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A lizard looks down on a town in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered.

One Oblivion player visited Hammerfell a game early

Several Oblivion Remastered players have broken outside the boundaries of the map and explored other regions.
Anniversary art for StarCraft.

Starcraft is reportedly back, from the last developer you’d ever expect

The Starcraft bidding war has reportedly come to an end, and the winner isn't who you expect.
The Google Pixel 9a's screen.

Google One subscribers could get a hugely important eSIM feature

The latest version of the Google Play Store's beta suggests you might be able to backup your eSIM soon.
Zois getting married in Inzoi.

Inzoi update: 5 key things we learned from Kjun’s open letter

The Sims competitor Inzoi's director has promised better communication with its community.
Key art for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

If Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is the best game of all time, this is why

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 sets itself apart by breaking the rules in all the right ways.
Tank 3 Pro

5 things I learned using an outrageous projector smartphone for a week

The Tank 3 Pro is a smartphone with a built-in projector and one of the most intriguing pieces of tech I've ever used.
Nest Thermostat

Google’s Nest thermostat cull is a warning to all smart home users

Google has announced an end-of-life update to its first and second generation Nest Learning Thermostats.
A Dell laptop connected to a hard drive on a couch.

Outlook typing lag will finally get a fix from Microsoft

Unfortunately, users might have to deal with the bug until next month.
Breath of Fire IV

GOG restores a classic RPG more than two decades after its launch

Breath of Fire IV has been updated and modernized for Windows 10 and 11, including full controller support.
Aloy standing in front of the Hollywood sign in Horizon Forbidden West.

Samsung demoed Horizon: Forbidden West at 8K and 120fps, but there’s a catch

In a stunning graphical display, Samsung showed what the future of gaming visuals could look like.
OnePlus 13T

OnePlus 13T: Everything you need to know

The OnePlus 13T is officially available in China, and it's surprisingly powerful for its size.
An LG G5 OLED TV hanging on a wall in a bright living room.

If you have an LG TV, you might have received a major Xbox upgrade

Select web-connected LG smart TVs can now stream Xbox games straight from the internet.
A beginning card collection.

Pokémon TCG Pocket goes tropical with two Alolan-inspired packs

Pokemon TCG Pocket is adding even more Pokemon to its lineup, including Lunala and Solgaleo.
Frostpunk 1886

Frostpunk 1886 promises to be the best way to experience the original game

Frostpunk 1886 is 11 Bit Studio's latest project and rebuilds the original game in a new engine with more content.
Xfinity

Xfinity Mobile Premium Unlimited Plan: 5 things you need to know

Xfinity Mobile's new Premium Unlimited plan introduces a slew of perks you should know about.
Old Sonic runs away from Metal Sonic in Sonic Generations X Shadow.

The Nintendo Switch 2’s launch lineup just got better thanks to Sonic

Sega just announced additions to the Nintendo Switch 2 launch lineup that will fill the 3D Mario-shaped hole.
Ghost of Yotei

Ghost of Yotei launch date shown in new trailer, and it’s sooner than you think

Ghost of Yotei launches in fall of this year, and preorders start next month.
Retroid Pocket handheld gaming console.

Multiple retro hardware companies are pulling out of the US market

Several companies, including Retrotink and Anbernic, are pausing US shipments.
Oblivion remake

You can play Oblivion Remastered today, and yes, it still has horse armor

The iconic 2006 RPG is back with a modern look and feel, and it's available to play today.
Gemini Live running on Google Pixel 9a.

Google Gemini: Everything you need to know

Google Gemini is a powerful artificial intelligence that can simplify day-to-day tasks. Here's what you need to know.
Alleged concept render of the iPhone 17 Air in black.

The iPhone 17 Pro might debut a never-before-seen iPhone color

The iPhone 17 Pro might come in a new color option that's currently only available on the MacBook Air.
Oblivion remake

The Oblivion remake is real, and all will be revealed about it very soon

The long-rumored Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remaster is confirmed, and Bethesda will give more details tomorrow morning.
Playstation 5 system and DualSense controller.

The PlayStation 5 rental business is booming in the best way

Sony's experimental PlayStation 5 rental service is proving to be a runaway success in Japan.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Render

The iPhone 17 could face a supply shortage that makes it hard to buy

The iPhone 17 might be a bit harder to get your hands on because of supply chain issues.
Star Wars

Star Wars: Visions is getting a new spin-off series

Star Wars: Visions is coming back later this year with a third season and a new spin-off series.
Star Wars in Fortnite

Fortnite is getting another Star Wars tie-in, this time with Jar Jar Binks

Star Wars returns to Fortnite with a five-part saga and new skins.
Yasuke and Naoe in fighting stances in Assassin's Creed Shadows.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows appears to have been rated for the Nintendo Switch 2

A PEGI listing might have just revealed another third-party Switch 2 port.
Star Wars Zero Company

Star Wars: Zero Company is an ambitious blend of XCOM meets RPG for newcomers

Star Wars: Zero Company will combine tactical strategy gameplay with emergent storytelling.
A white-haired woman wielding a sword with a white dragon behind her stares at a black haired man also wielding a sword with a blue and black dragon behind him.

Some Nintendo Switch 2 game cards will also work on the original Switch

Some cross-gen Switch 2 launch game cards might also work on the original Nintendo Switch.
Nothing Phone 3a

Nothing’s CEO just told us when to expect the Nothing Phone 3

The long-awaited Nothing Phone 3 now has an official release window.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom runs on a Switch 2 screen.

Nintendo Switch 2 preorders begin next week, but accessories will cost more

Nintendo has revealed when you can preorder the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, but warns that accessory prices have increased.
Kay Vess stands next to arcade cabinets in Star Wars Outlaws.

Star Wars Outlaw’s second DLC trailer leaked its release date a day early

The release date for the final planned Star Wars Outlaw DLC just told us when to expect the expansion to drop.
Motorola Razr 40 Ultra rear side.

Motorola Razr 60 Ultra could be the phone that makes me leave Apple

The iPhone has been my go-to for a long time, but the Razr 60 Ultra has me reconsidering.
Mario in Mario Kart World.

Everything revealed in the Mario Kart World Direct: A Rewind feature and more

Mario Kart World adds new tricks, new course, new items, and more alongside plenty of familiarity.