Microsoft gaming head Phil Spencer is retiring, replaced by an AI exec who promises no “soulless AI slop”
Ah, it's a Friday night, time to rela- Wait a minute, long-time Microsoft gaming CEO Phil Spencer's retiring, his assumed replacement and Xbox president Sarah Bond has resigned, and the suit now being tapped to take over Spenny's gig currently has the following job title: president of Microsoft’s CoreAI product ...
Guide: Best Mario Tennis Games Of All Time
Every Mario Tennis game, ranked.Updated with Mario Tennis Fever. And if you're wondering how Mario's latest racket romp measures up to his other sporting achievements, do we have a ranked list for you!<related ids="178007">Read the full article on nintendolife.com ...
Backrooms Level X – A Liminal Horror Descent into the Infinite Void
February 20, 2026 Backrooms Level X – A Liminal Horror Descent into the Infinite Void Summary
- Out now for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One.
- Inside the creative process behind Firenut’s handcrafted liminal horrors.
- Expanded dual levels boost replayability through art and code mastery.

Share of the Week: Nioh 3
Last week, we asked you to explore the world of Nioh 3 and share moments fighting yokai using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here are this week’s highlights: KeenEyeVP shares their protagonist striking a artful pose Mayuchemaru shares characters wearing ornate armor kisa0315ragi shares their character reeling back to attack ...

Pokémon TCG: Everything You Need to Know About First Partner Illustration Collection Series 1
The journey to Pokémon’s 30th Anniversary has officially begun with these gorgeous illustration rare-style promo cards that commemorate the bonds between a Trainer and their loyal first partner. Whether you’re a Kanto veteran or new to the world of Pokémon, this new collection encourages you to look back on your ...

Nier: Automata Has Now Sold 10 Million Copies
Nier: Automata, Yoko Taro and PlatinumGames' 2017 action RPG follow-up to Nier and the Drakengard series, has officially sold 10 million copies nine years after its release.This comes from a tweet/X post and YouTube video shared by the official accounts for Nier and publisher Square Enix respectively. The post includes ...
Capcom Pledges ‘Firm Action’ Following Widespread Resident Evil Requiem Leaks, Begs Fans Not to ‘Ruin’ Excitement for Others
Capcom has at last acknowledged the fact that Resident Evil Requiem has now been widely leaked, and promised "firm action" against those responsible. In a statement posted to social media, Capcom said it believed the "large number of gameplay videos" now floating around the internet — some of which contain ...
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Wireless Gen 2 gaming headset review: good listener, bad talker
So much of what the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Wireless Gen 2 does, it does right. Its build quality is outstanding, having a thickness and solidity that most wireless headsets lack. Its stretchy headband, as on pretty much all SteelSeries headsets, successfully tricked my entire skull into thinking it was ...
Talking Point: Our Pokémon Presents 2026 Predictions – What Are You Hoping For?
Anniversary Anticipation.A Pokémon Presents showcase on Pokémon Day? Whatever will they think of next!Yes, TPC is back with its yearly showcase on 27th February 2026, but this is a big one, because it marks 30 years since Red and Blue first burst onto the scene in Japan back in 1996.Read ...

Resident Evil Requiem Has a Bizarre Ultra-Limited Edition With Exercise Equipment in Japan — and It Sold Out Almost Instantly
In Japan, Capcom has teamed up with a company known for its shopping channel-style infomercials, to release a bizarre and extremely limited edition of Resident Evil Requiem that includes exercise equipment.Limited to only 50 sets and priced at 19,800yen ($127), the Terrifying Nightmare Set made in collaboration with e-commerce/talent management ...
