➀ Dragon Age: The Veilguard will launch on October 31, 2024 for PC and console. ➁ The game's minimum hardware requirements are quite low, requiring only an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 or similar. ➂ The game will be 'Steam Deck Verified', ensuring compatibility with handheld devices.

1. Valve has updated Steam's review system to prioritize helpful reviews for potential buyers. 2. The new system sorts reviews based on their usefulness rather than just the number of 'helpful' votes. 3. This change aims to assist potential players in making informed purchasing decisions by highlighting more informative reviews.

1. The Callisto Protocol and Gigantic: Rampage Edition will be available for free on the Epic Games Store from August 22nd to 29th. 2. The Callisto Protocol, released in late 2022, received mixed reviews with praise for its visuals but criticism for gameplay variety. 3. Despite its development challenges, the game is worth trying, especially given its free availability.

1. Valve has been continuously improving Steam with numerous quality of life enhancements throughout 2024. 2. A new 'Trending Free' tab has been added to the Steam Store to address issues caused by the implementation of game prologues. 3. This update helps to declutter the store front and makes it easier for players to discover games they are interested in.

1. Death’s Gambit: Afterlife, a 2D Souls-like metroidvania, is available for free on the Epic Games Store until August 22nd. 2. The game features 10 new levels, over 30 weapons, 5 new bosses, and mechanical overhauls. 3. With detailed pixel art and an intriguing aesthetic, the game offers a challenging experience with deep RPG elements.

1. Fallout London, a mod for Fallout 4, surpassed 500,000 players in its first 24 hours. 2. GOG, the primary hosting partner, praised the mod's success and thanked TeamFOLON and fans. 3. TeamFOLON expressed gratitude for the support and emphasized ongoing efforts to improve the mod.

1. SEGA has removed the original 2011 version of Sonic Generations from the Xbox 360 store but will keep it available via bundles on Steam and Xbox. 2. Existing owners can still download and play the game, and mods on the Steam version will not be affected. 3. This semi-delisting approach is a compromise to preserve the game while preparing for the release of Sonic x Shadow Generations.

1. DNF Duel, a 2.5D fighting game from Arc System Works, is available for free on the Epic Games Store until August 15th. 2. The game received positive reviews for its visuals and accessibility but faced criticism for balance issues. 3. Along with DNF Duel, players can also claim CYGNI: All Guns Blazing and an Apex Legends bundle for free this week.

1. Humble’s Choice subscription for August includes games like SIFU, High on Life, and Gotham Knights. 2. Subscribers can pause and unpause their subscription at any time. 3. A portion of the subscription profits goes to charity, with this month's beneficiary being WWF.

1. Humble's Capcom Summer 2024 bundle offers a selection of games at discounted prices, with a portion of the proceeds going to charity. 2. The bundle is available in four tiers, ranging from £3.90 to £23.44, each including different games from Capcom. 3. The bundle supports charities 'Children's Miracle Network Hospitals' and 'Breakthrough T1D'.

1. Amazon Prime subscribers can access over 20 free games in August through Prime Gaming, including Deus Ex: Mankind Divided and Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition. 2. The games are available on various dates throughout the month, starting from August 8th. 3. The selection also includes numerous indie titles and continues to expand with additional games like TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge.

1. Qualcomm plans to release Snapdragon X-powered PCs priced as low as $700 in 2025. 2. These devices aim to offer affordable options without compromising NPU performance. 3. The announcement was made by Qualcomm's CEO Cristiano Amon during an earnings call.

1. EA has finally added a wishlisting feature to its PC launcher after 2 years of its revamped app launch; 2. The feature was discovered by a ResetEra user and was added stealthily; 3. The addition of wishlisting is considered less vital for EA's app compared to other PC launchers like Steam and Epic Games Store.

❶ Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon announced during the 3Q24 earnings call that the company will launch $700 Snapdragon X PCs next year, offering more affordable options. ❷ Amon also mentioned that the X series product roadmap will expand to include PCs priced as low as $700 without compromising NPU performance. ❸ Qualcomm expects PCs to be a significant driver of diversification, with slow but steady growth as the market transitions.

1. The LEGO Worlds Collide: The Ultimate Assembly bundle offers 18 LEGO games for under £12. 2. The bundle is available in three tiers, with prices starting at £3.87. 3. A portion of the proceeds will support the charity buildOn, focusing on breaking the cycle of poverty and illiteracy.

1. GTA V is reportedly set to be added to Xbox's PC Game Pass soon; 2. The game will be accessible through the Rockstar Games launcher, without cross-platform support; 3. This marks the first time GTA V will be available to PC subscribers of Game Pass.

1. Valve is adding official support for the 1920x1200p 'DeckHD' mod in the Steam Deck's Gamescope compositor; 2. This change theoretically eliminates the need for users to replace bios for third-party displays; 3. The support is currently specific to the DeckHD mod, indicating that universal display support is not yet in development.

1. Lenovo launches new YOGA Portal Mini-PC with up to Intel Core i7-14700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060. 2. The Chinese version features a less powerful CPU but a more powerful GPU compared to the global market version. 3. The system allows for upgrades including CPU, RAM, SSD, and potentially GPU.

1. Valve introduces significant improvements to Steam demos, including the ability to add demos to the library without immediate installation and the option to install demos even if the full game is owned. 2. Demos can now have separate store pages and user reviews, and they appear more frequently in the Steam store. 3. Developers and wishlisters are notified when a demo is launched, enhancing the overall demo experience on Steam.

❶ CrowdStrike, following a major PC outage caused by buggy software updates, is offering $10 UberEats gift cards to affected partners. ❷ Some reports indicate that the vouchers are either inadequate or have been canceled. ❸ CrowdStrike's market cap has dropped by $12.5 billion USD since the incident, potentially affecting their ability to provide these compensations.