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The 16 best free Steam games to play in 2025
By Jess Weatherbed, Dom Reseigh-Lincoln last updated
You don't have to wait for a sales window to grab a gaming bargain – the best free Steam games are all available to download and play without charge.

NYT Connections hints and answers for Saturday, July 5 (game #755)
By Johnny Dee published
Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.

The best RPGs on Game Pass in 2025
By Cat Bussell last updated
Updated It's time to lose yourself in the best RPGs available on Game Pass.
Latest Reviews

Street Fighter 6 Years 1-2 Fighters Edition review: a fist-pumpingly excellent Nintendo Switch 2 port
By Rhys Wood published
Street Fighter 6 Years 1-2 Fighters Edition is an incredibly competent port of one of the best fighting games.

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Nintendo Switch 2 Edition review: one of the best games of all time just got even better
By John-Anthony Disotto published
Everything I had hoped for

Nintendo Switch 2 review: an evolution in almost every way
By Rhys Wood last updated
The Nintendo Switch 2 is an incredibly impressive console despite issues with battery life and some poorly thought-out features.

Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army review: a faithful yet meaty remaster that’s not quite faultless
By Harry Padoan published
I had a great time slashing my way through the mystery of the Soulless Army, but a few gameplay flaws prevent Raidou Remastered from cementing itself as an Atlus classic.
PC Gaming

From Saints Row 4 to Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered, Prime members can claim some incredible free games at Amazon right now
By Dashiell Wood published
Amazon Prime members can claim a library of free games ahead of Prime Day.

The Nacon Revolution 5 Pro has just received a frankly absurd discount at Amazon ahead of Prime Day
By Rhys Wood published
One of the best PS5 controllers has an unmissable discount ahead of Amazon Prime Day right now.

Techland has seemingly canceled two projects ahead of the release of Dying Light: The Beast
By Dashiell Wood published
Dying Light developer Techland has reportedly canceled two projects.

PS5 hit Helldivers 2 makes history as the first PlayStation-published game to get an Xbox release
By Demi Williams published
Arrowhead Game Studios has announced that the Sony-published Helldivers 2 is officially coming to Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S next month.

Romero Games has lost funding for its next, unannounced game, with one staffer claiming the 'whole studio' has been laid off due to Microsoft cuts
By Demi Williams published
Romero Games has announced that funding for its next game has been pulled, as multiple staffers claim the entire studio has been affected by Microsoft's mass layoffs.

Shock Blue and Velocity Green Xbox Wireless Controllers are the cheapest they've been all year right now ahead of Amazon Prime Day
By Rhys Wood published
Two of the best-looking Xbox Wireless Controllers are among the cheapest they've ever been ahead of next week's Prime Day deals.
Nintendo

Street Fighter 6 Years 1-2 Fighters Edition review: a fist-pumpingly excellent Nintendo Switch 2 port
By Rhys Wood published
Street Fighter 6 Years 1-2 Fighters Edition is an incredibly competent port of one of the best fighting games.

Nintendo Switch 2 owners, beware – some owners are reporting worrisome overheating problems
By Isaiah Williams published
Nintendo's Switch 2 controversies continue to grow, with users now suggesting that the handheld has overheating issues, especially when docked.

Shadow Labyrinth will run at 4K 60fps on Nintendo Switch 2 thanks to a free upgrade
By Dashiell Wood published
Shadow Labyrinth will have a free Nintendo Switch 2 upgrade.

Nintendo reveals that Donkey Kong Bananza is developed by the Super Mario Odyssey team – then confirms grass is still green
By Dashiell Wood published
Yes, Donkey Kong Bananza is developed by the Super Mario Odyssey team.
Playstation

The Nacon Revolution 5 Pro has just received a frankly absurd discount at Amazon ahead of Prime Day
By Rhys Wood published
One of the best PS5 controllers has an unmissable discount ahead of Amazon Prime Day right now.

Techland has seemingly canceled two projects ahead of the release of Dying Light: The Beast
By Dashiell Wood published
Dying Light developer Techland has reportedly canceled two projects.

The PS5 lead architect says the PS5 Pro will get an advanced graphics update in 2026 that will deliver better performance
By Demi Williams published
Sony is set to release a major update for the PlayStation 5 Pro in 2026, which is expected to significantly improve performance.

Marvel Rivals next season release date and Season 2.5 end date
By Jake Green last updated
Here's when to expect Marvel Rivals Season 3, as well as some info on when the current season is set to end. Also, a look at recent changes to Team Ups, Competitive Mode, and more.
Xbox

Techland has seemingly canceled two projects ahead of the release of Dying Light: The Beast
By Dashiell Wood published
Dying Light developer Techland has reportedly canceled two projects.

Romero Games has lost funding for its next, unannounced game, with one staffer claiming the 'whole studio' has been laid off due to Microsoft cuts
By Demi Williams published
Romero Games has announced that funding for its next game has been pulled, as multiple staffers claim the entire studio has been affected by Microsoft's mass layoffs.

As Microsoft lays off thousands of employees, the company insists that Xbox boss Phil Spencer isn't retiring 'anytime soon'
By Demi Williams published
Amid mass layoffs at Microsoft, the company has insisted that Gaming CEO Phil Spencer won't be retiring "anytime soon".

An unannounced MMO from The Elder Scrolls Online developer has been canceled by Xbox after seven years of work
By Demi Williams published
Microsoft has canceled the unannounced massively multiplayer game (MMO) from The Elder Scrolls Online developer ZeniMax Game Studios.

Shock Blue and Velocity Green Xbox Wireless Controllers are the cheapest they've been all year right now ahead of Amazon Prime Day
By Rhys Wood published
Two of the best-looking Xbox Wireless Controllers are among the cheapest they've ever been ahead of next week's Prime Day deals.