Microsoft began publicly testing Halo Infinite multiplayer earlier this year with the first flight, which accidentally revealed a bunch of story spoilers buried within the game files. Now, we're starting to see leaks focusing more on the multiplayer side of the game, with the latest information pointing towards 23 maps …
Read More »New World open beta now live
Back in July, we had the chance to play a good chunk of Amazon’s upcoming MMO, New World, in closed beta. Now, with the game’s release date just on the horizon, Amazon is holding an open beta for the game. The closed beta was limited to pre-order customers, but the …
Read More »Blade & Soul Unreal Engine 4 and Dual Blade class update now live
Back in March, we learned that NCSoft would be upgrading the western version of its MMO, Blade & Soul, to use Unreal Engine 4. The engine swap brings some major graphical upgrades and new features to the game. As of today, the big update is now live, alongside a brand …
Read More »Stardew Valley has sold over 15 million copies
While many may assume that the best selling games are always the ones with the greatest amount of marketing push behind them, this isn't always the case. In fact, many of the biggest games in the world started their lives as indie titles. Such is the case with Stardew Valley, …
Read More »Alan Wake Remastered screenshots show off improvements over original game
Earlier this week, Remedy officially announced the Alan Wake Remaster, with plans to launch the game for current and next-gen consoles, as well as PC. The announcement didn't go into much detail on visual improvements, but some comparison screenshots have now made their way online, showcasing the difference between the …
Read More »iPhone 14 leaks ahead of iPhone 13 announcement
While Apple has always tried to prevent leaks and rumours from circulating surrounding its devices, the iPhone creator has never managed to plug all the holes. With the official announcement of the iPhone 13 just days away, leaks have already started propping up about 2022’s device, which will reportedly look …
Read More »AMD is giving away Resident Evil Village and Far Cry 6 with eligible gaming PCs and laptops
The AMD Raise the Game bundle is back, this time offering two free games for purchases of Ryzen and Radeon powered PCs and laptops. Not only can you redeem a free copy of Resident Evil Village, but AMD is also throwing in a free copy of Far Cry 6, which …
Read More »Naruto is coming to Fortnite
Despite no longer being the talk of the town, Fortnite continues to rake in billions, engage in high-profile collaborations and more. One of the more interesting crossovers set to happen soon will see the ninja Naruto come into the game. During the Apple vs Epic Games lawsuit, it was discovered …
Read More »Respawn is investigating Titanfall 2 issue, but it is not as serious as first thought
Yesterday was quite the rollercoaster for Titanfall 2 players, as reports began claiming that a new bug had been discovered, which could allow “local code execution” from the game server, something that hackers could take full advantage of. To be safe, many began advising that players uninstall the game but …
Read More »PlayStation acquires another studio – though it isn’t Bluepoint Games
2021 has seen Sony acquire multiple studios, adding them to the now increasing list of first-party PlayStation studios. Following the acquisition of Housemarque and Nixxes Software, many were expecting Demon’s Souls creator Bluepoint Games to be next. This isn’t the case however, as the console manufacturer has announced its latest …
Read More »XPG launches ROG-certified Spectrix D50 DDR4 RGB memory
Adata's gaming division, XPG, has partnered up with Asus to launch ROG-certified Spectrix D50 DDR4 RGB memory modules. Tuned specifically for ROG motherboards, the new Spectrix D50 modules offer impressive RGB lighting that you can customise and control through Asus Aura. As a ROG-certified product, the XPG Spectrix D50 DDR4 …
Read More »Xbox Series S may be refreshed with a 6nm APU next year
The Xbox Series S released less than a year ago, but Microsoft reportedly has a refresh planned already. According to reports this week, the Xbox Series S will transition to a new 6nm APU in 2022 in an effort to undercut a smaller PS5 model. According to Moore's Law is …
Read More »Deathloop will support AMD FSR, PC system requirements announced
Deathloop is less than a week away from release and with that in mind, Bethesda has now announced the PC system requirements for the game, including minimum specs targeting 1080p/30, recommended specs targeting 1080p/60 and Ultra specs targeting 4K/60. Beyond that, we've also got confirmation on PC graphics settings, including …
Read More »Diablo 2: Resurrected will not support 21:9 after all
If you have an ultra-wide display and were hoping to play Diablo 2: Resurrected in full 21:9 aspect ratio, then we have some bad news. This week, Blizzard announced that it has removed 21:9 support from the game due to issues. During the technical alpha, players with ultra-wide displays found …
Read More »Razer launches Basilisk V3 with HyperScroll wheel and Chroma RGB
Razer has a new addition to its mouse line-up launching today. The new Razer Basilisk V3 is a wired gaming mouse, featuring 11 programmable buttons, an intelligent scroll wheel and plenty of RGB goodness powered by Razer Chroma. The Basilisk mouse first launched back in 2017 and over the years, …
Read More »Call of Duty: Vanguard beta and PC system requirements announced
Call of Duty: Vanguard is a couple of months away from release, but we'll have the chance to check it out much sooner. Today, Sledgehammer Games announced that the beta for the game will be taking place this month, alongside PC system requirements for the game.
Read More »The BenQ EW3880R boasts ultra-wide resolution and TreVolo sound
BenQ's latest addition to its extensive portfolio of monitors is the EW3880R, an ultrawide curved monitor suitable for home entertainment. Featuring a TreVolo sound system and a WQHD+ resolution, the EW3880R aims to provide “an unparalleled cinematic experience” from the comfort of your home. The 38-inch IPS curved (2300R) panel …
Read More »Final Fantasy XVI producer refuses to let game launch in a buggy state
With the ever-increasing popularity of the internet allowing video game players to download game patches, updates and more, there has been a tendency for games to launch in a less-than-perfect state in order to meet deadlines – only later fixing it up with patches. According to the Producer of Final …
Read More »Day’s Gone studio may be working on a Men in Black game
We're just one day away from Sony's PlayStation Showcase and rumours have begun swirling. According to one retail listing, Sony may have at least one big surprise – a new game from Bend Studio based on the Men in Black franchise. Retailer EB Games has listed a Men in Black …
Read More »Dontnod is allowing all devs to work from home permanently
While the COVID-19 global pandemic has and continues to be a terrible tragedy, one of the few advantages witnessed by its side effects is the fact that many companies adopted a temporary work-from-home mandate, helping employees realize that most jobs can be completed more efficiently from home. The upper management …
Read More »Kingston XS2000 is a pocket-sized portable SSD offering 2000MB/s speeds
Kingston has announced a new compact portable SSD featuring USB 3.2 Gen2 connectivity. Offering transfer speeds of 2,000MB/s, the XS2000 SSD includes a rugged sleeve to transport it safely, protecting it from water, dust, and falls. Available in 500GB, 1TB, and 2TB models, the Kingston XS2000 portable SSD can transfer …
Read More »Call of Duty: Warzone makes $5 million every day
While the Call of Duty remains one of the biggest franchises in gaming, the annual series has been in decline somewhat for the past few years. It seems that Activision struck gold however with its free-to-play Warzone Battle Royale mode. According to a recent study, Warzone makes over $5 million …
Read More »Intel Arc ‘Alchemist’ 512 EU GPU benchmarked
The first leak of a mobile Intel Arc GPU stands before us. The Geekbench 5 database was recently updated with results for an unreleased laptop using the upcoming ‘Alchemist' mobile GPU with 512 execution units (EUs) paired with a Core i7-11800H. The benchmark listing, spotted by @Benchleaks, identifies the GPU …
Read More »Flight Simulator update improves Germany, Switzerland, and Austria one year after launch
While Microsoft’s Flight Simulator launched all the way back in August 2020, the team at Asobo studio have continued to improve the game by adding higher resolution maps, hand crafted buildings and more to some of the world’s biggest cities. This is due to the fact that while AI has …
Read More »Win a Thermaltake ToughLiquid Ultra 360 AIO cooler with LCD display! (closed)
In need of a cooler upgrade? Then you won't want to miss out on our latest competition. This month, we are teaming up with Thermaltake to give away a ToughLiquid Ultra 360 AIO liquid cooler, better yet, the competition is open worldwide!
Read More »You can get Far Cry 3 for free this week
Ubisoft is no stranger to game giveaways, but this week's free title is certainly a standout. Starting from today until the 11th of September, anyone with an Ubisoft Connect account can claim a free copy of Far Cry 3 on PC. Far Cry 3 first released back in 2012 and …
Read More »Glorious Model D Wireless is open for pre-orders at OCUK
After bursting onto the gaming mouse scene with the popular Model O, today sees the Glorious PC Gaming Race Model D Wireless heading to pre-orders, boasting a light-weight design and long-lasting battery life. The Model D Wireless retains the same comfortable shape as the standard Model D, providing excellent support …
Read More »Focus Home Interactive is going beyond video games
Focus Home Interactive has slowly but surely built up a reputation for publishing high quality AA titles. With games such as Greedfall and A Plague Tale: Innocence, the French game developer and publisher has more eyes on it than ever before. It is perhaps for that reason that the company …
Read More »No Man’s Sky finally earns ‘Mostly Positive’ rating on Steam
Back in 2016, No Man's Sky launched to “Overwhelmingly Negative” reviews on Steam, with many players lamenting a lack features and other issues. Now five years later, the game has turned around completely and now sits with a “Mostly Positive” rating for the first time. After a poor launch, Hello …
Read More »It’s real: Alan Wake Remastered is launching this autumn
We've known something new was going to happen with Alan Wake ever since Remedy Entertainment acquired the rights to the IP back in 2019, and we later learned that the events of Alan Wake and Control take place in the same universe. Today, Remedy Entertainment has officially announced Alan Wake Remastered, …
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