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Madden 25 is right around the corner and you can be one of the first to try out the new entry to the franchise through the closed beta—and we’ll tell you how. Due to release on Aug. 16, though you can get three days early access by pre-ordering, Madden 25 launches in a big year for EA Sports alongside the revival of the College Football franchise, and players are eager to see what’s in store.

How to play Madden 25 beta

XDefiant developers have confirmed that one of the most requested game modes is arriving in season one, much earlier than initially planned. Since XDefiant‘s release, players have requested the addition of several game modes. The developers have shown they’re listening with Team Deathmatch quickly added—and another huge mode is coming in season one.

XDefiant devs confirm popular mode coming in season one, Prestige and killcam in the works

The latest looter shooter is here in The First Descendant, a third-person action game that’s been hyped for quite some time. You take on the role of a Descendant, using your abilities and powers to fight the good fight against an advancing evil, all while grabbing new loot and upgrading your character’s weapons and gear.

The best The First Descendant PC settings

The First Descendant is advertised as a cooperative looter-shooter with no PvP elements, but playing with others isn’t for everyone. This begs the question as to whether you can play solo—and we have the answer. After several beta tests, The First Descendant launched as a free-to-play title on...

Can you play The First Descendant solo?

XDefiant’s season one is arriving, bringing the Rainbow Six-inspired GSK faction, new weapons, and new maps with it. The update will also include balancing changes to factions and XP gains, too, so the XDefiant that players have come to know since it launched season zero in late May will be a bit different in the new season.

XDefiant season one patch notes: GSK, Spiderbot nerf, Libertad buff, and more

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ONE of Amazon’s best-hidden perks is Prime Gaming and the three games you pick up every month. However, Amazon has another gaming programme that users can sign up to, if they want to stream popular games. Amazon Luna is the company’s cloud gaming subscription service, where players stream games...

Amazon Prime users can grab a massive free upgrade with 40 new games

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Xbox Game Pass users are starting to get a free game this weekend.

Xbox Gives Out Free Game to Some Xbox Game Pass Users

Zscaler identifies 90+ malicious apps on Google Play that were downloaded over 5.5 million times. Many pose as PDF or QR code readers and install data-stealing malware once you update them. More than 90 different Android apps available on Google Play have been found to contain malware, according to cloud...

Be Careful: These Android Apps Are Installing Malware, Stealing Your Data

We now know the official dates for Prime Day 2024: July 16 and 17. As part of its 10th Prime Day event, Amazon is giving away a selection of subscriptions for Prime members, including three months of Audible, three months of Kindle Unlimited, and five months of Amazon Music Unlimited, all completely free.

Amazon is Giving Away Free Subscriptions as Part of Its Early Prime Day Deals

My favourite app is finally available on Android handsets

Your Android phone just got a major free video upgrade

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Windows 11's next big feature update isn't officially available just yet, even though it's shipping on certain new PCs. However, there is a way to get it now, and we're going to show you how.

How to get the Windows 11 2024 Update (version 24H2) on your computer NOW

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Priced just $59 / £49, retro game brand HyperMegaTech! has announced two new models in its budget-friendly Super Pocket line, one for Atari and one for Techno, makers of classic arcade brawler Double Dragon. The Super Pocket handhelds are some of my favourite ways to play vintage games, and...

I love the 1970s design of Evercade's new Atari Super Pocket retro console

If you’re an avid mobile gamer or simply want to extend the lifespan of your phone’s battery, then you’ll want to know about bypass charging. Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about this little-known charging feature. What is bypass charging?. Bypass charging is a...

Bypass charging: Explaining your phone’s secret charging feature

A few Elden Ring players have passed the test of time in upsetting the gargantuan and unforgiving bosses of DLC Shadow of the Erdtree, but now one player has made it look easy with his damage-neglecting build. Usually, Elden Ring players rely on mastering their dodges and slowly chipping down...

Forget no-hit runs: Elden Ring players are doing ‘All Hit’ challenges now

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Windows 10 is set to receive all new features as Microsoft revisit plans to leave its operating system behind.

Microsoft make major Windows 10 U-turn ahead of end-of-support in 2025

The new edition of the Slice and Dice tournament in Monopoly GO is starting with a longer duration of two days and slightly better dice rewards. But overall, it’s not as good as the tournaments we just had during the Peg-E Prize Drop event. The tournament ends on July...

New Monopoly GO Slice and Dice rewards and milestones (July 2)

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There’s no shortage of ways that retro gaming enthusiasts can get their nostalgia fix these days, including PC emulators, mobile gaming apps, and plug-and-play consoles for TVs, but the Pocket 386, a handheld mini laptop, stands out by using original hardware for an authentic retro feel.The device, which originates from China (naturally) comes from the creators of the similar retro notebook, the Book 8086 (which runs Dos and Windows 3.0), and mirrors its specs but in a new form factor. It features a 40MHz 386 SX chip, 8MB of DRAM, a replaceable VGA card, and a design reminiscent of early...

Slowest new laptop in the world is now on sale, with Windows 95 and a CPU that's almost 40 years old — but at least it is (almost) pocketable and can run Doom or Commander Keen

To complete the Dragon Ball Hunt and DB Legends’ sixth Anniversary, you need QR codes from friends. While having friends in your list makes this easier, asking them for their codes can be annoying and slow. Luckily, there’s a way to get a friend’s QR code without bothering them.

How to get QR Codes in DB Legends Dragon Ball Hunt

As with many game launches in recent times, developers strike partnerships with streaming platforms like Twitch in order to give back to those who want to watch a bit of gameplay before diving in themselves. The First Descendant falls in line with the trend, offering Twitch Drops for everyone who...

The First Descendant Twitch Drops: How to get, rewards, and more

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Is FragPunk free to play?

Look out folks, a new hero shooter is in town. FragPunk, a new FPS title from Bad Guitar Studios, is taking the formula and changing it...

Is FragPunk free to play?

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