Ubisoft AAA action game now free for everyone

Deal | Ubisoft is offering For Honor via Ubisoft Connect for PC free of charge until September 28. The game is praised for its enduring melee combat and active community, though its steep learning curve and online-only requirement remain points of criticism.

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The Legend of Zelda movie trailer or Nintendo Direct rumored to be imminent

Rumblings indicate Nintendo is preparing to reveal more about The Legend of Zelda movie. An insider expects news related to the film as soon as September 22nd. As its April 2027 release date approaches, the actress portraying the Princess also teased an…

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Amazfit T-Rex Dual Solar spec sheet leaked: 180-day battery life promised

A leaked listing suggests Amazfit’s T-Rex Dual Solar will pair front and rear photovoltaic panels with rugged materials, advanced navigation features and a bright AMOLED display. Unverified claims point to up to 180 days of battery life with sufficient…

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Powerful laptop with 16-core Panther Lake CPU drops to lowest-ever-price

Deal | Thanks to an ongoing sale on Best Buy, the Acer Swift 16 laptop with a powerful Core Ultra X7 Panther Lake CPU and 16 GB of RAM is now available for just under $1,000 on the platform. The laptop comes equipped with an OLED display and a powerful Arc…

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Will Physint come to PlayStation? Kojima says only Xbox knows

Hideo Kojima, the founder of Kojima Productions, has provided an answer regarding whether Physint will be an Xbox exclusive game when it launches. The game studio has also released a statement to quell reports about the health of the studio and its…

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Lord of the Rings: Battle for Middle-earth II to get massive free expansion soon

A Long Expected Campaign is a fan-made expansion for The Lord of the Rings: Battle for Middle-earth II, retelling Peter Jackson’s film trilogy via the Age of the Ring mod. It is set for a free release on ModDB on October 31, 2026.

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This turn-based tactical RPG, loved by 84% of players, is 70% off on Steam

Deal | Stolen Realm is an indie game in which you can customize your characters to suit your playstyle and where your adventures are shaped by your choices. Face your enemies in turn-based battles and act simultaneously in co-op mode.

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Resident Evil Veronica release date delay leaks after skipping Tokyo Game Show

A new leak suggests that a Resident Evil Veronica release date around Halloween 2027 is more likely. Previous rumors pointed to a Code Veronica remake launch earlier in the year. While followers hoped it would attend the Tokyo Game Show, the studio may be…

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Teclast launches affordable tablet with 12-inch 2K display, Android 17 and 2TB storage support

Teclast has launched the M60 in Japan with an 11.97-inch 2K display, a refresh rate of up to 90Hz and a Unisoc T7250 processor. The new tablet also features Android 17, 4G LTE, 128GB of UFS storage and an 8,000mAh battery.

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Citizen debuts new Eco-Drive racing chronograph with reverse panda dial

Citizen has introduced the Chrono Racing CA4716-09L, a 39.5mm Eco-Drive chronograph featuring a blue reverse-panda dial and a perforated brown leather strap inspired by vintage motorsport. It boasts a 270-day power reserve, 100-meter water resistance, and…

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AMD joins the $1 trillion club, leaving Intel behind

AMD has surpassed a $1 trillion market capitalization for the first time after a five-day stock rally, driven by investor enthusiasm for its growing AI and data-center business. The company’s market value now exceeds Intel’s, although it remains well behind…

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Raspberry Pi is intentionally blocking RAM capacity upgrades

Raspberry Pi is actively preventing enthusiasts from upgrading soldered memory to a larger configuration even when the replacement chip is technically compatible. The company says the restriction is intended to discourage unofficial high-capacity resales.

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Creality Sparkx i8 uses clever QuarTeks system for zero waste, live now on Indiegogo

Creality has expanded its Sparkx lineup of bed-slinger 3D printers. It features the company’s new QuarTeks system that claims zero waste and 500% faster multicolor printing.

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Lenovo releases new 15-inch laptop internationally with 1,100-nit OLED, cheaper pricing and Intel Panther Lake

Lenovo has started selling a new 15-inch laptop internationally. Boasting a 1,100-nit OLED display, the Googlebook 15 also ships with a 70 Wh battery and an Intel Panther Lake processor. Lenovo's first Googlebook is also markedly cheaper than expected.

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Destiny 2 players may finally get back the content Bungie took away

Bungie is preparing to reverse one of Destiny 2’s most controversial decisions by restoring vaulted campaigns, destinations and raids, with the returning content set to become available to all players. Marathon is also slated to get a bunch of meaningful…

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Acer has the cheapest Googlebook, here's what you get

Acer is one of the major brands that has worked with Google to bring out the new lineup of Googlebook laptops. With its $899 entry price, Acer is promising a lightweight, well-built convertible with an OLED and Dolby Atmos.

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Vivo X500 officially launches with Zeiss cameras and 144Hz AMOLED display

The Vivo X500 has debuted in China with a MediaTek Dimensity 9600M chipset, a Zeiss-tuned triple-camera system, and a larger battery than its predecessor. Vivo also offers optional imaging accessories for the X500, including a telephoto extender and the Snap…

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MediaTek's new Googlebook chip skips Lumex for old Cortex cores

MediaTek has unveiled its Dimensity CX 10 Max laptop chip for Googlebooks. It pairs Arm CPU cores with an Immortalis GPU and a 55 TOPS NPU.

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Trek launches new lightweight road e-bike with carbon frame and solid 185 km of range

Trek has unveiled the Domane+ SL, a lightweight electric road bike with a carbon frame. The e-bike features a TQ HPR40 200 W mid-drive motor and a 580 Wh battery, which is said to deliver 40 Nm of torque and 115 miles (185 km) of range. Available in three…

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Vivo Watch 6: New smartwatch released with 3,500-nit AMOLED display and 21 days battery life

Vivo has released a new high-end smartwatch featuring a 3,500-nit AMOLED display. Also boasting up to 21 days of battery life, the Vivo Watch 6 has arrived in China with optional eSIM connectivity and a titanium case, too.

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Getting noticed on Steam is already brutal, but some devs claim paying for exposure is even worse

Best Indie Games on YouTube, run by creator Clemmy, offers developers exposure for a fee. It now faces accusations from multiple indie developers that its paid marketing packages promise far more reach than they deliver.

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Google’s new laptop OS is Android, ChromeOS and Linux mashed into one

Google has revealed more information about Googlebook OS, the software powering its new Googlebook laptops. It details integrations with Android, Linux support, security architecture and software support window.

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With 84% positive reviews, this city builder is now 80% off on Steam

Deal | Published by Thunderful Publishing and available on Steam since December 1, 2023, SteamWorld Build is a city builder set in the SteamWorld universe. Build and expand your city and explore several mines to escape the end of the world.

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Motorola's GrapheneOS phone is teased with wild camera specs and an audio partnership

Motorola has teased the Signature 27's design and audio partnership ahead of the phone's September 22 reveal at the Snapdragon Summit, hinting at an ambitious camera setup and a new collaboration with Bang & Olufsen.

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PS Wallet Credit program is live, offering $10 credit on game purchases

Sony was expected to replace its PlayStation Stars program with a Wallet Credit program that now seems to be live. There are a handful of games that have been listed on the PS Store with a limited-time store credit offer.

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Acer releases new lightweight laptop with Intel Panther Lake and 120 Hz display

Acer has released a new lightweight laptop in the US. Featuring Intel Panther Lake processors and a 14-inch display, the new TravelMate P4 weighs just 1.19 kg, or 1.33 kg when configured with a 120 Hz display.

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MSI details new compact desktop PC with 128 GB RAM and Nvidia RTX Spark

MSI has shared new details about its latest compact desktop PC. Launching globally with Nvidia's new RTX Spark platform, the EdgeMesa N AI+ may be joined by the higher-end EdgeMesa N AI+ X, too.

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Xiaomi Watch S5 vs. Huawei Watch GT 7: Who offers the better overall package?

The Xiaomi Watch S5 and Huawei Watch GT 7 both offer long battery life and extensive fitness features. In testing, both impressed with their precise sensors and high-quality displays. However, the GT 7 offers more smartwatch and health features, while the S5…

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TGS 2026: PlayStation & Square Enix digital streams detailed

Typhoon Dujuan forced Tokyo Game Show 2026 to cancel its final day in person. See what happened to PlayStation and Square Enix's plans, and get the latest on Final Fantasy VII Revelation.

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Surface Laptop Ultra price tipped: Microsoft could undercut Apple's MacBook Pro

Microsoft is expected to share more details about its first Nvidia RTX Spark-powered laptop soon. In the meantime, a reliable leaker has offered new details about Surface Laptop Ultra pricing ahead of the laptop's full unveiling.

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