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False Positives Might Be Cloud Security’s Biggest Headache Right Now

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  • Modern security should focus on whether a flaw is actually exploitable in a real-world scenario rather than flagging every minor configuration error.
  • Too many false positives cause teams to ignore genuine threats.
  • Constant false alarms frustrate developers and damage teamwork.

Cloud security should feel like a well-tuned competitive game. Clear rules, useful feedback, and real threats that matter. Instead, a lot of teams are stuck playing on a broken difficulty setting where everything triggers a warning, and none of it feels meaningful.

Right now, false positives are one of the biggest problems in cloud security. Not hackers. Not exploits. Noise.

Security tools are great at spotting things, but terrible at telling you which ones actually matter. It is like a minimap that lights up constantly, even when nothing is happening.

When Security Alerts Started Feeling Like Spam

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Virus detected. Image Credits (National Cybersecurity Alliance)

This is a turning point for teams still asking the question, “what is cloud security.” It is no longer about spotting every odd setting or strange behavior in a system. The real challenge now is figuring out whether any of it can actually be exploited and cause real damage in the real world.

Back in the early days of cloud setups, alerts were useful. Systems were smaller and slower. If something changed, it probably deserved a look.

Modern cloud environments move at speedrun pace. Servers spin up and vanish, permissions shift automatically, and updates go live nonstop. Old alert systems cannot keep up, so they start flagging normal gameplay as cheating.

The result is alert spam. Warnings that look scary but do not affect performance, stability, or player data in any real way.

At that point, security stops feeling like protection and starts feeling like pop-ups you click away without reading.

Why False Positives Hurt More Than Real Attacks

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Measuring success by the number of closed alerts doesn’t necessarily lower actual risk.

A missed attack is obvious. A false positive slowly wrecks your focus.

When teams spend hours chasing alerts that lead nowhere, real threats get buried. Response times slow down. Trust in the system fades. Eventually, people stop reacting unless something looks extremely bad, and by then it is often too late.

It is the same problem as bad matchmaking. If every match feels wrong, players stop taking it seriously. When something actually important happens, no one is fully paying attention.

False positives also annoy developers. Being asked to fix non-issues over and over makes security feel like an enemy instead of a teammate. That kind of friction kills collaboration fast.

Cloud Security Keeps Crying Wolf

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uture tools must offer better judgment by emphasizing “signal” over “noise,” adapting to how systems are actually used.

Most security noise comes from tools that lack context.

Many systems still use fixed rules. Break the rule, and you get flagged. No questions asked. The problem is that cloud setups are not one-size-fits-all. What is dangerous in one project might be totally fine in another.

Another issue is judging risk without looking at actual behavior. A server might look exposed, but if no one can reach it and nothing is using it, the threat is basically zero. Flagging it anyway just adds more clutter to the screen.

This is how you end up with a full alert log and no clear boss fight.

False positives waste more than time. They mess with how teams measure success.

Closing alerts starts to feel like grinding XP without leveling up. Dashboards fill with red warnings, but real risk does not go down. Leadership sees chaos instead of progress, which makes it harder to justify better tools or smarter strategies.

Even compliance becomes harder. When everything looks critical, nothing actually feels important.

Cloud Security Needs Better Game Sense

The next step for cloud security is not more detection. It is better judgment.

Good tools should help teams answer simple questions. Does this actually matter. Can this be abused. What happens if we ignore it.

Security should feel like a smart HUD, not a wall of flashing icons. Fewer alerts with clear priorities will always beat thousands of generic warnings.

Tools also need to learn. If teams keep ignoring the same alerts, the system should adapt. Static rules do not work in a live service environment.

Even the best tools cannot fix bad teamwork.

Security and engineering need to be on the same side. Everyone needs to agree on what level of risk is acceptable and what actually needs fixing. Policies should be built around how systems are really used, not how they look in theory.

When that happens, security feels like part of the build instead of a patch that breaks everything.

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As cloud systems get bigger and faster, the tools that win will not be the loudest ones. They will be the ones that surface real threats clearly and quickly.

False positives are not a failure. They are a sign that visibility has outgrown prioritization. The goal is not fewer alerts. The goal is better signal.

And just like in gaming, the teams that read the situation best are the ones that win.

Modder Turns PS4 Slim Into A Handheld Console With 7-inch OLED Display

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  • A modder has turned the PS4 Slim into a handheld console with redesigned hardware.
  • The handheld features a 7-inch OLED display with about 3 hours of battery life.
  • A miniature motherboard was designed with dedicated cooling and efficiency.

Handheld consoles have surged in popularity with the introduction of devices like the Steam Deck and more. Xbox recently launched its branded version in collaboration with Asus, and Sony is also rumored to release the PS6 handheld with the next generation.

However, before that, a modder has managed to turn the PS4 Slim into a stable handheld console featuring a 7-inch OLED display and a 3-hour battery life. It is really impressive how they’ve managed to turn it into this small form factor. 

Why it matters: With the PS6 handheld on the way, this gives us an insight into what PlayStation’s handhelds would feel like. However, Sony’s version will, of course, be more meticulously designed. 

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PS4 Slim turned into a handheld console by a modder

Some really advanced engineering went into making the handheld. The modder carefully studied the PS4’s motherboard and created a miniature version, while keeping full functionality and a redesigned cooling system.

It has been designed for both efficiency and thermal management with a dedicated fan and heat sinks, along with real-time temperature monitoring. The 7-inch OLED is also another impressive feat with the modded console.

Now, it’s certainly heavy and thick at about 57mm, but the feat of engineering that went into it is commendable. It also features redesigned ports and can be used docked using HDMI like a traditional console.

The handheld features a 7-inch OLED screen and impressive cooling

While this might not be anything close to what the PS6 handheld would look like, this gives us the idea that if a modder can do that at home, Sony’s handheld would be an even more interesting prospect when it comes out.

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What are your thoughts on a modder turning the PS4 Slim into a handheld console? Let us know your opinions in the comments or join the discussion at the official Tech4Gamers Forum.

Ghost Of Yotei Was The Only Single-Player Game In The PS5 Best-Sellers In USA, Sports And Shooting Titles Dominated

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  • 80% of the best-selling PS5 store downloads in 2025 were shooting and sports games in the USA/Canada.
  • Ghost of Yotei was the only single-player title in the list.
  • On the other hand, the Japanese chart was filled with JRPG’s, single-player games, and action titles.

The United States is notorious in the gaming world for its inclination towards shooting titles and sports simulators. In 2025, Assassin’s Creed Shadows was one of the only single-player games listed in the country’s best-seller chart, with the “ball and gun” category dominating proceedings. 

However, the outlook is even worse on the PS5 in the USA/Canada region, as 80% of the best-selling titles on the PS Store consist solely of sports and shooting titles.

Why It Matters: The US constitutes one of the biggest markets on the planet, and with consumers only sticking to simulators and guns, creative ventures are left behind.

PS5 best-selling downloads Japan and USA/Canada
Source: X

As revealed by Genki on X, Ghost of Yotei was the only single-player game among the best-selling downloads on the USA/Canada PS Store in 2025. In the top 10, eight games were either sports simulators or shooting titles, with NBA 2K26 turning out to be the overall best-seller.

All of Battlefield 6, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Arc Raiders, and GTA 5 ended up in the top 8 of the charts, showcasing the monopoly of shooting-based ventures in the North American market.

Besides Ghost of Yotei, which was no.9 on the chart, Minecraft was the only other title that didn’t fall in the “ball and gun” genre. In addition, both of the American football games from EA made the top 5, while Sony’s MLB The Show ended up behind Ghost of Yotei.

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Ghost of Yotei was a best-seller in both Japan and the USA.

On the other hand, the Japanese side of the PS5 spectrum was filled with a wide variety of titles. Arc Raiders and Battlefield 6 were the only shooting games to make the list, meaning only 20% of the Japanese charts were made up of ball and gun titles.

Monster Hunter Wilds was the PS Store best-seller in the country, followed by Elden Ring Nightreign, and Ghost of Yotei, while JRPG’s like Dragon Quest 1 + 2 HD-2D Remake and Like A Dragon Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii extended the list’s diversity.

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The Next Ghost Recon Game Reportedly Set In Vietnam Survived Ubisoft’s Purge

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  • The upcoming Ghost Recon title reportedly survived the recent Ubisoft purge.
  • The publisher cancelled many games recently, including the Prince of Persia remake.
  • The game will be more grounded, focusing on a squad-based military tactical shooter approach.

Ubisoft has gone through a major and controversial transformation, seeing the cancellation of six games and delaying many others in the process. The company’s stocks fell over 30% in a single day, and over 2000 developers are expected to lose jobs in the future.

Despite all this, it appears that the upcoming first-person Ghost Recon game has survived the wave of project terminations so far. This tidbit comes from a trusted Ubisoft insider, who reports that the project will feature a total overhaul of the gameplay. 

Why it matters: The next Ghost Recon game is a do-or-die moment regarding the franchise’s future and for Ubisoft as a whole. The FPS surviving the purge means that the executives are at least satisfied with the game’s current quality. 

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The insider claims that the upcoming Ghost Recon game is safe.

The insider xj0nathan on Twitter mentions that the game is set in Vietnam. Previous reports suggested that Ubisoft is making it more grounded and realistic, like Ready or Not. It is also heavily inspired by Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. 

Called Project Over, the next Ghost Recon is a squad-based military tactical shooter that unfolds during the Naiman War. We can expect to see dark and controversial missions because it’s allegedly quite grim.

It was previously slated for a fall 2026 release, but the current delays may have pushed the game to the next fiscal year instead.

Ghost Recon
The franchise has seen many ups and downs over the years.

Regardless, multiple other games will continue development despite the recent internal changes, which include the Far Cry multiplayer offshoot Project Maverick. Although Ubisoft is still figuring out its gameplay loop since early 2025.

Ubisoft’s yet another live-service attempt, Project Scout, will also continue to be in the works.

The most surprising of all survivors is Beyond Good and Evil 2, which has been in development for nearly two decades, even after consuming a $500 million budget. The project survived because it matches Ubisoft’s restructured open-world formula.

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Do you think the next Ghost Recon game will be a step in the right direction for the popular franchise? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below, or join the discussion on the Tech4Gamers forum.

Xbox Hints at Day-One PS5 Releases as It Becomes “More Consistent” With First-Party Ports

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  • Xbox Game Studio head says that they’re inconsistent with first-party releases on PS5.
  • For the future, they aim to be more consistent and plan accordingly.
  • As such, expect simultaneous release for Xbox games across all platforms.

Xbox went the multiplatform route a couple of years ago, and now its trinity of the biggest first-party IPs is on the rival platform. Still, the gaming giant has been inconsistent in its strategy for releasing first-party games on PS5, often releasing some titles day one and others with delayed releases.

Initially, it was thought that Xbox would make some games a timed exclusive on its platform; however, that doesn’t seem to be the case. It was more of a developmental issue, as they now aim to be ‘more consistent’ with first-party ports on PS5, hinting at future day one releases.

Why it matters: Exclusive titles were by far the biggest factor in buying a console, and with Microsoft now losing that ground, buying an Xbox doesn’t make sense.

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Forza Horizon 5 Sold 5 Million Copies On PS5, Despite Releasing On The Console 4 Years After It Did On Xbox And PC

GamesRadar recently interviewed Xbox Games Studio head Craig Duncan about their multiplatform strategy and asked the lingering question of their strategy behind their PS5 releases, given that games like Fable release on launch for PlayStation while Forza Horizon 6 is scheduled for a later release.

Duncan revealed that this wasn’t really a planned thing, but more of an issue with their development phase. For instance, many games started production before Microsoft ever planned to go multiplatform.

Satya Nadella on Xbox
Many Fans Are Already Contemplating Their Decisions To Stick With Team Green

However, for the future, they aim to fix that mistake as per Duncan’s own words:

Sometimes we are inconsistent. You see some games in one place, some games in multiple places. Just know that we’re going to work on that, and we’re going to try to be more consistent with what we do.

As such, expect future first-party Xbox games on PS5 to be released on day one. Even with Forza Horizon 6, Playground Games emphasized that they hadn’t completed the PS5 port for the game, completely excluding the fact that they planned a timed exclusive.

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What are your thoughts on Xbox games releasing on launch dates on PlayStation consoles?

Let us know in the comments below, or at the official Tech4Gamers Forums.

Sapphire RX 9070 XT: Cases of Burnt 16-Pin Power Connectors Keep Emerging, RMA Concerns Raised

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  • More Sapphire RX 9070XT burnt cases are being reported, thanks to the 12v-2×6 connector.
  • Two Redditors have reported such cases in the last 24 hours.
  • Unfortunately, Sapphire’s RMA process has not been satisfactory at all.

The 12v-2×6 connector has been notorious for burning up GPUs, but those cases were usually common for Nvidia GPUs. However, AMD’s new RX 9070XT also utilizes the same 16-pin connector; at least the Sapphire and ASRock versions do.

Hence, these GPUs are the only ones that have faced burnout issues since the GPU’s release, Sapphire even more so often. Such cases are rising day by day, and each week we hear new instances of the RX 9070XT getting cooked, but it seems like Sapphire’s RMA process hasn’t been great.

Why it matters: AMD customers should avoid buying Sapphire and ASRock versions of the RX 9070XT to avoid cases like these.

RMA’d Twice in 2 Months – Sapphire Nitro+ 9070 XT – I’m Sad
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This one Redditor, u/ProfessionalHost3913, bought his Sapphire Nitro+ 9070 XT back in June, but unfortunately, fell victim to a connector meltdown due to which he had to file an RMA. Unfortunately, his experience wasn’t that great.

His replacement GPU, which was delivered in November 2025, was “scuffed and scratched out of the box,” making the user suspect that it was a refurbished model. Anyhow, the replacement card has now developed coil whine, which is audible to the user through the headphones. 

On top of that, performance has also dropped severely, and the user now gets 19,000 on 3DMark Time Spy, whereas previously he used to get 19,000. This is now forcing u/ProfessionalHost3913 apply for another RMA.

Yet another 9070xt 12v connector melted, my time has come!
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On the other hand, Redditor u/WozzerBo has also reported a burnt 16-pin connector for the Sapphire RX 9070 XT Nitro+ edition in the last 24 hours. The unusual part is that the user was experiencing high memory temperatures in the beginning and attempted an RMA, but the GPU was sent back without a repair.

To make matters worse, the GPU was allegedly sent back with the screw tempered that has the red paint on it. The user claims that the support instead accused him of tampering with the GPU.

Now, the user is asking whether he’d have any luck with an RMA, especially since the tampered screw voids the warranty.

Anyhow, we recommend Sapphire and ASRock RX 9070XT users to ensure that their power connector is fully plugged into the GPU, since a loose mechanism usually causes these meltdown cases.

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Ubisoft Says Beyond Good And Evil 2 Wasn’t Canceled Because It Fits Its Restructured Open-World Formula

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  • Ubisoft recently canceled a bunch of games, but Beyond Good and Evil 2 survived.
  • The company says it wasnt canceled because it fit with their open-world formula.
  • Ubisoft has reportedly spent over $500 million on the game so far.

Ubisoft just announced a major restructuring that led to multiple game cancellations and delays. It will also result in thousands of layoffs, as the French developer’s stock price falls to its worst in years. However, one title has survived the purge. 

Beyond Good and Evil 2 was announced almost 2 decades ago, and still isn’t showing any signs of release. Despite this, the game has survived cancellation, and Ubisoft says it’s due to its restructured open-world formula. 

Why it matters: The company announced its new policy that completely shifts focus from linear games like the canceled Sand of Time Remake to open-world titles like Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, and more. 

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The game wasn’t canceled because it fit the company’s open-world strategy.

A Ubisoft spokesperson told Eurogamer that the title is still in the company’s plans because it aligns with its open-world strategy. He further said that it is a “unique proposition” in the fantasy genre, which is why they are committed to it. 

Beyond Good and Evil 2 remains part of our portfolio and our roadmap and fits with our strategy of focusing on Open World Adventures

– Ubisoft Spokesperson

Ubisoft Stock Down By Over 45%
Ubisoft’s stocks fell further after the restructuring.

This makes it clear that Ubisoft wants to focus on open-world and live service games. Interestingly, it has also reportedly spent a whopping $500 million on Beyond Good and Evil 2, making it one of the most expensive games ever. 

Now, whether the gamble will work will be seen. For now, the title has survived the purge, but we still don’t have a release window, which suggests that, despite the 2008 announcement, it could still be farther away.

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Best X870 And X870E Motherboards In 2026 [Hands-on Tested]

Recently, when the Ryzen 9000 series was announced, AMD gave us a preview of its latest X870 and X870E motherboard chipset. Although the X670 chipset supports the latest CPUs, you may want to try the new motherboards. While the chipset was supposed to launch with the 9000 series processors, it got delayed to the end of September. Now that they have finally been released, we have been hard at work all week to test, compare, and round up the best X870 and X870E motherboards you can buy right now.

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  • Usman Saleem is our hardware tester who loves to put all the latest GPUs, CPUs, RAM, and motherboards for a spin.
  • 40+ motherboards tested and reviewed by our team of hardware experts (Tech4Gamers Team).
  • 800+ hours spent testing different motherboards for our reviews.
  • Objective testing criteria (See how we test motherboards).

At Tech4Gamers, ensuring you get reliable information is our priority. That’s why every hardware round-up undergoes a meticulous review process by our team of experts and editors. Each review is carefully examined against our strict editorial guidelines, guaranteeing you trustworthy insights you can depend on.

Here’s a comparison table to glance at all our top motherboard offerings:

Motherboard
ASRock Phantom Gaming X870E Nova WiFi
MSI MPG X870E CARBON WiFi
ASRock X870 Steel Legend WiFi
ASRock X870E Taichi Lite
MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WiFi
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ASRock Phantom Gaming X870E Nova WiFi Socket AM5 AMD Ryzen X870 DDR5 DIMMs 8200 MHz 256 GB ATX Motherboard USB4
MSI MPG X870E Carbon WiFi Gaming Motherboard (AMD Ryzen 9000/8000/7000 Series Processors, AM5, DDR5, PCIe 5.0, M.2 Gen5, SATA 6Gb/s, USB 40Gbps, HDMI, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, 5Gbps LAN, ATX)
ASRock X870 Steel Legend WiFi 7 AMD Ryzen Socket AM5 ATX Motherboard DDR5 DIMMs 8000 MHz 256 GB SATA3 6.0 Gb/s USB4 M.2
ASRock AMD X870E Taichi Lite Ryzen Socket AM5 DDR5 DIMMs 8200 256 GB X870 EATX Motherboard 5G LAN M.2 USB4 WiFi7
MSI MAG X870 Tomahawk WiFi Gaming Motherboard (AMD Ryzen 9000/8000/7000 Series Processors, AM5, DDR5, PCIe 5.0, M.2 Gen5, SATA 6Gb/s, USB 40Gbps, HDMI/DP, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, 5Gbps LAN, ATX)
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Best Overall X870E Motherboard
Best High-End X870 Motherboard
Best White X870 Motherboard
Best Overclocking X870 Motherboard
Best Budget X870 Motherboard
What We Liked
Plethora of USB ports, Great performance & OC potential, Excellent VRM cooling 
Performance, smart button, High-end VRM phase, DIY-friendly features
Aesthetics, RGB lighting, VRMs, M.2 heatsink quick-release mechanism
Durability, overclocking support, robust VRM phase, storage options
Connectivity, overclocking, design, high-end VRMs, MSI AI LAN manager
What We Disliked
M2_5 disables the PCIe3 slot when occupied
Less USB 2.0 ports
No debug LED, Mid-range ALC4082 audio codec
No DisplayPort 1.4, one PCIe 5.0 slot
Less SATA storage slots
Chipset
AMD X870E
X870E
X870
X870E
X870
Form Factor
ATX
E-ATX
ATX
E-ATX
ATX
Power Delivery
20+2+1
18+2+1
14+2+1
24+2+1
14+2+1
Memory
DDR5-8200 (OC)
DDR5 8,400+ (OC)
DDR5 8,000+ (OC)
DDR5 8,200+ (OC)
DDR5 8,400+ (OC)
USB Ports
12x Rear, 9x Front
13x Rear, 9x Front
11x Rear, 9x Front
12x Rear, 9x Front
11x Rear, 9x Front
Storage
5x M.2, 4x SATA
4x M.2, 4x SATA III
3x M.2, 4x SATA III
4x M.2, 6x SATA III
4x M.2, 4x SATA III
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Review
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Motherboard
ASRock Phantom Gaming X870E Nova WiFi
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ASRock Phantom Gaming X870E Nova WiFi Socket AM5 AMD Ryzen X870 DDR5 DIMMs 8200 MHz 256 GB ATX Motherboard USB4
Award
Best Overall X870E Motherboard
What We Liked
Plethora of USB ports, Great performance & OC potential, Excellent VRM cooling 
What We Disliked
M2_5 disables the PCIe3 slot when occupied
Chipset
AMD X870E
Form Factor
ATX
Power Delivery
20+2+1
Memory
DDR5-8200 (OC)
USB Ports
12x Rear, 9x Front
Storage
5x M.2, 4x SATA
RGB
Amazon
Buy on Amazon
Newegg
Buy on Newegg
Review
Read Our Hands-On Review
Motherboard
MSI MPG X870E CARBON WiFi
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MSI MPG X870E Carbon WiFi Gaming Motherboard (AMD Ryzen 9000/8000/7000 Series Processors, AM5, DDR5, PCIe 5.0, M.2 Gen5, SATA 6Gb/s, USB 40Gbps, HDMI, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, 5Gbps LAN, ATX)
Award
Best High-End X870 Motherboard
What We Liked
Performance, smart button, High-end VRM phase, DIY-friendly features
What We Disliked
Less USB 2.0 ports
Chipset
X870E
Form Factor
E-ATX
Power Delivery
18+2+1
Memory
DDR5 8,400+ (OC)
USB Ports
13x Rear, 9x Front
Storage
4x M.2, 4x SATA III
RGB
Amazon
Buy on Amazon
Newegg
Buy on Newegg
Review
Read Our Hands-On Review
Motherboard
ASRock X870 Steel Legend WiFi
Looks
ASRock X870 Steel Legend WiFi 7 AMD Ryzen Socket AM5 ATX Motherboard DDR5 DIMMs 8000 MHz 256 GB SATA3 6.0 Gb/s USB4 M.2
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Best White X870 Motherboard
What We Liked
Aesthetics, RGB lighting, VRMs, M.2 heatsink quick-release mechanism
What We Disliked
No debug LED, Mid-range ALC4082 audio codec
Chipset
X870
Form Factor
ATX
Power Delivery
14+2+1
Memory
DDR5 8,000+ (OC)
USB Ports
11x Rear, 9x Front
Storage
3x M.2, 4x SATA III
RGB
Amazon
Buy on Amazon
Newegg
Buy on Newegg
Review
Read Our Hands-On Review
Motherboard
ASRock X870E Taichi Lite
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ASRock AMD X870E Taichi Lite Ryzen Socket AM5 DDR5 DIMMs 8200 256 GB X870 EATX Motherboard 5G LAN M.2 USB4 WiFi7
Award
Best Overclocking X870 Motherboard
What We Liked
Durability, overclocking support, robust VRM phase, storage options
What We Disliked
No DisplayPort 1.4, one PCIe 5.0 slot
Chipset
X870E
Form Factor
E-ATX
Power Delivery
24+2+1
Memory
DDR5 8,200+ (OC)
USB Ports
12x Rear, 9x Front
Storage
4x M.2, 6x SATA III
RGB
Amazon
Buy on Amazon
Newegg
Buy on Newegg
Review
Read Our Hands-On Review
Motherboard
MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WiFi
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MSI MAG X870 Tomahawk WiFi Gaming Motherboard (AMD Ryzen 9000/8000/7000 Series Processors, AM5, DDR5, PCIe 5.0, M.2 Gen5, SATA 6Gb/s, USB 40Gbps, HDMI/DP, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, 5Gbps LAN, ATX)
Award
Best Budget X870 Motherboard
What We Liked
Connectivity, overclocking, design, high-end VRMs, MSI AI LAN manager
What We Disliked
Less SATA storage slots
Chipset
X870
Form Factor
ATX
Power Delivery
14+2+1
Memory
DDR5 8,400+ (OC)
USB Ports
11x Rear, 9x Front
Storage
4x M.2, 4x SATA III
RGB
Amazon
Buy on Amazon
Newegg
Buy on Newegg
Review
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Last Updated:

  • February 5, 2025: Now that we have tested and reviewed the ASRock Phantom Gaming X870E Nova WiFi, we found it to be a great choice for the best overall X870 motherboard title.

Are you thinking of buying a new AMD CPU? Go through our dedicated reviews for test results and insights:

Best X870 And X870E Motherboards

Now, to get the show on the road, here are the motherboards I have chosen based on my hands-on experience and the various features each comes with:

  1. Best Overall: ASRock Phantom Gaming X870E Nova WiFi 
  2. Best White: ASRock X870 Steel Legend WiFi
  3. Best High-End: MSI MPG X870E CARBON WiFi
  4. Best Overclocking: ASRock X870E Taichi Lite
  5. Best Budget: MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WiFi

ASRock Phantom Gaming X870E Nova WiFi

Best Overall X870E Motherboard

Chipset: AMD X870E | Memory: DDR5 8,200+ MT/s (OC) | VRM: 20+2+1 | Video Outputs: HDMI 2.1, 2x USB4 Port | RGB Lighting: Yes | Network: WiFi 7, Realtek 5G LAN, Bluetooth 5.4 | Storage: 5x M.2, 4x SATA III | USB Ports: 12x Rear, 9x Front

Pros

  • Plethora of USB ports
  • Great performance & OC potential
  • Excellent VRM cooling 
  • 5x M.2 slots 
  • 2x USB4 ports 
  • Appealing design
  • Good value 

Cons

  • M2_5 disables the PCIe3 slot when occupied

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Read Our Hands-On ASRock PG X870E Nova WiFi Review

I’m starting up with the ASRock PG X870E Nova WiFi motherboard, as it has seemed to catch my attention. Simply because the motherboard offers pretty much everything, from aesthetics to performance, it covers it all. Like the 20+2+1 phase power delivery design, it ensures excellent performance with room for additional tweaks. Because of the VRM temperatures, which in our personal testing never crossed the 53 °C mark—thanks to the enlarged VRM heatsinks. 

Other than the performance figures, the connectivity options are a treat too, as it has 9 USB ports on its front and 12 USB ports on the rear, including two USB4 ports. Similarly, the motherboard also offers a total of five M.2 slots, though one of them is Gen3 only. All in all, from performance to features and looks, the ASRock PG X870E Nova WiFi is an exceptional all-rounder among all the current X870E options available.

Here’s what our hardware reviewer Nauman Siddique has to say about this motherboard:

As expected, the X870E Nova WiFi packs a solid punch when it comes to both synthetic and gaming benchmarks, and also has very optimal VRM thermals, making it a good choice for overclocking.

✅Buy It If

You want great performance with additional headroom: The ASRock PG X870E Nova WiFi offers stellar performance as is and still has enough headroom for further tweaking due to the chilled VRMs.

You want maximum connectivity & storage: The motherboard comes with a total of 21 USB ports, including two USB4 ports, five M.2 slots, and four HDD ports, making it a great fit for those with lots to attach to their PCs.

❌Don't Buy It If

The M2_5 disables the PCIe3 slot: If you’re someone who likes to use a lot of expansion cards as well as the M.2 drives, then this might be a bit of a letdown. The PCIe3 slot gets disabled when you install an SSD in the M2_5 slot.

What Makes It The Best Overall X870E Motherboard?

The ASRock PG X870E Nova WiFi packs a great punch of performance with equally impactful aesthetics and feature set. The chilled VRMs with temps only reaching 53 °C are one of the highlights here, alongside the robust performance, 21x USB ports, 5x M.2 slots, and WiFi 7. All these speak in favor of the motherboard and are enough to take over its minor flaws, like the PCIe3 being disabled when M2_5 is occupied. So, all things considered, I can safely call this the best overall X870E motherboard.

Performance: 9.5/10 Value: 8.5/10
Features: 9.5/10 Design: 10/10

MSI MPG X870E CARBON WiFi

Best High-End X870E Motherboard

Chipset: AMD X870E | Memory: DDR5 8,400+ (OC) | VRM: 18+2+1 | Video Outputs: HDMI 2.1, 2x USB4 Ports, 1x DisplayPort 1.4 | RGB Lighting: Yes | Network: WiFi 7, Realtek 2.5G/5G LAN, Bluetooth 5.4 | Storage: 4x M.2, 4x SATA III | USB Ports: 13x Rear, 9x Front

Pros

  • Incredible gaming performance
  • Smart button functionality
  • Handy DIY-friendly features
  • High-end 18+2+1 VRM phases
  • Lots of connectivity options
  • MSI AI Link manager

Cons

  • Less USB 2.0 ports
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It’s time to take out the big guns. If you want the best high-end motherboard for a Ryzen 9000 series processor, look no further—the MSI MPG X870E CARBON WiFi has your back! The one thing I absolutely love about this motherboard is the handy DIY-friendly features it comes with. For example, the smart button has multiple hardware control. You can set your RGB lights, fan boosts, and boot into safe mode by pressing the same button. Similarly, I am in love with the AI Boost technology that allows one-click overclocking and says goodbye to manual overclocking.

Putting that aside, what really sets this motherboard apart from its competition is the high-end 18+2+1 VRM. With this, you secure your power delivery and get incredible overclocking opportunities. Additionally, the motherboard provides 13x rear and 9x front USB ports, ensuring you don’t run out of connectivity options. Most of these are USB 3 and 2x USB4 ports, so take caution if you’re still stuck on USB 2.0. Because the motherboard comes in a larger form factor, you need to factor in the size of your chassis, too, before making the purchase.

Here’s what I said about the MSI MPG X870E Carbon WiFi in my dedicated hands-on review of the motherboard:

The MSI MPG X870E Carbon WiFi is a high-end motherboard with impressive features, a capable VRM setup, and I/O that should be enough for most users. You get the latest USB4 ports, dual PCIe 5.0 M.2, WiFi 7, and impressive memory support up to DDR5-8400 (OC). It’s a nice-looking board with enough RGB bling for most, but it comes at a staggering $499 price tag. While expensive, it’s competitive enough for the features on offer.

PRO TIP: Although the motherboard supports up to 8,400MHz RAM, ensure you have referred to the QVL for the best compatibility between the desired RAM and motherboard.
✅Buy It If
You want the best performance without manually tinkering with any settings: If you’re a new PC enthusiast who wants the best performance for their high-end CPU through simple plug-and-play, then the MSI MPG X870E CARBON WiFi motherboard might be your best bet. You can easily overclock with one click, set fan speeds by pressing a single button, and let the AI LAN manager take care of your WiFi signals and ping.
❌Don't Buy It If
You fancy USB 2.0 more: I don’t recommend buying this motherboard if all your peripherals still use USB 2.0. While 4x USB 2.0 should be enough, there’s always a chance you may need more. If that’s the case, maybe look for an alternative.

What Makes It The Best High-End X870E Motherboard?

Featuring an 18+2+1 VRM phase, the MSI MPG X870E CARBON WiFi motherboard ensures proper power delivery to your PC. Thanks to 22 USB ports, you don’t have to worry about connectivity. Moreover, with DIY-friendly features and easy overclocking, there’s not much that can go wrong if you try to maximize your PC’s performance with this product, making it the best high-end X870E motherboard.

Performance: 10/10 Value: 8/10
Features: 10/10 Design: 8/10

ASRock X870 Steel Legend WiFi

Best White X870 Motherboard

Chipset: AMD X870 | Memory: DDR5 8,000+ (OC) | VRM: 14+2+1 | Video Outputs: HDMI 2.1, 2x USB4 Ports, 1x DisplayPort 1.4 | RGB Lighting: Yes | Network: WiFi 7, Realtek 2.5G LAN, Bluetooth 5.4 | Storage: 3x M.2, 4x SATA III | USB Ports: 11x Rear, 9x Front

Pros

  • Beautiful white aesthetics
  • Incredible RAM capacity
  • Decent connectivity options
  • Impressive VRMs
  • Remarkable RGB lighting
  • M.2 heatsink quick-release mechanism

Cons

  • No debug LED
  • Mid-range ALC4082 audio codec
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Are you building an RGB-filled white PC with a high-end AMD CPU? If so, you may want to consider the ASRock X870 Steel Legend WiFi, which features some of the best RGB lighting I have ever seen in a motherboard. For starters, you’re getting robust 14+2+1 VRM phases, just like the MSI MAG X870, so there shouldn’t be any power delivery issues. Secondly, I love the motherboard’s latest M.2 heatsink quick-release mechanism feature, making it the first product to introduce a decent innovation for more accessible PC building.

Apart from all that, the decent connectivity options also intrigue me. The motherboard features 11x rear and 9x front USB ports, 2x USB4 ports, 3x M.2 slots, and 4x SATA III slots. While there’s not much to hate, I don’t like that the motherboard has a subpar ALC4082 audio codec and doesn’t come with a debug LED. At the very least, I’d expect an LED in an X870 motherboard.

This is how I described the X870 Steel Legend WiFi in my dedicated hands-on review:

The ASRock X870 Steel Legend looks great, is priced fairly, and has enough connectivity for most users. It features a 14+2+1 VRM setup (80A SPS for VCore + SOC), which means you can comfortably run even the most demanding Ryzen CPUs on it. It also provides some convenient features like the toolless M.2 heatsink removal and anti-drop screws. Most of all, though, it’s a great board for getting onto the latest platform without breaking the bank.

✅Buy It If
You want your motherboard to have a DIY-friendly design: If you’re new to PC building and want your latest motherboard to have a DIY-friendly design, I recommend purchasing the ASRock X870 Steel Legend WiFi. Aside from screwless M.2 drives, the motherboard brings innovation with the M.2 heatsink quick-release mechanism feature, making M.2 installation quick and toolless.
❌Don't Buy It If
You’re an audiophile who requires a high-end audio codec: If you’re an audiophile with demanding audio requirements, this motherboard might not be for you as it features a mid-range ALC4082 audio codec. Although decent, it’s not the top-tier option available on the market, like the Realtek ALC892, 887, and 1220.

What Makes It The Best White X870 Motherboard?

The ASRock X870 Steel Legend WiFi motherboard is a beautiful snow-white color surrounded by A-RGB lighting, waiting to be customized according to its users’ needs. Besides its aesthetics, it features decent connectivity options, innovates with a new M.2 heatsink quick-release mechanism, and has high-end robust VRMs, making it the best white X870 motherboard.

Performance: 9/10 Value: 8/10
Features: 9/10 Design: 10/10

ASRock X870E Taichi Lite

Best Overclocking X870E Motherboard

Chipset: AMD X870E | Memory: DDR5 8,200+ (OC) | VRM: 24+2+1 | Video Outputs: HDMI 2.1, 2x USB4 Ports | RGB Lighting: No | Network: WiFi 7, Realtek 5G LAN, Bluetooth 5.4 | Storage: 4x M.2, 6x SATA III | USB Ports: 12x Rear, 9x Front

Pros

  • Rock-solid durability
  • Impeccable overclocking support
  • Robust 24+2+1 VRM-phase
  • Unique design
  • Decent storage options

Cons

  • Doesn’t support DisplayPort 1.4
  • Only one PCIe 5.0 storage slot
  • No RGB lighting
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Are you an enthusiast who can’t wait to push your CPU to its utmost limit? If so, the ASRock X870E Taichi Lite will benefit you because of its robust 24+2+1 VRM phase. This one has the largest power phase and the most overclocking potential out of all the motherboards on our list. I could easily push any of the Ryzen 9000 series processors on this bad boy without facing any issues.

Besides that, while I like the unique silver-themed design, I would have preferred some RGB lighting, seeing how it’s a high-end motherboard. Another issue is the lack of support for DisplayPort 1.4. However, its other features, such as 4x M.2 slots (1x PCIe 5.0) and 6x SATA III slots, make up for its cons. I also don’t have any problems with the USB ports or the 8,200MHz RAM support. In conclusion, this is a great motherboard for overclocking enthusiasts; you can’t go wrong with it.

Here’s how I summarized the ASRock X870E Taichi Lite in my in-depth review of the motherboard:

The ASRock X870E Taichi Lite is a $399 powerhouse with a VRM setup (24+2+1, 110A SPS for VCore and SoC) that can compete with enthusiast-class boards. That’s not its only attraction; the board has a fascinating design, multiple handy features, and excellent connectivity options, with USB4 and WiFi 7 being the icing on the cake. Circling back to the price, this is a great option among X870E boards.

WARNING: Before making a purchase, ensure you’re fine without using DisplayPort 1.4 because the motherboard lacks support for the video output.
✅Buy It If
You want a motherboard with a large power phase: If you’re a PC enthusiast who requires a motherboard with a large power phase for proper power delivery and outstanding overclocking support, the ASRock X870E Taichi Lite is going to be your best friend with its large 27-phase power delivery through 110A SPS.
❌Don't Buy It If
You’d rather have support for DisplayPort 1.4: I don’t recommend this motherboard if you want one with a DisplayPort 1.4 port. Unfortunately, the ASRock X870E Taichi Lite doesn’t have one, so you can only connect to the HDMI 2.1 or USB4 port if you plan to use your Ryzen CPU’s iGPU.

What Makes It The Best Overclocking X870 Motherboard?

The ASRock X870E Taichi Lite is one of the best X870 motherboards because of its large 27-phase power delivery through 110A SPS. Moreover, it ensures lower thermals through larger heatsinks and an intelligent cooling design. You also get 21 USB ports, 4x M.2 slots, and 6x SATA III slots for all your storage devices. Thus, all the features and performance make it the best overclocking X870E motherboard.

Performance: 10/10 Value: 8/10
Features: 9/10 Design: 8/10

MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WiFi

Best Budget X870 Motherboard

Chipset: AMD X870 | Memory: DDR5 8,400+ (OC) | VRM: 14+2+1 | Video Outputs: HDMI 2.1, 2x Type-C DisplayPort, USB4 Port, DisplayPort 1.4 | RGB Lighting: Yes | Network: WiFi 7, Realtek 5G LAN, Bluetooth 5.4 | Storage: 4x M.2, 4x SATA III | USB Ports: 11x Rear, 9x Front

Pros

  • Remarkable overclocking opportunities
  • Impressive connectivity options
  • High-end VRMs ensure better voltage distribution
  • Beautiful design
  • EZ M.2 clip and EZ PCIe release features
  • Screwless M.2 Shield Frozr implementation
  • MSI AI LAN manager

Cons

  • I would have preferred more SATA storage
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Starting strong, the first motherboard on my list is the MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WiFi. This inclusion is self-explanatory; you get a high-end, build-quality motherboard with impressive connectivity options and a beautiful design. Additionally, thanks to its 14+2+1 VRM phase, you can overclock your Ryzen 9000 series processors. The MSI MAG X870 will easily fly with any high-end AMD CPU you pair it with, whether the Ryzen 9 7950X3D or the Ryzen 9 9950X.

However, what I love most about the motherboard is that it’s newbie-friendly. For example, the EZ M.2 clip and screwless M.2 shield Frozr features make it much easier for new PC users to build in the motherboard. In any case, I love the 11x rear and 9x front USB ports the motherboard provides. Also, all X870 motherboards come with USB4 and PCIe 5.0, so you can leverage those technologies freely. For the MSI MAG X870, you get 2x PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots and 2x USB4 connectors.

If you’re on a very tight budget but want a Tomahawk motherboard, I suggest checking out my MSI MAG B650 Tomahawk WiFi review.

✅Buy It If

You play competitively: If you play competitively and require the best networking, then the MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WiFi motherboard’s AI LAN manager feature will keep you hooked. The feature ensures you stay connected to the best networking routes and get the lowest ping possible.

You want all the performance with no frills attached: If you’re about to upgrade to a high-end Ryzen 9000 series CPU and don’t have a compatible motherboard, I recommend the MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WiFi to utilize the CPU’s maximum performance; thanks to the motherboard’s higher RAM compatibility, better thermals, and easier installation processes.

❌Don't Buy It If
You’re using more SATA drives: I don’t recommend the MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WiFi if you have many SATA drives because the motherboard only provides 4 SATA III connectors. With the X870 chipset, you’re better off using PCIe 5.0.

What Makes It The Best Budget X870 Motherboard?

The MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WiFi offers remarkable overclocking opportunities, decent connectivity options, 11x rear and 9x front USB ports, and high-end VRMs for better voltage distribution. Moreover, you can access the MSI AI LAN manager, which ensures you always get the best connectivity, thanks to its WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 network options. All in all, these features make it the best budget X870 motherboard.

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Personally, the MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WiFi motherboard appealed to me the most. I’m getting 20 USB ports, amazing networking options, and access to the MSI AI LAN manager to always get the lowest ping while gaming. The motherboard overclocks well, looks beautiful, and doesn’t overheat. I can’t ask for much more from a decently-priced product.

– Dr. Usman Saleem

Performance: 9/10 Value: 8/10
Features: 10/10 Design: 9/10

Best X870 And X870E Motherboards Specification Comparison

Because everyone has different requirements, we have created a simple specifications comparison table to help save you time and browse through our picks according to your needs:

Motherboard ModelTotal Power PhasesMax Memory Speed (MT/s)No. of M.2 slotsNo. of SATA III portsNo. of USB ports (Front)No. of USB ports (Rear)
ASRock Phantom Gaming X870E Nova WiFi23820054912
ASRock X870 Steel Legend WiFi16800034911
MSI MPG X870E CARBON WiFi21840044913
ASRock X870E Taichi Lite27820046912
MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WiFi16840044911

These Motherboards Almost Made Our List

The X870 chipset has truly delivered; all motherboards offer something unique and wonderful. However, we could only choose the best of the best within each category, leaving a few contenders behind. So, these are the motherboards that almost made our list:

  • Gigabyte X870 Aorus Elite: This motherboard has almost nothing to hate, except that it lacks a 5G LAN network, which makes it slightly inferior to its competitors.

Key Motherboard Terms

  • VRM: Short for Voltage Regulator Module, VRMs are circuitry that ensures stable and proper voltage is delivered to all PC parts. High-end VRM phases are important for CPU overclocking.
  • Chipset: The chipset communicates between the peripherals, CPU, RAM, GPU, and storage to manage and run everything smoothly.
  • CPU Socket: This is a slot on the motherboard where the CPU is installed. Usually, the CPU socket changes once every two to three generations for Intel, while AMD’s socket stays the same for a few years.
  • Form Factor: Like the chassis, the size and shape of the motherboard determine the PC case it can fit inside. Generally, you’ll find ITX, mITX, ATX, and E-ATX form factor motherboards.
  • PCIe Slots: These are slots for expansion cards, such as graphics cards, sound cards, and certain network adapters. You want to install your GPU in the x16 PCIe slot and move downwards.
  • DIMM Slots: Located next to the CPU socket, the DIMM slots contain RAM kits, which allow the CPU to access temporary data quickly.

How We Tested These Motherboards

There are several factors that played a crucial role in my selecting the best X870 and X870E motherboards. Here’s a small rundown of the factors:

  • Features: Personally, the biggest improvement in the X870 motherboards over the X670 motherboards is the features the former provides. Therefore, I only selected the ones with the most features, such as DIY-friendly designs, more storage slots, faster RAM capacity, and networking features.
  • Power Delivery: Perhaps one of the most important features to consider, you never want to buy a motherboard with mediocre power delivery. Thus, I kept a keen eye on the power stages and chose motherboards that have robust VRMs and keep lower thermals even when being overclocked.
  • Value For Money: Considering different budget constraints, I selected motherboards that provide the most value for money within each bracket. If you’re thinking of buying the Ryzen 5 9600X, you may want to buy a more affordable X870 motherboard. On the other hand, someone else may want a high-end motherboard for the Ryzen 9 9950X.

Recent Updates

  • October 31, 2024: We have got our hands on the MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WiFi and reviewed it. Given the motherboard’s performance, features, and overall value, we have awarded it the best overall X870 motherboard title.

FAQs

Do the X870 motherboards support Ryzen 7000 series processors?

Yes. The X870 motherboard chipset supports Ryzen 7000, 8000, and 9000 series processors.

Is the Ryzen 9000 good for gaming?

Yes. All Ryzen 9000 series CPUs perform extremely well in almost all games.

Should I buy an X870 motherboard if I already own an X670?

It’s relative to your personal requirements. If you need to leverage USB4 and PCIe 5.0, then the purchase will have more value. Otherwise, stick to what you have for now.

Looking for motherboards for a specific CPU? We have you covered:

 

Ubisoft Still Figuring Out Far Cry Multiplayer’s Gameplay Loop, As Project’s Future Remains Uncertain

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  • Ubisoft’s work on Project Maverick has seen progress, but the team is still figuring out its gameplay loop. 
  • The game was reportedly rebooted early last year.
  • Its core gameplay and direction could still change in the future. 

Despite Ubisoft’s recent setback with 6 game cancellations and multiple delays, the publisher wants to carry its tentpole franchises, including Far Cry, into an annual billionaire brand status. Ubisoft has had two new games in the series for the last three years.

The open-world aficionado is working on a mainline Far Cry 7, called Project Blackbird, and a multiplayer extraction shooter offshoot, Project Maverick. Early 2025 reports suggested that the multiplayer game was rebooted after an internal review.

The game’s writing had been on the wall back then, but a new status update reveals that not much may have changed since the last few years. Ubisoft is reportedly still figuring out its core gameplay loop and hasn’t settled on a single direction yet.

Why it matters: While Maverick has seen developments since early 2025, it is allegedly still being rebooted, indicating that the game is still in the skeletal stages of development since 2023.

Credible insider Tom Henderson explains that there has been significant progress since the old reports, but Ubisoft is still going back to the drawing board with its core gameplay loop.

Given the turbulent times the publisher is currently facing, Maverick’s future remains quite uncertain. Its gameplay direction could shift from a simple extraction shooter by the time it launches, depending on what’s more popular in the future.

It Kind Of Keeps Going Back To The Drawing Board And They’re Trying To Figure Out The Gameplay Loop And All That Kind Of Stuff.

-Tom Henderson, Industry Insider.

Tom jokes that Ubisoft may adapt its entire gameplay loop again if the studio observes a new multiplayer gaming trend in the future, like shifting to the hero shooter genre, if Highguard attracts millions of players.

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Far Cry 6 received mixed reviews among critics and players.

Even the mainline Far Cry 7 is rumored to focus more on multiplayer so it can be played longer, as per past rumors. It will reportedly be set in New England.

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Highguard Initial Impressions From Early Testers Really Positive Despite Heavy Skepticism

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  • People who got to play Highguard have shown a really positive response to the F2P title.
  • There was a lot of skepticism surrounding the title since it took a finale spot at TGA.
  • So, despite the doubt, the former Titanfall developers’ game might actually turn out great.

Highguard was recently revealed at The Game Awards, during a controversial finale spot. The title didn’t seem particularly extraordinary, given that the place was reserved for blockbusters, so people were really critical of it. 

However, despite the heavy skepticism surrounding the title, it seems that all early playtesters who were invited to experience Highguard had really positive things to say, suggesting that people might be wrong about it. 

Why it matters: Highguard was dubbed Concord 2.0, and people already dubbed it dead on arrival. This new development could mean we’re pleasantly surprised. 

Highguard impressions
Despite skepticism, Highguard might actually turn out good.

Ever since the event, Geoff Keighley has been hyping the free-to-play title. At the same time, the studio has remained mostly silent, which has only fueled even more skepticism about the game, but playtesters have suggested otherwise. 

Almost everyone who has experienced the title says it’s really fun, and they will be surprised by the quality. It is developed by Wildlight Entertainment, a team comprising former Apex Legends and Titanfall developers. 

Highguard
Early testers say the game will pleasantly surprise the audience.

So, despite everything, Highguard might actually turn out pretty good. It is entering a saturated genre already ruled by the likes of CS2 and Valorant, so it will have to do a lot to stand out and sustain its place. 

Nonetheless, the game drops on Monday, and all will be able to experience it then. It has managed to interest many people, but how it actually plays out will be seen when it launches tomorrow. 

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Forget 80%, Samsung Is Raising NAND Prices By 100% In January 2026

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  • According to industry sources, Samsung is raising NAND prices by 100% in January.
  • The company already signed supply contracts with its major customers at the end of 2025.
  • Price hikes are expected to continue in the second quarter, with a similar trend expected for SK Hynix.

The AI boom has had a far-reaching negative effect on the consumer industry, with memory shortages driving up the prices of consumer goods by exorbitant amounts. In the next few years, the crisis is only going to get worse as data centers are expected to consume 70% of memory chips.

In the wake of the shortage, reports indicated that Samsung would hike the prices of all memory components by up to 80%. As it turns out, this can be even worse for NAND, as the company will raise NAND flash memory prices by 100%.

Why it matters: With executives expecting NAND memory shortages to last until 2035, these price hikes will hurt almost all sectors of technology, including PCs, smartphones, and consoles.

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Samsung is increasing the price of NAND memory products by 100%.

According to a report from ET News, Samsung has doubled the cost of NAND-based storage devices due to a surge in demand caused by AI. Sources state that the company signed supply contracts with several major customers at the end of 2025 and will implement this 100% price increase from January.

Furthermore, this upward trend in NAND prices is expected to continue as AI proliferates, as supply cannot keep up with demand. According to industry sources, Samsung is already negotiating with its primary customers to further increase NAND flash memory prices in the second quarter of 2026.

SK Hynix is also expected to see a similar increase, with an industry insider predicting that price hikes across the entire NAND market are inevitable. However, market research previously stated that NAND prices would only surge by 34%, but the reality has left the analysts behind.

Samsung DRAM
Other Samsung memory products, such as DRAM, will also be hiked by 80% as per previous reports.

With year-long backlogs also reported, the only assurance is that memory components will continue to get more expensive.

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Prince of Persia Remake Was 99% Completed Before Being Canceled, Internal Reactions Were ‘Fine’ To ‘Absolutely Awful’

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  • An insider revealed a new look into the cancelled Prince of Persia remake.
  • The project was reportedly 99.99% completed before Ubisoft pulled the plug.
  • The game’s internal evaluation was quite mixed across multiple developers.

Ubisoft underwent a controversial change recently, which led to the cancellation of six games, delays of others, and a staggering single-day decline in its stock. The highly awaited Prince of Persia: Sands of Time remake also got caught in the crossfire and got canned.

Trusted industry insider xj0nathan now reveals that the project was 99.99% complete, and Ubisoft shelved it at the very last minute. He has also given a new look into the game’s protagonist, the Prince, which can be seen below.

Why it matters: Ubisoft’s uncertainty with the Prince of Persia remake led to its cancellation late in development, confirming that we nearly had a great reimagining of the 2003 classic, had the quality been up to par.

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J0nathan’s source confirmed that only a few bugs remained to be squashed, but the game was still cancelled so close to being done.

The main reason behind the cancellation is the remake’s quality, according to rumors. For instance, even the protagonist seems to have an unpolished look to him, at least when compared to his leaked concept art.

Many rumors suggest that the remake’s quality was too poor and failed to meet Ubisoft’s standards. Credible insider Tom Henderson also implies Ubisoft was unhappy with how it was turning out, with internal reviews ranging from just ‘fine’ to ‘absolutely awful.’

I have [heard] internal communication messages [and] QA reports saying that the game is fine, and then I also have QA people who tested the game saying that it’s absolutely awful, so there’s a lot of miscommunication and some really bad stuff going on with the game.

The Prince of Persia: Sands of Time remake has faced multiple turbulent periods during development, but it was said to be progressing well in 2024. However, the company was no longer willing to—or could not afford to—spend more resources on the remake.

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