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dLcompare’s Summer Event has officially come to an end, and the community certainly didn’t go quietly. After weeks of ratings, comments, reviews, and plenty of competitive leaderboard climbing, the seasonal event has wrapped up with more than $2,000 in prizes handed out. The event turned dLcompare into something of a gaming community marathon, with participants earning points through different activities across the platform. By the time the final scores were tallied, the numbers were impressive: users collectively submitted 8,300 game ratings,...

Clear some room on your drive. Phantom Blade Zero's file size has been revealed at 134.857 GB, and pre-loading begins on October 27. That's 2 days before the official release date, October 29, 2026, at 2 A.M. GMT, on PlayStation 5 and PC. Given the size, we recommend using the pre-load window if you're on a slower connection.  Download size, prices and platforms The figure comes from PlayStation Game Size, an account that tracks Sony's PlayStation Network database, so 134.857...

Double Fine Productions is back to independent status following its separation from Xbox Game Studios, and its games are now featured in a new Humble Bundle packed with quirky adventures, puzzle games, and fan-favorite classics. The Double Fine Publisher Bundle includes up to 11 games, with every title provided as an official Steam key. There's a charitable bonus, too. Proceeds support Day of the Devs, the nonprofit organization founded by Double Fine and iam8bit to showcase creative independent games. That means...

Despite ongoing GPU supply constraints, manufacturers continue to release special-edition graphics cards for enthusiasts and collectors. MSI is the latest to join the trend, unveiling its limited-edition GeForce RTX 5080 16G COD MW4 Edition OC in collaboration with Activision ahead of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's scheduled launch on October 23, 2026. Built around MSI's Gaming Trio design, the new graphics card swaps the usual appearance for a military-inspired black-and-yellow color scheme that reflects the game's branding. Its...

Developed by Sunny Lab and published by Silver Lining Interactive, The Witch's Bakery is a charming adventure RPG that combines magical baking, emotional storytelling, and exploration in a colorful interpretation of modern-day Paris. Released on October 14, 2026, for PC via Steam and consoles, The Witch's Bakery is now available across multiple platforms, although developer Sunny Lab has yet to confirm whether cross-platform play is supported. The Witch's Bakery welcomes players into an enchanting world where freshly...

ASUS has officially launched the ROG Xbox Ally X20, a special-edition gaming handheld celebrating the 20th anniversary of its Republic of Gamers brand. Although it retains the same core processor as the standard ROG Xbox Ally X, the anniversary model introduces a redesigned chassis, an upgraded OLED display, and several hardware refinements. However, those additions come at a considerably higher price. At the heart of the ROG Xbox Ally X20 is AMD's Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme processor with integrated...

Razer has expanded its Barracuda headset lineup with the Barracuda V2 Pro, a premium wireless gaming headset designed to work equally well at home and on the go. Combining multi-platform connectivity, hybrid active noise cancellation, and a foldable design, the new model aims to bridge the gap between a dedicated gaming headset and everyday over-ear headphones. At the heart of the Barracuda V2 Pro are Razer's 40mm TriForce Bio-Cellulose drivers, which offer a frequency response range of 12Hz to 20kHz...

Farming simulators have a peculiar problem: once you've spent enough hours watering turnips, befriending villagers and turning a modest shack into a five-star countryside mansion, the world beyond your property can start feeling like an afterthought. Harvest Moon: Echoes of Teradea wants to change that. Instead of treating exploration as a pleasant distraction between harvests, the latest entry in Natsume's long-running series makes the wilderness a major part of the adventure. Harvest Moon: Echoes of Teradea was released on PC and...

Apparently, conquering feudal Japan is easier than remastering one of the most beloved strategy games ever made. Total War: SHOGUN 2 – Complete Edition was released on October 13, 2026, promising a fresh coat of paint for Creative Assembly's classic. Instead, it sparked a backlash over technical problems, visual oddities and upgrades that failed to impress the majority of the community. Just two days later, SEGA removed the game from digital storefronts, and brought back the original game. The original SHOGUN...

The Epic Games Store has refreshed its weekly free game promotion, replacing last week's TerraScape and Out of Sight giveaways with two new titles. This time, players can claim Agent A: A puzzle in disguise and Bad Cheese, offering a mix of stylish spy-themed puzzles and unsettling psychological horror just in time for Halloween. Both games are available to add permanently to your Epic Games Store library, provided you claim them before the promotion ends on October 22. Once...

The Emperor's finest warriors are preparing to return to the battlefield in Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV, as the latest faction trailer offers an exciting look at the Space Marines and their devastating arsenal. Developed by KING Art Games, the upcoming real-time strategy title returns the legendary Blood Ravens while adding the Dark Angels as another playable Chapter. With distinct commanders, elite infantry, and powerful war machines, the Space Marines promise a tactical experience that captures the brutal...

What if your next city-building project had a heartbeat, a metabolism, and a destination of its own? Beyond These Stars puts a decidedly unusual spin on the colony simulator formula by asking players to build a thriving civilization on the back of a gigantic space-faring whale. Instead of simply claiming a patch of land and covering it with houses, factories, and infrastructure, you'll have to develop your settlement in harmony with a living creature as it journeys through the universe. The...