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Gaming laptop prices have increased across several major US retailers in November 2026, making it harder to find affordable configurations even as Black Friday approaches. Several laptops that were previously available at lower prices have become more expensive in recent weeks. Some retailers have also raised their regular starting prices, reducing the value of advertised discounts. Despite these changes, a handful of gaming laptops
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IO Interactive has released a free Starter Pack for 007 First Light on Xbox Series X and Series S, allowing players to experience the opening mission of its James Bond adventure without purchasing the full game. The free edition includes the game's introductory mission, Against All Odds, which follows a younger version of James Bond before he earns his license to kill. The announcement
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Rockstar Games has released another collection of 38 screenshots from Grand Theft Auto VI, offering a closer look at the game's characters, environments and visual details ahead of its November 19, 2026, launch. The new collection, titled The Launch Gallery, highlights different scenes from the upcoming open world game, including character interactions and environments that players will encounter during their adventures. The screenshots also
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Shrek 2 Remastered has officially received Steam Deck Verified and Steam Machine Verified status, confirming that the upcoming remake meets Valve's compatibility requirements for both gaming platforms. Developed by Aspyr, the remaster brings back the 2004 action adventure game with updated graphics, additional features and improvements designed for modern hardware. The certification arrives ahead of the game's November 2026 release, allowing players interested in
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Torchlight 2 has received a new beta update that introduces Linux and Steam Deck support, marking the game's first significant beta patch in more than nine years. The update brings several improvements to the action RPG, including better controller functionality, directional audio and changes to interaction prompts. The renewed development activity follows the game's recent acquisition by XD Games, which previously announced plans to
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Obsidian Entertainment has released new beta updates for Pillars of Eternity and Pillars of Eternity 2: Deadfire, introducing native controller support to both role playing games. The updates, released on November 4, 2026, allow players to experience both games using a gamepad instead of relying on keyboard and mouse controls. This is particularly useful for Steam Deck owners, as both titles already perform well
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Valve has introduced new requirements for developers publishing games on Steam, including a mandatory step that requires them to launch and run their games through the Steam client for at least five minutes before release. The change is part of an updated Steam release checklist intended to prevent technical problems that could affect customers downloading newly published games. Although Valve has not directly linked
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Apple is reportedly preparing for a significant increase in MacBook Neo shipments in 2027, with the company asking suppliers to prepare for as many as 16 million units. The forecast follows strong demand for the affordable MacBook, which launched in March 2026 at $599 before a subsequent price increase raised its starting price to $699. Industry estimates suggest Apple could ship nearly 8 million
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Researchers have developed an experimental biological computer that uses living bacteria to solve mathematical problems, demonstrating an alternative approach to conventional electronic computing. The project, led by an international research team involving McGill University, uses microorganisms such as E. coli and Vibrio natriegens to explore multiple possible solutions simultaneously. Unlike traditional processors, which rely on electronic circuits, the experimental system uses microscopic channels to
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Motorola has introduced the Signature 27, a premium Android smartphone featuring Qualcomm's latest flagship processor, a 200MP telephoto camera and a large 7,000mAh battery. Priced at $1,599.99, the device is positioned against high end smartphones from Samsung, Apple and Google. The Signature 27 was first revealed in September 2026, with Motorola now confirming its specifications, pricing and availability. Preorders will begin on November 19,