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It looks like one particular Danish electronics retailer has already listed the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT, potentially revealing the GPUs retail availability. Another listing out of Germany has tipped the exact specifications of the RX 9070 and 9070 XT, with clock speeds being the main differentiator.

You can grab an acclaimed roguelike space shooter for just $0.99 on GOG during their ongoing sale. Everspace features stunning visuals, intense combat, and a lot of replayability. The deal ends January 22, 2025.

Nvidia has published some first-party benchmarks of the GeForce RTX 5090, RTX 5080, RTX 5070 Ti and RTX 5070. As anticipated, these cards heavily rely on software features like DLSS 4.0 to offer meaningful performance upgrades over their last-gen counterparts.

8BitDo and Viture have revealed plans to launch a new joint product. Arriving later this quarter, the pair have billed the release as a 'one-of-a-kind' aimed at improving gaming on mobile devices.

Third-party frame rate upscaling tool Lossless scaling has been recently updated to version 3. This new version of the tool has been put to the test, with the Asus ROG Ally X gaming handheld seeing up to 3x FPS boost.

The Farm 51, creators of Chernobylite, have announced a Kickstarter campaign for the sequel. It promises a bigger world to explore, character customization, and a shift in perspective from first-person to third-person.

MSI has not started selling its Claw 8 AI+ AV2M gaming handheld powered by Intel's Lunar Lake platform in the UK. Pre-orders will not reach people for a while yet, though.

A multiplayer game launched on January 14 emphasizes creativity and social interaction, earning the top spot in Steam's "Trending Free" category upon its release.

On January 14, a new role-playing game combining action RPG and rogue-lite elements debuted on Steam. The community has embraced it, propelling the game to the top spot in Steam's "New and Trending" category.

The "ItRunsDoom" community has once again delivered a unique take on Doom. With the release of DoomPDF, the iconic shooter can now be played directly within a PDF file.

The MSI Summit E16 AI Studio with the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and Nvidia RTX 4060 has seen a generous $989.01 discount on Adorama. With a versatile 2-in-1 design, this laptop stands as a decent choice for both gamers and creators.

Ready or Not, the well-received tactical First Person Shooter (FPS) is 40% off till January 20th on Steam. The shooter prioritizes realism in its mechanics and takes inspiration from games like SWAT and Rainbow Six.

In addition to the Apple- and Google-operated services, no less than five alternative stores will host the launch of Candy Crush Solitaire. Already receiving registrations, the upcoming mobile game will launch on February 6th to bring together two iconic titles, namely Solitaire and Candy Crush.

Among other entries in the series, Ubisoft is reportedly also working on the beloved Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Remake. The game is scheduled to follow Assassin's Creed Shadows in the latter half of the 2025. When AC Black Flag Remake does come out, however, fans can not only expect a graphical overhaul but also some gameplay additions.

The company abxylute has unveiled a new controller with a striking design. It features a gyroscope, Hall effect sensors in various locations, and a proper docking solution for convenient storage.

VG Entertainment, headed by Ruslan Didenko, who served as project lead for Stalker: Call of Pripyat, has announced a new post-apocalyptic survival shooter set in a reimagined Paris overrun by nature. The twist? The forest is sentient.

Lenovo is giving away Human Fall Flat on its Legion gaming community section. This free game deal will stay active for a very limited time, starting on January 18, and will remain active only for an hour.

The mysterious "C" button that's made a few appearances in images of the redesigned Nintendo Switch 2 controllers seems to finally have been identified as a new social feature called Campus. Campus will allegedly enable a host of new features, including screen sharing.

The Nintendo Switch 2 could be officially unveiled in just a few days time. New rumors now suggest that the hybrid console is significantly slower than an Xbox Series S, even when docked. In handheld mode, the gaming system could perform similarly to the Steam Deck.

The sought-after Asus ROG Strix G17 with the powerful AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX and Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 has hit a fresh all-time low as a reputable online retailer grants a steep 34% discount on the 17-inch gaming laptop.

While 8 GB of VRAM may be enough for 1080p in older titles, it is simply not sufficient for modern titles, especially with ray tracing or high-resolution gaming. This was confirmed by a deep-dive by PC Games Hardware, who pit the Radeon RX 7600 against the RX 7600 XT - two borderline identical GPUs, but with vastly different amounts of VRAM.

Zotac has listed its upcoming RTX 5090 AMP Extreme Infinity graphics card on its website, revealing key specifications of the card, including higher clock speeds and a massive 600-watt TDP.

The Alarmo is one of the more unusual accessories developed by the Japanese gaming giant. Even so, the adorable interactive alarm clock regularly sells out. After constant supply issues, the Alarmo will be available at more stores starting in March.

It's easy to forget that handheld PC game machines are still PC's, and there is nothing stopping you from using them to get some work done. The Steam Deck and some other handhelds don't lend themselves particularly well to office tasks, but this custom case bundles everything nicely together into an albeit "chunky" productivity package.

With less than a month until its release, excitement is building around a new medieval role-playing game. The developers have revealed the first of two maps, showcasing an impressive scale and remarkable attention to detail.

Sony has recently filed a patent for an AI-driven technology that utilizes camera systems to predict player inputs. This innovation has the potential to address latency issues while also minimizing input errors, offering a smoother and more responsive gaming experience.

A new autobattler with roguelike elements has debuted with great success on Steam. On its launch day, it received overwhelmingly positive reviews, earning a perfect 100% approval rating and claiming the top spot in Steam's "New and Popular" category.

Counterplay Games, the creators of PS5 launch exclusive Godfall, have been reportedly shut down. Counterplay joins Freejam and Toadman Interactive as the latest victims of a continued wave of closures in the industry.

A prototype Nvidia RTX Titan Ada graphics card has emerged, boasting a fully enabled AD102 GPU with 18,432 CUDA cores and 48 GB of GDDR6 memory.

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 50 series GPUs are expected to set new standards for gaming performance. Still, many buyers are waiting for trusted websites to evaluate the latest graphics cards. Nvidia has changed the embargo date for the RTX 5080, while RTX 5090 reviews are set go live on January 24th.

Rebel Wolves, a studio founded by former CD Projekt Red developers, has announced a new narrative vampire RPG in collaboration with Bandai Namco. The game is being made in Unreal Engine 5 and is the "first chapter" of a new saga.

In a recent Reddit post, Fallout 76 players have been complaining about the game crashing quite a few times while playing on PlayStation. Players using PC and other consoles have also complained about crashes, freezes, and long load times.

New reports suggest that Nintendo is plotting a Switch 2 announcement later this week. While the company may provide a first look at the long-awaited console in January, it could be a while yet before we get to see launch titles and pre-orders start shipping.

Path of Exile 2 continues to attract new players with surprisingly deep gameplay. Unfortunately, increasingly common Steam hacks cost players hours of grinding and valuable loot. How are hackers exploiting the vulnerabilities in Steam security?

A new gaming handheld is now available with a 4:3 display at a bargain price. Available for $59.99, the device comes in a variety of colour options, including two translucent variants.

Early details about the first Asus VR headset have surfaced online. While the device will run Meta's Horizon OS, it is slated to arrive under Asus' Republic of Gamers (ROG) division like recent ROG Zephyrus G14 and ROG Zephyrus G16 refreshes.

The launch of the next Nintendo Switch appears imminent. Now, a French retailer has been spotted revealing details about not just the console's launch pricing but also how much games will cost and the state of launch titles.

GPD has now released the Win Mini 2025 globally with a choice between three powerful AMD Ryzen APUs. The new gaming handheld also sports an updated design to accommodate better cooling and M.2 2280 SSDs.

Microsoft is reportedly planning to bring several major titles to the Switch 2, according to the well-known and reliable industry insider Nate the Hate.

A new game recently launched on Steam, offering a unique survival simulator tailored to car enthusiasts. The concept has been well-received, earning very positive reviews and topping the SteamDB charts in two categories.

In mid-January, Microsoft is adding two more titles to the Game Pass - retro enthusiasts and sports fans should get their money's worth.

The RedMagic 10 Pro is the only Android smartphone with an advanced camera-under-display screen, active cooling and the latest top-end Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC on the global market right now. It has just become available in a new colorway that might appeal more to fans of the Stormtrooper look. The updated take on the 10 Pro's sophisticated hardware goes for just under $700 in countries such as the US.

A development build for the much-anticipated ARPG Titan Quest 2 appears to have leaked online. The build seems to be a vertical slice of features to expect from the final version. Steam Deck gameplay footage has also surfaced.

Deficit, a new indie immersive sim by Item42, has you playing as a freelancer with a mission to infiltrate a maze-like research lab and steal a reality-bending device.

All_The_Watts has leaked the announcement date, performance, and TDP range of the debut RDNA 4 cards, the RX 9070 and 9070 XT. The new information aligns with previous rumors when it comes to performance projections while revealing a potential 300+ W RX 9070 XT TDP.

Alleged benchmark results for the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT have been leaked online. It was tested in Black Myth: Wukong and Cyberpunk 2077, where it traded blows with upper-mid-rangers from Nvidia.

With the Civilization 7 release date fast approaching, Steam Deck gamers are invited to the launch party. As Steam Deck-verified, the legendary real-time strategy series will be more accessible to mobile gamers. Find out if there are any compromises when playing the game away from desktops.