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Arc Battlemage B770 high-end GPU packaging already in prep at Intel

Sep 9, 2025, 16:00 manhkbrady Hardware News

A new shipping document hints that Intel's "Big Battlemage" GPU is getting closer to launch, with potential packaging for the Arc B770 being spotted.

It seems that Intel is gearing up to unveil a new ARC Battlemage graphics card. Leakers have detected packaging for Intel G31 and C32 graphics cards. The previous occurrence of similar leaks indicated that Intel’s ARC B580 was approximately 2.5 months away from its release. The B31 (BMG-B31) GPU is the designated name for Intel’s high-end ARC Battlemage graphics card. This GPU is rumored to represent Intel’s ARC B770 graphics card. It will offer PC gamers a...

Borderlands 4: Day One patch and system requirements

Sep 9, 2025, 14:00 Fyra Frost Gaming News

Meeting the system requirements for Borderlands 4 will be a must if you want to enjoy an optimal experience on PC.

The highly anticipated launch of Borderlands 4 is just around the corner, and Gearbox Software has confirmed that the game will ship with a Day One patch designed to improve stability and performance on PC. While this update addresses several issues reported during early previews, such as stuttering, frame drops, and occasional crashes, it won't magically make the game run smoothly on outdated machines. Essential Optimizations, Not Miracles According to Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford, the update "does a lot," targeting some of...

Political Sim Fest 2025 goes live on Steam with discounts reaching 90%

Sep 9, 2025, 13:30 manhkbrady Hot Deals Ended

Even with a limited number of offers, the Steam Political Sim Fest contains games that will appeal to fans of intricate titles.

Guiding a country towards greatness is a challenging endeavor. If you've ever fantasized about becoming a president, king, or another influential leader faced with difficult decisions, you will appreciate the Steam Political Sim Sale 2025. For those willing to take on a challenge and confident in their leadership abilities to achieve success, continued reading will reveal the political simulators currently on sale for your consideration on Steam. In addition to a variety of exciting discounts, the event presents an opportunity to...

Final Fantasy Tactics remaster could shape the future of the series

Sep 9, 2025, 12:30 Fyra Frost Gaming News

The success of the highly-anticipated turn-based tactics game is the key to expanding the franchise in the future.

With the release of Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles just weeks away, Square Enix is putting more than nostalgia on the line. According to game director Kazutoyo Maehiro, the commercial performance of this long-awaited remaster could directly influence whether the Tactics series receives new life in the future. A franchise with potential for more Maehiro, who has been closely tied to the world of Ivalice since the original's launch in 1997, recently hinted that strong sales would not only validate the...

Exploring the enigmatic world of Strange Antiquities

Sep 9, 2025, 11:16 AlexP Gaming News

Explore Strange Antiquities, an occult puzzle adventure in eerie Undermere. Manage an arcane shop, solve mysteries, and shape fates in a cozy-creepy world.

In the hauntingly atmospheric town of Undermere, Strange Antiquities invites players into a standalone sequel to the beloved Strange Horticulture. This occult puzzle adventure immerses you as an Apprentice Thaumaturge running a peculiar shop filled with arcane artifacts. Set in a world of ancient woodlands and candle-lit libraries, the game weaves a narrative steeped in macabre folklore. The story begins with eerie omens—hundreds of ravens circling the town—hinting at sinister secrets. As you manage the shop, you'll interact with...

Fata Deum - The God Sim: A divine blend of strategy and power

Sep 9, 2025, 09:55 AlexP Gaming News

Fata Deum lets you play as a god, shaping mortal worlds through strategy and miracles. Build, destroy, and compete in a dynamic, choice-driven sim.

In Fata Deum - The God Sim, players ascend to godhood, wielding immense power to shape a vibrant world of mortals. The core gameplay revolves around competing with up to four AI-controlled deities, each with unique domains like war or fertility, to amass followers and expand influence. By day, you guide mortals in building settlements, casting miracles to inspire awe or fear, and outmaneuvering rival gods to sway the populace. The night phase shifts to strategic planning, allowing you to...

Ghost of Yotei storage requirements revealed

Sep 9, 2025, 09:10 Rine Ikarus Gaming News

Those planning to play Ghost of Yotei at launch may want to check their available storage.

The upcoming release of Ghost of Yotei is shaping up to be one of PlayStation’s biggest launches of the year, and players now have a clear idea of just how much space they’ll need to free up on their consoles. According to new details, the sequel will require roughly 85 GB of storage on the PlayStation 5—nearly double that of Ghost of Tsushima. Launching exclusively for PS5 on October 2, 2025, Ghost of Yotei promises a deeper open world, more...

Tokyo's dark heart: The supernatural thrills of Underground Killer

Sep 8, 2025, 13:28 AlexP Gaming News

Dive into Tokyo Underground Killer’s neon-lit Tokyo as assassin Kobayashi. Explore iconic districts, wield katana skills, and battle demonic Flatliners.

In the neon-lit sprawl of a near-futuristic Tokyo, Tokyo Underground Killer immerses players in a gritty cyberpunk underworld. The game casts you as Kobayashi, a supernatural assassin dubbed the ''Shinjuku Vampire,'' entangled with the Gokuraku crime syndicate. The story unfolds through nearly 100 pages of hand-drawn comic scenes, blending dark humor and existential yearning. Kobayashi, a killer with a longing for a simpler life, hunts depraved psychopaths linked to Kinoshita, a deceased musician-turned-cultist. This narrative, steeped in supernatural intrigue and Tokyo's...

Paradox starts adressing its Clan plan for Bloodlines II

Sep 8, 2025, 13:00 Fyra Frost Gaming News

Every step in the journey to release seems to be a struggle for Bloodlines 2. Will Paradox make it right?

Paradox Interactive has been forced into damage control following uproar over its controversial monetization strategy for Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines II. The publisher originally planned to restrict access to two vampire clans, Lasombra and Toreador, behind a paid DLC wall, but heavy backlash has now prompted full refunds for PlayStation 5 Premium Edition preorders and a pledge to revisit the content model ahead of the game's release. Backpedaling in time? When Paradox detailed the edition structure last month, the standard version...

This Week's Video Game Releases - September 2025 (Week 37)

Sep 8, 2025, 12:00 Fyra Frost New Game Releases

This week brings many novelties to the gaming world, including medieval epics, sim expansions, quirky racers, and Borderlands 4.

The second week of September brings a diverse lineup of video game releases, ranging from gritty historical role-playing and large-scale strategy to lighthearted racing and indie storytelling. With major sequels, expansions, and original titles arriving across genres, players will find no shortage of new experiences to dive into. September 8-14 releases The week begins on September 9 with Firefighting Simulator: Ignite, a hands-on simulation that tasks players with tackling dangerous blazes using realistic tools and teamwork. The same day marks the...

Next-gen basketball: How NBA 2K26 elevates the franchise

Sep 8, 2025, 09:38 AlexP Gaming News

NBA 2K26 redefines basketball gaming with immersive modes like MyCAREER and MyTEAM, plus ProPLAY tech and Rhythm Shooting for a realistic, thrilling experience.

Basketball simulation games continue to captivate sports fans, and the NBA 2K26 delivers an immersive experience that brings the intensity of the NBA to players' fingertips. This latest installment in the long-running franchise lets gamers step into the shoes of NBA and WNBA stars, build custom athletes, or manage teams in dynamic, competitive environments. With refined mechanics and a focus on realism, the game pushes the boundaries of virtual basketball, offering a blend of arcade flair and authentic court action that...

Radeon’s upcoming RDNA 5 chiplet approach could reshape AMD’s GPU strategy

Sep 8, 2025, 06:00 manhkbrady Hardware News

Rumors suggest that AMD is planning to reintroduce a chiplet-based approach for its RDNA 5 graphics architecture.

AMD seems to be implementing a fresh chiplet-based strategy with its Radeon RDNA 5 GPU lineup. Reportedly, AMD can now leverage the same GPU chiplets to manufacture discrete GPUs, console SOCs, and PC APUs (which are CPUs with powerful integrated graphics). The “GMD” (graphics memory die) chiplets by AMD are said to incorporate Shader Engines (SE), Compute Units (CU), Caches, and Memory Controllers (MC). For discrete GPUs, these chipsets can connect to PC chiplets that have video/media engines, PCIe connectivity, and...

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