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It's not even Prime Day yet, and I'm already finding mini PCs for gaming or work that are over 50% off
Amazon is offering early Prime Big Deal Days discounts on mini PCs, with some models seeing over 50% off. These compact computers are suitable for gaming and work, offering a space-saving and budget-friendly alternative to traditional desktop setups.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Oct. 2: Steam Autumn Sale and friends
The annual Steam Autumn Sale has begun, offering discounts on a wide range of PC games, including recent releases and older titles. Several other digital storefronts like GOG.com, Epic Games Store, and Fanatical are also hosting their own autumn sales, providing various deals and free games.
Desktop and handheld prices going out of control means PC bargain hunts lead to my old enemy: gaming laptops
The article analyzes the rising costs of PC gaming hardware, including desktop components and handheld PCs, making gaming laptops a more viable entry point. Despite their compromises, gaming laptops like the Medion Erazer Scout 15 offer a more affordable way to achieve decent 1080p performance compared to building a desktop or buying a handheld, especially with current market prices.
I played an evening of Big Walk on Steam Frame, and it felt like wearing a Steam Deck on my face
The Steam Frame, Valve's new VR headset, offers a portable PC gaming experience akin to a Steam Deck for your face. It successfully ran demanding games like Big Walk flawlessly, though battery life required plugging in after an hour. While not as powerful as high-end VR headsets or new handheld PCs, its native Steam game support and portability make it a compelling option for on-the-go gaming.
Gears Of War: E-Day Has A Clever Solution To One Of PC Gaming’s Biggest Annoyances
Gears of War: E-Day introduces Advanced Shader Delivery (ASD) on PC, a feature that significantly reduces the traditional shader compilation wait times. This technology pre-translates shader files, allowing players to jump into the game much faster, as demonstrated on the ASUS ROG Ally X. While the campaign is noted as distinctly Gears, with some criticism for its story and open areas, the innovative ASD feature is highlighted as a major improvement for PC players.
As Sony reportedly pulls back from PC ports, former PlayStation boss suggests "platform business is winning the argument" right now, and that "always" wants "something exclusive"
Former PlayStation boss Shuhei Yoshida suggests Sony is reverting to prioritizing console exclusivity for its major single-player titles, shifting away from PC ports. This apparent change in strategy, despite successful PC sales of some games, indicates a renewed focus on the platform business over broader IP reach.
Games Inbox: Is The Last Of Us Part 3 really happening?
Readers discuss the likelihood of The Last of Us Part 3 entering development, with some speculating Naughty Dog has already begun work on it. Other topics include Rockstar's reasoning for delaying Grand Theft Auto 6 on PC, the merits of awarding remasters, and the perceived homogenization of Sony's first-party titles.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 PC Specs and Features Revealed
Infinity Ward has detailed the PC version of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, highlighting features like high frame rate optimization, ultrawide resolution support, and the RICOCHET Anti-Cheat system. The game will offer advanced graphics options, HDR10+ support, and ray tracing across all modes. Recommended PC specs target 90 FPS, with detailed minimum and recommended hardware requirements provided for various resolutions and settings.
William Pugh, co-designer of The Stanley Parable, has over 1,600 hours in Dota 2: 'It's not a game made of love. It's a game fuelled by hate and a desire to conquer'
William Pugh, co-designer of The Stanley Parable, discusses his extensive PC gaming habits, including over 1,600 hours in Dota 2, which he describes as a game fueled by hate rather than love. He also expresses strong positive sentiment towards Team Fortress 2 and the recently released Big Walk, while noting his current enjoyment of the upcoming hero shooter Deadlock.
Siap-Siap Upgrade Rig! 10 Game PC Terbaru 2026 dengan Grafis Paling Memukau
This article highlights ten upcoming PC games slated for release in 2026 that are expected to feature groundbreaking graphics. It details advancements in rendering technology like full path tracing and micro-polygon rendering, and provides a comparative table of visual features and recommended hardware for titles such as Cyberpunk 2077: Orion Project, The Witcher: Polaris, and Grand Theft Auto VI.
I saw the future and it literally stinks
The Scentbar is a new PC gaming peripheral that aims to add olfactory immersion by emitting smells that correspond to on-screen actions. While the technology demonstrably works, accurately detecting and replicating scents like 'bakery' or 'gunpowder,' the author concludes it's an unnecessary and frivolous addition to PC gaming setups. Despite its questionable utility, the reviewer expresses grudging admiration for the device's functionality.
PC gaming has more than doubled in size over the last 4 years in Japan, report finds, with global Steam hits like Counter-Strike 2 and PUBG leading the charge
PC gaming revenue in Japan has more than doubled in the last four years, reaching 300 billion yen by 2025, a significant increase from 132.1 billion yen in 2021. Global hits like Counter-Strike 2 and PUBG: Battlegrounds are leading this growth, with free-to-play titles being particularly popular. While consoles from Sony and Nintendo traditionally dominate, the PC market is experiencing a substantial expansion.
"An Xbox that's only good for launching Steam is like subsidizing Valve's cash register": Ground-zero Xbox veteran says Microsoft needs to pick a lane before Project Helix hits a wall
Former Xbox veteran Jon Kimmich argues that Microsoft must choose between investing in the Xbox platform as a console-centric ecosystem or focusing solely on publishing games across multiple platforms. He criticizes the current 'play anywhere' strategy for diluting the Xbox brand and suggests that the upcoming Project Helix console needs a clear identity beyond simply launching PC games like Steam.
Logitech G just released an upgraded version of its 'revolutionary' 5-star gaming mouse — here's what makes the Pro X3 Superstrike better than its predecessor
Logitech G has released the Pro X3 Superstrike, an upgraded version of its Pro X2 Superstrike gaming mouse. Key improvements include better weight distribution based on esports pro feedback and a new chipset for enhanced power efficiency, offering over 135 hours of battery life. The new mouse also features an upgraded sensor supporting up to 48,000 DPI and comes with a slight price increase.
I love modders
The author expresses a strong appreciation for PC gaming, particularly highlighting the impact of mods and the appeal of simulation games and the inner lives of NPCs. They also mention a personal preference for creating their own narratives in RPGs over following established storylines.
After eighteen years of jaggedy bowling, a new mod bestows GTA 4 with DLSS and FSR support
A new mod for Grand Theft Auto IV, named DLSS IV, has been released, bringing support for Nvidia's DLSS and AMD's FSR upscaling technologies to the 2008 title. This mod aims to provide a modern visual upgrade to the game's graphics, improving edge clarity and reducing shimmering. The release comes as Rockstar Games updates its modding guidelines ahead of the upcoming Grand Theft Auto VI.
Microsoft's approach to age verification in Australia is further proof that Valve is taking the everloving piss
Valve's new age verification requirements in Australia, which mandate credit card details, are criticized for being ill-suited to the market and potentially malicious compliance. Microsoft's alternative approach, using account history to verify adult status, is presented as a more user-friendly alternative, despite general reservations about age verification systems.
The Steam Machine handles Control Resonant capably, but the promised Steam Deck support is a letdown
Control Resonant performs capably on a Steam Machine at 1080p with adjusted settings, achieving playable framerates. However, the game fails to run smoothly on the Steam Deck, even with optimized 'Handheld' presets and upscaling, resulting in sub-30fps performance and significant stutters, making it not recommended for Valve's handheld.
Desktops are meant to be messy
This opinion piece argues that the overly clean and curated "battlestation" setups often seen online lack authenticity. The author prefers a more lived-in, messy desk that shows signs of actual use over the influencer-driven, perfectly managed aesthetic.
PC Gaming Show Toyko Direct 2026 picks
The PC Gaming Show highlighted several upcoming titles, including the genre-mixed horror game Tenebris Somnia, the roguelike tactics game Wane, the multiplayer autobattler Piroker, and Hellcard II, a sequel to a multiplayer deckbuilder. Playtests are available for some titles.
