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Overwatch Players Spot Major Character Design Inconsistency With DominaOverwatch players have identified a significant inconsistency between the character Domina's in-game model and her voice line icon, which appears to be from an earlier design. This discovery highlights potential oversights in UI design and quality assurance within live service games like Overwatch. Blizzard Entertainment is expected to address the issue in a future patch.- Control IssuesRazer is collaborating with Sanrio, the company behind Hello Kitty, and Overwatch to release new PC gaming gear. The partnership will also include exclusive in-game skins for Overwatch.
Slay the Spire 2 dev compared it to unexciting 'chicken noodle soup' before its extraordinary launch, but it turns out people really, really like their soupSlay the Spire 2 has seen an extraordinary launch, with developer Mega Crit expressing surprise at the overwhelming player response. The game achieved a peak of over 179,000 concurrent players on Steam, significantly outperforming its predecessor and other new releases. Mega Crit co-founder Casey Yano had previously described the original Slay the Spire as "chicken noodle soup" of video games, a humble comparison that belies the sequel's massive success.- WRUP: Win a date with the radioactive spite monster editionThis weekly roundup features Massively OP staff and community members discussing their gaming plans, including titles like Nightingale, Project Gorgon, Final Fantasy XIV, and World of Warcraft: Midnight. The article also includes a bonus question about personal experiences with last-minute delays.
NetEase warns Marvel Rivals Throwing Bounty participants face punishmentNetEase has issued a warning to players participating in "throwing bounty" activities in Marvel Rivals, stating that such actions undermine competitive integrity and will result in severe penalties, including permanent bans. The company is implementing a specialized investigation protocol to identify and address this negative gameplay trend.
Razer Is Teaming Up With Hello Kitty Company Sanrio And Overwatch On New PC Gear, Overwatch SkinsRazer is collaborating with Sanrio and Overwatch to release new PC gaming gear and in-game skins. The collection features Sanrio characters like Cinnamonroll, Melody, Keroppi, Kuromi, Hello Kitty, and Pompompurin, with each purchase unlocking a unique Sanrio-themed skin for specific Overwatch characters. The product line includes themed headsets, keyboards, and mice.
Overwatch Players Question Why Antarctic Peninsula Was RemovedOverwatch players are questioning Blizzard Entertainment's decision to remove the Antarctic Peninsula map from the game's rotation. The community argues that several other maps currently in play are worse, sparking a broader discussion about map design quality and Blizzard's handling of player feedback regarding map rotation.
What we've been playing - "gnomes are definitely not to be trusted with kitchen knives"Several gaming outlets share their recent playtime experiences. Bertie discusses co-op success with Vampire Survivors and struggles with Overwatch, while Mat and Victoria highlight immersive details in Resident Evil Village: Winters' Expansion. Kelsey enjoys the chaotic fun of the Burglin' Gnomes demo, and Chris revisits Pokémon White 2.
Overwatch Player’s Perfect Genji Coincidence Goes Viral on RedditA Reddit user shared a bizarre coincidence from Overwatch where a player named 'GENJI' who picked Genji was replaced by a player named 'Genji Main2' who also picked Genji. The story went viral on Reddit, highlighting the fun and unexpected moments within the game's community.
2XKO is no longer in PlayStation 6 top downloads charts and nobody is remotely shockedRiot 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.
Games Inbox: Is Pokémon Pokopia really worth getting?Readers share their thoughts on recent games, with one player enjoying the open-ended exploration of Pokémon Pokopia and another finding catharsis in Resident Evil Requiem. Discussions also touch upon Sony's management of Naughty Dog, the state of the games industry, and the potential success of Bungie's Marathon.
Fortnite leaker actually worked for Epic Games, according to new lawsuitEpic Games has filed a lawsuit against former contractor Hayden Cohen, who allegedly leaked confidential and unannounced Fortnite content. Cohen, who worked as an associate producer, is accused of violating a non-disclosure agreement by sharing details about upcoming collaborations on social media. Epic Games is seeking damages for trade secret misappropriation and breach of contract.
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 2: Start Date, And All Leaks And Teases So FarFortnite Chapter 7 Season 2 is reportedly delayed to March 19, with leaks suggesting a focus on The Seven and the missing Foundation, potentially voiced by Dwayne Johnson. The season is expected to feature a refreshed loot pool, new movement items, and significant collaborations including Looney Tunes and Overwatch.
(For Southeast Asia) PlayStation Store: February 2026’s top downloadsPlayStation 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.- PlayStation Store: February 2026’s top downloadsResident 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.
Not wanting to be overshadowed by Overwatch, Marvel Rivals sets 'Path to Doomsday' roadmap, honouring all Avengers movies with brand-new contentMarvel Rivals has unveiled its 'Path to Doomsday' content roadmap, which will introduce new content inspired by the Avengers movies leading up to the release of Avengers: Doomsday. The roadmap begins in April and will feature in-game events and modes based on The Infinity Saga, culminating in a celebration on December 18th. The first event will allow players to control Loki with enhanced abilities against the Avengers.
Overwatch's grand revamp event is a suffocating blip in an otherwise successful return to formThe author expresses renewed enjoyment for Overwatch following its recent revamp, but criticizes the "Conquest" event for its overly demanding and restrictive structure. Despite the event's flaws and a progression bug, the author anticipates its eventual end and hopes for better-designed future events from Blizzard.
Overwatch is getting a bunch of Nier: Automata skins and at this point I'm convinced support mains are the only…Blizzard Entertainment has announced a collaboration between Overwatch and Nier: Automata, introducing new skins for characters like Kiriko, Vendetta, Wuyang, Lifeweaver, and Mercy, based on Nier: Automata characters 2B, A2, and 9S. The collaboration, which also includes skins for Adam and Commander White, is set to launch on March 10, 2026, and will feature new cosmetic items for players.
Marvel Rivals Roadmap Includes MCU Tie-Ins Leading Up To Avengers: DoomsdayMarvel Rivals is rolling out a roadmap of limited-time events and modes throughout 2026, heavily featuring MCU tie-ins that will culminate with Avengers: Doomsday. The first event in April will center around Loki, with subsequent events in June, August, and October referencing specific Avengers films. The game, released in December 2024, is also set to introduce new heroes in Season 7.
Every Video Game Showcase To Watch In 2026This guide lists upcoming video game showcases and digital events scheduled for 2026, including major publisher presentations and indie-focused livestreams. It provides dates, times, and platforms for events like Summer Game Fest, The Game Awards, and various developer directs from companies such as Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo.