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Game Con Canada Is Just Over Two Weeks Away & We're Holding A Contest For Tickets!
Game Con Canada 2026, Western Canada's largest gaming convention, is scheduled for June 19-21 at the Edmonton EXPO Centre. The event will feature contests for tickets, including a chance to win VIP experiences, alongside tournaments for Valorant and Street Fighter 6, special guests, cosplay competitions, and guided TTRPG adventures. The New North American Games Industry Summit (NAGIS) will precede the convention.
Nvidia's working with all the anti-cheat vendors to make competive games work on RTX Spark and WoA… just…
Nvidia is collaborating with anti-cheat vendors to ensure competitive games function on its new RTX Spark chips for Windows on Arm. This initiative aims to address a key barrier for Linux gaming by improving compatibility with major anti-cheat software like Easy Anti-Cheat, BattlEye, and Denuvo. Nvidia expects to announce further game support in the coming months.
Not just for AI agents: Nvidia's RTX Spark means Arm-powered laptops for gamers, too, promising 100 fps at 1440p in…
Nvidia has officially unveiled its RTX Spark System on a Chip (SoC), codenamed N1X, which integrates MediaTek Arm CPU cores with Nvidia GPU cores for laptops and mini PCs. The RTX Spark lineup aims to offer configurations ranging from 16GB to 128GB of memory, promising high performance with efficient power consumption. Nvidia is working with developers to ensure compatibility with Windows on Arm and support for anti-cheat software for popular games like Fortnite and VALORANT.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is 2026's top new release by revenue to date | Newzoo charts
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream topped Newzoo's revenue charts for new releases in 2026 and overall console revenue in April, attributed to Nintendo's install base. New titles like Pragmata and Windrose also saw strong debuts, though displacing established live-service games remains challenging.
Valorant Masters' anthem is a unique look for VCT, and it brings one of the UK's finest back to the stage
Riot Games has released "Chaos in the House" by UK artist Che Lingo as the anthem for Valorant Masters London. The song aims to capture the unpredictability of Valorant esports and features a music video blending cartoon visuals with real tournament clips. Che Lingo previously contributed to the MSI 2023 anthem "Rules (Are Meant to Break)".
MelGeek's Centauri 80 makes the space geek in me happy but my wallet very sad
The MelGeek Centauri 80 is a visually striking gaming keyboard with a strong space theme, featuring an OLED touchscreen and premium build quality. While its aesthetic and performance, including rapid trigger functionality, are impressive, its high price point and transparent keycaps that can be difficult to read in low light make it a niche product recommended only for dedicated enthusiasts.
Riot Games rebuts rumor that Valorant’s anti-cheat update can brick legit players’ PCs
Riot Games has responded to accusations that its Valorant anti-cheat update, Vanguard, can brick legitimate players' PCs. The update targets Direct Memory Access (DMA) cheating devices, with Riot stating that the IOMMU check only affects systems attempting to use such hardware and does not impact regular players. The studio also addressed criticism regarding a taunting tweet about the effectiveness of the update.
Popular Online Video Games Right Now (2026)
This article discusses the factors contributing to the enduring popularity of online video games in 2026, focusing on competitive balance, social interaction, and continuous updates. It categorizes popular genres like tactical shooters, battle royales, MMORPGs, MOBAs, and co-op sandbox games, offering advice on choosing a game that fits individual preferences and schedules. The piece also touches upon the potential downsides of live-service models, such as pressure from daily rewards and battle passes, and emphasizes the importance of responsible play and time management.
Riot Games issues statement on Valorant Vanguard anti-cheat 'bricking' cheaters' PCs
Riot Games has released a statement addressing an issue with its Valorant Vanguard anti-cheat system that reportedly caused cheaters' PCs to malfunction. The developer provided an explanation for the recent social media posts concerning the anti-cheat's behavior.
Riot: Valorant Anti-Cheat Not Bricking Any Hardware
Riot Games has addressed reports claiming its Vanguard anti-cheat software for Valorant was "bricking" hardware. The company stated on X that the software does not possess the capability to cause such damage.
Riot's anti-cheat "does not in any way brick PCs," though Valorant cheaters say otherwise
Riot Games has clarified that its Vanguard anti-cheat software for Valorant does not brick PCs, despite claims from cheaters. The company stated that the controversial kernel-level software only renders specific cheat hardware useless for the game, and does not damage or disable normal PC hardware or software. Riot has provided an FAQ to assure players that legitimate users are unaffected.
Riot says "congrats on your $6k paperweights" as new Valorant anti-cheat update reportedly bricks the PCs of…
Riot Games' latest anti-cheat update for Valorant, Vanguard, is reportedly causing PCs to become unusable, requiring a full operating system reinstallation. The company responded humorously to the issue, acknowledging the severe impact on players, particularly those who may have been cheating.
Valorant Update Bricks Cheating Hardware
Riot Games has released a new update for its multiplayer shooter Valorant that takes extreme measures to combat cheating. The update targets Direct Memory Access manipulation, a method used to circumvent anti-cheat software by directly accessing hardware.
Riot taunts would-be hackers using physical hardware to cheat: 'congrats to the owners of a brand new $6k…
Riot Games has implemented a new anti-cheat measure for Valorant that targets hardware-based cheating, specifically Direct Memory Access (DMA) cards. This update effectively turns expensive cheating hardware into useless paperweights, with the Vanguard anti-cheat system triggering an IOMMU restart warning that renders the DMA firmware unusable, even requiring a full OS reinstall in some cases.
Valorant's new Vanguard update seems to be bricking cheaters' PCs. Riot's response? "Congrats on your $6k paperweights"
Riot Games' Vanguard anti-cheat software has been updated, with reports indicating it is now bricking the PCs of cheaters by rendering their DMA firmware unusable, requiring a full OS reinstall. Riot Games responded humorously to complaints, acknowledging the aggressive nature of the anti-cheat, which operates at a kernel level to prevent sophisticated cheating methods in games like Valorant and League of Legends.
Anticheat check - which competitive games actually work on Linux?
This guide details which competitive games with anti-cheat systems are compatible with Linux and SteamOS. It explains how anti-cheat software interacts with different operating systems and compatibility layers like Valve's Proton. While some major titles like Fortnite and Valorant are blocked, games such as Counter-Strike 2 and Marvel Rivals function correctly.
Main Types of Online Games and Why They Are Popular | Invision Game Community
This article analyzes the popularity of various online game types, including MMORPGs, mobile games, online casino games, competitive titles, and browser-based games. It highlights factors like social commitment, convenience, accessibility, and competitive environments that contribute to their widespread appeal and sustained player engagement.
NAVI's owner claims owning an esports team is actually a "very profitable business"
Malsym Krippa, owner of the esports organization Natus Vincere (NAVI), claims that owning an esports team is a highly profitable business. He stated that NAVI, which competes in games like Counter-Strike 2, Valorant, League of Legends, and Dota 2, generates millions in net profit annually. Krippa took over NAVI in 2018 when it was losing $1.5 million per year but turned it around within his first year of ownership.
Valorant gets Anti-Lag 2 but after testing it I don't think users with high-end AMD rigs should crack open the…
Valorant has implemented AMD's Anti-Lag 2 feature for RDNA 6000 series GPUs and later, aiming to compete with Nvidia's Reflex technology. However, testing suggests its benefits are highly system-dependent, with minimal latency reduction observed on high-end AMD rigs. The feature can be toggled in the graphics settings and may offer more noticeable improvements on lower-end systems, though it can slightly decrease frame rates.
The world's first 1000Hz Full HD gaming monitor is finally here
LG has unveiled the LG UltraGear 25G590B, the world's first gaming monitor capable of a 1,000Hz refresh rate at Full HD resolution. This display is designed for competitive esports titles like Counter-Strike 2 and Valorant, offering faster visual confirmation and quicker reaction times. The monitor is expected to launch in select markets in the second half of 2026, with pricing yet to be announced.
