Half-Life 2 Remake: Ambitious fan mod to launch next year
Half-Life 2 Remake's creator has posted some updates about the mod. It highlights some in-game visuals and states it will get a demo soon and might be fully playable by 2026.
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Mini PC with high-end APU: HP Z2 Mini G1a first workstation with AMD Strix Halo reviewed
With the Z2 Mini G1a, HP presents a compact workstation that relies on AMD's new Strix Halo APU for the first time. The combination of powerful CPU performance, integrated RDNA 3.5 graphics, and space-saving design is aimed at cre...
Lexar aims to match PlayStation 5 gamer needs with new, more affordable 4TB SSD
Lexar asserts that its latest SSD is so perfect for the PlayStation 5 that it even looks like the console it is supposed to be a part of. The Play 2280 SE is rated to load up to 100 AAA-rated games at "seamless" PCIe 4.0 speeds. I...
Battlefield 6 will not be $80 as EA has no plans of pricing changes
Battlefield 6 may not follow the industry trend of $80 games. While final pricing is currently unclear, a recent leak suggested $70 for the Standard Edition on PC but the ideal scenario would be EA sticking with the same pricing a...
Fake Battlefield 6 playtest invites are attempting to steal Steam account info
Battlefield 6 fans be warned as fake playtest invites are doing the rounds. These invites are being circulated on Instagram and are an attempt to steal Steam accounts.
Battlefield 6 open beta start date and time leaks, with stat tracking during playtest confirmed
The public Battlefield 6 playtest may arrive soon after the July 31st multiplayer reveal. The 1BF Telegram channel projects a Monday, August 4th start time. However, insider Tom Henderson has since denied that the Battlefield 6 op...
Modern Warfare 2 and 3 removed from Call of Duty HQ launcher, clearing space for Black Ops 7
Owners of two Call of Duty games can now boot the titles without a separate launcher. Modern Warfare 2 and 3 no longer reside in the much beleaguered Call of Duty HQ. The decision clears space for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, expect...
Razer BlackShark V3 Pro gaming headset unveiled with ANC, new drivers and 70 hours of battery life
Razer has unveiled three new gaming headsets: BlackShark V3 Pro, BlackShark V3 and BlackShark V3 X. The Pro model is the most feature-rich and the first BlackShark-branded headset to come with active noise cancellation.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 50 Super refresh tipped to arrive earlier than initially anticipated
A new report says Nvidia plans to push out its RTX 50 Super GPUs before the calendar year ends. So far, three models have been hinted at: the RTX 5080 Super, RTX 5070 Ti Super and RTX 5070 Super.
Ubisoft may announce new Assassin's Creed game soon, with Black Flag remake a possibility
Assassin's Creed: Black Flag could soon return as the next high-profile remake. A trusted dataminer stumbled on a suspicious addition to the PlayStation database. Rather than a DLC or expansion, the code appears to belong to a new...
Hollow Knight: Silksong will be playable at Gamescom 2025, as wait for release date news continues
Since its 2019 announcement, Hollow Knight: Silksong news has leaked at a slow pace. Microsoft just revealed it will host a playable demo of the title at Gamescom 2025. The company previously claimed that the Silksong release date...
Deal | One of the most iconic RPG franchises ever has been discounted on GOG
All five mainline Fallout games have received attractive discounts on GOG. The promotion is valid until August 2, 2025, and the actual price cuts are different for each title.
HP Z2 Mini G1a with AMD Strix Halo review – Compact workstation with Ryzen AI Max+ and Radeon RX 8060S
Lots of performance in a small form factor. Small but powerful – with the HP Z2 Mini G1a, HP launches a compact workstation that delivers surprising performance thanks to AMD’s new Strix Halo APU and integrated Radeon RX 8060S graphics. Whether for creative workflows, technical software, or multitasking: we put the mini system to the test to see how much power really fits into its compact chassis.
AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 | AMD Radeon 8060S | 2.6 kg
AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 | AMD Radeon 8060S | 2.6 kg
2025 Mini PC review: Geekom Mini IT15, a mini-workstation with Intel Core Ultra for professionals and creatives, reviewed
Curse and blessing at the same time. Geekom's Mini IT15 is a powerful and compact desktop PC powered by the latest-gen Intel Core Ultra processor. The manufacturer promises high performance and versatility. Our review reveals whether this mini PC is a true alternative to a traditional desktop and whether Geekom lives up to its own claims.
Intel Core Ultra 9 285H | Intel Arc Graphics 140T | 595 g
Intel Core Ultra 9 285H | Intel Arc Graphics 140T | 595 g
Petition against payment processors who forced Steam games ban roars past 140,000 signatures
Consumers are revolting against payment processors who seek to ban adult-themed Steam games, movies, and art. A Change.org petition aimed at Visa and Mastercard is rapidly gaining support. Its organizers also wish to limit the pow...
Bosgame M4 Neo test - the affordable alternative to expensive mini PCs
Mini PC with optional OCuLink eGPU. Small, powerful and flexible - with the AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS, Radeon 780M iGPU and OCuLink connection, the Bosgame M4 Neo packs a lot of performance into a mini format. But how does the compact PC perform in everyday use? We have tested the inexpensive powerhouse in detail.
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | AMD Radeon 780M | 560 g
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | AMD Radeon 780M | 560 g
Verdict on the Minisforum MS-A2 with Ryzen 9 9955HX: Mini PC has both strengths and weaknesses
Minisforum recently launched the MS-A2, a powerful mini PC. The AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX, together with a fast NVMe SSD and expandable RAM, delivers high performance, making it ideal for productive tasks and demanding multimedia applica...
Recent Destiny 2 contest mode raid dominated by cheating, forcing Bungie to investigate
A Destiny 2 raid can be difficult enough without contending with cheating. The recent Desert Perpetual event saw an enormous amount of suspicious activity. Some fans of the looter shooter accuse up to 70 of the top 100 teams of us...
Assassin's Creed Shadows first DLC release date announced, New Game+ coming next week
Claws of Awaji, the first DLC for Assassin’s Creed Shadows is coming September 16. Ubisoft is also releasing New Game+ mode on July 29 and early September will bring an update to allow changing the time of day.
Intel's Nova Lake-based Ryzen X3D equivalent to launch with 28 CPU cores
Some new information about Intel's Nova Lake CPUs have emerged online. The Core Ultra 5 model with 8P, 16E, and 4 LPE cores will be the first to feature bLLC (Big Last Level Cache) and take on AMD's Ryzen X3D chips.
Battlefield 6 single-player has been revealed, multiplayer reveal coming soon
Battlefield 6 has been finally revealed with some game engine footage that sets the scene for the campaign. There is a lot of environmental destruction, vehicles, gunplay, and action-packed moments in the trailer.
Keychron Black Myth Wukong Special Edition wireless mechanical keyboard features gold accent keys, a metal artisan keycap, and 240 hours of battery
Keychron's latest wireless mechanical keyboard launch is an all-aluminium design featuring a Black Myth Wukong theme, and it includes an artisan keycap and knob and a bunch of gold accent keycaps. It is launching on the Keychron s...
Deal | A Humble Bundle with a popular tactical shooter offers 5 Steam games worth $242 for $14
With the Sniper Elite Classics Collection, buyers experience one of the most rewarding WWII tactical shooter franchises. Players need to carefully plan missions to eliminate enemies without detection. The Humble Bundle deal featur...
Analyst no longer predicts massive Xbox Game Pass growth, citing PS5 games as hurting the service
Pessimism continues to build over Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass strategy. Michael Pachter believes that a lack of console sales will negatively impact the subscription service. Offering Xbox games on the PS5 and other platforms also ...
Battlefield 6 release date and price leak
Battlefield 6 is said to release early October, much sooner than anticipated since EA had given a pre-March 2026 timeline. If the latest leak is true, the game will set players back €70 on PC and €80 on consoles.
Microsoft may introduce standalone Xbox Cloud Gaming subscriptions with tier-specific games
Gamers who rely on streaming may no longer have to subscribe to Game Pass Ultimate. A Better xCloud leak hints that Microsoft could unveil separate Xbox Cloud Gaming plans. Some third-party and Xbox exclusive games would only be a...
The Maingear Retro95 prebuilt PC has a retro gaming look while supporting modern GPUs and CPUs
Maingear has a new way to recapture the 1990s era of PC gaming without compromising performance. The Retro95 is a prebuilt PC that has all the defining characteristics of the era. Retro gaming fanatics can also equip the system wi...
Razer's new Cobra HyperSpeed gaming mouse is lighter yet more durable
Razer expands its Cobra gaming mouse portfolio with the Cobra HyperSpeed. The mouse is 15 grams lighter, more durable, and lasts a bit longer than the more expensive Cobra Pro.
Test Drive Unlimited dev downplays low Steam player counts, claiming stronger support as a PS5 game
Even with depressing Steam player counts, Nacon continues to update Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown. A developer for the racing title claims it has more support as a PS5 game. Sebastian Waxin warns critics against depending on si...
Deal | Diablo in Space: RPG with semi-open world and high replay value gets 70% discount on GOG
Everspace 2 has been discounted by 70% on GOG. It is a space-themed game that lets you pick between a wide range of ships, weapons and explore multiple galaxies, each with their share of secrets and puzzles.
Sixunited STHT1 mini-ITX motherboard unveiled with AMD Strix Halo processors
Sixunited has unveiled a new motherboard (STHT1) with AMD Strix Halo chips. It comes with soldered LPDDR5X RAM (up to 128 GB) and a wide selection of I/O.
Deal | The 39-inch WQHD LG UltraGear curved OLED gaming monitor hits a rock bottom $550 price in Costco deal
While discounted by 45%, this 39-inch LG curved monitor offers significantly more value than its OLED rivals. The 39GS96QB-B boasts a maximum refresh rate of 240 Hz at a WQHD resolution. Despite some text fringing, the LG display ...
Ubisoft confirms new Ghost Recon game is in development
Looks like a new Ghost Recon game is in fact being developed at Ubisoft. It was rumored as of last month but company CEO and CFO seemed to have confirmed its existence during a shareholder meeting.
AMD RDNA 5 lineup leak reveals minimal upgrades for top-spec GPU
Noted leaker Kepler_L2 has shed some light on AMD's upcoming RDNA 5/UDNA GPUs. Specs-wise, the flagship model will be identical to the Radeon RX 7900 XTX, with lower-end SKUs mirroring the 9070 XT and 9060 XT.
AMD is absolutely hammering Intel in CPU sales as even old AM4 chips outsold latest Arrow Lake CPUs last week
AMD CPUs massively outsold Intel chips last week on German retailer Mindfactory. The gap is so wide that the now old AM4 Ryzen CPUs like the Ryzen 7 5700X3D sold more units than all Intel CPU generations combined.
After payment processors prompt removal of Steam games, journalists investigating the censorship resign
Many Steam games are no longer available at the request of payment providers. Ana Valens, formerly of Vice, believes that activist groups have too much influence over payment processors and Valve's marketplace. The writer who labe...
Minisforum MS-A2 review: Compact AMD mini PC with workstation ambitions and GPU upgrade option
Desktop-level performance in a compact form factor The Minisforum MS-A2 is a small-form-factor mini PC equipped with the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX, delivering strong performance for demanding workloads such as video editing, 3D rendering, and multitasking. It supports multiple SSDs and includes a full PCIe x16 slot for adding dedicated graphics cards, making it suitable for users who need a compact yet upgradeable workstation.
AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX | AMD Radeon 610M | 1.5 kg
AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX | AMD Radeon 610M | 1.5 kg
A Japanese survey may predict a troubling future for Square Enix and its Final Fantasy games
A Japanese company conducting market research polled 180,000 gamers in the country. The results show which titles younger buyers are flocking to. Several Square Enix games, including Final Fantasy releases, are struggling to find ...
Zen Browser updates to latest Firefox version and fixes Linux performance bugs
Zen Browser is a recent fork of Firefox that focusses on privacy, aesthetics, and workflow optimisation. With its latest Twilight beta update, Zen has improved on a bunch of features that differentiate it from Firefox and added a ...
New billboards after Cyberpunk 2077 update 2.3 suggest that gambling could come to Night City
Currently, only Cyberpunk 2077 mods allow for any type of gambling. That may change after suspicious billboards arrived with a recent patch. The Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.3 added advertisements for casinos visible when cruising arou...
Elden Ring developer FromSoftware rumored to be working on another game besides The Duskbloods
A new report describes how the Elden Ring masterminds are developing an unannounced title. The next FromSoftware game has a codename that could signify the rumored Dark Souls 3 Remastered. Even so, some fans are hoping for an orig...
Keychron's new wireless low-profile mechanical keyboard promises ultra-smooth POM switches and a compact layout
The Keychron K9 Max is a new wireless low-profile mechanical keyboard with a 60% layout, double-shot PBT keycaps, and a high degree of customisation. It is also the first Keychron low-profile keyboard to use the Keychron Milk POM ...
The rumored late Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 release date is concerning fans of the shooter game
The Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 release date may come a bit later than some gamers had anticipated. A well-known leaker suggests that the first-person shooter won't arrive until November 14th. Following few official announcements, B...
Off The Grid free-to-play battle royale has officially launched on Steam
Off The Grid is out of early access and available publicly via Steam. It is a free-to-play battle royale set in a cyberpunk dystopia with cyberlimbs to loot and interesting abilities enabled by these cyberlimbs.
Analysis: Nearly 8,000 games on Steam have AI generated content
An increasing number of AI generated content disclosures have popped up on Steam and as it sits now, nearly 8,000 games use some form of AI content. Some of these games are very highly rated and are selling a lot of units.
Surgent Studios' Dead Take: Sam Lake and other star actors to have cameos
Dead Take will have at least 5 cameos as part of its content in addition to 4 confirmed actors starring in the title.
Azeron's new ergonomic game pad replaces gaming keyboards and controllers and packs Hall-effect joysticks and mechanical switches
The Azeron Keyzen is a highly customisable 3D-printed game pad with 26 mechanical keys and Hall-effect thumb sticks, and it aims to improve the ergonomics of keyboard and mouse gaming while still sticking to the familiar feeling o...
Cyberpunk 2077 update 2.3 brings FSR 3.1 frame generation support, advanced photo mode, and more; FSR 4 coming later
After being delayed for over a month, update 2.3 for Cyberpunk 2077 is arriving on July 17. The details were shared during the REDstreams livestream today, July 16, and there’s some new content along with new technical improvement...
Keychron launches yet another retro budget mechanical keyboard — this time with a num pad, 8 kHz polling, and Snap Tap
The new Keychron C2 Pro 8K delivers a full-size layout, charming retro looks, plenty of customisation, and a hyper-fast 8 kHz polling rate at a rather budget-friendly price. The C2 Pro 8K is made of plastic, not aluminium, and the...
John Wick Hex to leave all digital storefronts soon
Bithell Games has announced it is pulling John Wick Hex from all digital storefronts on July 17. Thankfully, anyone who already owns the game can still play it after that date.
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