While the Olympics are known for showcasing top athletes in traditional sports, competitive video gaming is starting to play a role. The first Olympic Esports Series took place in 2023, and the International Olympic Committee is planning an even larger event, the Olympic Esports Games, scheduled for 2027.
These games either launched famous series or stood alone as classics of their time. Regardless, it’s fun to look back and see how much gaming franchises, genres, and the industry itself have changed over the years.
In fast-paced action games, players usually control incredibly strong characters who defeat countless enemies. We don’t often think about what those actions mean in a broader sense, beyond just the game itself.
We now know the titles and what will happen in the upcoming episodes, and it’s clear the season is building towards a hugely popular moment from the JJK story. The team working on the finale is determined to make it incredible, and everything we’ve seen suggests this episode could be the best anime episode of the year.
Fans were hoping for improvements after a disappointing update in January that introduced a divisive 1v3 matchmaking and a weak Map Condition for Buried City. The latest ARC Raiders patch, called Shrouded Sky, delivers a lot of new content. The biggest addition is the Hurricane Map Condition, which throws dangerous weather into the mix. Players will also find a new Raider Deck, fresh items, and two challenging new ARC enemies.
I’ve been following the development of the next Assassin’s Creed game – currently known as Hexe – for a while now! It was first hinted at way back in September 2022 during the same Ubisoft presentation where we got our first look at Assassin’s Creed Shadows (then called Red) and Mirage. They even showed off Jade, the mobile game that’s still in the works. Honestly, Ubisoft has kept pretty quiet about Hexe since that initial tease. But there have been rumors floating around that this one might be a bit different and more experimental than previous Assassin’s Creed titles, which is exciting!
This guide follows the item order found in the game’s lists for head and torso armor. You can find these lists in the info menu – they’re a helpful way to check which armor pieces you still need to collect.
Boruto consistently demonstrates he deserves the Uzumaki legacy with each win. However, in some fights, his opponents should have realistically won. Without resorting to tricks, the power of Momoshiki taking over, or help from his friends, Boruto would have likely lost those battles.
Xbox Game Pass had a slow finish to 2025, but it’s started 2026 strong. February brought a great selection of games, including both new releases and popular titles – a mix of big-budget AAA games and smaller indie hits. Recent additions include favorites like The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, Death Howl, Kingdom Come Deliverance, and Diablo 2: Resurrected. Just recently, subscribers also gained access to TCG Card Shop Simulator, a well-received 2024 game with an ‘Overwhelmingly Positive’ rating from over 43,000 Steam users, despite its simple concept.
The recent announcements of both Xbox CEO Phil Spencer’s retirement and Xbox President Sarah Bond’s departure caused a lot of surprise and speculation about the future of the company. While many questions remain unanswered, the new leaders have begun addressing some of the biggest concerns fans have raised.