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Console prices could increase by 69% (not nice)
By Sean Endicott published
Gaming A report warns that electronics prices could rise if new tariffs take effect, with game consoles up 69% and smartphones, tablets, and laptops also increasing.

Paradox Interactive announces Europa Universalis V
By Samuel Tolbert published
Gaming Paradox Interactive's next grand strategy game is Europa Universalis V, letting players take command of any nation in 1337 and change the course of history.

Razer just dropped its tiniest wireless gaming accessories, and I've gone hands-on
By Zachary Boddy published
Accessories Razer has announced the new Basilisk Mobile wireless gaming mouse and Joro wireless gaming keyboard, two tiny accessories designed for portability above all.

Frostpunk 2's free "major content update" is available right now
By Michael Hoglund published
Gaming 11 Bit Studios just spilled a bunch of new features for Frostpunk 2 that are available now as part of a free "major content update".

Diablo 4 "Mother's Judgement" promo includes a putrid scented candle
By Jennifer Young published
Gaming Blizzard just announced a giveaway of 666 Lilith-themed candles for a "Mother's Judgement" event, or a demonic digital card to honor the Mother of Sanctuar.y

There won't likely be any RTX 5060 reviews available at launch
By Cale Hunt published
Hardware NVIDIA's RTX 5060 is expected to launch on May 19. Unfortunately, NVIDIA looks to be limiting review driver access, adding another red flag to the launch.

Microsoft's 'sneaky tactic' can't hide how good this Surface Pro 11 deal is
By Sean Endicott published
Deal Microsoft pulled its $999 Surface Pro 11, but Best Buy’s $799 deal gets you the same device for even less.

OpenAI wants to slash Microsoft's revenue share in half by 2030
By Kevin Okemwa published
AI OpenAI reportedly plans to slash Microsoft's revenue share after the ChatGPT maker's CEO announced that the AI firm jumped ship on its plan to evolve into a for-profit entity.
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