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Xbox has recently revealed its Gamescom lineup, featuring over 30 games.
However, among those games, Fable, a highly anticipated title, is missing.
The game has already been delayed once, but its absence from Gamescom suggests another delay is possible.
Fable is one of Xbox’s biggest upcoming games, originally announced with a 2025 release window. However, due to unfortunate circumstances, the title was delayed, and it no longer has a confirmed launch date.
Since then, fans have heard little to nothing about the project, and the silence has started to spark concern within the community. That concern has only grown after Xbox revealed its lineup for Gamescom, with Fable noticeably absent from the list. This omission could hint at yet another delay.
Why it matters: It has been a long time since Microsoft shared anything official about Fable, and the lack of updates is worrying. The recent layoffs affecting thousands of Microsoft employees may have also impacted the game’s development, adding to fears of further setbacks.
Xbox Will Have A huge Presence at Gamescom.
Microsoft has revealed a lineup of over 30 games for Gamescom, but one notable absence has caught fans’ attention: the highly anticipated Fable.
This omission comes during a year when Microsoft has laid off around 14,000 employees, a move that may have impacted the game’s development and pushed it back even further. The studio has yet to confirm a release date, and for now, it doesn’t seem ready to make any announcements.
While another major event, the Tokyo Game Show, is on the horizon, Microsoft is unlikely to have a significant presence there. That leaves The Game Awards later this year as the next big stage where Fable could potentially appear, though at this point, all signs seem to suggest another delay.
Regarding the Gamescom event, it is worth noting that there will be over 20 titles to play, which will include the first public hands-on opportunities for multiple games. There will also be a demo for Hollow Knight: Silksong.
What are your thoughts on a potential delay? Share them in the comments below or join the conversation over on the official Tech4Gamers forums.
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Earlier, I tested Biwin’s premium RAM solution in the form of the DW100 RGB kit. This time, I’m taking a look at the mainstream HX100 series from Biwin. The kit in the spotlight is the Black Opal 2×24GB, operating at 6000MHz CL28, making it a solid option for AMD users.
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This kit comes with both Intel XMP and AMD EXPO profiles, programmed with the same parameters. The series does not feature RGB lighting but is available in black and silver color options for a bit of visual variety. The maximum available speed in this series is 7200MHz, with capacities of 2×16GB, 2×24GB, and 2×32GB.
This non-binary kit carries a price tag of £124, with an expected price of around $145.
Key Takeaways
The Biwin HX100 48GB DDR5-6000 CL28 is a clean-looking DDR5 kit with tight timings, solid cooling, and great performance, especially for AMD builds.
You should buy the Biwin HX100 if you want one of the best-timed kits for AMD at 6000MHz CL28 and prefer a clean, non-RGB design available in silver or black.
You should not buy the Biwin HX100 if your build has limited RAM clearance, as its 47mm height can cause issues with some air coolers.
Here are the key specs:
Memory Type
DDR5 CUDIMM
Capacity
2x24GB
Tested Speed (EXPO/XMP)
6000MT/s
Tested Latency (EXPO/XMP)
28-36-36-72
Tested Voltage (EXPO/XMP)
1.40V
Warranty
Limited Lifetime
Features
Intel XMP 3.0
AMD EXPO
Fin Style Cooling
Aluminum Alloy Heatspreader
Tight Timings
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What Makes It Different?
Biwin HX100 DDR5 kit operating at 6000MHz CL28 is a no-frills, full of performance kit that would be handy dandy for your AMD platform in particular. What makes this kit even more potent is its overclocking potential. You can’t go wrong with this kit.
Packing Box
The kit comes in a black color packaging box made of paperboard. We have got the silver edition. The memory modules are nicely tucked inside the transparent container.
Design
These are the salient features of the kit:
The kit has XMP 3.0 and EXPO profiles
The kit uses specialized cooling, reducing the temperature by 5°C
The kit supports Overclocking
There is a meticulously layered aluminum fin structure
The Aluminum Alloy Heat Spreader
Limited Lifetime Warranty
The kit has a power management chip for stable and effective power usage
The silver color cover on this kit speaks for itself. You can see the fin design near the base of the modules. The black color border gives a subtle touch to the overall look and feel of the kit. HX100 DDR5 is printed on each module.
The kit utilizes an efficient thermal silicon pad for effective heat transfer, which is further enhanced with a fin design aluminum alloy heat spreader. You have got the aesthetics without a compromise on thermal performance.
The back side has the same layout as the front. You can see a sticker over the fin area. Removing the sticker voids the warranty. The part number of this kit is BXH54860HX1-D28FS. A serial number, speed, timing, and voltage ratings are also printed.
This kit is an unbuffered DIMM with a 288-pin layout. Each module has 1Rx8, meaning a single rank design using 8 modules. These kits are made in China. This kit has dimensions of 47×136.6×8.4mm (HxLxW).
The kit does not come equipped with ARGB LEDs, and it has no branding on the top; hence, there is nothing fancy over the top of this kit. The only thing adding some look is the cutouts.
The PCB is black, which is standard for DDR5 modules. One side is populated with the ICs and active circuitry, while the other side is blank and fitted with a thermal pad of the same thickness, ensuring the PCB sits evenly between the heat spreaders.
There are four memory chips on the left of the integrated PMIC chip and another four on the right, providing a total capacity of 24GB in a 1Rx8 configuration using a 3G x 64-bit design.
I have used AIDA64 to read some hardware data since Thaiphoon burner could not read the bus. Memory chips are from SK Hynix. The PMIC controller is from Richtek, having a part number of PMIC5100. This kit is manufactured in the 16th Week of 2025.
This kit has Intel XMP Revision 3.0 and AMD EXPO profiles programmed. Both profiles have the same parameters:
6000MHz 28-36-36-72 1.40V
Testing
We are using below mentioned configuration for RAM testing:
Thermaltake Core P6 TG Snow Edition in an open frame layout
I used these benchmarks to test the performance of the kit:
AIDA64 Engineer
SiSoftware Sandra Suite
Performance Test
3DMark Time Spy
Super Pi
BIOS Run
BIOS
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The kit has a single XMP and EXPO profile. The programming is accurate, and the motherboard on auto picked up the programmed data.
CPU-Z
The above is a CPU-Z screenshot. Looking closely, you will notice that the software is reporting the kit to be in quad-channel configuration. The reason for that is that with DDR5 kits, we have two channels per module with each being a 32-bit wide.
Results
Let’s start taking at the results one by one.
AIDA64 Engineer
AIDA64 Results
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The overall result of the kit operating at 6000MHz is marginally better than the XPG kit operating at the same frequency. The difference comes from the tight timing on the Biwin kit. However, the read operations are slow on Biwin for some odd reason.
Other Benchmark Software Results
More Results
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The Biwin kit has a better performance compared to the XPG kit, operating at the same speed. The advantage of the Biwin kit is its super-tight timings.
Overclocking
I managed to push the kit to 6600MHz, with still a better timing of CL30, though I had to use over 1.50V to achieve this result, with which I am not super comfortable for 24/7 operations.
More Results
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Should You Buy It?
Buy It If
✅You want the best timing kit for AMD: 6000MHz is still the best pick for the AMD platform, and the advantage would come from the kits operating at tight timings. The Biwin HX100 kit operates at 6000MHz with CL28.
✅RGB is not your requirement: This kit is available in silver and black options, making it an ideal fit for the stealth builds.
Don’t Buy It If
❌RAM Clearance is an issue: This kit has a height of 47mm. This is a tall profile and could be problematic for the air coolers.
Final Words
“Where form meets function” is a fitting description for Biwin’s HX100 series DDR5 kits. These non-RGB kits deliver the same strong performance at a lower cost. I tested the Black Opal HX100 2×24GB DDR5 kit, which runs at 6000MHz with CAS28.
This kit is an ideal choice for AMD platforms, and with some patience, you can further tune the timings for even better performance. The series is available in silver and black, and each kit includes a single XMP and EXPO profile with identical parameters.
The timings are set at 28-36-36-72 at 1.40V, though aggressive overclocking will require higher voltage. It uses SK Hynix chips with a PMIC from Richtek. On Intel platforms, which typically favor higher-frequency kits, this kit still outperforms the XPG kit at the same frequency but with looser timings.
Measuring 47 × 136.6 × 8.4 mm (H × L × W), it features a solid cooling solution with a fin design, aluminum-alloy heat spreader, and thermal pad. Backed by a limited lifetime warranty, this kit earns our recommendation.
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DDR5 UDIMMs gained the much-deserved attention, and we are at a point where the initial high price tag issue has been overcome, with a plethora of offers available on the market from the competition. However, the overclockers were facing a barrier in achieving high frequencies, particularly over 8000MHz from regular UDIMM, though we have had a lot of success in this area.
This barrier was identified and addressed with the help of CUDIMM, a new concept that is now taking over the UDIMMs fast, though it is still in its infancy and is supported only on the Intel Z890 platform due to native architecture. The concept, simply put, is to synchronize the clock signals from the CPU MC and the DRAM chips.
This is achieved via the CKD (Client Clock Driver) IC installed on the CUDIMMs. These kits operate in either bypass mode, which means a regular DIMM behavior where there is no synchronization, or in PLL Single or Dual mode, whereby up to 4x different input and output clock pairs can be received/sent.
This allows for better signal integrity and strength, particularly at much higher frequencies where the timings are sensitive enough to disrupt the given operation. I am not going into further details as it has been extensively covered by the media.
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I am taking a look at our first CKD kit from Teamgroup, which is the T-Force Xtreem ARGB CKD DDR5 kit, comprising 2x24GB modules that operate at 8400MHz, CL42 SPD. By default, this kit operates at 6400MHz, CL52.
This kit packs two XMP profiles, though only one is highlighted on the packaging box. The second XMP is even more interesting as it pushes this kit to a whopping 9333MHz, CL44. This is a non-binary kit. This kit retails at USD 279.99 at the time of this writing.
Imagine running at 8400 MHz without any tuning on a supported motherboard. Now, picture hitting 9333 MHz right out of the box on a compatible board. That’s exactly what the XTREEM CKD ARGB kit from Teamgroup delivers, where fast becomes even faster.
However, there’s a catch: you’ll need a top-tier motherboard and CPU to push these kits to their full potential.
Packing Box
The kit comes in a black color packaging box made of paperboard. There is a mention of XTREEM ARGB CKD DDR5 on the box. The memory modules are nicely tucked inside the transparent container.
Design
Let’s start by stating the salient features of the kit:
The kit has two XMP 3.0 profiles
The Kit features CKD IC
The kit has On-Die ECC Correction
There is a meticulously layered, aluminum sandblasted fin structure
The Aluminum Alloy Heat Spreader has a thickness of 2mm
Limited Lifetime Warranty
A power management chip for stable and effective power usage
Teamgroup has retained the basic footprint of the Xtreem series DDR5 kits on this ARGB CKD kit. One of the two differences externally would be a stylish ARGB diffuser/cover on the top, and the absence of the futuristic T-Force brand logo in silver over the ARGB CKD kits.
The gray and black colors synchronize well and give a stylish outlook to the modules. The heat spreader is made of sandblasted aluminum alloy material. This heat spreader has a 2mm thickness with a layered design using multiple fins to efficiently transfer the heat.
Narvik Black is printed over the base, indicating the color of this kit. This kit is from T-Force Lab, which I am sure is a marketing tagline since all of their kits are rigorously tested in their lab.
A sticker is pasted on the back, removing which voids the warranty. The part number of this kit is FF9D524G8400HC42B-CUBK. A serial number, speed, timing, and voltage ratings are also printed.
This kit is an unbuffered DIMM with a 288-pin layout. Each module has 1Rx8, meaning a single rank design using 8 modules. These kits are made in Taiwan. These kits have on-die ECC, which comes in handy for real-time data correction. This kit has dimensions of 48.8×134.5×8.2mm (HxLxW).
Looking at the top of this kit, you can see a stylish finish. A glass cover is placed over the top. The T-Force brand logo is in the center. The complete gray area is ARGB backlit. The top has an angled design or a slope design, which is not apparent in the picture. This kit, for some reason, blends perfectly over the MSI ACE motherboard.
This kit seems to have a 10-layer PCB design. The PCB color is black, which is standard on these DDR5 modules. One side of this is populated with the ICs and active circuitry, whereas the opposite end is blank and has a thermal pad of the same thickness to make the PCB sit in between the heat spreader evenly.
There are 4x memory chips on the left of the integrated PMIC chip and 4x memory chips on the right side of this controller. This gives a 24GB capacity overall in 1Rx8 using a 3G x 64-bit design. A key difference is the placement of the thermal pad over the PMIC.
I have used HWInfo64 to read some hardware data since Thaiphoon burner could not read the bus. Memory chips are M-Die from SK Hynix. The PMIC controller is from Richtek, having a part number of PMIC5100. This kit is manufactured in the 13th Week of 2025. The CKD device is obviously from Rambus, having a type of DDR5CKD01.
This kit has two Intel XMP Revision 3.0 profiles programmed. Profiles are:
8400MHz 42-54-54-84 1.40V
9333MHz 44-54-54-84 1.45V
The SPD device SPD5118 is from Renesas.
Testing
We are using below mentioned configuration for RAM testing:
Thermaltake Core P6 TG Snow Edition in an open frame layout
The following software has been used for the testing:
AIDA64 Engineer
SiSoftware Sandra Suite
Performance Test
3DMark Time Spy
Super Pi
BIOS Run
BIOS Walkthrough
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This kit has two Intel XMP 3.0 profiles. CKD does not work on the AMD platform in PLL mode; hence, no EXPO profile is on this kit. The XMP2 seems to be off with some programming. I had to manually enter the timings to get to work. I have tested the kit on both XMP profiles, and both are listed in the graphs.
CPU-Z
The above is a CPU-Z screenshot. Looking closely, you will notice that the software is reporting the kit to be in quad-channel configuration. The reason is that with DDR5 kits, we have two channels per module, with each being 32-bit wide.
RGB Lighting
RGB Lighting
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I appreciate the ARGB lighting on this kit. Teamgroup has done a fantastic job in this department as well. This kit is compatible with the RGB sync technology of motherboard manufacturers.
Test Results
This is our first kit in the graph operating at 8400MHz.
AIDA64 Engineer
AIDA64
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The overall result of the CKD kit operating at 8400MHz and 9333MHz is superb. Although the latency on the second XMP profile is higher but it is expected. See editor’s note below.
Other Benchmark Software Results
More Benchmarks
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We have mixed results from other test software. The Super PI has shown a good performance from this kit. However, overall memory score from SiSoft Sandra and performance tests are marginal. The same goes for the CPU score from the Time Spy Extreme.
Editor`s Note
You need to disable the Intel 200S update to make the kit work above 8000MHz, as this mode locks the kit at 8000MHz. In my testing, I have seen that the manual overclock up to 9000MHz using Gear 2 mode has given much stable performance, albeit marginally less performance than the speeds over 9300MHz using Gear 4 mode. The key here is stability. The performance metrics on 9333MHz or higher using Gear 4 mode are not that substantial.
To push these kits to their limits, you need the best hardware, comprising a capable motherboard like MSI Z890 Unify-X and a CPU with good MC. You can say you are dependent on the silicon luck after all, at least for the CPUs. I had a tough time with this kit on ASRock Z890 NOVA WiFi, as that motherboard could not handle speeds beyond 8,800 MHz. I am now arranging Intel Core Ultra 9 285k to continue playing with this kit for more results.
– Nauman Siddique
Should You Buy It?
Buy It If
✅You want nothing but the best: The CKD kits are the next big thing, and the T-Force XTREEM ARGB CKD DDR5 kit operating at 8400MHz/9333MHz, CAS42/44 with 48GB is best in class.
✅You have a high-end motherboard with good IMC: You are very much in luck if you have a golden CPU and a powerful motherboard for the CKD kits.
✅Subtle RGB is also your need: This kit has a black layout with gray color over the top area, which is covered by a glass top. You easily get the best ARGB light show on this kit.
Don’t Buy It If
❌RAM Clearance is an issue: This kit has a height of 48.8mm. This is quite a tall profile and could be problematic for the air coolers.
❌Your hardware can’t handle CKD kits: At present, you need to have a powerful motherboard with a capable CPU (MC) to handle the CKD kits to achieve higher frequencies. Do your homework before spending on this kit.
Final Words
CUDIMM or CKD DDR5 kits are the next big thing in the PC industry. Teamgroup offers a solid range of CKD kits, available in both RGB and non-RGB editions, across multiple frequency ranges. I had the opportunity to test the T-Force XTREEM ARGB CKD DDR5 kit, which is the manufacturer’s second-best flagship offering. These kits are far from ordinary, which is why their target market is enthusiasts, overclockers, and professionals.
In my opinion, gamers and regular desktop users are better off with non-CKD kits. They could save a considerable amount by skipping CKD kits and instead put that money toward a high-quality graphics card.
The tested kit includes two XMP profiles: one operating at 8400 MHz with timings of 42-54-54-84 at 1.40 V, and the other at 9333 MHz with timings of 44-54-54-84 at 1.45 V. It uses M-die from SK Hynix, CKD IC from Rambus, SPD from Renesas, and PMIC from Richtek.
Unsurprisingly, this kit topped all my benchmark charts. It’s the first and only kit on my test bench to run at both 8400 MHz and 9333 MHz. Measuring 48.8 × 134.5 × 8.2 mm (H × L × W), it features a 2 mm aluminum-alloy heat spreader for efficient heat dissipation. The onboard ECC die is a welcome addition, providing extra peace of mind.
This kit comes with a limited lifetime warranty and retails for USD 269.99.
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Twisted Metal is set to receive a third season for its live-action TV series.
The actor behind Sweet Tooth has said that the show’s entire cast wants to see the series receive a new game.
He believes Sony could do something special with the IP due to the lack of interesting vehicular combat titles recently.
The Twisted Metal franchise was rumored to receive a new game from PlayStation in the near future, but reports revealed that the project was cancelled amid layoffs and several unsuccessful live-service releases last year.
Still, the IP continues to live on through Peacock’s live-action adaptation, which is set to receive its third season soon. Discussing the future of Twisted Metal, one of the series’ lead actors has also expressed interest in another game for the IP.
Why it matters: Twisted Metal was left behind with a few of PlayStation’s key IPs on the PS3, and many believe that a comeback is long overdue.
Twisted Metal Could Add A Lot of Variety To Sony’s First-Party Games
Speaking to Collider, WWE’s Samoa Joe, who plays Sweet Tooth in the live-action adaptation, discussed his hopes for a new game.
He revealed that the entire cast wants to see Twisted Metal returning, and so does the general audience. Samoe Joe continued by saying that Sony is likely aware of the current demand for the IP.
He also praised the gaming giant’s first-party output, suggesting that the company could do something special with Twisted Metal in the future as the car combat games genre has not been the most interesting lately.
We’ve been screaming from the hills. Trust me. We want a new game badly.
Elsewhere, the series’ second season is currently ongoing. The live-action adaptation has led to a rejuvenated interest in Twisted Metal, giving Sony the motivation it needs to make another game.
In the past, the gaming giant also expressed interest in revisiting older IPs, so fans should continue holding out hope.
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Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is getting review-bombed after the 1.5 update added censorship changes.
The new censorship alters the game’s storyline, rendering certain bosses unkillable as they enter a state of exhaustion after battle.
Moreover, the game is now easier, with faster, simpler dodging and healing.
Wuchang: Fallen Feathers launched to a shaky reception in the gaming scene, particularly due to having a generic Souls-like formula and PC performance issues at launch. The publisher even admitted that launching new IPs in the current industry climate is a nightmare.
Now, after the rating recovered a bit, Wuchang is being review bombed after new censorship changes following the latest 1.5 update. The new censorship alters the game storyline by bringing unsatisfying changes and making certain bosses and NPCs completely unkillable.
Why it matters: These censorship changes alter major elements of the game by retconning the story’s important elements and toning down the game’s difficulty noticeably.
Wuchang: Fallen Feathers has been review bombed on Steam, as droves of players are complaining about the new censorship changes.
The new 1.5 update makes these unkillable bosses enter a state of exhaustion after you defeat them. Some enemies, like Ming dynasty soldiers, no longer attack at all, making the once-difficult chapter much easier.
The dodging now also feels faster, and healing has become easier. The mods on the game’s subreddit banning this controversy from being discussed is further fueling the response of the community.
Therefore, these changes have caused thousands of gamers to review the game negatively on Steam, with many of them now refusing to call Wuchang a Souls-like anymore.
Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is on a downward slope after the latest update.
These censorship changes were made after the backlash of a few Chinese players who criticized the developers for allegedly negatively portraying historical figures.
Do you think the backlash and review bombing aimed at Wuchang: Fallen Feathers feels justified given the censorship changes, or is this response too harsh? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below, or join the discussion on the Tech4Gamers forum.
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Using the right software has made everyday activities more efficient and smooth for me.
The likes of Windows 11, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Cloud benefit different areas of everyday life at an affordable price.
I find that buying such software at discounted rates makes things even better.
Technology is the foundation of modern life and plays a huge role in every person’s daily activities. It’s no secret, then, that having access to the right software can be a transformative experience.
While staying up to date with the latest tech can sometimes seem like a chore, it’s worth the time and effort. Websites like G2A.com also offer digital keys and subscriptions at some of the best discounts available right now.
Why it matters: Small savings on these software tools can add up rather quickly, making such resources all the more important.
A solid operating system can make using your PC a joy, and Microsoft Windows 11 Pro is no slouch. Like millions of other people, I use Microsoft Windows 11 Pro for daily activities, including gaming, work, and school.
Released in 2021, it offers an intuitive interface, upgraded security, and various new features. With G2A.com selling the OS at a massive 87% discount, there’s no better operating system to choose right now.
Microsoft Office 2024
Microsoft Office Has Been Used For Decades At This Point
To make Microsoft’s OS even more efficient, Microsoft Office 2024 provides essential functions that can be used for work, personal, or school projects.
Between Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote, Microsoft’s products offer a lot of utility for me. These offerings become even better when considering G2A.com’s current discount of 87%.
CCleaner Professional
CCleaner Is Essential For Computer Health
Every PC needs maintenance from time to time, and mine is no different. It’s essential to clean up junk files and optimize performance regularly, and CCleaner Professional does just that by scanning and removing unnecessary files from computers.
I recommend regular scans to ensure PC health stays consistent. G2A.com is currently offering a one-year subscription for CCleaner Professional at a 77% discount, making the software even more enticing a purchase.
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Creative Cloud Includes Various Software As A Package
Taking a break from the fast-paced life of today, I like to channel my inner creativity every now and then. This is where Adobe Cloud comes in, giving me a range of powerful software for graphic design, video editing, web development, and photography.
G2A.com is also offering an 86% discount on Adobe Cloud, making it even easier to connect with your creative side.
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VPNs are incredibly useful today. Whether it be for gaming or daily use, a reliable VPN is essential today since it can unlock new possibilities. I also like the ability to explore Netflix in different regions to watch my favorite sitcoms, movies, and anime.
For instance, I can watch a classic like Friends on Netflix UK while also watching a movie like The Accountant on Netflix Canada. Although VPNs can sometimes be expensive, G2A.com is offering a 43% discount on NordVPN Complete VPN Service, one of the most reliable VPNs one can buy today.
These are just a few pieces of software everyone should have access to today. Modern life is highly competitive and fast-paced, so having the right software to back you up can give you a major edge over everyone else.
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An analyst states that the industry would never have achieved its $200 billion revenue figure without free-to-play titles.
He also stated that around 80% of the industry’s revenue comes from microtransactions.
Spending on the gaming industry is down overall due to the popularity of free-to-play options for mainstream audiences.
The gaming industry thrives on free-to-play titles like Fortnite and Call of Duty. Such releases attract millions of gamers each month, widening the scope of the gaming business.
In fact, a prominent analyst argues that gaming would be a fraction of its current size without the explosion of this genre over the last few years.
Why it matters: Gaming is still struggling to find a way to balance costs and revenue due to the growing expenses of AAA productions. This is a problem since these big and expensive titles aren’t necessarily making much more money than they used to.
Fortnite Continues To Attract Players With Crossovers And Skins
Speaking to Gamesindustry, analyst Piers Harding-Rolls argued that free-to-play games have driven gaming to unprecedented success.
In particular, he pointed out that the industry would have stagnated long ago without this genre. The analyst argued that the $200 billion benchmark achieved by the industry would also be impossible without the likes of Fortnite, Call of Duty, and more.
If we didn’t have free content, what would the industry look like? It would look like a quarter of the size it is now.
This statement makes sense since games like Warzone were all the rage during the pandemic, a time when the industry was at its absolute best. In fact, the success of such titles encouraged nearly every publisher to chase after the live-service model.
Piers Harding-Rolls also pointed out that nearly 80% of the market’s revenue comes from in-game spending. Because players can so easily become hooked to the core gameplay loop of free-to-play titles, they end up spending plenty of money on microtransactions in the long term.
COD Warzone Took The World By Storm When it Made Its Debut
On the other hand, premium releases like GTA Online and Elden Ring stand out as examples of major success that deviate from the live-service model. However, these games are exceptions to the rule.
On average, game spending has stagnated worldwide due to the ease of access to free titles today.
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According to an analytic firm, Mafia: The Old Country has sold only 800K units, so far.
Almost 50% of the copies were sold on the PS5, and the rest on Xbox and PC combined.
This could be due to poor optimization on PC, compounded by the fact that it features Denuvo.
Fans were initially pretty hyped for Mafia: The Old Country, but as the release date drew closer, the hype began to die down. The critics also didn’t give it solid ratings, which is why perhaps many fans were skeptical of buying the game.
Why it matters: It has been over a week since Mafia: The Old Country was released, so the fact that it sold than a million seems disappointing. However, it is impressive that PS5 is the leading sales platform.
According To Video Game Insights, Mafia: The Old Country Has Sold Less Than 1 Million Copies
Video Game Insights, by Sensor Tower, is a company that excels in bringing market data and analysis of video games. The firm revealed that the game managed to sell 800,000 copies in four days across Xbox, PC, and PlayStation.
PlayStation 5 contributes to around 48% of the sales. In comparison, PC and Xbox contribute to the remaining 52%. To be precise, it sold almost 38% copies on Steam and the rest on Xbox.
It is not surprising that it sold the lowest on Xbox, mainly because of the company’s change in approach. Also, the console sales aren’t that high. On the other hand, PlayStation 5 is still selling rapidly, throughout the world.
The Latest Mafia Was Highly Criticized By The Fandom Before Launch
It should be noted that the main concern on the PC was that the game’s optimization isn’t good due to it being made via Unreal Engine 5. Additionally, Denuvo is present, which negatively impacts performance and is a deal breaker for many gamers. These could be the reasons why there is such a difference between the two platforms in terms of sales.
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Insider says Resident Evil Requiem will feature three playable characters.
Grace and Leon will take the lead, while parts of Alyssa’s gameplay will be present.
Alyssa was thought to be dead, but could’ve somehow survived if she were present in the game.
Resident Evil Requiem is set to be the franchise’s biggest release so far, with almost a decade of development. Grace Ashcroft, the new protagonist of the series, is set to make her debut in the game.
As such, rumors surrounding Leon taking the lead were discarded. Insider remains persistent in its claim that Leon is present in the game and will be one of the three playable characters, with the other two being Grace and Alyssa Ashcroft.
Why it matters: Multiple playable characters in a video game are always welcome and offer different playstyles, etc. Leon’s return to the game will surely please a lot of fans who have been waiting for him to return in a mainline entry.
New Leaks For Resident Evil Requiem || Source: Social Media
On social media, Dusk Golem compared Resident Evil Requiem to Revelations, noting they are on a similar scale. As such, a fan questioned if Resident Evil Requiem would feature four playable protagonists, identical to Revelations. The insider revealed that three characters are present, with Leon and Grace taking the lead, and incorporating bits of Alyssa’s gameplay into the game.
It was already known that Leon would be leading with Grace, but Alyssa’s involvement is new. For those unfamiliar, Alyssa is the mother to Grace, the series’s latest protagonist, and was previously featured in Resident Evil Outbreak games.
Resident Evil Requiem’s Third-Person And First-Person Modes Feel Like Separate Games
Alyssa was stated to be murdered in the reveal trailer for Resident Evil Requiem. As such, this leak suggests that she may have survived, or the short gameplay parts could be flashback sequences.
Resident Evil Requiem is set to bring massive changes to the franchise, including a revamped combat system akin to The Last of Us Part 2. Early previews suggest that the game is back to its survival horror roots and could potentially become the best entry in the series so far.
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China has released a new SSD that is the same size as a SIM card.
These SSDs can be inserted into gaming handhelds, but their price is still unknown, as there is not even a listing yet.
Unlike the SSD in the Switch 2, this new SSD is more than three times faster.
Your typical SSDs aren’t exactly huge, but they still take up a fair bit of room inside your PC. Now, imagine if they didn’t take up any space at all; pretty great, right? Well, that might soon be a reality.
China has developed a new type of SSD that’s no bigger than a SIM card and can be slotted directly into handheld gaming PCs. In other words, you’ll be able to add storage to your handheld just like popping in a SIM card on a phone.
Why it matters: SSDs may not take up much space in handhelds, but having one the size of a SIM card while still delivering extreme speed would be a complete game changer.
Biwin’s New SSD Offers IP68 Dust and Water Resistance Plus 3-Meter Drop Protection.
A Chinese manufacturer, Biwin, has unveiled a new SSD measuring 15mm x 17mm x 1.4mm thick, slightly larger than a MicroSD. Despite its tiny size, the SSD offers maximum sequential read speeds of 3,700 megabytes per second. It also offers up to 2 TB of storage.
It is worth noting that the Nintendo Switch 2 features MicroSD Express cards, which are essentially SSDs, albeit not as fast as this one. That is because it offers less than a third of the speed of Biwin’s micro SSD.
The company is marketing it for phones, tablets, laptops, cameras, and various other hardware devices. However, it remains to be seen whether other storage manufacturers can adopt it, and that would be an actual test for it to gain significant market traction, potentially.
Biwin’s Mini SSD Is Compact As Half a Coin
That said, GPD Win 5 and OneXPlayer Super X, both of which were shown in the recent ChinaJoy event, will use this new mini SSD.
The former is a handheld gaming PC with a massive battery, which now supports the new mini SSD, and the latter is a hybrid laptop/tablet from OneNetbook that also uses the same powerful Strix Halo chip and now has a slot just for these mini SSDs.
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Crystal Dynamics and Amazon Games confirmed the next Tomb Raider title in 2022.
Embracer Group’s latest report states that the project has yet to receive a release window.
Previous reports also hinted at potential turmoil within the studio.
The Tomb Raider franchise is long overdue for its next major AAA release. Announced multiple years ago, the project was reportedly moving forward smoothly in development until last year, but recent reports pointed to turmoil at Crystal Dynamics.
Although not much is known about the studio’s exact situation, it was part of Perfect Dark’s development, a project cancelled last month. Amid the chaos, Embracer Group’s new report states that Tomb Raider is yet to receive a release window.
Why it matters: Crystal Dynamics’ latest Tomb Raider trilogy performed well. The series has also been kept relevant with remasters and a Netflix adaptation, so fans are anticipating the next big game reveal.
Tomb Raider Update From Embracer Group via Twitter
Embracer Group’s recent report discussed the publisher’s full pipeline of future titles. The gaming giant has a whopping 39 titles in development, including Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra and Gothic Remake.
However, the two aforementioned titles have rough quarterly release targets. Tomb Raider, on the other hand, is yet to be dated in the document. In fact, the game has only ever been sparingly mentioned by the studio.
Although fans had hoped to see an official teaser or announcement last year, the game is nowhere to be seen as 2025 approaches its final few months. Some fans have even begun speculating whether the game could end up being cancelled.
Shadow of the Tomb Raider was released all the way back in 2018, marking a whopping 7-year gap since the trilogy’s conclusion. Because fans have waited so long, many are now growing impatient.
The Series Will Use UE5 For Its Next Big Entry
Still, it’s worth noting that the project hasn’t been in development for too long. Tomb Raider was officially confirmed to be in development three years ago, so the game is still only halfway into the average AAA title’s lifecycle in the current era. Perhaps an official teaser will finally show up in the near future.
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[Press Release] ASRock has unveiled the H810TM-ITX, a Thin Mini-ITX motherboard built for stable, high-performance operation in commercial settings. Supporting Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors with AI acceleration, it features dual DDR5 memory, four storage options, and five display outputs for up to three independent displays.
The board offers customizable I/O, including HDMI + DisplayPort, USB4, or Intel Thunderbolt 4, along with TPM 2.0 for enhanced security, making it ideal for AIO systems, mini PCs, and specialized deployments.
For more advanced needs, the B860TM-ITX and Q870TM-ITX models can drive four independent displays, include Thunderbolt 4 and TPM 2.0 by default, and provide richer I/O options, serving smart retail, kiosks, AI-powered education, and modern workplaces.
With scalable designs, ASRock’s Thin Mini-ITX series enables system integrators to deliver compact, tailored solutions ready for future demands. Check out the product page for more details.
