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Taiwanese buyers of Gigabyte's RTX 5090 Infinity 32G can receive 1 gram of 999 pure gold. This luxury promo celebrates Gigabyte's 40th anniversary. The RTX 5090 itself boasts a max boost clock of 2730 MHz and a hefty price tag of around $5,250.
Take-Two Interactive has ordered the shutdown of GTA 5 modding platform Rage:MP, citing its Platform License Agreement (PLA) that designates FiveM as the sole authorized multiplayer modding platform. Server owners must migrate by August 31, 2026. The move sparks concern among modders about losing freedom, reminiscent of past tensions between Take-Two and the GTA modding community.
Paralives, the indie life sim from Canada, has launched to immense success with 250,000 copies sold in just 8 hours and an 89% positive Steam rating. Despite its early-access jank, it promises a refreshing, paid-DLC-free alternative to The Sims series. Players and critics alike are drawn to its charm, including its plethora of humorous bugs.
A Scottish politician's embezzlement scheme took an unexpected turn with the revelation that part of the stolen funds were used for a gaming spree. Grand Theft Auto 5 (GTA 5) for PlayStation 4 was among the purchases, alongside multiple consoles and accessories. The $2,500 gaming haul is just a fraction of the over $500,000 embezzled.
In a move targeting niche gaming communities, Russian censors have begun flagging and restricting access to several yuri-themed visual novel titles on Steam, citing violations of the country's strict content regulations. This crackdown affects titles known for their same-sex female relationships, sparking concern among gamers about growing censorship. The impacted games remain available in other regions.
Respawn Entertainment's latest update for Apex Legends dropped on May 26, 2026, bringing significant changes to the battle royale's meta. This update promises to shake up competitive play with nerfs to dominant legends and the introduction of a revamped ranked system. Players can expect a more balanced experience across all platforms.
Paralives, the life sim in early access, is plagued by a bizarre glitch introducing "Charlie Default," a naked, nonbinary character, into players' save files, replacing adopted children. This unexpected invader has sparked surprise and amusement among players, including the author, who's chosen to embrace Charlie. As the community awaits an official explanation, Charlie's presence raises questions about the game's debugging processes.
Cube World, the voxel exploration game that once rivaled Minecraft's hype, marks 15 years of development with a surprise update announcement, sparking mixed reactions from its dwindling community. Despite a "mostly negative" Steam review score and mere 19 concurrent players, developer Picroma persists. The game's latest update, Cube World Omega, built on Unreal Engine 5, promises craft stations and shops, rekindling skepticism and faint hope among fans.
Discover the unique crossover between Palworld and Valheim with the "Skol! Palworld X Valheim" Steam Bundle, offering a blend of monster collecting and Viking survival. This unexpected partnership brings together two distinct gaming worlds. Players can now explore both games with a special bundled offer.
Life Architect, the surprise Steam release, is already drawing crowds away from The Sims series with its innovative building mechanics and deeper character customization. Players praise its more realistic relationship dynamics and expansive open-world design. With a strong community forming, could this be the Sims killer the market has been waiting for?
