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Final Fantasy 9 lead says the PS2 was so "so overpowered" its CPU sparked military concerns, so he struggled to get an emergency dev kit during his stay in Hawaii: "It was a very difficult situation"

So I wasn't the only one blown away by Sony's console

Gaming specs with impressive specs - Asus's new gaming glasses have fun ideas, but I'd much rather see them in a VR headset

Gaming specs with impressive specs - Asus's new gaming glasses have fun ideas, but I'd much rather see them in a VR headset

The new Asus XREAL Rog R1 glasses revealed at CES have some impressive specs, but as a VR lover, I just can't get behind this type of gadget.

I went hands-on with HyperX’s first leverless controller — here’s why it could be a hit

I went hands-on with HyperX’s first leverless controller — here’s why it could be a hit

The HyperX Clutch Tachi is the first leverless controller to utilize TMR sensors for added precision. Here are our hands-on impressions.

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'We're definitely getting into the territory where that becomes a possibility': Asus on integrated graphics in gaming laptops being the norm, 'it's just a matter of time'

I spoke with Asus' Director of Technical Marketing about integrated graphics on CPUs taking over gaming laptops, the ongoing RAM crises affecting pricing and just what happened to Asus' VR headset.

"The first dialog we had was obviously centered around [GTA 6]": Arc Raiders devs "did not want to be close" to Rockstar at launch, but were just fine challenging Call of Duty

It certainly worked out for Embark

Fallout co-creator Tim Cain says "realism" complaints are often caused by game worlds breaking their own rules, something his early RPG Arcanum was meticulous about: "Magic and tech don't coexist"

"Realism gets conflated with consistency. A lot"

"We wanted to explore that longing for absolute freedom": Cairn is a survival climbing game about human will, endurance, and sacrifice

Big in 2026 | We speak to The Game Bakers about sacrifice and survival in tactical climbing sim Cairn

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GoldenEye 007 is "a fantastic game," but 007 First Light dev says IO Interactive's title has "a far wider and more expansive offering and gameplay experience"

GoldenEye 007 is "a fantastic game," but 007 First Light dev says IO Interactive's title has "a far wider and more expansive offering and gameplay experience"

Hopefully, it's not like 007 Legends either

Fortnite and Call of Duty dominated 2025 on Xbox and PlayStation — and show once again why Steam player counts don't always tell the story

Fortnite and Call of Duty dominated 2025 on Xbox and PlayStation — and show once again why Steam player counts don't always tell the story

Call of Duty and Minecraft, two of Microsoft's biggest franchises, rank top five most played of 2025 on both Xbox and PlayStation.

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From final boss battles to the dangers of open-world bloat, TV and film can learn a lot from video games

From final boss battles to the dangers of open-world bloat, TV and film can learn a lot from video games

Stranger Things’ climactic showdown is the latest pop culture spectacle to feel like its been ported straight from a console. The industries’ reciprocally influential relationship can be to everyone’s gain

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"Two Premier Brands. One Mobile Controller" - GameSir and Hyperkin's modular gamepad could take over the market

"Two Premier Brands. One Mobile Controller" - GameSir and Hyperkin's modular gamepad could take over the market

GameSir and Hyperkin have revealed the X5 Alteron at CES 2026, a modular mobile controller that I think could easily take over the market.

Clearly, You Need A Murdered Out, Matte Black Honda Monkey

Clearly, You Need A Murdered Out, Matte Black Honda Monkey

Start your 2026 the mischievous way with Cub House Honda's trio of everyone's favorite 125cc, with a few small design tweaks to change it up.

Total War tackling Warhammer 40,000 while coming to Xbox and PlayStation can be the breakout this series deserves — and I'll remain cautiously excited

Total War tackling Warhammer 40,000 while coming to Xbox and PlayStation can be the breakout this series deserves — and I'll remain cautiously excited

Total War: Warhammer 40K is a massive upcoming strategy game, and it could take the franchise to new heights if Creative Assembly pulls it off.

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JSAUX is showing off its new Switch 2 dock at CES 2026, and my setup wants a piece

JSAUX is showing off its new Switch 2 dock at CES 2026, and my setup wants a piece

JSAUX has unveiled the 6-in-1 Gaming Dock for Switch at CES 2026, a combination of the best parts of a Switch 2 dock and display stand in one.

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Sega posts tribute to co-founder David Rosen, a "true pioneer" of the industry, who passed away at 95: "We will always remember his contributions"

He'd been industry since the mid-'50s

Could 2026 Be The Best Year For RPGS Ever?

These 10 promising RPGs should be on your radar for 2026 — and prove that this year will, without question, be a banner year for the genre.

"Square had a kind of recklessness at that time": During Final Fantasy 9's development, the team moved to Hawaii without "a solid plan," and some even splashed out on themed license plates

"I thought 'why did I get a license plate as simplistic as FF9?'"

Game Pass Just Quietly Added Warhammer's Best Sci-Fi Action Game

The remastered version of the original 'Warhammer: Space Marine' just joined Xbox Game Pass Premium, and the grimdark shooter is worth your time.

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This custom hardline watercooling concept PC looks amazing — here's what you can actually buy today

At CES 2026, iBUYPOWER unveiled the Trace X Custom Loop Concept PC, a prebuilt with hardline watercooling designed to make custom loops more accessible.

Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined may be a remake of a nearly 26-year-old JRPG classic, but Square Enix warns it may "temporarily or permanently suspend" players for posting spoilers

You may have to reimagine yourself playing the game if you spoil it

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Xbox Gear Shop finally gives an update after being closed for five months — something special for Xbox's 25th anniversary?

Nearly half a year ago, the Xbox Gear Shop closed down amidst massive budget cuts, project cancellations, and layoffs at Microsoft. However, the online store has recently updated with a new message saying that it's coming back soon.

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As RAM prices skyrocket and Windows 11 flounders, Linux gains native NVIDIA GeForce NOW support — turning the cloud into a sanctuary for priced-out gamers

Hardware costs are rising and Windows 11 is struggling. NVIDIA's native Linux app offers a cloud-based escape for gamers priced out of upgrades.

Legendary Final Fantasy composer can't listen to his own music because he's "too embarrassed," but as a "medieval nerd," he was "pleased" with Final Fantasy 9's direction

"You have to admire medieval fantasy"

Arc Raiders devs were inspired by Helldivers 2 when they shifted from free-to-play to a $40 game: "We don't want the price to be an offender for someone"

"I hope that people, given how much time they seem to spend in the game, feel like we've given them value for money"

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The 15 best Xbox Series S/X games to play in 2026

This now venerable hardware remains an ideal platform for classics such as Minecraft and daring experiments from the brightest new developers

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