An Australian retailer has denied a buyer’s request to replace a Corsair Vengeance DDR5 RAM kit. Despite qualifying for warranty coverage, Umart is only willing to issue a refund for the original purchase. Skyrocketing memory prices have made stores hesitate to agree to costly substitutes.

A notorious GTA 6 hacker has returned, hinting that the game’s source code may yet spread. Despite being in prison, Arion Kurtaj commented on materials stolen from Rockstar Games in 2022. A major leak could threaten the GTA 6 release date with its third delay.

Project Helix has been Microsoft's scheme to merge consoles and Windows PCs since 2016. Even before the Magnus-based hybrid began development, the company set these plans into motion. A 2016 Kotaku report hinted that the new Xbox console would be more upgradeable and support cross-platform games.

PS5 Pro players are discovering that parts of Resident Evil Requiem now look dramatically different. Digital Foundry analyzed a recent patch that switched off ray tracing in Raccoon City. There are fewer visual artifacts, but the drab city streets may be less enjoyable to explore with Leon.

Nintendo may hesitate to issue Switch 2 dev kits to some indie game studios. A developer for Dungeons of Dusk reports that, even after shipping the tools, the company is eager to filter out shovelware. Nintendo has also tweaked the eShop to stop prioritizing low-quality Switch 2 games.

A new analysis illustrates how some PC gamers lost patience with Sony’s cross-platform approach. More recent PlayStation exclusives also drew less interest than earlier ports. With disappointing sales, Sony may now permanently confine single-player PS5 games to its console.

Project Helix may have more in common with the Steam Machine than the PS6. A popular industry consultant argues that to top Valve’s system, the new Xbox console must target more than PC gamers. Xbox exclusive games would provide platform-specific alternatives to the massive Steam library.

Update | SteamDB has recorded changes to the Steam Machine, Steam Frame, and controller product pages. Previously listed as early 2026, the hardware now has “coming soon” release dates. The storage and memory shortage could prompt Valve to raise the Steam Machine price when it finally launches. Update: Valve's blog now reveals that it will ship the new hardware in 2026.

An insider claims the LEGO Horizon Adventures Switch port exists because of contractual obligations. With Sony possibly reconsidering its cross-platform support, future PS5 games may be unlikely to debut on the handheld. By contrast, Microsoft intends to launch more Xbox games on the Switch 2.

Gamers may have to form their own opinions about whether Marathon was worth the wait. Although not mandatory, Bungie has asked websites to postpone reviews, leaving Metacritic blank. Naysayers think the unremarkable Marathon Steam player count reflects a lack of confidence in the shooter.

Higher storage prices may be impacting the sales of Switch 2 games. A Bloomberg report describes how many buyers are balking at the cost of MicroSD Express cards. Bulky third-party titles and Game-Key Cards are quickly consuming the console’s 256GB internal drive.

Even though fewer PS5 exclusive games may debut on Steam, Sony wants PC gamers to buy its accessories. PlayStation now sells a DualSense PC bundle that includes the PS5 controller and USB-C cable. Capabilities like haptic feedback and adaptive triggers often require third-party apps.

Even with fading server slam participation, Bungie hopes to attract large audiences to its extraction shooter. That plan may eventually involve Marathon PS4 and Xbox One ports. A new ESRB page includes the platforms, but PlayStation and Microsoft do not list the consoles on their storefronts.

Details are emerging about how the PS5 Pro specs will benefit Crimson Desert. A new hands-on preview describes fluid 4K visuals, with performance that’s enhanced by upgraded PSSR upscaling. Despite positive signs, Pearl Abyss has yet to release footage of console versions.

PC users had become accustomed to single-player PS5 exclusive games eventually making it to Steam. However, that appears to be no longer the case, according to a new Bloomberg report. Jason Schreier suggests that disappointing sales and the new Xbox console are both factors.

Fans of Leon Kennedy may soon have more objectives to complete in Resident Evil Requiem DLC. A reliable leaker has heard that the federal agent will headline new content in 2026. An alternative way to play is also possible, with gamers hoping that the mercenaries mode returns.

Windows 12 could be another costly upgrade for supporters of Microsoft operating systems. A new report reveals that the AI-dominated OS will require AMD and Intel CPUs with a dedicated NPU. Possibly surfacing in late 2026, the follow-up to Windows 11 may also rely on subscriptions.

Deal | The 83-inch LG C5 OLED TV is now experiencing one of its lowest sale prices. Without needing an EDU discount, Greentoe has listed the 4K display for under $2300. The LG TV may make buyers think twice about a projector, with inky blacks to enhance movies and low-latency gaming.

Update | An Instagram user claims to have obtained authentic footage from an earlier GTA 6 build. A proud ex-Rockstar Games employee allegedly sent him a recording of a bridge in Vice City. A long development cycle with regular employee turnover makes stopping GTA 6 leaks challenging. Update: Authenticity of the leak now in doubt.

A former leader at Microsoft envisions Valve replacing Xbox consoles in living rooms. Downplaying concerns about the Steam Machine price, Mike Ybarra is confident it will become an alternative to the PS5 and PS6. Without Xbox exclusive games, Microsoft may fail to generate interest in its hardware.

Microsoft’s cross-platform campaign continues, with details about the Starfield PS5 version emerging. A dependable leaker expects Standard and Premium editions to be available on its April 7th release date. Billbil-kun also believes a physical version will ship at a discounted price.

The PS5 Pro has suddenly become harder to acquire on some storefronts. Positive Resident Evil Requiem reviews and impressive tech demos could explain a rise in sales. With GTA 6 looming, revamped PSSR upscaling empowers the PlayStation console to break new performance barriers.

More than 5 years after its release, the list of PS5 exclusives remains brief. A comparison with the Switch 2 and Xbox consoles highlights which companies value cross-platform games. PlayStation exclusivity may gain a slight boost if Sony stops porting single-player titles to PCs, as rumored.

Laura Fryer, who helped launch the first Xbox console, has recounted a disturbing encounter during the 2004 GDC. In a hotel room with another executive, she denied a request to wear a bathrobe. After pressured to leave her position, Phil Spencer invited her to join his publishing team at Microsoft.

Gaming researcher Michael Pachter isn’t hopeful about the next Xbox console. Game Pass will be a focal point of the system, but the Ultimate tier with day-one games strains budgets. Pachter expects the console to fail unless Microsoft makes drastic changes to the subscription service.

The saga of the missing Bloodborne remake has taken another unexpected turn. Now-closed Bluepoint Games, which reintroduced Demon’s Souls to the PS5, made multiple proposals to revamp the classic. As it turns out, FromSoftware may have denied fans a remake or remaster, rather than Sony.

Higher memory costs haven’t yet prompted an official Switch 2 price hike. Still, an industry consultant points out that some gamers are already paying more for the console. Matthew Ball thinks that Nintendo axed the Mario Kart World bundle to protect profits during the component shortage.

Resident Evil Requiem quickly set a new standard for survival horror popularity on Steam. Soon after going live on its release date, RE9 skyrocketed past the record set by the Resident Evil 4 remake. Strong pre-order sales and reviews have contributed to a peak Steam player count of over 250K.

One website is taking shortcuts to capitalize on the Resident Evil Requiem hype. Readers noticed that a review for the survival horror game posted on Metacritic had obvious signs of generative AI. The aggregator has removed the article and pledged to ban sites relying on AI writing.

Insider Jason Schreier has heard that Sony might revert to more strict PlayStation exclusivity. Gamers previously had some assurance that first-party PS5 games would eventually land on PCs. Steam sales may not be lucrative enough to bring console titles like Marvel’s Wolverine to the marketplace.

Players often complain that PS5 Pro enhanced games ship with only incremental upgrades. That appears not to be the case with Resident Evil Requiem on the pricey PlayStation console. A performance review highlights how the 120Hz mode doesn’t degrade its stunning 4K graphics.