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Deal | Commodore 64 styled 8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard drops to record-low price in sizeable Amazon deal including arcade macro buttons and Super Stick

The spectacularly vintage 87-key 8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard has been discounted on Amazon, with as little as $79.99 getting you the TKL keyboard along with its comically large dual Super buttons and the programmable Super St...

Julian van der Merwe, 28 Jan 2025 21:00

Decky Framegen can introduce some visual issues to the game (Image source: Deck Wizard on YouTube)

New Steam Deck mod enables FSR 3.1 frame generation for unsupported games

The Steam Deck supports AMD FSR 3.1, but many games lack native support. However, with the Decky Framegen plugin, the gaming handheld can run many of such titles with AMD's frame generation tech in place.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 28 Jan 2025 20:26

The Predator X27U X1 is only available in China for now. (Image source: Acer)

Acer Predator X27U OLED gaming monitor refreshed with new X1 release

Acer has updated its Predator X27U gaming monitor series with a new 'X1' option. Seemingly replacing the existing Predator X27U, the Predator X27U X1 features an updated design with one of Samsung Display's recent high-resolution ...

Alex Alderson, 28 Jan 2025 17:45

The MSI MPG 272URX could cost as much as its predecessor globally. (Image source: MSI)

MSI MPG 272URX: New 4K OLED gaming monitor price matches predecessor in early launch

MSI has given the MPG 272URX its first release, having showcased the monitor earlier this month. While not available globally just yet, it appears that the new 4K and 27-inch gaming monitor could cost about as much as the MPG 271Q...

Alex Alderson, 28 Jan 2025 17:31

The Steam Brick repurposes the Steam Deck as a headless system. (Image source: GitHub)

New Valve Steam Deck project transforms gaming handheld into quasi-home console

The Valve Steam Deck remains the go-to device for those who want to play triple-A games in a portable form factor. While a new project takes this to extremes, it also effectively creates a home console in the process.

Alex Alderson, 28 Jan 2025 17:06

Gigabyte GeForce RTX 5080 Xtreme Waterforce 16G (Image source: Gigabyte)

Best Buy confirms more Nvidia RTX 5080 prices two days before release date

Best Buy might have a limited supply of Nvidia RTX 5080 GPUs, but gamers won't be short on options. The retailer just listed new Gigabyte graphics cards, with most models priced above $999.99. Buyers shouldn't expect these GPUs to...

Adam Corsetti, 28 Jan 2025 16:54

Ubisoft plans to lay off 185 employees and close the studio in Leamington. (Image source: DallE3)

Ubisoft takes drastic measures: 185 layoffs and a studio closure

After a series of setbacks in 2024, Ubisoft has been compelled to take its first major steps to recover. The company is scaling back, which includes reducing the workforce by 185 employees, implementing cuts across multiple depart...

Marius Müller, 28 Jan 2025 16:20

Steam celebrates Chinese New Year 2025 with discounts on many games with very positive ratings

Steam celebrates Chinese New Year 2025 with up to 90% off including many top-rated games

Steam is celebrating the start of Chinese New Year 2025 with huge discounts on many games. This includes plenty of popular games with "very positive" player reviews. Here are some of the best titles.

Nicole Dominikowski, 28 Jan 2025 13:29

Cyberpunk 2077 macOS release may be around the corner (Image source: CD Projekt Red)

New Steam database changelog for Cyberpunk 2077 hints at imminent macOS release

Through a Steam database update for Cyberpunk 2077, CD Projekt Red may have just hinted at the imminent macOS version release. As surfaced on SteamDB, the new changelog has entries for macOS depots, launch options, and base game s...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 28 Jan 2025 11:19

The original version of The Sims may be re-released soon. (Image source: Maxis and EA)

Maxis and EA rumored to re-release The Sims 1 and The Sims 2 soon

A new teaser from Maxis and EA hints that the classic life simulation games The Sims and The Sims 2 will be re-released soon, possibly in remastered forms. Citing sources close to the games' developments, both titles will be relea...

Sam Medley, 28 Jan 2025 05:47

A new leak has effectively confirmed how much VRAM will be on the RTX 5060 and RTX 5060 Ti (image source: Nvidia)

Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 Ti tipped to arrive in two flavours

A new listing on the EEC website tells us Nvidia has three entry-level desktop GPUs lined up for launch. The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti has two variants, while the RTX 5060 has just one with 8 GB VRAM.

Anil Ganti, 28 Jan 2025 04:04

Hogwarts Legacy modding support (Image source: Avalanche Software)

Hogwarts Legacy modding is now more accessible with official WB Games support

WB Games and Avalanche Software are keeping the magic of Hogwarts Legacy alive with official modding support. On January 30th, a creator kit will be released to produce never-ending content for the action RPG. PC gamers can then e...

Adam Corsetti, 27 Jan 2025 19:39

Epic Games Store is now giving away a new free game for mobile devices

The Epic Games Store has dropped another giveaway to celebrate the rollout of its mobile free game program. The latest deal is the second title for Android and iOS devices in the program and runs simultaneously alongside the store...

Alex Alderson, 27 Jan 2025 17:32

iQoo Neo 10R tipped to support 90 fps gaming on imminent debut

iQoo has just confirmed that a new variant of the performance-focused Neo series of Android smartphones will become exclusive to the Indian market "soon". The 10R is rumored to launch with a Snapdragon 8-series platform optimized ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Jan 2025 17:27

Nvidia RTX 5090 stock shortage (Image source: Nvidia)

Days before the Nvidia RTX 5090 release date, customers are camping out at Micro Center

Whether or not the RTX 50 series is a generational leap in performance, demand remains sky-high. Facing shortages, customers are already lining up outside a U.S. retailer before the January 30th release date. Is camping the best s...

Adam Corsetti, 27 Jan 2025 16:54

Legacy: Steel and Sorcery launches in Early Access on February 12. (Image source: Steam)

Blizzard veterans launch new extraction MMO in early access soon

On February 12, a new Extraction Action RPG will launch in Early Access. Created by former Blizzard veterans, the game combines classic MMO mechanics with fresh PvPvE extraction gameplay.

Marius Müller, 27 Jan 2025 15:21

Five new games are coming to Xbox Game Pass this week - four of which are new releases. (Image source: Xbox Wire)

Xbox Game Pass: Five new titles arrive this week – four are brand-new

This week there are five new games for Xbox Game Pass subscribers - and four of them are new releases that will be added to Microsoft's gaming subscription directly on the day of release.

Marius Müller, 27 Jan 2025 15:06

The Aokzoe A1 X will ship with a native landscape display that supports VRR. (Image source: Aokzoe)

A1 X: New details about 8-inch native landscape gaming handheld teased

Aokzoe has shared more information about its next gaming handheld. The Aokzoe A1 X will line up as an alternative to the OneXPlayer F1 Pro and Ayaneo 3 thanks to its Ryzen 9 AI HX 370 APU, albeit with an 8-inch native landscape di...

Alex Alderson, 27 Jan 2025 13:20

The MSRP for the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 card is $999. (Image source: Nvidia)

RTX 5080 and other GeForce 50 series board MSRPs supposedly to blame for hefty AIB prices

A discussion about the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 board has led to an interesting disclosure that might explain why some custom boards from companies like Asus and Gigabyte will allegedly launch with high price tags. However, any gam...

Daniel R Deakin, 27 Jan 2025 12:03

Creal Clarity light field display technology is now available to manufacturers for integration into AR glasses. (Image source: Creal)

Creal Clarity light field display technology renders 3D AR scenes with full depth information

Now available for OEM integration into AR glasses, Creal Clarity reproduces virtual scenes with full depth information, allowing users to focus on 3D objects near and far. Traditional AR glasses project images at a set distance, c...

David Chien, 27 Jan 2025 06:17

Xbox Series X declining sales (Image source: Microsoft)

New Xbox sales numbers confirm the console's struggles as the PS5 outsells the PS4

The latest PlayStation vs Xbox sales numbers reveal stark contrasts, as the Series X has fallen further behind. Microsoft is pinning its hopes on Xbox Game Pass and Cloud Gaming, while Sony and Nintendo remain more hardware-centri...

Adam Corsetti, 26 Jan 2025 21:42

The shared gaming benchmarks of Radeon 8060S looks promising (Image source: AMD - edited)

AMD claims Radeon 8060S iGPU outperforms Nvidia RTX 4070 by up to 68.1% in gaming

The AMD Strix Halo lineup became official at CES 2025, and the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and Max 390 sports the Radeon 8060S iGPU. Per a recently surfaced marketing material, this iGPU can offer up to 68.1% better performance than the Nvi...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 26 Jan 2025 19:23

AMD FSR 4 and RX 9070 should benefit from compatibility with all FSR 3.1 games

FSR 4 is AMD's latest upscaling technology, maximizing frame rates with less latency and artifacts. When it launches in March, gamers will need a Radeon RX 9000 series GPU to take advantage of the feature. How can upgrading FSR 3....

Adam Corsetti, 26 Jan 2025 18:14

Rockstar Games’ 2025 steam sale offers another chance to revisit past top hits before GTA VI launches (Image source: Steam - edited)

Rockstar Games' Steam sale discounts big hits by up to 75%

Nearly all the games in Rockstar Games' PC portfolio are on sale on Steam right now. Some of these top-hit titles are even enjoying over a 70% discount than they usually go for.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 26 Jan 2025 15:49

The RTS fest will end tomorrow, January 27 (Image source: Steam)

Steam's RTS Fest ends in a day but what is Real Time Strategy?

CheckMag For its first sale of the year, Steam has ‘strategically’ started with the Real Time Strategy Fest (January 20 to January 27). This genre is full of constant frenetic action, and while you may find yourself stressed to begin with,...

Sasha (Tristan) Mathews, 26 Jan 2025 11:55

The game's developer announced that Crime Simulator: Prologue will cost $4.99 after the update (Image source: Steam - edited)

Free Steam game with online co-op mode and 'Mostly Positive' rating will soon become paid

Crime Simulator: Prologue, which is currently a free game on Steam with a 'Mostly Positive' player rating, will become paid. After the update, it will cost $4.99, and it will be renamed to Crime Simulator: Playgrounds.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 26 Jan 2025 08:45

Phil Spencer says Xbox is "looking forward to supporting" Nintendo Switch 2 with games (Image source: Nintendo and Microsoft - edited)

Nintendo Switch 2: Microsoft's gaming CEO comments on first-party Xbox games support for the handheld

Phil Spencer, Microsoft's gaming CEO, has confirmed that the Nintendo Switch 2 will get support for first-party Xbox games. This corroborates some of the recent rumors about the handheld getting multiple AAA game ports.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 25 Jan 2025 18:50

The Quinfall currently holds a mere 23% positive rating on Steam. (Image source: vawraek.com)

MMO hopeful stumbles badly, earning terrible reviews

The Quinfall promised a vast open world and a thrilling combat system, sparking excitement among genre fans eager for a standout MMO. One day after its release, however, the average rating on Steam has already plummeted - and not ...

Marius Müller, 25 Jan 2025 15:22

The demo version of Escape form Duckov is available between January 23 and February 10 and is currently number 1 in the Steam charts. (Image source: Steam)

Escape from Tarkov with ducks: New looter shooter demo hits #1 on Steam charts

Loot, gather resources and stay alert for enemies, all from the perspective of a duck. If you enjoy looter shooters like Escape from Tarkov and appreciate a good dose of humor, this new demo on Steam is worth checking out.

Marius Müller, 25 Jan 2025 14:56

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 has been benchmarked on Geekbench and Blender (image source: Chiphell)

Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 benchmark leak highlights varying degrees of performance improvement

The GeForce RTX 5080 has been benchmarked on Geekbench and Blender. While it is remarkably faster than the RTX 4080 in OpenCL, it is not replicated in Vulkan and Blender.

Anil Ganti, 25 Jan 2025 14:54

GamesandMovies.it starts taking pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 at €364.99 (Image source: Nintendo - edited)

Sketchy Nintendo Switch 2 listing reveals the gaming handheld's pre-order price

While the Nintendo Switch 2 was fully showcased, its official price still remains a mystery. Ahead of any official words from the company, a lesser-known European retailer has revealed the pre-order price of the gaming handheld.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 25 Jan 2025 12:15

Epic Games Store on mobile gets third-party titles and free games (Image source: Epic Games Store - edited)

Epic Games Store introduces third-party titles and free games program on mobile

Epic Games Store is adding around 20 third-party titles to its Android and iOS apps. It has also officially introduced the free games program to the mobile storefront and is working to bring the highest-grossing mobile game develo...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 25 Jan 2025 07:14

Ninja Gaiden 2 Black disappoints Xbox Game Pass PC players with no DLSS option

Xbox Game Pass and Steam provide very different experiences to Ninja Gaiden 2 Black players. The just-released remaster only offers DLSS on Steam, robbing other gamers of enhanced performance. Why do so many Xbox Game Pass and Ste...

Adam Corsetti, 25 Jan 2025 00:20

It is unclear when Epic Games' next free mobile game will be available. (Image source: Epic Games)

The Epic Games Store reveals new free game offer with time to spare

The Epic Games Store will soon be offering another game for $0.00. Although the date of its 100% discount is not yet known, the storefront has already named the game in question.

Alex Alderson, 24 Jan 2025 23:51

The UltraGear 27850A should reach more markets later this year. (Image source: LG)

LG UltraGear 27G850A-B: New gaming monitor now available with global release on the horizon

LG has released a new 27-inch UltraGear gaming monitor in Japan before it reaches other markets. Not only does its Japanese release confirm all key specifications for the LG UltraGear 27G850A-B, but it also outlines how much it ma...

Alex Alderson, 24 Jan 2025 23:42

The SuperStation One can play PS1 games without emulation thanks to FPGA (Image source: Retro Remake)

New SuperStation One retro console runs PlayStation 1 games via FPGA and without software emulator

An official launch and pre-order date has finally been set for the SuperStation One, an FPGA console that can run PlayStation 1 games without any software emulation. The gaming system is even compatible with original memory cards ...

Hannes Brecher, 24 Jan 2025 22:47

Doom: The Dark Ages does not have any multiplayer modes (Image source: Bethesda)

Doom: The Dark Ages will be strictly single-player, promising the most epic campaign ever

Doom: The Dark Ages brings new gameplay mechanics, a 30-foot mech, and a dragon, but skips on the multiplayer component. id Software has decided to keep this Doom game strictly single-player and make it the best campaign ever.

Vineet Washington, 24 Jan 2025 20:53

Epic Games Store: Surprise free game giveaway lands on mobile devices

The Epic Games Store has kicked a surprise free game giveaway. Arriving in addition to the title it began offering for free yesterday on Windows, the new giveaway is the first of many free games that will be available via its mobi...

Alex Alderson, 24 Jan 2025 19:32

The Govee Gaming Light Bars Pro will follow the original model (above). (Image source: Govee)

New Govee Gaming Light Bars Pro with Matter support spotted at CSA

An unannounced Govee product has been certified by the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA). The company has shared a few details about this new product, indicating RGB lighting, app-based controls and support for Matter. It will...

Polly Allcock, 24 Jan 2025 19:16

Asus ROG Phone 9 FE could feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (8 Pro pictured, image source: Asus)

Leak details the affordable Asus ROG Phone 9 series smartphone ahead of official announcement

Asus is rumored to launch the ROG Phone 9 FE, which is expected to be a cheaper variant for Asus's new gaming smartphone lineup. While the company has yet to officially announce it, a new leak has shared all the specs of the devic...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 24 Jan 2025 18:17

The Ayaneo 3 comes in black, white and 'Retro Power' finishes. (Image source: Ayaneo)

Ayaneo 3 gaming handheld now available with AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, OLED display, OCuLink and up to 64 GB of RAM

Ayaneo has finally released its next-generation gaming handheld. Available to order now in multiple variants, the Ayaneo 3 can be configured with a 120 Hz OLED display, up to 64 GB of RAM and an AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU. The new ...

Alex Alderson, 24 Jan 2025 17:50

Reddit user Pebbelstar has allegedly played an early test version of GTA6. (Image source: Rockstar Games)

GTA 6 Leak: Reddit user shares alleged details from test build

An insider claims to have played an early test version of GTA6 and reveals details about the game world. The information is difficult to verify, but seems plausible.

Marius Müller, 24 Jan 2025 15:32

The co-op sandbox adventure Necesse is free to play on Steam between January 24 and 26. (Image source: Steam)

For short time only: Co-op sandbox adventure available to play for free on Steam

Between January 24 and 26, players can enjoy a free trial of a sandbox action-adventure game on Steam, featuring a robust co-op mode. For those who want to keep playing after the trial, the game is available at a 35% discount.

Marius Müller, 24 Jan 2025 15:16

Ninja Gaiden 2 Black was released as an unannounced shadowdrop on January 23. (Image source: Steam)

Shadowdrop: Ninja game worth $50 joins Xbox Game Pass

On January 23, a remake of a popular action-adventure game, renowned for its intense and challenging combat, was released without prior notice. The game is now featured in the Xbox Game Pass and available on Steam, where it has qu...

Marius Müller, 24 Jan 2025 15:10

8BitDo may sell the Orion as a new version of the Ultimate outside China. (Image source: 8BitDo)

Orion: 8BitDo presents new 2.4 GHz wireless controller with Hall effect triggers and haptic feedback

8BitDo has showcased a new wireless controller in China. Potentially an upgraded 8BitDo Ultimate, the 8BitDo Orion features upgraded hardware like Hall effect triggers that also support DualSense-like haptic feedback in some insta...

Alex Alderson, 24 Jan 2025 14:14

Earthblade was supposed to be released in 2024. (Image source: EXOK Games)

Earthblade, the follow-up to metroidvania hit Celeste, gets cancelled

EXOK Games, the developer behind the hit metroidvania, Celeste, has revealed that it has cancelled Earthblade, its next game. The decision was made due to a disagreement between core team members among other reasons.

Habeeb Onawole, 24 Jan 2025 09:38

Gamers may have to part with ridiculous sums of money for the newest custom GeForce 50 series graphics cards. (Image source: Nvidia - edited)

RTX 5090 for $2,799, RTX 5080 for $1,899: Prices for custom Blackwell graphics cards leak

Prices for custom variants of the GeForce RTX 5090 and GeForce RTX 5080 graphics cards have apparently been leaked via retailer error. The highest-priced RTX 5090 card on the list is the Asus ROG Astral OC, which is supposedly goi...

Daniel R Deakin, 24 Jan 2025 08:08