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No Man’s Sky Xeno Arena gives creatures a real purpose
09-Apr-2026, 2:30 pm
AlexP
Gaming News
Updates & Patches
No Man’s Sky Xeno Arena adds creature battles, giving players new reasons to explore, collect, and build strong teams.
No Man’s Sky just got another big update, and this one feels a bit different. The Xeno Arena update adds a new system focused on creatures, turning them into something much more than just background life or simple companions. Instead of only scanning or taming animals for fun, you now have a real reason to care about what you find on each planet.
At the center of the update is the new creature battle system. You can take the pets you’ve...
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Samson shows promise but feels rough around the edges
09-Apr-2026, 2:09 pm
AlexP
Gaming News
Samson shows strong GTA-style ideas but feels rough at launch, with potential to improve through future updates and fixes.
Samson is a game that feels familiar right from the start, but it also tries to do things in its own way. It’s a single-player action game set in a rough city where you play as someone trying to survive while dealing with debt and constant pressure. You’ll spend your time driving around, getting into fights, and taking on jobs just to keep things under control. It’s not a full open-world sandbox, but it still gives you enough freedom to...
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Intel neural compression tech significantly reduces VRAM usage while gaming
09-Apr-2026, 7:00 am
manhkbrady
Hardware News
Intel's Texture Set Neural Compression (TSNC) utilizes artificial intelligence to decrease the memory requirements of game textures during active gameplay.
Major players in the PC gaming hardware space, along with Microsoft through DirectX, are continuing to invest heavily in neural rendering technologies aimed at improving both development workflows and gaming performance. Intel first introduced its Texture Set Neural Compression (TSNC) last year, and an updated version was recently showcased at GDC, with plans to release it later this year.
Similar to NVIDIA’s Neural Texture Compression (NTC), Intel’s approach uses AI to dramatically reduce the memory requirements of traditional textures that...
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AMD has made the price of the Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 official, and it’s expensive
09-Apr-2026, 6:00 am
manhkbrady
Hardware News
AMD has officially revealed the pricing for its highly anticipated dual-cache X3D processor. The new Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 will launch at $899, as confirmed by AMD’s David McAfee, VP and GM of Ryzen CPU and Radeon Graphics, with availability starting April 22.
Compared to the standard Ryzen 9 9950X3D, which launched at $699, this new chip carries a $200 premium. That added cost comes from its unique design, as it’s the first AMD processor to feature...
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Nintendo Switch version of Frostpunk and Frostpunk 2's new DLC announced
08-Apr-2026, 9:00 pm
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
Updates & Patches
Events
Developer 11 bit studios has unveiled its ambitious plans for the iconic strategy franchise, which will surely be welcomed by the fans.
The Frostpunk franchise is entering a new phase, with developer 11 bit studios confirming that the original Frostpunk will be released on the Nintendo Switch. The move brings the harsh, decision-driven city-building experience to a portable platform for the first time, widening its reach to a new audience of players.
Expanding the franchise in several ways
Since its debut, Frostpunk has carved out a distinct place in the strategy genre by blending resource management with moral dilemmas in a frozen, post-apocalyptic...
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Morbid Metal: Shape-shifting Hack-and-Slash in a New Era
08-Apr-2026, 5:38 pm
OctaneE
Gaming News
Lightning-fast roguelite action: transform between 3 warriors, unleash continuous combos to destroy machines and bosses in a dramatic, dark future.
What would you think if, one day in the distant future, humanity had collapsed? A time when Earth is inhabited only by deadly machines and AI? Allow me to introduce Morbid Metal.
Exploring the Rogue-lite Masterpiece from Ubisoft: Where Skill and Machinery Intersect
Morbid Metal is a dramatic hack-and-slash action title combined with rogue-lite elements, released on April 8, 2026, developed by SCREEN JUICE and published by Ubisoft.
The game is set in a dark dystopian future. It transports players to a distant...
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Easy Delivery Co. is a cozy indie game with a strange twist
08-Apr-2026, 1:43 pm
AlexP
Gaming News
A cozy delivery game with a hidden mystery, Easy Delivery Co. wins players with its relaxing gameplay and strong reviews.
There are a lot of indie games trying to stand out, but every now and then one does it in a very simple way. Easy Delivery Co. is one of those games. At first glance, it looks like a calm delivery simulator set in a snowy town, but the more you play, the more you realize there is something different about it. It mixes cozy vibes with a quiet sense of mystery, and that contrast is what makes it feel...
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Assassin’s Creed Shadows Update 1.1.10 improves gameplay
08-Apr-2026, 1:20 pm
AlexP
Gaming News
Updates & Patches
Assassin’s Creed Shadows update 1.1.10 adds new features, fixes bugs, and improves gameplay across all platforms.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows has received its latest update, Title Update 1.1.10, and it brings a mix of new features and important fixes that improve the overall experience. While it is not a massive content drop, this patch focuses on making the game smoother, more balanced, and more enjoyable for everyone playing.
One of the most noticeable additions is the change to weapon availability, especially the Bo staff. With this update, players who don’t own the expansion can still find and use...
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Limited time Humble Choice April 2026 features Assassin’s Creed Valhalla
08-Apr-2026, 12:30 pm
manhkbrady
Hot Deals
The Choice Bundle for April 2026 features eight impressive titles, with highlights such as Daemon X Machina, The Lord of the Rings, and Assassin's Creed.
With April now underway, the latest Humble Choice bundle has arrived, bringing another lineup of games - and the usual question of whether it’s worth grabbing, skipping, or waiting for a deal.
The April 2026 Humble Choice sticks to the standard format: eight games for $14.99 / €12.99 / £11.49. You can cancel right after purchasing, effectively treating it as a one-time buy, though staying subscribed comes with added perks like extra Humble Store discounts, which can reach up to 20%...
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Nvidia’s latest game-changing tech could reduce VRAM needs by up to 85%
08-Apr-2026, 11:30 am
manhkbrady
Hardware News
NVIDIA has shared new details on its Neural Texture Compression (NTC) technology, a breakthrough capable of reducing GPU VRAM usage by up to seven times.
Neural rendering is gradually emerging in the gaming industry, with new AI-driven techniques aiming to enhance visual quality and push the limits of traditional rendering on modern GPUs and next-generation consoles. At NVIDIA’s GTC 2026 event, a detailed presentation titled “Introduction to Neural Rendering” highlighted several advancements, with Neural Texture Compression (NTC) standing out as a potentially transformative feature for PC gaming.
As implied by its name, Neural Texture Compression offers a different approach to handling textures compared to current methods....
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Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred Gameplay Reveal Hints at Bold New Future Series
08-Apr-2026, 10:34 am
Cleonidas
Gaming News
Gameplay
Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred introduces the Paladin while revealing new gameplay, a mysterious journey to Skovos, and deeper narrative layers shaping the expansion
IGN officially unveiled an exclusive 12-minute gameplay showcase of Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred on April 7, 2026, as a key part of its IGN First campaign in collaboration with Blizzard Entertainment. More than just a simple preview, this footage feels like a first glimpse into Blizzard’s broader ambition—not only to expand content but to reshape the player experience, making it deeper, more deliberate, and more emotionally engaging....
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Resident Evil (1996) Hits Steam: Is the PC Classic Still King?
08-Apr-2026, 8:55 am
Daniel-D
Gaming News
Gameplay
Explore the exclusive features and modern availability of Resident Evil (1996) on PC in this definitive summary.
The original PC port of Resident Evil (1996) remains a fascinating piece of gaming history, often cited by enthusiasts as the superior way to experience the mansion incident. Unlike the censored PlayStation releases in the West, the PC version famously retained the uncut, full-color live-action intro and graphic death scenes.
This version also introduced exclusive weaponry to the Spencer Mansion, giving Jill Valentine access to a MAC-10 and providing Chris Redfield with the FN Minimi light machine gun. These additions, combined...
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