Xbox is closing down Ninja Theory, the studio behind the Hellblade series, a source tells The Verge. Staffers were told on a call on Monday about the closure.
Microsoft’s new Xbox chief is getting ready to improve Game Pass pricing. A leaked memo suggests that a “better value equation” is coming soon.
Valve has raised the price of the Steam Deck OLED, with the 1TB model jumping to $949, and the 512GB version now costing $789.
Microsoft is returning to the Xbox division internally, instead of Microsoft Gaming. It’s part of a “return to Xbox” from the new Xbox CEO.
Summer Game Fest Live, the annual gaming showcase from Geoff Keighley, takes place on June 5th at 5PM ET. Here’s our coverage of the biggest announcements.
Consensus and genre labels aren't reliable predictors of what you'll enjoy.
The anniversary-edition console includes an Xbox button that lights up green and a translucent green controller.
After millions in NFT sales, the hyped “play to earn” game was effectively dead in weeks.
Valve has announced the price and release date of the Steam Machine PC.
Valve is releasing the Steam Controller on May 4th for $99. It was originally designed alongside the Steam Machine, but will now launch separately.
Believe it or not, Microsoft appears to be rebranding Xbox.
Rockstar Games has announced how much GTA VI will cost, with preorders starting on June 25th on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.
Great White is doing well after flipping before the Kentucky Derby, throwing his jockey and getting scratched minutes before the Triple Crown race, trainer John Ennis said.
Sony’s next State of Play showcase airs on June 2nd and will feature major PS5 reveals, including the new Wolverine game.
This pricey cube won’t win any console wars — but could it rise above them?
With Valve raising the starting price of the Steam Deck gaming handheld to $789, handhelds aren’t just getting more expensive — they’re out of reach for many.
Valve imported roughly 13 tons of “VR headsets” into the United States on June 10th, according to import records, not to mention Steam Machines.
The source of the leak appears to be an unencrypted Steam preload.
Nintendo is raising the price of its Switch 2 console globally, “in light of changes in market conditions,” jacking it up to $500 in the US.
The months ahead of GTA’s November launch are becoming increasingly crowded.
Nintendo is planning to launch versions of Switch 2 hardware in the EU that will let users easily replace the battery in order to comply with a new regulation.
Nintendo aired its latest Nintendo Direct on June 9th, showcasing upcoming games for the Switch 2 and the original Switch.
Life is Strange developer Don’t Nod has a new sci-fi adventure game called Aphelion that provides a nice counterpoint to blockbusters Pragmata and Saros.
You can get a deal on the latest James Bond game, 007 First Light, at Costco and Fanatical, which saves you up to $10 depending on the platform.
Valve is making its SteamOS Linux distribution compatible with more desktop hardware, including Nvidia graphics, so you can build your own Steam Machine.
And it’s using Intel’s custom Arc G3 Extreme handheld gaming chip.
Nintendo has raised the price of the Switch 2, which portends a bleak future for video game consoles like the Xbox and PS5.
Zero Parades: For Dead Spies is the follow-up to classic RPG Disco Elysium, but the latest from studio ZA/UM struggles to differentiate itself.
Nintendo held a surprise Nintendo Direct presentation, where it announced a new Star Fox game for the Switch 2.
Civ 7’s devs talk walking back the game's most controversial decision.
Nintendo’s lineup of upcoming Switch 2 games is dominated by two major remakes: Star Fox and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.
Golden Tempo went from being last in a field of 18 horses in the Kentucky Derby three-quarters of a mile into the race to winning it by a neck.
The developer has said pre-sales of the hugely anticipated game will begin on 25 June.
Europe, Australia, and Asia can still get it while the getting's good.
Microsoft’s new Xbox CEO, Asha Sharma, has started to make her mark. From prioritizing console features to making big decisions, it’s part of a “return of Xbox.”
Sony is discounting a host of PS5 games as part of its latest Days of Play promo. You can also save on Govee’s Lightwall and the Switch port of Red Dead Redemption.
Square Enix has shared details about the third game in the FFVII trilogy.
PlayStation used its June 2026 State of Play to showcase premium single-player titles like Wolverine and God of War as it retreats from live-service games.
Microsoft wraps up Summer Game Fest with its annual gaming showcase.
The Charging Grip sticks a 10,000mAh battery to the back of the handheld while making the Joy-Cons easier to hold.
Bungie’s final Destiny 2 update will be released on June 9th. The game will still be playable after the update is available.
Sprite-based graphics architecture makes first-person 3D a challenge.
Microsoft is getting ready to bundle Xbox Game Pass with Discord Nitro. A more limited “Starter Edition” is on the way.
Plus: Mortal Kombat II, Billie Eilish’s concert film, Mixtape, and more in this week’s Installer newsletter
Rockstar has said physical copies of the game will contain a code for a digital download for the game.
Valve says it's using a randomized purchase queue to make the experience "less frustrating and more fair."
Nintendo stock dipped Wednesday, closing at its lowest price in a month and erasing gains it made last month after the surprise success of “Pokémon Pokopia.”
Valve's new hardware is solid but might not justify its $99 price.
Nintendo said the price of the Switch 2 in the U.S. will rise from $449.99 to $499.99. In Japan, Nintendo will hike the price from 49,980 yen to 59,980 yen.
Microsoft is adjusting Game Pass pricing. Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass prices are dropping, but no more new Call of Duty games at launch.
