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It has been forecast that a potential Nintendo Switch 2, or next-generation Nintendo console, could be on the shelves by 2024. A global entertainment business analyst with a decent track record for game and console-related predictions believes that the current Nintendo Switch will soon be “entering the later stages of its life cycle”.

Praised by many home users and reviewers as one of the best sub-US$100 WiFi 6 Gigabit routers, the TP-Link AX1800 (Archer AX21) features wireless speeds up to 1.8 Gbps, beamforming, as well as a USB 2.0 port for easy file sharing. The 30% discount takes its US$99.99 Amazon list price to US$69.99.

December was the biggest sales month for the PlayStation 5 gaming console ever, as Sony gradually resolved the component supply chain issues that have been plaguing it since launch. According to Sony's Jim Ryan, from now on 'everyone who wants a PS5 should have a much easier time finding one at retailers globally.'

Released at the end of August, the Crucial X8 lineup of portable SSDs uses the USB 3.2 interface, provides up to 4 TB of storage, and speeds up to 1050 MB/s. Now, the 4 TB version is available on Amazon for roughly half the US$479.99 list price, so those interested can get it for US$249.99.

Images of the Nintendo Switch OLED Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Edition have shown up online. The console has a Zelda-themed dock and Joy-cons, but does not include a copy of the game with it.

The Nintendo Switch 2 – or Super Switch – is unlikely to make an appearance in 2023, despite the apparent sales momentum dip experienced by the current Switch console. Discussion about the expected next-generation Switch also alluded to the possibility that plans for a Switch Pro were canned and replaced by the Switch OLED Model.

Compatible with Sony PlayStation 3, 4, and 5 consoles and Windows 7 to Windows 11 PCs, the Logitech G29 racing wheel features stainless steel paddle shifters, a hand-stitched leather wheel, and dual-motor force feedback. With a list price of US$399.99, it is now discounted by 32% on Amazon, so the price tag reads US$272.99.

The free PlayStation Plus games coming to Sony’s subscription service in January 2023 have been leaked. The trio of titles is headed by a hugely popular Star Wars game, while PlayStation Plus subscribers with a PS4 or PS5 can also enjoy free access to a controversial title from Bethesda and a Metroidvania-type game.

In a reply to the UK CMA back in October, Microsoft has stated that Sony has permanently blocked popular titles such as Final Fantasy VII Remake (FF7R), Final Fantasy XVI (FFXVI), Bloodborne, and Silent Hill 2 remaster from coming to the Xbox. Microsoft, in turn, will be making three upcoming Bethesda games, likely Starfield, Redfall, and another unknown title, Xbox and PC exclusive.

Atari is ceasing production of the Atari VCS, just 18 months into the console's lifespan. With revenues drying up and losses mounting, Atari is looking to third parties for licensing deals to plug the gap.

Sony's expensive answer to the Xbox Elite controller - the upcoming DualSense Edge - costs US$200 and features a rich set of customization options for dedicated gamers, including easy to replace modular joysticks. It will, however, also come with shorter battery life than the regular DualSense that ships with the PlayStation 5.

Dubbed "Apex Predators" and labeled 2.23, War Thunder's final update of the year introduces three iconic rank VIII 4th generation fighters, namely the F-16, the MiG-29, and the Tornado. Other changes include new and updated ground vehicles, new locations and missions, interface updates, as well as new music and sound effects.

New PlayStation 5 Pro rumors have been set off thanks to recent comments made by Sony executive Hideaki Nishino. However, while many outlets have opined that 2023 could be the year that a PS5 Pro model is unleashed, others believe a more likely outcome is that a PS5 Slim console will be introduced in the second half of the year.

The PlayStation VR2 has been developed together with the PS5 from the very beginning, said Sony, in order to create a perfect match and a single USB-C cable connection. Porting original PlayStation VR games to the PS VR2 won't be an easy task, as the rendering and controller tracking are rather different on the new headset.

Valve has confirmed details about its plans to release newer versions of the Steam Deck and the Steam Controller. The company has also disclosed hardware upgrades for the current Steam Deck that would otherwise go unnoticed.

According to reports, Sony is still working towards fundamentally changing its PlayStation 5 offering. Reputedly, the company has now sent out modular PS5 test kits, with retail units planned to replace both the regular PS5 and PS5 Digital Edition eventually.

Available separately in 500 GB, 1 TB, and 2 TB versions, as well as bundled with a 5 mm low-profile heatsink (only the 500 GB and 2 TB variants), the Crucial P5 Plus NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD is now discounted on Amazon. The discounts start at 37% (500 GB with heatsink) and go up to 53% (2 TB, standalone).

This handheld device does not integrate a processor or GPU, but it relies on 60 GHz mmWave technology to stream games directly from a more powerful PC or console with ultra-low latency, which should provide a more responsive experience compared to existing game streaming services.

Capable of write speeds up to 1,000 MB/s and 1,050 MB/s reads on USB 3.2 Gen 2 supported devices, the Samsung T7 portable SSD is compatible with PCs, laptops, and consoles. Offering password protection and resistance from shocks, drops, and overheating, it is now discounted on Amazon by up to 44%.

Microsoft has entered a ten-year agreement with Nintendo to bring Call of Duty titles to Nintendo consoles. However, game development will only start once its merger with Activision-Blizzard goes through.

According to a well-renowned data miner, Diablo 4 will supposedly be playable on June 5, 2023. Its size on Xbox will be 80 GB, and it will be available in three versions- Standard Edition, Digital Deluxe Edition and Ultimate Edition.

From Software has confirmed Elden Ring will get some new content in the form of the Colosseum Update. It will be downloadable for free on December 7 on PC, PlayStation and Xbox.

Valve has announced that its successful hand-held console is to become available in select Asian markets. The company will release the Steam Deck through the same distributor in Hong Kong, South Korea, Japan, and Taiwan. The device can be ordered in multiple storage variants from mid-December 2022.

Introduced in 2019 as the successor of the T20 and T40 series, the Creative T100 desktop speakers come with a peak power of 80 W and multiple connectivity options, including Bluetooth 5.0, 3.5 mm AUX, and optical. The ongoing 55% discount offered by Amazon pushes the list price of US$177.85 down to a very attractive US$79.99.

Announced in 2019 and released mid-November 2020, Sony's PlayStation 5 home video game console arrived in the same month as the Microsoft Xbox Series X and Series S. According to insiders familiar with the matter, its successor could launch in 2028. A mid-generation update to arrive in 2023 or 2024 is also quite possible.

CD Projekt Red detailed some new of the new features included in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt next-gen remake. There are plenty of PC and console specific changes such as global illumination, real-time raytracing and a dedicated photo mode. The update is free and can be downloaded on December 14.

God of War Ragnarok's game director Eric Williams said in an interview that the game is unlikely to get any DLC because the developers have put quite a lot of content into the game. However, he doesn't rule out the possibility entirely, indicating there could still be some hone for fans seeking closure.

Gamers will have to pay for Cyberpunk 2077's first (and only) story-driven DLC, Phantom Liberty. It will likely cost between US$10 and US$20 and launch sometime in early 2023.

CD Projekt Red has announced The Witcher 3's next-gen update will be launched on December 13. It will include both DLCs, some third-party mods and some content from the Netflix series. The company will reveal more information about the remake via live stream next week.

MediaTek announced this week that it would be developing the silicon used to power both the PS VR2 headset and the PS Sense controllers. Sony stated that it chose to work with MediaTek because the chip manufacturer could develop an SoC that was powerful and efficient enough to meet their demands, although cost is another probable factor.

Razer has introduced the Wolverine V2 Pro, a controller that supports the PlayStation 5 and PCs. Equipped with numerous features for competitive gamers, the Wolverine V2 Pro will ship sooner than Sony's DualSense Edge wireless controller, which will not be available until late January 2023.

Remedy Entertainment has confirmed Control 2, the sequel to 2019's Control, is in the early stages of development. It will be launched on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S|X at an unspecified date.

As expected, Sony’s God of War Ragnarök turns out to be a beautiful game on PS5 which can undoubtedly compete with the best-looking titles that this current console generation has to offer. Its 1440p performance mode with up to 90 fps appears to be particularly noteworthy since it allows for an extremely smooth gaming experience.

A Windows Central report says Diablo 4 will be playable in April 2023. Pre-orders are expected to kick off in December 2022 at The Game Awards.

Microsoft has not yet raised prices for either of its current-generation consoles. However, Phil Spencer has outlined that Microsoft's sales strategy leaves the Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X consoles as loss leaders, with up to US$200 lost per console.

Sony has revealed more details about the PlayStation VR 2 headset. Not only has the company announced the headset's price, but it has also confirmed PS VR2's pre-order and release dates. Sony has added another 11 titles to the VR headset's game list too.

Sony's latest PlayStation 5 revisions have now reached Europe. Currently available in a specific bundle, CFI-1202A and CFI-1202B revisions rely on a more efficient APU based on AMD's Oberon Plus architecture.

Sony has revealed the free games for PlayStation Plus Essential, Extra and Premium/Deluxe subscribers for November. They are Nioh 2, Lego Harry Potter Collection and Heavenly Bodies. All three titles will be downloadable on November 1.

The original The Witcher from 2007 is all set to get a new lease on life. CD Projekt Red has confirmed that Fool's Theory is remaking the game in Unreal Engine 5. Unfortunately, its release date or platform availability has not been revealed.

Released to universal critical acclaim for multiple platforms back in 2016, Persona 5 got the Royal version in 2019, and now this version is finally making its way to the Nintendo Switch system. This title includes more than 40 items of previously released downloadable content and carries a price tag that reads US$59.99.

Sony has finally outlined how much the DualSense Edge controller will cost. Announcing the wireless controller's release date in the process, the DualSense Edge will be the PS5's alternative to the Xbox Elite Series 2 wireless controller.

Scheduled to launch next week, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II has just received an in-depth list of PC requirements for a minimum, recommended, competitive, and ultra 4K level of gaming experience. Early access to the campaign will begin tomorrow, and today at 10 AM PT, the game will be available for pre-load.

A new leak suggests that game developers have started receiving PlayStation 5 Pro devkits from Sony. There is no word about when the console will be unveiled, but it is unlikely to happen within the next six months or so.

Already released for consoles and PC, the Crysis Remastered Trilogy has only been available for the latter as an Epic Games Store exclusive. Now, the trilogy is ready to land on Steam, where it will become available on November 17 with a generous first-week discount of 40 percent (55 percent for those who already own Crysis Remastered).

Razer has officially announced its first-ever handheld gaming console at Razercon 2022. The Razer Edge has some interesting specs, such as a high-refresh-rate AMOLED panel, a beefy Qualcomm chip and a 5,000 mAh battery. It goes on sale in January 2023 starting at US$399.

In addition to what Nintendo labels as "general system stability improvements" and delivers with each system update, the firmware update 15.0.0 for the brand's portable gaming console also allows users to take screenshots when using the Nintendo Switch Online application. Sadly, there are no other major changes.

Proprietary storage loses the battle yet again. By sticking with standardized M.2 2280 PCIe4 x4 SSDs, PS5 owners are now paying much less than XBox owners when it comes to adding additional storage.

Valve has officially launched a docking station for the Steam Deck called the Steam Dock. It offers a wide range of connecvity options such as a DP port, HDMI port, USB-Type-A/USB Type-C ports and an Ethernet jack. One can purcahse it from Valve's website for US$89.

The beloved Witcher franchise will get a total of five new games, developed by different studios. CD Projekt Red also confirmed that it is working on a Cyberpunk 2077 sequel and that is plans to expand its global presence.

EA and Motive Studio have revealed some more footage of the upcoming Dead Space remake. It highlights the new engine's capabilities and some important gameplay elements. The game will be playable on PC and current-generation consoles on January 27.