A new Sonic the Hedgehog audio drama called “The Chaotix Casefiles” was announced on January 20th with a trailer on the Sonic the Hedgehog YouTube channel. The series, featuring Vector, Espio, and Charmy Bee – the team behind the Chaotix Detective Agency – will be available on podcast platforms starting January 27th. The trailer hints that Sonic and Dr. Eggman will also make appearances.
The new Battlefield game generated a lot of excitement before it launched, but its popularity has dropped significantly since then. By mid-January, the number of players on Steam had fallen by 89% from its highest point, as players became disappointed with the first season and new games like ARC Raiders gained popularity. Although the developers have fixed many initial performance and progression issues, player numbers continue to decline, so it remains to be seen if the next season can revive the game.
Extraction games share some similarities with typical first- or third-person shooters, but they offer a distinct and often addictive gameplay experience that takes some getting used to. These games usually combine player-versus-player combat with environmental challenges. If you’re new to this genre and want to try it out, here are some good options, varying in price and how they play. The games are listed starting with those that are easiest for beginners.
Donkey Kong Country Returns first came out on the Nintendo Wii more than ten years ago. It was then released for the Nintendo 3DS, and a remastered version appeared on the original Nintendo Switch in early 2025. This week saw the launch of a free update, which includes new ways to play, improved graphics, and a brand new character you can control.
During a recent call, Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot announced that the company will be closing some studios and continuing to reorganize its operations. He explained that these tough choices are essential for creating a leaner, more effective, and financially stable company for the future.
After a long absence, fans recently saw Emre Sarioglu again in the debut of Freja, the first new hero for Overwatch 2 in 2025. The reveal showed Talon leader Maximilien hiring a bounty hunter to locate Emre, who was a close colleague and friend during their time on the Overwatch search and rescue team.
Rather than sticking to a single formula for how games look and play, the varied experiences and resources of developers working in this style have resulted in a surprisingly wide variety of games.
According to Robert Kirkman, the creator of Invincible, Season 4 will feature the show’s biggest villain yet, as well as bring back some familiar faces. While the season will largely follow the comic book storyline, Kirkman has hinted at unexpected twists and turns that fans are eager to see.
Details about WWE 2K26 are starting to emerge, and it looks like the game will include four new match types and bring back Showcase Mode. This year’s Showcase will focus on the career of CM Punk, a hugely popular and accomplished wrestler. However, some of Punk’s most famous moments involved individuals who could cause controversy if included in the game.
In the world of One Piece, the Yonko are the four strongest pirates. They’re often described as rulers of the New World, with power that no one can match on the seas. The Yonko control huge areas and have a lot of sway in the criminal underworld. They’re also known for forming powerful alliances, which can even challenge the authority of the World Government.