Upcoming Fable by Playground Games may launch simultaneously on Xbox, PC, and PS5 this year, according to a VGC podcast report. This aligns with Microsoft's trend towards multiplatform releases. Announcement expected on January 22nd showcase.
Avowed is set to launch on PS5 on February 17th, bringing updates like improved skill trees and a new 3rd person view, along with additional features for all versions.
There are strong indications that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt will receive a new DLC, reportedly focusing on Zerrikania, with sources from IGN Poland and PPE.pl supporting this anticipation for 2026.
Xbox's Developer Direct on January 22 will showcase Playground games' Forza Horizon 6 and Fable, both set for a 2026 release, along with the third-party title Beast of Reincarnation.
MachineGames is reportedly developing Wolfenstein 3, coinciding with a rumored Amazon TV show. The studio aims to return to the series, expressing commitment to telling more of its story.
In 2025, the most played games on PlayStation and Xbox remained unchanged from 2024, highlighting the enduring popularity of titles like Fortnite, Call of Duty, and GTA V, indicating industry stagnation.
Call of Duty's player count on Steam has reached a record low of 56,443 concurrent players post-Black Ops 7 launch, indicating poor performance amid competition from Battlefield 6.
This isn’t a Game of the Year list. It’s a look back at the games that lingered in my brain long after I stopped playing them — whether they were brilliant, deeply flawed, or simply hit me at the wrong (or very right) moment in 2025.
In January 2026, PlayStation Plus Essential offers three games: Need For Speed: Unbound, Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, and Core Keeper. This month features unexpected PS4 inclusion amidst the subscription changes.
Beginning January 2026, PlayStation Plus Essential will stop offering monthly PS4 games, switching to PS5 titles only. This change aims to encourage users to transition to PS5, despite ongoing PS4 popularity.
Eidos Montreal was developing a "soft reboot" of the Legacy of Kain series when Embracer's acquisition led to its cancellation. The studio faces challenges but continues working on a costly internal project.
A consortium of three companies, led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, is acquiring EA for $36.4 billion, which could result in significant debt and concerns over Saudi influence on EA's operations.
Hitman: World of Assassination has sold over 25 million copies, confirming its success. IO Interactive is developing 007 First Light and Project Fantasy, with future Hitman news expected in 2028.
CD Projekt Red aims to release The Witcher 4 and its sequels within six years, despite typically taking 4-5 years per game. No details on release dates were provided, but challenges remain.
Bloodborne has sold over 9 million copies on PlayStation, with 400,000 sold post-Elden Ring's launch. Despite its popularity, there are no signs of a sequel, remaster, or PC port.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 has faced a significant sales decline, selling 63% less than Battlefield 6 in its opening week and more than 50% less than last year's Black Ops 6, despite leading European charts.
Ubisoft's financial report reveals the Prince of Persia: Sands of Time remake is set for March 2026, alongside an anticipated Assassin's Creed: Black Flag remake, scheduled for the same period.
Ubisoft's financial report reveals the long-awaited Prince of Persia: Sands of Time remake is set for release within the next six months, coinciding with Q4, which ends March 31.
Battlefield 6 leads October sales in the US, becoming the best-selling game of the year. Pokemon Legends Z-A ranks second, followed by Ghost of Yotei. The Outer Worlds 2 debuted in seventh place.
Battlefield 6 leads 2025 US game sales, boasting the highest monthly sales in three years. Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 struggles, while Ghost of Yotei climbs to 10th place.
