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Valve warns of Steam Deck OLED stock issues due to RAM shortage
Valve has warned that the Steam Deck OLED may experience intermittent stock issues in some regions due to memory and storage shortages, exacerbated by demand from AI datacenters. The company also noted that the Steam Deck LCD 256GB model is no longer in production. Other companies like Sony and Nintendo could also face hardware availability challenges.
Steam Deck OLED stock affected by component shortages
Valve has confirmed that the Steam Deck OLED may experience intermittent unavailability in some regions due to ongoing RAM and storage shortages. This global component crisis is also affecting Sony's potential PlayStation 6 release timeline and may lead Nintendo to increase the price of the Nintendo Switch 2.
Sony could delay PS6 release to 2028 or 2029 as AI-driven shortage sends consumer tech companies scrambling for memory chips
Sony is reportedly considering delaying the PlayStation 6 release to 2028 or 2029 due to a global memory chip shortage, exacerbated by AI data center demand. This potential delay impacts consumer tech companies and Nintendo is also considering a price increase for its consoles. Despite a decrease in PlayStation 5 hardware unit sales, software revenue reached a record high.
God of War: Sons of Sparta Shadow Drops! New Metroidvania Out Now
Sony surprised players by releasing God of War: Son of Sparta, a 2.5D Metroidvania title, immediately after its announcement during a State of Play. The game, priced at $29.99, explores Kratos's origins as a Spartan. Additionally, a God of War television series for Prime Video is in development, featuring Ryan Hurst as Kratos.
Highguard's high-profile mistakes should be a lesson for other developers | Opinion
The article analyzes the significant missteps made by Wildlight Entertainment with their hero shooter Highguard, including a muddled pitch, a risky shadow-drop strategy, and a poor launch state, leading to layoffs. It argues that while the game faced criticism, much of the vitriol was disproportionate and highlights the challenges of launching live service games in a competitive market, drawing parallels to the failure of Concord.
Resident Evil Requiem shows how sequels can drive sales of previous releases
Announcing new franchise titles, such as Resident Evil Requiem, Control: Resonant, and Ghost of Yōtei, significantly boosts sales and player engagement for their predecessors. This effect is amplified by targeted promotions, increased marketing, and strategic discounting, creating a "second launch period" for older games.
It's Official: Sony Spins Off Iconic Television Business
Sony has officially announced a strategic partnership and spin-off of its television business into a new subsidiary named Bravia Inc. The new company will be a joint venture with Chinese manufacturer TCL, which will own 51% of the shares, while Sony retains 49%. This move integrates Sony's home entertainment products, including Bravia TVs and audio equipment, under a new structure expected to begin operations in April 2027.
It’s official: Battlefield 6 is 2025's best-selling game, but Black Ops 7 still managed to be November’s top-seller
Battlefield 6 has officially become the best-selling game of 2025, a title previously dominated by the Call of Duty series. While Black Ops 7 topped sales in November, Battlefield 6 secured the year-to-date lead. The report also highlights a significant decline in video game hardware sales across all major platforms in November.
Sony Reveals New PS5 Controller: Icon Blue DualSense - New Game Network
Sony has announced the Icon Blue Special Edition DualSense wireless controller for the PlayStation 5, set to release on October 20, 2025, in North America and October 28 in Mexico and Chile for $84.99 USD. The controller features layered blue shades inspired by the PS5 console's light and includes a glossy touchpad pattern. Alongside the controller, Sony revealed other PlayStation-themed merchandise, including an Astro Bot lunch box and The Last of Us Ellie mini backpack.
Costco Quietly Pulls Xbox Consoles and Games From US and UK Websites - New Game Network
Costco has quietly removed all Xbox consoles, games, and accessories from its US and UK websites, with searches for the products now returning no results. This move comes amid Microsoft's reported struggles in Xbox hardware sales, which have seen a significant year-over-year decline, contrasting with PlayStation 5's performance. Despite console sales challenges, Xbox Game Pass continues to generate substantial revenue.
Microsoft to Raise Xbox Console Prices Again in the U.S. - New Game Network
Microsoft is increasing the retail price of all Xbox Series X and Series S consoles in the United States starting October 3, 2025, citing macroeconomic changes. This marks the second price adjustment in 2025, with specific models seeing increases of up to $70. The company stated that prices for accessories will remain unchanged and that international prices are not affected.
PlayStation’s Wireless FlexStrike Fight Stick Preorders Open This Month
Sony has announced the PlayStation FlexStrike wireless fight stick, available for preorder starting June 2 and launching August 6 for $200. Designed for PlayStation 5 and PC fighting game fans, it features PlayStation Link wireless connectivity for lag-free audio and supports simultaneous connection of two sticks. The accessory includes an eight-button layout, a swappable joystick with tool-less restrictor gate changes, and a built-in storage compartment.
PS Plus Games: Monthly Lineup, Predictions & Discussion Hub (2025)
This article serves as a hub for PlayStation Plus subscribers to discuss monthly games across Essential, Extra, and Premium tiers. It details how the monthly games are announced and claimed, lists the May 2025 lineup including Ark: Survival Ascended, Balatro, and Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun, and encourages community predictions and discussions about past titles and subscription value.
PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for March delivers UFC MMA action for PS5
Sony has announced the March PlayStation Plus Game Catalog additions, featuring UFC 5, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, and Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions for PlayStation 5. Notably, UFC 5 is a PlayStation 5 exclusive, meaning PlayStation 4 owners will not have access to this month's headline title, continuing a trend of prioritizing next-gen content for the service.
Nintendo Switch 2 could finally catch up to PS5 and Xbox with this tech upgrade
A newly discovered patent suggests the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 will feature a built-in voice chat system, including proximity chat. This upgrade would bring the console in line with modern online gaming standards set by PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, potentially improving multiplayer experiences for titles like Splatoon and Mario Kart.
PS Plus March 2025 - new free PlayStation games for PS4 and PS5
Sony has announced the free PlayStation Plus games for March 2025, including Resident Evil Village, Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time, and Mortal Kombat 11 for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 subscribers. These titles will be available to claim from March 5th until April 1st, and can be kept as long as the subscription remains active.
Forza Horizon 5 released on PS5 on April 29 - all you need to know
Forza Horizon 5 is set to release on PlayStation 5 on April 29, 2025, marking its debut on the PlayStation Store. The game will include all previous updates and expansions, offering players a visually stunning open-world driving experience set in Mexico with dynamic weather and seasons.
PlayStation hardware gets big price drop from Sony
Sony has permanently reduced the price of its PlayStation VR2 headset to $399.99, a significant drop from its original $549.99 retail price. This price adjustment, effective immediately and also applied to the Horizon Call of the Mountain bundle, aims to increase accessibility and adoption of Sony's virtual reality platform on the PlayStation 5. While the move is seen as a competitive measure against other VR platforms like Meta's Quest, its ultimate success hinges on stronger software support.
PlayStation Store is giving away free credits - will Sony give them to you?
Sony is distributing free PlayStation Store credit to select users experiencing issues with PlayStation Plus and the PlayStation Network. Users who faced outages or redemption problems may receive small amounts of credit as a goodwill gesture. Eligibility criteria are unclear, but affected users are advised to check their notifications and emails.
PS5 Pro sales fall behind PS4 Pro in US, and here's why
Sales data indicates the PlayStation 5 Pro is not selling as quickly in the US compared to its predecessor, the PlayStation 4 Pro. Factors contributing to this include the already powerful base PS5, the PS5 Pro's higher price point of $599, and a perceived lack of compelling upgrade incentives over the standard PS5.
