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New data shatters stereotypes about who plays video games

𝄜 May 7th, 2026 3:54am PDT About two‑thirds of Americans play video games. New data shows who today’s gamers really are — and why the industry now dwarfs movies.

Is the PlayStation Portal worth buying in 2026?

𝄜 May 7th, 2026 2:47am PDT The PlayStation Portal wasn't the most useful device in the world when it launched. But has that changed in the current era of gaming and pricey consoles?

Games we still can’t wait to play in 2026

𝄜 May 4th, 2026 8:03am PDT We're off to a great start, but we thought we would highlight all the remaining games we can't wait to play in 2026.

Take note Xbox, exclusives are the main reason people buy video game consoles

𝄜 April 30th, 2026 9:51pm PDT A new consumer survey has highlighted the main reason why people buy video game consoles, and it should be a surprise to no one.

Valve's £85 Steam Controller divides gamers ahead of May launch

𝄜 April 27th, 2026 8:47pm PDT The pad will be compatible with PCs, Valve's handheld console, the Steam Deck as well as its upcoming gaming PC.

Steam Controller Price, Release Date, and Specs Officially Revealed

𝄜 April 27th, 2026 7:46am PDT Valve finally breaks its silence on its latest gamepad as it prepares to drop into the competitive hardware market very soon.

The upcoming Steam Controller just got a price leak treatment, and oh boy!

𝄜 April 26th, 2026 2:02pm PDT A YouTuber uploaded a video too early, and the Steam Controller’s $99.99 price slipped out. The video vanished fast, but not before the internet caught it.

'Final Fantasy XIV' Is Coming to the Nintendo Switch 2, Square Enix Confirms

𝄜 April 24th, 2026 1:06pm PDT Square Enix has confirmed that Final Fantasy XIV is coming to the Nintendo Switch 2, expanding access for gamers who want to try the game.

Steam Controller review - another essential gaming PC hardware addition from Valve

𝄜 April 24th, 2026 3:04am PDT With its brilliant dual touchpads and easy integration with Steam and Steam Decks, this is a great do-it-all gamepad for HTPCs and reclined gaming.

5 Reasons Why I Chose PC Gaming Over Consoles In 2026

𝄜 April 19th, 2026 1:17am PDT By gaming on a PC, you don't have to pay for a subscription to play online games, can can upgrade your PC as technology improves, and more games are available.

‘The Sims 4’ Marketplace Launches on PlayStation, Xbox, Making UGC Available for the First Time on Consoles (Gaming News Roundup)

𝄜 April 16th, 2026 5:23am PDT PlayStation and Xbox players can access the community-created content of “The Sims 4” in-game Marketplace, beginning April 16.

How to link Fortnite accounts on Xbox, PlayStation, and Switch in 2026

𝄜 February 28th, 2023 12:03pm PST Playing Fortnite across Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, PC, or mobile in 2026? Here’s how to link your Epic Games account, avoid lost progress, and fix common account-linking problems.