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AMD is set to launch the Z2 Extreme chip for handheld gaming PC devices next year
Sep 9, 2024, 23:00
manhkbrady
Hardware News
The Z2 Extreme will hit the market next year with expectations that its performance will meet the demands of AAA games like Black Myth: Wukong.
AMD and Microsoft just confirmed at the IFA 2024 event that the Z2 Extreme processor will be introduced at the beginning of next year. This is the successor to the Z1 Extreme, currently powering the Asus ROG Ally, paving the way for a new generation of handheld gaming PCs.
Since Valve launched the Steam Deck in 2022, many major PC manufacturers have released competing handheld products. Most of these models, except for the MSI Claw which uses an Intel chip,...
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AMD releases AFMF 2 preview drivers with optimizations for Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2
Sep 9, 2024, 23:00
manhkbrady
Hardware News
Optimised, and more stable – AMD updates their Fluid Motion Frames 2 Preview
AMD has rolled out an updated iteration of their AFMF2 Preview for Fluid Motion Frames. This latest version incorporates optimizations and stability enhancements to AMD's second-generation driver-level Frame Generation technology.
Fluid Motion Frames from AMD is a driver-based frame generation technology that operates across all games. It is a simple, one-step solution that enhances perceived performance in a wide array of games. Unlike DLSS 3 or FSR 3, it does not necessitate per-game integration. Moreover, it delivers improved image quality and...
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Space Marine 2 was a big success ahead of its official launch
Sep 9, 2024, 20:00
Fyra Frost
News
A huge number of players bought the game's special editions to have access to Space Marine 2 a few days earlier.
Allowing players to play a game ahead of its official release date seems to be the latest trend, and Focus Entertainment wasn't going to miss such an opportunity to earn a good profit with Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2. Those who bought the game's Gold or Ultra editions were able to join Captain Titus on his new adventure last Thursday. Of course, those editions include some extra items, but they are also far more expensive than the base game. Believe...
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Modding brings many players back to Baldur's Gate III
Sep 9, 2024, 17:00
Fyra Frost
News
The community have received the official modding tools for the game with a massive welcome.
A couple of days have been enough to bring many players to Baldur's Gate III. The number of concurrent players in the game significantly increased this week after the release of Patch 7. The latest update to one of the most popular RPGs of all time has added many novelties, including new cinematic scenes for certain evil endings. These alone are enough to visit Baldur's Gate III once more and enjoy the endings in all of...
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Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon patch 1.07 rumored for November
Sep 9, 2024, 16:05
Cinder Ulbert
News
Rumor has it that FromSoftware's Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon is getting a new update next month.
Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon has taken the gaming community by storm since its release, captivating players with its intense action and immersive gameplay. With renowned studio FromSoftware's proven track record and its triumph as the Best Action Game in The Game Awards 2023, fans eagerly anticipate the arrival of patch 1.07 this November.
Builds upon the legacy of its predecessors, in Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon, players will...
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Final Fantasy developer has good news for Xbox
Sep 8, 2024, 18:22
Rine Ikarus
News
Naoki Yoshida, the producer and director of Final Fantasy XIV, has good news for Xbox fans.
In recent years, it's been no surprise to gamers that Square Enix hasn't been releasing its Final Fantasy titles on the Xbox platform. Most of the major Final Fantasy titles have been PlayStation exclusives. Some, like Final Fantasy XVI, have plans for a PC release, but there's still no sign of them coming to Xbox.
However, Square Enix might be looking to change this in the future, as they've now implemented a new multiplatform strategy.
Naoki Yoshida,...
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New update for Black Myth: Wukong lowers boss difficulty
Sep 7, 2024, 08:24
Rine Ikarus
News
Game Science has revealed the patch notes for the latest Black Myth: Wukong update, addressing core issues and balancing fixes.
Black Myth: Wukong was released on August 20 and has garnered significant attention from the gaming community. Developed by Game Science and inspired by the classic Chinese literary work "Journey to the West," Black Myth: Wukong quickly became a major hit on PC and PS5. However, Xbox users seem to have to wait a little longer before Black Myth: Wukong becomes available on their platform. Despite its great success, Black Myth: Wukong has its own drawbacks, one of which is...
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Patch 7 adds official modding tools to Baldur's Gate III
Sep 6, 2024, 18:00
Fyra Frost
News
The patch also introduces a series of fixes, new cinematics and more to an already awesome game.
Baldur's Gate III is one of the biggest RPGs of all time and one that has changed the genre for good. Its innovative gameplay mechanics alongside its amazing storyline and outstanding graphics have made it a masterpiece worth taking a look at whether you are an RPG fan or not. Even though Larian Studios will not be releasing any DLC for Baldur's Gate III nor a sequel, the developers have released several patches to enhance the game with novelties and...
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Astro Bot is a very strong candidate for the GOTY
Sep 6, 2024, 15:28
Fyra Frost
News
We haven't seen a platformer as good and engaging as Astro Bot for quite a long while.
Watching a platformer get the coveted Game of the Year award is something that has happened before, but it's a genre that somehow tends to get shadowed by others. Last year, the undisputed winner was Baldur's Gate 3, which won awards in many categories for obvious reasons. However, it may be quite different this year with Astro Bot, a platformer adventure that caught everyone by surprise when it was announced last May during the State of...
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Qualcomm teases high-performance Snapdragon desktop CPUs, set for November reveal
Sep 6, 2024, 11:00
manhkbrady
Hardware News
The CEO of Qualcomm confirms plans for desktop CPUs and hints at "High-Performance Desktop" products at IFA 2024.
Qualcomm, known for its popular range of Snapdragon mobile chips, appears to be gearing up to make a major announcement in the coming months. After equipping top-notch VR headsets for gaming and releasing a developer-only mini PC earlier this year, the company seems prepared to compete in the desktop CPU market.
During the launch of the 8-core Snapdragon X Plus ahead of the IFA show in Berlin, Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon was asked about the potential for a desktop Snapdragon chip....
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Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts is currently free on PC with Epic Games
Sep 6, 2024, 07:00
manhkbrady
Free Games
From today until September 12th, Football Manager 2024 and Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts are free to keep on Epic Games Store.
The digital distribution platform for video games developed and maintained by Epic Games is known as the Epic Games Store. It provides a carefully selected range of games for PC and Mac, often offering exclusive titles and substantial discounts.
Every Thursday, Epic Games releases a new game or sometimes two games for gamers to download and add to their libraries for free. Upon redemption, the games become part of the user's collection and can be played or added to an ever-expanding...
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Nvidia RTX 5090 and 5080 GPUs rumored to reach up to 600W power consumption
Sep 5, 2024, 20:00
manhkbrady
Hardware News
After speculation about the power consumption of the RTX 50 series, there are now claims that Nvidia’s upcoming RTX 5090 could require a massive 600W of power.
Well-known tech leaker kopite7kimi has shared information about the power usage of Nvidia GeForce Blackwell GPUs, stating that “all have some increase in power consumption, with higher SKUs increasing more,” in a post on X (formerly Twitter). When another X user predicts that the power draw for the RTX 5090 will be 550W, kopite7kimi responds with “more,” and provides the same reply when asked whether the new RTX 5070 will exceed the rumored 220W power draw....
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