Valve has finally gone on the record in its escalating legal fight with New York Attorney General Letitia James over mystery boxes (loot boxes) in Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, and Team Fortress 2. In a rare public statement posted on Steam, the company flatly rejects the claim that its crates, cases,…
Microsoft just pulled back the curtain a little further on Project Helix, its next-generation Xbox console—and the message is loud and clear: this isn’t just “the next Xbox,” it’s Microsoft doubling down on a PC-console convergence strategy with serious rendering tech at the center. At GDC 2026,…
Pearl Abyss has revealed detailed Crimson Desert specs across PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox Series S, Mac, and even the officially supported ROG Xbox Ally handhelds—just days ahead of launch. The announcement matters because performance concerns have followed the…
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is landing in a crowded March release slate, but early reviews and final impressions paint a consistent picture: Capcom’s monster-taming RPG spin-off has grown into a bigger, brighter, more cinematic adventure—one that leans into hope and restoration…
A PlayStation 5 modder has demonstrated Linux running on PS5 and used it to boot Grand Theft Auto V with ray tracing enabled, effectively turning Sony’s console into a Steam Machine-style setup. The work, shared publicly by Andy Nguyen, shows 4K HDMI video and audio, functioning USB ports, and GTA…
Kick streamer Asmongold (Zack Hoyt) has mutually parted ways with Mythic Talent, the streamer talent agency he co-founded in 2023. The agency confirmed the split in a public statement that emphasized an “environment grounded in respect and responsibility,” but did not provide specific reasons. The…
Valve has issued a fresh clarification on its upcoming hardware slate, reaffirming that the Steam Machine, Steam Frame, and a redesigned Steam Controller are still planned to ship in 2026. The update matters because Valve’s own wording had sparked confusion about whether the trio might slip, with…
