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Starfield will get official Nvidia DLSS support, Frame Generation soon
After controversial support for AMD FSX at launch, Bethesda is adding native DLSS capabilities in a beta version next week.
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Intel claims up to 750% gaming boost with latest Arc graphics drivers
Halo gets the biggest improvement, along with older DirectX11 games, but a few new titles get big gains too
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AMD FSR 3 vs. Nvidia DLSS 3: Similarities and differences
High-performance upscaling technologies such as AMD FSR 3.x and Nvidia DLSS 3.x are the talk of the town among gamers and developers alike, but what are the similarities and differences?
Reviews
Razer Viper V3 HyperSpeed review: A fast, unpretentious esports mouse
The Razer Viper V3 HyperSpeed is modest in appearance but a real performance juggernaut. Its handling is superb and its 30K Razer Focus Optical Sensor is fast and accurate. It also supports 4K HyperPolling for the quickest responses in competitive games.
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Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 Turbocharged review: Not just for kids
Toy cars, imaginative tracks, fun races, and tantrums in Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 Turbocharged.
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This ingenious Asus RTX graphics card includes an M.2 SSD slot
We heard you liked PCIe 5.0 SSD drives, so we put a PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot on your PCIe 5.0 graphics card wow this meme format doesn't work with so many letters.
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If your PC turns off while playing games, here's what to do
One of the most common causes of a sudden and unexpected computer shutdown is heat. Here's how to prevent damage from overheating.
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Corsair K70 Core review: The best typing you can get for $100
The K70 Core, despite being the "budget" entry for the line, shows an amazing improvement over previous designs thanks to lubed switches and internal foam.
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This Asus ROG Ally replacement case lets you see its guts
Does your portable PC gaming gadget need another display? Of course not. But for forty bucks you can get one, and flash the NASA logo to strangers on the bus.
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The Full Nerd special edition: Inside Alan Wake 2's stunning graphics tech (with Remedy and Nvidia)
PCWorld's Full Nerd crew is joined by Remedy developers and Nvidia's GeForce evangelist to dive deep into Alan Wake 2's technological tour de force.
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HP Omen 16 laptop review: An affordable RTX-powered gaming laptop
A cheap, powerful PC to work on that can also run new games without melting.
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Nab this comfortable HyperX wireless gaming headset for just $65
The HyperX wireless gaming headset is both affordable and comfortable. What more could you ask for?
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'Frasier Fantasy' is the 90s sitcom RPG you didn't know you needed
Go on an epic quest to retrieve some grape scissors in this Game Boy Color classic that never was
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Rumors swirl of an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 Super with 20GB RAM
New GeForce "Super" variants boosting the memory of both the RTX 4080 and 4070 might inject a little life into Nvidia's GPU line
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How to turn on Windows' hidden PC performance overlay
Keep an eye on your system's vitals with Windows 11's hidden performance overlay.
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Diablo IV: Blizzard raffles high-end gaming PC with real human blood in water cooling system
Blizzard is giving away a high-end gaming PC with a water cooling system that is supposed to contain real human blood as part of a blood donation campaign.
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Bye-bye, mouse: Why you should consider a desktop touchpad instead
Little movement and a lot of comfort — that's the PC touchpad's recipe for success.
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Epic is giving away The Evil Within 1 and 2 for free
The latest pair of Epic Games Store freebies are survival horror games from the creator of Resident Evil.
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AMD FSR 3 with Fluid Motion Frames: Radeon's DLSS 3 rival, explained
AMD presented its latest upscaling technology FSR 3 at Gamescom 2023 and wants to compete with Nvidia's DLSS 3. We explain the tech and its feature set in detail.
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Keychron C3 Pro review: A new budget keyboard contender
With solid hardware, programming options, and an unbeatable price, the C3 Pro is an easy recommendation for anyone who doesn't want to splurge on a keyboard.
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AMD challenges Nvidia's RTX 4080 with its new RX 7900M laptop GPU
AMD has moved its flagship GPU to the mobile space, launching its RX 7900M GPU for laptops inside the Alienware m18 gaming notebook.
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Nab this spacious mechanical gaming keyboard for just $30
Looking to pick up an inexpensive mechanical gaming keyboard? The Rosewill Neon K75 V2 is on sale for just $29.99.
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AMD disables new Radeon Anti-Lag+ feature after triggering anti-cheat bans
You might want to update AMD's Adrenalin Software if you're planning on playing any online games with a Radeon-powered machine.
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Corsair Scimitar Elite Wireless review: This MMO mouse has a sliding keypad
The Corsair Scimitar Elite Wireless promises MMO players in particular a more comfortable gaming experience. But does it actually deliver what it promises?
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Nvidia's AI-infused Video Super Resolution comes to RTX 20-series GPUs
Nvidia's awesome AI-infused Video Super Resolution feature was introduced for newer RTX GPUs earlier this year, and now it's coming to the 20-series.
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Minecraft celebrates 300 million sold ahead of 15th birthday
The Swedish-made block builder is the world's biggest seller.
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AMD's Radeon Anti-Lag+ is getting gamers banned in Counter-Strike 2 and more
The Radeon software feature is falsely triggering Valve's Anti-Cheat system.
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Nvidia raises GeForce Now prices as much as 40% in some countries
The price jump will hit Canadians hardest starting in November, though several European countries are getting it too.
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Microsoft buys Activision, maker of Diablo, Warcraft, and Call of Duty, for $69 billion
With deep concessions made on game streaming, Microsoft's record-breaking purchase of Activision Blizzard is complete.
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MSI Thin GF63 (2023) review: A gaming laptop you can afford
The MSI Thin GF63 offers solid 1080p gaming on a budget, but you'll have to put up with compromises in some key areas
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Scuf's Envision controllers were tailor-made for PC gaming
The Scuf Envision and Envision Pro controllers are packed with customization and programming options.
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Meta Quest 3 review: Mixed-reality game changer
Adding cameras for augmented reality makes a big difference, as does the higher-resolution graphics.
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Prime Day deal: Get Havit's mechanical gaming keyboard for just $35
Looking to pick up an inexpensive mechanical keyboard? The Havit KB487L is a good choice.
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Best keyboard deals for October Prime Day
The best deals on mechanical and gaming keyboards are underway and we've got 'em right here.
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Best monitor deals for October Prime Day: Save big on Samsung, Dell, and more
From gaming monitors to 4K workstation monitors, these Prime Day deals offer solid discounts on desktop displays.
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Yay! $200 graphics cards are back during Amazon's October Prime Days
Score Intel's Arc A750 graphics card for just $199 during Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days.
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My go-to bone conduction headphones are on sale for $55
The popular AfterShokz OpenMove has a deep discount for Amazon Prime Deals Day.
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Forza Motorsport review: A supercar that needs some tuning
With Forza Motorsport, Turn 10 has scrapped all the old tech and tailored the experience for the latest technologies – for better and worse.
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Cherry Xtrfy M8 Wireless review: Wireless, light, and precise
The Cherry Xtrfy M8 Wireless gaming mouse relies on the very good Pixart 3395 sensor and a fast wireless connection.
Best Picks
The best CPUs for gaming 2023: Top picks in all price categories
The best gaming CPUs will help your PC pump out as many frames as possible, as quickly as possible. We pick the best for every budget.
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Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty in test: Do you want to be John Wick, James Bond or the Kill Bill Lady?
Phantom Liberty is the farewell firework that Cyberpunk 2077 has earned.
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6 reasons to skip prebuilt PCs and do it yourself
Anyone who wants to buy a new PC has to make a decision sooner or later: Do you want to assemble the computer yourself, or would you prefer an off-the-shelf computer? Here are six reasons why you should not buy a ready-made PC.
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Alienware x16 review: Awesomely powerful and super thin
The Alienware x16 takes no prisoners when it comes to frame rates in AAA games, clocking the equal fastest fps we've seen so far in a 16-inch gaming laptop, yet it's also the thinnest of the bunch.
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Nvidia DLSS 3.5 explained: AI ray reconstruction, supersampling, and more
Here's everything you need to know about DLSS 3.5, from features to compatibility and more.
How-To
Take productivity to new levels with an MMO gaming mouse (seriously!)
It may seem unusual at first glance, but an MMO or MOBA mouse is not just a must-have for avid gamers. With their multiple customization options, programmable buttons and comfort, they are great for taking your productivity to a new level.
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Assassin's Creed Mirage preview: Finally, a return to stealth roots
Assassin's Creed Mirage is finally stealth-first again: We can experiment much more, experience a maximally open level design and a city where every neighbourhood feels different.
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FSR 3, Radeon's frame-injecting DLSS 3 rival, launches today
AMD's FSR 3 framerate-boosting tech is now available in Immortals of Aveum and Forspoken.
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Roccat Kone Air review: A solid $50 gaming mouse
The Roccat Kone Air positions itself with a medium-high price of currently around $50 and promises a real gaming experience.
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This fully loaded Roccat mechanical gaming keyboard is 54% off
If you're looking to pick up a nice mechanical gaming keyboard on the cheap, the Roccat Vulcan 121 is worth considering.
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