Black Myth: Wukong
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Microsoft Gaming Rebrands to Xbox, Aims to “Lead in Performance” With Project HelixMicrosoft Gaming has officially rebranded back to Xbox, with CEO Asha Sharma and chief content officer Matt Booty emphasizing a culture of ambition and self-critique. The division aims to "lead in performance" with Project Helix, which will support both console and PC games, while also focusing on stabilizing the current generation and expanding its ecosystem. Priorities include growing franchise portfolios, evolving third-party partnerships, and exploring emerging markets and mobile audiences.
Best graphics cards in 2026: These are the GPUs worth spending money in right nowThis guide recommends the best graphics cards available in 2026, focusing on value and performance for PC gamers. It highlights the AMD Radeon RX 9070 as the best overall option for 1440p gaming, the RX 9060 XT for value, the Nvidia RTX 5050 for budget builds, the RX 9070 XT for mid-range, and the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 for high-end performance. The article also discusses current GPU pricing trends and provides detailed performance benchmarks.- Why Autosave Games Are the Only Games Parents Play | TAGThis article argues that autosave functionality is the most crucial feature for parents playing video games, especially in 2026. It highlights games like Slay the Spire 2, Balatro, and Cyberpunk 2077 for their robust autosave systems, while cautioning against titles with infrequent or manual save points, which can lead to significant progress loss due to unpredictable interruptions.
The RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB punches hard for the cash, but 8 GB of VRAM does have its limitsThe Nvidia RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB graphics card offers strong performance for 1080p and 1440p gaming at its $380 MSRP, often outperforming the AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 8 GB. However, its 8 GB of VRAM can be a limitation in certain VRAM-intensive games and at higher resolutions, causing performance drops compared to 16 GB variants. Despite this, it provides reasonable value in the current market, especially when considering its competitive pricing against AMD's offerings.
Every PS5 Pro Enhanced Game (So Far)Sony's PlayStation 5 Pro, launched in November 2024, offers enhanced graphics and frame rates for compatible games, identified by a 'PS5 Pro Enhanced' label. The console features an upgraded GPU and AI-driven upscaling through PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) to achieve higher fidelity visuals and smoother performance, often doubling the power of the base PS5.
During a memory crisis do you really need fast memory for PC gaming? No, no you do notThis article analyzes the impact of DRAM speed on PC gaming performance, concluding that slower DDR5 memory is generally acceptable for most users, especially when the GPU is the primary bottleneck. While some games like Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, Counter-Strike 2, Spider-Man Remastered, and Hogwarts Legacy show performance differences, the impact is often minimal or can be mitigated by adjusting graphics settings, making it a viable cost-saving measure for budget-conscious builders.
Look, 16 GB of RAM is absolutely fine for PC gaming in 2026. Though there are some caveats to that...This analysis investigates whether 16 GB of RAM is sufficient for PC gaming in 2026, testing various memory-intensive games with both 16 GB and 32 GB configurations on high-end and mainstream GPUs. While 16 GB proved adequate for many titles, especially with ample VRAM, multitasking or playing extremely demanding games like Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and Star Citizen may still benefit from 32 GB.
"When we are going to make an open-world RPG, it's better played on high-end PCs": Arknights Endfield lead says it's a good thing "the player base of high-end PC gaming is increasing"Ryan, lead for Hypergryph's Arknights: Endfield, believes high-end PC gaming is crucial for the success of open-world RPGs, noting the increasing player base in regions like Japan and China. He suggests that while mobile game growth is slowing, PC platforms are becoming more vital for complex titles like Arknights: Endfield, especially in a market influenced by games like Genshin Impact.
Where Winds Meet Liangzhou Update Now Live, Introducing the Legendary Heng Blade to the Snow-Swept Frontier - GameHauntThe Liangzhou update, the second chapter of the Hexi expansion for Everstone Studio's Where Winds Meet, is now available as a free download. This update introduces the snow-swept Liangzhou region, the new Heng Blade weapon with a deflect-and-counter combat system, and new bosses like the Moongazing Maiden. The game is free-to-play on PC, with console ports yet to be announced.
Crimson Desert Is Doing Something Very Uncommon For RPGsCrimson Desert, a single-player action-adventure RPG, is experiencing an uncommon trend of increasing player counts post-launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. This contrasts with most single-player RPGs which typically see a decline in concurrent players over time. Pearl Abyss is actively addressing player feedback with updates to refine the game.
Women and LGBTQ+ Gamers Get the Worst of Online Toxicity. The Data Proves It.Data indicates that women, LGBTQ+ individuals, Black gamers, and Jewish gamers experience disproportionately high rates of identity-based harassment in online gaming environments. While AI moderation tools are improving, they struggle to address coordinated, multi-platform harassment campaigns, leading to players avoiding games and the industry losing diverse talent. Games like Final Fantasy XIV and Deep Rock Galactic are highlighted for fostering more inclusive communities through design and active community management.
Crimson Desert Review | The OuterhavenPlayers are discussing the benefits and potential drawbacks of Sony's PlayStation 5 Pro and its PSSR 2.0 upscaling technology. While some anticipate improved performance and visuals for games like Cyberpunk 2077 and Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, others express concerns about potential visual issues and the need for developer support.
Intel Arc update adds pre-compiled shaders to speed up game load times by up to 3xIntel has released a new Arc graphics driver update that includes a Graphics Shader Distribution Service to pre-compile shaders, significantly reducing game load times by up to 3x on Intel Arc B-series GPUs and Core Ultra processors. This feature, also supported by Microsoft's API, aims to eliminate shader compilation wait times common in PC gaming and improve in-game stuttering. The update includes support for major titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and God of War Ragnarok.
Intel must also hate waiting for shaders to compile as it begins bundling pre-compiled code into Arc drivers for faster…Intel is introducing a new service that bundles pre-compiled shaders into its graphics drivers for Arc GPUs, aiming to reduce game loading times by up to 50% and minimize stuttering. This initiative, part of Microsoft's Advanced Shader Delivery system, will also be supported by Nvidia for GeForce RTX users later this year and is already being utilized by the Xbox ROG Ally.- Gamescom 2024 Steam Deck News, Reviews Including Bakeru and SCHiM, New Verified Games, Discounts, and More – TouchArcadeThis week's Steam Deck Weekly covers Gamescom 2024 news, including impressions and reviews of Bakeru, Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse, SCHiM, Gestalt: Steam and Cinder, and the Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun expansion. It also highlights new Steam Deck Verified and Playable games, along with ongoing sales and discounts.
- NBA 2K25, ARCO, ODDADA, DATE a LIVE Ren Dystopia, Star Trucker, Skull and Bones, & More Reviews With New Verified Games – TouchArcadeThis article provides Steam Deck reviews and impressions for several games including NBA 2K25, Gimmick! 2, Arco, Skull and Bones, ODDADA, Star Trucker, DATE A LIVE: Ren Dystopia, Total War: PHARAOH DYNASTIES, and Pinball FX. It also lists new Steam Deck Verified and Playable games and current discounts.
BAFTA Games Awards 2026 Nominees Revealed with Clair Obscur Leading the PackBAFTA has revealed the nominees for the upcoming BAFTA Games Awards, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading the pack with numerous nominations across various categories including Artistic Achievement, Debut Game, and Best Game. Other nominated titles include Dispatch, Ghost of Yotei, and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. The winners will be announced on April 17th.
DLSS 4.5 Dynamic Multi Frame Generation is coming to Nvidia App beta users on March 31, bringing on-the-fly 6x frame gen…Nvidia is releasing its Dynamic Multi Frame Generation feature for DLSS 4.5 to Nvidia App beta users on March 31, potentially boosting frame generation up to 6x for RTX 50-series GPUs. This technology dynamically adjusts the number of AI-generated frames based on scene demands to maintain smooth performance. Over 200 games will be supported at launch, with specific titles like 007: First Light and Control Resonant receiving native integration.
NVIDIA Beta driver 595.45.04 released for Linux - looks to be an exciting oneNVIDIA has released Beta driver version 595.45.04 for Linux, introducing support for new Vulkan extensions like VK_EXT_descriptor_heap, which may improve performance for Windows games running via Proton. The update also includes various bug fixes and improvements for stability and compatibility with technologies like Wayland and X11.
Oblivion Remastered Multiplayer Mod Is On The WayReadyCode, the company behind the Black Myth: Wukong multiplayer mod, has announced plans to release a multiplayer mod for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered. The mod, named OblivionMP, is expected to launch sometime this year and will allow players to explore Cyrodiil with friends, build guilds, and design custom servers. ReadyCode is developing this mod using a program called ReadyM, which they intend to use for other single-player games as well.