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A screengrab from the Postal: Bullet Paradise Trailer (image source: GamersPrey YT)

Postal: Bullet Paradise canceled amid AI asset accusations as developer studio shuts down

Running With Scissors has canceled its upcoming spinoff Postal: Bullet Paradise following a wave of fan accusations that outsourced developer Goonswarm Games used generative AI for the game’s assets, an allegation that the studio ...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 08 Dec 2025 08:16

An artists concept of the FFR Mission’s robotic system payload (Image source: Motiv Space Systems; edited)

NASA to send a robotic arm into low Earth orbit

NASA and its partners plan to launch a commercial robotic arm to low Earth orbit in late 2027. This move is set to provide opportunities for advancing in-space robotics, which scientists believe will be crucial in future space mis...

Chibuike Okpara, 08 Dec 2025 08:07

Todd Howard at E3 2019 (image source: SpottinGames YT)

Todd Howard says AI is only a ‘tool,’ emphasizes human creativity as Bethesda avoids AI-generated game content

Bethesda's Todd Howard said artificial intelligence should serve strictly as a production “tool,” stressing that human intention and artistry must remain at the heart of game development in a conversation with Eurogamer.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 08 Dec 2025 07:22

The Sniper Elite Classics Collection is worth $242.94. Pictured: Steam Deck with the latest game from the series. (Image source: Valve - edited)

Deal | Humble Bundle revives Steam Deck-ready tactical shooter bundle for holiday season

The Sniper Elite Classics Collection is now back on Humble Bundle. This holiday special rebundle brings five tactical shooter games that are playable on the Steam Deck. They are worth over $240 but can be purchased for just $14.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 08 Dec 2025 07:12

Astell & Kern has launched the AK HC5 USB DAC with Digital Audio Remaster (DAR) technology to upscale lower-resolution DSD and PCM inputs. (Image source: Astell & Kern)

Astell & Kern unveils the AK HC5 ultra-high resolution USB DAC

Astell & Kern has introduced the AK HC5, an ultra‑high‑resolution USB DAC supporting balanced and unbalanced headphones, featuring ultra-low distortion, high-resolution music playback coupled with Digital Audio Remaster (DAR) tech...

David Chien, 08 Dec 2025 06:36

A god's eye view of an underwater city in addition to the UI on display in Aquatico (image source: SteamDB)

Deal | This underwater city builder and colony sim is available at a 70% discount on Steam

The game allows players to explore, inhabit, and expand their settlement on the ocean floor, beautifully rendered with stunning visuals, even as reviews indicate a mixed reception at best from gamers.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 08 Dec 2025 03:55

Sony partners with J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot Games for new PS5 & PC co-op shooter led by Left 4 Dead creator Mike Booth

Sony has partnered with J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot Games for an ambitious new four-player co-op shooter for PS5 and PC, led by Left 4 Dead creator Mike Booth. Framed as Bad Robot Games’ first fully in-house project, the collaboration ...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 08 Dec 2025 03:43

Asus ROG Xbox Ally resting on desktop (Image source: Andreas Osthoff)

Deal | Budget version of Asus ROG Xbox Ally X gaming handheld now at its lowest price to date

After a release date price hike, the ROG Xbox Ally wasn't tempting enough for some buyers. However, with a discount of over $100, it’s a better match for the Steam Deck OLED or Legion Go S. For much less than the ROG Xbox Ally X, ...

Adam Corsetti, 08 Dec 2025 03:29

A screengrab from Monster Hunter Wilds (image source: Steam Community)

Monster Hunter Wilds director urges veterans to ‘give it another chance’ after difficulty backlash and slowing sales

Monster Hunter Wilds director Yuga Tokuda has acknowledged that the game’s lowered difficulty curve may have alienated series veterans, contributing to slowed sales and early player drop-off despite a strong 10 million+ launch. Sp...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 08 Dec 2025 03:22

The Legion Go 2's TrueStrike Controllers can be purchased for the Legion Go. (Image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo Legion Go 2 Controllers now available to buy on Amazon, starting at $59.99

The Lenovo Legion Go 2's Truestrike controllers are compatible with the original Legion Go. Now, available to buy on Amazon, interested buyers can purchase them for their improved ergonomics and additional features they have over ...

Habeeb Onawole, 08 Dec 2025 01:29

The Tactix 8 is one of several high-end smartwatches eligible to test Beta Version 20.23. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Fenix 8 Pro and other high-end smartwatches receive vibration fix with new update

Garmin has quietly introduced a new beta update for high-end smartwatches including the Fenix 8 Pro. Available globally as a free update, Beta Version 20.23 resolves a recent issue affecting vibration patterns when charging.

Alex Alderson, 08 Dec 2025 00:28

The X1 Air is the latest member in the OneXPlayer X1 series. (Image source: One-Netbook)

New OneXPlayer X1 reveals itself with Intel Panther Lake, Arc B370 and 32 GB RAM

Several leaks have highlighted specifications for the first Intel Panther Lake handheld. Equipped with a different processor and iGPU than expected, the new OneXPlayer X1 will feature more RAM than competing AMD and Intel gaming h...

Alex Alderson, 08 Dec 2025 00:09

Barebones Valve Steam Machine with $399 price shown (Image source: Valve with edits)

Leaker suggests barebones Steam Machine with $399 price to address DDR5 RAM shortage

Valve may consider shifting the burden of finding affordable components to buyers. A prominent leaker proposes selling a barebones Steam Machine without memory, storage, or controller. The company could still offer the $399 gaming...

Adam Corsetti, 07 Dec 2025 23:31

A Samsung foundry (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung set to retake No. 1 DRAM spot from SK hynix with massive earnings rebound and surging memory prices

Samsung Electronics is projected to end 2025 in the top spot in the global DRAM market. The South Korean giant is overtaking SK hynix after a jump in profit powered by sharply rising DRAM prices.

David Odejide, 07 Dec 2025 21:57

Tesla Phone Key feature. (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla finally puts an end to forgetting iPhones in the car

Tesla's big 2025 Holiday Update will soon be rolling out to customers with a plethora of new features. Some of those are true Christmas miracles that owners have been wishing on for a long, long time.

Daniel Zlatev, 07 Dec 2025 20:13

The real bottleneck for AI growth: A typical electrical substation representing the local grid capacity challenges that Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella cited. (Image source: Freepik.com)

The GPU war is over: Nadella says AI’s new ceiling is the power grid

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella confirms the GPU shortage is over. The new AI bottleneck is power: Microsoft has chips sitting in inventory it can't plug in. Why the race for data center grid capacity and Small Modular Reactors (SMRs)...

Darryl Linington, 07 Dec 2025 20:11

The OnePlus Ace 6T. (Source: Bald Panda)

Snapdragon 8 Gen 5: CPU and GPU benchmarks showcase OnePlus Ace 6T performance

So far, Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 has only been featured on the OnePlus Ace 6T. That phone has now been put through the usual CPU and GPU benchmarks, to see how its chipset performs in comparison to last year's Snapdragon ...

Ricci Rox, 07 Dec 2025 19:01

Sega confirms it will use AI in game development ‘only in appropriate use cases’ as rising costs push studios toward efficiency

Sega Sammy Holdings has confirmed it will adopt AI to boost efficiency in game development amid rising costs, but pledges to limit its use to “appropriate” non-creative workflows to avoid fan and industry backlash. The move comes ...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 07 Dec 2025 18:30

Splatterworld's English translated menu pictured (image source Romhacking.net)

Unreleased 1993 Splatterhouse JRPG 'Splatter World' finally playable after 32 years with English translation patch

A long-rumored 1993 Famicom JRPG spin-off, Splatterworld: Rick to Kyofu no Daiou, has finally become fully playable after a prototype ROM surfaced and fan group Aeon Genesis released an English translation patch. The game’s unexpe...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 07 Dec 2025 18:17

The AW3423DWF has a 34-inch 1800R curved QD-OLED panel. Pictured: a setup with the gaming monitor. (Image source: Dell)

Deal | 'Amazing' Alienware AW3423DWF QD-OLED gaming monitor drops to new record-low price

The Alienware AW3423DWF is currently enjoying a generous discount. This 34-inch curved QD-OLED gaming monitor, featuring a QHD resolution and 165Hz refresh rate, is now available for $499.99, which is a new record-low price on Ama...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 07 Dec 2025 16:13

The Jolla Phone will begin to ship by the end of Q2 2026. (Image source: Jolla)

New Jolla Phone arrives with SailfishOS 5; available to pre-order for €499

Jolla is back with a new smartphone with a new version of Sailfish OS. However, it won't be mass produced until next year, and with shipping expected to begin at the end of H1 2026.

Habeeb Onawole, 07 Dec 2025 15:29

Apple MacBook Pro 14 with an M4 chipset. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

From Jony Ive to Johny Strouji: Apple iPhone and Mac chip designer set to leave for an AI company

Apple has lost a lot of talent to Meta and other Silicon Valley juggernauts lately, and the departures will keep coming. Its inability to craft a solid AI-centric approach may be to blame.

Daniel Zlatev, 07 Dec 2025 14:47

Motorola Edge 60 Neo review. (Image source: Marcus Herbrich)

Compact smartphone with fantastic battery life: Motorola Edge 60 Neo verdict

Despite its compact size, the Motorola Edge 60 Neo delivers excellent battery life, even though the stylish Android phone doesn't have a silicon-carbon battery. Beyond its battery capacity, this budget-friendly smartphone has a lo...

Marcus Herbrich, 07 Dec 2025 14:16

It's unclear what Android version PlugOS is based on. Pictured: PlugMate running through an iPhone. (Image source: TrustKernel)

TrustKernel intros PlugOS for PlugMate, allowing Android to run on iPhone, Mac, and more

PlugOS has made a formal debut as an Android-based secure operating system that PlugMate runs on. This combination offers the ability to run Android on different devices, including Mac, iPhone, and iPad.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 07 Dec 2025 12:59

Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk reimagined as robotic dogs by Beeple (image source: @beeple_crap on IG, edited)

Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg and Jeff Bezos unleashed as robotic, picture-pooping dogs

Robots are capable of many things: they can be used as household helpers, factory workers or in the healthcare sector. However, one of the most amusing uses of current robot dogs is probably to impersonate prominent figures such a...

Nicole Dominikowski, 07 Dec 2025 12:21

The Anbernic RG DS is based on the Nintendo DSi XL. (Image source: Anbernic)

Anbernic rolls out an update to fix the RG DS ahead of shipping

The Anbernic RG DS will begin shipping very soon to those who pre-ordered it. However, when it arrives to the owners, it should run a new software version that has fixed issues that were discovered by early testers.

Habeeb Onawole, 07 Dec 2025 12:16

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 G6 (image source: Notebookcheck)

Lenovo's ThinkPad X13 G6 is compact, but keyboard and display hinges are weak points

The ThinkPad X-series has a ling tradition as compact business companions. Lenovo wants to improve the mobility even further with the new ThinkPad X13 G6, but this affects the quality and both the keyboard as well as the display h...

Andreas Osthoff, 07 Dec 2025 11:18

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra. (Image Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 17 Ultra: Flagship camera phone could be set to debut even sooner than expected

According to a new leak, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra could be much closer to launch than expected. The flagship phone has now been rumored to be set to debut this month in China, potentially before Christmas, even.

Ricci Rox, 07 Dec 2025 11:09

This could be the OnePlus Pad Go 2. (Image Source: Bald Panda)

OnePlus Pad Go 2: More details of upcoming mid-range tablet surface

After releasing the Ace 6 and Ace 6T in China, OnePlus seemingly has a new tablet in the works as well. This tablet is said to be a mid-range offering based on an Oppo model, and is expected to launch globally as the OnePlus Pad ...

Ricci Rox, 07 Dec 2025 10:11

A Steam Deck (Image source: Petar via Unsplash; cropped)

Deal | Humble Bundle discounts $203 worth of Steam Deck-compatible games to $20

Humble Bundle has introduced a new game bundle to its current collection — Team 17 - Chains of Command Encore. This bundle is worth $203 and is selling for $20. It will expire on December 9, 2025.

Chibuike Okpara, 07 Dec 2025 09:32

Windows 11 Full Screen Experience (FSE) interface displayed on a monitor with an Xbox controller used for navigation (Image source: YouTube/ETA Prime)

Windows 11 Full Screen Experience (FSE) tested on an RTX 5050 laptop shows Quick Resume–like behaviour seen on Xbox Series X/S consoles and reduced RAM usage

Microsoft’s Xbox Full Screen Experience (FSE) is now accessible on standard Windows 11 desktops and laptops through the Insider programme, offering a console-style launcher, streamlined navigation and reduced background overhead. ...

Yetnesh Dubey, 07 Dec 2025 09:11

Another round of new free games spotted on Steam. Pictured: edited screenshot from Just A Scare. (Image source: Steam - edited)

Deal | Steam expands its free games collection with more new additions

The free games collection on Steam has expanded once again. These newly spotted freebies were mostly released in late November 2025, and so far, a good number of them already have good player ratings.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 07 Dec 2025 07:50

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 series is on sale at Amazon. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Deal | Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 at lowest price ever on Amazon

Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 smartwatches, available in 40 mm and 44 mm sizes, have dropped to their lowest prices ever on Amazon for the holidays. Both models arrived in July 2025 with brighter displays and thinner bodies compared to t...

David Chien, 07 Dec 2025 07:10

Phantom Blade Zero banner (Image source: screenshot, Sony PlayStation YouTube with edits)

Phantom Blade Zero release date reveal announced for The Game Awards, launching on PC and PS5

The stylistic action-RPG Phantom Blade Zero will play a role at The Game Awards 2025. Developed by the Chinese S-Game studio, it aims to turn all combatants into skilled martial artists. After a release date announcement at the sh...

Adam Corsetti, 07 Dec 2025 05:02

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Remake banner (Image source: screenshot, Sony PlayStation YouTube with edits)

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Remake news could come at The Game Awards

One of the most beloved Star Wars games may soon reemerge on PCs and consoles. A respected leaker has provided more hints about what title could make headlines at The Game Awards. The Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic remake ...

Adam Corsetti, 06 Dec 2025 23:26

An image showing LEGO Star Wars figurines. (Image source: matyasvargaphoto - Pixabay)

Leak reveals prices for LEGO Star Wars Smart Play sets planned for March 2026

The prices of LEGO Star Wars Smart Play sets have been leaked, and that's not all, as several details have also been revealed. But beware, as some changes may still occur until March 2026.

Alexis Stegmann, 06 Dec 2025 21:09

Render pictures of the entire Samsung Galaxy S26 series have been discovered in One UI 8.5 (Image source: TT Technology)

Samsung Galaxy S26: First render images found in One UI 8.5 beta

Rather bland render images of the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus and Galaxy S26 Ultra have now appeared in a beta version of One UI 8.5. Additionally, Samsung is finally expected to catch up with Apple and Google by equipping the Gal...

Alexander Fagot, 06 Dec 2025 21:07

A poster from Bungie's late 2025 closed Marathon testing announcement article. A person's silhouette is depicted. (Image source: marathonthegame.com)

Bungie’s Marathon plagiarism scandal: Artist Fern ‘Antireal’ Hook says dispute with Bungie and Sony 'resolved'

Scottish artist Fern “Antireal” Hook says her dispute with Bungie and Sony over alleged plagiarism of her 2017 poster designs in the upcoming game Marathon has been resolved to her satisfaction, closing one of 2025’s most high-pro...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 06 Dec 2025 20:37

A banner lauding Tigz's achievement on X (image source: Escape from Tarkov X)

Twitch streamer ‘Tigz’ became the first player to truly escape from Tarkov after 150 hours on Terminal

Twitch streamer and longtime Escape From Tarkov veteran Tigz has become the first player to trigger a proper ending to the notoriously unforgiving extraction shooter, escaping via the new Terminal map after roughly 150 hours of fo...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 06 Dec 2025 19:26

The Dongfeng EV01 SUV with BeiDou integration. (Image source: Dongfeng)

China launches first BeiDou car that doesn't probe American GPS system for navigation

China has achieved a clean national security break with the US-based Global Positioning System when it comes to passenger vehicle navigation. Key privacy data, like the vehicle's destination or location, now stay local.

Daniel Zlatev, 06 Dec 2025 18:42

Lobster shells turned into biohybrid robot grippers (Image source: Create Lab EPFL)

Engineers convert lobster shells into robot parts that lift, grip, and swim; could usher in more sustainable robots

A group of engineers has converted discarded lobster shells into robot parts that can lift, grip, and even swim. The feat could help repurpose crustacean waste into useful and sustainable robotic components.

David Odejide, 06 Dec 2025 17:20

Battle Brothers is available on Steam with a 70% discount until December 9. (Image source: PlayStation Store)

Deal | “Celebrated on Steam, and rightly so” – popular tactical RPG finally available again for under $10

Currently available again for around $9, this tactical RPG puts you in charge of a band of mercenaries hunting down a notorious outlaw. Well-reviewed and praised for its depth, Battle Brothers offers a demanding and highly rewardi...

Marius Müller, 06 Dec 2025 16:22

The Steam Machine does not meet the HDMI Forum’s licensing requirements and is therefore not certified for HDMI 2.1. (Image source: Steam)

The Steam Machine and the HDMI drama – why 4K/120 fps isn’t happening

The new Steam Machine is sparking debate because it officially supports only the older HDMI 2.0b standard, even though the hardware itself can handle HDMI 2.1. The limitation stems from licensing rules imposed by the HDMI Forum, w...

Marius Müller, 06 Dec 2025 16:05

Tesla Model Y colors. (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla FSD now allows phone usage while driving, and gift subscription to HW3 vehicle owners

Tesla is not offering to admit any liability in case something goes wrong when the driver is using their phone while on FSD, though. Those who'd like to give the gift of FSD to others can now do so in the form of a subscription ca...

Daniel Zlatev, 06 Dec 2025 15:32

The AiPaper Reader C runs on Android 16. Pictured: the front of the eReader. (Image source: Viwoods)

Viwoods launches new Android eReader with color E Ink display and SIM support

The ViWoods AiPaper Reader C is now available to purchase. It's a new eReader that runs on Android 16, has a phone-sized form factor, and comes with a colorful E Ink display. The retail price is $349.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 06 Dec 2025 14:44

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