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PS5 Worldwide Shipments Top 41.7 Million Units

PS5 Worldwide Shipments Top 41.7 Million Units

The company shipped 3.3 million units in the quarter ending June 30th, 2023, an increase of 900,000 units over the same period last year.

Backwards Compatibility is a Nice Benefit but Not a Must-Have for Consumers – Take-Two CEO

Backwards Compatibility is a Nice Benefit but Not a Must-Have for Consumers – Take-Two CEO

Take-Two boss Strauss Zelnick believes that, while backwards compatibility is nice to have, he's "not certain it's a must-have."

Valve Starts Selling Refurbished Steam Decks

Valve Starts Selling Refurbished Steam Decks

According to Valve, while the refurbished Steam Decks go through extensive testing and repairs, they still might have minor cosmetic scratches and blemishes.

Total War: Warhammer 3 – Shadows of Change DLC Announced, Out on August 31

Total War: Warhammer 3 – Shadows of Change DLC Announced, Out on August 31

The Shadows of Change DLC will bring with it new Legendary Lords, new campaign mechanics, and a host of new units for three factions.

Dead by Daylight is Getting the Xenomorph and Ellen Ripley from Alien on August 29

Dead by Daylight is Getting the Xenomorph and Ellen Ripley from Alien on August 29

The Alien DLC for Dead by Daylight brings with it a new Killer, Survivor, and level, and is currently available to check out through the public test build.

Red Dead Redemption Price on PS4 and Nintendo Switch is “Commercially Accurate” – Take-Two CEO

Red Dead Redemption Price on PS4 and Nintendo Switch is “Commercially Accurate” – Take-Two CEO

Regarding the $49.99 price, Strauss Zelnick feels it's "a great bundle for the first time, and certainly a great value for consumers.”

Mortal Kombat 1 – Li-Mei’s Combos, Fatality, and Brutality Showcased in New Gameplay

Mortal Kombat 1 – Li-Mei’s Combos, Fatality, and Brutality Showcased in New Gameplay

NetherRealm Studios also showcases Frost's various Kameo Fighter moves and her Fatality, which makes for some quick skeleton removal.

Baldur’s Gate 3 – Hotfix 2 is Live, Addresses Nearly 300 Bugs, Crashes, and More

Baldur’s Gate 3 – Hotfix 2 is Live, Addresses Nearly 300 Bugs, Crashes, and More

Fewer pauses and long silences in over 200 dialogues, companions not blocking your camera in conversations, and more have been fixed.

Overwatch 2: Invasion Trailer Showcases New Support Hero, Illari

Overwatch 2: Invasion Trailer Showcases New Support Hero, Illari

New cosmetic rewards, including a Mythic Skin for Ana, Hero Mastery and maps for the PvP mode, Flashpoint, are also showcased.

Saints Row – A Song of Dust and Ice is Now Available

Saints Row – A Song of Dust and Ice is Now Available

The DLC sees The Boss and the Saints defending The DustFaire from the Frostlanders in five new quests with new weapons and vehicles.

PS5 Game Streaming Beta Has Begun for Some Users, Supports 4K

PS5 Game Streaming Beta Has Begun for Some Users, Supports 4K

Playable titles reportedly include God of War Ragnarok, Horizon Forbidden West, Demon's Souls, Death Stranding, and more.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – Mewtwo Tera Raid Starts September 1st, Free Mew Available Now

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – Mewtwo Tera Raid Starts September 1st, Free Mew Available Now

By entering "GETY0URMEW" in the Mystery Gift section, players can claim a free Mew with a unique Nature and Tera Type until September 17th.

Pokemon Stadium 2 and Pokemon Trading Card Game Are Available Now on Nintendo Switch Online

Pokemon Stadium 2 and Pokemon Trading Card Game Are Available Now on Nintendo Switch Online

Nintendo Switch Online subscribers can now play both games, depending on which tier of the service you're subscribed to.

Detective Pikachu Returns Trailer Details Story, Investigations, and More

Detective Pikachu Returns Trailer Details Story, Investigations, and More

The titular detective and his human partner Tim Goodman are set to return for the sophomore adventure this October.

Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Approved by New Zealand’s Commerce Commission

Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Approved by New Zealand’s Commerce Commission

Microsoft appreciates the Commission's "thoughtful consideration" and welcomes the decision to "clear the deal unconditionally."

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet: The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero – Part 1: The Teal Mask Launches September 13

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet: The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero – Part 1: The Teal Mask Launches September 13

A release date for Part 2: The Indigo Disk still hasn't been confirmed, though new details have been shared on both parts of the expansion.

Microsoft Slashes Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass’ $1 Trial Period from 1 Month to 14 Days

Microsoft Slashes Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass’ $1 Trial Period from 1 Month to 14 Days

New and lapsed subscribers could previously purchase a 1-month subscription for just $1, though that period has now been reduced to two weeks.

Forza Motorsport Will Include the Road America Track, Turn 10 Confirms

Forza Motorsport Will Include the Road America Track, Turn 10 Confirms

Road America, which has been included in several previous Forza Motorsport titles, will return in the series' next instalment.

Like a Dragon Gaiden – Akame Network and Daidoji Faction Receive New Details and Screenshots

Like a Dragon Gaiden – Akame Network and Daidoji Faction Receive New Details and Screenshots

Kiryu works with Akame and her intelligence network to take on "risky requests" in the upcoming side story, launching on November 9th.

Apex Legends: Resurrection Battle Pass Revealed in New Trailer

Apex Legends: Resurrection Battle Pass Revealed in New Trailer

Players can earn skins for Mad Maggie, Pathfinder, Valkyrie, Octane and Caustic, and a new Reactive skin for the EVA-8 shotgun.