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Baldur’s Gate, BioWare’s 1998 isometric CRPG set in the Dungeons & Dragons Forgotten Realms, helped revive the RPG genre with its real-time-with-pause combat, deep character customization, and narrative shaped by player choice. Its 2013 Enhanced Edition modernizes the classic with widescreen support, new content, and quality-of-life improvements, keeping it relevant alongside Larian’s acclaimed Baldur’s Gate 3 and currently attracting new players with a steep discount and consistently strong user reviews.

Fan-designed LEGO Ideas project “Portal 2: Test Chamber Creator” has quickly surpassed 2,000 supporters, offering a modular, 1,280-piece homage to Valve’s acclaimed puzzle game with functional test chambers, working mechanisms, and key characters like Chell, Atlas, P-body, and Wheatley. With roughly 540 days left to reach the 10,000-supporter threshold for official LEGO review, the set’s growing momentum suggests strong community demand for an officially licensed Portal 2 kit.

Ayaneo, once celebrated in the retro handheld niche, is facing backlash from early backers who allege months-long delivery delays. At the same time, the same devices appear readily available on third-party marketplaces like AliExpress. As reviewers and customers criticize what they describe as mismanagement, overambitious product announcements, and poor communication, AYANEO defends itself by citing shipping policy changes, scalpers, and logistical issues while insisting Indiegogo orders remain its priority.

We just made it to Las Vegas to bring you all the new tech from CES 2026. So stay tuned for new laptops from Asus (ROG), Lenovo, MSI, Acer, Dell or Alienware, powered by the latest silicon from Intel, AMD and Qualcomm.

Some retailers may soon stop selling Nvidia RTX 50-series GPUs altogether. A German distributor has placed order limits on the RTX 5070 Ti, while the more expensive RTX 5090 becomes scarcer. With inflated memory prices and shortages, GDDR7 VRAM used in graphics cards is harder to obtain.

Awol Vision has announced the Aetherion Max and Aetherion Pro, two ultra-short-throw 4K triple-laser projectors showcased at CES 2026. The new models are positioned for large-screen home cinema and gaming use, with availability expected in 2026.

The Qualcomm-powered Windows ARM PC can squeeze out almost 16 hours of constant WLAN browsing from its paltry 56 Wh battery pack.

Sony’s newly filed “AI ghost” patent imagines real-time, data-trained NPC assistants that can take over controls, track player behavior, and offer personalized coaching through difficult game moments, potentially transforming how players approach challenging content. While the technology promises enhanced accessibility and a more interactive alternative to static tutorials, it has raised concerns about privacy, artistic integrity, and whether algorithmic hand-holding could dilute the satisfaction of overcoming in-game obstacles through trial and error.

The Lili Screen by Lili for Life is a 27-inch, 2,560 x 1,440-pixel monitor that adjusts the display of images on its screen to help reduce mirror images and other visual artifacts, which can prevent dyslexics from reading text easily.

The Oxtak Moneypenny is an AI-powered voice recorder that can provide summaries and transcriptions, as well as answer questions. The ARM Cortex-powered device can use any third-party AI LLM through an API key.

Leakers continue to monitor backchannels for any hint of another GTA 6 delay. Fortunately, one prominent insider expects that Rockstar Games will meet its targeted November release date. The Insider Gaming podcast also offered insight into a potential GTA 6 price and the status of the PC version.

8BitDo has unveiled a new mobile controller for Android and Apple smartphones. The FlipPad connects via USB-C to your device but only supports gaming in portrait mode.

Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake has returned to Steam’s Popular New Releases chart nearly two months after launch, likely driven by discounts and word of mouth, which means there's steady interest in this Square Enix’s faithful revival of early JRPGs.

Large, fast and high-resolution: The UColor 19 Apex is a new monitor that is designed for portability and versatility, making it perfect for both productive applications and gaming.

No Zenfone 13 or ROG Phone 10 in 2026. This is the latest news from Taiwan, where Asus is reportedly finding it increasingly difficult to compete with Chinese and Korean brands. The long-term future of Asus' mobile division remains to be seen.

Coros and Polar are smartwatch manufacturers that also compete with Garmin and Amazfit, and were also quite active in 2025. In addition to new wearables, they also introduced a number of new software features.

Jackery has unveiled the Explorer 1500 Ultra power station capable of providing a continuous output of 1,800W and can be used as an uninterruptible power supply with medical devices. The rugged IP65-rated unit utilizes a 1,536 Wh lithium iron phosphate battery that has a 4,000 charge cycle rating with a 5-year warranty.

Narwal has announced the Flow 2, V50, and U50 vacuum cleaners. The Flow 2 incorporates the latest AI models for intelligent floor cleaning and object avoidance, and adds the ability to remotely video chat with house pets. The V50 is a cordless model, while the U50 is designed to clean and sanitize mattresses.

SmallRig has officially released the S70 wireless microphone globally. The company’s new wireless microphone is designed for content creators and professionals alike. It offers 48 kHz high-fidelity audio, a compact design, 3-level noise cancellation, 9 built-in EQ presets, app-based controls, and 40 hours of long battery life.

Not only the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, but also the Vivo X300 Ultra and the Oppo Find X9 Ultra will compete globally for the top position in the camera flagship ranking in 2026. The latter will feature the only quad camera and some exciting but perhaps also disappointing special features, as the latest leaks from China suggest.

Garmin appears set on expanding the functionality of Garmin Connect, according to hidden code discovered in version 5.20. Users are set to gain an improved and even more detailed view of their health metrics.

Ancient Forge is hosting a special giveaway, and the grand prize is a Steam Deck with a custom Hotel Galactic wrap. There are more prizes available for additional winners, such as game codes and plushies.

Govee has expanded its smart lighting portfolio with two updated devices and one new product with announcements at CES 2026. Availability details will be shared at a later date.

We have examined the best displays in our smartphone tests across various price ranges. Read on to find out which phones received the highest screen ratings for 2025 in the entry-level, mid-range and high-end segments.

Garmin is expected to further expand the functionality of Garmin Connect in the future. Specifically, this will likely enhance and simplify the tracking of one's diet, which will be particularly relevant for individuals who want to lose weight or ensure optimal nutrient intake.

In Indonesia, a very early Samsung teaser for the upcoming Galaxy camera flagship has just been discovered on Instagram, revealing not only the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor in the international model but also the names of the four planned color options. Meanwhile, an eyewitness has confirmed the new and, in his opinion, improved camera design.

Sandfall Interactive claims fan and critic pressure will not shape their next game after the success of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. The studio plans to focus on ideas they personally find cool and continue trusting their creative instincts.

After appearing in leaks and rumors, the iQoo 15 Ultra has now been officially confirmed. The company shared the launch window for the upcoming smartphone and teased that it will deliver high performance.

A compact gaming laptop with OLED and RTX 5070 - what sounds good at first turns out to be a worse overall package compared to the rivals from Asus and Razer, which are also more affordable.

The Wild Darkness is an RPG that plunges you into an unknown world full of danger. Your goal will be to explore it and survive by gathering resources and crafting various tools and weapons. But be careful, because it's a complex game and you'll need to be patient.

The Anker 521 PowerHouse is a very decent portable power station that is well-suited for smaller day-to-day gadgets such as laptops, smartphones, mini fridges, fans, and more. Courtesy of a major discount, the 256 Wh Anker 521 is now available for an all-time low price on Amazon.

The GMKtec Evo-T2 has now been confirmed to arrive at CES 2026, powered by the powerful Core Ultra X9 388H "Panther Lake" processor. The mini PC will be available with up to 128 GB of memory and a powerful iGPU, making it well-suited for local LLMs.

The MS-CF19 is a fresh new single-board computer (SBC) from MSI, aiming to combine relatively powerful Intel Core Ultra 100U and 200U processors with a fanless design for silent operation. A good number of I/O options are present as well, including dual Ethernet ports.

If you want to take great photos with your phone, you don't always have to spend a fortune and buy the latest flagship smartphone. These are the two best mid-range smartphones in our camera rating from 2025.

Cearvol has announced the Wave, Liberté, and Lyra for those with hearing loss. The NeuroFlow AI-powered hearing aids are designed to only amplify speech, not background noise, with designs that fit different lifestyles. Update: Pricing and availability details added.

The Nuclear music player project has released an early build of the next iteration of its all-in-one music sourcing and playing program. While still in its early stages, this update is set to address many of the shortcomings of the popular yet temperamental program.

A new way to play Flappy Bird is here, which is sure to give users of foldables an adrenaline rush. This version of the game requires the player to unfold their foldable, emulating a tap when the screen snaps open. Clearly, setting a new high score in Flappy Bird might just get a whole lot more expensive.

The Lenovo Legion 7i is easily among the most noteworthy mid-range gaming laptops on the market. Packing a powerful 20-core Intel HX CPU and RTX 5060 Laptop graphics, the gaming laptop performs admirably despite its lightweight design and relatively thin chassis. That said, the laptop is not without a few notable flaws.

One of Japan's largest camera retailers has released a surprising list of the ten best-selling cameras of 2025. The top spot doesn't go to Canon, Nikon, Sony or Fujifilm, but rather to Kodak, while compact cameras with large sensors are proving to be exceptionally popular.

The 2025 Steam Awards winners have been announced by Valve. Hollow Knight: Silksong has managed to take home two big awards, while Expedition 33 failed to win GOTY.

PlayStation supporters may not need to panic yet about a belated PS6 debut. Leaker Moore’s Law Is Dead disclosed that Sony doesn’t have to delay its release date for another year. Production of the console’s APU can begin without the memory shortage interrupting manufacturing.

The Snapdragon-powered model features great hardware for the price, but die-hard business users may scoff at the lack of any Smart Card reader options.

The Trump T1 Phone was supposed to be a genuine "Made in America" ​​smartphone. This claim quickly proved to be a lie, and the design and features were also changed after customers had already made a deposit. Now the launch of the potentially fraudulent smartphone has been further delayed.

A wild rumor regarding the upcoming Zeiss camera flagship phone of 2026 is currently circulating on social media and, if it turns out to be true, it would indeed be a major surprise. According to this rumor, the highly anticipated Vivo X300 Ultra might copy a feature from the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, but in a very different way and potentially with better results.

Roguecraft DX, the acclaimed Amiga-born roguelike, is expanding to Game Boy Color, Mega65, and Amiga in early 2026 with platform-tailored ports that retain its tense, 30–40 minute dungeon runs and Lovecraftian, isometric charm. The enhanced edition adds extra levels, new enemies, refined animations, and achievements, while Thalamus Digital prepares both digital releases and collector’s physical editions alongside a planned PC launch on Steam.

A DIY creator has built a Bluetooth-enabled cassette loop recorder that captures Spotify streams to tape in real time, delivering genuinely analog, lo-fi playback with all the saturation and imperfections plugins try to emulate. Despite its retro charm and transparent, stainless-steel design, the project demands advanced skills in soldering, PCB design, and analog troubleshooting, making it better suited to dedicated tinkerers than casual listeners, who may prefer off-the-shelf options like the FiiO CP13.

Images of the new LEGO Sauron set have been leaked, and they could appeal to many fans. But it will be necessary to wait for official information from LEGO in order to avoid any unpleasant surprises.

Hyperkin has announced a limited edition controller with a design reminiscent of the SNES controller. It features Hall Effect thumbsticks and connects via Bluetooth or USB-C to a plethora of devices, including the Nintendo Switch 2.

Despite recent camera trade-offs on its latest flagship, OnePlus may be preparing a notable shift in its camera hardware with the next-gen OnePlus 16. A new leak from a well-known tipster suggests that the upcoming flagship could adopt a 200MP camera sensor.

The MC03 is a new and exciting smartphone designed to protect user privacy, thanks to its special operating system. It utilizes a fast OLED panel and multiple cameras.