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PlayStation Plus ends PS4 monthly games as PS5-only era begins
PlayStation Plus is entering a structural shift that marks the end of how the subscription service has operated for more than a decade. Beginning January 2026, the Essential tier of…
How perks and new heroes reshaped Overwatch 2 in 2025
When Overwatch 2 launched in 2022, it struggled to justify its existence beyond surface-level changes. The shift to a new format, a small batch of heroes, and balance adjustments did…
Minas Tirith could become one of Lego’s largest Lord of the Rings sets
A large-scale Lego set based on Minas Tirith, the fortified city from The Lord of the Rings, is rumored to be arriving next summer with a price tag that puts…
Ayaneo’s Pocket Vert targets retro fans with a $269 early bird price
Ayaneo is continuing its push into retro-inspired handhelds with the Pocket Vert, a vertically oriented gaming device that draws clear visual inspiration from the original Game Boy while aiming for…
Ubisoft shuts down Rainbow Six Siege servers after major account breach
Ubisoft has taken Rainbow Six Siege offline and begun rolling back player accounts following a security breach that disrupted the game’s economy and account systems across all platforms. The shutdown…
How the Switch 2 found its footing by refusing to play it safe
Following a console as successful as the original Nintendo Switch was always going to be an uncomfortable exercise. Nintendo entered the second half of the 2010s in recovery mode after…
Neon lights, cracked bones, and unfinished business: Yakuza Kiwami remains timeless on Switch 2
TL;DR: A smooth 60fps Switch 2 port of Yakuza Kiwami that plays great handheld, keeps the soul of the series intact, and proves Kiryu belongs everywhere—even in your backpack. I…
The best 20 games of 2025, according to my sleep tracker, my coffee intake, and poor life choices
Alright, end-of-year rituals are a sacred thing, and mine is always the same. I boot up my console or PC, scroll through a backlog so bloated it could legally qualify…
007: First Light delayed to May 2026 as IO Interactive prioritizes polish
007: First Light has been delayed by two months and will now launch on May 27, 2026, according to an update from IO Interactive. The studio shared the news via social media,…
How Bigo Live is building the future of MENA’s creator-driven gaming universe
As the MENA region’s gaming scene explodes, the narrative is shifting from passive viewership to active creation. The days of simply watching a stream are being replaced by a vibrant,…
Cyberpunk 2077 closes out 2025 with a final official collaboration
More than five years after its original launch, Cyberpunk 2077 is closing out 2025 with what appears to be its final official release, underscoring the game’s unusually long post-launch life.…
Lego Batman Legacy of the Dark Knight launches with early access deluxe edition
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is set to launch on May 29, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, marking the first new Lego Batman…
Indie Game Awards revoke Game of the Year win over AI usage
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has lost a recent Game of the Year honor after organizers determined that the title violated award rules related to generative artificial intelligence. The decision was announced…
Every major anime and manga announcement revealed during Jump Festa 2026
Jump Festa 2026 offered one of the most densely packed announcement slates the event has delivered in recent years, with a clear emphasis on scheduling transparency, production structure, and narrative…
Kim Kardashian leads Fortnite skin charts, somehow surprising no one
Against all expectations and arguably all logic, Kim Kardashian is now the most popular skin in Fortnite this season, and not by a slim margin. According to usage data, she…
Cyberpunk 2077 returns in 2026 through a tabletop adaptation
Despite its well-documented launch problems, Cyberpunk 2077 has gradually rebuilt its reputation through patches, system overhauls, and a more stable long-term player base. While the game’s initial release remains a…
Sektori review: when a twin-stick shooter becomes a test of nerves, skill, and obsession
TL;DR: Sektori is a brutally hard, visually stunning twin-stick shooter with incredible music and deep systems. It won’t hold your hand, but if you stick with it, it’s one of…
Steam Replay 2025 is live with a detailed look at your gaming year
Steam Replay 2025 is now live, offering players a detailed breakdown of how they spent their time on the platform over the past year. First introduced by Valve in late…