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I want to love the new Asus ROG Zephyrus G16, but the price is downright painful
The 2026 Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 is a powerful and beautifully designed gaming laptop with a stunning OLED display and improved thermals. However, its prohibitively high price, especially compared to competitors like the Razer Blade 16, makes it difficult to recommend despite its strong performance and portability.
The new Razer Blade 16 is still a phenomenal gaming laptop, but it's a real shame about the price
The Razer Blade 16 (2026) remains a highly desirable gaming laptop with a premium design and excellent OLED display, powered by a new Intel Core Ultra 9 386H processor and Nvidia RTX 5090 GPU. However, a significant price increase to $4,900/£4,800 makes it a tougher sell, especially as some competitors offer better performance for less money, despite the Blade 16's strong portability and refined user experience.
First AMD RX 9050 8 GB review suggests RTX 3060-like performance but with some strange spec discrepancies
An early review of AMD's RX 9050 graphics card suggests performance comparable to an Nvidia RTX 3060, but with concerning spec discrepancies, particularly regarding Render Output Units (ROPs). The card, priced at $279, reportedly falls behind the Nvidia RTX 5050 in most benchmarks, though it shows promise in specific scenarios with FSR enabled. Further testing from multiple outlets is needed to confirm its real-world performance and value.
The reason why the MacBook Air doesn't need a fan
The MacBook Air does not require a fan due to the efficient performance of Apple Silicon, which manages heat effectively without active cooling. This design choice contributes to the device's quiet operation and sustained performance.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse runs at 30fps on Nintendo Switch
Konami has confirmed that Castlevania: Belmont's Curse will run at 30 frames per second on the Nintendo Switch. This is a reduction from the 60fps performance expected on other platforms. The article also briefly mentions a potential Nintendo Switch 2 version.
Don't Play Halo: Campaign Evolved on Steam Deck or Xbox Ally
Halo: Campaign Evolved exhibits poor performance and image quality on handheld devices like the Steam Deck and ASUS ROG Ally, falling short of the older Halo: The Master Chief Collection. Players seeking a handheld Halo experience are advised to stick with the Master Chief Collection for better results.
Logicalbeat handled Xenoblade Chronicles DE on Nintendo Switch 2
Developer Logicalbeat, known for the Baten Kaitos remaster, assisted with the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition. This enhanced version features 4K visuals and a 60fps framerate, though some players have noted flaws.
It looks like someone has managed to get Grand Theft Auto 5 running on an original Switch, and now I'm wondering…
A fan has reportedly managed to port Grand Theft Auto 5 to the original Nintendo Switch, though performance is poor, reaching a maximum of 22FPS. This has sparked speculation about what Grand Theft Auto 6 might look like on the more powerful Nintendo Switch 2, despite current-gen console performance expectations suggesting a challenging port.
Lanseringstrailern för Halo: Campaign Evolved är här
The launch trailer for Halo: Campaign Evolved has been released, showcasing the polished campaign, split-screen and online co-op, and a third-person mode. While the Premium edition allows early access, some players experienced issues with upgrade purchases, which have since been resolved. Initial reviews are mixed, with Opencritic giving it an 83, but Steam reviews are only 67% positive due to performance and technical problems.
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 får upp till 4K och 60 fps
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2, featuring Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker, will launch on August 27. Konami has revealed that Metal Gear Solid 4 will run at 4K and 60 fps on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, while Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker will also support 4K and 60 fps on these platforms.
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 reveals Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch frame rate, resolution
Konami has detailed the performance and resolution specifications for Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 across various platforms, including the Nintendo Switch and a rumored Nintendo Switch 2. The collection will feature different frame rates and resolutions depending on the platform and whether it's in handheld or docked mode.
RTX 5080 gaming laptop deals have finally started returning to their previous sale prices, and my top rig is leading the…
Deals on gaming laptops featuring the RTX 5080 graphics card are starting to reappear, with HP offering its Omen Max 16 model at a significantly reduced price of $2,299.99. This high-end laptop, praised for its performance and design, is now more accessible despite ongoing component shortages affecting newer models.
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 Offers Up to 4K and 60 FPS on Xbox Series X, PS5 and PC
Konami has detailed the performance specifications for Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2, confirming that PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC versions will support up to 4K resolution at a variable 60 FPS. Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker will also feature an optional High Resolution Mode. The release date for Peace Walker's enhanced cutscenes has yet to be finalized.
The new MSI Claw nails almost everything I could want from a handheld gaming PC
The MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ CG3EM is praised for its stellar gaming performance, excellent battery life, and comfortable design, powered by Intel's Arc G3 Extreme silicon. However, its prohibitively high price of $1,800 makes it a difficult recommendation for most consumers, positioning it as a luxury item rather than a practical handheld gaming PC.
The RedMagic Astra 2 is undeniably powerful, but it might need some help to stick the landing
The RedMagic Astra 2 gaming tablet offers a powerful performance boost with its Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip and improved liquid cooling, building on its predecessor's strengths. However, concerns about thermal throttling during intensive use, a similar design, and an inflated price tag make it a less compelling purchase compared to previous models, especially given the limited competition in the compact OLED gaming tablet market.
The Razer Blade 18 steps up to some of the most powerful gaming laptops I've tested and nearly steals the win
The 2026 Razer Blade 18 offers powerful performance comparable to top-tier gaming laptops, featuring an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus CPU and up to an RTX 5090 GPU. While its slimline design, dual-mode 4K display, and impressive battery life are notable, its high price and incremental CPU update make it a difficult recommendation, especially compared to the older model or competitors like the MSI Raider A18 HX.
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Will Probably Look Best On The Console That Costs The Most
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is expected to offer enhanced visual experiences on the PlayStation 5 Pro, leveraging features like PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) for improved graphics and potentially higher framerates. While the PS5 Pro offers the best visual output, its $900 MSRP makes it the most expensive console of the current generation. The game is set to launch on October 23rd, with more details to be revealed at Fanatics Fest.
Evening Consolidation
Dragon's Dogma 2's performance on the upcoming Nintendo Switch successor is reportedly exceeding expectations, according to a producer. Separately, a piece on Xbox Wire discusses how 'Space Dragons' builds transformative gameplay into a retro style.
Dragon’s Dogma 2 is “Exceeding our Expectations” on Switch 2, Says Producer, Runs at 30 FPS Minimum
Dragon's Dogma 2 producer Naoto Oyama stated that the game is exceeding expectations on the Nintendo Switch 2, with the RE engine proving to be a good fit. The game is expected to maintain a minimum of 30 frames per second on the platform, with efforts being made to improve performance on consoles, including the Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The expansion, Dark Arisen, will launch alongside the base game on Nintendo Switch 2 on October 9th.
Dragon's Dogma 2 devs on the big fast travel U-turn, and wanting to "win back the trust" of RPG fans with the Dark Arisen DLC
Dragon's Dogma 2 producers Naoto Oyama and Kenta Kinoshita discuss upcoming updates and the Dark Arisen DLC, aiming to regain player trust after a rocky launch. Recent patches have addressed performance issues and removed microtransactions for fast travel and character editing, with further improvements planned for August. The developers are focused on balancing the game's hardcore nature with modern quality-of-life features, ensuring the expansion enhances rather than compromises the original experience.
