Launch kicks off with a 10% discount, new trailer, and community high-score Combo Damage Challenge

Tokyo, Japan – February 5th, 2026 – Shueisha Games has officially launched their turn-based gem-matching roguelite ANTHEM#9 on Steam today, available for £12.79/$14.99/€14.99. To celebrate the release, the game is available with a limited-time 10% launch discount until February 17th, alongside a major demo update, a brand-new launch trailer and a special community Combo Damage Challenge with prizes up for grabs!

“We are incredibly excited to bring ANTHEM#9 to players and celebrate its launch together,” said Wataru Morita, ANTHEM#9 Producer at Shueisha Games. “The game embodies our commitment to supporting creative voices like Koeda and delivering experiences that reward mastery and skill. With the launch discounts and community challenges, we can’t wait to see players dive in, share their achievements and discover how far they can push their combos!

Major Demo Update, New Launch Trailer and Steam Sale
Alongside the launch of ANTHEM#9, the demo has been replaced with a brand new version, bringing it closer to the main game. Players can enjoy the revamped UI and can play as one of the three playable agents, Rubit, in her first mission. The official launch trailer showcases the game’s stylish action and striking visuals, with narration by Yuka Nukui, the voice of Ribit. From the game’s launch date until Monday, February 17th, players can pick up ANTHEM#9 on Steam with a special 10% launch discount.

Launch Combo Damage Challenge
To commemorate the launch of ANTHEM#9, Shueisha Games is hosting a community Combo Damage Challenge from February 11th to 28th, 2026. Players are invited to compete by submitting their maximum combo damage scores achieved in EXTRA stages 1 through 10. Participants can enter by following the official Shueisha Games X account (@SHUEISHA_GAMES), use the designated hashtag announced on the campaign start day, and quote-retweet the campaign post with a screenshot showing their clear result and maximum combo damage. Multiple submissions are allowed, Steam currency prizes are up for grabs, and the top 10 rank holders will be added to the game’s Staff credits in a future patch as the Ultimate Damage Holders.

About ANTHEM#9
ANTHEM#9 is a turn-based roguelite where players match red, green and blue gems to activate skills and unleash dazzling combo chains. Quick thinking and smart deck-building are the keys to survival as every run challenges you to adapt, strategize and push your combos to the limit.

Match gems to trigger powerful skills, chain them together for massive damage and crush bosses with style. Collect new skills and “Blessings” as you progress through procedurally generated dungeons as you customize your deck to fit your strategy. The higher the combo, the greater the thrill of battle!

For more information on ANTHEM#9:
Official Website: https://shueisha-games.com/games/anthemnumber9/
Buy on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2656490/ANTHEM9/
Join the Discord Server: https://discord.gg/Ap3JGdmECq

About Koeda
Koeda is a self-taught game creator who began developing games in 2021. With no prior industry or programming experience, he pursued his passion for game development from scratch, ultimately creating his debut title, ANTHEM#9. The project earned the Grand Prize at the Shueisha Game Creators Camp Game BBQ vol.2 (No Demo Division).

About Shueisha Games
Shueisha Games, founded in February 2022 and headquartered in Tokyo, is an enthusiastic and experienced team responsible for the planning, development, and sales of many titles for consoles, PCs, and smartphones.

Acclimatize yourself with a post-apocalyptic war-torn galaxy in the game’s demo, featuring atmospheric visuals, an alluring original soundtrack, and the game’s first boss encounter.

Seattle, United States, 05 February, 2026 | Calling all Wayfairers: indie developer Codex Interactive is excited to launch the first public demo for their debut title, Omen, available now on Steam. Showcasing the first of the Omen’s four acts, the demo invites players to battle their way through the fringes of a fallen empire.

A Macabre Introduction

Humanity has been reduced to The Voidborn, a post-apocalyptic expanse of ex-starfaring civilizations inhabiting broken space stations and nomadic spaceships. Experience Omen’s first act in the new demo, assuming the role of an immortal starship pilot sent to investigate the collapse of the Samarin Empire. Rumours spread of a cosmic anomaly known as The Veil, and it is your responsibility to investigate. Begin your adventure with three enemy bases to raid, and upcycle your hard-earned resources to fabricate dozens of weapon combinations. Three ship types are available to lead your preparations against an incoming raid and Omen’s first boss encounter. Enjoy this macabre introduction to Omen’s four-act starfaring saga.

The Monastery

Omen combines base defense combat, stackable roguelike upgrades, and extraction looter elements for a cross-genre gameplay experience. At the start of the game, you come across the remains of a monastery, a broken-down structure, but suitable enough to use as your base. With the Monastery as your main hub, interact with local NPCs to claim missions, trade for utility items, and build new weapons for your future raids. The Monastery is a prime target for the forces of the Veil, and they will seek to destroy it. Build out your defenses and try to survive brutal waves of enemy onslaught. After successfully defending the Monastery against raiders, choose a perk–known as a blessing–to provide powerful upgrades to your future runs.

Isometric Extraction Experience

When you’re ready to set off, choose an enemy region to target. Extract precious resources before the enemy armada arrives, and keep the fight going to fend off more defensive waves for higher-value resources. Hunt for components and blueprints on enemy bases to bring back your base for new crafting opportunities. Each level boasts mini-objectives for players to complete, challenging players to fight for key rewards–or die trying.

Demo Out Now

Players can enjoy the first of Omen’s four acts in the public demo, available now on Steam. Begin your wayfairing adventure with a set of three enemy territories to loot and raid for precious resources. Return to your base and transform these resources into dozens of weapons, utility items, and defense structures. Three ship types are also available with a variety of configurations to suit your defensive style. No raid comes without a cost, however. Prepare to defend against an incoming horde determined to reclaim their stolen items. Among them is one of the Batarri Horde’s chieftains and Omen’s first boss encounter. Do you have what it takes to overcome?

Demo Features:

• Battle through the first of Omen’s 4 acts, beginning your journey as an Astral pilot.
• Raid 3 enemy territories to collect valuable resources for your offensive and defensive measures. 
• Defend your base from the Batarri Horde, a group seeking vengeance for your previous raid. 
• Uncover 4 side quests to familiarize yourself with the dark history of The Voidborn.
• Choose from 3 different ship types, each featuring a variety of customizations to suit your playstyle.
• Discover more than a dozen unlockable weapons, items, and base defense structures.
• Experience a selection of original tracks from the game’s soundtrack.

Omen’s free demo is out now on Steam.Players can wishlist the game for launch updates and anticipate its full launch, coming soon. For more information about Codex Interactive, please visit their website: https://www.codexinteractive.com/

About Codex Interactive

Codex Interactive is a three-person indie game studio based in the Pacific Northwest, focused on making games with a gritty, immersive atmosphere, iconic electronic soundtracks, and unique gameplay. Omen is the studio’s first game, a top-down space ship extraction shooter where the player must upgrade and defend their base while also raiding enemy territory for resources. 

Build a better tomorrow, today 

Sydney, Australia — February 5, 2026 | Indie studio Chaos Theory Games is excited to announce Rusthaven, a cosy adventure management game about building a solarpunk skyship, meaningful relationships, and a better tomorrow. 

Watch the Rusthaven Announcement Trailer below:

In Rusthaven, players take on the role of Captain-model robot Scoot, who has woken up aboard the ragtag Rescue Crew’s ship to find their best friend Bipp beyond repair. At the request of their new crewmates, players will take the helm of the skyship, exploring a verdant post-apocalyptic world in search of lost bots and old tech. Rusthaven is a game about second chances, giving hope to allies and the world they inhabit.

While scavenging resources to upgrade their skyship in a ruined, yet beautiful world, players will find broken-down robots that can be repaired, rebooted, and welcomed aboard as new crewmates. As the player helps these befriended bots to recover their lost memories and rediscover their passions, they’ll unlock new abilities, interactions, and ship upgrades. As this found family grows, their airborne quarters will transform from a simple scavenging vehicle into a warm, lived-in space that everyone on board can call home.

Following on from their 2024 strategy game Crab God, which saw players’ in-game progression contribute to real-world ocean conservation efforts, Rusthaven is a continuation of Chaos Theory Games’ mission to create video games that imagine a better future.

“Our vision has always been to give players great games that inspire hope and leave the world a better place than we found it,” said Nico King, Creative Director at Chaos Theory Games. “In 2026, now more than ever, we think it’s important to make games that imagine a better future.” 

Rusthaven Key Features:

• A cosy skyship base that grows with your rescued crew
• Robot companions with hobbies, personal arcs, and dreams
• Chill exploration of a hopeful post-collapse world
• Tactile salvage and crafting of retro human tech
• Deep customisation of rooms, ship systems, and decorations
• A focus on community, care, and belonging

A ragtag robot crew, a flying home, and a planet worth saving — Rusthaven is coming to PC in 2027, and is available to wishlist now on Steam.

About Chaos Theory Games

Chaos Theory Games is an award-winning indie studio founded in 2011 by three childhood friends, best known for creating thoughtful, wholesome games. Chaos Theory Games strives to create games that make the world a better place, inspiring a more sustainable future through the magic of play. This ethos is clear in atmospheric underwater strategy game Crab God, which helped contribute to actual ocean conservation efforts, and upcoming cosy management game about building relationships and a better tomorrow, Rusthaven.

Grand conspiracies, sordid secrets and ruthless factions await – play the Switch demo now and bring your progress to the full game on March 5!

TOKYO – Feb. 5, 2026 – Publishers Clouded Leopard Entertainmentand Spiral Up, in association with developer Metal Head Games, are excited to announce that the critically acclaimed prison break RPG Back to the Dawn has a new demo available now on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Experience the tale from the beginning of Thomas’s story through the end of the second day in prison, discovering the game’s immersive detail while getting a taste of life in the joint. Progress in the demo can be carried over to the full game when it launches on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on March 5 for $34.99|€34.99|£29.99!

Already a hit on PC and Xbox Series X|S, with Overwhelmingly Positive reviews on Steam, Back to the Dawn is a gritty, story-focused RPG where you’ll choose between two protagonists, Thomas the Fox, a wrongfully imprisoned investigative journalist, or Bob the Panther, an undercover agent, as they seek to uncover a corrupt maximum-security facility’s dirty little secrets. Investigate, survive, and ultimately break free from prison before disaster strikes.

Every choice matters. From the gangs you infiltrate and characters you befriend (or manipulate) to the gruesome decisions you’ll have to make – survival is your only priority.

Back to the Dawn Key Features

• Pick Your Path & Break Free: Navigate a prison ruled by three powerful gangs and uncover layers of intrigue interacting with dozens of uniquely memorable characters. With over 100 handcrafted quests, multiple escape routes – each with its own risks and rewards – several possible endings, and more than 500,000 words of gripping narrative, Back to the Dawn is a deeply replayable RPG unlike anything you’ve experienced.
• Uncover The Truth: Discover a hardboiled tale of betrayal and vengeance! Play as Thomas the Fox, a journalist caught up in a dark conspiracy and thrown into prison for not playing ball, or Bob the Panther, an undercover agent who has never failed a mission, but wants out of this dangerous line of work!
• What Kind Of Prisoner Will You Be? Boulderton Prison is enormous, filled with many places to explore and challenges to overcome. Be sure to follow the rules, or at least try not to get caught! Will you be a model prisoner – or will you leave a trail of chaos and destruction in your wake? It’s all up to you.
• A Colorful Cast: Meet a colorful cast of inmates, each with an interesting story to tell. Make them your friends or fight, bully and rob them into submission. Pick a side! Will you be part of a gang or a cunning lone wolf?
• Open Character Growth System: Are you a tough guy who lets his fists do the talking, a thief who hides in the shadows, or a smooth talker who manipulates the scene? Develop your skills, craft tools to suit your style, and climb your way up from new fish to top dog.
• Plan Your Prison Escape: In a place built to break you, your sharpest weapons are your creativity and cunning. Every inch of Boulderton Prison might hold the key to your escape, from your cell to the infirmary, to the sewers and rooftops. Can you make it out alive?

Back to the Dawn will be available on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on March 5, 2026. It’s available now on PC via Steam and the Microsoft Store, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Game Pass. To learn more about the game’s systems and characters, check out this game guide!

About Clouded Leopard Entertainment

Clouded Leopard Entertainment Inc. is a Tokyo-based global video game publisher founded in August 2019 by industry veteran Yuen-Yuen Chen. The company serves as a strategic bridge, connecting premier Japanese developers with the international gaming community through high-quality localization and multi-platform distribution.

Specializing in marketing and publishing services for Asia and beyond, CLE maintains strong partnerships with renowned developers such as Nihon Falcom and D3 Publisher. The company is best known for bringing legendary franchises, including the acclaimed “Trails” (Kiseki) and “Ys” series, to global audiences across PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC (Steam).

Driven by its mission to be a “hub of entertainment,” Clouded Leopard Entertainment leverages its in-house technical expertise in porting and debugging to deliver heartfelt creative works worldwide. By preserving the original creative vision while adapting to diverse markets, the company continues to foster a borderless community for fans everywhere.

Official Website: https://www.cloudedleopardent.com

About Spiral Up

Spiral Up is an international game publisher based in Singapore that specializes in publishing high-quality indie games for PC. Our team comprises experienced game veterans with decades of combined experience in indie game development and marketing. We pride ourselves on offering a full suite of publishing services and our ability to market games to the world, including the huge but difficult-to-enter Chinese market. Our mission is simple: to find the hidden gems of the indie market and help polish them into shining diamonds that can be enjoyed and celebrated by gamers worldwide.

Official Website: https://www.spiralupgames.com

New Animus, skins, rewards and more 

Shanghai, China — February 5, 2026 | XD Games is excited to announce that Etheria: Restart Season SS3 Auric Warcry has launched today and runs through 5 April 2026.

With SS3, XD Games is focused on welcoming new and returning players to Etheria: Restart. For veteran players, there is a limited-time Animus Reconfiguration event, which will give them three opportunities to reset their owned Animuses. Reconfiguration will return Animuses to their original Star level, level, and Prowess Empower. All lattices, Shadowprints, Investigation Records, Prowess materials, and Etheria Coins used on an Animus will be refunded once that Animus has been reset.

Returning players are introduced to our new system: Dormant Coffer. This new feature allows players to accumulate and store up to 60 days of unclaimed resources while they are offline. Once they sign-in, they can claim the lot.

Also, SS3’s seasonal servers are full of things that will aid anyone new to Etheria: Restart. Players that create a character on the new Auric Warcry servers will get a 14-day double-drop buff, and the Growth Boost event cap has been increased from level 30 to level 100. Additionally, a safeguard mechanism has been implemented that won’t match players with level 100 players in the Summit Arena until they’ve reached Diamond rank or hit level 100 themselves.

A pair of brand new Animus make their debut today, too: Kethos and Bornova. Kethos – the 12th executioner of R.C.S. and the very first Kinetic-type Animus in Etheria: Restart – was also once a world-renowned artist obsessed with sculpting, theatrical staging and dramas, and that flair is clear once you see this Animus in combat. On top of providing excellent tactical support for his team via an exclusive passive that allows him to take over ally turns, Kethos’ ostentatiously inflicts damage on enemies with his iron maiden, Blood Maiden.

Another Animus available from today is the shadow operative, Bornova. A member of the E.O.S. Security Defense Bureau’s 3rd Special Operations Unit, Bornova is an offence-oriented DPS Animus, whose exclusive passive enhances damage against single targets.

Kethos and Bornova aren’t the only Animus joining Etheria: Restart for the new season. On 26 February, Xuanli – the co-director of DOKI Entertainment – and Gianc – former resident of the Nightmares – will join the game. And, on 19 March, Elysian Prison military officer Asal, and E.O.S. Security Defense Bureau inspector Airon, will be added to the roster.

SS3 Auric Warcry is also expanding on previously introduced features from last season’s SS2 Rime Tiara. In Arena Realm event Summit Brawl, players can now select any 3 Animus from their roster to battle in their MAX form, meaning those characters will have maxed out levels and skills. Additionally, cross-server, global matchmaking is coming to competitive PvP mode, RTA. This update is expected to go live mid-season.

For more on everything mentioned here, as well as information on some additional events, challenges, and skills, check out the Hypertalk: SS3 Season Auric Warcry preview on the official Etheria: Restart YouTube channel.

Etheria: Restart is available to play for free now on PC, iOS, and Android.

About XD Games

Founded in 2003, XD Games. is a global video games developer and publisher with extensive experience across development, publishing and operations. As of 2022, XD has 38 free-to-play and paid games with over 50 million monthly active users worldwide. In addition, TapTap — a mobile games community and app store — was launched by XD in 2016 and is estimated to currently have 44 million monthly active users. XD’s mission is to assemble like-minded talented games industry craftspeople with a common goal of touching the hearts of players around the world. XD produces games of the finest quality with passion, offering a pure gaming experience, and encouraging players of all ages to embrace the unique joy of video gaming.

Prague, February 5th, 2026 – Bohemia Interactive and Enjoy Studio are back with the latest development update for Everwind, which outlines major world, combat, and system improvements. The developers are also glad to officially announce the release window of the early access version.

For starters, let’s look back at the inspiring success of the Steam Next Fest demo, as it marked a significant milestone for Everwind’s development process. More than 355,000 players tried the demo, generating over 1,500 user reviews with an 86% positive rating, which placed the game among the most played demos of the event. This warm response has been both humbling and truly appreciated, and it has been shaping the internal priorities ever since, as the development has shifted back to the foundations of the game: the world itself.

The procedural island generator has been heavily reworked to create more natural shapes, deeper terrain layers, and more visually distinct biomes. Islands now feature steeper cliffs, rugged mountains, hidden caves, and far more verticality. Moreover, the environment of biomes has been expanded with more structures and lore objects, and altitude-based biomes are being introduced as well.

Combat and enemies are also evolving, as new bosses will challenge players in arena-style encounters, while new enemies offer a refreshing variety with their special abilities. Parrying is now supported for both
weapons and shields, and a growing selection of weapons, armor, and rare unique items provides more opportunities for improved builds and playstyles. The magic system is also different due to the addition of spellbooks that allow players to cast powerful support and area-of-effect spells without using a staff, while staffs now use a charge-based system with different tiers and special abilities. 

And finally, despite being an unreached Kickstarter goal, NPC villages with traders and guards are also going to be part of the game!

On top of that, a long list of quality-of-life improvements is being added, including better navigation markers, full keybinding support, quick shortcuts, and a death marker system.

With the Early Access release now officially planned for Q1 2026, the team is entering the final stretch toward release, focusing on polish, balance, and incorporating player feedback as Everwind prepares to open its skies to the community. Make sure to add the game to your Steam Wishlist

About Enjoy Studio

Enjoy Studio is a rapidly growing game development studio from Poland, which specializes in the development and porting of video games. Since 2020, two titles have been released that have gained recognition among players. Our team is a harmonious blend of young enthusiasts and experienced industry veterans, who create games with passion and expertise. Together, with an unwavering enthusiasm for gaming, we strive to fulfill our ambitions and dreams.

About Bohemia Incubator

Bohemia Incubator is where good ideas become fantastic games. The Incubator empowers indie game makers to develop their playable prototypes and receive the help they need to prepare their product for full release. Bohemia Incubator offers financial support and publishing services to original projects with a unique vision. All you need is a playable prototype and an undying desire to flourish.

About Bohemia Interactive

Our story began with our first game, Arma: Cold War Assault, released back in 2001. Developed by just a handful of people, this PC-exclusive title became a massive success. It sold well over a million copies, received numerous industry awards, and was praised by critics and players alike. Since then, we’ve grown from a ragtag bunch of garage devs to an international family of over 400 professionals, working on Arma 3, Arma 4, Arma Reforger, DayZ, Ylands, Vigor, our proprietary Enfusion engine, and various other projects. Our ambition: to make games that act as platforms for people to explore, create, and connect.

A five‑minute gameplay video showcases a typical day in the life of a 13th‑century Mongolian Yam courier. The Legend of Khiimorirides toward Early Access on March 3rd, 2026, on Steam and the Epic Games Store

Amstelveen, Netherlands and Munich, Germany, February 3^rd, 2026 – Publisher Mindscape and Developer Aesir Interactive are excited to reveal a five-minute gameplay showcase and brand-new key art for the upcoming game The Legend of Khiimori.

The new gameplay video explains the challenges and dangers you will encounter during your deliveries. It features commentary from our experienced Design Director, Steve Bristow, who guides you through a full gameplay loop of our upcoming, system-driven Early Access version of the game.

The video shows how our system-driven gameplay allows you to shape your own experience. 

By system‑driven, we mean that we hand over authorship to the player. Instead of being told what the story is, players create their own through interacting systems such as movement, survival, terrain, consequences, and choice. Every decision matters, and no two self‑written stories are the same. 

On top of our system-driven gameplay during Early Access, a main story and fully crafted narrative will be added for the game’s full release. 

Distance and time matter. Preparation decides everything!

• Carry cargo and diplomatic messages into the far reaches beyond your nomad village. 
• Keep yourself safe from danger by strategically planning your delivery routes across the wide steppes, over snowy peaks, or through the scorching desert. 
• Prepare yourself for harsh climates, steep cliffs, and amazing landscapes by crafting essential items, and setting up camp in the untamed wilds. 
• Breed authentic horses based on real‑world horse genetics and select the perfect mount for each courier mission across the Mongolian wilderness. 
• Unlock vital equipment by increasing your Yam rank, each upgrade becoming an essential part of your next journey. 

• Keep your horse’s saddlebags well balanced to prevent your horse from sustaining life‑threatening injuries. 
• On every journey, you will face new decisions on how to overcome danger: for example, decide if you want to shoot wolves with a well‑aimed arrow or scare them away with powder pouches. 
• Unexplored ruins, challenges involving fire, weather and spirits, hostile areas and many more secrets await you in this system‑driven open world. 
• For the Early Access release, voice‑over will already be partly available in English and Mongolian. We are proud to introduce our Mongolian voice actors, who bring our characters to life with their wonderful performances! 

Current Mongolian Voice Actor Cast:

• Naraa (protagonist) – Erica Baatarbold
• Altani – Sarantuya Dashnanzad
• Yisu – Munkhzul Zorigt
• Batu – Miyegombo Alexander
• Jetei, Kuchu – Altangerel Enkhbold
• Sartaq – Iderchuluun Jargalsaikhan
• Usun, Tuge – Bavuudorj Batsukh
• Additional NPCs – Ganchimeg Sandagdorj

The Legend of Khiimori launches in Early Access on Steam and Epic Games Store on March 3^rd, 2026.

The full release of the game is planned on PC and consoles.

Wishlist The Legend of Khiimori on Steam,  Epic Games Store and the  PlayStation Store.

About the Legend of Khiimori 

The Legend of Khiimori is a system-driven game where you explore the untamed land of 13th century Mongolia as a brave courier rider. Breed and train horses with specialized abilities to explore every aspect of this diverse and fascinating landscape. 

About Mindscape
Established in 1991, Mindscape has been at the forefront of the development, marketing, publishing, and distribution of video games for over 30 years. Capturing the minds and imagination of millions of gamers around the world, from children to adults. Mindscape is best known for distributing big brands such as The Smurfs, Disney Dreamlight Valley, Bluey, Five Nights at Freddy’s, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 and Story of Seasons. Publishing and developing games like the Windstorm games, Pool Party, Speed 3: Grand Prix, Prince of Persia 3D, Myst, Riven, Life in Willowdale: Farm Adventures, Games Advent Calendar, and Unpetrified. In the coming years, Mindscape will deliver more fun and accessible games.

About Aesir Interactive
Aesir is an ambitious development team with 105 dedicated professionals and a proven track record of driving both internal and external IPs from inception through to LiveOps. Aesir Interactive strongly believes in the power of team spirit and individual excellence. This commitment empowers Aesir to conquer any challenge and deliver extraordinary games.

A new Lunar New Year celebration begins on 12 February AEDT with the arrival of Call of Duty: Mobile Season 2 – Lunar Charge. The fan-favourite mode Plunder makes its long-awaited debut as a limited-time mode for the entirety of Season 2, along with new content and updates across DMZ: Recon, Multiplayer and Battle Royale.

DMZ: Recon is updated this season with two new contract events, a new boss in Building 21 and new Mythic Constellation – Weapon Trials. Multiplayer adds a new holiday-themed variant of everyone’s favourite Shipment map. In addition, players can participate in new seasonal events, play in the new 1v1 Duel Event, receive new ranked rewards and more. 

The Season 2 Battle Pass features the new Lachman-556 Assault Rifle, a versatile weapon that bridges the gap between an SMG and Assault Rifle for players who like to fight up close and in the mid-range. Also available are the Counter UAV Scorestreak Reskin and other rewards including additional Operator Skins like Park — Field Reporter or Stitch — The Butcher of Zordaya, Weapons Blueprints, Vault Coins, and more. 

Season 2 introduces the Mythic Lachman-556 – Forged Calamity, a new Mythic weapon which can be forged in the Ruin Mythic Draw. Additionally, the Secret Cache system is refreshing with a new Mythic Weapon since the feature’s launch last year. The AGR 556 – Flying Dutchman brings vengeance upon its foes, inspired by the 17^th century ghost ship doomed to sail the high seas for all time.

Call of Duty: Mobile Season 2 – Lunar Charge launches on 12 February at 11:00 a.m. AEDT. For full details on Call of Duty: Mobile Season 2 – Lunar Charge be sure to check out the Call of Duty Blog here.

Starting February 5, the highly rated Tavern Manager Simulator will be available on PlayStation 5. This relaxing game casts players as a tavern keeper in a medieval fantasy world, with extensive management options and engaging mini-games. On PC, the title currently holds over 90% positive user reviews. The game is also available on Xbox consoles.

Tavern Manager Simulator was developed by One More Time, an independent studio from Georgia. The game launched on PC in 2024 and recently became available on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. The console versions were prepared and published by Ultimate Games S.A.

On Steam, the game boasts an impressive 91% positive rating, based on over 3,700 player reviews.

Build a Legendary Tavern

Tavern Manager Simulator is a tavern management game set in a medieval fantasy world. The adventure begins with a rundown shack that players rebuild and eventually transform into the finest tavern in the kingdom.

PlayStation Store – https://store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10015945/

Early gameplay focuses on restoring the tavern, followed by gradual expansion and development. Tavern Manager Simulator offers a range of mechanics related to venue management, customer service, and cooking.

Players are responsible for interior design and furnishings, stocking appropriate resources, maintaining cleanliness, and investing in various upgrades. Gameplay is further enriched by a variety of mini-games, such as pouring beer, chopping ingredients, and cooking in a cauldron. The developers have also implemented a day-and-night cycle, a reputation system, and seasonal events.

Tavern Manager Simulator – Key features:

• Fantasy-themed tavern keeper simulator
• Tavern development and management
• Relaxing gameplay
• Cooking and customer service
• Fun and engaging mini-games

Tavern Manager Simulator launches on PlayStation 5 on February 5, 2026.

2026 marks a special year for id Software as it celebrates its 35th anniversary. Initially founded in Mesquite, TX on February 1, 1991, id Software has become synonymous with the modern FPS, receiving hundreds of awards with landmark titles such as Wolfenstein 3D, DOOM, RAGE, and Quake, right up to last year’s DOOM: The Dark Ages. Major releases from the studio include:

• 1991 – Wolfenstein 3D
• 1993 – DOOM
• 1994 – DOOM II: Hell on Earth
• 1996 – Quake
• 1997 – Quake II
• 1999 – Quake III: Arena
• 2004 – DOOM 3
• 2011 – RAGE
• 2016 – DOOM (2016)
• 2020 – DOOM Eternal
• 2025 – DOOM: The Dark Ages

You can catch up on the full timeline of id’s many successes in a special feature here.

Celebrations kicked off this past Sunday with tributes across our social channels and continue today, Thursday, February 5, with a special live anniversary stream at 10am AEDT to celebrate id’s legacy, featuring both Marty Stratton and Hugo Martin. Make sure to watch for first details on this year’s QuakeCon, which celebrates its 30th anniversary this year.

Following that, in salute to the 35th anniversary, select id catalogue titles will be on sale across Steam and PlayStation from today, including up to 66.6% off DOOM: The Dark Ages, while titles from the Wolfenstein, DOOM, Quake and RAGE franchises remain available to play on Xbox Game Pass. Additionally, Evercade teased today they will release a collection of classic DOOM products, keeping the retro gaming experience alive for id fans.

There will be more announcements to come throughout the year, which also marks both Quake’s 30th and DOOM (2016)’s 10th anniversary. Stay tuned to the DOOM social channels for further details.

For more information head over to the Bethesda News site.