Retro gamers are often frustrated when titles disappear from the Microsoft Store. Happenings in the xCloud backend may be a prelude to Xbox 360 games and other favorites returning. The company has promised to implement backward compatibility on PCs and existing and new Xbox consoles.

Pearl Abyss found another way to improve the graphics in its immersive open-world adventure. A new Crimson Desert PS5 Pro patch makes PSSR upscaling available in quality mode. While anti-aliasing sharpens scenery in the PS5 Pro enhanced game, frame rates dip more frequently below 30 fps.

It can be frustrating when a Steam game doesn’t run as well as developers promise. New code in the store’s client hints that listings will display user-generated performance data. Valve also started anonymously tracking FPS counts on SteamOS devices, which will soon include the Steam Machine.

More information about the Steam Controller has leaked, revealing the initial setup. The datamine is the latest sign that Valve is preparing to launch its trio of new hardware. Not slowed by the memory shortage, the company could ship the PC controller ahead of the Steam Machine release date.

Support studios for Sony Interactive Entertainment are adopting a new philosophy. XDev and Valkyrie Entertainment stress PlayStation exclusivity, while omitting multiplatform references. Rumors hint that Sony is cutting back on PS5 PC ports to incentivize buyers to purchase its consoles.

The March Steam survey highlights how more gamers are settling for lower-end PCs and laptops. With DDR4 and DDR5 RAM prices skyrocketing due to the memory shortage, buyers are opting for 16 GB capacities. Modules totaling 32 GB lost the top spot in the report, but GPUs with ample VRAM are rising.

Update | Gamers in the United States with dwindling budgets can save up to $50 on Sony’s marketplace. Cash App has introduced a 50% off deal for any PS4 or PS5 game or games listed on the PlayStation Store. The discount comes immediately after the criticized PS5 price increase on consoles. Update: Shoppers are reporting that the offer is no longer is available.

Enterprising gamers continue to look for ways to expand Switch 2 storage. In the latest promising development, the handheld has recognized an external M.2 SSD drive. Other adapters connected to the system’s MicroSD Express card slot produced error messages.

Gamers may notice an unexpected newcomer to Xbox Game Pass on April 3rd. The AAA basketball sim NBA 2K26 will expand the Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and PC catalogs. Microsoft gave no prior hint that the sports game praised for its realistic gameplay would join the subscription service.

Lower cost digital Switch 2 games have given budgets a slight reprieve. Even so, a former retail-focused Nintendo employee believes a more expensive console could wipe out those savings. If the memory shortage prompts a price increase, the company might counter with other discounts.

One researcher anticipates a cloud gaming boom due to skyrocketing console costs. Michael Pachter predicts that a high PS6 price will drive buyers to the more affordable streaming solution. Even so, latency and a limited catalog of titles may keep some gamers loyal to PlayStation hardware.

On its May 19th release date, Forza Horizon 6 will refresh the open-world racer series with a new location. Some players have wondered if the diverse Japanese map would seem too barren. A leaked Forza Horizon 6 preview describes abundant traffic and detailed Tokyo and countryside scenery.

If Asia is any indication, other parts of the world could see memory prices fall further. After U.S. and European buyers noticed fluctuations, TrendForce found sharp declines in retail DDR5 RAM costs in China. Yet, critical DRAM manufacturers insist that demand from AI data centers remains steady.

The actor voicing Bowser in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has alluded to a sequel. In a recent interview, Jack Black suggested a third Mario movie may arrive in 2029. Nintendo films are growing in number, with The Legend of Zelda set to premiere in 2027 and a Star Fox picture rumored.

If founder Tim Sweeney leaves Epic Games, a tech insider says Disney may seek a controlling interest. Disney already made a massive investment in Fortnite to create an interactive world with its characters. The owner of the Star Wars IP has floundered when developing and publishing games in-house.

To keep the PS6 price reasonable, Sony may sacrifice a larger SSD and an optical drive. A leaker thinks that neural texture compression could result in trimmer game sizes than expected. The PS5 price increase and storage shortage have other analysts predicting a $1000 MSRP.

The voice actor for Kliff agrees with Crimson Desert reviews that call the open-world game’s story shallow. Alec Newman details how Pearl Abyss procrastinated about deciding on a plot. Despite his objections, the title shipped with a narrative that many players find nonsensical.

A reliable leaker has disclosed Nintendo’s release schedule as far out as 2027. NateTheHate discussed Switch 2 games like Star Fox and an Ocarina of Time remake on his latest podcast. A former PR Manager for the company believes an irate Nintendo may need to reshuffle its marketing strategy.

Crimson Desert got off to a rocky start on Sony’s popular base console. Performance mode offered the highest frame rates but degraded the lush scenery of Pywel. A new PS5 patch adds 4K output and FSR upscaling to this preset, resulting in smooth gameplay with less blurriness.

U.S. buyers are starting to see memory prices level off at major retailers. Amazon shoppers will find that some Corsair Vengeance DDR5 RAM is now slightly more affordable. Google’s TurboQuant algorithm may allow AI data centers to use fewer modules, increasing supply for gamers.

Gamers are afraid that the PS6 and new Xbox console will stretch even generous budgets. The PS5 price increase has made the prospect of upgrading to the Sony and Microsoft consoles frightening. Multiple analysts expect that the PS6 and Project Helix could cost buyers $1000 or more.

Deal | It’s not often that buyers will find a deep discount on a manufacturer’s top OLED TV. The LG G5 improves on WOLED panels, with class-leading brightness and more precise colors. A Greentoe deal on the 65-inch and 77-inch models beats the previous Amazon low sale price for the LG TV.

Higher PS5 and PS5 Pro prices have rocked the industry and strained already depleted budgets. Even so, one analyst predicts the Switch 2 may not be an affordable alternative for long. Nintendo and Xbox consoles are facing a stubborn memory shortage and challenges due to the Iran conflict.

NateTheHate provided followers with a mixed bag of unofficial Switch 2 announcements. A 3D Mario release date in 2027 will cause groans, but a new Zelda game could headline the holiday season. The insider says a full-fledged The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake is incoming.

A new report explains how Battlefield 6 may have taken years longer to surface without AI tools. Developers relied on machine learning to make lip movements appear more natural and modify facial animations. Despite the lack of a Steam disclosure, gamers also believe the company approved AI images.

European gamers are anxious following a rumor about a PS5, PS5 Pro, and PS Portal price increase. While unconfirmed, the MSRP of the PlayStation consoles may rise by €100. Sony previously claimed that it could survive the memory shortage that has disrupted the gaming world.

Microsoft may already be thinking about a successor to Project Helix. A popular insider insists that another new Xbox console will follow the hybrid system. An Xbox handheld could appear on or after the Helix release date, but the company faces stiff competition from Valve and Sony.

If the PS6 ships by late 2027, Sony needs studios to prepare for its arrival. According to industry veteran Jeff Gerstmann, plans to support the new console may be progressing rapidly. A recommitment to exclusives could signal that PlayStation is thinking about PS6 games for its launch.

Sony’s new concept caters to console gamers who are also smartphone addicts. The patent shows a mobile phone connected to a DualSense PS5 controller, providing additional inputs. PS5 and PS6 games may support touchscreen controls or make use of a second screen.

With a potentially high PS6 price, there are concerns that the console will struggle. The Alderon Games founder thinks improvements in ray tracing won’t tempt many buyers. Sony could find more success converting PS4 owners who have been waiting for a substantial upgrade.