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The end of Humanity: Introducing Earth Must Die

Jan 19, 2026, 18:18 I_hate_league_of_legends Gaming News

Conquer the galaxy as a lazy alien tyrant in this inventory-free comedy adventure. Earth must die, and it will be your doing!

Have you ever thought that one day, the life of our dear planet will come to an end, not by accident, but with a purpose? In Earth Must Die, we will find out the main reason why Earth is doomed. Why being the bad guy has never felt this good: A deep dive into Earth Must Die Scheduled to release on PC (via Steam) on the 27th of January, 2026, Earth Must Die is a comedic sci-fi adventure game developed by the BAFTA-winning studio Size...

PS5 Pro performance upgrade with PSSR 2.0 expected before the end of March

Jan 19, 2026, 17:30 manhkbrady Hardware News

Sony is reportedly preparing to launch PSSR 2.0 for the PS5 Pro this quarter, which promises to significantly improve image quality and frame rates.

The PlayStation 5 Pro, despite its market-leading power, has not achieved significant success since its November 2024 launch. Users felt its performance was underutilized, and features like the AI-powered PSSR upscaler were initially disappointing, often causing visual glitches instead of marked image quality improvements. While the full potential of the PS5 Pro remains to be seen - for instance, with upcoming titles like Marvel's Wolverine - a significant system upgrade is reportedly coming by March. This update promises substantial...

CODE VEIN II: new video highlights exciting features

Jan 19, 2026, 16:00 Fyra Frost Gaming News

The second installment in Bandai Namco's series will introduce gameplay enhancements and overhaul importan systems to deliver a superior experience.

Bandai Namco has released a new gameplay overview video for CODE VEIN II, offering an in-depth look at how the upcoming action RPG expands on the foundations of its predecessor. The footage highlights refinements to combat, deeper character customization, and a redesigned Partner System that plays a central role in both strategy and survivability. CODE VEIN II is currently scheduled to launch on January 30, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. The reveal focuses on an evolved...

Hytale improves its world, crafting, and farming in first major update

Jan 19, 2026, 11:29 AlexP Gaming News

Hytale’s first major update improves exploration, crafting, and farming while making the world feel more alive and fun to play.

The first major update for Hytale marks an important step for the game as it continues to grow and improve. This update is not just a small patch, but a wide set of changes aimed at making the experience smoother, more fun, and easier to enjoy for both new and returning players. It focuses on polish, balance, and expanding systems that players use every day. For a game built around creativity and exploration, this update shows a clear effort to...

Looking for a fun party brawler? Elemental Brawl is worth a try

Jan 19, 2026, 11:03 AlexP Gaming News

Elemental Brawl is a fun party brawler where friends battle with elemental powers in fast, chaotic matches inspired by Smash-style action.

Brawler games have always been one of the most fun ways to play with friends. They are easy to understand, fast to start, and usually lead to a lot of laughs, shouting, and friendly trash talk. Whether you are sitting on the couch or playing online, these games shine when everyone is involved at the same time. You do not need long tutorials or deep knowledge to enjoy them. You just grab a controller, jump into a match, and let...

Core Ultra Series 3 debuts at CES with Intel’s integrated Arc B390 graphics

Jan 19, 2026, 07:00 manhkbrady Hardware News

Intel officially launched the next-generation mobile processor platform codenamed Panther Lake, commercialized under the name Intel Core Ultra Series 3.

Intel is set to challenge AMD in the popular PC handheld gaming market with its new dedicated gaming platform, announced at CES 2026. This platform is based on the Core Ultra 3 series “Panther Lake” CPUs and leverages the significant performance gains of Intel’s new ARC B-series integrated graphics. Intel is actively collaborating with partners like Acer, MSI, GPD, and OneXPlayer on new handheld designs. It's anticipated that Intel will release dedicated Panther Lake chips specifically optimized for gaming handhelds, potentially...

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...

Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot surpasses 10 million sales worldwide

Jan 17, 2026, 22:42 Rine Ikarus Gaming News

One of the most exciting reveals tied to the 10 million sales celebration is a brief tease of Super Saiyan 4 Goku, shown at the end of the anniversary video.

Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot has officially crossed 10 million copies sold worldwide, marking a major milestone for Bandai Namco and reinforcing the game’s status as one of the most successful Dragon Ball releases of all time. First launched in 2020, the action RPG has enjoyed remarkable longevity thanks to consistent post-launch support, expansive DLC, and a faithful retelling of one of anime’s most beloved sagas. To celebrate the achievement, Bandai Namco shared a special commemorative video highlighting Goku’s journey throughout Dragon...

Getting "biopunky" with Deep Fringe

Jan 17, 2026, 19:40 I_hate_league_of_legends Gaming News

Deep Fringe: a tactical RPG in a biopunk post-apocalyptic wasteland. Lead factions in brutal turn-based battles.

Imagine this: You live in a biopunk wasteland ravaged by an apocalypse, filled with toxic tumors, spore swarms, larva hordes, bio-modified enemies, and rival mercenaries. What will you do? Well, you will find the answer in a brand-new hardcore tactical RPG: Deep Fringe. Toxic Biopunk Wasteland: Mutated Ruins and Faction Warfare Developed by Bosoneon Studio and being published by Thousand Generation, Deep Fringe made it to Early Access on Steam on the 15th of January, 2026. The game is a blend of nostalgic pixel art aesthetics with deep turn-based strategy...

Pathologic 3 Divides and Fascinates the Gaming Community

Jan 17, 2026, 17:15 Daniel-D Gaming News

Pathologic 3 earns praise for ambition and atmosphere, while polarizing players with its difficulty, systems, and unconventional design.

Pathologic 3 has quickly become one of the most discussed narrative-driven games among hardcore RPG and indie fans, with public perception shaped by both admiration and frustration. Critics and players largely agree that the game remains faithful to the series’ identity: dense storytelling, oppressive atmosphere, and a refusal to cater to mainstream expectations. For many, this uncompromising vision is exactly what makes Pathologic 3 stand out in a crowded gaming landscape. ...

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...

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