Valve’s upcoming Steam Machine hardware carries the codename “Fremont,” which directly connects to a character name from Marc Laidlaw’s leaked Half-Life 3 plot. This comes amid increasing rumors from industry insiders about Half-Life content tied to the early 2026 hardware launch. The timing and nam
ModRetro has unveiled its M64 console, a modern remake of the Nintendo 64 that plays original cartridges in 4K resolution. The system features FPGA technology and comes with authentic recreations of the iconic three-pronged controller. Priced at $199, it’s positioned as a direct competitor to Analog
LEGO is completely rethinking its video game strategy after three decades. The company’s executives explain how social gaming and creator tools are replacing traditional single-player experiences for today’s generation.
The Minecraft-like MMO Hytale is getting a second chance after being cancelled by Riot Games. Original creator Simon Collins-Laflamme repurchased the rights and is targeting January 13, 2026 for early access launch.
Hytale, the long-awaited sandbox RPG, finally has an Early Access release date after years of development turmoil. The game launches January 13, 2026 with the developers urging caution and transparency about its unfinished state following its reacquisition from Riot Games.
Microsoft appears to be making good on its 10-year Call of Duty promise to Nintendo. Sledgehammer Games job listings specifically mention Switch experience, hinting at COD 2027 development for Nintendo’s next console. This would mark the series’ return to Nintendo platforms after a 14-year absence.
In a stunning reversal of 90s console wars, modders are porting flagship games to rival platforms. Super Mario 64 is already playable on PlayStation 1, while Spyro The Dragon is being developed for Nintendo 64. These projects showcase remarkable technical achievements that were thought impossible ju
The Xbox 360 represented Microsoft’s most serious push into Japanese game development, securing major exclusives from Square Enix, Capcom, and FromSoftware. After the Xbox One sold 90% fewer units in Japan, Microsoft largely abandoned the market. Now there are signs they’re trying to rebuild those c
Microsoft has officially open-sourced the original Zork trilogy, making the historically significant text adventure games available under MIT license. The move preserves a foundational piece of gaming history that originally launched in 1977 and sold over 680,000 copies by 1986. Developers can now s
Epic Games Store has finally launched its long-promised game gifting feature. Players can now purchase and send games directly to friends on their Epic friends list. The feature comes with some limitations and arrives years after competitors.
