The d7vk project extends Linux gaming compatibility back to Direct3D 7 titles, covering over 400 classic Windows games. This builds on Valve’s Proton framework but reaches further into PC gaming history than ever before.
Rockstar Games fired 31 employees in late October amid union organizing efforts, while simultaneously delaying GTA VI’s release. The company claims the terminations were for sharing confidential information, not union-busting. Both developments highlight ongoing tensions in the gaming industry.
Nintendo appears to be resisting the industry trend of console price hikes. President Shuntaro Furukawa says Switch 2 should maintain profitability despite rising component costs through mass production efficiencies.
Grand Theft Auto 5 continues to defy gravity twelve years after launch, selling more units than Brazil’s entire population. Meanwhile, GTA 6 faces another delay into late 2026, creating shareholder headaches despite the ongoing revenue machine.
The Steam Deck beta channel now lets you download games with the screen off, something that’s been missing since the device launched in 2022. This long-requested feature works automatically while charging and can be enabled for battery use too.
Nintendo’s Switch 2 has become the company’s fastest-selling console launch ever, moving over 10 million units in just four months. The explosive demand has led to shortages in some regions, prompting an official apology from Nintendo. The company is now significantly increasing its sales projection
Sony’s PlayStation Portal handheld can now stream select PS5 games directly from the cloud, expanding beyond just local console streaming. The feature requires a PlayStation Plus Premium subscription and supports both library games and purchased digital titles. This update makes the $199 device actu
Sony has officially launched cloud streaming for PS5 games on the PlayStation Portal remote player. The feature requires a PlayStation Plus Premium membership and includes thousands of supported titles.
Nintendo’s latest earnings report reveals the Switch 2 has officially sold 10.36 million units as of September 30th. The console’s rapid start puts it within striking distance of the Wii U’s lifetime sales in just four months.
The closure of Fantastic Pixel Castle marks another casualty in NetEase’s global retreat. Former WoW veteran Greg Street’s ambitious project Ghost couldn’t secure funding despite public development transparency.
