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Bladesinging Wizard in combat in Baldur's Gate 3.

Baldur’s Gate 3 will soon add crossplay in its final patch

Baldur's Gate 3 will soon release its final patch and introduce a lot of long-requested features, including crossplay and photo mode.
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Bulletstorm studio is co-developing Gears of War: E-Day

Gears of War: E-Day, the next game in the series, will be co-developed by Bulletstorm studio People Can Fly.
Rise of the Ronin Open World exploration.

Rise of the Ronin is soon coming to Steam alongside big improvements

Rise of the Ronin, the PlayStation 5 exclusive, is coming to Steam later this year with several PC-only upgrades.
A person taking a photo with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6.

The Galaxy Z Flip 7’s camera spec has made us worry

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 might not receive better camera hardware, but its software improvements could be a game-changer.
The rear panel and camera island on the Nothing Phone 2a.

March 4 is going to be a big day for this fun Android phone brand

Nothing has released another enigmatic teaser that many believe is the Nothing Phone 3, and the company confirms an event on March 4.
A screenshot from The Last Half of Darkness

35 years after launch, point-and-click horror Last Half of Darkness is given new life

The Last Half of Darkness has been remade for the modern era, 35 years after its initial release on the DOS platform.
Apple HomePod 2023

Gurman calls Apple’s new smart device “the most significant new Apple product” of 2025

Apple’s new smart hub could look like a HomePod with a seven-inch screen attached to it, and a higher-end version of the same device could even have a robot arm that lets it track users around the room. In his latest Power On! newsletter, Mark Gurman lays out what fans can expect from the new […]
Marvel Snap running on the OnePlus Nord N30 5G.

Marvel Snap will return to app stores with a surprise gift from the devs

Marvel Snap developer Second Dinner thanks players for their patience and promises compensation will come sometime next week.
Sports scores for an NBA game displayed in an iPhone 14 Pro's Dynamic Island.

The iPhone 17 Pro Max might get a standard Dynamic Island after all

Conflicting reports from tipsters leave the fate of the iPhone 17's Dynamic Island up in the air.
OnePlus Open Apex Edition Crimson Shadow red on table.

The OnePlus Open 2 might be the thinnest foldable ever

A series of leaks provide a better idea of what the OnePlus Open 2 could look like and how slim it might actually be.
The back of the Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro.

Asus’s next gaming phone has a very familiar look

According to a slew of leaked images, Asus is working on the ROG Phone 9 FE — a more budget-friendly option for mobile gamers.
A PlayStation 5 connected to a TV, showing the Sony Pictures Core interface.

The PlayStation 6 could launch in 2027 according to chipset leak

More information has emerged about the PlayStation 6, including a more concrete release window and a better idea of its specs.
Aloy flies past the Hollywood sign in Horizon Forbidden West: Burning Shores.

Sony region-locked yet another PC port that doesn’t require a PSN account

Sony required players to register a PSN account for Horizon: Forbidden West, nearly a year after it released on PC.
Two hands holding an iPad.

The next iPad may miss out on Apple’s biggest new feature

The next iPad might miss out on Apple Intelligence, according to the latest reports — but they contradict things we've already heard.
Ninja Gaiden 4 screenshot

Ninja Gaiden 4 is coming, but you can play a new Ninja Gaiden 2 remake right now

A full 13 years after the release of the last mainstream title, Ninja Gaiden is back with a brand-new game and a stunning remake.
Hazel stares at a monster in South of Midnight.

South of Midnight takes Xbox players to the deep South this April

South of Midnight is an action-adventure game set in America's Deep South, in a world where Haints and giant alligators roam the wilds.
Goro Majima in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii

A Sega Account can earn you perks, in-game items, and much more

The new Sega Account system gives new users a free outfit ion Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, but it might be the precursor to a Game Pass-like platform.
Gamer playing Xbox One with headset on.

Xbox consoles will soon support external drives over 16TB

Your Xbox console is about to get a lot more storage options thanks to a system update that enables external drives over 16TB.
The back of the Nothing Phone 2a Plus.

Nothing just dropped a cryptic teaser, and it involves Pokémon

Nothing has released another characteristically cryptic teaser for an upcoming product: a single image of the Pokémon Arcanine.
Wearing a Fitbit Sense 2 while working at a desk.

Is your Fitbit getting too hot? Google wants to give you $50

The Fitbit Sense and Fitbit Versa 3 smartwatches are at risk of overheating. Google has issued a firmware update, but it reduces overall battery life.
Citizen Sleeper 2 cover art.

Xbox Game Pass is getting 2 of January’s biggest games

January will see quite a few new additions coming to Game Pass, including the hotly-anticipated sequel Citizen Sleeper 2.
The back of the Apple iPhone SE (2022).

The iPhone SE 4 might feature the Dynamic Island instead of a notch

The iPhone SE 4 might have even more in common with the iPhone 16 than previously expected, including the inclusion of the Dynamic Island.
Someone holding the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE, showing the back of the phone.

Latest Galaxy S25 details tease us ahead of Unpacked reveal

Galaxy S25 Ultra marketing materials have leaked that highlight several notable features, and we also know a little bit about the price, too.
Marvel Snap trailer shot of Miles Morales, America Chaves, Iron Heart, Venom, and Black Panther in a mech.

After being reinstated in the United States, Marvel Snap wants a new publisher

Unexpected and collateral damage during the TikTok ban, Marvel Snap developers want to ensure it doesn't happen again.
Person's hand holding a smartphone with TikTok's logo on screen, all in front of a blurred background.

TikTok is back, but it’s not out of the woods

You can once again watch your favorite videos on TikTok, but the social media app isn't out of the woods yet.
A close-up of the iPhone 14 Pro's camera module.

Gurman says waning iPhone SE stock could point to a new model

Dwindling stock of the current model means the iPhone SE 4 could be just around the corner, according to Apple analyst Mark Gurman.
Marvel Snap running on the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus.

Marvel Snap is an unintended victim of the TikTok ban

The shutdown of TikTok has inadvertently affected a number of other apps, including the ever-popular Marvel Snap.
Someone holding the OnePlus 13R, showing the back of the phone.

The best OnePlus 13R cases for 2025

The OnePlus 13R is the newest and most advanced OnePlus midrange phone around. Keep it safe with one of these great cases.
A screen grab from Poppy's Playtime

Mob Entertainment is targeting copycat games in the app store

The developer of the popular game franchise Poppy's Playtime has filed a lawsuit alleging copyright violations in the Google Play Store.
Looking over Mondstadt in Genshin Impact.

Hoyoverse is facing a $20M fine over its loot box mechanics

HoYoverse, publisher of the popular gacha game Genshin Impact, has agreed to pay a $20 million fine and change its marketing practices.
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra's camera lenses.

Conflicting reports on the Galaxy S25 Slim have me worried

The Galaxy S25 Slim isn't expected to launch during next week's Galaxy Unpacked, but some reports say it isn't coming to the US market at all.
Moltres and Zapdos cards in Pokemon TCG Pocket.

Trading comes to Pokémon TCG Pocket later this month, but there’s a catch

The smash-hit Pokémon TCG Pocket will receive the long-awaited trading feature later this month, but not every card will qualify for trade.
A titan wielding a grenade launcher in Destiny 2..

Sony axes two more live-service games, including one God of War spinoff

Per Bloomberg reports, Sony has cancelled two more live-service games, one of which was rumored to be a God of War spinoff.
Side profile of the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE.

We’re already getting hints about cool Galaxy S26 tech

Next year's Samsung Galaxy S26 could have better battery life than any phone that has come before, thanks to a new type of battery technology.
Nintendo Switch.

The Nintendo Switch 2 could sell 15 million consoles its first year, analysts say

According to industry analysts, the Nintendo Switch 2 is on track to sell more than 15 million units within its first year.
The back of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra.

These official-looking images will get you excited for the Galaxy S25

Leaked renders of the Galaxy S25 trio give us a better look at what to expect from Galaxy Unpacked in just a few days.
Galaxy S24 FE

These clever Galaxy S25 AI features look surprisingly helpful

Newly-leaked marketing materials for the Galaxy S25 Plus and Galaxy S25 Ultra show impressive AI functions, and also help confirm some specs.
How to Preorder the Nintendo Switch OLED.

This browser plugin actually makes browsing the Nintendo eShop fun

If the Nintendo eShop drives you a little crazy, good news: there’s a fan-made alternative that comes packed with some serious quality improvements. Introducing , built by the website Nintendo Life. Don’t worry, it’s not something you enter banking information into; it’s a browser plug-in that streamlines your experience while using the eShop with content […]