Gaming

The RTX 5050 finally arrives in gaming laptops, and YouTuber Darva Does Tech Stuff puts it to the test inside HP’s Victus. While the 8 GB VRAM helps in Cyberpunk 2077 and The Last of Us, the GPU’s underlying specs raise questions. Here’s what’s good, and what’s not.

The Epic Games Store is now giving away another two games in a deal worth almost $40 when redeemed simultaneously. Available from today until next week, Figment 2: Creed Valley and Sky Racket target completely different gaming experiences but are both highly rated.

Valve has once again tweaked Steam’s controls – this time putting customization directly in users’ hands. The latest beta updates introduce a more flexible interface and make Steam noticeably easier to use.

This new game, which is very popular with fans of the indie scene, has a demo available on PS5 and Xbox Series. So don't hesitate to play it before its official release.

RTS games appeal to buyers who enjoy a combination of base building and tactical combat. The Humblecraft: RTS Rush package demonstrates this variety, with options for novice and experienced players. Boasting 10 titles, the new Humble Bundle is a $164 value and expires on July 23rd.

The XF43 is a new retro gaming handheld with an affordable price tag. Available for under $50 at launch, the Game Console XF43 combines a 4.3-inch IPS display with a 3,000 mAh battery, dual joysticks and an alleged 4 GB of DDR3 RAM.

Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition is a showcase for improved Switch 2 performance. Digital Foundry ran several benchmarks to see how the Steam Deck fares against the new handheld. Depending on how gamers use the systems, one option has more practical benefits.

Fractal Design has unveiled a brand-new PC case that combines a sleek design with modern features and powerful cooling. The manufacturer offers three high-quality fans and an attractive price-performance ratio.

The game failed to live up to expectations or carve itself a niche in an increasingly competitive free-to-play environment.

The game comes with quality of life upgrade as well as some additional levels for fans and collectors alike.

The Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro is a solid wireless lightweight gaming mouse that offers great performance out of the box, but is also upgradable. It is currently on sale for over 40% off.

Platinum Games' 2017 RPG, NieR: Automata, has been heavily discounted as part of Steam's Summer Sale. It was praised by fans and critics for its storyline, although its PC port was somewhat lacking.

The leak comes mere days before the State of Play event where the title is expected to take the stage.

CD Projekt Red's critically acclaimed RPG Cyberpunk 2077 can now be played via PlayStation Plus. However, it will require a PS Plus Extra or higher-tier subscription.

Retroid has released two videos showing the Dual Screen Add-on accessory in use. In the videos, the screen is used to play a handful of games, some of which support dual-screen content such as Kirby: Triple Deluxe and Mario Kart 7.

If you have already completed The Last of Us Part II Remastered on PS5 or PC, now’s your chance to experience the game once again, but this time, in a chronological manner. The free update is live now on PS5 and PC.

Nine years after its launch, Stardew Valley is now Steam’s highest-rated game. In an earlier interview, the game’s creator explained why its quiet charm still resonates deeply with players around the world.

The latest data from Circana shows a continued decline in current gen console hardware and accessories. The PS5, however, remained the best-selling console in terms of units and dollars.

Epic Games Store is about to drop two new free games, and per the latest leak from MeguminShiro, the store will soon offer Sid Meier's Civilization VI Platinum Edition as a free game. It's a multi-award winner, and the bundle is worth $79.99.

The cheaper version of the Retroid Pocket Flip 2 is finally here after an extended wait. Available for as little as $179 when applying an early launch discount, the new version maintains the device's 5.5-inch and 1080p AMOLED display but switches to MediaTek Dimensity silicon to hit a lower price point than its Qualcomm Snapdragon-powered sibling.

Final call: The Steam Summer Sale is almost over. If you're into action RPGs with roguelike elements and still have room in your library, this offer might be worth a look. Hades – praised by the German gaming magazine GameStar as a masterpiece – is now 66% off and available for under $10, matching its lowest price to date.

The Miyoo Mini Flip is set to become one of the smallest clamshell gaming handhelds around when it launches. In the meantime, new pictures of the ultra-compact gaming handheld have emerged online showing the Mini Flip in multiple colours.

Xbox has been on the receiving end of serious criticism these past few days due to some quite controversial decisions. Xbox fans could be in for more shocking developments, as Moore's Law Is Dead has sounded the alarm regarding backward compatibility on the next Xbox console.

New information has been leaked about Assassin's Creed Black Flag Remake, and new options have appeared in the game. But we'll have to wait for official announcements to know for sure.

With the Steam Summer Sale entering its final day, now is the last chance to grab the universally acclaimed masterpiece, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Complete Edition, for an incredible 80% discount, bringing the price down to just $9.99. This offer ends tomorrow, July 10, at 5:00 PM UTC.

As one of the few (timed) PlayStation 5 exclusives to launch this year, Death Stranding 2 had a lot riding on it. But, is it really worth the hype? Let's find out in our in-depth review.

If you are the first to complete Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 on PS4, PS5, Xbox Series, and One, you could win a prize worth £100,000. But beware, there are conditions to consider.

8BitDo's Retro Mechanical Keyboard is now available in a new special edition. The new 8BitDo Retro 87 Mechanical Keyboard Mecha Break: Panther Edition has many of the features of the other editions but also has Kailh Glaze Jellyfish Pro linear switches and an 8-mode RGB backlight.

Mini LED TV technology continues to close the gap in picture quality with OLED alternatives. The Hisense U8QG is brighter than the 2024 U8N while embracing higher refresh rate gaming. Excelling in rooms with poor light control, the 65-inch TV is only $860.30 at Woot.com.

Nearly a year after it was first announced, the 8BitDo 64 Controller now has a release date. It is also available to pre-order now in the US and the UK in black and white color options.

The Switch 2 has landed on the U.S. Amazon storefront following more than a month-long delay. Lucky buyers will receive an invitation to purchase the console at standard Switch 2 prices. Both Nintendo and Amazon denied a report suggesting that the companies were feuding.

The confirmations come as TGS 2025 looks to be considerably larger than its predecessor in terms of raw numbers alone.

The cancellation comes in at a time when Monster Hunter: Wilds is dealing with several performance issues and a recent patch that many users insist has only worsened the situation.

With the Steam Summer Sale ending two days later, now is the perfect time to explore exciting games available at enticing prices. Here are the top seven critically acclaimed titles that are likely to grant both casual and enthusiastic gamers a great time, thanks to their quality and creativity.

Amazon Prime Day brings a host of deals and those looking for a gaming keyboard upgrade should check out the SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini wireless. It is currently over 40% off and comes with adjustable magnetic switches.

Digital Foundry experts compare the updated PlayStation 5 Pro with AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB and Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB in a new series of tests. Using identical graphics modes, the console chip performs similarly to mid-range graphics cards, though desktop GPUs remain slightly faster.

Croc Legend of the Gobbos remaster will launch on Steam "soon," after launching earlier this year on GOG. The remake of the 1997 3D platformer retails for $29.99 and is discounted to $22.49 on GOG, so similar pricing is to be expected on Steam.

The latest addition to the Blackwidow series comes without a numberpad, yet is touted as the most customizable keyboard of its line to date thanks to easy-access switches and adjustable Chroma RGB lighting. The V4 Tenkeyless HyperSpeed also sports "lag-free" wireless connectivity, triple dedicated control buttons and a multi-function roller.

Dead By Daylight is teaming up with The Walking Dead, and you'll be able to play as new iconic characters from the series. But be warned, you might be disappointed while waiting for the next update.

Samurai action-adventure fans should mark their calendars as a Ghost of Yotei gameplay deep dive is scheduled for July 10. The game is the sequel to Ghost of Tsushima but is set 300 years ahead of the events of Jin’s story.

Several Xbox games in development may reward patient Fallout fanatics. Fallout 3 Remastered remains in the pipeline, while other spinoffs and sequels are possible. A recent podcast has confirmed that Fallout 5 is unlikely to arrive before the decade ends.

The second variant of the popular Retroid Pocket Flip 2 is finally almost upon us. After promising to release the variant in April, Retroid has now confirmed that MediaTek Dimensity 1100 versions of the Pocket Flip 2 will be available later this week at up to a $50 discount on their Snapdragon 865 counterparts.

The long streak of Battlefield 6 leaks continues and we now have some information about one of the missions in the single-player campaign. These could be spoilers for the campaign, you have been warned.

The new MSI Claw 8 Ryzen Edition has now turned up in an early review following its surprise release in China. Showcasing AMD's Ryzen Z2 Extreme APU, the Claw A8 fares well against existing AMD gaming handhelds while struggling to match the efficiency of Intel Lunar Lake.

If the latest leaks are accurate, Nintendo could finally bring themes to the Switch 2, but that will likely only happen sometime next year. Regardless, fans will finally get what they have been waiting for since the original Switch.

In addition to July's freebies for Amazon Prime Gaming, four well-reviewed titles have been added to the existing array of free games. Available exclusively for Prime members, the newly added titles span multiple exciting genres as well as gaming eras.

With so many day-one Xbox Game Pass games, some analysts question if the service is profitable. There are now indications that Microsoft hasn't considered all the expenses in its calculations. Update: New source claims Game Pass is profitable.