UPDATE: Despite being cancelled by Sports Interactive and SEGA, Football Manager 25 is still available to pre-order on Steam. The cancelled football management sim is currently listed for the pre-order price of £40.49, even though it isn’t actually coming out. Anybody who does accidentally purchase the game will be able…
Rockstar Games parent company Take-Two has held its latest earnings call for the most recent financial quarter. As part of the Take-Two earnings call, the company provided an update on its future plans, including the status of GTA 6. And the good news is that according to CEO Strauss Zelnick,…
Rockstar Games parent company Take-Two is about to hold an earnings call for investors, which means we should get an official update about Grand Theft Auto 6. Fans hoping to find out more about the GTA 6 release date will be keeping an eye on the Take-Two earnings call, which…
This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Shinobi X, Link Between Worlds, Alan Wake and Castlevania (Image: SEGA) Last year I made a conscious effort to tackle my video game backlog, which had been steadily growing since the…
PS Plus Extra and Premium subscribers will soon be treated to a selection of new PS4, PS5 and PlayStation classic games for February 2025. The next wave of PlayStation Plus Extra games will be available to download and play on the morning of February 18. Unfortunately, however, it’s not all…
Nintendo fans will be pleased to hear that the company is taking extra care to avoid stock shortages at launch. The original Switch was hard to come by when it released back in 2017, while the PS5 was absolutely plagued by stock shortages for almost an entire year after launch.…
Stardew Valley fans are just learning the game isn’t as cosy as it seems. Ever since its release in 2016, the farm life simulation game has become a cult classic among gamers looking for something relaxing to while away the hours on. Stardew Valley has even become the blueprint for…
Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 is finally coming to PC and consoles, nearly seven years after the release of the original. The action role-playing game has earned almost universal praise from critics, sitting pretty with an 87% score on Metacritic. If the review scores have whetted your appetite for some Medieval…
Microsoft’s expansion into third-party publishing will continue with the release of the Nintendo Switch 2. The Xbox platform holder began porting games to other consoles with the release of titles like Sea of Thieves and Hi-Fi Rush in 2024. Microsoft has followed this up in 2025, announcing plans to bring…
The Nintendo Switch 2 release date, price and pre-order information will be officially revealed during the upcoming Nintendo Direct conference on April 2. This means fans face an agonising wait to find out whether they’ll be able to get their hands on the new Nintendo console at launch. Fortunately, however,…
According to a report on ComicBook, the Nintendo Switch launch line-up could contain Metroid Prime 4, as well as an unknown Legend of Zelda remake/remaster. That’s on top of the previously reported Breath of the Wild remaster, which was shown to developers to demonstrate the power of the Switch 2.…
With a massive 94% user rating on Steam, The Stanley Parable Ultra Deluxe is a unique narrative adventure featuring hundreds of branching paths and possibilities. Playable on PS4 and PS5, the Ultra Deluxe version contains a host of upgrades and improvements over the 2013 original. This includes a big graphical…
It’s the age-old problem for platformers: how do you make them challenging for diehards who’ve been jumping on mushrooms since the NES days, without putting off players who give up at anything more hardcore than Kirby? For Gimmick 2, the approach the developers of this cutesy 2D platform game –…
The Nintendo Switch 2 release date may be a mystery until the upcoming Direct on April 2, but it looks like a fresh leak may have revealed new information about the console’s price. The bad news is that the Nintendo Switch 2 will almost certainly cost more than the original…
UPDATE 2: Fortnite update 33.30 is available to download now, although you won’t be able to enjoy the new content until downtime ends after 11am. According to the game files, Fortnite OG Season 2’s loot pool includes Small Shields, Multi-Surface Damage Trap, Boogie Bomb, Suppressed Pistol, Cozy Campfire, Chug Jug,…
Sony recently celebrated the 30th anniversary of the PlayStation with some fun bonus features on the PS5. For starters, fans of the original PlayStation were thrilled to be greeted by the classic PSOne start up screen when turning on the PS5. Likewise, Sony made a selection of classic PlayStation themes…
Harry Potter fans will be thrilled to hear that video game spinoff Hogwarts Legacy is about to get a magical new update. Available for PC users on Steamand Epic Games Store, the new update adds mod support to Hogwarts Legacy. Available completely free of charge, Hogwarts Legacy mod support has…
Sony has announced plans to make big changes to PlayStation Plus subscriptions. At the time of writing, subscribers to the PS Plus Essentials tier receive three free games each month. This typically includes a couple of games that are playable on both PS4 and PS5. However, in a move that…
Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion is one of the biggest and most impressive action RPGs ever made. The popular role-playing game arguably put the series on the map, attracting a more mainstream audience following its release on Xbox 360. It also contains one of gaming’s most iconic moments, as players exit…
Nintendo Switch 2 will reportedly launch in either May or June, although we won’t for sure until after the next Nintendo Direct on April 2. What we do know is that fans will be able to go hands-on with the console during special events taking place around the world during…
Maybe it was the year long stock shortages or the lack of proper current-gen exclusives, but the latest console generation still feels reasonably fresh. In reality, the PS5 launched all the way back in 2020, and we’re already hearing rumours about the PS6 release date. Indeed, according to the latest…
Call of Duty publisher Activision has announced plans to release a new season of Black Ops 6 and Warzone. Black Ops 6 Season 2 has a January 28 release date on PlayStation, Xbox and PC. The new content will be available from 6pm GMT UK time. The huge new content…
Meet Igor and Dmitry Bukhman, the masterminds behind some of the world’s most popular mobile games, who have amassed a staggering £12.5billion fortune, eclipsing the wealth of internationally renowned figures in the gaming industry. The brothers, who grew up in poverty in post-Soviet Russia, topped The Sunday Times Gaming Rich…
PS Plus subscribers are just days away from discovering the identity of the new games joining the service in February 2025. The next batch of PlayStation Plus Essentials will be revealed at 4.30pm GMT UK time on January 29. You’ll be able to download and play the free PS4 and…
Fortnite developer Epic Games has released a new update on PS5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Android and Nintendo Switch. The surprise new Fortnite update makes a series of balance changes to Battle Royale and Zero Build. As you can see from the patch notes further down…
The Nintendo Switch 2 has finally been unveiled, although we’ll have to wait a little while longer for information about the release date, price, pre-orders and games. Indeed, a Nintendo Direct presentation in April will further spotlight the console, and give fans a taste of some of the new games…
After an expensive Christmas and New Year, January is time to tighten the purse strings and save some cash. In fact, with sites like eBay and Vinted making it free to sell, alongside high-street retailers like CEX buying your old tech, you can actually make some money while saving cash.…
Sony is gearing up to announce the PlayStation Plus free games for February 2025, although you’ll have to wait a couple of weeks before you can start playing. The next batch of free PS4 and PS5 games will be revealed by Sony at 4.30pm GMT UK time on January 29.…
Popular free-to-play game Infinity Nikki is about to get a huge new update, although the good news ends there. Infinity Nikki update 1.2 has a January 23 release date for fans living in the UK. Sadly, however, the game has been taken offline in order to implement the PlayStation and…
Red Dead Redemption 2 is undoubtedly one of the best games ever, earning a 97-rating on Metacritic and topping the list of best PS4 releases. If you’re yet to play the open-world action game, then the good news is that it’s reduced to its lowest price ever. Steam users can…
It doesn’t matter where you store your PlayStation 5, dust will always find its way into the machine. This dust can put your gaming console at risk of overheating, especially if you’ve allowed the dust and debris to accumulate over time. To guard against this, a tech expert, who is…
Marvel Rivals has just received a big new update ahead of the imminent Spring Festival in-game event. The latest Marvel Rivals update lays the foundation for the upcoming event, which comes with a new game mode and brand new set of rewards. The Spring Festival event has a January 23…
If you’ve purchased a PS5 and want to get the most out of your console, then you might want to pay Argos a visit. The UK retailer is currently selling the 48-inch LG OLED B46LA Smart TV for the discounted price of £699. That’s the lowest price yet. It’s ideal…
Microsoft has announced the next wave of titles coming to Xbox Game Pass in January and early February. After a lacklustre start to the year for Game Pass releases, it’s fair to say that things are well and truly picking up as we head into February. Indeed, if it wasn’t…
The new Diablo 4 season is about to begin on PlayStation, Xbox and PC via Steam. Diablo 4 Season 7 – titled Season of Witchcraft – has a January 21 release date and a 6pm GMT UK launch time. The next Diablo 4 season introduces a brand new Questline centred…
After a few months without any new content, Mortal Kombat 1 is finally getting another new guest character. Available as part of the Khaos Reigns expansion pass, Conan the Barbarian is joining the MK1 roster of playable fighters. Conan the Barbarian has a January 21 release date on PS5, Xbox…
A direct sequel to the 2018 God of War reboot, Ragnarok has a whopping 94% score on Metacritic. The game sees Kratos and his son Atreus journey to each of the Nine Realms ahead of the ultimate world-ending battle. “Along the way, they will explore stunning, mythical landscapes, and face…
The Nintendo Switch 2 is said to be announced anytime today as the newest console in the gaming giant’s fleet. While nothing has been announced, just yet, all anticipation points to today, January 16 – but it’s not the only update. As some fans eagerly await the news it appears…
EA FC 25 is about to get a major new update on PS5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC. Unlike the usual array of bug fixes and small tweaks, the new EA Sports FC 25 update will make significant changes to the entire game. The Gameplay Refresh…
Nintendo unveiled the Switch 2 with a short hardware trailer earlier this week. While it was great to finally get a look at the new console, Nintendo left out lots of important information about the Switch 2. We don’t know the exact release date, what new games will be available…
The Nintendo Switch 2 has been officially unveiled ahead of its 2025 release date. As you can see from the trailer below, the new Nintendo console is much larger than before, and features a selection of upgrades over the original. Nintendo will reveal even more about the new console during…
The Nintendo Switch 2 is expected to launch in either May or June, although we won’t know for sure until the next Nintendo Direct on April 2. Likewise, pricing and pre-order information is also expected to be revealed during the upcoming Nintendo Direct. Despite the lack of release date and…
Fortnite developer Epic Games has confirmed plans to hold a special Godzilla x Kong in-game event. Just days after the release of update 33.20, Epic Games has detailed the brand new crossover event, which will be available on PS5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC and…
The Nintendo Switch 2 trailer wasn’t quite as informative as we would have liked, although it’s nice to finally get a look at the long-rumoured new console. As you can see from the trailer below, the Nintendo Switch 2 features a bigger display, superior Joy-Cons and backwards compatibility. The trailer…
UPDATE: Confirming earlier rumours, the Nintendo Switch 2 has been officially unveiled by Nintendo. In a new hardware trailer that you can see below, the Nintendo Switch 2 console appears to be bigger than the current model, featuring improved Joy-Cons, a more flexible kickstand and backwards compatibility. Sadly, however, it’s…
Path of Exile 2 is getting a big new update on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC (via Steam). Just a few weeks into early access, Path of Exile 2 developer Grinding Gear Games is making some seriously big changes to the game. Path of Exile 2 update 0.1.1 has…
UPDATE: Diablo 4 Season 6 will have a January 21 end date, which means you have less than a week before new content launches as part of Season of Witchcraft. ORIGINAL: Diablo 4 developer Blizzard has revealed more about Season 7 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Titled Season…
PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers are counting down to the reveal of the new games for January 2025. Consisting of around a dozen PS4 and PS5 games, the PlayStation Plus Extra line-up will be unveiled by Sony at 4.30pm GMT UK time on January 15. The games will be…
Gamers – we all know that download speeds can be important, especially as AAA games are more than 100GB in size and can take hours to download. So in 2025, you might be looking to upgrade those speeds. The good news is that EE has some great broadband deals for gamers who…
Call of Duty fans can say goodbye to an irritating crash, as Treyarch releases a new update on PlayStation, Xbox and PC. The latest Call of Duty update is available to download for both Warzone and Black Ops 6. As part of the update, developer Treyarch has fixed a loading…
We’re starting to get a pretty good idea about what the Nintendo Switch 2 might look like, but we don’t know how powerful it is and what games to expect at launch. There are rumours of a new Mario Kart game, plus a 3D Mario, and it seems somewhat likely…
Microsoft is the second company to beat Nintendo to the punch, announcing plans to hold a January Direct conference to hype upcoming Xbox releases. While all eyes are on Nintendo and its Switch 2 reveal, Microsoft will hold a Developer Direct to showcase some of its major new releases for…
The next wave of PS Plus Extra and Premium games are about to be unveiled by Sony. The Extra games consist of around a dozen PS4 and PS5 games, while Premium customers will be treated to a selection of PSVR 2 titles and old-school classics. After some high-profile and critically-acclaimed…
Taking place across various 3-hour periods, the Elden Ring Nightreign network test has a February 14 release date. The first test takes place from 11am to 2pm GMT UK time on February 14, followed by a second testing period from 3am GMT until 6am GMT on February 15. The third…
The Argos January sale is still going strong, although you don’t have long to take advantage of the savings. This includes an incredible deal for the PS5 Pro, which has been given a pretty big discount just a few months after launch. Sony’s powerful new PlayStation 5 Pro cost £699.99…
Fans of Marvel Rivals are counting down to the release Season 1 for the hero shooter. Titled Eternal Night Descends, Marvel Rivals Season 1 has a January 10 release date and a 9am GMT UK launch time on PlayStation, Xbox and PC. The new content will be available to access…
Nintendo has announced a new console launch for later this year… sort of. In a surprise announcement on X (formerly Twitter), Nintendo confirmed that it is partnering with LEGO to release a build-your-own Game Boy. The LEGO Game Boy has been given an October release date, although pricing and number…
Marvel Rivals Season 1 will kick off on January 10 for PlayStation, Xbox and PC. The popular free-to-play hero shooter will add new characters from The Fantastic Four, including Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman. However, before the start of the first season, developer NetEase will take the game offline for…
Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass subscription service finished 2024 with a bang, following the release of high-profile titles like Indiana Jones, Black Ops 6 and STALKER 2. This is in contrast to a few underwhelming months of PlayStation Plus releases for Essentials subscribers. However, in the battle between Xbox Game Pass…
Despite fans awaiting news of the Nintendo Switch 2, SEGA will be the first big video game company holding a presentation in 2025. Ahead of this month’s rumoured Nintendo Switch 2 reveal, SEGA has announced plans to hold a Direct conference for upcoming game Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in…
The Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch 2 face serious competition this year, as Acer announces plans to launch a gaming handheld or two. The Acer Nitro Blaze 8 and Nitro Blaze 11 were unveiled by the PC gaming company at CES in Las Vegas. As the names suggest, the Nitro…
UPDATE: The First Descendant update 1.2.3 is out now on PlayStation, Xbox and PC. Among other things, the new update increases the maximum capacity of High-Power Rounds and increases the efficiency of the High-Power Rounds Conversion Module. Elsewhere, developer NEXON has upped controller sensitivity setting from 100 to 200, and…
Apex Legends is taking it back to where it all began with the launch of the previously announced Launch Royale event. Unlike the previous Launch Royale LTM, the latest limited-time Apex Legends game mode combines the old and new. This means you can play with all of the old-school weapons,…
With franchises like Mario, Zelda and Pokemon, it’s unusual for Nintendo exclusives not to appear in end of year top ten lists. However, that’s exactly what happened when looking back at the best games of 2024, which didn’t contain any Nintendo Switch exclusives. Nintendo released lots of Switch exclusives in…
Despite rumours to the contrary, we didn’t get a GTA 6 trailer at the end of December. In fact, we didn’t get anything GTA 6 related in 2024, other than a few updates to investors. However, with the release date still scheduled for autumn 2025, Rockstar Games will need to…
Call of Duty Black Ops 6 has been given a huge new update by Treyarch. The January 3 update introduces the Squid Game crossover to Call of Duty on PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC. As you can see from the patch notes below, this includes three…
With games like Baldur’s Gate 3, Tears of the Kingdom and Super Mario Bros. Wonder topping the charts, it’s fair to say that 2023 was always going to be a tough act to follow. However, despite one or two high-profile flops along the way (Suicide Squad and Star Wars Outlaws,…
Kingdom Come Deliverance is one of the final free games to be given away as part of the Epic Games Holiday Sale. It’s another major release in a list that consists of free games such as Sifu, Vampire Survivors, Control and Ghostrunners 2. It also has pretty major implications for…
If you’ve been biding your time to bag a bargain in the Steam Winter Sale, the now is the time to pull the trigger. The Steam Winter Sale has been running for almost two weeks, which means it’s finally about to come to an end. Indeed, if you want to…
PlayStation Plus subscribers are counting down to the reveal of the free PS4 and PS5 games for January 2025. A little later than usual, the PS Plus Essentials will be unveiled by Sony at 4.30pm GMT UK time on the afternoon of January 1. Subscribers will have to wait even…
One of the biggest selling games of the decade is currently available for just over a tenner as part of the New Year sales. With more than 30 million sales since launching in 2023, Hogwarts Legacy is second only to Animal Crossing New Horizons in terms of biggest selling new…
Argos customers can grab discounts on a wide selection of video games, consoles and accessories as part of the retailer’s New Year sale. This includes a fantastic deal for the PS5 Pro, which has been given a pretty sizeable discount despite only launching in November. Sony’s ultra-powerful new PlayStation console…
The PlayStation Plus games for January 2025 are just days away from being revealed by Sony. The delayed reveal takes place at 4.30pm GMT UK time on the afternoon of January 1. This means you’ll have to wait until January 7 before you can download and play the new releases.…
This Christmas brainteaser is almost as tough as the challenge of working out what to get your family and friends to open on the big day itself. It requires you to pay close attention to the picture of all of these sports balls because all is not what it seems.…
Mums and dads are clueless about how to ensure their children’s tech presents are safe for them, new research has revealed. According to the study, eight in 10 parents are worried about their children’s unrestricted access to the Internet. But almost half of them (44%) don’t understand how to add…
A recreation of the classic ZX Spectrum computer, The Spectrum is one of the must-have retro gaming gifts this Christmas. The Spectrum supports 720p HD output via HDMI and comes with four USB ports for controllers and joysticks. Multiple save states are available for each game, alongside a rewind feature,…
Palworld fans are counting down to the release of the next major update on PC, PS5 and Xbox. A special treat ahead of Christmas, Palworld’s brand new Feybreak update has a December 23 release date on all platforms. Based on past updates, the Palworld Feybreak update should be available to…
It looks like the Nintendo Switch 2 could be revealed at Christmas, albeit not by Nintendo. A recent report on Reddit suggests the new Nintendo console and its dock is in the hands of one lucky fan. We’ll get to the good stuff shortly, but the leaker has promised to…
It’s fair to say that we may be through the looking glass when it comes to GTA 6 theories. Indeed, if the latest theory is anything to go by, we may be getting GTA 6 Trailer 2 on December 27. The rumours started when a Rockstar Games employee posted a…
Palworld Feybreak update is out now on all platforms (Image: POCKETPAIR) Palworld’s massive new Feybreak update has been released just in time for Christmas. Available for PS5, PC and Xbox Series X, Palworld update 0.4.11 introduces a whole host of new features, including the game’s biggest island yet. As you…
Fortnite fans are counting down to the release of the hotly anticipated Cyberpunk 2077 crossover. After a recent leak following the release of the latest update, Epic Games has officially announced plans to make Cyberpunk 2077 skins and items available to purchase from the Fortnite item shop. Featuring the likes…
The Steam Winter Sale runs from December 19 until January 2, and features discounts on thousands of games. In fact, some discounts have gone live early, including an absolutely incredible price cut on one of the best games of all time. For a limited time only, Mass Effect Legendary Edition…
Overwatch 2 fans are counting down to the start of the Winter Wonderland event for 2024. The festive-themed Winter Wonderland event has a December 19 release date and a 6pm GMT UK start time for PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch and PC. Featuring a host of Christmas rewards and limited-time game…
If the Steam Winter Sale is too much for your wallet to take, then you might want to visit the Epic Games Store instead. Epic Games is giving away a free game every day until early 2025. No strings attached. The latest free PC gaming giveaway is a particularly good…
PlayStation Plus subscribers are counting down to the reveal of the free PS4 and PS5 games for January 2025. And it looks like fans could be in for a long wait, because the PS Plus games won’t be revealed until January. Because of the way the dates fall, the next…
Fortnite developer Epic Games is doing things a little differently with its Winterfest event in 2024. Unlike previous years, it looks like Winterfest 2024 will launch with a special in-game event, most likely involving the huge block of ice defrosting in the island. Fortnite Winterfest 2024 has a December 20…
The Steam servers appear to have gone down, leaving millions of customers unable to access the Winter Sale. The Steam server status makes grim reading for fans, who have complained about not being able to access the storefront. Independent website Down Detector has received thousands of reports that Steam isn’t…
One of the biggest events in PC gaming, the Steam Winter Sale is about to return for 2024. The Steam Winter Sale has been given a December 19 start date and a 6pm GMT UK start time. Indeed, if you are thinking of buying a full-priced Steam game, it might…
The Nintendo Switch 2 is gaming’s biggest mystery. We know Nintendo is working on a new console and that it will almost certainly launch in 2025, but we don’t know when it will be announced, we don’t have a dedicated release date, and technically we don’t even know what it…
UPDATE 2: Lots of new Fortnite festive skins have been discovered as part of update 33.11. Insiders such as Shiina have discovered new Christmas-themed skins for the likes of Shaq and Snoop Dogg. That’s on top of a brand new crossover involving Mariah Carey! A Samurai version of Darth Vader…
Fortnite servers are about to be taken offline for the final update of the year, Epic Games has confirmed. Fortnite update 33.11 is coming to PS5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Nintendo Switch and Android on December 18. The new content won’t be available until server maintenance…
Apex Legends developer Respawn is getting ready to host a new event for Christmas. The Winter’s Haunt event has a December 17 release date on PlayStation, Xbox and PC. Fans can start playing from 6pm GMT UK time. The Apex Legends Winter’s Haunt event features a brand new selection of…
Path of Exile 2 fans are about to be treated to a huge new update on PC (via Steam), PS5 and Xbox Series X. Since launching earlier this month, developer Grinding Gear Games has been collecting feedback on the early access game. The developer has used some of this feedback…
If you’re thinking of buying a new PC game on Steam today, then don’t! Unless the game in question is already on sale with a big discount, you’re better off waiting for the upcoming Steam Winter Sale. One of the big annual events in the PC gaming calendar, the Steam…
In a blink and you’ll miss it moment at The Game Awards, SEGA announced that Yakuza studio Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio is working on a Virtua Fighter game. It was then revealed that the game in question is Virtua Fighter 5 REVO, which is coming to Steam on January 27,…
After recently ruling out an Elden Ring sequel, I can’t say I was expecting FromSoftware to announce a new Elden Ring game at this year’s Game Awards. In one of the biggest surprises of the night, however, FromSoftware did just that. Launching in 2025, Elden Ring Nightreign is a multiplayer…
Speaking to TikTok personality Connor Mather, Take Two CEO Strauss Zelnick hyped the upcoming Grand Theft Auto sequel, describing it as “extraordinary”. “I think it’ll be extraordinary and worth waiting for,” Zelnick said. “Our teams are focused on what’s new that you haven’t even thought about. “You thought you were…
It’s all part of the Epic Games Store Holiday Sale, which features discounts, bonuses and free game giveaways. The first game to be given away for free is Lord of the Rings Return to Moria, which is available from now until 4pm GMT on December 19. Lord of the Rings…
In terms of quality new game releases, it’s fair to say that 2024 has been a mixed bag for PlayStation Plus Extra subscribers. Nothing exemplifies this more than the December line-up, which is another middling batch of PS4 and PS5 games. The December line-up is headlined by a personal favourite…
Despite middling reviews, Marvel Rivals has proven to be a much bigger success than Concord, racking up more than 10 million downloads since launching earlier this month. With a decent roster of heroes and villains, not to mention an appealing price tag (it’s free), Marvel Rivals looks like it could…
Call of Duty Black Ops 6 is about to hold a free trial event for fans yet to try the latest entry in the popular series. Activision is giving PlayStation, Xbox and PC users the ability to play Black Ops 6 Multiplayer and Zombies for free over the next week.…
On the face of it, The Game Awards is about recognising the best video games, studios and performers from the past year. Of course, what gaming fans really care about are the new game announcements, trailers and surprise reveals that have become a staple of the annual event. For UK…
The annual Game Awards take place later this week, complete with a host of new game announcements, trailers and surprises. After a year without any new GTA 6 footage from Rockstar Games, one surprise fans are particularly clamouring for is the release of the second Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer.…
The final batch of PS Plus Extra and Premium games for 2024 are about to be revealed by Sony. Consisting of around a dozen PS4 and PS5 games, as well as a handful of retro games and the odd PSVR 2 release, the new PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium games…
The third game in the Taito Milestones trilogy is out now on Nintendo Switch, complete with ten arcade classics from the 1980s and 90s. While the first two collections were a little hit and miss, Taito Milestones 3 is a far more consistent package. You’ve got absolute bangers like Rastan…
Overwatch 2 fans are counting down to the start of a brand new season, which is shaping up to be the biggest yet. Overwatch 2 Season 14 has a December 10 release date on PS5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox One, PC and Nintendo Switch. Accompanied by a big…
It’s been a busy few weeks for Fortnite. We’ve had the big Juice WRLD concert, the launch of a new Chapter, the return to the old-school with Fortnite OG, the release of the Doom 2099 skin, and now a big new update. Fortnite update 33.10 has a December 10 release…
Video games have changed a lot since I was a kid. It used to be that you bought a new game, popped the cartridge in your console and started playing. Now you’ve got pre-order bonuses, day-one updates, Battle Passes, online multiplayer and a whole lot more. It’s a lot to…
Doctor Doom is once again returning to Fortnite, only this time in a futuristic new form. According to an Epic Games post on social media, the Doom 2099 skin has been given a December 9 release date in Fortnite. US players can grab the new skin when the item shop…
Call of Duty fans are counting down to the release of Season 1 Reloaded, which adds new content to Black Ops 6, Warzone and Zombies. Black Ops 6 Season 1 Reloaded has a December 5 release date on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC. The mid-season update…
PS Plus subscribers will be hoping for some festive cheer courtesy of the Extra and Premium games for December 2024. The final batch of PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium games will be unveiled by Sony on the afternoon of December 11. The PS4 and PS5 games will be available to…
PC users will be able to play once the clock strikes midnight, but only if they pre-load the game early. Pre-loading is currently available on Steam, and because it’s a free-to-play game, no pre-ordering is required. Unfortunately for console players, Marvel Rivals won’t be available to download and install until…
I love luxury controllers. Not because I like spending money but I really feel the difference in quality. Bad controllers can result in annoying stick drift, buttons sticking, and other issues that I don’t enjoy dealing with in the middle of a game. My go-to controller is the Xbox Elite…
UPDATE: The Path of Exile 2 developer has warned about potential server issues over the course of the weekend. With Path of Exile 2 entering early access at 7pm GMT UK time on December 6, developer Grinding Gear Games has told fans to expect login queues during the coming days.…
Fortnite OG Chapter 1, Season 1 is coming to PS5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Nintendo Switch and Android. Fortnite OG takes things back to the old-school, re-introducing map locations, items and weapons from the early days of Fortnite Battle Royale. However, unlike previous trips down memory…
The First Descendant Season 2 is about to begin on PS5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. The First Descendant Season 2 has a December 5 release date, and a 2pm GMT UK launch time. Unfortunately, however, the new season will be preceded by a period of extended…
Just a few weeks after the launch of Call of Duty Warzone and Black Ops 6 Season 1, and Activision is back with the big mid-season update. Call of Duty Warzone Season 1 Reloaded has a December 5 release date on PlayStation, Xbox and PC. The new season will be…
If you’ve visited everywhere in The Lands Between and finally conquered the Land of Shadow, then you’ll be eager to find out what developer FromSoftware is planning to release next. Indeed, all eyes are on December’s Game Awards, where fans will be hoping for some kind of surprise game reveal…
It’s hard to believe that the first GTA 6 trailer made its debut almost a year ago to the day. With a record-breaking number of views on YouTube, the trailer has proven to be extremely popular with fans, who have pored over every detail ahead of the game’s autumn 2025…
The Spectrum retro gaming review (Image: RETRO GAMES LTD) This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more What we love Working keyboard with authentic rubber keys Great selection of built-in games Can add your own games via USB Menu…
PlayStation Plus Essentials subscribers are counting down to the release of the free PS4 and PS5 games for December. The next wave of PS Plus games have a December 3 release date and an estimated 11am GMT UK launch time. Needless to say, this is your final warning to redeem…
Amazon Best Black Friday 2024 deals (Image: GETTY) UPDATE: Another Amazon Black Friday deal worth checking out is the huge discount on Sony’s PSVR 2 device. The PlayStation VR 2 headset is available for just £339, which represents a 36% discount on the original £529.99 asking price. These devices have…
UPDATE 3: With 14 million players logging in for the end of season Juice WRLD concert, chances are a few of you couldn’t jump the queue and enter the servers. Fortunately, however, Epic Games has confirmed timings for the Encore concert, which will take place shortly before the start of…
The news was announced by Epic Games on X, alongside a preview of Chapter 6, Season 1. “Prepare to hunt and slay demons!” reads an Epic tweet. “Downtime for v33.00 begins at 10 PM ET with matchmaking ending shortly beforehand.” Fortnite (including LEGO Fortnite, Creative, Battle Royale, Fortnite Festival, Save…
Fortnite developer Epic Games is gearing up to launch a brand new Battle Royale experience with Chapter 6, Season 1. Fortnite Chapter 6, Season 1 has a December 1 release date on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Android and Nintendo Switch. The next Chapter and Season introduces…
Fortnite developer Epic Games is getting ready to hold a giant end of season event in Battle Royale. Titled Remix: The Finale, the Fortnite Juice WRLD event will be available on all platforms, including PS5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Android and Nintendo Switch. Bringing an end…
Argos customers can grab some fantastic bargains during Black Friday, including deals on the Nintendo Switch OLED and various other tech products. While most of the deals are fairly predictable, one discount that has surprised us is for the newly released Meta Quest 3S 128GB Mixed Reality Headset. Despite only…
The thing I love most about virtual reality is that when done right, it really makes you feel like part of the game world. Batman Arkham Shadow makes you feel like a real superhero, Creed Rise to Glory transforms you into a heavyweight boxer, and Resident Evil 4 puts you…
Every week it feels like a new must-have retro gaming gadget is released. Last week we had The Spectrum, while this week it’s the turn of the Atari 7800+. Similar to last year’s excellent Atari 2600+, the Atari 7800+ is compatible with most of your old 2600 and 7800 cartridges. …
If Wordle isn’t providing much of a challenge these days, then Connections might be the game for you. The devilishly difficult word game is so hard that you’ll almost certainly need a hint or two. Indeed, if you’re struggling to solve the Connections puzzle for November 28, then head down…
Steam is the latest video game platform to get in on the Black Friday festivities, launching a mammoth sale packed with discounts. The Steam Autumn Sale runs from November 27 until 6pm GMT UK time on December 4. It really is a huge sale, featuring thousands of games that are…
UPDATE: More games are available at massively reduced prices ahead of today’s Steam Autumn Sale. For the next few hours only, Steam customers can purchase Nioh Complete Edition for £9.19, Nioh 2 Complete Edition for £27.49, Dead or Alive 6 for £10.99, Wo Long Fallen Dynasty for £29.24, and Children…
If you’ve been paying attention to some of the early Black Friday deals, then you’ll know there are big bargains to be found on the Nintendo Switch and some of its best games. The Nintendo eShop, for example, is selling Hogwarts Legacy for just £14.99 and Portal Companion Collection for…
With backwards compatibility and new games like Metroid Prime 4 and Pokemon Legends Z-A on the horizon, the Nintendo Switch 2 already feels like it will be a success when it eventually makes its debut. However, it is starting to feel like Nintendo’s inactivity on the Switch 2 front could…
Mortal Kombat 1 fans are counting down to the release of the game’s newest guest fighter, as Ghostface from Scream joins the roster. Armed with a knife and wearing the iconic mask and costume, Ghostface is the first of three guest fighters joining the game as part of the Khaos…
There’s good news for PlayStation Plus subscribers, because Sony is about to reveal a new batch of free PS4 and PS5 games. The December 2024 PS Plus Essentials will be announced by Sony on November 27, before launching a week later on December 3. December’s batch of games will replace…
It may be roughly a year away from launch, but that hasn’t stopped GTA 6 from already winning a big industry award. No doubt the first of many awards to come, Grand Theft Auto 6 was voted Most Wanted Game at the recent Golden Joysticks. Likely to win a similar…
If you’ve got your eye on one or two new PC games on Steam this weekend, then we would recommend waiting just a few more days before opening your wallet. Unless a game on your wishlist is currently reduced in price, it’s worth waiting until the Steam Autumn Sale, which…
UPDATE: Fortnite update 32.11 is out now. Ahead of next week’s end of season event, the new update adds the Juice WRLD items and skins. As you can see from the Juice WRLD showcase from Hypex below, the new content includes the Lucid Dreams emote and Jam track. The countdown…
Unlike last month where it felt like we were waiting for an eternity to find out the monthly PS Plus games, Sony is getting ready to reveal the December line-up sooner rather than later. Fresh off the back of the release of the PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium games, PS…
It also offers controllers for a mere £40, undercutting Sony’s prices, so it might be worth doing a quick price comparison on Amazon before you commit to shopping on Sony’s website. Amazon is also retailing the PSVR 2 for just £339, shaving another £10 off Sony’s price. However, if you’re…
Developed by Codemasters and published by Electronic Arts, F1 24 is unquestionably one of the best looking video games available today. From the accurate recreations of real-world race tracks to the stunning rain and weather effects, F1 24 is worth playing even if you don’t particularly follow the sport. The…
The Nintendo Switch Black Friday sale is in full swing, running from now until end of play on December 1. One of the most comprehensive sales on the platform to date, Switch fans can grab discounts on all sorts of games, from new releases like EA Sports FC 25, to…
Fortnite servers have been taken offline for the release of the final update of the current season, which is available on the morning of November 21. Fortnite update 32.11 is available download now on PS5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Nintendo Switch and Android. While you can…
Black Friday doesn’t officially take place until November 29, but that hasn’t stopped companies like Nintendo from kicking off sales early. Featuring discounts on hundreds of games, the Nintendo Switch eShop Black Friday sale runs from now until end of play on December 1. As part of the sale, Nintendo…
The countdown is on for the launch of open-world survival game STALKER 2 Heart of Chornobyl. STALKER 2 Heart of Chornobyl has a November 20 release date on Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam. According to the official countdown timer, STALKER 2 Heart of Chornobyl has a 4pm GMT…
Four years after its original release, Genshin Impact is finally coming to Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. The free-to-play adventure game has a November 20 release date on Xbox and a 3am GMT release time for fans living in the UK. With a file size of approximately 100GB,…
If the price of the PS5 Pro seems a bit too steep for your liking, there’s always some great prices on the original PS5 as Currys has launched some early deals. Currys are offering a decent price cut on the PS5 slim console with the price coming down to £370 just…
The latest game in Microsoft’s surprisingly popular Flight Simulator series is about to make its debut on Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and PC. Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 has a November 19 release date on PC and consoles. For UK players, Microsoft Flight Sim 24 has a 4pm GMT…
Sony recently announced the PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium games for November 2024. Available from the morning of November 19, the new PlayStation Plus games include Dying Light 2, Like a Dragon Ishin and GTA 5. Unfortunately, however, it’s not all good news because multiple PS4 and PS5 games will…
Microsoft has shed light on its future plans for the Xbox brand, including plans to potentially release a dedicated handheld device. While the device is still a few years away from becoming a reality, it’s bad news for the Nintendo Switch 2 and Steam Deck, which could both suddenly face some…
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is the newest FPS on the market – and despite numerous iterations of the game, it seems to have blown up in the past month. Reviewers have given glowing praise about the campaign and the multiplayer has that addicting gameplay loop that we all…
UPDATE: Argos has raised the price of the console now but Currys has price-matched Argos’ old price. You can find it right here. The PS5 Pro has seen it’s first mjaor price cut since it was released only just last week. An absolute shocker but perfect for people who have…
The PS5 Pro has experienced its second significant price reduction since its release just last week. In a surprising move, Currys has slashed the console’s price by £40, bringing it down to £669 from its original RRP of £699.99. This rapid price drop may suggest that the consoles aren’t selling…
UPDATE: Sony has unveiled the PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium games for November 2024, which will be available to download on November 19. Premium subscribers will have access to PSVR 2 game Synapse, as well as the previously announced Blood Omen: Legacy of Kain and Blood Omen 2. That’s on…
The PS5 Pro does not come with a Disc Drive as standard but you can add one on using this bundle to keep on playing your disc games. The PS5 Pro’s RRP is a slightly daunting £699 but the deal will cut the price down to just £636 with a…
The new Warzone Resurgence map is called Area 99, and is essentially a hugely expanded version of Nuketown. The desert map features a host of roadways and sandy trenches, which are said to be centred around a central “bullseye” reactor. Points of interest include a Mannequin factory, as well as…
Just a few weeks after its successful launch, Call of Duty publisher Activision is getting ready to launch Black Ops 6 Season 1. Black Ops 6 Season 1 has a November 14 release date and a 6pm GMT launch time for fans in the UK. (That’s 10am PT for US…
Fortnite fans are counting down to the release of update 32.10 on PS5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC, Android and Nintendo Switch. The first and only major Fortnite Remix update of the season has a November 13 release date. According to Epic Games, the update itself will…
After a slightly disappointing few months of new releases, all eyes are on Sony as it gets ready to announce the PS Plus Extra and Premium games for November 2024. The next batch of PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium games will be unveiled by Sony at 4.30pm GMT UK time…
Overwatch 2 fans are counting down to the release of a limited time game mode based on classic Overwatch. Seemingly inspired by the success of Fortnite Remix, Overwatch Classic takes things back to the old-school, featuring the original heroes, maps, abilities, and 6v6 gameplay. Overwatch Classic has a November 12…
Grand Theft Auto 6 will certainly be the biggest new game release of 2025. Rockstar Games will likely sell tens of millions of copies at launch, before making even more money from the online component. Of course, when you’re dealing with a game as ambitious as GTA 6, there’s a…
I’m not sure if I have freakish ears or whether this is a normal phenomenon, but I have real trouble finding wireless earbuds that fit. Anything other than the standard Apple Airpods drop out of my ears the moment I move my head. I was expecting something similar from the…
UPDATE: Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick has given his thoughts about Nintendo Switch 2 backwards compatibility. The Take-Two boss said the news was good for his company’s library of games, which he claims are among the best-selling on the console. “Backward compatibility is good for our catalogue, and we think we…
Sony is getting ready to announce the PS Plus Extra and Premium games for November 2024, just days after Ghostwire Tokyo and Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 joined the Essentials tier. The next batch of PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium games will be revealed on the afternoon of November 13. Subscribers…
Available for £699.99, Sony’s powerful new PS5 Pro console is out now. The PS5 Pro has a 2TB SSD, and is bundled with a DualSense controller and a copy of Astro’s Playroom. The console also comes with a bigger GPU for improved performance, as well as Advanced Ray-Tracing capabilities and…
After months of rumours and leaks, Sony unveiled the PS5 Pro at an event back in September. Less than two months on and Sony’s new and improved PlayStation 5 console is finally in the hands of pre-order customers. Available from today for the grand total of £699.99, the PS5 Pro…
While I really liked Horizon Zero Dawn when it originally launched back in 2017, I was cynical when Sony announced plans to remaster the game for PS5. A ridiculously good looking game to begin with, Horizon Zero Dawn was far less deserving and needing of a PS5 remaster, especially compared…
Sony is about to release the free PlayStation Plus Essentials for November 2024. Consisting of three PS4/PS5 games, the next batch of PlayStation Plus Essentials have a November 5 release date. Headlined by Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 Turbocharged, the free PS4 and PS5 games will be available to download and…
This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Stardew Valley update 1.6 (Image: CONCERNED APE) Stardew Valley fans are counting down to the release of update 1.6 for PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch and Android. The huge Stardew Valley update…
UPDATE 3: Epic Games has announced the Chapter 2 Remix launch time and maintenance period. You can read all about the new map, Battle Pass, server downtime schedule and weekly roadmap by clicking the links below. READ MORE: Fortnite Chapter 2 Remix release time, date, server downtime, Battle Pass, map,…
UPDATE: Fortnite developer Epic Games estimates that downtime will last for a whopping seven hours! According to the estimated maintenance schedule posted on the Epic Games server status website, downtime is expected to run from 6am GMT until 1pm GMT UK time. It’s worth pointing out, however, that Epic posted…
Sony recently announced the PlayStation Plus games for November 2024. The November Essentials are co-headlined by Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 – Turbocharged and Ghostwire Tokyo. Available from the morning of November 5, the aforementioned games will be joined by Death Note Killer Within for PS4 and PS5. However, you don’t…
Fortnite fans are counting down to the start of Chapter 2 Remix, which takes things back to the old-school. Fortnite Chapter 2 Remix was preceded by an in-game concert featuring the likes of Ice Spice and Snoop Dogg. The season will continue the musical theme when it launches on Saturday…
Fortnite fans are counting down to the start of a new Remix season, which will be preceded by an in-game event. Fortnite Remix: The Prelude event has a November 1 release date and a 10.30pm GMT start time for fans living in the UK. That’s 6.30pm ET for US players.…
Black Ops 6 fans are counting down to the release of the Nuketown map for the new Call of Duty. Having first appeared all the way back in 2010, the fan-favourite Nuketown map joins Black Ops 6 just a week after launch. Indeed, the Black Ops 6 Nuketown map has…
After a decade without a new game in the series, Dragon Age: The Veilguard is finally coming to PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Dragon Age Veilguard has an October 31 release date and according to the countdown timer on the PlayStation Store, will be available to start playing at…
From Resident Evil and Silent Hill, to Amnesia: Dark Descent, SOMA and P.T, the horror genre has produced some of my favourite games (and demos) of all time. 2024 has been a particularly good year for fans of the genre, with big publishers and smaller indie studios releasing some absolute…
Call of Duty Black Ops 6 definitely feels like a step in the right direction for a series that was starting to lose some steam. The game has been praised for its captivating campaign, extensive multiplayer offerings and a Zombies mode that hearkens back to the good old days. After…
Sony is getting ready to reveal the PlayStation Plus games for November 2024. The free PS4 and PS5 games have an October 30 reveal date and a 4.30pm GMT announcement time. However, with the US still on Daylight Saving Time (the clocks go back this weekend in North America), there’s…
With some of the biggest games releasing at the end of 2024, waiting for updates and big game downloads can be a real pain. So much so you wish you had slightly faster internet so you can jump into the action. But what if we told you you could get…
Diablo 4 fans are counting down to the release of the game’s next major update, which makes a ton of changes to the Vessel of Hatred expansion. Diablo 4 update 2.0.4 has an October 29 release date on PS5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC via Steam.…
Capcom’s upcoming action adventure game Monster Hunter Wilds isn’t out until February, but fans can get a taste for the game early during this week’s open beta. The Monster Hunter Wilds open beta takes places over two phases, beginning with an early access period exclusively for PS5 users with a…
Sony will reveal the new PS Plus Essentials on Wednesday, October 30 at 4.30pm GMT. The free PS4 and PS5 games will be available to download and play the following week, on the morning of November 5. While fans have a pretty good idea about what to expect from the…
The PS5 30th Anniversary collection has been selling out like crazy. What if we told you there was a way you could get it for £15 off the price of its controller. People have been reselling the controller at inflated prices since increased demand has seen a dwindle in stock,…
Fortnite fans are counting down to the release of the new She-Venom and Agony skins in the item shop. The hotly anticipated Marvel pack includes new skins and items for Eddie Brock’s ex-wife Anne Weying aka She-Venom, plus Symbiote Agony. The iconic characters will be available to purchase from the…
Fortnite developer Epic Games has taken the entire Fortnite universe offline for server maintenance. It’s all part of the launch of update 31.41, which is the first major update since the start of Fortnitemares. Available on PS5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Android and PC, update 31.41 is…
Fortnite developer Epic Games has just released a new update on PS5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Android and Nintendo Switch. The new Fortnite update will be applied to Battle Royale, Creative, LEGO Fortnite, Fortnite Festival and Rocket Racing. Launching during the ongoing Fortinitemares event, the latest…
If you’re absolutely sick of staring your boring white and black PS5 console in the corner of your room – well Sony has come out with some new covers for your slim console that are out of this world. Sony has released these Chroma plates for the PS5 slim which…
Sony’s PS Plus Premium tier has given retro gaming fans the opportunity to replay some classic games and hidden gems in 2024, after titles like Dino Crisis, Timesplitters and Mr Moskeeto all recently joined the service. If the latest leaks are anything to go by, it looks like PlayStation Plus…
Call of Duty Black Ops 6 is about to launch on PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC. The latest entry in the long-running Call of Duty series transports players back to the early 90s, where they’ll navigate the high-stakes world of global politics. Needless to say, the…
The PS5 Slim Digital Edition and regular PS5 Slim have both been given hefty discounts at Argos. For a limited time only, the regular PS5 Slim is available for £429.99, while the PS5 Slim Digital Edition is reduced to £339.99. In both cases that’s a saving of £50. Argos customers…
I always get annoyed when I see the amount of cash some retro video games are selling for in 2024, especially when I used to have the title in question. My latest gaming regret is Dreamcast shooter Cannon Spike, which was the final game to release on the doomed SEGA…
If you’re a retro gaming fan, then Digital Eclipse is probably high on your list of favourite game developers. Among other things, the studio has become famous for its gaming compilations and re-releases, working on the critically-acclaimed Atari 50, as well as Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story and The Making…
As you can tell from my recent Astro Bot review, I’m a big fan of Sony’s PlayStation Portal handheld, which lets you stream your PS5 games without losing any DualSense functionality. Still, as much as I like and appreciate the premium feel of Sony’s newest handheld, I’d much rather a…
The PlayStation 5 Pro is about to make its debut for the princely sum of £699.99. While some fans are willing to stump up the cash for the upgraded visuals and improved performance, most people are happy with the existing model, especially at these prices. Indeed, Amazon is currently selling…
Apex Legends developer Respawn is about to launch a brand new event in time for Halloween. Coming to PlayStation, Xbox and PC, the Techno Terror Collection event has an October 15 release date and a 5pm BST UK launch time. The event re-introduces the Trick N’ Treat Trios game mode,…
There’s good news and bad news for PlayStation Plus subscribers, as fans await the release of the new games for November 2024. The bad news is that the next batch of PS Plus Essentials are a long way from being revealed by Sony. Indeed, due to the way the days…
Fresh off the back of the launch of the Disney Villains skins, Fortnite developer Epic Games is getting ready to unleash another big crossover character. Confirming earlier leaks and rumours, Epic Games has unveiled the Spider-Woman Jessica Drew skin for Fortnite. The fan-favourite Marvel character has been given an October…
Overwatch 2 developer Blizzard is getting ready to release a new season of content on PS5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC. Titled Spellbinder, Overwatch 2 Season 13 has an October 15 release date and a 6pm BST launch time for fans living in the…