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July 23
- Saber Interactive reveals Hellraiser Revival for PC and consoles➀ Saber Interactive has announced a new video game, Hellraiser Revival, based on the Hellraiser IP. Clive Barker, the creator of the series, has been involved in the game's story planning. ➁ The game follows Aidan, who must unlock a puzzle box to save his girlfriend from a hellish abyss, encountering powerful abilities and the cult that worships Pinhead. ➂ The game is currently available for wishlist on Steam, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, with no release date announced yet.
- Splitgate 2 is ‘unlaunching’ to undergo rework, Splitgate 1 is shutting down➀ 1047 Games announced the 'unlaunching' of Splitgate 2 and its return to beta due to underwhelming reception; ➁ The game will be reworked and relaunched in 2026; ➂ Splitgate 1 servers will be shut down in August due to high costs.
- Live-action ‘A Plague Tale’ adaptation is still in the works➀ A live-action adaptation of the video game 'A Plague Tale' is still in development; ➁ The series head has recently hinted at the project's progress; ➂ The adaptation was announced in 2022 and has been relatively quiet since then.
- MSI Forge GK600 TKL Wireless Keyboard Review➀ The MSI Forge GK600 TKL Wireless Keyboard offers excellent acoustics and a comfortable typing experience; ➁ It features 3-way connectivity, hot-swappable linear switches, and a built-in screen; ➂ The keyboard is priced competitively at £74.99 and supports both Windows and MacOS.
- Puzzle-focused ‘Pokémon Friends’ available now on Mobile and Switch➀ The Pokémon Company recently announced a new puzzle game, Pokémon Friends, during their Pokémon Presents showcase; ➁ The game is available on iOS, Android, and Nintendo Switch with over 1200 puzzles; ➂ The game is free-to-start with in-app purchases available for additional content.
- Assassin’s Creed Shadows has finally surpassed 5 million total players➀ Assassin's Creed Shadows has surpassed 5 million total players; ➁ The game launched in March after delays and content retooling; ➂ Ubisoft has promised to offer free and paid additions in the future.
- Battlefield 6 reveal goes live tomorrow➀ The upcoming release of Battlefield 6 is anticipated after a series of disappointing releases; ➁ EA/DICE will reveal the first proper trailer tomorrow; ➂ The teaser hints at environmental destruction and squad mechanics; ➃ EA recently confirmed an open beta with various mechanics.
- Razer Cobra gets HyperSpeed upgrade➀ The Razer Cobra is receiving a HyperSpeed upgrade for 2025; ➁ The new Cobra HyperSpeed mouse is designed for right-handed gamers seeking performance and customisability in a compact formfactor; ➂ It features 9 programmable controls, AI Prompt Master, and onboard memory for up to five profiles.
- LC-Power debuts trio of high-performance OLED monitors for gamers and creators➀ LC-Power introduces a new line of high-performance OLED monitors; ➁ The lineup includes three models with various screen sizes and features; ➂ The monitors offer advanced QD-OLED panels, ultra-fast responsiveness, and rich color precision.
July 22
- Elgato brings 4K60 game capture to the masses with cross-platform Game Capture 4K S➀ Elgato introduces the Game Capture 4K S, a new external capture solution offering 4K/60FPS capture and zero-latency passthrough; ➁ The device supports Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch 2, and is compatible with USB-C iPads; ➂ Elgato Studio, the new capture application, provides ultra-low preview latency and essential features for content creators.
- Samsung reportedly rejected joint-foundry proposal from Nvidia in 2018➀ Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang proposed a joint foundry project with Samsung in 2018; ➁ The project involved developing foundry technologies beyond 8nm; ➂ Samsung rejected the proposal due to political environment at the time.
- Killing Floor 3 and four other games get DLSS upgrades this week➀ This week, Killing Floor 3 and WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers are launching with DLSS 4 support. ➁ Nvidia releases a new GeForce Game Ready driver for full DLSS benefits. ➂ The Nvidia App update enables DLSS Override in 11 more games.
- New mod recreates original Fallout as a first-person shooter➀ The popularity of Fallout surged when Bethesda acquired the IP and transformed it from an isometric view to an open-world shooter. The isometric perspective can be off-putting for those who didn't grow up with CRPGs, leading to few revisiting the original Fallout games. A new mod, Fallout: Bakersfield, aims to change that by remaking the original Fallout 1 story in a DOOM style shooter. ➁ The mod, developed by Alexander Berezin, is said to be about 60% complete, with no concrete release date yet. The latest trailer gives a glimpse of what to expect, but there is still much work to be done. ➂ Fallout: Bakersfield was first announced in 2022, and while it has taken two years to reach the 60% completion mark, it doesn't guarantee a quick completion.
- Turtle Rock Studios artist reveals concepts for cancelled Evolve sequel➀ Turtle Rock Studios' Evolve sequel was revealed with concept art; ➁ The game was to include a massive asteroid mining station and missions on Shear; ➂ The studio eventually moved on to other projects, including Back4Blood.
- Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora to get NG+ and 3rd-person mode in free update➀ Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora is receiving a major free update on December 5th; ➁ The update includes New Game+ mode, third-person mode, and quality of life improvements; ➂ The third-person mode features reworked animations, controls, and camera systems.
- Ready or Not has sold 1 million copies on console – pushing total sales past 10 million➀ Ready or Not, a tactical first-person shooter from Void Interactive, has officially sold over 10 million copies; ➁ The game was released on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, selling over 1 million copies in just four days; ➂ Despite some controversy and changes to the PC version, the game remains a major indie success story.
- Ubisoft claims microtransactions “makes the player experience more fun”➀ Ubisoft claims microtransactions make the player experience more fun; ➁ The company discusses its monetization and engagement policies; ➂ Despite the claim, Ubisoft is known for implementing microtransactions in single-player games.
July 21
- MSI MPG 272URX Review (4K/240Hz QD-OLED)➀ The MSI MPG 272URX monitor is reviewed, highlighting its 4K resolution and 240Hz refresh rate QD-OLED panel; ➁ The 4th Generation QD-OLED panel from Samsung is discussed, with improved durability and burn-in protection; ➂ The monitor's specifications, including color depth, refresh rate, and connectivity options, are detailed.
- AMD AI optimisations enable Stable Diffusion 3.0 Medium on laptops with less than 32GB memory➀ AMD has introduced a new block FP16 stable diffusion model, combining the accuracy of FP16 with the performance of INT8; ➁ The collaboration between AMD and Stability AI has led to the availability of SD 3.0 Medium on Ryzen AI 300 or Ryzen AI MAX+ laptops; ➂ The SD 3.0 Medium model is optimized for Ryzen AI XDNA 2 NPU and requires at least 24GB of memory to run.
- The dangers of AI in politics and social media➀ The rise of AI in finding answers has led to the emergence of politically aligned AI systems like Grok. ➁ Politicians are using and building their own AI, raising concerns about post-fact environments. ➂ The Cambridge Analytica scandal highlighted the dangers of social media data misuse in political campaigns. ➃ AI can fabricate information and fragment the truth, leading to potential manipulation of public perception.
- Microsoft shuts down ‘Movies and TV’ app on Xbox and Windows➀ Microsoft has abruptly shut down its Movies and TV store on Xbox and Windows; ➁ Users will still be able to access previously purchased content, but no new purchases are allowed; ➂ The move comes amidst the rise of digital media and subscription services.
- Ghost Recon is returning to first-person, confirms Ubisoft➀ The Ghost Recon series is a long-standing Ubisoft franchise, with the first game released in 2001. The 2019 game, Ghost Recon: Breakpoint, received mixed reviews. ➁ Ubisoft is working on a new first-person Ghost Recon game. ➂ CEO Yves Guillemot confirmed this to shareholders, stating the objective is to enhance current experiences and capitalize on upcoming releases.
- Ubisoft CEO blames Outlaws’ failings on the Star Wars brand➀ Ubisoft's CEO attributes the failure of Star Wars: Outlaws to the struggling Star Wars brand; ➁ The game faced criticism for bugs, basic gameplay, and a rigid stealth system; ➂ Despite some issues being resolved, the game's failure is partly attributed to Ubisoft's own shortcomings.
- FBC: Firebreak set to get first big update in September➀ FBC: Firebreak, the latest project from Remedy Entertainment, is set to receive its first major update in September; ➁ The update includes new features like improved onboarding, new weapons, and a retooled upgrade system; ➂ Remedy Entertainment has shown commitment to improving the game based on community feedback.
July 20
- Razer is launching a collection of Pokémon-themed peripherals➀ Razer has announced the expansion of its Pokémon-themed peripheral collection to new markets including the US, Latin America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand; ➁ The collection includes themed versions of Razer's popular gaming peripherals such as the BlackWidow V4 X keyboard, Cobra mouse, Kraken V4 X headset, and Gigantus V2 mouse mat; ➂ The peripherals feature designs inspired by Pokémon characters and are now available for purchase.
- Refreshed Intel Arrow Lake-S CPUs will reportedly use the same NPU as predecessor➀ Rumors suggest the upcoming Arrow Lake Refresh will not include an upgraded NPU as previously rumored; ➁ The refresh is expected to be a minor upgrade with a focus on clock speed improvements; ➂ The NPU upgrade plan has been canceled, and the refresh will likely be a simple clock speed bump for the unlocked K and KF-series processors.
- MSI motherboard BIOS update adds support for Ryzen 9000F➀ MSI has released a new beta BIOS with AMD's latest AGESA 1.2.0.3F firmware; ➁ The update promises stability and compatibility improvements; ➂ The changelog explicitly mentions support for the unannounced Ryzen 9000F processors.
- AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 9995WX tops Cinebench R23 ranking➀ The AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 9995WX achieves an impressive 173,000 points in the Cinebench R23 multi-core test; ➁ This is approximately 46% more than its predecessor, the 7995WX; ➂ The CPU requires a high-power supply and robust cooling to operate at full potential.
July 18
- Final Fantasy 14 drops support for Windows 10➀ Final Fantasy 14 will stop supporting Windows 10 in October; ➁ Microsoft is ending support for Windows 10, which will no longer receive updates; ➂ Users are recommended to upgrade to Windows 11.
- Infamous director would ‘love to work on more’➀ Nate Fox, the director of Infamous 1 & 2 and Infamous Second Son, expressed his desire to work on more games in the series or even re-release the original trilogy. ➁ The chances of a return for Infamous seem slim due to Sucker Punch's focus on Ghost of Yotei. ➂ Infamous series includes games from the PS3 generation and was dormant since the PS4 generation.