PCGamesN Monday, November 20, 2023 7:45 AM  Although we're likely some way off the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5000 launch, a steady stream of rumors and speculation is appearing online. The latest leak suggests the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 will be compatible with DisplayPort 2.1 technology. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: GeForce RTX 4060 review, DLSS explained, Best graphics cards |
PCGamesN Monday, November 20, 2023 7:33 AM  Half-Life is officially 25 years old. You might need a moment to absorb that - one of the greatest shooters of all time, which introduced the world to Black Mesa, Gordon Freeman, and the greatest NPC scientists in history, launched a full quarter of a century ago. To take away the sting, Valve has released a slew of new Half-Life material, including an updated version of the original game, restored cut characters and features for Half-Life Deathmatch, and a lot more. But there's one version of Half-Life that has just been airbrushed from history. As the FPS hits its silver anniversary, Valve has just delisted one iteration from Steam forever. Continue reading Half-Life's most controversial version has been delisted by Valve MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Whatever happened to Half-Life 3?, Best old games, Best FPS games |
PCGamesN Monday, November 20, 2023 7:58 AM  If you're after VPN deals, you'll be glad to know that many reputable VPN providers, such as Surfshark, PureVPN, and NordVPN, like to get new customers on board with special discounts. The cheapest of these plans works out as little as $1 per month. For your convenience, we've gathered together ten deals on some of the best VPN services for you to peruse. Every service is slightly different, so we've given a small overview of what each provider can give you, along with the details of the cheap VPN deals they're currently providing. As we're in the midst of the sale season, we've highlighted a selection of particularly lucrative Black Friday deals just below. Continue reading Black Friday VPN deals for cheap internet privacy 2023 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
PCGamesN Monday, November 20, 2023 7:22 AM  The FFXIV pizza emote controversy looks to be finally coming to an end, as Square Enix has released the eat pizza emote onto the MMO store two years after the GrubHub limited-time event saw many players buying meals only to be told they won't be getting the emote. Continue reading You can finally buy FFXIV's controversial pizza emote for $7 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best MMOs, FFXIV Island Sanctuary guide, FFXIV Island Sanctuary animals list |
PCGamesN Monday, November 20, 2023 6:57 AM  When is the MW3 Season 1 release date? The latest installment in the Call of Duty series is upon us already, and hordes of fans are already getting involved in chaotic multiplayer mayhem. While there's a lot to learn in the first few days of any new Call of Duty game, impatient players are already asking when they can expect to see seasonal content drops. Historically, the first season of modern Call of Duty games usually arrives about one month after the main game's release. Last year's MW2 was released on October 28, while season 1 followed on November 16 just two and half weeks later. Sure, there's plenty to keep you busy without the need for additional content, but once you've no-lifed the Modern Warfare 3 campaign and started to get to grips with the best MW3 guns, there's nothing better than starting work on the latest Modern Warfare 3 battle pass. Here's what we know about the Modern Warfare 3 season 1 release date window. Continue reading MW3 Season 1 release date window, modes, and more details MORE FROM PCGAMESN: MW3 guns, MW3 review, MW3 loadouts |
PCGamesN Monday, November 20, 2023 6:51 AM  When is the new Warzone season? There have been many changes to Warzone over the years; new maps drop with semi-regularity and new weapons are released with each new season, but this season of Warzone promises to shake things up quite dramatically. Not only do we get a new playground, but fundamental changes to how the game plays. Exciting stuff. The battle royale game will receive a considerable update during season 1, and we have all the information available right now so you can be as prepared as possible when the time comes. Warzone is set to make a resurgence, and we're ready. From a new map to new, more responsive movement abilities, here is everything coming with Warzone season 1. Continue reading Warzone season 1 release date window, new map, and latest news MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Warzone loadouts, Best AR in Warzone , The best guns in Warzone |
PCGamesN Monday, November 20, 2023 6:58 AM  Where can you find Minecraft axolotl? There's more to axolotl in Minecraft than just finding them. After all, what's your plan once you do find one? Without that knowledge, tracking down the elusive critters is a bit of a waste of energy. By learning not only how to find them, but tame and breed them as well, you'll make the most out of one of the game's newer critters. If you've decided to play Minecraft purely to track down axolotl, there's a lot more you'll need to know before even attempting to make your way to the correct biome. If you're looking for ways to customize your axolotl's environment, we have Minecraft seeds and Minecraft mods ready to help you out. Continue reading Minecraft axolotl guide – how to find, breed, and tame MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Minecraft seeds, Minecraft skins, Minecraft mods |
PCGamesN Monday, November 20, 2023 7:19 AM  Looking for the best Witcher 3 mods? With popularity still not waning, The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt has been updated time and again, with the latest being a next-gen update that was released on December 13, 2022, adding Ray Tracing, performance upgrades, and a new photo mode. If that's not enough to refresh the gameplay for you and inspire another playthrough of one of the best RPG games, nay, one of the best PC games of all time, then there are still plenty of Witcher 3 mods to shake things up instead. CDPR has even gone to the trouble of making this list of which of the most popular mods are compatible with the new update. Modding is now a fairly simple process and can be done with ease once you know how. As always, exercise caution when downloading and installing anything on your computer. Continue reading The best Witcher 3 mods 2023 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The Witcher 3 mods, The Witcher 4 news, Witcher 3 system requirements |
PCGamesN Monday, November 20, 2023 6:15 AM  The best Steam Deck screen protector will keep your handheld gaming PC scratch and smash-free. The Steam Deck is often played on the go, which means it finds itself in more hazardous environments than a typical gaming PC machine. You can't always keep your pocket rocket in a Steam Deck Case, and it deserves protective measures to keep its 7-inch screen clean and pristine. A screen protector acts as a sacrificial barrier that will prevent any nasties from causing any lasting harm to your Deck's display. The process of choosing the best Steam Deck screen protector is more nuanced than you might think. Valve opted to include an exclusive etched anti-glare screen on its 1TB Steam Deck OLED model, which means that buying any old screen protector is out of the question, as most will only reintroduce reflections to your gaming experience. Luckily for you, we've found the best Steam Deck screen protectors made specifically for the device. We picked these options by considering their value for money, durability, and features, as well as testing out several over the years ourselves. When you're looking for your screen protector, be sure to check its hardness rating, whether it is glossy or anti-glare, any extra features such as applicators, and whether it fits any existing Steam Deck accessories or a Steam Deck dock. Continue reading Best Steam Deck screen protector in 2023 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming mouse, Best gaming monitor |
PCGamesN Monday, November 20, 2023 6:05 AM  As the sun sets on Busan and League of Legends Worlds 2023 ends in a swift T1 victory, all feels somewhat right with the world. However, despite his inspirational grind to glory, T1 support Ryu 'Keria' Min-seok has revealed that he, unfortunately, can't celebrate his win with a skin for the champion he really wants. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: LoL Champions, League of Legends patch 13.22, League of Legends tier list |
PCGamesN Monday, November 20, 2023 5:51 AM  Epic Games is addressing the rough launch of Fortnite age ratings for creative islands and skins, saying it has a few options in the works for a big upcoming event - likely Chapter 5 - after the rollout of the new protective feature saw a large number of premium paid outfits unwearable in an array of experiences with the battle royale game. Continue reading Fortnite skin age ratings "didn't hit the mark," Epic admits MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Fortnite Chapter 4 map - key locations, Fortnite skins, All Fortnite Chapter 4 weapons |
PCGamesN Monday, November 20, 2023 5:50 AM  The Lethal Company Steam player record keeps rising and rising, as the indie hit with nail-biting, sci-fi co-op elements takes the horror world by storm. Already boasting a big 10/10 rating on Valve's storefront, Lethal Company is fast becoming one of the breakout hits of 2023. Now, it's set a brand-new concurrent player record, breezing past the likes of Dead by Daylight, Phasmophobia, and The Forest to become one of the most popular horror games in Steam history. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best co-op games, Best horror games, Best indie games |
PCGamesN Monday, November 20, 2023 5:54 AM  November 20, 2023: Added Frosty Flights, which was added as part of the V27.10 update to the Fortnite Season OG map. What does the Fortnite map look like? It's back to the original island for the newest and shortest season, and that means we're speeding through several realm-altering changes as the weeks go by. Season OG is a lively throwback to Fortnite's origins, and fans are eager to see what'll change in the near future. As the battle royale game is constantly in flux, everything in this guide probably will change throughout the season. This goes also for the many Fortnite weapons, which throughout the Season 5 to Season X period in Chapter 1 went through some wild times. So, pull up a chair, and perhaps a tissue to catch those nostalgic tears of joy, as we go through the changes to come to the Fortnite map in Season OG. Continue reading Fortnite Chapter 4 Season OG map and how to find hot spots MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Fortnite Chapter 4 map - key locations, Fortnite skins, All Fortnite Chapter 4 weapons |
PCGamesN Monday, November 20, 2023 5:53 AM  November 20, 2023: Added the current list of available and unvaulted weapons as of the V27.10 update of Season OG. What are the new Fortnite weapons? We're returning to where it all began with the start of Fortnite Season OG. According to the leaks, it seems that we'll be speeding through Seasons 5 to X with all the updates to the map, meaning that weapons that were in those seasons are coming back from the vault. Once you're done fawning over the sight of the original Fortnite map, you should probably brush up on what Fortnite weapons are now available for the battle royale game. This includes all the exotic weapons sold by Fortnite NPCs, and even some new items that can help you greatly when it comes to sprinting across the island towards safety. Continue reading New Fortnite weapons – all the guns in Season OG MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Fortnite Chapter 4 map - key locations, Fortnite skins, All Fortnite Chapter 4 weapons |
PCGamesN Monday, November 20, 2023 5:43 AM  What's on sale in the League of Legends Mythic shop? New skins for LoL are released all the time, with a new event arriving on the Rift every few weeks, but what happens if you missed the boat with that awesome KD/A Evelynn skin, or if you've seen a Hextech skin in a game of Summoner's and want to bag it for yourself? The Mythic shop is a special storefront in the free PC game that stocks rare skins, wards, chromas, and essence. These cosmetic items aren't available for real-world money, either, as they can only be purchased with Mythic Essence, so no more worrying about how much you've spent in League of Legends. The stock held in this store is rotated regularly, with some skins becoming unavailable for months, so it's best to keep up to date on what's on sale in the League of Legends Mythic store. Continue reading League of Legends Mythic shop November – what's on sale? MORE FROM PCGAMESN: LoL Champions, League of Legends patch 13.22, League of Legends tier list |
PCGamesN Monday, November 20, 2023 5:37 AM  Popping the best microSD card for Steam Deck into Valve's handheld gaming PC opens up a world of possibilities, regardless of which model you've gone for. After all, even the 512GB version will only just fit Call of Duty: Warzone, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Assassin's Creed: Valhalla before it struggles with storage. Fortunately, there's no need to swap out the SSD for a bigger one, as it's pretty easy to expand the storage with an affordable microSD card, whether you're sporting the Steam Deck OLED, or one of the older LCD models. If you're using one of the best Steam Deck cases, you might need to remove it first. Then simply pop open the slot on the bottom of your Steam Deck and add up to 1TB, or even 1.5TB of storage from Samsung, SanDisk, or Lexar. To help you expand your on-the-go Steam library of the best Steam Deck games, we've picked out the best microSD cards for Steam Deck in 2023. Using the handheld PC's memory card slot could even save you some money, meaning you'll be able to pick up more of the best Steam Deck accessories or a Steam Deck dock to create a perfect portable setup. Continue reading Best microSD card for Steam Deck 2023 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
PCGamesN Monday, November 20, 2023 5:03 AM  There are a lot of Slime Rancher 2 slimes to get to know, with new slime variants joining returning favorites in the colorful farming sim. There's a lot to know about all of them, including what they eat, where they can be found, and how much you can earn from their plorts as you seek to explore this mysterious new land. Of course, in a game called Slime Rancher, the most important thing is wrangling slime. Yes, there are other aspects to the simulation game: the gorgeous map, important research, and exciting inventions, but before any of that, you need to know about Rainbow Island's blobby residents. It's your job, after all. Rarer slimes produce more valuable plorts, thus earning you more Newbucks to help with upgrading the conservatory and so on, so here's every Slime Rancher 2 slime and what you need to know about them. Continue reading All Slime Rancher 2 slimes, where to find them, and what they eat MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best life games, Best farming games, All Slime Rancher 2 slimes |
PCGamesN Monday, November 20, 2023 7:28 AM  Black Friday has become one of the biggest retail events around the world. If you're looking for this year's best Black Friday PC gaming deals we've listed our favorite picks below on laptops and pre-built PCs, plus all the accessories you need like headsets, mice, and storage. Although Black Friday is officially November 24, Early Black Friday deals have started at Amazon, Lenovo, Best Buy, and Walmart. We'll be updating this page all week as soon as new deals come in. If you don't have time to browse, click through the quick links below to go straight to your favorite retailers and brands, shop and save on PC gaming gear. Continue reading Best Black Friday PC gaming deals 2023: save MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
PCGamesN Monday, November 20, 2023 4:51 AM  What is the best MW3 MCW 6.8 loadout? The gunsmith system from Modern Warfare 2 makes its way to MW3, giving players a range of attachments to design the weapon of their dreams. Marksman rifles are the most customizable weapons in the Call of Duty series, turning a long-range rifle into a weapon designed for close-range combat. Our Modern Warfare 3 MCW 6.8 loadout takes the marksman rifle and transforms it into an assault rifle. We also have the best MCW loadout which genuinely is one of the best assault rifles in the game, but the MCW 6.8 gives you a harder-hitting weapon in a familiar body. Without these specific attachments, the MCW 6.8 wouldn't crack our list of the best MW3 guns. Give this heavily customized MCW 6.8 a try to destroy enemies on the battlefield. Continue reading Best MW3 MCW 6.8 loadout MORE FROM PCGAMESN: MW3 guns, MW3 review, MW3 loadouts |
PCGamesN Monday, November 20, 2023 4:32 AM  The best gaming laptop can give desktops a run for their money, with the added conveniences of better portability and a built-in display. However, for all the similarities these clamshell computers share with tower PCs, they have a number of unique quirks you need to be aware of before buying on. So, whether you're in the market for a desktop replacement or a mighty micro machine, we're here to help. The latest laptops pack Nvidia GeForce RTX 40 or AMD Radeon RX 7000 series graphics, alongside AMD Ryzen 7000 and 13th Gen Intel Core processors, all of which will handily run the latest games. Just note that higher-spec models will typically run hot and loud under full load, as the components inside them pull the most power and so require more active cooling. While battery life is understandably an important consideration when buying a gaming laptop, you'll get the most performance out of one by having it plugged in. This is true at every price point, from the best budget laptops to the most expensive. Generally, the most critical specs will be your GPU and CPU, as the majority of models feature upgradeable RAM and SSD storage. There are other factors like a laptop's screen that also greatly impact the experience of using it, with resolution, refresh rate, and panel type all affecting usability in their own ways. Some even feature dual-mode displays, as seen in our Razer Blade 16 (2023) review. We're constantly testing the latest models and adjusting our list here accordingly, so be sure to read our reviews for each entry. Continue reading Best gaming laptop 2023 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
PCGamesN Monday, November 20, 2023 4:23 AM  Is Assassin's Creed Nexus canon? The first big test in VR for Ubisoft's flagship franchise, Assassin's Creed Nexus has a lot to live up to given the series' history. When looking at the narrative in Nexus, it would be easy for Ubisoft to distance the game from the canon it's created so far, but is that the case? After proving itself to be one of the best VR games of the year, we can confirm that Assassin's Creed Nexus is canon to the wider Assassin's Creed universe. The original stories, following three fan-favorite assassins, are a faithful continuation of each of their legacies. Each story considers everything that has happened to each assassin up to the time that we joined them and leaves no plotholes to be exploited. Continue reading Is Assassin's Creed Nexus canon? MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best VR games, Assassin's Creed Mirage release date, Best stealth games |
PCGamesN Monday, November 20, 2023 4:03 AM  How do you carry metal through a Lethal Company lightning storm? It's a sensible question to ask - even if it's asking for trouble. In this survival game, you are tasked with grabbing items and getting them back to your ship to sell them for cash. You've got limited time, so you might have no choice but to traverse through harsh conditions. Once you've chosen which moon to land on in the space game, you must leave your ship in search of valuable goods - it's your job to meet the company's profit goals, after all. With a name like Lethal Company though, you know this game isn't going to be easy. Not only may you need to get metal through a lightning storm, but you might also be asking how to survive Lethal Company Manticoils, among the many other creatures waiting for you when you land. Continue reading How to carry metal in a lightning storm in Lethal Company MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best co-op games, Best horror games, Best indie games |
PCGamesN Monday, November 20, 2023 5:54 AM  What are the best free PC games? Whether you're broke or just frugal, free is a price point that appeals to everybody's purse. No matter your genre of choice, it turns out that zero can buy you quite a lot in the F2P game world, and even beloved classics are available at the steepest possible discount. We've collated the top free games on PC that are guaranteed to deliver a near-endless stream of complementary entertainment. All you need to spend is your time. From cultural landmarks like Fortnite to all-time greats like Team Fortress 2, some entries on this list can easily make our list of the best PC games of all time. In no particular order, here are the best free games on PC. Continue reading The best free PC games MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 20, 2023 7:52 AM  Armored Core 6: Fires Of Rubicon is already pretty damn cool as is, what with the giant mechs zooming about and making things go boom. But now imagine two (or more) mecha-besties zooming about and making things go boom together. Cooperatively. That's what one upcoming Armored Core 6 mod aims to enable, and it's coming from the modder who brilliantly implemented co-op in both Elden Ring and Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 20, 2023 7:43 AM  Black Friday is upon us, dear readers, and by all accounts, this year's sale is meant to be a pretty good one for PC gaming hardware, so let us help you navigate the trauma of endlessly navigating several different price-checking sites to bring you the best Black Friday deals from across the internet. Together with our hardware editor James, I'll be manning our Black Friday liveblog this week, bringing you rolling coverage of the stuff we think is worth highlighting as it happens, from great deals on new microSD cards for your Steam Deck to the best discounts on graphics cards, SSDs and more. James will also be regularly updating our dedicated Black Friday hub pages (linked below) with all the best deals if you're looking for something more specific. For now, though, read on below to see the best Black Friday deals we've spotted so far, and if you spot a good one of your own you want to share, please do let us know in the comments! |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 20, 2023 6:52 AM  Every weekend, indie devs show off current work on Twitter's #screenshotsaturday tag. And every Monday, I bring you a selection of these snaps and clips. This week, I bring you not just screenshots but a screenshot of an options menu too, so I'll hear no more griping about all the videos thank you very much. Hop on in to admire automative combat, cool platforming, an infinite city, and more attractive and interesting indie games. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 20, 2023 6:31 AM  Capcom have announced a showcase for November 28th to delve into Dragon's Dogma 2, a sequel to their oddball fantasy RPG from 2012. That's exciting news to me, since the original's small-person-climbs-big-monster combat was pure fun to simply watch. Doing the actual monster-stabbing was even better, though, and thankfully the sequel's release date doesn't seem that far off if a videogame ratings board is to be believed (accidental ratings boards leaks being the way many release dates are revealed these days). |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 20, 2023 3:14 AM  Want to get the best value gamepad for PC? Microsoft's Xbox Wireless Controller is down to £39 at Amazon UK, a great price for a controller that is widely supported in PC games, with Bluetooth, 2.4GHz Xbox wireless and USB-C connectivity. These controllers also work on Xbox Series and One consoles, and plenty of phones and tablets too. A wide range of colours are available too - I spotted white, purple, red, lime and blue options all available at £40 or below. I also spotted a similar deal on Amazon USA, with the price dropping to $45 on some colourways. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 20, 2023 2:55 AM  The Logitech G Pro Wireless was one of the first mice to kick off the ultralight trend, offering incredible agility, bulletproof Lightspeed wireless and high-end components at under 80 grams. Its successor, the G Pro X Superlight, is even lighter at 63g with a refined shape and even better specs, resulting in its adoption by a huge percentage of active esports pros and competitively-minded amateurs alike. Today the Superlight model is down to £90 on Amazon UK versus its normal £140, a £50 discount that means it's a great time to see why this mouse is so popular - and one of my all-time favourites. |
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Gamer Empire Monday, November 20, 2023 3:22 AM Whether reviving dead herbs on farming runs or freezing multiple combatants in place, mages of Old School RuneScape rely on using runes to cast their spells! That being said, since their magic spans dozens of different runes, wizards are constantly trying to find ways to preserve inventory space, either by using elemental staffs or using […] |
Gamer Empire Monday, November 20, 2023 2:58 AM Clans allow players to group up and complete a wide variety of activities together, from bossing to skilling and everything in between! Clans have always been a staple to group content in Old School RuneScape, further enhanced with Clan Halls being added to the game in May 2021. Recommended Read: How to Organize Bank in […] |
Pivotal Gamers Monday, November 20, 2023 3:29 AM What's up folks? Giveaway Of The Day holds a new giveaway for Falco Totem Destroyer. Read on for their offering. Falco Totem Destroyer is available as a Giveaway of the day!You have limited time to download, install and register it. A few words about Falco Totem Destroyer Fun physics puzzle! The goal of each level is to sacrifice the Totem of Gluttony, which, according to the shamans, will d... |