Forza Motorsport released last year to a positive reception from critics – though much less so from long-term fans of the racing series. That said, the devs at Turn 10 have slowly been improving the final product with each successive patch. In their latest “Message to the Motorsport Community”, the …
Read More »Intel Lunar Lake iGPU outperforms Arc A370M in OpenCL CompuBench test
Intel is gearing up to unveil its latest Core Ultra 200V “Lunar Lake” mobile CPU family, designed for lightweight laptops, mini-PCs, and gaming handhelds. The Lunar Lake CPUs will feature Xe2-based integrated graphics (Arc 130V and 140V), which we've only heard rumours about up until now. However, a recent report …
Read More »PS5 Pro design leaks ahead of September announcement
Much like last year's PS5 redesign, the upcoming PS5 Pro has been widely discussed for months thanks to numerous leaks. Now, one of the most trusted leakers around has revealed what the newly upgraded console will look like. Bilbil-kun, who has a long history of accurate leaks, particularly where PlayStation …
Read More »Corsair unleashes upgraded QD-OLED Xeneon 34 ultrawide gaming monitor
The Corsair XENEON OLED returns in 2024, with a new version now equipped with a QD-OLED panel. The Corsair Xeneon 34WQHD240-C hits an ideal pairing of screen size and resolution, with a 21:9 aspect ratio and 3440×1440 resolution, as well as support for HDR at up to 1000 nits. The …
Read More »Ubisoft advises PS5 gamers to abandon their Star Wars Outlaws save and start over
It looks like Ubisoft has angered a lot of early Star Wars Outlaws players on PS5, particularly those who paid for the £100+ ultimate edition for early access. The version of the game that released last week had a number of bugs, including progression-blocking issues. A patch won't fix it …
Read More »TMNT: Splintered Fate post-launch roadmap announced
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate was an iOS Apple Arcade exclusive co-op hack and slash roguelike released back in May of 2023. Since then, the game has come to the Nintendo Switch, with a PC release set for some time later this year. Ahead of an official release date, …
Read More »Capcom’s iOS games now require an internet connection to play
In a surprising move, Apple announced last year that its iPhone 15 Pro models would be able to support full-blown AAA console titles, partnering with the likes of Capcom to bring current-gen games to the mobile platform. Despite a less-than-stellar commercial reception, Capcom appears to be making its iOS ports …
Read More »Star Wars: Outlaws includes secret graphics overdrive mode
Last year, Ubisoft and Massive Entertainment released Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora to a relatively warm reception. That said, one aspect of the game which was praised was its inclusion of a secret graphics overdrive mode – future-proofing the title while giving those with beastly PCs the opportunity to check out …
Read More »Konami teases Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2
Back in October of last year, Konami officially released the Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 – a remastered compilation of the original MGS trilogy alongside some bonus titles. Perhaps more exciting however is the suggestion that a second volume is in the works. While details remain light, when …
Read More »Razer unleashes 1000Hz Wolverine V3 Pro controller for Xbox and PC
A lot of standard console controllers nowadays can be prone to stick-drift, which has pushed many enthusiasts to seek out higher-spec custom controllers. Razer has just launched its latest, the Wolverine V3 Pro, and it seems to give the Xbox Elite controller a run for its money. The Razer Wolverine …
Read More »Google had no idea how game development works when launching Stadia
Remember Google Stadia? Google's ill-fated cloud gaming service shut down just one year after launch, resulting in a number of acquired studios being shut down, including the company behind the excellent game, Journey to the Savage Planet. We've long known that Google was ignorant of the wider gaming landscape and …
Read More »Bandai Namco cancels Blue Protocol ahead of planned Western release with Amazon
Despite looking fantastic, Bandai Namco's anime-themed MMO, Blue Protocol, will no longer be making it to full release. The developers had teamed up with Amazon Games to bring the game to the west at some point this year, but after garnering feedback from the Japanese audience, where the game was …
Read More »Sony accidentally leaks LEGO Horizon Adventures’ release date
During the most recent Nintendo Direct Partner showcase, we got another look at the upcoming LEGO Horizon Adventures – this time running on the Nintendo Switch. While the game is still officially slated to release sometime during ‘Holiday 2024’ Sony appears to have accidentally unveiled the game’s intended release date …
Read More »RX 7700 XT Revisit – ft. Gigabyte, PowerColor & Sapphire
A year on from the RX 7700 XT, is it worth buying?
Read More »Four AMD RDNA 4 GPUs leak
AMD has yet to announce the discrete RDNA 4 GPUs, but leakers have been gathering some information on them. As per the latest reports, four GPU variants are on the way, with three memory configurations. According to Kepler_L2, RDNA4 GPUs will come in three memory configurations: 20 Gbps and 256-bit, …
Read More »New PlayStation Accessories app launches on PC
Throughout this generation, we have seen Sony make an increased effort in trying to capture the PC market. From the release of PlayStation exclusives on PC as well as additional hardware support for the platform, the console maker is clearly trying to extend its reach. As part of this, Sony …
Read More »Tetris Forever announced, featuring over a dozen classic games
More than 40 years on from its initial debut and Tetris remains one of the best video games of all time. In celebration of this series’ important role in the history of the industry, a new compilation title known as ‘Tetris Forever’ has now been announced. Officially unveiled during the …
Read More »Yakuza Kiwami is coming to the Nintendo Switch
Over the course of the past generation, the Yakuza [Like a Dragon] series has gone from being a relatively niche franchise to one of SEGA’s biggest. Aided by the release of a remake of the original PS2 Yakuza back in 2016, the Like a Dragon series has seen strong growth …
Read More »Lenovo expands Legion line-up with new monitors and accessories
Lenovo's gaming ecosystem continues to expand by introducing two new gaming monitors and a range of peripherals for the Lenovo Legion Go handheld. The new range of accessories includes a USB-C dock, a carry case, joystick pad sets, and, most importantly, a wireless controller charger that functions as a single …
Read More »First AMD Radeon RX 8000 RDNA4 GPU appears in benchmark
An undisclosed AMD Radeon RX 8000 RDNA 4 GPU has recently appeared on Geekbench. This GPU has five entries on Geekbench with varying OpenCL scores, all relatively low. Still, they can be useful in giving a glimpse at the specs of GPU, which seems to pack 56 CUs. These Geekbench …
Read More »Valve expands Deadlock access and adds Steam listing for the game
After months of silence, Valve has publicly acknowledged the existance of its new game, Deadlock, for the first time. At this point, the flood gates have opened and hundreds of thousands of players have access to the game, which is still in closed testing. After a number of leaks, Valve …
Read More »PS5 Pro likely to be announced next month during State of Play claims insider
Since as far back as 2022, we have been hearing rumours, leaks and other various reports claiming that Sony is working on a PS5 Pro, with plans to launch sometime in 2024. Hot on the heels of Gamescom – in which the console was said to be an “open secret” …
Read More »Sony is reportedly “paying close attention to the handheld market”
There was once a time when PlayStation stood competitive in both the home and handheld console markets, releasing classic systems such as the PSP and PS Vita. Unfortunately, the financial failings of the latter system saw Sony leave the handheld space. In the wake of the success of the PS …
Read More »Concord launch bombs on Steam
After eight years of development, PlayStation's new shooter Concord made its PC debut to a tepid reception, failing to attract even 700 players on Steam at launch. This lacklustre start starkly contrasts the success of Helldivers 2, another live-service game from PlayStation that launched earlier this year. Concord and Helldivers …
Read More »Ubisoft celebrates Heroes of Might & Magic 30th Anniversary with Olden Era
Ubisoft has announced the return of its popular turn-based strategy franchise, Heroes of Might & Magic, with the upcoming release of its eighth core instalment in 2025. Set to coincide with the commemoration of the franchise's 30th anniversary, the new game, titled Heroes of Might & Magic: Olden Era, marks …
Read More »Amazon Games CEO touts benefits of AI as video games “don’t really have acting”
In the wake of its position as one of the most valuable companies in the world, Amazon has been trying to break into the video games industry through the acquisition of Twitch, the creation of its Amazon Luna streaming service, and of course the launch of Amazon Games. Unfortunately, the …
Read More »The Xbox Series S is “annoying to optimize for” claims dev
With the 9th generation of consoles, Microsoft opted to take an interesting route with its console strategy – releasing two systems at the same time on the polar ends of the power spectrum. In the years since, we have seen some developers struggle to bring their games to Xbox due …
Read More »PS5 Pro was an “open secret” at Gamescom
Since as far back as 2022, we have been hearing rumours, leaks and other various reports claiming that Sony is working on a PS5 Pro, with plans to launch sometime in 2024. While the console manufacturer has yet to officially unveil this mid-gen refresh, the unannounced console was reportedly an …
Read More »Steam hits new concurrent user record
Over the past few years, the Steam platform has seen strong and consistent growth, with the PC-based service reaching record numbers of concurrent players every few months. After hitting 36 million concurrents back in March, the platform has reached a new milestone – with more than 37 million Steam users …
Read More »Thermaltake shares more details on The Tower 600 PC case
After revealing it at Gamescom 2024, Thermaltake has shared more details on the new Tower 600 mid-tower chassis. Available in black, white, blue, and matcha green variations, the latest addition to The Tower series features a similar design to the other cases in this lineup, albeit with increased component compatibility …
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