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Leading Publishers Bring Blockbuster PC Games and Technology to NVIDIA RTX Spark
NVIDIA is launching its RTX Spark platform this fall, bringing enhanced RTX gaming features to PCs. Publishers like Electronic Arts, Embark, and Ubisoft are supporting the platform with titles such as EA SPORTS F1 25, Apex Legends, Anno 117: Pax Romana, ARC Raiders, and THE FINALS. RTX Spark will integrate NVIDIA's DLSS and Reflex technologies, along with native EA Javelin Anticheat support.
Redaktionens mest älskade boomer shooter-vapen
This article features a discussion among editors about their favorite weapons from classic 'boomer shooter' games. Each editor shares personal picks, detailing why specific weapons like the Mighty Foot from Duke Nukem 3D, the Super Nailgun from Quake, and the Stakegun from Painkiller stand out due to their unique mechanics and impact.
'The mid-2000s was the golden era of first-person shooters': David Syzmankski, creator of Dusk and Iron Lung,…
David Szymanski, creator of Dusk and Iron Lung, discusses his gaming history and preferences in a 'Disk Cleanup' feature. He highlights Myst as a foundational experience and considers the mid-2000s the golden era for first-person shooters due to their variety. Szymanski also shares his high playtime in Elden Ring and his enduring appreciation for Doom.
PC Gamer magazine's new issue is on sale now: Witchfire
The latest issue of PC Gamer magazine features world-exclusive access to Witchfire, the dark fantasy RPG shooter from The Astronauts, ahead of its version 1.0 launch. The issue also includes previews of The Expanse: Osiris Reborn and other upcoming games, along with reviews for titles like Crimson Desert and Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred. Additionally, it covers PC gaming's best MMOs, ergonomic PC gear, and delves into the legacy of ZQuest Classic.
PEOPLE CAN FLY GROUP ACQUIRES COOLDOWN GAMES BRAND, PUBLISHING RIGHTS, AND VETERAN GEARBOX PUBLISHING TEAM TO RESTORE ITS GLOBAL PUBLISHING VERTICAL.
People Can Fly Group has acquired the Cooldown Games brand, its publishing rights, and a team from Gearbox Publishing to re-establish its global publishing vertical. This move aims to strengthen People Can Fly's self-publishing strategy, increase profit margins on owned intellectual property, and introduce a new revenue stream through third-party publishing agreements. The acquisition also provides growth capital and operational support to Cooldown Games' existing slate of titles.
Daily Video Game Deals Apr 15 – DreadOut Remastered Collection, SOUTH PARK – SNOW DAY!, BLEACH Rebirth of Souls, Painkiller, LEGO 2K Drive, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii & More
Daily video game deals for April 15th include titles such as DreadOut Remastered Collection, SOUTH PARK: SNOW DAY!, BLEACH Rebirth of Souls, Painkiller, LEGO 2K Drive, and Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. Discounts are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC platforms.
Painkiller Review
Anshar Studios' reboot of the Painkiller franchise attempts to revive the series as a co-op arena shooter but falls short of expectations. While featuring a variety of weapons with secondary modes and a roguelike option, the game suffers from a lack of mission and enemy variety, generic environments, and a forced co-op structure that hinders solo play. The game is rated M for Mature and is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Xbox Partner Preview March 2026 - All the News and Reveals
The Xbox Partner Preview showcase featured over 30 minutes of content from third-party developers, revealing new trailers and release windows for numerous upcoming games. Highlights included Hunter: The Reckoning - Deathwish, Wuthering Waves, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, Grave Seasons, Serious Sam: Shatterverse, Stranger Than Heaven, Super Meat Boy 3D, Forever Ago, Ascend to Zero, Dispatch, Alien Deathstorm, Frog Sqwad, Bluey's Happy Snaps, Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl expansion, Moosa: Dirty Fate, The Eternal Life of Goldman, Vaunted, Hades 2, and Artificial Detective.
Daily Video Game Deals Mar 7 – Darkest Dungeon II, Persona 3 Reload, Dead Island 2, Frostpunk 2: Ice Breaker, Alan Wake 2 Deluxe Edition, Daemon X Machina Titanic Scion, Rune Factory Guardians of Azuma & More
This article lists daily video game deals for March 7th, featuring discounts on numerous titles across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Notable games with price reductions include Darkest Dungeon II, Persona 3 Reload, Dead Island 2, and Alan Wake 2 Deluxe Edition.
Daily Video Game Deals Feb 28 – Hogwarts Legacy, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, The First Berserker: Khazan, Tormented Souls 2, Persona 5 Royal & More
Daily Video Game Deals for February 28th feature discounts on a wide range of titles across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Notable games with price reductions include Hogwarts Legacy, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, and Persona 5 Royal, among many others.
Daily Video Game Deals Feb 21 – Cronos, Life Is Strange: Double Exposure, ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Monster Hunter Wilds, Daemon X Machina Titanic Scion, DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINS & More
This article lists daily video game deals available on February 21, 2026, featuring discounts on a wide variety of titles across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Featured games include Cronos, Life Is Strange: Double Exposure, ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, and Monster Hunter Wilds, among many others.