Crypto News: RTX Token Launch Set, But What Does It Mean for Gamers?
New cryptocurrency Remittix announces November 24 RTX launch while Ethereum and Dogecoin make waves in the crypto market.
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Industry & Market
Free Games
Free Giveaway: Win a Steam Key for Express Car Wash Simulator
Enter for a chance to win a free Steam copy of Express Car Wash Simulator in this ongoing giveaway contest.
Industry & Market
Major AI Companies Pledge Self-Regulation in Washington Summit
Leaders from Google, Meta, OpenAI, Nvidia and others signed a commitment to develop AI safely without heavy-handed government rules.
Hardware & PC
NVIDIA RTX 60 series might be delayed until 2028, opening doors for AMD
Rumors suggest NVIDIA could push its RTX 60 series GPUs to 2028, potentially giving AMD a major advantage in the graphics card market.
Hardware & PC
Steam Frame: Valve's New VR Headset Sparks Debate on VR's Direction
Valve's rumored Steam Frame VR headset has the community wondering if it represents innovation or signals trouble for virtual reality gaming.
Free Games
Loot To Forge codes for September 2026: How to get free rewards
Active codes for Loot To Forge this month and a quick guide on how to redeem them in the game.
Industry & Market
Microsoft CEO Reaffirms Xbox Focus on PC and Console Publishing
Microsoft's CEO emphasizes Xbox's dual strategy as both a strong publisher and platform provider across PC and console ecosystems.
Industry & Market
Resident Evil Requiem sells just 8.6% on Xbox, analysis shows
New sales data reveals Xbox accounted for less than 9% of Resident Evil Requiem's total sales across platforms.
Industry & Market
Rockstar's $430 GTA 6 Collector's Box Doesn't Include the Game
The Goodtime State Vice City collection costs a fortune and comes without a copy of GTA 6. Here's what you actually get for your money.
Releases
Thief 2 Remastered Gets Name Change to Thief 2 Gold
The upcoming remaster of the classic stealth game is now officially called Thief 2 Gold instead of Thief 2 Remastered.
Industry & Market
Quake Champions Now Behind Paywall on Xbox After Restructuring
The free-to-play arena shooter Quake Champions has been paywalled on Xbox following recent restructuring changes to the platform.
Updates & Patches
Warframe's Iceblade of Narin Update Brings New Ice Frame
Digital Extremes releases the Iceblade of Narin update for Warframe, introducing a new female Ice-themed Warframe.
Industry & Market
Apple's A20 Pro GPU Beats Own Claims, 50% Faster in Gaming Tests
New benchmarks show Apple's A20 Pro chip performs even better than advertised, delivering major improvements in demanding games.
Hardware & PC
RTX 5070 Ti gaming laptop at $1,399 on Walmart: solid deal alert
Walmart is selling an RTX 5070 Ti gaming laptop for $1,399, a competitive price for this level of hardware right now.
Industry & Market
Roblox Sees Growth Boost from Strong Player Engagement in 2026
The gaming platform reports positive momentum as user engagement metrics and product updates drive optimism about its future performance.
Industry & Market
Steam Frame: What We Know About Valve's Mystery Project
Valve appears to be working on something called Steam Frame. Here's what's been revealed so far about this mysterious new project.
Hardware & PC
Honor announces compact gaming PC with Nvidia RTX Spark GPU
Honor's new mini PC packs Nvidia's RTX Spark graphics into a 2-liter chassis, positioning itself as a Mac Studio alternative for gamers.
Hardware & PC
Razer Tartarus V2 Pro: new gaming keypad with 8000 Hz polling
Razer's new Tartarus V2 Pro keypad brings 8000 Hz HyperPolling, 31 programmable keys, and an adjustable wrist rest for competitive gamers.
Releases
WoW: Forever Beta Hits Hour-Long Queues, Just Like 2004
Players trying the highly anticipated World of Warcraft: Forever beta are facing hour-long queue times reminiscent of the original launch.
Industry & Market
Roblox 20 Event: The Hunt Returns to the Platform
Roblox celebrates its 20th anniversary with The Hunt event, bringing challenges and rewards across multiple games on the platform.
Free Games
Overlooked Steam Puzzle Fighter Now Free to Keep Forever
A hidden gem puzzle fighter on Steam is currently available for free to claim and keep permanently in your library.
Hardware & PC
RTX Appoints Jill Albertelli as Pratt & Whitney President in 2027
Jill Albertelli will take over as president of Pratt & Whitney in January 2027, replacing retiring Shane Eddy at the aerospace company.
Industry & Market
Rising Prices Push 40% of Gamers to Cancel Their Subscriptions
A new survey shows that over 40% of gamers dropping Xbox Game Pass, PS Plus, and Switch Online cite increasing costs as the main reason.
Hardware & PC
Valve's Steam Frame priced at $1,059, targeting PC VR enthusiasts
Valve's new Steam Frame VR headset comes with a premium $1,059 price tag aimed at high-end PC virtual reality users.
Hardware & PC
Framework refunds laptop buyers while Nintendo offers a sale
Two companies take different approaches to customer appreciation: Framework issues refunds, Nintendo launches a thank-you sale.
Hardware & PC
Yunzii AL98 PRO: New Wireless Aluminum Keyboard for Gaming & Work
The Yunzii AL98 PRO brings a full aluminum build, 8K polling rate, hot-swap PCB, and massive battery life in a compact 96% layout.
Deals & Promos
Nintendo Switch gets surprise discount from tariff refunds
Nintendo is passing savings from tariff-related refunds to customers with a limited-time Switch sale.
Releases
Until Dawn 2 Pre-Orders Now Live at $50 for PS5
PlayStation's next exclusive horror game Until Dawn 2 is available for pre-order at $50, undercutting the standard $70 price tag.
Releases
Fable: Playground Games Shares New Details on Albion Reboot
Playground Games reveals fresh info on the upcoming Fable reboot, covering combat, story, and the reimagined world of Albion.
Releases
New Metroidvania on Steam Mixes Dead Cells with Mexican Culture
A fresh Metroidvania title on Steam combines Dead Cells-style action with vibrant Mexican folklore and aesthetics.
Free Games
Best PlayStation Plus Games of 2026 So Far
A look at the standout titles that have landed on PlayStation Plus throughout 2026, from big releases to hidden gems.
Industry & Market
Gaming Tournament with $1.2M Prize Pool Coming to AMC Theaters
A major esports championship with a massive prize pool will be broadcast live at 50 AMC theater locations across the country.
Free Games
Highly-Rated Game Goes Free on Steam This September 9
Steam users can grab a critically acclaimed title at no cost on September 9. Here's what you need to know about this giveaway.
Industry & Market
Nintendo Fixes Switch 2 Server Bug That Banned Players by Mistake
A server-side issue accidentally blocked some Switch 2 owners from online play. Nintendo is working on a fix.
Industry & Market
Microsoft Ends Unlimited Xbox Cloud Gaming, Adds Streaming Caps
Xbox Cloud Gaming will no longer be unlimited as Microsoft introduces time or session limits for Game Pass subscribers in 2026.
Releases
PS5 Exclusive RPG Gets Release Window Announcement
A PlayStation 5 console exclusive RPG has received its release date window, bringing new hope to fans waiting for this intriguing title.
Releases
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation gets April 2027 release date
The final chapter of the FF7 remake trilogy launches April 8, 2027, simultaneously on PS5, Xbox, Switch 2, and PC.
Hardware & PC
China's Chip Tech Lags 10 Years Behind ASML, Says UBS Report
A new analysis reveals China's semiconductor manufacturing technology is roughly a decade behind the industry leader, complicating future chip production.
Deals & Promos
Nintendo Switch Pro Controller Available Like-New on Amazon Resale
Amazon's resale program is offering like-new Nintendo Switch Pro Controllers at a discount for budget-conscious gamers.
Industry & Market
Cyberpunk 2077 Leaving Xbox Game Pass Soon
CD Projekt Red's dystopian RPG will be removed from Xbox Game Pass in the coming weeks.
Releases
Evangelion VR Game Gets First Public Demo in San Francisco This Month
EVANGELION: Δ CROSS REFLECTIONS will be playable for the first time on September 25 in San Francisco. Here's how to sign up.
Releases
First-Person Soulslike Blends Elden Ring and Dishonored on Steam
A new action RPG on Steam is mixing Soulslike combat with first-person immersive sim mechanics, and it looks promising.
Hardware & PC
Steam Deck Gets Smaller with New Compact Generator Designs
Valve's handheld gaming PC could see new compact steam generator technology that makes it even more portable for gamers on the go.
Releases
GTA 6 map is twice the size of GTA 5, 80 hours to beat
Rockstar confirms GTA 6's world is double the size of GTA 5 and will take around 80 hours to complete the main story.
Releases
Ananta Gets January Release Date After 17M Pre-Registrations
The free-to-play anime open-world RPG finally announces its launch window following massive player interest.
Industry & Market
Blue Dragon Gets Unofficial PC Port After 20 Years on Xbox 360
Fan-made recompilation brings the classic JRPG to PC with unlocked framerate, 4K support, and mod capabilities.
Industry & Market
Preserving Old Games Is Like Archaeological Work, Says Publisher
SNEG reveals the intense process behind restoring classic PC games, from tracking down original developers to rebuilding ancient engines.
Industry & Market
Preserving Old Games Is Like Restoring Ancient Art, Says SNEG
The challenge of bringing retro games back involves tracking down developers, reverse-engineering old engines, and meticulous restoration work.
Industry & Market
PlayStation Owners Criticize Sony's Digital Licensing Rules
Sony is facing backlash from PlayStation users over its digital content licensing policies and what they mean for game ownership.
Hardware & PC
Samsung's Exynos 2700 Beats Qualcomm in Internal Tests
Samsung's upcoming Exynos 2700 chip reportedly outperforms Qualcomm's next Snapdragon processor in the company's own benchmark tests.
Hardware & PC
Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 Beta Pushes RTX 5090 to the Limit
The upcoming CoD beta is demanding nearly 21GB of VRAM at 4K on high-end hardware, signaling a new era of graphics requirements.
Industry & Market
Epic Games Veteran Ben Board Named CEO of The Performance Guys
Former Epic Games leader Ben Board takes the helm at The Performance Guys, a CodeDev Group studio focused on game development support.
Free Games
RuneScape: Dragonwilds hits Xbox Game Pass on September 15
The latest RuneScape expansion is coming to Xbox Game Pass subscribers in just a few weeks.
Updates & Patches
STALKER 2 Gets Up to 30% FPS Boost on RTX 50 GPUs After Update 2.0
The latest major patch for STALKER 2 brings significant performance improvements for NVIDIA's RTX 50 series graphics cards.
Industry & Market
PlayStation Reboots Horizon Hunters Gathering Amid Live-Service Woes
Sony's multiplayer Horizon game is getting a fresh start as the company continues to struggle with its live-service ambitions.
Releases
PS5 Shooter Remaster Gets Release Date and Modern Upgrades
A classic PlayStation shooter is getting the remaster treatment on PS5 with enhanced visuals and modern improvements.
Releases
Starsand Island Launches on Nintendo Switch 2
The cozy life sim Starsand Island is now available on Nintendo Switch 2, bringing relaxing island vibes to the new console.
Hardware & PC
Crucial Offers $259 Refund for $1,800 RAM Kit After Warranty Drama
A Reddit user exposed Crucial's warranty practices after being offered a tiny refund for a high-end 128GB DDR5 RAM kit that currently costs $1,800.
Hardware & PC
Defense Stocks Rise, But What Does That Mean for PC Gamers?
Missile production is boosting defense contractors like RTX and Lockheed, but the impact on PC hardware supply chains is worth watching.
Hardware & PC
Newegg's GPU Trade-In Program Offers Fair Prices, Not Premium
Newegg's official GPU trade-in program is now live, offering fair market value rather than top dollar for your old graphics cards.
Deals & Promos
Nakana.io Closing Down with Nintendo Switch Games at 10 Cents
The digital game store Nakana.io is shutting down and offering Nintendo Switch games for as little as 10 cents in a final clearance sale.
Releases
Palworld Finally Arrives on PlayStation in 2026
The creature-collecting survival game Palworld has made its way to PlayStation consoles, expanding beyond its PC and Xbox release.
Industry & Market
Roblox Under Federal Investigation Over Child Safety Concerns
U.S. Senators have launched an investigation into Roblox after thousands of reports alleging abuse on the platform surfaced.
Hardware & PC
Startup Trained an AI Model in Space Using NVIDIA H100 GPU
Starcloud successfully trained the first large language model in orbit, 500km above Earth, using gaming-grade hardware.
Hardware & PC
What Nvidia GPU matches the PlayStation 5's performance?
If you're building a PC and wondering which Nvidia card delivers PS5-level gaming, here's what you need to know.
Free Games
Genshin Impact Codes for August 2026: Free Primogems and More
Get the latest Genshin Impact codes for August 2026 and claim free Primogems, Mora, and other rewards with Version 7.0.
Hardware & PC
Iqunix EC75 HE Gaming Keyboard Now Available for $179.99
The 75% Hall effect keyboard with 8 kHz polling rate is finally on sale after being showcased earlier this year.
Hardware & PC
Nvidia is raffling a custom RTX 5080 for Gears of War: E-Day
Nvidia launches another giveaway for an RTX 5080 graphics card, this time with a special Gears of War: E-Day themed design.
Deals & Promos
Grand strategy classic with 92% positive reviews now under $5
A beloved economic grand strategy game with overwhelming positive reviews is available for less than $5 on Steam right now.
Industry & Market
Nintendo Launches Animal Crossing Item Keychains
Nintendo is releasing a new line of keychains based on iconic items from the Animal Crossing series.
Releases
Horse Magnifier is Steam's weirdest new game, and yes, it's real
A new Steam game lets you do exactly what the title promises: magnify horses. That's it, that's the game.
Industry & Market
Xbox Teases The Elder Scrolls VI Subtitle Coming Soon
After years of waiting, Xbox hints that we might finally learn the official subtitle for The Elder Scrolls VI in the near future.
Updates & Patches
Oblivion Remastered Gets First Patch on Nintendo Switch 2
Bethesda releases Patch 1.0 for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered on Nintendo Switch 2, addressing early issues.
Deals & Promos
Award-Winning 2023 Adventure Game Now Under $10 on PlayStation Store
A critically acclaimed adventure game from 2023 is currently available for less than $10 on the PlayStation Store.
Industry & Market
Blizzard Now Microsoft's Top Gaming Studio After Xbox Acquisition
The studio behind Diablo, Overwatch, and Warcraft has become the best-performing team in Microsoft's gaming division.
Industry & Market
Light No Fire almost had a bigger reveal, Sean Murray explains why
Hello Games founder shares why he scaled back the original marketing plans for Light No Fire after the 2023 teaser reaction.
Industry & Market
Nintendo Focuses on Software During Console Transition Year
Nintendo plans to lean heavily on new software releases as the company navigates its console transition period in 2026.
Industry & Market
PlayStation's Digital Store Still Lags Behind in 2025
Sony's refund policy and store features remain outdated as the company pushes harder toward a disc-less console future.
Releases
PS5 Horror Adventure Game Reveals Trailer and Release Date
A visually stunning horror adventure game for PS5 has unveiled its official trailer alongside a confirmed release date.
Industry & Market
Valve Warns Steam Deck Buyers: Watch Out for Scam Messages
After a security breach, Valve is alerting Steam Deck owners about potential phishing attempts from leaked customer data.
Guides & Tips
How to actually track PC game prices (and never overpay)
A practical guide to price history, all-time lows and the smartest way to buy PC games on Steam, Epic and GOG.
Free Games
Epic's free games, explained: how to claim and keep them forever
Everything about the Epic Games Store weekly free games: how the giveaway works, how to claim, and whether the games are really yours to keep.