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MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ is the future of handheld gaming, but it won’t come cheap

9 hours ago manhkbrady Hardware News

MSI has launched pre-orders for its flagship Claw 8 EX AI+ handheld, featuring Intel’s new Arc G3 Extreme processor.

MSI has officially revealed the price of its upcoming Claw 8 EX AI+, and it sits firmly in the premium category. The new gaming handheld is listed at $1,799 (around €1,565 / £1,349), making it one of the most expensive handheld gaming PCs on the market and more than three times the price of the Nintendo Switch 2. The specifications remain unchanged from the model showcased at Computex 2026. The device features Intel’s new ARC G3 Extreme-powered SoC, paired with...

Discover your next gaming obsession at Steam Next Fest June 2026 today

10 hours ago manhkbrady Hot Deals

Steam's latest celebration of upcoming games is bigger than ever, offering more demos for players to enjoy.

Steam Next Fest June 2026 is now live, giving PC gamers seven days to try nearly 5,000 free demos from upcoming games before the Steam Summer Sale begins on June 25. Running until June 22, the event serves as a chance for players to test unreleased titles and decide which games deserve a spot on their wishlist before seasonal discounts arrive. One of the most anticipated games featured this year is Among Us Story: On Guard, a single-player narrative spin-off...

Nvidia’s GeForce NOW summer sale brings cheaper memberships and 8 new games

Jun 15, 2026, 5:30 AM manhkbrady Software News

Nvidia launched its GeForce NOW summer sale and added eight titles, such as Doom Eternal, to the service this week.

Nvidia has announced a new update for GeForce NOW, expanding its cloud gaming library while also launching a major summer promotion on its premium subscription plans. The sale applies to Nvidia's 12-month memberships, offering substantial discounts for new and returning subscribers. The Performance plan has been reduced from $99.99 / €109.99 / £99.99 to $64.99 / €71.49 / £64.99, representing a savings of $35. Meanwhile, the top-tier Ultimate plan drops from $199.99 / €219.98 / £199.99 to...

Nvidia’s RTX 50 SUPER lineup detailed in major new specifications leak

Jun 15, 2026, 4:30 AM manhkbrady Hardware News

Leaked RTX 50 SUPER specs detail TDPs, memory configurations, and CUDA core counts, indicating performance boosts for Nvidia's upcoming GPU series.

According to a new report from Moore’s Law Is Dead, Nvidia is preparing a refresh of its GeForce RTX 50-series lineup with several RTX 50 Super graphics cards. The rumored lineup includes the RTX 5080 Super, RTX 5070 Ti Super, RTX 5070 Super, and RTX 5060 Super (or RTX 5060 12GB), with launches currently expected in Q4 2026 or Q1 2027. The most significant change across the lineup appears to be increased memory capacity....

Build your own bundle from 23 great games in Fanatical Platinum Collection

Jun 14, 2026, 2:00 PM manhkbrady Hot Deals

Build your custom bundle with top-tier titles like Disco Elysium, RoboCop: Rogue City and more.

Fanatical has launched another customizable game bundle, this time with its Best of Platinum Collection Build Your Own Bundle (Summer 2026). The bundle features a strong lineup of PC games across multiple genres, letting players choose exactly which titles they want while unlocking bigger savings as more games are added. As with other Fanatical build-your-own bundles, the cost per game drops as you increase the size of your selection. The pricing structure is as follows: 3–4 games: $3.33 / €3.33 / £3.33...

Xbox PC gaming gets a boost with expanded Advanced Shader Delivery support

Jun 14, 2026, 1:00 PM manhkbrady Software News

Microsoft has brought Advanced Shader Delivery to all Xbox app users on Windows, now supporting AMD RDNA-based GPUs via the latest 26.6.1 drivers.

Microsoft has officially rolled out Advanced Shader Delivery (ASD) to all users of the Xbox app on Windows, removing the previous requirement to join the Xbox Insider program. One of the most notable changes is the expansion of hardware compatibility. Working closely with AMD, Microsoft has enabled ASD support through the latest AMD Software Adrenalin 26.6.1 WHQL drivers. The technology is no longer restricted to newer Radeon architectures and now supports GPUs dating back to RDNA 1,...

Intel-based handheld PCs gain official support in new SteamOS 3.8.7 beta

Jun 12, 2026, 5:00 AM manhkbrady Hardware News

YouTuber ETA Prime tested SteamOS on the Intel Lunar Lake-based MSI Claw, finding that it performed remarkably well despite one minor technical issue.

Valve just dropped the SteamOS 3.8.7 beta, and the big news is that it finally officially supports the MSI Claw 8 AI Plus. It’s a huge deal since SteamOS is moving beyond just AMD stuff and making room for Intel-powered handhelds. As the Youtuber ETA Prime showed off, this update makes controllers work better, gyro feels smoother, and the SD card is more reliable. While it’s awesome to see Valve branching out, there are still some...

Grab free chess roguelike and Warhammer 40K racer from Epic Games right now

Jun 12, 2026, 4:30 AM manhkbrady Free Games

The weekly freebies are finally here! Grab The Ouroboros King and Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks while you can.

The Epic Games Store has wrapped up its mystery giveaway promotion and returned to its regular weekly free game schedule. Replacing last week's Rogue Waters and Songs of Conquest, this week's free titles are Warhammer 40K: Speed Freeks and The Ouroboros King, both available to claim and keep permanently if added to your library within the next seven days. Leading the giveaway is Warhammer 40K: Speed Freeks, a multiplayer combat racing game developed by Caged Element and released...

Humble’s Redline Racing Bundle is packed with seven adrenaline-fueled games

Jun 11, 2026, 7:30 PM manhkbrady Hot Deals

The Redline Racing Bundle is now available, featuring a collection of high-octane racing titles.

Humble Bundle has introduced a new offer for racing fans with the Redline Racing Bundle, available through June 27. Featuring a mix of racing simulators, off-road adventures, rally games, and extreme sports titles, the bundle includes games such as Descenders, MudRunner, Assetto Corsa Competizione, and more at a heavily discounted price. The bundle is split into two tiers. The entry-level option costs $5 / €4.34 / £3.75 and includes three games, while the full bundle costs $10 / €8.68 / £7.50...

ASUS unveils gorgeous ROG G1000 Edition 20 desktop for its 20th anniversary

Jun 11, 2026, 6:30 PM manhkbrady Hardware News

ROG is launching a limited-edition collection headlined by the G1000 Edition 20 premium prebuilt desktop to celebrate the brand's 20th anniversary.

Gaming PCs have become dramatically more powerful over the years, but truly distinctive designs remain relatively rare. To mark the 20th anniversary of its Republic of Gamers (ROG) brand, ASUS is aiming to stand out with its new Edition 20 series - and based on appearance alone, it has certainly made an impression. At the center of the lineup is the ROG G1000 Edition 20, a limited-edition prebuilt desktop that replaces the traditional black-and-RGB gaming aesthetic with an eye-catching black-and-gold design....

AMD forecasts a return to normal DDR5 memory pricing in the next two years

Jun 10, 2026, 5:30 AM manhkbrady Hardware News

RAM prices likely won’t normalize for at least two years, with historical lows taking even longer to reach.

If you've been delaying a PC upgrade in the hope that DDR5 memory prices would fall, AMD has delivered some disappointing news. During an interview with 4Gamers at Computex 2026, AMD VP and GM of Client Channel Business David McAfee said DDR5 pricing is unlikely to return to more normal levels for roughly another two years, pushing any significant recovery out to around 2028. According to McAfee, the ongoing AI boom has dramatically increased demand for memory, with manufacturers prioritizing...

Deep discounts hit thousands of games in Steam Bullet Fest 2026 sale today

Jun 10, 2026, 5:00 AM manhkbrady Hot Deals Ended

Steam’s Bullet Fest has arrived, firing off a week of high-octane discounts, fresh demos, and exclusive sneak peeks at upcoming shooters.

Valve continues to expand its lineup of themed sales, and the latest event is now live on Steam. Bullet Fest has officially begun, bringing a week of discounts, demos, and upcoming game showcases focused on shooters and bullet-heavy action titles. The event runs until June 15, giving players several days to browse deals and discover new games. As expected, the spotlight is firmly on fast-paced shooters and bullet heaven experiences. One of the standout offers is Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor,...

AMD board partners expect next-gen RDNA 5 GPU launch by mid-to-late 2027

Jun 9, 2026, 6:00 AM manhkbrady Hardware News

Gamers anticipating next-generation AMD GPUs should prepare for a wait of at least another year.

According to a report from Tweakers, gamers waiting for AMD’s next generation of graphics cards may have to wait until 2027. Sources among AMD’s board partners suggest that new Radeon GPUs based on the company’s upcoming RDNA 5 architecture - also referred to by some as UDNA - are not expected before then. Launch estimates vary. One partner believes the first RDNA 5 graphics cards could arrive in the second or third quarter of 2027, while another expects a later...

NVIDIA RTX 50 SUPER Series tipped for a later-than-expected CES 2027 launch

Jun 9, 2026, 5:48 AM manhkbrady Hardware News

Reports suggest Nvidia’s RTX 50 SUPER series may debut two years after the initial release of the original models.

Rumors surrounding Nvidia’s RTX 50 SUPER series continue to shift, with a new report suggesting the refreshed GPUs may not arrive until CES 2027, despite earlier claims pointing to a late-2026 launch. According to Chinese publication Benchlife, Nvidia is now expected to unveil its RTX 50 SUPER lineup at CES 2027 in early January. The report does not identify its source but suggests the information comes from industry contacts. This timeline differs from previous speculation, which placed the launch much...

Octopath Traveler 2 and The Riftbreaker lead June 2026 Humble Choice lineup

Jun 8, 2026, 9:00 AM manhkbrady Hot Deals

The June monthly Humble Choice bundle is now live, featuring an impressive selection of new games.

Now that we are in June, the next monthly Humble Choice bundle has arrived, and it has some pretty great games in it, bringing the familiar dilemma of whether to snag everything, skip a month, or wait for a coupon. The June 2026 Humble Choice lineup offers eight PC games for the usual $14.99 / €12.99 / £11.49 subscription price. As always, subscribers can claim all included titles and keep them permanently, while also receiving extra discounts in the Humble Store,...

Xbox Series X25 announced with translucent design inspired by original Xbox

Jun 8, 2026, 8:00 AM manhkbrady Hardware News

Launching November 2026, the translucent green XBOX Series X25 Limited Edition celebrates the brand's 25th anniversary.

Microsoft used the Xbox Games Showcase to celebrate 25 years of Xbox by unveiling a new limited-edition console and controller inspired by one of the rarest versions of the original Xbox. The Xbox Series X25 Limited Edition and matching Xbox Wireless Controller X25 Special Edition are scheduled to launch later this year as part of the anniversary celebrations. The console takes direct inspiration from the original Xbox’s translucent green design. Its standout feature is the return of the iconic green-lit "X"...

Humble IGN Live Bundle 2026 packs nine highly rated games for you to grab

Jun 6, 2026, 11:30 AM manhkbrady Hot Deals

If you're looking for your next gaming fix, the new IGN Live Bundle 2026 offers a variety of highly-rated titles at an affordable price.

Humble Bundle has brought back its IGN Live Bundle for 2026, celebrating the annual IGN Live gaming and entertainment event taking place in Los Angeles. The bundle features nine highly rated indie games across three pricing tiers, offering a mix of adventure, horror, strategy, and action titles at a substantial discount. The entry-level tier costs $5 / 4,34€ / £3.75 and includes two well-regarded indie adventures. The Last Campfire delivers a heartfelt puzzle-driven journey through a mysterious forest, while...

Valve confirms summer window and new performance claim for Steam Machine

Jun 6, 2026, 10:00 AM manhkbrady Hardware News

In a recent update, Valve confirmed that the Steam Machine will arrive this summer and introduced a new performance metric for the device.

Valve has provided a fresh update on its long-awaited Steam Machine and Steam Frame hardware, suggesting that both devices are finally approaching release after earlier delays caused by industry-wide memory and storage shortages. According to an update published on the Steamworks Documentation website, the upcoming Steam Machine will feature a semi-custom AMD platform combining a Zen 4-based desktop-class CPU with a custom RDNA 3 graphics processor. Valve is targeting 4K at 60 FPS in select titles,...

Build your next bundle with 16 games in Fanatical’s Platinum Collection

Jun 5, 2026, 3:00 PM manhkbrady Hot Deals

The collection spans genres from survival action to management sims and puzzles.

Fanatical has refreshed its popular Platinum Collection for June 2026, giving PC gamers another chance to build a custom bundle of Steam games at heavily discounted prices. This month's lineup features 16 titles, with savings increasing as you add more games to your cart. The bundle is divided into three pricing tiers. Selecting three games costs $3.33 / 3,33€ / £3.33 per title, while choosing five games lowers the price to $3.00 / 3,00€ / £3.00 each. Those who opt for...

Claim a free roguelike and 4X strategy title from Epic for a limited time

Jun 5, 2026, 1:00 PM manhkbrady Hot Deals Ended

The giveaways for Lonestar and Calico from last week have concluded, with Rogue Waters and Songs of Conquest now available for PC players to collect.

The Epic Games Store has unveiled the final week of its latest mystery giveaway promotion, replacing last week’s free offerings with two new titles: Rogue Waters and Songs of Conquest. As always, players have seven days to claim the games and keep them permanently in their Epic Games Store libraries. The first free title is Rogue Waters, a pirate-themed roguelite developed by Ice Code Games. Players take command of a growing crew and sail treacherous seas in search of...

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