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Shahmeer Sarfaraz

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About Me

I began my gaming journey by playing flash games and whatever my potato PC could run in the early 2000s. I still have fond memories of playing GTA games and Need for Speed 2. I eventually moved to online experiences like IMVU and Wizard 101, which further propelled my love for gaming. Now I love to play indie and a couple of AAA entries to pass my time.

Position at Tech4Gamers

I’ve previously worked for eXputer as a Senior News Writer for several years. Now with Tech4Gamers, I love to devoutly keep up with the latest gaming and entertainment industries. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science and years of experience reporting on games and breaking exclusive stories. Besides my passion for gaming journalism, I love spending my leisure time farming away in Stardew Valley. VGC, IGN, GameSpot, Game Rant, TheGamer, GamingBolt, The Verge, NME, Metro, Dot Esports, GameByte, Kotaku Australia, PC Gamer, and more have cited my articles.

Tech Journey

Despite having a fair share of experience with retro console gaming in my early years, I’ve mostly stuck to PC for the rest of my life. I made the best use of a potato PC for a long time by playing various popular indie and low-end releases before eventually equipping myself with a rig that allowed me to try out many AAA games on my wishlist. Since then, my passion has grown into a profession that I’m proud of over the years.

Current PC setup

I’m currently using these specs on my trusty gaming device:

OS: Windows 11

CPU: Intel Core i7-12700H 2.70 GHz

GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060

RAM: DDR5 16 GB

Storage: 1 TB

Mafia: The Old Country Is Getting Criticized By Fans For Being “Generic” Like A 2013 Game

The 13-minute gameplay footage has failed to drum up interest among fans with one fan saying they were glad to not pre-order the game.

Game Pass Only Considered ‘Profitable’ Because Xbox Doesn’t Count First-Party Costs, Insider Claims

The reliable industry insider Chris Dring reveals that Xbox does not count first-party costs when asked about Game Pass being profitable.

Almost Half Of 2025’s Top-Performing Steam Games Are Either AA Or Indie

Nearly half of this year's best-performing games on Steam based on top concurrent players were either AA or indie instead of AAA titles.

Selling 10 Million Copies Now Considered An ‘Ordinary’ Benchmark For AAA Games, Ex-PlayStation Boss Says

Former PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida claims that selling 10 million copies is now just an ordinary benchmark for most AAA games.

Xbox’s Game Pass Focus One of Leading Causes Behind Layoffs, Implies Ex-Arkane Studios Founder

The former Arkane Studios founder Raphael Colantonio implies that Xbox's focus on Game Pass has played a huge role in the recent layoffs.

Video Game Spending Decreased By 25% Among Young Americans, Likely Due To Rising Costs

Video game spending has decreased by a whopping 25% in the United States for people between the ages of 18-24.

PlayStation Fans Are Excited For Horizon 3 After Seeing Decima Engine’s Evolution In Death Stranding 2

Many PlayStation fans are now anticipating Guerrilla Games' Horizon 3 after seeing how far Decima Engine has come with Death Stranding 2.

Sega To Focus On Global Market Instead Of Japanese-First Approach For A Strong Comeback, President Confirms

Sega president Shuji Utsumi has confirmed that the company is adopting a more modern global focus approach to become a behemoth once again.

New GTA 6 Job Listings Suggest Rockstar Preparing Huge Global Marketing Campaign

New GTA 6 job listing confirms that Rockstar is confident in the game's current release date, as a huge marketing campaign is about to begin.

Sony Patents To Introduce Virtual Controller Buttons That Work With Finger Gestures

A new patent published by Sony discusses bringing the ability for controllers to have virtual buttons that work with users' finger gestures.

Ubisoft’s Next Mainline Ghost Recon Game Set To Launch Fall 2026, Insider Claims

A credible gaming industry insider claims that Ubisoft is preparing to launch the next mainline Ghost Recon title late next year.

PlayStation Fans Are Furious Over Sharp Price Hikes In Turkey And Brazil

Sony has recently bumped some game prices in Brazil while increasing PlayStation Plus prices by 55% in Turkey, which has upset many users.

CDPR Assures The Witcher 4 Will Follow Narrative Lessons From The Witcher 3

The Witcher 4 narrative director Philipp Weber claims in an interview that CDPR will follow the narrative lessons learned from the last RPG.

Marathon Already Improving After Delay, New Closed Alpha Brings Visual Improvements And More

Newly leaked screenshots showcase the improved visual fidelity of Marathon, featuring better lighting and increased density.

Tides Of Annihilation Reportedly Releases Fall 2026, Expansion And Co-op Mode In Development

As per insider Lunatic Ignus, Tides of Annihilation is set to launch between September and October 2026 with a DLC already in the work.
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Coolers

Cougar Poseidon Vistek Pro 360 ARGB White Cooler Review: Display, Design, And Cooling Done Right

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The Cougar Poseidon Vistek Pro 360 ARGB White is a powerful and stylish liquid cooler with a 3.95-inch customizable screen, neat cable management, and solid performance for its price. It runs a bit loud at full speed and has limited mounting options on AMD sockets, but it offers great value and a five-year warranty.
Guides

Raid Shadow Legends Beginner’s Guide – Become The Next Champion In 2025

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New Raid Shadow Legends players may find the game a bit challenging, but a few key tips can vastly improve the beginner experience.
Coolers

GameMax Glacier 360 Review: Great Performance, Beautiful Design

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The GameMax Glacier 360 is a budget-friendly liquid cooler with a large 3.95-inch HD LCD. It provides great cooling, especially for powerful CPUs like the Ryzen 9 9950X, but the software has some bugs, and the fans can be noisy. Overall, it's a good deal with a 5-year warranty, but the tube design and fan noise might not work for everyone.
Guides

Star Citizen: How To Customize A Ship For Best Results

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Customizing a ship in Star Citizen can seem like a daunting task, but with enough thought and planning, it can be quite intuitive.
News

Dispatch Has A Near-Perfect Score On PS5, Beating Clair Obscur And Death Stranding 2

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Dispatch, an episodic game made by ex-Telltale developers has managed to secure a near-perfect on the PlayStation Store.