If you’ve been missing that specific brand of magic from the PS2/GameCube era, Chibig (the creators of Summer in Mara) have just launched something you’ll want to see. Bel’s Fanfare officially hit Kickstarter yesterday and smashed its funding goal in just a few hours!
The Story: Cleaning Up the “Witch of the Sea”
You play as Bel, a small demon sent by her father to serve as an “aura cleaner” aboard a massive, decaying vessel called The Witch of the Sea. While the passengers think you’re just tidying up their negative energy, Bel is secretly working on a plan to free her family from the ship’s depths.
Why You Should Keep an Eye on It:
A Unique Mashup: It blends the 3D exploration and puzzle-solving of The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask with expressive, bullet-hell combat inspired by Undertale.
The Gong-Shield: Your primary tool is the Ukoback gong-shield—use it to deflect attacks, absorb aura, and solve environmental puzzles.
Vibe Check: The art style is a gorgeous love letter to 3DS-era Zelda and the whimsical, slightly eerie atmosphere of Studio Ghibli’s Spirited Away.
Platforms: Confirmed for PC (Steam), PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and even the Switch 2!
Campaign Highlights
The campaign is currently live until March 7, 2026. Because they funded so quickly, stretch goals are already being unlocked.
Exclusive Rewards: Early-bird physical editions, a “Chipig’s Arena” collaborative challenge, and even a custom Bel figurine.
Estimated Delivery: Targeted for October 2027.
Pro-Tip: If you’re a collector, the “Golden Edition” includes the physical game and the figurine, but these limited tiers tend to move fast!
Find out more here on Steam – https://shorturl.at/azKhw or here https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/chibig/bels-fanfare/
If you’ve ever wondered what Overcooked would look like if the chefs were wearing cultist robes and trying to appease Cthulhu instead of a hungry Onion King, then Ritual Party by Hologram Monster is your next gaming obsession.
The game is set to launch in Early Access on Steam on February 17, 2026. Here is a quick look at why you might want to gather your fellow cultists:
The Premise: Chaos with a Dash of Cosmic Dread
In this 1-4 player co-op party game, you and your friends are “wannabe cultists” attempting to perform increasingly absurd and unstable rituals. You’ll be drawing ritual circles, lighting candles, and offering sacrifices to summon Elder Gods—all while the universe tries its hardest to stop you.
Key Features
Chaotic Co-op: Work together (or accidentally set your friends on fire) through 11 playable levels at launch.
Nosy Neighbours: It’s hard to summon an Outer God when the police are at the door or the “fish wife” next door is getting suspicious.
Environmental Hazards: Manage limited space while dealing with mischievous ghosts, slippery blood spills, and sudden blackouts.
Comedy Meets Horror: A darkly comedic aesthetic that balances the tension of Lovecraftian dread with the hilarity of a ritual spiralling out of control.
“A game where rituals go wrong, neighbours get suspicious, and teamwork is the only way to survive.”
Whether you’re a fan of high-pressure management games or just want to see how long your friendship survives a literal apocalypse, Ritual Party looks like a riot.
The biggest game-changer this season is the introduction of Hardlight Mesh windows.
What it is: Translucent, destructible barriers that replace many open windows in buildings.
The Strategy: You can see through them to scout, but you’ll need to smash them to shoot through.
Controller Buff: Legends in the Controller class can repair and reinforce these meshes, making them harder to break and turning buildings into true fortresses.
Legend Reworks & Buffs
Fuse (The Star of Breach): Receives a massive rework. His new “Knuckle Jumper” upgrade lets him leap past defences, while his ultimate has been overhauled to flush out squads with even more explosive pressure.
Bloodhound: Focuses on the hunt with a reduced ultimate cooldown and the ability to extend Beast of the Hunt with every knockdown.
Catalyst: Her Dark Veil can now be deployed horizontally, and her spikes can be hidden from view, making her a defensive nightmare.
Ranked & Gameplay Updates
Dropship Return: After community feedback, the “Drop Zone” experiment is over. Ranked is returning to the classic Dropship start, giving players full agency over their landing spots.
Loot Cleanup: White Backpacks are now standard equipment at spawn, and Knockdown Shields have been removed from ground loot—their strength now scales automatically with your Legend Level.
Bot Royale Evolved: Now supports up to five human squads and allows for full XP/Challenge progression.
7th Anniversary Event
Log in during the launch to celebrate seven years of Apex!
Free Unlocks: Complete challenges to permanently unlock Valkyrie, Revenant, Conduit, and Sparrow.
The Rewards: A community-created reward track, SWAT-themed tactical skins, and a new Mythic Peacekeeper skin.
ProbablyMonsters has officially pulled back the curtain on Nekome: Nazi Hunter, a stylised, third-person action-adventure that trades traditional military heroism for a gritty, personal odyssey of revenge.
Set against the backdrop of war-torn Europe, you play as Vano Nastasu, a young Romani man on a hunt for the Nazi soldiers who murdered his family. This isn’t just another WWII shooter; it’s a grindhouse-inspired “symphony of violence” where every kill is intended to feel heavy and personal.
The Core Intel
Genre: Single-player, third-person action combat.
Protagonist: Vano Nastasu, a survivor-turned-hunter.
Gameplay Loop: A visceral blend of stealth scouting and brutal, up-close combat. Expect grounded finishing moves and “lasting consequences” for every encounter.
Vibe: Heavy cinematic influence from grindhouse films—raw, violent, and unapologetically focused on retribution.
What’s Next?
While the reveal trailer sets a bold tone, the developers are holding back the deeper gameplay mechanics for a full reveal at GDC in March 2026.
“A single-player story of loss, resolve, and what remains when there is nothing left to protect.”
Forget everything you know about the classic playground game. Wink Out, developed by Clevergence Games, is a high-octane 1v1 top-down shooter that turns “winking” into a physics-driven duel of chaos and cards.
The Lowdown
In this indie brawler, the goal isn’t just to shoot—it’s to launch your opponent off the stage. Every hit carries massive knockback, meaning one well-timed ability can send your rival flying into the void.
Mirrored Arenas: Maps are procedurally generated but perfectly mirrored, ensuring every 1v1 is settled by skill, not a lucky spawn.
The Card System: Between rounds, you head to a shared shop to buy ability cards. With trillions of potential combinations, you can craft a build that’s totally broken (in the best way possible).
Comeback Economy: Fallen behind? The game’s economy scales to give the underdog a fighting chance to gear up and flip the script in the next round.
Why You’ll Love It
Chaos Meets Strategy: It’s fast-paced like a platform fighter but strategic like a deck-builder.
Physics is Your Friend: There’s nothing more satisfying than using an opponent’s own momentum to “Wink” them right out of the arena.
Party Ready: While it’s a tight 1v1 experience, it’s built for couch competition and “winner-stays-on” game nights.
The Verdict: If you enjoy games where “just one more round” turns into 3:00 AM, keep an eye on this one. It’s competitive, quirky, and incredibly polished.
Find out more here on Steam – https://shorturl.at/jFloo
Arrakis just got a whole lot bigger—and significantly more forgiving. Chapter 3 of Dune: Awakening is officially live, and it’s being hailed as the game’s most substantial update since launch.
Whether you’re a hardened survivor of the Deep Desert or a “sleeper” looking to return, here is the breakdown of the biggest changes:
The “No More Taxes” Revolution
In a move that has the community cheering, the Emperor has officially abolished base taxation. You no longer need to make regular treks to social hubs to pay CHOAM just to keep your shields powered. Build as big as you want without the constant dread of your base being reclaimed by the storm.
Combat & Gameplay Overhauls
New Weapons: Introduce some chaos with the Pyrocket (explosive fun) and Dual Blades for fast-paced, shield-bypassing strikes.
Rapier Rework: The Rapier has been completely redesigned with a unique, more fluid playstyle.
Specialisations: You can now invest in five distinct progression paths: Combat, Sabotage, Exploration, Gathering, and Crafting.
Rebuilt Landsraad & Endgame
The endgame has been entirely revamped to give you more purpose once you hit Tier 6:
10 New Locations: Including 5 overland challenge zones and 5 repeatable Imperial Testing Stations with escalating boss difficulty.
Landsraad Missions: A new repeatable mission system that builds your Faction Rank and Great House Standing.
Augmentation Station: Customise and power up your Tier 6 gear with the new Augment system to fine-tune your build.
The “Welcome Back” Gift
If you haven’t logged in for 28 days or more, Funcom is offering a Return Package. It scales based on your research level and provides enough resources to get a base and vehicle back up and running immediately.
Note: Launching alongside the free update is the Raiders of the Broken Lands paid DLC (included in the Season Pass), which adds over 70 new Smuggler-themed building pieces and decorations.
Find out more here – https://bit.ly/DuneAwakeningSteam
The city has fallen, the streets are covered in stuffing, and your only hope is a talkative pigeon with an attitude. The GRIMPS demo is officially live on Steam!
If you’ve ever wanted to rip a teddy bear limb from limb (virtually, of course), now is your chance. This isn’t your typical military shooter—it’s a high-intensity, “plush-infested” arena where the enemies explode into buttons and fabric.
What’s inside the Demo:
Absurd Weaponry: Take the Hamster Shotgun for a spin (yes, it fires crushing nuts) or slice through the fluff with the Swordfish Blade.
Tactical Pigeon: Meet your arrogant feathered sidekick. He’s not just for comic relief; he brings fire and ice abilities to the battlefield.
Burst System Combat: Experience the “secret joy” of the Grimps Fighter—tearing stitches and letting the stuffing fly in tactile, visual madness.
Boss Fight: Face off against a fiery plush monstrosity to close out the experience.
Developer: WATT Studio
Full Release: Scheduled for Q2 2026
Play it now: Available for free on Steam
Quick Tip: Don’t let the “cute” aesthetics fool you. These plushies bite back. Keep your movement fluid and use your pigeon’s abilities to control the arena crowd!
The gates of O’ahu have just swung open for a new kind of god. As of February 4, 2026, the Aston Martin Valhalla has officially landed in The Crew Motorfest, bringing its Formula 1-inspired DNA to the tropical playground of Hawaii.
If the Valkyrie was a scream of pure, track-focused insanity, the Valhalla is its more refined, yet equally lethal, younger sibling. Here is everything you need to know about the latest Hypercar to dominate the Summit.
Performance Specs: The Numbers of a Legend
In the world of Motorfest, the Valhalla sits comfortably at the top of the Hypercar category. It isn’t just about straight-line speed; it’s about the surgical precision of its hybrid powertrain.
Engine: 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 + Triple Electric Motors
Power: $1,079 \text{ PS}$ (Total Combined Output)
0–100 km/h: 2.5 Seconds
Top Speed: 350 km/h (217 mph)
Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive (AWD) with Front-Axle Torque Vectoring
Why It’s a Game Changer
What makes the Valhalla stand out in the current meta is its Active Aerodynamics. In Race Mode, the rear wing adjusts dynamically to provide over 600kg of downforce. In-game, this translates to a car that feels “glued” to the asphalt during high-speed technical sections, like the winding roads of the Pali Coast.
Unlike some tail-happy hypercars, the Valhalla utilises its electric motors for Torque Vectoring, meaning you can get on the power much earlier when exiting corners without losing the rear end.
How to Get It
The Valhalla is currently featured in the “When Engineering Becomes Myth” weekly rotation. You can pick it up in two ways:
The Shop: Available for 284,750 CC (Crew Credits) as part of a limited-time bundle.
Customisation: The bundle often includes unique vanities like the Bifrost Voyager Smoke and F1R3 Nitro, perfectly matching the car’s Norse-inspired aesthetic.
Pro Tip: Keep an eye on the Saturday Grand Race modifiers! This week features a “No Collision” modifier specifically for Aston Martin vehicles, making it the perfect time to test the Valhalla’s raw pace without the chaos of a 28-player pile-up.
Final Verdict
The Aston Martin Valhalla isn’t just another addition to your garage; it’s a statement. It bridges the gap between the raw power of traditional internal combustion and the instant response of EV technology. Whether you’re chasing a Platinum rank in the Summit or just cruising the Waikiki beachfront, the Valhalla is the new gold standard for sophistication and speed.
Find out more here – https://www.ubisoft.com/en-gb/game/the-crew/motorfest
Lock and load, survivors. The 40.1 Patch Report has officially dropped, and it’s shaking up the meta just in time for the 2026 season. From weapon rebalancing to the return of classic chaotic features, here is everything you need to know to stay ahead of the Blue Zone.
Weapon Meta Shift: DMRs Under the Microscope
The Mk12 has been dominating the Ranked landscape for far too long. To encourage variety, the devs have implemented some significant tweaks:
Mk12 Nerf: Increased recoil and adjusted damage to bring it back in line with other DMRs.
SLR Adjustments: Minor tuning to ensure it remains a viable, high-skill alternative.
MG3 Tier Rewards: Season 40 brings permanent Ranked weapon skins for the MG3. Time to start the grind.
Map & World Updates
Erangel is shedding its winter coat as the Subzero-specific items (like the Thermal Protection Suit) are removed. But don’t get too comfortable:
The Red Zone & Ferries Return: Whether you love them or hate them, the classic Red Zone is back to ruin your rotations.
Secret Room Buffs: You can now find the All-In-One Repair Kit, Emergency Cover Flare, and Jammer Packs in Secret Rooms across maps.
Destructible Gas Tanks: New environmental hazards have been added—watch where you take cover!
UI & Quality of Life (Console & PC)
The interface is getting a major facelift to help with squad coordination:
Dynamic Squad Icons: New icons now show exactly what your teammates are doing in real-time—healing, reviving, or carrying.
Blue Zone Tracking: The Minimap now features enhanced visual cues at the 1-minute, 30-second, and 10-second marks.
Virtual Cursor (Console): Navigation just got smoother. Console players can now use the L-Stick as a virtual mouse across all menus.
Workshop: Spring Fest 2026
Get ready for Special Crafting. The upcoming Spring Fest introduces brand-new Progressive Weapon Skins and Chromas that can only be crafted in the Workshop. Keep an eye out for the M4 and Mk12 skins teased in the latest leaks.
The Bottom Line
This patch is all about returning to “Core PUBG” while refining the tactical information available to squads. If you relied on the Mk12’s laser-like precision, it might be time to spend some time in the Training Grounds.
Pro Tip: Keep an eye on the flight path of Emergency Pickups—they’re now grayscale on the map for better visibility against other UI elements!
The tides have turned, and the battlefield is evolving. Delta Force Season: Morphosis is officially live as of February 3, 2026, bringing a massive wave of content that shifts the tactical landscape.
Whether you’re an extraction specialist in Operations or a frontline soldier in Warfare, here is everything you need to know about the new season:
New Operator: Vlinder (Lina Van der Meer)
A game-changing Support Operator has arrived. Vlinder (Dutch for “Butterfly”) focuses on high-tech squad sustainability.
Healing Butterfly Drones: Deploys medical UAVs that track and heal allies with “medical dust.”
Flutter Rescue UAVs: Her ultimate ability automatically seeks out downed allies within 55m to revive them, even intercepting explosive damage during the process.
Windmill Smoke Grenade: A unique tactical smoke that you can manually steer using gesture-sensing technology.
New Warfare Map: Aftershock
Experience urban combat like never before. Aftershock features a sprawling city environment with 95% destructible buildings.
Dynamic Destruction: Players can level entire skyscrapers and trigger seismic events that reshape the map mid-match.
New Vehicles: Includes new amphibious options to navigate the changing terrain.
New Mode: Fiery Owl Hunt
In a bold “Boss vs. Player” twist, the Operations mode now features the Fiery Owl Hunt.
Become the Boss: Players who complete “Saeed’s Book” can step into the boots of the legendary boss Saeed or his elite guards.
Lead the AI: As Saeed, the map’s AI guards become your allies, providing intel and backup as you hunt down other player squads.
Weapons & Gear
The meta is shifting with a fresh arsenal and a new ammo tier:
SnowRunner has officially kicked off its fifth year of content with the launch of Season 17: Repair & Rescue, released on January 27, 2026. This update takes players to the rugged landscapes of Western Asia, specifically the new region of Zurdania, shifting the focus toward reconstruction and sustainable development.
Welcome to Zurdania
Season 17 introduces two sprawling 4km² maps: Zurdan Valley and Landslide Valley. Following a series of devastating weather events and crop failures, players are tasked with breathing life back into this mountainous region.
The mission set is diverse, moving beyond simple hauling to focus on:
Agricultural Rehabilitation: Improving soil fertility and introducing new farming techniques.
Infrastructure & Energy: Building a massive solar farm to ensure the region’s future sustainability.Heritage & Tourism: Renovating ancient historical monasteries and constructing a luxury hotel complex to attract visitors back to the peaks.
New Off-Road Specialists
To tackle the muddy valleys and steep inclines of Zurdania, two new vehicles have been added to the roster:
Voron G-5352 Heavy Duty
A multi-purpose workhorse capable of long-range supply missions and pulling medium trailers.
Jangsu RX600Off-Road
An agile, fuel-efficient support specialist designed for light-to-medium cargo hauling in tight spots.
New Gameplay Mechanic:
A significant addition in Season 17 is the Worksite mission type. Unlike standard contracts, Worksites are non-essential jobs that appear on the map to unlock valuable shortcuts.
How it works: Players must drive into a green “Worksite” zone to see the specific cargo requirements.
The Benefit: Completing these tasks restores road networks and bridges, making previously “impossible” routes accessible for the game’s largest 8-slot trailers.
Availability
Season 17: Repair & Rescue is the first instalment of the Year 5 Pass. It is available now as a standalone purchase or as part of the pass on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Note: Owners of the Year 5 Pass also receive the exclusive Pathfinders Vinyl Wrap Pack, which includes new skins for the KHAN Lo4F, Azov 64131, KOLOB 74941, and ANK MK38.
