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Nintendo Patents Switch Dock With Rotating Plug Cluster

Nintendo has a new patent for a Switch dock with a rotating hub for cords, potentially easing docking.

The patent may lead to a more convenient docking experience by allowing users to plug cords on either side. [ more ]

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Nintendo Switch 2: design to specs, what we could expect from the Switch Pro

The rumored Nintendo Switch 2, also referred to as Super Nintendo Switch or Switch Pro, is expected to be released in 2024.

Rumors suggest that the Switch 2 will have 4K output, NVIDIA DLSS technology, a more capable CPU, and backwards compatibility with OG Switch games. [ more ]

Kotaku

EA Boss On Switch 2 Rumors: 'New Platforms Are Good For Us'

Developers have seen the rumored Nintendo Switch 2 in private meetings

EA CEO Andrew Wilson hinted at the impact of new platforms on their business [ more ]

Engadget

Nintendo's online servers for Wii U and 3DS shut down today

Nintendo shuts down online servers for Wii U and 3DS, ending multiplayer gaming.

3DS succeeds despite lukewarm reception; Wii U considered a misstep for Nintendo. [ more ]

Kotaku

Nintendo Reportedly Looking To Manufacture 10 Million Switch 2s In The Next Fiscal Year

Nintendo is reportedly aiming to manufacture 10+ million units of the Switch 2 in its first fiscal year.

The release date for the Switch 2 is unknown, but there are reports it will launch in the second half of 2024. [ more ]

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Gadgets 360

6 days ago

PS5, Xbox Series S/X, Nintendo Switch Discounted in Amazon Great Summer Sale

Great Summer Sale at Amazon offers discounts across various product categories. [ more ]

VG247

1 week ago

Switch 2 features magnetic Joy-Con Controllers and both are larger than current offerings - report

The upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 will have larger Joy-Con controllers connected via magnets, support Switch Pro controllers, and feature backward compatibility with enhanced capabilities. [ more ]

Gadgets 360

1 month ago

You Can Play Cyberpunk 2077 as Part of a Free Trial This Weekend

Limited free trial of Cyberpunk 2077 on consoles, not available for PC gamers

Five-hour trial period, progress carries forward if game is purchased [ more ]

VG247

1 month ago

It sounds like Xbox wants a piece of the Nintendo Switch pie, as a new report claims that it's working on a "fully native" handheld

PlayStation released a cloud-based handheld, while Xbox is reportedly prototyping a native handheld.

Microsoft's Xbox is developing a fully native handheld console, potentially similar to the Nintendo Switch. [ more ]

GameSpot

Get A Free $75 Gift Card With A Nintendo Switch OLED

The Nintendo Switch OLED Model offers a premium gaming experience with an OLED screen and improved features.

Dell is currently offering a free $75 gift card with the purchase of the Nintendo Switch OLED Model. [ more ]

Kotaku

OG Star Wars: Battlefront Games Are Back With Bonus Content And Features

Classic Star Wars: Battlefront games coming to consoles in a new collection with online 64-player action in March.

Included in the collection are the original Star Wars: Battlefront games, developed by Pandemic, not the more recent versions by Dice and EA. [ more ]

Gadgets 360

1 week ago

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PS5 Slim Gets Rs. 5,000 Discount in India From May 1: Details

Sony announced a limited-time discount of Rs. 5,000 on newly launched PS5 slim variants in India, reducing the price to Rs. 49,990 during the Summer Sale. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

1 week ago

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My undying love for the painfully uncool Amiga

The Amiga lacked the emotional connection associated with other gaming consoles due to its uncool appearance. [ more ]

GameSpot

Xbox's Strategy Doesn't "Hinge On People Moving All-Digital" Says Phil Spencer

Xbox is supportive but not disproportionately focused on physical media.

Xbox is aware of the declining need for drives in gaming consoles. [ more ]

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$200 off the Asus ROG Ally makes it a serious Steam Deck rival

ASUS ROG Ally handheld gaming PC on sale for $399.99 at Best Buy, $200 off original price

ROG Ally is positioned as a gaming companion with full Windows 11 and strong hardware, suitable for PC gaming and other tasks [ more ]

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Graphic design

Pre-orders for Retro Games' THEAtari 400 Mini are available now, so why do I want it so badly?

The Atari 400 Mini is a miniature replica of the original Atari 400 computer from 1979.

The new Atari 400 comes with 25 built-in games and supports HD output via HDMI. [ more ]

Gadgets 360

Next-Gen Xbox to Be the 'Largest Technical Leap' for a Console Generation

Microsoft confirms plans for new Xbox hardware and exclusive titles on the platform.

Xbox president promises the 'largest technical leap' for the next generation of Xbox consoles. [ more ]

GameSpot

Get The Xbox Series X For Only $310 Before It Sells Out

Save almost $200 on a refurbished Xbox Series X at Woot, selling for $310 each.

The Xbox Series X offers a stunning 4K gaming experience with minimal loading screens and the ability to switch between games on the fly. [ more ]

Engadget

The Xbox Series S is just $230 right now

The Microsoft Xbox Series S is currently on sale for $230 on Dell's website, $70 off its retail price.

The Xbox Series S offers smooth gameplay, quick startup, and Quick Resume feature for seamless gaming experience. [ more ]

Tom's Guide

Forget gaming on the couch, here are 7 reasons why I prefer to play at my desk

Playing games at a desk may be preferable to playing on a TV due to limited access to the TV and potential distractions in the living room.

Playing games on a handheld console provides a different experience than playing on a larger screen with a controller or keyboard and mouse. [ more ]

GameSpot

Microsoft Can Be A Good Publisher" Across All Platforms, Including Sony And Nintendo, CEO Says

Microsoft aims to become a 'good publisher' across all platforms

Microsoft may release exclusive games on Nintendo and Sony consoles [ more ]

Design Milk

4 months ago

Design

Analogue's Retro-Colored Pocket Handhelds - Perfect for Stockings

Analogue, a boutique handheld and console gaming maker, has released a new edition of their handheld gaming device, the Analogue Pocket, in nostalgic Game Boy Advance-inspired colors.

The Analogue Pocket can play over 2,780 Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance titles, as well as other compatible games with optional adapters. [ more ]

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

4 months ago

Design

Oddly-shaped PlayStation 5 Pro concept emphasizes VR immersion for Metaverse games - Yanko Design

Sony has released the PlayStation 5 Slim, a smaller version of the PS5 console

Rumors suggest that a PlayStation 5 Pro with improved features may be released in 2024 [ more ]

Inverse

5 months ago

10 Years Ago, Xbox Launched a Huge Hardware Flop That Was Ahead of Its Time

Sea of Thieves, an Xbox exclusive, was a turning point for Microsoft in winning over gamers and marked a significant moment for the company.

The Xbox One generation had a rocky start with a disastrous unveiling, but ultimately redeemed itself with big swings and successful projects. [ more ]

Engadget

5 months ago