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Ubisoft is testing a new tool that lets players use the essential features of Ubisoft Connect, Ubisoft’s launcher, without installing it separately. This tool is currently being tested on Steam and is being designed to work only with Ubisoft games purchased from Steam.

Remedy has revealed the final system requirements for Control Resonant, the sequel to 2019’s Control. Its previously released requirements outlined the hardware needed to run the game at minimum and recommended levels without ray or path tracing.

The Geekom IT13 2026 Edition remains true to its familiar NUC design but receives a significant hardware update. With the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H from the Panther Lake generation, the integrated graphics unit in particular is expected to offer significantly more performance. At the same time, there is a more affordable version with the Core i5-13500H.

Recommended Danganronpa 2×2 PC specs are far more demanding than anticipated. For the best graphics, developers suggest 32 GB of memory and an upper-mid-range GPU. The publisher has also revealed performance targets for Switch, Switch 2, PlayStation, and Xbox consoles.

AMD has revealed two new budget processors: the Ryzen 5 5500F and the Ryzen 5 7500. Both processors suit budget-conscious buyers and are available at U.S. retailers today.

A clearer picture of why Sony abandoned a Hideo Kojima project is emerging. A Bloomberg article claims that spiraling budgets and missed deadlines prompted PlayStation to drop Physint. After embracing PS5 exclusive games, the lack of an SIE-published PC version would also have hurt revenue.

Lenovo has released a new budget LOQ gaming PC internationally. Arriving two months earlier than expected, the LOQ 17IRH11 can be configured with up to 32 GB of RAM, an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 Ti and 1.5 TB of storage. Pricing is significantly higher in the Eurozone than Lenovo had planned, though.

Lenovo has released a new 27-inch desktop internationally. Arriving two months earlier than expected, the IdeaCentre AIO 27IWC11 combines a 120 Hz display with 32 GB of RAM, Intel Wildcat Lake processors and a choice of six colour options.

Lenovo has released one of its small form factor (SFF) desktops a month ahead of schedule. Now available in the UK and the Eurozone, the ThinkCentre M75s Gen 6 can be configured with one of six AMD Ryzen processors, 3 TB of storage, 32 GB of RAM and an optional desktop GPU packing 8 GB of GDDR6 VRAM.

Microsoft's September 2026 Patch Tuesday fixes major exploited Windows zero-days and rolls out new taskbar, Start menu, and search options for Windows 11.

High performance in a desktop-friendly chassis: System76’s new workstation is built specifically for local AI workloads and can be configured with dual graphics cards and AMD Ryzen processors across the board.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance director Daniel Vavra says DLSS 5’s neural rendering restores the sequel’s intended lighting, shadows, and facial detail without altering its underlying geometry. Critics argue the technology can overpolish visuals, while unofficial tests rely on a leaked build because the game isn't officially supported yet.

Lenovo has revealed the ThinkCentre M75t Gen 6, a new 13.6L desktop powered by AMD Gorgon Point and Phoenix processors. It can be configured with up to 64GB of DDR5-5600 RAM and Radeon RX 6400 discrete graphics with an upgraded 8GB of VRAM.

Lenovo has released a new 24-inch desktop with a 120 Hz display. Available internationally, the ThinkCentre Neo 50a 24 Gen 7 also contains up to 32 GB of RAM, a 1 TB SSD and a choice of Intel Wildcat Lake processors.

Although the Apple Mac mini is very powerful thanks to the Apple M6, it offers only a limited selection of ports, while Apple’s SSD upgrades are extremely expensive. The latest Wokyis M6 docking station addresses this very issue and, at the same time, adds a display to the mini PC.

SteelSeries has expanded its controller portfolio with an Xbox and PC option that can seamlessly switch between the two platforms. It also comes with the company’s Infinite Battery System, made popular by the Arctis Nova headsets.

Lenovo has released one of its latest mini-PCs sooner than anticipated. Sporting a mere 1-litre case size, the ThinkCentre M75q Gen 6 contains user-upgradeable RAM and storage, as well as a choice of AMD Ryzen AI Pro 400 processors and over a dozen ports.

Denuvo is becoming less of a factor with the DRM surviving in fewer games. The latest round of cracks saw 6 titles, including Mortal Kombat 1 and Persona 3 Reload, compromised in one day. Another individual, besides voices38 tackled Far Cry 5, emerging as a new threat to the protection.

The PlayStation 5 emulation scene is making rapid progress, with the KytyPS5 emulator recently achieving up to 60 FPS while running the console version of GTA 5 on PC. A video demonstration posted on X by user ihc160 shows the game's prologue running smoothly on high-end hardware before inevitably crashing.

Nvidia has confirmed that DLSS 5 will eventually support RTX 40-series GPUs, though it hasn't announced a release date, as optimization remains focused on the RTX 50 series. The compute-intensive neural rendering technology enhances lighting, shadows, and facial detail, delivering improved visual fidelity at a significant performance cost.

AMD has unveiled the Threadripper Halo Station, a liquid-cooled AI workstation combining a 96-core Ryzen Threadripper PRO processor with up to two Instinct MI350P accelerators. AMD says the machine can be configured with up to four Instinct MI350P cards later.

According to a Video Games Chronicle journalist, Rockstar may shift its strategy in response to console shortages. An earlier-than-expected GTA 6 PC port could offset lost sales. Even so, developers are likely focusing on PS5 and Xbox performance, suggesting a PC release date is still far off.

Ubisoft has announced it will begin restricting players on Linux and the Steam Deck from playing its title For Honor. The publisher is citing a lack of anti-cheat support on those platforms as a key issue.

Lenovo’s new 24‑ and 27‑inch IdeaCentre AIO i desktops launch in six colors designed in collaboration with Pantone to brighten workspaces. Both all‑in‑one PCs offer Intel Core 7 350 processors, 120 Hz IPS displays, Harman speakers, ample USB connectivity, and optional touchscreens, starting at $939.99.

The Lenovo ThinkCentre X Ultra mini PC couples an AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 CPU with up to 128 GB of RAM. One unit offers up to 131 total TOPS for AI workloads, while four ThinkCentre X Ultras can be clustered to run very large AI models with over 500 TOPS of compute power.

Lenovo has launched a new compact desktop PC. Launching globally before the end of 2026, the ThinkCentre M75q Gen 6 weighs under 2 kg, despite containing over a dozen ports and up to 64 GB of RAM, as well as AMD Zen 5 processors and dual M.2 2280 storage.

Lenovo has launched a new desktop PC globally. Featuring a choice of modern AMD Zen 5 processors, the ThinkCentre M75s Gen 6 also includes up to 64 GB of DDR5 RAM, dual PCIe Gen 5 SSDs and a PCIe slot for adding dedicated GPUs. Lenovo has confirmed pricing and availability for two key markets, too.

Buyers can pre-order the Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Deluxe and Collector’s Editions ahead of its April 8th release date. At $350, the Collector’s option demands a serious investment from players. Still, it includes exclusive story DLC expansions and a wide range of physical bonuses.

Pearl Abyss shared back in May that it was working on a DLC for Crimson Desert. It has now made it official, with a release planned for October 15. The paid DLC is called Charting the Unknown and is available for pre-order.

Capcom has scheduled a 40-minute Capcom Spotlight broadcast for September 16, 2026, at Tokyo Game Show 2026, expected to feature Resident Evil Veronica plus more.

Grand Theft Auto V: Enhanced Edition on PC has numerous ray-tracing features, far outstripping Enhanced on consoles. But how does it compare to Grand Theft Auto VI?

Nvidia recently released Game Ready Driver 616.56 to add support for some newly released games. However, it seems the update is causing different problems for some users, including flickering.

SteamDB is the go-to platform for tracking information about games like update history, game build information, depots, manifests, files, and more. The site will now be handing over the reins to Nexus Mods after years of being run by just one person.

Acer has launched a new compact desktop PC globally. Featuring Nvidia's new RTX Spark platform, the appropriately named SFF RTX Spark also leverages up to 128 GB RAM with four USB Type-C ports at it disposal.

The Acer Aspire S24 and S27 AIO desktops, now updated with Intel 300 series SoCs, target students and home offices with modern processors and 144 Hz displays in a slim frame. Both all‑in‑one systems offer 99% sRGB coverage, optional stylus and touchscreen input, and up to 16 GB of RAM and 1 TB of storage.

The number of OLED gaming monitors with RGB Stripe Tandem advantages keeps multiplying. At IFA 2026, Alienware is debuting a 32-inch 4K model that showcases the more efficient panel. The AW3226Q offers a 165 Hz refresh rate and connectivity that accommodates PC and console gamers.

Lenovo is now selling a new desktop PC in the US. Built around Intel's Panther Lake architecture, the ThinkCentre X AIO Aura Edition also contains a strange display aimed at maximising vertical multitasking.

Xbox Game Pass subscribers have until September 15 to play these 10 games before they leave the service. The outgoing batch includes several high-profile titles, including Cyberpunk 2077, Dead Cells, Frostpunk 2, and Deep Rock Galactic Survivor.

Xbox has revealed the first wave of Game Pass additions for September 2026. Eight games are either joining or receiving major updates through September 15, including the day-one release of SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed.

Cheat makers, beware: Activision now has a camera crew in tow to disrupt operations. The company also claims it has disrupted as many as 375 reseller operations to date.

Nvidia's fresh $3.5 bln investment into MediaTek cements the multi-generation partnership of the two companies that plan to further co-develop advanced technologies across AI infrastructure, local AI computing, and automotive platforms. For the upcoming desktop and laptop Spark chips, Nvidia will provide the high-performance graphics and AI compute architectures, while MediaTek will handle the ultra-efficient SoC integration.

Lenovo has unveiled a new ThinkCentre AIO PC. The new ThinkCentre neo 50a 27 Gen 7 moves to Intel Wildcat Lake processors and adds a smoother 120Hz touchscreen with up to 32GB of LPDDR5x RAM and dual M.2 PCIe Gen 4 SSD slots.

Framework has revealed more details about its upcoming Desktop configuration powered by AMD’s Ryzen AI Max+ Pro 495 Gorgon Halo APU. Alongside support for up to 192 GB of unified memory, the system offers around 6.6% more memory bandwidth than the existing Strix Halo model.

Bit Reactor’s tactical strategy title is a hit among PC gamers. Days after the Star Wars Zero Company release date, it set a new high concurrent Steam player count. The turn-based strategy game is more popular than the narrative-driven Jedi Survivor or the multiplayer shooter Battlefront II.

Lenovo has announced the LOQ Tower 17IRH11, an entry-level gaming PC powered by Intel Core 200 series mobile processors. Set to launch first in Europe, it also features up to Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 Ti graphics, 32GB of dual-channel DDR5 RAM, and a 1TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD.

The BBC questioned Xbox CEO Asha Sharma about the multiplatform status of The Elder Scrolls 6. At Gamescom 2026, Asha Sharma refused to confirm whether it will launch on the PS5, PS6, or Switch 2. As an exclusive, the Bethesda title would drive Xbox console adoption, but also impact game sales.

Rockstar’s anticipated open-world title may not exceed 30 fps on the Xbox, PS5, or PS5 Pro. A GTA 6 PC port lurks as a solution for players who prefer smoother gameplay. Unfortunately, a breakdown of the Netflix Extended Look suggests that few configurations might achieve 60 fps.

CD Projekt Red announced The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered as a free upgrade for base game owners, and it will be released on September 29. The minimum and recommended requirements have now been revealed.

The Geekom A9 Max is now available in a new version with two RAM modules. The dual-channel configuration gives the Radeon 890M significantly better 3D performance. We’ll show you just how much of an impact the new memory configuration has on performance.