Xbox Game Pass quietly adds two games, loses five soon
Xbox Game Pass just got two surprise additions that weren’t on the official roadmap. But the service is also preparing to say goodbye to five other titles, including some notable games.
Category: Gaming
HP’s weird gaming laptop rebrand feels like a step backward
HP is making a major branding shift for its gaming division at CES. Its Omen laptops, desktops, and monitors will now carry the HyperX name, a move that seems to elevate an accessory brand over a respected PC lineage.
Dispatch Sells 3 Million Copies, Proving Story Games Still Rule
The narrative-focused game Dispatch has surpassed 3 million copies sold, a huge win for its developer AdHoc Studio. New stats show how millions of players shaped the story, cutting heroes and pursuing romances.
Buckshot Roulette’s Wild 8 Million Sales, But Console Fans Wait
The PC-exclusive horror game Buckshot Roulette has sold over 8 million copies, outpacing major AA/AAA titles. However, its promised console port has been delayed from late 2025 to 2026 due to technical hurdles.
Waymo’s Robotaxis Got Confused During a San Francisco Blackout
A major power outage in San Francisco over the weekend didn’t just affect homes—it stopped Waymo’s robotaxis in their tracks. Videos showed the autonomous vehicles stalled at intersections, forcing the company to suspend service in the area.
Witcher Dev Says AI Won’t Make Games, But It’s “Meaningful”
The CEO of The Witcher and Cyberpunk studio CD Projekt Red has weighed in on AI in game development. He sees meaningful productivity benefits but dismisses the idea that AI could ever “sit down and make games” on its own.
Cult of the Lamb’s Big Winter DLC Drops in January
The first major paid expansion for Cult of the Lamb finally has a release date. Woolhaven brings a winter-themed adventure and new gameplay systems on January 22 for $17.
Razer’s Boomslang Mouse Is Back, But Only 1,337 People Can Get It
Razer has unveiled a modern reimagining of the original Boomslang, the mouse that started it all. Only 1,337 units of this collector’s edition will be made, each loaded with today’s best sensor and wireless tech.
The ASUS ROG Xbox Ally Hits a Record Low Price
The ASUS ROG Xbox Ally, a collaborative handheld from ASUS and Xbox, has dropped to its lowest price ever. For $489, you get a Windows 11 handheld with an AMD Ryzen Z2 A processor, 512GB SSD, and a 120Hz display. The deal also includes a 3-month subscription to Xbox Game Pass Premium.
Hi-Fi Rush is finally ditching Denuvo DRM next month
The PC version of Hi-Fi Rush is getting a major update. Developer Tango Gameworks has announced it will remove the Denuvo anti-tamper DRM from the game in mid-January 2026.