Nvidia impressed us all with its Broadcast software a few years ago, enabling RTX GPU owners to use some of their GPU power to enhance your microphone and webcam for streams or just normal video calls. Now, key features from the Nvidia Broadcast software will be integrated with Corsair's iCUE …
Read More »Corsair expands XENEON monitor line-up with new 32-inch UHD and QHD displays
Corsair is revamping its gaming monitor line-up for 2022 with two new 32-inch displays – the XENEON 32UHD144 and the XENEON 32QHD240, offering ultra-high refresh rate 1440p gaming, or 4K at 144Hz. The names of both monitors are very self explanatory. The 32UHD144 offers a 32-inch 4K panel with a …
Read More »AIDA64 update brings support for next-gen AMD and Nvidia hardware
AIDA64 is used by enthusiasts and professionals alike to benchmark and monitor hardware. Usually a little while before major hardware launches, we'll see the software updated with support for upcoming CPUs and GPUs. With the latest AIDA64 Extreme update, we got exactly that, with support for Zen 4 CPUs being …
Read More »Bungie sues Destiny streamer for cheating, ban evading and threats against employees
A couple of weeks ago, we learned that Bungie is suing a Destiny YouTuber for violating ToS, sabotaging Bungie's business and harassing employees. Now, Bungie is suing another Destiny content creator, this time for repeated ban evasions and threats towards company staff. Bungie has filed a lawsuit (via TGP) against …
Read More »The FTC could make a final decision on Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard deal in August
Back in February, a few weeks after Microsoft announced plans to acquire Activision Blizzard, the FTC, along with other regulators across the globe, launched investigations to figure out whether or not the deal should be approved. Now, It looks like the FTC's investigation will soon come to an end. The …
Read More »As Dusk Falls and Watch Dogs 2 headline new Xbox Game Pass update
Xbox Game Pass got off to a good start this month with the return of the Yakuza series, as well as a number of promising indie titles. We've now crossed the halfway point of the month, and now, the next batch of titles for Game Pass have been revealed. Ubisoft …
Read More »PlayStation acquires Repeat.gg to expand esports offerings
Sony has been ramping up its esports efforts in recent years. Last year, the company acquired EVO, the world's biggest fighting game tournament event, and this year, the team is adding the tournament organising platform ‘repeat.gg' to its roster. This week, Sony Interactive Entertainment announced that it has acquired Repeat.gg, …
Read More »Obsidian’s ‘Grounded’ is getting an animated series
Grounded wasn't the game many Obsidian fans were looking for when it was first announced, but the survival game has come a long way in Early Access and has impressed many during that time. Grounded is finally set to fully launch in September, but the main game won't be the …
Read More »NZXT introduces its first gaming monitors – the Canvas Q27 and Q32
Today is a big day for NZXT, with the company unveiling its first ever pair of gaming monitors. The new NZXT Canvas series of gaming monitors will offer 1440p, high refresh rate gaming in a 27-inch or 32-inch form factor. The specs between both monitors are the same, so they …
Read More »UK wants game developers to restrict loot boxes, may face legislation
A couple of years ago, the UK government revealed plans to take a closer look at the games industry and loot box practices, which many have argued should fall under gambling regulations. The UK won't be doing anything at this time, but it has warned that game publishers should take …
Read More »CD Projekt’s value has reportedly dropped by 75% since Cyberpunk 2077 launch
Earlier this year, CD Projekt Red surprisingly announced that it has begun working on its fourth major Witcher RPG, moving away from the RED Engine to Epic's Unreal Engine 5. The game was announced very early, as it is just entering pre-production. It seems that the financial fallout from Cyberpunk …
Read More »Thermaltake revamps TOUGHRAM DDR5 memory line-up
Back in January, Thermaltake unveiled its first set of TOUGHRAM DDR5 memory. In the months since, the team has been working away on new and improved modules ahead of next-gen CPUs like Intel's Raptor Lake chips and AMD's Ryzen 7000 series. Today, Thermaltake is launching the new TOUGHRAM RC DDR5, …
Read More »Unity CEO apologises over controversial statement
Last week, former EA CEO and current Unity CEO, John Riccitiello, landed in hot water after calling developers “****ing idiots” for not designing their games around monetisation systems. After facing thorough backlash across the internet over this, the CEO has now apologised. The Unity CEO was trying to make the …
Read More »Final Fantasy 16 producer explains move away from turn-based combat
Turn-based combat used to be a staple of the Final Fantasy series, but with Final Fantasy XIV and the Final Fantasy VII Remake, Square Enix chose to move towards a flashier action combat system. Final Fantasy 16 will continue this tradition, in part to win over a younger audience. As …
Read More »EA abandons ‘BioWare Points’ and makes Mass Effect and Dragon Age DLCs free
Way back in the earlier days of Dragon Age and Mass Effect, EA sold a virtual currency known as ‘BioWare Points', which customers could then use to obtain DLCs for Dragon Age Origins, Dragon Age 2, Mass Effect 2 and Mass Effect 3. Now, EA is retiring the outdated virtual …
Read More »Win an Inno3D RTX 3080 Ti iChill X4 graphics card this weekend (closed)
Are you in need of a graphics card upgrade? This weekend, we are giving away an RTX 3080 Ti graphics card - there are just 24 hours left to enter so don’t miss out!
Read More »Warframe studio announces new Action MMO – Soulframe
It looks like Warframe will soon be a multi-game franchise. This weekend, Digital Extremes announced a new spin-off action RPG – Soulframe. Soulframe will be Digital Extreme’s first new game in five years. The Action MMORPG will also be free to play, just like Warframe, although exact monetisation methods could …
Read More »Bungie is now officially a PlayStation studio
Sony and Bungie surprised us all earlier this year with a merger announcement. Sony looked to acquire Bungie and its flagship IP, Destiny, in a $3.6 billion deal. Now just a few months later, the deal has officially closed. As of Friday evening, Bungie is now officially part of the …
Read More »Skate will be free to play with microtransactions
July has been an unexpectedly big month for EA’s Skate game. The first public alpha test took place last week, and now EA has revealed further details, including the fact that the game will be free to play. Officially titled ‘skate.’, the new game in the series will be free …
Read More »Blizzard goes live with first World of Warcraft: Dragonflight alpha test
Earlier this year, Blizzard officially announced World of Warcraft: Dragonflight, the next major expansion for the long-running MMO. While we initially weren’t sure if the expansion would launch this year, Blizzard has since confirmed plans for a 2022 release, and now, players can get their first taste of the new …
Read More »Intel reveals Arc A750 Limited Edition graphics card with first in-game benchmarks (updated)
Update – 04/08/22: Intel has since privatised the original video released a few weeks ago, replacing it with a new Arc A750 performance showcase with a few tweaks. You can find our story on the updated video, HERE. (Original story – 15/07/22): Intel is finally starting to show off its …
Read More »Lian Li officially launches the LANCOOL III chassis
Lian Li has been showing off the LANCOOL III in prototype form for a while, but now, the case is ready for its time in the spotlight. This month, Lian Li is launching the LANCOOL III, designed to provide more ventilation than previous models, as well as plenty of room …
Read More »Microsoft reportedly planning Windows 12 for 2024
Prior to Windows 10, Microsoft would release a new version of Windows roughly every three to four years. It seems that following on from Windows 11, Microsoft will be returning to this release cadence, meaning we'll be seeing Windows 12 in 2024. As reported by Windows Central, Microsoft is shaking …
Read More »Razer unveils Stream Deck competitor – the Razer Stream Controller
Razer has offered ‘streaming gear' for years in the form of webcams, chairs, microphones and various peripherals, but now, the company has its own all-in-one solution. The new Razer Stream Controller is launching later this year, looking to take the crown away from the Elgato Stream Deck. The Razer Stream …
Read More »Loopmancer and eight other titles join GeForce Now
While we had just a few games joining GeForce Now last week, this week's update is much more substantial. As of today, nine more games have joined the library, including Loopmancer, which finally came to Steam recently. Loopmancer first released earlier this year as an Xbox Game Pass title. The …
Read More »OCUK unveils Limited Edition Evangelion-themed gaming PC
Evangelion finally came to an end last year with the release of the fourth and final rebuild film, but the series is living on through plenty of collaborations. Recently, ASUS unveiled its own ROG x Evangelion hardware and now, Overclockers UK has put together a full Eva-themed pre-built gaming PC. …
Read More »MagniumGear unveils new Neo Qube 2 dual-chamber cases following big rebrand
Back in 2018, Phanteks branched out with a secondary case brand called Metallicgear, aimed at delivering value-oriented cases. This year, Metallicgear is rebranding to MagniumGear and with that effort comes a new line-up of Neo series cases. The new MagniumGear Neo Qube 2 and Neo Qube 2 IM (Infinity Mirror …
Read More »Nintendo acquires animation studio to form ‘Nintendo Pictures’
Nintendo has made its first major acquisition in quite some time, and interestingly enough, it seems to be focused on expanding Nintendo's reach beyond the games market. Nintendo has now acquired Dynamo Pictures with the goal of creating ‘Nintendo Pictures'. Nintendo has wanted to branch out its IP into film and …
Read More »Resident Evil 2 Remake surpasses 10M sales, Monster Hunter Sunbreak surpasses 3M
During its launch week, the excellent Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak expansion surpassed 2 million copies cold, with Monster Hunter Rise also surpassing 10 million copies sold. Now, Capcom has hit two back to back milestones, with Sunbreak surpassing 3 million sales and Resident Evil 2 Remake surpassing 10 million copies …
Read More »Twitter is suing Elon Musk for pulling plug on buyout
After seemingly joking about it earlier this year, Elon Musk made a bid to acquire Twitter in April 2022, offering $43 billion for control of the company. Shortly after, Musk put the deal ‘on hold' while awaiting accurate information on the number of spam bot accounts on the platform. Now, …
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