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Sony has new transparent PS5 controllers launching next year
Sony is reviving 1990s aesthetic trends by launching transparent DualSense controllers and console covers for the PlayStation 5 next year.
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8BitDo’s new Xbox Elite-style controller sets a high bar for customization
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PS5 Revives Retro Transparent Hardware with 3 New Gorgeous Accessory Colours
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Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Switch 2 restock signals good news for launch day buyers
Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 restocks and hardware releases dominate gaming news amid major retail pre-order turbulence.
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Samsung’s Switch 2-ready MicroSD Express card is on sale for less than $50
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Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Pro Controller restock tracker: we’re watching these retailers
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Nintendo Switch 2’s First Jailbreak Already Has YouTube Running on the Console, and an Untethered Exploit Is Reportedly Next
Early reports indicate a jailbreak for the Nintendo Switch 2 has successfully run YouTube on the hardware.
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Nintendo Switch 2 gets its first list of Xbox achievements with Minecraft
Minecraft arrives on the Nintendo Switch 2 alongside the system's first integration of Xbox achievements.
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Last Chance to Save $10 on Zelda: Ocarina of Time Switch 2 Pre-Orders Before Launch
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The Nintendo Switch 2 has been jailbroken for the first time with a lot of help from AI
The Nintendo Switch 2 has experienced its first jailbreak, a technical milestone achieved with significant assistance from artificial intelligence.
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Microsoft Estimates Next Xbox Could Cost $1,200 To $1,800, Report Says
Recent reports outline price estimates and hardware specifications for the upcoming Xbox console known as Project Helix.
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Players on Steam so far seem delighted with Modern Warfare 4's campaign, making it one of the most well-received Call of Dutys in recent history
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Xbox is hiring a "Physical Games Strategist"
Xbox is hiring a Physical Games Strategist while reports detail disc-to-digital programs and deleted executive accounts.
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PS5 Digital Edition Midnight Black Japan-only model launches November 19
Sony reveals a Midnight Black PlayStation 5 hardware line featuring a digital edition and matching disc drive set for Japan on November 19.
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Video game hardware sales plunge to 13-year low as prices soar on memory, storage shortage
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As Xbox and PlayStation sales reach new lows, analyst says the "US hardware market has not been in a more precarious position since the early 80s"
U.S. video game hardware sales for Xbox and PlayStation hit severe lows, prompting analyst warnings about market precariousness.
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Score 50% off Select Final Fantasy Games at Amazon During Prime Big Deal Days
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event generates widespread coverage of major discounts across video games, cycling gear, and tech.
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Razer’s Wolverine V4 Controller Is Overkill For Most Gamers, And That’s The Point
Razer has unveiled the Wolverine V4 Pro, a high-performance wireless Xbox controller designed for gamers who prioritize extreme specifications.
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Refurbished PS5 Pros Are Now 50% More Expensive than New Ones at GameStop
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Switch 2 Japanese-Language System ‘Choose-Your-Game Bundle’ launches November 12 in Japan
Nintendo announces the Japan-only Switch 2 Choose-Your-Game Bundle launching November 12, featuring a selection of three downloadable titles.
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ASUS ROG Edition 20
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Gamer Buys Used Ryzen 7 5800X3D, Gets Locked Out of Valorant Because Previous Owner Cheated
A buyer of a used Ryzen 7 5800X3D CPU found themselves banned from Valorant due to the previous owner's cheating history.
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Nacon’s new PS5 controller can mix audio from your phone and console
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The latest PS5 Slim model reportedly changes some components, including a replaceable CMOS battery and revised cooling
Recent reporting outlines hardware revisions in the latest PS5 Slim console model.
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Sony Quietly Launched A New PlayStation 5 Model, And Its Key Changes Ensure System Longevity
Sony has introduced a revised PlayStation 5 model featuring internal optimisations, a redesigned motherboard, and improved repairability.
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Sony Makes Japanese Players Prove They’re Gamers To Get A PS5 Pro
Sony implements verification requirements for Japanese consumers seeking to purchase the PS5 Pro.
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SteelSeries’ new mice are super light, with ultra-wideband and swappable batteries
SteelSeries introduces the Sensei Pro and Rival Pro gaming mice, featuring ultra-wideband connectivity and swappable battery systems.
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New PlayStation 5 Console Jailbreak Released for PS5 & PS5 Pro
Sony ties PlayStation 5 Pro purchases in Japan to 60 hours of gameplay, sparking a lottery‑based anti‑scalper push.
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The Switch 2 Console Is Currently Cheaper Than Ever In The UK
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Wici Wireless eGPU Promises RTX 5060 Ti and 5090 Performance Over Wi-Fi 7
WiCi has unveiled the first wireless external GPU designed to deliver high-end RTX 50-series performance to devices via Wi-Fi 7 connectivity.
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PS5 Fans Encouraged to Give Feedback on Discs in New Sony Survey
Sony is actively soliciting feedback from PlayStation 5 users regarding the role of physical discs in the current console ecosystem.
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Sony Patent Would Let You Tap Your Card or Phone on Your PlayStation Controller to Make a Payment
Sony has filed a patent that could transform PlayStation controllers into tap-to-pay terminals for instant digital purchases.
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Updated PS6 Handheld Specs Leaked By KeplerL2: 24GB RAM, RDNA 5 GPU, PSSR 3.0
Leaked specifications for Sony's upcoming PS6 handheld, codenamed Project Canis, reveal high-end hardware capabilities and pricing speculation.
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Xbox Series X and S Update Brings New Upgrades to the Consoles
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Apple is designing its own game controllers for iPhone, could be Beats branded
Apple is reportedly developing its own gaming controllers for the iPhone, with potential Beats branding.
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Nintendo's new Zelda Switch 2 sold out in hours, and yes, scalpers already want £700+ for it
The launch of Nintendo's Zelda Switch 2 has triggered immediate stock shortages and a surge in secondary market prices.
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Nintendo Finally Adds Some Life To The Switch 2
GameSpot coverage examines Nintendo adding life to the upcoming Switch 2 console.
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Nintendo launches major sale with help from tariff refunds
Nintendo is initiating a major sale on the Switch console, leveraging a $300 million tariff refund to lower consumer prices.
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Retroid Pocket Duo Pre-orders Open Tomorrow; Pricing Starts at Just $135
Pre-orders for the Retroid Pocket Duo open tomorrow with a starting price of $135.
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GTA 6 DualSense Controller Scalpers Are Already Cashing In
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Nintendo Switch 2 Docked VRR Leapfrogs PS5, but the Catch Falls Squarely on Game Developers
Recent official updates for the Nintendo Switch 2 improve digital game sharing and reintroduce a classic feature.
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Nintendo Having A Sale—Instead Of Giving Refunds—Thanks To Tariff Rebates, Company Says
Nintendo is utilizing tariff-related refunds to fund a major Switch sale rather than issuing direct refunds to its customers.
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'Final Fantasy 7 Revelation' Interview: Hands-On Preview
Coverage examines the distribution format for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, explaining why it requires a download.
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We’re Tracking Every Zelda Switch 2 Restock for You
High demand for the Nintendo Switch 2 is driving intense retail tracking as a new Zelda title coincides with the release of GTA 6.
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Switch 2 Update Adds TV VRR Support
Nintendo has released a software update for the Switch 2 that introduces Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) support when the console is in TV mode.
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Final Fantasy VII Revelation Director Explains Why the Physical Disc Version Requires a Download to Play
Square Enix director Naoki Hamaguchi addresses the mandatory download requirement for the physical disc version of Final Fantasy VII Revelation.
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Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Switch 2 console and Pro Controller pre-orders are live
Nintendo launches pre-orders for a Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Switch 2 console and Pro Controller alongside a major series remake.
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'Zelda' 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Consoles Sell Out Everywhere, With One Exception
The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 consoles and accessories sell out everywhere following preorders, with one notable exception.
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Sony isn’t phasing out discs quite as quickly as we thought
Sony is facing significant backlash and industry scrutiny over reports that it and Rockstar are eyeing an all-digital future for PlayStation games.
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The Blood of Dawnwalker controller issues tackled in latest hotfix, and Rebel Wolves talks more about a sequel
Rebel Wolves addresses technical stability in The Blood of Dawnwalker while hinting at the development of a sequel.
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SteelSeries Aeon Pro: The Infinite Battery Life, Dual-System Xbox and PC Controller Impresses, Despite Its High Price
SteelSeries introduces the Aeon Pro, a high-end controller for Xbox and PC featuring hot-swappable batteries and an integrated OLED screen.
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SteelSeries’ pro-grade, wireless Xbox controller sure is expensive
SteelSeries launches the Aeon Pro, a high-end wireless controller for Xbox and PC featuring a world-first Quickswitch Dock System.
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PS5 'major system upgrade' on the way that includes hefty boost to graphics
Sony is reportedly preparing system update 14.0 for the PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro to deliver a significant boost to graphics performance.
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Update | Nintendo bans Switch 2 consoles despite owners avoiding pirated games
Nintendo reverses mass Switch 2 console bans following widespread false positive errors and user backlash.
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Walmart Has PS5 Pro Consoles Back in Stock for Labor Day, if You Can Stomach the Price
Walmart restocks PS5 Pro consoles for Labor Day amid severe shortages driven by unprecedented GTA 6 hype.
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DLSS 5 Mod Shifts Load to Second GPU, Doubling Frame-Rates and Latency
A new DLSS 5 mod is reviving multi-GPU gaming by offloading processing to a second graphics card, resulting in doubled frame rates and lower latency.
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Sony is preparing limited edition PlayStation 5 consoles in the style of GTA 6.
Sony is preparing limited edition PlayStation 5 consoles and controllers styled after the upcoming release of GTA 6.
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Following Pokémon , Stern Lets Fallout Pinball Machine Out Of The Vault
Stern Pinball has released a new Fallout-themed machine, marking a high-end gaming expansion tied to the Bethesda franchise and Prime Video series.
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Hype for GTA 6 is giving PS5 and Xbox console sales a much needed 30% boost
Anticipation for the release of Grand Theft Auto 6 is driving a significant 30% increase in hardware sales for PS5 and Xbox consoles.
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Onimusha: Way of the Sword tech analysis including frame rate and resolution, Nintendo Switch 2 vs. PS5 graphics comparison video
Technical analyses and review scores for Onimusha: Way of the Sword drive gaming coverage across multiple outlets.