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In its latest update about the new fighting game, 2XKO, Riot Games has confirmed that there will only be 10 playable characters at launch. The developer briefly explained why the character roster is limited and revealed the launch date for the next alpha play test in April.

Documents from a U.S. retailer point to a late spring or early summer Switch 2 release date. Pre-orders may not begin until a week after the April 2nd Nintendo Direct. Unfortunately, the Insider Gaming source doesn't expect generous stock levels.

The problematic Xbox Elite Series 2 controller is forcing gamers to rely on the Amazon return policy. Despite its high cost, the esports controller suffers from malfunctioning buttons and stick drift.

Switch 2 backwards compatibility may become more complicated than expected. While original Switch games should boot on the new console, Nintendo referenced Switch 2 Edition titles. These games might take full advantage of upgraded Switch 2 specs but could incur added costs.

SanDisk has introduced a new and robust external storage solution. The Extreme Portable for PlayStation 5 and PC also sports a special design, an IP certification and is supposed to survive drops from certain heights.

Nintendo may be looking to add more functionality to the Switch 2 joy-cons. A new Nintendo Today! promo image depicts a visible C button. The January reveal video hid the label, while Switch 2 leaks speculated over its purpose.

Major EA titles are coming to Amazon's Luna cloud gaming service with two Star Wars Jedi games and Dead Space already available. Luna is included with a Prime membership, but there is a paid Luna+ subscription with additional benefits as well.

The new Virtual Game Cards will allow digital games to be easily managed and shared between devices akin to physical game cards. The feature will arrive as an update in April and will also be available on the unreleased Switch 2.

Regular leaks have taken some of the mystery out of the April 2nd Switch 2 Nintendo Direct. Now, Best Buy Canada has announced that pre-orders will begin the same day. On a now removed blog post, the retail giant discusses Switch 2 specs and an anticipated launch title.

Gamers might have to wait a while before they get a chance to play Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet. Jason Schreier states the game is expected to launch sometime in 2027.

Mario Kart 9 looks destined to become a Switch 2 launch title. Yet, a former Nintendo marketing lead thinks a more innovative game should take the spotlight. Other gamers argue that the time is right for a new Mario Kart.

Delta, a popular game console emulator for iOS, will receive an update on Monday, March 31st. This update will bring online multiplayer functionality for the Nintendo DS core to the public release. This feature has been locked behind the Patreon-linked beta version of Delta.

Nintendo just revealed a Direct livestream for March 27th. However, any Switch 2 release date or launch title news won't happen until the following April 2nd Direct. On Nintendo's YouTube channel, gamers can expect to learn more about unannounced current-gen Switch games.

The PlayStation Store looks radically different than it did a year ago. Xbox exclusives are appearing on the pre-order sales charts in increasing numbers. Will gamers ever see Sony's PS5 titles on an Xbox console?

A new leak from Insider Gaming lays out how Nintendo Switch 2 games will be revealed in 2025. It will commence in three phases starting in June when the console launches.

A port of Populous, a cult classic "God Sim" game, for the Nintendo Entertainment System was recently discovered and dumped online. The port appears to be complete and ready for publication, but the rights owner decided to not distribute the game due to the age of the 8-bit console.

The mystery of the GTA 6 release date is causing chaos across the gaming industry. A new interview with prominent publishers shows how the confusion could lead to widespread delays. To avoid lost revenue, these companies intend to avoid competing with Rockstar Games.

Gamers can now recreate their favorite The Walking Dead moments in Fortnite. Epic Games has unveiled new weapons and NPCs inspired by TV series and comic books. After a leak, Sabrina Carpenter will also likely become the next Fortnite Festival icon.

For everyone eagerly awaiting the Nintendo Switch 2, there might be good news on the horizon. Well-known tech journalist and restock tracker Matt Swider believes that pre-orders could open very soon.

A popular insider is arguing that Sony won't allow PC ports on future Xbox consoles. Many gamers disagree since any Windows-based system should support Steam. Microsoft may soon release an Xbox handheld that could act as a test case for booting PlayStation's cross-platform games.

Off to an impressive start, Ubisoft's new release hopes to earn the title of the best Assassin's Creed game. To this point, Assassin's Creed Shadows is falling short of the player counts notched by the 2020 Valhalla. Fresh Ubisoft data also shows the influence of Steam on the game's popularity.

The Phawx just showed off an Asus ROG Ally running an early build of SteamOS. While most of its functions work, there are still a few kinks that need to be ironed out, like the TDP slider.

Bethesda and Machine Games have confirmed Indiana Jones and the Great Circle will launch on the PlayStation 5 next month. It will be playable in mid-April and the title will be PS5 Pro Enhanced certified at launch.

PS4 emulation is progressing steadily and shadPS4 now has AMD FSR and HDR support, among other features. Games like Bloodborne, Dark Souls Remastered, Red Dead Redemption, and more can run successfully.

Nintendo has hardly revealed anything about the Switch 2 yet. Nonetheless, one Dutch retailer has already opened pre-orders for the console and is charging people €499 for the privilege of being first in line.

It is possible that Dark Space created a fairly accurate GTA 6 map mod for GTA V, which is why lawyers from Take-Two took the video down. The download links for the mod are not available anymore.

The Switch 2 Direct may not be the only official Nintendo event in the next few weeks. Several journalists and insiders are dropping hints about announcements this week. Gamers didn't expect Switch news, but Nintendo's partners reportedly have many unannounced games.

Gamers anticipating a God of War remaster of earlier Greek titles may have to wait. An insider is now confident that Sony will debut a side story based on the franchise this year. The release could satisfy players until a new God of War game set in Egypt is ready.

Gamers are hoping that a new Xbox console doesn't leave past-generation titles behind. Functioning like a Windows gaming PC, it may not natively boot older Xbox games. Players could get a glimpse into the future with the upcoming Project Kennan Asus handheld.

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 successful multiplayer title.

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.

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 connected to renewable solar power.

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.

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.

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 controversies since the initial trailers.

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 the system competitive with the most capable handheld PCs.

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.

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 service.

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 version is missing some Sony-promoted features like PSSR upscaling.

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 for several years.

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 originate from IGN Brasil and Console Creatures.

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 every time the console power cycles.

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 supposed to.

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 changes before an expected late 2025 release date.

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 date or official news.

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 finally confirms a Silent Hill f release date?

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.

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 Collection", the rewards will be available to all God of War players regardless of what version of the game they own.

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.