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EA has launched a number of community playtest programs over the years, seeking feedback for projects still in development. Typically, we see these for smaller games, like Skate, while games like Battlefield are kept under wraps until the public beta tests that take place just weeks before release. This blew up in EA's face with Battlefield 2042, as the game launched with a huge number of bugs and issues. To avoid this next time around, DICE is launching Battlefield Labs. 

Midnight Society has been an interesting studio to follow. The company, founded by streamer Dr Disrespect, was working on its own extraction shooter, with a Counter-Strike style skin system that would see players owning their own skins with the ability to trade or sell. The studio faced financial struggles months ago after cutting ties with Dr Disrespect and now, the studio is shutting down for good. 

After a six month beta, a six month hiatus and a year of ‘official' release, Warner Bros is now pulling the plug on MultiVersus. The game officially released in 2024 and is now shutting down alongside another 2024 flop, Suicide Squad.  WB Games did not have a very good time …

Nvidia's RTX Video Super Resolution (RVSR) technology, which uses the power of your GPU to upscale video content, has received a significant update that addresses one of its main drawbacks: power consumption. RTX VSR allows you to enjoy sharper and more detailed videos in your web browser or media player, …

A new State of Play event is reportedly just around the corner, potentially bringing a few exciting announcements and updates later this month. Gaming insider NatetheHate (via VGC) has hinted that Sony is planning a State of Play event sometime during February without specifying a date. However, when asked for …

The Alphyn AH10 is the first headset from graphics card manufacturer PowerColor

While Battlefield 2042 was hyped up prior to release, a series of launch-day issues hampered the game's long-term performance. As a result, EA has made some changes and is now preparing for the next Battlefield game. We'll get our first look at what's in the works later today with the reveal of the Community Test Program. 

Obsidian has an extremely busy year ahead with Avowed due to launch this month, followed by The Outer Worlds 2 later this year. In the middle of this, Obsidian is also preparing for its next major game, and it has brought back the lead writer behind Fallout New Vegas to work on it. 

Intel has confirmed part of its CPU roadmap for the next two years, confirming the arrival of Panther Lake in 2025 and Nova Lake in 2026. But while Panther Lake's future in the desktop market remains uncertain, Nova Lake could shake things up with a new architecture with dual CPU tiles.

Back in August, we began to hear rumours that Microsoft was planning to bring Playground Games’ Forza Horizon 5 to PlayStation – following on from the likes of Grounded, Hi-Fi Rush and Sea of Thieves. Reports later claimed that this port had been internally delayed, but not cancelled. Finally, seemingly out of nowhere, Forza Horizon 5 has officially been announced for PS5.

Sandfall Interactive has unveiled the official PC system requirements for its upcoming turn-based RPG, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. This title, powered by Unreal Engine 5, promises a captivating blend of strategic combat and real-time exploration, bringing a spin to the traditional turn-based combat of RPGs. Before you embark on your …

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown saw high praise upon its release one year ago, with the latest figures now putting the game at over 1.3 million copies sold.

Geoff Keighley has officially announced the kick-off date for this year’s Summer Game Fest, set to go live on the 6th of June 2025.

Due to the highly-positive reception towards their introduction, Sony has promised to bring back its anniversary PS5 themes as a more permanent addition.

A new power supply from ASrock, not something we often see. Is it any good? We find out today

Philips is entering the gaming projector scene with a bang! The GamePix 900, the company's first dedicated gaming projector, is now available for pre-order at an enticing introductory price. This projector combines high-end specs with good value (at least during its initial campaign), offering a compelling alternative to traditional gaming …

Asus has addressed the recent concerns surrounding its PCIe Q-Release Slim, a GPU release mechanism built into some motherboards to simplify graphics card removal. While acknowledging the potential for cosmetic wear and tear on the PCIe connector, Asus maintains that the mechanism does not cause functional damage to the graphics …

Just under two months on from its release, Microsoft has announced that Indiana Jones and the Great Circle has surpassed 4 million total players.

Capcom has announced its latest Spotlight showcase. Going live next week, the stream will offer new details on Onimusha, Monster Hunter Wilds and more.

Elliot Page has announced that his production company will be adapting 2013’s Beyond: Two Souls (by Quantic Dream) into a live-action TV show.

Silent Hill 2 Remake continues to be a major win for Konami and Bloober Team, with the game having now surpassed 2 million copies sold.

Starting in 2026, Sony will no longer offer PS4-only titles as part of the console maker’s monthly PlayStation Plus Essential line-up:

Intel's Arc Battlemage GPU family might be getting a few new members. New PCI IDs spotted in Intel's Linux patches suggest the company is preparing to launch three additional Battlemage graphics cards. While the current Battlemage lineup consists of only the Arc B580 and B570, rumours have been swirling about …

GOG is replacing the Community Wishlist tool with a new system called Dreamlist. Like its predecessor, Dreamlist will give gamers the power to revive their favourite classic titles, allowing users to vote on which retro games they want to see restored and preserved on the GOG platform. GOG, known for …

In a surprising move, Sony has announced it will no longer require players to link their PlayStation Network (PSN) accounts to play certain PC titles. This decision comes after widespread criticism from PC gamers who objected to the PSN account requirement for games like God of War Ragnarök and Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered

Bungie has announced the next crossover coming to their game, with Destiny 2 x Star Wars set to go live next month during February.

Hello Games have dropped another massive update for No Man’s Sky with Worlds Part II, revamping and adding a ton more to the game:

Sony has now announced the full PlayStation Plus Essential line-up for February, headlined by the co-op heist FPS Payday 3 as well as High on Life.

The classic MOBA Heroes of Newerth is returning with an updated version, Heroes of Newerth: Reborn. Developed by Kongor Studios and published by Garena, this reimagining aims to recapture the magic of the original while introducing modern enhancements and a refreshed gameplay experience. Inspired by the iconic Warcraft 3 mod …

NZXT is expanding its reach in the PC peripheral market with the launch of the Elite series. This new collection includes a magnetic Hall effect keyboard, a lightweight wireless mouse, a USB microphone, and cloth mousepads.  Starting with the Function Elite MiniTKL, this compact and stylish keyboard is built for …