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Ex-President's shift away from Xbox consoles to cloud gaming reportedly caused friction

Former Xbox President, Sarah Bond, may have championed the criticized This Is an Xbox initiative. In a report from The Verge, co-workers shared concerns about the devaluing of Xbox consoles. New Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma hinted that the company realizes the importance of first-party hardware.

Adam Corsetti, 23 Feb 2026 20:42

The prices for several DDR5 RAM offerings in Germany appear to have dropped since their peaks in January.

DDR5 gets cheaper: RAM prices appear to drop in Germany, and to some extent in the US as well

What happened in Japan with AMD Radeon RX 9000 GPU prices appears to also be happening with DDR5 memory prices in Germany. Clearly, sky-high prices discourage people from buying products, which in turn leads to some slight price softening.

Sambit Saha, 23 Feb 2026 20:12

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate could add World of Warcraft, Minecraft, and other subscriptions

Managing multiple subscriptions can be a burden for devoted gamers. A new rumor suggests that Xbox Game Pass Ultimate may cover the cost of World of Warcraft, Minecraft Realms, and Fallout 1st. The service has faced criticism over price increases and the lack of enticing day-one Xbox games.

Adam Corsetti, 23 Feb 2026 17:40

Alleged GTA 6 listing for console and PC on Loaded storefront (edited).

GTA 6 console and PC price may have leaked and it’s what we all feared

There have been speculations about the price for GTA 6, seeing as how massive and content heavy it will be. The latest one comes from a popular digital storefront and it shows pricing for both console and PC versions of the game.

Vineet Washington, 23 Feb 2026 17:16

Intel Royal Core project is still under development.

Jim Keller's Royal Core project: Intel is actively developing Unified Cores to ditch separate P and E-cores in future CPU architectures

Jim Keller's Royal Core project was reportedly dismantled by Intel into individual technologies that could be used in different CPU architectures. One of these technologies was a Unified Core design that would see Intel ditch separate P and E-cores. It has now come to light that Intel is indeed working on Unified Cores.

Fawad Murtaza, 23 Feb 2026 13:56

OmegaLinux 2026.02.21 desktop with terminal window showing new Arch Linux base version

OmegaLinux switches from Ubuntu to Arch in 2026.02.21 release

Labeled as the "Goodbye Lubuntu/Ubuntu" release, OmegaLinux arrives with an Arch Linux base while keeping the LXDE desktop to continue supporting low-end hardware. However, the new base provides faster updates and a more streamlined system while requiring users to adapt to its more technical approach.

Codrut Nistor, 23 Feb 2026 11:28

Grace Ashcroft from Resident Evil Requiem is shown

Resident Evil Requiem leaks prompt ex-Capcom director to wish death for offending gamers

The Resident Evil 2 director recommends a harsh sentence for anyone responsible for spoilers. Hideki Kamiya echoed Capcom’s position, warning fans against posting Resident Evil Requiem leaks. Risking copyright infringement, gamers continue to share footage before its release date.

Adam Corsetti, 22 Feb 2026 01:07

The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D + V-Color Manta XSky 32 GB DDR5-6400 bundle is now $350 off on Newegg.

Deal | Outstanding AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D gaming CPU bundled with 32 GB DDR5-6400 RAM scores $350 discount

Newegg is currently offering a massive discount on a gaming hardware bundle consisting of the amazing AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D CPU and 32 GB of V-Color Manta XSky DDR5-6400 RAM. For gamers looking to build a new high-end gaming PC, the aforementioned bundle could be a great starting point.

Sambit Saha, 21 Feb 2026 19:11

Phil Spencer reportedly planned to launch new Xbox console, but slow sales forced retirement

Former Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer first considered leaving the company later in 2025. Still, he may have intended to delay retirement until after the next Xbox console shipped. A leaker who predicted the move blames the sudden shakeup on dwindling hardware and software sales.

Adam Corsetti, 21 Feb 2026 18:45

The Akasa Euler CMX mini ITX PC case is now available in several regions.

Akasa Euler CMX: Tiny 4-liter fanless PC case arrives with support for up to Intel Core Ultra 200 CPUs

The Akasa Euler CMX is a new Mini ITX PC case that adopts a fanless design, and supports up to Intel Core Ultra 200 CPUs with a maximum TDP of 35 watts. The case is priced at a premium, and is already available for purchase in Europe, Asia, and North America.

Sambit Saha, 21 Feb 2026 17:20

AMD's Zen 6-based desktop processors may have been delayed

AMD Ryzen 11,000-series Zen 6 desktop CPUs tipped to launch in 2027

A report from Benchlife says AMD plans to showcase its next-generation desktop CPUs in 2027. They were originally slated to launch in 2026, two years after Zen 5 surfaced in 2024.

Anil Ganti, 21 Feb 2026 12:07

Google’s Chrome 145 stable line continues to move after the CVE-2026-2441 emergency patch, with additional security fixes arriving in newer builds

Google scrambles to patch flaws as exploit code goes public

Google has shipped newer Chrome 145 Stable builds after the CVE-2026-2441 zero-day fix, adding three more security patches, updating Extended Stable, and prompting a CISA KEV listing for the exploited flaw.

Darryl Linington, 21 Feb 2026 11:19

The Asus TUF X870E-Plus motherboard is a well-reviewed product with good overall performance and useful port selection.

Deal | Gamers can now save $370 on this 32 GB DDR5 RAM and Asus TUF X870E motherboard combo

Gamers who wish to build a new gaming PC will definitely have to hunt for exciting deals, considering the sky-high prices right now. For such folks, Newegg is currently offering an enticing 45% discount on a X870E-Plus motherboard and 32 GB V-Color Manta XSky memory combo.

Sambit Saha, 20 Feb 2026 18:39

The Nvidia Titan Blackwell is real and has been around for at least a year; pictured: RTX Titan Ada engineering sample

New RTX 5090 Ti hints at minor spec bump with a notable increase in power consumption

Moore’s Law is Dead has acquired new information about Nvidia’s upcoming flagship graphics card. The RTX 5090 Ti/ Blackwell Titan is only marginally faster than the RTX 5090, but it conumes remarkably more power.

Anil Ganti, 20 Feb 2026 15:35

Sony shut down Bloodborne remake fan project before scrutinized Bluepoint Games closure

After the downfall of Bluepoint Games, a Bloodborne remake or remaster seems even further away. Sony has also cited unofficial projects, like Bloodborne: Top Down, for trademark infringement. PS4 emulators may be the only way to optimize the FromSoftware title on modern hardware.

Adam Corsetti, 20 Feb 2026 02:10

These games will be free to pay for Xbox Game Pass subscribers

Xbox Game Pass subscribers can play this critically-acclaimed shooter for free, but only for a limited time

Microsoft has added four new games to Xbox Game Pass’ free play weekend. The most notable title of them is Battlefield 6, which can also be bought for a discounted price.

Anil Ganti, 19 Feb 2026 19:26

The Elder Scrolls 6 reveal announcement.

Todd Howard talks The Elder Scrolls 6 progress, Starfield 2.0, Fallout titles, and more

Bethesda has multiple big projects in the works and studio head Todd Howard spoke about content coming to Starfield. He also mentioned that majority of the team is working on The Elder Scrolls 6.

Vineet Washington, 19 Feb 2026 19:05

Windows 10 ESU update KB5075912 bumps 22H2 to Build 19045.6937

Windows 10 ESU update KB5075912 (Build 19045.6937) is rolling out for February 2026, addressing a shutdown/hibernation restart issue on some Secure Launch-capable PCs and carrying Secure Boot rollout targeting data.

Darryl Linington, 19 Feb 2026 09:37

Replica of the "Relic" biochip from Cyberpunk 2077.

Cyberpunk 2077's infamous relic chip can now be yours

CD Projekt Red have announced a 5th Anniversary Collector's Set for Cyberpunk 2077 that gives fans a chance to own one of the core elements in the game. The set can be purchased with or without the game.

Vineet Washington, 18 Feb 2026 19:30

Nvidia’s Unix driver archive lists 580.126.18 as the latest Production Branch (recommended) Linux driver

Nvidia releases 580.126.18 Linux driver to fix Kernel 6.19 compatibility issues

Nvidia has released Linux driver 580.126.18, a recommended update that fixes a kernel module build issue affecting Linux kernel v6.19. Here’s what changed and who should update.

Darryl Linington, 18 Feb 2026 14:32

The Intel Arc B580 is based on the Xe2 Battlemage GPU architecture.

Intel Arc B580 sees major performance boost with XeSS 3 Multi-Frame Generation without big latency hit

Intel Arc B580 and Arc A770 have been tested with XeSS 3 Multi-Frame Generation. Using 4x MFG, the Intel Arc B580 and Arc A770 show strong performance gains, achieving over 200% better FPS in some games. Intel has also reportedly done a good job with managing latency through XeLL.

Fawad Murtaza, 18 Feb 2026 13:31

Valve adds hardware spec sharing and anonymized FPS tracking to the Steam Client Beta

Valve takes aim at vague performance reviews with new Steam beta rollout

Valve’s Steam client beta adds optional PC specs labels to game reviews and an opt-in setting to share anonymized framerate data focused on SteamOS devices, helping add context to performance complaints.

Darryl Linington, 18 Feb 2026 08:49

Keychron K3 HE and K3 Ultra low-profile keyboard launch reveals sleek wood-accents, surprisingly low prices, and specs galore

Keychron has officially launched the K3 HE and K3 Ultra wireless magnetic and mechanical keyboards, both of which boast sleek, low-profile designs with elegant rosewood accents, revealing rather reasonable retail pricing and a full spec sheet. Within hours, the Kickstarter campaign has earned more than five times its original goal.

Julian van der Merwe, 18 Feb 2026 07:47

Resident Evil Requiem Steelbook Deluxe Edition for PS5 shown

Resident Evil Requiem copies leak before release date, revealing the fate of characters

The Resident Evil Requiem release date is over a week away, but fans are already dodging spoilers. Some buyers managed to find a copy of the Capcom game and are sharing their thoughts. Early impressions reveal whether popular characters will survive the campaign (spoilers in article).

Adam Corsetti, 18 Feb 2026 01:22

Mewgenics has surpassed one million copies sold in just a week, generating over $23 million in revenue

Mewgenics was finally released on PC around a week ago, and in just a short period, it has managed to sell over one million copies, which translates to over $23 million in revenue.

Abdul Haddi, 17 Feb 2026 20:21

Crimson Desert could dethrone GTA 6 as GOTY, game dev admires potential

Game animator Mike York has shared his thoughts on Crimson Desert and its potential. He believes that the game could keep players hooked for 1,000s of hours, and that it could be a great game to get lost in like Red Dead Redemption 2.

Vineet Washington, 17 Feb 2026 19:03

Asus notes that it's evaluating and pursuing further legal action to reach a fair resolution. Pictured: front of the Zenbook A14.

Asus confirms sales suspension for select laptops and PCs after Nokia HEVC ruling

Following a Munich court ruling, Asus has confirmed that it has suspended direct sales of select laptops and desktop PCs in Germany. The company stated that after-sales services will remain unaffected while it evaluates further legal options.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 17 Feb 2026 17:48

The ProArt Keyboard KD300 comes in a single finish.

ProArt Keyboard KD300: Asus releases new 65% wireless keyboard with global launch coming

Asus has now released its ProArt Keyboard KD300 wireless keyboard. With a 65% layout and RX Red Low-Profile optical switches, the ProArt Keyboard KD300 also offers tri-mode connectivity like the MX Keys Mini, but with a more premium overall finish.

Alex Alderson, 17 Feb 2026 17:31

Community reports on Reddit claim Windows 11’s KB5077181 update may be linked to new in-game stuttering and GPU slowdowns on some PCs

Reddit erupts over KB5077181: New update triggers rhythmic gaming stutter

Windows 11’s February 2026 cumulative update, KB5077181 (Builds 26100.7840/26200.7840), is drawing fresh gamer complaints about in-game stuttering, with some users reporting a workaround: disabling Fullscreen Optimizations.

Darryl Linington, 17 Feb 2026 17:12

Second Xbox Game Pass lineup for February 2026.

Xbox announces 8 new games coming to Game Pass soon

Microsoft has announced yet another lineup of games that Game Pass members will be able to download and play soon. The lineup includes some popular hits, such as Kingdom Come Deliverance 2, The Witcher 3, and more.

Abdul Haddi, 17 Feb 2026 15:29

Ryzen 7 9850X3D has a boost clock of 5.6 GHz.

New fastest gaming CPU: Ryzen 7 9850X3D outperforms Ryzen 7 9800X3D in gaming but consumes 32% more power

The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D reportedly outperforms the Ryzen 7 9800X3D to become the best gaming CPU money can buy. This also means that Intel's Core i9-14900K and the flagship Core Ultra 9 285K also don't stand a chance against the Ryzen 7 9850X3D. However, the Ryzen 7 9850X3D consumes a lot of power.

Fawad Murtaza, 17 Feb 2026 14:07

Developers complain about Steam moderation, with bigotry rampant in reviews and forums

Gamers may have noticed that Steam reviews and forums have become increasingly toxic. Developers also want Valve to moderate bigotry and off-topic remarks. In a The Guardian article, they accuse the marketplace of ignoring requests to remove hateful comments.

Adam Corsetti, 17 Feb 2026 01:50

Grimhaven is an ARPG made by former Diablo developers

Darkhaven: New ARPG by former Diablo developers gets playable demo on Steam

A demo version of Darkhaven is now available on Steam. It features some unique elements heretofore unseen in mainstream ARPGs, such as a fully explorable world with destructible terrain and the ability to construct walls on command.

Anil Ganti, 16 Feb 2026 22:53

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth shown on gaming PC

Final Fantasy 7 Remake director calls PS5 Pro "mid-range", with PC as his "lead platform"

No longer a PlayStation exclusive, Square Enix’s preferred platform for Final Fantasy games has changed. Developers aim to make Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 shine brightest on PCs. The studio will optimize it for the PS5 and PS5 Pro, but console players may need to accept sparser environments.

Adam Corsetti, 16 Feb 2026 22:10

Crimson Desert's developer has some good news for prospective buyers

Developer confirms Crimson Desert will have no post-launch microtransactions

Crimson Desert will launch without microtransactions of any kind. Will Powers, one of the game’s developers, has just confirmed it in a recent interview.

Anil Ganti, 16 Feb 2026 21:12

GeForce RTX 50 series GPUs with 16 GB or more VRAM are now super expensive.

RTX 5070 Ti supply crunch pushes price by 25% to $1,000 in US while RX 9070 XT also suffers 21% price hike

The supply crunch affecting the RTX 5070 Ti has resulted in the price of the GPU rising by 25% in the US. The GPU now costs $1,000 on average. The RX 9070 XT, AMD's value-oriented answer to the RTX 5070 Ti, has also suffered a 21% price hike. The GPU now reportedly sits at $700 in North America.

Fawad Murtaza, 16 Feb 2026 14:02

Microsoft signage stands in front of the corporate campus building

Windows 11 KB5077181: Update causes boot loops, DHCP errors, and sign-in failures

Microsoft’s Windows 11 KB5077181 update (Builds 26100.7840 / 26200.7840) is reportedly triggering infinite boot loops and SENS sign-in failures. Despite officially fixing previous boot bugs, users are encountering new DHCP networking regressions and 0x800f0983 installation errors.

Darryl Linington, 16 Feb 2026 13:12

Next steps will likely depend on appeals and licensing discussions. Pictured: the rear of the Asus ROG Strix G16 G615 gaming laptop.

Asus and Acer hit with laptop and PC sales ban amid Nokia HEVC patent dispute in Germany

A court ruling in Munich has forced Acer and Asus to suspend direct PC and laptop sales in Germany following a patent dispute with Nokia. It’s over the HEVC codec, but retailers can still sell existing inventory as appeals and licensing negotiations move forward.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 16 Feb 2026 08:45

GTA 5 mod shrinks file size to 2.5GB, as high storage prices force drastic measures

Even with 2013 origins, GTA 5 now demands more than 100GB of install space. A new mod creates a much lighter, more portable version of the title. While players could avoid pricey storage upgrades, they may decide that the visual downgrades forced by the GTA 5 mod aren’t acceptable.

Adam Corsetti, 16 Feb 2026 00:24

PlayStation Plus Premium and Extra see a big price drop during Sony’s Lunar New Year sale

Sony is currently offering a big discount on PlayStation Plus. The Premium tier is 35% off, and existing customers can also upgrade their plans at discounted prices.

Abdul Haddi, 15 Feb 2026 11:38

Deal | Ryzen 7 9850X3D drops to $399.99 on Newegg for a limited time

The Ryzen 7 9850X3D was launched a few weeks ago, on January 29, and Newegg is already offering a big discount on it. While it normally costs $499, Newegg has knocked $100 off.

Abdul Haddi, 14 Feb 2026 18:20

Acer confirms price hike for multiple products from February 20

Different companies have already increased the prices of their products due to the ongoing memory crisis, and it seems like Acer is the next one to raise prices.

Abdul Haddi, 14 Feb 2026 17:49

Humble's Overwhelmingly Positive bundle and the Steam Deck.

Deal | Latest Humble Bundle offers 8 Steam Deck games with Overwhelmingly Positive reviews for $15

Humble has launched another solid bundle. This one is called Overwhelmingly Positive, and it focuses on quality rather than quantity. It offers eight games in total, and you can take them home for just $15.

Abdul Haddi, 14 Feb 2026 15:54

Resident Evil Requiem banner with Grace and Alyssa Ashcroft

Resident Evil Requiem DLC and Resident Evil 10 release dates may be sooner than expected

A new update from a Capcom insider would be welcome news for horror fans. Dusk Golem anticipates the publisher prioritizing Resident Evil Requiem DLC, potentially featuring Alyssa Ashcroft. The Resident Evil 10 release date could also be on a fast track, with 2029 as a possibility.

Adam Corsetti, 14 Feb 2026 02:19

Flagship Nova Lake-S desktop CPU is expected to pack 16 P-cores, 32 E-cores, and 4 LP E-cores.

Intel Nova Lake power consumption leak reveals double the PL2 of Arrow Lake making beefy cooling solutions necessity

A complete table showing the PL1, PL2, PL3, and PL4 power limits of Intel Nova Lake has leaked online. The figures leaked show a PL2 of close to 500 W for the dual-compute-tile high-end/flagship Nova Lake CPUs.

Fawad Murtaza, 13 Feb 2026 23:32

Corsair Vengeance Light Kit and DDR5 RAM are shown

As memory prices rise, Corsair changes DDR5 RAM packaging to combat fake modules

Corsair has a new strategy to curtail fraudulent returns and sellers intent on scamming buyers. Revamped packaging for Vengeance DDR5 RAM makes it more challenging to hide fake memory inside. Despite the change, there have been claims of Corsair itself exploiting the shortage.

Adam Corsetti, 13 Feb 2026 17:38

The combined sales of AMD Ryzen and Intel Core CPUs have dropped considerably.

Amazon January CPU sales tank 51% year-over-year as high RAM and SSD prices kill budget desktop builds

The latest Amazon US CPU sales data for January 2026 shows a concerning trend. Many consumers are not buying new CPUs, as CPU sales have seen an enormous 51% decline from January 2025 to January 2026. The relative position of AMD Ryzen and Intel Core processors has remained unchanged, as AMD CPUs remain at the top of the sales chart.

Fawad Murtaza, 13 Feb 2026 12:02

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Ex-President's shift away from Xbox consoles to cloud gaming reportedly caused friction

DDR5 gets cheaper: RAM prices appear to drop in Germany, and to some extent in the US as well

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate could add World of Warcraft, Minecraft, and other subscriptions

GTA 6 console and PC price may have leaked and it’s what we all feared

Jim Keller's Royal Core project: Intel is actively developing Unified Cores to ditch separate P and E-cores in future CPU architectures

OmegaLinux switches from Ubuntu to Arch in 2026.02.21 release

Resident Evil Requiem leaks prompt ex-Capcom director to wish death for offending gamers

Deal | Outstanding AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D gaming CPU bundled with 32 GB DDR5-6400 RAM scores $350 discount

Phil Spencer reportedly planned to launch new Xbox console, but slow sales forced retirement

Akasa Euler CMX: Tiny 4-liter fanless PC case arrives with support for up to Intel Core Ultra 200 CPUs

81% Mini-PC with top price-performance reviewed: Peladn HO5 with Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 as an insider tip against Geekom and Minisforum

AMD Ryzen 11,000-series Zen 6 desktop CPUs tipped to launch in 2027

Google scrambles to patch flaws as exploit code goes public

Deal | Gamers can now save $370 on this 32 GB DDR5 RAM and Asus TUF X870E motherboard combo

New RTX 5090 Ti hints at minor spec bump with a notable increase in power consumption

Sony shut down Bloodborne remake fan project before scrutinized Bluepoint Games closure

Xbox Game Pass subscribers can play this critically-acclaimed shooter for free, but only for a limited time

Todd Howard talks The Elder Scrolls 6 progress, Starfield 2.0, Fallout titles, and more

Windows 10 ESU update KB5075912 bumps 22H2 to Build 19045.6937

Cyberpunk 2077's infamous relic chip can now be yours

Nvidia releases 580.126.18 Linux driver to fix Kernel 6.19 compatibility issues

Intel Arc B580 sees major performance boost with XeSS 3 Multi-Frame Generation without big latency hit

Valve takes aim at vague performance reviews with new Steam beta rollout

Keychron K3 HE and K3 Ultra low-profile keyboard launch reveals sleek wood-accents, surprisingly low prices, and specs galore

Resident Evil Requiem copies leak before release date, revealing the fate of characters

Mewgenics has surpassed one million copies sold in just a week, generating over $23 million in revenue

Update | Highguard website’s abrupt shutdown has players assuming the worst

Crimson Desert could dethrone GTA 6 as GOTY, game dev admires potential

Asus confirms sales suspension for select laptops and PCs after Nokia HEVC ruling

ProArt Keyboard KD300: Asus releases new 65% wireless keyboard with global launch coming

Reddit erupts over KB5077181: New update triggers rhythmic gaming stutter

Xbox announces 8 new games coming to Game Pass soon

New fastest gaming CPU: Ryzen 7 9850X3D outperforms Ryzen 7 9800X3D in gaming but consumes 32% more power

Developers complain about Steam moderation, with bigotry rampant in reviews and forums

Darkhaven: New ARPG by former Diablo developers gets playable demo on Steam

Final Fantasy 7 Remake director calls PS5 Pro "mid-range", with PC as his "lead platform"

Developer confirms Crimson Desert will have no post-launch microtransactions

RTX 5070 Ti supply crunch pushes price by 25% to $1,000 in US while RX 9070 XT also suffers 21% price hike

Windows 11 KB5077181: Update causes boot loops, DHCP errors, and sign-in failures

Asus and Acer hit with laptop and PC sales ban amid Nokia HEVC patent dispute in Germany

GTA 5 mod shrinks file size to 2.5GB, as high storage prices force drastic measures

PlayStation Plus Premium and Extra see a big price drop during Sony’s Lunar New Year sale

Deal | Ryzen 7 9850X3D drops to $399.99 on Newegg for a limited time

Acer confirms price hike for multiple products from February 20

Deal | Latest Humble Bundle offers 8 Steam Deck games with Overwhelmingly Positive reviews for $15

Made for tinkerers and beginners alike: ZSA Voyager ergonomic low profile mechanical keyboard and Navigator track ball hands-on review

Resident Evil Requiem DLC and Resident Evil 10 release dates may be sooner than expected

Intel Nova Lake power consumption leak reveals double the PL2 of Arrow Lake making beefy cooling solutions necessity

As memory prices rise, Corsair changes DDR5 RAM packaging to combat fake modules

Amazon January CPU sales tank 51% year-over-year as high RAM and SSD prices kill budget desktop builds

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