With 2025 behind us, many services have already released their annual recaps, with the likes of PlayStation going live with its own wrap-up back in December. Though slightly later than others, Nintendo’s annual year-in-review is now available to view – including data stretching as far back as the Switch 1’s launch.

With 2025 marking the year that Nintendo finally released the Switch 2, the console maker’s annual recap this time round includes much more than just data on your past 12 months of gaming.

Though you can of course read about your most played games, player milestones, monthly breakdowns and more from the past year, 2025’s recap also allows you to go all the way back to 2017 when the Switch first launched to see a breakdown of whichever year you please.

Annual wrap-ups are always a fun time, which is why it is disappointing that Microsoft opted not to create their own Xbox wrapped this time round. Next year perhaps.

KitGuru says: What did your Switch activity in 2025 look like? What was your most played game? Between 2017 and now, which year did you play Nintendo games the most? Let us know down below.

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The PlayStation 5 Pro arrived in November 2024 with the promise of being the definitive way to play console games, but its first year has been somewhat muted. While it is technically the most powerful console on the market, some still feel that its specialised hardware remains underutilised. A particular sticking point has been the initial iteration of PSSR (PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution), which, in many titles, has been prone to visual glitches and shimmering rather than providing a consistent “next-gen” leap in image clarity.

That narrative may be about to change. According to @Gust_FAN (via PC Guide), a reliable Japanese insider with a proven track record for accurately leaking the PS5 Slim and the Hyperpop collection, the PS5 Pro is scheduled to receive a major system overhaul this quarter. This update would include “PSSR 2.0”, which has been reportedly designed to fix existing image quality issues while also improving performance across the board.

Supposedly, PSSR 2.0 will have features similar to AMD's FSR 4, which makes a lot of sense considering the strategic partnership in place between AMD and Sony. This shift in upscaling logic aims to deliver a “double win” of higher image fidelity and improved frame rates. For some, the most exciting prospect is probably the push to 120 FPS, as titles that currently sit in the 70–80 FPS range on the Pro are expected to receive a boost to hit that mark.

The update also appears to focus heavily on legacy content. The leak suggests that PSSR 2.0 will provide a high-resolution boost for “traditional low-resolution games”, implying that backwards-compatible titles and classic games available through PlayStation Plus could see a visual upgrade at the system level. If successful, this feature could make the more expensive PlayStation Plus tiers slightly more attractive.

To ensure developers can make the most of this transition, Sony is reportedly preparing a suite of new debugging tools too. These resources are intended to help studios iron out issues and ensure that PSSR 2.0 doesn't have the artifacting problems of its predecessor.

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KitGuru says: The first year of the PS5 Pro has felt lacklustre for many. PSSR 1.0 was bold, but the visual “ghosting” did it no favours. If PSSR 2.0 can truly deliver FSR 4-level quality and a system-wide boost in resolution for classic games, the Pro might finally have the software backbone to justify its price tag.

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Throughout 2025 we saw an increasing number of leaks and rumours surrounding Ubisoft’s long-awaited Prince of Persia The Sands of Time Remake, with recent reports claiming that the title is scheduled to launch as early as this month. While Ubisoft have yet to officially let the cat out of the bag, the ESRB has now published a rating for Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake – indicating an imminent unveiling.

Ahead of the leaked launch date for Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake (which is purportedly planned to arrive some time this month), the Entertainment Software Ratings Board [ESRB] has published an official listing for the long-awaited remake.

With a T for Teen rating, the Sands of Time Remake is said to include “Blood, Partial Nudity, Sexual Themes, and Violence”. While we did not get too much in the way of gameplay details, the summary does feature a section which confirms that the game will include 2D side-scrolling elements – to some degree at least.

Though wholly expected, the remake is also confirmed to include puzzles, platforming challenges and a plethora of traps (including spike pits, wall-mounted blades and saws).

Despite being announced all the way back in 2020, we know very little about the Sands of Time Remake – especially in the wake of its development reboot. As such, it will be interesting to officially learn all about the project, likely in the coming days.

KitGuru says: Are you excited for Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake? How different do you think it will look compared to the initial reveal? Will the wait have been worth it? Let us know your thoughts / hopes down below.

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Cybenetics Labs has unveiled a prototype ‘anti-melt' cable designed to address the infamous reliability issues of the 12VHPWR/12V-2×6 standard. This integrates proactive monitoring directly into the cable itself, aiming to provide a fail-safe for enthusiasts who want to avoid any potential melting or burning risk associated with flagship cards like the RTX 5090.

According to ComputerBase, the prototype is a native 12V-2×6-to-12V-2×6 cable with a small, low-profile inline box. This box contains the monitoring electronics and a status LED, avoiding the added bulk of screens or fans that can cause compatibility issues with large air coolers or tight cases. Because it is a flexible cable, it fits almost all Founders Edition and custom AIB layouts without obstructing the shroud or requiring awkward mounting angles.

Image credit: ComputerBase

Technically, the cable operates as an active circuit breaker. It monitors current and temperatures at both the GPU and PSU ends. While it features a USB-C port, this is strictly for data logging and configuration. The safety features, including a high-pitched buzzer and an emergency power-cut function, are fully autonomous. Once thresholds are configured via the software, the USB can be disconnected, and the cable will maintain its protection profile independently.

The cable is designed to distinguish between harmless transient spikes and dangerous sustained thermal runaway. Moreover, it allows users to configure thresholds for settings such as “Over Current Trigger” (default 8-12 A) and “Over Temperature Trigger” (default 80-95°C). The cable also has a dual-stage warning that, when a limit is breached, activates the buzzer for 10 seconds (default but configurable). If the condition persists, the cable cuts power to the GPU. Lastly, when connected via USB, the software provides updates every 100 ms, allowing users to export thermal and current data to Excel for long-term stability testing.

Although it looks useful, actual availability is currently uncertain. Cybenetics has not yet secured a mass-market distribution partner. It has been stated that there is a desire to sell the cable “close to cost” to improve the safety of the PC ecosystem rather than for profit. Currently, the cable also requires a native 12V-2×6 output on the PSU side, though a dual 8-pin version for older power supplies could be technically feasible if the project reaches production.

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KitGuru says: It is a sad indictment of modern hardware standards that we need a “smart cable” just to ensure our flagship graphics card doesn't catch fire. However, the Cybenetics solution is arguably the most elegant we've seen so far. We hope a production partner steps up soon.

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Today we’re comparing three mid to high-end CPU air coolers: DeepCool’s AK700 Digital, CPS PCCooler’s RZ700D, and the Sudokoo SK620V. All three target performance-focused systems, but take slightly different approaches in design and features. We’ll be testing thermals, noise, build quality, and installation on Ryzen 9800X3D-based system to see which comes out on top.

Timestamps:

00:00 Start
00:54 DeepCool AK700 Digital
05:20 Accessories
06:12 PC Cooler RZ700D
09:40 Accessories
10:32 Sudokoo SK620V
16:16 Accessories
17:19 Installation of the 3 coolers
18:30 LCD screens and software
19:02 Thermal And Noise Output – testing
22:54 James Closing Thoughts

DeepCool AK700 Digital WH: Available late February 2026 – £54.99 MSRP

• AI-Driven Cooling Control: Uses DeepCool's DeepCreative software AI algorithm to automatically adjust the fan speed curve based on real-time CPU load for balanced cooling and quiet operation.
• Quad-Segmented Digital Display: It features a High-end display that shows CPU temperature, usage, wattage, and frequency in real time, controllable via DeepCool software and connected through a USB 2.0 motherboard header.
• Advanced Thermal Design: AK700 Digital WH is equipped with seven copper heat pipes, a dense single-tower heatsink, and Core Touch Technology (CTT 2.0) for enhanced heat transfer and cooling performance.
• Quiet & Reliable Operation: Newly designed silent fan with hydraulic bearings, 0-RPM startup/stop, and Activate Clearing Tech (ACT) for automatic dust clearing, delivering smooth airflow with minimal noise.

Specifications

• Compatibility: Intel LGA1851/1700/1200/115X, AMD AM5/AM4
• Product Dimensions: 126 × 98 × 157 mm (L × W × H)
• Heatsink Dimensions: 124 × 76 × 151 mm (L × W × H)
• Net Weight: 1252 g
• Heat pipes: Ø6 mm × 7 pcs
• Fan Dimensions: 120 × 120 × 25 mm (L × W × H)
• Fan Speed: Up to 2700 ±10% RPM
• Fan Airflow: 77.23 CFM
• Fan Air Pressure: 5.13 mmAq
• Fan Noise: 0 / 28.8 / 36.0 dB(A)
• Fan Connector: 4-pin PWM
• Bearing Type: Hydro Bearing
• Fan Rated Voltage: 12 VDC
• Fan Rated Current: 0.35 A
• Fan Power Consumption: 4.2 W
• Display Module Rated Voltage: 5 VDC
• Display Module Rated Current: 0.13 A ±10%
• Display Module Power Consumption: 0.65 W
• Display Area: 29 × 39 mm

CPS PCCooler RZ700D: UK availability expected February 2026 – £59.99 MSRP

• 7-heatpipe thick single-tower design: Featuring next-generation Ø6 mm × 7 heatpipes and a 60 mm thick single tower fin stack for enhanced heat dissipation.
• Dual-fan configuration: Designed with speed-offset noise reduction, using a standard curved-blade fan and a mirrored reverse-blade fan to reduce high-frequency noise and resonance.
• High-performance Fans: With dual-ball bearing design delivering up to 79.8 CFM airflow and up to 4.4 mmH₂O static pressure for strong cooling efficiency.
• User-friendly and compatible design: RZ700D is equipped with a magnetic top cover, tidy no-buckle fin layout, copper-plated nickel reflow soldered base, and no RAM interference.

Specifications

• CPU Socket Compatibility: Intel LGA115X / 1200 / 1700 / 1851, AMD AM4 / AM5
• Product Dimensions: 122 × 111 × 159.5 mm (L × W × H)
• Heat pipes: Φ6 mm × 7 pcs
• Fans Included: 2 pcs
• Fan Dimensions: 120 × 120 × 25 mm
• Fan Bearing Type: Ball Bearing
• Fan Connector: 4-pin PWM
• Fan Speed: 500 ~ 2400 ±10% RPM (Normal Blade), 500 ~ 2250 ±10% RPM (Reverse Blade)
• Fan Airflow: 79.8 CFM (Normal Blade), 69.9 CFM (Reverse Blade)
• Fan Air Pressure: 4.4 mmH₂O (Normal Blade), 3.9 mmH₂O (Reverse Blade)
• Fan Noise: 15 ~ 35.9 dB(A) (Normal Blade), 15 ~ 33.7 dB(A) (Reverse Blade)
• Fan Rated Voltage: 12 VDC
• Fan Rated Current: 0.15 A (Normal Blade), 0.12 A (Reverse Blade)
• Fan Power Consumption: 1.8 W (Normal Blade),1.44 W (Reverse Blade)

Sudokoo SK620V: Available now from Amazon UK, priced at £86.99 HERE.

• Dual-tower cooling power: The SK620V uses a dense dual-tower heatsink with six heat pipes, purpose-built for AM5 CPUs to deliver strong thermal performance for high-load and overclocked systems.
• Built-in digital screen: A quad-segmented display shows real-time CPU temperature, usage, wattage, and frequency connected via USB 2.0 and controlled through Sudokoo’s MasterCraft software for clean, cable-light monitoring.
• Quiet, efficient airflow: Dual 120 mm fans with advanced 3-phase FOC motor control provide strong airflow while keeping noise low, topping out at ≤29.9 dB(A) under load.
• Smart compatibility design: Adjustable glide fan mounting improves RAM clearance, while the AM5 anti-bending corrector and sturdy mounting system ensure even pressure and easy installation.

Specifications

• Product Dimensions: 145 × 144 × 164 mm (L × W × H)
• Heatsink Dimensions: 125 × 115 × 153 mm (L × W × H)
• Net Weight: 1645 g
• Heatpipes: Ø6 mm × 6 pcs
• Fan Dimensions: 120 × 120 × 25 mm (L × W × H)
• Fan Speed: Up to 2000 ±10% RPM
• Fan Airflow: 56.46 CFM
• Fan Air Pressure: 2.93 mmAq
• Fan Noise: ≤29.9 dB(A)
• Fan Connector: 4-pin PWM
• Bearing Type: Fluid Dynamic Bearing
• Fan Rated Voltage: 12 VDC
• Fan Rated Current: 0.22 A
• Fan Power Consumption: 2.64 W
• Display Module Rated Voltage: 5 VDC
• Display Module Rated Current: 0.09 A ±10%
• Display Module Power Consumption: 0.45 W
• Display Area: 70.7  × 27.8 mm

Test System Specifications

• CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
• Motherboard: ASRock X870E Taichi Lite
• Memory: 32GB (2 x 16GB Modules) Kingston Fury DDR5-6000
• Graphics card: Gigabyte RTX 4070 Gaming OC
• Storage: 1TB Corsair MP600 Elite PCIe Gen4x4 NVME M.2 SSD
• Power Supply: Seasonic Prime TX-1600
• Chassis: Open Test Bench
• Thermal Compound: Arctic MX-6
• O/S: Windows 11 Version 24H2

Testing Methodology:

We are primarily focusing on the performance of each cooler at 100% fan speed and also when locked to 40dBA noise output. We will focus on cooling performance using a manual overclock with all-core frequency and VCORE locked to 5.2GHz/1.3v (AMD) and 5.5GHz/1.3v (Intel) and Precision Boost Overdrive performance.

• The test data is logged using HWINFO and the final 10 minutes of the data is calculated to find the average CPU temperature and CPU clock multiplier (AMD PBO Test) and then plotted in the charts.
• For testing, we use a 30-minute looped run of Cinebench R23 and record the steady-state CPU temperature at the end of the test. This ensures that the CPU has had ample time to warm up and reach a steady state under all of the coolers.
• The ambient is maintained at 19-21 degrees Celsius. Where there is variation beyond this temperature range, we add extra repeated tests to ensure consistency. However, this is well controlled now with A/C.
• We also test each cooler with at least two fresh installs (typically three) to mitigate the likelihood of poor mounting spoiling results.
• Ambient temperature and humidity are controlled via a mini split air conditioning system inside the test room. Ambient temperature is maintained between 22-23°C, Temperature delta figures are shown in the charts (ambient temperature is deducted from the measured component temperature).

Test Results:

Acoustics

Looking at noise output first, it's immediately clear there are some big differences between the coolers. The Sudokoo SK620V is the quietest at 43dBA max, making it clearly audible under load but still well behaved and unlikely to draw unwanted attention in a closed chassis. DeepCool’s AK700 Digital WH pushes things a touch more at 45dBA, where fan noise will be more noticeable during sustained workloads, though it remains within what most users would consider acceptable for a high-performance air cooler.

Unfortunately though, the CPS PCCooler RZ700D stands out for the wrong reasons, registering a much higher 53dBA – it's hard to ignore even at a reasonable distance.

Thermal Performance: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D

With the fans running at full speed, the thermal results are quite tightly spread, especially between the two single-tower 7 heat pipe coolers. The Sudokoo SK620V leads the group at 59°C over ambient, delivering the strongest raw cooling performance when allowed to run at 100% PWM, thanks to its dual cooling tower design. The CPS PCCooler RZ700D follows at 61°C, putting it in the middle of the pack.

DeepCool’s AK700 Digital WH comes in just behind at 62°C, which is still fine but does trail the other two units on test today.

Looking at thermal performance with the fans noise-normalised to 40 decibels, the Sudokoo SK620V stays top, hitting 61°C over ambient,making it the most efficient of the three. The CPS PCCooler RZ700D falls back to 66°C over ambient, showing a significant thermal hit when the fans are throttled to maintain acceptable noise levels.

The DeepCool AK700 Digital WH lands in the middle at 64°C, which is fine but it can't match the efficiency of the SK620V.

AMD PBO workloads push CPUs to sustained maximum all-core boosts, so the differences between these three coolers do become more apparent. The Sudokoo SK620V delivers a delta of 60°C while maintaining an average CPU multiplier of 51.5x, higher than the other two coolers, so it's able to dissipate heat more efficiently and maintain higher clock speeds even under heavy multi-core loads. The DeepCool AK700 Digital WH follows closely at 61°C and a 51.4x multiplier, which is still solid but shows slightly higher temperatures likely due to its smaller single-tower design.

The CPS PCCooler RZ700D hit 64 °C with a 51.2x multiplier, the lower performance likely as a result of its single-tower layout. It's perhaps not a surprise but the size and designs clearly make a difference, given the SK620V’s dual-tower layout puts it towards the top of the chart, whereas the other two single-tower coolers come in below.

Sudokoo SK620V

Pros:

• Quick installation and AMD mount uses an integrated CPU hold-down frame.
• Sliding fans are easy to install/remove and adjust.
• Very good build quality.
• Low noise even at max fan speed.

Cons

• LCD screen has little customisation.
• Quite expensive for a mid-range dual tower.
• LCD only works with software installed.

DeepCool AK700 Digital WH

Pros:

• Quick installation.
• Cool Screen implementation on wood effect panel.
• Decent thermal performance.

Cons:

• Removing the screen for installation can damage the cable.
• The screen can be difficult to see in bright light or at an angle.

CPS PCCooler RZ700D

Pros:

• Easy install.
• Clip-on fans.
• Dual Fans included.

Cons:

• Quite loud.
• Fans make a resonating noise at low speed.
• Thermal performance drops off when noise is normalised.

KitGuru says: If you're looking for premium features, unique looks or no frills CPU cooling, one of these three should suit your requirements.

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Thermalright has kicked off 2026 by introducing the new Frost Tower 140. The newly unveiled CPU cooler is a dual-stack giant designed to match the thermal dissipation of entry-level AIOs, featuring a unique asymmetrical fan configuration and a seven-heatpipe array to tame the latest high-TDP chips from Intel and AMD.

Standing 158 mm tall, the Frost Tower 140 (via Vortez) is one of the largest air coolers in Thermalright's current lineup. The cooler utilises 7x 6-mm-thick heatpipes branching out from a nickel-plated copper base. The cooling performance is driven by a specialised “push-pull” fan duo, with a TL-N12W-R9 (120 mm) fan at the front and a TL-N14DW-R7 (140 mm) fan at the centre. This smaller intake fan ensures better RAM clearance while spinning at up to 2,400 RPM and providing up to a claimed 85.35 CFM with a 2.95 mmH₂O static pressure. As for the 140 mm fan at the centre, it reportedly pushes up to 120 CFM at 1,850 RPM with a static pressure of 2.40 mmH₂O.

According to Thermalright, both fans are built for the long haul, featuring dual ball bearings and impellers made from Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP). Thermalright has also integrated silicone mounts and noise-dampening rings to keep the acoustics of such high-RPM fans in check.

The Frost Tower 140 is launching in three distinct aesthetics: standard, all-black, and all-white, with the latter two featuring colour-matched fins and heatpipes. Installation is handled by the SS2 all-metal mounting system, ensuring a secure fit across AM5, AM4, and LGA1851/1700 sockets.

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KitGuru says: Although pricing isn't known, Thermalright has historically underpriced the competition. With the Frost Tower 140, this trend will likely continue, even tho it uses LCP fans and a seven-heatpipe configuration.

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