Rumors suggest Sony is secretly developing a powerful new handheld dubbed the PS Vita 2 to challenge Nintendo’s dominance in portable gaming. The portable gaming scene has been heating up lately. Nintendo continues to dominate with its Switch platform. However, new rumors suggest Sony may be prepping its own handheld console comeback to challenge Nintendo….
Gaming is meant to be an immersive experience, transporting players into interactive virtual worlds. But for hearing-impaired gamers, crucial audio cues can be missed, disrupting that sense of immersion. Now, Sony is aiming to close this accessibility gap. As revealed in two recently published patents, Sony is developing software that would provide haptic feedback and…
Sony recently patented new software that uses artificial intelligence to protect kids from playing age-restricted games. The AI analyzes in-game behavior and chats to determine if a child is accessing a parental account. If so, it locks the account until the parent can regain access. How Would Sony’s Software Work? The AI examines several data…
Gamers everywhere are buzzing with excitement about the leaked details surrounding Microsoft’s rumored next-generation Xbox console, codenamed “Brooklin.” While Microsoft has yet to officially confirm the 2024 console’s existence, the accidentally published FCC documents provide a compelling first look at what we can expect from the successor to the Xbox Series X. Let’s break down…
Apple relaxes App Store rules and opens the floodgates for game streaming services like Xbox Cloud Gaming onto iOS. For years, major game streaming services like Xbox Game Pass, GeForce Now, and PlayStation Plus have been unable to launch dedicated apps on the Apple App Store. That may finally change soon. As part of major…
Today Sony landed a major blow by blocking the notorious Cronus Zen device in the latest PS5 update. But what exactly is the Cronus Zen, and why has it caused so much controversy among the gaming community? What is the Cronus Zen? The Cronus Zen is a third-party accessory marketed as a “controller emulator” that…
PC gaming enthusiasts recently spotted an intriguing unofficial PC port of the hit PlayStation exclusive Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 making the rounds online. This illicit port, distributed via torrent sites, promises to bring Spidey’s latest web-slinging adventure to PCs ahead of the official port expected later this year. However, while tempting, downloading this leaked version is…
Rockstar Games has announced that the Rockstar Editor will no longer be available on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions of GTA 5 starting February 20, 2024. This marks the end of an era for the groundbreaking video editing tool that allowed players to create and share their own gameplay videos. Why is Rockstar Removing…
A new controversy has erupted in the Dota 2 community over third-party Russian software called Overplus that provides users an unfair advantage during the all-important drafting phase. Let’s break down how it works and why many fans are calling for developer Valve to ban it. What Does Overplus Do? Overplus is effectively a successor to…
Ubisoft has refreshed its video game subscription offerings, splitting into two clear tiers: a premium plan with new releases, and a cheaper back catalog option. How do the revamped services compare and what benefits do they offer gamers? Introducing Ubisoft+ Premium Previously known as Ubisoft+ Multi Access, this premium subscription has been rebranded as Ubisoft+…
