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Rockstar is finally giving gamers a first official look at Grand Theft Auto 6 (Image: wccftech)

GTA 6: Rockstar announces exact release date of first official trailer

Developer Rockstar Games has finally revealed the release date of the highly anticipated GTA 6 trailer, for which fans of the wildly successful open-world action game only have to wait a few more days. Even an exact time is mentio...

Enrico Frahn, 01 Dec 2023 20:24

The Nintendo Switch 2 is likely to come in an OLED variant at some point in its product life cycle. (Image source: Nintendo/Samsung Display - edited)

Nintendo Switch 2 OLED rumor potentially resurfaces helping multiple SKU theory become more credible

A report out of Korea may have offered some hope for Nintendo fans wishing for a Switch 2 with an OLED panel. Recent rumors about the next-generation console have lent toward the idea that the Nintendo Switch 2 would come with a c...

Daniel R Deakin, 01 Dec 2023 19:09

NucDeck DIY gaming handheld gets some of its finish touches (Image source: CNCDan)

DIY NucDeck gaming handheld nears completion

The NucDeck DIY gaming handheld has made great progress throughout the past six months. At this point, the project is close to being completed, with Daniel McKenzie, the person behind the project, sharing the full list of design f...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 01 Dec 2023 17:49

ASUS has now enabled gyroscope controls on the ROG Ally. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

ASUS ROG Ally gains gyroscope controls and other new features with new updates

ASUS has brought more new features to the ROG Ally courtesy of Armoury Crate SE, MCU and BIOS updates. Now, the ASUS ROG Ally supports gyroscope controls and can disable its CPU turbo boost to extend battery life when gaming, amon...

Alex Alderson, 01 Dec 2023 16:33

AMD and Nvidia GPUs working side by side (Image Source: Quasar Zone)

Unholy union: AMD Fluid Motion Frames and Nvidia DLSS FG work in tandem to deliver up to 3X fps boosts in select games

Letting the Nvidia card do the rendering with Frame Gen and passing the resulting output through AFMF on the AMD card that is connected to the display, the average fps in Cyberpunk can be boosted by 290%. However, in some games, t...

Bogdan Solca, 01 Dec 2023 14:41

Steam will no longer receive updates on older version of macOS. (Image via Valve w/ edits)

Steam to cut support for macOS 10.14 and earlier

Valve announced today that it would no longer support the Steam Client on macOS 10.14 or earlier versions starting February 15th. The decision comes as a result of Apple dropping support for 32-bit applications with macOS 10.15.

Sam Medley, 01 Dec 2023 00:10

The AYANEO Pocket S in one of its two colour options. (Image source: AYANEO)

AYANEO Pocket S: Gameplay footage of Snapdragon G3x Gen2 gaming handheld showcased before release

AYANEO has showcased gameplay footage of the Pocket S, an Android gaming handheld based on the Snapdragon G3x Gen2. The AYANEO Pocket S should be available early next year, although it remains in the prototyping stage for the time...

Alex Alderson, 30 Nov 2023 21:28

The AOC Gaming CU34G2XP/BK has four video outputs. (Image source: AOC)

AOC Gaming CU34G2XP/BK debuts with four video inputs, USB hub and 180 Hz refresh rate

The Gaming CU34G2XP/BK is AOC's more expensive alternative to the CU34G2XE/BK. Not only does the AOC Gaming CU34G2XP/BK boast 400 nits peak brightness, but it also delivers 1 ms GtG response times, a 1440p resolution, a 180 Hz ref...

Alex Alderson, 30 Nov 2023 21:23

The AOC Gaming CU34G2XE/BK should be available in December. (Image source: AOC)

AOC Gaming CU34G2XE/BK: New 1500R curved gaming monitor debuts with 1440p resolution and 144 Hz refresh rate

The Gaming CU34G2XE/BK is one of AOC's latest gaming monitors. Based around a 34-inch VA panel, the AOC Gaming CU34G2XE/BK delivers a 1440p and 144 Hz gaming experience with 1 ms MPRT response times.

Alex Alderson, 30 Nov 2023 21:21

OnePlus hypes the 12 as a gaming powerhouse. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 12: Rain Touch Control display demos gaming prowess in new leak

OnePlus has just confirmed second-gen Rain Touch Control and Tiangong cooling technology for its upcoming flagship Android smartphone. The 12 has allegedly shown these new AnTuTu Benchmark-destroying enhancements off already in an...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Nov 2023 20:03

Dell is plotting at least three Alienware gaming laptop refreshes for January 2024. (Image source: Windows Report)

Alienware m16 R2, Alienware m18 R2 and Alienware x16 R2 leak before rumoured CES 2024 launch

It appears that Dell is planning to upgrade at least three Alienware gaming laptops early next year. According to a new report, second-generation refreshes of the Alienware m16, Alienware m18 and Alienware x18 are due, but not all...

Alex Alderson, 30 Nov 2023 18:38

The AW3225QF is one of two Alienware gaming monitors that Dell will launch at CES 2024. (Image source: Windows Report)

Alienware AW2725DF and AW3225QF to launch during CES 2024 as official images surface

Windows Report has shared new details about the AW2725DF and AW3225QF, a pair of Alienware gaming monitors that Dell showcased at TwitchCon 2023. While neither is rumoured to arrive until January 2024, Windows Report has obtained ...

Alex Alderson, 30 Nov 2023 18:35

Diablo II: Resurrected, Mephisto's lair with Unreal Engine 5 graphics (Source: Michał Wawruch on ArtStation)

Fan-made Diablo II: Resurrected Unreal Engine 5 demo now available for download

Released across multiple platforms in late September, 2021, Diablo II: Resurrected is a remaster of Diablo II and the Lord of Destruction expansion with 4K graphics and 7.1 Dolby Surround sound. While it significantly improves upo...

Codrut Nistor, 30 Nov 2023 11:47

Nvidia could launch a new China-only graphics card next year (image via Zotac)

Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 D: China-only SKU to launch early next year with an AD102-250 GPU

A new leak says Nvidia plans to launch a new graphics card to comply with US sanctions. It will be called the GeForce RTX 4090 D and will cost the same as the original.

Anil Ganti, 30 Nov 2023 04:38

The Asus ROG Ally is now discounted at Best Buy (image via own)

Deal | Asus ROG Ally with AMD Ryzen Z1 drops to US$399 on Best Buy thanks to US$200 discount

Both Asus ROG Ally variants have received a hefty price cut on Best Buy. The AMD Ryzen Z1-powered version can be had for US$399 new, and the Ryzen Z1 Extreme-powered flavour for US$599.

Anil Ganti, 30 Nov 2023 01:52

This year's Microsoft Ugly Sweater takes on one of the world's most iconic photos. (Image: Microsoft)

Microsoft turns iconic Windows XP "Bliss" wallpaper into Ugly Sweater

Microsoft is once again offering an Ugly Sweater again in 2023, this time based on the "Bliss" background image from Windows XP. If you missed Bliss, you can download four variations of the iconic wallpaper for free, both for PCs ...

Hannes Brecher, 30 Nov 2023 01:03

A teaser for Fantasy Life i has led to some discussion about the Nintendo Switch 2 release date. (Image source: Level-5/eian - edited)

Feasible Nintendo Switch 2 release date window possibly teased by Japanese video game developer

Yet another potential Nintendo Switch 2 release date window has turned up, this time via a source that could possibly have some insider information. A teaser for the game Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time has included an in...

Daniel R Deakin, 30 Nov 2023 00:03

The Sony PlayStation 5 could be significantly smaller, as a modder proves. (Image: Not From Concentrate)

Sony PlayStation 5 Tiny: Modder builds PS5 in mini PC format with external disk drive

The Sony PlayStation 5 Slim could have been much smaller, as a modder proves. A modified version of the console fits into a case with a volume of just three liters, making the game console more reminiscent of a mini PC.

Hannes Brecher, 29 Nov 2023 23:47

The Legion Slim 7 has received a big discount in Lenovo's latest gaming laptop sale (Image: Alex Wätzel)

Deal | Lenovo Legion Slim 7 QHD gaming laptop with AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS, RTX 4060 and 32GB RAM now 26% off

The attractive mid-range SKU of the 2023 Legion Slim 7 Gen 8 features AMD's powerful Zen 4-based processor as well as a beautiful QHD display with 240Hz, up to 400 nits as well as 100% sRGB coverage. Thanks to a steep discount, th...

Enrico Frahn, 29 Nov 2023 22:49

Lego 2K Drive is one of the three free PS Plus games for December 2023 (Image: 2K Games)

Free PS Plus games for December 2023 officially unveiled by Sony

(Update: Now available) Active PlayStation Plus subscribers can once again download and play three interesting titles for free in December 2023. This time, Sony is catering to Lego fans, digital adventurers and pressure washing af...

Enrico Frahn, 29 Nov 2023 22:08

Kangsters Wheely-X wheelchair fitness treadmill for exercise and esports. (Source: Kangster)

Kangsters Wheely-X treadmill for wheelchair cardio and esports awarded CES 2024 Innovation Award Honoree

Kangsters Wheely-X wheelchair fitness treadmill has been awarded a CES 2024 Innovation Award Honoree. Bluetooth connected sensors allow wheelchair users to participate in esports gaming and practice cardio exercises.

David Chien, 29 Nov 2023 21:03

Netflix's games library contains titles previously exclusive to other platforms. (Source - Netflix)

4 great Netflix games with controller support

CheckMag Netflix's library of games is steadily growing and it features some popular titles, but not all are compatible with a controller. However, there are still a handful that have controller support.

Habeeb Onawole, 29 Nov 2023 21:00

The Predator XB283K V3 is available at a US$60 discount. (Image source: Acer)

Predator XB283K V3: Acer's new 4K and 150 Hz gaming monitor already drops to US$439.99

Acer has launched the Predator XB283K V3, a 28-inch gaming monitor with an Innolux AAS panel. Available already for US$439.99, the Acer Predator XB283K V3 outputs at 4K with a 150 Hz refresh rate and high colour accuracy.

Alex Alderson, 29 Nov 2023 20:18

The Predator XB273U V3 is a cheaper alternative to the Predator XB283K V3. (Image source: Acer)

Acer Predator XB273U V3 debuts as new gaming monitor with 180 Hz refresh rate for US$249.99

Acer has started selling the Predator XB273U V3, a 27-inch IPS monitor that combines a 1440p resolution with a 180 Hz refresh rate. The Acer Predator XB273U V3 is available for US$249.99 and provides 400 nits peak brightness, amon...

Alex Alderson, 29 Nov 2023 20:14

Lowest price for an RTX 4060 laptop yet (Image Source: Walmart)

Deal | HP Victus gaming laptop with Intel i5-12500H and RTX 4060 is only US$699 at Walmart

Other specs include 16 GB of DDR4-3200 RAM, 512 GB PCIe 4.0 SSD storage, 15.6-inch 1080p 144 Hz IPS display and a full-size SD card reader. Walmart also throws in a free 1-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.

Bogdan Solca, 29 Nov 2023 16:31

Original LCD version vs new OLED version (Image Source: Eurogamer)

Third party mod enables 120 Hz refresh on the new Steam Deck OLED

The original LCD screens can also benefit from this mod, as it ups the refresh rate to 70 Hz. Users report that the battery life is not affected too much, but the versions integrating OLEDs supplied by Samsung may experience gamma...

Bogdan Solca, 29 Nov 2023 16:16

Radeon RX 7900M Alienware m18 R1 bugs addressed via display driver workaround

If you're experiencing display issues, Dell recommends rolling back your driver to v31.0.14076.3, A01. And if you're not, then don't update your display drivers at all even if AMD Adrenalin says otherwise. The latest drivers shoul...

Allen Ngo, 29 Nov 2023 05:48

Top 5 must-play games on Xbox Game Pass for every gamer

CheckMag This article explores the diverse and dynamic world of gaming through the lens of Xbox Game Pass, highlighting the top 5 must-play games that define the platform. These selections offer a mix of exciting stories, great gameplay, a...

Triet Le, 28 Nov 2023 22:34

Playstation console dominates the market. (Image source: Unsplash/jeshoots.com)

PlayStation outsells Xbox big time in Europe

October 2023 witnessed the sale of 10.21 million PC and console games across Europe, marking a marginal 2.3% year-on-year decline. In the realm of console hardware, the PS5 emerged as the indisputable leader in Europe with sales s...

Robert Gelo, 28 Nov 2023 22:19

Parents and kids alike prefer gaming holiday gifts. (Image source: Pexels/Ketut Subiyanto)

Report reveals children in the US want digital gaming for Christmas

A new report has revealed that children in the US would prefer games subscriptions and virtual currency over physical games for Christmas. A staggering 72% of US children expressed a desire for video game-related gifts for the upc...

Robert Gelo, 28 Nov 2023 22:14

The Data Frog R36S comes in three colour options. (Image source: Retro Game Corps)

Data Frog R36S: New Rockchip RK3326 retro gaming handheld now available for under US$35

The Data Frog R36S is another Rockchip RK3326-derived retro gaming handheld with a 3.5-inch display. While it shares all core features with the Powkiddy RGB20S, it does so while costing about 50% less without sacrificing performan...

Alex Alderson, 28 Nov 2023 20:26

The ONEXPLAYER ONEXGPU starts at US$599. (Image source: One-Netbook)

ONEXPLAYER ONEXGPU arrives as new eGPU with expansion options for US$599

One-Netbook has started selling the ONEXGPU, an eGPU that sits within its ONEXPLAYER brand. Available for US$599 initially, the ONEXGPU combines an AMD Radeon RX 7600M XT GPU with various ports, RGB lighting and M.2 SSD expansion.

Alex Alderson, 28 Nov 2023 19:20

The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a 720p webcam and a per-key RGB keyboard.

Deal | ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2023) price hits all-time low following 20% discount for RTX 4080 and Core i9-13980HX SKU

The ASUS ROG Strix G18 with an RTX 4080 GPU, a Core i9-13980HX CPU, 16 GB of DDR5-4800 memory, and 1 TB of PCIe Gen 4 storage is now going for a respectable 20% off at Best Buy. The price drop which represents a considerable disco...

Fawad Murtaza, 28 Nov 2023 10:36

Dirt 5 is an action-packed, arcare-style, off-road racing game that is discounted during the Steam Autumn Sale. (Image source: Steam - edited)

Steam Autumn Sale: 4 exhilarating racing game deals to round out the holiday sale event

CheckMag Here are some of the best racing games on Steam to round out the Steam Autumn Sale. Live life on the proverbial edge with Riders Republic, enjoy the off-road chaos in Dirt 5, or take things more seriously with Forza Horizon 5, all...

Julian van der Merwe, 28 Nov 2023 03:04

The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D is on sale at Amazon (image via own)

Deal | AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D gets hefty 20% price cut on Amazon

The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D can now be bought on Amazon for US$359. The 8-core, 16-thread Zen 4 processor is tailor-made for gaming PCs and outperforms even high-end Intel/AMD counterparts.

Anil Ganti, 28 Nov 2023 00:11

Assassin's Creed Syndicate can currently be downloaded for free. (Image: Ubisoft)

Assassin's Creed Syndicate available for free for a limited time

To celebrate Cyber Monday, Ubisoft is giving away the full version of Assassin's Creed Syndicate to PC gamers for a limited time. All you need to play is a compatible Windows computer and a free Ubisoft Connect account.

Hannes Brecher, 28 Nov 2023 00:00

Sony launches its end-of-year offers in the PlayStation Store in November. (Image: Sony)

PlayStation Store: Sony launches end-of-year offers with up to 95% discount on more than 1800 games

As the Black Friday deals come to an end, Sony is launching an even bigger sale on its PlayStation Store with over 1800 games discounted by up to 95%, including Alan Wake Remastered, Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart and the Director's ...

Hannes Brecher, 27 Nov 2023 23:44

The G16 7630 with an RTX 4070 and fast Core i9 CPU is currently on sale at Amazon (Image: Dell)

Deal | Dell G16 gaming laptop with Core i9-13900HX, RTX 4070 and 165Hz QHD display now on sale at Amazon

A Cyber Monday deal on Amazon offers one of the lowest prices yet for the RTX 4070-powered Dell G16 7630, which is also equipped with a beautiful QHD panel with 165Hz as well as the quick Intel Core i9-13900HX Raptor Lake CPU.

Enrico Frahn, 27 Nov 2023 22:57

Deliver Us The Moon became an instant indie hit when it launched back in 2019, and it has now reached a new low on Steam. (Image source: Steam - edited)

Deal | Steam Autumn Sale cuts indie sci-fi icon Deliver Us The Moon to new low with 68% discount

Deliver Us The Moon is a sci-fi thriller that sends players to an abandoned base on the moon in order to find out what happened to the energy source that promised to be mankind's saviour. The story-driven game is on sale for US$3....

Julian van der Merwe, 27 Nov 2023 22:21

Free yourself from Windows and game on Linux (Source: Wikipedia)

4 slick Linux distributions for frustrated Windows 11 gamers

CheckMag The Steam Deck and Proton have done a lot for gaming on Linux. Users that were once tied to Windows for gaming now have multiple options for breaking free. Here are some of the best Linux distributions for getting your Windows-fre...

David Devey, 27 Nov 2023 22:18

Galaxy Buds as Pokeballs. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Buds: Official Pokemon Eco-Friends accessories hit European market

Samsung has announced a new way to catch them all for its fans in Spain, by turning their Galaxy Buds-series TWS earbuds into Pokéballs. This can be done with one of the new Eco-Friends shells for their cases. They come in various...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Nov 2023 19:18

The ZPG A1 unicorn has a 1:1 aspect ratio display. (Image via RetroCN)

ZPG announces A1 Unicorn retro handheld with square display

ZPG unveiled a new retro handheld console today, dubbed the A1 Unicorn. The small handheld features a square 4-inch display with a 720x720 resolution and controls typical for a modern-day retro-focused handheld. Conspicuously abse...

Sam Medley, 27 Nov 2023 18:50

The AOC PD49 appears to have a pop-up webcam. (Image source: AOC)

AOC PD49: New Porsche Design gaming monitor previewed with 49-inch and 240 Hz panel

It appears that AOC is preparing to release the PD49, an ultra-wide gaming monitor created with Porsche Design. Supposedly inspired by the design of a Porsche 911, the AOC Porsche Design PD49 has a 1440p resolution and a 240 Hz re...

Alex Alderson, 27 Nov 2023 18:43

The Anbernic RG35XX Plus ships in two memory configurations and three colour options. (Image source: Anbernic)

Anbernic RG35XX Plus: New gaming handheld launches with upgraded battery, chipset and RAM while maintaining affordable price tag

Anbernic is now selling the RG35XX Plus, a new retro gaming handheld with a 3.5-inch and 4:3 IPS display. The Anbernic RG35XX Plus contains various upgrades from the RG35XX, including 4x more RAM and a more powerful chipset.

Alex Alderson, 27 Nov 2023 18:01

The RedMagic 5088 Partition is rated for up to 1,400 nits peak brightness. (Image source: RedMagic)

RedMagic 5088 Partition unveiled as new high-end Mini LED gaming monitor

The RedMagic 5088 Partition is the company's first gaming monitor underpinned by 5,088 Mini LED backlight zones. Supposedly, the new monitor can reach up to 1,400 nits peak brightness, which RedMagic has combined with a 160 Hz ref...

Alex Alderson, 26 Nov 2023 19:27

The RedMagic Realm relies upon a Samsung Display panel. (Image source: RedMagic)

RedMagic Realm: New QD-OLED curved gaming monitor presented with 240 Hz refresh rate and 1,000 nits peak brightness

RedMagic has launched the Realm, a 49-inch curved gaming monitor based around a Samsung Display QD-OLED panel. The RedMagic Realm is said to deliver up to 1,000 nits peak brightness with 0.03 ms response times and a 240 Hz refresh...

Alex Alderson, 26 Nov 2023 19:24

HTC Vive Pro 2 Cyber Monday deal delivers virtual reality savings. (Source: HTC)

Deal | Get US$225 off HTC Vive Pro 2 virtual reality headset this cyber weekend

Get US$225 off the HTC Vive Pro 2 VR headset during this weekend’s cyber sales. The Vive Pro 2 is one of the top models for delivering an immersive virtual experience and compatible with all major VR games and applications. Build ...

David Chien, 26 Nov 2023 16:42