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Hollow Knight: Silksong release date reviews unlikely, as Kickstarter supporters prioritized

The media will not receive copies of Hollow Knight: Silksong before its September 4th release date. Team Cherry is giving special consideration to patient Kickstarter supporters. The developers will soon send codes to backers of the 2014 Hollow Knight campaign.

Adam Corsetti, 21 Aug 2025 21:45

Ornithopters soar above the desert in Funcom's survival MMO Dune: Awakening (Image source: Funcom press assets)

Deal | Funcom opens 10-hour Steam free trial for Dune: Awakening with isolated servers and progress carryover

The 10-hour Steam trial for Dune: Awakening runs until August 24 with isolated servers and limited progress carryover. The promotion coincides with Gamescom, where Funcom confirmed a free Chapter 2 update and The Lost Harvest DLC launching on September 10.

Louise Burke, 21 Aug 2025 21:23

The ROG Raikiri II Xbox Wireless Controller has LED lights on the front and on the sides. (Image source: Asus ROG)

Asus's ROG Raikiri II controller arrives with support for wireless connection for Xbox and PCs

The ROG Raikiri II Xbox Wireless Controller has been officially announced at Gamescom. The tri-mode controller can connect to Xbox and PCs wirelessly via a 2.4GHz receiver or USB-C cable. It also has TMR joysticks and triggers, four back buttons, and up to 30 hours of battery life.

Habeeb Onawole, 21 Aug 2025 14:06

Resident Evil Requiem Gameplay Footage FamitsuTube YouTube

Resident Evil Requiem sees gameplay footage surface online after sparse Gamescom reveal

Nearly 10 minutes of additional footage was unveiled on FamitsuTube's YouTube channel that could sate the appetite of enthusiasts and fans of the franchise, while also showcasing what one can expect when Resident Evil Requiem is available early next year.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 21 Aug 2025 07:59

Euro Truck Simulator 2 is headed to PS5 and Xbox. (Image source: Steam)

Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator may be coming to PS5 and Xbox consoles

Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator listings have appeared on PlayStation and Xbox stores. While SCS Software has yet to confirm, the popular sims may finally be heading to consoles.

Elvis Shida, 21 Aug 2025 00:58

Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Switch 2 banner (Image source: Nintendo of America with edits)

Elden Ring Switch 2 Gamescom performance called a "disaster", raising concerns about third-party games

Demanding third-party Switch 2 games are arriving on the console, with sometimes mixed results. Gamescom 2025 attendees worry about how Elden Ring Tarnished Edition will perform on the handheld. In open areas, impressions highlight frame rates that plummet well below 30 fps.

Adam Corsetti, 20 Aug 2025 21:21

Image from the game Silent Hill f on Steam. (Image source: Steam)

A new trailer of Silent Hill f reveals gameplay and it seems terrifying

A new trailer of Silent Hill f reveals some gameplay of the game and tells us more about its story. And this new title promises many scary moments that will delight fans of horror games.

Alexis Stegmann, 20 Aug 2025 12:17

Resident Evil Requiem image on Steam. (Image source: Steam)

Resident Evil Requiem trailer, unveiled at Gamescom 2025, tells more about the story of this game

A new trailer of Resident Evil Requiem was unveiled at Gamescom 2025 to the delight of fans. And it reveals new information about the story of this new game, although it is still very mysterious.

Alexis Stegmann, 20 Aug 2025 10:59

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Switch 2 banner (Image source: Nintendo of America with edits)

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle may be the first of many Xbox games coming to the Switch 2

After months of anticipation, an Xbox game will arrive on the Nintendo Switch 2. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is set to release on the handheld in 2026. Following the debut of former exclusives on the PS5, analysts expect Microsoft to ship more Switch 2 games in the future.

Adam Corsetti, 19 Aug 2025 22:56

A in-game screenshot of the unreleased Warhammer 40k: Dawn of War IV (image source: Warhammer)

Legendary Warhammer 40k RTS series returns to its roots with fourth installment announced at Gamescom

Warhammer 40k: Dawn of War was the introduction of many people into the bleak Warhammer 40k universe. Surprisingly, RTS specialist Relic is not returning to develop the new Dawn of War IV, handing over the reigns to a new developer instead.

Benjamin Herzig, 19 Aug 2025 22:38

The ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMG Gen 2 contains three noteworthy changes over its Gen 1 predecessor. (Image source: Asus)

Asus introduces ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMG Gen 2 with three major upgrades over older XG27AQDMG gaming monitor

Asus has finally shared details about its refreshed ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMG. Officially called the ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMG Gen 2, the monitor contains a few notable upgrades over its predecessor.

Alex Alderson, 19 Aug 2025 20:11

The ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W is VESA DisplayHDR 500 True Black certified and provides 99.5% DCI-P3 colour space coverage. (Image source: Asus)

Asus reveals ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W as first 540 Hz Tandem OLED gaming monitor with special 720 Hz mode

The Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W is an early example of LG Display's long-awaited 4th Gen Tandem OLED panel sporting a 540 Hz refresh rate. With a 720 Hz mode available on demand, the ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W gets as fast as many TN-based Esports gaming monitors.

Alex Alderson, 19 Aug 2025 20:03

The ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG is one of three gaming monitors to use LG's new 280 Hz Primary Tandem OLED panel. (Image source: Asus)

ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG: Asus joins Gigabyte and LG with Primary Tandem OLED gaming monitor for $699

Asus has joined Gigabyte and LG in adopting the latter's new Primary Tandem WOLED panel. Combining a 280 Hz refresh rate with a 1440p resolution, the 4th Gen panel also allows the Asus ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG to deliver 1,500 nits peak brightness and 335 nits in SDR mode.

Alex Alderson, 19 Aug 2025 19:58

Image from the game Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Blacklist. (Image source: Ubisoft)

Splinter Cell Remake could be revealed at Gamescom 2025

Splinter Cell Remake could make a surprise appearance at Gamescom 2025 in Cologne, according to a Reddit user. But we will have to wait until the conference starts to know for sure.

Alexis Stegmann, 19 Aug 2025 17:18

Cinder City's setting will be a post‑apocalyptic, alternate‑history Seoul. Pictured - snapshot from the game's website. (Image source: Gameranx)

Post‑apocalyptic, alt-history Seoul is the setting for new MMO tactical shooter - Cinder City's gameplay debuts August 19

Ncsoft’s Cinder City is an MMO tactical shooter set in a ruined Seoul. First gameplay will debut at Gamescom 2025 with RTX features. Players can expect squad-focused combat, mechs, big boss fights, and a 2026 launch.

Anubhav Sharma, 19 Aug 2025 16:24

The Beyerdynamic MMX 150 wireless gaming headset is shown (Image source: Beyerdynamic PR)

Beyerdynamic reveals the MMX 150 and MMX 230 wireless gaming headsets at Gamescom 2025

Known for its audiophile-grade headphones, Beyerdynamic is showcasing two new wireless gaming headsets. The more portable MMX 150 utilizes powerful 40 mm drivers with a detachable Meta Voice mic. At a higher price, the MMX 230 has added benefits such as Bluetooth 6.0 support and a replaceable battery.

Adam Corsetti, 19 Aug 2025 13:00

Nvidia brings voice-driven NPCs and a new RTX Remix particle system to Gamescom

Nvidia is outlining two new updates at Gamescom: ACE, for local, voice‑driven NPC dialogue, and RTX Remix, which brings a particle editor for improved effects across 165 older PC games. Both features will be available in September.

Anubhav Sharma, 18 Aug 2025 21:30

Nvidia expands Project G‑Assist with plug‑in hub, leaner model, and wider RTX support

Nvidia is updating Project G‑Assist with a leaner on‑device model, broader RTX support, and a mod.io Plug‑In Hub. It streamlines PC tasks, adds voice/text controls, and showcases recent hackathon demos and new third‑party integrations.

Anubhav Sharma, 18 Aug 2025 21:30

Nvidia Gamescom 2025 banner showing new DLSS 4 games (Image source: Nvidia, Gamescom with edits)

Nvidia announces DLSS 4 games including Borderlands 4, with Resident Evil Requiem boasting path tracing

Nvidia has revealed which titles will see improved performance or more convincing lighting. Borderlands 4 and Resident Evil Requiem will join a list of over 175 DLSS 4 games and apps. Other releases like Directive 8020 and Fate Trigger are set to use path tracing or multi frame generation.

Adam Corsetti, 18 Aug 2025 21:30

Gamescom exec says E3's demise mixed bag for organizer as it contends with added 'responsibility'

Gamescom's executives see the yearly event as a potential heir of the now-defunct E3 trade show but claim they never perceived the two as rivals.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 15 Aug 2025 20:54

Lords of the Fallen game image on Steam. (Image source: Steam)

Lords of the Fallen 2 will be unveiled to the public at Gamescom 2025

Gamescom will start next week and a new game has just been announced. Indeed, Lords of the Fallen 2 will be revealed to the public at the beginning of this event, to the delight of fans.

Alexis Stegmann, 15 Aug 2025 09:38

An image from the game ARC Raiders on Steam. (Image source: Steam)

ARC Raiders will not be present at Gamescom 2025 with no other beta announced

Highly anticipated by a large community of players, ARC Raiders will not be present at Gamescom 2025. And if this saddens many people, another bad news is also announced, because there will be no other beta version of the game.

Alexis Stegmann, 12 Aug 2025 16:51

Gamescom 2025: Technological innovations and gaming trends in focus at Europe's largest games convention (Image source: DallE3)

Gamescom 2025: Tech innovations and gaming trends in focus at Europe's largest games convention

Gamescom 2025 is set to officially kick off on 19 August with Opening Night Live. From 20 to 24 August, representatives from the gaming industry will showcase cutting-edge technological trends, new gaming hardware and the latest developments at Koelnmesse convention centre in Cologne, Germany.

Ulrich Mathey, 11 Aug 2025 12:37

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Hollow Knight: Silksong release date reviews unlikely, as Kickstarter supporters prioritized

Deal | Funcom opens 10-hour Steam free trial for Dune: Awakening with isolated servers and progress carryover

Asus's ROG Raikiri II controller arrives with support for wireless connection for Xbox and PCs

Resident Evil Requiem sees gameplay footage surface online after sparse Gamescom reveal

Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator may be coming to PS5 and Xbox consoles

Elden Ring Switch 2 Gamescom performance called a "disaster", raising concerns about third-party games

A new trailer of Silent Hill f reveals gameplay and it seems terrifying

Resident Evil Requiem trailer, unveiled at Gamescom 2025, tells more about the story of this game

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle may be the first of many Xbox games coming to the Switch 2

Legendary Warhammer 40k RTS series returns to its roots with fourth installment announced at Gamescom

Asus introduces ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMG Gen 2 with three major upgrades over older XG27AQDMG gaming monitor

Asus reveals ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W as first 540 Hz Tandem OLED gaming monitor with special 720 Hz mode

ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG: Asus joins Gigabyte and LG with Primary Tandem OLED gaming monitor for $699

Splinter Cell Remake could be revealed at Gamescom 2025

Post‑apocalyptic, alt-history Seoul is the setting for new MMO tactical shooter - Cinder City's gameplay debuts August 19

Beyerdynamic reveals the MMX 150 and MMX 230 wireless gaming headsets at Gamescom 2025

Nvidia brings voice-driven NPCs and a new RTX Remix particle system to Gamescom

Nvidia expands Project G‑Assist with plug‑in hub, leaner model, and wider RTX support

Nvidia announces DLSS 4 games including Borderlands 4, with Resident Evil Requiem boasting path tracing

Gamescom exec says E3's demise mixed bag for organizer as it contends with added 'responsibility'

Lords of the Fallen 2 will be unveiled to the public at Gamescom 2025

ARC Raiders will not be present at Gamescom 2025 with no other beta announced

Gamescom 2025: Tech innovations and gaming trends in focus at Europe's largest games convention

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