HUNT: Showdown
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Brutally Hard And Tense FPS Escape From Tarkov Is Cheaper Than Ever Right Now
Escape From Tarkov, a brutally hard and tense extraction shooter, is currently available at its lowest price ever with a 30% discount on Steam. The game, developed by Battlestate Games, offers a challenging experience where players risk losing all their gear upon death. Its recent launch on Steam makes it more accessible for newcomers looking for a demanding militaristic FPS.
"We are committed to passing on savings whenever we can" - Framework rolls out refunds and price reductions on some of its laptops after securing a cheaper supply of memory to make them with
Laptop manufacturer Framework is passing on savings from a cheaper supply of RAM to its customers. The company is issuing price reductions and retroactive refunds for both new orders and existing pre-orders. This move is highlighted as a significant win for consumers amidst current PC market volatility and RAM shortages.
Nvidia says it's only targeting "photorealistic" games with DLSS 5, but am I the only one who thinks…
The author expresses concern that Nvidia's DLSS 5 technology, intended for "photorealistic" games, risks homogenizing art styles and detracting from the unique visual design of many titles. While Nvidia assures developers have control, the underlying AI's focus on photorealism is seen as a step backward from artistic diversity.
"It folds down to the size of a credit card" - Razer's mobile controllers were getting too bulky so it's launching a foldable one you can carry around in your pocket
Razer has launched the Razer Prio, a new foldable mobile controller designed for ultimate portability, folding down to the size of a credit card. While it aims to balance portability and precision, its $99.99 price point is considered high compared to other mobile controllers on the market. The controller features contactless capacitive analog thumbsticks to prevent stick drift and supports phones up to 7 inches.
Playable Control Resonant and a Dune: Awakening Update Highlight Level Infinite’s Massive gamescom 2026 Plans
Level Infinite will feature playable demos of Control Resonant and Dune: Awakening at gamescom 2026. The company will also reveal exclusive content for Hunt: Showdown 1896 at the event.
The Scuf Envision Pro's biggest selling point is exactly why I wouldn't recommend it
The Scuf Envision Pro controller for PC gaming is praised for its comfort, design, and satisfying face buttons, but its unique side buttons are too easily mispressed, hindering its overall recommendation. While the controller offers innovative features like Hall sticks and magnetic faceplates, the execution of the side buttons and the reliance on Corsair's iCUE software are significant drawbacks.
Morning Patches
Several games have received recent updates and patches. Blade & Soul NEO features a Treasure Chest of Sundering, Crimson Desert released version 1.16.04, Hunt: Showdown's 'Road to Hell' Chapter 3 is live, and Lies of P has also received an update.
What are we all playing this weekend?
Several staff members shared their weekend gaming plans, with Edwin playing Troubleshooter: Abandoned Children and Darkwood, while Mark might revisit Skyrim. Others are playing Helldivers 2, Hunt: Showdown, or an unannounced embargoed game. James is trying the train-based bullet hell shooter Song of Morus: Limbo Express.
Maingear refreshes its "Zero" PC range, taking cable-free gaming rigs to the next level: "It had to look just as good powered off as it does turned on"
Maingear has refreshed its Zero line of gaming PCs, focusing on a cable-free design with panoramic tempered glass for component visibility. The new models, starting at $2,799, feature high-end CPU and GPU pairings from Intel and AMD, and NVIDIA. The company's CEO, Wallace Santos, emphasized the design's aesthetic appeal both when powered on and off, aiming for "zero distractions".
Diskutera – Vilket är ditt svettigaste extraktionsminne?
This article discusses the intense and memorable moments experienced in extraction shooter games like Escape from Tarkov, Hunt: Showdown, and Arc Raiders. It prompts readers to share their own most thrilling or disastrous extraction memories, highlighting the high-stakes nature of these games where a successful escape is never guaranteed.
Loot, paranoia och flykt – historien om extraction shooters
This article traces the history and evolution of the extraction shooter genre, starting with The Division's Dark Zone in 2016 and Escape from Tarkov's beta in 2017. It highlights key titles like Hunt: Showdown and the recent success of Embark Studios' Arc Raiders, discussing the genre's core mechanics of looting, player-versus-player conflict, and the tension of extraction. The piece also touches on the genre's saturation and Bungie's controversial take with Marathon.
I finally found an 8,000Hz gaming mouse that caters to my bizarre pinky groove and MMO preferences, and it makes me question why more mouse brands aren't willing to take risks
The author discusses the current market for gaming mice, which is heavily influenced by Esports preferences for lightweight, high-polling rate designs. They express a desire for more versatile mice that cater to different grip styles and offer features like MMO buttons, finding few options outside of specific models like the Corsair Scimitar RGB Elite and the upcoming Meetion Mega V1. The article highlights how smaller brands like Meetion are innovating by offering modular designs and catering to niche preferences, potentially challenging the dominance of Esports-focused peripherals.
I love being a cultist in Feed the Pit, and not just because I get to throw scummy stock-brokers into a toothy vortex
Feed the Pit offers a cathartic extraction experience where players hunt wealthy individuals to sacrifice to a monstrous entity, blending this core loop with a creepy narrative. The game features a found family of cultists and a unique card-based investigation system to locate targets within its first act, which spans three to four hours and will be followed by free updates.
Morning Patches
Several games have received recent updates. Biped 2 is now on version 2.5.0, DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH has received PC Patch 1.10, Gothic 1 Remake is live with Patch 1.0.3, and Hunt: Showdown's 'Road to Hell - Chapter 2' is now available.
Morning Patches
This article provides a brief overview of recent official and unofficial patches and updates for several games. It mentions updates for ENDLESS Legend 2, Hunt: Showdown, and the release of an online version for The Witcher 3.
Prime Day PC deals are the answer to RAMageddon, and I've found the discounts to prove it
Amidst a significant RAM shortage impacting PC upgrades, Prime Day offers are presented as the best opportunity to purchase computer components. Deals are available from major retailers like Amazon, Newegg, and Best Buy, including discounts on pre-built gaming PCs and individual components. The article highlights that these sales may be crucial for acquiring PC gaming hardware due to ongoing shortages and high demand.
A ray of hope for PC builders desperate for an upgrade - one of my favorite motherboards is being bundled with 32GB of…
Amidst component shortages and a lean Prime Day, PC builders are advised to look at motherboard bundles from retailers like Newegg for potential upgrades. The article highlights specific MSI and ASRock motherboard bundles that offer quality-of-life features and future-proofing for AMD's AM5 platform and Intel's upcoming CPUs.
Morning Patches
Major updates are now live for Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together, featuring customer wiki, assembly, and avatar customizations. Hunt: Showdown also received update 2.8.0.3, and Final Fantasy Tactics has seen new developments.
Crytek Strengthens Global Publishing with Appointment of Zoher Toutanji as Chief Publishing Officer
Crytek has appointed Zoher Toutanji as its new Chief Publishing Officer to lead global publishing operations and expand the company's self-publishing capabilities. Toutanji, formerly of IO Interactive, Riot Games, Square Enix, and Ubisoft, will oversee publishing strategy and commercial operations, supporting Crytek's live-service portfolio and future titles like Hunt: Showdown. This move is part of Crytek's long-term strategy to strengthen its global commercial presence and drive sustainable growth.
You can swap around the position of the front IO on Cooler Master's updated Q300L case, and its price is hard to…
Cooler Master has released an updated version of its Q300L PC case, the Q300L V3, which maintains its mATX form factor and affordable price point of $44.49. Key updates include modular front I/O placement, a high-speed USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C port, and increased internal dimensions for better component compatibility.
