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Trauma Becomes Reality in BrokenLore: UNFOLLOW
Jan 14, 2026, 12:33
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Gaming News
BrokenLore: UNFOLLOW is a surreal horror journey where social media obsession and deep-seated trauma manifest as living nightmares.
Most of the time, our trauma rarely stays as a memory; more often, it evolves—shifting from a shadow of the mind to the very thing we fear most. That is Brokenlore: UNFOLLOW's main core story and theme.
Beyond the Screen: When Digital Trauma Becomes a Living Nightmare
Developed by Serafini Productions, BrokenLore: UNFOLLOW is a first-person psychological horror game, planning to release on the 16th of January, 2026. The game is a main entry in the BrokenLore anthology, which is a series of interconnected games that explore...
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Nvidia launches G-SYNC Pulsar to push 1,000Hz-class motion clarity esports
Jan 14, 2026, 10:00
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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...
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Intel 290K Geekbench appearance suggests Arrow Lake refresh is coming soon
Jan 14, 2026, 09:00
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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...
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Phasmophobia prepares for a massive 2026 as version 1.0 draws closer
Jan 13, 2026, 22:16
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Gaming News
One of the centerpiece updates is the long-awaited Player Character Update, now scheduled to launch in Q1 2026.
Phasmophobia developer Kinetic Games has revealed ambitious plans for 2026, calling it one of the most important years in the game’s history as the co-op horror hit moves steadily toward its long-awaited 1.0 release. After spending years in Early Access, the studio is now focusing on deep systemic reworks designed to make ghost hunting feel more immersive, physical, and unsettling than ever before.
Rather than simply adding new content, Kinetic Games is targeting the very foundations of the experience....
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Baldur’s Gate 3 will not come to Nintendo Switch 2
Jan 13, 2026, 21:42
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Gaming News
For fans hoping the Switch 2’s improved hardware could finally make a handheld version feasible, the news is disappointing.
Larian Studios has finally clarified one of the biggest questions surrounding Baldur’s Gate 3: why the award-winning RPG isn’t coming to the Nintendo Switch 2. Despite fans hoping for a portable version of the 2023 hit—especially after Divinity: Original Sin 2 received an upgraded release for Nintendo’s next-gen hardware—CEO Swen Vincke says the studio’s hands were tied. Speaking during a Reddit AMA, Vincke explained that while Larian wanted to bring the game to the...
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Capcom announces a showcase featuring Resident Evil Requiem Gameplay
Jan 13, 2026, 16:30
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Gaming News
The showcase could offer a first in-depht look at Resident Evil Requiem new gameplay mechanics.
Capcom has announced that it will hold a dedicated Resident Evil Showcase later this week, during which the company will unveil new footage from Resident Evil Requiem. The event will focus on the next major entry in the iconic survival horror franchise and is expected to provide fans with a clearer look at how the game is shaping up ahead of its release.
Increasing the hype
The digital presentation is scheduled to air on Thursday and will run for approximately 12 minutes....
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Bandai Namco Unveils Opening Cinematic for My Hero Academia: All’s Justice
Jan 13, 2026, 15:00
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Gaming News
This exciting fighting game will bring to life the iconic manga series by Kōhei Horikoshi next month.
Bandai Namco Entertainment has released the official opening cinematic for My Hero Academia: All's Justice, giving fans a detailed preview of the game’s tone, presentation, and narrative focus. The newly published video showcases the full intro sequence players will see when launching the game, setting the stage for what is positioned as one of the most ambitious My Hero Academia adaptations to date.
Deku and friends are ready to fight
The intro centers on the franchise’s climactic "Final War" storyline, highlighting the...
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Trails Beyond the Horizon brings a new epic RPG journey to the West
Jan 13, 2026, 14:44
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Gaming News
Trails Beyond the Horizon arrives in the West with an engaging story, turn-based combat, and a world that RPG fans will want to explore.
When long-running RPG series reach a new chapter, expectations are always high, and The Legend of Heroes: Trails beyond the Horizon is no exception. The game is officially heading to North America and Europe on January 15, 2026, giving Western players the chance to experience a title that has already drawn attention overseas. It will be available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch, making it easy for fans to jump in regardless of their preferred platform.
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The ARC Raiders dilemma: First-person dreams and the PvP debate
Jan 13, 2026, 14:20
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Gaming News
Explore the first-person perspective exploit in ARC Raiders and the devs' firm stance against competitive PvP systems.
ARC Raiders, the popular extraction shooter, has found itself at the center of two big community debates since its launch. One is about a secret first-person view, and the other is about whether the game is truly meant for player-versus-player (PvP) fights. These two topics highlight the different ways players want to experience the game versus how the creators see it.
For a short time, PC players found a hidden way to play ARC Raiders in first-person. By using special commands...
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Fanatical launches BYO Pedal to the Metal bundle with racing sims galore
Jan 13, 2026, 06:30
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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...
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Detective Fest 2026 on Steam offers mystery-packed games at up to 93% off
Jan 13, 2026, 05:00
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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,...
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Death Machine: A dark Metroidvania adventure
Jan 12, 2026, 17:34
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Gaming News
Ascend a gothic mechanical citadel in Death Machine, a brutal pixel-art Metroidvania with roguelite item builds.
Death Machine is a newly released indie title that was launched on the 6th of January, 2026. This game is primarily a Metroidvania/roguelite indie game, similar to Dead Cells or Rogue Legacy 2.
Unleash Your Inner Machine: A Deep Dive into "Death Machine"
The game was developed by a solo developer: Phillip Froelich. After being released on the 6th of January, 2026, the game has quickly gained attention for its unique blend of genres and atmospheric pixel art.
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