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PS5 hit Helldivers 2 makes history as the first PlayStation-published game to get an Xbox release
By Demi Williams published
Arrowhead Game Studios has announced that the Sony-published Helldivers 2 is officially coming to Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S next month.

Romero Games has lost funding for its next, unannounced game, with one staffer claiming the 'whole studio' has been laid off due to Microsoft cuts
By Demi Williams published
Romero Games has announced that funding for its next game has been pulled, as multiple staffers claim the entire studio has been affected by Microsoft's mass layoffs.

The 23 best Xbox Game Pass games in 2025
By Jake Green last updated
Buying Guide New to the service and wondering what the best Xbox Game Pass games are? Our curated list is here to help.
Latest Reviews

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Nintendo Switch 2 Edition review: one of the best games of all time just got even better
By John-Anthony Disotto published
Everything I had hoped for

Nintendo Switch 2 review: an evolution in almost every way
By Rhys Wood last updated
The Nintendo Switch 2 is an incredibly impressive console despite issues with battery life and some poorly thought-out features.

Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army review: a faithful yet meaty remaster that’s not quite faultless
By Harry Padoan published
I had a great time slashing my way through the mystery of the Soulless Army, but a few gameplay flaws prevent Raidou Remastered from cementing itself as an Atlus classic.

Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller review: a remarkable improvement
By Rhys Wood published
The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller is a seriously impressive follow-up to the already superb original.
PC Gaming

PS5 hit Helldivers 2 makes history as the first PlayStation-published game to get an Xbox release
By Demi Williams published
Arrowhead Game Studios has announced that the Sony-published Helldivers 2 is officially coming to Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S next month.

Romero Games has lost funding for its next, unannounced game, with one staffer claiming the 'whole studio' has been laid off due to Microsoft cuts
By Demi Williams published
Romero Games has announced that funding for its next game has been pulled, as multiple staffers claim the entire studio has been affected by Microsoft's mass layoffs.

Phil Spencer somehow thinks that Xbox has 'never looked stronger' as multiple games are canceled
By Dashiell Wood published
Layoffs have begun at Xbox as Phil Spencer claims the brand's future has 'never looked stronger'.

Marvel Rivals patch notes: the latest balance changes for Season 3
By Jake Green last updated
Marvel Rivals patch notes for the latest balance changes have now dropped. Here's who's being buffed, nerfed, and what's been updated.
Nintendo

Nintendo Switch 2 owners, beware – some owners are reporting worrisome overheating problems
By Isaiah Williams published
Nintendo's Switch 2 controversies continue to grow, with users now suggesting that the handheld has overheating issues, especially when docked.

Shadow Labyrinth will run at 4K 60fps on Nintendo Switch 2 thanks to a free upgrade
By Dashiell Wood published
Shadow Labyrinth will have a free Nintendo Switch 2 upgrade.

Nintendo reveals that Donkey Kong Bananza is developed by the Super Mario Odyssey team – then confirms grass is still green
By Dashiell Wood published
Yes, Donkey Kong Bananza is developed by the Super Mario Odyssey team.

Nintendo is raising the prices of some of its products in Canada, but oddly not the Switch 2 – and what could this mean for other regions?
By Demi Williams published
Nintendo has announced that it will be increasing the prices of some of its products in Canada.

Upcoming Switch 2 games for 2025 and beyond
By Jake Green last updated
Updated Here are the upcoming Switch 2 games releases for you to look forward to in 2025, including Donkey Kong Banaza, Metroid Prime 4 and The Duskbloods.

Nintendo and Amazon deny claims that the Switch 2 maker pulled console stock from the online retailer over third-party resellers
By Demi Williams published
Nintendo has denied claims that it pulled Switch 2 stock from Amazon US during the console's launch period due to a third-party reseller dispute.
Playstation

The PS5 lead architect says the PS5 Pro will get an advanced graphics update in 2026 that will deliver better performance
By Demi Williams published
Sony is set to release a major update for the PlayStation 5 Pro in 2026, which is expected to significantly improve performance.

Marvel Rivals next season release date and Season 2.5 end date
By Jake Green last updated
Here's when to expect Marvel Rivals Season 3, 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.

Dying Light: The Beast won't have branching narrative choices, but the developer says it will pave the way for the series' future
By Rhys Wood published
Dying Light: The Beast will have a more straightforward plot without branching choices in order to set up the future of the series.

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach sold me on the PS5 Pro, but I'm still not sure I'd recommend the premium console to everyone just yet
By Scott McCrae published
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is a beautiful game on the PS5 Pro - but it's not quite a system seller for the premium PlayStation 5.
Xbox

Romero Games has lost funding for its next, unannounced game, with one staffer claiming the 'whole studio' has been laid off due to Microsoft cuts
By Demi Williams published
Romero Games has announced that funding for its next game has been pulled, as multiple staffers claim the entire studio has been affected by Microsoft's mass layoffs.

As Microsoft lays off thousands of employees, the company insists that Xbox boss Phil Spencer isn't retiring 'anytime soon'
By Demi Williams published
Amid mass layoffs at Microsoft, the company has insisted that Gaming CEO Phil Spencer won't be retiring "anytime soon".

An unannounced MMO from The Elder Scrolls Online developer has been canceled by Xbox after seven years of work
By Demi Williams published
Microsoft has canceled the unannounced massively multiplayer game (MMO) from The Elder Scrolls Online developer ZeniMax Game Studios.

Phil Spencer somehow thinks that Xbox has 'never looked stronger' as multiple games are canceled
By Dashiell Wood published
Layoffs have begun at Xbox as Phil Spencer claims the brand's future has 'never looked stronger'.