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Category: Games Overwatch: The New Year-Long Narrative, Explained Miranda MoyerOverwatch Narrative Lead Published February 4, 2026 SummaryOverwatch narrative lead Miranda Moyer tells us more about The Reign of Talon: the first complete, year-long story arc for Overwatch. The new narrative launches with immediate global conflict as Talon challenges Overwatch, and will introduce 10 new heroes, each woven directly into the unfolding story. Get ready for an Overwatch story that keeps you at the edge of your seat, with non-stop action, evolving characters, and plot twists. Today, Blizzard’s Overwatch Spotlight announced the start of an exciting new story‑driven era for Overwatch, highlighted by a year-long narrative arc called The Reign of Talon, all‑new UI/UX design, and much more. Be sure to check out the full video for all of the…
Hey, everyone! We’re excited to finally share a gameplay overview for Toxic Commando and announce that the game launches on March 12. We’ve been working hard on this one, and we can’t wait for you to get your hands on it. Play Video For those just catching up, Toxic Commando is our take on the co-op shooter genre, blending intense horde combat with vehicle-based gameplay in open environments. We wanted to give you a deeper look at how this project came together and what makes it tick. From concept to chaos The whole thing started with a pitch from Saber…
Category: Announcements Safer Internet Day 2026: Xbox Transparency Report and Tools to Play with Confidence Kim KunesVice President of Gaming Trust & Safety Published February 4, 2026 Bringing the joy of gaming to everyone means protecting the people who play, and that responsibility has been core to Xbox since the beginning. We know that gaming just might be the most fulfilling, socially connected, and powerful form of entertainment today, and it’s crucial we continue protecting the shared moments and experiences that come from playing games together. As we mark Xbox’s 25th anniversary this year, our commitment remains unchanged. In 2022,…
It’s time to see which PS5, PS4, PS VR2, and free-to-play games topped last month’s download charts. January saw players continue to scavenge, fight, and extract in Arc Raiders, which topped the US PS5 charts, while players in the EU prepared for the World Cup with EA Sports FC 26. The new fighter 2XKO debuted in the top three on the free-to-play charts. Check out the full listings below. What titles are you playing this month? PS5 Games US/CanadaEUARC RaidersEA SPORTS FC 26Grand Theft Auto VARC RaidersNBA 2K26Grand Theft Auto VMinecraftUFC 5EA SPORTS Madden NFL 26MinecraftCall of Duty: Black Ops…
Category: ID@XboxFebruary 3, 2026 Grab Four Crunching Koalas XPA Faves at a Discount Bartosz Wnuk – Marketing Manager, Crunching Koalas SummaryHighlights from four Crunching Koalas bangers available on Xbox.All four titles are now Xbox Play Anywhere-enabled.Each game is available with Game Pass discount starting right now. Whether you’re playing on console, PC or handheld devices, Xbox Play Anywhere makes it easier than ever to take your games with you – and right now, it’s the perfect time to dive in. Heading Out, Kamikaze Lassplanes, Once Upon a Jester, and The Gap each bring something wildly different to the table, from…
Category: GamesFebruary 3, 2026 Blitz for Days in EA Sports Madden NFL 26 with EA Play, Available February 5 Juliet Niczewicz, Senior Director, Corporate Communications, EA See why Madden NFL 26 is Built From Sundays. Get unlimited access with EA Play starting February 5, then score a Supercharge Pack in Ultimate Team by March 6. Members can blitz for days with unlimited access to all the new explosive gameplay and feature updates. EA Sports Madden NFL 26 is available on the Play List on February 5. Play with Xbox Cloud Gaming, Xbox PC Game Pass or Ultimate with EA Play. Members…
MLB The Show fans, the time is here. San Diego Studio couldn’t be more excited to share all of the new updates we have in store for MLB The Show 26. This year, we’re giving you more control, deeper immersion, and more action on and off the field. Play Video Road to The Show: More to the journey This year, Road To The Show builds on what you loved in ‘25, creating an even more immersive experience. We’ve: Expanded the amateur experience to add more realism to your story on the way to The Show Added 11 additional college teams…
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Category: GamesFebruary 3, 2026 Become the Boss (Literally!) in Delta Force’s New Extraction Update Joe Meng, PR & Communications Manager at Team Jade SummaryDelta Force’s latest season, Morphosis is now live and players get to play as an in-game boss in the new Fiery Owl Hunt mode.Fiery Owl Hunt is a fully fledged mode that has its own progression, narrative bits and rewards.We talked with several key developers behind this mode to understand how it was brought to life from a wild idea. In a traditional Delta Force Operations game, the casting is usually fixed: you play as an Operator,…
Category: AnnouncementsFebruary 3, 2026 The Perfect Match: Find Your New Favorite Sports Game, and Win Exclusive Prizes Lisa BrumfieldSr. Monetization & Partner Marketing Manager SummaryThe Score More With Xbox Digital Sports Collection is designed to help you find your perfect sports game.From February 3-16, we’re also running The Perfect Match giveaway.Win custom controllers, exclusive caps, and copies of top sporting titles. Love is in the air… and so are new gaming possibilities. Score More With Xbox is celebrating Valentine’s season by helping players discover their next sporting passion with ‘The Perfect Match’. We’re making it effortless to find the sports…