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Buyers in Central Europe may soon find even fewer Xbox games and consoles on store shelves. Accompanying the Microsoft Gaming job cuts, the company plans to shut down some distribution networks. Xbox now favors cross-platform digital releases and Game Pass over existing hardware.

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of Toy Story, MSI is introducing a sleek gaming tower with a fitting design. Not just the case, but also the RTX 5070 graphics card, motherboard, power supply and fans carry the theme of the popular animated movie franchise.

Desktop users may be envious of a new deal on the HP Omen Max 16 gaming laptop. The notebook ships with the efficient Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 Strix Point processor. An RTX 5080 graphics card allows the laptop to offer incredibly high framerates at 2560x1600.

MagicX has now released the Zero 40 in a surprise release. Allegedly delayed until June 28, the MagicX Zero 40 can be picked up for $75 with an IPS display tall enough to emulate both Nintendo DS displays simultaneously.

Nvidia will reportedly release an even more gimped, but export-compliant version of the RTX 5090 for the Chinese market in August.

A Reddit user claiming insider access to Subnautica 2 has revealed that the game runs well in virtual reality using UEVR and features a terrifying “Collector Leviathan.” Built on Unreal Engine 5.5.4, the playtest includes gene modification mechanics, deep-sea starts, and returning lore from Subnautica and Below Zero.

The Mangmi Air X is a new budget Android gaming handheld. Equipped with Hall effect joysticks and triggers, the device also features a 5.5-inch IPS display, a decent-sized battery and a Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset.

Microsoft and Meta have teamed up to launch a limited edition Xbox version of the Quest 3S. It features identical specifications to the Quest 3S 128GB model but comes in a new black and green color scheme.

Oppo will launch its first ever device with the updated Dimensity 8450 processor very soon, according to a new leak. It might come in the form of an Android smartphone so dedicated to mobile gaming that it will have its own active cooling system. The "K13 Turbo" is also thought to be unleashed alongside a Pro sibling with the same three colorways and large flat display.

The Crusher PLYR 720 gaming headset is a premium accessory that claims to offer immersive and accurate bass, 48 hours of battery life, and multi-platform connectivity. But, it comes with a premium price tag as well.

Gamers who are unhappy with the price of digital PlayStation games are taking action. In the Netherlands, a consumer advocacy group accuses Sony of preventing competition in its marketplace. The PlayStation lawsuit highlights how digital gaming has led to increasing costs for buyers.

Steam is currently offering an interesting deal for fans of open-ended gameplay: the expansive medieval sandbox Mount & Blade: Warband is 75% off until June 26, available for around $5.

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5050 desktop is now official. It packs 8 GB of GDDR6 VRAM on a 128-bit bus and has a default TGP of 130 Watts.

The Nvidia RTX 5050 laptop GPU has now gone official, as specs and expected performance of the mobile GPU have been confirmed. The key upgrades in the RTX 5050 laptop GPU is more and faster VRAM than the RTX 4050, as well as a wider bus.

AOC has expanded its monitor lineup with the introduction of the U27U3XD. This new model offers two distinct modes, each delivering a different combination of resolution and refresh rate. The company has also incorporated some thoughtful design elements during product development.

The next-gen Xbox and PS6 consoles reportedly rely on AMD's upcoming UDNA graphics architecture, according to details provided by KeplerL2. The UDNA architecture will reportedly bring huge gains in ray tracing and AI performance.

A new Nintendo could be unveiled this summer, and major announcements could be made at this event.

Amanda the Adventurer 3 is about to make its formal launch soon, and ahead of the full release, the developers have added a free demo for the game on Steam. It gives the players an early glimpse into the sequel of a well-rated horror game.

Subnautica fans took to Reddit to discuss the lack of combat and weapons in the upcoming sequel. One of the devs responded to the queries by explaining the choices and also suggested that alternatives to knives will soon be presented.

The purpose of a Switch 2 case is to protect the console from damage. Yet, the dbrand Killswitch is not performing as buyers had expected. The accessory makes Joy-Con attachments less secure and doesn't fit seamlessly in the Switch 2 dock.

SteamWorld Dig is a game all the way from 2013 that was met with overwhelmingly positive reviews from gamers and critics alike. Set in a post-apocalyptic world, this mining game with over 94% positive reviews on Steam is available for free on the platform for a limited time.

The Colorful Smart 900 AI is a brand new gaming mini PC that doubles as an excellent local LLM station, courtesy of its powerful Ryzen AI Max+ 395 'Strix Halo' APU with a massive 128 GB of shared memory. With performance that matches desktop-class discrete GPUs, the Strix Halo-powered mini PC sure does seem rather enticing.

The upgraded Alienware Aurora prebuilt gaming PC models are finally experiencing discounts. In the current deal, the system ships with an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor and 32 GB of DDR5 memory. Although it has some upgrade limitations, an RTX 5070 Ti graphics card makes it a tempting purchase.

Dune: Awakening's Creative Director has delivered an in-depth message addressing concerns about the game's endgame, particularly the PvE vs PvP divide. In response to feedback about PvE players feeling excluded, Funcom is promising changes to ensure all playstyles have access to endgame content.

The first two gaming handhelds with Xbox branding will be launched in a few months. In order to better compete with the Steam Deck, Microsoft is now allowing Steam games to be launched directly in the Xbox app for the first time, and other stores such as Battle.net are also being integrated.

Anyone buying a used Nintendo Switch 2 could be in for a nasty surprise, as some used consoles that are permanently blocked from playing online are already in circulation. Not even a factory reset can resolve this issue.

An in-depth analysis of the Switch 2 has unveiled even more issues with the display. It seems to be less response and blurrier than even the original Switch which raises questions about Nintendo’s decision to go with an LCD rather than an OLED.

With the rising prices of some Nintendo Switch 2 games, this summer may see at least one affordable alternative. Drag x Drive pits players against each other in 3vs3 wheelchair basketball battles. The title supports mouse mode and aims to demonstrate the full potential of the Switch 2 Joy-Cons.

A user shared an excerpt from the Battlefield 6 single-player campaign on Twitter. And the results are already breathtaking.

Naughty Dog could be implementing a deeper RPG progression system in Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet than their previous attempts. The game was first showcased last year at The Game Awards but there is no release date as of yet.

Early reviews for Death Stranding 2: On the Beach are in and they seem to be loving the game. It has received majorly positive feedback ahead of its official general release on June 26.

Acrobatic shootouts, over-the-top gore and a talking banana – My Friend Pedro is as wild as it sounds. This stylish 2.5D shooter is currently 80% off on Steam, bringing the price down to just $4. The deal runs until June 26.

theHunter: Call of the Wild, a realistic, open-world hunting game, is considered by many to be the best of the genre. The game is now part of a big Steam sale and is only $3.99 after an enormous 80% discount.

Rather than focusing on battles or linear quests, this adventure game delivers plenty of humor and diverse gameplay – a combination that’s been warmly received by players. Once Upon a Jester currently holds a 100% positive rating on Steam and is available at a 75% discount for around $3.80.

Blood of Dawnwalker is a dark open-world RPG from former Witcher developers, set in plague-ravaged 14th-century Europe. It blends classic RPG mechanics with parkour movement and vampiric powers. A newly released gameplay trailer showcases over 20 minutes of pre-beta footage.

Nvidia's flagship consumer-grade Blackwell GPU, the RTX 5090 sees prices dip just below €2000 for the first time since its launch

A new collector's statue from The Last of Us has been unveiled. But be warned, as the number of items available for sale is limited.

iFFаlcon Mural 4K UHD TVs combine an anti-glare 144 Hz HDR VA panel with screensavers of AI-generated and historical art, AMD FreeSync Premium for flicker-free gaming, Dolby Vision IQ and AiPQ Pro AI image processing, and Google services.

Suit for Hire is now out of early access, with a full launch on Steam. This one right here is a stylized shooter that features top-down and third-person views, and is available at 40% off until July 4, 2025.

Gamers continue to debate the role of generative AI in game development. Facing higher-priced titles, many buyers object to companies using shortcuts to create assets. Masahiro Sakurai offered his view of what purpose AI should serve when creating games.

New information has been revealed, according to rumors, about the upcoming Tomb Raider game, and not everyone is happy about it.

Both the Lenovo Legion Y700 (4th Gen) and RedMagic Gaming Tablet 3 Pro are available premium compact tablets while the Redmi K Pad is scheduled to debut this month. All three tablets have now been put to the test in popular titles Genshin Impact and Honor of Kings.

The Metro Franchise Bundle has seen a massive discount on GOG. This post-apocalyptic game collection is now down to $9.51 from $59.47, which is a solid 84% discount.

In a potentially major hint at a number of its specs, OnePlus asserts that its upcoming Android flagship killer can sustain consistently high frame-rates in apps such as Call of Duty Mobile (CoDM). The Nord 5's display type and RAM have also been revealed in this official new leak.

Metro Gravity is a solo indie project that mixes the exploration and interconnected map design of a Metroidvania with zero-gravity environments and an intense rhythm-based combat system.