This PS3 emulator just got official PC requirements, and they’re easy to meet

RPCS3’s official system requirements show PS3 emulation is far more accessible than expected, with even modest PCs and handheld devices capable of running many games at solid performance levels.

Paulo Vargas     April 8

This could be our first look at OnePlus’ upcoming gaming handheld

You’re doing yourself a serious disservice if you let this one slip by unnoticed.

Shimul Sood     April 8

Crimson Desert fans are running into a weird bloodthisty problem

After sinking well over 100 hours into Crimson Desert, some players are complaining that parts of the game world feel oddly quiet.

Vikhyaat Vivek     April 7

Sony is aggressively wiping out leech games to keep the PlayStation catalog tidy

From Jesus Simulator to Racing Car Chaos, Sony's latest PlayStation Store purge targets three publishers in a growing campaign against Trophy-farming shovelware.

Shikhar Mehrotra     April 7

Netflix has a new gaming app for kids that gets rid of ads and payments

Netflix just launched Playground, a free standalone gaming app for kids 8 and under with no ads, no in-app purchases, and characters from Peppa Pig, Sesame Street, and more.

M. Priyadarshini     April 6

Leaks suggest Xbox Cloud Gaming could bring back lost classics

Xbox Cloud Gaming leaks hint that classic and delisted games may return through cloud testing, signaling a broader push for backward compatibility across modern devices and future Xbox hardware.

Paulo Vargas     April 5

5 dead games I still can’t stop thinking about

Not every dead game deserves a eulogy, but these five still feel like unfinished conversations.

Vikhyaat Vivek     April 5

I highly recommend these 3 must-play games this weekend across the PS5, Xbox, and PC

Some weekends are for comfort, others are for chaos. This one? A bit of both. Whether it’s revisiting a gaming icon that defined an era, diving into a massively upgraded open-world epic, or trying out this generation’s cult classic title set to leave Game Pass soon, this lineup has range. 1. Tomb Raider I-III Remastered […]

Varun Mirchandani     April 4

PS6 might be closer than you think, and it’s not coming alone

New leaks suggest PS6 development is underway alongside a potential PlayStation handheld, and affordable pricing for gamers.

Varun Mirchandani     April 3

If you love indie games, there’s now a subscription service for these gems

Indie Pass is a new $6.99-a-month subscription service launching April 13 with over 70 indie titles on PC. Built by indie.io, it promises curated picks, a smart recommendation engine, and a fair revenue model for developers.

Manisha Priyadarshini     April 2

Steam survey shows Linux hitting an all-time high with gamers

Linux has climbed to an all-time high of 5.33% in Valve’s latest Steam survey, a milestone that underlines how far PC gaming on Linux has come.

Vikhyaat Vivek     April 2

PlayStation Plus April games bring big fights and retro favorites

PlayStation Plus April games deliver real variety, blending a tough action RPG, classic Tomb Raider remasters, and co-op action into a lineup that actually fits how you play across solo, nostalgic, and multiplayer sessions.

Paulo Vargas     April 2

Apple at 50: The Pippin was a flop in 1996, but I’m ready for Apple’s bold gaming bet in 2026

From the failed Pippin to AAA games on iPhones, Apple’s 50-year journey shows its gaming dreams weren’t wrong, just early. Now, the ecosystem might finally be ready.

Varun Mirchandani     April 1

The Asus Morph 96 Wireless gives you the custom keyboard feel without the DIY hassle

The Asus ROG Strix Morph 96 Wireless delivers a custom keyboard experience without the DIY hassle, featuring a gasket-mount design, foam damping, and hot-swappable switches for easy experimentation.

Pranob Mehrotra     March 30

Roblox now uses AI moderation to shut down harmful content before it reaches you

Roblox's new AI moderation system scans entire game scenes in real time, catching harmful content most older systems would have missed entirely, and is already shutting down 5,000 servers daily.

Manisha Priyadarshini     March 30

PUBG’s top-down experiment is over before it really got started

PUBG: Blindspot’s unusual top-down tactical hook won over part of its audience, but the game is still being shut down before it ever reaches a full release.

Vikhyaat Vivek     March 30

Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game comes out in July and it looks pretty slick

Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game launches July 2, bringing a stylish 2D fighter with elemental combat, cross-play, and a 12-character roster.

Varun Mirchandani     March 29

The PS5 has been my best investment in the last 6 years (because it actually went up in value)

The PS5 just got pricier, again. A 6-year-old console that appreciates in value? Here’s why gaming is becoming an expensive hobby.

Varun Mirchandani     March 29

After PS5 price hike, Xbox and Nintendo could be next

After Sony’s PS5 price hike, analysts warn Xbox and Nintendo could also raise console prices due to rising component costs and AI-driven demand.

Varun Mirchandani     March 28

Smash hit Hades 2 is finally coming to PlayStation and Xbox

After months of waiting, Hades II is finally coming to PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Game Pass on April 14.

Vikhyaat Vivek     March 27

Samsung is fixing a long-standing OLED monitor problem, and even rival brands are on board

Samsung has introduced a new QuantumBlack film for QD-OLED monitors that reduces reflections adn helps maintain deep blacks in bright environments.

Pranob Mehrotra     March 27

Sony announces price hikes for PS5, PS5 Pro, and PlayStation Portal

Sony has increased prices for the PS5, PS5 Pro, and PlayStation Portal, citing global economic pressures.

Moinak Pal     March 27

Forza Horizon 6 PC requirements are surprisingly forgiving for a modern AAA game

Forza Horizon 6 may look like a next-gen showcase, but its PC requirements suggest you won’t need a cutting-edge rig to play it.

Vikhyaat Vivek     March 26

Sony wants to mount your phone on a DualSense controller, and it could change how you game

Sony has patented a system that attaches your phone to a PlayStation controller and uses its cameras, gyroscope, and touchscreen as a secondary input device for a more immersive gaming experience.

Rachit Agarwal     March 26

CRKD’s cutesy keychain controller levels up gaming with TMR thumbsticks

The CRKD ATOM+ is a palm-sized Bluetooth controller with zero stick drift, full modern controls, and multi-platform support for Switch, PC, mobile, and more.

Rachit Agarwal     March 26

Nintendo might charge less for digital Switch games?

Nintendo will price Switch 2 digital games lower than physical copies, starting May 2026, reflecting lower distribution costs.

Varun Mirchandani     March 25

Xbox could make Game Pass cheaper, and even bundle it with Netflix

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma is reportedly exploring cheaper Game Pass tiers and a possible Netflix bundle, according to new reports.

Varun Mirchandani     March 24

After telling players to refund, Crimson Desert will support Intel Arc

Following backlash for excluding Intel Arc GPUs, Crimson Desert developers now say support and optimization are officially on the way.

Vikhyaat Vivek     March 23

AI frame generation is coming to the PS5 Pro

Sony plans AI-powered frame generation for future PlayStation updates

Moinak Pal     March 22

Why everyone hates NVIDIA DLSS 5 (but will love it eventually)

DLSS 5: from “next-gen magic” to “makeup filter gone rogue”. Hated today, inevitable tomorrow, as AI learns that vibes matter as much as pixels.

Varun Mirchandani     March 22

One of the best-value gaming laptops available right now: RTX 5070 Ti, 32GB RAM, OLED, Core Ultra 9 for $1,549

The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S is down to $1,549.99 at Best Buy, saving you $350 on a gaming laptop with an RTX 5070 Ti, Intel Core Ultra 9, 32GB of RAM, 240Hz OLED display, and a 1TB NVMe SSD.

Omair Khaliq Sultan     March 20

EU rules push Nintendo toward replaceable battery design for Switch 2

Nintendo reportedly planning repair-friendly Switch 2 revision

Moinak Pal     March 20

As Nvidia’s DLSS 5 attracts AI slop heat, Jensen Huang says gamers are completely wrong

Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang has pushed back on the recent backlash against DLSS 5, saying critics are "completely wrong" about the technology making games look like AI slop.

Pranob Mehrotra     March 18

Intel Arc update adds pre-compiled shaders to speed up game load times by up to 3x

Intel's latest Arc driver introduces its Graphics Shader Distribution Service, cutting first load times by up to 2x on Arc B-series GPUs.

Rachit Agarwal     March 18

PC parts prices are brutal right now, so this Skytech RX 9070 XT gaming desktop for $1,649 is worth a serious look

The Skytech Gaming O11V is down to $1,649 at Best Buy, saving you $230 on a prebuilt gaming PC with an AMD Ryzen 7 7700, RX 9070 XT, 32GB of memory, and a 1TB NVMe SSD.

Omair Khaliq Sultan     March 17