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David Bowie’s ‘Heroes’ Streams Spike After ‘Stranger Things’ Finale
David Bowie’s iconic “Heroes” era. (Photo: Courtesy Photo) David Bowie’s legendary 1977 masterpiece, “Heroes,” is enjoying a massive resurgence across global streaming platforms. This newfound momentum follows its poignant inclusion in the series finale of Netflix’s Stranger Things, which premiered on December 31. According to recent data from Luminate, the track experienced a nearly 500%...
Final Fantasy IX Character Designer Leaves Square Enix
Toshiyuki Itahana, a veteran designer who spent over three decades defining the visual identity of Square Enix’s most iconic characters, has officially departed from the studio. Reflecting on his career in a personal blog post, the artist shared: “As I pondered the future of my creative work, I made the decision to leave Square Enix...
New Styx: Blades of Greed gameplay revealed — the stealth series is changing the rules
Styx: Blades of Greed has resurfaced with an extensive nine-minute gameplay reveal. The footage showcases the creative direction of this third installment, promising stealth enthusiasts a wealth of mechanical innovations. Cyanide Studio has adjusted the game’s release schedule; the title is now slated to launch on February 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S,...
ARC Raiders Continues to Break Records: Analysts Reveal Sales Figures and Player Activity
Embark Studios is riding a wave of sustained success with ARC Raiders, as the title continues to solidify its reputation as a dominant force in the extraction shooter genre. Recent metrics indicate that the project has successfully retained a significant portion of its Steam community. This loyalty is attributed not only to the game’s polished...
Code Vein II to Be Playable Before Launch: Bandai Namco to Release Character Creator
Code Vein II is slated for launch on January 30, 2026, across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with a portion of the experience arriving even sooner. Bandai Namco has unveiled a free demo featuring the game’s robust character creator, scheduled to drop on January 23 for all supported platforms. The developers shared: This demo...
Samsung Warns: Global Memory Shortage to Hit Entire Tech Sector
A senior Samsung executive has issued a warning that the global memory chip deficit is set to reverberate throughout the entire technology sector, inevitably driving up retail prices. According to the company, no manufacturer will remain untouched by the fallout of this supply chain crisis. In a recent conversation with Reuters, Samsung co-CEO TM Roh...
Will NVIDIA Open a New Chapter in the Gaming Industry Today? Company to Introduce DLSS 4.5 – Media
According to reports from VideoCardz, NVIDIA is slated to officially unveil DLSS 4.5 on January 6, marking the next major milestone in the evolution of its DLSS 4 ecosystem. This update centers on optimizing Super Resolution and debuting the Dynamic Multi Frame Generation mode. By employing a second-generation transformer model, NVIDIA aims to deliver a...
The graphics card market is so bad NVIDIA will revive the 5-year-old RTX 3060 – Rumor
The PC hardware landscape heading into 2026 is growing increasingly volatile, mirroring the most challenging supply crises of recent years. The primary catalyst is a severe DRAM shortage that began in late 2025, sending shockwaves through the production of next-generation graphics cards. Facing crippling scarcity and inflated price tags for the RTX 50 series, NVIDIA...
Is the “Spiritual Successor to Mass Effect” in Trouble? Former Exodus Head Issues Statement
The gaming community has been abuzz with speculation following reports of high-level personnel changes at Archetype Entertainment. Fans grew concerned after news broke regarding the departure of studio head James Ohlen. Apprehension over development stability and the final quality of Exodus—a project frequently hailed as the spiritual successor to Mass Effect—prompted the industry veteran to...
First Trailer for New Robin Hood Movie Reveals Gritty Reboot
Image: A24 / Credit: Aidan Monaghan “Shall I reveal a truth? The legends of Robin Hood are ubiquitous, yet they are built upon a foundation of deception.” Whether your first encounter with the Prince of Thieves was a charming animated fox, the stoic Sean Connery, or the grittier BBC iteration from the mid-2000s, the core...
David Rosen, Sega Co-Founder Who Changed the World of Video Games, Dies
Sega co-founder David Rosen has passed away at the age of 95. His spokesperson, Brad Callaway, confirmed that Rosen died peacefully at his Los Angeles residence on Christmas Day. Alongside Martin Bromley, Ray Lemaire, and Dick Dodderer, Rosen was a foundational figure in Sega’s evolution. Originally established as Service Games to manage arcade and coin-operated...
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Developers Planned a Weight Gain System for the Character
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II is a sophisticated RPG set within a meticulously detailed medieval world. A testament to this realism is the game’s approach to equipment: armor requires several underlying layers of clothing to ensure the metal doesn’t injure the protagonist. However, the developers initially envisioned even more granular mechanics. Martin Klíma, co-founder of Warhorse...
New PS5 Exploit: Which Games Are Potentially Suitable for Hacking the Console
A recently uncovered PS5 save-game exploit may be far more versatile than initially thought, potentially extending beyond a single title. According to findings shared by X user DesignerLeake, who has been documenting the vulnerability within Star Wars Racer Revenge, several other PS2-emulated titles could serve as alternative entry points for the exploit. The hack leverages...
Cyberpunk 2 Director Addresses Controversial Cyberpunk 2077 Element: Change Won’t Improve the Game
While CD Projekt RED is already laying the groundwork for the Cyberpunk 2077 sequel, discussions regarding a divisive element of the original game’s pacing continue to surface. Cyberpunk 2 Director Igor Sarzyński recently shared his perspective: “Would extending Act 1—everything leading up to the heist—have made for a better game? I don’t think so. It...
Resident Evil Requiem in 4K at 290 FPS: Capcom and NVIDIA Showcase the Future of Horror
At CES 2026, NVIDIA debuted DLSS 4.5, positioning Resident Evil Requiem as the flagship title for this breakthrough technology. In the latest chapter of Capcom’s legendary franchise, ray tracing is utilized to its full potential. Thanks to DLSS 4, players can expect visual fidelity of the highest caliber. NVIDIA showcased gameplay footage maintaining a blistering...
GeForce RTX Gets a Superpower: DLSS 4.5 to Boost Performance up to 6x
NVIDIA has officially unveiled DLSS 4.5, marking the next evolution of its Deep Learning Super Sampling technology, which significantly boosts frame rates without compromising visual fidelity. According to the developers: DLSS 4.5 utilizes a second-generation transformer model for Super Resolution, offering over five times the efficiency of the original version and trained on a vastly...
David Bowie’s ‘Heroes’ Streams Spike After ‘Stranger Things’ Finale
David Bowie’s iconic “Heroes” era. (Photo: Courtesy Photo) David Bowie’s legendary 1977 masterpiece, “Heroes,” is enjoying a massive resurgence across global streaming platforms. This newfound momentum follows its poignant inclusion in the series finale of Netflix’s Stranger Things, which premiered on December 31. According to recent data from Luminate, the track experienced a nearly 500%...
Final Fantasy IX Character Designer Leaves Square Enix
Toshiyuki Itahana, a veteran designer who spent over three decades defining the visual identity of Square Enix’s most iconic characters, has officially departed from the studio. Reflecting on his career in a personal blog post, the artist shared: “As I pondered the future of my creative work, I made the decision to leave Square Enix...
New Styx: Blades of Greed gameplay revealed — the stealth series is changing the rules
Styx: Blades of Greed has resurfaced with an extensive nine-minute gameplay reveal. The footage showcases the creative direction of this third installment, promising stealth enthusiasts a wealth of mechanical innovations. Cyanide Studio has adjusted the game’s release schedule; the title is now slated to launch on February 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S,...
ARC Raiders Continues to Break Records: Analysts Reveal Sales Figures and Player Activity
Embark Studios is riding a wave of sustained success with ARC Raiders, as the title continues to solidify its reputation as a dominant force in the extraction shooter genre. Recent metrics indicate that the project has successfully retained a significant portion of its Steam community. This loyalty is attributed not only to the game’s polished...
Code Vein II to Be Playable Before Launch: Bandai Namco to Release Character Creator
Code Vein II is slated for launch on January 30, 2026, across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with a portion of the experience arriving even sooner. Bandai Namco has unveiled a free demo featuring the game’s robust character creator, scheduled to drop on January 23 for all supported platforms. The developers shared: This demo...
Samsung Warns: Global Memory Shortage to Hit Entire Tech Sector
A senior Samsung executive has issued a warning that the global memory chip deficit is set to reverberate throughout the entire technology sector, inevitably driving up retail prices. According to the company, no manufacturer will remain untouched by the fallout of this supply chain crisis. In a recent conversation with Reuters, Samsung co-CEO TM Roh...
Will NVIDIA Open a New Chapter in the Gaming Industry Today? Company to Introduce DLSS 4.5 – Media
According to reports from VideoCardz, NVIDIA is slated to officially unveil DLSS 4.5 on January 6, marking the next major milestone in the evolution of its DLSS 4 ecosystem. This update centers on optimizing Super Resolution and debuting the Dynamic Multi Frame Generation mode. By employing a second-generation transformer model, NVIDIA aims to deliver a...
The graphics card market is so bad NVIDIA will revive the 5-year-old RTX 3060 – Rumor
The PC hardware landscape heading into 2026 is growing increasingly volatile, mirroring the most challenging supply crises of recent years. The primary catalyst is a severe DRAM shortage that began in late 2025, sending shockwaves through the production of next-generation graphics cards. Facing crippling scarcity and inflated price tags for the RTX 50 series, NVIDIA...
Is the “Spiritual Successor to Mass Effect” in Trouble? Former Exodus Head Issues Statement
The gaming community has been abuzz with speculation following reports of high-level personnel changes at Archetype Entertainment. Fans grew concerned after news broke regarding the departure of studio head James Ohlen. Apprehension over development stability and the final quality of Exodus—a project frequently hailed as the spiritual successor to Mass Effect—prompted the industry veteran to...








