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What do you mean I can't use the same magic sword?View the full article

We might have had our first look at the Asus ROG Ally 2, and in turn the rumored Xbox gaming handheld, courtesy of a new leak. Images of two devices have appeared, along with specs, and they suggest that Asus is preparing new high-end and mid-range handhelds, with both sporting a radical new grip design. Asus will be targeting the Steam Deck and its position as the best handheld gaming PC with both of these leaked devices. While rumors of an Xbox handheld are strong, this leak hints at Asus' plan being to simply release the ROG Ally 2 with one model sporting a dedicated Xbox button. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Grab an Asus ROG Ally and save $120 in this genuinely stunning handheld deal Asus' clever new anti-sag graphics card tech could save your gaming GPU I need this Doom The Dark Ages RTX 5080 graphics card right now View the full article For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Two new Intel gaming CPUs have just had a massive drop in price, with nearly 25% being wiped off the cost of an Intel Core Ultra 7 265K on Amazon. Originally launched at a price of $394, the CPU is now going for $294.99, just six months after it first came out. I originally gave this CPU a mediocre score of 5/10 in my Intel Core Ultra 7 265K review, as it had a serious bottleneck in several of our game tests, and it was too expensive for the performance it provided. However, with a huge price drop, as well as a free new performance increase from the new 200S Boost overclocking mode, this Intel CPU is starting to look more competitive. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Your future Intel gaming CPU upgrade could have water cooling gear built into it Intel could be cooking up a new high-end Battlemage gaming GPU to take on Nvidia Intel just boosted the performance of MSI Claw 8 AI+ handhelds by 10% for free View the full article

The Humble Choice games for May 2025 are here, and despite there being no big triple-A titles, there are still eight quite incredible games on offer. This month focuses on games from indie developers, all of which are worth your time and run great on the Steam Deck. Better still, by jumping on this month's games, you'll save over $250 against the total MSRP of the games when purchased individually, the biggest saving of any month so far in 2025. If you've got one of the best gaming handheld PCs, whether it's Valve's Steam Deck or an alternative like the ROG Ally X, these games will all work great. In recent months, some titles have been Unsupported or needed workarounds to play properly on the Steam Deck, but this month we have five Verified games and three Playable ones. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Grab brutal survival game Frostpunk at 92% off in this management sim bundle Ahead of Doom The Dark Ages, the earlier games are 85% off Be quick and grab twisted soulslike RPG Grime for under $2 View the full article

I feel like it's one of those abstract, fluid unquantifiables - what makes one FPS game feel good versus another? I know when I play it. Doom. Half-Life. FEAR. Trepang2. But I still can't fully reverse engineer the dynamics. With that in mind, Pigface - despite its grim, sleazy, DV-camera aesthetic - is ever so slightly magical. It's a horrible game criticism cliche, and it doesn't tell you enough, but at the same time, I know you know what I mean when I say that the shooting here feels great. Somewhere between the GoldSrc classics of Valve's heyday and the brutality of Hotline Miami and Rockstar's Manhunt, armed with a new publisher, Pigface is definitely one to watch. Read the rest of the story... View the full article

The Dark Brotherhood questline should've taught me betterView the full article

So Grand Theft Auto 6 is finally, actually happening. After shadow-dropping the second trailer for the game yesterday morning and breaking the internet, the dust has settled—and realizations are setting in. Yesterday was a bit of a whirlwind. I've had Rockstar Games' Twitter notifications on for months waiting for this exact news, so I was prepared for it. What I wasn't prepared for, however, was how my mentions would be totally overwhelmed for the day after posting an innocuous musing about how the main characters likely won't be getting a happy ending, as is Rockstar's modus operandi of late. The blooming love story between GTA 6's lead characters, Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos, seems doomed from the get-go, and most people can agree with that fact, since the crime-doing duo seem heavily inspired by Bonnie and Clyde (it very famously did not end well for them). But beyond that, everyone seems to be struggling to come to an agreement on just how that love story will end. "Jason and Lucia have always known the deck is stacked against them," GTA 6's synopsis reads. "But when an easy score goes wrong, they find themselves on the darkest side of the sunniest place in America, in the middle of a criminal conspiracy stretching across the state of Leonida — forced to rely on each other more than ever if they want to make it out alive." Yeah, it's gonna get bad, and it seems like everyone is already preparing for the worst. [Hidden Content] Just over a day since posting my tweet speculating how players will have to choose between the lovebirds, it clocked in 174,000 views, over 350 reposts, nearly 8,000 likes, and almost 100 replies of people who have their own thoughts about how things might, should, and could end between the two. It's not exactly super viral, but it's a big one for me, and so I've been having a great time reading everything. It's all silly conjecture about a game that's over a year away from launching (and unfortunately, may get delayed again), but the topic is hotter than Vice City in the summer, with no shortage of opinions coming in from across the apps. We haven't even seen gameplay yet, but when it comes to this unfathomably hot couple that has been described as "********* panic," that doesn't matter. What I can gather from wading through my replies is that, if GTA 6 comes down to a choice on who survives like in GTA 5's ending, then Jason, my boy, you're cooked. Lucia is a hottie, a cutie with a booty, a salacious Latina who has captured the hearts and wandering minds of everyone online. Image via Rockstar Games I found several funny memes about how players would not think twice about offing Jason to protect Lucia, and I'm inclined to agree. Lucia is bad bad, and as one person said, "too hot to did." But I'd be lying if I said Jason wasn't a smoke show either, even if he's not my own personal particular thing. They are both red hot. As one person so eloquently put it, "this game was made for bisexuals." Many others are sick to their stomachs about even entertaining the thought of killing either one of them, like one person who said "I'll kill myself before letting anything happen to either one of them." Another chimed in with how they are "definitely killing the white man and saving the thick Latina," telling gamers "sue me early." One of the most popular theories I keep seeing is that Jason is an undercover cop and will ****** over Lucia in the end, while others think Lucia will be forced to turn on Jason for some reason. But in the court of public opinion after trailer two, Jason is stacking L's. Here's some of my other favorites about how Jason will be buried if given the choice: "obviously jason so lucia can **** out please be honest with yourself""And I know she will tell everyone how much he meant to her""we will be attending jason’s ******** if it gives a choice""Easy choice -- he's BONES lmao.""I’m killing the man 0 hesitations.""why tf he got his shoes on while in bed dirty **** cracka""legit not even blinking or giving it a single thought if this is the case, we will be attending Jason’s ******** in the post credits lmfao. I am NOT letting her die" A lot of gamers are already torn on the idea and are hoping for a secret third option where they both live because they already feel an attachment to the two of them. And with just two trailers and a handful of screenshots released thus far, that's saying a lot. Image via Rockstar Games There's always the chance for a happy ending where the couple rides off into the sunset (not likely), or they go out and die together in a romantic blaze of grimy glory (very possible), but for now, all we can do is sit and discuss and wait for the truth to be revealed next year. We are 384 days away from the currently-scheduled launch of GTA 6. Keep those theories and wants coming. Update on May 7, 2:57pm CT: Well, actually! Rockstar Games has now confirmed that the trailer is "comprised of equal parts gameplay and cutscenes" while being captured entirely on a PS5. [Hidden Content] The post Lucia’s a baddie and Jason’s probably dead: The internet is convinced it knows the fate of GTA 6’s protagonists appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

Although video game soundtracks rarely climb the Billboard charts, some defy the odds, from Minecraft's eerie serenity to Cuphead's brassy swagger. Now, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 ascends with artistic force, captivating listeners beyond gaming and proving that music born in pixels can echo far beyond the screen. A glance at the Billboard Classical Albums chart reveals Expedition 33 proudly at number one, and rightfully so. Beyond its gripping story and fun-filled turn-based RPG mechanics, the soundtrack stands out as unforgettable. The main menu alone drew in so many players, myself included, with its captivating tone. I've found myself humming its theme all week, immersed in the haunting vocals and the delicate arrangement of strings. Screenshot via Billboard What makes this triumph even more impressive is the serendipitous journey of Lorien Testard, the composer behind Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. His path to the project began in the most unexpected way—by sharing his SoundCloud compositions on a video game forum. There, Guillaume Broche, Game Director of Sandfall Interactive, discovered Testard's work, setting the stage for a fortuitous collaboration that would define the soundtrack of Expedition 33. It just goes to show how anything can happen in the video game industry, even if it starts off as a simple conversation on a forum. Testard's own journey through the world of video games has profoundly influenced his approach to composing. On the official Expedition 33 page, he mentions that The Legend of Zelda features one of the most "unforgettable soundtracks." I can certainly see the inspiration behind this in Expedition 33, where echoes of that iconic score can be felt in the sweeping melodies and richly layered orchestration. But, of course, Testard adds his own unique spin to the world of music, and I reckon his work may inspire other virtuosos in future projects. Considering that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has claimed the number one spot on Billboard's Classical Albums, it's certainly a strong contender for Best Score and Music at the Game Awards. Heck, I would even argue it has the potential to take home the crown for Game of the Year, though there's still plenty of time left before 2025 draws to a close. With the year unfolding, the journey of Expedition 33 is far from over, and it will be exciting to see just how much more it leaves its mark on the world of gaming and music. The post This beautifully crafted, tearjerking RPG is now making its mark on the Billboard charts appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

HoYoverse's wildly popular gacha action RPG Genshin Impact now displays how much you'll spend to guarantee pulling a character, and some of the rarer ones may reach almost $500. Gacha systems trade in-game currency for a chance to acquire in-game content, playable characters in Genshin Impact's case. The monetization system keeps Genshin free-to-play, but has been particularly controversial for its often obfuscated prices, which are no longer as hidden for U.S. players. View the full article

It's never a dull moment in The Sims 4, as there are always aspirations to achieve and challenges to complete. However, the wealth of challenges can really open up when diving into unofficial options. With over a decade of history behind it, The Sims 4 has plenty of community-driven content to enjoy. View the full article

Sony have announced a new PlayStation studio made up of former developers of Destiny, Halo, League Of Legends, Fortnite, and Roblox, plus a few industry newcomers. Called teamLFG - where "LFG" stands for Looking For Group, not the other, naughty phrase you're thinking of - they're based in Bellevue, Washington, and are dedicated to "exceptional action-based gameplay, moment-to-moment game feel, and richly social virtual worlds". Uuuuuurrrgh. Their first project is a "comedic" and "lighthearted" team-based action game set in a new science-fantasy universe. The PlayStation blogpost announcing all this is a wearying paean to an idea of the live service game that dates back to the original Destiny in 2014. It's written in the style of a cyborg that is trying to remember how to love. There is, however, a spark of eccentricity at the end that makes the labour of being preached to about engagement processes worthwhile: the team claim to be inspired by "frog-type games". What is a frog-type game? A Frogger homage? A real estate sim about Finishing Rooms Over Garages? Did they just misspell "frag", perhaps? The mind froggles. Read more View the full article

I'll take any old scrap at this pointView the full article

One of the Nightlords, Gladius, is getting even tougherView the full article

Is Gears of War Reloaded on Game Pass? Perhaps one of the most iconic shooter franchises out there, Gears of War is coming up to its 20th anniversary. To celebrate, the first game is being remastered, introducing the shooter to a brand-new audience. Popularizing the active reload mechanic, the original Gears of War was groundbreaking at the time for its stunning visuals and satisfying gameplay. Gears of War Reloaded marks the second major upgrade to the game after 2015's Ultimate Edition, this time featuring improved graphics, higher frame rates, and cross-platform play. Ahead of the Gears of War Reloaded release date, find out whether you can expect to play this upcoming game with a Game Pass subscription. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Gears of War Reloaded release date, trailers, gameplay, and latest news View the full article

The Diablo 4 Berserk crossover has arrived in Sanctuary, but it proves a rather expensive outing if you're looking to dress up for the occasion. While the legendary manga series created by Kentaro Miura has long inspired many games, including Dark Souls, Elden Ring, Final Fantasy, and Dragon's Dogma, it's now making an official appearance in Blizzard's ongoing ARPG. There are certainly some impressive cosmetics on offer here, but the price tag is leaving a sour taste in the mouth. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: New Diablo 4 hotfix dramatically speeds up Season 8 grind and nerfs event bosses Diablo 4 Season 9 release date Diablo 4's new battle pass system, Reliquaries, is off to a shaky start View the full article

Bethesda's minigame is far more chaotic IRLView the full article

Xbox recently delisted 27 games from European markets, including some fairly well-known titles such as Kena: Bridge of Spirits and Super Meat Boy Forever. The sudden delisting of these games was not announced, so it’s possible that a bug caused these titles to vanish from Xbox storefronts in Europe. View the full article

Halo Infinite's big new summer 2025 update is finally here, bringing with it a ton of new changes and upgrades players won't want to miss, including a new battle pass. Alongside this new pass, players can also test out Halo Infinite's newest weapon, the Mutilator, which blends the melee capabilities of the franchise's iconic Gravity Hammer with the power of a shotgun. All this and more is now live in Halo Infinite, marking an exciting time for one of Microsoft's main live-service titles. View the full article

Every time I come back to Halo Infinite, I'm reminded how good it feels to play. Halo Studios (formerly 343 Industries) nails the sense of weight and movement, and the Spartan power fantasy across the entire experience, but it's especially noticeable in Infinite's multiplayer. The breadth of tools at your disposal makes it one of the best online sandboxes around, and the latest update is a big one. Even with Halo's Unreal Engine future looking incredibly bright, now's the time to give Infinite another shot. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: New Halo Infinite game mode is shooting for Counter-Strike style tactics Ex-Halo and Destiny veteran's new studio "halting work" on debut game The new Halo games could totally fix the broken triple-A industry View the full article

Using the best build for Escoffier in Genshin Impact can significantly improve your performance on the field with her, even if she is specialized in allowing her team to operate while staying off the field per se. Escoffier is a 5-star Cryo character who wields a polearm in battle. Introduced as a playable unit with Version 5.6, Escoffier can operate on two fronts: either dealing Cryo DMG from off the field, which makes her a Cryo sub-DPS, or healing her allies with her Burst. Escoffier’s kit in Genshin Impact allows her to be a hybrid. View the full article For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Anime Saga is an upcoming Roblox game where you dive into different Anime worlds, fight enemies, and build a team of your favorite fighters along the way. The game is scheduled to release on May 12th, and the makers of Multiverse Defenders are developing it. Needless to say, we are excited to play this, and if you are in the same boat, you'll want to keep an eye out through our Official Anime Saga Trello and Discord Links. Anime Sage Relevant Links Screenshot by System Arts Studio All signs point to Anime Saga being a huge game with a lot of content. To help you stay up to date with all that content, you can use the following links: Anime Saga Discord ServerAnime Saga Community GroupAnime Saga Game Page (Coming on May 12th)Anime Saga Trello Board (Coming soon) If you're really hyped about Anime Saga, the best place to start getting early info about the game is the official Discord Server. The official server, System Arts Studio, is actually home to fans of both Multiverse Defenders and the upcoming Anime Saga, so expect to see a lot of chatter about both games. Moving on to the Community Group "System Arts Studio," it's mostly filled with fans of Multiverse Defenders. There's almost no mention of Anime Saga on the Community Group. The group has over 30k members, which is a decent way to find new codes for the two games. Screenshot by System Arts Studio The Anime Saga Game page isn't available yet, so please try not to click on any of the fake games with the same name. We'll add the link to the game as soon as it becomes available. Last but not least, we are expecting great things from the Anime Saga Trello board. If it's anything like the Multiverse Defenders Trello page, it should be filled with almost anything you could wish to know about the game. We'll add the link as soon as the Trello board is live. That's all there is to it. We hope you're as excited as us to play Anime Saga. In the meantime, if you need a similar game to play, check out Arise Crossover. The post Official Anime Saga Trello and Discord Links appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

During the Cheshire Cat's arrival in Disney Dreamlight Valley, the Cheshire Cat Chaos event has introduced four new Dreamlight Duties to complete for some Wonderland-themed rewards. The Calmer of Chaos duty is one of the easier challenges, but takes some time and dedication to finish. Especially since the duty gives you no clues as to how to go about solving it... Read more.View the full article

A newly released patch for Outer Wilds appears to have added a new bug featuring the face of the development studio’s owner. Patch 16 was recently released on Steam, and is described by studio Mobius Digital as a “minor patch” which will be rolling out to all other platforms (except Switch) in late May, The studio has assured non-Steam players that they’re “not missing out” by not having the patch yet because it’s only intended to fix two PC-only bugs and for “adding a couple folks to the credits”. Read More... View the full article

It's Wednesday (as I write this), and PlayStation has a new studio it'd like to you to meet. Come on, don't be shy. They won't bite. Only execs do that. This group of devs that's just been granted full PS studio status goes by teamLFG, and it's working on a multiplayery game that also claims to be inspired by "frog-type games". Read more View the full article

Cough! Splutter! Sneeze! Excuse me, it's mighty dusty in here all of a sudden. Exceedingly dirty alleged leaked images of both the Asus ROG Ally 2 and what could be Microsoft's rumoured "Project Kennan" gaming handheld have burst forth from the tissues of the internet in a shower of dead skin particles and grime. Read more View the full article