AMD is apparently changing the naming scheme of its mainstream GPU products. A recent report suggests that the upcoming Radeon RX 8000 series naming will be exclusive to the RDNA 3.5-based graphics, while the RDNA 4-based GPUs will get the Radeon RX 9000 naming. While we previously anticipated the “Strix …
Read More »AMD may have leaked the RX 9000 reference GPU design
It seems AMD has jumped the gun on its Radeon RX 9000 series reveal. A new marketing campaign on Reddit has inadvertently showcased a never-before-seen graphics card, and eagle-eyed enthusiasts are convinced it's an upcoming RX 9000 series graphics card. The leaked image from an ad on Reddit (via VideoCardz) …
Read More »MSI Claw 7 AI+ and Claw 8 AI+ handhelds to release in January
MSI's Claw 8 AI+ and Claw 7 AI+ gaming handhelds have apparently had their release date pushed to 2025. Although the first listings were pointing to a release on December 26th, it looks like the launch date has been pushed back to January 15th.
Read More »Yo Ho Ho and a Merry End to 2024 (which turned out a bit weird)
2024 has been a busy year. It feels like CES 2024 took place about three years ago and Computex - a mere six months ago - is ancient history. You have to think long and hard to recall that yes, Nvidia 40-series Super did indeed arrive in 2024. This is my video about my recollections of the year and that pretty much boils down to CPUs and motherboards.
Read More »Lian Li launches Uni Fan TL Wireless with optional LCD screen
Lian Li is expanding its wireless fan lineup with the new Uni Fan TL Wireless series. Available with and without LCDs, these fans offer seamless synchronisation of ARGB lighting and fan speeds without the clutter of cables or hubs. The Uni Fan TL Wireless series comprises two models: the Uni …
Read More »Intel’s x86S initiative has been abandoned
Intel has officially abandoned its plans for its own-developed x86S specification, a streamlined version of the x86 instruction set. This decision comes as the company shifts its focus towards collaborative development through the newly formed x86 Ecosystem Advisory Group with AMD and Google. The x86S specification, first proposed by Intel …
Read More »Frostpunk 2 developer 11 bit studios cancels Project 8 following layoffs
11 Bit Studios, the Polish studio behind the Frostpunk series, has faced several setbacks this year. Following the public's lukewarm reception of Frostpunk 2 and the delay of The Alters, the company has now announced the cancellation of an unannounced console project and subsequent staff layoffs. In a recent investor …
Read More »Diablo IV is free to play until January 3rd, and you can play with the expansion’s Spiritborn class
Blizzard is unleashing the hordes of hell for free this holiday season with a Diablo 4 trial that grants access to the full base game, including the recently released Spiritborn class from the Vessel of Hatred expansion. Until January 3rd, 2025, you can dive into the dark world of Sanctuary …
Read More »An Elder Scrolls Oblivion remake is reportedly on the way
For years, there have been rumours about Bethesda remastering some of its older classics but so far, nothing has come to fruition. That may change in 2025...
Read More »Far Cry 7 will bring notable improvements to gameplay
With Far Cry 7 on the horizon, Ubisoft is looking to finally switch up its open world formula with a number of gameplay improvements.
Read More »Auto HDR is making games crash following Windows 11 24H2 update
Microsoft's latest Windows 11 24H2 update is causing widespread problems for gamers, with the culprit seemingly linked to the Auto HDR feature. Gamers on Windows 11 24H2 have reported issues after installing the latest 24H2 update. Games such as Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare, Assassin's Creed Valhalla, and Need for …
Read More »Our Top 3 OLED Monitors of 2024!
We pick our top three OLED monitors for 2024!
Read More »Sony reveals Project Amethyst, AMD co-developed next-gen AI-enhanced hardware
In a video presentation featuring Mark Cerny, the lead system architect for the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro, Sony revealed Project Amethyst. This initiative is a collaboration with AMD, leveraging their expertise in RDNA graphics architecture and machine learning to integrate AI into both visuals and gameplay. Although the …
Read More »Sony is now the largest shareholder of Kadokawa, FromSoftware’s parent company
After weeks of reports regarding Sony acquiring Kadokawa, the story has concluded. Instead of a full acquisition, Sony is “only” becoming the largest shareholder of Kadokawa, the same company that owns the acclaimed FromSoftware. For that, Sony had to buy 10% of the company's shares. While this falls short of …
Read More »Director reveals new story details for Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra
Former Uncharted writer and director, Amy Hennig, has been working away on a new Marvel game for quite some time. Her new studio at Skydance is slowly revealing more details about Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra, which stars two fan-favourite heroes from the Marvel roster, Captain America and Black Panther. …
Read More »AMD Ryzen 5 9600 reportedly coming out in January 2025
AMD's Ryzen 9000 series processor family is set to grow even larger, with a new 6-core CPU coming alongside the other two X3D models reportedly launching in late January. Reputable leaker @AnhPhuH, who previously revealed AMD's plans for the Ryzen 9 9950X3D and Ryzen 9 9900X3D, has now hinted at …
Read More »Kioxia’s first PCIe 5.0 SSDs offer blazing fast speeds with reduced power consumption
Kioxia is launching a new range of PCIe 5.0 SSDs for gamers and content creators. The new Exceria Plus G4 SSD series will offer blazing fast speeds of up to 10,000MB/s, ensuring quick load times and file transfers. With up to 2TB capacity, the Exceria Plus G4 SSD offers up …
Read More »DeepCool upgrades its excellent Assassin IV CPU cooler with Vapor Chamber technology
The DeepCool Assassin series of CPU coolers has impressed us plenty of times in the past. As we head into 2025, DeepCool has a new and improved Assassin cooler ready to hit the market - the Assassin IV VC Vision.
Read More »Marvel Rivals surpasses 20 million players
Marvel Rivals keep reaching new milestones, with the latest being passing the 20 million player mark just 11 days after it launched. To celebrate it, NetEase is offering an in-game spray paint. The official Marvel Rivals X account announced the achievement and revealed a special gift for the community. Players …
Read More »Intel reveals findings from Arrow Lake-S performance investigation
Shortly after reviews for Intel Core Ultra 200 desktop CPUs went live, it came to light that there were some problems. Now, Intel has revealed its action plan.
Read More »Inno3D leak reveals new AI features for Nvidia RTX 50 GPUs
Features including 'Advanced DLSS' and 'Neural Rendering' teased by Inno3D for Nvidia's upcoming RTX 50 series graphics cards.
Read More »Nvidia investigating reports of Game Filters hampering GPU performance
Nvidia's new App, designed to replace GeForce Experience, has hit a snag. Gamers are reporting performance drops in certain games when the App is running in the background, prompting investigations and a temporary workaround from Nvidia itself. The issue, first brought to light by X user Sebastian Castellanos and subsequently …
Read More »InWin introduces new AR36 AIO liquid cooler with infinity mirror and ARGB effects
InWin has unveiled its latest cooling solution: the AR36 AIO liquid cooler. This 360-mm cooler combines ARGB lighting on the fans with the infinity mirror effects of the pump cover to offer enhanced aesthetics. The AR36's most striking feature is its “infinity mirror” design on the CPU block to create …
Read More »Sandisk is modernising its branding in early 2025
SanDisk, the memory giant known for its flash drives and memory cards, is getting a new branding. The company has revealed a sleek new logo inspired by the “pixel” and a new slogan: “Mindset of Motion”. Founded in 1988 as SunDisk, the name Sandisk was only established in 1995. Acting …
Read More »Marvel Rivals update brings massive Winter seasonal event
Get ready for some festive mayhem in Marvel Rivals! NetEase Games brings winter cheer to its popular hero shooter with a new event starring the Rivals' land shark, Jeff. Starting December 20th, players can dive into “Jeff's Winter Splash Festival”, a limited-time 4v4 arcade mode inspired by Splatoon. Instead of …
Read More »Xbox exclusives will be “the exception rather than the rule” according to insider
Following the announcement of The Outer Worlds 2 for PS5, one leaker has claimed that “exclusive Xbox console games will be the exception rather than the rule”.
Read More »Borderlands 4 won’t feature as much ‘toilet humour’
In contrast to the past few entries, Borderlands 4 will reportedly tone down its overabundance of pop culture references and toilet humour.
Read More »Stellar Blade gets free Holiday update
In a welcome update, SHIFT UP's Stellar Blade is getting a Christmas makeover as part of a free Winter DLC - available today.
Read More »The Last of Us Part 2 is coming to PC in April
While PlayStation gamers were not too keen on Sony's recent PS5 remasters for The Last of Us Part 1 and Part 2, these latest versions of the games have been better received by PC players. PC gamers got their first taste of The Last of Us last year with Part …
Read More »Dying Light: The Beast gets new trailer ahead of 2025 release
A new trailer for Dying Light: The Beast has dropped, giving us our first look at the game's main antagonist.
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