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Nvidia's Project G-Assist is the first AI assistant I actually want
Nvidia reveals Project G-Assist at Computex, enabling custom AI bots that can serve as sidekicks or even overclock your PC.
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Why don’t some esports mice have DPI switchers on top?
Dedicated DPI switcher buttons on gaming mice can help gamers switch DPI settings on the fly in games, thereby boosting their performance. So, why don't some well-known esports mice have this feature?
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Chivalry 2 is the free game of the week on Epic Games Store
Epic Games continues to bring killer free games to our gaming PCs.
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Why gaming laptops excel at creative work, not just play
Are gaming laptop any good for video editing and graphic design? Oh yes. Here's why.
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Nvidia's 'AI game assistant' April Fools' joke might be real
The 2017 gag might become real — at least to some degree — if a recent tweet is to be believed.
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This RTX 4070 Asus gaming laptop is a jaw-dropping steal at $1,100
You can't get a better RTX-powered gaming laptop at this price.
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Get 25% off on the Logitech G502 X, one of our favorite gaming mice
This legendary Logitech mouse is one of the best wired gaming mice we've tested.
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Graphics cards are about to get more expensive — and that's not all
Tariff exemptions from 2022 are expiring in June, meaning US prices for graphics cards, motherboards, and other components will be going up.
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This RTX 4050 gaming laptop is only $950 for a limited time
The HP Victus delivers incredible gaming performance—and you can save $350 if you grab it while you can.
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Conquer Azeroth in the Small World of Warcraft board game, now $42
Pick your favorite race and power combination and vie for control in the Small World of Warcraft strategy board game.
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You almost never see an RTX 4060 gaming laptop going this cheap
The Lenovo LOQ delivers powerful performance at a price only seen for models with lesser graphics cards.
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Can you bequeath your Steam account? Maybe, but there's a catch
Steam says you can't leave your account in your will. US law says maybe you can. But even if it's technically legal, there's still a problem.
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Should you enable hardware-accelerated GPU scheduling in Windows 11?
Gamers are often encouraged to switch on hardware-accelerated GPU scheduling in Windows 10 or 11, but does this feature actually provide any tangible upticks to performance?
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The Epic Games Store is giving away Farming Simulator 22 for free
Epic Games continues to bring free games to our PCs, with Farming Simulator 22 continuing the Epic Mega Sale giveaways.
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Can $500 get you a good gaming laptop?
You'll probably need to spend more than $500 to get a good gaming laptop, but you still have options to play on low-cost notebooks.
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Why ultralight gaming mice are better for big hands too
Many ultralight mice are a little too small for players with big hands. So should we be making more big mice that also qualify as ultralight?
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Save $480 on this RTX 4060 Lenovo gaming laptop
A gaming laptop with an RTX 4060 and Ryzen 7 7840HS at this price? It's a dream come true.
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Grab the Logitech K585 multi-device keyboard for just $31
In need of a slim and silent keyboard that works with multiple devices across platforms? The Logitech K585 is a great pick!
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You're not getting a Surface gaming PC. Here's why
Microsoft's Surface chief explains why the company isn't interested in a laptop designed for gaming — and it has nothing to with Microsoft.
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Hands on: Microsoft's Surface Pro thankfully gives up on 'lapability'
We go hands-on with the new Microsoft Surface Pro.
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This RTX-powered Razer Blade 14 is 45% off! (Save $1590)
If you want a high-end gaming laptop you can take with you anywhere, the Razer Blade 14 is now on sale.
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Why most pro gamers use a claw grip with gaming mice
The majority of pro gamers tend to adopt a specific kind of mouse grip called a "claw grip" when in the throes of battle. But what's the reasoning for that, and should you do the same?
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Ghost of Tsushima can use Nvidia DLSS and AMD FSR at the same time
The long-awaited samurai game lets you mix and match Nvidia super sampling and AMD frame generation if you have compatible hardware.
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Epic gives away Dragon Age Inquisition to kick off annual Mega sale
In addition to Dragon Age Inquisition, Epic's Mega sale includes tons of AAA games, notably a lot of previous PlayStation exclusives like God of War.
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Get this PlayStation 5 bundle for $449 in super-rare price drop
Not only are you getting a new PS5 Slim, but you also get to play Spider-Man 2.
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Nvidia's RTX video upscaler comes to Firefox
Nvidia's RTX Video Super Resolution is already compatible with Chrome, Edge, and VLC, on systems with RTX 30- or 40-series graphics cards.
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A new 'Lunar Lake' handheld PC could signal a big push by Intel
The Weibu GP10a handheld gaming PC powered by an Intel Core Ultra "Lunar Lake" processor appears on a Computex product page, signaling that Lunar Lake handhelds could be a viable option.
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Dell's RTX 4070-powered gaming laptop is shockingly cheap today
Take your favorite games anywhere you go with the fantastic Dell G16 laptop, now on sale at Dell.
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A new Xbox cloud feature lets work laptops play like gaming PCs
Microsoft has added the ability to play with a mouse and keyboard to select titles on Xbox Cloud Gaming running on a browser, with Xbox app support coming in the near future.
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8BitDo's awesome NES-style Retro Mechanical Keyboard is 30% off
The 8BitDo Retro was already a pretty good deal at $100, but Woot is selling both the NES and Famicom versions for 30 percent off.
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PCIe 6.0's thermal throttling plans could slam brakes on performance
An Intel-authored PCI Express driver is adding thermal controls to PCI Express, the main PC bus, to prevent overheating.
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Hades II’s musical flourishes are a hellish delight
Supergiant's roguelike sequel improves on the original in every way, but one boss fight is an example of fantastic sound design.
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Corsair's next purchase is sim racing specialist Fanatec
Fanatec will soon join Origin, Elgato, Scuf, and Drop in Corsair's stable of PC hardware brands.
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Microsoft retools the Windows Xbox app to play nicer on handhelds
Microsoft's Xbox app for Windows is introducing a "Jump Back In" interface for recently-played games, as well as a tweaked Friends menu.
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The one mechanical keyboard feature I can’t live without
If you're looking for a new keyboard and you want it to last, don't get one without hot-swap switch sockets.
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May GeForce be with you: Nvidia made an Admiral Ackbar RTX 4080
The custom-painted Admiral Ackbar GeForce RTX 4080 will go to one lucky winner, along with a comic book and Funko Pop.
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Sony surrenders: Helldivers 2 won't require PlayStation login on PC
After universal condemnation, Sony reversed a decision to require PC players to link their Steam accounts with the PlayStation Network.
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Razer's Editor's Choice-winning Basilisk gaming mouse plummets to $45
The Razer Basilisk V3 is well-loved among fans of PC shooters, including us. Today it's $25 off its regular price for an awesome deal.
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Helldivers 2 now mandates PlayStation accounts and PC gamers are MAD
The Sony-published game will require a PlayStation Network login, in addition to a Steam account, after becoming a sleeper hit.
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What are hybrid switches in gaming mice?
You've probably heard of mechanical and optical button switches. But what are hybrid switches in gaming mice?
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Nvidia makes GeForce Now easier to run on the Steam Deck
Nvidia has a new applet that will make the game streaming service as easy to launch as any regular Steam game.
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Nvidia's 'Premium AI' push for PCs claims GPUs rule, NPUs drool
If you want truly useful AI, Nvidia says you need a GPU, not a weaksauce NPU.
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Does lift-off distance matter in a gaming mouse?
Companion apps for gaming mice often allow you to change the mouse's lift-off distance. But what is lift-off distance? And does it really affect gaming performance?
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This award-winning Corsair keyboard is an even better deal today
The Corsair K70 Core is already the best value for a full-sized gaming keyboard, but today you can get it for just $80 with a free wrist rest
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Thirsty modders put Baldur's Gate III romance in Stardew Valley
Soon you'll be able to smooch with Astarion on your cozy, pixelated farm.
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This stupid mistake in Logitech's AI-powered mouse is driving me mad
Logitech's Signature AI Edition M750 Wireless Mouse offers something new: one-click access to ChatGPT, and its ability to rewrite your prose. But the Logi Prompt Builder app is coming to all Logitech mice and keyboards…with a frustrating flaw.
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Hungry for more Fallout? Come with me on a YouTube lore binge
Amazon's Fallout TV show is an amazing live-action version of the video games. But if you want to dig deeper into its radioactive world, YouTube is the best place to start.
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MSI Claw claims up to 40% performance boost with new driver, BIOS
MSI says that its new BIOS and a fresh Arc graphics driver from Intel can give its Steam Deck competitor some mad gains.
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Get Corsair's tiny, wireless, $150 hot-swap keyboard for just $64
The Corsair K70 Pro Mini Wireless launched at over $150, but it's on a deep discount at Amazon today.
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