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Asus has quietly released the long-awaited ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDPG globally. Available across Europe and the US, the new 500 Hz OLED gaming monitors undercuts Samsung's equivalent release by a wide margin in both markets.

The revamped BlackWidow V4 Low-profile keyboards ship with three mechanical switches, including Razer’s orange tactile offering. In both traditional and TKL layouts, the new desktop or travel companions stress durability. The BlackWidow V4 Low-profile HyperSpeed wireless keyboards are already for sale.

The Q27G4KD is another 500 Hz OLED gaming monitor produced by AOC. Likely launching globally later this year, the AOC Q27G4KD delivers up to 1,000 nits with modern connectivity, including DisplayPort 2.1, among other features.

Following the first open beta weekend, a short gameplay clip has sparked lively discussion within the Battlefield community. The video shows normal gameplay from the AAA shooter’s test phase – but with one key element missing: the entire HUD. No crosshairs, no minimap, no enemy indicators.

Both models can be configured with an AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, Ryzen AI 9 365 or Ryzen AI 7 350 combined with an RTX 5070 or RTX 5060 dGPU. Highlights include fast 300 Hz 1600p displays with high colour gamut coverage, support for up to 128 GB of plug-in RAM, up to 16 TB of SSD storage and a 99.8 Wh battery, plus a USB4 connector and full-size SD Express card reader.

GPD has shared various official benchmarks for its first AMD Strix Halo-backed gaming handheld. Launching before the end of the year, the GPD Win 5 is said to be smaller than the Valve Steam Deck but with enough performance under the hood to outperform Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060-powered gaming laptops.

Marvel Rivals is facing growing criticism over claims that it’s turning into a “gooner game.” In a recent interview with Rivals Assembled, Creative Director Guangyun Chen dismissed the allegations, but his response has only intensified the debate within the gaming community.

Reddit users are currently sharing their favorite games that feature satisfying progression and enjoyable grinding mechanics. It’s a great opportunity for players to join the lively discussion and discover new titles worth checking out.

Subnautica - the award-winning underwater survival adventure - is now 75% off on Steam at its lowest price yet. The game lets you experience immersive exploration and base-building. Rave reviews from critics and players should make it even easier to pick up right now.

The Epic Games Store has started giving away two new games worth $14.99 each. Available from today, both titles can be added to your Epic Games library and enjoyed on Windows or macOS. Hidden Folks and Totally Reliable Delivery Service will be discounted until August 21.

A new brinepunk co-op roguelite FPS, Abyssus, has launched on Steam with fast-paced combat, customizable gear, and full controller support. It has earned "Very Positive" reviews so far, despite some balancing issues.

Anbernic is currently rolling out a significant update for all T820 series handhelds, adding support for external screens, paving the way for an Anbernic branded dual screen extension.

According to an insider, two games from the Resident Evil franchise will benefit from a remake and could be released in the next few years. But it is necessary to take this information with caution, because Capcom has not yet communicated on this subject.

The Asus ROG Strix G18 is a large 18-inch gaming notebook that offers a powerful AMD processor and a good IPS screen. Priced at 2300 Euros, however, you only get the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU, which does not really suit the processor or the price tag.

The highly anticipated first-person looter-shooter title might just have notched a win for replayability thanks to the sheer number of weapon customizations it offers versus the competition.

The new control layout, though optional, is expected to dominate the professional scene for League of Legends when it makes its way to the circuit after debuting on unranked game modes as a precursor.

Capcom is committed to focusing on 'fixing' the latest release of one of its most profitable franchises after a large number of PC gamers left adverse feedback over performance issues on the platform.

The producer and executive game director of Tekken Project feels that Tekken Tag should be an in-game mode rather than a standalone title in a recent interview.

Subnautica Below Zero, the follow-up to the wildly successful open-world survivalcraft game, has been discounted in a recent Steam sale to a new all-time-low price of just $7.49 shortly ahead of the highly anticipated launch of its sequel.

Samsung touts its new Odyssey G6 G60SF as a world-first as it is rated to achieve a 500 hertz (Hz) refresh rate with its OLED display. The 1440p peripheral also boasts a high peak brightness value for its matte display. It has now finally reached the US market - albeit with a breakneck price to match its speed.

The bad news has been announced, and it will surely displease some. Electronic Arts will nuke these two FIFA and NFS series games alongside the respective online services in October 2025 with two more games slated to get axed, too. You only have two months to play them before they disappear.

Epic Games Store is about to refresh its free games section on August 14 at UTC 15:00, but before any official announcement, a new leak from a credible source has revealed the upcoming free game. It's for PC and the title is Strange Horticulture.

Almost six years after the original announcement, Crimson Desert developer Pearl Abyss has announced the action-adventure game has been delayed by another quarter. It will now release in Q1 2026, if there are no more delays.

The OneXPlayer Super X is set to receive a global release after being showcased earlier today in China. Equipped with what is thought to be a 14-inch AMOLED display and an AMD Strix Halo APU, the OneXPlayer Super X is already being officially compared against the Asus ROG Flow Z13 with several apparent advantages in the Super X's favour.

The Neural Super Sampling (NSS) has been fully detailed by ARM, and this upscaling tech promises an enhanced gaming experience on non-Snapdragon phones. It's said to offer up to 2x resolution at just 4 ms per frame.

Epic monster hunts, challenging tactical battles and a rich fantasy world: Monster Hunter: World delivers a challenging and immersive action RPG experience, and is now 67% off on Steam until August 24 – matching its lowest price ever.

Which games truly deserved a sequel but never got one – and why? That’s the question currently fueling a lively discussion on Reddit, where a single post has drawn more than 450 comments in just 10 hours.

XU Retro has shared new details about multiple new gaming handhelds that it has in development. Following recent announcements regarding the Retro 45 and Touch One 35, XU Retro has now revealed that significant hardware changes are underway concerning the XU40 H55, XU35 H40 and XU35 H55.

If you love strategy games, you have the opportunity to try out for free this Endless Legend series game awaited by more than 250,000 people on Steam. But be careful, because you don't have much time to enjoy it.

The LG UltraGear 27G810A has been officially launched in China as a new gaming monitor with 4K resolution. It has a dual-mode functionality, offering up to a 360 Hz refresh rate at the 1080p resolution, and has DisplayHDR 400 certification.

The OneXPlayer Super X has been officially teased. Sticking with a similar design to the other X-series devices, it's a convertible gaming handheld but with the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395, which brings the powerful Radeon 8060S iGPU.

Buyers are facing more obstacles when attempting to purchase Steam games. In many parts of the world, Valve has removed PayPal as a payment option. Buyers are demanding an explanation after payment processors have already blocked access to games with adult content.

We just reviewed the two gaming laptops Asus ROG Strix G18 and the XMG Focus 17 M25, which follow a completely different approach. While the XMG wants to offer the best price-performance ratio, Asus prioritizes features. But what is more important?

After being available to pre-order for weeks, the 8BitDo Pro 3 is now available to buy in the US from Amazon and directly from 8BitDo. However, those in Europe and the UK still have a long time before they can get their hands on the new controller.

Chained Echoes, a 2022 RPG with charming 16-bit graphics, turn-based combat, and an unorthodox mix of knights, magic, and mech warriors, is on sale during a Steam sale for 50% off. The game is inspired by the early days of console gaming, and it runs on some seriously low-power hardware, making it a perfect Steam Deck gaming candidate.

Razer hopes to capitalize on the massive PC esports market with the Wolverine V3 Pro 8K. Compared to the Wolverine V3 Pro, the new accessory boasts lower-latency wireless connectivity. The $199.99 PC controller is also lighter with drift-resistant TMR analog sticks.

Yield! Fall of Rome is a new fast-paced 4X strategy game that puts you at the helm of an upcoming nation vying for power as the mighty Roman Empire burns. Yield! recently exited its Early Access period, and now it is discounted by a whopping 50%, despite its impressive Very Positive review score.

Fans of the Max Payne license will be delighted to learn that Rockstar Games is still working with Remedy Entertainment on Max Payne 1 & 2 Remake. And new information could be revealed in the coming months.

Deadzone: Rogue has officially left early access with new zones, bosses, and a synergy system that adds more depth to its roguelite FPS gameplay. Reviews are still "Very Positive," despite some post-launch bugs.

According to reports, Asus will begin selling its ROG Strix Ace XG248QSG gaming monitor with a 610 Hz refresh rate later this month in the US. In the meantime, the monitor has landed in China for a higher-than-expected launch price.

Realme's next-gen Android smartphone plans do not include a foldable model, according to a new leak. They do include one with active cooling for improved performance, like the RedMagic 10S Pro or Oppo K13 Turbo, though. Meanwhile, a design leak for what might be the brand's next-gen flagship has emerged.

Battlefield 6 does not prioritize player skill when matchmaking but it does have a matchmaker to balance the teams based on different skill levels of the players in the lobby. It focuses more on ping and player location to create matches.

With the PS6 expected to feature 10x the performance of the PS5 and around double the performance of the PS5 Pro in ray tracing, a new leak states the upcoming PS console will outperform the RTX 5080 as well. These are some bold claims but the leaker seems to be confident.

A new Helldivers 2 trailer ends with scenery and music familiar to Halo fans. Previous rumors involved multiple Halo games in the works for PlayStation consoles. A battle royale-based title known as Project Ekur could launch the futuristic shooter franchise on the PS5.

Highly anticipated by a large community of players, ARC Raiders will not be present at Gamescom 2025. And if this saddens many people, another bad news is also announced, because there will be no other beta version of the game. 

With over 520,000 concurrent players on Steam, Battlefield 6’s first open beta weekend set a new series record and served as a stress test for gameplay, technology and balancing. While the overall reception was largely positive, fans raised several clear criticisms, which Lead Producer David Sirland has now addressed in a post on X.