Topic: game compatibility
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Steam OS Outperforms Windows in 10 Games, Matches in 2 More
SteamOS outperforms Windows in gaming performance, delivering higher frame rates in most tested games, with only marginal losses in a few cases. Independent tests on devices like the Lenovo Legion Go S show SteamOS winning in 10 out of 12 games, with notable advantages in titles like "Returnal" a...
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Valorant Devs Deny Anti-Cheat Software Is Bricking PCs
Riot Games updated its Vanguard anti-cheat software to detect and disable DMA cheating tools, even when no Riot game is running, but many innocent users report being falsely flagged and experiencing severe PC malfunctions. Despite Riot's clarification that the update does not actually "brick" PCs...
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Nintendo Switch 2 bundle with game discounted by $50
A Nintendo Switch 2 console bundle including a digital game is currently available for $449.99 on Amazon, down from the usual $499.99, effectively giving buyers a free game. This deal is significant because of an upcoming price hike in September, when the console's standalone price will increase ...
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Valve Joins the Console Market
Valve's new Steam Machine aims to combine the extensive PC gaming library with the plug-and-play ease of consoles, targeting competition with Sony and Microsoft. Unlike the failed 2015 version that relied on Linux, this system uses Proton technology to seamlessly run Windows games, ensuring broad...
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Microsoft's Next Xbox: A PC and Console Hybrid?
The next Xbox will be a high-end, premium hybrid of console and PC, offering a curated experience that transcends traditional hardware limitations. It will run on Windows and be part of a broader ecosystem, including third-party devices recognized as official Xbox hardware, emphasizing flexibilit...
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Save 20% on the Steam Deck LCD for a Limited Time
Valve is offering a 20% discount on the Steam Deck LCD, reducing the 256GB model's price to $319.20 until October 6th. Despite being nearly four years old, the Steam Deck LCD provides reliable performance, strong power efficiency, and a streamlined SteamOS experience. The discounted LCD model off...
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Steam Controller’s Pros and Cons Explained
The new 2026 Steam Controller features drift-resistant TMR joysticks, better ergonomics, four rear buttons, touch-sensitive sensors, and is user-repairable with replacement parts from iFixit. It includes a 2.4GHz USB-C puck that doubles as a magnetic charging dock, offers low-latency wireless con...
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Nintendo's Best Pro Controller Hits Record Low for Black Friday
The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller is available at a record low price of £64.95 on Amazon UK, offering a significant discount from its usual £74.95 just in time for Black Friday. This premium controller enhances gameplay with a comfortable design, customizable back buttons, and exclusive featur...
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The Steam Frame: A Revolutionary New VR Experience
Valve's Steam Frame headset is a standalone wireless device that offers high-fidelity VR gaming for your Steam library, combining local play with a unique wireless streaming solution to eliminate common frustrations and make VR a permanent gaming fixture. It features innovative "foveated streamin...
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Save on the $1,000 Xbox Ally X: First-Ever Discount on Refurbished Units
For the first time, the Xbox Ally X handheld gaming PC is available at discounted prices through Best Buy's certified refurbished models, offering savings from the standard $999.99 retail cost. The device features the AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme Processor and the Xbox Full Screen Experience, a custom...
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Silksong Now on Android: Seamlessly Continue Your PC Progress
Hollow Knight: Silksong can be played on Android via emulation, enabling seamless progress continuation from the PC version on high-performance phones like the Samsung Galaxy S25. The GameHub app automates technical setup and syncs saved games from Steam, though it currently lacks two-way sync, m...
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Nvidia's GeForce Now RTX 5080: Better and Worse Than Expected
Nvidia has updated its GeForce Now Ultimate service with the RTX 5080 GPU, offering 25-50% higher frame rates in 4K for select games, though performance often relies on DLSS and may introduce input lag. The service includes a new Install-to-Play feature that expands game access by allowing users ...
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New Switch Games & Demos Out Now After July 2025 Direct
The July 2025 Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase announced surprise game launches and demos for Switch and Switch 2, including a social simulation title, a classic remaster, and trials of Square Enix and Sega games. Highlights include a creative multiplayer game and a critically praised remaster, w...
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Legion Go S SteamOS: The Ultimate Handheld PC Gaming Experience
The Lenovo Legion Go S SteamOS sets a new benchmark in portable PC gaming by combining Valve’s optimized SteamOS with high-performance hardware, outperforming popular alternatives. Its standout features include a vibrant display, ergonomic design, Hall effect joysticks, and premium build quality,...
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Add Your PC Specs to Steam Reviews in New Beta
Steam's beta client introduces an optional feature allowing users to automatically attach their PC hardware specifications to game reviews, providing greater context for performance feedback. This voluntary tool aims to make reviews more informative for purchasing decisions and offers developers ...
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Holiday Deals: Save Big on DualSense PS5 Controller Colors
Sony is offering significant holiday discounts on PS5 DualSense controllers, with prices dropping to $54 in the U.S. and £44.99 in the U.K. The sale includes various color options like Midnight Black and Nova Pink, making it ideal for personal use or as a gift for local multiplayer gaming. The Du...
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The Analogue 3D: The Ultimate N64 Collector's Console
The Analogue 3D is a premium console that enhances Nintendo 64 gaming with modern features like 4K resolution and wireless controllers while maintaining full compatibility with original cartridges through FPGA technology. It offers extensive visual customization with multiple output modes to pres...
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Valve's 256GB LCD Steam Deck Drops 20% for Autumn Sale
The 256GB LCD Steam Deck is now available at a 20% discount for $319.20, offering a compelling entry point into PC gaming handhelds with a complete package including the device, power supply, and case. Powered by a quad-core AMD processor comparable to the PlayStation 5, it handles a wide range o...
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