Discord Nitro now includes Xbox Game Pass as a freebie

Discord Nitro now comes with Xbox Game Pass Starter Edition, making it a more tempting option for users who spend most of their time gaming with friends.

Sudhanshu Kumar Mangalam     May 11

Nintendo has apparently blocked a workaround for watching YouTube on the Switch 2

Switch 2 users found a clever trick to watch YouTube through a hidden browser. Nintendo blocked it within hours, even when there is still no official streaming app nearly a year after launch.

Rachit Agarwal     May 11

Forza Horizon 6’s leaked Steam preload build is already spreading online

Forza Horizon 6 has reportedly leaked through Steam preload files, putting a 155GB build online just days before launch.

Sudhanshu Kumar Mangalam     May 11

Nintendo is raising Switch 2 price in the US, but there’s still time left to snag one for less

Nintendo confirmed that the Switch 2 will rise from $449.99 to $499.99 in the US from September 1, alongside price hikes in Europe, Canada, and Japan.

Shikhar Mehrotra     May 8

GTA 6’s production budget sounds so astronomical you will have a hard time believing it

Analysts are estimating that GTA 6 could cost between $1 billion and $1.5 billion, making it one of gaming’s most expensive projects ever.

Vikhyaat Vivek     May 7

Mortal Kombat isn’t done ripping spines out yet

Ed Boon says NetherRealm is pursuing another Mortal Kombat game after Mortal Kombat 1, but the studio still hasn’t revealed a title, release window, platforms, or roster details.

Paulo Vargas     May 7

The Desktop Paradox: I finally understand why gamers hesitate before going OLED

OLED looks perfect, so why isn’t it on your desk? Exploring burn-in fears, MiniLED trade-offs, and why gamers are still torn.

Varun Mirchandani     May 6

Valve’s sold-out Steam Controller just became a modder’s playground

Valve has released Steam Controller CAD files under a Creative Commons license, giving modders a way to create custom shells and accessories while stock remains limited.

Vikhyaat Vivek     May 6

Xbox CEO scraps Copilot AI for consoles to refocus the platform on gameplay-first experiences

Microsoft has canceled Xbox Copilot AI development for consoles and mobile, as CEO Asha Sharma shifts focus toward player experience and core platform improvements.

Varun Mirchandani     May 5

The next Call of Duty title will test the loyalty (and wallet) of PS4 players

Activision just confirmed the next Call of Duty is not being developed for PS4, ending years of cross-gen support and putting PS4 holdouts in a tough spot as the PS6 timeline looks increasingly uncertain.

Sudhanshu Kumar Mangalam     May 5

Xbox Game Pass May 2026 lineup is here and it’s massive with Forza Horizon 6 and DOOM leading the way

Xbox Game Pass has confirmed 13 new games for May 2026, featuring big day one titles like Forza Horizon 6, Mixtape, and Subnautica 2.

Manisha Priyadarshini     May 5

GTA 6 release deadline has a human cost, which isn’t unusual for the gaming industry

New reports from inside Rockstar Games suggest the push to deliver Grand Theft Auto VI is taking a toll on employees, with claims of unpaid overtime, late-night shifts, and tight deadlines.

Sudhanshu Kumar Mangalam     May 4

LG’s latest decadent gaming monitor is a 45-inch OLED beauty that pushes 330Hz at 5K

LG’s UltraGear 45GX950B adds AI features like upscaling and scene optimization while keeping the same OLED panel and core specs as its predecessor.

Moinak Pal     May 2

Xbox mode is landing on all Windows PCs, bringing a full-screen experience

Xbox mode is rolling out to Windows 11 PCs, laptops, and tablets, bringing a controller-friendly, full-screen gaming experience to more players than ever.

Rachit Agarwal     April 30

Xbox Ally X gets its own DLSS-rivaling frame upscaling tech, among other updates

Xbox rolled out Auto SR preview for the ROG Xbox Ally X, an OS-level AI upscaler that works on any DirectX 11 or 12 game without developer support.

Shikhar Mehrotra     April 30

Sony patent hints at a game system that adjusts difficulty based on how badly you suck at it

A newly surfaced Sony patent outlines an AI system that could monitor player emotions and dynamically adjust game difficulty in real-time.

Vikhyaat Vivek     April 30

The next Grand Theft Auto will not cost a bomb, after all, as Take-Two CEO talks GTA 6

Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick has all but ruled out a super-premium price tag for GTA 6, insisting the game's cost will feel "very reasonable."

Shimul Sood     April 30

PlayStation wants to see your papers before you party chat

PlayStation’s new age checks may protect younger users, though players are not thrilled about handing over a phone number, face scan, or ID just to keep party chat alive.

Sudhanshu Kumar Mangalam     April 29

PlayStation’s new 30-day DRM check is a step backwards for gamers

A 30-day online DRM check for PlayStation digital games is sparking backlash, with players worried about losing access to purchased titles if they stay offline.

Vikhyaat Vivek     April 29

This OnePlus controller turns your phone into a handheld, if you can actually get it

OnePlus has unveiled a new gaming controller for the Ace 6 Ultra that adds physical triggers and ergonomic grips, but it’s currently limited to China.

Vikhyaat Vivek     April 29

Steam Deck 2 wishlist: what I want in the next-gen model

Valve already has the best handheld foundation around, so the new Steam Deck 2 just needs smarter upgrades in the places that matter most.

Vikhyaat Vivek     April 28

Logitech’s new G512 X gaming keyboard matches peak performance with deep customization

Logitech’s latest gaming keyboard gives PC players more ways to tweak, tune, and show off their setup, right down to how each key responds.

Sudhanshu Kumar Mangalam     April 28

Valve confirms Steam Deck 2 development is at full pace, but wont say anything else

Valve says Steam Deck 2 development is moving at full pace, but the company is still holding back details as it waits for a meaningful hardware leap.

Vikhyaat Vivek     April 28

Microsoft warns the AI RAMmageddon could raise the price of Xbox Project Helix

Xbox's next console is shaping up to be the most honest disappointment in gaming history — Asha Sharma will look you dead in the eye, tell you it's going to cost a lot, and somehow still make you root for her. The RAMmageddon was always coming. Turns out, it just decided to set up camp in your wallet.

Shimul Sood     April 28

Valve officially reveals the Steam Controller, alongside its sticker price and release date

After weeks of leaks, Valve has finally made its new hardware official: the new Steam Controller launches May 4 at $99.

Vikhyaat Vivek     April 27

Toyota made a gaming chair that is probably more expensive than your gaming rig

Toyota turned the front seat of its Crown car into a wildly luxurious desk chair with heating, ventilation, powered adjustments, and a USB-C port where the seat belt buckle should be. The price? Nearly $3,500.

Sudhanshu Kumar Mangalam     April 27

Yet another Steam Controller leak predicts an imminent launch for Valve’s next-gen hardware

A pulled review and fresh listings are stacking up, and all signs point to Valve’s new controller arriving very soon.

Vikhyaat Vivek     April 27

Turtle Beach put a controls display on its Command Series MC7 gaming mouse

Turtle Beach’s Command Series MC7 turns the gaming mouse into a mini control center with a built-in touch display for DPI, macros, audio, apps, and streaming controls.

Sudhanshu Kumar Mangalam     April 26

The upcoming Steam Controller just got a price leak treatment, and oh boy!

A YouTuber uploaded a video too early, and the Steam Controller’s $99.99 price slipped out. The video vanished fast, but not before the internet caught it.

Sudhanshu Kumar Mangalam     April 26

I’m rocking the original Switch in 2026. It just works because everything else got complicated

Nintendo’s original Switch is weaker than today’s handhelds, but in 2026, its simplicity feels less like a weakness and more like the whole point.

Paulo Vargas     April 25

Xbox Game Pass could get more pocket-friendly with Discord tie-up

Discord Nitro subscribers may soon get access to an Xbox Game Pass Starter Edition bundle with over 50 games and limited cloud streaming.

Vikhyaat Vivek     April 24

Microsoft Gaming is dead, long live Xbox

Microsoft drops the “Microsoft Gaming” name and rebrands back to Xbox, signaling a renewed focus on player engagement, hardware, and a unified gaming ecosystem.

Varun Mirchandani     April 23

Control Ultimate Edition just landed on iPhone and iPad, and I highly recommend it

Control Ultimate Edition has arrived on iPhone and iPad with a mobile-specific interface, touch controls, and universal purchase support, and it remains one of the easiest action games to recommend.

Vikhyaat Vivek     April 23

Monitors are no longer simple upgrades. Here’s what’s changing

Monitor technology is evolving beyond simple upgrades. From OLED improvements and ultra-high refresh rates to emerging 6K displays, here’s what’s actually changing and why it matters.

Sam Buckingham     April 22

Razer just made the world’s thinnest glass mouse mat, and your wrists will thank you

Razer's Atlas Pro is the world's thinnest glass gaming mouse mat at just 1.9mm, and it's designed to make your gaming setup feel more comfortable.

Rachit Agarwal     April 22

Xbox Game Pass just got cheaper, and I’m not complaining about the pivot it comes with

Xbox Game Pass gets cheaper but drops Call of Duty day-one access. Smart reset or value loss? Here’s what changed, why it matters, and how gamers are reacting.

Varun Mirchandani     April 21

Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced finally gets a showcase date

Ubisoft has confirmed a Worldwide Reveal Showcase for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced. The event is expected to bring a cinematic trailer, gameplay footage, and a release date.

Manisha Priyadarshini     April 20

Intel’s secret handheld chips might just give AMD a run for its money

Two unreleased Intel chips built for handheld gaming consoles have leaked online, and they could be exactly what the handheld gaming market has been waiting for.

Rachit Agarwal     April 20