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February 19, 2026

Minecraft fans slam “worst drop yet” as update details revealed

Minecraft's latest update has been finalized for release, but the community has reacted negatively, calling it the "worst drop yet." Players have welcomed new biomes and features in recent updates, but the upcoming baby mob update has faced criticism for its perceived lack of depth and substantial additions. Following the announcement, social media was filled with dissatisfaction, with users expressing disappointment over the limited changes and comparing it unfavorably to past updates. Despite some acknowledgment of the new baby mobs, the overall sentiment remains critical. The update is expected to be released in Spring, but no specific date has been confirmed.

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January 21, 2026

Dune: Awakening finally gets long-awaited character transfers

Version 1.2.40.0 of Dune: Awakening has been released, introducing character transfers that allow players to move their characters, inventory, bases, vehicles, and bank contents to new servers. Each player receives a transfer token that replenishes weekly, permitting one transfer per week. Transfers from private servers to official servers are not allowed, but transfers from official to private servers are permitted. If a character name already exists on the target server, a name change is required. Players must back up their bases and vehicles before transferring, and ensure their character is located in Hagga Basin to initiate the transfer.

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January 20, 2026

Ball x Pit was my Steam Deck obsession last year, and its first major update threatens to steal my free time all over again

The latest update for the game Ball x Pit introduces two new characters, The Carouser and The Falconer, along with eight new balls, enhancing its Breakout-style gameplay. The update, named the Regal Update, will be available for free on January 26. Ball x Pit has been recognized as the Best New York Game at the New York Game Awards and is one of Valve's top-played Steam Deck titles. The game is well-suited for the Steam Deck due to its short rounds and minimal system requirements.

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January 17, 2026

Hytale Really Is The Next Minecraft, As Players Have Already Started Their Own Brand-New Herobrine Legend

The legend of Herobrine in Minecraft originated from a screenshot posted on 4chan's /v/ board about 16 years ago, depicting a figure with white eyes lurking in the fog, believed to be Notch's deceased brother. The myth gained popularity after a viral stream by Copeland, where viewers saw Herobrine watching him fall into lava. Mojang, the game's developer, humorously claimed that Herobrine had been 'removed' with each game update. The combination of low render distances and foggy landscapes contributed to the eerie atmosphere, leading players to believe they might encounter Herobrine.

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January 11, 2026

Minecraft is getting cuter with its first update of the year, and you can already try out the new baby mobs

Mojang Studios has announced the first game update of 2026 for Minecraft, featuring redesigns for baby mobs such as wolves, cats, cows, and pigs, along with new gameplay mechanics. Players can craft name tags using a gold nugget and a scrap of paper. The update is expected to be released around March, and players are sharing suggestions for additional features, including ways to preserve baby mobs and new fox variants. Current features can be explored through snapshots and previews in both Minecraft: Java Edition and Minecraft: Bedrock Edition.

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January 9, 2026

Minecraft Next Game Update Includes Adorable Baby Animal Updates

The Minecraft team has announced updates for baby farm animals, giving them distinct looks and personalities instead of being scaled-down versions of adults. Notable enhancements include new models and unique sounds for baby mobs such as wolf pups, kittens, baby chickens, rabbits, piglets, lambs, calves, and baby ocelots. The baby mobs will feature one-pixel eyes, creating a more adorable appearance. Players can craft name tags for these mobs using paper and metal nuggets, enhancing personalization. Additionally, players can use spawn eggs on adult mobs to create baby versions in the Bedrock Edition. Early access to these features is available through snapshots for Java Edition and previews/beta for Bedrock Edition. The official release date is not confirmed, but it is anticipated to follow a similar timeline to last year's major update in March.

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January 9, 2026

Minecraft Baby Animals Update Details – Minecraft Guide

Minecraft is releasing an update focused on baby farm animals, introducing new baby versions for eight mobs: cows (and mooshrooms), pigs, sheep, chickens, rabbits, ocelots, wolves, and cats. This update includes enhanced graphics and sounds for the baby animals, with all general and biome-specific variants also receiving updates. Players will be able to craft Name Tags using Paper and any Metal Nugget to personalize their animals. Additionally, spawn eggs will now function similarly to the Java Edition, allowing players to generate baby versions of adult mobs.

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December 3, 2025

In the nick of time, Helldivers 2 rolls out a “slim version” shrinking file sizes by a whopping 85% on PC: “It’s a low-risk way to save ~131GB of space on your drive”

Arrowhead Game Studios has reduced the file size of Helldivers 2 for PC by 85%, from 154GB to approximately 23GB. A public technical beta is currently underway, allowing select users to experience the new file size and provide feedback. Players can still matchmake with others and opt-out of the beta at any time. If successful, the slim version will become the standard, with plans to phase out the legacy version next year. The latest patch also includes balance changes and bug fixes, though some players are disappointed by the removal of the feature that allowed "Factory Striders" to be launched erratically.

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December 3, 2025

New Helldivers 2 update just shaved 131GB off its PC file size with a “slim version” beta, and I’m ecstatic — here’s how to opt into the patch

Helldivers 2, launched in 2024, initially had a file size of 70GB, which increased to 154GB due to performance and technical issues. A recent update, Python Commandos Warbond, reduced the file size by 131GB to 23GB, an 85% decrease. This slim version is currently in testing and not the default; players must manually opt into it via Steam. The Xbox Series X|S and PS5 versions require 35-40GB of storage. The game is available on Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and PS5, with the PC version currently on sale for .99.

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December 1, 2025

New Manor Lords update leaves players “seriously impressed” as beloved city builder drops to lowest-ever price on Steam

Manor Lords, developed by Grzegorz Styczeń under the name Slavic Magic, has released a major update, version 0.8.046, which includes over 350 fixes and numerous quality-of-life enhancements. Key changes involve resource management, with players able to protect specific resource areas and a new maintenance system based on a durability counter. Additionally, worker behavior has been refined, and the update includes balance changes, AI improvements, and nearly 150 bug fixes. The game is currently priced at .99 / £22.74, its lowest price to date.