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This Week's Video Game Releases - February 2026 (Week 9)

Feb 23, 2026, 4:00 PM Fyra Frost New Game Releases

Resident Evil Requiem takes the spotlight this week as one of the most anticipated AAA releases of the year.

The final week of February 2026 delivers five notable releases landing across a couple of days. Spanning survival horror, narrative strategy, action, and JRPG remaster territory, this week's lineup offers variety, but one title towers above the rest in terms of anticipation and industry attention. February 23 - March 1 releases February 25 opens with Nested Lands, a moody exploration-driven experience built around layered environments and environmental storytelling. Early impressions point to a game focused on atmosphere and discovery, encouraging players...

Slay the Spire 2 launch date confirmed alongside multiplayer mode

Feb 20, 2026, 2:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News Release date Early access

One of the most anticipated titles of the year finally has a release date on Early Access, and we can't wait to play it.

The highly anticipated sequel to the genre-defining roguelike deckbuilder Slay the Spire now has an official Early Access release date. Developer Mega Crit Games has confirmed that Slay the Spire 2 will launch in Early Access on March 5 via Steam, marking the return of one of the most influential card-based strategy games of the past decade. A sequel with exciting novelties Originally announced with a broader launch window, the sequel's arrival in Early Access signals the next phase of...

Escape from Tarkov reveals its roadmap for early 2026

Feb 19, 2026, 2:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News Updates & Patches

Battlestate Games is working on improving the game's performance but players can also expect theaddition of a new boss and more.

Escape from Tarkov is set for a substantial year of updates, as developer Battlestate Games has outlined its development roadmap for the first half of 2026. Following the game’s 1.0 launch, the studio offered details about the future additions to the game, and its now is shifting focus toward performance stabilization, systemic refinements, and a slate of new content intended to reinforce long-term player engagement. Performance improvements first The first major milestone, Patch 1.0.4.0, is scheduled for Q1 2026 and centers...

The release of REPLACED has been delayed a few weeks

Feb 19, 2026, 12:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News Release date

The game's free demo has provided the developers with valuable feedback that will allow for improvements, but these require extra time.

The release of REPLACED has been pushed back once again, extending the wait for one of the indie video game scene's most visually striking projects. The developers opted to delay the launch following player feedback gathered from the recently published Steam demo. The studio revealed via X that the extra development time will be used to further refine gameplay systems and address technical concerns ahead of the full release. The wait till be worth it Developed by...

Avowed launches on PS5 with enhanced features

Feb 18, 2026, 5:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

Obsidian Entertainment's RPG is finally available on Sony's platform with a sizeable update full of exciting features.

Nearly a year after its initial debut, Avowed has officially launched on PlayStation 5, marking the fantasy RPG's arrival on Sony’s current-generation console. The release coincides with a substantial Anniversary Update, delivering new gameplay features and expanded character options for all players. A proper release, indeed Developed by Obsidian Entertainment, the studio known for its narrative-driven role-playing games, Avowed originally launched on Xbox Series X/S and PC in February 2025 under the publishing label of Xbox Game Studios. Its expansion to PS5...

You can try EA Sports FC 26 for free now

Feb 18, 2026, 4:00 PM Fyra Frost Free Games Demos

EA opens up the game to newcomers with a free demo that allows players to discover what the new installment in the franchise has to offer.

Electronic Arts has launched EA Sports FC 26 Showcase, a standalone free trial that gives players early access to key features from EA Sports FC 26. The initiative allows fans to experience the latest installment in the popular sports simutations series before purchasing the full game, offering a unique opportunity to have a first look at the latest gameplay refinements. Discover the game for free The Showcase functions as a curated preview rather than a full demo with unlimited access. Players...

Mewgenics confirms its success with a record number of players

Feb 17, 2026, 7:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

The game is amongs the most played on Valve's platform and the developers already have expansion plans.

Mewgenics, the latest project from indie developer Edmund McMillen, has surged to extraordinary heights on Steam, setting a new record for peak concurrent players in the roguelike genre. Within days of its release, the game climbed past 115,000 simultaneous users according to SteamDB, surpassing the previous benchmark held by Hades 2 and firmly establishing itself as one of the platform's biggest indie launches in recent years. The achievement is particularly notable given the game's unconventional design. Mewgenics blends...

The Rogue Prince of Persia is expanding with exciting additions

Feb 17, 2026, 10:00 AM Fyra Frost Gaming News Updates & Patches

Fortunately, the game is oblivious to Ubisoft's drama, and the developers are adding plenty of new features for free.

The developers behind The Rogue Prince of Persia have unveiled an ambitious roadmap for spring 2026, outlining two substantial free updates designed to significantly expand the game's systems and long-term replayability. The plans for the game signal continued live support well into the new year, with a focus on both core gameplay improvements and robust endgame content. ...

Sons of Sparta is not your typical God of War game

Feb 16, 2026, 4:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

Sons of Sparta has taken a path that may not be everyone's cup of tea, but the game offers a positive experience to those who want new things in the franchise.

Sony has officially launched God of War: Sons of Sparta, a surprise release unveiled during February's PlayStation showcase. The new title expands the long-running God of War universe with a bold stylistic shift, arriving as both a celebration of the franchise’s legacy and a test of how far the brand can stretch beyond its blockbuster formula. Available now on PlayStation 5, the game coincides with confirmation that a remake of the original Greek trilogy is in development at Santa Monica...

This Week's Video Game Releases - February 2026 (Week 8)

Feb 16, 2026, 2:30 PM Fyra Frost New Game Releases

The third game in the Styx series arrives this week but there are other options if you are looking for something different.

The second half of February brings a dense wave of video game releases, with nine titles arriving between February 16 and 22, 2026. Spanning tactical strategy, role-playing, stealth-action, simulation, and sci-fi survival, this week's lineup reflects the industry's continued appetite for both franchise expansions and original concepts. February 16 - 22 releases February 17 opens strongly with three distinct releases. NORSE: Oath of Blood transports players into a brutal Viking setting, combining turn-based combat systems with settlement-building mechanics and narrative-driven clan...

CONTROL Resonant: first look at gameplay at State of Play

Feb 13, 2026, 5:30 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

Remedy offered a first look at gameplay, revealing that the new game brings many innovations.

Remedy Entertainment pulled back the curtain on its next major project during yesterday's State of Play broadcast, unveiling an extended gameplay demonstration of CONTROL Resonant. The presentation offers a substantial look at combat, traversal, and world design, positioning the title as a bold structural and mechanical evolution of the studio's 2019 breakout hit, Control. A different take on Control's universe The footage centers on Dylan Faden, now stepping into the protagonist role. Set in a Manhattan twisted by paranatural forces, the...

007 First Light story trailer debuts at State of Play

Feb 13, 2026, 3:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

The origins of the iconic MI6 agent will finally see the light in this new 007 game.

The latest State of Play broadcast from Sony Interactive Entertainment delivered a closer look at one of its most anticipated upcoming titles: 007 First Light. Presented during yesterday's showcase, the new story trailer shifts the spotlight squarely onto the narrative foundations of a young Bond, offering the clearest picture yet of how this original origin story will unfold. A brand-new Bond Developed by IO Interactive, the studio best known for the Hitman franchise, the game reimagines the formative years of James Bond...

Blizzard reveals the Warlock for Diablo's 30th Anniversary

Feb 12, 2026, 9:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

The 30th anniversary of the most popular ARPG franchise brings a brand-new class to its games.

Three decades have passed since a solitary hero first descended into the depths beneath Tristram, unknowingly launching a franchise that would shape the action RPG genre for generations. Marking this milestone, Blizzard Entertainment has unveiled an ambitious content roadmap designed to connect Diablo’s legacy with its future trajectory. At the center of the celebration stands the Warlock, a formidable new class set to appear in both Diablo IV and Diablo II: Resurrected, uniting the franchise's classic and contemporary eras. A bountiful...

No Man’s Sky receives a major free update with exciting mechanics

Feb 12, 2026, 7:30 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News Updates & Patches

Hello Games has launched another free update adding new and exciting features to No Man's Sky ever-growing adventure.

Hello Games has launched Remnant, the latest free update for No Man's Sky, delivering one of the most transformative gameplay expansions in recent memory. After Breach, this newThe update introduces the highly anticipated Gravitino Coil, a new gravity-based tool, alongside a comprehensive scrap salvaging system, expanded exocraft customization, and a brand-new limited-time Expedition. With Remnant, the long-running space exploration title continues its evolution nearly a decade after launch. A major gameplay overhaul At the center of the Remnant update is the...

Woolhaven changes the world of Cult of the Lamb for good

Feb 11, 2026, 1:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

The latest expansion significantly changes the game and turns it into a more challenging experience with farming elements.

Since its debut, Cult of the Lamb has thrived on the razor-thin edge between adorable community management and unsettling eldritch sacrifice. However, the Woolhaven expansion, released in early 2026, has brought major changes to the game's experience both solo and in co-op multiplayer. By taking the Lamb back to its ancestral roots in the frozen peaks, developer Massive Monster has introduced a survival-heavy endgame that fundamentally evolves how the game is played. For fans who felt they had...

Mewgenics' success is out of the charts

Feb 11, 2026, 12:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

Not even the game's developers thought that Mewgenics would be profitable so fast. Cat breeding is the new indie trend!

Yesterday marked the end of a fourteen-year vigil for indie gaming fans as Mewgenics, the bizarre "trash-cat" simulator from The Binding of Isaac creator Edmund McMillen, finally hit digital shelves. What followed was a commercial explosion that has fundamentally shifted expectations for the indie market in 2026. After more than a decade of development hell, redesigns, and anticipation, the feline-focused tactical RPG has proven that some things are truly worth the wait. Show me the money! The financial data emerging from...

A free demo of Replaced is coming this week

Feb 10, 2026, 2:30 PM Fyra Frost Free Games Demos

A thrilling cyberpunk story and dark pixel-art graphics are some of the highlights of this 2D platformer that you can try for free very soon.

Replaced, the stylish cyberpunk action-platformer from Sad Cat Studios, will be available to play via a free playable demo on PC later this week, giving players their first hands-on opportunity with the long-anticipated title. The announcement was confirmed through the game's official channels and its Steam page, following years of growing interest since its initial reveal. Not the '80s we can remember Set in an alternate version of 1980s America, Replaced blends cinematic 2.5D platforming with fast, fluid combat and a strong...

Capcom is working on a big expansion for Monster Hunter Wilds

Feb 10, 2026, 11:30 AM Fyra Frost Gaming News Updates & Patches

Capcom celebrates the game's first anniversary with the announcement of an expansion and a big free update for the game.

On occasion of the game's first anniversary, Capcom has officially announced that a large-scale expansion for Monster Hunter Wilds is currently in development, marking the next major evolution of the acclaimed action-hunting title. The announcement arrives alongside confirmation of the Version 1.041 update, a significant free content and performance update scheduled to release globally on February 18. The upcoming expansion is being developed as a full premium experience, designed to deliver a substantial amount of new content comparable in scope to...

Mewgenics: a distinctive tactical roguelike with cat breeding at its core

Feb 9, 2026, 3:00 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

Mewgenics is an unusual take on the genre that combines cat breeding, roguelite progression mechanics, and tactical combat.

After years of anticipation, Mewgenics, the long-gestating project from The Binding of Isaac creator Edmund McMillen and developer Tyler Glaiel, is finally nearing release, and early signs point to a major indie success. This turn-based roguelike experience has already secured a strong pre-release Metacritic score, reflecting enthusiastic early reviews that praise its depth, originality, and sheer volume of content. A cat with countless lives Mewgenics is a hybrid experience that blends tactical, grid-based combat with life simulation and genetic progression....

This Week's Video Game Releases - February 2026 (Week 7)

Feb 9, 2026, 12:00 PM Fyra Frost New Game Releases

A wide selection of video games of all genres are available this week, including highlt anticipated titles like Mewgenics, Mario Tennis Fever, and more.

The second week of February 2026 is shaping up to be a busy one for video game releases, with a diverse lineup spanning strategy, action, sports, and experimental indie titles. From long-awaited sequels to beloved franchise revivals, here's a look at the notable games launching this week. February 9-15 releases February 10 kicks things off with two high-profile releases. Age of Mythology: Retold – Expansion Pass expands the modern reimagining of the classic real-time strategy game, promising new gods, campaigns, and...

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