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Gears E-Day Open Beta Is Free to Play August 13

The Gears of War E-Day beta opens August 13 on Xbox and PC. See the start time, modes, rewards, and how to join the free open beta.

PlayStation disc backlash grows as retailers warn Sony’s 2028 digital-only plan will reduce choice, resale options, and game preservation.

Xbox is restructuring its gaming division, changing studios, Game Pass pressure, console costs, and the kinds of games gamers may see next.

Switch2 gets a replaceable battery in Europe this autumn. See the new console weight, battery capacity, controller changes, and rollout dates.

Nintendo Switch sales to retailers in Europe will end in mid-February 2027. See what changes, what stays, and the Switch 2 battery revision.

Xbox prices rise August 1, 2026, by $100 for 512GB models and $150 for 1TB models. Compare expected prices, refurbished consoles, and other options.

Switch 2 games are building momentum with new releases and confirmed 2026 titles, giving gamers clearer reasons to watch Nintendo’s library.

dbrand canceled its Portal-inspired Steam Machine Companion Cube after Valve cited unlicensed IP.

PS6 and next Xbox pricing are not official, but rising RAM and SSD costs could make the $1,049 Steam Machine look less extreme.

Forever games are changing how gamers spend time, using seasons, battle passes, and daily rewards to become part of routine.