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news Nvidia GeForce NOW adds 007 First Light, World of Tanks HEAT, Starminer, and more

Nvidia GeForce NOW adds 007 First Light, World of Tanks HEAT, Starminer, and more

Nvidia has added another set of games to GeForce NOW, with the final May update bringing support for seven games and one demo across several PC storefronts. The biggest addition is 007 First Light, IO Interactive’s new James Bond game, which is now supported through Steam, Epic Games Store, and Xbox on the Microsoft Store. The update also brings World of Tanks: HEAT, Starminer,
news Witchaven 1 and 2 are being delisted soon, but there is still time to buy them cheap

Witchaven 1 and 2 are being delisted soon, but there is still time to buy them cheap

Witchaven and Witchaven 2 are being removed from storefronts on June 15, giving players only a short window to buy the retro shooters before they disappear. Both games are currently available on Steam and GOG with heavy discounts, making this a better handled delisting than some recent cases where games vanished with little warning or no sale. The two games originally launched in 1995
news Steam Deck client update improves settings, Remote Play, and Steam Controller support

Steam Deck client update improves settings, Remote Play, and Steam Controller support

Valve has released a new Steam Deck client update that brings several fixes from the beta branch into the main client. The update improves the Steam Controller experience, refreshes the settings layout, fixes Remote Play issues, and adds microphone streaming as an advanced client option. It can be downloaded through the System settings menu on Steam Deck. The biggest focus appears to be Steam
news Proton Experimental update fixes Subnautica 2 launch hangs on Steam Deck

Proton Experimental update fixes Subnautica 2 launch hangs on Steam Deck

Valve has released a new Proton Experimental update that fixes several game specific issues on Steam Deck and Linux gaming setups, with Subnautica 2 receiving one of the most useful changes. The update addresses a problem where Subnautica 2 could hang on first launch after installation on some systems, making the game easier to start for players using Proton Experimental. This is a practical
news Legend of Mana and Trials of Mana arrive on GOG with DRM free versions

Legend of Mana and Trials of Mana arrive on GOG with DRM free versions

Square Enix has added Legend of Mana and Trials of Mana to GOG, giving PC players another way to buy and keep two well liked entries from the Mana series. Both games are now available as DRM free releases, which makes this a useful addition for players who care about game ownership and long term preservation. GOG’s main appeal is simple. Unlike most modern
news Gothic 1 Remake physical copies will need a download before offline play

Gothic 1 Remake physical copies will need a download before offline play

Gothic 1 Remake will be playable offline, but physical copy owners will still need an initial download before they can start playing. The detail was confirmed after a player reportedly received a PlayStation 5 physical copy early from THQ Nordic’s official store and found that the game could not be played right away from the disc alone. The official Gothic 1 Remake account later
news NetEase permanently bans nearly 500 Marvel Rivals cheaters after anti cheat rumors spread

NetEase permanently bans nearly 500 Marvel Rivals cheaters after anti cheat rumors spread

NetEase has permanently banned 488 Marvel Rivals accounts after finding players using and promoting unauthorized third party tools. The studio shared the action in a new blog post, where it also pushed back against rumors that the game’s anti cheat system can be disabled through launch parameters. The bans followed a recent weekend update, after NetEase said some players began using what it described
news How to craft a Tadpole in Subnautica 2 Early Access

How to craft a Tadpole in Subnautica 2 Early Access

The Tadpole is one of the most important vehicles you can craft in Subnautica 2 Early Access because it opens up much more of the alien ocean for safe exploration. Before you can build one, you need to scan three Tadpole fragments, build the right base modules, and gather a long list of materials. Once it is ready, the Tadpole makes deeper travel easier
news LEGO Skylines may be Paradox’s next city builder after Korean rating board leak

LEGO Skylines may be Paradox’s next city builder after Korean rating board leak

Paradox Interactive may be preparing an unannounced LEGO themed city building game called LEGO Skylines, according to a new rating from South Korea’s Game Rating and Administration Committee. The listing has not been officially confirmed by Paradox, but Korean ratings have a long history of revealing games before publishers are ready to announce them. If the listing is accurate, LEGO Skylines would likely be
news Square Enix will share new Dragon Quest updates in a 40th anniversary stream

Square Enix will share new Dragon Quest updates in a 40th anniversary stream

Square Enix has confirmed a Dragon Quest 40th anniversary broadcast for May 27, giving fans a short but important look at what comes next for one of Japan’s longest running RPG series. The stream will air at 6 AM PT, 9 AM ET, and 3 PM CET, with both English and Japanese versions planned. The announcement follows an earlier unofficial reveal from Dragon Quest
news 007 First Light review praises IO Interactive’s Bond origin story after a 14 year wait

007 First Light review praises IO Interactive’s Bond origin story after a 14 year wait

007 First Light appears to have delivered the James Bond comeback that fans have been waiting for. After nearly 14 years without a major Bond game, IO Interactive’s new third person action adventure has received strong praise for its story, characters, stealth tools, spy fantasy, and technical performance. Wccftech gave the game an 8.5 out of 10, calling it one of the greatest James
news Grounded leads PlayStation Plus Essential lineup for June as EA Sports FC 26 gets extra time

Grounded leads PlayStation Plus Essential lineup for June as EA Sports FC 26 gets extra time

PlayStation Plus Essential is getting a multiplayer focused lineup for June 2026, with Grounded: Fully Yoked Edition leading the month’s selection. The survival game from Obsidian Entertainment will be available for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 subscribers as part of the new monthly games rollout, joined by Nickelodeon All Star Brawl 2 and Warhammer 40,000: Darktide. Sony revealed the lineup alongside its upcoming Days
news Apple’s first foldable iPhone may avoid hinge trouble, but a PCB issue could still delay it

Apple’s first foldable iPhone may avoid hinge trouble, but a PCB issue could still delay it

Apple’s first foldable iPhone, reportedly called the iPhone Ultra, may not be facing the hinge problem that recently appeared in rumors. A new claim from Weibo based tipster Fixed Focus Digital says the device is not struggling with a rattling hinge. Instead, Apple is reportedly dealing with a production bottleneck tied to the phone’s printed circuit board, which could become a bigger issue if
news Remedy’s new CEO says he wants to protect the studio’s identity, not change it

Remedy’s new CEO says he wants to protect the studio’s identity, not change it

Remedy Entertainment’s new CEO Jean Charles Gaudechon is trying to calm concerns from fans who worry his past at EA could change what makes the studio special. Gaudechon joined Remedy earlier this year after former CEO Tero Virtala stepped down in 2025 following the financial failure of FBC Firebreak. His appointment drew attention because he previously spent several years in EA’s executive ranks, a