5 dead games I still can’t stop thinking about
Not every dead game deserves a eulogy, but these five still feel like unfinished conversations.
I highly recommend these 3 must-play games this weekend across the PS5, Xbox, and PC
Some weekends are for comfort, others are for chaos. This one? A bit of both. Whether it’s revisiting a gaming icon that defined an era, diving into a massively upgraded open-world epic, or trying out this generation’s cult classic title set to leave Game Pass soon, this lineup has range. 1. Tomb Raider I-III Remastered […]
PS6 might be closer than you think, and it’s not coming alone
New leaks suggest PS6 development is underway alongside a potential PlayStation handheld, and affordable pricing for gamers.
If you love indie games, there’s now a subscription service for these gems
Indie Pass is a new $6.99-a-month subscription service launching April 13 with over 70 indie titles on PC. Built by indie.io, it promises curated picks, a smart recommendation engine, and a fair revenue model for developers.
Steam survey shows Linux hitting an all-time high with gamers
Linux has climbed to an all-time high of 5.33% in Valve’s latest Steam survey, a milestone that underlines how far PC gaming on Linux has come.
PlayStation Plus April games bring big fights and retro favorites
PlayStation Plus April games deliver real variety, blending a tough action RPG, classic Tomb Raider remasters, and co-op action into a lineup that actually fits how you play across solo, nostalgic, and multiplayer sessions.
Apple at 50: The Pippin was a flop in 1996, but I’m ready for Apple’s bold gaming bet in 2026
From the failed Pippin to AAA games on iPhones, Apple’s 50-year journey shows its gaming dreams weren’t wrong, just early. Now, the ecosystem might finally be ready.
The Last of Us Part 3 might be real, and fans think its creator just hinted at it
A new Instagram post from
The Asus Morph 96 Wireless gives you the custom keyboard feel without the DIY hassle
The Asus ROG Strix Morph 96 Wireless delivers a custom keyboard experience without the DIY hassle, featuring a gasket-mount design, foam damping, and hot-swappable switches for easy experimentation.
Roblox now uses AI moderation to shut down harmful content before it reaches you
Roblox's new AI moderation system scans entire game scenes in real time, catching harmful content most older systems would have missed entirely, and is already shutting down 5,000 servers daily.
PUBG’s top-down experiment is over before it really got started
PUBG: Blindspot’s unusual top-down tactical hook won over part of its audience, but the game is still being shut down before it ever reaches a full release.
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game comes out in July and it looks pretty slick
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game launches July 2, bringing a stylish 2D fighter with elemental combat, cross-play, and a 12-character roster.
The PS5 has been my best investment in the last 6 years (because it actually went up in value)
The PS5 just got pricier, again. A 6-year-old console that appreciates in value? Here’s why gaming is becoming an expensive hobby.
After PS5 price hike, Xbox and Nintendo could be next
After Sony’s PS5 price hike, analysts warn Xbox and Nintendo could also raise console prices due to rising component costs and AI-driven demand.
Smash hit Hades 2 is finally coming to PlayStation and Xbox
After months of waiting, Hades II is finally coming to PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Game Pass on April 14.
Samsung is fixing a long-standing OLED monitor problem, and even rival brands are on board
Samsung has introduced a new QuantumBlack film for QD-OLED monitors that reduces reflections adn helps maintain deep blacks in bright environments.
Sony announces price hikes for PS5, PS5 Pro, and PlayStation Portal
Sony has increased prices for the PS5, PS5 Pro, and PlayStation Portal, citing global economic pressures.
Forza Horizon 6 PC requirements are surprisingly forgiving for a modern AAA game
Forza Horizon 6 may look like a next-gen showcase, but its PC requirements suggest you won’t need a cutting-edge rig to play it.
Sony wants to mount your phone on a DualSense controller, and it could change how you game
Sony has patented a system that attaches your phone to a PlayStation controller and uses its cameras, gyroscope, and touchscreen as a secondary input device for a more immersive gaming experience.
CRKD’s cutesy keychain controller levels up gaming with TMR thumbsticks
The CRKD ATOM+ is a palm-sized Bluetooth controller with zero stick drift, full modern controls, and multi-platform support for Switch, PC, mobile, and more.
Nintendo might charge less for digital Switch games?
Nintendo will price Switch 2 digital games lower than physical copies, starting May 2026, reflecting lower distribution costs.
Xbox could make Game Pass cheaper, and even bundle it with Netflix
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma is reportedly exploring cheaper Game Pass tiers and a possible Netflix bundle, according to new reports.
After telling players to refund, Crimson Desert will support Intel Arc
Following backlash for excluding Intel Arc GPUs, Crimson Desert developers now say support and optimization are officially on the way.
AI frame generation is coming to the PS5 Pro
Sony plans AI-powered frame generation for future PlayStation updates
Why everyone hates NVIDIA DLSS 5 (but will love it eventually)
DLSS 5: from “next-gen magic” to “makeup filter gone rogue”. Hated today, inevitable tomorrow, as AI learns that vibes matter as much as pixels.
One of the best-value gaming laptops available right now: RTX 5070 Ti, 32GB RAM, OLED, Core Ultra 9 for $1,549
The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S is down to $1,549.99 at Best Buy, saving you $350 on a gaming laptop with an RTX 5070 Ti, Intel Core Ultra 9, 32GB of RAM, 240Hz OLED display, and a 1TB NVMe SSD.
EU rules push Nintendo toward replaceable battery design for Switch 2
Nintendo reportedly planning repair-friendly Switch 2 revision
As Nvidia’s DLSS 5 attracts AI slop heat, Jensen Huang says gamers are completely wrong
Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang has pushed back on the recent backlash against DLSS 5, saying critics are "completely wrong" about the technology making games look like AI slop.
Intel Arc update adds pre-compiled shaders to speed up game load times by up to 3x
Intel's latest Arc driver introduces its Graphics Shader Distribution Service, cutting first load times by up to 2x on Arc B-series GPUs.
PC parts prices are brutal right now, so this Skytech RX 9070 XT gaming desktop for $1,649 is worth a serious look
The Skytech Gaming O11V is down to $1,649 at Best Buy, saving you $230 on a prebuilt gaming PC with an AMD Ryzen 7 7700, RX 9070 XT, 32GB of memory, and a 1TB NVMe SSD.
Logitech’s new RS H-Shifter might be the best upgrade for your sim racing setup
Logitech G's new RS H-Shifter brings 7-speed manual shifting to your sim rig with Hall Effect sensors, real-world-inspired lockouts, and wide platform compatibility.
Remember the Nokia Twist and Motorola Flipout? This handheld brings their weirdest trick back
Anbernic built its name on retro clones, but a new leak shows the company trying something original. A video reveals a square Android handheld with a screen that swivels to expose hidden controls, borrowing the Flipout's mechanical trick for emulation.
Nvidia and Bethesda clear the air on DLSS 5 making games look like “AI slop”
DLSS 5's early demos have sparked "AI slop" criticism, with gamers questioning its impact on art style. Nvidia and Bethesda say that developers retain full control and the effect is optional.
NVIDIA announces DLSS 5 with photorealistic lighting to change the future of gaming
NVIDIA has unveiled DLSS 5, a neural-rendering technology promising photorealistic lighting and materials for RTX 50-series GPUs.
Microsoft is bringing an AI helper to Xbox consoles
Microsoft is bringing its Gaming Copilot AI to Xbox Series X/S consoles in 2026 — here's what it does, how it works, and why Google got there first.
Your ROG Xbox Ally X is about to get a free performance upgrade soon
Microsoft's Automatic Super Resolution is coming to the ROG Xbox Ally X in April, promising up to 30% better performance — for free, and without touching the hardware.
The FBI is hunting down malware-loaded games on Steam
If you downloaded certain Steam games, the FBI wants to hear from you
Two new hosts join Digital Trends
Meet the newest hosts joining the Digital Trends YouTube channel. Sam and Faiz introduce themselves, share the tech they’re most passionate about, and talk about the perspective they’ll bring to future videos. Expect more reviews, deep dives, and hands-on coverage as the channel continues to grow. Subscribe to follow along.