https://vgtimes.com en VGTimes - all about games and the gaming industry https://vgtimes.com/img/rss_logo.png https://vgtimes.com 144 51 Fri, 22 May 2026 00:18:54 +0300 60 VGTimes RSS Generator © 2026 VGTimes https://vgtimes.com/gaming-news/156556-gta-6-pre-order-date-window-revealed.html https://vgtimes.com/gaming-news/156556-gta-6-pre-order-date-window-revealed.html Take-Two Interactive has once again confirmed that GTA 6 is locked in for a November 19 release. The game's marketing campaign is scheduled to kick off this summer, with pre-orders opening at the exact same time Gaming News Arno Fri, 22 May 2026 00:18:54 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/gaming-news/156547-after-nearly-9-years-bungie-is-ending-active-development-on-destiny-2-final-major-update-arrives-this-june.html https://vgtimes.com/gaming-news/156547-after-nearly-9-years-bungie-is-ending-active-development-on-destiny-2-final-major-update-arrives-this-june.html Bungie has officially announced the end of active development for Destiny 2. The shooter’s final major content update will launch on June 9, 2026, after which the studio will stop producing new content and shift its focus to future projects — including Marathon and other unannounced titles Gaming News leGO_kh Thu, 21 May 2026 21:59:12 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/gaming-news/156543-warhammer-40000-dawn-of-war-4-release-date-announced.html https://vgtimes.com/gaming-news/156543-warhammer-40000-dawn-of-war-4-release-date-announced.html KING Art Games has dropped a brand-new trailer and officially locked in the release date for their highly anticipated RTS, Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4. Mark your calendars for September 17th, as pre-orders are officially live on Steam Gaming News Arno Thu, 21 May 2026 21:29:28 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156535-google-is-turning-gemini-into-an-all-in-one-tool-now-with-video-and-photo-editing.html https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156535-google-is-turning-gemini-into-an-all-in-one-tool-now-with-video-and-photo-editing.html Google keeps transforming Gemini from just a chatbot into a full-fledged content creation platform. Now the company is getting ready to integrate editing tools from the popular video editor CapCut right into its AI service, so users can generate and edit videos without ever leaving the window Hardware and Technologies DoubleA Thu, 21 May 2026 19:49:16 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/movies-and-tv-series/156536-netflix-drops-official-trailer-for-avatar-the-last-airbender.html https://vgtimes.com/movies-and-tv-series/156536-netflix-drops-official-trailer-for-avatar-the-last-airbender.html Netflix has released the full-length trailer for the second season of its live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender. The new footage offers fans a first look at Toph, the mysterious Blue Spirit, the formidable Knowledge Spirit Wan Shi Tong in his giant owl form, and more Movies and TV Series Arno Thu, 21 May 2026 19:49:10 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156530-msis-new-handheld-console-could-cost-more-than-a-gaming-pc.html https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156530-msis-new-handheld-console-could-cost-more-than-a-gaming-pc.html The specs and price of MSI's upcoming handheld console have leaked online, and it could end up being one of the most powerful models on the market. The device will feature a new Intel chip, 32 GB of RAM, and a 120 Hz display — but it’s not the performance that’s getting people talking. All eyes are on the price tag, which is already being compared to the cost of gaming laptops and full-fledged PCs Hardware and Technologies DoubleA Thu, 21 May 2026 18:58:49 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/movies-and-tv-series/156527-sony-reveals-first-posters-for-the-new-resident-evil-movie-from-the-director-of-barbarian-and-weapons.html https://vgtimes.com/movies-and-tv-series/156527-sony-reveals-first-posters-for-the-new-resident-evil-movie-from-the-director-of-barbarian-and-weapons.html Sony Pictures has unveiled the first posters for the upcoming Resident Evil film reboot directed by Zach Cregger, best known for Barbarian and Weapons. The movie is set to premiere on September 18, 2026. Based on the first promotional materials and plot details, the new adaptation appears to lean heavily into survival horror and a more grounded tone inspired by the classic games Movies and TV Series leGO_kh Thu, 21 May 2026 18:29:09 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156510-new-graphics-card-from-china-flops-in-tests-against-rtx-4060-but-its-not-all-bad-news.html https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156510-new-graphics-card-from-china-flops-in-tests-against-rtx-4060-but-its-not-all-bad-news.html Early benchmarks of China’s latest GPU show real-world performance falling noticeably short of the manufacturer’s claims. The card can run modern games just fine and supports current graphics APIs, but when compared to popular rival models, the FPS gap is substantial, and the software side remains half-baked. That said, the developer could turn things around with future driver updates and optimizations – something we’ve seen happen with similar projects before Hardware and Technologies DoubleA Thu, 21 May 2026 12:48:14 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156507-herman-millers-motorized-gaming-desk-turns-out-to-be-pricier-than-actual-gaming-pcs.html https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156507-herman-millers-motorized-gaming-desk-turns-out-to-be-pricier-than-actual-gaming-pcs.html A new motorized gaming desk with built-in outlets and a cable management system has been unveiled. It’s being positioned as a solution for gamers and PC users, but online discussions aren’t really about its features — it’s the price that’s getting all the attention Hardware and Technologies DoubleA Thu, 21 May 2026 12:27:37 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156500-amd-unveils-mini-pc-for-ai-and-teases-new-ryzen-ai-max-400-chips.html https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156500-amd-unveils-mini-pc-for-ai-and-teases-new-ryzen-ai-max-400-chips.html AMD has introduced a compact AI-focused PC with a price tag of nearly $4,000. Despite its tiny footprint, the device packs 128GB of memory and is positioned as a rival to NVIDIA’s solutions for running AI models locally Hardware and Technologies DoubleA Thu, 21 May 2026 09:43:26 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/gaming-news/156483-insider-reveals-date-for-sonys-massive-days-of-play-sale.html https://vgtimes.com/gaming-news/156483-insider-reveals-date-for-sonys-massive-days-of-play-sale.html Sony is preparing to bring back its annual Days of Play promotion, and according to reliable insider billbil-kun, the sale will kick off on May 27 and run through June 10, 2026. Over the course of two weeks, PlayStation users can expect discounts on games, accessories, and hardware, although this year’s event arrives amid recent price hikes for PS5 consoles and PlayStation Plus subscriptions — making players even more eager for deals Gaming News leGO_kh Wed, 20 May 2026 21:58:03 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156468-the-return-of-am4-ryzen-7-5800x3d-pops-up-at-retail-with-a-new-price.html https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156468-the-return-of-am4-ryzen-7-5800x3d-pops-up-at-retail-with-a-new-price.html A Ryzen 7 5800X3D 10th Anniversary Edition has unexpectedly appeared at retail — an anniversary version of AMD’s already discontinued processor. Despite its “new” status, it’s still the same 8-core chip based on Zen 3 architecture with 3D V-Cache technology. Its arrival has sparked interest due to the price and a possible expansion of availability for the AM4 platform Hardware and Technologies DoubleA Wed, 20 May 2026 19:57:49 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/gaming-news/156461-approximate-release-window-for-new-kingdom-come-revealed-game-already-in-active-development.html https://vgtimes.com/gaming-news/156461-approximate-release-window-for-new-kingdom-come-revealed-game-already-in-active-development.html Embracer Group has disclosed the expected release window for the next entry in the Kingdom Come universe in its latest financial report — and it looks like the wait for the next medieval RPG is already more than halfway through its development cycle Gaming News leGO_kh Wed, 20 May 2026 18:38:56 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156458-google-just-dropped-an-ai-photo-editor-that-could-seriously-take-a-swing-at-photoshop.html https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156458-google-just-dropped-an-ai-photo-editor-that-could-seriously-take-a-swing-at-photoshop.html Google has unveiled a new AI image editing service called Google Pics. The app can automatically detect objects in photos, swap out people, change backgrounds and clothing, and even edit text inside an image—all without complex manual work. Many are already calling it a potential Photoshop rival Hardware and Technologies DoubleA Wed, 20 May 2026 18:01:25 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/gaming-news/156451-sony-announces-new-state-of-play-showcase-featuring-marvels-wolverine-and-more.html https://vgtimes.com/gaming-news/156451-sony-announces-new-state-of-play-showcase-featuring-marvels-wolverine-and-more.html Sony has officially announced a new State of Play presentation set to air on June 2, with the broadcast running for over an hour. The company promises fresh trailers, new announcements, and gameplay reveals for upcoming PlayStation 5 titles from studios around the world Gaming News leGO_kh Wed, 20 May 2026 16:30:23 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/gaming-news/156439-the-creators-of-kingdom-come-deliverance-officially-confirm-theyre-making-an-open-world-lord-of-the-rings-rpg.html https://vgtimes.com/gaming-news/156439-the-creators-of-kingdom-come-deliverance-officially-confirm-theyre-making-an-open-world-lord-of-the-rings-rpg.html Months of rumors, podcasts, and leaks — and now Warhorse Studios has finally made it official. The studio behind Kingdom Come: Deliverance published a teaser image featuring two projects: on the left, “A new adventure in the Kingdom Come series”; on the right, “An open-world RPG set in Middle-earth,” displayed over a map that’s instantly recognizable. The Warhorse logo sits beneath both. No caveats, no “according to rumors.” It’s official Gaming News Artis Kenderik Wed, 20 May 2026 12:06:09 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156437-google-just-overhauled-wear-os-smartwatches-are-getting-ai-and-new-widgets.html https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156437-google-just-overhauled-wear-os-smartwatches-are-getting-ai-and-new-widgets.html Google has unveiled Wear OS 7 — the latest version of its smartwatch platform. The update brings widgets instead of the usual tiles, Gemini AI features, real-time updates, and a promised 10% boost in battery life Hardware and Technologies DoubleA Wed, 20 May 2026 12:05:42 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156434-lenovo-is-back-in-the-gaming-phone-game-with-a-snapdragon-8-gen-5-device.html https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156434-lenovo-is-back-in-the-gaming-phone-game-with-a-snapdragon-8-gen-5-device.html Lenovo just made a surprise comeback to the gaming smartphone scene after a long hiatus. The new Legion Y70 packs a massive 8,000 mAh battery, a flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip, and a display that hits up to 7,000 nits of brightness — all while being noticeably cheaper than many of its rivals Hardware and Technologies DoubleA Wed, 20 May 2026 11:11:39 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156431-google-and-samsung-just-showed-off-glasses-that-hear-see-and-give-you-hints.html https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156431-google-and-samsung-just-showed-off-glasses-that-hear-see-and-give-you-hints.html At Google I/O 2026, smart glasses stopped being some futuristic toy and turned into two very different products that could actually break your habit of constantly staring at your phone. Google and Samsung showed off lightweight assistant glasses with Gemini, while Xreal brought wired XR glasses called Project Aura Hardware and Technologies DoubleA Wed, 20 May 2026 10:39:55 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156428-microsofts-tech-that-speeds-up-game-launches-to-seconds-is-now-working-on-amd-graphics-cards.html https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156428-microsofts-tech-that-speeds-up-game-launches-to-seconds-is-now-working-on-amd-graphics-cards.html Microsoft has started testing a feature that could save PC gamers from long shader compilation waits and annoying stutters. The Advanced Shader Delivery feature is no longer limited to handheld consoles — it’s now available on regular PCs with AMD graphics cards Hardware and Technologies DoubleA Wed, 20 May 2026 09:45:07 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/movies-and-tv-series/156417-rick-and-morty-movie-officially-confirmed.html https://vgtimes.com/movies-and-tv-series/156417-rick-and-morty-movie-officially-confirmed.html Rick and Morty is officially getting a feature-length movie development, as confirmed by series co-creator Dan Harmon. Jacob Hair is set to direct Movies and TV Series Arno Wed, 20 May 2026 00:11:30 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156411-a-new-era-of-ai-development-google-unveils-gemini-omni-and-gemini-35-flash.html https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156411-a-new-era-of-ai-development-google-unveils-gemini-omni-and-gemini-35-flash.html Google has announced a major upgrade to its artificial intelligence ecosystem, introducing the Gemini Omni model family and rolling out a new version of its fastest neural network yet — Gemini 3.5 Flash Hardware and Technologies leGO_kh Tue, 19 May 2026 21:39:29 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156402-playstation-accounts-are-getting-mass-hijacked-through-sony-support-and-2fa-isnt-helping.html https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156402-playstation-accounts-are-getting-mass-hijacked-through-sony-support-and-2fa-isnt-helping.html PlayStation users are flooding forums with reports of PSN account takeovers. According to posts online, hackers only need a bare minimum of info and a chat with Sony support to hijack someone else’s account and disable two-factor authentication Hardware and Technologies DoubleA Tue, 19 May 2026 20:00:31 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/movies-and-tv-series/156405-final-spider-noir-trailer-drops-ahead-of-prime-video-premiere.html https://vgtimes.com/movies-and-tv-series/156405-final-spider-noir-trailer-drops-ahead-of-prime-video-premiere.html Sony Pictures Television has released the final trailer for its upcoming live-action series, Spider-Noir. Keeping in line with the show's stylized tone, the final look arrives in two distinct versions: an authentic black-and-white cut and a true-hue full-color variant Movies and TV Series Arno Tue, 19 May 2026 19:58:45 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156393-ex-samsung-head-promises-memory-price-collapse-not-long-to-wait.html https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156393-ex-samsung-head-promises-memory-price-collapse-not-long-to-wait.html DDR5 prices have more than quadrupled over the past year, making a PC upgrade too expensive for many. Now, the former head of Samsung's semiconductor division has given a timeline for when the memory market might start to cool and components finally get cheaper Hardware and Technologies DoubleA Tue, 19 May 2026 19:02:05 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156383-galaxy-s27-ultra-will-get-lighter-and-pack-a-bigger-battery-but-theres-a-catch.html https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156383-galaxy-s27-ultra-will-get-lighter-and-pack-a-bigger-battery-but-theres-a-catch.html Samsung might be making some serious changes to its flagship smartphones for the first time in a while. Rumor has it, the Galaxy S27 Ultra will feature a new camera design, a larger battery, and will ditch one of its usual modules to boost battery life. There might also be a compact Pro version joining the lineup Hardware and Technologies DoubleA Tue, 19 May 2026 17:57:28 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/movies-and-tv-series/156382-not-the-way-folks-first-reviews-and-scores-for-the-mandalorian-and-grogu-arrive.html https://vgtimes.com/movies-and-tv-series/156382-not-the-way-folks-first-reviews-and-scores-for-the-mandalorian-and-grogu-arrive.html The first ratings for the The Mandalorian and Grogu feature film, part of the Star Wars franchise, have been revealed. At the time of writing, the movie holds a score of 55 on Metacritic and a 63% rating on Rotten Tomatoes Movies and TV Series leGO_kh Tue, 19 May 2026 17:42:02 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156378-gamers-are-flocking-to-oled-monitor-sales-have-skyrocketed-in-a-year.html https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156378-gamers-are-flocking-to-oled-monitor-sales-have-skyrocketed-in-a-year.html The OLED monitor market continues to grow significantly faster than expected. According to TrendForce analysts, global shipments in the first quarter of 2026 jumped by 78%, with the main reason cited being the falling prices and widespread availability of QD-OLED panels. Against this backdrop, manufacturers have begun to compete more aggressively not only for the premium segment but also for the budget segment Hardware and Technologies DoubleA Tue, 19 May 2026 16:56:08 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/gaming-news/156375-lego-batman-legacy-of-the-dark-knight-cracked-ahead-of-early-access-denuvo-may-be-facing-serious-trouble.html https://vgtimes.com/gaming-news/156375-lego-batman-legacy-of-the-dark-knight-cracked-ahead-of-early-access-denuvo-may-be-facing-serious-trouble.html It looks like Denuvo is going through one of its roughest periods in recent years. Even before the official launch of premium early access for LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, a method for bypassing the game’s protection surfaced online, with pirated PC copies already beginning to spread across the internet Gaming News leGO_kh Tue, 19 May 2026 16:07:38 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156368-intel-is-leveling-up-nova-lake-cpus-already-in-final-testing-stages.html https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156368-intel-is-leveling-up-nova-lake-cpus-already-in-final-testing-stages.html Intel has started sending engineering samples of next-gen CPUs to partners. If leaks are to be believed, flagship desktop chips will pack twice the cores, a massive gaming cache, and a new socket — but your electricity bill might take a hit Hardware and Technologies DoubleA Tue, 19 May 2026 12:50:37 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156362-cursor-unveils-composer-25-an-ai-coder-that-takes-on-openai.html https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156362-cursor-unveils-composer-25-an-ai-coder-that-takes-on-openai.html Cursor has released a new AI coding model, Composer 2.5. The devs say it’s almost caught up with top-tier solutions from OpenAI and Anthropic, but costs noticeably less to run. The model is already available to users, focusing on long‑haul tasks, stability, and cleaner code handling Hardware and Technologies DoubleA Tue, 19 May 2026 11:19:05 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/gaming-news/156354-forza-horizon-6-is-now-available-on-pc-and-xbox-series-xs-for-all-players.html https://vgtimes.com/gaming-news/156354-forza-horizon-6-is-now-available-on-pc-and-xbox-series-xs-for-all-players.html The general release of the racing simulator Forza Horizon 6 has taken place. The game is now available to all players, not just the owners of the Premium edition Gaming News Vitaliy_Guschinskiy Tue, 19 May 2026 07:55:11 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/news/156346-apple-announces-wwdc-2026-dates-here-is-what-to-expect.html https://vgtimes.com/news/156346-apple-announces-wwdc-2026-dates-here-is-what-to-expect.html Apple has officially announced the dates for its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC 2026). The main keynote kicks off on June 8 at 10 AM PT. This year's event carries the tagline "Coming Bright Up," which experts believe points to a heavy focus on Siri and the Apple Intelligence ecosystem News Arno Tue, 19 May 2026 00:29:28 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/news/156335-elon-musk-loses-high-stakes-lawsuit-against-sam-altman-and-openai.html https://vgtimes.com/news/156335-elon-musk-loses-high-stakes-lawsuit-against-sam-altman-and-openai.html Elon Musk has lost his high-profile legal battle against Sam Altman and OpenAI. A federal jury in Oakland completely rejected the billionaire's claims News Arno Mon, 18 May 2026 23:49:05 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/gaming-news/156330-pc-gamers-will-miss-out-on-single-player-playstation-aaa-titles-sony-is-seriously-changing-its-strategy.html https://vgtimes.com/gaming-news/156330-pc-gamers-will-miss-out-on-single-player-playstation-aaa-titles-sony-is-seriously-changing-its-strategy.html Authoritative journalist Jason Schreier reports that PlayStation Studio Business head Hermen Hulst told employees during an internal Monday meeting that Sony’s narrative-driven single-player games will remain PlayStation exclusives. According to Schreier, this confirms earlier Bloomberg reporting about the company’s broader strategic direction Gaming News leGO_kh Mon, 18 May 2026 22:31:24 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/movies-and-tv-series/156323-tom-kane-legendary-voice-of-yoda-the-powerpuff-girls-and-call-of-duty-zombies-has-died.html https://vgtimes.com/movies-and-tv-series/156323-tom-kane-legendary-voice-of-yoda-the-powerpuff-girls-and-call-of-duty-zombies-has-died.html Tom Kane has passed away at the age of 64. The acclaimed voice actor, whose work helped define countless iconic video games, animated series, and major entertainment franchises over the course of several decades, was remembered by fans and colleagues alike as one of the most recognizable voices in the industry. Representatives of Galactic Productions confirmed the news, noting that Kane had been dealing with the long-term effects of a stroke he suffered in 2020, which ultimately forced him to retire from voice acting after losing the ability to speak Movies and TV Series leGO_kh Mon, 18 May 2026 21:08:53 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/gaming-news/156319-sony-raises-ps-plus-prices-heres-how-much-new-subscribers-will-pay.html https://vgtimes.com/gaming-news/156319-sony-raises-ps-plus-prices-heres-how-much-new-subscribers-will-pay.html Sony PlayStation has announced a price increase for its PlayStation Plus subscription for new users, citing “ongoing market conditions” as the reason. The changes will take effect on May 20 and will apply only to new subscriptions, while existing subscribers in most regions will continue paying their current rates until their subscription expires or is modified — with exceptions in Turkey and India, where pricing adjustments may apply differently upon renewal or changes Gaming News leGO_kh Mon, 18 May 2026 19:47:41 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156312-intel-just-dropped-a-macbook-neo-killer-with-16gb-ram-for-less-than-apples-laptop.html https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156312-intel-just-dropped-a-macbook-neo-killer-with-16gb-ram-for-less-than-apples-laptop.html While Apple is betting on the relatively affordable MacBook Neo with 8GB of RAM, China has already started selling laptops that give you twice the memory and a twice-as-big SSD for the same money. The first devices powered by Intel’s new Core 300-series chips (Wildcat Lake) have arrived from ASUS, Honor, and HP Hardware and Technologies DoubleA Mon, 18 May 2026 18:50:47 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156303-unreal-engine-58-prepares-a-mode-that-will-save-games-from-eternal-fps-drops.html https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156303-unreal-engine-58-prepares-a-mode-that-will-save-games-from-eternal-fps-drops.html Epic Games has found a way to run demanding games on portable devices without the usual trade-offs. In the preview build of Unreal Engine 5.8, a lightweight Lumen global illumination mode has appeared, capable of holding a stable 60 FPS on handheld consoles — and first and foremost, that means the Nintendo Switch 2 Hardware and Technologies DoubleA Mon, 18 May 2026 18:02:30 +0300 https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156297-south-korea-is-ready-to-ban-the-samsung-strike-to-save-the-economy.html https://vgtimes.com/tech-and-hardware/156297-south-korea-is-ready-to-ban-the-samsung-strike-to-save-the-economy.html Samsung is on the verge of the biggest strike in its history. Over 45,000 employees are ready to walk off the job, and South Korean authorities are already discussing emergency measures, fearing a hit to the economy and global chip supplies Hardware and Technologies DoubleA Mon, 18 May 2026 17:19:57 +0300