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AMD unveils Ryzen AI 400 series mobile CPUs for AI-powered laptops in 2026

Jan 18, 2026, 5:00 AM manhkbrady Hardware News

AMD announced the Ryzen AI 400 series, codenamed "Gorgon Point," using the Zen 5 CPU architecture, RDNA 3.5 graphics, and XDNA 2 NPU.

AMD has officially announced its Ryzen AI 400 series processors, confirming that the lineup will include both mobile and desktop variants. This also means AMD is preparing to launch its first Copilot+ desktop CPUs, further expanding the availability of NPU-powered AI computing on the PC platform. Although the Ryzen AI 400 series does not introduce brand-new CPU architectures, AMD has refined its designs to boost performance across the board. Users can expect improved CPU, GPU, and NPU performance, alongside better power...

Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot surpasses 10 million sales worldwide

Jan 17, 2026, 10:42 PM Rine Ikarus Gaming News

One of the most exciting reveals tied to the 10 million sales celebration is a brief tease of Super Saiyan 4 Goku, shown at the end of the anniversary video.

Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot has officially crossed 10 million copies sold worldwide, marking a major milestone for Bandai Namco and reinforcing the game’s status as one of the most successful Dragon Ball releases of all time. First launched in 2020, the action RPG has enjoyed remarkable longevity thanks to consistent post-launch support, expansive DLC, and a faithful retelling of one of anime’s most beloved sagas. To celebrate the achievement, Bandai Namco shared a special commemorative video highlighting Goku’s journey throughout Dragon...

Getting "biopunky" with Deep Fringe

Jan 17, 2026, 7:40 PM I_hate_league_of_legends Gaming News

Deep Fringe: a tactical RPG in a biopunk post-apocalyptic wasteland. Lead factions in brutal turn-based battles.

Imagine this: You live in a biopunk wasteland ravaged by an apocalypse, filled with toxic tumors, spore swarms, larva hordes, bio-modified enemies, and rival mercenaries. What will you do? Well, you will find the answer in a brand-new hardcore tactical RPG: Deep Fringe. Toxic Biopunk Wasteland: Mutated Ruins and Faction Warfare Developed by Bosoneon Studio and being published by Thousand Generation, Deep Fringe made it to Early Access on Steam on the 15th of January, 2026. The game is a blend of nostalgic pixel art aesthetics with deep turn-based strategy...

Pathologic 3 Divides and Fascinates the Gaming Community

Jan 17, 2026, 5:15 PM Daniel-D Gaming News

Pathologic 3 earns praise for ambition and atmosphere, while polarizing players with its difficulty, systems, and unconventional design.

Pathologic 3 has quickly become one of the most discussed narrative-driven games among hardcore RPG and indie fans, with public perception shaped by both admiration and frustration. Critics and players largely agree that the game remains faithful to the series’ identity: dense storytelling, oppressive atmosphere, and a refusal to cater to mainstream expectations. For many, this uncompromising vision is exactly what makes Pathologic 3 stand out in a crowded gaming landscape. ...

Geekbench listing reveals Intel Xeon 698X with 86 cores and 4.60 GHz clocks

Jan 17, 2026, 6:00 AM manhkbrady Hardware News

New leaks confirm the Xeon 698X will lead Intel’s next-gen workstation lineup.

A new Intel processor, widely thought to be the unreleased Xeon 698X, has appeared in a Geekbench 6.5.0 benchmark listing. Featuring 86 cores and 172 threads, this chip is clearly designed for extreme multi-threaded performance. It also reportedly includes a massive 336MB of L3 cache and a base clock speed of 4.6 GHz. Leaked Geekbench 6.5 results show the processor scoring 2,532 points in single-core tests and 21,030 points in multi-core performance. While these figures are notably high, it’s still...

Discover standout indies in Humble Iceberg Interactive’s Hidden Gems Bundle

Jan 17, 2026, 5:00 AM manhkbrady Hot Deals

The latest Humble Bundle showcases the best of Iceberg Interactive, giving players a chance to grab a dozen diverse indie hits while supporting charity.

Humble Bundle has once again delighted PC gamers with the launch of a new curated collection, this time focusing on the diverse and compelling catalog of publisher Iceberg Interactive. Titled the "Iceberg Interactive Hidden Gems Bundle," this offering lives up to its name by showcasing a selection of 11 distinct titles that might have been overlooked but are highly regarded by those who have discovered them. No matter which tier you choose, you’ll also receive a 60% discount coupon for...

Get ready for a brand new arcade style "shmup": Air Hares

Jan 16, 2026, 7:57 PM I_hate_league_of_legends Gaming News

Farm, fly, and restore! Lead the Air Hares and regrow a wasteland in this peaceful, non-violent bullet-hell adventure.

Released on the 14th of January, 2026, Air Hares is a brand new indie arcade-style "shmup" (shoot 'em up) and farming hybrid game. Developed by Wondoro LLC and published by indie.io, after the release, the game is especially notable for its "non-violent" approach to the bullet-hell genre, focusing on restoration rather than destruction. From Dust to Carrots: How Air Hares Reimagines the Arcade Shooter ...

BlazBlue Entropy Effect X demo now available

Jan 16, 2026, 7:00 PM Fyra Frost Demos

BlazBlue Entropy Effect X offers a different approach at the franchise with thrilling roguelite mechanics.

The official demo for BlazBlue Entropy Effect X has been released, giving players an early opportunity to experience the next evolution of the long-running BlazBlue franchise. Available for free on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, the demo offers a hands-on look at the game’s core systems ahead of its full launch, positioning the title as one of the more ambitious 2D action roguelites currently in development. A new and exciting take on the series BlazBlue Entropy Effect X doesn't follow the traditional fighting...

Forza Horizon 5 shows how open-world racing should be done

Jan 16, 2026, 4:14 PM AlexP Gaming News

Forza Horizon 5 delivers fast, fun arcade racing, a huge open world, and sets the stage for exciting Forza Horizon 6 leaks.

Forza Horizon 5 continues to stand tall as one of the most enjoyable arcade driving games available, even years after its launch. The game drops players into a bright, open-world version of Mexico that feels full of life and movement. Wide highways, dusty dirt roads, lush jungles, and busy towns all blend together into a map that encourages exploration. Whether you are racing at top speed or simply cruising to enjoy the view, the world feels inviting and fun to...

Monster Hunter Wilds DLC Bug Sparks Performance Debate

Jan 16, 2026, 3:22 PM Daniel-D Gaming News

Monster Hunter Wilds faces backlash as PC performance improves with DLC ownership, revealing a major optimization flaw.

Monster Hunter Wilds has recently faced backlash from PC players due to a strange performance issue linked to downloadable content ownership. Reports suggest that the game runs significantly better when all available DLC is owned or installed, leading to widespread confusion and frustration within the community. What initially sounded like a joke quickly became a serious discussion about optimization and design flaws. ...

Elden Ring Nightreign update buffs weak characters and improves balance

Jan 16, 2026, 1:39 PM AlexP Gaming News

A new Elden Ring Nightreign update buffs weaker characters, smooths difficulty, and improves balance for solo and co-op runs.

A new update has arrived for Elden Ring Nightreign, and it brings welcome changes aimed at making the game feel more fair and enjoyable for a wider range of players. The patch focuses mainly on improving characters that were seen as weak choices, following weeks of feedback from players who felt forced to pick only a few strong options to survive longer runs. One of the biggest changes in this update is a general boost to several underused characters. These characters...

Capcom reveals new Resident Evil Requiem gameplay at January showcase

Jan 16, 2026, 1:30 PM Fyra Frost Gaming News

As annoucned earlier this week, the latest Resident Evil Showcase has focused on Requiem, revealing many novelites about the upcoming title.

Capcom revealed a substantial new wave of information about Resident Evil Requiem during its Resident Evil Showcase held yesterday, offering a clearer picture of how the next mainline entry in the long-running horror series will play and what players can expect when it launches on February 27, 2026. Coming alongside a major anniversary for the franchise, Resident Evil Requiem aims to merge classic survival horror with modern action design through dual protagonists, expanded difficulty options, and deeper enemy behavior. Many exciting...

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