Nintendo said the price of the Switch 2 in the U.S. will rise from $449.99 to $499.99. In Japan, Nintendo will hike the price from 49,980 yen to 59,980 yen.

The drunken antics and first kisses of a trio of tenacious teens make for silly yet undeniably enjoyable gameplay, framed by a playlist of bona fide bangers

Already available on Switch 2 since last February, Gear.Club Unlimited 3 will also be released on PS5, Xbox Series, and PC in October 2026. Publisher…

Check out the new Ravenswatch trailer to see what you can expect with the free Songs of Thieves update, which brings new enemies, new challenges, and new rewards. The Songs of Thieves update for Ravenswatch will be available on May 27, 2026. Ravenswatch is available now on PlayStation 4 (PS4), PlayStation 5 (PS5), Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC (Steam). It is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in fall 2026.

The well-received title was developed by a single person.

New Xbox boss Asha Sharma is reportedly “treading carefully” as she works out what to do with exclusive games.

Honeycomb Aviation's Echo flight controller takes the form-factor of a modern console controller and packs it full of aviation-specific inputs. The results rule.

Valve has released Steam Controller CAD files under a Creative Commons license, giving modders a way to create custom shells and accessories while stock remains limited.

Where is the threshold for adequate Steam Deck performance? No one seems to know.

GameCentral prepares for the launch of Directive 8020 by listing some of the best sci-fi horror video games ever made, from big publishers and indie devs.

A laptop can be used as a monitor for an Xbox in a pinch if you use Xbox’s remote play feature or if you use a capture card (which is for older Xbox models)

LG’s UltraGear 45GX950B adds AI features like upscaling and scene optimization while keeping the same OLED panel and core specs as its predecessor.

Learn how a simple hardware swap can make your ageing PS4 feel like a different machine.

When playing on your Nintendo Switch 2, you should avoid using the wrong microSD card, playing without Joy-Con straps, and connecting it to third-party docks.

While it’s getting on in years, the Steam Deck is still the most popular PC gaming handheld around, and here’s four devices you can easily connect it to.

A simple guide to an expensive purchase – here are five things you need to consider when buying a games console.

Check out the Nintendo Switch 2 Accolades Trailer for Kena: Bridge of Spirits, a third-person action-adventure platformer developed by Ember Labs. Players will take Kena's journey to the sacred Mountain Shrine on the go to embark on a grand adventure with the help of her Rot friends. Solve puzzles, take on grueling bosses, and expand Kena's spirit abilities throughout the narrative. Don't miss the critical reception behind Kena: Bridge of Spirits, available now for Nintendo Switch 2 alongside PlayStation 4 (PS4), PlayStation 5 (PS5), Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam).

It’s loud. It’s fast. It’s full Orky chaos. Check out the latest Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks trailer to see racing and action-packed gameplay from this Ork vehicle combat game. Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks will be available on PlayStation 5 (PS5) and Xbox Series X|S on May 21, 2026. It is also already available now on PC. It will feature full cross-play.

The man really wants to go to space.

Facepunch says S&box launch day went “pretty much exactly as expected.”

Sony is under fire yet again in 2026, but it’s not due to increasing PlayStation hardware prices, but rather a new rumored DRM measure.

What a way to find out I’m a coward.

Valve already has the best handheld foundation around, so the new Steam Deck 2 just needs smarter upgrades in the places that matter most.

Sony boosts PlayStation and Microsoft promotes Xbox, but the Valve boss said Steam takes a slightly different approach.

Xbox’s next console is shaping up to be the most honest disappointment in gaming history — Asha Sharma will look you dead in the eye, tell you it’s going to cost a lot, and somehow still make you root for her. The RAMmageddon was always coming. Turns out, it just decided to set up camp in your wallet.

The video game highlights of May include exclusives from Xbox and Nintendo, as well as new Batman and James Bond adventures.

The Monday letters page worries that The Elder Scrolls 6 may be outdated before it’s ever released, as a reader hopes that Fast Fusion gets some multiplayer DLC.

The daily games hiding inside the Apple News app are my favorite puzzles to play — available to News+ and Apple One Premier subscribers.

Nintendo’s original Switch is weaker than today’s handhelds, but in 2026, its simplicity feels less like a weakness and more like the whole point.

The new game from the creators of “Returnal” goes all-in on the PlayStation’s haptics and 3D audio. Maybe it will catch on with other game developers.

Konami lost the game’s original code prior to releasing the HD Collection.

Those who don’t verify their age will lose access to voice chat, messaging and other social features.

Xbox is testing a new tier of Game Pass for Discord Nitro subscribers.

At the same time, the “Microsoft Gaming” name adopted in 2022 has been dropped, and it’s all back to Xbox again.

Screenbound is a dual-world action adventure where a 2D handheld game and the 3D world around it exist at the same time — and you control both.You’ve discovered the Qboy, a strange device you found in your mom’s garage. This handheld console is unlike any other because when you power it on, reality splits!  Embark on an adventure through this unknown world, switching between the realistic 3D world and a retro-styled 2D world, solving puzzles and defeating enemies while uncovering an exciting story in an unknown world.Screenbound is coming to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, Steam (PC), Xbox Cloud.

Sony has begun rolling out PlayStation age verification for users in the UK and Ireland.

Get a fresh look at gameplay and the setting of Vapor World: Over The Mind in this latest trailer for the upcoming narrative-driven Souls-like platformer game. Vapor World: Over The Mind will be available on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox on PC, Xbox Cloud, and Xbox Game Pass. It is also coming to Steam, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5 (PS5). A demo will be available in June 2026.Lost in darkness, a boy drawn into a twisted dream, no way out. Vapor World is a narrative-driven Souls-like platformer focused on deflection combat set in the atmospheric world of dream. Descend within a shattered mind seeking lost memories. Face a dark, beautiful world born of anguish and regret.

Mistfall Hunter is a dark fantasy action extraction RPG where you and up to three fellow Gyldhunters venture into the Gyldenmist. Together, you will face monstrous foes and rival teams, all while battling to return with valuable goods and powerful gear. Arriving July 2026 on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox on PC. Available at launch via Xbox Game Pass. Add it to your wishlist to prepare for the hunt.

Shigeru Miyamoto is perplexed by the negative reaction from critics to The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, as he doubles down on Peach’s new origin story for future games.

Wherefore art thou, o god game?

Check out the Console Demo Launch Trailer for Bubsy 4D, an action exploration 3D platformer developed by Fabraz. Players will take on new challenges as Bubsy the bobcat in an all-new adventure. Traverse alien planets, collect yarn, and battle enemies on a grand excursion. The demo for Bubsy 4D is available now for PlayStation 4 (PS4), PlayStation 5 (PS5), Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC (Steam), with the game launching on May 22.

The Thursday letters page explains why the PS5 Pro is worth it for certain gamers, as a reader is dubious about the Life Is Strange TV series.

New Call of Duty games will be added to the subscription service “about a year” after release, Microsoft said.

Here's a look at the Console Launch Trailer for Drop Duchy: Complete Edition, a puzzle strategy roguelike game developed by Sleepy Mill Studio. Players will engage with the block mechanics to recruit troops, find resources, and attain victory. Drop Duchy: Complete Edition is available now for PlayStation 4 (PS4), PlayStation 5 (PS5), Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC (Steam).

IGN’s Xbox podcast host Ryan McCaffrey explains why Microsoft dropping the price of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate back to a more sane level is a great first step for new Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma towards fixing what ails Xbox, and what Sharma and the company still need to do in order to get Xbox fully back on track.

Watch the Season Echo Cinematic Trailer for Delta Force, a free-to-play action first-person shooter developed by Team Jade. Players can get the rundown on the latest season of Delta Force, showcasing some of the new elements being added to the game with a cinematic flair. Season Echo of Delta Force is available now for PlayStation 5 (PS5), Xbox Series X|S, iOS, Android, and PC.

As Game Pass undergoes a major overhaul and Project Helix edges closer to release, GameCentral asks whether the glory days of the Xbox 360 will ever come again.

Vampire Crawlers is a whole new style of game, and it works really well.

Don't miss the Nintendo Switch 2 Comparison Trailer for Overwatch, the hit first-person action hero shooter developed by Blizzard Entertainment. Players will be able to see a direct comparison from Nintendo Switch to Nintendo Switch 2 with better visuals, audio, and 60 FPS support in docked and handheld modes. Overwatch is available now for PlayStation 4 (PS4), PlayStation 5 (PS5), Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC (Steam).

PlayStation age verification is mandatory in June