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Fan-made 8-bit demake *Bit of War* resurrects the original 2005 *God of War* as a free NES-style side-scrolling platformer, turning Kratos’ cinematic Greek odyssey into tight, retro action with pared-back visuals and bite-sized levels. Developed by Holmade Games with Sony’s blessing, it offers an alternate, interview-inspired storyline, straightforward enemy design, and a nostalgic homage to both the franchise and classic 8-bit era.

A nearly complete build of the long‑cancelled Resident Evil Game Boy Color port has resurfaced, offering fans a rare look at HotGen and Fluid Studios’ ambitious attempt to recreate the PlayStation survival horror classic on Nintendo’s handheld. The 98% complete version, showcased by preservation site Games That Weren’t, includes late-game enemies, endings, and most core mechanics, while also shedding light on the project’s mysterious cancellation at Capcom’s behest in 2000.

For Honor is a medieval fighting game in which you will have to face many other players. But that’s not all, because several skills and weapons are to be mastered in order to be the best on the battlefield.

Starlink will be having a couple of new promos coming to those who bought its Mini dish kit. The Mini dish may soon be served by Starlink's cheapest ever satellite Internet plan.

Chinese GPU maker Moore Threads unveiled its "Huagang" architecture at the MUSA Developer Conference, claiming major performance gains for both gaming and AI applications.

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is slated to debut officially in China this week. The camera-focused flagship phone has now surfaced online, with multiple hands-on pictures showing it off in the flesh.

Subnautica is heavily discounted on Steam right now, dropping to its lowest recorded price. This underwater survival classic is still extremely popular, with hundreds of thousands of overwhelmingly positive player reviews and strong critic praise.

Tesla's first car without steering wheel or pedals will be joining the Robotaxi fleet in 2026 and preparations are underway. There have been numerous redesigns to make it more passenger-friendly.

A new leak has now revealed key information on Xiaomi's upcoming mid-range phones, the Poco M8 series. The Poco M8 and Poco M8 Pro are expected to debut next month globally.

Samsung has revealed some details about a new refrigerator powered by AI. The Bespoke AI refrigerator will be powered by Google’s Gemini AI model.

The Lenovo X1 Digital Camera has been formally introduced in China. It comes with a 12 MP Sony CMOS sensor with support for 4K video recording and 18x digital zoom. The pre-launch price is CNY 389, around $55.

GameSir has announced a new mobile controller that is certified to work with iPhones and iPads. The MFi-certified controller is also compatible with Android devices and has an affordable price tag.

For just $50 more, the Dell 16 Plus offers significantly faster graphics and NPU performance than the HP without requiring additional power.

Epic Games Store will unveil the fifth mystery free game soon. Although the storefront didn't offer any obvious hints, some fans are speculating that this freebie could be either an indie title or an AAA game.

The Aviot TE‑Q3R earbuds have debuted as the company’s smallest IPX4-rated true‑wireless model, offering LDAC Hi‑Res Audio support, hybrid active noise cancellation, and 360‑degree spatial sound, with up to 11.5 hours of playback between charges.

The K-100 is a 3D printer that supposedly plays in a completely different league than typical 3D printers and should therefore be suitable for the production of high-quality components. The actual printing technology is hardly comparable to that of widespread 3D printers that use filament or resin.

Physical disc owners have more reason to avoid the digital gaming age. Complaints continue about hackers compromising Microsoft accounts filled with Xbox games. Even if gamers can prove their identities, they may need to start from scratch and repurchase every title.

According to a statement issued by the Indie Game Awards, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has been stripped of both awards it won. This decision came after producer François Meurisse confirmed the use of generative AI in the game’s development.

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra will apparently cost more than the Xiaomi 15 Ultra. Xiaomi President Lu Weibing explicitly confirmed this price hike in a Q&A session that revolved around the upcoming Leica camera flagship phone. The handset will feature an optical zoom camera and a particularly fast 1-inch main camera, as seen on an official camera sample.

Anbernic has now launched its latest 4:3 vertical gaming handheld. Offered for under $200 in two colour options, the Anbernic RG477V also features a 120 Hz display with a powerful MediaTek chipset and up to 12 GB of RAM.

There are few 45-inch ultrawide rivals that match the 4K+ resolution of this LG OLED monitor. It also converts to a 2560x1080 display when a 330Hz refresh rate is preferable. Discounted by 32% at Amazon, the curved LG45GX950A-B now takes the place of multiple screens at a much lower price.

Monster Hunter Wilds received the first of three planned PC performance patches this week, and it's a lot more playable—but a Digital Foundry analysis reveals some shockingly poor texture quality in select areas, even at high settings. Medium textures have improved across-the-board, though.

Dynabook has launched a new Copilot+ laptop that ditches Intel for a Qualcomm processor. The new XD5 is a 14-inch notebook with a Snapdragon X Plus processor and Dynabook's famous user-replaceable battery.

Clean water is arguably one of the most meaningful upgrades for all households, which is why Waterdrop Filter’s latest filtration systems combine advanced purification, everyday convenience and long-term health benefits. From under-sink solutions to flexible countertop designs, these products are thoughtful gift choices for this Christmas season.

The fourth Epic Games Store mystery free game is now live, and it happens to be a decent one. To be specific, it's Blood West, a well-rated stealth FPS title from 2023. This freebie will remain active for just 24 hours.

One of the wildest rumors surrounding the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has apparently been confirmed shortly before its official launch in China. Screenshots of the camera app circulating online point to a proper continuous zoom with variable focal length based on a 200MP sensor, but there are also drawbacks to this solution.

Xiaomi’s Christmas surprise will apparently pack a fairly large battery into a chassis that is just 0.31 inches thick and will be available in a total of four different color options. A leaker has now listed some specs of what is likely the most exciting Leica camera flagship phone in years.

The US is preparing to build an alternative to the aging International Space Station by 2030, while SpaceX wants to launch 15,000 DTC satellites in total. Any number of things could go wrong, as a recent incident shows.

LG Display is gearing up to light up CES with more Tandem WOLED panel sizes. Previously limited to 27-inch 280 Hz and 540 Hz options, the OLED panel maker has begun teasing additional sizes and resolutions, including a 39-inch 5K ultrawide and what appears to be a 4K panel.

ModRetro recently unveiled a new version of their Chromatic retro handheld partially made with the same materials used in military drones made by Anduril, a weapons manufacturer. The CEO of ModRetro, Palmer Luckey, also owns Anduril. The new console has caused quite a stir in the retro community because of its ties to weapons manufacturing.

RAM shortages and rising prices have become a growing issue over the past few months, largely driven by increased demand from AI model training and data centers. And this problem is no longer limited to consumers, as it is now beginning to affect game development as well.

Using IXPE (Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer), astronomers have answered a long-standing question — Where do the X-rays in a supermassive black hole’s jet come from? To do this, IXPE had to observe a galaxy cluster for more than 600 hours over a 60-day period.

Against the Storm blends base-building strategy with roguelike elements in a bold concept that players have widely embraced. With the Steam Winter Sale now underway, the game is discounted by 70% for the first time, reducing its price to about $9.

Nex Playground has quietly become the No. 2 game console in the U.S., outpacing PS5 unit sales during the Black Friday run-up, by emphasizing low-cost, controller-free, camera-based gameplay over cutting-edge graphics. In an interview, CEO David Lee says the PS3-level hardware and sub-$250 price point are deliberate trade-offs that position the cube-shaped console as a budget-friendly, family-focused alternative to traditional high-fidelity systems.

A US lawsuit alleges that OpenAI and Microsoft used ChatGPT in a manner that exacerbated a perpetrator’s psychosis, indirectly contributing to a fatal crime. The case’s outcome could play a crucial role in shaping how AI companies are held accountable in comparable situations.

A photographer managed to capture two rare phenomena in the sky last month. And while this may be a first, scientists could use this image to study them, as they are still very mysterious.

100% Orange Juice is now free to keep on Steam for a limited time. The long-running anime board game has cards, dice, and online multiplayer, and holds a "Very Positive" rating, making it a great time to add it to your library before Dec 22. Plus, the game is Steam Deck verified.

Office tasks, content creation, CAD, image editing or gaming - the ThinkBook 16p G6 is a jack of all trades and not only interesting for business customers. If you are looking for a large multimedia laptop, the new ThinkBook 16p G6 should definitely be on your short list.

Mangmi has chosen to provide details of its upcoming handheld, the Pocket Max, in bits. Following a reveal of the design and display specifications, it has now provided images that show the Pocket Max in two new colors.

GMKtec has launched the NucBox K15 in the global market. It's an affordable mini PC that's powered by the Intel Core Ultra 5 125U, and with OCuLink and USB4 ports, the system brings proper eGPU support. The starting launch price is $359.99.

Humble Bundle has added a new game bundle, and it's holiday-themed. The collection has a total of nine titles that are published by Outright Games. All of them are playable on the Steam Deck, and they can be scored for just $15.

Humble Bundle has added a new game bundle to its current collection — the Games Under 5 Hours bundle. This bundle is packed with 10 games, all of which are compatible with Steam Deck, except for The Forest Quartet.

PBKreviews gave the OnePlus 15R a repairability score of 8.5 out of 10 thanks to its smart design choices like common screws and modular parts. However, the display replacement process remains complex due to buried components.

Epic Games has confirmed that Fortnite will remain blocked on iOS in Japan, accusing Apple of defying the country’s new Mobile Software Competition Act despite formally allowing third-party app stores. CEO Tim Sweeney alleges Apple is preserving its dominance through high “junk fees,” strict reporting requirements, and alarming security prompts, while Apple defends its policies as necessary for user privacy, safety, and platform maintenance.

Released in 2022, the Steam Deck LCD quickly attracted a devoted following. Those fans are bemoaning the news that Valve will soon retire its cheapest gaming handheld. The Steam Deck OLED ships with improved specs, but has a price that’s on par with the ROG Xbox Ally and Legion Go S.

If the Final Fantasy 7 Remake demo is any indication, the Switch 2 game will impress fans. Even at lower resolutions, DLSS bridges the gap between the handheld and more powerful consoles. Image clarity is closer to the PS5 and Xbox Series X than expected, while looking crisper than the Series S.

Valheim, an open-world survival and crafting game set in a world inspired by Viking mythology, has once again dropped to a record-low price of just $9.99 during the Steam Winter Sale, making it a great time to check out one of the highest-rated games in the open-world survival-craft genre's history.

Fans have created an HTML5 browser port of Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, playable with touch, mouse & KB, or gamepad. The title is available as a free demo up to the first story checkpoint, but as a form of piracy prevention, requires the player to upload original, checksum-verified game files to continue. Update: A factual mistake fixed.

The OmniBook 5 16 keeps it simple with few fancy features and extras while maintaining respectable basics and build quality for more attractive starting prices.

Larian Studios CEO Swen Vincke has sparked backlash after defending the studio’s limited use of generative AI in the early development of its new Divinity game, prompting criticism from former employees who dispute his claims of internal consensus. The controversy underscores wider industry tensions over AI’s role in creative work, as fans and developers question its impact on jobs, artistic integrity, and innovation in big-budget games.