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Ayaneo confirms a successor to the Pocket Micro (pictured) is coming.

Ayaneo announces Pocket Micro 2 handheld is coming

Ayaneo has revealed that its smallest horizontal handheld, the Pocket Micro will be getting a successor. It hasn't revealed any technical details nor has it shared any images of the device, but that might happen soon.

Habeeb Onawole, 15 Jun 2026 11:57

The ABS Kaze 2 gaming PC uses off-the-shelve parts for easy upgradability.

Deal | RTX 5090 prebuilt gaming PC with 64 GB RAM for price of one RTX 5090: ABS Kaze 2 is $600 off

Nvidia launched the GeForce RTX 5090 at a starting price of $1,999. However, due to the AI craze, the RTX 5090 price shot up quite quickly. Currently, buying an RTX 5090 at MSRP is practically impossible. Newegg is now selling an ABS Kaze gaming PC, which brings an RTX 5090 at a reasonable price.

Fawad Murtaza, 15 Jun 2026 11:07

OmniBook Ultra 14 redesign looks great, but the new keyboard is an unexpected change

Latest HP OmniBook Ultra 14 is an almost perfect successor to the Spectre series

The redesigned OmniBook Ultra 14 this year gets everything right in terms of looks and performance, but the new keyboard layout takes some getting used to.

Allen Ngo, 15 Jun 2026 01:10

The Witcher mobile game is shown

New The Witcher multiplayer game leaks, as a free-to-play PC and mobile RPG

CD Projekt Red looks intent on expanding its presence on smartphones. A report about a new free-to-play multiplayer The Witcher game has emerged. The PC and mobile title would offer an alternative to the story-driven The Witcher 3, with a focus on combat.

Adam Corsetti, 15 Jun 2026 00:56

An image showing a castle in Disciples: Liberation.

Deal | This tactical RPG taking place in a dark fantasy universe is 70% off on Steam

Disciples: Liberation is an RPG where your mission is to explore a world that is as dangerous as it is mysterious. Every choice you make will have consequences, and you’ll need to use the right strategies.

Alexis Stegmann, 14 Jun 2026 22:23

Banner shown for The Legend Zelda: Ocarina of Time Switch 2 remake

Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake info leaks on Google, following Direct Switch 2 trailer

The Nintendo Direct trailer failed to explain how developers will reimagine a classic Zelda game. A Google search result provides hints ahead of the The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake release date. The metadata may suggest that Nintendo will take a conservative approach, as with Star Fox.

Adam Corsetti, 14 Jun 2026 19:38

The 16-inch Predator Helios AI is equipped with an RTX 5090 and 1600p OLED display with 240Hz

Deal | This RTX 5090 gaming laptop with 240Hz OLED just got a big discount

The Acer Predator Helios AI is a flagship gaming laptop with expensive but future-proof components such as the RTX 5090 and an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX. Thanks to a markdown of 14% or $500, the 16-inch notebook is now on sale for its lowest price in a while.

Enrico Frahn, 14 Jun 2026 18:35

Illustrations of different Anbernic retro consoles

Anbernic's retro handhelds just became much easier to repair

Anbernic has launched a dedicated replacement parts program for nearly all of its retro handhelds, allowing users to buy shells, screens, batteries, buttons, rubber pads, and motherboards directly, rather than relying on support requests or third-party sellers.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 14 Jun 2026 15:59

Thin & light with upgradable RAM! - MSI Stealth 16

Video | Thin & light with upgradable RAM! - MSI Stealth 16

MSI already unveiled their next-gen thin & light gaming laptop, the Stealth 16, during CES earlier this year, and finally got the chance to get our hands on a sample to run some benchmarks. So let us see if the sleek 16-incher can compete with the ROG Zephyrus G16, Lenovo Legion 7/7a, or the Yoga Pro 9

Alexander Wätzel, 14 Jun 2026 15:47

The Power Project X Ray Project Flight Deck Wireless Controller has a removable faceplate.

PowerA teases Project X-Ray Flight Deck Wireless Controller for Xbox

PowerA and Meridian GMT are working together on an Xbox wireless controller made for flight simulation. Called Project X-Ray, the controller has a swappable faceplate with markings for aircraft and helicopter controls.

Habeeb Onawole, 14 Jun 2026 15:30

Anbernic's upcoming handhelds might be based on the Nintendo 2DS and Nintendo 3DS.

Anbernic's new handhelds rumored to be based on discontinued Nintendo models

An unconfirmed report has revealed Anbernic is developing two new handhelds that can be described as a modern take on the Nintendo 2DS and Nintendo 3DS. Both handhelds will feature custom displays larger than those on Nintendo's discontinued models.

Habeeb Onawole, 14 Jun 2026 13:13

A vibrant, cyberpunk illustration of Honkai characters diving through a neon-lit digital cyberspace.

HoYoverse commits $14.6 billion to AI ahead of PGC Barcelona

Honkai Star Rail publisher HoYoverse is triggering a massive 14.6 billion dollar in-house AI infrastructure investment over three years.

Darryl Linington, 14 Jun 2026 12:24

A screengrab from Alien Isolation 2

Alien: Isolation 2 adds adaptive AI and a storm-ravaged colony

Alien: Isolation 2 reemerges with a tense Summer Game Fest 2026 demo, shifting the series from Sevastopol’s corridors to a storm-ravaged colony where a smarter, adaptive Xenomorph tracks player behavior across enclosed and open environments.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 14 Jun 2026 11:49

A screengrab from Phantom Blade Zero

S-Game says GTA 6 did not drive Phantom Blade Zero release delay

S-Game has delayed Phantom Blade Zero from September 9 to October 29, with director Qiewi “Soulframe” Liang saying the decision is driven almost entirely by polish, bug fixing, and optimization rather than concerns over GTA 6. Liang says the studio is focused on making the Unreal Engine 5 action RPG run well across a wide range of hardware, including Steam Deck, while avoiding the need for a large day-one patch.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 14 Jun 2026 11:24

The advertised 175 W TGP is only accessible under certain power profiles for the Raider 16 Max AX

175 W GPU in the MSI Raider 16 Max HX averages only 147 W in Extreme Performance mode

We compare and contrast all the confusing power profiles available on the latest MSI gaming laptop. You'll want to know the differences between them if you intend to play any games on the system.

Allen Ngo, 14 Jun 2026 00:29

An image showing a boss fight in Dungeons of Sundaria.

Deal | Rated positively by 74% of players, this action RPG set in a fantasy world is 85% off on Steam

Dungeons of Sundaria is a game that takes place in a fantasy world, where it will be necessary to develop numerous strategies to defeat several enemies. And right now, it is on sale on Steam with an 85% discount.

Alexis Stegmann, 13 Jun 2026 22:58

DualSense PS5 controller seen in front of PC monitor

DualSense PS5 controller gains haptics over Bluetooth on PC, closing gap with Xbox

With DSX v3.2 Beta 01, the DualSense PS5 controller forces fewer compromises on PC users. Advanced haptic feedback is now possible over Bluetooth for more immersive gameplay. Despite Sony supporting the PC with new accessories, third-party software is necessary to activate the feature.

Adam Corsetti, 13 Jun 2026 21:55

A screengrab from a modded version Fallout: New Vegas

Fallout: New Vegas Remaster rumors get bolstered by McFarlane Toys listing

A since-removed McFarlane Toys listing for Fallout: New Vegas-themed figures has renewed speculation that Bethesda may be preparing a remaster of Obsidian’s 2010 RPG. While the merchandise links follow similar Fallout 3 Remastered rumors, the report stresses that no official announcement exists and technical doubts remain over whether Bethesda can produce a New Vegas remaster.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 13 Jun 2026 21:04

The Nintendo Switch 2 console pictured

Nintendo cracks down on Switch 2 scalpers by introducing playtime requirements in Japan

Nintendo is tightening Switch 2 sales in Japan by requiring buyers of the multi-language model to have at least 50 hours of eligible playtime on the original Switch and limiting purchases to one console per Nintendo Account. The policy, aimed at blocking scalpers exploiting regional pricing, follows canceled suspicious orders and comes ahead of a planned U.S. price increase for the console.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 13 Jun 2026 17:44

Siege Survival: Gloria Victis is 90% off on Steam until June 18.

Deal | No heroic saga: Brutally tough siege survival strategy game now $2.50 on Steam

Siege Survival: Gloria Victis is not about glorious battles, but about sheer survival behind the walls of a besieged city. The brutally challenging medieval survival strategy game is currently available on Steam at a record-low price of around $2.50 instead of $25.

Marius Müller, 13 Jun 2026 15:39

The Red Lantern usually costs around $21, but is currently free on Steam.

Deal | $0 instead of $25: Dog-sled survival roguelite now free on Steam

If you're in the mood for an unusual survival adventure, you can currently grab The Red Lantern for free on Steam. The game puts players in the role of a female musher in Alaska and combines survival and roguelite elements.

Marius Müller, 13 Jun 2026 15:21

EA Sports FC 26 is available on Steam at 80% off until June 25.

Deal | Just in time for the World Cup: EA Sports FC 26 hits record-low Steam price

EA recently released “The World’s Game” update for EA Sports FC 26 (formerly FIFA). Now, just in time for the FIFA World Cup, the soccer sim is available on Steam at its lowest price yet – with an 80% discount, bringing it down to around $14 instead of $70.

Marius Müller, 13 Jun 2026 15:14

Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max

Poco X8 Pro Max: Barely faster than the Poco X8 Pro?

The Poco X8 Pro Max offers significantly higher peak performance than the X8 Pro, particularly in CPU, GPU, and AI tasks. Under continuous load, however, the advantage is diminished by strong throttling, while the X8 Pro operates more consistently but more slowly. Is the Max actually worth it, then?

Daniel Schmidt, 13 Jun 2026 15:12

In Forza Horizon 6, players can rack up an absurd number of drift points simply by doing donuts.

Frustrated with drifting in Forza Horizon 6? This trick lets players rack up absurd scores

Many players are struggling with drifting in Forza Horizon 6, but a simple exploit makes it easy to get a 3-star rating. However, not everyone is happy about the trick.

Marius Müller, 13 Jun 2026 13:38

Deal | Everything is 80% off on Steam, and no, it's not what you think

David OReilly's Everything — the award-winning philosophical simulation where you play as literally anything from bacteria to galaxies — is 80% off on Steam at $2.99 until June 19. It's also the first video game to qualify for an Academy Award.

Anubhav Sharma, 13 Jun 2026 13:33

According to a recent leak, Valve has already shipped the Steam Machine to selected testers.

Steam machine reportedly sent to reviewers as embargo date and package contents leak

According to a new leak, the first Steam Machine review units may already have been shipped to reviewers and content creators. The rumored review embargo date and possible package contents have also surfaced.

Marius Müller, 13 Jun 2026 13:25

Promotional cover art for Virtua Fighter Crossroads

Here's why Virtua Fighter Crossroads isn’t called Virtua Fighter 6

Sega’s newly titled Virtua Fighter Crossroads marks the franchise’s first original mainline entry in nearly two decades, with producer-director Riichiro Yamada saying the team avoided the Virtua Fighter 6 name to signal a broader creative reset.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 13 Jun 2026 13:00

An image showing a town and buildings in Frozenheim.

Deal | This city builder set in the Viking Age, loved by 69% of players, is 70% off on Steam

Currently on sale on Steam, Frozenheim is a city builder where you must expand your city and gather resources. But be careful, because the world around you is dangerous, and you’ll have to face various threats.

Alexis Stegmann, 13 Jun 2026 10:44

Official promotional artwork for Wuthering Waves Version 3.4, titled The Dream Not Dreamed.

Wuthering Waves nears 50,000 concurrent Steam players following Cyberpunk drop

Wuthering Waves nears 50,000 concurrent Steam players following its Cyberpunk update as the mobile industry prepares for a major D2C webshop shift ahead of PGC Barcelona.

Darryl Linington, 13 Jun 2026 09:53

A prototype of DOOM running on a NEO Geo AES

DOOM finally inches closer to running on the Neo Geo AES

A new Neo Geo AES DOOM effort has emerged after Modern Vintage Gamer demonstrated a basic raycasting engine on SNK’s famously 2D-focused hardware. The DoomGeo project has since expanded the concept with DOOM-style gameplay elements, including a HUD, weapons, enemies, and visual features that bring the console closer than ever to running the classic shooter.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 13 Jun 2026 09:09

Ex-PlayStation boss hints Xbox consoles will die, with Microsoft prioritizing Windows

A former PlayStation executive expects that Microsoft will dramatically rethink its hardware strategy. Already optimizing Windows for gaming, it could abandon conventional Xbox consoles. Project Helix looks like another step toward this transition, but the memory shortage may spell doom for the hybrid.

Adam Corsetti, 13 Jun 2026 03:39

The Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus for gaming laptops is Intel's direct answer to the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D

MSI Raider 16 Max HX proves Intel Arrow Lake is still a force to reckon with

The latest MSI Raider is one of the fastest gaming laptops available at the moment for users looking to maximum raw processor performance.

Allen Ngo, 13 Jun 2026 00:26

Final Fantasy 7 Revelation PS5 banner is shown

Final Fantasy 7 Revelation called a PS5 exclusive by PlayStation Japan, with Grok to blame

A social media post from PlayStation Japan caused panic among Xbox, Switch 2, and PC gamers. An apparent Grok translation error suggested that Final Fantasy 7 Revelation was a PS5 exclusive. The wording contradicts Square Enix’s announcement of a simultaneous multi-platform release date.

Adam Corsetti, 12 Jun 2026 23:16

Nicolas Winding Refn and Hideo Kojima in a AI generated Prada commercial

Hideo Kojima says AI won’t create real art in his lifetime: "A janitor for creative chores"

Hideo Kojima's comments mark a more nuanced position after criticism of an AI-driven Prada promotional film, underscoring his belief that human creativity must remain central to game development.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 12 Jun 2026 21:10

Ring camera footage of the card lab being robbed

Masked thieves steal $15,000 worth of Pokémon cards in a 40-second raid in California

Masked burglars stole more than $15,000 in high-value Pokémon cards from The Card Lab in Brentwood, California, during a targeted raid that lasted under 40 seconds. The newly opened shop is temporarily closed for security upgrades as police investigate the grand theft and search for the suspects.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 12 Jun 2026 20:47

PlayStation Store mid-year sale brings discounts on a lot of games.

Deal | PlayStation mid-year sale is live with up to 80% off on select games

There’s a huge list of games and add-ons that have been discounted as part of the PlayStation mid-year sale. Some of these are new titles like MotoGP 26 that came out in April, along with some older but popular games like Hunt: Showdown 1896 and ARK: Survival Ascended.

Vineet Washington, 12 Jun 2026 19:17

A picture of Xbox Chief Strategy Officer Matthew Ball from the interview

Xbox's Strategy Chief is painting in-game ads as the next big move in games

Xbox strategy chief Matthew Ball says in-game advertising could become a key tool to offset rising development costs and ease pressure on hardware, software, and microtransaction prices. Drawing comparisons to ad-supported streaming tiers, Ball argues that carefully placed ads could broaden access to major gaming franchises without eliminating premium, ad-free experiences.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 12 Jun 2026 19:03

Xbox Series X and Series S consoles shown

Microsoft may be losing hundreds on each Xbox console sale, despite price increases

Every console purchase is reportedly negatively impacting Microsoft’s bottom line. Even after Xbox price increases, the memory shortage has limited any chance for hardware profits. An insider explains how missteps with first-party games and Game Pass have also failed to offset the losses.

Adam Corsetti, 12 Jun 2026 18:23

Steam Frame shipments have reportedly reached US warehouses.

Steam Frame launching anytime now, as more shipments reach Valve's US warehouses

Valve has had to pivot and adapt to the ongoing market disruptions from DRAM pricing. Things seem to be moving forward now as another large shipment of virtual reality devices has reached its US warehouse.

Vineet Washington, 12 Jun 2026 18:23

Official key art for Zenless Zone Zero Version 3.0 "A Sleepwalker’s Confession."

Zenless Zone Zero version 3.0 locks June 17 Steam release

HoYoverse confirms Zenless Zone Zero version 3.0 arrives June 17, breaking PC ecosystem exclusivity with a native day-one Steam launch and ray-tracing upgrades.

Darryl Linington, 12 Jun 2026 18:22

The Retroid Pocket 6 in 16Bit and Black color options.

Retroid Pocket 6: 12GB RAM version returns with less storage, but same $279 price tag

Retroid has announced the return of a 12GB RAM version of the Pocket 6 Android handheld. The new variant arrives with less storage, fewer colors, but the same price as the discontinued version.

Habeeb Onawole, 12 Jun 2026 16:43

Hearts of Iron IV is free to play on Steam until June 15 and will then remain 80% off until June 25.

Deal | Grand strategy weekend: Paradox hit set during World War II is temporarily free on Steam

Hearts of Iron IV lets players rewrite history and is free to play on Steam until June 15. Those who want to continue after the free weekend can pick up the World War II grand strategy game for $9.99 with an 80% discount until June 25.

Marius Müller, 12 Jun 2026 14:33

SD card collection from our major microSD Express review for the Switch 2 launch

Fastest microSD cards are double the price of microSD Express

Anyone who needs fast, UHS-II-capable microSD cards—for instance, due to new gaming handhelds—will have to pay a lot of money, as our look at the current market shows. However, the significantly faster microSD Express cards are not an alternative either, as they are slower when running in compatibility mode.

Andreas Sebayang, 12 Jun 2026 14:22

Many fans seem willing to accept a 30 FPS cap if it means GTA 6 launches on schedule.

Question about GTA 6 goes viral: Fans don’t care about 60 FPS, they just want the game released

A simple question about GTA 6 has gone viral on Reddit: Would fans rather get the game on time at 30 FPS, or six months later at 60 FPS? For many, the answer appears clear: above all, Rockstar should not delay the release again.

Marius Müller, 12 Jun 2026 14:20

Dice With Death is 60% off on Steam until June 22.

Deal | Balatro with dice: Roguelike with 92% positive reviews drops to $5.60 on Steam for the first time

Dice With Death sends players into a dice duel against Death himself and is currently cheaper than ever on Steam. The roguelike is discounted by 60% until June 22 and now costs around $5.60.

Marius Müller, 12 Jun 2026 14:17

Settlement Survival is available on Steam with a 75% discount until June 25.

Deal | Like Banished, but with more options: survival strategy game drops below $5 on Steam for the first time

Settlement Survival is clearly inspired by the survival-strategy classic Banished, but offers significantly more options. The game is currently available on Steam for under $5 for the first time.

Marius Müller, 12 Jun 2026 14:13

Many cars in Forza Horizon 6 feature special driving modes or additional functions.

Forza Horizon 6: These cars offer special driving modes and extra features

In Forza Horizon 6, players are gradually discovering cars with unique driving modes or visual features. Some models have a dedicated Track Mode, while others can open their convertible roofs. A list of these vehicles is currently being compiled on Reddit.

Marius Müller, 12 Jun 2026 14:05

The Mechanism Gaming Pillow is designed to make handheld gaming more comfortable and help prevent numb arms and hands.

Gaming pillow promises more comfortable handheld gaming in bed without numb hands

An unusual gaming pillow is designed to make handheld gaming in bed more comfortable and help prevent numb arms and hands. A Reddit user tested the accessory for two weeks and gave it a cautious recommendation.

Marius Müller, 12 Jun 2026 13:54

PNY GeForce RTX 5060 Ti OC

PNY GeForce RTX 5060 Ti OC review: A recommendation for Full HD, not always for WQHD

A question of memory. The PNY GeForce RTX 5060 Ti OC provides the Blackwell generation with a compact and efficient mid-range graphics card for demanding Full-HD gaming. Modern features such as DLSS 4 and Multi Frame Generation should open up additional performance reserves, but the limited memory configuration raises questions about future-proofing. We put the PNY GeForce RTX 5060 Ti OC through benchmarks, current games, and practical applications and show where its strengths lie - and where it reaches its limits.

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti

Sebastian Bade, 12 Jun 2026 13:21

Xbox’s next 100 days: Sharma and Booty outline major 'reset'

Xbox is preparing a major “Next 100 Days” reset, with CEO Asha Sharma and chief content officer Matt Booty acknowledging overexpansion, weak profitability, and declining annual revenue despite heavy investment.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 12 Jun 2026 09:22

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