As someone who knows for a fact that Sid Meier's Civilization series peaked in Civ IV, it is interesting to see Ars Technica suggest that with a bit of work Civilization…

In the bad old days there were a slew of USB network adapters, and as a rule they were awful.  You might luck out and find one that wasn't an absolute klutz…

While the Steam Early Access program has been a huge success for many titles, from small indie hits to large AAA games like Baldur's Gate 3, there are plenty of bad actors who have also taken advantage of the program. Steam Early Access has had a problem with abandoned projects since it first launched. Now, Valve is finally looking to tackle this issue head-on. 

Moving forward, Early Access titles on the Steam Store will display a warning, letting buyers know when a game has potentially been abandoned by clearly showing how many months have passed since a game's last update.

As an example, the publisher behind ARK: Survival Evolved, Snail Games, signed on to be the publisher for another massively popular early access MMO, Atlas. The game launched back in 2018 and sold quite well at the time. However, the game has not been updated in over 20 months. As a result, the Atlas page on Steam now states that “the last update made by the developers was over 20 months ago. The information and timeline described by the developers may no longer be up to date”.

Grav, another Early Access title released in 2015 that aimed to cash in on the No Man's Sky hype around that same time period, now has a warning stating that the game has not been updated in a whopping seven years, despite still being sold on the store.

This will hopefully discourage bad actors from abandoning projects, or at the very least, encourage them to remove games from sale on the Steam Store once abandoned, as new customers heading to the page will be immediately warned of a game's abandoned status.

KitGuru Says: It is about time Valve started to do something about the number of abandoned projects in Early Access. My next question is, should Valve allow abandoned early access games to carry a price tag? I feel there is a way to support small solo projects, without allowing blatant cash grabs to remain to gather profit. Perhaps after a two year cut-off without a news update, those games should simply be delisted? 

Rainbow Six Siege has had a good run over the past decade, but it seems Ubisoft is now keen on a reset. According to a new report, Ubisoft is planning to reveal Rainbow Six Siege 2 later this month. 

As reported by TGP, Rainbow Six Siege 2 is apparently set to be announced at the Six Invitational 2025 tournament, scheduled to take place between February 14th and 16th.

The game is said to be in development under the codename ‘Siege X' and could release as early as this Summer. The game will not repeat old events from the first game, instead focusing on new ones, although we'll no doubt see some fan-favourite events return eventually, assuming the sequel is a success.

It is a risky time to be launching sequels to live-service shooters. The transition from Overwatch 1 to Overwatch 2 was fraught with backlash from fans, and even Valve saw some pushback for its shutdown of CS:GO in the transition to Counter-Strike 2. With that said, Rainbow Six Siege has been around since 2015 and at this point, the roster of agents is so large that it can be a hinderance for getting new players on board. A fresh reset in the form of a sequel is a good way to get around that.

KitGuru Says: Would you like to see Rainbow Six Siege 2? Or do you think Ubisoft should stick with the original game in its current form? 

Ever since Final Fantasy 7 Remake was announced as a PS4 exclusive, there have been doubts around the future of mainline Final Fantasy games on Xbox. Final Fantasy 16 also skipped Xbox consoles at launch last year. We've heard rumours about both titles finally heading to Xbox over the past year, and it looks like an announcement is just around the corner. 

According to NateTheHate, someone who regularly shares leaks and rumours on social media, Final Fantasy 16 is going to release on Xbox in the first half of 2025. More specifically, it is scheduled for ‘Spring', which would place the launch anywhere between late March and late June.

As for Final Fantasy 7 Remake, that game is expected to land on Xbox in the second half of 2025, followed by Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth in 2026.

Both Final Fantasy 16 and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth were deemed as underwhelming sales-wise, in part thanks to the titles being exclusive to the PS5 at launch. Due to these lower-than-expected sales numbers, Square Enix has promised to reinvigorate its relationship with Microsoft and the Xbox team, and is focused on more multiplatform releases moving forward.

KitGuru Says: We can only hope that the third instalment in the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy is in the works for multiple platforms on day-one, particularly for PC. 

It has been a while since Konami first announced Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater. The remade classic is due to land on PlayStation, Xbox and PC later this year. Now, thanks to an early update to the PS Store, we know exactly when we'll be able to play it. 

The PlayStation Store has been updated with an August 28th release date for the game. The listing also came with a release date trailer, which is now being shared online:

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater launches August 28th and features the Snake vs Monkey mode from the original.

Watch the release date trailer here: pic.twitter.com/VJht2VLtzl

— Callum Hurley (@MultiCallum) February 6, 2025

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is Konami's remake of Metal Gear Solid 3, offering the same gripping story as the original, but with modern graphics and audio technologies to improve the stealth-action experience.

Aside from the main campaign, players will have a fun additional mode to try – Snake vs Monkey, a mode in which players will take control of Snake as he runs around levels capturing escaped apes. It might not be anything major, but could be a fun little addition for fans.

KitGuru Says: Will you be picking up the MGS 3 remake later this year? 

The launch of AMD's RDNA 4 graphics cards appears imminent. A month after sparking interest with a weird announcement at CES and following confirmation of a March release window, AMD CEO Dr. Lisa Su narrowed that down to “early March” during the recent Q4 2024 earnings call. Su stated that these cards will be available for purchase, not just pre-order, suggesting a full product launch by then. 

This news somewhat corroborates the recent rumours of a dedicated AMD press briefing for the Radeon RX 9070 series in late February, a plan that now seems to be confirmed by Su's statement. Adding further credence to the timeline, Uniko's Hardware (via VideoCardz), citing a source, claims to have pinpointed the launch date to March 6th, echoing Su's “early March” timeframe.

It's worth recalling that the launch was initially slated for January 23rd but was pushed back. While AMD remains officially silent on the matter, the fact that many reviewers have already received RX 9070 cards for testing and reports of retail availability suggests that preparations are well underway. This additional six-week lead time could translate to healthier stock levels for the Radeon RX 9070 series GPUs, addressing a common concern with previous Radeon launches. Finally, it's important to note Su's specific mention of the 9070 series, suggesting that the initial launch won't likely include any other GPUs.

Meanwhile, Nvidia remains tight-lipped about its RTX 5070 series, the Radeon RX 9070's competitor. While previous reports point to a February 20th release for the RTX 5070 Ti, with the 5070 following later, no firm date for the latter has been officially announced. Unlike AMD, however, Nvidia has already revealed pricing for its upcoming cards, with the 5070 Ti expected to cost $749 and the 5070 to go for $549.

KitGuru says: Are you planning on upgrading your GPU soon? Will you wait for the AMD Radeon RX 9070 to be released before deciding which GPU to get?

Nvidia has updated its DLSS/RTX guidelines for game developers to help them integrate the recently launched DLSS 4 and Reflex 2 technologies into their titles. These revised standards mandate that developers ensure full support for all user-activated features within their game interfaces. Still, the most interesting part is that the guidelines state that Reflex Low Latency technology doesn't support other frame generation technologies except DLSS.

Reflex 2 uses Reflex Low Latency and the new Frame Warp, with the latter being exclusive to the RTX 50 series and thus only supported in the more recent drivers. On the other hand, Reflex Low Latency enjoys broad compatibility, extending back to Nvidia's Maxwell architecture and starting with the GeForce 455+ drivers.

Nvidia promotes Reflex technology alongside DLSS Frame Generation and DLSS Upscaling to minimise system latency by synchronising game rendering tasks. However, the latest developer guidelines (via Reddit) state that Reflex Low Latency is incompatible with other frame generation techniques, such as AMD's FSR.

While developers haven't typically provided an in-game toggle to enable Reflex when using alternative frame generation methods, workarounds exist through third-party tools like RivaTuner. However, based on what Nvidia says, forcing Nvidia Reflex via this third-party software while playing games using frame generation technologies other than DLSS may not give you any advantage.

KitGuru says: Do you force-enable Reflex using third-party tools? Have you ever noticed a difference when gaming with Reflex turned on via third-party software?

Boulies has recently launched its latest chair: the Master Rex. Building upon the success of the Master Chair, the Master Rex aims to deliver ergonomic support and comfort for work, rest, and play. Key improvements include an integrated leg rest and a more robust “Enhanced Stable Tilt Mechanism” for superior stability and longevity.

Whether you're grinding through a workday, immersed in a gaming session, or simply unwinding, the Master Rex offers a comfortable sitting experience. Its customisable features and clean, modern aesthetics allow it to integrate seamlessly into any home or office environment. The integrated leg rest provides pressure-free reclining, while the adjustable lumbar support promotes proper posture.

The Master Rex offers user users a smooth recline and rocking motion. The backrest adjusts from 95° to 165°, allowing users to find the ideal angle for any activity. The durable tilt mechanism facilitates a 15° rocking range, which can be locked into position for added stability.

The Master Rex features a rounded-edge cushion for optimal ergonomics. These rounded corners conform to the body's natural curves, promoting good posture and reducing pressure on the hips and thighs. The larger seating surface provides ample space to find the perfect sitting position. The 4D armrests, constructed from aluminium, have been redesigned to be firmer, smoother, and more durable. Their softer surfaces offer excellent elbow comfort and support, while height, depth, width, and angle adjustability allow complete customisation.

The Master Rex is available in Ultraflex PU leather (black and brown) and water-repellent fabric (dark grey, light grey, and green). Boulies' refined Ultraflex PU leather combines durability and comfort with a soft feel thanks to its microfibre suede backing. The W/R fabric option has also been upgraded for increased durability and softness. This carefully chosen material is comfortable and breathable, and a specialised coating repels spills and prevents absorption.

Finally, the Master Rex features XL PU casters for hardwood floors and an upgraded aluminium base for enhanced stability. A class-4 gas lift ensures safe and reliable height adjustment. The chair is available from the Boulies website for £329.99 (including a £80 savings campaign).

KitGuru says: Of all Master Rex chair variants, which one do you prefer?

A couple weeks ago, Capcom announced that they would be releasing a standalone PC benchmark tool for the much-anticipated and upcoming Monster Hunter Wilds. As part of the latest Capcom Spotlight showcase, the publisher has now released the tool on Steam.

Available now through the Monster Hunter Wilds store page on Steam, all those planning to get the game when it releases at the end of the month can test out their rigs to see how the upcoming title performs, prior to spending any money unnecessarily.

Even if you took part in the first open beta test, you might want to give this new benchmark tool a go as it should more accurately reflect how Wilds will perform at launch due to being based on a newer build.

With the first open beta for Monster Hunter Wilds seeing almost half a million concurrent players on Steam alone, it’s safe to say that millions of fans are eagerly anticipating the game, and so knowing ahead of time whether it will run smoothly or not is welcome to see.

KitGuru says: Did you take part in the first beta? How was the game performing for you? Let us know down below.

Over the past year, Valve has introduced a ton of new quality of life improvements to its Steam platform, including but not limited to the revamped Family library sharing; game recording; increased transparency and more. In trying to further these efforts, the platform has now introduced a new system warning those wanting to buy Early Access games if the title has been left dormant.

As noted by SteamDB via Bluesky, Early Access games on Steam now feature a new system which highlights on the store page if the title has not been updated in a significant amount of time, with it writing:

“The last update made by the developers was over [X] months ago. The information and timeline described by the developers here may no longer be up to date.”

Alongside this, Valve includes any statements made by the developer regarding the lack of updates – assuming they’ve commented on the matter.

With Steam being one of the primary platforms which helped push the notion of Early Access into the mainstream, it is good to see Valve actively working to ensure such systems include as many protections for consumers as possible.

KitGuru says: What do you think of this new system? Is it welcome to see? Should such a warning have been in place already? Let us know down below.

7 years after the release of the first game, Warhorse Studios have officially returned with the launch of its much-anticipated sequel Kingdom Come Deliverance II. With nearly 200k concurrent players on Steam, the game is clearly a success. That said, we now have more concrete proof, with the team announcing that KCDII sold over 1 million copies in just 24 hours.

Making the announcement on Twitter, the official Warhorse Studios unveiled this milestone, writing “Over a million of you have stepped into our world. We're beyond grateful for your support – thank you for making #KCD2 a triumph!”

As mentioned, the first game launched all the way back in 2018 and while it did reach cult-hit status, its popularity only continued to further increase over the years – with the initial announcement of its sequel helping to push the game past 8 million copies.

Given the long-term success of the first game – and the current rapid success of its sequel – it’s safe to say that Kingdom Come Deliverance II has been worth the wait.

With two wins under their belt now, it will be interesting to see what Warhorse Studios does next.

KitGuru says: Are you one of the 1 million players? How does it compare to the first game so far? How long will Kingdom Come Deliverance II take to hit 5 million sales? Let us know your thoughts down below.

Last month, following years of leaks, rumours and speculation, Nintendo finally officially announced and unveiled the Switch 2. That said, the presentation was brief and focused solely on the physical attributes of the new hardware – with the company promising a more in-depth look later down the line. Finally, the company has confirmed that we will be getting out first proper deep-dive Direct on the Switch 2 in early April.

Making the announcement on Twitter, the official Nintendo UK page wrote the following “Join us on April 2nd at 14:00 (UK time) for #NintendoDirect: Nintendo Switch 2 – 02.04.2025, where we will share a closer look at #NintendoSwitch2.”

While we did not receive any further details, given the nature of the first showcase this upcoming Direct is likely to focus more on practical uses of the new hardware features, as well as the upcoming software launch line-up for the system.

During the first trailer, we did get a brief look at the next Mario Kart title alongside confirmation that it will support up to 24 players per race.

Beyond this however, we do not know what to expect – and given the history of Nintendo’s console reveals, who knows what they plan to show. We won’t have to wait too long to find out.

KitGuru says: Are you excited for the Nintendo Direct? What games do you think they’ll show off? What will be the ‘one more thing’ for the showcase? Let us know your thoughts down below.

Today we take a look at one of the freshest power supplies to ship from FSP, their new Mega TI 1650W. This fully modular power supply has achieved Titanium certification, adopts high quality Japanese capacitors and ships with a full 10 year warranty. Is the new platform any good? Today we aim to find out.

FSP are one of the few brands, like Seasonic, who create their own designs and they are in effect an OEM for many companies, including the likes of ASRock. FSP designs in recent years have improved over some of their earlier units we tested and I have high hopes today that this Mega Ti will perform well. With a name like ‘MEGA' we would certainly hope so anyway …

For those interested, FSP has also released a 1350 W version of this flagship unit.

Features:

• Efficiency ≧ 94% @ typical load
• 80 PLUS® titanium certified
• Supports 2 x native PCIe 12V-2×6 connectors and cables
• 105°C Japanese bulk capacitor
• Eco semi-fanless fan control switch
• Off-Wet, Off-Dust and Off-Stain conformal coating
• Top-notch topology of full-bridge & LLC converter and synchronous rectifier & DC-DC converters
• Fully modular cabling design
• Complete protections: OCP, OVP, SCP, OPP, UVP, OTP

KitGuru recently gave an update about the fixes Intel has put in place for its troubled family of Core Ultra 200S CPUs. After a fair amount of testing we delivered a video that clearly struck a chord with our audience so we went away and did even more testing. And now, finally, months after the original launch, we are ready to review the Core Ultra 9 285K, Core Ultra 7 265K and Core Ultra 5 245K.

You can read our original report on the launch of Core Ultra 200S HERE

and our report after three months of updates is HERE

Time stamps
00:00 Intro
01:10 Architectural recap/pricing
07:01 Retesting and hardware
10:33 Cinebench 2024 Multi Core
11:41 Cinebench 2024 Single Core
12:33 Geekbench 6 Multi Core
13:02 Geekbench 6 Single Core
13:34 CPU power consumption
14:22 7-ZIP V24 Benchmark
15:12 AIDA64 Memory Bandwidth
16:01 Memory latency
16:46 3DMark TimeSpy
17:28 Far Cry 6
18:13 Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora
18:55 Assassins Creed Mirage
19:20 Total War Pharaoh
20:08 Cyberpunk 2077
20:53 Leo’s considers the platform

The Lian Li Digital Expo returns for 2025. If you are in the market for a new case, and you are looking to go with one of Lian Li's many aesthetically pleasing options, then the digital expo is a great way to preview some new and upcoming hardware.

Some of the highlights from the digital expo include new looks at the Lancool 217 and 207 Digital cases, the Lancool 4, the O11D Mini V2 and new AIO coolers and rotatable power supplies.

​The LANCOOL 217 stands out thanks to its wood accents and comes with five pre-installed fans. This includes two 170mm front fans, two 120mm GPU cooling fans with reversed blades positioned over the PSU shroud, and a 140mm fan located at the back. Its dual PSU mounting options provide added flexibility for cable management. On the other side of the coin we have the Lancool 207 Digital, which is the same case we saw back in October, but ships with an additional 6-inch LCD screen for an extra touch of customisation in your build.

The Lancool 4 is the latest chassis to join the line-up, offering a modular design with interchangeable panels that you can swap out based on the needs of your build. The motherboard is adjustable, the PSU chamber is movable and the case supports a whopping 12 fans for cooling, allowing you to accommodate both air-cooling and liquid-cooling setups.

​The O11D MINI V2 has a redesigned, space-efficient dual chamber that supports ATX motherboards, making it a great option for a compact but high-end PC build. Aside from ATX motherboard support, this case also supports Back Connect motherboards, where the power connectors have been moved to the backside of the board to keep cables out of sight without sacrificing any functionality. The GPU cooling has been improved with a bottom fan bracket angled at 10 degrees. Moreover, the O11D MINI V2 can now fit ATX-size PSUs due to a protruding mesh filter window on the right panel.

Moving on from cases, Lian Li also has some interesting power supplies on the market today. That includes the new RS Series PSU, which features a power port that can rotate towards the side of the PSU. This allows you to install the power supply in a rotated position for enhanced cable management and access without the need for extension cables.

On the cooling side, Lian Li is showcasing the new Hydroshift II LCD AIO cooler. Equipped with a slimmer 360mm radiator, a 60Hz LCD screen on the pump block and ARGB lighting, the AIO certainly looks the part for a high-end build.

To kit out your rig further, you may want to invest in some UNI Fans. The new UNI FAN SL-Infinity Wireless has a redesigned 4-wire receiver that ensures seamless motherboard fan speed control, enabling compatibility with PWM functionality and L-Connect’s MB RPM SYNC mode. The SL-INF Wireless receiver is also backward compatible with SL and TL Wireless models.

The Lian Li 2025 Digital Expo will be live from the 7th of February on the Lian Li YouTube channel, so if you are currently shopping around for new parts for a build or upgrade, be sure to tune in for a closer look at Lian Li's best products.

KitGuru Says: Lian Li makes some of the most aesthetically pleasing cases around. Are any of you thinking about picking up a Lian Li case, cooler or power supply this year?

Since its initial reveal in January, AMD's Radeon RX 9070 series has been shrouded in uncertainty. While board partners showcased their custom designs at CES 2025, AMD remained tight-lipped about the release date, leaving attendees and enthusiasts scratching their heads. Subsequent, somewhat cryptic social media posts from an AMD official hinted at a March launch, promising a dedicated event to unveil the new cards properly. However, nothing has been made official yet.

Now, whispers from the industry suggest that the RX 9070 series could be upon us sooner than expected. According to Benchlife (via @harukaze5719), AMD is aiming for an announcement before the end of this month. Interestingly, the Chinese website points to a press conference rather than a full-blown launch event. While AMD hasn't held a formal announcement event, the details of the new cards, including their names, did appear in their CES press kit, blurring the lines somewhat.

Although the report mentions the date for the event, it doesn't say anything regarding the actual release. However, the latest reports point to late March, so it could take about a month after the announcement to see the first Radeon RX 9070 series GPUs hitting the shelves.

While the usual suspects like stock levels and software optimisation might have been part of the reason for the delay of these cards, Nvidia has also undoubtedly played a significant role here. With the GeForce RTX 5070 series also expected to launch in the latter half of February, AMD is likely playing a waiting game, carefully assessing the market response to Nvidia's offerings before finalising its pricing strategy.

KitGuru says: Do you have high hopes for the AMD Radeon RX 9070 series graphics cards?

In recent years, high refresh rate gaming monitors have dropped in price quite dramatically. While we used to have to spend north of £300 for a 144Hz monitor, nowadays, new-generation Fast IPS panels can be found for under £200. This week, AOC is launching its most wallet-friendly gaming monitors yet in the G42 series. 

The new G42 series is perfect for those getting into PC gaming for the first time. Each of the new models offer Fast IPS panel technology, delivering up to 180Hz refresh rates – three times higher than the standard of 60Hz. This results in better motion clarity, as well as a smoother image while gaming.

There are three monitors to choose from here – the 23.8-inch 24G42E, the 24.5-inch 25G42E, and the 27-inch 27G42E. All three offer 1080p resolution and super-fast 1ms GtG response times, or 0.5ms MPRT with Motion Blur Reduction switched on. The panels cover 90 percent of the DCI-P3 colour gamut and 120% of the sRGB colour gamut. Thanks to the IPS panel technology, you'll get all of this on top of wide viewing angles with minimal colour shift when looking at the display from an off angle.

AOC's goal is clear here – to set 180Hz as the new entry level standard for PC gaming. With prices starting at just £114.99 for the 23-inch monitor, going up to just £129.99 for the 27-inch model, these monitors are an easy recommendation for those looking to jump into PC gaming for the first time, or those who simply need a new display that doesn't break the bank.

All three AOC Gaming G42 series monitors will be available starting this month.

KitGuru Says: AOC has been offering some extremely good deals in the gaming monitor market in recent years. The new G42 series should set a new standard for all monitors hitting the market at under £150. 

AMD's CES 2025 keynote unveiled the Ryzen 9000HX series codenamed “Fire Range”, the successor to the 7000HX “Dragon Range”. Effectively, a BGA-packaged version of a “Granite Ridge” chip, Fire Range CPUs combine one or two “Zen 5” CCDs with a client I/O die. While it lacks an integrated NPU and sports a basic iGPU, its focus is clear: enthusiast gaming laptops and mobile workstations. 

The 28 PCIe Gen 5 lanes provide ample bandwidth for the discrete GPUs it's designed to complement. The Ryzen 9 9955HX3D is the headlining model in the series, the sole model featuring 3D V-Cache. This chip has the potential to claim the crown of the fastest mobile CPU for gaming, potentially even outpacing Intel's Arrow Lake-HX, especially if the desktop 9800X3D's performance relative to the Core Ultra 9 285K is anything to go by.

Dream Machines (via VideoCardz) has already announced its intention to bring laptops powered by the 9955HX3D to market, with an estimated arrival window of late March or early April 2025. Reports suggest AMD has secured various contracts with several major laptop OEMs, pointing towards a potentially successful market run for these new Fire Range chips, unlike its predecessors.

However, this top-tier performance will come at a cost. Dream Machines listings of these upcoming laptops start at €2,530 (~£2100) for configurations pairing the 9955HX3D with an RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU, while the flagship RTX 5090 Laptop GPU variant is predicted to command a price tag closer to €3,860 (~£3200). These laptops will have 16-inch 300 Hz displays, 16 GB of DDR5-5200/5600 memory, and a 1 TB NVMe SSD.

KitGuru says: Would you consider getting a high-end gaming laptop? If so, would you go for one with an AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D CPU or something less capable (and potentially cheaper) would be enough?

Corsair's Elgato brand is launching the Wave Link 2.0 this week. The latest evolution of Elgato's audio management software brings new features to the table, and a host of quality-of-life improvements to make usage easier for customers.

One of the new features in Wave Link 2.0 is Voice Focus, a tool developed in collaboration with the team at ai|coustics. By leveraging machine learning technology, this tool can remove unwanted background noises, room reverb and echo, isolating the user's voice further for more professional audio presentation. You'll be able to get close to vocal-booth levels of quality without having to decorate your room with acoustic foam panels and corner traps.

To make managing audio sources, inputs and outputs easier, Wave Link 2.0 now has a revamped app routing system, allowing you to assign apps to different audio channels with just a single click. You can also group up a number of apps for routing together, helping you consolidate the process.

To jazz up your streams or videos, Wave Link also offers a range of audio effects. The De-Esser tool will be useful for those looking to use their microphone without an additional pop filter. You can also add compression, adjust EQ or add Reverb. Wave Link also supports third-party plugins to unlock even more effects.

If you are looking to find new digital assets and software tools for your Elgato set-up, the Elgato marketplace is your one-stop shop for everything, from plugins and FX tools to custom digital icons for your Elgato Stream Deck.

KitGuru Says: Are you already using an Elgato audio set-up? What do you think of the Wave Link 2.0 upgrade?

Razer has just unveiled a fresh look for its premium Xbox controllers. The Razer Wolverine V3 Pro and Wolverine V3 Tournament Edition are now available in a new white colourway. This crisp aesthetic contrasts the original design, appealing to competitive console and PC gamers who appreciate clean and minimalist aesthetics.

The white Wolverine V3 range delivers the same lightning-fast responsiveness, esports-optimised ergonomics, and tournament-grade performance as the standard models. The four mouse click-back buttons and the two claw gripper bumpers are all remappable, giving the player an extra layer of control. The controllers also feature Razer Pro Hyper Triggers, which can be configured for short or long trigger pulls, mecha-tactile action buttons, an 8-way floating D-pad, and Hall-effect thumbsticks.

The Wolverine V3 Pro, Razer's flagship wireless esports controller, is officially licensed by Xbox and designed to give players the edge in competitive scenarios. For those who prefer a wired connection, the Razer Wolverine V3 Tournament Edition is an equally good option (and also cheaper). Also officially licensed by Xbox, this wired controller offers a 1000 Hz polling rate, giving competitive gamers the confidence they need to perform at their best on Xbox and PC.

The Wolverine V3 Pro white comes with a carrying case and costs £199.99/$199.99/€219.99. The Tournament Edition white controller costs £99.99/$99.99/€109.99.

KitGuru says: Although 100 pounds for a wired controller looks steep, the rest of Wolverine V3 ProTournament Edition's feature set sure looks impressive. Whether that justifies its price is up to the buyer.

The Nintendo Switch is currently in its home stretch, with the console’s successor finally having been announced last month. Still, when all is said and done, the OG Switch will go down in history as one of the most successful consoles of all time – having now surpassed 150 million units sold.

As part of the company’s latest fiscal earnings report, Nintendo published an updated list of their hardware and software sales, revealing that (as of the 31st of December 2024) 2017’s Nintendo Switch has officially reached a sales milestone only witnessed by two other systems: selling more than 150 million units (150.86 million to be specific).

This puts the Switch just shy of the DS’ total sales (154.02m) and around 10 million less than the best-selling system of all time – the PS2 with over 160 million units sold.

Whether the Switch will be able to surpass these systems is yet to be seen, however the company did recently proclaim that they are willing to support the OG Switch past the launch of its successor “if there is demand”, so it may have a couple more years left in it still.
Beyond this, the team have also confirmed that Mario Kart 8 + Deluxe has sold north of 75 million copies, making it now the 4th best-selling game of all time, surpassing PUBG and sitting behind Wii Sports.

Other notable milestones include Super Mario Bros. Wonder and Switch Sports both selling more than 15 million copies each.

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KitGuru says: Will the Switch become the best selling console of all time, or will it fall just short of the PS2? How long before it surpasses the DS at least? Will Switch sales fall through the roof once its successor launches? Let us know your thoughts down below.

Designed for high-performance computing, enthusiasts and gamers, TeamGroup's T-Force Xtreem DDR5 memory comes in a wide range of speeds and kit sizes. We review the Snow White model, rated at 7600 MT/s, that's priced at £175 here in the UK.

The XTREEM line-up consists of seven speeds (at the time of writing) and four kit sizes. 96GB (6800MT/s CL36 1.4V), 64GB (6000MT/s CL34, 6400MT/s CL38 both 1.35V), 48GB (8200MT/s, 8000MT/s both CL38 @ 1.40V, 7600MT/s CL36 @ 1.40V, 7200MT/s CL34 @1.4V and 6800MT/s CL34 @ 1.40V) and finally seven 32GB kits (8000MT/s CL38 @ 1.45V, 7600MT/s CL36 @.1.4V, 7200MT/s and 6800MT/s both at CL34 @ 1.40V and 6400MT/s CL32 @ 1.35V). There are two 6000MT/s options, one CL38 @ 1.25V and the other CL30 @.1.35V.

According to the XTREEM product page, 8200MT/s modules and above have XMP 3.0 profiles, while 8000MT/s and below have both XMP 3.0 and AMD EXPO profiles.

For this review, TeamGroup sent us a 32GB kit of DDR5-7600MT/s (FFWD532G7600HC36FDC01) containing a pair of single-rank 16GB DIMMs using SK Hynix A-die ICs XMP/EXPO rated at 7600MHz at 36-45-45-84 at 1.40V.

TeamGroup back the memory with a Lifetime warranty.

Specification

• Model Number: FFWD532G7600HC36FDC01.
• Capacity: 32GB (2 x 16).
• Rated Frequency: DDR5-7600MT/s.
• Rated Timings: CL36-45-45-84.
• Voltage: 1.40V.
• Module Height: 48.8mm.
• XMP/EXPO: XMP 3.0 / EXPO.