Gaming

Anbernic has uploaded a new video to its YouTube channel that shows its upcoming RG 55G1 handheld. The video shows real life units, and not product renderings of the device.

Initial reports suggest that Sony is dominating Microsoft with GTA 6 pre-order sales. The difference is even larger than the gap between current PlayStation and Xbox console owners. With the game is being marketed like a PS5 exclusive, another price increase threatens dwindling Series X|S purchases.

The Steam Machine is scheduled to launch on June 30, and reservation emails are now being sent to users. However, scalpers are already taking advantage of the limited supply by listing the device at absurd prices.

If you registered for a Steam Machine, you might want to check your email, as Valve has finally started sending out reservation emails.

GTA 6 pre-orders are live, and the game comes in two editions: the Standard and the Ultimate. Some content is exclusive to the Ultimate Edition, but pre-order bonuses are available with both, though without a physical disc, at least for now.

Many reviews conclude that Steam Machine performance doesn’t warrant its high cost. In a new interview, Valve acknowledged the complaints and said it will explore ways to reduce the mini PC’s price. Still, the memory shortage may persist until at least 2028, limiting the hardware’s affordability.

Asus has started selling a new gaming-focused mini-PC. Available internationally, the Asus ROG NUC 16 Edition 20 combines the Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus with a GeForce RTX 5090 laptop GPU in a transparent housing. Asus sells its new mini-PC with up to 128 GB of RAM, too.

Ayaneo's Pocket Micro 2 arrives with significant improvements on the outside and under the hood. However, a starting price of $239, albeit for early bird buyers, is another proof of the increasing cost of key components.

The RedMagic Gaming Tablet 5 Pro is around the corner, and a lot about the OLED tablet has already been disclosed by the company. Now, the battery capacity, fast charging support, and the dual USB-C ports have been detailed.

Retroid has announced when its new handheld, the Pocket Nova, will be available to pre-order. The handheld will come with free gifts for all pre-orders, while those who purchased the Pocket Mini V1 will get an extra discount. There's also a hands-on video showing the Pocket Nova in action.

Asus has launched a new 16-inch gaming laptop globally. First showcased during Computex 2026, the TUF Gaming 16 (2026) will be available in multiple configurations, including ones with a 165 Hz display, 32 GB of RAM and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 laptop GPU.

Too expensive, too weak – or technically underrated? On Reddit, fans are defending Valve’s Steam Machine as a “technical marvel.” The focus is not on SteamOS, but on the compact 15-centimeter cube itself.

The Steam Summer Sale once again has some spectacular deals in store, and one of the highlights is Planet Zoo. The building and management simulation is 95% off through July 9 and is available for just $2.24 – a new all-time low.

Pre-orders for GTA 6 are now live, and a Brazilian retailer, KaBum, has shared some additional information about the game's NPCs, social media system, and more.

An uninformed buyer might assume that Rockstar Games' new title is a PS5 exclusive. Sony is promoting its console as the best way to play the open-world crime adventure. Meanwhile, as Xbox struggles with the memory shortage, its marketing efforts are far more limited.

For a limited time, buyers can grab 8BitDo's Arcade Controller and Arcade Stick at their lowest prices on Amazon and 8BitDo's eShop. The deal applies to three variants of the Arcade Controller and the original Arcade Stick.

Valve now admits that 4K/60 fps graphics are not always realistic with its new gaming system. After Steam Machine reviews exposed performance limitations, the company adjusted its marketing. The hardware’s high price makes 1080p/1440p visuals not as appealing compared to PS5 consoles.

The Steam Summer Sale is traditionally one of the biggest PC gaming sales of the year. The 2026 Steam Summer Sale does not disappoint either, offering discounts on thousands of games, many of which are available at their all-time lowest prices for just a few bucks.

Microsoft is raising Xbox console prices worldwide from August 1, with Series S and Series X models increasing by up to $150. The company blames memory and storage costs, warning further price hikes could follow by 2027. Microsoft will also offer financing options in select markets and sell refurbished consoles at a discount.

TrimUI has begun accepting pre-orders for its new vertical handhelds, the Brick Pro and the Brick Hammer Pro U. While the former is priced at under $100, the latter costs over $200 due to the rising cost of components, despite an initial pre-order price of under $160.

Epic Games Store has revealed the upcoming free games, and the lineup for the period between July 2 and July 9, 2026, includes a cult classic: I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream. It even has the acclaimed River City Girls 2.

On Xbox and PS5 consoles, the unannounced GTA 6 online will likely be a separate download. The file scheme for the Rockstar title points to a standalone multiplayer option. It’s not yet known whether pre-order purchases will include access to the mode.

Steam currently has a real bargain on offer for anyone who finds clean street races a little too tame: WRC 7 FIA World Rally Championship is 90% off until 1:00 p.m. EDT today and is available for just under $2.

Rockstar Games’ $99.99 Grand Theft Auto VI Ultimate Edition reportedly locks key single-player content behind a $20 premium over the $79.99 Standard Edition, including exclusive stores, vehicle mod shops, cosmetics, weapons, vehicles, and side quests.

The start of pre-orders has given GTA fans a large batch of new screenshots, which are now being discussed on Reddit. Several details stand out – mostly in a positive way.

Deborah Ann Woll says Santa Monica Studio had been planning God of War: Laufey since before God of War 2018, with Cory Barlog pitching her the project and its mysterious cube companion nearly a decade ago.

AI is no longer some distant future topic in game development. But on Steam, even disclosing its use could become a problem for many studios. An analysis by Game Oracle shows that games with disclosed AI use receive significantly fewer reviews than comparable titles without an AI disclosure. The study is now sparking plenty of discussion on Reddit.

Retroid has finally announced the Pocket Nova as its latest handheld. Available in colorful options, the new handheld packs 4:3 aspect ratio, a 120Hz AMOLED screen, and Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-level performance for under $250.

According to the product page for the GTA 6 Ultimate Edition, it appears to include several exclusive shops. If that is the case, Rockstar would be locking entire parts of the game world behind a paywall for the first time – and many fans are not happy about it.

With the “Stim Machine,” French hardware retailer LDLC has launched a provocative alternative to Valve’s Steam Machine. The cube-shaped mini-PC also costs €1,039 ($1,179), but comes with a more powerful Radeon RX 9060 XT and standard Mini-ITX hardware. However, it does not ship with SteamOS pre-installed – and that is exactly where opinions on Reddit are divided.

The Steam Machine costs $1,049 even without a controller, and it offers gaming performance on par with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5050. A modder has now demonstrated that, using a 3D printer and a GeForce RTX 5060, you can build your own, more affordable gaming PC in the same form factor with far greater performance.

A technical leak on the Japanese Nintendo eShop confirms Amiibo and HDR support for Capcom's upcoming Resident Evil Veronica remake ahead of its 2027 release.

Rockstar Games' regional pricing means GTA 6 costs significantly less in countries like India than in the U.S. But despite the lower price tag, the game remains a premium purchase in markets with much lower average incomes.

Retro+, a subsidiary of Haute 42, has shared a teaser for a modular arcade controller that it plans to release this summer. Based on the teaser video, users will be able to switch between a leverless layout to a stick layout.

The Redmi K90 Ultra will launch in China on June 30, 2026, and so far, Xiaomi has shared a couple of key specs of the gaming phone. Now, the company has confirmed more core battery and screen info of the device.

The RedMagic Tablet 5 Pro will launch in China on June 30, 2026, and just a few days before its debut, the company has shared how popular games run on the gaming tablet. It will also come with a PC emulator installed.

Crafting beyond the silicon. On the sidelines of Computex 2026, a talented team of designers at the ASUS Design Center spoke to us about the research and choices that go into crafting their modern Zenbook, ROG, and Vivobook lineups. Asus designers emphasized how a multidisciplinary, human-centric design approach has not only won global accolades but has also evolved to make the laptop an extension of the user.

Ayaneo has revealed more details about its new gaming handheld. Positioned as a smaller alternative to its Windows options, the Pocket Micro 2 sports a premium design with recessed TMR joysticks, a “full-featured” USB Type-C port and a full glass front.

Many RDR2 fans have been waiting to see a proper PS5 version of the game with 60 FPS support. However, fans might have to wait longer than expected due to the launch of GTA 6.

Sony had to pivot quickly after learning that physical GTA 6 PS5 pre-orders lacked a disc. The company uploaded a corrected ad depicting the digital version of the PlayStation console. Despite the slip-up, Rockstar is embarking on a critical marketing partnership with the gaming giant.

Rockstar Games has revealed new details about the PlayStation 5 version of GTA 6, but the company has not answered one big question that many players have in mind.

The hardware is one thing, but the software is just as important for an enjoyable user experience with a gaming handheld. MSI improved the software of the new Claw 8 EX AI+ significantly and the new quick settings menu in particular is very convincing.

8BitDo has announced a pro version of its Arcade Controller. The new Arcade Controller Pro has a compact layout, a display, and compatibility with Windows and Nintendo Switch/Switch 2 systems.

Valve appears to be testing AMD FSR 4 support through Steam and Proton Experimental, potentially allowing many FSR 3-enabled games on SteamOS and Linux to access the newer upscaling path without third-party tools, a move that could benefit other similarly configured handhelds too.

The collapse of EVRStudio appears to have brought an abrupt end to one of the most intriguing stealth-action projects announced in recent years. Following reports of bankruptcy proceedings in South Korea, the future of Mudang: Two Hearts looks effectively sealed.

The ROG Zephyrus G16 is a sleek hybrid between a gaming and creator notebook, which is why an ongoing offer for the 16-inch Asus laptop might be a notable option for quite a few users with a budget around $1,500.

Sandy Petersen, who worked on Quake at id Software, says the game's development broke the team spiritually and triggered a mass exodus. John Carmack publicly responded, admitted his mistakes, and ended with "Sorry, Sandy."

The Legion 9 is Lenovo's flagship gaming laptops and features high-end specifications inlcuding an Intel Core Ultra 9 with 64GB DDR5 memory as well as an RTX 5090, 2TB SSD and a 4K IPS display.