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PUBG MOBILE and Al Shami release animated music video set in the game world
PUBG MOBILE has released a new animated music video in collaboration with regional pop artist Al Shami, marking a notable crossover between gaming and music in the MENA region. The project centers…
Yakuza Kiwami 3 preview: weaponized nostalgia, daddy rank, and the slowest emotional ambush in the series
TL;DR: Yakuza Kiwami 3 transforms a slow, controversial classic into a reflective, emotionally loaded remake that hits harder the more Yakuza you’ve played. I went into Yakuza Kiwami 3 expecting…
Hearthstone’s Echoes of the Infinite Mini-Set expands its time-themed storyline
The Echoes of the Infinite Mini-Set has arrived in Hearthstone, expanding the game’s current time-travel storyline with a focused batch of new cards and mechanics. Released on January 13, the…
Here’s everything added in Animal Crossing New Horizons update 3.0, from slumber islands to resort hotels
The long-anticipated 3.0 update for Animal Crossing: New Horizons arrived earlier than expected on January 14, 2026, marking one of the most substantial changes to the game since its post-launch…
Animal Crossing New Horizons quietly releases its 3.0 update
Animal Crossing: New Horizons received an unexpected boost this week when Nintendo released its long-promised version 3.0 update a day earlier than scheduled. Originally slated for Thursday, the free update became…
Microsoft leak points to may launch window for Forza Horizon 6
An apparent slip by Microsoft may have revealed when players can expect the next entry in its long-running open-world racing series. An in-game banner spotted inside Forza Horizon 5 suggests that Forza Horizon 6 will begin…
Big Hops review: I came for the platforming, stayed for the joy of moving through the world
TL;DR: A joyful, movement-first 3D platformer that blends Mario-like flow with Breath of the Wild-style freedom, Big Hops is charming, clever, and absolutely worth your time. The first thing Big…
Battlefield 6 season 2 delayed to February as EA cites player feedback
Electronic Arts has confirmed that Season 2 of Battlefield 6 will now launch on February 17, pushing the update back by nearly four weeks from its original January 20 release date. The delay…
Microsoft Flight Simulator PS5 review: hardcore PC sim crashes the PlayStation couch
TL;DR: A breathtaking, uncompromising flight sim on PS5 that struggles with controller immersion but shines once you earn its trust. Imperfect, absorbing, and quietly profound. There’s a very specific moment…
Call of Duty: Mobile season 1 Frozen Abyss kicks off 2026 with new weapons and events
Call of Duty: Mobile opens 2026 with Season 1, Frozen Abyss, arriving on January 14 and setting a winter-focused tone across its multiplayer, progression systems, and live events. The update…
PUBG MOBILE brings Peaky Blinders aesthetics to the battlegrounds
PUBG MOBILE has introduced a limited-time crossover with the television series Peaky Blinders, following a licensing agreement with Banijay Rights. The collaboration runs until February 5, 2026, and brings a…
2026 RPG Crimson Desert claims a map twice the size of Skyrim
The upcoming 2026 role-playing game Crimson Desert has once again reignited a familiar debate in open-world design: how much does sheer size actually matter. During the recent New Game+ Showcase, developers from Pearl…
The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon review: Falcom shot its densest lore into space, and it works
TL;DR: Trails goes to space, sticks the landing, stumbles a bit on takeoff, but delivers deep characters, excellent combat, and a bold setup for what comes next. I’ve been following…
Code Violet review: when fighting dinosaurs in space somehow feels less exciting than it sounds
TL;DR: Cool concept, bad execution. Code Violet looks futuristic but plays like a relic, delivering dull combat, weak storytelling, and enough bugs to make the dinosaurs feel like a secondary…
Evo Creo offers a familiar monster-catching RPG on steam with a free demo
Players who grew up with early Pokémon titles may want to take note of a quieter release now available on Steam. EvoCreo, a creature-collecting role-playing game inspired by classic monster-catching formulas,…
Pokémon confirms March 2026 release for major Mega Evolution TCG set
Pokémon has confirmed a significant release scheduled for March 2026, signaling that its 30th anniversary plans extend well beyond the usual February announcements tied to Pokémon Day. While speculation has largely…
Fortnite tests five-player squads with South Park crossover
Fortnite is experimenting with a structural change to its core battle royale format as part of its upcoming collaboration with South Park. Alongside themed cosmetics and in-game locations, Epic Games is introducing five-player squads,…
Playstation unveils Hyperpop PS5 hardware with premium pricing
PlayStation has opened 2026 with the reveal of a new line of PlayStation 5 accessories that lean heavily into visual customization rather than performance upgrades. The newly announced Hyperpop Collection introduces…