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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.

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 being.

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 refresh rate and numerous ports for connecting devices and peripherals.

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.

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 another new leak; then again, this one might also reveal that its new and allegedly class-leading display may be less than 100% perfect.

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 with Intel Meteor Lake processors.

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 official press shots of both ahead of their official introduction.

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 upon the original's visuals, the remaster hits a whole new level in a fan-made Unreal Engine 5 demo.

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.

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.

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 and smartphones.

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 interesting comment about the game’s release date that could be linked to the Switch 2 release date.

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.

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, the 16-inch Lenovo gaming laptop is now more affordable than ever.

(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 aficionados who don't necessarily want to leave their comfortable couch.

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.

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.

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.

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, among other features.

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.

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 and brightness issues.

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 should be avoided for now until they are properly optimized for the Radeon RX 7900M.

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, and impressive graphics. They cover different types of games, so there's something for everyone.

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 surging by an impressive 143%, while Xbox Series S and X struggled with a 52% decline.

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 upcoming holiday season.

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 performance or usability.

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.

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 discount of US$500 has brought the laptop to a record low rate making the machine worth considering.

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 with spectacular discounts, thanks to Steam's holiday sales event.

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.

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.

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 Cut of Death Stranding.

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.

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$3.99 during the Steam Autumn sale, which comes to a close on November 28.

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-free game on.

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 forms and integrate a lanyard for ease of carrying.

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 absent is any mention of the CPU or price.

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 refresh rate, among other features.

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.

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 refresh rate and a 4K native resolution, among other features.

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 rate, among other features.

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 content in 3D today using Unreal Engine, AutoCAD VRED, and more.

RedMagic has launched a new gaming controller. This is designed to simplify controlling video games on smartphones and offers numerous input options.

CheckMag Battle monsters and cosmic gods in Hellpoint, navigate your way through the cutesy world of It Takes Two, or beat your opponents into submission with epic spectacle in Guilty Gear Strive during the Steam Autumn Sale. Discounts of up to 85% bring some of the best local and online multiplayer versus and co-op games to new lows.

iQOO is tipped to switch to "first-class" esthetics in the next generation of its sub-flagship Android smartphone soon, according to a new leak. The "Neo9" is also tipped to be the slimmest new device in its market tier, and to have improved ergonomics and handling despite its premium-grade display dimensions.

The iQOO 12 is a premium Android smartphone with the latest top-end Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor and a 144Hz display - that is on the way to the global market soon, according to a new leak. Furthermore, it is slated to do so with a new version of Funtouch OS capable of eliminating some of the most negative feedback attracted by its recent predecessors.

CheckMag From simple and deeply touching to more complex and impactful, stories in indie games are diverse and unique. If you're looking forward to playing a game with a great story that might stay with you even after the credits roll, you're in the right place.