The RTX 40 GPUs have been in high demand, but the supply has not kept up with the market. One particular model that has been hit the hardest is the RTX 4060 Ti, with availability decreasing significantly in the first two weeks of April for both the 8GB and 16GB …
Read More »Escape From Tarkov players are claiming new “The Unheard Edition” is pay-to-win
Battlestate Games recently released the Unheard Edition of Escape From Tarkov, which is part of the newest patch. The edition brings a new PvE mode and other benefits. However, the hefty $250 price tag has left many fans dissatisfied.
Read More »Manor Lords has already sold over 1 million copies
Manor Lords, Steam's most wishlisted game in 2024, is already a success. The strategy game sold over one million copies in its launch weekend alone, and during the same period, it reached a peak concurrent player count of over 173,000. Manor Lords, released on April 26th, was at the top …
Read More »Epomaker’s latest keyboards include a built-in screen
The Epomaker TH80 Pro V2 VIA is a new 75% compact mechanical gaming keyboard with impressive features, making it an excellent choice for gamers and typists. With its retro-themed design and customisable screen, the TH80 Pro V2 VIA aims to set itself apart from the competition. Equipped with 79 keys, …
Read More »LG is launching two new 4K monitors with IPS Black technology and calibration sensor
While IPS offers excellent colour range, it does not come close to matching the true black levels of an OLED display. However, LG has been working to improve this with its IPS Black technology. Now, LG is launching two new 4K displays with IPS Black implemented, bringing deeper blacks to …
Read More »First AMD Ryzen 9050 series APU benchmark spotted
We've seen plenty of pre-release CPU benchmarks over the years thanks to public benchmark databases. Most recently, the first Ryzen 9050 APU appeared in one such database, giving us a promising look at its potential. The Geekbench entry spotted by Benchleaks is from an AMD APU with the OPN (product) …
Read More »Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Remnant II and Horizon Forbidden West get Intel XeSS
The list of games supporting Intel XeSS keeps growing, with Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Remnant II, and Horizon Forbidden West being the latest titles to support Intel's upscaling technology. Previously, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora only supported Nvidia DLSS 2 and AMD FSR 3. However, with Intel XeSS, it's positioning itself …
Read More »AMD to launch new EPYC processors for AM5
AMD is reportedly set to expand its EPYC CPU line-up with a new variation, the EPYC 4004. This new family of data-centre processors is expected to join an expanded selection of EPYC Zen 4 CPUs spanning five segments, with up to 128 cores. A report from Hoang Anh Phu (via …
Read More »JEDEC update shows faster DDR5 memory on the horizon
The JEDEC association has announced the release of the JESD79-5C DDR5 SDRAM standard, which increases the reference speed for DDR5 memory. This latest update is designed to enhance reliability, security, and performance across various applications, including servers and emerging technologies such as AI and machine learning. JESD79-5C DDR5 SDRAM adds …
Read More »Sharkoon reveals budget-friendly Skiller SGH10 gaming headset
Sharkoon has launched its latest gaming headset, the affordable Skiller SGH10. This headset is an updated version of the SKILLER SGH1, with a new modernised design. The Skiller SGH10 is designed to give users an immersive gaming experience with powerful audio through its tuned 40mm drivers. The detachable, flexible microphone …
Read More »Gray Zone Warfare and Remnant II are getting DLSS 3 support
The adoption rate of Nvidia's DLSS 3 technology continues to improve each week. This time around, Grey Zone Warfare and Remnant 2 are the latest titles to implement DLSS 3, and several other games are also adding DLSS 2. Madfinger Games' upcoming Gray Zone Warfare is one of Steam's top …
Read More »AMD Radeon RX 8000 GPUs to feature 18Gbps GDDR6 memory
A fresh report on the upcoming RDNA 4-based Radeon RX 8000 series has just been shared. As per a known leaker, the upcoming new-gen AMD graphics cards will use GDDR6 memory running at 18Gbps. Recent reports suggest that the first RDNA 4 graphics cards will target the mid-range market, with …
Read More »Intel drivers for Linux reveal new Battlemage GPU details
Intel has recently released an update to its Battlemage GPU drivers for Linux. As usual, this update was accompanied by patch notes, confirming an interesting bit of information regarding the upcoming graphics cards. Battlemage GPUs will not support DisplayPort (2.1) UHBR20 mode. As first reported by Phoronix, the latest Intel …
Read More »DeepCool makes mini-ITX accessible with new CH160 case
DeepCool has recently unveiled its latest PC case, the CH160. This small case is perfect for those who value portability. It has all you need to house a high-end system, but to do so, you'll have to plan your build carefully. For moving it around, the case comes with a …
Read More »7 Days to Die is finally leaving early access after 12 years
When a game enters early access, it might take a long time to reach version 1.0. Most games take less than two years to achieve that, but there are a few that extend way beyond that. 7 Days to Die is one such game, as it's finally leaving early access …
Read More »Valve finally updates Team Fortress 2 to 64-bit
While Valve has given Team Fortress 2 less attention than its other team-based shooter, Counter-Strike 2, it has not been abandoned. The game has received small updates at irregular intervals. The most recent update, however, is more significant than usual since it finally moves Valve's 17-year-old shooter into the 64-bit …
Read More »AMD Strix Halo iGPU to outperform RTX 4060 mobile
The AMD Strix Halo is a rumoured upcoming line-up of laptop processors with beefy integrated graphics. According to the latest reports, these processors may offer pretty impressive performance, outperforming current-gen processors and trading blows with GPUs like the RTX 4060 and RTX 4070 for laptops. Based on previous rumours, the …
Read More »Intel’s latest Arc graphics driver improves performance in select DX11 games by up to 48%
Intel has been working on improving its Arc graphics drivers since the launch of its A-series desktop GPUs. We've seen some very impressive performance gains for DX9 and DX11 titles over the past year. With the latest driver release, Intel continues that trend, with performance gains of up to 48 …
Read More »Fallout 76 hits new player milestone
The peak concurrent player count on Steam for Fallout games just keeps increasing. Thanks to the success of Amazon's new Fallout TV series and ongoing sales across all Fallout games, some Fallout games are hitting new all-time peak concurrent player counts. Based on the data gathered by SteamDB, Fallout 4 …
Read More »Turtle Beach launches suite of new gaming headsets, mice and keyboards
As announced, Turtle Beach is retiring the Roccat brand. However, many of the company's peripherals will remain under the Turtle Beach name, including products like the Vulkan II Keyboard, and the popular Kone and Pure mice, which will be re-launched under the Turtle Beach name. Starting with the new peripherals, …
Read More »TeamGroup launches high-capacity PCIe 4 SSDs with up to 7,400MB/s speeds
TeamGroup has recently announced a new M.2 PCIe 4.0 SSD, the MP44Q. Available in capacities up to 4 TB, the upcoming SSD features 3D QLC NAND memory capable of providing sequential read speeds of 7,400 MB/s. Team Group MP44Q M.2 PCIe 4.0 SSD uses the newest 3D QLC NAND and …
Read More »EKWB brings direct-die cooling to AM5 platforms
EK has recently released a special edition direct die water block specifically designed for the AMD AM5 socket and delidded Ryzen 7000 CPUs, including the X3D versions. The custom-engineered cooling engine is designed for AM5 direct die cooling, and the cold plate contact surface has projecting areas that precisely fit …
Read More »Cougar’s new case brings unique ‘pillarless’ design to the market
Cougar's latest PC case aims to set itself apart from the crowd with a new ‘pillarless' design. The Cougar FV270 will be the first case to feature this, with the front left corner curving upwards, and a large tempered glass wrap-around side-panel to offer a panoramic view of your build. …
Read More »Nvidia reportedly wants partners to make more small form-factor GeForce graphics cards
Nvidia works with its various partners on different marketing and product initiatives regularly. According to a new report, Nvidia is ramping up a new one, referred to as the SFF Enthusiast program, which will provide incentives for partners to release smaller graphics cards for more powerful small form factor gaming …
Read More »Nvidia introduces low-profile RTX A400 and A1000 graphics cards
Nvidia's range of workstation graphics cards expands this week with two new low-profile graphics cards, the RTX A1000 and the RTX A400, designed to provide all the performance necessary for compute applications in a smaller package. The official renderings show the GPUs have a low-profile, single-slot architecture, and since their …
Read More »ASRock expands its Phantom Gaming monitor line-up
ASRock has recently launched two new gaming monitors, the Phantom Gaming PG27QFT2A and the Phantom Gaming PG27QFT1B. Both monitors feature a 27-inch IPS screen, QHD/1440p resolution, and a 180Hz refresh rate, making them ideal for gamers, but what sets them apart from each other? The ASRock Phantom Gaming PG27QFT2A and …
Read More »Corsair announces budget-friendly HS35 v2 surround sound headset
Corsair is getting ready to launch its latest entry-level gaming headsets, the HS35 v2 and HS35 Surround v2. These headphones are compatible with a wide variety of devices thanks to the universal 3.5mm connector. The HS35 v2 series provides a diverse range of audio options. The custom-tuned 50mm neodymium drivers …
Read More »Sharkoon’s Rebel C20 supports high-end cooling in a Mini-ITX form factor
We've previously reviewed the Sharkoon Rebel C50 mid-tower. Now, Sharkoon is launching the Rebel C20, its Mini-ITX case, designed to support enough cooling for high-end components while keeping dimensions compact. The Rebel C20 ITX comes in two versions: the standard model with no fans and the RGB model, which packs …
Read More »Gigabyte unveils limited edition Aorus Xtreme Prestige hardware
Gigabyte has announced the Aorus Xtreme Prestige Limited Edition series, which includes the Aorus Xtreme X Ice Motherboard and the Aorus RTX 4080 Super Xtreme Ice 16G graphics card. This limited-edition offering combines high-end performance with a unique style, appealing to the preferences of both gamers and collectors alike. The …
Read More »Blizzard announces beta plans for World of Warcraft: The War Within
As is the case with each major expansion, Blizzard will be holding a closed beta test for World of Warcraft: The War Within, an ambitious new expansion for the game that will kick off a new story arc. If you are looking to jump in early, Blizzard is now inviting …
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