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A hand holds the Intel Core i9-12900KS.

Gamers are flocking to return Intel CPUs — and some are permanently damaged

A retailer has gone on the record about Intel's instability problems and claims high return rates for 13th-gen and 14th-gen CPUs.
Mauga, a large Samoan man with tattoos on his shoulders and chest, smiles in Overwatch 2.

Overwatch 2 might fix its most controversial feature

Blizzard moved from 6v6 to 5v5 when Overwatch 2 launched, but it's looking for ways to bring the old format back.
The AMD Ryzen CPU and Radeon GPU stickers on the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 2022 laptop.

AMD might miss the big upgrade for next-gen gaming laptops

A new detail about AMD's upcoming Fire Range CPUs should make upgrades easier, but it could create some issues in next-gen gaming laptops.
A ferris wheel rolls near bowling pins in Sparedevil.

I’m obsessed with Steam’s unhinged new ‘bowling shooter’

Sparedevil turns bowling into a fast and furious first-person shooter that's delightfully bizarre.
Ghost of Tsushima running on the Asus ROG Ally X.

Asus ROG Ally X review: better in every way

The ROG Ally X is a massive improvement over the original, even if its price tag is a bit hard to swallow given the competition.
A hand holding AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X.

AMD is already recalling — and delaying — its Ryzen 9000 CPUs

Following a couple of weeks of silence, AMD has confirmed it's delaying its Ryzen 9000 CPUs and recalling the initial shipment.
The ROG Ally X with the back shell removed.

How to replace the SSD in the ROG Ally X in a few minutes

You can replace the SSD inside the ROG Ally X in just a few minutes, and in this guide, we'll show you how we did it.
Intel processors next to each other.

Intel ‘disgustingly’ rejected some faulty CPU returns, YouTuber says

Intel has addressed the instability issue on its 13th-gen and 14th-gen CPUs, but a YouTuber says the problem goes deeper.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 review: the best way to waste $1,600

If you have $1,600 just lying around, the RTX 4090 is a game-changing GPU. Most people don't, which is where things get tricky for the RTX 4090.
Steam Deck held between two hands.

The best handheld gaming PCs you can buy

We've seen a surge in new handheld gaming PCs over the past year, but which should you buy? We've rounded up the best handheld gaming PCs.
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D installed in a motherboard.

AMD’s new Ryzen 9000 CPU gets beaten by an unexpected rival

AMD's 12-core Ryzen 9 9900X has been tested, and a last-gen CPU puts it to shame when it comes to games.
A patron eats a gross soup in Tavern Keeper's cinematic trailer.

If you only play one free Steam SimFest demo, make it this one

Tavern Keeper is the latest game from the developers of Game Dev Tycoon, and you should check out its free demo during Steam's SimFest.
Intel's 14900K CPU socketed in a motherboard.

Intel breaks silence on disastrous instability problem

Intel has finally narrowed down the cause of instability on 13th-gen and 14th-gen CPUs, but we still don't have a fix.
The pirates stand on the bow of a ship in Skull and Bones key art.

Skull and Bones is getting a second shot on Steam

Ubisoft's MMO Skull and Bones is hitting Steam in August, and it's a surprisingly big deal for a lot of players.
The back of a cybertruck towing something with a chain. It's in a desert with a bright blue sky.

The Cybertruck is coming to Fortnite, so let’s hope it’s better at off-roading there

Epic Games announced that Tesla's Cybertruck is coming to Fortnite this week, but is this the best collaboration for the battle royale?
Asus ROG Ally and Steam Deck sitting next to each other.

Asus ROG Ally vs. Steam Deck: here’s how they compare

Both versions of Asus' ROG Ally are here now, so how do they compare to the Steam Deck? We put all three devices head-to-head.
The back of the Nvidia RTX 4080 Super graphics card.

We have bad news about the RTX 5090

A well-known hardware leaker suggests that Nvidia's RTX 5090 won't show up this year, countering several rumors.
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How I fixed the most annoying part of PC gaming

You have to get through half a dozen launchers to access all of your games on PC, and it's the most annoying part of PC gaming. Here's how I fixed it.
A Spiritborn fights enemies in Diablo 4.

Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred’s new class turns Sanctuary into a zoo

Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred will introduce a new animal-focused Spiritborn class and we're already discovering its potential.
Cunning hares nicole, anby, billy, and nekomata in getaway car while nicole is taking selfie in Zenless Zone Zero.

Zenless Zone Zero review: HoYoverse’s latest is simple, stylish, and satisfying

Zenless Zone Zero impresses with its stylish combat, but the RPG sometimes gives its weaker parts too much screen time.
A hand holding AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X.

AMD just snatched the performance crown, even with an impaired Ryzen 9 9950X

An early sample of AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X has been tested, and it already manages to beat the Intel Core i9-14900KS.
Lenovo Legion Tower Gaming PC on a table.

Best Prime Day gaming PC deals: AMD, Intel, Nvidia savings

With all kinds of Prime Day gaming PC deals available, it's going to be tough to decide what to buy. We're here to help you out with this list of our top picks.
The Asus ROG NUC 970 sitting on a table.

Asus ROG NUC 970 review: an impossibly small PC

The Asus ROG NUC 970 is an impossibly small desktop, but looking closer at the performance reveals why it's so tiny.
Bird's eye view of Alienware M18 R2 gaming laptop on a black background.

This Alienware gaming laptop with RTX 4090 is still expensive, but also $700 off

It's a high-end gaming laptop that doesn't skimp on the high-end features, so it'll still be pricey. But this Prime Day deal from Dell lets you save $700 on it.
A Dell G16 gaming laptop on a black background.

The Dell G16 gaming laptop is $500 off in Dell Prime Day deals

If you want to upgrade to a new gaming laptop, take a look at this Prime Day deal from Dell which offers a $500 discount.
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These Razer Blade Prime Day deals really pack a punch [in gaming power]

These Razer Blade Prime Day deals are crazy. You get maximum power, a beautiful design and a portable, lightweight laptop you can use anywhere. Check it.
Some CS 2 footatge in Steam.

How to record gameplay on Steam using Game Recording

There are more places than ever to share your gameplay online, but Steam has only just let you start recording without additional software. Here's how it works.
The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D installed in a motherboard.

AMD has a new motherboard, but you should avoid it at all costs

AMD is introducing the B840 motherboard chipset, which sounds like a slightly downgraded version of B850. It cuts a major feature, however.
Someone holding the Core i9-12900KS processor.

Intel can’t stay silent for much longer

Instability issues with 13th-gen and 14th-gen CPUs still haven't been resolved, and Intel's silence on the matter can't continue.
A hand holding AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X.

I saw AMD’s Ryzen 9000 CPUs in action, but I still have one big question

I know just about everything concerning AMD's new Ryzen 9000 CPUs after seeing them in action, but I still have one lingering question.
AMD Zen 5 Tech Day.

AMD is uncharacteristically restricting its awesome new CPU feature

We learned about AMD's Curve Shaper feature recently, but after speaking with the company, it seems the feature is exclusive to Ryzen 9000 chips.
The Asus ROG Azoth Extreme among accessories.

Excellent ROG Azoth Extreme keyboard probably costs more than your graphics card

The Asus ROG Azoth Extreme wears its name proudly with one of the most premium designs I've ever seen, but its price is almost impossible to stomach.
An enemy ship fires a laser beam in Galactic Glitch.

This new PC game turns Asteroids into a retro roguelike

Galactic Glitch is a new action roguelike that's hitting early access today, and it scratches the same itch as classics like Asteroids.
A shadow jumps at a Train station in Schim.

This shadow-jumping platformer can’t quite live up to its Nintendo-like gimmick

Schim sports an inventive gameplay gimmick, but doesn't do enough to make its shadow-jumping platforming stand out.