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This week's news is so big that calling it "bitesize" feels like a stretch! We dive into the ongoing battle for supremacy between Battlefield and CoD, watch more records fall, and break down the next ‘Xbox Exclusive’ making its way to PS5. Plus, we take a tour with Pokémon, check out the latest League of Legends skin, and get a first look at Kingdom Come 2!

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Battlefield Passes the Test

It looks like Battlefield isn’t backing down just yet, thanks to the launch of the new Battlefield Labs test initiative. Players worldwide will have more influence than ever over the game’s future, with early access to a beta test throughout February. This gives fans the chance to report their findings and help shape the next release later this year. While CoD has been running similar tests for a while, theirs typically last just a couple of weeks—nowhere near the scale Battlefield Studios is aiming for.

Dragon Ball Sales Set Off Sparks

Dragon Ball’s popularity shows no signs of slowing down, with the latest installment—Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero—shattering franchise records by hitting five million sales in record time. A big part of its success comes from Bandai Namco’s push to reach a broader audience by adding more language options. And with ongoing game updates and patches, those numbers could climb even higher.

Xbox No Longer a Forza

Gran Turismo’s biggest rival is gearing up to expand! The team behind the hit racing series Forza has announced that Forza Horizon 5 is coming to PS5. While this move opens the door to a much larger audience, it’s a major blow to Xbox, which previously held the game as an exclusive. PS5 players can get behind the wheel when Forza Horizon 5 launches this spring.

Pokémon Goes on Tour

It’s now confirmed that the Pokémon GO Tour is heading to LA this month, despite the region’s ongoing struggles with wildfires. The announcement has sparked mixed reactions—some see it as a welcome distraction that could bring a bit of positivity to a difficult situation, while others argue that the stadium hosting the event could be put to better use, such as providing shelter for those who have lost their homes.

Skint by Skins

If you're eyeing the new League of Legends Quantum Galaxy Zed skin this month, you might want to start saving—because it could cost you around $250! That price tag has sparked outrage among fans, especially since it’s not even a brand-new skin but an update of one released six years ago. Moves like this only add to gaming’s growing reputation for overpriced cosmetics, and you have to wonder if Riot Games will rethink the price before it officially goes live.

If medieval RPGs are your thing, then Kingdom Come 2 could be for you. It delivers on so many levels. The first offering from Warhouse Studios reached a decent level of success and the sequel could be set to eclipse that and more. The game follows on from the first title but that doesn't mean it won't appeal to new players, as the game gets you up to speed on the story relatively quickly. You can choose to follow the main plot or spend hours completing fun side quests along the way. The scenery is breathtaking and you'll find this one hard to put down.

Here's some reviews worth checking out: 

• Civilization 7 - “A fresh addition to a legendary franchise.”

• Urban Myth Dissolution Center - “This is a game that deserves a huge audience.”

• Spirit Swap: Lofi Beats To Match-3 To - “It’s incredibly vibrant with solid gameplay”

• Civilization 7 (PC, PS5, Switch, Xbox) - February 11

• Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate (PC, PS4 & 5, Switch, Xbox) - February 13

• The Legend of Heroes: Trails Through Daybreak 2 (PC, PS4 & 5, Switch) - February 14