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August 14
- PUBG to get native current-gen upgrade as last-gen console support winds down➀ PUBG has announced the end of last-gen console support and the transition to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S; ➁ The upgrade aims to improve visuals and stability; ➂ Different resolutions and frame rates will be targeted for different consoles.
August 13
- Capcom finally takes Monster Hunter Wilds performance seriously as sales dwindle➀ Capcom acknowledges the significant sales decline of Monster Hunter Wilds following its launch in early 2025; ➁ The game has faced difficulties attracting new players on PC due to performance issues; ➂ Capcom promises to implement improvements, starting with CPU optimisations in Title Update 4, expected this winter.
- Grand Theft Auto 6 won’t be delayed again➀ Grand Theft Auto 6 was originally scheduled for release this year but has been pushed back to May 2026. ➁ Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick expresses confidence in the new release date and emphasizes not to overpromise. ➂ GTA 6 is highly anticipated, with expectations of generating billions in revenue at launch.
- inZOI officially announced for PS5; Xbox release currently “under consideration”➀ inZOI has been officially announced for PS5 release in 2026; ➁ The Xbox launch is currently under consideration; ➂ The game sold over 1 million copies in its first week on Steam.
- Resident Evil Code Veronica and RE:0 remakes reportedly in the works➀ Capcom has been known for remaking its classic titles, with the Resident Evil series seeing various remakes over the years. ➁ A known Capcom leaker has claimed that Resident Evil: Code Veronica and Resident Evil Zero are next in line for remakes, expected to release in 2027/2028. ➂ The leaker, 'Dusk Golem', has a history of accurately leaking details about Capcom's projects. ➃ Capcom's recent sales data shows strong performance for several Resident Evil titles, suggesting a potential interest in remaking more classics.
August 12
- Arctic Xtender Review with Vertical Graphics mount➀ The Arctic Xtender is a large and smart case with solid construction, featuring five ARGB fans and decent airflow for cooling. However, it is heavy and takes up a lot of space. The Vertical Graphics riser can cause issues with certain components, such as the Palit RTX 5080, leading to high CPU temperatures. The fix is to opt for the non-VG case and install the graphics card horizontally. ➁ The case is well-engineered with a large glass window and metal panels for ventilation. ➂ Arctic Xtender offers various models with different window types and GPU vertical mounts, with some models available at discounted prices.
- Hideo Kojima’s PlayStation exclusive Physint is currently “at the conceptual stage”➀ Hideo Kojima has been working on several projects since leaving Konami; ➁ He has provided an update on his PlayStation console exclusive, Physint; ➂ Physint is currently at the conceptual stage, with Kojima working on it alone.
August 11
- Battlefield 6 Open Beta breaks Call of Duty record on Steam➀ The Battlefield 6 Open Beta has been a success on PC, reaching a peak of over half a million concurrent players on Steam; ➁ This figure surpasses the peak set by Call of Duty during the launch of Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone 2.0; ➂ EA confirms this is the largest open beta in the franchise's history and warns of potential server queue times.
- GTA V has now sold over 215 million copies➀ GTA V has now sold over 215 million copies; ➁ It continues to sell around 5 million copies every quarter; ➂ GTA V's total franchise sales have reached 455 million.
- More live-service titles are reportedly set to drop last-gen support next year➀ The 9th generation of video games has been closely intertwined with last-gen systems, with many titles released across both PS4 and PS5. ➁ Hoyoverse's Genshin Impact will no longer receive updates after April 2026. ➂ Many other major online and live service titles are reportedly planning to drop PS4 support in 2026.
- FSP AE36 AIO CPU Cooler Review➀ The FSP AE36 is a 360mm closed-loop AIO cooler with dual ARGB lighting zones and an infinity mirror pump top; ➁ It features a high-performance aluminum radiator and high-pressure fans for efficient heat dissipation; ➂ The smart installation bracket design ensures compatibility with multiple desktop platforms and is easy to install for both DIY and novice users.
- Mortal Kombat 1 has sold less than half the copies of MK11➀ NetherRealm skipped the usual break between Mortal Kombat releases with a new Injustice game and went straight to MK1, but it seems this strategy has not paid off with MK1's post-launch support ending prematurely. ➁ MK1 has sold over 6.2 million copies, significantly less than MK11's 15 million. ➂ Despite the lower sales, NetherRealm is still committed to refining MK1 and seeking player feedback on its post-launch strategy.
August 10
- G.Skill was able to overclock eight 32GB sticks to DDR5-8400➀ G.Skill's Phantom overclocker achieved DDR5-8400 with CL38-50-50 timings on a 256GB kit; ➁ The feat was performed across all eight memory channels of a workstation platform; ➂ The record was set using a 64-core AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 9985WX processor and an Asus Pro WS WRX90E-Sage SE motherboard.
- Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater multiplayer won’t be coming at launch➀ Konami has confirmed that the multiplayer mode 'Fox Hunt' will be released as a post-launch update; ➁ The game's single-player campaign will be available on August 28th; ➂ 'Fox Hunt' is a new concept designed for the game, focusing on stealth encounters in the jungle.
August 9
- Nintendo announced 18 games in just 15 minutes during Indie World showcase➀ Nintendo's Indie World Showcase took place yesterday, featuring 18 game announcements in just 15 minutes; ➁ The showcase included games for the Switch and Switch 2 consoles; ➂ The event was fast-paced and showcased a variety of independent games.
- Asus RTX 5080 Noctua Edition announced with NF-A12x25 G2 fans➀ Asus and Noctua announce the RTX 5080 Noctua Edition with a triple-fan cooler featuring Noctua's silent fans; ➁ The card uses three NF-A12x25 G2 fans and a custom heatsink with vapor chambers and heatpipes; ➂ The cooling system is designed to operate quieter than other Asus models at the same temperatures.
August 8
- Mafia: The Old Country launches to ‘very positive’ reviews on Steam➀ Mafia: The Old Country has been released and is performing well, with a Very Positive rating on Steam based on over 1700 user reviews. ➁ The game is a small prequel that explores the origins of the Italian mob and was developed using Unreal Engine 5. ➂ It has received praise for its voice acting, performance, and fast-paced story. The game takes approximately 10 to 12 hours to complete and is available on PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PS5.
- AVX-512 support is reportedly coming to “future Intel Core” processors➀ AVX-512 instructions are set to return to Intel's consumer desktop CPUs; ➁ The latest release of Intel's oneDNN library adds early support for AVX10.2 with full 512-bit width; ➂ This new feature targets 'future Intel Core' processors, possibly the Nova Lake architecture for 2026.
- Avalanche gives statement after Xbox publishing deal cancelled➀ Xbox has cancelled its publishing deal and funding for Avalanche's new game, Contraband; ➁ Avalanche Studios has confirmed the project has been paused; ➂ The game was initially expected to release in 2022 but has not been shown since 2021.
- You can claim over a dozen free games with Prime Gaming this month➀ Amazon has announced a new batch of free games for Prime subscribers; ➁ This month's offerings include classics like Civilization 3: Complete Edition and Thief: Definitive Edition; ➂ Games can be claimed starting today and will be available in batches through August 28th.
- Kojima’s Xbox exclusive OD is still safe from cancellation according to insiders➀ The Xbox exclusive game OD by Kojima remains in development despite recent cancellations; ➁ Microsoft is said to be continuing the project; ➂ Concerns remain about the stability of Microsoft's projects.
- The PlayStation Store on PS3 is currently inaccessible➀ The PlayStation Store on PS3 has been inaccessible for the past day; ➁ Users are encountering a maintenance message before being shut down; ➂ The issue is inconsistent, with some parts of the store still accessible; ➃ The PS Vita store is still accessible despite the issue.
- The PS5 is about to become the 10th best-selling console ever➀ The PS5 is on the verge of becoming the 10th best-selling console ever; ➁ Despite a slow start due to supply issues, it has sold over 80 million units; ➂ Sony's latest fiscal report shows strong performance with a 127% increase in operating income and 23% rise in software sales.
August 7
- Mafia: The Old Country joins GeForce Now alongside 4 other games➀ Mafia: The Old Country joins GeForce Now, with its release on Steam scheduled for August 7th; ➁ The game is a prequel to the original Mafia series, set in Italy and built using Unreal Engine 5; ➂ GeForce Now adds four other games to its platform, including Assassin's Creed Mirage and Titan Quest II.
- Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls promises 10 years of post-launch support➀ Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is poised to be Arc System Works' largest project yet, thanks to its partnership with PlayStation and Marvel, and the extensive support it is set to receive. ➁ During EVO 2025, ArcSys announced their ambitious plan to support the game for the next decade. ➂ Despite the challenges, the rich Marvel IP could sustain the game's popularity for a long time.
- Following 10 years in development, Lost Soul Aside has finally gone Gold➀ Lost Soul Aside, developed since 2014, is set to release on August 29, 2025; ➁ The game has officially gone Gold, meaning it is ready for final production and distribution; ➂ Ultizero Games is working on final optimizations and testing to ensure a seamless gaming experience.
- Activision believes Call of Duty is “too big to fail” claims insider➀ Despite constant complaints, the Call of Duty series remains a major player in gaming; ➁ Activision believes Call of Duty is 'too big to fail' and is not worried about the upcoming Battlefield 6; ➂ Call of Duty consistently tops the best-sellers list with few exceptions.
August 6
- Phison partners with Supermicro for Petascale Storage➀ Phison partners with Supermicro to address the increasing storage demands of AI and high-performance computing; ➁ Phison's Pascari D205V SSDs with 122.88 TB capacity are integrated into Supermicro's Petascale Storage servers; ➂ The collaboration aims to simplify data center infrastructure and replace traditional hard drives with faster solid-state storage.
- LC-Power LC1000P2 V3.1 PSU Review➀ LC-Power, a part of Silent Part Electronics GmbH, is reviewed; ➁ The LC1000P2 is a platinum-rated, fully modular power supply with Japanese capacitors; ➂ Features include 80+ Platinum certification, ATX 3.1 & PCIe 5.1 compatibility, and a silent 135mm FDB fan.
- August’s Humble Choice line-up includes Persona 5 Royal and much more➀ The August Humble Choice lineup includes Persona 5 Royal, Banishers: Ghost of New Eden, and more; ➁ Persona 5 Royal offers over 100 hours of entertainment with a compelling story and impressive visuals; ➂ Banishers: Ghost of New Eden is a choice-based action-RPG from the creators of Life is Strange; ➃ My Time at Sandrock is a farming simulation sequel to My Time at Portia with consistent updates.