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EA elected to not announce the release date for Battlefield 6 when its first reveal trailer dropped earlier this week. However, the legal fine print on EA's website did confirm a leak that claimed the game would release in October.
The official website for Battlefield 6 went live this week alongside the new trailer. The page details the different editions of the game, as well as the pre-order benefits. In the fine print on this page, it says that pre-order offers expire on the 10th of October 2025. This just so happens to be the same release date for the game that leaked days ahead of the trailer.
We'll be getting another Battlefield 6 reveal on the 31st of July. On that day, the official multiplayer reveal will take place, with a new trailer, followed by streams from partnered Twitch and YouTube streamers. It is expected that the release date and beta details will be officially announced during this event.
As for this week's reveal, it confirmed that Battlefield 6 would return to a traditional single-player campaign. The Battlefield campaign was once a core pillar of the franchise but after Battlefield 4 and Battlefield Hardline, campaigns were reduced to a handful of small, standalone tutorial missions, before being axed completely.
If Battlefield 6 does release on October 10th as expected, then it will be launching a full month before Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, which isn't expected until mid-November.
KitGuru Says: Do you think DICE will manage to get things right at launch for Battlefield 6?
Boston Limited has introduced a number of new professional workstations designed to address the diverse needs of users in AI, scientific computing, media production and engineering. The line-up consists of four targeted series – Helix, Insight, Render, and Forge – each available in both Pro and Ultra configurations, allowing users to match performance levels to their specific workloads and budgets.
When investing in a professional workstation, it’s essential to spend where it counts. Overspecifying GPU, CPU or storage can be a costly mistake if those components aren’t fully utilised by the software being used. Getting the right balance of compute, memory and I/O throughput makes all the difference in real-world performance. Boston’s configurations aim to reflect this, with clear intent behind each series. While the specifications can vary significantly, the exterior appearance only shows in terms of chassis size (large or XL). The new ranges are Helix, Insight, Render and Forge.
Helix is focused on life sciences and biotech, combining multi-core AMD Ryzen processors with NVIDIA’s Blackwell-generation professional GPUs. These systems are tuned for genomics, biomedical imaging and AI-enhanced analysis. The Helix Pro features a Ryzen 9 9900X and RTX PRO 4000, while the Ultra version upgrades to a 9950X3D and RTX PRO 6000 Max-Q, ideal for large datasets and deep learning models.
Insight sits at the top end of the portfolio, aimed at AI developers and data scientists working with large language models and simulation-heavy tasks. The Insight Pro pairs dual RTX 6000 ADA GPUs with an AMD Threadripper PRO CPU, while the Insight Ultra moves to a 60-core Intel platform and four RTX 6000 ADA GPUs, supported by a custom liquid-cooling loop for sustained multi-GPU workloads.
Render systems are built for media professionals working in 3D, VFX, and post-production. Both variants use high-frequency Ryzen 9 CPUs, paired with professional-grade Blackwell GPUs. The Render Pro (9900X + RTX PRO 5000) targets real-time editing and animation work, while the Ultra spec (9950X3D + RTX PRO 6000 Max-Q) is suited to virtual production and high-resolution finishing pipelines.
Forge is designed for engineering, architecture and simulation, where ISV certification and responsiveness matter more than brute force. The Pro model uses a 9900X and RTX PRO 5000 for solid performance in CAD, BIM and 3D visualisation tools. The Ultra version upgrades to a 9950X3D and RTX PRO 6000 Max-Q for faster rendering and simulation workloads without compromising compatibility or stability.
NVIDIA RTX 6000 Pro is available on the Boston Forge Ultra, Helix Ultra and Render Ultra
If you go back to before August 2017, almost all workstations used Intel CPUs, with Xeon and Core i7 platforms dominating both single- and multi-socket deployments. That changed with the launch of AMD’s first-generation Ryzen and, more significantly, the Threadripper and EPYC lines that followed. Over successive generations, AMD has closed the gap on clock speed while pulling ahead in core count, cache architecture, and price-performance – particularly in workloads that benefit from multi-threading or large memory bandwidth. Today, it’s not unusual to see Ryzen and Threadripper chips across a wide range of professional systems, and Boston’s latest workstation range reflects that shift in the market.
All of these systems are available with Ubuntu 22.04, and Boston offers a range of support options, including onsite warranties. The company also provides bespoke configuration services for customers needing specific application tuning or integration with existing pipelines.
For detailed specifications or to explore custom builds, visit Boston's website here.
KitGuru says: Would you have a use for a workstation like one of these?
Techland has big plans for Dying Light: The Beast, with the new standalone game poised to deliver an experience more in-line with the original game, rather than the more RPG-like sequel. The game was originally planned to release in August, but it has had a last-minute delay.
Techland has announced that Dying Light: The Beast will now release on September 19th, rather than August 22nd. The delay will give Techland a few extra weeks to put the final touches on the game: “With just four additional weeks, we can address final details that make all the difference between good and great”.
Dying Light: The Beast will release for last-gen and current-gen Xbox and PlayStation consoles, as well as PC. No version for the Switch or Switch 2 has been announced, but that may change once Nintendo sorts out its devkit backlog.
Dying Light: The Beast is a standalone expansion that continues Kyle Crane's story more than 10-years after the events of the first game. In this game, Crane has suffered from the infection and has been held captive for many years before managing to escape.
KitGuru Says: Dying Light: The Beast will now be coming out just one week after Borderlands 4. Which one will you be picking up?
The AQIRYS Sirius Pro offers many of the features found on the more expensive wireless Andromeda Pro, but relies on USB and 3.5 mm analog connections for compatibility across devices. With its familiar design, solid comfort, and respectable performance, it presents an appealing option in the sub-$100 price bracket.
Rumours continue to claim that there will be a Nintendo Direct before the end of this month. Now, we have a sign that news is just around the corner, as Metroid Prime 4 just passed a new milestone that signals a near release.
Nintendo has shown off a good chunk of Metroid Prime 4 gameplay, but no release date has been announced yet. This week, the game received its rating from South Korea's media classification board. Typically, when these video game ratings are made public, it means an announcement is imminent and a release date is usually just a few months away. If you're curious as to what age rating the game scored – it has been rated for 12+ based on South Korea's standards. Other countries may rate the game slightly differently.
With this news now out, it seems highly likely that the big announcement for the next Nintendo Direct will be the release date for Metroid Prime 4.
Metroid Prime 4 once again puts players in the role of Samus Aran, who is mysteriously transported to a new planet, Viewros. Here, Samus acquires psychic abilities, which you will use to manipulate your environment to unlock new paths, solve puzzles and take down alien enemies. The game will release for both Switch 1 and Switch 2, with the Switch 2 offering up to 4K and 120FPS gameplay, a first for a first-party Nintendo game.
KitGuru Says: Metroid Prime 4 is going to inform how we think of the Switch 2's first year. The Switch 1 had a legendary launch-year line-up that included Zelda and Mario. This time around, the three big pillars for the Switch 2 launch year are Mario Kart, Donkey Kong and Metroid Prime.
Back at Computex, Leo met with Thermal Grizzly to get all of the details on their new series of water cooling blocks, releasing under the DeltaMate series. Today, Thermal Grizzly provided an update on its upcoming DeltaMate GPU block for the ROG Astral RTX 5090.
Thermal Grizzly is well known for its thermal paste, but the company is expanding into more areas of the DIY PC niche. One of the new product lines on the way is the DeltaMate, a visually cohesive range of water-cooling components. The first product is a DeltaMate GPU block for the ROG Astral RTX 5090 custom graphics card and based on the new update, Thermal Grizzly is nearing launch time.
At this point, the design process for the block has completed, and in the coming weeks, work will finish up on plating, followed by final assembly, quality control and distribution. Based on the timeline Thermal Grizzly has posted, the first DeltaMate ROG Astral RTX 5090 blocks should be ready by September.
The DeltaMate product line will also expand to cover other GPUs and eventually, CPUs as well, including AMD AM5 and Intel LGA 1851 socket processors.
KitGuru Says: Are you planning on putting together a custom liquid cooling rig this year?
Since its release back in March, Assassin’s Creed Shadows has received a pretty decent amount of post-launch support, including various parkour updates, quality of life improvements and more. Continuing on with its year 1 roadmap, Ubisoft has now officially detailed the upcoming ‘Claws of Awaji’ DLC alongside its release date.
Taking to YouTube to share their ‘Summer Roadmap Update’, the team at Ubisoft Quebec detailed all of the changes and additions set to come to Assassin’s Creed Shadows over the coming months.
First up, the team unveiled Shadows’ upcoming New Game Plus mode. As with other games, NG+ will reset progression on your story, objective board and discovered locations. As expected however, your “character level, your required gear, your knowledge rank” and “hideout progression” will all carry over. Interestingly, players will also be able to skip the prologue and go straight to the main portion of the game if so desired.
Beyond this, the overall level cap is being increased by 20 points to 80 in total – adding alongside it new knowledge ranks; mastery and knowledge skill ranks as well as “new upgrades for all hideout buildings.”
Other than the NG+ mode (which is set to arrive this month), July’s update will also add the 3rd Shadow Project – bringing with it “new resources, data files and exclusive Animus themed rewards.”
August meanwhile will be a relatively light month for AC Shadows. That said, the team will then come back in early September to release a bunch of new QoL improvements, including the ability to fast-forward the time of day; defog the world map; and unlock cutscene frame rates (on PC).
Last but certainly not least, the first major content DLC/expansion ‘The Claws of Awaji’ will officially launch on the 16th of September.
While it could be argued that a number of these upcoming changes/additions should have been available at launch, it is welcome nonetheless to see Ubisoft Quebec continuing to listen to fan feedback.
KitGuru says: What did you think of AC: Shadows at launch? Are you looking forward to the upcoming July update? What other quality of life improvements do you want to see addressed? Let us know down below.
The successor of the smallest Lian Li O11 Dynamic has finally arrived after nearly five years, in the form of the O11D Mini V2. Coming in at nearly the same exterior dimensions as the original, the chassis has been completely revamped inside and out, making for a compelling compact fish tank style chassis.
Over the past few days, we’ve seen Microsoft back-track on many of its more controversial decisions when it comes to Xbox and the games it produces, with the publisher announcing that it would no longer be increasing its full-priced games to $80 later this holiday. Following this, the console maker has now confirmed that the Xbox releases of The Outer Worlds 2 and Ninja Gaiden 4 will include an actual disc in the box…sort of.
Over the past year or so, Microsoft has moved away from physical media. White in and of itself nothing too strange (given their focus on software), those who did opt to buy first-party Xbox games physically were met with little more than a code in a box.
Previously, only the PS5 version was stated to include a disc, with the Xbox release directly acknowledging that it simply includes a digital download code.
That said, it is worth noting that as of right now, only physical deluxe editions are available to pre-order on Xbox – with PS5 users having the option to also purchase the standard edition while still receiving an actual disc.
It will be interesting to see whether Microsoft chooses to release physical versions of the standard editions on Xbox – or if users will have to cough up the extra £10-20 for the pleasure of owning a disc.
KitGuru says: What do you think of this latest move? Why do you think there is no physical standard edition for Microsoft's consoles? Let us know down below.
Lian Li showed us an early version of their O11D Mini V2 six months ago at CES and then we saw the finished product at Computex, so you can understand we have been eagerly awaiting its launch. In today's review we look at a bazillion options and features of this compact ATX case and bemoan the fact we Brits don't think much of Micro ATX, which is a pity as it is clearly the best motherboard form factor on the planet.
To put this case through its cooling paces we will be using a test system consisting of an AMD Ryzen 9 9950X, Palit RTX 5080 and an SSD. This system allows us to produce a substantial amount of heat and effectively test the Lian Li O11D Mini V2's cooling capabilities.
Test System:
Processor: AMD Ryzen 9 9950X
CPU Cooler: Lian Li Hydroshift LCD 360 Fanless + 3x Lian Li Uni Fan TL Wireless 120
Case fans: 4x Lian Li Uni Fan TL Wireless LCD 120
Motherboard: MSI MPG X870E Carbon WiFi
Memory: 32GB G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB DDR5-6000
Graphics card: Palit RTX 5080 Gamerock OC 16GB
Power supply: Lian Li Edge EG0850G
SSD: Crucial T700 M.2 NVMe
OS: Windows 11 Pro
Cooling Performance
Cooling Performance Overview
The Lian Li O11D Mini V2 works well however it is clear the relatively small size has an impact on airflow. Each time we increased fan speed we saw a reduction in CPU temperature and as you will see in our video this moved to a point where the PC was intolerably loud. Compromise is the name of the game.
Closing Thoughts
The new Lian Li O11D Mini V2 is a success but it isn't quite a great success, and the issue in our view is that most people use an ATX motherboard which will effectively fill the main compartment of the case. If you use a Micro ATX motherboard instead the situation changes for the better.
We love the clean look of the frameless glass and the ability to add cooling at the top, bottom, back and side of the case gives you plenty of options. The price is also appealing, however you need to factor in the necessary cooling hardware.
If you buy the Flow version is comes with non-ARGB fans, though this case was clearly intended as a showcase for fancy lighting. We suggest you buy the fanless version and add plenty of bling.
MSRP for Lian Li O11D Mini V2 is £75.99 inc VAT and will be available from OCUK HERE.
Pros:
We love the looks and clean finish.
Decent air flow and cooling
Front IO panel can be moved from the front of the case to the top.
Neat option for moving a Micro-ATX motherboard downwards in the main chamber.
Cons:
Top of case is tight for space with a 360mm cooler
You need to use a Micro ATX motherboard to get most from this case.
KitGuru says: The updates Lian Li has made to the O11D Mini V2 work superbly well.
Earlier this week, Ubisoft appeared to confirm that Massive Entertainment’s Star Wars Outlaws did not perform as the publisher was hoping, with CEO Yves Guillemot blaming the “choppy waters” of the Star Wars IP for its lack of success. As such, it perhaps comes as little surprise that a sequel which was reportedly in development has now been scrapped.
As reported by known industry insider Tom Henderson via the Insider-Gaming Weekly podcast, Ubisoft is said to have “recently cancelled Star Wars Outlaws 2…because that was planned and in the works.”
That said, while Outlaws seems to have underperformed relative to Ubisoft’s expectations, the open world title is still set to arrive on Switch 2 in September. Whether this will be enough to warrant a second look at a potential sequel we will have to wait and see.
All that said, if you are a big fan of Star Wars: Outlaws, you might have to rely on another publisher to get your open-world fix – if and when another studio decides to take on the challenge.
KitGuru says: What are your thoughts on Star Wars: Outlaws? Was it overly-hated at launch? Would you have liked to see a sequel come to fruition? Let us know down below.
The story of Project Cars is an interesting one, with the first entry in the series from developer Slightly Mad Studios being met with a ton of praise following its release back in 2015. The team then followed this up with 2017’s Project Cars 2 – to equally solid impressions. Unfortunately, things seemed to go downhill from there, with the team being acquired by Codemasters; subsequently releasing the less-than-stellar Project Cars 3 in 2020. Now under EA, Project Cars 3 is officially being delisted.
“Update on PROJECT CARS 3. All product sales will end on: August 24th, 2025 23:59 UTC.”
Of course, as with most delistings, the publisher notes that “If you bought the game digitally it will remain in your library and can be redownloaded in the future” while also confirming “any DLCs purchased before August 24th, 2025 23:59 UTC will still be available to use after this date.”
As always, alongside the delisting, Project Cars 3’s online functionality is also set to be discontinued, with the team confirming that servers will “remain active until February 24th, 2026” – exactly 6 months following its delisting.
Racing games in particular are regularly delisted far earlier than other genres, often owing to licensing agreements made with car manufacturers. In the case of Project Cars 3, this tracks neatly with the series’ previous entries – both of which were removed 5 years after launch.
Project Cars could have been the next big thing in the sim racing genre. As such, it is a shame to see the franchise slowly but surely peter out of the general consciousness.
KitGuru says: What do you think of this latest announcement? Did you enjoy the first two Project Cars games? Will racing games ever manage to escape the licensing cycle? Let us know your thoughts down below.
If you've ever wanted to review tech, then this is a perfect opportunity as we are now hiring for a new reviewer to join our team! Prior experience is not strictly necessary, but we would like to see some example works from applicants.
We are looking for someone who will be able to produce reviews of a range of tech gear in video format and in the KitGuru style. Any experience in this sector is beneficial, however we are open to all applicants provided you can give us a sample of your written and video work so we can assess your abilities.
KitGuru is a great company to work with, we are all tech enthusiasts who enjoy gaming, so we all have very similar interests. Behind the scenes it is very close-knit environment and many of our team have been with us for several years.
To be considered for this position you need:
Skillset to present well on camera – and in English.
The ability to meet tight deadlines.
Strong communication skills.
Some knowledge of video editing would be useful, but we have that capability in-house if we find the right candidate.
Strong writing ability.
This is a freelance position.
The successful applicant must be based in the United Kingdom, and we pay very well for this kind of work. If you are interested and feel you can meet the criteria above and want to work in this fast-moving sector then please send your CV along with any samples of your work to our Editor in Chief, Allan Campbell – allan(at)kitguru.net.
KitGuru says: We look forward to receiving your application!
Humble Bundles are a great way for fans of a series to get their hands on a range of games for a relatively low price. While the previously-announced Devil May Cry bundle remains available to purchase, Humble has now announced their latest ‘Sniper Elite Classics Collection’ Bundle.
Upping your contributions to £7.46 meanwhile will get you the above plus:
Sniper Elite 4: Deluxe Edition (includes Season Pass)
Finally, paying £10.45 gets you access to the full bundle, including everything above alongside:
Sniper Elite 5
For the uninitiated, the Sniper Elite series is developed by Rebellion and is perhaps known best for its liberal use of slick slow-motion x-ray shots when eliminating Nazis across the world – including allowing you to famously snipe Hitler’s genitals.
If you’ve not given the series a go, now is as good an opportunity as any, with Sniper Elite offering a satisfying sandbox to stealth your way through and complete however you please.
As always, a small portion of the proceedings will be going to charity, with this bundle supporting The Trevor Project – whose goal is to “end suicide among gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning young people.”
KitGuru says: What do you think of the Sniper Elite series? Which entry is your favourite? How would you kill Hitler (in Sniper Elite) if given the chance? Let us know down below.
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Sony has made another strategic move as it seeks to improve partnerships to bolster its gaming and anime businesses. This time around, Sony has bought a 2.5% equity stake in Bandai Namco, known for a massive range of licensed anime games, as well as publishing massive hits like The Witcher 3 and Elden Ring.
In a joint statement, Sony and Bandai Namco explained that the alliance will focus on expanding fan communities around the world, particularly for anime and manga IP, while leveraging each other’s strengths to co-create new content and maximise IP value.
Bandai Namco is home to franchises like Tekken, Pac-Man, Soul Calibur, and Ace Combat. It also has close working relationships with studios like CD Projekt Red and From Software, having published hits like the Dark Souls, Elden Ring and The Witcher 3. The publisher is also well known for its stable of licensed anime games for franchises like Dragon Ball, Naruto, One Piece and newer hits like Jujutsu Kaisen and Demon Slayer.
This isn't the first time Sony has invested in a third-party publisher to strengthen its position. Sony also holds shares in companies like Epic Games, From Software, Devolver Digital and Kadokawa.
KitGuru Says: This is a small stake, so we don't expect too much to happen on the game front. On the anime side though, this could be very interesting, as Sony now has anime production & distribution capabilities thanks to the acquisitions of Crunchyroll and Funimation.
While Microsoft has brought quite a few games over to the rival PS5 platform over the past year, its Nintendo support is still lagging behind. With the Switch 2 now available, many Xbox titles, and big games like Call of Duty, are expected on Nintendo's platform, and official announcements are just around the corner.
According to Chris Dring of The Game Business, Xbox is “expected to announce more game ports to other platforms, including Switch 2 and PS5, in the coming weeks”. The move comes as analysts piece together the state of the industry and the growing need for console makers to branch out to other platforms.
Analyst firm, Circana, has found that the top ten live service games eat up 50% of all gaming hours in the US, leaving single-player games and smaller, emerging IPs to fight over the remaining 50% of the market. As a result, getting those games on more platforms is more important than ever before. At this point, all three major console makers are now multi-platform game makers.
Sony has been bringing its games to PC for several years now. Microsoft ships on Xbox, PC, PS5 and Nintendo Switch. As for Nintendo, the company has a bustling mobile game business to supplement the rising costs of developing AAA games for its main console platforms.
KitGuru Says: What games do you think Microsoft will bring to Switch 2? Personally, I'd like to see Halo finally burst out of the exclusivity bubble, perhaps then we'd finally get a new version of Halo 5.
EA's big Battlefield reveal trailer officially dropped, giving us a much smaller amount of information than previously anticipated. Due to leaks earlier in the week, we had expected release date news, but the trailer simply ends with the promise of… more trailers.
The new Battlefield 6 trailer is live and can be viewed below. It comes in at just over two-minutes long and is primarily cinematic footage to tease the game's campaign, because yes, for the first time in years, Battlefield 6 will have a true campaign mode. The trailer offers a first look at Pax Armata, a Private Military Corporation bankrolled by former NATO states whose agenda threatens to throw the world into global conflict.
So when will we actually see gameplay? Well on July 31st at 7:30AM BST, EA will host the Battlefield 6 multiplayer reveal event and various partnered streamers will be showcasing the game across sites like Twitch and YouTube all day long. It is here where we expect to learn about upcoming beta plans and an official release date.
Earlier this week, leaks claimed that Battlefield 6 will release on October 10th, with a beta to take place in August.
Back in May, Elden Ring Nightreign quickly climbed the charts, shifting over two million copies over its launch month. Now, Bandai Namco has given sales figure updates for two major From Software titles, as Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree and the base game have also reached new milestones.
Elden Ring, From Software's highly praised fantasy epic, has now surpassed 30 million sales. Of those 30 million players, 10 million of them have also picked up the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, which released almost two years after the original game.
As for the new multiplayer spin-off, Elden Ring Nightreign, that game has now reached five million players in total.
For perspective, the Elden Ring franchise now has total sales of 45+ million, which puts it well ahead of Dark Souls and in a similar league to major franchises like Fallout, Diablo and Gears of War.
There are another nine games joining the GeForce Now cloud gaming library this week. From major launches like Killing Floor 3, to recent remasters like Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2.
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2 released a few weeks ago and as its a first-party Microsoft game now, that means it would be destined for GeForce Now due to an agreement in place between Nvidia and Microsoft. For reasons undisclosed, the game wasn't ready to run on GeForce Now on launch-day, but that has now been rectified. If you own the game on Steam, Epic Games Store or Xbox, you'll be able to stream it via GeForce Now. PC Game Pass subscribers also get access without needing to spend any extra.
Here is the full list of games joining GeForce Now today:
Abiotic Factor (New release on Xbox, available on PC Game Pass, July 22)
Wildgate (New release on Steam, July 22)
WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers (New release on Steam, Epic Games Store and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass, July 23)
Killing Floor 3 (New release on Steam, July 24)
Legion TD 2 (Epic Games Store, Free July 24)
Barony (Steam)
He is Coming (Xbox, available on PC Game Pass)
SUPERVIVE (Steam)
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2 (Steam, Epic Games Store and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass)
At 59 g, the ambidextrous XE V2 Wireless is much lighter than the first iteration. PixArt's PAW3950 sensor, Huano switches for the main buttons, and 4000 Hz wireless polling are on board as well, and VAXEE cites up to 110 hours of battery life.