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Sim Racer Project Motor Racing Is Free to Play All This Week on PS5, No PS Plus Required

  • Free PS5 trial runs from 26 October to 1 November.
  • PS Plus is not needed, including for online play.
  • Trial progress carries over to a purchase.

Giants Software has made *Project Motor Racing* free to play on PS5 for a limited trial running from 26 October to 1 November. The offer lets players try the full game without buying it, and online play during the trial does not require a PS Plus subscription. The…

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I’m making just one upgrade to my Nintendo Switch 2 setup ahead of Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time Remake

  • The Nitro Deck 2 adds four rear buttons for handheld play.
  • It is discounted to $79.99 from $99.99.
  • The writer favours easier access to controls while playing Zelda.

The writer plans to add the CRKD Nitro Deck 2 to their Nintendo Switch 2 setup ahead of the upcoming Ocarina of Time remake. Its four rear buttons let players handle actions such as item selection while keeping their thumbs on the sticks, which may make handheld play…

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Jailbroken PS5s can run PS2 discs, but lose access to key services

  • PS5SX2 can run some PS2 games on jailbroken consoles.
  • The jailbreak requires outdated firmware and cuts off PSN access.
  • PC, Steam Deck and Android offer alternatives without changing the PS5.

A homebrew emulator called PS5SX2 lets some jailbroken PlayStation 5 consoles play PS2 games, including directly from DVD discs. It adds features such as 4K upscaling and widescreen support, but using it means giving up access to key PS5 services and newer games. The jailbreak works only on…

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“Valve has held gaming back for years,” Epic Games CEO proclaims in his latest jab against Steam

  • Tim Sweeney criticised Valve’s Steamworks ecosystem.
  • The debate was sparked by complaints about Steam’s 30 per cent cut.
  • Steam Datagram Relay can be used across platforms.

Epic Games chief Tim Sweeney accused Valve of holding gaming back by tying developers’ PC games to Steamworks, which he described as a social “walled garden”. The remarks renew his criticism of Steam and focus attention on the reach of Valve’s services and the platform’s 30 per cent…

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‘Nocturne’ Review: Apple’s Answer to ‘The Silence of the Lambs’ Is a Massive Failure

  • The adaptation is judged tedious despite its promising cast.
  • Zazie Beetz and Stephen Graham are singled out for strong performances.
  • The review says excessive telling weakens the crime drama.

Apple TV’s *Nocturne*, adapted from Lars Kepler’s crime novel *The Sandman*, is criticised for losing the qualities that made the book compelling. The review argues that the series is tedious despite strong performances, with its central detective feeling too familiar and one-note to anchor the story. The series…

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Physical Copies Barely Register for Capcom, Plans for 95% Digital Sales

  • Physical copies accounted for 7.6% of Capcom sales.
  • Capcom forecasts digital sales will reach 95.4%.
  • Strong digital sales of older games influence the figures.

Capcom says physical copies made up just 7.6% of its video game sales in the first half of fiscal year 2026, with digital purchases accounting for the other 92.4%. The company expects the digital share to rise to 95.4% next quarter, underlining how central digital distribution has become…

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Pinkie Promise codes (October 2026) and how to redeem them for free revives

  • One active code gives a free revive.
  • Redeem codes through the main menu Shop.
  • More rewards may come with Chapter 2.

Pinkie Promise, a Roblox horror adventure based on My Little Pony, currently has one active code that grants a free revive. The reward gives players another chance if they are caught during Pinkie Pie’s hide-and-seek game, and is useful because revives usually cost Robux. To redeem it, open…

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4 drawbacks you should know before buying an Xbox Series X

  • Series X prices have risen sharply since launch.
  • Game Pass Ultimate now costs $22.99 monthly.
  • A PS5 Pro or gaming PC may offer better value.

The Xbox Series X can still deliver a strong gaming experience, but the article argues that its value has weakened six years after launch. Higher console prices, rising Game Pass costs and the availability of current Xbox games on PC make buying one harder to justify. The article…

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Razer’s new Kraken Kitty V3 headset has a cosplay mode, but I’d be wary about taking your gaming tech to a convention

  • Cosplay Mode powers the headset’s lighting from a USB-C power bank.
  • The $99 headset may be vulnerable to damage or theft at conventions.
  • Its 315g weight could also be uncomfortable with a heavy wig.

Razer’s Kraken Kitty V3 headset adds a “Cosplay Mode” that lets users power its illuminated cat ears from a USB-C power bank, making it possible to wear them away from a gaming setup. The writer welcomes the effort to serve cosplayers but advises caution at busy conventions, where…

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Capcom’s 2026 Bangers Continue To Shine In Latest Financial Report

  • Onimusha sold 1.78 million copies in its first month.
  • Resident Evil Requiem reached 8.51 million lifetime sales.
  • Digital sales made up 94.2% of Capcom’s game sales.

Capcom’s latest financial report shows that several of its 2026 releases continued to sell strongly in the second quarter, led by Onimusha: Way of the Sword. The figures highlight the company’s successful run of releases and the continued sales of older Resident Evil games. Onimusha sold 1.78 million…

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