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The move is directly based on a desire to build an 'original' action game that goes against the grain of what the greater video game industry is currenly chasing as per the prolific director.

The new Skate series game is expected to be playable on a multitude of platforms, with early access kicking off in less than three weeks on the 16th of September this year.

Gigabyte has updated expectations regarding its first Primary Tandem OLED gaming monitor. Still launching next month but only in some markets, the Gigabyte MO27Q28G could carry a 10% higher MSRP than the company previously hoped too.

The official Tomb Raider X account seems to be preparing fans for the potential release of a new remaster. And if that's the case, the three games involved would be Legend, Anniversary and Underworld.

Pre-orders for the Ghost of Yotei Limited Edition PS5 bundles and accessories will go live on September 4. Gold editions will be available at PlayStation Direct and at participating retailers, while Black editions will be exclusive to PlayStation Direct.

Asus has now clarified the Dual Mode capabilities of its new ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W gaming monitor. While the Tandem OLED monitor runs at 1440p and 540 Hz, it needs to drop to 720p to reach 720 Hz.

The MagicX Two48 is a new horizontal retro gaming handheld equipped with a sub 5-inch and 4:3 display, just like the Anbernic RG477M. Featuring a similar layout but a 1080p native resolution, the MagicX Two48 may well fall short of the RG477M when it comes to raw performance.

Even facing criticism, a $100 GTA 6 price may not be unrealistic in some markets. A Brazilian survey finds that a large portion of gamers in the country find the cost reasonable. Around half of the 1200 individuals polled are preparing to make purchases on the GTA 6 release date.

Following the ESRB rating, another sign hints at Metroid Prime 4: Beyond inching closer to release. A couple of testers, on contract with Retro Studios, have reportedly completed working on the game.

Epic Games Store is ending August 2025 with two free games for PC, which will also be available for the first few days of September. A new leak has now shed light on what the storefront plans for the second giveaway of next month.

GTA 6 will have the most realistic water physics as a team of 20 engineers are reportedly, dedicatedly, working on making it so. It is said that Rockstar is spending in the neighborhood of $200 to $300 million on water physics.

A new Battlefield 6 leak is sparking discussion on X. Battlefield Wire shared several screenshots that appear to show weapon skins from DICE’s upcoming AAA shooter. According to Insider Gaming, the images are from an early stage of development.

If you’re into tactical sniper gameplay, the Sniper Elite series is well worth checking out. Right now, the fourth installment is 90% off on Steam, dropping the price from $60 to just $6.

With just one screenshot and the reveal of a single gameplay mechanic, Stardew Valley creator ConcernedApe has once again sparked excitement in the community for his upcoming project Haunted Chocolatier.

MagicX has shared early details about a device it now calls the Two58. Previously known as the Two45, the MagicX Two58 features a comparatively powerful MediaTek Dimensity chipset and a display so tall it can emulate 4.4-inch and 3.5-inch displays stacked on top of each other.

Hardly any time has passed since Ayaneo released the Pocket DS as a new OLED clamshell gaming handheld. Nonetheless, the company has now started teasing that it will soon fully unveil the Ayaneo Code R-1 with a focus on the entry-level market.

The Gigabyte Aero X16 gaming laptop with the RTX 5070 laptop GPU, an 8-core Ryzen AI 7 350 CPU, 32 GB of expandable RAM, and 1 TB of upgradable storage has been discounted by over $400. The new sales price is a new record-low, making the sleek 16-incher an interesting option for budget-conscious gamers.

The game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 continues to be a huge success, and recently the director of Sandfall Interactive studio spoke in an interview on YouTube. And a sequel to the Clair Obscur license could see the light in the near future.

MagicX has revealed Touch One 35 and Retro 45 retro gaming handheld release plans. Both set to arrive before the end of the year, the Touch One 35 and Retro 45 will target different audiences with up to PSP Vita and Tate emulation for the former and Nintendo 64 or Sega Saturn emulation for the latter.

MagicX has just released the Zero 40 for those wanting to emulate Nintendo DS games. Now, the company has presented the Retro DS, a comparatively powerful dual-display gaming handheld that aims to attract those wanting to play Nintendo 2DS and Nintendo 3DS games.

A new report reveals how reliant Microsoft wants its employees to be on AI. Candy Crush and Farm Heroes Saga developer King has already seen 200 jobs sacrificed, with more upheaval possible. The unaffected mobile game developers will eventually use AI tools exclusively.

A programmer for a Steam game featuring adult content is in an ongoing dispute with PayPal. The payment processor is allegedly withholding £80,000, claiming the title violates its terms of service. PayPal and credit cards have increasingly restricted marketplaces that sell mature-themed games.

The latest Zephyrus G14 got a lot of praise in our in-depth review, which is why gamers or multimedia users might want to take a closer look at Best Buy's ongoing sales discount for the RTX 5070 Ti-powered configuration.

The Killing Antidote isn't shy of some Resident Evil influence. The Chinese game from MetalStar Studio has earned Overwhelmingly Positive reviews on Steam for its blend of survival horror gameplay and deep dress-up customization. Currently in Early Access, the title mixes tense combat and puzzles with extensive fashion options that keep it engaging. For a limited time, The game is available at 20% off.

Death Stranding 3 will still have a significant amount of influence from Hideo Kojima, with the concept for the title already being laid out by the prolific game developer for any future director of the title.

The publicly traded platformer with a robust game-creation system continues to command a sizeable following that has only grown over the past few days due to what some refer to as 'marketing genius' by two rival game developers.

TCL asserts that any device can be augmented with an "IMAX-like" display of up to 201 inches with its latest RayNeo Air-series AR glasses. Their new HueView 2.0 micro-OLED lenses are backed to deliver color-accurate images with RayNeo OptiCare eye comfort to augment the Air 3s Pro's lightweight design. They have just been unleashed at a limited-time introductory discount.

Shinobi: Art of Vengeance brings a mix of retro 2d hack and slash and magic 'Ninpo' powers to a variety of screens as it releases on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X and Series S later this week.

A new Nintendo Direct event is potentially on the cards for September 12th or 13th, as per leaks on X that could potentially indicate a new Mario title in the works by the game publisher.

The Deep of Night is an upcoming hard mode for Elden Ring Nightreign and while FromSoftware hasn't released it yet, modders have managed to unlock it. Players can experience the first round but they will not get any points from it.

Microsoft has confirmed which existing gaming handhelds will be eligible to receive Windows 11's new Xbox Handheld Gaming Mode. While the functionality will debut on the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, it will also be making its way to the MSI Claw 8 AI+ as well as the Lenovo Legion Go S and the Asus ROG Ally X.

iQoo has reportedly started to certify the next generation of its high-performance Neo series of Android smartphones ahead of its launch. It is thought to consist of a pair of devices that might have the same fast wired charging specs as their brand's next flagship, albeit without its Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 processor. The "Neo11" or "11 Pro" might have other premium features such as a large battery nonetheless.

Corsair has released the Xeneon Edge after an extended wait. Available to order from today, the Corsair Xeneon Edge features a 14.5-inch display and can be either rested on a desk or integrated within a desktop case instead of a 360 mm radiator.

Gears of War: Reloaded has launched on PC and PlayStation 5. It is priced at $40 and comes with 4K assets, ultrawide support, HDR, VRR, and up to 144 FPS in multiplayer.

Capcom held a competition where fans could create challenger screens for Street Fighter 6 characters. When one of the winners relied on generative AI, the publisher disqualified the artwork. Now, instead of rewarding another contestant, Capcom decided to create its own custom game art.

The R39 Max is a new gaming handheld with a 1:1 and 720p IPS display. Seemingly an R36S Plus by another name, the R39 Max comes in multiple colours and should be powerful enough to emulate many classic systems including the extensive Game Boy back catalogue.

Licensed games are often seen as disappointments, rushed projects aimed at quick profits that satisfy neither fans nor critics. Terminator: Resistance, however, breaks that trend. The single-player shooter is praised by many as one of the strongest adaptations of the Terminator universe and is now cheaper than ever on Steam with an 80% discount, dropping the price to about $8.

Herdling is a game unlike any other. Set in a dreary town, the protagonist must guide a herd of calicorns - beautiful, horned imaginary creatures - to their home, while having to deal with a plethora of obstacles along the way, including predators, unfavorable weather, and more.

Control puts players inside a secretive government agency where surreal events and hidden threats unfold. It blends classic shooter action with supernatural powers that let you weaponize the environment – now 90% off on Steam at its lowest price ever.

MagicStardew introduces a complete magic system to Stardew Valley, including a mana bar, a spellbook and 13 unique spells that grow stronger as you progress and use them. The mod recently entered its beta phase and has already been warmly received by players.

The collector's edition of this highly acclaimed action RPG is at its lowest price on Steam with a discount of 80%. And you only have a few days left to take advantage of this offer.

Steam is currently holding the TPS Fest, which has discounted many top-rated third-person shooters. This event has also introduced new demos, and the free download for the game Last Flag is a notable one.

AYN Technologies is now selling its first clamshell gaming handheld worldwide. Available with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 or Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, the AYN Thor directly rivals the Ayaneo Pocket DS with dual OLED displays but for a significantly lower starting price.

Quartet is a new retro-styled turn-based JRPG from Something Classic Games. It is launching on PC with four playable prologues that converge into an eight-character campaign and timeline-focused, party-swapping combat like FF6.

The Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga is now on sale on Steam at an incredible 85% discount. The game is a comprehensive retelling of nine Star Wars movies, comprising three trilogies. With hundreds of playable characters and 23 planets to explore, the Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga is a treat for any Star Wars fan.

With an emphasis on dynamic and fluid combat, Lost Soul Aside arrives on August 29th. However, the Western media has had limited access to the Chinese-developed PS5 game. A buyer with an early copy reports that the opening stages exhibit stuttering and inconsistent texture quality.

Studios attending Gamescom continue to wait for Nintendo to send essential Switch 2 dev kits. A Digital Foundry video details how the company encourages developers to release titles on the Switch instead. Gamers struggle to understand why Nintendo is not eager for more third-party Switch 2 games.

Final Fantasy XIV will be released for the PS6 and next-gen Xbox, but director Naoki Yoshida feels these consoles are not needed. The current gen consoles are quite powerful and the new hardware would be quite expensive.

The Asus ROG Strix G16 (2025) gaming laptop, which was launched in January at CES 2025, is now retailing at a cool 20% discount at Best Buy. The notebook is powered by the latest RTX 5070 Ti laptop GPU, Ryzen 9 8940HX CPU, and a 90 Wh battery.