Valve is compensating shoppers who received their Steam Controllers in the wrong country with a free standard-edition game of their choice. This gesture, dubbed an "Average Valve W" by the Steam community, has garnered widespread goodwill. Affected users can select any game available in their region.
Author Matt Dinniman discusses his post-Dungeon Crawler Carl ambitions, hinting at an alien legal drama inspired by Quasar, a fan-favorite character. This new project could either introduce a fresh protagonist or spin off from Quasar's storyline. Dinniman's plans remain tentative, with the series' conclusion and TV adaptation on the horizon.
PlayStation has unveiled its lineup of Extra and Premium games for PlayStation Plus subscribers in May 2026, featuring a diverse array of titles across various genres. This month's selection includes highly anticipated games and hidden gems, catering to a wide range of gaming preferences. Subscribers can look forward to exploring new worlds and challenges with these additions.
Dead Cells, one of Steam's breakout roguelites, is getting a sequel, promising to enhance the formula that made the original a hit. The new game aims to deliver more of what fans love, with potential for new twists. Details are scarce, but the announcement has already stirred excitement among fans of the genre.
Nintendo introduces the Switch 2: Choose Your Game Bundle, offering a choice between Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, and the surprisingly successful Pokémon Pokopia, all for $499.99, effectively a $50 game cost. This deal is set to expire on September 1, when the base Switch 2 price increases to $30 without a game included.
Forza Horizon 6's PC version has leaked online ahead of its May 19th release, attributed to an unencrypted Steam build upload mishap. The leak has drawn negative reactions from Premium Edition buyers who paid for early access. The game's legitimacy is confirmed by leaked videos and images circulating on social media and YouTube.
Nintendo's President Shuntaro Furukawa has apologized for the $50 price increase across all regions for the Switch 2, citing rising production costs. To compensate, the company promises a "robust software lineup". The move comes after a year of unprecedented demand in 2025, with predicted lower console sales in the coming year.
In a significant shift within Nintendo's leadership, a renowned director behind iconic Mario and Zelda titles has announced retirement after four decades of service. This move marks the end of an era for a creator intimately involved in shaping Nintendo's most beloved franchises. The gaming community reflects on a legacy that has profoundly impacted the industry.
Final Fantasy 14's director Naoki Yoshida revealed that the newest expansion, Evercold, almost didn't follow the series' 12-year compound word naming tradition. Yoshida had alternative names in mind, including Absolute Zero for Evercold, which was ultimately rejected. The expansion promises a unique icy journey for the Warriors of Light.
The PlayStation 2, with 160 million units sold, is poised to remain the best-selling console of all time as Nintendo Switch sales significantly drop off. The Switch has sold 155.92 million units, with a forecasted addition of only 2 million in the next financial year, leaving it short of the PS2's record. This gap is unlikely to close, especially with the Switch 2's launch on the horizon.
