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Introducing the owlBrick: Owlcat Games to Launch its own Gaming Console for CRPGs
Owlcat Games has announced the upcoming launch of its own gaming console, the owlBrick, designed specifically for CRPG fans. The console boasts features like native 60 FPS at 8K resolution, AutoCombat, Romance Assist, and face scan technology for character creation. Pre-orders are now open.
PS6 May Have Just 1TB SSD And No Disc Drive
Rumors suggest the PlayStation 6 could launch in Holiday 2027 with a 1TB SSD and no disc drive, potentially costing $699 with subsidies. Despite memory shortages, Sony and Microsoft are reportedly still targeting this release window, with Microsoft Gaming planning to ship dev kits in 2027. The console may feature GDDR7 RAM and advanced compression to manage game sizes.
Breaking Technology, Metaverse and Hardware News, Leaks And Guides
Stealth Optional, part of Gfinity Digital Media, provides coverage on technology, hardware, and enthusiast gaming. The publication emphasizes accuracy and up-to-date information, adhering to high editorial standards and independence.
Breaking Technology, Metaverse and Hardware News, Leaks And Guides
Stealth Optional, part of Gfinity Digital Media, provides coverage on technology, hardware, and enthusiast gaming. The publication emphasizes accuracy and up-to-date information, adhering to high editorial standards and independence.
Breaking Technology, Metaverse and Hardware News, Leaks And Guides
Stealth Optional, part of Gfinity Digital Media, provides coverage on technology, hardware, and enthusiast gaming. The publication emphasizes expert analysis and adherence to high editorial standards, ensuring unbiased content and integrity.
Breaking Technology, Metaverse and Hardware News, Leaks And Guides
Stealth Optional, part of Gfinity Digital Media, provides coverage on technology, hardware, and enthusiast gaming. The publication emphasizes accuracy and up-to-date information, adhering to high editorial standards and independence.
Breaking Technology, Metaverse and Hardware News, Leaks And Guides
Stealth Optional, part of Gfinity Digital Media, provides coverage on technology, hardware, and enthusiast gaming. The publication emphasizes accuracy and up-to-date information, adhering to high editorial standards and independence.
Breaking Technology, Metaverse and Hardware News, Leaks And Guides
Stealth Optional, part of Gfinity Digital Media, provides coverage on technology, hardware, and enthusiast gaming. The publication emphasizes accuracy and up-to-date information, adhering to high editorial standards and independence.
Breaking Technology, Metaverse and Hardware News, Leaks And Guides
Stealth Optional, part of Gfinity Digital Media, provides coverage on technology, hardware, and enthusiast gaming. The publication emphasizes accuracy and up-to-date information, adhering to high editorial standards and independence.
Breaking Technology, Metaverse and Hardware News, Leaks And Guides
Stealth Optional, part of Gfinity Digital Media, provides coverage on technology, hardware, and enthusiast gaming. The publication emphasizes expert analysis and adherence to high editorial standards, ensuring unbiased content and integrity.
PS6 Could Cut Costs with Just 1TB Storage, But Games May Have Smaller File Sizes Than Before
Speculation suggests the PlayStation 6 may launch with 1TB of storage and omit a disc drive to cut costs, similar to the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition. If implemented, neural texture compression technology could potentially reduce game file sizes, mitigating the impact of lower storage capacity.
Evercade unveils new Nexus line of retro handhelds ready for pre-order from the start of April
Blaze Entertainment has unveiled the Evercade Nexus, a new retro handheld console set to launch in October 2026 with pre-orders beginning April 1. The device features dual analog sticks, a larger 5.89-inch display, and introduces EverSync for local multiplayer. It will launch with Banjo-Kazooie and Banjo-Tooie optimized for the hardware.
You've got until Wednesday to buy a PS5 in Australia before the AU$170 price hike comes into effect - here's…
Sony announced a significant price increase for the PlayStation 5 console in Australia, with the disc model rising to AU$999.95 from AU$829.95 starting April 2. The PS5 Digital Edition, PS5 Pro, and PlayStation Portal will also see price hikes. Sony attributes the increase to global economic pressures, specifically mentioning memory and storage costs.
Hardware Reviews
This article compiles reviews for various hardware products, including the FiiO EH11 headset and the Asus ROG Strix Morph 96 Wireless keyboard. It also briefly mentions the CHERRY STREAM DESKTOP.
You can chow down on this edible thermal paste made from gold leaf and honey, and it's not as horrible for your…
A YouTuber created an edible thermal paste using gold leaf and honey, testing its performance on a CPU. While it kept temperatures within reasonable limits for a short gaming session of Counter Strike 2, it was less effective than conventional thermal paste. The experiment highlights the importance of proper thermal paste for PC builds, advising against using edible alternatives for actual system cooling.
Framework becomes a KDE Patron helping to fund open source
Hardware vendor Framework has become a KDE Patron, providing financial support to the open-source Plasma desktop environment. Framework founder Nirav Patel expressed excitement about supporting KDE's efforts, while KDE President Aleix Pol highlighted the alignment of Framework's commitment to repairability with KDE's values for a sustainable industry.
Xbox Games Showcase 2026 promises "huge" game news and a dedicated Gears of War: E-Day segment
The Xbox Games Showcase 2026 is scheduled for June 7, featuring "huge" news from first-party studios and an extended look at Gears of War: E-Day. New Xbox leadership, Asha Sharma, is expected to outline her vision for the brand, potentially including new hardware codenamed Project Helix.
ASUS Republic Of Gamers Refreshes The Zephyrus Lineup For 2026 | Console Creatures
ASUS Republic of Gamers has refreshed its Zephyrus lineup for 2026, introducing the dual-screen ROG Zephyrus Duo (2026) GX651 and updated Zephyrus G14 (GU405) and G16 (GU606) models. These new gaming laptops feature Intel Core Ultra processors, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 series GPUs, and high-resolution OLED displays, with some models supporting advanced AI workloads and DLSS 4.5. Pre-orders are now open in Canada.
Control Issues
A trucker showcased an impressive $6,000 PC driving simulator rig integrated into their truck's passenger seat. The setup features an RTX 5080 graphics card and is utilized when the driver is stuck in traffic.
Microsoft's Project Helix sounds like it could be better for gamers than the Series X but in a way that is worse…
Microsoft's Project Helix, potentially launching in late 2027 or 2028, aims to offer a PC-like gaming experience with Xbox integration at a competitive price. While it could be more appealing than the Xbox Series X due to its PC-like features and potential cost savings, the article questions if this direction is ultimately beneficial for Xbox's console presence and the broader gaming market.
