Corsair just announced its entrance into the leverless fightstick scene first popularized by Hit Box, the new Corsair Novablade Pro. Or to be more specific, the Corsair Novablade Pro Wireless Hall Effect Leverless Fight Controller—but we'll stick with Novablade Pro for now. The Novablade Pro is a direct competitor to the likes of Hit Box's
AMD is on a mission: replace its proprietary AGESA firmware for its Ryzen and EPYC processors with openSIL, which stands for Open-Source Silicon Initialization Library. The move to openSIL will improve security and scalability while improving customization and control for AMD's customers, including end users. However, that's not what we're
Discussion surrounding the use of AI in game development is once again at the forefront, after EA recently announced its partnership with Stability AI. Those who work in the industry at a variety of levels have chimed in on the matter, and that now includes Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take-Two Interactive, one of the biggest game publishers in
Nintendo's ongoing patent lawsuit case against Palworld developers Pocketpair has hit a surprising speedbump, though the battle is far from over. For those unaware, Nintendo is suing Pocketpair for patent infringement in Japanese court, and two of the three patents it is claiming have been violated relate to game mechanics that revolve aroundMicrosoft is rolling out a new feature in the latest Windows 11 Insider Preview build that aims to take some of the guesswork out of diagnosing system instability. The new Proactive Memory Diagnostics tool automatically detects potential memory-related issues after a crash and prompts the user to run a quick scan to find what went wrong.
As anyone who's dealt with random Blue Screens of Death knows, faulty RAM, unstable XMP/EXPO profiles, or wonky memory controllers can be notoriously tricky to pinpoint as the root cause of crashes. They often lead to subtle data corruption and unpredictable failures that are frustrating to work with.
According to the post on the Windows Insider blog (via Techpowerup), this new feature, currently live in Build 26220.6982 for Insiders in the Dev Channel, aims to simplify this process. Suppose your system experiences an unexpected bug check or restart. In that case, Windows will now display a notification upon reboot, suggesting you run a memory scan with the built-in Windows Memory Diagnostic tool.
The scan runs automatically during the following boot sequence and takes about 5 minutes on average. It's a proactive approach that could save users a lot of troubleshooting time by quickly identifying or ruling out RAM as the culprit. Note, however, that the feature has a few limitations: it's not yet available on Arm64 systems and has restrictions for specific security configurations, such as BitLocker without Secure Boot.
KitGuru says: While it's still in testing, Proactive Memory Diagnostics looks like a genuinely useful addition.
The post Windows 11 will now proactively ask you to check for RAM issues after a crash first appeared on KitGuru.Creative, the legendary name behind the original Sound Blaster that gave PCs their voice back in the 90s, is looking to revolutionise PC audio once again. The company has just announced Sound Blaster Re:Imagine, a next-generation modular audio platform launching via Kickstarter.
The Sound Blaster Re:Imagine is a high-fidelity audio interface that boasts a studio-quality 32-bit/384 kHz DAC and an amplifier capable of driving demanding headphones and speakers. However, its true innovation lies in its modularity and control capabilities. The base unit acts as a central hub, allowing users to connect multiple devices simultaneously and instantly route any input to any output with a simple tap.
The platform is designed to be physically customised using magnetically attached swappable modules. These include add-ons like smart screens, physical sliders, knobs, and shortcut buttons. Every control is fully programmable, allowing users to assign macros, control smart home devices via Matter, and even trigger software actions such as code compiles. Creative is embracing the spirit of its early Sound Blaster days by opening up the platform. Developers will have root access to the hardware, enabling the community to create and share their own custom applications for the Re:Imagine hub.
Out of the box, it will ship with some fun, AI-powered applications, including an AI DJ and reimagined versions of classic Sound Blaster software like Dr. Sbaitso and the Sound Blaster Parrot. The Kickstarter campaign is now live, and those who get the audio hub through it can get it starting at $329 ($299 units are already gone). This includes the Horizon cluster, which comprises the base unit, a smart screen module, a dual-slider module, a buttons module, and a knob module. For the stretch goal, there's the Vertex base unit, which can be purchased as an add-on.
KitGuru says: Did you own the original Sound Blaster sound card? Are you planning to get its successor?
The post Creative seeks backing for modular ‘Sound Blaster Re:Imagine’ audio hub on Kickstarter first appeared on KitGuru.KLEVV's URBANE V RGB DDR5 Gaming/OC memory has won several awards since launch, including an iF Design Award. Now, this memory is available in a new colourway, offering up a Jet Black option for those seeking to build a stealthy rig.
The URBANE V RGB Gaming/OC series is designed with both style and function in mind, featuring a 2mm-thick aluminum heatsink with curved edges and precision linear grooves that ensure durability and efficient cooling. With a low-profile height of just 42.5mm, the modules fit seamlessly into diverse builds while maintaining optimal thermal performance. A distinctive dual-beam RGB light guide delivers smooth, customisable illumination across 16 million colors, fully compatible with major motherboard lighting software.
The URBANE V RGB DDR5 delivers overclocked speeds of up to 8400 MT/s with low-latency timings and comes in dual-channel kits of up to 64GB. Built on a high-quality 10-layer PCB with on-die ECC and PMIC support, it ensures strong signal integrity and stable performance. KLEVV offers an Optimised for AMD version designed exclusively for AMD platforms, alongside a Universal edition that supports both Intel’s 15th Gen processors and AMD’s Ryzen 9000 series.
KLEVV’s URBANE V RGB memory is already available in Brilliant White. The Jet Black option will be available starting in Q4 2025.
KitGuru Says: What do you look for when deciding on new RAM? Do you go for aesthetics, low-latency or high speeds?
The post Klevv’s UBRANE V RGB DDR5 memory will soon be available in Jet Black first appeared on KitGuru.Alexey “Unwinder” Nicolaychuk is back at work on MSI Afterburner, with the first beta of version 4.6.7 arriving soon. This update brings some significant and long-requested usability improvements to the voltage/frequency (V/F) curve editor, making fine-tuning your GPU easier than ever. Moreover, it also hints at support for a mysterious new class of MSI hardware.
According to the Unwinder's Guru3D post (via Uniko's Hardware), the upcoming beta focuses heavily on refining the V/F curve editor experience. Users will now be able to zoom into the curve using the mouse wheel (from 100% to 500%) and pan across the editor by holding the right mouse button. The V/F curve nodes will now scale proportionally with the zoom level, making precise adjustments much less fiddly. Unwinder has also enhanced the curve manipulation modes, improving how linear interpolation (Ctrl + drag) and offset adjustments (Alt + drag) work with selected node ranges.
Image credit: Uniko's Hardware
Perhaps the most intriguing part of the update notes, however, is the mention that Unwinder is adding support for a “new class of MSI hardware devices”. An engineering sample is already in hand, meaning this isn't something currently on the market.
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KitGuru says: Whatever this new hardware turns out to be, the improvements coming to the V/F curve editor alone make the upcoming Afterburner 4.6.7 beta something worth checking out for overclocking enthusiasts.
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Could you use a new gaming laptop? If so, there's a great deal available on Dell's Alienware 16 Aurora kitted with the latest-generation CPU and GPU hardware from Intel and NVIDIA, respectively. Or you could wait for the inevitable Black Friday and Cyber Monday discounts to come into view, but why wait when you can score a bargain right now?
If
Astronomers from the International Centre of Radio Astronomy Research (ICRAR), primarily based at Curtin University in Australia, have released the most detailed low-frequency radio image of the Milky Way's galactic plane ever assembled. Rather than the starry, luminous band we're more familiar with, the latest images show a vibrant tapestry
With streaming content being watched on bigger displays than ever before, Google wants to ensure that older, lower-resolution videos (think 480p and 720p) don't look janky on your fancy new 4K TV. YouTube is rolling out a suite of creator tools to address that and chief among them is the use of AI to breathe new life into its vast archive
If your router isn't using artificial intelligence in some capacity, is it really a router? The answer is yes, but be that as it may, ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) isn't leaving anything to chance with its new flagship Wi-Fi 7 model for gamers, the Rapture GT-BE19000AI. Billed as the "world's first AI gaming router," the device sports a built-in
NVIDIA can add to its long list of accomplishments becoming the first publicly traded company to reach and surpass a $5 trillion market cap as it rides the AI chip boom to new heights. Equally impressive, the sky high valuation comes just a few months after NVIDIA breached the $4 trillion mark, surpassing Apple's previous record of $3.915
NEXON and the development team behind The First Descendant unveiled major details for the upcoming Season 3 Episode 2 update during a livestream on Wednesday night. Launching next week, the update introduces a new Descendant named Harris, a new Dungeon, Ultimate Weapons, Trigger and Ancestors Modules, and a long-awaited Trading System.
The main story continues as Alpha, captured by Karel in the previous chapter, is now under interrogation. Players will head into the Axion Plains to mount a rescue mission. To mark the update, a seasonal event will run from November 6th to December 4th, offering rewards such as Ecive, chest attachments, and materials for Ancestors Modules. A separate login event from November 6th to December 18th will grant items including Serena’s Cleaning Service Set.
The Supermassive Receptor Dungeon, accessible through the Albion Terminal, World Map, or Axion beacons, debuts in Hard difficulty. It serves as the farming ground for Harris and the new ultimate weapon Hive Master. Cosmetic additions include a Bayonetta collaboration, featuring a full-body skin, themed weapon skins, makeup, and special effects.
Harris, the new Descendant, wields twin mechanical arms and a toxin-based passive skill that alters her abilities. Her active skills include dashing charges, aerial slams, damage zones, and ranged beams.
This update also brings a highly-requested feature to The First Descendant – player trading. Soon, players will be able to exchange Trigger Modules and Ancestors Modules, although the amount you can trade scales with your Master Rank, so those at the end of the grind will be capable of trading more frequently.
KitGuru Says: Are you still playing The First Descendant? Are you looking forward to the next major update?
The post The First Descendant gets massive seasonal content update next week first appeared on KitGuru.Today, Sapphire officially launches its new EDGE AI line-up of compact mini PCs. Powered by AMD Ryzen AI 300 series processors, these systems combine highly-efficient multi-core CPUs with up to 96GB of DDR5 memory and up to three M.2 SSDs, delivering up to 50 TOPS of AI performance in an ultra-small form factor.
There will be three Sapphire Edge AI systems – the Edge AI 340 ships with a Ryzen AI 5 340 processor, while the Edge AI 350 ships with a Ryzen AI 7 350 CPU. At the top of the pile is the Edge AI 370, which ships with AMD's top of the line Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor. As a reminder, here are the specs for each of those CPUs:
| Model | Core / Threads | Boost Freq (up to) | Base Freq | Total Cache | Graphics Model | NPU (Up to) | |
| AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | 12 / 24 | 5.1 GHz | 2.0 GHz | 36MB | AMD Radeon 890M | 50 TOPS | |
| AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 | 8 / 16 | 5.0 GHz | 2.0 GHz | 24MB | AMD Radeon 860M | 50 TOPS | |
| AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 | 6 / 12 | 4.8 GHz | 2.0 GHz | 22MB | AMD Radeon 840M | 50 TOPS |
Each of the three Sapphire Edge AI systems ships with support for up to three M.2 SSDs and dual-channel DDR5 SO-DIMM support, so they can be packed with up to 96GB of DDR5 memory. Other features include built-in WiFi/Bluetooth, two HDMI 2.1 ports, two USB Type-C ports, four more USB Type-A ports (two on the front, two in the rear), an ethernet port and an audio jack.
These systems support both Windows and Linux operating systems, making them suitable for a wide variety of educational and business environments. You can learn more about the Sapphire Edge AI systems HERE.
KitGuru Says: Would you like to see more mini-PCs packing laptop CPUs like the Sapphire Edge AI?
The post Sapphire launches Edge AI mini PCs powered by AMD Ryzen AI CPUs first appeared on KitGuru.CORSAIR has officially unveiled its first controller designed specifically for fighting games, the Novablade Pro Wireless Hall Effect Leverless Controller. Built with the company’s new MGX Hyperdrive magnetic switches, the device introduces features aimed at delivering faster, more precise inputs for competitive players.
The Novablade Pro features 15 adjustable magnetic keys with actuation points ranging from 0.1mm to 4mm, allowing players to fine-tune responsiveness to their preference. Rapid Trigger technology resets keys instantly, shaving fractions of a second off every input, while the switches are rated for up to 150 million presses to ensure long-term durability.
CORSAIR’s FlashTap SOCD system provides tournament-compliant directional input handling, and a dedicated Game Mode disables non-essential functions to prevent accidental disqualification during competition.
Designed with portability in mind, the Novablade Pro uses a compact all-button layout and includes tri-mode connectivity, offering wired USB-C, low-latency 2.4GHz wireless, and Bluetooth options. Customisation is another focus, with a 360° RGB LightEdge, individually lit keys, and a removable aluminum top plate. Players can also program eight G-keys and store up to five profiles directly on the controller. Compatibility extends across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC, making it versatile for both console and PC fighting game communities.
The Novablade Pro is available now through the CORSAIR Webstore and will roll out soon to authorised retailers worldwide. Pricing is set at €349.99 in the EU.
KitGuru Says: It is an expensive controller for sure, but it may also be the nicest looking Fight controller that I've seen.
The post Corsair launches its first fighting game controller – the Novablade Pro Wireless first appeared on KitGuru.AMD has released its latest Adrenalin Edition graphics driver, bringing new optimisations for Radeon graphics card users in games like Battlefield 6 and Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2.
In terms of specific enhancements, the driver brings full support and optimisations for Battlefield 6 (DX12) and Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 (DX12). Both titles now benefit from tuning designed to improve frame rates, reduce stutter, and enhance overall stability. The update also expands Vulkan API support with a range of new extensions, giving developers more flexibility to push visual fidelity and efficiency.
Another major addition is the introduction of Work Graphs support on Radeon RX 9000 series GPUs. This new graphics API feature allows supported hardware to dynamically schedule and process its own workloads, reducing reliance on CPU synchronisation. The end result should be lower latency, simplified workload management, and improved efficiency.
The update also resolves several issues, including crashes in The Last of Us Part II on RX 7900 GPUs, corruption in GTFO, and stuttering in VR titles at 80Hz and 90Hz refresh rates. Stability improvements have been delivered for NBA 2K26, Baldur’s Gate 3, and Serious Sam 4, while shadow corruption in VTOL VR has also been addressed.
However, AMD has noted a number of known issues that remain. These include intermittent crashes or driver timeouts in Cyberpunk 2077 when Path Tracing is enabled, stability problems in Battlefield 6 on Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processors, and crashes in Roblox Player when task-switching on RX 7000 GPUs. Texture flickering may also appear in Battlefield 6 when using AMD Record and Stream, and the Radeon Anti-Lag 2 option may not be available in Counter-Strike 2 (DX11) on some RX 9070 XT cards. AMD is looking to address these issues in future updates.
You can download the latest AMD Software Adrenalin Edition graphics drivers, HERE.
KitGuru Says: Have you downloaded the latest drivers?
The post AMD rolls out new Radeon graphics drivers optimised for Battlefield 6 first appeared on KitGuru.GeForce Now has another big week in store for gamers, with nine more titles joining the library, including brand new releases like The Outer Worlds 2, ARC Raiders and more.
Obsidian's latest RPG, The Outer Worlds 2, launched last week for Premium Edition buyers, but unlocked yesterday for the standard edition. As the game was already loaded on GeForce Now servers, you should already be able to stream the game.
ARC Raiders, the big new extraction shooter from the same team behind PvP hit ‘The Finals', also drops this week with day-one support for GeForce Now. For a limited time, if you sign up for a 12-month GeForce Now Ultimate membership, you will get a free copy of the game.
The full list of new games joining the GeForce Now library this week includes:
KitGuru Says: What do you think of this week's round of GeForce Now titles?
The post Nine more games join GeForce Now this week first appeared on KitGuru.Nvidia is celebrating 25 years of GeForce at the GeForce Gamer Festival in South Korea this week. As part of the event, the next batch of DLSS-supported games were announced and on top of that, KRAFTON and NCSoft made appearances to showcase new games.
Krafton took to the stage to show off PUBG Ally, a new AI-powered co-op partner for the Battle Royale game utilising Nvidia ACE technology. The PUBG Ally will be available as part of a limited-time user test in 2026 for PUBG: Battlegrounds Arcade. The information gathered here will help developers work out how to improve AI using on-device Small Language Models.
For NCSoft's side, attendees were given hands-on time with two upcoming games, AION 2 and CINDER CITY. AION 2 is a next-gen MMO planned to launch in Korea and Taiwan in November, with plans for a global launch later in the year. Meanwhile, Cinder City is an open-world tactical shooter, planned for release in 2026.
Aside from all of that, there are four games launching with DLSS technology this week, ARC Raiders, the new extraction shooter, will launch with day-one support for DLSS 4. Battlefield REDSEC, the free-to-play spin-off and home of Battlefield's Battle Royale mode, also launched this week with DLSS 4 baked in.
Duet Night Abyss is launching worldwide this week, with day-one support for DLSS 4, and finally, Directive 8020 will launch in early 2026 packed with RTX technologies, including Path Tracing, DLSS 4 and DLSS Ray Reconstruction.
KitGuru Says: It will be interesting to see how well the PUBG Ally performs when it becomes available for public testing. Will it be easy to tell the bots from the real players? Or will they blend in well enough to present a threat?
The post Nvidia showcases PUBG Ally, Cinder City and new DLSS 4 titles first appeared on KitGuru.Netac's NV150HK is the first Gen 5 drive to join the company's large range of SSDs. Designed for gaming and content creation use, it offers sequential speeds of up to 14,000MB/s and 13,000MB/s for reads and writes, respectively.
The NV150HK range consists of three models: 1TB, 2TB (the drive we are reviewing) and a flagship 4TB drive. The drive uses a combination of a Silicon Motion controller and 232-layer 3D TLC NAND.
Netac quotes sequential read performance figures for the range of up to 13,000MB/s for the 1TB drive and up to 14,000MB/s for the 2TB and 4TB models. Sequential write performance is quoted as up to 8,000MB/s for the 1TB model and up to 13,000MB/s for the 2TB and 4TB models.
4K random performance for the NV150HK is listed as up to 1.6M IOPS / 1.8M IOPS for random reads/writes for the 1TB model, while the 2TB and 4TB models get ratings of up to 2M IOPS for reads and up to 1.8M IOPS for writes.
The 2TB drive has an endurance rating of 1,200 TBW. The 1TB model gets 600TB, and the 4TB drive, 2,400TBW.
Netac backs the drive with a 5-year limited warranty.
Physical Specifications:
Firmware Version: Y0428T.
The post Netac NV150HK 2TB SSD Review first appeared on KitGuru.Capcom’s modern Resident Evil Remake initiative has been going extremely well for the publisher, with all 3 releases surpassing their originals while landing in the top 10 best-sellers list for Capcom. That said, Resident Evil 2 Remake in particular has far and beyond proven itself – currently sitting as the 3rd best-selling game in Capcom history with over 16 million copies sold.
As part of Capcom’s latest earnings report, the developer/publisher shared updated sales stats for many of its games. While the company has seen a notable drop off in sales for Monster Hunter Wilds, many of its older releases continue to perform admirably.
Thanks to an additional 932,000 sales during the first half of 2025, the much-loved Resident Evil 2 Remake has now officially sold over 16.3 million copies – sitting comfortably as the 3rd best-selling Capcom game of all time.
While we will have to wait for the publisher to update their Platinum Titles list (i.e. games which have sold over 1 million copies) for full confirmation, it appears as though Resident Evil 7 Biohazard has managed to surpass Monster Hunter World: Iceborne for the 4th spot – selling 15.93 million units.
Though the past generation or so has seen Monster Hunter blow up wildly in popularity, it appears as though the Resident Evil franchise remains the publisher's most consistent cash cow.
KitGuru says: What do you think of the RE Remakes? Which has been your favourite? Is Monster Hunter or Resident Evil Capcom’s biggest franchise? Let us know down below.
The post Resident Evil continues to be Capcom’s biggest franchise first appeared on KitGuru.Embark Studios made a name for themselves thanks to their polished, fun and unique free-to-play multiplayer FPS The Finals. Ahead of the official launch for the team’s highly-anticipated extraction shooter – Arc Raiders – the studio’s CEO has confirmed that “steady growth” has now made The Finals profitable.
In an interview conducted by TheGameBusiness, Embark Studios CEO Patrick Soderlund spoke on the past, present and future of the company.
In discussing the current state of The Finals, Soderlund confirmed that “The last 6 months of The Finals has seen steady growth…..the game is profitable.”
Of course, while we did not get any official figures, it is encouraging to know that the free-to-play title should remain stable in the wake of Arc Raiders’ upcoming launch later today.
Speaking of the future, beyond Arc Raiders the team at Embark are said to be working on two additional mystery projects, with Soderlund teasing them as follows:
“We have 2 projects in development….one of the concepts has a little more edge to it than the Finals or Arc Raiders…..the other is a little more conventional.”
With the continued success of The Finals, and the strong early impressions for Arc Raiders, it appears as though Embark Studios are ‘embarking’ on a winning streak. It will be interesting to see how post-launch support for Arc Raiders goes, and what exactly these other two projects are.
KitGuru says: What do you think of Soderlund’s statement? Will you be hopping into Arc Raiders today? What do you suppose the CEO means by “more edge”? Let us know down below.
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