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Ahead of its official announcement, it appears as though Baldur’s Gate 3 will be joining Microsoft’s Xbox Play Anywhere program very soon.

While Sony’s PC initiatives have been mostly a success, one of the biggest controversies with the console maker’s recent PC ports has been its use of region locking as a result of their integration with the PlayStation Network. Fortunately, Sony seems to be backtracking on this somewhat, with an update to Ghost of Tsushima on PC removing the region-lock requirements while also adding official Steam Deck verification.

Montech is bringing its popular curved-glass aesthetic to the microATX market with the launch of the King 15. This new compact chassis is essentially a smaller version of the recently launched King 45, featuring the same 15° glass curve and dual-chamber layout. Available in black and white, the King 15 …

It appears the rumours were true, Battlefield 6 will get its Battle Royale mode this week. Battlefield REDSEC was just announced, poised to be a direct competitor to Call of Duty Warzone as a new free-to-play Battle Royale game.  You won't need to own Battlefield 6 to play REDSEC and …

It seems AMD is working on a new X3D CPU. A new leak suggests that a Ryzen 5 7500X3D is in the works, potentially offering the cheapest entry point yet into 3D V-Cache gaming performance on the AM5 platform. The evidence comes from @momomo_us, who first leaked the OPN code …

While Stray was initially part of the PlayStation Extra game library, it was removed a while back. The game looks to be returning in November though as part of the PlayStation Plus Essential monthly drop.  PlayStation Plus Essential is the cheapest subscription, offering up to three free games to claim …

Coil whine is generally harmless, but can be maddening. Due to its inconsistency, varying between components and changing behaviour under different load levels, pinpointing the source isn't always easy. Now, the developers of the popular OCCT have added a brilliantly clever new feature in version 15 designed to help you …

Just when you thought the PC storefront wars had settled down, a new challenger is reportedly entering the arena. According to recent rumours, ByteDance, the massive tech conglomerate behind TikTok, is gearing up to launch its own competitor to Steam named “GameTop”. While Steam still holds the lion's share of …

Following the downsizing of Turn 10 Studios earlier this year, Phil Spencer has now addressed the future of Forza Motorsport as a series.

Following plenty of leaks and rumours, the Halo 1 Remake – Halo: Campaign Evolved – was finally announced to be coming to PC, Xbox and PlayStation. Being the core pillar of the Xbox brand, Halo’s arrival onto PlayStation has once again sparked up discussions regarding exclusivity. According to Xbox’s Matt Booty however, “our biggest competition isn't another console.”

The construction/management sim Factorio is getting a free Nintendo Switch 2 upgrade later this year, bringing larger bases, mouse mode support and more.

Just under a year on from its initial launch, Pokémon TCG Pocket has officially surpassed 150 million total downloads across iOS and Android.

For months, there have been rumours of a new remake for Halo: Combat Evolved, the original game that kicked the franchise off. This would be the second remastering of the original game, following Halo Anniversary for Xbox 360 and Xbox One. This new re-release also brings about another huge change - Halo will be available on PlayStation for the first time.

Acer has introduced a new high-end gaming monitor, the Nitro XV325QK V3bmiipprx, offering a combination of stunning visuals and high-speed performance. This 31.5-inch display features a 4K Mini LED panel with HDR capabilities and Acer's DFR technology, allowing it to switch between high-resolution and high-refresh-rate modes. As reported by DisplaySpecifications, …

Hot on the heels of the successful 1.0 launch of Hades II, developer Supergiant Games has already rolled out the first preview patch on Steam. The focus of this patch seems to be refining the game's “true ending” experience based on early player feedback, but it also includes bug fixes …

Tactical Adventures, the studio behind the well-regarded D&D-inspired RPG Solasta: Crown of the Magister, has revealed the early access release window for its sequel has been delayed. Announced during the Galaxies Gaming Showcase, Solasta II is now set to hit Steam Early Access in early 2026, a slight delay from …

Razer has unveiled the Esports Green Collection, bringing its iconic, unmistakable green colourway to a wide range of its most popular competitive gaming peripherals. This launch celebrates the brand's long-standing connection with the esports scene, offering pro-grade hardware in the colour that started it all. Achieving the specific 802C green …

Thermaltake is aiming to make high-efficiency power supplies more accessible with the launch of its new Toughpower PT Platinum Series. Available in 850W, 1000W, and 1200W capacities, these new units boast 80 Plus Platinum certification and full compliance with the latest ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 standards, all while hitting …

Bethesda has confirmed that Fallout 76 will be receiving a full next-gen upgrade for Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5, with the release window set for early 2026. The announcement was made during the special Fallout Day Broadcast last night, which celebrated the franchise’s enduring legacy and teased what’s next …

With several Steam sales coming up, now is a great time to top up your Steam Wallet. If you also happen to be in the market for a new RTX 50 series graphics card, then MSI has just the offer for you, with up to £100 in Steam vouchers available …

The Fallout TV series garnered universal acclaim for its tone, sets and story. Season Two is now right around the corner, with a December 17th Premier date set. Following the initial announcement at Gamescom earlier this year, Amazon has now confirmed that Fallout Season 2 will begin on December 17th. …

We've known for quite some time that Battlefield 6 will be getting its own Battle Royale mode, but the timing of it has been the subject of debate. We can finally put the questions to rest, as recent datamining efforts point to a launch in just a few days time.  …

The Outer Worlds 2 is just about to unlock later today for Premium Edition buyers, giving them a full five days of early access. Alongside this, the review embargo for the game has lifted, giving us a look at how critics from around the world feel about Obsidian's latest RPG. …

Pokémon Legends: Z-A has already made back its budget roughly 25x over, having sold over 5.8 million copies in its first week.

Following the arrival of Star Wars Outlaws on Switch 2, Ubisoft is set to bring Assassin’s Creed Shadows to Nintendo’s latest system in early December.

Epomaker, a brand primarily known for its keyboards, is branching out into the world of gaming mice in response to community requests. The company has today launched two new models: the high-end, ultra-light Epomaker CarbonX featuring a carbon fibre shell, and the budget-friendly Epomaker Click Lite. The CarbonX is obviously …

Treyarch have started to tease Season 1 for Call of Duty Black Ops 7, confirming 6 new multiplayer maps; 3 zombies experiences and more.

Just under 10 years ago, Fallout 4 officially released to the world. While the game is far from perfect, it resonated with millions thanks to its sandbox-like design and focus on exploration among other ancillary additions (such as the settlement mechanic and base building). As they have done with many of their previous games, Bethesda has now officially announced Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition – bundling the base game alongside its DLC and hundreds of user-created mods.

Noctua is celebrating its 20th anniversary since it launched its very first products. To mark two decades of keeping our CPUs frosty, the company has unveiled a brand-new anniversary desk mat, the NP-DM3, and has completely revamped its official website. To honour this history, Noctua is releasing the NP-DM3 desk …

In one of the biggest surprise hits of the year, the quirky single-player extraction shooter Escape from Duckov has absolutely exploded onto the PC scene, selling over one million copies in its first week on Steam. Developed by Team Soda and published by Bilibili, the game's blend of hardcore extraction …