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A hunter about to eat meat in Monster Hunter Wilds.

Monster Hunter Wilds is Capcom’s most sucessful PC launch ever

Monster Hunter Wilds is a Rathian-sized success, but its optimization gives the Ajarakan treatment to your GPU.
Person holding an Apple AirTag.

Apple has yet to patch vital security flaw in its Find My network

Researchers at George Mason University discovered a vital — and potentially severely damaging — security flaw in Apple's Find My network.
A screen grab from the Pokémon Champions trailer.

Pokémon Champions revives Stadium for Switch and mobile

Pokémon Champions is a newly-announced game coming to both Nintendo Switch and mobile platforms that distills the franchise into one of its core elements.
Pokemon runing in a neon city in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.

Pokémon Legends: Z-A gets a huge new trailer and a fall release window

Pokémon Legends: Z-A is on the way, with a fall release window, a fun mix of starters, and a huge city to explore.
Leaked render of iPhone 17 Pro Max front glass and rear camera bar module.

Apple may finally admit that 8GB isn’t enough RAM for an iPhone

A third analyst has corroborated the theory that the iPhone 17 Pro will arrive with 12GB of RAM — as first for any iPhone.
The heroes of Dragon Age: The Veilguard stand against a dreary landscape.

Dragon Age: The Veilguard will be free for PS Plus subscribers in March

In addition to BioWare's latest fantasy RPG, subscribers can also get Sonic Colors: Ultimate and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection.
Team Fortress 2

The nostalgia-riddled Team Fortress 2 Classic mod is coming to Steam

Team Fortress 2 Classic is a mod that throws the game back to its earliest days, to the era before hats — but it keeps important quality of life changes.
A person taking a photo with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6.

Our first look at the Galaxy Z Flip 7 reveals more than just design

We've seen official renders of the Galaxy Z Flip 7. A lot remains the same, but there are a few noteworthy changes.
The Samsung Galaxy A35 and Galaxy A55's cameras.

Samsung confirms its next budget phone is just around the corner

Samsung plans to debut the Galaxy A36 and A56 on March 2, but only the A36 is expected to launch in western markets.
Diana from the upcoming Wonder Woman video game.

Wonder Woman game canceled as Warner Brothers shuts down 3 studios

Warner Bros Discovery announced that it is shutting down Monolith Studios, Player First Games, and Warner Bros. Games San Diego.
A hero talks to commoners in a market in the Fable trailer.

Fable has been delayed until 2026, but enjoy some fresh gameplay footage

Playground Games' Fable has been pushed back to 2026 to give the team more time to work on it, but at least you can see new in-engine gameplay.
A Deep Purple iPhone 14 Pro on top of a Haunted Mansion wallpaper placemat.

More people are buying used iPhones than new, and here’s why

The refurbished iPhone market outsold new devices in 2024, with the iPhone 11 and 12 catching more interest than new models.
Pyramid Head wields a weapon in Silent Hill 2.

Bloober Team is working with Konami on unannounced game

The game involves a Konami IP, but the two companies remained as tight-lipped on details as Pyramid Head.
The Huawei Mate XT.

Samsung’s multi-fold phone is still far away, and that’s a good thing

Conflicting information leaves the launch window of Samsung's long-rumored multi-fold a murky mess, but there's an upside.
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold's open screen.

Google now offers Pixel warranties on par with Apple Care+

Google now has a two-year coverage plan for butterfingered Pixel owners, and it's a better value than paying month-by-month.
Concept art for Lies of P's DLC.

Everything announced at ID@Xbox Showcase February 2025

Today's Xbox showcase debuted several new games and announced long-awaited for release dates for many others.
Apple AirTag lifestyle image.

The AirTag 2 could release as soon as May, according to a new leak

The long-awaited Apple AirTag 2 could be just around the corner, according to a leak from tipster Kosutami.
A screenshot of Candy Crush Saga.

One woman received £170,000 after becoming addicted to Candy Crush

The addictive traits of mobile games, combined with a medication that impaired impulse control, resulted in a devastating gambling addiction for one woman.
Google Pixel 9a Peony pink leaked image.

The Pixel 9a just leaked again as part of a Galaxy S25 edge leak

Another day, another Pixel 9a leak — this time in the background of a video leaking Samsung Galaxy Edge information.
A screenshot from Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition.

The Doom of Icewind dale is the start of a “love letter to Neverwinter Nights”

More than two decades after its release, Neverwinter Nights has received another DLC — the first part of a 60+ hour campaign.
A game of Team Buddies with various units on the field.

This classic, forgotten console RTS is getting a full Steam remaster

Team Buddies, a PlayStation-only real-time strategy game from 25 years ago, just received a for a full remaster. It looks like this cult classic has returned from the grave with online multiplayer, updated graphics, and all the chaotic fun you remember. Team Buddies isn’t like most RTS games from the era. You might think about Command […]
Skater in Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1+2.

Something Tony Hawk Pro Skater-related is coming March 4

On the Tony Hawk franchise website, a countdown timer ends on March 4 — and fans believe another remaster is on the way.
Zoe and Mio run through a sci-fi world in Split Fiction.

With Split Fiction, your Friend’s Pass goes cross-platform

Split Fiction's Friend's Pass will let you play with a friend, even if you're on PlayStation 5 and they're on Steam.
A screenshot from Knights of the Old Republic.

Bored? Two classic BioWare RPGs are free on Android for a limited time

You can download both Star Wars: Knights of the Republic and its sequel for free on the Epic Games Store mobile app until March 20.
A screenshot of gameplay in Chernobylite 2.

You can play the Fallout-inspired Chernobylite 2, but its demo is 100GB

Chernobylite 2 is part RPG, part survival game, and you can play a demo now — assuming you have enough storage space available.
Fitbit Versa Lite.

Google’s latest update targets Fitbit batteries, and not in a good way

An incoming update might stop your Fitbit from overheating, but it could have as negative impact on battery life.
A rendered concept of what the iPhone 17 Air might look like.

The iPhone 17 Air might have a larger screen than we thought

The iPhone 17 Air could have a display up to 6.7 inches, according to tipster Jon Prosser's latest predictions.
Samsung Galaxy A55 color renders

It’s official: Samsung confirms the existence of the Galaxy A56, A36, and A26

Samsung accidentally confirmed the existence of three of its budget and mid-range phones through a listing on its Chilean website.
An Among Us imposter stands next to a dead body in Among Us VR.

Among Us 3D brings first-person deception shenanigans to PC players

Among Us 3D allows Steam players to join VR lobbies and get in on the back-stabbing, betrayal, and hijinks.
A Sandworm from Dune Awakening.

Dune: Awakening launches in May, but its character creator is here now

The upcoming MMO survival game Dune: Awakening launches in May, but you can download and start building your character now.
The Apple iPhone SE (2022)'s camera.

Does the Apple iPhone 16e have a headphone jack?

The iPhone 16e is here, but the headphone jack did not return — and you probably shouldn't expect it to in the future, either.
iPhone SE 4

Does the iPhone 16e have wireless charging?

The iPhone 16e supports wireless and MagSafe charging and has a higher overall battery capacity than any model before it.
A video playing on the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold.

The Pixel 10’s model number might have just leaked

The apparent model numbers for the Pixel 10 series have leaked, indicating the phones are nearing production.
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro's camera module

Apple drives the final nail in the iPhone 14 coffin with the launch of the 16e

The iPhone 16e is here at last, but it comes at the cost of the iPhone 14 and 2022 iPhone SE.
A screen of gameplay from the game Bleeding Edge

Microsoft trained an AI to play (and maybe develop) games

Microsoft's new generative AI model is intended to help developers build games faster and bring life back to older titles.
Team Fortress 2 players walking down a hall.

Valve just released the source code for Team Fortress 2 — on purpose

Valve just released the full client and game source code for Team Fortress 2, opening wild possibilities for the modding community.
A lot of heroes fight in Marvel Rivals

Marvel Rivals developer hit with layoffs despite the shooter’s success

Marvel Rivals' Seattle-based team has been laid off, according to social media posts from the game's director and several other members.
Two men browse the soon to be defunct Wii U eShop.

Nintendo is doing away with Gold Points after March 24

The Gold Points aspect of the My Nintendo Rewards Program is shutting down after March 24 with next to no explanation.