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Dragon Ball Super Vol. 19 Alternate Cover Gives Us Our Sorta First Canon Glimpse Of Vegeta’s Mother
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AirPods Max 2 Discounted by $120 Across Amazon and Best Buy
(8/17/2026, 12:36 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageApple's AirPods Max 2 have hit $429.00 on Amazon this week, down from $549.00. This sale is available in two colors on Amazon, while Best Buy has all five models in stock at this low price. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purcha...
Windows Server 2022 reaches end of mainstream support in 60 days
(8/17/2026, 12:33 PM) - BleepingComputerMicrosoft has reminded IT administrators that Windows Server 2022 is rapidly approaching its mainstream end date of October 2026, when it will switch to extended support. [...]
This new Xbox 360 emulator for Android runs much better than I expected
(8/17/2026, 12:31 PM) - Android AuthorityNot bad at all for a project that's been out for less than a month.
What actually happens when you let apps track your activity?
(8/17/2026, 12:30 PM) - Engadget - Technology News & Expert ReviewsWhat kind of data is being collected by our devices, and how is it being used? Should we "Ask app not to track"?
Apple's macOS Screen Sharing Flaw Is Being Exploited in the Wild
(8/17/2026, 12:20 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageThe screen sharing flaw that Apple rushed out a fix for earlier this month has already been exploited in the wild, according to the Netherlands' National Cyber Security Center (NCSC-NL). On August 6, Apple released macOS Tahoe 26.6.1, an update to the macOS Tahoe operating system that came ou...- Until Dawn Star Hayden Panettiere Tragically Passes Away Aged 36, Supermassive Games Pays Tribute To ‘One Of Horror Gaming’s Most Iconic Final Girls’
(8/17/2026, 12:17 PM) - News – PlayStation UniverseSupermassive Games has paid tribute to Until Dawn star Hayden Panettiere, who has tragically passed away aged 36. The post Until Dawn Star Hayden Panettiere Tragically Passes Away Aged 36, Supermassive Games Pays Tribute To ‘One Of Horror Gaming’s Most Iconic Final Girls’ appeared first on PlayStat... 
Call of Duty now has a guide on how to enable its convoluted security features so you can play the Modern Warfare 4 beta on PC
(8/17/2026, 12:12 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedAs we approach the first weekend of the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta, Activision's Ricochet anti-cheat team has published a detailed guide to help PC players turn on certain security features that are necessary to play online. Read more
PSA: Android 17 QPR2 Beta 3 may mess up your home screen
(8/17/2026, 12:04 PM) - Android AuthorityAndroid 17 QPR2 Beta 3 can break common home screen features, including widgets, while also jumbling your app drawer.
Huawei schedules launch event for September 2
(8/17/2026, 12:03 PM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesHuawei will be holding its next product launch event on September 2 in Munich, Germany. The keynote features the “Chase the wild” tagline, and we’re expecting to see the latest crop of wearables from the brand. Huawei recently unveiled the Watch GT 7 series in China so it seems like the perfect t...
Kingdom Hearts IV Joins Xbox Play Anywhere, Along With Multiple Other Surprises
(8/17/2026, 12:00 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsIt just keeps getting better!You may have seen over the weekend that Kingdom Hearts IV was treated to a new trailer and late 2027 release window as part of Disney's D23 Event, and the even better news is that it's confirmed as an Xbox Play Anywhere title!That means you'll be able to play Kingdom Hea...
Mini Review: Project Neon (Switch) - A Capable New Neo Geo Shmup To Test Your Mettle
(8/17/2026, 12:00 PM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesNeon Geo.Project Neon is a Neo Geo game that was successfully Kickstarted in 2019. A vertically scrolling, arcade-style shoot 'em up that will feel familiar to those ingratiated with CAVE and Toaplan, its frontend presentation is simple and to the point.There is one default difficulty, a single, non...
Tests show newer OLED TVs can still experience significant burn-in because they're much brighter, proving that you can't have your cake and eat it
(8/17/2026, 11:53 AM) - Latest from PC GamerSwings and roundabouts.
The Galaxy S22 just got a new shot at Android 17, thanks to LineageOS
(8/17/2026, 11:52 AM) - Android AuthorityLineageOS 23 arrives on Galaxy S22, opening doors to an unofficial Android 17 update.- Marvel’s Wolverine Dev Says There’s No Open World Because Logan Is ‘Not Somebody Who Has A Friendly Neighbourhood’
(8/17/2026, 11:44 AM) - News – PlayStation UniverseThe studio behind Marvel's Wolverine has explained why the game lacks the open-world setting that its Spider-Man games utilised. The post Marvel’s Wolverine Dev Says There’s No Open World Because Logan Is ‘Not Somebody Who Has A Friendly Neighbourhood’ appeared first on PlayStation Universe. - Star Wars: Magellan Was a AAA Action RPG Where You Could Play as a Jedi or Mandalorian
(8/17/2026, 11:34 AM) - IGN AllFootage has emerged of Star Wars: Magellan, a scrapped action RPG that let you play as either a Jedi or Mandalorian. 
Witcher 3 cut quest restoration mod The WAR Project is finding a new voice for its fresh Vernon Roche lines, following alleged "severe incident of gross misconduct"
(8/17/2026, 11:33 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedThe creators of massive in-development The Witcher 3 mod The WAR Project are recasting their version of Temerian commander Vernon Roche, citing "a severe incident of gross misconduct" allegedly committed by the person they'd initially given the role. Said person is no longer involved with the mod an...- Best Buy's 60th Anniversary Sale Is Live With Deals on Video Games and More
(8/17/2026, 11:30 AM) - IGN AllBest Buy's surprise 60th Anniversary Sale is live, with huge discounts now available across video games, Apple AirPods Pro 3, and more through August 23. - 10 Years Later, This is Still the Hardest Platinum Trophy I’ve Ever Earned
(8/17/2026, 11:30 AM) - IGN All10 years later, this is still the hardest platinum trophy I’ve ever earned. 
Marvel Rivals players are messing with their config files 'to cancel games with no consequence' before they get a loss
(8/17/2026, 11:26 AM) - Latest from PC GamerMarvel Rivals play a fair game challenge, level: impossible.- Philips and GE investigating Clop ransomware data theft claims
(8/17/2026, 11:25 AM) - BleepingComputerTech giants General Electric (GE) and Philips have also confirmed they're investigating claims that the Clop ransomware gang breached their systems and stole data. [...] - Mafia Developer Says Comparisons to Grand Theft Auto Are an 'Internet Thing'
(8/17/2026, 11:24 AM) - IGN AllMafia developer dismisses comparisons to Grand Theft Auto. 
This week in PC games: survival horror in a waterlogged city, kaiju chaos in a destructible city, and old school GTA vibes in an isometric insurgency simulator
(8/17/2026, 11:19 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedVideogames. Gosh there are a lot of them. We're not even into the hell month of September – where every major developer besides Rockstar seems to be releasing their big games of the year – and we're looking at a packed week. Below you will find the whittled down pickings that stood out to me, but he...
Barbie and Hot Wheels owner Mattel launches Mattel Game Studios
(8/17/2026, 11:15 AM) - gamedeveloperThe toy company wants to develop, publish, and operate video games based on its sprawling brand portfolio.
Xbox Series S Compared To Nintendo Switch 2 In Oblivion Remastered Analysis
(8/17/2026, 11:10 AM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsAn impressive feat, but not without its downsides.Xbox first-party title The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has finally made its way on the Nintendo Switch 2, and we've been very curious to see how it would fare on the system compared to the Xbox Series S.Good news - the folks over at Digital...
Samsung will release 5 new foldables next year, claim insiders
(8/17/2026, 11:01 AM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesThe Galaxy Z Fold8 was such a success out of the gate that Samsung increased the production target for this year by 1 million units. And that’s not all – Samsung will launch two wide foldables next year, claim insiders who spoke to ETNews. This means that the Galaxy Z9 generation will have a total o...- Crimson Desert Update 1.18.00 Adds ‘Quests’ Knowledge Category & Multiple Bug Fixes – Read The Full Patch Notes
(8/17/2026, 11:00 AM) - News – PlayStation UniverseCrimson Desert has been updated by developer Pearl Abyss, adding a Quests Knowledge Category. Read the Crimson Desert update 1.18.00 patch notes for more details. The post Crimson Desert Update 1.18.00 Adds ‘Quests’ Knowledge Category & Multiple Bug Fixes – Read The Full Patch Notes appeared first o... 
Kingdom Hearts and Until Dawn actress Hayden Panettiere has died at 36
(8/17/2026, 10:56 AM) - Latest from PC GamerHer father described her as "an incredible light and a force of nature".
Warcraft 2-inspired incremental auto-battler 'Orc Incremental' arrives September 8
(8/17/2026, 10:51 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesI foresee a great many hours being lost to this one - inspired in part by Warcraft 2, Orc Incremental is an incremental auto-battler with RPG elements.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.- Halo, Forza and World of Warcraft In-Game Rewards Coming to McDonald's, Celebrating Xbox 25th Anniversary
(8/17/2026, 10:51 AM) - IGN AllMcDonald's is partnering with Xbox to offer in-game rewards for the console brand's six most recognizable gaming franchises, including Halo, Fallout, Forza and World of Warcraft. 
Survey shows a slim minority would consider renting their next Android phone
(8/17/2026, 10:43 AM) - Android AuthorityNot everyone is against a version of Apple Upgrade for Android makers.
5 Android phones you should buy instead of the Google Pixel 11
(8/17/2026, 10:30 AM) - Android AuthorityThe Pixel 11 is tempting, but these alternatives might still be better.- Switch 2 Games Drop to All-Time Low Prices for 24-Hours Using This Promo Code
(8/17/2026, 10:20 AM) - IGN AllSave an extra 20% on physical Nintendo Switch 2 games during Woot's flash sale using promo code GAMER20 before the deal expires tonight. - 'I'm Actually Spiralling': Star Wars Fans Are Convinced The Hunt for Ben Solo is Back on After Adam Driver's X-Men Announcement Video
(8/17/2026, 10:19 AM) - IGN AllStar Wars fans are convinced Adam Driver's X-Men announcement video suggests his scrapped Hunt for Ben Solo movie is now back in development. 
Samsung could double down with two Wide Folds next year
(8/17/2026, 10:19 AM) - Android AuthorityFold 8's record success is said to be prompting Samsung to expand its 2027 Z9 lineup with a second video-tailored foldable.
Call of Duty studio Sledgehammer reportedly worked on a Halo multiplayer prototype before it got canned
(8/17/2026, 10:11 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedA Halo game made by an Activision studio doesn't sound like a far-fetched idea, and is actually something Xbox considered per a new report. Sledgehammer Games, the studio behind several Call of Duty games like WW2, Vanguard, and Modern Warfare 3, is said to have been sought out to develop a Halo mul...- The Simpsons: Hit & Run Is ‘Coming Back In Some Form,’ Says Matt Groening
(8/17/2026, 10:10 AM) - News – PlayStation UniverseThe Simpsons creator Matt Groening has seemingly confirmed that The Simpsons Hit & Run is making a comeback of sorts. The post The Simpsons: Hit & Run Is ‘Coming Back In Some Form,’ Says Matt Groening appeared first on PlayStation Universe. 
Dystopian block-pushing puzzler 'Hazard Pay' arrives September 10
(8/17/2026, 10:10 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesOne for fans of clever puzzle games, Hazard Pay is releasing with Linux support on September 10th - built with Godot Engine.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.- French tax authority data breach affects 678,000 individuals
(8/17/2026, 10:09 AM) - BleepingComputerThe French Ministry of the Economy and Finance has disclosed a data breach after an attacker accessed the General Directorate of Public Finances (DGFiP) systems and stole data belonging to 678,000 individuals. [...] 
The hidden chip compromise lurking in today’s $1,000 smartphones
(8/17/2026, 10:00 AM) - Android AuthorityCut-down flagship chips could save you money. But are you getting a bargain or less than you paid for?
These 10 Games Are Putting Disney In The Spotlight For Xbox Backwards Compatibility Requests
(8/17/2026, 10:00 AM) - Pure Xbox | Latest News"The data shows just how much demand exists".We've talked in recent months about the Xbox Game Preservation website and how it does a fantastic job at tracking the most-requested Xbox backwards compatibility titles, and it's now made a point of highlighting Disney in particular.A new report on the w...
Honor Turbo 5G makes surprise appearance ahead of official launch
(8/17/2026, 9:59 AM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesBack in May, Honor unveiled its Win Turbo phone with a massive 10,000mAh battery and a listing on AliExpress has revealed a new Turbo member. The Honor Turbo 5G is a familiar-looking device, sharing the same design as the X80 Pro Max but with different specs. Honor Turbo 5G Turbo 5G is equippe...
Samsung could soon copy Apple’s iPhone mirroring feature for your Galaxy phone
(8/17/2026, 9:51 AM) - Android AuthoritySamsung's One UI 9.5 is refining everything from the Camera app to its Galaxy ecosystem.
He Who Watches will confuse your eyes and your brain when it releases in September
(8/17/2026, 9:51 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesHe Who Watches is an upcoming first-person puzzle game where you can walk on walls, manipulate gravity and more - looks like it will confuse every part of me.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Here’s what the Googlebook ‘Desktop Camera’ UI will look like
(8/17/2026, 9:42 AM) - Android AuthorityGoogle's camera app for the Googlebook looks similar to the Pixel Camera.
The Pixel 11 Pro fixes my biggest complaint about older Pixel flagships
(8/17/2026, 9:30 AM) - Android AuthorityThose Canyon and Olive colorways look fantastic.
Gameplay footage for the cancelled Star Wars: Magellan has appeared online
(8/17/2026, 9:26 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedYears after its cancellation, gameplay footage for Star Wars: Magellan, the action RPG developed by the now-shuttered Echtra Games, has appeared online. Read more
Heroes and Until Dawn star Hayden Panettiere dies aged 36
(8/17/2026, 9:26 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedHayden Panettiere - the actor who shot to fame as the cheerleader in TV superhero show Heroes - has died aged 36. Read more
First Pixel and Samsung, now another brand could get Google’s Scam Detection
(8/17/2026, 9:24 AM) - Android AuthorityGoogle's Scam Detection could be coming to another manufacturer's phones.
Kingdom Hearts 4 releasing in late 2027, according to a trailer in which Donald Duck and Goofy go to hell, miss a skeletal fiesta and rock up as creepy force ghosts
(8/17/2026, 9:18 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedI'll be honest, having just watched the latest trailer for Kingdom Hearts 4, I'm less confident I know what's going on in the game. Protagonist Sora's in a realm visually inspired by Mexican Día de Muertos celebrations, while Donald Duck and Goofy ship of the Greek underworld, then end up as force g...
Build cities, worlds and gardens in the Builder Games Humble Bundle
(8/17/2026, 9:16 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesSome really nice picks for a good price here in the Builder Games Humble Bundle with a varied selection across city building, vehicle building and more.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
It looks like Fortnite is getting a Roblox collaboration, months after Epic boss Tim Sweeney referred to the rival game as a force that could "grow and eat gaming"
(8/17/2026, 9:15 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedIt looks like Fortnite is getting a Roblox crossover. In the latest upcoming season of the game - named Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4: Override - the world's biggest battle royale introduces a wealth of gaming properties to its world. Developer Epic's first trailer for the new season (below) shows off...- Microsoft working on Defender patch for ShieldBreak zero-day
(8/17/2026, 9:05 AM) - BleepingComputerMicrosoft is working on a security patch for the "ShieldBreak" zero-day vulnerability disclosed last week by security researcher "Nightmare Eclipse" and now tracked as CVE-2026-69414. [...] 
Pixels could soon get AI-powered ‘Battery Usage Summaries’
(8/17/2026, 9:00 AM) - Android AuthorityIt will use Gemini Nano to process your battery usage patterns locally.
I replaced Duolingo with Gemini, and it’s (almost) the perfect alternative
(8/17/2026, 9:00 AM) - Android AuthorityGemini might quietly be the Duolingo replacement you've been looking for.
Don't sleep on Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave mouse controls - believe it or not, it's become my favourite way to play
(8/17/2026, 9:00 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedEarlier this year, Pokopia convinced me that the Switch 2's gimmicky mouse controls were a worthwhile addition to the console, after all. Since then, I've been trying out other games with the mouse as my primary method of control. My favourites, before I picked up Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, were ...- Sleeping Dogs Movie Has A ‘Real Path Forward,’ Says Actor Simu Liu
(8/17/2026, 8:59 AM) - News – PlayStation UniverseSimu Liu has issued a brief update on the planned Sleeping Dogs movie, stating the project now has a 'real path forward.' The post Sleeping Dogs Movie Has A ‘Real Path Forward,’ Says Actor Simu Liu appeared first on PlayStation Universe. - Robert Downey Jr. Returns as Iron Man in Avengers Infinity Defense, a New Attraction Where You'll Fight Thanos at Disneyland's Avengers Campus
(8/17/2026, 8:59 AM) - IGN AllRobert Downey Jr. will reprise his iconic role of Iron Man for Avengers Infinity Defense, a star-studded new battle against Thanos coming to Disneyland's Avengers Campus. 
KINGDOM HEARTS IV releases late in 2027 - Steam page is up with a new trailer
(8/17/2026, 8:50 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesKINGDOM HEARTS IV was properly revealed during D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event 2026 with a release year and an extended look trailer.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
OpenAI reportedly disbanded its preparedness team as part of a 'streamlining' process
(8/17/2026, 8:45 AM) - Engadget - Technology News & Expert ReviewsAs part of a restructuring, OpenAI reportedly disbanded a team that assesses the potential for catastrophic risks with its models.
Video: Digital Foundry Breaks Down Oblivion's "Frustrating Performance" On Switch 2
(8/17/2026, 8:45 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesHitches galore.Digital Foundry has posted its tech review for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered on the Switch 2, detailing how Bethesda and Virtuos' work holds up on Nintendo's console a little over a year after its initial release.In a nutshell, Oblivion looks pretty good on the Switch 2, d...
Android 17 QPR2 Beta 3 takes cell network security to the next level
(8/17/2026, 8:43 AM) - Android AuthorityGoogle is adding a security log, cipher encryption details, and more notification alerts to protect against cellular attacks.- Halloween: The Game Will Actually Be Available in New Zealand After All
(8/17/2026, 8:39 AM) - IGN AllDeveloper IllFonic alters course, and the game will now be made available digitally for NZ. 
Supernatural, post-apocalypse adventure 'Sally Face 2' revealed
(8/17/2026, 8:30 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesThe much loved unsettling supernatural adventure Sally Face is getting a sequel, with the post-apocalypse Sally Face 2 formally announced.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
For the first time ever in a Call of Duty beta, the Modern Warfare 4 beta includes a campaign mission
(8/17/2026, 8:27 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedActivision has announced several new details about the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta, whose first leg is set to kick off Friday. The official Call of Duty X account posted a dense image showing all content players have access to, and it's certainly more than many expected. Read more
Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Wildlands has Easy Anti-Cheat removed
(8/17/2026, 8:14 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesGood for players on Linux / SteamOS and modders - Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Wildlands is now free from Easy Anti-Cheat.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.- ProjectAir Builds Giant Circle Plane, Proves a Circle Beats a Straight Line
(8/17/2026, 8:07 AM) - TechEBlogJames Whomsley, better known as ProjectAir, has spent nearly a decade turning odd ideas into flying machines. His latest project takes one of the simplest shapes possible and asks whether it might outperform the wings we see every day. He built a giant radio-controlled plane whose main lifting surfa... - Kingdom Hearts IV Due Out In Late 2027, Coco Confirmed In New Trailer From D23 Event – Watch It Here
(8/17/2026, 8:06 AM) - News – PlayStation UniverseCheck out the new Kingdom Hearts 4 trailer from D23 over the weekend, which confirms the game will launch in late 2027! The post Kingdom Hearts IV Due Out In Late 2027, Coco Confirmed In New Trailer From D23 Event – Watch It Here appeared first on PlayStation Universe. 
Job Listing Suggests Apple Fitness+ Could Get Live Content
(8/17/2026, 8:02 AM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageApple is hiring a Studio Producer for its Fitness+ service with a background in live production, in what could be a hint at the future of the service. The job listing was posted last month, detailing an in-person role at Apple's Santa Monica studio. It calls for someone with a "strong foundatio...
Linux kernel 7.2 is officially out now
(8/17/2026, 8:01 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesThe Linux kernel version 7.2 has now been officially released with optimizations, new hardware support and lots of bug fixes.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
HMD 2760 Flip design and key specs leak, said to run Android 13 Go
(8/17/2026, 8:00 AM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesHMD unveiled the 2660 Flip feature phone at MWC in March last year. The company now appears to be preparing its successor, the 2760 Flip, which is tipped to run Android. According to a new leak, the HMD 2760 Flip will run Icon OS 13, which is based on Android 13 Go. This would mark a big change fro...
Anthropic reveals how Claude secretly watermarks AI-written text
(8/17/2026, 7:33 AM) - Android AuthorityThere are situations where Claude's watermarking solution might not be effective.
CUBOT Teases KINGKONG Dura, a Rugged Phone Built Around Swappable Battery Power
(8/17/2026, 7:00 AM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesCUBOT is preparing to unveil the KINGKONG Dura, a rugged smartphone built around a practical replaceable-battery system designed to reduce charging downtime and keep users moving. Instead of connecting the phone to a charging cable and waiting, users can remove the depleted battery, install a fully...
Your Pixel could soon help you diagnose issues with calls, mobile data, and Wi-Fi
(8/17/2026, 6:52 AM) - Android AuthorityPixels could've used a feature like this a couple of years ago.- TalkTalk Business, ARO merge to boost business connectivity
(8/17/2026, 6:50 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comEnterprise arm of comms provider and tech services provider unite to create one of the UK’s largest independent providers of connectivity and managed technology services - UK Shared Rural Network roll-out passes key target
(8/17/2026, 6:30 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comOver 150 4G mast upgrades are now live across the UK’s national parks as part of the Shared Rural Network, as target of having 4G coverage across 95% of the UK has been achieved a year ahead of schedule - Researchers Create Microscopic Drones That Rise on Sound Alone
(8/17/2026, 6:25 AM) - TechEBlogResearchers at EPFL’s MicroBioRobotic Systems laboratory have built ultralight flying machines that carry no motors, batteries, or electronics. Hollow cavities printed into their structures turn ordinary sound waves into focused jets of air. Those jets provide the thrust that lifts the devices off a... 
The Elder Scrolls 6 is probably subtitled Sentinel, and there's been an easter egg in Starfield hinting at it this whole time
(8/17/2026, 6:16 AM) - Latest from PC GamerI was hoping for "Dominion" but I'm OK with this.
Poco M8x to be powered by Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 SoC, key specs and pricing tipped
(8/17/2026, 6:09 AM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesPoco recently began teasing the M8x 5G's launch in India. While the company has yet to reveal details about the upcoming phone, a teaser on Flipkart has confirmed the chipset powering the handset and its launch date. A tipster has also leaked several other key specs and pricing details. According t...
Another woman joins lawsuit accusing Grok of generating CSAM
(8/17/2026, 5:54 AM) - Engadget - Technology News & Expert ReviewsA fourth party is pursuing legal action against xAI, alleging that Grok was used to create CSAM based on her childhood photos.- Straight Up the Cliff, Yunnan’s New Fuyao Ladder Turns a Three-Hour Climb Into a 50-Second Ride for Students
(8/17/2026, 4:49 AM) - TechEBlogKids living at the bottom of the Nizhuhe Grand Canyon in Yunnan Province once faced a brutal path to school. Steep mountain trails and cliffside routes stretched more than three hours one way across a vertical drop measured in hundreds of meters. Guanzhai Village Primary School sat high above at rou... 
Google quietly resurrects a Pixel gesture we first spotted over a year ago
(8/17/2026, 4:40 AM) - Android AuthorityGoogle is still working on its long-awaited Pixel double-tap-to-lock feature, and it looks better than before.
Tipster claims Xiaomi 18 Ultra cancelled, upcoming vivo and Oppo Ultras won't go global
(8/17/2026, 4:30 AM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesThe Xiaomi 18 Ultra, which was rumored to debut in December this year, has reportedly been cancelled. According to a new leak, Xiaomi will launch only three smartphones as part of its upcoming 18 series. In a post on X, tipster Kartikey Singh claims that Xiaomi will not launch an 18 Ultra this year...
Until Dawn And Kingdom Hearts Star Hayden Panettiere Has Died At 36
(8/17/2026, 4:09 AM) - KotakuThe actor was known across TV, movies, and game roles in Until Dawn and Kingdom Hearts- Heroes Star Hayden Panettiere Dies at 36
(8/17/2026, 3:37 AM) - IGN AllThe former child actor’s entertainment career spanned three decades. - Privacy vs Grok GenAI: A Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast
(8/17/2026, 3:30 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comIn June, MP Jess Asato began a legal case over AI-generated explicit images of herself generated without her permission by the xAI Grok AI engine - Duck King Coming to Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves August 27
(8/17/2026, 3:24 AM) - GamersHeroesVoiced by Cedric Williams, South Town’s resident dancing king Duck King will make his way to SNK’s Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves as part of Season Pass 3 on August 27. The post Duck King Coming to Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves August 27 appeared first on GamersHeroes. 
Android 17 QPR2 Beta 3 is a surprisingly feature-packed update
(8/17/2026, 3:20 AM) - Android AuthorityGoogle is introducing new protections against call-forwarding scams, the Quick Settings layout editor, and lots more.- CW@60: Choosing change, building confidence - leading with clarity and resilience
(8/17/2026, 3:00 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comTechnology is only as strong as the confidence people have in it. Building truly resilient organisations requires a deliberate blend of cultural adaptability, clear leadership, and systems designed for consistency under pressure - Revealed: Cyber spies used malware from GitHub to hack EncroChat cryptophone network
(8/17/2026, 2:00 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comComputer Weekly reveals for the first time how French cyber spies hacked EncroChat phones used by organised crime groups - Lanterns Showrunner Says That Episode 1 Surprise Ending Was ‘Big and Scary’ to Commit To
(8/17/2026, 2:00 AM) - IGN AllChris Mundy, the showrunner on James Gunn's new DC series Lanterns, says the surprise ending of Episode 1 was ‘big and scary’ to commit to. 
Steam Week in Review: Here are the 32 Steam games brave enough to release on GTA 6 day
(8/17/2026, 1:43 AM) - Latest from PC GamerAll the interesting Steam facts for the week ending August 16.- Gordon Murray S1 Gives You Sixty-Four Reasons to Care About a New V12 Manual
(8/17/2026, 1:02 AM) - TechEBlogGordon Murray Special Vehicles unveiled the S1 at The Quail during Monterey Car Week, and many people believe it’s the most accurate representation of a road-focused supercar since the McLaren F1. They have a point, because the same person, Gordon Murray, created both cars, and the S1 is deeply base... 
Request for comment: Which way did you go when you reached the controversial ending of Mass Effect 3?
(8/17/2026, 1:01 AM) - Latest from PC GamerWhen it was time to decide the fate of the galaxy, did you pick red, blue, green, or other?- 'Look Forward to Meetin' Ya, Sugah!' — Rogue Voice Actress Lenore Zann Reacts to MCU X-Men Casting With Special Video Message for Inde Navarrette
(8/17/2026, 12:04 AM) - IGN AllLenore Zann, the voice of Rogue in animated Marvel projects since the '90s, published a special video to congratulate Inde Navarrette after she was confirmed to play the live-action version of her character in Marvel's upcoming X-Men reboot. - SafePal data breach impacts 39,798 customers, stolen info for sale
(8/16/2026, 11:47 PM) - BleepingComputerCryptocurrency hardware wallet provider SafePal is warning of a data breach affecting about 39,798 customers after a flaw was exploited to steal customer order information, and a threat actor is now claiming to be selling the stolen data. [...] 
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 series tablets now appear in Google Play Console's supported devices list
(8/16/2026, 11:11 PM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesThe Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 series tablets were recently spotted on Bluetooth SIG's website, as they were Bluetooth-certified. Now those same tablets have appeared in Google Play Console's supported devices list. The Galaxy Tab S12 series consists of two tablets - the Galaxy Tab S12+ and the Galaxy ...- Anthropic confirms Claude is down in major outage affecting multiple services
(8/16/2026, 10:28 PM) - BleepingComputerClaude is experiencing a major outage, with users reporting login problems and degraded performance across several Anthropic services. [...] - Avengers: Doomsday Trailer Sparks Theories About 2 Doctor Dooms as Fans Hope for a Surprise Cameo from Cillian Murphy
(8/16/2026, 9:51 PM) - IGN AllThe new Avengers: Doomsday trailer is here, and some fans believe it has a few clues that suggest the film is hiding two Doctor Dooms – and maybe even a cameo from Cillian Murphy. 
Turn on these settings to protect your Android phone from theft
(8/16/2026, 9:30 PM) - Engadget - Technology News & Expert ReviewsGoogle has added some smart theft-detection features to Android in recent years.- The Best Deals Today: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth for Switch 2, Nioh 3, Project Hail Mary, and More
(8/16/2026, 9:20 PM) - IGN All - Stripe will reportedly acquire AI gateway startup OpenRouter for $7B+
(8/16/2026, 8:57 PM) - TechCrunchOpenRouter's CEO recently described the startup as Stripe for AI. 
Foundational Freeware Indie Metroidvania Knytt Gets Surprise Remake For Its 20th Anniversary
(8/16/2026, 8:51 PM) - KotakuIn the early 2000s, players got to scurry and discover the network of caverns in the engrossing Knytt, celebrating a big birthday with a port for modern hardware- Why people aren’t buying Mark Zuckerberg’s AI future
(8/16/2026, 8:32 PM) - TechCrunchOn the latest episode of Equity podcast, we discuss why not everyone is buying Zuckerberg’s vision. 
Is buying a OnePlus phone in 2026 still a good idea?
(8/16/2026, 8:30 PM) - Engadget - Technology News & Expert ReviewsIf you really want a OnePlus phone, you can still make it work.- BigBlue’s Compact 28W Solar Charger is Essentially Sunshine You Can Pack
(8/16/2026, 8:20 PM) - TechEBlogSunny days still stretch long enough to make a portable solar panel feel practical again. BigBlue’s 28W high-efficiency model, priced at $59.97 (was $68), turns that light into usable power for phones, tablets, power banks, and small gadgets without needing a wall outlet or a heavy generator. This p... 
3D Model Markets Are Being Flooded With AI Sellers, But No One’s Buying
(8/16/2026, 8:04 PM) - KotakuA classic conundrum of 'why would I buy something you didn’t make,' platforms like CGTrader has shelves of AI made models collecting dust- First Look at Dumber Mini, a Tiny Keypad Phone That Still Gets You Through the Day
(8/16/2026, 8:03 PM) - TechEBlogA little black plastic rectangle rests in your hand and weighs roughly the same as a deck of cards. The Dumber Mini, which stands just over five inches tall and is no wider than two fingers, appears to have sprung directly from a 2005 Nokia catalog. Physical buttons form a full T9 keypad beneath a [... 
Do you really need an antivirus app on your Android?
(8/16/2026, 8:00 PM) - Engadget - Technology News & Expert ReviewsYou probably don't need antivirus software on your Android phone, but there are some exceptions.
Pixel 11 series, Honor Robot Phone, Redmi 17 official, Week 33 in review
(8/16/2026, 7:31 PM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesTech news started picking up a bit, especially in the past week. Google unveiled its Pixel 11 series alongside the Pixel Watch 5. The Pixel 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL, and 11 Pro Fold all pack the new Tensor G6 SoC, which turned out to use a 3nm process after all, not the heavily rumored 2nm. The specs ...- 2026 SEALANDER Amphibious Camper Shows What Happens When Land Meets Water Without Compromise
(8/16/2026, 7:27 PM) - TechEBlogA German-built trailer that rolls behind a compact car by day and floats on calm lakes by night first rolled out more than a decade ago. Today the latest SEALANDER arrives with a fuller list of comfort options than any earlier version, ready for orders with deliveries that began in mid-2025. Daniel ... 
Insomniac Devs Blame Social Media Feedback Loops For Sudden Wolverine Hate
(8/16/2026, 7:11 PM) - KotakuThe studio’s marketing director blows off some steam on the sudden surge of scrutiny, believing this kind of culture can’t possibly be good for anyone’s mental health- One Maker Spent a Year Fighting Plastic Failures and Aluminum Tolerances to Build a Robot Joint That Can Actually Walk
(8/16/2026, 6:40 PM) - TechEBlogRobots that walk face a stubborn problem right at the joints. Biological legs spread force along muscles that run the length of a limb. Most mechanical versions must pack everything into a tight space at the knee or hip. That means the actuator needs to stay compact and light while still delivering ... - Simu Liu Says Sleeping Dogs Movie Has 'a REAL Path Forward' Amid Dealmaking With Square Enix
(8/16/2026, 6:31 PM) - IGN AllMarvel star Simu Liu has offered a positive update on his long-in-development Sleeping Dogs movie adaptation, saying the film has "a REAL path forward" as discussions with game publisher Square Enix continue. 
Here's why retro games look better on old CRT TVs
(8/16/2026, 6:30 PM) - Engadget - Technology News & Expert ReviewsA Super Nintendo or PlayStation looked better on retro TVs than today's ultra-sharp displays, but why is there such a difference?
You might want to skip Newegg's GPU trade-in program
(8/16/2026, 6:00 PM) - Engadget - Technology News & Expert ReviewsThe program makes upgrading your hardware incredibly convenient, but weigh your options.
Now Sonic Is Getting A Gun In Fortnite As ‘Gaming Legends’ From Mega Man, Spyro, Persona And More Arrive
(8/16/2026, 5:55 PM) - KotakuMega Man, Crash Bandicoot, Spyro and Jazz Jackrabbit join Fortnite’s ever growing IP pit in ‘Gaming Legends’ trailer
League of Legends YouTuber unearths the original investor pitch from when the game was called Onslaught: War of the Immortals
(8/16/2026, 5:42 PM) - Latest from PC GamerBack when the game was seemingly 6v6, Sion had a beard, and the story revolved around "an antichrist of sorts."
Saber Interactive finally adds an AI disclaimer to Rideshare Stimulator's Steam page
(8/16/2026, 5:34 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedAmid the row between Saber Interactive CEO Matthew Karch and former writer Stella Sacco after he said he'd have "been happy to replace" her with AI, the studio has finally added the AI disclaimer to Rideshare Stimulator's Steam page that had been conspicuously missing since the game first went live...
Android Auto vs Apple CarPlay: What features set them apart
(8/16/2026, 5:30 PM) - Engadget - Technology News & Expert ReviewsThe differences between the iPhone and Android show up when you connect them to your car, as well.- Large-scale DDoS attacks disrupted Threema secure messaging service
(8/16/2026, 5:29 PM) - BleepingComputerMultiple distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks targeted the Threema secure messaging service earlier this week, causing severe disruptions to communications. [...] - Spider-Man: Brand New Day Becomes First Spider-Man Movie to Reach $2 Billion in Theaters
(8/16/2026, 5:02 PM) - IGN AllSpider-Man: Brand New Day has officially crossed $2 billion at the global box office, marking the first time Marvel's wall-crawling hero has ever reached the theatrical landmark. 
David Brevik, creator of Diablo, reveals the 'worst ending' to any game he's played: 'But I really love the game. It's amazing'
(8/16/2026, 5:00 PM) - Latest from PC GamerThe legendary game designer guides us through the games on his PC.
Where's the weirdest place you've heard videogame music?
(8/16/2026, 5:00 PM) - Latest from PC GamerWhy does hearing it in public places feel so… wrong?- Anthropic CEO says AI backlash is ‘fundamentally a crisis of trust’
(8/16/2026, 4:53 PM) - TechCrunchDario Amodei is pushing back against the idea that he's been painting an overly pessimistic picture of AI. 
Matthew McConaughey explains why he turned down the role of Joel in The Last of Us
(8/16/2026, 4:52 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedMatthew McConaughey has explained why he ultimately passed on playing Joel in HBO's The Last of Us – a role that, of course, went to Pedro Pascal instead. Read more
How to lease an iPhone instead of buying one
(8/16/2026, 4:30 PM) - Engadget - Technology News & Expert ReviewsThe new Apple Upgrade program makes the monthly cost of an iPhone even cheaper than before.
Kingdom Hearts creator Tetsuya Nomura teases his role in the new anime series, tells fans to "let your imagination run wild"
(8/16/2026, 4:22 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedKingdom Hearts creator Tetsuya Nomura has addressed the newly announced Kingdom Hearts anime series directly for the first time, though he's giving away very little. Read more- TechCrunch Mobility: The shifting flight path of electric air taxis
(8/16/2026, 4:04 PM) - TechCrunchWelcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation. 
Weekly poll: which Google Pixel 11 model would you buy?
(8/16/2026, 4:03 PM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesGoogle announced the new Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL and 11 Pro Fold this week – the phones are already available for pre-order and will be available from August 20. Are you planning on getting one? The company changed up the memory configuration structure for the 11-series. The 128GB models ...
The next big videogame TV adaptation is a Kingdom Hearts anime
(8/16/2026, 4:00 PM) - Latest from PC GamerIn it, the Three Caballeros will fight Bahamut. I'm kidding, but I can't imagine I'm that far off.
Iron Nest is the best 'Battleship' game I've played in years—and it doesn't even have boats
(8/16/2026, 4:00 PM) - Latest from PC GamerUse your smarts to locate enemies and meticulously plot firing solutions.
Halloween: The Game will get a digital release in New Zealand after all
(8/16/2026, 3:36 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedHalloween: The Game will get a digital release in New Zealand after all, despite initially being lumped in with Australia's classification refusal. Read more
What is the Retro app for and how do you use it?
(8/16/2026, 3:30 PM) - Engadget - Technology News & Expert ReviewsLet's look at how to use the Retro app, whether it's free and whether it can compete with other social media apps.- New AmnesiaStealer macOS malware hijacks browser sessions via remote control
(8/16/2026, 3:07 PM) - BleepingComputerA new information-stealing malware called AmnesiaStealer, which targets macOS users via ClickFix attacks, includes a streaming module that allows the attacker to interactively control the victim's web browser. [...] 
Saber CEO Matthew Karch apologises to writer he said he'd have "been happy to replace" with AI
(8/16/2026, 3:04 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedSaber Interactive CEO Matthew Karch has apologised to Stella Sacco, the writer at the centre of the Rideshare Stimulator AI controversy, after publicly saying he'd have been "happy to replace her with AI". Read more
Random: Xbox Trading Cards Shown Off In Official Video, And People Want To Buy Them
(8/16/2026, 3:00 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsDon't get your hopes up though.There's obviously a massive craze going on with trading cards these days, but we've never seen Xbox trying to get in on it - although a new video has certainly got the attention of certain Xbox fans.It's a video that's been shared around Xbox accounts on various social...
Talking Point: 'Pokopia 2' Feels Inevitable, But Do We Really Need A Sequel?
(8/16/2026, 3:00 PM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesPikatwo.If Pokémon Pokopia isn't in my top five games of 2026 come December, we will have had an astonishing four months. At launch, this game had me in a chokehold and refused to let me go until I found myself weeping at its finale. It's heartwarming and creative and immensely popular, so much so t...
I played the economic simulator that could 'make a convert out of Karl Marx himself' to see if it could convert me
(8/16/2026, 3:00 PM) - Latest from PC GamerThough I'm not Karl Marx, just in case you're confused.
Marvel Tōkon's simple but effective combo trials are an elegant tutorial solution that I wish more fighting games had
(8/16/2026, 3:00 PM) - Latest from PC GamerMake me use my noggin, please.
Is the MacBook Pro M5 still worth buying after the price hike?
(8/16/2026, 2:30 PM) - Engadget - Technology News & Expert ReviewsIt could be wise to wait, or settle for a cheaper model.
AirPods 4 ANC Hit $134.99 Low Price on Amazon, Plus Pro 3 for $189.99
(8/16/2026, 2:18 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageAmazon this weekend has introduced a big discount on the AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation, available for $134.99, down from $179.00. This is one of the best prices we've seen on the earbuds all year, and it's accompanied by a solid discount on the AirPods Pro 3. Note: MacRumors is an affi...
The Quake community simply cannot stop delivering, having just released a 22-map 'Deathmatch Jam' to celebrate the shooter's 30th birthday
(8/16/2026, 2:09 PM) - Latest from PC GamerFrag your friends to mark three decades of Quake.- The Best Handheld Gaming PCs to Take Your Games on the Go
(8/16/2026, 2:00 PM) - IGN AllPlay your favorite PC, Steam, and Xbox games on the go with the best handheld gaming PCs. 
The 10 Best Grand Theft Auto Missions of All Time, Ranked
(8/16/2026, 1:46 PM) - WGBFrom disastrous bank robberies and military shootouts to jetpacks, betrayals and an irresponsible number of dead police officers. These are the best missions GTA has to offer.
Nintendo GameCube discs were small for a reason
(8/16/2026, 1:30 PM) - Engadget - Technology News & Expert ReviewsThe format remains unique in console history.
How to set up your emergency contacts and medical ID on your iPhone
(8/16/2026, 1:00 PM) - Engadget - Technology News & Expert ReviewsTake time to enable these features today before you need them; they could help save your life in an emergency.
Dolby Vision is on Netflix but you'll need these things first
(8/16/2026, 12:30 PM) - Engadget - Technology News & Expert ReviewsIt's only available with the top-tier Premium subscription plan, for one.
I’ve used Feedly for a decade, but these 2 minimal Android apps finally replaced it
(8/16/2026, 12:00 PM) - Android AuthorityTwo free RSS readers, zero algorithms, and one very slow cup of coffee.
Mailbox: Zelda-Themed Switch 2s, Kiddy Consoles, "Take My Money, Nintendo" Scenarios - Nintendo Life Letters
(8/16/2026, 12:00 PM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesIssue #39 - August 2026.Welcome to the August 2026 edition of the Nintendo Life Mailbox.It's been a particularly hot summer around these parts. The moon did its best to block out the sun last week and give us some respite from the heat, but we've still sitting around Nintendo Life Towers in various ...
Samsung is likely preparing Sony and Apple headphones rival for next year
(8/16/2026, 11:56 AM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesA few days ago, a reference to the Samsung Galaxy Buds On popped up online - buds with an ear-hook design, along with some illustrations showing what they would look like. Now, the same source shows off a potential Sony WH-1000XM6 and Apple AirPods Max 2 rival. Icons for the Galaxy H1 headphones...
You could win a slice of €30,000 by building the best mod for Mount & Blade 2's controversial seafaring expansion
(8/16/2026, 11:49 AM) - Latest from PC GamerWar Sails finally gets modding tools of its own.
5 lost smartphone features that need to make a comeback in 2026
(8/16/2026, 11:00 AM) - Android AuthoritySome features need to come back.
8 Google Chrome flags that fix the browser’s most annoying issues
(8/16/2026, 10:00 AM) - Android AuthorityFix what Chrome gets wrong.
Kingdom Hearts 4 finally has a release window, and it's sooner than I expected
(8/16/2026, 9:56 AM) - Latest from PC GamerA firm release date remains elusive, however.
Deals: the Google Pixel 11 series is now on pre-order with gift cards and trade-in bonuses
(8/16/2026, 9:51 AM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesGoogle launched its new Pixel 11 series earlier this week – there is a new vanilla, two new Pro and one new foldable model. All that’s missing now is an affordable a-phone. The massive increase in RAM prices has affected the Pixel series. Google now offers 256GB storage as standard on all 11-series...
Your Samsung phone has a hidden Settings shortcut menu — here’s how to enable it
(8/16/2026, 9:00 AM) - Android AuthorityA one-time setup that saves you time every day.
Poll: Box Art Brawl: WarioWare Smooth Moves
(8/16/2026, 9:00 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesWii? More like... WAH.Welcome to this week's edition of Box Art Brawl!It was a special Metroid 40th anniversary brawl last time, as we matched up every cover in the series for the ultimate showdown. Despite all those options, it wasn't a remotely close-fought contest, as Super Metroid walked away wi...- Tito’s Full Restoration of the Sharp X68000 Helps a Pricey Console Go from Dusty Import to Arcade Powerhouse
(8/16/2026, 7:39 AM) - TechEBlogMost people who spent the 1990s chasing perfect arcade ports never got the chance to sit in front of a Sharp X68000. Japan kept the machine almost entirely for themselves, and the admission cost made it prohibitively expensive for everyone else. A basic model was introduced in 1987 costing several t... 
Weekly poll results: a surprising number of people are using feature phones
(8/16/2026, 6:31 AM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesFeature phones are not as dead as you may have thought – one third of voters in last week’s poll use one at least occasionally. Some even use a feature phone full time as their only phone. And others are at least thinking about the idea of ditching their smartphone. As some commenters point out, sm...
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta Adds Campaign Mission 'Entrenched'
(8/16/2026, 6:30 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesLock in later this month.Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is getting an open beta at the end of this month, and all platforms (including Switch 2) are invited.Activision and Infinity Ward have now provided an update, announcing the beta will also allow players to experience a campaign mission. Players...- Red Bull Really Can Give a Rocket Wings
(8/16/2026, 5:38 AM) - TechEBlogNate Scovill decided the Red Bull slogan needed a proper test. He bought cans of the stuff, cleared space in his workshop, and set out to see whether an energy drink could actually launch something into the air. His recent video walks through three attempts, each more serious than the last, until on... 
Poll: Do you turn your PC off at night?
(8/16/2026, 4:53 AM) - Latest from PC GamerSleep mode counts as leaving it on.- Disney Experiences Showcase: Everything Announced for Disney Parks, Disney Cruise Line, and More | D23 2026
(8/16/2026, 3:23 AM) - IGN AllHere are all the big reveals from D23's Disney Experiences Showcase, including the name and major attractions of Villains Land, new details on the rides and land of the Cars-themed Piston Peak National Park, previews of the Encanto and Indiana Jones experiences at Animal Kingdom, the reimagining of ... - 'I Want to Set the Record Straight: That Is Not Happening' — Kingdom Hearts 4 Devs Say KH4 '100%' Will Not Be Delayed Past Late 2027 Launch | D23 2026
(8/16/2026, 12:48 AM) - IGN AllKingdom Hearts 4 co-director Tai Yasue and series creator Tetsuya Nomura have assured fans that it is a "100% thing" the game will not be delayed past its late 2027 launch window. 
iQOO 16 tipped to come with a higher refresh rate screen, new design
(8/16/2026, 12:45 AM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesiQOO is said to launch the iQOO 16 in September, with the latest rumor from China claiming it will have a higher refresh-rate screen than its predecessor. The word comes from reliable tipster Digital Chat Station, who claimed the iQOO 16 will feature a 165Hz refresh rate screen. It will be a 6.85" ...
Kingdom Hearts IV Is Launching On Switch 2 In Late 2027, Here's A Brand-New Trailer
(8/16/2026, 12:30 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesUpdate: Extended Coco trailer, directors double down on 2027 release.:At Disney's D23 event this week, Kingdom Hearts fans got another look at Kingdom Hearts IV in a new showcase trailer.Read the full article on nintendolife.com- Kingdom Hearts 4 Gets Extended Gameplay Trailer Featuring Playable Mickey, Donald, and Goofy | D23 2026
(8/16/2026, 12:03 AM) - IGN AllDisney and Square Enix showed up for the Deep Dive into Kingdom Hearts panel at D23 2026 to show off an extended gameplay trailer for Kingdom Hearts 4 that features a first look at a playable King Mickey, Donald, and Goofy. 
Saber CEO Apologizes To Rideshare Writer Involved In AI Controversy After Weeklong Crashout
(8/15/2026, 11:54 PM) - KotakuHopefully putting a fork in this embarrassing stitch, Matt Karch delivered a private apology to the lead Rideshare "Stimulator" writer subjected to his stinky, snarky rant
ARK: Survival Evolved Sunsets Official Switch Servers This Month
(8/15/2026, 11:00 PM) - Nintendo Life | Latest Updates"We want to thank everyone who has been part of this journey".Developer Studio Wildcard has announced official server support for the Switch version of its dinosaur-themed survival game Ark: Survival Evolved will be sunset at the end of August.The studio shared this news in a community update on the...
Simpsons Creator Seemingly Confirms Simpsons: Hit & Run Is Making A Comeback
(8/15/2026, 10:48 PM) - WGBSo, it looks like there's some buzz about The Simpsons: Hit & Run possibly returning. Matt Groening hinted basically confirmed it, but showrunner jokingly reeled it back in.
Saber's AI Rideshare Stimulator controversy almost closes on high note with CEO apology, then he calls Portal scribe who mocked him an 'unsuccessful writer'
(8/15/2026, 10:36 PM) - Latest from PC GamerWhy are you making me write this stuff?
How Samsung's Galaxy Watch 8 measures your antioxidant levels
(8/15/2026, 10:30 PM) - Engadget - Technology News & Expert ReviewsSamsung's newest party trick could actually help you improve your diet, and therefore your overall health.
Ron Gilbert talks the untraditional way he got Thimbleweed Park 2 funded, and his frustrations with modern publishing deals
(8/15/2026, 9:52 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedI think it would be a tad fair if you heard that Thimbleweed Park 2 is in the works and thought, "who funded that?" Not because it doesn't deserve funding, but because adventure games aren't exactly in vogue (even though it's not as dead a genre as many think), and also there's that whole video game...
Deals: Pixel 11 series goes on pre-order, Galaxy Z8 foldables and S26 models drop prices
(8/15/2026, 9:41 PM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesGoogle launched its new Pixel 11 series earlier this week – there is a new vanilla, two new Pro and one new foldable model. All that’s missing now is an affordable a-phone. The massive increase in RAM prices has affected the Pixel series. Google now offers 256GB storage as standard on all 11-series...
What is a Bluetooth codec and which one offers the best audio quality?
(8/15/2026, 9:30 PM) - Engadget - Technology News & Expert ReviewsIf you want the best quality out of your Bluetooth audio, it's worth reviewing some settings.- Woman claims her stepfather used Grok to transform childhood photo into explicit imagery
(8/15/2026, 9:29 PM) - TechCrunchThe woman claimed that AI tools are "taking everyday life and turning it into child sexual abuse." 
O EMPIRE! WARD OFF THY ROT puts you in an abandoned, dithered world with a cursed object and asks you to do one thing: survive the journey
(8/15/2026, 8:36 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedDo you remember, or do you even know, about the Game Boy Camera? It's exactly as it sounds, a little camera attached to an original Game Boy cartridge that you could plug in and take photos with. You could even get a printer! The aesthetic therewithin is a particular one, utilising a tiny 128x128 pi...
Apple Watch battery replacement: How much does it cost and is it worth it?
(8/15/2026, 8:00 PM) - Engadget - Technology News & Expert ReviewsReplacing the battery on your Apple Watch can extend its life, but you'll have to determine whether it's worthwhile for your model.
Matthew McConaughey could have played Joel in The Last of Us, but says 'it just wasn't for me at the time'
(8/15/2026, 7:57 PM) - Latest from PC GamerPedro Pascal did a great job, but you can see it, right?
Teenage Sex And Death At Camp Miasma Wants To Have Its Cake And Splatter It Too
(8/15/2026, 7:31 PM) - KotakuDirector Jane Schoenbrun continues their odyssey into childhood fixations, this time with a painterly but often obnoxious unraveling of gloriously problematic VHS horror- Anthropic shares more details about how Claude’s new watermarks will work
(8/15/2026, 6:58 PM) - TechCrunchHow will the watermarking actually work? Can it be hidden with editing? And how does this affect code? 
iQOO Buds TWS earphones launching on August 20
(8/15/2026, 6:45 PM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesiQOO will launch the Z11 in India on August 20, and on the same day, the brand will also unveil the iQOO Buds TWS earphones. The teaser posted by iQOO's Indian branch on X reveals the iQOO Buds' design. These are in-ear type and have silicone ear tips, which should offer passive noise cancellation....
Why are RAM prices so high right now?
(8/15/2026, 6:30 PM) - Engadget - Technology News & Expert ReviewsWhen will the price of RAM come back down again?
Simpsons creator Matt Groening implies that a Hit & Run remaster is coming, current showrunner hastily disputes
(8/15/2026, 6:17 PM) - Latest from PC GamerStonecutters-level opsec.
Rare Two-Player Version Of First Arcade Game Up For Auction From Shiny Entertainment Founder
(8/15/2026, 6:13 PM) - KotakuComputer Space is often regarded as the first commercially distributed arcade machine, and David Perry’s personal two-player unit of this historical artifact is now up for grabs
Anthropic is watermarking text generated by Claude to comply with EU law
(8/15/2026, 6:08 PM) - Engadget - Technology News & Expert ReviewsAnthropic has explained its text watermarking approach.
"For a few weeks, women were just dropping their babies": The Witcher 3 lead on designing NPCs that react appropriately
(8/15/2026, 6:08 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedGone are the days where a developer could give an NPC maybe two lines of dialogue and call it a day. The steady shift to realism essentially enforces the idea that characters must behave realistically, which is why whenever some kind of glitch or bug makes an NPC move about in an impossible manner i...
The Airseekers Tron is an impressive mulching robot mower with a couple of frustrating flaws
(8/15/2026, 6:00 PM) - Android AuthorityThe Airseekers Tron is a resilient mower that cuts and mulches, but it's a little rough around the edges.
Slay the Spire 2 updates are slowing down again, but don't fear, it's all in the name of more modes, an alternate Act 2, and a character with a bandaged foot
(8/15/2026, 5:08 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedSlay the Spire 2 has been moving at a solid pace since it launched into early access back in March, but back in May developer Mega Crit shared that updates would be switching to once every two weeks as opposed to the previously promised weekly updates. Now, as outlined in the game's August Neowslett...
Witcher 3 designer says it wasn't easy to convince players its NPC simulation wasn't 'just fakery': 'People nowadays are interested in those kinds of details, and it really came to haunt us'
(8/15/2026, 5:04 PM) - Latest from PC Gamer"Today, if you said 'give me a Witcher 3 village that has eight houses', I could give you that in two hours."
Here’s The Argument For Why A Disc-Free PlayStation Could Actually Drive Game Prices Down
(8/15/2026, 5:00 PM) - KotakuJacob Navok says that a world without physical media will put major publishers in constant competition with each other, though how that would drive costs down is just a theory
Simpsons creator Matt Groening seemingly lets slip that Hit & Run is coming back
(8/15/2026, 4:56 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedSimpsons creator Matt Groening may have just let slip that a Hit & Run comeback is on the way. Read more
I got so freaked out by the fact that Gordon Freeman is canonically 27 that I decided to find out how old all the other classic FPS protagonists are, and it didn't make me feel better
(8/15/2026, 4:32 PM) - Latest from PC GamerTime, Dr Freeman?- SpaceX officially closes its Cursor acquisition
(8/15/2026, 4:30 PM) - TechCrunchAI coding startup Cursor is now officially a part of SpaceX. 
Killing PlayStation discs could make PS Store games cheaper, according to a former Square Enix exec
(8/15/2026, 4:21 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedA former Square Enix exec believes that PS Store prices could actually come down as a result of Sony's decision to end all physical media on PlayStation. Read more
The Fairphone 6+ now has an official launch date
(8/15/2026, 4:11 PM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesYesterday a rumor claimed that the Fairphone 6+ would become official on August 18, and today the company has confirmed it. The unveiling will take place at 13:00 CET on that day, which is 12:00 in London and 14:00 in Eastern Europe. 18.8.2026 | 13:00 CET | tune in on https://t.co/2dvBe3IvYQ pic.tw...
Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl's meaty 2.0 update brings functional fog, a suite of A-Life improvements, and more when it arrives next week
(8/15/2026, 4:10 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedStalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl's big 2.0 update is right around the corner, and developer GSC Game World have shared a plethora of details of what you can expect from it. For starters, the shooter is getting a visual upgrade, with a particular emphasis on lighting adjustments. Indoor lighting should ...- How to tell if your AI platforms’ accounts have been hacked
(8/15/2026, 4:10 PM) - TechCrunchA guide on how to check if hackers have broken into your accounts on the most popular AI platforms. 
Tetsuya Nomura Says ‘Let Your Imaginations Run Wild’ On Kingdom Hearts Animated Series, So I Will
(8/15/2026, 4:05 PM) - KotakuMr. Nomura will you be including Miramax movies? Will you be incorporating Hollywood Pictures? Will Sora and Encino Man fight the Heartless?
EverQuest Legends is the only MMO that could hook me in 2026
(8/15/2026, 4:00 PM) - Latest from PC GamerAdmittedly, I am a very specific type of guy.
Star Wars: The Old Republic hopes to recapture the 'classic' experience with difficulty options and a new way to start from scratch
(8/15/2026, 3:18 PM) - Latest from PC GamerVenture characters seem inspired by the seasonal and ironman modes found in ARPGs.
Poll: What's Your Verdict On The Gears Of War: E-Day Beta?
(8/15/2026, 3:00 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsHave you been taking part in weekend two?It's almost time for the Gears of War: E-Day Beta to come to an end! The second weekend of the beta kicked off on Thursday and disappears on August 17th at 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm BST, so we thought we'd use this opportunity to get your final thoughts on what ...
Talking Point: Is An Analogue 3D Worth The Money?
(8/15/2026, 3:00 PM) - Nintendo Life | Latest Updates'logue squadron.With the price hikes for the current-gen consoles, the prospect of an even pricier generation to come, and all the doom and gloom in the games industry, it's no wonder that a portion of players are taking solace in the world of retro.Whether it's the comfort blanket of nostalgia as y...
RPG companions need to be hateable, otherwise nobody's going to love them
(8/15/2026, 3:00 PM) - Latest from PC GamerYou're in this together.
Google is adding tons of new customization options to Android 17
(8/15/2026, 2:47 PM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesGoogle just dropped the Android 17 QPR2 Beta 3 update to eligible Pixel devices, and in addition to squashing a few bugs, the new software introduces some cool new features as well. The most notable change is the ability to customize the Quick Settings menu. Quick Settings layout editor With An...
Simpsons Creator Says GTA-Like Hit & Run Game Is Coming Back, Maybe
(8/15/2026, 2:37 PM) - KotakuMatt Groening was asked during a D23 fan event
D7VK version 2.1 brings improvements to retro game loading time
(8/15/2026, 2:31 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesD7VK continues to mature its Direct3D 7, 6, 5 and 3 to Vulkan translation, to bring improvements for retro Windows games with Wine / Proton on Linux.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.- New Evooo1Bot Linux botnet turns routers into traffic relay nodes
(8/15/2026, 2:14 PM) - BleepingComputerA new Mirai-based modular Linux botnet malware called Evooo1Bot has been targeting internet-facing gateway devices, turning them into SOCKS5 traffic relay nodes. [...] 
The bigwigs who want AI-generated NPCs and writing think you're too dumb to appreciate a good story—don't prove them right
(8/15/2026, 2:00 PM) - Latest from PC GamerThe delight's in the details.
This Solitaire game is so tiny it can load from a QR code, which is just what I need in the age of massive games and expensive storage
(8/15/2026, 1:31 PM) - Latest from PC GamerTinySol is a mini marvel.
Four Games Are Confirmed For Xbox Game Pass In September 2026 So Far
(8/15/2026, 1:30 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsLooking forward at what's to come.We've made a habit of casting our gaze ahead and sharing with you an early look at what's in store for September 2026's Xbox Game Pass lineup. So far, we know of four games scheduled to arrive in a few weeks' time.We've got dates for two pretty beefy additions in Mi...
Deals: Google Pixel 11 series pre-orders start
(8/15/2026, 1:17 PM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesGoogle launched its new Pixel 11 series earlier this week – there is a new vanilla, two new Pro and one new foldable model. All that’s missing now is an affordable a-phone. The massive increase in RAM prices has affected the Pixel series. Google now offers 256GB storage as standard on all 11-series...- Every fusion startup that has raised over $100M
(8/15/2026, 1:15 PM) - TechCrunchFusion startups have raised $7.1 billion to date, with the majority of it going to a handful of companies. 
Top Stories: iOS 27 Beta 5, iPhone 18 Pro Rumors, and More
(8/15/2026, 1:00 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageApple is likely winding down work on the initial release of iOS 27 as it prepares to install the operating system on new iPhone models coming next month, but some changes are still being made as we saw with the fifth round of betas this week. Other news and rumors this week included a look at a...
Thinking of buying the base Pixel 11? Here are 6 Pro camera features you’ll miss
(8/15/2026, 12:00 PM) - Android AuthorityIf you're a camera buff, the regular Pixel 11 may not be the best choice.
Feature: These 30+ Games Are Coming To Xbox Next Week (August 17-21)
(8/15/2026, 12:00 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsIncluding two big single-player releases!Welcome to your Xbox games roundup for August 17-21! We've got two particularly big single-player releases over the next few days in The Sinking City 2 and Mortal Shell 2, while other highlights include Backyard Baseball, an expansion for STALKER 2, and hopef...
You can now play the secret best immersive sim in coop thanks to this mod
(8/15/2026, 11:42 AM) - Latest from PC GamerPrey Coop lets you play Arkane's System Shock successor with up to 16 other players.
Kingdom Hearts 4's first new world is inspired by Pixar's Coco
(8/15/2026, 11:29 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedAlongside its Kingdom Hearts 4 release window and its Kingdom Hearts anime series announcement, Disney used Friday's D23 Entertainment Showcase to confirm the first new world for Kingdom Hearts 4: one inspired by Pixar's Coco. Read more- Kingdom Hearts is getting its own anime series on Disney+ and Disney Channel
(8/15/2026, 11:05 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedA Kingdom Hearts animated show is on the way. Read more 
Is the Pixel 11’s Tensor G6 actually a good upgrade from the G5? I crunched the numbers
(8/15/2026, 11:00 AM) - Android AuthorityTensor G6 isn't chasing benchmark glory. Here's what Google's new chip is really prioritizing.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (August 15-16)
(8/15/2026, 11:00 AM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsGears again? Mafia? Or Madden NFL 27?The weekend is upon us, people! You know the drill, it's time to pick up your favourite Xbox controller and get cracking with your gamin' masterplan.There's a few games out and about this week, such as Madden NFL 27 if you're all about that yardage. Hell Let Loos...
Kingdom Hearts 4 finally has a release window, if not quite a firm release date
(8/15/2026, 10:42 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedKingdom Hearts 4 finally has a release window – late 2027. Read more
iQOO Neo11 Ultra full specs sheet leaks, launch is imminent
(8/15/2026, 10:37 AM) - GSMArena.com - Latest articlesThe iQOO Neo11 Ultra is expected to launch in a few days and shortly after the company teased the phone, confirming the Dimensity 9500M chipset, the popular Weibo tipster Digital Chat Station revealed the rest of the hardware, leaving almost nothing to the imagination. In fact, the leak goes into...
Stalker 2's imminent free update aims to make the sequel more atmospheric and less relentlessly hostile: 'The Zone isn't one constant gunfight'
(8/15/2026, 10:35 AM) - Latest from PC GamerThe patch releases next week alongside the sequel's first story expansion.
5 Android phones you should buy instead of the Motorola Edge (2026)
(8/15/2026, 10:30 AM) - Android AuthorityThe Motorola Edge doesn't exist in a bubble, so let's see what else is out there.
The Home Speaker is the wrong $99 Google Home gadget to buy in 2026
(8/15/2026, 10:00 AM) - Android AuthorityI still wouldn't trade my original Nest Hub for the new Home Speaker.
Pixel 11 or Pixel 10a? Here’s why the Pixel 11 really is worth $400 more
(8/15/2026, 9:30 AM) - Android AuthorityThe Pixel 11 really is worth splurging for.
I tried 2 popular Flighty alternatives for Android, but there’s only one I’d pick
(8/15/2026, 9:00 AM) - Android AuthorityAndroid finally has some genuinely great Flighty alternatives.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (15th August)
(8/15/2026, 9:00 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesLet's dive in.Hello everyone, and well done for making it to the weekend once again. Give yourself a pat on the back.This week in the land of Nintendo, Super Mario Sunshine was added to Switch Online, bringing back one of the most divisive Mario games and – for those who don't own 3D All-Stars – rou...
Rusty Lake is back with another belter, so I get to shout about the overlooked puzzle series all over again
(8/15/2026, 9:00 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedI wiggle a cloud and the lake goes dark, revealing patterns among the stars. I poke a cat and pick up its sick so I can glue back together a chair. I place fly eggs on grilled fish to sate my master's guests, and I snip open a sutured wound to release the writhing thing inside. I hunt sport with my ...
What we've been playing - "My Switch 2 sits watching me from my desk like the Green Goblin mask"
(8/15/2026, 7:00 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedHello and welcome back to our regular feature where we write a little about the games we've been playing. This week, we all melt into puddles by our computers, but Dom also devotes themself to the new Fire Emblem; Connor gets enthusiastic about new fighting game on the block, Marvel Tōkon; Chr...
Disney Dreamlight Valley Teases Fourth Expansion 'The Keepsake Sea' And Jack Sparrow
(8/15/2026, 6:05 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesHannah Montana & Lizzie McGuire collection also announced.Disney also shared some news about its ever-expanding life-sim adventure Disney Dreamlight Valley at D23 this week.Following the recently released Honeyglow Woods Adventure Pack and the latest free update Pixel Perfect, fans have now been giv...
New Avengers: Doomsday Trailer Is Best Look At RDJ’s Doom Yet
(8/15/2026, 5:07 AM) - KotakuThe D23 announcements and trailers keep coming
Disney Kingdom Hearts Anime Series "Coming Soon"
(8/15/2026, 5:05 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesDeveloped in partnership with Tetsuya Nomura and Square Enix.Apart from a launch window and new trailer for Kingdom Hearts IV, Disney has also announced Kingdom Hearts: The Series (working title) will be "coming soon" to Disney+ and the Disney Channel.Read the full article on nintendolife.com
Marvel Finally Reveals The Cast Of MCU’s X-Men Reboot
(8/15/2026, 4:56 AM) - KotakuAdam Driver, Inde Navarrette, and Christopher Abbott join the ensemble cast for the 2028 film
Kingdom Hearts 4 Gets A Surprise 2027 Release Window And That’s Not All
(8/15/2026, 3:03 AM) - KotakuThe announcement comes from this year's D23 showcase
The Simpsons Hit & Run Could Be Making A Return "In Some Form"
(8/15/2026, 2:30 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesAccording to the show's creator, Matt Groening.Fans of The Simpsons have been calling for the revival of the GTA-like release The Simpsons Hit & Run for many years now.The co-showrunner previously said a "corporate octopus" stands in the way, but it looks like something might finally be happening. A...
Switch Online's DK Challenge Now Offering Physical 39-Card Set Reward
(8/15/2026, 12:55 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesA "limited-time offer" until 1st September.In June, Nintendo announced the new Switch Online event 'DK Challenge' where players could unlock digital challenge cards as a reward.Nintendo has now taken this a step further, announcing Donkey Kong fans in the US can receive a physical 39-card set if the...- How Anthropic plans to watermark Claude's AI-generated text
(8/14/2026, 11:24 PM) - BleepingComputerIt could soon become easier to identify AI-generated content, even if it's not the usual "It's Not X, it's Y" type of post you'd come across on LinkedIn and other socials. [...] 
Before Grand Theft Auto Online, GTA 4's multiplayer added 'glorious chaos' to the open world sandbox
(8/14/2026, 11:11 PM) - Latest from PC GamerLiberty City, Liberty City: so big they reviewed it twice. This time: multiplayer.
Injustice 2 Has Sold 9 Million Copies, So Where’s The Third Game?
(8/14/2026, 10:48 PM) - WGBInjustice 2 is crushing it with over 9 million sales, edging closer to Mortal Kombat titles. Fans are buzzing for a third game as evidence piles up.
Disney says that Kingdom Hearts is now a 'billion dollar franchise'
(8/14/2026, 10:45 PM) - Latest from PC GamerSora can finally afford normal person shoes.- Talks to sell PayPal to Stripe and Advent are heating up
(8/14/2026, 10:43 PM) - TechCrunchPayPal is still reportedly negotiating a potential sale to Stripe and private equity firm Advent, as the fintech firm's new CEO attempts to turn the company around. - What Crypto Casinos With No Identity Verification Reveal About Gambling Regulation
(8/14/2026, 10:20 PM) - News – PlayStation UniverseI read recently about No-KYC crypto casinos. For those unfamiliar with the term “No-KYC”, the basic concept is that online … The post What Crypto Casinos With No Identity Verification Reveal About Gambling Regulation appeared first on PlayStation Universe. - Microsoft Nearly Left China. AI Gave It a Reason to Stay
(8/14/2026, 10:06 PM) - TechRepublicMicrosoft has sharply reduced its China footprint, but Azure and AI demand from Chinese companies operating abroad are giving it a reason to stay. The post Microsoft Nearly Left China. AI Gave It a Reason to Stay appeared first on TechRepublic. - WhatsApp Begins Limited Test of AI Scam Alerts for Unknown Senders
(8/14/2026, 10:00 PM) - TechRepublicWhatsApp is testing an on-device Scam Alert feature that flags suspicious messages while keeping analysis local and preserving end-to-end encryption. The post WhatsApp Begins Limited Test of AI Scam Alerts for Unknown Senders appeared first on TechRepublic. 
MacBook Ultra: Everything We Know About Apple's OLED Touchscreen Mac
(8/14/2026, 9:48 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageApple is working on a high-end MacBook Pro that could be called the "MacBook Ultra." The device will have several firsts in a Mac, including an OLED display and a touchscreen. The "Ultra" name isn't a sure thing, because Apple could also continue to call the device the MacBook Pro and make it...
Modding the Khajiit lands into Oblivion is still the cat's meow
(8/14/2026, 9:47 PM) - Latest from PC GamerElsweyr the Deserts of Anequina stands the test of time.- White House AI Safety Reviews Could Expand to Open Models
(8/14/2026, 9:44 PM) - TechRepublicWhite House officials may expand voluntary AI safety reviews to powerful open models, raising new questions about security, competition, and compliance. The post White House AI Safety Reviews Could Expand to Open Models appeared first on TechRepublic. 
The US government wants private companies to start hacking the hackers
(8/14/2026, 9:42 PM) - Android AuthorityThe Trump administration is set to allow cybersecurity firms to fight fire with fire.
The Video Games And More You Should Play This Weekend – August 14, 2026
(8/14/2026, 9:30 PM) - Game Informer NewsThis weekend we are suggesting a lot of new games that are heavily inspired by specific old games. Agent 64 and Wild Blue Skies are GoldenEye/Perfect Dark and Star Fox 64 throwbacks, respectively. Even Duskfade has some real original Kingdom Hearts energy to it, though it is more of an action platfo...
Here's a first for Call of Duty: The Modern Warfare 4 beta will have a campaign mission and Warzone stuff
(8/14/2026, 9:29 PM) - Latest from PC GamerA double-stuffed beta.
WoW's haunted: Players report that their disconnected friends' characters are starting to play the game on their own
(8/14/2026, 9:17 PM) - Latest from PC GamerWho's playing when the player isn't?
Thimbleweed Park 2 is happening because Ron Gilbert's friend knows a rich guy who's a big fan of the original and wanted more
(8/14/2026, 9:15 PM) - Latest from PC GamerFor once, the "wealthy benefactor on the internet wants to give you money" story is actually real.
ChatGPT can now keep tabs on what you’re up to in case you need reminding later
(8/14/2026, 8:54 PM) - Android AuthorityChatGPT's new feature sounds an awful lot like Windows Recall.
Old School RuneScape began when a dev 'found the 2007 server in their desk drawer:' 13 years later, it's setting subscriber records for the long-lived MMO
(8/14/2026, 8:49 PM) - Latest from PC GamerOSRS is a resounding MMO success story.- Meta Removes More Than 750,000 Under-16 Facebook, Instagram Accounts in Australia
(8/14/2026, 8:42 PM) - TechRepublicMeta has blocked more than 750,000 under-16 Facebook and Instagram accounts in Australia as the social media age ban takes hold and other countries watch. The post Meta Removes More Than 750,000 Under-16 Facebook, Instagram Accounts in Australia appeared first on TechRepublic. 
Activision Really Wants You To Know Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4′s Campaign Isn’t A Horrible Mess Like BLOPS7
(8/14/2026, 8:39 PM) - KotakuFor the first time ever a Call of Duty beta will include access to a singleplayer campaign mission- Self-driving trucks are officially testing on California highways
(8/14/2026, 8:37 PM) - TechCrunchAurora Innovation and Kodiak AI, two companies developing self-driving trucks, have received permits from the California Department of Motor Vehicles. - OpenAI and Anthropic Cut AI Costs as Open-Weight Models Gain Ground
(8/14/2026, 8:24 PM) - TechRepublicOpenAI and Anthropic are emphasizing lower AI costs as open-weight models gain ground, forcing enterprises to weigh price, performance, and risk. The post OpenAI and Anthropic Cut AI Costs as Open-Weight Models Gain Ground appeared first on TechRepublic. 
Pixel Journal gets some handy upgrades, and may soon tidy up your rambling entries
(8/14/2026, 8:19 PM) - Android AuthorityAs Google rolls out some useful additions, we spotted evidence of on an AI-powered Auto format feature in the works.
The 12 Best Video Games Of 2002
(8/14/2026, 8:15 PM) - KotakuAs we wrap Warp Week, we look back at the very best games of 2002
Pocketpair 'not planning to spend a year making a massive update' for Palworld 1.1
(8/14/2026, 8:08 PM) - Latest from PC GamerCareful what you ask for.
Monkey Island Creator’s Next Game Is Funded By A Rich Guy Because He Was Tired Of Bad Publisher Deals
(8/14/2026, 7:53 PM) - KotakuThimbleweed Park 2 is being made thanks to one very rich fan of point-and-click adventure games
A Surprising Overwatch Hero Wants Roadhog’s Whole Hog
(8/14/2026, 7:37 PM) - Kotaku‘Do you think love can bloom, even on the payload?’- Microsoft Plans to End SMS and Voice Authentication for Entra ID
(8/14/2026, 7:33 PM) - TechRepublicMicrosoft is reportedly phasing out SMS and voice authentication in Entra ID. See the claimed deadlines and what IT administrators should do next. The post Microsoft Plans to End SMS and Voice Authentication for Entra ID appeared first on TechRepublic. 
Rideshare Stimulator Outlines AI Usage After Contentious Exchange With Ex-Writer
(8/14/2026, 7:33 PM) - GameSpot - Game NewsAfter Saber Interactive unveiled its upcoming title Rideshare Stimulater, former lead writer Stella Sacco came forward and said that she had been replaced by ChatGPT during development. Saber CEO Matthew Karch denied Sacco's allegation that she had been replaced by AI, but the company has now shared...- Thrive’s Joshua Kushner chides Silicon Valley VCs over AI euphoria
(8/14/2026, 7:33 PM) - TechCrunchThe AI opportunity is huge, but "it would also be a grave error in our minds to let excitement weaken our investment discipline," Kushner warns in his first-ever investment letter. - Google Says Chrome Cut 7 Billion Unwanted Android Notifications Per Day
(8/14/2026, 7:25 PM) - TechRepublicGoogle says Chrome cut unwanted Android notifications by more than 7 billion per day using permission controls, abuse detection, rate limits, and on-device ML. The post Google Says Chrome Cut 7 Billion Unwanted Android Notifications Per Day appeared first on TechRepublic. - Should You Buy an iPhone 17 Now or Wait for iPhone 18?
(8/14/2026, 7:15 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageFor the first time since Apple started selling standard and "Pro" iPhones, we're not going to get an entry-level iPhone model this fall. Apple doesn't plan to release an iPhone 18 in September, and will only launch the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and foldable iPhone Ultra. The lower-cost iP... 
US Senate launches investigation into Roblox: 'Children on your platform are hurting. Congress will not look the other way'
(8/14/2026, 7:07 PM) - Latest from PC GamerRoblox says it "looks forward to sharing the facts" with the investigative committee.- What we know about the alleged Iranian hacks on US water utilities
(8/14/2026, 7:04 PM) - TechCrunchOver the last couple of weeks, hackers have targeted and broken into the systems of several water plants in the United States. Here’s what we know and don’t know about this wave of attacks allegedly carried out by the Iranian government. - Read-it-later app Pocket shut down — here are the best alternatives
(8/14/2026, 6:58 PM) - TechCrunchPocket users have until October 8, 2025, to export their saved articles and other items, including lists, archives, favorites, notes, and highlights. - Singapore Is Literally Training People to Get Scammed
(8/14/2026, 6:50 PM) - TechRepublicSingapore is using simulated AI-enabled scam calls to train the public, offering IT leaders a new model for social engineering security training. The post Singapore Is Literally Training People to Get Scammed appeared first on TechRepublic. 
I Think Kingdom Hearts Is Going To Change The World
(8/14/2026, 6:49 PM) - KotakuFinal Fantasy's unthinkable crossover with Disney might just be the tip of the iceberg- CXMT Valuation Surges as AI Demand Reshapes China’s DRAM Market
(8/14/2026, 6:43 PM) - TechRepublicCXMT overtook Tencent in market value as AI memory demand lifted chip stocks and highlighted China’s expanding role in the competitive global DRAM market. The post CXMT Valuation Surges as AI Demand Reshapes China’s DRAM Market appeared first on TechRepublic. 
Here's What The Mafia: Definitive Edition Upgrade Looks Like On Xbox Series X|S
(8/14/2026, 6:25 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsA first look at the long-awaited upgrade.Today's the day for the free Mafia: Definitive Edition upgrade (for digital owners of the game) on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, and I've personally been eagerly awaiting its arrival for the past 24 hours.If you haven't managed to locate it yet, you'll wan...
Google now lets you remove the watermark from Gemini’s creations
(8/14/2026, 6:18 PM) - Android AuthorityGoogle gives users control over visible Gemini watermarks.- Hackers arrested over €30M bank fraud exploiting service provider flaw
(8/14/2026, 6:04 PM) - BleepingComputerFour cybercriminals were arrested in Brazil, and three others were charged in Europe over allegations that they exploited a vulnerability at a service provider, allowing them to withdraw funds from Commerzbank customers' bank accounts. [...] 
Review: Punk Workshop FightStick G01 Arcade Stick For Switch 1 & 2 - Quite Simply One Of The Best
(8/14/2026, 6:00 PM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesDoes it come in black?The arcade and fighting game scene is now completely dominated by a growing number of ‘leverless’ controllers, meaning the classic joystick used for movement is replaced by individual buttons for each direction.For the uninitiated, leverless controllers might look completely bo...
Onimusha: Way Of The Sword Isn’t A Horror Game, But There Are Definitely Moments Of Horror
(8/14/2026, 6:00 PM) - Game Informer NewsCapcom’s samurai action series, Onimusha, has been around for more than two decades… kinda. The first game, Onimusha: Warlords, arrived in 2001, and within the next five years, three more mainline games were released. The last one launched in 2006, and it’s been 20 years since without a sequel. Onim...
Google Health now lets you remove AI guidance from the Today tab
(8/14/2026, 5:42 PM) - Android AuthorityA new toggle lets you clean up Google Health's home screen.
The Watcher is a creepy surveillance thriller with shiny Unreal Engine props - I just hope it's not as talkative as its trailer
(8/14/2026, 5:41 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedSome pressing personal context: I live in a very small flat with huge windows and curtains that only ever seem to cover about 80% of the view, no matter how ingeniously I yank them around. Every laundry day, I have to decide between letting the sunlight in, and hiding my drying underpants from the e...
Halo: Campaign Evolved Will Look Way Better Soon
(8/14/2026, 5:20 PM) - GameSpot - Game NewsHalo: Campaign Evolved is set to receive its first major patch next week, one that will give players more control over the game's visuals as well as make improvements to Jackals and Sgt. Johnson. As outlined by the Halo Support X account, a patch coming sometime next week will fix a few pain poin...
A dev tried to warn WB Games not to launch Lord of the Rings: War in the North 10 days before Skyrim, but was 'overruled'
(8/14/2026, 5:07 PM) - Latest from PC GamerAs a wise tree guy once said, "We must not be hasty."
Fairphone sets date to finally unveil the Fairphone 6 Plus
(8/14/2026, 5:05 PM) - Android AuthorityFairphone teases the launch of the Fairphone 6 Plus.
Talking Point: Amid Rising Console Prices, What Would You Do If Your Xbox Broke Tomorrow?
(8/14/2026, 5:00 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsBuy another one? Wait for Helix? Go back to an older model?The industry is in a bit of a mess at the moment when it comes to console prices. We've already heard a lot about about the component crisis that's causing console price tags to continually rise across the board, and it was back in June that...
Thimbleweed Park 2 Is Being Funded By A Sole 'Wealthy Outsider'
(8/14/2026, 4:45 PM) - Nintendo Life | Latest Updates"This deal is a lot more fair".Thimbleweek Park 2, the upcoming sequel to the 2017 cult classic, is reportedly being funded by a sole 'wealthy outsider'.This comes from Jason Schreier at Bloomberg, who interviewed creator Ron Gilbert regarding the creation of the sequel. Despite making more than $62...- The MacRumors Show: Where Does the Apple Watch Go Next?
(8/14/2026, 4:35 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageOn this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss how the Apple Watch is seemingly heading into one of its least eventful new generations, yet the rumors stacking up behind it describe the most radical rethink in the product's history coming later. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube c... - Scott Pilgrim EX Retail Release Now Available Globally
(8/14/2026, 4:30 PM) - GamersHeroesNow available for the PlayStation 5 and the Nintendo Switch, the global retail release of Tribute Games and Universal Products & Experiences’ Scott Pilgrim EX has made its way to participating retailers and the official iam8bit website. The post Scott Pilgrim EX Retail Release Now Available Globally... 
We've been tracking graphics card prices for exactly one year and it's never been worse than this
(8/14/2026, 4:27 PM) - Latest from PC GamerAnd I don't know where we go from here. Any positive thoughts welcome.
Fields of Mistria review
(8/14/2026, 4:26 PM) - Latest from PC GamerIt's a shojo anime fever dream with a level of character writing I didn't know I could find in a farm sim.- Unforgetful is a new reminders app for people who can’t stop hitting snooze
(8/14/2026, 4:21 PM) - TechCrunchUnforgetful, the latest app from longtime indie developer Marco Arment, is designed to make reminders harder to ignore — or accidentally dismiss. - Google will now allow users to remove visible watermark from its AI generations
(8/14/2026, 4:13 PM) - TechCrunchTurning off this setting won't affect invisible benchmarks used to identify an AI generated file. 
Ars Live recap: How can we stop publishers from killing their own games?
(8/14/2026, 4:11 PM) - Gaming - Ars TechnicaThe Stop Killing Games movement faces an uphill battle.
Chrome is testing a bookmarks bar feature nobody asked for
(8/14/2026, 4:09 PM) - Android AuthorityChrome is testing a feature that could be annoying for fans of the bookmarks bar.
Memory is pricey, but I've found three PC component bundles that will save you some money, and future-proof your gaming rig
(8/14/2026, 4:08 PM) - Latest from PC GamerEach of these budget-conscious bundles comes with 16 GB of DDR5.
This 50-inch 2026 Toshiba 4K QLED Fire TV is down to $199.99 at Amazon
(8/14/2026, 4:02 PM) - Android AuthorityThe Toshiba 50-inch 4K QLED Fire TV drops under $200 with Dolby Vision, Alexa voice control, and built-in streaming apps.
Four New Indie Games Are Proving Highly Popular On Xbox Right Now
(8/14/2026, 4:00 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsThey're all amongst the top 50 paid games on the Microsoft Store.It looks like Xbox has been updating the "Top Paid" section of the Microsoft Store over the past few hours, and it highlights that four unlikely indie games in particular have all made their way into the top 50 list for "paid" download...- Apple Intelligence in China: Alibaba Backs a Custom AI Model
(8/14/2026, 3:58 PM) - TechRepublicApple reportedly trained a China-specific AI model with Alibaba, changing how Apple Intelligence may work for users and businesses in mainland China. The post Apple Intelligence in China: Alibaba Backs a Custom AI Model appeared first on TechRepublic. 
Grab 2 Philips Hue Secure wired cameras for $99.99 while this deal lasts
(8/14/2026, 3:49 PM) - Android AuthorityThis Philips Hue camera 2-pack has 1080p video, night vision, and IP65 protection, and is now 62% off at Amazon.- Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.5 Launching August 26
(8/14/2026, 3:49 PM) - GamersHeroesVersion 4.5 of HoYoverse’s space fantasy RPG Honkai: Star Rail, dubbed "To Roll the Stars in Astropolis," will release August 26. The post Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.5 Launching August 26 appeared first on GamersHeroes. 
Watch God Of War Laufey Star Smash The Last Of Us Golf Club Prop On Her First Day
(8/14/2026, 3:48 PM) - GameSpot - Game NewsDeborah Ann Woll plays Faye in the upcoming PS5 game God of War Laufey, and she had quite a memorable first day on set. At San Diego Comic-Con recently, she shared a story about how, on her very first day, she broke a famous prop from The Last of Us due to her strength and tenacity--only she didn't ...- Does Mark Zuckerberg really believe AI is ‘for everyone’?
(8/14/2026, 3:43 PM) - TechCrunchMeta released Glimmer this week, an open-weight AI model anyone can download and run on their own hardware — a contrast to Muse Spark, the company’s more powerful model that stays locked behind its own APIs. The release landed alongside a letter from Mark Zuckerberg arguing AI should be “for everyon... 
Ads Coming Soon to Apple Maps
(8/14/2026, 3:29 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageAs reported by MediaPost, businesses in the U.S. and Canada can buy Apple Maps ad slots starting today. An introductory offer provides advertisers with a 15% credit towards future ad spend, on up to $1,000 per month of spend over the first year. The ads do not appear to be visible in Apple Maps j...
Rideshare Stimulator finally gets its genAI disclosure after much Saber-rattling, and it turns out the game also uses the tech for in-game music
(8/14/2026, 3:26 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedUpdate, 17/8: Former Rideshare Stimulator writer Stella Sacco says, via BlueSky, that she's receieved and accepted an apology from Saber Interactive CEO Matthew Karch for the disparaging comments detailed in this article. "None of this changes my stance on AI," Sacco adds. "Matt and I obviously diff...
Samsung Galaxy phone allegedly explodes in pocket, marking fourth incident this year
(8/14/2026, 3:19 PM) - Android AuthorityIncident in India leaves victim with burn injuries.
Feature: One Year On, Is Anyone Still Playing Drag x Drive?
(8/14/2026, 3:00 PM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesDrag x Thrive?Despite what some might think, Nintendo is always releasing games under new IP. It’s not all just Mario and Pokémon. In late May, they released Pictonico! on mobile, and in early August they released D-Hopper on Virtual Boy (technically an old IP that finally saw the light of day). And...- Hackers exploit macOS Screen Sharing flaw to deploy Monero miner
(8/14/2026, 2:59 PM) - BleepingComputerThe Netherlands' National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) is warning that hackers are actively exploiting a macOS authentication bypass vulnerability after public exploit code emerged. [...] 
Arc Raiders' next major update will present players with a 'new high-level challenge' with a frozen map and arcs which will 'challenge the ways you've learned to move'
(8/14/2026, 2:58 PM) - Latest from PC GamerGo get your gloves and winter hats.
This Pixel 11 Pro XL promo code saves you $150 and stacks with Amazon’s gift card
(8/14/2026, 2:57 PM) - Android AuthorityA promo code makes an already strong pre-order deal even better.- Apple proposes to take a 15% cut of purchases made outside the App Store
(8/14/2026, 2:54 PM) - TechCrunchApple is asking a federal judge to allow it to charge commissions of up to 15% on purchases made through external links in iOS apps. - Kog is going deeper to squeeze more inference out of GPUs
(8/14/2026, 2:50 PM) - TechCrunchThe idea that GPUs are poorly suited for agentic workflows may be a misconception, according to French startup Kog. 
Roblox Is Now The Target Of A Congressional Investigation: “Children Are Hurting”
(8/14/2026, 2:49 PM) - GameSpot - Game NewsUS Senators Josh Hawley and Dick Durbin have announced that Roblox will be the subject of a congressional investigation amid claims that the gaming platform is a threat to child safety. "You trumpet Roblox as a safe digital playground for children as young as five," the pair wrote in an open let...
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta Will Do Something No Previous CoD Beta Has
(8/14/2026, 2:48 PM) - GameSpot - Game NewsActivision has announced that the upcoming Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta will have more than just multiplayer content. The MW4 beta will also include access to the campaign mission, Entrenched, along with the upcoming Warzone mode, Resurgence Zodiac. Activision will show off some of this c...
'To own a Razer Artisan Keycap is to display one’s allegiance, a mark of belonging within the Cult of Razer' says the PR nonsense behind this $90 coil of snakes
(8/14/2026, 2:45 PM) - Latest from PC GamerIt's Medusa-friendly, though.
This flagship with a massive battery and a 200MP camera is just around the corner
(8/14/2026, 2:41 PM) - Android AuthorityLeaked specs reveal POCO's upcoming F9 Pro and F9 Ultra with large batteries ahead of an EU launch.
The Epic Games Launcher will be available on Linux 'soon' says dev, after it's had a bit of work
(8/14/2026, 2:37 PM) - Latest from PC GamerAnother year of Linux PC gaming, perhaps?
Cancelled First-Party Xbox Title Shows Up In A Random Fishing Game
(8/14/2026, 2:30 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsTalk about hidden Contraband.It's been just over a year since Microsoft scrapped its Xbox exclusive Contraband, teased as an open-world co-op smuggling experience from Avalanche Studios. Until now, all we'd seen was its teaser trailer and a handful of leaked screenshots showing early UI. Now, in one...
Disney Has 9 Gaming Franchises That Have Generated $1 Billion+ At Retail, Including Kingdom Hearts
(8/14/2026, 2:26 PM) - GameSpot - Game NewsDisney has outlined just how powerful and important video games are to the company's future. In a blog post ahead of D23--where Kingdom Hearts news is expected--the company's gaming boss, Sean Shoptaw, revealed that games are now a "fundamental part of the broader entertainment landscape." He sai...
UK video game industry charity football match raises over £63,000 for physically disabled gamers
(8/14/2026, 2:21 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedVideo game charity SpecialEffect has once again hosted its One Big Game football event, bringing developers from all across the UK games industry together to raise money for a good cause. And with the event now over, more than £63,000 has been raised to help support physically disabled gamers. Read...
Best Apple Deals of the Week: Steep Discounts Hit AirPods, MacBook Pro, and Anker Accessories
(8/14/2026, 2:18 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageThe highlights of this week in Apple deals include ongoing low prices on AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Max 2, and the 2026 MacBook Pro. We're also tracking solid deals on accessories from Anker and other companies on Amazon thanks to some back to school sales. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner wit...
Compulsion Games becomes publisher of South of Midnight on Steam, suggesting departure from Xbox amid major restructuring is now complete
(8/14/2026, 2:17 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedDeveloper Compulsion Games is now listed as the publisher of its beautiful, musical action adventure game South of Midnight on Steam, suggesting that its full detachment from the Xbox division is complete. Read more
I can’t thank this AI tool enough for turning me into a salient LinkedIn sage
(8/14/2026, 2:15 PM) - Android AuthorityA news reader, a movie recommender, and an important Linux release also feature in this new AI apps and services roundup!
Tim Cook Reflects on His Legacy in Final Weeks as Apple CEO
(8/14/2026, 2:12 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageApple CEO Tim Cook once said that what Steve Jobs stood for, in a word, was "innovation." In a CBS News interview conducted yesterday, Cook – in his final weeks at the helm of the company – was asked what his legacy stood for, and this was his response: "In my view, your legacy is described by ot...- Hyperscalers might regret embracing natural gas if new forecast proves correct
(8/14/2026, 2:05 PM) - TechCrunchNatural gas prices could triple in some parts of the U.S., which could saddle hyperscalers with massive bills to power their AI data centers. - AI Scale, Security Crises, and Robot Ambitions Define This Week in Tech
(8/14/2026, 2:03 PM) - TechRepublicSee what you missed in Daily Tech Insider from August 10–14. The post AI Scale, Security Crises, and Robot Ambitions Define This Week in Tech appeared first on TechRepublic. - The Modern Attack Chain: Rethinking Google Workspace Security in the Age of AI
(8/14/2026, 2:00 PM) - BleepingComputerGoogle Workspace attacks do not always begin with phishing. Stolen OAuth tokens can provide another path into Gmail, Drive, and connected systems. Material Security explains why organizations need defenses that cover the entire Workspace attack chain. [...] 
Palworld fans 'do not realize the sheer number of collabs we've rejected' even with the survival game's 'fun-first approach'
(8/14/2026, 1:47 PM) - Latest from PC GamerI think Terraria is a great fit.- Max severity SAP Commerce Cloud flaw now targeted in attacks
(8/14/2026, 1:45 PM) - BleepingComputerA maximum-severity SAP Commerce Cloud remote code execution vulnerability patched three days ago is already being targeted in attacks, according to threat intelligence company Defused. [...] 
High On Life Is Coming To VR, And Yes, You Can Stroke Your Weird Guns
(8/14/2026, 1:31 PM) - GameSpot - Game NewsHigh on Life is coming to a new platform, as the irreverent first-person shooter with talking alien guns is getting a VR port. Announced during the VR Games Showcase, this new version of High on Life will launch for Meta Quest, PlayStation VR2, and SteamVR headsets in 2027. Originally developed b...
Hand of Fate: Hordes is a bullet heaven survivor-like filled with story-telling and games of chance
(8/14/2026, 1:31 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesHand of Fate: Hordes recently entered Early Access bringing some interesting story-telling, games of chance and deck-building to the bullet heaven genre.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
30 New Things Your iPhone Can Do in iOS 27
(8/14/2026, 1:24 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageApple will release iOS 27 in September, and despite the company's focus this year on refining its flagship operating system and nixing bugs, there are still many additional features on the way, not least of which is Apple's new context-aware Siri, re-tooled for the generative AI era. This year...
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls review
(8/14/2026, 1:23 PM) - Latest from PC GamerPerformance anxiety.
Nintendo announces Pokémon Pokopia has sold over 5m copies, meaning that roughly one in four Switch 2 users now owns the game
(8/14/2026, 1:19 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedIt looks like we've got another massive Pokémon-flavoured hit on our hands. Nintendo and The Pokémon Company have confirmed that Pokémon Pokopia has sold more than five million units globally - a pretty impressive number given the game has been out for "just over four months". These sales include bo...
1986 Amiga Classic Gets Rebuilt With Two New Game Modes For Xbox Series X|S
(8/14/2026, 1:15 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsIt's called Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns.We've had a whole bunch of really interesting indie releases on Xbox this week including Wild Blue Skies and Duskfade, and another one is a remake of a 1986 Amiga classic that's just launched on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S.The game we're refe...
Leak uncovers design changes coming with One UI 9.5 to Galaxy phones
(8/14/2026, 1:14 PM) - Android AuthorityEarly screenshots reveal drop shadows and frosted elements, and an AI-powered search tool inside the Samsung Dialer app.
2011 Lord Of The Rings Game Didn’t Get A “Fair Shake” Launching Near Skyrim, Former WB Boss Says
(8/14/2026, 1:13 PM) - GameSpot - Game NewsChristian Allen, who was on the leadership team at Warner Bros. Games when 2011's The Lord of the Rings: War in the North came out, has commented on the recent re-release, saying he's happy the game is coming back because it didn't get a "fair shake" upon its original release. Why's that? He said he...
GameSir T7 Pro Sugar Whirl review
(8/14/2026, 1:13 PM) - Latest from PC GamerNot quite the sweetest of treats.
Big app download hogging your data? Google Play Store may finally let you pause it
(8/14/2026, 1:10 PM) - Android AuthorityYou can also install widgets for new apps you install — but there are some hiccups.
Pixel 11 Pro trades one niche feature for another — but which is your favorite?
(8/14/2026, 1:00 PM) - Android AuthorityThermometer or HiLight? Pick your challenger.
Have your say on the RPS Supporter program with this short, yet deeply opinion-absorbent survey
(8/14/2026, 12:28 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedYou’ve heard our ideas on how to make the RPS Supporter program more betterer, now we want to hear yours. Everyone, regardless of whether you’re already signed up or not, is invited to take the RPS Supporter survey: a succinct questionblast where you can tell us, to our wretched faces, what you thin...
The GPU price hike is here and you should avoid any Nvidia card with more than 8 GB VRAM, if you value your bank balance
(8/14/2026, 12:16 PM) - Latest from PC GamerNvidia's 12 GB RTX 5070 and 16 GB RTX 5060 Ti cards have now priced themselves out of all reason.
2K Games Is Making A New Sports Franchise, And All Signs Point To Soccer
(8/14/2026, 12:14 PM) - GameSpot - Game News2K Games has announced the formation of Small Axe Studios, a new developer that it says will be focused on building a new "blockbuster" sports franchise. While the publisher--which is owned by Take-Two Interactive--has commented which sport will be joining its other franchises, it looks like 2K migh...
After a public scrap between CEO and former writer, Saber Interactive finally adds AI disclaimer to Steam page and doubles down: 'AI can and should help shape gamer experiences'
(8/14/2026, 12:10 PM) - Latest from PC GamerIt's been a wild ride.
Hell Let Loose: Vietnam Comparison Shows Difference Between Xbox Series X And Series S
(8/14/2026, 12:00 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsTake a look at how the Xbox versions measure up.Hardcore FPS Hell Let Loose: Vietnam launched yesterday to some generally favourable review scores, and so we thought to share footage from both the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S versions of the game.As has become fairly custom for these comparison f...
Review: Duskfade (Switch 2) - A Very Likeable Kingdom Hearts-Inspired Platformer That's Not Quite There
(8/14/2026, 12:00 PM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesLet's do the time warp again.A couple of decades ago, before the average cost of game development launched into the stratosphere, it used to be common to see more experimental 'AA' releases on console. These lower-budget games didn't have quite the same production value as the major, best-selling ga...
Galaxy phones are finally letting users remove this longtime Microsoft app
(8/14/2026, 11:59 AM) - Android AuthorityYou can now ditch pre-installed bloatware on your Samsung Galaxy phone.- Shell investigates 'potential incident' after Clop data theft claims
(8/14/2026, 11:55 AM) - BleepingComputerOil giant Shell has confirmed it is investigating a potential security incident after the Clop ransomware gang claimed it stole 89GB of data. [...] 
EA Sports FC might be getting a proper football game challenger, as 2K sets up new studio to make its "next blockbuster sports franchise"
(8/14/2026, 11:53 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedEA's relatively uncontested football crown may be seriously challenged again, as 2K Sports announces a brand new studio led by a former FIFA executive producer that's mandated to create the company's "next blockbuster sports franchise". Read more
Best mid-range phone for the younger gen: The OPPO Reno16 Series is built for social content creators
(8/14/2026, 11:52 AM) - Android AuthorityFrom capture to upload, the OPPO Reno16 Series does it all.
Raft meets Don't Starve in the new survival game Coastless
(8/14/2026, 11:46 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesGoing right into my list of must-haves for co-op gaming with my partner, Coastless is a fresh survival crafting game blending Raft and Don't Starve.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
This Good Lock module is wreaking havoc on your Galaxy phone’s home screen, but a fix is on the way
(8/14/2026, 11:38 AM) - Android AuthoritySamsung says the DIY Home feature in Home Up is to blame for this bug.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls review
(8/14/2026, 11:28 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedWhenever I see the words "spiritual successor" attached to any new game, I immediately get concerned. You set a bar in the minds of old fans that can prove impossible to reach. This is not the next great Marvel vs Capcom game. It's not a Marvel vs Capcom game at all, in fact. It is, however, the bes...
The LULULOOK Gaming Pillow for Steam Deck is the ultimate way to be lazy
(8/14/2026, 11:23 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesLULULOOK sent over the LULULOOK Gaming Pillow for Steam Deck and it has become my go-to when I want to be truly lazy.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
I love the Dark Soulful architecture of The Canon of Balls, a rolling open world game inspired by Sega, Fumito Ueda and Minecraft parkour
(8/14/2026, 11:22 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedWhat do Dark Souls, Super Monkey Ball, Shadow of the Colossus, and Minecraft have in common? They are all explicit inspirations for The Canon of Balls, a spooky and unforgiving new open world platformer in which you are a horrified statue's face with a fleshy pink tongue, floating inside a rolling c...- Microsoft Merges Copilot Apps as Features Disappear Starting Aug. 18
(8/14/2026, 11:16 AM) - TechRepublicMicrosoft is consolidating its consumer Copilot and Microsoft 365 Copilot apps into one experience, with several feature retirements beginning Aug. 18 and a broader desktop rollout following in September. The post Microsoft Merges Copilot Apps as Features Disappear Starting Aug. 18 appeared first on... 
Xbox Adds Gorgeous New Dynamic Background Ahead Of August 20th Release
(8/14/2026, 11:00 AM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsIt gets prettier the more you look at it.Microsoft's library of dynamic backgrounds on Xbox Series X|S continues to grow this week, with this gorgeous new addition from GSC Game World.The reason is likely to get folks pumped for the upcoming release of Stalker 2's first major DLC expansion, Cost of ...- Stop Losing Money on Forgotten Software With This $39.99 Tool
(8/14/2026, 10:59 AM) - TechRepublicStackVault provides one place to track software purchases, spot duplicates, monitor ROI, and manage costs. The post Stop Losing Money on Forgotten Software With This $39.99 Tool appeared first on TechRepublic. 
PS3 emulation on Android keeps getting better with new ARMSX3 updates
(8/14/2026, 10:57 AM) - Android AuthorityExpect support for package files and folder-based games, as well as a host of fixes.
Scabby versus Sharma, Twitch's GenAI admission, and Netflix shutters more studios - Patch Notes #65
(8/14/2026, 10:51 AM) - gamedeveloperPlus: Big sales for Big Walk and some welcome preservation news.
Indie Publisher Nakana.io Is Closing, All Games Now Heavily Discounted
(8/14/2026, 10:45 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesThere's a catch if you're in the US.Indie publisher Nakana.io has sadly announced that it will be ceasing operations from Autumn 2026.The company, which specialised in arthouse and meaningful games, is now offering one last sale before the end, discounting all ten of its titles in both the US and Eu...
Netflix's gaming "secret weapon" is no more - Oxenfree studio Night School is to close
(8/14/2026, 10:40 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedThe hope that Netflix might produce something more than snackable sports or party games has vanished with today's revelation that Oxenfree studio Night School is to close. Read more
Halo: Campaign Evolved studio outlines five key updates that'll drop with next week's big patch
(8/14/2026, 10:35 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedThere's a new update coming to Halo: Campaign Evolved next week. The patch, which is targeting some of the biggest issues players have had with the game since its launch a few weeks ago, will arrive sometime between 17th August and 21st August (no fixed date has been announced yet). Read more
Fields of Mistria review
(8/14/2026, 10:31 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedIt's 1:50am, and a purple cat throws several logs of wood at my head as I run to bed, exhausted from a long day battling sentient lanterns in the mines. At 6am the grind begins again, but not before a morning chat with the amnesiac dragon statue who lives down the garden path. It's a hard life for a...
The Pixel 11 Pro is a slap in the face to Android enthusiasts everywhere
(8/14/2026, 10:30 AM) - Android AuthorityEnthusiasts are being left behind.- The Grounds, Dynamic OVR and Rebuilt Interceptions: Why EA Sports FC 27 Changes Everything
(8/14/2026, 10:27 AM) - News – PlayStation UniverseFootball video games have always held a unique place in gaming culture. They shaped how millions of fans engaged with … The post The Grounds, Dynamic OVR and Rebuilt Interceptions: Why EA Sports FC 27 Changes Everything appeared first on PlayStation Universe. - From USDT to INR: What Gamers Should Know About Stablecoins and Digital Purchase Prices
(8/14/2026, 10:27 AM) - News – PlayStation UniverseGaming has become increasingly digital, but digital distribution has not eliminated geographic differences in how money works. Games, downloadable content, … The post From USDT to INR: What Gamers Should Know About Stablecoins and Digital Purchase Prices appeared first on PlayStation Universe. - Anthropic Reportedly Eyes $6 Billion Decart Acquisition to Boost AI Efficiency
(8/14/2026, 10:20 AM) - TechRepublicAnthropic is reportedly considering a $6 billion acquisition of Decart, potentially expanding its AI portfolio while targeting greater compute efficiency. The post Anthropic Reportedly Eyes $6 Billion Decart Acquisition to Boost AI Efficiency appeared first on TechRepublic. 
Plague Keepers is a grim co-op extraction shooter where the fog changes everything
(8/14/2026, 10:20 AM) - VideoGamerX1 Games has announced Plague Keepers, a new co-op PvE extraction shooter set inside a world ravaged by disease, where surviving the monsters is only part of the problem. The studio, previously responsible for psychological cosmic horror game Emotionless: The Last Ticket, is heading in a very differ...- Mafia: The Omerta Collection Out Today For PS5, Includes Mafia Definitive Edition With 60 FPS Support
(8/14/2026, 10:05 AM) - News – PlayStation UniversePS5 owners can grab Mafia The Omerta Collection, which includes all Mafia, Mafia 2, Mafia 3 & Mafia The Old Country. Plus, Mafia: Definitive Edition adds 60 FPS support. The post Mafia: The Omerta Collection Out Today For PS5, Includes Mafia Definitive Edition With 60 FPS Support appeared first on P... - Apple May Delay the iPhone 18 Until 2027 as Premium Models Get Fall Launch
(8/14/2026, 10:03 AM) - TechRepublicApple may delay the standard iPhone 18 until early 2027 while launching Pro models this fall, marking a major change to its release schedule. The post Apple May Delay the iPhone 18 Until 2027 as Premium Models Get Fall Launch appeared first on TechRepublic. 
Pixel 11 Pro XL vs. Galaxy S26 Ultra: There’s only one I’d spend my money on
(8/14/2026, 10:00 AM) - Android AuthorityBoth phones are great, but Google's vision speaks to me a bit more.
Halo Studios Reveals Five Main Highlights In Campaign Evolved's Next Update
(8/14/2026, 10:00 AM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsArriving next week!We've got a new update coming to Halo: Campaign Evolved at some point over the next few days, and the folks over at Halo Studios have already revealed the five main highlights that will be featured as part of it.This has been detailed on social media, including the ability to turn...
Samsung could soon take on Apple and Sony with its own Galaxy headphones
(8/14/2026, 9:51 AM) - Android AuthorityThe rumored headphones could bring ANC and deeper Galaxy AI integration.
Apple Trained Own AI Model for China Market With Help From Alibaba
(8/14/2026, 9:46 AM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageReuters reports that Apple has trained its own large language model for the China market, rather than relying on a third-party model to power its Apple Intelligence features in the country. The LLM has been developed with the help of Alibaba, according to the report's sources. The development m...
Netflix Shuts Down Oxenfree Developer Night School Studio
(8/14/2026, 9:45 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest Updates"We see an opportunity to be more focused in our execution".You know that awesome developer Night School Studio? The one behind Oxenfree and its 2023 sequel? Yeah, it's gone. Netflix shut it down.This news comes from Game File, confirming that the streaming giant has closed two studios: the aforemen...
Hell Let Loose: Vietnam arrives on Steam and works on SteamOS / Linux
(8/14/2026, 9:31 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesThe tactical online shooter Hell Let Loose: Vietnam from Expression Games / Team17 has now officially launched and it does thankfully work on SteamOS / Linux.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
I used DeX to turn my Galaxy S25 Ultra into a lightweight gaming PC — and it actually worked
(8/14/2026, 9:30 AM) - Android AuthorityYes, I played Cyberpunk 2077 on it.- Agentic AI Foundation Adds 57 Members as Enterprises Push for Open Standards
(8/14/2026, 9:29 AM) - TechRepublicThe Agentic AI Foundation added 57 members as enterprises seek open standards for interoperable AI agents, tools, and data systems. The post Agentic AI Foundation Adds 57 Members as Enterprises Push for Open Standards appeared first on TechRepublic. 
Total War: Warhammer 3 is getting a big free vampiric update in September, alongside the epithet-stuffed Lords of the End Times DLC
(8/14/2026, 9:28 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedCreative Assembly have announced a release date for Total War: Warhammer 3 expansion Lords of the End Times. Consisting of four new legendary lords, each with a distinct retinue, campaign and battle map abilities, it's billed as "the biggest DLC that we’ve ever released in the series 10-year history...
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls looks to have sold almost half a million copies in a week
(8/14/2026, 9:07 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedNew sales estimates show that Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls may have sold almost 500,000 copies in around a week, a solid pace for a fighting game. Read more- Google ordered to remove scary warnings when installing third-party app stores
(8/14/2026, 9:03 AM) - Android AuthorityUS Judge rules that Play Store's warning screens are anticompetitive friction that must end. 
Camera Looks may finally fix the biggest sin of Google Pixel cameras
(8/14/2026, 9:00 AM) - Android AuthorityCamera Looks brings fully customizable, film-like simulations to the Pixel 11 series.
Carve Some Time Out Of A Busy September For This Adorable-Looking 3D Puzzler
(8/14/2026, 9:00 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesBlock party.We've been keeping an eye on Woodo since it was first announced for Switch back in 2024. This delightful-looking 3D puzzler warmed our cockles when it appeared back in the Indie World Direct earlier this year (accompanied by a Switch 2 announcement), and now, it finally has a release dat...
Google Play Store hides Pixel 11 series discounts in plain sight
(8/14/2026, 8:58 AM) - Android AuthorityYou can get $150 off the Pixel 11 series, as well as hefty discounts for the Pixel 11 Pro Fold and Pixel Watch 5.
YouTube says there’s a reason its UI keeps changing, and it’s not to annoy you
(8/14/2026, 8:31 AM) - Android AuthorityYouTube says it is "reduce clutter and make the app more effortless to use," but not everyone would agree.
System Shock VR, High On Life VR and more from the VR Games Showcase
(8/14/2026, 8:06 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesWe're getting some fun VR treats that were announced during the recent VR Games Showcase - now I just need Valve to release the damn Steam Frame.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Forget the Pixel 11, this Google product is turning plenty of heads this year
(8/14/2026, 8:00 AM) - Android AuthoritySurvey says the Fitbit Air is the Google product our readers crave.- More than 300 operators in 89 markets engaged in 3G switch-offs
(8/14/2026, 7:56 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comResearch from mobile trade association finds that Europe leads in 2G and 3G network switch-off activity globally, accounting for 43% of all cases, followed by Asia, and Latin America and the Caribbean - UK government unlocks further connected vehicle development funding
(8/14/2026, 7:51 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comInvestment boost for projects exploring how autonomous vehicles could benefit businesses and communities across the UK as part of £150m Pathfinder programme 
Google Meet can now take notes even for in-person meetings, here’s how
(8/14/2026, 7:50 AM) - Android AuthorityGoogle Meet can now capture face-to-face conversations and turn them into useful notes.
The "bullet-proof KDE Software initiative" announced, bringing a proper long-term support to KDE Plasma
(8/14/2026, 7:43 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesKubuntu Focus, Techpaladin Software, and KDE e.V. together announced the "bullet-proof KDE Software initiative" with funding for a true KDE Plasma LTS release.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.- Wholesale routing choices create ‘massive’ eSIM performance gaps
(8/14/2026, 7:28 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comLatest analysis by Ookla finds hidden challenges in wholesale embedded subscriber identity module infrastructure and routing architecture, even for users on the exact same host network 
Epic Games Store will get a Linux version sometime "soon"
(8/14/2026, 7:25 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesEpic Games recently did an AMA (Ask me anything) in the community Discord server, confirming that a Linux / SteamOS version of the Epic Games Store is coming.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Samsung phones could finally get proper app lock with One UI 9.5
(8/14/2026, 7:12 AM) - Android AuthorityA more convenient app lock feature could be in the works for Samsung phones.- Quintas Energy deploys AI through Box to power workflows
(8/14/2026, 6:56 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comThe company is using artificial intelligence with Box to help it classify and understand documentation 
Kingdom Hearts Is A "Billion-Dollar" Franchise, According To Disney
(8/14/2026, 6:30 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesSquare Enix is currently working on the fourth game.The Kingdom Hearts universe continues to expand, and ahead of the fourth game, Disney Games Group has revealed the series is one of its nine "billion-dollar" franchises.Read the full article on nintendolife.com- Most Influential Women in UK Tech: The 2026 longlist
(8/14/2026, 6:00 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comIn Computer Weekly’s search for this year’s top 50 Most Influential Women in UK Tech, hundreds of women have been put forward for consideration. Here, we look at a list of everyone nominated in 2026 
Round Up: The Final Previews Are In For Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave On Switch 2
(8/14/2026, 4:55 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesLaunching this September.Nintendo has ramped up its coverage of Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave in recent weeks with a Direct and various other announcements and trailers related to the game.Now, the final previews have officially gone live. If you haven't already seen Jim's impressions, here's a quick...- UK government unlocks further connected vehicle development funding
(8/14/2026, 3:45 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comInvestment boost for projects exploring how autonomous vehicles could benefit businesses and communities across the UK as part of £150m Pathfinder programme 
Pokémon HOME October Premium Plan Update Expands Storage Capacity To 9,000 Pokémon
(8/14/2026, 3:45 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesDeposit 3,000 more Pokémon.The Pokémon Company this week announced Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen would be linked with the storage subscription service Pokémon HOME this October.Read the full article on nintendolife.com- EA SPORTS Madden NFL 27 Now Available Globally
(8/14/2026, 3:26 AM) - GamersHeroesPlayers will be able to run the league - one decision at a time - with today’s global release of EA SPORTS Madden NFL 27. The post EA SPORTS Madden NFL 27 Now Available Globally appeared first on GamersHeroes. - CW@60: Still amazed - three times computers changed my life
(8/14/2026, 3:00 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comDespite disappointment at the pollution of the internet's utopian ideals, cyber security expert Martin Lee sees hope in future generations experiencing the spark of amazement that launched his career in tech 
It's Official, Sonic Frontiers Has Now Sold More Than Five Million Copies
(8/14/2026, 1:55 AM) - Nintendo Life | Latest UpdatesSega is celebrating with a free Sonic Adventure 2 gift.Sega shadow-dropped Sonic Frontiers - Definitive Edition on the Switch 2 in June as part of the blue blur's ongoing 35th anniversary celebrations.Now, in an update, it's confirmed Sonic Frontiers has officially surpassed five million sales since...
Netflix Closes Two More Studios
(8/14/2026, 12:29 AM) - GameSpot - Game NewsEarlier this summer, Netflix-owned developer Night School released Unhinged, a horror game that was playable on televisions/screens through the streaming app. Unhinged was met with acclaim by players, and Netflix co-CEO Greg Peters recently called Unhinged one of "our two most successful cloud game ...- iPhone 17 Pro One Year Later: What Held Up and What Didn't
(8/13/2026, 11:58 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageWe're getting close to the launch of new iPhone 18 Pro models that will replace the iPhone 17 Pro models, so MacRumors videographer Dan Barbera decided to take a look back at the iPhone he's been using for close to 12 months. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. Ceramic Sh... 
Denshattack Review – All Aboard The Hype Train
(8/13/2026, 11:21 PM) - WGBTony Hawk’s Pro Skater with trains sounds completely ridiculous, and Denshattack absolutely is — in the best possible way. Frantic, inventive and bursting with personality, this wonderfully bizarre train-tricking adventure is one of the most unexpectedly brilliant games I’ve played this year.
What's Coming in September: New iPhones, Apple Watches and More
(8/13/2026, 11:20 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageApple will introduce at least five new devices at its iPhone-centric event next month, and it's also possible we'll get devices waiting on Siri AI like the Apple TV. iPhone 18 Pro The iPhone 18 Pro is going to look like the iPhone 17 Pro, but with a smaller Dynamic Island. It's getting some in...
Ted Lasso Season 4 Premiere is Apple TV's Biggest Launch Ever
(8/13/2026, 11:05 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageThe Ted Lasso season 4 premiere was Apple's most popular TV show debut to date, according to Nielsen viewing data Apple sent to Deadline. The show racked up 296.6 million viewing minutes in the United States across the August 4 and August 5 launch window. It beat the premieres of prior seasons of Te...- OnePlus 15 Cheat Sheet: Features, OxygenOS, Pricing, and More
(8/13/2026, 10:44 PM) - TechRepublicGet the key details on the OnePlus 15, including OxygenOS 16, AI tools, cameras, battery and charging, pricing, availability, and future software plans. The post OnePlus 15 Cheat Sheet: Features, OxygenOS, Pricing, and More appeared first on TechRepublic. 
Apple Wants to Charge Developers Up to 15 Percent for Linking Outside the App Store
(8/13/2026, 10:11 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageApple today submitted a court-ordered proposal outlining the commission it believes is reasonable to collect from U.S. apps that link to purchase options outside of the App Store. Apple is asking for half of its commission on standard apps, so apps that would pay 30 percent for an in-app purcha...
Invisum Piscium 嫌魚 is a dreamlike walking sim about fragments of conversations and a deep craving for water fish haven't procreated in
(8/13/2026, 9:54 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedI won't dive into why this is happening to me at the moment, you'll either need to pay me £20 or let me pay you to be my therapist to get that explanation, but I've been having some odd dreams lately. They're frequently temporally confused, mixing and matching people from across my life that should ...
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls Sells Nearly Half A Million Copies
(8/13/2026, 9:28 PM) - WGBMarvel Tokon: Fighting Souls sold 485k copies in its first week, mostly on PS5. Performance issues on PC hurt sales, leaving expectations mixed for a Marvel-Sony title.- Liz Mamorsky Sac Gamers Expo 2026 Guest of Honor
(8/13/2026, 9:16 PM) - GamersHeroesKnown for her role as Silent Hill's Dahlia Gillespie, Liz Mamorsky will be a Guest of Honor at Sac Gamers Expo 2026 this fall. The post Liz Mamorsky Sac Gamers Expo 2026 Guest of Honor appeared first on GamersHeroes. 
One UI 9.5 shows up on a Galaxy phone before Samsung is even done with One UI 9
(8/13/2026, 9:08 PM) - Android AuthorityWe may not have to wait much longer for One UI 9.5 details.
Netflix Closes Two Gaming Studios, Including Oxenfree Developer Night School
(8/13/2026, 9:06 PM) - Game Informer NewsNetflix has spent the last five years attempting to expand its chokehold on the film and television industry into the video game space, but it's had limited success. Today, Game File reports that the streaming giant is receding from the gaming world a little more by closing two studios: Moonloot, wh...
Gemini wants to turn your boring spreadsheets into interactive ones
(8/13/2026, 9:03 PM) - Android AuthorityOne prompt at a time.
Five years after acquiring Oxenfree developer Night School Studio, Netflix are shutting them down
(8/13/2026, 8:29 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedIn 2021, in their bid to get more of a hold on the games industry after dominating film and television streaming, Netflix acquired Oxenfree and Afterparty developer Night School Studio, the first developer they had ever acquired. Now, five years later, the streaming giant is shuttering Night School ...
iFixit's Galaxy Z Fold8 Teardown is a Preview of Apple's Foldable Challenges
(8/13/2026, 8:28 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageSamsung launched new foldable smartphones earlier this month, including the Galaxy Z Fold8. If you didn't know it was a Samsung device, you might look at it and think it's Apple's foldable because it matches rumors about the iPhone Ultra so well. The Z Fold8 is likely to be the closest competit...
Apple Says iPhone X is Now Obsolete
(8/13/2026, 8:16 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageApple today added the iPhone X to its public-facing obsolete products list, according to an updated support document on its website. When an iPhone becomes obsolete, it is no longer eligible for repairs or other hardware service at Apple Stores or Apple Authorized Service Providers. Apple co...
Some Google Maps users just lost a key feature for avoiding crowds
(8/13/2026, 8:16 PM) - Android AuthorityMissing popular times in Google Maps? You’re not alone.
Mafia: Definitive Edition PS5 & Xbox Series X/S Announced, Along With New Omerta Bundle Out Tomorrow
(8/13/2026, 8:13 PM) - WGBLooks like Mafia: Definitive Edition is getting native PS5 and Xbox Series X/S versions, leaked by the ESRB. No release date yet, but it could drop by year-end.
That annoying Samsung nav bar bug won’t be fixed until you get One UI 9.0
(8/13/2026, 8:04 PM) - Android AuthorityCan't get your Galaxy's nav bar to disappear? Samsung's fix is waiting in One UI 9.0.
Matthew McConaughey Discusses Passing On Playing Joel In The Last Of Us Show
(8/13/2026, 7:58 PM) - GameSpot - Game NewsPedro Pascal plays Joel in HBO's popular The Last of Us, based on the Naughty Dog game, and he has been praised for his performance. However, he wasn't the only actor in the mix for the role. Oscar-winner Matthew McConaughey revealed more details on the Happy Sad Confused podcast about why he did...
Netflix closing Oxenfree developer Night School Studio and Moonloot Games
(8/13/2026, 7:54 PM) - gamedeveloper'We believe we can operate more strategically and efficiently within our Games business, and as a result are eliminating some additional Games roles'
Former Uncharted Dev On Possible New Remake Or Remaster: “What’s The Point?”
(8/13/2026, 7:53 PM) - GameSpot - Game NewsRemakes and remasters are popular, but Benson Russell, a designer on Uncharted: Drake's Fortune at Naughty Dog, has said he's not interested in a new one for the 2007 game. Speaking to FRVR, Russell said he's not against the idea of remakes and remasters generally, but he said Uncharted is "still...
Apple Opens Houston Advanced Manufacturing Center Ahead of Mac Mini Production
(8/13/2026, 7:08 PM) - MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front PageApple today opened its Advanced Manufacturing Center (AMC) in Houston, Texas. It's located in the same Houston facility where Apple makes AI servers and will start manufacturing the Mac mini this year. Small and medium businesses can visit the 20,000-square-foot facility for free training and e...
Phasmophobia devs Kinetic Games mosey into publishing with a witchy delivery game, a parasitic Metroidvania, and more
(8/13/2026, 7:01 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedKinetic Games are keeping busy! You may have heard yesterday that the Phasmophobia developer is publishing the next game from Her Story and Immortality's Sam Barlow (who's roped in Brandon Cronenberg this time around). That's not all that was announced however, as there's a bevy of other, not even s...
Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater Receives Permanent Price Drop On The Xbox Store
(8/13/2026, 7:00 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsIt's been slashed by 35.73% here in the UK.It's not very often that we see permanent price drops for major AAA games on the Xbox Store, especially when they've only been out for a year, but that's exactly what's happened with Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater.For whatever reason, Konami has decided to...
Shooter Climbing Steam Charts Lists 10 Reasons Not To Buy It
(8/13/2026, 6:55 PM) - GameSpot - Game NewsWardogs, an upcoming large-scale, hardcore FPS inspired by games like Arma, is taking a unique approach with its marketing by listing 10 reasons why prospective players shouldn't buy it. In an official video, developer Bulkhead revealed September 10 as Wardogs' Steam early access release date, bu...- Hela: of Mice & Magic – Harmony Edition Retail Physical Collector’s Edition Revealed
(8/13/2026, 6:41 PM) - GamersHeroesAn open-world adventure, Windup Games and Knights Peak’s enchanting 3D co-op title Hela: Of Mice & Magic will get a retail physical Collector’s Edition in the form of Microids’ Hela: of Mice & Magic - Harmony Edition. The post Hela: of Mice & Magic – Harmony Edition Retail Physical Collector’s Editi... 
Gemini 3.7 Flash is here with better coding, reasoning, and more
(8/13/2026, 6:38 PM) - Android AuthorityThe new model arrives only weeks after Gemini 3.6 Flash's debut.
Out in Early Access - Sandustry has you explore, mine and automate in fully destructible pixel worlds
(8/13/2026, 6:10 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesHooded Horse picked another good one to publish here from developer Lantto Games. Sandustry is a factory automation game where every pixel is a resource.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Capcom Had To Ask RE Engine Engineers To Create The ‘Dynamic Dismemberment System’ For Onimusha: Way Of The Sword
(8/13/2026, 6:00 PM) - Game Informer NewsOnimusha: Way of the Sword is the latest game to grace the cover of Game Informer, and alongside my cover story, which subscribers can read right here, we’re highlighting many of the things we learned over the next couple of weeks. Already, our hub for the game is chock-full of exclusive features, i...- Brand Wars Event Coming to GTA Online
(8/13/2026, 5:59 PM) - GamersHeroesAll those that dive into Rockstar Games’ GTA Online will be able to pick a side for two weeks of head-to-head competition as part of its Brand Wars Event. The post Brand Wars Event Coming to GTA Online appeared first on GamersHeroes. - Google’s Pixel 11 Explained: 7 Things to Know Before Upgrading
(8/13/2026, 5:53 PM) - TechRepublicGoogle unveiled the Pixel 11 lineup with deeper Gemini integration, Tensor G6, AI camera tools, higher prices, and seven years of software support. The post Google’s Pixel 11 Explained: 7 Things to Know Before Upgrading appeared first on TechRepublic. - UK Considers Tighter DNA Screening Rules Over AI Bioweapon Risks
(8/13/2026, 5:44 PM) - TechRepublicThe UK is considering tighter synthetic DNA screening and AI research controls to reduce biological threats without hindering legitimate research. The post UK Considers Tighter DNA Screening Rules Over AI Bioweapon Risks appeared first on TechRepublic. 
PAYDAY 2 dropped the Native Linux version so you'll need to use Proton
(8/13/2026, 5:40 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesOVERKILL / Starbreeze Entertainment announced that PAYDAY 2 has dropped support for their Native Linux version with a big update to the game with 64bit support.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Marvel Tokon Nears 500K Sales In Its First Week Despite Fighting Games’ Niche Appeal
(8/13/2026, 5:37 PM) - GameSpot - Game NewsA week has passed since Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls launched for PC and PS5, and the new fighting game is off to a solid start. According to new estimates by Alinea Analytics, the game has reportedly sold 485,000 units as of August 12, with PS5 being the dominant platform. As outlined by Alinea ...
Where did all the hotels go? Google Maps glitch makes pins vanish
(8/13/2026, 5:31 PM) - Android AuthorityPlanning a trip? A Google Maps bug might be hiding your hotel's location.
Google’s new Pixel 11 chip might not be 2nm, after all
(8/13/2026, 5:25 PM) - Android AuthorityWe might have to wait until the Pixel 12 for a 2nm Google Tensor chip.
Here's What The Reviews Are Saying About Star Fox 64 Successor 'Wild Blue Skies'
(8/13/2026, 5:23 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsA real mixed bag.We've been keeping a close eye on the Star Fox 64 spiritual successor Wild Blue Skies for quite some time now, and the game has literally just released for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S at a price of £13.99 / $14.99.So, is it worth it? That's very hard to say at the moment, as the...
Amiga strategy classic Defender of the Crown is back with both old and fresh graphics, and an all new roguelite mode
(8/13/2026, 5:10 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedWhat's old is new (and also old) again! It's been 40 years since the release of the classic Amiga strategy game Defender of the Crown, and to mark the occasion it has received a new PC port called The Legend Returns that packages in the original game alongside a complete visual revamp and a totally ...- Wild Blue Skies Review – Bombs Away!
(8/13/2026, 5:00 PM) - GamersHeroesWhile Wild Blue Skies proudly wears its on-rails inspiration on its sleeve, this adventure with the Blue Bombers is well worth taking flight. The post Wild Blue Skies Review – Bombs Away! appeared first on GamersHeroes. - Honor Launches Robot Phone in China With a 200MP Moving Camera
(8/13/2026, 4:59 PM) - TechRepublicHonor’s Robot Phone pairs a 200MP moving gimbal camera with flagship Android hardware, but its price and mechanical design bring trade-offs. The post Honor Launches Robot Phone in China With a 200MP Moving Camera appeared first on TechRepublic. 
Get whole-home Wi-Fi 7 for less with this TP-Link Deco BE23 deal at Amazon
(8/13/2026, 4:52 PM) - Android AuthorityThis TP-Link Wi-Fi 7 mesh 3-pack is back to its all-time low at $152.99, with coverage for larger homes and 150+ devices.
2K announces new Vancouver-based AAA studio led by EA veteran
(8/13/2026, 4:38 PM) - gamedeveloperAfter almost two decades at EA, Aaron McHardy will act as vice president, executive producer, and head of Small Axe Studios.
Mafia: Definitive Edition Is Getting A Free 60FPS Xbox Upgrade This Friday
(8/13/2026, 4:34 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsUpdate: Now official, but physical upgrades don't count on Xbox.When it comes to games that we always wish had received a 60FPS upgrade for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, Mafia: Definitive Edition is towards the top of the list, and now it finally might be getting one in the near future.Various fa...
Sandustry, the factory game where every single pixel is a resource you can build with, is out in early access
(8/13/2026, 4:32 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedIt's quite the month for sand-related games! Sandcastle, a literal sandbox game, received a demo earlier this month, and now here we are today with the release of Sandustry, another, entirely different literal sandbox game. Where Sandcastle is about building, uh, castles out of sand, Sandustry is ab...- Sonic the Hedgehog Chaos Hunt Heading to New York August 15
(8/13/2026, 4:30 PM) - GamersHeroesThe next Sonic the Hedgehog Chaos Hunt activation tied to the Blue Emerald will happen in New York City at The High Line on August 15. The post Sonic the Hedgehog Chaos Hunt Heading to New York August 15 appeared first on GamersHeroes. 
Chrome just flagged a hugely popular extension as unsafe
(8/13/2026, 4:16 PM) - Android AuthorityThe warning looks serious, but the developer says the issue has nothing to do with malware.
This AMOLED smartwatch just dropped below $40, with 100+ sports modes and health tracking
(8/13/2026, 4:12 PM) - Android AuthorityThis budget TOZO smartwatch is 43% off at Amazon, packing a sharp AMOLED display, calls, sleep tracking, and more.
Rare Blink Mini Pan-Tilt Camera deal cuts the price to $27.99
(8/13/2026, 4:01 PM) - Android AuthorityThis 4.5-star Blink indoor camera is 30% off at $27.99, with pan-tilt control, night vision, and two-way audio.
Swiff wants to be your one-stop shop for old-school web games
(8/13/2026, 3:45 PM) - Android AuthorityThe Android app is going beyond Flash games.
Precognition Is A New Live-Action Sci-Fi Horror Game By Immortality Developer And Filmmaker Brandon Cronenberg
(8/13/2026, 3:41 PM) - Game Informer NewsHalf-Mermaid, the studio led by Sam Barlow, the mind behind games such as Immortality, Her Story, and Telling Lies, has announced its next project, Precognition. Described as a sci-fi horror adventure, the game is being made in collaboration with horror filmmaker Branden Cronenberg (Possessor, Infin...
Here’s proof that high component costs are killing cheap phones
(8/13/2026, 3:28 PM) - Android AuthorityThe global price crunch has impacted US smartphone sales, with the sub-$100 segment seeing a 64% YoY decline.
YouTube’s chat-style search experiment is coming to mobile devices
(8/13/2026, 3:22 PM) - Android AuthorityYouTube's conversational search is now landing on your mobile device.
Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (August 13-17)
(8/13/2026, 3:21 PM) - Pure Xbox | Latest NewsYour latest batch of FPD weekend freebies!Well, whaddaya' know, it's Thursday again! That means it's time for your next batch of Xbox Free Play Days titles, and this week's offering is sadly a little underwhelming.The headliner here is of course, the Gears of War: E-Day Multiplayer Beta which is set...
Selling fast: 38% off the Eufy Omni C20 robot vac and mop in Lightning Deal
(8/13/2026, 3:18 PM) - Android AuthorityAmazon cuts the Eufy Omni C20 to $340 for a few more hours. You get 7,000Pa suction, mops, and a dock for the dirty work.
Xsolla rolls out publishing tools to keep players 'engaged' after the first purchase
(8/13/2026, 3:16 PM) - gamedeveloperThe commerce company wants to give studios more ways to drive repeat purchases.
Sony says the 3.5mm headphone jack is still a hit, and its phone sales back it up
(8/13/2026, 3:07 PM) - Android AuthorityOnce a commodity, the 3.5mm headphone jack now helps Sony stand out.
Marvel's Wolverine "fully playable" on disc when it releases, Insomniac clarifies, perhaps making it one of the last few PlayStation games that will be
(8/13/2026, 3:00 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedMarvel's Wolverine developer Insomniac has clarified the game will be "fully playable" on disc when it releases for PlayStation 5 on 15th September. It won't, in other words, be a disc-in-a-box that still requires you to download the game in order to play. This may make it one of PlayStation's last ...
Insomniac's take on Wolverine is ferocious, destructive and cinematic - but a little predictable
(8/13/2026, 3:00 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles Feed"One thing we always think about a lot is how does our game open," says Mike Fitzgerald, Head of Technology at Insomniac Games. "When you start our first Spider-Man game... you jump out the window and you're swinging down the street. So what's the version of that for Wolverine?" Read more- Tokyo Game Show 2026 MIRESI: Invisible Future Activation Revealed
(8/13/2026, 3:00 PM) - GamersHeroesFor those heading to the Tokyo Game Show this September, Smilegate will feature an activation for their time-travel RPG MIRESI: Invisible Future. The post Tokyo Game Show 2026 MIRESI: Invisible Future Activation Revealed appeared first on GamersHeroes. 
You have fewer than 200 days to migrate all your old Pokémon from Pokémon Bank to Pokémon Home, or they're gone forever
(8/13/2026, 2:59 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedToday, The Pokémon Company announced that it's shutting down Pokémon Bank, the Pokémon storage app was that was originally released for the Nintendo 3DS back in 2013. The service goes offline on 26th February, 2027, so you've still got plenty of time to access your old pals and begin migrating them ...
Typomagical is a typing spell-building bullet heaven that will make you panic
(8/13/2026, 2:34 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesBlending the very different worlds of typing games with survivor-like bullet heavens, Typomagical will make you sweat as you frantically type spells.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Troubled Witcher multiplayer spinoff Project Sirius struck with new round of layoffs
(8/13/2026, 2:32 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedProject Sirius, CD Projekt Red’s unsettled attempt at a multiplayer Witcher spinoff, is facing further difficulties. Following a Kotaku report, the Polish dev-publishers confirmed to IGN that they were cutting 18 staff members from the project – believed to be around a quarter of the game’s overall ...
Saber Interactive to add Rideshare 'Stimulator' AI disclosure after public controversy
(8/13/2026, 2:31 PM) - gamedeveloper'Neither Saber nor Unigine have replaced any writers with AI for Rideshare or any other game.'
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8’s iFixit teardown highlights serious repair flaws
(8/13/2026, 2:00 PM) - Android AuthorityA fragile inner screen and unified hinge assembly lead to a low 4/10 repairability score.
Spotify’s Android app is breaking down, and subscribers are reaching their limit
(8/13/2026, 1:53 PM) - Android AuthorityUnresponsive controls, lag, and missing fixes leave paying users to consider rival music services.
Opinion: Deprofessionalization could foster toxic work environments on small teams
(8/13/2026, 1:36 PM) - gamedeveloperAs smaller teams see bigger success, how will the game industry protect professional standards of conduct?
Chrome could soon let Gemini auto-fix your bad passwords, and I’m not sure if that’s a good idea
(8/13/2026, 1:26 PM) - Android AuthorityGoogle wants Gemini to fix your reused passwords, but it isn't ready yet.
Twitch will sacrifice you to its AI overlord whether you like it or not
(8/13/2026, 1:19 PM) - gamedeveloperThe streaming platform has informed users their content will be used to train Amazon's generative AI models by default—and opting-out doesn't solve the problem entirely.
20 hours in, I cannot believe the scale, complexity, and ambition of Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave
(8/13/2026, 1:00 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedFire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is massive. If you're coming to Intelligent Systems' Switch 2 RPG after playing even Three Houses or Engage, you're going to be shocked by the scale of it. Within the first 10 hours of the game, you are given choices that show you just how broad the scope of the game is....
NVIDIA GeForce NOW cloud gaming for Linux levels up and leaves Beta
(8/13/2026, 1:00 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesCloud gaming on Linux levels up officially today with the full release of the NVIDIA GeForce NOW app for Linux after being in Beta since January.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
After this week's Elder Scrolls 6 tease, fans think they've figured out its full name - and it was hidden in Starfield all along
(8/13/2026, 12:57 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedFollowing Xbox CEO Asha Sharma's recent redacted tease of a subtitle for the long-awaited Elder Scrolls 6, it's been discovered the game's full name might have been hiding in developer Bethesda's most recent release, Starfield, all along. Read more
Another top Android brand is joining the wide-screen foldable bandwagon
(8/13/2026, 12:19 PM) - Android AuthorityXiaomi could be the latest manufacturer to launch a wide body foldable, following the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8.
Grand-scale FPS 'WARDOGS' should work on Linux / SteamOS, devs confirm working on Proton support
(8/13/2026, 12:19 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesThe developers behind the upcoming grand-scale FPS WARDOGS have confirmed they're working to support Proton so it's playable on Linux / SteamOS.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Abandon single-player, move development to Saudi Arabia, "reduce labour"? Experts on what EA's huge buyout debt could really mean
(8/13/2026, 11:59 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedLast week, the private acquisition of Electronic Arts finally happened. After months of governmental approval and debate, one of gaming's largest publishers has gone private, co-owned by a combination of private equity companies and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund. Read more
"We're not really sure what Big Walk's future looks like," say the waddling co-op puzzler's devs, though it probably doesn’t involve DLC
(8/13/2026, 11:31 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedI’ve spent something like seven hours in funny-thinky cooperative puzzler Big Walk, and the concept of more Big Walk is something that confounds and, just a little bit, frightens me. What, you spent an entire evening stubbing toes in the dark and overconfidently barking incorrect solutions at friend...
Make sure your Flatpak is up to date due to security issues
(8/13/2026, 11:10 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesVersion 1.18.1 and 1.19.0 pre-release rolled out for Flatpak, due to some security issues that were found so it's an essential update for all Linux systems.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Bethesda finally "looking into" patching Oblivion Remastered on PC, PS5 and Xbox amid praise for Switch 2 release
(8/13/2026, 10:50 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedThe Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered arrived on Switch 2 earlier this week, immediately drawing praise for its well-optimised state. This is actually a bit of a problem - not because of how it runs on Switch 2, but rather because of how it continues to run on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. Read mo...
CD Projekt Red has laid off nine Project Sirius developers
(8/13/2026, 10:48 AM) - gamedeveloperNine people have been laid off across two locations, while another nine developers could be moved onto other projects.- 'I would frankly have been happy to replace her with AI' - extraordinary public spat between Saber CEO and writer "replaced with ChatGPT" intensifies
(8/13/2026, 10:42 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedA public spat between Saber Interactive - creator of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, the upcoming Suntman: Hollywood game and many others - and a former employee who claims she was "replaced" by ChatGPT has erupted over the past few days, and in the wake of new statements from either side has cont... 
Cellular roguelike shooter 'Pathogenic' is a body-infecting good time
(8/13/2026, 10:42 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesPathogenic is a top-down roguelike shooter where you control a customizable lone pathogen infecting a human host.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Twitch are scraping streams for AI training by default, and even their own execs don’t know what user data may have been swept up
(8/13/2026, 10:01 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedLivestreaming giants Twitch have admitted using streamed content to train the generative AI models of parent company Amazon. While it’s not clear when the platform began feeding its users’ work into Jeffy B’s Planetkilling Machines, yesterday’s announcement of an opt-out toggle – buried deep within ...
UNC Greensboro game preservation project back on track after Trump funding cuts
(8/13/2026, 10:01 AM) - gamedeveloper'We can't trust Sony, we can't trust Microsoft to preserve things.'
Where Winds Meet Heaven’s Threshold expansion launches August 20 with giant mechanical bosses and new mountain region
(8/13/2026, 9:56 AM) - VideoGamerWhere Winds Meet is heading even further into the mountains next week, as Everstone Studio and NetEase Games have confirmed that the second chapter of the Hidden Mountain expansion, Heaven’s Threshold, will launch on August 20. The major update continues the story from Hidden Mountain’s first chapte...
Open-source re-implementation of The Elder Scrolls: Arena adds major new features like enemy combat AI
(8/13/2026, 9:16 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesOpenTESArena 0.18.0 the open-source re-implementation of The Elder Scrolls: Arena is out now, bringing many gameplay enhancements.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
"The most offensive thing we see every time we boot up the game" Halo co-creator takes shots at Campaign Evolved art direction
(8/13/2026, 9:06 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedIt's been an interesting launch period for Halo: Campaign Evolved. Despite reviewing well, the game has failed to sell particularly well on PS5, where the low-effort Black Ops 1 and 2 ports seemingly outsold the Microsoft title 16-to-1. After the game shipped, multiple contract positions were termin...
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV delayed until December
(8/13/2026, 9:05 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesOne game we have to wait a bit longer on is Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV, which has moved from September to December 3rd.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Twitch is training AI on livestreams, says it's an opt out feature as "nobody would opt in"
(8/13/2026, 9:04 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedTwitch - the popular gaming and IRL streaming platform - has announced it'll start training generative AI models on those livestreaming on the platform. Read more
Stop Killing Games backs Dutch consumer rights lawsuit against Sony's PlayStation digital store "monopoly"
(8/13/2026, 8:21 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedStop Killing Games, the grassroots initiative fighting to prevent game publishers from shutting down servers without offering an alternative, has joined a lawsuit filed in the Netherlands against Sony for its alleged monopoly of selling digital games on the PlayStation Store (via GamesRadar). Read m...- Zayo, Nvidia team to address AI network capacity shortage
(8/13/2026, 7:30 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comDigital infrastructure provider delivers critical network capacity to power current AI ecosystem and accelerate the next generation of AI innovation with AI chip leader’s infrastructure - Telna, MTN Bayobab deliver eSIM services across Africa
(8/13/2026, 6:56 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comManaged connectivity and mobile services provider partners with leading African telco to deliver travel embedded SIM services across multiple markets across the continent - A-level computing on the rise as more girls choose to code
(8/13/2026, 6:30 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comThe number of students choosing to study computing at A-level has increased slightly this year, and the number of girls taking the subject has grown for the seventh year running - Ryanair signs five-year Google Cloud AI partnership
(8/13/2026, 4:46 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comRyanair adds Google Cloud to existing AWS estate, to deploy Gemini Enterprise and DeepMind models to 35,000 staff for crew scheduling and operational decision-making - At least six police forces have racked up contracts with Palantir worth £7.8m
(8/13/2026, 4:35 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comA joint investigation by Computer Weekly and Good Law Project reveals six police forces have used Palantir’s data analytics software, while several other forces are believed to have access through regional taskforces - Oracle Cloud Infrastructure gets hybrid quantum capabilities
(8/13/2026, 4:03 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comOracle has partnered with Quantinuum to bring the company’s Helios system to OCI customers 
Warhammer 40K: Dawn of War 4 Has Been Delayed By 3 Months
(8/12/2026, 7:47 PM) - WGBDawn of War 4 is pushed back to December 3, with Commander Edition players starting on November 30. The delay aims to enhance quality, fix bugs, and add new content.
Immortality developer Sam Barlow reveals Precognition, a sci-fi horror collaboration with Brandon Cronenberg about "really terrible things that are just around the corner"
(8/12/2026, 7:30 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedImmortality and Her Story developer Sam Barlow has announced Precognition, a new sci-fi horror game in development at Half Mermaid Productions, which features writing from Antiviral and Infinity Pool director Brandon Cronenberg. That's Brandon, not David, yes, but still, having any kind of Cronenber...
Immortality creator Sam Barlow's new video-scouring game is sci-fi horror Precognition, a collab with filmmaker Brandon Cronenberg, in which you see and change the future
(8/12/2026, 7:30 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedThe new game from Her Story and Immortality maker Sam Barlow - and his studio Half Mermaid - has a name: it's called Precognition. It's a sci-fi horror and it's releasing in spring 2028, as one of the debut games from Phasmophobia company Kinetic's new publishing label. Read more
Here’s What The Genma Are Up To This Time In Onimusha: Way Of The Sword
(8/12/2026, 6:00 PM) - Game Informer NewsAfter a 20-year hiatus, Capcom’s samurai action series Onimusha is back. Well, almost – the next installment, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, launches next month. Ahead of its release, I traveled to Capcom’s Osaka HQ in Japan to play never-before-seen parts of the game and interview the team making it f...
Subnautica 2 now has a beta update branch, letting players try out patches before they're finished, but beware, your saves won't carry over
(8/12/2026, 5:44 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedOcean survival sim Subnautica 2 now has an experimental beta branch on Steam, allowing the intrepid PC owner to test out updates before they're officially live. If there's one thing Subnautica 2's toothy underwater ecosystem has taught us, it's the value of taking risks. Just be aware that any saveg...
Helldivers 2 And Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Headline August’s PS Plus Games
(8/12/2026, 5:19 PM) - WGBPlayStation's August lineup for Plus Extra and Premium is looking good with Helldivers 2 and Kingdom Come: Deliverance II leading the pack. Some regions have to wait for certain games, though!
Amazon to rescind its publisher role on Lost Ark and Throne and Liberty by early 2027
(8/12/2026, 4:38 PM) - gamedeveloperAmazon Games is returning the MMOs to their respective developers.
New Phantom Blade Zero Trailer Reveals Donnie Yen And An Upcoming State of Play
(8/12/2026, 4:29 PM) - Game Informer NewsYesterday, Phantom Blade Zero developer S-Game released a new look at its upcoming high-speed action game. At 11 minutes long, it's packed to the brim with flashy combat, uniquely designed enemies, and new story details (which have been scarce so far). The trailer ends with the reveal that Donnie Ye...
Dawn of War 4 gets a release date delay to "further refine the experience ahead of launch"
(8/12/2026, 4:21 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedDawn of War 4 has been delayed to the tail-end of this year, so the developers at King Art games can "further refine the experience ahead of launch." Read more
Amazon are getting out of the MMO game, handing control of Lost Ark and Throne and Liberty to developers, but it won't all be smooth for players
(8/12/2026, 4:00 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedSmilegate, the developer of South Korean MMO Lost Ark will be taking control of the Western servers that were previously run by Amazon Game Studios. Likewise, FireSpark will be taking control of Throne and Liberty's servers. Though, the transition will cause some disruption and data loss for players...
The "untranslatable" book that inspired Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has been translated, and you can buy it later this year
(8/12/2026, 3:46 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedThe first ever English translation of Alain Damasio’s Horde of the Counterwind (or, to give the book its original name La Horde du Contrevent) is going on sale later this year. The novel, a cult classic that is cited as one of the driving inspirations behind the acclaimed and best-selling Clair Obsc...
Get some awesome indie adventures and some fun short games in two new Humble Bundles
(8/12/2026, 3:45 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesHumble Bundle recently launched two great new bundles where you can stock up on some Awesome Indie Adventures and a Short Games Showcase. Here's a round-up.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Make every shot count in Perihelion: Rogue Orbit, a space roguelite with EVE-style transversal combat
(8/12/2026, 3:30 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesPerihelion: Rogue Orbit is a 2D space combat roguelite with a simplistic style, but combat that's quite a challenge due to the movement mechanics.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Multiplayer Witcher spin-off Project Sirius hit by layoffs again, in "broader shift in development strategy" at CD Projekt Red
(8/12/2026, 3:18 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedUPDATE 12TH AUGUST 5.20PM: CD Projekt Red has confirmed the layoffs to Eurogamer. Read more
New Ghost Of Yōtei Story Content And Roguelike Mode Arriving In October
(8/12/2026, 3:14 PM) - Game Informer NewsGhost of Yōtei released in 2025 and was one of our favorites of the year. You can read Game Informer's Ghost of Yōtei review by following the link. Following its release, developer Sucker Punch added Legends, a cooperative online multiplayer mode, much like it did to Tsushima – Legends is free and a...
Ghost of Yōtei: Complete Edition is coming to PS5 later this year, with new story additions, a new roguelike survival mode, and more
(8/12/2026, 2:51 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedSony and PlayStation have just announced Ghost of Yōtei: Complete Edition, a new version of 2025's open world action game, launching with additional content that wasn't in the first release. It launches for PS5 on 1st October, 2026. Read more
Developers expect generative AI to impact roles and team sizes in the next three years
(8/12/2026, 2:42 PM) - gamedeveloperA survey taken by 100 speakers at this year's Gamescom Dev Conference showcases hesitation and mixed feelings on generative AI use.
Linux GPU Configuration And Monitoring Tool (LACT) adds more NVIDIA GPU overclocking options
(8/12/2026, 2:39 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesThe Linux GPU Configuration And Monitoring Tool (LACT) is great for making a lot of GPU tweaks simple, with a new release v0.10.0 adding new options.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Crimson Desert getting a Switch 2 release, and Pearl Abyss sees "significant potential" for multiplayer, with "live service operation models" mentioned
(8/12/2026, 2:20 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedCrimson Desert developer Pearl Abyss has confirmed a Switch 2 version of the game will be released, and given a rough timeframe for it, and said it sees "significant potential" for multiplayer in the single-player open-world fantasy game. Read more
Meccha Chameleon tops 20M sales in two months
(8/12/2026, 2:09 PM) - gamedeveloperThe hide-and-seek sensation continues to surpass milestones.
The Lord of the Rings: War in the North returns with a Legacy Edition from Aspyr
(8/12/2026, 2:09 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesAfter getting delisted way back in 2019 on PC, Aspyr Media have re-released The Lord of the Rings: War in the North - Legacy Edition.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Funny co-op climbing game PEAK has a final major update out now
(8/12/2026, 2:00 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesOne of the must-play online co-op games, PEAK from Team PEAK / Aggro Crab is officially finished now with the final free major update.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
The King is Watching revels in magic, menace and distraction
(8/12/2026, 1:59 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedThe first thing I need to tell you about The King is Watching is that, due to an unusual font and my poor eyesight, I originally though the game was called The King is Hatching. Read more
Epic Games sells ArtStation and Sketchfab to KitBash
(8/12/2026, 1:54 PM) - gamedeveloperThe Fortnite maker purchased both platforms in 2021.
Out of nowhere, Sony confirms that 2024 breakout hit Helldivers 2 joins PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium today
(8/12/2026, 1:48 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedLoad your rifles and get ready to deliver some democracy to those heathen alien interlopers, because Helldivers 2 comes to PlayStation Plus today. Sony Interactive Entertainment announced that the game will be added to the roster of titles PS Plus Extra and Premium subscribers can access as part of ...
(UPDATE) Halo: Campaign Evolved Updated Sales Are Worse Than Originally Thought
(8/12/2026, 12:04 PM) - WGBHalo: Campaign Evolved has sold about 1.56 million copies in its first week, but that seems low for the series. Mixed reviews and early player drop-off aren't helping its appeal.
You can hug the Super Earth grunts in Helldivers 2's Devoid of Liberty update, which revamps NPC troops and adds new Illuminate enemies
(8/12/2026, 11:57 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedThe secret of the floating bear is revealed: Helldivers 2 is gearing up for an assault on the Void, that icky hellmouth gobbling up a chunk of Illuminate-controlled space. The co-op shooter’s big new update, Devoid of Liberty, sees the intergalactic nasties throwing out two new mutant enemies to fig...
Meccha Chameleon has now sold 20 million copies in two months
(8/12/2026, 11:49 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedMeccha Chameleon, the indie hide-and-seek game that launched on Steam two months ago, has cemented itself as one of the year's biggest hits. The game's developer posted a sales milestone update today, announcing that sales have surpassed a staggering 20 million copies. Read more
Smilegate will rescue Lost Ark's western servers, as Amazon ditches support while retreating from MMO development
(8/12/2026, 11:18 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedAmazon Game Studios has announced it will no longer support the Western game servers for massively-multiplayer online action role-playing game Lost Ark, from 2027 onwards. Read more
Xbox promises that the causes of the recent outage, which rendered even game discs unplayable, have been fixed
(8/12/2026, 10:52 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedXbox says it has fixed the issue at the heart of the major service outage suffered in July. Chief technical officer Scott Van Vliet, who initially offered an explanation as to why so many services were affected, promised to investigate further at the time, and he has now returned with an update. Rea...
A forgotten old co-op Lord of the Rings game has been unexpectedly remastered and re-released, and there's a promise of more to come
(8/12/2026, 10:42 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedAspyr has unexpectedly remastered and re-released an old Lord of the Rings action role-playing game, which was notable for having three-player co-op and parallel story about one of Sauron's powerful servants doing naughty things up north. Read more
Saber admit Rideshare "Stimulator" features generative AI writing, but deny they replaced taxi game's lead writer with ChatGPT
(8/12/2026, 10:30 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedWhen Saber revealed Rideshare "Stimulator", Oisin was guardedly interested in the unofficial Uber simulator. You play a taxi operator picking up and dropping passengers around town while listening to their stimulating conversation. You thought the name referred to a different kind of stimulation? Ge...
Reigns celebrates 10 years with massive free update adding 190 new cards
(8/12/2026, 10:19 AM) - VideoGamerReigns is somehow 10 years old, which is upsetting enough on its own, but developer Nerial and publisher Devolver Digital are celebrating the occasion with a sizeable free update to the original card-swiping kingdom simulator. First released in 2016, Reigns built an entire game around the simple act...
SnekromancY is a clever reinvention of Snake with a survivor-like tower escape style
(8/12/2026, 10:06 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesSnekromancY mixes three rather different genres together into something I haven't seen before with Snake, Vampire Survivors and Tower Escape.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
All Haul The King is a co-op comedy corpse-dragging simulator from the makers of Eclipsium, one of 2025's best horror games
(8/12/2026, 9:43 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News Feed"That game with the massive dead body was created using generative AI!" roared the masses. "Oh shucks," said I, "Don't worry, I'll soon find another massive dead body game to write about." Reader, never let it be said that I am not as good as my word. In All Haul The King, players team up to drag th...
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma's internal playthrough of The Elder Scrolls 6 disrupted by a giant inflatable rat, as Bethesda union protests cuts
(8/12/2026, 9:16 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedAn early internal preview of The Elder Scrolls 6 by Xbox CEO Asha Sharma was met by a giant inflatable rat, looming over the Bethesda offices in Rockville, Maryland. Read more
Mining for that one single golden bit in '10 Million Pixels' is going to consume me
(8/12/2026, 9:09 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesAnother interesting upcoming incremental game here for you called 10 Million Pixels, and it's all about hunting for the golden pixel.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Inspired by the Minecraft Redstone system, minimalist puzzler 'Pight' is a real gem
(8/12/2026, 8:50 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesMinecraft Redstone tends to melt my brain in a frustrating way, but the minimalist puzzle game Pight makes me feel somewhat smart.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Halo: Campaign Evolved struggles to sell in anywhere near the quantities the recent Black Ops revivals did, and the probable reason? Lack of multiplayer
(8/12/2026, 8:50 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedHalo: Campaign Evolved - the remake of the original Halo 1 campaign and the first Halo game released on PlayStation - has struggled to sell in meaningful quantities, and the probable reason for it? A lack of multiplayer. Read more
'One flag for each laid off dev:' Union workers stage unmissable protest for Xbox boss Asha Sharma
(8/12/2026, 8:45 AM) - gamedeveloperIt would be difficult to ignore the giant inflatable rat on the lawn.
Globe-trotting choices-matter CRPG 'Travelling At Night' has a demo up
(8/12/2026, 8:19 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesFrom the creator of Cultist Simulator and Book of Hours comes a globe-trotting choices-matter CRPG, with a demo now up for Travelling At Night.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Bottles game manager v66 brings UMU from Open Wine Components to help run games
(8/12/2026, 8:05 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesBottles v66 has some major changes for this game manager to make the experience a lot nicer, with UMU from Open Wine Components to help run games.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Spaceship bullet heaven Seven Suns of Orion has what Vampire Survivors lacks: semi-Newtonian physics and railguns
(8/12/2026, 8:00 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedI don't truly want to say a bad word about Vampire Survivors. I've adored the many hours I've spent in its endearingly slapdash dungeons. It's also responsible for spawning a thousand imitators, many of which I have also poured hours of my life into playing. But, for all of its joys and successes, I...- Dubai ranks second globally in AI adoption as investment in digital infrastructure accelerates
(8/12/2026, 3:40 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comBCG’s Intelligent Cities Index highlights how the emirate is translating artificial intelligence ambitions into large-scale deployment, supported by investments in datacentres, sovereign AI initiatives and digital infrastructure - NBN Co passes fibre tipping point as speed uplift carries FY26 growth
(8/12/2026, 3:33 AM) - ComputerWeekly.comAustralia’s wholesale broadband operator met or beat its full-year guidance as copper-to-fibre migration hit record levels 
Company of Heroes 3: Final Stand Review
(8/12/2026, 12:00 AM) - WGBFinal Stand proves that Company of Heroes 3’s combat is still great fun, but stripping away much of its tactical depth leaves behind a repetitive wave-defence mode that feels more like a £5-10 add-on than a £24 standalone expansion.
As Peak gets its final big update, developers Landfall and Aggro Crab explain why it isn't a "forever game"
(8/11/2026, 9:54 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedWe have reached peak Peak. By that I mean, the final major update that was teased last week, The Final Ascent, is here and ready for you to try out. The big thing here is the two new variant biomes, Gloom and The Citadel. Gloom, unsurprisingly, is an incredibly foggy area filled with massive trees, ...
"I think that might be a misread": Thief designer on why making a triple-A immersive sim doesn't really work
(8/11/2026, 8:50 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedBroadly speaking, it's fine for something to exist as a niche. Whatever form of media a thing might be, to fulfil a niche is to meet the expectations of at least a handful of people with a particular taste that many others don't, and I think that's a delightful thing to do. In video games, immersive...
Report: Crossfire dev That's No Moon lays off 14 staff
(8/11/2026, 8:30 PM) - gamedeveloperCrossfire was revealed in June of this year with Smilegate and Tencent subsidiary Team K1 acting as publishers.
As Xbox head Asha Sharma reportedly visits Bethesda HQ, workers put up red flags representing laid off staff and a giant inflatable rat outside
(8/11/2026, 8:03 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedIt's probably a weird day to be working at Bethesda's Rockville headquarters. In a week's time, on August 18th, the Communications Workers of America have organised numerous rallies across the US and Canada in support of Xbox workers, 1600 of which may lose their jobs over the next year, on top of t...
What We Learned About Shizuka, The Mysterious Woman Living In Musashi’s Oni Gauntlet In Onimusha: Way Of The Sword
(8/11/2026, 6:00 PM) - Game Informer NewsOnimusha is finally returning to the action space next month after a 20-year hiatus at developer-publisher Capcom. Though a lot of the series’ trademarks are returning, like an intense focus on swordplay action, hordes of demons, a samurai protagonist, and the Oni Gauntlet, there’s plenty of new, to...
Three indie horror publishers faced sexual harassment claims: what comes next?
(8/11/2026, 5:35 PM) - gamedeveloperUpdate: 'If no one protects indie developers or calls out bad behavior... who is going to save the indies?'
Paralives' latest update throws out its wonderfully awful homunculi babies and makes it so that dead bodies should no longer litter the streets
(8/11/2026, 5:30 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedThe beauty of an early access game is being able to look at something funky, say "that's not right," and as long as you're correct and not an irritating know-it-all making feedback that's not actually helpful, see it changed in (very slow) real-time. Paralives' latest update is here, and with it com...
I'm enjoying leaving my body behind in Project Looking Glass, an astral horror game in which you telewarp around a map of your terrible memories
(8/11/2026, 5:00 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedThe great enemy of my sanity is 4.15pm. That's 45 minutes of workday remaining - just enough time to find and turn around a news story before Julian sounds the Thrice-Girdled Klaxon of Labour's End. The sensible thing to do would be to pick a nice, easy write-up like "Developers XYZ are still making...
Former Ubisoft Barcelona devs launch Dark Ritual Studios
(8/11/2026, 4:40 PM) - gamedeveloperThe news comes after Ubisoft moved to lay off of 51 employees at its Barcelona office.
Even 10 years on, Sean Murray feels like he could work on No Man's Sky "forever," even if he knows "there probably is some end date" for it
(8/11/2026, 4:28 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedWhat's that? It's been 10 years since No Man's Sky launched? Oh! That's gone by a bit too quick! In that time the planet hopping survival game has changed drastically, starting life frequently derided for missing promised features, slowly morphing into what it is now. The game now has a massive mish...
Be more prepared for the Steam Frame with Digiphile's new VR Games Showcase Bundle
(8/11/2026, 4:09 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesBuild up that collection of VR games ready to sweat your buttocks off when the Steam Frame releases with the Digiphile VR Games Showcase Bundle.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Wolverine-Themed PlayStation 5 Consoles And Controllers Drop In September
(8/11/2026, 4:04 PM) - Game Informer NewsMarvel's Wolverine, one of the biggest games of the year, comes out it a little over a month. Today we learned it'll get the same treatment as PlayStation's other beloved first-party IP and launch alongside a limited edition PS5 console and controller. A bundle with a PS5 digital edition (there's no...
Much-wishlisted 100-player shooter Wardogs gets an early access release date, invites anyone unhappy with the closed beta to claim a refund
(8/11/2026, 4:00 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedWardogs, the ambitious shooter from Battalion 1944 and The Turing Test developer Bulkhead, will soon arrive on Steam early access. The studio announced today, after months of invite-only tests, Wardogs will finally be released on 10th September. Read more
"We live in a world full of AI, let's be honest with ourselves" - 1666: Amsterdam developer still using AI tools despite recent controversy
(8/11/2026, 3:54 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedCanadian developer Panache Digital, co-founded by Assassin's Creed creator Patrice Désilets, has said it is still using AI tools to help develop its witchy action game 1666: Amsterdam, albeit "less and less". Read more
Supermassive Games are the latest studio to announce layoff plans, with 75 jobs at risk just three months after Directive 8020 launch
(8/11/2026, 3:30 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedUntil Dawn and The Dark Pictures Anthology devs Supermassive Games have announced the beginning of redundancy consultations for up to 75 of its staff, a process that will almost certainly add to the thousands of layoffs endured by the games industry over the past few years. Posted on Not Twitter ear...
Until Dawn and Directive 8020 Developer Supermassive Games Will Lay Off "Up To 75" People
(8/11/2026, 2:31 PM) - Game Informer NewsSupermassive Games, developers of games like Until Dawn, The Quarry, and The Dark Pictures Anthology, has announced it's likely letting go of several of its employees. In an image shared to social media, the company made a statement that it has begun a "redundancy consultation process." When it conc...
Remedy Entertainment touts pricing Control Resonant 'attractively for an AAA title'
(8/11/2026, 2:30 PM) - gamedeveloperRemedy is placing its bets on Control Resonant being priced at $60 and garnering positive preview coverage over concerns of self-publishing risks.
Star Wars: Zero Company will be brilliant because XCOM is brilliant
(8/11/2026, 2:26 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedThere's a funny thing with video game genres in particular: a lot of them are based on just closely tracing the lines of preexisting games, only with a few small mechanical tweaks and a different-enough setting over the top. And few genres are quite as obvious in that regard as the XCOM-alike: a tur...
Knytt, one of 2006's most charming indie platformers, has a surprise Steam re-release - and it’s still free
(8/11/2026, 1:35 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News Feed2006 saw, among such other major events as analogue TV being switched off in Luxembourg, the release of Knytt: a breezy freeware platformer in which you spend a nice couple of hours gathering up parts for your crashed spaceship. While not entirely devoid of light peril, so tranquil and airily atmosp...
Supermassive Games begins third round of layoffs in three years
(8/11/2026, 1:29 PM) - gamedeveloperThe UK studio plans to eliminate up to 75 roles.
The chilled co-op off-roading game 'over the hill' arrives October 14
(8/11/2026, 1:13 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesReady for a little off-roading with friends? Funselektor and Strelka Games revealed that over the hill will arrive on October 14th.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Until Dawn and Little Nightmares 3 studio Supermassive announces further layoffs, with as many as 75 people expected to lose their jobs
(8/11/2026, 1:12 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedSupermassive - the UK studio best known for its cinematic horror games including Until Dawn, The Quarry, and the Dark Pictures Anthology series - has announced more layoffs, this time affecting as many as 75 employees. Read more
Gears of War E-Day is at the centre of a heated movement debate, as players new and old are torn on wall-bouncing
(8/11/2026, 1:10 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedThe first stage of Gears of War E-Day's beta may have concluded, but that hasn't stopped discussion around the game from continuing to rage online. This time, it's an old favourite: is movement in Gears of War: E-Day good? Does leaping between cover with a shotgun in-hand scare off the normals? Is i...
Gamble your way out of a contract in the occult roulette roguelite deckbuilder 'Teufelskreis'
(8/11/2026, 12:26 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesTeufelskreis is an interesting one that's built on Linux with Godot. An occult roulette roguelike deckbuilder about gambling your way out of job contract.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Asobi: Remote Play is a new way to play PlayStation games on SteamOS / Linux
(8/11/2026, 12:06 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesWith testing being done on a SteamOS Steam Deck, Asobi: Remote Play is a new way to play PlayStation games on Linux systems including cloud-streaming.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
After a slow start, Alan Wake 2 is finally doing the numbers for Remedy and has hit another major milestone
(8/11/2026, 11:39 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedRemedy Entertainment has revealed updated sales data for Alan Wake 2, which has now exceeded 3 million copies. Read more
Mortal Shell 2 will let you lower its difficulty by making executions refill your health, or up the challenge by turning off the sun
(8/11/2026, 11:30 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedWhile Soulslike Mortal Shell 2 doesn't feature traditional difficulty modes, developers Cold Symmetry have included a set of special items that let you tweak the challenge to your liking. As someone who just got back from a three-day cycle trip with friends who coasted up the hills on bikes fitted w...
Ukie claims 'restrictive' subscription proposals could harm game businesses in the UK
(8/11/2026, 11:11 AM) - gamedeveloper'These changes could discourage investment in subscription products and create financial exposure for businesses.'
Stop Killing Games join lawsuit against the PlayStation Store's "Sony Tax," in latest venture beyond game preservation
(8/11/2026, 10:42 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News Feed"It’s time to sue Sony," game preservation advocates Stop Killing Games have declared, as the group throws its weight behind a Dutch lawsuit targeting the PlayStation Store’s alleged monopoly and "Sony Tax" on digital games. While the case originated back in 2024, as part of an effort by Dutch consu...
GTA 6 might not cost $100, but most of the people pre-ordering it are buying it at that price, Take-Two reveals
(8/11/2026, 10:42 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedThough many may baulk at the idea of paying $100 (£90) for a game, a lot of the people who pre-ordered Grand Theft Auto 6 bought the more expensive Ultimate edition rather than the $80 (£70) Standard edition. That's according to Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Rockstar parent company Take-Two. Read more
Big Walk strides to sales success, passing an impressive milestone in under one week
(8/11/2026, 10:08 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedDeveloper House House's collaborative puzzle-solving and hangout game par excellence, Big Walk, has found encouraging commercial success. Publisher Panic announced on Bluesky that it's already passed 1m sales. Read more
Big Walk has sold over 1 million copies worldwide
(8/11/2026, 10:06 AM) - gamedeveloperAll walk. All talk.
Marvel Tōkon's dire PC performance improved massively by new patch, drastically reducing CPU use and stutters
(8/11/2026, 9:20 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedMarvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls has struggled with some serious technical problems on PC ever since its release last week, resulting in a disparity between console owners and desktop diehards. Thankfully, a new patch seems to have swooped in to the rescue. Read more
RuneScape Leagues II: EQUILIBRIUM is live with powerful new relics and player-made paths
(8/11/2026, 9:06 AM) - VideoGamerRuneScape’s limited-time Leagues mode is back for a second season, with Leagues II: EQUILIBRIUM now live and giving players considerably more control over how their run through Gielinor develops. Running until September 21, EQUILIBRIUM starts players from scratch and locks away the entire RuneScape ...
OptiScaler Client 1.0.6 adds Heroic Games Launcher support, experimental gamepad support, FSR 4.1.1 for older GPUs
(8/11/2026, 8:54 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesOptiScaler Client is a modern, high-performance desktop utility designed to simplify the installation, management, and update of the OptiScaler mod.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 just had its biggest sales boost in years thanks to Brand New Day
(8/11/2026, 8:41 AM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedIn yet another example of a successful film or TV show raising the profile of a related game, Hollywood blockbuster Spider-Man: Brand New Day has brought new players to the years-old Marvel's Spider-Man 2 game. Read more
SteamVR Beta 2.17.7 brings improvements to wired headset support on Linux / SteamOS
(8/11/2026, 8:36 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesVR on Linux has quite a number of sore spots but it seems Valve do continue to improve it, with the latest SteamVR Beta hopefully making it a lot nicer.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
XBOX PC and Game Pass coming to Linux with the 'Xodus' project
(8/11/2026, 8:31 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesOne big thing missing for Linux right now is support for XBOX PC and Game Pass, but we might not be waiting forever on that thanks to the 'Xodus' project.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
GE-Proton 11-4 brings lots of controller improvements
(8/11/2026, 8:21 AM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesThe community maintained compatibility layer GE-Proton 11-4 is out now, and with it there's a whole lot of fixes and improvements for controllers.Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Shipping ore between the asteroid mining stations of Profits 2167 would be much easier if it weren't for the darn space bug infestation
(8/11/2026, 8:00 AM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedAfter a 90-second electrical fault left me stuck for two hours at Wilmslow station this weekend, I could be fooled into thinking trains are delicate fickle things. However, PROFITS 2167: Planetary Resource Optimization & Freight Infrastructure Technician Simulator is here to set me straight. The gam...
Live now: Ross Scott discusses the Stop Killing Games movement
(8/10/2026, 10:23 PM) - Gaming - Ars TechnicaOur discussion takes place live on August 11 at 2:30 pm ET.
Developer Cold Iron Studios shuts down cloud version of $60 game with no refunds
(8/10/2026, 9:26 PM) - Gaming - Ars TechnicaA reminder of the perils of digital ownership.
Over the Hill, SnowRunner's hippie off-roading cousin from the Art of Rally devs, gets an October release date
(8/10/2026, 8:15 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedFire up the Landy! Over the Hill, Funselektor and Strelka Games' off-roader which takes the hardcore trail-running you get in a sim like SnowRunner and sands off the edges a bit to make for more chill countryside-roaming, finally has a release date. It's set to motor onto the scene in October, follo...
Big Walk Sells One Million Copies In Less Than A Week
(8/10/2026, 6:41 PM) - Game Informer NewsBig Walk, the recently released multiplayer puzzle game from House House, has officially sold one million copies. It's a major milestone to hit for any game, but it's especially significant for an indie developer. Big Walk's publisher Panic shared the news with a post on social media earlier today,...
Onimusha: Way Of The Sword Isn’t An Open World Game, And It Isn’t A Soulslike Either
(8/10/2026, 6:00 PM) - Game Informer NewsOnimusha is almost back. The latest installment, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, launches next month after a 20-year hiatus within Capcom’s samurai action series. Way of the Sword is also the latest game to grace the cover of Game Informer, and to write that cover story (that subscribers can read right ...
In cosmic roguelike The Carcass, you build a colony inside the corpse of a god that's slowly becoming aware of you
(8/10/2026, 5:00 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedUpdate 10th August: Seems I may have been naive about this one! While there's no AI disclosure on the full Steam page for The Carcass, there is a disclosure on the separate store page for the demo. Here's the disclosure in full. "The entire vision, design, and core structure of this game are the res...
The video game site backed by Walmart has laid off its editorial team
(8/10/2026, 4:31 PM) - gamedeveloperRestart launched in December 2024 and had a five-person editorial team.
I've seen much more of 1666: Amsterdam, and the witchy game by the creator of Assassin's Creed has some surprising ideas
(8/10/2026, 4:02 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles Feed1666: Amsterdam returned to the public eye this year after a protracted 15 year conception that involved legal battles, rewritten concepts, secret publishers, and finally: an actual game. Suffice to say, this is the game Patrice Désilets has wanted to make for a very long time - Désilets being the o...
Assassin's Creed creator's dark and witchy action game 1666: Amsterdam is out in early access sooner than we expected
(8/10/2026, 4:02 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles Feed1666: Amsterdam, a game that's survived years of legal battles between Assassin's Creed creator Patrice Désilets and Ubisoft, has an early access release date. It'll be released 25th August for PC, on Steam and the Epic Games Store. Read more
Valve slowly expands SteamOS support on non-Valve hardware
(8/10/2026, 4:01 PM) - Gaming - Ars TechnicaNew update includes improvements for the Intel-based MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ among others.
Someone's head is killing me in Memoirium, a PSX-styled soulslike about battling through bizarre dreamscapes and decorating your bedroom
(8/10/2026, 3:41 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedI don’t know whose dreams Memoirium warps into action-RPG soulslike levels - it may not even be the player character’s - but whoever they are, they need to lay off the post-10pm Babybels. Besides being filled with chair-wielding thugs and hornfaced monsters, this blocky sleeprealm is lousy with the ...
"They don't understand art" - id Software lead slams Xbox, says it's "impossible" to make games like 2016's Doom now
(8/10/2026, 3:27 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedA lead developer at id Software has spoken out about Microsoft's decision to make major cuts at the developer, and has said it's "impossible" to make triple-A games like 2016's Doom with half the staff. Read more
EVE Online studio hires former Icelandic minister to lead autonomous AI efforts
(8/10/2026, 3:02 PM) - gamedeveloperFenris Creations (formerly known as CCP Games) went independent earlier this year and secured a minority investment from Google.
"Expect fake messages": A load of Steam user personal info has been stolen thanks to a cyberattack on one of Valve's partners, claims report
(8/10/2026, 2:56 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedIf you live in Europe and have bought hardware from Steam in the past three months, then watch out, your personal information might have been stolen thanks to a cyberattack on one of Valve's shipping partners. Read more
Unity credits AI advertising platform for driving its 'best quarter ever'
(8/10/2026, 1:46 PM) - gamedeveloperUnity's revenue grew 24 percent year-over-year thanks to revenue from Unity Vector AI.
This week in PC games: GoldenEye returns (sort of), plus janky arcade football, ballpoint cities, and a game about keeping the monsters inside Area 51
(8/10/2026, 1:42 PM) - Rock Paper Shotgun News FeedThis week in PC games: too much horror! And not the kind related to graphics card prices, stinky corporate acquisitions, or the general corrosion of all that is real and good. There are a lot of horror games, I mean. I do like horror games, but I'm easily deadened by them - I need an apple-cheeked p...
Sean Murray reflects on 10 years of No Man's Sky, its future, and why Hello Games' "redemption arc" narrative "isn't really the story" of the developer
(8/10/2026, 1:34 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedWhen Hello Games ended its trailer for No Man's Sky's first major update with the words "This is the foundation of things to come", it's doubtful anyone, studio included, could have predicted the game would still be going strong some 10 years later. But as the exploratory space sim celebrates a deca...
As developer Arc System Works promises a fix, Marvel Tōkon's suffering PC players are creating some bizarre home remedies for its dire performance woes
(8/10/2026, 1:34 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedMarvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls has been out for a few days now, and the PC version appears a little busted. Wide-ranging reports, including stuttering, online matchmaking issues, and CPU strain, are plaguing Windows warriors who have joined during the game's opening week. Read more
Sean Murray suggests No Man's Sky follow-up Light No Fire is quite far along, but he's 'learned a very important lesson' about speaking too soon
(8/10/2026, 1:34 PM) - Eurogamer.net Latest Articles FeedIt's a big moment for No Man's Sky. This week sees developer Hello Games' exploratory space sim celebrating its tenth anniversary, and to mark the occasion, I recently spoke with studio boss Sean Murray. Read more
A retro gem returns and rebuilt, Knytt Classic is out now and free
(8/10/2026, 1:16 PM) - GamingOnLinux Latest ArticlesKnytt Classic, a fully rebuilt version of the much loved indie platformer is out today completely free on Steam and GOGRead the full article on GamingOnLinux.
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