With old-school Sims fans unhappy with the recent Project Rene leaks, I feel a bit guilty that I’m so excited about the game and its approach.

Valve, the maker of the popular Steam Deck handheld PC gaming console, is launching new video-game hardware, Steam Machine, in 2026.

Similar mechanics don’t mean a game is a ripoff. Many games borrow ideas but still bring their own unique spin to the table.