Topic: gaming news
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PlayStation 6 Could Be Delayed Until 2028 or 2029
Sony is reportedly considering a significant delay for the PlayStation 6, potentially launching it in 2028 or 2029. The primary cause is a severe, long-term global shortage of high-performance RAM, driven by demand from AI data centers, which increases costs and creates supply chain hurdles. This...
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Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Update 2.1.0 Live, Boosts Switch Performance
A major update for Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 on the Nintendo Switch 2 has unlocked 60 FPS and 1080p resolution for *Metal Gear Solid 2* and *3*, significantly improving performance and visuals. The patch (version 2.1.0) includes enhanced image resolution, high-resolution assets, ...
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Xenoblade Chronicles Voice Actor May Have Leaked New Game
A voice actor's updated professional profile listing a "Xenoblade Chronicles" project for 2026 has fueled rumors of a new series entry, though it remains unverified. The listing suggests the actor would reprise her role as KOS-MOS, a character from *Xenoblade Chronicles 2* with ties to the Xenosa...
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Nintendo Slashes Prices on Select Upcoming Amiibo
Nintendo has reduced prices on three upcoming amiibo figures, offering a $5 discount on each, providing relief for collectors amid broader market price increases. This selective price cut is notable as it contrasts with recent Nintendo-wide price increases, showing pricing strategies can still fa...
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Project: Gorgon Launches 1.0 with Its Largest Map Ever
Project: Gorgon has officially launched its 1.0 version, marking a full release after years in Early Access and catering to players seeking a classic, discovery-driven MMO experience. The update introduces the massive new high-level hub of Statehelm, along with a flexible skill-based combat syste...
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Steam Client Update Adds Gamepad Fixes and Revamped Beta UI
The Steam client update significantly refines controller support, including restored functionality for the Nintendo Switch 2 controller and improved settings for joystick and gyro aiming. It introduces new library management features, such as filtering games by store tags, and resolves persistent...
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January 2026 PS Plus Extra & Premium Games Revealed
Sony's PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium tiers will receive new games on January 20th, 2026, with Extra getting modern titles and Premium adding a classic remaster. The PS Plus Extra catalog gains five diverse games, including the PS5 exclusive "Echoes of the Fallen," the multiplayer shooter "Ne...
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Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl Fixed for Switch 2
Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl are now fully playable on the Nintendo Switch 2 via backwards compatibility, following a system update that fixed previous crash issues. The system firmware update also resolved technical problems for another title, *Cats on Duty*, demonstrating broader...
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Baldur's Gate 3 Won't Launch on Nintendo Switch 2, Larian Confirms
Larian Studios CEO Swen Vincke confirmed Baldur's Gate 3 will not be ported to the Nintendo Switch 2, stating the decision was not the developer's to make. The absence is likely due to platform-holder decisions or technical constraints, as the game's complex systems and visuals push current hardw...
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Report: New Xbox Hardware, Including Elite Controller 3, Could Arrive in 2026
Microsoft is reportedly planning new Xbox controllers, with the premium **Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 3** expected to be revealed in 2026, alongside other controller revisions possibly arriving sooner. A key technological upgrade for these new controllers will be **direct-to-WiFi connec...
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Palworld Defies Odds, Scores 4 Steam Award Nominations in 2025
Palworld, still in early access, received four Steam Awards nominations and medals, including recognition for its massive player base and sales. The developer is focusing on a full 1.0 release in 2026, promising major content updates and bug fixes while stepping back from community engagement to ...
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Roborock's First Robot Lawn Mower Arrives in the US
Roborock has announced the RockMow X1 LiDAR robot mower for the US market, expanding its robotic lawn care line with a model featuring advanced LiDAR and VSLAM navigation for precise operation. The mower handles steep slopes and obstacles but has a reduced daily mowing capacity of about half an a...
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Why This Star Wars Game Sells for Hundreds
A PlayStation 4 port of *Star Wars Racer Revenge* has become extremely valuable because hackers discovered its code contains a critical, unpatched security flaw, enabling a jailbreak for the PS5. The game's scarcity is a major factor, as it was produced in a limited run of only about 8,500 physic...
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Top Xbox Games of 2025: Metacritic's Highest-Rated Picks
2025 was a strong year for Xbox, featuring a consistent stream of high-quality releases on console and PC, even as more titles launched simultaneously on PlayStation 5. Major franchises like *Doom: The Dark Ages* and *Gears of War: Reloaded* met high expectations, while standout indie games such ...
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Top-Rated PC Games of 2025: Metacritic's Best Picks
The 2025 PC gaming landscape was exceptionally rich, featuring highly-rated titles across genres from major sequels like *Hades 2* to innovative indie adventures. A curated list based on aggregate critic scores highlights the year's standout games, serving as a trusted guide to top experiences. A...
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Classic PC Platformer That Paved the Way for Doom Gets a Remaster
The technical drive to achieve smooth scrolling for a PC game, inspired by a Nintendo classic, led to the formation of a legendary studio and foundational work that evolved into genre-defining 3D titles. **Bio Menace** was a publisher's distinct 2D run-and-gun platformer, largely created by a sin...
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Microsoft's PC Gaming Guide: Surprisingly Useful, But Missing Upscaling
Microsoft's PC gaming hardware guide provides a solid, simplified foundation for beginners, covering essential components and hardware tiers for different performance levels, but it oversimplifies complex topics and omits key modern technologies. The guide includes a misleading promotion for Copi...
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PS Plus Games Leaving in January 2026: Full List
Sony has announced the first games leaving PS Plus Extra and Premium in January 2026, including Like A Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name and three others. More titles may be added to the removal list before January, as Sony frequently updates its "Last Chance to Play" section throughou...
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Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection Physical Switch Release Omits MK4
The physical Nintendo Switch version of *Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection* does not include Mortal Kombat 4 on the cartridge due to the game not being finished in time for the required production submission. Switch owners must download a mandatory update from the Nintendo eShop to access MK4 and ...
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Tomb Raider Returns with Two New Games at The Game Awards
Two new Tomb Raider games have been announced: a remake of the original titled *Legacy of Atlantis* and a new sequel called *Catalyst*, reviving the franchise for fans and newcomers. *Legacy of Atlantis* is a modern reimagining of the 1996 classic with updated gameplay, while *Catalyst* is an ori...
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Orbitals Confirmed as Nintendo Switch 2 Exclusive
**Orbitals** is a cooperative space adventure game announced as a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive, scheduled for a 2026 release and developed by studios Kepler and Shapefarm. The game features a two-player co-op story where characters Maki and Omura must save their space station from a cosmic storm, ...
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Save $20 on Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con Controllers at BJ's
BJ's Wholesale Club is offering a pair of Joy-Con 2 controllers for the Nintendo Switch 2 at a record low price of $79.99, a $20 savings, with a membership workaround available. The controllers feature a magnetic attachment, can be used individually or as a pair, and include standard inputs along...
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Assassin's Creed Shadows Patch Fixes Switch 2 Crashes
Ubisoft has confirmed a fix is coming for significant stability problems, including repeated crashes, affecting the Nintendo Switch 2 version of *Assassin's Creed Shadows*. A Title Update scheduled for next week will specifically address these Switch 2 issues, though it will be released for all p...
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Hellraiser Director Thanks The Council for 'Depravity' in Most Wanted Game
**Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival** is a highly anticipated 2025 horror game, ranking 17th on the PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted list, promising a visceral first-person experience that embraces the franchise's dark legacy. The game is a single-player horror spectacle that confronts taboo subjects...
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Infamous Atari 2600 Game Rereleased After 43 Years
The infamously poor Atari 2600 version of *Pac-Man*, a key factor in the 1980s video game crash, has been unexpectedly rereleased twice after over 40 years. It was first included in a special cartridge for the new Atari 2600+ console and later as part of the *Atari 50* digital anthology, which pr...
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Nintendo Fixes More Switch 2 Backwards Compatibility Issues
Nintendo's firmware update has fixed backwards compatibility issues for several Switch games on the upcoming Switch 2, ensuring uninterrupted gameplay for titles like *Doom + Doom 2* and *Guardian Tales*. Some games, including *Sports Party*, *Resident Evil 4*, and *Blades of Darkness*, still hav...
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Planet Centauri Devs Say Game is 'Cursed' After New Steam Bug
Planet Centauri's 1.0 launch was hindered by a Steam bug that blocked release notifications to wishlisters, reducing its initial visibility significantly. Valve offered a Daily Deal to compensate, but it coincided with Valve's major hardware announcement, which overshadowed the promotion and led ...
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Xbox's Phil Spencer Highlights Major Steam Presence Amid Valve Hardware Launch
Valve announced new hardware including the Steam Machine, aiming to bring PC gaming to living rooms and marking a strategic expansion in the industry. Microsoft's Phil Spencer publicly supported the launch, emphasizing openness and player choice, while observers noted a reserved tone possibly ref...
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Nintendo Launches Switch 2 Compatibility Checker
Nintendo has launched an online compatibility checker for Switch 2 owners to verify which original Switch games run smoothly on the new hardware, ensuring a seamless transition for most titles. A small number of games, such as NieR: Automata, currently have performance issues on the Switch 2, but...
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Red Dead Redemption 2: Where's the Switch Port?
Red Dead Redemption 2 has become the fourth best-selling video game ever with over 79 million copies sold, yet it remains unavailable on current-generation consoles like the Nintendo Switch despite its ongoing commercial success. Square Enix has laid off 140 employees from its international publi...
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Corsair Unveils Hall Effect Fight Stick with Rapid Trigger Tech
The Corsair Novablade Pro Wireless fight stick features Hall effect magnetic switches with adjustable actuation points (0.1mm to 4mm) and rapid trigger technology for enhanced responsiveness and durability, supporting up to 150 million operations. It offers versatile connectivity via Bluetooth, 2...
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Halo Voice Actor Teases Major Announcement
Steve Downes, the voice of Master Chief, has teased a major Halo announcement, coinciding with Microsoft's plans for a significant reveal at the Halo World Championships in October. Microsoft is developing multiple new Halo projects, including a potential remake for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Swi...
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Borderlands 4 Price Slashed Just Weeks After Launch
Borderlands 4 received a 20% price cut on PC shortly after launch, contradicting earlier promises and reflecting potential sales and performance issues. Japan's government has demanded that OpenAI stop using Japanese intellectual property without consent, citing anime and manga as cultural treasu...
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PS5 DualSense Controller With Removable Battery Leaked
Sony is rumored to be developing a new PlayStation 5 controller with a removable battery pack, potentially launching in November, which would allow users to replace the battery instead of buying a new controller. A minor revision for the PlayStation 5 Pro console is also in the works, reportedly ...
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Killing Floor 3's Rearmament Update Arrives This Halloween
The Rearmament update introduces three new weapons: the powerful Streik Dual Defender Shotgun, the versatile MKR-350 Assault Rifle, and the precision-focused M14 EBR MOD 0 semi-automatic rifle. It completely overhauls the perk system, allowing players to mix and match any specialist character wit...
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PS5 Is Sony's Most Successful Console Generation Ever
The PlayStation 5 is Sony's most profitable console generation ever, driven by increased spending on free-to-play games, microtransactions, and subscription services rather than just higher hardware sales. Several upcoming game releases were announced, including *Possessor(s)* for November 11 and...
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Deus Ex Series Under $10 on Steam vs. $30 Remaster
The $30 price of the new Deus Ex remaster is heavily criticized, especially since the entire core series is often available for under $10, making the remaster's value questionable. Early footage shows the remaster alters the original game's gritty aesthetic for a dated look that fans feel lacks t...
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Don't Miss These 5 Hidden Steam Gems (September 2025)
September 2025 featured five standout games on Steam, including platformers, RPGs, and narrative experiments, that deserve attention despite the crowded release schedule. Notable titles include *Hirogami*, an origami-themed platformer with transformation mechanics, and *Trench Face*, a dread-fill...
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Affordable Smart Lighting: Upgrade Your Home on a Budget
Smart lighting is now more affordable and accessible, offering an easy entry into home automation for mood setting, energy efficiency, and convenience. Tech updates include the appearance of Hollow Knight: Silksong, an Instagram iPad app, and a new The Office spinoff, alongside insights from Paul...
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