The Analogue 3D uses FPGA technology to perfectly replicate Nintendo 64 hardware while making it look great on modern TVs. At $250, it’s a premium solution for retro gaming purists who want that authentic CRT glow without the original hardware headaches.
Microsoft just bundled Fortnite Crew with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, but raised the monthly price to $30. The deal includes all Crew benefits plus access to hundreds of games, but requires careful subscription management.
Rebecca Heineman, co-founder of Interplay and key developer behind Fallout and Baldur’s Gate, has died at age 62. The gaming pioneer won the first national Space Invaders tournament in 1980 and went on to shape RPG history.
Ubisoft is replacing AI-generated artwork that accidentally made it into the final release of Anno 117: Pax Romana. The placeholder asset featured classic AI mistakes like misshapen faces and bodies that don’t follow human physiology. The company says the final version will be swapped in with the 1.
Microsoft just announced another Xbox Partner Preview happening this Thursday, November 20. The showcase will feature upcoming third-party games including 007 First Light and Reanimal, both targeting 2026 releases. Viewers can watch live on YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok starting at 10am PT.
Take-Two Interactive’s CEO believes the gaming industry is shifting toward PC platforms and open ecosystems over the next decade. While traditional consoles aren’t disappearing, he sees them transforming into hybrid experiences that blend PC gaming with big-screen entertainment.
SteamOS continues to struggle with anti-cheat compatibility for competitive multiplayer games. The fundamental differences between Windows and Linux kernels make kernel-level anti-cheat impossible to translate. While some solutions work, major titles remain unplayable on Valve’s hardware.
Sony is expanding the PlayStation ecosystem with its first dedicated gaming monitor. The display offers 1440p resolution, 120Hz on PS5, and a clever built-in DualSense charging hook. But there’s a catch – it’s only confirmed for Japan so far.
Five years after its launch, the PS5 has secured its place as the second fastest-selling PlayStation console in US history. Call of Duty dominates the platform’s best-selling games, appearing three times in the top five titles since launch.
The PlayStation 5 has reached a major milestone by overtaking the Xbox 360’s lifetime sales figures. Sony confirmed 84.2 million units sold globally, making it the 9th best-selling console in history. With years still left in its lifecycle, the PS5 is now closing in on PS3’s numbers.
