AMD's Radeon RX 9000 series launched with the FidelityFX Super Resolution 4, AMD's upscaling method that leverages an AI-powered algorithm to boost image quality. Before the RDNA 4 architecture made its official debut, early tests hinted at significant visual improvements on the new GPUs. Officially, FSR 4 only works with the Radeon RX 9000 series, but theoretically, the Radeon RX 7000 series can also use it.

Sick of waiting for an official announcement from AMD, some users have been trying to mod FSR 4 (with success) using Optiscaler. One such user was Virtual-Cobbler-9930 (via Wccftech), who shared some performance and image quality results.

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To get FSR 4 working on RDNA 3 graphics, you need to activate it with the command: WMMA_RDNA3_WORKAROUND. While RDNA 3 GPUs support WMMA (Wave Matrix Multiply Accumulate) for FP16 data, RDNA 4 further enhanced these instructions to natively accommodate formats like FP16, BF16, and INT8, which are crucial for the AI-powered upscaling. It appears someone has found a way to emulate these functionalities on RDNA 3.

The results from Cyberpunk 2077 indicate a clear improvement in graphic quality, with less smearing on elements like grass and bushes. However, this visual fidelity comes with a performance cost. Running the game's built-in benchmark with FSR Quality settings saw frame rates drop from 85.06 FPS to 56.28 FPS. Similar findings were observed in titles like Oblivion Remastered, where the visual artifacts were reduced. The performance hit ranged from 20% to 30%. The visual improvements in games like Oblivion and Marvel Rivals were also noticeable, but in Cyberpunk 2077, both cases had a performance hit compared to FSR 3.1.

This FSR 4 workaround offers a glimpse into enhanced visuals for RDNA 3 owners, showing that it could be worth considering for games beyond the most demanding AAA titles. However, one must be aware of the significant performance impact that it brings. On the other hand, this unofficial implementation sheds some light on why AMD opted not to offer the capability to older GPU series. Even with workarounds, the raw processing power needed for the AI upscaling appears to heavily tax the older hardware, consuming resources that would otherwise be dedicated to rendering the scene. Whether AMD will eventually find a more optimised official path remains to be seen.

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Gamers who prefer to avoid graphics software from AMD or Nvidia and its overlays might be using Steam's Performance Monitor, assuming they're playing games on the platform. Valve has just introduced an update, adding new metrics and frame generation detection.

As first noted by SteamDB, the new Performance Monitor expands its capabilities dramatically, offering a wealth of real-time metrics. Players will be able to track crucial data points, including FPS, upscaled FPS, a live FPS graph, CPU clocks and utilisation, GPU usage, temperatures, and both memory consumption and utilisation. The overlay will also indicate whether frame generation is active with two FPS counters: rendered and frame generation frames.

This suite of information gives gamers deeper insights into their system's performance without leaving their game. Players can customise the display, from showing all available metrics to something simpler, like the FPS and its graph only.

Currently, this functionality is only accessible within the Steam Beta client. Those eager to try it out must opt into Steam's beta version. Valve has indicated that some metrics may not be available on all platforms initially, but broader support will be rolled out in future updates.

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AOC is launching three compelling new QHD displays, each delivering esports-level refresh rates without demanding a premium price tag. Leading this charge is the AOC GAMING Q25G4SR, a compact powerhouse that achieves an astonishing 300Hz refresh rate within a 24.5-inch form factor. It's joined by two 27-inch models, the Q27G4ZR and the value-focused Q27G42ZE, both offering a 240Hz refresh rate with additional overclocking headroom up to 260Hz. 

The Q25G4SR stands out in the crowded gaming monitor landscape, combining a QHD (2560×1440) resolution with its compact 24.5-inch screen size. This results in an impressive pixel density, delivering that blend of high resolution and smaller footprint many enthusiasts have been clamoring for. Its Fast IPS panel offers a 300Hz refresh rate, translating into smooth gameplay with rapid response times as low as 1ms GtG and 0.3ms MPRT when Motion Blur Reduction (MBR) is enabled. The monitor is also VESA DisplayHDR 400-certified and comes with a fully adjustable stand, offering 130mm of height adjustment alongside tilt, swivel, and pivot flexibility to adapt to any gaming setup. Connectivity options include 2x HDMI 2.1 connectors and a DisplayPort 1.4, ensuring compatibility with the latest graphics cards and next-generation consoles without bandwidth compromises.

Stepping into the 27-inch category, the Q27G4ZR offers a 240Hz refresh rate, with the flexibility to overclock to 260Hz. This model also provides comprehensive connectivity options with two HDMI 2.0 connectors and a DisplayPort 1.4, alongside integrated 2W stereo speakers. Its fully ergonomic stand mirrors the functionality of its 24.5-inch counterpart, providing ample adjustment. DisplayHDR 400 certification ensures bright imagery for all game content and comfortable viewing even in brighter environments. The Q27G4ZR maintains the same rapid response speeds of up to 1ms GtG and 0.3ms MPRT with MBR.

For gamers focused on value, the Q27G42ZE presents a highly attractive option. It delivers the same core performance as the Q27G4ZR, including a 240Hz refresh rate (overclockable to 260Hz) and nearly identical Fast IPS panel specifications. However, it streamlines certain features, such as a tilt-only stand, a single HDMI 2.0 port alongside its DisplayPort 1.4, and a 300 cd/m² brightness.

Each monitor is equipped with AOC's extensive gaming toolkit. Features like Shadow Control, Game Colour, Dial Point crosshair, and a Low Input Lag mode are available on all models. All three Fast IPS panels promise consistent performance across wide viewing angles with impressive colour accuracy. The Q25G4SR and Q27G4ZR cover over 114% of the sRGB area, while the Q27G42ZE goes even further, covering 123.6% of the sRGB colour gamut. Critically, all three monitors are designed to support current-generation gaming at QHD resolution, making them versatile for PC and console gamers.

The AOC Gaming Q25G4SR will retail for £239.00, the Q27G4ZR for £209.00, and the Q27G42ZE for a budget-friendly £199.00. These monitors are expected to be available in mid-June 2025.

KitGuru says: Which of the three new AOC monitors best fits your needs?

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In a major update this week, id Software added Path Tracing technology to DOOM: The Dark Ages. This enhanced form of ray tracing allows for higher fidelity and more ray bounces. The update has also quietly added an array of new in-game benchmarks to the game for those looking to quickly put their rig to the test.

Our GPU reviewer, Dom, has been putting the new in-game benchmarks to the test this afternoon. Here are the results for the Hebeth, Abyssal Forest and Reckoning benchmarks on an RTX 5070 Ti with DLSS and Multi-Frame Gen enabled:

There are seven in-game benchmark scenes in total, Hebeth, Siege, Abyssal Forest, Sentinel Command Station, Spire of Nerathul, City of Ry'uul and Reckoning. Benchmark mode creates a consistent, nearly deterministic path through a section of select DOOM: The Dark Ages levels to that players can see how their systems perform under a variety of video settings. Using this mode players can see how far they can push their system performance.

While running one of the benchmarks, you can display or hide graphs displaying frame rates, frame times for CPU and GPU, and total resource usage.

DOOM: The Dark Ages is available now on PC via Steam and the Xbox app. It is also available to play via Game Pass on both PC and console.

KitGuru Says: Have you played DOOM: The Dark Ages yet? Have you tried out the new Path Tracing graphics options?

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With the release of the Lancer NEON series, XPG offers a new wave of memory kits, offering 60% area coverage with RGB, aiming to be the ideal memory kit for fans of a light show! Follow along as we benchmark, compare and overclock to find out if this DDR5-8000 kit offers advantages over the competition.

While getting an industry award, Apple Silicon chief Johny Srouji said that he wants generative AI to design chips, which has been blown out of proportion to mean that Apple hasn't ever used AI to do so. This is, of course, nonsense.


On Thursday, reports started to circulate about Apple and an intention to use generative AI to design the chips used in its products. Stemming from a speech at Imec in May, Apple Senior Vice President of Hardware Technologies Johny Srouji made comments about the use of machine learning to design chips.

A video of the speech, seen by Reuters has Srouji explaining Apple's design of custom chips, going back to the A4 and up to modern-day chips like the M4 processor line.


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Apple's new Vision Pro short puts Brad Pitt behind the wheel — and viewers in the cockpit — for a roaring F1 thrill ride.


A new immersive short video debuted Thursday on Apple Vision Pro. Titled "F1: The Movie Hot Lap," it takes viewers on a high-speed test drive with Brad Pitt.

In Formula 1, a "hot lap", also known as a fast lap or flying lap, is a full lap taken around a circuit in either practice or qualifying rounds. It's often the second lap done after the car has been warmed up with a slow lap.


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Apple has added a lot of gloss to macOS Tahoe, but there are also five specific features that make a massive difference — once you know they're there, and once you know their limitations.


Don't knock the Liquid Glass visual changes that have come with macOS 26, because most of them do surface features that can be missed, and most just make it quicker and easier to use your Mac. But there are also five really key new features that make updating to macOS Tahoe essential — when it's out of beta testing.


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European users will not get macOS Tahoe's Live Activities, and they still won't get 2024's iPhone mirroring, because of Apple's uncertainty over the EU's Digital Markets Act.


Apple initially held back Apple Intelligence from the European users — prompting lambasting criticism from the EU — but did eventually launch it in April 2025. It has not launched iPhone mirroring, and has now confirmed that it will not come to the EU with iOS 26 or macOS 26.

According to Paris-based publication Numerama, multiple unnamed Apple officials said that the company will still not enable the feature because of the Digital Markets Act (DMA). Rather than any technological concern, Apple says that it simply unclear about the DMA's regulatory requirements and what they may lead to.


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Apple is planning to have a punch-hole camera in the iPhone 18 Pro line, with a leaker saying the smaller aperture will still be able to handle Face ID.


The iPhone 18 Pro line is anticipated to revolutionize how the iPhone handles cameras in the display. The change will almost certainly minimize the currently distracting element of the iPhone display, but it will be an engineering challenge for the company and the supply chain.

In a Weibo post on Thursday, serial leaker "Digital Chat Station" discusses the displays of the iPhone 18 Pro series. They describe it as having "two new screens," followed by a list of specifications that seems quite familiar.


Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible


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Capcom has had a major hit each year since 2017 with Resident Evil 7 and they've shown no signs of slowing down. Capcom kicked off 2025 with the launch of Monster Hunter Wilds, and it has followed that up with major reveals for Resident Evil Requiem and a brand new IP, Pragmata. 

In recent months, Capcom has shown new trailers for both Pragmata and Resident Evil Requiem, but the publisher is not done for the year yet. Capcom will be hosting the Capcom Spotlight showcase next week, a 40-minute stream containing new information on new upcoming releases and DLC updates for currently available titles.

Resident Evil Requiem and Pragmata will be the new games being shown during the stream. On top of that, we'll be getting news on the latest updates for Monster Hunter Wilds and Street Fighter 6.

KitGuru Says: Resident Evil Requiem is due to launch in February, so we should be getting a lot of new information about the game in the months ahead. 

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Gears of War: Reloaded is launching very soon. To ensure the game's multiplayer servers and crossplay functionality are all working correctly, a playtest did take place last weekend, but many encountered issues. As a result, a second playtest weekend is now coming up. 

The Coalition and Microsoft have confirmed that a new multiplayer beta test for Gears of War: Reloaded will now take place on the 20th of June until the 23rd of June. Servers will open up at 8PM tomorrow night in the UK. Adjust for your local time zone, as the servers will be opening up in all regions at the same time.

The Gears of War beta contains five maps and three game modes – Team Deathmatch, King of the Hill and Execution. The final version of the game will include a bit more multiplayer content, but the multiplayer in Gears of War 1 wasn't a huge feature to begin with.

Gears of War Reloaded is a newly packaged version of the Gears of War Ultimate Edition remaster from 2015. The new version brings the game to Xbox Series X/S, PC (via Steam and Game Pass) and for the very first time, PlayStation consoles.

KitGuru Says: Are you planning on picking up Gears of War Reloaded when it launches in August? 

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EA's Skate games were a staple of the Xbox 360 era. A few years ago, EA announced its return after more than a decade. The game has been in open development since, with frequent playtests being held. Now, the latest version of Skate is just a few months away from hitting the market. 

Skate will soon become available to all. The game is set to have one last massive playtest in July and EA has stated that anyone who registers in time will be accepted to participate. Playtests for Skate have also expanded to consoles now as well, and it will be available on consoles alongside PC at release too.

To get into the final playtest you'll need to register as a Skate Insider before the 27th of June, so there is still plenty of time left at the time of writing.

Skate is an open world multiplayer skating simulator where players can customise their characters and group up at parks and compete in challenges across the map. There will be around 150 players per server, so there will always be plenty of activity around you, helping the game feel more alive.

The final version of Skate will be available ‘in a few months' time' according to EA. the game is expected to be free to play, supported by various cosmetic microtransactions.

KitGuru Says: Are you planning on downloading the latest version of Skate when it becomes available? It looks like it'll be competing head to head with Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4, although it is worth noting that the strength of EA's version is in its massively multiplayer element. 

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Beat Saber took the VR world by storm when it officially launched back in 2019. In the years since, the game has sold millions of copies; released a ton of free (and paid DLC); and been ported to pretty much every VR capable device. Unfortunately, after years of support, Beat Saber is officially being discontinued on PlayStation VR / PSVR2.

Making the surprise announcement, the team at Beat Games shared the following statement:

“As we look to the future and plan the next big leap for Beat Saber, we have made the decision to no longer release updates for PS4 and PS5 starting in June 2025. Our passion for VR remains unwavering. We are excited about the possibilities that lie ahead and what we can bring to Beat Saber fans who have been on this journey with us over the past 7 years.”

While Beat Saber and all of its DLC packs will remain available to purchase and play, as of the 18th of June the game will no longer receive any future content updates.

Perhaps even more disappointing is the fact that come the 21st of January 2026, multiplayer will no longer be accessible on PSVR / PSVR2.

Beat Saber remains one of the biggest VR games on PlayStation and so the decision to end support is curious and unfortunate to see.

KitGuru says: Are you surprised by this announcement? What do you think this means for all the other versions in the near future? Let us know down below.

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Last month, SEGA officially announced that they would be delisting a majority of their mobile ports of old-school classics. In a bittersweet move, ahead of the titles’ removal from storefronts, SEGA has made all of the games free to purchase.

SEGA pushed an update to many of its ‘classics’ on mobile last month with a message stating that “Support for this game will be discontinued, but you can continue playing offline!”

The list of impacted titles included:

• Crazy Taxi
• Golden Axe
• Shining Force
• Sonic CD
• Sonic 4 Ep. II
• Streets of Rage 1 & 2
• Super Monkey Ball: Sakura
• Virtual Tennis Challenge

These games are set to join the list of other SEGA classics which were discontinued back in 2023 (including the likes of Ristar; Vectorman; Comix Zone and a dozen more).

In a welcome move, all of the titles listed above have now been made free to claim and download ahead of their delisting. This means that you should be able to redownload the titles whenever, even after the fact.

That said, as iOS and Android devices get updated over time, API requirements change, and so eventually these titles will likely no longer work.

With no exact date for when the titles will be removed, make sure to ‘purchase’ any games which you plan to play as soon as possible.

KitGuru says: Why do you think the games are being delisted? Is SEGA planning some new type of service? Let us know your thoughts down below.

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Back in late 2022, Konami officially announced a ton of different Silent Hill projects, including the Silent Hill 2 Remake from Bloober Team. In the years since, many of these announcements have come to fruition; most notably the highly successful SH2 Remake. One project which we haven’t heard from in a while however is the ‘Return to Silent Hill’ film. Finally, the upcoming horror title has gotten a massive update – with the adaptation officially set to arrive in January of next year.

As reported by Deadline, Return to Silent Hill is officially coming to cinemas on the 23rd of January 2026. This marks the first major update since early 2023, when the project confirmed a number of details including its plot, cast and more.

For the uninitiated, Return to Silent Hill is an adaptation of Silent Hill 2 and is being directed by Christophe Gans who helmed the very first Silent Hill film all the way back in 2006.

The upcoming movie’s description reads as follows:

“The film will follow James (Irvine), a man broken after being separated from his one true love (Anderson). When a mysterious letter calls him back to Silent Hill in search of her, he finds a once-recognizable town transformed by an unknown evil. As James descends deeper into the darkness, he encounters terrifying figures both familiar and new and begins to question his own sanity as he struggles to make sense of reality and hold on long enough to save his lost love.”

KitGuru says: Are you looking forward to the film? Will it do the original game justice? What did you think of the 2006 adaptation? Let us know down below.

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The CPS PCCooler DT360 ARGB Display features the usual micro-skived copper cold plate, high-pressure 120mm ARGB fans and an all-aluminium radiator. However, this cooler also includes a 3.4-inch detachable LCD screen that can be magnetically attached to any metal part of the PC. Is the DT360 ARGB Display all about looks, or does it also have the performance to match? Well, let's get this out on our test system and find out.

Timestamps:

00:00 Start
00:51 Pricing and availability
01:15 A close look at the cooler
02:15 Radiator / Tubing / Fittings
03:54 The Block
05:25 The Pump and Fans
07:12 Install process
09:11 Software
09:44 Noise and Cooling Performance
11:42 Closing Thoughts

Features:

• DT360 ARGB Display features a detachable magnetic 3.4-inch IPS LCD screen with 480 x 480 resolution and 60 Hz refresh rate that can display customisable themes and real-time system information.
• It's equipped with a copper micro-skived cold plate suitable for installation on all current AMD and Intel desktop CPUs with an all-ceramic bearing pump solution.
• The included F7 X120 fans feature a wireless modular connection for less cable clutter, with 28mm thickness for concentrated airflow and high static pressure and a 27mm thick radiator with fourteen water channels and a high-density fin array.

Specifications:

• CPU Socket Compatibility: Intel LGA115X/1200/1700/1851, AMD AM4/AM5
• Radiator Material: Aluminium
• Radiator Dimensions: L394xW120xH27mm
• Radiator Tube Length: 400mm
• CPU Block/Pump Dimensions: 82x80x62mm(LxWxH)
• Pump Speed: 2600RPM±10%
• Cold Plate Material: Micro-Skived Copper
• Pump Connector: 3-pin
• Pump LED: 3-pin 5v ARGB
• VRM Fan: N/A
• Fan Dimensions: 120x120x25mm
• Fan LED: ARGB
• Fan Speed (PWM): L:500-1500RPM±10%, M:500-2200RPM±10%, H:500-3000RPM±10%
• Fan Max Airflow: 83CFM
• Fan Max Air Pressure: 7mmH20
• Noise (dBA): 15-33.1dB(A)
• Fan Bearing: Ball Bearing
• Fan Connector: 4-pin PWM
• LCD Screen: 4” IPS 480×480 Resolution

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Late last year, PC platform holder GOG announced that they were setting up a new game preservation program. In the months since, the initiative has seen a consistent influx of games being preserved for generations to come. As part of the service’s latest update, over a dozen titles are joining GOG’s preservation program – including Mortal Kombat, Devil May Cry and more.

Taking to their blog to make the announcement, the GOG Game Preservation team unveiled the latest line-up of inductees into the program, writing:

“We’re thrilled to welcome Devil May Cry 4: Special Edition and Devil May Cry HD Collection to both the GOG catalog and the GOG Preservation Program, fully DRM-free and ready to be played in their best form forever. The timing of this double arrival is perfect, as Devil May Cry 4: Special Edition is celebrating its 10th anniversary!”

Beyond DMC however, a solid dozen other titles have also joined the program, namely:

• Leisure Suit Larry: Reloaded
• Voyage: Journey to the Moon
• Star Wars Rebellion
• Tex Murphy: The Pandora Directive
• Populous
• Mortal Kombat 1+2+3
• Star Trek: Judgment Rites
• Magic Carpet 2: The Netherworlds
• Castles + Castles 2
• Earthworm Jim 2
• Imperium Galactica

Full details on how each game has been adjusted in order to remain playable into the future can be found on their respective store pages. In terms of DMC however, the HD Trilogy and Devil May Cry 4 have had their stability “validated;” added support for cloud saves and “Verified compatibility with Windows 10 and 11”.

The complete list of games available as part of the GOG Preservation Program can be found HERE.

KitGuru says: What do you think of the preservation program? Have you been eyeing up GOG more for your game purchases in recent months? How many titles are in your GOG library? Let us know down below.

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Earlier this year, a rumour popped up claiming that God of War was set to receive a surprise spin-off title some time in 2025. Things then began to heat up when it was stated that the game would be a 2.5D metroidvania-styled experience. With Summer Game Fest having come and gone with no announcement, leakers are now claiming that the title has been pushed back to 2026.

As reported by known industry insider Jeff Grubb during the ‘Last of the Nintendogs’ podcast, the 2.5D God of War spin-off (which was originally claimed to be coming in 2025 in alignment with the franchise’s 20th anniversary), has seemingly been internally delayed, stating: “the unannounced new God of War Greek project…was pushed to 2026.”

For the uninitiated, this project is rumoured to be a 2.5D spin-off which is set in Greece and while being “much smaller in scale” will offer metroidvania-styled gameplay – an entirely new concept for the series.

Since 2005, the God of War franchise has remained mostly static in its presentation and genre – with the original trilogy and its spin-offs being hack and slash spectacle fighters with a slight emphasis on puzzles and platforming.

Of course, we’ve since gotten the God of War soft ‘reboot’ in 2018 followed by Ragnarok in 2022 – both being over-the-shoulder action-adventure oriented titles with a more Souls-like inspired combat alongside RPG elements.

As such, having a spin-off which is not only different in presentation, but genre to all prior God of War titles could make for a rather surprising and unexpected hit – if done well. Hopefully we at least get official confirmation of the game sooner rather than later.

KitGuru says: Are you looking forward to this rumoured spin-off? Could a metroidvania God of War work? Do you think the game will be set in the past or during the current GoW timeline? Let us know down below.

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The video games industry is bigger than it's ever been, with the Nintendo Switch becoming one of the best selling consoles of all time and the PS5 currently outpacing the PS4 despite supply setbacks. Even so, it is surprising to see just how lucrative the current generation has been for Sony, with the PS5 having generated more profit than all previous PlayStation consoles combined.

As reported by industry analyst Daniel Ahmad, during Sony’s most recent Business Segment Meeting the company revealed that so far the PlayStation 5 generation has ‘generated’ over $13 billion in profits across its hardware and software.

While an impressive figure in its own right, what is perhaps even more interesting is the fact that this represents more profit than Sony’s previous four home console generations combined – with profits for the prior systems being as follows:

• PS1: $3 Billion
• PS2: $2 Billion
• PS3: -$4 Billion
• PS4: $9 Billion

Of course, this isn’t too surprising when considering the fact that the 8th/9th generations have witnessed the rise of multiplayer live service games and ‘micro’ transactions – both of which generate a significant portion of PlayStation’s profits.

In addition, the rise of digital media means that the costs of selling and distributing games has become exponentially cheaper to operate.

Tie this in with the general growth of the industry and it begins to make sense as to how this generation has already surpassed all others combined. It’ll be curious to see just how much profit the PS5 will have made when all is said and done.

KitGuru says: Are you surprised by these numbers? Will the PS5 break $20 billion? Let us know down below.

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Want to delete Instagram for good? Here's the easiest way to shut off your account right from your iPhone.


Instagram is a major platform for sharing photos and videos, but there are plenty of reasons to leave. Whether you're tired of Meta's track record on privacy, frustrated with the ads, or just need a mental break, here's how to delete Instagram account.

Before you start, know that deletion is permanent after 30 days. Logging in during that time cancels the request. Once that window closes, your profile, photos, comments, and likes are gone for good.


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Cybersecurity professionals have discovered a series of exposed datasets which contain 16 billion credentials obtained by infostealers, but those that practice good password hygiene should be safe.


There's probably at least one person in your life, perhaps it's you, that periodically reminds their family of the importance of proper password hygiene. The eye rolls and annoyed dismissals are expected, but the latest data breach may be enough to inspire some motivation.

According to research conducted by a cybersecurity team at Cybernews, 30 datasets containing over 16 billion stolen credentials appeared briefly online. The researchers haven't been able to discover who owns the dataset, but it's a massive breach that makes most others pale in comparison.


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B&H's massive Apple sale in celebration of its Bild Expo event continues with the lowest M4 MacBook Air prices across numerous configurations.


The $829 price applies to the 2025 13-inch MacBook Air in Sky Blue. Equipped with Apple's M4 chip, the budget-friendly configuration also comes with 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.

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As part of its iconic "Shot on iPhone" campaign, Apple has released yet another short film, called "Big Man," featuring UK rapper Michael "Stormzy" Omari.


The short film, which debuted on Wednesday, sees Stormzy in the role of a world-weary musician who hasn't made any music in nearly eight years. Stormzy's character, Tenzman, runs into two bright and joyful kids, and the trio embarks on a life-changing journey, which ends with Tenzman making new music.

"Big Man" has a runtime of just under 20 minutes, and the short film was directed by Aneil Karia. The London-based writer and director is known for his work on Beat, Surge, and The Long Goodbye. Karia also makes an appearance in Apple's behind-the-scenes video for "Big Man," where the director outlines the advantages of using the iPhone 16 Pro for the project.


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The Alters takes place on a lifeless planetoid which you have crashed onto alone, and you need to continually keep your base rolling along the surface to avoid sunrise; a very bad…

You're likely familiar with the kleptomania that AI displays, ransacking any and all content posted to the web.  Artists are seeing AI abscond with their creations and using them as training data…

The Apple One subscription provides access to Apple's premium online services for a single monthly fee. Almost five years after launch, is it still something that is worth paying for?


Launched in late 2020, Apple One became an essential collection of services if you're highly enmeshed in the Apple ecosystem. With the fifth anniversary a short few months away, it is a collection that still offers a compelling bundle, to the right customer.

However, as an all-in-one service covering multiple areas, it's not necessarily going to cover everyone's needs. In some cases, a person may find more worth in getting separate subscriptions instead of a package.


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Safari's update for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS Tahoe brings many UI tweaks as well as changes to Web Apps and HDR photos, alongside many other smaller changes. Here's what they all look like, and how they work.


The focus of WWDC is on the operating systems, but the changes that are introduced by Apple often affect the apps that run on them. This includes Safari, which has been updated to beta 26 to match the numbering system of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS 26 Tahoe.

All three browsers get a few obvious changes, but there are many others under the surface that don't get detailed. According to the Webkit official blog, the beta of Safari 26 has a staggering 67 new features and 107 improvements.


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In the latest chapter of the ongoing saga, the iPhone Fold is now rumored to be entering mass production in 2026, with pre-production steps starting in late 2025.


The process to design and manufacture an iPhone is phenomenally long, and it appears to be the same for the iPhone Fold. According to one analyst, it could take close to a year for the manufacturing process to be finalized.

In a Wednesday X post by Ming-Chi Kuo of TF Securities, Foxconn will be kicking off a project to produce Apple's first foldable smartphone in late Q3 or early Q4 of 2025. This puts the start of the project at around the time the iPhone 17 will hit store shelves.


Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible


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Apple component supplier Texas Instruments is making the largest investment in foundational U.S. chip production to date, expanding with a $60 billion build across Texas and Utah.


Texas Instruments is putting more than $60 billion into new chip factories across Texas and Utah, a move the company says will support over 60,000 jobs and help secure the supply of key components for everything from the iPhone to cars.

The investment covers seven fabrication plants that use 300mm wafers, a mature process ideal for TI's analog and embedded chips. For Apple, these are chips that are used for power management and in touchscreen controllers.


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Children and their parents or guardians are now invited to register for Apple Camp, which this year will focus on making movies on the iPad.


Aside from the COVID years of 2020 and 2021 when it had to run an online version, Apple has been hosting an annual Apple Camp for children for almost 25 years. Each year has a different focus, but runs as a series of 90-minute sessions over a few weeks in the summer.

This year's theme is Direct Your Own Friendship Film on iPad, and it's for children aged 6-10. That's down from the 8-12 age range of most previous Apple Camps, but the camp is also running for slightly longer than before, at about five weeks.


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B&H's flash MacBook Pro Deal Zone ends today, and that includes a steep $400 price drop on Apple's latest MacBook Pro with 48GB of memory and 1TB of storage.


The $400 Deal Zone discount brings the price of Apple's M4 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro down to $2,399, with the offer ending today at 8:59 p.m. Pacific Time.

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Gamdias has announced the launch of the Athena P3, its latest mid-tower chassis crafted for gamers and PC enthusiasts. This case is engineered to deliver good airflow and extensive hardware compatibility. It features a mesh-dominant front panel accented by two solid bars, contributing to a streamlined and aggressive aesthetic and ensuring system ventilation.

The Athena P3 has three 140mm PWM ARGB intake fans at the front and a single 140mm PWM ARGB exhaust fan at the rear, positioned to create optimal airflow paths. An interesting design element is the gap-bridging front bracket, engineered to eliminate airflow gaps between the mesh panel and the fan mounts. This ensures a consistent and concentrated stream of cooling air.

For ease of control, the case integrates an 8-port PWM ARGB hub, allowing users to manage fan speeds and lighting effects through motherboard synchronisation or a dedicated LED button. A tempered glass side panel offers a clear, unobstructed view of the internal components.

This case also features a high-speed USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 connector on the top I/O panel, two USB-A 3.0 ports, an LED control button, and HD audio jacks. The chassis can house E-ATX motherboards, graphics cards up to a generous 430mm in length, and power supplies up to 220 mm. As for liquid cooling components, the case offers radiator mounting options, supporting up to a 360/420mm radiator at the front and a 280/360mm radiator at the top. The front and top panels also provide space for three 140/120mm fans, with additional mounting positions on the bottom for 140/120mm fans.

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Sharkoon has unveiled the Skiller SGK50 S4 Gen 2 keyboards. Building on the strengths of its predecessor, the Gen 2 models now offer extensive hot-swap capabilities, alongside the sleek aesthetic of a coiled cable. Enthusiasts will be particularly pleased with the ability to fully customise the keyboard using open-source software like VIA and QMK, while internal enhancements such as a polycarbonate plate and double-layer silicone dampening promise an improved acoustic profile.

The Skiller SGK50 S4 Gen 2 arrives with gaming performance firmly in mind, featuring pre-installed Gateron Yellow linear switches. Moreover, this new version offers more versatility, as it supports any 3-pin or 5-pin mechanical switch, allowing users to experiment and fine-tune their typing experience. Sharkoon even includes the necessary hot-swapping tools right in the box. The keyboard maintains its 60% compact form factor yet retains full functionality through clever key assignment for essential commands. While the Skiller SGK50 S4 traditionally allowed for quick, on-the-fly adjustments without software, the Gen 2 models now push it to the next level thanks to open-source technologies such as VIA and QMK.

A considerable focus has been placed on the keyboard's auditory experience. The Gen 2 version uses a polycarbonate positioning plate and double-layer silicone damping, creating a deeper, more satisfying typing sound that elevates the overall feel. As with all keyboards in the SGK50 series, the S4 Gen 2 features a detachable coiled cable with a USB-C to USB-A connector, adding a touch of sophisticated flair to any desk setup.

Beyond its modern design, compact form factor, and vibrant RGB illumination, the Skiller SGK50 S4 Gen 2 PBT variant comes equipped with the latest linear switches from Gateron and durable, abrasion-resistant PBT keycaps. Moreover, Sharkoon offers the Skiller SGK50 S4 Gen 2 barebone keyboard for those planning to personalise and optimise every aspect of their typing experience from the ground up. The Skiller SGK50 S4 Gen 2 keyboards are now available in black and white. The standard model costs €69.90, the PBT keycap variant goes for €79.90, and the barebone edition is €49.90.

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Supergiant has been hard at work on Hades 2 over the past year. The game's early access period is finally starting to wind down, with the studio putting the finishing touches on the game for PC players, opening the door for an eventual console release.

In the latest Early Access update post, Supergiant confirmed that it is approaching the end of the road and will soon reach Version 1.0 for Hades 2: “After more than a year of Early Access development, we're now starting to prepare for our v1.0 launch! We're heading into the final phase of Hades II development, which involves adding the story's true ending and other finishing touches.”

The game's true ending, in-game achievements and final art will all be put in place for the V1.0 launch. There is no release date yet, but the full game should land on PC this year. As for the console version, Hades 2 is set to be a Switch 2 console exclusive at launch, with PlayStation and Xbox versions to land at a later date.

All of this news follows the release of The Unseen update for Hades 2. This is the third major early access content update for the game. With the way things are going, it may also be the last major update for the game before leaving Early Access.

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At the Xbox Games Showcase last week, Microsoft announced its collaborative PC handheld, the ROG Xbox Ally. Now in a new video shared this week, Xbox president, Sarah Bond, teased the future via a continued partnership with AMD on chips. 

In an update video this week, Bond confirmed that Xbox will once again be partnering with AMD for its next generation Xbox systems. Microsoft first began using AMD APUs in its consoles with the Xbox One, and that partnership has continued with the Xbox Series X/S consoles. The next generation Xbox, which is anticipated to launch by 2028, will also use an AMD chip at the heart of the console.

This new multi-year agreement with AMD may also extend to handhelds. For now, Microsoft is licensing out the Xbox brand to third-parties like Asus to produce handheld systems. However, Microsoft is said to be interested in making its own handheld gaming system, so we may see a custom designed chip for the first-party Xbox handheld.

Sony is also rumoured to be working with AMD on its own next-generation PlayStation console.

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KitGuru Says: It looks like AMD is going to maintain its position as the main chip supplier for home gaming consoles. 

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Earlier this year, Warner Bros made the shocking decision to shut down Monolith Productions, the studio behind the patented ‘Nemesis' system, as well as massive single-player hits like Lord of the Rings: Shadow of Mordor and F.E.A.R. Now, more changes have been announced for the WB Games division, with the company splitting up into a number of divisions. 

WB Games will now double down on its biggest franchises. The publisher is being split up into four divisions to oversee different franchises. One will oversee DC Universe projects, another will focus on Mortal Kombat, another on Harry Potter and a fourth division will lead work on Game of Thrones video games, of which there are surprisingly few on the market.

As you would expect, NetherRealm will fall into the Mortal Kombat division, while Rocksteady will continue to be heavily involved with DC. PortKey Games (Hogwarts Legacy) will be at the Harry Potter division. It is unclear if there is any true creative force behind the new ‘Game of Thrones' division at this stage.

This is all part of a larger restructuring going on at Warner Bros. Discovery. The newly merged company is now splitting up across the board with new divisions focused on streaming, traditional network TV and other key areas of focus.

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KitGuru Says: I hope we start to hear some positive news on what Rocksteady is working on next. A return to Batman would certainly win fans back over. 

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AMD has unveiled the Ryzen Threadripper 9000 series and the Radeon AI Pro 9000 GPU series. These launches address a broad spectrum of use cases, from AI acceleration to professional applications.

As seen on the slides shared by TechPowerUp, the new Threadripper 9000 series leverages the Zen 5 CPU architecture, with “Shimada Peak” specifically being a workstation-optimised variant of the “Turin” MCM that powers AMD's 5th Generation Epyc processors. Meanwhile, the Radeon AI Pro 9000 series harnesses the RDNA 4 graphics architecture found in the Radeon RX 9000 series gaming graphics cards, but adjusted for professional applications.

The Ryzen Threadripper Pro 9000 series pushes the envelope for CPU core counts, scaling up to 96 cores and 192 threads. The Ryzen Threadripper Pro 9000 series package is designed for the AMD Socket TR5, ensuring seamless drop-in compatibility with all existing TR5 motherboards, provided they are running the latest UEFI firmware updates. This new CPU platform offers an 8-channel DDR5 memory interface, effectively providing 16 sub-channels, with native support for ECC DDR5-6400 speeds. While RDIMMs are supported, the platform maintains a limit of one DIMM per channel, allowing a maximum memory capacity of 2 TB.

Regarding SoC I/O, the “Shimada Peak” processors have a 128-lane PCI-Express 5.0 root complex. However, unlike their EPYC counterparts, they do not include CXL capabilities. Nevertheless, architectural tweaks to the SoC result in a notable increase in aggregate PCIe bandwidth compared to its predecessors. Additional features include AMD PRO Management capabilities and AIM-T WLAN support. The Threadripper Pro 9000 WX series will offer a range of processor models, from a 12C/24T entry point to the 96C/192T flagship CPU. All SKUs within this Pro WX series will share a common I/O feature set and maintain a consistent 350W TDP.

This new generation promises a significant uplift in IPC, offering a noticeable performance leap over its Zen 4-powered predecessors. Beyond raw IPC gains, workstation users stand to benefit from the architecture's full 512-bit FPU datapath, which will dramatically accelerate applications reliant on the AVX-512 instruction set. AMD has also upgraded the I/O die to facilitate native DDR5-6400 memory speeds, alongside support for AMD EXPO profiles and CKD. Internally, AMD is touting a substantial 16% performance increase over the Threadripper 7000 series in standard workstation benchmarks, with an impressive 25% surge in SPEC Workstation AI and machine learning benchmarks compared to identical core counts and frequencies.

Alongside the Pro WX series, AMD introduced the Threadripper 9000X HEDT processors. These are tailored for HEDT systems and entry-level workstations. The primary distinction from the Pro 9000 WX series lies in the absence of AMD Pro capabilities and a trimmed I/O feature set. This includes a 4-channel (8 sub-channel) DDR5 memory interface and a more modest 48-lane PCI-Express 5.0 root complex. This HEDT lineup comprises just three SKUs, ranging from 24C/48T up to a potent 64C/128T option. These chips also maintain compatibility with Socket TR5 motherboards. However, half of the memory channels and some PCIe/NVMe slots will be blocked or modified.

Moving on to the GPUs, the new Radeon AI Pro 9000 series represents AMD's top-tier offerings for professional visualisation and AI acceleration. These graphics cards are designed to be deployed singularly or in workstations with up to four cards installed. The flagship of this series, the Radeon AI Pro R9700, features a maxed-out 4 nm “Navi 48” GPU, boasting 64 RDNA 4 CUs that translate to 4,096 stream processors and 128 AI accelerators, and 32GB GDDR6 running at 20Gbps over a 256-bit memory bus for a maximum of 640GB/s of bandwidth, further enhanced by a 64MB 3rd Generation Infinity Cache. Overall, the AMD Radeon AI Pro R9700 delivers up to 191 TFLOPS (FP16 dense) and a 1531 TOPS (INT4 sparse) performance with a 300W TBP.

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Equipped with PixArt's PAW3395 sensor and TTC optical main button switches, NZXT's ambidextrous 56 g Lift Elite Wireless also comes with 8000 Hz wired and 4000 Hz wireless polling, and up to 70 hours of battery life are advertised.

Following a series of problems with its YouTube app for iPhone, Google has now issued an updated version and recommends users reinstall it.


YouTube does still add new features to its iOS app, such as picture-in-picture, and it continues to promise a native app for Apple Vision Pro. But its main YouTube app for iPhone has being malfunctioning over the last few days.

In response to complaints, Google first issued an advisory suggesting that users should delete and reinstall the app. This was said to be a "temporary workaround" while the problems were being investigated.


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The reed pen in iPadOS 26 is not just a stylistic choice, but a tool for the Apple Pencil that opens it up to write Arabic scripts. And, it works great.


The use of the Apple Pencil on iPad is already extremely extensive. In Apple apps that allow users to write or draw in them, there are multiple ways to get the virtual ink onto digital paper.

Felt pens, fine liners, highlighters, erasers, crayons, and even rulers are all available under the Markup tool palette, giving users the opportunity to annotate items however they want.


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Even with Apple Intelligence tools and a fresh look for iOS, most iPhone upgrades happen when the old phone breaks down, not when Apple ships something new.


Apple's WWDC 2025 was packed with announcements. The company unveiled a renumbered iOS, and a new design language.

While it didn't say that much about it at WWDC, Apple's making a big push into artificial intelligence with Apple Intelligence.


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Sega is about to drop support for a series of nine Sega games for the iPhone, with classics including "Crazy Taxi" and "Sonic the Hedgehog 4," but for now they remain free to download and play.


Back in 2017, Sega began issuing free but ad-supported versions of some classic games for iOS under the banner of "Sega Forever." Forever now seems to be about to end, though, as a series of titles have been made completely free — and have a warning about support coming to an end.

Sega has not officially announced this beyond the in-game notices, and there is as yet no detail about when support will end. It's not even clear whether the titles will remain on the App Store, but the warning notice suggests they won't.


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Apple is giving Apple TV a fresh look in tvOS 26, complete with a sleek new Liquid Glass design and some smart new features. Here's what's new, what it looks like, and how it works.


The forthcoming update, which is available for various Apple TV models, is out now as a developer beta. We downloaded it on our Apple TV 4K to try out the new features for ourselves.



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Newly released to developers, Apple Intelligence's transcription tools are fast, accurate, and typically double the speed of OpenAI's longstanding equivalent.


This could be another example of Apple entering a market late but doing it best. Since OpenAI released its Whisper transcription technology in September 2022, it has become the standard model in dozens of apps — but now may not stay that way.

For during WWDC 2025, Apple announced that it was opening up its Apple Intelligence tools to third-party developers. While Apple barely gave any details, and certainly did not promote its transcription tools, developers are now discovering what facilities it brings.


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A change in the display technology used in the iPhone 19 may mean that the screen uses less power, prolonging battery life for users.


The display is one of the components that consumes a high amount of power when used. As changes made to the display can greatly affect battery usage, Apple is keen to keep the screen as power-efficient as possible.

The current iPhone 16 Pro models use a low-temperature polycrystalline oxide (LTPO) OLED display, which is designed to conserve power. However, a tweak to the design will help cut its power draw down more.


Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible


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Big Tech companies including Amazon, Meta, Google, and Microsoft — but not Apple — are lobbying to block US states for forming any AI regulation for the next decade.


The lobbying is being done by trade body Incompas, on behalf of its members, which include major technology firms as well as energy and law firms. Apple is not a member, but it has previously lobbied against similar AI regulation plans in Europe.

According to the Financial Times, none of the four Big Tech firms would comment on the lobbying. But Incompas CEO and former congressman Chip Pickering argues that preventing differing and conflicting AI regulation across the US is essential.


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Apple's ex-chief designer Jony Ive has joined the British Museum as it works to renovate its London buildings and better use digital technologies.


Since leaving Apple, Jony Ive and his LoveFrom firm have become a staple of design in Britain, from designing a royal emblem for King Charles, through a space project logo, and redesigning Comic Relief's famous red nose. Now Ive has been appointed to the board of Trustees of the British Museum.

"It is an extraordinary honour to join the Board of Trustees of the British Museum," Ive said in a statement to AppleInsider. "I have adored the museum since I first visited as a child over fifty years ago."


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Fractal Design is stepping into the gaming headset arena with the Scape – a sleek, wireless headset that brings their signature minimalistic design philosophy to your desk. In this review, we’ll look at everything from comfort and sound quality to battery life, EQ settings, and the included magnetic charging stand to find out if it’s worth the £169.99 asking price.

Timestamps:

00:00 Start
00:44 Pricing and accessories
01:29 The Design / Comfort / Build Quality
03:29 Control dial / switches
04:08 Thoughts / RGB / Interface
06:04 Charging Stand / Cable / Battery Life
08:01 Real World Use
09:18 Specs and EQ
10:51 Microphone and sound test
11:56 Compatibility
12:16 Closing Thoughts

Specifications

• Dimensions without charging stand (WxHxD) – 160 x 195 x 84 mm
• Dimensions with charging stand (WxHxD) -160 x 205 x 90 mm
• Weight – 338 g (314 g excluding microphone)
• Driver – 40 mm Polyetherimide diaphragm with Neodymium magnet
• Battery life (RGB off) >40 hours
• Battery life (RGB on) >24 hours
• Compatibility
  • PC
  • Mac
  • PlayStation 4/5
  • Nintendo Switch
  • iOS/Android
• Frequency response – 20-20 000 Hz
• THD @ 1 kHz – <0,5 %
• Audio Connection modes
  • 2.4 GHz Wireless via USB-A dongle
  • Bluetooth 5.3
  • Wired via USB-C to USB-A cable
• Built-in controls
  • Media Control crown (HID volume, play/pause/next track)
  • Ambient lighting ON/OFF
  • Power button
  • Connection mode switch
  • Mute and microphone noise cancellation button EQ mode button
• Range (Stereo Audio) – Up to 40 meters (unobstructed)
• Charging time 0-100% in docking station – <3 hours
• Charging time 0-100% with USB cable – <3 hours
• Wireless Charging time from 0% to 4h playtime with RGB on – 15 minutes
• RGB type – 6 individually addressable LEDs per cup
• Audio resolution (Dongle) Dongle: 24-bit/96 kHz (Codec: LC3+)
• Microphone types
  • 1 x Detachable microphone: Uni-directional for voice input, Super Wideband protocol with audio frequency 50–16 000 Hz
  • 1 x Built-in microphone: Omni-directional for voice input
  • 1 x Built-in microphone: Omni-directional microphone for noise cancellation
• Windows Dynamic Lighting – Compatible
• Warranty – 2 years
• Included in the box – Headset, charging stand, wireless dongle, 1.5 m USB A to USB C cable, detachable microphone, manual

You can buy the Scape headset from AWD IT for £169.99 HERE.

Pros:

• Clean and neutral design.
• Very convenient charging with the included dock.
• Good directional audio performance.
• No software needed for customisation; everything is web based.
• Comfortable for long gaming sessions.
• Good pricing considering the inclusion of the magnetic charging dock.

Cons:

• Could do with a little more overall volume.
• RGB on a gaming headsets won't be for everyone.

KitGuru says: The Scape is an excellent headset with a truly convenient charging dock included. An excellent audio debut from Fractal Design. 

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Fractal Design Scape: MSRP $199 Fractal Design's first foray into audio is a winning combination of comfort, multi-platform versatiliy, and elegant design, marred only by a somewhat tame maxiumum output level and lack of ANC. Mature Styling Plush & Breathable For A Comfy Fit No Software Utility Needed (Web Setup FTW) Digital Crown...

The Final Fantasy franchise is easily an icon in the gaming space, with 1997’s Final Fantasy VII in particular being viewed as one of the most important titles of all time. Despite the reverence for this classic, in the nearly 30 years since its release, the OG Final Fantasy VII has ‘only’ sold 15 million units.

As part of a recent press release detailing the upcoming arrival of Final Fantasy XVI and FFVII Remake to Xbox, Square Enix offered a surprise update on the original Final Fantasy VII from 1997, writing:

“Since [1997], the game revolving around iconic hero, Cloud Strife and his pursuit of the antagonist Sephiroth has sold over 15.1 million copies worldwide and continues to receive widespread acclaim from critics and fans around the world.”

While 15 million copies is nothing to sniff at, the fact that one of the most iconic video games of all time has been outsold by countless indie titles in mere months is indicative of just how much the games industry has grown over the past few decades.

It will be interesting to see whether the FFVII Remake manages to reach 15 million in due time.

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Of all the classic PlayStation One mascot platformers, Gex is likely one of the least known. Developed by Crystal Dynamics, the trilogy released between 1995 and 1999 and is perhaps best known for its use of different voice actors for its UK and US releases. As part of the recent re-release of the trilogy via LimitedRunGames, an update is slated to add options for both PAL and NTSC audio.

Taking to BlueSky, the official LimitedRunGames page shared the following: “Thank you for making the launch of GEX Trilogy a huge success! It’s been in the works for a while and we’re finally able to announce that the PAL versions of GEX 2 & GEX 3, featuring the voices of Leslie Philips and Danny John-Jules, respectively, will be added in an update!”

Fortunately, fans don’t have to wait long, as the update has already been pushed to Steam, with other platforms said to be following suit “once the patch has completed certification.”

For the uninitiated, the NTSC and PAL versions of Gex differed in multiple ways – not just with the voice actors. Much of the game’s dialogue and writing was also changed, with many of the jokes being adapted to suit each respective region.

As such, having the PAL versions of Gex being made available alongside the NTSC release is welcome to see and makes this trilogy feel like much more of a complete package.

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Each month, Sony updates its PlayStation Plus Extra/Premium libraries with a number of new and returning titles. Unfortunately, at the same time the company also removes games from the service on a monthly basis. With June’s titles now available to download and play, the console maker has announced half a dozen games which are set to leave PS Plus Extra / Premium in July.

In going to the Last chance to play section on the PlayStation 5’s PS Plus tab, subscribers can find a list of 6 titles which are set to be removed from the service next month (likely mid-July):

• Dying Light 2
• Remnant 2
• Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion
• Mount & Blade 2
• Job Simulator
• Vampire: The Masquerade Swansong

Given the relative lack of PSVR titles on PlayStation Plus Extra/Premium, the removal of Job Simulator is disappointing to see.

Of course, beyond that you’ve got Techland’s open-world first-person parkour zombie title Dying Light 2; the co-op focused souls-like with guns Remnant 2 and the current-gen remake of the PSP classic Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion.

While no exact date has been given for their removal, based on previous months, the games above will likely leave PS Plus some time during mid-July – meaning you still have a bit of time to give some of these games a go. That said, with many of these games offering dozens of hours worth of gameplay, you may have to pick and choose, unfortunately.

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Bungie has been quiet on the subject of Marathon since the game's alpha ended earlier this year. The game had been on track for a September launch but today, Sony and Bungie made the surprise announcement that the game has been delayed indefinitely. 

Marathon has been delayed and currently, the game does not have a new release date. Bungie has outlined some key areas of focus for this extra development time, including enhanced visuals, more challenging AI encounters, more dynamic events, proximity chat and actual story content.

This marks a notable shift in strategy. Last year, Concord suffered from negative feedback during its playtests, but rather than delaying the game and making changes, the game was forced to release in August as originally planned. Ultimately, the game flopped and Sony pulled it from sale, before shutting down the studio entirely.

Bungie needs Marathon to be a hit and Sony also needs one of its live service bets to pay off after multiple years of failure. Marathon does not have a new release date yet, but the check list of issues to be addressed before launch reads like a wishlist based on alpha feedback. When Marathon returns, it should be a better, more interesting game.

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KitGuru Says: It sounds like we won't be seeing Marathon again until 2026. if Bungie makes good use of this extra time, Marathon should be a much better game when it is next revealed. 

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The biggest announcement at Microsoft’s recent Xbox Games Showcase was the official unveiling of its ROG Xbox Ally handhelds. That said, aside from a vague release window of later this year, no proper timeline has been shared. According to multiple insiders however, the Xbox Ally is “tentatively” slated to launch in late October – though apparently no prices have been finalised.

Recently, known industry leaker Extas1s claimed that the upcoming ROG Xbox Ally is currently set to launch this October – with the lower-powered Xbox Ally costing $499 and the more premium Ally X going for $799.

Following this, WindowsCentral’s Jez Corden clarified some of the details, stating that while they too have heard that Xbox plans to launch the handhelds in October (specifically later in the month), “Microsoft hasn't yet fully committed to a price point.”

Unlike most video game consoles, the more open nature of the Xbox Ally’s OS means that users aren’t tied down to a single storefront. As such, there is little reason for Microsoft to subsidise the cost of the ROG handhelds.

That said, considering the ‘last-gen’ ROG Ally X costs $899, Microsoft may try to shave a couple dollars off if they wish for their handhelds to be more than an extreme niche. We will have to wait and see.

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Apple's iOS 18 enhances FaceTime & calls with advanced audio modes and cinematic video effects for clearer communication. Here's how — and when — to use them.


FaceTime and phone calls in iOS 18 include three new audio settings, starting with Standard, the standard microphone mode ideal for everyday use and balanced sound.

The second one is Wide Spectrum. It actually includes more of the background noise into the call. Wide Spectrum can make the audio sound more natural, making it the one to useif you're at a birthday party and want to include all the excitement in the background.


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We heard about Phison's new PS5028-E28 controller at CES this year, but until now all we've had to go on were internal benchmarks; not our favourite way to judge performance.  This…

Intel continues to implement rightsizing, or whatever euphemism is currently being used for layoffs, with somewhere between 15-20% of Intel Foundry employees facing unemployment in July.  It's hard to say exactly…

Apple's decision to make macOS Tahoe the last version to support Intel Macs is going to cause enormous problems for OpenCore and Hackintosh users. The communities are taking the news quite well.


Apple's operating system announcements during WWDC 2025 included macOS 26 Tahoe among the inbound fall updates. However, while the version number change and the move to Liquid Glass for the user interface were the main talking points, its support changes were also very important.

Confirmed as part of the WWDC Platforms State of the Union address, macOS Tahoe will be the final release to include support for Intel Macs. Apple's future macOS releases will be just for Apple Silicon Mac models, which it not so subtly hinted developers should finally switch over to if they hadn't already.


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Apple has again managed to avoid paying a massive fee in its long-running Optis iPhone wireless patents lawsuit, with the U.S. Court of Appeals throwing out a $300 million verdict.


Apple has been embroiled in a lawsuit with Optis Wireless Technology since 2019 over a handful of 4G LTE patents since 2019, and it has seen defeat twice. However, thanks to another favorable appeals court decision, it has managed to dodge the fine for a second time.

In a decision from the U.S. Federal Court of Appeals on June 16, the 2022 ruling that resulted in a demand for Apple to pay $300 million in compensation to Optis is to effectively be bounced back to the court in Texas. Reuters reports a new trial is required, due to a procedural issue that affected the result.


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If you're looking for a sleek, high-performance storage solution designed for anyone on the go, Satechi's new Ultra-Slim USB4 NVMe SSD Enclosure might just fit the bill.


Satechi's new enclosure supports SSD sizes 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280 with expandable storage from 1TB, up to 8TB. That makes it ideal for anyone who wants a lot of storage in a small footprint.

Thanks to USB4, the USB4 Slim NVMe SSD Enclosure can transfer files up to 40Gbps, which is roughly eight times faster than USB 3.0. This means you could move ten 4K movies in under 40 seconds or 4,000 high-res images in roughly 30 seconds.


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It’s been a while since Mario upgraded his wheels. To be fair, Mario Kart 8 is a pretty tough act to follow, selling over 75 million copies between its Wii U and Switch iterations, but with the long-awaited launch of the Nintendo Switch 2, the Mushroom Kingdom crew are once again hitting the asphalt in Mario Kart World. Does Mario Kart World successfully expand the beloved franchise's horizons? Or does this open-world variation on the series take a wrong turn? Buckle up racers, it's time to find out... As its title implies, Mario Kart World goes the full-on open-world route, […]

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Fresh details surfaced regarding Intel's Nova Lake-S processor series, painting a clearer picture of what to expect from the company's next-generation desktop processors. While the official name remains unknown, the flagship model is rumoured to pack a significant punch with a whopping 52 cores: 16 P-cores, 32 E-cores, and 4 LP-cores.

Beyond the flagship, and according to chi11eddog, Intel is also reportedly developing a Core Ultra 7 SKU with a 14P+24E configuration, alongside various Core Ultra 5 options featuring 8P+16E, 8P+12E, and 6P+8E configs. The entry-level Core Ultra 3 lineup is expected to include 4P+8E and 4P+4E variants. Note that all desktop SKUs are projected to incorporate four P-Cores. This means the Nova Lake-S series could span a wide range of core counts, from 12 to 52, depending on which configurations Intel rolls out for consumers.

The table below shows the processors in more detail:

Processor	Cores	TDP
Core Ultra 9	52 (16x P + 32 E + 4 LP)	150W
Core Ultra 7	42 (14x P + 24 E + 4 LP)	150W
Core Ultra 5	28 (8x P + 16 E + 4 LP)	125W
Core Ultra 5	24 (8x P + 12 E + 4 LP)	125W
Core Ultra 5	18 (6x P + 8 E + 4 LP)	125W
Core Ultra 3	16 (4x P + 8 E + 4 LP)	65W
Core Ultra 3	12 (4x P + 4 E + 4 LP)	65W

Jaykihn also stated that this next-generation series will support faster memory speeds right out of the box. While the current Arrow Lake-S series officially supports DDR5-6400 memory and can be overclocked to 9200 MT/s, the upcoming desktop series is expected to default to 8000 MT/s. This applies to configurations using 1 DIMM per channel (1DPC) and single-rank memory. Whether this enhanced memory support is due to improvements in the CPU's integrated memory controllers or advancements in the new motherboard platforms remains unclear.

Intel Nova Lake-S, which will most likely be branded under the Core Ultra 300 series, is expected to launch next year.

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GameMax has just unveiled two additions to its desktop case lineup: the Claw 360 and Claw 460. These new enclosures are aimed at gamers and creators looking for a distinctive aesthetic, uncompromising thermal performance, and robust, future-proof compatibility. Both models proudly sport GameMax's new identity, which is immediately noticeable through their aggressive, claw-inspired front panels, sculpted ventilation mesh, and the new brand logo. 

According to TechPowerUp, the Claw 360 is an mATX case built to accommodate the latest hardware, offering support for GPUs up to 420 mm in length. You'll find room for 240 mm ATX PSUs, air coolers up to 175 mm tall, and support for radiators up to 360 mm. Its internal layout is primed for outstanding cooling, supporting up to 12x 120-mm fans, with four pre-installed ARGB/PWM units wired directly to a built-in controller for illumination and speed management. The front I/O panel has a USB-C Gen 2 port and a USB 3.0 connector for connectivity. Moreover, an integrated, height-adjustable GPU support bracket prevents sag of the graphics card.

For those requiring maximum compatibility and expansion capabilities, the Claw 460 is a full-sized ATX case. It mirrors its smaller counterpart's GPU and PSU support, while extending compatibility to ATX motherboards. Like the Claw 360, it leverages a mesh front panel and a vertical airflow system to deliver consistent cooling even during intense periods of use. It can house 12x 120mm fans and has four pre-installed ARGB/PWM fans, complete with an integrated controller for customisable lighting and airflow. Connectivity on the front I/O panel is identical, offering a USB-C Gen 2 and two USB 3.0 ports. Like its compact sibling, the Claw 460 includes a height-adjustable GPU support bracket.

The more compact Claw 360 will hit the market first, with its full-sized sibling, the Claw 460, following suit next month. The Claw 360 will be available for $67.99 in black and $71.99 in white, while the larger Claw 460 will cost $77.99 in black and $81.99 in white.

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The latest GeForce Game Ready driver has dropped. The new driver delivers a ton of fixes for various games, and adds day-one optimisations for Remedy's new game, FBC: Firebreak. The driver also adds support for the new Path Tracing update for DOOM: The Dark Ages.

Today, FBC: Firebreak, Remedy Entertainment’s fully ray-traced co-op action game, launches with day-one support for DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation and all GeForce RTX gamers can activate DLSS Super Resolution to double performance.

And coming tomorrow, DOOM: The Dark Age update adds path tracing and DLSS Ray Reconstruction, amplifying image quality in the critically acclaimed shooter. DOOM: The Dark Ages features always-on ray-traced global illumination lighting – with path tracing, light from the sun, moon, and hellish skyboxes bounces multiple times, illuminating more game elements at a higher level of detail.

Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks and REMATCH both add DLSS today as well.

To support all of these games, Nvidia has rolled out a new Game Ready driver. The new 576.80 driver can now be downloaded directly from Nvidia or via the Nvidia App.

KitGuru Says: This driver update also seems to fix a lot of flicker and stability issues in various games, so if you've been having issues lately, hopefully this driver will fix things up.

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Montech announced the launch of its latest air cooler series, the NX400. This new entry-level offering is poised to shake up the single-tower air cooling market, promising to redefine expectations for thermal regulation in its class, integrating a compact but dense heatsink and a newly engineered high-static pressure fan.

At the core of the NX400's cooling capabilities lies its enhanced heatsink, featuring 52 fins aligned with the heat pipes to optimise heat transfer. Further boosting its cooling prowess is the newly developed E28 fan. This 28-mm-thick, high-static-pressure fan has been specifically engineered for air cooling applications, ensuring powerful airflow while simultaneously minimising turbulence.

 

Available in both ARGB and non-ARGB variants, the NX400 coolers' fans come with premium corner-covered footpads that dampen vibration, ensuring stable operation and reducing noise. A sleek, glossy striped cover on the top of the cooler adds a clean finishing touch, enhancing visual appeal without dominating the overall aesthetic of the cooler and the build.

Montech designed the NX400 with broad compatibility in mind, ensuring it supports popular CPU platforms and is compatible with most PC cases. The standard version of the Montech NX400 is now available for $25.90, and the ARGB variant is priced at $29.90.

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At Computex 2025 a couple of weeks back, AMD revealed its latest CPUs and GPUs for high end desktops (HEDT) and the professional workstation market, the Ryzen Threadripper 9000 and Radeon AI Pro 9000 series. As you’re probably aware, the Threadripper 9000 series and latest Radeon AI Pro are based on the Zen 5 and RDNA 4 architectures,...

Apple's rumored smart home display has surfaced in a new leak, one sourced from code in the developer beta for iOS 18.6.


Apple is working on new hardware designed for use in a smart home, according to many rumors. While there are expectations for a Home Hub device to eventually arrive, a new leak brings hope for a release sooner rather than later.

Assets included as part of the first iOS 18.6 developer beta have been discovered, reports 9to5Mac on Tuesday. The filename "apple-logo-1088@2x~home.png" provides information that could be clues about the future device.


Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely


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Prime Day 2025 is coming soon, with a surprise being an extension of the sale. But if you're in the market for a new Apple device now, there are plenty of discounts in effect offering up to $400 off.


It's official — Amazon Prime Day 2025 will kick off on July 8. But a change has been added to the mix, with the mega shopping event running for four days instead of two.

Get early Prime Day deals


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While other tech companies rush to dominate artificial intelligence with bold promises and uneven results, Apple is building something slower, quieter, and more durable.


Out of curiosity I tested Apple Intelligence using the new Shortcuts action in iOS 26. Apple mentioned this feature at WWDC 2025, but it didn't get much attention during the keynote.

The Shortcuts action gives users direct access to Apple's large language model. You can choose the smaller on-device version or the more capable cloud model running in Apple's private compute environment.


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The annual Apple Back to School deals are live, but while free AirPods or Magic Keyboards are nice to get with purchase, you really should consider shopping around for better offers.


Apple's Back to School promotion for people in higher education has launched in the United States. Building on top of the usual special pricing for education users, the promotion offers a little bit extra for education users gearing up for the academic year ahead.

However, while the 2024 Back to School offers were gift cards, Apple is instead offering a selection of accessories to go with a selection of its products. Something that may not necessarily be that great a deal for consumers.


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Adobe's Firefly platform now includes a mobile app, support for additional generative AI models, and enhanced collaborative ideation tools.


Firefly's new app for iOS and Android allows users to generate and edit images or videos using text prompts. Features include image-to-video generation, object removal, background extension, and direct editing with AI tools like Generative Fill and Generative Expand.

Users can switch between Adobe's own models and third-party models from providers such as OpenAI and Google.


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The Apple Original Film "F1 The Movie" used the iPhone in an unusual way, by using components typically used in the smartphone to create a custom camera.


The videography that goes into major films is often filled with custom tech, all to achieve the perfect shot the director wants. While the industry is very familiar with many different types of hardware, from modular cameras to action cams, one of the cameras used in "F1" relied a lot more on Apple's technology than normal.

Hinted at by CEO Tim Cook during a June 11 interview promoting the "F1" film for Apple TV+, the camera revealed by Wired is essentially an iPhone. Albeit one that has been heavily customized for the project.


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After initially dismissing a proposed class action lawsuit over Apple's allegedly forcing users to use iCloud, a judge has now accepted further evidence and ruled that the case must continue.


Originally filed in March 2024, the class action complaint accused Apple of violations the Sherman Act and the Clayton act. The allegation is that Apple has established "an illegal monopoly" because of its requiring Apple device users to use its iCloud backup.

A year later in March 2025, US District Judge Eumi Lee in San Jose, California, dismissed the case. However, she allowed that the plaintiffs could file an amended case, and according to Reuters, they have now done so.


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A Today at Apple session with the makers of Apple TV+ hit "Severance" was capped by a surprise visit from Tim Cook and Brad Pitt, as Apple's "F1" promotion tour continues to ramp up.


Despite spending a billion on films every year, Apple has been criticized for letting movies flop through a lack of marketing. There's no possibility of that criticism being repeated now, as the new Apple Original movie "F1" is practically being pushed as hard as a new iPhone.

The latest promotion was a special edition of the company's Today at Apple in-store workshops, this time at the New York Fifth Avenue Apple Store. Attendees turned up to hear from the cast and crew of "Severance."


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The second wave of titles for Game Pass in June 2025 has just been revealed. For the rest of this month, Game Pass subscribers can look forward to more Warcraft, Call of Duty and indie hits like Against the Storm. 

While announced previously, today marks the availability of Remedy's new multiplayer game, FBC: Firebreak, as well as Crash Bandicoot 4 on Game Pass. There will be much more coming to the library from Activision Blizzard this month as well.

Here is the full list of titles coming to Game Pass over the next couple of weeks:

• Star Trucker (Xbox Series X/S) – June 18th
• Wildfrost (Console) – June 18th
• Rematch (Cloud, PC, Xbox Series X/S) – June 19th
• Volcano Princess (Cloud, Console and PC) – June 24th
• Against the Storm (Cloud and Console) – June 26th
• Warcraft 1 & 2 Remastered (PC) – June 26th
• Warcraft 3 Reforged (PC) – June 26th
• Call of Duty: WWII (Console and PC) – June 30th
• Little Nightmares 2 (Cloud, Console and PC) – July 1st
• Rise of the Tomb Raider (Cloud, Console and PC) – July 1st

As always, a small number of titles will be leaving Game Pass at the end of the month. From June 30th, the following games will no longer be available:

• Arcade Paradise (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Journey to the Savage Planet (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• My Friend Peppa Pig (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Robin Hood: Sherwood Builders (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• SteamWorld Dig (Cloud and Console)
• SteamWorld Dig 2 (Console and PC)

The good news is that if you do want to continue playing any of these games, you can buy it at a 20% discount before it leaves Game Pass.

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A few weeks ago, Randy Pitchford caused quite the commotion thanks to his comments on the potential for Borderlands 4 to cost $80. After all of that, the game won't cost $80 after all.

Pre-orders for Borderlands 4 have now gone live. The standard version of the game will cost $69.99 on Xbox, PlayStation and Switch 2. On PC, the game is £59.99 via Steam in the UK. It is also worth noting that the Switch 2 version will not be available at launch on September 12th. The Switch 2 version does not currently have a release date.

Of course, there are pricey deluxe and collector's editions as well, which include extra cosmetic DLCs, but nothing particularly major. Currently there does not appear to be a ‘season pass' for the game, although paid DLCs are going to be available eventually.

Later down the line, Borderlands 4 will receive a mix of paid and free DLCs. New characters will likely be reserved for paid DLC, but exact details on post-launch content plans will arrive at a later date.

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There are some great freebies to claim in June through Amazon Prime Gaming. From June 17th, those with an Amazon Prime subscription can claim DRM-free GOG codes for several classic games, including last year's Tomb Raider I-III Remaster. 

Today, six more free games are available to claim through Prime Gaming, all part of an increased effort ahead of Prime Day 2025. Tomb Raider I-III Remastered is the headlining game for me, and the second set of remasters, covering Tomb Raider IV-VI, is available to buy on the cheap, so you can easily complete your collection of classic Tomb Raider games.

The Tomb Raider remaster, TOEM, Star Wars: Rebellion, Saints Row 2 and Saints Row IV are all available to claim for your GOG account. For those who don't know, GOG is an independent digital game store that specialises in DRM-free games. It was initially started by the founders behind CD Projekt Red.

Dungeons of the Endless: Definitive Edition is also available to claim, but you'll need to access this title through the Amazon Games App.

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BattleBit Remastered surprised many when it released back in 2023, offering a robust Battlefield-esque FPS experience with low-poly characters. Unfortunately, the game stopped receiving any updates over a year ago, leading many to believe it had been abandoned. In a welcome announcement, the BattleBit team have teased ‘Operation Overhaul’.

Releasing a brief teaser trailer to YouTube with the description simply reading “soon,” Operation Overhaul appears to be the long awaited update which BattleBit Remastered fans have been waiting for.

For context, BattleBit Remastered was released in Early Access back in 2023. Developed by a small team of three, the game saw near immediate success – selling almost two million copies in its first two weeks.

As mentioned however, the game had not seen any updates in over a year, leading many to fear it had been abandoned. The team did previously claim to be working on some pretty big changes, however the lack of news had led to BattleBit receiving a ‘Mostly Negative’ recent reception on Steam.

While there is no date given nor any proper details on what to expect, the fact that the long awaited overhaul is actually real and on its way could very well give BattleBit Remastered a second chance at life. We will have to wait and see.

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Following a lengthy hiatus, the Crash Bandicoot series returned in 2017 with the PS4 remake of the OG Crash Bandicoot trilogy – which went on to sell over 20 million copies. In a similar vein, 2019’s Crash Team Racing: Nitro-Fueled has reached a milestone of its own: officially selling over 10 million copies.

Making the announcement on its socials, the official Crash Bandicoot page wrote: “BOO-YAH! This one calls for a victory lap” alongside an image revealing that Crash Team Racing: Nitro-Fueled has officially “sold through” 10 million units globally.

Considering the fact that Nitro-Fueled is a remake of the 1999 PSOne classic, 10 million units is a major achievement – especially as the game never made its way to PC for whatever reason; stuck on the PS4, Xbox One and Switch.

As mentioned, since the revival of Crash Bandicoot back in 2017, we’ve seen a decent number of games released, with 2019’s Crash Team Racing being followed up by Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time in 2020; Crash Bandicoot: On the Run (for mobile) in 2021 and most recently Crash Team Rumble back in 2023.

Of these titles, only the N.Sane Trilogy and Nitro-Fueled have had any sales data shared, and so it is safe to assume that CTR represents the second best-selling Crash title since the franchise’s revival.

Given the fact that Crash remakes seem to perform significantly better than original releases, it will be interesting to see where the series goes from here.

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