PC
Hardware, storefront and ecosystem news for PC.
Latest coverage
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort review: Wuhu Island getaway
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort improves upon its predecessor with a better selection of minigames and a compelling offline mode, returning to the tropical Wuhu Island setting. New additions like Archery and Boxing are highlights, though some sports like Power Cruising can be fatiguing. The Island Crown mode offers a strong challenge, and extensive customization options add replayability.
Final Fantasy Resonance review: Vision of greatness
Final Fantasy Resonance is a triumphant RPG that masterfully utilizes the HD-2D art style, offering a compelling narrative centered on the brotherhood between Rain and Lasswell, and Fina's self-discovery. While the story has some narrative stumbles, particularly in its final hours, the engaging turn-based combat enhanced by the Vision system and the expressive character work make it a standout experience. The game is a strong affirmation that the Final Fantasy series still excels in its 2D roots.
People who've finished Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on the new YOLO, single-life difficulty share experiences and tips for doing so
Players who have completed the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 campaign on the new YOLO difficulty, which features a single life, are sharing their experiences and strategies. This mode requires players to restart the entire campaign upon death and is unlocked after completing the game on Realism difficulty. The reward for this challenging feat is a cosmetic Calling Card.
Long Awaited PS5 Open World Game Finally Out on PS Store
BeamNG Drive, a popular open-world driving simulation game originally released on PC in 2015, is now available on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 5 for $24.99. The game features a realistic soft-body physics engine and various game modes including free roam and time trials. It is also PS5 Pro enhanced and available for cloud streaming via PS Plus Premium, though it remains in early access with no confirmed full launch date or Xbox release.
Cyberpunk 2077 Is Celebrating Edgerunners Season 2 With A Surprise Update
CD Projekt Red announced Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.5, coinciding with the second season of the Cyberpunk Edgerunners anime. The update, launching October 22 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, will introduce new items and features inspired by the anime, including cyberware customization and a new dual-wielding playstyle. Associate game director Pawel Sasko expressed excitement for the substantial content.
Scifi-skjutaren Cinder City visar upp fordon, taktiska system och spelvärld
Cinder City, a PvE shooter from Big Fire Games, showcases its vehicular and tactical systems. Set in a dilapidated Seoul, the game features motorcycles, cars, and helicopters for traversal and combat, alongside futuristic tactical gear like weapons, shields, and support robots. It is planned for PC and consoles, with no release date yet announced.
The latest game event to fall afoul of US visa rules is a live concert for horse girl racer Umamusume: Pretty Derby
An upcoming concert for the popular game Umamusume: Pretty Derby, part of its "The Stage: World Tour", has been cancelled in Los Angeles due to difficulties in obtaining necessary US visas for the performers. Developers Cygames stated they had been working for over six months to secure visas but were unsuccessful. This follows a similar incident with a performer for Wuthering Waves and highlights broader issues with international event organizers facing US visa system challenges.
CD Projekt Red confirms Cyberpunk 2077 is getting Edgerunners 2 content, with update 2.5 bringing a "new…
CD Projekt Red has announced that Cyberpunk 2077 will receive update 2.5 this week, introducing content inspired by the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners anime series. The update will feature cyberware customization and a new dual-wielding playstyle, building on the success of previous updates that transformed the game.
Review: Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered (Switch 2)
This review praises Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered for its successful modernization of the classic Musou combat, noting that KOEI TECMO has added enough polish and quality-of-life improvements to make it competitive with modern titles. The game's focus on fast-paced, satisfying combat, along with features like weapon fusion and offline co-op, makes it a highly replayable experience, especially on the Nintendo Switch.
European age-ratings body PEGI begins raising age-limit of loot box games, like EA Sports FC, to 16
The European video game age rating agency PEGI has begun increasing the age ratings of digital games featuring loot boxes to 16. This stricter approach, which started in June for newly submitted games, is now being applied to existing digital-only titles rated PEGI 3, 7, or 12. Games like EA Sports FC and Zenless Zone Zero are among those affected, signaling a shift in how loot box mechanics are perceived and rated.
Cyberpunk 2077 getting a substantial update to coincide with Edgerunners' Netflix Season 2 release
CD Projekt Red announced that Cyberpunk 2077 will receive a free update on October 22nd for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, with a Nintendo Switch 2 version to follow. This update will introduce new items and features inspired by the second season of the Netflix anime series, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners.
This sound library catalogues 100 different keyboard switches, is dangerous for my wallet, and also has… live…
Switch Lab is a new browser-based library that catalogues the sounds of 100 different keyboard switches from brands like Cherry, Gateron, and Outemu. Users can compare switch sounds through solo tests or a virtual keyboard typing test, though some features require sharing or daily logins. The library also includes typing tests and a Taiko no Tatsujin clone.
Bungie plans to share first details about surprise 'unvaulting' of Destiny 2 content soon
Bungie plans to share details about its 'unvaulting' initiative for Destiny 2 content soon, with a progress update expected by the end of October. Head of product Josh Deane stated that the studio will provide clarity on the process, challenges, and development milestones without a traditional roadmap. This initiative aims to bring back removed campaigns and other content, though not expired live seasons, and is separate from active development of the shooter-MMO.
This Steam Next Fest has over 7,000 games so far, almost double what we saw in June 2026 - and so, so many of them are…
The current Steam Next Fest features over 7,000 game demos, nearly double the amount from June, but a significant portion appears to heavily utilize AI-generated assets. This trend is raising concerns about the quality and originality of submissions, with some developers even withdrawing their games due to fears of being copied by quickly made, AI-driven titles.
Helldivers 2 is getting new anti-cheat, targeting "modifications that create unfair advantages" – but the community argues these gameplay mods are only used to target glitches the devs haven't fixed
Arrowhead Studios is implementing Easy Anti-Cheat into Helldivers 2 to combat unfair modifications, a move that has been met with community backlash. Players argue that some gameplay mods are used to fix existing glitches and improve the game experience, rather than create unfair advantages.
Control Resonant – den perfekta DLSS 4.5-försökskaninen
This article analyzes the implementation of Nvidia's latest DLSS 4.5 technologies in Remedy Entertainment's Control Resonant. The analysis details step-by-step testing of DLSS Quality, path tracing, and frame generation, showing significant improvements in FPS and reduced latency, particularly with frame generation 4X enabled.
ReVamp’s October 29 Test Will Start With Discord Invites
Digital Sun has shifted the initial playtest for its upcoming game ReVamp from Steam to a limited Discord-based access starting October 29. The studio cited concerns about game builds being copied before release, potentially due to generative AI, as the reason for delaying a wider public test, now hoped for around January. A full launch is scheduled for March 25, 2027.
Intel bringing faster upscaler to Valve's Proton - XMX accelerated XeSS could come to SteamOS in boost to future…
Intel is working to integrate its XeSS upscaling technology into Valve's Proton compatibility layer, which is crucial for running Windows games on Linux and Steam Deck. This move aims to leverage Intel's XMX cores for improved performance on Linux-based systems, potentially benefiting handheld gaming PCs and Steam Machines.
Umamusume: Pretty Derby Los Angeles concert cancelled last minute due to US visa issues, despite exploring "every possible option"
Cygames has announced the sudden cancellation of an upcoming Umamusume: Pretty Derby concert in Los Angeles due to difficulties in obtaining necessary US visas for performers. The event, scheduled for October 22nd and 23rd, has been cancelled despite the developers exploring all possible options, leading to refunds for ticket holders and significant fan frustration.
"This act is intended to demonstrate solidarity with Palestine" - Umurangi Generation studio blocks new game Penguin Colony from being sold in Israel
Origame Digital, the developer of Penguin Colony, has blocked the sale of its new game in Israel as a political statement of solidarity with Palestine. Publisher Fellow Traveller confirmed the decision, stating that developers have the right to control where their games are sold. The game itself features a post-credits scene criticizing Israel's actions.
