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Valve reveals the full lineup of Steam events scheduled throughout 2026

Jan 18, 2026, 05:30 manhkbrady Gaming News

Valve has just officially unmasked the full schedule for 2026, so you can plan your wallet's survival well in advance.

Valve has unveiled the Steam sale schedule for the latter half of 2026, extending through December and into early January 2027. Given the lineup of major seasonal sales and various smaller themed festivals, it appears our finances will remain quite strained in the near future. These events are a great opportunity to discover new games and take advantage of various discounts. However, if you’re trying to be careful with your spending, it may be worth holding out...

AMD unveils Ryzen AI 400 series mobile CPUs for AI-powered laptops in 2026

Jan 18, 2026, 05:00 manhkbrady Hardware News

AMD announced the Ryzen AI 400 series, codenamed "Gorgon Point," using the Zen 5 CPU architecture, RDNA 3.5 graphics, and XDNA 2 NPU.

AMD has officially announced its Ryzen AI 400 series processors, confirming that the lineup will include both mobile and desktop variants. This also means AMD is preparing to launch its first Copilot+ desktop CPUs, further expanding the availability of NPU-powered AI computing on the PC platform. Although the Ryzen AI 400 series does not introduce brand-new CPU architectures, AMD has refined its designs to boost performance across the board. Users can expect improved CPU, GPU, and NPU performance, alongside better power...

Geekbench listing reveals Intel Xeon 698X with 86 cores and 4.60 GHz clocks

Jan 17, 2026, 06:00 manhkbrady Hardware News

New leaks confirm the Xeon 698X will lead Intel’s next-gen workstation lineup.

A new Intel processor, widely thought to be the unreleased Xeon 698X, has appeared in a Geekbench 6.5.0 benchmark listing. Featuring 86 cores and 172 threads, this chip is clearly designed for extreme multi-threaded performance. It also reportedly includes a massive 336MB of L3 cache and a base clock speed of 4.6 GHz. Leaked Geekbench 6.5 results show the processor scoring 2,532 points in single-core tests and 21,030 points in multi-core performance. While these figures are notably high, it’s still...

Discover standout indies in Humble Iceberg Interactive’s Hidden Gems Bundle

Jan 17, 2026, 05:00 manhkbrady Hot Deals

The latest Humble Bundle showcases the best of Iceberg Interactive, giving players a chance to grab a dozen diverse indie hits while supporting charity.

Humble Bundle has once again delighted PC gamers with the launch of a new curated collection, this time focusing on the diverse and compelling catalog of publisher Iceberg Interactive. Titled the "Iceberg Interactive Hidden Gems Bundle," this offering lives up to its name by showcasing a selection of 11 distinct titles that might have been overlooked but are highly regarded by those who have discovered them. No matter which tier you choose, you’ll also receive a 60% discount coupon for...

Best of Indie Legends BYO bundle from Fanatical brings top Steam PC games

Jan 16, 2026, 05:00 manhkbrady Hot Deals

If you’re looking to fill your library with top-tier titles, the new Indie Legends bundle from Fanatical is an essential pick that you won't want to miss.

Considering adding some new games to your collection? Fanatical has rolled out a new deal that may be worth checking out: the Best of Indie Legends Build Your Own Bundle (New Year 2026). This offer allows you to customize your own bundle by selecting only the games you’re interested in. The bundle includes 22 Steam PC titles spanning multiple genres, giving you plenty of choice when creating your lineup. Since this is a build-your-own bundle, pricing depends on how many games...

Claim two great stealth games for free right now on the Epic Games Store

Jan 16, 2026, 04:00 manhkbrady Free Games Ended

For those who prefer sneaking to shooting, Epic Games is giving away two acclaimed stealth titles this week: Styx: Master of Shadows and its sequel.

The Epic Games Store’s 2026 giveaway campaign is in full swing. The second wave of free titles for the new year has just gone live, introducing two stealth-focused adventures from the Styx series and taking the place of last week’s freebie, Bloons TD 6. You have seven days to claim both games and keep them permanently in your Epic Games Store library. Originally released in 2014 by Cyanide Studios, Styx: Master of Shadows puts players in the role of...

Monster Hunter Bundle from Fanatical delivers 7 affordable Capcom titles

Jan 15, 2026, 06:30 manhkbrady Hot Deals

You can now dive into the Monster Hunter series with a new build-your-own bundle on Fanatical.

Fanatical's Capcom bundles are consistently among their most sought-after deals, which is hardly surprising given the publisher's history of producing legendary gaming franchises. The Monster Hunter series is a prime example, offering a mix of expansive exploration in the mainline entries and narrative-focused, monster-breeding gameplay in the Stories spin-offs. Currently, Fanatical has relaunched its Build Your Own Monster Hunter Bundle, allowing players to pick up World, Rise, both Stories titles, and their respective DLCs as Steam keys at a significant discount. The...

Jump, run and explore nine games in Humble Playful Platformers Bundle 2026

Jan 15, 2026, 03:30 manhkbrady Hot Deals

Humble Bundle’s Playful Platformers 2026 is now live, offering a diverse selection of titles that truly provides a platformer for every player.

A remarkable platformer maximizes enjoyment from a straightforward concept: guiding your character back and forth on a 2D path, gathering items, leaping over barriers, and battling foes to reach a goal. This holiday season, you can indulge in the Playful Platformers Bundle 2026, featuring nine games designed to please all types of platformer enthusiasts. The Playful Platformers Bundle 2026 includes a total of nine titles categorized into three price levels, starting at $5 and available until February 5. For just $5 /...

Nvidia launches G-SYNC Pulsar to push 1,000Hz-class motion clarity esports

Jan 14, 2026, 10:00 manhkbrady Hardware News

Nvidia’s G-Sync Pulsar has officially launched, providing a solution that eliminates motion blur on Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) monitors.

NVIDIA has introduced G-SYNC Pulsar, the next evolution in its display technology, which promises ultra-smooth gameplay and motion clarity equivalent to over 1,000Hz. This new feature will soon be available in monitors from major brands including Acer, AOC, ASUS, and MSI. G-SYNC Pulsar significantly advances NVIDIA's Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) technology, which debuted in 2013 to eliminate screen tearing and stutter. Pulsar enhances VRR by integrating advanced, variable frequency backlight strobing. This technique pulses the display's backlight in synchronization...

Intel 290K Geekbench appearance suggests Arrow Lake refresh is coming soon

Jan 14, 2026, 09:00 manhkbrady Hardware News

The Core Ultra 9 290K Plus is anticipated to succeed the 285K as Intel's premier desktop processor later this year.

A Geekbench score for Intel's Core Ultra 9 290K PLUS CPU has emerged, revealing the CPU's peak clock speed of 5.8 GHz along with additional specifications. This CPU was evaluated on a Gigabyte Z890 AORUS TACHYON ICE motherboard paired with 48GB of DDR5-8000 RAM. According to Geekbench, Intel’s Ultra 9 285K CPU achieves a single-threaded score of 3202 and a multi-threaded score of 22580. The freshly leaked Ultra 9 290K PLUS CPU boasts a single-threaded score that's nearly 8% greater...

Fanatical launches BYO Pedal to the Metal bundle with racing sims galore

Jan 13, 2026, 06:30 manhkbrady Hot Deals

It’s the final lap for these driving and racing collections, so grab your favorite titles while you still can.

If you enjoy nothing more than taking the virtual wheel and racing on digital tracks, this new collection of affordable Steam keys will be perfect for you. You can select from 17 different titles here. The total cost of the bundle varies based on the number of games chosen, and Fanatical has organized it into three pricing tiers: Three or four games – $1.65 / 1,65€ / £1.65 per title Five or six games – $1.60 / 1,60€ / £1.60 per title...

Detective Fest 2026 on Steam offers mystery-packed games at up to 93% off

Jan 13, 2026, 05:00 manhkbrady Hot Deals Ended

Steam has kicked off its Detective Fest, a week-long sale and celebration of mystery and investigation games.

The year 2026 has just started, and there’s still time before we experience the first significant Steam sale of the year. Nevertheless, last year, Valve provided a preview of the sales in the first half of the year, giving us plenty of opportunity to ready our wallets ahead of time. The first themed event for this year is Detective Fest, which kicks off today and will run for an entire week filled with mysteries. This sale features games at discounted prices,...

Get 21 games with Fanatical’s January 2026 Platinum Collection BYO bundle

Jan 12, 2026, 10:00 manhkbrady Hot Deals

The latest Platinum Collection is now available on Fanatical, giving you the opportunity to hand-pick a custom library of acclaimed games.

Fanatical started 2026 with an incredible New Year bundle, providing a large selection of games at a low cost. Now, they’re returning with another impressive collection to help you expand your gaming library without breaking the bank. The bundle in question is the Platinum Collection for January 2026, and it features a customizable theme. This means you can tailor the bundle to your liking, selecting only the games you desire while skipping those that don't appeal to you. The total...

Steam Machine pricing rumor emerges following a listing from Czech retailer

Jan 12, 2026, 08:00 manhkbrady Hardware News

If true, the GabeCube will not be friendly to your wallet.

Everyone is eagerly awaiting updates about the Steam Machine, especially with Valve indicating a release window of "Early 2026," which means we could see it launch at any time. Fueling the anticipation further, two prominent Czech retailers have posted prices for the device on their websites, with Smarty.cz offering the 2TB version for slightly over $1050, and Alza.cz pricing it just below $1200. The 512GB version is being listed for about $950; these figures are before sales tax...

Humble Choice January 2026 delivers Sonic Frontiers, Hunt Showdown and more

Jan 11, 2026, 09:00 manhkbrady Hot Deals

The Humble Choice January 2026 games have been unmasked.

Humble Bundle has refreshed its selection of Choice games, and for January 2026, the platform is featuring several highly-rated titles. The monthly subscription is priced at $14.99 / €12.99 / £11.49, while the annual subscription is available for $154.99 / €134.99 / £119.99. Five percent of the revenue supports a chosen charity organization that changes monthly. By subscribing to Humble Choice for January, you can spend the month immersed in an adrenaline-pumping adventure, searching for lost Chaos emeralds across enigmatic ancient islands...

Nvidia could revive the RTX 3060 due to reported DRAM supply constraints

Jan 11, 2026, 08:00 manhkbrady Hardware News

In response to severe DRAM shortages, NVIDIA is reportedly preparing to restart production of the GeForce RTX 3060 in early 2026

NVIDIA began phasing out its GeForce RTX 3060 GPUs in 2024. Despite its initial release in 2021, this lineup remains the top choice among gamers on Steam, and although the 4060 and 5060 models are gaining traction, there are indications that NVIDIA may restart production of this GPU. Although it is older, this GPU is regarded as a staple in the graphics card market. Its substantial 12GB frame buffer has enabled it to hold up better than other GPUs from...

ASUS partners with Hideo Kojima for a limited special ROG Flow Z13 version

Jan 10, 2026, 05:00 manhkbrady Hardware News

Asus ROG introduced the new limited-edition ROG Flow Z13-KJP gaming tablet in partnership with Kojima Productions.

At CES 2026, ASUS grabbed attention by unveiling a special edition of the ROG Flow Z13 laptop called the ROG Flow Z13-KJP. This product stems from a collaboration between the Republic of Gamers brand and Kojima Productions, the studio led by renowned game developer Hideo Kojima. The design of the device draws direct inspiration from the hit game Death Stranding and the studio's mascot, Ludens. Yoji Shinkawa, the art director and mechanical designer behind the Death Stranding series, crafted the...

Fanatical BYO Military Operations bundle brings 17 intense strategy titles

Jan 10, 2026, 04:00 manhkbrady Hot Deals

Fanatical has launched a new Military Operations Bundle, allowing you to choose from 17 strategy titles.

Fanatical has returned with its January 2026 edition of the Build Your Own Military Operations Bundle. Select from 17 games and take command of military brigades, dominate the skies, and conduct warfare on various fronts. As is customary, the greater the number of games you choose, the larger your savings will be. The bundle comes in three pricing levels: $9.99 / 9,99€ / £9.99 for two games, $19.99 / 19,99€ / £19.99 for five, or $29.99 / 29,99€ / £29.99 for...

Get 6 great indie games with Green Man Gaming’s new Indie Adventure bundle

Jan 9, 2026, 13:00 manhkbrady Hot Deals Ended

This specific bundle is a dream come true for indie game enthusiasts looking for high-quality hidden gems.

In December, Green Man Gaming introduced the 2K Collection bundle, featuring a variety of game genres for an affordable price. Now, they’ve returned with another fantastic bundle that showcases some well-loved indie titles. If you're looking to try something new without breaking the bank, this bundle is certainly worth considering. With the Green Man Gaming Indie Adventures Bundle, you have the option to select from three different tiers. Additionally, you will receive a discount coupon with your purchase, allowing you to...

Bloons TD 6 is currently free to grab for all users on the Epic Games Store

Jan 9, 2026, 04:00 manhkbrady Free Games Ended

Bloons TD 6 has been revealed as the latest free title on the Epic Games Store, offering players one of the most addictive strategy experiences for free.

The Epic Games Store has just wrapped up its extensive holiday event, which provided a total of 17 games to PC players over a two-week span, featuring both AAA titles and indie games. Now, it appears the store is reverting to its usual weekly offering. Today, the giveaway has refreshed, and you can now claim Bloons TD 6 for free. You have a week to permanently add this game to your Epic Games Store library. Created by Ninja Kiwi, Bloons...

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