This weekend brings notable discounts on Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, the Nintendo Switch 2 console, and the Jurassic World 4K 7-Movie Collection. Our review gave Tomodachi Life a 7/10, praising its creativity-driven civilization simulation while criticizing restrictive sharing features. The Switch 2 is available refurbished for $399.99 ahead of a planned price increase.
Nintendo has officially confirmed that the Switch 2 will cost £419.99 in the UK beginning September 1, a £24 increase over the current £395.99 price. The hike mirrors similar increases across the US, Canada, and Europe, which Nintendo attributes to market conditions and the global business outlook.
Twelve titles, including the critically acclaimed Risk of Rain 2 and Tropico 6, will exit PlayStation Plus on July 21, 2026. This removal coincides with a price increase for the Essential tier. Players have a limited time to experience these games before they leave the service.
Valve has reaffirmed the summer 2026 launch for its Steam Machine and Steam Frame, despite facing delays due to the challenging hardware market. These platforms are set to integrate key features like Steam Input and Verified Programs for enhanced usability. The launch comes amidst concerns of a potential price increase, following a recent hike in Steam Deck's price.
Valve has announced a substantial price hike for the Steam Deck's OLED models, citing component costs and logistical challenges. The 512GB OLED Steam Deck jumps from $549 to $789, while the 1TB model increases from $649 to $949. This move positions the Steam Deck closer to the price range of other high-end handhelds like the Xbox Rog Ally X.
Valve's Steam Deck has officially received a substantial price hike across all its variants. This move is set to impact the console's competitiveness in the portable gaming market. Players awaiting a purchase might need to reconsider their budget.
Valve's Steam Deck has undergone a significant price hike, affecting all models of the handheld gaming device. The increase, which ranges across the different storage capacities, may impact its competitiveness in the portable gaming market. Steam Deck buyers will now face higher upfront costs.
Sony has announced a price increase for new PlayStation Plus subscribers in select regions, citing "ongoing market conditions". Existing subscribers are unaffected unless their subscription lapses or changes, with exceptions in Turkey and India. The new prices start at $10.99 USD monthly for the Essential tier.
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.
