PlayStation 5 can technically be a CD-player, if you’ve got a tinkerer’s heart

The PS5 refuses to play standard CDs by design. But with a unique optical drive and a clever trick, a YouTuber managed to make the console recognise data discs as USB storage, unlocking access to music, videos, and photos.

Manisha Priyadarshini     November 27, 2025

I’ve played every major Zelda game, here’s what The Legend of Zelda movie needs to get right

As a longtime Legend of Zelda fan, I hope Wes Ball does Nintendo's game franchise justice with his live-action film.

A. Orlando     November 27, 2025

Your Xbox ecosystem just levelled up across every device

Xbox’s November update adds smarter AI tools, a wider Full Screen Experience rollout, and better cloud-gaming controls, giving your phone, PC and handheld a noticeable boost.

Varun Mirchandani     November 26, 2025

You may play Death Stranding 2 on PC sooner than you think

The PC edition of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach has been rated by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB), strongly suggesting a Windows release is coming. If history repeats itself, you might be playing the game on PC just months after the PS5 launch.

Varun Mirchandani     November 26, 2025

Your ROG Xbox Ally is about to do the tweaking for you

The ROG Xbox Ally now supports Default Game Profiles in preview, automatically matching frame-rate and power for 40+ games. That means smoother gameplay with less fiddling, and better battery life when you’re away from a wall socket.

Varun Mirchandani     November 25, 2025

Your feet can now cosplay as Xbox controllers, thanks to Crocs

Xbox and Crocs have teamed up to create a controller-inspired clog that brings gamer energy straight to your feet. With bold buttons, stick details and optional game-themed charms, this limited-edition drop is weird, wonderful and very Xbox.

Manisha Priyadarshini     November 25, 2025

Valve’s Steam Machine could cost you PC money, not console money

Valve has confirmed that its upcoming Steam Machine will be priced “in line with the current PC market” rather than being subsidised like traditional consoles. The move signals a shift in hardware strategy and sets new expectations for buyers.

Varun Mirchandani     November 23, 2025

Xbox consoles may face another price hike as RAM shortages bite

Microsoft is reportedly warning retail partners of another price increase for Xbox Series X and S consoles, prompted by severe global RAM and memory-chip shortages. The crunch is hitting harder than your usual supply issue.

Varun Mirchandani     November 22, 2025

Ubisoft teams up with Tencent, but the future of its biggest franchises is unclear

Ubisoft and Tencent have sealed a €4 billion deal to create “Vantage Studios”, giving Tencent a 26.3% economic stake while Ubisoft retains control. The move could reshape how big-game studios fund major titles, and what that means for your next Assassin’s Creed or Far Cry.

Varun Mirchandani     November 21, 2025

Teammates: Ubisoft’s AI experiment that could be gaming’s biggest leap in decades

Ubisoft has revealed Teammates, a playable generative-AI experiment where NPCs react, converse and fight alongside you in real time. It could redefine how we play games. However, it also comes with major caveats about control, creativity and community trust.

Varun Mirchandani     November 21, 2025

From desktop clutter to console mode: Xbox’s full-screen UI arrives on all Windows handhelds

The Xbox Full Screen Experience (FSE) is rolling out to Windows-based handhelds, giving older devices console-style UI and freeing up system resources for gamers. It’s not just about aesthetics, as both performance and battery life are on the line.

Varun Mirchandani     November 21, 2025

You can finally gift games on Epic Games Store and earn rewards for it

You can now gift games directly on the Epic Games Store, complete with custom messages, scheduled delivery and support for game editions and add-ons. Every gift also earns Epic Rewards, making it easier to surprise friends while stacking credit for your next purchase.

Manisha Priyadarshini     November 19, 2025

EA to skip F1 26 and pivot to a full reboot in 2027

EA SPORTS is shelving its usual yearly release of F1 26, instead offering a paid 2026 season expansion for F1 25. Additionally, it's promising a completely reimagined F1 game in 2027 to raise the bar for sim racing.

Varun Mirchandani     November 19, 2025

AMD & Nvidia may slash their budget-GPU lineup and here’s why

Rising memory prices are putting serious pressure on GPU makers, and the budget graphics-card segment may be the first casualty. AMD and Nvidia are reportedly considering cuts that could reshape the entry-level market.

Varun Mirchandani     November 19, 2025

Roblox is updating chat rules with a simple age check keeps you playing

Roblox will soon require facial age verification for all chat features, enforcing age-based communication groups and introducing major safety upgrades to protect younger users globally.

Moinak Pal     November 18, 2025

Here’s why it’s hard to buy the ROG Xbox Ally X, and why that’s actually a good thing

The ROG Xbox Ally X is already in short supply despite its $999 price and niche category — but that’s not a disaster. In fact, it’s a strong signal: demand has out-paced ASUS’s expectations, suggesting the market for high-end handheld gaming PCs is real.

Varun Mirchandani     November 17, 2025

Your Radeon RX 9000 gets FSR Redstone first in Black Ops 7

AMD says FSR Redstone lands in Black Ops 7 tomorrow on Radeon RX 9000, pairing ray regeneration with machine learning frame generation. It’s a high-profile testbed for smoother motion and sharper visuals in live matches.

Paulo Vargas     November 14, 2025

Netflix puts Red Dead Redemption in your pocket with Undead Nightmare

What’s happened? Red Dead Redemption is coming to mobile as part of the Netflix Games catalog, giving subscribers a console-era classic on their phones. The 2010 Western and its Undead Nightmare expansion are both bundled in. This is important because: Netflix is not just padding its games tab, it is dropping one of Rockstar’s most […]

Paulo Vargas     November 14, 2025

Android games are coming to Steam, starting with the Frame VR headset

Valve brings Android and VR apps to SteamOS, marking a major step toward cross-platform gaming with its new Arm-powered Steam Frame headset.

Shikhar Mehrotra     November 13, 2025

Steam Machine wants to ease gaming, but you have a long wait ahead for the real win

Valve is trying to ease the PC gaming experience in a lot of ways with the Steam Machine. But it's true potential lies further in the future, and at the whim of PC gaming labels.

Nadeem Sarwar     November 12, 2025

Valve’s Steam Frame is an all-in one headset for VR, PC games, and streaming

Valve has unveiled the Steam Frame, a standalone wireless VR headset designed to stream games from your PC or run titles natively, all built around SteamOS. With dual 2160×2160 displays per eye, inside-out tracking, and zero base-stations needed, it marks Valve’s biggest hardware push yet.

Varun Mirchandani     November 12, 2025

Valve’s new Steam Machine finally brings PC power to the couch

Valve has officially launched the new Steam Machine: a compact, SteamOS-powered gaming box that claims to deliver more than six times the horsepower of a Steam Deck. Paired with a revamped Steam Controller, it’s Valve’s stake in living-room gaming.

Varun Mirchandani     November 12, 2025

Grab the Logitech G309 Lightspeed Wireless Mouse for $49.99 While It Lasts

The Logitech G309 Lightspeed wireless gaming mouse is now $49.99, 44% off its regular price. Get high-speed precision, 300-hour battery life, and pro-grade features for less.

DT Staff     November 12, 2025

PlayStation brings PS5 to your desk with its first 27-inch monitor

Sony’s making a 27-inch PlayStation monitor for PS5-at-a-desk gaming. Expect 120 Hz on console, up to 240 Hz on PC, VRR, HDR tone mapping, and a built-in controller hook, launching in 2026.

Paulo Vargas     November 12, 2025

Skyrim fans, sit down: Elder Scrolls VI won’t drop anytime soon

Bethesda’s executive producer Todd Howard has reaffirmed that The Elder Scrolls VI remains “a long way off,” despite being announced in 2018. With most of the studio’s resources still tied up in other projects, the team says fans shouldn’t expect a release or major reveal anytime soon. It’s time to reset expectations.

Varun Mirchandani     November 11, 2025

Xbox dev becoming more Windows-like, prepping devs for the future of the console

Microsoft’s new Xbox dev kit leans into Windows-style tools so games line up across console, PC, and handhelds. The payoff for players, cleaner co-op, quicker patches, and saves that follow you wherever you play.

Paulo Vargas     November 11, 2025

The Razer Orochi V2 Gaming Mouse Is 51% Off and Down to Just $33.99

The Razer Orochi V2 Wireless Gaming Mouse is now just $33.99 (51% off), offering lightweight design, long battery life, and pro-level performance at a budget price.

DT Staff     November 10, 2025

Operation: Infinite is Halo Infinite’s farewell tour

Halo Infinite is officially winding down. With Operation: Infinite arriving November 18, players get one last major update, complete with a 100-tier pass, XP boosts, and fresh cosmetics. All this, before the game shifts into long-term maintenance. No more new maps, no more big seasonal drops; Halo Studios is now focusing on the franchise’s future. If you’ve been waiting to jump back in, this is the moment.

Varun Mirchandani     November 8, 2025

ASUS TUF Gaming RTX 5060 Ti Price Drops to $399.99, Making It Finally Worth the Buy

The ASUS TUF Gaming RTX 5060 Ti is now $399.99 (26% off). Once overpriced, this powerful midrange GPU is finally a solid value for gamers looking to upgrade.

DT Staff     November 7, 2025

GTA 6 needs “more polish,” so you’ll wait… again

GTA 6 has been pushed back once again — this time to November 19, 2026. Rockstar says it needs extra time to deliver the level of polish fans expect, meaning players will have to wait nearly six more months beyond the previous May date. It’s a frustrating delay for one of the most anticipated games ever, but if history tells us anything, more time in the oven could mean a smoother, better launch when it finally lands.

Varun Mirchandani     November 6, 2025

PlayStation Portal gets cloud streaming today, no PS5 required

Cloud gaming just became way more real on Sony’s handheld. The PlayStation Portal now supports streaming your digitally owned PS5 games through the cloud, meaning you no longer need your console powered on at home to play. With wider game access, smoother streaming, and smarter connectivity, this update transforms the Portal from a niche remote-play gadget into a genuinely useful travel-friendly PS5 companion.

Varun Mirchandani     November 5, 2025

Your Steam Deck can now download games with screen off to save battery

Valve just rolled out display-off downloads for the Steam Deck, meaning your games and updates can now install while the screen stays dark. It’s a small change with big impact: less battery drain, fewer heat spikes, and no more staring at a progress bar when you just want to play. Leave it overnight and wake up ready to game.

Manisha Priyadarshini     November 5, 2025

Preload Black Ops 7 on PC today, check your specs, play at midnight

Preload hits November 10 and the PC build unlocks the evening of November 13 on the West Coast. With storage, drivers, and security handled now, you are set to dial in frames and jump straight into a match.

Paulo Vargas     November 5, 2025

AMD backtracks, your older Radeon cards keep game optimizations with new drivers

AMD walked back confusion around "maintenance mode" and confirmed RX 5000 and RX 6000 cards still get day-one game support. Two driver branches stay, but launch-day profiles, stability updates, and security fixes continue.

Paulo Vargas     November 4, 2025