Earlier this week, a US judge ruled against the FTC's request for a preliminary injunction to stop Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard. In the ruling, the judge stated that the FTC simply did not provide enough evidence to prove a theory of harm. Now, Microsoft is preparing to close the …
Read More »GeForce Now adds Dragon’s Dogma and Jagged Alliance 3
This week is a quieter update for GeForce Now. While last week saw four games joining the cloud library, this week we're getting two new titles, one of which is a brand new release, with the other being a Capcom classic. Today's GeForce Now update brings THQ Nordic's Jagged Alliance …
Read More »New RTX 4090 Founders Edition spotted with updated power connector
In a recent development, it has come to light that Nvidia has reportedly updated the power connector on their RTX 4070 and RTX 4070 Ti FE graphics cards. However, recent findings suggest these are not the only cards getting the revised connector, as shown by someone who recently got an RTX 4090 FE graphics card.
Read More »After 30 years, Linux surpasses 3% market share
The Windows operating system continues to dominate the PC market, with most commercial applications designed to run on Windows. While there are alternatives available, the widespread usage and compatibility of Windows make it the logical choice for most users. Still, Linux enthusiasts have long hoped for the “year of Linux” …
Read More »Humble announces ‘Cyberpunk Playground’ Bundle
Humble Bundles are a great way for video game fans to get their hands on a number of high-quality titles for a relatively low price. Available for the next 3 weeks is the Cyberpunk Playground bundle, offering 8 titles for less than £12. The bundle, which is available from now …
Read More »PS5 console launch exclusive Bugsnax comes to iOS
Ahead of the console’s launch back in 2020, many PlayStation 5 fans were surprised and endeared to see the announcement of Bugsnax – a colourful adventure game set on Snaktooth Island, home to half-bug half-snack creatures. Following its eventual release on all other console platforms, Bugsnax has now found its …
Read More »PS Plus Extra line-up for July announced
Each month, those subscribed to Sony’s PlayStation Plus Extra/Premium service are privy to an evolving library of titles. Available from next week, subscribers will be able to get their hands on over a dozen games including Game of the Year winner It Takes Two. Making the announcement on the PlayStation …
Read More »Over a dozen Horizon projects have been planned
One of the biggest new PlayStation IPs to have been created during the previous generation was that of Horizon Zero Dawn. With the first game having sold over 20 million copies and its 2022 sequel proving to continue the series’ success, it was safe to assume that another mainline entry …
Read More »HBO’s The Last of Us receives 24 Emmy nominations
The premiere of HBO’s The Last of Us adaptation earlier this year was met with an equal amount of critical and commercial success, managing to break all manner of records. The show seems to have resonated with viewers across the board as HBO’s The Last of Us has received a …
Read More »Final Fantasy 16 devs are exploring ideas for DLC
Final Fantasy 16 officially launched for PS5 last month, getting off to a quick start with over 3.5 million PS5 copies sold. Now, Square Enix begins work on the PC version of the game, but alongside that, the developers are also exploring ideas for DLC. In an interview with the …
Read More »Intel will reportedly increase the CPU core count for 14th Gen Core HX processors
Recent reports have shed some light on the upcoming Intel 14th Gen Core-HX CPUs. It is now claimed that these new processors will have more cores and cache compared to their predecessors. According to Golden Pig Upgrade Pack, the upcoming 14th Gen Core-HX CPUs are expected to feature more cores …
Read More »Blizzard head squashes Diablo 4 Game Pass rumours
With the tides turning and Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard looking more likely, a lot of people are eager to learn when they might expect the publisher's games to hit Game Pass. We already know that Call of Duty is unlikely to arrive until 2025, as Activision and Sony still …
Read More »Intel Meteor Lake iGPU will reportedly offer more compute power than the Radeon 780M
Intel Meteor Lake is still a few months away from coming to the market, but as the alleged release period (Q4 2023) approaches, reports about the upcoming CPUs have been increasing. Most recently, details on the Meteor Lake iGPU and CPU clock speeds have been revealed via a qualification sample. …
Read More »Assassin’s Creed Red on track for 2024
For years, Assassin's Creed fans have been asking for a game set in Japan. Ubisoft is set to deliver exactly that with its upcoming project, codenamed Assassin's Creed Red. According to a developer working on the project, Assassin's Creed Red is planned to arrive in 2024. While Ubisoft hasn't officially …
Read More »AMD has outlined its own PC requirements for Starfield targeting 1080p, 1440p and 4K
AMD has been putting Starfield in headlines in recent weeks, after being announced as the game's ‘official PC partner' and unveiling a new game bundle, giving free copies of Bethesda's new RPG to those buying Ryzen processors and Radeon graphics cards. Now, AMD's recommended PC system requirements for the game …
Read More »AMD considered vapour chamber IHS design for Ryzen 7000 CPUs
On a recent visit to AMD's labs, Gamers Nexus learned some interesting new information. While designing the Ryzen 7000 series processors, AMD had considered and tested a new IHS design that incorporated a concealed vapour chamber. As we already know, that idea was ultimately scrapped for the unique IHS design …
Read More »Microsoft and Activision Blizzard could merge as early as next week
This week, a US court officially made its decision on Microsoft's proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard, denying the FTC's request to block the merger. This leaves the UK's CMA as the final hurdle against the deal closing and within an hour of the US court decision going public, Microsoft and the CMA announced a plan to pause their appeal battle to renegotiate. At the rate things are going, Microsoft could officially own Activision Blizzard as soon as next week.
Read More »Limited Run Games Showcase announced for later today
Limited Run Games is a publisher dedicated to releasing physical versions of indie games as well as re-releases of old classics. Later today the publisher will go live with its annual Limited Run Games Showcase, featuring over 20 announcements. Taking to their blog, the team at Limited Run Games said …
Read More »Intel is reportedly halting NUC mini PC range
Intel has released some impressive mini PCs over the years as part of the NUC line of products. Unfortunately, NUC's future is now in doubt, with reports claiming that Intel recently decided internally to halt further investment. According to Serve The Home, Intel sent an email to partners confirming that …
Read More »Halo Infinite gets new 8v8 Squad mode
While the game may not have been the rebirth that some had hoped, Halo Infinite has continued to slowly but surely improve over the years thanks to the continued efforts of 343 Industries. The latest update to Halo Infinite introduces new maps, modes and an 8v8 Squad Battle playlist. Making …
Read More »AOC debuts new QHD Mini-LED gaming monitor
AOC has unveiled its latest monitor in China recently. The new Q27G3XMN offers a 27-inch Mini LED panel for gaming, with refresh rates up to 180Hz at QHD resolution and HDR. With a 10-bit (8-bit + FRC) colour depth, the AOC Q27G3XMN covers 99% of the sRGB colour space and 96% …
Read More »Naughty Dog Co-President retires after 25 years
As a studio, Naughty Dog is home to many developers who have stayed loyal to the company for years – or decades even – witnessing and contributing to its momentous growth over the generations. One such developer is Naughty Dog Co-President Evan Wells, who after 25 years at the studio, …
Read More »Early benchmark shows 18% performance improvement for Intel Core i7-14700K
The Intel 14th Gen Core chips are expected to release later this year, but Intel has yet to share details about the upcoming processors. However, leaks are beginning to appear, with one leaker sharing new screenshots this week, claiming benchmark results for the Core i7-14700K. Hardware leaker @wnxod (via VideoCardz) …
Read More »Exoprimal to get Monster Hunter crossover
Back during Summer Game Fest, Capcom announced that the upcoming co-op dinosaur shooter Exoprimal would be getting a number of crossovers with other Capcom franchises starting with Street Fighter 6. Now, the publisher has unveiled the game’s second crossover: a collab with Monster Hunter. Ahead of the game’s release on …
Read More »Microsoft and CMA pause appeal battle to negotiate on Activision Blizzard deal
Earlier this afternoon, a US judge blocked the FTC's request for an injunction to stop Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard. With this loss, the only regulator standing to stop the deal from closing immediately is the UK's CMA. Within an hour of the US court decision coming down, Microsoft has …
Read More »US Judge rejects FTC’s injunction request against Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard deal
The FTC's case against Microsoft's Activision Blizzard acquisition finally entered federal court in recent weeks. While the UK's CMA wanted to block the deal on cloud gaming concerns, the FTC's case primarily focused on the deal's impact on Sony and the PlayStation business. Now, the judge has rejected the FTC's …
Read More »Respawn appears to be working on a third Star Wars Jedi game
While Star Wars Jedi: Survivor didn't end on a big cliffhanger, there is plenty of room for a sequel. It would seem that Respawn is already working on that, with job listings hinting at a third Star Wars Jedi game. As shared on Reddit and Insider Gaming, Respawn has an …
Read More »AMD officially announces Starfield Game Bundle
As leaked earlier this week, today AMD is officially announcing its Ryzen and Radeon Starfield bundle. Those purchasing a Ryzen 7000 series processor, or a Radeon RX 7000 or RX 6000 series graphics card will get to claim a free copy of Bethesda's new RPG, with some products including the …
Read More »Phanteks launches massive Enthoo Pro 2 Server Edition case
Back at Computex, we got an early look at the Phanteks Enthoo Pro 2 Server Edition, a huge, industrial-looking chassis for multi-GPU workstations and servers with need for plenty of storage drives. Today, Phanteks is officially launching this massive new case. The Phanteks Enthoo Pro 2 Server Edition is designed …
Read More »Twisted Metal Show gets first official trailer
All the way back in Spring of 2019 it was announced that a live-action show based on the PlayStation franchise Twisted Metal was in production. Following the release of a brief clip last month, we have now gotten our first proper look at Peacock’s Twisted Metal. Available to stream from …
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