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Remedy Entertainment's new action RPG Control Resonant is coming September 24, 2026 to PS5, and September 26 to Xbox Series X/S, and PC, the studio has announced, with a 2-day early access window being offered exclusively to PlayStation 5 gamers.

Remedy's latest game is due this September, bringing the studio's distinct artistic style to the realm of Devil May Cry-like hack-and-slash combat. Control Resonant is a direct sequel to Remedy's 2019 hit Control, chronicling the adventures of Dylan, the supernaturally-powered brother of Jesse Faden, complete with an action RPG focus that emphasizes combat and open-world exploration.

Control Resonant pre-orders are currently open for all platforms, and the game is priced at $59.99 for the base version and $69.99 for the deluxe edition, which includes in-game extras, a soundtrack, and an artbook. Remedy teamed up with PlayStation to offer 2-day exclusive early access to PS5 users--anyone who buys the PS5 digital deluxe edition will get 48 hours of early playtime with Resonant.

Intel has officially pulled back the curtain on its Xeon 7 "Diamond Rapids" server CPU lineup at Computex 2026, confirming a 2027 launch window alongside a handful of key specs. The announcement came alongside Intel's reveal of the Xeon 6+ "Clearwater Forest" chips. These two reveals give us a clearer picture of where the company's data center roadmap is headed.

Diamond Rapids is an all-P-core design, making it the natural successor to Granite Rapids in Intel's data center lineup. In terms of specs, Intel confirmed a roughly 50% increase in core count over Xeon 6, which puts the top-end configuration at around 192 cores. Memory bandwidth doubles over Granite Rapids, backed by a 16-channel configuration and support for second-generation MRDIMMs, with theoretical peak bandwidth potentially exceeding 1.2 TB/s per socket. PCIe 6.0 is also on the list.

Intel scrapped the previously planned 8-channel variant of Diamond Rapids, consolidating around the higher-bandwidth 16-channel design exclusively. The chip architecture itself uses a scalable SoC design with uniform memory latency. Intel's die shot shown at Computex revealed four CPU chiplets flanking two large I/O dies in the center, an approach structurally similar to what AMD is doing with EPYC Venice.

Capcom has set a September launch for its big new Onimusha game, which will help round out a stellar year for the publisher.

Japanese entertainment giant Capcom is on a roll right now. The group continued its profit gains last year, selling a record 59 million games and pushing operating income to consecutive new highs. Capcom is set to achieve similar results this year with the release of multiple high-profile and best-selling games, including Resident Evil 9 (5 million sales in 5 days) and Pragmata (2 million sales in 16 days).

Capcom's next game in its FY26 lineup is a classic series from the publisher's IP treasure trove: Onimusha. The new occultish samurai swordfighter is coming later this year, with Capcom announcing that Onimusha Way of the Sword will launch on September 25, 2026 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.

ASUS is taking a page from EV vehicle designers and testing a higher operating voltage with the 12V-2x6 power connector. ASUS demoed a modified RTX 5090 at Computex 2026 featuring a 12V-2x6 power connector running at 48 volts with a 1200-watt power limit.

Images from ComputerBase show the modified GPU running 3DMark while consuming over 1000 watts of power. The GPU is able to do this thanks to the higher-voltage architecture, allowing the RTX 5090's 16-pin power cable to operate at significant wattages without overheating. ASUS also had to modify the power supply to run at 48V, noting (in a press release) that it has developed a unit that can adapt between 12V and 48V automatically when the PSU detects a compatible (48V) GPU.

In scientific terms, higher voltages translate into lower amperage. ComputerBase did the math, noting that at 48 volts, the 12V-2x6 power connector's individual wires only need to operate at 3.5 amps to achieve a blisteringly high 1000 watts of power delivery. By contrast, at 12V (the power connector's official operating voltage), each wire needs over 12 amps to achieve just 600W of power delivery.

Ocypus, an up-and-comer to the CPU cooling game, has unveiled a selection of new cases and cooling solutions at Computex 2026.

First up is the Ocypus Delta L36 Elite ARGB Digital, a cooling solution Ocypus is aiming at the mainstream who are after ARGB lighting and a built-in temperature readout, but not a full LCD screen. Additionally, the dot-matrix display means this model will be cheaper than other AIOs that come equipped with an LCD display. Next is the Ocypus Omega L36 ENG Limited, which I saw last year when it was in its prototype phase, but Ocypus has informed me that this model is now ready to come to market sometime later this year.

The Ocypus Omega L36 ENG Limited features 310W TDP support and a pump/display that physically lifts and deploys side ducting as CPU load increases. The idea is that extra airflow will be moved around the CPU socket area when it's lifted. This feature is particularly notable as not many AIOs come with the capacity to cool nearby motherboard components, such as VRMs. Additionally, the display equipped to the Omega L36 can be customized to a user's preference, such as the inclusion of custom GIFs, images, MP4 files, lighting, etc.

ASRock is one of AMD's key Radeon gaming partners, so much so that our flagship review of the new Radeon RX 9070 GRE was released this week, focused on the company's impressive all-new dark Steel Legend design. A rare 2026 gaming GPU release, as the focus gradually shifts to the next generation of Radeon graphics powered by RDNA 5.

Although the current market is pretty bad for consumers, with seemingly all capacity going to building AI factories and data centers, RDNA 5 is still on the horizon and should debut. Current rumors point to a mid-2027 release, with the design for AMD's next-gen graphics architecture reportedly in its final stages. Of course, the 2027 window is due to the current DRAM crisis, with previous reports indicating that RDNA 5 could have been ready by the end of this year.

With that in mind, it's not outside the realm of possibility that companies like ASRock are already developing and finalizing GPU designs, cooling, and specs for the next generation of Radeon graphics cards. And with that, relatively hidden in ASRock's booth at Computex 2026, behind a highly reflective tempered glass panel, we spotted a next-generation Radeon GPU design for its Phantom Gaming series.

Levelplay, a relatively new company in the PC industry, has showcased a bunch of new offerings at Computex 2026, and one product that stood out for all the right reasons is the Newtro series.

Levelplay took me through each of their new products, including the Mag Fan Kit, a patented magnetic fan installation system that uses a magnetic mounting plate to replace traditional screws. Additionally, Levelplay ran me through the Edge 360, a 4.4" LCD display equipped with a 360mm AIO liquid cooler.

The display is customizable and intended to show hardware statistics, but users can play custom GIFs or simply add a personalized theme to their system. Notably, Levelplay informed me that since they have chosen an LCD display, the entire product will be considerably cheaper than similar AIO's equipped with customizable displays.

Renowned for precise engineering, sleek designs, and thermal performance, be quiet!'s cases have continued to impress over the years, and at Computex 2026, we got the chance to check out its next-gen flagship Pure Base 803 and Pure Base 803 LX in prototype form. Built for premium components and even workstation-style rigs, they both can support up to three 420mm radiators for extreme performance. The PSU is also top-mounted on the rear for easy access.

And to give you a sense of the size, the model you see here has a GeForce RTX 5090 installed, one of the largest GPUs on the market, and it doesn't look all that big inside the Pure Base 803. The build also includes be quiet!'s new Light Loop IO LCD cooler, with its vibrant lighting, daisy-chained Light Wings LX PWM, and a 2.1-inch IPS display with 500-nit peak brightness.

One of the reasons the new Pure Base 803 and Pure Base 803 LX sit on the larger side is their ability to support multiple hard drives and expanded storage. So, in addition to housing an AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 dual CPU and a GeForce RTX 5090 for AAA gaming in 4K with path tracing, they're also cases for the AI workstation and AI enthusiast markets for those looking for performance and cooling when running local models and agents.

KLEVV, one of the leading memory companies, has showcased a selection of new memory and storage products at Computex 2026, demonstrating high speeds and high capacities.

At their booth, KLEVV walked me through each of the new memory kits, starting with the CRAS V RGB Prime. The company's very first kit adds an AMD EXPO-ULL (Ultra Low-Latency) profile. According to KLEVV, the new high-end memory kit offers DDR5-6000 speeds with a CAS latency of 26. KLEVV showed a 32GB kit that was running on a Ryzen 9 9950X3D. Moving on, we have the CRAS Va RGB kit, which KLEVV explained is its high-performance kit as it features DDR5-10000 speeds.

Next is the LITE V RGB, a new memory kit that comes in capacities up to 64GB and speeds up to DDR5-6400. Additionally, the heat spreader features a nice RGB crown for some aesthetic flair. However, what was easily the most impressive kit KLEVV showcased was a 256GB (128GB x 2) kit featuring stunning 4R CUDIMMs.

At Computex 2026, Corsair unveiled its latest gaming keyboard with magnetic or Hall Effect switches in the form of the compact, lightweight, and portable CLIPPER PRO MINI 60. Per the name, this one packs the company's latest premium Hall Effect switches into the small 60% form factor, freeing up desk space for big swipes and more mouse room.

Powered by Corsair's new MGX HYPERDRIVE CORE magnetic switches, which feature adjustable actuation from anywhere between 0.2 and 3.8 mm and a new square stem structure to reduce wobble and movement in a compact keyboard, it's some of the new features that the CLIPPER brings to the table that are worth highlighting.

In addition to supporting adjustable actuation, Rapid Trigger, and FlashTap SOCD, the new Multi Action functionality allows users to assign up to four distinct actions to a single keypress. But that's not the update that immediately grabbed our attention; it's the new Smart Tap functionality. What does it do? Well, it transforms the limited functionality you normally get with a 60% keyboard.

Patriot Memory came to Computex 2026 with some new products including DRAM, SSDs for handheld devices, and some external storage solutions. But rather than try to dazzle with attention-grabbing high-end kits or impressive overclocks, Patriot highlighted a more mainstream kit.

The Viper Steel 5 Infinite RGB memory kits range from 6000 MT/s to 8000 MT/s speeds, with capacities of 2x16GB, 2x24GB and 2x32GB. These are regular DIMMs, and not the more expensive CUDIMM variety.

The kit looks really lovely, with the individual LEDs barely visible. It creates a true infinity effect.

If you're powering a high-end enthusiast-class gaming or even AI-focused rig, there are a number of power supply options out there right now with 1600W capacities, with one of them being Corsair's AX1600i. The only problem is that Corsair's flagship 1600W PSU is now a decade old, so it was definitely time for a refresh.

At Computex 2026, the company showcased exactly that with the new Corsair AX1600i SHIFT, a beast of a PSU that took several years of engineering and development to realize and aims to be the very best 1600W PSU available. Naturally, as a 2026 power supply, it supports the newer ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 standards; however, there's a lot more to the design than just bringing the spec sheet up to date and adding a pair of native 12V-2x6 connections that could power two GeForce RTX 5090s.

One of the main reasons it took Corsair a little longer to deliver its compact AX1600i follow-up and the AX1600i SHIFT is that they only measure 170 mm long (30 mm shorter than the previous version), which meant investing in cutting-edge Gallium Nitride transistors so they could comfortably fit in a mid-tower case. And as a modern PSU built for the DIY-friendly era, all of the connections are now side-mounted for easy access.

There are almost endless cool things on the showroom floor at Computex 2026, but one that caught my eye immediately was a mod done by master craftsman AK Mod of a ROG Xbox Ally X.

AK Mod is a legendary figure in the PC case modding and building community and a rockstar in the scene in Taipei, where he lives. AK Mod is renowned for his meticulous attention to detail and his cyberware/sci-fi-inspired design aesthetics. Those talents have now been pointed at an ROG Xbox Ally X, which AK Mod took and transformed into an awesome, one-of-a-kind Cyberpunk 2077-themed handheld.

AK Mod combined layered spray paints, weathering techniques, and custom water decals to completely transform a typical ROG Xbox Ally X into an eye-catching artistic piece of functioning gaming tech. The device features a bold yellow neon finish that wraps around the entire handheld. However, the core of the mod isn't the device itself, but what holds it.

Over a decade ago, Corsair released the C70 Vengeance, a rugged, metallic case with an olive-green finish that has become a fan favorite and a chassis many owners have continued to use for several years. At Computex 2026, Corsair finally introduced its successor, the Corsair Warthog. And no, with its rugged sci-fi-meets-military aesthetic and olive-green finish, there's no connection to the Halo universe or the iconic Warthog vehicle. But hey, you wouldn't be the first to think that.

Internally, the case resembles the popular 4000D, with the same focus on a build-friendly DIY design, albeit in a rugged mid-tower that features a thick steel exterior and handles that can, well, handle well over 40 kilograms. As a modern take on the rugged case, the panels are all easily removable for easy access to internal components, with the mesh front panel designed for strong airflow thanks to the two massive 200mm intake fans - Corsair's new RS200 fans.

The rugged case is also built for the latest and most powerful hardware, as it ships with a built-in GPU anti-sag bracket and supports multiple 360mm radiators and up to 13 x 120mm fans. And the front I/O panel is very cool, too, with the power and reset buttons replicating the sort of physical controls you'd find on a fighter jet.

ASUS has showcased a large number of new products at Computex 2026, and one that caught my eye while exploring the ASUS booth was a 34-inch 280Hz RGB Tandem QD-OLED ultrawide, which comes with a friend for the display.

That friend is, of course, another display. More specifically, the ROG Strix XG34WCDMS is a Tandem QD-OLED gaming monitor measuring 34 inches at a resolution of 3440 x 1440p, a 280Hz refresh rate, and a 0.03ms (GTG) response time. ASUS informed me during the booth tour that the XG34WCDMS features the RGB Stripe Pixel arrangement, which is designed to reduce text and color fringing - a common problem on previous-generation OLED displays.

As for the friend. ASUS has paired the XG34WCDMS with the ROG Strix XG129C, a small 24:9 secondary IPS display. display that rocks a 1920 x 720 resolution across its 12.3-inch size. ASUS ROG intentionally designed the display with this aspect ratio to reduce the black bars at the top and bottom and increase the viewing area for users. Furthermore, the XG129C features 10-point touch control, allowing users to quickly access important device metrics, such as CPU temperature, GPU load, and hotkeys.

COLORFUL is a brand that we've been following for a while, especially when it comes to its lineup of impressive GeForce RTX graphics cards. However, it's a brand that touches nearly every corner of the enthusiast and lifestyle PC market, with laptops, desktop PCs, speakers, and peripherals. Last year the company debuted its first mechanical gaming keyboard, and at Computex 2026 we got to see its first premium gaming keyboard design, with the new MAGNEX XC87 series sporting custom magnetic switches.

Premium boards with magnetic switches are seemingly everywhere these days, and for good reason. Compared to traditional mechanical switches, you can adjust actuation points on a per-key basis and assign multiple functions to a single key, whilst opening the door to gaming features like rapid trigger and more.

With the MAGNEX XC87, COLORFUL designed its own custom switches for the keyboard, along with an internal construction featuring a sturdy aluminum shell and multiple layers to reduce rattle and deliver a smooth typing experience. Briefly testing out the typefeel at the show, this definitely rang true, and the 80% TKL layout is spacious enough to include a dedicated control dial and small OLED display.

ASUS is celebrating its 20th anniversary with an entirely new line of 20th anniversary-themed hardware, and among the selection of new products unveiled at Computex 2026 is the ROG NUC 16 Edition 20, the world's first NUC (mini-PC) to feature a GeForce RTX 5090 laptop GPU.

ASUS ROG is no stranger to pushing boundaries of what is possible when it comes to gaming hardware, and Computex 2026 is no different for the company as it has unveiled the ROG NUC 16 Edition 20, a mini-PC that has been specifically designed to be capable of playing AAA titles with ease, breeze through video editing, and all within a sleek 3-liter chassis. The ROG NUC 16 was incredibly impressive in person, and to give an idea of its size, I could easily fit the entire system into my backpack.

Additionally, the ROG NUC 16 Edition 20 form factor enables the system to be placed upright using its provided stand, or lying flat in a horizontal orientation by removing the stand entirely. One can imagine this system in its horizontal orientation and then placed underneath a TV, similar to a traditional gaming console. Unlike gaming consoles, the ROG NUC 16 can be upgraded without tools, as users can access the chassis via the thumbscrews on the front panel, enabling quick access to memory and storage.

Mini or compact Mini-ITX builds are becoming increasingly popular as gaming options, not only because CPU and GPU performance has improved but also because they require less desk real estate. In addition, these compact builds also make great options for a lounge room, placed underneath a big-screen TV to deliver that comfortable couch or console gaming experience in PC form.

As part of COLORFUL's impressive showcase at Computex 2026, we got to see the company's new iGame MINI PC set up in exactly that style, in front of a TV, with large beanbags so you can chill with a controller in hand while playing games. First off, the all-white look of the iGame MINI PC is stylish, with a mesh front panel for cooling and a minimal design that definitely feels modern.

The top of the case also features a tempered glass panel that lets you see the PC's single-fan, tiny COLORFUL iGAME GeForce RTX 5060 Ti Mini 8GB graphics card. In fact, all of the main internal components are on-brand, including the B850I GAMING Mini-ITX motherboard, 1TB of COLORFUL CN700 PRO SSD storage, and even 32GB of iGame Ultra II DDR5-6000 memory.

It's always fun to see something new when you're at Computex, especially when it comes to PC cases and gear built for enthusiasts. And that's exactly what we saw when we visited Montech's booth and caught a glimpse of the company's new F738 PRO case, due for release later this year in black or white.

The Montech F738 PRO features a dual-chamber design that will be familiar to those who have been keeping up with case designs. This means you've got a separate section for the PSU, allowing for cleaner-looking builds and improved airflow. Where it gets interesting is when you take a look at the front panel. At first, we thought the vertical strips were there for style, much like wood-style paneling has become popular in recent times. However, after a quick demo from Montech, we found that these are essentially 'window blinds' you can open, angle, or close to adjust airflow and the overall look.

Montech notes that the design is its own and brand-new, and that it's patent-pending, so don't expect to see it pop up on many other cases in the near future. As for how you open, angle, and close the panels, there's a physical slider/control found on the bottom of the panels in between the two floating chambers.

Montech is celebrating its 10th anniversary at Computex 2026. Although it's a relatively new brand in the global PC hardware arena, the company has quickly made a name for itself by delivering impressive cases and cooling solutions as it continues to expand.

One of the company's flagship cases is the King 95 series, and at Montech's booth we got to see a special 10th-anniversary edition that's set to launch later this year, in the same month as the first King 95's debut, December.

From an aesthetic perspective, the big thing here is the introduction of three tempered glass panels covering the front, left side, and top of the case, which leans into the current panoramic-view trend popular among gamers and enthusiasts. However, as we're talking about Montech's flagship, premium case built for performance, it's designed with this in mind. This means the build quality and construction are robust, and there's still room to pack 10 fans for airflow.