Games

This week is looking exciting for Pokémon fans! In addition to some changes in the popularity rankings, Game Freak and Nintendo just announced that the beloved games Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen will be coming to the Nintendo Switch after the Pokémon Presents event on February 27th. Beyond that surprise, Nintendo and Game Freak might also share details about Pokémon Wind and Wave, the next generation of Pokémon games. Expect lots of news, reveals, and surprises during the event!

As a big Resident Evil 7 fan, I was really excited to hunt down all the Effigies in the End of Zoe DLC! While you might stumble across a few randomly in crates, most of them are hidden in specific spots that are easy to miss. I decided to put together a guide to help anyone else trying to find all 13 Effigy locations so we can finally take down that Swamp Man!

What makes games like this so enjoyable is the feeling of overcoming difficult challenges and exceeding expectations. Many gamers relish a tough fight when the odds are stacked against them. This idea of an unlikely hero rising to greatness is a classic trope, seen in stories like The Lord of the Rings, and it clearly resonates with people – even if it doesn’t appeal to everyone. If you’re looking for a game where you can experience that journey from underdog to hero, these are the games to play.

As a huge Xbox fan, I’ve been consistently impressed with Game Pass. It’s just such a great value for getting access to so many games! What really sets it apart from PlayStation Plus or Nintendo Switch Online, for me, is that Microsoft puts some of their biggest new releases on Game Pass right when they come out. I’m especially excited about playing Forza Horizon 6 and Fable without having to buy them separately! They’ve already announced a bunch of games coming in March 2026, and at least one will be available on day one. Plus, it’s awesome that they include older, classic games too – it’s a great way to rediscover some of the best games ever made!

The Paldean Wonders expansion focuses mainly on Pokémon from the ninth generation, featuring all three Paldean starter Pokémon and their evolutions. It includes five brand-new ex cards, as well as shiny versions of some existing ex cards, giving players lots of exciting new cards to collect from the latest Pokémon TCG Pocket packs.

With anticipation for the Switch 2 and its potential to revitalize the Pokemon series, some gamers have been exploring other monster-collecting games as possible alternatives. Voidling Bound, the debut title from Hatchery Games, offers a unique take on the genre. Players discover, hatch, and evolve strange alien creatures called Voidlings. Unlike traditional turn-based combat, battles in Voidling Bound are action-packed and happen in real time, requiring players to aim weapons, dodge attacks, and work together with their adorable alien companions.

Pokemon GO is constantly updated with events and new Pokemon to keep players engaged, and March promises some exciting content. Super Mega Raids are starting at the end of February and running until March 1st, and a special Community Day featuring Scorbunny will also be happening in March.

The new World of Warcraft: Midnight expansion is launching soon! Players with early access can start playing on February 26th, and everyone else can join in on March 2nd. To mark the occasion, World of Warcraft is offering special rewards on Twitch: you can earn Alliance and Horde Murloc decorations as a free Twitch Drop, and get the Fishmonger May pet by supporting your favorite streamers.

Life simulation games have become incredibly diverse, offering everything from complex social interactions where characters evolve based on your decisions, to expansive worlds you can build and personalize. This list highlights the life sims that provide the richest and most rewarding gameplay.