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Talk of new Valve Steam hardware appears to be inaccurate. (Image source: Alexander Andrews - Unsplash)

Conflicting reports emerge about new Valve Steam hardware with AMD RDNA 4 graphics

New findings of Valve working to improve Linux graphics drivers for AMD's RDNA 4 architecture have sparked speculation about the possibility of an Xbox or PlayStation rival running SteamOS. Those who were quick to amplify the rumo...

Alex Alderson, 04 Feb 2025 14:05

The Legion Go Charging Connector attaches to the Legion Go's detachable controllers. (Image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo begins selling its Legion Go Charging Connector

More than five months after it was announced, Lenovo has begun selling the charging connector for the Legion Go handheld PC. The accessory, which is available to buy on Amazon, attaches to the controllers of the Legion Go, turning...

Habeeb Onawole, 04 Feb 2025 12:45

Award-winning co-op adventure It Takes Two 80% off on Steam for a limited time

It Takes Two is a surreal co-op adventure game with tons of genre mixing and asymmetrical mechanics made with two players in mind. Its variety and polish got it the Game of The Year award at The Game Awards 2021.

Rohith Bhaskar, 04 Feb 2025 12:28

RPG Maker VX Ace was released back in December 2012, but it still holds its own as a powerful RPG creation tool if you're looking to get into entry-level development. (Image source: Steam)

This $69.99 RPG Maker with "Very Positive" reviews is now free on Steam, but only for a limited time

RPG Maker VX Ace is a powerful RPG creation tool. Originally priced at $69.99, it is now free to claim on Steam until February 10. Using this, you can build classic RPGs without any coding experience.

Anubhav Sharma, 04 Feb 2025 12:20

Keep an eye on your lazy peasants in this free demo for a roguelike city builder (Image Source: Steam)

Free demo for roguelike city builder lets you keep an eye on your lazy peasants

The King is Watching is an upcoming roguelike city builder where your lazy peasants won't work unless you watch them. The game doesn't have a release date yet but offers a free demo on Steam to try out.

Rohith Bhaskar, 04 Feb 2025 09:46

Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX Amazon discount

Deal | Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX Hall-effect Wooting challenger gets staunch discount in Amazon deal

The Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX Hall-effect gaming keyboard with Rapid Trigger has been discounted to a record-low price in a new Amazon deal. The Falchion HFX features Asus's custom magnetic switch and extra sound damping materials...

Julian van der Merwe, 04 Feb 2025 07:32

XeSS works on not only the Intel Arc B580, but also AMD and Nvidia GPUs. (Image source: Intel)

Intel XeSS milestone: Over 160 games supported, XeSS 2 adoption remains limited

According to Intel, its DLSS alternative now supports more than 160 games. However, XeSS 2 hasn’t found much favour with developers despite promising to deliver significantly higher frame rates and up to 45% lower latency than its...

Hannes Brecher, 04 Feb 2025 03:41

The Alienware x16 R2 has been discounted on Dell's website (image source: Dell)

Deal | Alienware x16 R2: High-end gaming laptop with GeForce RTX 4080 and Core Ultra 9 185H gets sizable discount

Last year's flagship Alienware offering, the Alienware x16 R2, has been discounted heavily on Dell's website. You can buy it for just $2,699, making it $600 cheaper than its asking price.

Anil Ganti, 04 Feb 2025 03:28

Dream Machines is now selling a gaming laptop with AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D and RTX 5090 (Image source: Dream Machines)

Dream Machines gaming laptop with AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D, RTX 5090 and external water cooling revealed

Dream Machines is now accepting pre-orders for its flagship gaming laptop that sports the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D and Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU with 24GB VRAM and a 175W TGP.

Hannes Brecher, 03 Feb 2025 23:20

The Switch 2 is Nintendo's next-gen gaming console. (Image source: Nintendo)

This Nintendo Switch 2 release date theory is exciting but should be taken with a pinch of salt

Nintendo is yet to announce a release date for the Switch 2, and that has led to a lot of speculations and guesses. Now, a theory has surfaced, speculating what date the console will be released, and it is a delight to read.

Habeeb Onawole, 03 Feb 2025 23:14

The new Alienware Area-51 gaming desktop comes with one CPU and GPU combination for now. (Image source: Dell)

Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 still available in new Alienware Area-51 gaming desktop for $4,449.99

Stock shortages of Nvidia's GeForce RTX 50 series graphics cards are expected to continue for some time. The GeForce RTX 5080 can be picked up inside Dell's new Alienware Area-51 gaming desktop, albeit for a minimum of $4,449.99 a...

Alex Alderson, 03 Feb 2025 21:17

Need for Speed: Unbound has seen its last update as Criterion focuses on Battlefield

Criterion is putting Need for Speed plans on hold as EA's upcoming Battlefield game takes priority. The developer is halting the release of any new Need for Speed: Unbound updates. Still, it seems likely that the 30+ year-old seri...

Adam Corsetti, 03 Feb 2025 21:07

We might not have to wait very long for affordable GeForce RTX 50 GPUs (image source: Notebookcheck)

GeForce RTX 5060 and RTX 5060 Ti tentative launch window emerges online

A new leak suggests Nvidia could launch the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti and RTX 5060 earlier than their last-gen counterparts. Both SKUs are tipped to arrive a month after the GeForce RTX 5070 and RTX 5070 Ti arrive in late February.

Anil Ganti, 03 Feb 2025 20:44

Anbernic already sells the RG34XX in five colours. (Image source: Retro Gaming With Deadfred via Retro Handhelds)

New Anbernic RG34XX gaming handheld refresh leaks after RG34XX SP rumours

It seems that Anbernic is not done with the RG34XX just yet. In fact, a new leak suggests that two new versions of the Anbernic RG34XX are on the way, likely before the rumoured RG34XX SP.

Alex Alderson, 03 Feb 2025 18:07

RTX 5080 and RTX 5090 GPUs blamed for melted power connector, but an RTX 4090 was at fault

Finding an Nvidia RTX 5080 or 5090 in stock at MSRP is almost like striking gold. Lucky buyers could soon regret their purchases if the powerful GPUs burn out. Hong Kong tech site PCM posted pictures of melted power connectors bef...

Adam Corsetti, 03 Feb 2025 17:18

Nvidia RTX 4060 clocks 90 FPS in Spider-Man 2 upscaled to 1080p from 360p using DLSS 4. (Image source: Steam, edited)

360p to 1080p with DLSS 4: Marvel's Spider-Man 2 PC pulls off 90 FPS with Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU

Despite all the controversies surrounding DLSS 4, specifically multi-frame generation and upscaling, there is no denying that handhelds with limited computing horsepower will benefit greatly from such technologies. A recent video ...

Sambit Saha, 03 Feb 2025 17:17

The annual Bloodborne remake rumours have started surfacing again (image source: Notebookcheck)

New PlayStation State of Play rumour rekindles hope for an imminent Bloodborne remaster reveal

A bunch of seemingly unrelated events heralds the revival of a revered FromSoftware title. Apparently, Sony has issued a DMCA strike to a Bloodborne modder right before a State of Play is rumoured to happen.

Anil Ganti, 03 Feb 2025 16:57

The free demo of Sandustry has been available on Steam since January 31. (Image source: Steam)

Mining game with realistic sand physics tops Steam’s "Trending Free" charts

A new simulation game on Steam lets players step into the role of a miner building a complex sand-processing factory. The challenge lies in managing the realistic flow of sand, which must be transported efficiently. The community ...

Marius Müller, 03 Feb 2025 16:17

Far Cry New Dawn will be released on February 4 in the Xbox Game Pass. (Image source: Xbox Wire)

Only one new addition to Xbox Game Pass this week, but it's a big one

In early February, Microsoft is expected to add just one new game to Xbox Game Pass, but it’s an AAA open-world shooter.

Marius Müller, 03 Feb 2025 16:15

The RedMagic Dao 150W GaN Charger Three Kingdoms 8 version has been launched in China. (Image source: ITHome)

RedMagic Dao 150W GaN Charger: New limited edition version arrives

Nubia has released a new version of the RedMagic Dao 150W GaN Charger in China. This limited edition Three Kingdoms 8 variant offers four ports with support for various charging protocols, like the original. Other features of the ...

Polly Allcock, 03 Feb 2025 15:04

Nvidia RTX 3060 and RTX 4060 Laptop are the two most popular GPUs in the survey result (Image source: Steam - edited)

Nvidia continues to dominate Steam hardware survey's most popular GPU list

Every month, Valve publishes the hardware-related data it collects from Steam users, offering insight into the most popular CPUs and GPUs among gamers. As for the latest survey, there's no major shift yet again.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 03 Feb 2025 12:46

Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver 572.16 downloading via the Nvidia app (Image source: Own)

Nvidia's latest driver update comes with support for the GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080

In addition to supporting the new GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 GPUs, GeForce Game Ready 572.16 comes with DLSS 4 optimizations for roughly 75 games and apps, including Cyberpunk 2077 and Hogwarts Legacy, as well as support for 19...

Codrut Nistor, 03 Feb 2025 10:29

No Man's Sky celebrates massive new update with Steam Sale

The open-world/survival/crafting space sim recently got a huge update that added billions of new solar systems, planets, and biomes. Hello Games is running a special promotion till February 10 that sees the game's price reduced by...

Rohith Bhaskar, 03 Feb 2025 08:59

Black Ops 6 is 30% off for a limited time

The latest entry in the franchise is available for $48.99 until February 10. Since launch, the game has seen its fair share of controversy, with everything from hackers taking over games and booting players to AI-generated artwork...

Rohith Bhaskar, 03 Feb 2025 07:51

Doing everyday things on Linux (Image source: Sascha Mölck, Notebookcheck)

Windows 10 support ending in 2025: Try out alternative operating systems without installing them

CheckMag The impending end of Windows 10 support (October 2025) means that many users may have to switch to a different OS. Alternative operating systems such as Linux and ChromeOS Flex can be tested on your own PC without affecting the ex...

Sascha Mölck, 03 Feb 2025 06:15

Nintendo Switch 2 design (Image source: Nintendo)

The Switch 2 joy-con controller could intelligently simplify inputs

The Switch 2 joy-con controller may exceed expectations for innovation. If a new Nintendo patent is implemented, the joy-con could compete with the most advanced controllers. What are the other benefits of a controller learning a ...

Adam Corsetti, 02 Feb 2025 20:40

The GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 gaming GPUs are obscenely difficult to get, for now, at least. (Image source: Nvidia, edited)

Four-month wait for RTX 5090: UK retailer paints sombre picture for Nvidia RTX 5090, RTX 5080 availability

Folks familiar with gaming hardware launches had presumably foreseen inevitable supply shortages for Nvidia's RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 gaming GPUs. However, the reality of the aforementioned shortages appears to be worse than anyone ...

Sambit Saha, 02 Feb 2025 18:59

Variants of the GeForce RTX 5090 are being sold for ungodly sums on sites like eBay. (Image source: eBay - edited)

GeForce RTX 5090 sells for extraordinary 193% markup in the US as Japanese consumers face similar reseller predicament

A Zotac Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 Solid Overclocked graphics card has just been sold for an obscene amount on eBay, with the seller openly admitting that they had recently purchased the board from Micro Center. It’s not just gamers ...

Daniel R Deakin, 02 Feb 2025 18:23

The Fire TV Stick 4K supports Xbox Cloud Gaming. (Image source: Xbox)

Deal | This Xbox console replacement is down to just $30

If you don't want to purchase the current-gen Xbox consoles, you can still play Xbox games on your TV. Thanks to Xbox bringing its cloud gaming service to select Fire TV devices, such as the currently-discounted Fire TV Stick 4K, ...

Habeeb Onawole, 02 Feb 2025 15:48

FlyKnight has elements of a hack-and-slash combat system, merged with cooperative dungeon crawling. (Image source: Steam)

New Runescape-like online co-op dungeon crawler tops Steam charts with "Overwhelmingly Positive" reviews

A new fantasy online co-op game is currently picking up traction on Steam. FlyKnight - currently bundled with an introductory 10% discount - has garnered over 600 "Overwhelmingly Positive" reviews within only 2 days of release.

Anubhav Sharma, 02 Feb 2025 14:31

Grand Theft Auto VI could run at 30 FPS on consoles (Image source: Rockstar Games - edited)

GTA 6: Former Rockstar Games animator weighs in on console performance

Mike York, a former Rockstar Games animator, has weighed in on how well Grand Theft Auto 6 may run on consoles. The ex-animator doesn't expect GTA 6 to hit raw 60 FPS on current-gen consoles at launch.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 02 Feb 2025 12:55

The Battlefield 6 closed playtest could begin next week

Battlefield 6 hopes to rectify the issues of previous titles and return the series to glory. New leaks suggest that a closed Battlefield playtest is imminent. How soon might more gamers be invited to try out the upcoming FPS game?

Adam Corsetti, 02 Feb 2025 01:44

Call of Duty cheating runs rampant as hackers disconnect Black Ops 6 players

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Warzone are under siege from sophisticated hacking tools. Even with Activision updating its Ricochet anti-cheat protection for Season 2, hackers are effortlessly booting players from matches.

Adam Corsetti, 01 Feb 2025 20:47

Exfil is free to play on Steam until February 3. (Image source: Steam)

Free weekend: Tactical extraction shooter now free to play on Steam

A tactical extraction shooter from December 2024 is free to play on Steam until February 3. With its realistic gunplay and emphasis on teamwork, it’s a great opportunity for fans of strategic combat.

Marius Müller, 01 Feb 2025 15:19

Tokyo Xtreme Racer has gotten off to a strong start in Early Access. (Image source: Steam)

Tuning and street racing: New Steam hit brings back the spirit of NFS Underground 2

A beloved racing game is making a strong comeback after nearly 20 years. The Early Access version has earned glowing reviews on Steam, impressing players with its deep tuning options, reminiscent of the genre classic Need for Spee...

Marius Müller, 01 Feb 2025 14:51

Passant combines traditional chess with dynamic roguelike elements. (Image source: Steam)

Chess meets roguelike: New Steam demo takes the top spot in "Trending Free"

A new Steam demo blends classic chess with dynamic roguelike elements, offering a fresh strategic experience. Players seem to be enjoying it so far, as the game boasts strong ratings and currently tops the "Trending Free" charts.

Marius Müller, 01 Feb 2025 14:10

Farewell Multiversus (Image Source: Player First Games - edited)

Multiversus to go offline-only after final season update

It’s time to say goodbye to MultiVersus. The crossover platform fighter, known for bringing together characters from Warner Bros. properties, will officially go offline after the conclusion of its fifth and final season.

Santiago Nino, 01 Feb 2025 12:58

Edward Snowden was distinctly displeased with Nvidia's RTX 5080 specifications. (Image source: @Snowden/Nvidia - edited)

Nvidia blasted as "F-tier" as Edward Snowden blows his whistle over RTX 5080 and RTX 5090 VRAM amounts

Nvidia and its recent GeForce RTX 50 series launch, which many have labeled a “paper launch” due to immediate stock shortages, have been lambasted from a somewhat surprising corner of the internet. Renowned whistleblower and forme...

Daniel R Deakin, 01 Feb 2025 12:22

All the games tested on the Galaxy Watch 5 reportedly runs at 30+ FPS (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 gets modded to play GTA, God of War, and more

Redditor ZenonDesingk showcased the gaming capabilities of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5. The smartwatch was shown to be able to run GTA Vice City, God of War: Chains of Olympus, and more through a PSP emulator.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 01 Feb 2025 08:36

The GTA 5 Steam player count spikes as fans await a firm GTA 6 release date

Even with GTA 6 constantly in the spotlight, GTA 5 continues to thrive. Steam Charts show that most newer games are struggling to match GTA 5's impressive player counts. How has Rockstar Games helped the 2013 title stand the test ...

Adam Corsetti, 01 Feb 2025 00:56

The first two installments in The Sims franchise have been re-released for PCs. (Image source: EA)

EA relaunches The Sims 1 and The Sims 2 for PCs

EA has re-released The Sims and The Sims 2 for Windows 10/11 PCs to celebrate the franchise's 25th anniversary. The new games come with all of their expansions packs and are available to buy individually or as a bundle.

Habeeb Onawole, 31 Jan 2025 22:55

AMD radeon Rx 9070 linux driver near complete

AMD RDNA 4 GPUs to buck trend by getting near-perfect launch-day Linux support

AMD's open source RADV Vulkan driver for Linux has already been updated to support the AMD Radeon RX 9070 and 9070 XT GPUs, although there will be a few minor features missing at launch — a massive improvement over previous GPU la...

Julian van der Merwe, 31 Jan 2025 22:40

The latest Nintendo Switch 2 leak points to larger game cases

The screen may not be the only aspect of the Nintendo Switch 2 that's larger. A French retailer revealed an image of a surprisingly substantial Switch 2 game case. Should gamers expect larger cartridges with the new handheld conso...

Adam Corsetti, 31 Jan 2025 21:07

3DMark now supports DLSS 4 benchmarks for the Nvidia RTX 50 series

DLSS 4 and its improved AI upscaling are the main advantages of the RTX 50 series. With the latest 3DMark update, gamers can now easily test how the technology impacts frame rates. Some DLSS 4 features apply to older generations, ...

Adam Corsetti, 31 Jan 2025 17:15

The R36 Max adopts a 1:1 aspect ratio display to distinguish it from its peers. (Image source: AliExpress)

R36 Max: New 1:1 vertical gaming handheld available for under $40

The R36 Max is a new retro gaming handheld from Game Console. Based around a 4-inch and 1:1 display, the device also contains a pair of joysticks and some rather strange design decisions.

Alex Alderson, 31 Jan 2025 17:05

The Retroid Pocket Flip is one of the most powerful clamshell gaming handhelds around. (Image source: Retroid)

Retroid Pocket Flip 2 rumours surface following Miyoo Flip release

Miyoo has just released its clamshell gaming handheld. The Anbernic RG34XX SP is rumoured to be in development too, as is the long-awaited Retroid Pocket Flip 2 according to a reliable source.

Alex Alderson, 31 Jan 2025 17:02

Early owners of the Miyoo Flip have complained about its build and display quality, among other shortcomings. (Image source: Miyoo)

Miyoo Flip V2 refresh could launch much sooner than expected

Miyoo has only just started selling the Flip as a smaller alternative to the established Anbernic RG35XX SP. Nonetheless, a Miyoo Flip V2 has already been outlined by a reliable source, which could arrive much sooner than expected...

Alex Alderson, 31 Jan 2025 16:56