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Dead by Daylight is currently free to play on Steam – and available at a 60% discount until June 26. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Free for a limited time: Multiplayer survival horror on Steam

Horror fans are in for a treat on Steam this weekend: the popular asymmetrical survival game Dead by Daylight is free to play until Sunday. If you want to continue playing afterward, you can grab the full version at around $8, tha...

Marius Müller, 20 Jun 2025 15:21

Victoria 3 is free to play until June 22 and available at a 70% discount until June 26. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Steam: Deep strategy game free to play for a limited time

If you're after a strategic experience focused on political choices and social progress rather than warfare, Victoria 3 might be worth checking out. You can play the grand strategy game for free this weekend, and it's 70% off afte...

Marius Müller, 20 Jun 2025 14:49

Shortly after release, Star Overdrive has earned 100% positive ratings on Steam. (Image source: Steam)

Hidden gem on Steam: Sci-Fi adventure launches with 100% positive reviews, demo available

Although player numbers are modest, the reviews are glowing. If you're in the mood for a fresh sci-fi adventure, Star Overdrive might be the hidden gem you're looking for – available now with a 20% launch discount and a free demo ...

Marius Müller, 20 Jun 2025 14:34

The Alters is available for 30% off on Fanatical. (Image source: 11 Bit Studios and Fanatical)

Deal | Hit sci-fi survival game now 30% off just a few days after launch

The Alters is a new game from 11 Bit Studios that has received thousands of positive reviews since its launch a week ago. Praised for its unique store, graphics, and gameplay, the game is available to buy now with a 30% discount, ...

Habeeb Onawole, 20 Jun 2025 14:11

Deal | Free on Steam until June 23: Gravity-based platformer worth $4.99 is now 100% off

Now free to keep on Steam, ROTA: Bend Gravity is available to claim until June 23, after which it will cost $4.99. The open-source puzzle-platformer holds 50 puzzles across 8 colorful worlds with clever gravity mechanics.

Anubhav Sharma, 20 Jun 2025 14:10

Nioh takes place in 1600s feudal Japan where fantastical creatures are aplenty. (Image source: Koei Tecmo, Steam, edited)

Deal | Just $7.49 for highly rated Japanese action RPG with brutal, "utterly rewarding" combat: Nioh enjoys 85% Steam discount

Koei Tecmo, the prolific Japanese developer and publisher of ARPGs, is running a giant sale on Steam on many of their most famous titles. Nioh: Complete Edition is also among the discounted titles and is now available at a massive...

Fawad Murtaza, 20 Jun 2025 13:58

The MagicX One 35 should be available next month in three launch colours. (Image source: MagicX)

MagicX One 35: Release revealed for new compact retro gaming handheld that can emulate Dreamcast and PlayStation games

MagicX has shared new details about its next 3.5-inch horizontal retro gaming handheld. Apparently launching next month in three colours, the MagicX One 35 should be powerful enough to emulate up to Dreamcast and PlayStation 2 gam...

Alex Alderson, 20 Jun 2025 13:02

The RG Slide harks back to the classic designs of the PSP Go and the Xperia Play. (Image source: Anbernic)

RG Slide: Anbernic releases nostalgic and pocketable gaming handheld with innovative sliding form factor

The Anbernic RG Slide is finally here after a spate of teasers. Available for $179.99, the 4.7-inch and 120 Hz gaming handheld leans heavily on nostalgia with a form factor that maximises its pocketability.

Alex Alderson, 20 Jun 2025 12:58

A screenshot for the 2023 of Dead Space that shows off the dismemberment gameplay. (Image Source: Steam)

Deal | Just $11.99 on Steam: Classic survival horror remake 80% off for a limited time

EA Motive's fantastic remake of the first Dead Space game falls to its lowest price yet on Steam. The well-received remake faithfully overhauls the original, seamlessly expanding gameplay and adding new story beats. It utilizes th...

Rohith Bhaskar, 20 Jun 2025 09:21

Battlefield 2042 currently costs $2.99. Pictured: an edited screenshot from the game. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Steam game deal: Massive sandbox-style multiplayer drops from $59.99 to $2.99

Battlefield 2042 is enjoying a massive discount on Steam. It generally goes for $59.99 when there's no sale in place, but thanks to this limited-time game deal, it can be purchased for only $2.99.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 20 Jun 2025 08:19

65,000 reviews even before official launch: New management sim hits Steam with a 25% launch discount and future multiplayer plans

Supermarket Simulator has finally exited early access with its 1.0 launch on Steam, adding online orders, upgraded visuals, and plans for multiplayer and console support. It’s 25% off ($14.99) until June 26.

Anubhav Sharma, 20 Jun 2025 00:39

Asus ROG Ally banner (Image source: Asus ROG gaming with edits)

Deal | The Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme handheld gaming PC falls to $450, matching its all-time low sale price

As the new Xbox handheld approaches, the Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme offers many of the same advantages. The handheld gaming PC is compact and handles most Windows-compatible titles. Its current discount makes competitors like the St...

Adam Corsetti, 20 Jun 2025 00:22

Cloud gaming illustration with multiple users connected via central infrastructure (Image source: vectorjuice via Freepik)

Capsule prototype enables up to 2.25 times more cloud gaming sessions per GPU

The engine-level system, tested within O3DE, isolated multiple players per GPU without modifying application code, and maintained consistent performance across four evaluated titles.

Louise Burke, 19 Jun 2025 22:12

The MagicX Zero 40 in its two launch colours. (Image source: MagicX)

MagicX confirms release date delay for Nintendo DS centric gaming handheld

The MagicX Zero 40 is one of the more unusual gaming handhelds announced lately. Unfortunately, its launch this week has not gone ahead as planned. Instead, MagicX has now outlined the details behind the delay and when its Nintend...

Alex Alderson, 19 Jun 2025 21:18

The Epic Games Store has returned to the Doodle God universe for this week's mobile game giveaway. (Image source: Epic Games - edited)

Deal | Epic Games Store: New free game now available on Android and iOS for puzzle fans

Epic Games has switched up its freebie program for mobile gamers with a new puzzle title. Returning to the Doodle Good universe again, this week's giveaway focuses on Doodle God: Infinite Alchemy Merge, which is available to downl...

Alex Alderson, 19 Jun 2025 21:14

Nintendo Switch 2 console with Joy-Con controllers and dock (Image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo Switch version 20.1.5 update reportedly adds faster unlocking and improved cursor behavior

Nintendo has released Switch system update version 20.1.5, officially described as a stability improvement. However, users on Reddit have pointed out subtle but noticeable enhancements not mentioned in the patch notes.

Anmol Dubey, 19 Jun 2025 20:59

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet playing on Switch 2 (Image source: Nintendo of America, AIPT with edits)

Analysis finds Switch 2 specs massively boost Pokémon Scarlet and Violet performance and confirms DLSS

With relatively few first-party Switch 2 games, updates are breathing new life into previous-gen titles. Pokémon Scarlet and Violet now displays significant bumps in frame rate and resolution. However, the boosted Switch 2 specs c...

Adam Corsetti, 19 Jun 2025 20:56

Keychron M3 Mini 8K and M2 8K gaming mouses

Keychron launches two new lightweight wireless gaming mouses with 8 kHz polling and 30,000 DPI

Keychron has officially launched the M2 8K and the M3 Mini 8K, both featuring the venerable PixArt 3950 sensor, 8 kHz wireless polling, and lightweight designs. Both new gaming mice are available online for just $69.99.

Julian van der Merwe, 19 Jun 2025 20:51

Xbox backward compatibility promotional image. (Image source: Xbox)

Report: Xbox 360 and older games could come to PC with upgrades thanks to ‘Xbox Classics’ program

Microsoft is said to be working with the Xenia Canary Xbox 360 emulation team to bring older games to PC, Game Pass, and xCloud. This could be announced in two waves next year as it marks the 25th anniversary of Xbox.

Vineet Washington, 19 Jun 2025 20:07

BitCraft Online enters Early Access on Steam on June 20. (Image source: Steam)

Steam: One of the most anticipated MMORPGs enters early access

BitCraft Online is a sandbox MMO that offers fresh opportunities through its unique terraforming system. With over 200,000 users adding it to their Steam wish lists, the game is set to enter Early Access on June 20. Update: The Ea...

Marius Müller, 19 Jun 2025 19:33

PlayStation Mid-Year Deals promotional image. (Image source: PlayStation)

Deal | PlayStation Mid-Year Deals are live: Black Myth: Wukong, RDR 2, GTA V, and more see major discounts

PlayStation users are getting another round of discounts as the Mid-Year Deals kick in. There are almost 500 games that have been discounted and some AAA titles are available for $10 or less.

Vineet Washington, 19 Jun 2025 18:39

The MO27Q2A builds on the MO27Q2 with a 40 Hz faster refresh rate. (Image source: Gigabyte)

Gigabyte MO27Q2A: Availability of new 280 Hz OLED gaming monitor revealed with $499 launch price suggested

The Gigabyte MO27Q2A shares almost all of its hardware with last year's MO27Q2. However, Gigabyte has increased its new monitor's refresh rate from 240 Hz to 280 Hz while dropping the price by $200 to $499.

Alex Alderson, 19 Jun 2025 18:33

Virtual Game Card menu on the Nintendo Switch interface displaying popular titles such as The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Splatoon 3, and Pokémon Scarlet. (Image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo Switch users on Reddit discover hidden limit on virtual game cards, sparking discussion

Some Nintendo Switch users have stumbled upon a hidden limitation while organizing their digital game libraries. A post on Reddit brought attention to an unexpected restriction that kicks in after hiding a large number of titles.

Anmol Dubey, 19 Jun 2025 18:08

The Redmi Game Controller will launch as an accessory for the Redmi K Pad Android tablet. (Image source: Redmi)

Redmi's first game controller has a split design and Xbox-style layout

The Redmi Game Controller was unveiled during a livestream showcasing the Redmi K Pad and Redmi K80 Ultra. The wireless mobile controller ditches the common telescopic design for a split design.

Habeeb Onawole, 19 Jun 2025 17:41

Sable is the last free game of June 2025 on Epic Games Store. Pictured: an edited screenshot from the game. (Image source: Epic Games Store)

Final Epic Games Store free game of June 2025 turns out to be a multi-award winner

Epic Games Store has refreshed its free games selection, and besides making the penultimate freebie of June 2025 live, it has unveiled the final giveaway. This last free game for the month happens to be the winner of multiple awar...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 19 Jun 2025 17:35

Nintendo Switch 2 games at retailer (Image source: Switch 2 Stock Alerts X account)

Sales of third-party Nintendo Switch 2 games fall flat, as gamers prefer first-party launch titles

With the Switch 2 release date now passed, analysts are discovering what gamers are playing. Third-party Switch 2 launch titles are appealing to buyers less than some publishers had hoped. Owners of the handheld are still gravitat...

Adam Corsetti, 19 Jun 2025 17:17

Official concept art for Battlefield 6 from Battlefield Labs. (Image source: EA)

Battlefield 6 reportedly moves from pre-alpha to alpha, adds DLSS and more

Looks like there was a sizable update to Battlefield Labs moving the upcoming game from pre-alpha to alpha. It also adds files for the battle royale mode and support for DLSS 4.

Vineet Washington, 19 Jun 2025 17:03

TrimUI's CNC housing adds $10 to the Brick's typical retail price. (Image source: TrimUI)

TrimUI Brick Hammer: Refresh of popular pocket-sized gaming handheld released with premium CNC metal shells

The TrimUI Brick has received another refresh. Called the TrimUI Brick Hammer, the refresh adds a CNC-machined metal housing that should improve heat dissipation while also providing a more premium feel.

Alex Alderson, 19 Jun 2025 16:59

The Lenovo Legion Go 2 was first shown off at CES 2025 (image source: Lenovo)

Tentative Lenovo Legion Go 2 release window revealed by new leak

A Lenovo support representative has revealed the Legion Go 2's approximate release window. The AMD Ryzen Z2-powered console supposedly goes on sale in September.

Anil Ganti, 19 Jun 2025 15:37

Ertugrul of Ulukayin launched in Early Access on Steam on June 12 and currently holds a 92% positive rating. (Image source: Steam)

Steam: "The Turkish Witcher" – innovative action RPG launches in Early Access with 92% positive reviews

This new action RPG puts the spotlight on tactical combat, a distinctive setting and an engaging story – and it’s already making waves. Ertugrul of Ulukayin launched on Steam in Early Access on June 12 and is off to a strong start...

Marius Müller, 19 Jun 2025 15:05

Until June 22, Poly Bridge 2 is available on Steam at 80% off, bringing the price down to around $3. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Lowest price on Steam: Complex construction game with 95% positive reviews now just $3

If you enjoy creative problem-solving and you're up for a challenge, Poly Bridge 2 might be worth a look. As a bridge builder, you'll apply real-world physics to help vehicles cross gaps and rivers safely. The game is currently 80...

Marius Müller, 19 Jun 2025 14:43

GameNative can run Steam games with DRM natively on Android (Image source: GameSir and Steam - edited)

GameNative promises hassle-free Windows game emulation on Android

While Winlator has captured quite an amount of attention with its ability to emulate Windows games on Android, it often requires some tinkering. GameNative promises to make things easier by offering an almost setup-free emulation ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 19 Jun 2025 14:41

Epic Games' latest giveaway can be downloaded on macOS and Windows. (Image source: Epic Games Store)

Deal | Epic Games Store: New free game giveaway now available for macOS and Windows but only for a limited time

The Epic Games Store has started giving away a new free game on Windows. Also available on macOS, The Operator is a narrative-based puzzle game that takes various twists and turns on a 'mind-bending story' as you investigate and s...

Alex Alderson, 19 Jun 2025 12:31

Since its reboot in 2013, the Tomb Raider series have spanned three mainline entries. (Image source: Crystal Dynamics, Steam, edited)

Deal | Only $2 for AAA third-person action-adventure game: Tomb Raider with "Overwhelmingly Positive" rating is on sale on Steam

The legendary Tomb Raider series returned with a bang in 2013. Developed by Crystal Dynamics, 2013's Tomb Raider reboot is a highly rated third-person action-adventure game and can now be yours for under $3.

Fawad Murtaza, 19 Jun 2025 11:54

A new Capcom Spotlight has been announced for next week. Pictured - official teaser. (Image source: Capcom)

A new Capcom Spotlight will be presented next week and big games are expected

A new Capcom Spotlight event will take place on June 26, and big names from the world of video games are expected to attend.

Alexis Stegmann, 19 Jun 2025 10:49

It's unclear when this currently free game will transition to paid. Pictured: edited screenshot from Down the Rabbit Hole. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Non-VR port of indie adventure game launches on Steam with limited-time 100% discount

Down the Rabbit Hole, an indie adventure game tailor-made for VR, now has a non-VR port. The re-imagined "flattened" version of the title launched as a free game, but as the developers note, it will transition to paid soon.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 19 Jun 2025 10:38

The monitor has a 800 Hz refresh rate. (Image source: HKC)

Reaching new heights: HKC unveils gaming monitor with 800 Hz refresh rate and mini LED

HKC has just unveiled a new monitor with an extremely high refresh rate and mini LED lighting. AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and G-Sync are also on board, which suggests that the model is more or less aimed at demanding video gamers.

Silvio Werner, 19 Jun 2025 10:35

The new additions to the in-game overlay are currently available on the Beta Client (Image source: Steam)

Big update arrives for in-game Performance Monitor overlay of Steam

The Steam Performance Monitor has received a major upgrade. Available in the Beta Client, this new update adds new metrics, including an upscaled FPS counter, and it can detect whether DLSS and FSR are active.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 19 Jun 2025 08:41

Prince of Persia Sands of Time Remake is reported to be deep in development. (Image source: Ubisoft)

Ubisoft provides update on Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake; suggests fans play another Prince of Persia game while they wait

Ubisoft has provided an update regarding the development of the Prince of Persia Sands of Time Remake. It has also suggested fans play a new title in the series while they await the arrival of the 2003 remake.

Habeeb Onawole, 19 Jun 2025 01:58

Donkey Kong Bananza artwork with a 3D Mario (Image source: Nintendo of America with edits)

Leak reveals that Donkey Kong Bananza won't delay a Super Mario Odyssey Switch 2 sequel

One of the most anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 games is an unannounced Super Mario Odyssey sequel. Donkey Kong Bananza may hold over fans with a colorful, open-world experience. An insider claims that even with similarities, a 3D M...

Adam Corsetti, 19 Jun 2025 01:19

The currently most affordable version of the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 10 OLED is on sale for $450 off (Image source: Alex Wätzel)

Deal | RTX 5070 Ti, Core Ultra 9 and 240Hz OLED: Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 10 gets biggest discount thus far

Blackwell-powered gaming laptops are slowly receiving more meaningful price cuts. Fortunately, even the well-equipped Legion Pro 7i with an RTX 5070 Ti and smooth OLED screen has now dropped under $2,400 for the first time.

Enrico Frahn, 19 Jun 2025 00:41

Wartorn screenshot showing a tree unit fighting alongside elves and mages

New dark fantasy roguelite RTS game from Age of Empires, Borderlands, and BioShock veterans lands on Steam with launch discount

Wartorn is a new dark fantasy roguelite adventure game developed by Age of Empires, Borderlands, and BioShock veterans. The game follows two sisters as they embark on a treacherous journey to their homeland, gathering a force of e...

Julian van der Merwe, 19 Jun 2025 00:16

Alzara Radiant Echoes is no longer in development (image source: Kickstarter)

Final Fantasy inspired JRPG that raised over $300,000 on Kickstarter effectively cancelled

Studio Camelia, the studio developing Alzara Radiant Echoes, has announced it will no longer be able to continue developing the turn-based JRPG. Despite raising a substantial amount of money via Kickstarter, it was unable to secur...

Anil Ganti, 18 Jun 2025 23:00

Asus Prime GeForce RTX 5060 OC

Asus Prime GeForce RTX 5060 OC review: Strong price-performance GPU for 1080p gaming

Solid performance with a major flaw The Asus Prime GeForce RTX 5060 OC offers an appealing price, but is its performance adequate for modern games? This review examines the price-performance ratio, benchmark results, noise levels, and the real-world impact of its limited VRAM.
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 | 756 g

Sebastian Bade, 18 Jun 2025 22:48

Until June 26, Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration is available on Steam at 85% off. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Steam: Iconic action adventure with 50+ hours of gameplay for under $5 on sale

If you're in the mood for a rich adventure with plenty to explore and a well-balanced mix of combat, puzzles and discovery, Steam might have just the thing. Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration is currently 85% off, matchi...

Marius Müller, 18 Jun 2025 22:15

Keychron C1 Pro 8K and C3 Pro 8K mechanical keyboards

Keychron launches two $55 mechanical gaming keyboards with classic retro or gaming looks and Snap Tap

Keychron has officially announced twin affordable mechanical gaming keyboards, offering 8 kHz polling, Snap Tap, and a choice between a charming retro aesthetic and an RGB-laden gamer-fest. Both keyboards also support QMK and Keyc...

Julian van der Merwe, 18 Jun 2025 19:21

Soulstone Survivors first entered early access in November 2022. Pictured - a snapshot from the game's trailer. (Image source: Xbox on YouTube)

New hack-and-slash roguelite RPG hits Steam with 21,000+ "Very Positive" reviews, massive skill trees, and 35% launch discount

A new action roguelite, Soulstone Survivors, has launched on Steam with 21K+ "Very Positive" reviews. The top-down RPG features deep builds, fast-paced combat, and no microtransactions - now available with a 35% launch discount.

Anubhav Sharma, 18 Jun 2025 18:22

Rainbow Six Siege X Valkyrie Paragon Elite bundle skin (Image source: Rainbow Six Siege Intel X account)

Rainbow Six Siege X is now a free game, but introduces a $50 skin and controversial currency changes

Ubisoft's popular tactical shooter has transitioned to a free-to-play model. Sadly, collecting Rainbow Six Siege operators now requires more effort. Rainbow Six Siege X also offers the priciest premium skin yet in the history of t...

Adam Corsetti, 18 Jun 2025 18:15

Some users' Switch 2 consoles have been permanently banned from online services. (Image source: Nintendo w/ edits)

Nintendo bans users of MIG Switch flash cart on Switch 2

Nintendo has banned multiple Switch 2 gamers from all online services for using a MIG Switch flash cart. The MIG Switch, which allows users to play backed-up copies of Switch games, has been at the heart of controversy since its i...

Sam Medley, 18 Jun 2025 17:36

Three new games are coming to Xbox Game Pass this week. (Image source: Xbox Wire)

This week on Xbox Game Pass: Three new titles – including one of the year's biggest surprise hits

This week, Xbox Game Pass adds three new titles to its lineup. One of them is launching directly on the service and has already turned heads during its beta, drawing nearly 160,000 concurrent players in a surprise success.

Marius Müller, 18 Jun 2025 17:34

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