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A reliable leaker has weighed in on the state of the Logitech G Cloud. Rather than release a second-generation device, Logitech is now rumoured to be bringing the G Cloud Black Edition to market globally as part of a wider release for the popular gaming handheld.

Gigabyte has released its first Primary Tandem OLED gaming monitor. Rivalling the LG UltraGear OLED 27GX700A but for significantly cheaper than its LG counterpart, the Gigabyte MO27Q28G combines a 1,500-nit OLED panel with a 280 Hz refresh rate and a modern port selection for what is reputed to be a sub-$500 global launch price.

Steam is currently offering a strong deal for shooter fans: Black Mesa, the fully modernized remake of Valve’s classic Half-Life, is 80% off until August 21, bringing the price down to around $4.

Asterfel is a newly announced action RPG from Germany, clearly inspired by classics such as Gothic and The Witcher. Already listed on Steam, the game debuted with an announcement trailer showcasing its first gameplay.

A rumor posted on X claims that EA is going to release future Battlefield titles annually, similar to Call of Duty. While this model may not be implemented for a few years, it raises significant concerns regarding the possible downgrade in quality and polish of yearly Battlefield releases.

Chevrolet has unveiled two radical Corvette concepts: the road-focused, all-electric CX and the track-only, hybrid CX.R Vision Gran Turismo. Both push beyond production limits with features such as a fighter-jet-style canopy, a fan-driven aero system, and a 2,000-hp hybrid powertrain. Later this month, both will be drivable in Gran Turismo 7.

Cult classic OFF is finally remastered and gaining popularity on Steam. Mortis Ghost’s 2008 acclaimed RPG is now purchasable on Steam/Switch with a new battle system, added areas, hidden bosses, QoL updates, and a refreshed soundtrack.

The acclaimed game Batman: Arkham Knight now benefits from an HD texture pack that considerably improves visual comfort. And the end result is quite impressive, taking you back to the streets of Gotham City more beautiful than ever.

Audio equipment maker Nicehck has teased its collaboration with Kojima Productions in a post on X. Scant details were posted, but public is asked to share their ideas as to what it might be.

In Battlefield 6, recoil complicates spamming attacks on slow-moving targets. Even so, a content creator believes that it’s less of an obstacle for controller users. Some keyboard and mouse advocates want developers to give these players less assistance.

Black Souls, a cult 2017 RPG Maker title inspired by Dark Souls and twisted fairy tales, has finally arrived on Steam. With nearly 1,000 reviews in one day and an "Overwhelmingly Positive" aggregate, players seem to be liking it so far. Priced at $12.59.

Vigil, a horror entry that launched as a free game on Steam, has made it to the "New & Trending" section shortly after its launch. The title features a unique blinking mechanic and offers a short narrative-driven experience.

The iQOO Z10 Turbo+ launched as a gaming phone with a large 8,000 mAh battery. While it has yet to officially arrive outside the Chinese market, the new flagship smartphone is now available to import via TradingShenzhen.

The AOC 25G4K has officially launched in China as a new affordable gaming monitor with support for a 420 Hz refresh rate. It features a 24.5-inch Fast IPS panel that sports a 1080p resolution and is DisplayHDR 400 certified.

After a rumor to the contrary, the extraction shooter Fairgames remains in development. Like with Concord and Marathon, the first-party PS5 game has faced repeated setbacks. Even so, Haven Studios founder Jade Raymond leaving hasn’t spelled doom for the title.

After an initial batch that shipped in late July, Ayaneo plans to resume shipping the Pocket S2 in the coming week. It is also still accepting new orders ahead of the crowdfunding's August 19 end date.

Following a new Battlefield 6 leak, players are learning more about the shooter game’s nine launch maps. Two of the maps are considerably larger than the condensed playtest settings. Some players had feared that Battlefield 6 would lack the massive environments that encourage careful planning.

9 Kings, a self-described "fast-paced roguelike kingdom builder," has plenty to offer users looking to toy around with its unique take on building.

X user @SteamGamesPC has spotted more free games on Steam. These newly discovered freebies were released somewhere between late July and early August 2025, and they fall in different categories.

Bendy: Lone Wolf reimagines Boris’s story as a roguelike survival game with tense chases, resource hunts, and a decent entry price of $19.99. It is now available on Steam and consoles. The game has earned 370 reviews as of writing - 84% of those are positive.

Steam is highlighting regional creativity this month with curated indie festivals from Indonesia, Ukraine, and South Korea, each offering players a gateway into distinctive local game scenes.

The V40 Max is a new and affordable gaming handheld designed to play a wide variety of games, not just very old titles. It features joysticks as well as shoulder buttons. The model's design is basically similar to a Game Boy, at least in terms of the display layout.

With a "Very Positive" review aggregate from 175 reviews, Dice Gambit is now live on Steam. It is a stylized strategy RPG where players roll the dice to move, attack, or trigger special abilities.

Microsoft has released an update for the Xbox app, specifically for the Arm PCs running Windows 11. It's said to enhance the gaming potential of these computers by allowing them to run the games natively.

A new Kickstarter project called CardMill is gaining momentum among TCG collectors. Designed to organize collections with an AI-powered sorting machine, the campaign reached its funding goal in just 24 minutes and has since surpassed it by more than fourfold.

Celeste has been discounted on Steam by 75%, bringing the price down to just under $5. The 2D metroidvania features challenging platforming, excellent character-driven storytelling, and an award-winning score. In the seven years since Celeste launched, it has amassed an "Overwhelmingly Positive" review score from over 112,000 reviews.

The lawsuit accuses Roblox of "willful disregard and deceptive practices" in its conduct as a platform for potential misuse by predators. The 42-page complaint has detailed (and rather severe) accusations for Roblox.

The game already exists in playable form and focuses on 'Cinematic action' sequences that were the hallmark of multiple Naughty Dog titles.

As per leaks available on X, players will get to play the survival horror game as Grace Ashcroft, Leon S. Kennedy and Grace's mother, Alyssa Ashcroft. RE 9 Requiem is a very ambitious project for Capcom, with the largest budget to date in the franchise’s history.

It seems that no Pokémon event is safe from the greed of scalpers. The Pokémon World Championships have become an opportunity for these sellers to buy and resell rare items. Arguments have plagued the Anaheim Convention Center following a failed McDonald's Japan promotion.

Although its Zen 4 architecture means the Ryzen 9 8940HX isn’t the latest processor on the market, its performance, especially in multi-core benchmarks, is more than impressive. This turns the CPU into a unique selling point for the MSI Crosshair A17 HX.

Paying over €2,000 for a gaming laptop with only 8GB of VRAM is a tough ask, but Gigabyte is trying it anyway. Therefore, we summarize our review findings and the pros and cons of the Aorus Elite 16.

GameSir has announced its first wireless controller for Xbox in the form of a special edition of the GameSir G7 Pro that's based on Wuchang: Fallen Feathers. The new controller is available to pre-order now but comes with a bump in price.

An updated Nintendo patent may justify rumors about a dual-screen Switch 2 . The illustrations depict a second display attached to what resembles the new console below it. The accessory could add realism to streaming 3DS games on Nintendo Switch Online.

Valve's latest update to the Steam client offers a better experience for higher resolution displays while adding support for uploading a multitude of media files for developers.

Ex-CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment America, Shawn Layden, has a more nuanced take on where video game prices should be as AAA budgets continue to increase.

For the vast majority of scenarios, owners will want to game on the quieter Performance mode instead of the louder Overdrive mode as gaming performance will be nearly the same, anyway.

CheckMag Metal Gear Solid 2 took the stealth action of the first game and pushed it to a whole new level. It surprised players with bold story choices and twists that still spark debate over two decades after its release. That's why MGS2 is easily one of the best sequels ever made.

Gamescom's executives see the yearly event as a potential heir of the now-defunct E3 trade show but claim they never perceived the two as rivals.

If you are an Xbox Game Pass Core or Ultimate subscriber, you can try two games, a survival and a sim, for free this weekend allowing you to explore diverse environments from an island to various water bodies.

CheckMag Iqunix has finally updated its EZ and EV series Hall effect gaming keyboards with the ability to record on-board macros, making them officially more useful than Wooting's 80HE and 60HE for those of us looking for a one-keyboard-fits-all solution.

Ratatan, a rogue-like action game that was largely financed via Kickstarter, is now expected to become available to gamers across the world on Steam from the 19th of September 2025.

Uninhibited, curious and full of energy – that's how most of us feel as kids, but that carefree spirit often fades with age. Lil Gator Game, a laid-back 3D adventure, sets out to bring that feeling back. Right now, it's 50% off on Steam, matching its lowest price to date.

8Bitdo’s Jade Green Ultimate Xbox controller with tri-mode connectivity and Hall Effect joysticks and triggers is now 29% off on Amazon, reaching its all-time low price. The wireless controller features remappable buttons and motion control and offers up to 22 hours of playtime on a single charge.

A sharp-eyed Dungeons & Dragons game master realized during a session that a 12-year-old player had a rare disability. The story quickly gained traction on Reddit, praised as a touching example of empathy and awareness.