On February 27, Resident Evil Requiem, the main hit of the first months of 2026, was launched. Today, we will take an in-depth look at the game's pre-release metrics, such as wishlists and pre-orders, and delve into the sales history of the franchise and its significance for Capcom's success

The service is called Mappex and is already collecting applications for early access.

The indie studio Sad Cat Studios, previously based in Minsk, announced that nearly a million people have added its debut project to their wishlist.

According to the business publication's assessment, the company's current value is $1.6 billion. This is $100 million more than experts had estimated for the company a year earlier, even though at that time the company ranked among the top 10

The "Gaming Industry" conference for game developers and publishers is returning to Belarus. It will take place in the country's capital in two months. Here's what to expect and who has already confirmed their participation

Following Paramount Skydance's decision to raise its all-cash bid to $31 per share, Netflix has pulled back its proposal to acquire Warner Bros Discovery.

We're returning to the "Investor/Publisher Wanted" section. This time with a project from solo developer DevStoria. It's a narrative-driven action game called "The Last UNION," which has been in development for nearly three years already

Splash Damage has taken over Gamepires, the creator of Scum, from Jagex, the company behind Runescape, in a deal supported by Emona Capital

New York Attorney General Letitia James has initiated legal action against Valve, claiming that the loot boxes in Counter-Strike 2, Team Fortress 2, and Dota 2 illegally promote gambling to minors.

Previously, the studio had 200 employees. It is unknown how many of them lost their positions

Recently, Blizzard Entertainment announced Overwatch Rush, a new mobile game in the style of Brawl Stars — an isometric cooperative action game. Investor and analyst Michail Katkoff evaluated its prospects with skepticism

The company came under fire for supporting loot boxes and the ability to sell virtual items.

Full Circle, the developer behind the game Skate, is restructuring its team, resulting in an unspecified number of job cuts.

Sensor Tower, a digital intelligence and analytics firm, has published its State of Gaming 2026 report. The report highlights stagnant revenue growth for mobile gaming, while PC and console gaming continue to experience double-digit growth. Additionally, it notes that PC gaming reached another record year, with a higher number of games sold on Steam than in any previous year.

Clint Hocking, a seasoned developer who was heading the new Assassin's Creed project, has departed from Ubisoft amid the company's recent organizational changes

The new leadership of "World of Tanks" continues to build upon initiatives that were started by the company's previous owner

Last year, the industry was discussing the transformation of Xbox into a multiplatform publisher. Today, Microsoft's gaming business is entering a new era. This is a great opportunity to look at Phil Spencer's legacy—with numbers and charts—and understand what lies ahead for the company

Amazon Game Studios has terminated its publishing partnership with Maverick Games, citing a strategic shift to concentrate on projects that capitalize on Amazon's distinct capabilities and extensive reach

The French publisher and developer Nacon has declared insolvency.

Another news item today relates to age verification.

A court in Zagreb has issued a bankruptcy order against the organizer of Croatia's Reboot Develop Blue conference due to unpaid debts amounting to €520,000, as reported by the Croatian news site tportal via machine translation. Damir Đurović's company, Digitalna avantura, has been instructed to pay €2,000 to initiate the bankruptcy process, following a decision indicating the company lacked sufficient assets to settle its debts

It is called New Radical Games. The founders present it as the direct successor to their previous companies. The website states: Radical Entertainment + Hothead Games = New Radical Games. In this regard, the story claims to be unique

Users in these countries will not be able to download apps marked 18+ unless they confirm their age using "reasonable methods"

Under the leadership of Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma, Xbox is not experiencing any "pressure from Microsoft" to incorporate AI.

Information has emerged about the creation of the Cyprus Game Developers Association (CYGMA).

The demo festival "Games to Be" (also known as Next Fest) began on February 23, which is actively promoted on the main page of Steam each time

The initial results have been revealed for the collection of "Wish" from the pixel farm Silicone Heart, dedicated to growing vegetables, automating production chains, and resource collection, by the team Garden of Dreams

Chinese majors are unsettled by Roblox's success. As a result, they continue to integrate UGC solutions into their major titles

Ubisoft's CEO, Yves Guillemot, expressed his complete understanding of the "legitimate concerns of our teams" following the company's restructuring and the resulting job cuts.

Game developers now have the option to upload game distributions for Android-based operating systems to Steam.

The legendary developer is no longer involved in the development of the company's new game. His priority is writing the script for an upcoming film.

Changes at Microsoft, closure of TiMi Montreal, launch of "Let the Games Begin".

Amazon Game Studios is terminating Glowmade's online multiplayer dungeon crawler, King of Meat.

Roblox has expressed strong disagreement with allegations that it is neglecting the safety of children. This follows a lawsuit filed by officials in Los Angeles against the online platform, accusing it of "failing to protect children from predatory behavior."

Krafton, the publisher behind the popular game PUBG, has named a new chief AI officer.

Nexon has named Patrick Söderlund as its new executive chairman, tasking him with "accelerating global strategy, transforming creative direction, and leading the next phase of growth"

Ubisoft's subsidiary, Vantage Studios, which is backed by Tencent and serves as the new base for titles like Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Rainbow Six, has unveiled the leadership team for Assassin's Creed

Meta is "redirecting the focus" of its Horizon Worlds metaverse platform to be "primarily mobile."

TiMi Studio Group, a subsidiary of Tencent, has reportedly closed its Montréal studio.

Asha Sharma, stepping into the position of CEO and Executive Vice President of Microsoft Gaming, has expressed a firm stance against "bad AI"

Sarah Bond, the former president of Xbox, described her recent departure as "the right time for me to take my next step, both personally and professionally"

In January 2026, consumer spending on video games in the United States experienced a 3% increase year-over-year, reaching $4.3 billion. This rise was primarily fueled by a 23% surge in non-mobile subscription services, which brought in $596 million in revenue.

According to an IGN report, Phil Spencer and Sarah Bond are leaving their positions at Xbox, signaling a significant leadership change and possibly a new direction for one of the gaming industry's major publishers.

Circana analyst Mat Piscatella shared the first report on the state of the American market in 2026. Key points were selected

Horizon Worlds was initially part of the company's ambitions toward the metaverse. The company no longer uses this term and is now moving away from its original focus on VR.

Square Enix shared the successes of the project, hinting that the franchise's story will continue. In what form remains unclear

In Poland, unique conditions have emerged that encourage small studios to go public. Today's in-depth piece explores the reasons behind this phenomenon, the specifics of local exchanges, and government support

Ubisoft Toronto has cut 40 positions within its staff, aligning with Ubisoft's worldwide effort to reduce costs.

Midsummer Studios, established by ex-XCOM designer Jake Solomon, is preparing to shut down its operations

The Saudi Savvy Games Group is expanding. While some companies continue to offload assets, the creators of Monopoly Go! are making significant investments