GeForce RTX 5050 laptop GPU Geekbench debut confirms key specs
The RTX 5050 laptop variant has shown up on Geekbench. Specs-wise, it isn't different from the RTX 4050 laptop, with the notable exception of more VRAM.
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Hidden gem: New 3D platformer with Zelda vibes hits 100% positive reviews after two weeks
Peaceful island worlds to explore at your own pace, inventive ways to move around and optional boss fights – that’s what players on Steam seem to be looking for. At least, that’s the impression given by the 100% positive Steam rev...
Borderlands 4 ECHO-4 Bundle Collectors Edition listed for $150 without one key component
The Collectors Edition (ECHO-4 Bundle) for Borderlands 4 has been listed on GameStop's website for $150. It gets you a bunch of paraphernalia and in-game cosmetics, but doesn't include a copy of the game.
Nintendo Switch 2 teardown by YouTuber reveals modular joysticks, reinforced USB-C ports, glued battery, and stray liquid metal
A new teardown of the Nintendo Switch 2 reveals some surprising internal changes, including modular joysticks and port reinforcements. One unexpected detail under the battery has also sparked curiosity about early production quali...
MPG 274URDFW E16M: MSI releases new 1152 zone Mini LED gaming monitor ahead of global rollout
MSI has given its latest Mini LED gaming monitor its first release before a full global debut next month. Surprisingly, the MPG 274URDFW E16M will cost significantly more in the US than in China.
GameSir G7 Pro: New Hall effect and Micro Switch controller released with TMR joysticks and early launch dicsount
GameSir has now opened pre-orders for its latest high-end wireless controller. Designed for Xbox, the GameSir G7 Pro can also be used wirelessly on Android and PC with its built-in gyroscope, Mag-Res TMR joysticks, Hall effect or ...
500Hz OLED gaming monitor with 1,000 nits and QHD: Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 to hit more markets
Samsung has finally confirmed that one of the most anticipated gaming monitors of the year will also be launched in other regions. The Odyssey OLED G6 features a 27-inch QD-OLED panel that offers an incredibly high refresh rate of...
Deal | Humble Bundle: $127 worth of Steam Deck-compatible puzzle games for $12
The Puzzle Pizzazz is a new game collection on Humble Bundle. It contains eight puzzle games with a total value of $127 but can be purchased for as low as $12. They all have Steam Deck compatibility ratings as well.
Deal | Lowest Steam price yet: Unique roguelite with 95% positive reviews now just $1.50
If you enjoy roguelites and rhythm-based gameplay, Crypt of the NecroDancer might be worth a look. The beat-driven dungeon crawler is currently available on Steam at its lowest price yet – with a 90% discount.
Gigabyte M27UP: 4K gaming monitor with optional 320 Hz mode released with global launch coming
Gigabyte has started selling its latest 4K and 27-inch gaming monitor following its debut last month during Computex 2025. Offering 4K/160 Hz and 1080p/320 Hz display modes, the Gigabyte M27UP also offers features like a KVM switc...
Deal | From $5.99 to $0: Dreamlike Metroidvania game praised for its atmosphere now free to keep, but only until June 17
Dreaming Sarah, a surreal indie adventure inspired by Yume Nikki, is free for a very limited time on Indiegala (until June 17). You can explore her coma dreamworld, solve puzzles, and collect odd items in this short narrative gem ...
Ayaneo reveals new Flip 1S clamshell gaming handheld variant while dropping hints about pricing and availability
Ayaneo has confirmed that it has a second version of the Flip 1S in development. Launching simultaneously alongside a dual-screen variant, the Ayaneo Flip 1S KB features an overhauled built-in keyboard on top of other improvements...
2K opens Borderlands 4 pre-order sales and it turns out Standard Edition won't cost $80
Borderlands 4 won't be following The Outer Worlds 2 with an $80 asking price. 2K and Gearbox Software revealed pre-order information ahead of the Borderlands 4 release date. The Standard, Deluxe, and Super Deluxe Editions offer co...
8BitDo Ultimate 2: Nintendo Switch 2 compatible Bluetooth controller refreshed with new colourway
8BitDo has updated its Ultimate 2 controller with another new colour option. This time extended to its Bluetooth variant that is compatible with the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, the new yellow option is already available...
Lost in Random: The Eternal Die Advanced Access is now live
Lost in Random: The Eternal Die gets Advanced access, live now for players who pre-ordered the Fortune Edition. Players can jump in early before the June 17 release when the game launches for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox G...
Report: Three scripts were rejected before the Jason and Lucia storyline for GTA 6
Seems like Take-Two was very picky with the script for GTA 6 and rejected three before approving the final one. Dan Houser, the then Vice President of Creative at Rockstar Games left the company reportedly because of these rejecti...
Deal | Acclaimed co-op FPS with space dwarves, now 67% off on Steam for a limited time
Deep Rock Galactic, the super popular, class-based co-op FPS, is now 67% off on Steam as part of a special promotion. The game currently sits on an "Overwhelmingly Positive" rating on Steam.
Exciting next-gen Xbox console rumor claims native Xbox 360, Xbox One, and Xbox Series backward compatibility
It is not a secret that Microsoft is preparing a traditional next-gen Xbox console. Whether the next-generation Xbox console is just a rebranded PC or more akin to a console with custom silicon, the console will be able to nativel...
Sony reveals more about the PS6 and cloud gaming
Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO Hideaki Nishino recently spoke about the PS6 and the cloud gaming functionality that is predominantly present on the PS5.
Deal | Just $4.99 on Steam: Deeply moving indie adventure game with "Very Positive" reviews gets 75% off
Last Day of June, an indie title with painterly visuals and an emotional story is on sale on Steam at its lowest price ever. The game tells a cinematic story revolving around the themes of love and loss. With a "Very Positive" use...
Deal | This new free to play truck sim on Steam takes you off-road in the Australian wilderness
A new free to play truck sim prologue - Truck World Australia: First Haul - recently launched on Steam, letting players haul across Australia, step out of the cab, and manually secure cargo through sandstorms and changing weather.
Nics Tek reveals additional details on its Hesper64(100) keyboard with dual-action keys
The Nics Tek Hesper64(100) keyboard uses dual-action keys, expanding a compact 64-key layout to full 100-key functionality without modifiers. It uses custom Tecsee switches, supports QMK/VIA programmability, and has multi-device c...
Final Fantasy 16 Xbox sales are struggling after Microsoft and Square Enix skip Game Pass
With little fanfare, Final Fantasy 16 is now an option for Xbox console users. However, it appears players aren't in a rush to purchase the Square Enix game. Without Xbox Game Pass, the JRPG finds itself low on the list of most pl...
Slow sales of this Nintendo Switch 2 game could show limited appeal of Game-Key Card format
Some Nintendo loyalists are pledging never to purchase a Game-Key Card. Disgaea 7 Complete: Ewwdo Edition is especially unappealing for buyers hoping to collect physical Switch 2 games. The limited release for the Japanese RPG is ...
Reddit thread on the 'most reliable gaming laptop' reveals user concerns over thermals and long-term performance
A question about laptop reliability prompted a flurry of posts from users claiming disappointing experiences with high-end machines.
Video: Intel vs. AMD in high-end laptops ... it doesn't matter! - XMG Neo 16 review
With the release of AMD's Fire Range HX CPUs, and the 16-core flagship, the 9955HX3D Team Red finally competes with Intel in the race for the fastest, high-end laptop CPU once again.
We have tested the new silicon against Intel's offering in the Neo 16, combined with an RTX 5090, so let us see who will win in 2025.
Deal | Humble Bundle: $136 worth of thriller games playable on Steam Deck down to $10
The Case & Consequence Collection has dropped on Humble Bundle. It brings seven mystery and thriller games totaling $136, and all are compatible with the Steam Deck. This whole bundle can be purchased for just $10.
Razer Kishi V3 Pro vs Razer Kishi Ultra: Here's how Razer's $150 controllers differ
The new Razer Kishi V3 Pro costs $149.99 which is the same price as the Razer Kishi Ultra. Both mobile controllers are alike in many ways but also have differences that will determine the experience you will get from them.
Deal | Fresh collection of well-rated free games hits Steam
A handful of Steam free games that launched in May 2025 were spotted right before June started. However, it seems a lot of them were left undiscovered, and X user @SteamGamesPC has now shed light on most of them.
New sci-fi survival game hits Steam with "Very Positive" reviews, intense gameplay, and a launch discount
Post crash-landing choices and time-pressured survival are key elements of The Alters, a new, bleak sci-fi builder where every version of Jan Dolski might be the key to staying alive. Now available with a 10% launch discount on St...
John Marston voice actor hints at imminent Red Dead Redemption 2 announcement for Switch 2
Looks like Red Dead Redemption 2 on the Nintendo Switch 2 could soon become a reality. The voice actor for John Marston, the protagonist of the first Red Dead game and part of the sequel, could barely contain his excitement about ...
Switch 2 owners criticize its GameCube emulator with complaints about laggy controls in games
Switch 2 specs accommodate more modern ports but also benefit fans of classic games. On the other hand, the handheld's GameCube emulator isn't as smooth as some players had hoped. Many games exhibit issues that aren't as common wi...
Some Switch 2 dock Ethernet ports are failing, with Nintendo support claiming it's a known issue
The Nintendo Switch 2 dock offers many advantages, including a Gigabit Ethernet port. Sadly, some consoles only work reliably with WiFi networks. Nintendo support hasn't explained the issue and requests that customers send in the ...
Nintendo Switch 2 screen proves impressively shatter-resistant in durability test
JerryRigEverything's latest video on the Nintendo Switch 2 starts as a teardown of the gaming handheld but transitions into a durability test by the end. The device's screen was able to take fifty hits from big pliers without shat...
Oppo K13 Turbo Pro tipped to launch as actively-cooled 144Hz smartphone
Oppo's first smartphone to launch with PC-style gaming features will also do so with a whole new name, according to a new leak. It might have been chosen to reflect features such as an unusually high-refresh-rate screen and flagsh...
Deal | Less than $5: Open-world RPG with high replayability and 'Very Positive' reviews gets 84% discount on Steam and GOG
Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen is now on sale on Steam and GOG. The open-world action RPG was originally released in 2012 and recently got a sequel last year.
Deal | Steam: Realistic World War II shooter free to play for a limited time
If you prefer tactical, realistic shooters over fast-paced, action-heavy games, you’ll likely enjoy this one – and right now, it won’t cost you a thing. Hell Let Loose is free to play on Steam for a limited time.
RedMagic Gaming Tablet 3 Pro now available as direct import
The RedMagic Gaming Tablet 3 Pro is, at least according to the data sheet, a very powerful Android tablet that is suitable for video gaming. A direct import is now available for import in all three variants.
Deal | Free to play on Steam for a limited time: Action-RPG with fun combat and tons of loot
Steam is giving players another chance to try out a game for free: Towerborne, a co-op action RPG still in Early Access, is normally priced at around $25. If the free trial proves convincing, the full game is available at 25% off ...
Deal | 75% off Steam deal: First-person precision platformer with sinister Cyberpunk setting gets steep discount
Ghostrunner has dropped to its lowest-ever price on Steam, coming in at just $7.49 after a 75% discount. If you're hoping to dive into the fast-paced Cyberpunk hack-and-slash parkour hit, now is as good a time as any. In Ghostrunn...
Aokzoe A1X officially released ahead of schedule with up to AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and 64 GB RAM
Aokzoe has finally fully released the A1X, over two months after the powerful gaming handheld arrived on Kickstarter. Still available with an AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU and up to 64 GB of RAM, the Aokzoe A1X comes with OCuLink conn...
8BitDo M30 Bluetooth Gamepad gets an Earthion edition, and you can pre-order it now
8BitDo has partnered with Superdeluxe Games to launch a special edition of its M30 Bluetooth Gamepad. The controller will be sold as the 8BitDo M30 Bluetooth Gamepad Earthion Edition as a limited edition accessory for the upcoming...
Deal | Award winning stealth classic 60% off, less than $10 for a limited time
A legendary open world stealth shooter is now deeply discounted, with limited-time pricing that disappears soon. For those interested in experiencing Hideo Kojima's final Metal Gear game, this Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain ...
Deal | $5.09 Steam deal: Eerie indie co-op survival hit with 300,000+ positive reviews heavily discounted
Don't Starve Together is discounted to just $5.09 on Steam, after a sizeable discount slashed the price. The co-op survival game pits players against the wilderness, themselves, and each other and tasks them with exploring, crafti...
New Xbox handhelds may cost €599/€899, as ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X price and release date leak
When Microsoft announced its new Xbox handheld devices at a recent showcase, it didn't reveal pricing. A leaker has shared Asus ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X costs obtained from European retailers. If speculation about U.S. pr...
Deal | Metroidvania action-shooter game goes free on Steam for limited time
Paradox Soul, a Metroidvania action-shooter, has been discounted by 100% on Steam. This currently free game will transition back to a paid title on June 17, 2025, and users who add it to their library before that can keep it forev...
Steam now runs natively on Mac
The Steam app on Mac finally has a native client for M-series models. Valve has released a new beta version of the app that is more optimized, runs smoother, and loads faster on Apple Silicon.
PS5 beats PS4 in monthly players for the first time
For the first time since its launch in 2020, the PS5 has seen more monthly active players than the PS4 in FY24. Sony’s yearly earnings meeting reveals some major milestones for the console and the business.
Dying Light: The Beast is free for DL2 Ultimate owners, Techland clarifies
Dying Light: The Beast, launching August 22, will be free for players who own the Ultimate Edition of Dying Light 2: Stay Human. Techland has confirmed the free game will include the Hero of Harran pre-order bundle.
Former Steam darling Dragon Age Veilguard failed over EA's erratic strategy
With a launch that knocked Call of Duty off its Steam perch, Dragon Age: The Veilguard had a seemingly good chance to succeed. A detailed look behind the curtain, however, reveals how EA set the BioWare developers for failure.
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