Gaming

Infinix has unveiled the GT 30 Pro, a smartphone tailored for casual and mid-core gamers, set to debut in India on June 12, 2025. Featuring a 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 4,500 nits, the device combines impressive visual performance with programmable rear LED lights that respond dynamically to notifications and gameplay. Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultimate chipset, it offers up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. The GT 30 Pro is priced competitively between Rs. 24,999 and Rs.

As Nintendo prepares to launch the much-anticipated Switch 2, expectations are high, fueled by the success of its predecessor, which sold over 152 million units globally. However, the new console’s higher price tag and economic uncertainties present significant challenges. With a projected 15 million units to be sold in its first year, Nintendo faces the dual task of sustaining momentum while convincing a broad consumer base to embrace the upgraded device.

Rooter, a leading content-to-commerce platform in India's gaming sector, has reported a remarkable 120% year-on-year revenue growth, reaching USD 10 million (approximately Rs. 82 crore) in FY25. This surge is largely credited to the success of Rooter Shop—its gaming commerce vertical—which now contributes 70% of total revenue. With over 85 million registered users and a current annual revenue run rate of USD 24 million, the company has also slashed its losses by 63% during the year.

On May 29, 2025, Call of Duty®: Black Ops 6 unveils its much-anticipated Season 04, introducing a dramatic narrative twist and expansive gameplay content. The season features an unlikely partnership between Adler and the enigmatic Stitch, setting the stage for a high-stakes jailbreak and covert operations in Iceland and a revamped Downtown Verdansk. With over 100 new pieces of content, including five multiplayer maps, refreshed modes, and a new Battle Pass, the update promises to revitalize player engagement.

Pokémon GO’s Machop Community Day Classic event, scheduled for May 24, 2025, offers trainers an intensive three-hour window filled with opportunities to capture and evolve Machop, a popular Fighting-type Pokémon. Participants can engage in a variety of Research tasks—both Field and Special—with lucrative rewards, including the chance to encounter Shiny Machop variants and access exclusive bonuses.

At Computex 2025, ASUS showcased its commitment to performance-driven innovation with the global debut of its latest lineup of gaming laptops, headlined by the ROG Zephyrus G14 and G16. With the integration of next-generation AMD and Intel chipsets, NVIDIA’s most powerful graphics cards, and AI capabilities, ASUS is doubling down on premium mobility and immersive gaming.

Garena Free Fire Max, the enhanced version of the globally recognized battle royale game, continues to drive user engagement and monetization through its strategic release of daily redeem codes. These time-sensitive rewards — offering diamonds, legendary outfits, and powerful weapon skins — serve as both a retention tool and a microtransaction alternative, reflecting Garena’s broader strategy to consolidate its player base while navigating the complexities of India's competitive mobile gaming market.

Pokémon GO has officially announced that Machop will headline the upcoming Community Day Classic, scheduled for Saturday, May 24, 2025. This event continues Niantic’s thematic emphasis on Fighting-type Pokémon as part of the Might and Mastery season. From 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM local time, players worldwide will have increased chances to encounter, capture, and evolve Machop—alongside an exclusive opportunity to obtain a Machamp equipped with the powerful Dark-type move Payback.

After nearly a decade of dormancy, the iconic Mafia franchise returns with Mafia: The Old Country, a gritty prequel set in early 20th-century Sicily. Officially announced by 2K during its Gamescom 2024 showcase, the new installment is slated for release on August 8, 2025. Developed by Hangar 13 and powered by Unreal Engine 5, this iteration traces the origin story of protagonist Enzo Favara as he navigates the brutal underworld of the Cosa Nostra.

Realme is set to elevate its gaming smartphone credentials with the upcoming launch of the GT 7 series in India, scheduled for May 27. After its initial debut in China, the series has generated significant buzz due to its focus on performance, particularly its gaming capabilities. The GT 7 and GT 7T variants, both co-tested with Krafton, the makers of Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), promise an immersive gaming experience with up to six hours of sustained 120 fps gameplay.