November 1, 2025
2025's gaming laptops blend power and portability, with options like the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 boasting a Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and RTX 5070 Ti in a 1.5 kg frame. The lineup includes diverse models from Acer, MSI, and Lenovo, offering high refresh rates, efficient CPUs, and sleek designs for every gamer.
Razer's CEO Min-Liang Tan envisions AI revolutionizing the gaming industry by streamlining development and enhancing creativity, potentially leading to AI-built major game hits. With the upcoming Game Co-AI tool, Razer aims to integrate AI into gaming for strategic gameplay enhancement, while industry leaders debate AI's capacity to rival human developers.
The Solo Leveling gaming keyboard, featuring cutting-edge specs and a striking Season 2 visual, debuts at 33,000 yen ($214), alongside the Solo Leveling Limited Edition PC. Fans can explore new adventures with Solo Leveling: ARISE on multiple platforms, while more gaming experiences and accessories are on the horizon.
Elon Musk suggests Neuralink's first human recipient could receive an upgrade, enhancing his capabilities in rapid-reaction tasks and potentially outperforming humans in video games. This follows FDA's Breakthrough Device Designation for Neuralink's speech restoration, with 12 users globally logging extensive device use.
ASUS leads the 2025 motherboard market with feature-rich AM5 and Intel-focused options, emphasizing future-proofing and high performance. New boards support the latest CPUs, DDR5, and advanced networking, making them ideal for gaming and demanding tasks.
MSI Afterburner 4.6.7 Beta is in development, featuring a revamped interface and advanced V/F curve editor, along with support for new MSI hardware beyond graphics cards. While details are scarce, speculation includes new MSI motherboards or portable gaming devices, positioning Afterburner as a broader hardware monitoring hub.
October 31, 2025
AMD shifts RDNA 1 and RDNA 2 GPUs to maintenance mode, halting new game optimizations but continuing bug fixes, sparking mixed reactions from users. The decision raises concerns over legacy GPU support and future game performance, contrasting with competitors' longer support cycles.
The ESRB has rated Silent Hill 2 Remake for the Xbox Series, hinting at its release on the platform after its PS5 and PC exclusivity ends. Konami remains silent on the Xbox launch date, fueling speculation among eager fans.
KRAFTON introduces PUBG Ally, an AI-powered in-game companion, at the GeForce Gamer Festival in Seoul, utilizing NVIDIA ACE for low-latency on-device operation in multiple languages. Set for early 2026 testing in PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS Arcade, this AI aims to transform solo play experiences and enhance gameplay dynamics.
ARC Raiders commits to a decade-long live-service strategy, emphasizing continuous updates and community engagement. November's roadmap highlights a new map, enemies, and seasonal events to invigorate gameplay.
Nintendo won a legal battle in Colorado against Jesse Keighin, who admitted to pirating and streaming their games prematurely. The court ordered Keighin to pay $17,500 in damages and prohibited him from further infringement activities.
Samsung is set to release its P9 Express microSD cards in November, targeting gamers and content creators with prices starting at $77. These cards boast high-speed transfers, durability against environmental extremes, and compatibility with devices like the Nintendo Switch 2, making them ideal for 4K video editing and large file transfers.
Sony and Microsoft are advancing plans for the PS6 and next Xbox, focusing on new chipsets and internal tools. Meanwhile, Konami revives Silent Hill, with remakes and expansions in development, and pricing speculation places new consoles between $600 and $1,200.
NVIDIA's DLSS 4, integrated with Multi-Frame Generation and Reflex, significantly boosts ARC Raiders' performance on RTX 50 Series GPUs, achieving up to 420 FPS on the RTX 5090. This advancement highlights NVIDIA's ongoing commitment to enhancing gaming experiences through cutting-edge technology and strategic promotions.
The Minisforum MS-S1 Max leverages the Ryzen AI Max 395+ APU and integrated Radeon 8060S graphics to deliver impressive 1080p gaming, rivaling RTX 4060 capabilities. This positions it as a top choice for compact systems, balancing AI and gaming tasks effectively.
Samsung's new Galaxy S26 Ultra debuts as a flagship device, featuring a powerful Exynos 2600 chip with variable performance levels to cater to diverse user demands. This strategic move positions Samsung to enhance its flagship market presence, despite a $100 price increase across the lineup.
Xiaomi's Game Center now supports PC games on Android using Steam titles, starting with Hollow Knight, Silksong, and Stardew Valley. This experimental feature enhances Redmi devices' gaming capabilities through the WinPlay Engine by offering cross-device play and improved controller support.
The SHARGE 170W Power Bank offers robust charging with a 24,000mAh capacity and quick recharge capability via USB-C PD3.1, making it a versatile tool for multi-device users. Priced at $99 on Amazon, this power bank is encased in an IP66-rated shell, featuring advanced safety measures and a smart display for monitoring.
The iQOO Neo 9 Pro and Nubia RedMagic 9 Pro have launched, targeting high-performance users with 144Hz AMOLED displays and powerful chipsets. Meanwhile, the POCO X6 Pro 5G and Motorola Edge 50 Fusion provide strong mid-range and balanced daily-use options, respectively, with competitive specs and pricing.
Atari and PLAION REPLAI launch the Atari 2600+ PAC-MAN Edition, featuring a revamped console and joystick inspired by PAC-MAN, available globally starting Friday. The package includes a dual-feature PAC-MAN cartridge and modern amenities like HDMI and USB-C, priced at £129.99, with joysticks at £29.99.