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There's a surprising amount of major games you can't play on Valve's Steam Machine - here are eight of the biggest, and whyValve's Steam Machine, despite its potential, faces significant limitations due to its SteamOS (a Linux variant) not supporting many popular games. This is primarily caused by anti-cheat software, which is incompatible with Linux, rendering titles like Destiny 2, Fortnite, Battlefield 6, Apex Legends, GTA Online, EA Sports FC 24, and modern Call of Duty games unplayable. While installing Windows is an option, it defeats the purpose of the console-like device.
Dead Space and Mass Effect trilogy are less than £5 right now in huge saleSeveral Electronic Arts titles are heavily discounted on Steam, with the Dead Space remake available for £4.99 and Mass Effect Legendary Edition for £3.99. Other notable deals include Star Wars: Squadrons, Titanfall 2, Battlefield 1, and Sonic Mania, all priced under £5.
Dead Space Creator Talks GTA 6's Effect On Other Games: "You Don't Wanna Be Near It"Dead Space creator Glen Schofield believes Grand Theft Auto 6's November 19 launch date will cause many other games to shift their release windows to avoid its impact. He also discussed the growing importance of AI in game development, advocating for artists to embrace it as a tool for creativity and efficiency, while acknowledging potential cost concerns.
Wyldheart Preview — Dungeons and Tumbleweeds | Console CreaturesWyldheart is a new online action RPG from Wayfinder Studios, featuring a rustic Western setting and a strong emphasis on co-op gameplay inspired by tabletop RPGs. The game allows for deep character customization without strict class systems, encouraging players to build unique abilities over the course of campaigns. Wyldheart is set to launch in early access on PC later this year.- Playing With History launches soon – Here’s how to get a copyPlaying With History, a book based on a popular feature series exploring historical video games, is launching soon. The book, featuring over 200 pages of new content and interviews, will be available physically and digitally. Late pledges are open on Kickstarter until a few days before shipping begins in late May 2026.
- Gamescom 2024 Steam Deck News, Reviews Including Bakeru and SCHiM, New Verified Games, Discounts, and More – TouchArcadeThis week's Steam Deck Weekly covers Gamescom 2024 news, including impressions and reviews of Bakeru, Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse, SCHiM, Gestalt: Steam and Cinder, and the Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun expansion. It also highlights new Steam Deck Verified and Playable games, along with ongoing sales and discounts.
- Battlefield 6 follows shock dev layoff round with a free trial week to claw back player interestFollowing significant layoffs at Battlefield Studios, Electronic Arts is offering a free-to-play week for Battlefield 6 from March 17-24 to regain players. Despite its initial success in 2025, the game has seen a steep decline in player count, with fans citing issues like small maps and a lack of dedicated servers. EA's move is seen by many as a desperate attempt to fix the game's problems, which players believe require larger maps and better server infrastructure.
"He truly cared about games, about the industry, and about the people making them" – The industry on Phil SpencerIndustry leaders reflect on Phil Spencer's retirement from Xbox after a 25-year career, highlighting his passion for games, player-first approach, and impact on the industry. Figures from Take-Two, Ubisoft, and others shared memories of his leadership, emphasizing his genuine interest in game development and his role in shaping the Xbox and PC ecosystems.
Battlefield 6 may have actually done it: beaten Call of DutyBattlefield 6 has achieved unprecedented sales success for the franchise, becoming the best-selling game of 2025 year-to-date and surpassing the lifetime sales of Battlefield 1 in its launch month of October. The game also set a new record for the highest single-month dollar sales across all platforms in the last three years. It is now positioned to potentially outsell Call of Duty titles for the year, a feat that has eluded the Battlefield series for over a decade.