Read MoreEmma Collins2026-10-27Sony Awards $50,000 for PS5 Flaw That Could Run LinuxSony paid $50,000 to researcher Jordy for a PS5 vulnerability that could allow Linux, a disclosure that sparked debate over responsible reporting, an earlier discoverer, and community concerns tied to Sony's disc phase-out plans by 2028.
Read MoreEmma Collins2026-10-21Report: Microsoft Plans High-Priced Xbox for Late 2028Fortune reports Microsoft is preparing a next-generation Xbox, codenamed Project Helix, for the 2028 holiday season with an internal projected price of $1,200 to $1,800; Asha Sharma is leading development amid product and software tensions.
Read MoreEmma Collins2026-10-18Sony patents frame-generation tech for PlayStation 6Sony filed a patent, Generation Super Sampling (US-20260320740-A1), for PlayStation 6 frame-generation that uses controller input plus motion vectors to reduce judder and input lag; implementation unconfirmed.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-10-03Sony may stop releasing major single-player PC portsFormer PlayStation Studios head Shuhei Yoshida said Sony may return to a traditional exclusivity strategy, potentially limiting major single-player releases to PlayStation consoles and halting some PC ports.
Read MoreEmma Collins2026-09-28Nadella Backs Xbox Cuts as 268 More Staff Let Go NowSatya Nadella told the Sources Podcast that the 'streamlining' under Xbox CEO Asha Sharma is 'great to see', as 268 layoffs this week bring Microsoft closer to its announced goal of cutting 3,200 Xbox roles before fiscal year end.
Read MoreEmma Collins2026-09-06Sony’s DualSense Gets Limited GTA VI Collector EditionsSony is launching two limited DualSense controllers themed for GTA VI on November 19. Available in white and black, each costs €70; pre-orders open September 10 with limited stock expected.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-09-02Why Rockstar Abandoned GTA 6's Realistic Grocery SystemRockstar tried a hyper-realistic grocery and fridge system for GTA 6—letting characters buy food and restock a virtual refrigerator—but removed it because it made gameplay cumbersome and dull.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-09-0112TB Steam Archive Leak Reignites Half-Life 3 HopesA 12-terabyte cache from Valve's vintage Steam servers leaked online, revealing Portal 2 beta builds, canceled projects like F-Stop, and a trove of development files. Fans and archivists are now digging for prototypes and any hint of Half-Life 3.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-09-01GTA 6 Online May Be Delayed Until 2027 or 2028, ReportReports suggest Rockstar may delay GTA 6's online mode until 2027 or 2028 so it can focus on polishing the single-player experience. The game launches on 19 November for ninth-gen consoles; PC timing remains unknown.
Read MoreFarshid Bahmani2026-08-282GTA 6 Gameplay Revealed With Missions and Side ActivitiesRockstar has unveiled 26 minutes of GTA 6 gameplay, showcasing Jason and Lucia, new missions, character switching, side activities, reactive NPCs and the sprawling world of Leonida.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-08-16Nvidia Brings GeForce Now Native App to Linux DesktopsNvidia has launched the stable GeForce Now client for Linux, moving cloud gaming beyond browsers. Native Flatpak installs, DLSS optimizations, and subscription tiers now let Linux users stream Windows games with improved performance.
Read MoreEmma Collins2026-08-11Why Blizzard Quietly Became Xbox's Most Profitable StudioLeaked emails reveal Blizzard rose to become Xbox's most profitable studio thanks to Overwatch's relaunch and Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred. The lift comes even as Microsoft pursues major layoffs.
Read MoreEmma Collins2026-08-112WOWCube: The 24-Screen Gadget That Revives Rubik NowWOWCube turns a Rubik-like cube into a 24-screen interactive gaming gadget. It pairs with your phone, uses motion sensors across eight modules, and hosts redesigned classics and developer-made apps.
Read MoreEmma Collins2026-08-08GTA VI Extended Look Lands on Netflix for a Limited WindowRockstar will air a six-hour Netflix-exclusive extended look at GTA VI on August 27, before posting it on YouTube and the game's site. Here are the global times and why the preview matters ahead of the November 19 launch.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-08-06Microsoft's Plan to Run Old Xbox Games on PCs and HelixA leaked memo suggests Microsoft is building official emulators to run original Xbox, 360, One, and Series games on PCs and the Project Helix console. Publishers must opt in, and disc ownership rules remain unclear.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-08-03Why Physical Game Discs Are Vanishing from PlayStationSony says 82 percent of PlayStation game sales are digital, leaving discs at 18 percent. The shift reshapes consoles, retail, preservation and player trust. Can the industry build a trustworthy digital future?
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-08-02Why Sony Is Quietly Ending PlayStation Physical DiscsSony will stop producing PlayStation physical discs by January 2028, citing a move to digital. The decision sparks backlash from collectors even as Sony's revenue heavily favors digital sales and in-game purchases.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-07-30Why Xbox Revenue Dropped as Microsoft Rebuilds StrategyMicrosoft’s latest results show Xbox revenue slipping — content and services down 10 percent, hardware down 13 percent — as the division undergoes leadership change, studio shifts, and layoffs while AI investments drive corporate gains.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-07-18Why Microsoft’s Next Xbox May Keep the Disc Drive IntactMicrosoft’s Project Helix may keep a disc drive while Sony moves away from physical media. The decision reflects strategy, user backlash to disc removal, and how exclusives and hardware changes could reshape the console market.
Read MoreChloe Nakamura2026-07-142Inside the Race to Run PS5 Games Smoothly on PC TodayIndependent projects like SharpEmu, RPCSX and Kyty have begun running simple PS5 games on PC. Big 3D titles still fail early, and full emulation for blockbusters like GTA VI will take years.
