The epic finale to the Deadman mode variant takes place tomorrow after three weeks, but who will be the last player standing?

Friday, 20th February 2026, Cambridge, UK – After three weeks, the Old School RuneScape limited-time mode, Deadman: Annihilation, will come to a head tomorrow in an epic fight to the finish. With prizes on the line for four different brackets, players will need to select the world which best fits their combat level before fighting to be the last man standing. First unveiled at RuneFest in 2025, Annihilation has seen over 153,000 Old School RuneScape members take to the open PvP environment in a valiant bid to win the tournament.

Tune into the Deadman: Annihilation finale live from 18:00 UTC on https://www.twitch.tv/oldschoolrs

What is Deadman Annihilation?

Deadman: Annihilation is a seasonal variant of Old School RuneScape’s competitive PvP Deadman mode, where experience and drop rates are significantly higher than the typical PvE worlds, but dying causes players to lose their inventory and equipped gear.

Players accrue Deadman Points by completing in-game activities, including skilling, competing quests, combat achievements, and more. For Annihilation, a number of mechanics seen in previous Deadman variants have been reworked to make the game more approachable, including the removal of bank keys that enabled players to claim the top 10 most valuable items from a smited victim, and a tweaked sigil power-up system.

Tomorrow’s final, which will be casted by the Old School RuneScape streamers Purespam and B0aty, is split into two sections. In the first, competitors will be assigned one of two factions after they have entered the appropriate world for their bracket, before it turns into one, final, fight to the finish. 

Winner of combat brackets 45 to 60 and 61 to 80 will receive a MADRINAS Collectors box and a Youtoox Lumbridge Castle brick set, while winners of the 81 to 95 and 96+ combat brackets will receive a StarForge keyboard, Youtooz Tim & Crunchy Monitor Buddiez, Youtooz Dragon Armour Figure, Youtooz Rune Armour Figure and finally a Zuk artisan Keycap.

Old School RuneScape is available now on PC, Steam, iOS, and Android, complete with cross-platform progression and play on PC and mobile.  

About Jagex: The RuneScape Company

Headquartered in Cambridge, United Kingdom, Jagex: The RuneScape Company, is a leader in creating deep and engaging forever games that empower communities across PC and mobile. Our MMORPG franchise, RuneScape, is played around the world and has welcomed over 300 million player accounts.

As RuneScape enters its 25th year in 2026, we are accelerating our strategy to expand RuneScape into a broader ecosystem of forever games and connected experiences, grounded in a renewed commitment to integrity and fair play. This includes the reduction of monetisation mechanics, as well as the launch of RuneScape: Dragonwilds into Steam Early Access in 2025, representing a major step in building a multi-genre future for the RuneScape universe. Jagex: The RuneScape Company remains focused on building enduring worlds, empowering player-led innovation, and laying the foundations for the boldest era in RuneScape’s history.For more information, visit www.jagex.com.

Play the free demo and watch the new action-packed trailer

Gdansk, Poland / Hamburg, February 19, 2026 – Daedalic Entertainment today announced that the demo for Sherman Commander is now available on Steam, just ahead of Steam Next Fest. Developed byIron Wolf Studio, Sherman Commander combines the immediacy of tank combat with strategic oversight, offering a distinct take on mechanized warfare where positioning, timing, and crew coordination are key to survival.

The demo gives players an early hands-on look at Sherman Commander’s blend of tactical tank command, real-time battlefield decisions, and crew management. Taking control of a M4 Sherman tank, players must issue orders, react to changing combat situations, and lead their unit through intense World War II scenarios.

To accompany the demo release, a new action-packed trailer is now available, showcasing the game’s explosive combat, tactical depth, and on-the-ground command perspective.

About Sherman Commander

Sherman Commander seamlessly blends a fresh take on tank simulation with tactical RTS to deliver a unique mechanized warfare experience unlike any other game before. Take command of the iconic American M4 Sherman tank and embark on an epic war adventure following Allied landings in Europe.

Work closely with your tank crew, as well as other armored and infantry units, to fight through some of the most intense battles of the European theater.

Wishlist on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1451050/Sherman_Commander/

About Iron Wolf Studio

​Iron Wolf Studio S.A. is a Polish game development studio based in Katowice, Poland. They are a high-flying game company composed of veteran devs and visionary designers. Their mission is to prove to the world that war games can be innovative, beautiful, and exciting while paying respect to historical accuracy and realism at the same time. Iron Wolf Studio was founded in 2017 and has been a publicly listed company since 2021.

About Daedalic Entertainment 

​Daedalic Entertainment is a renowned publisher that has supported indie developers for over 18 years, bringing their titles to every major gaming platform. The lineup of games includes a diverse variety of unique titles, focusing on four distinct areas: storytelling, strategy, co-op games, and wholesome games. With an international team of around 45 employees, Daedalic is currently working with various development studios to create a new lineup of innovative games across consoles and PCs to market. Recent hits include Star Trek: Voyager – Across the Unknown, New Cycle, Barotrauma, Unrailed!, Yield! Fall of Rome, Into the Emberlands, Deponia, Shadow Tactics, Inkulinati, Hidden Deep, Fling to the Finish!, and more. Please look out for upcoming games like The Occultist, Woodo, Bloodgrounds, Barotrauma Home & Harbor Expansion, and many more. Since April 2022, Daedalic Entertainment has been a subsidiary of the French publishing house, Nacon.

Speed through an apocalyptic landscape scavenging for soup in next game from the 6.5 million-selling cult series

Poznań, Poland – February 20th, 2026 – Robot Gentleman are pleased to announce that they will be participating in Steam Next Fest, kicking off on Monday, February 23, with the debut of the demo for 60 Seconds! Souper Scavenger. The game is a narrative-based runner set in the 6.5 million-selling 60 Seconds! world where you run, jump, scavenge, and survive as you collect that most precious of resources – soup!

In the Next Fest demo, you will take control of Mary Jane as she speeds through a procedurally generated wasteland filled with dangerous raiders, ill-parked bicycles, mutant marathons, and plenty more. Weave your way through hazards, collect as much soup as you can, and take down the boss waiting for you at the demo’s conclusion. In the full game there will be lots more content for you to dive into, including quests to complete, unlockable characters, and items to collect from the original 60 Seconds!

60 Seconds! Souper Scavenger takes place in the wake of the McDoodle family surviving the nuclear apocalypse in the safety of their fallout shelter. Robot Gentlemen’s dark, tongue-in-cheek humor and knack for telling a story have survived with them, lending a new twist to a familiar genre. Enjoy a mix of quickfire procedural action, metagame systems that will keep you coming back, and the trademark humor of the 60 Seconds! series.

About Robot Gentleman
Robot Gentleman is an independent game developer based in Poznań, Poland. The studio is known for atomic dark comedy survival adventures 60 Seconds! and 60 Parsecs!. Following the success of the 60! series they have been developing new, unconventional projects, actively engaging with other creators, and supporting the art scene in their home city of Poznań.

Macclesfield, UK – 20 February 2026. Publisher Silver Lining Interactive, in partnership with developer The Outer Zone and digital publisher 11 bit studios, is proud to announce that Death Howl is out now in physical form for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch.

Death Howl fuses methodical, soulslike-inspired combat with deep deck-building strategy, challenging players to craft powerful cards, channel shamanic totems, and survive unforgiving encounters in the spirit realm. At the centre of this journey stands Ro, a mother driven beyond the edge of the living world by loss, and by the hope of reclaiming her son.

The boxed physical edition is available now via Silver Lining Direct andselect local retailers, and includes a digital soundtrack download code, making it an essential addition for collectors and fans of atmospheric storytelling.

About Death Howl

Walk the path between worlds

In lands steeped in ancient myth, Ro, a hunter from a forgotten tribe, crosses into the spirit realm, guided by grief and faint echoes of the past. Each step deeper uncovers memories, truths, and a haunting connection between love and loss.

Build your deck, shape your fate

Scavenge eerie regions for ingredients and craft cards to define your combat style. Unlock shamanic totems for powerful passive effects and balance melee and ranged spells to survive battles where preparation is everything.

Tactical combat with lethal stakes

Face relentless spirits, corrupted creatures, and towering bosses in tense, grid-based encounters. Adapt your deck on the fly as you journey through unsettling locations like the Forest of Howling Shadows and the Meadows of Delusion, where every decision can mean survival or oblivion.

A story carved from grief

Death Howl is as much an emotional journey as it is a strategic challenge. Ro’s descent into the unknown explores grief, healing, and acceptance, delivering a deeply personal story that lingers long after the final battle.

Death Howlis available now in a physical edition for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch from Silver Lining Direct and local retail stores. 

About Silver Lining Interactive 

Silver Lining Interactive is a new independent game publisher based in the North of England. Founded by a team of seasoned professionals for two decades, this studio has been a cornerstone of the indie game scene. With a passion for fostering creative talent and great games, Silver Lining Interactive is committed to bringing innovative, high-quality games to players worldwide, physically and digitally.

About 11 bit studios

A collective of talented devs and skillful publishers reaching millions of hardcore gamers all driven by the creation of meaningful entertainment. We’re seeking experienced dev teams to form publishing partnerships with – teams with which we share an artistic sensibility, and the desire to create thought-provoking games while maintaining a smart business approach to the process.

Brand-new video reveals the process of creating a unique Mongolian Soundtrack. The Legend of Khiimori launches in Early Access on March 3, 2026.

Amstelveen, Netherlands and Munich, Germany, February 19, 2026 – Publisher Mindscape and Developer Aesir Interactive are excited to share new behind-the-scenes footage for the upcoming game The Legend of Khiimori.

Music has always been at the heart of every unforgettable game experience, and The Legend of Khiimori is no exception. Composing for this world is particularly inspiring because the game isn’t just set in Mongolia, it takes place in the 13th century, which is rich with distinctive sounds and cultural depth.

This setting gives our audio team an incredible playground filled with unique instruments, rhythms, and traditions to explore. The music changes throughout the game. It adapts to the different biomes you’ll encounter on your journey, such as the wide steps, scorching desert, and snowy mountain peaks.

To bring this authenticity to life, we’re collaborating with the traditional Mongolian band Khukh Mongol, as well as Zolzaya Boldbaatar, master of the Morin Khuur (the horsehead fiddle).

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. 

• Chart the expansive Mongolian landscape while delivering valuable packages and cargo.
• Keep yourself safe from danger by strategically planning your delivery routes across the wide steppes.
• Master the challenges of the open world with quests that will test your capabilities.
• Craft powder pouches and special arrows to survive the dangers of the Mongolian wildlife.
• Breed horses with specialized traits to overcome the many challenges along your path.
• Free corrupted zones from evil spirits, adding another layer of Mongolian myth to a system-driven open world that enables players to shape their own experience.

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. Early Access is only the beginning as we strive to shape the game together with our passionate community.

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

About Mindscape
Mindscape has been at the forefront of marketing, publishing, and distributing videogames for over 30 years. The Mindscape portfolio includes games like Dog Man: Mission Impawsible, The Legend of Khiimori, and Unpetrified: Echoes of Nature. Mindscape’s mission is to create fun, accessible games that capture the imagination of players around the world.

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.

Among the Trolls Playable Demo Debuts for Steam Next Fest 

MILAN – February 20, 2026 – Following the announcement of their publishing partnership, 505 Pulse (the indie-focused label of 505 Games) and developer AvantGarden are thrilled to announce that their Nordic-folklore-inspired survival adventure, Among the Trolls, will take part on the upcoming Steam Next Fest, kicking off February 23.

To mark the occasion, the gates to the archipelago are opening early: a playable demo of Among the Trolls is now available on Steam, giving players an exclusive four‑day head start before the festival officially begins.

This demo features non-consecutive sections of the game to showcase a variety of gameplay—from quiet exploration to intense action. Please note that some content has been adapted for the demo and may differ from the final narrative and intended story flow.

“Niin metsä vastaa.” 

In the heart of the Finnish wilderness, there is an old saying: “Niin metsä vastaa, kuin sinne huudetaan”—the forest answers as you call to it.   

In Among the Trolls, this is more than a proverb; it is a warning. In this first-person survival experience, the environment is a living, sentient entity.  

“Since we announced we were working on the game, the community’s curiosity has been incredible,” said Giorgio Macellari, Creative Director at AvantGarden. “We ran a private playtest to get initial feedback, and now, with this Steam Next Fest demo, we are finally putting the axe in the players’ hands. We want them to feel the weight of the atmosphere and the unique tension of surviving among myths.” 

Experience the Nordic Wilds Today: The Steam Next Fest demo offers a curated slice of the Early Access experience, focusing on: 

• Survive in the wilderness: balance hunger, thirst, and exhaustion while uncovering the mysteries shrouded within a treacherous forest 
• Explore and adapt: learn to read the environment, gather natural resources, and master the challenges of the day 
• Craft for survival: build shelter, tools, and equipment using materials found in the wild to prepare for the challenges ahead 
• Face the first threads: begin Anna’s journey as she searches for her missing family in a land where folklore and reality intertwine.

Among the Tolls is planned to release in Steam Early Access in Summer 2026.  

A demo is available for download on the official Steam page. Fans are encouraged to play the demo and Wishlist the game to support the team as they head toward a 2026 Early Access launch. 

About 505 Pulse

505 Pulse is the indie-focused publishing label powered by the global digital entertainment powerhouse, Digital Bros Group. The label aims to breathe life into developers’ projects by offering a full suite of development support, ranging from QA & Localization to Production, Platform Submissions, Marketing, PR, and Project Funding. With a global reach spanning platforms such as PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, Steam, and beyond, 505 Pulse ensures that games reach players worldwide.

About AvantGarden

Avantgarden Games, based in Milan, evolved from Ovosonico, the creators of Murasaki Baby and Last Day of June. Now a part of the Digital Bros Group, the studio’s 20-person team crafts innovative games that blend rich narratives with unique gameplay mechanics. In February 2024, Avantgarden Games released the Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons Remake. With a focus on fantasy, myths, and mystery, the studio aims to deliver immersive worlds that inspire and entertain players worldwide.

Helsinki, Finland – 20 February, 2026 – Finnish indie studio Lohkare Games Oy has released a new teaser trailer for Last Drop, a story driven open world game set in 1994 Finland. Inspired by real events and personal memories, it follows a flawed anti hero navigating a local suburban world shaped by the gray atmosphere of the period.

Last Drop is the studio’s first game, built from the ground up as a personal project set in 1990s Finland. The team set out to create a world that truly feels Finnish. The entire map is hand built, shaped around small towns, quiet suburbs, forests, lakes and long rural roads that feel lived in rather than designed. For Finnish players it feels like home. For players around the world, it offers a side of the open world rarely seen in games.

That grounded approach extends to how the game is played. Last Drop aims to bring back a slower sense of adventure often missing from modern titles. There is no minimap and no pressure to rush. Players can explore freely while developing basic character stats that directly affect combat.

Combat is built around a system inspired by classic fighting games, giving encounters a more hands on and physical feel. NPCs react to player behavior in real time. If you provoke someone, they may fight back, run away, or call friends for help. The main characters are performed by Finnish film actors, adding authenticity to the story.

An Early Access launch is planned for late Q1 or early Q2 on PC via Steam, marking the beginning of an evolving world the team plans to expand over time. 

Players are invited to wishlist the game and join the journey as the world of Last Drop continues to grow.

About Lohkare Games Oy
Lohkare Games Oy is an independent Finnish game studio founded by Timo (Audio & Story), Hannes (Programming), and Henri (CEO & Founder). With 19 years of experience in animation, video production, sales, and client project management, including work with companies such as Royal Caribbean, Toyota, Valmet, and Kone, the studio brings strong industry expertise into its first game project.

Last Drop is the studio’s debut title, delivering a Tarantino-style story set in a Kaurismäki-inspired vision of Finland.

Uncover a new “Curse” in Showa-era Japan on Nintendo Switch, PC, Android and iOS

SYDNEY (Feb. 20, 2026) – Today, SQUARE ENIX released PARANORMASIGHT: The Mermaid’s Curse, the highly anticipated follow-up to their 2023 hit PARANORMASIGHT: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo, on Nintendo Switch, PC via Steam? and iOS and Android.

Set against the backdrop of Showa-era Japan and themed around urban legends and occult, this new title is developed by the original creators of 2023’s PARANORMASIGHT: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo. Featuring a new setting, folklore and cast of characters, PARANORMASIGHT: The Mermaid’s Curse presents a new “Curse” for players to uncover. By blending real-world locations with authentic legends, the game delivers a deeply immersive mystery experience.

PARANORMASIGHT: The Mermaid’s Curse is available now on Nintendo Switch, PC via Steam, iOS and Android. For more information, go to https://www.square-enix.com/paranormasight/file38/en-us/.

About PARANORMASIGHT: The Mermaid’s Curse

Developed by the same team behind 2023’s cult hit PARANORMASIGHT: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo, the second entry in the series, PARANORMASIGHT: The Mermaid’s Curse, offers a new standalone story set in Showa-era Japan. This multi-perspective, folklore-infused mystery unfolds on a summer island, centering on the enigma of a mermaid said to grant immortality. The game is available on Nintendo Switch, PC via Steam and iOS and Android devices on Feb. 19, 2026.

About Square Enix, Inc.

Square Enix, Inc. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX and TAITO branded entertainment content throughout the Americas as part of the Square Enix group of companies. The Square Enix group of companies boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY, which has sold over 207 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST, which has sold over 95 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS. Square Enix, Inc. is a U.S.-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.

More information on Square Enix, Inc. can be found at https://square-enix-games.com

We told you to go download the Cursed Words demo, and then it got taken down, and you lamented because you missed your chance. Well, good news: Developer Buried Things and Publisher Forklift Interactive are bringing back the demo for the next Balatro-style roguelike that will obliterate your free time, grades, and performance at work on Monday, Feb. 23, in time for Steam Next Fest.

It all starts simple enough: form words from tiles that are adjacent horizontally, vertically, or diagonally. Spend coins between rounds on  Stamps, Stickers, and special tiles to make it so that what looks like randomly mashing your keyboard scores 400 points.

As you unlock new characters and upgrades, eventually chess pieces, poker hands, numbers, and symbols can be used to form “words” that can score points. The updated demo has more content and a new boss on the 6th floor to conquer…good luck.

Cursed Words’ demo returns to Steam for PC on Monday, Feb. 23, and the full game releases later in 2026. For the latest word on Cursed Words and Forklift Interactive, check out the official website and stay up to date by following @forkliftgames and joining the official Cursed Words Discord.

About Buried Things

Buried Things is a United Kingdom-based studio and was founded by two cousins using game development as a paper-thin veneer for their failing familial relationship. It has since expanded into a team of cutting-edge talent building synergistic games.

About Forklift Interactive

Forklift Interactive is a Barcelona and Atlanta-based indie publisher founded by experienced industry veterans including former tinyBuild Publishing Director Andrei Podoprigora and Adult Swim Games Product Lead Tuсker Dean. They specialize in the production of deep, endless, system-driven games with player created narratives. 

For more information, please visit the official website and follow the team on Twitter. 

Metroidvania side-scrolling sci-fi action awaits!

February 19th, 2026 Quebec, Canada – Developer Vertex Zero and publisher Red Dunes Games are excited to announce gothic sci-fi adventure Silent Planet – Elegy of a Dying World, launching on Steam PC for Q2 2027, followed by consoles at a later date. This is the first release from Canadian ensemble Vertex Zero, a small independent studio co-founded by James Alex Santoro and Virginie Cabana. 

The team also includes members with experience at Eidos Montreal, Rogue Factor, and The Game Kitchen.
The game pays homage to the team’s deep love of great game classics like Castlevania: Symphony of the Night and Super Metroid, while breathing new life into the genre with an intoxicating blend of gothic aesthetics, rich environments, and deep rpg mechanics.

In 2997, as her world is collapsing from a ruthless planetary disaster, Apranik embarks on a solitary quest for the Angel’s Egg—an ancient artifact forged by the Primeval Ones, said to hold the key to all life in the universe.

Her path leads her into a forsaken megacomplex—once built as salvation, now a tomb on a desolate planet in a dying solar system. If she endures, beyond the long-forgotten Starseer Portals lie the last remnants of the Shunned Ones… and truths never meant to be unearthed. In Silent Planet, the narrative unfolds layer by layer, letting players uncover the world’s hidden depths as they explore.

Explore, survive, and descend into the depths of depravity…

Apranik’s first encounter erupts when a grotesque creature lunges from the darkness, thrusting players into fast-paced combat that demands skill and wits. As she navigates the claustrophobic corridors, the ruins reveal decaying biological horrors and the grotesque remnants left by a long-dead civilization.

• Wield devastating melee and psychokinetic weapons to take down ruthless foes.
• Immerse in a deep, evocative story of rich lore and forbidden secrets (20 to 40+ hours).
• Customize your survival through layered RPG systems and progression trees.
• Navigate a hostile sprawling underground complex in eerie, solitary isolation.
• Experience finely tuned mechanics built for exploration, immersion, and replayability.
• Shape dynamic environments that react to your actions and choices.
• Uncover ancient artifacts revealing the lost chronicles of a forgotten alien civilization.

Prepare to explore chthonic depths, unravel antediluvian mysteries, and survive in a cosmos that denies mercy.

The Abyss is waiting…
Silent Planet: Elegy of a Dying World launches Q2 2027

About Vertex Zero Inc.

From the icy realm of Quebec, Vertex Zero calls forth arcane sorcery, primeval arts, and mythical worlds. We are now invoking Silent Planet — Elegy of a Dying World: a requiem to the classics, summoned from the depths of the abyss.

About Red Dunes Games

Red Dunes Games is an independent game developer and publisher based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. With a global outlook and deep roots in storytelling, Red Dunes creates and publishes original games that resonate with players across cultures. The company is known for its creativity, production quality, and commitment to working with world-class partners.