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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 actually runs pretty smoothly with Activision's 'recommended' RTX 3060 Ti graphics card, and here are the settings I use to get the best performance from it
This guide details how to achieve smooth performance in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on an NVIDIA RTX 3060 Ti graphics card, even at 1440p. By utilizing the Balanced preset and DLSS Quality upscaling, players can expect frame rates around 90-100 FPS, with 1080p offering even higher performance. The article also touches on the importance of the 'detail quality' setting for visual fidelity.
I've tested every graphics setting in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4—tweak these four options for the best…
This guide details how to optimize graphics settings in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 for improved performance, particularly on PC. It identifies four key settings—detail quality, shadow quality, shadow filtering quality, and terrain quality—that significantly impact frame rates when adjusted. The article also discusses the benefits of using presets like Balanced or Ultra and the role of upscaling technologies.
Don't get hit with the BIOS update hammer for COD MW4 like my colleagues - here's how to ensure you can play…
To play Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on PC, players must ensure their system meets specific hardware requirements, including TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot, which may necessitate a BIOS update. The article details how to check current TPM versions and provides a step-by-step guide on updating the BIOS and reconfiguring essential settings like Secure Boot and memory profiles.
The final showdown: Motion blur vs chromatic aberration
This article discusses a reader poll to determine whether motion blur or chromatic aberration is the more disliked graphical effect in video games. It presents both options as finalists in a debate to decide which effect should be removed from games permanently.
Unscrupulous Airbnb host tries to get $1,700 out of Redditor with AI-generated pic of overflowing toilet
An Airbnb host in Australia attempted to charge a user $1,700 for a damaged toilet using an AI-generated image as evidence. The scam was ultimately unsuccessful, with the user successfully disputing the charge. The article also touches on the potential for AI to be used in fraudulent activities and includes a brief mention of the author's background.
Thanks Logitech, your new AI-fueled game clipping software makes me look trash at Counter-Strike, but I'mma keep it…
Logitech's new AI-fueled Replay software for game clipping shows promise but struggles with accurate clip selection in Counter-Strike 2. The author found the software often highlighted unimpressive moments or missed better gameplay, though manual editing is possible and performance impact was negligible on a high-end PC. The software is currently in beta and supports 44 games.
I spent an unreasonable amount of time testing whether Logitech's Superstrike analogue clicks actually make me…
An analysis of Logitech's G Pro X3 Superstrike mouse suggests that its advertised reduction in click latency may not translate to a significant practical advantage for the average player. Testing against a SteelSeries Sensei Pro using the Human Benchmark reaction test showed minimal difference in reaction times, indicating that factors like sleep and hydration have a greater impact than the mouse's actuation settings.
This MSI laptop says screw efficiency, let's max on performance
The MSI Crosshair 16 Max HX E2W gaming laptop prioritizes raw performance from its RTX 5070 and Intel processor, achieving great results in gaming and productivity benchmarks. However, this comes at the cost of poor battery life, high temperatures, and significant audio latency issues, making it a questionable value at its price point despite its excellent OLED display.
SAGE the AI joins SAGE the game: Star Atlas adds a guide for its next C4 test
Star Atlas is introducing an AI assistant named SAGE to help players navigate its upcoming C4 playtest within Star Atlas: Golden Era. This AI, also referred to as SAGE Labs, is designed to guide new players and assist with game mechanics. The C4 playtest, powered by the z.ink testnet, has been evolving with features like Combat V2 and the Nemesis Engine, with ATMTA aiming for a mainnet launch in the coming months.
Best Amazon Prime Day keyboard, mouse and controller deals - get your hands on these discounted peripherals
Amazon Prime Day, scheduled for June 23-26, features significant discounts on gaming peripherals like keyboards, mice, and controllers from various retailers. While some deals are exclusive to Prime members, many discounts are available broadly, with a free trial option for Amazon Prime.
Everything Announced at Xbox Showcase 2026
The Xbox Games Showcase 2026 featured numerous announcements, including Gears of War: E-Day, Fable, Halo: Campaign Evolved, and Persona 6. Several new games and DLCs were revealed, with many slated for 2026 and 2027 releases across PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. Microsoft also celebrated Xbox's 25th anniversary with a special edition console.
We got eyes on Ducky's sleek Year of the Horse gaming keyboard, and I can say I like it more than its last horse…
Ducky has unveiled its latest Chinese Zodiac-themed mechanical keyboard, this time celebrating the Year of the Horse. The limited edition keyboard features an elaborate design with a prominent red and gold horse motif and lacks lettering on its keycaps. While pricing is unconfirmed, last year's model retailed around $200 and was limited to 2025 units, with this year's version capped at 999 units.
The Remake of the End of the Greatest RPG of All Time Review – More than just a tribute
The Remake of the End of the Greatest RPG of All Time is a meta-game that cleverly uses the nostalgia for classic JRPGs to create a layered adventure about game development. Players unravel complex puzzles by collecting manual pages and exploring developer videos, with the game itself becoming secondary to the investigation of its underlying mysteries. It's a unique experience that explores what motivates developers and how nostalgia shapes our relationship with games.
This Corsair RAM features 'light-emitting micro-drilling technology' and looks gorgeous but it's 2026 so…
Corsair has unveiled Shugo, a limited edition DDR5 RAM kit featuring a unique 'light-emitting micro-drilling technology' and artwork created in collaboration with community artists. Priced at $600 for a 32 GB DDR5-6000 kit, it is significantly more expensive than standard offerings, with the article noting current market trends and potential future price hikes for DRAM.
This new gaming mouse looks to combine tech similar to Logitech's analogue clicks and Razer's frame sync but…
Finalmouse has announced the Starlight X, a lightweight gaming mouse designed for tactical FPS players. It features a new TMR-DS analog click system that allows for precise actuation control and rapid trigger functionality, alongside a traditional mechanical click. The mouse also incorporates 'PerfectSync' technology for sensor reading synchronization and will be available for order on May 30th for $179.
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.
A new version of one of my all-time favourite mouse shapes just launched and it could be perfect for palm and relaxed…
Pulsar has launched a new medium-sized version of its X3 CrazyLight gaming mouse, offering a slightly larger form factor than the original Mini model. The new mouse maintains the same lightweight design, advanced sensor, and optical switches, aiming to provide enhanced comfort for palm and relaxed claw grip users on PC. The article also features insights from reviewer Jacob on its ergonomic design and comparison to other popular gaming mice.
Logitech Superstrike vs Razer Viper V4 Pro: The battle for the competitive crown
This article compares the Logitech G Pro X2 Superlight and Razer Viper V4 Pro gaming mice, focusing on their suitability for competitive PC gaming. While the Logitech mouse features innovative analogue switches for faster clicks, the Razer Viper V4 Pro offers a lighter design, longer battery life, a more performant sensor, and superior build quality, making it the better all-round package for most users.
If you want to crank tons more gaming performance out of the Apple MacBook Neo, apparently a custom water cooling loop…
Tech YouTubers Jakkuh and Zip Tie Tech have successfully implemented a custom water cooling loop on an Apple MacBook Neo to significantly boost its gaming performance. Despite the laptop's low cost and non-gaming design, the modification resulted in record-breaking benchmark scores for its A18 Pro GPU, though limitations like unified memory and macOS compatibility remain.
