Buyers Guide
Overwhelmed by the huge selection of PC hardware available? Our expert buyers guide cover key topics including hardware, peripherals, software, & PC builds, helping you make informed decisions for your next computer upgrade.
What is a Creator Laptop and Why Do You Need One
Is your workspace struggling to keep up with your deadlines and applications? Feast your eyes on our extensive range of creator laptops, designed to boost your productivity and performance in a range of demanding creative workloads. If you don’t know what a creator laptop is, or why you need one for your next project, you’re reading the right blog! We’ve got all the key details you need to know, along with a few tasty laptop recs at the end. What is a Creator…
Top of the Trends: Still Wakes the Deep Makes Waves
Still Wakes the Deep promises an immersive first-person horror story, that preys on the isolated terror of being trapped on an oil rig in the middle of the ocean. Developed by The Chinese Room and published by Secret Mode, Still Wakes the Deep launched on June 18th 2024. Already, it has garnered positive reviews from players and critics alike and has even spent some time trending. So, what lies in the dark depths of the Beira D oil rig and are we brave enough to…
AMD AI GPU Technology: How it’s Staying Competitive
Artificial intelligence is at the forefront of PC hardware and innovations this year. One of the key players in this has been AMD’s MI300X AI GPU. This HPC graphics card has been fine-tuned to dominate in demanding applications, harnessing powerful integrated AI to deliver next-level performance. But how does the MI300X compare to other AI GPUs? Has AMD done enough to revolutionise and stay ahead of its competitors? We’ll be taking a deep dive into the AMD MI300X AI GPU, showcasing the key features of…
Monster Hunter Stories: Everything You Need to Know
The first Monster Hunter Stories game is back, fully remastered and now voiced! Initially launched in 2016 on the Nintendo 3DS, Monster Hunter Stories is available to play for the first time on PC. This CAPCOM classic brings the same gameplay we loved from the original as well as new features to the table. We’re taking a closer look at everything MHS, so grab a cuppa and a biscuit! Monster Hunter Stories Gameplay Stepping away from the traditional gameplay of the Monster Hunter series, you…
Go on an Adventure This Summer Solstice
The summer solstice is here, providing us the most daylight hours in the year. Sounds like the perfect setting for an adventure! The adventure genre is vast, employing so many different mechanics, art styles, and narratives. For our summer solstice gaming, we’ve found some adventures in far-flung corners of the world – both real and fictitious. So, get your gaming station ready for a marathon session! Horizon Forbidden West Horizon Forbidden West came to PC in March 2024, bringing Aloy’s second adventure to our gaming…
Our Favourite Farming Sims for the Summer Solstice!
The summer solstice is here, and we like to spend those extra daylight hours on the farm. Sometimes there’s no better way to relax than to take a stroll through virtual hills, tend to your crops, and look after your farm animals. There is no shortage of farming sim games that offer us a relaxing experience for us to get our teeth stuck into. Our resident farming sim fanatic rounded up five of her faves. Read More Across The Valley Enter the world of farming…
Into the Emberlands: Cosy Exploration at its Finest
Released into early access on June 19th 2024, Into the Emberlands promises cosy exploration gameplay with a sticker-like aesthetic that has my inner 90s kid screaming. Developed by Tiny Roar and published by Daedalic Entertainment, Into the Emberlands is already catching attention in cosy gaming circles. We were lucky enough to get a review copy ahead of the launch and see if it’s worth the attention. Spoiler alert, it is. So, grab your best cosy blanket, a cuppa, and a biscuit or two as we…
The Best PCs to Play Fallout Tactics: Brotherhood of Steel
Do you have what it takes to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with your brothers to defend civilisation against the radiated threat of the Wasteland? If so, you’re the perfect new addition to the squad in Fallout Tactics: Brotherhood of Steel. If you’re ready to take arms and defend the weak, we’ve got everything you need to know about Fallout Tactics, including all the gameplay details, official specs, and our top PCs to play. Tactical Gameplay You may have been born from dirt but as a fresh new…
The Ultimate FPS Set-Up
Harnessing only the very best hardware, our ultimate FPS set-up delivers everything you need to secure your victory and dominate your enemies. If you’re in the market for your next selection of upgrades to boost your performance, you’ll certainly want to get this FPS set-up bookmarked! FPS Games FPS games are insanely popular, packed with plenty of fast-paced action that is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat. It’s hard for us to just pick one favourite so we’ve got some tasty…
Cyber Manhunt 2: New World – Cracking Cases with AI
Greetings Programs. It’s time to solve some corporate shenanigans as a next-gen AI in Aluba Studio’s Cyber Manhunt 2: New World. Delve into the digital world, exploring people's public and not-so-public information, to keep Titan Corporation free of any scandal. AI Awakening In Cyber Manhunt 2: New World, you are an experimental AI assistant developed by Titan Corporation and deployed to CIO Ashley Clayson. Under her purview, you are tasked with protecting Titan Corporation from any scandals that could shake faith in the company. Your…
Is It Dead: DDR4?!
With more manufacturers making the switch to DDR5, is it still worth upgrading to DDR4 or is this standard nearing the end of its lifespan? In this blog post, we’re taking a deep dive into DDR4, examining whether it's still useful and why you should upgrade to DDR4. What is DDR4? DDR4 is the fourth generation of DDR computer memory. Expanding on the limitations of DDR3, DDR4 has been fine-tuned to deliver high capacities, improved data integrity, and reduced power consumption. With up to 50%…
Five Games We’re Loving on The Steam Deck
Valve’s Steam Deck is the goat of portable gaming! Whether you’re travelling to work, school, or just out and about, the Deck is the best way to game on the go. In this article, we’re breaking down some games we absolutely love on the Steam Deck right now. At Computex 2024, a whole host of new and updated handhelds were on display, but for the moment, the Steam Deck is still number one in our eyes. From Indie to AAA titles, a seemingly endless number…