1. Rumors and leaks suggest that Sony is developing the PS5 Pro, expected to launch in 2024. 2. Insider Jeff Grubb claims the PS5 Pro might be announced at a State of Play event by the end of September. 3. The discussion around the PS5 Pro has intensified, with recent evidence pointing to its imminent release.

1. Nintendo has announced an Indie World Showcase and a Partner Showcase to be livestreamed today; 2. The combined livestream will last approximately 40 minutes; 3. There will be no mention of the Nintendo Switch successor during these presentations.

1. Sony is reportedly paying close attention to the handheld market following the success of the PlayStation Portal. 2. The PlayStation Portal has exceeded expectations and is the no.1 best selling gaming accessory of the year so far. 3. The success of the Nintendo Switch and the Steam Deck indicates a continued market for portable gaming.

1. Developers are facing challenges in optimizing games for the Xbox Series S due to its lower power compared to the Xbox Series X. 2. Del Walker, a video game artist, expressed frustration with the need to simplify high-end games for the Series S. 3. Several games have either skipped or delayed their Xbox launches due to compatibility issues with the Series S.

1. Rumors and leaks about the PS5 Pro have been circulating since 2022, with plans for a 2024 launch. 2. The unannounced console was reportedly an 'open secret' at Gamescom, with multiple developers confirming its existence. 3. With various developers either aware of or working with the PS5 Pro, its announcement is expected to be imminent.

1. Steam has reached a new record of 37 million concurrent users, surpassing its previous record of 36 million set in March. 2. The platform continues to see steady growth in both peak and average monthly player counts. 3. Steam's consistent growth over a decade since its launch is noteworthy, with projections of hitting 40 million concurrent users soon.

1. Capcom plans to revive many of its dormant IPs, starting with the Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster. 2. The company aims to expand upon the Dead Rising series and promote the remaster to fans worldwide. 3. Other potential revivals include franchises like Onimusha, Dino Crisis, Marvel vs Capcom, Mega Man spin-offs, and Bionic Commando.

1. Microsoft Flight Simulator receives its 17th World Update, focusing on Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. 2. The update includes a visual overhaul of 10 cities and introduces 116 new points of interest. 3. Three new handcrafted airports and nine additional activities are also part of the update.

1. EA has removed Denuvo DRM from the indie metroidvania game 'Tales of Kenzera: ZAU' shortly after its release. 2. The removal of Denuvo is seen as beneficial for improving the gaming experience, as it has been associated with performance and graphics issues. 3. The decision to include Denuvo in a small project like 'Tales of Kenzera: ZAU' was initially curious, but its removal is welcomed by players.

1. Striking Distance Studios, known for The Callisto Protocol, announces a new game [REDACTED], described as a fast-action isometric roguelike set in the same universe. 2. The game, [REDACTED], involves a shadowy agent navigating the chaos at Black Iron Prison, a state-of-the-art penitentiary on Callisto. 3. The new game is set to launch on October 31st, coinciding with Halloween.

1. Valve has introduced new Steam Deck integrations into the Steam platform, highlighting reviews written by users who primarily played on Steam Deck. 2. This update aims to provide more informed purchasing decisions for users. 3. The feature was announced on Twitter by the official Steam Deck page.

1. Humble Bundle offers a collection of mainline Resident Evil games at a discounted price. 2. The bundle includes games from various eras of the series, available in four tiers. 3. A portion of the proceeds from this bundle will go to charity, supporting Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and Breakthrough T1D.

1. Sea of Thieves, an Xbox exclusive game, has sold over a million copies on PS5 since its launch on the platform. 2. The game reached the top spot on the PSN Store in May 2024. 3. Microsoft's focus on Game Pass has led to a lack of official sales figures for Sea of Thieves on other platforms, but the game has been played by over 40 million people.

1. Risk of Rain 2 is receiving a free current-gen upgrade for PS5 and Xbox Series X, launching on August 27th. 2. The upgrade includes 4K60fps support and local split-screen co-op. 3. Additional features such as system-specific enhancements and PS5's Activities feature are also included.

1. The Game Awards 2024 is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary on December 12; 2. The event will be streamed live from the Peacock Theater in L.A.; 3. Public tickets for the event will be available for sale starting November 1.

1. Stellar Blade, a highly discussed PS5 exclusive, is set to release on PC soon. 2. The game, which was a success on PlayStation, sold over 1 million copies in a couple of months. 3. Studio SHIFT UP plans to expand its audience by bringing the game to PC, expecting even better performance.

1. Star Wars Outlaws includes a 40fps mode on PS5 and Xbox, offering a balanced gameplay experience. 2. The game provides three performance options: Quality (30fps), Favour Quality (40fps), and Performance (60fps). 3. The 40fps mode is expected to maintain visual quality similar to the 30fps mode but with enhanced smoothness.

1. Bloodborne has reached a new emulation milestone with the ShadPS4 emulator, allowing the game to be booted into the actual gameplay beyond just the character creator menu. 2. The latest ShadPS4 bb-hacks branch has introduced optimizations, bringing the game closer to being fully playable on PC. 3. Despite visual issues, the progress marks a significant step forward after nearly a decade of attempts to make Bloodborne playable on PC.

1. Epic Games introduces a dedicated Fortnite Web Shop for easier item viewing and purchasing. 2. The web shop allows users to apply Support-A-Creator codes and view 3D models of items. 3. This feature provides convenience and a quality of life improvement for players.

1. Hideo Kojima teased a new trailer for Death Stranding 2 on Twitter with a cryptic image and caption 'WHO AM I?'. 2. The teaser suggests a new character played by Kenjiro Tsuda, who also voiced the protagonist in the first game. 3. Fans anticipate a new DS2 trailer during the Opening Night Live Showcase at Gamescom.