Nov 28, 19:00


Kotaku Sunday, November 28, 2021 6:45 PM
    

In 2019, the source code for Super Mario 64 was reverse engineered, leading to all kinds of wonderful mods and even ports to systems like the Dreamcast and PlayStation 2. Now it's Ocarina of Time's turn.

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Kotaku Sunday, November 28, 2021 5:30 PM
    

As Black Friday shopping season in the US passes and December begins, the end of the year slowdown starts. This week is mostly smaller titles and ports.

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Kotaku Sunday, November 28, 2021 3:15 PM
    

Battlefield 2042 isn't having a great launch. Between bugs, a lack of content, and other problems, including the surprise release of Halo Infinite's free multiplayer, Dice and EA's big shooter is in the news for all the wrong reasons. And now, it seems more players on Steam want to go farming than shooting, as the…

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Kotaku Sunday, November 28, 2021 12:15 PM
    

It appears that over the Black Friday shopping period, it wasn't the Switch or PS5 that was selling like hotcakes, but instead, the less powerful Xbox Series X sibling, the $300 Xbox Series S. This is likely due to a few factors including its price and its availability on retail sites like Amazon.

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PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 3:23 PM
     The HP Omen 27i 1440p gaming monitor has a 165Hz IPS panel that's 31% cheaper

Finding the perfect monitor for your gaming PC can be a chore, as the market is abundant with panels of all shapes, sizes, and specs. While the best gaming monitors often feature resolutions beyond 4K, it's important to consider whether you need something with slick refresh rates and minimum response times. However, HP's Omen 27i is a screen that covers all bases, and thanks to Cyber Monday, it's now available for less.

Over on Best Buy, the HP Omen 27i has $160, bringing it down from $509.99 to $349.99. While 4K gaming is all the rage, this gaming monitor's 1440p resolution and 165Hz strikes a perfect balance between resolution and refresh rate. The Omen 27i also features a 1ms response rate, making it perfect for FPS games like Call of Duty: Warzone.

The HP Omen 27i is buttery smooth, but it also boasts Freesync and Nvidia G-Sync compatibility, ambient lighting, and 178° viewing angles, all of which contribute to a comfortable viewing experience.

RELATED LINKS: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU

PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 3:00 PM
     The best Cyber Monday deals 2021 – gaming hardware gone cheap

It's that time of year again, where Cyber Monday deals plummet the price of sought-after goodies and fanciful technology, and the Cyber Monday 2021 sales are well and truly underway. Retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, Gamestop, and more are going head-to-head, leaving an eye-watering amount of discounts to choose from. Fortunately, we've rounded them up to make things easier for you.

Whether you're looking for a full-blown gaming system, a laptop to game on the go, or you're chasing the endless upgrades you can make to your gaming PC, there is plenty for everyone. You can even kit your setup out with a new keyboard, mouse, headset, monitor, or gaming chair and still have enough for some wall hangings. Don't tell the boss, but there are also several console discounts for the more Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo inclined, and even a few Apple products reduced in price.

If you're shopping on Amazon, it's worth considering a Prime subscription, as you can access deals 30 minutes early and get the items quicker with next-day delivery. Otherwise, stay tuned, as we'll continue updating this page throughout the extravaganza.

RELATED LINKS: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU

PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 3:21 PM
     Get the Razer Kiyo Pro for less than $100 with 50% off our favourite webcam

Webcams have become essential tools over the past two years, moving from a convenient, optional addition to your setup to a primary way we connect and communicate with our friends, fans, and colleagues. It can be difficult justifying the cost of a good one when you could invest that money in a new keyboard, mouse, or monitor, but with 50% off, the Razer Kiyo Pro makes a compelling case for why you should upgrade, and fast before the Cyber Monday deal ends.

Frankly, it's the best webcam you can buy right now. It packs good value for money even without a reduction, but the lens is an absolute steal when reduced by half price, offering 1080p resolution at 60fps for under $100. You can even enable high-dynamic resolution (HDR) for a much more representative contrast, provided you don't mind bumping things down to 30fps.

Alongside a crystal clear image and a buttery-smooth frame rate, the Razer Kiyo Pro's headline feature is its high-performance adaptive light sensor that's powered by STARVIS. This makes it superb in dimly lit rooms, although much like other cams on the market, you'll always get the most value when you pair it with good lighting.

RELATED LINKS: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU

PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 3:27 PM
     Upgrade your gaming PC audio with 50% off HP's Omen Blast headset

It's needless to say that PC games have never looked better, but high fidelity sound has become an important part of the experience. While audio solutions aren't hard to come by, the best gaming headsets aren't cheap, and it's not always easy to balance clarity and comfort. Thankfully, HP's Cyber Monday event includes the Omen Blast, a premium peripheral that isn't going to punish your bank account

Over on the HP store, the Omen Blast has 51% off, bringing its price down to a pleasing $28.99. Featuring 7.1 surround sound and 24-bit USB DAC, you won't have to spend a pretty penny to transform your PC audio. Better still, the Omen Blast also excels when it comes to audio capture, as its retractable mic is both uni-directional and boasts passive noise cancellation.

Unlike other USB headsets, the HP Omen Blast also features 3.5mm connectivity, so you won't have to switch things up when gaming on consoles and mobile. In fact, the Omen Blast's versatility means you could transform it into a wireless headset using a Bluetooth receiver, like the Fiio BTR3K.

RELATED LINKS: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU

PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 1:17 PM
     Unlike Gozer, Ghostbusters: The Video Game's multiplayer isn't ever coming back

Back when Ghostbusters: The Video Game - Remastered released in 2019 it was an entirely single-player experience, despite the original game shipping with a co-op multiplayer component. At the time, there was talk about releasing a multiplayer update later - however, two years later developer Saber Interactive has now finally confirmed that it's definitely not happening.

Ghostbusters: The Video Game released in June 2009 to fan acclaim, especially as it brought back the voices of all four Ghostbusters - Bill Murray, Dan Ackroyd, Ernie Hudson, and even Harold Ramis, who passed away shortly afterward. While the PC version was a little stripped down the PS3/360 versions featured a cooperative multiplayer mode.

Fans were hopeful that when the Remastered version was announced by Saber Interactive in 2019 it would bring back this multiplayer component, including to PC, the game shipped without it - due to finding multiple copies of the multiplayer code with no way to tell which was the final product. At the time, Saber said it was "in the process of evaluating the situation" and deciding whether to bring back the multiplayer as an update.


PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 12:41 PM
     Farming Simulator 22 has more players on Steam than Battlefield 2042

Going entirely by concurrent player count on Steam, Giants Software's Farming Simulator 22 is apparently a more popular game than EA's Battlefield 2042. Despite both games releasing within days of each other, the latest Farming Sim beats the latest Battlefield in several areas - and the differences are only growing.

Battlefield 2042 officially released on consoles and PC via Steam and Origin on November 19 and has had a rough launch. Our review noted that it had all the elements needed to be one of the best Battlefield games but was "many updates away from reaching its full potential". - it's currently rated 'Mostly Negative' on Steam.

Farming Simulator 22 released on November 22 for consoles and PC via Steam and Epic - and seems to have had a far smoother time, with a rating of 'Very Positive' on Steam. According to SteamDB, the peak concurrent player count for Farming Simulator 22 was 105,636 six days ago. Battlefield 2042's is just shy of this at 105,397 players nine days ago.


Twinfinite Sunday, November 28, 2021 5:56 PM
    

Today a press release announced the opening of a special temporary shop in Tokyo selling 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim merchandise aplenty.

The post 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim Getting Cute Merchandise Aplenty at Special Temporary Shop in Tokyo appeared first on Twinfinite.


Twinfinite Sunday, November 28, 2021 3:24 PM
    

Third-party developers continue to showcase upcoming add-ons for Microsoft Flight Simulator, including new videos and screenshots.

The post Microsoft Flight Simulator A32NX Airbus A320, Pilatus Porter, and Kota Kinabalu Get New Videos & Screenshots appeared first on Twinfinite.


Twinfinite Sunday, November 28, 2021 2:20 PM
    

Microsoft just released two trailers dedicated to its massively-anticipated first-person shooter Halo Infinite.

The post New Halo Infinite Trailers Are Emotional & Epic appeared first on Twinfinite.


Siliconera Sunday, November 28, 2021 6:30 PM
    

The next character to join My Hero One's Justice 2 will be Present Mic. He will be the second character of the game's second Season Pass.

The post Next My Hero One's Justice 2 DLC Character is Present Mic appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Sunday, November 28, 2021 4:30 PM
    

Some character designs were also shared at a special live-streamed event.

The post Romancing SaGa Re;univerSe Manga Serialization Announced appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Sunday, November 28, 2021 3:00 PM
    

Sword Art Progressive: Aria of a Starless Night is well-handled movie that does a fantastic job of introducing both SAO and Asuna.

The post Sword Art Online Progressive is an Incredibly Accessible Movie appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Sunday, November 28, 2021 1:30 PM
    

Main antagonist Enrico Pucci will be voiced by veteran voice actor Tomokazu Seki.

The post JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Stone Ocean Opening Theme Revealed appeared first on Siliconera.

Nov 28, 13:00


Kotaku Sunday, November 28, 2021 12:15 PM
    

It appears that over the Black Friday shopping period, it wasn't the Switch or PS5 that was selling like hotcakes, but instead, the less powerful Xbox Series X sibling, the $300 Xbox Series S. This is likely due to a few factors including its price and its availability on retail sites like Amazon.

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Kotaku Sunday, November 28, 2021 10:45 AM
    

Hello! It's time for Kotaku's Sunday Comics, your weekly roundup of the best webcomics. The images enlarge if you click on the magnifying glass icon.

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PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 12:41 PM
     Farming Simulator 22 has more players on Steam than Battlefield 2042

Going entirely by concurrent player count on Steam, Giants Software's Farming Simulator 22 is apparently a more popular game than EA's Battlefield 2042. Despite both games releasing within days of each other, the latest Farming Sim beats the latest Battlefield in several areas - and the differences are only growing.

Battlefield 2042 officially released on consoles and PC via Steam and Origin on November 19 and has had a rough launch. Our review noted that it had all the elements needed to be one of the best Battlefield games but was "many updates away from reaching its full potential". - it's currently rated 'Mostly Negative' on Steam.

Farming Simulator 22 released on November 22 for consoles and PC via Steam and Epic - and seems to have had a far smoother time, with a rating of 'Very Positive' on Steam. According to SteamDB, the peak concurrent player count for Farming Simulator 22 was 105,636 six days ago. Battlefield 2042's is just shy of this at 105,397 players nine days ago.


PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 11:44 AM
     Half-Life 3 reportedly

Despite some reports floating around the internet, Half-Life 3 is still likely to not be in active development. However, Valve is rumoured to have other Half-Life projects in various stages of development - including an RTS/FPS co-op title designed "to best
showcase what the Steam Deck is capable of".

These details come via Valve News Network creator Tyler McVicker, who posted a new video on his YouTube channel detailing the various projects Valve has rumoured to be in development - with the most interesting being the project codenamed Citadel, an FPS/RTS co-op game described as "a nostalgia fest" and like "Left 4 Dead, Alien Swarm, an RTS and Half-Life all having a baby".

Citadel is also supposedly "being created with the Steam Deck in mind" due to how it's meant to be controlled. We got in touch with Tyler McVicker, who confirmed to us that he received his information through datamines of regularly-updated Valve software - Steam, DOTA2, etc - and he has been researching Citadel in particular "since early 2018".

RELATED LINKS: Half-Life 3: the entire story, Who should make Half-Life 3?, Half-Life 3 is now Project Borealis

PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 10:44 AM
     Take control with a Logitech wireless gaming mouse at 40% off this Cyber Monday

Woop, woop. You're on fire. You've been playing PUBG for hours, riding around on the new mountain bikes. "Bang, bang, losers," you shout, "I am the king of PUBG now." You'll be at the top of those leader boards before you know it. Surely no other player in history has ever had such a perfect streak? This is the greatest moment of your life. Nothing can go wrong and your brain is giving you more endorphins than you know what to do with. All of a sudden, your mouse freezes and you lose all control. No. NO. The other players dive on you like vultures on a dying buffalo. The dream is dead. Does that sound familiar? If so, maybe it's time to invest in a new wireless gaming mouse - and with 40% off the Logitech G305 Lightspeed mouse this Cyber Monday, there's no time like the present.

So why's it called 'Lightspeed'? Well, it gives you a lag-free gaming experience with a super fast 1ms report rate for competition-level performance. You'll have complete control while you're playing and as it's wireless, you can enjoy an unrestricted range of movement. Plus, its next generation HERO Sensor delivers up to 10 times the power efficiency of previous generations of Logitech gaming mice. This sensor gives you 400IPS precision and 12,000DPI sensitivity.

If you're someone who enjoys really long gaming sessions, you'll be happy to know that it has a fantastic battery life. Care to guess how many hours of continuous gameplay it can manage? 35? Nah. 75? Nope. 150? Still way off. The Logitech G305 Lightspeed wireless gaming mouse can actually manage a good 250 hours of continuous gameplay without diminishing its fantastic 1ms report rate. You want more than 250 hours? Well, all you need to do is switch the mouse over to endurance mode and now it can last nine months on a single AA battery, though it does reduce the mouse to an 8ms report rate.

RELATED LINKS: Best Cyber Monday gaming laptop deals, Best Cyber Monday gaming keyboard deals, Best Cyber Monday monitor deals

PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 10:30 AM
     Best CPU cooler Cyber Monday deals

The performance and temperature of your gaming PC go hand-in-hand, as the more you make it sweat, the slower it'll be. Pop a decent cooler on top of one of the best gaming CPUs, however, and you'll have a rig that's ready to run a marathon, whether you're crafting a top-of-the-line system or simply trying to get Halo Infinite to run at more than 60fps. Thankfully, while keeping things frosty can be pricey, there are plenty of CPU cooler deals to be found this Cyber Monday.

You have two core options when it comes to picking up a new CPU cooler. The traditional path is to go for an air cooler, which uses a large metal heatsink and fan to disperse heat. Some prefer the best AIO coolers, which run liquid through a closed-loop to keep things cool. These are much easier to install than a custom water-cooling build, and are far flashier than air cooling.

Whatever you opt for, you'll likely need to pair your cooling solution with a good set of fans. 120mm should do the trick, fitting inside most PC cases, and Antec has vibrant RGB-clad sets currently on offer.

RELATED LINKS: Best Cyber Monday gaming laptop deals, Best Cyber Monday gaming keyboard deals, Best Cyber Monday monitor deals

PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 10:16 AM
     DC Universe Online MMO's next-gen update may have been delayed to 2023

Daybreak and Dimensional Ink's DC Universe Online launched in January 2011, meaning the big DC Comics MMO is nearly 11 years old and is looking a bit outdated at this point. It has a visual upgrade in the works but unfortunately, the DC Universe Online next-gen update seems to have been delayed - all the way to 2023, in fact.

Last year, in the 2020 investor presentation for Enad Global 7 – the holding company that owns Daybreak – it was confirmed that both DC Universe Online and the other venerable MMO Daybreak runs, Lord of the Rings Online, would be receiving "visual and technical updates" for both "PC and next-gen consoles".

For DC Universe Online, this "revamp" was actually scheduled to arrive in Q4 2021 - which is just about now. However, according to Enad Global 7's recently released 2021 presentation, the big visual upgrade has been significantly delayed - and it seems like players won't be seeing the update until at least 2023, over a year late.


PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 10:19 AM
     Save 25% on this Elgato HD60 S+ gaming capture card for Cyber Monday

Whether you're a budding streamer or a veteran used to wowing audiences with your impressive runs of Dark Souls, getting the best capture card to suit your needs is a must. A great capture card can help lower the overhead on your hardware and help you boost your fps, making for a much sleeker, smoother recording or livestreaming experience. Now that Cyber Monday is in full swing, there's a great deal on an Elgato HD60 S+ capture card.

Best Buy's Cyber Monday sale has the card for a hearty 25% off, making it $149.99 right now, down from its original price of $199.99. The HD60 S+ lets you play all your favourite, high-fidelity PC games (or console games, for our friends on Xbox, PlayStation, and Switch) in 4K60fps HDR while getting some high quality capture - 1080p60fps HDR10 quality, in fact, which isn't shabby at all. There's a range of capture resolutions to chose from, from standard resolution (480p) up to 4K30fps.

The gadget connects easily to PCs and consoles through HDMI and it offers a range of options to let you improve the quality of your stream, and add some neat effects, too. It's also got a USB type-C port, which should make it easy enough to record footage to your hard drive, directly.

RELATED LINKS: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU

PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 9:55 AM
     Best Cyber Monday PC gaming deals on Amazon

Cyber Monday 2021 has already begun, and the internet is already abundant with bargains. Yet, while some shoppers like to dive into the sales headfirst, sometimes it's nice to just have everything you need in the one place. So, to save you time and money, we've rummaged through Amazon's vast storefront in search of the best deals to meet your PC gaming needs.

Whether you need to replace your old components or are simply looking to treat yourself, as you deserve, there are plenty of great deals to be had during Black Friday and Cyber Monday. So, rest assured, our deals have got you covered whatever you're looking for.

We've found the best prices available on Amazon for SSDs, gaming keyboards, mice, headsets, and monitors, all ready and waiting for you to kit out your setup. As much of a treasure trove as it can be, it's not the only storefront worth exploring. You can find great deals at the Razer Store too and Secretlab should have your gaming chair needs covered.

RELATED LINKS: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU

PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 9:47 AM
     Can New World win back MMO fans?

New World is far from the picture of health at the moment. Following a hugely successful launch and a peak of over 900,000 players at the start of October, the MMO's playerbase has steadily dropped away. According to Steamcharts, New World's concurrent player count has fallen to just 10% of its peak in less than two months - and the arrival of the first big gameplay patch, which includes the new Void Gauntlet weapon, has done little to stem the exodus.

On the contrary, baying Redditors and Steam reviewers amplify the chorus of disgruntled players with new posts each day. The immediate prognosis doesn't look good, and that's not for lack of intervention. The crisis response team at Amazon Game Studios has pushed out patches on a weekly basis, spun up a test server, and done a thorough job of communicating and explaining the issues they're facing; but it hasn't been enough.

I played New World for hundreds of hours in its first few weeks. I helped found a thriving guild and took part in my server's community. However, when I logged on a couple of weeks ago, I found my guild in tatters: the coffers were empty and our territories had been lost. Worse still, the Discord server for my New World faction had been deleted and the streamer who used to enthusiastically spam general chat had gone back to playing Yu-Gi-Oh. I was mostly there to hang out with people, so once my friends stopped playing, I did too.

RELATED LINKS: New World system requirements, New World beginner's guide, New World review

PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 10:30 AM
     Save $110 on the EVGA Z20 mechanical gaming keyboard this Cyber Monday

Whether you're an MMO fan, an FPS games fiend, a streamer, or you just love the sound of a mechanical keyboard clacking away as you tend your Stardew Valley crops, getting the best gaming keyboard for your needs can make a huge difference to the whole experience. Sure, we have you covered with our roundup of the best Cyber Monday gaming keyboard deals - but there's one particularly sweet saving to be had right now that you might not want to miss.

Best Buy has the EVGA Z20 RGB mechanical gaming keyboard on offer for an eye-watering $110 off right now - so, that's a hearty saving of 62% off of its regular price of $174.99. This 'board has optical mechanical switches, and boasts a 32-bit Arm Cortex-M33 core USB microprocessor as well as a 4,000Hz report rate, so it's a powerful little performer.

The keyboard's LK light strike optical mechanical switches make it "25% faster than traditional mechanical switches", as its Best Buy store page explains, too.

RELATED LINKS: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU

PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 10:53 AM
     Best Cyber Monday gaming laptop deals

While high-end gaming laptops were once only attainable by impossibly rich oligarchs, they're now surprisingly affordable, practical, and comparable to their tall, stout desktop counterparts. You can get gaming laptops capable of cranking out hundreds of frames per second in competitive shooters like CS:GO and Rainbow Six Siege, and some are even up to the task of ray tracing for the latest open-world games. The best part is that you don't even need to wait for Cyber Monday to get your hands on one cheaper than usual.

These being relatively whopping purchases, there are quite a few different features to consider when browsing for the right gaming laptop. With the GPU being one of the biggest factors in what your laptop will be able to run, and very few options for upgrading it later down the road, this is probably the main factor.

Do you want an entry-level, mid-range, or a high-end laptop capable of VR gaming? Of course, you also need to think about size, CPU, RAM, and storage size, as these are all tough - or impossible - to upgrade.

RELATED LINKS: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU

PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 10:26 AM
     Get 40% off the Razer Ornata Chroma gaming keyboard this Cyber Monday

Clickety-clack, clickety-clack - the sound of typing on a mechanical gaming keyboard is as satisfying as footsteps in deep, undisturbed snow. That recognisably loud click isn't just meant to be pleasing to the ears: mechanical keyboards are much more reactive than their membrane counterparts. If you've been toying with the idea of treating yourself to an upgrade, then the Razer Ornata Chroma mechanical gaming keyboard is now just $59.99 on Amazon for Cyber Monday.

The Razer Ornata Chroma keyboard boasts some pretty impressive features. As a hybrid mechanical keyboard, it uses high-performance mecha-membrane switches that manage to provide all the same tactile feedback that you get from a fully mechanical keyboard, while maintaining the soft-cushioned comfort feeling of membrane switches. It's a very durable piece of hardware, and has been designed to support up to 80 million key presses.

It's clear that comfort was a key consideration when this keyboard was designed. Not only does it have an built-in ergonomic wrist rest made of soft leatherette to stop your wrists from getting uncomfortable when you play for extended periods of time, but it also has fully programmable macro support, which enables you to remap all keys and keypress combinations for executing your own complex commands with a single key press.

RELATED LINKS: Best Cyber Monday gaming laptop deals, Best Cyber Monday gaming keyboard deals, Best Cyber Monday monitor deals

PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 9:02 AM
     Best Cyber Monday gaming mouse deals

We're at that time of year again, where the prices of gaming gear are laid on the chopping block, the axe is lowered, and we're left with discounts spilling out into a basket below. The crowd cheers. Gruesome imagery aside, the Cyber Monday sale might just be the perfect time of year to upgrade, and there are quite a few tempting gaming mouse deals primed and ready to go ahead of the big day.

So, what separates a gaming mouse from your everyday office clicker? After all, you've already broken free from the confines of a trackpad, what more could you possibly need? For a start, they can give you the edge in FPS games with better sensors and adjustable DPI, extra buttons when playing the best MMOs, or cut the cord so you don't get your wires crossed without wireless input lag.

Most other times of year, these features come at a premium price, but Razer, Logitech, and SteelSeries aren't waiting for the weekend to roll around. We suspect we'll see Corsair, Roccat, and HyperX join in on the fun by the time Cyber Monday lands on our doorstep, too, if you have your eye on a particular model.

RELATED LINKS: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU

PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 10:04 AM
     Best Cyber Monday gaming PC deals

If you're just getting started with PC gaming and aren't sure how to build a gaming PC, then prebuilt machines are a great place to start, with a large variety of available options sure to cater to your budget. Even veteran PC builders can benefit from a ready-made PC's convenience, as you don't have to search through compatibility lists or twiddle your thumbs for multiple component deliveries. We've put together a list of the best gaming PC Cyber Monday deals, whatever your previous experience, to help you level up your gaming performance.

Given how much gaming PCs can cost, it's important to understand what the most crucial components are for your gaming needs. For example, the best graphics cards are an absolute must if you're bagging yourself one of the best gaming monitors with 4K resolution and high refresh rates. However, if you're planning on streaming or video editing in addition to gaming, then you might want to consider making the best gaming CPU a high priority.

Then there are other niceties such as SSDs, which can offer improved loading times over hard drives, but you should consider how much storage space you require for all your games and those enormous Call of Duty: Warzone updates.

RELATED LINKS: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU

PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 10:44 AM
     Get 30% off Yeelight smart LED RGB light panels this Cyber Monday

As you slot in the last piece of the RGB puzzle that is your gaming PC, you turn it on and bask in its rainbow glory for a while, only to find that it doesn't quite feel complete. Attaching smart lights to your wall is a great way to complement your already colourful setup, and Cyber Monday is the perfect time to bag a discount. Right now, you can get 30% off all Yeelight smart light products.

The Yeelight smart LED light panels, are capable of displaying 16 million colours and support Razer's Chroma RGB software 'Game Sync' feature, which will allow the panels to enhance your gameplay experience by emitting colours relevant to the on-screen action. You can grab six panels, or a pack of 9, by clicking here.

They're more than just a pretty face, and can be controlled via Yeelight's smartphone app or by your assistant of choice, be they Alexa or Google. The panels like to boogie, too, and can provide your own light show while listening to your favourite tunes thanks to their 'Music Sync' feature.

RELATED LINKS: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU

PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 9:03 AM
     Best Cyber Monday gaming keyboard deals

Cyber Monday 2021 is here, and there are plenty of PC deals out in the wild. Of course, there are plenty of parts that probably deserve an upgrade, but if you had to put your money to one, we recommend grabbing the best gaming keyboard to complete your setup. Better be quick, though, because while some deals last the weekend depending on stock, others are fleeting and only available for the one day.

Why exactly should you get a gaming keyboard over the standard beige rectangle dossed around the workplace? Those everyday keyboards can only handle an average of two inputs at once, which can be problematic when you want to dodge, duck, dip, dive, and dodge out of your enemy's way, throw a grenade, and swap weapons in quick succession.

The benefits don't end there either, as gaming keyboards often come with faster response times, comfortable wrist rests, macro keys, media buttons, RGB lighting, a choice of different kinds of switches, and plenty more goodies, too.

RELATED LINKS: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU

PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 9:04 AM
     Best Cyber Monday gaming monitor deals

The humble gaming monitor has come a long way in the past few years, and now PC gamers are blessed with all sorts of options, from gorgeous IPS panels with sublime colours to curved displays that fully immerse you in your favourite game worlds. The best part is that you don't even need to wait until Cyber Monday to get your hands on a discounted gaming display.

For the competitively minded among you, you really can't afford to put off upgrading to one of the best gaming monitors with a high refresh rate. The difference between a 60Hz and 144Hz display is night and day, and you'll find the smoother picture will help you enter any gunfight in a game like CS:GO or Rainbow Six Siege with confidence. It doesn't matter how good your gaming PC is if you're still playing on a display with washed-out colours and a refresh rate that can't keep up with your framerate.

While the thriftiest of you might want to wait for Cyber Monday to get your hands on the best possible deals, there are plenty of discounts ahead of the November weekend.

RELATED LINKS: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU

PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 10:45 AM
     Save $250 on the HTC Vive Cosmos Elite VR gaming headset this Black Friday

The best VR games on PC offer experiences unlike any other, whether it's the hypnotic rhythms of Beat Saber or titles like Half Life: Alyx that challenge our expectations of what makes a great FPS game. Now is the best time to jump into virtual reality, as none of the best VR headsets are safe from Black Friday discounts - just like the HTC Vive Cosmos Elite.

HTC is often credited for leading the charge into premium, quality VR experiences, with its original HTC Vive VR headset. Fortunately, these high standards remain present in the HTC Vive Cosmos Elite - one of the best VR headset of 2021.

It features a sharp combined pixel resolution of 2880x1700 with LCD panels that minimise the dreaded 'screen-door effect'. Meanwhile, the headset's 90Hz refresh rate and support for field of views up to 110 degrees help to make your time in virtual reality as comfortable as possible, in addition to its adjustable Eye Comfort Setting and head strap.

RELATED LINKS: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU

PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 9:06 AM
     Best Cyber Monday SSD deals

You've come home from a long day and want to kick back with your favourite videogame, only to find out there's an update so big it can no longer fit on your device - yes, we're looking at you, Call of Duty. It sounds like you might need a new SSD, which doesn't have to cost as much as you think.

Games are constantly getting bigger, whether you're paying attention to the intricate graphical details or getting lost in their sprawling worlds as Rockstar, Bethesda, and Ubisoft all compete for the largest map possible. Even Call of Duty: Black Ops - Cold War barely fits on a 250GB drive with all game modes taking up a hefty 175GB.

Your first thought might be to buy a new hard drive, and you wouldn't be wrong in thinking they offer more capacity for a significantly lower price. But unless you want to spend more time hanging around on a loading screen than playing the game, you're better off with a good SSD to speed things up. There are even plenty of deals from WD, Samsung, and Crucial that rival what we'll see on Cyber Monday if you don't want to wait around.

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PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 10:46 AM
     Best Cyber Monday gaming headset deals

Cyber Monday 2021 is here, and the perfect time to pick up one of the the best gaming headsets. Wrapping your ears in a good paid of cans is just as important as a quality mouse or keyboard in your setup, allowing you to both communicate clearly with teammates, hear enemy footsteps across the map in shooters like Rainbow Six Siege or Call of Duty: Vanguard or just listen to music at night without upsetting the rest of your house.

They're not the cheapest piece of equipment in the world, particularly when you're looking for something high-end, but that all changes when you introduce heavy discounts. Thankfully, Cyber Monday is upon us and sales are in abundance to offer you great deals on a quality set of cans.

Whether you want to save money on a budget model that covers all the bases, or a premium option that suddenly has much more value, we've rounded up the best Cyber Monday gaming headset deals, with options from popular brands such as Razer, Logitech, and Corsair. Remember to keep checking back here, as there are more deals cropping up as we creep closer to the big day, but don't hang around either, as they're flying off the shelves.

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PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 10:46 AM
     Save up to $150 on Secretlab gaming chairs and gaming desks this Black Friday

There's little point having an all-powerful gaming PC if the entire time you spend using it is horribly uncomfortable, because of a subpar seating setup. Thankfully, Black Friday has pushed the price of gaming chairs down, with Secretlab offering up to $150 off its wide selection of seats and gaming desks that feature designs inspired by the best PC games and wider geek culture.

Secretlab reign supreme on our best gaming chairs list, with its Omega and Titan range, which are basically identical except their size and weight tolerance. You can grab these chairs in leatherette and fabric, or NAPA leather if your budget stretches far enough. However, you'll likely spend far longer deciding on what design your chair should have.

There's something for everyone, whether you want to rep your favourite esports team or showcase your love of a particular video game for all the world to see. In addition to looking premium, you can rest assured that these chairs will always have your back (pun intended), with a four-way L-Adapt lumbar support system and full-metal 4D armrests.

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PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 9:24 AM
     Best PC gaming deals at Best Buy this Cyber Monday

Black Friday may have passed, but Cyber Monday savings are already appearing at Best Buy. If you're savvy with sales, you'll know Best Buy has a bounty of bargains and deals, especially when it comes to gaming PC accessories and peripherals. However, just like physically rummaging through the sales, pinpointing the best deals online is somewhat of a chore, so we're here to help steer you towards all the best savings Best Buy has to offer.

You'll be able to find great deals on the tech trader's online site and if you're in the market for a new gaming monitor, you'll be pleased to know that there are already various discounted screens available from HP, LG, Samsung, and Asus.

Naturally, not everyone's looking to completely overhaul their gaming setup during the holidays. So, if it's just a new gaming keyboard or mouse you're after, you'll want to keep an eye out for Best Buy's Razer, HyperX, Logitech, and Corsair offers.

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PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 9:13 AM
     Best Cyber Monday gaming chair deals

Gaming chairs are arguably one of the most important parts of any gaming desk setup. Sure, finding the best gaming monitor, best gaming keyboard, and best gaming mouse during Cyber Monday might be more of a PC gaming priority, but ultimately, a reliable seat will help you stay in the game for longer. Of course, while ergonomics are important, there's no reason why you can't also be stylish and economical while purchasing a new gaming chair for your caboose this Cyber Monday.

Unlike traditional seats, there's a lot to consider when it comes to choosing a gaming chair. From premium materials to fancy features and customisation, ones designed for lengthy gaming sessions are worlds apart from their four-legged ancestors. Naturally, this also means that you'll need to consider various brands across a range of different price points.

If your current setup is subtle and efficient, you'll have no trouble finding a chair that screams practicality during Cyber Monday. However, if you're a fan of Razer, Corsair, and Logitech products, you'll also be able to stay faithful to the bold look of your favourite gaming PC brands.

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PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 7:54 AM
     Minecraft 1.18 adds

The new Minecraft 1.18 update is the big new Caves & Cliffs Part 2 expansion and it's releasing in just a couple of days, and now the team at Mojang has gone into more detail on how it will affect the player's current existing world - and how they will get to interact with the update's "dramatic" new features.

While the Caves & Cliffs Part 1 update dropped back in June and it was fairly simple in nature, merely adding a few new mobs such as goats and axolotls and new building materials like dripleaf and deepslate. Part 2 is releasing this Tuesday, November 30, and actually adds the caves and cliffs bit of its title.

While it's known that 1.18 will be adding some impressive new cave systems, the biggest question from fans was how the update would impact their current worlds. The Mojang team has now released a video explaining exactly this, and how a little exploration will go a long way.

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PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 9:14 AM
     Best Cyber Monday deals on gaming RAM

Cyber Monday 2021 is here, so why not pick up some new sticks of RAM? There aren't as many specifications to fuss over when picking out RAM deals compared to something like best gaming monitor, but your gaming PC won't get very far without a stick or four of good quality memory. In case you're new to all this PC gaming lark, RAM is your system's short-term memory, and you'll likely need at least 8GB of it in your system to run most modern games well.

While 8GB is the minimum we recommend for any gaming system, moving up to 16GB can help improve performance further, especially if you aim to run your games alongside a few Chrome tabs and Discord. Then there's the clock speed, which isn't too impactful on your game. The safest bet is to go for a 3,000MHz clock speed setup as a minimum.

Oh, and don't forget, there's a vital choice to be made when it comes to RGB lighting on your RAM. It seems like a ludicrous and unnecessary addition, but there's no quicker way to tell if you've properly clicked in your sticks than by an assault of flashing colours. Whatever your needs, you can rest assured that we've collected all the best Cyber Monday deals on gaming RAM right here.

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PCGamesN Sunday, November 28, 2021 9:17 AM
     The best Cyber Monday deals 2021 – gaming hardware gone cheap

It's that time of year again, where Cyber Monday deals plummet the price of sought-after goodies and fanciful technology, and the Cyber Monday 2021 sales are well and truly underway. Retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, Gamestop, and more are going head-to-head, leaving an eye-watering amount of discounts to choose from. Fortunately, we've rounded them up to make things easier for you.

Whether you're looking for a full-blown gaming system, a laptop to game on the go, or you're chasing the endless upgrades you can make to your gaming PC, there is plenty for everyone. You can even kit your setup out with a new keyboard, mouse, headset, monitor, or gaming chair and still have enough for some wall hangings. Don't tell the boss, but there are also several console discounts for the more Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo inclined, and even a few Apple products reduced in price.

If you're shopping on Amazon, it's worth considering a Prime subscription, as you can access deals 30 minutes early and get the items quicker with next-day delivery. Otherwise, stay tuned, as we'll continue updating this page throughout the extravaganza.

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Twinfinite Sunday, November 28, 2021 7:12 AM
    

Following the announcement for Japan of the Nintendo Switch version of 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim, Sega and the western arm of Atlus have confirmed that a western release is also coming.

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Twinfinite Sunday, November 28, 2021 6:33 AM
    

Today, during the livestream to celebrate the 2nd anniversary of the Japanese release13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim, a Switch port has been announced.

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Twinfinite Sunday, November 28, 2021 6:11 AM
    

Today Atlus announced that Vanillaware's 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim achieved a new sales milestone, passing 500,000 shipments.

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Siliconera Sunday, November 28, 2021 12:00 PM
    

It also means that the Feh Pass will be inaccessible on unsupported devices.

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Siliconera Sunday, November 28, 2021 10:30 AM
    

The full list of deals, including electronics and toys, is available from the Best Buy website.

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Siliconera Sunday, November 28, 2021 9:00 AM
    

Evercade VS is a fun little box of nostalgia, and needs an affinity for the old ways to be a great fit. But if that's you? It's worth a look.

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Siliconera Sunday, November 28, 2021 8:00 AM
    

13 Sentinels on one cartridge!

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Destructoid Sunday, November 28, 2021 11:45 AM
    

One of 2020's best games is Switching it up I have been singing the praises of 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim since I...

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