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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 number of bug fixes and features for both Linux and Windows users.

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 around Night City.

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 original single-player game.

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 switches, which have a similar design to the switches found in the Lofree Flow series.

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, Black Ops 7 will headline the August Gamescom.

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.

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.

Dead Take will have at least 5 cameos as part of its content in addition to 4 confirmed actors starring in the title.

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 of mechanical key switches. The Keyzen starts at 185 Euro or around $215.

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 improvements on the way.

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 design is stripped back, but it promises a solid entry into mechanical keyboards at an affordable price.

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.

Geekom is launching a new mini PC, the A9 Max, that utilizes the latest AMD technology. At its core is the powerful Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, which not only offers a modern APU with high computing power but also features an integrated NPU (Neural Processing Unit). This allows AI applications to be accelerated directly locally and not just in the cloud.

Fans usually check the official Stellar Blade X account for the latest news on the PC and PS5 game. However, instead, a crypto scammer has asked followers to invest in a new coin. While the posts have disappeared, the game's developer has yet to regain access.

A LinkedIn ad for an Xbox Graphics role ironically uses generative AI, showing a backwards-facing monitor. Following layoffs that affected multiple studios, Microsoft may replace more employees with AI. Several Xbox executives face criticism for insensitive responses to the job losses.

Borderlands is an addictive mix of looter shooters and action-RPG games. To celebrate the upcoming Borderlands 4 release date, a new Humble Bundle packages eight mainline titles and spin-offs. Some games have rarely sold for less than the bundle's $16 price separately.

An unlucky user has experienced a fire and major damage to their RTX 4060 Ti for an unknown reason. Hopefully they can get a replacement without having to invest too much.

The new P250Q-M80 M.2 drives from TeamGroup will let you wipe your data with the press of a button. The drives come in 256 GB up to 2 TB capacities but there is no information on when they will go on sale just yet.

The Galaxy Z Flip7 is the first in the series to feature an Exynos chipset. Surprisingly, the device is also the first to offer Samsung DeX connectivity, with the popular desktop mode available after a prolonged wait. Sadly, the long-awaited feature is not without restrictions.

Khadas is shaking up the mini PC segment with the Mind 2s. It’s an extremely compact, modular and powerful device for office apps. It can also be a laptop replacement or hooked up to an eGPU for gaming, so this little powerhouse tries to do it all. However, Khadas still needs to deliver when it comes to accessories.

The $169.99 DeathAdder V4 Pro remains esports-focused with a more accurate 45K optical sensor. While the Razer mouse is lighter at 56 grams, its supersized dongle, which supports an 8000Hz polling rate, draws more attention. The scroll wheel now employs optical technology for highly precise motion.

1440p monitor and laptop models are finding more popularity among gamers. The June Steam survey confirms that support for 4K displays is also growing, but extremely slowly. 1080p remains the most common resolution, as higher-end GPUs stay out of reach for most budgets.

RTS games appeal to buyers who enjoy a combination of base building and tactical combat. The Humblecraft: RTS Rush package demonstrates this variety, with options for novice and experienced players. Boasting 10 titles, the new Humble Bundle is a $164 value and expires on July 23rd.

Fractal Design has unveiled a brand-new PC case that combines a sleek design with modern features and powerful cooling. The manufacturer offers three high-quality fans and an attractive price-performance ratio.

The Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro is a solid wireless lightweight gaming mouse that offers great performance out of the box, but is also upgradable. It is currently on sale for over 40% off.

Platinum Games' 2017 RPG, NieR: Automata, has been heavily discounted as part of Steam's Summer Sale. It was praised by fans and critics for its storyline, although its PC port was somewhat lacking.

If you have already completed The Last of Us Part II Remastered on PS5 or PC, now’s your chance to experience the game once again, but this time, in a chronological manner. The free update is live now on PS5 and PC.

Some default Windows apps may be essential tools, while others exist to annoy. The Windows 11 25H2 update, currently in testing, empowers users to remove bloatware more easily. However, the tweaks depend on the Group Policy Editor, which is not available in all versions of the OS.

8BitDo's Retro Mechanical Keyboard is now available in a new special edition. The new 8BitDo Retro 87 Mechanical Keyboard Mecha Break: Panther Edition has many of the features of the other editions but also has Kailh Glaze Jellyfish Pro linear switches and an 8-mode RGB backlight.

The Switch 2 has landed on the U.S. Amazon storefront following more than a month-long delay. Lucky buyers will receive an invitation to purchase the console at standard Switch 2 prices. Both Nintendo and Amazon denied a report suggesting that the companies were feuding.

Amazon Prime Day brings a host of deals and those looking for a gaming keyboard upgrade should check out the SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini wireless. It is currently over 40% off and comes with adjustable magnetic switches.

Several Xbox games in development may reward patient Fallout fanatics. Fallout 3 Remastered remains in the pipeline, while other spinoffs and sequels are possible. A recent podcast has confirmed that Fallout 5 is unlikely to arrive before the decade ends.

Geekom is welcoming this summer's Amazon Prime Day week with enticing deals on some of its best-selling mini PCs. Now, till July 11, get great discounts on acclaimed mini PCs available in a range of budgets for all use cases, including the Geekom GT1 Mega, Mini IT13, Mini Air12, and the Geekom A8.

With so many day-one Xbox Game Pass games, some analysts question if the service is profitable. There are now indications that Microsoft hasn't considered all the expenses in its calculations. Update: New source claims Game Pass is profitable.

Windows 11 has officially surpassed Windows 10 to become the world’s most popular desktop OS, now running on 52% of all Windows PCs. The milestone comes just months before Windows 10’s end of support, marking a major shift as Microsoft accelerates efforts to move users to newer, more secure hardware.

The EULA that accompanies delisted Ubisoft games requires players to destroy their purchases. Stop Killing Games is fighting to keep titles working after companies abandon them. A major representative for EU publishers opposes solutions like support for third-party servers.

Intel is expected to follow the Core Ultra 200S "Arrow Lake" desktop CPUs with a minor update before pulling out all the stops with Nova Lake CPUs next year. Termed "Arrow Lake Refresh", this minor update reportedly brings a much better NPU for machine learning and faster clock speeds.

With many Square Enix games reimagining classics, fans thought a Final Fantasy 9 remake was inevitable. Sadly, the 25th anniversary of the RPG may not include a reveal for the PS1 title. A trusted insider claims that, as of a month ago, the project was in danger of being canceled.

The latest Samsung Odyssey G9 OLED monitor boasts some incremental but noteworthy upgrades. Its 3rd-gen QD-OLED panel amplifies already stellar picture quality with improved brightness. The immersive 49-inch monitor is available for $999.99 at Woot, which is significantly lower than previous Amazon sale prices.

Some critics claim that Xbox Game Pass played a role in Microsoft closing more game studios. Raphael Colantonio, the founder of Arkane Studios, doesn't think the service benefits developers. As day-one Xbox Game Pass games attract subscribers, the studios behind these titles often suffer.

Razer may be updating the Deathadder gaming mouse with the Deathadder V4, but the physical changes to the lightweight ergonomic mouse seem slim, leading to speculation of updated internals and perhaps 8 kHz wireless performance.

Grim Dawn has received an 80% discount on Steam, bringing its price down to $5. The Definitive Edition, which includes three DLCs, will set you back $22.

Xbox Game Pass can breathe new life into titles with dwindling support. Unfortunately, overlooked security concerns for Call of Duty: WW2 have resurfaced. The RCE exploit allows hackers to assume control of another player's PC.

EA has announced it is shutting down Anthem in January 2026, roughly seven years after it first launched. After that, the game will be fully unplayable, even its single-player mode.

AMD's next-gen Zen 6 CPUs could bring a double-digit IPC uplift over Zen 5. Serial leaker Moore's Law Is Dead has claimed that the Zen 6 CPU architecture brings up to a 9% "FP" IPC gain over Zen 5. Combined with more cache and much higher clock speeds, the Zen 6 CPUs could be gaming champs.

One of AMD’s new Shimada Peak Threadrippers has appeared on the PassMark benchmark, where it performed more than admirably in CPU Mark. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X desktop CPU utilized its 64 cores to churn out a multithread performance that can only be surpassed by EPYC processors that are destined for servers.

The Counter-Strike 1.6 Source engine remake has run into a legal hurdle. Its developers promise they're working with Valve to resolve the issue, and that its early access window might have to be pushed to 2026 as a result.

A recent leak suggests that Intel's upcoming Nova Lake Core Ultra 400 series processors could offer up to 10% higher single-thread and 60% higher multi-threaded performance purportedly in comparison with Arrow Lake-S. Nova Lake-S will also be the first desktop CPUs to feature low-power island E-cores. This should augur well for both gaming and efficiency, although the leaked numbers do raise an eyebrow.