Microsoft executives have stated that the company remains invested in making first-party hardware. Even so, YouTuber Austin Evans suggests that many OEMs will manufacture the next Xbox console. The hybrid PC/consoles would offer multiple performance tiers, with varying prices and features.
Even after a triumphant launch, Battlefield 6 does not have the same massive console player base as Call of Duty. New Circana data confirms that Call of Duty HQ remains ahead of the new Battlefield release. Black Ops 7 will add to the many military shooters that EA has to contend with.
Deal | Most dual mode 4K OLED monitors demand a serious investment. Fortunately, this LG display switches between detailed imagery and high-refresh-rate gameplay at a reasonable price. The recently released OLED gaming monitor is currently enjoying its steepest discount yet.
While there is much attention on the rumored PS6 handheld, the PS Portal may soon have more features. A store listing hinted that the handheld could stream games not in the PS Plus catalog. Mobile gamers would enjoy a larger selection of PS5 games available on the PlayStation Portal.
The new Razer Huntsman V3 Pro 8KHz contenders rely on familiar analog optical technology. Still, the higher polling rate and calibrated switches aim to lower already rock-bottom response times. Available in different form factors and colors, the wired Razer keyboards are even more customizable.
Digital Foundry is one of the first sites to evaluate the PS5 power saver mode. Demonβs Souls and Days Gone Remastered accomplished more efficient performance, but forced different compromises. The new mode could preview how PS5 games will run on the rumored PS6 handheld.
Studios are increasingly hesitant to embrace platform exclusives. The No Rest for the Wicked director shunned Xbox exclusivity even before Microsoft changed its philosophy. Companies are struggling with higher development costs, making the PS5 and Switch too lucrative to ignore.
Many PlayStation fans wish their DualSense offered the same innovations on every platform. The PS5 controller doesnβt emit advanced haptics when paired wirelessly with PCs. However, the third-party DSX app has discovered a way to achieve these rumbling effects through Bluetooth.
The third installment of the Final Fantasy 7 remake series may be further along than gamers had anticipated. Director Naoki Hamaguchi provided another promising update on Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3. He also went into detail about how developers are optimizing the Switch 2 port.
The former Blizzard President is among the fans critical of Microsoftβs views on exclusivity. Mike Ybarra argues that these titles still can be a selling point for consoles. Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive games are only available on the handheld and have encouraged buyers to adopt the system.
Developers of mature-themed titles are receiving conflicting responses when applying for Steam Early Access. The latest communication suggests that these titles are eligible for the program. Even so, threats from payment processors have already led to the delisting of some Steam games.
Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer addressed upcoming hardware in a Famitsu interview. While the ROG Xbox Ally is made by Asus, another new Xbox console will be a first-party system. It will offer the revamped Xbox experience, which blurs lines between platforms and may not include exclusive games.
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