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Deal | Cyber Monday gaming headset steal: Razer's BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed is now 54% off on Amazon

The Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed is regarded as one of the best budget wireless gaming headsets in the business, and thanks to a Cyber Monday discount that extends its Black Friday pricing, you can grab it at its lowest price to...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 30 Nov 2025 11:51

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Switch 2 box shot (Image source: Amazon, Nintendo with edits)

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond leaks raise concerns, as fans play Switch 2 game before release date

With some stores breaking Nintendo's street date, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond leaks are accumulating. One gamer has shared detailed impressions about how Retro Studios has revamped the franchise. The player sheds light on the role of ...

Adam Corsetti, 30 Nov 2025 02:55

PS5 and Switch 2 consoles shown on Union Jack flag backdrop (Image source: Sony PlayStation, Nintendo with edits)

October Nintendo Switch 2 sales fall behind PS5 in UK, as Sony's console gains momentum in Europe

In several European strongholds, PlayStation refuses to concede its top spot to Nintendo. PS5 sales in October outpaced the Switch 2 in the UK, with similar results in Spain. Exclusive Switch 2 games have attracted buyers, but the...

Adam Corsetti, 29 Nov 2025 22:52

Roblox's CEO David Baszucki pictured in the podcast (image source: New York Times)

Roblox CEO defends its predator crisis as an ‘opportunity’ while downplaying gambling as 'fun' if done right

Roblox CEO David Baszucki’s appearance on The New York Times’ Hard Fork podcast has sparked backlash after he framed the platform’s child predator crisis as an “opportunity” and floated the idea of gambling-like mechanics as “fun”...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 29 Nov 2025 08:49

Bloodborne PC version seen on gaming monitor (Image source: Sony PlayStation with edits)

ShadPS4 Bloodborne emulator shows dramatic PC performance gains over PS5, with no remaster in sight

So far, Sony and FromSoftware have ignored calls for a Bloodborne remaster. The ShadPS4 emulator has come to the rescue, showing the potential of a Bloodborne PC release. Improved frame rates and modernized lighting effects tease ...

Adam Corsetti, 29 Nov 2025 01:42

The Steam Machine features a concoction of last-generation hardware with just 8 GB of VRAM. (Image source: Valve)

YouTuber shares insights into belief why Valve Steam Machine pricing could be just $50 shy of the PlayStation 5 Pro

YouTuber Linus Sebastian has indicated that the Valve Steam Machine may retail for significantly more than previously expected. Blaming narrow profit margins, the owner of Linus Tech Tips suggests that the Steam Machine may only b...

Alex Alderson, 29 Nov 2025 01:20

Switch and Switch 2 games on sale for Black Friday are shown (Image source: Amazon, Walmart with edits)

Deal | Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 game prices are slashed for Black Friday, including Mario and Zelda

Black Friday features Switch and Switch 2 sales on some of the most popular Nintendo games. Newer releases like Donkey Kong Bananza and Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 are part of the fun. Zelda games, including Tears of...

Adam Corsetti, 28 Nov 2025 17:27

Switch 2 Mario Kart World Bundle with Nintendo eShop gift cards (Image source: Nintendo of America, Sam's Club with edits)

Deal | The Switch 2 price shockingly falls by $100 with Nintendo eShop gift card deal

A discount on Nintendo’s latest console wasn’t expected on Black Friday. With a Sam’s Club sale on eShop gift cards, buyers can purchase the Switch 2 Mario Kart World Bundle for $400. The reduced Switch 2 price looks more attracti...

Adam Corsetti, 27 Nov 2025 23:39

The AIR SNES is a Nike Air Max 90 with a built-in console, sorta. (Image source: Bonzanini Design)

AIR SNES: designer makes sneakers that double as a retro console

Gustavo Bonzanini, a designer, has made a pair of custom Nike sneakers to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Japanese launch of the SNES. The sneakers match the console colors and even house a console that connects to a TV.

Habeeb Onawole, 27 Nov 2025 09:38

PlayStation Plus: Sony reveals triple-A free games plan for December 2025 ahead of schedule

Sony has revealed its PlayStation Plus plans for December 2025 ahead of time. Joining the likes of Red Dead Redemption and Grand Theft Auto V, next month's lineup will replace EA Sports WRC 24, Stray and Totally Accurate Battle Si...

Alex Alderson, 26 Nov 2025 20:06

Call of Duty: Warzone seen on Nintendo Switch 2 (Image source: Sony PlayStation, Nintendo of America with edits)

Job listing hints at new Call of Duty Switch 2 game, with Black Ops 7 absent from Nintendo console

Despite a 10-year agreement in place, Activision hasn't released a Call of Duty Switch or Switch 2 game. A job listing could finally signal the return of the shooter franchise to a Nintendo console. Sledgehammer Games is hunting f...

Adam Corsetti, 26 Nov 2025 17:48

Battlefield 6: Try the shooter now for free and harrass enemy tanks with the golf cart on the Eastwood map. (Image: Electronic Arts)

Battlefield 6: Multiplayer shooter free to try out for one week

Electronic Arts and Battlefield Studios have launched a free trial of Battlefield 6. From now until December 2, the multiplayer shooter is available to try for free on all current platforms.

Ronald Matta, 26 Nov 2025 17:41

Epic Games' CEO Tim Sweeney says the RAM price hike crisis is here to stay

The CEO predicts trouble for high-end gaming in the coming years, as datacenter and AI-centric demand remains relatively price-inelastic amid a DRAM shortage.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 26 Nov 2025 06:01

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The Steam Machine may have a higher price than consoles, but PC games are getting cheaper

Despite the higher cost of gaming PCs, popular Steam games are becoming less expensive. A new study analyses the successful titles on Valve’s marketplace since February 2023. The Steam Machine will benefit from lower-priced indie ...

Adam Corsetti, 26 Nov 2025 02:20

Discontinued Pokémon game with 3DS connection could return after Nintendo files new trademark

A Nintendo trademark may signal the revival of a Pokémon game. Mainly an attraction in Asia, Pokémon Tretta involved collectible tiles scanned by an arcade cabinet. It also worked with the Pokémon X and Y 3DS game and an accessory...

Adam Corsetti, 25 Nov 2025 03:14

GTA 6 PC release theory has fans divided

GTA 6 is expected to arrive on PC at least a year after the console release in November 2026, but a new theory suggests it could be sooner. Fans believe that is unlikely looking at GTA V and the next generation of consoles coming ...

Vineet Washington, 24 Nov 2025 18:27

Lexar 1TB microSD Express card resting on Switch 2 (Image source: Lexar with edits)

MicroSD card shortage could inflate Switch 2 storage prices, with Game-Key Cards a factor

For Switch 2 owners who rely on microSD Express cards, there are signs of trouble in Japan. MicroSD alternatives are selling at unprecedented rates, making the faster format a target. AI investors have strained the global memory s...

Adam Corsetti, 24 Nov 2025 17:55

Closeup of PS3 console is shown (Image source: PlayStation Blog with edits)

The PS5 could support PS3 games without PS Plus cloud streaming, as work on emulator continues

Despite setbacks, the dream of playing PS3 games on the PS5 without streaming is alive. The console’s unique architecture has excluded the titles from Sony’s PlayStation Plus Premium service. Implicit Conversions remains committed...

Adam Corsetti, 24 Nov 2025 02:17

DualSense PS5 controller shown submerged in water (Image source: Sony PlayStation with edits)

Sony patent shows how DualSense PS5 haptic feedback could become more immersive in new controllers

A new Sony patent details an unusual way to enhance the haptic feedback on the DualSense PS5 controller. Instead of motors or voice coil actuators, the new system would rely on hydraulic pressure. Future controllers could have res...

Adam Corsetti, 23 Nov 2025 22:43

Valve Steam Machine next to PS5 in living room (Image source: Sony PlayStation, Valve with edits)

Valve interview confirms Steam Machine price will mirror a gaming PC, but has console advantages

Valve has supplied one of the most detailed explanations yet regarding the Steam Machine price. After a Skill Up interview, gamers know that the company will not absorb losses to compete with Sony. While a comparable gaming PC wou...

Adam Corsetti, 22 Nov 2025 21:59

The interface gives Windows 11 a cleaner, more console-like feel for anyone using a controller. (Image source: Microsoft.com)

Microsoft expands Xbox Full Screen experience to PC

Microsoft brings the Xbox Full Screen Experience to Windows 11 PCs, giving laptops and desktops a console-style interface designed for controller use.

Darryl Linington, 22 Nov 2025 16:55

The Analogue 3D now costs more due to tariffs. (Image source: Analogue)

Analogue 3D to get restocked on November 24, gets a price increase too

Analogue has announced a date for when its N64 console remake, the Analogue 3D, will be restocked. It has also announced that the console will sell for a higher price.

Habeeb Onawole, 22 Nov 2025 13:36

Xbox Series S and X consoles are shown (Image source: Xbox Wire with edits)

Xbox price increase possible as RAM shortages hit Microsoft's consoles harder than PS5

The already high Xbox Series X price may inflate even further. Moore’s Law Is Dead reveals that Microsoft is warning partners that RAM shortages will force another increase. Sony is less likely to change the PS5 price, as it has a...

Adam Corsetti, 22 Nov 2025 02:24

Banner with Steam and PS5 logos is shown (Image source: Steam, Sony PlayStation with edits)

PS5 exclusives boost Sony's PC sales to $1.2 billion, but Steam Machine could change the equation

Porting PlayStation exclusives to Steam looks like a wise business decision. Sony has amassed $1.5 billion in gross revenue, bolstered by Helldivers 2 PC sales. While the Steam Machine could make Valve’s platform even more enticin...

Adam Corsetti, 21 Nov 2025 23:35

Retail packaging of PS5 Pro with console. (Image source: Amazon)

Deal | PS5 Black Friday deals: All consoles, including PS5 Pro, get $100 discount

Sony is running Black Friday deals for PS5 shoppers with $100 discount on all consoles, as well as some bundles targeting fans of certain games. The PS5 Pro is also discounted this time around.

Vineet Washington, 21 Nov 2025 19:25

Borderlands 4's Bloomreaper (Image source: 2K)

Borderlands 4’s first DLC goes free after performance debacle as 2K revises post-launch plans

Borderlands 4’s first DLC has been made free after launch-day performance issues forced Gearbox to cut back its original content plans. 2K’s latest press release details its product map for 2026.

David Odejide, 21 Nov 2025 19:21

Stellar Blade sequel development update banner (Image source: Shift Up with edits)

Stellar Blade sequel could release day-one on PCs, after original launched as PS5 exclusive

Development of the Stellar Blade sequel continues to advance, after a new update from Shift Up. The press statement highlights that the title will be a cross-platform release. After debuting as a PS5 exclusive game, the first Stel...

Adam Corsetti, 21 Nov 2025 17:52

One of the best Assassin's Creed games will get a remake soon. The main character pictured. (image source: Ubisoft)

Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag remake tipped to arrive earlier than initially anticipated

Insider Gaming has learned that Ubisoft could unveil the Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag remake this fiscal year. The game was rumoured to be in development for a while and slated to bring some new mechanics.

Anil Ganti, 21 Nov 2025 13:59

The new Path of Exile 2 league will be launched in December (image source: Grinding Gear Games)

Path of Exile 2: The Last of the Druids finally has a release date

Grinding Gear Games will officially show off Path of Exile 2: The Last of the Druids in early December. The new league will be playable shortly after, and will even gets a free weekend for those curious about the ARPG.

Anil Ganti, 21 Nov 2025 08:11

Lenovo Legion Go 2 with Xbox Full Screen Experience is shown (Image source: Lenovo, Xbox Wire with edits)

Xbox Full Screen Experience arrives on Legion Go 2 and other Windows handhelds earlier than expected

Microsoft used its Xbox Full Screen Experience to convince console fans to purchase the ROG Xbox Ally. Sooner than anticipated, the Lenovo Legion Go 2 and other handheld gaming PCs are receiving the update. The gaming-focused UI r...

Adam Corsetti, 20 Nov 2025 21:47

Battlefield 6 topped US game sales chart in October. Official poster of the game with an armed man and airplanes in the air pictured. (Image source: EA)

Battlefield 6 tops US sales for October 2025, Pokémon Legends Z-A dominates physical charts as Switch 2 hardware surges

Battlefield 6 led all U.S. video game sales in October 2025, becoming the best-selling premium title of the year so far. Circana data also shows the shooter delivered the strongest single-month revenue of any game since Modern War...

David Odejide, 20 Nov 2025 20:37

Money Fronts in Grand Theft Auto Online banner (Image source: Rockstar Games, with edits)

Potential GTA 6 clothing leaks after dataminer finds suspicious files in GTA Online

A new GTA 6 leak may hint that items from the upcoming game will be accessible in GTA Online. A dataminer noticed that clothing available in GTA 5 uses different textures and file names. During the endless wait for the GTA 6 relea...

Adam Corsetti, 20 Nov 2025 17:54

A screengrab from Subnautica 2 running on PC (image source: SteamDB)

Subnautica 2's publisher Krafton turned to AI to help deny a $250 million payout to former devs

During the recent pre-trial process, allegations against the publisher included using AI to devise legal means to avoid paying Unknown Worlds Entertainment their due.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 20 Nov 2025 03:53

Ghost of Yotei New Game Plus launches on Playstation consoles in late November 2025. Official teaser. (image source: Sony)

Ghost of Yotei update adds New Game Plus, new merchant, Photo Mode upgrades, and more on November 24

Sony has announced a major free update for Ghost of Yotei in its PlayStation blog, arriving on November 24. The patch will bring a significantly expanded New Game Plus mode, new progression layers, additional cosmetics, Photo Mode...

Santiago Nino, 20 Nov 2025 00:13

Steam Machine pictured next to PS5 console (Image source: Valve, Sony PlayStation with edits)

Steam Machine price may be much higher than PS5, after Valve reportedly balks at $500 suggestion

Guesses for the price of the Steam Machine continue to vary wildly. After meeting with Valve, Linus Tech Tips believes it may cost significantly more than the PS5. If priced like a gaming PC, the system may not offer the specs and...

Adam Corsetti, 19 Nov 2025 22:28

Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition Switch and Switch 2 banner (Image source: Nintendo of America with edits)

Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition doesn't maximize Switch 2 specs, missing features of PS4 port

One of the most popular Tomb Raider games unexpectedly landed on Switch consoles. Unfortunately, with outdated graphics, Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition lacks some capabilities of the 2014 PS4 version. In a comparison video, the S...

Adam Corsetti, 19 Nov 2025 17:43

A render of Jsaux's Steam Machine e-ink and LCD front panel screens. (Image source: Jsaux)

Jsaux to introduce Steam Machine screen front panels

Noteworthy peripheral manufacturer Jsaux appears set to bring e-ink and/or pixel screen front panel(s) to Steam Machine, like a not-for-sale screen panel previously seen at Valve.

Christopher Harper, 19 Nov 2025 15:14

PlayStation's Black Friday deals will kick off on November 21. Promo image. (Image source: PlayStation)

PlayStation's Black Friday deals go live on Nov. 21, and cut across consoles, games, and merchandise

PlayStation has detailed its Black Friday deals for 2025. Not only will the deals be live a week before Black Friday, but buyers will be able to save on consoles, accessories, merchandise, and PlayStation Plus subscriptions.

Habeeb Onawole, 19 Nov 2025 10:06

The Game Awards banner is shown (Image source: The Game Awards with edits)

The Game Awards website frustrates with crashes and errors even after resolving Cloudflare outage

Cloudflare service issues are not the only reason for the problematic The Game Awards 2025 website. Facing crashes and pages that refuse to load, gamers are struggling to vote for their favorite titles. Game of the Year is one of ...

Adam Corsetti, 19 Nov 2025 03:25

A screengrab from Resident Evil Requiem's Trailer 2 (image source: Resident Evil YT)

Capcom scrapped a six-year multiplayer Resident Evil prototype before turning it into Requiem

Capcom revealed in a Press Start Australia interview that it abandoned a six-year multiplayer Resident Evil prototype, which was developed initially before Resident Evil 8: Village, because it was “fun to play,” making it diverge ...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 19 Nov 2025 03:16

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Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 dips to 1.7 Metacritic user score as fans slam campaign, generative AI and boss fight

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 has faced intense player backlash, sinking to roughly a 1.7/10 Metacritic user score, contrasting with its 83/100 critic Metascore, as after users slammed its weak campaign, a derided giant-Michael Rooker...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 18 Nov 2025 21:07

A new update for Asus ROG Ally consoles has been announced (image source: Asus)

Asus rolls out major firmware update for ROG Ally, ROG Ally X, ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X

The ACSE 2.1.15.0 update is now rolling out for the entire Asus ROG Ally lineup. ROG Xbox Ally X users get to fine-tune the P/E-cores of their handhelds individually.

Anil Ganti, 18 Nov 2025 19:26

A tank from the new Rodeo mission for Gauntlet game mode in Battlefield 6 RedSec. (Image source: EA)

Battlefield 6 free trial is coming soon as Thanksgiving approaches

EA has announced a free trial for Battlefield 6 and players will get access to a total of five modes, but only four of them have been revealed. The trial will last for a week and include all the latest updates to the game.

Vineet Washington, 18 Nov 2025 18:55

Ex-Square Enix executive says gamers don't care about generative AI, citing Arc Raiders success

A former Square Enix business director thinks that most gamers aren't bothered by the use of AI tools. Jacob Navok highlights Arc Raiders Steam charts data to argue that opponents are fighting a losing battle. More developers are ...

Adam Corsetti, 18 Nov 2025 18:09

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Battlefield 6 retail box shots (Image source: Amazon, Activision with edits)

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 sales in UK trail Battlefield 6 and are 61% less than Black Ops 6

Steam users didn’t flock to Activision’s new shooter on the Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 release date. UK retailers also failed to attract as many buyers for the game as they typically do with the franchise. Physical Black Ops 7 sale...

Adam Corsetti, 18 Nov 2025 02:48

VKD3D-Proton, a component of SteamOS and Steam Play, now supports AMD FSR 4. A promo image of the Steam Machine with a controller and TV pictured. (Image Source: Valve)

VKD3D-Proton 3.0 release paves way for AMD FSR 4 on Steam Machine

VKD3D-Proton 3.0 adds AMD FSR 4 support to Linux and Valve's SteamOS, and flags within it suggest it could be used to enable the INT8 version of FSR 4 for prior-gen AMD GPUs, including those used by Steam Machine and Steam Deck.

Christopher Harper, 17 Nov 2025 23:40

GTA 6 shown on gaming PC monitor (Image source: Rockstar Games with edits)

Despite no GTA 6 release date for Windows, Take-Two CEO admits PC gaming is gaining popularity

Following another console delay, the GTA 6 PC release date may be multiple years away. Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick acknowledges that PC gaming continues to see rising support. Nevertheless, there are no signs that Roc...

Adam Corsetti, 17 Nov 2025 23:40

2025's game of the year lineup is absolutely stacked (image source: @geoffkeighley on X)

The Game Awards reveals candidates for 2025's coveted Game of the Year race

Nominees for Games of the Year have finally been unveiled. As anticipated, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is on there, along with Hollow Knight: Silksong. Ghost of Yotei is notably absent, but it has been nominated for other categori...

Anil Ganti, 17 Nov 2025 23:01

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Deal | Cyber Monday gaming headset steal: Razer's BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed is now 54% off on Amazon

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond leaks raise concerns, as fans play Switch 2 game before release date

October Nintendo Switch 2 sales fall behind PS5 in UK, as Sony's console gains momentum in Europe

Roblox CEO defends its predator crisis as an ‘opportunity’ while downplaying gambling as 'fun' if done right

ShadPS4 Bloodborne emulator shows dramatic PC performance gains over PS5, with no remaster in sight

YouTuber shares insights into belief why Valve Steam Machine pricing could be just $50 shy of the PlayStation 5 Pro

Deal | Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 game prices are slashed for Black Friday, including Mario and Zelda

Deal | The Switch 2 price shockingly falls by $100 with Nintendo eShop gift card deal

Video | An RTX 5080 powered handheld! ... Sort of!

AIR SNES: designer makes sneakers that double as a retro console

PlayStation Plus: Sony reveals triple-A free games plan for December 2025 ahead of schedule

Job listing hints at new Call of Duty Switch 2 game, with Black Ops 7 absent from Nintendo console

Battlefield 6: Multiplayer shooter free to try out for one week

Epic Games' CEO Tim Sweeney says the RAM price hike crisis is here to stay

The Steam Machine may have a higher price than consoles, but PC games are getting cheaper

Discontinued Pokémon game with 3DS connection could return after Nintendo files new trademark

GTA 6 PC release theory has fans divided

MicroSD card shortage could inflate Switch 2 storage prices, with Game-Key Cards a factor

The PS5 could support PS3 games without PS Plus cloud streaming, as work on emulator continues

Sony patent shows how DualSense PS5 haptic feedback could become more immersive in new controllers

Valve interview confirms Steam Machine price will mirror a gaming PC, but has console advantages

Microsoft expands Xbox Full Screen experience to PC

Analogue 3D to get restocked on November 24, gets a price increase too

Xbox price increase possible as RAM shortages hit Microsoft's consoles harder than PS5

PS5 exclusives boost Sony's PC sales to $1.2 billion, but Steam Machine could change the equation

Deal | PS5 Black Friday deals: All consoles, including PS5 Pro, get $100 discount

Borderlands 4’s first DLC goes free after performance debacle as 2K revises post-launch plans

Stellar Blade sequel could release day-one on PCs, after original launched as PS5 exclusive

Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag remake tipped to arrive earlier than initially anticipated

Path of Exile 2: The Last of the Druids finally has a release date

Xbox Full Screen Experience arrives on Legion Go 2 and other Windows handhelds earlier than expected

Battlefield 6 tops US sales for October 2025, Pokémon Legends Z-A dominates physical charts as Switch 2 hardware surges

Potential GTA 6 clothing leaks after dataminer finds suspicious files in GTA Online

Subnautica 2's publisher Krafton turned to AI to help deny a $250 million payout to former devs

Ghost of Yotei update adds New Game Plus, new merchant, Photo Mode upgrades, and more on November 24

Steam Machine price may be much higher than PS5, after Valve reportedly balks at $500 suggestion

Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition doesn't maximize Switch 2 specs, missing features of PS4 port

Jsaux to introduce Steam Machine screen front panels

PlayStation's Black Friday deals go live on Nov. 21, and cut across consoles, games, and merchandise

The Game Awards website frustrates with crashes and errors even after resolving Cloudflare outage

Capcom scrapped a six-year multiplayer Resident Evil prototype before turning it into Requiem

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 dips to 1.7 Metacritic user score as fans slam campaign, generative AI and boss fight

Asus rolls out major firmware update for ROG Ally, ROG Ally X, ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X

Battlefield 6 free trial is coming soon as Thanksgiving approaches

Ex-Square Enix executive says gamers don't care about generative AI, citing Arc Raiders success

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 sales in UK trail Battlefield 6 and are 61% less than Black Ops 6

VKD3D-Proton 3.0 release paves way for AMD FSR 4 on Steam Machine

Despite no GTA 6 release date for Windows, Take-Two CEO admits PC gaming is gaining popularity

The Game Awards reveals candidates for 2025's coveted Game of the Year race

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