Vishal Kamal has been covering video games for 7 years, writing about everything from hardware deals and new releases to esports and the business
side of the industry. He runs TheBadGamer, focused on gaming news worth your time.
Steam is offering a surprise free game valued at $40 for all users to claim and keep forever, available until May 28. This limited-time giveaway is a rare opportunity for gamers to add a premium title to their library without cost. Claim your free game before the deadline to secure permanent ownership.
Discover the surprising online villain of Forza Horizon 6, Bowie Knife99, whose exploits have left the community in awe and fear. This mysterious player's actions have become the talk of the game's online mode, with many wondering about the motivations behind the mayhem. Forza Horizon 6 players are on high alert, wondering what Bowie Knife99's next move will be.
Rocket League, the beloved physics-based soccer game, is set to undergo its most significant update yet, migrating from Unreal Engine 3 to Unreal Engine 6. Unveiled at the Paris Majors, this update promises enhanced visuals, finer details, and a first look at Epic's next-gen engine. This move marks a new era for Rocket League, leveraging Epic's latest technology.
Celebrate Memorial Day with a massive $950 discount on the Lenovo Legion Pro 7 RTX 5090, one of the most powerful gaming laptops available, featuring the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 mobile GPU. This laptop boasts exceptional performance with its Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor and a stunning 16" OLED display. Grab this deal now for just $3,049.
Celebrate Memorial Day with a 25% discount on the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Gen 2 Wireless Gaming Headset, now just $149.99 with free shipping. Normally $200, this headset boasts improved battery life and premium features. Compatible with PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, it's the lowest price seen for this second-generation model.
Get your first look at Unreal Engine 6 courtesy of a visually stunning Rocket League teaser, showcasing interoperable content and real-time cinematic visuals. Though lacking gameplay details, the trailer highlights a significant graphical leap. Rocket League's upcoming visual revamp, powered by UE6, promises a new era for the game.
Peak, the hit co-op game, leans into the "friendslop" genre, focusing on social interaction and proximity voice chat. Developer Aggro Crab sees the label as a positive catalyst for discourse. By emphasizing friendship and shared experiences, Peak redefines what co-op gaming can achieve.
The Secretlab Memorial Day Sale offers significant discounts on its iconic gaming chairs, including the Titan Evo series with themed editions from popular franchises like Warhammer, Genshin Impact, and Star Wars. Save up to $129 off on select models, with additional tiered savings available. The sale also includes the highly-regarded Titan Evo Nanogen and Magnus desks.
Secure the powerful Alienware Aurora RTX 5080 Gaming PC, featuring a GeForce RTX 5080 GPU capable of running any game in 4K, for a discounted $1,862 at Dell Outlet. This refurbished unit comes with a 1-year warranty and free shipping, but inventory is extremely limited. Don't miss this rare deal on a high-performance gaming setup.
Catch the incredible Memorial Day deal on the 77" LG G5 Gallery Series 4K OLED TV, now $2,199 with free delivery on Amazon, featuring MLA Tandem OLED for superior brightness and reduced burn-in risk. This top-tier TV boasts native 120Hz, four HDMI 2.1 ports, VRR, and ALLM, making it ideal for gaming on PS5, Xbox Series X, or PC. Stock is limited, so act fast to secure this high-end model at a significant discount from its $3,000 MSRP.
