Sony’s announcement to discontinue physical game discs for PlayStation consoles by January 2028 marks a major shift in the gaming industry. As discussed by RGT 85, this decision reflects the growing dominance of digital distribution, with internal data showing most PlayStation users now opting for … [Read more...] about PlayStation Reveals Why They Are Ending Physical Game Discs
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Play Cyberpunk 2077 on the AyaNeo Pocket DS with Armada OS
Armada OS is a Linux-based operating system designed for ARM architecture that brings native PC gaming to Android handheld devices. As detailed by ETA Prime, this operating system is compatible with devices like the AYN Odin 3, AyaNeo Pocket DS and Retroid Pocket. With features such as performance … [Read more...] about Play Cyberpunk 2077 on the AyaNeo Pocket DS with Armada OS
Xbox Pushes Buy Now Pay Later Loans as Console Prices Surge
Xbox's recent price hikes for its Series X and Series S consoles have sparked widespread discussion about affordability in gaming. Bellular News highlights how these increases, combined with the discontinuation of the 2TB Series S model, reflect broader industry challenges like rising production … [Read more...] about Xbox Pushes Buy Now Pay Later Loans as Console Prices Surge
Valve Fixes Steam Machine Red Line Error via Software Update
Valve's "red line of death" issue on Steam Machines marked a significant moment in the company's hardware journey. This problem, which caused a red LED line to appear on affected devices, was initially feared to be a hardware failure but was later traced to a software update error. Deck Ready … [Read more...] about Valve Fixes Steam Machine Red Line Error via Software Update
How to Install Valve’s SteamOS on the MSI Claw 8 AI+ Handheld
Installing SteamOS on the MSI Claw 8 AI+ involves specific steps and considerations that can impact your gaming setup. GameTechPlanet outlines the process, starting with creating a bootable USB drive using Rufus and configuring the BIOS to enable UEFI mode while disabling secure boot. A key factor … [Read more...] about How to Install Valve’s SteamOS on the MSI Claw 8 AI+ Handheld
Xbox Sells 4 Studios and Lays Off 3,000 Employees
Xbox has restructured its gaming portfolio by selling four of its studios, Double Fine, Compulsion Games, Ninja Theory and Undead Labs, while laying off thousands of employees under CEO Asha Sharma. Notably, Double Fine has regained its independence, allowing the studio to maintain full creative … [Read more...] about Xbox Sells 4 Studios and Lays Off 3,000 Employees
Custom Mini-ITX Steam Machine Outperforms Valve’s by 81% for $200 Less
Building a custom Steam Machine can be a rewarding way to balance cost and performance, as demonstrated by ETA Prime in this detailed breakdown. By selecting components like the AMD Radeon RX 9600 XT GPU and a 1 TB Kingston PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSD, this build achieves 1.5 times the performance of Valve's … [Read more...] about Custom Mini-ITX Steam Machine Outperforms Valve’s by 81% for $200 Less
ASUS Releases Ally X Driver 26.6.1 for Forza Horizon 6
ASUS has rolled out GPU driver version 26.6.1 for the ROG Xbox Ally X, focusing on optimizing performance in Forza Horizon 6. Released on July 2, 2026, this update aims to address common gaming issues like frame rate drops, stuttering and latency, particularly at lower power settings such as 17 … [Read more...] about ASUS Releases Ally X Driver 26.6.1 for Forza Horizon 6
Legion Tab 5 Thermal Throttling, Game Emulation and Battery Life Explored
The Lenovo Legion Tab 5 is an Android gaming tablet designed to balance performance and functionality. According to Retro Game Corps, it features a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor and Adreno 840 GPU, allowing it to handle demanding games and emulators with ease. However, its passive cooling … [Read more...] about Legion Tab 5 Thermal Throttling, Game Emulation and Battery Life Explored
SteamOS 3.8 Adds Ray Tracing and Improved 4K Display Support
Valve’s SteamOS 3.8 update introduces significant changes aimed at improving gaming performance and accessibility. A key highlight is the integration of the Mesa graphics driver, which enables advanced features such as ray tracing for more realistic lighting effects and smoother gameplay. … [Read more...] about SteamOS 3.8 Adds Ray Tracing and Improved 4K Display Support
Why Buy a Console? The REDMAGIC 11S Pro Is a Gaming Powerhouse in Your Pocket
The REDMAGIC 11S Pro redefines mobile gaming by merging the power of a gaming console with the portability of a smartphone. Designed with a gamer-first approach, this device delivers console-level performance in a sleek, pocket-sized form. While it excels in gaming, its singular focus comes with … [Read more...] about Why Buy a Console? The REDMAGIC 11S Pro Is a Gaming Powerhouse in Your Pocket
Its Time to Ditch Windows for Valve’s Lightweight SteamOS Gaming Platform
SteamOS, a Linux-based operating system developed by Valve, is emerging as a compelling alternative to Windows for gamers. Designed specifically for gaming, it eliminates much of the overhead associated with traditional operating systems, offering a lightweight and efficient platform. Deck Ready … [Read more...] about Its Time to Ditch Windows for Valve’s Lightweight SteamOS Gaming Platform
