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Valve is now sitting on lots of Steam controllers, so releasing them before the Steam Machine is a no-brainer
Valve has received a large shipment of Steam Controllers in the US, suggesting a potential release for the Steam Machine is imminent, possibly in 2026. While official release dates are unconfirmed, the availability of the controller could precede the Steam Machine launch or be released independently to maintain interest in Valve's living room PC concept.
SOEDESCO® reveals Story Trailer for Truck Driver: The American Dream on Steam
SOEDESCO and developer Kyodai have released a story trailer for Truck Driver: The American Dream, highlighting its narrative focus on legacy and ambition. The game, coming to PC, PlayStation, and Xbox, will feature new missions, an additional truck, steering wheel support, and graphical enhancements like ray tracing and DLSS/FSR support. A playable demo is available on Steam.
Some cult classic retro Warhammer games are now on sale for Steam, including one cult classic that may be great for the Steam Deck
A collection of retro Warhammer games, including Warhammer: Shadow of the Horned Rat and Warhammer 40,000: Fire Warrior, are now available on Steam as part of the Warhammer Classics Collection event. Some titles, like Chainsaw Warrior, are returning to the platform. The collection is also part of a sale, and Warhammer 40,000: Fire Warrior is noted as being a great experience on the Steam Deck with custom controls.
SteamOS 3.8.2 Beta brings fixes for security issues, trackpad on Legion Go and Borderlands 2
Valve has released SteamOS 3.8.2 Beta, introducing fixes for security vulnerabilities, trackpad issues on the Legion Go, and a crash bug in Borderlands 2. The update also includes general stability improvements, enhanced controller support for various handheld devices like the ASUS ROG Ally and GPD Win 5, and updates to the KDE Plasma desktop environment to version 6.4.3 with Wayland as the default.
Kingdom Come Deliverance 2's full edition is massively discounted on Fanatical, but not for long
The Royal Edition of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is available at a significant discount on Fanatical, priced at $37.59 / £31.01, down from its original $79.99 / £65.99. This immersive medieval RPG, set in 15th-century Bohemia, includes all DLC and extra content. The game also runs on Steam Deck, offering a bonus for handheld play.
How A Giant, Throbbing Nose Led Me To Love Sol Cesto
Sol Cesto is a roguelite that streamlines dungeon crawling with an odds-based system, encouraging experimentation with consumable items and strategic choices. The game features a unique mechanic where players can stun the shopkeeper by interacting with his nose to get a free item, adding a quirky element to the gameplay. Its turn-based nature and surprising depth make it an enjoyable experience, particularly on the Steam Deck.
UK Steam Lawsuit Seeks $900M: Gamers Could Get Just £22 Each
A UK lawsuit is seeking $900 million from Valve, alleging anti-competitive practices by Steam through its 30% commission and most-favored-nation clauses. If successful, individual payouts are estimated to be between £22-£44. The article argues that Steam provides significant value for its fees, including robust customer service and features, and that a loss could negatively impact future development and services.
Far Cry 2 review (2008)
This 2008 review of Far Cry 2 highlights its groundbreaking open-world design and dynamic narrative, which adapts to player choices. Despite some criticisms regarding repetitive missions and underdeveloped factions, the game is praised for its visceral gunplay, stunning visuals, and immersive first-person experience, making it difficult to put down.
Homura Hime Could Be Perfect After a Few More Patches
Homura Hime presents a compelling concept with engaging combat reminiscent of Devil May Cry and NieR, but is currently hampered by performance issues like frame rate drops and crashes, particularly on handheld devices. While the game shows potential and the developer is releasing patches, further stability improvements are needed for the full experience.
New Proton Experimental build fixes up a bunch of old Capcom games for Steam Deck and Linux
A new build of Proton Experimental has updated several older Capcom titles, including Dino Crisis and the original Resident Evil games, to "playable" status on Steam Deck and Linux. This update allows players to enjoy these classic survival horror games on the go, alongside other titles like From Dust and Metal Gear Survive.
PlayStation 6 Handheld Could Cost $500-$700, Leak Suggests
A recent leak suggests Sony is planning a PlayStation 6 handheld device with a price point between $500 and $700. This premium pricing indicates a focus on high-end hardware capable of running next-generation games, targeting enthusiasts rather than casual users. The strategy aims to avoid past mistakes like those with the PS Vita and compete with premium handheld PCs.
WRUP: You gonna cry edition
The Massively OP staff discusses their weekend gaming plans, with mentions of Guild Wars Reforged, Lord of the Rings Online, Warframe, Final Fantasy XIV, Throne and Liberty, World of Warcraft, and New World. A bonus question prompts readers to share the dumbest thing they've done to win a low-stakes challenge.
Pick up some quality adventure games in the Humble Golden Tales Bundle
Humble Bundle has launched the Golden Tales Bundle, featuring eight adventure games to celebrate its 15th anniversary. The bundle includes titles like The Invincible, In Stars and Time, and Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged, with many being Steam Deck Verified. The collection is available for a limited time, with a portion of proceeds going to charity.
I've finally swapped out my beloved six-button Sega Mega Drive controller for the 8Bitdo M30, but it has a gruelling weekend of Sonic the Hedgehog 2 ahead of it
This article details an upcoming review of the 8Bitdo M30 2.4Ghz controller for the Sega Mega Drive/Genesis. The author will spend the weekend playing Sonic the Hedgehog 2 to assess if the wireless controller, specifically its polling rate and potential input lag, is a worthy replacement for traditional wired controllers. The review will also compare it to Bluetooth alternatives and other modern retro controllers like the Gulikit Elves 2 Pro.
Marauding minotaurs, more CloverPit and other new indie games worth checking out
This article rounds up several new and upcoming indie games, highlighting titles like the roguelite Minos, the CloverPit DLC Unholy Fusion, and the battle royale typing game Final Sentence. It also features previews for People of Note, Tamashika, Nippets, Dead As Disco, Call of the Elder Gods, and Long Gone, covering their gameplay, platforms, and release details.
Skull Horde is out now on PC, where it’s bone vs flesh and business is booming (in the afterlife)
Skull Horde, an auto-battler dungeon crawler roguelite from developer 8BitSkull, is now available on PC via Steam, with support for Steam Deck, macOS, and Linux. Players control a necromancer's skull seeking revenge, raising an army of skeletons to battle through procedurally generated dungeons filled with enemies and loot. The game focuses on buildcrafting through unit merging, stacking perks, and creating powerful synergies.
Call me bananas, but having to buy a fancy new Asus GPU cable to avoid molten ports shouldn't be a thing
The article discusses the unusual market for specialized power supply cables, like the Asus ROG Equalizer, designed to prevent overheating and melting ports on high-end graphics cards. It highlights the absurdity of needing such accessories due to potential wattage issues with premium Nvidia and AMD GPUs, while noting that Asus is offering the cable with certain power supply units.
Regions of Ruin: Runegate Review - Thinking with portals
Regions of Ruin: Runegate offers a charming pixel art style and a satisfying progression system, but suffers from a short, anticlimactic main story and a passive, tedious resource-gathering loop. While the combat has its moments and the skill tree allows for customization, numerous small annoyances and slow animations detract from the experience. The town-building aspect is visually gratifying but lacks strategic depth, relying heavily on background worker assignments.
I assumed the Atari Pocket Player Pro would be a modern version of my first ever crusty clone console, but it's…
The Atari Pocket Player Pro is a budget-friendly retro handheld that offers 100 licensed Atari classics, along with some 8 and 16-bit titles. Despite initial skepticism due to its resemblance to older clone consoles, the device features respectable buttons, a decent screen, and flexible power options via AA batteries or USB-C. While not a definitive way to experience Atari's back catalog, it serves as a fun and collectible casual option for under $40.
Bazzite Linux gets some major upgrades for the April 2026 Update
Bazzite Linux, a popular gaming-focused operating system for handhelds and PCs, has released its April 2026 update. This update includes kernel and Mesa upgrades, improved security features like SBOMs and signed ISOs, and image size reductions. Future improvements will align Bazzite more closely with Valve's SteamOS, featuring a new overlay, smoother updates, and enhanced TDP control.
