Phanteks is continuing its mission to make custom liquid cooling more accessible with the announcement of several new additions to its EZ-Fit portfolio. The new lineup includes custom distro plates for its NV-series cases, a versatile reservoir, and a new radiator size, all featuring Phanteks' signature pre-installed, tool-free fittings.

The entire EZ-Fit series is built around a simple but brilliant idea: integrating 16mm Sharkbite-style push-in fittings directly into the components. This design, which works with both soft and rigid tubing, eliminates the often tedious and expensive process of selecting and installing separate compression fittings, dramatically simplifying the build process for newcomers and veterans alike.

Headlining the EZ-Fit water cooling series expansion are the Glacier EZ-Fit distro plates, custom-designed for a perfect fit inside Phanteks' popular NV5 and NV7 chassis. These acrylic plates are designed to be the heart of a clean single/dual-radiator loop, with a mount for a DDC pump. To customise its looks, Phanteks added ARGB lighting that you can modify.

For more flexible builds, Phanteks is also releasing the Glacier EZ-Fit 120RES-DDC, a compact 120x120mm reservoir body (pump not included) that can be mounted directly to any 120mm or 140mm fan position. In addition, it features D-RGB lighting with a diffused aluminium cover. The radiator lineup is also expanding with the new Glacier EZ-Fit 420RAD-30. This new 420mm model joins the existing sizes, offering a slim 30mm profile with an all-copper core that is perfect for modern chassis where space can be tight. Like the other new parts, it comes with the EZ-Fit fittings pre-installed and ready to go.

Most of the new lineup, including the NV5 distro plate, the reservoir, and the 420 mm radiator, is available starting today, August 19th. The custom distro plate for the larger NV7 chassis is set to follow in mid-September.

KitGuru says: Are you considering building a custom loop soon? If so, are Phanteks Glacier EZ-Fit components under consideration?

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German audio specialist Beyerdynamic is making a splash at Gamescom 2025, expanding its MMX gaming series with two new wireless headsets. The company is debuting the versatile MMX 150 wireless and offering a first look at its new flagship, the MMX 230 wireless, both of which are aimed at the premium end of the gaming audio market.

The MMX 150 wireless is designed for gamers who want a high-quality headset without the usual gamer aesthetics. It features a removable Meta Voice boom microphone, which allows the headset to instantly transform into a stylish pair of over-ear headphones for listening to music on the go. It offers dual-mode connectivity, with a low-latency 2.4 GHz dongle for serious gaming and Bluetooth 5.3 with the LC3 codec for general use, all backed by a 50-hour battery life.

For the higher end, Beyerdynamic is introducing the MMX 230 wireless. This new flagship model is packed with pro-grade features, including Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) to block out distractions and a microphone with Environmental Noise Cancellation (ENC) for crystal-clear comms. Its most unique feature, however, is a swappable battery system, allowing users to hot-swap a fresh battery into the earcup for virtually endless playtime, with each charge lasting up to 60 hours.

Both new headsets are ‘Made in Germany' and feature the high-quality build and comfort Beyerdynamic is known for, including replaceable velour ear cushions and a lightweight design. They are both powered by 40mm dynamic drivers tuned for precise spatial audio. Both new headsets are scheduled to launch in Q4 2025. The MMX 150 Wireless will cost €179, while the flagship MMX 230 Wireless will be priced at €249.

KitGuru says: Have you ever had a Beyerdynamic headset? Now that they're betting more in the gaming segment, will you consider getting one?

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Back in June, Squanch Games announced High on Life 2, a sequel to one of the best surprise games of 2022. Now a few months later, we have an official release date.

This week , Squanch Games confirmed that High on Life 2 will release on February 13th 2026. The game will still be a day-one release for Xbox Game Pass, and the game will release on PS5 and PC on day-one too.

High on Life 2 promises a bigger sequel, with more whacky and zany characters, with humour that will fit right at home for the Rick and Morty crowd. The big addition to the game this time around is the ability to skateboard, so you can quickly zoom around levels, jumping platforms and grinding rails along the way. The Skateboard can also double as a weapon if you are ever caught in a pinch.

With its new February release date, High on Life 2 will now be competing against games like Resident Evil Requiem.

KitGuru Says: Did you enjoy High on Life? Will you be jumping back in for the sequel later this year? 

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Almost exactly a year ago, Evil Empire and Ubisoft released The Rogue Prince of Persia in early access. Now at Gamescom, Ubisoft has announced that The Rogue Prince of Persia has now officially left Early Access, with Version 1.0 now rolling out to all players on PC. On top of that, the game is now available on consoles for the first time. 

The Rogue Prince of Persia is a 2D side-scrolling game where players take on the role of the titular Prince. The Prince has access to a number of parkour moves, such as wall jumping, wall running, swinging and jumping off poles, as well as access to both ranged and melee weapons. Initially, the game was planned to include a time-rewind mechanic just like in The Sands of Time, but this was later scrapped.

The Rogue Prince of Persia launch-day update adds two new biomes to the game, a new final boss fight and the final story act, so those who have been playing throughout the Early Access period will have lots of new content to explore. Those jumping in for the very first time get the complete experience. The full game is now available on PC, Xbox, PlayStation and Nintendo Switch.

Moving forward, Evil Empire will continue updating The Rogue Prince of Persia to fix up bugs and other issues. However, there are no concrete plans for additional DLC yet. If the full release version takes off like other popular roguelites on the market, then extra DLC is certainly on the table.

KitGuru Says: Have you tried The Rogue Prince of Persia already? Are you picking it up for the first time now that it has left Early Access? 

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Sony is making a push into the high-end PC gaming peripheral market with a whole new range of Inzone products. Co-developed from the ground up with input from the legendary esports organisation Fnatic, the new lineup includes headsets, Sony's first-ever gaming keyboard, an ultra-lightweight mouse, and pro-grade mousepads, all now available.

Starting with the new flagship headset, the Inzone H9 II borrows its driver technology from Sony's critically acclaimed WH-1000XM6 noise-cancelling headphones and features an AI-optimised boom mic, 2.4G wireless connectivity, and up to 30 hours of battery life, all in a sub-260g package. For tournament players who prefer in-ears, Sony is also launching the Inzone E9, a new wired in-ear monitor with a compact design, noise-isolation ear tips, virtual 7.1ch audio, and 360 spatial sound.

Sony's first gaming keyboard is the Inzone KBD-H75, a 75% layout board packed with the latest competitive tech, including an 8000 Hz polling rate, RGB backlighting, and a rapid trigger function. The keyboard is built into a machined aluminium chassis and uses a gasket mount for a premium feel and sound, with a knob for volume and other controls. To go with the keyboard is the Inzone Mouse-A, an ultra-lightweight wireless mouse weighing just 48.4 g. Despite its low weight, it boasts a 90-hour battery life and is packed with high-end features, including optical switches, an 8000 Hz polling rate, and a new proprietary Inzone sensor capable of 30K DPI and 750 IPS.

Additionally, we have the new Fnatic co-designed mousepads: the thicker and textured Inzone Mat-F for control and the slimmer and smoother Inzone Mat-D for speed. Lastly, Sony is also releasing a black variant of the Inzone H3 headset, adding a similarly priced alternative to the white model currently available.

All the new Sony Inzone products are available starting today, with the flagship H9 II headset priced at £300/€350, the Inzone E9 earbuds at £130/€150, the KBD-H75 keyboard at £250/€300, and the Mouse-A at £150/€180. Then we have the two mousepads, with the Mat-D going for £50/€60 and the Mat-F for £90/€100, and the Inzone H3 black variant, costing €100/£90.

KitGuru says: Interested in any of Sony's new peripherals? What do you think of their pricing?

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Acer UK has been cutting prices across a range of laptops for back to school season. Ahead of the start of the new term, you can find deals across a wide selection of Windows-based laptops and Chromebooks. One of the biggest discounts comes to the ACER 514 14″ Chromebook Plus, which is now on sale for less than £250 for a limited time.

The Acer 514 Chromebook Plus is powered by an efficient Intel Core 3-N355 processor, coupled with 8GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 128GB eMMC storage. You won't want to download any heavy media files or video games on this thing, but for storing crucial documents and study tools, it offers everything you need. Speaking of study tools, the latest Chromebooks all sport Google AI tools, which can aid in writing, editing images and more.

At the centre of the Acer 514 is a 14-inch Full HD IPS display with an anti-glare mate finish, making it suitable for both bright and dimly lit conditions. For online conferencing, you will find a 1080p webcam built-in with its own privacy shutter, and built-in features to enhance image quality.

As with most Chromebooks, the strongest feature here is the battery life, offering up to 15 hours of use on a single-charge, giving you enough power for a full day of classes.

This Chromebook is now down to £250 through Currys, exclusively in the UK.

KitGuru Says: Are you planning on picking up a new laptop soon?

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Earlier this year, Samsung announced its new flagship PCIe 5.0 SSDs, the 9100 PRO Series. The first units offered 1TB, 2TB and 4TB capacity options but now at long last, the 8TB is now ready to hit the market.

The Samsung 9100 Pro series SSD is designed to deliver next-generation performance and improved power efficiency, making them ideal for everything from gaming and content creation to AI applications. The 8TB variant offers sequential read speeds up to 14,800MB/s and write speeds up to 13,400MB/s. The 8TB model also provides random read and write speeds of up to 2,200K IOPS and 2,600K IOPS, respectively.

Power efficiency is another key focus. Thanks to its 5nm controller, the 9100 Pro SSD consumes less power than previous models. The 9100 Pro with Heatsink promises to take this a step further, adding an extra layer of thermal management for even lower power consumption and improved drive longevity while maintaining a slim profile of just 0.9cm.

The Samsung 9100 PRO 4TB version launched with a $570 price tag, so the 8TB version could well hit the market at $1000.

KitGuru Says: How much would you be willing to spend on an 8TB SSD?

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Just as expected, the ROG Xbox Ally got its final launch trailer at Gamescom today. The new collaborative handheld gaming system from Asus and Microsoft will begin shipping out in October, the company has confirmed at Gamescom 2025. 

The ROG Xbox Ally is unique due to its exclusive preview version of the new ‘Gaming UI' for Windows 11. Theoretically, this should bring the experience more in-line with the streamlined experience of a Steam Deck, complete with a unified library that combines games from across various PC launchers.

Those who are at Gamescom can get some early hands-on time with the ROG Xbox Ally to see how it performs and get a good feel for the device. Hollow Knight: Silksong is famously one of the demos being offered.

The ROG Xbox Ally will be available in two versions, the standard ROG Xbox Ally and the more powerful ROG Xbox Ally X. The former is powered by a Ryzen Z2A APU with four Zen 2 CPU cores with eight threads and an 8-CU RDNA 2 iGPU. ROG Xbox Ally X has a more powerful Ryzen Z2 Extreme APU with eight Zen 5 CPU cores and a bigger RDNA 3.5 iGPU, making it ideal for running more graphically intensive titles.

Xbox says the standard Xbox Ally is targeting 720p gaming, while the Xbox Ally X is geared towards full 1080p. Both handhelds will be available starting on October 16th.

KitGuru Says: Are you thinking of getting a ROG Xbox Ally when it becomes available? 

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As they did with the first game, the team at Techland have been continually supporting Dying Light 2 ever since its initial launch back in 2022. Following enhancements to the game’s weapons, graphics, parkour and more, Dying Light 2 is getting another major gameplay-altering update with the ‘Stamina Patch'.

Announcing update 1.24 via their Steam page, the team at Techland officially detailed Dying Light 2’s ‘Stamina Patch’ writing:

“The upcoming patch prioritizes game health, focusing on critical improvements rather than introducing a multitude of new features. Our aim is to enhance overall performance, stability, and player experience, ensuring a smoother and more reliable gameplay environment.”

Even so, this update is perhaps one of the most impactful since the game’s launch a couple years ago, with Dying Light 2’s stamina system receiving a major overhaul.

As of this update, engaging in the game’s parkour will no longer consume any stamina, allowing you to freely roam the rooftops as you please. This means that players should no longer come across any issues in trying to escape from enemies after or during a tough fight.

Of course, stamina as a gameplay mechanic remains, although limited to the likes of swimming, gliding and combat – seeking to “balance exploration and combat, ensuring that players can navigate the environment smoothly while managing their stamina during critical gameplay moments.”

Beyond this, the update introduces a ton of bug fixes alongside some slight tweaks to campaign moments “for a more streamlined story.”

With the upcoming Dying Light: The Beast once again having been delayed, now is as good a time as any to hop back into Dying Light 2 in the wake of all these rather massive updates.

KitGuru says: What are your thoughts on Dying Light 2 in 2025? Is it a better experience than at launch? Should parkour have functioned like this from the start? Let us know down below.

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Following its initial announcement earlier this year, Nintendo and Masahiro Sakurai finally showed off Kirby Air Riders for the first time in a lengthy 45-minute Direct. Alongside an in-depth look at the upcoming racer’s mechanics, maps, game modes and more, Nintendo has officially confirmed that Kirby Air Riders is due to launch on the 20th of November 2025 for $70.

Despite Mario Kart World only launching a few months ago, Nintendo is set to drop Kirby Air Riders on the 20th of November – a sequel to the 2003 Game Cube classic.

Described as offering ”fast-paced vehicular action” Kirby Air Riders looks to be focusing on its variety of game modes; special abilities; unique characters; vehicles (machines) and the sandbox ‘City Trial’ mode – making for what appears to be a much more chaotic and varied racing experience when compared to Mario Kart. Full details on the upcoming racer can be found HERE.

Of course, with Nintendo $80 is the new $70, and as such $70 is the new $60. It therefore comes as little surprise that Kirby Air Riders will set you back a not-so-insignificant $70. That said, you’ll have some time to start saving, as the game is set to officially launch on the 20th of November.

While the idea of a Kirby racing game seemed a bit redundant given how successful Mario Kart is, Sakurai’s latest project appears to be unique enough from Nintendo’s Kart racer to find its own niche. It will be interesting to see how the game’s online multiplayer compares to MK World.

KitGuru says: Are you excited for Air Riders? Could it replace Mario Kart World for you? Let us know down below.

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Arctic Liquid Freezer II and III AIOs have been very popular with the enthusiast PC building community due to the solid thermal performance and excellent value for money. However, Arctic now offers a new Pro version of the Liquid Freezer III, featuring new high-speed fans and it is even available in a 420mm variant. But does it still deliver the same solid thermal performance and excellent value for money? Let’s find out.

Timestamps:

00:00 Start
00:49 The Cooler / Fans / Pricing
01:44 Updates / Changes / Compatibility
02:44 Quick feature run down / Close look
06:20 The Fans
07:33 The Pump / VRM Fan
07:47 Base of CPU Block
08:03 Accessories
08:41 Installation / Test System
12:07 Noise Output
12:38 CPU Temperature Manual OC – 100% fans
12:58 CPU Temperature Manual OC – 40dBa
13:23 PBO Test
13:55 Closing Thoughts

Features:

• Arctic's latest 420mm AIO is updated and equipped with the P14 Pro series high-speed fans for improved thermal performance compared with standard non-Pro models.
• It features an easy installation process and two control options, allowing the user to either control fan, pump and VRM fan speed independently or together using the all-in-one cable option.
• The Liquid Freezer III Pro utilises a premium-class radiator, unlike most other AIO coolers that use a 27mm thick core, the Liquid Freezer III Pro uses a thicker 38mm core for optimal cooling surface area.

Specifications:

• CPU Socket Compatibility: Intel LGA1851/LGA1700, AMD AM5/AM4
• Radiator Material: Aluminium
• Radiator Dimensions: 458 (L) x 138 (W) x 38 (H) mm
• Radiator Tube Length: 500mm
• Pump Speed: 800 – 2800 rpm (PWM Controlled)
• Cold Plate Material: Micro-skived Copper
• Pump Connector: 4-pin PWM
• VRM Fan: 400 – 2500 rpm (PWM-controlled)
• Fan Dimensions: 140 x 140 x 25mm
• Fan Speed (PWM): 400 – 2500 rpm
• Fan Max Airflow: 110 CFM
• Fan Max Air Pressure: 5.2 mmH2O
• Fan Bearing: Fluid Dynamic Bearing
• Fan Connector: 4-pin PWM
• LCD Screen: N/A
• Warranty: 6 Years

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Last night at Gamescom Opening Night Live, Blizzard revealed World of Warcraft: Midnight, the next major expansion for the MMO and the second chapter in the ongoing ‘Worldsoul Saga'. MSI is hot on the heels of this reveal with the announcement of new custom WoW-themed hardware. 

MSI will be releasing custom graphics cards with new art inspired by World of Warcraft: Midnight. MSI is inviting fans to vote on the theme, giving fans a choice of a Light or Void themed graphics card. The Void is in the lead at the time of publishing.

You can cast your vote directly on the MSI website right now. We won't see the final result until ‘early 2026'.

You can catch up on the World of Warcraft: Midnight reveal at Gamescom, HERE.

KitGuru Says: Would you rather see a Void or Light themed graphics card from MSI? 

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A little over two years ago it was reported that an anime adaptation for Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice was in the works. Since then, we’d heard nothing officially from the project – aside from a domain listing for Sekiro-anime.jp a couple weeks ago. Finally, as part of Gamescom Opening Night Live, Sekiro: No Defeat was officially announced.

Officially unveiled during Gamescom ONL, Sekiro: No Defeat is a Crunchyroll exclusive anime adaptation being produced by Qzil.la – a relatively new animation studio founded back in 2021 (known best for their work on Kuromi’s Pretty Journey).

Releasing a brief trailer, the anime features a rather striking art style; though of course we will have to wait and see what the full show winds up looking like. The synopsis for Sekiro: No Defeat reads as follows:

“The time is Sengoku. Japan is fractured into many independent nations entangled in ceaseless war. At the center lies Ashina, a land of sacred earth and ancient mystery. Two decades after Sword Saint Isshin Ashina reclaimed the region in a brutal coup, a new threat emerges from within: The Interior Ministry. Desperate to protect his homeland, Isshin’s grandson Genichiro turns to forbidden powers. The only hope lies in a kidnapped boy — the Divine Heir — and his silent protector: a loyal shinobi known only as Sekiro. This is the story of a lord and his retainer — and their quest to restore balance to a nation on the edge.”

KitGuru says: What did you think of the trailer? Does the action do justice to the game it’s based on? What FromSoftware IP would you like to see get an adaptation next? Let us know down below.

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Ever since they released LEGO Star Wars The Skywalker Saga back in 2022, TTGames have been relatively quiet, with most updates on the studio coming via leaks and rumours. Finally however, the studio has come out from the shadows, announcing LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight.

Officially announced during Gamescom Opening Night Live, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is by far TTGames’ most ambitious DC LEGO game yet, featuring a fully explorable open world in the vein of Rocksteady’s Arkham games.

Of course, being a LEGO title, the game will feature plenty of TTGames’ well-known style of humour and slapstick, all wrapped up in a Batman-themed bow.

Seemingly offering an original story “inspired by decades of Batman films, television, comic books, and games, and jam-packed with Batman nostalgia” Legacy of the Dark Knight should have plenty to enjoy no matter which era you grew up in.

As mentioned, we haven’t heard from TT Games since 2022’s LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga. In this time, reports emerged regarding the studio and its development woes following multiple project cancellations.

Assuming LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is as good as it looks however, TT Games will have managed to put themselves back on the map. We will have to wait and see when the game launches some time in 2026.

KitGuru says: What did you think of Opening Night Live? What was your favourite announcement? Could this upcoming title ‘save’ TT Games? Let us know down below.

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One of the biggest surprises with Sucker Punch Productions’ Ghost of Tsushima was the addition of a free multiplayer game mode known as ‘Legends’ which released following the game’s launch in 2020. It seems the team are taking a similar route with the upcoming Ghost of Yotei – having now officially announced that the Legends mode will return in the sequel (albeit once again post-launch).

Making the announcement during Gamescom Opening Night Live, Sucker Punch / PlayStation released their new ‘Song of Vengeance’ trailer for Ghost of Yotei. Given the deep-dive we got last month, the trailer offered little in the way of new information.

That said, it concluded by teasing the return of the much-loved Legends multiplayer mode. As with the first game, Ghost of Yotei Legends is set to drop some time post-launch in 2026 – meaning at least 3 months following the game’s initial release.

As mentioned, Ghost of Tsushima Legends was also a post-launch update, arriving roughly 3 months after the game’s July 2020 release. Despite this, the co-op multiplayer mode was quite comprehensive, offering plenty to do and even featuring a raid of sorts.

Given all the general improvements coming with Ghost of Yotei, it will be highly interesting to see what Sucker Punch has in store for the returning Legends mode – and whether it will be supported for even longer than the first game.

KitGuru says: What did you think of Tsushima’s Legends mode? Should Yotei include it at launch? Does Ghost of Yotei have the potential to be a full-on live-service type game? Let us know down below.

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After years of leaks, rumours and speculation, Hollow Knight: Silksong is finally, FINALLY almost upon us. Half a decade after its initial reveal, Team Cherry has scheduled a ‘Special Announcement’ for Silksong – premiering in a little over 24 hours.

Going live at 3:30PM UK Time on the 21st of August, Team Cherry is set to host “a special announcement about Hollow Knight: Silksong!”

While no further details have been shared, given the relative silence around the sequel over the past half a decade this presentation is clearly going to give us Silksong’s long-awaited release date.

For context, a couple months ago Team Cherry confirmed that Silksong will release sometime before the 2025 Holiday season, but given how long fans have been waiting, many are hoping that the release date could be much sooner – perhaps even launching tomorrow following the showcase?

We will have to wait and see, but regardless of whether it arrives tomorrow, or on the 31st of December, Hollow Knight: Silksong is finally almost here.

KitGuru says: Are you looking forward to the presentation? When do you think Silksong is launching? Will you miss being disappointed with the lack of Silksong news once the game finally arrives? Let us know down below.

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Prior to its release on the Xbox Series X|S last year, Microsoft confirmed that Indiana Jones and the Great Circle would also be swinging its way onto PS5 in 2025. Sure enough, the game arrived in April of this year after 4 months of exclusivity on Xbox. Now Indiana Jones is set to take a (whip)crack at the Switch 2, with The Great Circle coming to Nintendo’s latest handheld-hybrid some time next year.

Announced during Gamescom Opening Night Live, Machine Games’ well-received first-person action-adventure title Indiana Jones and The Great Circle is officially coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 some time in 2026 – marking the first game from Microsoft to make the jump to Switch 2.

Of course, the Xbox console maker has brought other various games to Nintendo in the past, with the likes of Ori and the Blind Forest, Grounded and Pentiment all landing on the original Switch. That said, Indiana Jones should mark the first game developed for the Switch 2 specifically.

Interestingly, many fans expected Call of Duty to be the first Switch 2 game from Microsoft, as part of the Activision Blizzard acquisition terms required them to bring COD to Nintendo platforms. Of course, the upcoming Black Ops 7 could wind up coming to Switch 2 eventually, but not at launch.

As such, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle currently stands as the first Switch 2 title from Microsoft. It will be interesting to see how the game performs both technically and financially when it arrives on Nintendo’s platform sometime next year.

KitGuru says: What did you think of Opening Night Live? Were you expecting Indiana Jones to be the first Switch 2 release from Microsoft? Are you looking forward to the Switch 2 version or the upcoming DLC more? Let us know down below.

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Just as promised, today at Gamescom Opening Night Live, Blizzard took over the stage to give us the grand reveal of Midnight, the next World of Warcraft expansion. 

World of Warcraft: Midnight is the second chapter of the Worldsoul Saga, a new story that spans a trilogy of expansions. The story kicked off with the previous expansion, The War Within, and now later this year, WoW fans can jump back in to level up all over again and take on challenging new story content.

The trailer is essentially the full opening cinematic. If there is one thing to know about Blizzard, it is that their cinematics are always top tier and well worth watching even if you don't necessarily play the associated game. Overwatch had some incredible cinematics back in the day, Diablo has had some incredible ones, StarCraft was legendary for its cutscenes and the World of Warcraft cinematics might be the crowning jewel of them all.

World of Warcraft: Midnight will go up for pre-order soon, with the usual $50 base edition, the $70 Heroic Edition and the $90 Epic Edition. The expansion is due to release later this year. All editions include a Level 80 character skip so you can quickly catch up on a character if you've fallen behind and want to jump straight into the new content.

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The Fallout TV series garnered universal acclaim for its tone, sets and story. Season Two is now right around the corner and the new trailer premiered at Gamescom, giving us an early glimpse at this live-action rendition of New Vegas. 

In an interview during Gamescom, it was confirmed that Season Two will further explore the Maximus storyline with the Brotherhood of Steel, and Lucy and The Ghoul (played by Walter Goggins), will be spending a lot of time together, so we will start to see their personalities rub off on each other.

Fallout Season Two premiers on December 17th exclusively on Amazon Prime. This new season will further explore the connection between Mr. House and Vault Tec, along with the conspiracy that ended with humanity being driven under ground and used for experiments.

Naturally, the trailer also has plenty of action cuts too, and the first season's signature gory style has not been lost along the way.

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The second wave of Game Pass titles for the month have now been revealed. August is shaping up to be a pretty big month, as not only will Gears of War Reloaded be launching to the service, but BioWare's most recent RPG, Dragon Age: The Veilguard is also joining the library. 

Dragon Age: The Veilguard launched last year and while the game does have its problems, its action-focused take on the Dragon Age formula does have its good moments. Persona 4 Golden is another big third-party game joining Game Pass this month.

Here is the full list of titles joining Game Pass over the next two weeks, complete with dates and supported platforms:

• Blacksmith Master (PC) – Available Today
• Void Breaker (PC) – Available Today
• Goat Simulator Remastered (Xbox Series X/S) – August 20th
• Persona 4 Golden (Cloud, Console and PC) – August 20th
• Herdling (Cloud, PC and Xbox Series X/S) – August 21st
• Gears of War: Reloaded (Cloud, PC and Xbox Series X/S) – August 26th
• Dragon Age: The Veilguard (Cloud, PC and Xbox Series X/S) – August 28th

On August 31st, five games will leave the Game Pass library including Ben 10 Power Trip, Borderlands 3, Paw Patrol, Sea of Stars and This War of Mine.

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Gamescom Opening Night Live opened up with a complete new trailer for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. The full campaign trailer takes us on a global journey, showcasing levels set in Tokyo, Alaska, Los Angeles, Avalon and other major locations. 

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is set in the year 2035, offering a glimpse of a near-future world in the midst of a high-tech war. This time around, Treyarch has expanded the co-op element of the campaign too, now enabling up to four-player co-op.

For the first time, the Call of Duty campaign mode will also have an ‘end game'. This is a PvE mode designed to push co-op squads to their limits with new challenges and rewards.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 will have its full multiplayer and Zombies mode reveal at Call of Duty NEXT later this month. Open beta plans are also expected to be announced during this time.

Black Ops 7 will launch on November 14th for PC, Xbox and PlayStation. With that date in mind, the beta tests should take place in late September.

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Gigabyte is kicking off a price war in the OLED monitor space with the launch of its new MO27Q28G. This new 27-inch gaming monitor uses the same panel as LG's own UltraGear 27GX700A. However, Gigabyte is bringing it to market at a dramatically lower price point, aiming to make next-gen OLED performance more accessible.

First shown at Computex earlier this year, the MO27Q28G is one of the first monitors to use LG's 4th Gen Primary Tandem OLED technology. According to TFTCentral, the 27-inch panel packs a 1440p resolution, a 280 Hz refresh rate, and a near-instantaneous 0.03ms GtG response time. Perhaps most impressively, it can hit a peak brightness of 1500 nits in HDR, a significant leap for OLED displays. Moreover, it's VESA DisplayHDR 500 True Black-certified.

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While the panel specs are identical to LG's own UltraGear OLED 27GX700A, the pricing is not. The Gigabyte MO27Q28G has launched in China for just CNY 2,899 (around $409), a massive 37% cheaper than LG's CNY 4,599 asking price for its equivalent model. The monitor is expected to launch in the US by the end of this month for around $499, which would make it an incredibly compelling offer for enthusiasts.

Despite the aggressive price, Gigabyte hasn't skimped on features. The monitor is certified for AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and is also Nvidia G-Sync Compatible. Connectivity is decent, with two HDMI 2.1 ports, a DisplayPort 1.4 port, a headphone jack, and a USB-C port that supports DisplayPort Alt Mode and provides 18W of power delivery. A built-in USB 3.2 hub, a KVM switch, and 2x 5W speakers are also included.

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KitGuru says: By aggressively undercutting the competition, Gigabyte is set to make next-gen OLED monitors much more accessible. For gamers who have been waiting for a high-refresh-rate, high-brightness OLED with a lower price tag, the MO27Q28G is one to watch when it hits the Western markets.

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Lexar has today announced a new variant of its EQ790 M.2 NVMe SSD, now featuring a pre-installed passive heatsink. This new model is aimed squarely at PC and PlayStation 5 gamers looking for a simple, out-of-the-box storage solution with solid performance and built-in cooling.

The new heatsink-equipped EQ790 (via TechPowerUP) will be available in 1 TB, 2 TB, and 4 TB capacities. All three models boast a sequential read speed of up to 7,000 MB/s. However, sequential write speeds are capacity-dependent, with the 1 TB and 2 TB variants rated for up to 5,000 MB/s, while the top-end 4 TB model gets a rated 6,000 MB/s.

The main addition here is the new red and black passive heatsink to keep temperatures low during operation. Measuring 80x24x9.7mm, the drive is fully compliant with the size requirements for the PlayStation 5's M.2 expansion slot. This makes it a convenient drop-in solution for console gamers wanting to expand their library, as no third-party heatsink is required for installation.

Lexar is rating the drives for up to 2,400 TBW and an MTBF of 1.5 million hours. Moreover, it's backing the new SSD series with a five-year limited warranty. Pricing for the 1 TB version is £69.99. The pricing for the 2 TB and 4 TB versions is still unknown, but seeing the 1 TB version is £10 more expensive than the heatsink-less model, we expect they will cost around £130 and £250, respectively.

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KitGuru says: Would you pay the extra £10 for the heatsink variant, or is the additional cost not worth the lower temperatures?

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Mark your calendars for November 11th. AMD has officially announced that it will be holding its next Financial Analyst Day, the company's first major strategy and product roadmap event in quite some time. For tech enthusiasts, these events are a treasure trove of information, often providing the first official glimpse into the company's long-term plans for its next generation of products.

The last Financial Analyst Day, held back in June 2022, was where AMD first detailed the Zen 4 and Zen 5 architectures, as well as the MI300 series of accelerators. With most of that roadmap now fulfilled, the industry will be watching closely to see what AMD has planned for the Zen 6 and RDNA 5 (or CDNA).

Although the presentations will likely be heavy on enterprise and AI, there's a chance we'll get some info on consumer-oriented products, even if it is a brief teaser.

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