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Itch.io Is Restoring NSFW Games—as Long as They’re Free

Facing pressure from payment processors, the indie game platform delisted many adult titles this week. Itch.io began offering free NSFW content again on Thursday as it looks for new payment options.
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A New Katamari Game, Octopath Traveler 0, and More Are Coming to Switch 2

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Gamers Are Furious About the Censorship of NSFW Games—and They’re Fighting Back

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Steam and Itch.io Are Pulling ‘Porn’ Games. Critics Say It’s a Slippery Slope to More Censorship

A conservative group is targeting payment processors as “a weapon” to get adult games deindexed in storefronts. Even games that have nothing to do with sex or abuse have been caught in the dragnet.

Anthem Is the Latest Video Game Casualty. What Should End-of-Life Care Look Like for Games?

Anthem will disappear in early 2026. The move comes as consumer group Stop Killing Video Games fights to preserve similar online service games.

A Game Called Date Everything Literally Lets You Date Everything—Except People

The new dating sim’s characters range from polyamorous to asexual, but none of them are human.

Dosa Divas Is a ‘Spicy’ New Game About Fighting Capitalism With Food

Outerloop Games’ colorful new RPG will be released next year. The studio says it's determined to “humanize” immigrant experiences amid ICE raids.

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The Best Gaming Headsets for Every System

Lend depth and drama to your gameplay with the right gaming headset for any console or device.

These Retro Gaming Consoles Deliver a Dose of Nostalgia

From the stylish Evercade to the old-school Sega Genesis Mini, these machines will have you bleeping, blooping, and blasting back to the good old days.

Just Got a Meta Quest Headset? These Are Our Favorite Games 

Dipping your toes into virtual reality? From shooters to woodsy adventures, these are our favorites to play by yourself or with friends.

The Best Crossplay Games for Consoles and PC

These titles let you play with friends on all kinds of platforms, from computers to Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, and even mobile.

Reviews and Impressions 

Mario Kart World Races Are More Chaotic—and Better—Than Ever

Our first impression of the Switch 2 launch title is that it marks a strong start for Nintendo’s new era.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Sets a New High for the Series

Square Enix’s latest installment in the Final Fantasy VII reboot trilogy raises the stakes with huge open-world maps, more side-quests—and of course, chocobo.

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth Is an Impressive Achievement in Storytelling

RGG’s latest Like a Dragon game trades crime melodrama for deep character development.

This Game Console Gets the Whole Family Off the Couch

The Nex Playground uses motion tracking to put you in the game for family fun with a side of fitness.

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