Over the past few months, Grand Theft Auto 6 has been surrounded by rumors, from possible delays and marketing plans to questions about artificial intelligence and the game’s physical release.
Now, Take-Two Interactive has stepped in to clear things up, addressing several of the most discussed topics surrounding one of the most anticipated games ever.
The announcement of GTA 6’s delay has certainly not gone unnoticed in the gaming world.
GTA 6 Will Not Use Generative AI
One of the most important clarifications comes from Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick, who confirmed that GTA 6 will not use generative AI.
Speaking in an interview with GamesIndustry.biz, Zelnick explained, “Generative AI has zero part in what Rockstar Games is building. Their worlds are handcrafted. That’s what differentiates them. They’re built from the ground up, building by building, street by street, neighborhood by neighborhood. They’re not procedurally generated, they shouldn’t be.”
In addition to clearing up these concerns, Take-Two also shared new information about GTA 6’s marketing plans. During its latest quarterly financial report, the company confirmed that marketing for the game will start in the summer. This means new trailers, gameplay reveals, and official updates are expected closer to release, following Rockstar’s usual approach of promoting its games nearer to launch.
Take-Two also addressed speculation about the game’s physical release. Zelnick dismissed rumors suggesting that retail copies could be delayed to reduce the risk of leaks, stating clearly that this is not the case. Grand Theft Auto VI will launch with a physical edition available from day one, alongside the digital version, on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
The publisher once again reaffirmed that GTA 6 is scheduled to release on November 19, 2026. These announcements come during a strong financial period for Take-Two, which recently confirmed that GTA 5 has surpassed 225 million copies sold worldwide.
While Xbox might be pushing for more of its first-party games to appear on competing platforms, that doesn’t mean the division will stop pushing for consoles altogether.
On the contrary, it seems we’re a year away from seeing the next-gen Xbox make an appearance — at least if certain people are to be believed.
At this past week's Xbox Showcase, Microsoft confirmed what we all knew was an inevitability, and that's Xbox first-party games releasing simultaneously on PS5 alongside the Xbox and PC versions.
Mind, it’s not just a random person or an anonymous report that’s saying this, but the actual big cheese of a multi-billion dollar tech company, which we think might know a thing or two that the gaming public doesn’t know about.
Next-Gen Xbox Out in 2027 Per AMD
Speaking in a video interview with GamesBeat (paywalled), AMD CEO Lisa Su basically confirmed the next-gen Xbox, which is currently unnamed, is on track for release in 2027.
Su said, “From a product standpoint, Valve is on-track to begin shipping its AMD-powered Steam Machine early this year, and development of Microsoft’s next-gen Xbox featuring an AMD semi-custom SoC is progressing well to support a launch in 2027.”
You can’t get more cut-and-dry than that, right? While Microsoft hasn’t commented on when we’ll see the next Xbox drop, 2027 seems like a good estimate given the Xbox Series X|S was released in 2020. Give or take a few years, a console’s lifecycle usually lasts for five years.
Will gamers embrace the next-gen right away? Probably not since the current consoles (PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2) we have now have a lot of life yet. Unless these new next-gen consoles can offer something more than just a graphical upheaval.
In any case, it seems like we’re nearing the start of a next-gen console era, and that’s always exciting.
Earlier this year, Nintendo shocked the gaming world when it announced that some of its first-party games would cost $80, which is a $10 increase from the now-standard $70 price tag for current-gen games.
Obsidian is often described as one of Xbox’s most active studios.
For the complete details on the new stuff, as well as the gameplay changes made, read on for the patch notes.
The Sims 4 New Update 2.28 Drops Major Improvements
Family Tree Updates!
The Family Tree has been updated to expand how you experience and tell Sims’ family stories. Your Sims now have relationship labels for in-laws, half siblings, great grandparents, and more! Extended family members will also be shown in the family tree. Players can also choose whether adopted Sims are labeled as such in the Family Tree.
New relationship labels include: Mother-in-Law, Father-in-Law, Sister-in-Law, Brother-in-Law, Daughter-in-Law, Son-in-Law, Distant Relative, Distant Relative-In-Law, Half-sister, Half-brother, Stepmother, Stepfather, Stepdaughter, Stepson, Great-grandmother, Great-grandfather, Great-grandson, Great-granddaughter, Parent’s Cousin, Cousin’s Child, Grandniece, Grandnephew, Grand-aunt, Grand-uncle, Ancestor, Descendant, and Relative-In-law. Divorced has a new name: Ex-Spouse, and Deceased Spouse has a new name: Late Spouse.
Close relatives are prohibited from being romantically involved. This prevents autonomous flirting between In-Laws or Step-relatives.
Flared Staircases!
Get ready to create grand looking staircases! Now, you can widen the top or bottom of a staircase (symmetrically or asymmetrically) to give your builds a touch of elegance. Additionally, stair rails can now be applied to only one side of a staircase and we’ve added a slider to change the length of the rail.
Create a Sim
Afro-Textured and Curly Hair Filters:
Africana Style Filter:
A new style filter, Africana, has been added to the game. This style filter makes it easier to sort and find African-inspired items in Create a Sim and Build Mode.
New Jewel-toned Nails:
12 new luxurious jewel-toned and metallic almond-shaped Nails have been added to Create a Sim.
Lost Legacies Event
Embark on a whirlwind adventure in the Lost Legacies Event as your Sim is swept into a royal treasure hunt, sparked by the arrival of a mysterious royal emissary. Play now through March 16th!
Uncover Lore: From exploring the artistic legacy of the Dambele family to unraveling the romantic secrets of the Bellacorde family and decoding the legendary tales of Princess Cordelia, explore the lost legacy of the three prestigious families from The Sims 4 Royalty & Legacy Expansion Pack.
Free Limited Time Rewards: Unlock a trove of treasures each week, from collectable skeleton keys that complete quests, a cursed ring with dangerous consequences, a vengeful aspiration, new lot trait, and more. Each reward is special and brings you closer to the noble families, has a unique aesthetic, or adds a new way to play.
Active Quests: Your Sim will dive into lively debates, master new skills and chase clues across museums, nightclubs, libraries and hidden grottos.
New Kits for your Sim’s Realm
Step into a world of imagination, elegance, and drama! Whether you’re dreaming of picture-perfect tea parties or silver screen inspired style, these Kits are ready to inspire new stories, Sims, and builds!
The Sims™ 4 Silver Screen Style Kit and The Sims™ 4 Tea Time Solarium Kit will be available for purchase individually February 12, 2026 and are included for free in the Royalty & Legacy Grand Bundle through March 15, 2026.
Step into a whimsical playroom with The Sims™ 4 Wonderland Playroom Kit and build a charming yard with our latest Creator Kit: The Sims™ 4 Yard Charm Kit, created by Ravasheen.
Available February 26, 2026.
Bug Fixes in Latest The Sims 4 Update
Bug Fixes
Base Game / Multipack
Live Mode
[EA Forums] Resolved an issue that caused photos to turn black, discovered after the January 13th Base Game update.
[EA Forums] Fixed additional instances of an issue where entering and exiting Build Mode during Scenarios with goals would cause the UI to disappear or the game to become unresponsive.
[EA Forums] Book covers for Baking, Wellness, Snowboarding, Rock Climbing, Herbalism and Photography books should no longer change when placed on retail displays. Fabrication and Mixology skill books no longer have the same book cover.
[Bug Archive] Resolved an issue where Sims’ Great Grandparents incorrectly had romantic interactions available to them with extended family members.
[Bug Archive] Resolved an issue where Sims didn’t complete the “Dance With Someone” goal at Prom, preventing a Gold Event rating.
[Bug Archive] Upgraded vacuums now work in the “Off the Grid” Lot type.
Build Mode
[EA Forums] Resolved an issue that could prevent room type assignments in Build Mode.
[EA Forums] Simple Slattered and MasterCraft staircases no longer have an extra board when placing L-shaped stairs.
Create a Sim
[EA Forums] Fixed a UI issue in Create a Sim that was preventing elements from displaying in Turn-Ons and Turn-Offs, as well as the Like and Dislike buttons.
[EA Forums] Editing Merfolks or Aliens in Create a Sim should no longer cause a game crash.
[EA Forums] Resolved an issue causing nail asset (yfAcc_ManiNaturalShort_SolidDirt) to cause a metallic effect to the entire body.
[Bug Archive] Resolved an issue causing nail assets (yfAcc_ManiGP12Forest and ymAcc_ManiGP12Forest) to show lines around the upper arm on Sims.
Expect EA to release another patch for The Sims 4 in a few weeks’ or months’ time if past updates are anything to go on.
Full Circle has pushed out a new skate update today, and this one is focused solely on bug fixes. While there’s no new content in tow, players will surely appreciate the bug squashes the devs have applied.
Console gamers will see this as skate update 1.15/1.000.015, and this is a minor update.
Arrowhead Game Studios has released a major patch for Helldivers 2 on February 3, and this adds a new vehicle, a new premium Warbond, and a lot more.
For the complete details on what got fixed, read on.
Skate Update on February 3 Briings Bug Fixes
Bug Fixes
Fixed an issue where two songs were missed from the playlist.
Fixed a collision issue where players could walk through a wall in the Gullcrest Community Park.
Fixed an issue where the incorrect name was displayed for the Stunting 101 Challenge.
Fixed an issue where skate. could crash after leveling up Hedgemont.
Fixed an issue where the Global Graphics Quality setting will automatically switch to Custom with low settings when you view another skater in the Social Menu.
Fixed an issue where the flame effect remains active after exiting the costume section of Customize a Skater.
Fixed an issue where a reboot was required if you skipped some cinematics.
Fixed a crash which could occur when spectating other players.
Fixed an issue where players could still Direct Join other players regardless of their join setting restrictions.
Fixed various stability and performance issues.
Once another patch is pushed out, expect it here on MP1st.
As technology continues to evolve, each major company is taking its own approach to stay ahead. According to a patent filed on WIPO Patentscope, Sony is working on a system that would use generative AI to create podcasts featuring PlayStation characters.
This could mean listening to Kratos talk about the God of War saga, or Ellie sharing survival tips from The Last of Us. The idea is to offer audio content directly through the PS5 interface, without the need to rely on external platforms like Spotify or YouTube, which many players currently use while gaming.
Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding creator, Hideo Kojima, has always been both fascinated and cautious about artificial intelligence.
Sony Patent Suggests Personalized PlayStation Character Podcasts on PS5
In the patent description, Sony explains that “video game platforms currently lack the ability to provide unique and targeted content to gamers to update the gamers about things that are happening on the platform.” These personalized podcasts would provide updates and information directly on the console, so players would not need to leave their PS5.
The document, titled “LLM-BASED GENERATIVE PODCASTS FOR GAMERS,” describes a system where each PS5 user would receive podcasts tailored to their preferences, current activity, or the game they are playing. For example, if a player is stuck in a section of God of War Ragnarök, Kratos and Atreus could explain how to move forward through an in-console podcast-style guide.
Sony also wants to avoid the typical robotic voices often associated with AI-generated audio. The patent mentions the use of animated characters and voiceovers with a light, humorous tone, acting almost like a modern version of Microsoft’s old Clippy assistant, but integrated into gameplay.
Interestingly, the patent does not limit this idea to PlayStation consoles. It also references other platforms such as Xbox, Nintendo systems, PC, and mobile devices, suggesting that the technology could be used more broadly if Sony decides to move forward with it.
While this concept may not appeal to everyone—especially those critical of generative AI—it could become an interesting addition to the PS5 interface. For now, it remains a patent, and it is unclear whether Sony will turn this idea into a real feature in the future.
As maintenance ends for Destiny 2, patch version 9.5.5.1 is now live across all platforms. Console gamers will see the download as Destiny 2 update 3.88/1.183 (complete version 1.183.000).
This title update touches on various items affecting the game, both on the technical and gameplay standpoints.
Fixed an issue where specific Doublecross Invader VO was not playing at activity start.
Fixed an issue where the Crest Spawn VO was not playing for the correct Invader.
Fixed an issue where enemies in Mars: Sabotage could spawn stuck behind a spawn door, blocking encounter progress.
Portal
Fixed an issue in Defiant Battleground: EDZ where players would be killed when running past the Exomida Taken Servitor boss after it had been defeated.
Raids and Dungeons
Fixed an issue in The Desert Perpetual (Epic) where puzzle cubes, while completing the Atlas and Almanac quest, would sometimes spawn inside the environment.
Gameplay and Investment
Weapons
Exotic Weapons
Praxic Blade
Fixed an issue where application of a Masterwork to the Praxic Blade wouldn’t result in the application of a gold masterwork border.
Weapon Fixes
Fixed a display issue where equipping Overclocked Heatsink on the Compact Defender legendary Sidearm was showing a decrease in damage stats.
Player Identity and Expression
Fixed an issue where the Resonant Fury Cloak’s spine was detached from the player model.
Fixed an issue where Trials glows would not be reflected on certain Trials weapons using their Tier 5 ornaments.
General
Fixed an issue where the Dawning Oven was stuck in player’s inventories.
Fixed an issue where the Masterwork: New Weapon Guardian Rank objective wouldn’t progress when upgrading blasters with specific masterwork options or Crossbows with Persistence.
That’s it for this week’s update. Once another one is released, expect it here on MP1st.
Rebellion has released a new game update for Atomfall exclusively for the PS5, and this is to implement a feature the console has been slowly integrating into first-party titles.
It seems even non-Sony published games are getting this feature via a game update as evidenced by today’s Atomfall update download.
Atomfall PS5 Update Adds Power Save Feature via Update 1.023
Over on X, Rebellion confirmed today’s patch is to add the Power Save feature.
Does the game support Power Saver on PS5?
Yes, Atomfall does support Power Saver. You can find more details on what it does and how to enable it below.
What is Power Saver?
Power Saver is a mode allows players to reduce the power consumption by scaling back game performance.
How do I enable Power Saver for Atomfall?
This is a quick and easy process!
Navigate to Settings
Select System
Select Power Saving
Select Power Saver for Games
Select Use Power Saver
Select Atomfall from the list of games
Given Rebellion has slowed down on the game’s updates, don’t expect one anytime soon.
Obsidian is often described as one of Xbox’s most active studios. In 2025 alone, the developer released three major titles. The first was Avowed, a fantasy action RPG set in the world of Pillars of Eternity. Months later, Grounded 2 launched in early access on Xbox Series X|S and PC. Finally, The Outer Worlds 2 arrived at the end of October on PS5, Xbox, PC, and Game Pass, closing a very busy year for the studio.
So how did these games perform commercially? An interview with Obsidian leaders Feargus Urquhart, Josh Sawyer, and Brandon Adler sheds light on the situation, and the picture is not entirely positive.
Obsidian Entertainment has reduced the price of The Outer Worlds 2.
Obsidian Explains Why Avowed and The Outer Worlds 2 Failed to Meet Sales Targets
Both Avowed and The Outer Worlds 2 failed to reach Microsoft’s sales targets, while Grounded 2 met expectations and is considered a success.
“They’re not disasters,” studio head Feargus Urquhart says. “I’m not going to say this was a kick in the teeth. It was more like: ‘That sucks. What are we learning?’”
While releasing three games in a single year may seem impressive, Obsidian now believes it was a mistake. Only Grounded 2 performed as expected, while the other two titles—each developed over more than six years—fell short commercially. As a result, the studio is now rethinking its approach.
“I don’t think anybody really likes five-, six-, seven-year dev cycles. We’ve kind of grown into that,” explained Brandon Adler, director of The Outer Worlds 2.
“Spacing those releases helps the company manage its resources and not burn everybody out. It’s not good to release three games in the same year. It’s the result of things going wrong,” added Josh Sawyer.
Urquhart also revealed that Microsoft expects profit margins of around 30% for some Xbox releases. This helps explain why games like The Outer Worlds 2 also launched on PS5.
Looking ahead, The Outer Worlds 2 will be supported with expansions, as Obsidian is not currently working on a third game and no plans have been shared so far for Avowed 2.
You may remember that after the golden age of classic role-playing games made with BioWare’s Infinity Engine, such as Baldur’s Gate, Planescape: Torment, and Icewind Dale, their developers started moving on to other things.
Behaviour Interactive has released version 9.4.1 for Dead by Daylight today, and this brings a host of fixes and improvements that not only touches on technical issues, but also for characters too.
For console gamers, the download will appear as Dead by Daylight update 3.64/9.400.100, and this should be live on all platforms by the time you read this.
Bandai Namco Entertainment has revealed the next slate of characters set to enter the Tekken 8 roster as part of Season 3! Same as in other fighting games, expect to pony up some real-world dough to experience the new characters.
Environment / Maps
Fixed an issue in the Underground Complex where the Survivor could see through the ventilation ducts: a collision has been added to the fan to prevent the camera from entering it.
Perks
Fixed an issue where Turn Back the Clock could be used while being deactivated after using The Twins or The Knights power as the activation timer expired.
Fixed an issue where Snug prevented The Houndmaster from using Turn Back The Clock while in front of a generator.
Fixed an issue where The Xenomorph could use Turn Back The Clock in tunnels.
Fixed an issue where The Trapper was unable to trigger Bear Traps during Turn Back the Clock.
Fixed an issue where the indicator arrow remained displayed when the Killer used their Killer Power while Turn Back The Clock was active.
Fixed an issue where The Skull Merchant’s radar briefly became invisible when activating Turn Back The Clock.
Fixed an issue where the Cancel prompt was visible during the Turn Back The Clock interaction.
Fixed an issue where the unhooking animation was misaligned when using Shoulder The Burden.
Fixed an issue where generators did not automatically complete when Invocation: Weaving Spiders was applied on a generator nearly completed with the Brand New Part Toolbox add-on.
Fixed an issue where a generator could be permanently blocked by Secret Project.
Fixed an issue where traps from Bada Bada Boom and Chemical Trap became invisible when The Dark Lord changed to Bat Form while the trap was being placed.
Fixed an issue where Extrasensory Perception could be activated while being healed by another Survivor.
Fixed an issue where the Oblivious status effect of Weave Attunement only targeted the first Survivor to trigger the perk.
Fixed an issue where We See You continued to gain tokens when the Survivor was hooked.
Fixed an issue where Built to Last would continue to charge up and reduce the Medkit charge from Change of Plan.
Fixed an issue where Special Killer Items could be swapped to a Medkit with Change of Plan.
Fixed an issue where Survivors were able to swap items outside a locker with Change of Plan after getting grabbed from one by a Killer.
Fixed an issue where the first Skill Check of Merciless Storm was affected by Teamwork: Full Circuit.
Fixed an issue where Hardened did not trigger when The First used a vine attack.
Fixed an issue where aura could remain indefinitely on a survivor who used Bardic Inspiration
Misc
Fixed an issue where blocked generator auras were red instead of white.
We should be getting a major content update soon, and once that’s known, expect it here on MP1st.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of the Theve is releasing this year, and while details are still under wraps, it seems two surprise announcements for the game have just leaked.
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Ubisoft has released a new minor Rainbow Six Siege update today, and this applies a few fixes affecting operators and even the Ubisoft launcher.
For those on consoles, you’ll see this download appear as Rainbow Six Siege update 3.23/1.000.128, and this should be a small download across all platforms.
Bandai Namco Entertainment has revealed the next slate of characters set to enter the Tekken 8 roster as part of Season 3! Same as in other fighting games, expect to pony up some real-world dough to experience the new characters.
Team Jade has unleashed the latest seasonal content drop for Delta Force, and the first one in 2026! Called Morphosis, this new update ushers in a new operator, a new map, gameplay adjustments, new cosmetics and more.
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Bungie has taken the Destiny 2 servers offline on February 3, and this is to deliver a new patch on all platforms. If you’re noticing Destiny 2 down reports surface, don’t fret, as it’ll only be for a few hours.
For the full details on the downtime, read on below.
EA Sports FC 26 version 1.4.2 is now out on all platforms, and this applies various gameplay changes and improvements. Console gamers will see this download appear as EA Sports FC 26 update 1.16/1.000.015, with Switch players getting the title update at a later date.
For the complete details on what got changed, read on for the complete patch notes.
Arrowhead Game Studios has released a major patch for Helldivers 2 on February 3, and this adds a new vehicle, a new premium Warbond, and a lot more.
This brings the game to version 6.0.0, and console gamers will see this as Helldivers 2 update 1.006.001, and this should be a significant download across all platforms.
For the complete info on what got changed, as well as an overview of the new content, read on for the patch notes. There’s also a video from the developers where they break down the contents of today’s update.
Helldivers 2 Major Update 1.006.001 Adds New Content on Feb. 3
Patch Highlights
Bastion Tank: A new tank vehicle is ready to roll over entrenched enemies! The Bastion Tank offers unrivaled firepower and defense on the battlefield. It will require your team to work together to hunt down the enemy! ( 9:00 PM )
Chinese VO has been added to Helldivers 2!
Arm yourself with the latest premium Warbond* Siegebreakers, loaded with a devastating hammer built for close-range persuasion and an upgrade to a Helldivers favorite, the LAS-16 Trident!
March into battle in style with the new War Horse set available in the Superstore on February 10!
With a few exceptions, all victory poses and emotes are now interchangeable
Balancing
General changes overview
Melee weapons and Armor passive with increased melee damage re-balance
Intent is to make the Armor passive that increases melee damage less mandatory but still be useful to make melee weapons more effective.
We increased all the melee weapons damage and decreased the modifiers on the armor passives that increase melee damage.
Total damage with the melee armor passive will be higher or the same as before.
Bandai Namco Entertainment has revealed the next slate of characters set to enter the Tekken 8 roster as part of Season 3! Same as in other fighting games, expect to pony up some real-world dough to experience the new characters.
SMG and Pistol rounds less Sway
The intent is that the increased drag of SMG and Pistol which make it a close combat weapon and less effective at range is the main characteristic of these weapons.
We decreased the Sway modifier to be the same as most other weapons
Unify Weapon function directions inputs
The intent is to make the “weapon function modes” that are similar to be on the same “weapon function direction input”.
This is to make it easier to remember which direction similar types of weapon functions are and also make it so you need to use less “quick weapon functions” inputs.
Weapon function modes that affect Programmable ammo, Ammo types, Volley modes, Safe modes, Guided modes will now be in the left direction.
We have not moved the underbarrel weapon switching option to the left yet, but we are looking into moving it to the left direction so all ammo altering switching is in the left direction even if it is an underbarrel selection that usually is in the down direction.
Difficulty on difficulty 9+
Made changes across all factions to increase the intensity on high difficulties, the biggest change should be noticed on the Automaton front while Terminids and the Illuminate are less affected.
Value changes
Primary weapons
R-2124 Constitution
Increased Bayonet melee damage from 110 to 165
Increased Bayonet melee durable damage from 55 to 83
R-2 Amendment
Increased Bayonet melee damage from 110 to 165
Increased Bayonet melee durable damage from 55 to 83
MP-98 Knight
Decreased sway modifier from 1.2 to 1
SMG-37 Defender
Decreased sway modifier from 1.2 to 1
SMG-72 Pummeler
Decreased sway modifier from 1.2 to 1
M7S SMG
Decreased sway modifier from 1.2 to 1
SG-20 Halt
Move the “ammo type” weapon function from Right to Left weapon function direction
DBS-2 Double Freedom
Move the “Volley/Semi mode” weapon function from Right to Left weapon function direction
Sidearms weapons
P-72 Crisper
Increased magazine capacity from 30 to 50
Decreased sway modifier from 1.2 to 1
P-2 Peacemaker
Decreased sway modifier from 1.2 to 1
LAS-58 Talon
Decreased sway modifier from 1.2 to 1
GP-31 Grenade Pistol
Decreased sway modifier from 1.2 to 1
LAS-7 Dagger
Decreased sway modifier from 1.2 to 1
P-113 Verdict
Decreased sway modifier from 1.2 to 1
M6C/SOCOM Pistol
Decreased sway modifier from 1.2 to 1
PLAS-15 Loyalist
Decreased sway modifier from 1.2 to 1
P-11 Stim Pistol
Decreased sway modifier from 1.2 to 1
SG-22 Bushwhacker
Decreased sway modifier from 1.3 to 1
Move the “Volley/Semi mode” weapon function from Right to Left weapon function direction
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Armor passives
Peak Physique
Decreased melee damage bonus from 100% to 40%
Rock Solid
Decreased melee damage bonus from 100% to 40%
Reinforced Epaulettes
Decreased melee damage bonus from 50% to 20%
Enemies
General
Some enemies have had their damage vs durable rebalanced to adjust for Helldiver vehicles with large health pools. It will not change their effectiveness against normal Helldivers, only their vehicles.
Things like attacks from Bile Titans, Chargers, Crescent Overseers, Overseers, Rocket firing Automatons, Hulk melee attacks, mortars, acid etc have gotten values adjusted. Some of the adjustments only affect certain targets (ie the Bastion). Other adjustments also affect the FRV and Exosuits.
Enemies Aim calculations were not always updated when there were many enemies trying to aim, making Automatons on higher difficulties a bit bad at aiming. They should now attempt to update the aim better considering the data they have before they get another proper aim update. This means that Automatons will aim better even when there are a lot of them without any further cost to performance.
Terminids
Dragon roach
lowered the direct damage from the flame attack by 25%
Automatons
Rocket Raider
Rockets now deals increased damage vs Durable targets
Devastator
Removed durable on arms
Rocket Devastator
Rockets now deals increased damage vs Durable targets
Hulk Bruiser
Rockets now deals increased damage vs Durable targets
Gunship
updated its targeting software and should now be better at hitting their targets
Rockets now deals increased damage vs Durable targets
Illuminate
Overseer
Overseer`s weapon now deals increased damage vs Durable targets
Crescent Overseer
Increased force on artillery attack to stagger the Helldiver
Increased the damage of its direct shot attack
Crescent Overseer`s weapon now deals increased damage vs Durable targets
Resident Evil Requiem is set to release later this month, and with launch getting closer, many fans are wondering whether the game will focus only on Leon S.
Gameplay
Emotes and Victory poses
Emotes and victory poses are now interchangeable. Except for a few exceptions like emotes that require 2 people, the kick and a few others, all the victory poses can now be used as emotes and all emotes can now be used as victory poses
Fixes
Hang Detection
As part of our ongoing war against bugs and instability we have introduced a “hang detection” feature in the PC version. If the game hangs (freezes) for more than 20 seconds then this new feature will crash the game instead of letting it stay hung. This generates a file called a “crash dump” which contains important debugging information for our programmers to diagnose and fix the root cause of the hang.
If you experience a hang, please wait at least 40 seconds before restarting your PC to allow the hang detector to do its job.
If you experience a 20+ second hang followed by a crash: If the crash reporting window shows up then please submit the report as usual.
If the crash reporting window doesn’t show up (it can fail), we humbly request that you share the crash dump file with our player support team (https://arrowhead.zendesk.com/). They will be able to assist you in locating and sharing the crash dump file.
Crash Fixes
Fixed a rare crash caused by weapon customization desynchronization
Fixed a rare crash that would occur when players would access the Galactic Map
Fixed a crash caused by Automatons in Lava Missions
While Kinetci Games doled out some pretty nice post-release content for Phasmophobia last year, the developers aren't done just yet, as the horror game will receive another slate of content in 2026, as it transitions to its 1.
Weapons & Stratagem Fixes
The RS-422 Railgun magazine during reload animation is now visible
When finishing an Eradication mission after the mission time has run out, an over-zealous second Pelican pilot will no longer heroically try to extract our noble Helldivers if another is already en route
AX/FLAM-75 “Guard Dog” Hot Dog has its sound effects fixed
AR/GL-21 One-Two underbarrel explosions sound effects are now fixed
MLS-4X Commando rockets will now target properly, rather than targeting the last place the Helldiver aims at
Fixed an issue where the R-36 Eruptor displayed incorrect zoom levels options when using non-zoomed scope attachments
Fixed a bug where the B-1 Supply Pack would give infinite supplies when dropped
Fixed the visual glitches that appear in the preview section of the Weapon Customization Menu
Helldivers can now reload whilst inside an M-102 Fast Reconnaissance Vehicle
B-1 Supply Pack can no longer be used on Helldivers when their ammo, grenades and stims are full
Fixed bug where story campaign operations would not persist between game sessions
Projectiles from turret stratagems will now also hit their owners
The Ministry of Defense has installed scrubbing chips on the Ground All-Terrain Extraction Rig, preventing accidental lock-on by smart weaponry
RS-422 Railgun now properly displays the clip during the Reload animation if the player reloads the weapon immediately after firing
When cancelling a reload after a new projectile was made visible, but before it was put into the weapon; the weapon would display the new shell in the weapon, even with the weapon empty. The weapons will now correctly display if it is ready to fire or not
Heat based weapons are now displaying overheating properly, in the Weapon Function Menu
Kills with “One True Flag” will now count towards Major Order kills
Fixed the M-1000 Maxigun wind-up sounds which would sometimes not play properly
Player can no longer throw multiple stratagems after entering and exiting emplacements
Grenade launcher shots and explosions from AR/GL-21 One-Two rifle should now be visible when shot by other players
P-92 Warrant
Made the drag and gravity the same on the non-guided projectile as the last patch change for the guided projectile.
Move the “Guided mode/None Guided mode” weapon function from Right to Left weapon function direction
Fixed its crosshair not updating when toggling its weapon function through the new input bindings
Enemies
Enemies have learned how to target better
Fixed spawn rate on Rapid Acquisition missions on difficulty CR7-10. Adjusted spawn points on Rapid Acquisition map
Miscellaneous Fixes
Automaton dropships will now move less erratically when dropping enemies
Fix incorrect camera positioning when transitioning to first person while reloading
Fixed an issue where players could land on Command Bunkers in city missions
Fixed certain items not being interactable inside specific PoIs on Magma planets
Solved terrain height changing when approaching or moving away from a deformed piece of terrain, causing a weird visual effect
Exiting a vehicle now properly inherits the vehicle`s velocity
High-Command has now authorized Commando Operations to be carried out on all Automaton controlled planets. They will frequently be available to choose alongside the regular Peace Keeping Operations going forward
Fix damage inconsistencies between client and host damage. Clients should no longer do less damage than the host
Players no longer get stuck under the bridge during Rapid Acquisition missions
The Helldiver properly follows hand position protocols when activating power stations
Camera correctly points towards the Hellidver during the push-up emote
The battery light will now turn off after its delivery during “Seize Fusion Batteries” objective
Draw! Emote no longer locks melee weapons
Adjusted Automaton scanner glow – they will no longer shine white whilst scanning for Helldivers
The Super Earth Flag is now correctly playing the Super Earth Anthem when using the stratagem during Hive World Missions
The Helldiver now moves their hands away from terminal screens to not block sight to whoever is looking over their shoulder
[Xbox Only] Smoke will no longer display green artifacts on red planets
The Guard Dog series of stratagems have had their names shortened to improve readability. They’re still your loyal companions, but now with shorter, easier to read names.
Optimizations
We improved fog density / visibility between Volumetric Fog Quality settings, making the Lowest and Low settings match
Improved performance of building material found in colonies and cities
Removed the light-source that was attached to the Helldiver, which was used for making dark environments brighter near the player; tweaked and improved playability and visibility in darker environments instead
Fixed an issue that was causing some players to get a “10002026” error during login attempt
Implemented performance improvements affecting explosions and general destruction, primarily surrounding bot factories
This is one of the biggest patches we’ve seen for Helldivers 2, and as such, don’t be surprised to see a follow-up update be released to sort out any issues that might arise.
Team Jade has unleashed the latest seasonal content drop for Delta Force, and the first one in 2026! Called Morphosis, this new update ushers in a new operator, a new map, gameplay adjustments, new cosmetics and more.
One of the last few updates for Battlefield 6 before Season 2 drops is live this February 3. Console gamers will see patch version 1.1.3.6 appear as Battlefield 6 update 1.000.011, and this brings another load of fixes and improvements.
While there’s no new content available today, there are improvements to the player movement, and other technical fixes.
Team Jade has unleashed the latest seasonal content drop for Delta Force, and the first one in 2026! Called Morphosis, this new update ushers in a new operator, a new map, gameplay adjustments, new cosmetics and more.
For the complete details, read on.
Battlefield 6 Updated on February 3 for Fixes and Improvements
Major Updates for 1.1.3.6
Fixed player movement issues, including cases of excessive sprint-jump momentum and unintended movement behaviour. This won’t impact player movement at a large scale and is meant to target those specific edge cases.
Resolved a set of destruction-related visual and lighting issues on Eastwood that could result in lighting artifacts, blackouts, or incorrect colour rendering.
Fixed a handful of UI, audio, and stability issues, including crashes related to challenges, minimap accuracy, unintended gadget audio playback, and platform-specific problems.
CHANGELOG
PLAYER:
Fixed an issue where sprint-jump momentum could behave inconsistently and grant higher or lower momentum than intended.
Updated the Objective Ace and Winter Warning cosmetics to better align with Battlefield’s visual identity.
MAPS & MODES
Fixed an issue on Eastwood where destroying a building near the A flag could cause unintended green or purple visual effects across nearby structures.
Fixed an issue on Eastwood where destroying a building near the B flag could cause a complete lighting blackout across the map.
Fixed an issue on Eastwood where destroying the villa near the B flag could cause excessively bright lighting artifacts to appear.
UI & HUD:
Fixed an issue where downed squadmates were shown on the minimap for classes unable to revive them.
Updated legal text to reflect current policies and requirements.
AUDIO:
Fixed an issue where UAV Drone enemy detection audio could be heard by all teammates instead of only the operator.
PERFORMANCE & STABILITY:
Fixed an issue on PlayStation 5 where ownership validation could fail during system lifecycle events, causing connectivity issues.
Fixed an out-of-memory crash on Xbox Series S that could occur when loading Daily and Weekly Challenges.
Former Activision CEO Bobby Kotick has shared his opinion on the recent performance of Call of Duty titles, as it has fallen far below the company’s expectations.
REDSEC
PLAYER:
Fixed an issue where Battle Royale Initiation matches did not end after eliminating the final AI opponent.
Fixed an issue where parachute deployment could remain linked to the jump leader after breaking off.
Fixed an issue where players could become stuck mid-air during insertion after progressing through the pre-deploy sequence.
UI & HUD:
Fixed an issue where the Second Chance redeploy icon could incorrectly transfer to a living teammate.
Fixed an issue where the Second Chance redeploy timer refreshed each time the map was opened.
Team Jade has unleashed the latest seasonal content drop for Delta Force, and the first one in 2026! Called Morphosis, this new update ushers in a new operator, a new map, gameplay adjustments, new cosmetics and more.
Console gamers should see the download live now, and it appears as Delta Force update 1.037.110. Expect this to be a hefty download, as it ushers in a ton of new content.
Delta Force Season Morphosis Update Version 1.037.110 Patch Notes Detail Everything New
What’s New This Season:
New Support Operator – Vlinder; New Map – Aftershock (Warfare); Space City New Area: Dock (Operations); New Operations Mode: Fiery Owl Hunt; New vehicles, weapons, attachments, ammo, and gear, plus operator, weapon, and map balance adjustments, along with extensive system and gameplay optimizations!
New Operator
New Support Operator: Lina Van der Meer, Code Name: Vlinder
Bio Scan: In Operations, squadmates’ downed and dying timers are extended. When using Med Drones, contact lenses display squadmate silhouettes and their HP status. In Warfare, rescuing squadmates reduces the cooldown of Flutter Rescue UAVs. Flutter Rescue UAVs: Press to start deploying the rescue UAVs, which will automatically dispatch to nearby allies within 55 meters for plasma injection. After the injection is complete, approach to activate the cardiac defibrillator to rescue the ally. During deployment, the UAVs equipped with ADS systems will automatically intercept explosive damage once and refresh periodically. Med Drones: Deploys medical UAVs that lock onto and track squadmates, healing nearby allies with medical dust. The UAV follows its target for a short duration.
Windmill Smoke Grenade: Throws a smoke grenade guided by a gesture-sensing device. Hold the Gadget button to steer its flight path. How to Unlock: Available through the free Season Pass tier.
Operations
Space City 2.0]
● New Dock areas added with additional bridge access routes;
● CEO Office map structure optimized, adding more tactical gameplay space;
● Water areas now accessible, adding more route options;
● Buoyancy Lab optimized, added water level control system, allowing water injection through water level controllers for expanded tactical options;
● Macro Sharks will roam water areas. Entering water while carrying the “Wound” debuff will draw nearby Macro Sharks to you.
[New Boss—Efficiency Director – Hudson (Space City)]
Hudson, a member of Haavk’s radical faction, has airdropped into Space City with the slogan ‘Tomorrow’s Resources, Today’s Reality,’ using aggressive tactics to forcefully seize control in an attempt to fast-track Haavk’s grand project using their developed Dark Matter technology.
Hudson will appear in the Space City Dock area, with his Guard forces patrolling everywhere. Operators, stay sharp!
[Operations New Mode—Fiery Owl Hunt]
Complete prerequisite missions with your squad playing as Saeed and Boss Guard to earn honor rewards and upgradeable exclusive melee weapons.
The moment Saeed released the detonator to destroy the dam, operators witnessed this chieftain’s unwavering devotion to Ahsarah and felt compelled to recruit him. G.T.I. subsequently launched a full-scale investigation and assessment—operators were reborn on Ahsarah’s soil, experiencing firsthand Saeed’s legendary journey from a stealthy village hunter following his nation’s fall, gradually rising to become a regional chieftain, and ultimately emerging as the standard-bearer for Ahsarah’s revival.
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● Session Period:
● Gameplay:
○ In Fiery Owl Hunt mode, choose to play as either Fiery Owl or Guard. After selecting your identity, your appearance and Class Gadgets will switch accordingly. Your performance in operations determines your results and the Fiery Owl Reputation you earn. Accumulate reputation to increase your Fiery Owl Rank and unlock exclusive rewards;
○ Beyond participating in operations, completing weekly missions and challenge missions also grants Fiery Owl Reputation.
● Prerequisite & External Missions:
○ Saeed’s Book: G.T.I.’s intelligence department conducts a comprehensive investigation and assessment of Saeed, establishing phased field missions;
■ Unlocked at Operations Level 33, featuring four mission branches where players must choose and complete three;
■ After completing Saeed’s Book, you’ll unlock the Fiery Owl identity option in Fiery Owl Hunt mode and open the Saeed Challenge in Fiery Owl Challenges;
○ Fiery Owl Challenges: The main missions in this mode include both Fiery Owl Challenges and Guard Challenges. Select the corresponding identity to complete challenges. Experience the hidden past of the Fiery Owl Guard and earn exclusive operator voice lines: “Come on, let’s fight!” and “You’re already in my trap!”;
○ Weekly Hunt: Weekly missions in this mode include Fiery Owl Weekly and Guard Weekly sections. You can select identities and complete the corresponding weekly missions. Weekly missions refresh each week, rewarding substantial Fiery Owl Reputation to help you rapidly climb the Fiery Owl Ranks;
○ Archive: Secret files detailing Saeed and his Fiery Owl Guard. Explore Fiery Owl Hunt mode to unlock these untold stories.
● Gameplay Identity & Abilities:
○ Fiery Owl: Completion of Saeed’s Book is required to unlock the Fiery Owl identity. Entering as Fiery Owl consumes one Fiery Owl File. Fiery Owl can enter solo or squad up with Guards. Fiery Owl has exclusive abilities and gadgets;
○ Guard: Guard includes Flamethrower and Rocketeer. The Guard identity is unlocked by default and doesn’t require Fiery Owl File consumption to enter. Guards can only enter when there’s a Fiery Owl in the squad. Guards have exclusive abilities and gadgets;
○ Fiery Owl Guard Loadouts: Can manually configure loadouts or use Gear Tickets and exclusive Custom Gear Tickets.
○ Each Fiery Owl Guard entry consumes one Fiery Owl File, deducted from the Fiery Owl.
○ Fiery Owl Files can be purchased from the Supply Station for 250,000 Tekniq Alloys each, limited to 10 per week.
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● Available Operations and Difficulty:
○ Normal Operation: Zero Dam, Brakkesh, Space City;
○ Hard Operation: Space City.
● Gameplay Rewards:
○ Entering matches with player Fiery Owls gives you a chance to find exclusive Fiery Owl collectible Fiery Owlets on the map.
○ Taking down player Fiery Owls lets you search for gold Fiery Owl Tokens from their loot. Also drops Fiery Owl Compartment with a chance to obtain the exclusive Fiery Owl collectible Crossbowman Fiery Owlets.
○ Increasing your Fiery Owl Rank grants additional rewards, with exclusive rewards including:
■ First upgradeable Fiery Owl exclusive melee weapon: Executioner.
■ Fiery Owl Helmet and Ballistic Vest crafting access: Both the helmet and ballistic vest offer Level 5 protection and can be crafted once Fiery Owl Hunt reaches the Tyrant stage. Limited to 9 helmets and 9 ballistic vests per week.
■ Fiery Owl exclusive Supply Packs: Opening these gives you a chance to obtain Fiery Owlets, Crossbowman Fiery Owlets, and other collectibles.
■ Fiery Owl and Guard exclusive cosmetic rewards: Exclusive avatars, spray paints, and calling cards for both Fiery Owl and Guard.
■ Fiery Owl and Guard exclusive Gear Tickets.
● Added weapon: FS-12 Shotgun, using 12 Gauge caliber ammo. Can be folded and stowed in your pistol slot. Cannot be folded when equipped with certain attachments.
● Carbon Fiber Scatter Arrow:
○ Level 5 penetration;
○ Splits into three arrows upon firing, each dealing damage;
○ Damage Multiplier: 0.3x;
○ Armor Penetration Multiplier: 0.32x.
● 7.62x39mm BP SUB:
○ Subsonic ammo with Level 4 penetration;
○ Damage Multiplier: 1.05x;
○ Armor Penetration Multiplier: 0.95x;
○ Headshots reduce enemy hearing range and apply noise debuff.
● 7.62x39mm AP SUB:
○ Subsonic ammo with Level 5 penetration;
○ Damage Multiplier: 1.05x;
○ Armor Penetration Multiplier: 0.9x;
○ Headshots reduce enemy hearing range and apply noise debuff.
● .300BLK V SUB:
○ Subsonic ammo with Level 3 penetration;
○ Damage Multiplier: 1.05x;
○ Armor Penetration Multiplier: 0.95x;
○ Headshots reduce enemy hearing range and apply noise debuff.
● .300BLK BCP SUB:
○ Subsonic ammo with Level 4 penetration;
○ Damage Multiplier: 1.05x;
○ Armor Penetration Multiplier: 0.95x;
○ Headshots reduce enemy hearing range and apply noise debuff.
New Gear
● Fiery Owl Heavy Assault Vest:
○ Level 5 protection with 105 durability;
○ Protects chest and abdomen;
○ -10% sprint Stamina consumption;
○ Handling Penalty: 10%;
○ Repair Efficiency: Low; Durability Cost: Medium.
● Fiery Owl Ballistic Mask:
○ Level 5 protection with 75 durability;
○ Face protection only;
○ Hearing range bonus: 40%; Noise Reduction capability: High;
○ ADS Speed: -6%; Movement Speed: -3%;
○ Medium range vision obstruction;
○ Repair Efficiency: Medium; Durability Cost: Low.
New Vehicles & Vehicle Modification System
● Added AAV Armored Amphibious Vehicle: Heavy amphibious transport vehicle that provides powerful fire support for friendly infantry;
Available Primary Weapon: Compound Turret – Coaxial Machine Gun; Available Secondary Weapon: Compound Turret – Grenade Launcher; Available Gear: Smoke Grenade, Thermal Smoke Grenade, Smoke Wall Grenade, Enhanced Repair.
● Added in-battle vehicle modification: Spend points at vehicle supply stations during battle to adjust your vehicle’s weapon configuration in real-time.
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Season Mission System Update
● Season 7 Mission Reset: All your progress on Season 7 missions will be completely reset and cleared. Any Ultimate Safe Box Season Access from previous seasons, along with any Safe Box Trial Cards (used or not), will expire and become invalid;
● Season 8 Mission Update: Season 8 kicks off with a brand-new mission line for operators to challenge.
● S8 Season Mission Achievement Badge
In-Game Combat & Level Improvement
[All Modes]
● Character Perspective & Control Optimizations:
○ All Modes
■ Reduced holster/draw sound range for all firearm and melee weapons to 10 meters;
■ Fixed an issue where players would occasionally clip through walls and die in non-combat zones during rescue operations;
■ Fixed an issue where Sineva’s shield bash sound effects would occasionally go missing;
■ Fixed abnormal lean peek range when swinging melee weapons;
■ Fixed an issue where enemy weapon orientation would occasionally not match their actual facing direction;
■ Fixed an issue where players would move forward abnormally when mantling ended;
○ Operations:
■ Fixed issues where operators or crates couldn’t be dropped on certain terrain when carrying them;
■ Integrated gunfire sounds with HRTF – Object-based binaural audio functionality, improving directional perception of gunshots;
○ Mobile Targeted Optimization:
■ Fixed gyroscope shaking issues;
■ Optimized touchscreen responsiveness and fixed occasional screen jumping issues on first swipe;
■ Optimized Consumable Wheel display and sorting logic;
■ Optimized display accuracy for various optics on mobile;
■ Added Stinger quick rescue and heal function;
■ Trigger buttons now support disabling Claire’s Emergency Evasion Device;
■ Added custom safe zone functionality, optimizing UI and button performance across different device models.
[Operations]
● Zero Dam – Sinkpoint Operation: After the season update, Zero Dam Sinkpoint Operation will be temporarily closed;
● Space City – Normal Now Open: After the season update, Space City – Normal will be permanently available;
● Tide Prison – Normal Now Open: After the season update, Tide Prison – Adaptation will be available;
● Layali Grove – Solo Normal Now Open: After the season update, Layali Grove – Solo Normal will be permanently available, while squad options for this map will be closed.
The Operations map rotation after these adjustments is as follows:
[Warfare]
● Fault: Readjusted vehicle quantities and deployable areas for Attack & Defend and Victory Unite modes;
○ Objective A: Attackers’ F-45A Fighter replaced with one Assault Helicopter, removed LAV-AA at lower troop force levels. Defenders added one LAV-AA, removed F-45A Fighter;
○ Objective B: Attackers added F-45A Fighter, removed Recon Helicopter at lower troop force levels. Defenders added Recon Helicopter and F-45A Fighter, removed FSV Wheeled Tank Destroyer;
○ Objective C: Attackers added F-45A Fighter. Defenders added F-45A Fighter.
● Warfare Vehicle Deploy Cooldown:
○ F-45A Fighter: Attack and Defend and Victory Unite modes: reduced to 100 seconds;
○ Assault Helicopter: Attack and Defend and Victory Unite modes: reduced to 100 seconds;
○ Recon Helicopter: Attack and Defend and Victory Unite modes: reduced to 100 seconds.
[Victory Unite]
● Added feature: Commanders can now use the Tab key to quickly open the Commander panel. In Settings, players can configure whether to swap Tab and M keys for Victory Unite mode, or set this swap when first playing as Commander;
● Optimized Commander gadget activation interactions;
● Added new tactic for attacking Commander: Reform Attack – After activation, the first deployment costs no Troop Force. While active, redeployments occur at regular intervals. Cooldown: 240s;
● Urgent Deployment has been removed from attacking Commander;
● Added waiting time during phase transitions to give Commanders tactical communication space for the next phase;
● Commander Gadget Cost and Cooldown Adjustments:
○ High-Threat Vehicle:
■ Attackers: Cooldown: 240s; Cost: 100 points; Duration: 100s;
■ Defenders: Initial Cooldown: 300s, Subsequent Cooldown: 240s; Cost: 100 points; Duration: 100s;
■ While High-Threat Vehicle is active, marked enemy vehicles will remain visible to all team members.
System Improvement
[All Modes]
● Rename Card: Rename cooldown adjusted to 15 days;
● Gunsmith: Streamlined the steps for using share codes in the Gunsmith loadout interface, added functionality to read copied share codes and quick import;
● Added Player Activity feature: Automatically generates activity based on match records. Can display activity on personal Name Cards and interact with other players through likes;
● Friends system optimization: Added friend pinning functionality and optimized friend sorting;
● Start Game options optimization: After leaving a squad, settings for ranked mode and Squad Fill will now be restored;
● New Achievements:
○ Saeed the Genius: Kill at least 12 operators in a single Fiery Owl Hunt match;
○ Iron Triangle: In any normal/hard operation, all 3 squad members survive and each kills at least 4 operators;
○ Decisive Strike: Score 8,000 points with a single Guided Missile (Grade or Victory Unite matches only).
● Deluxe Collection Preview Room: Added preview room functionality to weapon preview interface in Deluxe Market, allowing you to preview appearance and performance indoors and outdoors;
● Tutorial: Added system gameplay tutorial;
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[Operations]
● Added Stash keycard holder management feature: Quickly search for and equip existing keycards in your Stash;
● Stash interaction: When dragging items, displays a tooltip for items that cannot be carried in the current mode;
● Gear Tickets: To enrich gear combination strategies and enhance gameplay diversity, we’re adjusting various Gear Ticket loadouts. Specific changes are as follows:
○ Season Mission Custom Gear Ticket
■ Option 1: Removed AS Val Assault Rifle; added KC-17 Assault Rifle, SR-25 Marksman Rifle;
■ Option 2: Added ASh-12 Battle Rifle;
○ Spec Ops Gear Ticket
■ Balanced: Removed AS Val Assault Rifle; added ASh-12 Battle Rifle, SR-25 Marksman Rifle;
■ Survival: Added KC-17 Assault Rifle;
■ Firepower: Added MK47 Assault Rifle;
○ Elite Gear Ticket
■ Balanced: Removed AK-12 Assault Rifle, added MCX Assault Rifle;
■ Survival: Removed G3 Battle Rifle, added MP5 Submachine Gun;
■ Firepower: Removed SKS Marksman Rifle, added MK4 Submachine Gun;
○ Standard Gear Ticket
■ Balanced: Added S12K Shotgun;
■ Survival: Added FS-12 Shotgun;
■ Firepower: Removed CI-19 Assault Rifle, SV-98 Sniper Rifle, added SMG-45 Submachine Gun, AK-12 Assault Rifle.
● Black Site Optimization:
○ Merged [Upgrade] and [Produce] tabs into [Upgrade/Produce];
○ Black Site upgrades now support batch submission of required upgrade items;
○ Production interface added [Current Stash Quantity] display.
● Loadout page recommended loadout feature optimization:
○ Custom loadouts expanded from 4 to 5;
○ Removed [Recommended], keeping only [Previous Loadout] and [Custom].
● Gear Repair System Optimization:
○ In-match gear repair durability reduction is now calculated based on actual repair amount, no longer deducted by repair count;
○ Improved repair efficiency when using low-level repair kits on premium gear;
○ Reduced the additional repair efficiency bonus when using premium repair kits (Level 6) on basic gear;
○ Slightly increased Tekniq Alloys required for repairing Level 5 gear outside matches.
● Battle results interface: Added season mission progress display. Accepted missions can now show current match progress during results;
● Strategy Board: Added Fiery Owl Hunt tab. Requires completing prerequisite missions to unlock Fiery Owl. After selecting Fiery Owl Hunt mode, Saeed’s exclusive lobby will be displayed;
● New Collectibles:
○ Red Quality: Star Sensor, Portable Life Support System;
○ Gold Quality: Aerospace Test Data, Neural Device Headset, Electronic Fluorinated Liquid, Battle Plan A, Portable Oxygen Tank, Personal Asthma Inhaler;
○ Blue Quality: Bird Carving, Wristband;
● Added high-value item inspection: Premium Coffee Beans, Military Control Terminal.
[Warfare]
● After completing a battle, the pre-selected operator outside the match becomes the last operator you used in-game.
Weapon Balance Adjustments and Optimizations
[All Modes]
● KC-17 Assault Rifle: Reduced vertical recoil;
● QJB201 Light Machine Gun:
○ Newtype Rapid Gas Block: Removed first two shots spread when ADS firing. Changed to continuous accumulation, reaching maximum spread after 5 consecutive shots—same as current version spread.
[Gameplay Improvement]
● Fixed abnormal magnification display issues with some scope calibrations.
Vehicle Balance Adjustments and Optimizations
● Some maps now feature dynamic water areas. LAV-G1 IFV and LAV-AA gained amphibious functionality. Added performance effects of dynamic water surface buoyancy on amphibious vehicles;
● Vehicle Weapon Optimization:
○ Lock-on weapons added multi-point detection; now they won’t be interrupted by minor obstructions;
○ Lock-on weapons added lock-on progress relay functionality: After enemies leave lock-on range, lock-on progress gradually fades. After LAV-AA fires while locked, if ammo remains, lock-on state persists and can fire directly;
○ Added lock-on signal coordination to GTQ-35 Light Tank: Commander position detection and UAV lock-on signals synchronize with the driver, providing increased lock-on distance and range for Gun-Launched Missiles. Friendly Laser Indicators and Luna’s Volt Arrows also provide lock-on signals;
○ Explosive weapons added splash damage falloff based on distance.
● Vehicle Performance Optimization:
○ Vehicle and vegetation interaction performance optimization: Vegetation around vehicles will be disturbed by blast waves when firing. Blast waves of vehicle area damage from weapon explosions will also cause vegetation disturbance;
○ Vehicle hit performance optimization: Vehicle hulls will physically shake when hit by high-caliber weapons, and bullet holes will remain on hulls after high-caliber weapon hits.
● Vehicle Balance Adjustments:
○ Added vehicle weapon: Anti-Air Radar-Guided Missile, can be equipped on LAV-AA;
○ M1A4 Battle Tank: Increased splash range of close-range explosion for primary weapon Armor-Piercing Shells. When using High-Explosive Shells, increased turret rotation speed and splash range of extreme close-range;
○ LAV-G1 IFV: Increased High-Explosive Shell fire rate and splash range of close-range explosion, reducing its damage to vehicles. Reduced Armor-Piercing Shell fire rate and increased its damage to vehicles. Significantly increased Canister Round reload speed;
○ Assault Boat: Default primary weapon changed to 30mm Autocannon. 30mm Autocannon removed from secondary weapon. Default secondary weapon changed to Wire-Guided Missile;
○ 30mm Autocannon: Fire interval: 0.4s → 0.3s; maximum direct hit damage to infantry: 100 → 90; maximum splash damage reduced from 50 to 40;
○ Coaxial Light Machine Gun: Fire interval: 0.12s → 0.08s; damage falloff: 0.9x/0.85x → 0.6875x/0.625x, damage falloff distance: 55m/80m → 25m/50m;
○ Coaxial Heavy Machine Gun: Limb Damage Multiplier: 0.9x → 1x;
○ TV-Guided Missile: Increased flight distance for missiles in both normal flight and secondary acceleration modes.
Operator Balance Adjustments
[Operator – Hackclaw]
Operations
● Flash Drone: After hitting the first enemy player, Flash Drone will self-destruct after 2 seconds;
● Silent Step: Footstep sound reduction effect: 33% → 10%, crouch movement speed: 30% → 15%, Silent Mode movement speed: 30% → 20%.
[Operator – Gizmo]
Warfare
● Crawler Nest: T.I.M HP: 5 → 20; adjusted incendiary damage to T.I.M, it is now more easily destroyed by incendiary rounds;
Operations
● Crawler Nest: T.I.M slow effect: 20% → 30%;
● Crawler Nest: When actively deployed, T.I.M movement speed: 7 m/s → 5.5 m/s, maximum duration: 10s → 8s.
[Operator – Toxik]
Operations
● Adreno-Boost: Immunity to aiming and movement speed penalties from gear duration: 10s → 15s;
● Blinding Gas: Entering smoke will cause blindness after 0.7 seconds.
Operations:
● Triple Blaster: Removed armor damage, base damage reduced: 50 → 35;
● Motorized Exoskeleton: Knockdown recovery speed increase during overload: 5s to recover 50 HP → 3.3s to recover 50 HP.
[Operator – Uluru]
Both Modes:
● Loitering Munition: Hip fire flight speed significantly increased, trajectory drop after hip fire launch increased.
[Operator – Nox]
Operations:
● When all squadmates are downed or no squadmates present, Silent Assault duration: 25s → 35s, Deep Trauma: Enemy knockdown rescue time extension: 4s → 7s.
[Operator – Tempest]
Both Modes:
● Combat Roll: Time allowed for aiming and firing after rolling reduced by 0.2s;
● Emergency Evasion Device: During active period, Claire’s movement produces more pronounced winch and rope tension sound effects;
Operations:
● Multiple downed self-revive time increase: 2s → 3s.
[Operator – Shepherd]
Warfare:
● Sonic Paralysis: Sonic Drone HP: 10 → 50.
[Operator – Raptor]
Both Modes:
● Silver Wing: Slightly increased the UAV’s maximum turning speed;
Warfare:
● Silver Wing: HP increase: 2 → 50.
Operator Rework—Sineva
● EOD Set:
○ Allows flexible use of shield and weapon while EOD Set is active, but using weapons slightly reduces handling and accuracy;
○ Operations EOD Set fatigue time: 90s after activation → 150s after activation. Fatigue status additionally increases weapon sway and is unable to knock enemies down;
○ Reworked Blast Shield switching animation to accommodate shield-weapon swap mechanics;
○ Improved Blast Shield view port reflection effects; reduced damage to view port from non-operator units; increased view port hitbox;
○ EOD Set Cooldown: 45s → 60s;
○ In Operations, removed fixed damage reduction. Blast Shield now provides 30% explosive and burn damage reduction while reducing armor durability loss by 40%;
○ In Warfare, damage reduction: 50% → 30%;
○ Removed forced shield deployment view restriction when attacked by enemy gadgets; slightly reduced Blast Shield deployment range;
○ Slightly reduced EOD Set shield bash stamina consumption; increased shield bash damage to non-operator units: 50 → 100, reduced shield bash maximum damage to operator units: 20 → 10; improved shield bash resistance, maximum knockdown limit from shield bash reduced from 3 to 2;
● Rear Guard:
○ Increased rear protection shield size; shield now provides larger protection area when positioned behind the operator;
○ When rescuing squadmates, deploys shield in front for protection.
● Grapple Gun:
○ Cooldown Adjustment: 35s → 30s;
○ Grapple gun rework; grapple gun now supports precise multi-point bending, significantly improving traversal for hooked characters;
○ When grapple gun hits enemies, deals continuous 3-second minor slow and abdominal damage effect, reducing enemy maximum HP by 10 points. Damage applies even if the rope is severed;
○ When hit by grapple gun, a button prompt appears; correct input triggers quick melee;
○ Being hit by grapple gun now has more distinctive hit sound effects;
○ Improved visual clarity of grapple gun rope in third-person perspective;
○ Increased reaction time when hit by grapple gun – PC: 0.7s → 0.8s, Mobile: 0.7s → 1s.
This is one hefty patch! Given the scope, don’t be surprised if we see a follow-up hotfix get released.
Capcom has released a surprise update for Resident Evil Village on all platforms, and this is an unannounced title update, so don’t expect anything major from it.
Console gamers will see this download appear as Resident Evil Village update 1.15/1.230 (complete version 1.230.000), and, like the Resident Evil 4 remake patch released today, this doesn’t include any new gameplay content.
To know what Capcom added, read on.
Resident Evil Village Minor Update Released in February 2026
There’s no new game content included in today’s update, as Capcom states, “Resident Evil Village and Resident Evil 4 have just been updated to add LATAM Spanish voice and Polish display text options. Update your game and find them under Options > Language.”
For those who own the game on Switch, this update won’t be available for you, and there’s no explanation why.
While we’re not expecting any new game updates for Resident Evil Village, things could change given we’re inching closer and closer to the release of Resident Evil Requiem. We’ve seen it happen before where developers add a marketing banner or something in-game to promote the latest game in the franchise, and we wouldn’t put it past Capcom to do something like it.
Resident Evil Requiem will be released on the PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC on February 27, so expect a lot more coverage of the game to hit MP1st. With RE Village finshing Ethan’s story, Requiem will feature a different storyline from the Resident Evil universe, and it’ll even feature a new protagonist in Grace Ashcroft.
Out of nowhere, Capcom has released a new game update for Resident Evil 4 remake, and this is a minor patch that adds new languages to the horror game.
Console players will see this download appear as Resident Evil 4 update 1.12/1.500 (complete version 1.500.000), and this is a small download.
At The Game Awards, it was finally officially confirmed that Leon Kennedy will be a protagonist in Resident Evil Requiem.
Given the state of the game, don’t expect this to include any major gameplay changes.
Resident Evil 4 Remake Receives an Update in 2026 to Add More Languages
There’s no new game content included in today’s update, as Capcom states, “Resident Evil Village and Resident Evil 4 have just been updated to add LATAM Spanish voice and Polish display text options. Update your game and find them under Options > Language.”
For those who own the game on Switch, this update won’t be available for you, and there’s no explanation why.
While we’re not expecting any new game updates for Resident Evil 4, things could change given we’re inching closer and closer to the release of Resident Evil Requiem. We’ve seen it happen before where developers add a marketing banner or something in-game to promote the latest game in the franchise, and we wouldn’t put it past Capcom to do something like it.
Fatshark has released the latest patch for Warhammer 40K: Darktide and it’s a minor hotfix that deals with some nagging issues. Called the version 1.10.5 patch, console gamers will see it as Darktide update 1.105.329, and this should be a minor download.
For the list of confirmed fixes, as well as the other pertinent info, read on.
Bandai Namco Entertainment has revealed the next slate of characters set to enter the Tekken 8 roster as part of Season 3! Same as in other fighting games, expect to pony up some real-world dough to experience the new characters.
Warhammer 40K: Darktide Update 1.105.329 Released on February 2
Today’s changelog consists of:
General Bug Fixes
Fixed an issue that caused the item description on some weapons to not display correctl
If that seems like a pretty short changelog, don’t forget, a beefier hotfix was released last week, which contained the following fixes
General Bug Fixes
Several improvements and fixes to stability and network performance.
Improved memory usage to increase performance on lower-end devices.
Fixed a bug where the Mission Board and the Special Assignments would have mismatching ordering on the campaign missions
Fixed an issue that was causing the server to crash when players would step in specific locations in several missions.
Fixed a memory leak when generating player portraits for UI presentations.
Fixed an issue where the second damage instance of multiple-hits Heavy attacks on the Chirurgeon’s Mk IV Bone Saw was not using the correct profile when having the Brittleness coating applied.
Fixed a crash which could happen when another player disconnected just as Rampage! ended.
Fixed an issue that was causing the Stimm Supply to get stuck in the player’s hands after trying to place it.
Fixed crash that could happen if the player leaves missions while particle effects still are active.
Fixed an issue that could happen when a player left the game from the menu causing the slot for another player to join to be locked for a certain amount of time.
Fixed “Well Oiled Killteam” penance not progressing.
Fixed an issue that was causing the last blessing point for the Shredder Autopistol to remain unspent.
Fixed an issue where the Auspex Drill penance wouldn’t track towards completion.
Fixed a lighting issue where the light would turn from dark to very bright.
Fixed an issue where the mission’s fog would disappear completely when using a stealth ability.
Fixed an issue where certain language fonts had issues rendering correctly on the Aquila Purchase screen.
Fixed bug where when using a controller and starting a campaign mission from the Special Assignments view would also start the debrief video.
Reverted an unintended change introduced in 1.10.3 that made weapon specific dodge linger time affect incoming ranged attacks.
Reverted an unintended change that allowed dodge stats from talent trees to also impact incoming ranged damage.
Dragon Quest VII is over 25 years old. In fact, it has already been remade once before, for the 3DS. For this second remake, everything has been rebuilt from the ground up with modern sensibilities in mind.
Launching just a few months after the recent success of Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake, can Square Enix continue mining their older franchises for gold? Read our Dragon Quest VII Reimagined review to see why that seems like as solid a plan as any!
Crisp Environments, Runs on Anything
As with so many other remakes these days, the Unreal Engine was chosen to do the heavy lifting. It does so with ease. Dragon Quest VII Reimagined should run on just about any computer you might have; with minimum specs quoting such ancient parts as a 6th-gen i3 and a GTX 750, almost everyone will be able to enjoy this remake.
The game’s new diorama visuals are charming, with crisp environments, interesting and colorful enemy designs, and a high, consistent frame rate throughout. Some of the overworld sections have a very narrow field of view, resulting in a big chunk of the world out of focus. It kind of reminds me of the overworld of Expedition 33: Clair Obscur, but with doll proportions to the characters, which is obviously intentional.
Dragon Quest VII is very cinematic, and plays a lot of homage to classic RPGs of the era. All cutscenes are fully animated and voiced, and done so quite well in either audio language. Square Enix used actual physical dolls which they scanned into this remake, and the effect is this interesting look where their movement and expressions look and feel like a Pixar movie.
An Epic Score
A full soundtrack accompanies Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, and you know you’re in for a treat from the very first cutscene. A sweeping orchestral soundtrack makes even picking up a basic item sound like an event. While some of the background music can get a tad repetitive after some time, the landscape and scenarios change frequently enough that most songs won’t overstay their welcome.
The original Dragon Quest VII offered over 100 hours of gameplay before you’d seen everything the game had to show you. This time around is no different, but it is easier to stay on-track and only play the main campaign. Having said that, realistically you’ll probably still need to set aside several dozen hours if you plan on at least seeing the credits.
Most of the core of the original Dragon Quest VII has been retained in this remake. One of the largest changes is in how the vocation system works. Vocations are specialized classes, which offer different battle strategies and allowed only certain characters to learn certain skills, such as a Priest learning healing moves, or a Warrior learning more powerful attacking skills. In Reimagined, a new Let Loose command has a chance to activate, seemingly randomly. Once ready, the character who is ready to let loose is surrounded by a blue aura, and they can perform the command whenever it’s their turn during a fight. What exactly the command does depends on what a character’s vocation is. For instance, the Hero’s initial vocation is Fledgling Fisherman, and his Let Loose ability is called Ocean’s Devotion. Its effect is that each ally sees the next attack against them completely neutralized. This can be timed such that everyone can take a chance to heal without taking any damage, or at least lessening it in the event that they are attacked twice in a row.
Experiment; It Won’t Hurt
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined doesn’t explain everything to the player; you are expected to experiment and figure out how things work on your own. Take the aforementioned vocations; the skills learned while one character has it set as theirs are exclusive to that vocation. Characters can expand their available skills by mastering these vocations, which level up using a different XP track as compared to each character’s main level. But to add variety to their skillset, characters can also moonlight as a secondary vocation. As an example, a character with a Pirate vocation has the opportunity to learn the Flying Knee skill, but only if they moonlight as a Martial Artist. This serves as a way to keep skills unique to certain vocations, and also as an incentive which rewards players for combining two vocations that they might not otherwise have considered.
While a lot of Dragon Quest VII has been, well, reimagined, some remnants of the past remain. While the game has background auto-saves that occur each time you enter or exit a location, that doesn’t mean manual saves are out of the question. Saving manually can only be done at certain locations, such as churches in a village or Sacred Statues, just like in the original release. Generally, you won’t lose much progress even if you abruptly quit the game, even if you don’t take advantage of any save spots before venturing forth into a dungeon or new region.
Streamlined Story and Fights
Some other things have been streamlined in Dragon Quest VII Reimagined. Many quests have had some portions removed, which can cut down on the time spent tediously traversing across an island on what are essentially fetch quests. Enemies are also visible in the overworld, and as with most RPGs if you can press the attack button as you approach them, then you’ll begin the battle with an advantage. Once you level up enough, this single hit can take out one or more enemies in a single hit, and you’ll receive the same rewards as if you had bested those enemies in a regular turn-based fight.
For long-term fans of Dragon Quest VII specifically, there are extra scenarios which fill in some backstory of some of the main characters, such as a peek at both the Hero’s and Maribel’s childhoods, a story involving an older Kiefer, and other tweaks done in the interest of a more streamlined experience. The end result is that, provided you stick to the main storyline, it rarely feels like you’re doing busy work when progressing through the adventure.
Pros
Diorama-style visuals are charming
Character visuals are enhanced by their real-world doll roots
Sweeping soundtrack adds to the onscreen drama
Streamlined story helps you progress more quickly than before
Fleshed-out character backstories should please veterans of the original
Verdict
9/10
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined was well worth the wait for fans of the original. Anyone looking for an old-school style RPG updated with some modern sensibilities will also get plenty of mileage in a game this packed full of quests, vocations to master, and even monsters to catch. While the inclusion of DLC in a game that originally had none is an odd sight, not having access to any of it doesn’t detract from what is otherwise a fantastic remake. Saving Estard never looked so good.
Cons
DLC feels odd in a game originally introduced 25 years ago
Classic turn-based gameplay may be too slow paced for some
Paulmichael has been writing in the gaming industry since 2008. Living just outside of Los Angeles, he has been lucky enough to attend numerous gaming events around the world, including the last ten E3 shows (RIP)! A thoughtful reviewer, every game you see scored by PmC has been given careful attention. Paulmichael is also an aviation fan and an avid snowboarder. Favorite games include: No Man's Sky, Gran Turismo 7, skate., CloverPit.
DICE has pushed out the Battlefield 6 preload version 1.000.010, which should be live on consoles as you read this. This is for patch 1.1.3.6, and this brings player movement improvements, technical fixes and more.
While this patch doesn’t contain any new content, it does usher in some much-needed fixes. This is also a better way of handling the game’s bugs than having to wait until the Season 2 patch arrives before fixing issues.
For the complete info, read on. Don’t forget, while we can download the preload data now, the patch itself won’t be available for installation until tomorrow, February 3.
Battlefield 6 Preload 1.000.010 Live on February 2 Ahead of Patch Roll Out
Major Updates for 1.1.3.6
Fixed player movement issues, including cases of excessive sprint-jump momentum and unintended movement behaviour. This won’t impact player movement at a large scale and is meant to target those specific edge cases.
Resolved a set of destruction-related visual and lighting issues on Eastwood that could result in lighting artifacts, blackouts, or incorrect colour rendering.
Fixed a handful of UI, audio, and stability issues, including crashes related to challenges, minimap accuracy, unintended gadget audio playback, and platform-specific problems.
CHANGELOG
PLAYER:
Fixed an issue where sprint-jump momentum could behave inconsistently and grant higher or lower momentum than intended.
Updated the Objective Ace and Winter Warning cosmetics to better align with Battlefield’s visual identity.
MAPS & MODES
Fixed an issue on Eastwood where destroying a building near the A flag could cause unintended green or purple visual effects across nearby structures.
Fixed an issue on Eastwood where destroying a building near the B flag could cause a complete lighting blackout across the map.
Fixed an issue on Eastwood where destroying the villa near the B flag could cause excessively bright lighting artifacts to appear.
UI & HUD:
Fixed an issue where downed squadmates were shown on the minimap for classes unable to revive them.
Updated legal text to reflect current policies and requirements.
AUDIO:
Fixed an issue where UAV Drone enemy detection audio could be heard by all teammates instead of only the operator.
PERFORMANCE & STABILITY:
Fixed an issue on PlayStation 5 where ownership validation could fail during system lifecycle events, causing connectivity issues.
Fixed an out-of-memory crash on Xbox Series S that could occur when loading Daily and Weekly Challenges.
Former Activision CEO Bobby Kotick has shared his opinion on the recent performance of Call of Duty titles, as it has fallen far below the company’s expectations.
REDSEC
PLAYER:
Fixed an issue where Battle Royale Initiation matches did not end after eliminating the final AI opponent.
Fixed an issue where parachute deployment could remain linked to the jump leader after breaking off.
Fixed an issue where players could become stuck mid-air during insertion after progressing through the pre-deploy sequence.
UI & HUD:
Fixed an issue where the Second Chance redeploy icon could incorrectly transfer to a living teammate.
Fixed an issue where the Second Chance redeploy timer refreshed each time the map was opened.
