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ASUS has revealed a new custom version of its ROG Xbox Ally X handheld, this time inspired by Cyberpunk 2077. The special edition device was created in collaboration with CD Projekt Red and professional modding studio AK Mod, following ASUS’ earlier Kojima Productions-themed ROG Flow Z13 release from earlier this year. Unlike many themed gaming products that simply feature alternate colors or printed artwork, ASUS says this is the world’s first professional case mod for the ROG Xbox...

ASUS and Xreal have officially opened pre-orders for the new ROG Xreal R1 AR gaming glasses, bringing one of the most gaming-focused augmented reality headsets yet to market. First shown at CES 2026 and later unveiled in China, the glasses are now available through Xreal’s online store for $849 / 799€ / £749, making them significantly more expensive than most mainstream AR glasses currently available. For comparison, Xreal’s own flagship One Pro model typically sells for around $649, with discounts...

AMD has officially confirmed that FSR 4.1 upscaling will expand beyond RDNA 4 graphics cards, bringing support to older Radeon GPU generations as well. The announcement came directly from AMD Gaming chief Jack Huynh, marking a major shift for the company’s AI-powered upscaling technology. The first wave of expanded support will arrive in July 2026 for RDNA 3 graphics cards, which includes the Radeon RX 7000 series. These GPUs will gain access to FSR 4.1 across more than 300...

ASUS has officially revealed the ROG NUC 16, a compact 3-litre gaming PC that combines high-end hardware with a console-sized design. Despite being significantly smaller than both the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, the system is capable of delivering considerably more gaming performance. The new model can be configured with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX PLUS processor alongside Nvidia’s RTX 5080 Laptop GPU, making it one of the most powerful mini gaming PCs...

AMD is extending its existing lineup of Ryzen 9000 Pro models with six new processors, including some armed with 3D-VCache technology. The highlight of the lineup is the Ryzen 9 Pro 9965X3D, armed with up to 144MB of cache, and the Ryzen 7 Pro 9755X3D boasting 104MB of L3 cache. Marking a first for the Pro-series, these two models integrate 3D-VCache technology. This additional cache layer is designed to boost performance in professional, cache-heavy tasks like 3D rendering...

Although Sony is currently increasing PlayStation 5 pricing in several regions, recent rumors suggest the PlayStation 6 may avoid similar launch pricing issues by making compromises elsewhere. According to leaks circulating online, Sony could lower manufacturing costs for its next-generation console by scaling back some hardware specifications rather than pushing for a massive performance jump. The discussion comes from AMD leaker KeplerL2 on the NeoGAF forums, not from Sony directly. Earlier rumors claimed the PS6 might feature...

A new leak reported by VideoCardz suggests that AMD may soon expand its RDNA 4 lineup with a new entry-level graphics card called the Radeon RX 9050. According to the leaked information, the GPU would reportedly use the full Navi 44 chip found in the Radeon RX 9060 XT, though with reduced clock speeds and different memory specifications. The rumored Radeon RX 9050 is said to feature 8GB of GDDR6 memory connected through a 128-bit memory bus running at 18...

Valve may be preparing to introduce a reservation system for its upcoming Steam Machine reboot, much like the one it recently implemented for the Steam Controller after the first wave sold out almost instantly. Considering the massive demand for Valve’s new hardware, the move would make a lot of sense - and recent code discoveries strongly suggest it’s already in the works. Reddit user pepeizq spotted references to the Steam Machine inside the reservation system...

Nintendo is preparing to join Sony and Microsoft in raising console prices mid-generation, as the company has officially confirmed a price increase for the Switch 2 across several major regions. The adjustment won’t happen immediately everywhere, but buyers in multiple countries will soon have to pay more for the upcoming console. In a new press release, Nintendo stated that the pricing revisions are being made “in light of changes in market conditions, and after considering the global business...

After officially launching the new Steam Controller earlier this week, Valve quickly ran into major demand issues. The release saw Steam store errors, extremely limited stock, and many customers missing out entirely as units sold out almost immediately. Now, Valve is introducing a reservation system aimed at helping real customers secure the controller ahead of future restocks. Beginning May 8 at 10 AM PT, players will be able to reserve a place in a purchase queue for the...

A decade ago, NVIDIA revolutionized the industry with the debut of the GeForce GTX 10 Series, headlined by the GeForce GTX 1080 and GTX 1070. This milestone was significant not just for the performance breakthroughs of the Pascal architecture, but for the introduction of the Founders Edition - NVIDIA’s first premium, in-house hardware designs. These cards featured advanced vapor-chamber cooling and elegant aluminum shrouds, signaling a new era of sophisticated hardware for PC enthusiasts. Built on TSMC’s then-cutting-edge 16nm process, the...

Valve is already embracing the modding scene for its newly released Steam Controller by publishing official CAD files for both the gamepad and the controller puck. This move makes it significantly easier for modders and accessory makers to design custom add-ons, effectively opening the door to a new wave of community-driven creations. The Steam Controller launched earlier this week at $99 / £85 / €99, but demand was so high that it sold out almost immediately. Unlike traditional...