Last week, reports claimed that the unannounced RTX 5050 desktop graphics card may use GDDR7 memory, potentially due to high market demand for GDDR6 memory modules. Now, the rumours have reversed course, with claims that board partners are using GDDR6 memory for upcoming RTX 5050 graphics cards.  A new report …

Seagate has launched the first 4TB Storage Expansion Card for Xbox Series X|S. This new capacity option is designed to confront the ever-growing storage demands faced by Xbox console users globally and remove the need for users to delete titles to make way for new ones.  With AAA titles often …

SDC has just taken monitor refresh rates to the next level with its “Flash 540-Meta” OLED gaming panel. While the name seems to imply a 540Hz refresh rate, this screen is actually capable of refresh rates as high as 720Hz.  The “Flash 540-Meta” display uses a fourth-generation LG OLED panel …

AMD officially announced two new additions to its Ryzen Z2 line of APUs: the Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme and the Ryzen Z2A. These are the same two APUs used in the recently announced Asus ROG Xbox Ally systems.

MSI Afterburner has long been a popular overclocking tool for PC enthusiasts. Currently, the software lacks support for AMD's latest generation RX 9000 series graphics cards, but that is set to change with an upcoming update.  Usually, the development of Afterburner's compatibility with new hardware hinges on MSI providing sample …

Ubisoft has officially announced Anno 117: Pax Romana, the next chapter in the long-running city-building strategy series. Gamers can mark their calendars for November 13th, when the game will drop for PC, PS5 and Xbox. To celebrate the announcement, a brand-new cinematic trailer has been released. Anno 117: Pax Romana …

Lian Li has just introduced the Uni Fan CL Wireless, a compelling new fan series aimed squarely at PC builders seeking a harmonious blend of wireless convenience, RGB lighting, and decent performance without breaking the bank. Designed as an economical alternative within Lian Li's expansive fan ecosystem, the CL Wireless …

Nvidia has achieved an unprecedented level of dominance in the add-in board (AIB) GPU market, capturing a staggering 92% share in the first quarter of 2025.  According to the latest figures from Jon Peddie Research (via Wccftech), this represents a significant 8.5 percentage point increase for team green over their …

Asus has introduced the Prime AP202 mATX computer case, a new enclosure that promises to offer pleasing aesthetics with good thermal performance. Designed to appeal to a broad spectrum of PC builders, whether crafting a high-end gaming rig, a robust workstation, or a versatile general-purpose system, the AP202 aims to …

First spotted at Computex last month, Lian Li is now launching its new entry-level Vector V100 PC case. The new case delivers the aesthetics modern PC builders are looking for, while keeping the price tag down to a low $60.  The Vector V100 incorporates intelligent design elements that enhance both …

Just as the dust begins to settle from the recent launches of the GeForce RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7 and Radeon RX 9060 XT series graphics cards, it appears Nvidia is already preparing its next launch. The long-rumoured GeForce RTX 5050 8GB graphics card is now anticipated to debut as soon …

Sony PlayStation has unveiled its first wireless fight stick codenamed “Project Defiant”. This new controller aims to empower fighting game enthusiasts with enhanced flexibility, offering wireless connectivity using the PlayStation Link technology and a traditional wired connection. Project Defiant has been designed from the ground up specifically for fighting games, …

A new report from a typically reliable Intel hardware leaker suggests that Intel's forthcoming Nova Lake-S desktop processors, slated for an early 2026 arrival, will feature a blend of integrated graphics architectures. While the inclusion of Xe3 integrated graphics for Nova Lake-S has been a long-standing rumour, a new rumour …

Capcom's beloved Monster Hunter franchise continues to prove its immense commercial success. The company revealed that Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak has surpassed the 10 million copies sold since its 2022 release. This major achievement builds upon its strong performance in 2023, when it had already crossed the 5 million mark. …

SteelSeries today announced the arrival of its Arctis Nova 3 Wireless headset and the accompanying Arctis App, expanding its Arctis Nova family. This launch arrives as gaming continues its meteoric rise, with Newzoo forecasting nearly 2.9 billion global gamers by Q1 2025 and a sustained rebound in console gaming. The …

Nvidia's long-rumoured Arm-based PC APU might finally see the light of day in Alienware laptops as early as this year. Based on the latest rumours, the green team's new chip could potentially cause a seismic shift in the Windows on Arm landscape, currently dominated by Qualcomm. According to a report …

Razer has unveiled its new wireless charging system: the Razer HyperFlux V2. This unique charging solution liberates gaming mice from docks and cables, offering continuous wireless power directly from the mouse mat, similar to how Logitech Powerplay works. The HyperFlux V2 wireless charging system delivers a consistent power flow straight …

Just two weeks on from Computex, Thermaltake has new products to launch. This week, Thermaltake has unveiled the new MAGFloe 360 Ultra ARGB Sync and MAGFloe 420 Ultra ARGB Sync AIOs, which promise to combine striking visuals with peak performance.  The centrepiece of the MAGFloe Ultra series is its 3.95-inch square …

Asus has just revealed its brand-new TUF Gaming Series Five displays. These are the 27-inch VG27AQML5A QHD monitor and the VG34WQML5A UWQHD monitor, both of which offer high refresh rates, low response times, and a suite of gaming features for users to explore. Starting with the TUF Gaming VG27AQML5A, this …

The AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT has reportedly become available early through unofficial channels. Redditor “uesato_hinata” shared images and screenshots of the card running with a modified driver. Initial findings regarding the card's overclocking capabilities suggest that users won't be able to increase the VRAM speed, as the Reddit user …

Overclocking specialist and TechTuber Roman ‘der8auer' Hartung has demonstrated that Nvidia's RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell workstation graphics card, priced at around £8,000, can outperform consumer-grade GPUs in gaming, even without a Game Ready Driver. Getting one of these graphics cards isn't easy, especially considering its price. However, der8auer was able …

Square Enix has announced that Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age has sold over 8.5 million units worldwide, making it the best-selling individual title in the Dragon Quest franchise. Moreover, the franchise has just broken through 94 million copies sold, solidifying its place as the second most successful …

Sega has announced Sega Football Club Champions 2025, a new free-to-play football management game set to launch in 2025 for PC (Steam), PS5, PS4, iOS, and Android. This comes after Sega-owned Football Interactive cancelled Football Manager 2025 in February 2025, marking the first time the Football Manager franchise had skipped …

Wizards of the Coast has announced a publishing agreement with Giant Skull for a new Dungeons & Dragons video game. This new studio was founded by Stig Asmussen, a game industry veteran who worked on games such as God of War 3 and the Star Wars Jedi series. Giant Skull …

Lian Li has launched the new Uni Fan SL-Infinity Wireless, a fan series designed for extensive customisation. It features three independently controllable lighting zones and distinct dual-layered infinity mirror patterns on both sides, offering two different visual styles. The fans feature L-Wireless Sync 2.4 GHz technology, enabling wireless control of …

Kojima Productions is set to host a “game premiere” presentation for Death Stranding 2: On the Beach with Geoff Keighley on the Summer Game Fest main stage. This event will occur on Sunday, June 8/9th, at 7 p.m. PT / 3 a.m. BST, concluding this year's Summer Game Fest schedule. …

FromSoftware and Bandai Namco's Elden Ring Nightreign has rapidly surpassed 2 million players within a day of its release and amassed over 300,000 concurrent players on Steam.  Notably, Elden Ring Nightreign is unavailable on subscription services like Xbox Game Pass, suggesting that the 2 million player count closely reflects copies …

Intel's next-generation desktop CPU socket, LGA-1954, is rumoured to retain the same physical dimensions as its predecessors, LGA-1851 and LGA-1700.

Mundfish, the developer behind the 2023 hit Atomic Heart, is leveraging its debut title's success to expand into a new strategic venture within the gaming industry. As the title just reached 10 million players, the studio has officially launched Mundfish Powerhouse, a new publishing initiative to support developers and investors. …

Recent reports indicate a possible shift in Microsoft's strategy for the portable gaming market. Microsoft's long-rumoured first-party Xbox handheld is now said to be facing delays, as Microsoft has realised that Windows still needs a lot of work on the power management front to catch up to alternatives like SteamOS.  …