Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Nintendo confirms a new Switch 2 model is in the works to better comply with EU regulation

Rumoured for a number of months now, Nintendo has recently put out a statement on what it's doing to comply with EU directives and regulations. There are a number of topics listed on the page, but the one most people will likely be interested in covers regulation 2023/1542, looking at batteries and waste batteries.

Like the WEEE Directive, the Batteries Regulation aims to reduce the environmental impact of the manufacture, distribution, use, disposal and recycling of batteries and...


https://gbatemp.net/threads/nintendo-confirms-a-new-switch-2-model-is-in-the-works-to-better-comply-with-eu-regulation.682190/

PlayStation State of Play June 2, 2026 broadcast - new God of War announced

ICYMI: A whole hour of PlayStation content is on the way, thanks to the latest State of Play showcase. Headlining the stream will be Marvel's Wolverine, alongside a collection of other PlayStation content. You can tune in, or catch our coverage of the event, which is live now.

We're kicking off with an extended gameplay segment of Wolverine, giving us a look at the action combat and Wolverine's skillset. It's out September 15th. Other Marvel heroes and villains will be a part of the game...


https://gbatemp.net/threads/playstation-state-of-play-june-2-2026-broadcast-new-god-of-war-announced.682164/

PlayStation State of Play June 2, 2026 broadcast - live coverage

ICYMI: A whole hour of PlayStation content is on the way, thanks to the latest State of Play showcase. Headlining the stream will be Marvel's Wolverine, alongside a collection of other PlayStation content. You can tune in, or catch our coverage of the event, which is live now.

We're kicking off with an extended gameplay segment of Wolverine, giving us a look at the action combat and Wolverine's skillset.


https://gbatemp.net/threads/playstation-state-of-play-june-2-2026-broadcast-live-coverage.682164/

Review: CZUR K5S TouchBoard Pro

CZUR, maker of document scanners and projectors, comes to us today with their K5S Pro bluetooth keyboard.


https://gbatemp.net/review/czur-k5s-touchboard-pro.2714/

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Pokemon Infinite Fusion sequel announced, set in Hoenn region with more than 70 new Pokemon

ICYMI: For those who missed the original fan-game, Pokemon Infinite Fusion is a hugely popular title retelling the events of Kanto with a twist: every Pokemon can be fused with every other Pokemon. Combining typing, stats, move pools, and more, this created hundreds of thousands of combinations to make every playthrough genuinely unique. Add to this a new storyline that makes use of fused Pokemon with a genuinely challenging finale, and you have one of the best Pokemon fan-games to date. And with...


https://gbatemp.net/threads/pokemon-infinite-fusion-sequel-announced-set-in-hoenn-region-with-more-than-70-new-pokemon.682149/

PlayStation State of Play June 2, 2026 broadcast - new God of War announced

A whole hour of PlayStation content is on the way, thanks to the latest State of Play showcase. Headlining the stream will be Marvel's Wolverine, alongside a collection of other PlayStation content. You can tune in, or catch our coverage of the event, which is live now.

We're kicking off with an extended gameplay segment of Wolverine, giving us a look at the action combat and Wolverine's skillset. It's out September 15th. Other Marvel heroes and villains will be a part of the game...


https://gbatemp.net/threads/playstation-state-of-play-june-2-2026-broadcast-new-god-of-war-announced.682164/

ASUS announces upgraded ROG Xbox Ally X20 handheld and AR glasses bundle

ICYMI: During Computex 2026, ASUS made a couple of announcements, including some gaming-related ones to celebrate 20 years of their gaming division, ROG. In particular, the company announced the ROG Xbox Ally X20 Bundle, which includes the ROG Xbox Ally X20 (an upgraded ROG Xbox Ally X model in a transparent colour scheme) and the ROG XREAL R1 Edition 20. The latter is a pair of augmented reality (AR) glasses that pairs with the ROG Xbox Ally X20 via USB-C to provide the user with a portable...


https://gbatemp.net/threads/asus-announces-upgraded-rog-xbox-ally-x20-handheld-and-ar-glasses-bundle.682146/

PlayStation State of Play June 2, 2026 broadcast - live coverage

A whole hour of PlayStation content is on the way, thanks to the latest State of Play showcase. Headlining the stream will be Marvel's Wolverine, alongside a collection of other PlayStation content. You can tune in, or catch our coverage of the event, which is live now.

We're kicking off with an extended gameplay segment of Wolverine, giving us a look at the action combat and Wolverine's skillset.


https://gbatemp.net/threads/playstation-state-of-play-june-2-2026-broadcast-live-coverage.682164/

Monday, June 1, 2026

Pokemon Infinite Fusion sequel announced, set in Hoenn region with more than 70 new Pokemon

For those who missed the original fan-game, Pokemon Infinite Fusion is a hugely popular title retelling the events of Kanto with a twist: every Pokemon can be fused with every other Pokemon. Combining typing, stats, move pools, and more, this created hundreds of thousands of combinations to make every playthrough genuinely unique. Add to this a new storyline that makes use of fused Pokemon with a genuinely challenging finale, and you have one of the best Pokemon fan-games to date. And with...


https://gbatemp.net/threads/pokemon-infinite-fusion-sequel-announced-set-in-hoenn-region-with-more-than-70-new-pokemon.682149/

ASUS announces upgraded ROG Xbox Ally X20 handheld and AR glasses bundle

During Computex 2026, ASUS made a couple of announcements, including some gaming-related ones to celebrate 20 years of their gaming division, ROG. In particular, the company announced the ROG Xbox Ally X20 Bundle, which includes the ROG Xbox Ally X20 (an upgraded ROG Xbox Ally X model in a transparent colour scheme) and the ROG XREAL R1 Edition 20. The latter is a pair of augmented reality (AR) glasses that pairs with the ROG Xbox Ally X20 via USB-C to provide the user with a portable...


https://gbatemp.net/threads/asus-announces-upgraded-rog-xbox-ally-x20-handheld-and-ar-glasses-bundle.682146/

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Sunday, May 31, 2026

Paper Mario PC recompilation "ReCut" gets its first pre-release build

ICYMI: The latest in a growing number of native PC ports, Paper Mario ReCut got its first pre-release build earlier this week. Based on the N64 recompilation toolchain, the port runs on Windows PCs and at the very least has no issues playing through the intro. With this still being a pre-release build however, bugs should be expected.

An up to date list of features can be found on the project's GitHub page:

PRESS F1 TO ACCESS THE MENU (Might change to ESC not sure yet lol)
First-run legal ROM...


https://gbatemp.net/threads/paper-mario-pc-recompilation-recut-gets-its-first-pre-release-build.682091/

Pokemon Crystal Inheritance released, features a time-travelling plot through Johto

ICYMI: We're living in something of a golden age for Pokemon hacks, with fantastic projects being released to the public at an astonishing rate. Today we're taking a look at Pokemon Crystal Inheritance, a brand new hack that sees you travel to the past and experience a historic take on the iconic Johto region. Alongside this revamped region, you can also expect to see a new Pokedex, multiple endings, a choice of difficulty modes, and a whole heap more.

You can find a full list of features from...


https://gbatemp.net/threads/pokemon-crystal-inheritance-released-features-a-time-travelling-plot-through-johto.682085/

Saturday, May 30, 2026

Paper Mario PC recompilation "ReCut" gets its first pre-release build

The latest in a growing number of native PC ports, Paper Mario ReCut got its first pre-release build earlier this week. Based on the N64 recompilation toolchain, the port runs on Windows PCs and at the very least has no issues playing through the intro. With this still being a pre-release build however, bugs should be expected.

An up to date list of features can be found on the project's GitHub page:

PRESS F1 TO ACCESS THE MENU (Might change to ESC not sure yet lol)
First-run legal ROM...


https://gbatemp.net/threads/paper-mario-pc-recompilation-recut-gets-its-first-pre-release-build.682091/

Review: Xiaomi 17T Pro

ICYMI: The Xiaomi 17T Pro, while not quite as beefy as the 17 Pro, is still a powerful Android phone with real emulation potential.


https://gbatemp.net/review/xiaomi-17t-pro.2723/

Pokemon Crystal Inheritance released, features a time-travelling plot through Johto

We're living in something of a golden age for Pokemon hacks, with fantastic projects being released to the public at an astonishing rate. Today we're taking a look at Pokemon Crystal Inheritance, a brand new hack that sees you travel to the past and experience a historic take on the iconic Johto region. Alongside this revamped region, you can also expect to see a new Pokedex, multiple endings, a choice of difficulty modes, and a whole heap more.

You can find a full list of features from...


https://gbatemp.net/threads/pokemon-crystal-inheritance-released-features-a-time-travelling-plot-through-johto.682085/

Friday, May 29, 2026

Bubsy 4D, Forza 6, Unreal Engine 6, PS6? - Tempcast #95

ICYMI: In this weeks episode we briefly discuss the recent developments in the gaming world.

Theme by VinsCool and AlanJohn

The podcast is currently NOT available on popular streaming platforms such as spotify, but hopefully will be back in the near future!


https://gbatemp.net/threads/bubsy-4d-forza-6-unreal-engine-6-ps6-tempcast-95.682045/

Pokémon Crystal gets a PC port titled "suiCune" based on C/C++ language

ICYMI: Continuing with the great news of Pokémon Platinum getting a native unofficial PC port just a few days ago, today, yet another classic title from the franchise has made its debut on PC hardware as well, with the latest title being none other than Pokémon Crystal.

Originally started out by developer froggestspirit with the title "suiCune", a Crystal PC port was already being planned out since 2022 based on the PRET (Pokemon Reverse Engineering Team) project for Crystal, but it got archived...


https://gbatemp.net/threads/pokemon-crystal-gets-a-pc-port-titled-suicune-based-on-c-c-language.682044/

Review: Xiaomi 17T Pro

The Xiaomi 17T Pro, while not quite as beefy as the 17 Pro, is still a powerful Android phone with real emulation potential.


https://gbatemp.net/review/xiaomi-17t-pro.2723/

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Review: Zero Parades: For Dead Spies

ICYMI: Zero Parades: For Dead Spies marks ZA/UM Studio’s return to the CRPG genre. Has the wait been worth it?


https://gbatemp.net/review/zero-parades-for-dead-spies.2722/

Thursday, May 28, 2026

Bubsy 4D, Forza 6, Unreal Engine 6, PS6? - Tempcast #95

In this weeks episode we briefly discuss the recent developments in the gaming world.

Theme by VinsCool and AlanJohn

The podcast is currently NOT available on popular streaming platforms such as spotify, but hopefully will be back in the near future!


https://gbatemp.net/threads/bubsy-4d-forza-6-unreal-engine-6-ps6-tempcast-95.682045/

Pokémon Crystal gets a PC port titled "suiCune" based on C/C++ language

Continuing with the great news of Pokémon Platinum getting a native unofficial PC port just a few days ago, today, yet another classic title from the franchise has made its debut on PC hardware as well, with the latest title being none other than Pokémon Crystal.

Originally started out by developer froggestspirit with the title "suiCune", a Crystal PC port was already being planned out since 2022 based on the PRET (Pokemon Reverse Engineering Team) project for Crystal, but it got archived...


https://gbatemp.net/threads/pokemon-crystal-gets-a-pc-port-titled-suicune-based-on-c-c-language.682044/

Dragon Quest 12 re-announced alongside new Dragon Quest Monsters title during 40th anniversary broadcast

ICYMI: To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Dragon Quest series, a short presentation was released on the official Dragon Quest channel. Alongside a nice recap of the series thus far, the presentation featured two notable titles: Dragon Quest 12 and a new Dragon Quest Monsters game. Though originally announced back in 2021 during a very similar broadcast celebrating the series' 35th anniversary, Dragon Quest 12 hit various snags in production, leading the team to completely restart the project...


https://gbatemp.net/threads/dragon-quest-12-re-announced-alongside-new-dragon-quest-monsters-title-during-40th-anniversary-broadcast.682022/

New Witcher 3 expansion announced, set to launch in 2027 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series

ICYMI: With news being so sparse on the upcoming entry to the series, CD Projekt Red have today announced a new expansion for their 2015 hit The Witcher 3. Titled Songs of the Past, the expansion is touted as one last hurrah for Geralt before new protagonist Ciri steps up for the next title.

Songs of the Past is a brand-new full-fledged expansion to The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, one of the most acclaimed role-playing games of all time.

Created in partnership with Fool’s Theory, a team comprising...


https://gbatemp.net/threads/new-witcher-3-expansion-announced-set-to-launch-in-2027-for-pc-ps5-and-xbox-series.682021/

Review: Zero Parades: For Dead Spies

Zero Parades: For Dead Spies marks ZA/UM Studio’s return to the CRPG genre. Has the wait been worth it?


https://gbatemp.net/review/zero-parades-for-dead-spies.2722/

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Dragon Quest 12 re-announced alongside new Dragon Quest Monsters title during 40th anniversary broadcast

To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Dragon Quest series, a short presentation was released on the official Dragon Quest channel. Alongside a nice recap of the series thus far, the presentation featured two notable titles: Dragon Quest 12 and a new Dragon Quest Monsters game. Though originally announced back in 2021 during a very similar broadcast celebrating the series' 35th anniversary, Dragon Quest 12 hit various snags in production, leading the team to completely restart the project...


https://gbatemp.net/threads/dragon-quest-12-re-announced-alongside-new-dragon-quest-monsters-title-during-40th-anniversary-broadcast.682022/

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