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There's plenty of dead tech from the 1980s that can stir up emotions, and old video game consoles are one of them. It was a simple time, when the graphics were pixelated, the controllers were wired, ...

As promised, Sony is rolling out a new PS5 system software update for March 2026, which brings new features to the base console and PS5 Pro. Patch notes for firmware 26.02-13.00.00 have also been ...

Project Helix has been confirmed as the codename for Microsoft's next-gen Xbox gaming console. Credit: Nikolas Kokovlis/NurPhoto via Getty Images After a big shakeup at Microsoft's gaming division, ...

Gaming consoles have a fascinating history, with the 1972 release of the Magnavox Odyssey marking a major shift in the entertainment landscape. Arcades were still thriving in their golden age at that ...

GameSpot may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and from purchases through links. The original Nintendo Switch has surpassed the DS in sales, ...

The Nintendo Switch has become the company's best-selling console ever with over 155 million units sold. It was released in 2017, a pivotal time for Nintendo which was coming off the back of a flop ...

Xbox has been losing the gaming console war for years, as declining hardware sales struggle to compete against the Nintendo Switch and Sony's PlayStation. The past year has seen layoffs, price hikes ...

The recent announcement from Valve of a new slate of hardware products has excited players, but while a revamped Steam Controller and an updated virtual reality headset, the Steam Frame, have drawn ...

Setting your PlayStation 5 as your primary console ensures other users on that system can access your digital games and PlayStation Plus benefits. This includes offline access to your library and ...

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