Topics

Trailer confirms EA Sports FC 26 on Switch 2 will have same current-gen features as Series X and PS5 game

Nintendo fans will soon have access to the latest EA Sports FC 26 innovations. For the first time, the Switch 2 game will boast identical features as other current-gen consoles. Improved Switch 2 specs have encouraged more third-p...

Adam Corsetti, 22 Jul 2025 21:44

A screengrab of the Shadow of the Colossus 2017 E3 trailer (image source: PlayStation YT)

Shadow of the Colossus designer Fumito Ueda believes the age of creating new game mechanics may be over

The game designer feels that developers and studios are better off focusing on refining existing game mechanics while focusing on aesthetic, art, and emotional resonance.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 22 Jul 2025 20:55

Razer Cobra HyperSpeed gaming mouse with underglow RGB lighting. (Image source: Razer)

Razer's new Cobra HyperSpeed gaming mouse is lighter yet more durable

Razer expands its Cobra gaming mouse portfolio with the Cobra HyperSpeed. The mouse is 15 grams lighter, more durable, and lasts a bit longer than the more expensive Cobra Pro.

Vineet Washington, 22 Jul 2025 20:37

Artwork from Battlefield's recent Community Update (image source: Battlefield X)

Battlefield 6 Open Beta might be coming soon as EA API leak suggests potential August 4 access

Battlefield 6 just became official today, and the Open Beta might be only a few days away as per data mined by Redditors on the Battlefield subreddit.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 22 Jul 2025 20:35

The official image of the game Silent Hill f. (Image source: Epic Games)

Silent Hill: Two retro games could make a comeback on PS5 and Xbox Series

Two retro games from the Silent Hill franchise could be making a comeback thanks to fans. But beware, nothing is official yet, and we'll have to wait a while before we can potentially play them again.

Alexis Stegmann, 22 Jul 2025 19:48

The 8BitDo Pro 3 controller can be connected to a Steam Deck via Bluetooth or USB. (Image source: 8BitDo)

8BitDo Pro 3 Bluetooth controller gets Steam compatibility

8BitDo's list of controllers with full Steam compatibility has grown by one. The manufacturer has announced that the newly launched 8BitDo Pro 3 Bluetooth controller is also compatible with Steam, Steam Deck, and Steam OS.

Habeeb Onawole, 22 Jul 2025 19:25

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora will offer a feature eagerly awaited by gamers

Two new features will be introduced in Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, and one of them will be very popular with players. But you'll have to be patient before you can enjoy it.

Alexis Stegmann, 22 Jul 2025 18:49

Nvidia is giving away an Asus ROG Strix Scar 16 gaming laptop - essentially the same model is pictured here (image source: Notebookcheck)

Deal | Asus ROG Strix Scar 16 gaming laptop with RTX 5080 GPU up for grabs via Nvidia's latest giveaway

Nvidia is giving away a high-end ROG Strix Scar 16 gaming laptop from Asus. It features an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5080 laptop GPU and a 16-inch 240 Hz mini-LED screen.

Anil Ganti, 22 Jul 2025 18:47

Wavetale has a really cool art style, as evident from the screenshot of the game (pictured) alongside. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | "Beautiful, ingenious, and mesmerizing" - Indie action-adventure game now down to $1.49 on Steam after a 95% discount

Wavetale just hit 95% discount on Steam at $1.49, near its all-time low. This narrative adventure features sea exploration and story-driven gameplay. Deal is live until August 4th.

Anubhav Sharma, 22 Jul 2025 18:37

Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown retail box art is shown (Image source: Amazon with edits)

Test Drive Unlimited dev downplays low Steam player counts, claiming stronger support as a PS5 game

Even with depressing Steam player counts, Nacon continues to update Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown. A developer for the racing title claims it has more support as a PS5 game. Sebastian Waxin warns critics against depending on si...

Adam Corsetti, 22 Jul 2025 18:05

Battlefield 6 reveal trailer premiering on July 24. (Image source: Battlefield on YouTube)

Battlefield 6 official reveal confirmed, coming much sooner than expected

Finally, we have a reveal date for Battlefield 6 after months of leaks and rumors. EA will showcase a reveal trailer for the game on July 24 and it may include the date for the open beta.

Vineet Washington, 22 Jul 2025 17:53

Battlefield 2042 artwork. (Image source: EA)

Battlefield 6 open beta will allow players to choose open or closed weapons

EA seems to want to satisfy both sides of the Battlefield fan base after deciding to have unlocked weapon classes in Battlefield 6. With the open beta, there will be an option to choose between open and closed weapons.

Vineet Washington, 22 Jul 2025 16:41

Descenders Next was released on July 21 as a shadow drop for Xbox Game Pass. (Image source: Xbox)

Xbox Game Pass: Sequel to one of the service’s most popular games drops unexpectedly

The latest Game Pass lineup was already revealed, so no one expected an extra surprise this week. But that’s exactly what happened – and it’s not just any game; it’s the sequel to one of the service’s most popular titles....

Marius Müller, 22 Jul 2025 16:16

Apparently, the Legion Go 2 prototype is being sold on the Gofish marketplace in China. (Image source: in yo)

Lenovo Legion Go 2 surfaces before official release with 144 Hz VRR OLED display and innovative battery solution

A fully formed Legion Go 2 prototype has turned up online in a lengthy video covering all aspects of Lenovo's next gaming handheld. Equipped with a 144 Hz VRR OLED display, Lenovo has employed an innovative solution to pack a 74 W...

Alex Alderson, 22 Jul 2025 15:10

A promotional image for the video game Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival showcasing Pinhead standing in the labyrinth. (Image Source: PlayStation Blog)

Clive Barker's Hellraiser is getting a video game adaptation

Hellraiser is getting its first-ever video game adaptation, with Boss Team Games leading development. While this isn't Clive Barker's first venture into gaming, it marks the franchise's debut in the medium, with both Barker and or...

Rohith Bhaskar, 22 Jul 2025 15:07

Asus RTX 5080 ROG Astral Hatsune Miku Edition: Will it sing the coil whine song? (Image source: Videocardz.com)

Asus launches RTX 5080 ROG Astral Hatsune Miku Edition in China, priced over 2x Nvidia’s MSRP

As if the gold GPU wasn't enough, Asus has unveiled another special-edition graphics card. The new model comes with a high price and limited availability, accompanied by a strong marketing push and ongoing export restrictions.

Anton Avdyushkin, 22 Jul 2025 14:52

8BitDo's latest Ultimate 2 controller release comes in a single colour option adorned with elements from Wuchang: Fallen Feathers. (Image source: 8BitDo)

Latest 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller now officially released in celebration of new triple-A game

8BitDo has now officially released the latest version of the Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller. Available from Amazon and 8BitDo directly, the new Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller features a striking design to commemorate the upcoming ...

Alex Alderson, 22 Jul 2025 14:22

Russ from Retro Game Corps holding the OneXSugar Sugar 1 dual-screen handheld gaming console, with a Nintendo game on the main screen and a YouTube video playing on the secondary display. (Image Source: Retro Game Corps on YouTube)

YouTuber pushes OneXSugar Sugar 1 to its limits: $599 dual-screen handheld runs PS2 games at 3× resolution but throttles more than Ayaneo Pocket S2

The OneXSugar Sugar 1, with its innovative clamshell design, dual OLED displays, and a $599 price tag, joins the growing lineup of Android handheld gaming consoles. Russ from Retro Game Corps puts the device through its paces, rev...

Anmol Dubey, 22 Jul 2025 13:09

Assassin's Creed Syndicate was launched back in 2015. (Image source: Ubisoft, Steam, edited)

Deal | Only $7.49 after 75% Steam discount: Highly rated AAA open-world action-adventure game drops to lowest price ever

Assassin's Creed Syndicate, one of Ubisoft's most underrated AC games, has dropped to less than $8 on Steam after an enormous 75% discount. The game takes players on a tour of 19th-century London and pits them against the Templars...

Fawad Murtaza, 22 Jul 2025 13:02

Everspace 2 has been heavily discounted on GOG (image source: Steam)

Deal | Diablo in Space: RPG with semi-open world and high replay value gets 70% discount on GOG

Everspace 2 has been discounted by 70% on GOG. It is a space-themed game that lets you pick between a wide range of ships, weapons and explore multiple galaxies, each with their share of secrets and puzzles.

Anil Ganti, 22 Jul 2025 10:10

Winlator 10.1 is now available to download. Pictured: a promo image of the RedMagic Astra. (Image source: RedMagic and brunodev85 - edited)

Winlator 10.1 update brings key improvements to Windows game emulator for Android

After a brief hiatus in development, brunodev85 has released a new update for Winlator. Dubbed as 10.1, this latest version of the Windows game emulator for Android brings several improvements, including the updated Box64 v0.3.6.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Jul 2025 08:51

The Sony PlayStation 30th Anniversary limited edition console and controller pictured (image source: PlayStation Direct)

PlayStation’s 30th anniversary PS5 console and DualSense are in stock for UK PS Plus members

The limited edition console and controllers will be available to PlayStation Plus members with an active subscription for 48 hours before it opens to other consumers

Rahim Amir Noorali, 22 Jul 2025 06:57

Cover art for the Sony PlayStation Summer Sale event (image source: Playstation.com)

Judge denies Sony's offer to placate PlayStation users with store credit in digital game overpricing suit

A U.S. judge has rejected Sony’s attempt to settle a class-action lawsuit alleging that the company overcharged millions of PlayStation Store users for digital purchases.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 22 Jul 2025 06:38

The 2025 Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 is a compact OLED gaming laptop with RTX 5070 Ti and AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 (Image source: Andreas Osthoff)

Deal | Asus ROG Zephyrus G14: OLED gaming laptop with RTX 5070 Ti has never been cheaper

The sleek 14-inch gaming laptop from Asus might not be the cheapest RTX 5070 Ti-equipped gaming machine, but it's one of the most portable options with a beautiful 3K OLED screen and other good-looking specs.

Enrico Frahn, 22 Jul 2025 04:02

The Atari 2600 Plus PAC-MAN Edition costs more than the standard edition. (Image source: Atari)

Atari marks PAC-MAN's 45th anniversary with limited edition Atari 2600 Plus and CX-40 Plus wireless joysticks

Atari has announced a limited edition of its Atari 2600+ console to celebrate PAC-MAN's 45th anniversary. The bright yellow console launches alongside limited edition CX-40+ wireless joysticks modeled after PAC-MAN and the Ghost G...

Habeeb Onawole, 22 Jul 2025 01:20

LG UltraGear 39GS96QB-B OLED gaming monitor front view at angle (Image source: LG Electronics)

Deal | The 39-inch WQHD LG UltraGear curved OLED gaming monitor hits a rock bottom $550 price in Costco deal

While discounted by 45%, this 39-inch LG curved monitor offers significantly more value than its OLED rivals. The 39GS96QB-B boasts a maximum refresh rate of 240 Hz at a WQHD resolution. Despite some text fringing, the LG display ...

Adam Corsetti, 22 Jul 2025 01:11

No Rest for the Wicked artwork with Xbox consoles below (Image source: Moon Studios, Microsoft Gaming with edits)

No Rest for the Wicked studio isn't prioritizing the Series X, as Xbox console strategy remains unclear

Gamers could find fewer titles releasing on the Xbox Series X|S. The Moon Studios co-founder hinted that No Rest for the Wicked may not come to Microsoft's gaming systems. Although a delay is more likely, confusion exists about th...

Adam Corsetti, 21 Jul 2025 21:46

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle was widely considered a success by gamers and critics alike when it released in December 2024 (image source: Machine Games)

Indiana Jones' critical success did not translate to large profits as Machine Games reports 6% margins

The news comes at a time when profitability is of paramount importance for most Microsoft-owned studios even as waves of layoffs continue to affect employee morale.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 21 Jul 2025 21:10

Evolve 2 already had concept art in play when it was abandoned by the studio. (image source TJ Frame)

Evolve 2's abandoned concept art showcased by Turtle Rock artist

Evolve 2 will possibly never see the light of day, but you can catch glimpses of what it could have been thanks to recently published art by Turtle Rock Artist TJ Frame.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 21 Jul 2025 20:48

Cyberpunk 2077 official screenshot. (Image source: CD Projekt Red)

Cyberpunk 2077 update 2.3 VRR support for consoles brings significant FPS boost to PS5 Pro

PS5 Pro users should experience even better frame rates in Cyberpunk 2077 post update 2.3 if they have a VRR compatible display. With the 60 FPS cap removed, the game hit an average of 81 FPS during Digital Foundry’s testing.

Vineet Washington, 21 Jul 2025 18:44

Donkey Kong Bananza is causing motion sickness, but the Switch 2 game has settings that can help

Donkey Kong Bananza is full of fast-paced exploring and destructiveness. Sadly, the furious action is causing motion sickness with some players. With the auto-adjusting camera system likely to blame, some settings can minimize diz...

Adam Corsetti, 21 Jul 2025 18:13

Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Breakpoint (pictured) came out in 2019 and was the last game in the Ghost Recon series. (Image source: Steam)

Ubisoft confirms new Ghost Recon game is in development

Looks like a new Ghost Recon game is in fact being developed at Ubisoft. It was rumored as of last month but company CEO and CFO seemed to have confirmed its existence during a shareholder meeting.

Vineet Washington, 21 Jul 2025 18:00

Official screenshot from GTA 6. (Image source: Rockstar)

GTA 6 will run at 60 FPS on PS5 Pro as Sony engineers are helping Rockstar with development

Sony and Rockstar seem to have a marketing deal in place that is enabling collaboration of engineers on both sides. This is said to culminate in 60 FPS support for GTA 6 on the PS5 Pro.

Vineet Washington, 21 Jul 2025 17:20

In Bloody Spell, players can switch between multiple weapon types on the fly - swords, pikes, fists, and ranged arms. Pictured - a cinematic screenshot from the game. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Steam: Hack-and-slash action RPG with 35K "Very Positive" reviews is now under $3 after 88% discount

Martial-arts action RPG, Bloody Spell, is now 88% off and under $3 on Steam. The game is characterized by fast, combo-driven combat and a lot of replayability, but polarizes with rough translation and some questionable art style c...

Anubhav Sharma, 21 Jul 2025 16:41

The K13 Turbo packs the Dimensity 8450, while the Pro features the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4. Pictured: the K13 Turbo. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo K13 Turbo series debuts with built-in cooling fan and multiple waterproof ratings

The Oppo K13 Turbo lineup has officially launched in China. It brings two upper-mid-range phones that feature a built-in cooling fan. Even with an active cooler, the new smartphones have IPX9, IPX8, and IPX6 water-resistance ratin...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Jul 2025 16:25

Until July 31, Rustler is available on Steam with an 80% discount for around $5. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Steam: "Classic GTA-style gameplay in a medieval setting, mixed with crude humor" – action-adventure on sale for about $5

GTA fans with a taste for medieval themes and dark humor should take note: Rustler is currently 80% off on Steam, priced at just $5 instead of the usual $25.

Marius Müller, 21 Jul 2025 16:06

Stronghold Crusader: Definitive Edition holds first place in two SteamDB chart categories and is currently Steam’s top seller. (Image source: Steam)

Steam’s current top seller: Remake of a legendary castle-building RTS storms the charts – available with launch discount

You couldn’t ask for a better start: Stronghold Crusader: Definitive Edition ranks number 1 in two SteamDB categories and currently holds the top spot among Steam’s bestsellers. For a limited time, players can still purchase the R...

Marius Müller, 21 Jul 2025 15:42

The RTX 5090 laptop GPU was successfully pushed to 250 Watts (image source: Nvidia)

RTX 5090 laptop GPU delivers impressive performance uplift with 250 Watt TGP

A YouTuber modified an RTX 5090 laptop to bypass Nvidia's 175 Watt power limit. With 250 Watts of power available, it offered up to a 41% performance increase in synthetic benchmarks.

Anil Ganti, 21 Jul 2025 15:38

Official image of Monster Hunter Wilds on PlayStation. (Image source: PlayStation)

This Monster Hunter-inspired LEGO set is sure to make you dream

A Monster Hunter set has been created using various LEGO products. And the result is so surprising that some people are calling for a collaboration between the two licenses.

Alexis Stegmann, 21 Jul 2025 14:47

An image from the game Assassin's Creed Odyssey. (Image source: Ubisoft)

Deal | Critically acclaimed Assassin’s Creed game set in ancient Greece is 80% off for a limited time

Assassin’s Creed is a popular gaming franchise. One of its acclaimed entries, Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, is currently available at 80% off for a limited time.

Huzefa Baloch, 21 Jul 2025 14:32

The MSI Claw A8 is the first gaming handheld to ship with AMD's Ryzen Z2 Extreme APU. (Image source: MSI)

MSI Claw A8: First AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme gaming handheld gets the jump on new Asus ROG Ally with surprise European release

MSI has now brought its next Claw gaming handheld to more markets after releasing the device in parts of Southeast Asia earlier this month. Now available to pre-order in Europe, the MSI Claw A8 costs slightly less than the existin...

Alex Alderson, 21 Jul 2025 14:31

An image from GTA IV, showing Niko Bellic on a red motorcycle. (Image source: Steam)

While waiting for GTA VI, this mod makes GTA IV more beautiful than ever

In anticipation of the release of GTA VI, a mod will enable you to rediscover GTA IV and Liberty City from a different angle, with improved graphics.

Alexis Stegmann, 21 Jul 2025 12:01

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is built on Unreal Engine 5. (Image source: Konami, Xbox on YouTube, edited)

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater sparks controversy due to 100 GB storage space requirement

The remake of Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater, termed the "Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater", is officially landing in August on PCs and consoles. However, the game's storage space requirement has stirred controversy, as some fan...

Fawad Murtaza, 21 Jul 2025 11:44

New information about AMD's next-gen RDNA 5 GPUs has emerged online (pictured: Radeon RX 7900 XTX; image source: Notebookcheck)

AMD RDNA 5 lineup leak reveals minimal upgrades for top-spec GPU

Noted leaker Kepler_L2 has shed some light on AMD's upcoming RDNA 5/UDNA GPUs. Specs-wise, the flagship model will be identical to the Radeon RX 7900 XTX, with lower-end SKUs mirroring the 9070 XT and 9060 XT.

Anil Ganti, 21 Jul 2025 11:18

That One Otter Game currently has a "Mostly Positive" player rating. Pictured: an edited screenshot from the game. (Image source: Steam)

New co-op adventure free game climbs Steam trending chart shortly after release

That One Otter Game launched on Steam as a free game on July 15, 2025. Shortly after the release, the title made its way to Steam's trending chart with a "Mostly Positive" player rating that's based on over 120 reviews.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Jul 2025 08:16

Warframe continues to be one of the most popular free-to-play games on Steam, PlayStation and Nintendo's Switch console alike. (image source: PlayWarframe YT)

Warframe's developer Digital Extremes eager to work on Switch 2 port, cites devkit backlog

The developer has yet to get their hands on even a single Switch 2 developer kit, citing shortages and a large backlog which requesting assistance from anyone who can help them procure one.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 21 Jul 2025 05:13

An example of one of the more expensive microtransactions available to users for Assassin's Creed: Shadows (image source: Microsoft Store)

Ubisoft claims microtransactions "make the player experience more fun" in annual report

58% of Ubisoft's PC revenue in the fiscal year 2024 came from digital microtransactions, which it states are 'always optional'.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 21 Jul 2025 05:04

Battlefield 6 is slated to get an official unveil at the end of July 2025 (image source: EA)

Battlefield 6 reveal to take place July 31st in ‘COD Next’ style event

The title is expected to be showcased to content creators before its public unveil on the 31st of July, later this month.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 21 Jul 2025 04:38

After payment processors prompt removal of Steam games, journalists investigating the censorship resign

Many Steam games are no longer available at the request of payment providers. Ana Valens, formerly of Vice, believes that activist groups have too much influence over payment processors and Valve's marketplace. The writer who labe...

Adam Corsetti, 21 Jul 2025 04:00