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Dragon Quest VII Reimagined earns praise ahead of tomorrow’s launch

16 hours ago Fyra Frost Gaming News

The game streamlines many aspects of the classic experience to deliver a version that is far more appealing, while maintaining the original's core elements.

With Dragon Quest VII Reimagined launching tomorrow, early reviews from international outlets suggest Square Enix has delivered one of its most ambitious JRPG remakes to date. Critics broadly agree that the project goes far beyond a visual update, presenting a carefully reworked version of one of the franchise’s most distinctive entries. Much more than a polished version of the classic Rather than simply polishing the original, Dragon Quest VII Reimagined reshapes the experience to better suit modern audiences. The game dramatically improves...

Borderlands 4 reveals 2026 roadmap amid Switch 2 port uncertainty

17 hours ago Fyra Frost Gaming News

Gearbox confirms a year full of exciting content but casts doubts over a possible release on Switch 2.

Despite having a contoversial start, Gearbox Software and publisher 2K have outlined an ambitious roadmap for Borderlands 4 in 2026, signaling long-term support for the looter-shooter following its launch on current-generation platforms. However, alongside the new content plans, Take-Two Interactive has also confirmed troubling news for Nintendo fans: development of the game's Nintendo Switch 2 version has been paused, with no release window and no guarantee that it will resume anytime soon. Paid DLCs, free content, and more According to the...

Civilization VII launches Update 1.3.2 and promises big changes

Feb 3, 2026, 6:30 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

One year later, Civilization VII is finally on the right track to be the game it was meant to be for many players.

Firaxis Games has rolled out Update 1.3.2 for Sid Meier's Civilization VII, improving the game on occasion of its first anniversary. This update addresses long-standing player feedback while preparing the stage for a much larger overhaul scheduled for Spring 2026, known as Test of Time. Update 1.3.2 focuses on refining the game’s core systems and improving quality-of-life for players. Among its highlights are nested tooltips in production menus and technology and civics trees, designed to make strategy...

World of Warcraft Midnight promises a year full of content

Feb 2, 2026, 10:30 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

Players can now prepare for the expansion with the pre-launch event, but there is a lot more on the way.

Blizzard Entertainment has outlined its plans for World of Warcraft in 2026 with the release of an official roadmap for the upcoming expansion, Midnight. The roadmap was revealed during the recent State of Azeroth presentation and provides an early look at how the expansion will evolve throughout its first year after launch, including major patches, experimental features, and narrative developments tied to the broader World Soul Saga. Pre-expansion event and more World of Warcraft Midnight is scheduled to launch in early...

Ashes of Creation faces uncertain future amid leadership exodus

Feb 2, 2026, 4:30 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

The leaders of the project have abandoned it, probably leaving thousands of players with a dead shell in their hands.

The long-awaited MMORPG Ashes of Creation is facing a major crisis as its creator and several top executives resign, while Intrepid Studios, the game's developer, moves forward with mass layoffs. The events have cast serious doubt on whether the game will continue development or see a full release. Back to ashes: Was it the story of the biggest scam ever? Steven Sharif, the co-founder and creative director of Ashes of Creation, publicly announced his resignation on January 31, 2026. In a...

This Week's Video Game Releases - February 2026 (Week 6)

Feb 2, 2026, 3:00 PM Fyra Frost New Game Releases

The first blockbusters of the year arrive this week promising a full weekend glued to the screen to many players.

Gamers have a packed week ahead, with a diverse lineup of new releases ranging from intense action titles to charming indie adventures.Fan of fast-paced combat, immersive RPGs, and quirky gameplay experiences, have a good opportunity to find new universes to discover this week. February 2-8 releases The week kicks off on February 3 with Aces of Thunder, an aerial combat game that promises heart-pounding dogfights and realistic flight mechanics. Players can dive into an expansive single-player campaign or compete online in...

High On Life 2: PC requirements revealed

Jan 30, 2026, 3:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

High On Life 2 follows the steps of its predecessor with absurd humor and high-octane gameplay.

The quirky universe of High On Life 2 is finally coming to PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series. The game will be released next month and players now know the official system requirements for running the game on PC. This sequel developed by Squanch Games, the studio behind the original High On Life, promises more Rick and Morty-inspired humor, bigger worlds, wilder weapons, and more absurd adventures than ever before. Can your PC run High On Life 2? According to the latest...

Explore the immersive open world of Crimson Desert

Jan 30, 2026, 2:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

A sprawling open world to be explored with total freedom awaits those to embark in this epic adventure.

Pearl Abyss has released a new extended gameplay video for Crimson Desert, which offers and in-depth look at the studio's ambitious open-world action RPG. The footage focuses on the game's defining features, placing particular emphasis on the scale, variety, and interactivity of its world, as well as the systems that drive exploration and combat. Discover Pywel Set in the continent of Pywel, Crimson Desert presents a seamless open world designed to feel alive and reactive. The video highlights vast landscapes that range...

Grounded 2 receives a defining Early Access update

Jan 29, 2026, 5:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

The Toxic Tangle significantly improves the game and pushes it towards leaving Early Access in a close future.

After a strong start, Obsidian Entertainment has pushed Grounded 2 closer to its full vision with the release of The Toxic Tangle, a substantial early access update that reshapes the game’s scale, systems, and moment-to-moment survival. Far more than a routine patch, this update introduces a major new biome, fresh traversal mechanics, new enemies, and meaningful quality-of-life improvements, signaling a confident next step for the backyard survival sequel. A significant step towards the final release The main addition in this update...

Bloodlines 2 lays out its expansion plans for 2026

Jan 29, 2026, 1:30 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

Despite the low initial sales, Bloodlines 2 aims for a year full of interesting expansions that will make the game more appealing to the fans.

Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 is setting its sights on a content-rich 2026, with Paradox Interactive and The Chinese Room outlining a series of updates, seasonal events, and narrative expansions designed to keep players engaged long after the game's October 2025 launch. The roadmap demonstrates the developers' commitment to improving the game while expanding its story universe. Two expansions and more The early portion of the roadmap focuses on free seasonal updates and essential technical improvements. A Valentine's Update, scheduled for...

New PS5 trailer highlights Code Vein II's darker vision

Jan 28, 2026, 8:05 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

The launch trailer prepares players for the upcoming release of this eagerly awaited sequel, and reveals more details about it.

Bandai Namco is ramping up promotion for Code Vein II ahead of its imminent release, unveiling a new PS5 launch trailer yesterday that offers the clearest look yet at the sequel's expanded combat systems, narrative scope, and visual direction. The trailer arrives as early reviews paint a picture of a sequel that is darker, more confident, more complex, and far more ambitious than its predecessor. PS5 launch trailer showcases faster combat and new mechanics The newly released footage emphasizes the game's evolution...

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined: Meet the hero and his friends

Jan 28, 2026, 7:15 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

The hero will be accompanied by a wide cast of companions in this new version of Square Enix's classic RPG adventure.

Square Enix has released a new promotional video for Dragon Quest VII Reimagined that shifts the spotlight firmly onto the game’s protagonist and the companions who join him on his journey. The latest footage, titled Adventure Log Part 2, serves as a character-focused introduction, reinforcing how central the party dynamic is to both the story and gameplay of this modern reimagining of the classic RPG. A hero and his friends The protagonist of the adventure is a young hero from the...

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth sequel confirmed to use Unreal Engine 4

Jan 27, 2026, 12:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

The third installment in the trilogy will follow the steps of its predecessors, and there are good reasons behind this decision.

Square Enix has officially confirmed key details about the upcoming conclusion to the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy. Alongside locking in the title for the third installment, the developer has revealed that the game will continue to use Unreal Engine 4 (UE4) rather than upgrading to Unreal Engine 5, despite the latter’s growing adoption across the gaming industry. Consistency and predictability The decision stems largely from practical development considerations. In recent interviews, Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3 director Naoki Hamaguchi emphasized that...

ARC Raiders’ Headwinds update arrives today with challenging additions

Jan 27, 2026, 10:45 AM Fyra Frost Gaming News

A new playlist will allow single players to face whole teams, but there are even more exciting additions in this content update.

ARC Raiders, the fast-paced third-person shooter from Embark Studios, its launching its latest content update today. Under the name Headwinds, the patch brings a variety of new features designed to challenge veteran players and expand the game's strategic depth. From daring solo matchups to environmental changes that reshape the battlefield, Headwinds is adding both intensity and variety to the extraction shooter experience. A superior challenge One of the most notable additions in the content update is the Solo vs. Squads matchmaking option. Players...

New gameplay mode arrives in Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO today

Jan 26, 2026, 12:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO continues to expand with new gameplay modes and additional fighters from the iconic manga series.

Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO is getting a fresh burst of content today, January 26, 2026, as developers BANDAI NAMCO and Spike Chunsoft release new gameplay modes to expand the player experience. The free update introduces Mission 100, a challenging single-player mode designed to test skill, strategy, and familiarity with the game’s roster. Players will tackle 100 unique missions, each with its own objectives and battle scenarios, offering both variety and replayability for fans of the series. As an addition, a Survival...

This Week's Video Game Releases - January 2026 (Week 5)

Jan 26, 2026, 10:30 AM Fyra Frost New Game Releases

A new week with several interesting releases where CODE VEIN II stands out as a must-play adventure for the fans of the franchise.

This week, the gaming world welcomes a diverse lineup of new titles, ranging from survival horror and action RPGs to narrative-driven adventures and life simulators. From January 27 through February 1, 2026, players across multiple platforms will have plenty of fresh experiences to explore, including the highly anticipated CODE VEIN II, a sequel that promises to captivate fans of challenging, story-rich action RPGs. January 26 - February 1 releases The week kicks off on January 27 with Earth Must Die, a...

Team Ninja unveils extended gameplay footage for Nioh 3

Jan 23, 2026, 6:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

Nioh 3 promises a thrilling experience set in the Bakumatsu era, with new gameplay mechanics and spectacular graphics.

Team Ninja has released a new 17-minute gameplay video for Nioh 3, giving fans their most detailed look yet at the upcoming action RPG. Published on the studio's official YouTube channel, the footage showcases extended, uninterrupted gameplay and highlights how the next entry evolves the franchise's signature combat and supernatural themes. Spectacular battles against fearsome Yokai The video places a strong focus on the refined combat systems in Nioh 3, presenting a blend of classic samurai techniques and faster, more agile ninja-style maneuvers. Players...

Forza Horizon 6: Can your PC run the game?

Jan 23, 2026, 5:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

The system requirements are not too demanding but the graphics are awesome, as revealed in latest gameplay footage reveal.

Xbox and Playground Games have officially lifted the curtain on Forza Horizon 6, confirming the game's PC system requirements alongside new details about its gameplay and technological improvements. The announcement follows the release of the first gameplay footage and solidifies the next chapter of the open-world racing series as one of the most ambitious entries to date. A new evolution of the series According to Microsoft, Forza Horizon 6 has been designed to remain accessible on PC while taking advantage of modern...

Crimson Desert is ready for release after going Gold

Jan 22, 2026, 3:30 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

The spectacular visuals of this open-world RPG are enough reason to mark your calendar and get ready for the upcoming release.

Pearl Abyss has announced that Crimson Desert has officially gone gold, signaling that development on the highly anticipated open-world action-adventure game is complete. Alongside this milestone, the studio has confirmed that the game will launch worldwide in March 2026, locking in its long-awaited release window. The wait is coming to an end The announcement was shared through an official update on Steam, where Pearl Abyss thanked players for their patience and continued support throughout the game's lengthy development. Going gold means the...

Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake cancelled as Ubisoft struggles

Jan 22, 2026, 10:00 AM Fyra Frost Gaming News

Things are looking bad for the French company despite the success of some of its latest projects, like Assassin's Creed Shadows.

Ubisoft has officially cancelled the long-delayed remake of Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time, bringing an end to a project that had become emblematic of the publisher's recent struggles. The decision is part of a broader restructuring driven by serious financial difficulties, which are forcing the company to close studios, lay off staff, and cut or delay multiple games across its portfolio. Never-ending problems Originally announced in 2020, the Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake faced immediate criticism...

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