Next-Gen Watch
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Xbox Helix leak claims a 40% TFLOPS lead over PS6
A report from AMD leaker Kepler_L2 puts Xbox Helix at 56 TFLOPS against 40 for PS6. Both consoles are reportedly heading for late 2027, but rising memory costs could push prices sharply higher.
Dark Souls 3 Path Tracing Mod Aims for Remake-Level Visuals
A new look at Ganaboy's Dark Souls 3 path tracing project shows the Crucifixion Woods with NVIDIA DLSS 5. The mod is still in development, with no public release date and an expected target near the end of 2026.
Sony Project Canis leak suggests PS6 handheld rivals PS5 Pro performance
A major leak has outlined the technical ambitions of Sony's Project Canis handheld, with PSSR 3.0 upscaling and docked performance reportedly bringing it within reach of the PS5 Pro's power targets
Sony Confirms New PS5 Exclusives and Release Dates Through 2027
Sony has outlined its upcoming PS5-exclusive line-up, confirming release dates for Marvel's Wolverine, God of War Laufey and more, while clarifying its renewed focus on true console exclusivity for single-player titles
Xbox Physical Disc Support Uncertain After Microsoft Business Reset
Microsoft's approach to physical game discs on future Xbox hardware is now unclear, following reports that disc support was previously prioritised for backward compatibility but may be reconsidered after a recent business overhaul