Google Play is adding new paid and PC games, game trials, community posts, and more

The updates indicate that Google is focused on transforming Google Play into an enhanced gaming hub.

Microsoft confirms next-gen Xbox, codenamed Project Helix, will be powered by custom AMD SoC and feature ‘FSR Diamond’ — ‘Xbox Mode’ is also coming to Windows 11

The first official hardware details for Project Helix have been confirmed and Microsoft seems to be heavily leaning toward neural rendering, going as far as to unveil the next-gen FSR “Diamond” stack. Along with the AMD co…

Valve details new game verification system for upcoming Steam Frame and Steam Machine — 30 FPS at 1080p for Steam Frame Verified, same as Steam Deck

The Steam Machine is on track for launch this year despite component shortages setting Valve back. Hardware aside, the company has just provided a major update on the software side of things with new verified programs for …

‘Pokémon Pokopia’ is a game about rehabilitating a broken world — and I love it

The latest Pokémon game is a cozy life simulator like “Animal Crossing” or “Minecraft,” but in a way that feels more grounded to our actual world.

Future Games Show Spring Showcase announced for GDC — Baldur’s Gate 3 and LEGO Batman actors to host

This year’s Future Games Show Spring Showcase will take place during GDC, during which 40 games will be featured. The wide-ranging event is set to be broadcast across multiple platforms on March 12, starting at 4 pm ET (1 …

RPCS3 Emulator boasts over 1500 FPS on the Minecraft title screen — platform hails performance landmark, one frame rendered every 0.00064 seconds

The RPCS3 emulator team brags of immense optimization even as fans whine that many titles remain unplayable without the latest hardware.

EA lays off staff across Battlefield-related studios in “alignment” move as game bleeds players — billions in revenue and record sales figures not enough to save staff from the axe

EA has laid off staff across Battlefield-related studios in “alignment” move as the game continues to lose players, despite the most recent Battlefield 6 topping an estimated 20 million copies sold.

Sony takes aim at Steam with dynamic discounts on the PlayStation Store — new report claims over 150 games in 50+ regions are showing varying lower prices for some users

A new report from PSprices claims that Sony has been experimenting with cheaper prices on a variety of titles for certain users. Since November 2025, gamers in at least 68 regions have been getting personalized, discounted…

Palmer Luckey’s retro gaming venture seeks $1 billion valuation as FPGA-based Nintendo 64 clone launch nears — ModRetro’s M64 console plays original N64 cartridges, supports 4K resolution

Palmer Luckey is said to be in talks with investors to raise funds for ModRetro at a $1 billion valuation as the retro gaming company prepares to ship its second product.

Linux hacked onto a PS5 to turn Sony’s console into a Steam Machine — GTA V Enhanced Edition runs at 60 FPS on 1440pwith ray tracing

If Sony’s allegedly going to take away the ability to play its PlayStation exclusives on PC, you can rebel by converting the PS5 into a straight-up PC. That’s what Andy Nguyen, a security engineer, did by porting Linux ove…