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gaming5 days ago•8 min saved

AI price hikes could slow the next console generation

Generative AI is driving up RAM and overall costs for consumer electronics, contributing to shortages (like Steam Decks) and fueling talk that the next console generation (PS6/Xbox) could be delayed. The piece weighs whether a longer cycle makes sense—allowing more time to play current games and catch up on a backlog, but risking continued price shocks and diminished momentum—while suggesting retro gaming as a more affordable alternative. Public reaction is mixed: some welcome delaying the new tech, others want to move forward and see how things evolve.

via Eurogamer|

#ai #consoles #gaming

gaming24 days ago•24 min saved

Switch Breaks Nintendo's Sales Record, Overtaking the DS as Top Console

Nintendo’s original Switch has become the company’s best-selling console ever with 155.37 million units sold by December 31, 2025, surpassing the DS's 154.02 million. The Switch 2 fueled a holiday surge and is on track to meet a 19 million fiscal-2026 target, supported by strong software sales (e.g., Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza) and solid quarterly revenue and profit.

via Engadget|

#consoles #ds #gaming

gaming25 days ago•13 min saved

Nintendo Switch tops DS to claim Nintendo's all-time sales crown

Nintendo reports that the Switch has outsold the Nintendo DS, reaching about 155.37 million units worldwide compared with DS’s 154.02 million, making it Nintendo’s best-selling system ever. The PlayStation 2 still holds the overall hardware lead at around 160.63 million. With Switch 2 on the horizon, it could keep the momentum, though the original Switch remains in production.

via Nintendo Everything|

#consoles #ds #gaming

technology2 months ago•22 min saved

Top Cyber Monday Gaming Deals for 2025: Save on Consoles, Games, and Accessories

Cyber Monday 2025 offers significant discounts on gaming consoles like the Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, and accessories, along with deals on games, microSD cards, controllers, and gaming peripherals, making it a prime time for gamers to upgrade or restock their gear.

via Engadget|

#consoles #cyber-monday #gaming-deals

technology2 months ago•9 min saved

Top Cyber Monday Gaming Deals on PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch

Cyber Monday offers significant discounts on gaming consoles, PCs, games, accessories, and gift cards across major retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart, making it an ideal time for gamers to purchase new gear and titles before the holiday season.

via CNET|

#consoles #cyber-monday #discounts

gaming5 months ago•2 min saved

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater Receives Stability Patch and Tops French Charts

Konami released a patch for Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater on Xbox Series X/S and PS5 to fix crashes, improve textures, and add new features, with a future update planned for Steam and further stability enhancements under investigation.

via Eurogamer|

#consoles #gaming #metal-gear-solid-delta

technology7 months ago•3 min saved

PlayStation Summer Sale 2025 Offers Major Discounts on PS5 Consoles, Games, and VR Titles

PlayStation Direct's Summer Sale 2025 offers up to 60% off on select PS5 consoles, bundles, and games until July 29, with notable deals on PS5 Slim consoles, game discounts like Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, and bundles including PS Plus Premium, making it a prime opportunity for gamers to upgrade or expand their collection.

via IGN|

#consoles #discounts #games

technology7 months ago•1 min saved

BBC's Retro Gaming Blunder Sparks Mixed Reactions

A BBC Breakfast segment on retro gaming highlighted the resurgence of interest in classic consoles and games, but the segment was humorously marred by props that were historically inaccurate or mismatched, such as a SNES with an NES cartridge, prompting a response from UKIE. The trend taps into nostalgia and community, with the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 expected to improve on past console limitations.

via Kotaku|

#bbc-breakfast #consoles #nintendo-switch-2

technology8 months ago•2 min saved

AMD Unveils Full Roadmap of Gaming-Optimized Chips Amid Microsoft Partnership

AMD is committed to expanding its gaming hardware portfolio with a full roadmap of gaming-optimized chips for PCs, consoles, handhelds, and the cloud, emphasizing backwards compatibility and AI-powered graphics, as announced by CEO Lisa Su.

via PC Guide|

#amd #consoles #gaming

gaming9 months ago•1 min saved

The Witcher 3 to Receive Major Updates and Console Mod Support in 2025

CD Projekt Red announced that later this year, The Witcher 3 will receive a patch enabling cross-platform mod support on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, allowing players to share and enjoy user-created content across these platforms, enhancing the game's longevity and replayability.

via Kotaku|

#cd-projekt-red #consoles #game-updates

technology9 months ago•2 min saved

The Witcher 3 Announces Final 2025 Patch with Cross-Platform Mod Support for Consoles

The Witcher 3 will receive a new patch in 2025 that introduces cross-platform mod support for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, making mods accessible on consoles for the first time, as part of its 10th anniversary celebrations.

via IGN|

#consoles #cross-platform #mods

technology1 year ago•4 min saved

Top Cyber Monday 2024 Deals for Gamers: Xbox, PS5, and More

Cyber Monday offers significant discounts on Xbox products, surpassing Black Friday deals. Highlights include Xbox Series X consoles for $380, controllers starting at $35, and 1TB expansion cards for $99.99. Popular games like Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero and Dragon Age: The Veilguard are also on sale. These deals are available for a limited time, with most expiring at the end of Cyber Monday.

via IGN|

#consoles #cyber-monday #deals

technology1 year ago•1 min saved

Sony Celebrates PlayStation Legacy with PS2's 160 Million Sales Milestone

Sony celebrates 30 years of PlayStation by launching a new website documenting the history of its gaming consoles, from the PS1 to the PS5, including handheld systems and VR headsets. The site provides details on each console's sales, standout games, and features, such as the PS2's record-breaking sales and the PS3's 3D gaming capabilities. The PS4 section highlights its classic titles and PSVR, while the PS5 section discusses Sony's PC gaming efforts and the PS Plus overhaul.

via Push Square|

#anniversary #consoles #gaminghistory

technology1 year ago•3 min saved

Xbox to Retire Avatars Across All Platforms by January 2025

Microsoft will discontinue the Xbox Avatar Editor app on January 9, 2025, due to low engagement, affecting Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC users. The original Xbox 360 Avatars will remain available for supported games. Purchases of Avatar items made between November 2023 and the closure date will be refunded. Microsoft emphasizes its focus on other personalization options like dynamic backgrounds and profile themes.

via TrueAchievements|

#avatars #consoles #gaming

technology1 year ago•12 min saved

Unbeatable Nintendo Switch Deals: Black Friday's Best Yet

This year's Black Friday offers unprecedented deals on Nintendo Switch products, with record-low prices on console bundles, games, and accessories. The discounts include significant savings on newly released games and rarely discounted first-party accessories. Highlights include Nintendo Switch bundles at Best Buy with substantial savings, and games like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom at a record-low price. The article suggests that now is an excellent time to purchase a Nintendo Switch, especially with the upcoming release of the Nintendo Switch 2, which is expected to be more expensive.

via Gamesradar|

#black-friday #consoles #deals