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With an “Only on PS5” YouTube video, PlayStation is again emphasizing exclusive games. After a report that fewer PS5 games would launch on PC, Sony has gradually adjusted its marketing. Despite several disappointments, live-service titles will continue to embrace multiple platforms.

A role-playing game inspired by Pokémon, which can also be played on the Steam Deck, is available for free for a limited time instead of for $14.99. The game features nine playable characters, over 140 different monsters, and a campaign that promises 15 to 20 hours of gameplay.

The first beta for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is currently underway, and it shows some quirky changes that the developers have added. One of them allows players to unmask the iconic character of Ghost, revealing what’s underneath the skull mask.

Another leaked GTA 6 gameplay clip shows Jason exploring a crowded nudist resort, where NPCs drink, dance, socialise, react to his rather voyeuristic behaviour and scatter when violence breaks out. The footage also reveals a time-dependent staff message, suggesting some activities at the location may be available only during certain hours.

It hasn’t been long since the latest GTA 6 leak surfaced, but it’s all over the internet. Moreover, it comes with a set of instructions that are meant to aggravate Rockstar and Take-Two.

CD Projekt Red has confirmed a 2028 release window for The Witcher 4, raising questions about physical copies as Sony prepares to end new PlayStation game disc production in 2028.

Praised by players, Battle Brothers is a tactical RPG set in a medieval fantasy world in which you must complete contracts and defeat enemies to reach glory. Manage your troops and explore a world full of treasures and dangers.

After more than a month, Lenovo has finally confirmed that the Legion Go BIOS bricking issue is not user error, and affected users should not have to pay anything to get their devices repaired.

Cyberleek explained that the lack of story spoilers in GTA 6 leaks has been deliberate. Even so, a Lucia prologue could be the next video uploaded if it wins a vote. Fans would also have to protest the decline of physical games outside of Rockstar and Take-Two offices.

Abxylute has expanded its line of Switch 2 accessories with a new pair of controllers that replace the Joy-Con 2. The controllers have drift-free TMR sticks, back buttons, and RGB lights.

Casio and VRChat is giving away five GM-5600U-1JF G-Shock watches engraved with its logo, tied to a virtual item launch on the platform. Entrants must follow two X accounts and post a G-Shock photo in VRChat with #VRC_GSHOCK by 30 September.

A new dual-screen handheld is reported to be on the way to challenge the Anbernic RG DS. However, while it has a similar design to its rival but will have an integrated stylus like the Nintendo DS.

Lost in Play looks like an interactive cartoon series and has won over 98% of Steam reviewers. Now, the charming puzzle adventure is available for less than $4 for the first time.

Heatwarped brings the spirit of Need for Speed Underground 2 with neon-lit streets, tuned cars, drifting and old-school arcade racing. The indie project has already caught the attention of NFS fans, while a playable PC demo is available on Steam.

CyberLeeks, the notorious GTA 6 hacker, has introduced an unusual paid contact system combining Monero and Session. It requires prospective contacts to pay 400 XMR (about $169,000) simply to initiate a private conversation with CyberLeeks.

YouTuber ETA Prime has compared the performance of the Valve Steam Machine and the OneXPlayer 3 handheld gaming console. While the comparison is not fair, it does paint the Intel Arc G3 Extreme powering the OneXPlayer 3 in pretty good light.

How to Fish has surged past numerous established Steam hits with around 268,000 concurrent players. In this article, we explain why the game has become so successful and why players are calling it “Doom but with gills.”

4A Games reveals Metro 2039 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Play as The Stranger against the Novoreich regime in this dark 2027 first-person shooter.

Niantic and Capcom's Summer of Hunters 2026 event brings the Tropical Cannon Gunlance, boosted rewards, and 24-hour Velkhana interceptions to Monster Hunter Now through September 6.

Fans have spotted a small HUD icon in the latest GTA 6 leak that suggests the relationship between Jason and Lucia could be influenced by player behavior. However, there is also a much simpler explanation.

The MSI Codex R2 AI desktop gaming PC has received a big discount at Walmart. Now $500 cheaper, the MSI Codex R2 comes with an RTX 5070 desktop GPU, a 20-core Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, 16 GB of RAM, and more.

Konami launches Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 on August 27, 2026. Play MGS4, Peace Walker, and Ghost Babel on PS5, Xbox, Switch 2, and PC.

Sony has begun sending emails to PlayStation users, serving as a stark reminder that digital game purchases are merely licenses to play rather than actual ownership of the product. The poorly timed reminder arrives just as the company faces mounting criticism over its controversial decision to completely phase out physical game releases starting in 2028.

Former Rockstar North technical director Obbe Vermeij dismisses recent GTA 6 leaks as inconsequential, arguing they are unlikely to affect the game’s launch or long-term success. Take-Two is taking a harder line, giving Discord until September 4 to disclose the identity of leaker CyberLeek under a DMCA subpoena.

The dark smooth gray surfaces attract unsightly fingerprints more quickly and easily than on even most ThinkPads.

Interest in the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta waned as the first weekend unfolded. Steam player counts dwindled from 115,145 to under 38,000 as known issues piled up. Reviews on Valve’s site focus on performance drawbacks and an unfair aim-assist.

In Norland, a medieval strategy game, you'll need to help your kingdom grow while facing numerous dangers. Every decision counts, and you'll have to make the right choices depending on the situation.

Double Fine has regained the intellectual property and publishing rights to Psychonauts 2, Keeper, and Kiln following its split from Microsoft, allowing game revenue to flow directly to the independent studio. After cutting 23 jobs, the developer is also preparing an Amnesia Fortnight Kickstarter campaign to fund its next commercial project.

The ninth Cyberleek video shows Jason stealing a truck from an NPC at a gas station. An explosion follows, along with a cutscene teasing gameplay with his partner. If Rockstar is unable to stop the clips, the next GTA 6 leak could include Jason and Lucia completing a mission.

Developed by the Polish studio Eremite Games, Against the Storm takes you into a dark fantasy world filled with threats and mysteries. Be sure to follow the Queen's orders, establish numerous settlements, and explore different biomes.

(Update: Clarifications on the state of CyberLeek's sites and accounts) After days of dodging takedowns and copyright strikes, CyberLeek's last remaining outlet just went quiet. Whether this prevents future leaks, however, is a doubtful prospect at best.

Lego is reportedly planning to release a set based on the original PlayStation console. The news of the set, which will include the original controller and feature dioramas of classic games, comes shortly after Mattel released a set based on the original Xbox console.

Nintendo used seven DMCA notices and GitHub’s fork-network rule to remove 401 Switch emulator repositories, including 311 tied to the Suyu project. The campaign extends Nintendo’s legal strategy against emulators that allegedly circumvent its encryption protections using proprietary cryptographic keys.

The Modern Warfare 4 Beta is live for pre-order customers, and a Reddit user has discovered a new version of DLSS, along with DLSS 4.5 Ray Reconstruction files. While DLSS 4.5 Ray Reconstruction was already scheduled for release this month, this is the first time it's being implemented in any game.

S-GAME's debut AAA title is putting up Wukong-adjacent numbers just on pre-orders. With the game due to release in October, it might just outdo the biggest title released by a Chinese studio globally so far.

Finally solving some mysteries, The Duskbloods network test is underway. First impressions of the game’s performance are uneven, with drawbacks noted on the Switch 2 console. Frame rates and resolution could disappoint players, but laggy attacks detract from gameplay.

Humble has launched a new bundle called Love Letter to Lovecraft. It comes packed with 8 Steam Deck-compatible games, and the lineup includes Remnant: From The Ashes, Forgive Me Father 2, and more.

After missing two shipping dates this year, CRKD's Nitro Deck 2 controller for the Nintendo Switch 2 and older Switch models now has a release date. The controller is still available to pre-order in four colors, including a limited edition variant with a translucent shell.

A 113GB GTA 6 build is currently being shared on various torrent websites. However, a user has discovered that the file is fake and contains malware, so it can put your PC and personal data at risk.

Lenovo has released a new 15-inch gaming laptop internationally. Combining Intel's Panther Lake platform with up to 32 GB of RAM and a 180 Hz display, the LOQ 15IPH11 also features Nvidia RTX GPUs with up to 115 W TGPs at their disposal.

Dave Bautista has been cast as Kratos in Amazon Prime Video’s live-action God of War series, replacing Ryan Hurst after an on-set injury forced his departure and a production restart. Despite some fan concerns about the recasting and Bautista’s physical transformation, filming is expected to resume in October, and the two-season adaptation is unlikely to premiere before late 2027.

Microsoft has traced gaming crashes caused by the latest Windows 11 update to software associated with RGB devices. The issue affects three games so far, with affected systems potentially freezing, crashing or even rebooting. Microsoft is still working on a permanent fix.

Gamers on the lookout for a new high-speed gaming monitor will be pleased to note that the 27-inch LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B gaming monitor is now available for an all-time low price. The QHD OLED gamer sports 480 Hz refresh rate, and a peak HDR brightness of 1,300 nits.

As part of its 15th anniversary celebration, Humble Bundle has introduced a special collection called Ready Player One ... and Two. It has seven games playable on the Steam Deck, and they are all fun to play with friends.

Inspired by Arthurian legend, Sworn lets you face the Knights of the Round Table and reclaim Camelot in fast-paced battles. You have plenty of options at your disposal, and you’ll need to choose the best combination to suit your playstyle.

Another attempt at a live-service game, Riot's tag-team fighter is heading into maintenance mode before its first birthday. The move comes after it failed to build a player base large enough to match other Riot-owned Free-to-Play titles.

If you were hoping your indie passion project would pay off your mortgage, this study has some bad news for you since the top 1% of all games on Steam take up a mammoth 84.5% of total revenue.

Solo developer rick released Settler's Domain — a pixel-art city-builder on 21 August at $9.99, moving it four days earlier to dodge gamescom. It wants 4 GB of RAM and lists Snapdragon X Elite among supported processors.