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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

Mario Kart World Special Campaign Sunshine Tour Mario Kart Tour Image Source Nintendo Mobile YouTube

Nintendo announces new Mario Kart Tour Update celebrating Mario Kart World

The update to Mario Kart World, while welcomed by fans, was relatively unexpected given Nintendo's increasing focus on ensuring a successful launch for its Nintendo Switch 2 console with a solid content pipeline.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 21 Jul 2025 03:40

Sucker Punch Studios open to returning to Infamous after Ghost of Yotei releases

While the creative director Nate Fox admitted that they would like to work on an Infamous title, he also conceded that the studio is currently only focusing on Ghost of Yotei, expected to release later this year.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 21 Jul 2025 03:30

Grand Theft Auto V is officially available in Saudi Arabia since the 17th of July (image source Rockstar Games YT)

Grand Theft Auto V releases officially in Saudi Arabia and UAE after 12 years

The Grand Theft Auto franchise has historically run afoul of state regulations in some middle eastern countries who cite its heavy emphasis on alcohol, sexual content and gambling to be key factors.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 21 Jul 2025 03:17

The 2025 Razer Blade 14 comes out as a top contender despite its small and thin form factor (Image source: Razer)

These are the slowest and fastest laptops with GeForce RTX 5070 graphics currently available

The performance deltas between RTX 5070 laptops are thankfully quite small even when comparing the small Razer Blade 14 to the larger Asus ProArt P16.

Allen Ngo, 20 Jul 2025 23:01

Portal 2 co-op permanently activates mic, showing quirks with Switch 2 backward compatibility

The Switch 2 specs include an internal microphone, which may seem like a convenience. On the other hand, the Portal 2 Switch version offers no option to turn off voice chat. Despite the console's native backward compatibility, som...

Adam Corsetti, 20 Jul 2025 22:37

An ASUS ROG Ally X connected to a large eBike battery using a DIY voltage step-down converter, demonstrating a successful extended power mod. (Image source: DoggoLord27 via r/ROGAlly)

Reddit user converts eBike battery into 24-hour ROG Ally power bank

A Reddit user creatively powered their ASUS ROG Ally X with a 48V eBike battery, enabling up to 24 hours of gameplay using a custom voltage step-down adapter. The DIY project sparked praise, curiosity, and safety concerns, showcas...

Anmol Dubey, 20 Jul 2025 20:55

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (Gen 10, Intel) is also available with an RTX 5060. (Image source: Florian Glaser for Notebookcheck, edited)

Deal | RTX 50-powered Lenovo LOQ 15 Gen 10 gaming laptop with 144 Hz display scores big 33% price cut

The Lenovo LOQ 15 15IRX10 gaming laptop is now on sale at a sizeable discount of close to $400. The laptop is the latest iteration of Lenovo's premier budget gaming laptop series and packs a good combination of an RTX 5050 GPU and...

Fawad Murtaza, 20 Jul 2025 17:55

Some of the top-rated games are enjoying up to 90% discounts (Image source: Epic Games Store)

Deal | 2025 Summer Sale: Top hits get deep discounts on Epic Games Store for limited time

Epic Games Store Summer Sale 2025 is now live, and this limited-time game discount event has made many well-rated titles drop to their all-time lows. Some have even dropped below the $5 mark.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 20 Jul 2025 17:13

Russ from Retro Game Corps holds the Ayaneo Pocket S2, displaying the title screen of Horizon Chase and showcasing the device’s display and ergonomic design. (Image source: Retro Game Corps)

Ayaneo Pocket S2 survives 100-hour stress test, here’s what happened to thermals and wear

The Ayaneo Pocket S2 held up impressively through a 100-hour stress test, delivering stable performance, strong emulation across PSP, PS2, Switch, and even Windows titles, with excellent thermals and build durability. While not a ...

Anmol Dubey, 20 Jul 2025 15:32

The RG477M and KT-R1S from top to bottom. (Image source: via Joey's Retro Handhelds & Nittrx)

Anbernic RG477M rumoured to undercut KT Pocket KT-R1S on price with more powerful hardware

The Anbernic RG477M and KT Pocket KT-R1S are two new compact retro gaming handhelds that should be launching soon with similar designs. While both will also feature a metal design, Anbernic is rumoured to have created the RG477M t...

Alex Alderson, 20 Jul 2025 14:40

In Black Stigma, you can opt for a melee-style or ranged-style combat mechanic - whatever suits you best. Pictured - an in-game screenshot. (Image source: Steam)

Steam debut: Free-to-play multiplayer game launches into early access on Steam with nearly 400 "Mostly Positive" reviews in just 2 days

Black Stigma is a new free-to-play hero shooter now in Steam Early Access, featuring ranged and melee combat across various modes and maps. It’s earned nearly 400 "Mostly Positive" player reviews at launch.

Anubhav Sharma, 20 Jul 2025 11:50

Most of the newly spotted free games don't have player ratings yet. Pictured: an edited screenshot from Atuel. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Steam expands its free games collection with another wave of new additions

A new batch of free games has been spotted on Steam by X users @SteamGamesPC. Most of these newly released freebies became available in early July 2025, and quite a number of them have good ratings by players who have already trie...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 20 Jul 2025 08:48

A Japanese survey may predict a troubling future for Square Enix and its Final Fantasy games

A Japanese company conducting market research polled 180,000 gamers in the country. The results show which titles younger buyers are flocking to. Several Square Enix games, including Final Fantasy releases, are struggling to find ...

Adam Corsetti, 20 Jul 2025 05:19

The OneXSugar Sugar 1 is a collaborative venture between One-Netbook and Sugar Cubes. (Image source: One-Netbook)

OneXSugar Sugar 1: Pricing and full specs confirmed for new Nintendo DS-capable gaming handheld

One-Netbook has finally confirmed full specifications and launch pricing for its innovative hybrid gaming handheld. Launching early next week as one of the first options powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon G3 Gen 3, the OneXSugar S...

Alex Alderson, 20 Jul 2025 00:26

Nintendo of America offices in Redmond, Washington pictured (Image source: Nintendo of America with edits)

Nintendo touts high employee retention rate after loss of Microsoft jobs rocks Xbox Game Studios

Workers should feel more secure in their Nintendo jobs than with positions at Xbox Game Studios. Statistics confirm that Nintendo's employee turnover rate is well below industry averages. Analysts believe that the company's rigid ...

Adam Corsetti, 19 Jul 2025 22:26