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Patch 1.3.1.5 for Battlefield 6 is due to be released on May 26 and is meant to fix several key issues with the shooter. The focus is mainly on fixes for respawns, deployment, maps, Battle Royale, Portal and matchmaking. Here is why that probably will not be enough to shift the mood in the community.

BioShock Infinite combines hard-hitting first-person shooter gameplay with a genuinely strong story. The classic is currently back at its best price on Steam: $7.50 instead of $30.

Current rumors suggest that Hogwarts Legacy 2 could be announced at the upcoming State of Play – possibly as early as early June. On Reddit, however, the claim remains controversial.

Neverness to Everness 1.1 Dreamwalk Corridor arrives June 3 with Lacrimosa and Chaos, a new Sunward Island map, Porsche collab, and a Steam release in July.

Less than a year after releasing the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, a rumor has surfaced that Asus may unveil a new handheld. The device is expected to make an appearance at Computex 2026 which begins in early June.

For around $88, the Thunderobot Q5AD YYDS features a 24.5-inch 1080p Fast IPS panel with a 300Hz overclock refresh rate. The display targets esports players, supposedly offering 1ms GtG response, AMD FreeSync Premium, Nvidia G-Sync compatibility, and 10-bit color support with factory Delta E calibration under 2.

The development team says the project is driven by the enduring popularity of Edward Kenway and the original game’s story, as Ubisoft Singapore acknowledges the pressure of remaking a fan-favorite title while preserving its core identity.

Riot Games’ latest Vanguard anti-cheat update has reportedly neutralized high-end DMA PCIe cheating devices used in Valorant, prompting the developer to mock affected users by calling their $6,000 hardware “paperweights.” The patch uses IOMMU-based restrictions to block cheat firmware, escalating Riot’s fight for competitive integrity while raising debate over the legality and limits of disabling hardware tied to cheating.

Japanese players, including Silent Hill creator Keiichiro Toyama, are praising Forza Horizon 6 for its strikingly authentic recreation of Japan, with some saying its landscapes feel uncannily close to real life for those living in the country.

To the widespread disbelief and awe of the Tekken fanbase, the final Season 3 DLC character is Yujiro Hanma, "The Ogre" of Baki the Grappler series fame.

The Linux on PS5 hack makes the console a tempting platform for the RPCS3 PS3 emulator. Digital Foundry discovered that more GPU-dependent games thrived on the newer hardware. Unfortunately, performance suffered with titles designed to maximize the PlayStation 3’s cell processor.

Half-Life 3 and Steam Machine followers will be watching a series of June showcases. Summer Game Fest 2026 host Geoff Keighley is again piquing their curiosity. His social media post depicting rising smoke is the latest pre-event hint noticed by Valve supporters.

Bleak Faith: Forsaken is an action RPG currently on sale on Steam where you will have to face numerous enemies and bosses. However, every battle is a fight for survival, and you'll need to use various strategies to succeed.

The MGSHDFix mod for the Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection on Steam just added support for third-person and first-person cameras in Metal Gear Solid 2, based on scrapped features from the HD Collection port.

Unreal Engine 6 visuals are previewed for the first time with a Rocket League overhaul. A trailer has offered the first public glimpse of the upcoming UE version, which is expected to bring a boost to visual fidelity and performance alike.

Total War: Warhammer III, the turn-based real-time strategy game developed by Creative Assembly, is currently on sale on Steam for just $8.99 — that's an 85% discount off its usual $59.99 price. The offer ends on May 28, 2026.

Arknights: Endfield 1.3 Sketches of Lost Heirlooms launches June 5 with Sword Vault Dale, Physical Guard Mi Fu, Heat Vanguard Camille, Contingency Contract, and factory improvements.

007 First Light's Iceland opening mission has leaked on YouTube via an early PS5 physical copy, mere days before launch. The disc-based leak confirms only the first mission is playable offline, as previously reported. Update: The video has now been taken down by the uploader after a copyright strike from IO Interactive.

According to an insider, the Fallout 3 remaster release date could be later than expected. Gamers may also need patience for an anticipated Fallout: New Vegas revival. Bethesda is juggling the franchise with The Elder Scrolls 6, which has been in hiding since its 2018 teaser.

Jurassic World Evolution is a management game in which you must build parks and meet the needs of your dinosaurs. However, the safety of your visitors is a priority, and you’ll need to avoid many dangerous situations.

Many critics must dedicate their holiday weekend to the new James Bond game. IO Interactive reportedly didn’t distribute 007 First Light review codes until May 22nd. Concerns are that the May 26th early access release date will expose performance drawbacks or bugs.

Polyarc has announced Moss: The Forgotten Relic, combining both Moss titles into one enhanced non-VR adventure for PS5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch 1 and 2, and PC.

HP is now selling a new 15-inch gaming laptop with a 16:10 aspect ratio display. Equipped with modern AMD and Intel processors, the HyperX Omen 15 also boasts an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 laptop GPU and a 70 Wh battery.

Asus is now selling a new 16-inch gaming laptop in the US. Featuring the Intel Panther Lake platform, the ROG Zephyrus G16 GU606 also features a much brighter display than its predecessor. The new laptop delivers significantly more power to its dedicated GPU, too.

The Lisuan LX 7G100 is the flagship domestically produced GPU in China. While it has made notable progress from the past offerings, a new benchmark video shows that it can only offer two-thirds of the average performance of the aging Nvidia RTX 3060.

Asus has finally started selling its new ROG Zephyrus G14 in the US. Equipped with a modern Intel Panther Lake processor, the 2026 edition also pushes considerably more power to its GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU. Unfortunately, these upgrades come at a steep cost with a $1,400 higher starting price than Asus' 2025 edition.

If you need a break from Stardew Valley or Animal Crossing, Grimshire offers a much darker alternative. Its peaceful village life is disrupted by a deadly plague, putting much more emphasis on survival. The Early Access title is currently back at its best price so far at $11.99. Since the game is expected to become more expensive after its full release, now could be a good time to jump in.

Dragon Quest Smash/Grow's DQ I collaboration ends June 16. Players have until then to grab Erdrick's Equipment and earn up to 1,200 login bonus gems.

Humble Bundle has introduced a fresh bundle. This new bundle, named Warhammer Skulls 2026 Bundle, contains 10 games from the Warhammer franchise, and it is selling for $10.

A modder has transformed an original Game Boy Advance into a functional Nintendo Switch controller using a GBA link cable, a microcontroller adapter, and his open-source Joypad OS firmware.

Subnautica 2’s early access launch has drawn strong player numbers but renewed criticism from fans frustrated by the sequel’s lack of lethal weapons against hostile sea creatures. Unknown Worlds has defended the pacifist design as central to the series’ identity, prompting debate over whether the sandbox should prioritize the developers’ survival philosophy or broader player choice.

The Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Xbox version will soon monopolize console hard drives. Gamers can preload the title now, but only after clearing more than 169 GB of space. Larger than Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade, Switch 2 owners may also need pricey MicroSD Express cards.

After a small break, You Should Be Modding returns with a showcase of the best Devil May Cry 3 mod of them all: DMC3 Crimson, a complete transformation that gives the game depth akin to 4 and modded 5 by adding Inertia, new moves, a modernized HUD, and more.

Lenovo has relaunched its latest 15-inch gaming laptop. Available globally, the updated LOQ 15 can now be configured in a striking Surge Green colour option. The LOQ 15 combines an AMD APU with a 165 Hz display and a trio of 115 W laptop GPUs.

The Take-Two boss again alleviated any fears about an all-digital GTA 6 distribution. In a CNBC interview, Strauss Zelnick emphasized a major physical presence for the Rockstar Games title. Collector’s editions or console bundles may go up for pre-order before the game’s release date.

Mordheim: City of the Damned is a tactical RPG inspired by the Warhammer universe, in which you must lead warriors through a world ravaged by war. But to defeat your enemies, you’ll need to improve your characters and use the right strategy.

An unlucky Steam Controller owner found out that the included puck can potentially cause a fire in certain cases. Fortunately, there was no major damage, and Valve is currently investigating the issue.

At its recent Connect 2026 event, Nacon unveiled three new Hall effect Xbox controllers, headlined by the Revo Max with adjustable stick tension, a zero-deadzone shooter mode, and a sub-$100 price tag. All controllers will be available this year starting at €39.90.

A handful of Lenovo Legion gaming laptops have been launched in China with the Nvidia RTX 5070 12GB laptop GPU: the 2026 Y7000P, Y9000P, Y7000X, and Y9000X. They are all powered by the Intel Arrow Lake HX CPUs.

Featuring the best Samsung OLED TV of 2025, Best Buy has the S95F on sale for a rock-bottom price. The 55-inch QD-OLED panel is a sensible choice for bright rooms with distracting reflections. It’s also ideal for competitive gaming, but the lack of Dolby Vision gives the LG G5 a slight advantage. Update (May 22): Unfortunately, the deal is now sold out.

Details about the physical 007 First Light PS5 version have surfaced through a new leak. The disc contains the first mission of the James Bond game, before requiring a large download. IO Interactive has also added an in-game store, as shown in the shared images.

Forza Horizon 6 was released on May 19 for everyone, and in just a few days, the game has reportedly managed to sell almost five million copies.

Sunderfolk brings tabletop magic to the living room screen – with one special twist: in couch co-op, each player can use their smartphone as a hand of cards and controller. The tactical RPG is free to play on Steam until May 25 and is currently available with its first 60% discount, dropping the price to around $20.

If you feel like collecting monsters but do not want to play Pokémon again, Steam currently has a cheap alternative. Digimon World: Next Order is 84% off until June 4 and costs around $9.60.

A new Riot Vanguard update directly attacks DMA cards often used by cheaters to read/write to a game’s memory. The only way around it involves fully reinstalling the operating system.

Although Take-Two’s earnings call brought no new information on GTA 6, it once again confirmed the planned marketing launch for summer 2026. However, a statement from Strauss Zelnick suggests that the company is taking the calendar quite literally, meaning new information may not arrive before July. Surprisingly, fans seem more relieved than disappointed.

Netmarble's Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross launched its 7th anniversary Perfect 7 Legend Festival on May 21, headlined by new hero Nemesis Meliodas.

New import data is once again fueling speculation about upcoming Valve hardware. The company appears to have recently received a large shipment from China, which may contain Steam Machines – or perhaps Steam Frames.

First independent gaming tests of China’s Lisuan LX 7G100 have appeared online, offering a closer look at the country’s latest domestic gaming GPU.