Shaheer Zahid

About Me

Hello, I’m Shaheer, an enthusiastic gamer and dedicated writer. My journey revolves around a deep passion for both gaming and the written word. Exploring the ever-evolving gaming landscape has been an exciting adventure for me, and I’m committed to delivering content that not only informs but also captivates.

Position at Tech4Gamers

Currently serving as a News Reporter at Tech4Gamers, I have the privilege of combining my love for gaming with the art of storytelling. My role involves crafting engaging narratives that keep our audience abreast of the latest developments in the gaming world.

Tech Journey

My venture into the tech realm began with a genuine love for gaming. This passion has evolved into a mission to share the most intriguing stories and updates from the gaming industry. Each day is an opportunity to explore new facets of technology and translate them into compelling content for fellow enthusiasts.

Current PC setup

Currently, I’m rocking the following specs in my custom PC:

  • OS: Windows 11
  • CPU: Intel Core i5-12400
  • Motherboard: ASUS Prime H610M-K
  • GPU:  Gigabyte Radeon RX 6700 XT
  • RAM: XPG Spectrix D60G 16GB DDR4 3200 MHz
  • SSD: HikVision E100 256GB
  • CPU Cooler: ID-COOLING SE-234 A-RGB
  • PSU: Corsair CV650

Ex-Rockstar Director Says GTA Is Stuck in a Loop of Five U.S. Cities, Dismisses Overseas Settings

Ex-Rockstar director dismissed the idea of GTA being set outside the U.S., stating that the series is stuck in the loop of the same 5 cities.

New Listing Suggests Ryzen 7 9850X3D Could Launch at Just $499 — Cheaper Than Expected

New listing suggests that the upcoming Ryzen 7 9850X3D will cost $499, only a $300 upwards from the Ryzen 7 9800X3D.

ASUS to Ramp Up AM4/LGA 1700 Motherboard Production in 2026 as Rising RAM Prices Force a DDR4 Comeback

With DDR5 RAM prices going out of reach, ASUS is reportedly increasing AM4 board production to meet the upcoming demand for DDR4 builds.

Rising Hardware Prices Are Likely to Push Gamers Toward Cloud Gaming in 2026

The AI boom is causing PC prices to skyrocket, and with such inflation, gamers might finally be pushed towards cloud gaming in 2026.

RTX 5080 GPUs Are Now Being Modded to 32GB VRAM for AI, Spelling More Trouble for Gamers

In China, many RTX 5080 GPUs are being modded to double the VRAM to 32GB and are being sold to meet AI demand.

Arc Raiders Has Retained 86% of Its Player Base Since Hitting Peak Player Count

Since hitting peak player count, Arc Raiders has retained 86% of its player base, an impressive feat for a multiplayer title.

AI Set to Consume 20% of Global DRAM Supply as HBM and GDDR7 Drive the Next Phase

AI will consume 20% of the Global DRAM supply in 2026, and the next phase will focus on memory capacity and inference costs.

DDR5 RAM Prices Exploded by 123% This Year — 2026 Expected To Deliver Another Brutal 45% Surge

DDR5 RAM prices increased by a whopping 123% this year, but this may just be the beginning, with another 45% surge expected in 2026.

Halo Studios Goes All In on Gen AI, Making It a Core Pillar for Future Halo Game Development

Halo Studios is doubling down on Gen AI usage and making it a core pillar for future Halo titles by hiring experts related to the field.

GPU Prices Likely To Rise In January 2026 As AMD And Nvidia Face DRAM Shortages

Insider says that AMD and Nvidia will implement a major price hike on GPUs in 2026 because of the global DRAM shortage.

Rising Memory Prices Could Delay Next-Gen Xbox, PS6, and Steam Machine Launches, Analyst Warns

An analyst says rising memory prices due to the AI boom could push back next-gen console launches from their planned release dates.

After RAM and SSDs, the AI Boom Could Soon Drive Up Console Prices, Analysts Warn

Analyst says that console prices could soon be increased after the AI boom has caused a global memory shortage.

PC Selling Prices Could Rise as Much as 8% in 2026 Amid Worsening Global Memory Crisis

Data firm estimates that PC prices will increase by a whopping 8% going into 2026 as the memory shortage situation gets worsened.

Larian Studios Forced into Early Optimization for Divinity Due to SSD and RAM Shortages

Larian revealed that rising RAM and SSD prices have become a hurdle in the development of Divinity with optimization becoming a priority.

Call of Duty’s Fresh Slate Begins in 2027 With a New Subfranchise Set in the 1990s–2000s

Sledgehammer Games is taking the lead on 2027's Call of Duty, which will be an entry in a new subfranchise featuring new characters.

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Why Modern PC Games Are CPU-Bound Again

Many modern PC games are CPU-bound again. Here’s why powerful GPUs aren’t delivering the gains players expect.

Ex-Rockstar Director Says GTA Is Stuck in a Loop of Five U.S. Cities, Dismisses Overseas Settings

Ex-Rockstar director dismissed the idea of GTA being set outside the U.S., stating that the series is stuck in the loop of the same 5 cities.

How to Develop a Computer Game: Basic Steps and Pitfalls

A guide on how to make a computer game today, covering planning, development, costs, common mistakes, and what to expect after release.

Ghost of Yotei Fails To Break Into Metacritic’s Top 10 PlayStation 2025 List

Ghost of Yotei has been a successful sequel, but it failed to make a big enough impression to compete with the year's best releases.

ASRock To Showcase Next-Generation PC Hardware at CES 2026

ASRock CES 2026 reveals new AIO liquid coolers, Rock Series and Challenger motherboards, Taichi OLED gaming monitors, Radeon RX 9070 XT Taichi White GPU, Platinum power supplies, and DeskSlim mini PCs.