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Thank Goodness You’re Here! The Slapformer We Never Knew We Needed
Thank Goodness You’re Here! is a cheeky comedy slapformer. Published by the same company that brought us the iconic Untitled Goose Game, Thank Goodness You’re Here! taps into the Northern English comedy stylings to bring something new into gaming. Completely hand-drawn and fully voiced, this is a laugh-out-loud good time you’re not going to want to put down. Thank Goodness You’re Here! Gameplay Developed by British Studio Coal Supper, Thank Goodness You’re Here! is a self-styled slapformer. Set in the northern town of Barnsworth (really…
Everything You Need to Know About Frostpunk 2
Since it was first announced in August 2021, we have been impatiently waiting for Frostpunk 2 to hit our gaming PCs. It was initially supposed to launch in July 2024, but a short two-month delay was required after some beta feedback. But now, the official launch date is here, and we’ve got everything you need to know about Frostpunk 2 – including some of the best PCs to play it on. Frostpunk 2 Gameplay Frostpunk 2 is a survival city-builder by 11 bit studios. Gameplay…
How to Set Up a Surround Sound System for Your PC
Are you looking to level up your audio experience with surround sound? If so, keep on reading! We’ve created this handy guide detailing everything you need to know about surround sound, showcasing what it is, why you want it, and how to set it up on your gaming PC. What is Surround Sound? Surround sound does exactly as it sounds (I just had to...). It puts you at the centre of whatever action is happening on screen, by emitting audio through either multiple speakers or…
Avast! Skull and Bones Has Finally Set Sail on PC
Ahoy, me hearties! The long-anticipated Skull and Bones has finally set sail on our gaming PCs. Well, shiver me timbers, the day has finally come. Skull and Bones, by Ubisoft, has been released, after many delays. The promise of the open ocean has been calling to us like we are Moana, so we are mighty happy to be flying the Jolly Roger after all this time. Skull and Bones Gameplay Skull and Bones is an open-world RPG, where your sole aim is to become the…
Avast! Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew Is Here
Ahoy, me hearties. Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew has come to port, and it be bursting with pirate booty! Ok, I’ll talk like a regular human from now on. Maybe. Ok, we know I am going to slip back into the pirate speak occasionally. It can’t be helped. Unhinged rambling aside, Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew is here on our gaming PCs. Mixing nautical pirate fun with real-time strategy gameplay, this game offers a blend of tactical thinking, exciting combat, and sandbox exploration on beautiful,…
Are Intel 15th Gen CPUs Coming in 2024?
Hot of the press, the rumour mill is circulating with hints of Intel 15th Gen hitting the virtual shelves in 2024. If you’re in the market for a new tasty CPU, we’ve rounded up all the key rumours and speculation to showcase everything we can expect from Intel Arrow Lake. Intel 15th Gen CPUs – What Can We Expect? Intel 15th Gen, or Arrow Lake, CPUs are set to be the latest generation of Team Blue processors. As the successor to the previous 14th Gen,…
Ten Essential Apps for Gamers
Have you just bought a shiny new PC and don’t know which essential apps you should download for gaming? If so, this is the blog post for you! We’ve searched high and low to put together this round-up of the ten essential apps for gamers. We think there’s a must-have program here for everyone, whether you're looking to overclock, chat with friends, or even stream your latest gaming obsession. NVIDIA GeForce Experience NVIDIA GeForce Experience is an all-in-one app that grants you full access to…
God of War Ragnarök on PC? YAS!
Rejoice! For God of War Ragnarök is available to play on PC from September 19th 2024! Previously a PlayStation exclusive, we can finally get God of War Ragnarök onto our high-performance gaming PCs, complete with features to enhance the experience. So, get ready to continue the adventure with Kratos and Atreus, as we check out the gameplay, PC port features, official specifications, and, of course, the best PCs to play. God of War Ragnarök Gameplay Following on from the 2018 God of War hit, Fimbulwinter…
Caravan SandWitch: Delightful Sci-Fi Narrative-Driven Exploration
Caravan SandWitch is a sci-fi exploration adventure, just waiting to be had. With a vibrant art style and stunning soundtrack, Caravan SandWitch provides a beautiful world and narrative to explore and uncover. We were lucky enough to get a review key for this narrative-driven game and experience the Provence-like world for ourselves. Settle in, we have a gameplay breakdown, our thoughts, and, of course, some great PC recs. What Did We Play On? Caravan SandWitch was played on a gaming laptop with an Intel Core…
Coming To VR – Alien: Rogue Incursion
Brace yourselves, Alien fans—Alien: Rogue Incursion is bringing the spine-chilling terror of the Xenomorph universe to VR. Rogue Incursion is the franchise's first foray into VR and is set to plunge players deep into the heart of the Alien series. Step into the boots of Zula Hendricks, a hardened ex-Colonial Marine on a mission to save her former squad mate, Benjamin Carver, and uncover the nightmarish secrets lurking beneath the uncharted planet, Purdan. Sounds scary, right? We all know I cannot handle even the slightest…
AMD Radeon Uncovered: AMD Smart Access Memory
We’re back with another informative blog series, designed to dive deeper into our PC hardware. This time we’re shining the light on AMD, showcasing all the incredible technologies that come integrated with their powerful Radeon graphics cards. In this instalment of ‘AMD Radeon Uncovered’, we’re taking a closer look at AMD Smart Access Memory and how this feature can help boost your in-game performance. What is AMD Smart Access Memory? AMD Smart Access Memory, or SAM, expands on an older generation of technology called the…
Exciting ASUS ROG Keris II Ace Giveaway!
Is your gaming mouse looking a little old and tired? Fancy trying to win an ASUS ROG Keris II Ace Wireless Mouse? This optical gaming mouse is packed with incredible features to optimise and boost your gaming performance. And we just want to give one away?! (Something, something, we’re all mad here!) Read on to learn more about the ASUS ROG Keris II Ace and the giveaway deets! ASUS ROG Keris II Ace Wireless Gaming Mouse The ASUS ROG Keris II Ace is a wireless…