EA's Skate to introduce new soundtracks with each seasonal update
Skate 4 is expected to not only reboot the series but also come with a Skate Pass as part of its free-to-play approach for its monetization needs.
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This Minecraft trick lets you access the PS5’s hidden browser
Getting Minecraft on your PS5 now comes with the unexpected benefit of being able to easily access your console’s hidden web browser. The trick, first revealed by a Reddit user, still works perfectly at the time of writing.
Nexon's The First Descendant gets mired in controversy over using streamer's AI likeness in advertisements
The First Descendant seems to have crossed a digital line in the sand when it comes to what is socially acceptable by using a well-known streamer's likeness for its advertisements without permission.
Japan's YouTube alternative Niconico struggling after payment processors force adult content ban
Losing payment processors for an extended period has had a clear financial impact on Niconico. The YouTube rival in Japan eventually blocked adult content to meet the demands of credit cards. Even so, it has struggled to regain su...
This Logitech G Cloud alternative comes in black and is cheaper too
The Logitech G Cloud is getting a black color way, but the rival handheld, the Abxylute One Pro, is already available to buy in Transparent Black. The Abxylute One Pro also has a better display, a more recent version of Android, a...
Nvidia announces DLSS 4 games including Borderlands 4, with Resident Evil Requiem boasting path tracing
Nvidia has revealed which titles will see improved performance or more convincing lighting. Borderlands 4 and Resident Evil Requiem will join a list of over 175 DLSS 4 games and apps. Other releases like Directive 8020 and Fate Tr...
Lossless Scaling takes Elden Ring on the SteamOS-powered Lenovo Legion Go S from 40 to 75 FPS at 18 W
Lossless Scaling is proving to be a massive upgrade for SteamOS-powered handhelds. The already powerful Ryzen Z1 Extreme in the Lenovo Legion Go S can now reportedly deliver almost twice the frame rate at the same wattage thanks t...
Sony reportedly planning State of Play for end of September with updates on Wolverine, Saros, and more
Sony could share updates on several upcoming projects including the rumored Wolverine game, Saros, the new God of War game, and more at a State of Play event set for end of September. Industry insider Jeff Grubb is confident about...
Gigabyte Aorus FO27Q5P receives international release to rival ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDPG and other ultra-fast OLED gaming monitors
The Gigabyte Aorus FO27Q5P is one of several gaming monitors sporting Samsung's new QD-OLED panel with a 500 Hz refresh rate. Now available across Europe, the Gigabyte Aorus FO27Q5P also features more ports than its competitors, i...
Pocket DS: Ayaneo releases new 165 Hz OLED gaming handheld with dual-screen design
The Pocket DS is Ayaneo's second and last clamshell gaming handheld release of the year. Available for $399 at launch, the Ayaneo Pocket DS combines 7-inch primary and 5-inch secondary displays in a clamshell form factor with a po...
Deal | This platformer with 89% positive reviews is under $4 on Steam
If you love platform games, you’ll be able to turn to this popular Rayman series title that currently has 80% off on Steam. But be careful, the offer ends in just a few days.
Nubia RedMagic 10S Pro Smartphone Review: Top hardware for a fast-paced gamer
Clock generator. The Nubia RedMagic 10S Pro relies on the new overclocked Snapdragon 8 Elite Leading Version and aims to ensure optimum cooling with an active fan. It also offers an uninterrupted, near-bezel-less 144 Hz display, no annoying camera bumps, and an attractive entry-level price.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Adreno 830 | 6.85" | 229 g
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Adreno 830 | 6.85" | 229 g
Logitech G Cloud: Logitech tipped to refresh popular gaming handheld following last month's limited giveaway
A reliable leaker has weighed in on the state of the Logitech G Cloud. Rather than release a second-generation device, Logitech is now rumoured to be bringing the G Cloud Black Edition to market globally as part of a wider release...
Gigabyte releases MO27Q28G as first Primary Tandem OLED gaming monitor to undercut LG UltraGear OLED 27GX700A
Gigabyte has released its first Primary Tandem OLED gaming monitor. Rivalling the LG UltraGear OLED 27GX700A but for significantly cheaper than its LG counterpart, the Gigabyte MO27Q28G combines a 1,500-nit OLED panel with a 280 H...
Deal | "This is what a remake should look like!": Shooter classic with 123,000 reviews (95% positive) for about $4 in Steam Sale
Steam is currently offering a strong deal for shooter fans: Black Mesa, the fully modernized remake of Valve’s classic Half-Life, is 80% off until August 21, bringing the price down to around $4.
Steam: German RPG inspired by The Witcher and Gothic delivers retro charm and dark fantasy atmosphere
Asterfel is a newly announced action RPG from Germany, clearly inspired by classics such as Gothic and The Witcher. Already listed on Steam, the game debuted with an announcement trailer showcasing its first gameplay.
Controversial Battlefield rumor claims Call of Duty-style release cadence could be here in few years
A rumor posted on X claims that EA is going to release future Battlefield titles annually, similar to Call of Duty. While this model may not be implemented for a few years, it raises significant concerns regarding the possible dow...
Fighter-jet-style canopy and 2,000 hp: Chevrolet shows Corvette CX concepts
Chevrolet has unveiled two radical Corvette concepts: the road-focused, all-electric CX and the track-only, hybrid CX.R Vision Gran Turismo. Both push beyond production limits with features such as a fighter-jet-style canopy, a fa...
Steam launch: Cult classic RPG returns with revamped combat and new content, debuts to strong "Very Positive" reviews
Cult classic OFF is finally remastered and gaining popularity on Steam. Mortis Ghost’s 2008 acclaimed RPG is now purchasable on Steam/Switch with a new battle system, added areas, hidden bosses, QoL updates, and a refreshed soundt...
Batman: Arkham Knight gets an HD texture pack that makes it more beautiful than ever
The acclaimed game Batman: Arkham Knight now benefits from an HD texture pack that considerably improves visual comfort. And the end result is quite impressive, taking you back to the streets of Gotham City more beautiful than eve...
Nicehck teases a Kojima Productions product collaboration
Audio equipment maker Nicehck has teased its collaboration with Kojima Productions in a post on X. Scant details were posted, but public is asked to share their ideas as to what it might be.
Recoil comparison in Battlefield 6 beta adds to concerns that controller players have an advantage
In Battlefield 6, recoil complicates spamming attacks on slow-moving targets. Even so, a content creator believes that it’s less of an obstacle for controller users. Some keyboard and mouse advocates want developers to give these ...
Compact, fast and affordable – review of the Alldocube iPlay 70 mini Ultra tablet
Budget-friendly 8.8-incher. The compact 8.8-inch Alldocube iPlay 70 mini Ultra may be affordable but it still has plenty to offer, especially in terms of performance, storage expansion and connectivity. And despite its gaming ambitions, the tablet appeals to far more than just players.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 | Qualcomm Adreno 732 | 8.80" | 335 g
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 | Qualcomm Adreno 732 | 8.80" | 335 g
Steam launch: With 1,000 "Overwhelmingly Positive" reviews in 1 day, this classic souls-like RPG is off to a promising start
Black Souls, a cult 2017 RPG Maker title inspired by Dark Souls and twisted fairy tales, has finally arrived on Steam. With nearly 1,000 reviews in one day and an "Overwhelmingly Positive" aggregate, players seem to be liking it s...
Free horror game with unique blinking mechanic goes trending on Steam shortly after launch
Vigil, a horror entry that launched as a free game on Steam, has made it to the "New & Trending" section shortly after its launch. The title features a unique blinking mechanic and offers a short narrative-driven experience.
iQOO Z10 Turbo Plus with 8,000 mAh battery and flagship SoC goes global via import
The iQOO Z10 Turbo+ launched as a gaming phone with a large 8,000 mAh battery. While it has yet to officially arrive outside the Chinese market, the new flagship smartphone is now available to import via TradingShenzhen.
AOC launches affordable 420 Hz gaming monitor with Fast IPS panel and HDR400
The AOC 25G4K has officially launched in China as a new affordable gaming monitor with support for a 420 Hz refresh rate. It features a 24.5-inch Fast IPS panel that sports a 1080p resolution and is DisplayHDR 400 certified.
Report of Fairgames cancellation debunked, despite Sony's problems with live service PS5 games
After a rumor to the contrary, the extraction shooter Fairgames remains in development. Like with Concord and Marathon, the first-party PS5 game has faced repeated setbacks. Even so, Haven Studios founder Jade Raymond leaving hasn...
Ayaneo says Pocket S2 shipping to resume next week; plans to ship all orders by early September
After an initial batch that shipped in late July, Ayaneo plans to resume shipping the Pocket S2 in the coming week. It is also still accepting new orders ahead of the crowdfunding's August 19 end date.
Battlefield 6 leak shows two larger maps, addressing complaints from playtest about casual gameplay
Following a new Battlefield 6 leak, players are learning more about the shooter game’s nine launch maps. Two of the maps are considerably larger than the condensed playtest settings. Some players had feared that Battlefield 6 woul...
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate's 100th game addition for 2025 is exclusive to PC
9 Kings, a self-described "fast-paced roguelike kingdom builder," has plenty to offer users looking to toy around with its unique take on building.
Deal | Another batch of newly released free games spotted on Steam
X user @SteamGamesPC has spotted more free games on Steam. These newly discovered freebies were released somewhere between late July and early August 2025, and they fall in different categories.
Nearly 400 "Very Positive" reviews in 1 day: Highly awaited action roguelike game launches on Steam
Bendy: Lone Wolf reimagines Boris’s story as a roguelike survival game with tense chases, resource hunts, and a decent entry price of $19.99. It is now available on Steam and consoles. The game has earned 370 reviews as of writing...
Steam indie festivals spotlight Indonesia, Ukraine and South Korea in August 2025
Steam is highlighting regional creativity this month with curated indie festivals from Indonesia, Ukraine, and South Korea, each offering players a gateway into distinctive local game scenes.
V40 Max: New gaming handheld costs just $54
The V40 Max is a new and affordable gaming handheld designed to play a wide variety of games, not just very old titles. It features joysticks as well as shoulder buttons. The model's design is basically similar to a Game Boy, at l...
New stylized strategy RPG hits Steam with nearly 200 "Very Positive" reviews and launch discount
With a "Very Positive" review aggregate from 175 reviews, Dice Gambit is now live on Steam. It is a stylized strategy RPG where players roll the dice to move, attack, or trigger special abilities.
Native gaming via Xbox app arrives on Windows on Arm with latest update
Microsoft has released an update for the Xbox app, specifically for the Arm PCs running Windows 11. It's said to enhance the gaming potential of these computers by allowing them to run the games natively.
Kickstarter hit: This machine aims to make life easier for Magic and Pokémon collectors, hits $300K goal in just 24 minutes
A new Kickstarter project called CardMill is gaining momentum among TCG collectors. Designed to organize collections with an AI-powered sorting machine, the campaign reached its funding goal in just 24 minutes and has since surpas...
Best mini PC of the year? AMD Strix Halo, 128 GB RAM & Radeon RX 8060S reviewed in the Bosgame M5
Affordable AI mini PC. The Bosgame M5 combines powerful hardware in a mini format: with AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395, 128 GB RAM and Radeon RX 8060S, it delivers gaming and workstation power. Find out in this test how the mini PC performs in benchmarks, games and under full load - and whether it will be one of the best mini PCs in 2025.
AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 | AMD Radeon 8060S | 1.3 kg
AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 | AMD Radeon 8060S | 1.3 kg
Deal | Steam sale slashes price on wildly popular precision platformer with 96% positive reviews and beautiful visuals
Celeste has been discounted on Steam by 75%, bringing the price down to just under $5. The 2D metroidvania features challenging platforming, excellent character-driven storytelling, and an award-winning score. In the seven years s...
Louisiana Attorney General sues Roblox over inadequate safety protocols for protecting minors from predators
The lawsuit accuses Roblox of "willful disregard and deceptive practices" in its conduct as a platform for potential misuse by predators. The 42-page complaint has detailed (and rather severe) accusations for Roblox.
The Last of Us Online's director is now working on an 'AAA indie' multiplayer experience at a new studio
The game already exists in playable form and focuses on 'Cinematic action' sequences that were the hallmark of multiple Naughty Dog titles.
Resident Evil 9 Requiem leak suggests 3 playable characters including Leon Kennedy
As per leaks available on X, players will get to play the survival horror game as Grace Ashcroft, Leon S. Kennedy and Grace's mother, Alyssa Ashcroft. RE 9 Requiem is a very ambitious project for Capcom, with the largest budget to...
Scalpers invade Pokémon World Championships merch store after ruining McDonald's card promotion
It seems that no Pokémon event is safe from the greed of scalpers. The Pokémon World Championships have become an opportunity for these sellers to buy and resell rare items. Arguments have plagued the Anaheim Convention Center fol...
Bye-bye CPU limitation: The MSI Crosshair A17 HX rocks thanks to AMD's Ryzen 9 8940HX
Although its Zen 4 architecture means the Ryzen 9 8940HX isn’t the latest processor on the market, its performance, especially in multi-core benchmarks, is more than impressive. This turns the CPU into a unique selling point for t...
One of the best RTX 5070 laptops is pretty pricey: Aorus Elite 16 review verdict
Paying over €2,000 for a gaming laptop with only 8GB of VRAM is a tough ask, but Gigabyte is trying it anyway. Therefore, we summarize our review findings and the pros and cons of the Aorus Elite 16.
Gamesir's first wireless controller for Xbox is the G7 Pro Wuchang: Fallen Feathers Edition and it's available to pre-order now
GameSir has announced its first wireless controller for Xbox in the form of a special edition of the GameSir G7 Pro that's based on Wuchang: Fallen Feathers. The new controller is available to pre-order now but comes with a bump i...
Updated Nintendo patent for potential Switch 2 second screen excites fans of 3DS games
An updated Nintendo patent may justify rumors about a dual-screen Switch 2 . The illustrations depict a second display attached to what resembles the new console below it. The accessory could add realism to streaming 3DS games on ...
Valve rolls out new Steam Store update with wider store page for larger monitors
Valve's latest update to the Steam client offers a better experience for higher resolution displays while adding support for uploading a multitude of media files for developers.
Former PlayStation exec says game prices should increase with each console generation
Ex-CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment America, Shawn Layden, has a more nuanced take on where video game prices should be as AAA budgets continue to increase.
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