A musical puzzle box, Consume Me on iOS and other new indie games worth checking out
Plus, a whole bunch of neat demos ahead of Steam Next Fest.
Google will pay SpaceX $920 million a month to use xAI's data centers
Google has just signed a $30 billion AI computing power deal with SpaceX.
EA's Star Wars Zero Company drops August 27
Star Wars Zero Company's developers released a gameplay trailer, which features a short appearance by Anakin Skywalker.
Stellar Blade's slick-looking sequel is officially called Blood Rain
It's raining blood, hallelujah.
Super Yooka-Laylee Kart looks like an old-school Mario Kart for the modern age
Playtonic is shifting the Yooka-Laylee series from platforming to familiar-looking arcade racing.
Party with your grandma and prevent her murder in Apple Crumble, out this year
Duck Detective studio Happy Broccoli is back with a creepy-cute mystery called Apple Crumble.
Ithaca is a mysterious road-trip RPG from Bury Me, My Love studio Pixel Hunt
Ithaca asks how far will players go to save the planet.
In co-op shooter Lazy River, peeing in the pool turns guests into zombies
Peeing in the pool is extra dangerous in co-op shooter Lazy River.
N PLUS INFINITY TIMES TWO threatens to revitalize 2D platforming in 2027
Metanet is bringing minimalism and precise mechanics to consoles and PC next year.
Tenebris Somnia adds live-action horror to a retro survival game on October 16
Airdorf and Andrs Borghi are making one nightmare with two styles of terror.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will launch across all platforms in Spring 2027
The final chapter will drop simultaneously on PS5, Switch 2, Xbox and PC.
If Vampire Survivors and Spelunky had a baby, it'd be Messhof's Blood Dungeon
Blood Dungeon is the latest project from the studio behind Nidhogg.
You can watch the Among Us animated series right now
You can watch all ten episodes of the Among Us cartoon on Paramount+.
Saw: Genesis is a 3-on-1 survival game starring the Jigsaw Killer's predecessor
Bloober Team is publishing (and also kinda helping develop) a new Saw game.
Tupac is coming to Stranger Than Heaven and we're as confused as you are
Did that Coachella appearance land him the gig?
Mighty Cuphead Adventure makes the jump from hand-drawn animation to pixel art
Don't worry, StudioMDHR is working on another hand-drawn Cuphead game, too.
Pilot a giant robot head in 'gen Atlas,' the new game from the creator of Ico
Just remember that Ueda's last game took nine years to get here.
Alien Isolation 2's first trailer takes the horror to a colony planet
The abbreviated name, AI 2, is the scariest thing about it so far.
Capcom's Resident Evil: Code Veronica remake is coming in 2027
It's just Resident Evil: Veronica now.
Looks like Minecraft Dungeons II is coming in September
A new Nintendo eShop page announced the game's release date early.
OpenAI rolls out a Lockdown Mode for extra protection against prompt injection attacks
OpenAI has announced more robust security features for the small set of users who might need them.
Bungie extends Marathon's open play week amid Deluxe Edition confusion
There's a lot of confusion among Marathon players at the moment.
ISS astronauts had to shelter in place in the SpaceX Dragon capsule because of an air leak
We're waiting to learn more about what happened aboard the International Space Station.
The University of Cambridge says it successfully tested a vaccine with an AI-designed antigen
It's the first instance of an vaccine antigen designed exclusively by artificial intelligence.
Engadget Podcast: What does NVIDIA's RTX Spark mean for PCs?
This week on the Engaadget Podcast, we dive into NVIDIA's RTX Spark chip and the many ways it could reshape the world of Windows PCs (or not).
How the Internet Crosses Oceans Without You Noticing
A closer look at how undersea cables connect the world.
How to watch the Xbox Games Showcase
Microsoft has two livestreams planned for this Sunday.
OpenAI will let the US government review its AI models before release
The company said this week it would comply with President Trump's voluntary AI executive order.
Vertigo Games announces closure of its Amsterdam VR studio
Vertigo Games, known for its VR work, is closing its Amsterdam studio.
NVIDIA's RTX Spark chip could give Windows its true Apple Silicon moment
Arm CPU cores, a powerful GPU and gobs of unified RAM? That sounds familiar!
Google experiments with sending Chrome searches straight to AI
Google seems to be testing a new feature that will take you to AI Mode by default when you do a search in Chrome.
SpaceX won't get early access to the S&P 500
The largest index in the world won't relax its rules to let SpaceX enter early.
Anthropic proposes a global slowdown of AI development
Anthropic warns that AIs will soon be able to build their own successor, and it's suggesting that companies may have to slow down development.
OnePlus Pad 4 Review | One of the strongest flagship tablets available
OnePlus Pad 3 had already set a strong foundation last year and the latest OnePlus Pad 4 builds on that formula with faster internals, smarter multi-tasking, and a bigger focus on productivity
Steam Machine and Steam Frame are coming 'this summer'
Still no price in sight.
The Instagram Plus subscription has officially launched
Paying users will have tools for reaching either wider or more-specific audiences.
Wired found code for an unreleased facial recognition feature in Meta's AI app
Meta was previously reported to be exploring facial recognition for its smart glasses.
ChatGPT's memory is getting better, especially if you're on the free tier
OpenAI has significantly improved the chatbot's dreaming architecture.
Police have yet to catch a thief who used a Waymo to steal yoga clothes
Believe it or not, this is not the first robotaxi-assisted theft.
Netflix will release its FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition game on June 11
Netflix and EA are both going to capitalize on the World Cup craze.
Meta's latest AI tool gives creators a 'brainstorming partner'
Meta's Creator Assistant AI can analyze your past posts to help with future content plans.
Marshall Milton ANC review: Making the rare case for premium on-ear headphones
Marshall's latest headphones are like its Major and Monitor models had a baby.
Belkin made a charging grip for the Switch 2
Belkin's new Switch 2 charging grip lets you game longer and be more comfortable doing it.
Elden Ring finally launches for Switch 2 on August 28
Elden Ring for the Switch 2 includes the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion and other goodies.
Ferrari and HP made a vivid red laptop with a transparent 'engine bay'
Only 4,999 units of the HP Scuderia Ferrari AI PC will be available.
Here's what you should and shouldn't plug into a TV USB port
A TV's USB port is often forgotten, but can still be useful.
How to watch the Summer Game Fest showcase
Summer Game Fest's main showcase is streaming live on June 5 at 2PM PT.
NASA's Mars MAVEN probe is dead
NASA has declared that the MAVEN mission has ended after losing contact with its probe six months ago.
Samsung's updated Health app unsurprisingly comes with new AI-powered features
Samsung will roll out an update for its Health app before launching its new Galaxy Watches.
Even Meta's Oversight Board thinks its rules for banning accounts are baffling
The group has due process concerns over how the company handles account bans.
SpaceX expects its IPO to raise $74.4 billion
SpaceX expects to become a trillion-dollar company when it goes public.
Google Wallet ID passes will be available in select EU states this summer
The company is also introducing a new age verification process in partnership with a European bank.
You can now use Ask Gemini in Drive to rummage through your Gmail
Slogging through emails to find stuff can be a chore, but Google AI subscribers can now get Gemini to do it.
Noble Audio debuts FoKus Artemis headphones with three drivers and ANC
Noble's FoKus Artemis headphones have three drivers and ANC, but they don't come cheap.
Shokz says its clip-on OpenDots 2 earbuds focus on improved volume and bass
The flagship OpenDots 2 earbuds are joined by the mid-range OpenDots Air.
Motorola launches Edge 70 Pro+ in India: Price, features and sale
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ uses a 6,500 mAh silicon-carbon battery with 90W charging
Nintendo will launch a Switch 2 with replaceable batteries in the EU
Nintendo is preparing to sell a special version of the Switch 2 in the EU with swappable batteries.
Apple begins requiring age verification for App Store use in Texas
The state law governing app use by minors takes effect tomorrow.
The co-creator of Scavengers Reign is working on a new show for Netflix
'Dealies' is about the staff of a big box store.
Persona 5 Royal is one of many additions to Xbox Game Pass for June
The subscription is also getting some indie projects that are worth a look.
You can make the hyper-violence in Marvel's Wolverine more PG-13, if you want to
And Robert Rodriguez wept.
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is headed to the Switch 2 on September 18
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight hits the Switch 2 along with new DLC for all platforms in September.
PUBG's creator is downsizing his studio and ending development of a game
It seems that Prologue: Go Wayback! will never make it out of early access.
VR exercise platform Supernatural is getting a second chance as an independent company
A new Supernatural VR workout app arrives this fall months before Meta planned to shut it down.
The European Union reveals details of its tech sovereignty package
New proposals will see the EU further invest in European startups and companies as it looks to strengthen its homegrown tech footprint.
RollerGirl is a summery rollerblading adventure set in a small town
The slice-of-life game RollerGirl features music inspired by 2000s-era pop-punk.
DOJ opens investigation into George Santos for insider trading on Kalshi
The recently-incarcerated former congressman George Santos allegedly placed bets on himself, then acted to ensure he won.
Pokmon Champions hits iOS and Android on June 17
In a few short weeks, Pokmon Champions will arrive on mobile with full cross-platform support.
WiiM's first soundbar has a touchscreen display and Dolby Atmos
WiiM, a company known for its lineup of speakers and amplifiers, has revealed its first soundbar.
Google pledges to replenish more water than it uses at data centers by 2030
Google has expanded its water stewardship projects in the midst of growing unrest over data centers' water usage.
Meta took down over a million scam accounts in joint operation with Microsoft, SpaceX and DOJ
Meta, Microsoft, SpaceX, Coinbase, the DOJ and international law enforcement partners collaborated in an operation that focused on scam networks in SE Asia.
Researchers show how AI-powered worms could wreak havoc on the internet
Researchers created an AI-powered worm that that can spread through networks with no human intervention.
Google shares Fitbit Air blueprints so you can 3D print your own accessories
Google has released 2D CAD drawings of the Fitbit Air.
Microsoft teases new era of AI-driven devices at annual developer conference
The models underscore Microsofts efforts to build frontier AI independent of the lab it has long backed, OpenAI
Lava launches Bold N2 5G for budget segment buyers in India
Lava Bold N2 5G ships with a 6,000 mAh battery and supports 18W charging
Poland wants to ban phones and smartwatches in schools
The Polish government has approved several bills, including one that would ban phones in the classroom.
Google will allow websites to exclude themselves from AI search results
The company says opting out won't impact placement in regular searches.
Meta will reportedly let employees take 30-minute breaks from its tracking program
Workers can pause the all-seeing eye when they need to check something personal.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword arrives September 25 but there's a demo today
Capcom's latest game is looking sharp.
God of War Laufey stars the wife of Kratos and a jelly cube
After playing as Kratos and Atreus, now we get to be Faye.
Control Resonant will bend your reality on September 24, 2026
You can pre-order the Faden siblings' next adventure now.
Silent Hill: Townfall will hit PC and PS5 on September 24
Screen Burn is bringing Konami-branded horror to a fictional Scottish island.
Kemuri gameplay trailer shows off yokai battling and great fashion
JPop Demon Hunters? Yes please.
A Rayman Legends remake will arrive on October 1
The standard version of Rayman Legends Retold will cost $40.
Insomniac Games' Wolverine looks comically violent
The first gameplay trailer shows off bloody melee combat.
Amazon Luna adds Hollow Knight to its catalog for June
Hollow Knight joins the Amazon Luna game catalog this month.
Dashlane says hackers stole password vaults via a 'brute force attack'
Hackers used brute forced about 20 password vaults from Dashlane.
Amazon, Ring sued for alleged privacy violations from facial recognition tools
Ring is the source of a new lawsuit that claims one of its features can capture facial data from passers by without their knowledge.
Android will now warn you if a caller is impersonating someone you know
Google Photos and Google Play Books are also getting new AI-powered updates.
The European Parliament may be ditching Google as its default search engine
The EU's moves towards digital sovereignty might include its Parliament ditching Google.
