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• 'Nate's in It' - Leak teases Uncharted 5 as Naughty Dog revives franchiseRumors indicate that Naughty Dog is currently working on an unannounced mainline Uncharted game, following a potentially cryptic teaser from a director.Apr 13, 2026 3:44 AM CDT
• Rockstar confirms hack: ransom demand threats issued 'Pay or Leak'Rockstar Games has confirmed that its infrastructure has been breached, a claim that coincides with a ransom demand from a notorious hacking group.Apr 13, 2026 3:08 AM CDT
• GIGABYTE's Z890 AORUS TACHYON DUO X ICE motherboard supports DDR5-10400 out of the boxGIGABYTE's Z890 AORUS TACHYON DUO X ICE motherboard supports high-speed DDR5 memory with its dual-slot design, while also supporting 256GB capacity kits.Apr 13, 2026 2:28 AM CDT
• Gateron has created the 'perfect' magnetic keyboard switchGATERON's new Magnetic Jade Attraction HE switches feature 'game-changing magnetic design' that might just make them the perfect switch for PC gaming.Apr 13, 2026 1:36 AM CDT
• Microsoft apologizes for shipping Xbox controllers without batteries for monthsMicrosoft confirms that it has been shipping Xbox controllers without AA batteries for months, and to apologize it's offering Rechargeable Battery packs.Apr 13, 2026 1:01 AM CDT
• This unique PCIe adapter adds dual SSDs to low-profile GPUsHere's a solution for compact Mini-ITX builds looking to add traditional M.2 SSD slots for expanded storage, a Dual PCIe adapter that connects to your GPU.Apr 13, 2026 12:34 AM CDT
• DDR5 memory and SSDs sit on retail shelves as 128GB memory kit prices hit $4,200We're not sure who'd be willing to pay $4,199.99 for Corsair's Vengeance RGB 128GB DDR5-6400 memory kit, but that looks to be the current price.Apr 12, 2026 11:56 PM CDT
• Call of Duty may stop launching into Game Pass, Xbox possibly rethinking strategyMicrosoft is reportedly looking to reduce the prices of Game Pass, and removing Call of Duty from the service may be the best way to make that happen.Apr 12, 2026 6:36 PM CDT
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• 007 First Light, Pragmata, and Invincible VS top PlayStation Store pre-orders as PS5 owners anticipate new gamesNew games like Invincible VS, 007 First Light, and Pragmata top various regional PlayStation 5 pre-order charts, showing strong demand for these new games.Apr 12, 2026 9:46 AM CDT
• Resident Evil: Requiem Denuvo DRM fully cracked in 40 days, making it the first title of 2026 to be bypassedDRM developers will have to get really creative if they want studios to keep release-day sales in their pockets after voices38 has done the impossible.Apr 11, 2026 5:28 PM CDT
• Rockstar confirms data breach, says infiltration was 'non-material' to company data or gamer infoRockstar Games confirms that a data breach did happen, but it was non-material and does not affect GTA 6, company data, or sensitive player information.Apr 11, 2026 4:34 PM CDT
• Pete Hines left Bethesda because the studio is now part of something that isn't 'authentic or genuine'Bethesda's former marketing VP Pete Hines aka 'Uncle Pete' finally reveals why he left after 24 years with the studio and multiple mega-hit games.Apr 11, 2026 2:32 PM CDT
• New Crimson Desert features revealed by Pearl Abyss: Boss rematches, new skills, difficulty slider, and morePearl Abyss outlines some of the biggest changes and new updates coming to Crimson Desert, including difficulty sliders, boss rematches, and more.Apr 11, 2026 1:31 PM CDT
• Arc Raiders shooter with Disney characters coming to Fortnite as part of 3-game dealNew reports say that Disney has conscripted Epic Games to make an extraction shooter in the vein of Arc Raiders in the hopes of attracting new users.Apr 11, 2026 12:29 PM CDT
• Crimson Desert officially receives Intel Arc GPU support and XeSS 3 compatibility 23 days after launchPearl Abyss and its team have fixed yet another major launch-day flaw in Crimson Desert, bringing Intel Arc and handheld users into the fold.Apr 11, 2026 12:02 PM CDT
• Keychron just put its factory blueprints on GitHub for free, and keyboard modders are going to love itKeychron releases free factory blueprints for 83 of its keyboards with models for keycaps, knobs, plates, and more, though PCB designs are not included.Apr 11, 2026 11:00 AM CDT
• X's standalone messaging app XChat is now listed on the App StoreXChat is set to launch on iPhone and iPad next week as a standalone messaging app offering E2EE encryption, video calls, group chats, and more.Apr 11, 2026 9:05 AM CDT
• AMD's best gaming CPU is up for grabs for a record low of $409 on AmazonYou not only save $70 on the Ryzen 7 9800X3D but also get a free Crimson Desert code worth $69.99 thrown in, bringing the total cost down to under $340.Apr 11, 2026 7:35 AM CDT
• YouTube Premium seems to be getting a price increase soonEven users of Premium Lite or Student plans are getting hit with a $1 price increase; the rest are set to pay an extra $2 per month.Apr 11, 2026 5:00 AM CDT
• GTA 6 may have robust Roblox-like UGC economy or even SixM support from Cfx: Rockstar hiring four Creator Platform rolesGrand Theft Auto 6 may eventually utilize a Roblox-like user-generated content platform where users can buy and possibly even create custom modifications.Apr 10, 2026 6:36 PM CDT
• Intel and Google announce multi-year collaboration to advance AI infrastructureGoogle will employ Intel Xeon CPUs to power its Cloud infrastructure and AI applications; both companies will collaborate on future AI advancements.Apr 10, 2026 6:20 PM CDT
• RedMagic 11 Pro and Pro+ phones banned on 3DMark for artificial boosting mode that can't be shut off3DMark bans the Redmagic 11 Pro and Pro+ from its benchmarking scoreboards due to an artificial boosting mode that is only designed for benchmarking.Apr 10, 2026 5:44 PM CDT
• Phantom Blade Zero wants nothing to do with AI tech that alters artists' intent as the game enters its final stretchWhile some developers defend AI voice lines, S-Game is busy having meetings with kung-fu masters and sword experts for Phantom Blade Zero.Apr 10, 2026 5:30 PM CDT
• HWMonitor and CPU-Z download links were infected with malware for 6 hours before devs caught itThe devs were quick to remove the malware, as millions of users rely on these to track temperatures, voltages, fan speeds, and other system parameters.Apr 10, 2026 4:21 PM CDT
• Amazon reveals big changes to Luna cloud game streaming, key features being shut downAmazon may have opted not to renew store licensing for its Luna game streaming service, announcing that all game purchases are no longer available on Luna.Apr 10, 2026 3:33 PM CDT
• Report: Bungie and Sony spent $200 million on Marathon's budgetNew reports indicate that Bungie's innovative and stylish extraction shooter Marathon had a very AAA budget that exceeds $200 million excluding new DLC.Apr 10, 2026 2:32 PM CDT
• Elden Ring on Switch 2 is an $80 Game-key Card and fans are not happyBandai Namco may have priced the upcoming Elden Ring Tarnished Edition on Switch 2 at an eye-watering $80, and it comes on a Game-key Card to boot.Apr 10, 2026 1:31 PM CDT
• PS6 gen may have 3 systems: PS6S, PS6, and PS6 handheld with prices ranging from $350 to $1000Leaker and chip industry informant Moore's Law is Dead estimates that Sony could offer three PlayStation 6 systems, including two consoles and a handheld.Apr 10, 2026 12:24 PM CDT
• Microsoft starts to scale back Copilot integration in Windows 11, starting with the Notepad appThe removal of Copilot from Notepad seems to be the first step in a larger plan from Microsoft to improve the Windows 11 experience.Apr 10, 2026 8:50 AM CDT
• New ASUS PRIME GeForce RTX 5080 EVO edition GPUs drop the vapor chamber coolingNew ASUS PRIME GeForce RTX 5080 EVO models have appeared, which keep the same 2.5-slot SFF-Ready form factor but drop the vapor chamber.Apr 10, 2026 2:32 AM CDT
• Global PC shipments actually grew in Q1 2026, despite memory crisis and price crunchA report from the International Data Corporation (IDC) covering global PC shipments shows growth despite 'deteriorating macroeconomic conditions.'.Apr 10, 2026 1:59 AM CDT
• DLSS 4.5 exits beta as DLSS Super Resolution and Dynamic Multi Frame Generation come to more gamesDLSS 4.5 Super Resolution and Dynamic Multi Frame Generation have officially launched, with new release Samson getting day one support.Apr 10, 2026 1:34 AM CDT
• Razer's new Hammerhead V3 Hyperspeed Gaming Earbuds introduce a few notable upgradesThe new Razer Hammerhead V3 HyperSpeed gaming earbuds support ultra-low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless, Bluetooth 6.0, and feature new and improved ANC.Apr 10, 2026 1:01 AM CDT
• ASUS announces ROG Equalizer, a new GPU power cable built to protect hardwareASUS's new ROG Equalizer is a new 12V-2x6 PCIe power connector with a patented design that runs cooler and can withstand more stress than any other cable.Apr 10, 2026 12:37 AM CDT
• YouTube launches AI avatars for Shorts creators that look and sound like youYour Shorts feed will soon be filled with creators using AI avatars of themselves to deliver content without having to film themselves repeatedly.Apr 9, 2026 8:03 PM CDT
• Google adds Notebooks to Gemini and ties them directly to NotebookLMGemini users can create notebooks to focus chats on specific subjects, which will automatically sync with NotebookLM and all its research tools.Apr 9, 2026 7:08 PM CDT
• Borderlands F2P mobile game gets surprise release for 'limited test'A free-to-play mobile version of Gearbox's iconic FPS Borderlands surprise-released onto the App Store through Take-Two Interactive's Zynga mobile unit.Apr 9, 2026 6:36 PM CDT
• Spotify now lets everyone turn off videos across music and podcastsCanvas clips, music videos, and podcast videos can now be turned off, letting you strip Spotify back to a distraction-free audio experience.Apr 9, 2026 5:45 PM CDT
• Metal Gear Solid movie in development at Sony's Columbia PicturesUnder Columbia Pictures, Sony Pictures Entertainment is developing a new Metal Gear Solid film with Final Destination Bloodlines' director duo at the helm.Apr 9, 2026 5:04 PM CDT
• Former GTA 6 developer warns trailer visuals won't match final gameplayA former Grand Theft Auto 6 developer has tempered expectations for GTA 6's graphics when it releases, suggesting it will fall short of the trailers.Apr 9, 2026 10:04 AM CDT
• NVIDIA's N1 SoC pictured on an engineering board with 128GB of memory for local AIThe entire motherboard package was listed on Goofish for 9,999 RMB, or about $1,400, giving us our first detailed look at the hardware.Apr 9, 2026 9:45 AM CDT
• Intel Arc GPUs now work with Crimson Desert, thanks to latest graphics driver - it's 'playable', but some glitches remainThere are still artifacts on faces and corrupted bits of terrain with the graphics, but at least Crimson Desert will run now, according to reports.Apr 9, 2026 6:03 AM CDT
• Xbox Achievements are getting overhauled with new animations and 'the most requested features''This has been one of the most requested features from Xbox Insiders, and we're excited to finally get it into your hands very soon.'.Apr 9, 2026 12:37 AM CDT
• These are the least repairable 2026 laptops according to new studyWith the top laptop brands given a grade that measures the repairability of their devices, Apple scored the lowest while ASUS scored the highest.Apr 8, 2026 11:57 PM CDT
• Tech industry cuts 80,000 jobs in Q1 2026, with half of the layoffs attributed to AI80,000 job cuts in the first quarter of 2026 for the tech industry is no small figure, with three quarters of the cuts reportedly taking place in the U.S.Apr 8, 2026 11:31 PM CDT
• Intel's latest Arc Graphics driver officially adds gaming support for the new Arc Pro B70Intel's latest Game On Graphics Driver for Arc GPUs adds Gaming Support for the new Intel Arc Pro B70 and Intel Arc Pro B65 workstation GPUs.Apr 8, 2026 10:59 PM CDT
• Microsoft is looking to get rid of the Control Panel in Windows 11Microsoft is actively migrating 'all the old Control Panel controls into the modern Settings apps,' paving the way for the legacy interface's removal.Apr 8, 2026 10:34 PM CDT
• Amazon is ending support for 8 Kindle models next month, and owners are rightfully frustratedAffected users can still read books, but they can't purchase or download new ones, and whatever you do, do not hit that factory reset button.Apr 8, 2026 8:46 PM CDT
• AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 will launch at a premium $899 price, 29% above its single-cache siblingWe expected the chip to carry a premium price tag, and it might push gamers away, but Red Team has its sights set on developers and content creators.Apr 8, 2026 7:08 PM CDT
• Report: Nintendo interested in Luigi's Mansion movie adaptationNew reports from trusted leaker indicate that Nintendo is floating the idea of pitching a Luigi's Mansion movie to keep its film production slate flowing.Apr 8, 2026 6:36 PM CDT
• X's Grok AI now automatically translates posts and lets you edit photos using simple promptsX is rolling out automatic translation worldwide and an AI photo editor for iOS that works like Gemini or ChatGPT, all without leaving the app.Apr 8, 2026 5:29 PM CDT
• ASUS X2 Elite laptop series sees up to $350 price hike across the lineup just one day after launchQuietly raising prices right after a boatload of praise isn't a good look for ASUS and Qualcomm, and it's going to rub customers the wrong way.Apr 8, 2026 4:30 PM CDT
• Cyberpunk 2077 gets three PS5 Pro modes and PSSR support, PlayStation Plus version includedCD Projekt gets behind Sony's updated PSSR technology, adding three new modes for PS5 Pro support including a beefed-up performance mode that hits 90FPS.Apr 8, 2026 3:33 PM CDT
• Valve's leaked 'SteamGPT' AI tool may handle support queries, with possible links to CS2 anti-cheatThe community already appreciates Valve's efficient customer support, and a new AI tool to improve it further doesn't seem like the worst use of AI.Apr 8, 2026 3:23 PM CDT
• Nintendo's new free-to-play Pokemon Champions battler has its own $50 yearly subscriptionNintendo pushes further into the console F2P market with Pokemon Champions, a new battler with $9.99 paid battle passes and a $49.99/year subscription.Apr 8, 2026 2:32 PM CDT
• Report: Halo Campaign Evolved coming in July with 5-day early access deluxe editionA survey from Korea may have revealed a July launch for Halo Campaign Evolved, as well as 5-day early access exclusivity for the more expensive version.Apr 8, 2026 12:29 PM CDT
• No Man's Sky adds alien Pokemon space battles in new Xeno Arena updateHello Games brings galactic Pokemon-style alien battling with its new Xeno Arena update, adding turn-based creature battles to the growing space sim.Apr 8, 2026 9:29 AM CDT
• Anthropic's Claude Mythos AI has discovered thousands of vulnerabilities in every OS and browserAnthropic's Claude Mythos AI model is reportedly too powerful and dangerous to release, as it poses a real threat to cybersecurity.Apr 8, 2026 1:26 AM CDT
• Corsair launches new FRAME 4000X RS and the FRAME 4000D WOOD RS casesCorsair has expanded its FRAME Series of cases with two new variants, one for fans of RGB lighting and one for fans of a more natural, wood-grain look.Apr 8, 2026 12:36 AM CDT
• Snapdragon X2 Elite reviews show big improvements in gaming performance, but issues still persistQualcomm's new Snapdragon X2 Elite processor has arrived, and although gaming performance is a lot better this second time around, it's not perfect.Apr 7, 2026 11:59 PM CDT
• Apple's MacBook Neo's 2027 model will reportedly include the A19 Pro chip and 50% more memoryApple is already planning a MacBook Neo refresh in 2027, but the runaway success of the current model is making it difficult to meet the demand.Apr 7, 2026 11:29 PM CDT
• ASUS raises prices for its Radeon RX 9070 XT GPUs by up to 17%The ASUS Prime Radeon RX 9070 XT OC Edition and ASUS TUF GAMING Radeon RX 9070 XT OC Edition GPUs have both received notable price increases.Apr 7, 2026 10:28 PM CDT
• Starfield faces steep competition on PS5, doesn't break into top 10 best-sellers on US PlayStation StoreStarfield is out today on PlayStation 5, but the game is facing steep competition on the US PS Store as it faces off against highly-discounted games.Apr 7, 2026 8:27 PM CDT
• Core Ultra 7 270K Plus outperforms Ultra 9 285K in Cinebench R23 after a delid and a hefty 5.8GHz overclockGerman overclocker Der8auer successfully outperformed an overclocked Core Ultra 9 285K with an overclocked Core Ultra 7 270K Plus in Cinebench R23.Apr 7, 2026 7:35 PM CDT
• Intel 'Panther Lake' Core Ultra X9 378H made official, 4P+8E Cores up to 5.0 GHzThe new chip sits above the Core Ultra X7 368H and below the Ultra X9 388H; surprisingly, it has the same specs as the Ultra X7 368H.Apr 7, 2026 7:18 PM CDT
• State of Decay 3's 2020 reveal trailer was just a concept, and zombie deer won't be on the menu in the final gameAfter being radio silent for years, Undead Labs studio head Philip Holt shares that State of Decay 3 didn't really exist when it was announced.Apr 7, 2026 4:38 PM CDT
• Fourth Call of Duty game coming to Game Pass Premium this month, Xbox further reveals conversion strategy for franchiseMicrosoft exposes more parts of its plan to convert Call of Duty into a more profitable, higher-margin property using discounts and Xbox Game Pass.Apr 7, 2026 2:32 PM CDT
• OG YouTuber Angry Video Game Nerd turns 20, releases lost AVGN episode to celebrateCinemassacre celebrates 20 years of angry cursing at pixelated SD sprites, just walking over gaps, and irreverent comedy with a long lost AVGN episode.Apr 7, 2026 1:31 PM CDT
• Insider claims Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced could be announced as soon as next week, with a summer release plannedBlack Flag Resynced is set to reportedly feature a more modern open world, drawing inspiration from Assassin's Creed: Shadows and newer Ubisoft releases.Apr 7, 2026 12:44 PM CDT
• Want GeForce Now with more privacy and 'power-user features' like 'Anti-AFK'? OpenNow is an open-source alternative clientOpenNow is a fully open-source and reverse-engineered app that makes some changes that'll likely please some, including a way around NVIDIA's AFK timeout.Apr 7, 2026 12:35 PM CDT
• Intel joins Tesla's TeraFab chip project with SpaceX and xAI to meet growing demand for AI and roboticsThis is exactly the kind of anchor customer the Intel Foundry business has been trying to land since Pat Gelsinger first pitched IDM 2.0.Apr 7, 2026 10:54 AM CDT
• Cheap DDR3 RAM rumored to spark demand to bring back old motherboards, as Colorful mulls Intel H81 resurrectionThe grapevine reckons Colorful is considering cranking up production of old H81 chipset boards to meet demand for cheap DDR3-toting PCs or servers.Apr 7, 2026 10:38 AM CDT
• Sony to put fans in first-party PlayStation games as part of new Playerbase programSony has announced The Playerbase, a new digital initiative that will scan the likeness of fans and put them directly into first-party PlayStation games.Apr 7, 2026 9:28 AM CDT
• NVIDIA RTX 4090 GPU reportedly suffers cable meltdown - and a cat saves the dayYes, here we are in 2026, and yet 'cablegate' is still a thing, although in this case, a plucky cat was on hand to save the day (and possibly the PC).Apr 7, 2026 8:18 AM CDT

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