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SteamOS 3.7.0 Preview brings a handful of welcoming changes (Image source: Valve and Asus - edited)

SteamOS 3.7.0 Preview adds support for more gaming handhelds, delivers desktop-like experience

Valve has officially released the SteamOS 3.7.0 Preview. Codenamed "Pi Day," it brings many changes to the table. That includes KDE Plasma 6.2.5, upgraded Linux Kernel, and, most importantly, support for gaming handhelds other tha...
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 16 Mar 2025 14:34
Fanatical's PlayStation PC games are on sale for a limited time. (Image source: Fanatical)

Deal | Fanatical's PlayStation PC Spring Sale lets you save extra money on the Steam Store

Fanatical is running a spring sale on PlayStation PC games that can be redeemed on the Steam Store. While the games are also discounted on the Steam Store, Fanatical offers them for a lower price tag.
Habeeb Onawole, 16 Mar 2025 10:58
This Humble Bundle game collection will expire on April 4 (Image source: Steam - edited)

7 highly rated Steam Deck games worth over $154 drop to $12 on Humble Bundle

Humble Bundle has added a new collection containing seven well-rated games from Fulqrum Publishing. They are all Steam Deck compatible, have a combined value of over $154, and can be purchased for as low as $12.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 16 Mar 2025 09:16
For the Steam Spring Sale, some great games like Half-Life: Alyx, RoboCop Rogue City, Hitman World of Assassination, and Undertale are currently discounted to their lowest-ever prices. (Image source: Steam - Edited)

These 9 highly rated Steam games are now at their lowest-ever recorded prices

Steam’s Spring Sale has brought acclaimed titles like Half-Life Alyx, Hitman, Undertale, and Starcom Nexus down to their lowest recorded prices to date - perfect for players looking for standout deals.
Anubhav Sharma, 15 Mar 2025 21:03
Zotac shrinks RTX 5000 series coolers with new Solid Core lineup (Image source: Zotac)

Zotac launches space-saving Solid Core RTX 5080 and 5070 Ti GPUs

Zotac has launched the Solid Core series of graphics cards, featuring relatively compact cooling systems that occupy only 2.5 expansion slots in height. The lineup consists of four models: GeForce RTX 5080 and RTX 5070 Ti variants...
Andrew Sozinov, 15 Mar 2025 20:58
Retroid has managed to source a new Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset for the Pocket Classic. (Image source: Retroid)

Retroid Pocket Classic confirmed to feature new Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset on eve of launch

Retroid has confirmed why it has been unable to reveal what Qualcomm chipset powers its new Pocket Classic gaming handheld. Rumours are abound about what the company has in store for its Game Boy Color lookalike though, which woul...
Alex Alderson, 15 Mar 2025 20:25
It is unclear whether the Ayaneo Pocket S2 will retain its predecessor's $399 launch price. (Image source: Ayaneo)

Pocket S2: Ayaneo hopes to redefine Android gaming handheld space with 'latest Qualcomm flagship chipset'

Ayaneo has revealed its third Android-based gaming handheld this month. Having introduced the Pocket Micro Classic and Pocket Ace already, it has now moved on to the Pocket S2, which is set to replace the Pocket S next week with a...
Alex Alderson, 15 Mar 2025 20:04
This may not be the only Ryzen AI Max+ 395 mini PC prototype in the wild (Image source: ETA Prime)

First Strix Halo mini PC test with Radeon 8060S iGPU shows promising gaming performance

Mini PCs featuring the AMD Strix Halo APUs have yet to hit the market. However, ETA Prime was able to secure a prototype featuring the Ryzen AI Max+ 395, and the gaming performance of the Radeon 8060S iGPU looks very promising.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 15 Mar 2025 19:57
The Steam Spring Sale will run until March 20 (Image source: Steam - edited)

Steam Spring Sale: Up to 90% off on popular adventure games with Steam Deck compatibility

Steam's Spring Sale is still on, and many popular adventure games with Steam Deck compatibility are enjoying hefty discounts. A good number of them have seen their prices cut by half or more.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 15 Mar 2025 17:33
Warhammer 40,000: Inquisitor - Martyr is available on Steam with a 90% discount until March 20. (Image source: Amazon)

Steam sale: Action RPG available for $5 instead of $50

Anyone seeking an alternative to Diablo or Path of Exile should check out Steam's Spring Sale. With a 90% discount, the action RPG Warhammer 40,000: Inquisitor – Martyr could be worth considering, even for those new to the 40K uni...
Marius Müller, 15 Mar 2025 13:43
The multiplayer shooter Spectre Divide will be discontinued before the second season. (Image source: Steam)

Multiplayer shooter with $60 million budget shuts down after just one season

Spectre Divide aimed to stand out in the multiplayer shooter market with its Duality System but struggled to keep players engaged. Despite a development budget of around $60 million, the game was shut down after just one season.
Marius Müller, 15 Mar 2025 13:33
Sony is giving away free God of War Ragnarok Dark Odyssey Collection to celebrate 20th anniversary

Sony is giving away free God of War Ragnarok Dark Odyssey Collection to celebrate 20th anniversary

God of War, one of the most recognizable Playstation exclusive franchises, is turning 20 on March 22. To celebrate the occasion, Sony is giving fans some really cool in-game items. Termed the "God of War Ragnarök Dark Odyssey Coll...
Fawad Murtaza, 15 Mar 2025 13:03
Arc 140T vs. Radeon 890M benchmarks: Both a win and a lose for Intel (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Arc 140T vs. Radeon 890M benchmarks: Both a win and a lose for Intel

Our first benchmarks are in for Intel's Arrow Lake Arc 140T iGPU and they don't look too bad against the competing Radeon 890M depending on your point of view.
Allen Ngo, 15 Mar 2025 02:39
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Edition GameCube controller (Image source: Amazon)

New Nintendo Switch 2 leak with possible GameCube controller is exciting Super Smash Bros. Melee fans

Super Smash Bros. Melee fans are adamant that it's the best entry in the series. Now, a Switch 2 leak points to a new GameCube controller to satisfy these retro gamers.
Adam Corsetti, 15 Mar 2025 00:21
The One Pro gaming handheld has received some upgrades (Image source: abxylute)

Abxylute One Pro gaming handheld is powerful and can do more than just emulate

The abxylute One Pro is a new gaming handheld with some interesting specifications. The device is able to emulate Android games but can also be used for streaming content.
Silvio Werner, 14 Mar 2025 21:46
RTX 5090s are short in supply even for system integrators (image source: Notebookcheck, edited)

System integrator shows off massive disparity between Radeon RX 9070 XT and GeForce RTX 5090 stocks

It turns out end users aren't the only ones afflicted by paltry RTX 5090 stocks. Even system integrators are having a hard time getting their hands on one, as exhibited by US-based PowerGPU.
Anil Ganti, 14 Mar 2025 20:55
Starfield logo (Image source: Microsoft Xbox Gaming)

Starfield PS5 release hinted at on Bethesda modding site, as Sony eyes more Xbox exclusives

The number of Xbox exclusives is dwindling. A Starfield PS5 announcement may be imminent after a Bethesda Creations leak. The Starfield mods site briefly showed a PlayStation logo before being taken down.
Adam Corsetti, 14 Mar 2025 20:40
SteamOS was first confirmed to be expanding beyond the Steam Deck at CES 2025. (Image source: @SadlyItsBradley)

Valve’s SteamOS is about to go public—New leak points towards imminent release

New info from a reliable source suggests Valve's SteamOS release is imminent. Code changes hint towards expanded hardware support, which aligns with official reports that SteamOS will soon be available beyond the Steam Deck.
Anubhav Sharma, 14 Mar 2025 20:28
The MyMini resembles an RG40XX V, but with an adapted button layout. (Image source: Game Console)

MyMini launches as latest budget gaming handheld with Nintendo 64 emulation in mind

The Game Console MyMini is one of the more eye-catching retro gaming handhelds released lately. Available for just over $40, the device adopts a button layout that would make it an ideal candidate for Nintendo 64 emulation but for...
Alex Alderson, 14 Mar 2025 19:43
The Logitech G515 TKL gaming keyboard features tactile mechanical switches (Image source: Logitech)

Deal | Logitech G515 TKL gaming keyboard with tactile mechanical switches drops to lowest-ever price on Amazon

The G515 TKL wired gaming keyboard from Logitech has been significantly discounted on Amazon in the US, bringing the price down to an all-time low. This numpad-less keyboard features tactile mechanical switches, fully customizable...
Abhinav Fating, 14 Mar 2025 19:30
The Steam Spring Sale will end on March 20 (Image source: Steam - edited)

Steam Spring Sale: Multiple top-rated Steam Deck games drop under $5

The Steam Spring Sale is live, and with that, many well-rated Steam Deck-compatible games have received a massive discount. As a matter of fact, a good number of them are currently sitting under $5.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 14 Mar 2025 19:16
The MO27U2. (Image source: Gigabyte)

Gigabyte announces release of new 240Hz 4K QD-OLED 27-inch monitor

Gigabyte asserts that its latest 27-inch 4K monitor is the ideal display of its size for the RTX 5000-series era, as it integrates tandem OLED technology on top of its QD-OLED nature. The MO27U2 has a 240Hz refresh rate, supports ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Mar 2025 18:51
The Steam Spring Sale is live from now to March 20 (image source: Steam)

Steam Spring Sale: Ten discounted Souls-like games for gamers seeking a challenge

Here's a list of ten Souls-like games you absolutely must play if you're a fan of the genre. They include a mix of titles from big-name studios and indies, and are guaranteed to entertain you for dozens of hours.
Anil Ganti, 14 Mar 2025 17:16
XFX Mercury AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT OC Magnetic Air (Image source XFX)

Inflated Radeon RX 9070 prices blamed on last minute MSRP drop and AMD rebate program

With declining stock levels, Radeon RX 9070 XT and RX 9070 prices continue to climb. Hardware Unboxed has posted a comprehensive breakdown of why so few GPUs are selling at MSRP. AMD's inadequate rebate program is partly to blame ...
Adam Corsetti, 14 Mar 2025 17:03
Analysts still predict that Nintendo will offer an abundance of Switch 2 units at launch. (Image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo Switch 2 rumoured to 'cost $400 or more' when released

Expectations are high for the Nintendo Switch 2, particularly given the success of Nintendo's original hybrid console. While Nintendo is predicted to have amassed over 8 million launch units, analysts suggest it may have settled o...
Alex Alderson, 14 Mar 2025 16:39
Battlefield 1 is on sale on Steam with a 95% discount for around $2. (Image source: Steam)

Just $2 on Steam: Shooter with nearly 160K positive reviews heavily discounted

As part of the Spring Sale, Steam has a special treat for shooter fans. With a 90% discount, Battlefield 1, considered one of the highlights of the series, is currently available for just under $2.
Marius Müller, 14 Mar 2025 14:20
The Walking Dead: The Telltale Series is available on Steam at a 90% discount until March 20. (Image source: Steam)

Steam sale: Popular adventure drops from $50 to $5

With the Spring Sale in full swing, gamers can take advantage of massive discounts on Steam. If you enjoy gripping stories filled with shocking moments and unexpected twists, The Walking Dead: The Telltale Series might be worth a ...
Marius Müller, 14 Mar 2025 14:07
The OneXSugar will be One-Netbook's first Android-based gaming handheld. (Image source: One-Netbook)

OneXPlayer OneXSugar: Full reveal of unusual Nintendo DS style gaming handheld teased for later this month

It seems that One-Netbook and Sugar Cubes are finally ready to officially unveil their collaborative gaming handheld. Initially showcased a few months ago, the OneXPlayer OneXSugar will utilise a bizarre form factor to offer a hor...
Alex Alderson, 14 Mar 2025 13:57
Steamforged Games is working on a board game adaptation for Helldivers 2 (Image source: Arrowhead Game Studios)

Helldivers 2: New game announced – but not as expected

Helldivers 2 is undeniably one of 2024’s biggest hits, so it's no surprise that fans are craving more explosive Super-Earth action. And they’re getting it, though not on their screens but on the tabletop.
Marius Müller, 14 Mar 2025 13:53
A promotional image for Microsoft's Copilot for Gaming AI companion. (Image Source: Xbox Wire)

Microsoft says Copilot will now help you get good at games

Microsoft has announced Copilot for Gaming, an enhanced AI coach designed to save you time and "Help you get good at games." It can also help you discover new games or ease you back into a game you might have stepped away from for...
Rohith Bhaskar, 14 Mar 2025 11:28
The newly released game "Your Mother" is available with a 20% discount on Steam (Image source: Steam)

Your Mother is available with 20% discount on Steam

Anyone wishing for more love and kindness from mothers can experience it in the new game on Steam, which is currently 20% off. Your in-game mother can be your personal companion and attentive observer while you play your favourite...
Nicole Dominikowski, 14 Mar 2025 11:08
This must-play immersive sim has been discounted on Steam by 80% (image source: Grok)

Steam deal: Epic immersive sim with immense replay value and captivating plot gets an 80% discount

Prey, easily one of Arkane Austin's greatest creations, has been heavily discounted on Steam. It is set in a space station called Talos I, where you have to fight, think and sneak your way past a hostile alien species.
Anil Ganti, 14 Mar 2025 10:48
Scheming Through The Zombie Apocalypse: The Beginning is not your average zombie game, and it is now free to claim on Steam. (Image source: Steam - Edited)

Steam is now giving away a unique zombie game for free

A unique zombie survival game with dark humor is free on Steam until March 18. Scheming Through The Zombie Apocalypse: The Beginning lets you outsmart others to survive instead of fighting the undead.
Anubhav Sharma, 14 Mar 2025 10:43
A promotional poster for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 3. (Image Source: Warhammer Community)

New Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine game announced by Games Workshop

A new entry in the Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine universe is now officially in development. Saber Interactive, the devs of Space Marine 2, will be leading development along with Focus Entertainment.
Rohith Bhaskar, 14 Mar 2025 10:09
A screenshot from TMNT: Tactical Takedown showcasing the turn-based gameplay. (Image Source: Steam)

TMNT: Tactical Takedown is a new turn-based Ninja Turtles game, releasing in May

The game is being developed by Strange Scaffold, known for El Paso, Elsewhere, and I Am Your Beast. It's got one of the more depressing Ninja Turtles stories in a while, taking place in a universe where Shredder and Splinter are b...
Rohith Bhaskar, 14 Mar 2025 09:07
Radeon 860M performing even worse than the Radeon 760M in our first benchmark results (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Radeon 860M performing even worse than the Radeon 760M in our first benchmark results

It's not a great start for the midrange Radeon 860M when it can't even match most older Radeon 760M laptops already in the market. Casual gamers may want to consider the Arc 140V or double-down on higher-end Radeon 880M or 890M op...
Allen Ngo, 14 Mar 2025 03:04
EA Sports College Football logo (Image source: EA)

EA Sports College Football 26 cover leak may predict new features involving coaches and mascots

A leaked cover is already building hype many months before the EA Sports College Football 26 release date. Some gamers wonder if featuring mascots and coaches on the retail box foreshadows popular new features.
Adam Corsetti, 13 Mar 2025 22:53
Doom is one of the most beloved FPS games of all time, and it's now 90% off to reach its lowest-ever price. (Image source: Steam - Edited)

Arguably the greatest FPS game of all time drops to just $1.99 in limited-time Steam deal

Doom - a fast-paced FPS classic - is now just $1.99 on Steam with a 90% discount for a limited time. Packed with intense action, DLC content, and stellar reviews, this deal is available until March 20.
Anubhav Sharma, 13 Mar 2025 22:18
CrossOver 25 should make thousands of Windows games playable on macOS (Image source: Code Weavers)

Red Dead Redemption 2 and other Windows games on macOS: CrossOver 25 gets new features

CrossOver 25 is designed to play Windows games on a Mac, regardless of whether they were purchased on Steam, the Epic Games Store, GOG Galaxy or other platforms. With over 5,000 new improvements, Mac gaming is supposedly easier th...
Hannes Brecher, 13 Mar 2025 21:22
PowerWash Simulator 2 logo (Image source: FuturLab)

PowerWash Simulator 2 may be a Switch 2 game, as fans await the April Nintendo Direct

PowerWash Simulator 2 was not the most likely confirmed Switch 2 game. Still, neat freaks are relishing the possibility of cleaning on the go. With the Switch 2 Direct approaching, publishers may struggle to keep cross-platform pl...
Adam Corsetti, 13 Mar 2025 19:23
Epic Games will return to giving away a game worth $59.99 next week. (Image source: Epic Games & Frontier Developments - edited)

Epic Games Store reveals penultimate free game giveaway of March 2025

The Epic Games Store has lifted the lid on its next free game giveaway of this month. While recent deals have been for cheaper titles, March's penultimate free game concerns a popular construction and management simulation from th...
Alex Alderson, 13 Mar 2025 19:17
Retroid has still not revealed what chipset underpins the Pocket Classic. (Image source: Retroid)

Retroid Pocket Classic: Launch pricing revealed for new Game Boy Color lookalike

Retroid has now revealed when its next vertical gaming handheld will be available and for how much. While a few details about the Retroid Pocket Classic remain unknown for the time being, it has now confirmed launch pricing and of...
Alex Alderson, 13 Mar 2025 18:43
Intel Arc 140V laptops can consume 50 percent less power than the Radeon 890M while providing nearly the same gaming performance (Image source: Intel)

Intel Arc 140V laptops can consume 50 percent less power than the Radeon 890M while providing nearly the same gaming performance

The integrated Lunar Lake GPU holds a massive performance-per-watt advantage over AMD's latest Radeon 890M solution even if the latter is slightly faster on average.
Allen Ngo, 13 Mar 2025 18:30
Epic Games has also thrown in DLC with this week's free game giveaway. (Image source: Epic Games & Playstack - edited)

Epic Games Store throws in DLC soundtrack after starting new free game giveaway

The Epic Games Store is now giving away Mortal Shell, a $30 action RPG game available to pick up for free until next week. The storefront has also quietly thrown in a free DLC soundtrack too that adds a heavy metal flavour to the ...
Alex Alderson, 13 Mar 2025 18:21
The 8BitDo Mobile Clip for the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller works with large smartphones. (Image source: 8BitDo)

8BitDo Ultimate 2 gets its own mobile clip for Android smartphones

The new 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller works with both Windows and Android devices. If you plan to use it with an Android smartphone, especially when on the go, it is best to get a mobile clip. 8BitDo has now released a mob...
Habeeb Onawole, 13 Mar 2025 17:58
The successor to the Anbernic RG556 appears to be in the starting blocks. (Image source: Silicon Den)

Anbernic RG557 rumours surface with other possible Anbernic gaming products spotted

It seems that Anbernic is preparing to release a new gaming handheld after a period of silence. Next up on the list may be the Anbernic RG557, which should be a direct successor to last year's Anbernic RG556 with a Snapdragon G2 G...
Alex Alderson, 13 Mar 2025 17:55
The Retroid Pocket Flip 2 will be available from next week. (Image source: Retroid)

Retroid Pocket Flip 2: New high-end clamshell gaming handheld launching next week

Retroid has now revealed launch information for its next-generation Pocket Flip gaming handheld. Arriving next week, the Retroid Pocket Flip 2 will start at under $200 in a choice of various colour options.
Alex Alderson, 13 Mar 2025 17:51
RTX 50 series prices may stabilize soon as the company is working with partners to improve supply. (Image source: Nvidia)

RTX 50 series prices said to stabilize soon, Nvidia working towards improving supply

Nvidia is gearing up for GDC 2025 and ahead of the conference, it reportedly shared that supply for RTX 50 series cards should improve and prices should stabilize as well. Finally some good news for Nvidia fans.
Vineet Washington, 13 Mar 2025 17:24
YouTuber CryZENx is creating an Unreal Engine 5 remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. (Image source: YouTube / CryZENx)

Demo available: The greatest game of all time gets an Unreal Engine 5 remake

More than 25 years after its release, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time still tops Metacritic’s list of highest-rated games. Now, an ambitious fan is reviving it with a remake in Unreal Engine 5, and a playable demo is already ...
Marius Müller, 13 Mar 2025 16:39
This War of Mine is still available on Steam until March 23 with an 85% discount for around $3. (Image source: Steam)

War from a new perspective: Survival game with 60K positive reviews drops to $3 on Steam

Steam is currently offering a dark survival simulation that stands out with its unique setting. This War of Mine is a war game that puts players in the role of civilians rather than soldiers.
Marius Müller, 13 Mar 2025 16:22

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