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Sony plans to release new PlayStation games exclusively in digital format starting in 2028, officially citing changes in customer behavior. However, as profit-margin estimates by Bloomberg journalist Jason Schreier show, the financial benefits are hard to ignore.

A mysterious young man appears twice in the second GTA 6 trailer but has not been officially introduced so far. Fans are now discussing whether Rockstar may be deliberately keeping an important story character under wraps.

In a recent interview, Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO Hideaki Nishino hinted at future PlayStation hardware, prompting many fans to think of a possible PlayStation Vita 2. Some are already hoping for a device that could work similarly to the Nintendo Switch.

A look at old GTA boxes has sparked nostalgia on Reddit. Many fans miss the maps, posters and manuals that came with earlier Rockstar games – and wonder whether the studio still shows the same passion today.

Cornelius Fudge is one of the more controversial characters in the Harry Potter universe. Now, HBO actor Bertie Carvel has spoken for the first time about his interpretation of the Minister for Magic. To him, Fudge is less of a coward than a traumatized politician.

Following Sony's announced end to disc-based releases, a Reddit discussion has fundamentally called the PlayStation 6 into question. Many fans see the shift to purely digital games as the decisive break from the traditional console, though not everyone shares this view.

Meccha Chameleon is the next major indie phenomenon after R.E.P.O. and Schedule I. The simple hide-and-seek game from Japan has sold 15 million copies in just one month. Players on Reddit are now speculating about the formula behind its success.

GTA 6 is undoubtedly one of the biggest game releases of all time. But does that alone explain the almost obsessive behavior of some fans, or is there something deeper behind the hype? That is exactly what players are currently discussing on Reddit.

WhatsApp just opened up reservations for usernames worldwide, but the Indian government wants it to slow down the rollout over security concerns.

July 1, 2026 marks a fresh start for Samsung’s Instagram accounts. The existing content is being replaced by a new teaser campaign that promises lots of fun with a new form factor. Six videos all convey the same message: Something is changing with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8.

Meta will soon let WhatsApp users chat with usernames, not just phone numbers. The company now lets users reserve usernames ahead of the launch if they're on the latest version on WhatsApp on Android or iOS.

No sooner had Valve opened SteamOS to more hardware than what appears to be the first Steam Machine clone surfaced in China. The listing is currently fueling heated debate in the Steam Machine subreddit – but not because everyone is eager to buy one.

Many people see the Steam Machine as little more than an expensive mini PC for the living room. However, a recent Reddit thread suggests that Valve’s compact gaming PC could be interesting for a range of use cases that many users may not have considered.

Too expensive, too weak – or technically underrated? On Reddit, fans are defending Valve’s Steam Machine as a “technical marvel.” The focus is not on SteamOS, but on the compact 15-centimeter cube itself.

The start of pre-orders has given GTA fans a large batch of new screenshots, which are now being discussed on Reddit. Several details stand out – mostly in a positive way.

According to the product page for the GTA 6 Ultimate Edition, it appears to include several exclusive shops. If that is the case, Rockstar would be locking entire parts of the game world behind a paywall for the first time – and many fans are not happy about it.

A free tactical FPS is currently taking the gaming world by storm. However, the reason has less to do with revolutionary gameplay mechanics and more with the platform it was developed on: Roblox.

A New Zealand team used Claude Fable 5 to create a playable online role-playing game in just one weekend. The MMO was developed using vibe coding and is free to play in a browser, but it has also drawn significant criticism.

Anyone who has never been to Japan can hardly judge just how authentic the world of Forza Horizon 6 really is. A Japanese player is now shedding some light on the matter. The Reddit user has plenty of praise – but one detail bothers them.

Instagram is down for thousands of users, with Downdetector logging 1,716 reports at peak — against a baseline of 3 — starting around 4:53 PM EDT on June 23. App failures, server errors, and feed issues are the top complaints.

The Steam Machine was eagerly anticipated for months. After the official price reveal, however, the mood in the community has become noticeably subdued. Among more than 2,700 Reddit comments, hardly anyone says they actually plans to buy one.

Valve is opening SteamOS to traditional gaming PCs. Starting with SteamOS 3.8, users will be able to build their own Steam Machine from the PC components of their choice. This should be especially interesting for those who are not convinced by the price or performance of Valve’s official Steam Machine.

Valve’s new reservation system is designed to make the Steam Machine launch more orderly and fair. The approach has gone down well with the community – but the account requirements completely exclude one group of potential buyers.

Instagram has launched its TV app on Samsung Smart TVs in the US, expanding its big-screen rollout beyond Fire TV and Google TV with support for Reels collections and Stories. Meta is also preparing features for casting saved videos and surfacing horizontal content.

Gamers are currently sharing their wish lists for the upcoming Steam Summer Sale on Reddit. New Steam Deck owners in particular may find the discussion useful for discovering games they might not have had on their radar yet.

Fans are hoping that the third GTA 6 trailer could be released on the day pre-orders begin – June 25, 2026. The clue is a comment under the second trailer that appears to come directly from YouTube itself and is currently being discussed on Reddit.

Valve has apparently added a new AMD library to Steam, fueling speculation about possible FSR4 support through Proton. The discovery could be relevant not only for the Steam Machine but also for the Steam Deck and other SteamOS-based handhelds.

A new web app uses the Steam Controller’s haptic motors to make the gamepad slide deliberately across a table through vibrations. Anyone who owns a Steam Controller can try it right away – no installation required.

A Reddit post shows all GTA covers from III to VI side by side – and fans have spotted one detail that appears on every single cover. The community is also discussing other recurring patterns and its favorite cover artworks.

It may not be price but availability that becomes Valve’s biggest problem. In a Reddit thread, fans warn that the Steam Machine could stumble at launch if the long wait times seen with the Steam Controller are repeated.

GTA 6 fans are already analyzing every detail of the new promotional material and have spotted quite a few things in the short Vice City clip. One detail in particular is sparking plenty of discussion: the “vampire Ferris wheel” in the background.

The Maono PD500W AI hybrid microphone delivers high-quality 32-bit-float audio, internal audio recording, audio sweetening, and AI-powered dialog transcription, translation, and summarization. Live streamers can use it wirelessly with phones, laptops, and cameras.

Although Forza Horizon 6 once again offers a wide selection of vehicles, one particular gap is frustrating fans: station wagons. Many players feel they are clearly underrepresented. On Reddit, users are currently discussing why wagons are so rare in the FH6 vehicle roster – and which models urgently need to be added.

There is currently an interesting Steam Machine debate on Reddit: many gamers acknowledge that Valve’s living-room console could be an interesting alternative to a gaming PC, even if its performance may be significantly lower. Still, many apparently would not buy one anyway.

In Forza Horizon 6, it is apparently not only users of the Eliminator exploit who are facing credit rollbacks. Players using Auto Drive for AFK farming may also be affected. Playground Games appears to have confirmed this unofficially in a response to a support ticket.

The Maono P1 and P2 hybrid audio interfaces allow creators and performers to capture 24-bit, 192 kHz audio from microphones and musical instruments for live streaming and music production from phones and laptops. Both can be connected to DSLRs, enabling live mixing of recorded performances.

After a baby-related mishap, a Steam Deck user simply wanted to buy a replacement carrying case for their Steam Deck OLED from Valve. Instead, the company behind Steam is apparently sending them one free of charge, and the community is praising the gesture.

A Forza Horizon 6 player has publicly questioned on Reddit whether some players earned their enormous fortunes legitimately. Many Redditors agree and suspect exploits may be behind the wealth. Others point to a legitimate method that can indeed generate hundreds of millions of credits.

Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick is currently making the rounds on social media in a typical “How did you get so rich?” street interview, where he also talks about GTA 6. Hardly anyone in the community believes this was a spontaneous encounter. Instead, many fans suspect the interview could mark the start of the announced summer marketing push for GTA 6.

Google’s next Pixel Drop is expected to introduce Screen Reactions, a feature that lets creators record themselves alongside on-screen activity without having to use separate editing tools. The update may also bring Gemini Omni video tools and AI-generated music features, though Google is yet to confirm a release date.

The UK government plans to ban under-16s from major social media platforms from 2027. However, there are doubts surrounding the enforcement and effectiveness of such a ban in view of the mixed results in Australia.

Forza players on Reddit are frustrated with the current online meta, which appears to be dominated above all by one vehicle: the Honda Beat. However, its strength is not only down to its specs, but also to the car’s tuning potential.

Given the expected price of the Steam Machine, some fans now want Valve to bring back an accessory it once offered: the Steam Link – but in a modernized form.

According to a new leak, the first Steam Machine review units may already have been shipped to reviewers and content creators. The rumored review embargo date and possible package contents have also surfaced.

A social media post from PlayStation Japan caused panic among Xbox, Switch 2, and PC gamers. An apparent Grok translation error suggested that Final Fantasy 7 Revelation was a PS5 exclusive. The wording contradicts Square Enix’s announcement of a simultaneous multi-platform release date.

A simple question about GTA 6 has gone viral on Reddit: Would fans rather get the game on time at 30 FPS, or six months later at 60 FPS? For many, the answer appears clear: above all, Rockstar should not delay the release again.

In Forza Horizon 6, players are gradually discovering cars with unique driving modes or visual features. Some models have a dedicated Track Mode, while others can open their convertible roofs. A list of these vehicles is currently being compiled on Reddit.

An unusual gaming pillow is designed to make handheld gaming in bed more comfortable and help prevent numb arms and hands. A Reddit user tested the accessory for two weeks and gave it a cautious recommendation.

EA Sports FC has a long tradition of simulating upcoming FIFA World Cups using its extensive player database. The predicted winner of the 2026 tournament has now been revealed – and for the men’s World Cup, EA’s forecasts have been flawless so far.