Gaming — PC — February 2nd, 2026

A Super Mario Gospel Medley Defeated Cynthia Erivo For A Grammy
The 8-Bit Big Band nabbed its second Grammy Award for Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Cappella.
February 2, 2026 — Source

Escape From Tarkov Studio Head's New Game Teased With Video, Interactive Website
While no details have been revealed yet, the interactive website for the sci-fi title has a significant amount of backstory to uncover.
February 2, 2026 — Source

id Software's 2D platformers were making "10 times" more money than its early FPS games, and Doom might never have happened if the studio followed the easy cash
Adrian Carmack getting a fright playing Catacomb 3-D is to thank for Doom existing
February 2, 2026 — Source

Latest Steam survey: RDNA 4 enters GPU chart, Intel CPUs make rare gains
AMD lost CPU share in January
February 2, 2026 — Source

New MMORPG Ashes Of Creation In Turmoil Amid Staff Resignation And Layoff Warnings
Steam is reportedly investigating the situation surrounding Intrepid Studios' MMORPG after game director Steven Sharif resigned "in protest" of the management board's decisions.
February 2, 2026 — Source

Over 8 years since a $3.27 million Kickstarter, MMO Ashes of Creation hit with "mass" layoffs after studio founder resigns "in protest"
"I am incredibly dismayed by the situation," says Steven Sharif
February 2, 2026 — Source

This Jet Fighter Game Is Being Built For Players Who Want To Show Off
Devil May Cry meets Ace Combat in this SSStylish aerial combat game.
February 2, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Turkey moves to regulate digital game platforms — Steam and Epic could face access throttling under the new framework
Codes for Soccer Zero are not available during the playtest but will be added at launch, and this is how to redeem them
February 2, 2026 — Source

Turns out Intel's XeSS 3 upscaling works on MSI Claw handhelds, so I'd pop it on your portable ASAP for Multi-Frame Generation tomfoolery
Intel handhelds could get a serious boost.
February 2, 2026 — Source

Gaming — PC — February 1st, 2026

Skyrim lead thinks Starfield "would be talked about like the second coming" if a new studio made it, but "expectations were so much higher" with Bethesda
Skyrim's lead designer Bruce Nesmith suspects that if Starfield were made by a company not called Bethesda Game Studios, it might be talked about like "the second coming."
February 1, 2026 — Source

Steam hit Escape From Duckov gets official crossover with Escape From Tarkov, bringing the two extraction shooter giants together
Quacky extraction shooter Escape From Duckov is now crossing over with the game it's obviously been riffing on this entire time, Escape From Tarkov. (Queue the Spider-Man meme.)
February 1, 2026 — Source

Gaming — PC — January 31st, 2026

AYANEO Pocket Play revealed as gaming phone with slide-out controls, 6.8-inch 165Hz OLED, and Dimensity 9300
AYANEO has shared more details about the Pocket Play, a gaming phone with a side-slide mechanism that hides a full controller under the screen. The company says the phone will use a 6.8-inch OLED panel (2400 × 1080) with a 165Hz refresh rate.
January 31, 2026 — Source

Microsoft update broke ASUS ROG Xbox Ally handhelds softwar
Windows 11 users are reporting that Smart App Control is blocking ASUS Armory Crate on the Xbox Ally lineup, including the higher-end Xbox Ally X. When the control app fails, basic handheld functions get harder to manage, even though the hardware is sold as an Xbox-branded experience.
January 31, 2026 — Source

NVIDIA Actually Has a Major Release Planned for Gamers This Year as Jensen Huang Confirms the 'AI PC' Chip Will Debut With Low-Power, High-Compute
NVIDIA's Jensen Huang discussed the upcoming AI PC chip during his recent visit to Taiwan, reiterating the collaboration with MediaTek on it.
January 31, 2026 — Source

PlayStation Portal OLED tipped for 2026
Sony appears to be aggressively repositioning itself in the portable gaming market for 2026. According to recent leaks, the company is preparing a two-pronged approach: a near-term OLED refresh of the existing PlayStation Portal and a much more powerful gaming handheld powered by AMD's RDNA 5 graphics.
January 31, 2026 — Source

Steam Machine Makes Couch Co-Op Feel Fresh Again: Proton, Lepton & FEX Support
What if one device could redefine how you experience gaming, whether you're a retro enthusiast, a couch co-op champion, or a 4K graphics aficionado? Below, Deck Ready takes you through how Valve's Steam Machine has carved out a unique space in the gaming world, blending versatility with innovative performance. This isn't just another gaming PC, it's a system designed to meet the needs of every type of player, from casual gamers to hardcore enthusiasts.
January 31, 2026 — Source

The best mini gaming PCs you can buy: Expert tested and reviewed
We tested and researched the best mini gaming PCs with processors from both AMD and Intel that pack a big punch into a small package.
January 31, 2026 — Source

Gaming — PC — January 30th, 2026

Asthenia Dark Fantasy Adventure Set in Dying World Showcased
Asthenia is a dark fantasy adventure set in a decaying otherworld plagued by a mysterious corrupting disease. Players step into a bleak dimension ruled by ancient entities, shaped by loss, and slowly collapsing under the weight of an endless war.
January 30, 2026 — Source

AYANEO Pocket Play is a gaming phone with a slide-out controller and 6.8 inch, 165 Hz OLED display
Gaming phones have been a thing for a while now, but for the most part they're touchscreen phones with a few special features like enhanced cooling, RGB lighting effects, and sometimes air triggers.
January 30, 2026 — Source

Baldur's Gate 3 Mod 'Early Access Scenes Restored' Reintroduces 1K+ Lines of Voiced Dialogue
A new Baldur's Gate 3 mod aims to restore several deleted scenes from the game's early access version, which ran on PC for nearly three years before the full launch. Aptly titled 'Early Access Scenes Restored', the mod created by Nexus user HyperspaceTowel has managed to reinject a lot of cut content and even create brand new cutscenes. Here's the overview:
January 30, 2026 — Source

Building a Steam Box in 2026 Is Viable, but Smart Parts and Linux Know-How Win
Is building a Steam Machine in 2026 a forward-thinking move for gamers or a nostalgic revival of a concept left behind? MW Technology explores how advancements in Linux gaming, paired with the latest hardware innovations, are breathing new life into the idea of these custom gaming systems. With Proton allowing smoother compatibility between Windows and Linux games and Valve's Steam ecosystem growing stronger, the concept of crafting a dedicated Steam Machine feels more attainable than ever.
January 30, 2026 — Source

Corsair Galleon 100 SD review: A gaming keyboard and Stream Deck in one
A unique all-in-one for gamers and streamers
January 30, 2026 — Source

Crimson Desert receives a 15-minute showcase of its story and open-world gameplay — revealing additional playable characters and rideable mechs
Pearl Abyss is releasing a series of gameplay overview videos on its upcoming action-RPG, Crimson Desert, starting with a look at its main plot, the world you'll explore, and more.
January 30, 2026 — Source

Crimson Desert's Engine Offers Native 4K/60 FPS and Ray Tracing, Pearl Abyss Focused on Optimization
"Off-the-shelf engines weren't able to deliver the uncompromised vision that the team set forth to create," says Pearl Abyss's Will Powers.
January 30, 2026 — Source

Fanatec and Elgato introduces official Stream Deck plugin for racing sims
Fanatec has officially released its first-party Stream Deck plugin. Available for free on the Elgato Marketplace, the plugin transforms the Stream Deck into a real-time telemetry display and hardware tuning hub for racing sims.
January 30, 2026 — Source

How To Play No Rest For The Wicked Co-op
Here's how to join or invite friends in No Rest For The Wicked
January 30, 2026 — Source

How To Respec In No Rest For The Wicked
Here's what you need to do to respec your character in No Rest For The Wicked (it's a lot)
January 30, 2026 — Source

New Nioh 3 demo available now on PS5 and PC
Team Ninja have been great in supporting their upcoming releases with free demos for all to check out and enjoy. Such has been the case with the Nioh series, offering various alpha, beta and timed-limited demos across its previous two entries. Following the initial Nioh 3 demo from last year, the studio has now released a more complete demo ahead of the game's February release date.
January 30, 2026 — Source

"Nightmare-fuel" '90s horror game suddenly appears on Steam from a brand-new publisher, and nobody's more surprised than the Nightdive lead who's spent "almost a decade" trying to secure the rights
"If it's legit, it's a triumph as The Dark Eye is an exceptionally cool point 'n' click"
January 30, 2026 — Source

Gaming — PC — January 19th, 2026

AYANEO reveals KONKR FIT gaming handheld with Ryzen AI 9 HX 470, 80Wh battery and 7-inch OLED screen
KONKR has teased KONKR FIT, described as the brand's first Windows handheld. A short spec list also points to a 7-inch OLED display and an AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 APU.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Blizzard's World of Warcraft roadmap shares its Player Housing vision of the future — Guild Halls, neighbourhood expansions, and more
In a recent interview, Blizzard revealed plans for World of Warcraft's long-awaited Player Housing for its Midnight expansion.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Fallout: London lead is "really worried" Fallout 5 will use Bethesda's proprietary Creation Engine: "It needs to be overhauled somewhat"
"If they have to upgrade it, that's what they need to solve: get rid of the load screens and allow better optimization"
January 19, 2026 — Source

How to dual-boot Windows and SteamOS on Steam Deck — the best method for native Game Pass and anti-cheat support
Learn how to dual-boot Windows and SteamOS on Steam Deck without losing data, using a safe step-by-step process that avoids common setup mistakes.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Just days after launch, Hytale mods already let you run Windows 95, Minecraft, and somehow even Hytale itself within the sandbox RPG, and Hypixel has questions: "How"
Hytale hasn't even been out for a week, and already the modders are going nuts, with Windows 95, Minecraft, and even Hytale itself running in the Minecraft-inspired RPG.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Linux versus Windows 11: Proton PC Gaming GPU Benchmarks on Bazzite
What if you could move beyond the frustrations of Windows 11 gaming, bloated updates, intrusive data collection, and system inefficiencies, and embrace a platform designed to give you more control? In this guide, Gamers Nexus explains how the Linux-based Bazzite distribution is reshaping gaming benchmarks, offering a compelling alternative to the Windows ecosystem. With the rise of Linux gaming fueled by advancements like SteamOS and Proton, Bazzite stands out as a promising contender, aiming to deliver a smoother and more reliable experience.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Opera's gamer‑centric browser is coming to Steam Deck and Linux — raising questions about whether Windows is losing its grip on PC gaming
With Linux adoption climbing and frustration growing around Windows AI features, Opera GX's Linux plans feel timely and potentially significant for everyday users.
January 19, 2026 — Source

RPCS3 says 70% of tracked PS3 games are now Playable
RPCS3 is an open-source PlayStation 3 emulator for PC. The project targets Windows, Linux, macOS, and FreeBSD, with ongoing work to broaden platform support, including ARM64 builds.
January 19, 2026 — Source

The KONKR Fit is a Ryzen AI 9 Windows handheld from AYANEO
AYANEO has unveiled the first Windows-based handheld from its value-based sub-brand KONKR, called the KONKR Fit. It features an AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 APU driving the computing and graphics, and a fairly sizeable battery.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Valve Bringing Full PC Gaming to Smartphones: Proton with FEX Power
What if you could take your entire PC gaming library and fit it in your pocket? That's no longer a distant dream. Water CS2 takes a closer look at how Valve is transforming gaming by allowing native PC games to run seamlessly on mobile devices like smartphones, tablets, and even VR headsets. Unlike traditional cloud gaming, which depends on a strong internet connection, Valve's approach processes games directly on your hardware, eliminating lag and making sure top-tier performance.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Valve Might Finally Prove PC Gaming Doesn't Have to Be a Pain in the Ass
Hopefully, we'll see even more non-Valve hybrid consoles/PCs soon enough.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Valve slightly relaxes AI disclosure guidelines on Steam
The company now requires developers to say if they use the technology for content generation, rather than "efficiency gains"
January 19, 2026 — Source

Valve Updates AI Disclosure Guidelines To Allow For AI-Powered Tools
The update removes the need for developers to disclose when AI-powered tools are used in the development of games.
January 19, 2026 — Source

What is Bazzite, and is it better than Windows for PC gaming? I installed this trending Linux distribution to see for myself
Let's see if this emerging distro is a threat to Windows, or if it lacks too many features to appeal outside the PC gaming crowd.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Where to find Shadoweave Scraps in Hytale to craft cobalt gear
If you're trying to make cobalt gear you'll be looking for Shadoweave Scraps. Here's where to find them
January 19, 2026 — Source

Gaming — PC — January 15th, 2026

007 takes down First Light PC specs after "older version" mix-up
IO Interactive has published revised PC system requirements for 007 First Light after fans spotted errors in the original chart that circulated earlier this month.
January 15, 2026 — Source

Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade's New Streamlined Progression Features Also Coming to PS5 and PC
First announced for Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch 2, other platforms can also soon max out damage, HP, MP, and more.
January 15, 2026 — Source

New Star Wars Outlaws versions and more hit GeForce NOW today
NVIDIA GeForce NOW is adding Star Wars Outlaws and several other games to the service this week, and is continuing to work towards the upcoming launch of the native Linux and Fire TV apps.
January 15, 2026 — Source

Gaming — PC — January 14th, 2026

GOG's new owner brands Windows as poor quality while he ponders Linux support — "I'm not surprised that people gravitate outside of the Windows ecosystem."
Michał Kiciński has little love for Windows, and as Linux gains momentum, the DRM-free GOG is quietly starting to take notice.
January 14, 2026 — Source

One of the best Xbox Play Anywhere games just got its notorious save bug fixed for Xbox Ally and Xbox PC
Death Stranding for Xbox PC has had a nasty save bug for the past few years, Microsoft, Kojima Productions, and 505 Games teamed up to get it fixed.
January 14, 2026 — Source

Xbox is cooked. Why your next gaming console will be a PC
With Microsoft bored of Xbox, it's now time for PCs to shine where consoles once dominated.
January 14, 2026 — Source

Gaming — PC — January 9th, 2026

Acer's Nitro Blaze Gaming Handhelds Are A No-Show At CES And Here's Why
Acer is gearing up to launch several gaming handhelds under its Nitro banner, including a supersized Nitro Blaze 11 with a 10.95-inch IPS display and detachable controllers. Or is it? All of the handhelds Acer previously announced were a no-show at CES this week, raising the question of whether they've been delayed or outright canceled. So, which is it?
January 9, 2026 — Source

Intel and AMD clash over who will power the next wave of handheld gaming PCs
Intel calls AMD's handheld gaming chips "ancient silicon"
January 9, 2026 — Source

Intel challenges AMD's handheld gaming dominance — reportedly refers to its rival's chips as "ancient silicon"
Intel challenges AMD's dominance in the handheld gaming world, using technology that is "particularly appropriate for gaming."
January 9, 2026 — Source

Intel Core G3 Extreme Panther Lake Chip May Bring 12 Xe3 GPU Cores To Gaming Handhelds
At its CES 2026 presentation, Intel announced both its Core Ultra Series 3 processors (codenamed "Panther Lake") as well as a forthcoming reference platform for gaming handhelds based on the chips. Looking at the available configurations of the Core Ultra Series 3, it certainly seems like these parts are nearly tailor-made for the handheld PC gaming device market. Well, if the latest rumor is correct, there may be handheld-specific SKUs on the way.
January 9, 2026 — Source

NVIDIA kicks off 2026 for GeForce NOW with a new app
NVIDIA is starting off 2026 strong with a handful of new games coming to the GeForce NOW service, and it's even adding a native Linux app to expand the reach of GeForce NOW to more players.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Steam Machine shows up at first retailers, but the price looks like a placeholder
Two Czech e-tailers have surfaced as the latest "price leak" candidates for Valve's upcoming Steam Machine. The numbers are coming from page code and tracking payloads, not from any public checkout flow, and that context matters.
January 9, 2026 — Source

The Steam Machine's Price Might Have Just Leaked And It's Not What We Hoped For
Ever since the Steam Deck landed, gaming enthusiasts have increasingly found refuge in SteamOS. PC gaming, driven by the Linux-based software, is at an all-time high, partly owing to performance woes that come with Windows. Valve's upcoming Steam Machine console was supposedly trying to cash in on the demand, but it seems that gaming nirvana will come at a premium. On Reddit, an individual shared a Steam Machine listing from a retailer's website and dug into the code to find its asking price. It's not good news.
January 9, 2026 — Source

This Star Wars Overhaul Mod Makes Starfield Really Fun To Play
A Star Wars fan has worked wonders with Starfield and added lightsabers and new story content to the mod.
January 9, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Gaming — PC — January 8th, 2026

10 Games That Prove Video Game Graphics Have Come a Long Way
The current generation of gaming hardware has made what once seemed out of reach possible, giving talented studios the scope to deliver truly great experiences.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Acer says Nitro Blaze handhelds are not canceled, but there are no imminent launch plans
As you may recall, in November we reported that neither Acer nor ZOTAC have launched the long-overdue gaming handhelds to the market. Neither Acer not ZOTAC have responded to our emails. However we have an update today from the first company that finally confirms their handheld is indefinitely postponed.
January 8, 2026 — Source

After dominating 2025 with indie drug dealing sim Schedule 1, developer is looking to expand: "By the end of the year, there will likely be 4 people working on Schedule 1"
https://www.gamesradar.com/games/simulation/after-dominating-2025-with-indie-drug-dealing-sim-schedule-1-developer-is-looking-to-expand-by-the-end-of-the-year-there-will-likely-be-4-people-working-on-schedule-1/#:~:text=After%20being%20one%20of%20the%20most%20beloved%20PC%20games%20of%202025%2C%20the%20developer%20behind%20Schedule%201%20has%20announced%20the%20team%20now%20has%20an%20office%20and%20a%20new%20dev%20joining%20the%20team.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Although Not Content Complete Yet, Grand Theft Auto 6's Fall 2026 Release Window is 'a More Real Release Window Than Fall 2025'
Grand Theft Auto VI isn't just one, if not the most anticipated game launching this year on consoles, but a lot seems to ride on its success, being the single most important factor for Take-Two Interactive's Fiscal Year 2027.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Assassin's Creed Characters Arrive In Raid: Shadow Legends Today, See The Launch Trailer
Ezio, Edward Kenway, Bayek, Kassandra, and Basim are heading to Raid.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Ayaneo Officially Releases Its Mini PC AM03
Ayaneo officially launches the all-new Mini PC AM03. Blending artistic design with exceptional performance, the AM03 redefines desktop aesthetics and brings a unique desktop entertainment experience for players. Starting at ¥2,699, Ayaneo Mini PC AM03 is now available in limited first-batch stock.
January 8, 2026 — Source

AYANEO Pocket VERT Rethinks Vertical Handheld Play: Android 14 & 4K Output
What if your next gaming device didn't just fit in your pocket but also redefined how you interact with games? In the video, ETA Prime takes a first look at the new AYANEO Pocket VERT, a handheld gaming console that dares to stand out with its vertical design and innovative features. Designed for both modern Android gaming and retro emulation, this device challenges the traditional horizontal layout of handheld consoles, offering something truly unique.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Beautiful Light is a PvPvPvE Extraction Shooter Where Players Can Also Become Hostile Monsters
Players can either take on the role of operators, complete with "tacti-cool" equipment, or become the monsters that hunt them.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Exclusive: Intel readies Core G3 Extreme and Core G3 "Panther Lake" chips for gaming handhelds, featuring 12 and 10 Xe3 GPU cores
Intel is preparing a Core G3 series aimed at gaming handhelds. The series has not been named by Intel, but the company did confirm it will have new dedicated series for such devices. Intel has not shared specifications, a launch schedule, or performance data. Several companies are mentioned in the official presentation, including Acer, MSI, ONEXPLAYER, GPD, and Microsoft. Perhaps the latter means there's an Xbox handheld in the works, or simply that Microsoft is heavily involved here from the software side.
January 8, 2026 — Source

ExeKiller Gets New Trailer Showcasing Combat, Exploration and its Cyberpunk World
ExeKiller will feature a mix of driving, melee combat, gunplay, and exploration thanks to level design that doesn't hold your hand.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Final Fantasy XIV players face persistent DDoS disruptions during its new savage raid release — 15 MMO outage incidents per day
Final Fantasy XIV's latest savage raid release is being disrupted by repeated DDoS attacks, with US players reporting frequent disconnects, lost progress, and growing frustration.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Four years after it beat Valve to market with its Steam Deck dock, Jsaux now has its sights on the Steam Machine
Jsaux reveals its Steam Machine plans alongside Nordic faceplate stickers.
January 8, 2026 — Source

GameSir Shows Off G7 Pro 8K PC Models & Many New Gaming Controllers
At CES 2026, GameSir debuted its G7 Pro 8K PC controller. Developed in partnership with Aimlabs, this is the Chinese gaming brand's first go at releasing a product that features a maximum 8000 MHz polling rate via a wired connection. TechPowerUp visited the company's booth earlier today, where two variants of the flagship G7 Pro 8K PC model were on prominent display. The fairly standard black Aimlabs Edition was positioned next to a gaudier Champion sample.
January 8, 2026 — Source

GeForce NOW Recaps CES & Announces Early January Game Lineup
NVIDIA is wrapping up a big week at the CES trade show with a set of GeForce NOW announcements that are bringing more ways to play and more games to the cloud. From new native apps for Linux and Amazon Fire TV streaming sticks to hands-on throttle-and-stick (HOTAS) support for simulation fans and a new single sign-on option, GeForce NOW is expanding across devices and making it easier to jump straight into gameplay.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Grand Theft Auto Meets The Dark Ages In This Week's Epic Games Store Freebie
This week's Epic Games Store freebie is like old-school Grand Theft Auto but with horses.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Hytale lead previously told a fan his "dream" feature was still just a dream, but a one-word follow-up suggests it's become a reality: "Actually"
The mere existence of Hytale is ambitious in itself, since the Minecraft-inspired sandbox game was saved from cancellation by original studio Hypixel, with a planned release this month. But after one fan literally dreamed of a version with trees that would actively grow fruit over and over, such a mechanic may now be among the aspirations of the developers themselves.
January 8, 2026 — Source

"If we're publishing the game, 'no f***ing AI assets'": CEO of Manor Lords publisher Hooded Horse bans gen AI art and calls it "cancerous"
Firmly countering the full-throated endorsements of generative AI made by large companies like EA and Ubisoft, the CEO of markedly smaller publisher Hooded Horse, a strategy and simulation specialist known by many for city builder hit Manor Lords, says it's begun explicitly banning gen AI art in contracts.
January 8, 2026 — Source

IO Interactive Publishes Minimum and Recommended PC Requirements for 007 First Light
IO Interactive has officially released the PC system requirements for 007 First Light, its upcoming re-imagining of James Bond's origin story. The title is scheduled to launch on May 27, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2. Alongside the specification reveal, IO Interactive confirmed a close technical collaboration with Amazon MGM Studios and NVIDIA to enhance the PC experience. 007 First Light is positioned as a technically ambitious release, with the PC version benefiting from NVIDIA's latest RTX technologies.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Monument Valley maker Ustwo is now a "PC first" studio
"There is a ceiling to how much you can do on PC and console when you are perceived as a mobile-first game"
January 8, 2026 — Source

Phasmophobia developer launches Kinetic Publishing to "support and champion creativity within the indie space"
Daniel Knight and Asim Tanvir explain their plan to fund two to three indie projects a year up to budgets of £1 million
January 8, 2026 — Source

Razer Is Teasing A Collaboration With One Of The Biggest Mecha Anime Of All time
The popular anime franchise Neon Genesis Evangelion has had several crossovers with the tech world over the last couple of years, and now Razer is teasing a collaboration with the IP. While it's light on details, the brief teaser does hint that Razer will dig deep into Evangelion's signature visual language for its collaboration.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Sea of Remnants, NetEase's 'Ocean-Fantasy' Open World RPG, Reveals New Gameplay and Sets February Test
Today, publisher NetEase and developer Joker Studio (previously known for the F2P asymmetrical multiplayer survival horror game Identity V) unveiled a six-minute gameplay video of Sea of Remnants, the 'ocean-fantasy' open world RPG announced back in June during that month's State of Play.
January 8, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Speedball Exits Steam Early Access on January 27, Rebellion Announces Console Versions
CAN YOU HEAR THE CROWD ROAR? We are pleased to announce Speedball will exit Steam Early Access on January 27 on January 27, following its initial launch in October 2024. Additionally, the game will launch on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 on the same day. Speedball is the revival of the iconic Bitmap Brothers franchise, first launched in 1988.
January 8, 2026 — Source

The Binding of Isaac lead says "I think we will have a few DLCs to make" for upcoming roguelike Mewgenics, but he's "waiting to see" what fans think of the game
The Binding of Isaac's and Super Meat Boy's Edmund McMillen is about to unleash another (hopefully) moreish roguelike onto the world, this time in the form of a tactical game about cat eugenics called... well, Mewgenics, of course. But the cerebral cat-breeding won't end with its launch next month, though.
January 8, 2026 — Source

The Division 3 is "Shaping Up To Be A Monster," Says Series Executive Producer
As for The Division 2: Survivors, Massive Entertainment is looking to subvert the base game's controls and maps in interesting ways.
January 8, 2026 — Source

There's a new Xbox and PC gaming showcase in town that puts games first, while saying no to paid placements — here's where, when, and how to watch it
Crimson Desert, Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy, The Blood of Dawnwalker, Atomic Heart 2, and many more Xbox and PC games will be featured at the New Game Plus Showcase
January 8, 2026 — Source

This Upcoming Horror Game Has You Petting A Cute Kitty To Keep Your Sanity
The 18th Attic is a psychological horror game that's inspired by Fatal Frame, as you take pictures with a Polaroid camera to hunt ghosts. But one unique feature is how you calm down after supernatural encounters--by petting your feline companion in the game.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Tower defense game Bloons TD 6 is free to claim on the Epic Games Store
The Epic Games Store just concluded its massive holiday promotion, which gave away 17 games to PC gamers over a two-week period, including AAA games and indies. Now, it looks like the store is returning to its standard weekly schedule. Today, the giveaway refreshed, with it now offering Bloons TD 6 for you to grab. You have seven days to add the games permanently to your Epic Games Store library.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Gaming — PC — January 7th, 2026

ARC Raiders Went From Free-to-Play to $40 Because of Helldivers 2
"Given how much time they seem to spend in the game, I hope people feel like we've given them value for money," says Patrick Söderlund.
January 7, 2026 — Source or Source

As RAM prices skyrocket and Windows 11 flounders, Linux gains native NVIDIA GeForce NOW support — turning the cloud into a sanctuary for priced-out gamers
Microsoft says Windows is the "Home for Gaming." NVIDIA just brought the best PC games to Linux through the cloud.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora -- From the Ashes Review -- A Satisfying Capstone
From the Ashes is the latest expansion for Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, adding a new area to explore and a fresh story to experience.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Best 2026 Gaming Laptops at CES, from ASUS's Dual OLED Setup to RTX 5090 Muscle
What if your next gaming laptop could completely redefine how you play, work, and create? Jarrod's Tech explains how the latest innovations unveiled at CES 2026 are pushing the boundaries of portable gaming, showcasing devices that combine raw power, stunning visuals, and new designs. From laptops with rollable OLED screens to dual-display setups that feel straight out of a sci-fi movie, this year's lineup isn't just about incremental upgrades, it's about reshaping expectations. With processors like Intel's Core Ultra 3 Panther Lake and GPUs like NVIDIA's RTX 5090 setting new performance benchmarks, these machines promise to handle even the most demanding games with ease.
January 7, 2026 — Source

CES 2026 Demo Footage of NVIDIA DLSS 4.5 Dynamic Multi Frame Generation
NVIDIA DLSS 4.5 Dynamic Multi Frame Generation was undoubtedly the biggest gaming-related announcement made by the world's largest company (by market cap) at CES 2026.
January 7, 2026 — Source

CES 2026: Razer goes all-in on AI with Project Ava and Snapdragon-powered wearables
Razer is using its CES 2026 campaign to showcase its "AI Gaming Ecosystem", moving beyond traditional peripherals and into autonomous digital companions and enterprise‑grade AI workstations. The lineup is headlined by Project Ava, a physical evolution of Razer's earlier AI coaching software, and Project Motoko, an AI‑integrated headset positioned as an alternative to smart glasses for the AI‑driven generation.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Corsair announces Stream Deck-integrated keyboard and new gaming mice
Corsair announced the latest additions to its gaming peripheral line at CES 2026, which includes the Galleon 100 SD Editon keyboard and new versions of the Sabre V2 Pro Wireless mice. They also announced the Corsair MM Pro Control Esports-tuned cloth mouse pad.
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DLSS Preset M Shows Sharper Visuals Than Preset K, But Budget RTX 20 Series GPUs Deliver Even Lower Performance Than Native
What we saw yesterday is also confirmed by a YouTuber. Apparently, only the RTX 40 and RTX 50 series can utilize the latest transformer model.
January 7, 2026 — Source

DLSS Swapper Version 1.2.3.1 Released With Support For DLSS 4.5
A new version of the popular DLSS swapping tool has just dropped, allowing users to replace older upscalers with the newer ones.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Fallout co-creator Tim Cain says "realism" complaints are often caused by game worlds breaking their own rules, something his early RPG Arcanum was meticulous about: "Magic and tech don't coexist"
"Realism gets conflated with consistency. A lot"
January 7, 2026 — Source

Fallout Games See Uptick in Concurrent PC Players in Midst of TV Show’s Second Season
Fallout 3 might have seen the smallest rise among the Bethesda-era games, with 4, New Vegas and 76 getting many more players.
January 7, 2026 — Source or Source

GameSir & Hyperkin Introduce X5 Alteron - World's First Modular Mobile Gaming Controller
GameSir, a leading provider of high-performance gaming peripherals, and Hyperkin, a global leader in video game hardware, announced today a first of its kind, landmark collaboration. Joining forces to unveil the X5 Alteron, the world's first, fully modular mobile gaming controller. Ideal for retro and modern gaming, the Hyperkin x Gamesir X5 Alteron is a controller so innovative, it took the collective forces of two of the most talented hardware design and engineering teams in gaming to bring it to life.
January 7, 2026 — Source

GameSir and Hyperkin Collab to Introduce the X5 Alteron Modular Controller
GameSir, a leading provider of high-performance gaming peripherals, and Hyperkin, a global leader in video game hardware, announced today a first of its kind, landmark collaboration. Joining forces to unveil the X5 Alteron, the world's first, fully modular mobile gaming controller.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Gigabyte Goes Big on AI While Leveling Up PC Gaming
Gigabyte unveiled its "AI Forward" initiative with new AI-capable desktop systems and deskside supercomputers, while also announcing gaming hardware including X870E motherboards, high-speed DDR5 memory, and the AORUS RTX 5090 graphics card.
January 7, 2026 — Source

IO Interactive Publishes 007 First Light's Minimum & Recommended PC Spec Requirements
The PC Specs for 007 First Light are here. Dive into the PC hardware you need to Earn The Number in this re-imagined James Bond origin story.
January 7, 2026 — Source

January's Humble Choice line-up includes Sonic Frontiers; Hunt Showdown and more
2026 is officially here, and seeing as how it's a new month, Humble has another set of games available to claim right now as part of its Humble Choice subscription service. Kicking off the year with a strong selection of titles, January's line-up includes Sonic Frontiers; Hunt Showdown; the Tomb Raider Classic collection and more.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Lenovo Legion Go 2 SteamOS Edition Revealed
The Lenovo Legion Go 2 with SteamOS will arrive later this year.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Lenovo Legion Go 2 (SteamOS) versus Xbox Ally X: Which is the best handheld gaming PC?
The new SteamOS Legion Go 2 offers a very different playing experience from the Xbox Ally X, but which one should you actually buy? Here's how they compare.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Lenovo Legion Go 2 To Get A SteamOS Upgrade To Take On Steam Deck
Gamers clamoring for a more powerful version of Lenovo's Legion Go handheld with SteamOS instead of Windows will get their wish in a few months. At CES, Lenovo announced it's planning to release a SteamOS edition of its second-generation Legion Go, which will ship with the same core hardware as its existing Windows variant.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Lenovo Legion Go 2 Windows 11 versus SteamOS: Which operating system is better for this handheld gaming PC?
Starting in 2026, the Legion Go 2 will have a SteamOS and a Windows 11 configuration, but which one should you buy?
January 7, 2026 — Source

Lenovo unveils Rollable Legion Pro, Legion Go, and more gaming devices at CES 2026
Lenovo has announced its latest array of gaming hardware at CES 2026, expanding its Legion and LOQ line-ups while also teasing an ambitious new laptop concept featuring a rollable OLED display. The announcements span laptops, handhelds, and display concepts designed for gamers, students, and creators alike.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Lenovo Legion Go 2 with SteamOS and Ryzen Z2 Extreme coming this summer for $1200
The Lenovo Legion Go 2 is a high-performance, versatile handheld gaming PC with an 8.8 inch FHD+ display, detachable controllers, and an AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor with 16-core RDNA 3.5 graphics.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Lenovo's Legion Pro Rollable Concept Is a Commitment to Big Screen Gaming on the Go
Between this widescreen gaming concept and the ThinkPad Rollable XD, Lenovo is going all-in on laptops with expandable displays.
January 7, 2026 — Source

NVIDIA DLSS 4.5 in Quality Mode Delivers Better Image Quality Than Native Resolution in Red Dead Redemption 2
Like in the past few years, NVIDIA took advantage of this year's Consumer Electronics Show to make some important announcements. While the company is not launching any new GPUs in the near future, it has announced NVIDIA DLSS 4.5, which features a new iteration of the Transformer model, as well as new Multi-Frame Generation features exclusive to the RTX 50 series.
January 7, 2026 — Source

StarRupture's Early Access Stage Available Now via Steam
Hello everyone! The Creepy Jar team is extremely excited that we can finally say that StarRupture is AVAILABLE NOW in Early Access on Steam! You can explore the vast open world of Arcadia-7 by yourself, host a co-op session for up to 4-players by yourself, or join friends on a dedicated server (currently as an experimental feature). If you encounter any issues, please visit our support page.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Steam revenue hit a record $1.6 billion in December as Arc Raiders led the way
December was also a good month for Detroit: Become Human
January 7, 2026 — Source

SteamOS continues its slow spread across the PC gaming landscape
Legion Go 2 support announced at CES, wide support for Arm hardware coming soon.
January 7, 2026 — Source

'The Market Is Dominated by PC Now': Danganronpa Series Creator Highlights Massive Shift In The Video Games Industry
Although the PC market has significantly gotten bigger over the years, consoles like the PlayStation 5, the Nintendo Switch, and its successor released last year continue to dominate the video games market as a whole in many regions of the world.
January 7, 2026 — Source

The SteamOS Lenovo Legion Go 2 is now official, but there's still a Steam Deck LCD hole in my heart
You could have bought three Steam Deck LCDs
January 7, 2026 — Source

The top-selling new game on Steam is this open-world co-op factory builder with huge Satisfactory vibes, which just launched in early access with 84% Very Positive reviews
StarRupture might be the first surprise Steam hit of the year
January 7, 2026 — Source

There's a new Xbox and PC gaming showcase in town that puts games first, while saying no to paid placements — here's where, when, and how to watch it
Crimson Desert, Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy, The Blood of Dawnwalker, Atomic Heart 2, and many more Xbox and PC games will be featured at the New Game Plus Showcase
January 7, 2026 — Source

"Two Premier Brands. One Mobile Controller" - GameSir and Hyperkin's modular gamepad could take over the market
"A collaborative partner project from GameSir x Hyperkin, merging two industry leaders' expertise for a one-of-a-kind gaming accessory."
January 7, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

What to expect from Valve in 2026: The return of the Steam Machine, a new VR headset, and more Half-Life 3 rumors
Opinion | As we all recover from the latest Steam sale, let's review Valve's ambitious plans
January 7, 2026 — Source

Gaming — PC — January 6th, 2026

007 First Light Needs 80 GB Space on PC as Minimum and Recommended Requirements Revealed
However, IO Interactive hasn't revealed the graphical settings for each configuration or the hardware required for 4K gameplay.
January 6, 2026 — Source

007 First Light system requirements are here, and they are surprisingly reasonable
The James Bond game that the Hitman series developer IO Interactive is building is releasing later this year, and today, the company gave a hint at what PC players will want to have in their rigs to have a smooth experience. 007 First Light has Nvidia as a technology partner too.
January 6, 2026 — Source

007 First Light Unveils Partnership with NVIDIA and Official PC System Requirements
At CES 2026, NVIDIA announced several PC games that will take advantage of its GeForce RTX technologies, and one of them is IO Interactive's 007 First Light.
January 6, 2026 — Source

007 First Light, Screamer Among Games to Launch With Nvidia's RTX and DLSS 4 Support
S-Game's "Soulframe" Liang, as well as developers from IO Interactive have spoken about working with Nvidia to bring in these features.
January 6, 2026 — Source

007: First Light PC Specs Revealed: See If Your Computer Can Run The James Bond Game
IO worked alongside Nvidia on the James Bond game's PC edition.
January 6, 2026 — Source

After 9 years in development and 3 years in early access, sci-fi grand strategy game from the devs behind XCOM's beloved Long War mod launches in 1.0 to 87% "Very Positive" Steam reviews
Terra Invicta is finally ready for launch
January 6, 2026 — Source

ASUS CES 2026 Preview -- The Outrageous, The Respectable, and The Innovative
Back in December 2025, before CES 2026 really kicked off, ASUS invited Wccftech and other members of the press to downtown Toronto for a sneak preview at what ASUS would be bringing to the coming show in Las Vegas. It was an afternoon packed with information and a look at ASUS's lineup of 2026 products, and as you might imagine, there were more than a few intriguing devices shown off.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Asus reveals next-gen displays, new gaming peripherals and WiFi 8 devices
Ahead of CES, members of the European Hardware Association, including KitGuru, were invited to Asus HQ to get an early look at upcoming gaming hardware. Here, we take you through Asus ROG's next-generation gaming monitors, as well as new peripherals and WiFi 8 devices.
January 6, 2026 — Source

COUGAR Unveils the Evolution of Gaming Hardware @ CES 2026
COUGAR returns to CES with an evolutionary lineup of PC hardware and gaming furniture. By reorienting chassis topology to augment cooling and merging mechanical design logic and aesthetics with ergonomics, our 2026 portfolio focuses on evolutionary design: harmonizing advanced technology with the human experience, shaped for balance, efficiency, and comfort.
January 6, 2026 — Source

How To Play PC Games On Your Android Device In 2026
I never expected to have "play PC games on Android" on my 2026 bingo card. Prior to 2026, PC gaming outside of the pall of Windows was relegated to Linux, like on the Steam Deck. Before the Steam Deck, playing PC games on Linux was laughable. Now, PC games perform better on Linux than they do on their native Windows. Fast forward a couple years, and Android has stepped up to the plate seemingly out of nowhere. To be clear, I'm not talking about playing games on a game streaming service like NVIDIA GeForce Now, Amazon Luna, or Xbox, or streaming from your own rig. Nor am I talking about emulation.
January 6, 2026 — Source

HP Unveils Powerful New Gaming Gear at CES 2026
HP announced at CES 2026 that it's uniting its HyperX and OMEN gaming brands under one name, HyperX. The company unveiled the HyperX OMEN MAX 16 laptop with up to an RTX 5090 GPU, the HyperX OMEN OLED 34 monitor with 360Hz refresh rate, and the Clutch Tachi Xbox controller.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Intel is building a handheld gaming platform including a dedicated chip
Intel is looking to double down on gaming hardware with a new chip and platform for portable gaming devices.
January 6, 2026 — Source

NVIDIA DLSS 4.5 costs 2--3% performance on RTX 50, RTX 20/30 may be hit with 20%+ drops
NVIDIA's DLSS 4.5 rollout is turning a quiet driver-level toggle into a small mess of letters, and early testing suggests those letters can swing both performance and VRAM use depending on the GPU generation.
January 6, 2026 — Source

NVIDIA Releases GeForce 591.74 WHQL Drivers with DLSS 4.5 Support
NVIDIA released the latest version of its GeForce Game Ready drivers. Version 591.74 WHQL introduces support for the new DLSS 4.5 technology the company announced on Monday, which brings an updated DLSS super resolution Transformer-based AI model that offers significantly higher image quality than DLSS 4, which in itself was a leap in quality over the previous DLSS versions that used convoluted neural networks (CNN) based models.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Nvidia's new G-Sync Pulsar monitors target motion blur at the human retina level
Four new monitors promise "effective motion clarity of a theoretical 1,000 Hz monitor."
January 6, 2026 — Source or Source

Pragmata's Path Tracing Enables "Cinematic Visuals" Akin to "High-End Sci-Fi Films," per Capcom
DLSS 4 will also assist in "boosting frame rates, reducing latency, and enhancing overall image quality" across a range of PCs.
January 6, 2026 — Source

PSA: If Fallout Season 2 has you playing New Vegas, these mods are a must — I'll never play without them again
The Viva New Vegas modding guide for Fallout: New Vegas is a must in 2026.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Quake is now Steam Deck Verified
The boomer shooter has also been officially optimized for Xbox ROG Ally handhelds.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Razer's Project Madison: The Future of True Gaming Immersion Introduced at CES 2026
Announced at CES 2026, Project Madison is a groundbreaking concept designed to push the boundaries of gaming immersion. Moving beyond traditional ergonomics, Project Madison enhances what gamers see, hear, and feel, turning the setup from a passive seat into an active participant in play.
January 6, 2026 — Source

"Steam Charts don't measure fun": Splitgate dev says don't sweat the player count after messy Splitgate Arena Reloaded rollout, sitting at 720 players on Steam
"We rebuilt Splitgate from the ground up"
January 6, 2026 — Source

The PC version of 007 First Light requires lots of expensive RAM and VRAM to run at recommended settings
The company just released specs and announced a collaboration with NVIDIA.
January 6, 2026 — Source

You won't see Acer Nitro Blaze handheld gaming PCs at CES 2026 — I asked why, and this is what a PR representative told me
Acer has a wide range of products at CES 2026, but the handheld gaming PCs it announced last year are nowhere to be seen. Are they unmaterialized vaporware? Here's what I found out.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Gaming — PC — January 5th, 2026

8bitDo Reveals Flip-Style iPhone Controller for Portrait Mode Gaming
In time for CES 2026, gaming company 8BitDo is teasing a new controller designed for smartphone users who want to play games exclusively in portrait mode.
January 5, 2026 — Source

8BitDo's FlipPad brings a funky GameBoy-style gamepad to your iPhone
Add a physical D-pad and ABXY buttons for touchscreen-free gaming controls.
January 5, 2026 — Source

AMD Outlines Massive FPS Boost in Avatar: FoP Expansion - Enabled by FSR
Ubisoft and MASSIVE have dropped the biggest update yet for Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora. The From the Ashes expansion takes you into deeper, darker corners of Pandora, where stunning visuals meet intense performance demands. Luckily, the game already packs excellent AMD FSR technologies support, so we will show you how to harness Frame Generation, a core FSR feature, to push ultra-high refresh rates without losing the lush, jaw-dropping world design on your AMD Radeon GPU.
January 5, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Arc Raiders Dev Defends Use Of AI Yet Again
"People have to take a step back and understand what it is and how it can be a big help to developers and be a tremendous benefit to players."
January 5, 2026 — Source

Arc Raiders Player Screaming For Help Gets Frantic Visit From Real-Life Neighbor
The neighbor, apparently a firefighter, just wanted to see if the player needed help extracting from the building.
January 5, 2026 — Source

'Bloodborne is Weird and F*cked Up': Why One Modder is Pushing "Artistic Flair" Against Realism and 'Boring' Ray Tracing Trends
With the improvements made to the ShadPS4 PlayStation 4 emulator in the past year, playing Bloodborne on PC has become a reality even without an official port. The emulation improvements also paved the way for mods that unlock the game's framerate past the 30 FPS cap of the vanilla release and introduced visual enhancements.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Boosting Steam reviews post-release leads to increased conversion rates, says Gamesight
Updates that move rating from from 'Mixed' to 'Very Positive' almost triple conversion rates, according to new study
January 5, 2026 — Source

CES 2026: HP unites OMEN and HyperX gaming brands for future gaming products
It's been several years since HP acquired HyperX from Kingston. During that time, HP has operated its own gaming brand, OMEN, alongside HyperX. Now, the company is consolidating the two, with OMEN products rebranded under HyperX to unify its gaming portfolio across PCs, displays, peripherals, and software.
January 5, 2026 — Source

CyberPowerPC's MA-01 comes with analog color control knobs, woven steel mesh, and slanted airflow -- modern trimmings meet retro design in new curved-glass PC case
Knobs, steel mesh, and slat vents designed to angle airflow toward hot-running components
January 5, 2026 — Source

Defect Is a Stylish FPS With Serious Cyberpunk Vibes
Part-SWAT, part-Dredd, emptyvessel's squad-based shooter is a mix of grisly environments and unrelenting action.
January 5, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Fatekeeper Is an Action RPG Where Your Most Loyal Companion Is a Rat
Fatekeeper has a visually resplendent yet desolate world, a grounded but exciting combat system that encourages self-expression, and a journey shared with a talking rat. What could possibly go wrong?
January 5, 2026 — Source or Watch Video

Honkai: Nexus Anima Story, Trailers, Characters, And Everything Else We Know
Honkai: Nexus Anima is the next installment in the Honkai franchise, and here's everything we currently know about the upcoming creature collector game.
January 5, 2026 — Source

JLab Enters the Gaming Arena with a Full Suite of Innovative Peripherals
JLab, a leader in personal technology, today announced its bold entry into the gaming segment with an extensive range of advanced and affordable gaming products encompassing gaming headsets, keyboards and mice. The new Midnight and Daybreak collections build on JLab's renowned Nightfall products and notable gaming partnerships. With these latest offerings, JLab empowers everyone from casual gamers to dedicated professionals with greater choice and exceptional value.
January 5, 2026 — Source

League of Legends was completely down yesterday unless you reset your system clock, because Riot forgot to update a security certificate
Riot Games may need better internal reminders
January 5, 2026 — Source

Lenovo Legion Go 2 Gets SteamOS Support
The pre-Christmas 2025 rumor mill pointed to a possible unveiling of a Lenovo Legion Go 2 SteamOS variant—likely to take place at this week's CES trade show. Shortly before kick-off time, PC hardware news outlets have picked up on intriguing leaks. A marketing slide—seemingly sourced from a premature JD.com listing—indicates that a slightly revised flagship portable gaming device will "support SteamOS." Furthermore, a translated section states that the AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme APU-powered handheld gaming PC features a "one button switch to Windows Xbox FSE."
January 5, 2026 — Source

Rebel Wolves Unveils Fresh Details on Its Upcoming Action RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker
The January full moon, also known as the Full Wolf Moon, is the ideal time for Rebel Wolves, together with Bandai Namco Entertainment, to share a special video, giving players another taste of what awaits them when the game launches in 2026 on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Schedule 1 and REPO beat out the likes of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Dispatch, and Silksong to be the highest rated Steam games of 2025
If you paid attention to 2025, the game of the year race was possibly at its most predictable, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 being a shoo-in to sweep all the major awards (even Baldur's Gate 3 had Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Alan Wake 2 to contend with). Shockingly, there is one game of the year award that Expedition 33 didn't take home in 2025, that being the highest rated game on Steam.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Starforge Systems partners with Crunchyroll for 2026 gaming PCs
Starforge Systems has come to CES 2026 with an exciting reveal for anime fans, as the company's lineup this year includes a partnership with Crunchyroll for gaming PCs and PC cases themed after the hit anime Chainsaw Man.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Steam Smashes New Concurrent-User Record With More Than 41 Million Online
Valve's PC gaming platform hit a new all-time high in early January 2026.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Terra Invicta Sci-Fi Alien Invasion Simulator Out Now
Hooded Horse and Pavonis Interactive's ambitious sci-fi grand strategy game - and the first game the publisher ever signed - has left early access. Terra Invicta is now available in 1.0 on Steam, GOG, the Epic Games Store, the Microsoft Store, and PC Game Pass.
January 5, 2026 — Source

"This new approach to world generation will redefine the block-game genre": Hytale lead declares "fundamental shift" in how artists and game designers tackle Minecraft-style worlds
"Hytale's vision is to feel carefully handcrafted while remaining infinitely procedural"
January 5, 2026 — Source

What happened to Acer's giant Nitro Blaze 11 gaming handheld?
Acer shook up the handheld space last CES through sheer size alone. Then US tariffs hit.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Wild GPU Pairing Gaming Setup: AMD 8700G iGPU & Intel Arc Pro B50 for Lossless Scaling and Smooth Gameplay
What if smoother gameplay and higher frame rates didn't require a high-end GPU or a bulky gaming rig, but instead came from an unexpected pairing of an AMD integrated GPU and an Intel Arc discrete GPU? It might sound improbable, but ETA Prime outlines how this unconventional combination, enhanced by frame generation technology, delivers impressive results. By using the AMD iGPU for frame generation and the Intel Arc Pro B50 for rendering, this setup achieves a remarkable balance of performance and efficiency, redefining what's possible for compact gaming PCs.
January 5, 2026 — Source

XREAL 1S: Better AR Glasses With Brighter Screens & Lower Price
Announced at CES 2026 for $449, the XREAL 1S brings 1,200p Micro-OLED displays with 700 nits of brightness and the X1 chip that lets you switch from 2D to 3D instantly. The optional Neo hub ($99 now, $119 later) adds a 10,000mAh battery and lets the Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck stream games at 1080p/120Hz without needing docking stations.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Gaming — PC — January 2nd, 2026

AMD And Windows 11 Notch Big Steam Survey Gains To Start 2026
Reflecting back on a year of gaming, Steam's final hardware and software survey of 2025 indicates a couple of interesting trends as 2026 gets underway. One of this is AMD's ability to continue chipping away at Intel's lead, and on the software side, Windows 11 is adding even more distance between itself and Windows 10, at least among Steam users.
January 2, 2026 — Source

AMD closes in on Intel in latest Steam Hardware Survey — RAM capacity continues to rise despite the ongoing memory crunch
Gamers bought memory en masse to beat the memory crunch, while AMD is close to finally overtaking Intel in the gaming space.
January 2, 2026 — Source

ARC Raiders Tops Steam Sales Charts for Final Week of 2025
The extraction shooter was followed by the Steam Deck, along with other games like Battlefield 6 and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
January 2, 2026 — Source or Source or Source

No Rest for the Wicked lead blasts "irreparable damage" to Diablo under ex-Blizzard boss Mike Ybarra, who says "I don't have to work anymore" but "you do" so "chill"
Thomas Mahler of Moon Studios reckons "anyone can look good in Diablo 4 or PoE2"
January 2, 2026 — Source

NVIDIA GeForce NOW Gets 14 New Games in January
New year, new games, all with RTX 5080-powered cloud energy. GeForce NOW is kicking off 2026 by looking back at an unforgettable year of wins and wildly high frame rates. From streams of the biggest blockbusters to new ways to play anywhere, members showed all year what happens when great games meet serious GeForce performance in the cloud. Grab a cozy spot, queue up a game and ring in the new year with GeForce NOW, starting with a fresh list of 14 titles coming to the cloud this January, with 5 available to stream this week.
January 2, 2026 — Source

The Magic Of Peak Is Its Lost-like Lore
Landfall's multiplayer mountain-climber is steeped in lore that goes in every direction.
January 2, 2026 — Source

While Microsoft is obsessed with AI, Valve is stealing PC gaming away
Valve has spent the last decade tunneling into Microsoft's vault. Now, the heist is on.
January 2, 2026 — Source

Windows 11 surges among PC gamers on Steam as Linux stalls — the open-source OS mildly loses momentum after a brief uptick
Windows 11 posts some of its biggest Steam gains yet in December, as Linux cools slightly following an increase seen just one month earlier.
January 2, 2026 — Source

Gaming — PC — January 1ST, 2026

GeForce NOW Kicks Off 2026 with 14 New Games Added Throughout January
Today, NVIDIA sent the first GeForce NOW Thursday blast of the year, revealing the PC games that have entered the library this week and also those scheduled to be added throughout the whole month.
January 1, 2026 — Source

GeForce NOW is gaining support for 14 games in January just as 100-hour play limits kick in
NVIDIA is kicking off the new year with a fresh update to GeForce NOW, bringing in support for a number of more games. Throughout this month, the company plans to bring in support for titles like Pathologic 3, Nova Roma, Guild Wars Reforged, Tavern Keeper, and much more. At the same time, the play limits with paid upgrades NVIDIA introduced last year are now spreading to existing subscribers too.
January 1, 2026 — Source

Total War: Three Kingdoms and Wildgate are free to claim on the Epic Games Store
Celebrating the new year, the Epic Games Store has refreshed its daily giveaway promotion with a double drop today. Replacing Chivalry 2 from yesterday, Total War: Three Kingdoms and Wildgate have landed. PC gamers can grab the game and keep it forever if they claim it before January 8.
January 1, 2026 — Source

Valve's Compact Steam Machine Console Blends PC Flexibility with Sharp 4K at 60 FPS
What happens when a tech giant refuses to back down after a high-profile failure? In 2015, Valve's ambitious Steam Machines stumbled out of the gate, leaving a trail of fragmented hardware, limited game compatibility, and confused consumers in its wake. Many wrote off the project as a cautionary tale of overreach. But Valve, known for its relentless innovation, isn't retreating quietly. With the 2026 Steam Machines, the company is back, and this time, it's armed with lessons learned, innovative technology, and a bold vision to reclaim the living room.
January 1, 2026 — Source

Gaming — PC — December 26th, 2025

Buckshot Roulette hits 8 million sales, console port gets delayed
The horror hit Buckshot Roulette continues to defy the typical trajectory of indie titles. Developer Mike Klubnika and publisher Critical Reflex have announced that the game has officially surpassed 8 million copies sold on PC, an impressive figure for a project that began as a small-scale experimental release.
December 26, 2025 — Source

NVIDIA will enforce a 100-Hour GeForce Now limit in 2026 — while building a PC gets more expensive by the month
NVIDIA's streaming limit isn't new news, but it bears repeating as it rolls out to users old as well as new in 2026.
December 26, 2025 — Source

The best PC games of 2025 (that don't need a graphics card)
You don't need a $2,000 graphics card to play the best new games. Here are ten great new titles from the first half of 2025 that'll run on almost anything, and don't cost much either.
December 26, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — December 25th, 2025

Best PC VR Games: 25 Titles On Steam And Oculus - Winter 2025
Need to find the best PC VR games on Steam, Rift, and Viveport? We've got you covered with our top 25 list.
December 25, 2025 — Source

Nostalgia Unlocked: Reliving My Atari Childhood with Gamestation Go
Commentary: Wander down Gen X gamer memory lane with 200 games, including Pac-Man, Asteroids, Berserk and Centipede.
December 25, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — December 21st, 2025

Bandai Namco confirms PC system requirements for Code Vein 2
Bandai Namco has released the PC system requirements for the upcoming anime-styled action RPG, Code Vein 2. The specifications confirm that aspiring Revenants will need significantly more robust hardware than the 2019 original to play the new game when it launches on January 30th, 2026.
December 21, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

My 2026 New Year's resolution is to finally play these 8 Xbox and PC games in my backlog — mostly because new releases are getting too expensive
From modern hits I skipped out on to revisiting childhood classics, here are my top priority Xbox and PC games from my backlog I plan to finally play and beat in 2026.
December 21, 2025 — Source

Star Wars Battlefront II Gets Community-Led Renaissance with KYBER Launcher Open Beta
DICE's Star Wars Battlefront II launch in November 2017 was notoriously hindered by the loot box scandal. The game's original monetization scheme provided in-game advantages to those who chose to spend real money to expedite unlocks. The developers increased the rate at which players could work toward unlocks simply by playing the game. However, shortly before the release date, a Reddit user calculated that it would still take around 40 hours of gameplay to unlock a hero.
December 21, 2025 — Source

Steam Replay 2025 shows older games dominate playtime, even with releases like Expedition 33
Despite high profile launches in 2025, Steam Replay data reveals that the majority of player time is still focused on recent and classic titles.
December 21, 2025 — Source

Steam's latest update completes the shift to a full 64‑bit Windows client, ending the platform's long reliance on legacy components
The Steam client finally makes the move to 64 bit on Windows, laying the groundwork for better performance, stability, and future updates across PC gaming's largest platform.
December 21, 2025 — Source

Thousands of gamers are installing Bazzite instead of sticking with Windows — and the reasons behind the shift are surprisingly compelling
With weekly installs rising and SteamOS-style usability, Bazzite is quietly carving out a space for gamers tired of Windows friction.
December 21, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — December 20th, 2025

Capcom’s PRAGMATA PC Demo Was Attempted On A Smartphone Equipped With Qualcomm’s Older Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, So It Shouldn’t Be Surprising Why It Failed To Launch
The only way to experience AAA PC gaming on an Android smartphone is through emulation, and we all know how well that typically turns out. Fortunately, there have been a multitude of instances where intricate testing has led to individuals firing up non-native titles on their handsets, but sadly, this is not one of those occasions. One intrepid Galaxy S23 Ultra owner attempted to run Capcom’s upcoming PRAGATA demo, only to encounter an error, which is understandable given that the device features an older Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.
December 20, 2025 — Source

G-Assist is ‘real’: NVIDIA unveils NitroGen, open-source AI model that can play 1000+ games for you
NVIDIA researchers and MineDojo collaborators have published NitroGen, a vision to action model trained on 40,000 hours of gameplay video spanning 1,000+ games. They are also releasing the dataset, evaluation suite, model weights, and code.
December 20, 2025 — Source

If your Xbox or ROG Ally is running hot or stuttering, disabling CPU boost is an easy fix that can make games feel noticeably better — here’s how to do it
Disabling CPU Boost on Xbox Ally and ROG Ally can improve efficiency, reduce heat, and stabilise performance in GPU-heavy games running at common handheld resolutions.
December 20, 2025 — Source

"Last year we were the 'Manor Lords publisher', this year I think we're something more": Heroes of Might and Magic company sold over 4.5 million copies two years in a row
But their 2025 sales were spread out across more games
December 20, 2025 — Source

Steam app is now 64-bit only on systems that support it, 32-bit support enters final countdown — 32-bit users will stop receiving updates in 2026
Valve’s latest client update shifts Steam to 64-bit on Windows systems.
December 20, 2025 — Source

Terminator 2D: No Fate
Terminator 2D: No Fate is uncompromisingly retro, for better and for worse. It doesn’t just borrow the aesthetics of 90s action games — it fully commits to their structure, their difficulty, and their occasional rough edges. If that style clicks with you, there’s a lot to love here: tight level design, a genuine affection for T2, and enough challenge to keep repeat runs engaging.
December 20, 2025 — Source

The LCD Steam Deck is done
The entry-level model is out of stock on the US store and is no longer being produced.
December 20, 2025 — Source

The Steam Deck LCD has been discontinued, making the Steam Deck 512GB OLED the new entry-level option
When Valve introduced the Steam Deck OLED a little over two years ago, the company lowered the price of the Steam Deck LCD with 256GB of storage to $399 and discontinued the lower-spec Steam Deck LCD with 64GB of eMMC storage.
December 20, 2025 — Source

You can force FSR 4 Redstone to work on RDNA 3 GPUs with new workaround for Linux systems — solution requires Proton compatibility to work properly
This mod proving that FSR4 Redstone works with RDNA 3 has got some gamers up in arms with AMD's limitation.
December 20, 2025 — Source

Valve ends 32-bit Steam support as the app becomes 64-bit only
Valve has released a new version of the Steam app for Windows with some important changes, particularly for those still using 32-bit Windows installations. With the latest release, Steam became a 64-bit application, as Valve is dropping 32-bit support. As such, users with 32-bit Windows 10 are now forced to upgrade their systems if they want to continue receiving Steam updates on their PCs.
December 20, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — December 19th, 2025

Bandai Namco Reveals CODE VEIN II PC Spec Requirements. Details Ability Customization System
Blood Codes are the physical manifestation of the power held by an individual Revenant in Code Vein II. It forms the foundation for build customization, determining the user's fighting style, favored weapons, and applicable formae. Since they can be swapped out like equipment, they allow you to change your fighting style at any time by altering your base stats, eliminating the need to reallocate parameters or retrain a character.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Gears of War: E-Day is The Coalition's "Most Ambitious Game" Yet
The Coalition touts the 2026 prequel, which is "entirely built from scratch in Unreal Engine 5", as "a return to our roots."
December 19, 2025 — Source

How to Enable Resizable BAR for Better Gaming Performance on NVIDIA GPUs
Resizable BAR (Base Address Register) (or ReBAR for short) is a modern PCI Express feature that lets your CPU access the full video memory (VRAM) of your GPU directly, removing the old 256 MB limitation and potentially reducing bottlenecks in data transfer between the CPU and GPU in games. When supported by your hardware (CPU, motherboard, and GPU) and properly enabled, ReBAR can improve performance in
December 19, 2025 — Source

I spent 4 hours scouring the Steam Winter Sale with our expert brand director, these are the 10 best games I'd absolutely get
Here are the best Steam Winter Sale games of 2025 to snap up while the offers last
December 19, 2025 — Source

League Of Legends In Line For Major Overhaul - Here Are All Of The Changes So Far
The massive update will include a new integrated client, "entirely new visuals," and a better new player experience.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Lords of the Fallen 2 boss says Epic Games Store exclusivity doesn't matter because the "majority of PC players who want a specific game will buy it" anyway
The upcoming Soulslike is tied to Epic on PC
December 19, 2025 — Source

Major UEFI Flaw Enables Game Cheats On ASUS, ASRock, Gigabyte & MSI Motherboards
A UEFI flaw affecting ASUS, ASRock, Gigabyte, and MSI motherboards allowed potential game cheats. Riot Games discovered and collaborated with manufacturers to release BIOS updates to fix the issue.
December 19, 2025 — Source or Source

My top 14 handheld games I played in 2025 — Indies and AAA titles I recommend for Steam Deck, Xbox Ally X, Legion Go 2, and more
I played dozens of games on my handhelds in 2025, but these are the ones that really stood out to me.
December 19, 2025 — Source

PC gaming growth outpaces console as global market hits $197 billion
Global analytics firm Newzoo has provided an optimistic year-in-review for 2025 in gaming. The broader global picture shows an industry on the rise, driven heavily by a resurgence in PC gaming and the arrival of the Nintendo Switch 2.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Perfect Dark Hit Milestones "That the Client Was Really Happy With" Before Cancellation
Voice actor of Perfect Dark protagonist Joanna Wilton-Regan recounted her time working on the game, and her surprise at its cancellation.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Playing GTA: Vice City In A Web Browser Is Now Possible, Thanks To DOS Zone
If you want to just relive your childhood in your free time, why not try Vice City in your browser?
December 19, 2025 — Source

Riot Games is making an anti-cheat change that could be rough on older PCs
BIOS checks will only affect a limited subset of Valorant players for now.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Samson Aiming for Early 2026 Launch, Costs $25: "An Experience That Truly Punches Above Its Price"
Developer Liquid Swords also confirms that the single-player title will be available on PC first, with console versions coming later.
December 19, 2025 — Source

SAMSON Dev Team Confirms Minimum PC Spec Requirements in Extensive FAQ Article
After all the hype from the announcement, we've seen your questions—and we love the enthusiasm. We've put together this FAQ to answer some of the most common questions we've been getting about SAMSON. From pricing and platforms to gameplay and tone, this should give you a clearer picture of what kind of experience we're building.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Samson Will Feature Elements from Mad Max and Just Cause; Main Story to Last 10 Hours, Side Content Bumps That to 25
07.13.2013
December 19, 2025 — Source

Starfield's Second DLC Reportedly Pushed Back Because Of GTA 6 Delay
The word is out about a closed-door preview of the changes coming in Starfield's second DLC.
December 19, 2025 — Source

The Last Ninja Collection From The C64 Era Hits Steam With Bonus Games
Game preservation is a tricky thing, especially without resorting to emulation or dubiously-obtained ROM files. System 3 Software, however, put in the effort for fans of ZX Spectrum and Commodore 64-era games by bringing its Last Ninja trilogy and a number of its other games to Steam. The games have full support for modern controllers, and according to a conspicuous Steam Deck hashtag in the YouTube video and a number of Steam Reviews, the collection also works well on Steam Deck. It is not, however, officially Steam Deck Verified—at least not yet.
December 19, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The Legion Go 2 might ditch Windows for SteamOS -- and cost less
Faster and cheaper?
December 19, 2025 — Source

The Lenovo Legion Go 2 will allegedly turn into a big Steam Deck at CES, but I'm hoping it'll also be cheaper
The Lenovo Legion Go 2 is fresh on the scene, but we're apparently getting a Steam Deck flavor at CES 2026. By that, I mean a SteamOS version of the best gaming handheld contender could make an appearance during the January tech showcase, but I'm hoping it's a chunk less than the Windows 11 model.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Total War: Medieval 3 lead is "pretty sure" we'll get the strategy game before Elder Scrolls 6, but hopes Bethesda will prove him wrong: "I need it"
Creative Assembly is tackling the sequel after almost 20 years
December 19, 2025 — Source

You can now play Grand Theft: Auto Vice City in a web browser
Grand Theft Auto: Vice City now runs in a web browser thanks to a reVC-based DOS Zone demo
December 19, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — December 15th, 2025

Best Gaming Handhelds 2025: Full Guide for Windows & SteamOS Gamers
Imagine this: you're on a cross-country flight, and nestled in your hands is a sleek gaming handheld that delivers console-quality graphics, buttery-smooth gameplay, and hours of battery life. Sounds like the dream, right? But in 2025, this dream is no longer a fantasy, it's a reality, with devices like the Xbox Ally X, Steam Deck OLED, and Lenovo Legion Go 2 leading the charge. These handhelds represent the pinnacle of portable gaming, but with so many innovative options, the question isn't whether you should invest in one, it's which one deserves your hard-earned cash.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Budget Steam Machine Build: Runs Elden Ring at 60 FPS in QHD Settings
Have you ever wondered if it's possible to build a gaming PC that delivers smooth 1440p performance without spending a small fortune? In a world where high-end GPUs and innovative processors often come with jaw-dropping price tags, the idea of constructing a capable gaming machine for under $350 might sound like a pipe dream. But what if we told you it's not only possible but also surprisingly practical?
December 15, 2025 — Source

Hyperkin Competitor Review: Satisfactory Budget Controller For PC And Xbox
Hyperkin has tons of controllers for popular consoles, including Xbox, Nintendo, and PlayStation, and a lot of those target the budget/mid-range segment. One such new controller arrived this October, offering a layout that is a hybrid of Xbox and PlayStation controllers, but is meant for Xbox consoles and PC. I have always liked the location of analog sticks on the PlayStation controllers, and The Competitor brings exactly that, but you get the Xbox face button layout as you would expect.
December 15, 2025 — Source

If Sony was too late in 2011, the Ayaneo Pocket Play is going to need a time machine to succeed
Where we're going, we don't need controllers
December 15, 2025 — Source

Microsoft shares their hardware recommendations for gaming PCs at any budget
Redmond also has thoughts on keyboards, mice, and headsets for gamers
December 15, 2025 — Source

MSI Claw A8 Nearing Retail Release in USA, Approx. 4 - 5 Months After Launch in Asia
MSI's AMD APU-powered Claw A8 handheld gaming PC seems to be heading to North American shores. Over the past weekend, web sleuths noticed Newegg and B&H Photo Video listings. At the time of writing, a pre-release price tag—$1149—is attached to the territory specific "BZ2EM-070US" SKU.
December 15, 2025 — Source or Source

Ryzen Z2 Extreme--powered MSI Claw appears online — the sticker shock is impossible to ignore
A Newegg listing suggests MSI's next gaming handheld could cost even more than its Intel-powered sibling.
December 15, 2025 — Source

The 25 Best PC Games Right Now
Put your gaming computer to the test with the best PC games out right now, including AAA hits like Battlefield 6 and ARC Raiders, as well as indie darlings.
December 15, 2025 — Source

The Best Games of 2025 — The Windows Central team ranks our favorite titles across Xbox and Windows PC
Hey gang, Jez here with a round-up of our favorite Xbox and PC games for 2025, alongside some strong honorable mentions you should definitely check out.
December 15, 2025 — Source

The Best PC Games (You Should Be Playing)
The Games Defining PC Right Now
December 15, 2025 — Source

Uncharted 4 Director Left Naughty Dog Because He Was "Working Hard at Something That Wasn't Mine"
Bruce Straley revealed this new information just a few days after unveiling his first project since 2016: Coven of the Chicken Foot.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Valve Has the Secret to Playing Your Games Everywhere, and It's Not Streaming
Sorry, Game Pass, but Steam may soon bring your games to every platform.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Valve's long-awaited Half-Life 3 could be a Steam Machine launch title in 2026
2026 could be a massive year for gaming
December 15, 2025 — Source

Valve's "Steam Machine" gaming PC will be in trouble if this RAM pricing crisis worsens — should we expect gamers to foot another unwanted bill from AI-obsessed megacorps?
Rising memory costs threaten the affordability of PC gaming. Will Valve's Steam Machine be the next victim of this grim AI tax?
December 15, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — December 12th, 2025

Former The Last of Us director is happy to be making his own weird game and "not something that you need to do a remaster of in the next 4 years because the tech has already outgrown it"
I wonder what he could possibly mean by that
December 12, 2025 — Source

Gears Of War: E-Day Is Still Coming In 2026, Microsoft Assures Fans
The upcoming Gears of War prequel may have skipped The Game Awards, but E-Day remains on track for next year.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Half-Life 3 hopefuls suffer yet another Game Awards, from a promising trailer that ended up being Control Resonant to a busier-than-usual Domino's branch: "The game was meant to be there"
Depending on who you ask, Half-Life 3's announcement at the Game Awards may as well have been prophesied by the stars. The recent news of Steam hardware and an uptick in activity at the...pizza places near Valve's headquarters seemed to all but guarantee that a dazzling reveal was imminent. Of course, no such announcement was made--how often do Valve really play by anyone's rules or expectations but its own--and now r/halflife is burning.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Hogwarts Legacy
Harry Potter aficionados will thoroughly enjoy attending classes, interacting with students, and learning spells. The Room of Requirement is particularly engaging, offering opportunities to house and breed animals, concoct potions, and upgrade the wardrobe. This secret room also provides extensive customization options, including various furnishings, paintings, and more.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Inside A Simulated Steam Machine: 27 Games Tell The Real Story
The year is 2013. Valve Software, whose Steam digital delivery service has just hit the ten-year mark, has decided it's time to launch a series of gaming PCs, along with a custom operating system. The project continues through 2015 and but doesn't catch on, mostly because the software situation simply wasn't ready. SteamOS at that time could play very few Steam games, and the devices that launched were overpriced and underpowered.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Monster Hunter Wilds Devs Detail PC-specific Improvements, Starting with Steam Version
To all players of Monster Hunter Wilds, title update 4 will be released on December 16, 2025. This update will deliver additional content, including Gogmazios, the first Elder Dragon in Wilds, and the expansion of endgame content with the addition of the Gogma Artian Weapons. In this update we also focus on improving the game's stability and performance, implementing various improvements including CPU/GPU optimization for all platforms.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Nagoshi Studio Announces Gang of Dragon, the Yakuza Creator's First Project Since Forming His New Studio
Yakuza creator Toshihiro Nagoshi left SEGA in 2021 after 32 years with the publisher, and announced his new studio, Nagoshi Studios, which he formed in partnership with NetEase a year later in 2022. Now, at The Game Awards 2025, Nagoshi Studio has announced its debut project, Gang of Dragon.
December 12, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

NO LAW, from the Makers of The Ascent, Is a 1st Person Open World Shooter RPG Very Reminiscent of Cyberpunk 2077
As teased in the past few days, Swedish developer Neon Giant, known for 2021's The Ascent, has revealed a new game called NO LAW during The Game Awards 2025. While The Ascent was an isometric twin-stick shooter, though, this upcoming game is a first-person open world shooter roleplaying game that, at least on the surface, is highly reminiscent of CD Projekt RED's Cyberpunk 2077.
December 12, 2025 — Source

No Man's Sky fans waiting for news on follow-up Light No Fire going through it after The Game Awards sent hopes soaring before immediately crushing them: "It's official, we wait for next year"
Light No Fire was seen at the awards show... in the form of a shirt
December 12, 2025 — Source

ROUTINE Review -- The Moon's Haunted?
ROUTINE is finally out after spending over a decade in development. Check out our review to see if it was worth the wait.
December 12, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The best PC games of 2025 (that don't need a graphics card)
You don't need a $2,000 graphics card to play the best new games. Here are ten great new titles from the first half of 2025 that'll run on almost anything, and don't cost much either.
December 12, 2025 — Source

This latest handheld gaming PC channels the spirit of one of my all‑time favorite smartphones, blending nostalgia with power
From favorite phone to handheld PC — AYANEO connects past and future, proving nostalgia is the ultimate design flex.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Witchfire Surpasses 500K Units Sold, Gets 'The Reckoning' Update
A major new update titled 'The Reckoning' is also now live. The Reckoning takes Witchfire's combat beyond pure gunplay by introducing four new melee weapons, including a Morgenstern, Katar, and Shield. These provide players with powerful alternatives to the default fist and offer unique abilities or utility that witch hunters can seamlessly incorporate into their gunplay.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — December 11th, 2025

Battlefield 6 Devs Lay Out Game Plan After Winter Offensive Update Introduces Widespread Issues Across PC and Consoles
Break out the repair tool.
December 11, 2025 — Source

Capcom Promises Further Optimizations for Monster Hunter Wilds PC Version in 2026
Capcom's slightly delayed end-of-year showcase aired earlier today, with one short segment focusing on an updated version of Monster Hunter Wilds. The long-running ARPG franchise's latest entry was launched across multiple platforms just over nine months ago. Prior to widespread release, a few reviewers reported major performance issues on modern consoles and PCs. Even highly-specced systems were stressed by Capcom's RE Engine-based flagship fantasy title.
December 11, 2025 — Source or Watch Video or Watch Video

From Despelote to Ooo, the best games under 2 hours of 2025 are truly timely
As much as I love being engrossed in games that are dozens of hours long, sometimes I crave the exact opposite. I want to flop on the sofa and play a short, punchy game in one sitting. It's the satisfaction found in watching a great movie or eating a nice meal, something that's worth my time, but under two hours long. Thankfully, there are plenty of fantastic games released this year that aren't a major time sink, so we've whittled down a mighty list to just five of the very best ones.
December 11, 2025 — Source

Frostpunk 1886 Director Believes UE5 Upgrade Path is Not a Simple Remastering of OG Title
Hello Citizens! We are coming back to you with another update regarding the upcoming Frostpunk 1886. Your warm welcome to the title, after the last announcement, gave us the heat we needed to launch our generators, and we would like to show you yet another tease of what the team has been working on. We don't want to spoil too much, so check out our new video with Maciej Sułecki—Game Director of Frostpunk 1886—revealed during the recent 11 bit studios Digital Showcase event.
December 11, 2025 — Source

GeForce NOW members can stream Skate Story and get a free Arc Raiders gift
GeForce NOW has confirmed the list of games coming to the service this week, which includes the recently released Skate Story and a handful of other titles. NVIDIA is also handing out a neat little gift for its members who play Arc Raiders.
December 11, 2025 — Source

Microsoft outlines 2026 Windows 11 roadmap focused on gaming performance
Microsoft has revealed its strategic vision for Windows 11 in 2026, positioning the coming year as a period of intense optimisation rather than just feature expansion. In a recent blog post, the company emphasised a commitment to refining the core system behaviours that impact gaming, specifically targeting background workload management, power scheduling, and the graphics stack.
December 11, 2025 — Source

Peak devs admit to committing a "cardinal sin of game development," but their excuse is the viral co-op climbing game was just supposed to be a game jam project
Expected for a game first made in four weeks or so
December 11, 2025 — Source

Remember Google Stadia? Steam finally made its gamepad worth rescuing
Save it from the Google Graveyard!
December 11, 2025 — Source

Total War's new Warcore engine will power Total War: Medieval 3, bring the strategy series to console, and restore modding: "We want to put these tools in the hands of players"
Big Preview | Core tech director Roberto Geroli and art tech director Ellie Koorlander explain how Warcore will benefit the average Total War player
December 11, 2025 — Source

World of Warcraft devs were going to fix the MMO's floating houses, but "we all kinda immediately agreed this was way too cool to change"
Blizzard considered it, but...
December 11, 2025 — Source

World of Warcraft Players Figured Out How to Make Flying Houses, and Blizzard Has Given Them Its Official Seal of Approval
Not in Kansas anymore.
December 11, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — December 5th, 2025

A "Truly Special" New Total War Game Will Be Revealed At The Game Awards
"It's a project long in the making that will mark a revolutionary new chapter for the Total War franchise."
December 5, 2025 — Source

Assetto Corsa EVO Gets 10 New Cars, 5 New Tracks and Physics Improvements in Latest Update
Along with this, the update also brought with it the Daily Racing Portal that can be accessed through a new in-game menu or website.
December 5, 2025 — Source

AYANEO's Pocket DMG now comes in a limited Bright Silver color
When it comes to handhelds, no company has more to offer than AYANEO, it seems, which has just launched a new limited edition color of its Pocket DMG retro vertical handheld. The Game Boy-style handheld is now offered in what AYANEO is calling Bright Silver. Since this is a limited edition item, stock is likely lower and won't last as long as the other Pocket DMG colors.
December 5, 2025 — Source or Source

Build your gaming PC on budget: 5 ways to avoid overspending
Build your gaming PC on budget: 5 ways to avoid overspending
December 5, 2025 — Source

Cognition Europe's Sci-Fi Narrative Adventure and Exploration Game Lunar Strike Coming in May 2026
Independent studio, Cognition Europe, has announced its debut title, sci-fi narrative adventure and exploration game, Lunar Strike, will lift-off in May 2026. Set to land on PC and console platforms, Lunar Strike is available to wishlist now on Steam, and sees players on a mission to preserve humanity's lunar legacy as it faces annihilation from the heavens.
December 5, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

December's Humble Choice Lineup Is Live, Featuring Nine Sols, Streets of Rage 4, and More
Start off 2026 with some brand new games in your PC library.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Hytale lead isn't putting his Minecraft competitor on Steam at launch because "everything is wrong" with it, and Palworld lead "totally" understands his hesitance
"In time your honesty and willingness to be transparent will make you guys one of the most beloved around"
December 5, 2025 — Source

Looks like the Asus ROG Ally just got discontinued, but it's at least down to a price I'd pay
The ROG Xbox Ally has replaced my favorite handheld PC at Best Buy.
December 5, 2025 — Source

"Medieval 3 is, in some sense, our Half-Life 3" -- Total War: Medieval 3 is finally in the works, and Creative Assembly is leaning on immersion to make it worth the 19-year wait
Aiming for the "rebirth of historical Total War," Medieval 3's directors discuss their priorities and why the long-awaited strategy game is being announced so early
December 5, 2025 — Source

OneXPlayer pauses "Strix Halo" APEX handheld sales as memory and SSD costs climb
OneXPlayer has halted new APEX orders while it reconciles inventory and negotiates updated pricing with its memory and SSD suppliers. In a message to backers, the company says current stock is fully allocated to domestic and international pre-sale customers and that sales will resume only after a full component review and price confirmation are complete.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Path Of Exile 2's Next Update Lets Players Transform Into Wolves, Bears, And Wyverns
The Last of the Druids update will give Path of Exile 2 players a chance to embrace their inner beast.
December 5, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Postal: Bullet Paradise Canceled Almost Immediately After Reveal, With AI Allegations To Blame
Running With Scissors responds to fan backlash against alleged AI elements in Postal: Bullet Paradise by shelving the game entirely.
December 5, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Samson: A Tyndalston Story Unveiled With Trailer, is Liquid Swords' Open-World Action Game Debut
The open-world action game revolves around the concept of debt as protagonist Samson drives and fights to get ahead of mounting interest.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Silent Road, a Psychological Horror Taxi-Driving Game, Announced for PC
Does the meter keep running if you die?
December 5, 2025 — Source

SteamOS tested on dedicated GPUs: No, it's not always faster than Windows
Ars testing shows SteamOS fares better on iGPUs than powerful graphics cards.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Tango Gameworks Has Removed Denuvo From Hi-Fi Rush PC Version
As you may have heard both Tango Gameworks and Hi-Fi Rush have a new home under KRAFTON! And with this momentous occasion, we have some things that need to be done. Enough to do ANOTHER PATCH! There are some important bits in here so don't nod off midway through. Enjoy the notes, leave a comment, make a meme, smash that subscribe button...whatever you want to do to let us know you're still here!..And ignore the last one being the "Final" patch. Maybe this one is? Maybe it isn't? No one knows...
December 5, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The Best Games to Show Off Your High-Powered GPU
Bought a new graphics card? These are the best games to showcase just how powerful it is.
December 5, 2025 — Source

The Frustrating Reason One-Netbook Is Pausing Apex Strix Halo Handheld Sales
We've been eagerly looking forward to the OneXFly Apex handheld because it's one of the most interesting of the announced PC gaming portables to use AMD's Ryzen AI Max processors, codenamed Strix Halo. We've been so interested in it, we've covered it three times already since its September announcement. Well, unfortunately, if you were likewise interested in the OneXFly Apex, you might be out of luck, because manufacturer One-Netbook has just posted that Apex sales are "temporarily paused" on the Indiegogo page for the portable.
December 5, 2025 — Source

The sequel to the one of the worst games of all time failed its Steam review and hasn't gotten a response from Valve, so it's been delayed: "Come on Steam, you guys are busting my balls here"
Hong Kong 2097, the official sequel to one of the most infamously offensive games of all time, has been delayed after failing its Steam certification and seemingly being ghosted by Valve.
December 5, 2025 — Source

"This still does not compare to the kind of audience we would have on Steam": Horses lead says ban virality helped sales "but we're not out of the woods," and he fears "self-censorship" with future games
Horses has become a top seller on GOG
December 5, 2025 — Source

Valve Responds To Steam Machine's HDMI 2.1 Display Support Controversy
Valve sent the gaming world into a tizzy when it unveiled a new slate of hardware last month, which includes a small cube dubbed the Steam Machine. Once the initial excitement died down, fans noticed a peculiar omission in the device's spec sheet, which indicated it would support the HDMI 2.0 standard instead of HDMI 2.1. Valve has now provided some insight to the situation in a statement to Ars Technica.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Valve's Dual-Arch Plan Makes PC Play Portable
What if the barriers between gaming devices could disappear overnight? Imagine a world where your favorite PC game runs seamlessly on a handheld console, a desktop, or even a innovative ARM-based headset, without developers needing to lift a finger to adapt it. Bold as it sounds, this is exactly the future Valve is building toward. With a combination of new technologies like Proton and FEX, Valve is rewriting the rules of gaming compatibility, aiming to unify the fragmented gaming ecosystem.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV Gets New Story Trailer Revealing Playable Dark Angels
Deep Silver and KING Art Games are proud to announce that Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV has been officially recognized as one of PC Gamer's Most Wanted Titles for next year's games. To celebrate this moment, we're teasing a glimpse into the flagship Story Campaign, co-written by legendary Black Library author John French, which climaxes with The Dark Angels Space Marine Chapter, the first legion, answering the call of the Blood Ravens in their hour of greatest darkness.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — December 3rd, 2025

AYN Odin 3 Hands-On Review: OLED Handheld Built for 120 FPS Android Play
Have you ever wondered what it would feel like to hold the future of handheld gaming in your hands? The AYN Odin 3 might just be the answer. With its Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and a breathtaking OLED display, this device promises to redefine what portable gaming can achieve. Whether you're a retro enthusiast reliving the glory days of PS2 and GameCube, or a modern gamer chasing the latest Android titles, the Odin 3 is built to handle it all with ease. But does it truly deliver on its ambitious promises, or is it just another flashy gadget?
December 3, 2025 — Source

Building a budget gaming PC? Why Intel CPUs are the best value right now
Thanks to a few different factors, Intel CPUs offer incredible value in 2025—if you know what to look for.
December 3, 2025 — Source

Final Fantasy 7's Aerith Has Had Enough of 'Creeps' Tagging Voice Actors With 'Smut' Featuring Their Characters
"Some of y'all have forgotten the meaning of the word inappropriate."
December 3, 2025 — Source

HELLDIVERS 2 PC client shrinks by 131 GB in new "data de-duplication" beta
Arrowhead has started testing a huge storage cut for Helldivers 2 on PC, dropping the install size from around 154 GB to roughly 23 GB through a new "file size reduction" technical beta on Steam. The change was developed with PlayStation port studio Nixxes and brings the PC build much closer to the console versions in terms of footprint. The beta is already live, and players can opt in through the game's Steam properties menu.
December 3, 2025 — Source

Helldivers 2 devs slash install size from 154GB to 23GB, thanks to the help of PC port veterans — ditching HDD optimization, 85% size reduction accomplished by de-duplicating game data
PC players can now opt into a slim version that's 85% smaller.
December 3, 2025 — Source or Source

How would you improve Xbox PC? Falconeer dev Tomas Sala imagines a more community-focused Xbox PC experience, for devs and players — "I would love to see that."
Tomas Sala, developer of The Falconeer and Bulwark: Falconeer Chronicles, talks with Windows Central about improvements he'd like to see on Xbox PC store.
December 3, 2025 — Source

Linux usage hits an all-time high in Steam Hardware Survey—and AMD processors continue their march against Intel
Windows 11 seems to be good at making enemies.
December 3, 2025 — Source

One week after an acclaimed indie studio said it faces closure following a Steam ban for its surreal horror game, Humble joins Epic in banning Horses at the last minute
The Humble Store is the third online storefront to ban the surreal indie horror game Horses, following decisions from Valve and Epic Games. Of the three, Steam is the only one to release a public statement about the ban, writing, "our internal content review team discussed [the ban] extensively and communicated to the developer our final decision that we were not going to ship the game on Steam."
December 3, 2025 — Source

Satisfactory & Goat Simulator Veterans Unveil Co-Op Souls-Like, Serpent's Gaze
Feeble Minds, a new studio founded by ex-Coffee Stain Studio founders behind the 91 metacritic-rated Satisfactory and the cult-hit Goat Simulator series, are delighted to reveal their debut IP, Serpent's Gaze, which blends the tactical combat and epic bosses of a souls-like with the power creeping build-creation of roguelikes. The studio is also excited to announce that a demo for the game is available right now on Steam!
December 3, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Someone Actually Just Escaped From Tarkov — and Now the Floodgates Are Open
"You survived. But at what cost."
December 3, 2025 — Source

World of Warcraft lead thinks the MMO will still be "kicking" in 10 years, but despite having ideas for "the very long run," Blizzard is currently focusing "on the next 5 years"
With World of Warcraft: Midnight just around the corner, one of the central developers behind the ever-popular MMORPG has taken a second to reflect on what the next decade may look like. Hopefully still king of the MMO space, he says, though Blizzard's projections aren't quite as long-term.
December 3, 2025 — Source

XPG Launches New ARMAX DDR5 Gaming Memory Series
XPG, a fast-growing provider of systems, components, and peripherals for Gamers, Esports Pros, and Tech Enthusiasts, today announces the launch of the new ARMAX DDR5 gaming memory series. Inspired by the aggressive silhouette of stealth fighter jet defending the skies, the series features a hardcore exterior and delivers high-performance speeds of up to 6,400 MT/s. The lineup includes the ARMAX RGB DDR5 with dazzling lighting effects and the understated, low-key ARMAX DDR5, aiming to be the premier DDR5 upgrade choice for next-gen gamers to conquer all gaming campaigns.
December 3, 2025 — Source or Source

Gaming — PC — November 30th, 2025

Gaming-first Linux distro delivers a petabyte of ISOs in one month as users avoid forced updates to Windows 11 — Bazzite distro is another safe haven for Win 10 refugees
The makers of Bazzite served approximately 150,000 ISOs in the last month.
November 30, 2025 — Source

How to add AMD FSR4 to any game: A complete guide to Optiscaler
With the introduction of FSR4 alongside the 9070 XT back in May, AMD finally levelled the playing field in the discrete GPU market, addressing a feature disparity compared to its rival Nvidia that had lasted nearly 7 years. However, although FSR4 closed the quality gap to Nvidia's DLSS Transformer model, it still lags in one critical department: game support.
November 30, 2025 — Source

Hytale's returning owner has hatched a genuinely ingenious marketing strategy: repeatedly telling everyone the game "isn't good," but like, only for now
Early Access might be rough, but that's what Early Access is there for
November 30, 2025 — Source

MANGMI Air X Handheld Review: A Trip Down Memory Lane For a 'Peak' Retro Gaming Experience
Well, I have tested quite a few handhelds in the past, including high-performance ones such as the ROG Ally X, but based on my experience, the MANGMI Air X comes in its own 'dedicated' segment, likely something within the vicinity of retro gaming experience. We'll dive into what the device offers later on, but the core idea here is to provide a platform that could replicate the 'iconic' gaming experience that we could get with Sony's PSP or even the PlayStation 2. Combine retro gaming with modern-day handheld layouts, and you'll get the MANGMI Air X.
November 30, 2025 — Source

Over 18,000 games have come to Steam in 2025
Valve has taken steps over the years to make releasing games on Steam easier. This has led to a massive influx of new titles launching on the platform, with the numbers growing each year. In 2025, around 18,000 new games released on Steam, although only a small handful made an impact.
November 30, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — November 26th, 2025

Assassin's Creed Shadows Affected by Performance Issues From Windows 11's KB5066835 Patch
Digital Foundry confirmed this with performance figures for Assassin's Creed Shadows, and criticised Microsoft's stewardship of the OS.
November 23, 2025 — Source

AYANEO Pocket Vert is like a modern Game Boy with a 3.5 inch, 1600 x 1440 display and Android-based OS
The AYANEO Pocket Vert is an upcoming Android handheld that looks a bit like a Nintendo Game Boy might have if it were released in 2025 rather than 1989.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Cowboy Life Simulator Launches into Steam Early Access
Howdy Partners! We did it! Cowboy Life Simulator is live on Steam! Sure, it took us only 3 years...but we did it! Cowboy Life Simulator releases as Odd Qubit's first game, and we are equally proud and humbled! We want to thank everyone who helped us along the way. Playtesters, developer friends, family members, streamers, YouTubers, our Discord community, everyone. We especially want to thank you all for the patience you showed us!
November 23, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Death Stranding 2's PC Release Could Be Coming Soon
Kojima's Australia-set backpacking game may be headed to PC.
November 23, 2025 — Source or Source

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach PC version reveal could be imminent
Another PlayStation exclusive game may be about to get a PC announcement. Kojima Productions' Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is the latest title that seems to be going multiplatform, at least according to a listing that has gone up on the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) website.
November 23, 2025 — Source

ESRB Tips Death Stranding 2 PC Launch
The writing has been on the wall for the era of console exclusives for a while now, with many publishers an even Microsoft slowly rejecting the idea in favor of improved reach and, presumably, the allure of more profit. Sony, however, still insists that many of its in-house games be timed exclusives, and that appears to be the route Sony is taking with Death Stranding 2: On the Beach. According to a new page by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB), Death Stranding 2 will eventually launch for PC, although an exact release date or even a release window remains elusive.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Everything you need to know about gaming keyboards in 7 minutes
Adjustable actuation? Latency? Polling rate? RGBs for more FPSs? Adam demystifies the gaming keyboard jargon in less time than a lunch break.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Former Stardew Valley dev has to delay adorable new life sim for the second time, shortly after adding the most perfect piles of snow: "I've been working very hard on the game"
Sunkissed City needs more time in the sun, not the spotlight
November 23, 2025 — Source

Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era's huge demo feels like Early-Early Access because its strategy champion devs are constantly working off your feedback: "The philosophy here is transparency"
Interview | "We are listening to everything. We're reading everything."
November 23, 2025 — Source

It looks like Death Stranding 2 is set for PC as Hideo Kojima's latest appears on a ratings board ahead of The Game Awards
An early 2026 release roughly matches the timing of the first game coming to PC, too
November 23, 2025 — Source

Minisforum Unveils New G1 Pro Mini Gaming PC With Ryzen 9 8945HX and GeForce RTX 5060
MINISFORUM, an innovator in AI computing technology, today unveiled the G1 Pro, a game-changer for mini PC power users everywhere. Designed for today's demanding gamers, creators, and professionals, the G1 Pro redefines what's possible in small-form-factor computing. Engineered with a bold, vertical chassis inspired by next-gen consoles, this MINI powerhouse delivers uncompromising desktop-caliber performance in a footprint small enough to fit virtually any workspace or gaming environment.
November 23, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

Opposing Steam's AI disclosures, Epic CEO Tim Sweeney says game stores should drop "the AI tag" because "it makes no sense" when "AI will be involved in nearly all future production"
Steam has actually made AI disclosures even more prominent
November 23, 2025 — Source

Palworld gets a nod of approval from No Man's Sky lead as Pocketpair devs celebrate "both Steam ratings" finally becoming overwhelmingly positive: "We'll keep on trying our best"
Sean Murray pays tribute to Palworld's achievement
November 23, 2025 — Source

SteamOS is so close to greatness — but can Valve finally crack anti‑cheat and remove the biggest barrier holding PC gamers back?
Many people love SteamOS, but anti-cheat is its biggest remaining hurdle.
November 23, 2025 — Source

The best and weirdest Where Winds Meet character creation codes
From John Wick to Spongebob, there are some amazing and worrying Where Winds Meet character creation
November 23, 2025 — Source

The Best Controllers for Playing PC Games
Change up the mouse and keyboard routine.
November 23, 2025 — Source

The Steam Machine Doesn't Even Have To Try
Valve's new console-like system has a lot of potential to shake up the already weakening console market.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Thunderobot shows off gaming PC with Chinese Hygon C86-4G CPU and GeForce RTX GPU
Thunderobot has introduced the Black Warrior Hunter Pro desktop in China built around a domestic Hygon C86 CPU. The company promotes it as the first gaming PC on the market that uses a locally produced x86 processor instead of an imported Intel or AMD chip. The system is shown with closed loop water cooling, RGB fans, and runs Windows with games such as Valorant and Black Myth: Wukong.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Ultra Realistic FPS Bodycam Aims for Consistent 'Game-Changing Updates' With First Major Patch Since 2024 Early Access Launch
Reissad Studio wants Bodycam to be "the ultimate visceral FPS experience."
November 23, 2025 — Source

Valve Tries Explaining Why This Game Was Banned From Steam Before It's Even Released
You won't be riding these horses on Steam.
November 23, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

World Of Warcraft's Midnight Expansion Launches In March 2026
The eleventh expansion returns players to a fully reimagined Quel'Thalas, introduces player housing, and a new Allied Race.
November 23, 2025 — Source or Watch Video or Source

WoW Housing Gets You Rewards In Other Blizzard Games, Including An Overwatch 2 Skin
There's one hell of a crossover housewarming party as Blizzard ushers housing into Azeroth.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — November 23rd, 2025

5 games like Moonlighter 2, from roguelike adventures to superb shopkeeping
There are lots of games like Moonlighter 2 whether you're digging its combat or its town-based trading
November 23, 2025 — Source

PlayStation games have generated $1.5B through Steam
Sony has been selling its games on PC for a few years now and at this point, many are expecting more and more PlayStation-published titles to release day-one on PC alongside consoles. How much money has Sony made by opening up its games to the PC market? Well according to new analysis, the number should be over $1.5 billion.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Steam is now a billion-dollar side business for PlayStation
Sony's biggest hit on Steam isn't God of War or Spider-Man – it's Helldivers 2
November 23, 2025 — Source

The Steam Machine Isn’t Going to Be Subsidized, Valve Confirms – Prepare for High Price
The announcement of the new Steam Machine from earlier this month led many to believe that Valve was making a direct play against the console market, trying to capture some of the loyal users who have followed PlayStation and Xbox platforms for generations.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Valve makes almost $50 million per employee, raking in more cash per person than Google, Amazon, or Microsoft — gaming giant's 350 employees on track to generate $17 billion this year
Valve's unique approach to corporate governance is probably the reason why it's such an efficient company.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — November 22nd, 2025

Gamers celebrate 50% performance gains following Nvidia hotfix driver — patch fixes October Windows 11 cumulative update that broke performance in some games
This problem doesn't affect all games, but in the games that are affected, performance regressions can be massive.
November 22, 2025 — Source

Steam Machine can transform into Portal Companion Cube with custom skin — dot matrix and E Ink faceplates will also be available
These customization options will make your Steam Machine far more interesting.
November 22, 2025 — Source

This Xbox and PC controller doesn't get enough attention — it's packed with the latest tech and costs so much less than the competition
The GameSir G7 Pro is a near-perfect controller for both Xbox and PC gaming with its Hall Effect Triggers, TMR thumbsticks, comfy ergonomics, and other worthwhile features
November 22, 2025 — Source

Xbox Full Screen Experience Comes to Every Windows PC
After expanding the Xbox Full Screen Experience (FSE) to third-party handhelds, Microsoft is now offering regular Windows PCs the opportunity to play games using Xbox FSE. With the release of Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7271 (KB5070307) to the Dev and Beta channels, Xbox FSE can now be accessed on laptops, desktops, and tablets that aren't traditional handhelds like the ASUS ROG Xbox Ally. Users with KB5070307 and the Xbox app installed can navigate to Game Bar > Settings or press Win + F11 to toggle Xbox FSE.
November 22, 2025 — Source or Source

Gaming — PC — November 21st, 2025

Constance review: "If Hollow Knight: Silksong seems too daunting, this wonderful paint powered adventure should do nicely"
Constance is a beautiful and enjoyable Metroidvania that doesn't outstay its welcome. Filler free, the game instead throws plenty of well-designed and enjoyable boss fights at you, interspersed with tight, challenging platforming action. It follows the formula too closely to make it remarkable, but what it does it does with charm and flair. And the ending is a 'chef's kiss' moment.
November 21, 2025 — Source

EA's Battlefield 6 Free Multiplayer Trial Will Let Players Dig Into Battlefield's All-Out Warfare For a Whole Week
On the heels of releasing the second major update to Battlefield 6 in its Season 1 roadmap, EA will let players who haven't yet bought into Battlefield this year try it out for themselves with a week-long free trial of the game's classic multiplayer, specifically its flagship All-Out Warfare.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Good news! ARC Raiders is now Steam Deck Verified after the Proton 10 release — one of 2025's biggest multiplayer games is now in the palms of your hands
The release of a new Proton update has brought Steam Deck compatibility to ARC Raiders.
November 21, 2025 — Source

GPD WIN 5 becomes the first AMD Strix Halo gaming handheld to reach gamers
If someone had told me in January that it would take 11 months for AMD Strix Halo to ship in gaming handhelds, I would never have believed it. Yet here we are: the first Halo handheld has only just started to ship to gamers, which is both great news and quite disappointing.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Half-Life 3 is "Not Supposed to" be Unveiled at The Game Awards 2025 -- Rumour
Insider Mike Straw has noted that he is still trying to get his hands on corroborated details about Valve's plans for the announcement.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Microsoft Rolls Out Xbox Full Screen Experience To All Windows 11 Handhelds
During the recent Xbox Partner Preview, Microsoft announced several upcoming Xbox and PC games, but also highlighted that the Xbox Full Screen Experience (FSE) would be rolling out to all PC gaming handhelds and eventually expanding to other Windows 11 PCs through the Windows Insider Program.
November 21, 2025 — Source

No, Guild Wars 2 Still Isn't Getting Official Controller Support
Earlier this week, ArenaNet surprised its fans with the announcement of Guild Wars: Reforged, a refined version of the classic 2006 MMORPG that will be released on December 3 via Steam and PC Windows. Beyond a few graphics improvements, the main attraction here is the addition of controller and Steam Deck support. Does that mean ArenaNet is also working on adding the same feature to its most recent game, Guild Wars 2? I asked that question via PR channels and unfortunately got the response that the studio founded 25 years ago in Bellevue, Washington, has no plans to do so at this time.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Nvidia confirms October Windows updates cause gaming issues
Nvidia has confirmed that last month's security updates are causing gaming performance issues on Windows 11 24H2 and Windows 11 25H2 systems.
November 21, 2025 — Source

PlayStation's Best-Selling PC Games Revealed, Have Made More Than $1 Billion - Report
Valve benefits, too, with its 30% cut.
November 21, 2025 — Source

PUBG: Black Budget is cashing in on the Arc Raiders and Escape from Tarkov extraction shooter hype, this time with a battle royale-style shrinking map
Krafton's holding a Closed Alpha playtest next month
November 21, 2025 — Source

Rue Valley is a time looping RPG that's best off leaning away from Disco Elysium comparisons, and getting Monkey Island with it instead
Indie Spotlight | Can you escape the valley?
November 21, 2025 — Source

Starting today, Full Screen Experience for Windows 11 PCs is available for Xbox Insiders!
Today the full screen experience (FSE) is generally available on Windows 11 handhelds currently in market, bringing performance optimizations and the ability to boot directly into Xbox for a smoother, more seamless way to play. Designed to minimize friction and get players into their games faster, this update helps deliver a console-like experience on handheld devices.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Warhammer: Vermintide 2 is free to claim for the next couple of days on Steam
Developer Fatshark is currently in the middle of celebrating a decade of developing Warhammer games, starting with End Times -- Vermintide from 2015. Dubbed 10 Years of Tide, the event just kicked off a giveaway, offering all PC gamers access to the horde-fighting title Warhammer: Vermintide 2.
November 21, 2025 — Source

When Will The Steam Machine Actually Come Out?
The Steam Machine was announced just over a week ago now, and while we don't know how much the Steam Machine will cost, we also don't know when it's actually going to come out. Right now, the only official release date information points to a vague "Coming In 2026" message in the Steam store page.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — November 20th, 2025

Cooking Roguelike Game Omelet You Cook Has Its Perfect Steam Review Record Ruined by Contrarian Player
"Game is amazing. I just like to be different."
November 20, 2025 — Source

Half-Life 3 Announcement -- Is the Wait Finally Ending?
The rumor mill has been churning more than usual about a potential Half-Life 3 announcement, but how likely is an announcement?
November 20, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

inZOI is getting multiplayer, and the Sims 4 competitor's director says it's all thanks to South Korea's president: "He suggested I make inZOI a multiplayer game"
Krafton is "indeed developing a multiplayer aspect" for the life sim
November 20, 2025 — Source

Market research shows growing popularity of OLED gaming monitors
OLED gaming monitors have been growing rapidly in popularity amongst PC gamers over the past few years. According to new market analysis, around 12 percent of all 144Hz gaming monitors shipped will be OLED displays by Q4 2025.
November 20, 2025 — Source

MMO players get a sailing skill, immediately become pirates channeling a famous 2006 disaster: "Piracy as emergent gameplay is honestly perfect"
Old School RuneScape also added pirates, it turns out
November 20, 2025 — Source

NVIDIA GeForce Hotfix 581.94 Addresses Windows 11 Game Performance Bug
NVIDIA has pushed out a new GeForce hotfix driver to address performance drops affecting some games on Windows 11. The issue appeared after Microsoft's October update (KB5066835), and some GeForce users have reported noticeably slower frame rates since installing it. NVIDIA doesn't list which games are affected, only that some titles may run slower or feel less smooth. If you've seen sudden performance dips over the past month, this hotfix may help.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Nvidia pushes out hotfix after Windows 11 October update tanks gaming performance
Quick and dirty driver aims to undo slowdown introduced in OS patch
November 20, 2025 — Source

Pricey WoW Transmog Changes Have Players Angry And Confused
Transmog was supposed to be cheaper come Midnight.
November 20, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

PUBG creator's brutal new survival game surprise drops into Steam Early Access with a roadmap promising "expanded construction," cooking, and equipment degradation
PlayerUnknown Production's next step toward Project Artemis
November 20, 2025 — Source or Source or Watch Video

STALKER 2 To Get First DLC in 2026; Still No News on Multiplayer and Cross-Platform Mods
STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl launches today on Sony's PlayStation 5 console, exactly one year after its initial release on PC and Xbox Series S|X, following the end of the timed console exclusivity deal with Microsoft.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Star Citizen Introduces the Nyx System, Levski in Alpha 4.4 Update
Nyx houses Levski in the Glaciem Ring in the larger Nyx system where players will find plenty of new gameplay content to experience.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Steam Machine is "Microsoft's Worst Nightmare," Says Analyst
Analysts have also noted that Microsoft has been struggling with Xbox console sales, and that Steam Machines could cause another dent.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Steam Machine Price Unlikely to Hit the $500 Console Mark -- But You Shouldn't Be Surprised
The price will be the critical factor that will determine the success of the Steam Machine, but those who expected the upcoming system to be priced in the same range as a console will likely be disappointed, judging from some new information shared online.
November 20, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Steam Machine Price? Here's Another Hint At What It Could Cost
The vibes were apparently not great when a popular person asked Valve about the pricing.
November 20, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Valve says Steam Machine will be 'priced like a PC', not a console
We may need to brace ourselves for an unexpectedly high price for Valve's upcoming Steam Machine. While the system is marketed as a PC-based console alternative, Valve has said that it intends to price it "like a PC" rather than a console.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Windows 11 Update Hurts Games But NVIDIA's GeForce Hotfix Driver Is The Cure
NVIDIA is pushing out an out-of-band GPU driver update to resolve an issue introduced with Microsoft's October 2025 update for Windows 11 (KB5066835). According to NVIDIA, the Windows 11 update can hamper performance in some unspecified games, even though it's not listed by Microsoft as one of the known issues. Despite Microsoft being silent on the issue, the fix is in.
November 20, 2025 — Source

World of Warcraft lead assures worried MMO raiders that Blizzard removing add-ons is "to set ourselves up for being able to build content that will better serve all of our players"
"Our goal here is to level the playing field"
November 20, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — November 14th, 2025

AMD's FSR Redstone officially debuts in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 — AMD's answer to Nvidia's Ray Reconstruction
Ray Regeneration is essentially neural upscaling, but for ray tracing data.
November 14, 2025 — Source or Source

Custom "Steam Machine" PC worth $600 sets an early performance bar for Valve
DIY "Steam Machine at home" build shows what Valve now has to beat
November 14, 2025 — Source

How Much Will The Steam Machine Cost?
The Steam Machine price might be higher than you think it is.
November 14, 2025 — Source

"The real money isn't in the box" - Analysts are torn on Steam Machine pricing, but I'm hopeful it won't be $1,000
Will Valve's mini PC actually cost a grand?
November 14, 2025 — Source

The Steam Machine could be an industry turning point | Opinion
Valve's dramatic return to hardware isn't just a blow to Microsoft and a challenge to Sony's dominance; it's the fruit of a decade of fastidious work and investment
November 14, 2025 — Source

The Steam Machine Is Not Built for Hardcore PC Gamers
And that's totally okay.
November 14, 2025 — Source

The Steam Machine rises again as Valve readies 2026 hardware trifecta
Linux-powered PC, Arm VR headset, and refreshed controller all land on pre-order for next year
November 14, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Valve Steam Machine features prototype E-ink cover that will not go on sale
Valve's new Steam Machine is a compact living room PC built around SteamOS, a 6-core Zen 4 CPU, and a semi-custom RDNA3 GPU with 28 compute units. It targets console-class 4K gaming with upscaling, using 16 GB of DDR5-5600 memory, 8 GB of GDDR6 VRAM, and 512 GB to 2 TB of storage plus a microSD slot that can share libraries with Steam Deck.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — November 13th, 2025

Dbrand Is Making a Steam Machine Companion Cube Enclosure, Obviously
It should be ready in early 2026.
November 13, 2025 — Source or Source

Guerrilla Games next 'big project' is a multiplayer spin-off, not Horizon 3
Earlier today, NCSoft and Sony officially announced Horizon Steel Frontiers, a new MMO set in the Horizon universe. Curiously, the game was only announced for PC and mobile platforms, seemingly skipping PlayStation entirely. Now, we may know why that is -- Guerrilla Games, the creators of Horizon, are working on their own multiplayer spin-off game.
November 13, 2025 — Source

Half-Life 3 copium goes into overdrive as fans convince themselves Valve's Steam Machine announcement is hinting at a reveal: "I don't want to get anyone's hopes up"
Something's going down on November 18, fans insist
November 13, 2025 — Source

I'm not being funny, but you'll have a Steam Machine at home if you grab this docking station for Valve's handheld
Like a prelude to Valve's new cube.
November 13, 2025 — Source

It Still Isn't Time for a Steam Deck 2, But Valve Has a 'Pretty Good Idea' of What It's Going to Be
It's been two years since Valve introduced the Steam Deck OLED, a revision of the handheld gaming device originally released on the market in February 2022. Back then, fans of the device had already been clamoring for a proper, more powerful new iteration, but Valve had just said that a Steam Deck 2 wouldn't be released until 2025 or 2026 because the technology they were looking for was simply not yet available.
November 13, 2025 — Source

Phil Spencer Welcomes Steam Machine Announcement in Congratulatory Message to Valve, With Next-Gen Xbox Waiting in the Wings
Microsoft gaming boss Phil Spencer has welcomed Valve's next-gen Steam machine in a congratulatory message to Valve.
November 13, 2025 — Source or Source

Replaying Halo: The Master Chief Collection has become my annual tradition, and co-op makes the classics hit as hard as they did 15 years ago
Over the years, Halo has become a massive part of my life. Like many, I grew up with the franchise and have distinct memories of staying up later than I'd like to admit, playing multiplayer with my friends, or trying our best to beat any given level on Legendary with them. As I've gotten older and much of my life has changed, one thing has remained the same: staying up unreasonably late to play through the Halo campaign with my buddies.
November 13, 2025 — Source

New Valve 4K Steam Machine: Early 2026 Can't Come Soon Enough
What if your living room could become the ultimate gaming hub, no compromises, no clutter, and no limits? After years of speculation and whispers, Valve has officially unveiled the Steam Machine, a bold step toward redefining how we experience gaming at home. Imagine the power of a high-end gaming PC packed into a sleek, console-sized device that fits effortlessly into your entertainment setup.
November 13, 2025 — Source

Sony and NCSoft's Horizon MMO announced for PC, mobile but not PS5
Over the past year, we've been repeatedly hearing about a new MMO based on PlayStation's Horizon franchise. This was partially confirmed earlier this year when Sony announced its new partnership with NCSoft. Now, the big game has been revealed as Horizon Steel Frontiers.
November 13, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Steam Machine and Steam Frame Should Be More Readily Available at Launch, Says Valve
"For us, it's important to keep making Steam distribution better and better - and distribute times, add regions and things like that."
November 13, 2025 — Source

Steam Machine Offers "Competitive Price" Compared to Building Your Own PC, Says Valve Engineer
"The affordability is one of the reasons why we think a Steam Machine makes a lot of sense right now," said Yazan Aldehayyat.
November 13, 2025 — Source

Steam Machine Pricing Will Be 'Really Competitive' with Building a Similar PC Yourself, Says Valve
Following Valve's trio of hardware announcements (the Steam Machine, the Steam Frame, and the Steam Controller), the biggest question users were left with was pricing. However, speaking to IGN, Valve's Hardware Engineer Yazan Aldehayyat did not shy from sharing a few things about the pricing of the Steam Machine, stating that it will be very competitive with building a PC with similar hardware.
November 13, 2025 — Source

Temporal Sci-Fi Puzzler UnLoop Reaches PC VR Today
Retro-futuristic puzzler UnLoop is now available on PC VR in early access.
November 13, 2025 — Source

Valve confirms that the Steam Deck 2 is still a long way off
Despite massive buzz around the refreshed Steam Machine, Valve still isn't ready for a Steam Deck sequel.
November 13, 2025 — Source

Valve Doesn't See the Steam Frame as Simply a Successor to the Valve Index
Valve wants to emphasise that the Steam Frame can play games on its own built-in hardware. It is also capable of playing non-VR games.
November 13, 2025 — Source

Valve is Not Developing Any First-Party VR Games to Showcase Steam Frame
The company has traditionally released some software to showcase its new hardware, like Half-Life: Alyx helped showcase the Valve Index.
November 13, 2025 — Source

Valve's Steam Frame Will Bring With it Support for ARM Software on Steam
Valve's Steam Frame Will Bring With it Support for ARM Software on Steam
November 13, 2025 — Source

Valve Steam Frame VR Hands-On : Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, Pancake Optics, 144Hz & More
What if a single device could redefine how you experience gaming, blending the immersive depth of virtual reality with the convenience of a portable console? Enter the Valve Steam Frame, a bold new contender in the VR space that promises to shake up the industry. With its lightweight, modular design and the ability to seamlessly switch between VR and traditional gaming modes, this standalone headset is more than just a gadget, it's a statement.
November 13, 2025 — Source

Valve's Steam Machine Is Beating Xbox at Its Own Game
When PC's biggest game distributor develops a console, you know that players still demand an easy couch-based experience.
November 13, 2025 — Source

Why the Steam Deck 2 Isn't Coming Anytime Soon
Valve isn't just looking for more powerful chips. It needs something truly spectacular.
November 13, 2025 — Source

Will A Steam Deck 2 Still Happen? Valve Reveals Key Requirement
Valve is releasing a handful of new gaming hardware, including an updated Steam Controller, a standalone VR headset called Steam Frame, and the return of the Steam Machine, this time in a compact cube design that's unofficially been dubbed the GabeCube (a play on words between Gabe Newell and Nintendo's GameCube). The obvious question in light of all this new hardware is where do plans stand for a Steam Deck 2 handheld, and Valve addressed the topic in an interview with IGN.
November 13, 2025 — Source

Xbox Magnus versus PS6 : Xbox's Massive Advantage Over Playstation Explained
What if the next-generation console war isn't just about power or exclusives, but about redefining what it means to game? The Xbox Magnus, set to release a full year ahead of the PlayStation 6, is poised to do just that. With bold innovations like free multiplayer access and a hybrid console-PC design, Xbox isn't just challenging the status quo, it's rewriting it.
November 13, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — November 9th, 2025

Best controller for mini PCs — compact gaming made smooth for every budget and playstyle
Mini PCs are small, but with the right controller, they deliver a full gaming experience. Here are the best options for every budget.
November 9, 2025 — Source

How I turned a cheap mini PC into a AAA gaming machine — tips for inexpensive and reliable cloud gaming with NVIDIA and Xbox
You can game for a lot less if you use a mini PC with the right accessories and services. Here's how to do that.
November 9, 2025 — Source

The Razer Wolverine V3 Pro 8K PC is the ultimate unfair advantage — your perfect controller for Black Ops 7
With an 8,000Hz polling rate and pro‑grade design, Razer's Wolverine V3 Pro 8K PC sets a new standard for competitive play.
November 9, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — November 8th, 2025

Abxylute 3D One specs confirmed: Core Ultra 7 258V, 32GB RAM and 10.95″ 3D display
Abxylute has confirmed specs for its 3D One handheld gaming PC, which is planned for launch this month. It is a large Windows handheld with detachable controllers and a glasses free 10.95 inch 3D screen.
November 8, 2025 — Source

Halo Infinite's Last Update Arrives This Month As Devs Move To Other Halo Projects
After four years, Halo: Infinite proves to be finite after all, but the team isn't leaving Halo behind.
November 8, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Micro Center Readies Gaming PC With Ryzen 7500X3D; Confirms 96 MB L3 Cache And 4.0 GHz Base Clock
The Ryzen 5 7500X3D is already available if you want to settle for a pre-built PC. The configuration is pretty solid for the listed price as well.
November 8, 2025 — Source

MSI to bundle Little Nightmares III with Ryzen Z2 based Claw A8, and Intel-based Claw 8 AI+ and 7 AI+ handhelds
MSI Claw handhelds now ship with free Little Nightmares III copy
November 8, 2025 — Source

New DirectX7 emulation tool brings more games to Steam Deck, SteamOS, and other Linux distros through Vulkan, with caveats
Not all DirectX 7 games will work with D7VK emulation.
November 8, 2025 — Source

Retro PC Gaming the Easy Way with DOSBox Pure Unleashed
Gaming like it's 1999, or 1989, or even 1193.
November 8, 2025 — Source

You could get a Steam Deck — or you could put SteamOS on a more powerful handheld for the ultimate portable gaming machine
You'll want to weigh the pros and cons of putting SteamOS on a Windows handheld before doing it.
November 8, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — November 7th, 2025

MSI Teams Up With Bandai Namco for Little Nightmares III Game Handheld Bundle
MSI is partnering with Bandai Namco Entertainment to bring gamers a special offer. Starting from October 10, 2025, users who purchase MSI Claw A8, Claw 8 AI+, or Claw 7 AI+ will receive a FREE digital copy of the new Little Nightmares III on PC.
November 7, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — November 6th, 2025

As expected, Nvidia's $3,999 mini AI supercomputer tested in gaming — DGX Spark tested at 1080p on medium settings in Cyberpunk 2077
Great for AI, not so much for gaming
November 6, 2025 — Source

Best mini PCs for gaming — from AAA gaming to budget cloud gaming, our top tested recommendations
Mini PCs can save you a lot of money when it comes to gaming if you get the right device and know how to use it.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Craft and Build Your Way To Saving The World in The Last Caretaker, Out Now In Early Access on PC
Former Trials developers in Finland came together to form a new studio called Channel37 back in 2021. Four years later, as of today, that studio has released its debut project, The Last Caretaker, in early access on PC on Steam and the Epic Games Store.
November 6, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Escape From Tarkov 1.0 Must Reward Its Players, or Lose Them
Finally arriving in a crowded field of extraction shooters, Escape from Tarkov 1.0 is ready to test the devotion of its most hardened followers.
November 6, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Experience Roguelite Action And Artistic Strategy With This Week's Epic Games Store Freebies
This week's Epic Games Store freebies offer a blend of platforming fun and auto-battling strategy titles.
November 6, 2025 — Source

'Football Manager 26' review: Fun to play, awful to look at
A fun, revamped match engine can't hide the many, many gripes with the game's new UI.
November 6, 2025 — Source

GeForce NOW to Add Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Anno 117: Pax Romana and More in November 2025
On the first GeForce NOW media blast of the month, NVIDIA has outlined the planned roadmap of PC games that will be added to the cloud gaming service throughout November 2025.
November 6, 2025 — Source

New Steam Deck Update Enables Screen Off Downloads: Protect Your OLED
Have you ever wished your gaming device could handle downloads effortlessly, even while you're away or asleep? For Steam Deck users, that wish has just become a reality. Valve has rolled out one of the most requested features for its handheld gaming powerhouse: the ability to download games and updates with the screen turned off.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Nvidia GeForce NOW gains support for over 20 new games in November
It's a new month, and Nvidia has a fresh GeForce NOW update waiting for subscribers. Alongside the weekly games update, the company has also given a forecast on what games it plans to bring to its supported list during the rest of the month too. Some of the biggest incoming releases include Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Anno 117: Pax Romana, Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage, and Surviving Mars: Relaunched, among others.
November 6, 2025 — Source

NVIDIA's latest driver update wrecks Forza — here's how to fix it
The newest GeForce driver is causing older Forza Horizon and Motorsport titles to crash — but rolling back offers a temporary fix.
November 6, 2025 — Source

One day after adding them, indie co-op game Peak is nerfing its new zombie enemies: "We did playtest the zombies. I guess the playtesters were just too good"
"I FORGOT HOW TO CLIMB !!! IN OUR CLIMBING GAME !!!"
November 6, 2025 — Source

PC modder installs a working train set on top of their GPU — All aboard the 'PCI Express' to Gamesville
The prototype is set to be adjusted to run off a 5V PWM header for software speed control.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Peak's Latest Update Adds Checkpoint Feature to Ease the Climb
The Checkpoint Flag makes the mountain easier than ever.
November 6, 2025 — Source

REPO Monsters List: All Monster Behaviors And How To Avoid Them
There are many monsters lurking in the dark. Here's what you need to know about them.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Steam Controller 2 Leaks & Sony Just Made Ghost of Tsushima Fly on Steam Deck
What if one of the most iconic names in gaming finally embraced the handheld revolution? In a move that has stunned fans and industry insiders alike, Sony has officially optimized its blockbuster hit, “Ghost of Tsushima,” for the Steam Deck—a platform once seen as outside the company’s traditional ecosystem. This bold step signals more than just a technical update; it’s a declaration that Sony is ready to meet gamers where they are, even if that means collaborating with Valve, a long-time competitor.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Steam Deck beta update brings major improvements to game downloads
Since its launch in 2022, the Steam Deck has only improved with time, receiving countless new features and quality of life improvements through relatively consistent updates. As part of the Steam Deck's beta branch, users will finally be able to download titles while the screen is off in an update which has been a long time coming.
November 6, 2025 — Source

The JSAUX EnergyFlow Joy-Con 2 charger isn't a necessity, but I don't want to imagine my setup without it | Review
The Jsaux EnergyFlow Charging Dock is a pretty niche Switch 2 gadget, as only those with an extra pair of controllers will be able to make the most out of the flashy device. That being said, the RGB dock looks so swanky that it's convinced me to buy an extra pair of Joy-Con. If you want to ensure your extra controllers are fully charged and have a place to keep them secure and out of harm's way when not playing a round of Mario Kart World, this low-cost $19 / £19.99 accessory will be an ideal addition to your Switch 2 setup.
November 6, 2025 — Source

The Seance of Blake Manor review: "Like horror Clue come to life, this supernatural mystery against the clock is incredibly immersive"
The Seance of Blake Manor is an incredibly detailed supernatural mystery where every guest is laden with secrets to unravel. Set across a weekend where every minute of every hour matters -- each magical attendee having their own schedule -- few detective games feel this immersive and rewarding to pick at. Weaving together mythology, magic, and historical detail, each case you solve fairly sticks to the rules, no matter how supernatural. This is a hotel worth checking into.
November 6, 2025 — Source

This RTX 5060 Ti is running hot because it lives in a microwave gaming PC
The team behind SignalRGB, an app that unifies RGB control for third-party PC hardware, has found a new way to show off its software. They built a complete gaming PC inside a real microwave, then wired every light and screen to run through SignalRGB.
November 6, 2025 — Source

With 11 million copies sold, Peak continues the Bing Bong divorced dad saga in latest update: "The divorce court has allowed Bing Bong to visit his kids"
He's still single though, so shoot your shot
November 6, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — November 5th, 2025

Battlefield 6 players rig their own anti-crossplay on PC to avoid controller players with the "massive advantage" of aim assist
Battlefield 6's aim assist has become a bone of contention
November 5, 2025 — Source

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Gets New Trailer, System Requirements, Pre-load Details, and More Info Ahead of Launch
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is just around the corner, with a November 14 PC launch across Xbox on PC, Battle.net, and Steam. In partnership with Treyarch, Call of Duty PC lead developer Beenox is working hard to create the best experience possible for PC players.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Outlines Minimum, Recommended, and 4K/Ultra PC Requirements
You'll need 115 GB to install the latest Black Ops and a GeForce RTX 4080/5070 or Radeon RX 9070 XT to play on 4K/Ultra settings.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 PC system requirements confirmed
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is launching very soon. Ahead of the game's November 14th release, Activision has now confirmed the final PC system requirements for the game, with minimum & recommended specs, alongside an Ultra specification guideline for those looking to play at 4K or chasing extremely high frame rates.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Chicken Chicken Is an 8-Player Party Game Where Everyone Is a Literal Chicken
Cluck up your competition.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Escape From Tarkov Shares Preorder and Beta Rewards as It Nears 1.0 Launch
Goodies will be available to pre-existing owners and those who preorder.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Finally Adds DLSS 4 With Multi Frame Generation on PC
Alongside improving performance on supported GPUs, the latest update includes bug fixes and improvements to "overall game stability."
November 5, 2025 — Source

Latest Nvidia graphics driver breaks old Forza Horizon and Motorsport games
Updating your graphics card driver is usually a good thing, as these updates deliver optimizations for new games, bug fixes, new features, support for the latest hardware, and more. However, they also have a dark side, as a more recent driver could not play well with older games. That is exactly what is happening with Nvidia's 580 drivers and old Forza games.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Mini PC versus handheld gaming PC: which one actually fits your life?
Steam Decks and Ally Xs promise freedom, but compact desktops like Geekom's IT13 fight back with raw CPU muscle —here's how to choose between a pocketable rig and a desk‑friendly cube.
November 5, 2025 — Source

MSI Bundles Football Manager 26 with Select Motherboards and Monitors
MSI is excited to partner with SEGA and Sports Interactive for an exclusive limited-time offer! From November 4 to December 4, 2025, purchase select MSI motherboards or monitors and receive a free copy of Football Manager 26 (via the Epic Games Store). Step into the dugout, where every choice shapes your story and lead your club to glory.
November 5, 2025 — Source or Source

MSI Claw 8 AI Major Update Released: Microsoft Full Screen Experience Tested
What if your handheld gaming device could deliver smoother gameplay, free up 2GB of memory, and optimize performance, all with a single update? That's exactly what Microsoft's new full-screen experience mode promises for the MSI Claw 8 AI, a device already making waves in the portable gaming world. By addressing long-standing challenges like inefficient resource management and clunky interfaces, Microsoft has taken a bold step toward redefining the handheld gaming experience. But is this update a fantastic option or just another incremental improvement?
November 5, 2025 — Source

Onexfly Apex Ryzen MAX handheld officially priced at $1,399, full-spec model costs $2,299
OneXPlayer APEX Strix Halo handheld official US price starts at $1,399, shipments in late January 2026
November 5, 2025 — Source

Open-World, Airship-Building Survival RPG Echoes of Elysium Launches In Early Access This December
After it was first announced in April 2024, and after a public demo and beta tests, developer Loric Games has given its open-world airship-building survival game, Echoes of Elysium, an early access release date. It'll arrive on PC on Steam on December 4, 2025.
November 5, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Steam Deck introduces screen-off downloads, helps preserve OLED screen life — users can now download large titles with the handheld in low-power mode and have a new game ready to go when they turn it on
A welcome beta update.
November 5, 2025 — Source or Source

Steam Deck New Beta Client Update Introduces Highly Requested Feature
A Steam Deck highly-requested feature has finally arrived with a new Beta Client update that went live a few hours ago.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Windows D3D12 change is crashing older Forza games
Windows update, not GeForce drivers, behind recent Forza launch errors
November 5, 2025 — Source

WoW Isn't Coming To Consoles, Game Director Says: "No Reason For Us To Hide Anything About This"
Blizzard is making clear that if WoW was coming to consoles, you would know about it.
November 5, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Gaming — PC — October 31st, 2025

ASUS Republic of Gamers Announces ROG GR70 Gaming Mini PC
ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced the ROG GR70, the first ROG gaming mini PC to feature the AMD Ryzen 9 CPU for desktop-class performance in a compact footprint.
October 31, 2025 — Source or Source

Colorful claims new BIOSes deliver 15% FPS boost in Battlefield 6 through extra-tight memory timings — fresh update also has a new "Moore" UI
Free performance? Sign me up.
October 31, 2025 — Source

Exclusive: Hear Akira Yamaoka's Newest Song For His Next Horror Project, Total Chaos
The composer famous for Silent Hill is working on a first-person horror game from the creators of Turbo Overkill.
October 31, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Helldivers 2's Developers Are Looking Into Ways to Shrink PC Version's Massive File Size
Arrowhead Game Studios is exploring methods to release separate patches for hard drive and SSD users that could shrink the file sizes.
October 31, 2025 — Source

Lenovo Legion Go 2 Review : Detachable Controllers, Power, Portability & More
What if you could carry the power of a high-end gaming PC in the palm of your hand? The Lenovo Legion Go 2 has finally arrived, and it's not just another handheld gaming device, it's a bold statement in portable gaming innovation. With its stunning 8.8-inch OLED HDR display, customizable performance settings, and ergonomic design, this device promises to redefine what's possible for gamers on the go. Whether you're a casual player looking for convenience or a hardcore enthusiast demanding top-tier performance, the Legion Go 2 is designed to meet you where you are.
October 31, 2025 — Source

Relief for Windows 10 gamers! AMD apps and drivers will remain supported
In the wake of some rumors, AMD confirms that it will continue to make driver updates available for Windows 10 for the time being.
October 31, 2025 — Source

Triarchy Is an Open World Co-Op Action RPG with a Focus on Boss Fights and Sailing, and It's Out in 2026
Independent studio Digital Confectioners has unveiled Triarchy, an upcoming open world co-op (up to three players) action RPG. Like most games in the genre, it will focus on boss fights, but it also supports sailing.
October 31, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — October 30th, 2025

$2,000 PC Build Spotlight: Rising Phoenix
A new beginning
October 30, 2025 — Source

Ambitious enthusiasts buy entire Boeing 747 cockpit in race to build flight simulator — three-month project recreates gauges, dials, and other mechanical instruments for X-Plane sim
This is way better than your average flight sim.
October 30, 2025 — Source

AMD rolls out new Radeon graphics drivers optimised for Battlefield 6
AMD has released its latest Adrenalin Edition graphics driver, bringing new optimisations for Radeon graphics card users in games like Battlefield 6 and Vampire: The Masquerade -- Bloodlines 2.
October 30, 2025 — Source

AYN Thor Dual-Screen Handheld: Combines Nostalgia & Power
What if the Nintendo DS, a device that defined a generation of gaming, was reimagined for today's tech-savvy world? Enter the AYN Thor Dual-Screen Handheld, a modern marvel that fuses the charm of dual-screen nostalgia with innovative innovation. With its AMOLED displays, customizable features, and powerhouse performance, this handheld doesn't just nod to the past, it reinvents it.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Dance With Death In This Week's Epic Games Store Freebie
This week's Epic Games Store freebies are perfect for anyone wanting a quirky cerebral challenge.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Deltarune fans spent 2 years recreating Chapter 1 "in its entirety" inside SNES RPG Earthbound, which feels like the ultimate tribute to Toby Fox's romhacking start
"Please do not ask about Chapter 2" plead the romhack's creators
October 30, 2025 — Source

Dishonored and Citizen Sleeper collide in Duskpunk, a dice-rolling steampunk RPG that has me trading secrets and picking pockets to survive
Hands-on | Duskpunk's steampunk city is powered by the dead, and I could be next
October 30, 2025 — Source

MindsEye Mysteriously Removes Free Roam, Brings Back ARCADIA for User-Created Missions
ARCADIA promises an "ever-expanding world of missions, races, puzzles, and challenges," but requires constant online connectivity.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection Review In Progress - Worthy of the Elder Gods
Since releasing Atari 50 in 2022, Digital Eclipse has established itself as a champion for game preservation, thanks in large part to its "interactive documentary" approach. The Making of Karateka, Tetris Forever, and Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story have all explored notable names and games of the past with great success. For its next project, the studio set its sights on the history behind one of the most famous properties in gaming: Mortal Kombat.
October 30, 2025 — Source

My new Steam obsession is this love letter to Metal Gear Solid which nails the PS1 aesthetic in a shoot-'em-up inspired by '90s games and anime
Birdcage nails that arcade feel making for one of the best demos from the previous Steam Next Fest
October 30, 2025 — Source

Nine more games join GeForce Now this week
GeForce Now has another big week in store for gamers, with nine more titles joining the library, including brand new releases like The Outer Worlds 2, ARC Raiders and more.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Reach Addresses PC VR Compatibility Issues With First Patch
The first Reach patch is now live, promising visual fixes and improved compatibility with Virtual Desktop and SteamVR.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Resident Evil Requiem's PC Requirements Are Surprisingly Manageable, But Windows 11 is Mandatory
The decision follows Capcom's controversial decision to end Windows 10 support for Monster Hunter Wilds' future updates.
October 30, 2025 — Source

ROG Xbox Ally X Review: A Powerful Gaming PC or Overhyped is it Worth $999?
Have you ever wondered if a handheld gaming PC could truly rival the seamless experience of a console? Enter the Asus ROG Xbox Ally X, a device that boldly claims to merge the best of both worlds. With its sleek, Xbox-inspired design and the raw power of an AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor, it promises to deliver console-level gaming on the go. But at a hefty $999 price tag, it raises a crucial question: is it truly worth the investment, or is it just another overhyped gadget?
October 30, 2025 — Source

The Aliens game from Borderlands studio Gearbox ended up a flop, but Tiny Tina and Horizon actor Ashly Burch was just "excited" to be involved: "Are people even going to remember that I was in this?"
Burch got the job because she was already involved in the Borderlands series
October 30, 2025 — Source

"Truly, accidental marketing at its finest": Indie dungeon RPG mistranslated as "Sh**ty Dungeon" actually got a huge boost from Japanese Steam users sharing the joke
Not sure how they got that from "The Crazy Hyper-Dungeon Chronicles" but I'm glad they did
October 30, 2025 — Source

You won't need a monster PC to run Resident Evil Requiem
Check out the new Road To Requiem overview trailer
October 30, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Gaming — PC — October 26th, 2025

Battlefield 6's PC Sales "Among the Best Seen For a Premium Game" in the US
However, the console side is slightly less impressive in the region with the shooter ranking in the "top 15, top 10," per Mat Piscatella.
October 26, 2025 — Source

Bounty Star Review -- Unforgiven
An intriguing premise and solid protagonist can't do much to salvage Bounty Star's gameplay, which can feel mindlessly repetitive.
October 26, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Call of Duty Black Ops 7 PC requirements — are they surprisingly low... or a graphics card killer?
The latest Call of Duty is on the horizon, but what kind of gaming PC do you need to run it properly? Here's the full breakdown.
October 26, 2025 — Source

GPD Win Max may receive AMD Strix Halo APU version, company says
Two times the charm. Following the launch of Win 5, GPD's first gaming handheld powered by AMD Strix Halo APU, the company is already planning more systems using the same chip. It is a much more powerful APU with up to 16 Zen 5 cores and, more importantly, 40 RDNA 3.5 Compute Units for graphics.
October 26, 2025 — Source

This is not a drill: the ghost of WarioWare returns in the form of this bizarre minigame free-for-all on Steam
Buster Jam is nailing that unhinged aesthetic
October 26, 2025 — Source

Tormented Souls 2 Review -- Beware the Shadows
Tormented Souls 2 excels in polished visuals, haunting atmosphere and classic survival horror mechanics.
October 26, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

With a peak of 100,000 concurrent players sending it straight into Steam's best-sellers chart, the latest indie hit is a silly physics-based co-op game about driving an RV
RV There Yet? is another huge co-op hit
October 26, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — October 25th, 2025

Before Ninja Gaiden 4: why the original trilogy still matters and how it set the bar for action games
Ninja Gaiden 4 has launched and is busy blowing everyone away with its spectacular hack and slash gameplay and savagely difficult boss fights.
October 25, 2025 — Source

I've never been a gaming PC guy, but this laptop changed my perspective for the better
The 10th-gen Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is a fully loaded gaming laptop featuring a stunning 16-inch, 240Hz OLED display.
October 25, 2025 — Source

Microsoft responds to Gaming Copilot controversy, says it uses screenshots to understand in-game events, not for training AI models — optional feature can be turned off, but not easily uninstalled
Microsoft says it isn't using your data to train its AI.
October 25, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — October 24th, 2025

Asus ROG Xbox Ally X Review: The Fastest Handheld Gaming PC, But Not the Best Xbox
This is the most powerful handheld gaming PC yet, and while it offers solutions to some key problems, it's not as alluringly simple as a conventional Xbox.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Borderlands 4 October 23 Patch Introduces 10% Performance Improvement on PC
The video shared by MxBenchmarkPC highlights how the latest update for the new entry in the series by Gearbox Software introduces a roughly 10% performance improvement at both 4K and 1440p resolutions. While barely hitting 59 FPS at 4K resolution on a powerful GPU like the RTX 5080 is still a strong indication that more work is needed to improve Borderlands 4, these improvements are a step in the right direction.
October 24, 2025 — Source

MMO ends 19-year-wait for new skill with sailing finally washing ashore next month, expanding the Old School RuneScape map by 190%
Old School RuneScape devs have confirmed that the long-awaited Sailing update is releasing in just under a month on November 19.
October 24, 2025 — Source

New Battlefield 6 Update Tweaks Custom Search, Player Movement and Progression Updates Still to Come
EA released a Battlefield 6 update tweaking custom search and addressing bugs, with further player movement and progression changes still to come before Season 1.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Razer Launches Raiju V3 Pro Esports Game Controller for PlayStation 5 and PC
Razer, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced the launch of the Razer Raiju V3 Pro, a next-generation wireless gaming controller engineered for use with the PlayStation 5 console.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Vampire: The Masquerade -- Bloodlines 2 Review -- Hauntingly Disappointing
The Chinese Room's latest title has you stuck in a loop of endless conversations and travelling between objective markers but here we are.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — October 20th, 2025

ARC Raiders "Kind of Falls Apart" if Played in First-Person, Says Design Director
Embarks' Virgil Watkins says it's "very, very implausible" that the extraction shooter would ever receive a first-person mode.
October 20, 2025 — Source

Arc Raiders Dev Says Marathon's Reception Provided Some Clarity
Design director Virgil Watkins said Marathon was a "great A/B test" for Arc Raiders.
October 20, 2025 — Source

ARC Raiders Developer Found Marathon's Playtest "A Great A/B Test" for Its Design Decisions
"Obviously, they made decisions we didn't, and vice versa. So we could compare and contrast how some of those things shook out."
October 20, 2025 — Source

Arc Raiders players are split over nerfing drone enemies after the server slam for the new multiplayer shooter from ex-Battlefield devs: "That's a you issue not a game issue"
The new extraction shooter is already splitting opinion
October 20, 2025 — Source

Arc Raiders Server Test Put Up Some Huge Numbers On Steam
The servers have officially been slammed.
October 20, 2025 — Source

Bloodborne PC Remaster Project Dev Is Addressing Low-Quality Meshes Of Original PS4 Release
Fromsoftserve, the developer behind the Bloodborne PC Remaster project, is fixing one of the PlayStation 4 release's most significant graphical shortcomings, making the emulated version of the game the definitive way to experience the FromSoftware action RPG.
October 20, 2025 — Source

Don't underestimate Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era's arena mode -- it taught me how to win a campaign after 5 failed attempts
Now Playing | If at first you don't succeed, try arena mode again
October 20, 2025 — Source

Legion Go 2 Docked Mode Performance Tested: Perfect Blend of Portability & Performance?
Have you ever imagined a handheld gaming device that could seamlessly transform into a desktop-class powerhouse? The Legion Go 2 is here to challenge everything you thought you knew about portable gaming. With its sleek design, vibrant OLED display, and detachable controllers, this device doesn't just blur the line between handheld and desktop gaming, it obliterates it.
October 20, 2025 — Source

Microsoft might be working on an official Xbox emulator for PC
Earlier this year, a rumour began doing the rounds claiming that Microsoft was working on an official Xbox emulator for Windows devices. At the time, doubt was cast on the rumour but now months later, it has resurfaced.
October 20, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — October 17th, 2025

How to choose a gaming handheld (by someone who tests the latest portables)
Steps for picking your next portable pal.
October 17, 2025 — Source

How to Get Started in the World of Pax Dei, Available Now with PC Game Pass
Pax Dei is a social sandbox MMO inspired by the legends of the medieval era. In this immense, open-world playground, you choose the role you want to play. Explore the land, build your home, forge your reputation... your choices will craft your story. Together with thousands of fellow players, you'll decide what to make of this world.
October 17, 2025 — Source

I spent an undisclosed but fireable amount of time playing games at work, and here are my 10 Steam Next Fest demos you shouldn't miss before they're gone
With one weekend left, here are the unmissable Steam Next Fest demos you could be playing for free right now
October 17, 2025 — Source

Marvel Rivals Unleashes The Zombie Apocalypse In Its New PvE Mode
The new mode drops later this month.
October 17, 2025 — Source

Retirement Denied: GTX 1650 Super and RX 570 still handle Battlefield 6 (barely)
Battlefield 6 runs on 9 year old GPU worth less than game: Radeon RX 570 with 4GB
October 17, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — October 15th, 2025

A zombie apocalypse sim that puts you on the front lines of a The Last of Us-style outbreak is tearing up Steam Next Fest
Dammit Jim, I'm a doctor
October 15, 2025 — Source

Free-to-Play, 'Horrorverse' Shooter Rules of Engagement: The Grey State Arrives on PC in 2026
Grey State Studio is a new developer and a subsidiary of the massive China-based publisher, Tencent, and today, the studio announced its debut title which is due to arrive on PC sometime in 2026. Rules of Engagement: The Grey State is a free-to-play, first-person shooter set in a "Horrorverse" where you take on an ever growing list of nightmarish creatures in waves.
October 15, 2025 — Source

I never really vibed with XCOM 2, but this Steam Next Fest demo is a turn-based strategy RPG I can finally get behind
Menace's suppression system fixes everything that annoyed me about XCOM
October 15, 2025 — Source

MAINGEAR Unleashes Hell with Ultra-Premium Limited Edition DOOM EDITION Desktop Gaming PC Drop
MAINGEAR is releasing a limited-edition DOOM EDITION gaming PC, forged in collaboration with HAVN, featuring unique DOOM-themed designs and high-end components.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Rules of Engagement: The Grey State is a New Horror-Themed PvPvE Extraction Shooter, Out in 2026
The game is slated to feature horror entities from just about any scary story you might have seen, from movies to creepypasta.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Some Of The Best Shoot-'Em-Ups Of All Time Are Getting Removed From Steam
Psikyo's catalog represents a masterclass in bullet-hell design.
October 15, 2025 — Source

The biggest roguelike in Steam Next Fest is a Braveheart-inspired musou fighter with almost perfect reviews
Tears of Metal, inspired by Braveheart, is a notable roguelike demo. Players fight invaders after a meteor strike to reclaim their island, wielding a Braveheart-esque character.
October 15, 2025 — Source

The Outer Worlds 2 wasn't going to have a third-person view until Obsidian saw the demand from fans: "We actually didn't start doing it until two years ago"
Obsidian brought in another studio to make sure The Outer Worlds 2 had the feature
October 15, 2025 — Source

The ROG Xbox Ally X Makes Me Want to Play More PC Games
I still want to scream at Windows, but less than the last time I reviewed one of these.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — October 13th, 2025

Battlefield 6 Players Are Taking Advantage of XP Farms in Portal While EA Tries to Stop Them
Battlefield 6 has been out on PC and consoles for three days at the time of this writing, and already, players are getting frustrated with the XP grind to unlock new weapons and attachments. So, players have turned to an old workaround for Battlefield games: create a custom server in Portal, and farm XP in bot matches. EA, for its part, is trying to stop players from boosting by shutting down the more popular farms, but players can always make new ones.
October 13th — Source

Kingmakers -- 13 Details You Need to Know
Redemption Road Games and TinyBuild might be on to something with a premise that's as unique as they come, working well with a gameplay loop that could be what RTS and action fans have always dreamed of.
October 13th — Source

Reanimal Demo is Out Now on PC
Venture to the Mill in search of Hood and evade the mysterious - and deadly - Sniffer while exploring the Trainyard in this free demo.
October 13th — Source

Gaming — PC — October 10th, 2025

AYANEO Pocket Air Mini: A Compact Console for Perfect for Retro Gamers
What if you could carry an entire era of gaming history in your pocket? The AYANEO Pocket Air Mini promises just that, a compact, retro-inspired handheld designed to rekindle the joy of classic gaming while embracing the convenience of modern technology. With its 4:3 aspect ratio display, lightweight build, and customizable controls, this device is more than just a gaming gadget; it's a portal to the past, reimagined for today's on-the-go lifestyle.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Battlefield 6 Benchmark: 43 GPUs Tested
Image Quality Comparisons, Preset Scaling, 1080p, 1440p & 4K Benchmarks
October 10, 2025 — Source

KitGuru Games: Battlefield 6 is a strong return to form + PC benchmarks
The Battlefield 6 beta was met with a wave of optimism over the Summer, and now, launch day is finally upon us. I've been playing the game in early access over the past week, giving me ample opportunity to see the campaign and dive into multiplayer modes. I'm pleased to report that Battlefield 6 is a strong return to form, doing away with all the controversial changes found in Battlefield 2042 and delivering the quintessential Battlefield experience
October 10, 2025 — Source

RPG legend Josh Sawyer says the reason classics like Baldur's Gate disappeared in the '00s was "because retailers told us no one wanted to buy them"
"We asked if we could see the research and they basically told us to trust them"
October 10, 2025 — Source

Ubisoft Adds Two Classic RPGs To Game Pass
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of an iconic franchise, two of its classic video games have come to Game Pass.
October 10, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Gaming — PC — October 8th, 2025

Baldur's Gate 3 publishing director joins Palworld dev, FPS legend Shroud, and thousands of positive players on Steam on the Megabonk hype train: "It's the perfect brain rot"
The indie roguelike Megabonk has become a breakout hit, surpassing games like Call of Duty, and gaining praise from industry figures like a Baldur's Gate 3 developer.
October 8, 2025 — Source

Battlefield 6 Developers Are Confident About Multiplayer Servers Holding Up on Day One
While all online games are notorious for having server issues when they launch, the Battlefield series has a history of bad launches.
October 8, 2025 — Source

Battlefield 6 official PC requirements, console performance, and mandatory software
Battlefield 6 is right around the corner, and the official PC specifications are out, along with what software you will need to be able to launch the game.Read more: https://www.tweaktown.com/guides/11201/battlefield-6-official-pc-requirements-console-performance-and-mandatory-software/index.html
October 8, 2025 — Source

Battlefield 6 Ultra and Ultra++ PC Requirements Revealed
These system requirements are for running Battlefield 6 at 1440p or 4K and getting at least 60 FPS while cranking the graphics up.
October 8, 2025 — Source

Battlefield 6 versus Battlefield 5 -- What's New?
With the biggest Battlefield yet launching later this week, how does it measure up to the last numbered entry in the series?
October 8, 2025 — Source

Battlefield 6, Little Nightmares III, and Crimson Desert All Launching With DLSS 4 Multi Frame Gen Support
Battlefield 6 is out in just two days from the time of this writing, and when it launches, it'll do so with support for NVIDIA's DLSS 4 Multi Frame Gen technology, alongside Little Nightmares III, which also launches on October 10, and with DLSS 4 Multi Frame Gen support.
October 8, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Ninja Gaiden 4, Keeper, The Casting of Frank Stone and More Headline Game Pass Wave 1 in October
Game Pass Premium subscribers can also access Ninja Gaiden 2 Black, He is Coming, and Eternal Strands from October 15th.
October 8, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — October 3rd, 2025

Borderlands 4 Patch Fixes Performance Degradation Issue on PC, Introduces Many Vault Hunter Buffs
Gearbox Software released a Borderlands 4 patch fixing PC performance issues and buffing several Vault Hunters. The Nintendo Switch 2 version is indefinitely delayed.
October 3, 2025 — Source

FIFA is back with a new arcade football game, but there's no PC version announced
FIFA has officially thrown its hat back into the video game ring following its high-profile split with EA. The organisation has announced a new arcade-style football game called FIFA Heroes, which is being developed by Enver Studio and is scheduled to launch in 2026.
October 3, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Gamers, this is the RAM you want in your PC
The variety of RAM on offer nowadays can make your head spin. But it's quite simple for PC gamers, currently only this certain RAM configuration makes sense.
October 3, 2025 — Source

Latest Steam Hardware Survey Reveals 8 GB GPUs Are Declining -- Here's What Has Changed As Per September Report
The latest Steam Hardware Survey, as of September 2025, reveals significant shifts in the gaming hardware landscape. The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU continues to hold the top position, increasing its share to 4.84%, but newer GeForce RTX 50 series cards are gaining traction, with the RTX 5070 leading at 1.69% and the RTX 5060 following at 1.13%. The RTX 5060 Laptop GPU is also showing promise and may eventually surpass the RTX 4060 Laptop.
October 3, 2025 — Source

Path Tracing Took 6 Months to Implement in DOOM: The Dark Ages; id Software Dev Thinks the Tech Will Spread Further
id Software's Billy Khan discussed implementing path tracing in DOOM: The Dark Ages, a process that took six months and is expected to become more widespread.
October 3, 2025 — Source

SCUF Gaming Introduces Valor Pro Wireless Controller for Xbox and PC
SCUF Gaming, creator of the high-performance gaming controller category and part of the Corsair family of brands, today announced the SCUF Valor Pro Wireless Performance Controller for Xbox and PC, available now starting at $189.99. The SCUF Valor Pro Wireless continues to build on SCUF's legacy of innovation and customization with key input from creators and international esports pros.
October 3, 2025 — Source

'We're Taking Your Concerns Very Seriously but There Are No Easy Solutions' — Arrowhead Explains Why the Helldivers 2 Installation Size Is So Big on PC
Blame HDDs.
October 3, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — September 29th, 2025

ASUS's Tony Secures 12 World Records With B850M AYW Gaming OC WiFi7 Using Ryzen 9000 CPUs
ASUS's Tony broke twelve world records in Cinebench tests using the B850M AYW Gaming OC WiFi7 motherboard and Ryzen 9000 processors, achieving high clock speeds with liquid nitrogen cooling.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Classic PC MMO Habbo Hotel is coming to Steam
Classic PC MMO Habbo Hotel is coming to Steam as Habbo Hotel: Origins. Based on the 2005 version, it will receive seasonal updates.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Dawn of War 4's New Gameplay Trailer Sparks Complaints About Voice Acting, the Inclusion of Primaris Marines, and Even the Colors — but It Wouldn't Be Warhammer 40,000 Without Some Heresy, Would It?
The new gameplay trailer for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4 has sparked community complaints regarding voice acting, the inclusion of Primaris Marines, and even the game's visuals.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Reach Gets New Trailer Showcasing VR Gameplay and the Underground City of Ferra
The newest trailer for Reach also explains the origins of the city of Ferra, and how it was built by artificial beings created by humans.
September 29, 2025 — Source

RGG Studios credits PC gamers for Yakuza's global success
RGG Studios credits PC gamers for the Yakuza series' global success, stating their support following Yakuza 0's release was "special significance."
September 29, 2025 — Source

Outward 2 Arrives in Summer 2026, Playtests Announced
Nine Dots Studios' Outward 2, launching Summer 2026 for PC, features improvements like responsive combat and a seasonal cycle, with playtests planned.
September 29, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

This Horror Game From A Halo And Destiny Writer Will Kick Off A New Connected Universe
Ire: A Prologue, a new first-person horror game from ProbablyMonsters, will kick off a connected horror universe. It's led by a former Halo and Destiny story lead and arrives October 28, 2025 on PC.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV Gets First Gameplay Trailer
Deep Silver and KING Art Games have officially unleashed the first trailer captured entirely from in-engine gameplay for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV during the PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct. The Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV "Back to War" In-engine Trailer marks a long-awaited return to the planet Kronus, many years after the events of Dawn of War: Dark Crusade.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Xbox's September Update Expands AI Assistant Gaming Copilot
Xbox players on console and PC can also expect some welcome changes that streamline the UI.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — September 26th, 2025

ASUS ROG Xbox Ally & Ally X Pricing Confirmed As Preorders Go Live
At long last, the ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X and ROG Xbox Ally are available to preorder from multiple retailers, which also means we finally have confirmation on how much these handhelds cost. Dispensing with the suspense, the higher-end ROG Xbox Ally X is priced at $999.99, while the toned-down ROG Xbox Ally (non-X model) costs $599.99.
September 26, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

'Hitman' Update Finally Puts PC VR Version at Parity with PSVR 2, Includes 'Freelancer' Mode
IO Interactive announced that Hitman World of Assassination has finally got its long-awaited PC VR patch, bringing new life to a sorely neglected port.
September 26, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — September 25th, 2025

By Grit Alone Creeps Towards PC VR Next Month
For the unfamiliar, By Grit Alone by Crooks Peak is an intense action horror game that originally launched on Quest last November. Offering a sci-fi anthology of narrative tales with writing talents like Antony Johnston (Dead Space) and Emma Beeby (Judge Dredd), this sees you exploring derelict starships in the "Bermuda Triangle of space" as you fend off vicious aliens to survive.
September 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Forza Horizon 6: Answering the Big Questions About That Japan Setting
After years of requests, it's official -- Forza Horizon 6 is coming in 2026, and it will be set in Japan. Announced today during the Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2025 Broadcast, we saw a cinematic teaser trailer that included Easter eggs from each of the previous games in the open world driving series -- before offering a glimpse at the incredible world Playground Games is creating.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Hades 2 tops Metacritic's PC game chart for 2025
Roguelike sequel has beaten the likes of Hollow Knight: Silksong and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
September 25, 2025 — Source

Hitman World Of Assassination Gets PC VR Overhaul To Match PS VR2 Edition
Hitman World of Assassination has been updated on PC VR to match the PlayStation VR2 edition.
September 25, 2025 — Source

How to watch PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct — PC Gamer's digital 2025 showcase
PC Gamers' Midas and the award-winning radio and television presenter Elle Osili Wood are hosting PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct 2025.
September 25, 2025 — Source

I absolutely adore Hades 2, and this epic from Supergiant Games lives up to my wildest expectations
Supergiant Games one-ups itself with a stunning sequel to Hades that's somehow even better.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Is Marvel's Wolverine coming to PC?
Sony finally showed off more of its next Marvel project, Wolverine, which is set to launch towards the tail end of 2026.
September 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Revamps Japan With World Update 20, Out Now
The update brings with it revamps to a number of different areas in Japan, as well as a host of highly-detailed handcrafted airports.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Nvidia GeForce NOW gets support for Mecha BREAK, Baby Steps, Endless Legend 2, more
Nvidia is back with another update to its popular cloud gaming platform GeForce NOW. With September coming to a close, this time, 10 games are receiving support, including Endless Legend 2, Baby Steps, and Mecha BREAK.
September 25, 2025 — Source

One More Level Announces Valor Mortis Playtest Coming Next Month
One More Level, the studio behind the first-person melee/platforming action Ghostrunner games, is ditching the neon-colored futuristic aesthetics of its previous series and moving on to a fantastical version of 19th-century Europe with its next upcoming title, Valor Mortis.
September 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Qualcomm promises major improvements for PC gaming on Snapdragon-powered Windows 11 PCs — with anti-cheat support, Razer peripherals, and more in the pipeline
Qualcomm has promised that major improvements are on the way for gamers on Snapdragon-powered Windows 11 PCs. Windows on Arm is levelling up when it comes to PC game performance and compatibility.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Sins of a Solar Empire II Reinforcements DLC lands with new Command Ships and win conditions
The Reinforcements DLC for Sins of a Solar Empire II that Stardock announced earlier this month is now ready for launch. This latest premium add-on is only the second piece of DLC to hit the game since the Paths to Power scenario pack, and it adds on brand-new ships as well as faction-specific win conditions for the endgame. Check out the launch trailer for the DLC above.
September 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Sony Unveils Pulse Elevate Wireless Speakers For Your PC Gaming Desktop
At its State of Play event, Sony announced the Pulse Elevate, its "first wireless speakers" designed for PC desktops and other platforms, including Mac and PS5. The twist here is that they're portable, giving them more versatility than a standard set of 2.0 speakers. They're also compatible with Bluetooth devices, allowing players to simultaneously listen via a PlayStation Link-connected device for in-game audio and a separate Bluetooth device for music, voice chat, and so forth.
September 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Soulslike Boss Rush Game 'NAMMO' Announced for PC
Pixel art is never a bad choice.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Steam beta helps players prep for games requiring Secure Boot or TPM
Steam Hardware Survey will also start collecting Secure Boot and TPM data
September 25, 2025 — Source or Source

Ten more titles land on GeForce Now this week
There are ten more games joining the GeForce Now library this week. While there are plenty of new games in this week's update, the standout for me is the legendary Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney trilogy, which will now be playable on virtually any internet-connected device.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — September 22nd, 2025

Endless Legend 2 is Out Now in Early Access
Amplitude Studios' 4X strategy sequel takes place on a new planet and offers five playable factions with a sixth coming sometime later.
September 22, 2025 — Source

FSR 4 on Older Radeon GPUs Tested: Improves Image Quality With Minor Performance Hit
After AMD recently leaked its own FSR 4 libraries on its GPUOpen GitHub repo, replete with libraries that support older hardware, it was only a matter of time before enterprising modders started demonstrating how those libraries could be used to port FSR to older RDNA GPUs.
September 22, 2025 — Source

Gamers run FSR 4 on RDNA2 GPUs: better image quality, but 10--20% lower performance
On forums such as Chiphell and Reddit communities, users documented FSR 4 running on GPUs like the Radeon RX 6800 XT and RX 6600. The feature is enabled through modded INT8 DLL files, originally derived from the leaked FSR SDK commits. In Stellar Blade tests, a RX 6800 XT achieved over 110 FPS with FSR 3 Quality mode, but performance dropped to around 100--107 FPS under FSR 4 Quality. That equates to a 10--20% reduction, though players say the improved upscaling makes the loss acceptable in titles already running above 100 FPS.
September 22, 2025 — Source

Hollow Knight: Silksong Mod Adds Rudimentary PvP Multiplayer
Team Cherry's Hollow Knight: Silksong is a smashing success, as evidenced by the overwhelmingly positive reviews and the estimated five million players across all platforms. With that said, there is one thing that the game lacks: multiplayer of any kind.
September 22, 2025 — Source

Lenovo Legion Go 2 pre-orders paused due to demand
Lenovo appears to be having some issues keeping up with demand for its new Legion Go Gen 2 handheld system. The new handheld, which offers the same improvements as the upcoming ROG Xbox Ally, has been available for pre-order, but some customers have had their orders cancelled due to demand.
September 22, 2025 — Source or Source

Microsoft's Copilot is coming to inject AI into your Windows PC games
Microsoft demands AI in everything, even AI that watches you play video games.
September 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Z1 Extreme versus Z2 Extreme versus HX 370: Handheld Gaming APU Showdown
What if the promise of handheld gaming perfection isn't as simple as upgrading to the newest hardware? With the Z1 Extreme, Z2 Extreme, and HX 370 vying for dominance, gamers are left with a tough choice: stick with a proven performer, or chase the allure of innovative technology. Each of these APUs claims to redefine the handheld gaming experience, but the reality isn't so clear-cut.
September 22, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — September 19th, 2025

AMD FSR 4 Brings Significant Improvements in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Stellar Blade on Steam Deck
AMD FSR 4 works wonders on Steam Deck, introducing significant image quality improvements in select games that make the performance hit more than worth it in most cases.
September 19, 2025 — Source or Watch Video or Watch Video

AYANEO Pocket AIR Mini: Meet the company's first sub-$100 gaming handheld
AYANEO actually did it.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Borderlands 4 Optimization: Improving a Big Mess
The Best Settings to Change on PC
September 19, 2025 — Source

Borderlands 4 Tested: GeForce RTX 5070 Ti & RTX 5080 Performance With and Without DLSS
We benchmarked Borderlands 4 on the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti and RTX 5080 at 4K/1440p, comparing DLSS on vs off across multiple presets.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Building in the Thermaltake Tower 250 made me furious about one design flaw that could be easily solved — cramped cable cut-outs and inaccessible I/O
The IO is harder to reach than Jupiter's moons, and looks like the Great Red Spot in an otherwise clean-looking system
September 19, 2025 — Source

Cyberpunk 2077 Sequel Looks Set to Include Multiplayer, Years After Cyberpunk 2077 Online Mode Scrapped
Hmm... upgrades.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Firm predicts wildly optimistic view of 2025 PC gaming, then an exodus
Are PC gamers going to increase spending by 35 percent in this economy?
September 19, 2025 — Source

GPU sales skyrocketed 27% last quarter — tariff jitters sparked an odd gaming hardware spending surge in Q2 '25
Unfortunately, we live in interesting times, and the sales data reflects that.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Lenovo cancels some Legion Go 2 preorders after demand exceeds projections
Just as we thought the Ryzen Z2E launch couldn't get any more confusing, this happens.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Steam will wind down support for 32-bit Windows as that version of Windows fades
Change only affects 32-bit Windows 10; Windows 7 and 8 lost support years ago.
September 19, 2025 — Source or Source

The best gaming monitors: 9 displays that will do your games justice
These vivid, colorful gaming monitors will leave your jaw on the floor.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Windows 10 end-of-support could spark PC gaming hardware boom
Windows 11 requirements could force 100 million upgrades
September 19, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — September 16th, 2025

Dispatch, the Superhero Comedy from Ex-Telltale Devs, Confirms PC + PS5 Release Date and Episodic Release
Picking up where Telltale left off.
September 16, 2025 — Source

EVE Vanguard: Operation Nemesis is Now Linked to EVE Online, Achieving CCP's Long-Time Dream
Today, CCP Games announced the launch of Operation Nemesis, a major milestone for its MMOFPS EVE Vanguard. The studio has famously attempted to link its long-running sci-fi MMORPG EVE Online to a shooter game with the likes of Dust 514 and its spiritual successors that never saw the light of release, such as Project Nova. Despite the failures, CCP Games continued to find the right way to achieve that vision, and now they're one step closer with the London studio's game.
September 16, 2025 — Source

'My Advice to Users Is to Accept Reality and Tune, or to Not Play' — Randy Pitchford Is at the 'Get a Refund From Steam' Stage of the Borderlands 4 PC Performance Backlash
"I'm trying to be helpful."
September 16, 2025 — Source

Study shows games with short early access periods are more successful
The Early Access model has become a staple of PC gaming, but a new report from industry analyst firm NewZoo suggests there's a fine line between a successful development period and staying in the oven for too long. According to its 2025 Global Games Market Report, there is a clear "sweet spot" for how long a game should be in Early Access to maximise its 1.0 launch success.
September 16, 2025 — Source

The Lift Turns Mundane Productivity Into a Clever Puzzle Game
Turning busywork into brainwork.
September 16, 2025 — Source

This Spooky Job Sim Combines Several Of My Favorite Games With A Twist
The Lift is different parts Control, Prey, Pacific Drive, and most oddly, House Flipper.
September 16, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Valve updates Steam to make it easier for devs to assess how discounts impact sales
Publishers will be able to assess all discount periods run since November 2021
September 16, 2025 — Source

Windows Xbox app update now pulls in your Steam and other PC games
The update, ahead of the Asus ROG Xbox Ally release, is the latest attempt to aggregate and unify PC game libraries on Windows.
September 16, 2025 — Source or Source

Xbox on PC Gets Gaming Library, Apps, and Play History
Starting today, we're excited to share that new updates are rolling out for Xbox on PC and handheld that make it easier to launch and manage your games and apps - all in one place. In response to feedback we've heard from Xbox Insiders and our community, we've introduced several new features to enhance your gaming experience on Windows PCs and handhelds.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — September 9th, 2025

3D Pinball bug allowed the game to run at 5,000 FPS in Windows NT when faster CPUs arrived— former Microsoft programmer didn't add a rev limiter when porting game from Windows 95 to NT
It's all going to be a blur.
September 9, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

AMD expands FSR 4 with drop-in support for 85 games with latest Radeon driver update - but you still need an RDNA 4 GPU
Support for FSR 4 officially expands to a total of 85 games
September 9, 2025 — Source

Borderlands 4 PC Specs Revealed, Alongside Graphics Settings And Accessibility Features
2K and Gearbox officially announce the Borderlands minimum and recommended PC specs.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Borderlands 4 Officially Licensed Wireless Xbox Controller Releases Alongside The Game
PowerA's Special Edition wireless Xbox and PC controllers have four remappable back buttons, trigger locks, Hall Effect sticks, custom profiles, and more pro-style features.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Build A Japanese Vending Machine Empire In This Cute Management Sim
Master passive income with Vending Machine Co in a new free demo.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Build a Killer SteamOS 1440p Gaming PC on a Budget
What if you could build a gaming PC that delivers stunning 1440p performance without breaking the bank? In a world where high-end gaming rigs often come with eye-watering price tags, the idea of achieving console-quality gameplay on a budget might sound too good to be true. But here's the twist: by combining the power of modern hardware with the efficiency of SteamOS, it's not only possible, it's practical.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Doomsday Diner, a FPS+Diner Sim Mash-Up, Announced for PC
Got a lousy customer in this post-apocalypse? Pop a cap in 'em.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Is Zen 5 Finally Better for Gaming? Ryzen 9600X versus 7600X
Gaming Benchmarks
September 9, 2025 — Source

Legion Go 2's high price draws backlash. Lenovo's response isn't helping
A fully-loaded Legion Go 2 handheld will cost as much as a gaming laptop, but without the discrete GPU.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Lenovo defends Legion Go 2's high price: product "aimed at enthusiast who are willing to invest"
Say farewell to $700 gaming handhelds? Lenovo defends high price of Legion Go 2
September 9, 2025 — Source

Pro Counter-Strike 2 gamer says game runs like 'a**' on anything other than AMD's Ryzen 9800X3D — custom demo of the game runs at under 200 FPS even on on AMD's best gaming CPUs
Esports pro Ropz asked X users to run a replay of a CS2 match featuring intensive gameplay, and even Ryzen 9 9950X3D's are dipping below 200 FPS.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Skyblivion Is Still Aiming For 2025, Even As Former Dev Calls It A "Massive Mistake"
One former Skyblivion dev claims the mod isn't ready to release.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Team Cherry's First Patch for Hollow Knight Silksong Makes The Early Game Easier
Hollow Knight Silksong is finally out and available for anyone who wants it across all major console platforms and PC, and after years of working on it to get it ready for release, Team Cherry has officially moved to working on it post-release. Earlier today, the studio debuted the patch notes for Hollow Knight Silksong's first update, which mainly fix plenty of bugs and progression issues, but also include balancing fixes for players struggling in the early game.
September 9, 2025 — Source

The RedMagic Astra Is the Best Gaming Tablet You Can Buy
Competing tablets might be a better value, but after testing the Astra, I can say this little tablet gives you the best gaming experience.
September 9, 2025 — Source

This Atari handheld with retro controls is finally available for preorder
Nearly two years after it was first announced the Atari Gamestation Go will launch in October 2025 for $180.
September 9, 2025 — Source or Source or Watch Video

Turtle Beach's Three New Designed for Xbox Racing Game Accessories Are Now Available for XBOX & PC
Leading gaming accessories maker Turtle Beach Corporation today announced three new Designed for Xbox racing game accessories are now available globally. The three new racing accessories include two new VelocityOne Race simulation accessories for seasoned sim racers on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows - the Turtle Beach VelocityOne Race KD3 wheel and pedals system and Turtle Beach VelocityOne F-RX formula-style racing wheel, while the third is the new Turtle Beach Racer Wireless Racing Wheel for Xbox which gives aspiring racing game fans on Xbox and Windows an easier way to drive and an enhanced experience in games that feature racing or driving gameplay.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 won't require a high-end PC or much storage space
Light specs suggest smooth play on handhelds
September 9, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

You Can Configure an Alienware Aurora R16 RTX 5080 Gaming PC Starting at Just $2,099.99
Falling GPU prices are also lowering prices on premium prebuit gaming PCs.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — September 5th, 2025

Handheld Gaming PCs Are About to Get a Lot More Expensive
The Steam Deck came out more than three years ago now, starting at $399. Even at the time it seemed incredibly affordable for a system that let you play pretty much any PC game you threw at it. But fast forward to 2025, on the eve of a new generation of handheld gaming PCs powered by the AMD Z2 Extreme, and it seems like a downright bargain.
September 5, 2025 — Source

Hectic VR Arena Shooter Vex Mage Confirms October Launch On Quest & Steam
Vex Mage, a fast-paced co-op arena shooter, arrives next month with a slightly staggered launch on Quest and Steam.
September 5, 2025 — Source

Lenovo Legion Go 2 has a bigger battery, brighter display, faster processor... and higher starting price
The Lenovo Legion Go has been a popular Steam Deck alternative since it first launched nearly two years ago. But that doesn't mean there's no room for improvement to Lenovo's 8.8 inch handheld with detachable controllers.
September 5, 2025 — Source

Lenovo Legion Go 2 with Ryzen Z2 series to launch at $1099/€999
Lenovo has finally revealed its next gaming handheld, now officially called Legion Go 2. This system comes just as ASUS is set to launch its ROG Xbox Ally and just after MSI introduced its Claw A8 to the market (not all regions). All these systems seem to have one common problem, a high starting price. The Legion Go 2 is positioned as a high-end device, but unlike MSI's Claw and ASUS' Ally, it does bring some extra features.
September 5, 2025 — Source

Silksong crashes Steam, Nintendo eShop on release day — highly anticipated indie video game took six years to arrive and is already one of the most played games ever on Steam
Even Reddit's r/Piracy is recommending that everyone pays $20 for this indie game
September 5, 2025 — Source

The Lenovo Legion Go 2 will get Xbox-flavored Windows in spring 2026
The first handheld outside Asus that's confirmed to get it.
September 5, 2025 — Source

OneXPlayer X1 Air with Intel Core Ultra 200V goes up for preorder at $1099, supports new Mini-SSDs
OneXPlayer X1 Air: Lunar Lake, OCuLink, detachable controllers and keyboard and Mini-SSD
September 5, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — September 4th, 2025

Razer Wolverine V3 Pro 8K PC -- Specs, Price, and Release Date
Razer just rolled out a new controller for PC gamers—the Wolverine V3 Pro 8K PC—and it's their lightest wireless model yet. Announced on September 4, 2025, this controller is all about speed and precision. It runs at an 8,000 Hz polling rate whether you're using it wired or wireless, which means super-low input delay for competitive play. Pre-orders are live now in Japan, and both the wireless and wired versions will hit shelves on September 12.
September 4, 2025 — Source

Retro Fantasy VR Adventure DrakkenRidge Reaches Quest 3 Today
DrakkenRidge, a semi-open world VR adventure with a retro aesthetic, launches today on Quest 3.
September 4, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

'Steam Frame' Trademark Registered By Valve: Is This Deckard?
First listed publicly this week, the name Steam Frame is to be used for "Computer hardware; computer networking hardware; computer peripherals; computer hardware and computer software for the reproduction, processing, and streaming of audio, video, data, text, and multimedia content."
September 4, 2025 — Source

SteamVR Beta Now Automatically Installs The Oasis Driver For Windows MR Headsets
Valve updated SteamVR Beta to automatically install the Oasis driver for Windows MR headsets on Windows 11 24H2 and above.
September 4, 2025 — Source

Valve trademarks the 'Steam Frame,' but what the heck is it?
A new trademark filing has stirred up the rumor mill, with whispers of a Steam-branded console or a new VR headset swirling.
September 4, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

Gaming — PC — September 1st, 2025

Battlefield 6 won't bother with ray tracing — here's why that matters
Battlefield 6 developers are skipping ray tracing, focusing instead on smooth performance, lower specs, and accessibility across PC and consoles
September 1, 2025 — Source

Escape from Tarkov is finally coming to Steam
Escape from Tarkov is finally hitting V1.0 this year, with plans for a worldwide release on November 15th. Part of this launch is going to include a particularly big change, with Escape from Tarkov joining Steam for the first time.
September 1, 2025 — Source

GPD demos battery extension cable for Win 5 Ryzen MAX+ 395 handheld
GPD addresses "low-battery anxiety", shows battery extension cable and battery packs for Win 5 Ryzen MAX+ 395 handheld
September 1, 2025 — Source

Hell Is Us Review - Devil In The Details
Hell is Us promises a narrative adventure without the handholding, and mostly delivers on that through rewarding exploration and experimental combat.
September 1, 2025 — Source or Source or Watch Video

KONKR Pocket Fit Elite & AYANEO DS Revealed: Features, Specs and Innovations
What if the future of handheld gaming wasn't just about portability, but also about redefining how we interact with games? With the KONKR Pocket Fit Elite and the AYANEO DS, IO is making bold moves to reshape the handheld gaming landscape. These devices promise to deliver a unique blend of power, innovation, and affordability, targeting everyone from casual players to hardcore enthusiasts. But with so many options already crowding the market, from the Steam Deck to the ROG Ally, can these newcomers truly stand out? The answer might surprise you.
September 1, 2025 — Source

Lords of the Fallen II Already Shared Its PC Requirements
Lords of the Fallen II developer and publisher CI Games has already shared the game's PC system requirements, even though it may well be several months—if not a full year—before it actually launches. The specs have been listed on the Epic Games Store page, although they do not include any target resolution, frame rate, or graphics preset, making them quite vague.
September 1, 2025 — Source or Source

Gaming — PC — August 29th, 2025

AYANEO AM01S hits crowdfunding with AMD Hawk Point and Strix Point options (retro-style mini PC with a flip-up display)
The AYANEO AM01S is a mini PC with a case designed to evoke a desktop computer from the 1980s, and a built-in 4 inch display that flips up from the top of the system. When AYANEO first launched the little computer last year it was available with Ryzen 8040HS processor options based on AMD's Hawk Point architecture.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Battlefield 6 dev apologizes for requiring Secure Boot to power anti-cheat tools
Amid player complaints, EA says 330,000 cheaters were stopped in beta's first two days.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Battlefield 6 PC Specs Revealed: What You Need To Achieve 60 FPS At 4K Ultra
The minimum required specs include an Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600; an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060, AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT, or Intel Arc A380; 16GB of RAM clocked at 2,133MHz; and 55GB of storage. With this hardware players can expect 1080p resolution at 30 FPS running on Low Settings. An interesting note is that there is support for mechanical HDDs at this level.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Battlefield 6 Portal Mode Leak Shows Off Sandbox Gameplay Ahead of Launch
As the official release date of Battlefield 6 draws near, news and leaks of the upcoming FPS have started to become more frequent. The latest drop in the ocean of news and leaks reveals what we can expect of the return of Battlefield 2042's Portal game mode, which was the game's sandbox mode that introduced a version of user-generated content in the game. The return of Portal was confirmed alongside the recent PC specifications reveal, when EA also revealed how the game's progression system will tie into Portal via Verified Community Experiences.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Battlefield 6 Dev Put A Lot Of Effort Into Making The Game Hit Performance Targets On Wide Range of Hardware, Even Minimum Specs
A good portion of the Battlefield 6 open beta PC players were on or below minimum specs, but the game's development team made sure all players could enjoy the open beta properly, regardless of their system configuration.
August 29, 2025 — Source

DLSS Swapper Tool To Enable FSR 4 In FSR 3 Games But Here's How To Do It Manually
DLSS Swapper is an application that allows you to replace older DLSS versions with newer ones in games that never got updated with the latest models. It's arguably somewhat unnecessary now that NVIDIA's official App allows you to do this at the driver level, but it's still useful for the control it gives over specific DLSS versions, as well as as for folks that don't want to use NVIDIA's app for whatever reason.
August 29, 2025 — Source

EA Unveils Final Battlefield 6 PC System Specs
Earlier this month, EA revealed the Beta system specs for Battlefield 6 and now the final system requirements have been unveiled by the company, including what kind of hardware you need to play with ultra settings enabled. Starting with the minimum specs, not much has changed, but the potential good news is that the storage space required has decreased from 75 GB to 55 GB, which is a nice surprise.
August 29, 2025 — Source

GALAX launches GeForce RTX 5090D V2 HOF OC Lab Plus-X Edition
Following the ban on RTX 5090D, GALAX had to launch a new version.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Genshin Impact Studio Has An All New Honkai Adventure On the Way — Honkai: Nexus Anima
Expect a new blend of "creature collection with strategic adventure."
August 29, 2025 — Source

Lenovo Legion Go 2 with Ryzen Z2 Extreme to officially debut next week
IFA 2025 kicks off on September 5, and this is likely when Lenovo will introduce some of its new hardware. Among these is a laptop with a rotatable (not rollable) screen, allowing users to use it vertically or horizontally depending on preference. This could be useful for those writing longer texts or working with multiple windows on wider screens.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Lost Soul Aside Dev Acknowledges Performance Issues, Assures Players It is 'Actively Working on Optimizations'
"In its current state, I can't recommend this game."
August 29, 2025 — Source

Lost Soul Aside Dev Promises Fixes Are On The Way For Glitchy Cutscenes And More
A long journey that ends with a rough launch.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Lost Soul Aside Launches to "Mixed" Steam Reviews, Prologue Stuttering Addressed
Ultizero Games is also currently investigating performance issues on PC and promises to deploy an update with fixes "very soon."
August 29, 2025 — Source

Retro Medieval Vampiric "Boomer-Slasher" Bloodthief Arrives on PC Next Month
Bloodthief, a fast-paced, self-described "boomer-slasher" that puts you in the boots of a wall-running, parkouring vampire with a sword, will arrive on PC next month, on September 22, 2025.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Steam Deck 2 may not arrive until 2028 as Valve waits for next-gen performance
Likely in time for Zen 6, RDNA 5, or possibly even RDNA 6
August 29, 2025 — Source or Source

Steam rolls out new age verification system for PC gamers in the United Kingdom
Valve's PC gaming storefront Steam is the latest platform to roll out new rules for those residing in the United Kingdom. Complying with the recently passed Online Safety Act, UK users of Steam can no longer access any content deemed 'mature' unless they provide verification of their age by presenting a valid credit card.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Steam users in the UK will need a credit card to access 'mature content' games
Valve has started to comply with the UK's Online Safety Act.
August 29, 2025 — Source

'That Really Sucks' — Battlefield 6 Developer DICE Knows Anti-Cheat Measures Like Secure Boot Mean Some PC Gamers Just Won't Be Able to Play the Game
A kernel of truth.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Valve Has Started Requesting Age Verification for UK Steam Users to Access Mature Content
As a response to the enforcement of the UK Online Safety Act (spotted by VGC), Valve has begun requesting and requiring that UK players verify their age if they want to access any content pages marked as 'mature' on the platform.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — August 25th, 2025

2.5D Pixel-Art Cyberpunk Platformer Replaced Will Launch in Spring 2026
Replaced, the 2.5D pixel-art, retro-futuristic, cyberpunk-themed platformer that was first announced in 2021, has a new release window from developer Sad Cat Studios, with game director Yura Zhdanovich announcing, "with confidence," that Replaced will arrive on PC and Xbox Series X/S in Spring 2026.
August 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Abxylute unveils $1,700 Windows handheld with glasses-free 3D display
Where are the affordable Windows handhelds?
August 25, 2025 — Source

AYN Thor Dual Screen Handheld Combines OLED And Snapdragon At A Great Price
Gaming handhelds are super hot at the moment, with numerous offerings from big players such as Asus, MSI and Valve. While designs for these devices have mostly coalesced around a singular display flanked on both sides by buttons and joysticks, some companies opting for something more adventurous. AYN is one such company. It's readying the release of its Thor handheld, which is a homage to the Nintendo DS.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Delta Force Reaches New All-Time Concurrent-Player Record On Steam
The free-to-play shooter is putting up some big numbers.
August 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Dune Awakening to Launch on Consoles Roughly a Year After PC; Cross-Play Will Depend on Sony and Microsoft
At Gamescom 2025, we interviewed Dune Awakening Game Director Joel Bylos to discuss the game's launch on PC and the upcoming updates planned for the survival sandbox MMO. Among the various topics, we also inquired about the status of the console versions, which have long been scheduled for release. According to Bylos, the game will debut next year on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series, with an internal estimate that it should take around a year.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Hands-on with the Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X — possibly the best gaming handheld ever, still has some big questions to answer
We finally got to try the Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X at Gamescom, but with no mention of price, battery life, and user confusion over compatibility — there are still some big unanswered questions left.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Midnight Murder Club Review -- A Game That Never Found Its Crowd
Midnight Murder Club might have a clever premise for competitive shooting, but repetitive game modes and the lack of a player base holds it back.
August 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

NVIDIA Shows Off Significant Level Up of the GeForce NOW Experience at Gamescom 2025
Ahead of Gamescom 2025, NVIDIA announced what it has been calling the largest upgrade ever made to its GeForce NOW cloud gaming platform. The backbone is, of course, the advent of the Blackwell architecture previously seen in the GeForce RTX 50 Series graphics cards.
August 25, 2025 — Source

The Riftbreaker Update 2.0 Adds 4-Player Co-Op, An Expanded Campaign, and More
Developer and publisher Exor Studios has just released the latest update for The Riftbreaker, which includes a few significant features for the game. Update 2.0 introduces four-player online co-op to The Riftbreaker, along with an expanded campaign, an overhaul to the loot system, new Omega-Strain creatures, and more.
August 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Total Chaos Threatens Atmospheric Terror On PC VR
Total Chaos, a remake of the total conversion Doom II mod, will add PC VR support to the survival horror game post-launch.
August 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Warhammer 40K: Dawn Of War 4 Puts Single-Player At The Core Of The Game
Warhammer 40K: Dawn Of War 4 Puts Single-Player At The Core Of The Game
August 25, 2025 — Source

Why Final Fantasy XIV fans are review‑bombing the game on Steam
A cease‑and‑desist has sparked a wave of backlash from FFXIV's most dedicated players. Here's what's going on.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — August 22nd, 2025

AYN Thor dual-screen Android handheld game console with OLED displays and Qualcomm Snapdragon inside is available for pre-order for $249 and up
The AYN Thor is an upcoming handheld game console with a clamshell design: flip the lid upward and you're greeted by a 6 inch AMOLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate on top and a set of game controllers on bottom.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Corsair's new One a600 packs a Ryzen 9000X3D and RTX 5080 into a tiny chassis
Corsair has launched the latest version of its small form factor Corsair One PC, the a600. The new system continues the series' tradition of packing immense power into a compact vertical chassis, this time pairing a next-generation AMD Ryzen 9000X3D series CPU with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Double Fine's Tim Schafer Rules Out More Sequels for Now, So You Can Forget About Brütal Legend 2 and Psychonauts 3
Light at the end of the tunnel.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Escape From Tarkov Will Finally Escape Early Access This Fall
After over eight years in beta, Escape From Tarkov is going to get its official release in November.
August 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Extraction Shooter Escape From Tarkov Finally Has a 1.0 Release Date, 8 Years After Initial Launch
Get out of town.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Hands-On with Upcoming RTX Games at Gamescom: A First Look at Resident Evil: Requiem, PRAGMATA, and Borderlands 4
During Gamescom, NVIDIA has granted select media the opportunity to experience a first look at several upcoming and highly anticipated titles utilizing the latest RTX features and technologies. In this article, we'll be taking a look at the visual presentation of CAPCOM's latest entry in the Resident Evil series titled Requiem, a wholly new IP from CAPCOM with PRAGMATA, and Gearbox's Borderlands 4.
August 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Herdling Review -- Herd Instinct
With deceptively simple yet involving mechanics, a compelling wordless narrative and a solid emotional core, Herdling is worth playing.
August 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Hollow Knight Just Hit An All-Time Peak On Steam After Silksong Release Date Reveal
The 2017 original Hollow Knight is getting a nice bump on Steam.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Lost Soul Aside Trailer Offers New Gameplay, Details PC Features
HDR, native 4K support, advanced ray tracing, and more will be available when Ultizero Games' action RPG launches next week.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater Review - You're Pretty Good
Konami's Metal Gear Solid 3 remake is a safe but successful modernization of a beloved classic
August 22, 2025 — Source

Microsoft Xbox PC app adds third-party storefronts, pushing toward a unified gaming hub
Microsoft expands Xbox app with third-party storefronts and utilities, moving closer to a unified gaming hub
August 22, 2025 — Source

Replaced Is a Beautiful, Brilliant 2.5D Cyberpunk Thriller | gamescom 2025
Pixel art, possibly perfected.
August 22, 2025 — Source

The Best Handheld Gaming PCs to Take Your Games on the Go
Play PC games anywhere with a handheld gaming PC.
August 22, 2025 — Source

UL Benchmarks Launches Solar Bay Extreme for Ultra-Demanding Ray Tracing Testing
Even the best cards should struggle with this one.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — August 21st, 2025

Discounty Review - Long Live The Empire
The capitalist drive to achieve even greater profit is a compelling loop in Discounty, but the narrative around that cycle muddies things.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Doom runs surprisingly well on Anker Prime Charger — 150 MHz CPU and decent screen results in 'better than expected' FPS per mAh
'Anker Doom' runs pretty smoothly on the small color screen, using the click dial to navigate the claustrophobic corridors and slay demons.
August 21, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Geekom A9 Max Mini Gaming PC Rocks A Ryzen AI 9 HX370 And 80 TOPS Of AI Muscle
Geekom has officially announced the A9 Max Mini PC. While it's no M5 Mac Mini, the core of the A9 Max is a potent AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX370 processor, which in of itself is capable of 80 TOPS of total AI performance. Combined with an integrated Radeon 890M and fast innards, this machine is a nice addition to the burgeoning mini pc market and ought to be ideal for developers, content creators, and casual gamers.
August 21, 2025 — Source

GeForce Now adds eight Total War classics to the library
Nvidia started off the week with some major announcements for GeForce Now. We've already covered the new RTX 5080 upgrade, as well as new features like 'Instant Play' and the ability to install your own games. Now, it is time to take a look at something coming in the more immediate future -- new games for the library.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Herdling Review - Companion Quest
Okomotive's Journey-like adventure game delivers a strong emotional impact thanks to its memorable furry friends and a unique core concept.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Legion Go S versus Steam Deck: Is It Time to Switch?
Have you ever wondered what it would take to dethrone the Steam Deck as the king of handheld gaming? Enter the Legion Go S, a device that's not just vying for attention but boldly redefining what portable gaming can be. With its Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor and a stunning 8-inch display boasting a 120Hz refresh rate, this powerhouse doesn't just match the Steam Deck, it aims to surpass it. But here's the twist: while it delivers jaw-dropping performance and innovative features like lossless scaling, its premium price tag and a few quirks might leave some gamers questioning if it's worth the splurge.
August 21, 2025 — Source

MSI Expands MLG Series into Premium PC Gaming Components & Peripherals
MSI proudly unveils the MLG Series—an original character universe created celebrating creativity, performance, and storytelling in gaming. At its heart is Loong: Nia, also known as MLG (Mo-Loong-Gi, meaning "Dragon Princess" in Chinese)—the beloved youngest daughter of the Ancient Dragon King, and the first chapter in this epic saga. Inspired by her passionate and curious nature, the MLG Series features bold red accents that capture her fiery determination and adventurous spirit. This signature design not only honors her legend but also delivers a striking, unmistakable style that sets gamers apart.
August 21, 2025 — Source

This Classic Puzzle Game With An Adorable Robot Is One Of This Week's Epic Games Store Freebies
Two free games are now available to claim from the Epic Games Store this week.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — August 19th, 2025

Black State Trailer Showcases Ray-Traced Reflections and DLSS 4 Performance
Nvidia and developer Motion Blur have also confirmed that Black State will support modern DLSS 4 features like Multi Frame Generation.
August 19, 2025 — Source

GeForce NOW Gets An RTX 5080 Boost And Its Games Library Is About To Explode
In what NVIDIA is pitching as its GeForce NOW platform's biggest update yet, the game streaming service is making the jump to Blackwell with the infusion of GeForce RTX 5080-class GPUs in the cloud, enabling AI-powered features like DLSS 4 multi-frame generation to deliver game resolutions of up to 5K at 120 frames per second.
August 19, 2025 — Source

GPD Win 5 with AMD Ryzen AI MAX+ 395 Strix Halo launches October 17
The first Windows handheld with AMD Strix Halo will launch in two months
August 19, 2025 — Source

I Thought This Handheld Would Let Me Play Battlefield Anywhere. I Was Wrong
With Battlefield 6 on its way, it's time to take the fight on the road with my new gaming handheld, the Lenovo Legion Go S.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle on PC Will Get Nvidia RTX Hair Support on September 4
The enhanced hair rendering technology will be released alongside the upcoming The Order of Giants expansion early next month.
August 19, 2025 — Source or Source

Intel to Bundle Battlefield 6 with Core Processors and Arc Graphics Cards
Intel announced that it is bundling "Battlefield 6" with select Core and Core Ultra processors, prebuilts powered by qualifying processor models, as well as select Arc graphics cards, mobile GPUs, and prebuilts that include them. The bundle is part of the 2025 Intel Gamer Days promotion under the company's Software Advantage Program. Select processor and graphics models will also include productivity software such as Canvid, Vegas Pro 365 (limited period subscription), and XSplit Premium Suite (limited period subscription).
August 19, 2025 — Source

NVIDIA Releases GeForce Game Ready 581.08 WHQL Driver
NVIDIA has today released GeForce Game Ready 581.08 WHQL driver which brings support for a new NVIDIA App beta update. The new beta update adds support for global DLSS Overrides which enables users to activate DLSS Overrides for every game on your system at once. The driver also brings Smooth Motion for GeForce RTX 40 series GPUs.
August 19, 2025 — Source or Source or Source or Watch Video

Shinobi: Art Of Vengeance Is Getting Sega Guest DLC, Including Sonic's Eggman
Two other guest villains have yet to be revealed.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Sony just launched five new PC gaming peripherals, so I tried them all at once
https://www.theverge.com/hands-on/757680/sony-inzone-pc-gaming-headset-keyboard-mouse-hands-on
August 19, 2025 — Source

Sony Unveils First Gaming Keyboard, Mouse, And More New PC Gear
Sony is expanding its Inzone gaming lineup with a high-end gaming keyboard and mouse, a new wireless headset, in-ear monitors, and desk mats.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Valve update introduces language-specific ratings on Steam
Users will now see review scores calculated from those in their language for some games
August 19, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — August 17th, 2025

Battlefield 6 Open Beta Map Performance Comparison - Not Every Map is Created Equal
Battlefield 6's open beta maps have been benchmarked against each other to determine which is the most optimized map for performance.
August 17, 2025 — Source

Steam's new Performance Overlay is more accurate than Task Manager, says Valve — GPU utilization monitoring comes directly to Steam in latest client beta
But it has been pulled for now.
August 17, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — August 11th, 2025

Battlefield 6 Only Uses AI Soldiers for Training Grounds Playlists -- EA
The upcoming open beta of Battlefield 6 will also feature AI soldiers in the new Training Grounds play, dubbed Breakthrough Initiation.
August 11, 2025 — Source

Battlefield 6 Open Beta is the series' most popular Steam game
It's already the 18th most popular Steam game by all-time peak player count
August 11, 2025 — Source or Source

Endless Legend 2 Demo Out Now For One Week Only
The early access launch was delayed from August until September.
August 11, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Google to End Steam for Chromebook Beta on January 1, 2026
Steam for Chromebook was launched in 2022 as a Beta, primarily designed to bring PC gaming to ChromeOS devices.
August 11, 2025 — Source

PEAK's First Content Update, MESA, Launches on August 11th
A new desert biome with cacti and dust storms awaits players of the successful co-op climbing game later today on PC via Steam.
August 11, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — August 10th, 2025

Self-taught modder builds completely transparent Game Boy Color circuit board that actually works — PCB looks stunning when matched with fully transparent shell
The '90s kid in us will love this aesthetic.
August 10, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — August 9th, 2025

Battlefield 6 keeps crashing on Intel Arc GPUs — here are some workarounds until Intel releases a fix
Only certain GPUs are affected.
August 9, 2025 — Source

This Steam Deck OLED Memory Mod Doubles RAM To 32GB If You're Brave
A determined modder has finally cracked the code to upgrading the memory on Valve's Steam Deck OLED handheld. Isaac from SlickBuys Mods and Repair posted a video of the mod to YouTube, and in it, he explains that this has been a near-daily requested tutorial for the past two years, ever since he performed the same type of modification to the ASUS ROG Ally.
August 9, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Gaming — PC — August 8th, 2025

Batman: Arkham Knight Continues to Be A Visually Stunning Game With New HD Texture Pack
The first Batman: Arkham Knight HD texture pack is now available for download, ten years after the game's debut on PC and consoles.
August 8, 2025 — Source

be quiet! ASMR Build Featuring Silent Wings Pro 4
be quiet! is well known for its low noise approach to PC cooling, but what happens if you combine the Light Base 900 DX case, a 420mm Silent Loop 3 closed loop CPU cooler, a Pure Power 12 M PSU and a bunch of be quiet! Silent Wings Pro 4 140mm fans? Well, you end up with a virtually inaudible PC perfect for anything from gaming to workflow scenarios. Join us to see how we got on...
August 8, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Google to kill Steam for Chromebook beta in 2026 — Installed games will 'no longer be available to play'
Say goodbye to native Steam gaming on your ChromeOS device.
August 8, 2025 — Source or Source

Titan Quest 2 Is Getting New Chapters, Masteries, And More During Early Access
Developer Grimlore Games has plenty of content coming to Titan Quest 2, with major updates planned to drop every three months.
August 8, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — August 4th, 2025

AMD Achieves 40% CPU Market Share For The First Time In Steam Gaming Survey
It took some time, but AMD managed to breach a 40% adoption rate on Steam for the first time ever, according to Valve's latest Steam survey results. It's not inconceivable that AMD could match or even overtake Intel in Steam usage by this time next year, though caveats abound, including the very nature of these monthly hardware and software surveys.
August 4, 2025 — Source

AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme and Intel Core Ultra 7 258V MSI Claw handhelds compared side-by-side
Content creator and reviewer Golden Pig Upgrade shared the first side-by-side comparison of the Ryzen Z2 Extreme and Core Ultra 7 258V. Both architectures power the most high-end gaming handhelds on the market and are currently available exclusively from MSI (for now).
August 4, 2025 — Source

AMD's Z2 Extreme flies past Intel's Lunar Lake in new gaming benchmarks — MSI Claw 8 running at 17W favors the Z2E by roughly 8.5%, lead drops to 6% at 30W
We've seen plenty of power-versus-performance battles in the handheld gaming space, and the newest one pits two classic rivals against each other. Spotted first by HXL, MSI Claw A8, powered by AMD's new Ryzen Z2 Extreme, went head-to-head with the Claw 8 AI+ running Intel's Core Ultra 7 258V. Both chips were tested at different power limits, including the all-important 17-watt range that defines efficiency for handhelds.
August 4, 2025 — Source

AYANEO's New Budget Handheld Consoles Unveiled
What if handheld gaming didn't have to break the bank? With the rise of premium portable consoles, many gamers feel priced out of the action. Enter AYANEO's latest lineup of budget-friendly handheld consoles, a bold move aimed at shaking up the industry. Known for its innovation in portable gaming, AYANEO is now turning its attention to accessibility, offering devices that promise performance without the premium price tag.
August 4, 2025 — Source

Battlefield 6 has fragmented install feature that allows you to slim a full 80GB installation down to 55GB on PC — feature enables installing campaign and multiplayer separately
Optimization in the big 2025? Wow.
August 4, 2025 — Source

Here's The Best Way To Optimize Your Gaming Laptop For A Long-Lasting Battery
Modern gaming laptops can pack a whole lot of power into surprisingly slim and light packages, allowing users to play demanding games on the go. But their biggest strength is also their most common weakness. There are Windows laptops with amazing battery life, but gaming laptops are rarely among them. Like a street racing car tweaked to increase horsepower, gaming laptops are often optimized to feed as much power as possible to components such as the graphics card in order to increase gaming performance.
August 4, 2025 — Source

Report: Microsoft quietly disables vital Windows feature crippling many AMD Ryzen CPUs
Microsoft, in March earlier this year, published a new Xbox Game Bar update that changed the look and feel of the application. The app is essentially Microsoft's in-house overlay for Windows for gaming and helps monitor resource usage, as well as capture gameplay screenshots and videos, and more.
August 4, 2025 — Source

Stellar Blade 1.3.0 PC Patch Packs Photo Mode Improvements, Gameplay, Cutscenes and AMD FSR Changes and Fixes
A new Stellar Blade patch is now available on PC, introducing Photo Mode improvements as well as gameplay, cutscenes, and AMD FSR fixes and changes.
August 4, 2025 — Source

Valve refutes Mastercard's denial it has not pressured game platforms over NSFW content
Valve claims Mastercard used intermediaries to express concern over Steam's adult content
August 4, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — August 3rd, 2025

GPD Win 5 handheld gaming PC specs & performance preview: Strix Halo processor, 7 inch display, and no keyboard
This week GPD revealed that its next handheld gaming PC would be powered by an AMD Strix Halo processor, bringing discrete-class graphics to a handheld PC for the first time. But at the time the company didn't share many other details about the upcoming GPD Win 5, which left questions about battery life and overall usability.
August 3, 2025 — Source

I want a Steam Deck, but I'm scared to buy one
Despite a great price and some big stumbles by the competition, I can't quite convince myself to hop onto Valve's portable gaming PC.
August 3, 2025 — Source

MSI Claw A8 / 8 AI+ Handhelds With Ryzen Z2 Extreme & Intel Lunar Lake Tested Against One Another; Better GPU Performance With Great 1% Lows on AMD at 17W
Direct Comparison Between Claw A8 and Claw 8 AI+ Shows Better Performance Per Watt by the AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme Chip Versus Intel Lunar Lake and Superior 1% Lows
August 3, 2025 — Source

Ryzen 7 9800X3D left Core i9-14900K in the dust in Battlefield 6 early streamer tests — both systems included an RTX 5080, but the 3D V-Cache system was roughly 30% faster
Consoles aren't left behind, though.
August 3, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — August 2nd, 2025

AMD Strix Halo-powered gaming handheld reveals desktop-like GPU performance — Ryzen AI Max+ 395 was a hairline from the RTX 4060
Too bad GPD limited the APU to just 70 watts.
August 2, 2025 — Source

Anbernic RG477M handheld game console has a 4.7 inch, 120 Hz display with a 4:3 aspect ratio
What really helps it stand out from an increasingly crowded field though, it the display: it has a 4.7 inch, 1280 x 960 pixel IPS LCD touchscreen display with a 4:3 aspect ratio that should make it a great choice for retro gaming, but it's a modern display with up to a 120 Hz refresh rate.
August 2, 2025 — Source

Battlefield 6 To Feature NVIDIA DLSS, AMD FSR & Intel XeSS Support On PC
Battlefield 6, the upcoming blockbuster FPS from EA, will feature support for NVIDIA's DLSS, AMD FSR & Intel XeSS technologies on PC.
August 2, 2025 — Source or Source

Battlefield 6's Javelin anti-cheat Secure Boot requirement could kill its Steam Deck support
This is probably why the Deck and Linux gaming are not supported
August 2, 2025 — Source

Gamers continue switching to Windows 11 as the end of Windows 10 draws near
Microsoft is ending Windows 10 support in about two months, and ahead of this monumental event, users are switching to Windows 11, as indicated by Statcounter's latest data. On the gaming side, things are pretty much the same. Windows 11 has outpaced Windows 10 quite some time ago, and it has been increasing its market share ever since.
August 2, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — August 1st, 2025

AYANEO Showcases A Brand New Gaming Handheld Lineup At ChinaJoy; Unveils Qualcomm-Powered Pocket Handhelds
The new lineup of Pocket handhelds was launched by AYANEO in collaboration with Qualcomm, bringing the power of the Snapdragon G3 gaming platform.
August 1, 2025 — Source or Source

Battlefield 6 Battle Royale Mode: Trailer, Details, How To Sign Up For The Test
Battlefield Studios is building a new battle royale game.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Battlefield 6 requirements suggest it'll run on surprisingly modest PCs — EA VP says it still won't work on Steam Deck, though
You don't need an expensive PC to play BF6
August 1, 2025 — Source

Battlefield 6 PC Requirements Are Relatively Mild
Following the opening of pre-orders, Electronic Arts has also shared the minimum and recommended PC system requirements for Battlefield 6, and they are relatively mild for a 2025 Frostbite game that looks this good. It will also 'only' require 75GB of your drive's space at launch, and the game even runs on a traditional HDD.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Battlefield 6 PC requirements: Arc B580, RTX 3060 Ti, RX 6700 XT recommended GPUs
EA/DICE confirm Battlefield 6 will run fine on Arc B580
August 1, 2025 — Source

Can your PC run Battlefield 6? Full system requirements and multiplayer details revealed
Battlefield 6's minimum system requirements ask for at least an RTX 2060, RX 5600 XT 6GB, or Intel Arc A380 paired with an Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600 alongside 16GB of RAM. Considering the RTX 2060 came out in 2019, most people should be able to play the game. Even the minimum storage is a comparatively modest 55 GB.
August 1, 2025 — Source

EA DICE Puts Out Battlefield 6 Open Beta PC System Requirements
EA DICE is releasing an Open Beta of Battlefield 6 multiplayer later this month. Those who watched the Battlefield 6 multiplayer reveal showcase get to play the game between August 7-8. The first weekend when the servers are live are between August 9-10, and the second weekend between August 14-17. There will be a limited selection of maps, and while the Open Beta closely resembles the final release, it will not have the same eye-candy, and so the developers put out a PC System Requirements list exclusively for the Open Beta.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Grounded 2 hits major milestone already — player records on Steam set just days after early access release
The sequel to Grounded is already posting big numbers despite only just entering into early access.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Intel Partners With EA To Optimize Battlefield 6 On PC: XeSS 2 Support On Launch, Optimizations For Intel Core & Core Ultra CPUs
Battlefield 6 To Receive XeSS 2 Support On Launch Along With Optimizations For Core Ultra / Core CPUs, Thanks To EA & Intel Partnership
August 1, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

NVIDIA Releases GeForce Game Ready 580.88 WHQL Driver
NVIDIA has released GeForce Game Ready 580.88 WHQL driver which brings Game Ready support for Mafia: The Old Country and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 DLSS 4 with multi frame generation update. The driver also adds support for 62 new G-sync compatible displays. NVIDIA has also announced Maxwell, Pascal and Volta GPUs will receive quarterly security updates for the next 3 years.
August 1, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

Slime Rancher 2 is leaving Early Access this September
Slime Rancher 2 is the sequel to the cult-hit farming simulator which sees you grow and take care of different types of Slimes. Launched in Early Access all the way back in 2022, the sequel has adopted a similar development cycle to the first game -- to great success. Now, after nearly 3 years in Early Access, Slime Rancher 2 is almost ready to hit 1.0.
August 1, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Starfinder: Afterlight Arrives on PC In Early Access in 2026
Starfinder: Afterlight is a new turn-based RPG from developer and publisher Epictellers Entertainment, that's currently set to arrive on PC sometime in 2026 as an early access title on Steam. There's also a Kickstarter campaign players can register their interest in now, to be a part of the development journey for this new sci-fi fantasy adventure.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Steam posts sale dates for the first half of 2026
You don't get to know which games will be discounted, but at least you can know when your wallet will feel a little lighter.
August 1, 2025 — Source

This midrange Lenovo tablet has no business being this good (especially for traveling)
The 13-inch Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus is a multimedia powerhouse, featuring a brilliant display, excellent battery life, and powerful, room-filling speakers.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — July 29th, 2025

Ayaneo crams dedicated GPU-class Strix Halo and battery inside next-gen gaming handheld — second Ryzen AI Max+ 395 handheld boldly features an internal battery
Given the 55W default TDP of Strix Halo, battery life will almost certainly be short.
July 29, 2025 — Source

BSOD bug fixed: Windows 11 24H2 is now safe for more gaming PCs
A nasty compatibility bug between Easy Anti-Cheat and Intel's newer processors had blocked some users from updating to Windows 11 24H2. Microsoft has finally resolved the issue, but a few quirks remain.
July 29, 2025 — Source

Can I play Grounded 2 on Steam Deck, ROG Ally, and other handheld gaming PCs?
Here's how Grounded 2's early access plays on the best gaming handhelds.
July 29, 2025 — Source

Goosebumps: The Game is being delisted next week
It's unfortunately become far too commonplace for video games to be delisted from digital store fronts, with the likes of EA's Project Cars 3 having had its 'big' announcement just a few days ago. The delistings don't end there however, with 2015's Goosebumps: The Game set to be the latest victim of this trend.
July 29, 2025 — Source

MSI Claw A8 Gaming Performance Review : RYZEN Z2 Extreme
What if the future of handheld gaming wasn't tied to Windows or consoles? Imagine a device that combines the raw power of AMD's Ryzen Z2 Extreme with the open source flexibility of Linux, delivering a portable gaming experience that challenges the status quo. Enter the MSI Claw A8, a bold contender in the handheld market that dares to redefine what's possible for Linux gaming. With its innovative hardware and promising benchmarks, it's easy to see why this device is making waves. But as with any innovation, the road to perfection is paved with challenges—software limitations and incomplete functionality hint at the hurdles still ahead.
July 29, 2025 — Source

Tales of the Shire: A Lord of the Rings Game Review -- Hobbiton Crossing
Tales of the Shire: A Lord of the Rings Game offers a cozy and unique journey through Middle-earth, letting players experience the peaceful life of a Hobbit.
July 29, 2025 — Source

What's going on with Steam and itch.io's crackdown on adult content?
"In adult content, there is a disproportionate ratio of fraud, chargebacks, and disputes. And whenever something doesn't flow smoothly, that incurs cost."
July 29, 2025 — Source or Source

Gaming — PC — July 27th, 2025

Elden Ring Nightreign patch adds long-awaited Duos mode
Elden Ring Nightreign has been off to a good start sales wise, despite being the lowest rated From Software game in years. Currently, the game only supports parties of three players, or solo players, with no option for a Duos mode. That will finally change next week
July 27, 2025 — Source

Gears E-Day and State of Decay 3 planned for PS5
At this point, Xbox has settled into the role of multiplatform game publisher, rather than a console platform with a library of exclusives. As a result, it is no longer a surprise when we hear that new upcoming games will arrive on PS5, but a growing trend indicates that soon, most Xbox titles will release day-one on PS5, rather than several months after launch.
July 27, 2025 — Source

Ryzen Z2 Extreme vs Z1 Extreme Gaming Processor Showdown
Ryzen Z2 Extreme vs Z1 Extreme Gaming Processor Showdown
July 27, 2025 — Source

Silent Hill f -- Everything We Know About the Brand New Chapter of KONAMI's Horror Franchise
After the highly successful remake of Silent Hill 2, KONAMI is about to launch Silent Hill f, a brand new installment in its acclaimed horror franchise. This is but one step in the Japanese company's grand plan for the IP, which includes the remake of the first title (also to be developed by Bloober Team) and the spin-off Townfall, which is being made by Screen Burn (formerly No Code).
July 27, 2025 — Source

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers' latest patch accused of faking internal render resolution to boost FPS — game runs at 'Quality' upscaling even when the render scale is set to 100% native
So much for optimizations.
July 27, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — July 26th, 2025

AMD Strix Halo gaming handheld lacks an internal battery — GPD Win 5 requires an external battery or be plugged into the wall
This handheld console packs a punch.
July 26, 2025 — Source

MSI Claw A8 Review: Ryzen Z2 Extreme Gaming Performance Tested
What if your next gaming companion wasn't just powerful but also portable enough to fit in your hands? The MSI Claw A8, armed with the innovative AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme APU, aims to redefine what handheld gaming devices can achieve. In a market dominated by familiar names like the Steam Deck and ROG Ally, MSI's bold entry doesn't just promise incremental improvements—it dares to challenge the status quo. With a sleek design, high-octane performance, and thoughtful customization options, the Claw A8 positions itself as a serious contender in the fiercely competitive handheld gaming arena.
July 26, 2025 — Source

MSI Claw A8 with Ryzen Z2 Extreme to launch between August 4-10 in Germany at €999, first firmware update now available
MSI releases first major update for MSI Claw A8 with Ryzen Z2 Extreme before global launch
July 26, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — July 25th, 2025

GPD teases what could be the most powerful handheld gaming PC in the world — but there are many questions still to answer
GPD is debuting the Win 5 at Chinajoy at the beginning of August, but the choice of chip alone is enough to whet the appetite.
July 25, 2025 — Source

Humble announces 'Sniper Elite Classics Collection' Bundle
Humble Bundles are a great way for fans of a series to get their hands on a range of games for a relatively low price. While the previously-announced Devil May Cry bundle remains available to purchase, Humble has now announced their latest 'Sniper Elite Classics Collection' Bundle.
July 25, 2025 — Source

Malware sneaks onto Steam, for the third time this year
Yet another Early Access Steam game was caught distributing malware, but this time the developer might be a victim too.
July 25, 2025 — Source

New Wuchang: Fallen Feathers Update Fixes Performance Issues, Grants Additional Freebies As Apology
The new Wuchang: Fallen Feathers patch addresses several performance issues and bugs, as well as granting missing preorder bonuses.
July 25, 2025 — Source

WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers 1.3 Patch Introduces VRAM Optimizations, Supersampling Resolution Adjusted Limits To Prevent Unintended Performance Degradation and More
A new WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers patch is now live on PC, addressing some of the performance issues currently affecting the game.
July 25, 2025 — Source

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers developers apologize for one of the worst PC launches in 2025 — "We deeply regret the inconvenience and negative experience"
With performance issues taking the brunt of negative reviews, can Wuchang recover?
July 25, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — July 22nd, 2025

Download NVIDIA GeForce Game Ready 577.00 driver
This new Game Ready Driver provides the best gaming experience for the latest new games supporting DLSS 4 technology including WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers, as well as the Unreal Engine 5 update for Valorant.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Killing Floor 3 and four other games get DLSS upgrades this week
This week sees the launch of Killing Floor 3 and WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers, two new titles launching with day-one support for DLSS 4. Alongside the latest DLSS titles, Nvidia has also rolled out a new GeForce Game Ready driver.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Le Mans Ultimate Enters Full Release On PC VR
Previously launched in early access, Le Mans Ultimate now enters full release on PC VR.
July 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Leaked Lenovo Legion Go 2 Will Make You Mad at Xbox and Nintendo
The Legion Go 2's upgraded screen and improved specs make it a contender, so long as it's not eye-gougingly expensive.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Lenovo Legion Go 2 Appears in Review Video Ahead Of Launch After Production Facility Closes Shop
The Lenovo Legion Go 2 was officially revealed at CES 2025 earlier this year, confirming that the new device would be launching later this year with the AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme. Now, however, it seems as though prototype units of the Legion Go 2 have started leaking in China, with one Chinese content creator on Bilibili managing to publish a video review of the device on the social media platform.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Lenovo Legion Go 2 prototype spotted ahead of launch in China — Ryzen Z2 and OLED display reportedly complemented by 1TB SSD, 32GB RAM, and more
Early look at Lenovo's next gaming handheld.
July 22, 2025 — Source

MSI Claw A8 leaks spell higher prices for future handheld gaming PCs
A far cry from the pricing we're accustomed to.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Nifty Chrome add-on shows which Steam games are already on Game Pass
If you constantly feel the need to switch tabs to see if a Steam game is already included in your Game Pass subscription, well, now you don't.
July 22, 2025 — Source

NVIDIA Releases GeForce Game Ready 577.00 WHQL Driver
NVIDIA has today released GeForce Game Ready 577.00 WHQL driver which brings support for WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers and Valorant Unreal Engine 5 upgrade. The new driver also adds 11 new NVIDIA App DLSS Overrides.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — July 20th, 2025

Roblox is turning teens into millionaires — the platform is bigger than all of Steam
Roblox has outgrown its childish demeaner into a platform where teens are building games, earning millions, and outpacing giants like Steam.
July 20, 2025 — Source

Sending a Steam sticker 'burned through a month of mobile data in five minutes' complains unhappy gamer
Avoid using this 1.8-star chat app if you don't have Wi-Fi access.
July 20, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — July 19th, 2025

GTA 5 finally launches in Saudi Arabia and the UAE 12 years after its global release — will be age-rated 21+ as part of the new regulatory framework
Right when we're less than a year away from GTA 6.
July 19, 2025 — Source

I spent a week with the awesome Maingear MG-1 — it's the next best thing to building your own system
Maingear's MG-1 with an RTX 5070 and 7800X3D runs smoothly and is clearly built by people who love PCs.
July 19, 2025 — Source

The GameSir G8 Plus Is a Solid Mobile Controller, With One Big Caveat
If you don't mind a bad app, the G8 Plus is a solid controller.
July 19, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — July 18th, 2025

Final Fantasy 14 drops support for Windows 10
Windows 10 is about to reach end-of-life status and while Microsoft has extended security update support for the OS, there will be no more feature updates. With Microsoft ditching the decade-old OS, game makers are also starting to drop support, with Final Fantasy 14 being one of the first major games to do so.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Input latency is the all-too-frequently missing piece of framegen-enhanced gaming performance analysis
Low input latency is key to a good framegen experience. Let's (try to) measure it.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Razer Kishi V3 Pro Tops My New Favorite Line of Mobile Game Controllers
I've tested the three models of the updated line and the V3 Pro has the best balance of design, feel, features and price.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Steam gaming finally comes to RISC-V — AAA titles like The Witcher 3 and Crysis now playable thanks to revamped emulation tool
The essential underlying magic is supplied by the recently updated Felix86 emulator project.
July 18, 2025 — Source

This MSI handheld could replace my gaming laptop, and not just for its more portable design
The MSI Claw 8 AI+ improves on its predecessor, delivering better performance and a long-lasting battery.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Valve Pulls 'Adult Only' Games From Steam as It Tightens Rules to Appease Payment Partners
The purge has already begun.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers PC Requirements Revealed, 60 GB Installation Space Needed
The recommended hardware includes a GeForce RTX 2070 or a Radeon RX 5700, a Core i7-9700 or a Ryzen 5 5500 and 16 GB of RAM.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — July 17th, 2025

5 Discontinued Handheld Gaming Consoles That Deserve A Modern Interpretation
Handheld gaming is hotter than ever right now. With devices like the Steam Deck, ROG Ally, and powerful gaming phones stealing the spotlight, it's safe to say portable gaming is having a glow-up moment. However, a lot of what's popular today is really just a modern remix of ideas that have been floating for years ago.
July 17, 2025 — Source

CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme review: affordable and capable, clad in white
Nicer included peripherals than most, and quiet fans
July 17, 2025 — Source

EA Sports FC 26 Announced for PC and Consoles, Out on September 26
EA Sports FC 26 is getting quite a few upgrades to all of its gameplay systems, including Ultimate Team and Manager modes.
July 17, 2025 — Source or Source or Watch Video

Humble announces Devil May Cry franchise bundle
Though far from Capcom's best-selling franchise, the Devil May Cry series is certainly one of the publisher's most iconic. While fans wait patiently for news on a potential Devil May Cry 6, Humble is currently offering the entire series for a heavily discounted price.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Jump into Cyberpunk Battle Royale Off The Grid, Available Now on Steam
Community-driven updates make this the most feature rich edition of Off The Grid yet
July 17, 2025 — Source

Lenovo Legion Go S review part two: you were the chosen one!
The Lenovo Legion Go S is no Steam Deck killer — but SteamOS makes it miles better.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Nvidia brings ten more games to GeForce Now this week
Last week's GeForce Now update was smaller than usual, but Nvidia is making up for that this week with ten games joining the library. Of those ten games, half of them are brand new titles
July 17, 2025 — Source

NVIDIA GeForce NOW Gets RoboCop: Rogue City - Unfinished Business and More Games
Listen up citizens, the law is back and patrolling the cloud. Nacon's RoboCop Rogue City - Unfinished Business launches today in the cloud, bringing justice to every device, everywhere. Log in, lock and load, and take charge with the ten games heading to the cloud this week. Plus, Cyberpunk 2077's 2.3 update amps up the chaos in Night City while Zenless Zone Zero's 2.1 update delivers summer vibes - all instantly playable in the cloud.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Retro reviewer could face up to three years in jail over copyright — Italian authorities investigate creator for 'advertising' Anbernic handheld game consoles
Is this a step too far?
July 17, 2025 — Source or Source or Watch Video

Steam Deck seems to have quietly gained support for another popular online game — no anticheat block anymore
The Amazon-published MMO, Lost Ark, seems to have quietly gained Steam Deck and SteamOS support, with its anticheat no longer being blocked.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Steam thwarts Counter-Strike scammers with new trade reversal system
When trading digital items in Counter-Strike (and other games soon), you'll have a 7-day window to reverse all trades.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers PC system requirements revealed
We first learned of the upcoming Souls-like, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, when MSI began offering up free copies of the game with components. Now, just in time for the game's release next week, we have the official PC system requirements for the game.
July 17, 2025 — Source or Source

You've got to try these 5 premium Minecraft add-ons — Dinosaurs, security systems, and more really shake up Bedrock Edition
Tired of the same old Minecraft experience? Try these five premium add-ons to shake-up Minecraft Bedrock.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — July 14th, 2025

AYANEO Flip 1S DS First Look Review: Powerful Dual Screen Handheld
What if your handheld gaming device could do more than just play games? Imagine managing your in-game inventory on a secondary screen while keeping your primary gameplay uninterrupted, or seamlessly switching between a retro emulator and a live stream without skipping a beat. The AYANEO Flip 1S DS is here to challenge the status quo of handheld gaming with its dual-screen innovation and powerhouse performance.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Blue Archive Players Won't Get Rewards After Event Canceled For Breaking Steam Rules
The Blue Archive PC release came with a controversial in-game event which incentivized players to leave reviews on Steam.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Capcom has removed Denuvo DRM from Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess
DRM is the bane of many PC players, with Denuvo being the most famous (or infamous). While almost all games with DRM eventually get cracked by fans, developers have begun taking it into their own hands, patching the DRM out after launch. Finally, almost exactly one year on from its release, Denuvo has been removed from Capcom's Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Eriksholm: The Stolen Dream Review -- She Knows the Marks
Between an exceptional vision of its city and its characters and solid sneaking scenarios, River End Games' title is a welcome surprise.
July 14, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Indie classics LIMBO and INSIDE are being removed from GOG
As a studio, Playdead do not have the biggest repertoire of titles under their belt. That said, the team's two games -- LIMBO and INSIDE -- are both certified indie classics which received universal critical acclaim upon their respective releases. If you have yet to try either title, you might want to get on it, as both games are set to be delisted from GOG later this week.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Krafton confirms cut content and missed milestones during Subnautica 2 development
The Subnautica 2 drama continued over the weekend. Last month, two of the founders of Unkown Worlds, along with the CEO of the game studio, left the project behind, citing disagreements with the executives at Krafton, the publisher for Subnautica 2. The three former developers claimed that Krafton was intentionally holding the game back to avoid paying out a bonus, but a leaked document seems to indicate that numerous deadlines were indeed missed.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Popular Steam Game Broken Arrow Gets New Update And Anti-Cheat Refinements
No, it's not related to the John Woo and John Travolta movie.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Randomizer Mod For Elden Ring Nightreign Now Available On PC
For randomizing as well as derandomizing runs in Limveld
July 14, 2025 — Source

StarRupture Playtest Is Coming This Month
If you want to try out StarRupture's upcoming playtest, then you'll be able to dive into this FPS sci-fi adventure.
July 14, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Gaming — PC — July 12th, 2025

Of Ash and Steel Is an Old-School RPG With On-the-Job Training for Fantasy Adventurers
Adventuring like it's 2001.
July 12, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — July 11th, 2025

ASUS ROG Strix G18 Ultimate Review: The No-Limits Gaming Laptop
At, $3,499.99, the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2025) G815LW is a lavish luxury gaming laptop that, while expensive, delivers the kind of performance that will make your opponents weep. It's a no-limits gaming laptop that truly lets you experience games at their absolute peak.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Latest Escape From Tarkov Wipe Stirs Up Emotive Responses From Fans and Devs Alike
"Don't shut the f**k up. Every opinion matters."
July 11, 2025 — Source

Need For Speed: Rivals online servers will shut down in October
There's been a great deal of discussion in recent weeks about the long-term health of the video games industry and the art it creates. Thanks to the ever-increasing growth in digital adoption and the rising reliance on online services, many games operate on a limited shelf life. Unfortunately, the next game to have some of its lights snuffed out is Need For Speed: Rivals -- with all of its online services ceasing in a few months' time.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Oblivion Remastered Patch 1.2 Improves Performance, but the Game Still Struggles to Push Past 30 FPS on An RTX 5080 GPU at Native 4K
The new Oblivion Remastered patch released earlier this week brings some performance improvements over the previous version of the game, but the game is still very far from being in an optimal state, as even hgih-end hardware struggles running the game at high native resolutions without Frame Generation.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Razer unveils the new Deathadder V4 Pro gaming mouse
The legendary DeathAdder is back, and it's faster, lighter, and more technologically advanced than ever. Razer has just pulled the curtain on the DeathAdder V4 Pro, the latest evolution of its most iconic mouse, a nameplate that has sold over 20 million units worldwide. Developed in close collaboration with esports pros, including Counter-Strike legend Nikola "NiKo" Kovač, this new iteration is packed with next-generation tech aimed at competitive players.
July 11, 2025 — Source or Source

Stardew Valley is now the highest rated game of all time on Steam
Stardew Valley is easily one of the biggest indie success stories ever, with the 2016 farming sim currently sitting as one of the best-selling games of all time at over 41 million copies sold. Despite being almost a decade old, the game has continued to receive major updates on a regular basis -- helping it to now become the highest rated Steam game of all time.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Umamusume: Pretty Derby Creators Share Guidelines For Fans Who Want To Visit Real Race Horses
How to meet the real race horses that inspired the anime sports sim hit.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — July 10th, 2025

AYANEO Flip 1S clamshell handheld gaming PCs hit Indiegogo with keyboard or dual-screen options available
The AYANEO Flip 1S is a handheld gaming PC with a Nintendo DS-like clamshell design that features a 7 inch, FHD, 144 Hz OLD display on top and game controllers on the bottom.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Best GPU 2025: Pick the Best Graphics Card for Your Gaming PC
The best GPUs for gaming and beyond.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Minecraft Smelting Explained
Here we guide you through all the ways to smelt resources in Minecraft.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Minecraft's mob vote loser just made a surprise comeback — and it brought brand new gear to the Bedrock Preview with it
Copper Golem returns in an unexpected new role, and it's not alone. Here's everything in Minecraft's latest Bedrock Preview.
July 10, 2025 — Source

MSI Bundles WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers with Select PC Cases and PSU Models
MSI is thrilled to team up with 505 GAMES and LEENZEE GAMES for a special limited-time offer! From July 10 to August 10, 2025, grab an eligible MSI PC Case or Power Supply and receive a complimentary PC game key for WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers. Gear Up and Step Into a Dark Fantasy of Myth and Mystery with MSI!
July 10, 2025 — Source or Source

MSI unveils new game bundle with Wuchang: Fallen Feathers
MSI has another game bundle on the way. Today, MSI is launching its new hardware game bundle, offering eligible MSI case or PSU buyers a free code for 505 Games' latest title, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers.
July 10, 2025 — Source

NVIDIA GeForce NOW Gets New Games, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 Coming Soon
Grab a friend and climb toward the clouds - PEAK is now available on GeForce NOW, enabling members to try the hugely popular indie hit on virtually any device. It's one of four new games joining the cloud this week. Plus, members can look forward to Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 coming soon.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Of Ash and Steel Playtest Hands-On Preview -- A Very Long Journey Ahead
The RPG genre has never been as popular as it is today. Though very popular in the past, the genre is currently flourishing thanks to major releases like Baldur's Gate 3, which improved the traditional formula in many ways, and smaller projects that pay tribute to some of the best games released in the past, like the recent Tainted Grail: Lost Avalon, which, despite its flaws, is a solid tribute to The Elder Scrolls series.
July 10, 2025 — Source

PEAK and three brand-new games join GeForce Now this week
There are over 20 games joining GeForce Now in July but it looks like the bulk of those games are arriving later in the month. This week sees just four games joining the library, three of which are brand-new, day-one releases. The fourth is one of this year's big surprise hits, PEAK.
July 10, 2025 — Source or Source

Shark Dentist Announced for PC
The name pretty much tells you everything you need to know.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Tokyo Xtreme Racer Gets Harder Game Mode With Oil and Water Temperature Control in New Update
The update also brings with it a host of enhancement to the game's UI, a few bug fixes, and compatibility with Steam achievements.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Why Are Dual GPUs No Longer Used In Gaming PCs?
GPUs are the undisputed crown jewels of any gaming PC. While single GPU setups are the norm today, it wasn't long ago that gaming PCs stacked two, three, or even four GPUs. Apart from making the PC look like an absolute beast, the multiple GPUs delivered performance boosts in graphically intensive tasks. Both NVIDIA and AMD offered solutions to support multiple GPU configurations, promising significant frame rate boosts at higher resolutions — the most sought-after features for any gamer.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — July 7th, 2025

Call of Duty: WWII Xbox PC Version Hauled Offline Amid Security Concerns
Activision says the shooter was "brought offline while we investigate reports of an issue."
July 7, 2025 — Source or Source

GamerCard is a gift card-sized handheld game console powered by a Raspberry Pi Zero 2W
The GamerCard is a new handheld game console that stands out in an increasingly crowded field for a few reasons.
July 7, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — July 2nd, 2025

Gamers Reject 8GB GPUs, Are Buying 30x More 16GB Models
Despite AMD and Nvidia's claims and lower pricing, nobody seems interested in the new 8GB GPUs.
July 2, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — June 29th, 2025

Mafia: The Old Country -- Everything You Need to Know About The Return of the Gangster Franchise
2K and Hangar 13 are putting the finishing touches on Mafia: The Old Country ahead of the imminent launch. The game will be the first new entry in the franchise since 2016's Mafia III, which sold relatively well but was not at all well received among fans. Afterward, they released Mafia: Definitive Edition in 2020, a remake of the original game.
June 29, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — June 28th, 2025

Best Handheld Gaming Consoles Right Now
While the Nintendo Switch 2 and Steam Deck are the obvious choices for best handheld game consoles, we test out everything the portable game device market has to offer.
June 28, 2025 — Source

GPD Reportedly Prepared The First Strix Halo-Based Gaming Handheld Prototype, Offering 10,000+ Points In Time Spy
This might be the only Strix Halo gaming handheld available, but it may not be sold if the reports are true. It uses AMD's flagship Ryzen AI Max chip with 16 cores and Radeon 8060S graphics.
June 28, 2025 — Source

Lenovo's Legion Go S With SteamOS Is the Only Real Alternative to a Steam Deck
A Switch 2 is cheaper, but a handheld like the Legion Go S with SteamOS offers ease of use and PC-like versatility.
June 28, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — June 25th, 2025

800 RTX Games and Apps Now Available, DLSS 4 Coming To Diablo IV, Eternal Strands, and More
More than 800 games and applications feature RTX technologies, and each week new games integrating NVIDIA DLSS, NVIDIA Reflex, and advanced ray-traced effects are released or announced, delivering the definitive PC experience for GeForce RTX players. This week, Eternal Strands and Strinova are adding native support for DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation, further accelerating performance for GeForce RTX 50 Series gamers.
June 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Marvel Rivals falls to 'Mixed' recent rating ahead of major Season overhaul
Marvel Rivals took the world by storm when it released late last year, going on to amass over 40 million players in under 3 months. Despite a peak concurrent player count of almost 650k on Steam back during the launch of Season 1, the game's honeymoon period seems to have ended -- with both player counts and review scores falling.
June 25, 2025 — Source

How to add non-Steam games to your Steam Deck with Heroic Games Launcher
Valve's Steam Deck handheld gaming PC made waves when it was released. Those waves may have lost their power after a plethora of other gaming handhelds were released, but there is no denying that the Steam Deck is still the poster child for handheld gaming. The problem is, you can only play your Steam games, right?
June 25, 2025 — Source

PS4 emulator ShadPS4 makes strides in bringing Driveclub to PC
As we move further into the PlayStation 5 generation, the PS4 emulator 'ShadPS4' has been taking strides in becoming a more fully-fledged and playable experience. Following a ton of great work on getting Bloodborne to work on PC, another title trapped on the PS4 -- Driveclub -- has reached its own progress milestone.
June 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Session: Skate Sim Brings Overhaul to Camera, More Fluid Gameplay in Latest Update
Among the changes in the Session: Skate Sim update is also the removal of the 45, 90 and 120 frames per second options because of instability.
June 25, 2025 — Source

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl Update Adds New Weapons and Full A-Life 2.0 Functionality
All life in the Zone is now simulated, even outside of the player's vision. You can also loot mutant parts and continue reloads.
June 25, 2025 — Source

STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl Patch 1.5 Is Out: Guns, Loot, and the Zone Kit
GSC Game World is thrilled to announce the Guns and Looting Patch for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl is out now, featuring one of the most significant updates to date - including new weapons, never-before-seen gameplay features, and official mod support with the Zone Kit.
June 25, 2025 — Source

Use LaunchBox to Organise & Access All Your PC Games on Your Handheld
Have you ever wished your sprawling PC game library could be neatly organized in one place, ready to launch at the press of a button? For gamers juggling titles across Steam, GOG, Epic Games, and more, the chaos of switching between platforms can feel like a game in itself—one with no satisfying reward. Enter LaunchBox, a powerful front-end solution designed to bring order to the digital clutter.
June 25, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — June 23rd, 2025

Co-Op Climbing Game Peak Has Exploded On Steam With Huge Player Numbers
Landfall's Peak became a surprise hit over the last week.
June 23, 2025 — Source or Source

FBC: Firebreak fails to exceed 2,000 concurrent players on Steam
FBC: Firebreak is the latest project from Remedy Entertainment – the team behind beloved titles including but not limited to Alan Wake, Max Payne and Control. Unlike all their other releases, FBC is a multiplayer-focused experience with an emphasis on co-operative gameplay. Unfortunately, it seems as though interest in this title has been middling – with the game failing to even hit 2,000 concurrent players on Steam.
June 23, 2025 — Source

I’m a PC gamer that hates ‘Gamer’ vibes. Fortunately, laptops are growing up
When power meets subtle design
June 23, 2025 — Source

Microsoft is officially making the Xbox app on PC a universal launcher
It was earlier this year that an image mockup from Microsoft showed the Xbox app on PC with an interesting change: including support for other PC stores on the app, teasing that it may be becoming a universal launcher like GOG Galaxy or Playnite.
June 23, 2025 — Source or Source

PC gaming figures fall again in Germany, down to just 13.1 million — marking a 20% decline since 2019
At the same time, consoles are enjoying a growth spurt, while mobile gaming has plateaued.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Someone turned a Steam Deck shell into a DIY PC controller using 3D-printed connectors — features dual touchpads and Nintendo Switch 2-esque split design
Modder TommyB has made the 3D printer files, schematics, instructions, and more available to anyone.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Stellar Blade PC Is a Very Solid Port from Shift Up
Stellar Blade PC Is a Very Solid Port from Shift Up
June 23, 2025 — Source

The Lenovo Legion Go 2 gets its first release date tease, which could be accurate — but treat with the biggest pinch of salt
The timeline makes some sense, but the source isn't one to treat as gospel.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — June 22nd, 2025

Can You Upgrade Your Steam Deck's Storage With A Third-Party SSD?
There are many ways to free up storage space on your Steam Deck, including swapping internal storage. If you're wondering whether you can use a third-party SSD for your upgrade, the answer is yes. Valve doesn't solder the Steam Deck's pre-installed SSD to its board, so the SSD can be replaced, making upgrades a very real possibility. The original Steam Deck is available with various amounts of storage.
June 22, 2025 — Source

China's first 6nm gaming GPU matches 13-year-old GTX 660 Ti in first Geekbench tests — Lisuan G100 surfaces with 32 CUs, 256MB VRAM, and 300 MHz clock speed
Too early to draw any conclusions.
June 22, 2025 — Source

Once Human Adds Paid Custom Servers, Version 2.0 Showcase Announced for July 2nd
Custom servers allow players to freely switch scenarios, adjust experience gain and resource spawn rate, and much more for a price.
June 22, 2025 — Source

The Expanse: Osiris Reborn is an "Original Story," Not "Specifically Made To Be AAA," Says Owlcat
"We are telling a new story happening simultaneously with all the events of the books and the show," says Owlcat's Alexander Mishulin.
June 22, 2025 — Source

The Expanse: Osiris Reborn Started Development in 2021, Now Fully in Production
Creative director Alexander Mishuli assures that it's "still the same Owlcat game with all the different options for you to choose."
June 22, 2025 — Source

Unreal Engine 5.6 up to 30% faster than the infamously bad version it succeeds -- better graphics fidelity promised, too
CPU utilization also dropped by 17% on average
June 22, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — June 21st, 2025

FBC: Firebreak Gets Update 1.2 as Remedy Promises Lots More Fixes
FBC: Firebreak, Remedy's first online cooperative multiplayer game, has just launched on PC and consoles. So far, users don't appear very happy with it - the game didn't even break 2K concurrent users on Steam, and reviews are 'Mixed', with only 65% of users giving a thumbs up.
June 21, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — June 20th, 2025

Cyberpunk 2077 Lossless Scaling 3.2 Comparison Highlights How x2 Mode Is Now Comparable to NVIDIA DLSS 4 Frame Generation
Lossless Scaling, the PC app that brings frame generation to games that don't officially support it, has been making some great progress lately, and with the improvements introduced in the latest 3.2 version, the 2x option is now pretty close to NVIDIA DLSS Frame Generation, at least in Cyberpunk 2077.
June 20, 2025 — Source

inZOI Adds the Resort Town of Cahaya in its August Update
Director Hyungjun Kim has confirmed that the update will not bring improvements to jobs and schools since they wouldn't fit the theme.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Is Windows the Future of Xbox?
The next Xbox may be as much PC as console.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Leaker claims a current-gen and PC remaster of Crash Team Racing is on its way
A couple days ago it was officially announced that Crash Team Racing: Nitro-Fueled -- the remake of Naughty Dogs classic PSOne kart racer -- had sold over 10 million copies. This is despite the fact that the game was released exclusively for the PS4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch. Though it should be taken with a pinch of salt, a new 'leaker' has claimed that an enhanced port called the 'Grand Prix Edition' is set to come to current-gen consoles, and for the first time, PC.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Monster Hunter Wilds game reviews hit "Overwhelmingly Negative" on Steam — can Capcom turn it around?
The honeymoon period is over as players turn on Monster Hunter Wilds for its lacking endgame content and suboptimal PC performance
June 20, 2025 — Source

Possessor(s) Gives You Demon-Magic Legs and Plenty of Fast Action to Enjoy
Wield a computer mouse like a whip.
June 20, 2025 — Source

The Expanse: Osiris Reborn Q&A -- 'It's a Very Good Match for Us Because of the Stories We Want to Tell'
The announcement of The Expanse: Osiris Reborn was undoubtedly one of my personal highlights of this year's Summer Game Fest season.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — June 18th, 2025

After 10 years, we're past peak RGB — but don't celebrate yet, stealth PC purists
PC RGB is finally on the decline. Long live RGB!
June 18, 2025 — Source

Devil May Cry Finds A New Home On GOG's Preservation Program
Jackpot.
June 18, 2025 — Source

DOOM: The Dark Ages Path Tracing PC Performance Analysis: Slaying Demons Never Looked Better Thanks To PT, Boosted By NVIDIA DLSS 4
DOOM: The Dark Ages has finally received its path tracing update, offering greater visual fidelity and further enhancement with NVIDIA's DLSS 4.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Dune: Awakening Patch Notes Fix Frustrating Endgame PvP Problems
The "goomba stomping" meta is finally over.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Gamdias introduces airflow-oriented Athena P3 PC case
Gamdias has announced the launch of the Athena P3, its latest mid-tower chassis crafted for gamers and PC enthusiasts. This case is engineered to deliver good airflow and extensive hardware compatibility. It features a mesh-dominant front panel accented by two solid bars, contributing to a streamlined and aggressive aesthetic and ensuring system ventilation.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Hades 2 Early Access development coming to an end
Supergiant has been hard at work on Hades 2 over the past year. The game's early access period is finally starting to wind down, with the studio putting the finishing touches on the game for PC players, opening the door for an eventual console release.
June 18, 2025 — Source

How Long Does The Lenovo Legion Go S Last On A Full Battery?
Gone are the days when you had to spend thousands of dollars to get a gaming laptop or build a gaming desktop setup to enjoy your favorite games. These days, you can get handheld gaming devices that are not only cheaper but also offer several benefits like portability, ease of use, extensive gaming libraries, and more. If we talk about handheld consoles, the Lenovo Legion Go S is one of the best options if you've a budget of around $800.
June 18, 2025 — Source

'Into the Radius' Studio to Release Time-Bending Puzzle 'UnLoop' on Quest & PC VR in September
CM Games, the studio behind the Into the Radius series, announced it's releasing its next game UnLoop in September, bringing single-player puzzles with a unique time-looping twist.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Relooted Is an Historical Heist with Cultural Weight Behind It
Taking back what is rightfully yours.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Steam Deck prototype featuring Ryzen 7 3700U (Zen+ & Vega) has been tested
Manufactured three years before the actual Deck release.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Valve upgrades Steam FPS overlay with frame generation detection
Steam Performance Monitor with more advanced hardware monitoring: Framerate plus CPU, GPU, and memory data.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — June 16th, 2025

AYANEO Flip 1S KB handheld gaming PC has a 7 inch screen, QWERTY keyboard, and up to Ryzen AI 9 HX 370
The AYANEO Flip 1S KB is an upcoming handheld gaming PC with a clamshell design that makes it look a bit like a mini laptop. When you lift the lid you're greeted by a 7 inch, 1920 x 1080 pixel OLED display with a 144 HZ refresh rate on top and a QWERTY keyboard on the bottom.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Gaming GPU Trends 2025: How Price and AI Upscaling Shape Buyer Decisions
In 2025, the way PC gamers pick their graphics cards is shifting. While brand names like NVIDIA still hold a lot of weight, performance and price are becoming bigger factors in decisions. A survey of 1,000 gamers reveals that many are balancing budgets, brand trust, and new tech like AI upscaling and cloud gaming when deciding whether to upgrade or stick with their current GPU.
June 16, 2025 — Source

I've been gaming on Windows for over 30 years, but now I'm giving Linux a shot
Hopefully I can play more than Super Tux Kart
June 16, 2025 — Source

'Incoming sub model!' — PC gamers react to Nexus Mods ownership change
The owner of Nexus Mods revealed today that the site is now under new ownership, and reactions from PC gamers range from best wishes to doom and gloom.
June 16, 2025 — Source

MindsEye Review - Not Like This
MindsEye is a stringent and relentlessly dull video game, wasting its impressive world on formulaic mission design that's both archaic and uninspired.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Shadow Launches Neo: The Next Generation Cloud Gaming PC
SHADOW, the Global leader in high-performance cloud computing, is proud to announce the launch of Neo, a brand-new cloud gaming PC offering designed to deliver next-level RTX experiences for gamers, creators, and professionals alike. Neo will officially roll out in Europe and North America starting June 16, 2025.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Stellar Blade Crosses 3 Million Units Sold
The PC version sold over one million copies in three days, becoming the biggest single-player title launch for PlayStation on Steam.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Stellar Blade Has Sold 1 Million Units on PC in 3 Days; CEO Hopes Sequel Comes Out in 2027
Today, South Korean game developer Shift Up announced that Stellar Blade has surpassed 3 million units globally across all platforms. Of these 3 million, 1 million units were sold on PC in just three days on the market. The studio also remarked on the record we mentioned in our previous report (Stellar Blade is now the Sony-published single player game with the highest concurrent user peak on Steam) as well as the strong praise from Steam users, who have left 15.6K reviews of which 94% are positive.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — June 13th, 2025

Don't Expect PlayStation's Current PC Port Strategy To Change Anytime Soon
Sony is taking a "measured" and "deliberate" approach to porting first-party PS5 games.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Razer expands controller lineup with Kishi V3, V3 Pro and V3 Pro XL models
Razer announced the launch of its next generation of mobile gaming peripherals: the Razer Kishi V3, Kishi V3 Pro, and Kishi V3 Pro XL. This new Kishi V3 series is for gamers who demand console-grade performance and superior control, regardless of their preferred mobile device, be it iPhone, Android, small tablets, full-sized tablets, or even PC.
June 13, 2025 — Source or Source

Stellar Blade becomes Sony's most successful PC port in under 24 hours
With over 180,000 players, it's doubling Tsushima and God of War numbers
June 13, 2025 — Source

This Metroidvania Game Is Currently Free On Steam
Need some more metroidvania 2D-style action? Then check out this free game on Steam while you can.
June 13, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine - Master Crafted Edition Has a 'Mostly Negative' Steam User Review Rating, With Players Labeling It a 'Shameless, Blatant Cash Grab'
The Inquisition has begun.
June 13, 2025 — Source

You can now filter the Steam Store by accessibility feature
In recent years, major publishers have made a push for more accessibility features in games. Nowadays, most major titles come with a set of features designed to make the game playable for those with various disabilities. Now, Valve is updating the Steam Store to allow users to easily find these games.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — June 9th, 2025

Advanced Access period
Back in 2022, Funcom officially announced Dune Awakening – an ambitious survival MMO set in the world created by Frank Herbert. Launching tomorrow on the 10th of June, those who paid for the game’s deluxe edition gained advanced access to the title on the 5th. Despite the rather hefty price tag, the Advance Access period is already massive – seeing well over 100,000 concurrent players on Steam.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Steam Next Fest - June 2025 Features Over 30 PC VR Demos
From Ghost Town to Virtual Skate, Steam Next Fest is now live with over 30 participating PC VR games.
June 9, 2025 — Source

The Rogue Prince of Persia to leave Early Access this August
Almost exactly a year ago, Evil Empire (one of the teams behind Dead Cells) released The Rogue Prince of Persia in early access. Published by Ubisoft, this side-scrolling platforming rogue-lite has seen consistent updates in the months since, taking what was already an excellent game and making it even more fun. Now, one year on and countless improvements later, The Rogue Prince of Persia is finally leaving Early Access this August.
June 9, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Ubisoft Announces November 2025 Launch for Anno 117: Pax Romana
Ubisoft’s upcoming title, Anno 117: Pax Romana, is set for release on November 13, 2025. The announcement took place during the PC Gaming Show at Summer Game Fest 2025 and was accompanied by a new trailer that introduces players to the game's Roman Empire setting and core gameplay. As part of the long-running Anno series, this installment emphasizes city-building and strategic management within a historical context, focusing on the balance between urban development and military presence.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — June 6th, 2025

Borderlands 2 Is Free Right Now On Steam But You Need To Hurry
Free is a nice price.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Ghost Town Gets PC VR Demo Ahead Of Steam Next Fest
Ghost Town, one of this year's best VR games so far, now has a Steam demo ahead of its upcoming PC VR launch.
June 6, 2025 — Source

How to Get Borderlands 2 Free on PC via Steam
Borderlands 2 is currently available for free on Steam until June 8, 2025, at 5 PM UTC. Normally priced at around $30 USD, this offer lets players add the game to their library permanently at no cost. If you want to get it, simply go to the Steam store, add Borderlands 2 to your cart, and check out before the deadline.
June 6, 2025 — Source

MIO: Memories in Orbit PC Demo Available Now
MIO: Memories In Orbit's brand-new gameplay trailer offers a first look at the combat and platforming experience, giving a general feel of the unique atmosphere created by French studio Douze Dixièmes. Players can also experience it firsthand through the game's demo, available now on Steam and Microsoft Store.
June 6, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

MSI Claw owners need to grab this Intel Arc GPU driver update to fix an irritating audio bug on their Windows 11 handhelds
Intel Arc driver 32.0.101.6877 (non-WHQL) fixes "audio glitches" on gaming handhelds using Core Ultra Series 2 processors.
June 6, 2025 — Source

PC Gaming Show returns June 8 — here's when and how to watch the show
The PC Gaming Show returns with over 70 new games to showcase
June 6, 2025 — Source

PlayStation announces Project Defiant for PS5 and PC
Sony PlayStation has unveiled its first wireless fight stick codenamed "Project Defiant". This new controller aims to empower fighting game enthusiasts with enhanced flexibility, offering wireless connectivity using the PlayStation Link technology and a traditional wired connection.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Razer Phantom Collection Launches with Translucent Gaming Peripherals
Razer has introduced the Phantom Collection, a lineup of gaming peripherals with a unique see-through design that exposes the internal components of each device. This transparent look allows gamers to get a closer view of the hardware inside their gear, combining form and function. The collection uses Razer's Chroma RGB lighting system, which supports over 16 million colors and integrates with more than 300 games. Thanks to the translucent materials, lighting effects appear brighter and more vivid, giving setups a distinct, modern look.
June 6, 2025 — Source or Source

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Modded With Ray Tracing Looks Stunning in New 8K Video
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom may not be among the best-looking open-world games released in the past few years, but it can look stunning with some choice mods on PC, which outshine the recently released Nintendo Switch 2 edition.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — June 3rd, 2025

Another Day, Another Hollow Knight: Silksong Steam Update — Could We Finally Get a Release Date This Week?
Databased.
June 3, 2025 — Source

Deadcam, a Found-Footage '90s-Inspired Horror Game, Announced for PC
Boo! Found your footage!
June 3, 2025 — Source

Hell is Us PC system requirements and exclusive demo released
Hell is Us has been shaping up to be one of the most interesting games of the year. Ahead of the September launch, a demo has now arrived on PC, although it will only be available for a limited time.
June 3, 2025 — Source

'I don't know if it can be saved' — Civilization 7 is in trouble as it drops to a Mostly Negative rating on Steam
The latest 4X strategy title from Firaxis Games is watching its player reviews go from bad to worse four months after launch.
June 3, 2025 — Source

NVIDIA App 11.0.4 update brings light theme, optimal settings for 12 new games
NVIDIA has just updated its all-in-one control and optimization software for graphics and games. The NVIDIA App, version 11.0.4, brings an interesting update: light mode. Interestingly, the option to change the color theme isn't automatic—by default, the app uses dark mode. However, users can manually switch to light mode or set it to change automatically.
June 3, 2025 — Source or Source

Nvidia RTX 4000 and 5000 series owners instructed to lower quality settings in Hell is Us demo — Developer urges users to turn down settings and disable DLSS during cinematic intro to resolve crashing issue
Demanding new Unreal Engine 5 game demo is causing problems for players on the green team.
June 3, 2025 — Source

Stellar Blade Director Can't Wait to See Our PC Mods
"I myself also want to try out some of the more exciting mods," says director Kim Hyung Tae.
June 3, 2025 — Source

Tales Of Kenzera Developer Announces New Horror Game, Dead Take, Coming To PC In 2025
Surgent Studios, the team behind Tales of Kenzera: ZAU, has announced its next project, a horror game called Dead Take.
June 3, 2025 — Source

The forces behind the astonishing success of drug dealing simulator Schedule I
Industry analysts weigh in on the meteoric rise of TVGS's open world crime sim, which is still in Steam's top sellers after more than two months
June 3, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — May 28th, 2025

In Advance of F1 25's Launch, EA Recommends Latest Graphics Driver Updates
Hey racers, we know you're all excited to get your hands on the game this week—we can't wait to see what you think. In early testing, we have identified that the vast majority of game crashes on PC are resolved by making sure that graphics drivers are up-to-date. So that you have the best possible experience playing the game from lights-out, we recommend making sure this is the case before you load up F1 25 for the first time.
May 28, 2025 — Source

New Elgato Stream Deck Modules: For DIY Projects and Custom Intergrations
What if your tools could grow and evolve alongside your ambitions? With the unveiling of the Elgato Stream Deck Modules, that vision is no longer a distant dream—it's here. Designed for streamers, content creators, and professionals alike, this modular system redefines how we approach productivity and creativity. Imagine swapping out components to meet the demands of a live broadcast one moment and a high-pressure video editing session the next.
May 28, 2025 — Source

Of Ash and Steel Gets World Overview Trailer and Playtest Signup
During yesterday's tinyBuild Connect 2025 show, developer Fire & Frost shared a world overview trailer for their upcoming third-person open-world old-school RPG Of Ash and Steel. The trailer is narrated by Tristan, a cartographer who also happens to be the game's hero, albeit a bit casually. Moreover, signups for an upcoming playtest are now open on the game's Steam page. While the date hasn't been finalized yet, the developers said players will be able to experience a few of the quests and the story's beginning.
May 28, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — May 27th, 2025

DAVY x JONES Is an Intriguing FPS from the Makers of BLACKTAIL
Polish developer PARASIGHT, maker of BLACKTAIL, has announced a new and intriguing first-person shooter game titled DAVY x JONES.
May 27, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Elden Ring Nightreign PC system requirements — Can your PC run this FromSoftware co-op game?
Get your PC ready for a new kind of experience in the world of Elden Ring.
May 27, 2025 — Source

Legion Go S Is Faster and More Efficient on SteamOS Than Windows
If Valve can get on and release it for standalone DIY use, I'd dual-boot with Steam OS for gaming.
May 27, 2025 — Source

Lenovo Legion Go S gets performance boost from swapping Windows with SteamOS
New benchmarks reveal a stark performance and efficiency disparity between the Windows and SteamOS variants of Lenovo's Legion Go S (Ryzen Z2 Go) gaming handheld. While Lenovo unveiled both versions at CES 2025 in January, the SteamOS model only recently began shipping, and early tests suggest it dramatically outperforms its Windows counterpart.
May 27, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Gaming — PC — May 23rd, 2025

Are 8GB Graphics Cards Enough For PC Gaming? AMD Weighs In
The latest generation of mainstream GPUs has arrived, and as has been the case for several generations now, the most affordable parts only have 8GB of memory onboard. This has caused some consternation among portions of the gaming public who feel that 8GB of video RAM is simply not enough in 2025.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Desktop Survivors 98 is more than just a retro Windows nostalgia trip
Tight mouse controls and inventive weapons build on a loving old-school computing homage.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Diablo 4 Season 9 to Introduce New Activities, Exalted Astaroth Endgame Fight and More; Testing Begins Next Week
Diablo IV Season 9 will introduce plenty of new content, including new activities, powers, and the return of Astaroth as an endgame fight.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Diablo 4 Season 9 Will Let Players Build Their Own Spells
Improvements to Nightmare dungeons, a new boss fight, and timed mini-dungeons are also on deck.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Diablo 4 Season 9: Massive Overpower Nerfs, Loot Updates And More
diablo 4 season 9 hero
May 23, 2025 — Source

DOOM: The Dark Ages rendered at 360p is proof if ever it were needed that DLSS 4 is pure witchcraft
Diablo IV fans might still be sinking their teeth into everything season eight has to offer, but Blizzard is already prepping for season nine. Features of the upcoming season, named Sins of the Horadrim, will be entering the Public Test Realm starting next week
May 23, 2025 — Source

Dune: Awakening's support for Steam Deck gets a major win ahead of the game's launch in June
The developers have confirmed its Battleye anticheat will be enabled for Steam Deck, and any other handheld using SteamOS
May 23, 2025 — Source

ECS unveils new AMD-powered mini PCs at Computex 2025
The ECS Liva Z8 Plus isn't the only new AMD-powered mini PC that ECS introduced at Computex this week. While the Liva Z8 Plus has an AMD Strix Point processor the new Liva Z10 Plus has a slightly lower performance Krackan Point chip. The Liva Z6 Plus, meanwhile, is said to support AMD Ryzen 7000 and Ryzen 8000 series mobile processors.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Einarex Showcases Its Full Lineup of New Cases, Coolers and PSUs at Computex 2025
Einarex is a young company that seems to put a lot of effort into building its reputation. Since we saw them this year at CES Las Vegas, we stopped at their Computex booth to see what they've created since then. It seems that aside from the Prisma, Pulse, and Zenith PC case series, they have quite a few more interesting items, such as new cases, air and liquid coolers, fans and even power supplies under the Nexus and Apex series.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Every PC Handheld Is a Steam Deck Now, and Here's Why That Should Excite You
If you own a PC handheld that runs Windows 11, you'll want to install the newest version of SteamOS. Thank me later.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Framework Presents AI Mini PC Cluster and Customizable Laptops at Computex 2025
At Computex 2025 in Taipei, Framework Computer highlighted the growing importance of compact, serviceable hardware by unveiling an AI cluster built entirely from its new Framework Desktop mini PCs. Each 4.5-liter unit is equipped with an AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor, which combines 16 Zen 5 cores running up to 5.1 GHz and a Radeon 8060S graphics engine with up to 128 GB of unified LPDDR5x memory.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Gears of War: Reloaded Beta Listing Appears on SteamDB
The beta could be used to test multiplayer and may be announced in the coming weeks. The full game launches on June 26th.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Into The Darkness Enters Early Access With PC VR Launch
Into The Darkness, a physics-driven action game with a campaign and sandbox mode, is now available on Steam Early Access.
May 23, 2025 — Source

JDM: Japanese Drift Master Review
Turning, Japanese.
May 23, 2025 — Source

New MSI Claw A8 AMD Handheld Games Console Unveiled
What if you could hold the power of a high-end gaming PC in the palm of your hand? The MSI Claw A8, powered by AMD's innovative Ryzen Z2 processor, is here to challenge the way we think about portable gaming. With its bold lime green and white design, this handheld device doesn't just perform—it makes a statement. In a market crowded with competitors, MSI's latest innovation promises to deliver stunning visuals, seamless multitasking, and enough customization options to satisfy even the most discerning gamers.
May 23, 2025 — Source

New Starfield Update Improves Performance For Low-End PCs
Starfield's May update is here, and some of its notable new additions include Very Low display settings options and new features for Creation Club.
May 23, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

New Steam Deck Update Adds Battery Saver, Third-Party Device Support, And More
The major update also includes improvements to desktop mode and more support for third-party devices.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Schedule 1 Finally Respects Your Property's Space In Beta Patch Notes
In the Schedule 1 open beta, you can now test a host of new features, including the removal of employee beds.
May 23, 2025 — Source

SteamOS 3.7 brings Valve's gaming OS to other handhelds and generic AMD PCs
Focus is currently on AMD-based PCs with hardware similar to the Steam Deck.
May 23, 2025 — Source

SteamOS is officially ready for the Legion Go S and 'other AMD handhelds'
The latest stable version of SteamOS says it's good to go on Lenovo's Steam-powered handheld. Valve is also working on support for more devices.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Stellar Blade PC system requirements and specs — Can your computer run this action game?
Shift Up's action title Stellar Blade is coming to PC, so be sure to check the requirements and make sure your rig is ready.
May 23, 2025 — Source

The Best Steam Deck Docking Stations to Connect to Your TV
Time to dock that deck.
May 23, 2025 — Source

'[The] Majority of gamers are still playing at 1080p and have no use for more than 8GB of memory': AMD justifies RX 9060 XT's 8GB of VRAM
Do you buy an 8GB GPU to play at 1080p, or do you play at 1080p because you have an 8GB GPU?
May 23, 2025 — Source

Valve adds official SteamOS support for non-Steam Deck handhelds in huge update
There's just one alternative with official support right now, though.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Valve releases SteamOS 3.7.8 with new features for Steam Deck and Lenovo Legion Go S support
Valve's SteamOS 3.7.8 is now out in the Stable Channel. This release adds many improvements and new fixes for the Steam Deck and some other important changes, such as better support for the ASUS ROG Ally, the original Lenovo Legion Go, and the upcoming Lenovo Legion Go S. Plus, users can now test SteamOS on other AMD-powered handheld consoles.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — May 22nd, 2025

$800 million and 13 years later, here's how you can play one of the world's most expensive PC games for free
Star Citizen is hosting its annual Invictus Launch Week, with free access to the game and a rotating selection of content to try out.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Anbernic RG34XXSP Review : Nostalgia Meets Modern Gaming in Your Pocket
Have you ever wondered if a handheld gaming console could truly balance nostalgia, portability, and affordability without cutting corners? The Anbernic RG34XXSP boldly steps into this arena, promising retro gaming enthusiasts a compact, foldable device that fits in your pocket and takes you back to the golden age of gaming.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Anything Can Be A Stream Deck, Elgato Says
Your computer can be an Xbox AND a Stream Deck with the right setup, Elgato says.
May 22, 2025 — Source

AROS turns any PC into an Amiga with USB-bootable distro
And other ways to get that Amiga feeling on a budget
May 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

AYANEO to launch dual screen FLIP 1S DS handheld with Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU
It's not Strix Halo or the Ryzen Z2 Extreme, but rather a full-fledged HX 370 APU with all cores and powerful integrated graphics. AYANEO has announced it will be upgrading its Flip DS handheld to the HX 370 APU. Currently, this device is powered by the Ryzen 7 8840U and 7840U. This should be a simple upgrade for this form factor.
May 22, 2025 — Source

'Cleanse, Purge, Kill!' Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War Returns With Definitive Edition of 20-Year-Old RTS Classic
When grimdark was grimdark.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Curse of Pirates, a Top-Down Pixel-Art Action-Roguelike, Announced for PC
Prepare to set sail.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Deliver At All Costs Review - Drive On By This Courier Action Game
Deliver At All Costs is explosive and silly fun for a bit, but its writing and gameplay quickly grow tiresome.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Epic Games Store Gives Away Deliver At All Costs, Sifu, and Gigapocalypse
Last week, for the beginning of the Epic Games Store 2025 Mega Sale, gamers were able to grab Deep Silver Dambuster's Dead Island 2 for free. Starting today, a trio of PC games is being given away on the Epic Games Store, and one of them has just launched.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Game of Thrones: Kingsroad Is Out Now on PC and Mobile
As previously announced, Netmarble has released Game of Thrones: Kingsroad on PC (Steam, Epic Games Store, and Windows Launcher) and mobile devices (Android, iOS) across the world with the exception of Asia, where the game will debut later in 2025. The action/adventure roleplaying game (powered by Unreal Engine 5) had previously debuted in early access exclusively on PC.
May 22, 2025 — Source or Source

Konami's new game Deliver At All Costs, Sifu, and more go free on Epic Games Store
The Epic Games Store has just launched a massive giveaway. As a part of its latest mystery freebies promotion, three games are being offered to all PC gamers. This time, it even includes a day-one launch for the newly released game by Konami, Deliver At All Costs, the hit martial arts-based action game Sifu, and the indie 2D fighter Gigapocalypse.
May 22, 2025 — Source

PuK Gaming Redefines Mobile Controls with A Full Eco-System of Modular Mobile Gaming Hardware
PuK Gaming, a new name in mobile gaming hardware, announced today that their full eco-system of mobile gaming hardware has begun shipping globally. Exclusively for mobile gaming, the new modular range of products allows gamers to pick and choose the controls best suited to their style of play, providing a unique series of upgrades designed to bring console quality controls to mobile gaming, without the need to carry bulky hardware which limits game compatibility and adds cumbersome weight to typical travel.
May 22, 2025 — Source

SteamOS now officially supports a second handheld
The Lenovo Legion Go S starts shipping on May 25.
May 22, 2025 — Source

'The Alters' for Xbox and PC shattered my expectations of reality and questioned my life's decisions
I was invited to the annual 11 Bit Preview event where I got hours of hands on time with one of the most promising original IPs I've seen in years.
May 22, 2025 — Source

The MSI Claw A8 May Be the First Next-Gen Handheld Gaming PC
The Z2 Extreme is finally actually here.
May 22, 2025 — Source

TMNT: Tactical Takedown Review - A Bite-Sized Saturday Morning Romp
The turtle boys don't cut 'em no slack in a short but sweet tactics game that feels like the foundation for something much bigger.
May 22, 2025 — Source

What Makes Elden Ring Nightreign the Most Anticipated Game of 2025?
Elden Ring: Nightreign is shaping up to be 2025's most ambitious and talked-about game, with the potential to redefine the genre once again.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Xbox's PC Game Bar Just Raised The Bar With Refreshed Quick Settings
The update to the app also provided improvements that seem ideal for an Xbox-branded handheld.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Zotac Zone 2 demoed with Manjaro Linux and an AMOLED panel — 12-core Zen 5 CPU and 32GB RAM under the hood
In the pipeline for launch sometime later this year.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — May 13th, 2025

5 unusual PC gaming accessories you need to know about
Enhance your PC gaming with these niche devices!
May 13, 2025 — Source

DOOM: The Dark Ages Gets Official List of Known Issues; Some PC Issues Will Require Driver Fixes
Some of the issues found in the PC version of DOOM: The Dark Ages will require a driver fix, and thus won't be fixed with any patch that may launch once the game releases to the public later this week.
May 13, 2025 — Source or Source

Doom: The Dark Ages is surprisingly playable on the Steam Deck
"Low" graphics settings and 800p resolution hit 30 to 40 fps on Valve's hardy handheld.
May 13, 2025 — Source

EA Reveals F1 25 Global Launch Times & PC Spec Requirements
F1 25: Everything You Need to Know: Launch times, PC specs, achievements, soundtrack & much more. It's almost time to hit the grid. Here's your one-stop-shop on all of the key information, content and advancements we've made to this year's game. Pre-Load Timings: first-off, let's get F1 25 onto your console/PC.
May 13, 2025 — Source

F1 25 PC Specs Revealed -- RTX 5080 for Path Tracing at 1080P@60FPS
Today, Codemasters and EA Sports have unveiled several details of their upcoming racing game F1 25. The most interesting one for our readers is undoubtedly the detailed list of PC requirements, with recommendations for every target, including Virtual Reality, 8K resolution, or path tracing.
May 13, 2025 — Source

MSI Reportedly Readying "Claw 7 A2HM" Handheld; Debates Rage Over Choice of APU
MSI's European spare parts website has listed a rear plate that can fit on its previous and current generation 7-inch handheld gaming PCs. Eagle-eyed investigators noted the presence of a third unannounced option within a compatible device list: "Claw 7 A2HM (MS-1T41)." In addition, observers noticed that the Japan Audio Society had granted certification back in February.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Norigin, a Cinematic Single-Player Boss-Climbing Narrative Action-Adventure Game, Announced for PC
It's a long way to the top if you wanna rock and roll...
May 13, 2025 — Source

NVIDIA's drivers are causing big problems for DOOM: The Dark Ages, but some fixes are available
DOOM: The Dark Ages is now available for those with early access, and it looks like those playing on PC have an uphill battle.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Oblivion Remastered Messes Up A Good Joke
This visual gag didn't survive the jump to 4K textures.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Steam Deck Verified Program Expanding To Other Hardware Running SteamOS, Like Legion Go S
Valve believes roughly 18,000 games will work on Lenovo's upcoming handheld.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Stellar Blade is coming to PC next month
Shift Up teased plans for a PC version of Stellar Blade last year. Now, after months of development, the game is finally coming to PC, complete with a new boss battle, alongside support for all of the PC-specific features you would expect.
May 13, 2025 — Source or Source or Watch Video

Valve will soon let you know if a game is compatible with your SteamOS device
Its new rating system will let you know if games are properly supported on third-party devices like the Legion Go S.
May 13, 2025 — Source or Source

WoW Legion Is Getting The Remix Treatment, Blizzard Confirms
Legion Remix has been officially announced at PAX East.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Zotac's next handheld gaming PC features a Linux-based operating system and a Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor
Zotac entered the handheld gaming PC space last summer with the launch of the Zotac Gaming Zone. Now the company is preparing to introduce a new model.
May 13, 2025 — Source or Source

Gaming — PC — May 9th, 2025

AMD's new Radeon graphics driver is ready for DOOM: The Dark Ages and delivers FSR 4 upscaling support to Frostpunk 2, more
AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition driver 25.5.1 supports DOOM: The Dark Ages on PC while adding FSR 4 support to more games.
May 9, 2025 — Source

DOOM: The Dark Ages Graphics Analysis -- An Astounding id Tech 8 Showcase on PC and PS5
id Software's latest is a graphical feast and an incredible showing of id Tech 8's capabilities, regardless of the platform.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Doom: The Dark Ages Review - The Old One
Doom: The Dark Ages reinvents and reins in with equal measure, taking the series in a bold new direction without straying from its captivating roots.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Dune: Awakening Large-Scale Beta Weekend Now Live, Funcom Reassures Players Its Servers Can Handle "Heavy Loads"
Dune: Awakening's previously announced large-scale beta weekend is now live for players to jump in and try Dune: Awakening themselves, as Funcom continues to test its servers leading up to its new June 10, 2025, launch date.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Revenge Of The Savage Planet Review - A Goo(d) Time
Revenge of the Savage Planet is a bigger and better sequel, stretching out its joyful mix of platforming, exploration, and puzzle-solving across four diverse and lively planets.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Waterpark Simulator Announced for PC
Wet 'n wild.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — May 6th, 2025

Backbone just dropped a new mobile gaming controller: Meet the Backbone Pro
This controller has the potential to be something special.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Backbone Pro controller unveiled with wireless support, full-size joysticks, and more
The Backbone One controller for mobile gamers has been a massive success for the company behind the popular peripheral, Backbone. The plug-and-play gadget has been offering all the physical buttons and joystick comforts of a regular controller while being attached to Android and iPhone devices since 2020, and now, it's almost time for the sequel.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Backbone Pro Review
Backbone's back... Alright!
May 6, 2025 — Source

The Easiest Way To Get Around Steam's Captcha Error On Windows
When it comes to purchasing games on PC, Steam is one of the most popular platforms and has been around for over 20 years. However, that doesn't mean your experience will always be glitch-free. At times, you may have trouble opening Steam on your PC, or its download speeds may slow to a snail's pace. Another common error you could encounter is the 'Your response to the CAPTCHA appears to be invalid,' which typically appears when creating a new Steam account or signing into an existing one.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — May 5th, 2025

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 just cracked me into installing a mod for the first time ever
I don't game on PC but I installed and downloaded this mod just to get through a fight and I feel no shame
May 5, 2025 — Source

Is it time to upgrade, or get a whole new gaming PC? 6 questions to ask
Here's what to consider when making this important decision.
May 5, 2025 — Source

Nightmare Frontier, a New Tactical Turn-Based Strategy Game, Announced for PC
Get tactical.
May 5, 2025 — Source

PC Gamers' Favorite GPU Isn't Even a Graphics Card
The mobile RTX 4060 makes a surprise appearance at the top of the Steam survey charts.
May 5, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — May 2nd, 2025

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is selling more than twice as fast as other JRPGs on PC, analyst says -- here's why
According to analyst data, Sandfall Interactive's game is outselling Metaphor: ReFantazio by more than 2:1
May 2, 2025 — Source

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Publisher Says The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Shadow-Drop Actually Benefitted the Game by Drawing Attention to 'Quality RPGs That Week'
"We felt pretty confident that we could stand beside it."
May 2, 2025 — Source

Deadzone: Rogue Dev Team Working on Much Requested Offline Single Player Mode
The momentum around Deadzone's Early Access release has been amazing! Since this week's launch, over 30,000 players have jumped in, and the feedback has been super helpful. Thanks everybody! The most-requested feature so far is offline single-player mode, so we're making it a top priority. You'll be able to play Deadzone Rogue offline in single-player mode ASAP—we're aiming to have a patch out and live as quickly as possible.
May 2, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

I Panic-Bought a New PC: How Tariff Fears Led Me to Upgrade Now
Commentary: An expert says prices shouldn't skyrocket tomorrow, so don't do what I did and buy out of fear.
May 2, 2025 — Source

Last Epoch Tier List: Best Season 2 Masteries
We ranked the strongest Masteries in 1.2, and you can contribute your own rankings to our community Tier List!
May 2, 2025 — Source

More gamers turn to Windows 11 as the end of Windows 10 approaches
Windows 11 is quickly catching up to its predecessor, and it is on track to become the most popular Windows version worldwide (in some countries, it already is). On the gaming side, Windows 11 is already the dominant operating system, and in April 2025, it increased its position with more users switching from Windows 10.
May 2, 2025 — Source

MotoGP 25 Review -- Peak Bike Racing
MotoGP 25 is a challenging, and highly authentic racer held back by weak presentation and repetitive commentary.
May 2, 2025 — Source

Narrative-Driven, Stealth-Action Game The Shadow Syndicate Adds Some Bullet-Time To Its 1930s Noir Setting
The Shadow Syndicate is a new game from indie developer KillaSoft, announced during the Future Game Showcase as part of Gamescom Latam. Playing as a grizzled husky detective, you'll solve the mystery and supernatural conspiracy at the heart of its 1930s Brooklyn setting.
May 2, 2025 — Source

No Rest for the Wicked Breach Update Adds NVIDIA DLSS 4 and Lots of Content
Earlier this week, Moon Studios released the big Breach update for its game No Rest for the Wicked. In early access since May 2024, the action role-playing game received a lot of new content, starting with brand-new quests and new high-quality cinematic animation delivered through 18 new story scenes.
May 2, 2025 — Source

The Best Handheld Gaming PCs to Take Your Games on the Go
Play PC games anywhere with a handheld gaming PC.
May 2, 2025 — Source

Valve has a secret Deadlock build circulating amongst streamers
It has been a while since Valve's new multiplayer game, Deadlock, made headlines. That changed this week thanks to the discovery of a secret new build of the game -- one that looks to be much closer to a 1.0 launch build.
May 2, 2025 — Source

Valve's Deadlock Has A Super-Secret Invite-Only Alpha Different From The Known Invite-Only Alpha
Secrets on secrets on secrets!
May 2, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — April 28th, 2025

14 Best The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered Mods
Optimize your Oblivion experience with these PC mods.
April 28, 2025 — Source

ASUS Republic of Gamers Announces Collaboration with DOOM: The Dark Ages
ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced its partnership with Bethesda and id Software on the highly anticipated title DOOM: The Dark Ages. The collaboration is part of ongoing celebrations for the 30-year anniversary of ASUS graphics cards, and honors DOOM, an iconic franchise with a long-standing and legendary tenure in PC gaming.
April 28, 2025 — Source

AYANEO Pocket ACE hits Indiegogo (retro handheld with a 4.5 inch display and Snapdragon G3x Gen 2)
The AYANEO Pocket ACE is an Android-powered pocket-sized handheld game console with a 4.5 inch, 1620 x 1080 pixel IPS LCD display featuring a 3:2 aspect ratio, a Qualcomm Snapdragon G3x Gen 2 processor, and at least 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.
April 28, 2025 — Source or Source

Bandai Namco Explores ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN's Character Classes, Reveals PC Spec Requirements
ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN, the standalone multiplayer co-op action survival game by FromSoftware, Inc. and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc., challenges players with PVE combat against a harsh and unforgiving world.
April 28, 2025 — Source

Elden Ring Nightreign Undemanding PC System Requirements Revealed
The Elden Ring Nightreign PC system requirements have been revealed today, detailing the system specifications needed to run the game at launch.
April 28, 2025 — Source

Game Release Overshadowed By Oblivion Remastered Is Jokingly Being "Re-released"
Post Trauma will continue to be on sale but is getting a "spiritual re-release" in June.
April 28, 2025 — Source

GOG is adding some classic Star Wars games to its preservation program
Star Wars Dark Forces, Star Wars Battlefront, and Star Wars TIE Fighter Special Edition are just some of the games joining the program.
April 28, 2025 — Source

Hyper Light Breaker Update Brings A More Traditional Roguelike Experience
The first early access content update for Hyper Light Breaker introduces a major shake-up to its run structure.
April 28, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

La Quimera Review -- Escape From Nuevo Caracas
La Quimera is a new story-focused shooter by Reburn - the studio formerly known as 4A Games Ukraine. How well does it perform?
April 28, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Oblivion Remastered Players Have Plenty Of Suggestions Bethesda Could Implement
Oblivion Remastered brings some quality-of-life changes over the original but perhaps not enough.
April 28, 2025 — Source

Skin Deep Review - System Snark
While rewarding creativity like any great game in its genre should do, Blendo Games' Skin Deep also offers a refreshingly lighthearted take on the immersive sim.
April 28, 2025 — Source

Skin Deep review: A zany immersive sim that's a ton of fun
Skin Deep is a new immersive sim that's a lot of fun, but be warned, there are some crashing issues in the late game.
April 28, 2025 — Source

This modder stuck a 13-inch OLED USB-C monitor on his Steam Deck
One Steam Deck owner 3D-printed a bracket for a portable monitor, resulting in a mega-sized Frankenstein's monster of portable PC gaming power.
April 28, 2025 — Source

Ubisoft Shows It Hasn't Totally Forgotten About Splinter Cell
Splinter Cell: Blacklist has gotten achievements on Steam.
April 28, 2025 — Source

WoW's Housing System Will Reward Decor Based On Past Achievements
Meta achievements, past expansions, and professions will all be sources of housing decor.
April 28, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — April 25th, 2025

AMD Radeon graphics driver brings FSR 4 support to The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered and Assassin's Creed Shadows
AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition driver 25.4.1 adds FidelityFX Super Resolution 4 upscaling to recent PC hit titles.
April 25, 2025 — Source

Breath of Fire IV Is Now Available on PC via GOG, Complete With Plenty of Enhancements
Breath of Fire IV, the fourth entry in the classic JRPG series developed by CAPCOM, is now available on PC via GOG, complete with plenty of enhancements over the original PlayStation release.
April 25, 2025 — Source

Dune: Awakening Beta Impressions -- Desert Survival
Today, Funcom announced that a large scale beta weekend (with no NDA) for Dune: Awakening will take place between Friday, May 9 and Monday, May 12, allowing a significant number of players to try the game ahead of the new launch date of June 10.
April 25, 2025 — Source

Exclusive: Starfield Visual Compendium Revealed, And You Can Preorder It Now
Go behind the scenes of Bethesda's Starfield with this massive hardcover book.
April 25, 2025 — Source

GOG just saved one of the greatest JRPGs of all time — available now on PC
After over 25 years, the classic JRPG Breath of Fire 4 has finally been re-released on PC, DRM-free, courtesy of GOG.
April 25, 2025 — Source

Goodbye Wrist Strain? Razer's New Vertical Gaming Mouse Targets Office Comfort
It's not the least bit unusual for Razer to announce a new gaming mouse. But a vertical rodent for both work and play? That's something Razer has never done before...until now. Meet the Pro Click V2 Vertical Edition, which Razer is launching alongside its regular (read: non-vertical) Pro Click V2, both of which are wireless mice built to boost productivity while maintaining a gaming edge.
April 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Hell Let Loose Developers Showcase New PvPvE Extraction Shooter Hunger In First Gameplay Trailer
Good Fun Corporation, formerly known as Black Matter and the developers behind Hell Let Loose, have shown off the first gameplay for their upcoming game, Hunger.
April 25, 2025 — Source

I refunded The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remaster on Steam Deck and I'm not the only one unhappy with it
The Steam Deck Verified program is misleading yet again.
April 25, 2025 — Source

I tried MSI's Windows PC handheld - now I'm wondering if gaming laptops should even exist
The MSI Claw 8 AI+ improves on its predecessor with a refined design and impressive battery life.
April 25, 2025 — Source

La Quimera Review -- Short, But Not Sweet
La Quimera is a new story-driven, linear FPS from Reburn, the studio formerly known as 4A Games Ukraine. While 4A Games was initially founded and entirely located in Ukraine, as Reburn chief executive officer Dmytro Lymar explained to Wccftech previously, when the Russian Federation invaded Ukraine in 2014, the studio split between a Ukraine-based team and another based in Malta.
April 25, 2025 — Source

System76 releases COSMIC Desktop Alpha 7 bringing new features, improvements, and more
As we near the stable release of System76's COSMIC desktop environment, the project has reached another milestone with the launch of Alpha 7. If you are familiar with Pop!_OS, you might be wondering why System76 chose to abandon GNOME for COSMIC. To put it simply, trying to build the desktop experience System76 wanted on top of GNOME using extensions became a real headache.
April 25, 2025 — Source

The best gaming handhelds for 2025
From portable PC powerhouses to mobile emulation machines.
April 25, 2025 — Source

Why I never use a bottleneck calculator to decide my PC gaming hardware
Don't even bother with these sketchy apps!
April 25, 2025 — Source

Yes, Skate Will Require An 'Always On' Internet Connection
EA explains.
April 25, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — April 22nd, 2025

5 ways I lower my PC RAM usage to boost game performance
Free up your RAM and see your FPS fly!
April 22, 2025 — Source

Anbernic, Other Retro Game Hardware Companies Halt US Sales Due To Tariffs
The tumultuous tariff situation in America is giving retro hardware manufacturers pause.
April 22, 2025 — Source

AOKZOE A1X Review : A Linux Handheld Console That Outshines the Steam Deck
The AOKZOE A1X is a Linux-based handheld gaming console that combines innovative hardware with a focus on performance and efficiency. Powered by the AMD Ryzen 9 HX 370 APU and Radeon 890M iGPU, it positions itself as a formidable competitor in the portable gaming market. With features such as LPDDR5X RAM, a variable refresh rate display, and adjustable TDP settings, the A1X caters to both AAA and indie gaming enthusiasts.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Days Gone PC Graphical Improvements Detailed Ahead of Remastered Release
The update will improve world graphics, introduce new atmospheric/sky simulations, and accurately depict sunlight and sky intensities.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Days Gone Remastered PC Update Detailed by Bend
Days Gone Remastered is coming later this week for PlayStation 5, but PC users will also be able to access the same content and features. When it comes to new modes, Horde Assault, Permadeath Mode, and Speedrun Mode will have to be purchased as part of the $10 Broken Road DLC.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Don't buy a new ROG Ally X handheld — Upgrade your original ROG Ally's battery life with this replacement kit instead
Follow my tips to boost your ASUS ROG Ally handheld gaming battery life with this excellent upgrade kit from JSAUX.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Escape From Tarkov will finally reach 1.0 this year
Escape From Tarkov is an interesting title. While the game has received its fair share of criticism over the years, no other title has managed to directly compete with the hardcore extraction shooter. Almost a decade on from its closed beta launch, Escape From Tarkov will finally enter 1.0 later this year.
April 22, 2025 — Source

FSP Mega Ti 1650W Power Supply review
Build to be a legend, originating from a company (FSP) we have high regard for it follows the ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 standards, the MEGA TI series can handle a wide range of modern setups. Whether you're into gaming, content creation, or even working on AI projects, these units are designed to keep up with your system's demands.
April 22, 2025 — Source

I won't buy a wireless PC headset if it lacks this humble feature
Set aside the usual suspects. This overlooked feature is a game-changer and I now consider it a must-have.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Intel Gifts Gamers Core Ultra 200S Boost Overclocking With A Warranty
If you're the proud owner of an Intel Core Ultra 200-series CPU, rejoice, as there may be good gaming gains to be gotten from a new BIOS feature that Intel is rolling out. Intel's engineers dubbed the new feature the 200S Boost overclocking profile, and it promises to boost gaming performance without voiding your warranty.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Marvel Rivals Cross-Play: How PlayStation, Xbox and PC Players Can Queue Together
Your friends can join you in a heroic battle, no matter which platform you're playing on.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Microsoft Flight Simulator Releases City Update 10: United States I
This release spotlights a diverse selection of the country's most beautiful locations, from Dallas, Texas to Honolulu, Hawaii.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Retro game console maker Anbernic suspends US shipments due to tariffs
China-based company produces handhelds that emulate gaming systems including Sega Genesis and Game Boy
April 22, 2025 — Source

Single-player games still sell more physical than digital
Throughout this most recent console generation, we have seen an increasing shift in the adoption of digital gaming media, with physical disc sales continuously falling with each passing year. That said, there remains a strong sect of players who still prefer to purchase their games physically -- with as much as 80% of sales being physical in some situations.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Someone made 'Windows' for the Game Boy Color, and you can buy it
An indie developer released a fan-made Windows for the legendary handheld, complete with Minesweeper, Paint, and Game Boy Printer compatibility.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Steel Seed, RuneScape: Dragonwilds and more get DLSS support
Every week, Nvidia announces new games getting DLSS support. Things aren't slowing down any time soon, with six more titles set to sport Nvidia's highly-rated upscaling technology.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Tempest Rising, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 And More Add Support For NVIDIA DLSS Super Resolution
Six games added support for NVIDIA's DLSS Super Resolution today, NVIDIA announced. The complete list includes Steel Seed, which launched with support for DLSS 4 Mult-Frame Generation, Tempest Rising, The Talos Principle: Reawakened, RuneScape: Dragonwilds, Commandos: Origins, and the upcoming title Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Vindictus: Defying Fate Gets PC Alpha Test in June, New Character Trailer
NEXON has shared several updates on their upcoming co-op action RPG Vindictus: Defying Fate. Announced in February 2024, the game is based on the fantasy IP of the popular free-to-play MMORPG. Following last year's Pre-Alpha Test, the developers have now scheduled a PC (Steam) Alpha Test for June. They have also shared the content that will be available for testing:
April 22, 2025 — Source

Voidling Bound, a New Monster-Taming Action Game, Announced for PC
Catch/breed/craft/collect 'em all!
April 22, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — April 17th, 2025

GeForce NOW Adds Hunt: Showdown 1896, Forever Skies and 9 More Games This Week
NVIDIA announced that its cloud streaming platform GeForce NOW was updated with 11 PC games this week. The highlights are undoubtedly Hunt: Showdown 1896 and Forever Skies.
April 17, 2025 — Source

Nvidia adds 11 more titles to GeForce Now library this week
Nvidia has announced the next round of titles for GeForce Now. This week, eleven more games will join the cloud gaming library, including Crytek's much loved extraction shooter, Hunt: Showdown 1896.
April 17, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — April 11th, 2025

Among Us Crew Have Have Arrived In What The Car For New Crossover
Welcome to the Car-Mong Us update.
April 11, 2025 — Source

CORSAIR Announces Call of Duty: Warzone Collection Line of High-Performance Gaming Products
CORSAIR, a leading global developer and manufacturer of high-performance gear and technology for gamers, content creators, and PC enthusiasts, proudly announces the continuation of its multi-year, cross-brand collaboration with the critically acclaimed and award-winning Call of Duty franchise with the Call of Duty: Warzone Collection. Celebrating the 5th anniversary of Call of Duty: Warzone and the highly anticipated return of Verdansk, CORSAIR and its family of leading brands are delivering an exclusive collection of high-performance gaming products for the Call of Duty community to fully engage with on their way to victory.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Dark Souls Remastered Seamless Co-Op Mod Is Now Available for Download
The first version of the Dark Souls Remastered Seamless Co-op mod is now available for download, allowing PC players to enjoy the entirety of the game together with other players with little to no restrictions.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Great-Looking New FPS Void Breaker Just Started An Open Test On Steam
Take the fight against the machines to the next level in the open test for Void Breaker.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Infinity Nikki Launches On Steam In April With Free Rewards
Players will receive in-game gifts to celebrate.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Intel Arc graphics driver update improves "performance and frame pacing" on MSI Claw handhelds with Core Ultra 200V chips
Intel Arc driver 32.0.101.6734 improves real-time framerates at "lower power modes" on the latest MSI Claw handhelds.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Intel's performance-enhancing IPO program debuts in gaming PCs across China — overclocked performance with full warranty
IPO is Intel's way of balancing manual overclocking and reference settings with warranty protection.
April 11, 2025 — Source

The Last Of Us Part II Remastered PC Update 1.1 Addresses Crashing Issues, While Nixxes Is Still Working On Autosave Problems
The Last of Us Part II Remastered on PC got its second patch from developer Nixxes. This update addresses crashing issues that players reported, an audio issue players had while watching the Grounded documentary, fixes for the sliders in the display menu, and more.
April 11, 2025 — Source

La Quimera Takes 5 Hours to Finish, Doesn't Feature Metro Exodus-Style World
The developers behind La Quimera want to focus on the game offering a tight, narrative experience by sticking to a more linear structure.
April 11, 2025 — Source or Source

Mafia The Old Country launches on PC and consoles in August
Back in August, we received the first teaser trailer for the next Mafia game. Rather than a sequel, we are getting Mafia: The Old Country, a prequel that explores the origins of the Mafia families. Last night, an update to the game's Steam Store listing revealed that the game will become available one-year on from its initial reveal.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Microtransactions accounted for 58% of PC gaming revenue last year
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Roblox, and Fortnite helped drive this growth
April 11, 2025 — Source or Source

Razer PC Remote Play Launches For Glorious Game Streaming On The Go
Cloud and remote gaming are gaining in popularity, with Razer joining the fray with its PC Remote Play. It's the company's rendition of a platform that allows you to stream PC games to mobile devices from anywhere you have internet access. This will work with devices such as smartphones, tablets, and Windows handhelds, which often have controllers to pair with in conjunction.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Razer's Minecraft collaboration has produced the best looking keyboard I've ever laid eyes on
Razer's latest collaboration is better even than its recent tie-up with Fortnite, with a range of seriously stunning accessories.
April 11, 2025 — Source

River City Girls is free on the Epic Games Store
Each week, the Epic Games Store gives away a title or two for all those with an active EGS account. Available right now, Epic account holders can get their hands on the fun co-op beat 'em up River City Girls alongside some bonuses for the newly-released free-to-play Arcadegeddon.
April 11, 2025 — Source or Source

Schedule 1 Patch Notes For Its First Content Update
The surprise Steam hit is getting an update including a functional pawn shop, boutique, and more new content.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Steam Deck prototype with AMD Picasso APU (Zen+/Vega) sold for $2,000
It looks like AMD might have pitched the idea for a handheld gaming system to Valve much sooner than the RDNA architecture became available. Perhaps the plans were already settled, and Valve was simply testing things before the final silicon was available. Yet it is interesting that a Deck prototype with an entirely different architecture has been found and apparently put on auction recently.
April 11, 2025 — Source

What Is Marathon? A Short History of Bungie's 30-Year-Old FPS
Bungie is bringing back one of its oldest properties.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Where Winds Meet Launches in 2025 on PC and PS5, Closed Beta Kicks Off on May 16
The studio has also announced the minimum and recommend PC hardware needed to run the closed beta for Where Winds Meet.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Why skimping on your PC gaming rig's motherboard is a bad move
There's no substitute for quality!
April 11, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — April 7th, 2025

Blue Prince Review - An Intricate, Layered Roguelike Puzzle
Blue Prince is a masterfully intricate roguelike puzzle game that reveals increasingly elaborate details and interlocking systems as you peel back its layers.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Dope Game On Steam Accused Of Copyright Infringement Sparks A Drug Turf War
Let me just say right off the bat that for a multitude of reasons, I highly recommend against using Breaking Bad as a blueprint for your own life goals. Yes, Walter White and Jesse Pinkmak made a whole lot of money, but without spoiling the series, it came at many costs. Instead, there are several games on Steam where you can live out fantasy of becoming a drug lord much more safely, and somewhat humorously, a turf war has broken out between them.
April 7, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

La Quimera Launching on April 25 - Reburn Will Host a Closed Beta on Steam; Starting April 12
Reburn is excited to announce that La Quimera, its narrative-driven first-person-shooter game set in a futuristic Latin American megalopolis, will release on April 25 on PC via Steam. La Quimera will be priced at MSRP $29.99/€29.99.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Steel Hunters Early Access Review -- Middle of the Food Chain
A mish-mash of genres and convoluted progression dull what's otherwise intriguing art direction and extensive destruction.
April 7, 2025 — Source

The Rogue Prince of Persia gets massive content update ahead of price hike
Almost a year ago, Evil Empire (one of the teams behind Dead Cells) released The Rogue Prince of Persia in early access. Published by Ubisoft, this side-scrolling platforming rogue-lite has seen consistent updates in the months since. Ahead of its 1 year anniversary, The Rogue Prince of Persia has gotten another major patch -- The Unleashed Army Update.
April 7, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Gaming — PC — April 4th, 2025

Cat Quest II is this week's free Epic Games Store title
Each week, the Epic Games Store offers a title or two for free to all those with an EGS account. This week, players can get their hands on the cute and fun open-world Action-RPG Cat Quest II -- with River City Girls set to be given away next week.
April 4, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Nvidia brings 21 more titles to GeForce Now in April
Nvidia has teased what's to come for GeForce Now users in April. This month, we'll see a total of 21 new games added to the library, including brand-new releases like South of Midnight.
April 4, 2025 — Source

The Last Of Us Part 2 Remastered Patch Adds New Content But Causes Issues
New content has been added to the No Return mode.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Xbox is getting the sequel to one of Nintendo Switch's biggest cult mecha anime hits
Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion, the sequel to 2019's Daemon X Machina, will be blasting its way onto Xbox, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation, and PC later this Autumn
April 4, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — April 2nd, 2025

Dbrand's Switch 2 Killswitch Case Reservations Are Now Open
A fresh new look at the case.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Steel Hunters is Out Now in Steam Early Access
Players can claim the Recompense Battle Pass for free and earn rewards until April 29th. Progress is also permanent during early access.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Steel Seed Delayed to April 22, Required PC Specs Revealed
The studio working on Steel Seed faced some technical hiccups while trying to test the game for console release certification.
April 2, 2025 — Source or Source

Valve fixes Steam Deck update that caused boot loops
The Steam client update also broke TDP and GPU clock performance settings.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers GDC 2025 Hands-On Preview
505 Games included Wccftech in a second PC preview behind closed doors at 2025's Game Developers Conference in San Francisco, CA, where we went hands-on with Blades of Fire from MercurySteam and also a new Soulslike from developer Leenzee, a Chinese development studio whose work I was only familiar with previously with the VR-exclusive A.D. 2047.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — March 31st, 2025

Blizzard Reportedly Receiving New StarCraft Game Pitches From Well-Known Korean Developers
Here's what they allegedly have in mind.
March 31, 2025 — Source

CrystalMark Retro 2.0.0 brings retro benchmarking to systems from Windows 95 to Windows 11
Earlier versions were only backwards compatible as far as Windows XP.
March 31, 2025 — Source

Doom: The Dark Ages Is Battle.Net's Next Non-Activision Blizzard Game
Obisidian's Avowed also released on Blizzard's PC platform earlier this year.
March 31, 2025 — Source

Evercade Reveals Two New Super Pocket Handhelds Featuring Neo Geo And Data East Games
Check out iconic games from Neo Geo and Data East on these upcoming Super Pocket handhelds.
March 31, 2025 — Source

Game developers urge Nvidia RTX 30 and 40 series owners rollback to December 2024 driver after recent RTX 50-centric release issues
Rolling back to older drivers seems to be the only fix for some.
March 31, 2025 — Source or Source

HP expands its Omen brand to include PC gaming components
More parts options for PC gamers!
March 31, 2025 — Source

MAINGEAR Unveils 2025 MG-1 Gaming PCs Featuring NVIDIA 50-Series GPUs, Latest AMD Ryzen, and Intel Core Ultra Series 2 CPUs
MAINGEAR, the leader in premium-quality, high-performance gaming PCs, today unveiled its new 2025 pre-configured MG-1 gaming systems, equipped with NVIDIA's cutting-edge GeForce RTX 50-Series GPUs and powered by the latest AMD Ryzen 9000 Series CPUs and Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors. This exciting lineup offers gamers a significant leap in power, performance, and value, reinforcing MAINGEAR's commitment to redefining the gaming experience across all levels of play.
March 31, 2025 — Source

Monster Hunter Wilds Director Commits to Addressing Stability Issues, With PC Improvements Coming in Title Update 1
Further updates are planned, too.
March 31, 2025 — Source or Source

Satisfactory is finally getting controller support and much more in next update
Following years spent in Early Access, the management/construction/automation game Satisfactory finally saw its 1.0 launch last year. Already a solid release with a ton of additions, the game's upcoming 1.1 update is set to introduce a bunch of new and welcome features -- including the long-awaited controller support.
March 31, 2025 — Source

Steam's 'Content File Locked' Update Error Explained (And How To Fix It)
Steam is one of the top platforms for purchasing and playing games, but that doesn't mean it's free from bugs and issues. There's a long list of problems you can face while using Steam on your computer. For instance, you may come across a situation where Steam fails to open on your Windows PC or encounter the disc write error while trying to download a game through Steam.
March 31, 2025 — Source

SteamOS 3.8 on ROG Ally X : Gaming Benchmarks and Performance Review
SteamOS 3.8 has been successfully tested on the ROG Ally X, by ETA Prime marking a significant milestone in the evolution of handheld gaming. By combining advanced hardware with an optimized operating system, this pairing delivers a seamless gaming experience characterized by high performance, efficient battery usage, and customizable power management. While some features remain incomplete, the potential for future updates positions the ROG Ally X as a strong contender in the handheld gaming market.
March 31, 2025 — Source

The Palworld Dating Sim is real — and so is the Lovander body pillow
I wish I were joking, but Pocketpair has really cooked up a Palworld dating sim with 'More Than Just Pals', and you can wishlist it on Steam.
March 31, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — March 28th, 2025

A 25-year-old PC pinball game is my new meditation app
Hundreds of virtual pinball tables are at your fingertips with the free Visual Pinball app.
March 28, 2025 — Source

AYANEO Pocket ACE is a retro handheld with a 4.5 inch screen and Snapdragon G3x Gen 2
The Pocket ACE features a 4.5 inch, 1620 x 1080 pixel IPS LCD display with a 3:2 aspect ratio, a Qualcomm Snapdragon G3x Gen 2 processor, and a set of controllers that should be able to handle most retro games. T
March 28, 2025 — Source

F1 25 For PC Available May 30 gets graphical enhancements, and Film Content from Apple Movie
F1 25 is launching on May 30, 2025, for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, and it brings a host of technical upgrades crafted by Codemasters. The game now makes full use of LIDAR data to boost the accuracy of track visuals and environmental modeling, meaning every circuit is rendered with a high level of detail. It also ties in content from the upcoming Formula 1 film by Apple and Warner Bros, providing extra narrative depth to the simulation.
March 28, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Gran Turismo 7 expands its use of AI/ML-trained NPCs with good effect
First, Sony AI made an unbeatable AI driver; now, it's retrained it to be a good NPC.
March 28, 2025 — Source

Helldivers 2 is locking out players who use older CPUs
Some users have spent hundreds of hours playing the game on their PCs, but they can't anymore.
March 28, 2025 — Source

inZOI Early Access is Out Now on PC
The studio plans to keep working on inZOI as it stays in Early Access for at least one year. Plans might change once more content comes in.
March 28, 2025 — Source

inZOI has removed Denuvo DRM ahead of launch
Denuvo is universally disliked by pretty much everyone, with the PC-focused anti-tamper DRM not only causing unforeseen issues, but can also impact a game's stability and performance. Fortunately, an increasing number of developers seem to be moving away from the DRM, with the upcoming life-sim inZOI getting rid of Denuvo before the game's even launched.
March 28, 2025 — Source

Marvel Rivals Season 2 Might Bring Option to Reduce RAM Usage on PC
According to Marvel Rivals director Guangyun Chen, the RAM reduction feature is a lot of work and can't be brought in with a small patch
March 28, 2025 — Source

Razer Teams Up With Blizzard for New World of Warcraft Bundle
In celebration of one of the world's most successful and epic MMO games, gear up with Razer and elevate your World of Warcraft: Retail gameplay with a legendary event in-game bundle, which includes: Iron Skyreaver, Coral-Stalker Waveray, and Razeshi B. Players can look forward to having legendary mounts and a pet as they time wake through classic dungeons and explore the latest Undermine(D) update, items, events, and more.
March 28, 2025 — Source

Rebellion's Atomfall is Out Now
Rebellion, the independent video game studio behind the smash hit Sniper Elite and Zombie Army franchises, has today launched Atomfall. The game is available to play now on Game Pass, as well as purchase for Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Windows PC and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. Atomfall is also Certified on Steam Deck. UK-based post-apocalyptic survival-action game, Atomfall is inspired by the real life Windscale nuclear incident in the 1950s.
March 28, 2025 — Source

Simplified Chinese becomes the most-used language on Steam
Black Myth Wukong launched last year to a huge influx of players, with the action-adventure title SourceSourceselling over 25 million copies in just 6 months. While a surprise to some, the Chinese-developed title received a ton of support from players in the region -- with China now representing the greatest number of accounts on Steam.
March 28, 2025 — Source

Star Citizen Alpha 4.1 lands with orbital lasers, mini sandworms, alien NPC, and more
Cloud Imperium Games advanced its community-funded sci-fi space sim Star Citizen to Alpha 4.0 just before the start of 2025, adding a whole new system to explore with its own planets and moons. The studio has now returned to offering smaller, more focused content updates.
March 28, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The Last of Us Director Treats Every Project Like it's His Last
In an interview, The Last of Us director Neil Druckmann said that a lot of stars would have to align in order for there to be a sequel.
March 28, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — March 24th, 2025

Assassin's Creed Shadows breaks concurrent user record on Steam
One of the many changes seen with Assassin's Creed Shadows prior to its release involved Ubisoft making the title a day-one release on Steam. So far, this pivot seems to have paid off, with AC Shadows breaking its franchise record for the highest peak concurrent users on the platform.
March 24, 2025 — Source

AYANEO Pocket S2 Gaming Tablet Launching Soon : Snapdragon G3 Gen 3 CPU
Gaming on the go has come a long way, hasn't it? For many of us, the idea of carrying a device that could deliver console-quality performance in the palm of our hand once felt like a distant dream. But here we are, in an era where handheld gaming devices and tablets are pushing boundaries, blending power, portability, and innovation. If you've ever found yourself juggling between wanting a compact gaming experience and craving the immersive feel of a larger screen, AYANEO's latest offerings might just catch your attention.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Dragon Age: The Veilguard Gets Rook's Weapon Appearance Pack Free DLC on PC
The free DLC weapons pack was previously released for the Xbox Series X/S version of Dragon Age: The Veilguard back in January.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Dune: Awakening Dev Says Its Release Date Is 'The Full Launch,' and While There's No Subscription, There Will Be 'Optional' DLCs
Spicy take.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Dune: Awakening Pre-Orders Now Live; Special Editions, and PC Specs Revealed
Dune: Awakening, the multiplayer survival game inspired by Frank Herbert's legendary sci-fi novel and Legendary Entertainment's award-winning films, will launch on May 20th. Funcom is excited to share that pre-orders begin today, and gamers everywhere are now less than two months away from descending upon the most dangerous planet in the universe.
March 24, 2025 — Source

FBC: Firebreak — Crossplay, Xbox Game Pass, and everything you need to know
Strange incursions in the Oldest House need to be repelled, and the director is calling in the FBC: Firebreak team.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Game of Thrones: Kingsroad is Coming to PC as an Early Access Title on March 26
The Early Access release of Game of Thrones: Kingsroad will only be available to players that pick up one of the founder's packs.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Hollow Knight: Silksong Gets Steam Metadata Changes That Point to 2025 and Yes, We're Doing This Again
Could it finally be happening?
March 24, 2025 — Source or Source

Host Your Own Minecraft Server on Your PC Guide: Everything You Need to Know
Have you ever dreamed of creating your own Minecraft world where you and your friends can explore, build, and battle together—on your terms? Maybe you've tried joining public servers, only to find they don't quite match your vision or are overcrowded with strangers. Hosting your own Minecraft server might sound like a daunting task, but it's actually more achievable than you think.
March 24, 2025 — Source or Source

I reviewed MSI Claw 8 AI+ and ROG Ally X — Here's which PC gaming handheld you should actually get
ROG Ally X and MSI Claw 8 AI+ are both fantastic, but one handheld offers much better performance than the other.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Microsoft Removes Windows 11 24H2 Update Block for Asphalt 8 Players
The problem affected Asphalt 8 (Airborne), making it crash or become unresponsive during gameplay or when exiting.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Reports Of Silent Hill F Getting Banned By Rating Board Were Premature, It Seems
What's going on with Silent Hill F and its age-rating?
March 24, 2025 — Source

ShadPS4 PlayStation 4 Emulator Version 0.7.0 Is Now Available for Download; Adds AMD FSR, HDR Support and More
A new version of the ShadPS4 PlayStation 4 emulator is now available for download, introducing some welcome new features and quality-of-life improvements.
March 24, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

The Last of Us Part 2 detailed PC system requirements revealed
The Last of Us Part 2 is set to land on PC next week and so far, all signs are pointing towards a better launch compared to the release of The Last of Us Part 1. Recently, Naughty Dog revealed the PC system requirements for those targeting 1080p, 1440p and 4K, as well as confirming some of the PC-specific features we'll be seeing in the game.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — March 21st, 2025

Animal Use Protocol Trailer Highlights Puzzle-Solving, Teases Terrifying Monster
Stasis and Bone Totem developer's next horror title focuses on two intelligent animals who attempt to escape a horrifying lab.
March 21, 2025 — Source

Deathground Gets New Trailer Announcing 2025 Release Window
The latest Deathground trailer also gives us a better look at its gameplay, which has players completing objectives and hiding from dinosaurs.
March 21, 2025 — Source

GOG's Preservation Program gains 27 more classic games including FEAR and Silent Hill 4
It was November of last year when the DRM-free PC games store GOG announced the official Preservation Program to maintain classic games via its own resources. The CD Projekt-owned store began the initiative with a 100-strong list of classics from a variety of publishers and developers. Since then, more games have been slowly arriving in this program, and the newly announced wave includes 27 more titles.
March 21, 2025 — Source

Jurassic World Evolution 2 Free Download: Epic Games
Jurassic World Evolution 2 is being given away for free on the Epic Games Store from March 20 through March 27, 2025. Gurus can simply log in to the Epic launcher or head over to the Epic Games website, add the game to their cart, and complete the checkout with no charge.
March 21, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Kaiserpunk Now Available - Build, Industrialize, and Conquer in the Grand City Builder
Kaiserpunk, the highly-anticipated grand city-builder, from Overseer Games and co-published by Elda Entertainment, is now available on Steam for $29.99. Kaiserpunk challenges players to build thriving cities, maximize industrial power, and lead military campaigns across an alternate-history Interbellum Era (1918-1945). Combining large scale city-building, deep production chains, and global conquest, Kaiserpunk offers a unique blend of creativity and strategy.
March 21, 2025 — Source

Kaiserpunk Review
A city builder with a novel premise and a lot of problems.
March 21, 2025 — Source

Kingmakers Gets New Trailer Showcasing Destruction, Will Feature 4-Player Co-Op
Kingmakers developer Ian Fisch also explained that the game is developed using Unreal Engine 4 because of physics calculations.
March 21, 2025 — Source

Lenovo's SteamOS-based gaming handheld is up for preorder now
While the Windows version of the Legion Go S has been available, the much-anticipated SteamOS variant will arrive in May, according to Best Buy.
March 21, 2025 — Source

MSI Stormforce Prebuilt Desktop PC (Prism 1089 PBM)
Stormforce have got in touch and issued a statement in response to our video, apologising for the errors and promising to rectify the situation going forward.
March 21, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

'Pi Tin' retro gaming handheld is minty fresh thanks to a Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W
Raspberry Pi and Altoids were just 'mint' to be used together!
March 21, 2025 — Source

This Delivery Destruction Game Will Be Free On PC At Launch
The game launches in May.
March 21, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Why I care about CPU cache as a PC gamer: The obscure spec, explained
Maximizing your CPU cache can boost your PC's performance in games.
March 21, 2025 — Source

Your PC might have been blocked from updating Windows 11 because of this game
Microsoft just lifted a hold that prevented certain PCs from upgrading to the latest version of Windows 11.
March 21, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — March 17th, 2025

AYANEO Gaming Pad is an 8.3 inch gaming tablet with Snapdragon G3 Gen 3
AYANEO got its start a few years ago by making handheld gaming PCs with AMD processors and Windows-based software. Since then the company has branched out into mini PCs and Android-powered handhelds with ARM-based chips. And now AYANEO has introduced its first Android tablet... but it's still positioned as a gaming device.
March 17, 2025 — Source

AYANEO Pocket S2 is an Android handheld game console with a faster processor, bigger battery, and improved controllers
Last year AYANEO launched the Pocket S handheld game console with a 6 inch display, Qualcomm Snapdragon G3X Gen 2 processor, and support for up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage.
March 17, 2025 — Source

AYANEO Pocket S2, Gaming Pad and OneXplayer ONEXSUGAR Android gaming handhelds feature Qualcomm G3 Gen3 SoC
Qualcomm has a new chip for gaming handhelds, three systems already announced.
March 17, 2025 — Source

Intergalactic Takes Inspiration From Elden Ring's Player Freedom -- Rumor
Naughty Dog's sci-fi action-adventure epic will allegedly see players uncovering the history of the mysterious planet Sempiria.
March 17, 2025 — Source

Next-gen Snapdragon G Series chips will power handhelds from Ayaneo, OneXSugar and Retroid Pocket
The G3 Gen 3 has 30 percent faster CPU performance and 28 percent faster graphics.
March 17, 2025 — Source

Respawn's Star Wars tactics game to be officially revealed
Aside from the Star Wars Jedi games, Respawn has been hard at work on a few other Star Wars-related projects. Unfortunately, Respawn's planned Star Wars shooter, reportedly based on The Mandalorian, has been cancelled.
March 17, 2025 — Source

Star Wars: Hunters Goes Offline on October 1st, Final Update on April 15th
Zynga's competitive shooter launched in June 2024 for Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android. A PC version was also in the works.
March 17, 2025 — Source

Valve rolls out SteamOS for more devices, offering a fresh alternative to Windows
SteamOS 3.7.0 preview includes "beginnings of support for non-Steam Deck handhelds"
March 17, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — March 14th, 2025

Epic Games Brings Support To Windows On Snapdragon With Easy Anti-Cheat
One by one, the barriers to gaming bliss on Snapdragon laptops are falling. Back in November, a new build of Windows brought support for Intel's Advanced Vector Extensions to the Prism emulator that is used to translate x86-64 program code into Armv8 instructions that the Snapdragon CPUs can execute. Now, Epic Games has announced that it is releasing a new version of the Epic Online Services SDK that adds Arm support.
March 14, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — March 13th, 2025

Avowed director confirms Microsoft 'happy' with game's player numbers
Avowed marks the biggest first-party Xbox game for 2025 so far, with the Obsidian Entertainment-developed RPG arriving on Microsoft's console (and PC) just under a month ago. Being Microsoft, the company rarely shares sales figures for its games. That being said, according to the game's director, the higher-ups at Xbox are "happy" with Avowed's player numbers.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Dune Awakening Shows Off Its Ever-Shifting Deep Desert Map
Today, Funcom has published a new exploration trailer for the upcoming massive multiplayer survival game Dune Awakening. The video goes through the basic progression every character will have to go through after crash-landing on Arrakis: first, surviving, crafting a stillsuit, founding a home base, and making vehicles to roam the desert planet.
March 13, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Epic Games is addressing one of Windows-on-Arm's last big app compatibility gaps
Drivers and kernel-level software can't be translated automatically by Windows.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Fortnite is coming to Windows on Arm
Epic and Qualcomm are working on Windows on Snapdragon support for Easy Anti-Cheat.
March 13, 2025 — Source

GeForce NOW Adds Warcraft Remasters, Heroes of the Storm and More
This week, NVIDIA announced that several Blizzard games are joining the list of PC titles available for streaming on GeForce NOW. All the Warcraft remasters, Warcraft Rumble, and Heroes of the Storm are now supported on the cloud.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Google is making it easier for you to play your favorite Android games on PC and vice-versa
At this year's Game Developer's Conference (GDC), Googleshared plans to make more games available on different devices, aiming to blend the experience of playing on PCs and phones. The idea is to make it easier for games to play the games they like, no matter where they are or what device they have.
March 13, 2025 — Google is making it easier for you to play your favorite Android games on PC and vice-versa
At this year's Game Developer's Conference (GDC), Googleshared plans to make more games available on different devices, aiming to blend the experience of playing on PCs and phones. The idea is to make it easier for games to play the games they like, no matter where they are or what device they have.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Half-Life 2 RTX demo comes to Steam next week
Hot on the heels of the successful launch of Portal RTX, Nvidia announced plans for an RTX reimagining of Half-Life 2. The mod, known as Half-Life 2 RTX, has been in development for years but we'll finally have the opportunity to play it for ourselves later this month.
March 13, 2025 — Source

It turns out you can only change VRAM on Legion Go and Legion Go S handhelds by going into the BIOS — Here's how it works
You can get more control over your Legion Go handheld by going into the BIOS and adjusting VRAM.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Microsoft Flight Simulator World Update XIX is now live
Since its release back in 2020, Microsoft's Flight Simulator has seen a great number of updates on a consistent basis. Marking the 19th major world update, Microsoft Flight Simulator (and its 2024 sequel) are revamping a number of regions including Brazil, Guyana and more.
March 13, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

NVIDIA ACE Autonomous Game Characters Debut This Month In inZOI and NARAKA: BLADEPOINT MOBILE PC VERSION
NVIDIA ACE is a suite of RTX-accelerated digital human technologies that bring game characters to life with generative AI. Earlier this year, we unveiled AI-powered NVIDIA ACE Autonomous Game Characters, adding autonomous teammates, NPCs, and enemies to games, unlocking a whole new set of gameplay possibilities. These ACE autonomous game characters make their debut later this month in two titles. In the life simulator inZOI, players can customize "Smart Zoi" NPCs with life goals that in turn use AI to guide behavior and interactions with other NPCs.
March 13, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

NVIDIA and Microsoft Open Next Era of Gaming With Groundbreaking Neural Shading Technology
NVIDIA today announced ahead of the Game Developers Conference (GDC) groundbreaking enhancements to NVIDIA RTX neural rendering technologies. NVIDIA has partnered with Microsoft to bring neural shading support to the Microsoft DirectX preview in April, giving developers access to AI Tensor Cores in NVIDIA GeForce RTX GPUs to accelerate neural networks from within a game's graphics pipeline. Neural shading represents a revolution in graphics programming, combining AI with traditional rendering to dramatically boost frame rates, enhance image quality and reduce system resource usage.
March 13, 2025 — Source

PowerWash Simulator 2 will let you blast away grime in split screen co-op
2 dirty, 2 power wash-y.
March 13, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

SKATE adds microtransactions despite still being in closed alpha
Back in 2022, EA officially announced that they were reviving the long-dormant Skate franchise. With the game planned to launch some time this year, the team have been hosting a bunch of closed alpha tests. In a not-so-surprising move, despite being in an alpha state, EA has now added microtransactions into Skate.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Soulslike action-RPG Mortal Shell is free on the Epic Games Store this week
It's time to grab another freebie from the Epic Games Store. PC gamers can now claim a copy of Mortal Shell to keep as part of the weekly promotion, which replaces the Them's Fightin' Herds freebie from last time. As always, you have seven days to add the latest game permanently to your library.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — March 12th, 2025

Atomfall Will Require RTX 2060 GPU and 16GB RAM
With just about two weeks before the launch of Atomfall, UK developer Rebellion has shared the minimum system requirements needed to play the game's PC version. They're not too different from what we see nowadays, though the good news is that the game (powered as usual by Rebellion's proprietary Asura engine) won't occupy too much space on your drive.
March 12, 2025 — Source

Be Your Own Dumbledore In This Upcoming Magic School Sim
The Fool's Apprentice launches on Steam on April 14.
March 12, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

EA's Skate Gets Microtransactions Before Its Release Date
Flip out.
March 12, 2025 — Source

Diablo Immortal 2025 Roadmap Reveals Another New Class Is On The Way
A year-long storyline will explore the aftermath of Diablo's demise.
March 12, 2025 — Source

Fracture Point, a New Roguelike FPS With Looter Shooter Elements, Announced for PC
Back in 'Black'?
March 12, 2025 — Source

Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced Edition Looks As Realistic as Never Before With New Mod Introducing Improved Lighting and More
Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced Edition brings significant visual improvements to the fifth entry in the series developed by Rockstar Games, but a new mod that was released online a few days back introduces even more stunning improvements that bring the game's realism to new heights.
March 12, 2025 — Source

inZOI PC Hardware Requirements Revealed
The hardware requirements include much older CPUs and GPUs, and offer a scalable experience when early access launches on March 29th
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New Strategy Game That Closely Resembles Advance Wars Is Releasing Soon
Meet Warside.
March 12, 2025 — Source

Skyrim Unreal Engine 5 Unofficial Remaster New Version Introduces 1000 New Textures
A new version of the Skyrim Unreal Engine 5 remaster is now available for download, introducing a lot of new textures to improve the unofficial remaster's visuals.
March 12, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — March 11th, 2025

30 Years Later, Chrono Trigger's Defining Feature Still Can't Be Topped
Chrono Trigger is considered one of the best RPGs of its era for many reasons, not least of which is because it encouraged many of us to play it at least twice.
March 11, 2025 — Source

ACER confirms first gaming PC with GeForce RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7 graphics card
It appears that the announcement of new RTX 50 graphics cards is imminent. French retailers seem to be the first to list Acer's new Nitro N50 system, which not only packs an Intel 14th Gen Core CPU (i7-14700F) but also an as-yet unreleased NVIDIA card.
March 11, 2025 — Source

Celeste Dev's Canceled Game Lives On, Sort Of
Earthblade was canceled last year.
March 11, 2025 — Source

Control gets surprise update with tons of new PC settings
Remedy Entertainment's Control was an excellent game when it released back in 2019, only getting better with time thanks to an enhanced Ultimate Edition. Years on from its last major update, Control has gotten a surprise patch, bringing previously-locked content to all alongside a boatload of new PC settings.
March 11, 2025 — Source

Corsair Intros Custom Lab for Europe
Corsair, maker of award-winning PC and Mac performance gaming peripherals, proudly announces the release of Corsair Custom Lab for Europe, allowing European gamers to make personalized peripherals that truly reflect their own unique styles. An all-in-one shop for specially designed gear, Corsair Custom Lab lets players pour their passion, personality, and self-expression onto the canvas of their mouse, keyboard, and mousepad, with more products to be added later.
March 11, 2025 — Source

Cthulhu Keeper Revitalizes Classic PC Game Genres Through A Lovecraftian Lens
Cthulhu Keeper blends stealth tactics and dungeon management gameplay together to create a new Lovecraftian adventure.
March 11, 2025 — Source

Disco Elysium Studio Teases its Next Project, and It's Not Disco Elysium 2
Tinker Gamer Soldier Spy.
March 11, 2025 — Source

Order 13 Out Now on Steam
The time has come! Order 13 is now available. What a crazy ride it has been since we first announced the game back in January. We hope that you are ready for your fist shift in the warehouse. It is finally time for you to dive in and uncover the mysteries of the place. A huge thank you to everyone who played the demo, gave us feedback and sent us thoughtful messages on the game. It's also been mind-blowing to see creators like CaseOh, Tomato, Fooster, and Insym play, that's something to check off the bucket list.
March 11, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Rise of Ronin Out Now on PC/Steam, Team Ninja Already Working on Performance Improvements
Today, KOEI TECMO and developer Team NINJA announced that their open-world action RPG, Rise of the Ronin, is now available digitally on Windows PC via Steam. Originally released for PlayStation 5, the epic Bakumatsu era tale takes players on a historic journey where a masterless warrior, a ronin, must fight to forge their own destiny through the chaos of war and political unrest. The Steam version supports various PC features, including ultra-wide monitor combatibility, 8K resolution, 120 FPS, 3D audio, and more.
March 11, 2025 — Source

This handheld gaming PC has a big screen, detachable controllers, and a slow processor
Handheld gaming PCs have come a long way in recent years thanks to advances in mobile chips with high-performance integrated graphics capable of delivering decent frame rates for many recent games. But handhelds with the best processors can be pricey.
March 11, 2025 — Source

Wargaming Announces Steel Hunters Early Access Date
Today, Wargaming has announced that the original IP Steel Hunters, an upcoming free-to-play mech hero shooter, will be releasing in Early Access on April 2, 2025. This title is set to blend Battle Royale elements with Extraction mechanics and features a player-first philosophy. This Early Access phase will be beneficial to the development of Steel Hunters and will allow the community to get involved and have a say in the development of the game through their feedback. To ensure the community is kept in the loop, the developers will release information and insights as the game nears the Early Access period.
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Gaming — PC — March 10th, 2025

Burning Sword: Death Sun Is Looking Like a Great Mix of Onimusha And Ninja Gaiden
Nomadic Games' upcoming Burning Sword: Death Sun might just end up being one of the biggest surprise hits of the year, and this feature explores exactly why that could be the case.
March 10, 2025 — Source

Buying a PC game controller is all about options. Cut through the BS with this guide
Everything you need to know before you drop cash on a controller for your PC gaming rig.
March 10, 2025 — Source

Control March 2025 PC Update Introduces New Ultra Ray Tracing Preset, HDR, Support for Resolutions Higher Than 4K, Updates NVIDIA DLSS to 3.7 and More
A new Control update has gone live today on PC, introducing a new ray tracing preset, official HDR support, NVIDIA DLSS updates, and more.
March 10, 2025 — Source

"Do No Harm" Available Now on PC - a Lovecraftian Doctor Simulator
The day that we have been working towards for one year, and around 5 years overall for the studio (Dart Games). Our game—Do No Harm—is out! We are excited to show it to you. Hope you like it. We are also excited to announce a bundle with Death & Taxes.
March 10, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Split Fiction Is Now EA's No. 2 Game All Time On Steam, Ahead Of Battlefield And FIFA
The EA-published co-op game is off to a blazing start.
March 10, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — March 8th, 2025

Blood Typers is a terrifically tense, terror-filled typing tutor
Explore a haunted house, destroy some zombies, and hone your touch typing at the same time.
March 8, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — February 28th, 2025

Anno 117: Pax Romana Shows Off Modular Ships in Latest Trailer
Anno 117: Pax Romana will allow players to modify their ships with extra sails, oars, or even a small troop of archers for defense.
February 28, 2025 — Source

AYANEO Flip clamshell handheld gaming PC production paused before all orders had shipped
The The AYANEO Flip is a handheld gaming PC with a clamshell design where the lid flips upward to reveal a game controller and either a QWERTY keyboard or a small secondary screen, depending on the model. AYANEO launched a crowdfunding campaign for the Flip in January, 2024 and began shipping some units to backers a few months later. But more than a year after the start of crowdfunding, some backers still haven't received anything.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Ayaneo Flip DS and Flip KB aren't dead after all — Ayaneo claims a misunderstanding
Only 18 orders hadn't been delivered— and production is instead going on an extended break
February 28, 2025 — Source

Black State Q&A and Exclusive Screens -- Making the 'Best-Looking Games with Best Optimization'
Last Summer, Istanbul-based developer Motion Blur impressed gamers with the reveal of Black State, an upcoming third-person shooter game that looked very reminiscent of the Metal Gear Solid series. Earlier this year, at CES 2025, the studio was on the showfloor at NVIDIA's booth to demonstrate that the excellent visuals was also coupled with incredible performance, even at this stage of development.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 has been added to the Microsoft Store
Following the conclusion of the purchase of Activision Blizzard by Microsoft, the console maker began to bring a number of the publisher's back-catalogue to its Xbox Game Pass subscription service. While we've yet to see any classic CODs come to Game Pass, the Microsoft Store on PC has seen a ton of activity -- with the OG Black Ops 1 having now been added.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Can the Steam Deck Run Monster Hunter Wilds?
Can Steam's portable PC gaming device handle these giant monsters?
February 28, 2025 — Source

Customize Your iPhone's Home Screen Widgets Fast With This Hack
You can add and resize your widgets in a few easy steps.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Diablo 4 Will Be Around "For Years," Blizzard Says; Don't Expect Diablo 5 Soon
Destiny tried aiming for 10 years of support and look how that turned out, Blizzard boss says.
February 28, 2025 — Source

I accidentally spent 50 hours curating wacky museums in this management simulator where weird quirks are half of the fun, and all I want is to play it more
Two Point Museum has all the delightful wackiness of past games, but not all lessons have been learned since Two Point Campus.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Intel releases new GPU driver with support for GTA V Enhanced, Monster Hunter: Wilds, more
Intel has released a new non-WHQL driver for supported processors and graphics cards. Version 32.0.101.6632 is out with optimizations for GTA V Enhanced, Monster Hunter Wilds, Split Fiction, and FragPunk. Also, the driver packs now-traditional performance improvements in various games.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Monster Hunter Wilds Crosses 1.28 Million Concurrent Steam Players
The PC version of Capcom's highly-anticipated action RPG beats Elden Ring, Cyberpunk 2077, and many other titles at its current peak.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Monster Hunter Wilds Is Having Some Problems On PC, But Capcom Is Here To Help
Monster Hunter Wilds launches today.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Monster Hunter Wilds Is Off To An Amazing Start On PC, Smashing Through Several Steam Records
Monster Hunter Wilds is only the eighth game in Steam history to have reached--and surpassed--a million concurrent players.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Monster Hunter Wilds players suffer PC performance issues at launch
While Monster Hunter Wilds has gotten off to a great start sales-wise, PC players are hammering the game in the Steam reviews section due to performance issues. Capcom has already responded to the complaints, promising improvements.
February 28, 2025 — Source or Source

Monster Hunter Wilds races to a million concurrent players on Steam, so why are "Mixed" player reviews pouring in?
Monster Hunter Wilds just launched on Steam, and it's already racking up impressive numbers despite player reviews.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Monster Hunter Wilds surpasses 1.3 million concurrent players on Steam
Monster Hunter Wilds has launched and already seems to be a massive hit. On PC alone, the game garnered over 1 million concurrent players in the hours after launch.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update 1 Launches in Early April, Adds The Gathering Hub
A "new level of challenge" provided by a monster with "formidable strength at a level above Tempered" is also confirmed.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Monster Hunter Wilds: 6 Tips from the Developers Themselves
The Monster Hunter series is packed with detail -- from 14 weapon types, each effectively changing what kind of action game you're playing, to its many items, to the huge range of monsters to take down -- which can also make it overwhelming to a new player. With Monster Hunter Wilds (launching on Xbox Series X|S today) offering the biggest, most seamless hunting experience yet, it's good to go in armed not just with a massive weapons, but with knowledge.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Split Fiction PC system requirements announced
Split Fiction, the latest game from Hazelight Studios, is just around the corner. In preparation for launch, the studio has now revealed detailed PC system requirements for the game. While higher than the likes of A Way Out and It Takes Two, the minimum specs required are very reasonable.
February 28, 2025 — Source

The Hidden Ones Gets New Trailer Showcasing Xue Fan's Abilities
Xue Fan is a returning character from older title Hitori no Shita: The Outcast, and will bring his scythe-wielding abilities to The Hidden Ones.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Tunic And Octodad Headline Huge LA Fire-Relief Bundle
For at least a tenner, get over 400 games.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — February 18th, 2025

Borderlands 4 locks in September 23 release, GTA 6 to follow soon after
Rockstar will probably give Borderlands 4 about a month or more breathing room before rocking the holiday cash registers
February 18, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — February 17th, 2025

Cthulhu Keeper Announced for PC
Memories of a Bullfrog...
February 17, 2025 — Source

Elden Ring Nightreign to add extra bosses and characters as DLC
Elden Ring Nightreign is coming out in May and despite a rocky start, players are now able to log into the on-going network stress test for an early look at the game. As Nightreign is a multiplayer-focused game, many have wondered what kind of monetisation we can expect to see in the game. Now, it seems that we know that future bosses and characters will be available as DLC packs.
February 17, 2025 — Source

GTA 6 could launch on PC in early 2026, according to Corsair
The wait might not be too long
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Here's exactly when you can play Avowed on Xbox Game Pass
The early access period is almost over and Avowed is getting ready to drop into Game Pass on Xbox and PC. Here are the details on when you can play.
February 17, 2025 — Source

Intel says PC gaming handhelds are its "number one priority" — can Arrow/Panther Lake chips challenge AMD's dominance?
Intel touts "big plans" to increase its handheld presence, but can its next-gen chips compete with AMD's Ryzen Z1 and Z2 Extreme?
February 17, 2025 — Source

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 surpasses staggering new sales threshold
Hitting two million sales is never an easy thing, and Warhorse Studios has done so in less than two weeks.
February 17, 2025 — Source

"Lost in Random: The Eternal Die" Demo Available Now
The dice have been cast! The official demo for Lost in Random: The Eternal Die is available now on Steam, and Xbox for all you multi-platform folks! Enter the Eternal Die: step back into the whimsical, dark fantasy world of Random—this time with a rogue-lite twist. In this free demo, you'll experience the first of four enchanting yet perilous worlds as Queen Aleksandra and her loyal die-companion, Fortune.
February 17, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

WWE 2K25 reveals its full roster of over 300 playable WWE Superstars
WWE 2K25 has unveiled who will join its playable roster of 300+ characters, and it is stacked with WWE Hall of Famers like The Undertaker and Stone Cold Steve Austin, to modern-day icons like Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns.
February 17, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Your new Lenovo Legion Go S works best with these hand-picked accessories
You'll get the most out of your Lenovo Legion Go S handheld with these accessories and add-ons.
February 17, 2025 — Source

Gaming — PC — February 14th, 2025

Almost Half Of Steam Users Still Use Windows 10, Despite Impending End Of Life
Windows 10 is approaching its end-of-life date, but it seems that almost half of Steam users are still clinging on.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Avowed Has a Little Bit of Romance In It After All
'Tis the east, and Kai is the sun.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Avowed PC Technical Report -- Solid Work from Obsidian: 4K@200FPS with DLAA and Max Settings
Avowed may be officially slated for February 18, but owners of the Premium Edition can already play it. As such, a technical report is in order.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Avowed Skips Xbox Cloud Gaming in Favor of NVIDIA GeForce Now
Avowed launched in Early Access yesterday, with those who played it giving positive feedback on the game. This title comes from the beloved studio Obsidian Entertainment, which has also made games such as Fallout: New Vegas, Pillars of Eternity, and more. Avowed launched exclusively on Xbox and Steam, offering a premium early access period for an additional $10 where the game will then launch on Xbox Game Pass next week.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Corsair CEO Believes Grand Theft Auto 6 Will Hit PC In Early 2026
Will GTA 6 be available for PC just a few months after hitting consoles? Corsair CEO Andy Paul seems to think so.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Elden Ring Nightreign For PC - Where To Save On Steam Key Preorders
Fanatical is offering a price cut on the Steam version of Elden Ring Nightreign ahead of its May 30 release.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Epic Games Store Year in Review Released -- Community Grows to 295+ Million PC Users
The Epic Games Store Year in Review is now available, providing a look back at 2024, as well as sharing what's to come this year, including some of the most anticipated features of the store and some massive game releases. While there are a fair number of PC gamers who don't favor the Epic Games Store, the community has continued to grow to more than 295 million PC users (up by 25 million from 2023) and a total of 898 million Epic cross-platform accounts (up by 94 million from 2023.)
February 14, 2025 — Source or Source

Fanatical's Newest Bundle Includes Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered, Persona 4 Arena Ultimax, And More PC Games For $7 Each
The new Prestige Collection deal closes out Fanatical's Bundlefest 2025 week.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Intel Reveals Big Plans for Panther Lake & Arrow Lake-H-powered Handheld Gaming PCs
In an exclusive report, Laptop Mag has extracted intriguing disclosures from Intel's Robert Hallock. The company's VP and General Manager of Client AI and Technical Marketing was happy to announce that new-generation processors are lined up for inclusion within next waves of handheld gaming PCs. Industry rumors posited that things would end with Team Blue's Core Ultra "Lunar Lake" generation of APUs; as featured on the recently deployed MSI Claw 8 AI+ and Claw 7 AI+ models.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Lenovo Legion Go S review: Not quite the bargain we hoped for
Windows is both a blessing and a curse on a handheld gaming PC.
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Obsidian Entertainment Won't Chase Huge Profits or Grow Aggressively, Plans to Last 100 Years in the RPG Business
In a talk at this week's D.I.C.E. Summit via PCGamer, an industry conference took place where the theme was sustainability. At this talk, Obsidian Entertainment VP of Operations Marcus Morgan and VP of Development Justin Britch said that they want Obsidian Entertainment to make it to its 100th birthday. Considering the rocky state of the game industry at present, this seems like something that is highly unlikely. However, Obsidian Entertainment does have a history of making incredibly popular games, such as Fallout: New Vegas, Pillars of Eternity, The Outer Worlds, and most recently, Avowed.
February 14, 2025 — Source

OneXPlayer X1 Pro: Redefining Gaming, Work, and Entertainment
Imagine having a single device that effortlessly adapts to your lifestyle—whether you're diving into an intense gaming session, tackling a demanding work project, or simply streaming your favorite shows. The OneXPlayer X1 Pro promises to be just that: a innovative 3-in-1 device that combines the power of a handheld gaming console, the versatility of a tablet, and the productivity of a laptop.
February 14, 2025 — Source

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2's "Major Patch 1.2" Brings 1700+ Improvements & Fixes
Stalkers! Major Patch 1.2 is here! We are ready to present you Patch 1.2. A massive one, with over 1700 improvements and fixes to all aspects of the game: balance, locations, quests, blockers, crashes, performance, more A-Life 2.0 fixes, you name it. This work wouldn't have been possible without your feedback and comments on your personal experience with the Zone, thanks for sharing it here on Steam, Reddit, Discord, and other socials.
February 14, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

SEGA Unveils Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
New worlds await in the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog racing game—Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds—introducing a unique gameplay mechanic transporting the iconic characters from the Sonic and Sega universes into new dimensions. The newest entry to the Sonic Racing series is a Sonic game, driving game, and action game all-in-one that will offer an exciting racing experience across several modes, worlds, and more! S
February 14, 2025 — Source

Shinobi: Art of Vengeance PC Preorder Discount At Fanatical
Both the standard edition and Digital Deluxe Edition are on sale, making this the cheapest way to preorder Shinobi: Art of Vengeance.
February 14, 2025 — Source

This Gundam Game Finally Arrives In West, No Longer Vita-Exclusive
Mobile Suit Gundam Seed: Battle Destiny is getting an English localization.
February 14, 2025 — Source

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