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The news comes from a long-time contributor on the Speedhunters website that EA also funded as part of its Need For Speed universe.

The release caters to the PS5 Slim and the Pro SKUs but does not offer a solution for gamers with an older PlayStation 5 console. The revelations have resulted in multiple Reddit threads from disgruntled OG PS5 console owners

Asus's latest RTX 5090 GPU is not one you can simply buy or even pick up from a shelf with ease. This is not the first luxury item from the Taiwanese brand however, which has also released a Middle Eastern exclusive gold edition for approximately $ 7,000 previously.

Among other options, the China-centric edition of the original RTX 5090 also comes in a powerful, but pricey HOF OC LAB flavor from Galax.

Some gamers may not have to wait until the Donkey Kong Bananza release date to experience the Switch 2 title. A stack of sealed retail cases has appeared on eBay, with buyers paying extra for the opportunity. The retail Switch 2 leak comes before most players will have access on July 17th.

Best Buy's deal on the Lenovo Legion Go S (Windows) with 32GB of RAM and 1TB of storage is a no-brainer for anyone who wants to purchase a handheld gaming PC. And since one can officially install SteamOS on it, there's no point buying the SteamOS version of the handheld.

Peak has hit another major milestone - 5 million sales in under a month. The extremely viral game is all over social media in the form of short and long form content. Even with discounts and Steam’s cut, devs may have cleared over $18M already.

Nintendo is seeking opinions on the highly debated Game-Key Cards in its home country. The Japanese survey investigates what aspects of the format confuse gamers. Physical media supporters oppose these Switch 2 games, which rely on internet connectivity.

Oppo has officially set a date for the launch of its new K13 Turbo series of devices. The OEM has now joined in on the strong hints that they will be equipped with active cooling technology, despite being a set of Android smartphones. It is thought to consist of a Turbo and a Turbo Pro, which might launch with flagship-killing SoCs from MediaTek and Qualcomm respectively.

Reignbreaker is an aesthetically pleasing roguelike game that is currently available with a 50% discount on Steam. Gamers who enjoy fast-paced and thrilling combat experiences will likely be very pleased with the game, set in a tyrannical world ruled by the evil Iron Queen.

The Starter Pack: Dreadnought DLC for World of Warships is now available for free on Steam. This pack comes with content that's known to offer a noticeable boost to the new players, and it generally costs $30.

According to Retro Game Corps, the new Flip 2 variant offers solid performance where it counts, with a few caveats that might matter depending on what you play.

Rocket League marks its 10th anniversary with a special in-game event during Season 19. Players can access rotating classic modes, themed rewards and a new Monstercat vinyl. The celebration highlights the game's lasting impact, community spirit and creative evolution.

Ultimate Zombie Defense, a top-down survival horror title, has dropped to $0 on Steam. This currently free game on the platform has a good overall player rating, is playable on the Steam Deck, and is worth $4.99.

A new hardware mod gives the Nintendo Switch Lite long-missing features like HDMI output, OLED display, and a capacitive glass touchscreen. The no-solder design could make it one of the most comprehensive Switch Lite mods demonstrated to date.

A shovel-wielding knight and a unique genre mash-up – Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon puts a quirky hero at the center of a dungeon crawler that fuses roguelike and puzzle elements. If that sounds intriguing, you can try it out for free this weekend and take advantage of the biggest discount the game has ever seen.

Shark Dentist blends roguelike gameplay with a disturbingly intense dental simulation, set in a nightmarish underwater world. A first glimpse is available in the newly released announcement trailer, where things take a dark turn and culminate in a severed head.

The Xbox Amazon storefront is currently offering a significant 27% off on the Xbox wireless gaming controller at Amazon in the US. Xbox’s wireless controller features a hybrid D-pad, button mapping, Bluetooth technology, and textured triggers and bumpers. Plus, it offers up to 40 hours of playtime and a dedicated share button.

While no specific dates were mentioned, IO Interactive is expected to provide solutions in the near future to users grappling with performance issues on the Nintendo Switch 2 platform.

Borderlands is an addictive mix of looter shooters and action-RPG games. To celebrate the upcoming Borderlands 4 release date, a new Humble Bundle packages eight mainline titles and spin-offs. Some games have rarely sold for less than the bundle's $16 price separately.

The co-founder of the studio behind Judas has confirmed that the upcoming sci-fi shooter will remain true to its classic single-player shooter origins, opting to focus on exceptional storytelling instead of gimmicks like live-service gameplay or potentially predatory microtransactions.

New kernel patch brings native power controls to Legion Go S on Linux for much more convenient performance profile switching and more.

In addition to the next major Resident Evil: Requiem, the ninth installment in the series, another game set in the same universe has been announced: Resident Evil: Survival Unit, a strategy game spin-off.

Outer Wilds, a 3D adventure puzzle game that won multiple Game of the Year awards, including the BAFTA Best Game of 2020 award, is available for a new low price of $14.99, which is a 40% discount from the regular price. Search for answers about an ever-changing solar system stuck in a time loop and solve the mysteries about its previous inhabitants.

With the higher Switch 2 price, pricey Nintendo accessories add to the financial burden. A new iFixit teardown concludes that the Switch 2 Pro controller doesn't offer enough value. Nintendo makes repairs tedious, and cheaper controllers use more durable Hall effect analog sticks.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's success may have resulted in a rethink of combat mechanics in some of its traditional competitors

A lawsuit is the latest development in a spat that is increasingly becoming public, centered around the dismissals of the developer's top leadership.

The community update reaffirms support for the title while also providing information on how future seasonal updates would be handled.

KT-Pocket has confirmed that it is still developing a successor to its KT-R1 gaming handheld. Eventually launching as the KT-R1S, the device will feature a revised design to accommodate more powerful hardware, too.

AMD’s next-gen chips and Sony’s upcoming hardware will likely share key architectural similarities, pointing to a deeper co-design strategy shaping both ecosystems.

Currently available with a massive 70% discount, The Last Clockwinder is a well-crafted VR game that has won several awards. Puzzle-automation enthusiasts will be particularly pleased with the game, set inside a dreamy clocktower housed in an ancient tree.

Artificial Agency's new behaviour engine introduces adaptive AI to gaming, letting characters and game directors respond in real time to player choices.

A Switch 2 case should safeguard the pricey console from damage. The Dbrand Killswitch sometimes does the opposite, causing the Joy-Cons to detach effortlessly. The company will ship updated controller grips and a revised Switch 2 dock adapter to buyers at no charge.

Despite leaks and rumors from datamines of Battlefield 6 playtests, EA has not shared any official announcement dates. But, if the latest information is accurate, we may get to experience the game as part of an open beta test, soon.

Save big on classic Arkham games and new ones during the DC Franchise sale on Steam. The Arkham Collection, Gotham Knights, Suicide Squad, and more are up to 90% off for a limited time.

Steam is currently offering a notable deal for creative players who enjoy a bit of chaos: Besiege, a physics-based construction sim, is 90% off until July 24 – the biggest discount to date.

If you value tactical depth and historical accuracy in strategy games, Field of Glory II: Medieval might be worth your attention. Usually priced at around $30 on Steam, it’s currently available to download for free.

Xbox Game Pass apparently requires tremendous capital to run. According to new information that has surfaced online, it costs Microsoft more than $50 million to put some games on Game Pass. While we don't know what games cost this much, such titles are bound to be big AAA blockbusters.

If you enjoy Angry Birds and are looking for a light, casual game, Caribbean Crashers might be just the thing – it normally costs $2 but is currently free on Steam.

Sony has announced limited edition PS5 consoles, DualSense Wireless Controllers, and console covers based on its upcoming AAA video game, Ghost of Yotei. The consoles and accessories will be available for pre-order soon and be released in October.

A new species of dinosaur has been unveiled in Jurassic World Evolution 3, and its character may surprise you. But that's not all, because this game also features many new additions.

The Keychron M3 wireless gaming mouse is discounted to just $29.99, and it packs a similar egg shape to the Logitech G Pro Wireless, but improves on the design with a lighter weight, universal compatibility and customisation, and a durable matte coating. The Keychron Prime Day sale ends on July 11 at 23:59 PST (16:59 UTC).

The delay comes as the director previously associated with the title insisted that the game was 'ready for early access release'.

The 8BitDo Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller is now available in two versions — a standard edition and an Xbox edition. Unlike the Xbox edition which works with both Android and Apple devices, the former, which is compatible with only Android devices, is heavily discounted for Amazon Prime Day.

Fantasy General II is currently free to claim on Steam. The turn-based strategy game features all the trappings of a typical high fantasy setting, including epic battles with dragons, giant spiders, armies of undead warriors, and plenty of tactical decision-making. The $39.99 TBS game is free on Steam until July 17.

Nintendo's latest piracy crackdown has claimed a high-traffic source of Switch ROMs. Before the FBI domain seizure, the website linked to files compatible with a Switch emulator. The action follows similar measures taken against emulator developers and distributors of modded cartridges.

Philips is now offering the Evnia 27M2N3800A in Europe. It’s a relatively affordable 4K gaming monitor that can double its refresh rate to 320Hz at lower resolution. Philips also advertises a color-accurate IPS panel with decent brightness at an attractive price.

Dell is now offering two new gaming monitors under the Alienware brand. Both feature significantly higher refresh rates of up to 340 Hz, catering to the most demanding video gamers.

The move comes after Nintendo removed its Nintendo Gold Points rewards program earlier this year.