About 600 workers at Activision Publishing, owned by Microsoft, have formed the largest video game workers' union in the US, with Microsoft pledging neutrality on the vote.
Best Buy is currently offering up to 50% off on over 70 PlayStation 5 games, including popular titles like God of War: Ragnarok, The Last of Us Part 1, and Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart.
MSI is entering the handheld Windows gaming PC market with the MSI Claw, the first device of its kind from a major company to feature Intel-based hardware, and it is available for preorder now starting at $700.
Activision Quality Assurance United, the first union to form at Activision since its acquisition by Microsoft, consisting of around 600 quality assurance workers, has successfully voted to unionize with the Communications Workers of America (CWA), becoming the largest video game worker union in the United States.
LEGO Fortnite has introduced new building kits in their Item Shop, but fans are unhappy that these kits are locked behind a paywall and can only be purchased with V-Bucks.
Helldivers 2 game director Johan Pilestedt defends the recent balance patch, explaining that the railgun's changes were intentional to make it a risk/reward weapon for high tier play, with decreased armor penetration in safe mode but still effective in unsafe mode.
CAD files for the iPhone 16 Pro have been leaked, revealing potential design changes such as a slightly larger size, thinner bezels, and the inclusion of a Capture Button, while maintaining the familiar three-lens rear camera array and potentially featuring a 5X telephoto camera and a 3,355mAh battery.
Dataminers have uncovered hints suggesting that the independent Japanese studio Good-Feel may be the developer behind the game Princess Peach: Showtime, but Nintendo has chosen not to reveal this information, sparking confusion among fans and raising questions about the company's transparency in crediting its partners.
iOS 18 is rumored to include new generative AI features, RCS support for improved messaging between iPhones and Android devices, and possible design changes, with an expected announcement at WWDC in June and release in September.
Electronic Arts has added nine classic games, including Dungeon Keeper Gold, SimCity 3000, and The Saboteur, to Steam, making them easier to play on devices like the Steam Deck.
The M3 MacBook Air models offer notable upgrades in CPU and GPU performance compared to previous models, making it worth considering for those with an older model or looking for a new solution, especially for more system-intensive tasks.
Former gaming executive Peter Moore predicts the end of console gaming as we know it, with the rise of cloud technology and streaming leading to a more digital and hardware-free future for gaming.
Google's smallest AI model, Nano, will not be available on the Pixel 8 due to hardware limitations, despite running on high-end smartphones like the Pixel 8 Pro.
Nintendo is keeping the identity of the studio that developed Princess Peach: Showtime a secret, despite data mining suggesting that it is likely Good-Feel, a trusted third-party studio that has worked with Nintendo before.
Apple has reversed its decision and allowed Epic Games to bring Fortnite and its own game store back to iPhones and iPads in Europe, following pressure from European regulators and the deadline for compliance with the Digital Markets Act.
Game developer Rare is set to release a mid-season update for Sea of Thieves that will include an anti-cheat system and subscription-free solo play, as well as a preview of upcoming content in celebration of the game's sixth anniversary.
Android 15 may include a satellite messaging service, potentially provided by T-Mobile, allowing users to send and receive text messages without cellular or Wi-Fi connection, with the aim to combat dead zones and improve emergency services.
Mechs have been added to Helldivers 2, but server errors are causing issues for players trying to access the game.
Snoring can be a sign of underlying health issues, and it is important to address it if it is affecting your sleep or causing other symptoms such as gasping for breath or chest pain.
Warner Bros Discovery may be removing the entire catalog of Adult Swim games from Steam, as multiple developers have reported receiving notices that their games will be retired and delisted within 60 days.
Around 150,000 Fortinet FortiOS and FortiProxy secure web gateway systems worldwide are vulnerable to a critical security issue (CVE-2024-21762) that allows code execution without authentication, with the majority of affected devices located in the United States.
The release of the new Exosuit mechs in Helldivers 2 has caused login and connection issues due to a high volume of players trying to acquire them at the same time, but the developer is working to resolve the problem.
Google has introduced a new feature for its Gemini AI that allows users to edit and refine inaccurate responses generated by the chatbot.
The speaker apologizes for their previous behavior and credits their positive changes to an update on the VisionOS, making them look more human-like.
Players in Helldivers 2 quickly unlocked mechs 4x faster than the developers anticipated, causing server issues as the community eagerly sought to acquire the new robots.
QNAP has issued a warning about vulnerabilities in its NAS software products that could be exploited by attackers to gain access to devices and compromise data, including an authentication bypass, command injection, and SQL injection, and urges users to update their firmware to address the flaws and avoid exposing NAS devices to the internet.
Security researchers have discovered that hackers can use a fake Tesla WiFi network to steal login information and set up a new phone key, allowing them to potentially steal the owner's car.
Activision has named the Backbone as the official controller partner for Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile, offering players the option to simulate a traditional controller on their phones, with additional perks available for Backbone+ subscribers.
Motorola is preparing to launch its new flagship smartphone in the Edge series, the Edge 50 Pro, which is rumored to feature a sleek design, high-end specifications, and fast-charging capabilities that rival Samsung and Apple's current-gen flagship phones.
Google's latest AI models, including Gemini Nano, will not be compatible with the smaller Pixel 8 due to unspecified hardware limitations, raising questions about the promised AI capabilities of the flagship smartphone.
Apple has reversed its ban on Epic Games, allowing the maker of "Fortnite" to launch its own app store on iOS in Europe, following pressure from European Union officials investigating the matter.
During the Discover Samsung Spring sale, customers who trade in a used device and activate a Galaxy S24 through one of the Big Three carriers can receive a free storage boost to 256GB and up to $800 in trade-in credit, effectively making the flagship phone 100% free.
The Women's Day Sale on Steam offers discounts on games developed by women and marginalized gender identities, including titles such as En Garde!, Unpacking, Call of the Sea, Haven, Slay the Princess, Signalis, and Videoverse.
Helldivers 2 developers faced backlash from the game's community over a patch that introduced unbalanced changes, leading to snarky comments from developers and CEO Johan Pilestedt expressing disappointment in their behavior.
Apple has reversed its decision to shut down Epic Games' developer account in the European Union and has reinstated the account after Epic Games committed to following the rules and abiding by Apple's DMA policies.
Warner Bros. Discovery is set to remove 16 games from its Adult Swim Games subsidiary and has refused to transfer ownership to the original developers, resulting in the loss of player progress, fan content, and Kickstarter access.
The upcoming iPad Air models are rumored to feature a landscape front camera, following the design change introduced in the iPad 10.
Adult Swim Games is delisting its indie titles, leaving developers blindsided and without support from the company, leading to concerns about the games' future availability to players and the impact on developers' revenue.
Writer Kazushige Nojima expressed regret over how the relationship between Aerith and Tifa was portrayed in the original Final Fantasy 7 game, but saw the Remake and Rebirth as opportunities to rectify it and properly showcase their friendship.
MIT researchers have confirmed the practicality and economic viability of a magnet-based design for fusion energy, potentially revolutionizing the cost and size of fusion reactors.
Developer Chandler Wood has clarified that the upcoming free update for the bestselling game Hogwarts Legacy will include "additional updates and features," but he indicated that fans should not expect a major expansion.
Porsche and Overwatch are collaborating in Season 10 to introduce a new Legendary D.Va skin inspired by the all-new Macan Electric.
Porsche is collaborating with Overwatch 2 to introduce new skins and cosmetics, including a D.Va skin inspired by the Porsche Macan, creating a sleek and cool look for the popular character.
Following discussions with Epic Games, Apple has reinstated the developer account, allowing Epic to bring the Epic Games Store to the EU and bring back Fortnite to iOS in Europe.
Apple has released new MacBook Air models featuring the M3 chip, improved microphones, and more versatile external display support, with reports suggesting a future upgrade to OLED display technology.
iOS 18 is rumored to include two new accessibility features: Adaptive Voice Shortcuts, which will allow users to launch accessibility settings with their voice, and a new "Categories" section for organizing frequently used phrases in the Live Speech feature; macOS 15 might also expand text-size adjustability support to five more apps.
Toyota Engineering Society has created a motorbike that brings the Pokémon Violet legendary to life with light-up eyes, back-arching handles, and a metallic finish, although it is unclear if the bike will ever be available for the public.
After 3,811 days, players can finally drive the indestructible train in GTA Online, but only in a specific mission, leaving fans wondering if train driving will ever become a permanent open-world feature.
The recently released Helldivers 2 mech gameplay showcases the powerful EXO-45 Patriot Exosuit, requiring a Rank 25 Helldiver and 20,000 Requisition Slips, for spreading democracy in the game.
The system requirements for Ghost of Tsushima on PC are expected to include a minimum of Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 or AMD Radeon 5500 XT paired with an Intel Core i3 8100 or AMD Ryzen 3 1300X, and a recommended Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 or AMD Radeon RX 6800 GPU with an Intel Core i7 9700 or AMD Ryzen 7 3700X, alongside 16GB of RAM and an SSD for storage.