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Xbox announces disc-to-digital feature that lets you digitise physical Xbox One and Series X games
Xbox has announced a new disc-to-digital feature allowing players to convert physical Xbox One and Xbox Series X games into digital licenses. This feature, available for testing to Xbox Insiders starting August 31st, aims to enhance game preservation and provide greater flexibility for players. The digital entitlement means discs will no longer be required for play and enables benefits like Play Anywhere on PC and cloud streaming where supported.
Xbox’s Disc-To-Digital Program Officially Announced, And It Sounds Pretty Great
Microsoft has officially announced its Disc-To-Digital program for Xbox, allowing players to digitize their physical game discs for Xbox One and Xbox Series X consoles. This feature grants digital benefits like Xbox Play Anywhere and Cloud Gaming, though it is tied to the specific disc and account. The program will exclude Xbox Series S owners and is expected to roll out to Xbox Insiders on August 31st before a wider release.
Nvidia brings ray-traced Nanite, native anti-cheat, and DLSS 4.5 to Gamescom 2026 lineup
Nvidia announced several new technologies at Gamescom, including DLSS 4.5 Ray Reconstruction, RTX Spark support from major publishers like Electronic Arts and Ubisoft, and RTX Mega Geometry for Unreal Engine 5's Nanite system. Gears of War: E-Day will be the first title to feature RTX Mega Geometry, enabling full-detail ray tracing for Nanite. The company also detailed updates for its GeForce Now cloud platform and RTX Remix modding toolkit.
Entity raises $5.8 million to build browser-based "console-quality" gaming platform
Irish startup Entity has secured $5.8 million in seed funding to develop a browser-based gaming platform aiming to deliver console-quality experiences without downloads. The platform, slated for a 2027 launch, will utilize WebGPU and WebAssembly and is founded by veterans of the mobile game Star Trek Fleet Command.
Bring the Fire: Play Games on GeForce NOW With New Firefox Browser Support
NVIDIA's GeForce NOW cloud gaming service now supports the Firefox browser, allowing users to play PC games directly from their browser without needing a dedicated app. This expansion joins existing support for Chrome, Edge, and Opera, making high-performance PC gaming more accessible on various devices. The update also introduces 12 new games to the GeForce NOW library, including BlackMill Games' World War 1 shooter, Gallipoli.
NVIDIA GeForce Now adds Firefox support on Windows
NVIDIA GeForce Now has added support for the Firefox browser on Windows. This update allows users to access the cloud gaming service directly through Firefox, expanding accessibility for PC players.
NVIDIA GeForce NOW Comes to Firefox on Windows With 2,000+ Games | Invision Game Community
NVIDIA GeForce NOW is now officially supported on Firefox for Windows, enabling users to stream over 2,000 PC games directly through the browser. This collaboration between NVIDIA and Mozilla allows players to access their existing game libraries from various storefronts without needing to download games or install additional software. The service supports streaming up to 1440p at 120 FPS for Ultimate subscribers.
Why Online Games Are More Accessible Than Ever | Invision Game Community
Technologies like Unreal Engine and Unity, alongside cloud gaming services such as Xbox Cloud Gaming and Nvidia GeForce Now, have made online games more accessible than ever. These advancements allow players to enjoy games across various devices without needing powerful hardware, fostering a broader and more engaged gaming community, though a stable internet connection remains essential.
Exciting PlayStation 5 Adventure Game Gets New Release Date Window
Embracer Group has confirmed that Tomb Raider: Catalyst is now expected to launch before March 31, 2028, with its predecessor, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, scheduled for February 12, 2027, on PlayStation 5. Amazon Game Studios cited the need for further polish and development of their cloud gaming service, Luna, as reasons for the revised release windows. The delay also accounts for a crowded 2026 release schedule, including Grand Theft Auto VI.
Netflix closes Oxenfree developer Night School, just a month after praising its new game as one of the company's…
Netflix has closed developer Night School Studio, known for games like Oxenfree and Unhinged, less than two months after praising Unhinged's success. The company also announced layoffs within its Games business as it shifts focus. This follows Netflix's acquisition of Night School in 2021 and previous studio closures.
GeForce NOW comes to Linux, as Nvidia's game streaming service exits beta
Nvidia's cloud gaming service, GeForce NOW, has officially exited its beta phase for Linux users, offering a native application with improved performance and stability. This release allows Linux users to stream games with graphical fidelity up to RTX 5080 levels. The service also added nine new games, including Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, bringing the total compatible titles to over 4,500, though a 100-hour monthly streaming cap is now in effect for all users.
Class Is in Session: GeForce NOW Levels Up Linux, Chromebooks and More
NVIDIA's GeForce NOW cloud gaming service has officially launched its native Linux application out of beta, offering improved performance and stability. The service also received optimizations for DLSS Frame Generation, reducing latency and enhancing responsiveness. Additionally, GeForce NOW is enhancing its accessibility on Chromebooks, allowing students to use their school devices for high-performance PC gaming, with eligible new owners receiving a free year of service through Chromebook Fast Pass.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite vanishes from Switch as Cold Iron pulls the plug — buyers get nothing back
Cold Iron Studios has shut down the cloud servers for Aliens: Fireteam Elite on Nintendo Switch, rendering the game unplayable for all purchasers. Despite the $30-$60 cost, no refunds are being offered, though players may receive a discount on a future edition. This action highlights concerns about digital ownership and the risks associated with cloud-dependent games.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite vanishes from Nintendo Switch without refunds or offline options, leaving players to curse the digital future – "Never buy cloud versions of anything"
Aliens: Fireteam Elite has been removed from the Nintendo Switch eShop and its servers have been shut down, rendering the game unplayable for those who purchased it. Developer Cold Iron Studios announced the shutdown, but players are unable to obtain refunds, sparking criticism about digital distribution and cloud gaming practices. The game remains available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite Cloud Version on Nintendo Switch Has Been Shut Down
The cloud version of Aliens: Fireteam Elite has been shut down on Nintendo Switch, preventing players who purchased it from accessing the game. This shutdown follows the game's delisting from the eShop and raises concerns about game preservation in the era of cloud streaming. While services like Xbox Game Pass and PlayStation Plus continue to offer cloud gaming, the closure of Google Stadia serves as a cautionary tale about the format's long-term viability.
Aliens Fireteam Elite 2 confirms fall Nintendo Switch 2 release as the OG game’s Switch version poofs
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 is confirmed to release on Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, and PC on August 25th, with a Nintendo Switch version planned for fall. The co-op shooter from Daybreak and Cold Iron Studios showcases its gameplay in a new trailer featuring various enemies and weapons. Meanwhile, the original Aliens: Fireteam Elite's cloud-only Switch version has been delisted and its servers shut down.
This Switch Game You Might Have Bought Is Now Totally Unplayable
The Nintendo Switch version of Aliens: Fireteam Elite is now unplayable after its cloud servers were shut down on August 5. Developer Cold Iron Studios confirmed the shutdown, which affects players who purchased the game on the eShop. This event highlights ongoing concerns about game preservation and the potential pitfalls of cloud-dependent gaming, especially as companies like Take-Two Interactive predict a future dominated by commercial streaming.
'Everyone who bought this game should be eligible for a full refund': A digital-only Nintendo Switch game just became unplayable for those who paid for it — showing exactly why gamers are rebelling against Sony's disc-free PlayStation plans
The cloud version of Aliens: Fireteam Elite on Nintendo Switch has been shut down by developer Cold Iron Studios, rendering it unplayable for those who purchased it for $29.99 or $59.99. This situation has reignited concerns among gamers about digital ownership and the risks associated with cloud gaming, drawing parallels to Sony's plans to discontinue physical game discs.
‘Modders’ are using Gamigo’s MMORPG Trove to access Windows in the GeForce NOW cloud
Players are exploiting a loophole in Gamigo's MMORPG Trove on GeForce NOW to access the underlying Windows environment. This allows users to run applications like LLM UIs and Wallpaper Engine, a capability not intended by NVIDIA. The exploit was demonstrated by YouTubers Zortos and dpadGuy.
You can now stream PS Plus games to Steam Deck without owning a PS5 - and without buying a PS Portal
A new app called Asobi: Remote Play is in public testing, allowing users to stream PlayStation Plus Premium cloud games to Steam Deck, Steam Machine, and Linux devices without needing a PlayStation 5. This functionality works independently of Sony's official PlayStation Portal, which offers similar cloud streaming capabilities but requires a significant hardware investment.
