PS6 Launch Plans and Specs Haven’t Changed, According to an Insider
An insider confirms Sony has not altered its PlayStation 6 launch timeline or hardware specs, keeping the rumored 32 GB of RAM despite rising memory costs. The company also says it will not delay the console, which leakers expect to arrive in 2027, as falling PS5 sales—triggered by recent price hikes to $900 for the Pro model and $649 for the Digital edition—pressure Sony to generate new revenue. Sony’s executives have yet to set a definitive price or release date for the PS6, citing volatility in component pricing. Meanwhile, Microsoft’s Project Helix is rumored for 2025, sharpening competition.
FAD NEWS: Danielle Brathwaite-Shirley Expands THE DELUSION Beyond the Gallery with New Interactive Online Game
Serpentine has launched *I DIDNT REALISE YOU THOUGHT LIKE THAT*, an online critical‑thinking game created by Black trans artist Danielle Brathwaite‑Shirley. The interactive experience expands her earlier multiplayer project *THE DELUSION* from the gallery into web and mobile formats. Developed with the...
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Review Roundup: 'A Unique Creature-Watching Safari'
The new Yoshi title, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, has opened its review slate with a Metacritic average of 81 based on 73 critic scores. Reviewers commend the game’s inventive level design, vibrant art direction, and the novelty of its...
Flax Engine 1.12 Released
Flax Engine announced version 1.12, adding WebGPU browser support, production‑ready Dynamic Diffuse Global Illumination (DDGI), and a suite of usability upgrades. The release introduces a revamped Visject visual scripting editor, spring‑bone physics for realistic secondary motion, and MSDF font rendering....
Asus ROG Xbox Ally Deal Knocks $100 Off Microsoft’s Handheld in a World Where Everything Is Going up in Price
Best Buy is offering the Asus ROG Xbox Ally handheld for $499, a $100 discount from its $600 MSRP. The base model ships with an AMD Ryzen Z2 A processor, 16 GB of LPDDR5X RAM and a 512 GB SSD, powering a 7‑inch 1080p 120 Hz IPS display. It...
May 2026 FREE Asset Round-Up #2
Epic Games' bi‑monthly Fab marketplace giveaway runs May 19‑June 2, offering three free Unreal Engine assets and a Unity Ocean Toolkit. The assets—SCANS Ruined Crypt, Tempered Glass system, and Modular Container Houses—are permanently claimable once “purchased.” Additional free resources include Unity publisher...
Games and Numbers (May 6 - May 19, 2026)
The gaming sector posted multiple blockbuster milestones between May 6‑19, 2026. Arc Raiders topped 16 million copies, adding 4.6 million in Q1, while Subnautica 2 sold 2 million copies within 12 hours of its Early Access launch. Nintendo’s Switch 2 is on track for nearly 20 million units sold...
Inside Valve’s Bold Strategy for the Standalone Steam Frame VR
Valve is reinforcing its market dominance by revamping the Steam Community Market with 3D item rendering and a streamlined interface, while simultaneously preparing the standalone Steam Frame VR headset. The new headset, powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor...
Fresh Ideas From the Pro Scene
Professional Dota 2 players shared fresh meta ideas on Dotabuff, urging a dedicated jungle meta and flagging balance concerns. Comments from Malignity, vi and VezirOdSemberije highlighted a push for a Monkey King nerf and a reduction of comeback mechanics. An accompanying...
Steam Controller Mapping Merged To SDL Library
The Simple DirectMedia Layer (SDL) library has merged full mapping support for the 2026 Steam Controller, eliminating the need for the Steam client. The update adds native button mappings that reflect the controller's revised layout. Developers can now pull the...
AMD’s FSR 4.1 Is Coming to Older RX 7000 and 6000 GPUs, but What About PS5 and Xbox?
AMD announced that its upgraded FidelityFX Super Resolution 4.1 upscaler will debut on Radeon RX 7000 series GPUs in July 2026, bringing over 300 supported games at launch. The company also pledged to extend FSR 4.1 to the older RX...
Playable Ads Trends in Mobile Games & Apps - April 2026
Playable ads have evolved from short, skippable spots to immersive mini‑game experiences in April 2026. Average session lengths now top 60‑90 seconds, with many creatives extending beyond one minute and featuring multi‑stage or endless loops. Advertisers are using this depth...
EA Expands in Mobile Esports Space with Launch of FC Mobile Pro
Electronic Arts announced FC Pro Mobile, a global esports circuit for its EA Sports FC Mobile game, featuring a $350,000 prize pool. The season starts with online qualifiers in June, leads to a $100,000 Mid‑Season Playoffs in July, and culminates in an October World Championship...
Konami Returns to Bangkok for eFootball Championship 2026 World Finals
Konami announced that the eFootball Championship 2026 World Finals will be held in Bangkok on July 26 as part of the eFootball World Festival. The event will blend competitive esports with fan activations, interactive experiences and community events to broaden appeal beyond...
SDL Library Adds Support For The New Steam Controller Without Depending On Steam
Valve’s newly released Steam Controller, priced at $99, now works with the SDL 3 library without requiring the Steam client. A pull request merged this week adds support for the controller’s touchpads, capacitive stick sensors, and grip‑sense features. Testers confirmed full...