After the unexpected leadership shake-up at Xbox, an alleged insider leak is adding to the uncertainty. While new chief Asha Sharma has promised a renewed focus on creativity and hardware following the departures of Phil Spencer and Sarah Bond, the source warns of large-scale layoffs and a bleak future for the Xbox console.

Shortly after taking on her new role as head of Microsoft’s Xbox gaming division, Asha Sharma revealed what was described as her Xbox gamertag. The account quickly came under scrutiny, with many fans questioning its authenticity.

Deal | The Warfare Legacy Collection brings back the classic Flash-based World War strategy games Warfare 1917 and Warfare 1944 in remastered form, adding a new Battle of the Bulge campaign. Instead of the traditional isometric perspective, it adopts a distinctive side-scrolling view. The collection holds a 93% positive rating on Steam and is now 25% off for the first time, bringing the price down to around $7.50.

Phil Spencer is stepping down as CEO of Microsoft Gaming, while Xbox President Sarah Bond is also leaving the company. Asha Sharma, formerly head of Microsoft’s CoreAI division, will assume leadership. Her appointment has sparked concern within the community, with many fearing a stronger push toward generative AI.

In an interview with Variety, Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot outlined several projects currently in development. Insider sources have since provided additional details about the titles he referenced.

Deal | Paragnosia is an atmospheric horror game that immerses players in an apartment filled with unsettling anomalies. The title is currently free to claim on Steam until February 23.

Nvidia has announced a special chip reveal at GTC 2026. CEO Jensen Huang spoke of processors that will “surprise the world.” All indications suggest the focus will be on AI hardware rather than new consumer graphics cards. The next Rubin generation, likely paired with HBM4 memory and advanced integration technology, is considered a strong contender for the unveiling.

US President Donald Trump has announced plans to release government files related to UFOs, UAPs, and potential extraterrestrial life. The move is intended to address sustained public interest in decades-long investigations conducted by the US Department of Defense.

Deal | Achilles: Legends Untold is an action RPG in the vein of Diablo, but its combat emphasizes skill-based mechanics reminiscent of Dark Souls. Instead of battling demons, players enter a world shaped by Greek mythology. On Steam, the game is now 80% off for the first time, bringing the price down to under $5.

The demo for the pirate-themed survival game Windrose has quickly gained strong traction on Steam. Shortly after launch, it reached more than 6,000 concurrent players and earned a 94% positive rating from over 400 reviews. The demo reportedly offers up to six hours of gameplay.

With Lyria 3, Google is integrating a music generation tool into the Gemini app for the first time. Users can create 30-second songs complete with automatically generated lyrics, sung vocals, and cover artwork simply by entering a text prompt or uploading an image. The feature is currently available in the Gemini beta.

Deal | Stone Story RPG stands out thanks to its distinctive blend of idle gameplay and animated ASCII visuals. The game is currently on sale on Steam until February 24 for just under $15 – 50% off its regular price.

Euro 3v3, a fast-paced arena shooter that combines classic first-person combat with sandbox elements, launched on Steam on February 17. The game is completely free to play and has received consistently positive reviews so far.

More than 20 years after its final update, Unreal Tournament 2004 has made an unexpected return. With official approval from Epic Games, the community developers at OldUnreal have released a major patch for the classic arena shooter, making the game available for free.

Meta has obtained a patent for an AI system designed to automatically continue the social media accounts of deceased or long-term inactive users. While the technology may appear practical for influencers, it has triggered significant backlash on Reddit – particularly in cases involving accounts of people who have passed away.

Deal | Persona 3 Reload is a thoroughly modernized remake of the 2006 PS2 classic and has been warmly received by players: an impressive 94% of Steam reviews are positive. Until February 26, the JRPG is available on Steam at its lowest price to date, dropping to just under $24.

For the 2026 Chinese Lunar New Year gala, China Media Group staged an impressive live performance: humanoid robots appeared alongside young kung fu performers, delivering a tightly synchronized show that seamlessly blended advanced technology with traditional martial arts.

WhatsApp is testing a major redesign in its latest Android beta. In the future, status updates may appear directly within the “Chats” tab, significantly increasing their visibility. This change could affect the app’s overall clarity and shift its focus further toward a social media experience rather than a purely messaging service.

Vampire’s Fall 2 is aimed primarily at fans of classic role-playing games. It combines turn-based combat from an isometric perspective with a dark, atmospheric fantasy setting. The title launched on February 13 and is free to play on Steam.

The AI boom appears to be creating the next bottleneck. After RAM prices have already risen, hard drive prices may soon follow. Western Digital reports that its HDD production capacity for 2026 is almost fully booked.

As previously reported, Ubisoft has canceled six games as part of its latest cost-cutting measures. Insider Gaming has now revealed which titles are affected.

After its proposed code changes were rejected, an autonomous AI agent reportedly published a blog post attacking a developer. The article portrays him in a highly negative light and includes several fabricated allegations.

Deal | Brigandine The Legend of Runersia blends classic turn-based battles with detailed unit management and large-scale conquest, delivering a deep experience tailored to fans of demanding strategy RPGs. The game is currently available on Steam at its lowest price to date. An 80% discount brings it down to just under $8 until February 26.

Anthropic’s Head of AI Security, Mrinank Sharma, has stepped down with immediate effect. He cited ethical concerns as the reason for his departure – raising urgent warnings that extend beyond the field of artificial intelligence.

After years of anticipation, the release date for the Gothic 1 remake has finally been announced. The reveal was accompanied by a new trailer showcasing the revamped combat system, improved animations, and cinematic cutscenes.

The Pokémon Company has unveiled a new collector’s item designed to excite fans – an animatronic Pikachu described as the most lifelike version of the iconic Electric-type mascot to date.

Deal | Wolfenstein 3D is widely regarded as a pioneer of the modern shooter genre. More than 30 years after its debut, the World War II classic is now available on Steam at its lowest price yet. With an 80% discount running until February 15, the game costs less than $1.

In Next Life is a survival RPG with a strong online multiplayer focus that has recently exited Early Access on Steam and is now free to play. The core concept is simple: each round represents an entire lifetime. Players are born as the child of another player, grow up within a tribe, take on responsibilities, and eventually die. A new life then begins, while overall progress carries over, allowing the civilization to evolve gradually.

For the 2026 FIFA World Cup, police in Guadalupe, Mexico, will deploy robot dogs to support security operations. Four quadruped robots, believed to be Unitree Go2 models, are set to assist officers during the tournament.

At least 1,200 Ubisoft employees are on strike from February 10 to 12, 2026, protesting what the company has labeled a “final” round of cost-cutting measures. The union has sharply criticized management’s approach and outlined a clear set of demands.

On February 10, the Battlefield 6 development team released an in-depth community update on the upcoming Season 2. The post has since amassed more than 240,000 views and over 380 comments – figures that highlight not only continued interest in the game, but also a divided community.

According to official information, Android 17 – codenamed “Cinnamon Bun” – is set to launch shortly. This comes as a surprise, as a developer preview is usually released before the beta phase begins. However, Google appears to be skipping that step and is expected to roll out the beta to the first Pixel devices in the coming days.

Deal | Black Myth: Wukong is one of 2024’s biggest gaming hits and, until now, had received only a single discount. The action RPG is finally getting its second price cut, with the full version now available for around $45 for the first time.

Dawn over Kovir, a bold new story mod for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, has recently been released. It introduces a completely new region and allows players to step into the role of Ciri.

Deal | If you've always wanted to create your own role-playing game but never took the time to learn coding, RPG Maker MZ could be exactly what you need. The latest version is free to try on Steam until February 23.

During its first public presentation, Iron – the humanoid robot from Chinese carmaker XPeng – unexpectedly fell over. The company’s CEO called it a natural part of the learning process, while the community mostly responded with humor.

Deal | Erenshor feels like a classic MMO, but instead of real players, it's populated by AI-controlled SimPlayers. The game runs entirely offline and works smoothly on the Steam Deck. It’s currently 30% off, lowering the price to $13.99.