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past 3 days
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PC & Steam
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PC
Civilization VII is receiving a major free 'Test of Time' update on May 19 that reintroduces the ability to play as the same civilization throughout all Age transitions, addressing player feedback.
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PC
The classic RTS game RUSE has been re-released on Steam over 10 years after Ubisoft removed it, now including all DLC and full Steam Deck support.
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PC
Valve has officially begun shipping Steam Controller orders to customers across 19+ countries, with processing underway in at least 22 of the 31 launch regions.
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PC
EVE Online studio CCP Games has changed its name and gone independent while entering an AI research partnership with Google DeepMind, using an offline EVE version as a testbed.
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PC
Mozilla and Stop Killing Games have joined forces to urge the UK government to reconsider internet regulations that could require intrusive age verification processes for all users.
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PC
A new mod for Hades II successfully combines the entire first Hades game into the sequel in an elegant way, significantly expanding the game's content.
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PC
Blizzard has launched a massive spring Game Deals sale featuring discounts on Diablo, World of Warcraft, Call of Duty, and other titles.
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Console
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Console
Borderlands 4 for PS5 has dropped to a new low price of $34 on Amazon.
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Console
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick states that Borderlands 4 on Switch 2 is 'doable' despite the game being paused in development, suggesting it has not been cancelled.
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Console
Fortnite is adding Lois Griffin, Peggy Hill, and Linda Belcher to the game on May 8, with three iconic TV show moms arriving just before Mother's Day.
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Console
Diablo 4 players have unlocked the secret cow level, and are now searching for a cow god as their next objective.
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Console
Mina the Hollower will launch on Switch 1 and Switch 2 on May 29, 2026 for $19.99, finally releasing the long-anticipated Zelda-inspired adventure.
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Console
Nintendo may face shareholder pressure to increase the Switch 2's price amid rising industry costs and declining stock prices, according to Bloomberg reporting.
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Mobile
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Indie
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Indie
Mina the Hollower has finally received an official release date after four years of development.
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Indie
Sunset Visitor's upcoming game 'Prove You're Human' explores philosophical questions about AI consciousness through the story of an AI named Mesa seeking proof she is not human.
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Indie
TetherGeist is a satisfying 2D platformer on Switch that draws inspiration from Celeste with its challenging gameplay mechanics.
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Indie
Abiotic Factor has received the 'Cosmic Companions' update featuring redesigned pet gameplay, new chemistry systems, and racing chair mechanics.
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Indie
Rewinding Cadence, a time-loop open-world game by Saroasis Studios, has completed its alpha testing phase with data showing strong community engagement.
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Indie
Dark romance visual novel 'Lover's Enigma' will launch on Steam on May 20, featuring psychological horror elements and multiple branching endings.
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Industry
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Industry
Mortal Kombat II is on track for a strong box office opening with projections to recoup its budget during theatrical release, while Mortal Kombat III is already in development.
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Industry
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick has expressed deep disappointment over the ongoing delays in BioShock 4's development.
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Industry
Ubisoft veteran Clint Hocking, who led development on Far Cry 2, Assassin's Creed Hexe, and other major titles, has launched a new independent studio after his recent departure.
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Industry
Palit has clarified that earlier statements about Galax's closure were a 'miscommunication' and confirmed the company is working on next-generation graphics cards.
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Industry
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen has listed GameStop-related items on eBay, humorously claiming the proceeds will help fund his $50+ billion bid to acquire the eBay platform.
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Entertainment & Media
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PC
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight appears to have significant PC gaming compatibility issues according to initial reports.
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Industry
HBO has renewed the new Harry Potter TV series for Season 2 with production starting imminently, indicating strong confidence in the adaptation.
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Industry
Matthew Lillard has joined the cast of Superman sequel 'Man of Tomorrow' in an unannounced mystery role.
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Industry
Mortal Kombat 2 movie reviews are split between praising its violent action and criticizing its character development, releasing May 8.
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Industry
Mortal Kombat 2 is projected to earn around $35 million from North America in its opening weekend, with global estimates potentially higher.
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Industry
Mortal Kombat 2 reviews show mixed reception with critics split on the film's success, with some praising the action and others criticizing various aspects.
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Industry
The Russo Brothers, directors of Captain America: Civil War and recent Avengers films, have confirmed Tom Holland's Spider-Man MCU version is not responsible for Uncle Ben's death.
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Gaming Culture & Lore
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PC
Fans have discovered that Geralt's habit of naming all his horses 'Roach' in The Witcher series has nothing to do with insects but rather originates from Polish slang.
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Console
Diablo 4's Lord of Hatred expansion concludes the main storyline, but Diablo himself may not appear as the next threat despite player speculation.
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Indie
1980s-style arcade shooters are making a comeback through roguelite mechanics, as seen in games like Huntdown: Overtime, offering repetitive progression with empowerment.
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Industry
Mortal Kombat co-creator Ed Boon has expressed interest in seeing Street Fighter characters crossover into Mortal Kombat, downplaying any competitive rivalry.
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Industry
Ted Turner's CNN legacy extended to gaming through Cartoon Network's pioneering browser games that taught millions of children how to play video games.
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Industry
Plague Inc: Evolved has gained renewed relevance amid measles outbreaks, as the game realistically depicts disease transmission and public health responses.
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News & Announcements
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Industry
GTA 6 marks another sad milestone with May 6 being the one-year anniversary of its second trailer reveal, continuing a series of delays without new announcements.
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Indie
Magic: The Gathering's Reality Fracture set will push the boundaries of the game and its printing capabilities with the Echoverse concept.
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Deals & Products
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PC
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7 RTX 5090 gaming laptop is available for $2,999 with $1,000 off, featuring a 16' 2500x1600 240Hz OLED display.
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Indie
The Terrosor 48V 400W Adult Electric Bike is on sale for just $158 with free shipping, offering 20mph speed and 32-mile range.
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Console
An Apple Watch Ultra is available for $299 at Amazon with an additional 10% cashback via Prime Visa Card, saving $450 on a renewed 'excellent condition' unit.
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Indie
LEGO Flower Sets are on sale at Macy's with a limited-time deal lasting only one day, offering a Mother's Day gift option.
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Indie
The LEGO Super Mario Piranha Plant is discounted to $41.99 with a 30% Mother's Day discount.
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Indie
Magic: The Gathering's Reality Fracture set includes various products from Commander precons to booster packs with multiple purchasing options.
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Console
Best gaming deals for May 6, 2026 include Metaphor: ReFantazio, a 39' LG WQHD OLED Gaming Monitor, and BOGO 50% off books with Mother's Day gift ideas.
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Console
A Marvel Legends wearable Cyclops Visor from X-Men '97 is now available for purchase.
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Miscellaneous
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Industry
Former President Barack Obama has reiterated that the government is not hiding aliens and stated that any such secret would inevitably leak.
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Console
Neverness to Everness features a fishing system with multiple fish types available to catch as part of enjoyable side activities.
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Indie
A ranking of the greatest open-world action games of all time features titles that successfully combine expansive environments with engaging combat mechanics.
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Console
Solo Leveling Season 3 is set to introduce eight new power-ups that will bring protagonist Sung Jinwoo to his strongest form yet.
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Console
Re:Zero Season 4 Episode 5 introduces a hot-headed sword saint character whose role as ally or foe remains ambiguous.
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Console
Diablo 4's Lord of Hatred DLC concludes the main story but sets up a bigger threat for future content involving the character Baal.
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