nonconsensual sexual images on the platform. Ireland's Data Protection Commission (DPC) has announced an inquiry into X regarding the harmful, intimate images and processing of EU and EEA individuals' personal data — including ch...- Poland arrests suspect linked to Phobos ransomware operation
(2/17/2026, 11:31 AM) - BleepingComputerPolish police have detained a 47-year-old man suspected of ties to the Phobos ransomware group and seized computers and mobile phones containing stolen credentials, credit card numbers, and server access data. [...] 
Ubisoft's short-lived battle royale shooter Hyper Scape is being revived by a passionate fan, but don't expect the multiplayer to work anytime soon
(2/17/2026, 11:31 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedHyper Scape feels like something that happened ages ago, but Ubisoft's failed battle royale game was shut down in April 2022 after halting its content updates a year before that. The game itself wasn't anything special, yet no small amount of FPS veterans praised its core traversal and movement mech...- Defence and education see big gains in public sector IT spend, Tussell report finds
(2/17/2026, 11:30 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comTussell Tech200 finds big growth in IT supplier revenue in defence and education, with gains for suppliers in IT services and digital transformation - Interview: Sarwar Khan on shaping BT’s green future and delivering sustainability at scale
(2/17/2026, 11:25 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comHow the sustainability practice enables BT to move on ‘tough topic’ targets that increase innovation, efficiency and success across its product portfolio 
Dead by Daylight developer teases graphical update and more in new Q&A
(2/17/2026, 11:23 AM) - VideoGamerDead by Daylight developer teases a graphical update is “cooking,” along with revealing more in a new Q&A with the Chinese community.
WWE 2K26 reveals major Universe and MyGM mode improvements as more new faces debut
(2/17/2026, 11:14 AM) - VideoGamerMajor WWE 2K26 MyGM and Universe mode improvements revealed, as 2K continues to confirm more roster additions.
Valve warns of Steam Deck OLED stock issues due to RAM shortage
(2/17/2026, 11:09 AM) - gamedeveloperHardware manufacturers are struggling to secure key components due to rampant demand within the AI industry.
Valve confirm Steam Deck stock issues due to "memory and storage shortages"
(2/17/2026, 11:05 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesWe reported recently how the Steam Deck was completely out of stock in the USA, Canada and Asia and now Valve have put up a short statement on it.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
My theory about the Galaxy S26 design was right, but I’m worried it’s not enough
(2/17/2026, 11:00 AM) - Android AuthorityWho would have thought that cheap phones would lead the way in terms of style?
Mini Review: Paranormasight: The Mermaid's Curse (Switch) - Plenty To Plunder In This Solid Sequel
(2/17/2026, 11:00 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesPart of your world.Paranormasight: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo was one of the most delightful surprises for the Switch; a visual novel that broke the fourth wall in unique ways while telling a compelling story laced with horror. The sequel, Paranormasight: The Mermaid’s Curse, is more of the same, ...
Mewgenics sets huge Steam concurrent player record, taking a crown previously worn by Hades 2
(2/17/2026, 10:55 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedMewgenics, the cat breeding indie hit from the creators of The Binding of Isaac and The End is Nigh, has broken a rather impressive Steam record. Read more- Businesses may be caught by government proposals to restrict VPN use
(2/17/2026, 10:48 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comLabour proposals to restrict social media use to people aged 16 and under could have unintended consequences for businesses using virtual private networks 
Assassin's Creed Shadows' Latest Update Arrives On Switch 2 Today, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
(2/17/2026, 10:45 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesJump in!We briefly mentioned this one in yesterday's release date reveal for the Assassin's Creed Shadows Claws of Awaji expansion, but the game's latest title update arrives on Switch 2 today, so we've got a new list of patch notes to share.The ver. 1.1.8 patch will drop later on today, weighing in...
The Rogue Prince of Persia unveils spring 2026 roadmap of updates with "quicker and tougher" biomes and improved endgame
(2/17/2026, 10:44 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedThe Rogue Prince of Persia might not be one of the most popular roguelites around, but it's charmed enough veterans and newcomers since it launched into 1.0 last year. We figured it would be ending its development run shortly afterwards, but Evil Empire (one of the studios now hard at work on the ne...
Update: Hasbro shutters internal video game studio Atomic Arcade
(2/17/2026, 10:41 AM) - gamedeveloperThe North Carolina studio had been developing a title based on the G.I. Joe franchise.- The ethical challenges of America’s social media vetting policy
(2/17/2026, 10:37 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comThe US government is incorporating social media vetting as part of its border control policy, leading to concerns about what data will be collected and how it will be protected 
The Galaxy S26 is fixing my biggest complaint from the S25
(2/17/2026, 10:30 AM) - Android AuthorityThe Galaxy S26 promise no more 50 shades of grey, and I'm here for it.
Valve admits Steam Deck availability is affected by memory and storage shortages
(2/17/2026, 10:29 AM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsDon’t expect the Steam Deck to be easier to get anytime soon. Valve has posted a notice on the Steam Deck page with a warning that the handheld gaming console “may be out of stock intermittently” in certain regions “due to memory and storage shortages.” The company also reiterated that the more affo...
Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile will be shut down in April after Activision states it "did not meet our expectations with mobile-first players"
(2/17/2026, 10:23 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedActivision Blizzard has announced that Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile, a spin off from the hugely popular battle royale, will be shutting down on 17th April. Read more
Shutaro Iida, Influential Castlevania and Bloodstained Developer, Dies at 52
(2/17/2026, 10:05 AM) - VideoGamerVeteran game developer Shutaro Iida, known for his influential work on the Castlevania and Bloodstained series, has died at the age of 52 following a battle with pancreatic cancer. His family confirmed via social media that Iida died on February 10 following a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer in late ...
Yep, the Steam Deck OLED going out of stock is due to the AI-fuelled RAM and storage shortages, Valve confirm
(2/17/2026, 10:05 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedAs feared, the recent uptick in Steam Decks being noted as out of stock is down to the ongoing memory crisis. RAM prices have been driven through the roof by AI companies gobbling up memory sticks en-masse, with the other downside of that being the tech's very scarce at the moment. Cue companies lik...- Ireland now also investigating X over Grok-made sexual images
(2/17/2026, 10:02 AM) - BleepingComputerIreland's Data Protection Commission (DPC), the country's data protection authority, has opened a formal investigation into X over the use of the platform's Grok artificial intelligence tool to generate non-consensual sexual images of real people, including children. [...] 
The best noise-canceling headphones for 2026
(2/17/2026, 10:01 AM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsNoise is hard to escape, whether it’s the hum of traffic, the buzz of a busy office or the neighbor’s lawn mower starting up right when you need to focus. That’s where noise-canceling headphones earn their keep. A good pair doesn’t just quiet the world around you, it creates a pocket of calm so you ...
After a decade of reviewing phones, I really miss metal backs
(2/17/2026, 10:00 AM) - Android AuthorityMuch like microSD card slots and removable batteries, I'd love metal backs to make a comeback.
Three Games Are Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (February 17)
(2/17/2026, 10:00 AM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsUpdate: we have a third surprise addition!Welcome to your latest Xbox Game Pass roundup! Today, three games are entering the service across multiple tiers, including the pictured Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora for Ultimate and PC subscribers later today.Here's a breakdown of your two new Xbox Game Pas...
UK Charts: Mario Tennis Fever Serves Up A Decent Debut
(2/17/2026, 10:00 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesBut it's not enough to take the trophy.We are back with an updated look at the UK physical gaming charts, and once again, there are a few newcomers sprinkled into the mix this week!The biggest news for us Switch fans is Mario Tennis Fever, which has put up a strong performance in its debut week and ...- Rakuten Mobile proposal selected for Jaxa space strategy
(2/17/2026, 9:45 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comMobile comms provider and University of Tokyo has secured up to £53m in funding from Japan’s national aerospace agency for an R&D project into AI-based next-gen satellite communications 
CyberConnect2 unveils .hack//Z.E.R.O. for the studio's 30th anniversary, Bandai Namco not involved
(2/17/2026, 9:26 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedDo you remember the .hack series? Are you even old enough to know what it is? Don't worry if your answer is negative, as even RPG veterans admit it wasn't particularly big in the West. Still, it remains one of the most fascinating series out there, albeit a hard one to follow due to its complicated ...- Photographer Crams Functional Computer Inside a DSLR Camera Lens Adapter
(2/17/2026, 8:51 AM) - TechEBlogPhotographer Ancient crammed a fully functional computer into the tiny gap of a lens adapter, which may seem like an odd location to put one, but that’s just the goal. This adapter, which connects DSLR lenses to mirrorless camera bodies, is often just a hole in a metal item, but Ancient didn’t think... 
Grab Nova Launcher Prime now if you don’t want to end up overpaying later
(2/17/2026, 8:39 AM) - Android AuthorityNew owners are evaluation new payment structures, and subscriptions might be imminent.- Interview: Pure Storage’s Niki Armstrong on achieving more with less in sustainability
(2/17/2026, 8:26 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comThink about sustainability as a product in itself, urges the company’s legal and corporate sustainability leader 
The best Apple Watch in 2026
(2/17/2026, 8:00 AM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsThere are just three models of Apple Watch — and $500 separates the most affordable from the premium model, with the flagship landing somewhere in between. Before the launch of the overhauled Apple Watch SE 3 in late 2025, it was pretty easy to direct most people to the Apple Watch Series 11. But wi...- Singapore’s AI ROI Reality: High Spend, Hard Returns
(2/17/2026, 7:56 AM) - TechRepublicSingapore enterprises are investing heavily in AI, but returns remain uneven. Here’s why governance, cost control and capacity matter more than headcount cuts. The post Singapore’s AI ROI Reality: High Spend, Hard Returns appeared first on TechRepublic. - India’s Cybersecurity Cost Equation
(2/17/2026, 7:47 AM) - TechRepublicIndia’s cybersecurity budgets are rising, but SOC capacity isn’t keeping pace. Here’s how enterprises are measuring ROI and operational efficiency. The post India’s Cybersecurity Cost Equation appeared first on TechRepublic. 
Nothing crashes Apple’s party with cheeky Phone 4a series launch teaser
(2/17/2026, 7:46 AM) - Android AuthorityForget AI slop, Nothing is straight up stealing Apple's invite.- Linx upgrades Lunar Digital datacentre to full resilient point of presence
(2/17/2026, 7:45 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comManchester-based datacentre upgrading its network resilience with London Internet Exchange to support network traffic 
Now Verizon has some good news if you want to unlock your phone
(2/17/2026, 7:44 AM) - Android AuthorityVerizon says it'll soon offer immediate device unlocking for all payment types.- How to Choose a Password Manager for Your Business
(2/17/2026, 7:36 AM) - TechRepublicLearn how to choose a business-ready password manager by evaluating security, admin controls, scalability, and integration with identity systems. The post How to Choose a Password Manager for Your Business appeared first on TechRepublic. - Datacentre demand is huge but power and skills hold things back, survey shows
(2/17/2026, 7:09 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comBCS Consultancy survey finds demand for datacentres is growing apace, but power constraints and skills shortages are hampering delivery and operations 
Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom "Exclusive Edition" Link Statue Announced, Here's A Sneak Peek
(2/17/2026, 6:45 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesPre-orders open next week.Nintendo's Legend of Zelda series celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, and it appears First 4 Figures will be joining in on the fun.In a new announcement this week, the statue maker has given its followers on social media and YouTube a "sneak peek" of a new Tears of t...- YouTube TV’s new plans explained: Prices, channels, switching, availability (Updated: More details)
(2/17/2026, 6:32 AM) - Android AuthorityHere's a breakdown of what you're getting from the new YouTube TV plans, how to switch, and more. - IT Sustainability Think Tank: The digital diet and the growing cost of AI energy use
(2/17/2026, 6:26 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comWhen it comes to the environmental impacts of AI, should big tech firms or enterprises, and their IT departments, be expected to “do their bit” to limit the potential environmental fallout of the technology's growing usage? 
Samsung’s latest Galaxy S26 teaser is pure AI slop
(2/17/2026, 6:22 AM) - Android AuthorityYou don't need Samsung's fine print to realize that this is a low-quality AI-generated video.- Tesco vs VMware: Dell weighs in on VMware contractual obligation
(2/17/2026, 6:00 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comAre negotiated software renewal fees binding? Dell is arguing that this provision in Tesco’s VMware 2021 contract amounts to a commitment 
Wear OS notifications for Google Messages are getting a smart new trick
(2/17/2026, 5:29 AM) - Android AuthorityYou can now mark messages as read right from the notification.- Google Cloud supplants Azure as Unilever cloud of choice
(2/17/2026, 5:07 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comMicrosoft Azure provided ‘the bulk’ of provision when Unilever went all-in on cloud in 2023, but now Google will be the ‘destination’ for the multinational’s cloud and data platform - British Transport Police start using live facial recognition
(2/17/2026, 4:45 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comBritish Transport Police will deploy facial recognition for six months despite calls for the government to halt its rapid expansion of the technology - Italian Navy sets sail with Ericsson 5G
(2/17/2026, 4:45 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comProject sees long-range 5G Standalone data communication at sea successfully demonstrated, with on-board connectivity and naval vessel systems tested in real day and night operations 
PSA: Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage Switch 2 Open Beta Test Starts This Week
(2/17/2026, 4:35 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesIncluding cross-play network testing.Ahead of next month's release of Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage on the Switch 2 this March, Sega is running an open beta test.Yes, in case you missed this news, it starts this week from 18th February 2026 and will run until 23rd February 2026. To join the ...- Interview: CyrusOne on the sustainable innovation that drives datacentre business outcomes
(2/17/2026, 4:22 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comSustainability initiatives continue to drive competitive advantage in addition to cutting costs, reveals Kyle Myers of colocation giant CyrusOne 
Ubisoft Reportedly Aware Of Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition OST Requests
(2/17/2026, 3:55 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesThe new release comes with a "reimagined" soundtrack.Rayman officially made a return on the Switch and multiple other platforms last week with the release of Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition.While many fans are glad to see this iconic video game character return, as highlighted by our colleagues at ...
Google confirms new Downloads backup feature for Android: Here’s how it’ll work
(2/17/2026, 3:14 AM) - Android AuthorityWe've been tracking the feature for months and can tell you exactly what it can and can't do.
Free-To-Play Racer Asphalt Legends Gets A Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
(2/17/2026, 1:55 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesIncluding visual enhancements and more.If you're looking for another arcade racing game to try out on Nintendo's new hybrid system, Gameloft has this week released a Switch 2 Edition of its free-to-play racer Asphalt Legends.Read the full article on nintendolife.com- Big Hops Dev Dive Documentary Released
(2/17/2026, 1:03 AM) - GamersHeroesA 3D platformer action-adventure featuring deep movement and fresh frog-tongue gameplay, learn more about Luckshot Games’ Big Hops and its six-year journey with its new Dev Dive Documentary. The post Big Hops Dev Dive Documentary Released appeared first on GamersHeroes. 
Gallery: Jakks Pacific Has Officially Revealed Its Mario Galaxy Movie Toy Line
(2/17/2026, 12:55 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesHere's a first look.The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is arriving in cinemas this April, and as expected, there will be a lot of themed merchandise and toys.Following Smyths reveal of an interactive Yoshi, American toy maker Jakks Pacific has now revealed its own official toy line for the anticipated seq...
Deal: ASUS ZenScreen MQ16AHE portable monitor hits record-low price
(2/17/2026, 12:15 AM) - Android AuthorityYou can take this OLED monitor anywhere!- The Rise of Credential Stuffing Attacks
(2/16/2026, 11:29 PM) - TechRepublicCredential stuffing attacks use stolen passwords to log in at scale. Learn how they work, why they’re rising, and how to defend with stronger authentication. The post The Rise of Credential Stuffing Attacks appeared first on TechRepublic. 
MagicX Two Dream teaser shows off the upcoming gaming handheld from all angles
(2/16/2026, 11:26 PM) - Android AuthorityThe MagicX Two Dream Light and Two Dream Pro feature a headphone jack, USB-C port, and microSD card slot.
There's a dedicated channel for Formula 1 in the Apple TV app now
(2/16/2026, 11:09 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsApple continues to double down on its Formula 1 programming, following up on the box office success of its blockbuster movie by adding a dedicated channel for the racing league to the Apple TV app. This section of the streaming service hints at some of what may be coming when the F1 season begins wi...
More Rode mics can now connect directly to iPhones and iPads
(2/16/2026, 11:00 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsRode is rolling out a firmware update for its Wireless Pro and Wireless Go (third-gen) microphones to add a feature called Direct Connect, which was already available for the Wireless Micro. This allows the mics to pair with iPhones and iPads via Bluetooth without the need for a receiver. All you’ll...
Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile will go offline on April 17
(2/16/2026, 10:22 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsCall of Duty: Warzone Mobile will be no more this spring. According to Activision, servers will be taken offline for this mobile battle royale game on April 17, 2026. The shooter will remain available for current players until that date. This mobile port of the CoD battle royale mode has been on its...
Nintendo emulation is getting a major arcade upgrade
(2/16/2026, 10:05 PM) - Android AuthorityYou can now play Mario Kart Arcade GP and F-Zero AX from your phone — thanks, Dolphin!
This camera-focused flagship might finally have a global launch date, and it’s soon
(2/16/2026, 10:04 PM) - Android AuthorityThe Xiaomi 17 series is gearing up for a global launch with a lower-capacity battery.
Galaxy S26 vs S26 Ultra: Early benchmarks tell an interesting story
(2/16/2026, 9:55 PM) - Android AuthorityEarly benchmarks suggest Qualcomm’s chip in the Galaxy S26 Ultra may outpace the Exynos 2600 in the standard model.
Bloober Team Announces Layers Of Fear 3
(2/16/2026, 9:53 PM) - Game Informer NewsToday marks the 10th anniversary of the launch of the first Layers of Fear, and for fans, developer Bloober Team is celebrating in the best way possible: by announcing a new entry. Layers of Fear 3 is officially on the way. A live-action teaser trailer features a man reciting William Blake’s poem Th...
You have under 8 hours to save 40% on the Ring Battery Doorbell
(2/16/2026, 9:26 PM) - Android AuthorityYou can't put a price on security, but you can definitely pay less for it!- Washington Hotel in Japan discloses ransomware infection incident
(2/16/2026, 9:10 PM) - BleepingComputerThe Washington Hotel brand in Japan has announced that that its servers were compromised in a ransomware attack, exposing various business data. [...] - Apple Warns macOS Users: Rosetta 2 Support Is Ending Soon
(2/16/2026, 8:53 PM) - TechRepublicApple’s macOS 26.4 introduces warnings about Rosetta 2’s eventual removal, signaling the end of Intel app support on Apple silicon Macs. The post Apple Warns macOS Users: Rosetta 2 Support Is Ending Soon appeared first on TechRepublic. 
This might be the next Android brand to do MagSafe-style wireless charging
(2/16/2026, 8:21 PM) - Android AuthorityWho will be the next with built-in magnets for Qi2 wireless charging?
This Galaxy Z Fold 8 rival just showed up in the wild, and it’s rocking an eye-catching color
(2/16/2026, 8:03 PM) - Android AuthorityThe HONOR Magic V6 makes an early appearance ahead of its big stage debut.
The best noise-canceling earbuds for 2026
(2/16/2026, 8:01 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsNoise-canceling earbuds have become an everyday essential for a lot of people, whether you’re trying to survive a noisy commute, concentrate in a shared workspace or just carve out a little quiet time. Advances in active noise cancellation and audio processing mean today’s best earbuds do a much bet...- How open world Soulslike deckbuilder Death Howl was built
(2/16/2026, 8:00 PM) - PlayStation.BlogWhen we first started working on Death Howl, if you had told me we were building an “open world, soulslike deckbuilder,” I would have looked at you with a fair bit of confusion. It sounds like a recipe made out of components that don’t naturally fit together. Yet, as we prepare to bring the journey ... - Eurail says stolen traveler data now up for sale on dark web
(2/16/2026, 7:19 PM) - BleepingComputerEurail B.V., the operator that provides access to 250,000 kilometers of European railways, confirmed that data stolen in a breach earlier this year is being offered for sale on the dark web. [...] - Fake CAPTCHA Scam Tricks Windows Users Into Installing Malware
(2/16/2026, 7:02 PM) - TechRepublicA fake CAPTCHA scam is tricking Windows users into running PowerShell commands that install StealC malware and steal passwords, crypto wallets, and more. The post Fake CAPTCHA Scam Tricks Windows Users Into Installing Malware appeared first on TechRepublic. 
Assassin's Creed Shadows 'Claws Of Awaji' Expansion Lands Switch 2 Release Date
(2/16/2026, 6:45 PM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesWinter roadmap reveals all.Assassin's Creed Shadows arrived as an almost complete package on Switch 2 at the end of last year. The only content missing from this portable version was the Claws of Awaji expansion — which had landed on other systems back in September — for which Ubisoft provided a vag...
Apple's Podcasts app now supports HTTP Live Streaming video technology
(2/16/2026, 6:26 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsApple is planning a major update for its Podcasts app. The app now supports the company's HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) video technology. Previously, it only streamed video in various formats like MOV, MP4 and M4V. This provides several benefits for the end user. It lets people switch seamlessly between...
iPhone Fold rumors: Everything we know so far, including the leaked design, upgrades, price and more details
(2/16/2026, 6:20 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsApple still hasn’t officially announced a foldable iPhone, but the rumor mill hasn’t slowed down. Over the past few months, analysts, supply-chain watchers and leakers have continued to sketch out what Apple’s first folding phone might look like and when it could finally arrive. Most signs still poi...
Total War: Warhammer 3 is getting some absolutely murderous cats
(2/16/2026, 6:05 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedCreative Assembly have just detailed Total War: Warhammer 3’s first character pack, these being “smaller, focused content drops built around a single character with their own unique feature, supported by a handful of exciting new units”, priced (in this case) at £3.99, $4.99 or €4.99 apiece. Read ...- Relaxed Survival Title ASTROBOTANICA Now Available in Steam Early Access
(2/16/2026, 6:03 PM) - GamersHeroesA relaxed open-world survival title set on a Prehistoric Earth, Space Goblin Studio’s ASTROBOTANICA is now available in Steam Early Access. The post Relaxed Survival Title ASTROBOTANICA Now Available in Steam Early Access appeared first on GamersHeroes. 
Poll: What Are Your First Impressions Of High On Life 2 On Xbox & Game Pass?
(2/16/2026, 6:00 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsLiking it so far?With High on Life 2 being live on Xbox and Game Pass for a full weekend now, we thought we'd check in with you fine folks on how you're getting on with Squanch Games' sequel so far.Once critics' impressions had arrived and settled late last week, the aggregate review score ended up ...
Samsung clears space for Unpacked with a Galaxy device vanishing act
(2/16/2026, 5:52 PM) - Android AuthoritySamsung looks to be trimming its US earbuds lineup by doing away with one controversial model.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake director says going multiplatform won’t hurt Part 3
(2/16/2026, 5:18 PM) - VideoGamerAfter a grand launch on Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series X|S, the ambitious RPG Final Fantasy 7 Remake continues to win hearts over on multiple systems. With all signs suggesting the third installment will also be multiplatform, trilogy director Naoki Hamaguchi has addressed fan concerns about this...
If Mewgenics is too appalling, you might prefer the turn-based charms of Dobbel Dungeon
(2/16/2026, 5:17 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedThe first thing I noticed about turn-based tactics game Dobbel Dungeon is that you can see fingerprints on the playdough character models. Even hard metallic objects such as swords are decked with faint, glimmering whorls. I’d have liked the game to let me leave my own prints on those playdough char...
Space strategy game Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes has a demo out now
(2/16/2026, 5:15 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesBattlestar Galactica is one of the best space sci-fi series around, and now you have a chance to explore more in Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Assassin's Creed Shadows winter roadmap includes community parkour and Switch 2 Claws of Awaji release date
(2/16/2026, 4:57 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedUbisoft has shared its Winter Roadmap for Assassin's Creed Shadows. Read more- Fake ‘Antivirus’ App Spreads Android Malware, Steals Banking Credentials
(2/16/2026, 4:54 PM) - TechRepublicA fake Android antivirus app called TrustBastion is spreading malware and stealing banking credentials. Here’s how it works and how to stay protected. The post Fake ‘Antivirus’ App Spreads Android Malware, Steals Banking Credentials appeared first on TechRepublic. 
Unity says its AI tech will soon be able to 'prompt full casual games into existence'
(2/16/2026, 4:51 PM) - gamedeveloperCompany CEO Matt Bromberg claims AI will empower non-coders and seasoned developers alike.
The Vatican introduces an AI-assisted live translation service
(2/16/2026, 4:30 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsThe Vatican is leaning into AI. AI-assisted live translations are being introduced for Holy Mass attendees — the holy masses if you will. The Papal Basilica of Saint Peter in the Vatican has teamed up with Translated, a language service provider, to create live translations in 60 languages. "Saint ...
Ubisoft Says Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition Support Is Planned, Physical Version Skips Xbox
(2/16/2026, 4:30 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest News"Support for Rayman 30th Anniversay Edition has not ended".Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition was announced last week as part of Sony's State of Play conference for February 2026 - and despite a positive reaction to the game's reveal, save bugs and soundtrack concerns have dampened the release somewha...
Battlefield 6 skins with big edgy skull masks have seemingly been changed following community outcry
(2/16/2026, 4:29 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedSome upcoming skins for Battlefield 6 which initially had edgy skull masks appear to have been drastically changed to look a bit more realistic, judging by community findings. Read more- India Hits 100M Weekly ChatGPT Users, Becoming OpenAI’s Second-Largest Market
(2/16/2026, 4:21 PM) - TechRepublicSam Altman says India has reached 100 million weekly ChatGPT users, making it ChatGPT’s second-largest market after the U.S., driven by student adoption. The post India Hits 100M Weekly ChatGPT Users, Becoming OpenAI’s Second-Largest Market appeared first on TechRepublic. 
Apple sets next showcase for March 4 — here’s what we know
(2/16/2026, 4:19 PM) - Android AuthorityThe early March event could feature the launch of the iPhone 17e, but details are light.
Bloober Team’s mysterious Valentine’s Day tease was for Layers of Fear 3
(2/16/2026, 4:17 PM) - VideoGamerAfter much speculation, Bloober Team’s mysterious Valentine’s Day tease was revealed to be Layers of Fear 3, which is an exciting prospect for survival horror fans who continue to eat well in 2026. The tease was originally thought to be a remake of the controversial PS2 game, Rule of Rose, before Bl...
It's "hard to push innovation" in racing games compared to other genres, reckons Star Wars: Galactic Racer creative director
(2/16/2026, 4:03 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedStar Wars: Galactic Racer, Fuse Games' take on offroad speeder rushes in a galaxy far, far, away, sounds more and more up my alley every time I hear about it. That's no different in a freshly published interview with Fuse founder Matt Webster and creative director Kieran Crimmins, which sees the pai...
Hardsuit's canned Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 refuses to fade away, as leaked gameplay videos show what might have been
(2/16/2026, 4:00 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News Feed“Get me somebody who’s played The Chinese Room's Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 STAT,” I yelled, barging through the double doors of our seedy news saloon. “I need 300 or more tasty words on these leaked videos of the older, unreleased Hardsuit Labs version.” A grim silence fell across the c...- Noah Donohoe inquest reveals issues with police ControlWorks system
(2/16/2026, 3:50 PM) - ComputerWeekly.comAn inquest heard that there were major issues with the system used by the Police Service of Northern Ireland to record information reported by the public 
Layers of Fear 3 revealed via a mysterious trailer and poem
(2/16/2026, 3:30 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsBloober Team has revealed Layers of Fear 3 following a Valentine's Day countdown that started at the beginning of 2026. The new chapter will include not only a game but a novel and music, the company said in a press release. The developer revealed the new IP via a live-action teaser, with an actor ...
Yet another NetEase studio is going independent
(2/16/2026, 3:27 PM) - gamedeveloperAnchor Point Studios was unveiled by the Chinese conglomerate in 2023 but is now facing an uncertain future.
"This is made to be a premium experience" Crimson Desert has no microtransactions despite its Black Desert Online pedigree, says Pearl Abyss
(2/16/2026, 3:23 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedCrimson Desert has slowly but steadily become one of 2026's open world games to watch out for, and with a March release date now locked, lots of people are seriously starting to consider making a trip to Pywel soon. At the same time, veterans might have reservations about jumping in at launch based ...
Sony reportedly mulling PS6 delay while Nintendo eyes Switch 2 price hike as AI-driven RAM shortages continue
(2/16/2026, 3:18 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedSony is reportedly looking to push back the launch of PlayStation 6 in response to memory shortages caused by tech giants' continuing AI expansion drive, while Nintendo is said to be considering a price hike for Switch 2. Read more
Fuse taps into its Burnout heritage to make sure Star Wars Galactic Racer delivers "high risk, high thrill" races packed with that "Star Wars magic"
(2/16/2026, 3:14 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedIf you were watching last week's Sony State of Play, you'll have surely seen the latest trailer for Star Wars: Galactic Racer. Hectic chases through exotic planets, tense moments between the drivers, and… Wait. Hang on. That crash, it looked a lot like a Burnout crash? Was that real, or some cinemat...
High on Life 2 review
(2/16/2026, 3:06 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedI cannot stress how much I detested High on Life when its loser-ass jiggled out of its mum's basement in a suffocating cloud of weed-smoke. Squanch Games' 2022 FPS was a cynical, jabbering mess that overcompensated for its limp gunplay with meandering, interminable stoner humour. Eurogamer's High on...
New Report On PS6 Delay Throws Next-Gen Timing Into Doubt
(2/16/2026, 3:00 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsBecause of, you guessed it, RAM and SSD shortages.It's a bit of a whirlwind right now in terms of next-gen news, isn't it? We've heard directly from AMD that the next Xbox is "progressing well" to release in 2027, while other reports have suggested that component shortages and price increases could ...
Apple's next event is set for March 4
(2/16/2026, 2:59 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsApple has lined up its first event of the year. The company has invited members of the press to an “Apple Experience” that’s taking place in New York City on March 4 at 9AM ET. It hasn’t yet confirmed whether it will stream the event publicly. According to MacRumors, versions of this Apple Experienc...
You told us: These are the phones you should totally avoid buying in February
(2/16/2026, 2:56 PM) - Android AuthorityYou better put off buying any phone until the end of the month!
Presidents' Day sales 2026 are live: The best tech deals up to 43 percent off to shop from Apple, Samsung, Anker and others
(2/16/2026, 2:51 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsPresidents’ Day is a great time to buy appliances, mattresses and furniture as they are often on sale for the holiday. Tech also gets discounted around this time, but you have to do a bit more digging to find actually good deals. And this year, Presidents’ Day comes right after Valentine’s Day and S...
Crimson Desert confirms no microtransactions in stark contrast to Assassin’s Creed
(2/16/2026, 2:49 PM) - VideoGamerCrismon Desert developer has confirmed there will be no microtransactions, in a stark contrast to Ubisoft and Assassin’s Creed.
Apple Presidents' Day sales are live: Get the Apple Watch Series 11 for $299, plus more deals to shop now
(2/16/2026, 2:44 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsIf you need a little help with your New Year's resolution to be more active, you can save on the latest Apple Watch right now. The Apple Watch Series 11 is on sale for $299 for Presidents' Day, which is $100 off and the lowest price we've seen. A number of other Apple devices are on sale for the hol...
Multiple classic characters could be at risk in Resident Evil Requiem
(2/16/2026, 2:20 PM) - VideoGamerSony’s State of Play brought us a suspenseful fourth trailer for Resident Evil Requiem, and for all the exciting things it contained, there was one very worrying aspect. Fan favourite Leon Kennedy is infected once again, but this time things could be very grave indeed – and not just for Leon, but fo...- Amazon’s Ring Cuts Ties With Flock Safety Amid Consumer Surveillance Backlash
(2/16/2026, 2:14 PM) - TechRepublicAmazon ends Ring’s planned Flock Safety integration after Super Bowl backlash, reigniting debate over surveillance technology and consumer privacy. The post Amazon’s Ring Cuts Ties With Flock Safety Amid Consumer Surveillance Backlash appeared first on TechRepublic. 
ABIDE is an extreme stop-motion horror game from the devs of Judero and Mashina
(2/16/2026, 2:11 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesSet in a secluded community retreat that uses various therapeutic techniques to try and rehabilitate its residents, ABIDE certainly looks to be different.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
God of War creator blasts Sons of Sparta spin-off
(2/16/2026, 2:06 PM) - VideoGamerThe original creator of God of War, David Jaffe, took to YouTube to share his dissatisfaction with the latest God of War spin-off, Sons of Sparta. The nine-minute monologue opened passionately as Jaffe said, “It’s a $30 (£24.99) game. I don’t like it. I don’t recommend it….Like, ‘what the f**k are ...- God of War Sons of Sparta – Mega Cat Studios discuss origins of Kratos and company’s name
(2/16/2026, 2:04 PM) - PlayStation.BlogWhen Mega Cat Studios sat down to dream big, one name sat at the very top of their wishlist: God of War. Years later, that long-shot ambition has become God of War Sons of Sparta, a newly released prequel developed in collaboration with Santa Monica Studio (SMS). Set at the earliest point in the ser... 
The creators of Mixtape want to make a great hangout video game
(2/16/2026, 2:00 PM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsFor most adventure games, the long-term goal can often focus on solving a grand mystery or chasing a lost artifact of the past. But for the upcoming Mixtape, from publisher Annapurna Interactive, it sets its sights on the misadventures of young friends enjoying their last days together before moving...
Comedy co-op physics platformer Log Riders adds Linux support and looks hilarious
(2/16/2026, 1:51 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesLog Riders is a co-op platformer around running on top of wooden logs, it looks hilarious and now there's full Native Linux support too.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Get some quality horror in the Love You to Death Humble Bundle
(2/16/2026, 1:30 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesThe Love You to Death Humble Bundle has some highly rated scarier experiences for cheaps, here's your usual run over what games you can get in it.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Silent Hill 2 Dev Announces Layers Of Fear 3 To Celebrate Series' 10-Year Anniversary
(2/16/2026, 1:30 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsSays to "stay tuned" for updates.As part of a "special showcase" to celebrate 10 years of Layers of Fear, developer Bloober Team has announced Layers of Fear 3 - with a request for fans to "stay tuned" for further information on the title.Yep, this was a sort of 'tone piece' type trailer — with LOF3...
"Being realistic sometimes isn't fun" What Bethesda learned from making Fallout 3's Metro underground "too sprawling"
(2/16/2026, 1:24 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedFallout Season 2 and the imminent arrival of Fallout 4's Switch 2 port have led to a plethora of news on the past, present, and future of the franchise. Of course, that includes plenty of new insights on the development of the more distant games, such as Fallout 3. Read more
Report: Sony and Nintendo mulling hardware delays and pricing due to RAM shortage
(2/16/2026, 1:22 PM) - gamedeveloperPeople familiar with the situation claim the next PlayStation might be pushed back until 2028 or 2029.
Dead By Daylight leaker claims Lauren Tsai from Death Stranding 2 is joining soon
(2/16/2026, 1:06 PM) - VideoGamerDead By Daylight leaker claims famous artist, actress, and model Lauren Tsai from Death Stranding 2 is joining the fog soon.
Good news, UK Discord users, we're part of a Peter Thiel-linked data collection "experiment"
(2/16/2026, 1:02 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedDiscord have belatedly confirmed that they're working with Persona, an identity detection firm backed by a fund directed by Palantir chairman Peter Thiel, as part of Discord's new global age verification system rollout. The collaboration is described as an "experiment" involving people in the UK spe...
Mewgenics' early mods include an incompetent auto-battler that shamelessly mimics my playstyle, more cat hoarding, and good poop
(2/16/2026, 1:01 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News Feed"You will get anywhere between a fairly surgical battle with the more simple moves and synergies, to a downright-drunken-disaster run. [They] act with basically zero understanding of enemy mechanics, no regard for their ability order, and they couldn't give less of a damn about tile hazards." This i...
Clean the infected family PC in the new Antivirus Survivors 2003 Professional demo
(2/16/2026, 1:00 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesAntivirus Survivors 2003 Professional takes the idea of Vampire Survivors and everything similar, and turns you into a mouse cursor inside an infected PC.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Galaxy S26 Ultra selfie camera leak has us playing ‘spot the difference’
(2/16/2026, 1:00 PM) - Android AuthorityDon't expect a significant selfie camera upgrade on the S26 Ultra.- NotebookLM under fire: Popular radio host says Google stole his voice
(2/16/2026, 12:50 PM) - Android AuthorityFormer NPR host David Greene alleges the AI’s Audio Overviews feature replicated his voice persona without permission. 
X4: Foundations is getting cross-platform cloud saves - possible breakage coming for Linux
(2/16/2026, 12:38 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesEgosoft have announced that X4: Foundations is finally getting cross-platform Steam Cloud saves, but desktop Linux users may need to make some backups.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
"What the f**k are they thinking" - Original God of War creator slams Sons of Sparta, branding it "one of worst decisions" ever made
(2/16/2026, 12:31 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedIt is fair to say God of War creator David Jaffe is less than enamoured with the series' newest entry, 2D side-scroller Sons of Sparta. Read more
Logan Paul’s illustrator Pikachu sells for a staggering amount in a problematic market
(2/16/2026, 12:30 PM) - VideoGamerFormer Vine star Logan Paul has broken his own record for the most expensive Pokémon card. The card in question is the illustrator Pikachu card, which was created for the winners of the illustration contest run by CoroCoro comics between 1997 and 1998. This card was never reprinted and was never sol...
Blue Archive devs confirm Steam Deck and controller support is on the way
(2/16/2026, 12:28 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesThe free to play Blue Archive from NEXON arrived on Steam last year, and they've confirmed upgrades are coming for Steam Deck and controller players.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Leaked Resident Evil Requiem file size is nearly triple that of Village as preload date nears
(2/16/2026, 12:20 PM) - VideoGamerThe leaked Resident Evil Requiem file size is nearly triple that of Village, and its preload date is quickly approaching.
Thoroughly strange dungeon crawler Pluto is all about constructing spells and using your fingers
(2/16/2026, 12:18 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesWith a pretty creepy looking style, the dungeon crawler Pluto is all about experimentation as you construct spells and wiggle your fingers.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Stellar Blade on Xbox and Switch 2? Developer Shift Up's plan to "broaden audience reach" could see the game hit new platforms
(2/16/2026, 12:12 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedLike it or not, Stellar Blade was a hit. Developer Shift Up (and PS5/PC publisher Sony) has been trying to avoid all sorts of drama since its release, but with over 3m copies sold overall by mid-2025, it's safe to say the action-adventure game found an audience. Read more
WWE 2K26 roster and ratings reveal date announced as 2K confirms new additions
(2/16/2026, 12:11 PM) - VideoGamerThe reveal date for the WWE 2K26 roster and ratings has been announced, just as 2K confirms several new additions.
The clever ASCII animated Stone Story RPG is getting a full standalone sequel
(2/16/2026, 12:09 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesStone Story Ascension was recently revealed as the full standalone follow-up to the impressive Stone Story RPG.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag remake rumored to release “few months” after mid-April reveal
(2/16/2026, 12:03 PM) - VideoGamerThe Assassin’s Creed Black Flag remake is now rumored to be revealed in April, as well as released a “few months” after.
Insomniac Shares Cold-Hearted Response To The Chances Of Spider-Man 2 Coming To Xbox
(2/16/2026, 12:00 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsDon't get your hopes up.With the likes of Helldivers 2 now out and thriving on Xbox platforms, some fans may have gotten their hopes up at other big PlayStation games potentially moving over - but it's probably best not to expect Sony's big story-driven titles to head to Xbox anytime soon.In fact, o...
GE-Proton 10-31 brings fixes for Arknights: Endfield, Duet Night Abyss and more
(2/16/2026, 11:57 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesGE-Proton 10-31 is another fresh released of the compatibility layer to run more games on Linux / SteamOS, with more game fixes available.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Holy hardware specs Lego Batman, they've sliced Legacy of the Dark Knight's recommended RAM in half
(2/16/2026, 11:48 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedLego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight has become the latest game to have its initially listed recommended RAM requirement yanked down by a substantial amount, following in the footsteps of fellow 2026 release 007: First Light. Read more
Report: Saudi Arabia eyeing $7 billion purchase of mobile studio Moonton
(2/16/2026, 11:33 AM) - gamedeveloperMoonton is owned by TikTok maker ByteDance and is known for titles including Mobile Legends: Bang Bang.
Here’s why Google’s sideloading restrictions actually make sense
(2/16/2026, 11:30 AM) - Android AuthorityI'd rather be frustrated than robbed.
ByteDance promises to tighten up its new AI video generator after viral Cruise vs. Pitt clip
(2/16/2026, 11:29 AM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsByteDance released Seedance 2.0 less than a week ago and enraged artists everywhere with a viral clip AI-generated clip of Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt fighting. Unsurprisingly, the AI video-making tool has reportedly already received multiple cease-and-desist letters around copyright infringement. Now,...
This week's new PC games are a treasure trove of the scary, eerie and occult, plus a charming Star Trek game
(2/16/2026, 11:25 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedHappy this week, all! It’s time once again to load the Maw up with new PC games, that we may stave off the apocalypse till next Monday. This week covers a wide spectrum of flavours and textures: papery, Dodo-ish, ducklike, inky, formaldehyde-y, pasty, furry, feculent, and fishy. Once you’re done thr...
Gemini’s split-screen upgrade is here, and it’s not just for tablets anymore
(2/16/2026, 11:25 AM) - Android AuthorityGemini can now read your other apps in split screen — no overlay needed.
This Nintendo Switch emulator just solved a major pain point for mod fans
(2/16/2026, 11:08 AM) - Android AuthorityPlay massive Nintendo Switch mods and DLCs with zero hassle.
Google hasn’t forgotten about video apps for Android Auto
(2/16/2026, 11:05 AM) - Android AuthorityA new code flag suggests the long-awaited entertainment feature is still in active development.
Metal Gear's Solid Snake joins the roster of Rainbow Six Siege, finally making a crossover with Splinter Cell's Sam Fisher real
(2/16/2026, 10:57 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedRainbow Six Siege is one of those multiplayer games that continue to thrive without making much noise outside their core communities. In fact, last year brought a number of substantial changes to the game through the Rainbow Six Siege X update. Shame about those massive attacks from hackers though. ...
These Galaxy Buds 4 series renders give us our best look yet at Samsung’s upcoming earbuds
(2/16/2026, 10:53 AM) - Android AuthorityThese new renders give us a great look at Samsung's upcoming earbuds.
These key Android Auto icons could soon get an Android 16-flavored refresh
(2/16/2026, 10:47 AM) - Android AuthorityAndroid Auto is in for a detailing job, and it looks fab!
Silent Hill 2 remake devs Bloober Team reveal Layers of Fear 3 via creepy poetry reading
(2/16/2026, 10:46 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedThere's nothing more spooky than having to neatly get your message across in a limited number of words which may or may not have to rhyme or stick to iambic pentameter. That's something Polish horror devs Bloober Team clearly understand, since they whipped out some William Blake poetry over the week...
Pokémon Pokopia director Takuto Edagawa confirms Minecraft-style "cloud" servers that don't require the host to be online
(2/16/2026, 10:23 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedSo, we know Pokémon Pokopia is looking impressive so far, and we've also been told it's a pretty long game even if you aren't planning on sticking around after the credits roll. With so much to do and a multiplayer option that's promising one of the most relaxing experiences of the year, how do its ...
The best gaming handhelds for 2026
(2/16/2026, 10:00 AM) - Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronicsHandheld gaming systems aren’t niche anymore. Today’s devices range from compact devices built around retro emulation to full-fledged portable PCs capable of running modern AAA games. That variety is exciting, but it also makes shopping harder. The “best” gaming handheld now depends less on a single...
Four Games Are Leaving Xbox Game Pass In Late February 2026
(2/16/2026, 10:00 AM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsHere's what's leaving soon.Microsoft has revealed the next four games leaving Xbox Game Pass in late February 2026, with all of these being highlighted as "leaving soon" on the official Xbox mobile app.We have a couple of biggies in here including Injustice 2 and Middle-earth: Shadow of War - so alt...
Final Fantasy 7 Remake 3 will not "compromise on graphics whatsoever" despite move to multiplatform release
(2/16/2026, 9:58 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedIf learning that the next entry into the Final Fantasy 7 Remake series was going multiplatform had you worried about the graphical quality of Square Enix's upcoming narrative rollercoaster, a recent interview with director Naoki Hamaguchi should put those fears to rest. Read more
A console release for Steam's cat-breeding roguelike hit Mewgenics is currently in the works
(2/16/2026, 9:53 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedA console release for Steam's cat-breeding roguelike Mewgenics is currently in the works. Read more
Google Photos users say this once-great feature has quietly gone downhill
(2/16/2026, 9:23 AM) - Android AuthorityHas Magic Eraser lost its magic for you as well? Here's what Google Photos users are saying.
Verizon is making it even harder to unlock your paid-off phone (Update)
(2/16/2026, 9:22 AM) - Android AuthorityUpdate: Verizon says it's working to support immediate unlocking for all payment types.
Android 17 Beta 1 reveals a surprising secret about the Pixel Launcher search bar
(2/16/2026, 8:51 AM) - Android AuthorityThe search bar is now the Google widget in disguise, and it has new hidden search provider settings.
YouTube adds new hurdles for ad blockers, and there’s currently no way around it
(2/16/2026, 8:22 AM) - Android AuthorityIt's another attempt to make users pay for YouTube Premium.
New Galaxy S26 series teaser shows how Privacy Display fights shoulder surfers
(2/16/2026, 6:18 AM) - Android AuthoritySamsung's latest teaser shows how the Galaxy S26 series will fight screen peekers on public transport.
Used Moltbot? Its creator just joined OpenAI
(2/16/2026, 5:01 AM) - Android AuthorityPeter Steinberger, the creator of Moltbot (now called OpenClaw), is joining OpenAI to work on next-gen personal AI agents.
Dead by Daylight movie will be written by Crawl and The Conjuring writers
(2/15/2026, 6:33 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedDavid Leslie Johnston-McGoldrick and Alexandre Aja will write Blumhouse-Atomc Monster's feature adaptation of Behaviour Interactive's Dead by Daylight. Read more
"Father of Sega hardware" Hideki Sato has reportedly died
(2/15/2026, 6:12 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedHideki Sato, the designer of most Sega home consoles, has allegedly died. Read more
TT Games downgrades PC requirements after initially suggesting players needed 32GB RAM to meet "recommended" spec
(2/15/2026, 4:33 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedTT Games has revised its PC specs for Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight downward after initially recommending at least 32GB of RAM. Read more
Xbox's Thomas The Tank Engine Trailer Is Getting A Ton Of Views, Set To Release In 2026
(2/15/2026, 4:00 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsWonders of Sodor is "coming soon" to the platform.Just over a week ago, it was quietly revealed that a Thomas the Tank Engine game would be "coming soon" to Xbox consoles, and the reaction has been significant from fans over on the official Xbox YouTube channel.The game is specifically called "Thoma...
Scott Pilgrim EX playable demo available now on Steam
(2/15/2026, 3:51 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedA playable demo for adventure brawler Scott Pilgrim EX is now available. Read more
Bloober Team's big reveal is Layers of Fear 3
(2/15/2026, 3:01 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedBloober Team's countdown to Valentine's Day has ended, and despite all those rose references, it's not a Rule of Rose revival, but is, in fact, Layers of Fear 3. Read more
Review: Want A PS5 Controller For Xbox? Hyperkin's 'The Competitor' Is Good And Affordable
(2/15/2026, 2:00 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsThere's a lot to like about this budget option.There was a time when I never would have suggested that I'd enjoy using a PlayStation controller on Xbox. It was all about the analog stick placement — as soon as those sticks started to overtake d-pads as the main control method in the PS2/PS3 generati...
50+ Games Are Reduced By 90-95% In The Xbox Lunar New Year Sale 2026
(2/15/2026, 12:00 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsHUGE discounts for great games!Looking for some cheap Xbox games during the Xbox Lunar New Year Sale 2026?We've got well over 900 titles discounted as part of the big February sale this year, and over 50 of those have dropped by 90% or even as much as 95% for the next two weeks.Read the full article...
Discord advises UK users that they "may be part of an experiment" where instead of their age verification data never leaving their phone, it will now actually leave their phone
(2/14/2026, 6:42 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedUK Discord users have raised concerns about the company's new age verification processes, claiming that while it had originally promised that "video selfies submitted for facial age estimation will never leave a user's device", a change in service provider allegedly now suggests otherwise. Read more
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 adds yet another Game of the Year award to the list, this time from the DICE Awards
(2/14/2026, 4:57 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedClair Obscur: Expedition 33 secured five awards at this week's Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences' (AIAS) DICE Awards (not to be confused with EA's Stockholm studio of the same name), including the coveted Game of the Year prize, while Sucker Punch's Ghost of Yotei secured three, including for A...
GTFO and Den of Wolves developer 10 Chambers confirms "large number" of layoffs, including "several of the studio's co-founders"
(2/14/2026, 4:17 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedWithin hours of co-founder and chief development officer, Hjalmar Vikström, announcing his departure to make "way smaller games", GTFO studio 10 Chambers has undertaken a "significant restructuring of the studio, impacting a large number of roles, including several of the studio's co-founders". Read...
'I Felt Incredibly Emotional' - Peter Molyneux Shares His Reaction To Xbox's Fable Reveal
(2/14/2026, 4:00 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest News"I just felt myself tearing up".Fable has a historical place in Xbox's history, particularly the first game with Peter Molyneux and Lionhead Studios at the helm back on the OG Xbox. Of course, Forza Horizon developer Playground Games is making this year's reboot - and following the team's big reveal...
Steam wants you to share your PC specs on your reviews
(2/14/2026, 3:34 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedValve is testing the ability to permit Steam reviewers to include hardware specs in their reviews. Read more
Three Games Are Confirmed For Xbox Game Pass In March 2026 So Far
(2/14/2026, 2:30 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsAn early look at next month's lineup.As we always do around this time of the month, we're taking an early look today at what's ahead for March 2026's Xbox Game Pass selection, with three titles having been confirmed for the service next month already.Planet of Lana 2 and Replaced are definitely stan...
Why is there such a bustling community around Marathon's soundtrack, when the game isn't even out yet? One producer tells us why
(2/14/2026, 1:39 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedIf there's one thing that I am unapologetically a fan of when it comes to Marathon, it's the game's approach to music. An electronic tracklist is nothing new in video games, of course, but this mix of aggressive high-tempo tunes and haunting vocals had me hooked the moment I first heard a song from ...
What we've been playing - "I think my brain might be cooked"
(2/14/2026, 8:00 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedHello and welcome back to our regular feature where we write a little about the games we've been playing. This week, Bertie plays a classic but finds himself getting a bit bored; Marie adopts a black cat called Salem; Tom can't get out of the menus; Victoria makes a young child cry; Dom Platinums a ...
The Video Games You Should Play This Weekend – February 13
(2/13/2026, 9:30 PM) - Game Informer NewsWelcome to Friday the 13th – the spookiest day of the year! In honor of the occasion we're playing mostly... not scary games. Unless you consider failing a nongram puzzle scary. Or you don't like cats? The new God of War game has some monsters in it. That's something right? Crisol, actually, is pret...
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 rides high at 2026 DICE Awards
(2/13/2026, 9:05 PM) - gamedeveloperTomorrow comes (and so do the awards).- God of War Sons of Sparta: What you need to know
(2/13/2026, 8:51 PM) - PlayStation.BlogGod of War Sons of Sparta is a brand-new entry to the series available now for the PlayStation 5! Developed by our partners at Mega Cat Studios, Sons of Sparta takes God of War staples and translates them like never before into a retro-inspired 2D action platformer. Looking to learn more before emb... 
Kingdom Come: Deliverance's 'Next-Gen Update' Is The Perfect Kind Of Enhancement
(2/13/2026, 8:03 PM) - Game Informer NewsWarhorse Studios has surprise-dropped a free Kingdom Come: Deliverance update on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S that brings the game up to Ultra Quality-like PC visuals on consoles. That includes 60 FPS performance, 4K resolution upscaling, improved textures and assets, and more. Out now, this up...
Konami Promises 'Numerous' New Castlevania Products For 40th Anniversary
(2/13/2026, 8:02 PM) - Game Informer NewsAn unexpected publisher stepped into the spotlight during yesterday's PlayStation State of Play presentation. That publisher was Konami, a once-prominent developer and publisher of video games that, in recent years, has come under fire from gamers for largely neglecting its multiple iconic franchise...- Official PlayStation Podcast Episode 534: State of Sparta
(2/13/2026, 6:43 PM) - PlayStation.BlogEmail us at PSPodcast@sony.com! Subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or download here Hey, everybody! Brett, Kristen, and I are back this week to talk about this week’s State of Play, along with all the exciting announcements that came with it. To celebrate the surprise launch of God of War Sons o... - Share of the Week: Romantic
(2/13/2026, 6:00 PM) - PlayStation.BlogLast week, we asked you to share romantic moments from your favorite games using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here are this week’s highlights: legend12480 shares Cloud holding Aerith in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth RazinZamee shares Kratos and Faye touching heads in God of War Ragarök Ninon76278564 shares a Perso... 
Nioh 3's first big patch "partially" fixes an issue which can make it impossible to heal mid-fight
(2/13/2026, 4:56 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedBrutal boss battler Nioh 3's first major post-release patch has arrived today, February 13th. Among its array of tweaks is a "partial" fix for a pretty serious issue - it sometimes being impossible for your character to down any healing elixirs in battle. Read more
Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War gets a satisfying demo and release date
(2/13/2026, 4:34 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesThe retro single-player FPS Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War! has a demo available on Steam and it's going to release March 16th.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Steam reviews letting you attach your PC specs is another Steam Machine prep play and you can't convince me otherwise
(2/13/2026, 4:23 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedI wasn’t immediately sure who the latest Steam client beta update, which allows Steam review writers to optionally attach their hardware specs and anonymised framerate data, was for. The reviewers? Not unless they want to inadvertently reveal that the reason they aren’t getting 360fps in Space Marin...
Every Winner At The 29th Annual D.I.C.E. Awards
(2/13/2026, 4:19 PM) - Game Informer NewsThe 29th Annual D.I.C.E. Awards took place yesterday, February 12, and the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences (AIAS) has declared its winners. Continuing its stellar awards run, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 walked away with the most awards, with wins in five categories, including Game of the Year...
"There's actually millions of people that still play it" - Blizzard insists Diablo 3 still has a "massive" playerbase
(2/13/2026, 4:17 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedIt's tempting to believe that the Diablo 3 playerbase has been eclipsed by a resurgent Diablo 2: Resurrected on one side, and Diablo 4 on the other, but according to Blizzard, that's not the case. Apparently there's still a "massive" playerbase playing Diablo 3, and it counts players in the "million...
Can co-development save the game industry? - Game Developer Podcast Ep. 64
(2/13/2026, 3:30 PM) - gamedeveloperAs the industry looks to recover from years of layoffs, can a broader constellation of smaller studios working together continue to produce big-budget games?
Reanimal doesn't exactly disprove co-op is the enemy of horror but it shows there's a place for human connection too
(2/13/2026, 3:29 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedSilence. Two crouched shapes silhouetted in the moonlight, breath held tight as something stirs. A torch beam slices through the shadows; strange grasping limbs slide into view; tension mounts, hearts pound, and then suddenly a voice cuts in, "Hang on a minute, I'm just gonna run to the loo." Read m...
Despite being "a significant change", Legacy of Kain: Ascendance's devs insist it'll still appeal to clapped-out Soul Reaver enthusiasts
(2/13/2026, 3:22 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedEdwin, come look at this! Seriously, come look at this! It's that thing from your site bio. They're doing a new one. Edw-0h wait, he's on holiday today. Ah well, I guess I'll have to aim my distictly non-Soul Reaver enthusiast eyes at Legacy of Kain: Ascendance. Ooh, Edwin, this nice marketing perso...
Star Trek: Voyager - Across the Unknown demo upgraded with voice-over
(2/13/2026, 3:22 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesStar Trek: Voyager - Across the Unknown has an upgraded Steam demo ahead of release, with a teaser of new voice-overs and the proper music.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Magical mayhem simulator Yapyap hits 500,000 sales
(2/13/2026, 3:05 PM) - gamedeveloperThe indie title launched on February 3.
OldUnreal add new installers for Unreal Tournament 2004, Unreal Tournament: GOTY and Unreal Gold
(2/13/2026, 3:04 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesAlong with their new installers for each classic game, they have a big Unreal Tournament 2004 patch in preview with overhauled Linux and macOS support.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Announced, More Castlevania Coming
(2/13/2026, 2:33 PM) - WGBKonami announced the return of Castlevania with Belmont's Curse, a new game developed by Evil Empire and Motion Twin, set for 2026 release. More Castlevania-related products are anticipated.
Genshin Impact Luna 5 takes the squad back to Mondstadt, finally makes Varka playable
(2/13/2026, 2:23 PM) - VG247 Latest Articles FeedThe latest big content update has been revealed for HoYoverse's breakout game, Genshin Impact. Version Luna 5, which has the unusually long and needlessly layered title — Song of the Welkin Moon: Variation - Homeward, He Who Caught the Wind — is set to arrive February 25. Read more
Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition Launches Today
(2/13/2026, 2:13 PM) - WGBSony's State of Play featured the announcement of Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition, releasing on February 13. It includes five versions of the game, a prototype, new soundtrack, and an interactive documentary.- Nioh 3 gets its first big post-launch patch on Steam and PlayStation 5, and it mostly affects progress-halting bugs
(2/13/2026, 2:06 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedTeam Ninja and Koei Tecmo have released a new patch for Nioh 3, with a swathe of fixes addressing - among other things - crashing and progression issues. Read more 
Ubisoft says Creative House leadership will include 'respected' external hires
(2/13/2026, 2:00 PM) - gamedeveloperThe company's first Creative House leadership appointment included Charlie Guillemot, the son of Ubisoft boss Yves Guillemot.
Dino Crisis 1 and 2 arrive on Steam but they need tweaks to run on Linux / SteamOS
(2/13/2026, 1:58 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesAfter arriving on GOG early in 2025, Dino Crisis 1 and 2 are now available directly on Steam but they have issues running on Linux / SteamOS.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
A first-person walk around a foggy Scottish town in the 90s: Silent Hill: Townfall is certainly serious about instilling dread
(2/13/2026, 12:49 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedIt's 1996. The weather's crap. You're wandering the streets of a Scottish village that looks deserted aside from some lumbering horrors who seem intent on sticking weird needles into you. No, this isn't the blurb of iconic film Trainspotting, it's the setup for Silent Hill: Townfall. Read more
Worried about Project Windless and generative AI? Don't fret, Krafton says the game is not using "generative AI for content creation or narrative elements"
(2/13/2026, 12:12 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedThe Project Windless team isn't using gen-AI for "content creation or narrative elements", Krafton has confirmed. Read more
You can now add hardware details to Steam reviews, and give more feedback on Steam Deck Verified
(2/13/2026, 12:03 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesA new Steam Beta update for Desktop and Steam Deck / SteamOS allows you to add hardware details for reviews and give more Steam Deck Verified feedback.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
You're not crazy, trying to heal in Nioh 3 sometimes doesn't work - and Team Ninja is fixing it
(2/13/2026, 11:56 AM) - VG247 Latest Articles FeedNioh 3 has received a hot new update that brings plenty of bug fixes to very specific issues, but it also implements fixes for a few of the most common - and incredibly annoying - bugs. Patch 1.03.01 arrived earlier on all platforms, and it comes with a chunky set of notes. Read more
Untitled John Wick Game is a gun fu Baba Yaga brawler, and a weird cousin to Untitled Goose Game until proven otherwise
(2/13/2026, 11:40 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedA goose with your skillset must be able to honk freely, unconstricted. They must be versatile, capable, adaptable. They must be grounded, stable, constant. I believe you are ready, goose. Honk. That isn't quite what Keanu Reeves' talkative tailor says in the reveal trailer for Space Marine 2 devs Sa...
Death Stranding 2 for PC and lots more from Sony State of Play (February 2026)
(2/13/2026, 11:40 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesSony State of Play for February 2026 happened last night, and we finally got the Death Stranding 2: On the Beach PC release announcement. Plus various others.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
"We were turned into a joke from minute one" - fired Highguard developer reflects on game's ill-fated launch and "false assumptions" after Game Awards reveal
(2/13/2026, 11:28 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedA former Wildlight developer has shared their thoughts on Highguard's release after its announcement at The Game Awards last year, stating due to "false assumptions" around its debut trailer, "we were turned into a joke". Read more
One of the coolest trailers yesterday wasn't from the State of Play, it was a brand-new look at the stylish arcade racer Screamer
(2/13/2026, 11:25 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedYesterday was a big day for new video game trailers, courtesy of the Sony State of Play. But a little earlier, away from the limelight, came another lengthy showcase of an especially cool looking game you might have missed. Read more
The Original God Of War Trilogy Is Getting The Remake Treatment
(2/13/2026, 11:08 AM) - WGBSony announced a remake of the original God of War trilogy during the State of Play event, with TC Carson reprising his role. The project is in early development, and details on gameplay and updates remain unclear.
Big changes at Remedy, Arc Raiders achieves 'blockbuster' status, and Mewgenics recoups dev costs in three hours - Patch Notes #40
(2/13/2026, 11:02 AM) - gamedeveloperPlus: Ubisoft workers on strike and a madcap quest to obtain a Switch 2 by pedalling around New York.
God Of War: Sons Of Sparta Shadow-Dropped At State Of Play,
(2/13/2026, 10:58 AM) - WGBIs it even a good show these days if a game isn’t shadow-dropped? Well, Sony delivered exactly that when then they revealed and released a new God of War title. God of War: Sons of Sparta is the long-rumoured 2D game developed by Santa Monica Studio and Mega Cat Studios. You’ll play as Kratos long b...
Update: 10 Chambers co-founders laid off amid 'significant restructuring'
(2/13/2026, 10:28 AM) - gamedeveloperThe GTFO developer said it is reorganizing to ensure upcoming shooter Den of Wolves is primed for success.
Untitled Goose Game developer's next game, Big Walk, coming to PS Plus Essential
(2/13/2026, 10:22 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedLast night, we got a flurry of PlayStation-flavoured announcements thanks to the most recent State of Play. From the gun-fu of Jon Wick and the hench chicken man in Project Windless to the serene colour palette of Neva: Prologue, it was a pretty stacked show. Read more
Here are our PS Plus Premium and Extra games for February
(2/13/2026, 10:06 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedSony has lifted the lid on its PS Plus Premium and Extra game offerings for February. Read more
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse sees Dead Cells' devs bring back vampire whippage, and Konami say it's just the start of a revival
(2/13/2026, 10:06 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedSharpen your fangs and chuck out all of the garlic bread in your house, Castlevania's back with a new game co-developed by the folks who made roguelike-Metroidvania Dead Cells. Castlevania: Belmont's Curse is the name of this fresh bout of vampire whippage set in medieval Paris, which publishers Kon...
Good news vampire hunters, Castlevania: Belmont's Curse is "the beginning of numerous new products around Castlevania"
(2/13/2026, 10:02 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedIf you watched last night's Sony State of Play and were especially hyped over Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, there's some really good news for you tucked away on the official Castlevania website. Read more
Everything Announced At The February PlayStation State Of Play
(2/13/2026, 1:22 AM) - Game Informer NewsIt's a new year, and as snow flurries start to settle, video game publishers are laying out the roadmap for 2026 and beyond. Here's everything announced at the February PlayStation State of Play, which debuted earlier today.Kena: Scars of Kosmora AnnouncedRelease Date: 2026 (PlayStation, PC) Develop...
Open world PS5 game Project Windless is part-God of War, part-Dynasty Warriors, and has a veteran Far Cry director as its lead
(2/13/2026, 1:01 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedUPDATE 10AM GMT: There's a Project Windless developer diary video which offers an extended look at the game, and at some making-of footage of the game. There's not much more information in it, but the reference is to the main character being the Hero King, who is presumably the main character of the...
Ghost of Yōtei's online co-op multiplayer Legends arrives next month
(2/13/2026, 12:30 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedReady your swords, as Ghost of Yōtei's online co-op multiplayer - known as Legends - is set to arrive in a little under a month. Read more- State of Play February 2026: all announcements, trailers
(2/13/2026, 12:21 AM) - PlayStation.BlogPacked show, right? Clocking in at just over an hour, today’s State of Play ran the gauntlet of exciting updates to upcoming SIE Studios titles and games coming from our third party partners, as well as surprise new reveals and upcoming demos. Oh, and there was the small matter of God of War, with t... - (For Southeast Asia) MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls arrives on PS5 & PC August 6
(2/13/2026, 12:02 AM) - PlayStation.BlogHello everyone. I’m Takeshi Yamanaka, Producer of MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls. Have you had a chance to watch our new MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls trailer that featured in today’s State of Play? Check it out below. A reborn X-Men team, reassembled to face an approaching threat This time, as the fi... 
Turns out Game Freak's "relatively small" internal team is supported by "several dozen" development partners for Beast of Reincarnation
(2/13/2026, 12:01 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedGame Freak has shed a little more light on the "relatively small" internal team working on its upcoming release, Beast of Reincarnation. Read more
Though Beast of Reincarnation is all about "loneliness", Game Freak doesn't want it to be sad: enter "warmth", "reliability" and your dog pal
(2/13/2026, 12:00 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedGame Freak may be best known as the developer behind many a Pokémon game, but that could soon be changing with its upcoming release, Beast of Reincarnation. Read more
Get your trunks on kids, Kojima's taking us to the beach when Death Stranding 2 comes to PC next month
(2/12/2026, 11:54 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedYou knew it was coming, I knew it was coming, and now one Mr. Hideo Kojima himself (disclaimer: technically it was Sony during tonight's State of Play, though I'm sure he's Fweeted about it on Fwitter) has confirmed that yes, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is making its way to PC. It's also doing s...
God of War goes 2D with pixelated Sons of Sparta (which is out right now!) as original PS2 trilogy eyes up the remake treatment
(2/12/2026, 11:49 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedSanta Monica Studio has revealed a new game in the God of War series, and it is a 2D side-scroller. Read more
As Silent Hill's stellar revival continues, here's our first proper look at next game Silent Hill: Townfall
(2/12/2026, 11:37 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedAfter years in the video game wilderness, Silent Hill finally feels like its back on track (we'll ignore the recent movie, however), and hopes are high that its winning streak will continue as we get our first proper look at the next game in the series, Silent Hill: Townfall. Read more
Santa Monica Studio Is Remaking The Original God Of War Trilogy
(2/12/2026, 11:33 PM) - Game Informer NewsThe ultimate reveal of today's PlayStation State of Play was the teaser for God of War Trilogy Remake. As the name suggest, Santa Monica Studio is revisiting the original trilogy of games that turned Kratos from an angry Spartan warrior into an even angrier god-slaying icon.TC Carson, the original v...- PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for February: Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown, Neva, Season: A Letter to the Future and more
(2/12/2026, 11:26 PM) - PlayStation.BlogThis month, quickly swap between both Spider-Men as you explore an expanded Marvel’s New York in Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, race for supremacy across a shared open world in Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown, embark on an intimate, emotional journey through a fading land in Neva, or capture fleeting momen... 
God Of War Sons Of Sparta Is A Pixelated 2D Action Prequel That Is Out Now
(2/12/2026, 11:23 PM) - Game Informer NewsSony and Sony Santa Monica teased that it is remaking the original God of War trilogy, but it will be a while before we see it, let alone play it. To help with the sting of the wait, today it is releasing God of War Sons of Sparta.The game is developed by Mega Cat Studios, which in recent history ha...
Crystal Dynamics just announced the first new Legacy of Kain game in 23 years (and another slick-looking Soul Reaver remaster, too)
(2/12/2026, 11:16 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedThe Legacy of Kain franchise might be one of the most beloved cult franchises in gaming (for Millennial goths with an English degree, like myself, at least). The dark fantasy action-adventure series kicked off with Blood Omen back in 1996, and followed that up with Soul Reaver in 1999, before a thre...
The time has come for you to judge Marathon for yourself (again): there's a new 'server slam' running late Feb into March
(2/12/2026, 11:12 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedMarathon is almost here, at long last. It's been a bumpy journey to get here, but the finish goal is finally in sight for Bungie. To celebrate the incoming launch, the developer has announced it will be hosting a Server Slam coming 26th February 26 and running until 2nd March. Which, for my money, i...
The biggest surprise of the night? A brand new AAA John Wick game coming from the developer of Space Marine 2
(2/12/2026, 11:12 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedNow, there were many things I was expecting to turn up at this evening's PlayStation State of Play. A Resident Evil Requiem demo, for example (I am not annoyed we don't have one yet, you are). One thing that wasn't on my bingo card, though, was a John Wick game. But, that's exactly what we got. Read...- God of War Greek trilogy remake in development & God of War Sons of Sparta out now
(2/12/2026, 11:11 PM) - PlayStation.BlogOver two decades ago in March 2005, God of War came out on the PlayStation 2 – marking the beginning of Kratos’ incredible journey through ancient Greece and beyond. As we approach the final month of God of War’s 20th anniversary year in March 2026, we couldn’t let this milestone close without givi... 
Untitled John Wick Game Is A Gun-Fu Brawler Being Developed By Saber Interactive And The Movie's Director
(2/12/2026, 11:08 PM) - Game Informer NewsSaber Interactive, which is the developer behind all kinds of games like World War Z, Evil Dead: The Game, and Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, has revealed John Wick, a third-person action game based on the brutal action movies. It's being developed alongside John Wick movie series director Chad S...
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, Made By Konami And The Dead Cells Devs, Launches In 2026
(2/12/2026, 11:06 PM) - Game Informer NewsIf the explosive popularity of the Metroidvania genre is any indication, Castlevania is one of the most influential game series of all time. That said, it's been years since the franchise got a new entry, and even longer since it got a 2D entry. Thankfully, today's PlayStation State of Play announce...
Saros Will Let You Teleport Straight To Unlocked Biomes
(2/12/2026, 11:01 PM) - Game Informer NewsSaros is not a sequel to Returnal (at least we don't think it is), but it is undeniably a follow-up to Housemarque's excellent rogue game, building on what the team built mechanically in that game.Today's State of Play Saros trailer focused on many elements that will separate it from Returnal. For o...
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 Finally Frees Guns Of The Patriots From Its PS3 Prison
(2/12/2026, 11:01 PM) - Game Informer NewsMetal Gear fans have begged, and at last Konami is delivering. A second Master Collection of the series is on the way, and it finally ports 2008's Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots to modern platforms.Announced during today's PlayStation State of Play, Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol....
New Legacy Of Kain 2D Action Game Announced Alongside Defiance Remaster
(2/12/2026, 11:00 PM) - Game Informer NewsA video game staple beginning in 1996, the Legacy of Kain series is a beloved set of action games following the exploits of warring vampires in the land of Nosgoth. After the release of Legacy of Kain: Defiance in 2003, however, the franchise went frustratingly quiet (though there was a short-lived ...
Dead or Alive fans are eating well tonight: Koei Tecmo announces a new game is in development, and Dead Or Alive 6 Last Round launches this summer
(2/12/2026, 10:56 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedIt's been about seven years since we last had a meaningful udpate in the Dead or Alive franchise, but that all changed this evening when Koei Tecmo made an unexpected appearance at the PlayStation State of Play to give us some new about the beloved fighting series. Read more
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Locks In An August Launch, And A Few More X-Men
(2/12/2026, 10:55 PM) - Game Informer NewsArc System Works' take on the Marvel tag fighter, Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, is locked in for a launch date. It'll arrive on August 6, 2026, and there will be quite a few X-Men entering the fray.The release date was announced during today's Sony State of Play, as Fighting Souls will arrive for bo...
Gris developer's beautiful Neva gets new prologue, and it's coming sooner than you'd think
(2/12/2026, 10:53 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedRather out of the blue, Nomada Studio has announced a prequel to its beautiful puzzle-platformer Neva. Read more
Rayman fans rejoice! His first ever adventure is getting a fancy 30th anniversary edition and it's out very soon
(2/12/2026, 10:53 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedBeloved limb-flinging video game mascot Rayman is 30 this year, and Ubisoft is celebrating the occasion with a special edition of his first ever adventure - and it's out on PS5 tomorrow, 13th February. Read more
Silent Hill: Townfall Is Coming This Year From Konami And Annapurna
(2/12/2026, 10:47 PM) - Game Informer NewsSilent Hill: Townfall, the Silent Hill spin-off from Konami, Annapurna, and Screen Burn got a new trailer today. Footage of the game showed new character Simon exploring his own version of a Silent Hill doing melee and shooting in first-person perspective in a creepy coastal town. Announced in 2022,...
Project Windless Is A Dynasty Warriors-Like Action RPG Where You Play As A Sword-Wielding Chicken
(2/12/2026, 10:46 PM) - Game Informer NewsThe Bird That Drinks Tears is a series of high-fantasy novels by South Korean author Lee Youngdoo that began in 2003. Now, some 23 years later, South Korea-based publisher/developer Krafton has announced Project Windless, a Dynasty Warriors-like action game where you play as a sword-wielding chicken...
Game Freak's Beast Of Reincarnation Gets August Release Date
(2/12/2026, 10:43 PM) - Game Informer NewsGame Freak is the studio best known as the primary developer of the Pokémon franchise, so its upcoming fantasy action RPG, Beast of Reincarnation, has turned heads since its reveal last year. After a recent showing during the Xbox Developer Direct, another new trailer appeared during today's PlaySta...
Dead Or Alive 6 Last Round Arrives In June, New Dead Or Alive In Development
(2/12/2026, 10:36 PM) - Game Informer NewsDead or Alive's last mainline entry dropped nearly seven years ago, so the long-running fighting series was due for a revival. Today's State of Play showcase confirmed exactly that, not only announcing Dead or Alive 6 Last Round, a remaster of the sixth entry on PS5, but also a brand new game, which...
Star Wars: Galactic Racer Teases More Podracing
(2/12/2026, 10:33 PM) - Game Informer NewsThe latest trailer for Star Wars: Galactic Racer showcased more impressive gameplay, cited the Galactic League, and teased a little bit of what to expect from the story. The trailer also showed some first-person racing, destruction, tracks that aren't covered in sand, destroyed Star Destroyers, and ...
007 First Light Shows Some More Action And Intrigue In Latest Story Trailer
(2/12/2026, 10:30 PM) - Game Informer NewsJames Bond gets a virtual origin story in 007 First Light, and in today's story trailer, we got a look at the drama, action, and espionage IO Interactive has been cooking up.Shown during today's Sony State of Play, 007 First Light's story trailer spotlights numerous famous faces and characters in IO...
Game Freak's Beast of Reincarnation gets release date with new gameplay trailer
(2/12/2026, 10:28 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedGame Freak has revealed a release date for its upcoming action-RPG, Beast of Reincarnation. Read more
Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition Releases Tomorrow, Collects Five Versions Of The Original Game
(2/12/2026, 10:28 PM) - Game Informer NewsUbisoft in partnership with developer Digital Eclipse (Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection, Tetris Forever) announced today Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition and it releases tomorrow, February 13 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch, and PC for $19.99.Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition is billed as a celebratio...
Unlikely sequel Kena: Scars of Kosmora comes to PS5 and PC in 2026
(2/12/2026, 10:24 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedSumptuous 2021 action-adventure Kena: Bridge of Spirits is getting a sequel, despite previous word from its developer suggesting one was unlikely, and it's coming to PlayStation 5 and PC later this year. Read more
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach washes up on PC in March, less than a year since it arrived on PS5
(2/12/2026, 10:22 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedDeath Stranding 2: On the Beach is coming to PC, and really rather soon. Read more
Kena: Scars Of Kosmora Guides Players To A New Adventure This Year
(2/12/2026, 10:18 PM) - Game Informer NewsToday's PlayStation State of Play kicked off the reveal of a sequel to 2021's Kena: Bridge of Spirits. Titled Kena: Scars of Kosmora, the adventure sees an older Kena travel to a new land, and it's coming this year.In Scars of Kosmora Kena, now older and more famous, travels to a mysterious new isla...
Control Resonant Shows Off New Reality-Warping Gameplay
(2/12/2026, 10:06 PM) - Game Informer NewsControl Resonant is the latest in Remedy's supernatural shared-universe, moving from a third-person shooter to more up-close-and-personal action combat. Today, we saw a little glimpse of what that looks like.In the new gameplay we saw at today's Sony State of Play, we get to see some of Dylan Faden ...
Sony State of Play February 2026: Everything announced
(2/12/2026, 10:01 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedThe February 2026 State of Play has just concluded, and it was packed full of surprise reveals, grand-returns of legacy series, and some truly oddball shock announcements. In it, we saw not only upcoming titles like Marathon, Pragmata, and Resident Evil Requiem, but also a nice gaggle of remakes too...
Ghost Of Yōtei: Legends, The Free Four-Player Co-Op Multiplayer Mode, Goes Live Next Month
(2/12/2026, 9:56 PM) - Game Informer NewsLast year, Sucker Punch Productions launched Ghost of Yōtei exclusively on PlayStation 5, with the promise of a free update for its multiplayer Legends mode. Now, courtesy of a new trailer during today's State of Play, we know Ghost of Yōtei Legends goes live on March 10. This free update will go li...
Death Stranding 2: On The Beach Is Coming To PC Next Month
(2/12/2026, 9:55 PM) - Game Informer NewsKojima Productions, with the help of Nixxes, is bringing last year's Death Stranding 2: On The Beach to PC on March 19.The PC version will have unlocked framerates during gameplay, ultra widescreen support, DualSense controller support, and upscaling and frame generation.Follow the link to read Game...
Make what you will of ZA/UM's Zero Parades with this lengthy look at gameplay ahead of a demo later this month
(2/12/2026, 9:48 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedIf there is anything that is concretely true about the upcoming Disco Elysium follow-up Zero Parades, it is that it is certainly a new RPG from ZA/UM. Everything else, well, that depends on who you ask, and where they lie in the messiness that has been in and around the studio these past few years, ...
Peter Molyneux plays the hits in an in-depth-but-not-too-in-depth gameplay trailer for Masters of Albion
(2/12/2026, 9:10 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedThere is certainly something to be admired in Peter Molyneux's commitment to infinitely overpromising right through to what is meant to be his final game, Masters of Albion. I'm not saying I admire it, but someone might. And while I truly have no horse in the race regarding the quality, or potential...
Pick up a dose of joy in Lil Gator Game's underground, Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom-esque expansion In The Dark, out now
(2/12/2026, 8:01 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedBack when Lil Gator Game arrived in the forgotten year of 2022, it received RPS' coveted Bestest Bests badge because, well, it was just so darn delightful! And in the years since, developer MegaWobble have been tinkering away at a seemingly Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom influenced bit of DLC. Which, a...
Blades of Fire is jumping from Epic to Steam with big upgrades and Steam Deck support
(2/12/2026, 7:13 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesAfter being an Epic Exclusive, the action-adventure Blades of Fire from MercurySteam and 505 Games is arriving on Steam on May 14th.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
More Total War games arrive on GOG along with a return of The Long Dark
(2/12/2026, 6:59 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesGOG has more goodies available for fans of DRM-free gaming with the release of more Total War games, and The Long Dark has returned as well.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
A day after launch, Starsand Island's devs address those user agreement, modding, and fake review concerns
(2/12/2026, 6:03 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedThis is probably a sentence that could be said literally any day of the week, but a new cosy farming sim is on the block, this time taking the form of Starsand Island. The flavour on this occasion is of the anime variety, with some slightly goofier farming mechanics (i.e. turning your watermelon pat...
PlayStation State of Play February 2026 live report - a look ahead at Sony's plans
(2/12/2026, 5:56 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedHow time flies. It only seems like yesterday we had the last State of Play, and yet here we are with Sony delivering a State of Play broadcast this evening from 10pm UK time. We'll be covering all of the announcements, as they happen, right here in this article, as we always do, in exactly the same ...
"We did have a proposition for Fable 4" - Series creator Peter Molyneux recalls an old pitch while shedding a tear over the recent Fable reboot
(2/12/2026, 5:38 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedFable creator Peter Molyneux has said there was a pitch document for Fable 4 at Lionhead Studios, but that he left the company before he could see what came of it. Read more
"It's going to be a very long goodbye" - Peter Molyneux's last game will be Masters of Albion, but that's not necessarily as simple as it sounds
(2/12/2026, 5:27 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedPeter Molyneux has had a divisive career. On the one hand, he's celebrated as the creator of the god game and for making classics like Populous, Dungeon Keeper, Black & White and Fable. Whereas on the other hand, he's been derided for overexaggerating promises related to mobile game Curiosity and cr...
Yet more evidence of that Assassin's Creed Black Flag remake surfaces, despite Ubisoft's continued silence
(2/12/2026, 4:58 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedYet more evidence pointing to the existence of Ubisoft's much-rumoured but still doggedly unannounced Assassin's Creed Black Flag remake has surfaced, this time in the form of an official art book currently set to release this March. Read more
ShipShaper is a chill boat builder with a demo you can use to make sleek sloops or beastly barges
(2/12/2026, 4:56 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedThe fine frigate which serves as the featured image for this article is called the Stately Gunwale. That's not a name I, the boat's creator, gave it. It's a name ShipShaper's demo automatically assigned my vessel when I picked the set of colours I wished it to be painted. Quite frankly, I doubt I co...
Party like it's 2001: Diablo II gets a new expansion, new playable class
(2/12/2026, 3:36 PM) - Gaming - Ars TechnicaAlongside new endgame content, Blizzard says the Warlock is coming to other Diablo games soon.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II surpasses 5 million sales within first year
(2/12/2026, 3:13 PM) - gamedeveloperEmbracer, which owns publisher Deep Silver, shared the sales figure in its latest interim report for Q3.
The 'No ICE in Minnesota' charity bundle is live on itch.io
(2/12/2026, 2:50 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesAnother chance for you to score a whole lot of games, while also supporting charity in the "No ICE in Minnesota" bundle on itch.io.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Gothic 1 Remake gets a June release date
(2/12/2026, 2:44 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesTHQ Nordic have just revealed that the Gothic 1 Remake is now set for release on June 5th.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
It's been a while since we've had an update, but From's parent company promises Duskbloods is still coming out this year
(2/12/2026, 2:35 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedFromSoftware's parent company Kadokawa has confirmed both The Duskbloods and Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition are still planned to release on Switch 2 this year. Read more
Starsand Island devs remove "unreasonable" clauses from the game's EULA, promise more features and fixes in coming updates
(2/12/2026, 2:00 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedStarsand Island is out, and the developers have made several announcements related to the games EULA which was worrying players, future content updates and fixes, as well as a strange case of waves of positive reviews the developers suspect may "some kind of overpraise as an attack". Read more
10 Chambers co-founder departs after a decade
(2/12/2026, 1:44 PM) - gamedeveloperHjalmar Vikstrom parted ways with the Den of Wolves studio to go independent.
Buckshot Roulette dev becomes a major Godot Engine donor
(2/12/2026, 1:33 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesThe Godot team announced that Mike Klubnika, the developer of Buckshot Roulette and s.p.l.i.t, has become a major funding donor for the open source game engine.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
If you're not already spending far too much of your work day watching the Winter Olympics, this minimalist browser-based luge sim might push you rapidly downhill to being fired"
(2/12/2026, 1:23 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedIf you've been keenly watching the Winter Olympics, and wish you could live with some of that chilling sportiness yourself, you may be in luck. A new browser game, called LUGE 2026, is out now for your pleasure. Read more
If you're a Jurassic Park fan, you haven't got long to pick up some nostalgic retro 'classics' before they're pulled from stores
(2/12/2026, 1:04 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedLimited Run Games has started the countdown clock on its Jurassic Park Classic Games Collection - the retro bundle will be pulled from digital stores on 31st March this year, around two and a half years after its arrival. Read more
How Many Dudes does it take to beat 1 horse-sized duck and 75 duck-sized horses? This game answers your dumb questions
(2/12/2026, 1:04 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesIf you love games that are a bit on the stupid side, the auto-battling roguelike How Many Dudes? may answer a few of your dumbest questions.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Diablo 4 is getting a warlock class, Diablo 2 is getting a warlock class and Diablo 2: Resurrected is now on Steam
(2/12/2026, 12:51 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedI hope you like warlocks. Well, if you're someone who regularly delves into Diablo, I hope you at the very least don't detest warlocks with all of your hellish heart. Because yesterday evening's Diablo 30th anniversary shindig was rather heavy on warlocks, with the class coming to not just Diablo 4'...
Arc Raiders branded 'blockbuster' franchise after hitting 14 million sales
(2/12/2026, 12:46 PM) - gamedeveloperThe extraction shooter peaked at 960,000 concurrent users in January.
Mewgenics DLC is coming, but don't expect it any time soon
(2/12/2026, 12:23 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedMewgenics, the 'XCOM with cats' game from the creators of The Binding of Isaac and The End is Nigh, will be getting DLC down the line, but it doesn't sound like it will be any time soon. Read more
Linux Mint may slow down releases to have more development time
(2/12/2026, 12:19 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesAlong with receiving an unprecedented amount of donations recently, the Linux Mint team are looking at slowing down their release cycle.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Diablo II: Resurrected – Infernal Edition gets released on Steam and Steam Deck Verified
(2/12/2026, 12:00 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesBlizzard released Diablo II: Resurrected - Infernal Edition on Steam, a newly upgraded version of the classic action RPG and it's Steam Deck Verified too.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Arc Raiders had nearly 1,000,000 concurrent players last month
(2/12/2026, 11:40 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedArc Raiders reached nearly one million concurrent players on PC last month, as the extraction shooter continues to grip players heading into 2026. That doesn't even take into account console players! Read more
Watch the Battlefield 6 Season 2 gameplay reveal here
(2/12/2026, 11:34 AM) - VG247 Latest Articles FeedAfter a one-month delay, we’re finally days away now from the start of Battlefield 6’s Season 2 of live service. The second season is being revealed today, following weeks of teasers, and some Battlefield Labs testing of the first new map arriving with the new season. Read more
Will we ever see Switch 2 versions of Diablo 2 and Diablo 4? For now, Blizzard refuses to answer
(2/12/2026, 11:32 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedThere was a conspicuous absence during the Diablo anniversary 'spotlight' broadcast yesterday: no mention of a Switch 2 release for Diablo 4 or for Diablo 2: Resurrected. Read more
Hinterland confirms layoffs after delaying The Long Dark sequel
(2/12/2026, 11:30 AM) - gamedeveloperStudio leadership said the cuts were needed to order to preserve financial resources.
Edmund McMillen on assembling Mewgenics' meow cameo list: "the inclusion of people with clashing ideologies felt appropriate"
(2/12/2026, 11:18 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedEdmund McMillen and Tyler Glaiel's cat breeding roguelike Mewgenics came out earlier this week to an overwhelmingly positive reception and plenty of early success. However, one aspect of the game has left folks on the fence - this list of pretty... complicated internet personalities who've voiced th...- Steam Deck completely out of stock in the US, Canada and Asia
(2/12/2026, 11:15 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesSeems like the component shortages thanks to AI may have finally hit Valve as in the US, Canada and Asia all models of Steam Deck are completely out of stock.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux. 
Highguard studio Wildlight confirm layoffs, after level designer claims "most of the team" have been let go
(2/12/2026, 11:04 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedWildlight, the studio behind recently released shooter Highguard, have confirmed that they've "parted ways" with an unspecified number of staff. This confirmation follows a former Wildlight level designer affected by the cuts claiming in a LinkedIn post that "most of the team" at the studio have bee...
"We don't want to mess up the Mona Lisa" - Blizzard may expand Diablo 2 even more if the surprise warlock class release goes down well
(2/12/2026, 10:19 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedBlizzard bringing a new playable character to Diablo 2: Resurrected - the first new character the game has had in 25 years - could be the start of an era of active development for the classic game, potentially seeing it evolve like a modern game does. Read more
Diablo 4’s next class is the Warlock, but you can sort of play it today in Diablo 2: Resurrected’s new DLC
(2/12/2026, 10:10 AM) - VG247 Latest Articles FeedDiablo 4’s segment in the big Diablo 30th Anniversary Spotlight was among the biggest, even if the reason most of us tuned in was somewhat spoiled earlier in the same livestream. Blizzard unveiled the Warlock, the second of two classes coming to the game with the upcoming Lord of Hatred expansion. R...
Analysts on Ubisoft cost-cutting and the myth of 'sustainable growth'
(2/12/2026, 10:02 AM) - gamedeveloper'The economy is in shambles and these companies are still talking about sustaining growth instead of sustaining their business.'
Helldivers movie lands Minecraft and Street Fighter actor Jason Momoa
(2/12/2026, 9:54 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedJason Momoa will star in the live-action Helldivers film adaptation from Sony Pictures and PlayStation Productions. Read more
Update: Wildlight Entertainment confirms layoffs two weeks after Highguard launch
(2/12/2026, 9:42 AM) - gamedeveloperThe studio said all but a 'core team' of developers have been laid off.
Highguard not shutting down following Wildlight layoffs, with a "core group" of developers left to support game
(2/12/2026, 9:10 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedJust weeks after release, an unspecified number of Wildlight's Highguard development team has been laid off. Read more
UPDATE: Highguard Developer Wildlight Entertainment Confirms Layoffs At The Studio
(2/11/2026, 11:05 PM) - Game Informer NewsUpdate 7:56 p.m. ET: Highguard developer Wildlight Entertainment has released an official statement on social media confirming the layoffs at the studio after several staff members began sharing news online that they had been let go. It did not state how many employees are affected, but this news ...
The Diablo warlock rumours are true, but the new class is coming to three games, including to Diablo 2 today
(2/11/2026, 11:00 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedThe dataminers were right, there is a warlock class coming to Diablo 4, as part of the The Lord of Hatred expansion that arrives in April. I played it at Blizzard a couple of weeks ago, and although I can't tell you in detail about it yet, I can say it's the dark complement to the light-bringing pal...
Diablo II: Resurrected Developer Explains The Warlock, The Game's First New Class In Decades
(2/11/2026, 10:59 PM) - Game Informer NewsDuring today’s Diablo 30th Anniversary Spotlight event, Blizzard announced the series’ newest class is the Warlock, and it’s coming to Diablo II: Resurrected, Diablo Immortal, and Diablo IV — each game featuring a unique interpretation of the demon-wielding archetype. While the Diablo team is holdin...
Blizzard Is Bringing The Warlock Class To Diablo IV: Lord Of Hatred, Diablo II, And Diablo Immortal
(2/11/2026, 10:55 PM) - Game Informer NewsBlizzard Entertainment has revealed that the Warlock class is coming to Diablo IV as part of the upcoming Lord of Hatred expansion, as well as the mobile-centric Diablo Immortal this June. Plus, you can play using this new Warlock class starting today in Diablo II: Resurrected as part of a new Reign...
Masters Of Albion: Check Out More Than Six Minutes Of New Gameplay For Peter Molyneux's Next (And Final) Game
(2/11/2026, 8:48 PM) - Game Informer NewsMasters of Albion, the god-simulator from Fable creator Peter Molyneux, launches on April 22, and ahead of the game's PC release, developer 22 Cans has released nearly seven minutes of all-new gameplay in an extended trailer. The game, which puts players in control of a god-like hand to master real-...
New Proton Experimental update adds controller support to more launchers on Linux / SteamOS
(2/11/2026, 7:13 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesValve have released a new update to Proton Experimental, their testing ground for getting more Windows games running on Linux / SteamOS systems.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Mesa 26.0 is out bringing ray tracing performance improvements for AMD RADV
(2/11/2026, 6:35 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesMesa 26.0 has arrived as the latest new-feature release of open source graphics drivers, and there's a whole lot to be excited about in this one.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Jason Momoa Will Star In PlayStation's Helldivers Movie With Director Justin Lin, Hits Theaters Fall 2027
(2/11/2026, 6:00 PM) - Game Informer NewsJason Momoa, the Aquaman of the ill-fated DCEU and the actor behind Dune's Duncan Idaho, will star in PlayStation and Sony Pictures' Helldivers movie adaptation, according to Deadline. In December, Sony Pictures and PlayStation Productions announced that Justin Lin (The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo D...
1200 Ubisoft staff go on strike against Assassin's Creed company's massive cutbacks
(2/11/2026, 5:38 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedAt least 1,200 Ubisoft developers have gone on strike across Paris and Milan in response to the company’s recent massive cutbacks and change of policy towards remote-working. That’s the figure given for yesterday’s bout of strike action by Marc Rutschlé, Ubisoft Paris staffer and a representative of...
Cyberpunk platformer Replaced has a demo out, and it's wonderfully atmospheric when you're not plummeting a short distance
(2/11/2026, 5:14 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedWarren! Warren! Warren! ARRGGHHH! WHAAAA! HUHHHH! Replaced, the long-in-development dystopian platformer from Sad Cat Studios, keeps shouting my last name at me. It might because the game's main character, a jacketed gap jumper and baddie shooter, is called Warren. It might also because I did plenty...
Come shout down dystopia in the demo for Amanita's fancy cardboard mind control puzzler Phonopolis
(2/11/2026, 4:56 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedCzech indie developers Amanita Design – creators of Samorost, Creaks and Machinarium, among other marvels – have released a demo for Phonopolis, their 3D cardboard adventure about a young man called Felix who is trying to save a city brainwashed by massive loudspeakers. Protected by his headphones, ...
No Man's Sky Remnant update brings a fancy gravity gun and customizable trucks
(2/11/2026, 4:51 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesNo Man's Sky is gradually turning into a playground, and now you can mess with physics in the No Man's Sky Remnant update.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Subnautica and Subnautica: Below Zero are getting free Switch 2 upgrades this month, promising 60 FPS and more
(2/11/2026, 4:45 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedSubnautica 2's development has been anything but peaceful, but it's still set to arrive later this year. Meanwhile, Krafton is planning to keep veterans and newcomers alike busy with Nintendo Switch 2 ports of the two previous games. Read more
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