Just as promised, last night Ubisoft officially re-revealed Skull and Bones with a fresh new gameplay trailer and a release date. After nine years of development and multiple delays, Skull and Bones will finally release on the 8th of November. Skull and Bones is set in the Indian Ocean during …
Read More »Bright Memory Infinite finally heads to PS5 and Xbox Series X/S this month
Bright Memory Infinite has already been out on PC for quite some time, offering next-gen level graphics and modern effects, like ray-tracing. It is an impressive looking shooter and soon, we'll see how the console versions stack up. Bright Memory Infinite came to PC last November, but the Xbox Series …
Read More »Riot is raising League of Legends and TFT in-game currency prices
League of Legends was at the forefront of free-to-play gaming over a decade ago, offering in-game currency and microtransactions before it became the widespread norm. In-game currency prices have been fixed in place for a while, but Riot has recently announced a price hike of 10% on average. Buying in-game …
Read More »Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 beta to begin in September
Previous leaks via Amazon pointed to an August start date for the upcoming Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 beta. However, it would appear that the beta has been pushed back a bit closer to the game's October release date. According to Call of Duty leaker, Ralph Valve, Activision is …
Read More »BlizzCon set to return in 2023
BlizzCon has been cancelled for the last few years, but there are plans to finally bring the event back. According to Blizzard head, Mike Ybarra, there are plans to host the event once again in 2023. During a recent interview with the LA Times, Ybarra confirmed that recently hired BlizzCon …
Read More »GeForce Now adds Arma Reforger and more this week
Last week was a big one for GeForce Now, with the service heading to Samsung TVs. This week is a little quieter, with just four games joining the library this week, headlined by Arma Reforger. There will be 13 games in total joining GeForce Now this month. This week, four …
Read More »The M2 MacBook Air will finally begin shipping next week
It has been a month since Apple first announced its new M2 processor, alongside the first Mac laptop powered by the chip. Now, the new M2 MacBook Air is finally ready to hit the market, with pre-orders going live this week, and shipping beginning next week. Apple confirmed this week …
Read More »Jonsbo introduces new VR3 ITX and VR4 ATX cases
Jonsbo is back with a new pair of cases for 2022. The new VR3 ITX and VR4 ATX cases include a removable inner chassis to make the building process nice and easy, as well as mesh panels for improved airflow. The Jonsbo VR3 and VR4 are designed to be compact …
Read More »Asus launches ROG Cetra True Wireless gaming earbuds with dual-connectivity
Recently, ASUS officially launched the ROG Phone 6, as well as a suite of new accessories, like the new ROG Cetra True Wireless Earbuds, featuring dual-connectivity and hi-fi grade audio quality. There will be a base ROG Cetra True Wireless and a Pro version, featuring dual-connectivity via Bluetooth and USB-C. …
Read More »Rockstar reportedly scrapped GTA 4 and RDR remasters to focus on finishing GTA 6
Rockstar-focused reporter, Tez, recently revealed that the studio has scrapped plans for future remasters in an effort to allocate more resources to Grand Theft Auto VI. Other sources have since come forward to confirm this, adding that Rockstar doesn't want a repeat of the GTA Trilogy. Rockstar apparently had plans …
Read More »Square Enix delays Forspoken to 2023
While Forspoken was initially planned for a May 2022 launch, rough gameplay previews led to a lengthy delay, pushing the game back to late 2022. Now, Square Enix has given the developers a bit more time, pushing the game back once again into early 2023. In an update posted this …
Read More »Horizon Forbidden West update brings 120Hz mode and VRR support
Ever since release, the developers behind Horizon Zero Dawn have been working on patches and quality of life updates. The latest patch is arriving this week, and it includes two particularly major improvements – VRR support and a 120Hz mode. With Patch 1.17, Horizon Zero Dawn now has a high …
Read More »God of War Ragnarök is releasing on the 9th of November
Sony has finally broken its silence on God of War: Ragnarök, confirming an early November release date on PS4 and PS5. The announcement also brings along a new trailer and confirmation of the game's collector's edition. As announced on the PlayStation Blog, God of War: Ragnarök is now releasing on …
Read More »UK CMA opens investigation into Microsoft’s $69 billion Activision Blizzard deal
Back in January, Microsoft announced plans to acquire Activision Blizzard in a deal worth a record-breaking $69 billion. However, the deal is far from done, as Microsoft faces regulatory challenges. This week, another hurdle was placed in the way, as the UK's Competition & Markets Authority (CMA) announced plans to …
Read More »Yakuza and new ID@Xbox titles headline July Game Pass update
July is shaping up to be a good month for Xbox Game Pass subscribers, with a few promising indie titles joining the library, alongside the return of several Yakuza titles, making the entire series playable from start to finish once again. The Yakuza games returning to Xbox Game Pass was …
Read More »Halo co-creator will be working on new Battlefield campaign at Seattle studio
Back in October 2021, following the shuttering of his own independent studio, Halo co-creator, Marcus Lehto, joined EA to form a brand new studio. As it turns out, the newly created EA Seattle studio will primarily be focusing on Battlefield, looking to provide new single-player, or potentially co-op enabled campaigns. …
Read More »Skyrim Together Reborn is launching this week
Modders have been working on enabling co-op multiplayer for Skyrim for years in various forms, like Skyrim Together and Tamriel Online. Later this week, the most promising Skyrim multiplayer mod to date will launch – Skyrim Together Reborn. Skyrim Together Reborn is a version 1.0 update to Skyrim Together, marking …
Read More »PlayStation VR2 will use Tobii eye-tracking sensors
Back in February, eye-tracking specialist company, Tobii, announced to investors that it is in negotiations with Sony to provide tech for the PlayStation VR2 headset. Now a few months later, Tobii has officially been announced as the eye-tracking provider for Sony's next-gen VR headset. Tobii has been working on eye-tracking …
Read More »Razer acquires Interhaptics to help develop HyperSense peripheral ecosystem
Razer has been using HyperSense technology to bring new haptic feedback features to a number of peripherals in recent years. Soon, Razer's HyperSense tech will be getting a boost, as the company has now acquired haptic feedback specialist, Interhaptics. Interhaptics was founded in 2017 with the goal of delivering consistent, …
Read More »be quiet!’s next-gen Silent Wings 4 fans will be available starting this month
be quiet! has been working away on its next-generation Silent Wings 4 fans for a couple of years now, with the first 3D-printed prototype arriving in 2020. Now in 2022, the new Silent Wings 4 fans are ready to hit shelves. Following on from an initial unveiling last month, be …
Read More »The full Yakuza series returns to Xbox Game Pass
At the end of last year, some of the best Yakuza games left Xbox Game Pass, removing Yakuza 0, Yakuza Kiwami and Yakuza Kiwami 2. Now just over six months later, the full Yakuza series is returning to the service. Xbox Game Pass subscribers can once again download and play …
Read More »Sharkoon launches PureWriter White RGB full-size and TKL mechanical keyboards
Sharkoon is revamping its keyboard line-up for 2022. This week, the company announced the new PureWriter RGB White keyboard, available in two different models, a three-block version with a full numpad and dedicated media keys, and a TKL version for those who prefer a smaller footprint on their desk. The …
Read More »KOTOR 2 patch fixes multiple crashing issues on Nintendo Switch
Last month shortly after the launch of KOTOR 2 on the Nintendo Switch, players found a progression blocking bug roughly halfway through the game. Aspyr did offer a workaround that involves skipping a cutscene while it worked on an official patch and now, that update has finally arrived. Aspyr released …
Read More »Lian Li shows off new cases, next-gen UNI Fans and prototype AIO cooler at Digital Expo 2.0
Back in February, Lian Li brought back its annual Digital Expo for 2022, unveiling new prototypes and upcoming products. Now, Lian Li has gone live with its Summer update, bringing us new looks at upcoming cases, next-generation UNI fans and a new Lian-Li AIO liquid cooler. Starting off with the …
Read More »NZXT unveils second My Hero Academia themed PC case
NZXT's limited edition CRFT series cases have mainly focused on video game themes, but now, NZXT is getting inspiration from other areas too. Back in April, we saw the first anime-themed CRFT chassis, taking on a My Hero Academia theme. Now, there is a second edition My Hero Academia case, …
Read More »Thermaltake launches Pacific W8 and W9 CPU water blocks
A new generation of CPUs is on the way from both AMD and Intel. As usual, this also means new and improved cooling gear is on the way too. This month, Thermaltake is launching its latest CPU water blocks, the Pacific W8 and the Pacific W9. The Pacific W8 CPU …
Read More »Synology launches 5-bay DiskStation DS1522+
Synology is back with a new 5-bay DiskStation for 2022. The new Synology DiskStation DS1522+ launches this month, providing a compact solution for all-in-one storage to help you store, protect and share data. The DS1522+ integrates well as the primary storage solution for smaller setups or as an edge node …
Read More »Skate 4 gets pre-alpha trailer and insider program for playtesting
Last week we heard through leaks that EA was planning a Skate 4 reveal before the end of June. Yesterday, those reports were proven correct, as EA released a new trailer, giving us a very transparent look at where the game is at in development, and opening up an insider …
Read More »OCUK slashes PC hardware prices in Summer Sale
It's the summer season and as always, there are a ton of sales going on right now. If you're looking to pick up some PC upgrades, now is a perfect time, and we've rounded up some of the best deals currently available during the OCUK Summer Sale.
Read More »Two years on from release, the XIII remake is getting a remake
Two years ago, XIII Remake launched and swiftly disappointed returning fans with major technical issues. Since then, the game has been handed over to a new studio to remake the remake. XIII Remake launched with plenty of bugs, and fans also took issue with changes to art style and other …
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