Donkey Crew, in partnership with Snail Games USA, has revealed that their popular medieval open-world survival RPG Bellwright has surpassed 1 million units sold while still on Steam Early Access. It was recently announced that Bellwright will be coming to PlayStation 5 as well as Xbox Series consoles upon hitting its 1.0 launch.
Bellwright is a medieval open-world survival RPG where you can establish and expand your own settlements, liberate the land and assist its villagers, and recruit others to your cause while learning more about a life you had to leave behind. Command your forces, prove your valor through combat, and cement yourself as the hero of your people.
Since its premiere in April 2024, Bellwright has seen numerous content updates, with the biggest being its Maiden Voyage update, adding the new Halmare Isles map, which is roughly 25% the size of the original game! At over 10 square kilometers, this region includes all new story-based quests with multiple progression lines, expanded armor and equipment, new animals and buildings, and introduces a Loyalty & Faction system.
“Achieving this milestone is a clear indication for us that we are on the right track in our development. Seeing all the feedback and players enjoying the game is the best reward for our hard work and it fuels our motivation for improving the game and reaching new heights as we move through Early Access towards 1.0 release.”
Florian “Chadz” Hofreither, Creative Director and Project Lead from Donkey Crew will be available for interviews at GDC 2026, March 9-13 at Booth #1238
Based on the web series by The Unearthly Guy, Angel Engine is available on Steam today for $7.99. Developed by Black Lantern Collective and HMS Studios, and published by NerveLabs, the video game adaptation brings you to the far future of the series, tasked with healing the wounds of increasingly deformed patients while all the equipment you rely on begins to break down.
As an intern with no supervision, you’re left in charge of a remote surgery station in the Babel 2 research facility with little more than video tutorials and the occasional friendly, but unhelpful, check-in from the security officer on night watch. As patients are brought to you on an assembly line, you must quickly assess their wounds, choose the right tools, and succeed in distinct mini-games before their anesthesia wears off.
As if your mysterious subjects weren’t dangerous enough, everything around you is prone to breaking down. In the midst of operations, you’ll need to recalibrate equipment, keep systems from overheating, and replace fuses essential to keeping your tools running and oxygen flowing. Oh, and there’s some holy water in the drawer.
Spring 2026 is here. Let’s be real for a second. The whole aesthetic of streaming and gaming has completely changed. We just aren’t hiding in dark, messy rooms anymore. Cozy gaming, minimalist white battlestations, and carefully curated desk setups are basically the standard now.
But you know what usually ruins that pristine white vibe? A giant, ugly block of black plastic sitting right on top of your monitor. Honestly, finding a webcam that matches a clean, bright setup without sacrificing raw image quality is ridiculously hard. Enter the Razer Kiyo V2. It is now rocking a gorgeous White colorway, alongside the standard Black and a pastel pink Quartz option. But does this $150 piece of hardware actually hold up, or is it just pretty desk jewelry? Let me explain.
The Glow-Up is Real
Razer finally ditched the old ring-light design from the original Kiyo. The V2 sports a brand-new silhouette. It has a sleek, rectangular back attached to a circular lens barrel. It honestly looks like a miniature mirrorless camera lens sitting on your desk. In white, it just looks incredible above my dual monitors. It feels intentional. It feels like a piece of decor.
Oh, and here’s a tiny detail that I am mildly obsessed with. The privacy shutter. It’s built-in. You just twist the notched ring around the outside of the lens, and the shutter snaps over the glass with this incredibly satisfying mechanical click. It’s a very small thing. But feeling that physical barrier click into place gives you absolute peace of mind. No worrying about sketchy software toggles.
The mounting hardware is super flexible, too. It clamps to the monitor with a 360-degree swivel. So, if I need to spin it around to show off my cat doing something goofy on the bed behind me, I can just turn it without unhooking the whole clamp. There is even a standard tripod thread on the bottom.
Into the Dark
Okay, let’s talk about the glass. The Kiyo V2 is packing an 8.3-megapixel Sony STARVIS sensor. If you aren’t familiar with camera jargon, STARVIS was originally built for commercial surveillance cameras. They need to see clearly in near-total darkness. So, what happens when you put that tech into a streaming webcam? You get exceptional low-light performance.
Honestly, I tested this in a room lit entirely by the ambient glow of my monitors. The image remained surprisingly clear. No nasty digital grain. No muddy, flushed skin tones that make you look like a tired ghost. It just works. It also handles high dynamic range beautifully. If you have a bright window right behind your desk, the camera won’t blow out the background into a blinding white glare. It balances the light so your face stays perfectly visible.
The 4K Catch
Now, here is the thing. I have a slight contradiction for you. This is heavily marketed as a premium 4K webcam. But you know what? I honestly keep it set to 1080p most of the time. Let me tell you why.
The Kiyo V2 captures gorgeous 4K video, but it caps out at 30 frames per second at that massive resolution. If you are a high-end gamer streaming buttery smooth 60fps gameplay on Twitch, having your face cam running at a choppy 30fps right next to it looks disjointed. It is super jarring. To get that fluid 60fps motion to match your game, you have to drop the camera’s resolution down to 1080p.
It is a trade-off. If you are recording a sit-down YouTube video or doing a Zoom call for work, 4K at 30fps is fantastic. But for fast-paced live streams, you will probably stick to 1080p. Funny enough, the cheaper $100 Kiyo V2 X can actually push 1440p at 60fps. But it sacrifices the premium STARVIS sensor and the AI software to do it. I’ll take the better sensor over the resolution bump any day.
The Secret Weapon is Actually… Software?
I usually dread installing Razer Synapse. It’s a bit sluggish and usually the weakest link in their ecosystem. So when I saw the “AI” tag on this camera, I assumed Synapse was going to be a hassle to tune.
I was wrong. Now, Synapse is still pretty bare-bones – but, Razer did something incredibly smart here. They partnered with Reincubate and bundled a lifetime license to Camo Studio Pro right in the box. This is a serious piece of enterprise-grade software. It normally costs a hundred bucks on its own!
Camo Studio is the absolute MVP of this whole package. It takes the raw, uncompressed feed from the Kiyo V2 and applies real-time AI auto-framing. Because the camera has a massive 93-degree ultrawide lens, the software can digitally crop in. It artificially pans and tilts to follow you around the room as you move in your chair. It’s exactly like having a tiny, invisible camera operator tracking your movements.
And remember that new face retouching trend? They just added AI Face Retouching to the Camo integration. After a grueling 12-hour stream, nobody looks their best. This feature maps your face and subtly smooths out blemishes. It keeps your natural skin texture, so you don’t look like a blurry plastic mannequin. You can adjust the intensity on a slider. It is just a nice, subtle confidence boost when you are totally exhausted.
A Quick Tangent on the Switch 2
Before I wrap this up, I have to mention a weird little bonus. The Nintendo Switch 2 recently launched. It actually supports external USB webcams for certain games, like the new Super Mario Party.
The wild part? The giant, flagship $400 Razer Kiyo Pro Ultra completely fails to work on the console. It probably draws way too much power. But the regular Kiyo V2? You just plug it right into the dock’s USB-A port with an adapter. It works flawlessly. It’s total plug-and-play. If you are building a fun living room setup for the new Nintendo console, this is a shockingly good accessory to have around.
The Final Verdict
The $150 price bracket is a warzone right now. You’ve got the Insta360 Link 2 and the Elgato Facecam MK.2 fighting in the trenches. The Insta360 has a cool physical gimbal. The Elgato has terrific uncompressed 1080p feeds.
But the Razer Kiyo V2 in White just brings this incredible sense of balance. It gives you a premium optical sensor that totally crushes low-light conditions. It has a sleek, modern design that perfectly accents a minimalist setup. And it packs a ridiculously valuable software bundle that makes managing your stream effortless.
The built-in stereo microphone is fairly average. You will definitely still want a dedicated USB mic for serious streaming. But as a complete visual package? It is a massive win. If you want your stream to look exactly as good as your carefully decorated white aesthetic desk, the Kiyo V2 is absolutely worth the investment – especially with its two new colorways.
Overall Rating 4 out of 5
Pros:
The Sony STARVIS sensor provides clear, natural exposure even in very dark environments
Includes a lifetime license to Camo Studio Pro, which unlocks advanced AI auto-framing and more
Features a built-in, twistable mechanical privacy shutter
Available in Black, White, and Quartz (pink) to match different desk setups
Cons:
4K resolution is capped at 30 FPS
You must use a high-bandwidth USB-C cable to get full 4K performance without warnings
The built-in microphone isn’t clear enough for professional streaming
Aerosoft and Binary Impact in collaboration with Alchemical Works are proud to reveal Forensics: Crime Scene Detective, a forensic investigation simulation developed in close collaboration with the State Criminal Police Office Rhineland-Palatinate (LKA RLP), which will see players in the role of forensic specialists tasked with uncovering the truth behind complex criminal cases. Launching on PC via Steam, and being the first game of its kind on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, Forensics: Crime Scene Detective challenges players to think methodically, analyze evidence with precision, and follow the clues left behind, wherever they may lead, just like the real investigators working at the State Criminal Police Office Rhineland-Palatinate (LKA RLP).
Developed in close collaboration with forensic professionals, Forensics: Crime Scene Detective emphasizes realism, giving players a holistic view into the daily roles of LKA RLP investigators. Cases are inspired by real-world scenarios and require players to think like forensic specialists. Analysing data, validating hypotheses and conducting projectile comparisons provide the evidence required to conclude the case.
The Truth is hidden in the Details:
Players will investigate apartments, bars, basements, and other locations where crimes have occurred or those in connection with a suspect. Using professional forensic equipment, players must secure microscopic traces others overlook: fingerprints on glassware, deleted messages on smartphones, or subtle blood spatters that contradict an official statement.
From the crime scene, the investigation continues in the lab. Evidence is analyzed through DNA profiling, ballistic trajectory reconstruction, and digital device examination. Players must connect data logically, build offender profiles, and determine whether a suspect is incriminated or cleared.
Developed with Real-World Expertise:
Forensics: Crime Scene Detective is based on experience reports from real experts from the LKA RLP (State Criminal Police Office Rhineland-Palatinate) and was developed in close collaboration with the LKA RLP to ensure an authentic portrayal of forensic work. Cases are inspired by real-world scenarios and emphasize realism, logic, and evidence-driven conclusions over scripted outcomes.
Key Features:
Realistic Forensic Gameplay: Use authentic tools such as DNA swabs, fingerprint powder, ballistic tracking equipment, and digital analysis tools
Crime Scene Investigation & Lab Analysis: Carefully search environments for traces, then analyze and connect evidence in the lab
Evidence-Driven Outcomes: Your conclusions can incriminate suspects, exonerate the innocent, or leave cases unresolved
Inspired by Real Cases: Missions are based on real world scenarios and professional forensic methodologies
Your Instincts Matter: You decide which evidence matters, overlooked clues can change everything
IO Interactive, the award-winning developer and publisher behind the globally acclaimed HITMAN franchise, and Amazon MGM today released the second episode of Beyond the Light, the developer diary series offering an inside look at the making of 007 First Light. This latest episode shines a spotlight on the characters of the game and the creative talent bringing them to life, both on-screen and behind the scenes. 007 First Light is a standalone original, re-imagined origin story of James Bond, set to release on May 27, 2026, on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2*, and PC, and is available for pre-order now.
Joining the episode are Martin Emborg, Narrative and Cinematics Director at IO Interactive, and Beatrice Harty, Lead and Senior Character Artist, who offer insight into how story, cinematics, and character creation intersect in 007 First Light. They discuss how narrative intent, performance capture, and character artistry come together to define the tone and authenticity of the experience. From early concept to final in-game performance, the episode explores how the characters of 007 First Light are written, designed, and realized to feel human, expressive, and believable.
The second episode also features key members of the ensemble cast of 007 First Light, including Patrick Gibson (portraying James Bond), Noemie Nakai (portraying Agent Roth), Kiera Lester (portraying Moneypenny), and Alastair McKenzie (portraying Q). They share insight into their roles and how these iconic characters are being reinterpreted for a new Bond origin story. Their performances help ground the experience emotionally, shaping Bond’s early relationships and the world he is stepping into.
The latest major update for Dragonkin: The Banished, available since February 25, has opened the doors to a new gameplay experience with the beta launch of its online co-op mode on PC. Console players will also soon be able to join forces and tackle the main story and endgame content in teams of 2 to 4 players. Dragonkin: The Banished will be available in its 1.0 version on March 16 on PC and March 19 on consoles.
In the online co-op mode, players are invited to form parties of 2 to 4 to explore and fight the draconic threat together. Progression is designed for the group: each player receives their own loot, which can be freely traded with other members.
The City of Montescail, a true social hub capable of hosting numerous players simultaneously, evolves through the contributions of each member. By gaining experience, players advance the city and its services, unlocking upgrades that benefit the entire community. The shared adventure continues into the endgame activities, which are also fully playable with others.
Dragonkin: The Banished offers great flexibility with a local two-player co-op mode on the same screen. It is also possible to combine local and online play, allowing two players in local co-op to form a full party with two other friends over the internet.
In Dragonkin: The Banished, players embody one of four available dragon hunters with the objective of freeing humanity from the invading draconic forces. To meet this challenge, the game offers deep theorycrafting through various character enhancement mechanics, giving enthusiasts endless build possibilities. Players develop their hero’s abilities through a unique skill system called the Ancestral Grid by associating fragments obtained during their adventure. They also benefit from the City of Montescail, a true hub that allows them to implement their strategy thanks to numerous services. Accompanied by their faithful dragonets, they discover an intriguing story as well as an endgame rich in activities and especially epic battles.
Dragonkin: The Banished is already available in Early Access on Steam and will launch on PC the 16th of March and on PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S on the 19th of March 2026.
Today, Dovetail Games and Mattel Inc., a leading global play and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world, announced that the standalone narrative adventure game, Thomas & Friends™: Wonders of Sodor, will launch on March 17.
Wishlist the game now on Steam, Epic Games Store, Microsoft Game Store, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5. A Nintendo Switch version of the game will be available later this year.
Fans can experience the sights, sounds, and wonders of Sodor featuring classic Thomas and his friends as they travel along famous routes and locations.
Realistic Routes: Chug along the iconic routes, including the Main Line, Thomas’ Branch Line, and Knapford Harbour, soaking in the sights of the Island.
Explore the Island with Iconic Characters: Work alongside Thomas, Diesel, Emily, Gordon, and Percy as you explore the island.
Take the Role of the Conductor: Run the island’s train timetable, making sure all the locomotives run from Vicarstown to Knapford smoothly.
Adventure Around Every Corner: Enjoy free roam while exploring the island at your own pace. Try your hand at the Truck Challenge shunting puzzle or become a treasure hunter and unlock achievements to play additional stories. Adventure is out there!
Thomas & Friends™: Wonders of Sodor – Deluxe Edition adds James as a playable character plus four new adventures, giving fans the ultimate Sodor experience. In addition, Dovetail Games is partnering with Maximum Entertainment to deliver physical versions of Thomas & Friends™: Wonders of Sodor – Deluxe Edition for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, coming in 2026.
Pre-orders for physical versions of the game are now open at leading gaming retailers across EMEA, North America, and Australia.
The Inventory social club, which has been closed for renovation since May 2019, is once again open for business — and tonight is Poker Night!
This underground speakeasy was established in 1919 in response to an early version of the 18th Amendment that threatened to outlaw games and amusements in addition to alcohol. Over its one hundred years in business, the enigmatic establishment developed a reputation for its mainstay Texas Hold’em tournaments, affectionately referred to by insiders as “the Citizen Kane of poker games.”
Around the turn of the twenty-first century, the invite-only club became a popular destination for video game characters looking to unwind after hours. Telltale Games‘ 2010 release Poker Night at the Inventory granted entry to the masses by pitting players against four Inventory regulars: Max, the hyperkinetic rabbity-thing of Sam & Max fame; Homestar Runner‘s boxing gloved hero Strong Bad; Penny Arcade‘s sardonic headliner Tycho Brahe; and Team Fortress 2‘s fan-favorite mercenary the Heavy.
Today’s grand reopening coincides with Skunkape Games’ release of a new version of Poker Night at the Inventory that has been thoughtfully remastered by a small team of developers involved in creating the original. The game sells for $9.99 USD on Steam, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch.
ABOUT POKER NIGHT AT THE INVENTORY
This jokey poker game pits iconic characters against the Player (that’s you!) in a high-stakes battle of cards, bets, and trash talk:
Recently Renovated: The Inventory and its guests look better than ever, with a top-to-bottom visual refresh featuring higher resolution models, a more detailed environment, crisper animation, and new lighting.
Now with Even More Fiddly Knobs: In addition to tuning how much table talk you want to hear, you can now change the starting buy-in amount to raise or lower the stakes. The remaster also has optional cinematic motion blur and film grain features to increase the filmic ambiance.
Your Gamepad Works: Poker Night now supports gamepads as well as mouse input, so you can play on your couch or handheld devices.
Actually Follows the Rules of Poker: The team stripped Poker Night’s original poker code down to parts, scraped the gunk away, and rebuilt it better than new. Poker Night at the Inventory now plays a far more accurate game of poker, and your opponents will make more informed decisions that better fit their play style and personality.
Collateral Damage: If it’s your lucky night, one of your opponents might be a little light on cash and throw something personal into the pot instead. If you bust them out, whatever they put up goes in your personal trophy case — and, in the Steam version, into your Team Fortress 2 backpack.
Learn more about what’s new in the Poker Night at the Inventory remaster in this Steam post.
Meridiem is pleased to announce that The Bearer & The Last Flame is now available physically in two editions for PlayStation 5 and digitally for PlayStation 5 and Steam. Developed by Dark Reaper Studio, The Bearer & The Last Flame is an epic action-adventure dark fantasy game, created by a single developer, inspired by classic Soulslike titles that will immerse you in a world ravaged by death.
Meridiem has been responsible for the design and creation of these physical editions: The Bearer & The Last Flame – Standard Edition for PlayStation 5, which includes the PlayStation 5 game, and The Bearer & The Last Flame – The Knight’s Edition, which includes, in addition to the PS5 game, a game guide and a special sleeve.
In the far reaches of the extinct land of men, darkness has ravaged every sign of life. The lost souls of bloodthirsty warriors seek rest in the underworld, where demons of the abyss, the darkest creatures, and soulless sorcerers dwell. Darkness looms over the land, and only faint traces of light remain. There is no solace for life, yet in the high mountains of Selender, a glimmer of hope has emerged.
A living soul has received its charge. Carry the last flame, illuminate the lands of night, and return the fearsome creatures back into the abyss.
Features
Relive the essence of classic Soulslike games: experience strategic combat in a world full of mysteries and a deep story told through the environment and the enigmatic characters you encounter on your journey.
Choose from various characters: forge your destiny in this unforgettable adventure. Select your hero from different characters originating from unique worlds.
Challenging difficulty: master a combat system where every strike matters. Face demanding enemies with mechanics that reward precision, strategy, and constant learning.
Variety of enemies across different environments: confront a vast range of unique creatures, night beasts, demons, and soulless undead, each designed to exploit your weaknesses.
Memorable enemies and bosses: prepare for epic battles against terrifying creatures and colossal guardians. Each encounter is a unique challenge filled with tension and reward.
Choose your fighting style: customize your strategy with an arsenal of over 200 unique weapons. Master melee combat, ranged attacks, or the arcane power of magic.
Explore the vast landscapes of Hyperborea: traverse dungeons, caves, and castles in an epic medieval fantasy adventure.
The German publisher and developer astragon has announced its participation at this year’s PAX East in Boston, USA, taking place from March 26th to 29th. Visitors can look forward to numerous playable demos, including the recently announced Bus Simulator 27.
At the Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center in Boston, six playable demos from the company’s well-known simulation brands will be available at astragon’s booth (#18105).
For the very first time, Bus Simulator 27 will be playable by the public. The latest installment in the Bus Simulator series was only recently revealed with an Announcement Trailer at the IGN Fan Fest in February.
Rangers’ Path: National Park Simulator, on the other hand, is already close to its release. Launching on March 10, the game puts players in the role of a park ranger in Faremont National Park, protecting the wilderness, taking care of the park’s infrastructure and helping visitors. A recently released trailer showcases the gameplay of Rangers’ Path: National Park Simulator.
In Seafarer: The Ship Sim players take control of various ships, like big container ships and complete a range of maritime missions. The ship simulation is already available in Early Access and recently received its second major Content Update.
Also featured are Firefighting Simulator: Ignite and Police Simulator: Patrol Officers. Both simulation titles are already available and have received a wide range of additional content and updates. Storage Hunter Simulator with its entertaining bidding wars on the unknown contents of garages, shipping containers and storage rooms completes the interesting simulation game line-up.
