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The Nintendo Switch 2 will be announced soon (image via Nintendo)

Nintendo Switch 2: Tentative announcement window confirmed by company president

Nintendo confirmed it will announce its next-generation Switch model before March 2024. A Nintendo Direct has also been scheduled June, but the event will not reveal any information about the upcoming console.

Anil Ganti, 07 May 2024 10:06

The Corsair One i500 has a wooden front, either light or dark. (Image: Corsair)

Corsair One i500 launches with GeForce RTX 4090, water cooling and dust filters in mATX case

The Corsair One i500 has just been officially unveiled. The gaming tower has a brand new design for the first time since the launch of the first generation in 2017, creating enough space for a water-cooled GeForce RTX 4090 and an ...

Hannes Brecher, 07 May 2024 04:33

Helldivers 2 players don't need to link their Steam and PlayStation Network accounts anymore (Image source: PlayStation)

Sony faces massive backlash from gamers, reverses PlayStation Network account requirement for Helldivers 2

Sony has recently announced that Helldivers 2 players would need to link their Steam and PlayStation Network accounts to continue playing the game. Since then, the title has received tens of thousands of negative reviews. This mas...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 06 May 2024 18:04

Infinix plans to launch a gaming laptop soon (image via Infinix)

Infinix GT BOOK: Detailed specifications of upcoming gaming laptop leak online

Budget smartphone maker Infinix plans to enter the gaming laptop market with the Infinix GT BOOK. It will launch with a mix of last and current-gen hardware and a 16:10 screen.

Anil Ganti, 06 May 2024 16:21

The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) weighs 1.50 kg (3.31 lbs). (Source: Notebookcheck)

Deal | ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) price reaches new all-time low for Ryzen 9 8945HS and RTX 4060 SKU

The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) with a Ryzen 9 8945HS CPU and an RTX 4060 laptop GPU is currently down to its lowest price ever. As evident from a 4.6-star user rating and a 93% review score from us, the Zephyrus G14 is one of th...

Fawad Murtaza, 06 May 2024 13:48

The RTX 5090 laptop GPU reportedly features 16 GB of VRAM like the RTX 4090 mobile. (Source: NVIDIA)

RTX 5080 and RTX 5070 laptop VRAM capacity and bus width leak with significant gains over predecessors

High-end RTX 50 laptop GPUs like the RTX 5080 and the RTX 5070/RTX 5070 Ti are finally getting a VRAM increase according to the latest leak from Moore’s Law Is Dead. With the memory and bus-width bump in place, the RTX 5080 will m...

Fawad Murtaza, 06 May 2024 11:23

Intel Arc Battlemage is rumored to have two SKUs, BMG G31 and BMG G21. (Source: Intel)

Troubling Arc Battlemage rumor suggests possible delay or even cancellation of Intel's next-gen GPU architecture

The Intel Arc Battlemage with the Xe2 architecture is scheduled to come out later this year for both laptops with the Xe2-LPG iGPU inside Lunar Lake APUs and desktops with the Xe2-HPG. However, a new rumor suggests that Intel migh...

Fawad Murtaza, 06 May 2024 08:54

2023 AMD HP OMEN discounted to $1099.99 (Image source: HP [edited])

Deal | HP Omen 16 with AMD Ryzen 7 and Nvidia RTX 4060 sees a heavy $500 discount

The 2023 HP Omen 16 with AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS, Nvidia RTX 4060, 16 GB of RAM, and 1 TB of PCIe 4.0 storage has received a massive $500 discount. With this deal in place, you can score it for just $1,099.99, which is a great price fo...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 05 May 2024 19:43

Acemagic reveals M2A Starship mini PC (Image source: Acemagic)

Acemagic M2A Starship mini PC debuts with futuristic dual-wing design, discrete GPU, and four cooling fans

Acemagic has unveiled the Starship M2A mini PC, which the company claims to be the first of its kind. Touted to be a “AAA” gaming system, it comes with a rather unique-looking chassis that features two wings, four cooling fans, an...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 05 May 2024 19:39

XMG Fusion 15 (Early 24) review: The compact RTX-4070 laptop for gamers and creators

XMG Fusion 15 (Early 24) with top ranking among the RTX 4070 laptops

The lightweight, compact XMG Fusion 15 doesn't come with a conventional screen size: Instead of a 16-inch or 15.6-inch screen, it uses a 15.3-inch panel (2,560 x 1,600 pixels, 240 Hz) with a 16:10 aspect ratio. A Core i9 processor...

Sascha Mölck, 05 May 2024 15:23

New Tomb Raider game will likely be released in "less than a year" (Image source: Crystal Dynamics [Edited])

New leak about next Tomb Raider game suggests Crystal Dynamics will make it a fully open world title

V Scooper, a reputable gaming insider known for offering early scoops in the entertainment industry, claims that the next Tomb Raider game will be fully open world. It is said to take place in India and will feature "vast scenerie...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 05 May 2024 07:55

The Asus ROG Ally is a very impressive device, but its hardware is far from perfect. There are a number of things Asus can and should fix when it launches the Asus ROG Ally 2 later this year. (Image source: Notebookcheck / Andreas Osthoff)

Asus ROG Ally 2 confirmed - 4 issues the next-gen handheld PC needs to address

The Asus ROG Ally 2 (or 2024) will apparently make an appearance at Computex 2024. While details on the new handheld device are still unclear, it could really use an update to the display, controls, and ports, as well as a proper ...

Julian van der Merwe, 04 May 2024 15:51

iPad owners might be able to play Baldur's Gate 3 natively next year (image via Larian)

Baldur's Gate 3 rumoured to launch on iOS and iPadOS next year

A rumour says Baldur's Gate 3 will be the next AAA game to launch on Apple devices. It may debut on iPadOS and likely iOS sometime in early 2025.

Anil Ganti, 04 May 2024 15:46

Senua's Saga: Hellblade II launches on PC and Xbox soon (image via Steam)

Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II : PC system requirements confirmed ahead of launch

Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II has relatively modest requirements for its PC version. You can get away with a four-generation-old CPU and a three-generation-old GPU and still play the game at 1080p.

Anil Ganti, 04 May 2024 09:50

Beta version of Microsoft Edge browser includes a RAM limiter setting to improve multitasking performance. (Source: Microsoft)

Microsoft releases beta Edge browser with hard RAM limiter to improve multitasking performance especially during gaming

Microsoft has released a beta version of its Edge browser with a hard RAM limiter. This setting allows users to set the exact amount of RAM that Edge is allowed to use, helping reduce performance problems when multitasking heavily...

David Chien, 04 May 2024 08:44

YesItsKira makes the Asus ROG Ally get a secondary screen (Image source: YesItsKira)

Asus ROG Ally turns into Nintendo 3DS-like gaming handheld with dual-screen DIY hardware mod

A DIY hardware modder known as YesItsKira has modded the Asus ROG Ally and converted it into a Nintendo 3DS-like gaming handheld. The secondary DIY screen even closes like a clam, just like the classic console.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 03 May 2024 19:54

Newest Lenovo LOQ with AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS drops to $883.19 (Image source: Lenovo)

Deal | Maxed out 2024 Lenovo LOQ 15 gaming laptop with latest AMD Ryzen 7 sees nearly $400 discount

The latest Lenovo LOQ 15 is on sale, with the maxed-out configuration seeing a hefty 31% discount. With this deal, the gaming laptop with the new Ryzen 7 8845HS, Nvidia RTX 4060, 16 GB of RAM, and 512 GB of PCIe 4.0 storage is cur...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 03 May 2024 18:45

The Acer Predator Triton 16 has two SO-DIMM slots for RAM expansion. (Source: Acer)

Deal | Acer Predator Triton 16 price reaches historic low making it an excellent time to snag RTX 4070-powered gaming laptop

The Acer Predator Triton 16 has dropped to its lowest price ever on Amazon after a generous 22% discount. The laptop comes with a 16-inch QHD+ display powered by an RTX 4070 laptop GPU alongside a Core i7-13700H CPU. Additionally,...

Fawad Murtaza, 03 May 2024 18:38

Amazon Prime Gaming has 10 free games to offer for May 2024 (Image source: Amazon)

Amazon reveals new free games for May 2024: Tomb Raider GOTY, Fallout 3 GOTY, and more

Amazon Prime Gaming has a good number of free games lined up for May 2024. Among all of them, Tomb Raider GOTY, Lego Star Wars 3: The Clone Wars, and Chivalry 2 are now up for grabs, with Fallout 3 GOTY and many others set to be a...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 03 May 2024 17:15

The PlayStation Plus subscription costs $ 8.99 per month and grants access to hundreds of games. (Source: PlayStation)

PlayStation Plus subscription gets four new games in May

Sony is adding four games to its gaming subscription in May. Soccer fans will be catered for in May with EA's FC24, cyberpunk fans will be delighted with Ghostrunner 2 and shooter fans will also be in for a treat with the Destiny ...

Marius Müller, 03 May 2024 15:08

The most recent Resident Evil game is Resident Evil: Village, which was released in May 2021. (Source: Steam)

Resident Evil 9: Fresh leak reveals potential release date

Resident Evil fans are eagerly awaiting the 9th installment of the game series, which could possibly be an open-world game for the first time. A leaker who is considered credible has now announced a possible release date.

Marius Müller, 03 May 2024 14:25

AMD Strix Halo seemingly carries a chiplet-based design. (Source: AMD, Lucas K on Unsplash, edited)

Four AMD Strix Halo SKUs with up to RTX 4070 performance were apparently pitched to OEMs in 2023

AMD Strix Halo APUs could be available in a range of configurations. From a Strix Halo SKU that rivals the RTX 4070 laptop down to a low-end product with RTX 3050 levels of performance, AMD apparently presented OEMs with four opti...

Fawad Murtaza, 03 May 2024 14:23

You won't be able to play Helldivers 2 on PC without a PSN ID soon (image via Steam)

Helldivers 2 mandates PlayStation Network ID integration for PC players

Arrowhead has announced PC players will be required to link their copy of Helldivers 2 with a PSN ID. Players will start seeing mandatory login screens on May 30. If an account isn’t linked by June 4, you might not be able to play...

Anil Ganti, 03 May 2024 13:02

The ROG Ally has a suboptimal SD card location right next to one of its exhaust vents. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

ROG Ally 2: Next ASUS gaming handheld rumoured to arrive during Computex 2024 as ROG Ally 2024 instead with minimal hardware improvements

Earlier this year, ASUS hinted that it would release a second-generation gaming handheld in 2024. According to a fresh report, the new model will contain incremental hardware revisions with no APU upgrade in sight.

Alex Alderson, 03 May 2024 12:01

Elden Ring will not get any more DLC after Shadow of the Erdtree (image via FromSoftware)

FromSoftware boss confirms Shadow of the Erdtree will be Elden Ring’s only DLC

In an interview with a Chinese news outlet, Hidetaka Miyazaki confirmed the company has no plans to add further content to Elden Ring. In essence, Shadow of the Erdtree will be the only DLC the game ever gets.

Anil Ganti, 03 May 2024 08:13

With CopprLink, eGPUs can deliver higher performance (symbolic image, Sebastian Bade)

CopprLink: New standard for external PCIe connection could significantly accelerate eGPUs

CopprLink is a standard intended to enable a high-speed external connection, not just for GPUs. This option should be useful for mini-PCs, laptops, and gaming handhelds, and particularly interesting for professional users.

Silvio Werner, 02 May 2024 22:34

Lenovo has introduced its largest discount yet for the Legion 9i Gen 9 with RTX 4090 and Core i9 (Image: Lenovo)

Deal | Mighty Lenovo Legion 9i with 3.2K Mini-LED display, RTX 4090 and Core i9 discounted by $1,200

Lenovo's latest flagship gaming laptop sports top-notch components across the board. Gamers who have set aside $3,000 for a new RTX 4090-equipped notebook might want to take the tempting Legion 9i into consideration.

Enrico Frahn, 02 May 2024 22:33

RDNA 4 series will allegedly have only two SKUs, Navi 48 and Navi 44. (Source: Luke Chesser on Unsplash/edited)

RDNA 4 ray tracing termed "brand new" giving hope that AMD might finally be able to compete with NVIDIA

AMD’s next-generation RDNA 4 GPUs for desktops are expected to launch in the latter half of 2024. The series which can debut without any flagship offerings could bring a big improvement to ray tracing performance as the latest rep...

Fawad Murtaza, 02 May 2024 20:56

The UnlockSwitch is already mired in controversy. (Image source: UnlockSwitch)

UnlockSwitch: New Nintendo flashcart still in development following denouncements by MIG Switch team

MIG Switch currently has a monopoly on Nintendo Switch flashcarts. However, it may soon face a rival in the UnlockSwitch. The two are already claiming that both are scam artists, though.

Alex Alderson, 02 May 2024 18:12

Epic Games has decided to give away another two games this week. (Image source: Epic Games)

New Epic Games weekly game giveaway lands with near $45 face value

It is now possible to download to new games for free from the Epic Games Store. A week after discounting the INDUSTRIA and LISA: Definitive Edition, Epic Games has applied the same treatment to Cat Quest II and Orcs Must Die! 3, w...

Alex Alderson, 02 May 2024 17:31

In April, Microsoft removed a total of 12 games from the Xbox Game Pass, but also added 14 new games. (Source: Xbox)

Microsoft removes 8 games from the Xbox Game Pass in mid-May

On May 15, Microsoft will remove eight games from the Xbox Game Pass. Until then, subscribers will still have the opportunity to play the games or buy them at a lower price with Microsoft's member discount.

Marius Müller, 02 May 2024 14:47

The Acer Nitro 16 (AN16-41) has two SO-DIMM slots for RAM expansion. (Source: Notebookcheck, Codioful on Unsplash, edited)

Deal | Acer Nitro 16 gaming laptop with Ryzen 7 7840HS and RTX 4060 drops to lowest price ever after sizeable 23% discount

The 2023 Acer Nitro 16 with a Ryzen 7 7840HS CPU and RTX 4060 GPU has recorded a steep 23% price drop on Amazon. Aside from powerful mid-range internals, the laptop includes a 16-inch 1920x1200 resolution display, a 4-zone RGB key...

Fawad Murtaza, 02 May 2024 11:39

Xbox held its last E3 conference in 2021. (Source: Xbox)

Xbox Games Showcase 2024 date announced alongside separate stream for possibly Call of Duty: Black Ops Gulf War

Xbox is holding a new “Xbox Games Showcase followed by [REDACTED] Direct” in early June. The presentations are expected to highlight titles including this year’s Call of Duty. Per Xbox, the showcase will include games from Xbox Ga...

Fawad Murtaza, 01 May 2024 19:28

The M19 comes in black, grey, purple and white finishes. (Image source: AliExpress)

New M19 gaming handheld released for under $55 with retro gaming in mind

The M19 is a 3.5-inch retro gaming handheld powered by a 3,000 mAh battery and a Rockchip RK3566 chipset. Available for under $55, the M19 has a bizarre control layout that goes against contemporary designs.

Alex Alderson, 01 May 2024 18:15

Bethesda has announced a new update for Starfield (image via Bethesda)

New Starfield update finally unlocks 60 FPS mode on Xbox Series X

Bethesda announced a new update for Starfield. It adds numerous QoL improvements, such as a city map, new ship customization options and added difficulty modifiers. Users in the Steam beta channel can download it now.

Anil Ganti, 01 May 2024 18:13

Nintendo is rumoured to be planning a comparatively powerful docked experience for its second-generation Switch. (Image source: Ke Vin)

Nintendo Switch 2 rumoured to deliver up to 4 TFLOPs in docked mode but also severely constrained handheld performance

According to new reports, the so-called Nintendo Switch 2 could prove more powerful in docked mode than previous rumours suggested. Unsurprisingly, the next-generation console will be unable to maintain its docked performance in h...

Alex Alderson, 01 May 2024 16:32

Asus releases two new WiFi 7 routers with AI functions and high-speed Ethernet ports

Asus launches two new routers within its TUF series. With these, the manufacturer is targeting video gamers. Users should not only benefit from a fast and wireless connection but high-performance wired networks are also supported ...

Silvio Werner, 01 May 2024 16:25

Little Kitty, Big City will be released on May 9 for PC, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S. (Source: Xbox)

The Xbox Game Pass is only getting four new games until mid-May, but they should not be underestimated

In May, Microsoft is taking it easy with new additions to Xbox Game Pass. There are only four new games until May 14, but they are convincing: an AAA game from 2013, a popular indie title, and a new release that will be included i...

Marius Müller, 01 May 2024 16:07

Microsoft wants to know if you would consider getting a new gaming handheld in the next five years (Image source: Logitech [edited])

Microsoft hints at Xbox gaming handheld in the works by sending out surveys

We recently had a leak on an upcoming Microsoft Xbox gaming handheld from Jez Corden, a reputed source for Xbox-related news. It suggested that the portable console is on track for a 2026 launch. Now, the company is fueling such r...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 01 May 2024 13:23

Hisense U9N: Mini-LED TV with high brightness

Hisense U9N: New 144 Hz mini-LED TVs with up to 5,000 cd/m² and over 5,000 dimming zones are quite affordable

Hisense launches new mini-LED TVs on the market. These will impress with extremely high brightness. Although not cheap, the new models are affordable for customers who demand high playback quality and operate a home cinema as a ho...

Silvio Werner, 01 May 2024 11:31

The Steam Deck and Steam Deck OLED are fantastic machines, but the Linux-based SteamOS might be confusing to new users. (Image source: Valve)

4 tools Steam Deck and Linux gamers need to install

Gaming on Linux can be a little complicated, but the open-source community has put into the software surrounding the Linux gaming experience. Here is a pick of four of the best tools and software packages to make the most of your ...

Julian van der Merwe, 01 May 2024 04:38

iPhone users will soon be able to play Assassin's Creed Mirage without the need for streaming. (Image: Ubisoft)

Assassin's Creed Mirage soon available for the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and iPad at full price

Ubisoft will be releasing Assassin's Creed Mirage for the Apple iPhone 15 Pro, iPad Air and iPad Pro in a few weeks. The game will offer the full scope of the console version and can be tried out free of charge for 90 minutes, aft...

Hannes Brecher, 01 May 2024 03:55

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro headphones are not only intended for gaming. (Image: SteelSeries)

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro flagship headphones launch as White Edition with replaceable batteries

SteelSeries is relaunching the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless gaming headphones, giving the headset a white housing and a comfort upgrade. The battery, which can be replaced in seconds, remains a unique selling point, while the company ...

Hannes Brecher, 01 May 2024 03:13

It has been confirmed that a Legion Go 2 is in the works. Hopefully Lenovo can address some glaring issues with the current-gen model in the upcoming iteration. (Image source: Notebookcheck / Mark Herter)

Lenovo Legion Go 2 confirmed - 4 issues the new handheld gaming PC needs to fix

Lenovo has confirmed that it is working on a Legion Go 2. Lenovo's original gaming handheld is and was an impressive device, but the next iteration definitely needs a better screen, variable refresh rate, and a better controller e...

Julian van der Merwe, 30 Apr 2024 21:35

Dell has discounted the G16 7630 by more than 30% (Image: Christian Hintze)

Deal | RTX 4070-powered Dell G16 gaming laptop with Core i9 and 32GB RAM is $600 off today

The G16 7630 is currently on sale for $1,299 at Dell's official online store as the American PC maker has treated the Core i9-equipped gaming laptop with an RTX 4070 to a spicy discount of $600 or more than 30% relative to MSRP.

Enrico Frahn, 30 Apr 2024 21:17

NVIDIA will have disabled various elements on the AD103 to get it to run like an AD104 for the GeForce RTX 4070. (Image source NVIDIA)

NVIDIA found to be shipping some new GeForce RTX 4070 graphics cards with AD103 GPU from RTX 4070 Ti SUPER and RTX 4080

NVIDIA's usage of its AD103 GPU now extends beyond the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER, GeForce RTX 4080 and GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER. Without explanation, the company has begun offering a stripped-back form within some new GeForce RTX 40...

Alex Alderson, 30 Apr 2024 20:59