The Cooler Master Hyper 212 is a legendary air cooler, offering excellent bang-for-buck and a significant performance upgrade compared to a stock CPU cooler. This week, Cooler Master is launching the latest version, the Hyper 212 3DHP Black. A dual-tower Alpha V4 3DHP cooler also launches this week. 

The new Cooler Master Hyper 212 3DHP Black features Cooler Master's patented 3D Heat Pipe technology. These are newly designed heat pipes, crafted to improve evaporation, condensation and flow. The end result is less pipe clutter, higher cooling efficiency and lower noise levels.

You will also find these new 3D heat pipes in the new Cooler Master V4 Alpha 3DHP, which also launches this week, offering a beefier heatsink and dual-fan configuration compared to the Hyper 212's single-fan setup.

Speaking on the new 3D heat pipes, Matteo Stracciari, General Manager of Cooler Master, said: “With 3DHP, we move past pipe-count and focus on results. Less heat. More dependable performance. Less noise. More long-term reliability. All in single tower builds.”

The V4 Alpha 3DHP cooler measures 133mm x 114mm x 161mm (WxDxH), the included 2x Mobius 120 fans feature a ring blade design that cuts high-frequency noise and keeps operation smooth. These fans run at speeds of up to 2,050 RPM (front) and 1,850 RPM, pushing 107.2 m³/h – 63.1 CFM (Front) and 85.8 m³/h – 50.5 CFM (rear).

The Cooler Master Hyper V4 Alpha 3DHP Black will be available across Europe, priced around €39. The Hyper 212 can be found for around £30 in the UK.

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The Horizon series quickly grew to become one of PlayStation’s biggest following the launch of Horizon Zero Dawn in 2017. Since then, we’ve received a sequel, a spin-off, expansions and more. Outside of gaming, the Horizon series is set to receive a film adaptation. While details remain light, we’ve now gotten an official release window.

As part of the ongoing lawsuit between Sony and Tencent, a ton of interesting internal details have been brought to light. Alongside concrete sales stats for the Horizon franchise as well as the reveal that Tencent was at one point working on a Last of Us game, court filing have revealed Sony’s current plans for the Horizon film.

According to PlayStation Productions’ Asad Qizilbash (as reported by the publication TheGamePost): “We are in development for a film based on Horizon in partnership with Columbia Pictures. We already have a working script and are actively searching for a director, with the goal of shooting the picture in 2026 and releasing it in 2027.”

For context, the Horizon franchise was initially set to be adapted into a TV show in partnership with Netflix, however the project was reportedly cancelled in 2024. Then, earlier this year Sony officially announced that they were working on a Horizon Zero Dawn film – though no further details were shared aside from the fact that it was being made in partnership with Columbia.

Of course, these are merely Sony’s internal plans and so things could easily change between now and 2027. We will have to wait and see whether Sony chooses to release an official statement in the wake of this latest news.

KitGuru says: What are your thoughts on the Sony v Tencent lawsuit? Which piece of news has surprised you the most so far? Would Horizon work better as a film or TV show? Let us know your thoughts down below.

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After laying dormant for a decade, the Silent Hill franchise is officially back and bigger than ever. In the wake of the success of Silent Hill F, Konami revealed that last year’s Silent Hill 2 Remake has now exceeded 2.5 million copies sold.

As reported by the publication Gematsu, developer Bloober Team and publisher Konami announced and confirmed that last year’s Silent Hill 2 Remake has officially surpassed 2.5 million shipments and digital sales.

For context, Silent Hill 2 Remake managed to sell more than 1 million copies just over a week into its launch last October. This figure then rose to 2 million by January of 2025, with Konami later revealing in May that the franchise had finally hit 10 million total sales – roughly 20% of which could be attributed to the remake.

While 2.5 million copies is huge for a franchise of its size, this figure is even more impressive when considering the fact that the remake was only released for the PC and PlayStation 5 (though there are rumours that an Xbox version is currently in the works).

Regardless, with Silent Hill 2 Remake selling 2.5 million copies in its first year, and the recently-released Silent Hill f already exceeding a million, it is safe to say that Silent Hill is officially back and bigger than ever.

KitGuru says: Are you one of the 2.5 million? Has the franchise been successfully revived? Let us know your thoughts down below.

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While Ubisoft’s The Crew series served as a solid open-world racer, the franchise received a ton of backlash when it was announced that the first entry would no longer be playable due to its always-online requirement. In the wake of this outcry, Ubisoft reneged on their decision, confirming that The Crew 2 and Motorfest would be updated with proper offline support. After months of waiting, The Crew 2’s offline mode is finally here.

Making the announcement on their blog, the team at Ubisoft Ivory Tower officially unveiled what they are calling ‘Hybrid Mode’ – explaining it as follows:

“With this update, players can now switch between the original online experience of The Crew 2 and a brand-new offline mode, letting you enjoy the game even without an internet connection. This represents a major milestone in our ongoing commitment to ensuring long-term access to The Crew 2 for all players.”

Full details on the update can be found HERE, including instructions on how to transfer your progression between the online and offline mode.

While a much-appreciated update, the offline mode does have some limitations, namely:

• No Crew Credit purchases
• No LIVE Summits
• No multiplayer content (obviously)
• No user-generated content
• Certain Trophies/Achievements may not be unlockable

While The Crew 2 should have always included support for offline play, it is encouraging none-the-less to see Ubisoft actually retool the game in order to ensure its long-term playability. Hopefully more developers follow suit.

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After a ton of hype and anticipation, Battlefield 6 finally arrived to huge success, selling over 7 million copies in its first week while amassing a concurrent player count of almost 750,000 on Steam alone. Though already confirmed to be the biggest launch in series’ history, we’ve now gotten some additional details on just how much more successful BF6 is compared to prior entries.

As shared by Christopher Dring via TheGameBusiness, the GSD’s European Game sales for the week ending Oct 12th have been released, revealing just how much better Battlefield 6 performed in the region compared to its own past titles as well as competitors.

In a pleasant surprise, Battlefield 6 took to the top spot on the week’s sales chart, beating out EA’s own Sports FC26. Even more impressive however is the fact that Battlefield 6 reportedly sold 4 times as many copies as Battlefield 5 had in the same timeframe.

Furthermore, not only did Battlefield 6 surpass itself, but the game’s launch in Europe even managed to beat out last year’s Call of Duty Black Ops 6 – a massive achievement given how many units COD sells, especially at launch.

Of course, for a live-service multiplayer title, Battlefield 6 will need to maintain its player base in the long run in order to remain successful. Given just how big of a launch it managed however, it is unlikely that you’ll have to wait for lobbies to fill up any time soon.

KitGuru says: Are you one of the 7 million players? What platform did you purchase it on? Will BF6 outsell Black Ops 7? Let us know your thoughts down below.

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When we think of gaming keyboards with Rapid Trigger, SOCD, 8K polling rate and double-shot PBT keycaps, it’s easy to imagine a price tag that soars into the triple-digit range. That can very often be the case, but the Magma M40 from Marvo delivers all of those modern gaming features for around £40. Can a keyboard priced less than a AAA game deliver AAA performance?

Timestamps:

00:00 Start
00:59 Pricing changes
01:19 Design and layout
02:52 Connectivity / Branding
03:11 RGB
03:47 Underside/Feet
04:03 Switches
05:10 Sound test
05:47 Build Quality
06:12 Real World Gaming Experience
07:12 General Day to day use
07:36 Customising the M40 / Interface
08:20 Closing Thoughts

Specifications

• Connection – USB (Wired)
• Layout – US
• Layout Standard – ANSI
• Keyboard Format – 65%
• Design Style – Non-Floating Key
• Mount Type – Top Mount
• Sound Damping – Aluminum Alloy Positioning Plate, DPEM, Sandwich Cotton
• Number Of Keys – 67
• Keycap Material – PBT
• Keycap Technology – Double Injection
• Key Mechanism – Magnetic – Hall Effect, Mechanical
• Hot-Swap support – 3/5 Pin Switch
• Switch Type – Linear
• Switch Model – Magnetic Outemu Pink Crystal
• Switch Lifespan – Up to 100 million
• Actuation Point – 0.1 – 3.5mm
• Actuation Force – 40±5g
• Response Time – 0.2ms
• Polling Rate – Up to 8000Hz
• Illuminations – RGB
• Software – Yes
• Functions – Functions Keys, Macros, Profiles, Rapid Trigger, RGB Settings, Snap Tap
• Feet Adjustment – Two-Level Feet
• Material – ABS
• Color – Black
• Cable Length – 180 cm (USB-C to USB-A)
• Dimensions – 323*115*37mm±2mm
• Weight – 560g±20 g (without cable)
• Compatible OS – macOS, Windows 7+
• Package Contents – Keyboard, Switch Puller, USB Cable, User Manual

You can buy the Magma M40 from AliExpress HERE (currently on sale for ~£30).

Pros:

• Great pricing.
• Rapid Trigger, SOCD and 8K polling at this price is a big plus point.
• Good typing sound and feel.
• Decent build quality.

Cons:

• Web-based URL for customisation lacks polish and is sometimes laggy.
• Online information is patchy surrounding specs.
• All plastic build.
• Wired only.

KitGuru says: The Magma M40 may be a little rough around the edges in terms of customisation, but what it lacks in polish, it more than makes up for with a bucket load of modern gaming features at a very reasonable price.

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The Assetto Corsa physics engine is heading off-road. Publisher 505 Games has just announced Assetto Corsa Rally, a new, dedicated rally simulation developed by the newly formed Supernova Games Studios. This new team, comprised of industry veterans with experience on titles like DiRT Rally, WRC, and Project CARS, will bring the hardcore sim experience to the world of rally, leveraging Kunos's simulation technology.

Assetto Corsa Rally promises a pure simulation approach, aiming to capture the raw intensity of the sport. The game runs on an updated version of the Assetto Corsa physics engine, specifically adapted to model the unique challenges of rallying, including jumps, uneven terrain, and dynamically changing grip levels across both tarmac and gravel surfaces. This is complemented by dynamic day-night cycles and weather conditions that will directly impact traction and visibility. Visually, the team has customised Unreal Engine 5 to deliver high-fidelity graphics while maintaining performance, with both cars and stages being recreated using laser-scan technology.

The game will release initially in Early Access, including 10 fully licensed cars, ranging from classics like the Lancia Stratos Gr.4 to modern machinery like the Hyundai i20N Rally2. Players will get to tackle four special stages across two locations: the fast asphalt of Rally Alsace and the challenging gravel tracks of Rally Wales, totalling over 33 km of laser-scanned roads. Supernova is also putting a heavy focus on audio immersion, with engine, transmission, and environmental sounds sampled from real cars and locations. A detailed co-driver pacenote system, developed with professional co-drivers, aims to deliver maximum realism.

The developers plan for the Early Access period to last between 12 and 18 months. During this time, the game will be significantly expanded, with the final 1.0 version aiming to feature five international rallies (over 120 km of roads), more than 30 cars, a full Career Mode, a Rally School, and the much-requested VR support, which is confirmed to be coming during the Early Access phase. The game will launch into Steam Early Access on November 13th, 2025, priced at €29.99 / $29.99 / £24.99. Console versions will be considered at a later date.

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KitGuru says: With the Rally game scene lacking big names since Codemasters was disbanded, the Asetto Corsa team has come right in time to salvage the hope of rally simulation fans.

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Thermaltake is doubling down on the wood accent trend, adding two more cases to its ‘WS' (Wood Style) lineup. Following the recent debut of the S370 WS and View 270 Plus WS, the company has now unveiled wood-trimmed versions of its panoramic View 380 XL and the more compact View 170.

First up is the Thermaltake View 380 XL WS. This is a large panoramic mid-tower (471 x 288 x 469 mm) designed for showcase builds. Like its non-wood predecessor, it features a large wrap-around glass panel for an uninterrupted view. The ‘WS' version adds wood accents to the green, black, and white options, giving it a touch of class. Inside, the case offers ample room for high-end hardware, supporting E-ATX motherboards (including back-connect models), GPUs up to 420 mm long (with an included support bracket), and dual 360 mm radiators. Cooling is handled out of the box by four pre-installed 120 mm ARGB fans.

For those looking for a similar aesthetic in a smaller footprint, Thermaltake has also launched the View 170 WS. This microATX case retains the panoramic glass front and side but adds wooden bars to the bottom section for its ‘WS' flavour. It comes in black or white and includes three pre-installed 120mm fans, two of which are reverse-blade models for the side intake. Cooling support is more modest, topping out at a 240 mm radiator in the roof, and CPU cooler height is limited to 160 mm. The View 170 WS does not support back-connect motherboards.

The View 380 XL WS is priced at £129.90/$149.90 for the black version and £134.90/$149.90 for the white and green models. As for the View 170 WS, both colour options are priced at £59.90/$84.90/€84.90.

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Quantic Dream, the studio renowned for its cinematic, narrative-driven single-player games like Detroit: Become Human, has just announced its next project. And it couldn't be more different. The new game, Spellcasters Chronicles, is a free-to-play, 3v3 magical battler that sees the studio moving into the competitive multiplayer space.

Unlike the choice-based adventures the studio is known for, Spellcasters is a third-person action game with a strategic twist. Players will choose from a roster of Spellcasters with different archetypes, such as tanks and supports, and build a deck of moves from over 50 available spells and summons. Each team also chooses a massive “Titan” to act as a trump card, capable of turning the tide of battle in an instant. The gameplay is said to feature a high degree of mobility, with characters able to fly freely around the arena.

Players have become all too familiar with beloved single-player studios trying to chase the multiplayer trend, with recent high-profile examples like Rocksteady's Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League and Remedy's FBC: Firebreak failing to stick the landing. Hopefully, the same won't happen with Quantic Dream and its new project.

Quantic Dream seems aware of this perception. Studio head David Cage acknowledged this in a blog post, stating the new title may surprise some, as it's “extremely different” from what the studio has done so far. The studio also insists that the game will stay true to its narrative roots, with a “shared, living world” and a “macro-loop” storytelling experience that will run alongside the core multiplayer battles. However, details on how this will work are still scarce.

The developers are planning a deep dive into the game at TwitchCon San Diego this weekend, with live gameplay and a developer Q&A. For those eager to try it for themselves, sign-ups for a closed beta on PC, which is scheduled to launch before the end of the year, are now open on the game's official website.

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Sharkoon has today unveiled the latest addition to its Elite Shark case series, the CA500. Sharkoon's Elite Shark lineup is reserved for its high-end solutions, but without pushing the price too high. This new mid-tower chassis aims to stick to that motto, delivering a strong feature set without a punishing price tag.

Measuring 467 x 235 x 518 mm, the CA500 focuses heavily on airflow and showcases components through the curved tempered glass. Out of the box, it comes equipped with four fans: one rear exhaust and three side fans mounted next to the motherboard tray, likely configured as intakes. The case offers extensive cooling potential beyond this, with support for up to an additional three 120 mm or 140 mm fans in the roof. Alternatively, you can mount a 360 mm radiator on top and another on the side. Moreover, there's space at the bottom for a single 120 mm fan.

Internally, the CA500 offers plenty of room for high-end hardware, including rear-connector motherboards. There's clearance for graphics cards up to 437 mm long, CPU air coolers up to 176 mm tall, and power supplies up to 265 mm. Storage options are flexible, with mounts for up to six 2.5″ SSDs. Alternatively, users can utilise a removable drive cage located in front of the partial PSU shroud, which holds two 3.5″ HDDs (and potentially sacrifices some 2.5″ mounts).

Cable management looks to be well catered for, with plenty of routing space and rubber grommets on key cutouts. Sharkoon has also included a five-port fan hub to simplify connections for builders, adding extra cooling. Some retailers have already listed the new case, pricing it at around €150.

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KitGuru says: The Elite Shark CA500 isn't cheap, but it offers compatibility for high-end liquid cooling and lots of airflow, making it ideal.

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TeamGroup has unveiled its new flagship SSD, the T-Force Z54E, and it's gunning for the performance crown. This new M.2 drive is one of the first to feature Phison's new E28 controller, allowing it to push sequential read speeds right up to the theoretical limit of the PCIe 5.0 interface.

According to the specs, the T-Force Z54E is rated for sequential reads of up to a staggering 14.9 GB/s, nudging just past competitors like Samsung's 9100 PRO and Kingston's FURY Renegade G5. Sequential write speeds are equally impressive, hitting up to 14 GB/s on the larger capacity models. This performance comes courtesy of the combination of the new Phison E28 controller, built on TSMC's 6 nm node, and 232-layer 3D TLC NAND flash.

The drive will be available in 1 TB, 2 TB, and 4 TB capacities. While the 2 TB and 4 TB models hit the peak 14.9 GB/s read and 14 GB/s write figures, the 1 TB version maintains the same scorching read speed but drops slightly to 13.7 GB/s for writes. As expected, the drive includes a DRAM cache for consistent performance.

Pushing nearly 15 GB/s inevitably generates a lot of heat. To combat this, TeamGroup has equipped the Z54E with its patented ultra-thin graphene heat sink. The company suggests this low-profile solution can be used on its own or in conjunction with a motherboard's M.2 heatsink or even a dedicated SSD cooler for maximum thermal dissipation.

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KitGuru says: As you might expect, the Z54E won't come cheap. But according to its specs, if you do get it, at least you'll know you have the fastest PCIe 5.0 M.2 SSD on the market.

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Following the launch of its all-translucent Phantom Collection (green translucent peripherals) earlier this year, Razer is now expanding the lineup with a clean and striking new colour option. The new Phantom White collection takes the same transparent design philosophy and applies it to a white finish, creating a retro-futuristic aesthetic inspired by vintage gaming hardware.

Razer says the internals of each device have been re-engineered and colour-matched to ensure a cohesive look through the transparent white chassis. The design aims to highlight the internal mechanisms of the hardware while also amplifying the effects of the integrated Razer Chroma RGB lighting.

The Phantom White treatment is being applied to a range of Razer's most popular peripherals. The lineup includes a Razer Basilisk V3 Pro 35K wireless mouse, a Razer BlackWidow V4 75% hot-swappable mechanical keyboard with translucent keycaps, and a Razer Barracuda X Chroma wireless headset. The world's first fully illuminated RGB mouse mat, the Razer Firefly V2 Pro, also gets a transparent white top layer to show off its circuitry. In a first for the Phantom line, the new colour option is also extending to mobile gaming with the Razer Kishi V3 Phantom White Edition.

The Phantom White collection products are slightly more expensive than their standard counterparts, though. Each costs £10/$10/€10 more, putting the Razer Basilisk V3 Pro 35K Phantom White at £169.99/$169.99/€179.99, the Razer BlackWidow V4 75% Phantom White at £199.99/$199.99/€229.99, and the Razer Barracuda X Chroma Phantom White at £139.99/$139.99/€149.99. As for the Razer Firefly V2 Pro Phantom White, it costs £109.99/$109.99/€119.99, and the Razer Kishi V3 Phantom White costs £109.99/$109.99/€119.99.

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Nintendo has been expanding its list of emulators for Switch Online ever since launch. At this point, the service contains classic games from each Nintendo console up to the Game Boy Advance. Now, a new patent filing has seemingly revealed plans for the Nintendo DS to join the line-up. 

The patents, first spotted by Mike Odyssey, show how Nintendo plans to handle dial-screen functionality on a Switch-like device. The implication here is that the Nintendo DS will join the list of emulated consoles supported on the Switch 2 console.

Nintendo hasn't announced anything officially yet and just because there is a patent doesn't mean there is a product. With that said, Nintendo will expand its Switch Online emulation offering at some point during the Switch 2's lifespan, and a trip back to the DS days could be a lot of fun.

There is no word on what games could be included here, but titles like The World Ends with You, Mario Kart DS, Brain Age, Professor Layton and the Curious Village and Ghost Trick could be a good place to start, offering a mix of familiar titles, with a few cult classics that some fans may have missed at the time.

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After many, many years in development and numerous delays, Vampire The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 is officially launching. For those looking to snag a DRM-free copy, you'll be pleased to know that GOG has opened up pre-orders.

GOG, the PC game store dedicated to DRM-free games, has opened up pre-orders for Vampire The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2. On top of that, those who purchase the game before October 24th will also receive a free copy of Vampire: The Masquerade – Reckoning of New York, a narrative adventure set in the same universe.

The new game, Bloodlines 2, is set twenty years after the events of the original. Players will find themselves in the shadows of a modern city teeming with intrigue, supernatural politics and moral dilemmas.

If you end up wanting to go back to experience the first game, then GOG sells the DRM-free version of that too.

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KitGuru Says: A DRM-free game gives you more ownership over the product, with no weird rules around the number of installations or hardware changes allowed, no online check-ins and no data tracking components.

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Lian Li's power supply line-up expands this week with the new R8 550W, 650W and 750W models. All three are fully compliant with the new ATX 3.1 standard, so you can be sure that this PSU will be suitable both now and well into the future.

The RB Series features an integrated cable management system with a built-in groove and Velcro straps to secure excess cables, paired with a semi-modular layout that lets users connect SATA and peripheral cables only when needed. The 650W and 750W units also include a native PCIe Gen 5.1 12V-2×6 connector (up to 450W) for next-gen GPU support.

With a high amperage single +12V rail and a DC-to-DC conversion design for enhanced voltage stability and power quality, the RB Series is engineered for reliable performance. Cooling is handled by a quiet 135mm FDB fan, ensuring efficient airflow while keeping noise levels in check. Operating at just 33.2 dBA to 40.1 dBA, depending on the model, the fan delivers quiet performance even under full load. Other built-in protections include OPP, OVP, SCP, OCP, UVP, and OTP.

The Lian Li R8 550W PSU will be available for around $49.99, going up to $59.99 for the 640W model and $69.99 for the 750W model.

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While the community has plenty of freedom to come up with its own game modes for Battlefield 6, that doesn't mean the developers don't have more official game modes up its sleeve. Datamining through the launch version of Battlefield 6 has revealed references to as many as six game modes not yet featured in the game. 

Insider Gaming reports that references to six unannounced game modes have been found within the Battlefield 6 files. These modes include Raid, Payload, Sabotage, Squad Shootout, Strike Point and Tank Hunt.

Two of these modes, Strike Point and Sabotage, will be launching within the next month, as part of the season 1 content rollout for Battlefield 6. The other modes remain a mystery.

Aside from these modes mentioned here, it has been claimed that Battlefield Studios is also working on a dedicated naval combat mode.

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Asus ROG has today expanded its Azoth keyboard family with a new, feature-packed model, the ROG Azoth 96 HE. This new board adopts a compact 96% layout and is loaded with the latest gaming features, including new magnetic switches, a true 8000 Hz polling rate, and an integrated full-colour touchscreen.

The new Azoth 96 HE features hot-swappable ROG HFX V2 magnetic switches. These switches, combined with a new ROG Hall sensor, allow for a highly customisable actuation point, adjustable from 0.1 mm to 3.5 mm. This also enables support for a Rapid Trigger function, giving gamers a significant competitive advantage in fast-paced titles.

The keyboard boasts an 8000 Hz polling rate in both wired and ROG SpeedNova 8K wireless modes, a feature that previously required a special booster dongle on other ROG keyboards. It also offers standard Bluetooth connectivity, allowing it to pair with up to five devices simultaneously. For on-the-fly control, the Azoth 96 HE features a 1.47-inch OLED touchscreen and a three-way control knob, both from the flagship Azoth Extreme. This allows users to adjust settings like the actuation point and trigger sensitivity directly on the board, without needing to open any software mid-game.

The keyboard also features a premium build with a metal top cover, gasket mount structure, and a full six-layer sound-dampening system with multiple layers of PORON foam and silicone to provide a cushioned and refined typing sound. Lastly, Asus has even included some transparent ROG-branded keycaps in the box for an extra touch of customisation.

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KitGuru says: Asus has not shared pricing information but given that the cheapest Azoth keyboard goes for more than £200, the ROG Azoth 96 HE won't certainly come cheap.

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Embark Studios has been busy preparing for the launch of its next game, Arc Raiders. Today, a massive open playtest begins, giving everyone a chance to download and try out a slice of the game ahead of its full launch.

The Arc Raiders Server Slam is now officially live, running across PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S platforms. The game is playable on PC via both Steam and the Epic Games Store, with cross-play between all platforms.

This is not a beta test, but rather a server infrastructure test. By making the playtest open to all, Embark Studios wants to see how things run at mass scale, allowing them to tackle any glaring issues before the game's full release on October 30th.

During the playtest, you will have access to The Dam Battlegrounds, a sprawling map, much of which is flooded, with abandoned research centres, forests and swamps sprinkled throughout. You'll have access to most weapons, but the highest-tier gear in the game is being kept under wraps until launch.

Progression earned during the server slam will not carry over to the full game, but those who do take part will get an exclusive cosmetic reward when the game does fully launch.

While Embark Studios' previous release, The Finals, was a free to play game, ARC Raiders will have a £32.99 purchase price, so this may be one of your only chances to try the game out for free.

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It is officially the 25th anniversary of the HITMAN series. To mark the occasion, IO Interactive is releasing a new limited-edition 25th Anniversary version of HITMAN World of Assassination, the full package that combines Hitman (2016), Hitman 2 and Hitman 3 into one set.

The HITMAN World of Assassination 25th Anniversary Edition will be a physical-only release and to top that off, it will also only be available for PS5, so there will be no equivalent 25th Anniversary release for Xbox or PC. The 25th Anniversary limited edition set goes up for pre-order today, with the first units set to ship out on October 17th.

This special release features an exclusive shadowbox, a special visual for the PS5 game case, four highly acclaimed celebrity DLCs (The Undying, The Drop, The Splitter, and The Banker), along with a collectible Lenticular Art Card celebrating the HITMAN legacy.

The Hitman World of Assassination 25th Anniversary Edition will cost $49.99 and will be available in limited quantities.

While this 25th Anniversary Edition set is exclusive to PS5, HITMAN: World of Assassination is available across a broad range of platforms, including Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5, PlayStation VR2, Nintendo Switch 2, iOS and PC. On the 21st of October, IO Interactive will host a special stream where we may get a sneak peek at upcoming content for all platforms.

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Over the past few months, Ubisoft and Tencent have been forming a new subsidiary, splitting off key franchises like Assassin's Creed and handing them off to the newly formed Vantage Studios. With the launch of Vantage Studios happening recently, Ubisoft made it clear that one long-time franchise leader, Marc-Alexis Côté, would no longer be working with the company. At the time, Ubisoft stated that Côté opted to leave, but he is now claiming otherwise.

Marc-Alexis Côté had worked at Ubisoft for over two decades, working on the Prince of Persia before moving on to Assassin's Creed, where he has served as the franchise boss for years. With the shuffling of Ubisoft and the new subsidiary, Vantage Studios, forming, Ubisoft has let go of a number of executives and moved others to new posts. Ubisoft claimed that they offered Côté a leadership position at Vantage Studios but he turned it down. Now, Côté has said via LinkedIn that he was actually “asked to step aside”.

“From the messages of colleagues, friends, and fans, a recurring theme has emerged that I feel the need to clarify. Many of you have expressed surprise that I would choose to leave Assassin’s Creed after so many years, especially given the passion I still hold for it. The truth is simple: I did not make that choice. Ubisoft decided to transfer the leadership of the Assassin’s Creed franchise to someone closer to its new organizational structure.”

Côté adds that Ubisoft did offer him a position at Vantage Studios but explained that it “did not carry the same scope, mandate or continuity of work” as his previous role.

While things may not have ended 100% amicably, Côté says that he holds “no resentment” towards Ubisoft.

Development of Assassin's Creed games is expected to continue as usual, even with things moving over to Vantage Studios. This new subsidiary will also oversee development of other key franchises like Far Cry.

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KitGuru Says: It will be interesting to see what direction Assassin's Creed goes in next. Personally, I'd like to see Assassin's Creed go smaller in scope, rather than continuing to rely on these overly bloated open worlds.

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JDM: Japanese Drift Master is an interesting open-world racing game which puts as much emphasis on feeling cool as it does in winning, with near-constant drifting, tight turns and flashy finishes. Following its release on PC earlier this year, the simcade racer has now been officially announced to be coming to Xbox consoles next month – and PS5 in 2026.

Making the announcement, the team at Gaming Factory officially confirmed that JDM: Japanese Drift Master is coming to consoles following its launch on PC back in May.

Interestingly, the game is set to arrive on Xbox first, launching in just over a month’s time (the 21st of November) – followed by its arrival on PS5 sometime in Q1 of 2026.

As mentioned, JDM: Japanese Drift Master is a unique open-world racer which, unsurprisingly, is all about drifting around the streets of Japan in an experience which takes you right back to the early 2000s Fast and Furious: Tokyo Drift era of racing.

While the game was received warmly following its PC launch back in May, recent reviews have trended downwards, with the primary complaint being that the physics feels somewhat awkward when using a racing wheel.

However, the game is designed primarily with a controller in mind (even if wheel support was directly stated to feel “as smooth on a controller as it is with sim racing hardware”), and so it will be interesting to see what Xbox players think of the game when it arrives next month.

KitGuru says: What do you think of JDM: Japanese Drift Master? Are you excited for its console launch? Why do you think the PS5 version is arriving later? Let us know down below.

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For the past few generations we’ve seen Ubisoft move away from many legacy franchises, ignoring its classics including the likes of Rayman; Call of Juarez and of course Splinter Cell. Fortunately, the latter seems to be making a slow comeback, starting with the recent release of the animated Netflix show Splinter Cell: Deathwatch. Following its arrival just a couple days ago, Netflix has now confirmed that a second Season is on its way.

Making the announcement during IGN’s Fan Fest event, John Wick creator and Splinter Cell: Deathwatch writer/executive producer ‘Derek Kolstad’ confirmed that a second season of the animated series is in the works, stating:

“We’ve got a season two coming your way,” adding that while they don’t yet have a premiere date for Season 2, the follow-up is currently “fully into pre-production and everyone is super excited about where we go next.”

Seeing as how Splinter Cell: Deathwatch is a Netflix original, it is entirely possible that both Seasons 1 and 2 were being developed concurrently (as has been the case with other animated Netflix shows).

As such, while it is exciting to see a second Season already having been confirmed, the real test for its success will be whether the show winds up getting a 3rd Season.

We will have to wait and see, but regardless it is exciting to see Sam Fisher return – even if not in video game form.

KitGuru says: What did you think of Season 1? Are you looking forward to its follow-up? What are your thoughts on Netflix’s other animated adaptations? Let us know down below.

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While MLB: The Show had for the longest time been a PlayStation console exclusive (owing to it being developed by Sony’s San Diego studio), the annual baseball series was finally brought over to Xbox following a renegotiation of the series’ licensing contracts. That said, MLB: The Show has yet to make its way to the PC platform. Fortunately, it appears as though this might be changing soon.

As discovered by ResetEra user ‘Aspect’, Sony San Diego recently published a new job listing for a Senior Graphics PC Programmer, with the description reading as follows:

“Come join San Diego Studio making a AAA PC title. Our focus is on delivering innovative, high quality gaming experiences. We are seeking a Senior PC Graphics Programmer to join our team in advancing the visual and technical quality of a AAA PC title.”

It continues, “You will focus on writing and optimizing our PC engine, debugging performance issues, implementing new graphics features, and ensuring the game takes full advantage of platform specific technologies offered by NVIDIA and AMD.”

Though not yet officially announced, this all-but-confirms that MLB: The Show is planned to come to PCs in the future. Given that Sony San Diego has worked almost exclusively on MLB for the past 20 years, this job listing is unlikely to be referring to anything else.

Sports games in general are console-centric, with the likes of EA’s Sports FC and 2K’s NBA series selling best on console. That said, given that the series has already found its way onto Xbox (and later Switch), it makes sense that Sony would choose to support the PC platform regardless of whether their hand was forced or not.

KitGuru says: What do you think of the job listing? Could it be for anything else other than MLB: The Show? Have you been hoping the series would come to PC following its arrival on Xbox/Switch? Let us know down below.

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Sony is currently locked in a legal battle with Tencent due to the latter’s announcement of Light of Motiram – an open world game which looks eerily similar to PlayStation’s Horizon Zero Dawn / Forbidden West franchise. Previous revelations from the lawsuit included the fact that Tencent had previously pitched a Horizon game to Sony – which the console maker rejected. That said, this wasn’t the only potential project, with the two companies at one point planning to work on a new game based on The Last of Us.

As reported by the publication TheGamePost, a recent court filing by Sony revealed that the PlayStation maker and Tencent were at one point planning to collaborate on a Last of Us project, with PlayStation Studios’ Olivier Courtemanche stating:

“With respect to Aurora Studios [the team behind Light of Motiram], we went into the meeting under the impression that they wanted to do a potential collaboration for The Last of Us”. This was in the wake of Sony having already rejected their pitch for a Horizon title (which was codenamed project Z).

That said, according to Courtemanche the meeting took a different turn, with the pitch including “images resembling a potential Horizon collaboration from the ‘Project Z’ concept discussed in March 2024,” adding that “I believe that these images contained assets from the Light of Motiram game. I was confused by the slide given that we had rejected a potential Horizon collaboration and thought we were there to discuss The Last of Us, among other opportunities.”

Given just how close Sony seems to hold The Last of Us to their chest, it is interesting to see that the console maker had rejected a pitch for Horizon, but was willing to work on a new Last of Us with Tencent.

Of course, both deals ultimately fell through, with Tencent then going on to announce Light of Motiram – leading Sony to file this lawsuit…and the rest is history.

Regardless, it appears as though the events leading up to this lawsuit were perhaps even more messy than original thought. It will be curious to see how the lawsuit proceeds – and whether any other secret cancelled projects are brought to light as a result.

KitGuru says: What do you think of the lawsuit in general? Does Sony have a solid case? Would you have preferred Tencent to make a licensed Horizon or Last of Us game? Let us know down below.

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