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A couple of recent Nvidia Tegra/Nintendo Switch-related posts by a leaker have sparked speculation about the potential processor for the next-gen Switch. While some are hoping for godlike performance and updated architectures, the more prosaic likelihood is that the Nintendo Switch 2 will still be powered by an Orin-series processor like the mysterious T239 “Drake” chip.

Voice actor Tony Todd has revealed that Marvel's Spider-Man 2 will be launched sometime in September 2023. Marketing campaigns for the game will supposedly go live in August, indicating Sony could announce it around that time.

Available on Amazon since September 2021, the Asus TUF Gaming VG28UQL1A gaming monitor has a 28-inch display size with 3,840 X 2,160 pixels, 144 Hz refresh, 1 ms GtG response time, as well as G-Sync, FreeSync Premium, and Variable Overdrive support. The ongoing 20% discount has pushed the US$749 list price to US$599.

Job vacancies with Game Freak, the developer behind the Pokémon video-game franchise, seem to show that work on Pokémon Gen 10 is forging ahead. The predicted launch year for the title has led to some discussion about when the Nintendo Switch 2 could be released, as it is likely the next-gen Pokémon game will be optimized for the next-gen Switch console.

Great power comes with great fan noise, apparently. The GPD Win 4 crams a laptop-class Ryzen 7 6800U CPU in a form factor that's twice as small. As a result, the internal fan has to work overtime to keep the processor under control.

Valve’s Steam Deck handheld gaming computer has seen its price cut by 10% to celebrate its sort-of first birthday. The bad news is that the Steam Deck discount is temporary until March 23 but the good news is that savings can be had in all regions that the gaming device is sold in. This is the first price cut that Valve has offered on its popular portable machine.

A YouTuber has come up with an interesting solution for a potential Nintendo Switch 2 dev kit solution, but it will likely be too costly for anyone who fancies knocking up next-gen Mario Kart. In addition, a Nintendo executive has been talking about the company’s future, with numerous sites pulling Switch 2 clues out of the context of the interview.

The Ryzen 7 7736U laptop would consume just 60 W when running games compared to 110 to 145 W on the PS4 while offering a similar level of performance. Integrated graphics have come a long way since the launch of the Sony console 10 years ago.

Those looking for an affordable yet reliable and reasonably fast charger that works with multiple devices can choose the new Novoo RG67. Released earlier this week, this is a SuperVOOC 67 W GaN charger with a price tag of US$31.99 that works with smartphones, tablets, the Nintendo Switch console, and even the Macbook Air or Microsoft Surface Book 2.

A new PlayStation 5 Pro report from a gaming industry insider has claimed that the mid-generation console upgrade is already in development and could even be launched in 2024. The information about the potential PS5 Pro release comes from the same source who revealed details about an upcoming revised PS5 console with a detachable disk drive.

Graugear has introduced a new iteration of its M.2 SSD cooling solution for the Sony PlayStation 5. The small accessory should reduce SSD temperatures by up to 25°C and is easy to install.

In new developments to the Microsoft-Activision merger drama, Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) President and CEO Jim Ryan had apparently told the EU antitrust chief that he is no mood for a new Call of Duty deal but wants to block the US$69 billion merger from getting regulatory approval. Despite repeated assurances, Sony does not appear to be convinced by Microsoft's terms and feels that PlayStation gamers will get a sub-par Call of Duty experience should the deal go through.

Some interesting PlayStation 6 rumors have surfaced lately, with one source claiming to have unsurprising news about the identity of the PS6 lead designer. In addition, a well-known tech YouTuber has opined that the PS5 Pro might have to be shelved, leaving Sony to focus on forging partnerships for the PS6.

Bethesda has announced that Starfield has been delayed once again. The highly-anticipated AAA title will now be playable on September 6. More information about the game will be revealed on June 6 at Starfield Direct.

Unleashed earlier today, War Thunder 2.25 "Sky Guardians" comes with the first French ships and the super-heavy Char FCM 2C tank, 18 new and updated aircraft, new locations and missions, as well as updated visual effects. The size of the full game client has broken the 100 GB barrier, but a minimal install needs less than 17 GB.

The Nintendo Switch 2 hype train shows no sign of slowing down as no fewer than three separate social media-related incidents have led to rumors that the Switch successor could be announced or even launched in 2023. The next-generation Nintendo console has no official name, with “Switch Pro” and “Switch 2” frequently appearing in reports.

From a list price of US$329.99, the 2 TB version of the Gigabyte Aorus Gen4 7000s PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD is now down to US$169.99. This SSD features AES-256 encryption support, is compatible with the Sony PlayStation 5 console, and delivers sequential read/write speeds of up to 7000/5500 MB/s.

Steam is now also available on Chromebooks. But the software is still in its beta stage. We installed Steam on an Asus Chromebook Flip CX5 to test out how well the program runs right now and found that some well-known games in our Steam library are playable on this Chromebook.

Ed Boon tried to keep MK 12 under wraps as much as possible, but WB CEO David Zaslav needed to assure investors that 2023 is packed with blockbusters and spilled the beans too early during the recent Q4 2022 earnings call.

It is possible that the next-generation Nintendo Switch console, often called the Switch 2 despite not yet having an official name, has been referenced in an official document in regard to the proposed acquisition of Activision by Microsoft. This development has encouraged some guesstimates at what kind of power a Nintendo Switch 2 device could serve up.

The monitor attaches directly to the console and it even includes a handy remote control and two HDMI ports for added versatility. At US$360, however, it's still a bit pricey.

The regular open beta that can be accessed by everybody between March 24 - 26 will be preceded by a March 17 - 19 early access period reserved for those who pre-purchased a console or PC digital copy, as well as those who manage to get an early access code via social media giveaways.

Compatible with a wide range of devices, including smartphones and consoles, thanks to the USB-C interface, the rugged Samsung T7 Shield SSD arrived back in late April 2022 in 1 TB and 2 TB versions. A 4 TB has been added to the lineup a few months later. Now, all are discounted by up to 48% (for the 2 TB, Beige model).

The latest AMD Adrenaline GPU drivers are reportedly reducing the amount of video memory available to the Radeon 680M iGPU inside the Ryzen 7 6800U in the AYANEO 2 and the AYANEO Geek handheld game consoles. However, the issue only seems to affect the aforementioned consoles and not the entire AYANEO lineup.

A new leak says Horizon Forbidden West will be available to PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers on February 21. Other notable games include Scarlet Nexus, Resident Evil VII and Bioshock 3.

The chances of a refreshed PlayStation 5 console arriving at some point in 2023 seem to have grown as new accessories for the device are apparently in development. It has been reported that Sony is not only working on wireless earbuds for the PS5, but it is also looking at producing another new wireless headset for the console.

Corsair's quick PCIe 4.0 SSD comes with a preinstalled heatsink, which makes the MP600 Pro LPX with 1TB a perfect fit for gamers who would like to upgrade the rather paltry internal storage of their PS5.

Sony has released a new update for some of the circa 32 million PlayStation 5 consoles it has sold to date. Rolling out on Sony's beta program, firmware update 7.00 bring long-awaited HDMI VRR support at 1440p, as well as Discord integration and improved ease-of-use functionality.

Microsoft is not happy with reports of PlayStation chief Jim Ryan meeting with EU officials to discuss the US$69 billion Microsoft-Activision Blizzard deal. Microsoft is accusing Sony of lying to EU regulators that the popular Call of Duty franchise would cease to be available on the PlayStation. Microsoft insists that PlayStation is the current console market leader, and it would not make economic sense to alienate gamers on that platform.

The free PlayStation Plus service games for February have been leaked. There are three games and an expansion listed for the PS4 and three titles mentioned for the PS5. Gamers will be pleased to see OlliOlli World included, and there is also an open-world action game, a survivor horror title, and the addition of Europa to a controversial FPS universe to be enjoyed.

Released in early March 2022, the Asus ROG Fusion II 500 gaming headset features the Hi-Res ESS 9280 Quad DAC that provides an impressive 130 dB SNR value, virtual 7.1 surround, and a noise-canceling AI beamforming microphone. The ongoing 28% discount takes the US$179.99 price down to US$129.99.

Cyberpunk 2077 players will finally be able to take full advantage of DLSS 3 on their GeForce RTX 4000 graphics cards. Dying Light 2 also gets the feature, along with a laundry list of other improvements via the 1.9.0 update.

Sony teased the upcoming Spider-Man 2 as well as possibly a new Uncharted title in a 'Live from PS5' ad that brings back memories from early PlayStation live action marketing. Those who want to buy a PlayStation 5 in 2023 will have a much easier time, reiterated Sony, as it has now significantly increased the console's production.

Industry insider Tom Henderson has learned about two upcoming Ubisoft titles codenamed Project Blackbird and Project Maverick. The former is the successor to Far Cry 6 (likely Far Cry 7) and the latter is a multiplayer-only title set in Alaska.

Sony has finally started selling the DualSense Edge, its premium wireless controller intended for the PlayStation 5. While the DualSense Edge contains several innovations compared to the regular DualSense, it also offers significantly worse battery life.

Nearly six years have passed since Nintendo revealed the Switch. While the console has remained a household favourite since its introduction, Nintendo has done little combat Joy-Con drift, an infamous issue with the device's controller joysticks. Instead, a third-party manufacturer has released an upgrade kit that allows people to upgrade their Joy-Con controllers to Hall Effect joysticks.

The upcoming Dead Space remake will supposedly add another ending, according to data mined from the game's achievements. The game is also said to feature new side quests and will be playable on January 27th across all major platforms.

A CD Projekt Red spokesperson has said Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty will be the company's largest expansion to date, suggesting it could eclipse The Witcher 3's Blood and Wine expansion. The expansion does not have a release date, but should ideally be ready before 2023 ends.

AYANEO is ditching the Alder Lake or Ryzen 6000 processor options for the more advanced Ryzen 7000 chips with Zen 4 cores and RDNA3 iGPU. A discrete GPU will also be included, possibly from the Radeon RX 7000S series, and the handheld will feature a larger 8-inch+ screen.

Those HBO subscribers who are just now coming across Naughty Dog's Last of Us game universe thanks to the new TV series pilot that premiered there, will have a chance to play the PS5 game for free, too. Sony is giving away two full hours of gameplay to PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers.

There have been heightened concerns recently following a discovery that standing PS5s may be prone to liquid metal leakage and eventual console failure. However, the original report has been now retracted as it was a misunderstanding of tweets from French repair shops. The problem can occur only if the PS5 has been manually dismantled affecting the liquid metal barrier and normal use in any position should pose no issues.

New details about the supposed modular PS5, which could end up being some sort of PlayStation 5 Slim console, have been shared by Tom Henderson. Unfortunately, the latest information about the potential 2023 PlayStation 5 revision with a detachable disc drive (PS5 Gen 2) is likely not going to please fans.

WB Games has revealed the minimum system requirements for Hogwarts Legacy, which include a Core i5-6500/Ryzen 5 1400, GeForce GTX 960/Radeon RX 470, 16 GB RAM and 85 GB hard drive space. The game is up for pre-order now and will be playable on February 10.

Released back in March 2019, Tom Clancy's The Division 2 allows the player to lead a team of elite agents against the forces of evil in a fight taking place in a post-pandemic Washington DC. The 70% deal brings the Standard Edition of the game down to US$9, while the Warlords of New York Ultimate Edition is now available for US$24.

The next major PlayStation 5 update version 7.00 will finally bring the highly-anticipated Discord integration, according to sources familiar with the matter. It will also let PS Plus Premium subscribers save precious hard drive space by allowing them to stream PS5 games off the cloud. The update should roll out to consoles worldwide in March 2023.

Thanks to the ongoing "MIDWEEK MADNESS" deal, NBA 2k23 is now available on Steam for just US$20.99. However, those also interested in playing golf can (allegedly) take advantage of the PGA Tour 2K23 X NBA 2k23 Bundle, which is available for US$79.99. Lastly, NBA 2K23 Michael Jordan Edition is now US$49.99 (50% off).

Some hints in the Xbox store suggest Microsoft could bring Ubisoft Plus to Xbox consoles in the next few days. It comes nearly a year after Ubisoft said the subscription service would be available on Xbox.

Microsoft has announced Developer Direct, an event where it will show off various titles coming to Xbox/PC and Game Pass in 2023. Starfield will not be a part of the demo as the company plans to showcase it at a different time.

A report from Winfuture.de says the PlayStation 5 will soon be purchasable with an extra controller in the box. The bundle is expected to hit shelves sometime in January 2023.