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A screenshot from LA Noire.

L.A. Noire developer Video Games Deluxe becomes Rockstar Australia

Rockstar Games has acquired partner studio Video Games Deluxe, and the company will rebrand to Rockstar Australia.
Sonic turns into a werehog in Sonic Unleashed.

Sonic Unleashed Recompiled is the port you never knew you wanted

Sonic Unleashed Recompiled is a fan-made mod that brings the original game to the modern era with uncapped framerates, smooth gameplay, and so much more.
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus's cameras.

Samsung is so behind schedule, it might skip from One UI 7 straight to One UI 8

There's more One UI 7 news, and it's not great. Samsung might skip the standard mid-generation updates in order to finish the next version.
An image of the NxtPaper 11 Plus.

TCL’s NXTPaper 11 Plus reduces eye strain without sacrificing image quality

TCL's first AI-powered tablet has features that improve accessibility while simulatenously reducing eye strain and fatigue during long hours of use.
TCL 60 SE

TCL adds four new handsets to its TCL 60 series

TCL has expanded its TCL 60 series — first introduced at CES 2025 — with four additional handsets, each with a specific use case in mind.
Playing Steam Deck with feet in a hot tub.

Steam crosses 40 million concurrent players for the first time

Steam has broken its all-time record for active players, crossing over the 40 million mark with absolutely no signs of slowing down.
A haunter and palico in Monster Hunter Wilds.

Capcom races to fix a game-breaking bug in Monster Hunter Wilds

Capcom is striving to fix a bug that can potentially halt forward progress in Monster Hunter Wilds.
Official product render of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE Plus.

We just got our first look at the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE+

The first renders and videos of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ give us a peek at a mid-range tablet with a flagship-worthy design.
A beam of light.

Google Taara could deliver internet at the speed of light

Google's Taara chip could bring Internet connections to areas previously unreachable by existing technology, with speeds on-par with fiber.
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Sigil brings Dungeons and Dragons to life like never before

Sigil makes the virtual D&D experience feel almost like playing in-person thanks to its beautifully detailed minis, spell effects, and more.
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.