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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...

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 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 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 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...

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 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.  ...

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...

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...

Released on the 14th of January, 2026, Air Hares is a brand new indie arcade-style "shmup" (shoot 'em up) and farming hybrid game. Developed by Wondoro LLC and published by indie.io, after the release, the game is especially notable for its "non-violent" approach to the bullet-hell genre, focusing on restoration rather than destruction. From Dust to Carrots: How Air Hares Reimagines the Arcade Shooter  ...

The official demo for BlazBlue Entropy Effect X has been released, giving players an early opportunity to experience the next evolution of the long-running BlazBlue franchise. Available for free on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, the demo offers a hands-on look at the game’s core systems ahead of its full launch, positioning the title as one of the more ambitious 2D action roguelites currently in development. A new and exciting take on the series BlazBlue Entropy Effect X doesn't follow the traditional fighting...

Forza Horizon 5 continues to stand tall as one of the most enjoyable arcade driving games available, even years after its launch. The game drops players into a bright, open-world version of Mexico that feels full of life and movement. Wide highways, dusty dirt roads, lush jungles, and busy towns all blend together into a map that encourages exploration. Whether you are racing at top speed or simply cruising to enjoy the view, the world feels inviting and fun to...