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PEOPLE have gone wild for Xbox’s latest custom console and controller designs, and now PlayStation is fighting back. While fans want to grab the Deadpool and Wolverine Xbox controllers, a new must-have controller has just been revealed. To celebrate the return of one of PlayStation’s cutest mascots, Astro Bot,...

PlayStation has just announced a brand-new PS5 controller – and fans are desperate to grab one

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In this week’s newsletter: We’ve become so used to digitally downloading games now that it’s easy to forget how novel it once was, thanks to places like Xbox 360’s Marketplace

The Xbox 360’s pioneering online store has gone offline – and it marks the end of a gaming era

Nintendo updated its release schedule for its August 2024 financial results, which covers the full fiscal year. The company is highlighting what’s on the horizon for Switch. As of now Nintendo has outlined what it recently shared in its Nintendo Direct presentation a couple of months ago. The big one is that Metroid Prime 4 has moved from “TBA” to 2025, which was confirmed as part of the new trailer.

Nintendo release schedule – August 2024

Nintendo has announced that more than 143.42 million Nintendo Switch consoles have now been sold worldwide. In the three months to 30 June 2024, 2.1 million consoles were sold, representing a 46.3 percent decline in sales year-on-year. Those sales break down as 0.64 million Nintendo Switch, 2.83 million Nintendo Switch – OLED Model and 0.43 million Nintendo Switch Lite consoles.

Nintendo Switch Sales Surpass 143.42 Million Units Worldwide

In today's Daily Fix: Sony is releasing a limited edition Astro Bot-themed DualSense controller, and you don't need to enter some sweepstakes to get it (ahem...Xbox). Pre-orders for the controller will go live Friday August 9th at 7am PT at direct.playstation.com. The controller and the new Astro Bot game will launch a month later on September 6th. In other news, the Wall Street Journal is reporting that Twitch is at risk of becoming a "zombie brand" as it still remains unprofitable 10 years after Amazon's acquisition. Twitch went through a round of layoffs earlier this year, and many employees fear more layoffs in the near future. And finally, a pillar of the seventh generation of gaming consoles is no more. Yesterday, the Xbox 360 Marketplace was shut down, meaning gamers can no longer purchase new content from the service. However, gamers can still download content they already own, including full games and DLC.

Astro Bot Gets Limited Edition PS5 DualSense Controller - IGN Daily Fix

We showcase the bombastic might on display in a match of WWE 2K23's Wargames, pitting the likes of Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins against other superstars.

Hands-On Time with WWE 2K23 Wargames

Microsoft shutdown the Xbox 360's marketplace this week and nearly two decades after the console first launched it feels like the final nail in the coffin for a particular era of gaming we’ll probably never see again. Suggested Reading. The Xbox 360 came out a year earlier than the...

What We Loved And Miss About The Xbox 360

The Destiny 2 base game had a climactic ending, and we capture both the final cinematics as well the post-credits scene.

Original Destiny 2 Ending Scenes

Over the course of the lifespan of the PlayStation 1, some games made it clear that things were never going to be the same again, and other games didn’t have that immediate impact. It’s the latter we’re focusing on here, with 10 PS1 games that were ahead of their time. From innovative features trapped on otherwise average releases, to excellent titles that simply came out too early in the PlayStation’s run to be properly appreciated, these are the games that told us in one way or another where the industry was headed, even if the games themselves didn’t know it.

10 PS1 Games That Were Ahead Of Their Time

This article explains how to get 120 frames per second—which you'll also see as "FPS" or "Hz"–on PS5. Not every game on PS5 supports this option, so while you can prep your console for it, it won't work for every title. How to Turn On 120 FPS on...

How to Get 120 FPS on PS5

We play Domination during our hands-on time with the rebooted Call of Duty: Modern Warfare from 2019.

Hands-On Time with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Domination Mode

Sneaking onto an imperial base is no easy task, but for Kay and Nix, it's childsplay. We got some hands on time with the upcoming Star Wars Outlaws as we tried out the stealth and gunplay you can expect from its release August 30.

Star Wars Outlaws - Imperial Space Station Gameplay

Many classic games remain stranded on old hardware, making old consoles essential for playing those iconic titles. Remasters and ports may alter how a game looks and feels, making original releases often better options for authentic experiences. Modding old consoles breathes new life into them, enabling emulation, fan-made content, and...

Why You Should Keep Your Old Consoles

SAV1K – 12x5 Gems. Redeeming Roblox codes varies from game to game. Follow our easy instructions listed below to redeem your free items. All codes are Case Sensitive so be sure to enter them exactly as shown above in our active list. If a code does not work after entering it correctly then it may have recently expired.

My Hero Battlegrounds Codes (August 2024)

In Code Vein, while going through the Depths, you have to contend with a two-boss fight against both the Cannoneer and the Blade Bearer.

Code Vein Duo Boss Battle with the Blade Bearer and Cannoneer

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August's lineup on PS Plus includes LEGO Star Wars, FNAF, and Ender Lilies.

PlayStation Plus Free Games for August 2024 Announced

Sony just launched a Back to School Sale on several of their PlayStation products, including their consoles. The PS5 Slim Disc Edition has dropped to $449.99 from its $500 MSRP and the PS5 Slim Digital Edition has dropped to $339.99 from its $450 MSRP. These deals will all expire on August 5.

The PlayStation 5 Consoles Are on Sale Today

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

More details have emerged about the PlayStation Portal’s launch and price in India. According to games analyst Rishi Alwani, who last week reported about the handheld console coming to India, has provided more details in his blog High Chaos Run. The price, previously estimated at around ₹20,000, is now...

PlayStation Portal: Report Reveals Expected Pricing and Reasons Behind Sony Handheld's Delayed Launch

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Nintendo Switch Online Adds Beloved GBA Pokémon Game

Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscribers will be able to play a classic GBA Pokémon game starting August 9. Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team...

Nintendo Switch Online Adds Beloved GBA Pokémon Game

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