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Possible Hogwarts Legacy multiplayer game (Image source: Avalanche Software, Warner Bros. Games)

New Harry Potter multiplayer game possible after Hogwarts Legacy developer posts job listings

A new Harry Potter game may be more of a social experience than Hogwarts Legacy. Warner Bros. Games has posted job listings for a mysterious online RPG. The Avalanche Software project would give the publisher another chance for a ...

Adam Corsetti, 21 Mar 2025 22:30

The Keychron Q4 HE hall-effect gaming keyboard with all aluuminium case and Gateron magnetic switches.

Keychron Q4 HE launches as 60% all-aluminium Hall-effect wireless gaming keyboard

The Keychron Q4 HE aims to combine high performance wireless connectivity and premium build quality with the versatility of Hall-effect switches for a keyboard that's just as comfortable gaming as it is at work.

Julian van der Merwe, 21 Mar 2025 21:51

Sony PS5 controller patent using solar power (Image source: Sony PlayStation)

Patent shows a Sony PS5 controller using solar power to boost battery life

Although many gamers prefer the DualSense, the PS5 controller's battery life is less than spectacular. Sony believes that sunlight can reduce or eliminate the need for wired recharging. A new Patent shows a Sony controller connect...

Adam Corsetti, 21 Mar 2025 17:31

The new Cherry Xtrfy H3 Wireless boasts 53mm drivers and 100 hours playtime. (Image source: Cherryxtrfy)

Cherry Xtrfy H3 Wireless gaming headset launched with multi-platform compatibility, 100-hour playtime

Cherry’s latest H3 Wireless gaming headset brings 100 hours of runtime on a single charge and low latency connectivity via a USB dongle. The headset is priced at $99 and works with PC, PS4, PS5, and the Nintendo Switch.

Vineet Washington, 21 Mar 2025 16:56

Indie Game Utsav will be right up your alley if you enjoy indie games (image source: IGU)

Indie Game Utsav to show off over 40 Indian-origin titles at Mumbai Comic Con 2025

Gamers interested in indies from India can check out over 40 PC/console titles at Indie Game Utsav. You can catch the highlights on the company's social page or get in on the action live at Mumbai Comic Con on April 12 and 13.

Anil Ganti, 21 Mar 2025 16:44

Assassin's Creed Shadows costs $70 on Steam. (Image source: Ubisoft)

Controversial Assassin's Creed Shadows crosses important milestone less than 24 hours after launch

Assassin's Creed Shadows has reached an important player base milestone less than 24 hours into the title's official launch. The news, which comes to us via Ubisoft, is significant as AC Shadows has been grappling with controversi...

Fawad Murtaza, 21 Mar 2025 11:32

Switch 2 with rumored 120Hz screen (Image source: Nintendo of America)

New Switch 2 leak mentions 120Hz LCD screen with HDR and VRR support, but gamers are skeptical

Despite the many Switch 2 leaks, Nintendo may still have some surprises in store for fans. A Famiboards user who predicted other Switch 2 specs believes the console will offer a 120Hz display. VRR and HDR support would also make t...

Adam Corsetti, 20 Mar 2025 19:28

Suspicious Flight Simulator PlayStation Store listing capitalizes on Microsoft PS5 port rumors

After being given false hope, the rumored Flight Simulator PS5 port remains in a holding pattern. A PlayStation Store listing for Flight Simulator 2025 is not associated with Microsoft or the listed Thronefall developer.

Adam Corsetti, 20 Mar 2025 16:15

The Xbox can play former PlayStation exclusives like God of War with Boosteroid cloud gaming

In today's gaming world, multi-platform titles are becoming the standard. Some players are now using Boosteroid to stream PlayStation exclusives on Xbox consoles. Only purchased PC ports are compatible with the cloud gaming servic...

Adam Corsetti, 20 Mar 2025 00:16

Assassins Creed Shadows PS5 Pro banner (Image source: Sony PlayStation)

Assassin's Creed Shadows PS5 Pro performance test sees noticeable boost in lighting quality

Assassin's Creed Shadows may be a reason for skeptical gamers to consider a PS5 Pro upgrade. Digital Foundry showed how ray-traced global illumination added realism to the Japanese scenery. The Assassin's Creed Shadows PS5 Pro ver...

Adam Corsetti, 19 Mar 2025 20:37

Microsoft Game Pass banner (Image source: Microsoft Xbox Gaming)

GTA 5 could become a PC Game Pass game for the first time according to new rumor

There may soon be a new influx of GTA 5 PC players. A reliable source of Rockstar Games news discovered evidence of integration with PC Game Pass. Rumors of a partnership between Microsoft and Take-Two Interactive have circulated ...

Adam Corsetti, 18 Mar 2025 22:57

Assassin's Creed Shadows reviews leak ahead of embargo and release date

Assassin's Creed Shadows is the latest anticipated title to see scores leak early. The action RPG, which balances combat and stealth mechanics, has survived regular controversy. The first leaked Assassin's Creed Shadows reviews or...

Adam Corsetti, 18 Mar 2025 03:59

There is a new software-only hack to jailbreak the Xbox 360 (pictured). (Image source: Wikimedia w/ edits)

New software jailbreak for Xbox 360 requires only USB drive

A new software-only exploit is available for the Xbox 360, requiring nothing more than a USB drive. While this exploit allows the console to run unsigned code, it comes with a heavy caveat: it is tethered, meaning it must be done ...

Sam Medley, 18 Mar 2025 01:04

One processor inside the Super Nintendo gets a bit faster every year (Image source: JCD1981NL / Wikimedia Commons)

Super Nintendo gets faster as it ages, causing issues for the speedrunning community

The older a Super Nintendo gets, the faster the gaming console runs. This is turning into a real problem for certain speedrunning methods that involve perfectly timed inputs for certain games that now run faster than they are supp...

Hannes Brecher, 17 Mar 2025 20:57

Pokémon Legends: Z-A gets promising update as gamers await firm release date

Instead of relying on another Pokémon Legends: Z-A leak, players have news from the title's Game Director. Haruka Tochigi described the game's development as being in its late stages. Tochigi also teased some exciting gameplay cha...

Adam Corsetti, 17 Mar 2025 20:02

Resident Evil banner (Image source: Steam)

Resident Evil 9 leak describes radically different game than remakes or prior RE titles

Resident Evil 9 could move the horror IP in a bold new direction. A Capcom insider expects the game to resemble no other title in the franchise. The reinvention of the series could explain the lack of a Resident Evil 9 release dat...

Adam Corsetti, 17 Mar 2025 16:20

Silent Hill f PS5 box shot (Image source: Amazon)

Silent Hill f gets ESRB rating after recent trailer but release date remains a mystery

While impressing viewers with a haunting Japanese setting, the latest Silent Hill f trailer fails to answer many questions. Surprisingly, the ESRB rating describes more gameplay than shown in any video. How long before Konami fina...

Adam Corsetti, 17 Mar 2025 00:01

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond will impress at April Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, according to insider

A Metroid game could play a prime role in the April Nintendo Switch 2 direct. A source close to Retro Studios believes Metroid Prime 4: Beyond will show the new console's full potential.

Adam Corsetti, 16 Mar 2025 19:23

Sony is giving away free God of War Ragnarok Dark Odyssey Collection to celebrate 20th anniversary

God of War, one of the most recognizable Playstation exclusive franchises, is turning 20 on March 22. To celebrate the occasion, Sony is giving fans some really cool in-game items. Termed the "God of War Ragnarök Dark Odyssey Coll...

Fawad Murtaza, 15 Mar 2025 13:03

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Edition GameCube controller (Image source: Amazon)

New Nintendo Switch 2 leak with possible GameCube controller is exciting Super Smash Bros. Melee fans

Super Smash Bros. Melee fans are adamant that it's the best entry in the series. Now, a Switch 2 leak points to a new GameCube controller to satisfy these retro gamers.

Adam Corsetti, 15 Mar 2025 00:21

Starfield PS5 release hinted at on Bethesda modding site, as Sony eyes more Xbox exclusives

The number of Xbox exclusives is dwindling. A Starfield PS5 announcement may be imminent after a Bethesda Creations leak. The Starfield mods site briefly showed a PlayStation logo before being taken down.

Adam Corsetti, 14 Mar 2025 20:40

Analysts still predict that Nintendo will offer an abundance of Switch 2 units at launch. (Image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo Switch 2 rumoured to 'cost $400 or more' when released

Expectations are high for the Nintendo Switch 2, particularly given the success of Nintendo's original hybrid console. While Nintendo is predicted to have amassed over 8 million launch units, analysts suggest it may have settled o...

Alex Alderson, 14 Mar 2025 16:39

EA Sports College Football 26 cover leak may predict new features involving coaches and mascots

A leaked cover is already building hype many months before the EA Sports College Football 26 release date. Some gamers wonder if featuring mascots and coaches on the retail box foreshadows popular new features.

Adam Corsetti, 13 Mar 2025 22:53

PowerWash Simulator 2 may be a Switch 2 game, as fans await the April Nintendo Direct

PowerWash Simulator 2 was not the most likely confirmed Switch 2 game. Still, neat freaks are relishing the possibility of cleaning on the go. With the Switch 2 Direct approaching, publishers may struggle to keep cross-platform pl...

Adam Corsetti, 13 Mar 2025 19:23

PS5 Slim Astro Bot Bundle (Image source: Best Buy)

The PS5 Astro Bot Bundle lands at retailers, and it's surprisingly not a bad deal

The new PS5 Slim Astro Bot bundles are now in stock at major retailers. Even if a buyer isn't interested in the award-winning game, the consoles are attractively priced. Both the digital and disc versions are available for a $50 s...

Adam Corsetti, 13 Mar 2025 15:30

Asus has reportedly teamed up with Microsoft to make an Xbox-branded handheld console like the ROG Ally X pictured here (image source: Asus)

Asus to launch Xbox-branded handheld gaming console later this year

The Verge has learned that Microsoft is working with Asus to launch its first-ever Xbox-branded handheld console. This is different from Microsoft's own SKU slated to debut sometime in 2027.

Anil Ganti, 12 Mar 2025 20:20

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion artwork (Image source: Epic Games)

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remake release date may be sooner than gamers expected

Despite a lack of updates, it appears that The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remake is nearly here. Leaker NateTheHate now expects the massively open-world title to land before June. Bethesda plans to improve more than its visuals by...

Adam Corsetti, 12 Mar 2025 20:09

Assassin's Creed Shadows is all set to launch on March 20 (image source: Ubisoft)

Assassin's Creed Shadows to get official Steam Deck support at launch

Ubisoft has confirmed Assassin's Creed Shadows will be Steam Deck certified before launch. The process appears to be in its final stages, with the game maker awaiting confirmation from Valve.

Anil Ganti, 12 Mar 2025 19:48

Renewed hopes for new Dino Crisis game after Capcom files a trademark in Japan

Capcom followers are anxious to hear the roar of dinosaurs again. A trademark filing is keeping hopes alive for a Dino Crisis remake or new game. Unfortunately, the publisher seems more focused on the prehistoric beasts in Monster...

Adam Corsetti, 11 Mar 2025 22:44

Producer wants Battlefield 6 leaks removed and NDA preserved for playtest

The Battlefield 6 playtest is by invitation only, but leaks are making all gamers feel part of the experience. Despite glowing reactions to social media posts, the game's lead producer wants to keep the NDA in place.

Adam Corsetti, 11 Mar 2025 19:27

Rockstar could be less than a month away from revealing its second GTA VI trailer. (Image source: Rockstar Games)

GTA 6 Trailer 2: Possible release date discovery mirrors insider analysis

Rockstar Games released the first trailer for GTA 6 over a year ago. Based on new analyses, GTA 6 Trailer 2 could be right around the corner and with us in less than a month's time.

Alex Alderson, 11 Mar 2025 16:30

An Xbox-branded handheld is reportedly due to launch sometime in 2025 (image source: Leonardo.ai)

Xbox-branded handheld rumoured to arrive later this year

Microsoft is reportedly working with a well-known PC OEM to develop what could be the world's first Xbox-certified handheld code-named Project Keenan. It will run Windows 11 and likely be powered by a Ryzen Z2 chip.

Anil Ganti, 11 Mar 2025 12:01

The best MAR10 Day deals still live include Nintendo Switch Mario games and accessories

MAR10 Day usually presents the best Nintendo Switch deals on games, controllers, and other ways to celebrate Mario. A Super Mario Bros. Wonder discount headlines the sales, while an intricate Mario Kart LEGO set debuts.

Adam Corsetti, 11 Mar 2025 00:07

The PlayStation 5 Pro to get improved PSSR upscaling based on FSR 4 next year (Image source: Sony)

Better graphics for PS5 Pro: Sony confirms improved upscaling based on FSR 4

AMD’s FSR 4 apparently makes great strides and has almost caught up to Nvidia DLSS 4. A custom version of new and improved upscaling technology is expected to run on Sony’s PlayStation 5 Pro in the future, even though the gaming c...

Hannes Brecher, 10 Mar 2025 20:37

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle artwork (Image source: Bethesda Softworks)

Leak reveals Indiana Jones and the Great Circle PS5 release date on April 17

Platform-specific games are becoming rare, which benefits PlayStation loyalists. Billbil-kun has shared the Indiana Jones and the Great Circle PS5 release date on a French website. Gamers anxious for a whip-cracking adventure can ...

Adam Corsetti, 10 Mar 2025 19:16

Nintendo and The Pokémon Company tension over marketing campaigns detailed in podcast

Nintendo and the rest of The Pokémon Company often have different ideas on how to promote the brand. A Kit & Krysta Podcast revealed how the smallest details of marketing campaigns can lead to intense arguments. However, no disagr...

Adam Corsetti, 10 Mar 2025 16:24

Death Stranding 2 announced artwork (Image source: Kojima Productions)

Death Stranding 2 release date and collector's edition announced at Hideo Kojima SXSW panel

Rumors of a major Death Stranding 2 announcement at SXSW 2025 were accurate. Hideo Kojima's next cinematic masterpiece will debut on June 26. PS5 gamers can pre-order Death Stranding 2: On the Beach starting on March 17.

Adam Corsetti, 09 Mar 2025 23:11

Insider expects PC-like new Xbox console but doubts Call of Duty 2026 dev kit rumors

Xbox fans expecting an innovative concept for a new console might feel disappointed. Jez Corden thinks that the creation will take the form of a gaming PC. Call of Duty 2026 developers may already have the specs of Microsoft's nex...

Adam Corsetti, 09 Mar 2025 19:13

Forza Horizon 5 PS5 artwork (Image source: Sony PlayStation Store)

Forza Horizon 5 PS5 gamers will need a Microsoft Xbox account despite no cross-progression

Microsoft is not going to let Forza Horizon PS5 players forget they are playing an Xbox title. A FAQ on the game's official site confirms that the game will require a Microsoft account. Already disappointed about the lack of a phy...

Adam Corsetti, 08 Mar 2025 20:34

GTA Online artwork (Image source: PlayStation Store)

GTA 5 publisher joins Roblox in suing PlayerAccounts marketplace for breaking TOS

Some gamers spend thousands of dollars to gain a competitive advantage in multiplayer titles. Many transactions happen on PlayerAuctions, considered a black market for in-game currency and items. Take Two is now targeting the site...

Adam Corsetti, 08 Mar 2025 00:55

The Nintendo Switch 2 direct is set for April 2 but there's still a lot of unknown. (Image source: Nintendo)

FCC listing reveals Nintendo Switch 2 will have NFC, upgraded Wi-Fi, and more

In a few weeks Nintendo will reveal more details about the Switch 2, but just before then, an FCC listing has provided some key specs, particularly related to communication features. The documents reveal the return of some feature...

Habeeb Onawole, 07 Mar 2025 23:26

Death Stranding 2 artwork (Image source: Kojima Productions)

Death Stranding 2 release date reveal expected soon as pre-order details leak

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, with its asynchronous multiplayer mechanics, is one of the most anticipated PS5 titles. Insider billbil-kun believes that a release date could be announced within days. Gamers also have clues about...

Adam Corsetti, 07 Mar 2025 19:44

Hazelight Studio's latest IP, Split Fiction, is now available via Steam, Epic Games store, EA, PlayStation Store, and Microsoft store. (Image source: Steam)

Split Fiction from developers of award winning It Takes Two now available on most platforms

Split Fiction is the latest co-op action-adventure game from Hazelight Studios, the same team that made popular titles like It Takes Two and A Way Out. The new game follows the same concept of collaboration and promotes friendship...

Vineet Washington, 07 Mar 2025 18:33

Razer Kraken Kitty V2 colorways (Image source: Razer)

Kraken Kitty V2 and BlackShark V2 X Razer gaming headsets updated with new colorways

Sound quality isn't the only reason Razer gaming headsets are in demand. The manufacturer is adding a white colorway to its stylish Kraken Kitty V2 lineup. Also, the BlackShark V2 X now ships in more colors to tempt competitive ga...

Adam Corsetti, 07 Mar 2025 00:13

Sony's new limited edition DualSense Wireless Controller is based on the hit video game, The Last of Us. (Image source: Sony)

Sony launches DualSense Wireless Controller The Last of Us Limited Edition

Sony has expanded its list of limited edition controllers based on video game titles with the release of the DualSense Wireless Controller The Last of Us. Available in limited quantities and with a higher price tag than the standa...

Habeeb Onawole, 06 Mar 2025 23:09

The PS5 Pro on a monthly rolling basis has the highest monthly rent, at £35.59/mo (Image source: Sony UK)

Official Sony PS5 rental service goes live in UK starting at £11/month

Sony UK has just opened an official PS5 rental service, with lease term options of 12, 24 or 36 months, or monthly rolling. The PlayStation Portal and the PS VR2 headset are also available for lease.

Vishal Bhardwaj, 06 Mar 2025 20:07

Stardew Valley Switch update released to address crashes and bugs

Unlike most modern games, Stardew Valley doesn't have a large development team to test patches. Even so, serious bugs have been rare for the farming and life simulator. Its creator identified issues resulting from a recent Stardew...

Adam Corsetti, 06 Mar 2025 01:03

The Switch 2 might use a smartphone as secondary display (Image source: Nintendo)

Switch 2 could get second display for Nintendo DS games: Patent describes magnetic smartphone holder

Future Nintendo Switch 2 owners might be able to equip their handheld with a smartphone as a second display, as a new patent for a corresponding magnetic mount has been filed. This could allow the Japanese gaming behemoth to reviv...

Hannes Brecher, 05 Mar 2025 22:01

Update on Cities: Skylines 2 console release and asset editor frustrates urban planners

Cities: Skylines will celebrate its 10th anniversary next week. However, Cities: Skylines 2 has yet to win over skeptics, and a new update from Paradox Interactive will not change many minds. Players can expect a longer wait for a...

Adam Corsetti, 05 Mar 2025 21:50

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New Harry Potter multiplayer game possible after Hogwarts Legacy developer posts job listings

Keychron Q4 HE launches as 60% all-aluminium Hall-effect wireless gaming keyboard

Update | Open-source free Nintendo 3DS emulator gets first stable release - available on Android, Linux, macOS, and Windows

Patent shows a Sony PS5 controller using solar power to boost battery life

Cherry Xtrfy H3 Wireless gaming headset launched with multi-platform compatibility, 100-hour playtime

Indie Game Utsav to show off over 40 Indian-origin titles at Mumbai Comic Con 2025

Controversial Assassin's Creed Shadows crosses important milestone less than 24 hours after launch

New Switch 2 leak mentions 120Hz LCD screen with HDR and VRR support, but gamers are skeptical

Suspicious Flight Simulator PlayStation Store listing capitalizes on Microsoft PS5 port rumors

The Xbox can play former PlayStation exclusives like God of War with Boosteroid cloud gaming

Assassin's Creed Shadows PS5 Pro performance test sees noticeable boost in lighting quality

GTA 5 could become a PC Game Pass game for the first time according to new rumor

Assassin's Creed Shadows reviews leak ahead of embargo and release date

New software jailbreak for Xbox 360 requires only USB drive

Super Nintendo gets faster as it ages, causing issues for the speedrunning community

Pokémon Legends: Z-A gets promising update as gamers await firm release date

Resident Evil 9 leak describes radically different game than remakes or prior RE titles

Silent Hill f gets ESRB rating after recent trailer but release date remains a mystery

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond will impress at April Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, according to insider

Sony is giving away free God of War Ragnarok Dark Odyssey Collection to celebrate 20th anniversary

New Nintendo Switch 2 leak with possible GameCube controller is exciting Super Smash Bros. Melee fans

Starfield PS5 release hinted at on Bethesda modding site, as Sony eyes more Xbox exclusives

Nintendo Switch 2 rumoured to 'cost $400 or more' when released

EA Sports College Football 26 cover leak may predict new features involving coaches and mascots

PowerWash Simulator 2 may be a Switch 2 game, as fans await the April Nintendo Direct

The PS5 Astro Bot Bundle lands at retailers, and it's surprisingly not a bad deal

Asus to launch Xbox-branded handheld gaming console later this year

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remake release date may be sooner than gamers expected

Assassin's Creed Shadows to get official Steam Deck support at launch

Renewed hopes for new Dino Crisis game after Capcom files a trademark in Japan

Producer wants Battlefield 6 leaks removed and NDA preserved for playtest

GTA 6 Trailer 2: Possible release date discovery mirrors insider analysis

Xbox-branded handheld rumoured to arrive later this year

The best MAR10 Day deals still live include Nintendo Switch Mario games and accessories

Better graphics for PS5 Pro: Sony confirms improved upscaling based on FSR 4

Leak reveals Indiana Jones and the Great Circle PS5 release date on April 17

Nintendo and The Pokémon Company tension over marketing campaigns detailed in podcast

Death Stranding 2 release date and collector's edition announced at Hideo Kojima SXSW panel

Insider expects PC-like new Xbox console but doubts Call of Duty 2026 dev kit rumors

Forza Horizon 5 PS5 gamers will need a Microsoft Xbox account despite no cross-progression

GTA 5 publisher joins Roblox in suing PlayerAccounts marketplace for breaking TOS

FCC listing reveals Nintendo Switch 2 will have NFC, upgraded Wi-Fi, and more

Death Stranding 2 release date reveal expected soon as pre-order details leak

Split Fiction from developers of award winning It Takes Two now available on most platforms

Kraken Kitty V2 and BlackShark V2 X Razer gaming headsets updated with new colorways

Sony launches DualSense Wireless Controller The Last of Us Limited Edition

Official Sony PS5 rental service goes live in UK starting at £11/month

Stardew Valley Switch update released to address crashes and bugs

Switch 2 could get second display for Nintendo DS games: Patent describes magnetic smartphone holder

Update on Cities: Skylines 2 console release and asset editor frustrates urban planners

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