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Pirates VR: Jolly Roger – Coming To VR
Avast ye scallywags, raise the main sail and grab some grog! Pirates VR: Jolly Roger is an upcoming action-adventure you won’t want to miss. Mark your treasure maps, mateys, because this VR adventure sets sail on January 14th 2025! Alluding to old stories of the all-time most famous Pirates, Pirates VR: Jolly Roger sees players enter the pirate world on a deserted island. Despite its extraordinary charm, this land hides numerous secrets and mysteries to be solved, as well as a fair share of obstacles…
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…
Our Favourite Pirate-Themed Games to Explore the High Seas!
There once were some games that were set at sea, And the names of those games on this list you’ll read. Why is this intro a shanty, you say? Well tell us a better way! (huh!) Soon the first entry shall come, And we’ll cover each title one by one. Then when our highlights are done, We’ve got some hardware to shoooooow. Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag We’ll leave any further shanties to this swashbuckling tale. As the pirate-cum-assassin Edward Kenway, you’ll get to captain your…
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 Core Ultra 200S processors officially released as of October 2024, packing in incredible performance per-watt and a dedicated NPU to streamline your workloads. Intel 15th Gen CPUs – What Can We Expect? Intel Core…
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…
Wholesome Gameplay with Melobot – A Last Song
Earlier in 2024, we got the chance to play the demo of an upcoming cosy game. Well, Melobot – A Last Song is finally here as a fully-fledged game! Melobot – A Last Song is a musical nature game that asks the question, “What if Wall-E had a trumpet?” We’ve had the chance to play the original demo and beyond, and now we want to share this whimsical adventure with you. What Spec Did We Play On? We played A Last Song on an Acer…
Is It Dead: Optical Drives?!
Forget about bulky optical drives taking up space on your front panel. We want shiny RGB and high-quality mesh panels. Those enhance our aesthetic. However, this sparks the question of whether optical drives are still useful today. In this blog post, we’re taking a deep dive into optical drives, showcasing what they are, why you want one, and if they are still useful in 2024. What is an Optical Drive? An optical disk drive or ODD allows you to utilise CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs…
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…
Funko Pop on Our PCs?! Everything You Need to Know About Funko Fusion
Your next gaming obsession is here! Funko Fusion released on PCs as of September 13th 2024, combining all our favourite iconic characters into one action-packed video game. We’ve rounded up everything you need to know about Funko Fusion, from gameplay details and official PC specs to our top PCs and laptops to play. Keep on reading for more! The Gameplay Funko Fusion is a third-person action game that lets you play as beloved characters from TV, film, games, comics, and more! Set across handcrafted worlds inspired…