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Valve's Steam Families update is now available to all users
Sep 12, 2024, 4:00 PM
manhkbrady
News
The beta launch of Valve's new Steam Families feature happened earlier this year, and now it is available for everyone.
The new Steam Families system is now officially available for both Steam Desktop and Steam Deck after Valve's stable Steam Client Update. This system had been in Beta since March.
A group can invite up to five family members, who will then have access to a shared family library. Each member can create their own save files and collect achievements for games in the family library. Although the stable client update does not include Steam Game Recording, it does introduce some...
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The Crew 2 is currently getting a ridiculous 98% discount on Steam
Sep 11, 2024, 11:00 AM
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Hot Deals
You can grab The Crew 2 right now for an absolute bargain.
Ubisoft has pledged to maintain online support for The Crew 2 for an extended period and intends to introduce an offline mode in the future. Additionally, the game is now priced at just $1.
The Crew 2 was released in 2018, and my experience with the game was quite enjoyable. This Forza Horizon-style arcade racing game features a vast open-world representation of the USA for players to explore and race in, with a variety of vehicles including cars, boats,...
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Sony launches PS5 Pro: More powerful GPU, no disc drive, shocking price
Sep 11, 2024, 10:00 AM
manhkbrady
Hardware News
PlayStation has officially confirmed the release of its next console, the PS5 Pro.
Sony has officially unveiled the PlayStation 5 (PS5) Pro following months of speculation. The announcement came through a dedicated 9-minute presentation on PlayStation's YouTube channel.
The design of the PS5 Pro matches the long-standing rumors, resembling the standard PS5 but with the addition of three black stripes.
Sony has put emphasis on enhancing the...
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AMD Anti-Lag 2 now available to game developers for improved in-game latency
Sep 10, 2024, 7:00 PM
manhkbrady
Hardware News
AMD's newest latency-reduction technology is being released today and is now available on GPUOpen for game developers to implement.
AMD has officially released their Radeon Anti-Lag 2 SDK for developers, potentially enabling any DirectX 11 or DirectX 12 game to support AMD's lag-reducing technology.
AMD Anti-Lag 2 is an enhanced version of the original Anti-Lag, offering deeper latency optimizations through direct game integration, rather than solely at the driver level. This allows developers to implement the technology at the most effective point in their game’s logic, maximizing latency reduction. With this technology, users of AMD RDNA 1 and newer GPUs...
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A fan-favorite Steam game is now available to download for free - but not for long
Sep 10, 2024, 2:00 PM
manhkbrady
Free Games
Steam users have yet another free game to download, but not on Steam itself.
A popular game on Steam is currently up for grabs at no cost, but only for a limited period. However, the offer is not coming directly from Valve or the Steam store, but through Fanatical, an authorized third-party seller of Steam keys. To obtain a free Steam key for this game, all you need to do is sign up for the Fanatical newsletter, and you can opt out of it at any time.
When it comes to the game in question,...
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AMD is set to launch the Z2 Extreme chip for handheld gaming PC devices next year
Sep 9, 2024, 11:00 PM
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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, 11:00 PM
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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Qualcomm teases high-performance Snapdragon desktop CPUs, set for November reveal
Sep 6, 2024, 11:00 AM
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, 7:00 AM
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, 8:00 PM
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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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Get 8 games including Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy for $12 in September Humble Choice
Sep 5, 2024, 4:00 PM
manhkbrady
Hot Deals
September 2024 is a pretty good month for Humble Choice, the subscription service from Humble Bundle that gives you a new set of games every month.
Humble Choice's subscription service provides an excellent opportunity to access a variety of games each month at a reasonable price, with the added benefit of being able to easily pause and resume the subscription as desired. Subscribers to Humble Choice in September will have the chance to enjoy a diverse selection of engaging games.
This month, Humble members can access the following titles as part of their subscription:
Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy
Stranded: Alien Dawn
Coral Island
Spongebob Squarepants: The...
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Intel launches Core Ultra 'Lunar Lake' chips with gaming, AI, and battery life boost to rival AMD and Qualcomm
Sep 4, 2024, 11:00 AM
manhkbrady
Hardware News
Intel has finally unveiled details of its brand new Lunar Lake mobile processors.
Intel has unveiled its Core Ultra 200V Lunar Lake mobile processors, which are now available for pre-order in various slim and light notebooks from manufacturers such as Asus, Dell, LG and MSI. These new CPUs promise 30% improved gaming performance compared to the previous generation, along with up to 20 hours of battery life, surpassing AMD and Qualcomm equivalent laptops in various tasks including gaming.
At the launch event in Berlin this week, demos showcased frame rates exceeding 60fps at maximum...
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Steam's Space Exploration Fest launches with discounts on top sci-fi games until September 9
Sep 3, 2024, 8:00 PM
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Hot Deals
The new Steam Deal festival is about video games that focus on space or space exploration, all until September 9.
Another new Steam Fest has kicked off, running from September 2nd to the 9th. During this period, you'll have the opportunity to discover great discounts and playable demos as part of the Steam Space Exploration Fest.
As the name suggests, this event will offer deals on space-themed video games. If you're a fan of space exploration games or curious about trying them out, now is the perfect time to grab some popular space-themed titles. With the constant stream of events, it's...
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Windows 11 has now become the top operating system for gamers on Steam, surpassing Windows 10
Sep 3, 2024, 2:00 PM
manhkbrady
Hardware News
According to the Steam Hardware & Software Survey for August 2024, Windows 11 is now the most popular operating system on the platform.
According to Steam's hardware survey for August, 50.8% of Windows PC gamers used Windows 11, marking a 3.4 percentage point increase from July. In contrast, Windows 10 usage dropped to 48.7%, declining by 3.3 percentage points from the previous month. The achievement for Windows 11 comes quite late, considering it has been available for nearly three years, especially since PC gamers tend to have more up-to-date hardware compared to the general computing population.
Global Windows market share...
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Next free game of GOG Back to School Sale has been revealed
Sep 3, 2024, 1:00 PM
manhkbrady
Free Games
For a limited time, PC gamers will be able to acquire their DRM-free free copy of Once Upon a Jester on GOG.
GOG, a digital distribution platform for PC games owned by CD Projekt, is known for hosting many classic games that aren’t always available on Steam or Epic Games Store. In addition to providing a nostalgic trip for users, GOG occasionally gives away various games.
Recently, GOG has released the popular sandbox sim “Tropico 4” giveaway to coincide with the start of its “Back to School” sale. And now, another free game giveaway on GOG, this time...
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Get three classic Fallout games for free on Epic Games Store this week
Aug 30, 2024, 2:00 PM
manhkbrady
Free Games
The Fallout Classic Collection and Wild Card Football is free to claim from now until September 5, 2024, via the Epic Games Store.
The Epic Games Store is a digital distribution platform for video games developed and maintained by Epic Games. It offers a curated selection of games for PC and Mac, frequently providing exclusive titles and generous discounts.
For those who don’t already know, every Thursday, Epic Games makes a new game, or sometimes, two games are available for gamers to download and add to their libraries for free. Whatever you’ve redeemed is then yours to keep, to play or to add to...
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MSI BIOS update adds 105W TDP mode for Ryzen 9600X and 9700X CPUs
Aug 30, 2024, 2:00 PM
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News
MSI's latest AM5 BIOS which lets users select a 105W TDP mode on AMD Ryzen 7 9700X & Ryzen 5 9600X CPUs is now available.
MSI has released a BIOS update for specific AMD motherboards, which includes a simple way to increase the thermal limit on AMD's newest 65W TDP processors, namely the Ryzen 5 9600X and the Ryzen 7 9700X.
TDP stands for thermal design power and indicates the maximum heat that a chip's cooling system can handle. Both of AMD's new entry-level Zen 5-based chips were shipped with a 65W TDP, but there have been rumors about AMD considering increasing the TDP to enhance...
Team Red has pushed back the Zen 5 X3D to CES 2025. In the absence of any Zen 5 X3D parts, AMD could be banking on the upcoming Ryzen 5 7600X3D to fill the gap.
There are rumors circulating about AMD's upcoming release of a new X3D CPU, set to launch next month. This won't be a 9000X3D CPU, but rather a budget-friendly model called the Ryzen 5 7600X3D. Essentially, it's a Ryzen 5 7600X with 3D V-Cache, providing a significant boost in gaming workloads and any other tasks benefitting from ample L3 cache.
According to Moore’s Law is Dead, AMD is currently aiming to debut this CPU at a price of...
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Nvidia RTX 5060 laptop GPU to feature GDDR7 memory and 20% lower power consumption
Aug 29, 2024, 5:00 PM
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News
A Chinese computer company has revealed some intriguing details about what to expect from the laptop version of the RTX 5060.
Graphics cards rely heavily on memory, and faster memory is always superior. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that Nvidia’s upcoming next-generation GeForce RTX cards, anticipated for release around 2025, will incorporate advanced GDDR7 memory modules.
Recent reports indicate that the new technology won't just be available for desktop PCs but will also be featured in laptop cards within the 50 series. During a presentation from a Chinese laptop manufacturer, details about Nvidia’s upcoming "Blackwell" laptop cards, specifically the xx60 version...
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Everyone can get a performance boost for their AMD CPUs from Windows optional update
Aug 28, 2024, 5:00 PM
manhkbrady
News
The optimization update for AMD Ryzen in Windows 11 has been backported and is now available for download.
Previously, we covered the significant performance improvements for AMD Ryzen CPUs in gaming workloads brought by Windows 11’s 24H2 update. The update is now available as an optional update for the current version of Windows (23H2), eliminating the need for Ryzen users to use a preview build of Windows to access this free performance boost.
Any AMD Ryzen CPU users can find the new update listed under the "Optional Updates" section in the Windows Update menu as "KB5041587," simplifying the...
