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Project Helix is the Next Generation of Xbox Consoles
Microsoft has revealed 'Project Helix' as the codename for its next-generation Xbox console. New Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma confirmed the project will focus on performance and playing both Xbox and PC games. While a 2027 release is rumored, potential delays due to global RAM shortages could push it to 2028.
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection Counts Down to Oblivion With New Launch Trailer
Capcom released a launch trailer for Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, showcasing new monsters and a story involving two kingdoms threatened by the Crystal Encroachment. The game launches March 13th for Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, PC, and PlayStation 5. A free demo is available with progress carrying over to the full game.
Assassin’s Creed Unity’s 60 FPS Patch for PS5, Xbox Series X/S Also Brings 4K Support
Ubisoft has released a significant update for Assassin's Creed Unity, enabling 60 FPS performance and 4K resolution support on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. The article also provides updates on other Assassin's Creed titles, including Assassin's Creed Shadows, Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe, a remake of Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag titled Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, and the multiplayer project Assassin's Creed Invictus.
Echoes of Aincrad: Sword Art Online announced for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC
Bandai Namco and Game Studio have announced the upcoming action RPG Echoes of Aincrad: Sword Art Online. The game is slated for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
New Bandai Namco RPG Is Sword Art Online Echoes of Aincrad
Bandai Namco Entertainment has revealed Sword Art Online: Echoes of Aincrad, an RPG for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, set to launch on July 10, 2026. The game aims to replicate the experience of living through the SAO Aincrad VR MMORPG, featuring character customization and survival elements. Deluxe and Ultimate Editions will be available with additional in-game items and content.
Pragmata Release Date Bumped Up
Capcom has moved up the release date for Pragmata to April 17, 2026, one week earlier than previously announced. A new trailer showcases additional moon locations and hints at customization features. The game will be available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, with a demo also planned.
Fresh Looks at Pragmata, Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection and More in Capcom Spotlight 2026
Capcom Spotlight provided updates on several upcoming games. Pragmata has a new release date of April 17, 2026, with a demo available. Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection will launch on March 13, featuring a story-driven RPG experience and pre-order bonuses. Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection will include new online features and is set for release on March 26. Additionally, Alex will join Street Fighter 6 on March 17, with motion capture by Kenny Omega.
The next Xbox is codenamed Project Helix, and we hope the Xbox CEO's 'commitment to the return of Xbox'…
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has revealed the codename for the company's next-generation console as 'Project Helix,' which is expected to lead in performance and play both Xbox and PC games. Rumors suggest the console, potentially a PC hybrid, is slated for a 2027 release, aiming to compete with high-end PCs and current-generation consoles.
PlayStation Store: February 2026’s top downloads
The PlayStation Store's top downloads for February 2026 show Resident Evil Requiem leading sales on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2. The article also details hardware sales figures for various consoles, with the Nintendo Switch family of consoles dominating overall unit sales.
Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection details online features
Capcom has detailed the online features for Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection, an action RPG compilation. The collection will include casual, ranked, and friend matches, as well as a card trading system and an expanded 'Brother List' for up to one hundred connections per title. It is set to release on March 27 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Till sist! Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced bekräftas av Ubisoft
Ubisoft has confirmed that Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced is in development, though not explicitly stated as a remake. The company also provided updates on other Assassin's Creed titles, including Assassin's Creed Shadows, Hexe, Invictus, Jade, and a 60fps patch for Assassin's Creed Unity on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X.
Console Archives NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION Launches March 5th
The latest installment in the Nobunaga's Ambition series, titled Console Archives Nobunaga's Ambition, is set to launch on March 5th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch. This title continues the long-running strategy franchise.
Doraemon Dorayaki Shop Story Joins Apple Arcade
Kairosoft's simulation game Doraemon Dorayaki Shop Story is now available on Apple Arcade. Previously released on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PC, and mobile devices, the game allows players to manage a dorayaki shop, develop recipes, and participate in contests.
Arcade Escape The Coin Game Fully Releasing March 19
The Coin Game, an arcade adventure game developed by devotid and Kwalee, is fully releasing on March 19 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The 1.0 update will introduce new locations, vehicles, side quests, and a new Survivor Mode called the “Transport Phonebooth.” The game was originally released in Early Access in 2019.
Project Helix – new generation of Xbox console announced – here’s everything we don’t know about it, which is pretty much everything at this stage
Xbox has announced its next-generation console, codenamed Project Helix, via a short teaser video and a statement from new Xbox gaming CEO Asha Sharma. The console is confirmed to play both Xbox and PC games and will lead in performance. Further details are expected to be revealed soon, with Sharma planning to discuss the project with partners at GDC.
Bungie’s Marathon launch is officially happening this afternoon – are you playing?
Bungie's new shooter Marathon officially launches today at 1 p.m. EST on Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The game is available in two editions, priced at $40 and $60, with a player-friendly business model. The developers have released an FAQ and warned players about potential login queues.
PS6 Competitor from Xbox Revealed as Project Helix
Microsoft has revealed its next-generation Xbox console under the codename Project Helix, which is expected to compete with the PlayStation 6. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma stated the new system will lead in performance and play both Xbox and PC games, with a potential 2027 launch. Sony's PlayStation 6 is rumored to launch later, possibly with a handheld device.
For the first time in Diablo history, you'll soon be able to transform into the Butcher, and there's a free Paladin trial coming as well
Blizzard Entertainment is introducing the iconic Butcher as a playable transformation in Diablo 4's Season 12, the Season of Slaughter, starting March 11. Additionally, a free trial for the Paladin class will be available from March 11 to March 18, allowing players to experience the base game and the new class up to level 25. The Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred expansion, launching April 28, will add a Warlock class, a new region, and significant game overhauls.
Resident Evil: Requiem Review
Resident Evil: Requiem offers a compelling survival horror experience with dual protagonists, Grace Ashcroft and Leon S. Kennedy, battling the T-Virus experiments of Dr. Victor Gideon. While Grace's initial vulnerability can be frustrating, Leon's action-oriented gameplay and the game's crafting system provide engaging mechanics. The game is set to release on February 27, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.
skate. Season 3 Launching March 10
skate. Season 3, titled "Skybound Scalestorm," is launching on March 10, bringing back the Isle of Grom inspired by Skate 2 and Skate 3. The update includes new spillways, tricks, replay editor enhancements, missions, gear, and over 100 tiers of cosmetic items in the skate.Pass. The game is available in Early Access on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
