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Apex Legends is no longer available for the Steam Deck
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PlayStation 5 faceplates aren't compatible with the PS5 Pro
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Nintendo Music is a streaming service for Switch Online subscribers
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November's PS Plus Monthly Games include Ghostwire: Tokyo and Hot Wheels Unleashed 2
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The latest news
- 5 hours ago
Playdate is officially getting a Season Two with ‘about a dozen games’ next year
- 5 hours ago
Apex Legends is no longer available for the Steam Deck
- 8 hours ago
PlayStation 5 faceplates aren't compatible with the PS5 Pro
- 11 hours ago
Nintendo Music is a streaming service for Switch Online subscribers
- 10.30.2024
November's PS Plus Monthly Games include Ghostwire: Tokyo and Hot Wheels Unleashed 2
- 10.30.2024
Ubisoft stealth released an NFT game absolutely no one needs
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Playdate is officially getting a Season Two with ‘about a dozen games’ next year
Panic announced Season Two during its Fall Playdate Update livestream. There are no details yet on how much it'll cost.
Cheyenne MacDonald5 hours ago
Apex Legends is no longer available for the Steam Deck
Apex Legends is no longer available for Linux or the Steam Deck. This is an attempt by EA to curb cheating.
Lawrence Bonk5 hours ago
PlayStation 5 faceplates aren't compatible with the PS5 Pro
PlayStation 5 faceplates aren't compatible with the PS5 Pro. Sony did confirm that new plates are coming for the upgraded console.
Lawrence Bonk8 hours ago
Nintendo Music is a streaming service for Switch Online subscribers
Nintendo has launched a music streaming app for smart devices filled with tracks from its games.
Mariella Moon11 hours ago
November's PS Plus Monthly Games include Ghostwire: Tokyo and Hot Wheels Unleashed 2
The PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for November include Ghostwire: Tokyo and Hot Wheels Unleashed 2, as well as a new Death Note-based social deduction game.
Kris Holt10.30.2024
Ubisoft stealth released an NFT game absolutely no one needs
Ubisoft launched its new NFT game Champions Tactics for PCs.
Danny Gallagher10.30.2024
How to watch the latest Playdate showcase
Panic is holding a Playdate showcase on Halloween. The company will announce forthcoming games and updates to pre-existing titles.
Lawrence Bonk10.30.2024
Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition will be available for Macs early next year
Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition will be available for Macs early next year. Existing PC Steam purchases will carry over.
Lawrence Bonk10.30.2024
The Harris/Walz campaign has its own Fortnite map
The Harris/Walz campaign has its own map in Fortnite called Freedom Town, USA.
Danny Gallagher10.29.2024
Enhance unveils two collectors' box sets in honor of its tenth anniversary
Game studio Enhance is celebrating its tenth anniversary and marking the occasion with two limited run box sets that showcase the art and audio of its creative titles.
Anna Washenko10.29.2024
Sony pulls the plug on Concord and shuts down Firewalk Studios
Sony has officially killed off Concord and is shuttering the studio behind the game.
Anna Washenko10.29.2024
Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition heads to the Switch on March 20
Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition heads to Switch on March 20. The remake will feature “enhanced visuals, added story elements and more.”
Lawrence Bonk10.29.2024
Xbox Insiders can now test the Windows Xbox App's redesigned home screen
Xbox feature beta testers can now experience a redesigned home page that unites the Game Pass and Microsoft Store experiences.
Jeremy Gan10.29.2024
Apple is reportedly developing a comedy film based on The Oregon Trail
The Hollywood Reporter said Apple is turning The Oregon Trail into a comedy film with musical numbers.
Mariella Moon10.29.2024
You’ll get another chance to pre-order the retro-themed PS5 today
Sony’s 30th anniversary PS5 consoles and accessories are available for pre-order again. The retro-themed hardware sold out quickly during the initial September 26 pre-order period, frustrating fans. The second window opens on Tuesday.
Will Shanklin10.28.2024
The paid version of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp arrives on December 3
The paid version of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp arrives on December 3rd. It costs $10 for early adopters, but will eventually rise to $20.
Lawrence Bonk10.28.2024
The Video Game History Foundation’s fight for game preservation isn’t over
The Video Game History Foundation plans to keep fighting for video game preservation and accessibility for researchers, especially rare games.
Jeremy Gan10.28.2024
The best game streaming gear in 2024
Find the latest and best list of game streaming equipment, from webcams, microphone, capture cards, and more from experts at Engadget.
Jessica Conditt10.28.2024
Panic hits pause on the Playdate Stereo Dock, says it’s unlikely we’ll see it anytime soon
The Playdate team updated the Stereo Dock's web page to say it has been put on pause, and went into depth explaining the many issues it faced in development.
Cheyenne MacDonald10.27.2024
8Bitdo has a new $50 Android gaming controller with Hall effect sticks and triggers
The 8Bitdo Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller takes features from its Ultimate series (including Hall effect!) for an extendable accessory that attaches to your smartphone, similar to Backbone and Razer Kishi.
Will Shanklin10.25.2024