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We've been tracking graphics card prices for exactly one year and it's never been worse than this
A year-long tracking of graphics card prices reveals a volatile market, with significant price increases for Nvidia's RTX 50-series, particularly the RTX 5090 and RTX 5060 Ti 16 GB. While AMD's RDNA 4 cards remain more reasonably priced, the overall trend suggests a challenging landscape for PC gamers seeking affordable components. The article advises against purchasing Nvidia GPUs with more than 8 GB of VRAM due to inflated prices.
Epic Games Store is going to support Linux 'soon' — and that's great news for Steam Deck owners
Epic Games has announced that its PC storefront will soon offer native support for Linux, a move that will greatly benefit Steam Deck owners and other Linux gamers. This development coincides with Nvidia's official launch of its GeForce Now app for Linux and GOG's work on a native Linux client for its Galaxy platform. However, games with anti-cheat measures, such as Epic's own Fortnite, will likely remain incompatible.
GeForce NOW comes to Linux, as Nvidia's game streaming service exits beta
Nvidia's cloud gaming service, GeForce NOW, has officially exited its beta phase for Linux users, offering a native application with improved performance and stability. This release allows Linux users to stream games with graphical fidelity up to RTX 5080 levels. The service also added nine new games, including Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, bringing the total compatible titles to over 4,500, though a 100-hour monthly streaming cap is now in effect for all users.
Class Is in Session: GeForce NOW Levels Up Linux, Chromebooks and More
NVIDIA's GeForce NOW cloud gaming service has officially launched its native Linux application out of beta, offering improved performance and stability. The service also received optimizations for DLSS Frame Generation, reducing latency and enhancing responsiveness. Additionally, GeForce NOW is enhancing its accessibility on Chromebooks, allowing students to use their school devices for high-performance PC gaming, with eligible new owners receiving a free year of service through Chromebook Fast Pass.
PC Gamer magazine's new issue is on sale now: Onimusha: Way of the Sword, with a huge A1 poster and Top 100 games…
PC Gamer magazine's latest issue features an exclusive preview of Capcom's upcoming action sword-fighting game, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, including hands-on gameplay and interviews with developers. The issue also includes a supplement detailing the top 100 PC games, a poster for Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and features on co-op games and other previews and reviews.
Nvidia RTX 50 graphics cards see drastic rises above retail price, as AI memory boom continues
Nvidia's RTX 50 series graphics cards are experiencing significant price increases above their original retail prices, driven by a continued boom in AI memory demand. Median prices on Newegg in the US have risen by up to 40% in August 2026 compared to June 2026, with models like the RTX 5060 Ti 16GB seeing substantial jumps. This trend is also observed in the UK market, with no immediate signs of prices decreasing.
Nvidia reckons new $500 billion investment should allay fears AI companies are just funded by the same pot of cash moving around in one big circle. Reassured yet?
Nvidia announced a significant influx of over $500 billion in third-party capital for AI infrastructure, aiming to counter concerns about circular financing within the industry. The company asserts that this initiative will establish an open capital market for AI, with independent investors underwriting projects. However, the article questions the true independence of these investments, given the interconnectedness of major players like BlackRock and Microsoft in the AI market, and suggests this could be a temporary measure before a potential market correction.
Nvidia guarantees up to 25% of GPU residual value to unlock a $500 billion AI financing push
Nvidia is offering a contractual guarantee to cover up to 25% of the residual value loss on its GPUs, aiming to facilitate over $500 billion in third-party capital for AI infrastructure. This move, intended to mitigate depreciation risk and address financing challenges for AI companies, has drawn scrutiny and a cautious market reaction. CEO Jensen Huang frames it as a pivot towards repeatable financing platforms, while critics like Michael Burry question the long-term viability of GPU depreciation.
Arm-based Nvidia gaming laptops get closer to launch, as new performance stats appear on Geekbench
Nvidia's Arm-based RTX Spark chips are nearing launch, with new performance data appearing on Geekbench. These chips, designed for Windows laptops and mini PCs, aim to offer power efficiency for gaming, content creation, and AI tasks. Early benchmarks show the 20-core RTX Spark N1X processor achieving multi-core scores comparable to Intel's i9-14900KS, with DLSS 4.5 support confirmed.
The RTX 5070 is creeping ever closer to $1,000, and the mid-range PC gamer in me is in mourning
The average price for Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5070 graphics card has risen to approximately $900, a significant increase from its original MSRP and even its previous inflated price. This trend indicates a broader issue in the GPU market where mid-range cards are becoming as expensive as former high-end models, impacting PC gamers. While AMD cards also see price increases, they remain more accessible in the mid-range segment.
Mortal Shell 2 – Everything That’s Changing From the Original
Mortal Shell 2 aims to significantly expand upon its predecessor with a longer campaign, new combat mechanics, and numerous dungeons. While it offers a standalone experience, concerns from the open beta regarding camera, lighting, and accessibility are noted, though the developers are reportedly addressing some issues for a day-one patch. The game is set to release on August 20th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, featuring enhancements like DLSS and ray tracing for PC players.
Elden Ring Finally Lands on Switch 2 August 28 — Here's What Fixed the 15fps Disaster | Gamedoper
Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition is launching on Nintendo Switch 2 on August 28, 2026, for $79.99. This version includes the base game and the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, along with new classes, armor, and weapons. The port faced significant performance issues initially, but has since seen improvements, targeting 30-40fps in handheld and 30fps docked.
Anthropic Starts Building In-House Silicon for Claude
Anthropic is forming a custom silicon team to design in-house chips for its AI model Claude, following similar moves by OpenAI, Google, and Meta. The company plans a multi-chip approach, integrating its own designs with third-party hardware. This initiative aims to gain greater control over hardware, improve performance, and reduce reliance on single suppliers like Nvidia.
'They call us old stupid farmers, you know, but we’re not': Family declines $26 million offer to convert their farmland into an AI data center
A farming family in Northern Kentucky has declined a $26 million offer from an unnamed company to convert half of their 1,200-acre farmland into an AI data center. The family expressed concerns about the impact on food production, water, and the environment, rejecting the offer as a potential scam despite its significant financial value.
Subscriptions, Clouds, and Streams
NVIDIA announced the upcoming games for GeForce NOW in August, highlighting the service's continued expansion in cloud gaming and game streaming. The blog post details new titles available through the platform.
16GB VRAM now Steam's most common spec, as gamers snap up high-end Nvidia and AMD GPUs
Steam's July 2026 hardware survey reveals that 16GB of VRAM is now the most common GPU specification among surveyed users, surpassing 8GB configurations. This trend is driven by the increasing popularity of high-end Nvidia and AMD graphics cards, with specific models like the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (12GB VRAM) remaining popular despite the rise in higher VRAM capacities. While no games currently list 16GB as a minimum requirement, titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 can utilize this much VRAM at max settings.
It is genuinely cheaper for me to fly to QuakeCon and buy a RTX 5090 at the Nvidia booth than pick up the GPU absolutely…
The article discusses the high cost of Nvidia's latest graphics cards, specifically the RTX 5090, suggesting it might be cheaper to fly to QuakeCon and purchase one there at MSRP. Nvidia is offering limited 'Verified Priority Access IRL' at QuakeCon for attendees to buy GPUs at MSRP, though availability is not guaranteed. The author highlights the significant price difference between MSRP and current market prices, even after factoring in travel costs.
GeForce NOW Shakes Up August With 26 New Games
NVIDIA's GeForce NOW cloud gaming service is adding 26 new games in August, including World of Warships: Legends, Expeditions: Samurai, and The Sinking City 2. The service is also present at QuakeCon, showcasing high-end cloud gaming experiences on various devices. New titles will be added throughout the month, with a focus on seamless play across multiple screens.
EA has fixed a niche Battlefield 6 issue where some Nvidia GPUs were crashing while changing attachments or 'playing on maps with large bodies of water'
EA has released Battlefield 6 update 1.4.1.5 to address a specific crash issue affecting players with Nvidia GPUs. The problem caused the game to crash when changing attachments, using custom server search, or playing on maps with large bodies of water. This fix is particularly timely with the recent launch of the Tsuru Reef map, which features extensive water areas.
AMD made over 8 times as much revenue on data centers as it did gaming last quarter
AMD reported record-breaking revenue of $11.5 billion in Q2, with data centers contributing $6.7 billion, doubling last year's figures. In contrast, the company's gaming revenue saw a 31% year-over-year dip, amounting to $779 million. This shift is attributed to strong demand in the AI sector and a decline in sales of custom chips for consoles like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, alongside broader market factors affecting PC hardware.
