Gaming

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered is now available

The Witcher 3 gets a major overhaul

Published

September 29, 2026

GadgetMatch

CD PROJEKT RED has released The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered, a free upgrade that brings a wide range of visual, performance, and gameplay improvements to the acclaimed RPG.

The remastered version is available as a free upgrade for existing owners on GOG, Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Players who own The Witcher 3 on the original Nintendo Switch can also upgrade for free to the native Nintendo Switch 2 version.

The upgrade also includes both expansions, Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine, even for players who originally owned only the base game.

PC and PS5 Pro

On PC, The Witcher 3 now supports Path Tracing alongside improved textures, foliage, lighting, rendering, and ray tracing. The remaster also adds dedicated PlayStation 5 Pro support, with PSSR enabling ray tracing at 60fps and a performance mode that can reach up to 90fps with VRR.

Gameplay also gets an overhaul. CD PROJEKT RED has rebalanced the skill system, revamped combat animations, added new finishers, and introduced an adaptive camera. Geralt and Roach also receive updated animations, including more fluid traversal, vaulting, and ladder climbing.

The remaster adds cross-platform mod support through mod.io on consoles. Players can access custom content ranging from new quests and equipment to balance changes.

Switch 2

Nintendo Switch 2 gets additional features through its native version. These include motion controls, gyro aiming, mouse controls, and touchscreen support. Players can use motion controls for actions such as aiming the crossbow, throwing bombs, casting Signs, and controlling Roach. The touchscreen can also be used to navigate menus and play Gwent.

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered is also available to purchase on Battle.net and the Microsoft Store, where it supports Xbox Play Anywhere.

The remaster replaces the Complete Edition on supported platforms and includes Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine as standard. It was developed in close collaboration with Yigsoft.

Gaming

DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS: The Withered World launches December 3

Monster-filled adventure awaits

Published

November 15, 2026

GadgetMatch

Bandai Namco Entertainment Asia and Square Enix announced that DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS: The Withered World launches December 3, 2026.

The game arrives on Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and PC via Steam. The Steam version launches December 4.

Physical editions will also be available in Southeast Asia for Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5. Pre-orders are now open.

The latest entry in the DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS series features more than 500 new and returning monsters. It also introduces evolved graphics and a story starring dual protagonists Bianca and Nera.

Players will join the two monster wranglers on a journey to bring the world of Witherwood back to life. Newcomers can also jump straight into the adventure without playing previous entries.

Free demo available now

Players can try the first chapter through a free demo. It introduces the game’s characters, battle systems, monster synthesis, and exploration mechanics.

Up to eight recruited monsters can transfer to the full game. However, transferred monsters will start at level 1 with their default talents.

Game editions and bonuses

DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS: The Withered World comes in digital and physical editions. The Digital Deluxe Edition includes the base game and additional content.

Its DLC four-item set features:

The Mega Mole Hole: Special dungeons featuring previously befriended monsters. Players can select monster ranks and families to improve their chances of finding specific creatures.
Monster Marathons: An expedition minigame where players guide their monsters through obstacles. Longer runs reward experience points, gold, and crafting materials.
Metallic Ring: Turns enemies in the current area into metal monsters or hunter mechs. These encounters offer opportunities to earn more experience points.
Scout Run VIP Card: Improves the Scout Run feature with more scouty snacks, additional monster encounters, and shorter cooldowns.

The Digital Deluxe Edition also includes the following purchase bonuses:

Necklace of Animation
10 Beastie Bites
10 Seeds of Skills
48 hours of early access

Players who purchase the digital edition also receive the Hearty Met Set. This collection contains meat items used to scout monsters. Meanwhile, the early purchase bonus includes the Adventure Starter Set. It provides useful items for the early stages of the adventure.

Collector’s Edition includes exclusive merchandise

Physical buyers can also get the Collector’s Edition for Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, or PlayStation 5.

It includes the base game and a collection of merchandise:

Figurine Set featuring Bianca, Nera, and Deborah
Flocked Figurine Set featuring Fluffy, Scruffy, and Fizzy
Round and Squishy Slime with Meat pouch
Monster Pattern Cleaning Cloth

The Collector’s Edition is available while supplies last.

Build your ultimate monster team

In DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS: The Withered World, players befriend monsters from across the DRAGON QUESTuniverse. They can raise their creatures, combine them through synthesis, and build teams suited to their preferred playstyles.

Each monster has unique traits and attributes. They can also learn different talents, giving players more ways to customize their teams.

Monsters also accompany players during exploration, regardless of their type or size.

The game’s world features a distinctive visual style, with new discoveries waiting beyond every horizon.

Online multiplayer adds another layer of competition. Players can challenge monster wranglers worldwide through tournaments and friendly matches. Battles also offer opportunities to earn rewards.

DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS: The Withered World launches December 3, 2026, on Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox on PC. The Steam version follows on December 4.

Pre-orders are now available.

Gaming

2026’s The Game Awards will stream live on Disney+

Published

November 13, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

Annually, The Game Awards have become a sort of second Christmas for gamers. Besides a celebration of the past year in the world of videogames, the event hosts trailers for games of the upcoming year and beyond. Though it’s already free on several platforms, viewers can now tune in to Disney+ to watch this year’s Game Awards.

Hosted as always by Geoff Keighley, 2026’s The Game Awards will happen on December 10 at 7:30pm ET. Most of the event will award the best titles of various categories for the year. Several publishers and developers also use the event to announce their upcoming titles. It’s for these reasons that a lot of gamers catch the event every year.

This year, The Game Awards is streaming live on Disney+. This is in addition to its usual platforms including Twitch and YouTube. The Disney+ stream will be available in the United States and select territories internationally.

For now, gamers can also vote on their picks for various categories via the event’s website.

On the other hand, Disney+ has been pushing live events more adamantly. In the Philippines, for example, the platform is the home for live NBA coverage. Though it’s not as strong as Netflix’s gaming push with its assortment of free games, Disney+’s addition of the annual awards show is a worthy go for gamers.

Accessories

Secretlab brings Pikachu, Gengar, and Eevee to its Pokémon gaming chair collection

Pokémon-themed gaming chairs

Published

November 13, 2026

Rodneil Quiteles

Secretlab is bringing some iconic Pokémon to your gaming setup. The Secretlab Pokémon Collection introduces three new TITAN Evo gaming chairs inspired by Pikachu, Gengar, and Eevee.

Each chair features distinct design elements inspired by its respective Pokémon. The collection also incorporates microsuede and velour detailing for added texture and depth.

Fans can find several hidden details throughout the designs. These include each Pokémon’s Type symbol and Pokédex number on the backrests. The collection also pays tribute to the original 151 Pokémon.

Three Pokémon, three distinct designs

The Secretlab TITAN Evo Pokémon Pikachu Edition puts everyone’s favorite Electric-type Pokémon front and center.

Pikachu appears in plush velour detailing against bold Electric-type symbols. The chair features 11 unique Pikachu motifs across its side wings. A black-to-yellow gradient completes its overall design.

Fans can also spot the differences between male and female Pikachu.

Meanwhile, the Secretlab TITAN Evo Pokémon Gengar Edition embraces a darker aesthetic. Gengar takes center stage on the backrest alongside Ghost- and Poison-type symbols.

Gastly and Haunter also appear across the side wings. A spectral purple gradient ties the entire design together.

Finally, the Secretlab TITAN Evo Pokémon Eevee Edition celebrates Eevee and its eight evolutions.

Eevee appears on the backrest with plush velour detailing. The chair features warm cream-and-brown gradients and a Normal-type symbol. Its design also incorporates all eight Eeveelutions, from Vaporeon to Sylveon.

The TITAN Evo experience

Beyond their Pokémon-inspired designs, all three chairs retain the Secretlab TITAN Evo’s ergonomic features.

The chair uses medium-firm, patent-pending cold-cure foam. This material contours to the body while providing weight distribution and pressure relief.

Its sculpted pebble seat base features gently sloping side wings. These guide users toward the middle while leaving room to switch sitting positions.

The TITAN Evo also features 4-way L-ADAPT lumbar support. It moves up, down, in, and out to accommodate the natural curvature of the lower back.

Secretlab’s SoftWeave Plus fabric provides a soft, breathable knit surface. Its construction also allows detailed Pokémon motifs to appear throughout the material.