Death of Console Discs Pushes Gamers to PC
The reception of PlayStation's recent decision to stop producing physical games mediain early 2028 has been heard far and wideacross the internet, with fans even going as far as to start the "Don't Kill the Disc" petitionon Change.org. More recently, a survey on Push Square, a publication that largely serves PlayStation enthusiasts, found that 45% of 6,454 respondents were "seriously considering" switching to PC gaming as a result of the announcement, while

(PR) Slimbook Launches Nexus AI Workstation Series
The new Nexus family is available in two configurations Ryzen AI and Threadripper AI ranging from high-performance systems to uncompromising professional workstations engineered for Local AI development and deployment.
Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way we develop software, analyze data, and create new products. At the same time, an increasing number of professionals, businesses, and enthusiasts are choosing to run AI models directly on their own machines, keeping full control over their data, reducing reliance on cloud services, and taking full advantage of the power of modern hardware
Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way we develop software, analyze data, and create new products. At the same time, an increasing number of professionals, businesses, and enthusiasts are choosing to run AI models directly on their own machines, keeping full control over their data, reducing reliance on cloud services, and taking full advantage of the power of modern hardware

Steam Now Shows Steam Machine and SteamOS Verified Ratings
Following the launch of the Steam Machine, Valve has finally rolled out its compatibility rating system for its living room gaming experience in Steam, with a new UI that shows both Steam Machine and SteamOS compatibility ratings. The new UI is only available in SteamOS in the Steam Deck client or in Big Picture mode, which makes sense, since the update is more than likely targeted around the launch of the Steam Machine. It's unclear if Valve will add a similar SteamOS compatibility indicator to the desktop and web clients, although

(PR) Lian Li Introduces the UNI FAN FLEX Series
LIAN LI Industrial Co., Ltd., a leading manufacturer of chassis and PC accessories, introduces the UNI FAN FLEX Series, a new generation of UNI FANs designed for more flexibility over fan speed, lighting, and LCD customization. Powered by the new FLEX Receiver, the series supports control via L-Wireless, USB, or direct motherboard PWM/ARGB sync. Available in four models: TL FLEX, TL LCD FLEX, SL-INF FLEX, and SL-INF LCD FLEX.
The UNI FAN TL LCD
The UNI FAN TL LCD

NVIDIA Readies GeForce RTX 5090 SE Graphics Card
NVIDIA is readying the new GeForce RTX 5090 SE graphics card, according to a report by GameGPU. This SKU could fill the gap between the current RTX 5080 and the flagship RTX 5090. Unlike the RTX 5090D and RTX 5090D V2, the RTX 5090 SE isn't a region-specific SKU aimed at complying with U.S. AI accelerator export controls, but is rather a mainline gaming GPU product.

(PR) GIGABYTE Demonstrates AI TOP ATOM Four-Node Clustering for Scientific Computing
GIGABYTE, the world's leading computer brand, demonstrates how AI TOP ATOM four-node clustering scales local AI computing for increasingly complex workloads. As AI models, scientific simulations, and enterprise applications continue to grow in size and complexity, standalone systems are increasingly insufficient to meet rising memory and compute demands. AI TOP ATOM clustering removes that constraint, enabling memory-intensive workloads to run locally without compromising on data security.
Each AI TOP ATOM node delivers 1 PFLOPS FP4 AI performance and 128 GB unified
Each AI TOP ATOM node delivers 1 PFLOPS FP4 AI performance and 128 GB unified

(PR) ASUS Republic of Gamers Announces Gjallar Gaming Soundbar
ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced the ROG Gjallar premium gaming soundbar designed to deliver impactful, cinematic surround sound, clear in-game communication, and multi-platform compatibility to streamline any setup. It immerses gamers in a realistic 3D soundstage via 2.1.2 Dolby Atmos surround sound with left and right full-range speakers, tweeters, up-firing channels and a powerful 5G wireless subwoofer.
The Gjallar includes an all-in-one audio control hub that provides convenient access to EQ
The Gjallar includes an all-in-one audio control hub that provides convenient access to EQ

(PR) ASUS Republic of Gamers Announces Raikiri II Pro PC Game Controller
ASUS Republic of Gamers today announced the ROG Raikiri II Pro PC—the ultimate gaming controller with a competition-grade 8K polling rate, extensive customization options including hot-swappable joysticks for a tailored feel, and industry-leading battery life. The ROG Raikiri II Pro PC provides gamers with unparalleled precision control to dominate gaming arenas.
The ROG Raikiri II Pro PC controller boasts an 8000 Hz polling rate and 2.4 GHz wireless performance enhanced by ROG SpeedNova technology for incredibly responsive control and ultra-low
The ROG Raikiri II Pro PC controller boasts an 8000 Hz polling rate and 2.4 GHz wireless performance enhanced by ROG SpeedNova technology for incredibly responsive control and ultra-low

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Launches To Mixed Reviews: Controversial Microtransactions Spark Outrage
The hype has been building for the launch of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced for a good long while, and it seems as though sales have been strong, with SteamDB reportinga peak of 99,451 concurrent players in the first 12 hours after launch on Steam alone. However, it seems as though player impressions could be better, with the Steam review rating currently sitting at an underwhelming "Mixed" rating. Many reviews praise the quality of the remake, but Steam gamers have taken issue

(PR) MOZA Launches New Generation of Flight Displays, Panels, and Cockpit Systems
MOZA today announced its most ambitious expansion of its flight simulation ecosystem to date. Building on its success in force feedback flight controls, the company is introducing a new family of cockpit displays, avionics panels, and flight management systems designed to bring professional-grade immersion and functionality to sim pilots around the world.
The new product lineup includes the MA3F Electronic Flight Control Modules (EFCM), MA3F Flight Computer Display, MB7F Flight Computer Display, MGX1000 Instrument Panel, and FMP
The new product lineup includes the MA3F Electronic Flight Control Modules (EFCM), MA3F Flight Computer Display, MB7F Flight Computer Display, MGX1000 Instrument Panel, and FMP
