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2XKO is no longer in PlayStation 6 top downloads charts and nobody is remotely shocked
Riot Games' 2XKO has fallen off PlayStation's download charts, indicating lower-than-expected popularity for the 2v2 fighting game. Despite attempts to market it as a mainstream title and introduce expensive cosmetic skins, the game struggles to gain traction beyond the dedicated fighting game community, leading to layoffs and questions about its long-term viability.
Activision pressured Call of Duty studio Infinity Ward to make a game about Iran invading Israel, claims former developer
Former Infinity Ward animator Chance Glasco claims Activision pressured developers to create a Call of Duty game centered on Iran invading Israel, a concept most developers found abhorrent. Glasco, who worked at the studio between 2002 and 2014, stated that the idea was ultimately rejected. He also contrasted this with earlier Call of Duty titles that aimed to depict the grim realities of war.
New Research Proves What We Already Knew: Women Are Underserved By Game Industry
New research from Ampere Analysis indicates that women constitute 48% of the gaming market, yet often cite a lack of suitable games and toxic communities as barriers. While games like The Sims 4 and Animal Crossing: New Horizons are popular for their customization options, they can also feature expensive DLC and monetization schemes. Despite slow progress, some titles like Apex Legends have shown improvements in inclusivity, though challenges with player communities and business practices persist.
Apex Legends x Gundam Event Announced
A crossover event between Apex Legends and Gundam has been announced, set to begin on March 10th. A trailer for the event has also been released.
(For Southeast Asia) PlayStation Store: February 2026’s top downloads
PlayStation has revealed the top downloaded games for February 2026 across PS5, PS4, PS VR2, and free-to-play titles in various regions. Resident Evil 4 and its zombie-themed content dominated the charts in both US/Canada and Asia for PS5.
Marathon Review In Progress | Console Creatures
This in-progress review of Marathon highlights its potential as an extraction shooter but criticizes its messy UI, confusing onboarding, and high barrier to entry for new players. While the gunplay and abilities are satisfying, the game's visual clutter and lack of clear tutorials detract from the experience. A final judgment awaits the release of the endgame zone, Cryo Archive.
Start Your Engines: EA Sports F1 25 is now on EA Play
EA Sports F1 25 is now available to EA Play members, offering unlimited access to the base game. Subscribers also receive a monthly 5,000 XP Boost for the Podium Pass until March 31. The article also details other member rewards for titles like Apex Legends, EA Sports FC 26, and Battlefield 6.
Apex Legends x Gundam Event Announced
Apex Legends has announced a new collaboration event with the Mobile Suit Gundam franchise. Further details regarding the event's content and release date are expected soon.
Apex Legends Goes Gundam In New Content Update
Apex Legends has launched a collaboration with the Gundam universe, introducing new gameplay elements, weapons, map updates, and cosmetics. The update features a revamped Broken Moon map with Gundam-themed additions, a new Buster Rifle weapon, and unique Gundam abilities like Epyon's Lash and Heavyarms Salvo. The collaboration also includes Gundam-inspired skins, limited edition Gunpla, and exclusive real-world Gundam model pre-orders.
Highguard stänger för gott
Wildlight Entertainment has confirmed that their free-to-play shooter Highguard will be shut down on March 12, less than two months after its January 26 release. Despite efforts and a player base of over two million, the game failed to build a sustainable community. Developers with experience from Apex Legends and Titanfall were involved in its creation.
PlayStation Store: February 2026’s top downloads
Resident Evil Requiem led the download charts for PlayStation 5 in both the US and EU regions for February 2026. The article provides comprehensive download rankings for PS5, PS4, PS VR2, and free-to-play titles on the PlayStation Store.
Highguard will shut down just 45 days after launch — 'We are witnessing the era of two month lifespan…
Wildlight Entertainment has announced that its online shooter Highguard will shut down on March 12, 2026, just 45 days after its January 26, 2026 launch. The studio cited an inability to build a sustainable player base despite over two million players engaging with the game. This closure follows a trend of high-profile live-service game failures, including Sony's Concord.
Apex Legends at EWC 26: Where Stories Unfold Through Rotations and Reads
The Esports World Cup 26 is highlighting Apex Legends by focusing on the narrative elements of competitive play, such as rotations, reads, and pace. This approach frames the battle royale as a sophisticated storytelling medium, potentially setting a new standard for how future tournaments showcase the genre. The article suggests that Apex Legends has evolved into a platform for compelling competitive narratives, with teams acting as storytellers.
Alliance Completes Their Apex Legends Story with German Star akkuGER
Esports organization Alliance has completed its Apex Legends roster by signing German controller player akkuGER. This move finalizes a months-long building process for the team, aiming to create a diverse and talented international lineup. The signing is seen as a significant step for both akkuGER and the German esports scene, with the team now preparing for upcoming tournaments.
Apex Legends Gets a Gundam Crossover Event
Apex Legends is collaborating with the Gundam franchise in a limited-time event starting March 10, 2026. The crossover introduces Gundam-themed gameplay, cosmetics, and map changes, including a transformed Broken Moon map and a Buster Rifle weapon. The event will be available on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Highguard's failure is emblematic of something that has tormented videogame investors for years now: past live service hits do not equal future live service hits
The failure of live service games like Highguard highlights a persistent problem for investors: past success does not guarantee future hits. Even experienced developers like those from Apex Legends and major companies like Riot Games and Valve have struggled to replicate live service success, leading to cancellations and layoffs across the industry.
Apex Legends Gundam Gunpla Kits on the Way
Respawn Entertainment and Bandai Namco are collaborating on an Apex Legends and Gundam crossover event starting March 10, 2026, featuring new in-game abilities, cosmetics, and a map update. The collaboration will also include three Gunpla model kits inspired by Apex Legends characters, with pre-orders beginning March 18, 2026. Apex Legends is available on multiple platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch.
Highguard has raided its last fortress, will shutdown on March 12
Wildlight Studios announced that its live-service multiplayer shooter Highguard will permanently shut down on March 12, just 46 days after its launch. Despite efforts to add new content and support from over two million players, the game failed to build a sustainable player base. Factors contributing to its demise include a lack of marketing post-announcement, dwindling player counts, and reportedly, Tencent pulling funding.
Jason Zumwalt Fire & Ice RGX 2026 Guest of Honor
Voice actor Jason Zumwalt, known for his role as Roman Bellic in Grand Theft Auto IV, will be a guest of honor at Fire & Ice RGX 2026. The convention will take place from June 20 to June 21. The article also briefly mentions the global release of StoneAge: Idle Adventure, a Gundam x Apex Legends collaboration, Dupli-Kate joining Invincible VS, the Metaphor: ReFantazio Orchestra World Tour, the Nintendo Switch release of Blue Prince, and the upcoming launch of Unrailed 2: Back on Track.
Apex Legends is getting a Gundam collaboration, launching March 10
Respawn Entertainment announced that Apex Legends will feature a Gundam collaboration event starting March 10. The event will introduce Gundam-inspired weapons, abilities, and transform the Broken Moon map with new aesthetics and destructible elements. Limited-edition Gunpla kits will also be available for pre-order.
