Alongside the announcement of the new Sapphire Radeon RX 9070 XT Crimson Desert Edition graphics card, AMD has also launched its latest game bundle. For the next couple of months, anyone buying an eligible Ryzen processor or Radeon graphics card, or an eligible AMD-powered laptop, will be eligible for a free copy of Pearl Abyss's new single-player action game.

In Crimson Desert, fans will play as Kliff, a member of the Greymanes who survives a deadly ambush from a rival clan, the Black Bears. Over the course of the game, you will travel a large world to reunite your fallen group and fight back against deadly bosses. While the game shares a similar name, it is not connected to Pearl Abyss's previous title – Black Desert.

You can see the full list of eligible products in the table below:

AMD Ryzen CPUs	AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
AMD Radeon GPUs	AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT AMD Radeon RX 9070
Supported Laptops (AMD Ryzen processors)	ASUS TUF Gaming A14 ASUS ROG Strix G16 ASUS ROG Strix G18 ASUS ROG Flow Z13 HP OMEN MAX 16 HP OMEN 16 Lenovo Legion Pro 5 Lenovo Legion Pro 7 Lenovo Legion 5 MSI Raider A16 MSI Raider A18 MSI Crosshair A18 Gigabyte Aero X16 Razer Blade 16 Razer Blade 14
AMD Ryzen AI Series	AMD Ryzen AI 400 Series AMD Ryzen AI 9 300 Series AMD Ryzen AI 7 300 Series AMD Ryzen AI Max Series AMD Ryzen 9000HX / 9000X3D Series AMD Ryzen 8000HX Series AMD Ryzen 7000HX / 7000X3D Series

You can see the full list of eligible products and participating retailers, along with the terms and conditions for claiming your copy of the game, HERE. The bundle will end in late April, so you have plenty of time to get your upgrade in.

KitGuru Says: What do you think of AMD's latest game bundle? Will you be taking advantage of it while it lasts? 

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The Corsair Makr Pro 75 attempts to bridge the gap between high-end custom mechanical keyboards and the gaming market. With a £219.99 price tag, a CNC aluminium case, and Hall Effect switches, it looks like a heavyweight contender on paper. But does this hybrid design offer the best of both worlds, or does it compromise too much on both fronts?

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro
01:10 Carlos Thoughts
01:40 Highlight Specs / Battery
02:38 Is this too much?
04:32 Gasket mounted design?
05:35 Metal poles
06:12 Keycap quality
06:50 Stabilisers and switches
08:40 RGB implementation
09:17 Ghost key presses and calibration
10:56 Gaming experience after calibration
11:47 8000Hz?
12:25 Good value?
13:35 Sound tests

Specifications:

• Media and volume controls: Yes
• Keyboard report rate: Up to 8,000 Hz with AXON
• On-board memory: 8 MB
• Onboard profiles: 5
• Keyboard product family: N/A
• Adjustable height: Yes
• Wired connectivity: USB Type-A
• Keyboard connectivity: Wired
• Keyboard cable material: Braided
• Win lock: FN shortcut
• Key rollover: Full key (NKRO) with 100% anti-ghosting
• Key switches: CORSAIR MGX V2
• Keyboard layout: UK (UK)
• Keyboard warranty: 2 years
• Keyboard compatibility: PC, Mac®; Windows® 10 or macOS® 10.15; internet connection required for iCUE software download; CORSAIR Web Hub
• Weight: 1.282 kg

Closing Thoughts

The Corsair Makr Pro 75 is a keyboard with a split personality. From a build perspective, the full aluminum chassis has undeniable quality, and the exterior design lines are sleek and inviting. However, Corsair's decision to pack the case with over 200g of foam and silicone results in a “dead” sound profile that removes all character from the sound. Furthermore, while it technically uses a gasket mount, the tightly packed interior and 14 standoff screws result in a stiff typing feel that lacks the bounce I personally tend to prefer. It doesn't have to be a trampoline, but some space for movement helps you feel like you are not typing against a hard surface.

On the performance side, the Hall Effect implementation is a mixed bag. Once properly set up, the gaming experience is fantastic. The Rapid Trigger implementation is responsive, and for competitive titles, the difference is night and day compared to traditional mechanical switches. However, the out-of-the-box experience was marked by calibration issues where keys would ghost-press themselves, requiring a tedious manual calibration process to fix. The 8000Hz polling rate exists, though we're still not sure about any real-world performance benefits compared to 1000Hz.

Ultimately, at £219.99, the Makr Pro 75 sits in an interesting spot. It offers premium materials that gaming brands usually lack, but falls short of the typing feel found in custom boards of similar price. It is still a solid choice for a gamer who wants a metal board without the hassle of sourcing parts, making it worth buying overall, but for the pure enthusiast or the budget-conscious gamer, it won't be a top choice.

You can buy the Corsair Makr Pro 75 for £219.99 HERE.

Pros:

• Excellent gaming performance and Rapid Trigger implementation (post manual calibration).
• Premium CNC aluminum case with easy internal access for customization.
• Smooth out of the box switches.
• Hot-swappable with other Hall Effect switches

Cons:

• High price compared to specialized competitors.
• Over-dampened sound profile lacks character.
• Out-of-box calibration bugs (ghost inputs).
• Stiff typing feel despite gasket mounting.

KitGuru says: The Makr Pro 75 delivers on raw gaming performance and build materials, but it is let down by some software bugs and an only “OK” typing experience.

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AGON by AOC has added the 23.8‑inch 24G4ZR and 27‑inch 27G4ZR to its G4 lineup, combining 260Hz overclocked performance and sub‑millisecond response times with entry‑level pricing. Tilt‑only versions, the 24G4ZRE and 27G4ZRE, will follow for buyers who want the same panel performance at even lower cost.

Both monitors use Fast IPS panels with a native 240Hz refresh rate, 0.3ms MPRT, and Adaptive‑Sync with official NVIDIA G‑SYNC compatibility. MBR Sync allows backlight strobing and variable refresh rates across a 48Hz–260Hz range, keeping motion sharp without tearing or stutter. Overclocking to 260Hz is enabled through the OSD or AOC’s G‑Menu software. Colour performance remains strong, with the 27‑inch models rated at 121.5% sRGB and 92.3% DCI‑P3, and the 23.8‑inch versions at 111.7% sRGB and 87.7% DCI‑P3. All models offer 300 nits brightness and 178° viewing angles.

The 24G4ZR and 27G4ZR include full ergonomic stands with height, tilt, swivel, and pivot adjustment, plus a compact esports‑style base and a three‑sided frameless design suited to multi‑monitor setups. Connectivity includes 2× HDMI 2.0 and 1× DisplayPort 1.4, while flicker‑free operation and hardware low‑blue‑light modes aim to reduce eye strain. The ZRE variants retain the same panel and specs but use a tilt‑only stand.

AGON positions the 23.8‑inch models for players who prefer a compact competitive layout, while the 27‑inch versions offer a larger view without sacrificing speed. All four monitors share identical refresh rates and response times, letting buyers choose purely on size and ergonomics.

The AOC GAMING 24G4ZR, 27G4ZR, 24G4ZRE, and 27G4ZRE launch in February 2026 at £129, £149, £109, and £129 respectively.

KitGuru Says: At these prices, the latest AOC Agon monitors look to be an absolute bargain. 

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AMD announced a new graphics card game bundle earlier today and now, Nvidia is also throwing its hat into the ring. The latest GeForce RTX 50 game bundle will grant anyone upgrading soon with a free copy of Capcom's latest survival horror game, Resident Evil Requiem.

The Resident Evil Requiem bundle is now available at participating retailers, counting for anyone who buys an RTX 5070 or better. RTX 50-powered laptops are also included, also applying to RTX 5070 laptop models or better.

Aside from the new game bundle, today Nvidia is also announcing the next round of DLSS-supported titles, including the likes of Yakuza Kiwami 3, High on Life 2, and Reanimal, all of which are launching in the coming days.

KitGuru Says: What do you think of the latest RTX GPU game bundle?

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Sapphire is back with another collaborative, limited edition graphics card. This time, Sapphire is teaming up with Pearl Abyss, producing a limited edition RX 9070 XT with a fresh coat of paint to match the upcoming game, Crimson Desert.

Crimson Desert is an open‑world, single‑player action‑adventure game from Pearl Abyss set in the harsh, war‑torn continent of Pywel. You play as Kliff, a member of the Greymanes, who sets out to reunite his scattered comrades after a devastating ambush. The game blends fast, visceral combat with exploration, horseback travel, large‑scale boss encounters, and a wide range of side activities such as crafting, hunting, and cooking.

The new limited-edition graphics card features iconic game artwork on the Quick Connect MagniPlate. The ARGB light strip can be customised to match the game’s atmosphere with your preferred colour aesthetic, and remains completely unobstructed thanks to the STEALTH Hidden Power Cable, which seamlessly conceals external power cables.

You can see the full specs for the graphics card in the table below:

Model	SAPPHIRE NITRO+ AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT OC Crimson Desert Edition GPU
GPU Architecture	AMD RDNA 4 Architecture
Stream Processors	4096
Boost Clock	Up to 3060 MHz
Game Clock	Up to 2520 MHz
Ray Accelerators	64
AMD Infinity Cache	64MB
Compute Units	64 CUs (3rd Gen RT + 2nd Gen AI Accelerators)
Memory Size/Bus	16GB / 256‑bit GDDR6
Memory Clock	Up to 20 Gbps
Displays	Maximum 4 Displays
Resolution	HDMI® 2.1b: 7680×4320 DisplayPort 2.1a: 7680×4320
Interface	PCI‑Express 5.0 x16
Output	2x HDMI® 2.1b 2x DisplayPort 2.1a
BIOS Support	UEFI
Game Index	4K
NITRO+ Features	Crimson Desert Edition Quick Connect MagniPlate STEALTH Hidden Power Cable 12V‑2×6(H++) External Power Connector (3×8‑pin power adapter included) Honeywell PTM7950 Thermal Interface Material (TIM) AeroCurve Fan Blade Free Flow FrameDefense Integrated Cooling Module Cold Rolled Steel Frame Tri‑X Cooling Technology High TG Copper PCB Optimized Composite Heatpipes Metal Backplate ARGB Light Bar Fan Quick Connect Two‑Ball Bearing Fans Premium 16‑Phase Digital Power Design Fuse Protection Intelligent Fan Control Precision Fan Control TriXX Supported Performance vs. Efficiency Quicksets Glow! Fan Check TriXX Boost External RGB LED MB Synchronization
Accessories Bundled	L‑Shape Support Bracket 3‑pin 5V ARGB Cable Crimson Desert Edition Magnetic Backplate 12V‑2×6(H++) to PCI Express 3×8‑pin power adapter

Naturally, this graphics card is also part of the latest AMD game bundle, so if you buy the graphics card when it hits shelves this month, you'll also get to redeem a free copy of the game. Full details on that can be found HERE.

KitGuru Says: What do you think of Sapphire's latest limited-edition GPU? What game would you like to see them collaborate with next?

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Known best for their work on anime-related games, CyberConnect2 has amassed a repertoire of adaptations, from titles based on Demon Slayer; JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure; Naruto and Dragon Ball – to name a few. In celebration of the studio’s 30th anniversary, CyberConnect2 have teased that they will announce their most ambitious project yet next week.

Taking to Twitter to make the announcement (and translated by the publication Gematsu), studio CyberConnect2 confirmed that they will be hosting a special anniversary stream on the 16th of February at 8:09PM JST (11:09 AM UK time).

According to the studio, this new project is said to be a “completely new game title” which will act as the “culmination of the technology, strength, and courage [CyberConnect2] has cultivated thus far.”

What this means exactly is unknown, especially with CyberConnect’s titles being relatively small in scope typically. That said, the team is certainly talented and so it will be interesting to see what this announcement winds up being.

KitGuru says: Do you have any expectations for this announcement? What IP do you think it’ll be based on? Let us know down below.

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be quiet! have already been quite active in 2026 and today we check out another one of their power supplies – the Pure Power 13 M. be quiet! are releasing six models in this series across various capacities, and we have the flagship 1200W model on our test bench. These power supplies are fully modular and both 80 Plus and Cybenetics Gold rated.

These new Pure Power 13 M power units are ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 compatible and offer semi-passive cooling. be quiet! are offering a 10-year warranty and while they aren't made in Germany, they claim ‘product conception, design and quality control in Germany'. I doubt they mean they are checking every unit made in China in their offices in Germany later, but it's a point be quiet! want to push. Make of it what you will.

Overall pricing certainly seems quite competitive based on the chart we were sent above.

Product Features (from be quiet!'s marketing materials):

Compatibility and Convenience

• ATX 3.1 form factor with up to 5 PCIe connectors for current- and next-gen GPUs.
• Full PCIe 5.1 and PCIe 6+2 compatibility with both cables in scope of delivery.
• Handles massive power excursions.

Exceptionally Quiet Operation

• Pure Power 13 M is a semi-passive PSU, only cooled actively when necessary, for a quieter operation.
• Exceptionally silent 120mm be quiet! fan is temperature-controlled to strike the best balance between effective cooling and quietness.
• Airflow-optimized fan blades reduce turbulence, allowing for best-of-class quiet functioning with excellent airflow.

Engineering and Efficiency

• 80 PLUS® Gold certification means very high operating efficiency for its class of up to 94.4%.
• Advanced stability and voltage regulation thanks to LLC technology.
• Up to 1200 Watts of continuous power.
• Modular cable management for maximum flexibility.

Outstanding Service and Support

• 10-year manufacturer's warranty.
• Product conception, design and quality control in Germany.

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Following insider claims that Sony would be hosting a State of Play presentation sometime this month, the console manufacturer has now officially confirmed as much, with the hour-long show set to go live this Thursday. Ahead of the event, leakers have offered some insight into what fans can expect from the upcoming showcase.

Just yesterday, Sony officially announced that they would be hosting a State of Play showcase on Thursday the 12th of February. As expected, very little was given in the way of what to expect, with them simply stating: “February’s State of Play will spotlight eye-catching third-party and indie games headed to PS5, along with the latest from teams at PlayStation Studios.”

Since then however, multiple insiders have come out to offer titbits of information on what to expect, with Shinobi602 claiming that the long-awaited next project from Sony Santa Monica’s Cory Barlog could be present, stating it “wouldn't be super surprising given the target release window,” though clarified that “this isn't a confirmation it'll be there.”

What will be there however (according to insider Paul Tassi) is the upcoming Marathon; likely announcing the date for their pre-launch free beta period.

Far more exciting however is the somewhat dubious claim that none other than Capcom’s Devil May Cry 6 will be announced this year – possibly at the State of Play. Capcom does have a pretty strong relationship with Sony and so this could make sense (especially with DMC 5 having released back in 2019 and recently surpassing 11 million copies sold).

As always however, take all of these rumours with varying levels of salt. Regardless, an hour long State of Play will likely offer plenty to be excited about.

KitGuru says: What do you think of these rumoured announcements? Do you believe any of them? What one title do you hope will be announced / shown off? Let us know down below.

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Over the past few weeks, we’ve seen Amazon begin to release its casting line-up for the currently-in-development live-action God of War Prime show. Following the official castings for the likes of Kratos; Mimir; Brok; Sindri and more, the BOY himself – Atreus – has now been officially unveiled.

As reported by the publication Variety, Amazon have officially cast Callum Vinson to portray Atreus in the live-action God of War adaptation. Being just 10 years old, Vinson hasn’t appeared in too many projects, however he does have some acting roles under his name, and so hopefully he will be able to portray the complexities of Atreus with competence.

Child actors are always a bit of a coin flip, and so we will have to see whether the performance will be enough to keep viewers engrossed in the story. Either way, it will be interesting to see Atreus’ actor grow throughout the two seasons in the same way that the character does in-game.

Regardless, with Atreus now being officially announced, we have pretty much the entire main line-up of characters cast. Full details on the rest of the God of War line-up can be found HERE.

KitGuru says: What do you think of the casting choice? Are you glad to see them going with an age-appropriate actor, or would you rather they hired someone older but more seasoned? Let us know down below.

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As a creator of art, Remedy Entertainment have gone from strength to strength, with many of their recent releases being critical darlings (FBC: Firebreak aside). Unfortunately, their titles have been slow burners sales-wise, with CEO Tero Virtala stepping down late last year. Now, Remedy has officially revealed that Jean-Charles Gaudechon will serve as the company’s new CEO.

Making the announcement via a press release, the team at Remedy Entertainment officially unveiled their new CEO appointee, writing: “Remedy Entertainment Plc’s Board of Directors has today appointed Jean-Charles Gaudechon as the CEO of Remedy Entertainment Plc as of 1st of March 2026.”

Interim CEO / co-founder Markus Mäki will continue to serve the role in the meantime. Speaking on this new position, Gaudechon wrote:

“I’m excited and honored to join Remedy at a pivotal time. The studio has a unique creative identity and a strong pipeline. My commitment is to protect what makes it special, deliver exceptional games, and scale Remedy in a way that builds lasting value. Remedy has the voice and the ambition to be a pillar of the industry’s future.”

As mentioned, Remedy Entertainment have been behind some of the most creative games in the AA/AAA space, and so it is unfortunate to see them struggling somewhat to make it big – necessitating a variety of deals in order to ensure the studio's future. Hopefully this latest appointment will give them the guidance needed to achieve long-term success.

KitGuru says: What do you think of Remedy’s current situation? Are you surprised by their lack of commercial success? Let us know down below.

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