NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Sunday, July 21 (game #406)
Here’s your Connections puzzle for Sunday from the NYT. It’s hard, as always, but not so tricky as some are – and I have hints if you need some below. What should you do once you’ve finished? Why, play some…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Saturday, July 20 (game #405)
It’s the weekend! And that means you have another chance to solve a weekend Connections puzzle: they’re the same as the weekday Connections puzzles, but on a weekend. Yay! Read on for my hints and commentary on today’s game. What…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Saturday, July 20 (game #405)
It’s the weekend! And that means you have another chance to solve a weekend Connections puzzle: they’re the same as the weekday Connections puzzles, but on a weekend. Yay! Read on for my hints and commentary on today’s game. What…
EA Sports FC 25 launches later this year and will feature football star Jude Bellingham on the cover
EA Sports has revealed the official release date for EA Sports FC 25, as well as its cover star. EA Sports FC 25 is coming to Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC on September 27,…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Friday, July 19 (game #404)
The week comes to an end with a fairly easy Connections puzzle that I don’t think will cause people too many problems. It’s certainly easier than yesterday’s. But still might want some hints to help you solve it; if you…
Microsoft reveals the worst controller I’ve ever seen as a prize in its latest Xbox Series X giveaway
The latest Xbox Series X giveaway has landed and it might be the cheekiest one yet – literally. Created in collaboration with Marvel Studios, the newest limited edition console bundle comes in a striking design that was inspired by the…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Thursday, July 18 (game #403)
Does that fact that I failed today’s Connections imply it’s more difficult? Or is it simply that I am having a bad day? Possibly a little from column A, a little from column B… But if you get stuck, there…
Xbox Game Pass is expanding its library this week with a bunch of new titles, including the newly released Flock
Microsoft has revealed the next batch of titles coming to Xbox Game Pass this week. Among the collection of games joining the subscription service are Flock and Magical Delicacy, both of which launched today (July 16) and are now available…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Wednesday, July 17 (game #402)
Connections can be a tricky game, and it’s one that you’re only able to make four mistakes in or suffer the indignity of a failure. If you find yourself on the brink of disaster, you might want to read on…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Tuesday, July 16 (game #401)
Today’s NYT Connections puzzle is another toughie. How difficult? Well, you’ll have to play it to find out. But if you find yourself getting stuck, by all means take advantage of my helpful hints below. What should you do once…
Star Wars Outlaws planets take five minutes to travel across on a speeder and are around three times the size of Assassin’s Creed Odyssey map zones
Massive Entertainment has shared brand-new details about Star Wars Outlaws‘ planets and revealed just how big they actually are. In a recent interview with IGN, creative director at Massive Entertainment Julian Gerighty, and game director Mathias Karlson offered new insight…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Monday, July 15 (game #400)
And so Connections reaches the landmark of 400 games. Will it do a Wordle and still be going past 1,000? Hard to say, but given its popularity it seems likely. Today’s game is a potentially difficult one, which is to…
Amazon to celebrate Prime Day with additional free game offers, including Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League
Amazon Prime Day 2024 is almost here and to celebrate the annual event, Amazon is giving away three more PC games free of charge for Prime subscribers. The 10th Prime Day kicks off on July 16 and will run until…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Sunday, July 14 (game #399)
Today’s Connections is a fitting one for a lazy Sunday – it’s not too hard, so you can solve it at your leisure over a long breakfast. But if you do need some hints, you’ll find them below. What should…
Greedfall 2: The Dying World will launch in early access this September, with a new gameplay trailer coming soon
The upcoming role-playing game (RPG) Greedfall 2: The Dying World is set to launch in early access on PC on September 24 this year. The game, which was first announced back in March, was originally slated for a summer release….
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Saturday, July 13 (game #398)
Your weekend starts here, with Connections from the NYT. I had a better game today than I did yesterday – but if you’re struggling, give my hints a look. What should you do once you’ve finished? Why, play some more…
Concord Beta Early Access kicks off this weekend for PlayStation Plus members
Firewalk Studios has revealed the details for Concord‘s Early Access and Open Beta weekends. In a new PlayStation Blog, the developer confirmed that the Concord Beta Early Access weekend on PS5 and PC will begin tomorrow, July 12 at 10am…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Friday, July 12 (game #397)
It’s the end of the week, but Connections rumbles on like a big word-crushing juggernaut. Need some help for today’s game? Read on. What should you do once you’ve finished? Why, play some more word games of course. I’ve also…
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is reportedly coming to Xbox Game Pass
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is reportedly launching on Xbox Game Pass soon. According to a new report from Insider Gaming, which has now been corroborated by Windows Central, the 2023 Call of Duty title will be the first…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Thursday, July 11 (game #396)
It’s time for your daily instalment of the NYT’s Connections game. If you’ve not played it before, you’re in for a treat. If you have, you’ll know what to expect and why it’s such great fun. What should you do…
Jayson Tatum and A’ja Wilson named NBA 2K25 cover stars, plus Vince Carter for the Hall of Fame edition
The cover stars for NBA 2K25 have been revealed, with the series featuring NBA champion Jayson Tatum and WNBA champion A’Ja Wilson in its first-ever dual-league cover. 2024 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame inductee Vince Carter will also feature…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Wednesday, July 10 (game #395)
Fancy another easy-ish Connections puzzle? You got it. This one really isn’t too bad, but I’ve jotted down some hints should you need them anyway. What should you do once you’ve finished? Why, play some more word games of course….
The Xbox TV app and Game Pass Ultimate are now available on Amazon Fire Sticks
The Xbox TV app is officially available on Amazon Fire sticks. Microsoft and Amazon announced the collaboration last month, but as of July 8, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members will now be able to download the Xbox app on select Fire TV devices and…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Tuesday, July 9 (game #394)
Today’s Connections is a little more difficult than yesterday’s, which makes it very tricky indeed. But don’t panic – I’ve got some hints for you below. What should you do once you’ve finished? Why, play some more word games of…
Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth developer claims fans will be ‘surprised’ by what it’s working on next
Sega’s Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio, developer of the Like A Dragon / Yakuza franchise, has given the smallest of morsels in regards to what it’s working on next. As reported by VGC, the developer recently held the ‘Essence of Fandom’…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Monday, July 8 (game #393)
The week starts with a straightforward Connections puzzle that doesn’t hold too many dangers. That doesn’t make it easy, though – because the NYT’s word game is fiendishly difficult even on a good day. Read on for some hints. What…
Dragon Age: The Veilguard will let players choose between several ‘playstyles’ as difficulty options
BioWare has confirmed Dragon Age: The Veilguard will feature several difficulty options, including one that will let you customize your gameplay experience. Speaking in a new interview with Game Informer, game director Corinne Busche was able to share even more…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Sunday, July 7 (game #392)
Sunday’s Connections has one group that you’ll ever find easy or won’t have a clue about, plus three that are more approachable for everyone. Read on if you need hints to that difficult one (and to the others, should you…
EA is delisting Battlefield 3, 4, and Hardline on older platforms at the end of the month
EA has announced that it will be delisting three Battlefield games from select digital storefronts later this month. In a recent post shared to X / Twitter and spotted by Eurogamer, the publisher confirmed that as of Wednesday, July 31…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Saturday, July 6 (game #391)
The first of your two weekend Connections puzzles is not too difficult. As always, the NYT has thrown in a few red herrings, and the purple group is always tough, but there’s nothing out of the ordinary here. What should…
Nintendo halts Wii U repairs, citing a lack of spare parts
Nintendo has confirmed that it will no longer be able to repair your Wii U, marking the end of the final chapter in the console’s troubled life. As outlined in a recent post to the official Japanese Nintendo customer service…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Friday, July 5 (game #390)
If you’re anything like me you’ll find today’s Connections to be a difficult one. But it’s also possible I was just having a bad day. Read on to see how my game went, and to take advantage of my hints…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Thursday, July 4 (game #389)
This is arguably the easiest Connections game of the past week, but ‘easy’ is a relative thing here. If you need hints, you’ll find some down the page. What should you do once you’ve finished? Why, play some more word…
The latest custom Xbox Series X is a collaboration with a Formula 1 team
The latest in the long line of custom Xbox Series X consoles created by Microsoft is here and it’s a charming collaboration with the BWT Alpine Formula 1 team. Like other custom Xbox consoles, the special edition console is only…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Wednesday, July 3 (game #388)
Today serves up another moderately tough Connections puzzle; not impossibly difficult, but hardly easy either. I’ve compiled some hints below if you need them. What should you do once you’ve finished? Why, play some more word games of course. I’ve…
I love this $59 retro handheld and can’t wait to try its brand new Atari and Technos flavors
Retro hardware brand HyperMegaTech has revealed two new licensed handhelds with games from Atari and Technos respectively. New flavors of the existing Super Pocket handheld, the Super Pocket Atari Edition includes 50 classic games while the Super Pocket Technos Edition…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Tuesday, July 2 (game #387)
This is a moderately difficult Connections puzzle – but what’s new there? If you need some hints, you’ll find them below. What should you do once you’ve finished? Why, play some more word games of course. I’ve also got daily…
Nintendo has a plan to combat potential Switch 2 resellers – simply make enough of its next console
During Nintendo’s 84th annual shareholder meeting, company president Shuntaro Furukawa was asked about what kind of measures would be in place to prevent resellers from affecting the availability of the Nintendo Switch 2. As detailed in the recently released shareholder…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Monday, July 1 (game #386)
It’s the start of a new month, but the same old Connections, now more than one year into its run and firmly established as a word game behemoth. This one isn’t too tricky, but there are some hints below if…
Steam Game Recording might be one of its best features yet, allowing players to capture and share footage using the launcher itself
Valve has added a new Game Recording feature to Steam. The feature, currently in beta, does what it says on the tin; allowing players to capture and share game footage through the Steam launcher without any external software. The Game…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Sunday, June 30 (game #385)
And so the weekend comes to an end with a really difficult Connections puzzle. Or is it? Well, I certainly struggled, but maybe you won’t. If you do, there are hints below. What should you do once you’ve finished? Why,…
Ubisoft CEO confirms that multiple Assassin’s Creed remakes are on the way
Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot has confirmed that multiple Assassin’s Creed remakes are in the works at Ubisoft and that “players should be excited” about them. In a new interview on Ubisoft’s website discussing the future of the behemoth stealth-action series,…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Saturday, June 29 (game #384)
It’s the weekend, which means you have more time in which to solve Connections! And you might need it – because this one is potentially tricky. There are hints below if you need them. What should you do once you’ve…
The Sims 4 Lovestruck expansion pack adds online dating, a new world, and much more
Developer Maxis and publisher Electronic Arts (EA) have revealed the next piece of downloadable content (DLC) for The Sims 4 and it focuses on all things romance. First and foremost, The Sims 4 Lovestruck expansion pack adds the ability to…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Friday, June 28 (game #383)
Today’s Connections puzzle shouldn’t cause too many people a lot of trouble – it’s one of the easier ones we’ve had recently. What should you do once you’ve finished? Why, play some more word games of course. I’ve also got…
Steam players’ use of controllers has tripled since 2018
Valve has shared how many of its Steam users are playing games with a controller. In a new Steam blog post, Valve revealed that more players are choosing to play Steam games with a controller than ever, and that since…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Thursday, June 27 (game #382)
Here’s another easier Connections puzzle for us to tackle. Not easy as such – but easier. You may still need hints, though, so read on if that’s the case. What should you do once you’ve finished? Why, play some more…
Turtle Beach ends partnership with “Dr Disrespect” amid allegations of inappropriate behavior
Gaming accessory manufacturer Turtle Beach has ended its partnership with gaming content creator Guy Beahm, also known as ”Dr Disrespect“, following allegations that he was banned from internet streaming platform Twitch after exchanging sexually explicit messages with a minor. The…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Wednesday, June 26 (game #381)
Another day, another Connections puzzle to complete. This was is of moderate difficulty, so read on for my hints if you need them. What should you do once you’ve finished? Why, play some more word games of course. I’ve also…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Tuesday, June 25 (game #380)
This may be the easiest Connections puzzle for a few days, but that doesn’t make it downright easy – as you’ll see when you play it. There are hints below if you need them. What should you do once you’ve…
A PS5 version of Minecraft is here – but it’s not done quite yet
The long-awaited native version of Minecraft for PlayStation 5 has finally arrived, but not in the form that you might expect. Rather than a full release, it is currently only available as a limited early preview that can be accessed…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Monday, June 24 (game #379)
A new week brings a new set of Connections puzzles to complete. You’ll find some hints below if you need them – and my commentary if you don’t. What should you do once you’ve finished? Why, play some more word…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Sunday, June 23 (game #378)
Here’s your Connections puzzle for Sunday from the NYT. It’s hard, as always, but not so tricky as some are – and I have hints if you need some below. What should you do once you’ve finished? Why, play some…
Sony is bringing PSVR 2 support to a close with only two games in development, according to report
It’s being reported that Sony is drastically scaling back its funding for PSVR 2 as well as first-party VR games for the headset. The report comes from Android Central, where it’s claimed that sources close to the outlet are suggesting…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Saturday, June 22 (game #377)
Saturday’s Connections puzzle from the NYT is not too bad really. A few traps, as there always are, but nothing you can’t handle. However, if you do get stuck then simply scroll down to my helpful hints below. What should…
Beyond Good & Evil 20th Anniversary Edition is coming next week with a surprising amount of extra content
Beyond Good & Evil 20th Anniversary Edition is official, giving a new generation of gamers a chance to experience one of Ubisoft’s most fondly remembered titles with a modern and fresh upgrade. While achievement and trophy lists for the remaster…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Friday, June 21 (game #376)
The final Connections game of the week is a bit easier than some of the recent examples. That doesn’t make it easy, of course – so if you think you might need some hints, simply scroll down for my offerings….
Amazon Luna expands its availability to 3 more countries and adds new games from GOG, including Baldur’s Gate 3 and Stardew Valley
Amazon Luna just added a bunch of new GOG games to its service as it launches in three more countries. Amazon has announced that it is continuing to expand the availability of its cloud gaming platform by officially launching Luna…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Thursday, June 20 (game #375)
Does that fact that I failed today’s Connections imply it’s more difficult? Or is it simply that I am having a very bad week? You’ll have to decide for yourself, once you’ve played. What should you do once you’ve finished?…
Latest PlayStation Portal firmware update brings much-needed quality-of-life additions and makes it easier to access public Wi-Fi networks
If you’re a PlayStation Portal owner, you’ll want to make sure your device is up to date as its latest firmware update is available to download now. This new firmware update brings some much-needed quality-of-life changes to the PlayStation Portal….
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Monday, June 17 (game #372)
Another week, another set of Connections puzzles from the NYT to test your wits. Today’s is a difficult one (when are they not?), so read on if you need some hints. What should you do once you’ve finished? Why, play…
Avowed will be similar to The Outer Worlds in terms of ‘length and breadth of the experience’ says game director
It seems that Avowed, the upcoming role-playing game from Obsidian Entertainment, will be similar in size to the studio’s previous RPG – The Outer Worlds. That’s according to Avowed game director Carrie Patel, who TechRadar Gaming had the chance to…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Sunday, June 16 (game #371)
Here’s your Sunday Connections, here to give you an early brain workout for the day. Or a late brain workout if you prefer to play later on. Either way, it’s a challenge. What should you do once you’ve finished? Why,…
Bisakah saya menemukan permainan Pragmatis Mainkan Indonesia di ruang tunggu bandara?
Bisakah saya menemukan permainan Pragmatis Mainkan Pragmatic Play Indonesia menawarkan beragam permainan kasino, termasuk slot online. Game mereka populer di kalangan pemain di seluruh dunia dan menduduki peringkat salah satu yang terbaik di industri. Mereka menampilkan RTP tinggi, fitur menarik…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Saturday, June 15 (game #370)
Connections is the kind of game that can trip you up if you don’t pay attention – as I found out today. Don’t let that happen to you, by taking advantage of my helpful hints. What should you do once…
Beyond Good & Evil 20th Anniversary Edition trophy list sighted online, suggesting the beloved game’s remaster is launching soon
The PlayStation trophy list for Beyond Good & Evil 20th Anniversary Edition has leaked online, suggesting the remaster of the beloved Gamecube, PS2, and OG Xbox classic could be materializing soon. Spotted by VGC, achievement tracking website Exophase currently has…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Friday, June 14 (game #369)
I didn’t particularly enjoy the final NYT Connections puzzle of the week, but that might just be me. Give it a go and see what you think. What should you do once you’ve finished? Why, play some more word games…
Dragon Age: The Veilguard will be ‘mission-based’ not open world
Bioware has confirmed that Dragon Age: The Veilguard will not be open-world, but “mission-based”. Speaking to IGN during Summer Game Fest 2024, director Corinne Busche was able to clarify that the new locations players will be able to explore in…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Thursday, June 13 (game #368)
After two really tough Connections games in a row we have a much more manageable one today; by which I mean it’s only a little tough. Read on if you need some clues. What should you do once you’ve finished?…
Star Wars Outlaws will take roughly 30 hours to finish and double that for completionists
Ubisoft is quite well known for its absolutely gigantic games, having released titles like Assassin’s Creed Valhalla that are packed with hundreds of hours of content for players to discover. That kind of thing is great if you have unlimited…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Wednesday, June 12 (game #367)
If yesterday’s Connections was tough then today’s Connections is… also tough! But don’t worry if you get stuck, because if you scroll down this page you’ll find a few hints to point you in the right direction. What should you…
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora to receive its first major DLC next month
Ubisoft’s Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora is set to receive its first major piece of downloadable content (DLC), The Sky Breaker, an additional mission pack that’s coming to the game next month. The DLC and its release date were shown off…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Tuesday, June 11 (game #366)
Happy birthday, Connections! It’s game 366 today, and given that it’s a leap year that means it’s the 12-month anniversary of Connections starting. And the NYT has celebrated by giving us a really difficult one; you definitely might want some…
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a hauntingly beautiful turn-based RPG announced at the Xbox Games Showcase
One of the biggest surprises at the Xbox Games Showcase was certainly Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a visually stunning turn-based RPG from Sandfall Interactive that is coming to Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PS5, and PC in 2025. A…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Monday, June 10 (game #365)
Your first Connections puzzle of the week is on the slightly easier side of things, but I would never call this game downright easy. A few hints might well help you on your way, so read down for my suggestions….
New South of Midnight trailer shows combat and confirms a release window
South of Midnight is easily one of the most unique looking games to be shown so far in this year’s Xbox Games Showcase. The latest trailer for the Compulsion Games developed action-adventure title gave us our first good look at…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Sunday, June 9 (game #364)
The weekend comes to an end with another Connections puzzle. This one is rather approachable, but that doesn’t necessarily make it easy for everyone. If you need help, you’ll find some hints below. What should you do once you’ve finished?…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Saturday, June 8 (game #363)
It’s the weekend! And that means you have another chance to solve a weekend Connections puzzle: they’re the same as the weekday Connections puzzles, but on a weekend. Yay! Read on for my hints and commentary on today’s game. What…
Monster Hunter Wilds trailer debuts at Summer Game Fest with bombastic new trailer, crossplay confirmed
A brand new trailer for Monster Hunter Wilds debuted at the tail end of this year’s Summer Game Fest showcase. Before the trailer, it was confirmed on stage that the game will feature crossplay between consoles and PC. Due to…
Astro Bot Digital Deluxe Edition features Bloodborne and PaRappa-inspired outfits
Sony has revealed that pre-orders are now live for its upcoming Astro Bot platformer which is currently scheduled to launch on September 6. Three versions of the game are being made available, each offering their own pre-order bonuses. The first…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Friday, June 7 (game #362)
The week comes to an end with a fairly simple Connections puzzle that I don’t think will cause people too many problems. But it’s all relative, and you still might want some hints to help you solve it; if you…
Dragon Age: Dreadwolf has been renamed Dragon Age: The Veilguard, gameplay reveal set for next week
Developer Bioware has announced that Dragon Age: Dreadwolf has been renamed Dragon Age: The Veilguard. In a blog post shared today (June 6), BioWare revealed that the next entry in the Dragon Age franchise will receive its first gameplay reveal…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Thursday, June 6 (game #361)
I can’t work out whether Thursday’s Connections puzzle is difficult or not. I found it quite easy – but then again I also solved it half by accident, so who knows… If you do get stuck, you can scroll down…
The Future Games Show kicks off this Saturday – here’s how to watch
The Future Games Show is only a few days away and is set to broadcast on Saturday June 8, 2024, at 12pm PT / 3pm ET / 8pm BST. The show will be hosted by BAFTA Award nominee Roger Clark,…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Wednesday, June 5 (game #360)
Today’s NYT Connections puzzle is another toughie. How difficult? Well, you’ll have to play it to find out. But if you find yourself getting stuck along the way, by all means take advantage of my helpful hints below. What should…
Lies of P is getting a limited edition SSD from SK hynix
Neowiz and SK hynix have announced a new collaboration for a Lies of P Solid State Drive (SSD). The Limited Edition Lies of P T31 SSD is set to arrive this summer, with a design specifically themed after one of…
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Tuesday, June 4 (game #359)
Connections is a very tricky game, and one that you are only able to make four mistakes in or suffer the indignity of a failure. If you find yourself on the brink of disaster, you might want to read on…
Sony unveils the PSVR 2 PC adapter
Sony has just revealed the PSVR 2 PC adapter, which will allow owners of the PlayStation 5 VR headset to hook it up to a gaming PC and thus have access to SteamVR’s vast library of games. Announced via an…
Fortnite Magneto skin release date
What’s new in Fortnite? (Image credit: Epic Games) Epic Games has now released Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3, with plenty to keep players busy. There are new map locations to visit, mythic cars to steal, and new bosses to take…
Amazon Games will publish a new AAA open-world driving game created by veteran Forza Horizon developers
Amazon Games is set to publish an unannounced AAA open-world driving game that is being developed by Maverick Games. Maverick Games was founded in 2022 and is home to many core development team members from across the Forza Horizon series….
FSR3 support for Cyberpunk 2077 is being worked on, CD Projekt Red confirms
CD Projekt Red has confirmed that Cyberpunk 2077 will eventually receive FidelityFX Super Resolution 3 (FSR3) support. In an X/Twitter post shared yesterday (May 29), it was revealed that development on Cyberpunk 2077 has officially wound down as the studio…
Sony says the PS5 is the company’s most profitable console generation ever, but the PS4 still counts for half of its player base
The PlayStation 5 is officially Sony’s most profitable console generation to date, but after more than a decade of its life cycle, the PlayStation 4 still accounts for half of its player base. During Sony’s Game & Network Services Business…
Black Ops 6 – everything we know so far
When will we hear more about Black Ops 6? (Image credit: Activision) There’s set to be a Black Ops Direct event on Sunday, June 9, following the Xbox showcase at 10AM PT / 1PM ET / 6PM BST. There’s no…
Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 Season 4 patch notes detail latest maps and modes, along with balance changes
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Season 4 has launched, introducing all-new content as well as numerous balance updates. Activision revealed the patch notes alongside the season’s release, which details everything players need to know before they jump in. That includes…
Call of Duty Black Ops 6 will be released on PS4 and Xbox One, new leak suggests
New Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 leaks have seemingly revealed Activison’s plans for a cross-gen release of the game. As reported by VGC, data miners have uncovered files following the release of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Season 4…
Listings for Resident Evil 9 and remakes of Resident Evil Zero, Resident Evil 5, and Code Veronica have appeared online
Listings for several rumored Resident Evil games have appeared online, including one for Resident Evil 9. As spotted by Eurogamer, retail listings for PS5 versions of Resident Evil: Code Veronica, Resident Evil Zero, and Resident Evil 5 have been added…
Two new kits for The Sims 4 arrive tomorrow, focused on relaxing vacations and cozy dining
Developer Maxis and publisher Electronic Arts (EA) have revealed two new downloadable content (DLC) kits coming to its popular free-to-play life simulation game The Sims 4: The Sims 4 Riviera Retreat kit and The Sims 4 Cozy Bistro kit. The…
Sony announces a new State of Play for tomorrow that will feature 14 games
Sony has announced that the next State of Play broadcast will air tomorrow (May 30, 2024) and include details on 14 titles for both PlayStation 5 and PSVR 2. As detailed in an absolutely minuscule new post to the official…
Rainbow Six Siege’s new monthly subscription announcement didn’t go down well with players
Ubisoft has announced a brand-new monthly subscription service for its competitive first-person shooter Rainbow Six Siege. Called the R6 Membership, the monthly system offers exclusive content drops every month, and will launch just in time for Year 9 Season 2…
Resident Evil Zero and Code Veronica remakes are reportedly in development
Capcom is reportedly working on Resident Evil Zero and Resident Evil – Code: Veronica remakes. As reported by IGN, this comes from X / Twitter user ‘AestheticGamer1’ – or ‘Dusk Golem’ who said today that the publisher is focusing its…
Assassin’s Creed Codename Hexe – everything we know
Assassin’s Creed Codename Hexe is probably the most mysterious and intriguing of all the Assassin’s Creed projects that Ubisoft has in the works right now. We’ve only had the smallest of glimpses into it, so it’s certainly a project that…
Modern Warfare 3 Season 4 release date
When is Season 4 dropping? (Image credit: Activision) Activision has now confirmed that Modern Warfare 3 Season 4 is planned for May 29, 2024 at 9am PT / 12am ET / 5pm GMT. Stay tuned for potential changes and updates!…
Overwatch 2 will soon lose another PvE mode after lack of player engagement
Blizzard Entertainment has announced that it will be removing Overwatch 2‘s Hero Mastery Gauntlet PvE mode due to lack of player engagement. The decision was shared in a recent forum post where the developer explained that it will be discontinuing…
PlayStation’s Days of Play sale is reportedly set to return this month
PlayStation’s annual Days of Play sale is reportedly set to return later this month. As reported by Deadlabs and translated via VGC, reliable leaker “billbil-kun” has claimed that this year’s Days of Play sale will begin on Wednesday, May 29…
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 announced, with a full reveal coming immediately after the June Xbox Games Showcase
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 has been revealed to be this year’s entry in the annual first-person-shooter (FPS) franchise, following Black Ops 1 through 4 as well as Cold War which was the subseries’ fifth entry. Now, perhaps for…
PvP multiplayer returns in Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, alongside a new co-op mode
PvP multiplayer will return in Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 in addition to a brand-new co-op mode. The information was revealed in a new trailer that premiered during the Warhammer Skulls Festival live stream and detailed the upcoming third-person shooter’s…
CRKD announces limited edition Tomb Raider versions of its Nitro Deck+ and Neo S controllers in latest collaboration with Limited Run Games
Gaming peripheral manufacturer CRKD has revealed new Tomb Raider inspired special editions of its Nitro Deck+ and NEO S controllers in its latest collaboration with Limited Run Games. Both controllers are strictly limited to 1,000 units and feature artwork inspired…
Nintendo Switch 2 speculation ramps up again as 4K support spotted in Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door’s code
It’s time for another round of Nintendo Switch 2 speculation, as one of the latest Switch games, Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door, reportedly has support for 4K resolution in its codebase. Spotted by dataminer RibShark, a section of code for…
Secretlab reveals the Titan Evo Warhammer 40,000 Ultramarines Edition gaming chair in first collaboration with Games Workshop
Secretlab has announced its first collaboration with Warhammer 40,000 producer Games Workshop with a special edition gaming chair. The Secretlab Titan Evo Warhammer 40,000 Ultramarines Edition is inspired by the long-running wargame and upholstered in a deep blue Secretlab NEO…
The Last of Us director says Naughty Dog’s next game ‘could redefine mainstream perceptions of gaming’
Naughty Dog’s co-president Neil Druckmann has teased the studio’s next major title, saying it could “redefine mainstream perceptions of gaming”. This comes from an interview with Sony to coincide with the company’s corporate strategy meeting today (May 23). When asked…
This one-of-a-kind Hellblade 2 Xbox Series X is the latest in Microsoft’s long line of bizarre console giveaways
This latest special edition Xbox Series X is a Hellblade 2-themed console that – you guessed it – cannot be bought. Instead, you’ll need to try your luck in Xbox’s sweepstakes for the console that might just be one of…
Amazon Games opens a new European development studio led by a Ubisoft veteran
Amazon Games has opened a new game development studio in Bucharest, Romania, which is being led by Cristian Pana. Previously the managing director of Ubisoft Bucharest, Pana has more than two decades of experience spanning the release of major titles…
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree’s latest story trailer showcases ‘the tyranny of Messmer’s flame’
FromSoftware has released a brand new story trailer for Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree ahead of the expansion’s launch next month. The three-minute cinematic, which you can watch below, finally provides a deeper glimpse into the story while also…
Exodus gets brand-new concept art showcasing a new alien race – the Silicates
Archetype Entertainment has revealed brand-new concept art and lore for its upcoming sci-fi action-adventure game, Exodus. In the latest development update shared today (May 21), the developer provided a brand-new look at the game’s mysterious alien life form, the Silicates,…
Tesla is reportedly ditching support for Steam games
Tesla is reportedly set to abandon support for Steam games in its latest Tesla Model S and Tesla Model X vehicles. The feature allowed drivers to dive into titles like The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt or Forza Horizon 5 with…
The three presenters of the PC Gaming Show have been revealed ahead of the Summer Game Fest event
The PC Gaming Show will be presented by actor Mica Burton, esports commentator Sean ‘Day[9]’ Plott, as well as presenter and streamer Frankie Ward. The event will take place on Sunday, June 9 this year and will be broadcast on…
The Division Heartland has been canceled as Ubisoft moves to focus resources on “bigger opportunities”
Ubisoft has canceled its free-to-play survival shooter Tom Clancy’s The Division Heartland, three years after it’s reveal. The announcement comes from Ubisoft’s 2023-2024 earnings report on May 15, where the publisher said it has “redeployed resources to bigger opportunities such…
Asus ROG Ally X could actually be a major upgrade – maybe one that’ll worry Nintendo and its Switch 2?
New hands-on experience with an engineering sample for the upcoming Asus ROG Ally X reveals some surprising improvements over the original model, which prominent hardware leakers have further expanded on. The Verge recently went hands-on with a prototype for the…
Assassin’s Creed Shadows won’t in fact require a constant internet connection
Ubisoft has confirmed that Assassin’s Creed Shadows won’t require an online connection at all times. In a new X / Twitter post shared today (May 16), the publisher confirmed that although players will need an internet connection to install the…
Borderlands 4, BioShock 4, or Mafia 4? Fans speculate as 2K Games prepares to reveal a massive sequel this summer
Video game publishing giant 2K Games is gearing up to reveal the “next iteration” in one of its “biggest and most beloved franchises” later this year. The reveal, which will take place at the Summer Game Fest showcase on June…
PDP’s new Victrix Gambit Prime controller goes big on multiplayer with minimal input latency and an array of swappable modules
Hardware manufacturer PDP has just launched the Victrix Gambit Prime, a wired controller that’s potentially one to keep an eye on if you primarily play online multiplayer games. Bearing the official ‘Designed for Xbox’ branding, the Victrix Gambit Prime is…
GTA 6 will launch late in 2025 according to Take-Two financial report
It looks like Grand Theft Auto 6 won’t be releasing until late 2025, according to publisher Take-Two Interactive’s latest financial report. As reported by VGC, Take-Two elaborated on GTA 6’s release window in a recent financial report. The publisher is…
NVIDIA gears up for summer with GeForce NOW Steam Deck support
NVIDIA GeForce NOW’s claim to fame is its ability to let just about any computing device — a phone, Chromebook, or a smart TV — tap into its cloud gaming hardware to play the latest games with supreme performance. And…
GameSir unveils the X4 Aileron Bluetooth controller designed for Xbox mobile gaming
GameSir has officially revealed the X4 Aileron Bluetooth, its latest mobile controller geared towards Xbox mobile gaming. The GameSir X4 Aileron Bluetooth controller is available to purchase now from Amazon US, Amazon UK and the GameSir website, for $99.99/ £99.99 and is designed to accommodate…
Assassin’s Creed Shadows release date and everything we know
Assassin’s Creed Shadows (previously Codename Red) has now been officially revealed. After a new cinematic trailer, the next entry into the long-running action series is quickly becoming one of the most anticipated upcoming games. Taking place in one of the…
The PS5 is massively outselling the Xbox Series X and S combined, analyst claims
The PlayStation 5 is massively outselling the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, achieving almost five times the number of sales in the first three months of the year according to an industry analyst. This represents a sharp decline…
Ayn’s new gaming handheld looks like a PSP, and it might just fill the hole in your heart left by Sony’s best portable
Ayn Technologies’ previous handheld, the Ayn Odin 2, is an excellent Android portable with great performance and control. It earned five out of five stars in our review and set itself up as one of the best PC gaming handhelds…
SteelSeries launches the new Arctis Nova 5 headset and a superb companion app
The new SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 headset is the latest addition to the brand’s Nova line of gaming headsets – but this launch comes with a twist. Arriving alongside the headset is the new Nova 5 Companion App. It allows…
New Horizon Lego sets could land soon according to a leak
The latest rumors suggest that Sony and Lego could be working on a new collaboration centered around the Horizon franchise. Over the weekend, a post on the r/GamingLeaksAndRumours community was abuzz with talk surrounding a potential collaboration between Sony and…
God of War: Ragnarok could be the next PlayStation exclusive to come to PC
It looks like God of War: Ragnarok could be the next PlayStation exclusive to get a PC port. According to reliable PlayStation Store leaker billbil-kun for Dealabs, Santa Monica Studio’s action-adventure game is reportedly “one of the next PlayStation exclusive titles…
Lords of the Fallen and Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts 2 are set for an Xbox Game Pass release this year
Microsoft has signed a deal with publisher CI Games to bring Lords of the Fallen and Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts 2 to Xbox Game Pass. As reported by IGN, the deal was signed on May 3 according to a financial…
Asus officially confirms the Asus ROG Ally X, but full reveal delayed until June 2
Asus officially confirmed the latest ROG Ally PC gaming handheld, called the Asus ROG Ally X, during a live stream on May 9, 2024. According to the stream, the ‘X’ stands for the hardcore audience wanting to see major hardware…
Tango Gameworks pitched a Hi-Fi Rush sequel before shut down, but Xbox felt its studios were ‘spread too thin’
Tango Gameworks reportedly pitched a Hi-Fi Rush sequel before its shutdown. Earlier this week (May 7), it was revealed that Microsoft would be shutting down four Bethesda Softworks studios including Tango Gameworks and Arkane Austin, the team behind Redfall, Dishonored, and…
Generative AI would help studios make games faster, says EA CEO – “there is a real hunger amongst our developers to get to this as quickly as possible”
Electronic Arts (EA) CEO Andrew Wilson has said the use of advanced generative AI would make game development “more efficient” so the company can make games “on a global basis at a faster rate”. Speaking during EA’s financial results investor…
The next Battlefield is ‘another tremendous live service’ game, says EA CEO
According to Electronic Arts’ CEO Andrew Wilson, the next major Battlefield game is “another tremendous live service” title. As reported by VGC, during the company’s quarterly earnings call on May 7, Wilson said that he was recently able to experience…
Microsoft is closing multiple studios including Hi-Fi Rush developer Tango Gameworks and Redfall creator Arkane Austin
Microsoft is shuttering four Bethesda Softworks studios including Hi-Fi Rush developer Tango Gameworks and Redfall team Arkane Austin. In an email to staff obtained by IGN, Xbox Game Studios head Matt Booty explained that this decision was “grounded in prioritizing…
Nintendo confirms that a Switch successor will be announced ‘within this fiscal year’
Nintendo has rather unceremoniously revealed that a “successor to the Nintendo Switch” is on the horizon, with a formal announcement coming “within this fiscal year”. The information comes from a recent post to the official Nintendo X / Twitter corporate…
This modder added a second screen to the Asus ROG Ally, and it looks amazing
The Asus ROG Ally is an excellent PC gaming handheld in its own right: a gorgeous full HD screen and great performance, all in a lightweight and stylish form factor. However, a modder sought to improve upon its design and…
This sinister Omen gaming PC build just might keep you up at night
PC building is more than just a means to an end. For some, it’s a bonafide hobby, and no more is that evident than when PC builders get creative, with truly chilling results. As highlighted by PCGamesN, one user from…
Stellar Blade director says there are no plans for DLC just yet, but Shift Up is currently working on a Boss Challenge mode
Stellar Blade will get a Boss Challenge mode in a future update. That’s according to Stellar Blade‘s game director and Shift Up CEO Hyung-Tae Kim who told Korean outlet Nate (via GamesRadar), that although there are no current plans for downloadable…
Can Steam Deck get even better? Nvidia’s expanded GeForce NOW support is a resounding yes
Despite some stiff competition from the likes of Lenovo, Asus, MSI, and more, Valve’s Steam Deck has made its position as one of the best PC gaming handhelds in the market known time and again. And with the announcement that…
An upcoming PS5 update will let you join parties with a simple QR code
A brand-new update is in the works for PlayStation 5 that will allow users to join parties using a QR code. As detailed in the latest post from PlayStation Blog, the company has announced that in the coming months, it…
Batman: Arkham Shadow looks like a dark return to the Arkhamverse’s heyday, but you’ll need a Meta Quest 3 to play it
The Batman: Arkham franchise is returning with an all-new entry exclusively available on the Meta Quest 3 VR headset called Batman: Arkham Shadow. And aside from the Quest 3 exclusivity, we couldn’t be more excited. In the 49-second cinematic trailer…
Is your MSI Claw struggling with performance issues? Download the latest GPU and BIOS update ASAP
The MSI Claw has been in a world of trouble ever since its launch, with plenty of reviews and buyers both criticizing it for its inconsistent gaming performance, poor optimization, and more. But now it seems the handheld’s luck is…
Microsoft confirms Xbox Game Showcase for June 9, along with a “Redacted Direct” seemingly related to Call of Duty
The next Xbox Games Showcase is scheduled to air this summer and it looks like it could also feature a Call of Duty Direct, too. Microsoft has announced that its Xbox showcase will be livestreamed on Sunday, June 9 at…
Todd Howard says Bethesda is now focused on “finding ways to increase our output”
Todd Howard has said that Bethesda Game Studios is currently focused on finding ways to increase its output. After releasing Starfield in September, Bethesda is now at work developing The Elder Scrolls 6. The role-playing game was announced back in…
GTA 6 – everything we know so far
When will we hear more on Grand Theft Auto 6? (Image credit: Rockstar Games) The last we heard on GTA 6 came in the form of the game’s first proper trailer, at the end of last year. In terms of…
PS5’s latest update brings a handy community-driven option to the Game Help feature
The PlayStation 5’s latest system software update is available to download now, and it adds a fantastic community-driven feature to your console in addition to the usual stability improvements we expect from these firmware updates. As outlined by the official…
Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone Season 3 Reloaded details have been revealed – including a release date
Activision has revealed new details and the release date for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone Season 3 Reloaded. Season 3 Reloaded will launch on May 1 at 9am PT / 12pm ET / 6pm CEST / 5pm…
Modern Warfare 3 Season 3 Reloaded release date
When is Season 3 Reloaded dropping? (Image credit: Activision) Activision has now confirmed that Modern Warfare 3 Season 3 Reloaded is planned for May 1, 2024 at 9am PT / 12am ET / 5pm GMT. Stay tuned for potential changes…
Assassin’s Creed Mirage won’t be getting any DLC, but the director has ideas on how to extend the story of protagonist Basim
Assassin’s Creed Mirage‘s director has said that he has ideas on how to extend the story of protagonist Basim. Although it’s been previously confirmed that the latest Assassin’s Creed title won’t be getting any downloadable content (DLC), in a recent…
No Rest for the Wicked director defends early access release – ‘It’s one way to allow developers to truly perfect a product over time’
No Rest for the Wicked’s creative director has defended the idea of launching a game in early access following criticism of the game’s current state. Moon Studios, the studio behind Ori and the Blind Forest, just released its latest action…
Nintendo Switch 2 will reportedly be larger than its predecessor and feature magnetic Joy-Con controllers
Another day, another Nintendo Switch 2 rumor. This one, however, comes from a reliable source. Spotted by Eurogamer, Spanish gaming publication Vandal reports that, according to various accessory manufacturers, that the Nintendo Switch 2 will feature Joy-Con controllers that magnetically…
Fallout 4 free update bugged on PS5, with PS Plus Extra subscribers unable to access the new version – but a fix is coming
PS Plus Extra subscribers hoping to download the Fallout 4 free current-gen update have been left disappointed, after finding that the upgraded version hasn’t been applied to the subscription service. Instead, those who have downloaded the game from the PS…
NVIDIA’s AI takes gaming to new heights with DLSS 3.5 and Ray Reconstruction
If you’re a frequent gamer, by now you’ll have heard of ray tracing and NVIDIA’s DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), two powerful tools that combine to boost performance in games and provide stunning visual fidelity by replicating realistic lighting and…
Stellar Blade graffiti that appeared to reference a racial slur by coincidence was ‘unintentional’ says Sony and will be removed with the day one patch
Sony has confirmed that the Stellar Blade in-game art alluding to a racial slur will be patched out with a day one update, saying it was “unintentional.” As first reported by IGN, it was discovered that in the forthcoming action…
Fortnite dev reveals reason why Metroid’s Samus didn’t join the game, says Nintendo was ‘hung up’ about its characters being on other platforms
A former Epic Games developer has revealed why Metroid’s playable protagonist Samus Aran never joined Fortnite. Fortnite‘s character roster has grown exponentially over the years, from original Epic designs to introducing the likes of John Wick to Geralt of Rivia,…
The latest Nintendo Switch firmware update fixes an issue that stopped some players being able to connect to Wi-Fi
Nintendo has rolled out a fix in its latest system update for the Nintendo Switch that addresses the console’s inability to detect wireless access points (Wi-Fi) when setting up a new network connection. Spotted by VGC, this latest system update,…
Fortnite Festival’s next major headlining star is Billie Eilish
Epic Games has announced that Fortnite Festival season 3 will feature pop star Billie Eilish. Starting today (April 23) through to June 13, the award-winning singer will be taking the stage in the latest season alongside new outfits, instruments, emotes,…
Asus has revealed it’s working on a ‘next generation’ VR headset powered by Meta’s Horizon OS
Asus ROG (Republic of Gamers) has confirmed it’s developing a VR headset, and it’ll be powered by Meta’s Horizon OS – that’s the operating system that devices like the Meta Quest 3 run on. The initial announcement comes from an…
LittleBigPlanet 3 players can no longer download or share levels as servers go offline
LittleBigPlanet 3’s PlayStation 4 servers have gone offline “indefinitely”, erasing millions of user-created levels. The LittleBigPlanet series’ official X / Twitter account confirmed the news, briefly addressing why the game’s servers initially got taken offline back in January of this…
Rare’s new eco-friendly studio building could potentially power more than 438,000 Xbox Series X consoles
Xbox has revealed that one of its studios – UK-based Rare, developer of Sea of Thieves – has constructed a new sustainability-focused studio. A mass timber building, called ‘Barn X’, the construction has multiple eco-friendly features and design solutions built…
The Meta Quest 2 has received another permanent price drop to just $199
The Meta Quest 2 virtual reality headset has just received another staggering – and permanent – price drop. As detailed in an official Meta blog post, those who have been holding out on Meta Quest 2 can now purchase the…
Turtle Beach is releasing an open back gaming headset, plus new additions to the Stealth line
Gaming accessory manufacturer Turtle Beach has revealed a range of upcoming wireless gaming headsets, including the open back Atlas Air, a redesigned Stealth 600, and a more affordable Stealth 500. Pre-orders for each of these products are available now via…
Medieval RPG sequel Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is set to launch later this year
Developer Warhorse Studios has announced Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, a sequel to 2018’s open-world medieval action-adventure role-playing game (RPG), that’s going to launch later this year. Set in 15th Century Bohemia, the game picks up where its predecessor left off:…
World of Warcraft getting an Xbox release is still the ‘dream’ says executive producer
Blizzard Entertainment has said that it still hopes to bring World of Warcraft to Xbox consoles one day. Speaking to GamesRadar during a press event for the MMO’s upcoming The War Within expansion, executive producer Holly Longdale was asked if…
Reports rolling in that Steam Deck OLEDs seem to develop cracks on its cases
The Steam Deck OLED is a marvel of a PC gaming handheld that manages to improve on the base model. However, recent reports from handheld owners have been coming in, stating that the transparent casing has been cracking. While the…
Publisher set to release one of the most profitable games of all time lays off 5% of its workforce
Take-Two Interactive, publisher of the Grand Theft Auto franchise, has just reduced its workforce by laying off around 5% of its staff. The publisher, which is gearing up to release GTA 6 in 2025, cut roughly 5% of its entire…
The AOKZOE A2 Ultra could be Intel’s chance for a PC gaming handheld redemption
The MSI Claw, released in March 2024, has gotten plenty of negative attention thanks to its poor optimization at launch. But a new PC gaming handheld sporting an Intel processor is coming and may be the answer to Intel’s portable…
Helldivers 2 patch sorts out the broken Ground Breaker armor and fixes multiple crashes
A new Helldivers 2 patch has been deployed, finally fixing the CE-27 Ground Breaker armor. Version 01.000.203 arrives for PlayStation 5 and PC today (April 16) just a few days after the release of the game’s Premium Warbond, called Democratic…
Nintendo steps away from Gamescom 2024 “after careful consideration”
Nintendo has confirmed that “after careful consideration” the company won’t be attending this year’s Gamescom event in Cologne, Germany. Reports originally came from German outlet Games Wirtschaft, in which a Nintendo representative told the site that the Japanese publisher will…
The PS5 Pro could offer a significant GPU upgrade per “accurate” leak
The reveal of a PlayStation 5 Pro seems all but guaranteed, though it’s impossible to say for sure what kind of hardware improvements any potential new model of the system would bring. That said, there are loads of leaks and…
Xbox Cloud Gaming’s latest Insider build adds social features to web browsers, including party chat
Players enrolled in the Xbox Insider Program have a new Xbox Cloud Gaming-focused build to check out, and it’s a pretty substantial update. As detailed in an Xbox Wire post, Xbox players on the Alpha Skip-Ahead program now have access…
Fallout 4 is getting a major update – perfect for when you finish the Fallout TV show
The Fallout TV show, which is available now via Amazon Prime Video, has already been a massive hit, but we shouldn’t forget about the role-playing game (RPG) series it’s based on. Luckily, developer Bethesda Game Studios is showing Fallout 4…
The stylish ROG Cetra gaming earbuds have dropped down to a budget-friendly price and even come with a free game
This current discount on the Asus ROG Cetra true wireless gaming earbuds is perhaps one for the ages. Not only have the pair returned to their record-lowest price, this time, you can claim a free PC game to go along…
Star Wars Outlaws physical edition will require an internet connection to install
Star Wars Outlaws players will need to have an online connection to install the physical version of the game. Earlier this week (April 9), Ubisoft unveiled the official story trailer for Massive Entertainment’s upcoming open-world, single-player Star Wars game alongside…
What is the Helldivers 2 Medal cap?
What’s new in Helldivers 2? (Image credit: Arrowhead Games Studios) Unfortunately, the Automatons have returned, and are launching assaults on a host of new planets. Not only that, but new mission types are available, including a defense level, where players…
Razer has announced PlayStation and Xbox versions of the excellent BlackShark V2 Pro gaming headset – and they’re available now
Razer has just announced that its excellent mid-range gaming headset, the BlackShark V2 Pro, now has models available for PlayStation and Xbox consoles. Previously, the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro had one PC-compatible model. Now, the brand has introduced versions for…
Star Wars Outlaws has an official release date, pre-order details revealed
Ubisoft has announced that Star Wars Outlaws will launch on August 30, 2024 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. In a world premiere YouTube video today (April 9), Ubisoft and developer Massive Entertainment debuted the official story trailer…
Kareem Choudhry has reportedly left Microsoft amid a wider Xbox brand shakeup
Kareem Choudhry has left Microsoft as of Friday, April 5, 2024. The former corporate vice president of Emerging Technologies at Xbox, Choudhry most recently spearheaded the company’s exploration of artificial intelligence (AI) technology in gaming. As reported by Windows Central,…
Xbox president confirms commitment to backwards compatibility with ‘new team dedicated to game preservation’
Xbox president Sarah Bond has confirmed that backwards compatibility with previous-generation Xbox games will remain a priority for the company’s hardware going forward. In emails obtained by Windows Central, Bond states: “We have formed a new team dedicated to game…
8BitDo announces Apple Vision Pro compatibility for a range of gaming peripherals
Gaming peripheral manufacturer 8BitDo has announced that all of its iOS-compatible products are now supported by the Apple Vision Pro mixed reality headset. This includes the 8BitDo Ultimate 2.4G, the 8BitDo Pro 2, the 8BitDo SN30 Pro, the 8BitDo SN30…
NVIDIA’s AI has already changed gaming, and it’s still just heating up
Since the introduction of GeForce RTX 20-Series GPUs and their onboard Tensor Cores, NVIDIA has been pushing forward the capabilities of AI in gaming. More features and more games are taking advantage of AI to deliver their game worlds and…
CeX launches gaming repair service for everything from modern to retro consoles, controllers, and handhelds
UK high street second-hand gaming and technology retailer CeX has launched a new repair service in partnership with the specialist gaming console repair company Tech Centre. Available in the more than 380 CeX stores across the UK, you are now…
Baldur’s Gate 3 hotfix 24 fixes the short rest bug so now players can take their naps
Larian Studios has released another Baldur’s Gate 3 hotfix to address various bugs and performance issues. Hotfix 24 is now live on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S and is a relatively small update mainly aimed at further improving…
Saber Interactive confirms that Star Wars KOTOR Remake is still in development: “The game is alive and well” says CEO
Saber Interactive has provided a new update on the state of its Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Remake, confirming that it’s “alive and well.” Development on Saber Interactive’s KOTOR Remake has been radio silent for a while now,…
Programmers got PSP games running on the PlayStation Portal, then “responsibly reported” the exploit so it could be patched
The latest PlayStation Portal update has supposedly addressed an exploit that allowed PlayStation Portable (PSP) games to be emulated natively on the streaming handheld. This is according to a recent X / Twitter post by Andy Nguyen that was first…
Xbox AI chatbot reportedly in the works, will make it “easier and quicker” for players to get help on console
Microsoft is reportedly testing an AI chatbot for Xbox that can assist players with various support queries. As reported by The Verge, the chatbot will be a visible character that animates in response to the player’s questions and commands. Furthermore,…
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 development has officially begun and the director is ready to be “done with this absolute marathon of projects”
Square Enix has officially begun development on the third and final part of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy. Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Rebirth director Tetsuya Nomura, scenario writer Kazushige Nojima, and composer Nobuo Uematsu all sat down for…
Don’t get your hopes up about that Hollow Knight Silksong Xbox store page – other platforms have had one for a while
Arguably one of the most eye-catching things to come from the annual minefield that is April Fools’ Day was Hollow Knight Silksong‘s brand new page on the Xbox Store. The store page itself is fairly unremarkable, containing no new information…
Bioshock creator Ken Levine reveals new details about Judas, will feature a ‘pseudo-procedural’ narrative and roguelike elements
Judas, the new game from Bioshock creator Ken Levine and Ghost Story Games, will be a single-player FPS and feature a “pseudo-procedural” narrative. Several media outlets including IGN, as well as Geoff Keighley, were recently offered the chance to preview…
Mouse and keyboard support is coming to Xbox Cloud Gaming – but some Xbox Insiders can try it now
Mouse and keyboard support is coming to Xbox Cloud Gaming, with Xbox Insider members who are part of the invite-only Alpha Skip-Ahead ring getting access to an early preview right now. According to a new Xbox Wire blog post, the…
Marvel Rivals revealed as a free-to-play 6v6 shooter for PC, with an alpha test coming in May
NetEase Games and Marvel Games have officially revealed Marvel Rivals, a free-to-play team-based PvP shooter in development for PC. Marvel Rivals, which is slated to release on Steam and the Epic Games Store, is similar to the likes of Overwatch,…
Nintendo of America to lay off contractors ahead of Switch 2’s release, according to report
In case you were wondering, yes, the games industry is still undergoing a period of mass layoffs. According to a new report, the latest round seems to be from Nintendo of America ahead of the release of the much-anticipated Nintendo…
Comically low resolution leaked images suggest that a white digital-only Xbox Series X could be coming soon
New leaked images have been circulating online that appear to show a white Xbox Series X console without a disc drive. The images, which were linked to by the gaming blog Exputer, were allegedly sourced by the long-time Xbox leaker…
Embracer sell off more assets with Gearbox being acquired by Take-Two for $460m
Take-Two is acquiring Gearbox Interactive from Embracer Group for a cool $460m. It has long been suspected that Embracer was looking to sell Gearbox, with Reuters reporting on it back in September 2023. Now, however, the deal is done –…
When is the next Lego Fortnite update?
What’s new in Lego Fortnite? (Image credit: Epic Games) The V29.10 update dropped on March 26, adding a whole host of vehicles for players to build. It’s called the Mechanical Mayhem patch, which also addresses some of the more persistent…
Sony successfully defends itself in court amidst controller patent lawsuit
Sony has won a court battle instigated by Genuine Enabling Technology (GET) that accused the PlayStation maker of infringing on one of its controller technology patents. At the time of filing, the most recent Sony console would have been the…
Helldivers 2 adds Quasar Cannon and Heavy Machine Gun Stratagems to accidentally shoot your friends with
Co-op shooter Helldivers 2 is back with yet another update, this time adding two all-new Stratagems that seem specifically designed to help combat the brutal Automaton enemy type. The official Helldivers 2 X / Twitter account confirmed these powerful weapons…
Final Fantasy 16 on high-end PCs will have better performance than PS5, but the producer encourages users to try the demo first
Final Fantasy 16‘s producer Naoki Yoshida has offered some insight into the game’s PC performance benchmark. Earlier this month, Yoshida confirmed that after almost one year of PlayStation 5 exclusivity, the PC port of Final Fantasy 16 is now in…