The recent leak of the Google Pixel 9, 9 Pro, and 9 Pro XL devices has taken many by surprise. With images surfacing five months before the usual October release timeframe, it raises questions about how and why these units are already out in the world. This early reveal may indicate a shift in Google’s
As the release date for the upcoming Lord of the Rings animated film War of the Rohirrim draws near, fans are eagerly anticipating any new information or images related to the movie. Recently, new images have been released, showcasing some of the characters, creatures, and environments that will be featured in the film. While it
AMD’s software engineers have been working diligently to update its Linux GPU kernel driver, shader compiler, and other code sources in preparation for its next generation of graphics architecture. Recently, they extended this effort to the RadeonSI OpenGL driver, incorporating nearly 24,000 lines of code for GFX12, also known as RDNA 4, into the Mesa
As the video game industry continues to grow and evolve, it is important to recognize and celebrate the games and creators who have made significant contributions to the medium. One such institution that does just that is The Strong, a New York-based “museum of play” that curates a Hall of Fame to honor some of
Square Enix has recently unveiled a new “four-pillar” plan in its Medium-term Business Plan for the next three years. One of the pillars focuses on aggressively pursuing a multiplatform strategy that includes Nintendo platforms, PlayStation, Xbox, and PCs. This move signifies a shift towards reaching a wider audience and ensuring that more customers can enjoy
Bethesda recently released the “Next Gen Update 2” for Fallout 4, addressing some of the issues from the previous update and adding graphics settings for PS5 and Xbox Series X. However, a closer look at the update reveals some concerning aspects that may not sit well with players. One of the main points of contention
Nvidia has been reportedly testing four different designs for heatsinks and fans that can cope with power levels ranging from 250 W to 600 W. This comes in light of the power increases seen with Ampere GPUs, such as the RTX 30-series cards. The need for efficient cooling solutions is vital to ensure that the
In the world of PCs, one of the biggest issues that users face today is the excessive power consumption and heat generation. While high-performance components are meant to enhance the overall experience, they often come with the downside of consuming too much power and generating an excessive amount of heat. The current trend of utilizing
The latest game in the Star Wars universe, Jedi: Fallen Order, has surprisingly taken the top spot in game sales charts in Australia and New Zealand for early May 2024. This victory comes as a shock to many, especially considering the stiff competition from newer releases like Helldivers 2 and Stellar Blade. However, this unusual
Months after acquiring Activision Blizzard, Microsoft is taking a bold step into the world of mobile gaming by announcing the launch of its own mobile game store. This store will offer popular titles such as Minecraft and Candy Crush, providing an alternative to the Apple App Store and Google Play. Xbox president, Sarah Bond, shared