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The Nintendo Switch 2. (Image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo Switch 2 might cost 33% more than the original model

The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch this year, but its exact release date and other details remain a mystery. A new report suggests that the console may debut with a price increase over its predecessor.
Huzefa Baloch, 19 Feb 2025 14:02
No-Skin currently sports over 200 "Very Positive" reviews on Steam, merely 2 days after launch. (Image source: Steam - Edited)

This new roguelike horror game’s unsettling atmosphere is winning over Steam players

Affordable horror roguelike game No-Skin is slowly making its mark on Steam, drawing players in with its unsettling atmosphere and gameplay. It’s currently 15% off as a launch discount until March 2.
Anubhav Sharma, 19 Feb 2025 13:18
Epic Games has some deviced some novel methods to deal with Fortnite cheaters (image source: Epic Games)

Epic Games cracks down hard on Fortnite cheater with lifetime ban and public apology

A Fortnite player who cheated to get their way into a tournament has been pilloried by Epic Games. They had to forego all of their winnings and apologize publicly on YouTube.
Anil Ganti, 19 Feb 2025 12:17
A screenshot from SN Ultimate Freeriding showcasing the tricks and scoring system of the game (Image Source: Steam)

A minimalist and affordable snowboarding game made by two people is trending on Steam

SNØ: Ultimate Freeriding is a minimalist downhill snowboarding game about pulling off high-risk maneuvers to score big points. The game has procedurally generated terrain with easy-to-learn controls.
Rohith Bhaskar, 19 Feb 2025 10:53
Super Nova: Controller is now globally available. (Image source: GameSir)

Super Nova: Controller with numerous features, Hall effect joysticks and charging station now available worldwide

The GameSir Super Nova controller is now globally available in a number of currencies. The model is designed for a wide range of gamers with its modern layout, high-quality technology, customizable controls, customizable design el...
Silvio Werner, 19 Feb 2025 10:09
Logitech G305 and G502 Lightspeed gaming mice

Deal | Two legendary Logitech Lightspeed wireless gaming mice with Hero sensors get superb discounts in limited-time Amazon deal

The Logitech G502 Hero Lightspeed and Logitech G305 Lightspeed wireless gaming mice are both on sale at Amazon for over 40% off. Both feature advanced customisation, high performance Hero sensors, and fast 1 ms response times via ...
Julian van der Merwe, 19 Feb 2025 07:30
Asus Prime GeForce RTX 5080 OC Edition in review

Asus Prime GeForce RTX 5080 OC Edition Review: 13% gains over the RX 7900 XTX for 30% increased pricing over the RTX 5080 FE

Prime sans Optimus. The Asus Prime GeForce RTX 5080 Founders Edition is an SFF GPU based on Nvidia's latest GB203 Blackwell GPU. The Prime RTX 5080 OC offers slightly higher clocks than the RTX 5080 Founders Edition, but real-world performance gains don't necessarily scale with the marked-up pricing.
Intel Core i9-14900K | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 | 32.00"
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 19 Feb 2025 07:06
Fans of turn-based games will want to check out this new Steam deal (image source: Valve)

Iconic turn-based games with "Mostly Positive” reviews on Steam get attractive discounts

The Total War: Warhammer franchise is now on sale at Steam. The promotion offers attractive discounts on all three games and their numerous DLC packs.
Anil Ganti, 19 Feb 2025 05:36
The Platinum White ROG Zephyrus G14 is a beautiful laptop with OLED display and AMD Ryzen 9 CPU (Image source: Asus)

Deal | Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 OLED arrives in bargain territory thanks to 33% price drop

The portable Asus gaming laptop is now available for just $1,075 after receiving its largest discount to date. While the Zephyrus G14’s RTX 4060 is certainly not a high-end GPU, the vast majority of gamers will appreciate the very...
Enrico Frahn, 18 Feb 2025 22:54
Marvel Rivals logo (Image source: NetEase Games)

Marvel Rivals fans are shocked as developers are suddenly fired

Marvel Rivals is more proof that not all developers benefit from a successful release. Even with record numbers of players engrossed in the free third-person hero shooter, several NetEase Games employees were fired. Players are no...
Adam Corsetti, 18 Feb 2025 22:38
The first prototype of the Game Bub on the left still had three buttons (Image source: Eli Lipsitz)

Game Bub open-source FPGA retro handheld for Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance games unveiled

After the Analogue Pocket comes the Game Bub. Over the past 18 months, engineer Eli Lipsitz has been working on a retro handheld in the iconic Game Boy form factor, which is supposed to play original cartridges for the Nintendo Ga...
Marc Zander, 18 Feb 2025 21:03
LG 27-inch GX790A-B UltraGear OLED monitor (Image source: LG)

OLED monitor sales will continue to boom, according to an LG financial forecast

OLED monitors are quickly becoming the preferred choice of gamers and professionals. LG revealed a new sales forecast backing up earlier claims about rising market shares. Why has support for these still-pricey displays risen so s...
Adam Corsetti, 18 Feb 2025 20:41
The MSI MPG 272URX costs a lot more than its predecessor in Europe and the US. (Image source: MSI)

MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED now shipping globally with unexpectedly high pricing in Europe and the US

The MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED has now started shipping globally. While the new gaming monitor price matches last year's MPG 271QRX in the UK, it costs significantly more in Europe and the US for some reason.
Alex Alderson, 18 Feb 2025 19:16
Avowed is also available on the Xbox Game Pass, starting Feb 18. (Image source: Xbox)

Xbox Game Pass: Two of three upcoming games revealed to be popular AAA titles

Microsoft is adding three new games to the Xbox Game Pass, including AAA titles Watch Dogs: Legion and F1 24, along with Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader. These titles arrive between February 20-25.
Anubhav Sharma, 18 Feb 2025 18:54
Aptoide free app store for iOS now generally available across the European Union (Image source: Own)

Free App Store alternative Aptoide now fully available across the European Union

With the limited beta period over, Aptoide users across the European Union can join without any restrictions this App Store alternative for iOS users. Thanks to it, all users of Apple hardware can enjoy the App Versions feature, w...
Codrut Nistor, 18 Feb 2025 17:38
Assassin's Creed Shadows logo (Image source: Ubisoft)

Twice delayed Assassin's Creed Shadows release date on March 20th looks promising

The Assassin's Creed Shadows release date has already been postponed twice. Even with a rocky development cycle, its pre-release sales are making Ubisoft optimistic. An Insider Gaming article suggests that the stealth-focused acti...
Adam Corsetti, 18 Feb 2025 16:49
Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion is reduced by 80 percent on Steam until February 24 and is therefore available for $3 instead of $15. (Image source: Steam)

Steam Deal: Beloved open-world RPG with 95% positive reviews for $3

A highly popular open-world RPG with extensive DLCs and mod support is currently 80% off on Steam, bringing the price down to just $3.
Marius Müller, 18 Feb 2025 16:06
Legend of Ymir will be released in South Korea on February 20. (Image source: Legend of Ymir)

Upcoming MMO built in Unreal Engine 5 nears launch

A new MMORPG comes with Unreal Engine 5 graphics and aims to impress players with massive siege battles. The game will be released in South Korea this week and should soon be available for the rest of the world.
Marius Müller, 18 Feb 2025 15:55
The free autobattler Alpha League HD is currently ranked number 1 in the SteamDB category "Popular Releases". (Image source: Steam)

Free autobattler tops SteamDB charts following HD upgrade

This free-to-play autobattler recently received an HD upgrade, which helped it gain enough attention to reach the top of SteamDB's 'Popular Releases' category.
Marius Müller, 18 Feb 2025 15:47
A Neo 7 SE teaser. (Image source: Realme)

Realme Neo 7 SE: Launch date and color options for new mid-range Android "Gaming Star" exposed

The Neo 7 SE is tipped to out-muscle the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro/Poco X7 Pro with a significantly larger 7,000mAh battery. Realme has yet to confirm that spec outright, but has now set an imminent launch date for its upcoming mid-tier A...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Feb 2025 15:46
Video: Asus ROG Flow Z13 w/ AMD Strix Halo in-depth review - The death of dedicated (laptop) GPUs?

Video: Asus ROG Flow Z13 w/ AMD Strix Halo in-depth review - The death of dedicated (laptop) GPUs?

AMD's new APU, a chip that combines a CPU and a GPU on a single die, just launched in the all-new Asus ROG Flow Z13. The new Ryzen AI Max+ 395, with its integrated 8060s, can compete with dedicated solutions such as the RTX 4060 and RTX 4070. So is this the beginning of the end for dedicated GPUs?
Alexander Wätzel, 18 Feb 2025 15:01
The Epic Games Store will breeze past a dozen game giveaways later this week. (Image source: Epic Games Store)

Epic Games Store confirms free game giveaway plans for 2025

The Epic Games Store is set to give away at least another three games later this week. In the meantime, the storefront has revealed the extent of last year's giveaways, as well as its plans for 2025.
Alex Alderson, 18 Feb 2025 14:27
My Nintendo Gold points, which are earned from the purchase of digital and physical games, will be discontinued in March 2025. (Image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo announces discontinuation of My Nintendo Gold Points reward

Nintendo is ending its My Nintendo Gold Points reward system after seven years. The game giant has provided no reason for the discontinuation which will take effect in late March 2025.
Habeeb Onawole, 18 Feb 2025 13:33
The cover image for Warner Bros. and DC Batman sale on Steam featuring Bruce Wayne and Batman (Image Source: Steam)

The Batman: Arkham Collection is dirt cheap on Steam right now

Warner Bros. is celebrating Batman's birthday in style with up to 90% discounts on games featuring the Caped Crusader. The entire Arkham trilogy is up for grabs at 85% off. You can also pick up Origins and Gotham Knights for cheap...
Rohith Bhaskar, 18 Feb 2025 09:05
Chuwi launches AuBox miniPC with AMD 8745HS CPU. (Image source: Chuwi)

Chuwi unveils AuBox mini PC powered by an AMD Ryzen 7 8745HS CPU, 16GB DDR5 RAM, and 512GB PCIe SSD

The Chuwi AuBox 8745HS mini PC comes with the 8-core, 16-thread AMD Ryzen 7 8745HS CPU coupled with a 12-core Radeon 780M GPU to power through heavy multitasking with ease. The AuBox can play many games at high frame rates, too.
David Chien, 18 Feb 2025 08:51
Olympia joins as the 2nd returning fighter to Rivals of Aether! (Image Source: Aether Studios)

Rivals of Aether II: Olympia comes back into the fray!

Aether Studios unveils that Olympia: The Amethyst Fist joins as the 2nd free character in an update coming April 2nd to Rivals of Aether II.
Sasha (Tristan) Mathews, 18 Feb 2025 06:32
Handheld gaming: A Valve Steam Deck and a Lenovo Legion Go S. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Gaming handhelds: Here's what really matters

CheckMag The market for gaming handhelds is booming. New devices are springing up everywhere and more and more manufacturers are venturing into the segment. Too much choice can be paralyzing, so knowing what makes a good handheld is certai...
Marc Herter, 18 Feb 2025 03:28
GTA 6 pre-release artwork (Image source: Rockstar Games)

Rockstar Games exploring how GTA 6 could welcome user generated content

Rockstar Games is considering how to cultivate user-generated content in GTA 6. With official mod support early in its life cycle, GTA 6 could generate extra income for both the publisher and creators. Digiday recently posted an a...
Adam Corsetti, 18 Feb 2025 00:48
Dell G3223Q gaming monitor with image and specs

Deal | Dell’s 32-inch 4K gaming monitor with 144Hz and 600 nits gets sizable Amazon discount

The 32-inch Dell G3223Q is a 4K IPS gaming monitor that balances gaming and productivity features. It features Nvidia G-Sync tech, tops out at 144 Hz refresh rate, and has a peak brightness of 600 nits. It's also under $450 at Ama...
Julian van der Merwe, 17 Feb 2025 23:25
The Retro Handheld Simulator is a parody of the growing retro handheld community (Image source: Madsox Games)

Free Retro Handheld Simulator for Nintendo Game Boy parodies handheld community

The Retro Handheld Simulator is a parody of the modern retro handheld community and can be played on virtually any retro handheld device. This short adventure can be downloaded and played for free but offers an optional donation t...
Hannes Brecher, 17 Feb 2025 21:29
The ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM has now been listed at several retailers (Image source: Asus)

27-inch Asus ROG Swift PG27UCDM 4K OLED monitor with 240Hz launches

With the ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM, one of the world's first 27-inch 4K gaming monitors has now hit the market. It is equipped with a fourth-generation QD-OLED panel with a 240Hz refresh rate as well as DisplayPort connectivity with...
Hannes Brecher, 17 Feb 2025 21:02
The Days Gone remaster will be playable on April 25 (image source: PlayStation)

PlayStation Plus subscribers not eligible for $10 Days Gone remaster upgrade

A Reddit user has discovered that users who got Days Gone via PlayStation Plus will have to pay full price ($50) to play the remastered version. Those who already own the game can upgrade for $10.
Anil Ganti, 17 Feb 2025 20:49
Asus RTX 5070 Ti Prime is shown (Image source: Asus)

RTX 5070 Ti price manipulation allows GPUs to meet pre-release date review guidelines

eBay will not be the only place to find the Nvidia RTX 5070 Ti at shockingly high prices. The first reviewed GPUs on February 19th are supposed to have a $749 MSRP. Still, without a Founders Edition, manufacturers are taking massi...
Adam Corsetti, 17 Feb 2025 20:05
The GPD Win Mini 2025 comes in black and white finishes. (Image source: GPD & Droix)

GPD Win Mini 2025: Clamshell gaming handheld available with up to 64 GB of RAM and better warranty options via third-party

The GPD Win Mini 2025 can now be purchased via a popular third party within the gaming handheld community. Available with up to 64 GB of RAM, the new Win Mini 2025 also packs superior cooling and AMD's latest Ryzen AI HX 370 APU.
Alex Alderson, 17 Feb 2025 19:31
Gemma from Monster Hunter Wilds (Image source: Capcom)

Monster Hunter Wilds Gemma giveaway awarding free armor shards after release date

Upgrading gear can be a grind in Monster Hunter games. Fortunately, Smithy Gemma is hosting a contest to hand out up to 100 armor shards per hunter. Players must repeatedly share a hashtag on X to receive the shards after the Mons...
Adam Corsetti, 17 Feb 2025 16:47
AI Confidential demo goes live on Steam for Windows and Linux gamers (Image source: Steam)

Welcome to tomorrow: AI Confidential demo hits Steam

In a world that brings together high-end technology and classic puzzles, AI Confidential allows players to take advantage of an intuitive emoji-driven dialog system to solve everyone's problems as a robo technician. There is no re...
Codrut Nistor, 17 Feb 2025 16:46
Powkiddy includes a pair of stickers with all V20 orders. (Image source: Powkiddy)

Powkiddy V20: Pre-orders start at under $55 for new budget retro gaming handheld

Powkiddy has opened pre-orders for the V20 globally. Priced at under $55, the Powkiddy V20 combines a 3.5-inch IPS display and a 5,000 mAh battery with an Allwinner A133P chipset found across the TrimUI Smart Pro, TrimUI Brick and...
Alex Alderson, 17 Feb 2025 16:18
Metal Eden will be released on May 6 for PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. (Image source: PlayStation Blog)

Cyberpunk chaos with Doom-style combat: New sci-fi shooter launching soon

The first gameplay of a new sci-fi shooter is thrilling fans with its fast-paced action, reminiscent of the cult classic Doom, but set in a dark cyberpunk world. Fortunately, the wait for its release won't be much longer.
Marius Müller, 17 Feb 2025 16:03
Deus Ex is 90% off on Steam until February 24, making it available for less than $1. (Image source: Steam)

Steam deal: Popular RPG shooter now 90% off and available for under $1

A highly popular RPG shooter is currently 90% off on Steam, bringing the price down to under $1. With over 12,000 reviews, it holds a very positive rating.
Marius Müller, 17 Feb 2025 15:28
Borderlands 3 is available on Steam for about $6 with a 90% discount until February 20. (Image source: Steam)

Limited-time deal on Steam: AAA shooter now 90% off, available for only $6

A highly popular looter shooter with over 110,000 very positive reviews on Steam is now available at a 90% discount, bringing the price down to just $6.
Marius Müller, 17 Feb 2025 15:22
Avowed will be available on Xbox Game Pass on release day, February 18. (Image source: Steam)

Xbox Game Pass: This week's sole new game is a major RPG release

As far as we know, only one new game is coming to Xbox Game Pass this week, but subscribers have good reason to be excited. It's a brand-new action RPG release.
Marius Müller, 17 Feb 2025 15:11
Deal: Tens of thousands of C64 games available for free - relive the golden computer era now

Deal: Relive the C64 glory days – 99,000 games free to play

If you want to dive back into games of the 80s, you can now enjoy almost 99,000 C64 games and applications for free - simply in your browser. There is also a smaller selection of free Amiga and Atari titles available.
Nicole Dominikowski, 17 Feb 2025 14:19
The PowerColor Red Devil AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT pictured here packs 16 GB of GDDR6 memory. (Image source: PowerColor)

AMD ridicules report of 32 GB RX 9070 XTX with cheeky satire

While AMD previously denied that the company was working on an RX 9070 XT with 32 GB of memory, the rumors didn't stop. Frank Azor, head of AMD's Gaming Marketing, has now made fun of the information in a series of replies on X.
Fawad Murtaza, 17 Feb 2025 13:16
Sorry we're closed has a striking neon punk aesthetic that makes it stand out (Image Source: Steam)

Survival horror game about battling a lovesick archdemon is 25% off on Steam

Sorry We're Closed is a unique survival horror game that blends elements from classic Resident Evil with Suda51's Killer7. It's a wild and eccentric take on the genre with fixed camera angles and arcade-style shooting mixed with a...
Rohith Bhaskar, 17 Feb 2025 13:08
The Room - released in 2014 - is down to only $0.99 on Steam right now. (Image source: Steam - Edited)

Award-winning puzzle game with over 27,000 "Overwhelmingly Positive" reviews is now under $1 on Steam

Critically acclaimed puzzle game - The Room - is now just $0.99 on Steam for a very limited time. With 27,000+ "Overwhelmingly Positive" reviews, this atmospheric mystery game is a must-play before the deal ends on Feb 17.
Anubhav Sharma, 17 Feb 2025 11:46
Nvidia is about to manufacture a lot of RTX 5090 GPUs in the coming weeks (image source: Notebookcheck)

RTX 5090 supply to greatly increase in the coming weeks

An X leaker says the RTX 5090 shortage could be over soon due to low demand for Nvidia's B200 GPUs. The GB100 GPUs powering it will be repurposed for the RTX 5090's GB202.
Anil Ganti, 17 Feb 2025 10:32
Guns of Fury has a beautiful and crunchy 16-bit aesthetic heavily inspired by the SNK classic Metal Slug (Image Source: Steam)

This beautiful 16-bit action platformer is inspired by Metal Slug and Metroid

Guns of Fury is a retro 16-bit action platformer that combines run and gun action with the map exploration of a Metroidvania title. Explore, gain new abilities, and battle giant bosses in your quest to rescue a kidnapped scientist...
Rohith Bhaskar, 17 Feb 2025 08:47
Ink Console: Handheld with E Ink. (Image source: Daniel Puchau)

Ink Console: Special gaming handheld with e-paper screen

A different kind of gaming handheld: The Ink Console is a new handheld based on E Ink technology, which is particularly suitable for a certain gaming genre. Users will also be able to create their own games.
Silvio Werner, 17 Feb 2025 07:15
Rainbow Six Siege X logo (Image source: Ubisoft)

Rainbow Six Siege X announced by Ubisoft along with a new operator

Ubisoft has officially confirmed Rainbow Six Siege X, promising a modern reimagination of the tactical FPS. Gamers can watch a reveal trailer now, with more details expected on March 13th. Although it's not Rainbow Six Siege 2, th...
Adam Corsetti, 16 Feb 2025 23:18
Zotac Gaming logo (Image source: Zotac)

Nvidia RTX 5050 and RTX 5060 registered at EEC as potential RTX 50 series budget GPUs

Gamers may not need a massive budget to take full advantage of DLSS 4. Zotac regulatory filings suggest that an Nvidia RTX 5050 may become the most affordable GPU in the RTX 50 series. Information from the EEC gives less surprisin...
Adam Corsetti, 16 Feb 2025 19:59

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