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Lenovo Legion Go 2 gaming handheld playing Monster Hunter World: Iceborne (Image source: screenshot, Lenovo Legion YouTube)

Lenovo cancels Legion Go 2 pre-orders, quoting high demand despite gaming handheld's steep price

Even after delaying the Legion Go 2 release date, the company is still voiding pre-orders. Lenovo is prioritizing third-party retailers, leaving less stock for its own store. Competing AMD Ryzen Z2 and Z2 Extreme gaming handhelds ...

Adam Corsetti, 20 Sep 2025 04:24

Xbox consoles will be even more pricier in the US (image source: Microsoft)

Xbox consoles get another price hike in the US

The Xbox Series S and Series X will be even more expensive in the US. Microsoft has announced another price hike ranging between $20 and $70.

Anil Ganti, 19 Sep 2025 21:54

Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PS4, and PS5 consoles are shown (Image source: Microsoft Gaming, Sony PlayStation with edits)

Console sales fall further behind last generation, as PS5 and Xbox struggle with higher prices

Contending with rising Xbox and PS5 prices, retailers are selling fewer consoles compared to previous eras. Data firms show how console owners are becoming older and more affluent. With an abundance of cross-platform titles, buyer...

Adam Corsetti, 19 Sep 2025 17:58

Potential Resident Evil Requiem character Leon is shown (Image source: Capcom with edits)

Capcom may reveal major Resident Evil Requiem character at State of Play or Tokyo Game Show

Survival horror fans may soon find out what part Leon will play in Resident Evil Requiem. A leaker believes that the former cop-turned-government agent will emerge at an upcoming showcase. The ninth mainline Resident Evil game wil...

Adam Corsetti, 18 Sep 2025 21:56

Logitech G RS50 system with the RS50 wheelbase, RS wheel hub, rim, and desk clamp. (Image source: Logitech)

Logitech G RS50 wheelbase, RS Pedals launched with 8 nm torque and load cell brake

Sim racing enthusiasts now have another Trueforce direct drive option that comes with significantly improved performance over the Logitech G923 setup. The Logitech G RS50 wheelbase and RS pedals are compatible with Xbox, PS, and P...

Vineet Washington, 18 Sep 2025 20:17

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond banner showing Samus Aran on bike (Image source: Nintendo of America YouTube with edits)

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond story details leak after Nintendo finally confirms release date

A Japanese cover for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond has leaked crucial details about its narrative. It also discusses how Samus Aran received her psychic powers. Some fans believe that Nintendo has been too secretive about the Switch gam...

Adam Corsetti, 18 Sep 2025 17:35

The Steam Deck is powered by a custom AMD Ryzen APU. (Image source: Valve, Unsplash, edited)

FSR 4 now runs on Steam Deck and delivers massive image quality boost in supported games

It is now possible to run FSR 4 on the Steam Deck. The process, which is unofficial and revolves around replacing game files, results in much better image quality in supported games. However, FSR 4 reportedly results in a notable ...

Fawad Murtaza, 18 Sep 2025 13:13

Switch 2 and PS5 consoles shown on colors of Spanish flag (Image source: Nintendo of America, Sony PlayStation with edits)

Nintendo Switch 2 console sales trail PS5 in one EU nation, with third-party games struggling

Excitement over the Nintendo Switch 2 could be waning in Spain. A popular podcast cited sales data suggesting that Switch 2 sales have fallen behind the PS5. With unpopular Game-Key Cards, buyers are also hesitant to try third-par...

Adam Corsetti, 17 Sep 2025 20:17

Apple's new 40W Dynamic Power Adapter. (Image source: Apple)

iPhone 17 series may not charge faster with older third-party power bricks

The iPhone 17, 17 Pro and Pro Max have just launched alongside a series-first upgrade rated to allow them to charge by 50% in as little as 20 minutes. A review of this technology suggests that it is enabled by a specific version o...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Sep 2025 18:50

Kazuma Kiryu from Yakuza 3 is shown (Image source: Sega with edits)

Yakuza Kiwami 3 could be announced at Tokyo Game Show, as gamers await news on remake

A gamer stumbled on a quickly erased mention of Yakuza Kiwami 3 on the RGG website. Many fans consider Yakuza 3 to tell the most impactful story. Unfortunately, the 2019 remaster didn’t offer the improvements that other remakes in...

Adam Corsetti, 17 Sep 2025 17:11

Borderlands 4 banner with vault hunter Zane (Image source: screenshot, Borderlands YouTube with edits)

Borderlands 4 sells 2 million copies with high Steam player count even with performance issues

Alinea Analytics estimates that Borderlands 4 has already sold two million units. Valve’s marketplace is responsible for much of those sales, where it enjoys impressive Steam player counts. Even so, lackluster Borderlands 4 perfor...

Adam Corsetti, 17 Sep 2025 00:55

Banner for Nintendo Direct and Apple Event (Image source: Nintendo of America, Apple with edits)

Nintendo Direct Switch 2 game showcase earns higher viewership than Apple iPhone 17 reveal

The healthy gaming and smartphone industries are led by powerhouses like Nintendo and Apple. However, the recent jam-packed Nintendo Direct saw higher live viewership than the iPhone 17 event. Ending weeks of speculation, the Japa...

Adam Corsetti, 16 Sep 2025 22:19

The GameSir G7 Pro Wuchang: Fallen Feathers Edition supports one-press wake-up with compatible Xbox consoles. (Image source: GameSir)

GameSir G7 Pro: GameSir releases new wireless controller to celebrate triple-A game with full Microsoft Xbox support

GameSir has refreshed the G7 Pro with a new special edition model, just like 8BitDo and the Ultimate 2 before it. However, the GameSir G7 Pro Wuchang: Fallen Feathers Edition adds full wireless connectivity support for Microsoft X...

Alex Alderson, 16 Sep 2025 20:59

The Sony PS5 gets a new power-saving mode via software update (Image source: Sony, edited)

Sony PS5 gets big update with power-saving mode and DualSense multi-device support

The latest firmware update for the Sony PlayStation 5 introduces a power-saving mode, which might be intended to prepare games for Sony’s next-gen gaming handheld. Upon launch, this mode will be supported by at least three games....

Hannes Brecher, 16 Sep 2025 19:48

A screengrab from Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds (image source: SteamDB)

Mario Kart World draws scorn from an unexpected corner as Sega markets Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds

Sega has engaged in what many would feel is reminiscent of its jabs in the 90s by singling out Mario Kart World as part of its marketing campaign for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 16 Sep 2025 19:37

Getting started with Xbox Remote Play on the Lenovo Tab P12 Pro was straightforward. (Image source - Lenovo)

Lenovo Tab P12 Pro and Xbox Remote Play: A smooth combo

Released November 19, 2021, the Lenovo Tab P12 Pro doubles as a portable Xbox Remote Play screen with 60 FPS, low latency, and stunning AMOLED visuals.

Darryl Linington, 16 Sep 2025 16:59

The revised PS5 Digital Edition with a smaller SSD is now selling in Europe. (Image source: PlayStation)

Sony releases a new PS5 Digital Edition with 825GB storage for €499.99, but you can buy the 1TB version for €449

A new PlayStation 5 Digital Edition is now available in Europe. The new version is strikingly similar to the previous version, which is still available to buy, but now comes with a reduced storage capacity.

Habeeb Onawole, 16 Sep 2025 16:16

All controllers will launch on October 12th, with pre-orders open now through participating retailers. (Image Source: Turtle Beach)

Turtle Beach drops new controllers, including a Mario Bricks special

Turtle Beach has unveiled six new controllers, featuring four unique Xbox colorways with glow-in-the-dark and lenticular designs alongside the RGB-powered Afterglow Ignite. The standout is their officially licensed Mario Bricks Re...

Nitisha Upadhye, 16 Sep 2025 13:59

An in-game screengrab of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (image source: Steam Community)

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has sold 4.4 million units despite day one availability on Game Pass

Sandfall Interactive's turn-based RPG, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 continues to build on its numbers across multiple platforms despite being playable day one on Game Pass for PC and Xbox alike.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 16 Sep 2025 05:53

The Emeet Pixy dual-camera 4K webcam automatically tracks Nintendo Switch 2 gamers as they move about the room. (Image source: Emeet)

Emeet offers Pixy dual-camera 4K webcam with AI subject tracking for Switch 2 gamers and social media creators

Emeet has introduced the Pixy dual-camera 4K webcam for Nintendo Switch 2 gamers and social media influencers who want to always stay in the frame. The webcam features AI subject tracking, 3-mic background noise reduction, and ges...

David Chien, 16 Sep 2025 02:31

Sony AI and Sony logos (Image source: Sony AI YouTube channel with edits)

Sony downplays use of generative AI in PlayStation games, focusing on LLMs in support roles

In its latest corporate report, Sony describes how AI has transformed its entertainment divisions. The company relies on Enterprise LLM to support workers rather than create in-game assets. Still, developers and artists worry that...

Adam Corsetti, 16 Sep 2025 01:47

The Silent Hill f banner is shown (Image source: screenshot, Sony PlayStation YouTube with edits)

Glowing Silent Hill f review score leaks well ahead of survival horror game's release date

The first Silent Hill f review score suggests that it reinvents the series without alienating followers. A DualShockers writer posted her impressions of the survival horror game on Reddit. The reviewer appreciates the new combat m...

Adam Corsetti, 15 Sep 2025 20:01

Battlefield 6 open beta banner is shown (Image source: Battlefield YouTube with edits)

Fake Battlefield 6 battle royale playtest promised by Reddit ad tries to steal Steam accounts

Reddit ads are luring gamers with the opportunity for a Battlefield 6 battle royale playtest. The problem is that EA has not announced another open beta for the multiplayer FPS. Fake advertisements with scam links may trick gamers...

Adam Corsetti, 15 Sep 2025 17:55

A scale comparison of the older Mario Amiibo with the new Super Mario Galaxy with Luma Amiibo (image source: r/amiibo)

Nintendo's Amiibo lineup expands with premium Kirby Air Riders, Mario Galaxy, and Metroid Prime 4 figures

The most recent Nintendo Direct saw Nintendo throw in a surprising number of Amiibo lineup additions that also pushed the envelope in both size and price against historic norms.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 15 Sep 2025 07:27

Super Mario Galaxy Switch banner is shown (Image source: screenshot, Nintendo of America YouTube)

New Super Mario Galaxy Switch 2 version may justify high price with unexpected graphical upgrades

Gamers may see more graphical enhancements with the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy than anticipated. The Nintendo Switch 2 game will boast reworked textures that aren’t always found in straightforward ports. Even so, the $70 price fo...

Adam Corsetti, 15 Sep 2025 04:35

The SuperStation One (pictured) made an appearance on X in Midnight Blue. (Image source: Taki Udon on X)

SuperStation One FPGA console makes appearance in Midnight Blue

A physical prototype of the SuperStation One, an FPGA console that mimics the original Sony PlayStation, appeared in photos posted on the project lead's X account. Taki Udon, a popular influencer in the retro gaming community, pos...

Sam Medley, 15 Sep 2025 01:42

Stardew Valley's Nintendo Switch 2 upgrade is free for existing owners

Only users in Japan are expected to pay a token amount for the upgrade to the title when it arrives with support for the additional hardware capabilities that the Nintendo Switch 2 offers.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 14 Sep 2025 20:46

Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade Switch 2 Game-Key Card mockup (Image source: Nintendo of America, Square Enix with edits)

Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade shows why some Switch 2 games opt for Game-Key Cards

Cartridges have limitations that make them incompatible with some Nintendo Switch 2 games. Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade is too large to fit on a standard Game Card. Instead, it uses an internet-dependent Switch 2 Game-Key Car...

Adam Corsetti, 14 Sep 2025 02:32

Asus ROG Xbox Ally X sits above the Lenovo Legion Go 2 (Image source: Xbox Gaming, Lenovo with edits)

Best Buy leaks Asus ROG Xbox Ally X price again, and it's still cheaper than Lenovo Legion Go 2

Microsoft hopes its upcoming handheld gaming PCs will have wide appeal. With cost being a major factor, Best Buy has leaked an Asus ROG Xbox Ally price of $549.99. Targeting the enthusiast market, the $899.99 ROG Xbox Ally X will ...

Adam Corsetti, 13 Sep 2025 21:35

A screengrab of the Donkey Kong Bananza DK Island DLC trailer reveal at the latest Nintendo Direct Showcase (image source: Nintendo YouTube)

Nintendo surprises Switch 2 fans with Donkey Kong Bananza DK Island DLC in Nintendo Direct Showcase

The new DK Island & Emerald Rush DLC is available immediately for download and can be played by players after ending the main storyline.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 13 Sep 2025 08:49

Borderlands 4 PS5 Pro banner is shown (Image source: Sony PlayStation with edits)

Borderlands 4 players bemoan the lack of a PS5 Pro patch, as performance concerns mount

Sony’s most powerful console isn’t preventing Borderlands 4 performance issues. Lacking a patch, the PS5 Pro game exhibits poor optimization and frequent stuttering. Some gamers criticize developers for not releasing more PS5 Pro ...

Adam Corsetti, 13 Sep 2025 05:49

Switch and Switch 2 games and DLC announced at Nintendo Direct (Image source: Nintendo of America YouTube with edits)

Gamers criticize prices of first-party Switch 2 games and DLC announced at Nintendo Direct

Nintendo may be exploring alternative ways to boost revenue beyond $80 first-party game prices. Gamers are objecting to the cost of the new Super Mario Galaxy versions. The Nintendo Direct also featured paid DLC for the unreleased...

Adam Corsetti, 12 Sep 2025 23:47

Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade banner is shown (Image source: Nintendo of America, Xbox Gaming with edits)

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and Remake Part 3 Switch 2 and Xbox releases could end PS5 exclusivity

The Nintendo Direct provided a Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade release date for the Switch 2 and Xbox. Even so, some gamers find a Square Enix social media post more significant. The company signaled that Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth...

Adam Corsetti, 12 Sep 2025 19:55

A promotional image for the Nintendo Virtual Boy hardware accessory for the Switch and Switch 2. (Image Source: Nintendo)

Nintendo's notorious Virtual Boy gets second life as a new Switch and Switch 2 accessory

Nintendo's short-lived 1995 flop, The Virtual Boy, is getting a second life as a Switch and Switch 2 hardware add-on. The original console was notorious for causing eye strain and headaches, and had a small library of only 22 game...

Rohith Bhaskar, 12 Sep 2025 19:51

Grace Ashcroft, the protagonist of Resident Evil Requiem. (Image source: Capcom)

Resident Evil Requiem, Biohazard, Village coming to Switch 2 natively

Switch 2 players will be treated to all three of the newer Resident Evil games in February next year, including the latest instalment, Requiem. These will be native ports of the games, unlike the cloud versions that are already av...

Vineet Washington, 12 Sep 2025 17:26

Samus from Metroid Prime 4: Beyond on her Vi-O-La bike. (Image source: Nintendo of America on YouTube, screenshot)

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond finally gets a release date

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond arrives for the Switch and the Switch 2 in early December. The game was first announced in 2017 and got the subtitle ‘Beyond’ in 2024.

Vineet Washington, 12 Sep 2025 16:36

Sony is rumored to offer a detachable disc drive on the PS6, just like the PS5 Pro pictured here. (Image source: Sony, Moore's Law Is Dead on YouTube, edited)

Full PS6 specs, performance, and release date leak: PS6 APU is up to 8x faster vs PS5 but falls short of Xbox Magnus

Detailed specs of the Sony PlayStation 6 have leaked online courtesy of Moore's Law Is Dead. This latest PS6 specs leak reveals everything from the configuration of the CPU, GPU, and memory to the expected performance upgrade. The...

Fawad Murtaza, 12 Sep 2025 13:10

A screengrab from Cronos: The New Dawn (image source: Epic Games Store)

Cronos: The New Dawn has sold an impressive 200K units so far, but there is no plan for a sequel just yet

Bloober Team might be looking at a blockbuster title in the making with Cronos: The New Dawn, but it remains uncommitted to a sequel even as it downplays reports of it having a significantly large development budget in play.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 12 Sep 2025 04:04

A screengrab of the intro of Bioshock 2007 (image source: SteamDB)

Netflix's Bioshock movie adaptation producer confirms the story is based on Bioshock 2007 and is set in Rapture

The movie adaptation of Bioshock, currently in production by Netflix, is set in the fictional city-state of Rapture and borrows heavily from the first titular game released in 2007.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 12 Sep 2025 03:53

Holiday-themed Battlefield 6 skins (Image source: EA with edits)

Leaked Battlefield 6 skin has gamers concerned about unrealistic cosmetics after release date

Developers had hinted that Battlefield 6 skins would have authentic designs. Nevertheless, a recently leaked cosmetic is already stretching the limits of realism. Meanwhile, its Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 competitor has also pledge...

Adam Corsetti, 12 Sep 2025 01:01

Super Mario Galaxy banner is shown (Image source: Nintendo of America with edits)

Surprising title of The Super Mario Bros. Movie sequel leaks before Nintendo Direct

Sci-fi junkies may find The Super Mario Bros. Movie sequel particularly entertaining. Newly registered domains reveal the potential title of Super Mario Galaxy. This activity precedes a Nintendo Direct, after past broadcasts promo...

Adam Corsetti, 11 Sep 2025 21:43

The Borderlands 4-themed Xbox wireless controller from PowerA. (Image source: PowerA)

New Borderlands 4 Xbox controller launches tomorrow

PowerA is launching its Borderlands 4-themed Xbox Series X|S wireless controller tomorrow. The $99.99 pad features anti-drift Hall effect sticks and triggers, 3-way trigger stops, a built-in headset dial, and four mappable back bu...

Elvis Shida, 11 Sep 2025 20:38

Cyberpunk 2077 protagonist 'V' on the left, Jackie in the middle, and Dexter DeShawn to the right. (Image source: CD Projekt Red)

Cyberpunk 2077's latest patch makes AutoDrive smarter and photo mode better

The team at CD Projekt Red is listening to player feedback and still improving things. With the latest update, optimizations have been made to AutoDrive and photo mode features that were introduced in the previous major update.

Vineet Washington, 11 Sep 2025 17:15

The Nintendo Switch 2 with a third-party 8,000 mAh battery installed. (Image source: Naga)

Nintendo Switch 2 receives massive battery boost with new mod

Battery life is often cited as a shortcoming with the Nintendo Switch 2. In response, a modder has expanded the console's battery capacity by over 50% with no apparent downsides.

Alex Alderson, 11 Sep 2025 16:08

A screengrab of the announcement for the upcoming Nintendo Direct (image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo reveals the 12 September Nintendo Direct will be an hour-long showcase

While Nintendo's Direct events are historically scheduled to be slotted in a 60-minute window, they rarely last the entire time and September 12th's Direct might be Nintendo's longest yet.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 11 Sep 2025 03:24

A screengrab of Resident Evil 4 Remake's intro sequence (image source: SteamDB)

Leaker claims all RE Engine Resident Evil games including Reqiuem are getting 'native' Switch 2 ports

A credible leaker has confirmed on both X and a Resetera thread of plans already in motion on Capcom's end to port as many as 6 major Resident Evil titles as native ports for the Nintendo Switch 2.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 11 Sep 2025 03:03

Super Mario Odyssey Switch 2 mockup banner (Image source: Nintendo of America with edits)

Leaker hints system selling Mario Switch 2 game will be announced at next Nintendo Direct

Although Mario Kart World enticed buyers to purchase a Nintendo Switch 2, not all gamers are fans of kart racers. Following accurate predictions, a leaker hints that the next Nintendo Direct will feature another Mario game. Many g...

Adam Corsetti, 10 Sep 2025 21:58

Promotional artwork for Sony's new PlayStation Family App available on iOS and Android. (Image source: PlayStation Blog)

Sony's new PlayStation Family App will help parents monitor playtime

Sony's PlayStation is launching a new iOS and Android app that will help parents monitor their children's playtime on the platform. It also allows them to set limits and track what their child is playing on the console.

Rohith Bhaskar, 10 Sep 2025 21:39

Nintendo Direct announcement in Nintendo Today! app (Image source: screenshot, Nintendo of America)

The September 12th Nintendo Direct will be the first streamed on Nintendo Today! app

The often criticized Nintendo Today! app will feature another perk to convince skeptical mobile users. Viewers can download it to watch Switch 2 game announcements during the next Nintendo Direct. The app is the latest effort by t...

Adam Corsetti, 10 Sep 2025 16:40