Last week, reports claimed that the unannounced RTX 5050 desktop graphics card may use GDDR7 memory, potentially due to high market demand for GDDR6 memory modules. Now, the rumours have reversed course, with claims that board partners are using GDDR6 memory for upcoming RTX 5050 graphics cards. 

A new report from Benchlife (via VideoCardz) mentions the actual vendors of these GDDR6 memory modules. Samsung is reportedly lined up as the primary supplier for RTX 5050 memory, with SK Hynix also on the list to provide modules at a later stage. Furthermore, Benchlife has corroborated the card's SKU and board number as PG152-F01 SKU 50, with “F01” potentially indicating an internal version designation for one of Nvidia's board partners.

The performance figures for the RTX 5050's GDDR6 memory remain unknown, but given the rumoured specifications, one could assume it will be similar to an RTX 4060. Based on previous reports, the RTX 5050 will pack 8GB of VRAM across a 128-bit memory bus, 2560 CUDA cores, and a 130W TDP.

KitGuru says: Given its rumoured specifications, what MSRP do you expect from the RTX 5050?

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Seagate has launched the first 4TB Storage Expansion Card for Xbox Series X|S. This new capacity option is designed to confront the ever-growing storage demands faced by Xbox console users globally and remove the need for users to delete titles to make way for new ones. 

With AAA titles often exceeding 100GB in file size, additional storage has become increasingly more important. Seagate's new 4TB Storage Expansion Card directly addresses this by enabling Xbox gamers to download and instantly play their games without the threat of running out of space. Developed in partnership with Xbox, this expansion card boasts plug-and-play simplicity, delivers fast load times, and integrates with the console's architecture.

The core benefit of this new offering is the massive storage capacity that allows users to save and play even the largest games. It offers seamless integration, mirroring the speed and performance of the Xbox Series X|S's internal SSD. Moreover, the drive is fully compatible with the Xbox Velocity Architecture, allowing Xbox Series X|S optimised games to be played directly from the expansion card without losing visuals, latency, load times, or framerates.

With the introduction of this 4TB option, players now have the flexibility to choose between 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB capacities, allowing them to choose the storage solution that perfectly matches their needs. The 4TB Seagate Storage Expansion Card for Xbox Series X|S is available now, priced at $499.99.

KitGuru says: Do you own an Xbox Series X|S? Would you consider a 4TB expansion card, or would you be happy with 1TB or 2TB of extra space? 

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SDC has just taken monitor refresh rates to the next level with its “Flash 540-Meta” OLED gaming panel. While the name seems to imply a 540Hz refresh rate, this screen is actually capable of refresh rates as high as 720Hz. 

The “Flash 540-Meta” display uses a fourth-generation LG OLED panel with a 2560×1440 resolution, 0.03ms response time, and 540Hz refresh rate as standard. However, by enabling OC mode, the refresh rate can be pushed up to 720Hz. The 720Hz “special mode” is targeted at competitive users, though it will likely necessitate a reduction in resolution to achieve such speeds, you'll also need a very high-end PC, even for less demanding titles. With a peak brightness of 1500 nits, 99.5% DCI-P3 colour coverage, and HDR TB 500 certification, the display offers a static contrast ratio of 1.5 million to 1. In addition, it features an anti-glare coating with a mere 2% reflectivity.

Connectivity options are below what one would expect from a high-end monitor with these specs. The SDC monitor inputs rely on DisplayPort 1.4 and HDMI 2.1, rather than the newer DisplayPort 2.1 or HDMI 2.2 standards, meaning that 1440p at 720Hz on these ports would likely require Display Stream Compression (DSC).

The “Flash 540-Meta” OLED panel is built to last, with a lifetime rating of 30,000 hours. Its design includes a four-sided ultra-narrow bezel and a CNC-anodised aluminium back panel for efficient heat conductivity. With an estimated price tag of around 150,000 yen (approximately £770), SDC's ultra-high refresh OLED monitor is likely an exclusive for Asian countries. Still, similar panels from other brands might make their way to the West in the years ahead.

KitGuru says: The feasibility of consistently maintaining such extreme refresh rates remains questionable. Current flagship hardware can certainly do it in select games at low resolutions, but those are the exception.

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Each week, Nvidia provides an update on the latest games launching with DLSS. This week is shaping up to be one of the biggest of the year, with eight titles being announced with DLSS support, including the newly launched survival hit, Dune Awakening.

Dune Awakening is available now on Steam, following several days of early access for pre-order customers. The game has already achieved staggering player numbers and solid reviews from those who took part in the early access period. The game is one of the latest to make use of Nvidia's latest DLSS 4 technology, including Multi-Frame generation for RTX 50 GPUs and standard Frame Gen for RTX 40 GPUs. Those on older RTX GPUs will still benefit from the improved visuals achieved with the latest DLSS transformer model.

An older title in the roster, Marvel's Spider-Man 2, is also getting a tech upgrade this week. The game launched on PC earlier this year with DLSS 3 and Frame Generation. Now, the game is updating to DLSS 4 and Multi-Frame Generation. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, a showcase for ray-tracing technology, just had its first expansion announced too, so RTX GPU users will continue to benefit from DLSS in that game.

Later in the week, former PS5 exclusive, Stellar Blade, will launch on PC and it will support DLSS 4 at launch, so RTX 50 GPU owners can make use of Multi-Frame Generation to increase frame rates by up to 3.4X. Nvidia claims the RTX 5090 will be able to push as much as 540 frames per second in this game, while the RTX 5080 will push the FPS counter over 300.

Launching today is MindsEye, the new game from Build a Rocket Boy, a new studio founded by former Red Dead Redemption and GTA producer, Leslie Benzies. The game will sport DLSS 4 with Multi-Frame Generation, DLAA and Nvidia Reflex at launch. Through the Nvidia app, you'll also be able to force the game to use the latest transformer AI model for improved visuals.

The final games on this week's list are Mecha Break, Rematch and Dragonkin: The Banished. All three titles are launching soon with DLSS support.

KitGuru Says: Are you installing any of this week's new games?

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MindsEye, the new game from former Rockstar producer, Leslie Benzies, is about to have a somewhat complicated launch. The game releases on PC and consoles today but will require a day-one patch to play ‘as intended'. Unfortunately, this patch will not be made available to those buying the game on Xbox. 

If you buy MindsEye on Xbox at launch today, you won't get the necessary day-one patch. According to the studio, differing certification policies are to blame, but most developers have little issue lining up their launch patches across platforms, so I think it is more likely that the update was submitted past a deadline date, which could in turn indicate a somewhat rushed launch.

The studio says that this particular update is necessary to play MindsEye ‘as intended' as it contains key refinements. However, Build a Rocket Boy also says that it will be looking to ‘grow the game' with the players, so feedback after launch could lead to more changes.

This crucial game update for MindsEye will be available to PC and PlayStation players as soon as the game unlocks tonight. There is no word on when it will arrive on Xbox but it should be within the week.

KitGuru Says: Are you grabbing MindsEye this week? 

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The latest generation of be quiet! Pure Power M power supplies have arrived. The new Pure Power 13 M units make improvements to achieve the spec for the latest ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 standards,

Today, be quiet is launching the Pure Power 13 M series of power supplies. There will be five models available, offering wattages of 550W, 650W, 750W, 850W and 1000W. Each Puwer Power 13 M features a single 12V rail for consistent power delivery and fully modular cables.

These PSUs also pack native 12V-2×6 support, something worth noting for those with an RTX 40 or RTX 50 series graphics card, or those looking to future proof for a future GPU upgrade. On the 550W model, you get 1x 300W 12V-2×6 cable, this jumps up to 450W on the 650W model, while the 750W, 850W and 1000W units get a 600W 12V-2×6 cable. This makes sense, as you are likely to be pairing a lower wattage PSU with a lower power graphics card, making the 550W and 650W models ideal for those going with an RTX 5060, or the rumoured RTX 5050.

The new be quiet! Pure Power 13 M power supplies are now available, priced at €94.90 (550W), €109.90 (650W), €119.90 (750W), €139.90 (850W) and €169.90 (1000W).

KitGuru Says: Are you currently shopping around for a PSU for a new PC build? 

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At the Xbox Games Showcase this week, Microsoft officially announced this year's Call of Duty game – Black Ops 7. Microsoft has a legal agreement with Nintendo to release COD titles on Nintendo consoles for the next decade but so far, Black Ops 7 appears to a no-show.

As part of Microsoft's push to get its Activision Blizzard acquisition through regulatory hurdles, the company signed a number of binding agreements with platform holders like Sony and Nintendo to ensure equal access to the Call of Duty IP for the next decade. Microsoft completed its acquisition of Activision Blizzard in late 2023 but many assumed Microsoft would be waiting for the Switch 2 before bringing Call of Duty over to a Nintendo console.

However, the Switch 2 is now officially on the market and Black Ops 7 has now been announced for PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4 and PS5, with no mention of Nintendo in sight.

According to sources speaking with Kotaku, Microsoft and Nintendo are “still committed” to getting Call of Duty back on Nintendo platforms. So far, there have been no complaints from Nintendo's side, so chances are the explanations for the delay are reasonable. The Switch 2 is a brand-new system and Nintendo was very selective with which studios got early access. It is entirely possible that Activision only just recently got set up with development kits and no longer has time to port Black Ops 7 to Switch 2 in time for launch.

It is also possible that Nintendo has its own marketing plans and would prefer to announce any Xbox-published titles for Switch 2 during a Nintendo Direct. Rumour has it that Microsoft has big plans for Switch 2 support, so we are expecting at least a few announcements before the end of the year.

KitGuru Says: Considering that COD titles are still releasing on last-gen Xbox and PlayStation consoles, I expect that the Switch 2 will be quite capable of running these games. We couldn't really say the same for the Switch 1, which had much weaker hardware under the hood.

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Back in 2023, following the box office success of Super Mario Bros., Nintendo officially announced its plans to make a Legend of Zelda movie. An early 2027 release date was confirmed previously but now with filming set to begin, Nintendo has revised the release date.

Unlike the Super Mario Bros. movie, Nintendo's Legend of Zelda film will be live-action. Some reports have previously claimed that there are plans for a trilogy, not just one standalone movie, but there is no official confirmation on that at this time.

Zelda co-creator, Shigeru Miyamoto, is involved in the film from Nintendo's side. In an update shared this week, Miyamoto said that due to “production reasons” the film's release date has been pushed back several weeks to May 7th 2027:

“This is Miyamoto. For production reasons, we are changing the release date of the live-action film of The Legend of Zelda to May 7, 2027. It will be some weeks later than the release timing we originally announced, and we will take the extra time to make the film as good as it can be. Thank you for your patience.”

Considering this news, we should get the first trailer for the Zelda film in 2026, and once filming begins, we should find out more about the cast of the film. Currently, we have no idea which actors will be involved in lead roles.

KitGuru Says: Zelda can certainly work in live-action. It will be interesting to see the first pieces of the film in the months ahead.

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Microsoft confirmed earlier in the year that it would be pricing some of its newest titles at $80 moving forward. Now, it turns out that The Outer Worlds 2 will be leading that charge as the first $80 Xbox game. 

At the Xbox Games Showcase this week, we got a new trailer for The Outer Worlds 2, as well as a lengthy gameplay deep dive that showcased some of the exciting new weapons and abilities available in the sequel. Fans can also expect improved worldbuilding, including an in-universe propaganda system that will tell stories of your travels with various forms of editorial spin on them depending on the corp behind the radio station.

While the game is looking good, we have been told in the past that The Outer Worlds 2 will have a similar scope to the first game, making it a smaller, focused RPG with a shorter development cycle to AAA. The Outer Worlds 1 was a poster child for the types of games that can be made on a smaller budget. Now years later, Microsoft has decided to make The Outer Worlds 2 the poster child for $80 games.

There is one saving grace on the Xbox and PC side, and that is Game Pass. Few people are going to be able to spend $80 on each brand new release, but many more people will be able to afford a month or two of Game Pass Ultimate, thus granting them access to these more expensive games at a lower price.

KitGuru Says: I'm really not sure that smaller studios like Obsidian, Compulsion and Ninja Theory should be part of this $80 push, but Microsoft has spent a lot of money growing Xbox over the past seven years, and they do need to start recouping that money at a faster rate. 

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The Nintendo Switch 2 had an impressive amount of stock for its launch weekend but ultimately, it did sell out in most places within the first 24 hours. Now, analysts are claiming record-breaking sales numbers for Nintendo's latest console. 

The Nintendo Switch 2 has apparently sold as many as 3 million units worldwide since the launch on June 5th, according to Nintendo Prime. That would beat out Sony's PS4 record, which sold one million units in its first 24 hours.

Nintendo forecasts over 15 million Switch 2 sales during the current fiscal year, ending in March 2026. If it has already sold 3 million, then that would put it on track to achieving that goal. However, Nintendo will need to be capable of constantly replenishing stocks around the globe.

KitGuru Says: Did any of you pick up a Switch 2 already? Are you happy with it so far? 

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AMD officially announced two new additions to its Ryzen Z2 line of APUs: the Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme and the Ryzen Z2A. These are the same two APUs used in the recently announced Asus ROG Xbox Ally systems.

The Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme is an upgraded version of the Z2 Extreme, aimed at high-end handhelds. The “AI” designation signifies that its NPU (Neural Processing Unit) will be enabled, a part previously deactivated in the original Ryzen Z1 series. This NPU is based on the XDNA2 processor, and its activation is expected to be beneficial as AI integration in gaming becomes more prevalent. Other specifications for the Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme remain consistent with its predecessor, featuring an 8C/16T Zen5 CPU (out of 12 available cores), 16 RDNA 3.5CUs for its iGPU (Radeon 890M), 15-35W cTDP and LPDDR5x-8000 memory support.

Concurrently, AMD confirmed the Ryzen Z2A. This APU features four Zen2 CPU cores with eight threads and an 8-CU RDNA2 iGPU. Unlike other Ryzen Z2 processors, the Z2A will have a reduced TDP of 6-20W. Also worth noting is that memory support is limited to LPDDR5-6400. AMD states that the Ryzen Z2A is designed to target long-lasting mobile PC gaming.

The first systems to feature these new APUs are the Asus ROG Xbox Ally X, which will use the Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme, and the ROG Xbox Ally, which will be powered by the Ryzen Z2A.

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KitGuru says: These APUs are currently only announced to be used in the Asus ROG Xbox Ally handhelds, but they aren't exclusive, so we should see more handhelds powered by these chips over the next year. 

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MSI Afterburner has long been a popular overclocking tool for PC enthusiasts. Currently, the software lacks support for AMD's latest generation RX 9000 series graphics cards, but that is set to change with an upcoming update. 

Usually, the development of Afterburner's compatibility with new hardware hinges on MSI providing sample graphics cards to Unwinder (via VideoCardz). However, with MSI not currently producing RX 9000 series cards, the developer had no samples to work with to enable support for AMD's current-generation offerings.

Despite this, strong public demand for RDNA 4 compatibility and a clear desire to uphold Afterburner's reputation as a valuable cross-vendor utility ultimately prompted Unwinder to act independently. The developer reportedly purchased a PowerColor RX 9070 XT card to develop the software needed to update MSI Afterburner. This ensures that users will see support for RX 9070 XT cards in future versions of MSI Afterburner, maintaining the tool's broad appeal and functionality across AMD and Nvidia platforms.

While you wait for the MSI Afterburner update, AMD Software should be able to fulfil your monitoring and overclocking needs.

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KitGuru says: Do you have an AMD RX 9000 graphics card? What GPU monitoring and overclocking utility have you been using on your system?

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Ubisoft has officially announced Anno 117: Pax Romana, the next chapter in the long-running city-building strategy series. Gamers can mark their calendars for November 13th, when the game will drop for PC, PS5 and Xbox. To celebrate the announcement, a brand-new cinematic trailer has been released.

Anno 117: Pax Romana casts players as a Roman governor in 117 AD, granting them the power to shape the empire's future. The core premise revolves around fundamental choices that dictate your leadership style: will your influence expand through the peaceful avenues of commerce and agriculture, or will you opt for territorial gains through military might? The game challenges players to weigh the costs and benefits of peace against the allure of power, leaving the path of governance entirely in their hands.

As governor, you'll be tasked with building and nurturing your towns, navigating a narrative-rich adventure filled with branching decisions and multiple gameplay approaches. Players will venture into unexplored regions of the Roman Empire, tending to the two provinces under their stewardship: Latium and Albion. Each province will present its own opportunities and challenges, pushing players to strategise and expand their authority to capitalise on them. A central theme of Anno 117: Pax Romana is the profound impact of your decisions on your community. Your choices will directly influence your people's destiny during the era of Pax Romana.

While the launch date is set, Ubisoft has yet to disclose the game's PC system requirements. The game is now available to pre-order.

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KitGuru says: Are you a fan of Anno games? Are you planning to pre-order Anno 117?

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Well over half a decade ago now, Hollow Knight Silksong was officially announced. Since then, fans have been eagerly anticipating the next game from Team Cherry. 6 years later and the game remains as elusive as ever. That said, we now have confirmation that Silksong is planned to launch some time this year – before the holiday season.

In the past few weeks there has been quite a bit of behind-the-scenes activity going on with Hollow Knight Silksong in the Steam back-end, leading many to believe some form of announcement was impending.

Sure enough, during the Xbox Game showcase, Microsoft officially showed off Silksong running on the company’s new partnered handheld the ROG Xbox Ally alongside confirmation that the title will be available by the time the system is released.

That said, no release date was given for the system, and so no release window was provided for Silksong. Fortunately, following the showcase, Team Cherry’s PR and Marketing manager ‘Matthew Griffin’ took to Discord to confirm that Silksong is “not tied to a console release” alongside the fact that the game is schedule to arrive sometime “BEFORE Holiday” 2025 – seemingly suggesting late Autumn as the furthest point.

Regardless, after half a decade of waiting, Hollow Knight Silksong is truly, finally almost upon us.

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KitGuru says: What did you think of the Xbox Showcase? Were you expecting to see Hollow Knight Silksong? What month do you think the game will release? Let us know down below.

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Super Meat Boy first released over 15 years ago and became an instant hit through the Xbox Live Arcade on Xbox 360. Now, the gore-filled platformer is making a grand return, this time in 3D. 

Super Meat Boy 3D was officially announced last night during the Xbox Games Showcase. The original 2D platformer became a hit due to its tight controls, punishing difficulty and instant respawn system. Now, players get to run through the gauntlet once again, but this time in full 3D.

It is rare to see a 3D platformer with the same level of quality as a Super Mario game, but Super Meat Boy 3D looks to check all of the right boxes to achieve exactly that. Unlike the original game's 2D side-scrolling layout, the 3D version allows for more verticality and multi-layered levels, giving players multiple routes and enhancing replay value, especially for speed runners.

Sometimes the transition from 2D to 3D can be a tricky one to pull off as far as art is concerned, but the transition here looks as perfect as one could expect. For the first time in the series, players will also be challenged by new mini-bosses and large-scale battles, adding more complexity to the game overall.

Super Meat Boy 3D will be releasing in ‘early 2026' for PC, PS5 and Xbox. On the Xbox side of things, the game will be a day-one release for Game Pass.

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KitGuru Says: Will you be picking up Super Meat Boy 3D when it drops next year? 

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The Xbox Games Showcase had some fantastic surprises. From the hefty gameplay reveal for Clockwork Revolution, to the return of an indie classic in Super Meat Boy 3D. One of the best trailers of the show is not being talked about enough though, as MUDANG: Two Hearts looks to offer the best of Splinter Cell and F.E.A.R. in one package.

MUDANG: Two Hearts is a new game from South Korean game developer, EVR Studios. The first trailer for the game dropped last night, promising high-octane stealth action, with supernatural thriller elements:

The game is set in a near-future version of South Korea, in a time where the North and South are about to unite once again. On the day of this historic reunification, a terrorist group attacks and sends the nation into chaos.

The gameplay trailer showcases clear inspiration from the great stealth games of the past, like Splinter Cell. The inspiration is so clear to me that I'm not really sure what else to say about it. This main character quite literally looks like South Korean Sam Fisher with the tactical gear, wall climbing, tunnel crawling and silent pistols. The supernatural thriller elements add in a dash of F.E.A.R. flavour for good measure.

MUDANG: Two Hearts is due to release in 2026 for Xbox, PC and PS5. The game will also be streamable via Xbox Cloud, and presumably other services too, but we won't get confirmation on that until closer to launch.

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KitGuru Says: It is about time some new developers swooped in to fill the massive Splinter Cell-shaped hole in the gaming market.

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Almost exactly a year ago, Evil Empire (one of the teams behind Dead Cells) released The Rogue Prince of Persia in early access. Published by Ubisoft, this side-scrolling platforming rogue-lite has seen consistent updates in the months since, taking what was already an excellent game and making it even more fun. Now, one year on and countless improvements later, The Rogue Prince of Persia is finally leaving Early Access this August.

Making the announcement during the PC Gaming Show, Evil Empire released a new trailer alongside the confirmation that The Rogue Prince of Persia will officially hit version 1.0 sometime this upcoming August.

Taking to its Steam page, the team teased the content of this final 1.0 release, writing: “we need to finally finish the story, so we'll be adding an extra biome at the same stage as the Tower of Oblivion and the Temple, as well as a final biome and of course the big bad final boss – the infamous King Nogai – PLUS the ‘third act' of the story which has a true ending to discover and where you'll finally meet the Prince's father, the King of Persia. On top of that there'll be new enemies, weapons etc – the usual goodies!”

As mentioned, The Rogue Prince of Persia was already one of the most satisfying side-scrolling rogue-like metroidvanias around – before any updates were released. Since then, the game has only gone from strength to strength. It will be interesting to see what final touches the team at Evil Empire have in store for the game.

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KitGuru says: What did you think of the PC Gaming Show? Have you checked out The Rogue Prince of Persia? Are you looking forward to the 1.0 release? Let us know down below.

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A few years ago, a number of CD Projekt Red developers, including the director behind The Witcher 3, left the company to form a new studio, Rebel Wolves. At the start of this year, their first game was revealed to be The Blood of Dawnwalker. Last night during the Xbox Games Showcase, we finally got our first look at the game in action. 

The Blood of Dawnwalker is the first new game from the former Witcher 3 developers at Rebel Wolves studio, also based in Poland. We already knew that this game would be an RPG, but more specifically, it is a dark fantasy RPG centred around vampires. Following a cinematic trailer released earlier in the year, we now have a full gameplay trailer:

The Blood of Dawnwalker may have had its gameplay reveal at the Xbox Games Showcase, but it is not a console exclusive. The game will also be coming to PS5, and PC. There is no firm release date yet, but it will be arriving sometime in 2026, assuming there are no delays down the line.

The game is developed in Unreal Engine 5. In the game, players will take on the role of Coen, a young man turned into a Dawnwalker, forever treading the line between the world of day and the realm of night. Using your skills and vampire powers, you'll face off against foes both supernatural and human.

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KitGuru Says: This game is looking good so far. Hopefully we'll get some release date news in the not too distant future. 

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The Outer Worlds released back in 2019 to a solid amount of fanfare – with the Obsidian Entertainment-developed RPG featuring an interesting blend of Bethesda Game Studios-styled design alongside the choice-based freedom which titles such as Fallout New Vegas offered. The Outer Worlds 2 looks to be leaning further into the gameplay stylings of its contemporaries – with the game confirmed to offer both a first and 3rd-person perspective option.

During The Outer Wilds 2 showcase (following the conclusion of the Xbox Games presentation,) Obsidian Entertainment confirmed that the upcoming RPG is the biggest game they’ve worked on.

As part of this, the sequel is set to include the option to play in first-person (as was the case with the previous game) – while also offering a 3rd-person mode.

Similar to a majority of titles which include the option, the first-person mode will likely be the primary way to play (considering shooters are often more satisfying in a FPP). That said, having more options is always welcome, and could lead to an influx of new players who prefer an alternative perspective on their games.

All that said, The Outer Worlds 2 still has a bit of an uphill climb, with the game confirmed to be the first $80 Microsoft title. It will be interesting to see what fans think of these changes when The Outer Worlds 2 arrives on the 29th of October.

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KitGuru says: What do you think of The Outer Worlds 2? Does it look better than the first game? What do you think of the optional 3rd-person mode? Let us know down below.

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Microsoft closed out the Xbox Games Showcase with the reveal of this year's Call of Duty game. We're in for another year of Black Ops, with Black Ops 7. The hook for COD campaign fans is the return of David Mason, the main protagonist of Black Ops 2. 

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is set in the year 2035 and once again features David Mason as the team leader. The teaser trailer below sets the stage, but it is a cinematic trailer, so don't expect to see much gameplay until later on.

This trailer is described as the ‘initial teaser' for the game, so expect a staggered rollout of information, with new trailers and announcements in the months ahead, followed by a beta around August/September.

Black Ops 7 will launch later this year for PC, Xbox and PlayStation. Microsoft is still committed to bringing Call of Duty to the Nintendo Switch 2, but it is unclear if that will start with Black Ops 7, or if Activision will wait for COD 2026.

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KitGuru Says: Do you prefer the current strategy of back-to-back sequels for COD's main timelines, or did you like it better when Black Ops and Modern Warfare would alternate each year? 

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Back in 2022, Funcom officially announced Dune Awakening – an ambitious survival MMO set in the world created by Frank Herbert. Launching tomorrow on the 10th of June, those who paid for the game’s deluxe edition gained advanced access to the title on the 5th. Despite the rather hefty price tag, the Advance Access period is already massive – seeing well over 100,000 concurrent players on Steam.

Ahead of its official launch on the 10th of June, those who paid the not-so-insignificant price of £60 (compared to £40 for the standard edition) gained access to Dune Awakening on the 5th. Despite a 50% increase in price for relatively few benefits, the Advanced Access period for the MMO has been massive for Funcom.

According to SteamDB, Dune Awakening hit a peak concurrent player count of over 100k over Sunday evening – 117,087 CCU to be exact. While not quite the 200k concurrents seen during the beta/trial period, 117,000 concurrent users is massive when considering that an estimated 250,000-400,000 users paid 50% extra for less than a week of advanced access.

Given just how popular the game is already, it will be interesting to see what the Steam Charts look like when Dune Awakening goes live for the rest of us.

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KitGuru says: Are you excited for Dune Awakening? Have you paid extra for Advanced Access to any games? How many concurrent users do you think there will be on its launch day? Let us know down below.

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The Xbox Games Showcase last night had some excellent trailers for first-party games like Clockwork Revolution and The Outer Worlds 2. However, there was one third-party game that stuck in my mind in the hours after the showcase- Ninja Gaiden 4. 

Ninja Gaiden 4 is coming to Xbox, PC and PS5 later this year and is set to be a day-one Game Pass title. The new trailer for the game dropped last night, and it looks like it could be one of the most fun action games in years.

Ninja Gaiden 4 is described by publisher Koei Tecmo as the “definitive ninja action-adventure”. Based on this trailer, I'm inclined to agree with that sentiment, with a high-octane blend of stylish moves and numerous weapons at your disposal.

Ninja Gaiden 4 is the first mainline game in the series since 2012, so this has been a long time coming. The new game offers a number of key improvements, including new stealth mechanics, multi-weapon combos, destructible environments, new finishing moves and more.

Ninja Gaiden 4 will release on the 21st of October 2025.

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KitGuru Says: This game looks like a lot of fun, and it is great to see Team Ninja bringing PlatinumGames into the fold to improve the action even further. Will you be picking this one up? 

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One of the best Game Pass titles of 2022 ended up being a brand new IP from Squanch Games – High on Life. Now several years later, a sequel has been announced, and it will be releasing later this year. 

High on Life 2 has been announced for 2025. Assuming there are no delays, the game should drop around the holiday season and just like the first game, it will be a day-one title for Game Pass.

The trailer promises a bigger sequel, with more whacky and zany characters, with humour that will fit right at home for the Rick and Morty crowd.

The big addition to the game this time around is the ability to skateboard, so you can quickly zoom around levels, jumping platforms and grinding rails along the way.

While the game was announced during the Xbox Games Showcase, it will not be an Xbox console exclusive. The game has already been confirmed for PC, Xbox and PS5. With the Switch 2 now out, there is potential for the game to head to Nintendo's platform as well, but nothing has been confirmed on that front yet.

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KitGuru Says: Did you enjoy High on Life? Will you be jumping back in for the sequel later this year? 

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Towards the end of the Xbox Games Showcase last night, Phil Spencer took to the stage to tease the upcoming 25th Anniversary. Next year will have been 25 years since the Xbox first released and the company has been stockpiling games for its major IP for the occasion. 

Next year as part of the Xbox 25th Anniversary celebration, Spencer has confirmed that we'll be getting Fable, Gears E-Day and Fable, but he also teased the “return of a classic” that has been on Xbox since the beginning.

As Forza Motorsport just launched last year, we'd expect to see Forza Horizon in 2026, although Playground Games has also been quite busy with Fable, its first crack at an RPG game.

As for the mysterious ‘return of a classic', my mind quickly goes to Halo. It has been four years since the release of Halo Infinite, and we've heard very little about the future of the franchise ever since.

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KitGuru Says: Do you think we'll get a new Halo next year? Or is Spencer talking about a different Xbox classic? 

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Today’s video is the latest instalment of our Thermaltake-sponsored build series, where we take a look at the company’s latest ITX case, the TR100. It’s a portable case with a small footprint, it supports big graphics cards, up to 280mm coolers, ITX motherboards and SFX power supplies. It's also available in several colours, including black, white, blue and pink, but we've chosen Matcha Green for the theme.

Timestamps:

00:29 Case Details / Pricing / H/W Support
02:41 Taking the case apart / features
06:01 GPU Support
07:34 Rear / PSU / Mobo / Cables
08:35 Floor
08:54 Storage Support
09:12 Hardware For the Build
10:52 Timelapse build
15:17 System is built – some thoughts

Case – Thermaltake TR100 Matcha Green – Available now from Scan priced at £109.99 HERE

• The TR100 is a dual-chamber Mini-ITX chassis designed for users who require both performance and portability, thanks to its 18.4-litre capacity and compact footprint, which provides flexibility for work and gaming setups.
• It supports ITX motherboards, SFX power supplies, two 120 or 140mm fans, up to a 280mm AIO CPU cooler and is equipped with ventilated panels for optimal cooling as well as up to two 2.5-inch SSDs. A 3.9-inch LCD screen kit and a carrying suitcase can be bought separately.
• TR100 is also equipped with accessible tool-free modular panels, removable dust filters on intake air panels and a handy front I/O with audio, two USB Type-A and one Type-C port.

Specifications

• Case Type: Mini Case
• Dimensions (LxWxH): 294 x 179 x 391 mm
• Material: Steel (SPCC)
• Motherboard Support: 6.7” x 6.7” (Mini ITX)
• Expansion Slots: 3
• Storage Bays: 2 x 2.5”
• Max GPU Length: 360mm
• MAX GPU Width: 70mm
• Max CPU Cooler Height: 68mm
• Max PSU Size: SFX/SFX-L
• Pre-installed Fans: N/A
• Fan Support: 2 x 120mm / 2 x 140mm
• Radiator Support: 120 / 140 / 240 / 280mm
• Dust Filters: Top, Front, R/H Side, L/H Side
• Font I/O: USB 3.2 (Gen 2) Type-C x 1, USB 3.0 x 2, HD Audio x 1
• LCD Screen: 3.9 Inch (optional)

CPU Cooler – Thermaltake TH280 V2 ARGB Sync Matcha Green – Available now from Amazon priced at £104.06 HERE

• TH280 V2 ARGB Sync is equipped with a copper micro-skived cold plate and Thermaltake CT14 ARGB PWM 140mm fans.
• It features a 360-degree rotating cap with ARGB lighting effects and an infinity mirror design.
• 460mm Long rubber low-evaporation tubing covered with premium braided sleeving and compatible with all current Intel and AMD desktop platforms.

Specifications

• Socket Compatibility: Intel LGA 2066/2011/1851/1700/1200/115X,
• AMD AM5/AM4/AM3+/AM3/AM2+/AM2
• Radiator Dimensions: 317 x 139 x 27 mm
• Tube Material: Rubber
• Base plate Material: Copper
• Radiator Material: Aluminium
• Pump Voltage: 12 V & 5V
• Pump Connector: 2510–4 Pin / 5V ARGB header–3 Pin
• Fan Dimensions: 140 x 140 x 25 mm
• Fan Speed: PWM 500~1800 R.P.M
• Noise Level: 34.7 dBA
• Air Flow: 84.32 CFM
• Air Pressure: 3.02 mm-H2O
• Fan Connector: 2510 – 4 Pin PWM, 5V ARGB header – 3 Pin
• Bearing: Hydraulic Bearing

Power Supply – Thermaltake TOUGHPOWER SFX 850W Platinum ATX 3.1 – Available from Amazon priced at £175.15 HERE

• Fully Modular ATX 3.1 and SFX 4.1 compliant, PCIe Gen 5 compatible and 80+ Platinum certified.
• Features a Native 12v2x6 PCIe connector.
• SFX dimension of 125mm x 103.8mm x 63.5mm and comes with an ATX adaptor bracket

Specifications

• Type: SFX
• Dimension: 125mm(W)x63.5mm(H)x103.8mm(D)
• Efficiency: Meet 80 PLUS Platinum at 115Vac input.
• Power Factor Correction: Active PFC
• Support C6/C7 power state:
• AC Input: 100- 240V ～
• Total Power: 850W
• Lighting Effect: N/A
• Cooling System: 9cm FDB Fan
• Silent Mode: Fan will not spin until the load exceeds 30%

Build Specification:

• CPU – AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
• Motherboard – ASROCK Phantom Gaming B850i Lightning WiFi
• Graphics Card – Sapphire AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT Nitro+
• Memory – 32GB (2 x 16GB modules) Thermaltake TOUGHRAM XG RGB D5 DDR5-5600
• Storage – 1TB Corsair MP600 Elite PCIe Gen4x4 NVMe M.2 SSD
• CPU Cooler – Thermaltake TH280 V2 ARGB Sync
• Power Supply – Thermaltake TOUGHPOWER SFX 850W Platinum
• Case fans – N/A
• Chassis – Thermaltake TR100 Matcha Green
• Operating System – Windows 11

KitGuru says: The Thermaltake TR100 is a small ITX case but an interesting one to build with, it has good cable routing and management options, great hardware support and excellent cooling for an SFF chassis.

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For years, we've been hearing rumours that Final Fantasy 7 Remake will be coming to Xbox. Today during the Xbox Games Showcase, Square Enix finally made the announcement and its not just Final Fantasy 7 Remake making the jump over to Xbox, Final Fantasy 16 is coming along too. 

Final Fantasy 7 Remake first released on PS4 back in 2018 and its PlayStation timed exclusivity was extended in 2020 with the game's release on PS5. The game landed on PC in 2021, and is now also available on Nintendo Switch 2 as of this week. Today, the game was also announced Xbox Series X/S consoles for the first time, with plans to release this winter:

On top of Final Fantasy 7 Remake, the latest mainline game in the franchise, Final Fantasy 16, is also releasing on Xbox today:

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth has not yet been confirmed for Xbox, but we expect that to change in the coming months. Both Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and Final Fantasy 16 failed to meet Square Enix's sales expectations as a PS5 exclusive, forcing the publisher to restructure itself for multiplatform development. Moving forward, Square Enix will be bringing its biggest games to multiple console platforms and PC at launch.

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KitGuru Says: Both titles are also available through the Xbox PC app. A growing theme in the Xbox Games Showcase has been the number of third-party developers bringing their games to the Xbox PC store, and with initiatives like Play Anywhere in place, Microsoft will be looking to steal some market share from the likes of Steam and the Epic Games Store. 

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Skybound Games made a surprise appearance during the Xbox Games Showcase. The hit comic book series, Invincible, is getting a new adaptation. Following the success of the comics and Amazon Prime's animated series, now we are getting an Invincible game for the first time. 

Invincible VS is coming to PC, Xbox and PS5. As the VS in the name implies, this is a fighting game, offering fans the chance to pick their favourite characters to duke it out.

The game was developed in-house by Skybound Games' fighting-focused studio, Quarter Up. The gameplay is reminiscent of the classic fighting game staples that came before it. However, in Invincible VS, we'll be getting 3v3 tag team battles, so you'll have plenty of back-up to call in if Omni Man beats you down too hard.

There is no specific release date yet, but the game is due out sometime in 2026.

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KitGuru Says: Fighting game fans are having a good week, with Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls and now Invincible VS being announced. 

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Just as the leaks predicted, Persona 4 Remake did appear at the Xbox Games Showcase this evening. The game is being rebuilt in the same fashion as Persona 3 Reload, under the official title ‘Persona 4 Revival'. 

Unfortunately, the trailer for Persona 4 Revival was incredibly short, giving us just a short clip of the main character running down a Japanese street. Graphically, the game looks to be improved, but there is really only so much we can gleam from the 10-second gameplay clip.

So far, the game has been announced for Xbox Series X/S and PC, but just like Persona 3 Reload, it should also release on Nintendo Switch and PS5 at the same time.

There is no release date yet, but store listings for the game have gone live, so we should see pre-orders open up later in the year.

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KitGuru Says: Will you be picking up Persona 4 Revival when it drops, or are you happy with the Persona 4 Golden ports that came out a few years ago? 

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InXile is shaping up to be one of Xbox's most exciting first-party studios. Following the initial reveal of Clockwork Revolution a couple of years ago, today we got a full gameplay trailer showcasing an incredibly deep action-RPG with time manipulation elements.

In Clockwork Revolution, we'll be playing as Morgan Vanette, a customizable player-character and member of the Rotten Row Hooligans gang, who discovers that the world they live in has been altered by the enigmatic Lady Ironwood. She’s unnaturally manipulated history through her use of time travel to bring herself immense power and wealth, while keeping the working class under heel. After discovering her method of traveling into the past, you’re thrust into an adventure across time to turn back the clock, and right Ironwood’s wrongs—however you see fit.

In a subsequent interview published on the Xbox website, InXile founder, Brian Fargo and a few other key members of the development team shared some more details on the game. The studio promises one of the most reactive game worlds ever made, with enough player agency to keep players coming back again and again to see all of the different possible outcomes.

Clockwork Revolution is available to wishlist now but does not yet have a release date. It will be one of the first games to release under Microsoft's new Play Anywhere initiative, meaning that moving forward, every first-party Xbox game will be ‘Play Anywhere' meaning you get access on Xbox and PC at no extra cost. I'm not sure why they weren't doing this already but better late than never.

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KitGuru Says: The trailer for Clockwork Revolution blew me away. It might even be the best trailer of the show. Unfortunately, we have no idea when we'll be able to get our hands on it.

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Machine Games surprised us all with Indiana Jones and the Great Circle last year. The game ended up being one of the best of 2024 and is one of the most graphically impressive current-gen titles to date. We always knew that an expansion would be coming, but now we finally have our first look at it. 

The new DLC will have players exploring the crypts beneath Rome to find a secret relic. The DLC will expand more on the giants seen in the base game, and the secret cult that worships them.

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: Order of Giants is releasing on September 4th for all platforms, including Xbox, PC and PS5. As a reminder, if you bought the Premium Edition of the game, you'll get the expansion for free without having to pay any extra. The same goes for those who purchased the Collector's Edition of the game. We do not know how much the expansion will cost as a standalone purchase for those who bought the standard edition game.

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KitGuru Says: Are you going to be jumping back into Indiana Jones and the Great Circle for the new DLC?

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A small portion of the Xbox Games Showcase was dedicated to hardware. During the showcase, Microsoft officially revealed its new collaboration with Asus ROG, resulting in a new Xbox-themed ROG Ally gaming handheld. 

The ROG Xbox Ally X is arriving this holiday season. It is a new take on the ROG Ally, with a redesigned control scheme that takes more inspiration from the standard Xbox controllers we're all used to. That means proper handles for the device, dedicated buttons to activate new gaming UI elements coming to Windows 11, and the ability to hold the Xbox button to swap apps, so you can easily transition from the Xbox app to Steam to Battle.net without needing to rely on the desktop Windows UI.

The ROG Xbox Ally X is powered by a Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor. These new APUs were announced back in January, featuring up to 8 cores and 16 threads, with a max boost speed of 5GHz, along with up to 16 GPU cores for graphics. The APU will be more than capable of running AAA titles, and with an up to 35W TDP, users should expect higher performance than lower-power devices like the Steam Deck.

There is no price tag announced yet, but we expect more details on the launch plans for this very soon.

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KitGuru Says: What do you think of the ROG Xbox Ally X? Will you be considering getting one? 

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Tonight, during the Xbox Games Showcase, Microsoft opened up the show with a new trailer for The Outer Worlds 2. The trailer is made up entirely of in-game footage, giving us a good look at what to expect from the final product later in the year. 

While this is a story-focused trailer, it features all in-game footage, so everything you see will be in the final game. Aunt Cleo is the main narrator in the trailer, teasing a quest to close mysterious rifts popping up on colonised planets throughout the system.

The Outer Worlds 2 will get an even longer gameplay showcase later this evening, so we'll be getting plenty more details soon. The game is set to release on the 29th of October for PC, Xbox and PS5. The game will also be a day-one title for Game Pass.

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KitGuru Says: Are you looking forward to The Outer Worlds 2? As a fan of the first game, this trailer didn't really show enough to excite me for the sequel, but maybe that will change during the gameplay showcase later this evening. 

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Lian Li has just introduced the Uni Fan CL Wireless, a compelling new fan series aimed squarely at PC builders seeking a harmonious blend of wireless convenience, RGB lighting, and decent performance without breaking the bank.

Designed as an economical alternative within Lian Li's expansive fan ecosystem, the CL Wireless has two independently controllable lighting zones: side strips and fan blades. Users can fine-tune these effects, synchronise colours, and craft patterns across each zone via L-Connect 3 software, offering creative freedom for themed builds. These fans share their design lineage with those found on the Hydroshift II LCD-C 360CL, ensuring a consistent aesthetic for those looking to expand their cooling configurations.

Beyond its visual appeal, the Uni Fan CL Wireless is engineered for serious thermal management. Its 28mm thick frame balances airflow and static pressure, making it equally adept for air and water cooling setups. Operating within a speed range of 200 to 2150 RPM, the CL Wireless can push up to 77.34 CFM of airflow and generate a static pressure of 2.52 mmH2O. Despite its cooling capabilities, the fan maintains a quiet operation at 29.8 dB(A).

The CL Wireless series promises to minimise cable clutter using the L-Wireless Sync 2.4 GHz technology. Providing wireless control over ARGB lighting and fan speeds, it eliminates the need for a central hub. The receiver features an updated 4-pin connection, ensuring that the fans are automatically recognised as PWM devices directly within the BIOS. Furthermore, a built-in tail PWM cable is integrated for situations requiring additional power. The Uni Fan CL Wireless is available in black or white, and builders can choose between conventional or reverse airflow models. These fans are available to pre-order for $16.99 for a single unit and $54.99 for a three-pack with a controller.

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KitGuru says: Compared to most Lian Li Wireless fans, these are considerably cheaper, even if not as visually striking. Still, these could be a decent option if you want to reduce the cable clutter on your build.

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Asus has introduced the Prime AP202 mATX computer case, a new enclosure that promises to offer pleasing aesthetics with good thermal performance. Designed to appeal to a broad spectrum of PC builders, whether crafting a high-end gaming rig, a robust workstation, or a versatile general-purpose system, the AP202 aims to meet diverse demands with a visually captivating design.

The Prime AP202 immediately catches the eye with its panoramic curved tempered glass panel, which extends nearly halfway around the chassis, offering an unobstructed view of the internal hardware. Its minimalistic aesthetic ensures that the focus remains on the components within, while available black and white finishes allow users to select the perfect complement for their build's colour scheme. Asus has ensured durability by heat-treating the tempered glass for enhanced strength, and thoughtful design features like an easy-detach rail and anti-drop mechanism make removal and reattachment a straightforward and secure process.

For added convenience, the Prime AP202 is offered in two variations. The base model arrives without pre-installed fans, while the ARGB variant has three MR120 ARGB fans. These fans will also be available for individual purchase. Both case variants feature a lengthy, fully customisable LED light strip along the bottom, providing ambient accent lighting. All lighting settings can be managed through the Armoury Crate app.

A distinctive slot-shaped vent beneath the side panel directs airflow directly to the graphics card. Furthermore, the case accommodates 360mm radiators on the top, graphics cards up to 420mm long, PSUs up to 200mm long, and 2x 2.5/3.5-inch drives. Complementing this, top and bottom removable dust filters help maintain a clean interior.

The Prime AP202 also boasts a suite of user-friendly optimisations to streamline the building process. The easy-detach rail system provides quick access to internals, while a generous 30 mm-wide compartment simplifies cable management. A single front I/O panel header simplifies motherboard installation, and the panel itself includes a USB-C 20 Gbps connector, two USB-A 5 Gbps ports, and a headphone/microphone jack.

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KitGuru says: What colour option of the Prime AP202 do you prefer? Would you consider it for an mATX build?

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Nvidia has achieved an unprecedented level of dominance in the add-in board (AIB) GPU market, capturing a staggering 92% share in the first quarter of 2025. 

According to the latest figures from Jon Peddie Research (via Wccftech), this represents a significant 8.5 percentage point increase for team green over their previous standing. In contrast, AMD's share plummeted to a mere 8%, a decrease of 7.3 points, while Intel's presence in the discrete GPU market virtually evaporated, registering a 0% share after losing 1.2 points.

Despite a broader decline in desktop CPU shipments, which fell to 17.8 million units, AIB shipments reached 9.2 million in Q1 2025. Looking ahead, JPR forecasts a compound annual reduction of 10.3% in the AIB market from 2024 to 2028, though the installed base of discrete GPUs is still expected to reach 130 million units by the end of this period. By 2028, 86% of desktop computers are forecast to have a dedicated graphics card.

Nvidia's commanding performance this quarter is primarily attributed to the launch of its RTX 50 series GPUs. Conversely, AMD's RDNA 4 GPUs, while introduced in Q1 2025, arrived much later in the quarter (March 6th), hindering their immediate market impact. Meanwhile, Intel's Battlemage Arc GPUs, launched in Q4 2024 with models like the B580 and B570, which have struggled to gain traction according to this market share analysis. This lack of momentum is likely due to restricted availability and subdued demand in the broader market.

The overall PC GPU market, encompassing integrated solutions, saw a 12% contraction from the previous quarter, with 68.8 million units shipped. Desktop graphics unit sales dropped by 16%, and laptop GPUs experienced a 10% decline. Across this broader landscape, Nvidia's total GPU share expanded by 3.6 points, while AMD's fell by 1.6 points and Intel's by 2.1 points. In a contrasting trend, data centre GPUs defied the general downturn, growing by 9.6% as continued investment in AI applications drives demand in that sector. Notebook processors accounted for 71% of overall GPU shipments in Q1 2025, with desktop GPUs making up the remaining 29%.

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KitGuru says: Were you expecting different figures for the AIB market share?

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Back in 2022, the team at Yacht Club Games officially announced Mina The Hollower, their first new IP since the highly successful Shovel Knight. While fans have been eagerly awaiting this title since, an official release date has now been revealed – set to launch this Halloween.

Announced during Geoff Keighley’s Summer Game Fest Kick-Off, Mina the Hollower is officially launching on the 31st of October 2025. 

Perhaps even more exciting is the fact that a demo for the Link’s Awakening-inspired and GBC-styled action-adventure title is available right now; with progress carrying over to the full game.

For the uninitiated, Mina The Hollower is an isometric action-adventure title similar to the handheld Zelda games in which you “Take control of Mina, a renowned Hollower hurtled into a desperate mission to rescue a cursed island. Whip foes, burrow through the ground, and explore a pixel-perfect world.”

KitGuru says: Have you been waiting for Mina the Hollower? What’s your favourite Shovel Knight game? Will you be checking out the demo? Let us know down below.

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Late last year, SEGA officially announced Sonic Racing Crossworlds – the next entry in the publisher’s kart racing series. As is in the name itself, Crossworlds is set to have its worlds collide, with characters from different franchises all competing together. As part of Summer Game Fest, SEGA announced just some of these surprise characters – including Hatsune Miku, Minecraft Steve and more.

Announced at Summer Game Fest, Sonic Racing Crossworlds is reaching outside of the Sonic IP, with the team confirming that the upcoming racer will feature global vocaloid pop star Katsune Miku; Joker from Persona 5; Steve From Minecraft and Ichiban from Like a Dragon.

Interestingly, two other characters leaked ahead of SGF, the TMNT and SpongeBob SquarePants – though they have yet to be officially announced.

Finally, in an expected yet welcome announcement, SEGA confirmed that Sonic Racing Crossworlds will include full crossplay support from launch; which should hopefully keep the game populated for years to come.

Sonic Racing Crossworlds comes to all platforms on the 25th of September.

KitGuru says: What did you think of the SGF showcase? Are you looking forward to Sonic Racing Crossworlds? What other characters do you hope to see added? Let us know down below.

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First teased back during last year’s The Game Awards, Ryu Ga Gotoku (RGG) studio – known best for their work on the Like a Dragon (Yakuza) series – unveiled Project Century: a brand new IP from the team. 6 months on and we’ve now gotten our first proper look at the game, including an official title: Stranger Than Heaven.

Releasing an interesting and atmospheric trailer, RGG Studio gave fans their first proper look at Stranger Than Heaven – “a brand-new title developed by Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio, known for creating acclaimed series such as Yakuza, Like a Dragon and Virtua Fighter.”

Set in 1943, the game appears to feature many of the familiar design principles of RGG Studio’s other offerings, including an explorable region, satisfying-looking combat and more.

That said, Stranger Than Heaven looks to include a greater amount of choice when it comes to the story, putting the fate of certain characters into the hands of players.

RGG Studio has proven itself to be able to consistently and rather rapidly release new and interesting games without sacrificing on quality.

While Stranger than Heaven is still likely quite a ways away, it appears to be yet another exciting and entertaining title from RGG Studio.

KitGuru says: What did you think of SGF? Are you excited for Stranger Than Heaven? What’s your favourite IP from the studio at this point? Let us know down below.

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One of the most surprising announcements from this year’s Summer Game Fest Kick-Off was the reveal of Marvel’s Deadpool VR – a Meta Quest exclusive first-person parkour shooter which of course goes all-in on the crass and 4th-wall-breaking humour which the merc with a mouth is known for.

Launching some time in late 2025, Marvel’s Deadpool VR is a movement-focused shooter in which “After being pulled through a portal to Mojoworld, Deadpool sees a chance to get rich—like really rich. He signs a sketchy contract without reading any of the fine print and then it’s off to visit a bunch of locations from across the Marvel Universe, battling against iconic (and not-so-iconic) villains.”

The Quest exclusive game is said to include “the franchise’s unique blend of parkour and combat,” claiming that “If you can imagine it, you can probably do it. Sure, you can simply stab or shoot your enemies, but where’s the fun in that? Punch someone while holding a grenade? Check. Take your recently exploded-off arm and throw it at the bad guys? Gross, but also check. The limit does not exist!”

Interestingly, unlike the previous Deadpool game (voiced by Nolan North), or the Deadpool films (Ryan Reynolds), Marvel’s Deadpool VR features the voicing talents of Neil Patrick Harris.

Since the rise of VR, we’ve seen quite a few comedy-focused VR titles – many of which have succeeded greatly. Hopefully Deadpool VR proves to be the perfect blend of fun and funny.

KitGuru says: What did you think of Summer Game Fest Kick-off? Were you surprised by the announcement? What do you think of Neil Patrick Harris’ Deadpool impression? Let us know down below.

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Over the past few weeks we’d been hearing an increasing number of leaks and rumours surrounding the next mainline Resident Evil game. Despite a fake out earlier in the show, RE9: Requiem was officially announced during the Summer Game Fest Kick-off Showcase.

As with most of the more recent RE titles, Resident Evil Requiem was announced through a somewhat deceptive trailer – saving all of the RE goodness for its second half. In a similar vein, Capcom’s Jun Takeuchi appeared earlier in the show asking fans to “bear with us a little longer, just a blink of an eye more and it’ll be ready.”

Sure enough, cut to the final announcement and Resident Evil Re[9]uiem was officially revealed: “the highly anticipated ninth title in the mainline Resident Evil series” in which you’ll have to “Prepare to escape death in a heart-stopping experience that will chill you to your core.”

Resident Evil Requiem arrives early next year on the 27th of February 2026 – coming to PS5, Xbox Series X|S and Steam.

KitGuru says: What did you think of Summer Game Fest kick-off? Did the RE9 fake out get you? What are you hoping for from this “new era of survival horror”? Let us know down below.

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