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PS5 LINUX SUPPORT NOW AVAILABLE FOR OLDER MODELS!

The PS5-Linux project lets you turn your original PS5 (Fat model) into a full Linux PC — capable of running Steam games via Proton.

What works:

▪️ Steam games (through Proton)

Requirements:
▪️ PS5 Fat model
▪️ Firmware 3.00 – 4.51 (older versions only)
▪️ USB/SSD (64GB+), keyboard, mouse

Sony has since patched the vulnerability. But if you kept your console offline, this is golden.

(via: tomwarren)




Call of Duty BlackOps 7 adds three new multiplayer modes:

🏍️ Hot Pursuit – Police vs Thieves vehicle chase mode on Avalon

📦 Prop Hunt Royale – 24v24 hide & seek on Rebirth Island

🎯 Freerun – Race through a 10-zone obstacle course testing movement skills

Plus updates to Warzone.

📅 Live April 30.



NEW DYNAMIC BACKGROUND FOR XBOX!

A Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred dynamic background is now available for Xbox Series X|S.

Head to Settings > General > Personalization > My Background > Dynamic Backgrounds.




XBOX EMPLOYEES FINALLY GET
XBOX.COM EMAILS

For the first time in years, Microsoft is rolling out

@xbox.com email addresses to all Xbox employees — a shift from the standard
@microsoft.com domain


Why it matters:
▪️ Part of the internal “We Are Xbox” initiative under new CEO Asha Sharma
▪️ Follows the recent decision to drop the “Microsoft Gaming” name and rebrand back to just Xbox
▪️ A small but symbolic move to reinforce Xbox as its own identity





BATTLEFIELD 6: GOLMUD RAILWAY RETURNS IN SEASON 3

The fan-favorite BF4 map is back — and it’s bigger than ever. Here’s what’s new:

🗺️ Massive scale
Largest airspace in BF6 for jets & helis. Supports infantry, tanks, and air combat across several square kilometers.


🚆 The Train reworked
▪️ Double engines, moves toward enemy HQ
▪️ Easier to contest, more parkour opportunities

🎯 Gameplay improvements
▪️ More cover in open areas — less “no man’s land”
▪️ Better infantry vs. vehicle balance
▪️ Each objective more isolated


🏙️ Key zones reworked
▪️ Village rebuilt (destructible but infantry-viable)
▪️ Construction Site = power position
▪️ Warehouse = CQB & rooftop fights

✈️ Pilot focus
Dogfight through valleys & mountains — largest airspace ever.

Season 3 starts May 1



PLAYSTATION PLUS MAY LINEUP IS HERE!

EA Sports FC 26
⚔️ Wuchang: Fallen Feathers
🟢 Nine Sols


Available May 5 – June 1 for Essential, Extra, and Premium tiers.

Full details➡️ http://play.st/42H4wck

(img credit: Sony Playstation)



NBA THE RUN OFFICIAL GAMEPLAY TRAILER IS LIVE!

A new story-driven basketball RPG from the creators of NBA Street.

💡 3v3 street basketball with a full single-player campaign. No microtransactions. One purchase = complete experience.

📅 Coming June 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam



PLAYSTATION RESPONDS TO DRM BACKLASH

“Our policy hasn’t changed. A one-time online check is required to confirm the game’s license, after which no further check-ins are needed.”

No forced monthly check-ins. ✅



Officially: AC Black Flag Resynced PC Requirements Raided!

Time to check your PC’s seaworthiness for July 9, 2026, here’s the official spec sheet :

🔰 Minimum (1080p/30 Low)

CPU: i7-8700K / Ryzen 5 3600

GPU: GTX 1660 (6GB) / RX 5500 XT (8GB)

RAM: 16GB | Storage: 65GB SSD

⚡ Recommended (1080p/60 Med)

CPU: i5-10600K / Ryzen 5 3600

GPU: RTX 3060 (12GB) / RX 6600 XT (8GB)

💎 4K Extreme (Ultra RT)

CPU: i7-12700K / R7 5700X3D

GPU: RTX 4090 / RX 7900 XTX (24GB)

Note: SSD is mandatory. Denuvo DRM is included




RIVEN TIDES LAUNCHES APRIL 28

A new map, new threats, and fresh rewards await on the abandoned shores of the Rust Belt.

What’s new:

🗺️ New Map: Riven Tides – explore a deserted beachfront

👾 New Enemy: ARC Turbine

🌊 New Map Condition: Beachcombing

🎒 New Items: Crash Mat & Powered Descender

⚡ New Event: Last Resort

🦜 New Raider Project: Avian Alarm

✨ New Cosmetics

The mysteries of a long-lost paradise are yours to uncover



BATTLEFIELD MOVIE CONFIRMED!

Director: Christopher McQuarrie (Mission: Impossible)

Star: Michael B. Jordan

Theatrical release prioritized

(via: charlieINTEL/X)



Xbox CEO Confirms: ‘Memory costs will impact pricing, will impact availability.’

“Memory costs will impact pricing & availability. So we’re not ready to share a launch timeline right now.”

No release window yet. Dev kits ship 2027.

(via @stephentotilo/X)




PS5 NEW DRM POLICY CONFIRMED: MONTHLY CHECK-IN REQUIRED

PS Support has officially confirmed this is intentional, not a bug .

Key details:
▪️ Applies to: Digital games purchased after March 2026 system update
▪️Internet connection at least once every 30 days to validate license
▪️ If offline longer: Games won’t launch until you reconnect

What does NOT change:
▪️ Games already in your library before March 2026 — unaffected ✅
▪️ Setting console as “primary” — does NOT bypass this requirement

No official public statement from Sony yet, but this is now confirmed policy.