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A 25-year-old, unopened copy of the game Super Mario 64 for the Nintendo 64 has been sold at an auction for the mind-blowing price of US$1.5 million. It's the first video game to sell for more than US$1 million, after the prices of two other classic Nintendo games had only climbed to six figures.

Cyberpunk 2077 made a quiet return to the PlayStation Store on June 21. It is now the best selling game on the PS4 for June 2021, which is quite an impressive feat for a title that has been on the platform for nine days. Furthermore, Sony also recommended PS4 players to steer clear of the title, given its inability to run properly on the base console.

Nintendo’s new Switch console brings a few new key features to the table, but not necessarily everything fans may have wanted. Chief among the omissions was a faster processor, but it also looks like Nintendo doesn’t appear to have done anything to address the long-standing Joy-Con drift issue.

AMD has now confirmed that the 4700S Desktop Kit will be coming to 80+ designs in the coming days. The AMD 4700S is an SoC that is pretty much similar to the one found in the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S but comes with the RDNA 2 iGPU disabled. AMD is pitched the 4700S Desktop Kit primarily for productivity and light 3D workflows.

The Kickstarter project is looking to finance a compact display, which can transform an Xbox Series S into a kind of gaming laptop. It could be an ideal solution for anyone who has to share a television with someone else in the same household.

Ubisoft has officially acknowledged that it is working on Assassin's Creed Infinity. The online multiplayer game will incorporate elements from all Assassin's Creed games and keep things fresh by adding new content from time to time. Ubisoft's Montreal and Quebec studios will be working on the project together.

Sony already tried an OLED portable console nine years ago and it didn't work. Nintendo is now betting on that same technology for its Switch console but with a smarter launch window.

Nintendo has finally announced a new Switch console, but it is not the Switch Pro that some people have been hoping for. The Nintendo Switch (OLED model) features a larger and OLED display, along with better speakers and a revised dock. Nintendo has also integrated an improved stand, but there is no 4K or DLSS upscaling support. The Switch (OLED model) has the same NVIDIA SoC as current models, too.

AYA has detailed what upgrades it will be bringing to the AYA NEO before sending it out to more backers. The company has already delivered consoles to over 500 backers and has sampled a revised docking station. All these changes will result in additional shipping delays, though. The AYA NEO can now be ordered globally outside of Indiegogo, too.

The CEO of CD Projekt Red has stated that the company now considers Cyberpunk 2077 to be at a satisfactory level on last-generation consoles. We would disagree, based on the volume of glitches that persist on the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One with Patch 1.23.

Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) has welcomed its latest acquisition, Housemarque, to its PlayStation Studios family. The Finnish company was behind the recent PS5 hit Returnal. An accidental leak by PlayStation Japan has apparently revealed that Bluepoint Games has also become a part of the SIE clan.

Bethesda’s Todd Howard opened up to The Telegraph about the Elder Scrolls VI. According to him, however, the game is still in the initial design phase, despite having been announced years ago.

A reliable leaker has provided what is purportedly the codename for the Nintendo Switch Pro’s chip: “Dane”. Along with this surprisingly informative name, the same source has stated that the Switch Pro’s processor is based on an 8 nm process, suggesting big energy efficiency gains over the Nintendo Switch revision.

Alleged “global market release” details for the Nintendo Switch Pro console have been shared. The new information goes against many recent claims in regard to the Switch Pro release but actually ties in neatly with recent comments made by Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa in regard to the global chip shortage.

A Switch vs. Switch Pro comparison video has been created that details how games could look when running on Nintendo’s next-gen console. The creator has used software and hardware tools to offer a simulated approximation of the potential graphics differences. It’s clear that many gamers want the Nintendo Switch Pro to offer 1080p at 60 FPS gaming.

Patch 1.23 has improved Cyberpunk 2077's playability on the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 4 Pro, despite containing no PlayStation-specific changes. The game's engine continues to struggle running on AMD's Jaguar cores though, resulting in an unacceptable amount of in-game pop-in.

Apparent new information about the Nintendo Switch Pro’s SoC has come to light, with the codename “Black Knight” being offered up for it. Ensuing speculation has suggested once more that a new Nvidia mobile chip will star in the Switch Pro, leaving the console’s origin story as Aula even further in the distance.

Microsoft has announced some new “Designed for Xbox” monitors that have been created with the Xbox Series X|S consoles in mind. The Asus Strix Xbox Edition Gaming Monitor XG43UQ and Acer Xbox Edition Gaming Monitor XV282K KV come with plenty of bells and whistles, but they are also quite pricey.

Sony is targeting the original PlayStation console’s sales record of 22.6 million units sold in a single fiscal year with the PlayStation 5. The PS5 has already got off to a record start and with production reportedly ramping up over summer a record-beating financial year of 2022 could be on the cards, with help from female buyers and growing opportunity markets.

Philips has finally confirmed the price of the Momentum 559M1RYV, its latest 55-inch gaming monitor. The Momentum 559M1RYV is also the world's first 'Designed for Xbox' gaming monitor, and features a unique Xbox Game Mode.

Sony has finally decided to bring Cyberpunk 2077 back to the PlayStation Store, over six months after the company delisted the game. Cyberpunk 2077 is now cheaper too, but there is a warning for the base PS4 console in the absence of more development from CDPR.

Samsung has launched three new Odyssey gaming monitors. Unlike its previous entries which predominantly featured 1000R curved displays, the new Odyssey monitors are all traditional flat screens.

Sony has offered an invite to all PS5 gamers to join its first ever beta program. The offer is open to gamers 18 years or older living in the United States, Canada, Japan, United Kingdom, France and Germany.

A PS5 devkit in action has appeared in a TikTok video clip, and it has even been joined by what looks like an Xbox One X/Project Scorpio devkit. There have been many real-life images of the PS5 devkit leaked at various points, but this is arguably a first video look at a working machine. Commenters have been praising and lamenting the design in equal measure.

Sony has already confirmed that it plans to release another VR headset, but a new report has gone much further. Reportedly, Sony has settled on a launch window and multiple specifications, including a display supplier.

The Atari VCS hybrid console-PC is finally available to purchase some 3 years after originally being launched. The device features classic retro Atari looks and can play classic Atari games and also function as a desktop PC.

After months of radio silence, From Software finally offered a solid update on the state of Elden Ring. A new trailer showcased gameplay and art design that hew closely to Dark Souls. From also announced a release timeframe, with Elden Ring expected to drop in January 2022.

Information about Age of Empires IV has been shared after details and screenshots of the upcoming RTS game were seemingly accidentally posted on Steam. The file size for Age of Empires IV, which will apparently be released on October 28, has also purportedly been leaked.

The model number for the Nintendo Switch Pro’s SoC has been shared by a noted leaker. The tipster states that the Big N will use a customized processor for its future Switch console, utilizing Ampere architecture from Nvidia and Hercules microarchitecture from ARM. The apparent Switch Pro SoC model number associates it with the Tegra Orin chip.

Rumors are flying that Microsoft has acquired no less than three more studios to join its growing list of game developers that make up the Xbox Game Studios. While no names have yet been confirmed, it’s widely believed that the makers of Crysis, Crytek, will be one of the companies focusing their future output on the Xbox Series X|S and Windows.
Update: New rumors suggest Microsoft has acquired five studios.

OtterBox has unveiled a new product aimed at the problem of controller drain while gaming on the Xbox Series X, S or One. It consists of the new Power Swap Controller Batteries, along with a charging cradle for the same. The OEM asserts that it is optimally designed to enable one-handed battery reloads without a break in play.

It has been a while coming, but Panic has finally set the pre-order date and launch price of the Playdate, its unique handheld games console. The Playdate will also support an ingenious dock and will come with 24 games.

New rumors about a potential Nintendo Switch Pro console have come to light, and they include mention of AMD involvement, 5 nm manufacturing process, a faster GPU, possible DLSS limitations, Xbox Game Pass, and even 120 fps at 720p theoretical capability. Apparently, Switch Pro devkits have already been sent out to Nintendo’s third-party game makers.

New concept renders of a Nintendo Switch Pro console have been shared online that have convinced some fans they could be looking at the real deal. However, while gamers wait for the Big N to officially announce the Switch Pro or Super Nintendo Switch, the truth behind the alleged “first leaked images” has surfaced.

The Eyesafe display specialists have confirmed that Gigabyte monitors have achieved its TÜV Rheinland certification for user health and comfort. Four of these Aorus-brand models are on the market, whereas one still awaits a launch. Therefore, the OEM can say the displays are as low on blue-light emissions as they are high on gaming performance.

A price tag and potential pre-order information have been leaked in regard to the new Nintendo Switch hardware. The console, which is still tentatively known as the Nintendo Switch Pro, has a true next-gen console price tag to go along with its rumored high-end specs. According to one leak, fans may need to start emptying bank accounts within days.

A new model number for the Sony PlayStation 5 console has been spotted in documents filed with a Peruvian government communications agency. However, it seems more likely the number will be used for a hardware revision rather than a completely new console such as a PS5 Pro or PS5 Slim model.

Labeled 2.7 "Red Skies" and released earlier today, the latest update to War Thunder introduces rank VII jets, alongside two new locations, 11 new ground vehicles (including modern Chinese SPAA), 5 helicopters, 6 new ships, as well as a comprehensive list of minor tweaks and fixes.

More references to a new Nintendo Switch and Switch Pro have been spotted online. This time, the rumoured console has made its way to a major retailer, albeit briefly.

Youtuber The Resident Gamer got hold of Necromunda: Hired Gun days before the game's June 1st launch. An extended gameplay video indicates that Hired Gun will feature fast-paced gunplay that brings Doom: Eternal to mind.

According to a new report, Nintendo has finalised the specifications for the so-called Switch Pro and its revised dock. While the console is believed to be launching in some regions before October, it could take a while longer to reach European shores.

ROCCAT has introduced its new Syn Pro Air as its latest high-end gaming headset. It combines a range of potential advantages of its maker's association with Turtle Beach in its build, including a TruSpeak flip-up mic, the Superhuman Hearing sound setting and ProSpecs ear-cushions. The Syn Pro Air also supports Stellar Wireless connectivity and the AIMO RGB system.

In a celebratory livestream for Dragon Quest's 35th anniversary, Square Enix announced four new Dragon Quest games, including Dragon Quest 12, the first mainline game in four years. Other titles include an HD-2D remake of Dragon Quest 3, a Dragon Quest 11 spinoff, and a Dragon Quest-themed puzzle game for smartphones.

A new report concerning the successor to the Nintendo Switch has offered up some details in regard to potential release schedule and pricing. The upgraded console, which has been called the Switch Pro and Super Switch in the press, might be coming sooner than expected but unlikely at the same US$299 introductory price of the current model.

According to multiple sources, Valve is planning on releasing a handheld games console and as early as Q4 2021. The device, codenamed SteamPal, will reputedly run Linux using an AMD Van Gogh APU. The SteamPal is expected to launch for US$399.

CD Projekt Red's Adam Kicinski recently stated at a shareholder meeting that Sony has yet to reapprove Cyberpunk 2077, despite having been delisted in December. With patch 1.2 performance still not optimal on last-gen consoles, Cyberpunk's PlayStation remains an open question.

The God of War sequel, also known as God of War: Ragnarok, has likely been delayed. On top of that, there is growing belief it will only be a PS5 exclusive, meaning no new appearance for Kratos on the PS4. A well-known leaker has also stated that there will be a PlayStation 5 exclusive Final Fantasy title revealed soon.

Although there is nothing special about it hardware-wise, the Slim 1 TB PlayStation 4 autographed by the popular online player CoryxKenshin is now up for sale on eBay with a starting price of no less than US$25,000. However, there are two days left and no bids have been placed so far.

Xbox Game Pass has been in the news a lot lately thanks to details revealed in the ongoing Epic Games v. Apple legal showdown. While this has stirred up rumors about a potential Nintendo union, Game Pass has also been connected with Electronic Arts by a somewhat hit-and-miss games informer.

The latest resurgence of Covid-19 in Taiwan is forcing many Taiwanese tech firms to strengthen the anti-pandemic measures once again. TSMC, Acer, Asustek, AUO, Adata, Team Group, Apacer and PCB makers are now forced to adopt flexible work from home schedules, team segregations, and daily disinfections of all premises.