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FTS: Crystal Dynamics Reveals Two New Legacy of Kain Games Launching March 2026 (PC, Consoles)

CRYSTAL DYNAMICS REVEALS TWO NEW LEGACY OF KAIN VIDEO GAME TITLES LAUNCHING THIS MARCH ON PC & CONSOLES

 The franchise resurgence continues with the return of an action-adventure classic in Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered, launching March 3, and the brand-new 2D action platformer Legacy of Kain: Ascendance, releasing March 31!

SAN MATEO, Calif. – Feb. 12, 2026 – Crystal Dynamics is excited to reveal two new video game titles in the Legacy of Kain franchise! Debuted today at Sony’s State of Play, Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered modernizes the iconic 2003 action-adventure game with new graphic upgrades, modernized controls, and extensive bonus content. Published by Crystal Dynamics and developed by Crystal Dynamics and PlayEveryWare, this definitive edition of the classic adventure launches for PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store on March 3, 2026, and is available to pre-order today. Customers who pre-order will receive Kain and Raziel character skins inspired by the “Shifter” game concept, the inspiration for the entire Soul Reaver saga. (If you know, you know).


Also announced today is Legacy of Kain: Ascendance, a fast-paced 2D action platformer published by Crystal Dynamics and developed by Bit Bot Media in association with FreakZone Games (A Bit Bot Company) that introduces a brand-new gameplay style to the franchise, and features original voice actors reprising their iconic roles: Simon Templeman as Kain, Michael Bell as Raziel, Anna Gunn as Ariel and Richard Doyle as Moebius, plus a soundtrack from hit recording artist Klayton (Celldweller), releasing for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store on March 31, 2026.

Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered is a timeless dark fantasy reborn for a new generation. Return to the dark world of Nosgoth as you take control of both the vampire Kain and his betrayed lieutenant, Raziel, two powerful entities bound by the conflict between fate and free will.

Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered Key Features

  • Two Legendary Protagonists: Play as both Kain and Raziel, each with distinct abilities, combat styles, and perspectives that shape how the story unfolds.
  • Return to Nosgoth’s Dark Fantasy World: Explore ruined cities, ancient temples, and towering strongholds filled with challenging environmental puzzles, enemies, and secrets to discover.
  • New! Updated HD Visuals: Experience Nosgoth like never before with a new camera, as well as upgraded character models, textures, and environments, with the ability to switch between classic and modern presentation on the fly.
  • New! Refined Camera: Play the game with the original fixed camera or a new third-person camera built for modern platforms. 
  • New! Bonus Content: Enjoy a slew of additions including a photo mode, alternate character skins, a comprehensive lore reader, unreleased content and 'lost levels' from the original game.

Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered is available to pre-order today on PC, PlayStation and Xbox, with three editions to choose from:

  • The Standard Edition, which includes the base game and the pre-order exclusive “Defiance Remastered Shifter Skin Pack,” for $24.99.
  • The Deluxe Edition, which includes everything in the Standard Edition, plus a comic book reader (with three classic comics), a demo of the unreleased Legacy of Kain: The Dark Prophecy, and the pre-order exclusive “Defiance Remastered Shifter Skin Pack” for $29.99.
  • The Heart of Darkness Collection, which includes everything in the Deluxe Edition, plus Legacy of Kain: Ascendance, an Ascendance-themed skin pack for Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered, and the pre-order exclusive “Defiance Remastered Shifter Skin Pack, "for $44.99. The Heart of Darkness Collection is available to pre-order on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

A prequel to Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver, Legacy of Kain: Ascendance is a fast-paced, 2D action platformer built around vertical movement, fluid combat, and skill-driven play, with select PS1 era–inspired 3D sequences. Story and narrative are key to the experience, woven directly into gameplay, cutscenes, and world design. Beautifully crafted retro pixel-art gameplay and anime-influenced cinematics bring Nosgoth’s dark fantasy world to life, telling a new story set in a vast world of collapsing kingdoms, haunted ruins, and shattered timelines.

Legacy of Kain: Ascendance Key Features

  • Retro-Inspired 2D Action Platformer: Chain melee strikes, evasive dashes, and supernatural attacks in fluid, vicious combat in this brand-new Legacy of Kain adventure.
  • Throwback 3D Moments: 3D sections inspired by the PS1 era appear at key narrative points, offering story-driven interaction and lore-heavy sequences that reward fans of the Legacy of Kain mythos.
  • Anime-Inspired Cinematics: A bold new animated style debuts for the franchise, enhancing major story beats with anime-inspired visuals.
  • Play as Three Powerful Protagonists: Overwhelm the battlefield with Kain’s vampiric powers. Play Raziel before his fall as a human Sarafan knight, then take flight for the first time in his vampiric form. And discover an aggressive playstyle focused on fast, relentless offense as the vampire Elaleth.
  • Iconic Voice Talent Returns: Legendary Legacy of Kain voice actors Michael Bell (Raziel), Simon Templeman (Kain), Anna Gunn (Ariel), and Richard Doyle (Moebius).
  • Experience an Epic Original Score: Feel the thrill of the action with a powerful original score by award-winning recording artist Klayton (Celldweller/Scandroid).

Legacy of Kain: Ascendance is available to pre-order today exclusively as part of the Heart of Darkness Collection on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Fans can also wishlist on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. 




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FTS: Where Winds Meet 1.3 Version “Spring’s Bliss” Available On February 6th



GUANGZHOU, China – (Feb 4th, 2026) – Everstone Studio today announced that its beloved open-world Wuxia ARPG Where Winds Meet will release the 1.3 Version - “Spring’s Bliss” on February 6th. In this update, the game is introducing a new Sect, a unique mystic skill, World Bosses, the brand new Guild War league, and special Spring Festival events to the Jianghu.


 

New Sect: The Masked Troupe

The all-new Sect “The Masked Troupe” will be available in the game on February 13. The Sect is a deep integration of traditional opera culture and Chinese martial arts, shaping a distinctive combat style where ‘opera’ is the essence and “martial arts” is the foundation. 

 

With movements as graceful as stage performances and footwork that cuts through the wind, The Masked Troupe is known for its skills originating from the singing, acting, and combat of the traditional Chinese opera. They command the battlefield with rhythm and cadence, weaving tales of joy and sorrow through offense and defense, transforming the myriad facets of life on stage into lethal techniques that conceal sharp edges.

 

New Mystic Skill: Contortion

 

In the 1.3 Version, the all-new mystic skill “ Contortion” will be available. Upon casting this skill, players can temporarily shrink their body, making it possible for them to reach previously inaccessible spaces or launch surprise attacks at critical moments to avert crises. Player can explore the application of this new skill in the new Spring Festival activity “Tiny Adventure”.

 

New World Bosses: Drunk Martial Artist and Coffin Master

 

Following the Spring Festival update, the Jianghu will welcome brand-new world boss challenges as the “Drunk Martial Artist” and “Coffin Master” join the vast wilderness. These two bosses embody contrasting styles—one unrestrained and wild, the other sinister and brooding—each testing challengers with unique combat techniques and rhythms. Players may encounter and challenge these formidable foes during wilderness exploration.


 

The All-new Guild War League

 

Following the February 6 update, the all-new Guild War league will debut with a phased competition format, delivering a long-term, continuous competitive experience. Players will begin with placement matches to determine their groups, then advance to the regular season to compete in group-ranking battles. The Guild War offers rich rewards, including Echo Jade, Hero Titles, and more. We invite all players to join, test your strength and tactics, and enjoy the thrill of fighting shoulder to shoulder with your guildmates!




 

Spring Festival Celebration Events Bring Rich Rewards


As lanterns glow and the Jianghu hums with festive energy, Where Winds Meet proudly launches a series of festive activities running February 6 through March 5. The celebration centers on the Spring Festival carnival, bustling street life, and the vivid atmosphere of the season. Players are invited to join friends in the Jianghu to experience the authentic vibe of the Spring Festival, create memories, and share the joy of the new year across the realm. 



Join the Spring Festival Fair series of events now to earn abundant cosmetic and item rewards, and celebrate an extraordinary Chinese New Year gathering in the Jianghu!




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FTS: (ININ) Never-Seen-Before 'R-Type Dimensions III' - A Fully-Reimagined Evolution! (PC/XB/NSW/PS5)

I remember playing Super R-Type on the SNES with my cousins back in Arcadia, Florida. We never actually beat the game — not even close — but that didn’t matter. Super R-Type was one of those “bad ass” experiences we kept coming back to, determined to see just how far we could push ourselves before the game sent us right back to the start of a stage. And if you played it, you know exactly why: unlike the arcade originals, this SNES entry had no mid‑level checkpoints. One mistake and boom — you were restarting the whole level. Brutal, but unforgettable.

What made it even cooler is that Super R-Type wasn’t just a straight port. The SNES never got the original R-Type, but this version took elements of R-Type II, added new stages, and gave the series a fresh identity on Nintendo’s 16‑bit hardware. For us as kids, none of that technical stuff mattered — we just knew it looked awesome, sounded awesome, and kicked our asses in the best way possible.

Fast forward to today, and the R-Type franchise is still going strong. It’s wild to think how long this series has been around, evolving from those punishing SNES afternoons in Arcadia to modern releases that keep the spirit alive. Now ININ Games is stepping up with R-Type Dimensions III, bringing that classic side‑scrolling chaos into a new era. And honestly, the special and collector’s editions they’re putting out are pretty bad ass too.

Check out the full article below — straight from the source. (Cheers Derek!)

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ININ Games Announces R-Type Dimensions III

To release on PlayStation 5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch 1 & 2 & Steam PC


A Spectacular, Fully-Reimagined Evolution of the Legendary Shoot ’Em Up Franchise


Stuttgart, Germany – ININ Games is proud to officially announce R-Type Dimensions III, a major new milestone in one of gaming’s most iconic shoot ’em up series. Developed in close cooperation with Tozai and Irem, the license owner, and the original creator of R-Type, this new project represents one of the most ambitious and significant undertakings in ININ’s history. The game is set to be released on Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox, and PC (Steam).

Building on the legacy of R-Type Dimensions and R-Type Dimensions EX, Dimensions III has been completely re-envisioned with cutting-edge visuals and sounds and expanded gameplay modes to deliver the most definitive modern edition of R-Type’s classic era.


A Landmark Project for ININ Games

As one of ININ’s most extensive projects to date, R-Type Dimensions III emphasizes precision craftsmanship, technical ambition, and deep respect for one of gaming’s most influential arcade properties.


A Complete Modern Rebuild of the Arcade Legend

R-Type Dimensions III brings the intensity, precision, and creative enemy design of the arcade originals to a new generation. Every stage, boss, and projectile pattern has been rebuilt with high-end 3D graphics, enhanced animations, and richly detailed environments, whilst preserving the instantly recognizable atmosphere that defined R-Type’s identity.

The same applies to the original music and sound effects. With an enormous effort, everything has been rebuilt so that Players can switch seamlessly between the original and the new R-Type III at any time, offering both nostalgic authenticity and a striking modern reinterpretation.

“R-Type is a cornerstone of video game history, and working with Tozai to reimagine these classics at this scale has been an extraordinary honor,” said Felix Wagner, Publishing Producer at ININ Games. “Dimensions III is our most ambitious restoration and modernization project yet, created for long-time fans and newcomers discovering R-Type for the first time.”


Key features include:
  • A fully remastered experience with completely reconstructed assets
  • Local co-op, enhanced with new scoring and survival mechanics
  • Advanced mode is accessible from the start
  • Customizable controls and quality-of-life features in the settings
  • 3D Camera settings (normal and crazy) 


Pre-Order Now Live – Special & Collector’s Edition

Alongside today’s announcement, pre-orders for R-Type Dimensions III begin immediately. Fans can secure one of two premium physical editions:

The Special Edition includes the full game, a beautifully crafted artbook showcasing concept art and visual development, as well as the complete new original soundtrack, perfect for players who want to dive deeper into the creative universe of R-Type Dimensions III. This edition will be sold for $59.99.


For devoted R-Type enthusiasts, the ultra-limited Collector’s Edition offers everything from the Special Edition plus a selection of exclusive bonus items. The centerpiece is a highly collectible figurine based on the new cover interpretation. This exclusive edition is priced at $199.99.


More information will be available soon. The game is going to be released in May 2026 worldwide, physical and digital.



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FTS: ESDigital’s “Steel Seed” Launches April 10 on PC, Consoles - Steam Demo Out Now!

 

SCI-FI STEALTH-ACTION ADVENTURE STEEL SEED LAUNCHES APRIL 10 ON PC, PLAYSTATION 5 & XBOX SERIES X|S

Play the new Steam demo now and check out the latest trailer for a deeper look at the dark world of the future

LIMASSOL, Cyprus — March 10, 2025 — Today ESDigital Games and developer Storm in a Teacup are proud to announce the official release date for Steel Seed, out April 10, 2025, on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, as well as PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Check out the game’s new trailer for a glimpse of the sci-fi stealth-action gameplay, parkour and storytelling that await!

Can’t hold on till then? Play Steel Seed’s new Steam demo, available now until the game’s official launch. Explore the game’s introduction, experiencing key mechanics like stealth action, epic battles and more.


Steel Seed is a gripping action-adventure game from the visionary team behind the critically acclaimed Close to the Sun set in a dark sci-fi world where humanity stands on the brink of extinction. Join protagonist Zoe and her flying drone companion KOBY as they investigate the depths of a hostile underground facility in search of answers and the key to mankind’s survival.

“Steel Seed has been an incredible journey and a massive effort for our team,” said Carlo Ivo Alimo Bianchi, CEO & Creative Director of Storm in a Teacup. “We've poured our passion, creativity, and dedication into every detail to bring this world to life. This game is our homage to all the stealth-action players who thrive in the shadows, strategize every move, and embrace the thrill of the challenge. It’s been years in the making, and we can’t wait for you to finally experience it."

Key Features

  • A Deadly, Post-Cataclysmic World: From towering industrial landscapes to eerie biodomes, the world of Steel Seed is as haunting as it is immersive. Explore a hand-crafted world and narrative that challenge the very definition of humanity.
  • A Companion Like No Other: Zoe isn’t alone — her only ally is Koby, a prototype drone that becomes more than just a tool, but a crucial partner, offering guidance and helping to solve puzzles together. Koby is Zoe’s emotional anchor in an otherwise desolate world, creating a formidable duo in the face of any challenge.
  • Stealth, Parkour & Dynamic Combat: Adapt your playstyle with a unique blend of stealth-action gameplay.
  • Stealth & Strategy – Use shadows, distractions, and the environment to evade or take down enemies.
  • Dynamic Combat – Face off against various enemy types and challenging bosses, each with unique abilities.
  • Upgradeable Abilities – Customize Zoe’s playstyle with three distinct skill trees featuring 40 different upgrades.
  • A Thought-Provoking Sci-Fi Adventure: Steel Seed isn’t just about survival — it’s about exploring the fine line between human and machine, trust and control, resilience and despair. With a story revised and edited by BAFTA-winning writer Martin Korda, the game delivers a deep and compelling narrative experience.

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