Gaming

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.

Acer UK has confirmed the pricing for the Predator Atlas 8 ahead of its October launch. The handheld gaming device will be available in four distinct configurations. These options range from £999.99 for the base Intel Arc G3 model all the way up to £1,499.99 for the top-tier Intel Arc G3 Extreme version equipped with 32GB of RAM.

Microsoft has announced the second lineup of games that Xbox Game Pass members will be able to download and play this month. The lineup includes Hell is Us, Halo: Campaign Evolved, and more.

Physical PlayStation games could become a thing of the past within the next few years. However, former Valve writer Chet Faliszek doesn't place the blame solely on Sony – he argues that players' purchasing habits are the main reason. While this assessment has met with some approval within the community, many users consider his reasoning to be too one-sided.

Anbernic has unveiled a retro handheld globally. Featuring a slimmer top bezel than the RG34XX SP, the RG SP is also thinner than past Game Boy Advance SP lookalikes. Anbernic claims to have improved other areas for the release of the RG SP too.

In Parkasaurus, dinosaurs wear hats, hatch baby dinos and occasionally decide to go for a walk on their own. This charming blend of Zoo Tycoon and Jurassic Park is available on Steam with an 85% discount until July 27, bringing it down to $3.74 for the first time.

Dark fantasy extraction ARPG Mistfall Hunter launches July 29 on PC, PS5, and Xbox. Get details on release times, pricing, classes, and Deluxe Edition rewards.

DreamSTer brings experimental Sega Dreamcast support to MiSTer by splitting emulation workloads between the DE10-Nano’s ARM processor and an FPGA-based PowerVR2 graphics implementation. Although compatibility, performance, and HDMI output remain limited, rapid community development is moving the project beyond its proof-of-concept stage.

Developer Gezine has unveiled a universal userland exploit for the original Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 that works offline across all firmware versions without relying on WebKit or save transfers. While the discovery could advance homebrew research, it remains confined to an app sandbox and does not enable custom firmware, piracy, or full system access.

The popular ARMSX2 PS2 emulator for Android has received a major update (v2.6.4) introducing Material You theming, syncing the application's interface colors with the user's device wallpaper. Alongside the visual overhaul, the update brings background music, playtime metrics, and in-app virtual gamepad skin downloads, building on recent performance upgrades to CPU/GPU emulation and new auto-save functionality.

Aggressors: Ancient Rome delivers turn-based 4X strategy in the vein of Civilization, but its depth and complexity are more reminiscent of Paradox Interactive's grand strategy games. The title is available on Steam with an 82% discount until July 26, bringing the price down to $5.39.

Neverness to Everness Version 1.2 Phase 2 launches July 29. Get details on S-Class Anima healer Iroi, her banner release, new events, and Version 1.3 updates.

GTA 6 won't be released until November, but many players already know exactly how they want to spend their first few hours in Leonida. For most of them, however, "play the story" is surprisingly low on the list.

Following the Steam Deck's substantial price increase, demand is said to have fallen off a cliff. Reddit users, for one, don't seem particularly surprised.

Valve has deliberately decided not to release exclusive games for the Steam Machine in order to avoid locking out PC gamers. On Reddit, however, the decision itself has drawn far less attention than the fact that many users feel it even needed an explanation.

Zenless Zone Zero Version 3.1 arrives July 29 with a free S-Rank Agent selector, new Lumiflux character Remielle Dan, Xbox PC support, and QoL upgrades.

After selling out almost instantly in Japan and the US, Casio's Pokémon-themed G-Shock is making its European debut. The anniversary edition launches across multiple countries on July 21, though limited availability means it may not stay in stock for long.

New sales data won’t cause Sony to second-guess reducing PS5 disc production in 2028. Including numbers after its announcement, U.S. buyers are not rallying to save physical games. Objectors hope to disrupt PlayStation marketing until the company reverses course.

One of Lenovo's most powerful gaming laptops has relaunched with a more powerful processor option. Still available with the GeForce RTX 5080 or GeForce RTX 5090, the Legion 9 18IAX10 now comes with the Intel Core Ultra 290HX Plus to complement its 240 Hz display and up to 192 GB of DDR5 RAM.

Winhanced's latest update introduces a rebuilt Performance Engine and a redesigned HUD 2.0. The update also adds battery-saving and frame-generation tools, broader game library support, new interface options for testers and stability fixes.

Some Nintendo fans had hoped that all Assassin's Creed games would see Switch 2 versions. Yet, Ubisoft revealed that no Black Flag Resynced port was in the works. After the success of other titles, an insider suggested that the remake would still arrive on the console.

Fans of train games can currently find several deals on Steam, including Transport Fever 2, Subway Builder, Denshattack, and Running Train. The selection covers a range of different railroad gaming experiences.

Old World is a turn-based strategy game set in antiquity, in which you must ensure the survival of your dynasty and defeat your opponents. And this game is currently available for less than $10 on Steam.

The Indiegogo campaign isn’t taking any more orders, but it looks like Ayaneo is bringing the Next 2 back on the market. The official website listing shows all three configurations with even higher price tags than before, but not all of them are available.

Tales of Eternia Remastered hits consoles and PC on October 16. Explore PS5 and Switch 2 physical release details, updated 2D combat, and retro visual options.

Ubisoft has been going through a lot of changes, and while it has seen success with Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, some of the other franchises have been dwindling. That hasn’t stopped development on another popular franchise, Ghost Recon, and the company will share an official update on the game in the first week of August.

We now have the early access and open beta schedules for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. The game will be released on October 23 for all platforms, including the Switch 2, pre-orders for which start August 26.

The same modder who created the PS4 handheld earlier this year has improved on the design with a V2. The new shell is more compact and seemingly more ergonomic, with a GTX 750 fan on the back.

With prices starting at $1,049, the Steam Machine is already quite expensive for the performance it offers. However, that doesn’t mean the price can’t rise even further. In an interview, a Valve engineer suggested that the DRAM crisis could lead to another price increase.

Disgaea Mayhem launches July 23 on PS5, Switch, Switch 2, and PC. Explore new real-time combat, demo details, and story in NIS America's action RPG spin-off.

Gamers are eyeing an alternative way to play titles locked to PlayStation consoles. The SharpEmu PS5 emulator can now reach the starting screen for Ghost of Yotei. Sony’s move away from PC ports and producing PlayStation discs has boosted the emulation scene.

Mangmi has published the full spec sheet of its new vertical handhelds. Both devices share a handful of features but the pro model has more RAM and storage and a more powerful powerful processor among other features.

Inspired by Heroes of Might and Magic, Songs of Conquest is currently available on Steam for just $7.50 instead of $30 – a price the 4X strategy game has only rarely reached.

Go-Go Town! recently launched on Steam, boasts a 93% positive rating and is currently ranked among the top entries in the SteamDB charts. Its success, however, isn't just down to its cozy atmosphere.

Serial Leaker Moore's Law Is Dead thinks that Game Pass will bring about Xbox's doom. The service has reportedly missed its subscriber target by quite a bit. The leaker wants Xbox CEO to kill Game Pass if she wants Xbox to survive.

Ryan Hurst will no longer portray Kratos in Amazon's live-action adaptation of God of War. The reason is his bicep – but not because of its size.

Fans have zoomed in on a GTA 6 screenshot and uncovered a number of quirky details that are currently being discussed on Reddit. The biggest talking point is a woman with an iguana on her shoulder that appears to be wearing its own outfit.

Amazon has dropped the price of the power-saving Sony IER-EX15C USB-C earbuds to their near-historical low price. The in-ear model offers an in-line remote with microphone, zero-latency audio reproduction, and a cable wrap to manage the cord.

Microsoft didn’t unveil Positron as early as some rumors suggested. Even so, a reliable insider believes the disc-to-digital option for Xbox consoles will surface before July ends. With PlayStation under fire for dropping PS5 discs, the program would convert physical games to digital licenses.

OneXPlayer has now started selling its latest AMD Strix Halo-powered gaming handheld directly. Available with the Ryzen AI Max+ 388, the Mini 2 Pro also contains a 1,100-nit OLED display, an 85 Wh battery and up to 64 GB of LPDDR5X RAM running at 8,000 MT/s.

The launch of Game Kiddy's next gaming handheld is on the horizon. Featuring 2 GB of RAM and a 5,000 mAh battery in a CNC aluminium housing, the GKD 350H Ultra also features a comparatively high-resolution display despite its compact size.

The current 2026 Razer Blade 18 is still one of the fastest 18-inch gaming laptops, but the overall performance did not change, despite the small CPU upgrade. This is a problem, because the price is much higher than before due to the current memory prices.

Valve’s new gaming system has become a tempting target for thieves and scalpers. One unlucky buyer saw the hardware heisted after a Royal Mail delivery. The company sent another mini PC, but despite the high Steam Machine price, it’s not using signature confirmation.

Atlas Fallen: Reign of Sand is an action RPG developed by Deck13 and published by Focus Entertainment where you must free humanity from Thelos' oppression. During your journey, you will have to face various threats while uncovering several mysteries.

Sony is developing new controller concepts, as indicated by documents filed by the company itself. A modular design could also be considered for the PlayStation 6, potentially offering advantages that vary depending on the game.

A new analysis suggests Valve's premium Steam Machine may be enjoying a stronger launch than expected. By examining Steam Hardware Survey data, Boiling Steam estimates the Linux-powered gaming PC is selling steadily despite its high asking price, although Valve has yet to disclose official hardware sales figures.

Noted leaker Kepler_L2 has debunked a rumor regarding the presence of a physical disc drive on the next-gen Xbox Project Helix. The rumor has spread like wildfire and has gotten over 2.2 million views on X.

The RedMagic Astra 2, which has been recently launched in the global market, features the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. This flagship gaming tablet is now shown to offer impressive PC emulation results when compared to the Ryzen Z2 Extreme of ROG Xbox Ally X.