The PiBrick and the wider DIY handheld scene prove that retro gaming’s healthiest future may not be another sealed plastic console, but a custom Linux machine you can actually open, repair, and understand.
Unfrozen's Early Access revival understands the old Heroes rhythm better than expected: one more turn, one more mine, one more impossible battle. It also still has Early Access bruises.
IO Interactive borrows the best instincts from Hitman, then speeds them up, dresses them sharply, and gives James Bond the momentum his games have missed for decades.
In an era of 100GB day-one patches and temporary live-service servers, 81-year-old veteran Colin Porch just released a 16-bit sequel he started in 1989. It is a breathtaking monument to the old-school hacker spirit.
Xbox has officially shifted Playground Games’ Fable reboot to February 2027. We analyze why dodging the gargantuan orbit of Grand Theft Auto VI is not just sensible—it is a survival requirement.
We buy cozy farming sims to escape modern capitalism, only to build five-page Excel sheets tracking digital cabbage profit margins. Send help.
A stylish, confident turn-based RPG that borrows from the best of the genre while carving out its own identity. Here's why it stands out in 2026.
An Ars Technica analysis reveals a major shift in the video game industry: modern consoles like the PS5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch are defying historical trends by maintaining their launch prices for years. We dive into the reasons, from the slowdown of Moore's Law and supply chain issues..
Insider reports suggest a Bloodborne PC port or remake is currently not in development, leaving fans in a state of perpetual limbo. We explore Sony's puzzling silence, the fan community's impressive DIY efforts, and the glimmer of hope that a modern version of the classic might one day...
In its ongoing lawsuit against Palworld developer Pocketpair, Nintendo is pushing a novel legal argument: that user-created game mods do not constitute "prior art." This analysis delves into the controversial stance and its potentially catastrophic ramifications for the modding community...
Is Hollow Knight: Silksong a masterpiece of challenge or a festival of frustration? We dive into the great difficulty debate, looking at Team Cherry's design philosophy, the divided player base, and what the critics are saying about this brutally beautiful game.
Steam is rolling out language-specific review scores, a feature designed to give players more relevant feedback. We break down why this is a genius move for gamers and a wake-up call for developers.