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Palworld screenshot showing characters fighting a floating eyeball with sharp teeth

Steam Summer Sale and a hyper-popular indie game collab boost Pokemon's controversial rival to 6-month high

Palworld's Terraria collaboration, along with a sizeable Steam Sale, has resulted in a massive spike in the game's concurrent player count, bringing it back up to a six-month player high. The new update added a wealth of content, ...

Julian van der Merwe, 03 Jul 2025 06:00

The XF35H is Game Console's attempt to capture some of the success of the Anbernic RG35XX H. (Image source: Game Console)

Game Console XF35H: New budget retro gaming handheld released to undercut Anbernic RG35XX H

The Anbernic RG35XX H remains a popular option for retro gamers. In response, Game Console has started selling the XF35H with broadly the same features as Anbernic's 3.5-inch gaming handheld but at a significantly cheaper price.

Alex Alderson, 02 Jul 2025 20:04

Keychron K4 HE, Epomaker Galaxy100, NuPhy Kick75, Wobkey Rainy75 mechanical keyboards from above

Wireless mechanical keyboard bargains: 5 hidden gems to replace your clapped-out Razer or Logitech gaming keyboard

CheckMag Avoid the rattly stabilisers, scratchy switches, and clunky bloatware that come with gaming keyboards from giants like Razer, Logitech, and Corsair with these five excellent wireless mechanical keyboards that pack everything from ...

Julian van der Merwe, 28 Jun 2025 22:15

Revenge of the Savage Planet steam screenshot with explorer jumping off a mushroom between purple trees

Deal | Highly rated upbeat, satirical action adventure platformer drops to $14.99 in Steam Summer Sale despite launching mere weeks ago

Revenge of the Savage Planet, a wacky co-op 3D platformer game with split-screen co-op and very positive Steam reviews has received its first ever Steam Sale discount a mere two months after launch, and the discount has slashed a ...

Julian van der Merwe, 28 Jun 2025 20:55

Star Wars Battlefront II screenshot showing Yoda and Darth Maul

Deal | 90% off Steam deal: Iconic Star Wars FPS with chaotic multiplayer and 92% positive reviews drops to record-low price

Star Wars Battlefront II has something for every Star Wars fan, from lightsabre battles and ground assaults to space skirmishes in X-Wing fighters and tactical multiplayer gameplay. Take command of the Sith lord Vader, fight as Lu...

Julian van der Merwe, 20 Jun 2025 21:15

The MagicX Zero 40 in its two launch colours. (Image source: MagicX)

MagicX confirms release date delay for Nintendo DS centric gaming handheld

The MagicX Zero 40 is one of the more unusual gaming handhelds announced lately. Unfortunately, its launch this week has not gone ahead as planned. Instead, MagicX has now outlined the details behind the delay and when its Nintend...

Alex Alderson, 19 Jun 2025 21:18

Keychron M3 Mini 8K and M2 8K gaming mouses

Keychron launches two new lightweight wireless gaming mouses with 8 kHz polling and 30,000 DPI

Keychron has officially launched the M2 8K and the M3 Mini 8K, both featuring the venerable PixArt 3950 sensor, 8 kHz wireless polling, and lightweight designs. Both new gaming mice are available online for just $69.99.

Julian van der Merwe, 19 Jun 2025 20:51

TrimUI's CNC housing adds $10 to the Brick's typical retail price. (Image source: TrimUI)

TrimUI Brick Hammer: Refresh of popular pocket-sized gaming handheld released with premium CNC metal shells

The TrimUI Brick has received another refresh. Called the TrimUI Brick Hammer, the refresh adds a CNC-machined metal housing that should improve heat dissipation while also providing a more premium feel.

Alex Alderson, 19 Jun 2025 16:59

Keychron C1 Pro 8K and C3 Pro 8K mechanical keyboards

Keychron launches two $55 mechanical gaming keyboards with classic retro or gaming looks and Snap Tap

Keychron has officially announced twin affordable mechanical gaming keyboards, offering 8 kHz polling, Snap Tap, and a choice between a charming retro aesthetic and an RGB-laden gamer-fest. Both keyboards also support QMK and Keyc...

Julian van der Merwe, 18 Jun 2025 19:21

Aska screenshot with mystical enemies in a dark forest

Deal | Steam deal: Open-world Viking co-op colony sim that blends Age of Empires and Valheim drops to record-low price

Aska is a highly rated Viking colony sim that leans harder on its base-building, colony simulation, and automation mechanics than the ever-popular Valheim. Instead of building being an optional activity as in Valheim, Aska demands...

Julian van der Merwe, 18 Jun 2025 00:09

Nioh 2 screenshot with flaming magical bird and female fighter in the foreground

Deal | Award-winning co-op ARPG Steam deal: Brutal Souls-like combat in feudal Japan gets lowest-ever price

Nioh 2, an action RPG that won the "Best Game You Sucked At" Steam award in its launch year, has hit it's lowest-ever price on Steam. Fight through hordes of yokai by harnessing their power as your own. Nioh 2 gets a lot of high p...

Julian van der Merwe, 16 Jun 2025 23:40

The InfinityBook Pro 14 Gen 10 is a compact laptop with AMD Ryzen CPUs (Image source: Tuxedo)

InfinityBook Pro 14: New ultrabook comes with up to 128GB DDR5 and AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370

Tuxedo has released a new and compact laptop. Since the manufacturer uses the term ultrabook, the notebook should offer decent performance. The InfinityBook Pro 14 is equipped with AMD Ryzen AI 300 processors and can be configured...

Silvio Werner, 13 Jun 2025 22:53

Dont Starve Together characters fighting monsters with a pillar of light in the centre of the scene

Deal | $5.09 Steam deal: Eerie indie co-op survival hit with 300,000+ positive reviews heavily discounted

Don't Starve Together is discounted to just $5.09 on Steam, after a sizeable discount slashed the price. The co-op survival game pits players against the wilderness, themselves, and each other and tasks them with exploring, crafti...

Julian van der Merwe, 13 Jun 2025 20:15

Lofree Flow 2: New wireless low-profile mechanical keyboard packs touch bar, new keycaps, and improved customisation with VIA

The Lofree Flow 2 packs a host of upgrades, from redesigned keycaps with a "more ergonomic profile," to improved customisation with VIA, and now a more compact 65% version for those who value desk space. It features the same all-a...

Julian van der Merwe, 13 Jun 2025 00:05

The Steam Deck came a long way in two years from its Engineering Sample 34 prototype. (Image source: Bringus Studios)

Rare Steam Deck prototype revealed in new video with a third the power of an Asus ROG Ally

Two YouTubers have teamed up to provide insights into the Steam Deck prototype that sold earlier this year on eBay. Dubbed Engineering Prototype 34, the device is older than originally thought and appears to run a modified version...

Alex Alderson, 11 Jun 2025 16:11

NuPhy Air75 V3 launches as wireless low-profile mechanical keyboard with long-travel switches, 1,200-hour battery, and gasket mount

The NuPhy Air75 V3 is officially available to pre-order, and the wireless, low-profile mechanical keyboard packs some interesting new features, including redesigned long-travel switches, a proper gasket mount, and immense battery ...

Julian van der Merwe, 10 Jun 2025 23:09

The Flint 3 runs a customised version of OpenWRT and comes with Tailscale, Wireguard and Adguard built in (Image Source: Gl-iNet)

Flint 3, OpenWRT WiFi 7 router with five 2.5 Gb network ports, Tailscale and Wireguard available for pre-order at an unbelievable price

With multiple 2.5 Gb Ethernet ports, Wi-Fi 7 and software that includes Docker, Tailscale, Wireguard and Adblock, the GL-iNet Flint 3 will give even the best routers a run for their money at a significantly reduced price.

David Devey, 10 Jun 2025 16:04

The RG35XX Pro effectively serves as a superior alternative to the existing BatleXP G350. (Image source: Anbernic)

RG35XX Pro: Anbernic releases new retro gaming handheld with budget launch pricing

The RG35XX Pro is now available to order after several teasers. Available for less than $50 at launch, the RG35XX Pro costs much less than recent Anbernic gaming handhelds while adding two joysticks to the tried and tested RG35XX ...

Alex Alderson, 10 Jun 2025 14:07

NEXX: Linux smartphone. (Image source: Liberux)

Liberux NEXX: Linux smartphone with kill switches, extensive connectivity and 32 GB RAM

The Liberux NEXX is a unique smartphone that prioritizes privacy, longevity and versatility. This is reflected in the kill switches, the 32 GB of RAM and the option of expanding storage up to 2 TB, and its desktop-capable features...

Silvio Werner, 07 Jun 2025 23:09

The RG35XX Pro is a somewhat curious release among Anbernic’s 2025 strategy. (Image source: Anbernic)

RG35XX Pro: Anbernic shares updated details about new budget gaming handheld on eve of release

The release of the RG35XX Pro is almost upon us. With pre-orders set to open next week, Anbernic has teed up fans with a new 10-minute that unboxes the new 3.5-inch gaming handheld ahead of time.

Alex Alderson, 07 Jun 2025 22:36

The NEXX is quite a beast, but freedom comes with a significant cost (Image Source: Liberux)

This flagship priced smartphone free from Android or iOS seems destined for failure despite noble intentions

CheckMag Full-fledged Linux on smartphones is far from mainstream, but there are plenty of options from Volla, Fairphone, or installing it on an older device. Asking customers to throw down on an Indiegogo campaign at a price that exceeds ...

David Devey, 04 Jun 2025 16:29

Cubic Odyssey screenshot with space cruiser against a gas cloud

Ambitious new open-world survivalcraft game with free Steam demo is like space Minecraft with intergalactic pirates

Cubic Odyssey launched on Steam in mid-May as a new co-op 3D survivalcraft game that blends Minecraft with a space colony sim, FPS gunplay, and a Star Wars-like land speeders. There is currently a free Steam demo to try Cubic Odys...

Julian van der Merwe, 04 Jun 2025 01:34

The version 0.9.0 is now available to download. Pictured: ROG Ally X running the PS4 emulator. (Image source: Sony, Asus, and ShadPS4 - edited)

ShadPS4: PS4 emulator receives a major update

The PlayStation 4 emulator for Windows and other desktop OS, ShadPS4, has been updated to the version 0.9.0. While the PS4 emulation tool is still not stable, the new update brings a major improvement in terms of game compatibilit...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 03 Jun 2025 20:20

The Powkiddy V90S can now be picked up on AliExpress rather than just on Powkiddy's retail platform. (Image source: Powkiddy)

Powkiddy V90S: New pocketable gaming handheld receives full release after pre-sale period

The V90S is Powkiddy's counter to recent clamshell retro gaming handhelds from Anbernic and Miyoo. With the V90S' pre-sale period now coming to an end, Powkiddy has decided to bring the device to AliExpress for those who prefer to...

Alex Alderson, 31 May 2025 12:53

The RG35XX Pro is essentially an RG35XX Plus with joysticks. (Image source: Anbernic)

RG35XX Pro: Anbernic reveals specs for new pocketable gaming handheld ahead of global release

Anbernic has now revealed hardware specifications for the RG35XX Pro, which does not seem that 'Pro' on the face of things. Effectively, a RG35XX Plus rework, the RG35XX Pro adds a pair of joysticks while missing out on key upgrad...

Alex Alderson, 30 May 2025 16:03

Anbernic has teased the RG35XX Pro in three colours so far. (Image source: Anbernic)

RG35XX Pro: New Anbernic retro gaming handheld rears its head with release on the horizon

Anbernic has revealed early details about the RG35XX Pro, shortly after releasing the RG34XX SP and RG557 globally. Showcased in three colours, the RG35XX Pro is the spitting image of the BatleXP G350 that landed at the start of t...

Alex Alderson, 26 May 2025 15:33

Mortal Sin hack and slash roguelike screenshot

Deal | Brutal skills-based Doom-like hack-n-slash roguelike with highly stylised visuals and Overwhelmingly Positive Steam reviews hits record-low price in new deal

Mortal Sin is a first-person hack-n-slash roguelike with a strong emphasis on skills-based melee combat with a bit of spectacle fighter DNA added to the mix. Players carve through endless hordes of monsters in this heavily stylise...

Julian van der Merwe, 23 May 2025 23:52

Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time screenshot

New Steam co-op open-world RPG that blends cosy gaming, monster hunting, and city builder mechanics attracts nearly 50,000 players in under 3 days after launch

Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time is "slow-life RPG" that drops players into a fantasy world. After that, the world is your oyster, with plenty of activities to engage in, from fishing and farming to monster hunting, questi...

Julian van der Merwe, 23 May 2025 21:51

The HackberryPi_CM5 builds on last year's model with more powerful internals. (Image source: ZitaoTech)

HackberryPi_CM5: New Raspberry Pi project transforms popular SBC into Cyberdeck and retro handheld

The HackberryPi_CM5 is a new project builds on the older HackberryPi that debuted last year. Replacing the Raspberry Pi Zero 2W with the more powerful Compute Module 5, the HackberryPi_CM5 creates a portable Linux computer thanks ...

Alex Alderson, 23 May 2025 18:06

Even the Windows version of the Legion Go S can officially run SteamOS with the rollout of v3.7.8. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Valve releases major new SteamOS update with Asus ROG Ally, Lenovo Legion Go and Legion Go S support

Valve has finally released SteamOS 3.7 to its stable software branch. Available as SteamOS 3.7.8, the new update adds official support for the Lenovo Legion Go S while also offering integration across the Legion Go and the Asus RO...

Alex Alderson, 23 May 2025 15:28

Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10.0 now available with next-gen security capabilities (Image source: Generated using DALL·E 3))

Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10.0 now available with next-gen security features

Earlier this week, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10.0 was released, sporting a Linux 6.12 LTS core, Wayland instead of X11, AI-driven admin tools, enhanced security features, microarchitecture optimizations, and various other changes. ...

Codrut Nistor, 22 May 2025 16:30

The Planet Crafter open world survival craft game screenshot with purple plants and buildings

Deal | Open world co-op terraforming survival craft game with "Overwhelmingly Positive" reviews hits record-low price in Steam deal

The Planet Crafter is an open world survival craft game that tasks players with terraforming distant alien worlds, gathering resources, and even seeding life across the galaxy. As part of a new Steam deal, The Planet Crafter is di...

Julian van der Merwe, 21 May 2025 21:13

Valheim character talking to a witch tree

Deal | Genre-defining Steam open-world survival craft game with 30,000-strong player base gets solid 50% off in new deal

Valheim, a massively popular open-world survival game, has reached a record-low price, with a Humble Bundle deal cutting the price of the sandbox game by a massive 50%. The survival-craft game still attracts over 30,000 players a ...

Julian van der Merwe, 19 May 2025 23:53

The Powkiddy V90S is the latest in a bumper line of recent clamshell gaming handheld releases. (Image source: Powkiddy - edited)

Powkiddy V90S: Pre-orders open at under $40 for new budget retro gaming handheld

A new challenger has entered the clamshell gaming handheld space. Arriving barely any time after the launch of the Anbernic RG34XX SP, the Powkiddy V90S undercuts its peers on price while still delivering comparable performance an...

Alex Alderson, 19 May 2025 16:49

Of Life and Land colony city builder screenshot settlement

Deal | Cosy Steam medieval colony builder lets you build in harmony with nature or dominate it — free demo and 40% launch discount

Of Life and Land is a newly released base- and city-building game on Steam, featuring familiar resource management, trading, and economic mechanics but with a realistically sinister twist. As you grow and develop your city, the wo...

Julian van der Merwe, 17 May 2025 21:31

Anbernic does not sell the RG34XX SP in any translucent finishes for now, unlike the RG35XX SP. (Image source: Anbernic)

Anbernic RG34XX SP: Pocket-friendly Nintendo Game Boy Advance SP lookalike impresses in early reviews after global release

Anbernic has finally released a clamshell version of the RG34XX. Available initially for under $60, the RG34XX SP has fared well in early reviews, not least because of its design that gets much closer to the original Game Boy Adva...

Alex Alderson, 16 May 2025 16:48

Nobara 42: SteamOS alternative updated with better driver manager, custom app store, and new Linux kernel

Nobara Linux 42 packs a handful of interesting upgrades over the previous version of the gaming-centric Linux distribution, including an in-house Flatpak app store, a new default browser, and improved software and driver managemen...

Julian van der Merwe, 15 May 2025 06:02

The Serval WS Linux laptop is primarily aimed at engineers, developers, gamers and scientists. (Image source: System76)

System76: Linux laptop Serval WS refreshed with Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU

System76, which specialises in Linux devices, is relaunching its Serval WS high-end laptop with an Nvidia RTX 5070 Ti GPU. The Linux notebook is also getting a better 16-inch display and an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU.

Alexander Pensler, 14 May 2025 11:50

Temtem game screenshots 70 percent off steam sale

Deal | Steam sale: MMO creature collector with Pokemon vibes, quaint modern aesthetics, and Steam Deck support gets price cut

Temtem, an online co-op creature collector action-adventure game from Humble Games, has been substantially discounted in the Steam Creature Collector Fest. Battle and collect wild monsters across seven islands, fight other tamers ...

Julian van der Merwe, 14 May 2025 07:20

The Powkiddy V90S should be available in at least two colour options. (Image source: Taki Udon)

Powkiddy V90S revealed to challenge Anbernic and Miyoo in clamshell retro gaming handheld space with Allwinner A133P chipset

More details about the long-awaited successor to the Powkiddy V90 have emerged before the device's impending release. Possibly launching before the summer or even later this month, the Powkiddy V90S looks to challenge the Anbernic...

Alex Alderson, 13 May 2025 21:55

A missile barrage in a large-scale battle in Beyond All Reason (Image source: Beyond All Reason)

Open-source RTS Beyond All Reason showcases large-scale engine update as player interest climbs

Beyond All Reason is redefining large-scale RTS with its open-source Recoil engine, capable of supporting 100-player matches and 10,000-unit battles. With a Steam launch and multilingual localisation underway, it is setting new st...

Louise Burke, 13 May 2025 05:40

Anbernic will offer the RG34XX SP in four colour options, none of which with translucent finishes. (Image source: Anbernic)

RG34XX SP: Anbernic confirms key specifications for new Miyoo Flip rival

Anbernic has revealed new details about the RG34XX SP on its way to being released. Surprisingly, Anbernic has aimed its sights at Miyoo and the Miyoo Flip in its latest teaser video too.

Alex Alderson, 08 May 2025 14:30

Latest SteamOS Beta update adds ROG Ally and Legion Go support, new AMD CPU control and new KDE 6.2.5 UI and GPU drivers

The latest SteamOS Beta 3.7.5 officially improves support for third-party gaming handhelds, specifically the Asus ROG Ally and Lenovo Legion Go, implements an updated KDE 6.2.5 desktop mode, and improves support for a number of di...

Julian van der Merwe, 07 May 2025 04:58

The RG34XX SP is Anebrnic's second gaming handheld release of the year after the RG557. (Image source: Anbernic)

Anbernic RG34XX SP: New Game Boy Advance SP lookalike now official with joysticks and 3x GBA integer scaling

Anbernic has lifted the lid on the RG34XX SP, its second retro gaming handheld release of the year. Sporting a design even closer to the classic Game Boy Advance SP, the Anbernic RG34XX SP also has twin joysticks to rival the game...

Alex Alderson, 06 May 2025 14:43

SteamOS Arm support may signal imminent arrival of Deckard headset

Valve adds experimental Arm support to SteamOS in latest Runtime update — Deckard may launch soon

A recent SteamOS code commit indicates that Valve is in fact testing Arm support for SteamOS. The implications of this are far-reaching and suggest that users of Windows on Arm laptops may soon be able to game on Linux, but it mig...

Julian van der Merwe, 03 May 2025 07:56

OpenBSD 7.7 now available with multiple improvements (Image source: OpenBSD)

OpenBSD 7.7 improves hibernation support and brings new userland features

The security-focused OpenBSD operating system has just reached the 58th release. Thanks to it, this open-source piece of code now sports new userland features, more accurate documentation, better hibernation support, as well as pe...

Codrut Nistor, 29 Apr 2025 16:33

Anbernic is now expected to showcase a new chipset after the release of the RG34XX SP, RG35XX SP pictured. (Image source: Anbernic)

Anbernic RG34XX SP: New leaks reveal specifications for pocketable Game Boy Advance SP lookalike

New leaks have provided fresh insights into the state of the Anbernic RG34XX SP. Apparently arriving hot on the heels of the RG557, the RG34XX SP may not pack the performance boost over the RG35XX SP that many had hoped for.

Alex Alderson, 25 Apr 2025 18:54

Manjaro keyboard shortcuts (Image Source: Antony Muchiri)

These Manjaro KDE keyboard shortcuts may help give your productivity a boost

CheckMag As a tech journalist and cybersecurity analyst running Manjaro KDE, these keyboard shortcuts have greatly transformed my workflow. From instant window switching to formatting-free pasting, these tricks save me hours every week—and...

Antony Muchiri, 22 Apr 2025 06:21

Anbernic RG35XXSP retro gaming console (Image source: Anbernic)

Anbernic halts retro gaming console shipments to US in response to rising tariffs

Anbernic retro gaming consoles are a cost-effective way to experience classic Nintendo and PlayStation titles. Some customers are facing imminent stock shortages after severe new tariffs. The Chinese Anbernic will no longer ship i...

Adam Corsetti, 22 Apr 2025 01:28

Stripping away almost everything that makes this Surface a Microsoft product, leaves a surprisingly capable tablet (Image Source: Notebookcheck)

If you like the ROG Flow or iPad's form factor, the Surface Go is still a compelling purchase in 2025

CheckMag The market for ultra-portables that bridge the gap between a decent desktop and media consumption has dwindled to almost nothing. A space now dominated by iPads and Android tablets with terrible multitasking, file management and m...

David Devey, 20 Apr 2025 22:07