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EA considering Command & Conquer PC remasters

12 October 2018, 14:51

And an EA producer confirms that one of the games is being readied for the 25th anniversary.

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Cooler Master launches the ControlPad via Kickstarter

12 October 2018, 10:11

Device is said to be “the world’s first PC keypad with analogue Aimpad technology”.

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Razer Blade 15 Fall update includes dual storage, Ethernet

11 October 2018, 11:45

The company has also launched a limited edition matte Mercury White version.

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Razer Phone 2 brings faster performance, Razer Chroma

11 October 2018, 10:46

Cameras improved with OIS, and device offers vapour chamber cooling, wireless charging.

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Microsoft reveals Project xCloud games streaming service

9 October 2018, 12:11

Promises “console quality games on any device” using its custom Azure datacentre blades.

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Nintendo patents Game Boy smartphone case

5 October 2018, 14:41

The flip-case features Game Boy-style front controls with a window onto the screen below.

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Nintendo is planning to release a new version of the Switch

4 October 2018, 13:11

Updated games console will become available in H2 2019, possibly summer, says the WSJ.

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Dell Alienware m15 is the firm's thinnest and lightest laptop

4 October 2018, 12:01

This 15-inch gaming laptop will launch globally on 25th October, priced from US$1,299.

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Razer releases its Sila high performance Wi-Fi router

4 October 2018, 11:01

Claims it is the "fastest gaming grade Wi-Fi router for PC, console and mobile".

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Rockstar releases second Red Dead Redemption 2 trailer

2 October 2018, 12:10

See Arthur robbing trains, encountering rival gangs, evading cunning lawmen, and more.

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Google announces Project Stream game streaming

2 October 2018, 10:01

Chrome browser tech will be first tested using Assassin's Creed Odyssey on 5th Oct.

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QOTW: Is the cost of gaming getting out of hand?

28 September 2018, 16:31

Irrespective of platform, have your gaming habits been forced to adjust to rising costs?

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Razer Nari Ultimate wireless gaming headset announced

28 September 2018, 10:01

New headset leverages Razer HyperSense haptics technology for deeper immersion.

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Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown PC system requirements revealed

27 September 2018, 13:11

And in other PC gaming news, Codemasters announces Dirt Rally 2.0.

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Valve releases Steam games controller stats

27 September 2018, 11:03

It looks like the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller is a rising star amongst Steam PC gamers.

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Oculus Quest All-in-One VR gaming system costs $399

27 September 2018, 10:01

Wireless system launches in Spring with controllers, 64GB, 6DoF, 1440p per eye.

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Xbox One mouse and keyboard support to debut at XO18

26 September 2018, 12:05

First compatible game will be Warframe. Your current wired(less) USB PC peripherals will work.

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Acer launches XZ271U and XZ321QU gaming monitors

25 September 2018, 13:01

These are 27- and 32-inch curved 1440p VA monitors with FreeSync and max 144Hz refresh.

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Cooler Master MP860 dual sided RGB mousemat launched

25 September 2018, 11:01

Will be available in the UK in a couple of weeks, priced at £79.99.

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Red Dead Redemption 2 features in three PS4 bundles

24 September 2018, 15:01

Meanwhile there is still vigorous debate about whether the title will come to PCs.

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Nvidia shows off Metro Exodus RTX real-time extended demo

20 September 2018, 13:40

And the first 3DMark Dandia real-time raytracing video surfaces (Microsoft DXR API).

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Nokia India teases gaming smartphone

20 September 2018, 12:41

Someone pressed the upload button too early, so the Tweet / video have been deleted.

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YouTube announces retirement of its dedicated Gaming app

19 September 2018, 11:04

Suggests gamers go to youtube.com/gaming portal instead.

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Sony unveils the PlayStation Classic mini console

19 September 2018, 10:02

Compact retro gaming device comes with 20 pre-loaded games. Releases in Dec for £89.

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AMD lists the Ryzen 7 2800H and Ryzen 5 2600H mobile APUs

18 September 2018, 12:01

Meanwhile the Athlon 200GE hits retail, and AMD will showcase the SMACH Z at TGS.

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Square Enix shares GeForce RTX 20 Final Fantasy XV benchmarks

17 September 2018, 13:51

Compares the GeForce RTX 2080 (Ti) with a host of other cards at 1440p and 2160p.

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Nintendo unveils wireless NES controllers for Switch owners

14 September 2018, 15:01

And the firm announced a raft of new games for Switch during the recent Nintendo Direct.

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Assassin's Creed Odyssey post-launch content plans revealed

14 September 2018, 12:11

Season pass, gold, or special edition buyers get 2 major post-launch stories + AC3 remaster.

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Nvidia adds 9 more games to the DLSS adoption list

14 September 2018, 10:11

There are now 25 titles scheduled to use Deep Learning Super-Sampling (DLSS).

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Bandai Namco shows off Ace Combat 7's VR mode

12 September 2018, 14:01

The game will finally land on PS4, Xbox One and PCs in January / February next year.

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Belgian govt opens criminal investigation into EA

11 September 2018, 15:01

Expect a legal scuffle over the 'gambling' loot boxes found in FIFA 18 to ensue.

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Call of Duty's 'Blackout' battle royale looks epic in first trailer

7 September 2018, 11:15

The first clip of Black Ops 4's new game mode includes helicopters, boats, and zombies.

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Metro Exodus includes RTX, Hairworks and Advanced PhysX

5 September 2018, 12:14

But if using a GeForce RTX 2080 Ti with RTX On it is “just playable” at 40fps, says report.

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