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Acer's latest concepts asks, "do want your handheld to flip into a laptop," and my bad eyes say no
Acer has unveiled the Project Dualplay Mini concept, a handheld gaming PC that can transform into a small laptop. While the design is slick, the author expresses concern about eye strain from the small screen in laptop mode. The concept showcases Acer's ambitions in the portable PC market, though it is not yet a confirmed product.
My First Time at Pokemon Worlds 2026 and Pokemon XP!
The author recounts their first experience attending the Pokémon World Championships and Pokémon XP in San Francisco. While enjoying the competitive matches and merchandise opportunities, they found the Pokémon XP fan event and the Pin Rally to be disorganized and disappointing, with the latter being shut down due to safety concerns.
30,000 games are either Steam Deck verified or at least 'playable' on Valve's handheld
Valve's Steam Deck now boasts 30,000 games that are either 'Verified' or 'Playable,' a significant increase since its launch. While 'Verified' titles run flawlessly, 'Playable' games may require minor adjustments. Some games, like For Honor, are being removed from Linux platforms, impacting Steam Deck availability.
Yet another faux CRT TV just hit Kickstarter, but I'm not convinced it'll actually help you "relive the…
A new Kickstarter campaign by Unico for the TRAVELLER-ULW10, a faux CRT TV, is met with skepticism due to a lack of detailed specifications and reliance on AI-generated marketing. The device, which appears to be a 4:3 LCD, aims to appeal to retro gamers but faces competition from similar products and questions about its actual emulation capabilities.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered Runs “Just Fine” on Steam Deck and Switch 2, Per CDPR
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered is confirmed to run well on the Steam Deck and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, according to CD Projekt Red. The new rendering engine allows for improved visuals and performance on these handheld platforms. The remastered version, which includes new content and upgraded assets, is also launching for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy review
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy shifts the series from puzzle-stealth to third-person action-adventure, focusing on sword combat and treasure hunting with a new protagonist, Sophia. While the combat is engaging and the presentation is gorgeous, the predictable structure and rote puzzles detract from the experience. Despite these flaws, it preserves the series' bleak tone and ambiguity.
Steam Deck hits 30,000 compatible games, according to SteamDB
The Steam Deck has surpassed 30,000 compatible games, with over 8,900 fully verified and an additional 21,000 marked as playable according to SteamDB. While most Windows titles run well via Valve's Proton compatibility layer, games with kernel-level anti-cheat like Black Ops 7 and Valorant remain unplayable.
Sanitarium Enhanced Is Coming to Consoles Along with PC Soon!
Sanitarium Enhanced, a revamped version of the 1998 psychological horror point-and-click adventure, is coming soon to PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4 and 5, and Nintendo Switch. The enhanced edition features modern improvements like full controller support, widescreen resolution, and an optional hint mode, alongside new content from the original development team.
No Half-Life 3 for the Steam Frame, so it looks like this six-year-old game might be the key launch offering instead
Valve is reportedly offering a free copy of Half-Life: Alyx to purchasers of its upcoming VR headset, the Steam Deck. This promotion mirrors a similar offer made when the Valve Index launched. Dataminer Brad Lynch discovered code strings indicating the promotion and noted recent updates to Half-Life: Alyx that may be optimizations for the new headset.
Everspace 2’s Final Technical Update Makes it Steam Deck Verified — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Rockfish Games has released the final technical update for Everspace 2, making it Steam Deck Verified and improving performance on Xbox Series S. This update includes optimizations and bug fixes, and the studio hinted at a future project within the Everspace series, having received a significant grant for their next endeavor.
30 years later, I finally got to play Quake on the PS1, but that's before I found a better version that doesn't rely on "substantial AI assistance"
The author explores playing Quake on the PlayStation 1, initially finding a promising homebrew demo that unfortunately relies on AI assistance. While the demo includes other impressive PS1 projects, the author expresses a preference for the older, non-AI QuakePSX port due to its mouse support and perceived better performance, despite the overall limitations of playing Quake on the original PlayStation.
The Witcher 3 Remastered should run just fine on the Steam Deck, say devs
CD Projekt Red developers have confirmed that The Witcher 3 Remastered will perform well on the Steam Deck, looking significantly better due to optimization improvements and a new rendering engine. This update is also expected to run well on the upcoming Nintendo Switch.
Linux manages to avoid the age verification apocalypse, but SteamOS isn't in the clear yet
California's Digital Age Assurance Act, set to take effect in 2027, will exempt open-source operating systems like Linux from mandatory age verification checks due to an amendment. However, Valve's SteamOS, which has proprietary elements, may still be subject to compliance, and users will likely still need to verify their age on Steam for certain games.
Asha Sharma gives a positive response about the rising cost of tech
Xbox Executive Vice President and CEO Asha Sharma discussed the rising cost of gaming hardware and the impact of Artificial Intelligence during an interview at Gamescom. Sharma acknowledged challenges like component shortages and the need for innovation in affordability, while the article criticizes the perceived dismissal of concerns over GPU and CPU price hikes driven by AI demand.
Anbernic's first Snapdragon handheld looks like a Switch Lite, but it will sweat running PS2 games
Anbernic has released its first Snapdragon-powered handheld, the RG 55G1, which resembles a Nintendo Switch Lite and starts at $139.99. While capable of running games up to Nintendo GameCube, the device struggles with more demanding PlayStation 2 titles like Burnout Revenge and God of War, indicating its limitations with 3D engines.
CD Projekt Red opens its 'Arasaka hardware archives' to help an indie dev whose gear was stolen during 1 of at…
Multiple indie developers and publishers, including CD Projekt Red, Tessera Studios, and iam8bit, reported significant equipment theft from their booths at Gamescom. CD Projekt Red offered assistance to one affected developer, while Gamescom acknowledged the incidents and emphasized existing security regulations and the recommendation for exhibitors to insure their equipment.
Stage Tour keeps the plastic instrument era alive
Stage Tour is a new rhythm game from RedOctane Games, developed by veterans of the plastic instrument era including Guitar Hero and Rock Band. The game aims to recapture the magic of those titles with familiar mechanics and controller support, while also offering compatibility with legacy hardware and new peripherals. Stage Tour is set to release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2 on December 10.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword review
Onimusha: Way of the Sword offers a sublime mix of classic Capcom action and weighty physical swordfighting, though its pacing is its main drawback. The game excels in its combat mechanics, challenging players with precise parries and satisfying executions, and features a compelling use of Toshiro Mifune's likeness as Miyamoto Musashi. Despite its strengths, the game suffers from modern bloat with a dull hub world and grindy crafting, which detract from the overall experience.
The Blood of Dawnwalker review
The Blood of Dawnwalker is a grim horror RPG from Rebel Wolves that offers compelling ideas but doesn't always fully realize them. While its combat and world-building are praised, drawing comparisons to Elden Ring and The Witcher 3, the game's unrelenting bleakness and some design choices, like the time management system, are noted as drawbacks. Despite its flaws, the game is considered an effective piece of storytelling with a strong atmosphere.
Indie devs and publishers hit in Gamescom equipment thefts
Several independent developers and publishers experienced significant equipment theft, including laptops and Steam Decks, from their booths at Gamescom. Organizers are facing criticism for inadequate security measures, with some developers reporting difficulties filing police reports and others receiving offers of support from larger companies like CD Projekt Red.
