Logitech’s new G Pro X3 Superstrike improves the original X2 model with better balance and battery life, rendering the X2 nearly obsolete just months after launch.
A PC Gamer editor recounts his earliest MMO experiences, from a forgettable Runescape character to a pivotal World of Warcraft account secured at age 12.
PC Gamer reflects on the lingering disappointment over the cancellation of Myst VI, highlighting the loss of actor Noshir Dalal’s performance and the rarity of such villainous roles in games.
Valve has introduced cosmetic eggs for Counter-Strike 2 players, offering new customization options amid ongoing anticheat concerns.
Netflix will release The Conjuring: Unspoken, the franchise’s first video game, in October 2027, expanding the universe beyond films.
Hacking group ShinyHunters claims to have breached FBI databases, alleging access to data on all employees and applicants, including personal details.
A PC Gamer poll reveals most users assign mouse side buttons to browser navigation, while a vocal minority prefer copy/paste for ergonomic efficiency.
Warner Bros. released set photos from the next Lord of the Rings movie, The Hunt for Gollum, featuring familiar locations and cast members ahead of its 2027 release.
Zach Cregger, director of the upcoming Resident Evil film, named Leon Kennedy as his preferred bodyguard character, citing Kennedy’s protective reputation.
Creative Assembly signals ongoing support for Total War: Warhammer, hinting at future DLC packs and expansions despite the end of Warhammer Fantasy.
Total War: Warhammer’s Immortal Empires campaign is unlocked by buying any $9 Lords of the End Times lord, granting access to Bretonnia and varied faction content starting September 24.
Total War: Warhammer 3’s Lords of the End Times DLC introduces Nagash’s Black Pyramid upgrade system, drawing comparisons to Path of Exile’s skill tree for its complex, interconnected buffs and passive abilities.
Age of Empires studio World's Edge confirmed layoffs affecting nearly half its staff following its transition to Activision as part of Xbox’s restructuring.
The EU Commission proposed the KIDS Act to regulate online spaces, including games, with age restrictions and design limits for minors under 18, requiring parental controls and age verification methods.
Microsoft’s patent outlines a system where AI generates or alters game content based on players’ facial expressions, speech, or actions, aiming to dynamically reshape narratives, quests, and assets in real time.
A new mod for Baldur’s Gate 3 adds the Chionthar Wilds, a sprawling wilderness region between the Shadow-Cursed Lands and Baldur’s Gate, featuring over 30 fights, 70 items, and new quests.
A Star Trek Online limited loot box celebrated the franchise’s 60th anniversary with a new *Strange New Worlds*-inspired ship, drawing significant player spending.
PC Gamer highlights genre-mixed horror Tenebris Somnia, roguelike tactics game Wane, autobattling Pirate Balatro Piroker, and multiplayer deckbuilder Hellcard II from the Tokyo Direct 2026 showcase.
A PC Gamer writer outlines personal adjustments they would make to avoid the fatal choices in the upcoming Resident Evil film, emphasizing caution and responsibility.
A Halo Studios cinematic director was promoted and laid off within days, highlighting ongoing instability at Xbox studios amid large-scale job cuts.
Valve’s Counter-Strike 2 introduced unannounced pet chickens that hatch from weekly drops, featuring inspectable skins and playful behaviors, overshadowing the Rush Hour update.
A writer regrets min-maxing in *WoW: Forever* after Blizzard announced a level cap increase to 30, leaving them with overfilled quest inventories and insufficient bag space.
PC Gamer’s readers are voting on the worst graphical effect in games, with depth of field and vignette currently in contention.
Undead Labs, developer of State of Decay 3, announced layoffs following its independence from Xbox, citing a need to restructure after securing employee ownership.
In-person esports tournaments now surpass online events with immersive lighting, sound, and spectator experiences, transforming competitive gaming into a theatrical spectacle.
Australians without credit cards face barriers buying R18+ PC games on Steam due to new age verification rules, pushing users toward alternative stores.
Microsoft has transferred development of the next Halo game to Call of Duty’s publisher Activision amid 268 layoffs, including at Halo Studios, as part of a broader restructuring of Xbox’s first-party teams.
Nex Playground, a motion-controlled console, is expanding globally with $150 million in financing, exceeding sales targets in new markets and prioritizing affordability despite rising hardware costs.
Xbox has laid off 268 employees and reorganized its studios, transferring franchises like Halo to Activision and merging others under Bethesda and new combined teams.
IO Interactive delayed the Nintendo Switch 2 launch of 007 First Light to March 2027, citing technical and marketing factors, despite the port progressing well.