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After Concord's flop, Sony admits its live-service plan 'is not entirely going smoothly' but says it will continue and learn from its mistakes
By Demi Williams published
Sony has admitted that its current live-service strategy "is not entirely going smoothly" following the disastrous launch of Concord.

Marvel Rivals Season 3.5 live build up: Blade release time, downtime, and our preview impressions leading up to launch
By Jake Green last updated
Here's our live coverage of the launch of Marvel Rivals Season 3.5. This includes info on start time, downtime, and Blade. Here's what you need to know.

Hollow Knight: Silksong was a no-show once again at the Nintendo Indie World Showcase, but here's everything else that was announced
By Demi Williams published
In case you missed it, here's everything that was announced during the latest Nintendo Indie World Showcase.
Latest Reviews

Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition review: the best Nintendo Switch 2 port yet
By Dashiell Wood published
Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition is the perfect Nintendo Switch 2 launch game: an ambitious port that shows what the console can do.

Joy-Con 2 review: good enough
By Rhys Wood published
The Joy-Con 2 controllers are much better than the originals, but I won’t be using them outside of handheld play.

Razer BlackShark V3 Pro ANC review: The best gaming headset gets better, thanks to active noise cancellation
By Phil Iwaniuk published
The Razer BlackShark V3 Pro is a high-end wireless gaming headset with ANC, dual-wireless connectivity, stealthy looks, and fantastic comfort.

Quersus ICOS.2 review: finally, an unconventional gaming chair – but it might not be worth the steep asking price
By Lewis Maddison published
The Quersus ICOS.2 has decided to do the gaming chair a little differently – but has its gamble paid off?
PC Gaming

Marvel Rivals Season 3.5 live build up: Blade release time, downtime, and our preview impressions leading up to launch
By Jake Green last updated
Here's our live coverage of the launch of Marvel Rivals Season 3.5. This includes info on start time, downtime, and Blade. Here's what you need to know.

Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4 launch: our coverage of the new season now that it's out
By Jake Green last updated
Coverage of the Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4 launch. This includes news on downtime, and my early impressions.

Mafia: The Old Country will have quality and performance modes on PS5 and Xbox and is officially confirmed to be PS5 Pro-enhanced
By Demi Williams published
Mafia: The Old Country will offer two performance modes on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and is officially PlayStation 5 Pro-enhanced.

Hell is Us is getting a free demo for PC and console ahead of the game's release
By Demi Williams published
A free demo for Rogue Factor's upcoming supernatural third-person action game Hell is Us has been announced.

Sci-fi, adrenaline-fueled FPS Metal Eden gets an official September release date alongside a new story trailer
By Demi Williams published
Reikon Games, the studio behind Ruiner, has announced that its next game, Metal Eden, will officially launch on September 2 for PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Nintendo

Hollow Knight: Silksong was a no-show once again at the Nintendo Indie World Showcase, but here's everything else that was announced
By Demi Williams published
In case you missed it, here's everything that was announced during the latest Nintendo Indie World Showcase.

Nintendo Indie World Showcase as it happened: everything announced at the Silksong-less stream
By Rhys Wood, Rob Dwiar last updated
Today's Indie World Showcase showed off new Switch and Switch 2 games coming soon.

This Switch OLED deal at Walmart is $200 lower than the price of a Switch 2 bundle – and you'll be able to play Silksong on it
By Rob Dwiar published
Even in the face of the Switch 2, this Nintendo Switch OLED deal at Walmart cannot be ignored.

Analyst warns that we're in the 'Wild West' of game prices - 'people still buy these games at these high price points'
By Dashiell Wood published
Don't expect uniform game prices any time soon, a prominent industry analyst has warned.

Kirby and the Forgotten Land's latest trailer reveals new levels, collectibles, and three new Mouthful Mode Transformations ahead of the game's Nintendo Switch 2 release
By Demi Williams published
Nintendo has released a new overview trailer for Kirby and the Forgotten Land – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World ahead of the game's release later this month.
Playstation

After Concord's flop, Sony admits its live-service plan 'is not entirely going smoothly' but says it will continue and learn from its mistakes
By Demi Williams published
Sony has admitted that its current live-service strategy "is not entirely going smoothly" following the disastrous launch of Concord.

Marvel Rivals Season 3.5 live build up: Blade release time, downtime, and our preview impressions leading up to launch
By Jake Green last updated
Here's our live coverage of the launch of Marvel Rivals Season 3.5. This includes info on start time, downtime, and Blade. Here's what you need to know.

Analyst warns that we're in the 'Wild West' of game prices - 'people still buy these games at these high price points'
By Dashiell Wood published
Don't expect uniform game prices any time soon, a prominent industry analyst has warned.

'Battlefield 3 and 4 were our strongest muses' – Battlefield 6 developer details the series' return to a gritty, modern setting
By Dashiell Wood published
We discuss the inspirations behind upcoming FPS Battlefield 6 with a Battlefield Studios developer.

Marvel Rivals Season 3.5: release date, Blade, and every Hero buff and nerf coming to the game
By Jake Green last updated
Here's when to expect Marvel Rivals Season 3.5, as well as some info on when the current season is set to end. Also, a look at recent changes to Team Ups, Competitive Mode, and more.
Xbox

Marvel Rivals Season 3.5 live build up: Blade release time, downtime, and our preview impressions leading up to launch
By Jake Green last updated
Here's our live coverage of the launch of Marvel Rivals Season 3.5. This includes info on start time, downtime, and Blade. Here's what you need to know.

Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4 launch: our coverage of the new season now that it's out
By Jake Green last updated
Coverage of the Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4 launch. This includes news on downtime, and my early impressions.

Analyst warns that we're in the 'Wild West' of game prices - 'people still buy these games at these high price points'
By Dashiell Wood published
Don't expect uniform game prices any time soon, a prominent industry analyst has warned.

Turtle Beach has announced three racing wheels for three very different target audiences
By Rhys Wood published
Turtle Beach is looking to shake up the racing wheel market with three upcoming mid-range products.

'Battlefield 3 and 4 were our strongest muses' – Battlefield 6 developer details the series' return to a gritty, modern setting
By Dashiell Wood published
We discuss the inspirations behind upcoming FPS Battlefield 6 with a Battlefield Studios developer.

Rare is getting a limited edition 8BitDo controller for its 40th anniversary, and I can't help but feel bittersweet about it
By Rhys Wood published
Amidst Everwild and Perfect Dark's cancellations, legendary British developer Rare is at least getting a cool 40th anniversary 8BitDo controller.