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business18 hours ago•8 min saved

Steam Surges to Record Half-Year Revenue as Console Makers Falter

Valve's Steam reportedly generated $11.1 billion in revenue in the first half of 2026, the platform's best six months on record, driven by growth in the Chinese market, higher prices on new releases, and publishers returning to Steam. Top titles include Forza Horizon 6, Resident Evil Requiem, and Crimson Desert, with indie hits Slay the Spire 2, Subnautica 2 and Meccha Chameleon also contributing. Meanwhile, Xbox and PlayStation are grappling with declining hardware revenues, layoffs, and Sony's plan to end discs in 2028, highlighting a widening gap between Steam's momentum and traditional console ecosystems.

via Eurogamer.net|

#business #digital-storefronts #pc-gaming

technology2 days ago•6 min saved

Microsoft weighs broader Xbox-exclusive first-party titles to boost console appeal

Microsoft is reportedly shifting toward making more of its first-party games Xbox-exclusive to lure players, with two announced titles—Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution—confirmed as console exclusives. While big multiplayer releases may stay multiplatform, the broader strategy includes continued PC availability for many titles. The Bloomberg report comes amid large-scale layoffs and studio reorganizations at Microsoft, fueling questions about the fate of future tentpole franchises.

via Eurogamer.net|

#exclusives #first-party #microsoft

technology4 days ago•7 min saved

Convert Your PC Into a SteamOS Living‑Room Console (For Free)

Valve’s SteamOS can be installed on a desktop to mimic a Steam Machine without buying the hardware: you boot from a USB, wipe the target drive, and run SteamOS in Big Picture mode for a console-like living‑room experience. The setup requires an NVMe SSD and compatible CPU/GPU, and while it can reduce Windows bloat and boost some CPU-bound games, hardware compatibility and beta software caveats mean results vary.

via CNET|

#pc-gaming #proton #steam-machine

gaming6 days ago•111 min saved

Disc-Free Consoles: Is Ownership Still Worth It?

The piece argues that the move toward digital-only gaming—citing Sony’s plan to end physical discs and Xbox’s increasing alignment with PC-style ecosystems—weakens the traditional appeal of buying a console. With PC game stores offering broader ownership, the potential for game preservation, and exclusives drifting to PC, the author questions whether consoles still offer a compelling value proposition, especially as next-gen hardware may be expensive. While acknowledging that consoles aren’t going away, the article suggests their role is evolving toward accessibility and ecosystem rather than physical ownership and long-term owning power.

via Windows Central|

#console-gaming #digital-ownership #game-preservation

gaming6 days ago•41 min saved

Sony Aims to Make PlayStation a Unique Experience, Not Just PC Competition

Sony executives say the next PlayStation should move beyond competing with PCs, aiming to deliver a unique experience that isn’t just an PC alternative. To bridge the gap, Sony is pushing peripherals like monitors and PULSE speakers and plans to broaden usage scenarios, signaling a shift from a living-room focus to a PlayStation-specific experience with new hardware and usage models.

via Insider Gaming|

#exclusivity #gaming #pc-gaming

gaming7 days ago•6 min saved

The Console Question: Do We Still Need Hardware in a Digital-First Era?

An Aftermath Hours panel argues that rising hardware costs, Sony’s move toward disc-free distribution, and a shift toward PC and streamer-driven game consumption are making traditional consoles feel less essential, prompting questions about the continued relevance of PlayStation and Xbox in a digital-first gaming landscape.

via Aftermath|

#consoles #digital-distribution #gaming

gaming9 days ago•1 min saved

Cinder City: 64GB RAM as a Recommended Spec Triggers Upgrade Fears

NCSoft's Cinder City Steam listing unusually lists 64GB of RAM as the game's recommended (and minimum) memory, paired with an RTX 4060 and a high-end CPU, a move many players doubt is correct since 64GB kits are expensive and rare. Steam data shows only about 4% of players own 64GB, with 16GB still the norm for 41%, and memory prices are expected to rise in 2026, prompting questions about the listing while NC hasn’t announced a release date.

via TechSpot|

#64gb-ram #cinder-city #gaming

technology15 days ago•8 min saved

Steam Summer Sale 2026 opens with 10 must-buy deals

Steam's annual Summer Sale is live through July 9, offering up to 80% off a mix of AAA and indie titles, with a curated list including The Witcher III: Wild Hunt — Complete Edition, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Titanfall 2, Burnout Paradise Remastered, Risk of Rain 2, Stardew Valley, Trails in the Sky: 1st Chapter, Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana, Hotline Miami, and American Truck Simulator.

via Mashable|

#gaming-deals #pc-gaming #steam

technology15 days ago•13 min saved

Prime Day Power-Up: Deep Discounts on High-End Gaming Laptops and Desktops

PCMag highlights Prime Day deals on 12 expert-tested gaming PCs and laptops from Alienware, Acer, MSI, Asus, Lenovo, HP and more, with discounts up to 35% and configurations featuring current-gen GPUs/CPUs, including models like Alienware Area-51, Acer Predator Helios Neo 16, MSI Crosshair A16 HX, and Lenovo Legion 5a; the hub will add more deals as Prime Day continues and the sale ends tomorrow.

via PCMag|

#deals #gaming-desktops #gaming-laptops

technology16 days ago•2 min saved

SteamOS 3.8 Opens DIY Steam Machine Era with Any PC Parts

Valve says SteamOS 3.8 lets you build a Steam Machine at home using any PC parts, with NVIDIA driver support on the way. Current SteamOS favors AMD GPUs and is best suited for living-room setups connected to a TV. Installing on non-AMD hardware is technically possible but more complex, and with RAM shortages, building a gaming PC now may cost about the same as a Steam Machine.

via 80 Level|

#nvidia #pc-gaming #steam-machine

gaming17 days ago•88 min saved

Halo: Campaign Evolved PC specs reveal hefty RAM and 100GB install

Halo: Campaign Evolved's PC system requirements were published: minimum specs include Ryzen 5 3600 / i7-10700K, RTX 2060 Super / RX 6600, 16GB RAM, and a 100GB SSD on Windows 11; recommended up to 32GB RAM and GPUs from RTX 3070 / RX 7600 up to RTX 4080 to target 4K60, with notes that performance features like Super Resolution and Frame Generation may help. The 100GB install and high RAM needs mark a fairly demanding setup for this Unreal Engine 5 remake, which launches late next month on Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and PS5, with early access via Premium Edition on July 23.

via Windows Central|

#gaming #halo #halo-campaign-evolved

gadgets18 days ago•16 min saved

Valve Says Cheaper PC Builds Could Beat Its Steam Machine

Valve concedes its Steam Machine is expensive and suggests gamers may be better off turning a cheaper PC into a Steam Machine with SteamOS, highlighting Steam’s open PC approach and promising ongoing updates (like hardware-accelerated ray tracing) and broader third‑party support to improve performance.

via Gizmodo|

#gadgets #pc-gaming #steam

news18 days ago•23 min saved

Valve prices Steam Machine at $1,049 with lottery preorder

Valve has priced the Steam Machine at $1,049 and will begin selling on June 29, with a lottery-based reservation to determine purchase order. Four configurations are offered (512GB models and 2TB models, with or without a bundled Steam Controller). The 2TB variants include two swappable faceplates. Valve says it's selling the machine for the cost of its components, despite it being pricier than consoles like the PS5 and Xbox Series X. While performance is roughly PS5-equivalent, the Steam Machine's real value is access to Steam's library and Linux customization, and buyers can register their interest via a reservations system. First purchase emails go out June 29; the queue will be randomized on Thursday to ensure fairness.

via The Verge|

#news #pc-gaming #pricing

gaming19 days ago•7 min saved

Fan-made The Last of Us Part II multiplayer mod aims for September launch, with no Sony involvement

A fan-made, PC-only multiplayer mod for The Last of Us Part II by Specilizer is nearing a September release, featuring a lobby system and matches on a custom and story map. Developed after The Last of Us Online was canceled, the project is not official and won’t bring PS5 support or official Sony involvement, though a 25-minute gameplay video is available.

via Eurogamer|

#fan-project #gaming #last-of-us-part-ii

business21 days ago•17 min saved

AI Bets Push Nvidia Away From Regular PC Gaming Upgrades

The piece argues Nvidia is shifting away from frequent PC-gaming upgrades toward AI/data-center profitability, exemplified by a $5.4B GPU sale to Valor that funds xAI and is booked as revenue while shifting risk. It traces a long-term pattern where hardware gains have slowed and prices risen, aided by rising wafer costs and EUV/node costs, pushing upgrade cycles from years to five or more. Nvidia has leaned on software like DLSS and frame generation to simulate gains and monetize through enterprise markets, rather than delivering regular hardware leaps for gamers. The author suggests Nvidia will continue serving gaming but is unlikely to return to the old, rapid upgrade cadence, leaving room for competitors if the AI/data-center focus remains dominant.

via TechSpot|

#ai #business #dlss