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007 First Light was never meant to retell the story of an established James Bond. IO Interactive says its upcoming spy game was planned from the beginning as an origin story, built around a younger version of the character who is still learning how to become the agent players know from films and novels. The decision was a major part of the studio’s original

Rockstar Games has released a brief new look at Vice City in Grand Theft Auto 6, giving fans another glimpse of the game’s detailed open world ahead of its November 19, 2026 launch. The footage appears on the game’s updated website and shows the city at sunset, with boats moving across the water, helicopters flying above the skyline, and a densely built waterfront glowing

Sonic Pico Park is bringing Sega’s famous blue mascot into a very different kind of game, and the developers behind the crossover admit that taking responsibility for such a major franchise was not easy. Pico Park president Shintarou Shimazu says the project carried real pressure because Sonic is one of gaming’s most recognisable characters, while Pico Park is made by a much smaller independent

DigitalCitizen has obtained details of the next-gen Samsung Watch, and this time the leak gives us the clearest picture yet of Samsung's next smartwatch generation. The list covers two product lines, the new Galaxy Watch 9 and the second-generation Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, along with the sizes, colors, and connectivity options Samsung is preparing for launch. We have spent some time mapping the codes

DigitalCitizen has exclusively obtained details of Samsung's next wave of foldables, and the picture is bigger than anyone expected. A fresh batch of model numbers landed in our inbox, and after spending some time decoding them, three things became very clear. Samsung is launching a fresh Galaxy Z Flip 8, an updated Galaxy Z Fold 8, and for the first time, a new Galaxy

Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 is set to give players far more freedom over how they build their four-person squads, with extensive class customization, new elemental damage types, and stronger incentives to coordinate loadouts before entering dangerous missions. The sequel is expanding on the co-op structure of the first game by allowing players to shape every class around different weapons, abilities, and damage effects. Even

Gaming headsets can become expensive quickly, especially when brands add premium features that many players may not need. NUBWO is taking a different approach with its G06 wireless headset and HG04L wired headset, focusing on practical gaming features, broad device support, and lower prices. The NUBWO G06 is designed for players who use more than one gaming platform. It supports PC, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch,

Sonic the Hedgehog is celebrating its 35th anniversary in 2026, but Sonic Team head Takashi Iizuka is already thinking about where the franchise could be another 35 years from now. He does not expect to still be working on Sonic at that point, yet he hopes he will still be around to play whatever the next generation of developers creates. Iizuka has spent much

Activision has lowered the price of Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 downloadable content on Xbox and PC, just weeks before both classic shooters are expected to arrive on PlayStation 5. The changes reduce the cost of individual DLC packs from $15 to $10 and cut each game’s Season Pass from $50 to $30. The price adjustments do

Three newer indie games are performing strongly in the Xbox Store’s Top Paid charts, with Escape the Backrooms taking the number one position ahead of major releases such as EA Sports FC 26, 007 First Light and Forza Horizon 6. The chart position is notable because Escape the Backrooms is included with Xbox Game Pass, yet it is still attracting enough paid purchases to

ASUS has suggested that the upcoming ROG Xbox Ally X20 will be a premium gaming handheld with a price to match. The device has no confirmed release date or retail cost yet, but comments from the company indicate that rising component prices could push it well above the cost of current handheld gaming PCs. The ROG Xbox Ally X20 was revealed earlier this month

Forza Horizon 6 has received a new hotfix on Xbox and PC that removes two major credit farming exploits, restores The Eliminator mode, and gives every player a free 2021 McLaren Sabre. The update also adjusts rewards in selected modes to stop players from using Auto Drive to earn large amounts of credits without actively racing. The hotfix arrived on June 18 and focuses

Xbox Summer Sale 2026 is expected to begin in mid July, although Microsoft has not announced an official start date yet. Based on the timing of recent Xbox Summer Sales, the main event could start on July 16 or July 23 and run for around two weeks, bringing major discounts on digital games, add-ons, and premium editions across the Xbox Store. The sale is

Xbox Demo Fest 2026 has been running since June 4, and players are already showing clear interest in a wide mix of upcoming games. More than 40 demos are available during the event, but several titles have moved ahead as the most popular downloads on the Xbox Store. The current list includes shooters, co-op games, roguelikes, simulators, puzzle platformers, and retro-inspired adventures. That variety

EVE Frontier may eventually become playable on Steam Deck, as developers are already experimenting with the game on Valve’s handheld. Nothing has been confirmed yet, but the team has said that internal Steam Deck tests are underway and that the game’s built-in controller support makes handheld compatibility more realistic than it would be for EVE Online. EVE Frontier is a survival sandbox spin-off set

Fanatical’s Movember Father’s Day Charity Bundle offers 11 Steam Deck compatible games for $13, combining well known multiplayer titles, management games, action adventures, and smaller indie releases in one package. The bundle is especially appealing for handheld players because every included game is listed as either Playable or Verified for Steam Deck. The collection also supports charity, giving the deal an extra reason to

Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days has officially earned Steam Deck Verified status, confirming that the zombie survival game works well on Valve’s handheld without requiring major setup or controller adjustments. The new rating makes it easier for Steam Deck owners to buy the game with confidence, especially because its slower tactical gameplay fits portable sessions well. The 2.5D survival horror game focuses on

Humble’s new June 2unes Bundle gives rhythm game fans a chance to pick up nine music focused titles for as little as $5, with the complete collection available for $12. The bundle includes well known games such as Trombone Champ, Thumper, Spin Rhythm XD, and Everhood 2, while most of the included titles are already marked as Playable or Verified for Steam Deck. The

Valve has released a small SteamOS update that fixes a frustrating Desktop Mode issue on the Steam Deck. SteamOS 3.8.11 restores access to the virtual keyboard at the Desktop Mode lock screen, allowing affected players to enter their password and unlock the system again. The update is limited in scope, but the fix is important. A missing virtual keyboard can leave players unable to

The PNY GeForce RTX 5080 Slim OC delivers the high-end gaming performance expected from an RTX 5080 while using a rare two slot cooler design. It is a strong option for buyers who want powerful 4K gaming hardware without filling their system with an oversized three slot graphics card. Most modern partner GPUs have become increasingly large, even when their cooling requirements do not