Title: Valve’s Steam Machine Could Cost More Than A PS5 Pro Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 19:22:38 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/steam-machine-valve-console-price-ps5-pro-2000643554 The post Valve’s Steam Machine Could Cost More Than A PS5 Pro appeared first on Kotaku.

Title: The Internet Reacts To Valve’s New Steam Machine Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 19:22:08 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/steam-machine-controller-steamos-reaction-price-date-2000643563 The post The Internet Reacts To Valve’s New Steam Machine appeared first on Kotaku.

Title: Valve Is Making A Powerful Steam Console And It’s Only Six Inches Big Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 18:00:49 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/valve-steam-machine-frame-deck-console-controller-announced-2000643535 The post Valve Is Making A Powerful Steam Console And It’s Only Six Inches Big appeared first on Kotaku.

Title: They Changed Bowser Jr’s Eyes In The Mario Galaxy Movie And It’s Freaking People Out Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 17:21:40 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/super-mario-galaxy-movie-bowser-jr-eyes-bloodshot-2000643518 The post They Changed Bowser Jr’s Eyes In <i>The Mario Galaxy Movie</i> And It’s Freaking People Out appeared first on Kotaku.

Title: New Ratchet & Clank Game Announced, But It’s A Mobile Shooter Thing Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 17:13:29 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/new-ratchet-clank-game-announced-but-its-a-mobile-shooter-thing-2000643517 The post New <i>Ratchet & Clank</i> Game Announced, But It’s A Mobile Shooter Thing appeared first on Kotaku.

Title: Arc Raiders has proven that extraction shooters can be popular, with over 4 million copies sold in under two weeks Date: Tue, 11 Nov 2025 11:21:29 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/arc-raiders-four-million-sales-new-peak-concurrent-record It’s pretty clear at this stage that Arc Raiders is one of the biggest launches of 2025. More interesting than the numbers themselves, however, is that this is an extraction shooter - a subgenre which has typically been thought of as niche. Read more

Title: Battlefield 6 patch finally ends the menace of the Lock-Guided Missile, shuts down the Recon Drone Sledgehammer exploit and more Date: Tue, 11 Nov 2025 09:23:21 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/battlefield-6-patch-1-1-1-5-lock-guided-missile-exploit-recon-drone-sledgehammer-fix The next Battlefield 6 update is here. Having gone live just moments ago, update 1.1.1.5 is something of a midseason update, bringing a few quality of life tweaks to the game alongside some key fixes for a few of the issues that cropped up since the launch of Season 1 in late October. Read more

Title: Arc Raiders just keeps breaking its own Steam player records Date: Mon, 10 Nov 2025 11:48:57 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/arc-raiders-steam-concurrent-record-broken-again Arc Raiders just cannot be stopped. The extraction shooter from Embark Studios has once again attracted more players over the weekend than it has in its launch week, and over its first weekend on the market. Read more

Title: Battlefield 6 has finally overhauled Challenges and Assignments so the majority of players can actually unlock those Class Training Paths and weapons Date: Thu, 06 Nov 2025 09:13:44 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/battlefield-6-challenges-assignment-overhaul-update-details Battlefield 6 has just received a server-side update that is bound to make the game’s entire player base happy, or at least those who had been waiting for it to arrive after the developer first discussed plans for it. Read more

Title: The Sims 4's latest free update broadens representation by adding West African-inspired food, clothes, and furniture Date: Wed, 05 Nov 2025 14:12:43 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/the-sims-4-west-african-custom-items-free-update You probably weren’t counting on The Sims 4 dropping an interesting update this late into the year. But there are new reasons to take you away from the busy fall gaming season and get you back into roleplay mode. Read more

Title: WoW Player Housing Finally Arrives December 2 After Decades Of Waiting Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 11:30:00 -0800 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/wow-player-housing-finally-arrives-december-2-after-decades-of-waiting/1100-6536160/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f The two-decade wait for player housing in World of Warcraft is nearly over, as Blizzard has announced housing will launch on December 2 for those who preorder the Midnight expansion.Housing will be launching into what Blizzard is calling "early access"--and will support weekly housing quests but won't have its Neighborhood event system fully online. Players will, however, be able to buy a home, decorate it, design rooms, join Neighborhoods, earn decor through achievements, and craft decor items. Those who don't own Midnight won't be able to purchase a home but will still be able to acquire housing items and decor, should they later decide to upgrade to the new expansion.Patch 11.2.7 packs a punch with...🏘️ Housing early access + weekly quests📖 Midnight’s Prologue Campaign🚀 Revamped experiences for new + returning players And much more! pic.twitter.com/XetLDy5VDe — World of Warcraft (@Warcraft) November 12, 2025 While housing is the big new attraction, and one that players have waited over 20 years for, there are some other new features rounding out the 11.2.7 update. That includes a prologue questline to set up the story of Midnight, a new Lorewalking campaign centered around the origins of the Blood and Void Elves of Azeroth, and a quest chain to unlock Pandaren Heritage armor. The Timewalking event Turbulent Timeways will also make a return, and will for the first time feature dungeons from 2020's Shadowlands expansion.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: How Much Will Steam Machine Cost? Here's What Valve Had To Say About Pricing Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 11:27:00 -0800 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/how-much-will-steam-machine-cost-heres-what-valve-had-to-say-about-pricing/1100-6536161/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f As part of Valve's big hardware announcements today, the company did not disclose a price for the new Steam Machine device. Hardware engineer Yazan Aldehayyat was asked in an interview about what Valve's position is, at a high level, regarding pricing, and Aldehayyat said the aim is to land at a "competitive price" that matches up with the value provided. This is what most companies say about their new products, and Valve is following suit. The aim, he said, is to make it "affordable.""If you're trying to make a PC that has similar features and similar performance, I think the Steam Machine is going to be a really competitive price to that and provide really good value to it," he told IGN.Aldehayyat said affordability is a key concern for many today, maybe more than ever, as inflation ticks up and concerns remain ongoing due to the impact of tariffs.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: Arc Raiders Adds Duo-Queue Matchmaking Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 11:25:00 -0800 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/arc-raiders-adds-duo-queue-matchmaking/1100-6536159/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f Less than two weeks after its official launch, Arc Raiders now has duo matchmaking. Developer Embark Studios quietly tested the feature before fully unveiling it to players and explaining how it works.In a post on Arc Raiders' official site, the devs noted that duo matchmaking "is not a 100% guaranteed system." Solo players and squads are prioritized to play separately, and duos are ideally paired up with other duos, while trios get to play bands of trios. However, Embark warns that "you may at times run into differing constellations of players other than your own."Following up on feedback from fans, Embark will lower the prices on some of the cosmetic items in the store starting on November 13. Anyone who purchased items for their original price will be refunded the difference.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: The Simpsons Treehouse Of Horror Comic Omnibus Trilogy Is 50% Off At Amazon Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 11:22:00 -0800 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/the-simpsons-treehouse-of-horror-comic-omnibus-trilogy-is-50-off-at-amazon/1100-6526320/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f The Simpsons Treehouse of Horror Ominous Omnibus Trilogy $63 (was $125) if you buy all three slipcased hardcovers. See at Amazon Fans of The Simpsons can pick up all three Treehouse of Horror omnibuses for great prices during Amazon's Buy Two, Get One Free Book Sale this week. Volumes 1 and 3 are discounted to $26 each, while Volume 2 is $37. Once you add all three to your cart, an additional $26 will be subtracted from your total. The B2G1 promotion is effectively a half-off sale for the Treehouse of Horror omnibuses since buying all three will only cost you $63 (was $125). The other way to look at it is that you're paying $21 per book--and these are really nice books collecting the entire Treehouse of Horror comic book run.The Simpsons Treehouse of Horror Ominous Omnibus TrilogyContinue Reading at GameSpot

Title: Arc Raiders Guides Hub Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:46:00 -0800 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/arc-raiders-guides-hub/1100-6536157/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f Arc Raiders stormed onto the scene in the fall of 2025 and quickly blew up to become one of the biggest games going. With dozens of quests, a mountainous pile of loot that can overwhelm even advanced players, and the constant push and pull of its PvPvE landscape, it's definitely a game where the best players are often the most informed players. Thankfully, we have dozens of Arc Raiders guides here to shape you into such a raider yourself. Use our guides hub below for all of your Arc Raiders needs.Table of Contents [hide]Getting started in Arc RaidersArc Raiders questsGetting started in Arc RaidersThese guides will help you hit the ground running in Embark's third-person extraction shooter.Arc Raiders tipsCross-play and cross-saves in Arc Raiders explainedBest keybinds for Arc Raiders on PCBest graphics settings for Arc Raiders on PCArc Raiders battle pass: Raider Deck 1 rewardsArc Raiders questsThere are more than 60 quests in Arc Raiders, and most of them are quite confusing due to how little info they share with you. Our many quest guides found within the full Arc Raiders quest list, help fill in the details so you can safely complete your quests.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: Xbox is screwed Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 20:24:26 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/microsoft-xbox-steam-machine-analysis/ After years of slow-building hardware success thanks to the Steam Deck, Valve is finally ready to take on the home console space in earnest. The freshly announced Steam Machine revives a once-failed experiment with a promising new lease on life. The GameCube-like console will seamlessly bring your PC gaming library to a TV by way of SteamOS. It’s a moment that PC gamers have waited a long time for Valve to actually pull off, but it looks like the moment is upon us.

Title: Valve is following the Nintendo hardware playbook with Steam Machine Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 19:41:33 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/valve-steam-machine-cube-design-nintendo-gamecube-size/ Leave it to Valve to announce some new hardware out of left field that quietly one-ups its competition, except for maybe Nintendo. If anything, Nintendo might be an inspiration for the PC czar and its continued attempts to give customers more options to play their library on the big screen. There's no way to look at Valve's new Steam Machine without thinking about the Nintendo GameCube. But the similarities go well beyond mere shape. The vibe of the latest Steam Machine is playful, and that's a rarity in the hardware space.

Title: D&D returns to the Forgotten Realms with Aabria Iyengar’s brutal one-shot Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 19:00:16 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/dnd-actual-play-forgotten-realms-books/ Lividity’s player, Alexander Ward, capitalized on a loophole in the language for the Bloodthirst ability, which allows a Scion of the Three Rogue to teleport next to a Bloodied enemy to then make an attack as a Reaction. Instead of attacking the gravely injured “enemy,” however, Lividity stepped from behind Elwaylin and plunged her shortsword into the cleric’s chest.

Title: Star Wars: Master of Evil may finally settle a classic Darth Vader debate Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 18:30:56 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/star-wars-master-of-evil-darth-vader-obi-wan-kenobi/ Whether you loved or hated it, Deborah Chow’s Obi-Wan Kenobishow was a goldmine for exploring the heartwrenching relationship between the Jedi Master and his fallen apprentice and brother-in-arms, Darth Vader. In one of the show’s climactic moments during an explosive duel on Tatooine, Obi-Wan slices through his apprentice’s skull-like mask, revealing the burned face of Anakin Skywalker underneath. Obi-Wan tries to appeal to his old friend using Anakin’s name, only for Vader to correct him.

Title: What time does the Arc Raiders North Line update release? Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 18:26:14 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/arc-raiders-north-line-update-release-time-cet/ Arc Raiders' first content update, North Line, is coming on Thursday, Nov. 13 with a new map, community event, Arcs, weapons, and more!

Title: Fall Into Gaming With 20+ Titles Joining GeForce NOW in November Date: Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:00:37 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-november-2025-games/ Editor’s note: This blog has been updated to reflect the correct launch date for ‘Call of Duty: Black Ops 7’, November 14.   A crisp chill’s in the air — and so is the action. GeForce NOW is packing November with 23 games hitting the cloud, including the launch of the highly anticipated Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 on Friday, Nov. 14. Kicking off the six games available this week, Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage enters the ring, bringing Sega’s legendary 3D fighter — rebuilt for a new generation — to the GeForce RTX cloud. It’s a knockout lineup for November — and the perfect time to fall into the cloud. Phoenix will be the next region to light up with GeForce RTX 5080-class power. Amsterdam is the latest region to get GeForce RTX 5080-class power, with Montreal going live today and Phoenix coming up next. Stay tuned to GFN Thursday for updates as more regions upgrade to Blackwell RTX. Follow along with the latest progress on the server rollout page. Step Into the Cloud Fight anywhere, play everywhere. Sega’s iconic Virtua Fighter franchise returns in Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage, the latest evolution of the classic 3D fighter. Backed by decades of competitive history, the new entry refines the series’ precise mechanics with modern visuals, deeper customization and online features built for the next generation of fighters. R.E.V.O. World Stage brings players back into the dojos and arenas that made Virtua Fighter legendary. With skills-based combat that rewards timing, reflexes and true mastery of each character’s martial art, every match tells its own story — whether a friendly spar or a global showdown on the world stage. GeForce NOW members can take the fight anywhere. Stream Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage at ultralow latency across devices — without downloads or installs. It’s time to show the world what a real champion looks like. New-Game November Write the story of civilization. Paradox Interactive’s Europa Universalis V is a grand strategy game that brings centuries of diplomacy, warfare and exploration to life. Guide empires, shape cultures, form alliances and test ambition in a living world shaped by dramatic rivalries and changing alliances. Each campaign reveals a living, unpredictable world where ambition sparks dramatic rivalries and history is rewritten with every bold move. Launched on GeForce NOW, it’s optimized for GeForce RTX 5080-power, so every intricate standoff, sweeping campaign and chaotic twist of fate is rendered at up to 5K 120 frames per second, fully capturing the chaos of history as it unfolds in real time. In addition, members can look for the following to play this week: Europa Universalis V (New release on Steam, GeForce RTX 5080-ready, Nov. 4) 7 Days Blood Moons (New release on Steam, Nov 4) Whiskerwood (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass, Nov. 6) The Last Caretaker (New release on Steam, Nov. 6) Voidtrain (New release on Xbox, available on PC Game Pass, Nov. 7) Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage (Steam)  Catch the full list of games coming to the cloud in November: INAZUMA ELEVEN: Victory Road (New release on Steam, Nov. 10) Surviving Mars: Relaunched (New release on Steam, Nov. 10) Possessor(s) (New release on Steam, Nov. 11) Rue Valley (New release on Steam, Nov. 11) Anno 117: Pax Romana (New release on Steam and Ubisoft, Nov. 13) Assetto Corsa Rally (New release on Steam, Nov. 13) Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 (New release on Steam, Battle.net and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass, Nov. 14) Where Winds Meet (New release on Epic Games Store, Nov. 14) SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide (New release on Steam, Nov. 18) Long Drive North (New release on Steam, Nov. 18) Demonschool (New release on Steam, Nov. 19) Monsters Are Coming! Rock & Road (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass, Nov. 20) Project Motor Racing (New release on Steam, Nov. 25) Brotato (Steam) GODBREAKERS (Steam) Megabonk (Steam) R.E.P.O. (Steam) Overdrive October In addition to the 18 games announced in October, an extra 20 joined over the month: Amnesia: The Bunker (Epic Games Store) Dark Moon (Steam) Deathground (Steam) The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind (Steam, Epic Games Store and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass) Earth vs. Mars Demo (Steam) Escape From Duckov (Steam) Escape Simulator 2 (Steam) Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective – Demo (Steam) Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective (Steam) Keeper (Steam and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass) Outbreak Island (Steam) NINJA GAIDEN 4 (Steam and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass) The Outer Worlds 2 – Advanced Access (Steam, Battle.net and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass) Pax Dei (Xbox, available on PC Game Pass; 1.0 release on Steam and Epic Games Store) Street Fighter V (Steam) Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell: Pandora Tomorrow (Steam and Ubisoft Connect) Ultra Street Fighter IV (Steam) VEIN (Steam) Wobbly Life (Xbox, available on PC Game Pass) Wreckreation (Steam) Fellowship didn’t make it in October. Stay tuned to GFN Thursday for updates. What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below. "just one more match" What's the one game that's been keeping you up all night? — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) November 4, 2025  

Title: Korea Joins AI Industrial Revolution: NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang Unveils Historic Partnership at APEC Summit Date: Fri, 31 Oct 2025 14:00:36 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/korea-ai-apec-ceo-summit/ Amidst Gyeongju, South Korea’s ancient temples and modern skylines, Jensen Huang hit the stage at the APEC Summit with historic news: South Korea is leaping into the future with sovereign AI supported by more than a quarter-million NVIDIA GPUs. “It’s vital that we build the ecosystem, not just the AI infrastructure, of Korea,” he said. With that, NVIDIA’s founder and CEO unveiled a sweeping initiative to build out South Korea’s AI ecosystem and infrastructure — a national-scale deployment of GPUs across sovereign clouds and industrial AI factories. The announcement marks one of the largest national investments in agentic and physical AI to date, and it’s backed by a coalition of Korea’s top organizations: the Ministry of Science and ICT (MSIT), Samsung Electronics, SK Group, Hyundai Motor Group, NAVER Cloud, LG and more. The effort also comes as world leaders, including President Trump and President Xi, are among 21 APEC nations — the U.S., China, South Korea, Japan, Australia, Vietnam, Singapore and others — gathered nearby for a separate APEC Summit. Celebrating 25 Years of GeForce in Korea The news is a continuation of NVIDIA’s decades-long history of building a rich ecosystem with Korea. The country has played an outsized role as a nation that spearheaded esports and helped drive the PC-bang boom. Kindling that tradition, NVIDIA celebrated GeForce’s 25-year run in Korea with a GeForce Gamer Festival in Seoul this week. The festival featured the latest GeForce RTX technology, with NCSOFT giving attendees an exclusive hands-on with unreleased games AION 2 and CINDER CITY, both featuring NVIDIA DLSS 4 with Multi-Frame Generation. KRAFTON showcased PUBG Ally, an AI co-playable character powered by NVIDIA ACE, for its global hit PUBG:Battlegrounds. There were also giveaways, live esports matches including a special StarCraft match between legendary pro gamers Hong Jin-ho (YellOw) and Lee Yoon-yeol (NaDa), and performances by renowned taekwondo group K-TIGERS and international K-POP sensation LE SSERAFIM. Developing a New Kind of Infrastructure South Korea, with a heritage of rapid technology-driven progress, is taking the next big step with its AI industrial revolution. At the center of the effort is a sovereign AI infrastructure program led by MSIT, which will deploy as many as 50,000 of the latest NVIDIA GPUs through cloud providers NHN Cloud, Kakao Corp. and NAVER Cloud. The initial wave includes 13,000 NVIDIA Blackwell GPUs, with more to follow in the coming years. Building AI Factories: Korea’s Industrial Titans  The scale of private-sector investment is staggering. Samsung, SK Group and Hyundai Motor Group are each building AI factories with up to 50,000 NVIDIA GPUs apiece, while NAVER plans to deploy more than 60,000. This is forming the backbone for Korea’s AI-powered transformation across manufacturing, mobility, telecommunications and robotics. Samsung is using NVIDIA CUDA-X, cuLitho, Nemotron models and Omniverse to build digital twins for semiconductor manufacturing, while advancing its robotics portfolio with NVIDIA Cosmos and Isaac GR00T. SK Group is designing an AI factory capable of hosting up to 60,000 GPUs, including an AI cloud powered by NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition GPUs. SK Telecom will offer sovereign infrastructure for domestic manufacturers and startups to build digital twins and robotics applications. Hyundai Motor Group is collaborating with the Korean government and NVIDIA to build an NVIDIA AI factory with 50,000 NVIDIA Blackwell GPUs to enable AI model training, validations and deployment for manufacturing, autonomous driving and robotics. The company plans to use NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Thor, NeMo, Nemotron and Omniverse to simulate factory operations. NAVER is adding another 60,000 GPUs to its NVIDIA AI infrastructure, targeting sovereign and physical AI workloads. It plans to develop industry-specific models for shipbuilding, security and AI services for Korean citizens. Korean Language Models and Quantum Research The Korean government is also investing in foundational AI research. MSIT is leading a Sovereign AI Foundation Models project in collaboration with LG AI Research, NAVER Cloud, NC AI, SK Telecom, Upstage and NVIDIA. The initiative will use NVIDIA NeMo software and open NVIDIA Nemotron datasets, tapping local data to develop Korean language models with reasoning and speech capabilities. NVIDIA and LG are collaborating to support academia and startups with LG’s EXAONE models, including the EXAONE Path healthcare model — built with the MONAI framework — to support cancer diagnosis. The company is also working with NVIDIA to support physical AI startups and academic research. Meanwhile, the Korea Institute of Science and Technology Information (KISTI) is partnering with NVIDIA to establish a Center of Excellence for quantum computing and scientific research. Using its sixth-generation HANGANG supercomputer and the NVIDIA CUDA-Q platform, KISTI will explore hybrid quantum computing, physics-informed AI models and scientific foundation models built with the NVIDIA PhysicsNeMo framework. AI-RAN and 6G: The Next Frontier In a move to drive next-generation mobile networks, NVIDIA is collaborating with Samsung, SK Telecom, ETRI, KT, LGU+ and Yonsei University to develop AI-RAN and 6G infrastructure. The intelligent, low-power network technology offloads GPU computation from devices to base stations, reducing energy costs and extending battery life — a critical enabler for widespread robotics adoption. Fostering Innovation With Startups and Training To support Korea’s next generation of AI companies, NVIDIA is expanding the NVIDIA Inception program with a new startup alliance. Members will gain access to accelerated computing infrastructure from partners like SK Telecom, along with support from VC firms including IMM Investment, Korea Investment Partners and SBVA. A new Center of Excellence powered by NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell GPUs will help startups build physical AI applications, while the NVIDIA Deep Learning Institute will offer AI upskilling programs to train Korea’s future workforce. Rewiring a Nation for Artificial Intelligence The scale and ambition of Korea’s AI initiative is nearly unprecedented. It’s not just about deploying GPUs. It’s about rewiring a nation’s industrial base for intelligence. From sovereign clouds to quantum labs, autonomous factories and AI agents — Korea is building the infrastructure of the future. See notice regarding software product information.  

Title: Join the Resistance: ‘ARC Raiders’ Launches in the Cloud Date: Thu, 30 Oct 2025 13:00:02 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-arc-raiders/ Get ready, raiders — the wait is over. ARC Raiders is dropping onto GeForce NOW and bringing the fight from orbit to the screen. To celebrate the launch, gamers can score ARC Raiders for free with the purchase of a 12-month Ultimate membership — a bundle packed with everything needed to jump into the resistance. This week also brings 10 games, including the next big adventure in The Outer Worlds 2, the mystical new “Visions of Eternity” expansion for Guild Wars 2 and Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective, a clever classic from Capcom. Amsterdam and Montreal will be the next regions to light up with GeForce RTX 5080-class power. Sofia, Bulgaria, is the latest region to get GeForce RTX 5080-class power, with Amsterdam and Montreal coming up next. Stay tuned to GFN Thursday for updates as more regions upgrade to Blackwell RTX. Those who want to follow along can track latest progress on the server rollout page. The Cloud Suits Up The resistance — now in 5K. In ARC Raiders, survival means banding together against overwhelming odds. Set in a retro‑futuristic world under siege, the game blends squad-based strategy with explosive firefights wrapped in a striking ‘80s-inspired sci-fi style. The story is simple but relentless: mysterious mechanical invaders, the ARC, rain down from orbit to strip Earth bare. Battling them takes teamwork, scavenged weapons and quick thinking across sprawling environments. Every encounter feels like a desperate stand where improvisation and cooperation turn the tide. With a GeForce NOW Ultimate membership, ARC Raiders hits with full force, streaming at GeForce RTX 5080-class power. That means cinematic visuals at up to 5K resolution, silky-smooth 120-frames-per-second action and real-time ray tracing on nearly any device. It’s the closest thing to stepping into the fight — not just watching from the sidelines. A special launch offer makes this drop even bigger: ARC Raiders is included with every purchase of a new 12-month GeForce NOW Ultimate membership, now through Thursday, Nov. 20. Take advantage of the cloud’s most powerful tier and drop into the fight with premium performance from virtually anywhere. Supplies are limited, so join now and suit up before the skies get any darker. The Cloud Is Out of This World Space just got sassier. Obsidian Entertainment takes players to a new colony with The Outer Worlds 2, a first-person sci-fi role-playing game brimming with cosmic chaos, corporate satire and unforgettable oddballs. With new worlds to explore and even more questionable choices to make, it’s everything fans loved from the first game — turned up to 11. This time around, players explore a new frontier teeming with alien life, rival factions and moral gray areas that would make any space explorer sweat. Build a crew, shape the story with choices both heroic and hilariously self-serving, and survive a galaxy where every decision sparks consequences — often explosive ones. On GeForce NOW, The Outer Worlds 2 shines brighter than ever. Stream the adventure at GeForce RTX 5080 power with ray-traced worlds, crisp visuals and silky-smooth performance, no matter the orbit. Grab a snack, make a bad choice and let the cloud do the rest. Sacrifice for Power Come for the adventure and discover the hidden knowledge. Guild Wars 2 is setting sail for adventure with its latest expansion, Visions of Eternity, whisking players off to the mysterious island of Castora for a fresh year filled with epic stories, new regions to explore and tons of magical mayhem. This sixth expansion brings new elite specializations for all professions, shiny legendary treasures to hunt, a revamped skimmer mount and the much-anticipated addition of homesteads and fashion templates. Jump in to tackle bizarre creatures, navigate uncharted lands and face off in unified raids and strike missions. Whether polishing up a new build, decorating the homestead or chasing down legendary loot, gamers will find no shortage of ways to shape the story. Plus, new story chapters and major updates throughout the year mean the adventure is always evolving. Play Guild Wars 2: Visions of Eternity on GeForce NOW and skip past the grind of waiting for downloads or patches. Seamlessly log in and play on any supported device to get right to the action. No Tricks, Just Treats Solve crimes from beyond the grave. Gamers can solve a puzzle-packed murder case in Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective — the quirky, mystery classic from Capcom, directed by Shu Takumi, creator of the Ace Attorney series — now featuring high-definition visuals and upgraded sound. BANG! A single bullet rings out in the dark city. But as one life ends, the story is just getting started. Sissel wakes up as a ghost and realizes he’s lost his memory along with his life. With only a few hours until sunrise — and oblivion — to uncover these answers, Sissel must solve the mystery of his own murder, starting with the detective who may have witnessed the crime. Using the powers of the dead, players can possess and manipulate objects, and even rewind time, as they work to solve brainteasing puzzles in a story chock-full of quirky humour and charming characters. In addition, members can look for the following: Escape Simulator 2 (New release on Steam, Oct. 27) Wreckreation (New release on Steam, Oct. 28) Outbreak Island (New release on Steam, Oct. 28) Dark Moon (New release on Steam, Oct. 29) Earth vs. Mars (New release on Steam, Oct. 29) The Outer Worlds 2 (New release on Steam, Battle.net and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass, Oct. 29, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) ARC Raiders (New release on Steam, Oct. 30, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective – Demo (Steam) Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective (Steam) Keeper (Steam and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass) The Microsoft Store version of Ball x Pit was put into maintenance and will be removed from the library due to a technical issue. The Steam version of the game will continue to be available to members What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below.

Title: Fangs Out, Frames Up: ‘Vampire: The Masquerade — Bloodlines 2’ Leads a Killer GFN Thursday Date: Thu, 23 Oct 2025 13:00:38 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-vampire-the-masquerades-bloodlines-2/ The nights grow longer and the shadows get bolder with Vampire The Masquerade: Bloodlines 2 on GeForce NOW, launching with GeForce RTX 5080-power. Members can sink their teeth into the action role-playing game from Paradox Interactive as part of nine games coming to the cloud this week, including NINJA GAIDEN 4. Be among the first to play The Outer Worlds 2 with early access available in the cloud starting tomorrow, Oct. 24. https://blogs.nvidia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/gfn-server-rollout-map-sofia-server-light-up-16x9-1.mp4 Atlanta is the latest region to get GeForce RTX 5080-class power, with Sofia, Bulgaria, coming next. Stay tuned to GFN Thursday for updates as more regions upgrade to NVIDIA Blackwell RTX. Follow along with the latest progress on the server rollout page. The Night Belongs to the Cloud Don’t invite them in — just stream. Vampire: The Masquerade — Bloodlines 2, Paradox’s sequel to the cult classic, invites fans to sink their fangs into Seattle’s dark nightlife, putting players in the immortal boots of Phyre — the newly awakened Elder vampire with a mysterious voice in their head. In every dark corner hides a new alliance or a rival, and every choice carves a path through the bloody politics of the night. Master Seattle’s secrets and the supernatural abilities of any chosen clan — shadow hunting with the Banu Haqim, blood bending with the Tremere or going fists first as a Brujah. Every story twist and council drama is shaped by dialogue, alliances and whispers from both friends and the ever-present stranger in the protagonist’s mind. Every neon-lit block streams beautifully on GeForce NOW, with GeForce RTX 5080-class power rolling out for the highest frame rates and sharpest graphics in the cloud — no waiting for downloads or mortal PC specs required. Where Shadows Fall, Legends Rise Slice first, ask questions never. NINJA GAIDEN 4, a lightning-fast action-adventure title from Team NINJA, slices its way back into the spotlight, packed with brutal, razor-sharp combat and featuring a new protagonist, Yakumo. Known for its intensity, precision and stylish flair, the game demands focus and rewards mastery. This new entry throws Yakumo into a deadly conflict blending myth and modern chaos. Explore sprawling levels filled with relentless enemies, cinematic boss battles that punish hesitation and a fluid combat system that chains combos together like a storm of steel. Every encounter feels like a duel where speed, timing and finesse define survival. On GeForce NOW, NINJA GAIDEN 4 reaches its sharpest edge. No installs or massive downloads stand in the way — gain instant access with cloud-powered performance that keeps every slash crisp and every dodge responsive. Whether running on a high-end rig, a laptop or even a mobile device, the action always hits at peak intensity with GeForce NOW. Boarding Pass to Chaos Space has a new HR problem. Early access for The Outer Worlds 2 is reaching the cloud, bringing all the offbeat charm, sharp wit and spacefaring chaos the series is loved for. From Obsidian Entertainment, the masters of branching stories and immersive worlds, this sequel leans even harder into meaningful choices and unexpected consequences. On GeForce NOW, hopping into early access means instant boarding with no installs or waiting around. Every quip, shootout and twist in the storyline streams smoothly, no matter the screen. It’s the perfect way to jump into space mischief before the game fully launches in the cloud on Wednesday, Oct. 29. Roaring Good Games Life finds a way … again. Frontier Developments returns with Jurassic World Evolution 3, the next installment of the park-management series that lets players design, build and wrangle their own prehistoric paradise. Bigger storms, smarter dinosaurs and even bolder decisions keep every moment thrilling — because in this world, control is just an illusion. In addition, members can look for the following: NINJA GAIDEN 4 (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass, Oct. 20) Jurassic World Evolution 3 (New release on Steam, Oct. 21) Painkiller (New release on Steam, Oct. 21) Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 (New release on Steam, Oct. 21, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) The Outer Worlds 2 – Advanced Access (New release on Steam, Battle.net and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass, Oct. 24, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Tormented Souls 2 (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass, Oct. 23) Super Fantasy Kingdom (New release on Steam, Oct. 24) VEIN (New release on Steam, Oct. 24) Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell: Pandora Tomorrow (Steam) What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below. What anime would you want to turn into a video game, or vice versa? — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) October 22, 2025

Title: Ready, Set, Reward — GeForce NOW Membership Rewards Await Date: Thu, 16 Oct 2025 13:00:07 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-members-reward-program/ GeForce NOW is more than just a platform to stream fresh games every week — it offers celebrations for the gamers who make it epic, with member rewards to sweeten the deal. This week, GeForce NOW Ultimate members can score a free Borderlands 4 reward and upgrade their setup with the latest SteelSeries Nimbus Cloud controllers and headsets — the perfect gear for leveling up any cloud-based adventures. Plus, Steam Next Fest kicks off this week, serving up a flood of new demos. Get them all through Install-to-Play, the latest feature on GeForce NOW with the NVIDIA Blackwell RTX upgrade. Fire up the cloud, grab a controller and check out the 10 new games in the cloud this week, on top of the 1.0 release of Pax Dei. It’s always a rewarding time to be a GeForce NOW member. Atlanta will be next to light up on the Blackwell RTX map. Ashburn, Portland, Dallas and London are the latest regions to get GeForce RTX 5080-class power, with Atlanta coming next. Stay tuned to GFN Thursday for updates as more regions upgrade to Blackwell RTX. Follow along with the latest progress on the server rollout page. This week, Control joins the lineup of GeForce RTX 5080-ready titles, already available on the service. Look for the “GeForce RTX 5080 Ready” row in the app or check out the full list. Key to the Chaos Getting GeForce NOW rewards couldn’t be simpler. All members are automatically opted in, so when a new reward drops, an email with all the details lands right in the inbox — no extra sign-ups or hoops to jump through. Become a GeForce NOW member now, before even more rewards arrive in December. This month, get ready to vault into the chaos with a Borderlands 4 reward just for Ultimate members — score a free Golden Key to use in Borderlands 4, the mayhem-fueled looter shooter packed with endless weapons, deadly enemies and over-the-top co-op action. Unlock treasure or new gear, and get ready for mayhem. The reward is available through Sunday, Nov. 16, while supplies last. Members can keep an eye out for an email to redeem. Play Borderlands 4 on GeForce NOW, powered by GeForce RTX 5080-powered servers, optimized to deliver the highest frame rates and lowest latency for the ultimate looter-shooter experience. Those who redeem the reward will also need a SHiFT account. Find more information on how to redeem the in-game reward. Power Duo Play it steel smooth in the cloud. The right gear makes every GeForce NOW session feel next level. SteelSeries is bringing gamers the perfect setup — the Nimbus Cloud controller and Arctis Nova 5 wireless headset for the ultimate cloud gaming experience. The Nimbus Cloud is the world’s first true dual‑mode cloud controller, seamlessly switching between mobile and full‑size wireless modes. With up to 20 hours of battery life, built‑in Bluetooth and universal phone compatibility, the controller lets gamers play comfortably from anywhere. The Arctis Nova 5 delivers crisp, customized sound with 200+ pro‑tuned audio presets for titles like Fortnite, Apex Legends and Minecraft. Its 60‑hour battery life, dual wireless (2.4 GHz + Bluetooth) connection and USB‑C dongle make it perfect for extended GeForce NOW sessions across devices. Keep an eye on the GeForce NOW X account as SteelSeries and GeForce NOW are giving away a few Nimbus Cloud controllers and Arctis Nova 5 headsets through Thursday,  Oct. 30. Steam Next, Play Now Install-to-play, no install stress. Install-to-Play is shaking things up for GeForce NOW premium members. The new feature brings more than 2,200 opted-in Steam titles straight into the cloud library — making it easier than ever to stream games, ranging from hidden indie gems to fan-favorite hits, all powered by a GeForce RTX rig in the cloud. That means quirky roguelikes, cozy builders and stylish action adventures are instantly playable at their best. It’s all about giving members more freedom to dive into fresh favorites without waiting for them to be added to the cloud. And with Steam Next Fest running through Monday, Oct. 20, it’s the perfect time to discover upcoming titles and try demos firsthand. Demos for Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II, The Legend of Khiimori, The Oversight Bureau, Skate Story, Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era are just a few available from the Steam Next Fest to try, streaming from a GeForce RTX gaming rig in the cloud. Look for a dedicated Steam Next Fest row in the GeForce NOW app, featuring games on sale and ready to play in the cloud. Place to Call Home With the cloud comes the new dawn. Published by Mainframe Industries, Pax Dei is a massively multiplayer social sandbox set in a rich medieval landscape shaped by myth, community and craftsmanship. Arriving on GeForce NOW alongside its PC Game Pass debut, the world of Pax Dei invites players to build villages, trade with neighbors and test their strength against both human rivals and otherworldly forces. The 1.0 release introduces new biomes, refined combat mechanics, expanded crafting systems and a more dynamic, player-driven economy where every creation and conquest leaves a mark. The world feels more vibrant, interconnected and alive than ever. Stream the game instantly from the cloud with GeForce NOW — no installs, patches or loading screens standing in the way of adventure. Members can experience seamless access to the game’s evolving world at launch. Banners rise faster, battles begin sooner and legends are forged without delay. Let’s Play Today A new level of combat. The iconic fighting game Street Fighter evolves to a whole new level with Ultra Street Fighter IV. Continuing the tradition of excellence the series is known for, five new characters and six new stages have been added for even more fighting mayhem, with rebalanced gameplay and original modes topping off this ultimate offering. Rule the ring. Experience the intensity of head-to-head battle with Street Fighter V. Choose from 16 iconic characters, each with their own personal story and unique training challenges, then battle against friends online or offline with a robust variety of match options. Earn Fight Money in Ranked Matches, play for fun in Casual Matches or invite friends into a Battle Lounge and see who comes out on top. In addition, members can look for the following: Splinter Cell Pandora Tomorrow (New release on Ubisoft Connect, Oct. 14) Ball x Pit (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass, Oct. 15) Escape from Duckov (New release on Steam, available on Oct. 16) Fellowship (New release on Steam, Oct. 16) Pax Dei (New release on Xbox, available on PC Game Pass; 1.0 release on Steam and Epic Games Store, Oct. 16) Amnesia: The Bunker (Epic Games Store, Free on Oct. 16-Oct. 23) Earth vs. Mars Demo (Steam) Street Fighter V (Steam) Ultra Street Fighter IV (Steam) Wobbly Life (Xbox, available on PC Game Pass) New GeForce RTX 5080-ready game: Control (Steam, Epic Games Store and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass) What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below. I don't think you're ready for @wugsgaming's 𝒕𝒂𝒌𝒆𝒅𝒐𝒘𝒏. #gfnshare pic.twitter.com/6UwHktkMMn — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) October 15, 2025

Title: Five Years of Play: The Evolution of PlayStation 5 Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 17:00:18 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2025/11/12/five-years-of-play-the-evolution-of-playstation-5/ Five years ago, in November 2020, PlayStation 5 marked a new era of speed, immersion, and creativity. As we celebrate its fifth anniversary, we’re looking back at how PS5 has evolved – year by year – through system software updates, new accessories, and community milestones that continue to redefine play. 2020: The beginning of a new generation The PS5’s launch in November 2020 redefined what a console could do. Powered by an ultra-high-speed SSD, immersive 3D Audio, and the innovative DualSense wireless controller, PS5 introduced a new generation of immersion never felt before in gaming. Share Screen debuted, allowing players to watch friends’ gameplay in real time via PS5 and later on the PS App. Since launch, Share Screen has been used more than 1.6 billion times, totaling over 900 million hours. Top shared titles include Fortnite, Roblox, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II, and Grand Theft Auto V. Accessibility has been at the heart of PS5 since day one. The console launched with 11 accessibility features, which has grown to 20 by 2025 – including new additions such as Accessibility Tags and Second Controller for Assistance. One out of every four PS5 users have enabled at least one of these accessibility features. Every PS5 console and accessory features microtextured PlayStation shapes – on DualSense alone, there are 45,674 tiny triangles, circles, crosses, and squares. 2021: Expanding the experience As the PS5 player base grew, so did the platform’s capabilities. 2021 focused on updates that expanded social connectivity and storage options: The first major PS5 system update added Cross-generation Share Play, enabling PS5 players with PlayStation Plus membership to virtually ‘pass the controller’ to friends using PS4. Since launch, Share Play has been used over 700 million times on PS5. M.2 SSD storage expansion gave players freedom to grow their libraries. The use of an industry-standard M.2 format provided a flexible and cost-efficient way to expand PS5 storage, and the feature has since been adopted by millions of players. We also added the ability to share PS5 game captures through the PlayStation App, resulting in 5.6 billion captures uploaded. Today, nearly half of PlayStation messages are sent from the PS App, with more than 1 billion voice chat sessions taking place through the app. 2021 also introduced PS5’s first color variations – Midnight Black and Cosmic Red, giving players more ways to customize their console and accessories in their favorite color. 2022: More Options, More Ways to Play In 2022, PS5 evolved further to deliver a richer and more personalized play experience. VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) enhanced visual performance by minimizing visual artifacts for smoother, crisper gameplay. Millions of players have enabled the feature, with 96% of those with VRR-compatible monitors using it regularly. This was also the year PlayStation Plus introduced a new three-tier service, offering hundreds of games in the Game Catalog for Extra members and Deluxe/Premium members, as well as access to a Classic Game catalog for Premium members. Since launch, the number of unique catalog players has doubled, and the total gameplay hours for Game Catalog and Classic Catalog has also increased – cumulatively hitting 14 billion hours. PS5 personalization expanded further with new galaxy-inspired color variations: Nova Pink, Starlight Blue, and Galactic Purple. 2023: Pushing the boundaries of play with new accessories 2023 was a year of more breakthrough hardware and innovation. PlayStation VR2 launched, introducing next-generation immersion with eye tracking, headset feedback and deep immersion with haptic feedback and adaptive triggers through PlayStation VR2 Sense Controller. Discord voice chat arrived on PS5, connecting players across platforms. Since launch, more than 1 billion Discord voice chat sessions have taken place on PS5, averaging 105 minutes per session. PlayStation Portal remote player redefined remote play, now accounting for over 50% of all PS5 Remote Play sessions – surpassing streams through mobile, PC, PS4 and PS5 consoles combined. We also introduced DualSense Edge wireless controller – our first high-performance, ultra-customizable controller – and the Access Controller, a controller kit designed to make gaming more accessible for all. Cloud Streaming access for PS5 games brought new options for PlayStation Plus Premium members to stream supported PS5 digital games from Game Catalog, Game Trials and purchases from PS Store on their PS5 console. Additionally, we released a new line of audio products featuring planar magnetic drivers and our innovative PlayStation Link technology that provides lightning-fast, lossless audio connection with Pulse Explore wireless ear buds, followed by Pulse Elite wireless headset in early 2024. 2024: Empowering players and communities In 2024, PS5 deepened community connection and personalization. Community Game Help debuted, enabling players to share gameplay hint videos generated from opt-in contributors. The feature is now available across hundreds of PS5 titles, with thousands of helpful community hints contributed by players around the world. The new Welcome Hub introduced a personalized PS5 home screen space with customizable widgets and backgrounds. Customization has been rising since launch, with the battery widget emerging as the most popular, and personal gameplay screenshots becoming the top background choice among players. This was also the year we launched the PS5 Pro – our most visually impressive and innovative console to date, along with the PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection, celebrating 30 incredible years of play and creativity.   2025: Five years of play Happy 5th Anniversary, PS5! As we celebrate five years of the amazing journey, the numbers tell the story: PS5 has cumulatively sold over 84 million units globally. If you lined up every PS5 ever sold, together they’d stretch over 28,600 kilometers – long enough to go from Tokyo to San Francisco to London, and then all the way back home again. More than 7,500 PS5 games have been published by over 4,000 creators around the world. By total playtime, the top three most-played PS5 multiplayer games were Fortnite, Grand Theft Auto V, and Call of Duty Modern Warfare II and the top three PS5 most-played single-player games were Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, God of War Ragnarök and Hogwarts Legacy. Players have earned a combined 40 billion Trophies on PS5, including 110 million Platinum Trophies. Across five years, PS5 players have logged a total of 100 billion hours of gameplay. Five years on, the PS5 platform continues to evolve and connect more players than ever. From the day it launched to today, PS5 has redefined what play can mean for creators and the community alike. Here’s to five incredible years of play – and to the millions of players who made them unforgettable! *All figures are based on internal data collected as of September 2025.

Title: PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for November: Grand Theft Auto V, Pacific Drive, Still Wakes the Deep and more Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 16:30:08 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2025/11/12/playstation-plus-game-catalog-for-november-grand-theft-auto-v-pacific-drive-still-wakes-the-deep-and-more/ This month, dive into the criminal underworld of Los Santos in Grand Theft Auto V, take a ride through a surreal and wild Pacific Northwest in Pacific Drive, or struggle for survival on an unstable oil rig in Still Wakes the Deep. All these titles and more are available in November’s PlayStation Plus Game Catalog lineup*. Meanwhile, Tomb Raider: Anniversary brings Lara’s original adventure to PlayStation Plus Premium. All of these will be available to play November 18. As we announced last week, with the latest system software update for the PlayStation Portal remote player, PlayStation Plus Premium members can now stream select digital PS5 games from their own libraries* — directly on their PS Portal. Thousands of PS5 games support Cloud Streaming, including blockbusters such as Astro Bot, Borderlands 4, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Fortnite, Ghost of Yōtei, Grand Theft Auto V, and Resident Evil 4. *Digital PS5 games available to stream from your library will vary over time, region, and country. PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium | Game Catalog  View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Grand Theft Auto V* | PS5, PS4  When a young street hustler, a retired bank robber and a terrifying psychopath find themselves entangled with some of the most frightening and deranged elements of the criminal underworld, the U.S. government and the entertainment industry, they must pull off a series of dangerous heists to survive in a ruthless city in which they can trust nobody, least of all each other. Experience the interwoven stories of Franklin, Michael and Trevor in the sprawling open world of Los Santos and Blaine County. *PlayStation Plus re-release.   View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Pacific Drive | PS5 Pacific Drive is a run-based, first-person driving survival game. Your car is your only companion as you navigate a surreal and anomaly-filled reimagining of the Pacific Northwest. Structured as a “road-lite”, each excursion into the wilderness brings unique and strange challenges, as you restore and upgrade your car from an abandoned garage that acts as your home base. With the car as your lifeline, you’ll unravel a long-forgotten mystery as you make your way to the heart of the Olympic Exclusion Zone. View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Still Wakes the Deep | PS5 Still Wakes the Deep is a return to the first-person narrative horror genre for The Chinese Room, creator of Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs, Everybody’s Gone to the Rapture and Dear Esther. You’re trapped on an oil rig and comms are down. All that remains is to face the unknowable horror that’s come aboard. Search for your crew and help them survive if you can. Run, climb and swim through the flooding corridors and storm-lashed outer decks. Face a terrifying, unrelenting foe. And pray that, one day, you get to see your family again.  View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Insurgency: Sandstorm | PS5, PS4 Battle in the war-torn environments of a contemporary conflict through a series of intense cooperative and PvP multiplayer modes. Featuring unparalleled immersion, feel every bullet and fear every impact in fierce close quarters combat. Death comes fast. Manage ammunition carefully, and use tactics to navigate environments as you and your team fights towards victory. Coordinate fire support, engage enemies with vehicle-mounted machine guns, and engage in thrilling modern firefights. View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Thank Goodness You’re Here! | PS5, PS4 Thank Goodness You’re Here! is a comedy slapformer, which unfolds over time as the players’ exploration and antics leave their mark on the strange town of Barnsworth. After arriving early for a big meeting with the mayor of a bizarre Northern English town, a traveling salesman takes the time to explore and meet the locals, who are all very eager to give him a series of increasingly odd jobs… With each completed odd job, new areas of the town open up, stranger and stranger tasks become available, and the clock ticks towards our salesman’s big meeting. The town’s colorful inhabitants are brought to life with vibrant hand-drawn animation, fully voiced dialogue, and wall-to-wall double entendres. View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image The Talos Principle 2 | PS5 The Talos Principle 2 is a thought-provoking first-person puzzle experience that greatly expands on the first game’s philosophical themes and stunning environments with increasingly mind-bending challenges. Born into a new world where biological humanity is extinct but human culture lives on in a city of robots, you find yourself swept up in a mind-bending adventure involving a mysterious megastructure hiding enormous powers. The more you discover, the more you will be confronted with questions about the nature of the cosmos and the purpose of civilization. The broken promise of a better tomorrow, the fear of repeating humankind’s mistakes, faith in reason or renouncing humanity altogether – the choices you make and the sides you take will determine the course of events. View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Monster Jam Showdown | PS5, PS4 Drive the hottest rides in Monster Jam racing the current fleet, the legendary history-making trucks, and the wildest fictional beasts from the toy universe. Unlock dozens of trucks and collect countless different liveries! Dive into a unique arcade racing experience made of thrilling off-road races and cool tricks. Squeeze your boost to demolish your opponents, then crash, twist, and distress the environment to gain even more power. Whether you’re a hardcore Monster Jam fan or an arcade game enthusiast, this title is primed to deliver immediate driving sensations and an accessible dual-steering racing experience. View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image MotoGP 25 | PS5, PS4 Join the official Championship and step into the boots of your favourite riders to master the most iconic bikes and tracks of the season. Live the most realistic race thrills ever thanks to Unreal Engine 5, MotoGP Stewards ensuring fair battles, and an overhauled sound design, recorded on-site from official bikes. Deep dive into your bike’s evolution, choose your own career Turning Points during the season and develop social relationships off track, then watch how these choices evolve over the weekend. Your path to becoming a MotoGP Legend starts here! PlayStation Plus Premium View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Tomb Raider: Anniversary | PS5, PS4 Tomb Raider: Anniversary retraces Lara Croft’s original genre-defining adventure — globe-trotting 3rd person action-adventure in pursuit of the legendary Scion artifact. Re-imagined, Anniversary delivers a dynamic fluidly and fast Lara Croft, massive environments of stunning visuals, intense combat and game pacing, and an enhanced and clarified original story. This is an emulation of the classic PS2 action-adventure title, Tomb Raider: Anniversary, playable on PS4 and PS5 for the first time. *PlayStation Plus Game Catalog and PlayStation Plus Premium/Deluxe lineups may differ by region. Please check PlayStation Store on release day. 

Title: Where Winds Meet: hands-on report Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 16:00:23 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2025/11/12/where-winds-meet-hands-on-report/ Ambitious in size and scope, Where Winds Meet’s Wuxia-inspired free-to-play open-world adventure is nearly ready for its PS5 bow. And after spending a lot of time triple-jumping up trees and facing down bandits in the beta, I explored why Everstone Studio’s spin on 10th century China is already turning heads ahead of its November 14 drop. Incredibly detailed customization tools After a polished intro which introduced me to the basics, I was thrown into a comprehensive avatar customization suite. Facial options were as deep as tweaking my protagonist’s cheekbones, contours, and jowls. And that’s before I got to their makeup, accessories, dress sense and more. A beautiful, living world The staggering sense of possibilities extends to the environment itself. Luscious fields of long grass, towering temples and dim underground caverns which required lighting my path with fire arrows, were all accessible during my first couple of hours – a jaunt through a peaceful village stream with a string of kites flapping in the wind being a particular highlight. This all takes place with a day to night cycle which changes the ambiance and routines of some of the NPCs I encountered. And if you find yourself closed off from any areas, you can overhear some conversations by clicking down on the right analog stick, listening in via the DualSense controller’s speaker. Your first hour will be eventful Sure, you can play this massive game in a very traditional, story-driven mission way if you want, but I found an abundance of fun in its gameplay freedom and plentiful tasks offered at regular intervals. During my first 30 minutes I was already competing in some friendly target practice on a cliff top, scaring off bees to climb a tree for treasure, riding on horseback, and yes, even petting a cat. Later on I found myself cooking up health-restoring meals, challenging a child to some fishing, and playing a game of Pitch Pot, which had me throwing arrows into a jar while my avatar was inebriated, by trying to keep a cursor or two within an erratically moving sphere. All creatures great and small Cats weren’t the only animals around the world. The variety of wildlife was a constant curiosity, as geese strutted through fields, dogs barked at my avatar’s presence and birds flew overhead. Naturally, some of the fauna are passive, giving you the choice to interact with them, while others can be hunted. And the likes of bears and wolves can turn aggressive if you, other animals, or active NPCs wander into their path. Dispatching them provides valuable resources, but beware – some creatures are far from ordinary. Blundering into a field of fire snakes was something I didn’t want to repeat in a hurry. A population of personalities I met a variety of chatty people on my travels, from farmers to thieves, and assassins to doctors. Some gave me side quests or mini tasks, such as investigating a mysterious area, stealing a con-man’s goods, or in one particular case, serving a table full of drinkers. You can take this even further with some NPCs, using the on-screen keyboard to engage in an actual live conversation to help build relationships and earn in-game gifts. This system wasn’t fully finished in the beta, but it’s something I’ll be looking forward to in the full version. Mystical, methodical, and accessible combat While basic attacks and combos using the square button can be effective when partnered with dodge on the circle button and block via L1 (causing a pleasing ‘clang’ sound to come from the DualSense wireless controller’s speaker when blades clash), the gloss of the combat comes from its special attacks. When combined with a mapped face button, L2 or R2 unleashes your Mystic or Martial Arts, which include sword energy blasts and a damage-heavy fire breath. While combat plays a big part of Where Winds Meet, you can make it easier if it’s not something you’re particularly interested in, with combat assist options to help with elements, including parry windows and ranged attack indicators. Expect… the unexpected With a world as big as this, there were plenty of surprises that cropped up during my time with the beta. I won’t spoil too many here, but for those curious, one instance had my avatar engage in a battle of words in a ‘Gift of Gab’ mini-game, where I had to choose witty responses to win an argument. While falling from a great height caused my avatar to get a sprain, one of a few unusual status ailments. Things also got very weird when I unwisely drank liquid which was clearly marked “Do not drink”. My avatar lost his senses and believed that he turned into a dog. So I did what any reasonable dog would do under such circumstances, and proceeded to join a Mahjong table with several other dogs. This was only scratching the surface of what Where Winds Meet had to offer, with its PvP servers opening up even more possibilities when the game comes to PS5 on November 14.

Title: State of Play Japan November 2025: all announcements Date: Tue, 11 Nov 2025 23:49:55 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2025/11/11/state-of-play-japan-november-2025-all-announcements/ Today’s special Japan-focused State of Play was packed with content from start to finish. It showcased fresh gameplay from major upcoming titles, brand-new game announcements, confirmed release dates, and more. Missed the livestream or want a quick recap of everything shown? You’re in the right place. To start, you can watch the full show below. After that, we break down each of the featured games, highlighting key news, sharing some new trailers, and offering extra insights from the developers through a collection of dedicated PlayStation Blog posts. Play Video Play Video BlazBlue Entropy Effect X BlazBlue Entropy Effect X, a roguelike action spin-off of the BlazBlue series, launches on PlayStation 5 on February 12, 2026. Featuring 14 familiar characters from the series and a brand-new story, the game lets you craft your own playstyle through deep character build options. Pre-orders open today. Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio.  Play Video Play Video BrokenLore: Unfollow / BrokenLore: Ascend During today’s show, the single-player psychological horror anthology BrokenLore revealed two major updates: a new trailer and a January 16 release date for BrokenLore: Unfollow, a story themed around the dark side of social media available for pre-order today. The show also included the surprise reveal of BrokenLore: Ascend, a Tokyo-set survival horror with climbing elements. Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio.  View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Coffee Talk Tokyo  The spin-off title from the Coffee Talk series, Coffee Talk Tokyo launches on PS5 on March 5, 2026. Set in a cozy café in Tokyo, this narrative adventure lets players step into the role of a barista who brews comforting cups of coffee and listens to the stories of both humans and yōkai descendants who visit the café. Play Video Damon & Baby Coming to PS5 and PS4 in early 2026, Damon & Baby follows a cursed demon lord and a human child on a heartfelt journey. This action adventure game combines exploration with twin-stick shooter combat. Collect loot, level up, and strengthen their bond through every battle. Play Video Digimon Story Time Stranger – Alternate Dimension DLC Digimon Story Time Stranger is about to expand its adventure. The first Season Pass DLC, Alternate Dimension, arrives this winter, introducing five unique Digimon and a new story centered on key characters. Get ready to explore an entirely new side of the Digital World. Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio.  Play Video Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Today, Square Enix shared the latest trailer for Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, launching on PlayStation 5 on February 5, 2026. This reimagined version adds a new episode where you reunite with an adult Keifa in a new area and team up with him once again. Play Video Dynasty Warriors Origins – Visions of Four Heroes DLC New details for the major DLC Visions of Four Heroes for Dynasty Warriors: Origins have been revealed. Launching on January 22, 2026. The DLC is available for pre-order starting today. It features a new story centered on the Four Heroes, along with new allies, weapons, and expanded 1 vs. 1,000 action across immersive battlefields. Play Video Elden Ring Nightreign – The Forsaken Hollows DLC The first DLC for Elden Ring Nightreign, The Forsaken Hollows, has been announced for release on December 4, accompanied by a brand-new trailer. This update adds two new playable Nightfarers, the Scholar and the Undertaker, along with two formidable new bosses to put your skills to the test. Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio.  Play Video Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake At today’s State of Play Japan, a new trailer for Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake was revealed, along with an interview with Makoto Shibata, Fatal Frame Series Director at Koei Tecmo Games. The remake launches on March 12, 2026, with pre-orders available starting today. This full remake of the 2003 Japanese horror adventure invites players to explore a cursed village and confront terrifying spirits using the mysterious Camera Obscura. Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio.  View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Fate Trigger Fate Trigger, a next-generation tactical hero shooter, begins early access in Q1 2026. Two new heroes join the roster: Fari, an attacker who creates clones, and TaTa, a defender with mini-turrets. A new map, Pale Blight Outpost, has also been revealed. View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Gran Turismo 7 – Power Pack DLC Gran Turismo Series Producer Kazunori Yamauchi announced that the Gran Turismo 7 Power Pack will release next month. Coming December 4, this paid add-on will introduce a brand new game mode packed with authentic motorsport challenges including 24-hour endurance racing and full race weekends.  Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio.  View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image inKonbini: One Store. Many Stories inKonbini: One Store. Many Stories, which gently captures the small moments of everyday life, is coming to PS5 in April 2026. Players take on the role of a convenience store clerk in a quiet town, interacting with familiar faces and shaping their own story through everyday choices. View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Kyouran Makaism Launching on January 29, 2026, Kyouran Makaism is a new 3D action RPG from the Disgaea team. Turn defeated enemies into 16 types of Familiars, from dragons to the alluring Empusa, then command or transform them into powerful weapons to reclaim your stolen pudding. Play Video MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls Today, we announced that the next Closed Beta for MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls will launch on PlayStation 5 on December 5 at midnight (PT) / 5 PM (JST). This beta adds Spider-Man and Ghost Rider to the roster, bringing the total number of playable characters to eight. Players can freely mix and match heroes and villains to form a four-character team. It also introduces two new stages, Savage Land and X-Mansion, each featuring unique interactive elements to discover.  Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio.  View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Monster Hunter Wilds – Free Title Update 4 Attention hunters — Monster Hunter Wilds Free Title Update 4 arrives on December 16. The update adds the Giant Halberd Dragon, Gogmazios, plus new endgame content and seasonal events.  View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image MotionRec MotionRec, launching in Spring 2026, is a record-and-replay puzzle action game where you move, jump, and record your actions to replay them and overcome seemingly impossible paths. Use creative strategies and various gimmicks to explore ruined stages and uncover the mysteries of a machine-dominated world. Play Video Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse At today’s State of Play Japan, a new trailer for Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse was revealed, and its release date announced, March 5, 2026, for PS5 and PS4, with pre-orders available today. In our interview, Yasuomi Sakai, Producer at Pocketpair, discussed this 2D roguelike game’s boss battles, highlighting their unique attack patterns and special mechanics.  Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio.  Play Video No Sleep for Kaname Date – From AI: The Somnium Files No Sleep for Kaname Date – From AI: The Somnium Files launches on February 26, 2026, for PS5 and PS4. On PlayStation 5, the game features enhanced visuals that bring every moment of the investigation to life. Join Special Investigator Kaname Date and his AI partner Aiba as they pursue the case of a kidnapped net idol, Iris. Play Video Octopath Traveler 0 A demo for Octopath Traveler 0 is available starting today, ahead of the game’s December 4 launch on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. Play the first three hours and carry your progress into the full release. Create your character, begin your journey, and check out the newly released trailer in today’s show. Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio.  View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Once Upon a Katamari DLC packs This November, Once Upon a Katamari adds new content with the Katamari Dance Dance Remix Pack, featuring five fresh remix tracks and custom costumes. Another pack, the Katamari Neo Remix Pack, will follow this winter. Wrap up the year with new beats and bold new styles. Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio.  Play Video Pac-Man World 2: Re-Pac – Sonic the Hedgehog Collaboration Set DLC Starting today, Sonic the Hedgehog speeds into Pac-Man World 2: Re-Pac. Experience brand-new stages inspired by Sonic’s world, packed with signature speed, classic gimmicks, and familiar faces, and face off against Dr. Eggman in an epic boss battle. Available today on PS5 and PS4. Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio.  View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Sonic Racing: Crossworlds – SpongeBob SquarePants Pack DLC Get the latest update on Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, released in September. Nights, AiAi, and Tangle & Whisper join the race as free collaboration racers. Plus, the SpongeBob SquarePants Pack DLC launches on November 19 PT / November 20 (JST). View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Super Robot Wars Y DLC Pack 1 Super Robot Wars Y has announced the release date for its first collaboration DLC. DLC Pack 1 launches on November 20 PT / November 21JST, featuring crossover content from Galactic Whirlwind Bryger, The Big O, and Fūto PI: Portrait of Kamen Rider Skull. The update adds new area missions and playable units inspired by these three titles. Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post from the game studio.  View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Tokyo Xtreme Racer Tokyo Xtreme Racer returns to PlayStation after 20 years, launching on PS5 on February 25(PT) / February 26(JST). Race through a sealed-off Tokyo against over 400 rivals, tuning your car for every challenge. With its unique Spirit Point system, victory depends as much on willpower as on speed. Conquer 180 km of faithfully recreated highways. View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image Wandering Sword  The RPG Wandering Sword will launch on May 28, 2026, and pre-orders start today. Set in ancient China and brought to life with stunning pixel art, it features dual battle modes, twenty endings shaped by your choices, and a full Japanese voiceover by an all-Japanese cast. Play Video 27″ Gaming Monitor with DualSense Charging Hook Developed by Sony Interactive Entertainment, the PlayStation 27” Gaming Monitor with DualSense Charging Hook is coming to the U.S. and Japan in 2026. It delivers stunning visuals from the latest PS5 games to your desktop, featuring a Quad High Definition (QHD) IPS display up to 2560 x 1440 resolution, High Dynamic Range support, VRR support and refresh rates of up to 120 Hz on PS5 and PS5 Pro consoles, and 240 Hz on compatible PC and Mac devices.  Find out more in a dedicated PS Blog post. 

Title: First look at PlayStation’s 27” Gaming Monitor  Date: Tue, 11 Nov 2025 23:12:47 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2025/11/11/first-look-at-playstations-27-gaming-monitor/ Since the launch of the PlayStation 5 console, we’ve seen that players enjoy having the flexibility to choose where they play PS5 games – whether it’s in their living room on their big screen TV, in other areas of the home, or outside of the home remotely with PlayStation Portal remote player. In keeping up with these trends, we are pleased to introduce another option for players with our new 27” Gaming Monitor with DualSense Charging Hook – coming to the U.S. and Japan.  Play Video The new PlayStation gaming monitor pairs nicely with our recently announced Pulse Elevate wireless speakers, which features lifelike desktop audio and seamless voice chat. Both products were designed with the PS5 desktop gaming experience in mind, offering a high-quality visual and audio desktop experience for those who want the option of playing in personal spaces. Developed by Sony Interactive Entertainment, the new 27” Gaming Monitor delivers stunning visuals from the latest PS5 games to your desktop, featuring: A Quad High Definition (QHD) IPS display up to 2560 x 1440 resolution,* so players can game at a comfortable viewing distance from their desk. High Dynamic Range support with Auto HDR Tone Mapping that automatically adjusts HDR settings during setup on PS5 and PS5 Pro consoles, ensuring rich and vivid picture quality.*  VRR support and refresh rates of up to 120 Hz for smooth and seamless gameplay on PS5 and PS5 Pro consoles, and 240 Hz on compatible PC and Mac devices.  A built-in Charging Hook for a DualSense or DualSense Edge wireless controller (sold separately) that makes it easy for players to get right into gaming. View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image View and download image Download the image close Close Download this image The new PlayStation gaming monitor supports VESA mounting and also has a full suite of audio and connectivity options, including USB ports for your PlayStation Link adapter: Two HDMI IN port (ver 2.1) and one DisplayPort IN port (ver 1.4)** for compatibility with PS5, PC, Mac, or other devices HDMI IN port (ver 2.1) supports up to 2560×1440, 240Hz, FRL, VRR; DisplayPort IN port (ver 1.4) supports up to 2560×1440, 240Hz, DSC Two USB Type-A and one USB Type-C port that can be used with PlayStation Link Adapters or other devices Built-in stereo speaker and 3.5mm audio output Compatibility with select VESA mounting systems for a more flexible display setup PlayStation’s 27” Gaming Monitor with DualSense Charging Hook will launch in 2026 in the U.S. and in Japan. Stay tuned for more information on launch date and availability in the coming months! *Features available with compatible devices and supported games, sold separately. **HDMI / DisplayPort cable not included.

Title: If you own any Steam Deck verified games, then you've already got a guarantee they'll work on the Steam Machine Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 20:25:50 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/if-you-own-any-steam-deck-verified-games-then-youve-already-got-a-guarantee-theyll-work-on-the-steam-machine How about that Steam Machine, 'ey? Consoles are now computers and computers are now consoles. What a topsy turvy world we're living in! I'm sure you have lots of questions, a lot of which I hope can be answered by James' hands-on look at the thing, but you may still be wondering how you'll know what games will actually work on it. The Steam Deck has its fancy verified badge that certifies that a game runs on the handheld, and it turns out that same badge is one that'll come in handy for the Steam Machine. Read more

Title: Thanks to a massive community vote, Jagex are removing RuneScape's notorious Treasure Hunter microtransactions Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 19:03:16 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/thanks-to-a-massive-community-vote-jagex-are-removing-runescapes-notorious-treasure-hunter-microtransactions Oh I do love a win! Today's is quite a surprising one, coming in the form of Jagex willingly removing some microtransactions from RuneScape after more than 120,000 people voted in favour of having them permanently removed from the game. To be frank, I am genuinely unsure if I have… well, ever seen a company do this simply because everyone hated them so much. Read more

Title: Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2's latest patch offers up fixes, as a roadmap promises more improvements Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 18:10:55 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/vampire-the-masquerade-bloodlines-2s-latest-patch-offers-up-fixes-as-a-roadmap-promises-more-improvements Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 is, in Dominic's own words, "merely okay." I haven't played it myself, so I can't comment there, the general consensus seems to be in agreement on that point however. The Chinese Room are working on turning that around at least! Today they released a new patch for the RPG, containing a bunch of fixes, and offered up a small roadmap of improvements and DLC to come. Read more

Title: The Steam Frame is real, and Valve want it to be the last VR headset you'll ever buy Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 18:02:54 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-steam-frame-is-real-and-valve-want-it-to-be-the-last-vr-headset-youll-ever-buy Deckard lives. Valve have officially announced the long-leaked Steam Frame virtual reality headset, and as rumoured, it is indeed a hybrid VR kit: one that can play both high-fidelity games streamed from a PC, and simpler stuff that’s installed on the headset itself. A departure, then, from the Valve Index’s pure focus on cabled-up PC VR. Yet neither is it a Meta Quest 3 with a Valve badge on it. Besides its smartphone-spec internals breaking new ground for the kind of hardware that Steam games can run on, the Frame is built with modularity in mind, potentially making it as upgradable and long-lived as an actual PC. As well as their other new gear, the refreshed Steam Machine and Steam Controller, I gave the Steam Frame a test run during a recent Valve visit, and mostly liked what I saw – though it’ll need to make sure its ambitions to do everything in the VR space are more firmly realised than they are right now. Read more

Title: Valve’s new Steam Controller aims to entice a broader field of PC players, which I fear already includes me Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 18:00:19 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/valves-new-steam-controller-aims-to-entice-a-broader-field-of-pc-players-which-i-fear-already-includes-me Anyone who appreciated the weirdness of the original Steam Controller – and it still has its fans, despite ceasing production in 2019 – might look at this new version and think "Oi, that’s just a Steam Deck with the screen cut out." An accusation to which Valve, one suspects, might respond by slowly leaning forwards, eyes so wide they resemble the old version’s trackpads, staring the increasingly frightened sceptic in the face and whispering: "Yes." Except the new Steam Controller has more to it than merely transplanting the Deck inputs to a homebound gamepad. Having squeezed, caressed, and on a couple of occasions nearly dropped it on the floor of Valve HQ last month, I can tell it’s already boding well not just as a controller for mouse-minded PC games, but as a general purpose pad for everything else. Read more