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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

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.

Death Stranding 2 Is Causing PS5 Overheating For Many Players

Some Death Stranding 2 players have taken to online forums to report that opening the map screen is overheating their consoles.
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QCY H3S Review: Solid Performance And Comfort

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The QCY H3S is a budget-friendly Bluetooth headphone that delivers impressive comfort, solid sound quality, and long battery life. Its over-ear design, soft protein leather cushions, and lightweight build make it easy to wear for hours, while dual drivers and adaptive ANC provide clear, immersive audio. With Bluetooth 6.0, app-based sound customization, and up to 102 hours of playtime, it performs well above its price.
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Job Listings Suggest Beyond Good and Evil 2 Not Coming Anytime Soon Despite Years of Delays

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According to job listings, Ubisoft's Beyond Good and Evil 2 is still years away, as it appears to be in mid-development stages at this point.
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Next Tomb Raider Title Heavily Reworked To Improve Characters, Features Lara Croft At Her Prime

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A new scoop by a trusted Hollywood leaker reveals that Tomb Raider has been reworked since last year to improve characters.
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Bungie Is Finally Working On Destiny 3, Leaker Reveals

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It appears that Bungie is finally working on Destiny 3, as confirmed by a reliable leaker and dataminer of the franchise.
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Death Stranding 2 PC Port Has Been Rated By The ESRB

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The ESRB has rated Death Stranding 2: On the Beach for PC, hinting that a release on the platform is nearby.