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Valve rated "Future? No Thanks!", a teen satire game about assisted dying, as adult content. The storefront didn't budge on the rating or explain why until pressure mounted.

Bit Reactor’s tactical strategy title is a hit among PC gamers. Days after the Star Wars Zero Company release date, it set a new high concurrent Steam player count. The turn-based strategy game is more popular than the narrative-driven Jedi Survivor or the multiplayer shooter Battlefront II.

AOC has unveiled a new dual-mode 5K gaming monitor with a mini LED panel. Dubbed the Optimus Ultra, the gaming monitor features a peak refresh rate of 180 Hz at 5K and 98% coverage of the DCI-P3 color gamut.

According to Sony, a total of 10 games will be leaving PlayStation Plus in September 2026. The lineup includes Persona 5 Tactica, Shadowrun Returns, and more.

Valve has released a new SteamOS Beta update: version 3.8.26. This update is available to download for users who have opted into the Beta or Preview channel.

OneXPlayer has quietly launched the Apex Air, which is essentially the Intel version of the non-Air gaming handheld. It's powered by the Arc G3 Extreme, making it a proper rival to Legion Go 2, Xbox Ally X, and ROG Ally X20.

Geekerwan's first efficiency test of the Tensor G6 and G5 shows that both trail the Snapdragon 8 Elite and Apple's A-series chips in CPU and GPU performance per watt, while the Kirin 9030 Pro matches the Tensor chips despite being manufactured on a much older process node.

I was able to try out Total War: Warhammer 40,000 at Gamescom 2026. My first impression is quite good, though Creative Assembly certainly has its work cut out for it here.

Big Ambitions has finally reached version 1.0 after more than three years in Early Access, and the launch appears to have brought players flooding back. The developers have also thrown in a 20% introductory Steam discount, dropping the price to $20.79 until September 4.

The Big Bad Wolf is coming back to work, and this time he's bringing a remaster with him. Fans only have two months to wait before the game is available to play.

Sony has launched a new PlayStation Store Gamescom sale, offering up to 85% off on a wide range of games. The sale includes deals on titles such as 007 First Light, Crimson Desert, Battlefield 6, and many more.

For high-precision haptic feedback: The straptic is a wearable wristband designed to convey directional cues, g-forces in games, and critical status updates purely through touch. Beyond gaming, its potential applications extend into hands-free navigation.

Anbernic has announced the pricing and availability details of its new handheld, the RG 55G1. The handheld, which looks like the Nintendo Switch Lite, is its first with a Snapdragon processor, and it will launch with a limited-time discount.

A new Ugreen foldable 2-in-1 wireless charger has appeared on Amazon in the US. Featuring a folding design similar to Apple's discontinued MagSafe Duo, the new accessory can charge an iPhone and AirPods at once and supports up to 25W Qi2.2 wireless charging on compatible phones.

The Vivo X Fold6 impresses with its powerful camera, large battery, and strong performance. However, it has some shortcomings in terms of cooling, USB speed, and display brightness. Its heavier weight and visible fold also remain typical trade-offs associated with foldable devices.

The Genki Manta is an extremely well-equipped controller that comes with a display and its own feature-rich operating system. You can even play small games on it—but its real advantage is likely the ease and breadth of its configuration options.

Samsung has a large booth at Gamescom 2026, where it is showcasing new monitors and storage products. Gamers can even experience games in true 3D—and all without glasses.

Huawei has offered the first official look at the Mate XT 2 Ultimate Design ahead of its September 7 launch. Unlike its predecessor, the new tri-fold uses an inward-folding G-shaped design like the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold.

A leaked Xiaomi app build shows a Smart privacy display feature that mirrors the Galaxy S26 Ultra's feature almost exactly, right down to the scoping options.

Numerous keyboards, a headset, and a new mouse: Epomaker is currently showcasing its lineup at Gamescom and will do the same at IFA next week. Also featured is a collaboration with Human: Fall Flat.

The tablet reportedly linked to Xiaomi's upcoming Pad 9 Pro Max has been tipped with a 13-inch soft-light display, a 10,000mAh+ battery and 120W fast charging. It is also said to weigh around 650g and offer up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage.

GTA 6 could launch without a first-person mode. While some fans can live without it, others are already calling it a “deal breaker” and a step backward compared to Red Dead Redemption 2.

A large open world, versatile character builds and plenty of dungeons: Gedonia is now 90% off on Steam, bringing the price down to just $1.49.

PS5 Pro stock has dried up across major US retailers following the GTA 6 extended look, with third-party sellers on Amazon and Walmart listing the console at around $1,299 against an $899 list price.

When it comes to sustainability, most users immediately think of the Fairphone. But there’s a hidden gem coming straight from Germany. The Gigaset GS6 Pro emphasizes local value creation in Europe, strong data protection, the option to run the Google‑free AphyOS, and a long‑lasting, replaceable battery. This Fairphone alternative even offers wireless charging and a glass back cover.

Belkin's 12-in-1 INC032 docking station has launched in China with dual 4K60 display support, 100W USB-C Power Delivery and 2.5GbE. It has six USB ports, two HDMI 2.0 outputs, a DisplayPort connection and a 3.5mm audio jack.

Next week, the long-awaited successor to the Huawei Watch D2 will finally launch in global markets like Germany, a smartwatch that is quite reliable for measuring and monitoring blood pressure on the wrist thanks to its inflatable cuff. The first official teaser video unveils some of the new Watch D3 features, which is coming to Europe alongside new EarBuds, the Huawei Watch 6, and the global Watch GT 7 (Pro).

Divinum is a brand-new hack-and-slash metroidvania from Sigil Games. It arrived on 29 August on Steam for Windows and macOS with a 10% introductory discount. Early reviews are currently "Very Positive" at 91%.

Temporary chat was the mode in which ChatGPT knew nothing about you. Since 27 August there is a choice at the top right of the window. Personalized, and the chat reaches your memories, plugins and custom instructions. Save it, and it becomes a regular chat that follows your training setting.

Tiny Roar's new tropical exploration life-sim, Lou's Lagoon, arrived on 26 August across PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. Early Steam reviews are currently below where its demo landed, though the sample size is still somewhat small.

Garmin’s recent firmware update (version 2.50) for its CIRQA fitness tracker has inadvertently broken the device's Bluetooth heart rate broadcasting feature. The software glitch causes Bluetooth connections to repeatedly drop or fail entirely, preventing users from syncing real-time biometric data with third-party training platforms.

Lenovo has announced the LOQ Tower 17IRH11, an entry-level gaming PC powered by Intel Core 200 series mobile processors. Set to launch first in Europe, it also features up to Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 Ti graphics, 32GB of dual-channel DDR5 RAM, and a 1TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD.

CXMT says its LPDDR6 memory has entered mass production, and Xiaomi is set to become the first smartphone maker to use it. The Xiaomi 18 Fold and Xiaomi Pad 9 Pro Max will use the said memory modules alongside the company's new Xring O3 SoC.

Xiaomi’s upcoming Smart Band 11 family has surfaced inside the company’s own Health Research app. The software lists four models, including standard, NFC, ceramic and all-metal versions.

Citizen has added three Eco-Drive Men's Sport references to its UK store, at £279 for the steel AW1911-53A and AW1911-53E and £299 for the two-tone AW1914-55L. All three are 43 mm with mineral crystals and 100 m water resistance.

Morefine has launched the IPC-200, a fanless mini PC built for industrial and embedded applications. It combines Intel's low-power N100 processor with plenty of connectivity, including a VGA port and 2 COM ports.

Configurations with the Core Ultra 7 366H or Core Ultra X7 358H cost nearly the same even though their hardware features are very different.

Thanks to an ongoing sale on Amazon, the 145W Baseus power bank is now available with a 50% discount. The Power Bank sports a capacity of 20,000 mAh and features 3 output ports and a 1.97 ft retractable USB-C output cable.

Lenovo has finally started selling one of its new budget-oriented gaming laptops. Equipped with a 165 Hz display, the LOQ Essential 15IPH11 combines Intel's Panther Lake architecture and Arc B390 graphics to balance gaming performance and battery life. Currently sold in Japan, the new 15-inch laptop will eventually receive a global release too.

The BBC questioned Xbox CEO Asha Sharma about the multiplatform status of The Elder Scrolls 6. At Gamescom 2026, Asha Sharma refused to confirm whether it will launch on the PS5, PS6, or Switch 2. As an exclusive, the Bethesda title would drive Xbox console adoption, but also impact game sales.

Garmin has launched a new stable update to many of its mid-range smartwatches. A major release, the new firmware addresses various issues, including one relating to heart rate reporting within Garmin Connect Mobile.

Owing to the ongoing DRAM and storage price hikes, many OEMs have had to jack up prices, or even cancel product lines altogether. Aoostar is no exception, with the company having recently revealed new variants of its high-end Nex395 mini PC with half the RAM and no storage.

Thanks to a massive $150 discount, the extremely well-equipped Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus gaming CPU is now available for an all-time low price at Micro Center.

Sparkle has announced a new eGPU based on Thunderbolt 5. Aimed primarily at workstations, the eGPU offers professional-grade Nvidia GPUs, as well as a consumer-grade GeForce GPU.

The Xiaomi Pad 9 Pro is expected to launch later in 2026 as a premium Android tablet. A new leak has now shed light on some of its key specifications, including a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset and a larger battery than its predecessor.

This action-adventure game is set in Tolkien's universe. As a player, you'll have to raise armies, conquer fortresses, and try to defeat Sauron. But your adventure will be fraught with obstacles, and you'll have to overcome various challenges.

Despite Valve’s silence, insiders are exposing details of the Steam Frame launch. A trusted leaker anticipates that after pre-orders begin, shipments will follow on September 14th. Review samples of the VR headset are also reportedly in the hands of testers.

NASA’s Curiosity rover captured a bizarre “tripod” on Mars that looks straight out of a sci-fi movie. The strange object appears in just one frame, suggesting it was most likely a camera artifact caused by a high-energy particle rather than something actually standing on Mars.

Windows 11 26H2 has entered the final testing stage ahead of its public release. The update will not bring any new features, but it will reset the support cycle and should arrive as a simple one-restart update for existing 25H2 users.

Citizen has launched the EW1277-15A and the EW1273-08A watches in the UK. Both watches feature a small 23 mm stainless steel case, a white dial, and Citizen’s Eco-Drive technology. Plus, both models offer 30 m (3 bar) water resistance.