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In the past year and a half or so we have seen the streaming giant Netflix expand outwards into the video game space, releasing pre-existing titles onto the platform while also acquiring studios to help make new and original content. The latest industry veteran to join Netflix is Raf Grassetti …

Today at Computex G.Skill is showcasing its fastest DDR5 memory modules yet, with speeds as high as 8800MHz across 48GB of dual-channel memory. There are also new high-capacity kits on show, including a 192GB DDR5 RAM kit for AMD systems.  First up on the list is the G.Skill DDR5-8800 48GB …

One of the biggest surprises at the PlayStation Showcase was the announcement of Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater – a remake of the iconic PS2 game from Hideo Kojima. At the time, few details were shared, though in the days since we have gotten an influx of new information …

Humble Bundles are a great way for video game fans to get their hands on a number of high-quality games for a relatively low price. Available for the next three weeks is Humble’s “must-play metroidvanias” bundle, featuring the likes of Hollow Knight, Blasphemous and more. The bundle – which is …

Asus has announced the world's first mass-produced graphics card using liquid metal on the GPU, the ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090. Thanks to its impressive cooling solution, it boasts the highest out-of-the-box boost clocks of any RTX 4090 card on the market today. Drawing from their expertise in liquid metal …

Each month, those subscribed to PlayStation Plus’ Essential tier are able to get their hands on a small selection of PlayStation 4 and PS5 titles. For the month of June, regardless of whether you have a current-gen machine or not, Sony has you covered as all the games being offered …

Ahead of PlayStation’s long-anticipated 2023 Showcase, I shared a list of my hopes and fears regarding the event. The showcase has now come and gone, and clearly Sony must have read my piece as they seemed to directly address all my fears – by doing exactly what I did not …

Asus ROG unveiled its latest wireless gaming keyboard, the Strix Scope II 96 Wireless. This compact keyboard features a 96% layout, packing all the functions and number keys in a standard 100% keyboard while saving space. The Strix Scope II 96 Wireless provides three connectivity options: Bluetooth, ROG SpeedNova 2.4 …

At Computex today, Fractal Design officially unveiled its latest case – the Terra, an ambitious Mini-ITX case with a very compact 10.4L chassis.  We had early access to the Terra, so our man James has already published an in-depth review, which you can find HERE. In the gallery above, you …

Today at Computex, we headed over to Corsair's suite and to our surprise, they had created a studio set specifically for YouTubers to utilise for showing new hardware. Join Leo and Mat as they dive into all the latest from Corsair and Elgato.  Watch via YouTube below: Timestamps: 00:00 Corsair …

Phanteks had a fully booked suite at Computex this year, with fellow YouTubers like Gamers Nexus and Paul's Hardware roaming the room alongside us. This year, Phanteks is debuting new NV-series cases to follow up on the fantastic NV7, alongside new AIO coolers and even cable-free power supplies. 

While we are just a week removed from the RTX 4060 Ti launch, Nvidia still came to Computex armed with new announcements. For starters, DLSS continues to catch on with developers, surpassing 300 supported games and apps. However, the biggest announcement centres around new AI technology.  The first major announcement …

The Ratchet & Clank franchise recently celebrated its 20th anniversary and is making its highly anticipated debut on PC with Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart. With its standalone storyline and introduction of two fresh faces—Rivet and Kit—this title is an ideal starting point for rookies and seasoned fans. Initially, Ratchet …

We're coming up to June, which means it is time to see what's next for Xbox Game Pass. While we expect to see some major Game Pass announcements at the Xbox Showcase later in the month, the first wave of titles has already been announced.  Kicking things off, we have …

At Computex this week, Kioxia is launching its latest SSD, the EXCERIA PLUS G3, promising up to 2TB capacity at more affordable prices compared to the new generation of PCIe 5 SSDs.  The EXCERIA PLUS G3 Series will leverage PCIe 4.0 technology and offer up to 2 terabytes (TB) of …

Ever since Microsoft debuted its Xbox Game Pass subscription service we have seen the console manufacturer’s legacy Xbox Live Gold fall somewhat out of relevancy. Despite this, Xbox Live Gold and its Games with Gold program remains – though with a noticeable decrease in the quality of its offerings. That …

After working on Destiny for pretty much a decade, Bungie finally announced their latest upcoming project: Marathon. It would seem as though this is not the only new game currently in the works at Bungie as a job listing has now seemingly confirmed that the team is developing a brand …

The big news from MSI at Computex 2023, was the announcement of a partnership with Mercedes-AMD Motorsport. Eric Kuo, EVP for MSI’s notebook division was met on stage by Christoph Sagemueller, Head of Mercedes-AMG Motorsport for a theatrical ‘signing’ ceremony. At the heart of the agreement is a limited edition, …

Following years of rumours, Apple looks set to finally officially announce their AR/VR headset during the smartphone manufacturer’s upcoming Worldwide Developers Conference. Though said to be focused primarily on productivity, a number of game studios have teased that their titles might be announced for the headset at the upcoming event. …

Nearly 6 years after the last entry in the series, Outlast is back, with the 3rd entry in the survival horror franchise – The Outlast Trials – launching via Steam Early Access in the 3rd week of May. Despite there being no release date for the full experience, The Outlast …

Devolver Digital has taken the E3 period as an opportunity to host weird, nonsensical and ultimately very fun showcases. 2023 is no exception, with the publisher officially announcing its Devolver Direct – and the return of “the world's most beloved video game mascot” Volvy. Making the announcement via a teaser …

Asus ROG is expanding its OLED gaming monitor lineup with the ROG Swift OLED PG49WCD. Like MSI, Asus is also making a massive 49-inch superwide OLED monitor for the high-end market.  At a staggering 49 inches, the ROG Swift OLED PG49WCD boasts a 144Hz refresh rate, 0.03ms response time and …

One of the biggest surprises at the PlayStation Showcase was the announcement of Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater – a remake of the iconic PS2 game from Hideo Kojima. That said, all we have seen so far is a CG teaser trailer offering little in the way of information. …

Leo continues his rounds at Computex 2023. This time we're stopping by to catch up with Thermaltake to check out the range of cases, liquid cooling gear and other hardware. The true star of the show here though is the line-up of custom modded PCs on display.  Watch via YouTube …

At Computex this year, Gigabyte has arrived armed with a little bit of everything, from a brand new stealth-design motherboard that hides away all of your power connectors, to new laptops - Leo even dives into a little bit of patent drama as the tour unfolds. 

2023 is a big year for Silverstone, with the company marking its 20th anniversary. To celebrate the occasion, Silverstone has arrived at Computex this year with quite the arsenal of products, including new cases and a very interesting new AIO cooler. Join Leo as we dive into everything Silverstone has …

At Computex this week, Laptops are a big point of emphasis for MSI. We've already seen a couple of new models in the Prestige and Commercial ranges, but now, MSI is unveiling something even bigger – a new laptop designed in collaboration with Mercedes-AMG.  MSI is entering a long-term partnership …

At Computex 2023, we had the chance to catch up with Seasonic to see what's new from the world-renowned power supply maker.  Watch via YouTube below: Timestamps: 00:00 It is all about the PSU’s baby 02:46 No new Syncro cases sadly 03:00 Magflow fans 03:58 eBlaztr Case 04:59 Eicoen The …

Each year Sony hosts a week-long Days of Play event which sees the console manufacturer slash prices across its many games and services. This year, Days of Play will begin on the 2nd of June, offering deals across PlayStation Plus, PlayStation Gear, direct.playstation.com, PlayStation Store, and more. Making the announcement …

CI Games has unveiled the official PC system requirements for its highly anticipated Souls-like game, Lords of the Fallen, powered by Unreal Engine 5. With the release date set for October 13th, gamers can now ensure their PC rigs are prepared. To enjoy the game at 720p resolution with Low-Quality …