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Gears of War Executive Producer Laura Fryer at GDC 2008

Xbox console executive says she left team after refusing to wear bathrobe at GDC hotel

Laura Fryer, who helped launch the first Xbox console, has recounted a disturbing encounter during the 2004 GDC. In a hotel room with another executive, she denied a request to wear a bathrobe. After pressured to leave her position, Phil Spencer invited her to join his publishing team at Microsoft.

Adam Corsetti, 01 Mar 2026 00:40

Next Xbox console mockup with Game Pass banner

Analyst declares new Xbox console dead, slamming Microsoft for Game Pass price increase

Gaming researcher Michael Pachter isn’t hopeful about the next Xbox console. Game Pass will be a focal point of the system, but the Ultimate tier with day-one games strains budgets. Pachter expects the console to fail unless Microsoft makes drastic changes to the subscription service.

Adam Corsetti, 28 Feb 2026 19:54

The Super Pocket Rare Edition is one of many versions of the handheld released over the past few years.

HyperMegaTech Super Pocket gets a Rare edition with 14 classic games

Blaze, the parent company of HyperMegaTech and Evercade, has released a new version of its Super Pocket handheld. Called the Super Pocket Rare Edition, this variant is a collaboration between Microsoft-owned Rare Limited, and it comes with 14 of the British developer's classic games.

Habeeb Onawole, 28 Feb 2026 18:56

A gameplay screenshot from Just Move:Clean City Messy Battle

Deal | “Sometimes you need luck to win”: Challenging top-down shooter is now free on Steam

Just Move: Clean City Messy Battle is an auto-shooter with 100 different missions to complete. It is currently free to keep on Steam for a limited time.

Chibuike Okpara, 28 Feb 2026 18:28

Myrient hosts hundreds of terabytes of retro games.

Retro game archive with 390 TB worth of data is shutting down in March

A popular game archive service with around 390 TB of data, Myrient, will be closing its metaphorical doors later next month. Citing rapidly rising infrastructure costs, abusive usage, and lack of increase in donations, the service's founder has deemed it unsustainable.

Sambit Saha, 28 Feb 2026 17:43

Nvidia is giving away an RTX 5090 with a custom Resident Evil Requiem wrap

Resident Evil Requiem was released yesterday, on February 27, and to celebrate the launch, Nvidia has decided to host a special giveaway featuring the flagship GPU of the RTX 50-series.

Abdul Haddi, 28 Feb 2026 14:57

RedOctane unveils Stage Tour, a Guitar Hero spiritual successor for Fall 2026

RedOctane Studios, formed by Guitar Hero veterans, has announced Stage Tour, a spiritual successor slated for fall 2026. It features the classic five-fret note highway, customizable band members, and ongoing platform-style updates shaped by community feedback.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 28 Feb 2026 14:34

The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller Resident Evil Requiem Edition is available on Amazon and the Nintendo website.

Nintendo begins selling special edition Switch 2 Pro controller

Tied to the release of Resident Evil Requiem, Nintendo has begun selling a special edition of its Switch 2 Pro controller based on the game. However, the controller costs a bit more than the standard version.

Habeeb Onawole, 28 Feb 2026 13:28

The AYN Odin 3 will receive its first price increase next month, since its launch in 2025.

AYN Thor and Odin 3 new pricing revealed, to take effect in March

AYN has announced that it is bringing forward the date for the price increase of its Thor and Odin 3 handhelds. The manufacturer cites a handful of reasons, chief of them being the increasing cost of RAM and memory components.

Habeeb Onawole, 28 Feb 2026 12:49

Vampyr is 90% off on Steam until March 13.

Deal | "Thrilling to the last drop": Vampire RPG drops from $40 to $4 on Steam for the first time

The dark role-playing game Vampyr puts you in the shoes of a doctor who has just been turned into a vampire. Set during the Spanish flu pandemic, the title confronts you with a constant moral dilemma – will you save lives or feed on your patients? The Steam Deck-verified game is now available on Steam with a 90% discount for the first time.

Marius Müller, 28 Feb 2026 12:13

Amazon has released the first official image of Kratos and Atreus from its upcoming God of War series.

God of War series: Amazon reveals first look at Kratos and Atreus – fans disappointed

Amazon has unveiled the first look at Kratos and Atreus from its upcoming God of War series. However, the reveal has done little to ease concerns within an already skeptical fanbase or generate meaningful excitement around the project.

Marius Müller, 28 Feb 2026 11:40

Lime green will reportedly be the third color option for the tablet. Pictured: a promo picture showing a game running on the tab.

Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 5 leak teases bold new colorway for upcoming flagship gaming tablet

The Lenovo Legion Y700 Gen 5 is set to launch soon in China, and it seems that the company will showcase it at MWC 2026 as well. Ahead of the official unveiling, a leak from a reputable source has showcased the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 gaming tablet in a flashy new lime-green colorway.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 28 Feb 2026 10:59

The Mega Man Charged Up collection will expire on March 19, 2026. Pictured: Steam Deck running Legacy Collection 2.

Deal | Mega Humble Bundle games deal brings 9 action-platformer hits for less than $6 each

Humble Bundle has refreshed the game bundles section, and there's a new addition. Called Mega Man: Charged Up Collection, it includes 9 classic and modern action platformers, with a total retail value of $244. However, all can be had for just $50.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 28 Feb 2026 09:26

It appears that the long-awaited Orange Pi Neo gaming handheld has been put on hold.

Linux gaming setback: Orange Pi Neo handheld delayed due to skyrocketing RAM and storage costs

Linux gamers are in for some bad news - the Orange Pi gaming handheld has been delayed, due to unexpected increases in RAM and storage prices. The gaming handheld was first announced back in 2024, boasting a 7-inch FHD+ 120 Hz display, AMD Zen 4 APUs, and up to 2 TB storage.

Sambit Saha, 28 Feb 2026 02:17

FromSoftware rejected a PS5 Bloodborne remake from Bluepoint Games, not Sony PlayStation

The saga of the missing Bloodborne remake has taken another unexpected turn. Now-closed Bluepoint Games, which reintroduced Demon’s Souls to the PS5, made multiple proposals to revamp the classic. As it turns out, FromSoftware may have denied fans a remake or remaster, rather than Sony.

Adam Corsetti, 27 Feb 2026 23:05

An image showing Aegis in front of a building in Steelrising.

Deal | This action RPG set during the French Revolution in Paris in 1789 is 90% off on Steam

Steelrising is an action RPG set in an alternative version of the French Revolution. You play as a robot and must face the king’s armies by attacking your enemies and using Paris as a playground to save the revolution.

Alexis Stegmann, 27 Feb 2026 21:07

Nintendo quietly approved Switch 2 price increase due to memory costs, says analyst

Higher memory costs haven’t yet prompted an official Switch 2 price hike. Still, an industry consultant points out that some gamers are already paying more for the console. Matthew Ball thinks that Nintendo axed the Mario Kart World bundle to protect profits during the component shortage.

Adam Corsetti, 27 Feb 2026 19:52

Raul Bautista, one of the characters in GTA 6.

GTA 6 leaks: Alleged former Rockstar employee shares some crazy in-game features

GTA 6 is scheduled for release on November 19, if there are no more delays. The leaks and rumors, however, have been coming in non-stop and a few days ago, a Reddit post made some borderline unbelievable claims.

Vineet Washington, 27 Feb 2026 18:48

Bungie’s new extraction shooter Marathon is scheduled for release on March 5, 2026.

Steam hype before launch: New extraction shooter starts free “Server Slam” and surpasses Arc Raiders

Bungie’s new extraction shooter Marathon, set to launch on March 5 and already available for pre-order, is currently the third best-selling game on Steam in the United States. From February 28, players can try the game for free during the final test phase – the “Server Slam” – which grants several days of open access.

Marius Müller, 27 Feb 2026 17:26

Pictured - an ingame screenshot from Iverian Wars.

New free-to-play MMORPG crash-lands on Steam with an 1,800+ player peak and abysmal reviews

Iverian Wars: Craxion vs Defugel launched Feb 24, 2026 to a "Mostly Negative" 28% rating. Despite a 1,839 player peak, the 4Story reskin is under constant fire for poor optimization, bottlenecked quests, and heavy P2W mechanics.

Anubhav Sharma, 27 Feb 2026 17:16

A picture of Nier's creator Yoko Taro wearing his mask

NieR creator Yoko Taro to write every script for new Evangelion series

Neon Genesis Evangelion will return with a new original anime series announced during the franchise’s 30th-anniversary event in Yokohama, with NieR creator Yoko Taro writing every script and Studio Khara co-producing with CloverWorks.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 27 Feb 2026 14:35

Pictured - official cinematic artwork from Spellcasters Chronicles.

New free-to-play MOBA from Quantic Dream launches on Steam early access with "Mixed" rating and technical friction

Quantic Dream’s Spellcasters Chronicles hit Steam's early access Feb 26 to a "Mixed" 52% rating. The 3v3 aerial deckbuilder peaked at 888 players - players dig its visuals but it's getting criticism for technical bugs and passive macro-heavy combat.

Anubhav Sharma, 27 Feb 2026 12:29

GDC 2026 runs March 9–13 in San Francisco, but Qualcomm is not expected to announce Snapdragon handheld updates at the event.

GDC 2026: Qualcomm says no Snapdragon G or Snapdragon X updates planned

Qualcomm will not announce Windows gaming handheld updates at GDC 2026 and won’t offer hands-on benchmarking of recent Snapdragon X updates at the event.

Darryl Linington, 27 Feb 2026 10:11

Banner for Resident Evil Requiem Steam player count is shown

Resident Evil Requiem Steam player count breaks RE4's 168K record 30 mins after release

Resident Evil Requiem quickly set a new standard for survival horror popularity on Steam. Soon after going live on its release date, RE9 skyrocketed past the record set by the Resident Evil 4 remake. Strong pre-order sales and reviews have contributed to a peak Steam player count of over 250K.

Adam Corsetti, 27 Feb 2026 08:01

AYN reveals date for next batch of Thor and Odin 3 pre-orders

AYN has been selling its latest handhelds, the Thor and the Odin 3 on a pre-order basis since their announcement in 2025. Now, it has revealed when it will begin accepting the next batch of orders for both devices.

Habeeb Onawole, 27 Feb 2026 05:59

The Keychron V10 Ultra mechanical keyboard.

Keychron launches V10 Ultra 75% mechanical keyboard that lasts up to 660 hours on a single charge

Keychron has introduced a new mechanical keyboard called the V10 Ultra. This one uses a 75% Alice layout and it can last up to 660 hours after a full charge.

Abdul Haddi, 27 Feb 2026 02:23

Marathon's initial reception has been mostly positive

Marathon gets off to a hot start with over 100,000 concurrent players

Marathon’s free-to-play server slam test is now live and is being well received by the community. It has a six-digit player count on PC alone, and that figure may be just as high on consoles.

Anil Ganti, 27 Feb 2026 01:58

Metacritic deletes Resident Evil Requiem review written by generative AI and issues warning

One website is taking shortcuts to capitalize on the Resident Evil Requiem hype. Readers noticed that a review for the survival horror game posted on Metacritic had obvious signs of generative AI. The aggregator has removed the article and pledged to ban sites relying on AI writing.

Adam Corsetti, 27 Feb 2026 01:08

The AYN Thor is a dual-screen handheld gaming device powered by Android.

AYN Thor: Manufacturer announces another price increase is on the horizon

AYN has revealed that its dual-screen device, the Thor, is about to get more expensive. The manufacturer says the rising cost of memory used for the Thor will cause a second upward price review in the near future.

Habeeb Onawole, 27 Feb 2026 00:09

Path of Exile's newest patch has been shown off

Path of Exile 3.28 shown off with new Mirage mechanic and sweeping endgame improvements

Path of Exile’s newest 3.28 update has been shown off in detail. It introduces a new Mirage league mechanic, new uniques, a new Ascendancy class and a bunch of changes for the endgame.

Anil Ganti, 27 Feb 2026 00:08

Asus ROG Flow Z13-KJP has been tested with SteamOS.

128 GB RAM monster with SteamOS: Asus ROG Flow Z13-KJP gaming tablet proves to be plenty fast for AAA gaming

The Asus ROG Flow Z13-KJP is a special edition of the 2025 ROG Flow Z13 gaming tablet. Featuring a stunning Death Stranding-inspired design, a 13.4-inch 180 Hz IPS display, the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 APU, and 128 GB of RAM, the ROG Flow Z13-KJP is built to impress. The tablet has now been tested with SteamOS installed.

Fawad Murtaza, 26 Feb 2026 22:43

Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos, the lead characters in GTA 6.

No more GTA 6 delays as Take-Two reportedly reaffirms launch date to Sony, Microsoft

Rest assured GTA 6 fans, it seems Take-Two has told Sony and Microsoft that there are no delays to the game’s release, for now. This means it would stick to its November 19 release on consoles.

Vineet Washington, 26 Feb 2026 22:13

Samsung Odyssey OLED G5 promotional image.

Deal | Samsung’s already affordable 180 Hz OLED gaming monitor gets major discount and free Resident Evil Requiem to boot

The Samsung Odyssey OLED G5 (G50SF) is a relatively budget friendly OLED gaming monitor and it has been discounted on Amazon and Samsung’s website. The deal includes a free copy of Resident Evil Requiem.

Vineet Washington, 26 Feb 2026 21:25

Steam and PlayStation logos shown on PC monitor

Insider hints at fewer PS5 exclusive games on PC, with Wolverine Steam release in doubt

Insider Jason Schreier has heard that Sony might revert to more strict PlayStation exclusivity. Gamers previously had some assurance that first-party PS5 games would eventually land on PCs. Steam sales may not be lucrative enough to bring console titles like Marvel’s Wolverine to the marketplace.

Adam Corsetti, 26 Feb 2026 20:17

The next-generation Allodube iPlay Mini Ultra gaming tablet has been teased.

Powerful 8.8-inch compact gaming tablet teased ahead of launch, revealing Antutu scores

Alldocube has teased its upcoming compact gaming tablet, the iPlay Mini 4 Ultra. The teasers do not reveal the exact SoC being utilized, but the company did share promising Antutu scores. A global launch is also likely.

Sambit Saha, 26 Feb 2026 20:15

The white Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 is a compact 14-inch gaming laptop with RTX 5080 and gorgeous OLED display

Deal | RTX 5080-powered Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 with Ryzen AI 9 HX and 2TB SSD gets huge 37% open-box discount

The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 might be one of the most popular 14-inch gaming laptops for gamers who are often on the go and are in the market for a powerful yet portable RTX 5080 machine.

Enrico Frahn, 26 Feb 2026 19:44

Invite-only Valve shooter Deadlock hits 125,000 concurrent players after “Old Gods, New Blood” update

Valve’s invite-only, unreleased MOBA shooter Deadlock surged to 125,000 concurrent players on 22 February 2026, briefly rivaling Marvel Rivals and nearing Overwatch 2’s peak despite lacking a public release and any marketing push.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 26 Feb 2026 18:58

Epic Games Store announces first March 2026 giveaway with Overwhelmingly Positively rated title for PC gamers

Epic Games has confirmed that it will be starting March 2026 by giving away an action-adventure game with roguelite elements. At the same time, the company has confirmed that it will be providing a series of in-game items worth over $100 for another title.

Alex Alderson, 26 Feb 2026 18:00

Asus ROG Flow Z13-KJP Hands-On - gaming tablet with Death Stranding design & AMD Strix Halo

After the impressive ACRNM edition of the ROG Flow Z13, Asus now launches a new special edition of its gaming convertible inspired by the game Death Stranding. It is powered by AMDs Strix Halo SoC Ryzen AI Max+ 395 in combination with the Radeon 8060S as well as 128 GB RAM.

Andreas Osthoff, 26 Feb 2026 17:55

Deal | For mobile gamers: New free game giveaway now available on Epic Games Store

The Epic Games Store is finishing up another month with a new free game for mobile players. Available on Android and iOS, this week's giveaway will last between February 26 and March 5. Boxes: Lost Fragments is highly rated on both platforms while being hailed as a masterpiece by some gamers.

Alex Alderson, 26 Feb 2026 17:54

Resident Evil Requiem performance review shows major PS5 Pro advantages over other consoles

Players often complain that PS5 Pro enhanced games ship with only incremental upgrades. That appears not to be the case with Resident Evil Requiem on the pricey PlayStation console. A performance review highlights how the 120Hz mode doesn’t degrade its stunning 4K graphics.

Adam Corsetti, 26 Feb 2026 17:38

Xiaomi's new 200 Hz gaming monitor also offers 400 nits peak brightness.

Xiaomi continues global rollout of new 200 Hz gaming monitor

Xiaomi has released its latest 200 Hz gaming monitor in more markets. Now available across East Asia, Southeast Asia and Europe for the first time, the new monitor also boasts 400 nits peak brightness and 1 ms response times. The Xiaomi 2K Gaming Monitor G27Qi 2026 is relatively affordable to boot.

Alex Alderson, 26 Feb 2026 15:55

According to the leak, Wolfenstein 3 is currently in development under the codename Valkyrie.

Wolfenstein 3: Leak suggests development is in full swing – first details revealed

A new leak, reportedly based on a casting call, provides the first clues about a potential third main entry in the Wolfenstein series. It includes a working title as well as initial details regarding the story.

Marius Müller, 26 Feb 2026 15:16

SteamWorld Heist is 93% off on Steam until March 11.

Deal | Trick shots instead of percentages: Turn-based tactics RPG with 93% positive reviews drops to $1 on Steam

SteamWorld Heist adds a refreshing twist to turn-based strategy and has received strong praise from the community. Until March 11, the game is 93% off on Steam, reducing the price to just around $1.

Marius Müller, 26 Feb 2026 15:02

Pokémon Day will take place on February 27 and marks the franchise's 30th anniversary.

Pokémon Day 2026: Exclusive Bulbasaur promo card and more – here’s how to take part

The upcoming Pokémon Day celebrates the brand’s 30th anniversary with special in-store events around the world. Alongside various other giveaways, fans will also have the opportunity to receive an exclusive Bulbasaur promo card.

Marius Müller, 26 Feb 2026 14:40

LG 27GX790B B 720Hz Tandem OLED monitor gets a $200 discount

Deal | LG's UltraGear 27GX790B 1440p Tandem OLED monitor with 720Hz mode hits new all-time low

LG's 27GX790B-B gets its first discount, bringing the price down from $999.99 to $799.99. Built around LG Display's 540Hz Tandem WOLED panel, it can hit 720Hz at 720p and up to 1,500 nits brightness for faster and brighter gaming.

Elvis Shida, 26 Feb 2026 13:49

Deal | Epic Games Store launches final February 2026 free game giveaway

The Epic Games Store has launched its final free game giveaways of February 2026. Available to claim for a short time, this week's giveaway includes a title for macOS gamers, too. Epic Games will be offering Boxes: Lost Fragments and My Night Job simultaneously.

Alex Alderson, 26 Feb 2026 13:34

Gaming

Xbox console executive says she left team after refusing to wear bathrobe at GDC hotel

Analyst declares new Xbox console dead, slamming Microsoft for Game Pass price increase

HyperMegaTech Super Pocket gets a Rare edition with 14 classic games

Deal | “Sometimes you need luck to win”: Challenging top-down shooter is now free on Steam

Retro game archive with 390 TB worth of data is shutting down in March

Video | Resident Evil: Requiem first impressions - Pathtracing for the masses?

Nvidia is giving away an RTX 5090 with a custom Resident Evil Requiem wrap

RedOctane unveils Stage Tour, a Guitar Hero spiritual successor for Fall 2026

Nintendo begins selling special edition Switch 2 Pro controller

AYN Thor and Odin 3 new pricing revealed, to take effect in March

Deal | "Thrilling to the last drop": Vampire RPG drops from $40 to $4 on Steam for the first time

External desktop graphics card on a mini PC, laptop or tablet? The Minisforum DEG2 makes it possible

God of War series: Amazon reveals first look at Kratos and Atreus – fans disappointed

Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 5 leak teases bold new colorway for upcoming flagship gaming tablet

Deal | Mega Humble Bundle games deal brings 9 action-platformer hits for less than $6 each

Linux gaming setback: Orange Pi Neo handheld delayed due to skyrocketing RAM and storage costs

FromSoftware rejected a PS5 Bloodborne remake from Bluepoint Games, not Sony PlayStation

Deal | This action RPG set during the French Revolution in Paris in 1789 is 90% off on Steam

Nintendo quietly approved Switch 2 price increase due to memory costs, says analyst

GTA 6 leaks: Alleged former Rockstar employee shares some crazy in-game features

Steam hype before launch: New extraction shooter starts free “Server Slam” and surpasses Arc Raiders

New free-to-play MMORPG crash-lands on Steam with an 1,800+ player peak and abysmal reviews

NieR creator Yoko Taro to write every script for new Evangelion series

New free-to-play MOBA from Quantic Dream launches on Steam early access with "Mixed" rating and technical friction

GDC 2026: Qualcomm says no Snapdragon G or Snapdragon X updates planned

Resident Evil Requiem Steam player count breaks RE4's 168K record 30 mins after release

AYN reveals date for next batch of Thor and Odin 3 pre-orders

Keychron launches V10 Ultra 75% mechanical keyboard that lasts up to 660 hours on a single charge

Marathon gets off to a hot start with over 100,000 concurrent players

Metacritic deletes Resident Evil Requiem review written by generative AI and issues warning

AYN Thor: Manufacturer announces another price increase is on the horizon

Path of Exile 3.28 shown off with new Mirage mechanic and sweeping endgame improvements

128 GB RAM monster with SteamOS: Asus ROG Flow Z13-KJP gaming tablet proves to be plenty fast for AAA gaming

No more GTA 6 delays as Take-Two reportedly reaffirms launch date to Sony, Microsoft

Deal | Samsung’s already affordable 180 Hz OLED gaming monitor gets major discount and free Resident Evil Requiem to boot

Insider hints at fewer PS5 exclusive games on PC, with Wolverine Steam release in doubt

Powerful 8.8-inch compact gaming tablet teased ahead of launch, revealing Antutu scores

Deal | RTX 5080-powered Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 with Ryzen AI 9 HX and 2TB SSD gets huge 37% open-box discount

Invite-only Valve shooter Deadlock hits 125,000 concurrent players after “Old Gods, New Blood” update

Epic Games Store announces first March 2026 giveaway with Overwhelmingly Positively rated title for PC gamers

Asus ROG Flow Z13-KJP Hands-On - gaming tablet with Death Stranding design & AMD Strix Halo

Deal | For mobile gamers: New free game giveaway now available on Epic Games Store

Resident Evil Requiem performance review shows major PS5 Pro advantages over other consoles

Xiaomi continues global rollout of new 200 Hz gaming monitor

Wolfenstein 3: Leak suggests development is in full swing – first details revealed

Deal | Trick shots instead of percentages: Turn-based tactics RPG with 93% positive reviews drops to $1 on Steam

Video | The best looking "laptops" of 2026 - ROG Flow Z13-KJP / ProArt PX13

Pokémon Day 2026: Exclusive Bulbasaur promo card and more – here’s how to take part

Deal | LG's UltraGear 27GX790B 1440p Tandem OLED monitor with 720Hz mode hits new all-time low

Deal | Epic Games Store launches final February 2026 free game giveaway

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