World of Warcraft: Forever launches November 4, bringing players back to a Classic-era Azeroth filled with new zones, the Skyborne race, and first-party Gamepad (Alpha) support. The update is included with existing subscriptions and enables couch and handheld play for the first time.
Steam Next Fest returned with its biggest demo lineup yet, but quantity didn't equal quality as hundreds of low-effort titles cluttered the event. Gamespot's editorial team played through the chaos to identify 50 demos that actually deserve your attention before the festival ends.
EA has halted development on Project Lotus, the mobile multiplayer Sims spin-off formerly known as Project Rene, to prioritize Project Evergreen. The rumored Sims 4 sequel is reportedly targeting a September 2027 gold deadline for a fall 2027 launch on PC and handhelds like Steam Deck. This marks the first new mainline Sims entry since The Sims 4 launched in 2014.
Inside Internet's new Asobi app lets Steam Deck and Linux users stream PlayStation Plus cloud games without owning a PS4 or PS5. The free playtest unlocks premium features like 4K upscaling and haptic feedback, though a PlayStation Plus Premium subscription and PSN account are still required.
Steam users can now check compatibility of games with Steam Machine and SteamOS directly on store pages, though not all titles have a rating yet. Games like Black Myth: Wukong are listed as "unknown" due to intense GPU/CPU demands. Compatibility checks vary, with some games verified on Steam Machine but not Steam Deck.
Valve's latest SteamOS update, version 3.8.14, significantly improves WiFi download speeds by fixing an issue with routers advertising incorrect MCS requirements. Available now for non-Valve machines and in beta for Steam Deck owners, this update promises smoother downloads. The public Steam Deck release is expected within days.
Valve has expressed interest in making the Steam Machine more affordable, citing its goal to strengthen the connection between gamers and their games. However, due to global component shortages and historically high prices, a price drop is not anticipated anytime soon. The Steam Machine currently starts at $1,049 for its 512GB model.
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Valve has officially confirmed that the Steam Frame is set to ship "this summer", bringing a highly anticipated PC gaming solution to the market. This announcement is significant for gamers eager to experience high-performance, portable gaming. The Steam Frame promises to revolutionize the way players enjoy Steam games on the go.
