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During the hearing between the FTC and Microsoft last week, we learned new details about the events that preceded Microsoft's decision to acquire both Activision and Bethesda. Sony was in talks with Bethesda to make Starfield a PS5 exclusive, which prompted Microsoft's acquisition of Bethesda. A very similar situation almost occurred with Activision pulling Call of Duty. 

The Division: Heartland is set to launch its closed beta on June 27th, allowing players to experience an early version of the game. Registration for the closed beta is open to everyone, but this particular test will only be available to PC players in the US, Canada, and Mexico...

In a relatively short number of years the video games medium has transformed from a niche hobby to a multi-billion Dollar industry whose influence is being felt across all other mediums. In a new report, it has now been revealed that the video games industry is bigger than both films and music combined.

Intel has announced that it will no longer be shipping the Arc A770 Limited Edition graphics card. This decision solely impacts the Intel-branded "Limited Edition" GPUs and specifically the A770 SKU, so custom A770 graphics cards from partners will continue to be available, as will the Arc A750 Limited Edition, for the time being at least. 

DLSS is now supported in over 300 games and apps - Nvidia is looking to boost that number further with the release of the DLSS plugin for Unreal Engine 5.2.

Steam Next Fest has returned today, offering up hundreds of playable demos for new and upcoming PC games, with a focus on interesting indie titles over big blockbuster releases.

At Computex a few weeks ago we saw a number of motherboard makers showcasing new 'stealth' designs, with the power connectors moved to hide cables. Graphics card makers may begin trying something similar soon. This week, Inno3D unveiled its new stealth GPU design, moving the power connector to the back of the PCB.

Last week following Starfield Direct, Bethesda opened up pre-orders for the game and announced its various editions. One of the more expensive editions revealed something interesting - a Starfield story expansion is already planned. 

In the wake of the Xbox Games Showcase, Xbox Game Studios chief Matt Booty took part in an interview where all manner of topics were discussed – from Redfall to Halo to Activision Blizzard and more. One of the more interesting tidbits from the interview saw Booty confirm that Microsoft are no longer developing any games for the last-gen Xbox One...

Back in June of 2020 Star Citizen made headlines when it was revealed that the game had surpassed $300 million in funding, making the multiplayer space trading and combat simulator the most expensive game of all time. Star Citizen has since continued to outdo itself however, with the ever-growing title now surpassing the total budget of GTA V, Red Dead Redemption 2 and Cyberpunk 2077 combined.

With Starfield going up for pre-order on Steam, the game's PC system requirements have also been revealed. In a first for Bethesda, you will need an SSD.

We have seen plenty of console titles offering a wide range of graphics and performance options, allowing games to run at 40fps, 60fps, 120fps and even arbitrary framerates thanks to VRR. Unfortunately, the upcoming Xbox exclusive Starfield will offer just one mode: 30fps...

With Final Fantasy XVI so close to release, no one expected Square Enix to show off Final Fantasy VII Rebirth anytime soon. It therefore came as a massive surprise when not only was the game shown off at Summer Game Fest, but it received a release window too.

Early pre-order listings hint at imminent Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty reveal - Summer Game Fest goes live in just a few hours.

AMD's Game On sale is back this year, slashing prices across a range of CPUs and graphics cards. If you've been shopping around for your next upgrade, we've picked out a few of the best deals you might be interested in. 

We spent all of last week in Taipei exploring the halls of Computex and bringing news and close-up showcases of new hardware. In our final Computex video of the year, we go back over all the best bits from the event!

Apple has made some big announcements at WWDC. One of the most important should be the addition of the M2 Ultra, which is set to power the updated Mac Studio and brand-new Mac Pro systems. With this release, Apple completes its transition away from Intel's CPUs, solidifying its commitment to in-house silicon.

AnimeCon is coming up and CyberPower will be there armed with the Cyber Bus, decked out with custom gaming PCs. To celebrate the occasion, there are free tickets up for grabs, but you'll need to be quick to be in for a chance to win. 

With one week until the Xbox and Bethesda showcase, the rumour mill has started to turn. We have had some teases from Microsoft in the past, but the console manufacturer has now answered many of the fans’ most pertinent questions – promising a bigger and better show compared to 2022.

While wandering the halls of Computex this year, we couldn't pass up the opportunity to make a video with Gamers Nexus. In this video, Leo and Steve chat about all the recent rumblings with Asus. 

We look forward to catching up with be quiet! at each event. Following on from the company's reveals at CES earlier this year, be quiet! has now prepared new cases, power supplies and accessories for launch in the second half of the year. Join Leo as he dives into all the latest from be quiet!

Phanteks had a fully booked suite at Computex this year, with fellow YouTubers like Gamers Nexus and Paul's Hardware roaming the room alongside us. This year, Phanteks is debuting new NV-series cases to follow up on the fantastic NV7, alongside new AIO coolers and even cable-free power supplies. 

While we are just a week removed from the RTX 4060 Ti launch, Nvidia still came to Computex armed with new announcements. For starters, DLSS continues to catch on with developers, surpassing 300 supported games and apps. However, the biggest announcement centres around new AI technology.  The first major announcement …

At Computex this year, Gigabyte has arrived armed with a little bit of everything, from a brand new stealth-design motherboard that hides away all of your power connectors, to new laptops - Leo even dives into a little bit of patent drama as the tour unfolds. 

Our team has landed in Taipei for Computex this week and we are kicking things off with our first visit at DeepCool! At Computex this year, DeepCool is announcing a slew of new coolers, including the new Assassin IV and a new low-profile cooler that Leo is particularly impressed by...

Computex 2023 kicks off today and our coverage begins with an overview of all things MSI. At this year's show, MSI is unveiling key products for every category, including new laptops, graphics cards, motherboards, gaming monitors and more.

Nintendo has become increasingly concerned about emulation recently, with devices like the Steam Deck providing convenient ways for players to access old and new Nintendo content. Previously, Nintendo issued DMCA strikes against videos showcasing Steam Deck emulation, as well as a tool that allows people to add custom artworks to their Steam library. Now, Nintendo is issuing a DMCA takedown against Valve itself with the hopes of getting the Dolphin emulator booted from Steam. 

Back in April, AMD announced its latest workstation flagships - the Navi 31-based W7900 and W7800 graphics cards. Now just over a month later, both cards are now officially available, with prices starting at $2,499.

Ahead of the PlayStation Showcase, we heard talks of a WIFI-focused handheld being in development at Sony. Known internally as Project Q, PlayStation has now officially announced the handheld – alongside the surprise reveal of gaming-focused wireless earbuds.

Since last year, Netflix has been discussing a plan to crack down on account password sharing between households. During earlier regional tests, the price of enabling an out-of-home profile on Netflix worked out to be $2.99 USD, but the final price will be much higher, Netflix has revealed this week.