Software & Gaming

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.

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 …

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.

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 …

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 …

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.

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.

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 …

The long‑awaited Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition for Nintendo Switch 2 has officially been delayed, with the announcement arriving today via the game’s official X account. Originally expected to launch this year, the title will now arrive in 2026, pushing back one of the most anticipated releases for the new console. …

Razer has unveiled the Raiju V3 Pro, a next‑generation wireless esports controller for PlayStation 5 that debuts with symmetrical TMR (Tension Magnetic Resistance) thumbsticks as its headline feature. Built for precision and consistency, the new thumbstick technology is designed to deliver anti‑drift performance and pixel‑perfect control, giving competitive players a …

Warhorse Studios and Deep Silver have confirmed that Kingdom Come: Deliverance II will receive its final story expansion, Mysteria Ecclesiae, on November 11. The DLC takes Henry into the Sedletz Monastery, where he must investigate the source of a deadly epidemic while navigating the hidden agendas of the factions within …

GeForce Now has another big week in store for gamers, with nine more titles joining the library, including brand new releases like Ninja Gaiden 4, Painkiller and Vampire: The Masqeurade – Bloodlines 2.  Obsidian's latest RPG, The Outer Worlds 2, will release tomorrow to deluxe edition buyers. If you are …

It has been clear over the past two years that Microsoft is looking to squeeze more profit out of Xbox, leading to a long list of game cancellations, studio closures and thousands of layoffs. This week, new details on Microsoft's business plans came to light, with the company setting what …

While there has been some negativity surrounding Xbox Game Pass lately thanks to new price hikes, there are still some very good games heading to the service over the next couple of weeks, including Obsidian's latest RPG, The Outer Worlds 2. The Outer Worlds 2 launches tomorrow for Premium Edition …

5 years on from release, the PlayStation 5 has now managed to surpass the lifetime sales of the PS3 in the US with over 26.7 million units.

Alongside the sequel’s launch today, the team at FutureLab have detailed their post-launch plans for PowerWash Simulator 2.

Like clockwork, Hello Games have once again announced and released a surprise update for No Man’s Sky. Available right now, the latest ‘Breach’ update introduces a new expedition, an expansion to the game’s ship building mechanics and more.