GAMES
Forza, Halo, and Fable define Xbox’s packed 2026 release schedule
Microsoft is lining up an unusually dense release schedule for Xbox in 2026, a year that also marks the platform’s 25th anniversary. After several years defined by uneven hardware performance…
Mewgenics review: a tactical roguelike about breeding cats, embracing chaos, and accepting that you are not in control
TL;DR: A deep, disgusting, genius turn-based roguelike about mutant cats that will steal your time, your sleep, and your sense of normalcy—and you’ll thank it for the privilege. I didn’t…
Everything announced at the February 2026 Nintendo direct partner showcase
Nintendo’s February 2026 Direct Partner Showcase offered a broad and methodical look at what third-party publishers have planned for both the Nintendo Switch and the newer Nintendo Switch 2 throughout the year.…
Resident Evil Survival Unit expands to MENA with full Arabic support
Aniplex Inc. has expanded the availability of Resident Evil Survival Unit to 17 additional countries across the Middle East and North Africa, marking a broader regional rollout for the mobile title. Alongside the…
LEGO confirms KPop Demon Hunters sets starting in 2026
LEGO has confirmed an upcoming collaboration with Netflix tied to the animated film KPop Demon Hunters, with the first building set planned for release in 2026 and additional sets expected to follow in 2027.…
Overwatch finally adds Jetpack Cat hero after years of development
After more than a decade of development history and fan speculation, Overwatch is introducing its first cat-based hero. Season 1 of the game’s 2026 roadmap will add Jetpack Cat, a new support…
Call of Duty Mobile season 2 Lunar Charge adds new weapon and DMZ updates
Call of Duty Mobile is rolling into its second season of 2026 with Lunar Charge, a Lunar New Year–themed update that continues the game’s established seasonal structure rather than reinventing it.…
Fortnite expands KPop Demon Hunters crossover with wave 2 skins
After months of speculation and leaks, Fortnite has confirmed a second wave of KPop Demon Hunters skins and cosmetics, scheduled to launch on February 6. The announcement arrives during Chapter 7 Season…
Nioh 3 review: one button turns you into a ninja, and it changes everything about how this series plays
TL;DR: Nioh 3 adds a one-button ninja mode and an open world that mostly works, creating the most flexible, approachable, and ambitious Nioh yet—even if it sometimes trips over its…
EA confirms Madden NFL 23 server shutdown for July 13
Electronic Arts has confirmed that Madden NFL 23 will be shut down on July 13, adding another title to a growing list of EA games losing online functionality in 2026. The…
EA Sports FC brings back Ramadan tournament across MENA
Electronic Arts has confirmed the return of the EA SPORTS FC Ramadan Tournament across the Middle East and North Africa, continuing a regional competitive format tied to the Holy Month of…
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined review: a beloved, brutal classic rebuilt as the most approachable Dragon Quest ever
TL;DR: A faster, friendlier Dragon Quest VII that trades challenge and discovery for accessibility and comfort. Great for newcomers, bittersweet for veterans. I have a complicated relationship with nostalgia. I…
Call of Duty Season 02 expands multiplayer, zombies, and warzone content
Activision has rolled out Season 02 across Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Call of Duty: Warzone, with the update scheduled to go live on Thursday, February 5. As…
PUBG MOBILE expands Al Shami collaboration with in-game music and more
PUBG MOBILE has announced an expansion of its collaboration with Al Shami, extending a music-focused partnership that began with the release of the Wayli animated cinematic video. Rather than remaining…
Blightstone review: a grim, methodical journey that proves smaller worlds can deliver bigger impact
TL;DR: A dense, atmospheric action RPG that values skill, patience, and smart design over spectacle. Tough, thoughtful, and deeply rewarding if you’re willing to meet it on its terms. I…
Ayaneo’s Pocket S Mini leans into 4:3 for retro gaming purists
Ayaneo has introduced the Pocket S Mini, a compact gaming handheld designed around a 4:3 aspect ratio that closely matches the display format used by classic home consoles. In a market…
Cairn review: a relentless ascent that forces you to respect gravity and your own patience
TL;DR: Cairn turns climbing into a brutally honest conversation with yourself, and it’s absolutely worth the climb. There’s a very specific moment in Cairn when the game stops being a…
Highguard review: an enjoyable, ambitious shooter that feels one update away from greatness
TL;DR: Highguard has a cool siege fantasy, solid gunplay, and a great core idea, but too much downtime and too little scale keep it from greatness. Worth trying, easy to…