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fromKotaku
4 hours ago

Project Helix Swag Has Already Begun Circulating With Influencers

Xbox is struggling with sales and leadership changes, launching Project Helix merchandise despite the console's release being years away.
Games
fromEngadget
4 days ago

You'll soon be able to hide games from your Xbox achievements list

Microsoft is testing new features for Xbox achievements, allowing users to hide games and redesigning achievement displays.
Video games
fromKotaku
4 hours ago

Project Helix Swag Has Already Begun Circulating With Influencers

Xbox is struggling with sales and leadership changes, launching Project Helix merchandise despite the console's release being years away.
Games
fromEngadget
4 days ago

You'll soon be able to hide games from your Xbox achievements list

Microsoft is testing new features for Xbox achievements, allowing users to hide games and redesigning achievement displays.
Digital life
fromWIRED
11 hours ago

The Screenmaxxers Who Spend Every Waking Hour on Their Phones

Excessive screen time raises health concerns, yet some individuals, like Morgan Dreiss, embrace it as a normal part of their lives.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
10 hours ago

No 2-in-1 Laptop Is Perfect, but These Are the Best I've Tested

2-in-1 devices combine tablet and laptop functionalities, but often favor one over the other.
#amazon-luna
Games
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Amazon Luna axes third-party game purchases

Amazon Luna will restrict access to only its subscription games, removing third-party purchases and subscriptions by June 2026.
Video games
fromEngadget
2 days ago

Amazon Luna ends support for third-party subscriptions and game purchases

Amazon is discontinuing third-party integrations on Luna, affecting subscriptions and game access.
Games
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Amazon Luna axes third-party game purchases

Amazon Luna will restrict access to only its subscription games, removing third-party purchases and subscriptions by June 2026.
Video games
fromEngadget
2 days ago

Amazon Luna ends support for third-party subscriptions and game purchases

Amazon is discontinuing third-party integrations on Luna, affecting subscriptions and game access.
fromWIRED
1 day ago

'Crimson Desert' Is a Cat Dad Simulator

One of the greatest sins in video game design is when the developers put a cute animal into the game, but do not let you pet it. Crimson Desert yes-ands this desire by letting you pick up any kitten, cuddle them in your arms, and pet them as long as you like.
Pets
#ar-glasses
fromThe Verge
2 days ago
Wearables

Snap is sticking with Qualcomm for its next AR glasses

Snap's consumer AR glasses, powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon XR chip, are set to launch this year after years of development.
fromThe Verge
1 week ago
Wearables

My dream pair of AR gaming glasses needs to have these nine features

Latest AR glasses from Xreal and Viture enhance gaming experiences with features like 3DoF, but no model is perfect for all users.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Snap is sticking with Qualcomm for its next AR glasses

Snap's consumer AR glasses, powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon XR chip, are set to launch this year after years of development.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

My dream pair of AR gaming glasses needs to have these nine features

Latest AR glasses from Xreal and Viture enhance gaming experiences with features like 3DoF, but no model is perfect for all users.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Cantor Initiates Skillz With Overweight: Can the Mobile Gaming Platform Finally Stage a Comeback?

Skillz shows signs of stabilization with Q4 2025 revenue growth, despite a challenging year for investors.
#netflix
Board games
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Netflix's TV games get a big boost with Jackbox collection

Netflix adds Jackbox's Drawful 2, Fibbage 4, and Quiplash 3 to its party game lineup, available for subscribers at no extra cost.
Games
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Netflix adds three Jackbox games to its TV app

Netflix adds Jackbox Party Essentials to its gaming lineup, offering three popular games for free to subscribers.
Games
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

Netflix launches a standalone app for kids' games | TechCrunch

Netflix launches Netflix Playground, a standalone app for kids' games, featuring an ad-free experience and offline access.
Board games
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Netflix's TV games get a big boost with Jackbox collection

Netflix adds Jackbox's Drawful 2, Fibbage 4, and Quiplash 3 to its party game lineup, available for subscribers at no extra cost.
Games
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Netflix adds three Jackbox games to its TV app

Netflix adds Jackbox Party Essentials to its gaming lineup, offering three popular games for free to subscribers.
Games
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

Netflix launches a standalone app for kids' games | TechCrunch

Netflix launches Netflix Playground, a standalone app for kids' games, featuring an ad-free experience and offline access.
fromGadgets 360
6 days ago

Red Magic Gaming Tablet 5 Pro Launch Timeline Revealed

General Manager Jiang Chao confirmed in a Weibo post that the Red Magic Gaming Tablet 5 Pro will launch in China in April or May 2026. Chao claimed that the Red Magic Gaming Tablet 5 Pro 'is amazing! It will definitely not disappoint you.'
Mobile UX
Video games
fromWGB
1 day ago

Microsoft Might Be Considering Removing Call Of Duty From Game Pass

Microsoft may remove Call of Duty from Game Pass due to its impact on revenue and traditional sales.
Gadgets
fromGameSpot
1 day ago

Get An ROG Xbox Ally For Only $500 Before The Inevitable Price Increase Arrives

The Asus ROG Xbox Ally is now priced at $500, offering a portable gaming PC experience with Windows 11 compatibility and a wide game selection.
#video-games
Video games
fromMail Online
2 days ago

The open-world simulator game where you play as JESUS

A Polish game studio has released 'I Am Jesus Christ', an immersive game allowing players to experience the life of Jesus in an open-world format.
Video games
fromMail Online
2 days ago

The open-world simulator game where you play as JESUS

A Polish game studio has released 'I Am Jesus Christ', an immersive game allowing players to experience the life of Jesus in an open-world format.
Artificial intelligence
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

What leaked "SteamGPT" files could mean for the PC gaming platform's use of AI

Valve is integrating AI tools, named SteamGPT, to enhance internal evaluations of in-game incidents and analyze suspicious accounts.
Wearables
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Razer just released some new gaming earbuds with low latency and fast switching between devices

Razer's Hammerhead V3 HyperSpeed gaming earbuds offer low latency audio, improved ANC, and a 40-hour battery life for gaming and music.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

NVIDIA Chips are Going to Space. Could the Stock Be Next?

Nvidia is developing space-based data centers, leveraging orbital computing for AI and 5G connectivity as the corporate space race intensifies.
#indie-games
fromEngadget
1 day ago
Video games

Marauding minotaurs, more CloverPit and other new indie games worth checking out

Video games
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Marauding minotaurs, more CloverPit and other new indie games worth checking out

Indie game space features new releases and upcoming titles, including updates on various games and showcases.
Games
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Castlevania headlines a big list of exciting indie game reveals

The Triple-I Initiative showcased new indie games, including Castlevania: Belmont's Curse and Prove You're Human, highlighting diverse genres and innovative gameplay.
Video games
fromGame Informer
3 days ago

Everything Announced At The April 2026 Triple-i Initiative

The Triple-i Initiative showcased 40 announcements for indie games, including new reveals and updates.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

You don't have to spend more than $50 on a great USB-C dock for your Switch 2

Nintendo's Switch 2 redesign complicates third-party accessory development, necessitating new solutions for compatibility.
fromKotaku
2 days ago

Cozy RPG Deleted From Steam After Seemingly Ripping Off Tetris

The official X account for Starsand Island stated that the removal was due to 'insufficient verification during the planning stage of a minigame within this game.'
Games
Video games
fromBusiness Matters
4 days ago

How the Gaming Market Continues to Expand

The gaming market is evolving into a mainstream, influential entertainment industry, driven by mobile gaming and diverse player demographics.
Gadgets
fromGSMArena.com
4 days ago

OnePlus' gaming handheld design and key specs leaked

OnePlus is reportedly planning to enter the gaming handheld market with a new device featuring an 8-inch display and MediaTek Dimensity chipset.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 days ago

Ex-Bethesda Exec Says The Elder Scrolls 6 Maker Isn't Part Of Something 'Genuine' Or 'Authentic' At Microsoft - Kotaku

Pete Hines retired from Bethesda after 24 years, feeling powerless under Microsoft’s ownership to protect the studio's legacy and efficiency.
#online-gaming
fromLondon On The Inside
2 weeks ago
Digital life

Cultural Codes in Gaming: How Innovation Is Rewriting the Rules

Online gaming design adapts to local behaviors and cultural expectations, moving away from a one-size-fits-all approach.
Games
fromKotaku
3 days ago

Game Devs Explain The Tricks Involved With Letting You Pause

Pausing a game involves various techniques, including manipulating time and adjusting game speed, depending on the game engine used.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 days ago

Epic Is Reportedly Making A Disney-Themed Extraction Shooter

Epic is developing an extraction shooter featuring Disney characters, expected to launch in November.
Games
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Another Don't Starve game is on the way

Don't Starve Elsewhere introduces 3D terrain and new gameplay elements to the survival game series.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
6 years ago

The Best Game Controller for Every Kind of Player

A good controller significantly enhances gaming experience, with various options available for different platforms and features.
Video games
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Epic is reportedly building an extraction shooter for Disney

Disney's $1.5 billion investment in Epic aims to create an entertainment universe, with a Disney-themed extraction shooter set for release in November.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 days ago

15 Big Indie Games You Should Be Paying Attention To Right Now

The Triple-i Initiative showcase revealed new games, updates, and demos, highlighting indie titles like Belmont's Curse and others from various developers.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Evercade's new handheld has a larger screen and dual thumbsticks for 3D games

Evercade's new Nexus handheld features a 5.89-inch screen, enhanced specs, and supports over 700 retro games through proprietary cartridges.
#borderlands
Games
fromKotaku
3 days ago

Borderlands Mobile Out Now On IOS Devices And Is Free-To-Play

Borderlands Mobile is a new free game for iOS, not a sequel to Borderlands 5 or Wonderlands.
Games
fromGameSpot
3 days ago

A New Borderlands Game Just Launched Out Of Nowhere For Mobile

Zynga has released Borderlands Mobile for iOS, featuring familiar gameplay and characters, optimized for mobile with various modes and classes.
Games
fromKotaku
3 days ago

Borderlands Mobile Out Now On IOS Devices And Is Free-To-Play

Borderlands Mobile is a new free game for iOS, not a sequel to Borderlands 5 or Wonderlands.
Games
fromGameSpot
3 days ago

A New Borderlands Game Just Launched Out Of Nowhere For Mobile

Zynga has released Borderlands Mobile for iOS, featuring familiar gameplay and characters, optimized for mobile with various modes and classes.
Tech industry
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella says company is 'long on gaming' amid rumors of 'sunsetting' Xbox due to AI

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella assures Xbox employees and players that the console's future remains secure despite AI industry shifts and leadership changes.
Video games
fromInverse
3 days ago

'Project Hail Mary's' Newest Chapter Is Coming From An Unexpected Source

VR gaming offers immersive experiences that transform the player's environment, exemplified by upcoming titles like Project Hail Mary.
fromKotaku
3 days ago

Hardcore Survival Sim With Deadly Twist Is A Smash Hit On Steam

Road to Vostok is a post-apocalyptic single-player survival game that has secured the entire production budget for years to come within just 24 hours of its launch.
Games
Video games
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

Valve brings native Steam Link app to Apple's Vision Pro

Steam Link is coming to Apple's Vision Pro, enabling wireless streaming of traditional games from Steam libraries on nearby Macs or PCs.
fromGameSpot
3 days ago

Pokemon Champions Is Giving Fans The Big And Tiny Pokemon They Want To See

A Reddit post shared an image of a Steelix and Wyrdeer in battle, claiming that Champions has 'accurate Pokemon sizes for the first time' since the release of Let's Go on Switch.
Games
#james-bond
Video games
fromGadgets 360
3 days ago

Nintendo Switch 2 Version of 007 First Light Has Been Delayed Until Summer

007 First Light for Nintendo Switch 2 is delayed, launching later this summer, while PC, PS5, and Xbox versions release on May 27, 2026.
Video games
fromGameSpot
4 days ago

007 First Light Delayed For Switch 2

IO Interactive's James Bond game, 007 First Light, will not launch on Nintendo Switch 2 alongside other platforms due to a delay.
Video games
fromGadgets 360
3 days ago

Nintendo Switch 2 Version of 007 First Light Has Been Delayed Until Summer

007 First Light for Nintendo Switch 2 is delayed, launching later this summer, while PC, PS5, and Xbox versions release on May 27, 2026.
Video games
fromGameSpot
4 days ago

007 First Light Delayed For Switch 2

IO Interactive's James Bond game, 007 First Light, will not launch on Nintendo Switch 2 alongside other platforms due to a delay.
#game-pass
Games
fromKotaku
5 days ago

Here Are 17 Games Coming To Xbox Game Pass In April 2026

Several games are joining Game Pass in April 2026, including notable titles like Football Manager 26 and Tiny Bookshop.
Games
fromEngadget
5 days ago

Xbox Game Pass additions for April include Hades 2 and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare

Xbox is adding several high-profile titles to Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass in April, while also removing some games.
Games
fromKotaku
5 days ago

Here Are 17 Games Coming To Xbox Game Pass In April 2026

Several games are joining Game Pass in April 2026, including notable titles like Football Manager 26 and Tiny Bookshop.
Games
fromEngadget
5 days ago

Xbox Game Pass additions for April include Hades 2 and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare

Xbox is adding several high-profile titles to Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass in April, while also removing some games.
Video games
fromKotaku
3 days ago

Heated Arc Raiders Debate Between PvE And PvP Players Goes Viral

A PvE player confronted a PvP player in Arc Raiders, raising questions about player expectations in PvP-enabled games.
Games
fromKotaku
4 days ago

Pokemon Champions, Starfield DLC And Other Games Coming Out

Starfield launches on PS5 with a new expansion, Terran Armada, and a free update, following mixed reviews of its first DLC.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Ayaneo says selling its Windows gaming handheld 'is no longer sustainable'

Ayaneo is suspending preorders for the Next 2 gaming handheld due to rising digital storage costs making production unsustainable.
Games
fromGadgets 360
4 days ago

Hades 2, Vampire Crawlers, Kiln Launching on Xbox Game Pass in April

Microsoft is adding 18 new titles to Xbox Game Pass in April, including Hades 2 and Replaced on their respective launch days.
fromKotaku
3 days ago

Graveyard Keeper Is Free On Steam, But Only For A Few Days

Graveyard Keeper lets you toil away in a medieval graveyard as the sole person responsible for managing the place, including all the dead bodies that keep arriving every day.
Video games
#sony
Games
fromEngadget
5 days ago

Sony is starting a weird service that scans people to put them in PlayStation games

Sony's The Playerbase initiative allows fans to have their likenesses scanned for use in PlayStation games.
Video games
fromGameSpot
4 days ago

Next Sony State Of Play Coming April 16 - Report

Sony's next State of Play may occur on April 16, focusing on third-party games, but details remain unconfirmed.
Games
fromEngadget
5 days ago

Sony is starting a weird service that scans people to put them in PlayStation games

Sony's The Playerbase initiative allows fans to have their likenesses scanned for use in PlayStation games.
Video games
fromGameSpot
4 days ago

Next Sony State Of Play Coming April 16 - Report

Sony's next State of Play may occur on April 16, focusing on third-party games, but details remain unconfirmed.
Video games
fromGameSpot
3 days ago

Don't Expect A GTA 6 Online Mode At Launch

GTA 6's online mode is expected to launch after the game's release in November 2026, following historical patterns of staggered launches.
#forza-horizon-6
Video games
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Xbox's new era needs games like Forza Horizon 6

Forza Horizon 6 is set in Japan and features a vast, varied open-world environment that encourages exploration.
fromKotaku
4 days ago
Video games

Forza Horizon 6 Is On Track To Be The Best One Yet - Kotaku

Forza Horizon 6, set in Japan, continues the franchise's trend of excellence with a new character and an impressive open world.
Video games
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Xbox's new era needs games like Forza Horizon 6

Forza Horizon 6 is set in Japan and features a vast, varied open-world environment that encourages exploration.
Video games
fromKotaku
4 days ago

Forza Horizon 6 Is On Track To Be The Best One Yet - Kotaku

Forza Horizon 6, set in Japan, continues the franchise's trend of excellence with a new character and an impressive open world.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Microsoft's go-to Xbox controller is down to $43 for Amazon Big Spring Sale

The Xbox Wireless Controller offers excellent comfort, multiplatform compatibility, and textured grips, with current discounts making it available at $43.49 for the black version.
fromGameSpot
5 days ago

You Could Be In A PlayStation Game If You Write Well, Love PlayStation, Play And Own A Lot, Have Anecdotes, And More

PlayStation has announced a new contest called The Playerbase, allowing winners to have their likenesses scanned to appear in PlayStation games, starting with Gran Turismo 7.
Games
Video games
fromEngadget
4 days ago

The Nintendo Switch 2 version of 007 First Light is delayed until later this summer

Nintendo Switch 2 version of 007 First Light delayed until summer, while PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC versions release on May 27.
Games
fromKotaku
1 week ago

How Long Will Players Have To Wait For The Steam Deck 2?

The Steam Deck 2 may be delayed due to RAM issues, while the Super Mario Galaxy Movie sets box office records despite mixed reviews.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
5 days ago

McDonald's Just Built a Gadget That Every Gamer Has Needed Forever - Yanko Design

Archie is a small arch-shaped piece that essentially bridges the two sticks on your controller. It's not a Bluetooth gadget loaded with firmware updates or a subscription service. It's just a clever piece of physical design that does exactly what it needs to do and nothing more.
Video games
fromKotaku
5 days ago

Canceled Game 'Would Have Been Crimson Desert' Says Avalanche Head

I haven't played Crimson Desert enough, but we had everything that I've seen from Crimson Desert in the plans for that game. It was signed with a big publisher that has a lot of famous IPs...And then they just changed business direction again and wanted to focus on their existing IPs instead of new ones. They broke up with us on a text message, which I will never forgive them for.
Video games
Gadgets
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Windows 11's Steam Deck-ish, streamlined Xbox gaming UI comes to all PCs in April

Microsoft is rolling out Xbox mode to Windows 11 PCs starting in April, offering a controller-friendly full-screen gaming interface that reduces RAM usage and energy consumption while maintaining standard Windows capabilities.
Games
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

The 13 Best New Video Games Of 2026 So Far

2026 has already produced notable games, with updates planned for the Game of the Year watch throughout the year.
Gadgets
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago

Lenovo Unveils a Foldable Gaming Handheld That Replaces Your Laptop - Yanko Design

Lenovo's Legion Go Fold Concept addresses the travel dilemma of carrying multiple devices by combining a foldable handheld gaming device with laptop functionality through a flexible display and detachable controllers.
Video games
fromKotaku
4 weeks ago

I Miss When Multiplayer Games Weren't Changing All The Time - Kotaku

A patch increasing gunshot volume in Marathon created a more aggressive multiplayer environment, prompting nostalgia for older games that remained static after release rather than undergoing constant balance changes.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Microsoft's 'Xbox mode' is coming to every Windows 11 PC

Microsoft seems more determined than ever to combine Xbox and Windows - to the point that its next-gen Xbox, codenamed Project Helix, will play PC games too. Today, we learned Helix will go alpha in 2027. But the company isn't waiting for Helix before it points Windows gamers in the Xbox direction. Starting in April, it's bringing its full-screen Xbox mode to every kind of Windows 11 PC, including laptops, desktops, and tablets.
Video games
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Qualcomm won't be announcing Windows gaming handhelds at GDC after all

Qualcomm postponed announcing Snapdragon G Series gaming chip updates for Windows handhelds at GDC 2026, likely due to memory shortages affecting the entire chip industry.
Video games
fromEngadget
1 month ago

I guess this wasn't an Xbox after all

Microsoft has discontinued its 'This is an Xbox' marketing campaign by removing the original blog post from Xbox Wire.
Video games
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Xbox confirms new console is coming - but can it revive the brand?

Microsoft confirms development of Project Helix, a next-generation hybrid console playing Xbox and PC games, marking a strategic shift in the company's gaming approach.
Gadgets
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Just look at Ayaneo's absolute unit of a Windows gaming "handheld"

Ayaneo Next II is a massive 3.14-pound Windows gaming handheld with Ryzen AI Max+ 395 performance and a high-end 9.06-inch 2400×1504 OLED at up to 165 Hz.
Video games
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

MS exec: Microsoft's next console will play "Xbox and PC games"

Microsoft's next Xbox console, Project Helix, will play both Xbox and PC games, signaling a shift toward a Windows-based platform rather than maintaining a walled garden approach.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Next-Gen Xbox Codenamed Project Helix Will Play Your PC Games

Microsoft's new Xbox CEO announced Project Helix, the next-generation console that will play both Xbox and PC games with leading performance capabilities.
fromKotaku
2 months ago

UGREEN's 6-in-1 Steam Deck Dock Is Now the Cheapest Way to Upgrade Your Handheld Setup After a Deep Discount (Works With ROG Ally X, Legion Go, MacBook, and More) - Kotaku

The dock supports HDMI 2.1 output with up to 4K@120Hz, plus VRR, FreeSync, and G-Sync. It's made to deliver an incredibly smooth and immersive gaming or movie playback experience without screen tearing or noticeable lag. You'll enjoy sharp, vibrant visuals on compatible displays for all your favorite titles. There's 100W PD 3.0 fast charging support, too. The Steam Deck dock delivers up to 85W to your host device,
Gadgets
Gadgets
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

Steam Reviews Will Now Let You Share What Hardware You Used To Run Games

Steam now lets users attach hardware specifications and optional anonymized framerate data to reviews via the Steam Beta Client, improving performance context for other users.
fromwww.gamespot.com
2 months ago

We Need Demos Now More Than Ever

There has been a demo renaissance in the last few years, and we couldn't be happier. Demos have been a part of video game history for a long time, but whether or not they've been good for sales has been up in the air for quite some time. Fortunately, in the last couple weeks we've gotten a Dragon Quest 7: Reimagined and Final Fantasy 7 demo for Switch 2.
Video games
Video games
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Here's what Xbox is working on for 2026

Microsoft will mark Xbox's 25th year in 2026 with new hardware and games, focusing on flagship franchises Forza, Halo, Fable, and Gears of War.
Video games
fromGame Informer
1 month ago

The Video Games You Should Play This Weekend - January 16

A rare lull before big releases lets players focus on live-service updates, classics, demos, and finishing 2025 games while offering weekend recommendations and a weekly recap.
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