Tag Archives: Software & Gaming

Microsoft Gaming CEO, Phil Spencer, confirms plans for an Xbox gaming handheld, but work is only just beginning, so expect a multi-year wait.

ViewSonic has introduced the new ViewSonic VX54 Series of portable monitors. Designed for gamers on the road, these sleek, lightweight monitors provide numerous connection choices and high pixel density for gaming on the go. The VX54 series' 16-inch (VX1654) and 17-inch (VX1754) monitors have slim 9.85mm and 11mm profiles, respectively, …

Back in 2022 as Netflix began to ramp up its work in the video game space, the company hired former Blizzard veteran and Overwatch producer, Chacko Sonny, to lead a new team to work on a multiplatform game. Unfortunately, the studio appears to have been closed before it could even …

MSI has unveiled its latest additions to its gaming mouse lineup - the Versa 300 Elite Wireless and Versa 300 Wireless gaming mice.

Corsair has a new flagship gaming headset for 2024. The new Virtuoso Max Wireless will be available in two versions - one for PC and one for Xbox.

We preview five MSI Z890 motherboards and go through specs, features, design and more

A flood of reports regarding the AMD Ryzen 9000X3D have landed over the past week. In addition to new details on specs, there is an anticipated November launch. 

MSI's MPG X870E Carbon WiFi is packed with features, including the headline USB4 ports and WiFi 7

AOC is expanding its G4 gaming monitor series by introducing four new models catering to diverse gaming preferences and budgets. The latest offerings include the curved AOC Gaming C27G4ZXU, CQ27G4X, and the flat-panel Q27G4XF, as well as the larger curved CQ32G4VE, providing a comprehensive range of displays with high refresh …

MSI has unveiled the Maestro 300, a new gaming headset offering a lightweight and durable build optimised for prolonged comfort. Users can choose between high-density memory foam earpads in breathable mesh or protein leather for extended gaming sessions. The Maestro 300 also has a detachable unidirectional microphone, designed to ensure …

Earlier this year, we reviewed the fantastic MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED gaming monitor. While MSI started off with a flat-screen model, now, there is a curved option hitting the market – the MSI MPG 321CURX QD-OLED. Packing the same impressive specs and features as the flat-screen model, the MSI MPG …

This week, GeForce Now is getting a substantial update, with nine more games joining the library, including brand new games like Dungeons of Hinterberg and Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn.  There will be nine titles joining the GFN library this week, seven of which are brand new releases. Additionally, two …

Don't be fooled, it's not the same case that came out in 2022 - but what's changed?

This week, AOC announced the C27G2Z3/BK, a 27-inch curved FullHD display designed for gamers looking to achieve high frame rates without breaking the bank. Its primary selling point is the 280Hz refresh rate, while costing less than £200.  The AOC Gaming C27G2Z3 features a 27-inch Fast VA curved display (1500R …

Acer's booth at Computex this year is packed with new product launches. Join Dom & Leo as we take a closer look at Acer's 2024 line-up, including new ‘AI PCs', gaming systems and more.  Acer has unveiled three new OLED gaming monitors in its Predator line-up: the Predator X27U F3, …

Nvidia has kicked off Computex today with its latest keynote. This year, the company is tripling down on AI. For starters, Nvidia has revealed Project G-Assist, a new feature that will bring AI game guide assistants to supported games. Beyond that, RTX Remix is going open source, enabling developers to take the technology and work on it however they see fit. 

AOC has added two entry-level gaming monitors to its G4 line, replacing the previous G2 models. The 24G4XE and 27G4XE are designed with FHD resolution and a 180Hz refresh rate, catering to cost-conscious gamers or as an ideal secondary monitor. Available in 24-inch and 27-inch sizes, both models feature 1080p …

Valve's Proton, the open-source tool for running Windows games on Linux, has received a significant update that promises to enhance game compatibility for Linux gamers. The latest version, Proton 9.0, is now available on GitHub, bringing several new features and improvements to the table. These improvements will be of particular …

Leo channels his inner Bumblebee with this latest Thermaltake build

Roccat has been around for years and we reviewed many of their PC gaming peripherals over that time. The company was acquired by another peripheral maker, Turtle Beach, back in 2019. Now, Roccat is retired and folded into the Turtle Beach brand moving forward, marking an end to Roccat peripherals.  …

ViewSonic is getting into the OLED game. The new XG272-2K-OLED will be the company's first OLED gaming monitor, sporting an ultra low 0.01ms pixel response time, as well as an ultra-fast 240Hz refresh rate for ultra smooth gaming.  Aside from response times and refresh rates, OLED panels have numerous other …

MSI has slashed prices on a number of gaming monitors this March. Here in the UK, the MSI MEG 342C QD-OLED monitor stands out in particular, offering excellent specs, with £500 chopped off its usual price tag.  QD-OLED displays have plenty of benefits, including excellent contrast and colour accuracy, HDR …

It's a custom-cooled prebuilt from EKWB, packing a 14900KS and RTX 4090

We've seen a few big streamers and content creators go on to work directly in games. One of the most popular gaming YouTube channels, Dunkey, set up his own publisher back in 2022, called Big Mode, with plans to shine a light on and bring hidden-gem indie games to market. …

The Fractal Design North is back and it is bigger than ever - literally

Leo looks ahead to the Snapdragon X Elite, expected to launch at Computex

Leo gets hands-on with the new MagFlow ARGB fans from Seasonic

While Epic Games is technically an independent studio, it does have several huge investors. Companies like Tencent and Sony have been quick to buy up shares in the company and now, Disney, perhaps the largest entertainment company in the world, is buying up a piece. 

Microsoft going multiplatform could finally end the 'console war' for good and PC gamers stand the most to gain...

Cooler Master is launching a trio of new monitors for 2024, each arriving at under £500, putting them in more affordable territory. The new Tempest GP2711 is Cooler Master's new Mini LED display, while the GM2711A offers an ultra-fast IPS panel instead. Finally, we have the GM34, a new 34-inch …