The launch of Commodore’s social media-free privacy-first ‘dumbphone’ was apparently responsible for ‘Our biggest week’

Meet Commodore Callback: The Smart Flip-Phone with No Social Media – YouTube Watch On In 2025, Commodore was bought by retro YouTuber Chris “Peri Fractic” Simpson, who re-assembled some key execs and went into the hardware business. The main result so far has been the Commodore 64 Ultimate, the slimline 64C, and a line of…

The Ghost in the Shell is a true love letter to cyberpunk anime fans

Few anime carry the weight of Ghost in the Shell. Since Masamune Shirow’s manga first appeared in 1989, the franchise has shaped decades of science fiction storytelling, inspiring filmmakers, game creators, and anime directors alike. From the landmark 1995 film by Mamaru Oshii to Stand Alone Complex and even the more recent series, every new…

The Steam Machine Has Its Own ‘Red Ring Of Death’

History doesn’t always repeat itself, but it often rhymes. Last month, Valve finally began shipping the anticipated Steam Machine, albeit at a much higher price tag. Players were excited to crack into the new PC-console hybrid, though one only got about 20 minutes in before experiencing the “red line of death.” “The Steam Machine was…

Alongside its own big successes, Saber Interactive is sticking with indies – here’s why

Saber Interactive has a long list of recent winners to its name, including the likes of Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2, Roadcraft, and John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando. Alongside its own creations, however, the studio’s publishing side is adamant about sticking with indie games. At Summer Game Fest, we sat down with Chief Creative Officer Tim…

What To Buy First In GTA Online

If you’re new to GTA Online, or just coming back ahead of the GTA 6 release date, you might want to know the best first purchases. Joining, or rejoining, the game can feel a bit overwhelming due to its size and the number of regular updates GTA Online has had since its release in 2013….

Bandai Namco Officially Reveals What’s Next For The Dragon Ball Xenoverse Series

Update [Sat 4th Jul 2026, 1:30am]: Bandai Namco has now shared the Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 – Future Saga Chapter 4 trailer. This “final DLC” for this title will release next week on 8th July 2026. Original Story: [Sun 19th Apr, 2026 23:55 BST]: At Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour 2026 this week, Bandai Namco…

Crossfire is actually the second singleplayer shooter named after Korea’s Counter-Strike—and the last one was made by Remedy

Weird Weekend Weird Weekend is our regular Saturday column where we celebrate PC gaming oddities: peculiar games, strange bits of trivia, forgotten history. Pop back every weekend to find out what Jeremy, Josh and Rick have become obsessed with this time, whether it’s the canon height of Thief’s Garrett or that time someone in the…

Must-Play PlayStation 3 Games Before The Store Closes Forever

Overshadowed by the end of PlayStation game discs, Sony rubbed it in by simultaneously announcing the closure of digital storefronts for the PS3 and PS Vita. In one year’s time, you will no longer be able to make new purchases on either platform, locking out some of Sony’s earliest digital downloads. It only further illustrates…

If you want this free Arc Raiders skin, you need to play the most underrated FPS around

I really dig Arc Raiders, but its cosmetics often leave me wanting more. However, every once in a while, Embark Studios cooks up something rad that I’d love to wear around Blue Gate or Buried City. It’s no surprise that this outfit, the Voltage Marauder set, comes from The Finals – one of, if not…

2024 PS5, PS4 RPG Already Delisted From PS Store, No Warning

A 2024 PS5 and PS4 RPG has been removed from sale from the PlayStation Store without a warning. In a week where players are reeling from Sony’s decision to end disc production, Star Trek: Legends‘ sudden delisting is sure to add fuel to ongoing debates about a digital-only future. PS5, PS4 RPG Star Trek: Legends…