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Razer's Barracuda V2 Pro headset is such a premium powerhouse that it's even put my everyday music cans out to pasture
The Razer Barracuda V2 Pro is a premium gaming headset offering dual wireless connectivity, active noise cancellation, and an impressive 70-hour battery life. It provides excellent audio quality for both gaming and music, with a versatile design that includes a detachable microphone and a hidden dongle storage.
Weekend Console Download Deals for Oct. 23: Halloween
Major console makers are offering Halloween-themed sales with discounts on various games across PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. The sales feature a mix of scary titles and other popular games, with some first-time discounts available.
Nintendo announces Halloween 2026 sale for Switch 2 and Switch
Nintendo has launched its annual Halloween sale for the 2026 season, featuring discounts on a wide variety of third-party titles for both the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. The "Screaming Deals" promotion includes games like Inscryption, Little Kitty Big City, and System Shock, with many titles hitting new low prices. The sale is available on the Nintendo eShop and will run until October 31, 2026.
Games Inbox: When will the next mainline Zelda game be out?
Readers discuss the potential release window for the next mainline Legend of Zelda game, with speculation pointing towards 2029 or later due to development times. Other topics include opinions on Gears of War: E-Day's repetitive gameplay, the return of Star Wars Zero Company staff, and concerns about explicit content in Grand Theft Auto 6.
The HyperX Cloud III is a superb wired headset, and a no-brainer purchase when discounts are inbound
The HyperX Cloud III wired headset is praised for its superb audio quality, comfortable design for long gaming sessions, and high-quality microphone. Its multi-platform compatibility via 3.5mm, USB-A, and USB-C connections is a significant advantage. While the full price is considered high, the headset is frequently discounted, making it a strong value proposition when found on sale.
2026 is a low-key revolutionary year for player movement in games
The article analyzes a growing trend in video games towards more granular and realistic player movement mechanics, contrasting with older titles focused on power fantasies. Games like Baby Steps, Cairn, and Big Walk are highlighted for their innovative approaches to fundamental actions like walking and climbing, suggesting a shift in design philosophy driven by the evolution of 3D game development and a desire for more engaging player interaction.
11 underappreciated games you should buy in the Steam Autumn Sale, according to some of our biggest genre sickos
This article highlights several underappreciated PC games currently on sale during the Steam Autumn Sale, recommended by the PC Gamer team. It covers a variety of genres including RPGs, visual novels, shooters, strategy games, and cozy horror titles, with specific praise for games like Skald: Against the Black Priory and Necromunda: Hired Gun.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Oct. 2: Steam Autumn Sale and friends
The annual Steam Autumn Sale has begun, offering discounts on a wide range of PC games, including recent releases and older titles. Several other digital storefronts like GOG.com, Epic Games Store, and Fanatical are also hosting their own autumn sales, providing various deals and free games.
Agony! Two life sims I really want to play launched back to back
The author expresses frustration and excitement over the simultaneous release of two highly anticipated life simulation games, Nivalis Nights and Songs of Glimmerwick. Both titles cater to the author's specific interests in shop simulation and cozy gameplay, creating a dilemma of which to play first.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Sept. 25: GOG.com Autumn Sale
This weekend's PC gaming deals include GOG.com's Autumn Sale featuring DRM-free titles like The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and Cyberpunk 2077. Other notable sales are happening on Steam, the Ubisoft Store, and the Epic Games Store, with discounts on a wide variety of games across multiple platforms.
The Final VR3000 Gaming Earphones bring a headset-level sound to traditional wired buds
The Final VR3000 Gaming Earphones offer headset-level sound quality and comfortable wear for extended gaming sessions, particularly on handheld devices like the Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck. While their spatial audio and immersive sound are impressive, the high price point and incompatibility with most modern smartphones make them a niche recommendation, though they are well-suited for VR gaming.
Microsoft's approach to age verification in Australia is further proof that Valve is taking the everloving piss
Valve's new age verification requirements in Australia, which mandate credit card details, are criticized for being ill-suited to the market and potentially malicious compliance. Microsoft's alternative approach, using account history to verify adult status, is presented as a more user-friendly alternative, despite general reservations about age verification systems.
Where can Australians buy R18+ PC games without a credit card? Pretty much everywhere but Steam
Valve's new age verification policy for R18+ PC games on Steam in Australia requires users to provide a credit card, a method not commonly used by Australians. This has caused frustration among players and confusion for banks, as alternative verification methods have not been offered. Players are advised to purchase games from third-party sellers like Fanatical and Green Man Gaming, though not all R18+ titles are available there.
'Ship a good game, learn from it, and build from there:' Lessons from going indie after a decade at id Software
Former id Software developers Tony Garza and Richard O'Neal discuss the lessons learned from leaving a major studio to found their own indie company, Turnkey Games. They emphasize realistic scope, bootstrapping, and focusing on core gameplay to overcome the challenges of independent development, especially in light of industry layoffs.
Amazon Prime Members Get Doom Eternal And 10 More Games For Free In September
Amazon Prime members can access Doom Eternal and ten other games for free on Amazon Luna in September. The lineup includes High on Life, Star Wars Outlaws, and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, alongside several GameNight titles. Amazon Luna is also introducing a Remote Play feature.
Report: Steam now requires Australian users to verify their age with credit cards
Steam has reportedly begun requiring Australian users to verify their age using a credit card to access games classified as R18+. This new policy, implemented by Valve, stems from Australia's online safety codes and has drawn criticism for its reliance on credit cards, excluding users who primarily use debit cards or other payment methods.
Steam implements age verification for Australian gamers
Steam has implemented a new age verification system for Australian gamers purchasing R18+ titles, requiring credit card details for verification. This change follows new Australian Government online safety codes. The policy has drawn criticism from Australian gamers, with some accusing Valve of 'malicious compliance'.
Former id Software producer says the team faced the 'worst crunch' in the series' history on Doom: The Dark Ages – Revelations: 'There were days where I didn't see my son'
Former id Software producer Andrew Willis revealed that the team experienced severe crunch conditions while developing Doom: The Dark Ages – Revelations, describing it as the worst in the series' history. This intense period of overwork, which included days of 12-17 hour shifts, occurred shortly before many developers on the expansion team were laid off by Xbox. The article also touches on the game's sales performance relative to Doom Eternal and the studio's overall health post-layoffs.
Corsair HS35 V3 is a no-fuss, fantastic sounding wireless headset that is a must-have for PC players on a budget
The Corsair HS35 V3 wireless headset offers excellent sound quality and comfort for its budget-friendly price of $79.99. While it boasts tri-mode connectivity (Wired, Bluetooth, 2.4GHz) and a detachable microphone, its full potential, particularly with Dolby Atmos spatial audio, is best realized on PC. Console players may find it lacking compared to competitors with dedicated software customization.
"They don't understand art" - id Software lead slams Xbox, says it's "impossible" to make games like 2016's Doom now
id Software lead developer Chris Hayes stated that it is impossible to create triple-A games like 2016's Doom with half the staff, criticizing Microsoft's recent layoffs. Hayes believes the company's leadership does not understand game development or the business, especially regarding the impact of services like Game Pass on sales metrics. He also refuted claims that id Software's developer count remains similar to when Doom (2016) was released.
