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Montech heritage PC cases launched (Image Source: Montech)

New Montech Heritage PC cases have leather accents and a carrying handle

Montech is adding a touch of luxury to desks with the Heritage and Heritage Pro PC cases. Now available for purchase, both micro ATX enclosures accept the most powerful GPUs and cooling. Even with carrying straps, how practical is...

Adam Corsetti, 18 Jan 2025 19:59

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 GPU packs 33% more GPU cores than its predecessor. (Image source: Nvidia, Unsplash, edited)

GeForce RTX 5090 crushes RTX 4090 in Blender benchmark, leads predecessor by almost 37%

A recently uploaded listing on Blender Open Data has revealed how well the RTX 5090 performs in Blender, using the OptiX rendering engine. The result appears to line up almost exactly with what we would have expected from the Blac...

Sambit Saha, 18 Jan 2025 13:13

Nintendo stock falls after mixed reaction from Switch 2 announcement

Despite the hype and excitement surrounding the Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo has suffered a notable decline in its share price following the announcement of its upcoming console. Reactions to the Switch 2 are mixed, resulting in im...

Sam Medley, 18 Jan 2025 02:50

Deal | Beelink Mini PC SER8 with AMD Ryzen 7 8745HS and Radeon 780M iGPU gets sizeable Amazon discount

The Beelink SER8 mini PC, equipped with an 8-core, 16-thread AMD Ryzen 7 CPU, Radeon 780M iGPU, and 32 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, has received a sizeable discount on Amazon, making it a great value productivity and lightweight gaming machi...

Julian van der Merwe, 18 Jan 2025 00:08

The UltraGear OLED 45GX950A has an 800R curvature. (Image source: LG)

LG to release UltraGear OLED 45GX950A gaming monitor with 165 Hz and 330 Hz Dual Mode support

The UltraGear OLED 45GX950A is edging towards an official release. While LG has not commented on when the monitor will be available quite yet, it has now confirmed more specifications like a 330 Hz peak refresh rate when using its...

Alex Alderson, 17 Jan 2025 21:19

The OneXPlayer G1 can now purchased for $140 less with a Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU and 64 GB RAM. (Image source: One-Netbook)

OneXPlayer G1 price dropped by up to $220 for 64 GB RAM variants

One-Netbook has introduced new configurations for its latest gaming handheld release. In the process, it has reduced the price of the OneXPlayer G1 with 64 GB of RAM by up to $220 without sacrificing CPU or GPU performance in the ...

Alex Alderson, 17 Jan 2025 21:10

The UltraGear OLED 39GX90SA will be one of two webOS gaming monitors that LG releases this year. (Image source: LG)

LG shares new details about UltraGear OLED 39GX90SA gaming monitor before release

LG has revealed fresh details about the UltraGear OLED 39GX90SA ahead of its full release. Sporting webOS and USB Type-C connectivity, the new gaming monitor also features a 1440p resolution, a 240 Hz refresh rate and fast respons...

Alex Alderson, 17 Jan 2025 21:05

Aokzoe A1 X gaming handheld breaks cover with AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 to challenge Legion Go 2 ahead of official launch

The Aokzoe A1 X looks like a solid competitor to the likes of the Asus ROG Ally X and upcoming MSI Claw 8+ AI, thanks to a sizeable battery, powerful CPU, and 8-inch, 120 Hz display.

Julian van der Merwe, 17 Jan 2025 19:16

The RTX 5090D is an RTTX 5090 with cut-down AI and crypto capabilities. (Image source: Nvidia)

Nvidia RTX 5090D vs RTX 4090: 20% boost in gaming performance without DLSS or frame generation

The GeForce RTX 50-series launch was something of a mixed bag. While Nvidia's AI-driven DLSS 4 and frame-generation allows for some incredible FPS figures, the improvements in terms of raw performance appears to be far more modest...

Sambit Saha, 17 Jan 2025 18:46

Dynasty Warrios: Origins has been available on Steam since January 17 and is ranked #1 on SteamDB in the "Trending Games" and "Hot Releases" categories. (Image source: Steam)

Topping SteamDB Charts: New hack-and-slash delivers epic battles

A new hack-and-slash game launched on Steam on January 17, blending action-packed mass battles with strategic gameplay. This unique mix quickly propelled the game to the top of the "Trending Games" and "Hot Releases" charts on Ste...

Marius Müller, 17 Jan 2025 18:28

The Lenovo LOQ 15ARP9 has to make do with only a white backlight for the keyboard. (Image source: Lenovo, Unsplash, edited))

Deal | Excellent Lenovo LOQ gaming laptop offer drops price of RTX 4070 SKU below $900

The RTX 4070-powered Lenovo LOQ 15 gaming laptop can now be yours for less than $900. The discounted price is a pretty good opportunity to buy a well-performing mid-range gaming machine, as most RTX 4070 gaming notebooks usually r...

Fawad Murtaza, 17 Jan 2025 17:38

The UltraGear OLED 34GX90SA may look an awful lot like last year's UltraGear OLED 34GS95QE, pictured. (Image source: LG)

LG UltraGear OLED 34GX90SA to launch running webOS with 240 Hz OLED panel

LG has detailed the UltraGear OLED 34GX90SA, which is the fourth new OLED gaming monitor it will be releasing later this year. Drawing on the UltraGear OLED 34GS95QE, the UltraGear OLED 34GX90SA will add webOS and improved connect...

Alex Alderson, 17 Jan 2025 16:24

The action RPG Project Pantheon will soon enter its first alpha test phase and is set to offer a completely new gameplay experience. (Image source: YouTube / Wolcen Studio)

RPG evolution: New action-RPG promises completely new gameplay concept

A new action RPG is on the horizon, aiming to blend elements of hack-and-slash games, extraction shooters and MOBAs into a fresh gaming experience. Registrations for the closed alpha phase are now open.

Marius Müller, 17 Jan 2025 15:53

The Nintendo Switch 2 will probably do without an infrared camera in the right Joy-Con. (Image source: Nintendo)

Switch 2 drops feature of its predecessor: Some games may be limited

The first look at the Nintendo Switch 2 indicates that it might lack a key feature of its predecessor. This could mean some games will only be playable on the new console with restrictions.

Marius Müller, 17 Jan 2025 15:52

The UltraGear 27850A offers two display modes, much like LG's recent UltraGear OLED monitor releases. (Image source: Bilibili)

LG UltraGear 27G850A to launch soon globally with 480 Hz refresh rate and Dual Mode technology

The UltraGear 27G850A appears to be one of LG's next mid-range gaming monitors. Reportedly reaching Europe and the US soon, the LG UltraGear 27G850A can run at either 4K/240 Hz or 1080p/480 Hz across a 27-inch Nano IPS panel that ...

Alex Alderson, 17 Jan 2025 15:24

Razer Kuromi Collection Announced (Image Source: Razer)

The Razer Kuromi Collection expands its availability with a headset, keyboard, and more

The Razer Kuromi Collection appeals to anime fans with a mischievous streak. A special edition keyboard, headset, and gaming chair showcase the white rabbit from Onegai My Melody. After constant requests, Razer has made the Kuromi...

Adam Corsetti, 17 Jan 2025 14:55

Omega 6 The Triangle Stars physical copies available for pre-order (Image source: Limited Run Games)

Omega 6 The Triangle Stars limited physical editions coming next month

On Tuesday, January 21st, physical copies of Omega 6 The Triangle Stars will go on sale in anticipation of next month's game release. In addition to the $34.99 vanilla release, there will be a Deluxe Edition, priced at $59.99, as ...

Codrut Nistor, 17 Jan 2025 13:47

The RTX 5090 desktop GPU has 32 GB of GDDR7 VRAM. (Image source: Nvidia, Unsplash, edited)

GeForce RTX 5090 tested in Cyberpunk 2077

The RTX 5090 desktop GPU has been tested by a YouTuber with and without DLSS and Frame Generation in Cyberpunk 2077. With full Path Tracing enabled at 4K resolution and ultra settings, the RTX 5090 needs DLSS to push the average F...

Fawad Murtaza, 17 Jan 2025 12:07

Grab Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 at 25% off on Steam for a limited time (Image Source: Steam)

Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 is 25% off on Steam for a limited time

The hit third-person, co-op horde shooter is 25% off at Steam until January 27th. The game sold more than 4.5 million copies just one month after launch and is the most-played Warhammer game of any type to be released on Steam.

Rohith Bhaskar, 17 Jan 2025 11:02

Fantasy VII Rebirth is Steam Deck Verified (Image source: Valve - edited)

Critically-acclaimed modern RPG game recieves Steam Deck Verified rating ahead of PC launch

Square Enix is set to launch the Final Fantasy VII Rebirth PC port on January 23, 2025. Right ahead of this launch, the well-received modern RPG game has got a Steam Deck Verified compatibility rating.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 17 Jan 2025 09:31

Sony reportedly cancels two more live service games (Image Source: Sony PlayStation)

Sony has reportedly canceled two more live service games

Bloomberg's Jason Schrier asserts that Sony has canceled two unannounced live service games in development at Bend Studio and Bluepoint Games after an internal review. The company does say it will continue making online and single...

Rohith Bhaskar, 17 Jan 2025 09:28

Keychron K4 QMK V3 keyboard and M3 8K gaming mouse

Keychron launches $84 K4 QMK V3 96% mechanical keyboard and 8 kHz polling M3 8K gaming mouse

The new Keychron K4 QMK mechanical gaming keyboard is more than just a name refresh. Updated internals and materials make it a significantly more attractive prospect for those looking for a full-size keyboard. Similarly, the M3 8K...

Julian van der Merwe, 16 Jan 2025 23:44

Nintendo Switch 2 was officially announced on January 16 as leakers promised (Image source: Nintendo / YouTube)

Nintendo Switch 2: Top 5 features the trailer confirmed

CheckMag Nintendo has given fans a glimpse of the highly anticipated Switch 2 in the official announcement video, released January 16. These are the 5 changes the new console will bring that we consider most important.

Angel Capra, 16 Jan 2025 21:51

Nintendo is allegedly setting bullish expectations for the Switch 2. (Image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo Switch 2 to launch with better sales than PS4 and PS5 in first year

According to an early report, Nintendo is being bullish in its expectations for early Switch 2 sales. Allegedly, the company is preparing to create 'more than 20 million units' in the console's first year, which would see it surpa...

Alex Alderson, 16 Jan 2025 20:38

MSI may have been intending to offer the Claw 8 AI+ with two processor options. (Image source: u/sozuoka)

MSI Claw 8 AI+ could have launched with cheaper Intel Core Ultra 5 228V variant

MSI has just expanded the availability of its new 8-inch gaming handheld. While the console is priced at nearly $1,000, it turns out that MSI may have originally planned to offer a cheaper option before shelving it.

Alex Alderson, 16 Jan 2025 20:00

The ASRock Intel Arc B570 Challenger OC has a GPU clock speed of 2600 MHz. (Image source: ASRock, Unsplash, edited)

Intel Arc B570 vs Arc B580 and RTX 4060: Arc B570 tests raise doubts about GPU's value proposition

The Intel Arc B570 is one of the 2 Arc Battlemage GPU that Intel revealed back in December 2024. Reviews of the GPU are now here, and the card appears to be much slower than the Arc B580, while matching the RTX 4060 at 1440p which...

Fawad Murtaza, 16 Jan 2025 19:37

Nvidia RTX 4070 to be discontinued (Image source: Nvidia)

Nvidia RTX 4070 and RTX 4060 graphics cards may soon be discontinued

Buyers may not have a fallback option if Nvidia RTX 50 series cards are hard to find. Retailers are already signaling that the RTX 4070 and RTX 4060 are nearing the end of production.

Adam Corsetti, 16 Jan 2025 18:28

The second-to-last free game for January on Epic Games Store is Behind the Frame: The Finest Scenery (Image source: Epic Games Store)

Epic Games Store: January's penultimate free game is an 'Overwhelmingly Positive' hit

The free game section of Epic Games Store has been updated, and this week, the storefront is giving away a top-rated title. Next week's free game on the platform will be an 'Overwhelmingly Positive' title with over 4,400 player re...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 16 Jan 2025 18:09

The Ryzen Z2 Go-powered Legion Go S appears to boast decent gaming prowess. (Image source: Lenovo, Fps Vn, edited)

Legion Go S vs ROG Ally X: Ryzen Z2 Go gaming performance impresses against Z1 Extreme

A recent video has showcased the performance difference between the newly unveiled entry-level Ryzen Z2 Go APU, and the previous-gen flagship, the Ryzen Z1 Extreme. The chips, housed in the Legion Go S and ROG Ally X, performed in...

Sambit Saha, 16 Jan 2025 16:56

Age of Darkness: Final Stand has topped the Steam rankings under "New and Trending" since its launch. (Image source: Steam)

Survival strategy hit climbs to the top of Steam’s "New and Trending" charts

A dark strategy game emerged from Early Access on January 15 and quickly claimed the top spot in Steam’s "New and Trending" charts. Famous for its dark atmosphere, the game sets itself apart with its SwarmTech technology, allowing...

Marius Müller, 16 Jan 2025 16:24

This new Steam scam can be scary for unwary users, considering it can phish their complete login credentials. It could be especially worse if two-factor authentication isn't active. (Image source: Steam)

This legit-looking Steam phishing scam could steal your login credentials in seconds

A phishing scam targeting Steam users is circulating, using fake playtest invitations sent through Steam messages to deceive players and capture their login credentials.

Anubhav Sharma, 16 Jan 2025 15:31

Full details of the Nintendo Switch 2 will be officially revealed during April's Nintendo Direct. (Image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo unveils the Switch 2, reveals Nintendo Direct date for official announcement

Nintendo has casually released a trailer showing off the highly-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 console. The video confirms several leaks and rumors about the design but also leaves fans wanting more details which they will have to ...

Habeeb Onawole, 16 Jan 2025 14:13

The Epic Games Store is giving away a new free game but only for a short time

The Epic Games Store is preparing to update its free game of the week offer with a new title. This week's giveaway typically retails for $19.99 and is designed to test people's problem-solving abilities in single-player, local co-...

Alex Alderson, 16 Jan 2025 14:04

Split Fiction: A new local co-op adventure from the creators of It Takes Two

CheckMag Split Fiction, the upcoming local co-op game from Hazelight Studios, promises an innovative mix of sci-fi and fantasy. Launching on March 6, 2025, it features imaginative gameplay, unique mechanics, and a strong focus on teamwork,...

Mohamed Elshawa, 16 Jan 2025 12:57

Ghostwire: Tokyo is 80% off on Steam for a limited time

The well-received supernatural, open-world game is 80% off on Steam until January 20. If exploring a ghost-ridden Shibuya isn't your thing, and you just want to kill some demons, Evil West is 70% off for a limited time.

Rohith Bhaskar, 16 Jan 2025 12:40

AD-GP1: New external graphics solution (Image source: GMKtec)

GMK AD-GP1: New external graphics solution with USB-C and OCuLink connectivity

The company GMKtec has unveiled a new external graphics card capable of supplying power to connected devices. Additionally, the external GPU offers various connectivity options.

Silvio Werner, 16 Jan 2025 11:50

The Asus TUF Gaming F15 has a single-zone RGB keyboard. (Image source: Asus/Best Buy, Unsplash, edited)

Deal | RTX 4070-powered Asus TUF F15 gaming laptop price drops to new historic low following 32% cut

The Asus TUF Gaming F15, or simply TUF F15, laptop equipped with an RTX 4070 laptop GPU, 16 GB of RAM, and 1 TB of storage has recorded a new record-low price at Best Buy and eBay. Following the $400+ discount on the list price, t...

Fawad Murtaza, 16 Jan 2025 10:49

New January PlayStation Plus games headlined by God of War Ragnarok

The January PlayStation Plus games include some of the most popular franchises on Sony consoles. God of War Ragnarok steals the show, but there are new and old titles worth downloading on January 21st.

Adam Corsetti, 16 Jan 2025 06:46

Upcoming events calendar (Image Source: EA)

The Sims 4 free-to-play base game gets a huge update

To kick off the SIms 4 25th birthday campaign, the Sims 4 team has made some visual upgrades to the free-to-play base game. This update also includes some welcomed bug fixes to various expansion packs.

Stephen Pereyra, 16 Jan 2025 01:03

AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT specifications leak

AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT GPUs appear online - specifications and January 23 retail launch leaked

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 R...

Julian van der Merwe, 15 Jan 2025 23:55

Everspace was launched in May 2017, and it has pretty good ratings on both Metacritic and OpenCritic. (Image source: GOG - Edited)

Highly rated roguelike space-shooter game drops below $1 on GOG after 95% discount

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.

Anubhav Sharma, 15 Jan 2025 21:13

Nvidia's GeForce RTX 50 series graphics cards will be available for purchase later this month (image source: Nvidia)

Nvidia GeForce RTX 50 series gaming benchmarks revealed: DLSS 4.0 required for meaningful performance gains on non-flagship models

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 ove...

Anil Ganti, 15 Jan 2025 17:16

The next 8BitDo and Viture release will land in about two months' time. (Image source: 8BitDo & Viture)

8BitDo and Viture tease new joint 'one-of-a-kind' mobile gaming accessory

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.

Alex Alderson, 15 Jan 2025 17:04

Lossless Scaling 3 test on the gaming handheld highlights the improvements brought by the new update (Image source: ETA Prime)

Lossless Scaling 3 shown to deliver up to 3x FPS boost on last-gen gaming handheld with workable frame latency

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.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 15 Jan 2025 16:39

The Farm 51 announces Kickstarter for new post-apocalyptic RPG

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.

Rohith Bhaskar, 15 Jan 2025 15:22

The new MSI Claw offers various upgrades over the original model. (Image source: MSI)

MSI Claw 8: Pre-orders open in the UK with release date revealed

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.

Alex Alderson, 15 Jan 2025 15:10

Play Together was released on Steam on January 14 and is ranked #1 in the "Trending Free" category. (Image source: Steam)

Free social MMO takes the top spot on Steam

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.

Marius Müller, 15 Jan 2025 15:00

Heroes of Hammerwatch 2 was released on Steam on January 14 and is ranked #1 in the "New and Trending" category. (Image source: Steam)

New Rogue-Lite RPG with city-building features impresses on Steam

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.

Marius Müller, 15 Jan 2025 14:56

The retro shooter Doom is now playable in PDF format thanks to the creativity of the "ItRunsDoom" community. (Image source: DallE 3)

Doom in a document: Cult shooter now playable as a PDF

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.

Marius Müller, 15 Jan 2025 14:53