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The PlayStation 5 Pro is less than two weeks from launch (image source: Dealabs)

PlayStation 5 Pro rumoured to arrive on September 9 with a $100 price increase

A new (albeit sketchy) leak says Sony could announce the PlayStation 5 Pro via a blog post in the coming days. Like the base console, it will arrive with or without a disk drive, with a $100 price increase on both models over its ...

Anil Ganti, 30 Aug 2024 05:27

The PS5 Pro devkit has 2TB of storage and uses the same power connector as the base model, giving hope that it will run just as cool and quiet. (Image source: PlayStation)

PlayStation 5 Pro could have 2 TB of storage and should run quietly and cool

The Broken Silicon podcasts got their hands on the PS5 Pro devkit, which is said to have 2TB of storage and use the same power connector as the base model. This gives us hope that the PlayStation 5 Pro will run just as quietly and...

Marius Müller, 29 Aug 2024 13:52

PS5 Pro dev kits are rumoured to resemble their predecessors, pictured, although the final console is not expected to look like its dev kit counterpart. (Image source: eBay)

Leaker reveals alleged PlayStation 5 Pro design and highlights differences from existing Sony game consoles

According to reports, Sony is less than a month away from officially presenting the PlayStation 5 Pro (PS5 Pro). In the meantime, a reliable leaker has shared a first look at the PS5 Pro's design, in which a few differences from t...

Alex Alderson, 29 Aug 2024 13:18

Diavlo IV Vessel of Hatred is already up for pre-order (Image source: Blizzard)

Customizable weapons and loadouts coming to Diablo IV in October

As a direct consequence of the multiple requests coming from the game's fans, Diablo IV will get customizable loadouts and waypoints starting with the Vessel of Hatred expansion. The launch is set for October 8, and only setting f...

Codrut Nistor, 29 Aug 2024 11:46

Quidditch Champions and two more games will be available for free for PS Plus Essentials subcribers (Image source: Warner Bros.)

Free PlayStation Plus games for September 2024 revealed by Sony

Sony has officially unveiled its free PS Plus games for September 2024, which all PlayStation Plus customers can add to their game library and play as long as their Essentials subscription stays active.

Enrico Frahn, 28 Aug 2024 20:56

Foamstars will ditch its $29.99 purchase price on October 4, 2024. (Image source: Square Enix - edited)

Embattled arena shooter Foamstars goes free-to-play after haemorrhaging players following February release

After a massive launch followed by AI-fuelled controversy and dwindling player counts, Foamstars will go free-to-play in October 2024. The 4v4 arena shooter will also drop the PlayStation Plus account requirement for online play. ...

Julian van der Merwe, 27 Aug 2024 20:57

You can now play Bloodborne on the Steam Deck (image source: Deck Wizard on YouTube)

Bloodborne successfully run on Steam Deck by YouTuber

A YouTuber has managed to run Bloodborne on the Steam Deck via an emulator. While the build is far from playable, that should change in the coming weeks once modders and ShadPS4 developers come up with a better version.

Anil Ganti, 26 Aug 2024 05:20

We could see a new handheld console from Sony in the near future (image source: Sony)

Industry insider says Sony is 'paying close attention' to handheld consoles

Tom Henderson, the person who leaked the PlayStation Portal and PlayStation 5 Pro, says Sony's interest in handheld consoles has been reignited thanks to stellar Portal sales. This suggests a successor could be lined up before the...

Anil Ganti, 26 Aug 2024 03:55

Sony PS5 Pro could be announced next month (Image source: Sony - edited)

Insider claims PlayStation 5 Pro launch is imminent

The world's largest gaming event, Gamescom, will end soon, and developers who attended the show have reportedly spilled some beans on the PS5 Pro. An Italian website journalist claims to have talked with a developer who claimed th...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 25 Aug 2024 14:23

Black Myth: Wukong for Xbox consoles is in progress (Image source: Black Myth: Wukong)

Black Myth: Wukong might come to Xbox soon, Microsoft issues statement

Black Myth: Wukong, the much-awaited AAA action ARPG, will be coming to Xbox consoles very soon. Microsoft said that optimization for the same was underway.

Nitisha Upadhye, 25 Aug 2024 12:13

Gran Turismo 4 - North American retail box (Image source: Amazon)

Gran Turismo 4 named the best-rated video game of the 2000s

According to a study conducted by 1337 Games, no less than 86.1% of reviews of the game crowned Gran Turismo 4 as the best video game of the 2000s. The second place went to Madden NFL 08, with 80.4% perfect scores, followed by Bal...

Codrut Nistor, 23 Aug 2024 21:28

Nintendo extends PlayVS e-sports partnership to develop competitive gamers at middle and high schools. (Image source: PlayVS)

Nintendo continues working with PlayVS to help middle and high school students become competitive video gamers

Nintendo has extended its PlayVS e-sports partnership to develop competitive gamers by providing free Nintendo Switch consoles and games to needy middle and high schools. The three-year effort to establish competitive gaming teams...

David Chien, 23 Aug 2024 06:49

Microsoft unveils new Xbox Series X variants with new storage and design options (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft launches new Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S variants

Microsoft has expanded its Xbox Series X lineup with a new high-capacity 2TB "Galaxy Black" model. In addition, the company is introducing new 1TB variants of the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S consoles, providing gamers with mor...

Nathan Ali, 21 Aug 2024 21:53

The WD_Black SN850P is now available with 8 TB of storage. (Image source: Western Digital)

WD_Black SN850P SSD expands Sony PlayStation 5 storage by 8 TB

Since individual PS5 games can take up over 200 GB of memory, the PlayStation 5's 825 GB SSD only offers space for three games in the worst-case scenario. Western Digital now offers a way to expand the console's memory by 8 TB, bu...

Hannes Brecher, 21 Aug 2024 10:41

Bloodborne could properly run on PC soon via emulation (image source @shadps4 on X)

Bloodborne PC emulation achieves major milestone

Developers of the ShadPS4 PlayStation 4 emulator have successfully booted up Bloodborne on PC. However, the game is far from playable and will require further refinements before it becomes playable.

Anil Ganti, 19 Aug 2024 21:24

Ibrahim Al-Nasser had to use multiple KVM switches to connect 444 consoles to one TV (Image source: Guinness World Records)

Gamer sets Guinness World Record by connecting 444 game consoles to one TV

A Saudi console collector has set a new Guinness World Record by hooking up 444 video game consoles to one TV. Ibrahim Al-Nasser's collection includes gaming systems from 1972 to now, and to quickly switch between the machines, he...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 19 Aug 2024 14:35

Star Wars Outlaws game art (Image source: Ubisoft)

Star Wars Outlaws gets a new trailer and it looks great

Alongside the Galaxy Teaser, Ubisoft has also released an official PC gameplay trailer, which should appease at least some of those who bashed the 10-minute gameplay clip that was released roughly one month ago. The system require...

Codrut Nistor, 19 Aug 2024 11:53

With a 60W charger, the Switch 2 could offer a fast-charging function. (Image source: Nintendo)

New Switch 2 rumors point to 60W charger and confirm cooler in the docking station

According to leaked delivery data, the Nintendo Switch successor is to receive a 60-watt charger. The existing rumors about a fan in the docking station are confirmed by the latest information.

Marius Müller, 10 Aug 2024 12:07

It looks like the Nintendo Switch 2 will use a lot more power than the original Switch. (Image source: Nintendo)

Leaked Nintendo Switch 2 documents reinforce performance leap rumors as power and cooling requirements skyrocket

A recent Nintendo Switch 2 leak claimed Steam Deck-like performance from the upcoming handheld gaming console, and now, a new shipping manifest seems to reinforce that information. The supposed leaked documentation indicates that ...

Julian van der Merwe, 10 Aug 2024 02:46

ETA Prime's Steam Deck mini PC is very bare-bones but has better acoustics and thermals than the standard Steam Deck thanks to an open case and more heat sinks. (Image source: ETA Prime on YouTube - edited)

Broken Steam Deck becomes dirt-cheap mini PC in creative DIY project

ETA Prime on YouTube has recently demonstrated how to turn a broken Steam Deck into a fully functional mini PC on the cheap. You don't even need in-depth knowledge or specialised tools to accomplish the task, and the parts-bin Ste...

Julian van der Merwe, 09 Aug 2024 21:26

Paul Gale runs the Paul Gale Network and is considered a reliable source of information in the gaming community. (Image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo Switch 2 to launch with major third-party AAA ports

While the Nintendo Switch lacks major third-party titles, fans can hope to play AAA games such as Halo Infinite or Cyberpunk 2077 on the Switch successor, according to recent rumors.

Marius Müller, 09 Aug 2024 17:17

God of War Ragnarok can run on just about any modern-day PC (image source: Sony)

God of War Ragnarok PC system requirements confirmed ahead of September 19 launch

Sony has revealed the PC system requirements for God of War Ragnarok. Unlike many modern-day AAA titles, they're fairly relaxed and the game can easily run on even a five-year-old PC.

Anil Ganti, 08 Aug 2024 20:07

Nintendo Switch 2 could be on par with Steam Deck (Image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo Switch 2 will reportedly perform as well as Steam Deck, but its software may hold it back

In the latest episode of the Broken Silicon podcast by Moore's Law Is Dead, Matthew Cassells from Alderon Games shared some insights on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Matthew says that the gaming handheld could be on par with Ste...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 08 Aug 2024 19:50

The Xbox Series X successor is currently expected to be released at the end of 2026. (Image source: YouTube / Jez C)

New Xbox rumored to get a handheld add-on and forgo paid multiplayer services

As Jez Corden announced in the Xbox Two podcast, the new Xbox will not be a hybrid console, but a standalone device with a separate handheld add-on. The Microsoft insider also predicts that online gaming on the new Xbox will be fr...

Marius Müller, 08 Aug 2024 14:00

Valve SteamOS on the Ayaneo Next Lite portable gaming console (Image source: Ayaneo)

Valve SteamOS 3.6.9 Beta comes with support for more controllers and various fixes

Available for the Steam Deck Beta and Preview channels, SteamOS 3.6.9 Beta sports a rather long list of minor changes, including a faster cold boot alongside fixes for several external display-related issues and corrupted sound ou...

Codrut Nistor, 08 Aug 2024 10:14

The DualSense Wireless Controller - Concord Limited Edition is available to pre-order in the US. (Image source: PlayStation - edited)

Limited edition Concord DualSense controller announced ahead of game's release

PlayStation is taking pre-orders for a new limited edition DualSense Wireless Controller based on Concord, a new 5v5 shooter game coming to the PlayStation 5 later this month. While reviews of the game are mixed, the controller, o...

Habeeb Onawole, 04 Aug 2024 18:09

You'll need a powerful PC to play Star Wars Outlaws (image source: Ubisoft)

Star Wars Outlaws PC system requirements confirmed by Ubisoft

Ubisoft has revealed system requirements for Star Wars Outlaws. To play the game at 4K 60 FPS, you'll need a Ryzen 7 5800X3D/Core i7-12700K and a GeForce RTX 4080/Radeon RX 7900 XTX and run the game with an AI upscaler of your cho...

Anil Ganti, 02 Aug 2024 14:36

Sony has revealed August 2024's PlayStation Plus game lineup (image source: Sony)

PlayStation Plus games for August 2024 include one Star Wars game, a survival horror title and a side scroller action RPG

PlayStation Plus subscribers will get access to three new games in August 2024. They include LEGO Star Wars The Skywalker Saga, Five Nights at Freddy's Security Breach, and Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights.

Anil Ganti, 31 Jul 2024 21:11

The Xbox Wireless Controller - Sky Ciper Special Edition, has a see-through top. (Image source: Xbox)

Microsoft's new Xbox Controller is blue, translucent, and available to buy

Another day, another Xbox Wireless Controller. The Xbox Wireless Controller Sky Cipher Special Edition has a see-through case and is available to pre-order.

Habeeb Onawole, 31 Jul 2024 18:01

The Steam Deck can soon be run at a higher resolution than the default 800p (image source: Notebookcheck)

Steam Deck to get native 1200p screen support via an upcoming patch

A future SteamOS update could let you run your Steam Deck at 1200p. This will greatly help users who bought the DeckHD, a third-party screen replacement for the console.

Anil Ganti, 30 Jul 2024 19:53

The Astro Bot Limited Edition controller features Astro's eyes on the touchpad. (Image source: PlayStation on X/Twitter)

Sony PlayStation reveals Astro Bot Limited Edition DualSense controller, priced at $79.99

Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced a limited edition DualSense wireless controller. The controller, designed to complement the upcoming Astro Bot game, will be available for pre-order starting August 9th, priced at $79.9...

Anubhav Sharma, 30 Jul 2024 02:43

Starfield's second DLC's name might shown up online (image source: Bethesda)

New Starfield DLC name revealed by trademark listing

A new trademark listing has confirmed Starfield's new DLC will be called Starborn. It will be the games second (and probably last) story-based DLC and will launch after Shattered Space.

Anil Ganti, 29 Jul 2024 16:18

Sonic x Shadow Generations will cost $59.99 for the deluxe version, and $49.99 for the standard edition. (Source: Nintendo)

Sonic X Shadow Generations download size revealed for Nintendo Switch via official listing

Sega's highly anticipated Sonic X Shadow Generations is scheduled to launch on October 25th. The game, a sequel to the popular Sonic Generations, will feature a dedicated Shadow the Hedgehog campaign, expanding on the original's s...

Anubhav Sharma, 28 Jul 2024 19:15

Edge Enhancer DIY kit fixes video output issue of all two-chip SNES models (Image source: Macho Nacho Productions on YouTube)

DIY mod fixes one big issue that plagued Super Nintendo for over 30 years

Super Nintendo is best known for having a large library of games. However, the two-chip variant of the SNES has had one big issue that Nintendo eventually solved in the one-chip model: blurry video output. Voultar has been working...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 28 Jul 2024 18:57

The Neptune GF-1 will also support SEGA CD hardware through an expansion slot. (Image source: GamesCare)

GF-1 Neptune FPGA console hopes to finish what SEGA started with cancelled Genesis 32X console

An ambitious project is aiming to finally release SEGA's infamous cancelled Genesis 32X console. Currently being developed as the GF-1 Neptune, the console will use an FPGA chip to emulate Mega Drive/Genesis and 32X cartridges whi...

Alex Alderson, 25 Jul 2024 18:27

STALKER 2 has been postponed one more time (image source: GSC Game World)

STALKER 2 Heart of Chornobyl gets delayed once again to November 2024

GSC Game World has announced STALKER 2 Heart of Chornobyl will now be released in November 2024. The developers need to quash some last-minute bugs and will show off new gameplay via a dedicated event on August 12.

Anil Ganti, 25 Jul 2024 15:39

The 'Kawaii' will feature a custom dock for connecting up to four Gamecube controllers. (Source: BitBuilt)

The 'Kawaii' keychain-sized Nintendo Wii is passively cooled, docks Gamecube controllers and costs $55 (for now)

Modders YveltalGriffin and Wesk have created the Kawaii, a miniaturized Wii console that fits on a keychain. The project began with the desire to create a Wii even smaller than the GC Nano. Undervolting and Thundervolt integration...

Anubhav Sharma, 24 Jul 2024 23:22

Not all the features in Sony's new update apply across every PS5 console. (Image source: Martin Katler - Unsplash)

Sony announces new PlayStation 5 software update with one notable feature locked to PS5 Slim

Sony has revealed plans to update its PlayStation 5 consoles in a variety of ways. Unfortunately, one major change is only headed to the so-called PS5 Slim, which Sony refers to as its 'latest PS5' or 'slimmer PS5'.

Alex Alderson, 24 Jul 2024 20:21

The orange 8BitDo Ultimate C Bluetooth controller for the Nintendo Switch is currently one of the cheapest controllers available for the console. (Image source: 8BitDo)

Deal | 8BitDo Ultimate C Bluetooth controller is now under $24 thanks to an Amazon deal

The funky 8BitDo Ultimate C Bluetooth game controller is discounted to under $25 on Amazon, offering a shockingly complete feature set for a very affordable price, thanks to a coupon. The affordable controller offers 6-axis motion...

Julian van der Merwe, 24 Jul 2024 08:30

The Xbox Game Pass currently costs $11.99 for PC and $19.99 for PC, console and cloud. (Image source: Xbox)

Microsoft may introduce cloud-based and ad-supported Xbox Game Pass subscriptions

Microsoft Insider Jez Corden reports that Microsoft is considering introducing new subscription options for the Xbox Game Pass. A pure cloud subscription and an ad-financed - i.e. significantly cheaper or even free - option are al...

Marius Müller, 23 Jul 2024 15:07

The PlayStation 5 was launched on November 12, 2020 and is now in the second half of its life cycle. (Image source: Sony)

Gaming analyst knows 10 reasons why the PS5 Pro will be unveiled in September

Fans are hoping that the PlayStation 5 Pro will be released this year. A gaming analyst increases hopes by naming ten reasons why the PS5 Pro is likely to be unveiled at a PlayStation Showcase in September.

Marius Müller, 23 Jul 2024 15:06

Ubisoft has attempted to calm down Assassin's Creed Shadows' fiery discourse (image source: Ubisoft)

Ubisoft apologizes to Japanese playerbase for Assassin's Creed Shadows

Ubisoft has issued a statement about its creative decisions with Assassin's Creed Shadow. It apologizes to the Japanese community and promises to fix some culturally insensitive aspects of the game before it drops in November this...

Anil Ganti, 23 Jul 2024 14:40

Microsoft now has two Marvel-themed controllers (image source: Microsoft)

Xbox teases Wolverine-themed controller to go with Deadpool

Xbox has shown off a second Marvel-themed controller. It will prominently feature Wolverine's rear end, matching the Deadpool controlller's aesthetic.

Anil Ganti, 22 Jul 2024 19:39

The PlayStation 5 Pro is tipped to launch in late 2024 (image source: Sony)

PlayStation 5 Pro raytracing features highlighted by new leak

The Sony PlayStation 5 Pro and AMD's Radeon 9000 GPUs could come with a bunch of new raytracing features. While the former is slated for a late-2024 launch, the latter is unlikely to show up before early 2025.

Anil Ganti, 22 Jul 2024 13:14

ViewSonic LX700-4K RGB debuts as home cinema with Xbox gaming features

ViewSonic touts the LX700-4K as the first ceiling-mounted home theater projector to have an RGB laser and official Designed for Xbox branding. It is backed to deliver optimal 1440p gaming at 120Hz when it is not playing movies in ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Jul 2024 16:26

The Deadpool x Xbox controller without the backside attachment. (Image Source: bilibili)

The Xbox x Deadpool controller's backside is just a removable magnetic attachment

The recently announced Xbox x Deadpool limited edition controller went viral because of its unique, prominent backside. An unofficial video posted on bilibili.com clarified that the backside attachment is removable, connected to t...

Anubhav Sharma, 21 Jul 2024 13:00

Warframe: 1999 will take players into a whole new era, with new enemies and a fresh arsenal of weapons. (Source: Warframe)

Warframe announces new '1999' expansion, 'The Lotus Eaters' quest, quality-of-life upgrades and more at TennoCon 2024

Digital Extremes revealed a content roadmap for Warframe, a free-to-play action RPG. A new story quest, "The Lotus Eaters," arrives in August, setting the stage for the "Warframe: 1999" time travel expansion this winter. Before th...

Anubhav Sharma, 21 Jul 2024 02:45

The Sony PlayStation 5 Pro is set to be launched later this year. (Image source: Sony, edited)

Insider provides details on the launch window of the Sony PlayStation 5 Pro

Sony will soon launch the world's most powerful games console, the PlayStation 5 Pro. Following recent rumors that the PS5 Pro might not be released in time for Christmas 2024, an insider provides further details on the console's ...

Hannes Brecher, 20 Jul 2024 11:28

The Joy-Con Charging Stand can be used vertically or laid flat on a table. (Image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo announces official Joy-Con Charging Stand

The Nintendo Joy-Con charging stand could have arrived sooner, but better late than never, right? The charger also works for Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) controllers.

Habeeb Onawole, 18 Jul 2024 19:16

Microsoft is giving away some Marvel-themed hardware (image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft announces giveaway for Deadpool and Wolverine-themed Xbox Series X and custom controller

Microsoft's latest giveaway will let one lucky winner get a Wolverine and Deadpool themed Xbox Series X console. The company is also giving away two controllers and a console stand as a part of the promotion.

Anil Ganti, 17 Jul 2024 18:30