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AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 benchmark beats 9950X3D with massive 192MB L3 cache
Jan 20, 2026, 04:00
manhkbrady
Hardware News
AMD’s Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 is nearing retail, featuring a record-breaking 192MB of L3 cache that could solidify its position as the world's best gaming CPU.
A benchmark has emerged for the anticipated AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2, a rumored dual-X3D Zen 5 processor. This CPU effectively features two of the faster X3D CCDs, doubling the design of the upcoming Ryzen 7 9850X3D to establish a new Zen 5 flagship.
While the Ryzen 9 9950X3D has AMD's X3D V-Cache on only one of its 8-core CCDs, the 9950X3D2 includes 3D V-Cache on both CCDs. This configuration results in a massive 192 MB of total L3 cache (96...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Monster Hunter Wilds DLC Bug Sparks Performance Debate
Jan 16, 2026, 15:22
Daniel-D
Gaming News
Monster Hunter Wilds faces backlash as PC performance improves with DLC ownership, revealing a major optimization flaw.
Monster Hunter Wilds has recently faced backlash from PC players due to a strange performance issue linked to downloadable content ownership. Reports suggest that the game runs significantly better when all available DLC is owned or installed, leading to widespread confusion and frustration within the community. What initially sounded like a joke quickly became a serious discussion about optimization and design flaws.
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Elden Ring Nightreign update buffs weak characters and improves balance
Jan 16, 2026, 13:39
AlexP
Gaming News
A new Elden Ring Nightreign update buffs weaker characters, smooths difficulty, and improves balance for solo and co-op runs.
A new update has arrived for Elden Ring Nightreign, and it brings welcome changes aimed at making the game feel more fair and enjoyable for a wider range of players. The patch focuses mainly on improving characters that were seen as weak choices, following weeks of feedback from players who felt forced to pick only a few strong options to survive longer runs.
One of the biggest changes in this update is a general boost to several underused characters. These characters...
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Hytale’s early access launch took over Twitch and the internet
Jan 16, 2026, 13:25
AlexP
Gaming News
Hytale’s early access launch drew huge Twitch crowds, sparked player count rumors, and showed how different it really is from Minecraft.
When Hytale finally arrived in early access, it didn’t take long for it to dominate the conversation across the gaming world. After years of waiting, speculation, and trailers, the launch instantly turned into a major online event. One of the clearest signs of that hype came from Twitch, where Hytale became one of the most-watched games on the platform during its first days, pulling in hundreds of thousands of viewers as streamers and players rushed to see what the game...
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GTA 5 mods go official as Rockstar launches a creator marketplace
Jan 14, 2026, 17:37
AlexP
Gaming News
Rockstar launches an official mod marketplace for GTA 5, letting select creators sell custom content with more planned later.
Rockstar Games has officially taken a big step into the world of creator-driven content by launching an official user-generated content marketplace for mods. This new system allows approved creators to sell their work in a more structured and supported way, instead of relying on unofficial websites or private deals. It marks a clear change in Rockstar’s long-standing relationship with modding and shows a growing interest in turning community creativity into a long-term part of its ecosystem.
For now, this marketplace is...
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Diablo IV introduces "The Tower" and leaderboards beta
Jan 14, 2026, 15:00
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
Players can now test their skill in a new dungeon and compete against others for the first spot in global leaderboards.
Blizzard Entertainment has released a major update for Diablo IV, unveiling The Tower, a challenging multi-level dungeon, alongside a beta version of global leaderboards. The update, part of Patch 2.5.2 and available as of January 12, 2026, is designed to enhance competitive play and offer players a new activity during the Season of Divine Intervention.
A High-Stakes Dungeon and Leaderboards Return
The Tower is a timed, multi-floor dungeon that emphasizes speed, efficiency, and tactical gameplay. Players navigate floors packed with challenging enemies, collecting...
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Phasmophobia prepares for a massive 2026 as version 1.0 draws closer
Jan 13, 2026, 22:16
Rine Ikarus
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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An early look at Quarantine Zone: The Last Check and its growing buzz
Jan 12, 2026, 15:54
AlexP
Gaming News
A look at Quarantine Zone: The Last Check, an indie game mixing tense choices, survival gameplay, and strong early community praise.
Over the past few years, many players have started paying more attention to indie games, especially those that offer fresh ideas and strong atmosphere. Titles like Schedule 1 have shown that smaller projects can become very successful when they focus on tense gameplay and clear concepts. These games often rely on simple mechanics, strong themes, and player choice rather than flashy graphics or huge worlds. This growing interest has opened the door for more indie games to stand out...
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This Week's Video Game Releases - January 2026 (Week 3)
Jan 12, 2026, 11:30
Fyra Frost
New Game Releases
A new week begins with several exciting releases ahead, even though big AAA titles are not on the horizon yet.
The mid-January release schedule for 2026 reflects a slower, more measured start to the year for the video game industry. Rather than blockbuster launches, the week ahead highlights a range of indie and mid-sized productions spanning management simulations, narrative adventures, role-playing games, and psychological horror. For players willing to look beyond traditional AAA offerings, the coming days provide several noteworthy releases.
January 12 - 18 releases
Arriving on January 13, Magic Forge Tycoon opens the week with a focus on strategy...
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