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February 25, 2026

Ex Sanguis is the most stylish XCOM-style roguelike I’ve ever played

Ex Sanguis is a turn-based strategy game showcased during Steam Next Fest, featuring a grid-based system similar to XCOM. Players control a team of soldiers called Stillae, utilizing Action Points (AP) and unique abilities to execute commands. The game has a narrative centered around saving a dying planet and is noted for its stylish execution and visually striking aesthetic, characterized by a blood-themed color palette. It incorporates robust gameplay mechanics, including destructible environments, roguelike elements, and RPG-style builds. Ex Sanguis is set to launch in early access soon, and players can wishlist it and explore the demo on Steam.

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February 1, 2026

How Does Jack Black Feel About The Minecraft Movie’s Theater Audience ‘Going Nuts? (I Can’t Get Enough Of His A+ Comparison)

This year features several anticipated video game adaptations, including The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, Mortal Kombat II, and Street Fighter. A Minecraft Movie became the highest-grossing film in the domestic market of 2025, earning 8.3 million globally. The film's success was marked by enthusiastic audience reactions, reminiscent of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Jack Black noted the audience's fervor and compared it to his childhood experiences with the cult classic. Warner Bros. re-released the film due to its reception, and Black's song “Lava Chicken” became the shortest hit to reach the Billboard charts. A sequel is in development, with production expected to start in April and a release date set for July 23, 2027.

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January 20, 2026

New Game Pass titles revealed, including Space Marine 2 and Death Stranding

Microsoft has announced new titles for Xbox Game Pass, including: - Death Stranding Director’s Cut (Cloud, PC, Xbox Series X|S) - Available January 21 - RoadCraft (PC) - Available January 21 - Ninja Gaiden Ragebound (Cloud, PC, Xbox Series X|S) - Available January 21 - The Talos Principle 2 (PC, Xbox Series X|S) - Available January 27 - Anno: Mutationem (Cloud, PC, Console) - Available January 28 - Drop Duchy (Cloud, PC, Console) - Available January 28 - MySims: Cozy Bundle (PC) - Available January 29 - Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine II (Cloud, PC, Xbox Series X|S) - Available January 29 - Indika (Cloud, PC, Xbox Series X|S) - Available February 2 - Final Fantasy II (Cloud, PC, Xbox Series X|S) - Available February 3 Ultimate subscribers can access MIO: Memories in Orbit starting today, and Indika is set for release on February 2. Premium subscribers will receive a total of seven new titles, including Death Stranding Director’s Cut, Ninja Gaiden Ragebound, and The Talos Principle 2. PC Game Pass users will get Roadcraft this week and the MySims: Cozy Bundle on January 29.

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January 2, 2026

The Biggest Games Coming in 2026

- January 15: Animal Crossing: New Horizons launches on Switch 2; 3.0 update for original Switch. - January 15: The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond The Horizon releases on all major platforms. - January 22: Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade launches on Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series. - January 26: Highguard, a free PvP raid game, becomes available on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series. - January 28: The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin releases. - January 30: Code Vein 2 launches. - February 5: Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined releases. - February 6: My Hero Academia: All’s Justice and Nioh 3 launch. - February 11: Romeo is a Deadman releases. - February 12: Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties launches. - February 13: High on Life 2 releases. - February 20: Ys X: Proud Nordics launches. - February 27: Resident Evil: Requiem releases; cloud versions of Resident Evil 7 and 8 for Switch 2. - March 5: Pokemon Pokopia releases. - March 12: John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando launches; Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake releases. - March 19: Crimson Desert launches. - March 26: Screamer, a racing game, releases. - April 16: Cthulu: The Cosmic Abyss launches. - April 24: Pragmata releases. - April 30: Saros, a roguelite bullet hell game, launches. - May 8: Mortal Kombat 2 movie releases. - May 27: 007 First Light launches. - May 29: LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight releases. - September 8: John Carpenter’s Halloween launches. - September 12: Phantom Blade Zero releases. - October 16: New Street Fighter movie releases. - November 19: Grand Theft Auto 6 launches. - Sometime in 2026: Titles like Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes, Super Meat Boy 3D, and Zero Parades: For Dead Spies expected. - To Be Announced: Zero Company and Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4 have no confirmed release dates.

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December 23, 2025

Why A Minecraft Movie was 2025’s most important film

The film adaptation of a beloved brick-building video game, A Minecraft Movie, has become the highest-grossing film in the US for 2025 and ranks fourth worldwide, nearing the billion mark globally. It features Jack Black and includes a musical number about "lava chicken." Oppenheimer, starring Cillian Murphy, is the third highest-grossing film in 2023. A Minecraft Movie received a 48% rating on Rotten Tomatoes but exceeded audience expectations during its opening weekend in April, with active participation from viewers. Some screenings required police intervention due to the excitement, as fans engaged enthusiastically with the film.

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December 23, 2025

Tributes pour in for FPS “visionary” Vince Zampella, co-creator of Call of Duty and Titanfall, who has died

Vince Zampella passed away at the age of 55. He co-founded Infinity Ward and was instrumental in creating titles such as Call of Duty 2, Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. He later co-founded Respawn Entertainment, where he oversaw the development of the Titanfall series, Apex Legends, and the Star Wars Jedi franchise. Most recently, he led the Battlefield franchise, contributing to the successful release of Battlefield 6 in 2025. Zampella's work on the Titanfall 2 campaign, particularly the mission Effect and Cause, is highly regarded for its innovative mechanics. Tributes from industry figures highlight his influence and legacy, with statements from studios he helped establish expressing gratitude for his leadership and vision. Many developers shared personal anecdotes about his inspiring nature. His contributions have significantly impacted the video game industry and the gaming community.

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December 18, 2025

Epic Games Store Christmas 2025: 17 free PC games to pick up until the end of the year

The Epic Games Store will offer free games daily during the holiday season, starting around 5 p.m. Paris time, with one game available for collection each day. Once claimed, the games remain in the user's account permanently. Anticipated titles include Jurassic World: Evolution 2, Desperados 3, Total War: Warhammer, Tropico 5, Chicken Police – Paint it Red!, Loop Hero, Lego Batman, Commander Keen, Farming Simulator 2022, Slime Rancher 2, Terraria, Detroit: Become Human, Mortal Kombat 11, and potentially Red Dead Redemption 2. Players should create or log in to their Epic account, enable two-factor authentication, install the PC launcher, and check the Offers tab daily to claim the games.

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December 18, 2025

Best PC Games to Play During the Holidays

The winter holiday break offers PC gamers a chance to enjoy various games, whether solo or with others. Cooperative games for two players include Split Fiction, where players navigate dual worlds, Henry Halfhead, which features a puzzle-solving character, and LEGO Voyagers, which uses LEGO bricks for teamwork. Family-oriented games like Popucom, LEGO Fortnite Odyssey, and Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny emphasize accessible mechanics and cooperative play. For local multiplayer competition, EA SPORTS FC 26, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, and Mortal Kombat 1 are popular choices. Online co-op games such as Satisfactory, Out of Time, and PowerWash Simulator 2 allow players to connect remotely. Free-to-play options include Where Winds Meet, skate., and Infinity Nikki, which provide engaging experiences without cost. Immersive games like Escape from Duckov, Promise Mascot Agency, and Football Manager 26 offer deep gameplay experiences.

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December 15, 2025

Red Dead Redemption 2 will be free by the end of the year, leak claims

Red Dead Redemption 2 may be offered for free during the Epic Games Store's annual Christmas event, according to a leak from the Chinese messaging platform QQ. The event is expected to feature a lineup starting with Hogwarts Legacy and including titles like Jurassic World: Evolution 2, Total War: Warhammer, Terraria, and Mortal Kombat 11, culminating with Red Dead Redemption 2. The information is unverified, and official confirmation is pending.

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December 3, 2025

Here’s a list of PC games coming to Xbox Game Pass in December, many now available on the cheaper tiers

Microsoft is set to release a variety of games on Xbox Game Pass in December 2025, with many transitioning from the Ultimate tier to the Premium tier. The games include: - December 2: Lost Records: Bloom & Rage (Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass) - December 3: Monster Train 2 (Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass) - December 3: Spray Paint Simulator (Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass) - December 4: 33 Immortals (Game Preview) (Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass) - December 4: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle (Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass) - December 4: Routine (Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass) - December 9: A Game About Digging A Hole (Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass) - December 9: Death Howl (Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass) - December 9: Dome Keeper (Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass) - December 10: Mortal Kombat 1 (Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass) - December 11: Bratz: Rhythm & Style (Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass) Routine is exclusively available to Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers. The subscription pricing is as follows: - Xbox Game Pass Ultimate – .99/month - Xbox Game Pass Premium – .99/month - Xbox Game Pass Essential – .99/month - PC Game Pass – .49/month New games recently added include CloverPit, Marvel Cosmic Invasion, Total Chaos, and Young Suns, with the latter being a Day One title on Ultimate and PC Game Pass. The Essential tier has also added Stellaris, World War Z: Aftermath, and Medieval Dynasty.