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New information about Nvidia's next-gen GeForce RTX 5090 and 5080 has emerged online (image source: Nvidia)

Leaked Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 specs reveal massive VRAM upgrade; GeForce RTX 5080 still restricted to 16 GB

A new leak has revealed some key specifications of the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080. The former will get 32 GB of VRAM while the latter will have to make do with 16 GB. Both cards will draw more power than their predecesso...

Anil Ganti, 26 Sep 2024 19:33

MSI Claw 8 AI+ may just be a proper competitor to the upcoming AMD gaming handhelds (Image source: Intel and AMD - edited)

Intel Core Ultra 7 258V trades blows with Ryzen Z1 Extreme in gaming handheld simulation

The Intel Lunar Lake laptops are here, and soon, MSI Claw 8 AI+ will debut as one of the first handhelds with the new Core Ultra 200 series. To see how well it may perform, ETA Prime has put the Core Ultra 7 258V against Ryzen Z1 ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 26 Sep 2024 18:27

SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds gaming earbuds (Image source: SteelSeries)

SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds gaming earbuds unveiled with ANC, Qi wireless charging, and more

Up for purchase at $159.99, the SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds bring together active noise cancellation, Qi wireless charging, and instant swapping between mobile Bluetooth and console/PC audio. This piece of audio hardware for gamer...

Codrut Nistor, 26 Sep 2024 18:07

The Samsung Odyssey G5 was launched back in 2021. (Image source: Samsung, Daniele Pelusi on Unsplash, edited)

Deal | 34-inch Samsung Odyssey G5 ultra-wide gaming monitor with 165 Hz refresh rate is now available at big discount

The 34-inch Samsung Odyssey G5 gaming monitor is now on sale at a deep discount on Woot. The ultra-wide monitor features a 1000R curve, a 3,440x1,440 resolution, a 165 Hz refresh rate, and support for AMD FreeSync premium.

Fawad Murtaza, 26 Sep 2024 16:32

The Spirit and the Mouse retails for $19.99. (Image source: Epic Games & Armor Games Studios - edited)

Epic Games Store gives away endearing indie game as part of weekly free game deal

Epic Games has updated its weekly free game giveaway with a popular indie title. Aimed at gamers of all ages, The Spirit and the Mouse allows you to take control of a tiny mouse that is tasked with solving puzzles to restore elect...

Alex Alderson, 26 Sep 2024 13:42

Nintendo Switch video game console (Image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo museum opening next week in Uji, Japan

Scheduled to open its doors to the public on October 2nd, the Nintendo museum in Uji, which is located near the company's Kyoto HQ, is already fully booked for the first two months. The list of items on display includes the iconic...

Codrut Nistor, 26 Sep 2024 11:31

Intel's next-gen desktop GPU has just shown up online (image source: Intel)

Intel Arc Battlemage: Next-gen desktop GPU makes Geekbench debut with 12 GB VRAM

Intel's upcoming desktop graphics card based on the Battlemage architecture has shown up online. It performs on par with a GeForce RTX 4060 and boosts up to 2.8 GHz.

Anil Ganti, 26 Sep 2024 00:25

Assassin's Creed Shadows was originally scheduled to be released on November 12, 2025. (Image source: Ubisoft)

Assassin's Creed Shadows officially delayed to Valentine's Day next year

Ubisoft has officially delayed Assassin's Creed Shadows to February 14, 2025, from its original November 12, 2024 release date. All preorders will be refunded, and future preorders will be compensated with a free first expansion a...

Anubhav Sharma, 25 Sep 2024 19:29

Ghostrunner 2 features fast-paced combat and slick cyberpunk aesthetics in a dystopian world. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Ghostrunner 2 gets massive 70% discount in Humble Bundle sale - cyberpunk parkour hack 'n slash hit drops to just $14.99 for a limited time

Ghostrunner 2 launched in 2023 as a follow-up to the massively successful Ghostrunner, adding vehicles, new combat mechanics, and new game modes to the fast-paced first-person perspective slasher. Humble Bundle has discounted Ghos...

Julian van der Merwe, 25 Sep 2024 19:22

The design shown below shows Lenovo stripping away most of Legion Go's unique features. (Image source: NITTRX - edited)

Lenovo Legion Go Lite: Rumoured gaming handheld refresh revealed in new leak

Lenovo may finally be on the verge of revealing the long-rumoured Legion Go Lite. While the company has said anything publicly yet, the first sighting of the device has now emerged online sporting major changes from the company's ...

Alex Alderson, 25 Sep 2024 18:08

The Dell G15 5530 equips a fairly large 86 Wh battery. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Deal | RTX 4060-equipped Dell G15 5530 with 360 Hz display reaches record-low price once again

The Dell G15 5530 gaming laptop with a Core i7-13650HX and an RTX 4060 GPU has once again dropped to $899.99. The price can be brought down further with a coupon code, making the G15 5530 an awesome deal for gamers who are on the ...

Fawad Murtaza, 25 Sep 2024 16:09

A new Nintendo Switch accessory may be on the way, launching alongside the Switch 2. (Image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo Switch 2 accessory with 24 GHz sensor gets uncovered by recent certification leak

According to a recently unearthed FCC listing, Nintendo might unveil a new accessory alongside its upcoming Switch 2 console. Powered by USB-C, this mystery accessory might serve an interesting purpose in Nintendo's ecosystem, tha...

Sambit Saha, 25 Sep 2024 15:24

2024 Legion Y700 tablet will launch on September 29 in China (Image source: Lenovo - edited)

Lenovo confirms more specs of its new Legion gaming tablet

The 2024 Lenovo Legion Y700 will launch in China on September 29, and the company has already shared some specs through previous teasers. Now, the screen details of the new gaming tablet have been confirmed.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 25 Sep 2024 14:50

Anbernic has expanded the RG35XX SP's colour options to seven. (Image source: Anbernic)

Anbernic RG35XX SP: Anbernic releases refresh of popular retro gaming handheld with Game Boy Advance SP design

Anbernic has now refreshed the RG35XX SP, which is seemingly proving one of its most popular releases of the year. Available to purchase now, the updated RG35XX SP offering represents the second release of the month for Anbernic a...

Alex Alderson, 25 Sep 2024 14:25

Sony has remastered Horizon Zero Dawn with current-gen graphics (image source: Sony)

Horizon Zero Dawn Remaster announced for PC and PlayStation 5

Sony has announced Horizon Zero Dawn is getting a remaster. It will launch on October 31 as a $9.99 upgrade for people who already own the game. Otherwise, it costs $49.499

Anil Ganti, 25 Sep 2024 04:37

The PlayStation 5 Pro will be launched in early November (image source: Sony)

Sony reveals complete list of PlayStation 5 Pro Enhanced launch titles

20 PlayStation 5 titles will be able to take advantage of the PlayStation 5 Pro's superior hardware at launch. It includes a mix of first and third-party titles and some unreleased games as well.

Anil Ganti, 25 Sep 2024 03:38

Ghost of Yotei will launch as a PlayStation 5 exclusive title in 2025 (image source: PlayStation)

Ghost of Yotei: Ghost of Tsushima successor announced for a 2025 launch

The highly-anticipated sequel to Ghost of Tsushima is finally here. Strictly speaking, it isn't a sequel as it doesn't continue Jin Sakai's story, choosing to focus on a new protagonist instead.

Anil Ganti, 25 Sep 2024 02:40

Code from Github files allegedly points towards backward compatibility on the Nintendo Switch successor. (Image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo Switch 2 backward compatibility rumors reinforced by analysis of Switch firmware data

An analysis of Nintendo Switch firmware update 18.0.0, released back in March 2024, reinforces past rumors of backward compatibility for the upcoming Switch 2. Code from GitHub files suggests a unified file system, likely allowing...

Anubhav Sharma, 25 Sep 2024 02:05

Assassin's Creed Shadows is scheduled to be released on November 12, 2024. (Image source: Ubisoft)

Assassin’s Creed Shadows previews reportedly canceled as Ubisoft backs out of Tokyo Game Show 2024

Ubisoft has canceled its online Tokyo Game Show appearance and press previews for Assassin's Creed Shadows - all on the same day - due to unspecified reasons, as per an X/Twitter post by @UBISOFT_JAPAN and an Insider Gaming report...

Anubhav Sharma, 25 Sep 2024 00:24

Sony has sought to challenge established players with a new 480 Hz gaming monitor. (Image source: Sony)

Sony INZONE M10S: New ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP rival arrives but with higher launch pricing

Sony has now released the INZONE M10S, which has arrived alongside the cheaper INZONE M9. While the INZONE M10S utilises the same panel as the ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP, Sony's effort is a fair bit more expensive than its ASUS count...

Alex Alderson, 25 Sep 2024 00:12

Sony markets the INZONE M9 II as being ideal for its latest game console. (Image source: Sony)

INZONE M9 II: Sony launches new 'perfect for PS5' gaming monitor with 4K resolution and 750 nits peak brightness

The INZONE M9 II is one of two new monitors that Sony has announced today. Sporting full array local dimming and a 4K resolution, the Sony INZONE M9 II achieves 750 nits peak HDR brightness, 95% DCI-P3 colour space coverage and a ...

Alex Alderson, 25 Sep 2024 00:11

The Xbox Wireless Controller Ghost Cipher Special Edition has gold triggers. (Image source: Xbox)

Xbox Wireless Controller gets translucent Ghost Cipher Special Edition

While the Xbox Wireless Controller will be missing out on the new translucent top plates available for the Elite 2 controller, it now comes in a new special edition that's see-through. The Xbox Wireless Controller - Ghost Cipher S...

Habeeb Onawole, 24 Sep 2024 23:13

The 15 leaked titles, as per the new X/Twitter post. (Image source: @Renka_schedule via X/Twitter)

15 PlayStation game titles leaked ahead of Sony's State of Play event

As per a new leak, Sony has updated the "State of Play" page on the PS5 PlayStation store. It showcases some upcoming games like Astro Bot, a Horizon Zero Dawn remaster, and Alan Wake II.

Anubhav Sharma, 24 Sep 2024 21:13

The Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 can now be bought in transparent edition via Xbox Design Lab. (Image source: Xbox)

Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 gets transparent faceplates via Xbox Design Lab

Xbox has announced that the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 can now be purchased in transparent variants via the Xbox Design Lab. The faceplates, which are available in six colors along, are designed to give the controller...

Habeeb Onawole, 24 Sep 2024 20:55

Snap Tap comes to Blade PCs. (Image source: Razer)

Razer Blade 18 (2024) unlocks Snap Tap with upgrade to Synapse 4

Razer has announced that it has released a potentially game-changing feature for FPS games with the latest version of its Synapse feature-management software. Accordingly, Snap Tap is now available on more of the OEM's keyboards, ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Sep 2024 20:20

The SUPER5 OLED kit for Nintendo Switch Lite will be available from September 26 (Image source: Taki Udon)

DIY Nintendo Switch Lite mod offers brighter and more vibrant OLED screen

Nintendo is expected to launch the Switch 2 sometime before April 2024, but a new Lite variant is likely a few years away. As for the current Switch Lite, the new SUPER5 OLED mod has just offered it an unofficial screen upgrade.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 24 Sep 2024 17:32

AYANEO hopes to begin shipping the Pocket EVO in November 2024. (Image source: AYANEO)

Pocket EVO: AYANEO re-releases powerful Android gaming handheld with 165 Hz AMOLED display

AYANEO claims to have now released a new version of the Pocket EVO. The truth of the matter is slightly more complicated though, with AYANEO and Qualcomm deciding to present the Pocket EVO as an entirely new device instead.

Alex Alderson, 24 Sep 2024 17:03

The PS5 Pro is expensive, there's not doubt about it. But is it possible to build a PC that can beat a PS5 Pro for the same money? (Image Source: Sony)

How much PC performance can you buy for the price of a PS5 Pro?

CheckMag The PS5 Pro is not cheap by any stretch of the imagination. At $699 (plus $75 extra if you want a physical disk drive), that’s a good chunk of change for a device that only really plays games. So, exactly how much PC could one buy...

David Devey, 24 Sep 2024 16:18

Shirley Curry, "The Skyrim Grandma" ends her YouTube career after around ten years and over 2,000 Let's Plays on YouTube. (Image source: YouTube / Shirley Curry)

Skyrim Grandma bids farewell to YouTube at 88

Shirley Curry, better known as the 'Skyrim Grandma', has earned herself a permanent place in the gaming community with over 1.3 million subscribers on YouTube, but after almost ten years, it's now over. In an emotional video, the ...

Marius Müller, 24 Sep 2024 14:08

Tales of the Shire earns criticism after first gameplay scenes. (Image source: YouTube / Tales of the Shire)

Criticism arises after first gameplay scenes of Tales of the Shire: A Lord of The Rings Game

Tales of the Shire is supposed to let players experience the cozy everyday life of a hobbit. A 16-minute gameplay video gave a first impression of the game, but did not live up to expectations, as the game is torn apart in the com...

Marius Müller, 24 Sep 2024 13:03

Alienware's Pro Headset features a lightweight design, with graphene-coated drivers. (Image source: Alienware)

Alienware Pro Headset debuts with noise cancellation, graphene-coated drivers, and a focus on e-sports

Alienware's new Pro Headset is a premium wireless gaming headset with graphene-coated drivers and active noise-cancellation. At 315 grams, the headset is lighter than many of its competitors, with a commendable set of features pro...

Sambit Saha, 24 Sep 2024 06:02

The Nvidia Tegra T239 SoC allegedly offered better efficiency (Image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo reportedly did not choose an AMD APU for Switch 2 due to battery life concerns

Leaked Switch 2 specs suggest that the upcoming gaming handheld will feature the Nvidia Tegra T239 SoC. AMD reportedly wanted to power the console, but Nintendo didn't move forward with the company due to battery life concerns.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 23 Sep 2024 19:58

Sony plans to show off a bunch of new games tomorrow (image source: Sony)

Sony announces new State of Play event for over 30 PlayStation games

Sony has announced a new State of Play event scheduled for September 24. The live-stream will run for 30 minutes and highlight over 20 PlayStation and PS VR titles.

Anil Ganti, 23 Sep 2024 19:56

New information about AMD's upcoming handheld chip has shown up online (image source: Notebookcheck)

AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme tipped to launch with an 8-core CPU

AMD's upcoming handheld chip, the Ryzen Z2 Extreme, might launch with an 8-core CPU. Unlike its predecessor that used all Zen 4 cores, the Z2 Extreme will come with a mix of Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores.

Anil Ganti, 23 Sep 2024 19:15

Anbernic's next release may be a new set of wireless controllers. (Image source: Bilibili)

Anbernic developing new wireless controller that rips off 8BitDo Ultimate 2C

It seems that Anbernic is about to step away from launching a torrent of new retro gaming handhelds, at least for one release. With October rolling around shortly, early sightings of a new Anbernic-branded controller have now been...

Alex Alderson, 23 Sep 2024 16:44

Sony's 30th-anniversary devices will not start shipping until the end of the year. (Image source: Sony)

Leaker reveals inflated pricing for PS5 Slim Digital Edition 30th anniversary edition

A renowned leaker has revealed how much two of Sony's 30th-anniversary devices will cost. While the DualSense 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Wireless Controller will cost as much as equivalent limited edition DualSense controlle...

Alex Alderson, 23 Sep 2024 16:08

2024 Lenovo Legion Y700 will feature 10,004 mm-square large VC cooler (Image source: Lenovo - edited)

New Lenovo gaming tablet features VC cooler larger than smartphone screen

The 2024 Lenovo Legion Y700 is expected to be released on September 29, and in the latest round of teasers, the company has revealed that its upcoming gaming tablet will feature a VC cooling setup that’s larger than a smartphone s...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 23 Sep 2024 14:46

Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game coming in 2025 (Image source: Tales of the Shire)

Wētā Workshop announces new release date for Tales of the Shire

Announced back in April, Wētā Workshop's Tales of the Shire was supposed to be released by the end of the year. Sadly, a delay to the first months of 2025 was announced earlier this month, without a specific release date. Now, tha...

Codrut Nistor, 23 Sep 2024 14:13

Hero of the Kingdom: The Lost Tales 2 is available for free in the Microsoft Store until September 29. (Image source: Microsoft Store)

Popular RPG adventure goes for free on Microsoft Store

Microsoft is currently offering a free RPG that was only released in 2021. With 89 percent positive reviews on Steam, the game is very well rated.

Marius Müller, 23 Sep 2024 12:14

Miyoo has found space for a pair of joysticks in its clamshell gaming handheld, unlike Anbernic. (Image source: Miyoo via Retro Handhelds)

Miyoo Mini Flip: Anbernic RG35XX SP rival and Game Boy Advance SP lookalike spotted before release

Anbernic's RG35XX SP has proven a success among gaming handheld enthusiasts thanks to its clamshell design. Miyoo still has an alternative in the works though, which is set to launch as the Mini Flip with key differences from Anbe...

Alex Alderson, 23 Sep 2024 00:11

GTA 6 is turning out to be a hot topic of conversation, way before the game's expected launch in Fall 2025. (Image source: Rockstar Games)

More details emerge on GTA 6 leak: Phishing scam targeted Rockstar India employee, revealing major 'Vice Beach' development plans

Some more details about the 2022 GTA 6 footage leak reveal that the hacker used a phishing scam on a Rockstar India employee to gain access to sensitive files. The info also shed some light on the role of Rockstar India in develop...

Anubhav Sharma, 22 Sep 2024 22:26

Powkiddy's latest gaming handheld has a 768p display. (Image source: Powkiddy)

Powkiddy RGB20 Pro: New vertical retro gaming handheld now official with high resolution display and up to 10 hours of battery life

Powkiddy has expanded the RGB20 series with a new option. Previously restricted to the RGB20S and RGB20SX, the series now also consists of the RGB20 Pro that features a comparatively large battery, a high-resolution display and a ...

Alex Alderson, 22 Sep 2024 20:51

AYANEO has also released the Pocket Micro and Pocket DMG this year, both running Android. (Image source: AYANEO)

AYANEO to refresh Pocket EVO later this month with new release

AYANEO has confirmed that is preparing for another new release. Rather than being an entirely new device, it seems that the new release will be a refreshed Pocket EVO, which first landed just last month.

Alex Alderson, 22 Sep 2024 11:02

Radeon 890M can deliver better gaming experience with AFMF 2 (Image source: ETA Prime)

AMD Radeon 890M shown to deliver nearly 2x higher FPS with AFMF 2

The AFMF 2 or AMD Fluid Motion Frames 2 became available for the Strix Point lineup. YouTuber ETA Prime has tested it with the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, and the Radeon 890M can offer nearly 2x higher FPS with the new frame generation tec...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Sep 2024 19:23

The OnePlus 13R? (Image source: Digital Chat Station via Weibo)

OnePlus 13R seems to take iPhone 16 Pro on in new leak

A new Apple A18 Pro gaming test seems to indicate that the new SoC found in the iPhone 16 Pro series is more power-efficient than its current counterparts from Qualcomm and MediaTek. Nothing very unusual about that at this stage; ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Sep 2024 18:42

The Valve Steam Deck (Image source: Marc Herter / Notebookcheck)

Valve is testing ARM64 support for popular games, sparking speculations about new future hardware

Valve seems to be testing ARM64 and Android support on Steam, as per a new SteamDB leak. Popular titles like Left 4 Dead 2 and Garry's Mod are being tested with "proton-arm64" tags, among others. This could hint towards new future...

Anubhav Sharma, 21 Sep 2024 15:52

Sony also forces PC players to create a PlayStation Network account for God of War Ragnarok (Image source: PlayStation)

God of War Ragnarök criticized - Sony forces players to create PSN account again

Helldivers 2 and Ghost of Tsushima already received bad reviews because PC players had to create a PlayStation Network account in order to play. But Sony can't help itself and is also forcing players to create a PSN account for th...

Marius Müller, 21 Sep 2024 13:11

2024 Lenovo Legion Y700 will likely be announced later this month (Image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo showcases its new compact Legion gaming tablet with a matte black finish

The 2024 Lenovo Legion Y700 is expected to debut soon. Previous reports hinted that this new gaming tablet will feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, which the company has just confirmed. Lenovo has also shared the first official images...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Sep 2024 12:45