MSI is back with another component game bundle. This time around, MSI is offering up 2025's highest-rated game to date – Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Those picking up select MSI PC cases or power supplies in the near future will be eligible for a free copy of the game. 

The eligible MSI cases and power supplies all belong to the MEG, MPG, and MAG series. For cases, the campaign includes the MEG Maestro 700L and Prospect 700R, as well as the MPG Gungnir 300R and Velox 300R series. As for the PSUs, the eligible products are the MEG Ai1600T and Ai1300P, the MPG A1250GS, A1000GS, and A1000G, as well as the MAG A1250GL and A1000GL PSUs.

Paired with this hardware, you get to dive into the world of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. This is a turn-based fantasy RPG set in a unique Belle Époque-inspired world where players join Expedition 33 to battle against a mysterious entity known as the Paintress, who threatens all life with a deadly curse. You'll explore this intriguing setting, uncover mysteries, and engage in strategic combat.

The campaign is only available for eligible products acquired between April 24th and May 24th, but the key can be redeemed until June 21st, or while supplies last. The key can then be activated up to April 24th, 2026. For more details on this bundle, please visit the campaign's website.

KitGuru says: Are you planning to buy a new PC case or power supply? Perhaps this bundle could be of interest if you were also planning to play Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.

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In recent weeks, there have been reports that Intel intends to undergo a wider restructuring that could see its workforce reduced by as much as 20%. While Intel has not yet confirmed any specific numbers, CEO Lip-Bu Tan, has confirmed that layoffs will be taking place soon.

Lip-Bu Tan wants Intel to be a leaner company with a more engineer-first mindset. This process will involve ‘flattening the organisation' to remove “unnecessary bureaucracy”. It has also been noted that management are no longer to focus on team size as a key performance metric.

Speaking more specifcally on the wider lay-offs, Tan said: “There is no way around the fact that these critical changes will reduce the size of our workforce. As I said when I joined, we need to make some very hard decisions to put our company on a solid footing for the future. This will begin in Q2 and we will move as quickly as possible over the next several months.”

Tan adds that Intel will be “very intentional” about where to focus its efforts moving forward as it looks to regain technical leadership.

You can read the full press release, HERE.

KitGuru Says: Intel will be making some big cuts over the next few months. With big launches like the first Intel 18A processors scheduled ahead, we'll have to keep an eye out for any potential roadmap changes. 

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Razer is expanding its reach further into the workspace. They've just unveiled two new wireless mice aimed squarely at productivity: the Razer Pro Click V2 Vertical Edition, and the updated Razer Pro Click V2. These mice blend gaming-grade precision with a focus on ergonomic comfort, designed for all-day support without sacrificing performance.

Leading the charge for unique ergonomics is Razer's first vertical wireless mouse, the Pro Click V2 Vertical Edition. Its 71.7° angle mimics a natural handshake grip to reduce strain, and the extended thumb rest and base support further enhance comfort and improve wrist posture. The standard Razer Pro Click V2 features a more traditional yet ergonomic 30° inclined angle for a neutral hand position, with comfortable curves and rubberised grips that aid all-day use.

Both Pro Click V2 mice are packed with serious tech. They feature the Razer Focus Pro 30K optical sensor for exceptional precision with 99.8% accuracy, ensuring smooth tracking even on glass. Mechanical switches rated for 60 million clicks provide crisp feedback for demanding tasks. At the same time, Razer's HyperScroll Technology offers versatility with rapid Free-Spin scrolling for documents and tactile cycling for precise control. Perhaps the most unique feature for a productivity mouse is Razer's new AI Prompt Master. This tool streamlines the prompt writing process by providing quick access to popular AI services, such as ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot. Users can instantly rephrase, summarise, or create prompts simply by pressing a dedicated mouse button.

Connectivity is robust, offering 5-way multi-device pairing, including Razer's ultra-low-latency HyperSpeed Wireless, which ensures smooth, lag-free performance across multiple devices, such as PCs, laptops, and tablets. Battery life is quite good, with a five-minute USB-C charge providing up to 2-3 working days of usage. A Smart Dimming feature also helps conserve power. Both models feature multi-zone, full underglow Razer Chroma RGB lighting, allowing for customisable effects that can sync with over 300 compatible games and devices.

The Razer Pro Click V2 Vertical Edition is now available, priced at £119.99/€129.99/$119.99. The standard Razer Pro Click V2 is also available now for £99.00/€109.99/$99.99.

KitGuru says: Looking for a more ergonomic mouse than your typical gaming mouse? Maybe Razer's new Pro Click V2 mice are worth your attention.

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Lexar is expanding its SSD portfolio with the introduction of three new NVMe models. The company is rolling out the Professional NM1090 PRO PCIe 5.0 SSD, the NQ780 M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 SSD, and the NQ700 M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 SSD, all designed to provide the maximum performance on their respective PCIe standards.

Lexar's new flagship is the Professional NM1090 PRO PCIe 5.0 SSD. This drive is designed for those who demand the absolute peak in storage performance, boasting sequential read speeds of up to 14,000 MB/s and write speeds of up to 13,000 MB/s. Powering this speed is a 6nm controller, chosen in part for its ability to efficiently manage heat, promoting more consistent performance under sustained loads. Leveraging features such as dedicated DRAM Cache and SLC dynamic cache, the NM1090 PRO is designed to dramatically increase data transfer speeds, reduce loading times, and enhance overall system responsiveness.

Stepping down in raw speed, but still firmly in the high-performance category, is the NQ780 M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 SSD. This drive is built with premium technology, allowing it to deliver sequential read speeds of up to 7,000 MB/s and write speeds of up to 6,000 MB/s. The NQ780 features a convenient single-sided design, making it ideal for installation in laptops and compact systems where space can be limited. Its Intelligent Power Control further enhances its suitability for mobile use. Lexar also bundles the useful Lexar DiskMaster SSD management software with the drive, allowing users to update firmware and monitor the health of their storage easily.

Then, in the PCIe 3.0 realm, there's the NQ700 SSD, capable of delivering read speeds of up to 4,500 MB/s and write speeds of up to 3,000 MB/s. Featuring SLC dynamic cache and HMB (Host Memory Buffer), the NQ700 can enhance responsiveness on most systems that still use older SATA drives. Like the NQ780, it supports Lexar DiskMaster to update firmware and monitor the drive's health.

The Professional NM1090 PRO is currently available for purchase in 1TB and 2TB capacities, priced at $179.99 and $269.99, respectively. A larger 4TB option is expected to be added to the lineup later this summer. The NQ780 is now available in three capacities: a 1TB model priced at approximately $79.99, a 2TB option at $149.99, and a spacious 4TB version priced at $289.99. Lastly, the NQ700 will be available in 1TB and 2TB capacities, but pricing hasn't been disclosed yet.

KitGuru says: Of the three new Lexar SSDs, which would best suit your needs?

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While Nvidia announced specs and pricing for the RTX 5060 at the same time as the RTX 5060 Ti, the standard edition graphics card has not yet been made available. That should change in a few weeks' time.

According to Videocardz the RTX 5060 will launch on the 19th of May and board partners have been given updated embargo details. If true, we should start hearing more about the RTX 5060 in the weeks ahead. This graphics card is set to be the new entry point to the RTX 50 line-up, with prices starting at $299.

In the table below, you can see RTX 5060 specs, compared with previous-gen RTX x60 series GPUs, as well as the RTX 5060 Ti.

GPU	RTX 3060	RTX 4060	RTX 5060	RTX 5060 Ti
Shader Cores	Ampere SM 13 TFLOPS	Ada SM 15 TFLOPS	Blackwell SM 19 TFLOPS	Blackwell SM 24 TFLOPS
Tensor Cores	3rd Gen FP16 102 AI TOPS	4th Gen FP8/FP16 242 AI TOPS	5th Gen FP4/FP8/FP16 614 AI TOPS	5th Gen FP4/FP8/FP16 759 AI TOPS
RT Cores	2nd Gen 25 TFLOPS	3rd Gen 35 TFLOPS	4th Gen 58 TFLOPS	4th Gen 72 TFLOPS
Memory Subsystem	12GB GDDR6	8GB GDDR6	8GB GDDR7	8GB / 16GB GDDR7
Launch Pricing	$329	$299	$299	$379 (8GB) / $429 (16GB)

AMD is also expected to be launching a new graphics card soon – the RX 9060 XT.

KitGuru Says: Have you been waiting on the RTX 5060 before upgrading? 

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Last year, Ubisoft sparked backlash after it took its original open-world racing game, The Crew, offline and went as far as removing the game entirely from digital libraries. To avoid making the exact same mistake with The Crew 2 and The Crew Motorfest, Ubisoft is gearing up to introduce offline modes.

Both The Crew 2 and The Crew Motorfest will be getting an offline play mode to “ensure long-term access to both titles”. Additionally, the developers have committed to releasing more content for both games in the future. Currently, the offline mode for The Crew 2 is set to begin testing this week. Assuming there are no major problems, the offline mode should roll out to all players in a month or so.

The offline mode for The Crew Motorfest is still on the way, but there is no release timeline yet. The game continues to get seasonal updates and still has years of planned content ahead.

KitGuru Says: It sounds like The Crew Motorfest's offline mode is not a priority right now, but that should change once the offline mode for The Crew 2 has rolled out to all.

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During a livestream last night, Remedy announced its launch plans for its first multiplayer game – FBC: Firebreak. Set in the Control universe, the game will put players in clean-up squads, tasked with containing anomalies throughout The Oldest House. 

The game will be launching on Steam and the Epic Games Store, a notable change from Alan Wake 2, which has remained an Epic Games Store exclusive since launch. The game will also be available on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. Better yet, Remedy will be adding the game to both PlayStation Plus Premium and Xbox Game Pass (PC Game Pass included.

If you do opt to buy the game, it will cost £32.99, and a deluxe edition that includes various skins, sprays, armour sets and voice packs, will cost £7.99. The game officially launches on the 17th of June. So far, no beta has been announced, so it is unclear if there will be an opportunity to test the game before release.

A gameplay trailer for FBC: Firebreak released earlier this week.

KitGuru Says: With it coming to Game Pass, I'll definitely give this a try. Hopefully The Oldest House remains as fun a playground as it was in Control. 

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The Marvel Rivals team has not been shy about teasing future heroes by leaving references in the game files. Through datamining, all of Marvel Rivals' heroes so far have leaked beforehand. This week, another leak has given us further insight into the next wave of playable characters. 

XOXLEAK, an account that leaked Oblivion Remastered details earlier this week, and has also leaked Marvel Rivals content previously, has now shared a new set of characters the developers are working on. Hive and Armor are up as potential new tank characters, Amaranth could make an appearance as a DPS hero and finally, White Fox and Forge are up as potential new support role characters.

Datamining gives insight into what the developers are working on, but it is never a 100% guarantee that a certain character will make it into the live game. A few previously datamined characters have already been put on hold for reasons unknown.

XOX also revealed a few other new pieces of content, including new team-up abilities, as well as new cosmetic store bundles.

KitGuru Says: Forge gets a vote from me – I'm always keen to see more X-Men characters. 

 

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Bungie has officially begun public playtests for Marathon and players are quickly digging into all aspects of the game. One thing that immediately stood out to many PC gamers was the option to switch on aim assist with a mouse, and as you might expect, this has stirred up quite the debate. 

While many shooters will offer some form of aim assist to controller users, aim assist is traditionally not offered to keyboard and mouse users due to the ease of aiming with a mouse compared to a controller's analogue sticks. While aim assist on controllers is generally accepted, spoofing your input to access aim assist on a mouse is often viewed as cheating and many games now actively ban players for using such tools.

In Marathon, aim assist is available for both controller users and mouse users. It is switched on by default in the Marathon alpha and helps your crosshair stick to moving targets. While this might not be as big of a deal in a PvE focused game like Destiny, Marathon is a competitive game that heavily leans towards PvP action. Typically in a PvP game, we would expect there to be a skill gap, whoever has the faster aim and better recoil control will win the shootout. With the aim assist feature, recoil control is neutralised, taking a significant element of skill out of the game.

The baffling part about this is that Bungie is well known for its ability to make gunplay feel good. Halo became legendary because first and foremost, it was a fantastic shooter. Destiny has survived on the back of its gameplay, rather than story elements, for a decade.

Based on the clips we're seeing from Marathon already, the aim assist function does a lot of heavy lifting, more than what we're used to seeing in games like Call of Duty. A clip from streamer, Shroud, encapsulates this with all of the participants stating that they are ‘aim botting'.

Bungie has not yet commented on the feedback but based on the pushback to aim assist for mouse users, I can't imagine this feature remains in the game at launch.

KitGuru Says: I expect this to be removed, or at the very least, heavily nerfed. With how heavy-handed the aim assist was, it should probably be nerfed a bit on controllers too. 

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Each month, Sony updates its PlayStation Plus Extra/Premium libraries with a number of new and returning titles. Unfortunately, at the same time the company also removes games from the service on a monthly basis – with the likes of GTA V, InFamous Second Son and well over a dozen more titles departing PS Plus in May.

In going to the PlayStation Plus tab on your PS5, you’ll find a list of  titles under the ‘Last Chance to Play’ section. Leaving the service at some point in May are the following:

• GTA V
• MotoGP 24
• Sims 4 Island Living Expansion
• Walkabout Mini Golf
• Synth Riders
• Ghostbusters Rise of the Ghost Lord: Frozen Empire
• Before Your Eyes
• The Walking Dead Saints & Sinners + Retribution
• Lego Marvel Super heroes 2
• Stranded Alien Dawn
• Lego Movie 2
• Ghostrunner
• Payday 2
• Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night
• Journey to the Savage Planet
• Portal Knights
• Enter the Gungeon
• Batman Arkham Knight
• InFamous Second Son

Easily the biggest game being removed is GTA V, however amongst this list of departees are a number of surprising titles.

Given the fact that InFamous Second Son is a first-party PlayStation title developed by Sucker Punch Productions, its removal from the service makes little sense – especially as this marks the only version of the game available (meaning this isn’t being done in order to add a remastered SKU later on).

Beyond this, other notable titles leaving include the fun first-person open-zone platform shooter ‘Journey to the Savage Planet’; the surprisingly immersive VR title ‘The Walking Dead Saints & Sinners’ and last but not least the fun, fast-paced first-person parkour slasher ‘Ghostrunner’.

While April’s PlayStation Plus Extra/Premium line-up was one of its best in a while, hopefully Sony has some major plans for PS Plus next month in order to make up for the slew of titles leaving the service.

KitGuru says: What do you think of the departing titles? Will you try to complete any of them before they’re gone? How can Sony make up for this next month? Let us know down below.

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Humble bundles are a great way to get a bunch of great games for a relatively low price. Ahead of the upcoming launch of id Software’s Doom: The Dark Ages, Humble is now offering an id & friends bundle – featuring the likes of DOOM Eternal, Wolfenstein and more.

Available to purchase in 3 forms, paying just £3.77 will net you two titles:

• DOOM 3
• DOOM 64

Upping your contributions to £9.07 will get you the above, plus:

• DOOM (2016)
• DOOM + DOOM II (the OGs)
• Wolfenstein: The New Order
• Wolfenstein: The Old Blood

Finally, paying the full £21.16 adds the following on top:

• DOOM Eternal
• DOOM Eternal Year One Pass
• Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus
• 10% off DOOM: The Dark Ages / Premium Edition

As always, a small portion of the money raised will go towards charity, with this bundle in particular supporting Direct Relief: “A nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that has become one the world’s largest providers of medical relief in the world.”

The Humble id & Friends Game Bundle is available to purchase from now until the 11th of May. In case you missed it, this month’s Humble Choice line-up is also available to claim right now, the full details of which can be found HERE.

KitGuru says: What do you think of this bundle? Will you pick it up? Are you more of a fan of Wolfenstein or DOOM and why? Let us know down below.

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While predominantly seen as a console-focused studio, ATLUS announced back in 2021 that they wanted to bring more of their titles (past and future) to additional platforms. Since then, we’ve seen the likes of Persona 5, P3R, SMT V and more come to PC – to great success. In discussing last year’s Metaphor: ReFantazio, the team revealed that sales on the platform had “exceeded expectations.”

In an interview conducted by the Japanese publication 4Gamer (and translated by Automaton-Media), the director and creative producer for Metaphor: ReFantazio – Katsura Hashino – spoke on ATLUS’ shift towards simultaneous releases across multiple platforms, saying:

“Even as a developer, I believe that there is much merit in each player being able to enjoy the game in their preferred environment, and I’m glad that we were able to accomplish that.”

This new strategy seems to be paying off, with Hashino revealing that sales for Metaphor: ReFantazio on PC exceeded the team’s expectations. While we’ve not gotten any updated figures in quite some time, the game was confirmed to have been the biggest launch for ATLUS so far, selling over 1 million copies in its first day.

Considering that Metaphor: ReFantazio is a brand new IP, its success across the board is worthy of note – especially given its surprising popularity on PC. Hopefully this means all future ATLUS games will continue to release simultaneously across all platforms.

KitGuru says: What did you think of Metaphor? Was it your 2024 GOTY? Will Persona 6 come to all platforms on day-one? Let us know your thoughts down below.

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Well over a decade on from its launch, GTA V remains more relevant than ever, with the game selling over 210 million copies since 2013 and continuing to see a solid 100,000+ concurrent players on PC on the daily. Beyond players themselves, GTA V continues to be one of the most-viewed games in the world, with the title topping viewership charts for Twitch in 2024.

As reported by The Verge, Twitch has released an infographic showing off various stats for the biggest games on the platform in 2024. Having a 60% market share in global gaming live-streaming, Twitch remains by far the biggest platform for insights into the general gaming landscape in this regard.

With over 15 billion hours of gaming content viewed in 2024, many games were privy to their 15 minutes of fame. That said, one title reigned supreme, with GTA V taking up almost 10% of the entire year’s views with over 1.4 billion hours watched.

Second place meanwhile went to League of Legends (1.19 billion hours), followed by Valorant (804 million hours); Fortnite (539 million hours) and rounding up the top 5 was Call of Duty with 451 million hours watched in 2024.

While yes, GTA V is one of the biggest games of all time, its continued relevance on Twitch in particular is due in part to the ongoing popularity of the game’s roleplaying servers – a function which popped up independently of Rockstar/Take-Two’s own ambitions for the game.

With GTA VI set to release at some point later this year, it will be interesting to see how the game performs both in terms of sales, but also continued livestream viewership figures.

Given the fact that no PC release has been announced yet, GTA V’s RP servers will likely remain quite popular for the foreseeable future. It will be interesting to see how the two will compete in this regard.

KitGuru says: How often do you go on Twitch? Which game do you like to watch the most? Will GTA V’s RP servers remain popular following GTA VI’s release? Let us know your thoughts down below.

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In recent weeks, we've been hearing about two unannounced AMD graphics cards. The upcoming RX 9060 XT still appears to be on track for an announcement in the coming weeks, but the situation has changed for the rumoured RX 9070 GRE, which may have been delayed. 

As reported by VideoCardz (via Board Channels forum), the Radeon RX 9060 XT is expected to arrive relatively soon, with reports suggesting a release in the coming weeks, placing its debut around late May or early June 2025. Some mentions point to a “product release” on May 18th, and a June launch date.

The same report also mentions the Radeon RX 9070 GRE. While specifications for this model have surfaced recently, this latest leak introduces a potential wrinkle in its launch timeline. The release date for this RX 9070 GRE has allegedly been pushed back significantly, now targeted for some time in Q4.

The RX 9060 XT is rumoured to utilise the full Navi 44 GPU configuration, reportedly packing 2048 Stream Processors. AMD is expected to offer this specific card in two memory configurations, giving consumers a choice between a more future-proof 16GB variant and a more cost-conscious 8GB option. As for the RX 9070 GRE, it is expected to feature a Navi 48 GPU with a core count of 3072, paired with a 12GB memory configuration across a 192-bit bus.

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KitGuru says: Are you more interested in the Radeon RX 9060 XT or the Radeon RX 9070 GRE?

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We are over a year on from the successful launch of Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth, the second part in Square Enix's grand remake trilogy. Now, all attention has turned to the third and final installment, and it looks like development is already quite far along, with voice lines already being recorded. 

Voice actor, Cody Christian, who voices the English language version of Cloud Strife in the remake trilogy, shared an update on social media this week, confirming that voice lines are now being recorded for the next game.

This falls in line with Square Enix's timeline. From Final Fantasy 7 Remake to Rebirth, it took Square Enix around three years of development time. With the third part of the trilogy, Square Enix is aiming for another three year timeline, which would give us a release in 2027.

Given that voice actors are now in the booth recording their lines, it is safe to say that the story is settled on and development is progressing smoothly.

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KitGuru Says: If we're getting a 2027 release date, then we should start getting real news on the third entry in this trilogy starting in 2026. 

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It has only been around six months since Frostpunk 2 hit the market but the team at 11 Bit Studios already has its next game in the series underway. Recently, 11 Bit revealed that a new Frostpunk game was now in development, with a planned launch in 2027. Now, we know much more about that project. 

The new Frostpunk game won't be Frostpunk 3 or a new standalone spin-off title. Instead, it is being referred to as Frostpunk 1886, and it is a ‘reimagining' of the original 2018 strategy title.

Frostpunk 1886 will reimagine the original game in Unreal Engine 5. By remaking the game in UE5, 11 Bit Studios will be free from the limitations of its old engine, which hampered development on additional content and led to zero mod support for the original game. All of that will be fixed with Frostpunk 1886, allowing the development team to have more ambitious post-launch plans, and allowing modders to add their own content to the game.

While Frostpunk 1886 does not appear to be the priority for 11 Bit Studios, that doesn't mean work on Frostpunk 2 is ending. The company has promised to work on both platforms simultaneously, so we should still see future content for Frostpunk 2.

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KitGuru Says: It seems a little soon to be going back in time to Frostpunk 1, but the technical aspects of the remake are appealing. After all, many strategy sim games like this get a ton of extra life from mod support and the original game unfortunately lacked that. 

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Supermassive Games, the studio known for Until Dawn, The Quarry and The Dark Pictures Anthology, has unfortunately had its next game cancelled. It turns out, this studio had been working on a Blade Runner game, which has now been cancelled before it could even be announced.

According to sources speaking with Insider Gaming, the game was set to be titled ‘Blade Runner: Time to Live', and was set to be a character-focused action-adventure game. The single-player campaign would have been around 12 hours long, according to pre-production documentation detailing the studio's plans for the game.

The game had only entered development in September 2024 and was quickly cancelled by the end of the year. If the project had gone ahead, it would have been targeting a 2027 launch for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.

Those who had worked on the project labelled it as ‘impressive' but unfortunately, an issue between Supermassive Games and Blade Runner rights holder, Alcon Entertainment, led to plans for the game being scrapped. The title would have apparently cost $45 million to make.

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KitGuru Says: Game development rarely goes entirely to plan, so I have my doubts that this game would have been all wrapped up in just three years, but as the relationship between the studio and the IP owner went south almost instantly, we will never know for sure.

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Nvidia has announced the next round of titles for GeForce Now. This week, eight more games will join the cloud gaming library, including Bethesda's surprise release of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered. 

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered launched on Tuesday this week for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles. The remaster uses an Unreal Engine 5 layer to handle all of the game's visual elements, allowing for a total transformation of the game, without having to rebuild all of the game's functions and mechanics. The game is available day-one on GeForce Now and if you have a Game Pass subscription, you can link your Microsoft account with your GeForce Now account for instant access, without having to make an additional purchase.

Here is the full list of titles joining GeForce Now this week:

• The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass, April 22)
• Sunderfolk (New release on Steam, April 23)
• Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass, April 24)
• Ace Attorney Investigations Collection (Steam and Xbox, available on the Microsoft Store)
• Ace Attorney Investigations Collection Demo (Steam and Xbox, available on the Microsoft Store)
• Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster Demo (Steam)
• EXFIL (Steam)
• Sands of Aura (Epic Games Store)

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KitGuru Says: What do you think of the latest round of games announced for GeForce Now?

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Hot on the heels of the announcement of Intel's 200S Boost technology, MSI has now stepped forward with an extensive list of motherboards that support the new feature. The entire lineup of MSI Z890 series motherboards will offer complete, out-of-the-box support for Intel 200S Boost.

Intel 200S Boost functions as a clever memory and interconnect enhancement technology, designed to reliably push DDR5 memory performance and related CPU fabrics beyond standard specifications. To ensure this works flawlessly for users, MSI has not only enabled the feature but also established partnerships with key memory manufacturers and conducted extensive testing. This work means a wide array of DDR5 modules have been certified to meet Intel's 200S Boost specifications, promising improved performance straight out of the box.

Perhaps the most compelling aspect for enthusiasts, gamers, and creators is the sheer ease of use. Once you have the compatible Core Ultra 200K CPU and a tested DDR5 memory kit installed on your MSI Z890 board, activating the 200S Boost is designed to be incredibly straightforward. Users can quickly and easily enable the profile using MSI's Click BIOS X interface, bypassing the need for time-consuming manual tuning and requiring no deep technical expertise.

To ensure users can immediately benefit from this technology, MSI has already gone live with the latest BIOS updates across its entire Z890 motherboard range. Users are strongly encouraged to visit MSI's official website and check the product pages for their specific Z890 model to download and install the most recent BIOS version. The full list of Z890 motherboards supporting Intel 200S Boost can be found below:

• MEG Z890 GODLIKE
• MEG Z890 ACE
• MEG Z890 UNIFY-X
• MPG Z890 CARBON WIFI
• MPG Z890 EDGE TI WIFI
• MPG Z890I EDGE TI WIFI
• MAG Z890 TOMAHAWK WIFI
• Z890 GAMING PLUS WIFI
• Z890 GAMING WIFI
• PRO Z890-A WIFI
• PRO Z890-P WIFI
• PRO Z890-P
• PRO Z890-S WIFI
• PRO Z890-S WIFI WHITE
• PRO Z890-S WIFI PZ

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KitGuru says: Do you own an Intel Core 200K and an MSI Z890 motherboard? Will you try out the 200S Boost technology?

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As the excitement builds around Intel's recently unveiled ‘200S Boost' performance profile, G.Skill is stepping forward with their memory compatibility details. The company has announced that it has a comprehensive list of its DDR5 memory profiles ready and verified to work with Intel's new feature, ranging from DDR5-6000 up to DDR5-8000 speeds.

Intel's 200S Boost is designed to enhance performance specifically for platforms equipped with unlocked Intel Core Ultra 200S series desktop processors and a compliant Intel Z890 motherboard. The feature itself leverages Intel's XMP 3.0 memory overclock profiles and automatically adjusts other crucial CPU parameters in tandem for improved overall system performance when enabled in the motherboard BIOS.

To take full advantage of the 200S Boost, you'll need a Core Ultra 200K CPU, a compatible Intel Z890 board (such as the ones MSI has announced support for), and validated DDR5 memory kits. Intel's requirements for this validation include supporting an Intel XMP 3.0 profile with speeds up to DDR5-8000 and operating at a maximum rated voltage of 1.4V. Given their long-standing focus on performance and compatibility, G.Skill has been proactive, verifying numerous memory models against these criteria since the 200S Boost program was introduced, ensuring builders have plenty of compatible options.

For builders keen to utilise G.Skill's DDR5 memory kits with Intel 200S Boost, they should check the official list of validated memory kits on Intel's website and download the list. Once downloaded, the necessary details confirming which specific G.Skill kits are validated for 200S Boost can be found by referencing the dedicated sheet within the spreadsheet labelled ‘ARL 200S Boost'.

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KitGuru says: Even if your kit isn't within the list, it doesn't mean you can't try out the 200S Boost profile. As such, it's always worth a try.

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As prices continue to surge, we welcome the arrival of budget components such as the MSI MAG B860 Tomahawk WiFi motherboard which supports Intel Core Ultra 200S processors. Or rather we welcome them in theory, but the practice looks somewhat more messy. This B860 Tomahawk has cut a bunch of features from the Z890 yet the price has barely changed, and that seems utterly bizarre.

Time stamps
00:00 Start
01:07 B860 & Z890
06:23 Pricing
07:12 B860 Features
09:31 Test System / BIOS
11:56 Cinebench 2024 Multicore
12:16 Geekbench 6 Multicore
12:35 CPU Power Consumption
13:00 Far Cry 6 1080p
13:14 Far Cry 6 1440p
13:29 Assassins Creed Mirage 1080p
13:39 Assassins Creed Mirage 1440p
13:46 Cyberpunk 2077 1080p
13:53 Cyberpunk 2077 1440p
14:03 Total War Pharaoh 1080p
14:13 Total War Pharaoh 1440p
14:24 Closing Thoughts

Key features

• Flagship VRM Design: 12+1+1+1 Duet Rail Power System – 60A Smart Power Stages.
• EZ PCIe Release:- An easy to access physical button release mechanism that can help remove any PCIe card with a single tap.
• EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II: MSI’s exclusive EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II makes M.2 installation seamless.
• Fast and Future-ready Storage: Triple M.2 connectors – 1x Gen 5 M.2 and 2x Gen 4 M.2
• Ultra Connect: Thunderbolt 4, 5G LAN and Wi-Fi 7

Specification:
Chipset: Intel B860
CPU Support: Intel Core Ultra ( Series 2) LGA 1851.
VRMs: 12+1+1+1 x60A Smart Power Stages
Monolithic Power MP29005-A controller and MPS2414 MOSFETs

Memory support:
4 DIMMs, Dual Channel DDR5, Maximum Memory Capacity 256GB
Max. overclocking frequency:
1DPC 1R Max speed up to 9200+ MT/s
1DPC 2R Max speed up to 7200+ MT/s
2DPC 1R Max speed up to 6400+ MT/s
2DPC 2R Max speed up to 5600+ MT/s

Expansion slots:
1x PCIe Gen 5.0 x16 slot
1x PCIe Gen 4.0 x4 slot
1x PCIe Gen 4.0 x1 slot

Storage:
1x M.2 Gen 5.0 x4 (from CPU)
2x M.2 Gen 4.0 x4 (from chipset)
4x SATA 6Gbps

USB support:
1x Thunderbolt 4 40Gbps Type-C
1x USB 10Gbps Type-C (Rear)
1x USB 10Gbps Type-C (Front)
4x USB 10Gbps Type-A (Rear)
2x USB 5Gbps Type-A (Front)
4x USB 2.0 (Rear)
4x USB 2.0 (Front)

Ethernet: Intel Killer E5000B 5Gbps LAN
Wireless: Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 BE1750x, Bluetooth 5.4
Audio: Realtek ALC892 7.1-Channel Audio
PCB: 6-layer
Form Factor: ATX 244mm x 305mm

Performance and Testing

Test system
Processor: Intel Core Ultra 7 265K
Motherboard: MSI MAG B860 Tomahawk
Memory: 48GB G.Skill Trident Z5 CK CUDIMM DDR5-8200
CPU Cooler: MSI MAG CoreLiquid i360
Graphics card: MSI RTX 4090 Ventus 3X 24GB
Power supply: Seasonic Focus ATX3.1 GX-1000 Gold
SSD: 1TB Crucial T700 M.2 NVMe
OS: Windows 11 24H2

Cinebench 2024 Multi Core

In Cinebench 2024 Multi Core the MSI MAG B860 Tomahawk WiFi performs well and is level pegging with the much more expensive MSI MEG Z890 Ace.

Far Cry 6 at 1080p

In Far Cry 6 at 1080p the MSI MAG B860 Tomahawk WiFi performs well at 1080p but takes a small hit compared to our previous testing.

Far Cry 6 at 1440p

Stepping up to 1440p in Far Cry 6 helps the MSI MAG B860 Tomahawk WiFi. This might be due to a shift in load from the CPU to the GPU with high resolution but whatever the reason, the B860 performs well.

Cyberpunk 2077 at 1080p

In Cyberpunk 2077 at 1080p the B860 Tomahawk does a good job and cannot be separated from the Z890 Ace,

Cyberpunk 2077 at 1440p

It is a similar story in Cyberpunk 2077 at 1440p as the two MSI motherboards deliver near-identical performance, regardless of the gulf in cost.

Closing Thoughts

In principle we like the idea of budget chipsets and motherboards, provided you get a reasonable set of features and a sensible approach to pricing. It is clear that MSI was thinking along these lines with the Z890 and B860 Tomahawk models as there was clear separation between the two motherboards in terms of features and price. The snag is that the Z890 Tomahawk has been discounted and that renders the B860 irrelevant.

The upshot is that the MAG Z890 Tomahawk WiFi is a good motherboard with loads of interesting features and a decent level of connectivity, however it is beaten in every department by MSI's own MAG Z890 Tomahawk WiFi. Our advice is to skip the MSI Tomahawk and instead buy the MSI Tomahawk!

You can buy the MSI MAG B860 Tomahawk WiFi for £229.99 inc VAT HERE

Pros:

• EZ DIY features make the build process easy.
• Excellent cooling on VRMs and M.2 SSDs.
• Smart styling and neat design

Cons:

• The tiny price difference between B860 and Z890 Tomahawks make no sense.
• Rear I/O panel has four USB 2.0 ports instead of USB 3 and a single Thunderbolt 4
• The idea of a budget motherboard is to save money but MSI has crammed in too many features!

KitGuru says: MAG Z890 Tomahawk offers more features than B860 for a mere £20 extra

 

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With the Nintendo Switch set to launch in a couple months’ time, we have started to hear an increasing number of previously-released 3rd-party titles being announced for the sequel system. One launch-day game which new Switch 2 owners will be able to enjoy right from the get-go is last year’s Sonic x Shadow Generations.

Nintendo is slowly but surely collecting a solid list of games set to drop alongside the Switch 2 on the 5th of June. Amongst the likes of Cyberpunk 2077; Mario Kart World; Street Fighter 6 and more, SEGA has now officially confirmed that Sonic x Shadow Generations will also be available for Switch 2 on day-one.

For the uninitiated, Sonic x Shadow Generations is a remaster of the much-loved 2011 2D/3D platformer, featuring a ton of throwback levels, fun mechanics and plenty of replayability.

As expected, the remaster adds the titular Shadow the Hedgehog as part of his own Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury styled spin-off add-on.

While a remaster of a decade old game may not be the best way to showcase the power of Switch 2, Sonic x Shadows Generations is still a good get for the system.

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KitGuru says: What did you think of Sonic x Shadow Generations? Was the new content as good as the original? Which 3rd party Switch 2 launch title are you most looking forward to? Let us know down below.

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Seemingly out of nowhere, Sony officially announced the release date for Sucker Punch Productions’ Ghost of Yōtei alongside a brand new trailer. In alignment with the announcement, a number of interviews have been published in which the team discuss all aspects of the much-anticipated sequel including the open-world, combat and more.

With Ghost of Yōtei officially set to launch in just a few months on the 2nd of October, the team at Sucker Punch are finally beginning to speak more on the hotly-anticipated sequel to one of PlayStation’s biggest new IPs in recent years.

In an interview with Variety, Sucker Punch directors Nate Fox and Jason Connell sat down to discuss all manner of topics, including Ghost of Yōtei's points of focus as a sequel; the open world and much more.

In talking about the evolution of the weapons being used in Yōtei (some of which was shown off in the trailer), Nate Fox had this to say: “We have the benefit of gunpowder being part of the combat mix. While the Katana is still the most valuable weapon, having some more opportunities to blow things up is never a bad addition for a video game.”

Beyond this, the team have confirmed that Ghost of Yōtei will feature the kusarigama (chain-sickle); dual wielding swords; a yari (spear) and more – all of which are said to be organically implemented while featuring their own benefits.

One of the best aspects of Ghost of Tsushima was its combat and so in building on top of what was already there, Yōtei looks set to not only be a visually stunning time, but a mechanically fun one as well.

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KitGuru says: Are you excited for Ghost of Yōtei? What did you think of Tsushima’s combat mechanics? How would you like to see it evolved for the sequel? Let us know down below.

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Late last year Sony pushed out an update to all PS5 users adding a bunch of themes based on the company’s prior consoles. Though a limited-time feature created solely to celebrate PlayStation’s 30th anniversary, reception towards the themes saw Sony promise to bring them back in an enhanced form later down the line. Finally, the day has arrived.

Making the announcement on the PlayStation Blog, Shuzo Kikuchi – the VP of Product Management at SIE – wrote “We continue to work behind the scenes to bring new enhancements to the PS5 experience, and today we are excited to announce two key additions based on player feedback – audio focus and the return of the classic console designs for the PS5 UI.”

While the UI customisation is easily the more exciting of the two additions, the new Audio Focus mode is certainly worth checking out.

Upon enabling it, this new mode toggle is said to ‘increase immersion’ by “providing presets to amplify soft sounds to meet your hearing preferences, ensuring a clearer audio experience when using headphones or headsets.”

Of course the less useful (though more exciting) addition with this update is the return of the 30th anniversary PlayStation themes.

Now labelled as ‘Appearance and Sound’ this new settings sub-menu will let you pick between the visual and audio aesthetics of the PSOne, PS2, PS3 or PS4 – giving you just a hint of nostalgia no matter your generation of choice. Hopefully Sony chooses to expand this feature further over time.

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KitGuru says: Are you glad to see these themes return? Which is your favourite? What other customisation options would you like to see added/introduced? Let us know down below.

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Earlier this year we got our first taste of what might be an early game of the year contender in the form of Hazelight Studios’ Split fiction. Not to be outdone, new studio Sandfall Interactive’s hybrid turn-based RPG ‘Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’ has now snatched the crown for the highest rated game of 2025 so far.

With a Metacritic score of 92 and an OpenCritic rating of 91, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is officially the highest rated game of 2025 so far – taking the number 1 spot from Josef Fares and Hazelight Studios’ Split Fiction.

As mentioned, Sandfall Interactive is a brand new studio, with Clair Obscur representing their very first game. Despite this, the team seems to have stuck lightning right from the off, with praise being given to pretty much all aspects of the title – from its unique hybrid turn-based combat; to its visuals; voice acting; story and more.

For the uninitiated, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is described as “a ground-breaking turn-based RPG with unique real-time mechanics, making battles more immersive and addictive than ever” where you “explore a fantasy world inspired by Belle Époque France in which you battle devastating enemies.”

The game is officially available from today for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.

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KitGuru says: Was Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 on your radar? Is it now? What do you think the 5 highest rated games of 2025 will be when all is said and done? Let us know down below.

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Intel is introducing a neat new feature called ‘200S Boost', an officially sanctioned and optimised overclocking profile designed to be integrated directly onto all Z890 motherboards.

Intel's new technology isn't about complex, manual tweaking that risks voiding your warranty. The core appeal of 200S Boost is that it provides consumers with a straightforward and easy-to-access method to enhance their system's performance. Intel has confirmed that utilising the 200S Boost profiles is fully covered by their standard three-year guarantee, meaning it's essentially a “free” performance uplift.

According to HotHardware, 200S Boost provides notable clock speed uplifts within the CPU, specifically boosting the ‘fabric' and ‘die-to-die' connections. Enabling this feature is expected to increase the fabric speed from a base of 2.6GHz to 3.2GHz (VccSA ≤ 1.20V), while simultaneously enhancing the die-to-die link speed from 2.1GHz to 3.2GHz (VccSA ≤ 1.20V). Additionally, memory speed will be increased to up to 8000MT/s (VDD2 ≤ 1.4V, VccSA ≤ 1.20V, and module VDDQ and VDD ≤ 1.4V).

However, this performance boost isn't universally compatible across the entire product stack. Intel has stated that 200S Boost functionality is exclusive to the Core Ultra 200K series processors, leaving the non-K variants out of the equation. Similarly, its support is strictly limited to the Z890 motherboards. While Intel indicates that all Z890 boards should technically support the technology, various factors might influence whether motherboard manufacturers enable it on every single model. Therefore, it's always a good idea to consult your specific motherboard manufacturer's support resources to confirm compatibility. As of now, Asus, Gigabyte, MSI, and ASRock have already confirmed their motherboards will support the feature.

Getting this boost up and running is relatively user-friendly. Once your motherboard manufacturer releases the necessary BIOS update for your board, the process involves accessing the BIOS settings and locating the “Intel 200S Boost” option, which may vary depending on the manufacturer. After selecting it and restarting your system, Intel recommends verifying stability by using tools such as Cinebench for stress testing and Intel XTU for monitoring temperatures and voltages.

Some media outlets, such as Tom's Hardware and Der8auer, have already tested the new technology, and the performance improvement is noticeable. While the average is only about 7% over stock settings, there are cases where the performance uplift is nearly 20%.

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KitGuru says: This feature will surely be welcomed by those who purchased a Core Ultra 200K CPU.

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Bethesda's solid relationship with mod creators continues to put the rest of the industry to shame. Upon last night's launch of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, Bethesda reached out to the team of fans behind the Skyblivion project, offering them all codes for the new remaster. Hundreds of mods for the new remaster version of Oblivion have also begun hitting the web. 

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is an official remake of the original 2006 game. Development was led by Virtuos, with assistance from Bethesda. The remaster works by running the Creation Engine, with Unreal Engine 5 on top, allowing for the game to run and work as originally intended, with UE5 handling all of the game's visual aspects. The end result is a stunning recreation of Oblivion, while maintaining the ‘magic' Bethesda was known for during this era.

The Skyblivion team confirmed on social media that Bethesda had reached out about the remaster and supplied the team with game keys. It is also worth noting that while there is an official remaster now, it does not have ‘official' mod support and due to the added complexity of the UE5 layer of the game, it is unlikely that the Oblivion remaster will reach Skyrim-status in terms of mod support.

With all of that in mind, there is still very much a place for the Skyblivion project and the team behind it continues to go on as planned. Additionally, while The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered does lack official mod support, mod makers are indeed supporting the game, with over 100 mods now available just 24 hours after launch. Most of these mods make minor changes, such as removing weight limits, adjusting in-game balance, cheat tools and a selection of modded save files.

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KitGuru Says: Have you picked up the Oblivion remaster yet? 

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Earlier this week, Nvidia confirmed its plans for Computex 2025, with a keynote speech set to take place. Now, AMD has thrown its hat into the ring, with its own Computex keynote set to take place on May 21st. 

AMD will indeed return to Computex this year. The company will be hosting a press conference on Wednesday, May 21st at 11AM UTC+8, which works out to 4AM for the UK. Don't worry though, a replay will be available to watch at more sensible viewing hours and we'll be reporting the news on KitGuru too.

The event will showcase AMD's latest advancements with AI in gaming, as well as in PCs and professional workloads. AMD Senior VP, Jack Huynh, will take the stage for the announcements. AMD CEO, Lisa Su, will be hosting a separate press conference in June, focused further on AI advancements.

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KitGuru Says: AI was the talk of Computex last year and that won't be changing for 2025. 

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Last year, Nintendo officially filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Pocket Pair, the studio behind Palworld. Now after months of preparing for a war in the courts, we know a bit more about Pocket Pair's defence, which argues that Nintendo shouldn't have been awarded the patents in question. 

As reported by Games Fray, Pocket Pair is challenging Nintendo's patent applications. Nintendo filed patents for monster-catching mechanics and monster-riding mechanics back in 2024, in the months immediately following Palworld's January 2024 launch. The legal team representing Pocket Pair argues that these patents should not have been granted to Nintendo, as even before Palworld, there were many games on the market using similar mechanics.

The defence argues that titles like Ark: Survival Evolved, Pocket Souls, Tomb Raider, Final Fantasy 14, Far Cry 5, Octopath Traveler, Monster Hunter Ultimate and Nintendo's own IP, Pikmin, all exhibit mechanics that could breach Nintendo's newly filed patents.

As all of these games have been out prior to Nintendo's patent filings, the patents Nintendo holds should be invalid, and it is not illegal to infringe on an invalid patent.

Currently it is still early days in the Nintendo v Pocket Pair lawsuit but there should be more updates in the months ahead. Assuming the lawsuit isn't scrapped or settled beforehand, we should get a trial start date this year.

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KitGuru Says: This is something that many gaming experts pointed out last year, when Nintendo's patents were first uncovered. Whether or not the argument holds up in court still remains to be seen. 

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The Hinomi X1 is an ergonomic office chair that wouldn’t look out of place on the bridge of a spaceship. With its split backrest, 6D armrests, built-in footrest and mesh finish – it definitely isn’t your typical ‘gaming chair’ – but can this £579 seat keep you comfortable through long work days and sweaty gaming nights? Today we put it to the test and find out.

Timestamps:

00:00 Start
00:39 Pricing
01:33 Warranty and showroom
02:11 Appearance / Sizings
02:56 Split Design
03:35 Comfort / Adjustablity / Ergonomics
04:52 Headrest / Armrests
06:16 Mats real world thoughts
08:23 Foot rest
08:57 Putting it together
09:17 Is it worth it?

Specifications

• Chair Height
  • Small – 41.7″ – 53.5″ – 106 – 136 cm
  • Medium – 43.3″- 55.9″ – 110 – 142 cm
  • Large – 44.1″- 56.6″ – 112 – 144 cm
• Floor to seat base
  • Small – 17.3″ – 20.1” – 44 – 51 cm
  • Medium – 18.9” – 22.4″ – 48 – 57 cm
  • Large – 19.7″ – 23.2″ – 50 – 59 cm
• Armrest lowest to highest
  • Small – 26.8″ – 32.7″ – 68 – 83 cm
  • Medium – 29.1″ – 35.8″ – 74 – 91 cm
  • Large – 29.9″ – 36.6″ – 76 – 93 cm
• Recommended for users
  • Small – 5'1″- 5'6″ tall – 155 – 170 cm tall
  • Medium – 5'6” – 6'1″ tall – 168 – 185 cm tall
  • Large – 5'9″ – 6'6″ tall – 178 – 200 cm tall
• Frame construction: Aluminium Alloy (ADC12)
• Chair base: Aluminium Alloy (ADC12)
• Hydraulic gas piston: Class 4
• Upholstery: Wear-resistant mesh
• Assembly required: Yes
• Package size:
  • (Length x Width x Height) 30.3″ x 27.6″ x 21.6″ – 77 x 70 x 55 cm
• Item weight: 73 lbs | 33.1 kg
• Weight capacity: 330 lbs | 150 kg

You can buy the X1 ergonomic office chair directly from Hinomi HERE. UK buyers can also use code HinomiUK to get a further £20 – but please note this not an affiliate code and we do not profit from any sales.

Pros:

• Modern, clean design that will suit office and gaming environments alike.
• Wide range of adjustability.
• Good quality footrest.
• Sturdy and comfortable footrest.
• Hinomi have a showroom located in London for trying products before purchasing.

Cons:

• Flimsy armrests which rotate far too easily.
• Headrest height adjustment needs to have a locking mechanism.
• Click lock mechanisms on the back and headrest do not feel very good quality.

KitGuru says: The X1 may be the most adjustable chair we've ever tested, but it's let down by flimsy armrests and headrest. 

 

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Last year, Sucker Punch officially announced the long-awaited sequel to its open-world action game, Ghost of Tsushima. Today in a surprise announcement, a new trailer for the game dropped, alongside confirmation of an October release date. 

Ghost of Yotei, the sequel to Ghost of Tsushima, takes place 300 years after the events of the first game, featuring a new protagonist and a whole new story. Some gameplay elements from the first game will carry over but in terms of narrative, there will be no connection between the two games, meaning anyone who missed out on Ghost of Tsushima can jump into Ghost of Yotei without any homework required.

The new trailer for the game, titled “The Onryo's List”, introduces us to several of the different factions we will encounter throughout the game. The trailer features a mix of cinematic and gameplay moments.

While the original game took place on Tsushima Island, Ghost of Yotei will take place around the Hokkaido region.

Ghost of Yotei releases for PS5 on the 2nd of October 2025. The game should come to PC next year, although it could slip to early 2027.

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KitGuru Says: Ghost of Tsushima was my favourite game of the PS4 generation, so I'm looking forward to the sequel, although this time around I'll likely be waiting for it to land on PC first. Did many of you play Ghost of Tsushima when it came to PC in 2022? Will you be picking up the sequel? 

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Jonsbo is once again dipping its toes into the less common cubic configuration with its new V12 chassis. This layout, although perhaps less mainstream today, positions the motherboard horizontally above the power supply and storage areas, allowing for some visually striking systems.

Measuring in at a rather petite 280mm wide, 301mm deep, and standing just 275.5mm tall, the new V12 manages to pack support for Micro-ATX motherboards and offers four PCI expansion slots. This compact footprint underscores its potential, as there's enough internal volume to house some powerful components.

Ventilation is handled by a pair of 120mm fans mounted at the front of the case. However, due to the V12's constrained dimensions, fan options elsewhere are limited to smaller diameters. You'll find space for a 92mm fan beneath the motherboard tray and an 80mm fan at the lower rear section. CPU cooling is also somewhat restricted, with a height limit of 145mm. AIO liquid coolers appear to be out of the question for this chassis.

Available in black and white, the V12 sports a unique material combination. The top panel is a practical mesh to aid airflow, while the lower section, which conceals the storage compartment, features an eye-catching 8mm-thick panel of real walnut wood. The case also features a double-curved tempered glass side panel, offering a stylish view of your components within.

The V12 supports graphics cards up to 260mm in length in the upper compartment. Things become a little more limited in the lower compartment, where the PSU and storage options will be mounted. There is a dedicated 2.5″ SSD slot located next to the PSU area, along with a two-slot drive cage. This cage is versatile, capable of holding one 3.5″ drive and either a second 3.5″ drive or a 2.5″ drive. However, populating this drive cage introduces a constraint on PSU length, limiting you to power supplies no longer than 140 mm. If you choose to remove the drive cage, you can use longer PSUs up to 220mm.

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KitGuru says: Although it may be a bit limited in terms of component space, it offers a design that makes it stand out.

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The race to the bleeding edge of silicon fabrication is intensifying, and it looks like TSMC is hitting its stride. The Taiwanese foundry giant is reportedly advancing its ambitious plans for high-volume production of its next-generation 2nm process technology, with a significant ramp-up targeted for H2 2024.

Unsurprisingly, major players are already lining up. AMD has already confirmed its intentions, but a report from Trendforce (via TechPowerUp) claims that Intel has also secured a spot among TSMC's initial 2nm customers. While Intel is already a key client for TSMC's advanced nodes, utilising different processes like N3B, N5P, and N6 for compute tiles found in the current Core Ultra 200 series, the latest whispers suggest their 2nm focus might be on the desktop front.

Though official comments from both companies on these specific 2nm orders are scarce, the industry rumour mill strongly hints at cooperation for a component of Intel's rumoured ‘Nova Lake' desktop processor lineup, expected to debut sometime next year. Like the current chips, Nova Lake-S is expected to feature a tile-based design, reportedly comprising two clusters of 8x ‘Coyote Cove' P-cores alongside 16x ‘Arctic Wolf' E-cores, plus 4x LPE cores integrated into a separate SoC tile. Moreover, the upcoming desktop series is expected to be based on a new platform, potentially using an LGA 1954 socket. Leaker ‘Kepler' has previously claimed that low-end Nova Lake chips will be based on Intel 18A, while high-end chips would be based on the TSMC N2 node.

Meanwhile, AMD has been clearer about its adoption of the 2nm node in the high-performance computing space. They've already confirmed that their next-generation EPYC server processor, codenamed ‘Venice', will be among the first high-performance chips fabricated using TSMC's 2nm process. AMD has even gone so far as to validate this critical enterprise silicon at TSMC's cutting-edge Arizona facility, keeping them firmly on track for a planned launch in 2026.

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KitGuru says: Intel is still finding its footing in foundry but 18A is just around the corner and we expect to hear more about that later this year. 

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Thermaltake has expanded its entry-level cooling solutions with the introduction of the UX400 series of CPU air coolers. This new lineup comprises three models: the standard UX400, the UX400 ARGB Sync white, and the UX400 ARGB Sync black.

The Thermaltake UX400 was quietly revealed on Thermaltake's website this week. It is a compact, single-tower cooler with a slim profile, meaning it will have no issues with RAM compatibility. For efficient cooling, the heatsink has four 6mm heat pipes that run from the CPU block all the way to the top of the heatsink. The high-performance 120mm fan on the front then blows that heat away.

The Thermaltake UX400 series is equipped with a 120mm fan that operates with PWM speed control, ranging from 700 to 1800 RPM. This fan is capable of delivering an airflow of 62.72 CFM with a static pressure of 1.47mm-H2O, while maintaining a noise level of 25.0 dBA. The UX400 ARGB Sync fan features nine ARGB LEDs, allowing users to customise various lighting effects via motherboard RGB software from major manufacturers, including Asus, MSI, Gigabyte, and ASRock.

All models in the UX400 series come with universal mounting brackets, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of Intel and AMD CPU sockets, including the latest LGA1851 and AM5 platforms.

KitGuru says: There have been some impressive coolers in the entry-level market in recent years. The UX400 could be another solid option for those looking for a simple air cooler. 

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After many years of false starts, the film and TV industries seem to have figured out (for the most part) how to adapt a video game into other mediums. One publisher which has seen success is SEGA with their Sonic the Hedgehog series. It seems the company is looking to expand its film repertoire further, with Michael Bay now set to direct a film based on the 80s racing game OutRun.

As reported by the publication Deadline, following the success of the Sonic the Hedgehog movies by SEGA/Paramount and the ongoing box office dominance of WB’s A Minecraft Movie (among others), film distributor Universal Pictures is looking to get in on the action.

According to the report, Michael Bay (known for his work on Transformers) will direct a film based on SEGA’s classic racing IP OutRun.

Alongside Bay, Sydney Sweeney (Euphoria, Anyone But You) is joining the crew as a producer – with Jayson Rothwell tasked as scriptwriter.

While an undeniable classic, choosing to adapt OutRun in particular is interesting as the series is not known for its story chops. Of course, this does mean that Universal can do much more with the adaptation without impacting the lore of the games.

Still, whether there is any interest in an OutRun film, we will have to wait and see. At the very least, with Michael Bay set to direct, it will hopefully be an action-packed and visually stimulating time.

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While Montech are best known for their range of PC cases, today we take a look at one of their new power supplies in their ‘Gold' range – the Century II 1050W. This unit is very competitively priced at around £100 in the UK and around $110 in the USA. This power supply offers ATX 3.1 support and is 80 Plus Gold / Cybenetics Platinum Certified. 

The Century 1050W power supply has full support for ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 standards and operates with Smart Zero Fan Technology utilising a Fluid Dynamic Bearing Fan (FDB). Montech also claim the unit is packed with high specification Japanese Capacitors and we will take a closer look at that later in the review. Safety features incorporate OCP, OVP, UVP, SCP, OTP and OPP. All of the three units in this range (850W, 1050W and 1200W) ship with 10 Year Warranty protection.

Features:

• 80 Plus Gold Certified
• Cybenetic Platinum Certified
• 135mm FDB Fan. Smart Zero Mode.
• PCIe 5.1/ATX 3.1 supported
• Full Modular Design
• 100% Japanese Capacitors
• Enlarged Air Intake Area
• 10 Years warranty.

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Death Stranding 2: On the Beach marks one of the biggest PlayStation 5 console exclusives set to release in 2025. Ahead of its official launch this June, fans will get the chance to hear more from the game when the preview embargo is lifted early next month.

As confirmed by multiple different outlets, publications have been invited to Kojima Productions’ studio in Japan to try out Death Stranding 2: On the Beach ahead of its official release on the 26th of June.

Though little else has been shared for now, the outlets confirmed that previews for the upcoming sequel will go live on the 8th of May.

Of course, this is just the preview event, meaning full reviews won’t be out until much closer to its official release. Still, it is exciting to be getting a ton more information about Death Stranding 2 early next month.

While we have seen plenty from the game already, as is the case with Kojima titles, there is always much more than meets the eye – and so hopefully we’ll hear more about what separates DS2 from its predecessor in a couple weeks’ time.

KitGuru says: Are you looking forward to Death Stranding 2? How do you think Kojima will evolve the Strand genre? Will you check out the previews, or go into the game blind? Let us know down below.

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Following the successful launch of Persona 3 Reload last year, we began to hear rumours that SEGA/ATLUS was working on a similar remake for Persona 4. Further evidence popped up in March when the domain name P4RE.JP was registered. Almost exactly a month later, the site has been updated – hinting at what could be an upcoming announcement.

Back on the 20th of March, Twitter user ScrambledFaz discovered a recent registration for the domain name P4RE.JP, indicating that the rumoured Persona 4 remake could be gearing up for a possible announcement.

Though nothing official has come to pass yet, fansite PersonaCentral has now reported that the domain has since been updated in a similar manner to the likes of Persona 3 Reload ahead of its official announcement.

In the many years since the initial launch of Persona 5, ATLUS/SEGA have released a ton of different titles and spin-offs, including Persona 5 Royal; Persona 3 Reload; Persona 4 Golden remaster; P5 Strikers; Tactica and Dancing in Starlight – to name a few.

Assuming they maintain their previous release strategies, then the rumoured Persona 4 remake could be coming out quite soon. We (hopefully) won’t have to wait long to find out.

KitGuru says: Did you play Persona 4 back in the day? Would you welcome a P3R-styled remake? When will Persona 6 finally be announced? Let us know down below.

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Following months of leaks and rumours, the long-awaited and much anticipated Elder Scrolls Oblivion remaster/remake is finally here. Despite little to no official lead up to the game’s release, the title has proven to be an immediate hit – amassing well over 100,000 concurrent players in mere hours.

As of writing, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remastered has seen an immense number of players flock to the game in the immediacy following its official launch, with the title currently sitting at over 147,000 concurrent players on Steam.

For comparison, another major single player game released this year was Assassin’s Creed Shadows – and while it has so far been a hit for Ubisoft, the game achieved less than half the peak concurrent players of Oblivion on Steam (64,825 CCU).

Of course, the original Oblivion was a rather PC-centric title, and so it is likely that a solid percentage of players do hail from the PC space. Even so, there is no denying that the Oblivion remaster is already a success.

It will be interesting to see whether Microsoft chooses to share game sales data or not and how this will impact their other future plans.

KitGuru says: What do you think of the Remaster so far? Is it living up to your expectations? Is Fallout 3 next in line to receive such a remaster? Let us know your thoughts down below.

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Devolver Digital, the publisher behind indie hits like Hotline Miami, Cult of the Lamb, and The Talos Principle, has revealed the impressive financial performance of some of its key titles. According to its FY24 investor presentation, Cult of the Lamb, along with its released DLC content, has generated over $90 million in lifetime revenue, making it the highest-revenue IP in the company's portfolio.

According to Devolver Digital's investor presentation (via PC Gamer), the action roguelike from Massive Monster, which debuted in 2022 and has enjoyed consistent post-launch support with four DLC expansions released and numerous free updates, has become a standout success in Devolver Digital's portfolio. Notably, the release of the Pilgrim Pack DLC in August 2024, which included a new interactive digital comic, triggered a significant 280% surge in income for that month.

Beyond Cult of the Lamb, the sandbox adventure game Astroneer has also proven to be a strong performer, generating nearly $80 million in lifetime revenue. Astroneer became a first-party brand for Devolver Digital following the acquisition of its developer, System Era Softworks, in November 2023. The game's first paid DLC, Glitchwalkers, launched in 2024 and contributed to a 20% year-over-year increase in Devolver Digital's overall back catalogue sales, demonstrating the continued revenue potential of established titles through paid expansions. Stronghold, a franchise developed by Firefly Studios and acquired by Devolver Digital in 2021, has also achieved significant financial success, generating over $50 million in lifetime revenue. Other IPs from Devolver include Serious Sam, Gungeon, Shadow Warrior, Hotline Miami, The Talos Principle, Reigns and Gorn (in descending order for highest revenue).

A key insight from the presentation is that Devolver Digital has observed a trend that gamers are spending more time on known IPs as opposed to new IPs, which has already been claimed in various circles. As a result of this observation, the company has announced a strategic shift towards further investing in its popular IPs in various capacities, suggesting a focus on building upon established successes rather than primarily pursuing entirely new intellectual properties.

KitGuru says: Were you surprised by the list of highest revenue IPs from Devolver? Have you already tried Cult of the Lamb?

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