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The BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed White Edition. (Source: Razer)

Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed White Edition debuts with potential for stylish all-day gaming

Razer touts its BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed as an "Ultra-Lightweight Esports" headset that unlocks a "fresh new level of clarity, power, and comfort". It is wireless, yet can also be used and charged via USB-C, and also boasts the OE...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Feb 2024 18:55

Lenovo launches 2024 Legion Y9000X in China (Image source: Lenovo [Edited])

2024 Lenovo Legion Y9000X gaming laptop debuts with two Nvidia RTX 40 series GPU options and Intel Core i9 CPU

Lenovo has refreshed its Legion gaming laptop lineup. Among the new models is the 2024 Y9000X, which packs the 14th gen Intel Core i9-14900HX CPU. There are two GPU options: Nvidia RTX 4060 and RTX 4070. Both configurations come w...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Feb 2024 18:32

Delta 1.5 brings some quality improvements to the iOS emulator. (Image via Delta w/ edits)

Delta v1.5 brings local multiplayer and more to popular iOS emulator

Delta is a fan favorite emulator for iOS that allows gamers to play classic Nintendo games. The newest update, available today, brings local multiplayer, AirPlay support, and other improvements and features.

Sam Medley, 21 Feb 2024 17:54

Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree is slated to launch with a load of new content (image via Bandai Namco)

Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree trailer confirms new areas, bosses, weapons and a late-June launch date

FromSoftware has shown off what Elden Ring's first (and likely only) DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree has in store. It includes a mix of old and new bosses set in an area called the "Shadow Realm". Pre-orders are live for PC, PlayStatio...

Anil Ganti, 21 Feb 2024 17:16

The Acer Predator Helios 16 is a 16" monster packing Intel's i7-13700HX and RTX 4070 graphics. (Source: Acer)

Deal | RTX 4070-powered Acer Predator Helios 16 gaming laptop gets a massive $500 price cut on Amazon

The Predator Helios 16 offers strong performance with a 13th Gen Intel Core i7 13700HX processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 GPU. Its 240 Hz display, PCIe Gen 4 SSD, and efficient cooling system allow for a commendable user experi...

Sambit Saha, 21 Feb 2024 16:57

Lenovo Legion Y9000K 2024 debuts with a slightly better processor than the 2023 model (Image source: Lenovo [Edited])

Lenovo Legion Y9000K 2024 gaming laptop debuts with Intel Core i9 and Nvidia RTX 4090

Lenovo has officially announced the Legion Y9000K 2024 in China, with the launch set for February 27. The gaming laptop has an Intel Core i9-14900HX CPU, Nvidia RTX 4090 GPU, 64 GB of DDR5 RAM, 2 TB SSD, a mini LED screen, and a b...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Feb 2024 16:23

Tenderfoot Tactics and ShapeNeon Chaos are also playable on PC. (Source: Xbox)

Xbox Store: Eight new games are available from today

Eight new games are being added to the Xbox Store today. We provide a brief overview of what players can expect from the various games.

Marius Müller, 21 Feb 2024 16:13

The Sony PS5 Pro launch is expected in a few months. (Image: Mahtab Mashuq)

Sony PlayStation 5 Pro to get DLSS alternative for 4K gaming at 120 Hz, analyst confirms launch in 2024

An analyst confirms rumors of the upcoming launch of the Sony PlayStation 5 Pro later this year, while recent rumors suggest that the console will be able to display games in 4K at 120 frames per second, thanks to Nvidia DLSS-styl...

Hannes Brecher, 21 Feb 2024 13:17

Hearts of Iron IV launcher after latest update (Source: Own)

Deal | Hearts of Iron IV discounted by up to 70% until next week

Released more than seven years ago, Hearts of Iron IV received multiple updates and will get a new country pack, namely Trial of Allegiance, in about two weeks. Those who still have to get started can grab the basic game or the St...

Codrut Nistor, 21 Feb 2024 12:00

Starfield now supports AMD FSR 3.0 and Intel XeSS (image via Bethesda)

Starfield officially gets FSR 3.0 and XeSS support via latest update

Bethesda has rolled out update 1.9.67 for Starfield on PC. It adds support for AMD's FSR 3.0 and Intel's XeSS image upscaling tech and brings forth some minor QoL improvements.

Anil Ganti, 21 Feb 2024 02:05

Souls fans will finally get a glmpse at Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree DLC soon (image via FromSoftware)

Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree trailer confirmed for a February 21 release

FromSoftware has stated it will show off what Elden Ring's first DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, has in store for us via a trailer. It will be broadcast on the company's YouTube channel on 21/02/2024 15:00 UTC.

Anil Ganti, 21 Feb 2024 00:46

Bethesda puts seven games inside a classic Fallout nuke. (Image: Bethesda)

Bethesda Fallout S.P.E.C.I.A.L. Anthology packs seven games into battery-powered mini-nuke

Bethesda is reissuing the Fallout Anthology as the S.P.E.C.I.A.L. Edition, packing seven games into a charming mini-nuke container aimed primarily at long-time fans of the series. Preorders are now already possible.

Hannes Brecher, 21 Feb 2024 00:04

Sony set to launch the PlayStation 5 Pro by the second half of this year, claim analysts. (Source: Sony)

Sony reportedly preparing for PlayStation 5 Pro release in the second half of 2024 ahead of GTA VI launch, claim analysts

Sony is reportedly preparing to launch an upgraded "Pro" version of its PlayStation 5 console amid declining sales forecasts. The move aims to reignite consumer interest and coincide with the highly anticipated release of Grand Th...

Sambit Saha, 20 Feb 2024 23:43

The LG UltraGear OLED 27GS95QE has a matte AG coating and a flat display finish. (Image source: LG)

LG UltraGear OLED 27GS95QE: New 240 Hz OLED gaming monitor released globally

LG has brought the UltraGear OLED 27GS95QE to more markets. The UltraGear OLED 27GS95QE features a 27-inch OLED panel that outputs at 1440p and 240 Hz. Available for $899.99, the OLED gaming monitor also has various ports, includi...

Alex Alderson, 20 Feb 2024 20:18

The UltraGear 27GR95UM has been plagued with display issues at launch. (Image source: LG)

LG UltraGear 27GR95UM: Mini LED gaming monitor quietly launches globally with early firmware fix for local dimming and halo issues

LG has begun selling the UltraGear 27GR95UM globally. Available currently for $899.99, the LG UltraGear 27GR95UM features 1,560 Mini LED backlight zones, the performance of which LG hopes to have improved with an early firmware up...

Alex Alderson, 20 Feb 2024 20:14

The Predator XB273K V3 appears to be a European exclusive for the time being. (Image source: Acer)

Acer Predator XB273K V3: New 4K gaming monitor receives European release with HDMI 2.1 connectivity

Acer has started selling the Predator XB273K V3 in Europe. Equipped with a 27-inch IPS panel, the Predator XB273K V3 offers a 4K resolution, a 160 Hz refresh rate and HDMI 2.1 connectivity, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 20 Feb 2024 20:08

Xiaomi has not commented on global availability for its new Mini LED gaming monitor yet. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Display G Pro 27: New Mini LED gaming monitor released with launch discounts

Xiaomi is now selling the Redmi Display G Pro 27, a gaming monitor based around 1,152 Mini LED local dimming zones. The Xiaomi Redmi Display G Pro 27 is also VESA DisplayHDR 1000 certified with a 1440p native resolution and a 180 ...

Alex Alderson, 20 Feb 2024 20:04

High quality OLED screen (Image Source: HP)

Deal | HP Omen Transcend 14 gaming laptop with Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and Nvidia RTX 4060 gets 27% discount

Other specs include 16 GB LPDDR5 RAM, 512 GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD storage, 2.8K OLED screen and a Thunderbolt 4 port. This configuration does not come with a Wi-Fi 7 card and the GPU is limited to 80 W TGP.

Bogdan Solca, 20 Feb 2024 18:22

The Play Station Portable is reportedly able to play GTA Liberty City natively, thanks to fresh hack. (Source: Andy Nguyen via Twitter)

PlayStation Portal hacked to run GTA Liberty City natively, thanks to the PPSSPP emulator

In a significant breakthrough in console gaming tech, hackers claim to have unlocked native gaming capabilities for the PlayStation Portal system originally designed for streaming content from the PlayStation 5 console. With the p...

Sambit Saha, 20 Feb 2024 17:54

Colorfire MEOW gaming laptop to launch on February 23 (Image source: Colorful)

Colorful teases MEOW gaming laptop with AMD AI CPU and Nvidia RTX 40 series GPU

Chinese brand Colorfire, a sub-brand of Colorful, has teased the MEOW gaming laptop. While the teaser didn't go into details, it did say that the notebook will feature an AMD AI CPU and Nvidia RTX 40 series GPU. The brand also sha...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 20 Feb 2024 14:58

If you want Civilization 6 including all 15 DLCs, you need the Anthology Bundle, which is currently 53 percent off on Steam and thus costs 98 instead of 210 euros. (Source: IGN)

Civilization 6 on Steam including eight DLCs with 91 percent discount almost for free

Civilization 6 is considered one of the most successful strategy games ever. If you want the game with the most important DLCs, you normally have to put almost 170 euros on the table. On Steam, players can currently get the Platin...

Marius Müller, 20 Feb 2024 13:38

Marvel's Spider-Man 2 dominated this year's D.I.C.E. Awards show

With no less than six wins, Marvel's Spider-Man 2 by Insomniac Games was closely followed by Baldur's Gate 3, which managed five wins during the 27th edition of the D.I.C.E. Awards. This video game industry awards show debuted in ...

Codrut Nistor, 20 Feb 2024 11:55

The Acer Predator Triton 14 rocks a per-key RGB keyboard.

Deal | Mini-LED Acer Predator Triton 14 with Core i7-13700H and RTX 4070 enjoys respectable 23.3% discount on Newegg

The 2023 Acer Predator Triton 14 with an RTX 4070 laptop GPU, a Core i7-13700H CPU, 16 GB of LPDDR5 memory, 512 GB of storage, and a mini-LED display is currently on sale for only $1,149.99 on Newegg. Owing to its fast components,...

Fawad Murtaza, 20 Feb 2024 11:11

The Playdate is finally in stock, two years after its launch. (Image: Panic)

Playdate gaming handheld with crank finally in stock

The peculiar Playdate gaming handheld with a crank was previously only available with long delivery times of several months in some cases. Now, the device is finally in stock again. Thanks to Playdate's web-based store, far more g...

Hannes Brecher, 20 Feb 2024 01:42

The RTX 3080-powered ThinkPad T15g Gen 2 laptop with a 4K screen has dropped to $1,073 (Image: Lenovo)

Deal | Lenovo ThinkPad T15g laptop with RTX 3080, 4K display and 32GB RAM is 60% off today

The ThinkPad T15g is not directly designed to be used for gaming, but thanks to a dedicated RTX 3080 graphics card and a super-sharp 4K IPS display, the steeply discounted Lenovo laptop might be worth a look for ThinkPad fans who ...

Enrico Frahn, 19 Feb 2024 21:59

Gaming in 2024: Top 4 trends to watch out for (Source: Unsplash)

Gaming in 2024: Top 4 trends to watch out for including AI and AR

CheckMag The gaming industry is constantly adapting to new trends and innovations. In 2024, several key developments are expected to drive the industry forward and attract millions of new players. Below are the top four major trends expect...

Triet Le, 19 Feb 2024 21:49

The GPD Win 4 has a hidden physical keyboard. (Image source: GPD)

GPD Win 4 2024 and GPD G1 eGPU refreshes landing soon with various improvements over current models

GPD has announced its intentions to introduce new versions of its Win 4 gaming handheld and G1 eGPU. While the GPD G1 will gain improvements from refined I/O and additional buttons, the GPD Win 4 2024 will adopt AMD's new Ryzen 7 ...

Alex Alderson, 19 Feb 2024 18:16

In addition to popular Star Wars games, Respawn Entertainment is also known for successful titles such as Apex Legends and Titanfall. (Source: Electronic Arts)

New Star Wars shooter from Respawn: according to rumors, this time it's all about a Mandalorian

It is already known that Respawn is working on a first-person shooter in the Star Wars universe. Now new rumors about the game's content have surfaced. To the delight of many fans, a Mandalorian could take center stage in the new ...

Marius Müller, 19 Feb 2024 15:01

The Tulpar gaming handheld may well be a white-label product. (Image source: Intel)

New ONEXPLAYER X1 and MSI Claw gaming handheld rival may launch under multiple names with 1200p display and Intel Meteor Lake-H processor

It seems that Intel has developed a new gaming handheld that will soon launch under various names. Previously seen bearing 'Tulpar' branding, the white label product has previously leaked as the Emdoor EM-GP080MTL with an 8-inch a...

Alex Alderson, 19 Feb 2024 13:09

The BenQ X300G 4K gaming projector is now available in Europe and Australia. (Image source: BenQ)

BenQ X300G new 4K short throw gaming projector rolls out to more countries

BenQ is now selling its recently released X300G projector in Europe and Australia. The 4K short throw model is designed for gaming, with various preset modes to optimize the experience. Other features include built-in speakers, au...

Polly Allcock, 19 Feb 2024 12:40

Sneki Snek is here to brighten up your gaming. (Source: Razer)

Razer Sneki Snek Wall Light launches for some new sustainable gaming ambience

Razer’s Sneki Snek mascot is back to “Ssssave More Trees” in a new wall-mounted neon LED form. It allows the user to decorate their gaming space with the adorable character in full RGB, and is rated for a simple, "plug-and-play" i...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Feb 2024 22:44

Use your own gaming PC to play your games from anywhere (Source: NotebookCheck)

Forget the PlayStation Portal, here’s how to make a headless gaming PC and set up your own cloud gaming service

CheckMag You might ask what use a gaming PC is without a monitor, but the ability to store your PC in any room in the house and play games using any device you can attach a controller to does have its benefits. If you have a solid network ...

David Devey, 18 Feb 2024 20:37

Top game picks for 2024: Four releases to play now

CheckMag 2024 is shaping up to be an exciting year for video game releases. While some anticipated games have already been released, there are still several major titles expected later in the year without confirmed release dates. Here are ...

Triet Le, 18 Feb 2024 20:29

MSI Claw benchmarked against the Asus Rog Ally (Image source: 拜托了小峰峰 on Bilibili)

MSI Claw with Intel Core Ultra 7 155H struggles against Asus ROG Ally with AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme in early gaming tests

The official review embargo of the recently announced MSI Claw hasn't lifted yet, but Chinese outlets have already started to share performance results. One such gaming benchmark pits the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H of the gaming hand...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 18 Feb 2024 15:56

Parts of PS5 are becoming more and more expensive, and things could be worse for PS6 (Image source: PlayStation)

Upcoming PS6 and Xbox gaming consoles will be very expensive or offer small performance gains, comments a known leaker

A well-known hardware leaker named Kepler says that the upcoming PS6 and Xbox gaming consoles will either have significantly high prices or smaller performance gains. The tipster made the comment as a follow-up to Hiroki Totoki's,...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 18 Feb 2024 10:34

Steam Deck OLED and competitors with OLED screens

Steam Deck OLED or Windows handheld? Not just a question of taste

Compared to the Steam Deck, Windows handhelds with the latest processors are often much more powerful. The operating system itself may also be a obvious factor for many users. But the Steam Deck has its own advantages.

Marc Herter, 18 Feb 2024 01:58

Ryzen 9 7900X3D crashes to a new record-low price on Amazon (Image source: AMD)

Deal | Super fast AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D gaming CPU reaches new all-time low price

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D is one of the fastest processors you can get right now. Featuring 12 cores and 24 threads, the CPU is an easy choice for high-end gaming builds. What's more is that the processor is now cheaper than ever, w...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 17 Feb 2024 19:24

The ROG Phone 8 Pro mid-teardown. (Source: JerryRigEverything via YouTube)

ROG Phone 8 Pro bend test proceeds directly to teardown in new durability test video

The Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro is a new Android smartphone that costs nearly as much as a top-end Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, even without a titanium-reinforced frame. The popular YouTube channel JerryRigEverything has taken it upon itsel...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Feb 2024 19:08

Dragon's Dogma 2 will cost 69,99 US dollar for PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S in the US. (Source: Capcom)

Capcom: Permanent increase in game prices very likely

There are clear indications that Resident Evil publisher Capcom will follow in the footsteps of its industry colleagues and permanently raise its game prices to a base level of 70 US dollars.

Marius Müller, 17 Feb 2024 13:51

OLED display by default for Switch 2? (image Source: Nintendo)

Nintendo Switch 2 reportedly delayed to late Q1 2025

Industry sources cited by Bloomberg suggest that Nintendo informed select game publishers about a March 2025 launch for the next gen Switch successor. Initially believed to launch later this year, the Switch 2 is allegedly pushed ...

Bogdan Solca, 17 Feb 2024 13:42

The Slimbook Hero combines gaming hardware with Linux. (Image: Slimbook)

Slimbook Hero gaming laptop combines Linux Manjaro with 140W GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

The Slimbook Hero is a new Linux-based gaming notebook that is designed for first-class gaming thanks to the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060, Manjaro Linux, Steam and Proton, all without Windows.

Hannes Brecher, 17 Feb 2024 00:19

The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 16 with an AMD Ryzen 7 and RTX 4070 is now cheaper than ever (Image: Alex Wätzel)

Deal | RTX 4070-powered Legion Pro 5 Gen 8 gets big 32% price cut in Lenovo's new gaming laptop sale

The 16-inch gaming laptop is further equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX Zen 4 processor and a suitable 165Hz QHD screen with full sRGB color space coverage. Thanks to a substantial discount, the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 Gen 8 is now j...

Enrico Frahn, 16 Feb 2024 22:06

The MAG 341CQP QD-OLED is available from $899.99 in the US. (Image source: MSI)

MSI MAG 341CQP QD-OLED released as new curved gaming monitor with 175 Hz refresh rate

MSI is now selling the MAG 341CQP QD-OLED, a 34-inch and 21:9 gaming monitor that debuted last month. Available across the EU, UK and the US, the MSI MAG 341CQP QD-OLED combines a 1440p resolution with a 170 Hz refresh, all the wh...

Alex Alderson, 16 Feb 2024 19:09

Alienware X16 R1 gaming laptop drops to $2,399.99 on Amazon (Image source: NotebookcheckReviews on YouTube)

Deal | Alienware X16 R1 gaming laptop with Core i9 and RTX 4080 sees nearly $600 discount on Amazon

The Alienware X16 R1 impressed us in our review. Equipped with an Intel Core i9-13900HK, Nvidia RTX 4080, and 32 GB of RAM, this gaming laptop has what it takes to handle anything you throw at it. Of course, all that high-end perf...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 16 Feb 2024 19:04

The MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED is significantly cheaper than its ASUS counterpart. (Image source: MSI)

MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED launch pricing undercuts both ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM and Dell Alienware AW3225QF

MSI has announced launch pricing for the MPG 321URX QD-OLED, its rival to the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM and Dell Alienware AW3225QF. Available first in the UK and Europe with a US launch to follow, the MPG 321URX QD-OLED combin...

Alex Alderson, 16 Feb 2024 18:13