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Ghost of Yotei New Game Plus launches on Playstation consoles in late November 2025. Official teaser. (image source: Sony)

Ghost of Yotei update adds New Game Plus, new merchant, Photo Mode upgrades, and more on November 24

Sony has announced a major free update for Ghost of Yotei in its PlayStation blog, arriving on November 24. The patch will bring a significantly expanded New Game Plus mode, new progression layers, additional cosmetics, Photo Mode...

Santiago Nino, 20 Nov 2025 00:13

Steam Machine pictured next to PS5 console (Image source: Valve, Sony PlayStation with edits)

Steam Machine price may be much higher than PS5, after Valve reportedly balks at $500 suggestion

Guesses for the price of the Steam Machine continue to vary wildly. After meeting with Valve, Linus Tech Tips believes it may cost significantly more than the PS5. If priced like a gaming PC, the system may not offer the specs and...

Adam Corsetti, 19 Nov 2025 22:28

Google has named the best Android games of 2025 (Image source: Google)

These are the best games for Android smartphones and tablets of 2025

Google's editors for the Play Store have unveiled their favorite games of the year 2025 in various different categories. These titles feature some well-known franchises that originated on other platforms.

Marc Zander, 19 Nov 2025 21:42

The Arctis Nova Pro Wireless remains one of the most fully featured gaming headsets available. (Image source: Michael Aulia - Craving Tech)

Deal | Several Razer, SteelSeries headsets receive price cuts on Amazon.com

Amazon USA has price cuts right now on several top-rated Razer BlackShark and SteelSeries models, covering everything from serious budget performance to high-end wireless luxury.

Darryl Linington, 19 Nov 2025 20:51

Image from the game Assassin's Creed Origins. (Image source: Steam)

Assassin's Creed Origins looks absolutely stunning with an RTX 5090, 8K resolution, and ray tracing

Released eight years ago, Assassin's Creed Origins still has beautiful graphics. And recently, Digital Dreams has unveiled a video showing the game looking better than ever.

Alexis Stegmann, 19 Nov 2025 20:29

The LattePanda Iota is a tiny SBC with a decent amount of performance at its disposal. (Image source: Interfacing Linux)

YouTubers reimagine LattePanda Iota as tiny 720p emulation machine with indie gaming also possible

The LattePanda Iota is a tiny single-board computer packing an Intel Twin Lake processor. Available in various configurations, the miniscule device packs enough power to serve as a 720p emulation machine based on early reviews.

Alex Alderson, 19 Nov 2025 20:16

The Ayn Odin3 combines Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset with up to 24 GB of RAM. (Image source: AYN Technologies)

YouTubers test Ayn Odin 3 performance with Nintendo Switch emulation and even triple-A PC gaming shown

Popular YouTubers have now got their hands on the first gaming handheld to ship with Quaclomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. While the Ayn Odin 3 delivers exceptional gaming performance in some cases, a few issues prevent it from b...

Alex Alderson, 19 Nov 2025 19:55

Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition Switch and Switch 2 banner (Image source: Nintendo of America with edits)

Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition doesn't maximize Switch 2 specs, missing features of PS4 port

One of the most popular Tomb Raider games unexpectedly landed on Switch consoles. Unfortunately, with outdated graphics, Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition lacks some capabilities of the 2014 PS4 version. In a comparison video, the S...

Adam Corsetti, 19 Nov 2025 17:43

The Abxylute 3D One PC uses a stereoscopic display and an eye-tracking camera to display games in glasses-free 3D. (Image source: Abxylute)

Abxylute 3D One handheld PC launches on Kickstarter: Surface Pro-like gaming tablet displays games in true 3D

Abxylute has launched a Kickstarter campaign for the 3D One handheld gaming PC. The tablet comes with an 11-inch, 120 Hz screen capable of automatically displaying games, movies, and images in three dimensions and magnetically att...

David Chien, 19 Nov 2025 17:00

The Masterful Remasters bundle will expire on December 3, 2025. Pictured: Steam Deck with Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered cover photo. (Image source: Valve - edited)

Deal | New game bundle offers nearly $180 in Steam Deck-playable classic games for $17

There's a new game bundle available on Green Man Gaming, which has seven classic games. Six of them are remastered versions, and all of them are worth around $180 and have Steam Deck compatibility.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 19 Nov 2025 16:42

Walkabout Mini Golf VR to be the first existing Steam game to add its Android version. (Image Source: Mighty Coconut via Steam)

Steamworks SDK adds Android ARM support, first game logged is Walkabout Mini Golf VR

Steamworks SDK now sports official Android ARM support, as an X/Twitter user spots an Android branch being added to Walkabout Mini Golf VR's Steam version on SteamDB.

Christopher Harper, 19 Nov 2025 16:19

The developer of Megabonk has voluntarily withdrawn the game's Game Awards nomination. (Image source: MegabonkGame)

Historic Game Awards moment: A nominated game is canceled again – a first in the event's history

For the first time in Game Awards history, a previously nominated title has been withdrawn – not due to controversy, but at the request of its own developer.

Marius Müller, 19 Nov 2025 16:02

A render of Jsaux's Steam Machine e-ink and LCD front panel screens. (Image source: Jsaux)

Jsaux to introduce Steam Machine screen front panels

Noteworthy peripheral manufacturer Jsaux appears set to bring e-ink and/or pixel screen front panel(s) to Steam Machine, like a not-for-sale screen panel previously seen at Valve.

Christopher Harper, 19 Nov 2025 15:14

PlayStation's Black Friday deals will kick off on November 21. Promo image. (Image source: PlayStation)

PlayStation's Black Friday deals go live on Nov. 21, and cut across consoles, games, and merchandise

PlayStation has detailed its Black Friday deals for 2025. Not only will the deals be live a week before Black Friday, but buyers will be able to save on consoles, accessories, merchandise, and PlayStation Plus subscriptions.

Habeeb Onawole, 19 Nov 2025 10:06

Deal | Epic Games Store's Premium Edition-centric Black Friday game sale is now live with a long-requested feature in tow

The Premium, Deluxe, and Complete editions each offer the standard game with all the bells and whistles one could want, in some cases, along with increased point rewards and the ability to gift games.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 19 Nov 2025 06:03

The Alienware Area-51 is now configurable with AMD CPUs (image source: Dell)

Alienware Area-51 gaming desktop now available with Ryzen 9000 X3D CPUs

Dell now lets users configure its flagship Alienware Area-51 desktop with Ryzen 9000 X3D CPUs. Previously, it was limited to just Intel Arrow Lake SKUs.

Anil Ganti, 19 Nov 2025 04:36

A screengrab of Banjo-Tooie's gameplay (image source: TheWeoneo YT)

Former Rare dev reveals how lunchtime GoldenEye 007 deathmatches influenced the N64 classic Banjo-Tooie

Former Rare developer Chris Sutherland told Retro Gamer that years of lunchtime four‑player GoldenEye 007 deathmatches directly shaped Banjo‑Tooie's design, inspiring the game's split‑character mechanic, first‑person sections, and...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 19 Nov 2025 03:39

The Game Awards banner is shown (Image source: The Game Awards with edits)

The Game Awards website frustrates with crashes and errors even after resolving Cloudflare outage

Cloudflare service issues are not the only reason for the problematic The Game Awards 2025 website. Facing crashes and pages that refuse to load, gamers are struggling to vote for their favorite titles. Game of the Year is one of ...

Adam Corsetti, 19 Nov 2025 03:25

A screengrab from Resident Evil Requiem's Trailer 2 (image source: Resident Evil YT)

Capcom scrapped a six-year multiplayer Resident Evil prototype before turning it into Requiem

Capcom revealed in a Press Start Australia interview that it abandoned a six-year multiplayer Resident Evil prototype, which was developed initially before Resident Evil 8: Village, because it was “fun to play,” making it diverge ...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 19 Nov 2025 03:16

The 8BitDo Ultimate 2C wireless controller is now available in a transparent black variant. (Image source: 8BitDo)

8BitDo launches a new transparent version of its Ultimate 2C wireless controller

8BitDo has refreshed its popular budget-friendly Ultimate 2C wireless controller with a new colorway. Now available for preorder, the latest variant sports a distinctive black finish with a transparent faceplate and green accents.

Elvis Shida, 19 Nov 2025 02:47

A screengrab from Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour (image source: Nintendo)

MindsEye leads the top 10 worst games of 2025 as Switch 2 Welcome Tour, and Bubsy get honorable mentions

Metacritic’s year‑end roundup of 2025 essentially also unveiled the ten worst games of the year, led by Leslie Benzies’ MindsEye (Metascore 37) while also highlighting Nintendo Switch 2’s $10 Welcome Tour (54), dismissed by player...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 18 Nov 2025 22:26

Steam Machine stomps on indie game's promotion after Valve apologized for release date wishlist bug

Planet Centauri can’t seem to catch a break, with a series of unfortunate events. First, a Steam Wishlist bug contributed to a quieter-than-anticipated release date of the game's retail build. More recently, Valve Steam Machine ad...

Adam Corsetti, 18 Nov 2025 22:25

The Abxylute M4 Snap-On Mobile Controller in NGC Indigo. (Image source: Abxylute)

Abxylute M4 smashes past $100k on Kickstarter and gets a new color

Abxylute's Kickstarter campaign for the M4 Snap-On mobile controller can be considered a success seeing as it has received over $100,000 from backers in less than a week. In celebration of the milestone, Abxylute will now offer th...

Habeeb Onawole, 18 Nov 2025 21:44

Image from the game Fallout 4 showing a desolate landscape. (Image source: Steam)

This mod for Fallout 4 adds a whole new world inspired by the Misery Islands

Thanks to the Misery Island - Isles Of New England mod, you will be able to discover a new world in Fallout 4. But be careful, because there are some criteria to take into account.

Alexis Stegmann, 18 Nov 2025 21:10

Call of Duty Black Ops 7 Michael Rooker as Harper Screengrab Image Source Postmode YouTube

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 dips to 1.7 Metacritic user score as fans slam campaign, generative AI and boss fight

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 has faced intense player backlash, sinking to roughly a 1.7/10 Metacritic user score, contrasting with its 83/100 critic Metascore, as after users slammed its weak campaign, a derided giant-Michael Rooker...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 18 Nov 2025 21:07

The Pocket Vert in one of its three proposed launch colours. (Image source: Ayaneo)

Ayaneo Pocket Vert detailed before release in 90-minute long product sharing session video

Ayaneo has detailed its Pocket Vert gaming handheld in a new video. Combining a high-resolution display with a 6,000 mAh battery, Ayaneo has now confirmed that the Pocket Vert will sit between the Pocket DMG and other budget verti...

Alex Alderson, 18 Nov 2025 19:26

A new update for Asus ROG Ally consoles has been announced (image source: Asus)

Asus rolls out major firmware update for ROG Ally, ROG Ally X, ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X

The ACSE 2.1.15.0 update is now rolling out for the entire Asus ROG Ally lineup. ROG Xbox Ally X users get to fine-tune the P/E-cores of their handhelds individually.

Anil Ganti, 18 Nov 2025 19:26

A tank from the new Rodeo mission for Gauntlet game mode in Battlefield 6 RedSec. (Image source: EA)

Battlefield 6 free trial is coming soon as Thanksgiving approaches

EA has announced a free trial for Battlefield 6 and players will get access to a total of five modes, but only four of them have been revealed. The trial will last for a week and include all the latest updates to the game.

Vineet Washington, 18 Nov 2025 18:55

Ex-Square Enix executive says gamers don't care about generative AI, citing Arc Raiders success

A former Square Enix business director thinks that most gamers aren't bothered by the use of AI tools. Jacob Navok highlights Arc Raiders Steam charts data to argue that opponents are fighting a losing battle. More developers are ...

Adam Corsetti, 18 Nov 2025 18:09

The GameSir Super Nova gets three new artist-designed faceplates. (Image source: GameSir)

GameSir Super Nova controller gets three new colorful artist-designed faceplates

GameSir has announced three special edition faceplates for the Super Nova controller. The controller already has nine faceplates, but these were made by commissioned artists.

Habeeb Onawole, 18 Nov 2025 17:50

The Philips Evnia 27M2N6501L is relatively affordable as OLED gaming monitors go. (Image source: Philips)

Philips releases Evnia 27M2N6501L as new affordable OLED gaming monitor with USB hub

The Evnia 27M2N6501L expands upon Philips' Evnia 6000 series with a 400-nit OLED panel and a 2.5K native resolution. Also featuring a 240 Hz refresh rate and a USB hub, the Evnia 27M2N6501L will be available across the Eurozone, U...

Alex Alderson, 18 Nov 2025 17:33

Mario Kart DS running under MelonDS' in-progress update. (Image Source: Arisotura, MelonDS Developer)

High-accuracy dual-screen 3D, texture filtering, and other features coming to DS emulation

melonDS, the leading Nintendo DS emulator, has updates in the pipeline promising to massively improve 2D and 3D performance and clarity at higher resolutions. This is particularly good news for DS-like devices capable of DS emulat...

Christopher Harper, 18 Nov 2025 16:32

The G34WQi 2026 is now listed Xiaomi's global website. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi G34WQi 2026: Curved gaming monitor gets global launch

The Xiaomi Curved Gaming Monitor G34WQi 2026 is an extra-wide gaming monitor with a high refresh rate and integrated lighting.The model is likely aimed at budget-conscious gamers.

Silvio Werner, 18 Nov 2025 15:52

The OneXPlayer Super X is set to receive a global release soon. (Image source: One-Netbook)

New Asus ROG Flow Z13 rival but with AMOLED display and liquid cooling: OneXPlayer Super X launching soon with global release confirmed

One-Netbook has confirmed that the OneXPlayer Super X will be launching soon. With a global release also planned, the company has also revealed that its Asus ROG Flow Z13 alternative will boast optional liquid cooling to deliver u...

Alex Alderson, 18 Nov 2025 13:34

Screenshot from the Silent Hill Townfall trailer on YouTube. (Image source: Annapurna Interactive YouTube Channel)

The release date for Silent Hill Townfall has been leaked

Recently, a Mexican e-shop has revealed the release date of Silent Hill Townfall before deleting it. But if this information seems official, it is necessary to remain cautious and wait for details from Konami.

Alexis Stegmann, 18 Nov 2025 11:54

The AMD RX 9060 XT released back in June 2025 at a starting price of $300. (Image source: Asus, Unsplash, Pixabay, edited)

Terrible news for gamers: AMD and Nvidia could axe budget gaming GPUs due to rising memory prices

Memory prices have seen an astronomical increase over the past weeks due to strong AI-driven demand. Naturally, it was expected that the rising RAM prices would also impact gaming GPUs, resulting in price adjustments. However, it ...

Fawad Murtaza, 18 Nov 2025 11:35

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Battlefield 6 retail box shots (Image source: Amazon, Activision with edits)

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 sales in UK trail Battlefield 6 and are 61% less than Black Ops 6

Steam users didn’t flock to Activision’s new shooter on the Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 release date. UK retailers also failed to attract as many buyers for the game as they typically do with the franchise. Physical Black Ops 7 sale...

Adam Corsetti, 18 Nov 2025 02:48

Cities: Skylines II will be further developed by a different studio (Image source: Paradox Interactive)

Paradox fires Cities: Skylines 2 developers

With Cities: Skylines, one of the best city-building simulations of all time was released in 2015, but its 2023 successor failed to satisfy fans and critics. After slow updates, Paradox is taking the game out of the hands of Colos...

Hannes Brecher, 18 Nov 2025 00:14

VKD3D-Proton, a component of SteamOS and Steam Play, now supports AMD FSR 4. A promo image of the Steam Machine with a controller and TV pictured. (Image Source: Valve)

VKD3D-Proton 3.0 release paves way for AMD FSR 4 on Steam Machine

VKD3D-Proton 3.0 adds AMD FSR 4 support to Linux and Valve's SteamOS, and flags within it suggest it could be used to enable the INT8 version of FSR 4 for prior-gen AMD GPUs, including those used by Steam Machine and Steam Deck.

Christopher Harper, 17 Nov 2025 23:40

GTA 6 shown on gaming PC monitor (Image source: Rockstar Games with edits)

Despite no GTA 6 release date for Windows, Take-Two CEO admits PC gaming is gaining popularity

Following another console delay, the GTA 6 PC release date may be multiple years away. Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick acknowledges that PC gaming continues to see rising support. Nevertheless, there are no signs that Roc...

Adam Corsetti, 17 Nov 2025 23:40

2025's game of the year lineup is absolutely stacked (image source: @geoffkeighley on X)

The Game Awards reveals candidates for 2025's coveted Game of the Year race

Nominees for Games of the Year have finally been unveiled. As anticipated, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is on there, along with Hollow Knight: Silksong. Ghost of Yotei is notably absent, but it has been nominated for other categori...

Anil Ganti, 17 Nov 2025 23:01

The Panasonic SC-GNW10S-FF SoundSlayer x Final Fantasy XIV neck speaker provides gamers with low-latency wireless surround sound. (Image source: Panasonic)

Panasonic announces the SoundSlayer x Final Fantasy XIV surround-sound neck speaker

Panasonic Japan has announced the SC-GNW10S-FF SoundSlayer x Final Fantasy XIV wireless neck speaker. The wearable provides gamers with low-latency surround sound, along with unique FF sound and lighting effects.

David Chien, 17 Nov 2025 21:08

A mock-up of Grand Theft Auto VI Switch 2 box art. (Image source: via Nash Weedle)

Leaker reveals GTA VI port plans for Nintendo Switch 2 following console's early success

The Switch 2 has surpassed even Nintendo's expectations since launch. Apparently Rockstar has taken note, with leaker Nash Weedle now claiming to have obtained details of a GTA VI port coming to the hybrid console.

Alex Alderson, 17 Nov 2025 21:04

Claire Redfield and Sherry Birkin holding flashlights in the official promotional artwork for Resident Evil Requiem (Image source: Capcom)

Resident Evil Requiem won’t repeat Monster Hunter Wilds’ launch issues, Capcom claims

Capcom has said that Resident Evil Requiem development is markedly different from that of Monster Hunter Wilds, and it does not expect similar technical issues to arise for the upcoming title.

Praneeta, 17 Nov 2025 20:57

YouTuber tries to replicate Steam Machine performance to see if Valve’s promised 4K 60 FPS and 6x GPU boost are realistic, and even tests PS3 emulation

A popular YouTube channel has attempted to recreate the Steam Machine’s expected behaviour by building a compact PC configured to mimic Valve’s leaked CPU, GPU and power limits. Their goal is to test claims such as 4K 60 FPS gamin...

Anmol Dubey, 17 Nov 2025 20:49

Ridge Racer has been ported to the GBA. (Image source: Gustavo Valiente on YouTube)

Retro racing game Ridge Racer ported to Game Boy Advance by fan

The classic Namco arcade racing game Ridge Racer has been unofficially ported to the Game Boy Advance. Despite the GBA's relatively weak hardware, the port is fairly faithful to the original, uses rudimentary 3D polygons, and play...

Sam Medley, 17 Nov 2025 20:34

A screengrab of Horizon: Zero Dawn running on PC (image source: SteamDB)

Horizon Steel Frontiers is Sony's latest mobile-first attempt to crack the live service nut

Set in Guerrilla Games’ Horizon universe, the game, being developed by veteran MMO developers NCSoft, will offer players an experience designed primarily for mobile devices.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 17 Nov 2025 19:41

GTA 6 artwork showing game has been delayed. (Image source: Rockstar Games, edited)

Insider says GTA 6 will outclass all other games for the next 20 years

It is being said that GTA 6 will stay unmatched for many years to come. An insider who claims to have heard of some ambitious stuff about the game feels no other developer will be able to catch up for a long time.

Vineet Washington, 17 Nov 2025 18:46

Gaming

Ghost of Yotei update adds New Game Plus, new merchant, Photo Mode upgrades, and more on November 24

Steam Machine price may be much higher than PS5, after Valve reportedly balks at $500 suggestion

These are the best games for Android smartphones and tablets of 2025

Deal | Several Razer, SteelSeries headsets receive price cuts on Amazon.com

Assassin's Creed Origins looks absolutely stunning with an RTX 5090, 8K resolution, and ray tracing

YouTubers reimagine LattePanda Iota as tiny 720p emulation machine with indie gaming also possible

YouTubers test Ayn Odin 3 performance with Nintendo Switch emulation and even triple-A PC gaming shown

Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition doesn't maximize Switch 2 specs, missing features of PS4 port

Abxylute 3D One handheld PC launches on Kickstarter: Surface Pro-like gaming tablet displays games in true 3D

Deal | New game bundle offers nearly $180 in Steam Deck-playable classic games for $17

Steamworks SDK adds Android ARM support, first game logged is Walkabout Mini Golf VR

Historic Game Awards moment: A nominated game is canceled again – a first in the event's history

Jsaux to introduce Steam Machine screen front panels

PlayStation's Black Friday deals go live on Nov. 21, and cut across consoles, games, and merchandise

Deal | Epic Games Store's Premium Edition-centric Black Friday game sale is now live with a long-requested feature in tow

Alienware Area-51 gaming desktop now available with Ryzen 9000 X3D CPUs

Former Rare dev reveals how lunchtime GoldenEye 007 deathmatches influenced the N64 classic Banjo-Tooie

The Game Awards website frustrates with crashes and errors even after resolving Cloudflare outage

Capcom scrapped a six-year multiplayer Resident Evil prototype before turning it into Requiem

8BitDo launches a new transparent version of its Ultimate 2C wireless controller

Update | Asus releases a new 65% Hall effect keyboard to celebrate Counter-Strike Major champion

MindsEye leads the top 10 worst games of 2025 as Switch 2 Welcome Tour, and Bubsy get honorable mentions

Steam Machine stomps on indie game's promotion after Valve apologized for release date wishlist bug

Abxylute M4 smashes past $100k on Kickstarter and gets a new color

This mod for Fallout 4 adds a whole new world inspired by the Misery Islands

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 dips to 1.7 Metacritic user score as fans slam campaign, generative AI and boss fight

Ayaneo Pocket Vert detailed before release in 90-minute long product sharing session video

Asus rolls out major firmware update for ROG Ally, ROG Ally X, ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X

Battlefield 6 free trial is coming soon as Thanksgiving approaches

Ex-Square Enix executive says gamers don't care about generative AI, citing Arc Raiders success

GameSir Super Nova controller gets three new colorful artist-designed faceplates

Philips releases Evnia 27M2N6501L as new affordable OLED gaming monitor with USB hub

A basic gaming keyboard with excellent customisation: Keychron Q1 HE 8K review

High-accuracy dual-screen 3D, texture filtering, and other features coming to DS emulation

Xiaomi G34WQi 2026: Curved gaming monitor gets global launch

New Asus ROG Flow Z13 rival but with AMOLED display and liquid cooling: OneXPlayer Super X launching soon with global release confirmed

The release date for Silent Hill Townfall has been leaked

Terrible news for gamers: AMD and Nvidia could axe budget gaming GPUs due to rising memory prices

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 sales in UK trail Battlefield 6 and are 61% less than Black Ops 6

Paradox fires Cities: Skylines 2 developers

VKD3D-Proton 3.0 release paves way for AMD FSR 4 on Steam Machine

Despite no GTA 6 release date for Windows, Take-Two CEO admits PC gaming is gaining popularity

The Game Awards reveals candidates for 2025's coveted Game of the Year race

Panasonic announces the SoundSlayer x Final Fantasy XIV surround-sound neck speaker

Leaker reveals GTA VI port plans for Nintendo Switch 2 following console's early success

Resident Evil Requiem won’t repeat Monster Hunter Wilds’ launch issues, Capcom claims

YouTuber tries to replicate Steam Machine performance to see if Valve’s promised 4K 60 FPS and 6x GPU boost are realistic, and even tests PS3 emulation

Retro racing game Ridge Racer ported to Game Boy Advance by fan

Horizon Steel Frontiers is Sony's latest mobile-first attempt to crack the live service nut

Insider says GTA 6 will outclass all other games for the next 20 years

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