Gaming

Amazon has added two new titles that Prime members can claim for free through Luna. The lineup includes In Sound Mind and Mystic Academy: Escape Room.

Xbox games can soon be streamed for free, and it’s even possible to stream Xbox Series X|S titles to an Xbox One, so you don’t necessarily have to buy a new console. The catch: Microsoft displays ads and limits playtime.

Xbox console and PC download speeds should get a long-awaited update soon, as indicated by the update release notes for the Alpha Skip-Ahead members from yesterday. Users should be able to reach the maximum ISP-allowed download speeds when downloading games from the Xbox Store.

The Point and Click Package is a new addition to Humble Bundle, and it has a total of nine story-rich adventure games that are playable on the Steam Deck. They have a combined retail value of over $200, but all of them can be scored for just $15.

Sony has refused to tackle stick drift, but there are reasons for hope. A new patent showcases a DualSense successor with magnetic sensors to improve accuracy and reliability. Gamers could see a PS6 controller that offers the same benefits as existing Hall effect or TMR models.

Lenovo has two different brands for gaming: LOQ for the more budget conscious, and Legion. The Legion 5 is the most basic Lenovo Legion laptop, and we tested it as well as a comparable LOQ - time for a comparison!

Does It Play claims Sony has put out "a gagging order on its employees". The development comes after former Sony Santa Monica employee and video game journalists revealed that Sony has intstructed PlayStation employees against discussing or reacting to the demise of physical games on PlayStation.

If you've always been hesitant to dive into 4X strategy games because of their intimidating complexity, Legion Gold might be the perfect place to start. The game is widely regarded as particularly beginner-friendly and is currently available on Steam with a 90% discount for just $0.99.

WarPlan Pacific is considered deep enough for experienced strategists while remaining approachable for newcomers to turn-based strategy games. It is currently available on Steam for its lowest-ever price of $9.99, down from $39.99.

HoYoverse brings Genshin Impact, Honkai: Star Rail, Zenless Zone Zero, and Gamescom debuts of Honkai: Nexus Anima and Petit Planet to Cologne, August 26-30.

Tears of Metal has only just entered Early Access on Steam, yet within a day of release it had already amassed more than 300 Very Positive reviews and secured a spot in Steam's Top 10. Much of that success appears to come down to its compelling blend of genres.

Phanteks has introduced the XT M5, XT V5, and XT V5-LCD PC cases with support for 430 mm graphics cards and 360 mm top radiators. The XT V5-LCD also features a built-in 7-inch display, with prices starting at $79.99.

The $80 price tag for GTA 6 has fueled concerns that it could become the new standard for AAA games. However, a recent announcement from Take-Two offers gamers some cautious relief – at least for now.

Frogwares launches The Sinking City 2 on August 18. Explore flooded 1920s Arkham, resource-lean combat, pre-order editions, and the free Steam demo.

Former Rockstar producer John Ricchio has cast doubt on GTA 6 hitting 60 FPS on PS5 and Xbox Series consoles without cutting visual fidelity. Rockstar has a history of shipping major titles at 30 FPS on consoles, and Ricchio suggests the studio will likely prioritize graphical detail and object density over frame rate when GTA 6 launches in November.

A former writer for a first-party PlayStation studio claims that employees face strict social media guidelines. The company has ignored critics mourning the death of physical games and PS5 discs. Sony predicted the outrage and considers the transition to digital inevitable.

GreedFall is a game currently available for less than $4 on Steam that takes place in a dark fantasy world, in which you'll have to explore a remote island filled with magic. And to overcome each challenge that stands in your way, there are several options available.

Halo: Campaign Evolved Xbox and PS5 discs are booting sooner than anticipated. Collector’s Edition buyers are revisiting the classic shooter, despite a July 23rd early access release date. The review embargo also isn’t up, which had curtailed potential leaks for the Microsoft game.

Game Freak’s Beast of Reincarnation launches August 4 on PC, PS5, Xbox, and Game Pass. Explore its hybrid combat, real-time biomes, and companion mechanics

Microsoft has launched Xbox Backward Compatibility on PC in early release, bringing four original Xbox games, BLiNX: The Time Sweeper, Conker: Live and Reloaded, Crimson Skies: High Road to Revenge, and Fuzion Frenzy, to Windows 11 PCs and handhelds. The games support up to 4x resolution upscaling and other PC-specific enhancements, with more titles and Achievement support planned.

Ahead of the multiplayer open beta for Gears of War: E-Day in August, Xbox will be showing off the game mode soon. It is known that the game is a prequel to the franchise and will be an Xbox exclusive.

Apple is launching a new hardware subscription model for the iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, and more. Kepler_L2 thinks that we can see the same model debut for the next-gen Xbox Project Helix and the Sony PlayStation 6.

A fresh set of teasers for the Legion C700 has emerged, and through them, Lenovo has shared more details about the gaming handheld. It’s set to be lightweight and feature a thin chassis.

Sony has been under fire for weeks now, and a lot of industry veterans have shared their opinions on its decision to kill physical game discs. Another Japanese developer has chimed in, stating that it might as well get rid of the hardware altogether.

Microsoft’s gaming systems experienced their best month for console sales in 2026. U.S. Circana data for June provides a glimpse at how consumers responded to the comeback for Xbox exclusive games. Buyers may also have acted before the August Series X|S price increase takes effect.

Asus has unveiled a 24.5-inch Full HD esports monitor featuring an overclocked 420Hz refresh rate, rapid Fast IPS response times and adaptive-sync support. Available in black and white, it also offers broad color coverage, DisplayHDR 400 and AI-assisted gaming tools.

Genshin Impact skips 6.8 for Version 7.0 on August 12. Explore the frozen nation of Snezhnaya, new 5-star Odette, train networks, and Archon Quest updates.

MSI has released its 40th anniversary edition of its Titan 18 HX gaming laptop. Covered in dragon artwork, the laptop costs a fortune but packs 96GB of RAM and two 2TB SSDs. It also comes with free gifts, including a copy of the new Lego Batman video game.

If you enjoy RimWorld but wish you could grab an axe and join the action yourself, First Feudal might be worth a look. Instead of managing your settlement entirely from a top-down perspective, you can take direct control of your feudal lord. The colony-building sim is currently available on Steam for its lowest price ever – just $1.19.

Rumors and discussions regarding the price of the next-gen Sony PlayStation 6 and Microsoft Xbox Project Helix are heating up. With the state of the market, no one is sure how the next-gen consoles will be priced. However, some think that Xbox Helix could be a superb value.

While Hogwarts Legacy fans continue to wait for the sequel, Witchbrook has already found its way onto countless Steam wishlists. The upcoming magic school game combines spellcasting classes with the cozy everyday life of a life sim, while also drawing comparisons to Stardew Valley.

City Life 2008 combines classic city-building gameplay with an unusual social simulation and is currently available on Steam for next to nothing. The game is 90% off until July 23, bringing the price down to just $0.99.

Valve has released a substantial update for the Steam client, introducing a long list of smaller improvements alongside several more significant upgrades – including some aimed specifically at the Steam Machine.

Citizen Sleeper takes players to a rundown space station on the edge of known space and delivers one of the most compelling sci-fi stories of recent years. The narrative RPG is 70% off on Steam until July 26, bringing the price down to $5.99.

New Xbox Store listings suggest that the story mode and GTA 6 Online could be downloaded separately. While that could be a practical feature, it also raises some less encouraging possibilities.

Woot is offering the Nintendo Switch 2 for as little as $399 for eligible first-time customers, while a separate promo code lowers the standard $449.99 price to about $427. The limited-time discounts, plus a $439 certified refurbished Mario Kart World bundle, arrive ahead of Nintendo’s planned price increase to $499.99 on September 1, 2026.

Xbox support may be in a worse state than gamers realize. As more supporters lose access to hacked accounts, it strengthens the argument against digital games. A new report highlights Microsoft’s failings to train agents, but the company is considering revamping the recovery process.

Alawar's dystopian train sim Beholder: Conductor is 70% off on Steam, down to $4.19 through August 3, tying its lowest-ever price. It's a divisive but atmospheric spin-off for fans of morally ambiguous, choice-driven storytelling.

Dell has launched three Alienware gaming laptops in India, pairing Intel’s latest processors with options ranging from the relatively portable 16X Aurora to the high-performance 16- and 18-inch Area-51 models. The lineup offers strong specs for gamers and creators alike.

If you are looking for the ultimate high-end gaming laptop, the new 2026 Razer Blade 18 is definitely a good option. Powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus and the familiar Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090, it is equipped with the fastest mobile components you can get.

Developed and published by Proxy Studios, Zephon is a 4X strategy game in which you'll build cities and manage your resources to help humanity survive. But you'll also have to overcome various challenges and survive numerous threats.

A solo modder has released Gears of War 2: Hollow, an unofficial native PC port offering the full campaign, co-op, Horde, multiplayer, DLC, uncapped frame rates, and resolutions up to 4K. Built from a leaked 2008 developer version, the community project can exceed 200 FPS but retains some lighting glitches and untested online features.

The top-selling PlayStation Store titles demand more than $60. With the $100 GTA 6 Ultimate Edition ranking first, buyers are finding bonus content too tempting. Digital games are more profitable for publishers than PS5 discs, and Deluxe versions are particularly cost-effective.

Acer has released one of its latest 16-inch gaming laptops globally. Equipped with a 165 Hz OLED display, the Predator Helios Neo 16 also contains up to 64 GB of RAM. The 16-inch laptop promises to deliver comparatively long battery life thanks to its Intel Panther Lake processor, too.

Lenovo has updated another of its gaming laptops with a new GPU option. Now featuring the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 12GB, the LOQ 17IRX10 maintains a 165 Hz display, 245 W charging and an Intel Core i7-14700HX processor to reflect its more budget credentials.

After about a week of teasers, Wallhack has shared that it will unveil a new mouse and keyboard this week. The mouse seems to have swappable batteries, while the 65% keyboard is more of a mystery.

Nvidia has announced a brand-new giveaway, and the grand prize is an RTX 5080. However, this isn't a standard version of the card, as it comes with a custom 007: First Light wrap.

Philips has introduced a brand new gaming monitor with a 32-inch QD OLED panel. The 165 Hz 4K monitor also sports 99% DCI-P3 coverage, and utilizes an RGB Q-Stripe layout to improve text clarity.

As the Splatoon Raiders release date arrives, some gamers are already looking ahead to Splatoon 4. The studio didn’t confirm the sequel, but revealed a reason why Raiders shipped first. The developers were anxious to flex the Switch 2 specs, with waves of Salmonids and open-world exploration.

The Glorious Model D3 Wireless showed that the Guardian battery system works, so the company decided to bring it to its headsets. The GHS Wireless InfinitePlay is much more expensive than its predecessor, but with infinite battery life, theoretically.