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The latest gaming tech, news, & in-depth reviews. Stay updated on all things gaming with Windows HQ’s expert coverage.

SteamOS 3.8.6 Beta Released: Major Controller Support and Performance Upgrades
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SteamOS 3.8.6 Beta Released: Major Controller Support and Performance Upgrades

31/05/2026

SteamOS 3.8.6, dubbed "Second Clutch," introduces major controller support for handhelds like the MSI Claw and OneXPlayer. The update also brings key fixes, including improved WiFi performance and better support…

Nintendo Raises Switch 2 Prices Globally Amid Rising Costs and Sales Forecast Cut
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Nintendo Raises Switch 2 Prices Globally Amid Rising Costs and Sales Forecast Cut

08/05/2026

Nintendo announced significant price hikes for the Switch 2 due to rising component costs and tariffs. The console will retail for $499.99 in the US starting September 1st. The company…

Valve Stockpiles ‘Game Consoles’ in US Shipments, Signaling Potential Steam Machine Launch
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Valve Stockpiles ‘Game Consoles’ in US Shipments, Signaling Potential Steam Machine Launch

06/05/2026

Valve has shipped over 45 tons of unspecified "Game Consoles" to the US, following 90 tons since February. These large-scale stockpiles suggest preparation for the highly anticipated Steam Machine launch,…

Windows 11 KB5083631 Rolls Out Major Features, Including Xbox Game Mode and System Reliability Fixes
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Windows 11 KB5083631 Rolls Out Major Features, Including Xbox Game Mode and System Reliability Fixes

03/05/2026

Windows 11 receives a major optional update, headlined by Xbox Mode to optimize your PC for gaming. Beyond enhanced gaming, enjoy significant reliability boosts, a more stable File Explorer, and…

Steam Controller’s Japanese Debut Reported for May 4th, Featuring Dual Trackpads and HD Rumble
Gaming Technology

Steam Controller’s Japanese Debut Reported for May 4th, Featuring Dual Trackpads and HD Rumble

28/04/2026

The Steam Controller is reportedly launching in Japan on May 4th, priced at an estimated $99. Featuring dual trackpads, programmable buttons, and HD rumble, the device promises a premium gaming…

PS6 Ray Tracing Performance: 10x Claim Under Scrutiny, 3x Gains Predicted
Gaming Technology

PS6 Ray Tracing Performance: 10x Claim Under Scrutiny, 3x Gains Predicted

20/04/2026

Rumored 10x PS6 ray tracing performance might be misleading. Analysis suggests RT accounts for a smaller part of the total workload, meaning the real-world gain could be closer to 3x…

Linux GPU Memory Management Patches Improve Gaming Performance for Low-VRAM Systems
Gaming Technology

Linux GPU Memory Management Patches Improve Gaming Performance for Low-VRAM Systems

13/04/2026

Valve's developer, Natalie Vock, released patches for Linux GPU memory management on systems with 8 GB VRAM or less. The solution prevents system RAM from unnecessarily moving game data, drastically…

PlayStation 5 Hardware Faces Steep Rumored Price Hikes
Gaming Technology

PlayStation 5 Hardware Faces Steep Rumored Price Hikes

27/03/2026

PlayStation hardware faces major price jumps, with reports indicating steep increases across the entire PS5 lineup. Driven by component costs, these hikes could drastically impact your gaming budget. Discover how…

Xbox Chief Promises No ‘Soulless AI Slop’ in Ecosystem
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Xbox Chief Promises No ‘Soulless AI Slop’ in Ecosystem

21/02/2026

Facing AI hype, Xbox pledges that its integration of artificial intelligence will empower creators, not replace them. The company promises to safeguard against "soulless AI slop," keeping a human focus…

PlayStation 6 Launch Faces Delay: AI Chip Shortages Push Release to 2028-2029
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PlayStation 6 Launch Faces Delay: AI Chip Shortages Push Release to 2028-2029

17/02/2026

The PS6's launch may face delays until 2028 due to the global semiconductor shortage. Meanwhile, the booming AI sector is straining manufacturing capacity, prioritizing data center chips over consoles. Find…

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