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Pac-Man is comming to Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds in a DLC
06-Jan-2026, 11:30 am
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
Pac-Man and his friends are coming to SEGA's racing video game alongside a free special event this week.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is gearing up for an exciting content update with the launch of the Pac-Man Pack, a paid DLC included in the game’s Season Pass and Digital Deluxe Edition. Scheduled to release on January 8, 2026, the new content introduces classic Pac-Man characters, themed tracks, and music, giving players fresh ways to race across the game's vibrant crossover worlds.
A growing lineup
The Pac-Man Pack marks the third major paid addition to the Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Season Pass, following previous...
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StarRupture turns survival and building into a true co-op experience
06-Jan-2026, 11:21 am
AlexP
Gaming News
Explore StarRupture, a sci-fi survival game where base building, danger, and co-op teamwork come together on an alien world.
At first glance, StarRupture looks like a classic sci-fi survival experience, but once you spend time with it, the game quickly shows that it wants to be more than that. It drops you on a dangerous alien planet and asks a simple question: can you survive long enough to build something that lasts? The team behind the game is already known for Green Hell, a title praised for its realistic and demanding survival systems. That same survival mindset carries...
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Hollow Knight: Silksong finally wins a GOTY over Expedition 33
06-Jan-2026, 10:30 am
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
The Steam Awards 2025 demonstrate that Valve's platform users have a unique view of the video games panorama.
The Steam community has spoken: Hollow Knight: Silksong, the long-awaited sequel from Team Cherry, has been voted Game of the Year in the 2025 Steam Awards. Praised for its intricate platforming, atmospheric world, and challenging combat, Silksong captured the hearts of PC gamers worldwide, topping a highly competitive field of nominees. The game also earned the playful Best Game You Suck At award, highlighting both its difficulty and the satisfaction players feel upon mastering its...
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MPG 341CQR QD-OLED X36 debuts as MSI’s latest 360Hz RGB gaming monitor
06-Jan-2026, 4:30 am
manhkbrady
Hardware News
This is a 34-inch ultrawide gaming monitor with a 21:9 UWQHD resolution, featuring a 360Hz QD-OLED panel and an RGB stripe pixel layout for improved clarity.
MSI is elevating its OLED monitor technology at CES 2026 with the introduction of the MPG 341CQR QD-OLED X36, which promises to offer deeper blacks and clearer text through its "5th gen QD-OLED" technology and "DarkArmor" film.
Thanks to OLED Care 3.0 and the latest QD-OLED panels, MSI is providing a generous 3-year warranty against burn-in for this monitor. Its AI Care Sensor feature allows the display to shut off when idle and reactivate when a user approaches. Moreover, functions like...
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ASUS debuts world’s first 240Hz Micro-OLED virtual display in ROG XREAL R1
06-Jan-2026, 4:00 am
manhkbrady
Hardware News
In a new partnership with XREAL, Asus has debuted a pair of AR gaming glasses that project a massive 171-inch virtual display.
Launching at CES 2026, ASUS officially unveiled the ROG XREAL R1 AR, an augmented reality (AR) headset for gamers, developed in partnership with XREAL. Instead of a traditional large-format gaming monitor, ASUS opted for a different approach: bringing the "Big Format Gaming Display" experience to a wearable device.
The ROG XREAL R1 is the world's first gaming headset to use a 240Hz Micro-OLED panel with Full HD resolution (1,920 x 1,080). According to ASUS, the device can create a virtual screen...
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This Week's Video Game Releases - January 2026 (Week 2)
05-Jan-2026, 6:00 pm
Fyra Frost
New Game Releases
2026 starts slow when it comes to big AAA releases, but there are games worthy of attention.
The first full release week of 2026 is bringing a small but notably diverse lineup of video games, offering players a mix of survival, narrative experimentation, and psychological horror. While the calendar is still relatively light compared to peak release periods, this week’s launches reflect the industry’s ongoing emphasis on distinct creative identities rather than sheer volume.
January 5 - 11 releases
Leading the week is StarRupture, which launches on January 6, 2026. The PC title blends open-world survival with industrial...
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Resident Evil Requiem surpasses 4 million Steam wishlists
05-Jan-2026, 3:30 pm
Fyra Frost
Gaming News
The number of players who wish to play the game on Valve's platform breaks another record.
Capcom’s upcoming survival horror title Resident Evil Requiem is already shaping up to be one of the most anticipated game launches in recent years. Several months before its release, the game has surpassed four million wishlists on Steam, a remarkable achievement that underscores the immense expectations surrounding the next mainline entry in the long-running franchise.
The milestone was officially acknowledged by Capcom, which celebrated the figure as a sign of strong global interest from players. Wishlist numbers...
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Rainbow Six Siege X hit by another major hack
05-Jan-2026, 11:51 am
AlexP
Gaming News
Second hack hits Rainbow Six Siege X, causing random bans, raising security concerns, and shaking player trust again.
The latest hack affecting Rainbow Six Siege X has raised serious concerns across the community, marking the second major security incident in a very short time. After a large breach in late December, players were hoping the worst was over. Instead, early January brought new problems that show the situation is still unstable.
This time, hackers did not focus on giving players free items or credits. Instead, they targeted the game’s moderation and ban systems. Many players suddenly received 67-day bans...
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Royalty & Legacy leak hints at a grand new chapter for The Sims 4
05-Jan-2026, 11:42 am
AlexP
Gaming News
A leaked Sims 4 expansion hints at royal life, dynasty gameplay, rumored features, and a possible final era.
The latest leak surrounding The Sims 4 has sparked major discussion across the community, with many players talking about a possible new expansion called Royalty & Legacy. While nothing has been officially revealed, the information comes from leaked rating board listings and trusted community trackers, which have often pointed to real content in the past. Because of this, many fans believe this expansion is more than just a rumor and could be one of the most ambitious additions to the...
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Test your speedrunning skills with 10 games in the Humble AGDQ 2026 Bundle
05-Jan-2026, 7:00 am
manhkbrady
Hot Deals
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Humble Bundle has relaunched its Awesome Games Done Quick collection, providing incredible value for a remarkably low price.
Humble has returned with a new bundle to launch 2026. This collection features several titles included in the upcoming Games Done Quick fundraiser starting on January 4.
This bundle has a single tier that unlocks all 10 games for $10 / 8,56€ / £7.44. Among them is the delightful adventure, Mika and The Witch’s Mountain, where you step into the shoes of an aspiring witch embarking on a touching coming-of-age quest. Discover a lively island and soar through the sky...
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MSI reveals MEG X ultra-wide QD-OLED gaming monitor teaser for CES 2026
04-Jan-2026, 5:00 am
manhkbrady
Hardware News
According to a new tweet, MSI will unveil its latest high-end display, the MEG X, at CES 2026.
MSI has unveiled a teaser video showcasing its forthcoming MEG X gaming monitor in anticipation of the CES 2026 event. This ultra-wide screen belongs to MSI’s MEG series, which is typically dedicated to top-tier enthusiast products. The company has recently launched two OLED monitors featuring its 5th-generation Tandem OLED panel, with the MEG X being the first gaming monitor in the MEG series.
The teaser video depicts the MEG X as an ultra-wide monitor, with speculation...
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Humble launches 2026 with Carnage Collection delivering 8 intense games
04-Jan-2026, 3:00 am
manhkbrady
Hot Deals
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Humble Bundle has officially kicked off the new year with the Carnage Collection, the first game bundle of 2026.
A new game bundle has been launched on Humble Bundle, marking the first one for 2026. Titled the Carnage Collection, it contains eight intense games that provide a range of experiences centered around chaos, combat, and carnage. This bundle offers three different pricing levels.
For those seeking a sampling, the $8 / 6,82€ / £5.94 tier includes three games, one of which is Easy Red 2, a tactical, realistic World War II shooter delivering large-scale, immersive battles. Command your squad, coordinate...
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