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Sony’s Pulse Elevate brings planar magnetic audio to PC gaming in November

19-Aug-2026, 1:00 pm manhkbrady Hardware News

Sony Interactive Entertainment has confirmed that PlayStation Pulse Elevate wireless speakers will launch on November 12, with pre-orders starting September 2.

Sony is finally putting a date on its long-awaited Pulse Elevate wireless speakers. First announced nearly a year ago with a vague 2026 launch window, the speakers will be available to pre-order from September 1 at 10 AM local time/10 AM ET in the US, with the full release following on November 12, 2026. The Pulse Elevate will cost $219.99 in the US, €219.99 in Europe, £199.99 in the UK, and ¥37,980 in Japan. So far, Sony hasn't indicated that...

ASUS launches high-end ROG controller with 8,000-Hz polling and TMR sticks

18-Aug-2026, 7:00 pm manhkbrady Hardware News

ASUS ROG is now selling the ROG Raikiri II Pro PC controller, featuring an 8,000Hz sampling rate, hot-swappable TMR joysticks, and a full-color display.

ASUS is giving PC gamers outside China a chance to get their hands on the high-end ROG Raikiri 2 Pro, bringing its enthusiast-focused controller to European markets after initially limiting the launch to China. Imported units have also begun making their way to US buyers, suggesting a broader international rollout could be on the horizon. The ROG Raikiri 2 Pro is now listed at €220 (around $255 / £163 ) across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Unlike the regular ROG Raikiri 2,...

Steam’s Pins & Pegs Fest rolls out great deals on pinball, bowling and more

18-Aug-2026, 11:00 am manhkbrady Hot Deals Ended

The Steam Pins & Pegs Fest has launched, offering major discounts across numerous genres.

Steam really does have a festival for just about everything. After events celebrating board games, trains, hidden objects, social deduction, typing, oceans and even horses, Valve is now turning its attention to pins, pegs and everything in between. The latest Steam Pins & Pegs Fest is now live, bringing discounts of up to 90% across hundreds of games and DLC. The event focuses on games featuring mechanics inspired by bowling, pinball, pachinko and similar arcade-style experiences. Valve has also paired the...

Sony’s physical game phase-out may help make the PS6 price more feasible

17-Aug-2026, 12:30 pm manhkbrady Hardware News

Rising next-generation hardware costs force Sony to keep its console business profitable without pricing out mainstream consumers.

Sony’s reported plans to phase out support for new physical PlayStation discs have sparked plenty of backlash, but one industry analyst believes the move was always likely to happen. With the PlayStation 6 potentially arriving with a price tag of around $1,000 / €860 / £740, Sony could use the extra revenue from digital games and PlayStation Plus to help subsidize its next-generation console. The shift away from physical games has understandably been criticized as another way for Sony to...

Intel could be preparing a cheaper Panther Lake chip for gaming handhelds

17-Aug-2026, 11:00 am manhkbrady Hardware News

Intel may not have finalized its current Arc G3 lineup for gaming handhelds, as the company could introduce additional SKUs tailored for entry-level devices.

Intel's handheld lineup could soon have a cheaper option. According to leaker Jaykihn, who has a pretty solid track record with Intel leaks, the company may be preparing a Panther Lake chip designed for handheld gaming with a "4+0+4+4" configuration. In plain English, that means four P-cores, no E-cores, four low-power E-cores, and four Xe3 graphics cores. That's a much smaller setup than the Arc G3 and G3 Extreme chips currently found in high-end handhelds such...

Build, manage and create with 10 games in Humble’s Built Differently Bundle

15-Aug-2026, 11:00 am manhkbrady Hot Deals Ended

Discover this 10-game collection featuring titles like Diplomacy is Not an Option, Drill Core, Frostpunk: GOTY Edition, and more.

Grab your hardhat, because Humble has just rolled out another bundle for anyone who loves building things, managing them, and inevitably watching all those carefully laid plans go completely sideways. The Humble Built Differently: Builder Games Bundle packs 10 builder-focused games into three price tiers, with a pretty nice mix of cozy, survival, strategy, and sandbox experiences. Starting at $7 / €5.95 / £5.18, you get three games that take a more laid-back approach to the genre. Gourdlets lets you...

Epic confirms Epic Games Store is working toward a Linux release "soon"

15-Aug-2026, 10:00 am manhkbrady Software News

Since the launch of the Valve Steam Deck, more developers are bringing their software to Linux gamers, and Epic Games is following suit.

Until now, getting storefronts like the Epic Games Store running on the Steam Deck has usually meant relying on community tools such as Heroic Games Launcher alongside Proton. That could soon become a thing of the past, as Epic Games has officially confirmed that a native Linux version of its PC launcher is in development. First reported by SteamDeckHQ, the confirmation came during an AMA hosted on the Epic Games Store's Discord server, where an Epic Games staff member revealed...

Warhammer fans can grab seven games in Green Man Gaming’s latest bundle

14-Aug-2026, 2:00 pm manhkbrady Hot Deals Ended

Featuring an array of seven titles across four distinct tiers, the newest Green Man Gaming bundle is fully loaded with Warhammer games.

Green Man Gaming is giving Warhammer fans another reason to expand their Steam libraries, with the new Warhammer Collection: Bolts & Blades now available. The bundle highlights just how wildly different Warhammer games can be, from co-op shooters and boomer shooters to massive strategy and tactical RPGs. Bringing together seven distinct titles from across Games Workshop's renowned universes, this PC gaming collection spans everything from deep, story-driven RPGs and tactical strategy to high-intensity shooters and visceral co-op melee battles - with four...

Epic Games Store is giving away the charming sci-fi game Caravan SandWitch

14-Aug-2026, 1:00 pm manhkbrady Free Games Ended

This title with a 'Very Positive' rating can be claimed at no cost through August 20.

It's giveaway time again on the Epic Games Store, giving PC gamers another week to grab a free game. Last week's Beacon Pines and We Were Here Together offers have now expired, and Caravan SandWitch has taken their place as the latest freebie. Developed by Studio Plane Toast, Caravan SandWitch is a combat-free open-world adventure set on the colorful, post-apocalyptic planet of Cigalo. You play as Sauge, a young woman who returns to her home planet after receiving...

Fanatical’s August 2026 Titanium Collection is loaded with 15 great games

13-Aug-2026, 7:00 pm manhkbrady Hot Deals

Discover a new wave of gaming excitement with Fanatical’s Build your own Titanium Collection!

Fanatical is back with another edition of its popular Titanium Collection, giving PC players 15 games to choose from across three different pricing tiers. As usual with the Build Your Own format, you can mix and match titles to create a bundle that suits your tastes, with better per-game prices available when you pick up more games. Craft a personalized collection of standout games tailored to your preferences. Ranging from cozy tavern simulation to intense survival horror, this top-tier bundle offers exceptional...

Microsoft adds fuel to Gears of War: E-Day hype with new Xbox controllers

13-Aug-2026, 6:00 pm manhkbrady Hardware News

With its striking black-and-red cracked aesthetic and the signature Crimson Omen, this controller makes an incredible collectible for any Gears enthusiast.

Gears of War: E-Day is getting closer, and Microsoft is giving fans another way to celebrate the upcoming Xbox exclusive with a pair of seriously cool controllers. Inspired by the game’s brutal aesthetic, the new Gears of War: E-Day Limited Edition Xbox Wireless Controller features a cracked black-and-red design complete with the iconic Crimson Omen. The Limited Edition controller takes inspiration from the E-holes that Locust forces emerge from, with 3D-molded and laser-etched details recreating cracked asphalt across the front....

Get 10 great indie games with Humble’s new Awesome Indie Adventures Bundle

12-Aug-2026, 7:30 pm manhkbrady Hot Deals Ended

For fans of indie games, this package is something you won't want to miss!

Humble has launched another indie-focused bundle, giving PC players a chance to pick up 10 games for as little as $5. The Awesome Indie Adventures Bundle brings together a varied selection of narrative-driven and adventure games across three tiers, with the full collection available for $13. The first tier costs $5 / €4.25 / £3.65 and includes five items. The standout is Before Your Eyes, a narrative adventure with tens of thousands of positive Steam reviews. Its biggest selling point is...

Marvel’s Wolverine Limited Edition PS5 is coming with matching controllers

12-Aug-2026, 4:00 pm manhkbrady Hardware News

Beginning August 19, fans can preorder their choice of Wolverine's signature yellow or adamantium finishes.

Sony is giving PlayStation fans another reason to open their wallets, with a new Marvel’s Wolverine-themed PS5 bundle and a matching lineup of limited-edition accessories launching alongside Insomniac Games’ highly anticipated Wolverine game later this year. The centerpiece is the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition - Marvel’s Wolverine Battle Yellow Limited Edition Bundle, which takes inspiration from Wolverine’s classic black-and-yellow costume. The console features a comics-inspired design created by Insomniac Games in collaboration with Scottish graphic artist Jock, while a matching...

Gear up for Steam Frame with 7 immersive games from Humble’s VR Bundle

11-Aug-2026, 7:30 pm manhkbrady Hot Deals Ended

Enhance your virtual reality library with a spectacular selection of games compatible with any VR system.

VR fans looking to build a game library ahead of the Steam Frame's launch have another bundle worth checking out. Humble has just launched the In Your World VR Bundle, bringing together seven VR-focused games across two pricing tiers for players who want something new to try in virtual reality. The bundle starts at $8 / €6.94 / £5.92, which gets you three games. That includes DOOM VFR, Labyrinthine, and The Utility Room. Most...

Evercade Nexus gets a special DOOM Edition with just 3,000 units available

11-Aug-2026, 2:30 pm manhkbrady Hardware News

An outstanding collection for DOOM enthusiasts: play it on a retro handheld device using a physical cartridge.

QuakeCon may be all about Quake, but DOOM is getting plenty of attention this year too. To celebrate the franchise's 30th anniversary, Evercade has revealed a special DOOM Edition of its upcoming Nexus handheld, alongside a new DOOM Collection cartridge packed with classic games and expansion content. The Evercade Nexus was already shaping up to be one of the company's most ambitious retro handhelds. Launching in October, the premium device features a bright 5.89-inch display, dual analog sticks, and a...

Grab the space survival game Breathedge free on Steam for a limited time

08-Aug-2026, 12:30 pm manhkbrady Free Games Ended

RedRuins Software is giving away the original Breathedge for free on Steam to promote its sequel entering Early Access later this month.

Steam users have another free game to add to their libraries, and this one comes with a pretty tight deadline. Following the recent Moonlighter giveaway, Breathedge is now completely free to claim on Steam for just 48 hours. The giveaway comes from developer RedRuins Software as it prepares to launch Breathedge 2 in Early Access later this month. While the original game isn't exactly a household name, it has accumulated more than 5,300 Steam reviews, with 72% of players...

Fanatical Favorites Summer 2026 Bundle packs 19 varied games to choose from

08-Aug-2026, 8:30 am manhkbrady Hot Deals Ended

Discover various gaming gems in the summer edition of the Build your own Fanatical Favorites Bundle!

Fanatical is back with another game bundle for PC players looking to expand their libraries without spending a fortune. The Fanatical Favorites Summer 2026 Bundle is now available, offering a selection of 19 games across a wide range of genres. As with Fanatical's other Build Your Own bundles, the pricing gets better the more games you pick. You can grab 2 games for $6.99 / €6.99 / £6.99, 3 for $9.99 / €9.99 / £9.99, or 5 for $14.99 / €14.99...

Valve receives another Steam Frame shipment with launch date still unknown

08-Aug-2026, 7:30 am manhkbrady Hardware News

Valve continues to stock up on headset units as it prepares for the seemingly imminent announcement of Steam Frame pre-orders.

Valve is quietly getting closer to launching the Steam Frame, even though the company still hasn't revealed exactly when the VR headset will arrive or how much it will cost. While the Steam Controller and Steam Machine are already on the market, the Steam Frame remains the missing piece of Valve's latest hardware lineup. New shipping records suggest, however, that preparations are moving along nicely. According to the latest shipping data, Valve received another Steam...

Epic refreshes its free games with Beacon Pines and We Were Here Together

07-Aug-2026, 12:30 pm manhkbrady Free Games Ended

Until August 13, you can claim not one, but two amazing free titles in Epic's latest weekly giveaway.

The Epic Games Store has refreshed its weekly giveaway once again, bringing two more PC games to claim for free. Last week's offers, OTXO and Sol Cesto, have now been replaced by We Were Here Together and Beacon Pines, both of which can be permanently added to your library if you claim them within the next seven days. Leading this week's lineup is Beacon Pines, a charming yet surprisingly eerie narrative adventure that unfolds like a storybook. You step...

Steam users can grab the roguelite hit Moonlighter free for a limited time

07-Aug-2026, 11:30 am manhkbrady Free Games Ended

With Moonlighter 2 leaving Early Access soon, the original game is 100% off for the next two days.

PC gamers have a new free game to grab this weekend, and this time it's not coming from the Epic Games Store. Instead, Moonlighter, the well-loved action RPG and shop management sim from Digital Sun, is currently free to claim on Steam for a limited time. Originally released in 2018, Moonlighter carved out a niche thanks to its clever mix of dungeon crawling and shopkeeping. You play as Will, a merchant by day and aspiring hero by night. Venture into...

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