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The Unreal Engine is widely used in the games industry and has now been updated to version 5.4 (Image: Unreal Engine).

Unreal Engine 5.4 brings many new features for game developers

Unreal Engine 5 has been updated to version 5.4, bringing a number of improvements to the game development environment. These include revisions to animation creation and rendering, as well as performance improvements.

Alexander Pensler, 26 Apr 2024 11:59

The RTX 4090 and Core i9-powered Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 9 is already discounted by almost $1,000 (Image: Sascha Mölck)

Deal | Maxed-out Lenovo Legion Pro 7i with RTX 4090 and Core i9-14900HX marked down by $972

Lenovo has also equipped the 16-inch Legion Pro 7i Gen 9 with 32GB RAM, a high-end QHD display with 240Hz as well as a large 2TB SSD. Thanks to a big price cut, the RTX 4090 gaming laptop has now dropped to its lowest price thus f...

Enrico Frahn, 25 Apr 2024 22:17

AMD Strix Point reportedly offers 33.3% more compute Units than the Radeon 780M. (Source: AMD/edited)

Detailed Strix Halo and Strix Point specifications surface courtesy of official leaked AMD document

Zen 5 and RDNA 3.5-based AMD Strix and Strix Halo APUs are on their way with the promise of massive performance gains. Now, a leaked official AMD document has apparently detailed specifications of Strix Point and Strix Halo produc...

Fawad Murtaza, 25 Apr 2024 19:32

Bazzite 3.0 adds support for a host of gaming handhelds and introduces a number of new game-centric features. (Image source: Bazzite - edited))

Bazzite 3.0: updated gaming Linux OS polishes support for Steam Deck OLED, Legion GO, Asus ROG Ally among other handhelds

Bazzite Linux 3.0 has officially launched, bringing with it Gnome 46, KDE Plasma 6, as well as improved HDR gaming on the Steam Deck OLED and more features for more handhelds, including the Lenovo Legion Go, Asus ROG Ally, and two...

Julian van der Merwe, 25 Apr 2024 19:26

RedMagic unveils its 6th anniversary sale. (Source: RedMagic)

Deal | Get a RedMagic gaming phone/accessory bundle for up to $35 off

RedMagic is celebrating its sixth anniversary as a gaming-focused mobile device brand with a sale on its fastest and newest smartphones and accessories. The cutting-edge 9 Pro Android flagship can be ordered on its own or with one...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Apr 2024 18:04

The Miyoo A30 features Wi-Fi connectivity for multiplayer gameplay, among other uses. (Image source: Miyoo)

Miyoo Mini A30: New pocketable gaming handheld officially released for $50 in four colours

Miyoo has now officially released the Mini A30, a retro gaming handheld that was previously thought of as just the A30. The Miyoo Mini A30 retails for under $50 and rivals the Anbernic RG28XX, among other modern small gaming handh...

Alex Alderson, 25 Apr 2024 17:30

Leisure and research combined in Borderlands 3 (Image: Epic Games)

Borderlands Science: in-game puzzles better than scientific work

Some tasks are better solved as a team. 4.5 million Borderlands 3 players worldwide are a team. And they were able to decode the genetic material of bacteria and their evolution better than current computer programs.

Mario Petzold, 25 Apr 2024 17:29

Epic Games latest giveaway arrives worth nearly $40

Epic Games has delivered two new games for its weekly store giveaway. For the next week, it is possible to download INDUSTRIA and LISA: Definitive Edition for free, which typically retail for $19.99 each.

Alex Alderson, 25 Apr 2024 17:20

The MagicX XU Mini M will arrive next month in three colour options. (Image source: @forthenextlive)

New MagicX XU Mini M specifications announced for tiny retro gaming handheld with Rockchip RK3562 chipset

More specifications for the MagicX XU Mini M have been revealed online ahead of its launch to rival the Anbernic RG28XX and Miyoo A30. The MagicX XU Mini M contains a Rockchip RK3562 chipset, 1 GB of LPDDR4 RAM, a 2,600 mAh batter...

Alex Alderson, 25 Apr 2024 16:31

The Anbernic RG28XX arrives in the wake of the Miyoo A30. (Image source: Anbernic)

Anbernic RG28XX: New pocket-sized retro gaming handheld released for under $50

Anbernic is now selling the RG28XX globally, its latest interpretation of a 2.8-inch horizontal gaming handheld. Arriving for under $50, the Anbernic RG28XX should be as powerful as the larger Anbernic RG35XX H but with a more poc...

Alex Alderson, 25 Apr 2024 16:26

ProtonDB needs a clearer, more accurate rating system than its medals. (Image source: ProtonDB screenshot)

The Steam Deck and Linux gaming have a problem: ProtonDB sucks - let me explain

ProtonDB is the Linux gaming community's attempt at trying to fix Steam's lack of compatibility documentation surrounding Windows games on Linux. It is a fantastic tool for Linux gamers, but unfortunately, it only adds to the chao...

Julian van der Merwe, 25 Apr 2024 03:41

The case of the 4K-capable Aurora R15 desktop gaming PC is definitely an eyecatcher (Image: Alienware)

Deal | Alienware Aurora R15 4K gaming PC with RTX 4090, 64GB RAM and AMD Ryzen 9 7900X is $1,290 off today

The powerful desktop gaming PC from Alienware also sports a large 2TB SSD and should meet the demands of high-end 4K gamers as the Aurora R15 is powered by the RTX 4090 and one of AMD's flagship Ryzen 9 processors.

Enrico Frahn, 24 Apr 2024 20:58

The ROG Ally finally supports AFMF with iGPU driver V31.0.24027. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

ASUS releases new improvements for ROG Ally gaming handheld including AMD Fluid Motion Frames support

ASUS has announced a new set of updates for the ROG Ally. Arriving later today, the updates include provide AMD Fluid Motion Frames (AFMF) support, among other changes, which should deliver improved frame rates across the board fo...

Alex Alderson, 24 Apr 2024 20:14

According to Tom Henderson, the release of Assassin's Creed Hexe is not expected until 2026. (Source: YouTube / GameSpot)

First details on Assassin's Creed Hexe leaked: dark witch setting, magical powers and more

According to a reliable source, Assassin's Creed Hexe is set during the time of the burning of the witches and will feature a main character with magic abilities for the first time.

Marius Müller, 24 Apr 2024 20:06

Razer Blade 17 with a sleek build, i7-12800H, FHD screen, and RTX 3070 Ti drops by whopping 50% (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Deal | Sleek-looking Razer Blade 17 with capable gaming specs gets a heavy 50% discount

The Razer Blade 17 is enjoying a whopping 50% discount on Razer’s official site. While the gaming laptop is a little dated now, it still packs very capable specs. The variant that’s on sale equips Intel Core i7-12800H, Nvidia RTX ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 24 Apr 2024 20:01

The Miyoo A30 is the first of several new 2.8-inch retro gaming handhelds. (Image source: Miyoo)

Miyoo A30: New tiny retro gaming handheld released ahead of rival Anbernic and MagicX launches

The Miyoo A30 is a new retro gaming handheld with an Allwinner A33 chipset and a 2.8-inch display. Arriving before devices like the Anbernic RG28XX and the MagicX XU Mini M, the Miyoo A30 is available in four colours and two memor...

Alex Alderson, 24 Apr 2024 17:05

The Odyssey G65D appears to be a cheaper Odyssey G65B with similar specifications. (Image source: Best Buy)

New Samsung Odyssey G6 gaming monitor revealed with familiar specifications at lower price point

Best Buy has detailed the Odyssey G65D, an apparent successor to the Odyssey G65B. While the Samsung Odyssey G65D shares many specifications with its predecessor, it should arrive with a lower launch price.

Alex Alderson, 24 Apr 2024 16:15

The AYANEO Pocket S has been a long time coming. (Image source: AYANEO)

AYANEO Pocket S: Manufacturer reveals much later release than anticipated

AYANEO has outlined that the 'official launch event' for its AYANEO Pocket S gaming handheld will occur later this week. However, one of its regional social media channels has revealed that the Snapdragon G3x Gen 2-powered device ...

Alex Alderson, 23 Apr 2024 21:57

The Viper V3 Pro comes with a HyperPolling wireless dongle included in the box (Image source: Razer)

Razer releases Viper V3 Pro gaming mouse with 8,000 Hz wireless polling rate for $159.99

The Razer Viper V3 Pro features a Focus Pro Gen 2 sensor with 35,000 DPI, 3rd-gen optical mouse switches, and a HyperPolling dongle that allows for a wireless polling rate of up to 8,000 Hz.

Tudor Cibean, 23 Apr 2024 19:16

The official name is "Tales of the Shire: A Lord of the Rings Game". (Source: YouTube / Tales of the Shire)

Animal Crossing with Hobbits: New Lord of the Rings game Tales of the Shire announced, release later this year

Yesterday, a new game in Middle-earth was announced in a trailer. This time, however, it doesn't seem to be about fights with orcs, but about the peaceful everyday life of a hobbit. The developer does not have much experience in t...

Marius Müller, 23 Apr 2024 18:49

Modders have finally been able to get the Nintendo Switch to run and play GTA V (Image source: Nintendo [Edited])

Nintendo Switch finally runs GTA 5 with heavy modding

A modding group called Superstar South Studios was able to get GTA 5 running on the Nintendo Switch. While the handheld gaming console could play through the prologue chapter, it eventually crashes after a few minutes. Also, even ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 23 Apr 2024 18:49

Hisense has decided to offer two monitors under the 27G6K series. (Image source: Hisense)

Hisense debuts 27G6K and 27G6K-PRO gaming monitors with 240 Hz refresh rates

Hisense has started selling two new gaming monitors with 2.5K resolutions and 240 Hz refresh rates. Arriving hot on the heels of the 27G7K-PRO, the 27G6K and 27G6K-PRO also offer 1 ms GtG response times, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 23 Apr 2024 17:26

The next-gen gaming display will have next-gen refresh rate specs. (Source: LG)

LG previews availability expansion for next-gen 240/480Hz Dual Mode gaming monitor type

LG asserts that the display panel of the future will be able to act more like two monitors in one, as it will be able to support 2 different resolutions, each of which will have its own refresh rate. Mass production for the first-...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Apr 2024 16:45

Razer Edge – Hidden gem for gamers?

After a bit of delay, the Razer Edge has now also been put through our review process. The device managed to impress us within its intended use case, but comes with a few pitfalls that may dampen the experience in everyday use. We...

Daniel Schmidt, 23 Apr 2024 15:27

The MagicX XU Mini M will run a Linux distribution like ArkOS. (Image source: @forthenextlive)

MagicX XU Mini M: New pocket-sized retro gaming handheld revealed with dual hall effect joysticks to rival Anbernic RG28XX and Miyoo A30

The MagicX XU Mini M is another 2.8-inch gaming handheld designed to play retro games. Likely competing with the Anbernic RG28XX and Miyoo A30 when it launches globally next month, the MagicX XU Mini M will distinguish itself from...

Alex Alderson, 23 Apr 2024 14:32

The RG28XX will serve as a small alternative to the RG35XX H. (Image source: @RetroGameCorps)

Anbernic RG28XX: Launch pricing and release date revealed for new N64 and Dreamcast retro gaming handheld

Anbernic has announced launch pricing and a release date for its latest compact gaming handheld. Arriving later this week for under $50, the Anbernic RG28XX contains an Allwinner H70 chipset, 1 GB of RAM and a 2.8-inch display for...

Alex Alderson, 23 Apr 2024 14:29

AM01: Mini PC is now officially available.

AM01: Chic mini PC with two Ryzen APUs now officially available

Ayaneo is now officially offering the AM01, a mini PC with plenty of retro charm. The model was previously only available as part of a crowdfunding campaign and is currently available with two different processors.

Silvio Werner, 23 Apr 2024 01:11

The Miyoo A30 should be available in multiple colours. (Image source: @GameboyJuntaro)

Miyoo A30: Full specifications for new retro gaming handheld detailed with Nintendo 64 emulation performance shown

The Miyoo A30 is on the horizon and is set to rival the Anbernic RG28XX. According to new reports, the Miyoo A30 will utilise an Allwinner A33 chipset that will be capable of emulating up to Nintendo 64 and PlayStation games acros...

Alex Alderson, 22 Apr 2024 23:20

HP has given the OMEN 17 a fresh look but less powerful components. (Image source: HP)

HP announces new OMEN 17 gaming laptop with switch to AMD Ryzen after almost a decade of Intel

HP has equipped the OMEN 17 with Intel processors since the laptop's introduction in 2016. The OMEN 17's reliance on Intel has changed with the OMEN 17 2024 though, which arrives with an AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS APU, as well as design a...

Alex Alderson, 22 Apr 2024 20:50

The AGON PRO AG256FS is slated to arrive this summer in Europe. (Image source: AOC)

New AOC gaming monitor revealed with release, specifications and pricing detailed

AOC has provided various details about the AGON PRO AG256FS, which will be one of its fastest gaming monitors to date. To be sold alongside the AGON PRO AG246FK from this summer onwards, the AGON PRO AG256FS features a 1080p IPS p...

Alex Alderson, 22 Apr 2024 20:23

Fallout 76 has been experiencing a renaissance of late thanks to the TV show, but will people be liking it as a game, or just as "more Fallout"? (Image: Bethesda Game Studios)

Fallout proves that people don't enjoy Bethesda's games, they just enjoy its worlds

CheckMag It's undeniable that Bethesda Game Studios has been a powerhouse in the RPG genre. Its flagship franchises, including Fallout, have repeatedly proven their staying power over the years thanks to Bethesda's tried-and-true open worl...

Matthew Lee, 22 Apr 2024 18:23

The AGON PRO AG246FK is one of two fast gaming monitors that AOC is releasing this summer. (Image source: AOC)

AOC unveils AGON PRO gaming monitor with 540 Hz refresh rate for €699

AOC has showcased a new ultra-fast gaming monitor aimed at Esports players. Reaching Europe this summer, the AOC AGON PRO AG246FK will line up for €699 with a 540 Hz refresh rate like the ASUS ROG Swift Pro PG248QP and BenQ Zowie ...

Alex Alderson, 22 Apr 2024 17:19

Assassin's Creed Red is being developed by the Ubisoft development studio in Quebec, Canada, which was also responsible for Odysse and Syndicate. (Source: Ubisoft)

Assassin's Creed Red leak allegedly reveals real name

The name of the latest Assassin's Creed spin-off was recently leaked on X (formerly Twitter), allowing new conclusions to be drawn about the game. The leaker also commented on planned DLCs.

Marius Müller, 22 Apr 2024 15:01

The Lenovo Legion Go has an upgradable storage drive. (Source: Notebookcheck)

Deal | Lenovo Legion Go with Z1 Extreme and QHD+ display drops to lowest price ever on Amazon

The Lenovo Legion Go with an AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor, 16 GB of RAM, and 512 GB of storage is now enjoying a cool $70 off the $699.99 retail price. While difficult to recommend against the competition at full retail, Lenovo’...

Fawad Murtaza, 22 Apr 2024 14:53

Samsung Odyssey OLED G95SC (G9) curved gaming monitor (Source: Samsung)

Deal | 49-inch Samsung Odyssey OLED G95SC curved gaming monitor hits all-time low $1,099.99 once again

Available for less than a year and carrying a list price of $1,799.99, the 49-inch Samsung Odyssey OLED G95SC curved monitor labeled with the serial number LS49CG954SNXZA is now 39% off, so those interested can acquire it for just...

Codrut Nistor, 22 Apr 2024 14:02

New BIOS update and GPU driver for MSI Claw promises a decent performance jump (Image source: MSI)

MSI Claw BIOS update and new Intel GPU driver promise up to 43.5% performance boost

The MSI Claw might’ve just gotten the performance boost it required to catch up to its competitors. As announced by the company, with the new BIOS and GPU driver update, the Intel Meteor Lake gaming handheld can offer up to 43.5% ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Apr 2024 11:56

There is a possibility of Helldivers 2 landing on Xbox (image via Steam)

Helldivers 2 Xbox port teased by industry insider

Industry insider Shpeshal_Nick has heard that Sony isn’t averse to the idea of bringing Helldivers 2 to Xbox. However, the talks are in very early stages and the actual port is unlikely to arrive anytime soon.

Anil Ganti, 22 Apr 2024 10:01

Tencent plans to release Dungeon & Fighter soon.

Tencent shares surge thanks to blockbuster game’s early debut

Tencent's stock surged after announcing the early launch of Dungeon & Fighter Mobile in China. The game is expected to boost Tencent's gaming revenue and comes amid a potential easing of gaming regulations.

Nitisha Upadhye, 22 Apr 2024 09:04

The AnberDeck does not modify the Anbernic RG353V itself. (Image source: u/gthing)

AnberDeck: Popular Anbernic retro gaming handheld transformed into Linux terminal with DIY project

A hobbyist has transformed a popular gaming handheld into a compact Linux terminal. Built around an Anbernic RG353V, the AnberDeck also adds a Blackberry BB9900 keyboard with a USB Type-C port, among other hardware changes.

Alex Alderson, 22 Apr 2024 00:38

YouTuber makes the Sony PSP 1000 get two modern features (Image source: Macho Nacho Productions)

2004 Sony PSP breathes new life with DIY HDMI and IPS screen mods

Macho Nacho Productions modded the classic Sony PSP 1000 and made it gain two features found in modern gaming handhelds: an IPS screen and an HDMI port. While both require a fair amount of DIY skills, they did turn out to be worth...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Apr 2024 14:39

The XPS 8960 with an RTX 4090 has been discounted by 26% in a new gaming PC sale (Image: Dell)

Deal | 4K-capable Dell XPS 8960 desktop gaming PC with RTX 4090 now discounted by $800

For a steeply discounted clearance sale price of $2,250, the Dell XPS 8960 offers the flagship Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 graphics card and the fast Intel Core i7-13700 Raptor Lake processor with 16GB of upgradable memory.

Enrico Frahn, 20 Apr 2024 19:49

You can use Steam Remote Play on pretty much anything with a screen these days (Source: Steam)

5 of the best devices to use with your game streaming server including the Raspberry Pi 5

CheckMag If you have a gaming PC, it’s never been easier to stream games to any device in your house. Steam streaming is probably one of the most accessible solutions to stream games from your gaming PC, Valve even released their own hardw...

David Devey, 20 Apr 2024 19:20

Parsec, Steam and Sunshine, all have clients that will let you stream your gaming PC to pretty much anything (Source: Gamepur)

AMD Link and Nvidia GameStream have bitten the dust: Here are the 3 best solutions for streaming your gaming PC to any device

CheckMag AMD Link ended support in January and Nvidia GameStream is being actively removed from Shield devices in favour of Geforce Now. Fortunately, a number of other open and closed source solutions offer flexible and arguably better ex...

David Devey, 20 Apr 2024 19:11

You can get a refurbished 64 GB Steam Deck from Valve for just $279 (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Valve starts selling certified refurbished Steam Deck for just $279

Certified refurbished models of Valve Steam Deck are currently available for way less than their new options. For example, you can grab the 512 GB configuration of the gaming handheld for just $359, which is a generous $90 slashed...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 20 Apr 2024 18:24

As long as the games are still available in Xbox Game Pass, subscribers can buy them 20 percent cheaper thanks to Microsoft's member discount. (Source: Xbox)

6 games will be removed from the Xbox Game Pass on April 30

On April 30, Xbox Game Pass subscribers will have to say goodbye to six games. If you don't want to miss out on one of the games, you can still get it at a significantly lower price at the moment thanks to Microsoft's member disco...

Marius Müller, 20 Apr 2024 15:15

Asus ROG Strix XG27ACS gaming monitor (Source: Asus)

Deal | 27-inch Asus ROG Strix XG27ACS 180 Hz gaming monitor drops to all-time low price on Amazon

Although it has no curved panel, the 27-inch Asus ROG Strix XG27ACS packs DisplayPort, HDMI, as well as USB-C connectivity, a 1440p resolution, and a 180 Hz refresh rate, along with a fast response time of 1 ms. With a list price ...

Codrut Nistor, 19 Apr 2024 20:07

Are high-end gaming laptops worth the hype? (Source: Lenovo)

Are high-end gaming laptops worth the hype? Top 4 premium models to consider in 2024

CheckMag Gaming laptops deliver impressive performance but often come with steep price tags. For gamers looking to level up their experience, it's crucial to determine which models justify their prices. Below are the top four high-end gami...

Triet Le, 19 Apr 2024 19:01